2025-2026 Teacher Favorites

Favorite drink:

Lemonade

Favorite color:

Blue, but love all of them!

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panera, Chick-fil-A, Ukraft, The Shack

Birthday:

March 17th

For fun, I…:

Read, watch movies, spend time outside, watch the Cardinals and Blues

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Cheeze-its, chips, fruity candy, gummy bears, reeses pieces, dark chocolate

Food allergies and dislikes…:

None

I am not a big fan of…:

mint and chocolate combo

Our classroom could always use more…:

indoor recess games and books

My family and pets…:

My husband Jake, son Beckett, a dog Nellie and a cat Molly

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/280Q9H5YMYGDK?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke

Favorite color:

Pastels

Favorite store(s):

Michaels, Barnes and Noble

Favorite restaurant(s):

Chick Fil A, Red Robbin

Birthday:

December 3rd

For fun, I…:

Paint, crochet, draw!

These are a few of my favorite things…:

My family, art, and panda bears!

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

I am not a big fan of…:

N/A

Our classroom could always use more…:

Sticky notes and cute pens

My family and pets…:

My Mom, Dad, twin sister and older brother! Plus two crazy kitties! 

Favorite drink:

Unsweet Iced Tea

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

UKraft, McAlisters, Amigos

Birthday:

March 26th

For fun, I…:

Enjoy spending time with family and going to sports events.

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Traveling, reading, working out, sports, and organizing 

Food allergies and dislikes…:

I like to eat really healthy!

I am not a big fan of…:

Sweets

Our classroom could always use more…:

Comfortable seating

My family and pets…:

Steve- husband, Grant- son, Ellie- daughter, and Barclay- dog

Favorite drink:

QT tea

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Amazon, Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Chili's and Circle 7 Ranch

Birthday:

December 15th

For fun, I…:

Read, crochet, walk and go to the pool

These are a few of my favorite things…:

STL Blues, beach, reading, Red Mike & Ikes, Cheeze-its

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Sour things

I am not a big fan of…:

Sour things

Our classroom could always use more…:

Books, wintergreen mints for mint Minday, mini Tic Tacs for Tic Tac Thursday, water bottle stickers

My family and pets…:

Son-Seth, husband-Ryan, Pets - Lilith the cat and Louie the dog

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2OG82M2AR3C52?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Black coffee, Diet Coke, Celcius, Alani

Favorite color:

Yellow

Favorite store(s):

Amazon, Target, Old Navy, Aldi

Favorite restaurant(s):

Buffalo Wild Wings, Chick Fil A, Joey B's, TJ Wings

Birthday:

December 23rd

For fun, I…:

Play with Tucker, travel to Coal City to visit family, read and workout

These are a few of my favorite things…:

The Cubs, Taylor Swift, Candles or Wall Flowers from Bath & Body Works, the Aldi AOS!

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Milk

I am not a big fan of…:

Milk

Our classroom could always use more…:

Anything from my wishlislt!

My family and pets…:

Tucker (2), Josie (cat), Griffey (dog)

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QLMS30USZFSF?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Diet Dr. Pepper or Dr. Pepper Zero

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Dicks, Golf Galaxy

Favorite restaurant(s):

St. Louis Kolache, Jimmy John's, McDonald's, Culvers

Birthday:

Feb. 23rd

For fun, I…:

Coach my son's sports and play golf badly ;)

These are a few of my favorite things…:

All things Reese's,

Food allergies and dislikes…:

No chips

I am not a big fan of…:

Coffee mugs

Our classroom could always use more…:

Students love my fidget box. Can always use more of them.

My family and pets…:

Wife: Rebecca, Children: Camden, Clara, Freddie, and Etta Dog: Lola

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke, Smart Water, Coffee with cream and sugar

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Bandanas, Panera, Jimmy Johns

Birthday:

April 3rd

For fun, I…:

Like to hang out with family and friends.

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Daisies, Dove Chocolate, York Peppermint Patties, Ruffles, 1000-piece puzzles-colorful-floral/nature

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Seafood

I am not a big fan of…:

Heavily scented things

Our classroom could always use more…:

BAndaids

My family and pets…:

I have 2 adult boys, Will & John. Husband is Doug.

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1U63TMA0GKFVI/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2

Favorite drink:

Zero sugar Canada Dry

Favorite color:

Green

Favorite store(s):

Walmart

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panda Express

Birthday:

December 19th

For fun, I…:

Word Searches, Puzzles

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Superheroes (Marvel and DC), Star Wars, St. Louis Blues, St. Louis Cardinals, KC Chiefs

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Any kind of beans

I am not a big fan of…:

Twizzlers

Our classroom could always use more…:

Scissors with covers

My family and pets…:

I have a wife, Carolyn. We have a 4-year-old daughter a 10-month-old son. We have 3 cats and a dog.

