Allison was inspired by her grandmother, who taught math and history for more than 30 years, to be a teacher. She always had an interest in history and thought that the best way to enjoy history would be to teach it to students. Allison’s passion for history and social studies has continued to grow as she has been a teacher, specifically in American Government and Economics. Her love of the past, culture, and politics has fueled her flame to learn more and dig deeper into these areas to better teach her students.
Allison is originally from Georgia where she taught American Government and Economics for 6 years at her local public high school. During her time at Carrollton High School, she had the opportunity to grow professionally and personally as a teacher. Her husband, Avery, was pursuing a Master of Divinity following his call to be a pastor. This eventually led to the relocation of her family to Austin where her husband is now an assistant pastor at a local church.
During this transition, Allison decided that she would like to shift her focus a little in teaching and was granted that opportunity through The Studio, where she works part time, allowing her to care for her children while also supporting her husband in full time ministry.
Allison has a deep desire to see students know and understand the importance of history and how it can impact their lives. She also has a passion to see the love of Christ abound in and through her to her students, so that they may also love and know him.
Formal education:
- Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of West Georgia
- Concentration in secondary education (grades 6-12)