Chloe (Ms. Wolfman) graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Psychology from UVM, and received a Master’s degree in Nature Based Early Childhood Education at Antioch University New England. She has 7 years of experience teaching in a variety of settings, from Early Head Start to Waldorf preschool. She started at Academy as a long-term substitute, and quickly fell in love with the school community. This is her fourth year at Academy and first year in first grade. She creates an innovative classroom culture founded on academic achievement, mindfulness, and a connection to the natural world. Her class spends time in the woods every day - rain or shine! She believes that children learn best when they feel safe, seen, and valued.