Creative Technologies Academy

I am a coffee lover! I grind coffee beans fresh every morning, and I even have an espresso machine to make specialty coffee whenever I want. I graduated from college 10 years after graduating from high school. I actually failed in my first attempt at college, but worked hard and received a full academic scholarship to the University of Michigan, graduating with honors. I have never lost a game of Scene It in my life.

I cooked at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics for the athletes I’ve ran 9 marathons I’ve been in 9 Sparta Community Theatre Productions. Some of the roles I have played have been Babette in Beauty and the Beast, Mrs. Sowerby in Oliver, and the Fairy God Mother in Shrek. I was also in Mamma Mia this past summer in Sparta.

I have lived in 7 different states and 3 different countries. I am really good at hula hooping. I used to be a bird researcher and a dog trainer.

In my lifetime, I’ve watched Michigan football win the championship twice…in 1997, I was at the Rose Bowl when they won and 2024 with my fam on tv. HAIL !I’ve watched the GOAT, Michael Jordan, play in person 3 times I’ve traveled to Greece twice

.I have played piano since I was in kindergarten! I took lessons on up through middle school for about 8 years .I homeschooled my children for 6 years before we came to CTA and I recertified as a teacher. I love camping with my family! Lake Michigan is my favorite place!

I love to travel and camp. My family and I love to explore new places and be outdoors I am a compulsive DIYer. I love to build various things for my house instead of buying them. My favorite hobbies are reading and being in the outdoors - hiking, biking, camping, gardening, kayaking and more.

I have twin sister German Shepard dogs .I am a first generation college student with my undergraduate in elementary education and special education and an intention of pursuing my masters in administration .In high school I was a three sport varsity athlete involved in water polo, sideline cheer, and varsity cheer.

1st Grade Teacher Before teaching I was a Physical Therapist Assistant My first real job was in a flower shop. My boss was amazing and so patient as she taught me all about the art of flower arranging. By the time I left that job for my career in healthcare, I was putting together flower arrangements and bouquets for weddings .Mackinac Island is my absolute favorite place in Michigan.

Instructional Coach I love hiking and exploring National Parks with my husband and son; so far, we have been to 14 in the US and Canada. I have two golden retrievers named Henry and Millie! I enjoy doing DIY/home improvement jobs and am teaching myself how to build beginner projects.

High School Math I love to travel and I have lived in 4 other states and 1 other country In addition to math, I am also certified to teach History and was part of Phi Alpha Theta (National History Honor Society) in college Prior to teaching, I spent 7 years as a bank teller.

EL/MS Technology/Interventionist I was a competitive swimmer for 13 years .I am originally from Chicago. Rainy days are my favorite!

I am named after my amazing father, Michael. He went by Mike and that is where my name originated from. It is a tradition passed down in our family as my mom was named after her dad as well. I have 4 beautiful children who mean the world to me: 2 biological boys and 2 bonus daughters. I am a huge Michigan football fan, but my daughters both attend Michigan State :)I hold 2 Masters degrees: One in Children’s Literature and one in Elementary Education. I am a lifelong learner and hope to get my Doctorate someday soon.

I enjoy watching football .In the summer, I wake-surf behind our boat. I love vacationing to the Mountains.

I enjoy camping, hiking, and being outdoors .I was born in Florida, and have lived in 5 states! (Michigan is the one where I have lived the longest.)I love to read! My goal is to read at least 52 books (a book a week) every year! So, far this year I have read 76 books!

I love to travel! I have been to 24 of the 50 states, and on 8 cruises. My favorite place so far has been Aruba .I have a twin brother .In the summer, I love going to the lake house to go boating and fish.

I love to read and read 80 books in 2023.My favorite sport is hockey and I am a big Red Wings fan! I was named after a Country Song.