Dawn has been a teacher at the elementary level for twenty years. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education at Louisiana Tech University in 1993. While teaching in Bossier Parish, Dawn served on literacy committees, district wide curriculum and writing committees, and presented writing workshops for various grade levels. Most recently, Dawn has completed the Wilson Language Certification in New York City during the summer of 2014, making her a Wilson Certified Specialist.
Dawn is a member of the International Dyslexia Association and International Reading Association.
Dawn enjoys spending time with family and friends, shopping, jogging, reading, and traveling.