- Occupation: Incumbent
 - Teacher with 28 years of classroom experience
 - M.Ed.- University of the Pacific 1984
 - BS- Human Development;  UC Davis-1982
 - Raised and educated in Linden schools
 - Involved in Glenwood TPC for 8 years; catechist/lector/director of Christmas pageant at St. Michael's church
 - Married 19 years to husband, Dean, three sons: Brandon ( 18, freshman ASU), Casey (16), Alec (14) both attend Linden High
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- Keep student programs: music, fine arts, athletics, academics, career tech., AVID
 - Ensure accountability at all levels: board, administration, teachers,students
 - Continue to improve academic excellence, technology and offer well rounded education to seve all students
  
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