Heather State FundingHeather is a seasoned science educator with a B. S. in Biological Sciences from UMBC and an M. S. in Curriculum and Instruction from McDaniel College. She holds an Advanced Professional License in Biology (Grades 712) and over twenty years of experience teaching, homeschooling, and coaching neurodivergent learners. A mother of four twice exceptional children, Heather combines academic rigor with deep empathy, helping students with ADHD, autism,
Maxime is a French tutor and creative coach who makes language feel playful and personal
She teaches Japanese and English with warmth
Patient and upbeat
Crab Apples have their own dedicated staff member and the Art Room is their base throughout the day
hands-on exploration
Gregory is an accomplished educator and test prep specialist with a doctoral degree in Educational Administration and more than 25 years of classroom and tutoring experience
making each class engaging and accessible to learners with diverse strengths and needs
hiking through nature’s beauty
Nisreen blends language learning with culture
and goal-oriented tasks—to make learning accessible and durable
Perfect for students in upper-elementary to middle school transitioning to more independent study
she focuses on building confidence and independence in young learners
