“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your
plans.”
- PROVERBS 16:3
The concept of The Learning Cross Inc. intergenerational preschool began developing in 2003. I believed that by creating a program that allowed children to interact with grandfriends, both generations would benefit. The children would develop a relationship with someone filled with life experiences, eager to be present with them, listen, tell them stories, and pass on their learned wisdom. The "grandfriends" would be able to give back to a community again, interact with energetic children, and be able to share their experiences.
After visiting Age to Age Kindergarten in Windsor Place, located in Coffeyville, KS, it was evident how powerful those interactions could be. The plan to move forward, and develop a beneficial program to all involved was mapped out. Even after creating a plan to develop the program, nothing was materializing. It wasn't until The Learning Cross was lifted up in prayer to be dedicated as a classroom where God is welcome and celebrated, that things began moving forward.
Many years of teaching in a kindergarten and a focus on brain-based strategies to improve learning for any age help add to a unique experience at The Learning Cross Preschool. However, the foundation will be developed by prayer, love, and service.
Please join us in creating a place that celebrates the wisdom of our grandparents, acknowledges the power of a child's heart and mind, and gives praise to the God who makes it all possible.
After visiting Age to Age Kindergarten in Windsor Place, located in Coffeyville, KS, it was evident how powerful those interactions could be. The plan to move forward, and develop a beneficial program to all involved was mapped out. Even after creating a plan to develop the program, nothing was materializing. It wasn't until The Learning Cross was lifted up in prayer to be dedicated as a classroom where God is welcome and celebrated, that things began moving forward.
Many years of teaching in a kindergarten and a focus on brain-based strategies to improve learning for any age help add to a unique experience at The Learning Cross Preschool. However, the foundation will be developed by prayer, love, and service.
Please join us in creating a place that celebrates the wisdom of our grandparents, acknowledges the power of a child's heart and mind, and gives praise to the God who makes it all possible.
Meet the Teachers
Brett Schmidt has a M.S. in Brain-Based Teaching and Learning, B.A. in Early Childhood Education from Marietta College, and has 15 years of Early Childhood classroom experience. He is dedicated to improving the quality of life of his students by providing them a tool box of skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives. Brett is married to Ashley and has 3 sons, Travis, Tucker, and Jarett.