Position: Science teacher (Chemistry and Physics), cross country coach, boys track coach, bus driver

Hometown (High School): Clinton, Iowa (Clinton High School)

College/University (Degree): Drake University (Bachelors)/Lewis University (Masters)

Years at Central High School: 19

Favorite thing about Central High School: Students can always find a teacher to connect with.

Why you got into teaching: I wanted to be a better communicator to adolescents.

High school activities/groups/clubs/sports: Cross country, track and field, swimming and diving, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, student council, National Honor Society, physics Olympics

Favorite subject in school: Chemistry

Favorite teacher: Odelia Shrunk

Favorite snack: Cinnamon raisin granola bar

Favorite book: Fahrenheit 451

Favorite activity away from school: Surf watching

Favorite sports team: Denver Broncos

Something unique: I still use the first washing machine I purchased in 1996.