Kelsie Coleman

Kelsie Coleman is an MPA candidate with a strong background in recreation and youth programs. Currently serving as a Recreation Specialist at Madison School & Community Recreation since September 2023, Kelsie has previously held positions including Club Director at Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County and Site Coordinator at Project Success Vermilion Co. Notable experience includes a role as Lead Head Start Teacher at East Central Community Action Agency and an Achievers Coordinator at Danville Family YMCA, where support for high school students’ college decision-making was emphasized. Kelsie's educational qualifications include a Master of Public Administration from Grand Canyon University, a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Eastern Illinois University, and an Associate of Arts and Sciences from Illinois Eastern Community Colleges-Lincoln Trail College.