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“It’s a virtually untapped market.” Why this former teacher and founder thinks we’re only at the beginning of the innovative education movement
In Stillwater, Minnesota, Amy Marotz launched Awakening Spirit microschool to serve the distinct needs of gifted and neurodiverse learners. After earning an education degree and teaching at a Minneapolis charter school early in her career, Amy began homeschooling her own children and saw a need for a dedicated program to address neurodiversity within a holistic, nurturing environment. She now runs the program from her home and is helping other aspiring founders to create their own innovative schools and spaces.
The Rise of Education Entrepreneurs in Minnesota (Forbes.com)
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By Kerry McDonald
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In Stillwater, Minnesota, Amy Marotz launched Awakening Spirit microschool to serve the distinct needs of gifted and neurodiverse learners. After earning an education degree and teaching at a Minneapolis charter school early in her career, Amy began homeschooling her own children and saw a need for a dedicated program to address neurodiversity within a holistic, nurturing environment. She now runs the program from her home and is helping other aspiring founders to create their own innovative schools and spaces.
The Rise of Education Entrepreneurs in Minnesota (Forbes.com)
*** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at fee.org/liberated.