About Julia

Love for Julia Putnam is surrounding people with all the ingredients that allow them to thrive. As a life-long Detroiter she sees that, for kids, it means showing them and letting them experience the beauty of being a productive and caring member in their community. And, importantly, discovering their passions in doing so. As a veteran Detroit teacher and scholar, she's seen the approaches that don't work in education - and is committed to delivering those that do work. In her experience, she has learned that the more a community rises up to support its youth, the more youth rise up to support their community. It's that simple - yet profound - and the platform for the new Boggs school opening in fall 2013. She is currently the organization’s Project Coordinator and will serve as Principal of the school. For more about Julia visit: http://www.boggseducationalcenter.org/project-team