U.S. Army 1980-2002. Cold War/Desert Storm/Global War on Terrorism veteran (101st Airborne Division NonCommissioned Officer of the Year); Mile High Teacher/Coca Cola Teacher of Excellence/Boettcher Foundation Teacher of Excellence/DPS Southwest Area Most Impactful Teacher. Married (Denise) with 3 kids (2 daughters/1 son) and I have 9 grandchildren. I love scuba diving, and guitar. My ultimate goal is to eliminate all school violence. It is my passion.