MEET OUR STAFF

I was blessed to have attended Catholic education my first 12-years of schooling giving me a strong foundation in the Catholic doctrine. I attended St. Clare of Montefalco Elementary School and De La Salle Collegiate High School. I have received degrees from Eastern Michigan University, Oakland University, and Saginaw Valley University: Accounting, Elementary Education, and a Masters in Administration Leadership, respectively. With over a decade of teaching in East Detroit and now administering here at Immaculate Conception, I am excited daily to work with the children, teachers and families of Immaculate Conception Catholic School. 

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As a lifelong Catholic, I have always found great joy in both my faith and in nurturing young minds. I received my Confirmation at Immaculate Conception, a place that holds many special memories for me—including the blessing of having Father Joe Esper officiate my wedding to my husband. Being able to now teach here feels like a full-circle moment and a true calling.

I hold multiple early childhood credentials and am actively furthering my education to best serve my students. My passion lies in working with preschool-aged children, an age where curiosity, imagination, and a love for learning is blossoming. I believe these early years lay the foundation for a lifetime of growth, and I strive to create a warm, engaging environment where each child feels seen, valued, and inspired.

I am the kindergarten teacher at Immaculate Conception. My philosophy is based on individuality. Each student is respected and appreciated as a unique child of God with various learning styles, personalities and abilities. I feel it is my responsibility, as a teacher, to support each student’s development through a variety of learning activities. The kindergarten program follows Archdiocese of Detroit academic standards and assessment is an ongoing process. From Wayne State University, I received a BA in elementary education, with a ZA endorsement (early childhood). Currently I am working on my master’s degree with a reading specialist endorsement at Saginaw State University. I enjoy teaching kindergarten and have taught preschool and other early childhood programs. In my leisure time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading and fitness.

I was blessed to have gone to Catholic schools in my youth and have had the joy of a religious upbringing in the Catholic Church. God has always been forefront in my heart and in my life. I am a married mother of 3 beautiful grown children and 1 wonderful son-in-law whom I cherish daily.  

As a young girl I knew that teaching came naturally to me, and it was something I always wanted to do. Children are a blessing and our future in which we should strive to teach in God’s love. I have worked over 20 years in Early Childhood and transitioned into teaching 3 years ago. I have taught 3rd grade and now am excited to begin a new chapter teaching 1st graders’ their academics and the word of God at Immaculate Conception.   

I am blessed to be a Catholic Educator for thirteen years. I know this is exactly where God wants me to be. It is a true gift to be a part of someone’s growth and development. I believe that what a student needs is the most important thing. I want them to have the confidence to pursue anything that interests their minds and hearts. This is at the core of my philosophy as a teacher. God first gives this to us in our dignity as a living creation from his hands. It is my job to make sure they never forget this dignity, which is within each of us. I am here to guide students and work in a partnership with parents. Having raised three children of my own, I understand how parenting can be the greatest joy, or at times, a difficult struggle. I first attended Wayne State University and earned a degree in Elementary Education with a major in Science. I then went on to pursue a Masters Degree through Saginaw Valley University as a Reading Specialist. It is a great responsibility with which a teacher is charged. My calling is to inspire, challenge, and equip my students to be their best self. I model hard work, compassion, and intellectual curiosity. I want my enthusiasm to be contagious. Learning and becoming all that God intended for us to be is an exciting adventure!

I have over 25 years of teaching experience working with students of all ages, abilities, and needs. I have earned a B.S. in Elementary Education with a science endorsement from Wayne State University and completed both a Master’s degree in Learning and Behavioral Disorders and an Education Specialist degree in Special Education Administration from Saginaw Valley State University. 

I am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and structured classroom environment where education is vital, learning is engaging, and students are encouraged to grow into the people God intends them to be.

Outside the classroom, I enjoy time with my husband of 48 years, two wonderful daughters and sons-in-law, five amazing grandchildren, and two grand dogs. Our family loves to travel, camp, and golf.

I have been teaching at IC for sixteen years. I have a Bachelors of Science in Education from Wayne State University and a Masters in Educational Studies from Oakland University. My major in undergraduate study was math. I have several years experience working with children prior to becoming a teacher. I am the mother of four children and volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader for five years prior to earning my teaching degree. I love working with children and feel that children have a tremendous amount of potential and a great deal to contribute to society. I want all of my students to exit eighth grade with an enthusiasm for learning, and a very positive self-image.