The Team
Who We Are
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we are worker-owned and with a local and circular economic model
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you can rest calm knowing we hire local and that we spend local, reinvesting in our community needs, we understand our impact is in what we create and what we consume
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we are constantly adapting our programs through community feedback as well as developing research on pedagogy, mindfulness techniques and local emerging issues
Antwan
Co-Founder & Sports Expert
Antwan has years of experience creating dynamic programs for schools, focusing on sports and the arts. His energetic teaching style inspires children to explore new interests and confidently develop their talents. He can be found flying and sometimes falling at your local skate-park.
Maya
Co-Founder & Arts Lead
A professional theater actress with a passion for teaching, Maya has worked extensively with children in dance, theater, and singing. Her background in Montessori education informs her nurturing and student-centered methods.
Children's Creative and Performing Arts Academy, San Diego
Communication B.A. - California State University San Marcos
Sebastian
Co-Founder & Researcher
Raised in the Montessori system and holding a degree in philosophy, Sebastian is dedicated to promoting mindfulness and holistic well-being. He integrates these principles into our programs, helping children develop inner peace and awareness by placing them each within their local and global contexts.
Philosophy B.A. - San Diego State University