Favorite drink:

Dr Pepper Zero, Cold brew

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Ukraft, Panera, Katie's

Birthday:

April 17th

For fun, I…:

hike

These are a few of my favorite things…:

popcorn, salted caramel anything, dark chocolate, peanut butter

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Coconut

I am not a big fan of…:

Thankful for anything!

Our classroom could always use more…:

Fun pens

My family and pets…:

Husband Andy, 2 daughters (Layla 13, Addie 10) and 2 dogs Odie & Gracie

Favorite drink:

Coffee

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panera, Tacos4Life

Birthday:

October 10th

For fun, I…:

Read and play with my dogs.

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Hot Tamales candy, candles, flavored sparkling water

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Peanut butter candies

I am not a big fan of…:

Pumpkin spice

Our classroom could always use more…:

Stickers

My family and pets…:

My 2 dogs Ruby and Thor

Favorite drink:

Coke Zero, Sugar Free Tea

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon, Hobby Lobby

Favorite restaurant(s):

Mi Lupita, Chick Fil A, Smoothie King

Birthday:

September 14th

For fun, I…:

exercise, travel, hike, spend time with family and get nails done

These are a few of my favorite things…:

mani/pedi's, nice water bottles, mio water flavoring, Sugar free mints, healthy snacks, nice spiral notebooks

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Nuts

I am not a big fan of…:

Scented lotions

Our classroom could always use more…:

B&BW Hand Sanitizer, Paper Mate Flair Pens/Markers

My family and pets…:

Gavin-8th Grade, Gracelyn-3rd Grade, Cali-our 2-year-old morkie

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/209FZB3S8ABJW?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Starbucks coffee, Root Beer, Water

Favorite color:

Sage Green

Favorite store(s):

Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Home Goods, Novel Neighbor

Favorite restaurant(s):

Taco Buddha , Chick Fil A

Birthday:

September 17th

For fun, I…:

read, crafts and spend time with my daughters, shopping

These are a few of my favorite things…:

sour cherry or regular cherry jelly bellys, holiday shaped reeces peanut butter cups (trees, pumpkins, hearts)

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Smelly lotions and soaps

I am not a big fan of…:

coffee mugs

Our classroom could always use more…:

thin dry erase markers, eraser toppers for pencils, pencil grips, playdoh

My family and pets…:

Husband and two daughters (4th and 6th grades)

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2LCZA3TXH6R1G?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke and Vanilla Latte

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Katie's Pizza, Circle 7, Chick Fil A

Birthday:

April 7th

For fun, I…:

spend time with my family, exercise and travel

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Peanut Butter M&Ms and Skinny Pop

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Gluten allergy

I am not a big fan of…:

Things with gluten

Our classroom could always use more…:

Expo markers

My family and pets…:

My husband, Brandon and kids Lucy and Sadie and dogs Harvey and Millie

Favorite drink:

Starbucks, sparkling water and Diet Dr Pepper

Favorite color:

Blue, purple

Favorite store(s):

Target, Barnes and Noble, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Jimmy John's, Katie's and UKraft

Birthday:

August 9th

For fun, I…:

love to read, walk my dog and travel

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Sweedish fish, Nerd Clusters, Pretzels, Books, Popcorn, Pens

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Olives

I am not a big fan of…:

Clutter

Our classroom could always use more…:

Books, crafts/supplies

My family and pets…:

My husband and my dog, Nola

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1L2Z37W7GZXME?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Unsweet Iced Tea

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Target and Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Culvers, Joey B's and any Mexican Restaurant

Birthday:

January 25th

For fun, I…:

Read, camp in our RV and go to my kids sporting events

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Anything Peanut Butter and Chocolate, Gummy Bears

Food allergies and dislikes…:

none

I am not a big fan of…:

Strong smells

Our classroom could always use more…:

books for the classroom library

My family and pets…:

Husband (Derek), daughter Molly (6th grade) , son Henry (4th grade)

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/L82TL8HACYI0?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Sparkling waters & Caramel Lattes (warm)

Favorite color:

Navy, gold, purple, black/white

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon, Athleta

Favorite restaurant(s):

Circle 7, Mia Sorella, Katie's, Chick Fil A

Birthday:

February 8th

For fun, I…:

enjoy going to sporting events with my boys, shopping and exercise

These are a few of my favorite things…:

going to new restaurants, shopping, outdoor activities, Mizzou/Cardinals  

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

I am not a big fan of…:

Scented lotions/candles

Our classroom could always use more…:

Indoor recess games

My family and pets…:

Husband - Ryan, 3 boys - Eli,  Leo and  Brooks

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2SOMCTIOEMMY5?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Water, Iced Coffee Drinks, Gatorade Zero

