Where I'm From:
I currently live in south Scottsdale, AZ and have family that live in Payson, AZ. Originally I am from southern California and transitioned to a career in education back in 2021.
What I do:
I am a middle school science teacher that has worked primarily in a Title 1 District in Phoenix, AZ for over 5 years!
My Education:
I'm a first-generation college graduate that attained my bachelor's degree in Cognitive Science, specializing in Human-Computer Interaction in 2015 from the University of California San Diego. I have recently applied for a Master's program with Arizona State University in Learning Design and Educational Technologies and plan to join an upcoming cohort in 2026.
I'm Passionate About:
Education has always been a driving force in both my career and personal life. As an educator, I strive to create student-driven learning experiences that are memorable, meaningful, and rooted in curiosity, exploration, and real-world relevance.
The Most Exciting Recent News in My Life:
Most recently, I became engaged to the love of my life and will be a married man this upcoming April 2026!

Spending time with my friends and family, my black Labrador Winnie, going on outdoor adventures, taking road trips on my motorcycle, and learning new skills!

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