TEACHER OF THE WEEK

Hometown: Davenport College: Seminole and UCO. Degrees: Associate’s in science and bachelor of arts, major in ELA Years taught: 21 years. Years taught at Davenport:

Currently teaching: English, creative writing, outdoor education, life skills, softball assistant coach.

Family: Husband, Clint; children, Eli, Peyton, Autumn.

Why is teaching important to you? I firmly believe we teachers have one of the most important jobs in the world. I take my job not only very seriously, but also very personal because my ultimate goal is to prepare our youth to create a positive influence in the world. My hope is to help them become productive citizens and for each of them to live life to the fullest.