2009 School of Rock teacher participant from Hilo, Hawaii. I teach 8th Grade Earth and Space Science at Hilo Intermediate School, voluntarily run an after-school Underwater Robotics Program and act as lead coordinator for the regional MATE-BIRR Underwater Robotics competition (Marine Advanced Technology Education Center - Big Island Regional ROV) with the most outstanding support from my husband and two daughters. I am really excited to attend this year's school of rock teacher workshop as I believe it will allow me to better connect and provide more current and relevant information and model for my students as I do my best to encourage and inspire them to reach their fullest potential as they plan and prepare their own life adventures.