Hello and Welcome to Mariposa School!  I am honored to be the principal of this wonderful school! This is my seventh year as principal of Mariposa and truly love being able to work with such dedicated and hare-working teachers and staff members. Our students are bright and inquisitive and love learning.  Our parents and community members are dedicated to supporting and assisting all students and staff at Mariposa.

A little bit about me and my background:  I was born in Long Island, New York and then traveled to Boston to attend Boston College. I received my undergraduate degree from Boston College in both elementary and special education and taught special education students in the Boston area for 12 years.  During my time in Boston, I received my Master's Degree in Administration from the University of Massachusetts and my Ph. D. from Boston College in Educational Research, Measurement and Evaluation.  I have lived in the Phoenix area for 10 years and spent my first four years in the Kyrene District as the Director of Curriculum and Instructional Services. 

In my spare time, I follow both college and professional sports. My favorite teams are the New England Patriots, the Denver Broncos and of course, the 2004 World Series Champs...The Boston Red Sox!  I also love to read, attend concerts and movies, spend time with family and friends, and travel.