Hi all! I was born and raised in Southbay San Diego, and am very excited to be back with High Tech High Chula Vista after student teaching here as part of the HTH San Diego Teacher Residency Program. Before working at the High School level, I was an Academic Coach at High Tech Middle Chula Vista, and I believe in creating a classroom that values neurodiversity and equity. I received my B.A. in Political Science from San Diego State University, working full-time off campus at a local credit union and volunteering for a local grassroots environmental organization. After more than a decade working in the insurance & financial industry, I completed my Master’s degree in Educational Teaching & Learning through the HTH Graduate School of Education. When I’m not on campus in my free time, I enjoy hiking, running, reading, politics, playing basketball, traveling, and enjoying time with friends and family.