Leaves of Learning

Our Leadership

Director:

Diana Osborn is the founder and director of Leaves of Learning. Diana loves working with children of all ages and has a passion and commitment to individualized education. She feels that while an education certainly provides the skills and opportunities for a child's future, it’s also an important part of the journey, and as such, should be enjoyed. Diana believes that education should meet children where they are and take them where they want to go—through caring guidance, enthusiasm and support. Her favorite moments at LOL are when students discover their talents and passions for learning. Diana taught after-school and summer hands-on science classes in area schools through a program sponsored by the National Science Foundation. She also taught science at LOL for five years. Before she became involved in education, Diana was a chemist for DuBois Chemical and a pharmaceutical representative for Whitehall Robbins. She holds a BS in Chemistry. She homeschooled her three children who all attended LOL, and are now in college.

Assistant Director:

Christie Sawyer has been LOL Assistant Director since 2003. Her positive attitude, commitment, and caring nature make her stand out as an effective teacher and administrator. Christie taught in Cabrini Green housing projects in Chicago for five years before moving to Cincinnati. She has a Masters Degree from Xavier University in Educational Administration and a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Ohio. University. Christie believes that witnessing the excitement and joy that a child expresses when he or she learns something new is one of the greatest benefits of being in education.

Office Manager:

Sue Boshears has been LOL Office manager since 2002. Sue is responsible for all office management tasks, including finances and scheduling. She loves when kids stop by the office to say hello! Sue has an Associate Degree in photography and is constantly taking photos of our kids! Her daughter attends LOL.

Receptionist:

Padgy Schrank has been our receptionist since 2008. She looks forward to coming to work each day and loves the interaction with the kids and parents. She has her own fan club! Her kindness and patience are assets to our program. Her son, Alex, attends LOL. Padgy was a flight attendant for ten years and a stay-at-home mom.

Board of Directors:

Leaves of Learning is coordinated by a voluntary Board of Directors.

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