For as long as I can remember, I always wanted to be a teacher and a mom. The Lord, in His kindness, has allowed me to be both and it has brought me the greatest joy. I believe that every child is an image-bearer of Christ and all have unique gifts that point back to the Lord's goodness, creativity, graciousness, and generosity. 

I graduated from Calvin College with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and received my master's degree in Educational Differentiation from Grand Valley State University. After graduating from Calvin, I began teaching as a kindergarten teacher. 

I am married to my husband, Chris, and we have four children ages 10, 8, 5, and 3. Our family attends Calvary Church and in my free time I enjoy going on walks, being outside, cross stitching family portraits, cooking, and hosting friends. 

"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." - Romans 15:13