Hi! I joined Alturas Elementary as a 5th grade teacher in 2024. Originally from southern California, I made the move to Ketchum in 2016 after a lifetime of vacationing here. I have worked with children in an instructional role for the past several years. Some of my previous experiences include working as a ski instructor at Dollar, teaching ESL in Japan, and participating in the Wood River YMCA's summer school and after-school programs. After spending all that time wishing for a classroom of my own, I earned my Master's degree in Elementary Education at the University of Oregon in 2023. Now I teach English language arts and math alongside my wonderful team! I am so grateful every day to be a part of this amazing school community.