Favorite color:

Red or Blue

Favorite store(s):

Athleta, Nike

Favorite restaurant(s):

UKraft, Circle 7, The Shack

Birthday:

November 28th

For fun, I…:

play board games, puzzles, read

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Cardinals, Blues, Mizzou, spending time with family

Food allergies and dislikes…:

I'm a vegetarian

I am not a big fan of…:

KU or the Cubs

Our classroom could always use more…:

indoor recess games and activities

My family and pets…:

Two Sons-Theo and Parker and husband David

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3F21LSUH3GE1D?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Diet Pepsi

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Kohls, Bass Pro

Favorite restaurant(s):

Mexican

Birthday:

February 22nd

For fun, I…:

Hike, camp, collect crystal rocks, listen to music

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Music and crystals

Food allergies and dislikes…:

none

I am not a big fan of…:

Candy

Favorite drink:

Unsweet Tea

Favorite color:

Purple, Turquoise, Yellow

Favorite store(s):

Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Lazy River, Sesame, Joey B's

Birthday:

March 11th

For fun, I…:

read, sing, play games (board games/cards) with family

These are a few of my favorite things…:

my kids, sloths, puzzles/games, Friends (the show-and real people) 

Food allergies and dislikes…:

caramel, nuts, coconut (no allergies)

I am not a big fan of…:

strong scents

Our classroom could always use more…:

N/A

My family and pets…:

3 kids, a dog and a guinea pig

Favorite drink:

 Acai, Blueberry, Pomegranate Vitaminwater, sweet tea (Milo’s), Coca-Cola 

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Target, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Old Navy

Favorite restaurant(s):

Sugarfire BBQ, Bandanas, Culvers, Chic-Fil-A

Birthday:

July 30th

For fun, I…:

Travel, go shopping and spend time with my friends and family

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Penguins, Christmas

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Dislike mint and chocolate, spicy food and coffee

I am not a big fan of…:

candles

Our classroom could always use more…:

Games and organization

My family and pets…:

I have a dog (cockapoo) named Zeb

Amazon Wishlist: 

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2KSBTYEUATAIO?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Dr. Pepper, Cherry Coke

Favorite color:

Green

Favorite store(s):

Target, Athleta and Home Goods

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panera, Starbucks, Chick Fil A

Birthday:

July 14th

For fun, I…:

love to travel, spend time watching my kids play sports, crafts

These are a few of my favorite things…:

dark chocolate , caramel, popcorn, Dots cinnamon sugar pretzels

Food allergies and dislikes…:

none

I am not a big fan of…:

strong smells

Our classroom could always use more…:

Lego

My family and pets…:

Husband (Mike), Daughter (Reagan), Son (Max), 2 Aussiedoodles (Birdie & Goldi)

Favorite drink:

Lemonade and Sweet Tea

Favorite color:

Purple

Favorite store(s):

Michaels, Hobby Lobby, Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Chick Fil A

Birthday:

July 31st

For fun, I…:

Read a lot!

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Books, flair pens, sharpies, note pads

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Allergies: None Prefrence: No Beef or Pork

I am not a big fan of…:

Large Crowds

Our classroom could always use more…:

Social & Emotional learning tools, toys & games.  A guided mediation lamp, SEL Books specifically for the age range of the students assigned grades 3-5. 

Favorite drink:

Cherry Coke and Iced Lattes

Favorite color:

Purple/Yellow

Favorite store(s):

Target, Dollar Tree, Hobby Lobby, Marshalls

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panera

Birthday:

June 18th

For fun, I…:

love to READ and craft

These are a few of my favorite things…:

books, school supplies, my dogs, daisies, Cardinals, Baltimore Ravens

Food allergies and dislikes…:

not a fan of mushrooms and black olives

I am not a big fan of…:

Nothing, I love anything!

Our classroom could always use more…:

fun pens (to help grade papers), anything supplies we can use for working with students

My family and pets…:

my parents, brothers, sister-in-law, 3 dogs (Jack, Daisy, and Ruby)

Favorite drink:

Diet Pepsi

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Joey B's, Rosalitas, Jimmy Johns

Birthday:

January 14th

For fun, I…:

Love to walk/run/do yoga, read,

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Family, friends, reading

Food allergies and dislikes…:

I'm a vegetarian :) and I also have Type 1 diabetes

I am not a big fan of…:

Meat and bananas

Our classroom could always use more…:

Gift cards for Amazon, any kind of PE equipment

My family and pets…:

Bob, Patrick (SEMO football), Katelyn (Long Island University Volleyball). We have a maltipoo, Rudy!

