Siskin names Mickel as center director
Siskin Children’s Institute has promoted Early Learning Center Education Coordinator Julie Mickel to center director. A 14-year veteran of the institute, Julie began her Siskin career by providing outreach services to the community through professional and student training.
Recently, she has taken the consulting lead with several Tennessee public school systems, seeking to bring children with disabilities into an inclusive environment.
“Julie has played a key role in the ongoing success of the Early Learning Center and embodies the institute’s commitment to excellence. Her innovative thinking and vision will continue to enhance this wonderful and important program,” said John Farrimond, president and CEO of Siskin Children’s Institute.
Mickel has a bachelor’s degree in speech language pathology and a master’s degree in early childhood special education. Prior to coming to the institute, Julie taught preschool special education in Catoosa County, Ga.