I am very proud to be able to say that I grew up in the Bay Area before attending the University of California, Irvine, where I majored in European History and received my Masters in Teaching.  I am thrilled to have the privilege of teaching such amazing students at an award winning school like Blach.  My philosophy of teaching is that all learning taking place in the classroom should be preparing students to be successful in high school, college, and in their future careers, but that school should also be fun for students and inspire them to want to learn more.  I am looking forward to building relationships with all of my students and having a great year!