Favorite drink:

Pepsi, QT fountain Green Tea with Peach, Pure Leaf bottled tea lemon flavored, Sonic Cherry Limeade

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Target, QT, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Manee Thai, Chik fil a, Culvers, Sybergs, Chipotle, Qdoba, Sauce on the Side, UKraft, Taj Palace, St. Louis Gyro Company

Birthday:

October 28th

For fun, I…:

go shopping, play pickleball, walking, participating in races (5k, 10k, 15k, and half marathons), cook and try new recipes, hang out with my cat, hang out with friends, go to festivals, go to amusement parks, walk, relax at home, watch movies

These are a few of my favorite things…:

I collect smiley faces and angels, I love massages, facials, and getting my nails done. I love watching fireworks, looking at Christmas lights, and watching it snow. I love Twix, Doritos, Twizzlers, Cheetos, and Almond Joy.

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

I am not a big fan of…:

Black licorice, coffee, kettle corn

Our classroom could always use more…:

Puzzles, Chromebook headphones, noise canceling headphones, items for treasure box

My family and pets…:

I have an adorable cat named Riley. He is the best little guy ever!!

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2F1N6VO3LCPID?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Mini Alani, iced coffee

Favorite color:

Yellow

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panera, Starbucks, Jimmy Johns

Birthday:

November 17th

For fun, I…:

Read, Exercise, Play with my puppy (Mango)

These are a few of my favorite things…:

books, running, teaching, candy, chocolate

Food allergies and dislikes…:

None :)

I am not a big fan of…:

I like everything!

Our classroom could always use more…:

Picture Books, Indoor Recess Games, prizes (stickers, fidgets, etc) 

My family and pets…:

My puppy, Mango

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/H2Q1RFAY552Y?ref_=wl_share 

Favorite drink:

Dr. Pepper

Favorite color:

Pink or anything sparkly

Favorite store(s):

Target/ Bath and Body Works/ Michaels

Favorite restaurant(s):

Buffalo Wild Wings/ Red Lobster/ First Watch

Birthday:

August 11th

For fun, I…:

Like to make shirts using a cricut

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Candles, Food:), White Chocolate Mocha from Starbucks, Fun T-shirts

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

I am not a big fan of…:

Sweets

Our classroom could always use more…:

N/A

My family and pets…:

Husband, 2 daughters and son, and a dog named Wrinkles

Favorite drink:

Diet Dr. Pepper

Favorite color:

Teal

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Joey B's, El Maguey

Birthday:

December 2nd

For fun, I…:

Salsa dancing, Painting and trying new restaurants

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Cats, listening to music, painting

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

I am not a big fan of…:

Hazelnuts and almonds

Our classroom could always use more…:

Velcro and laminating sheets

My family and pets…:

I have 3 boys Xavier 17, Luke and Alex 13. 3 cats Kiwi, Bill and Aj

Favorite drink:

Spindrift, Lacroix, iced coffee

Favorite color:

Pink and green

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon, Marshalls, Old Navy

Favorite restaurant(s):

Sybergs, Manee Thai, Panera

Birthday:

May 21st

For fun, I…:

I love to read, go for walks, get my nails done, do something outside with my family

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Sour Patch Kids, peanut butter m&m's, white cheddar popcorn, anything Disney or Harry Potter

Food allergies and dislikes…:

I don't like anything spicy

I am not a big fan of…:

Strong smells (candles, lotions, etc.)

Our classroom could always use more…:

Sensory items, books, center activities (legos, magnatiels, art supplies, dress up)

My family and pets…:

Me, Kyle, James and Evelyn

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/1QYFTYKUY9WKL?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_TJQCGJ12TKRC5FY20E33

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke, Skinny Vanilla Latte, Sprite Cherry Limeade

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Marshalls, Home Goods, Nordstrom, Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

The Corner Pub, Bartolinos, Mia Lupita, Qdoba, Sonic, UKraft, Crushed Red 

Birthday:

November 18th

For fun, I…:

Watercolor/paint, read, workout

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Coffee, salty snacks , Wally's

Food allergies and dislikes…:

I like salty over sweet!

I am not a big fan of…:

Sweets and chocolate

Our classroom could always use more…:

Games

My family and pets…:

Kyle (husband) and Louie (french bulldog) 

Favorite drink:

Iced unsweet tea, Black Coffee, Sparkling Water

Favorite color:

Periwinkle

Favorite store(s):

N/A

Favorite restaurant(s):

Yaya's, Chick Fil A

Birthday:

October 22nd

For fun, I…:

Listen to music, attend plays, go to jazz concerts, or listen to podcasts while playing sudoku

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Dots pretzels, olives, raw/unsalted almonds, dried figs, persimmons

Food allergies and dislikes…:

No sugar or sweeteners please, no potatoes

I am not a big fan of…:

Provel cheese

Our classroom could always use more…:

