For her outstanding contributions as an early childhood education teacher, Julie is recognized on the Donors’ Wall of Fame by Lauren, Derek and Wade Gifford and Angie and Tim Miller of Emporia, Kansas.
Julie has been an outstanding educator for more than 35 years. During that time, she has served young students and parents in three different elementary schools. She has taught primary grade levels for USD 437 Auburn-Washburn and USD 501 Topeka Public Schools plus 2 years at the pre-school level in Topeka, Kansas.
Julie loves connecting and building relationships with students and families that are meaningful and positive. She believes all students and families deserve to go to a school where they feel welcomed, supported and respected.