HEART
I have been an AACA parent for the last 7 years. We have two daughters currently
attending AACA, and an older son that will be starting his junior year in college this fall. Like most families, the philosophy of our school drew me in, and our family has had an absolutely amazing experience.

I love the fact that our school focuses on the whole child, and the educational
experience is tailored to the needs of the students. The way that students are
encouraged to discover their own learning style, and apply that knowledge to their own education is unmatched by any other school. I have a huge passion for special education, and we have had a wonderful experience with the support services at AACA.

MIND
I have been a teacher for an online school for the last 12 years, and have been in
the field of education for 17. Prior to that I taught dance at a private studio and coached competitive cheer, so I have worked with children in some capacity for over 25 years. My degree is in Physical Education and Kinesiology with a single subject in Physical Education, so I do teach PE; however, I am also the ASB leader for my high school and teach a leadership class as well. A few years ago, I decided to stretch myself and go back to school to earn a Masters in Curriculum and Teaching. This was a fantastic way to grow not only as an educator, but also as a parent.

BODY
I enjoy volunteering at AACA and just finished up my second year on the school
board. Prior to that, I spent a couple of years as president for one of the local soccer clubs as well as the team manager for my son’s team. I also worked closely with two ladies at one of the local elementary schools to create a spring musical each year, which allowed us to bring back an element of the arts to the area and was one of my favorite projects to work on. I spent a few years working with the VIP soccer teams through AYSO, and loved working with such a great variety of special needs kids.

I thoroughly enjoy staying active, and I am always up for trying new physical activities. I enjoy hiking with my family, and love to get in different types of exercise daily.

I am also a huge theater fan, and love all aspects of it! I have performed in the
past, worked behind the scenes, but I also love being an audience member and
getting to see other people’s artistic expression through theater.

SOUL
As I mentioned before, I have a huge passion for staying active, so physical activity is a big part of how I recharge. I do like to change up the type of activity I participate in, but I am currently working on strength and flexibility.

In my free time, I enjoy reading, with one of my favorite series being the Harry Potter series. I have had the pleasure of sharing this story with each of my
children, and it has sparked a love for reading for each of them as well; which makes my mom heart so happy.
I love spending time with my family, and we enjoy traveling and exploring new places together.

HEART
I have three children and two nieces that have gone to AACA. I love the change I have seen in my children. They are excited to go to school every day and have demonstrated a greater passion for their education. The methods AACA uses to educate our children are top-notch.

MIND
I dedicated 12 years of my life to the United States Army. I am trained in the IT field and use my skills to improve AACA in any way I am able. 

BODY
I used to run incredible distances. Now I have shared my love for running with my children. They all participate in AACA’s Cross Country program.

SOUL
I “sharpen my saw” by going to the park with my family and enjoying their presence.

HEART
I have been a mom at Almond Acres since 2013. I currently have a 5th grader at AACA. We had three kids, Jack, Soren, and Selah. In 2014, our middle son passed away in a tragic accident. We chose to share the pain of losing our son openly, and it created a strong community for us in Paso and at AACA. The school staff and leadership were excellent in the support during our time of grief.

I am involved in many different ways. As a volunteer, I am happy to help as much as possible, attending field trips, helping in classrooms, backstage on plays, and on the auction committee. For five years, I coached a Destination Imagination team and twice took the team to the global stage. I was the school facilitator of the Destination Imagination program before covid.  I teach an enrichment art class. I understand the true heart of the school, what it has been in the past, and what it can be in the future as we grow.

MIND
I attended Colorado Christian University, where I majored in youth ministry. Shortly after graduating, we moved to California so my husband could eventually take over the family business, Hamon Overhead Door Co., which he accomplished in 2019. I worked as a nanny and at the family business until we began having kids in 2007, and I was able to be a stay-at-home mom. I am also a substitute teacher for the resource team.

BODY
I love to walk, whether with moms from school or just the dog, getting outside every day fills my cup.

SOUL
I am an artist. It has taken me years to claim this title because I paint abstract paintings. But as I get older I have discovered how much being creative with paint recharges my soul. I also am a big fan of tv, movies, and food!