7th Annual ECSTEM Conference

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Kidspace Children's Museum

The mission of Kidspace Children's Museum is to nurture the potential of all children through kid-driven experiences, inspiring them to become joyful, active learners.

To help us achieve this, we work by the following core values:

Respect—We respect our guests by asking their opinions and listening. We also respect our guests and embrace diversity.
Integrity—We do what we said we will do even when it is not the easy thing to do. We want to be transparent with our finances so our investors know how they are making a difference.
Safety—The safety of our guests comes first. We have a safe environment where young minds of all ages can explore, learn, and have fun.
Experiential Learning—Education is the core of who we are. We believe that when learning becomes fun, the learner does so willingly.

An incredible seed bed of learning and discovery, the purpose of a children's museum is to inspire children to learn and grow, equip parents and teachers, and to be a safe place where learners of all abilities can do so at their own pace and focus on topics of interest to them. This is often referred to as "Free Range Learning." What makes us different from a school is our approach to informal education. We believe in giving our guests hands-on experiences that are relevant and inspiring.

The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens

A private, nonprofit institution, The Huntington was founded in 1919 by Henry E. Huntington, an exceptional businessman who built a financial empire that included railroad companies, utilities, and real estate holdings in Southern California.

Huntington was also a man of vision – with a special interest in books, art, and gardens. During his lifetime, he amassed the core of one of the finest research libraries in the world, established a splendid art collection, and created an array of botanical gardens with plants from a geographic range spanning the globe. These three distinct facets of The Huntington are linked by a devotion to research, education, and beauty.

PBS SoCal

PBS SoCaL is dedicated to educating, entertaining and enlightening viewers throughout the greater Los Angeles region on all media platforms. PBS SoCaL Education serves parents, teachers, and students on-air, online, and through community engagement.

Our major education and engagement initiatives include Ready to Learn and American Graduate, focusing on cradle to career support and resources. PBS SoCaL Education engages audiences across three major platforms: in the home, in the classroom, and in the community.

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Stratford School

Established in 1999, Stratford School is a leading independent private school founded on the belief that education is a significant influence in the life of a child. Stratford offers an accelerated curriculum from preschool through eighth grade with an emphasis in the areas of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) that incorporates music, physical education, foreign language, and social skills development. Stratford's goal is to prepare and mentor students for admission to competitive high schools and colleges. All students are provided the necessary tools to excel, and are encouraged to participate actively in leadership, community service, and extracurricular activities. Visit http://www.stratfordschools.com for more information.

Pacific Oaks College & Children School

Pacific Oaks College is a nonprofit, accredited higher education institution offering bachelor's-completion and master's programs in human development, counseling, education, early childhood education, and teacher credentialing. The school offers classes at its main campus in Pasadena and at a number of convenient instructional sites throughout California, as well as online.

Founded 70 years ago by a small group of Quaker families, Pacific Oaks College has remained dedicated to the fundamental Quaker principles of inclusion, social justice, and the valuing of every human being. Three basic concepts underlie the educational philosophy at Pacific Oaks:

• that every individual has a fundamental worth;
• that growth is a dynamic and life-long process;
• and that every individual has a unique identity and human potential.

Pacific Oaks has a long history of serving non-traditional and adult students and has become known and recognized for its progressive approach to teaching and learning—valuing real-world experiences in addition to academic achievements. This philosophy is embodied in the school's Experiential Learning approach, and opportunities such as the Credit for Learning from Experience option which allows students to gain academic credit for real-world experiences.

Pacific Oaks is accredited by the WASC Senior Colleges and Universities Commission (WSCUC), and has been since 1959.

Lakeshore Learning

Lakeshore is dedicated to creating innovative educational materials that spark young imaginations, instill a sense of wonder and foster a lifelong love of learning. With materials for infants and toddlers through the 6th grade, we help children reach developmental milestones and achieve educational goals—while still having fun!

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Kohburg

Kohburg has become the world leader in the design, development and manufacturing of safe and quality, institutional furnishings for all educational environments.

Originating from Bavaria, Germany, the small town of Coburg is best known for its innovative and contemporary, architectural and furniture designs dating back to the early 1050s. Due to its royal connections among the royal houses of Europe, Coburg was the center of many royal Ducal weddings and visits; directly influencing its highly fashionable, elegant design styles and skilled craftsmanship.

Kohburg, Inc. has brought its rich tradition to the United States to infuse early childhood educational furnishings with contemporary and refined styling, partnered with unparalleled quality and safety to enhance the aesthetic presentation and durability of each and any classroom.