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This is the Third in our 3 part Series Bringing Curiosity into the Classroom, a new workshop series on bringing community dialogue to ignite classroom creativity. Local experts, innovators, and dynamic thinkers join us to impact education by fostering our curiosity and creating inspiring learning for young children. This is a chance to dialogue across disciplines as we hear about inspirations, methods, and strategies from our virtuosos. Theory becomes practice as we then take the opportunity to work with materials from the fields. Malaguzzi and the educators of Reggio Emilia challenge us to look outside the classroom for new ways to invigorate our curiosity and provide new perspectives and insights so we can do “nothing without joy.”
We invite the community to join in exploring and enriching how we see these contributions from across disciplines influence the cultural and educational fabric of our schools
Saturday, March 8th, 2025, 9 am to 3 pm
Cost: $110
Includes a light breakfast
Presented by: Patricia McGrath and Mojdeh Zavosh – Mindfulness Life, Wellness, Trauma Healing Coach & Reiki Master
Join us as we begin a dialogue about cultivating wellness in the school environment, and explore the wonderful world of scent with Mojdeh Zavosh .
Learn to bring the gift of aromatherapy into your life. Learn how essential oils can boost health and well-being, uplift your mood, help you feel calmer, and sleep better.
Together we will explore:
During our time together, you will also create a few aromatherapy recipes to take home with you.
Mojdeh (Maya) Zavosh is a Mindfulness Life, Wellness, Trauma Healing Coach & Reiki Master. In her practice she uses a holistic and interactive mind-body approach. She supports and empowers clients to tap into their own inner strength and wisdom so they may heal, thrive, and live vibrant and happy lives. In 2011 Mojdeh founded Shine From Within, where she facilitates workshops and coaching sessions for individuals and groups. She also holds free monthly meditation sessions online.
Cost: $50
Presented by: Patricia Hunter McGrath
Please join us for a special workshop series that focuses on a deep dive into The Hundred Languages of Children and learn how you can use these languages in your school or home.
Join us as we share our many years of experience using materials in creative and innovative ways with young children and deeply explore the tools, techniques, and strategies for introducing these wonderful materials into your classrooms and homes.
Together, we will explore in-depth a wide range of materials, tools, and techniques that can be introduced and integrated into your unique settings.
Finally, you will also learn how to plan and create ateliers that bring the joy and wonder of materials into your classrooms and homes.
Bringing Curiosity into The Classroom
This is the Third in our 3 part Series Bringing Curiosity into the Classroom, a new workshop series on bringing community dialogue to ignite classroom creativity. Local experts, innovators, and dynamic thinkers join us to impact education by fostering our curiosity and creating inspiring learning for young children. This is a chance to dialogue across disciplines as we hear about inspirations, methods, and strategies from our virtuosos. Theory becomes practice as we then take the opportunity to work with materials from the fields. Malaguzzi and the educators of Reggio Emilia challenge us to look outside the classroom for new ways to invigorate our curiosity and provide new perspectives and insights so we can do “nothing without joy.”
We invite the community to join in exploring and enriching how we see these contributions from across disciplines influence the cultural and educational fabric of our schools
Saturday, March 8th, 2025, 9 am to 3 pm
Cost: $110
Includes a light breakfast
Presented by: Mojdeh Zavosh – Mindfulness Life, Wellness, Trauma Healing Coach & Reiki Master
Join us as we begin a dialogue about cultivating wellness in the school environment, and explore the wonderful world of scent with Mojdeh Zavosh .
Learn to bring the gift of aromatherapy into your life. Learn how essential oils can boost health and well-being, uplift your mood, help you feel calmer, and sleep better.
Together we will explore:
Dear Early Childhood Community,
We hope this message finds you well. Over the past few weeks, we have witnessed remarkable strength, resilience, and generosity within our community as we navigate the effects of the wildfires. The outpouring of support—from parents, teachers, and colleagues coming together to share resources, offer assistance, and open their homes—has been a powerful testament to the deep bonds that unite us.
One school particularly affected is Methodist Preschool of Pacific Palisades, which lost its building. Despite this immense challenge, their determination to rebuild has been truly inspiring. They have already found a new space and begun welcoming their community back, ensuring that their children can reconnect and regain a sense of stability. As they work towards reopening their toddler program, we want to explore how we can come together to support them during this critical transition.
To help re-establish a nurturing environment for their youngest learners, we are reaching out to request donations of essential items. The school has compiled a list of materials that would help bring their new space to life, and we are asking if you might have any of these items in your own spaces or if you are able to contribute as they reopen their doors.
Additionally, if your school or another early childhood program in our community has been impacted and could use support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We want to explore all possibilities for extending help where it is needed most.
Together, we can create a strong, compassionate network for our early childhood community, ensuring that those who nurture and educate our youngest learners receive the care and support they deserve.
If you can donate, please reach out to Estela, their Parent and Me Director, to arrange a time and place for drop-off at mpsparentandmeprogram@gmail.com.
Thank you for your generosity and commitment to this shared effort.
