Bridging the Gap: A Personal Perspective on The Feelings Fairy's Transformative Partnership with LACOE MAS Unit

In the dynamic world of education, collaboration often serves as the catalyst for innovation and positive change. The Feelings Fairy, LLC, has taken a significant step towards transforming the educational landscape through its groundbreaking partnership with the Los Angeles County Office of Education's Multilingual Academic Support (LACOE MAS) Unit. Together, we have developed a unique curriculum, The Inclusive Classroom, that seamlessly integrates wellbeing, literature, and lessons designed to support multilingual learners inclusively in classrooms. Currently, I am actively co-facilitating professional development for this curriculum at Cesar E Chavez Elementary in Montebello, CA.

The collaboration between The Feelings Fairy and LACOE MAS Unit emerged from a shared vision to address the diverse needs of multilingual learners in the classroom. Recognizing the importance of promoting wellbeing alongside language acquisition, The Feelings Fairy embarked on a mission to create a curriculum that would make a lasting impact.

At the heart of this collaboration lies a groundbreaking wellbeing curriculum developed by The Feelings Fairy. This curriculum goes beyond the traditional educational approaches, incorporating elements that support the emotional and social development of multilingual learners. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive environment where every student feels seen, heard, and valued.

One of the most exciting aspects of this collaboration is the ongoing professional development sessions led by Roberta Gonzalez and myself at Cesar E Chavez Elementary in Montebello, CA. These sessions serve as a bridge between the curriculum and educators, empowering them with the tools and insights needed to effectively implement the program in their classrooms. 

The professional development sessions are designed to be interactive, hands-on experiences for educators. Through my expertise and passion for wellbeing, I engage with teachers, providing them with practical strategies to incorporate the curriculum seamlessly into their daily lessons. The goal is to empower educators to create a learning environment that nurtures the academic and emotional growth of all students. 

The Feelings Fairy's partnership with LACOE MAS Unit is not just a collaboration; it's a personal journey toward inclusive and effective education. By combining a focus on wellbeing with literature and lessons tailored for multilingual learners, this collaboration is setting a new standard for classroom engagement. As I continue to co-facilitate professional development at Cesar E Chavez Elementary, the ripple effects of this partnership are sure to extend far beyond Montebello, inspiring educators and positively impacting students throughout the region.