Staff Spotlight: Julie Dansky - admin. assistant for Athletics & Activities and Communications

June 6, 2025

Every week, we shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! This week, meet Julie Dansky, administrative assistant for LPS Athletics & Activities and Communications.

“Julie Dansky does it all! From helping school athletic and activities offices navigate budgets and accounts, to helping community organizations get their flyers approved for distribution in take home folders, to signing in community members for public comment at Board of Education meetings, and keeping two directors of very busy departments organized, there isn't anything Julie isn't willing and able to do! She comes to work every single day willing to jump in and tackle any task that comes her way and finds efficiencies to get things done quickly. LPS is lucky to have Julie Dansky championing public education!” - Mindy Burbach, executive director of communications

How long have you worked for LPS?
Eight and a half years.

What inspired you to become part of the education field at LPS?
Education-based athletics has always been a passion of mine as I was a physical education major. It was a bonus that I get to work with communications also.

What has been your favorite part of working here? What aspect of your job do you find most rewarding?
Of course, the people I work with, but also being involved with athletic events and getting to know the student athletes at all schools.

Did you attend LPS as a student? If so, which school(s)? If not, where are you from?
I am a graduate of Malcolm Public Schools, about 10 miles northwest of downtown Lincoln.

What path did you take after completing your formal education?
I graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Science in education. Then I worked in the banking and financial industry post-college with a five-year break to raise my kids until they started school.

What do you enjoy most about the Lincoln community?
Small town vibe that is filled with honest, caring and friendly people.

What is your favorite childhood book or a book that has influenced your life positively?
“Life is Just What You Make It: My Story So Far” by Donny Osmond. 

Share a shout out to a former teacher who impacted your life.
Jack Tarr and Jack Handa, who were my volleyball and basketball coaches, respectively. We lost Mr. Handa a few years ago, but Mr. Tarr and I are still good friends and see each other quite often at athletic events.

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