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.

Over the years, Diana has 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 becoming involved in education, Diana was a chemist for DuBois Chemical and a pharmaceutical representative for Whitehall Robbins. She holds a BS in Chemistry. Diana homeschooled her three children, who all attended LOL, and are now in or graduated from 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.

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.

Business Analyst:





Board of Directors:

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

Important Messages

Registration for 2011-12
All registrations are completed online on a first-come, first-served basis. Classes are approved when payment is received. Please send an email with your questions.

LOL Preschool & Kindergarten
Our Montessori program for students ages 3-6 is now open. 2 or 4 mornings/ afternoons/days per week.T/TH AM and/or PM and Wed/.Fri. AM and /or PM sessions. Email us for more information.

LOL After-Care
Students can work on homework, play games, socialize, etc.from 3:30-4:30 PM. Before-care can also be arranged. Please sign up on-line. The cost is $5.00/hr.

Upcoming Events

2/1/2012 9:45-10:45
Parent Meeting

2/3/2012 12:30-12:50
Drama I presents:

2/22/2012 3:45-5:00 PM
High School/College Program

2/26/2012 5:00
Talent Show

3/7/2012 3:30-5:00
9-12 year old party

3/8/2012 9:45-10:45
Parent meeting

3/13/2012 3:30-4:30
6-8 year old party

3/20/2012 All Day
Picture Day

3/23/2012 
Picture Day

3/25/2012 2:00-4:00
World Fair

4/3/2012 One Week
Spring Break Begins