Katie grew up in St. Charles, attending Gou-Jon Academy of Dance and St. Charles West High School where she danced competitively. Katie attended Southeast Missouri State University receiving her Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management. Katie coached the St. Charles West JV dance team and previously taught dance in both Missouri & Illinois. With over 20 years of dance experience, she continues to share her love of dance with all the students at SPAD, including her own daughter Allie. She is very excited to be a part of the SPAD dance family!