'She Goes The Extra Mile': Batavia Teacher Spotlight

BATAVIA, IL — Great teachers matter. In Batavia, we're fortunate to have teachers like Julie Bergeson Allen.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

This submission comes from Lulu Harrison who nominated Julie Bergeson Allen of Batavia.

Teacher’s name

Julie Bergeson Allen

How do you know the teacher?

Longtime friend

What does this person teach?

Fifth Grade

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?

Mrs. Allen is an outstanding teacher. She creates an atmosphere of learning that is creative, challenging, and fun for all her students. She goes the extra mile to make sure all the kids know they matter. She is affectionately known as "The Chicken Lady who Loves Kazoos."

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?

We're lucky to have Mrs. Allen here in BPS 101.

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