Time

My family and pets…:

Old Dog, Samwise; Husband (of 25 years), Jeremy; Daughter (22 years old, nurse at SSM),  Evelyn; Son (17 years old, senior), Logan

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/31IHLB4T5PJZN?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Alani's (any kind, but pink slush is a favorite), lemonade, and diet mt. dew

Favorite color:

Orange

Favorite store(s):

Target, Marshalls, Old Navy

Favorite restaurant(s):

Olive Garden, Chick Fil A, Ukraft, Jimmy Johns

Birthday:

July 11th

For fun, I…:

Read my kindle and go for walks

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Indianapolis Colts, Cardinals, Mizzou

Food allergies and dislikes…:

No allergies, but not a fan of heavy peanut butter flavors

I am not a big fan of…:

Fuzzy socks

Our classroom could always use more…:

Math Games / Soft start items (building/STEM stuff)

My family and pets…:

A cat named Linguine

Amazon wishlist: 

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/WGNGJETRESB9?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Sweet Tea, Iced Coffee

Favorite color:

Purple/Gold

Favorite store(s):

Golf Galaxy

Favorite restaurant(s):

Canes, Corner Pub and Joey B's

Birthday:

September 10th

For fun, I…:

Love to hang out with my family, watch sports, and play as much golf as possible.

These are a few of my favorite things…:

LSU, Cardinals, New Orleans Saints, Brentford Bees, St. Louis Blues

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Tomatoes - dislike

I am not a big fan of…:

Rainy Days

Our classroom could always use more…:

Tissues toward the end of the year, Indoor Recess Games, Fidgets

My family and pets…:

Wife- Torey, Son- Brooks, Daughter- Beverly

Favorite drink:

Low fat vanilla lattes (hot or cold), Unsweet Iced Tea, Celsius, Sugar free Crystal lite squeezers- raspberry, Strawberry Lemonade, any flavor really….vanilla or mocha latte,

Favorite color:

Red. Hot pink. Teal. (But not altogether:)

Favorite store(s):

Amazon. Ulta. Bath and Body Works

Favorite restaurant(s):

Imos, Clancy's, Massas, Chic Fil A, Lion's Choice, El Maguey .

Birthday:

Sept 16th

For fun, I like…

enjoy spending time outdoors with my kids, shopping:), baking, going to sporting events-Blue's games, Concerts, Main Event, Top Golf, Dave and Busters

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Scooters Lattes, Lip glosses/chapsticks, Candles, Hats, Fun pens, Bracelets/Earrings, Lotions

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Cats

I am not a big fan of…:

Love everything!

Our classroom could always use more…:

Prizes for our treasure chest (our reward system), some snacks for those who forget, wires headphones, playdough 

My family and pets…:

Daughter Rylee and son Cade

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AJZNIGL47I22?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Iced coffee - vanilla

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Farotto's

Birthday:

February 17th

For fun, I…:

Cardinal's games, read, work out

These are a few of my favorite things…:

flowers, working out, sports, reading

Food allergies and dislikes…:

coconut, fake lavender smell

I am not a big fan of…:

coffee mugs, cups, ornaments

Our classroom could always use more…:

decodable books

My family and pets…:

Husband, Mike, twin daughters, Alli and Abby

Favorite drink: 

Alani, Unsweet tea, vitamin water, cold brew

Favorite color: 

Blue and green

Favorite store(s): 

Target, Bath and Body Works, Home decor stores

Favorite restaurant(s): 

La Catrina, any Italian

Birthday: 

October 17th

For fun, I…: 

Read, hang with friends, dogs, movie nights, travel

These are a few of my favorite things…: 

Fruity/chewy candy, books, candles, dogs/animals

Food allergies and dislikes…: 

I'm a vegetarian

I am not a big fan of…: 

Overly sweet smells

Our classroom could always use more…: 

Fidgets, craft supplies

My family and pets…: 

Dog- Eva and usually a foster 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2V4PN1V0T46K?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink: 

Iced Vanilla Latte or Alani Nu Energy Drink or Dr. Pepper 

Favorite color: 

pink

Favorite store(s): 

TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, Target, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s): 

Crazy Bowls and Wraps, Chick Fil A, Circle 7, Texas Roadhouse

Birthday: 

August 24th

For fun, I…: 

hangout with my friends and family, go to stl blues games, travel, cross stitch, embroider, crafts in general 

These are a few of my favorite things…: 

My animals, STL blues, sour candy, my family, fun markers

Food allergies and dislikes…: 

No allergies! I like almost everything!!

I am not a big fan of…: 

chocolate 

Our classroom could always use more…: 

fun pens, fun pencils, anything little trinket-y/fidget-like for our prize bin! 

