I believe that effective teaching and learning flourish through collaboration, innovation, and shared expertise. I have designed and facilitated professional development sessions and conference workshops at the local, state, and national levels - empowering educators to advance equity, integrate technology with purpose, and adopt culturally responsive practices.
My sessions focus on reimagining curriculum for diverse learners, leveraging educational technology, and fostering student-centered classrooms that prepare students for a globalized and rapidly changing world. Each workshop blends practical tools with forward-thinking strategies to inspire meaningful, sustainable change in education.
Featured Workshops:
UCET Conference, "Teacher Leadership in a Digital World" (2025) >
UCET Conference, "Every Child Deserves a Champion" (2024) >
Facilitating a professional development session on culturally responsive teaching and equity
Presenting strategies for integrating digital tools to enhance student engagement
Supporting colleagues through coaching and collaborative curriculum design
Engaging in conversation about global citizenship and future-ready education
My voice in education extends beyond the classroom through podcast interviews, media contributions, and published articles that promote inclusive and innovative, and globally minded teaching practices. I use these platforms to highlight best practices, elevate student perspectives, and advocate for policies that support equitable, future-ready learning environments.
These contributions reflect my ongoing commitment to educational leadership and professional growth, connecting with audiences at the local, national, and international levels.
Featured Appearances:
Utah Teacher Fellows Podcast, "Empowering Educators - The Utah Teacher Fellows Experience" (Season 4, Episode 11) >
I am deeply invested in the education community, serving in leadership roles that promote global citizenship, civic engagement, and educator development. My professional involvement includes mentoring colleagues, contributing to instructional resource development, participating in national networks that advance collaborative learning, policy conversations, and innovation in teaching.
Through active service and advocacy, I aim to influence the future of education by supporting fellow educators and expanding meaningful learning opportunities for students around the world.
Selected Involvement:
Teacher Advisory Council Member, National Constitution Center
Teacher Focus Group Member, Quill Project (Utah Valley University)
Teacher Ambassador, Retro Report
eMedia Resource Curator (Secondary Social Studies), Utah Education Network / Utah State Board of Education
Program Judge, U.S. Senate Youth Program, We the People, & National History Day
High School Ambassador, Council on Foreign Relations
Educator Network Member, iCivics
Mentoring fellow educators during a professional learning session
Judging student projects at a regional academic competition
Participating in a curriculum development committee meeting
Representing a professional organization at a local education conference