I was born July 25, 1952, into a family that includes four siblings, one sister and three brothers. A 1970 graduate of Norman High School, I always enjoyed playing most of the major sports and while I was not a star (except in my own mind) I was generally involved in some activity.

I attended Central State University (now the University of Central Oklahoma) and received my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from there in December of 1976. I also received a Master's Degree (plus several hours) from CSU. I now have certification in elementary education, elementary administration, secondary administration and superintendent.

All of my career has been spent in the Choctaw / Nicoma Park School District. The first three and one-half years were at Choctaw Elementary School where I taught sixth grade. I then moved to James Griffith Intermediate School where I spent the next twenty-four years as principal. My position is now that of Assistant Superintendent of Schools for Personnel. I have always enjoyed my career in education and have met many wonderful people and have had many wonderful experiences while in each of these positions.

I have three wonderful daughters that have always been the light of my life and have now become outstanding adults. I have three beautiful grandchildren that are more fun than what should be legal. All six of them now look after "Poppa" and make life interesting and fulfilling. By the way, I also have three son's-in-law that are OK too!

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