My family and pets…: 

Alex (fiancé), Max (dog), Beanie (cat), Morgan and Macy (sisters)

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2JDFN661SHF3X?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink: 

Cherry RC, Cherry coke, water, lemonade 

Favorite color: 

Blue

Favorite store(s): 

n/a

Favorite restaurant(s): 

Mi Lupita, Mellow Mushroom, Culvers

Birthday: 

June 11th

For fun, I…: 

rest! read and watch old tv shows

These are a few of my favorite things…: 

doctor who, bob's burgers, king of the hill, cats and my kids

Food allergies and dislikes…: 

No MSG, no Splenda

I am not a big fan of…: 

Raspberries

Our classroom could always use more…: 

Dolls

My family and pets…: 

summer, 17; alissa 16, miranda 13 and many many cats

Favorite drink: 

Coffee, Body Armour 

Favorite color: 

Blue, Teal, Burgandy

Favorite store(s): 

Target, TJ Maxx

Favorite restaurant(s): 

Chick Fil A, Starbucks

Birthday: 

July 25th

For fun, I…: 

Cook, bake, fish, hike

These are a few of my favorite things…: 

coffee, movies, chocolate

Food allergies and dislikes…: 

N/A

I am not a big fan of…: 

N/A

Our classroom could always use more…: 

Pencils

My family and pets…: 

Husband and a dog

Favorite drink: 

Fanta

Favorite color: 

Teal, Mint

Favorite store(s): 

Target

Favorite restaurant(s): 

Circle 7, Taco Bell

Birthday: 

December 22nd

For fun, I…: 

Travel, sports

These are a few of my favorite things…: 

Reese's PB Cups, Sour Patch Kids

Food allergies and dislikes…: 

N/A

I am not a big fan of…: 

N/A

Our classroom could always use more…: 

Calming tools

My family and pets…: 

Husband and 2 boys

Favorite drink:

Pepsi

Favorite color:

Red/Gray

Favorite store(s):

Ulta, Amazon, Marshalls, Macys

Favorite restaurant(s):

Any restaurant

Birthday:

August 26th

For fun, I…:

love to go to Table rock lake, read, walk my dog

These are a few of my favorite things…:

love to shop and bake

Food allergies and dislikes…:

No coffee

I am not a big fan of…:

spicy food, coffee, cats

Our classroom could always use more…:

Games, puzzles, toys

My family and pets…:

My husband, two adult sons and one dog

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/owner-view/M0MYL0ADMXN4?ref_=list_d_gl_lfu_nav

Favorite drink:

Unsweetened Iced Tea, Chai Tea Lattes, and LaCroix

Favorite color:

Teal

Favorite store(s):

There She Goes, The Loft, Target, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Circle 7, Deweys Pizza, Mike Duffy's, Billy G's (basically anything in Kirkwood!)

Birthday:

December 23rd

For fun, I…:

Run, take pictures, read

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Dove dark chocolate, Utz Honey Wheat Pretzels, Kodiak granola bars

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

I am not a big fan of…:

N/A

Our classroom could always use more…:

Glade Plug In Scents, Expo markers

My family and pets…:

Sean, Scott (10), Reagan (8), Morgan (6), Bertschy (Bernese Mountain Dog - 2)

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/owner-view/17GHGOBR77IHG?ref_=list_d_gl_lfu_nav

Favorite drink:

Coffee

Favorite color:

Blue and red

Favorite store(s):

Walmart

Favorite restaurant(s):

Signature

Birthday:

May 7h

For fun, I…:

Watch TV

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Hair design

Food allergies and dislikes…:

None

I am not a big fan of…:

N/A

Our classroom could always use more…:

Kitchen decorations

My family and pets…:

Cat

Favorite drink:

Cold brew, Diet Dr Pepper

Favorite color:

Blue and Yellow

Favorite store(s):

Trader Joes, Target, Novel Neighbor

Favorite restaurant(s):

Chick Fil A, Sonic, Rosalita's, Circle 7

Birthday:

October 25th

For fun, I…:

Read, run, workout, travel, go to Chiefs games

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Pumpkin anything, Nacho Cheese Bugles, Cap Cod Kettle Chips, Red Licorice, Larabars, KC chiefs

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Caramel, Big Red

I am not a big fan of…:

Caramel, Big Red

Our classroom could always use more…:

Flair pens, fun erasers, pencils without erasers (for testing)

My family and pets…:

Austin, husband; Moose and Wylie, two black labs

Favorite drink:

Diet Dr Pepper

Favorite color:

Green

Favorite store(s):

Lids, Bass Pro, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Penn Station, Texas Roadhouse

Birthday:

October 14th

For fun, I…:

Play sports, lift, drive

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Ohio State football, Cincinnati Bengals

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

I am not a big fan of…:

