With over 35 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, Beth brings expertise in early care and learning, program administration, professional development, indoor and outdoor design, and consultation. Beth received her undergraduate degree in art and design from Old Dominion University in Norfolk Virginia and her master's in early childhood education from the University of North Texas in Denton.

As a dedicated play advocate, child development expert and environments designer, Beth is passionate about best practice, reimagining early childhood education, connecting children to nature and designing unique outdoor learning environments that spark curiosity and engagement with the natural world. She is a Texas registered trainer, Texas child care health consultant and an NLI/Texas Tech registered OLE! playground designer. She is an active member of the International Play Association, NAEYC and Texas AEYC, in addition she serves as leadership for the non-profit Out to Play.

Beth believes in the protecting and preserving childhood as a time for self-discovery, joy and wonder as children learn about the world around them.She looks forward to partnering with Texas ECE professionals in reimagining outdoor learning through the Outdoor Learning Environments Early Childhood Education Network and TCiNN.