Orchestra Director
I graduated from Hazelwood West High School and went on to earn my Bachelor’s degree in Music Education at Southeast Missouri State University. After teaching Suzuki violin lessons for a year and a half I continued my education at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and there earned my Master’s degree in Music Education.
Bachelor of Music Education
Master of Music Education
Suzuki Certification
This year will be my fifth year teaching Orchestra in Sikeston. This year I will be teaching not only Junior High and High School Orchestra, but also Music Appreciation offered as dual credit through Southeast Missouri State University.
Before teaching in Sikeston I taught private violin and viola lessons using mostly the Suzuki method. I lead Suzuki group classes at the Southeast Music Academy along with teaching group classes through schools in the Carbondale area.
I am married to Mr. Heithaus. I have no human children, but I do have 4 fur babies. I have two cats named Minerva and Ginny, one dog named Mozart, and a sugar glider named Charlie.
When not teaching I enjoy playing my violin and viola. I perform with both the Paducah and SEMO Symphonies. I also love to read, cook, sew, and enjoy the outdoors.
