I believe we need to break down the barriers to experiential education.
Experience.
LaToya Miller has taught in public and independent schools, led departments, and worked as an administrator at the high school level. From 2011-2013, LaToya served in the Peace Corps, using her educational background to train preservice teachers at the college level. Her certifications include a NOLS Wilderness First Responder and two Pennsylvania teaching certifications. LaToya has a B.S. from the University of Pittsburgh and an M.S. from the University of Pennsylvania. As a traveler, she has circumnavigated the globe exploring cities and adventuring in the wilderness. Education is her passion and her purpose.
Philosophy.
A thriving school community is a place where rich, meaningful relationships exist between students and faculty. Building these relationships is just as important as the work educators do to develop their pedagogy and curriculum. Indeed, the relationships within our community influence how education takes place. Social-emotional learning and experiential education complement each other. Both create opportunities for students and teachers to build the skills, attitudes, and performance levels that embody healthy members of our communities.