"Swan is just one of those special people who knows what makes kids "tick." She has the respect and attention from the kids and parents - what more could we have asked for in an education specialist!"

- B. Goose

"Swan is an active listener, strong leader, and trustful partner. She is a knowledgeable educator who aligns the Montessori philosophy with the latest brain research. She knows and treats her students individually and can guide and challenge them through their social, emotional, and academic development."

- A. Encarnacao

"Swan utilizes traditional Montessori learning and newer educational techniques that work well for our son."

- W. Porter

"Because of Swan's incredible knowledge, experience, and partnership, our son blossomed, growing not only intellectually, but just as importantly, both socially and emotionally. Her work will result in a deeper and broader understanding of some of the most effective methodologies for teaching young students."

- J. Shah

"Within a few month, he improved his skills and confidence to a point where he was exceeding grade expectations in most math areas. We have been very happy with Swan's work and as a result, have hired her to help our other two children as well (ages 5 and 10)."

- E. Douzinas

"She helped us to evaluate the areas we should focus on with him and then creatively structured lessons to suit his interests. She was further able to work closely with my son's school thus maximizing the efficiency of both settings."

- L. Godfrey

"She focused on each child as a unique individual and partnered with parents to develop their child's individual abilities and character. Swan created an effective learning environment in her classroom which was caring, thoughtful, and open to exploration."

- M. Wootton

"Swan's keen interest in neuroscience has offered her students the advantage of a teacher who had a multi-faceted enthusiasm for their well-being and education."

- A. Wang

"I can honestly say Swan's influence has positively directly impacted my daughters future, and for that I will forever be grateful."

- S. Lee

"She was absolutely incredible and our son just loved having her as his teacher. Swan was very patient with him and taught him to be more independent. He was able to focus his energy and be calmer and more focused."

- S. Sekino

"As a Montessori practioner, she also taught the children how to teach themselves (empowered them as leaders of their own learning) as well as how to teach each other."

- C. Fazzino

"Swan is an intelligent, caring, energetic early childhood professional. Her priorities when with the children is their well being and education, she is able to see each child as an individual and work with their strengths and develop areas of challenge for the children."

- M. Oria

"Her knowledge of each student and their learning styles ensures that she is able to bring out the best in each child. She is a thoughtful colleague, encouraging collaboration with the fellow teachers at Kingsley."

- T. Hill

"Her students respond to her approach, which is a blend of compassion and interest with an eye to challenging her students to the next level. Swan views the parent-teacher relationship as a collaboration to advance the best interest of the child. I can't say enough about how my daughter benefitted from Swan's teaching style."

- M. Parker

"She is committed to her students and is able to use her expertise in teaching along with her knowledge of the brain's development to build programs that help children. She is kind and supportive of children and their families."

- C. Brady