Shannon grew up in a small agricultural town 100 miles north of Sacramento, Orland, Ca. After attending SDSU and receiving a degree, Shannon moved to the Bay Area to get her teaching credential and master’s degree. During this time, Shannon began substitute teaching at various districts in the local area. Over the past 11 years, Shannon has taught 2nd grade, 5th grade, 6th grade, and 4th through 8th grade science.  Shannon enjoys creating hands on lessons that keep her students wondering, engaged, and excited about learning science! In her free time, Shannon enjoys spending time with her husband, Brent and son, Owen.