What is your favorite quote and why?

"We did come this far, to get this far!" It reminds me to keep going even when things are going perfectly.

What is your favorite book? (children's or adult book)

Gone With the Wind

Who inspires you? Why?

I have been inspired by many people throughout My life. My Mom is (was) a huge inspiration.

What made you decide to work in education?

I decided to work in education after my "career " as a stay-at-home Mom wasn't as demanding. Both of my sons were in junior year in high school, and I was looking to do something. Friends and my sister told me about becoming a para, I got nominated, processed, and started subbing. I truly love working with kids.

What was your favorite subject when you were in elementary school, and why?

I loved Science and Social Studies. I still do. The teachers I had for these subjects were fun and made learning interesting.

What is your favorite part of the school day?

The day goes fast. Not sure if I could pick one part. I guess the morning when they 1st get in. They want to tell you everything they did .

What is the best thing about the PS65 community?

I love the staff.

Do you have kids? If so, tell us about them!

I have twin 21-year-old boys. Eric Dante and Liam. Eric is learning to become an electrician and is in the Army Reserves. Liam is a student at West Virginia University and plays rugby.

If you could spend a week anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Right now Greece is #1 on my bucket list.

What do you remember most fondly about elementary school?

The teachers and the community.

What is your favorite season and why?

Summer is the most relaxing.

If you could grow up in any decade, which would you choose?

80s and 90s. Things were too crazy

What do you want our students to remember most about school?

Learning is fun.

How many languages do you speak? Does anyone in your family speak a different language?

No, just English

If you could pass on any wisdom to our students, what would you share?

Anything is possible! Believe in yourself!

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