Hey there! I’m Mrs. Patton your Physical Education teacher here at Cougar Ridge. This is my third year at Cougar Ridge after spending 17 years as a Physical Education Specialist in the Yelm Community Schools.

I am a graduate of the University of Massachusetts with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education/Sport Management and from Seattle Pacific University with a Master of Science degree in Physical Education/Sport Administration.

I played Lacrosse and Basketball at Massachusetts and I love to hike, climb, play tennis, run, play golf, kayak, swim, cycle and lift weights. In addition I love music, reading, cooking and playing with my dog, Daryn.

I know you will have a great time at Cougar Ridge in our physical activity program- we aim for fun and fitness!

Mrs. Patton, Mr. Patton and "Daryn" at Wilcox Pass, 8000 feet in Jasper National Park, Canada. I know those bighorn sheep are out there says Daryn!