Springfield Wesley Alumni

Julie Watrous

Well, I've officially survived almost half a quarter of teaching fifth grade! I have a class of 24 wonderful students, who of course think I'm the coolest teacher they've ever had. :) But seriously, I have a really great class and although it is tons of work, and I don't do much but work, think about school, and sleep...it's still great. It's already very rewarding to work with these young people and I know it will even get more rewarding as time goes by. Just in case you didn't catch it on my last post, I'm living and working back home in Webb City, still commuting to Columbia every so often to see Adam...and hoping that will change before too much longer! Ashlee and I would love to hear from everyone, or have visitors any time (except school nights of course!) Email me at juliawatrous@hotmail.com!

9-14-2004

I have moved back to my hometown of Webb City, MO, where I'll be teaching fifth grade at the middle school. I should have a class of about 25 students, and I'll teach every subject but specialize in social studies. Ashlee Holmes and I have an apartment together, so we are continuing the roommate tradition. I have gotten re-involved in my home church here in WC, where I am in the process of starting a much-needed young adult fellowship group. I'm also excited to be serving on a conference-wide team to get young adults more involved in the UMC, so if anyone has a great idea please let me know! Anyway, my life for at least the next year will be pretty much revolving around school and church. But remember, we still are only about an hour away from Springfield, so visitors are welcome! The best way to reach me is at juliawatrous@hotmail.com, or my current address and phone are in the hands of the Wesley officers.

7-15-2004