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I’ve always been captivated with the magic of learning.

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But my journey into education didn’t start at the front of a classroom. It started in the hallways. While I was at University, I spent some of my summers working as a school custodian. That experience taught me something I’ve carried with me for over 20 years: schools are built on more than just books—they are built on care, environment, and the people who show up every day.

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In those hallways and classrooms I moved through many roles as I professionally developed. From teacher's aide, to teaching at many levels, then onto coaching, science coordinator, S.T.E.A.M. coordinator, and learning specialist. Eventually, I stepped into leadership as an Assistant Principal and then Principal.

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After two decades in the system, I realized a fundamental truth: Helping a child become the best version of themselves takes time, patience, and one vital ingredient that a classroom can’t replace: you-parents!

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Why GrownUP Teachings?

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I’ve seen firsthand that while teachers are essential, parents are a child’s first and foremost teacher. Yet, so many parents feel like they are "just" guessing or waiting for the school to take the lead.
 

I've founded GrownUP Teachings help parents that are looking for more support and resources. I want to take the "insider" knowledge I’ve gained from 20+ years in school leadership and teach you, the parent. My mission is to help you stop the guesswork and start teaching with the confidence your child deserves. You don’t need a teaching degree to empower your child—you just need the right tools and a bit of heart.

 

When I’m Not "The Principal"

 

When I’m not developing strategies for parents, I’m living them! You can usually find me in the kitchen cooking, tucked away with a good book, or navigating the beautiful, messy, rewarding world of being a mum.