The Joy of Learning Network (JOLN) is a BC-based non-profit organization dedicated to helping all children experience the joy that successful learning brings. JOLN was founded in 2008 by Darcy Kaltio, Tina Marie Meyer and Catherine Strickland to help parents to identify their children’s learning strengths, available learning support resources and alternative educational options.
 Catherine Strickland is passionate about bringing more joy, authenticity, and compassion to children’s learning journeys. She believes children learn best when they feel emotionally safe, have choice in their learning, and understand their unique learning needs. Each child can be empowered to discover their gifts and strengths and use them to enjoy more learning success.
Catherine has five years of interpersonal communications training and four years of part-time study in child development and learning. She is a Mechanical Engineer with a Masters degree in Resources and Environmental Management and more than 20 years of experience in research, policy development, corporate strategy, and advocacy.
Catherine helps families create a blueprint for their childrens’ learning success. She offers a unique combination of communication skills and expertise in learning, child development, and strategic planning. With Catherine’s guidance, families enjoy more harmony, joy and connection by developing a shared vision around learning goals and school choice.
Catherine is a youth mentor, mother of two boys, and she founded pacific voice: www.pacificvoice.ca
 Darcy Kaltio has been working with children, youth and families since 1991 and has been a BC Certified Teacher (Bachelor of Education, UVIC) since 2000.
During her career, she has taught people of all ages - from 4 to 88 - in a variety of environments, including private English language schools, traditional private schools, public schools, home learning programs, and alternative schools.
Darcy provides families with assurance and confidence by sharing her experience as an educator who has worked with many children in a variety of settings. As an educator with an insider’s knowledge of both the public school system and alternative schools, Darcy brings a unique perspective on learning and education to her clients.
Darcy is deeply committed to supporting children to be happy and successful in their learning journey. Darcy guides children expertly from a place of resisting school to loving school again. She saves clients time and money in identifying promising school options by using her insider’s eye on school visits and through thorough research. Darcy’s comprehensive knowledge of the schools empowers families to choose the best school for their child. With Darcy’s support, children become happy, confident, and excited about learning and families become more harmonious and cooperative.
 Tina Marie Meyer is a Certified Life Coach who has been connecting with people since 1981 in a variety of work and volunteer positions. She is passionate about working with children and youth and she has offered courses in planning, life skills, and personal finances. She has led Guide and Scout troops and visited many classes in several schools while coaching young people through their educational journeys.
As the mother of four diverse, self-directed learners, Tina has acquired intimate knowledge of many of the educational choices available in the Vancouver area. She has a deep compassion for her clients and understands their challenge to find an optimal setting that supports young people and allows them to grow, learn, and shine. Tina is ready to offer information and resources for the many families who find themselves looking beyond the mainstream pedagogy and re-examining their beliefs about schooling.
Tina believes we have a responsibility to raise children in learning environments in which their unique learning needs are fully met and encouraged. She brings warm enthusiasm, sensitivity, and deep respect for young people, offering them a safe and nurturing place for self-exploration.
The Joy of Learning Conference Saturday, May 23rd, 9:30 am to 3:00 pm, SFU Harbour Centre, Rm 1400 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver Free! Children Welcome www.joyoflearningnetwork.com |
