Hi! I'm Ms. K!
I'm your guide to joyful and magical learning adventures!
Welcome! I'm so glad you stopped by!
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I'm Katrina, though most know me as Ms. K. For over two decades, I’ve been on an incredible journey as an educator creating learning spaces where kids feel seen, heard, and genuinely excited to show up.
The Learning Grove is the dream I kept sketching on napkins and scribbling in notebooks and I can't wait to share it with you.
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Throughout my career, I've become known for my hands-on, curiosity-driven teaching style filled with joyful (and sometimes messy!) exploration. I believe in learning by doing—where kids feel empowered to ask questions, test ideas, and dive into discovery.
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My goal is to build a warm, creative space where children feel safe to take risks, knowing that mistakes aren’t failures, but stepping stones to deeper learning.
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This is a place where questions matter more than answers, creativity is currency, and kids are encouraged to think big and take the lead. If you’re looking for a place where learning feels like an adventure (with plenty of laughter along the way), then you’re in the right spot.
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At home, my life is just as full of wonder and energy! I share it with my husband, my amazing in-laws,
a lively menagerie of animals including,10 chickens, 4 bunnies, 3 turtles, 2 cats, 3 dogs, a crested gecko,
a fish and an adult human daughter.
Hi! I'm Ms. Jenny!
Hello! My name is Jennifer Brown, and I’m so excited to meet you!
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My family and I live on ten beautiful acres here in Lincoln,
where I enjoy life with my husband and our three little ones. Having grown up locally,
I feel incredibly fortunate to work in this wonderful community that I’ve always called home.
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I’m a credentialed teacher with ten years of experience in diverse educational settings, including traditional public classrooms, homeschool enrichment programs, summer camps, and private tutoring. No matter the setting, my passion remains the same—creating a safe, nurturing space where children can thrive academically and socially while feeling free to be themselves.
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Outside of teaching, I love bike riding, camping, singing, crafting, horseback riding, and spending quality time with friends and family. Most of all, I truly love both teaching and learning! It brings me so much joy to guide children on their educational journey, and I look forward to partnering with you in your child’s growth and development.
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Ms. Jenny is a separate vendor at The Learning Grove. For more information about her classes, schedules, and registration, please click here: https://sites.google.com/view/jenny-brown-tutoring/home/enrichment-classes
Hi! I'm Ms. Amy!
Hello! My name is Amy, and I’m so thrilled to meet you!
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I believe kids thrive when learning is fun, active, and hands-on, and I love being part of that process.
As a mom of two teens and a pet lover with two dogs and a cat, I bring patience, care, and flexibility to every setting.
Mission
The Learning Grove offers an innovative alternative to traditional schooling by providing a nurturing, flexible, and experiential learning center environment for Pre-K to 6th Grade students.
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With intentionally small group classes, we create space for deeper connections, meaningful exploration, and individualized support.
Through a carefully curated curriculum and personalized learning experiences, we aim to ignite curiosity, inspire creativity, and foster the confidence students need to navigate their educational journey and future.
Vision
To redefine education by creating a space where every child’s natural love of learning is honored, every voice is valued, and development is nurtured across academic, emotional, physical, and social domains.
