Objectives

I believe in GR Public Education

As a 36 year resident of Grand Rapids, I am here to stay,
working to make our school system the best it can possibly be.

I support efforts to provide more opportunities for career and life
success for our students.

I believe that Public Schools are essential to the vitality of our city.

I want to encourage cooperation between teachers, staff, BOE, Superintendent,
the business community and my neighbors.

Education

B. MUS - Cedarville College, Ohio

M.A. , Ed.D. WMU, Kalamazoo

Coursework, Baptist Seminary  Grand Rapids

Montessori Certification

 

Life Experience

Elem. Teacher, GRPS  - 19 years  [Sigsbee, Mulick Park, Ottawa Elem, Congress]

Elementary Principal, GRPS - 9 years      [Congress Montessori,  Harrison Elem.]

Served on numerous advisory and curriculum committees - GRPS

Montessori Trainer

Manager, Pooh’s Corner, Holland - 2years

Internship Liaison - MSU

Instructor -  WMU

MSU Extension Master Gardener Coordinator

Landscape Design & Construction - Self Employed

 

Volunteer Experience

Chair, Kent MSU Extension Council

Volunteer Services Committee, Frederik Meijer Gardens     

School Board - Oakdale Christian School

Elder, Musician - Madison Square CRC

Musician - First community AME

Frederik Meijer Gardens Volunteer

Harrison Park Middle School Volunteer