Mrs. Denton was born and raised in Gaston County and graduated from Hunter Huss High School.  She attended Appalachian State University and earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Middle Grades Education with concentrations in language arts and social sciences.  She also received a Master of Arts in Administration from Gardner-Webb University.  Mrs. Denton was a middle school teacher for 16 years and was also the Dean of Students at Holbrook Middle School for 4 years, and an Assistant Principal at South Point High School for 4 years. She enjoys beach trips, baseball, Appalachian football, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.  She resides in Gastonia with her husband of 22 years and her 3 children.