Science and nature have always been some of my favorite things. Growing up, I remember gathering rocks for my rock collection, raising animals on the farm, collecting & pressing plants, camping and hiking, watching Nature and science videos, and just love learning new things. I've lived in Idaho Falls, Georgia, South Carolina, Brasil, Rexburg, Pocatello, Wendell, Bliss, and Carey. My education Bonneville High School, Rick's College(A.A.&S. in Natural Science), Idaho State University (B.S. in Secondary Education, Natural Science, & Sociology)  & Masters in Instructional Technology. Recently I added a physical education endorsement to teach junior high basketball.  I love coaching young people, and have coached for over 25 years from t-ball to varsity football and basketball.  In Carey, I get to teach many different science courses and spend time with some amazing young people. I feel strongly that if I treat youth respectfully, and as the great people they are and will become, then they will thrive and gain confidence to successfully navigate life.