Counselor
I am a proud graduate of Byng High School and East Central University!
Byng High School – HS Diploma
East Central University – Bachelor of Science – Education (Elementary Education / Science)
East Central University – Master of Science – Education (Counseling / Administration)
Certifications – Elementary Education, Special Education, School Counselor, School Administration / Principal
Once a Pirate, Always a Pirate! When I was nine years old, my parents, Ken and Jan Hudson, moved our family from Western Oklahoma to Byng. Both of my parents taught at Byng, and my brother, sister, and I graduated as Byng Pirates. I remained a Pirate teaching Gifted and Talented at Byng Elementary School, then Grades 3 and 5 at Homer Elementary School until 1992 when my husband, children, and I relocated to Joplin, Missouri.
Fast forward 27 years – I am happy to return to Byng Public Schools and continue a Pirate’s life while serving as JOM Counselor to our students!
I am a proud mother, mother-in-law, and – best of all – grandmother to Chloe (22), Ainsley (15), Anthony (10), Myles (4), and Baylea (2).
I absolutely love spending time with my entire family! Most favorite activies include the great outdoors – playing games, camping, grilling, chilling, swimming, and traveling. Two of our favorite indoor activites are cooking together and catching the latest movies in theaters.
To put it simply, I like to have fun. I dabble in art, catch the latest movies in theaters, and spend random time with family and friends.
Travel is a passion and hobby. Whether by plane, train, automobile, or ship, I am ready to go! I recently completed my first solo expedition (destination Baja, Mexico) and had a wonderful time meeting new people and exploring new cultures!
“Never get so busy living that you forget to make a life.” Dolly Parton