“Woohoo, it’s P.E. Day!”  This sentiment from the students keeps me providing the most comprehensive, varied, engaging, and of course, FUN, PE lessons to our Lin Rockets. Here at Lin, the status quo of PE teachers “just throwing out balls” does not exist. I want our students to enjoy physical activity and movement, so they will value fitness, and continue to move for a lifetime. They will have the basic skills and self-confidence necessary to join any intramural or “pick-up” game or participate in individual physical activities.

After more than 30 years as an elementary PE teacher, my passion has not diminished. In fact, it has grown. I know the importance and impact PE has on today’s generation of technology-saturated students. I continue to take part in workshops that explore/create age-appropriate activities that compel student participation, foster teamwork, integrate core subjects, develop sports skills, and promote sportsmanship. However, my formal pedagogical training began at THE Ohio State University (B.S. and M.A.), and my Doctorate from the University of Southern Mississippi.

As a former collegiate track athlete (400m) at The Ohio State University, I continue to embody the importance of health and fitness. I like to “practice what I preach.” As physical education teachers we are the "face" of a healthy lifestyle to our students, and as such, are role models.

In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, playing tennis, watching American Ninja Warrior, and cheering for THE OHIO STATE BUCKEYES! OH!