Project Description
Michael Atkins, Fellow
Stedman Elementary
Denver, CO
Michael Atkins is the proud Principal of Stedman Elementary in Denver, CO. Denver's prevailing students walk the same halls that carved the path which allows him to lead in Denver Public Schools (DPS) today. Michael has been part of DPS since he was four years old. His experiences as a student, custodian, paraprofessional (teacher assistant), teacher, assistant principal, and principal has given him a unique look into education. Michael uses that lens to guide his work and journey today. Michael leads to ensure the students under his care have a different experience than he did. Michael leads to grab educators by the hand and walk with them step-by-step and side-by-side on a journey of intercultural development to ensure ALL students can interact with our diverse world differently. He wants to be the sweeping change our communities need in this world.
Adrienne Lopez, Ally
Assistant Principal
Stedman Elementary
Denver, CO
Adrienne Lopez has worked as a public educator in both New York City and Denver for over 18 years with experience as a classroom teacher, interventionist, Dean and Assistant Principal. She holds a Literacy Specialist degree from Columbia University's Teachers College and a School Leadership degree from the University of Denver. Adrienne loves exploring Colorado and the outdoors with her family through skiing, hiking, camping and biking.