Born and raised in 
		Hood River, Oregon.
Graduated 
		from Hood River Valley High School.
Taught in the Day 
		Care and Preschool programs at Hood River Valley high School 
Currently in my 4th 
		year at OSU, finishing my degree in Psychology.
Is certified in Infant/Child 
		first aid, CPR, recognizing and reporting child abuse, infant sleep 
		safety training, food handler's certificate and taken 15 hours of 
		continued education each year.