I Did It!!!!

Striking a pose w/ my degree in my hand! :) My cords are for ASL (Alpha Sigma Lambda) & Magna Cum Laude!

About to receive my diploma! :)

I'm sitting looking back at my parents (right behind the girl standing up).

My Grandparents & I

Mom, Me, & Steve/Dad (Ryan still in school)

Nate, Me, Dad, Matthew, Mom (Aaron & Paige in spirit as they were at the Reds game :) )

From left 2 right: Nate, Dad, Me, Mom, Matthew, Grandpa & Grandma Coil

Martha (Grandpa Hank's fiance) & Me

Ok so the day finally arrived! I cannot tell you how long and hard I have been working towards this degree! On May 14, 2011, I received my Bachelor in Arts degree from Wittenberg University! :) I did it!!!! I wish my Grandpa & Grandma Roberts were there but I know they were looking down from heaven! My Grandpa graduated with his teaching license in '54 from Wittenberg University and Grandma was a nurse on campus for a couple years! I have so many people to thank for supporting me throughout my journey. I had many road blocks but it never stopped me from pursuing my dream of being an Elementary teacher. I picked up my teaching license a few days before the ceremony! So it's official....I am now certified to teach Pre-K to 3rd grade and K-12 as an Intervention Specialist. For all those that have a dream....NEVER give up! Have faith in yourself and surround yourself with positive supportive people! You can do it!!!