- Born in Orlando, Fl.
- Graduated from Edgewater High 1970
- Graduated from University of Florida 1975-1977-BSA/1986-1987 MA
- Taught at Gainesville Agribusiness Center, Gainesville, Fl. 1979-1986
- Taught at Ft. Clarke Middle School, Gainesville, Fl. 1987-1996
- Taught at Kanapaha Middle School, Gainesville, Fl. 1996-Present
- Taught at Lawtey Correctional, Lawtey, Fl. 1977-1979
- Science Department Chair-Ft. Clarke Middle School 7 years
- Science Department Chair-Kanapaha middle School 6 years
- Advisor to Regional Horticulture Proficiency winner (National Level)
- Horticultute program showcased at National FFA Convention