Hearts and Minds Learning Community - Team Leaders
EMILY DRELLING - Early Childhood Education Lead
Emily is the education lead at HMLC. She began in the role of early childhood education lead, leaning on her years of experience as a lead teacher for children ages 3-5. She flexed her experience as an early elementary educator by taking on the role of early elementary education lead at HMLC in 2023/2024. She believes in the power of music, kindness and fostering an environment that will allow each child to feel safe and seen.
Emily believes that the key to each child’s developmental success starts with exploration. By giving them the necessary tools and allowing them to make their own choices/choose their own path, we allow them to reach their fullest potential. This is why she is a strong believer in the student-led education model and is an advocate for mixed-age, outdoor/forest style curriculum.
“Within the child, lies the the fate of the future” – Dr. Maria Montessori
She looks forward to building and fostering relationships with each child and their families in the Hearts and Minds Learning Community.
Lynne Morioka - founder, volunteer administrator
Lynne is the founder of Hearts & Minds Learning Community. She is a writer, business communications consultant, entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, volunteer and mom of two small children.
Lynne is committed to building a supportive community that inspires magic, wonder and a lifelong love of learning.
Like Leslie Knope from Parks and Recreation, she firmly believes, “No one achieves anything alone.” She looks forward to welcoming each and every member of Hearts & Minds and embracing what they bring they bring to the community.
Have questions about Hearts & Minds? Interested, but want to learn more? Send Lynne a message or schedule some time with her to talk.