Wendy Falk is defined by passion for building strong, healthy relationships and teaching skills to support resilience in her students. Born in Oshkosh, WI, Falk has always "had a flair for writing", and an active imagination to match. Today she uses her voice as a tool to advocate for the needs of her students.
A veteran educator, Falk has taught every grade between kindergarten and graduate level college courses. She has served as a secondary level English and Journalism teacher and a school counselor at each level of education. Falk has served as a university adjunct instructor for more than a decade, and volunteers her time in activities with Special Olympics of Wisconsin. Today Falk continues to serve students as a Counselor Lead for K-12 School Counselors in her current school district in Wisconsin, as well as carrying a caseload of students in her own building. Falk and her husband, Chris, have three grown children. She enjoys reading, writing, singing and dancing, trying new recipes and watching cheesy movies.
Jen Kennedy, a Nebraska native, is all about straight talking, problem solving and getting things finished. Beginning her career in criminal justice, Kennedy eventually made her way to academia as a K-12 School Social Worker. With a Masters of Social Work from the University of Illinois, Kennedy's wide array of career experiences built as her family moved across the midwest, finally settling in Wisconsin. In recent years, Kennedy has broadened her experience to include efforts in special education and initial program development for social work. Kennedy has embraced a leadership role in the classroom by joining Lakeland University as an adjunct instructor in the Masters of Counseling program.
Kennedy and her husband, Chris, are the proud parents of two grown children. The Kennedy's are loud and proud supporters of collegiate sports (Go Huskers!) and active members in their community.
