About Us

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It is only with the support of this amazing man that I can continue to advocate for coding, computational thinking, and computer science integration. My husband, along with my daughters help me in doing all the things I can no longer physically do myself. If you enjoy this website and the resources contained within, please consider making a donation to Rheumatoid Arthritis Research.

Current Role:

• Computer Science Curriculum Specialist - Marquette University (2018 - present)

Qualifications:

• Lifetime 1-8 Elementary Teacher License
• K-12 Principal License
• K-12 Director of Curriculum License
• On-Line Teaching Certificate from UW-Madison
• Instructional Coaching Certificate from Concordia University
• Coaching in a RtI Framework Certificate from Cardinal Stritch University

Current Role:

• Director of Information Technology - Great Falls School District (2024-present)

Qualifications:

• Director of Information Technology - Horicon School District (2017 - 2024)
• IT Systems Manager - Hartford School District (2014-2017)
• Technology Manager - BEAM (2009-2014)
• Google Administrator
• School wide hardware/software systems
• School safety cameras and procedures
• Design, installation and troubleshooting  of wireless networks

Podcasts: 

• A K-5 Roadmap for Combining Content and Computational Thinking in Any Classroom 

• OnEducation: No Fear Coding

Book Reviews:

• Ed Tech Round Up (6/2/21)

• ISTE - Use Coding to Engage Students in Reading, Writing Lessons (2/26/21)

Research Papers & Book References:

1. Computational Thinking in Classrooms: A Study of a Professional Development for STEM Teachers in High Needs Schools
2. STEAM Teacher for a Day: A Case Study of Teachers’ Perspectives on Computational Thinking
3. The K-12 Educational Technology Handbook