Ms. Berry was born in Sedro Woolley, Washington and grew up in Eugene, Oregon. She graduated from South Eugene High School. She received her Bachelor’s Of Science degree from the University of Oregon. Later, she earned her Master’s degree from Oregon State University. Ms. Berry holds a K-8 teaching certificate as well as health and home economics teaching endorsements.

Ms. Berry began her teaching career as a substitute teacher in 1991. She was hired to teach at Monroe Middle School in 1994. During her time at Monroe, she has taught math, seventh grade block, home economics, enrichment and Read Right.

Ms. Berry is married and has three grown children and one grandson. Her favorite pastime activities are playing with her grandson, reading, gardening, sewing and spending time with friends and family.