Position: Science teacher (Biology and Anatomy & Physiology)

Hometown (High School): Kewanee, Ill. (Wethersfield High School)

College/University (Degree): Illinois State University (Bachelors)/Governors State University (Masters)

Years at Central High School: 34

Favorite thing about Central High School: Students: The "small town" environment

Why you got into teaching: I enjoyed school as a student and the teachers that I had specifically in high school. I have a love of animals, so I chose to become a teacher.

High school activities/groups/clubs/sports: Basketball, volleyball, track, student council, class representative, FFA, French Club, equestrian

Favorite subject in school: Biology

Favorite teacher: Mr. Palonos

Favorite snack: Keebler EL Fudge Cookies

Favorite book: Water for Elephants

Favorite activity away from school: Spending time with family and being outdoors.

Favorite sports team: Any football, no particular team

Something unique: I trained Quarter horses growing up.