FamilyWise
Julie Lee currently serves as a Family Specialist at FamilyWise, beginning in November 2023. Prior to this role, Julie worked as a Lead Preschool Teacher at Hallie Q. Brown Community Center from June to October 2023 and completed a School Social Work Internship at Anoka-Hennepin School District earlier in 2023. With prior experience as a Project Development Specialist and Academic Community Strategist at St. Catherine University's Abigail McCarthy Quigley Center for Women, as well as extensive caregiving experience with children through roles as a nanny with Care.com, Julie has developed strong skills in education, social work, and child care. Additionally, Julie has completed several internships focused on social work within various school settings, demonstrating a commitment to supporting children and families. Julie holds a degree from St. Catherine University, completed between 2019 and 2023, and graduated from Champlin Park High School in 2019.
FamilyWise
FamilyWise is a nonprofit organization that has been committed to ending cycles of family violence and keeping children safe since 1976. Our mission is to strengthen families by promoting the safety, stability and well-being of children since 1976. Smart parenting starts here. We know that great parents aren’t born, they’re taught. That’s why parent education and coaching is a part of everything we do. Giving parents of all ages and backgrounds the tools to be effective parents and positive role models improves children’s chances for a better future. Kids don’t come with instructions. First Step Early Childhood Education Center is an affordable, amazing childcare center that is nationally accredited and open to any child from 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Every child deserves to grow up in a safe and loving home. We reunify children with their parents, when it is safe and possible. We do this by providing skills, coaching and a neutral place for families to come together during difficult child custody situations.