I was born in Grass Valley, Ca. I grew up here, and I live here still. I love it here. It is beautiful.
I am Caucasian. I am mostly from German and Irish descent however I am also Native American and English.
My paternal Grandfather was Irish. My paternal Grandmother is Native American and Irish. My maternal Grandmother is English and German. My maternal Grandfather is German.
My paternal great great Grandmother was 100% Cherokee.
My paternal Grandparents were from West Virginia.
My maternal Grandparents were form Colorado but my Grandfather was born in Germany.
My culture has been strongly influenced by religion. It is the basis of all our family holidays and get togethers.
My family is the most important thing to me. I live my life for them all.
I think the most important thing teachers can do to provide for young children is to make them feel accepted amongst their peers regardless of race, or disabilities. I also feel it is important to make sure everyone has the opportunity to be included in all activities.
I define myself as loyal, fair, passionate, and genuine.
I have a blended family. I have two step daughters 15 and 17. I gave birth to two boys 11 and 3. Our girls are both cheer leaders at Nevada Union. My older son is a wrestler, and a baseball player. He is also in the band at school and raises hogs in 4-H. I love being a mother. It is very rewarding. Although very trying at times as well.
I have been working with children for 11 years now. I started out at a center where I worked with infants. I continued on after that with my own in home, small family child care business. I still have my business but only part time while I get my degree.
In my business I have all ready learned a lot about other families cultures. This class will help me in the future by allowing me to understand people better. To have an open mind.
I love music. I love to exercise at the gym.
In my spare time I like to travel with my family, ride quads, go camping, and watch my kids in their activities. I call it making memories.
