Experienced educator with a demonstrated history of leadership and management through Speech and Debate. Strong communication skills have enabled me to advance my career both in and out of the classroom. Holding elected positions in local and national Speech and Debate organizations since 2003 has given me the opportunity to collaborate with professionals of diverse backgrounds fueling my work in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Having worked in both affluent and poverty level districts, my perspective of the needs of students and their families inspired me to obtain a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction focused in Principal Certification from Gannon University. I have a passion for working with other professionals to develop programs to bridge the gap for persons of any minority or socioeconomic status.