Here at Forward Stride, Connie works as an Equine Specialist. She had been certified through EAGALA (Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association) since 2013 and is working toward completing her PATH Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning certification. Connie has owned horses her entire life. She holds an MS in Animal Science (nutrition) and an MA in Teaching. During the day she is a high school science teacher. In her spare time, Connie enjoys caring for her animals (horses, registered black Angus cattle, and Boer goats), helping others, and experiencing the natural world.