Amy began her music program in 2002 when she attended a three day workshop on music and children. Having a passion for music, Amy wanted to create something for the day care center that she is employed at. She began with infants and toddlers feeling that music enrichment should begin at birth. Throughout the years, Amy has created a music program for infants through kindergarten that is not like any other!

• Amy has a degree in Early Childhood Development, a CDA in infants and toddlers, plus multiple certificates in Early Childhood Education.
   
• Amy has been in the field of Early Childhood for 12 years, with the last nine years at the same center. She is now currently titled “Child Development Specialist.”
   
• Amy has taught herself through books and conferences on how to give children music enhancement for all ages. She has used trial and error through her years to help perfect her program.

• Amy has written a short story for “Legacy of Caring” about music that will be published in a collection of essays.
   
• Amy has presented at numerous conferences both local and national. These conferences include the following:
  

  - NAEYC (California and Illinois)
  - CAEYC (Chicago)
  -Infant/Toddler Conference (Des Plaines)
  -CMAEYC (Des Plaines)