In-clu-sion: A word from Pacific Oaks
Dr. Patricia A. Breen, President of Pacific Oaks College & Children’s School, introduces the theme of the spring 2017 issue of Voices magazine: inclusion.
Journey: 5 steps to a transformation
Journey: 5 Steps to a Transformation explores five steps to a transformation through realization, exploration, knowledge, action, and actualization. Susan Livingston is the alumna highlight for Voices Spring 2018 issue.
Jus-tice: A word from Pacific Oaks
n., The moral principle determining just conduct, peace, and genuine respect for people.
Just my size!
Before the early 20th century, the classroom wasn’t built for children. Maria Montessori’s theory revolutionized education. Included among her many contributions to the field were child-sized tables and chairs, in a room built just for them.
Leading the way
Alumna Kaya Plansker is helping to strengthen a community network at the helm of Leadership Pasadena.
Legacy: A word from President Dr. Jack Paduntin
This year's theme for Voices Magazine is in celebration of our diamond anniversary, and all the progress we have yet to achieve.
Lessons for life
For nearly 75 years, young minds have been nurtured beneath the trees of Shady Lane. Those experiences—ripe with discovery—can stay with them for years to come. We asked four generations of alumni to share their favorite memories and lasting lessons from their time at the Children’s School.
Life in 3-D
Pacific Oaks student Brandon Holtzclaw opens up about growing up as a minority in every community he was a part of.
Losing lifelines, keeping connections
The LGBTQIA+ population already faced a unique set of challenges that became amplified during COVID-19. The pandemic offered a time to reflect on the importance of community.
Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow?
Gardening and spending time in nature has many benefits for children’s development.
Meet the Nelsons
As Eric and Elyssa Nelson, Pacific Oaks alumni and the founders of the Child Educational Center, begin their next chapter, we revisit their history and legacy.
My American identity
Diversity is what makes America great. At a time when the country is increasingly divided, we embrace our differences in perspective.
