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Principal

I couldn’t be more proud to be the principal of Highcrest Middle School and a member of the Wilmette community. Wilmette is truly a wonderful place to work. It is an educator’s dream job: supportive parents, fascinating kids, and a top notch teaching staff, all combine to make this school terrific. As an educator, I have served communities in several roles. I have been a 5^th and 6^th grade classroom teacher, a junior high school dean of students, an assistant principal, and a principal. Every one of these amazing experiences has contributed to my educational philosophy and beliefs. In a nutshell, I believe that every child has a right to an excellent education and that kids truly learn when they have a connection to their teachers, their community, and their school. My educational background includes a bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University, a master’s degree from Northeastern Illinois University, and a PhD from Loyola University Chicago. I have had the honor of serving this community for 6 years, and I look forward to the new professional challenges that this year brings. I am a firm believer in open and honest communication, so please feel free to contact me if needed.  

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6th Grade
Assistant Principal

I am thrilled to be the Sixth Grade Level Administrator at Highcrest. I started teaching in 2000 in a fifth grade classroom in Michigan. I came to Highcrest in 2002, and have since held the roles of sixth grade math/science teacher, sixth grade accelerated math teacher, fifth grade math enrichment teacher, and fifth & sixth grade learner qualities teacher. Through all of these roles, I have found that I love working with this age group of students. I have also found a home in Wilmette and truly love working here!

I earned my Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Michigan in 2000. Go Blue! I then earned my Masters of Science in Advanced Education from Northwestern University in 2005, my National Board Certification in 2007, and my Administrative Type 75 Certification from DePaul in 2012.

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5th Grade
Assistant Principal

A native of the northwest suburbs of Chicago, I attended Loyola University Chicago, where I earned my BA in English. I decided to return to school to earn my Master of Arts in Teaching degree from National Louis University. I worked in the Chicago Public Schools from 2001-2005 as a 5th grade classroom teacher, 6th grade social studies teacher, and a reading support teacher before joining the District 39 family for the 2005-2006 school year. In 2010 I earned my Masters Degree in Administration and Supervision from Concordia University.

From 2005-2011, I was a member of the Central team, first as a 4th grade teacher, then as the differentiation support teacher. During my time in Wilmette, I have served on several district-wide committees, including the Science Committee and Writing Committee, and I co-chaired the Progress Reporting Committee. I have served on Centralʼs Intervention Team, first as a member, then as a co-leader, and was an active member of Centralʼs School Improvement Team as well.

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and trying to keep up with my own children, ages 6 and 8! My favorite pastimes include traveling, enjoying outdoor activities, attending Bears games, reading, and cooking. 

I am excited to begin a new year as a HMS Hawk, and look forward to a successful and rewarding school year for our students!