Heidi brings years of experience as an educator, parent, writer, and elected official to her role as an 11th grade AP English, English and US History teacher at American Heritage School. With a master’s degree in English from Brigham Young University, a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Utah, and a certificate from the Conflict Resolution Graduate Certificate Program at the University of Utah, Heidi has spent the last five years teaching English and writing courses at the BYU Salt Lake Center. Heidi has raised six children, and she knows firsthand the challenges that children and youth face as they grow up. She served as an appointed and elected official in Brigham City, and knows the importance of understanding history in government and policy-making. She also gained an appreciation for the private and public role that loving parents and nurturing teachers play in building strong communities.