Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

This is my 25th year in education. I have my bachelor's in Early Childhood Education from University of Maryland Baltimore County, my master's in Educational Leadership from UNT, and doctorate in Educational Leadership from DBU. I am also an adjunct professor at DBU where I teach a master's course in curriculum design. I love scuba diving, swimming, and decorating.

Director of Assessment and Accountability

After graduating from West Texas State University (now West Texas A&M), I began my 32-year education career teaching 1^st grade.  After teaching 1^st, 4^th, 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th grades, I moved into school administration, serving as an elementary assistant principal, middle school assistant principal, high school assistant principal, elementary principal, and interim high school principal.

My life outside of work is consumed with family.  My amazing husband, Floyd, and I have some great children –Justin (and his wife Lauren), Blair, JaciKay, and Emma.  Emma is the only one left at home, and she is a senior at DHS.  We have 7 fantastic grandchildren – Zoe, Riot, Bear, Wren, Ruthie, Annie, and Calvin.  We love spending time with any and all of them!   If we’re not with our family, you can usually find us relaxing around our house or riding our Can-Am Spyder.

Please visit the Assessment and Accountability web page for more information: Assessment and Accountability 

Director of Special Programs

I have been in education for 23 years and have my bachelor’s from University of North Texas and master's from Dallas Baptist University. My husband Steven and I have two kids, Reid who is 18 and Gage who is 14. I enjoy being outdoors and reading.

Please visit the Special Programs web page for more information: Special Programs

District Literacy Facilitator

I have my B.S. in Education from Oklahoma Panhandle State University and a Master’s in Educational Administration from Concordia University, Austin. Seventeen years ago, I began my teaching career as a 2nd grade teacher in the panhandle of Oklahoma and two years later my husband, Jesse and I moved to Texas. Together we have three daughters, Ava who is 7, Iyla is 5, and Cora who is 4 years old.  In my free time I love to read and travel with my family.

District Math Facilitator

This year, I will begin my 17th year in education. I received my B.S. in Psychology from Abilene Christian University and my Master of Education from the University of North Texas. My wife Morgan and I have worked in DISD for the past 4 years and are excited for our 5th. Outside of school, I enjoy watching all sports, cooking, traveling, fishing, and collecting vinyl records.

Library Media Services

Please visit the District Libraries web page for more information: District Libraries

Director of Bilingual/ESL 

Since graduating with a bachelor's degree from The University of Texas at Austin and master's degree from Southwest Texas State, I am now in my 27th year of education.  I have served as a bilingual elementary teacher, an assistant principal, a principal, and a district program coordinator prior to my tenure as Decatur ISD's Director of Dual Language and ESL.  My husband Chance and I stay busy with our two active boys, Graceton (7th grade) and Faithen (4th grade).  I love to watch them play football, read, see movies, and travel - especially to the beach!

Please visit the Bilingual/ESL/Dual Language web page for more information: Bilingual/ESL/Dual Language Information

Department Administrative Assistant

Director CCMR/CTE

I have a B.S in Education and a Master of Education from the University of North Texas. I began my career in education 31 years ago teaching 6th grade. I have also taught 7th grade math, 8th grade math, and Algebra 1. I have administrative experience at all levels; I have been an elementary principal, middle school assistant principal, high school assistant principal, and interim high school principal.  

Outside of work, I enjoy traveling with my husband, Billy. We’re always up for an adventure, whether it’s deep sea fishing, rappelling down waterfalls in the jungle, or just exploring a city. I also enjoy gardening, cooking, watching college athletics, reading, and spending time with friends and family. My husband and I have two wonderful daughters, Sydney and Shelby, an amazing son-in-law, Justin (Sydney’s husband), and a beautiful granddaughter, Teagan, who clearly is the family boss.

Please visit the CTE web page for more information: CTE

Instructional Systems Coordinator

I have my B.S. in computer science from Texas Woman’s University and this is my third year in education. Prior to education I worked in corporate IT. I love spending time with my family and our 75 pound lab who thinks she is a lap dog. My hobbies include reading, bowling, and being outdoors.

Please visit the Instructional Technology web page for more information: Instructional Technology

Gifted and Talented Coordinator

I have a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!) and a Master’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Central Florida. This is my 15th year of teaching, and my fifth as the GT Coordinator for DISD. Being in the GT program myself as a child, I have a heart for the unique needs of GT students and a passion for helping them reach their full potential. My husband, Curtis, and I have two children, Cody (11) and Danalee (9). We stay busy, mostly spending our time managing and showing our herd of Texas Longhorn cattle. I love to travel, especially if it involves an outdoor adventure! 

Please visit the following web pages for more information:

Gifted and Talented  

Advanced Academics