What made you decide to leave teaching and join the police force?
I had always wanted to be a police officer when I was a little girl. My parent's were always very supportive of whatever I wanted to do in life, but others...not so much. I had a lot of other family members and friends, while they meant well, kept telling me that I was too little, too prissy and too girly. I guess, I let that get in my head and I went to college and majored in Special Ed and Elem Ed. While I LOVED teaching my babies, it was just a very monotonous job (for me). I felt like I wasn't doing what I was meant to do, and I always felt a little disappointed in myself for not following my dream. I finally decided I was going to do what I wanted and I switched careers! It wasn't an easy decision, but it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I am now one of only 2 females in a department of over 140 Deputies to have rank. I am currently a Sergeant and I love my job (most days).
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