Originally from Duluth, Tracy attended the University of Denver where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology before going on to receive a Bachelor of Science in Mortuary Science from the University of Minnesota. She worked as a mortician for a number of years before choosing to become an educator. After receiving her Master's in the Art of Teaching from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Tracy taught middle and high school science for 17 years. After moving back to Minnesota, Tracy retired from teaching and joined the CEDA team in February 2025.

When Tracy is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and her 4 dogs.