Educational Background:
BS Kinesiology Sonoma State University 2002
I am completing my 2nd
year of BTSA instruction.
Personal Information:
I am happy to be teaching in this wonderful community where I grew up
and went to school. I live with my wife Tracy, our 5 yr old son
Erik ,that attends St Johns Catholic, and our 3 yr old daughter Emma. I
enjoy playing FIFA soccer for playstation and my favorite movie is
Hoosiers.
Subjects Taught:
Physical Education
Began Teaching at River School:
I have taught 6yrs at River School.
Subjects Taught Before:
I coached basketball at the junior college level for two years and also
in the community for high school boys. I have been coaching Junior
College Women's Basketball for four years and I am currently a Fitness
and Weight Training Instructor at Napa Valley College.
What is important to you in education?
I believe that everyone can learn any motor skill with practice,
positive feedback, and a willingness to experiment. I believe that
physical activity is for everyone, as long as they find an activity they
enjoy. I stress making physical education fun and rewarding. Students
must learn to keep their body fit along with their mind.
What Defines the River School to you?
River School is a great community of thinkers that respect different view points, and are able to express their thoughts and feelings freely. All of the students are creative learners. River school celebrates learning and growing everyday. Students are able to collaborate and find their potential and gain self confidence here.