Mrs. Delia was born in Columbus, Ohio, but grew up all over the country because her father was in the Air Force. She is one of eight children and being raised Catholic and receiving a Catholic education has truly shaped who she is today. Mrs. Delia is entering her 15th year of teaching! She graduated from Alvernia University with a Bachelors in Elementary Education and after obtained her ESL and middle school English certifications. Mrs. Delia has taught a variety of grades from PreK4-6th grade with a strong interest in writing and the Writer's Workshop. Having the opportunity to teach in early childhood for the past 5 years has shown her how truly incredible it is to see the development of young authors from the very early stages of learning.