Columbine Hills Elementary School

Jeffco Public Schools

Ms. Brenda Johanson

303-982-5491
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Hi! My name is Brenda Johanson, AKA Ms. J, and I am one of the 2nd grade teachers at CHE. This is my 17th year in the classroom and my 11th year at CHE. This will be my 3rd year teaching 2nd grade. I previously taught 1st grade at CHE and Kindergarten when I lived in Wasilla, Alaska. I graduated from Alaska Pacific University in 2004. When I am not in the classroom I love being outdoors, hiking, camping, paddle boarding, reading, and spending time with my daughter. 

Mrs. Holly Welty

303-982-
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Hi, my name is Holly Welty and I am so excited to join CHE! This will be my 12th year in Jeffco where I have taught Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade. My goal is to help your child make growth academically, and more importantly, develop independence, curiosity, and a love for learning! 
I received my Bachelor’s degree in History and Elementary Certification from the University of Colorado at Boulder, the English as a Second Language (ESL) qualification from Jeffco, and my Master's in literacy instruction from Regis University. 
When I am not teaching, I love to spend time with my husband, Marc, and two boys, Connor and Jake. We love to go swimming, work in our garden, and play board games. We also have two sweet dogs, Murphy and Poppy, and a cat named after our favorite Denver Nuggets player, Chauncey. 
I look forward to a great year of learning with you and your child!