Tell us about your family: I have 2 children, one is a senior at OSU and the other is a senior at Harrah High School. And I have a husband who I have been married to for 27 years.

Certifications: BS Early Childhood Education, MS Family relations and Child Dev. Vocational certification.

Why did you choose this Field: I enjoy seeing the changes that learning during the early years brings about. I also enjoy helping parents to understand the difference early learning experiences and early interventions can bring about.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw etc.: Harrah (all my life).

Hobbies: Remodeling, yard and garden particularly flower gardens, water gardens and following my daughters horsin'.

Tell us about your family: I live with my husband, Don. Don is a retired IRS agent and is now a "Gentleman Farmer." Actually his biggest responsibility is taking care of his mother who is in the advanced stages of dementia. Although he pays several people to help, he spends most nights in her home. I have two sons that are out of the house, Jason and Brian. Brian (my youngest) and his wife (Janean) are expecting to make me a grandmother in early December. We all live on the same quarter section of land (160 Acres) within the city limits of Harrah--one home on each corner. We raise Brangus cattle plus plant, cut, rake, and bale most of our own hay (Brian helps a great deal with the hay).

Certifications: My Certifications include a Bachelors degree is in Business and English Education, a Masters in Early Childhood Education. I have a Gold Director's Credential. I am a level III Specialist

Why did you choose this Field: I choose this profession because I enjoy the innocence and excitement exhibited by this age group. I also enjoy working with parents and families. Finally, I have an interest in bookkeeping and computers.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw etc.: My family moved to Harrah when I was two years old. Except for a ten year period in which my husband and I (and then our babies) lived in New Mexico and then Lawton, I have lived all this time in Harrah.

Hobbies: I love crafts, sewing, painting, landscaping, and reading. We have a little house on Lake Eufaula where we spend a great deal of time when circumstances allow.

Tell us about your family: I have four children, and I have a husband of three years. The family consists of:
3 daughters--27, 24, & 20 years old
1 son--27 years old
1 son-in-law--28 years old
1 daughter-in-law--24 years old
One of my daughters and her husband live in Sapulpa. I have one granddaughter, son, and his wife live in Tulsa. One daughter lives in Tulsa, and one in Colorado.

Certifications: My Certifications include a level IV on the Oklahoma Registry (CECPD), have a CDA credential, also CPR/ First Aid, and I have taken some hours at Rose State.

Why did you choose this Field: I choose this profession because I love Children. They keep me on my toes and are always interesting from day to day. There is never a dull moment. I love these aspects of the field. Watching them grow and learn is a blessing in itself.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw etc.: I live in Harrah.

Hobbies: Vacationing with my family and girl friends; all sports; plus working out with my best friend.

Tell us about your family: I am married with two children.

Certifications: My Certifications include a Bachelors degree in English and education and masters in Education.

Why did you choose this Field: I choose this field because I like to see children learn and grow.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw etc.: I live in Midwest City.

Hobbies: My hobbies are reading and cross-stitch.

Tell us about your family: Besides myself, my family consists of my husband, Michael; my daughters, Kylie and Abigail.

Certifications: I am a Level IV on the Oklahoma Registry (CECPD); Vocational Child Care Completion-- Master Teacher; CDA credential; CRR/First Aid; some hours at Rose State

Why did you choose this Field: I enjoy working with children. There is never a dull moment. Their love is unconditional.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw etc.: Choctaw

Hobbies: OU Sport

Tell us about your family: My family includes my husband Jason and my six year old twin daughters. Jacee and Jenna attend Jones Elementary. Jason and I have worked at Eoc Tech for many, many years.

Certifications: My Certifications include Child Development Associate Credential, and a Certificate of Mastery

Why did you choose this Field: I choose this Profession to help children grow and learn as individuals.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw etc.: I live in Jones.

Hobbies: My hobbies are reading, crafts, and Creating Holiday decorations.

Tell us about your family: I have been married to Butch for almost 20 years. I have 2 children, one daughter -19 year old Amanda, and one son-15 year old J.C.

Certifications: graduated from High School, Elect training and some college.

Why did you choose this field: I love children and enjoy being around them. It's fun and rewarding and it also follows me to have time for my own family in the evenings.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw etc.: Harrah

Hobbies: I enjoy reading and coloring. I love to take motorcycle rides with my husband and children and lots of our friends.

Tell us about your family: I have three grown children and four grandkids. We moved to Harrah 22 years ago from Louisiana. My husband Gill, went to work for Tinker AFB at that time, my oldest son James, remained in Louisiana for several years then moved to Harrah. Paul was a senior; Danna, 8th grade when Harrah became our new home. We now have four grandchildren, three granddaughters and a grandson, who keeps us busy. Paul and his wife, Jenny, live next door; so I get to enjoy seeing and being with the children daily. Children and grandchildren are a real blessing to us.

Certifications: I am Level II on the Oklahoma Registry (CECPD). I graduated from high school at Brazos port High School, Freeport, TX. CPR/First Aid.

Why did you choose this field: I have always loved working with children. Watching them grow and develop is a real joy. They can make you smile even when you are down.

The general area where you live such as Choctaw, etc.: Harrah

Hobbies: Working in the yard; reading; and enjoying the grandkids.