Miss Gary

Where were you born and where have you lived?
I was born in North Texas and lived in a small town called Bartonville. My family moved to Northwest Louisiana when I was in elementary school, and I stayed in Shreveport until moving to Fort Collins.

Where did you attend university or college?
I received my BA in studio art in 2023 from Centenary College of Louisiana. Fun fact… Centenary is the oldest college west of the Mississippi River!

What kind of reading do you most enjoy doing?
I’ve always enjoyed reading poetry, but I also love mysteries and thrillers.

What are the small essentials that make life more comfortable?
I can count on hot cocoa with a mound of marshmallows, a cozy blanket, my chunky cat, and my cuddle bug of a dog to make any day better.

What are your favorite snacks?
Pickled things, Zapp’s potato chips, popcorn, and any kind of fruit will always make me happy.

What do you do to unwind?
I love to cook and listen to my favorite music or watch a nostalgic movie. If the weather permits, nothing beats a long walk or a hike out in nature.

How could a parent volunteer help you most?
The colored pencils never stay sharpened for long! Any sort of help with sharpening pencils will always be much appreciated.