Graduated from Brigham Young University with a BFA in English education; earned a Master’s of Education from George Wythe University; taught writing and literature in homeschool co-ops; currently president of the Kimberly Schools Foundation, raising money for scholarships for Kimberly graduates to continue their education; former director of the College of Southern Idaho Music Fest camp for youth for multiple years; resides in Kimberly, Idaho; spouse: Michael; two adult daughters.