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☀️THIS OR THAT: Summer Series Edition!🌴

Summer learning doesn't have to happen at a desk! Whether you're soaking up the sunshine with a great book 📚 or diving into hands-on sensory play 🌈, every moment is an opportunity to learn, explore, and grow.

So, we want to know...👇

🌳THIS: Outdoor Learning Activities

✨️OR

🖐🏾THAT: Indoor Sensory Activities

Which one are you choosing this summer? Tell us below!⬇️

At Stages Learning, we know that meaningful learning happens everywhere, whether it's discovering nature outside or building skills through play indoors. However you're spending your summer, keep the curiosity going! 💚💙

✨ STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Meet Kari! ✨

This week, we're shining the spotlight on Kari, our Senior Vice President of Business Development! 💚💙

Get to know the person behind the role:

📌 Role at Stages: SVP, Business Development

🌟 What inspired you to work in education?
"It wasn't a who so much as a belief that this field matters greatly and it was a chance to leave my mark on the world."

💬 One word coworkers would use to describe Kari:
Meticulous ✔️

🍎 If you could teach any grade level, what would it be and why?
"Third grade is my sweet spot! I love their personalities and their sense of humor!"

At Stages Learning, we're fortunate to have passionate leaders like Kari who believe in making a lasting impact for educators and students every day. Her dedication, thoughtful leadership, and commitment to helping schools succeed make her an invaluable part of our team.

💙 Help us celebrate Kari in the comments! What's one teacher who made a lasting impact on your life?

🎉 FLASHBACK FRIDAY! 🎉

Before she was wearing many hats at Stages Learning, Rachel had dreams of becoming a Marine Biologist... until she realized the ocean is home to sharks and the mysterious abyss! 🌊🦈😅

📚 As a kid, she loved getting lost in The Giver and The Baby-Sitters Club books.
🥜 Favorite childhood snack? Peanut butter, of course!
💙 Three words that described little Rachel? Analytical. Dependable. Calm.

It's always fun to see the journey behind the amazing people who make up our team! 💚

✨ Drop a comment below:
What was YOUR dream job when you were a kid? 👇

✈️ Where in the World is the Stages Team? 🌍

This week, we're following Cindy, Stages Learning's COO, on her unforgettable Italian adventure! 🍝🍷

From exploring the ancient streets of Rome to soaking in the beauty of Tuscany, Cindy and her extended family made memories to last a lifetime. Highlights included:
🍷 Wine tasting in the countryside
👩‍🍳 An authentic Italian cooking class
🏛️ Exploring incredible ancient ruins
🍝 And, of course... eating their weight in carbs (because when in Italy... you have to! 😄)

What's your dream vacation destination? Tell us in the comments! 👇🌎

Stay tuned for more adventures from the Stages Team!💚💙

🧩 Skill Spotlight: Matching! 🧩

Did you know that matching is one of the first building blocks of learning? From matching colors and shapes to identifying pictures and objects, this foundational skill helps learners make sense of the world around them!

✨ Builds early cognitive skills
🗣️ Supports language development
👀 Strengthens visual discrimination

With the ARIS curriculum, students develop these essential skills through engaging, hands-on activities that make learning meaningful and fun!

Comment MATCHING to receive a free lesson and printables to use right away!

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Meet Penney! 🌟

This week, we're shining the spotlight on Penney, one of our Directors of District Partnerships! 💙💚

Get to know a little more about the person helping schools and districts discover how ARIS can support meaningful student outcomes.

📚 Favorite ARIS Lesson or Activity:
Non-Verbal Imitation & Simon Says

🍎 Who inspired you to work in education?
"My many nanny jobs in high school and college."

😊 One word her coworkers would use to describe her:
Personable

🎓 If you could teach any grade level, what would it be and why?
Kindergarten! "I love the large amount of progress made in a year and being the one to introduce students to school."

Penney's passion for building relationships and supporting educators is evident in everything she does. Whether she's partnering with districts, sharing ARIS resources, or helping schools find solutions for their students, she brings enthusiasm, expertise, and a personal touch to every conversation.

💬 Help us celebrate Penney! What grade level would YOU choose to teach if you could teach any age?

🌟 Flashback Friday: Meet Jessica! 🌟

Before she was helping schools and educators through ARIS, Jessica was a curious kid with big dreams of becoming a doctor! 👩🏽‍⚕️✨

📚 Favorite childhood book: Corduroy
🥪 Favorite childhood food: Jelly & bologna sandwiches
💭 Three words that describe young Jessica: Silly, Talkative, & Inquisitive

Those same qualities continue to shine as she supports educators and students every day!

💙💚 Drop a comment and tell us:
👉 What was YOUR dream job as a child?

✨ Skill Spotlight: Requesting Items ✨

🧩 Big skill, big impact! Teaching learners how to request items is more than asking for a toy or snack, it’s building the foundation for functional communication, independence, and confidence. 💬💪

The ARIS curriculum helps educators teach real-world communication skills in engaging, structured, and effective ways. 🌟When students can ask for what they need, they gain a voice....and that changes everything!

To learn more about ARIS go to stageslearning.com💙💚

☀️ STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Meet Danielle! ☀️

This week, we're shining the spotlight on Danielle, our Manager of Professional Learning & Training! 🌟 Danielle is passionate about helping educators build confidence and create meaningful learning experiences for students every day.

💡 Favorite ARIS Lesson: Lesson 41 – Requesting Help
This lesson empowers students to advocate for themselves and develop an essential life skill: knowing when and how to ask for support.

🍎 Who inspired you to work in education?:
Danielle's biggest inspiration is her mother, who has dedicated her entire career to teaching. Her passion for education sparked Danielle's own journey in helping students and educators thrive.

✨ One Word Her Coworkers Would Use to Describe Her: Personable 🤝
That she definitely is!

📚 If She Could Teach Any Grade Level...Second Grade!
Danielle loves helping students at this age become more involved in their own learning journey, build independence, and discover their confidence as learners.

💙 Help us celebrate Danielle in the comments! What's one person who inspired your educational journey?

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🌴✨ FLASHBACK FRIDAY IS HERE! ✨🌴

This week, we're taking a trip back in time with Elizabeth, our Manager of Professional Learning & Training!

👧 Dream job? Figure Skater
📚 Favorite childhood book? Winnie the Pooh
🍟 Favorite food? Anything from McDonald's
⚡ Three words to describe her younger self? Energetic, Chatty, Adventurous

Our Summer Series is all about getting to know the amazing people behind Stages Learning and ARIS. Every Friday, we'll share a childhood photo and fun facts from a member of our team. Can you guess who's next?

👇 Tell us in the comments:
What was YOUR dream job when you were a kid?