Born in Atlanta Ga. to a family of six children. Attended grade school in Raleigh, NC. Went to high at T.C Williams in Alexandria Virginia. The events during my time there are recorded in the popular football movie "Remember the Titans". Attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute. VPI is a university rich in history as a military school. Being a member of the Corp of Cadets and paying my own way through school was a challenge.  After graduation Officer Candidate School launched me into a Career as a Naval Flight Officer.  Traveling to and living in various countries was an enriching experience. After several years of further work and world experience, I answered the call to teach and give back to society. My goal is to encourage students toward a quality education and successful life.