The Sweet Pea Room

Our philosophy is to create a safe and effective learning environment that is inclusive to all children and families. We believe that children learn the most through active learning experiences based in play.  Children learn with the support of adults and their peers. Each area of the room is arranged with specific academic and social learning experiences in mind. These experiences provide a challenge for different skill and ability levels along with the opportunity for success at any level.  It is so important that our children know they are valued, loved, and supported in our classroom. We are able to give them this by creating a strong bond and a school family through conscious discipline.

Allison, Sweet Peas Teacher

Hello!  My name is Allison and I have been working at The Learning Gardens since July of 2024. I love working with kids because of the joy they bring to our lives.   I am passionate about helping kids learn and having them teach me.

I have worked in the Early Childhood Education field since 2023 and have worked with 8-month to three years olds. I am a Level 12 on the Wisconsin Registry.  I hold a Bachelors degree in Humanistic Studies with Medieval Emphasis from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.

I grew up in McFarland and have lived in Madison most of my life.  After college, I did live in Appleton for a few years. I am married and in my spare time, I like to thrift for treasures or play video games.  Some of my previous work experience with children includes working with the DNR as an intern teaching kids to fish and at Rutabaga teaching kids to canoe and kayak.

My favorite quote is “A dog cannot make the journey alone, but maybe a wolf can.”  – Boris, from the movie “Balto”

Tawana, Sweet Peas Teacher

Hello, my name is Tawana and I have been at The Learning Gardens since October 2024.  I love working with children because they are so willing to learn. I believe children learn best through positive learning experiences.  I am passionate about watching children grow into their own individual personalities.

I have been involved in Early Childhood Education since 2004 working with infants to 3 years old. I am a Level 4 on the Wisconsin Registry.

I have lived in Madison all my life and have 3 children.  I also have a dog named Oreo.  In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family.