I am a Santa Barbara native, and used to identify myself as an Olympic Trial swimmer. This was before I found my passion for creativity in teaching and coaching kids. I am a licensed preschool teacher in both Oregon and California. During those few years of teaching in both states, my mind often wondered about how I would create my own educational program, knowing the downfalls of our education system. Little did I know that this opportunity would come when COVID-19 hit. The pandemic was the exact push I needed to help me transition this idea into reality! The past 4 years I have been connecting with numerous families and have created our own little community. When I started to gain a waitlist, I decided to take the plunge to slowly step away from teaching in order to shape Holistic Beings! Now I hire like-minded, warm and well rounded teachers to be part of my community’s educational journey. This has been the most rewarding journey yet, and I hope to see it keep growing!

Inside the Classroom: I’m passionate about connection, creativity and emphasizing life skills that I believe should be taught in every school environment. Being present, and thinking outside the box for helping kids learn through play, is key. I hope to help the next generation in learning how to emotionally regulate, communicate in a kind and healthy way, and know that everyone is unique, which is a superpower! I hope to connect them to their community and the nature around them. 

Outside of the Classroom: You can find me traveling with my film camera, capturing the beauty of everything around me. You can also find me spending time with my family, friends and in nature. I enjoy being active, pretending I am still an elite athlete in my past life, while also completely enjoying my down time. Balance is key!