As a long time member of Dripping Springs Methodist Church (over 24 years), Denise began her time at Pathways as a parent…to her now 22-year-old daughter, Brooke, and 20-year-old son, Wyatt.  Once her youngest started kindergarten, she started teaching at Pathways and has never looked back. 

In her 15 years at Pathways, Denise has worked in several roles, including teaching the 2-year-old class, being part of the support staff team, and in the extended day program.  Denise brings her passion for early childhood education, knowledge of developmentally-appropriate practice, business management background, and faithful devotion to the Lord to the position of Director of Pathways School. 

She and her husband, Shawn, have lived in Dripping Springs for over 24 years. They raised their two children here and also have a landscaping company together.  Denise earned her bachelor's degree in Business Administration at Texas A&M University with minors in Marketing and Management. She enjoys spending time with her family, vacationing at the beach (any beach), and visiting her kids at A&M, where they currently attend (Gig 'Em!).