I am a native of Gulfport, MS  and a product of the Gulfport School District.  I have taught at Gulfport Central Middle School for eighteen years.  I am a currently a school counselor. I graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor's Degree in Banking and Finance.  I hold a Master's Degree in Secondary Education from William Carey University and  Master's Degree from the University of Soutern Mississippi. I also coach the GCMS Cheer Squad.