Rooted in Purpose. Focused on Access.

I am a science educator and PhD candidate in Science Education at the University of Georgia, dedicated to transforming rural education through equitable, inquiry-driven learning. Rooted in Jefferson County, Georgia, and shaped by the legacy of my parents—a farmer and a factory worker—I carry forward their values of service, resilience, and stewardship.​Losing both of them early in my journey taught me that opportunity, not ability, often defines a student’s path. That belief fuels my mission: to clear and light the way for others, especially Black and rural students who deserve access to meaningful, place-based science experiences.​Through my classroom teaching and my nonprofit, Roots of Discovery Science Initiative Inc., I design lessons, workshops, and community programs that connect science to identity, heritage, and the real world. My goal is simple: to spark curiosity, build confidence, and empower the next generation to use science as a tool for growth, justice, and change.