With gratitude,
Patricia and Branches Atelier Community
Dear Early Childhood Community,
We hope this message finds you well. Over the past few weeks, we have witnessed remarkable strength, resilience, and generosity within our community as we navigate the effects of the wildfires. The outpouring of support—from parents, teachers, and colleagues coming together to share resources, offer assistance, and open their homes—has been a powerful testament to the deep bonds that unite us.
One school particularly affected is Methodist Preschool of Pacific Palisades, which lost its building. Despite this immense challenge, their determination to rebuild has been truly inspiring. They have already found a new space and begun welcoming their community back, ensuring that their children can reconnect and regain a sense of stability. As they work towards reopening their toddler program, we want to explore how we can come together to support them during this critical transition.
To help re-establish a nurturing environment for their youngest learners, we are reaching out to request donations of essential items. The school has compiled a list of materials that would help bring their new space to life, and we are asking if you might have any of these items in your own spaces or if you are able to contribute as they reopen their doors.
Additionally, if your school or another early childhood program in our community has been impacted and could use support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We want to explore all possibilities for extending help where it is needed most.
Together, we can create a strong, compassionate network for our early childhood community, ensuring that those who nurture and educate our youngest learners receive the care and support they deserve.
If you can donate, please reach out to Estela, their Parent and Me Director, to arrange a time and place for drop-off at mpsparentandmeprogram@gmail.com.
Thank you for your generosity and commitment to this shared effort.
With gratitude,
Patricia and Branches Atelier Community
video message from Christina
Dear Early Childhood Community,
We hope this message finds you well. Over the past few weeks, we have witnessed remarkable strength, resilience, and generosity within our community as we navigate the effects of the wildfires. The outpouring of support—from parents, teachers, and colleagues coming together to share resources, offer assistance, and open their homes—has been a powerful testament to the deep bonds that unite us.
One school particularly affected is Methodist Preschool of Pacific Palisades, which lost its building. Despite this immense challenge, their determination to rebuild has been truly inspiring. They have already found a new space and begun welcoming their community back, ensuring that their children can reconnect and regain a sense of stability. As they work towards reopening their toddler program, we want to explore how we can come together to support them during this critical transition.
To help re-establish a nurturing environment for their youngest learners, we are reaching out to request donations of essential items. The school has compiled a list of materials that would help bring their new space to life, and we are asking if you might have any of these items in your own spaces or if you are able to contribute as they reopen their doors.
Additionally, if your school or another early childhood program in our community has been impacted and could use support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We want to explore all possibilities for extending help where it is needed most.
Together, we can create a strong, compassionate network for our early childhood community, ensuring that those who nurture and educate our youngest learners receive the care and support they deserve.
If you can donate, please reach out to Estela, their Parent and Me Director, to arrange a time and place for drop-off at mpsparentandmeprogram@gmail.com.
Thank you for your generosity and commitment to this shared effort.
With gratitude,
Patricia and Branches Atelier Community
Video message from Patricia
video message from Christina
Video message from Patricia
video message from Christina
Inspirations from Architecture and creating in 3-D Saturday Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi and special guest Paul Locke, January 25, 2025, 9 am to 3 pm Cost: $110
Paul Locke is a licensed architect and designer with over 20 years of experience. The majority of those years were spent working with the architect Frank Gehry. As an associate at Gehry Partners, he collaborated on such projects as the Guggenheim Museum in Abu Dhabi, the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris, the Dwight Eisenhower Memorial in Washington D.C., the Battersea Power Station Residences in London, and Frank Gehry’s Residence in Rustic Canyon. A year ago, Paul embarked on a new chapter and started his own practice, Locke Studio, where he focuses on residential and commercial projects in and around the Los Angeles area.
We’re excited to announce upcoming workshops for early childhood educators and parents alike, designed to inspire and empower you in your journey of nurturing young minds. These workshops offer a wonderful opportunity to:
~ Deepen your understanding of early childhood development.
~ Explore creative and innovative teaching practices.
~ Earn professional development credits to enhance your career.
Spaces are limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot!
Register now and take the first step toward a year of growth and discovery:
~ (NEW DATES) Mixed Media: Bringing the Materials Together. A two part series – Wednesdays, 1/30 and 2/6/2025 6:30-8:30 pm $100 Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi
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~Creating an Atelier in Your Space Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm $50 Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi
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~ (NEW DATE) Inspirations from Architecture and creating in 3-D Saturday Presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath, Christina Bianchi and special guest Paul Locke, January 25, 2025, 9 am to 3 pm Cost: $110
Click here for more detailed information and to register
~The Power of Story: Integrating Oral Stories, Rituals, Poetry, and Metaphoric Language Into the Life Classroom: Sat Feb 8th, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm $110 presenters Patricia Hunter McGrath and Heather Ogilvy
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~Inspiration From Mindful Meditation and Aromatherapy in Creating Calm in the Classroom: Saturday, March 8, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm $110 Mojdeh Zavosh – Mindfulness Life, Wellness, Trauma Healing Coach & Reiki Master
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