Learning at Green Trees

Green Trees is an inter-disciplinary program blending the best teaching methods and philosophies from the top early childhood programs in the country. Green Trees curriculum is guided by the vision of children as scientists and researchers within a highly engaging learning environment. Through an inquiry-based project approach with child-directed topics of study, teachers intentionally plan an environment infused with experiences that promote critical thinking and problem-solving in our youngest learners. The cycle of inquiry – critical thinking, collaboration, and communication – underpins all of the work that we do with young children.

Our core curriculum is enhanced by experiences in the visual arts and physical expression. In the Green Trees Art Studio, children are invited to prototype and construct representations of learning from interesting project study themes. Music and Movement allow our Greenies to express emotion or further investigate project themes with their bodies. Throughout the day, Green Trees children deepen the roots of character through exposure to targeted social-emotional lessons that build self-regulation and emotional literacy.

Parent Education

The branches of Green Trees reach far into the New Orleans community of parents and early childhood educators. We provide a community learning space for parents with seminars and workshops on various topics related to early childhood development and parenting.

The Arts at Green Trees

    • Sweet Crude Jam

Contact Faculty & Staff

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    Katherine Brou
    Green Trees Master Teacher
    Appointed: 2016
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    University of Colorado - Master of Arts
    Louisiana State University - Bachelor of Science
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    Tyra Crumedy
    Facility Specialist
    Appointed: 2016
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    Joan Diamond
    Green Trees Mentor Teacher
    Appointed: 2011
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    Louise S. McGehee - Bachelor of Arts
    Lynn University - Bachelor of Arts
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    Jennifer Flinn
    Director of Green Trees
    Appointed: 2020
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    Weston High School; Weston, MA
    Bank Street College of Education - M.S. in Early Childhood and Childhood Education
    Tulane University; New Orleans, LA - B.A. in Anthropology and Communications
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    Angelina Gallorini
    Green Trees Associate Teacher
    Appointed: 2018
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    Casey Martin
    Green Trees Mentor Teacher
    Appointed: 2015
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    Ellen Martinez
    Associate Director of Green Trees
    Appointed: 1989
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    University of New Orleans - B.S.
    Bio
     
    - born in New Orleans, LA
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    Amanda Okoye
    Administrative Assistant for Green Trees
    Appointed: 2016
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    University of Wisconsin - Whitewater - Bachelor of Science in Education
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    Liese Weber Hammontree
    Green Trees Movement Arts Specialist/MS Dance Teacher/MS Theater Director-Choreographer
    Appointed: 2009
    504-896-6576
    Towson University - BFA Dance Performance, Choreography, Education
    Feldenkrais International Training Program,Vienna, Austria - Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner
1903 Jefferson Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: 504.899.5641
Fax: 504.896.8597
Open 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
An independent,
co-educational,
non-denominational day
school in New Orleans for
early childhood through 12th grade