Position: Spanish teacher

Hometown (High School): Gilman, Ill. (Iroquois West High School)

College/University (Degree): Illinois State University (Bachelors); University of St. Francis (Masters )

Years at Central High School: 17

Favorite thing about Central High School: Small town vibes

Why you got into teaching: That's where life led me.

High school activities/groups/clubs/sports: Spanish Club

Favorite subject in school: Home Economics/Foods class

Favorite teacher: Mrs. Wilken

Favorite snack: Milk chocolate

Favorite book: The Vanishing Half

Favorite activity away from school: Walking with my dogs or working on puzzles

Favorite sports team: Any soccer team Lionel Messi is playing for.

Something unique: I had a pet turtle.