Shalene brings 25+ years of experience as an Early Childhood Educator. She holds an AAS in Video Production, from the Art Institute of Dallas. Currently she is working on a BAS in Early Childhood Education and Teaching from Dallas College. She also has 25+years of Ministry experience working with children, families, and the community. This incredibly gratifying work included community events, back-to-school drives, summer camps, as well as parent support and education.

Shalene has taught STEM, General Education, and Music and Movement Education and equally enjoy and excel at all 3. She is a licensed and certified MusikGarten Teacher from birth to age 8 and beginner piano. She can usually be found with her teen children, dog, and bird working on puzzles or games. She also is an avid trivia fan and always wins Trivial Pursuit, especially Star Wars Trivial Pursuit.