I have had the privilege of being an art educator for the last 17 years. I am a graduate of Michigan State University and grew up near the campus in Okemos, MI. My husband and I have three children and we love to spend time playing sports, creating art, and going to our favorite place, Charlevoix. I love teaching kids to be creative, and inventive, and encouraging different ways of thinking. I believe art is essential for students to learn to build problem-solving skills and express themselves in a supportive environment.