Julia A. Tevis | |
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 1860 portrait by Charles V. Bond | |
| Born | Julia Ann Hieronymous December 5, 1799 |
| Died | April 21, 1880 (aged 80) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | teacher |
| Years active | 1819–79 |
| Known for | founding Science Hill Female Academy |
Julia A. Tevis (December 5, 1799 – April 21, 1880) was a pioneer educator of women, from Kentucky. After teaching for several years in Virginia, she founded the Science Hill Female Academy in Shelbyville and led the institution to gain a national reputation for excellence. Teaching her students math and science, rather than how to be accomplished seamstresses, Tevis prepared young women for colleges.