I am thrilled to be joining the Westhill community as your Dean of Students this year. I have been a part of the Northshore district since my oldest started Kindergarten at Cottage Lake in 1995. I started as a parent volunteer and PTA officer until the principal finally decided to just pay me and hired me in 2000 as a split class aide and recess teacher. I’ve spent 25 years at Cottage Lake as a para educator in special education, a Learning Center para, and split class aide (every grade level from 1st/2nd to 5th/6th).
In 2022, I was hired as the first Dean of Students at Cottage Lake. When that position was cut this spring I was given my choice of several schools and I chose Westhill! I am passionate about inclusionary practices and building community for each and every student – a passion I believe I share with the Westhill staff.
I love to travel, read and cheer on sports of all kinds. I’m a Washington State University grad (go Cougs!), grew up in Eastern Washington and proud mom to two Woodinville High alumni. I look forward to creating a wonderful partnership with the community here.
