Laura teaches 2nd grade and vocal music at Tilden School, an independent school in Seattle. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education. Laura has become a fervent student of the science of learning, always seeking to structure her practice around evidence-based techniques. To that end, she follows numerous podcasts and blogs, eager to learn from other educators and researchers. Laura is also passionate about teaching with an emphasis on equity, inclusion, and social justice. She lives in West Seattle with her husband and three adult sons, one of whom is in school to become a teacher himself. In addition to her love of teaching, she is passionate about music, history, and family.