I was born and raised in Puerto Rico. In 1994 I started my Bachelor’s degree at Loyola University in New Orleans, Louisiana and then graduated from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In 1998 I also completed a Masters degree at the University of Wisconsin. I’ve been teaching for 23 years. I’ve mostly been a Kindergarten and a First grade teacher. 5 of those wonderful years were as the First Grade teacher here at OSL. My 2 children were students at OSL and are now alumni. For some years I taught in a Spanish immersion program, and as of last year, I’ve had the joy of being back at OSL, serving as the Spanish teacher. I feel blessed to consider teaching my vocation, not just my profession. It’s a privilege to do what I do with diligence, excellence and love every day.