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.
At Pacific Oaks College, we understand the power of a social work degree to create change and improve lives. While...
Alumna Trena Hudson, M.A., learned quickly that an education at Pacific Oaks would teach her more than anything measured simply by a test.
A toddler in yellow overalls, an unzipped spring jacket hanging loose from her shoulders, stands in an open yard next...
Teacher education programs offer teachers new ways to keep their classrooms and curriculum fresh, exciting, and highly educational.
Educators frequently emphasize the importance of “seeing the whole child.” In practice, this means looking beyond academics to understand children’s...
For nearly 75 years, young minds have been nurtured beneath the trees of Shady Lane. We asked four generations of alumni to share their favorite memories and lasting lessons from their time at the Children’s School.
Recently, we asked several of our students, alumni, and faculty what Pacific Oaks College means to them. It was clear from their answers that they feel a part of a community dedicated to making a significant change in the world around them.
With a bachelor’s degree in business administration, you can choose from among many different career paths. One of the most...
What does history and research teach us about what we can expect for the COVID-19 generation, after enduring a crisis like no other?
While teachers have made the most of the transition to distance learning, it still struggles to live up to classroom scholarship.
The unique culture Pacific Oaks has worked to develop can be felt far beyond the campus classrooms. It is a culture of community reflected in the online programs, too.
