Seattle Public Schools

Mallory graduated from the University of Tennessee (B.S.) and the University of Georgia (M.Ed in School Counseling). She is in her 8th year as a school counselor, and prior to West Seattle she worked at high schools in Knoxville, TN and the San Francisco Bay Area. She is trained in Yoga Calm and Mindfulness, and especially enjoys teaching high schoolers coping skills to manage stress and anxiety.

Name: Julie Seltzer

Pronouns:  She/Her

Education: Indiana University, Bachelor of Social Work, Loyola University of Chicago, Master of Social Work

How I Got Into Education: My first practicum as a social work student was in a school. I really enjoyed being part of a school team and having a larger picture of the students that I was working with.

Hobbies:  Walking, reading, movies and reality television

Email Address: julie.a.seltzer@kp.org

Name: Alfreida McKinney

Pronouns: She/Her

Education: Eastern Washington University, B.A. Children’s Studies; Seattle University, M.A.Ed. School Counseling

How I Got Into Education: Throughout middle and high school I was lucky enough to have the same school counselor. As I navigated through the school system and my adolescents, she provided me with unwavering support. Ensuring I was presented with the same opportunities as my peers. Once I graduated high school and entered into my undergraduate studies, I knew that I would be an educator.

Hobbies: Exploring with my kiddo, writing, crafting, and spending time with loved ones.

Email Address: aemckinney@seattleschools.org