My classroom goal each year is to help guide each of my students to grow to their fullest potential.  They are our future! I have a bachelors in Workforce Education degree from Southern Illinois University, and a Masters of Education Elementary Ed K-6 degree from Old Dominion University.  I have taught 2nd - 5th grades in all subjects areas.  I am also retired military and a former college level instructor at Tidewater Community College.  My favorite pastimes  are  music, and spending time with my wife Brenda and our dog Ellie.