Mrs. Julie Thompson is retiring from South Windsor High School after 38 years of teaching. She will be missed as an inspiring educator and wonderful mathematics teacher by South Windsor High School’s staff and students.
Thompson has taught at South Windsor High School for 23 years. This year, she taught geometry and calculus. Though she has been loved at SWHS for a long time, it isn’t a surprise she was loved by other districts as well, teaching at Manchester High School for 15 years prior to coming to SWHS.
“When I was a student at SWHS, I took a child development class and discovered how much I loved working with the children,” Thompson said.
Thompson has always had a passion for teaching and mathematics. That’s why she makes such a lovable teacher, and her enthusiasm is contagious. She always takes time to make sure students feel seen, heard and supported.
“In college, I majored in math and one of my professors took me aside and recommended that I think about becoming a math teacher since I enjoyed tutoring the subject so much,” Thompson said. “Here I am 38 years later!”
Thompson has many plans after her retirement. Those include traveling around the world, spending quality time with family and engaging in volunteer activities.
Even though Thompson is retiring from being an educator, education hasn’t slipped her mind. She plans to possibly do some volunteering that may be education related.
“Mrs. Thompson is such a great teacher and has been a wonderful resource for me since I joined the faculty at South Windsor High School. The math department won’t be the same without her!” math teacher Mrs. Cara Singer said.
Her proudest moments when teaching are when her students succeed, no matter how big or small the achievement.
“From the biggest successes like getting into the college they wanted, to the littlest ones such as being able to solve a challenging problem in class,” Thompson said, “for me it’s all about the growing moments that make me proud to be a teacher.”
Thompson has been an invaluable asset to the math department and SWHS community; her presence will be deeply missed. The Prowl wishes you the best of luck for what comes next!
