Elementary School Faculty

List of 7 items.

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  Stephanie Simkins

  Kindergarten Teacher
  svaughnsimkins@bouldercountryday.org
  
  University of Colorado at Boulder
  B.A. History
  B.A. Anthropology
  University of Colorado Denver
  M.A. Educational Psychology
  
  
  Bio
  Prior to joining the BCD community, I spent 5 years teaching preschool  through 2nd grade in the Boulder area.  I also spent some time working in a law firm with an emphasis in educational law. I am a Boulder native, and it should come as no surprise that I love to be in the mountains and play outside. You can also find me curled up with a good book or enjoying the company of my friends and family.
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  Randie Wirt

  Kindergarten Teacher
  Athletics Coach
  Athletic Director
  rwirt@bouldercountryday.org
  
  University of Colorado at Boulder
  B.S. Psychology
  University of Colorado at Denver
  M.A. Early Childhood Education
  Bio
  Prior to teaching at BCD, I played professional basketball in Europe and coached collegiate basketball at Colorado State University.  One of my all-time favorite things to do is play basketball. I was fortunate enough to play collegiate basketball at the University of Colorado, and love to pass on my passion for the game to younger players.
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  Emily Kern

  Teacher Candidate
  
  
  Bio
  Prior to starting my teaching career at BCD, I worked as a Forest Service Ranger in the John Muir Wilderness. I moved to Boulder shortly after and worked as a climbing coach for children. In my free time I enjoy climbing, skiing, and anything that gets me outside.  
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  Holly Lerner

  First Grade Teacher
  hlerner@bouldercountryday.org
  
  Wheaton College 
  B.A. Sociology (Minor in Early Education)
  Pepperdine
  M.Ed. Elementary Education
  
  Photo coming soon...
  Bio
  I have been teaching for over 16 years in both independent and public schools from California to Colorado. I live in Niwot with my husband and three children. My husband and and I spend quite a bit of our free time watching our kids play sports. Asa  family, we love to hike. walk our two golden retrievers, travel , and go the movies.
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  Kristen Nelson

  First Grade Teacher
  knelson@bouldercountryday.org
  
  Luther College
  B.A. Elementary Education
  Regis University
  M.Ed. Reading
  Bio
  In my free time I enjoy running and training for half marathons, reading a good book while drinking coffee, laughing with my family, and practicing my cooking skills. I am enthusiastic and passionate about learning something new and growing with my students each day.
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  Kim Woodring

  Second Grade Teacher
  kwoodring@bouldercountryday.org
  
  University of Toledo
  B.A. - in Elementary Education
  Bio
  My favorite things about living in Boulder are the people, sunshine, and mountains. Prior to teaching at BCD, I taught first grade at Harding Academy in Nashville, Tennessee for six years. Before that I taught in North Ridgeville City Schools in Ohio for five years. When I am not teaching, you can most likely find me spending time outside with my family. I enjoy hiking, exploring, and anything to do with water.
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  Jessica Brandon

  Second Grade Teacher
  jbrandon@bouldercountryday.org
  
  Metropolitan State University
  

  BA - Human Development and Early Childhood Education 
  University of Colorado, Denver

  MA and Endorsement in Special Education
  Bio
  I taught Kindergarten for three years at Roxborough Primary, an IB Elementary School in Littleton, Colorado.  My other teaching experience includes over ten years of working for different Kindergarten Enrichment classrooms, teaching internships, and day camp programs.  I am proud to be a Colorado native and enjoy spending my time outdoors with my husband and family.  My hobbies include tennis, hiking, and trying new recipes.