Ms. Frannie – SAC Jr. Director
Education
I graduated in January 2009 from Edgewood College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Psychology, receiving my Elementary Education teaching license. I went back to school in 2012 at Viterbo University. I received my Early Childhood teaching license in 2014.
Experience
I started babysitting when I was 12 years old. In high school, I worked for the Mt. Horeb Recreation Department doing various jobs working with children, completing five years there. I was a nanny for a summer to two boys ages 3 and 5. In the fall of 2005, I started working for the Sauk Prairie school district’s After School Program. I was a substitute teacher for three school districts. I started at Kids Junction in August 2010 as 3-year-old class teacher. After two years, I moved to a 4K classroom for a year and then became the Curriculum Coordinator. In 2016 I took a position as Director at Kids Junction
Personal
In my free time, I enjoy crafting, scrapbooking, painting, photography, and reading. I spent most of my time with my husband, son, and daughter in the outdoors.
Ms. Trisha – Teacher Liaison
Education
I have an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education from North Central Technical College.
Experience
I have been working with children since I was in middle school. Babysitting, after school programs, youth groups, and numerous missions trips are just a few of my valued experiences in the Early Childhood Field. I have been with Kids Junction since the fall of 2006.
Personal
I grew up in a small town in Northern Wisconsin. My husband and I were married in May 2014! We enjoy anything fitness/health related, sports, and spending time with family and friends.
Ms. Megan
Education
I received my degree in Early Childhood Education/Elementary Education from Evangel University in 2013. After spending another year in Missouri, my husband and I moved to Madison, where I received my Wisconsin teaching license in 2016, certified to teach children birth to age 12.
Experience
I have worked with children in various settings since I was 17 years old, including summer camps and after school programs. I was a kindergarten aide/long-term substitute, special education aide at West Middleton Elementary, and a lead teacher at another day care center prior to starting at Kids Junction.
Person
I have been married to my husband for six years and have a sweet, vibrant son. In my spare time, I love to watch Wisconsin sports, bake, run, make frequent trips to Target, and spend time with my family.
Ms. Catherine
Education
I have a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a math emphasis from Trinity University, Deerfield, IL. I have a Master of Arts in Elementary Education from Viterbo University, La Crosse, WI.
Experience
I have educated elementary aged students for over 25 years. I have taught at Kids Junction since 2015.
Personal
I am the daughter of a teacher (my mom) and a U.S. Postal Mail Carrier (my dad), who were also grocers. I am the granddaughter of farmers and a mortician. I am the great-granddaughter of German immigrant who were farmers and craftsmen. I am the sister of two brothers and two sisters. I have two brother-in-laws and one sister-in-law. I am the aunt of 8 nephews and 5 nieces. I have 3 nephews and 6 nieces by marriage. I have 9 great-nephews and seven great-nieces. I have 1 great-nephew and 2 great-nieces by marriage. I have 2 great-great nephews and 1 great-great niece. I have one hundred plus cousins, have (still living) two aunts and two uncles from many. I am deeply thankful for, blessed by, and thoroughly enjoy family!
Ms. Michelle
Education
I have a Bachelor’s Degree from UW-Whitewater with a Pre-Kindergarten through sixth grade certification and an Urban Education Certification for Elementary through High School. I also have a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction.
Experience
I have been an Early Childhood teacher since 1994. I have taught Kindergarten in Milwaukee and Kindergarten at Chavez Elementary school in Madison. These combined experiences have contributed to my success in the early childhood field. I have the incredible opportunity to work with almost everyone here at Kids Junction. This experience has allowed me to contribute and grow with the school.
Personal
I have a wonderful family. My son, daughter, husband and I enjoy many outdoor activities together. I also enjoy cooking, reading, sports and traveling.
Ms. McKenna 
Education
I graduated in May 2016 from North Central University in Minneapolis with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Biblical Studies.
Experience
Throughout high school and college, I have had many opportunities to work in children’s church and child care facilities. In June 2016, I started working at Kids Junction teaching art, 4K, and floating in the classrooms. I currently teach 2nd grade during the school year and am thankful to be back at Kids Junction for the summer!
Personal
I love anything arts and crafts, spending time outdoors, as well as being with my friends and family.
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