N/A

Our classroom could always use more…:

XL gloves, tissues, Fidgets, Sensory manipulatives

My family and pets…:

N/A

Favorite drink:

Iced Latte

Favorite color:

Yellow

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panera

Birthday:

November

For fun, I…:

like trail walking

These are a few of my favorite things…:

cats and fuzzy socks

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Onions

I am not a big fan of…:

Red

Our classroom could always use more…:

Velcro and laminating sheets

My family and pets…:

Cats and teenagers

Favorite drink:

Ollipop Strawberry Vanilla or Grape, Blue Powerade

Favorite color:

Emerald Green

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon, Home Goods, Novel Neighbor

Favorite restaurant(s):

Chipotle, Jimmy Johns, Billy G's, Biggie's

Birthday:

September 24th

For fun, I…:

Read, walk, crochet, spend time with family and friends

These are a few of my favorite things…:

books, movies, Taylor Swift, my dog

Food allergies and dislikes…:

please no chocolate or coffee

I am not a big fan of…:

Cups, water bottles

Our classroom could always use more…:

books, stickers, fun markers/pens

My family and pets…:

Husband- Franklin, Dog- Zoey

Amazon wishlislt:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/310XOWJP2PDZ8/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_3

Favorite drink:

Coffee, poppi, or wild cherry pepsi

Favorite color:

Lavendar

Favorite store(s):

Target, Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Joey B's, Bread Co, Starbucks

Birthday:

April 8th

For fun, I…:

Like to hike, play games, read, hang out with my dogs.

These are a few of my favorite things…:

My dogs, coffee, books, purple(bag) skittles, cheese it’s, chocolate.

Food allergies and dislikes…:

I don’t like peanut butter, and I don’t eat meat.

I am not a big fan of…:

meat

Our classroom could always use more…:

Fidgets, tissues, pens

My family and pets…:

I have three dogs. Two Chiweenies (Charley and Ernie) and a collie/whippet mix (Katy)

Favorite drink:

Vanilla Lattes

Favorite color:

Teal

Favorite store(s):

Amazon, Athleta, Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

The Shack, UKraft, Circle 7, Jimmy Johns

Birthday:

October 2nd

For fun, I…:

like to be outdoors with my family, hiking, biking, exercising in some way. We have fun watching and attending STL sporting events too!

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Sports, exercising, drinking coffee, shopping 

Food allergies and dislikes…:

None

I am not a big fan of…:

Too much sugar

Our classroom could always use more…:

Soft start activities

My family and pets…:

Husband -Jake, son-Drake-8, son- JJ-5, son Sam-2, no pets

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/8H1WNF5TMRLX?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke

Favorite color:

Yellow

Favorite store(s):

Amazon

Favorite restaurant(s):

Joey B's

Birthday:

November 9th

For fun, I…:

go boating, watch kid activities

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Getting nails done (Veda)

Food allergies and dislikes…:

None

I am not a big fan of…:

Candles

Our classroom could always use more…:

Art/Craft supplies

My family and pets…:

Husband: Brian, Daughters: Ellyana (9), Annalyse (7), Jocelyn (4), Dog: Cooper

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1GHCNDVLCWT6B?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Diet Mountain Dew

Favorite color:

Green

Favorite store(s):

Target, QT

Favorite restaurant(s):

El Nopal, QT, Canes

Birthday:

August 22nd

For fun, I…:

Like to watch sports

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Mizzou, Cubs, being with family

Food allergies and dislikes…:

NA

I am not a big fan of…:

NA

Our classroom could always use more…:

Gator skin balls

My family and pets…:

Wife Dana, sons Ryan and Tyler. 2 cats-Obi and Solo

Favorite drink:

Dr. Pepper

Favorite color:

Pink of course!

Favorite store(s):

Amazon, Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Sonic, Panera

Birthday:

November 8th

For fun, I…:

hangout with my baby girl, Emerson (16 months old)!

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Sour Punch Straws, Airhead Extremes, Chocolate with Sea Salt

Food allergies and dislikes…:

I don't love peanut butter or candy with nuts

I am not a big fan of…:

Plain chocolate (unless it has sea salt yummy)

Our classroom could always use more…:

Desk pets and stickers

My family and pets…:

My husband, Ryan, baby girl Emerson (16 months old), and kitty cat Oscar!

Amazon wishlist:

https://a.co/1frZqF2

Favorite drink:

Coke Zero or Dr. Pepper Zero

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Target,

Favorite restaurant(s):

Texas Roadhouse, Chick Fil A

Birthday:

February 3rd

For fun, I…:

Read and travel

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Peanut m&ms, Starbucks, red wine, snickers, white cheddar Cheeto puffs

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Cherries, coconut, sea salt

I am not a big fan of…:

Scented things (candles, lotions), lavendar

Our classroom could always use more…:

skinny dry erase markers, playdough, fun games, good read alouds!

