Born and raised in Kalamazoo, I come from an extensive lineage of teachers. I have lived in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti area for nearly twenty years. I hold a B.F.A. in Art Education from Michigan State, an M.A. in Women and Gender Studies from Eastern Michigan, and an M.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan. I began teaching in 2011. Before coming to Wines I taught 3rd grade, 5th grade and 7th/8th grade science. I am passionate about integrating social justice, eco-justice and arts into education. 

When I am not teaching, I can be found with my spouse and toddler at the Ypsilanti Farmers Market or camping near Lake Michigan. I enjoy reading, traveling, making art, playing sports and dancing.

Email: popkeya@aaps.k12.mi.us