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We feel nayure and our environment are essential to learning. https://www.creativeclubhouse.org/annual-report-mentor daily 0.75 2025-05-12 https://www.creativeclubhouse.org/educators daily 0.75 2025-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5af066d975f9eed5f9a2aba5/70b7abcf-f4c3-4a7e-8c09-48fa7da9bac4/IMG_0342.jpg Our Educators - Lauren Reeves Owner/Director and Lead Teacher Lauren brings over 20 years of preschool classroom experience to our program. After graduating from West Chester University with a Bachelors in Education, Lauren developed a passion for education during her time at the School in Rose Valley, a private progressive school located in Media. Lauren’s teaching philosophy embraces the concept that children learn best by being active and invested in the learning process. Having developed the Clubhouse program and curriculum with Amy around the progressive model of education, Lauren is passionate about helping children become confident individuals in all aspects of their life. Prior to joining the Creative Clubhouse she developed and ran the Little Explorers preschool program for the Haverford Recreation Department. Lauren has three boys who keep her busy and help remind her everyday is different and learning happens all the time. When she is not in the classroom, you may find her walking the local trails with her boys and, of course, her dog Finn. Email: lauren@creativeclubhouse.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5af066d975f9eed5f9a2aba5/01edc125-8b02-4740-84a3-852c3d0176ee/Screenshot+2022-10-30+at+4.26.38+PM.png Our Educators - Amy McClements Owner/Director and Lead Teacher Amy brings a diverse resume of experience with her to the Clubhouse. Having worked in elementary school for years in the Philadelphia suburbs, Amy moved onto working in a private preschool in Manhattan. In NYC, Amy was awakened to the progressive play based way of education. Her employer guided and supported her in her graduate studies at Bank Street of Education, allowing her to finely tune the philosophy. Ten years ago, Amy opened the Clubhouse looking for a venue where children could be free to explore, create and learn. The evolution of the business turned from a little space of play for children and parents to navigate together into the gem of what is now the Creative Clubhouse Play Based Enrichment Program. When Amy is not at the Clubhouse she is directing a sleep away camp in WV. She will often be found exploring nature and traveling with her family. Email: amy@creativeclubhouse.org https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5af066d975f9eed5f9a2aba5/868ccd0e-9a4a-465d-bda9-6efe0aaa4b3d/FullSizeRender.jpg Our Educators - Jen Gambino Associate Teacher Jen is a married and proud mom of 2 children. Jen has been in the Clubhouse community for many years. First as a parent whilst her children attended preschool and clubhouse classes, then joining as a valued member of the Clubhouse team. She brings years of classroom experience to support all the children who attend. Jen studied Elementary Education at Villanova University, later receiving her Master’s Degree in Special Education from Hofstra University. Jen's experience includes teaching both elementary and special education grades preK -3. These days she spend most of her time with her family, enjoy friends, traveling, skiing, reading and time at the beach. Jen enjoys working with the children at the Clubhouse and watching them learn and grow as they play and explore the world around them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5af066d975f9eed5f9a2aba5/96020e27-e196-414a-9c24-c3c7e728125a/IMG_6333.jpg Our Educators - Wendy Donnelly Associate Teacher Wendy raised 5 children while traveling around the United States with her husband who was in the US Navy for 28 years. They settled down in Newtown Square, where her husband retired as a Navy Commander. She has worked for 13 years as a preschool teaching assistant. Wendy has several years experience working in a Montessori preschool. She loves to see the enjoyment in the students when they discover something new or when they have achieved a task they were having problems with. On her down time her and her husband travel out to Denver/Boulder, CO where her children live. They enjoy watching their daughter play lacrosse for The University of CO, Boulder. Wendy has a little dog who is 16 and his name is Lax. Wendy is very excited to be a part of the Clubhouse. She is looking forward to learning all about the children and to watch them grow with playing. We not only teach them, they teach us everyday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5af066d975f9eed5f9a2aba5/4684e88e-5334-4ac5-995b-4ce6319e6343/ace_0366.jpg Our Educators - Kristine Saddler Associate Teacher My name is Kristine and I am a college student majoring in Psychology. I have been working with children for a year now and I plan to make this a lifelong journey. I have a passion for connecting with children to support their development and shape future generations. I have a beautiful and smart, yet a strong willed 3 year old daughter that drives me even more to pursue my purpose. After I earn my degrees, I plan to become a child therapist, specifically in play therapy. Working at Creative Clubhouse can help create an avenue for me to achieve my goals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5af066d975f9eed5f9a2aba5/52100bdc-d641-4560-87b9-65ec1a934e4b/image000005.jpg Our Educators - Kate Vernau Associate Teacher Kate began her Creative Clubhouse journey as a parent first. The play based approach resonated with her, as it was similar to the Head Start program’s philosophy, which she had experience with while working in the program as a lead for ten years. When she was ready to get back to teaching after a short hiatus, she knew there was no better fit than Creative Clubhouse. Along with preschool experience, Kate studied Elementary Education at Millersville University. Favorite activities include hiking with her husband and two children, dancing, being at a lake or beach, reading (alone!), and attending live music events. 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Center, Beth provides a variety of direct services including: individual psychotherapy, individual social skills therapy, and small group social skills therapy. Utilizing her educational background, professional training and evidence based research she has expanded her passion to include all individuals who seek the benefits of therapy. Beth earned her Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology at Eastern University and has her license as a Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. Most recently Beth earned her graduate certificate in applied behavior analysis from Capella University. Website: www.socialenrichmentcenter.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5af066d975f9eed5f9a2aba5/6e74ae6b-2aa5-4189-8d50-a68aa4e5d144/Play-Home-Logo.webp Community Resources - Stephanie Lint PT, DPT Stephanie Lint started Play at Home Physical Therapy to provide specialized care to children in need. In her time practicing physical therapy at some of the country’s most respected hospitals and organizations, Stephanie has developed substantial expertise treating torticollis, plagiocephaly, cerebral palsy, and other pediatric diagnoses. 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