Founder, Adventures in Education at historically themed Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, CA.featuring onsite field trip programs in history, science, and the arts. Academic Chair, teacher, and online curriculum developer at Laurel Springs School, an accredited college-prep distance learning academy with headquarters in Ojai, CA. Co-Founder, American Heritage Publications featuring plays and accompanying teacher guides and student workbooks on the American Revolution and the founding of America.
I am a strong believer in student-centered learning. Storytelling is a powerful means of engagement. Scaffolding the learning process for individual accomplishment is key to establishing a successful learning experience with particular attention being paid to learning styles. I love project based learning and hands-on applications. I am a facilitator and coach.
Independent Press Best Audiobook Award, 2020, for The Gathering Storm in America. UNEP Endorsed Environmental "Kids4Earth" curriculum awarded NAAEE Best Environment Program on a Global Scale, 2010. U.S.D.A. "Seeking Solutions Together" award for "Smokey's Animal Friends Show and Curriculum at Knott's Berry Farm, 1995.
BS, Summa Cum Laude, Walden University 2015. MS, Instructional Design and Technology, Walden University 2018.
Co-Founded American Heritage Publications with Thomas N. (Tim) Mills, 2017.
5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff
English Language Arts, Specialty, Social Studies, Civics, Government, U.S. History, Arts & Music, Drama, Critical Thinking, Writing, Informational Text, Close Reading