Who's Who 2011: Julia Unnerstall

Unnerstall is involved with the Cape Schools Foundation Board, Junior Achievement Board, Cape Girardeau Historical Association, Southeast Missouri Hospital Association, Daughters of the American Revolution, Cape Central Boosters, Cape Central Football Mom's Club, and St. Vincent's Church. She works as a counselor at Alma Schrader Elementary School, where she has been instrumental in promoting the democratic process. Julia was recognized by the American Legion as an Educator of the Year for her efforts in promoting patriotism in our youth. Unnerstall and the Alma Schrader Character Council were recognized by THRIVE for efforts in promoting peer mentoring and a developing a recycling program within the school. Her work with the Character Council was recognized in October 2010 in San Francisco, at a convention of the National Character Education Foundation.

"The community improvement I would most like to see in the next five years involves continued growth opportunities centered around those we have recently witnessed. City leaders and citizens alike have wonderfully demonstrated their commitment toward the increase of quality services, programs and opportunities for all ages. Continued development that involves learning and looking toward the future, as well as embracing our city's past, is my hope. The River Campus, Discovery Playhouse and enhancement of our public schools all serve as fine examples from which to grow. As the old adage goes, schools are only as strong as their community, and a community is only as strong as its schools. What a great time to live in Cape Girardeau!"