Department of Education Services

 Julie Murgel

406-444-3172
Chief Program Officer

Work-Related Duties:

1. Researching, analyzing, organizing, and implementing technical improvements in all areas of program areas including staff training, staff performance, policy development and data management.
2. Performing the administrative and professional duties necessary to manage and direct programs within the agency.
3. Developing policy initiatives to respond to a wide variety of complex educational reform efforts including the integration of changing federal requirements with existing state programs such as accreditation and assessment procedures.

Julie Murgel is the Chief Operating Officer for the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Julie leads the operations for the educational programs within the Student Support Services, School Improvement and Engagement, and the Teaching and Learning Departments. She uses a data-driven approach to guide her work and as a passion for innovation and cultivating leadership and empowerment in others. While supporting each program, Julie strives toward exceptional learning opportunities for all Montana students.

 Christy Mock-Stutz

406-444-5658
Assistant CPO

Christy returns to the OPI with 20+ years experience in public education. She has worked as a teacher, instructional coach, and adjunct professor in a variety of school types ranging from smaller rural schools to large urban school districts. Her work experience includes overseeing state-wide educational programs, teaching pre-service teachers at the college level, and providing professional development. In addition, she has spent time advising national organizations, such as the Smithsonian and National Endowment for the Arts, on supporting instruction in rural schools. Outside of work, Christy enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, and taking photographs.