BURLINGTON

Educational History:

I graduated from Scott City High School in 2003. Then ventured off to Manhattan Kansas to attend Kansas State University. I attended Kansas State University until 2007 when I graduated with a degree in Secondary Education Social Studies.

Degrees and Certifications:

I currently hold two degrees my first would be my Bachelor’s of Science in Secondary Education Social Studies from Kansas State University. Then in 2010 I obtained my Masters in Special Education from Ft. Hays University. In addition to my degrees I am licensed to teach in the following area: 5-12 Social Studies, 5-8 English Language Arts, 5-8 Math, PreK-12 Adaptive Special Education, and K-12 Functional Special Education.

Current Position:

Burlington Middle School

• 2010-2011 5/6 Special Education Teacher
• 2012-Present 5-8 Functional Special Education Teacher
• I have taught all subjects from ELA, Math, Reading, Social Skills, Science, Social Studies

Previous Position:

Flinthills High School

• 2007-2008 9-12 Social Studies Teacher

Butler County Special Education Cooperative

• 2008-2010 Flinthills High School Interrelated Special Education Teacher

Waverly High School

• 2001-2012 7-12 Special Education Teacher
• Family Information:
• As far as family goes that is what brought me to Coffey County. In 2010, I married Ryan Dawson and moved to Waverly, Kansas. Recently we had our first child, Owen, who has brought all sorts of new adventures to our lives. We have three dogs who were our first loves. Candi and Cassie are the two Welsh Corgis. They are Candi and Cassie. Then we have Cara who is a Great Pyrenees.
• Personal Information:
• When I am not teaching, keeping up with my son Owen, or relaxing, I show quarter horses in my spare time. My main focus is on Halter Horses but I will also compete in other areas at times from showmanship, horsemanship, ranch riding, and western pleasure.