“I was born and raised in Orange County, California. I attended the University of California, Irvine and received my bachelor’s degree in social science (with a specialization in secondary education) along with a double minor in history and education. After that, I also received my CA Single Subject Teaching Credential in the Social Sciences at UC, Irvine. Being a life-long learner, I also worked towards completing my credential in the English-Language Arts as well as earning a master’s degree at CSULB in Curriculum and Instruction. This academic school year 2023-2024 will be my tenth-year teaching. My goals within the next five years are to become credentialed in English-Language Development as well as become National Board Certified. Other than being an educator, I am an avid reader, plant parent (I have over 100+ plants), a true crime/anything-paranormal podcast listener, and a world traveler. I also love watching anime, documentaries, and horror movies as well as love attending anime/comic conventions!”