Literacy & Learning (separating)

Nikki Arness is a licensed Parent Educator with an M. Ed. in Family Education from the University of Minnesota. She fell in love with ECFE during her 7 years as a participant and feels privileged to support families as a parent educator. Nikki has taught in early childhood classrooms for the past 5 years and served on the ECFE Advisory Council. She lives in Apple Valley with her husband, 2 daughters, and 2 cats. Nikki enjoys spending time in nature, singing, going to the theater, and traveling.

Julie is a licensed Early Childhood and Parent Educator with a masters in Teaching and Learning from St. Mary’s University. She has been working with families and children in the Lakeville Area School District since 1994. She enjoys working in ECFE! Julie, her husband and their cat, Petunia live in Lakeville. She has 2 adult children who live in the Twin Cities. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, crafting and cheering on the Vikings.