Leslie graduated from the University of Houston with a bachelor’s degree in English literature. She taught high school English, drama, and sociology in Houston and Chicago before joining the NW team. Learn more about her below!

My favorite author is… Hemingway because the simplicity of his prose appeals to the imagination of his reader.

When I was a student, I wish I had known… that education is an investment. Aristotle said it best: “The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.”

My favorite subject in school… is English!!! How can anyone not love a subject that deals with exclamation points and rhetorical questions?

What sets Nurturing Wisdom apart is… our curriculum; it has the depth and scope to cater to specific needs, as do our tutors, who are expertly matched with each student.

Julie graduated from DePauw University with a bachelor’s degree in English and film studies. She taught middle school and high school English and history in Chicago before joining the NW team. Learn more about her below!

My favorite subject in school… was English because I always loved to read and write, and I appreciated being introduced to new genres and authors. I then went on to teach middle school and high school English for seven years.

I loved DePauw University because… it was small and allowed me to get to know my professors really well. It also was a place where you had the freedom to create your own clubs, activities, and more – that’s how I started DePauw’s film club and student film festival!

On a day off, you’ll find me… at the movies!

What sets Nurturing Wisdom apart is… the collaboration! I love working with such a supportive and knowledgeable team that can always help me problem solve.