10/05/2026
We are proud to award the 2026 Children's Champion Award to Mrs. Julie Edenborough!
2026 Children’s Champion
The Children's Champion is awarded annually for the person or organization that makes it possible for children and young people to be successful: leading by example, giving their time and talents, guiding and directing, extending hope, kindness, character development, and encouragement.
The first Children’s Champion was awarded in 2022 with a commitment to honor those who sometimes go unseen for their acts of advocacy. This year’s winner is known for her compassion, grit and determination in meeting people where they are and helping them see the successes in their future.
The 2026 Children’s Champion is Julie Edenborough.
Julie has been with Guymon Public Schools for over 30 years, most recently as an Assistant Superintendent. As an educator, Julie taught junior high English, Literacy Skills, and was a Reading Specialist. In 2009, she stepped into the role of Title III Director. During that time, she ensured programs, services, and opportunities were available for all students at Guymon Public Schools. She even created a program called Caring for Tigers – this program uses community donations to provide clothing, shoes, books, tuition assistance, temporary emergency housing assistance, health services, or supplies for children in need. Beyond that, our 2026 Children’s Champion worked to implement free breakfasts and lunches to each child in Guymon Public Schools, maintaining that no child should go hungry.
Many students and their families can attest to her generous and caring heart; personally stepping up to help fill needs where others may not notice them struggling. One of many stories about Julie includes helping a family that relocated to Guymon find housing when she found the family living in a small mobile home where children were sleeping in a makeshift room with blankets as walls. She also assisted the family with furniture including a recliner as the mother was expecting a baby soon. Since that day, it was apparent that Julie was someone special.
The Board of Directors and staff of Panhandle Services for Children are proud to award the 2026 Children’s Champion to Julie Edenborough.