Howdy Wranglers! 

I am so thrilled to serve the students, parents, and staff here at Watkins Elementary as your School Counselor! This year starts my 13^th year in education and my 3rd year as School Counselor. I was a teacher in Dallas ISD for 8 years, and then was able to join the Wylie ISD family 4 years ago as a 3^rd grade teacher at Groves Elementary. I went to Stephen F. Austin State University for my Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and to Lamar University where I received my Master’s Degree in School Counseling. My husband, Grant, and I have been married for almost 10 years, and we have three dogs, Stanley (Labrador), Charlie (Yorkie), and Miller (Labrador).  

I am passionate about helping children grow socially through their elementary years and beyond.  I continually partner with teachers and parents to help meet students’ needs.  This may look like small groups with students, meeting with students individually, or classroom lessons.  I will visit classrooms throughout the school year to teach lessons that focus on mindfulness (breathing techniques), empathy, kindness, respect, grit, and/or friendship skills. The Kids Count Players Program, through the Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County, is a resource we utilize for K-2 students to bring awareness to personal boundaries and to educate our students about child abuse prevention.  

I am also the 504 coordinator (3-4) for our campus and MENTOR program liaison. I am here to answer questions or discuss your concerns regarding your child’s development or well-being at school. Please contact me anytime should the need arise. Let’s make this school year the BEST, YEE-HAW!