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Years teaching: 34
Years at OLF: 25
Degrees/Colleges: B.A. in Elementary Education from Holy Family College (now University) in Philadelphia, PA
Credential(s): Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Certifications/Special Training: I have taken innumerable classes, workshops, and seminars in all subject areas, including Religion.
Professional Experiences: In Philadelphia, while I was in college, I was a volunteer in a special education class. After graduation, I taught 2nd and 3rd grade for 9 years. After moving to California in 1986, I came to OLF and have been the 4th grade teacher. At OLF, I have also taught 5th grade Social Studies. After my 20th year aboard the brig Pilgrim with classes of OLF Students, I was awarded a certificate as an Honorary Captain.
About my family: I was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. I was an only child, but I have many relatives in the Philadelphia/New Jersey area. I am married to Kevin, who is a retired Philadelphia police officer. We have one daughter, Bridgette, who works in Chicago. She is a producer for “The Oprah Winfrey Show”. My mom moved to California in 2008 and she lives with us. We have one cat and one 23-year-old turtle. Our five grand puppies live in Chicago with Bridgette.
Fun Facts, Hobbies: Since I was a child, I have been a fan of Michael Landon. When I was in high school, I met him in person. I had my picture taken with him and he even signed my Michael Landon scrapbook. After we moved to California, I had the opportunity to be invited into his home. I have also met the cast of “Seinfeld” and have a photo of Jay Leno and myself in one of his cars. I spent two summers working in the Cash Department of the Federal Reserve Bank. My duties included operating a money counting machine and determining which bills could be destroyed. Some hobbies that I enjoy are: going to the beach, reading, baking, listening to music, and spending time with family, pets, and friends.
Favorites:
Subject: Social Studies
Book: biographies of interesting people &Agatha Christie mysteries
Color: green
Food/Snack: Italian food
Snack: Tastykakes
Song: Christmas carols, songs by the Beatles, John Denver, & Barry Manilow
Movie: “Rome Adventures”, “Elf”, &“Father of the Bride”
I love being at OLF and working with talented and dedicated people. The students and parents are wonderful, too. As our school motto says: “The love of Christ urges us on.”