My family and pets…:

4 brothers

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2UHJW5F6RAPVD?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Carrot Juice

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Olive Garden

Birthday:

Halloween

For fun, I…:

Travel

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Read books, walk

Food allergies and dislikes…:

N/A

Favorite drink:

Coffee with cream, Diet Coke, Water

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

Target, Half Price Books

Favorite restaurant(s):

Anything Mexican, Thai, UKraft

Birthday:

August 23rd

For fun, I…:

Watch sporting events, travel, read, cook and Kayak

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Chicago sports teams, books, new recipes

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Gluten free

I am not a big fan of…:

sweets

Our classroom could always use more…:

Books

My family and pets…:

Husband Barry, Kids Hannah, Gavin and Dylan, a cat and a dog

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke and Diet Mountain Dew

Favorite color:

Rainbow

Favorite store(s):

Target and Starbucks

Favorite restaurant(s):

Panera, McAlister's

Birthday:

November 8th

For fun, I…:

enjoy coloring and being with my family

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Pusheen, music, vacations

Food allergies and dislikes…:

No allergies, I appreciate anything

I am not a big fan of…:

deadlines

Our classroom could always use more…:

tissues, movement stuff, hand sanitizer

My family and pets…:

Husband David - 2 boys Clarkson and Gibson - 2 cats

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke

Favorite color:

Pink

Favorite store(s):

Target, Old Navy, Dicks

Favorite restaurant(s):

Mulligans, 54th Street, Joey B's

Birthday:

March 29th

For fun, I…:

try new restaurants, go shopping, golf

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Reality TV, sports, coffee

Food allergies and dislikes…:

No allergies, not picky!

I am not a big fan of…:

Dots candy

Our classroom could always use more…:

Fun!

My family and pets…:

Mom, Dad, 1 sister, 2 brothers. Live with my long term boyfriend! 3 dogs 

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3V5ZBS21O6VR4?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Diet Coke and Diet Dr. Pepper

Favorite color:

Aqua/Teal and Red

Favorite store(s):

Marshall’s, Amazon, Hobby Lobby, Home Goods

Favorite restaurant(s):

Mia Sorella/ any Sushi/ Katie’s Pizza

Birthday:

January 27th

For fun, I…:

Color, cook, dinner with girlfriends, wineries, play games, puzzles 

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Red Hot Riplets, Jalapeño chips, Reese anything, mini skittles

Food allergies and dislikes…:

Dislike goat cheese

I am not a big fan of…:

I like everything!

Our classroom could always use more…:

Fidgets, games, puzzles

My family and pets…:

Husband Ted, Harper (13) Hattie (9) Knox (8) , Pit/boxer mix- Navid , Yellow lab- Jett 

Favorite drink:

Unsweet Tea from Daily Bread, McAlister's, and The Flower Child

Favorite color:

Periwinkle (pink and blue)

Favorite store(s):

Athleta

Favorite restaurant(s):

The Flower Child, Daily Bread, McAlister's

Birthday:

November 20th

For fun, I…:

Enjoy dancing, playing piano, singing, and golf

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Spending time with family, going to the Muny, and the Fox

Food allergies and dislikes…:

TREE NUTS (allergy)

I am not a big fan of…:

Starbucks

Our classroom could always use more…:

Crayola Model Magic, Fiskars Safe Scissors

My family and pets…:

Kent, Johnny, Elise, and Holly (our yorkie)

Favorite drink:

Diet Pepsi

Favorite color:

purple

Favorite store(s):

Target

Favorite restaurant(s):

Crushed Red

Birthday:

February 20th

For fun, I…:

read, workout, ride my bike

These are a few of my favorite things…:

flowers, Celsius energy drinks (fuji apple pear)

Food allergies and dislikes…:

no food allergies, dislike spicy foods

I am not a big fan of…:

coffee mugs

Our classroom could always use more…:

sheet protectors

My family and pets…:

Husband, son and dog named Lucy (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel)

Amazon wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ZUY8JUQNUSEP?ref_=wl_share

Favorite drink:

Coke or Dr. Pepper or Water

Favorite color:

Blue

Favorite store(s):

At Home, Painted Tree, Michaels

Favorite restaurant(s):

Texas Roadhouse, Culvers

Birthday:

February 1

For fun, I…:

n/a

These are a few of my favorite things…:

Lip balm, candles, good pens

Food allergies and dislikes…:

peanuts

I am not a big fan of…:

fruity candy, gummy candy, anything flavored orange

Our classroom could always use more…:

snacks

My family and pets…:

Eric (partner), Lucas (son), Grayson (cat)