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Yay Learner Inauguration in Ashburn
KAGW is proud to announce the launch of Yay Learner, a new start-up in
Ashburn by two members from our community. Yay Learner is a one-stop
shop for different skills for children ages 7-12. It has been co-founded by Lin
Thomas and Geena Abraham both active KAGW members. Here is our
interview with them
KAGW: What is Yay Learner ?
Yay Learner : Yay Learner is a learning program for children ages 7-12.
Our mission is to help kids learn in a stress-free environment. We offer
Creative Writing, Coding, Public Speaking classes and also have a Book
Publishing initiative
KAGW: This name is pretty unique. What does it mean?
Yay Learner : The Merriam Webster dictionary definition for “Yay” is an expression of joy, approval or excitement. Our vision is to promote learning with enthusiasm. One of the biggest problems facing the youth of today is stress. We hope to create an enthusiasm for learning that our students will carry forward for the rest of their lives
KAGW: What is your motivation behind it or why did you feel the need for such an initiative?
Yay Learner: As moms ourselves, we have been looking for a learning program that motivates children. This program was conceptualized after several years of research to figure out the right balance of challenges that children can handle. Our curriculum was developed with a combination of real life experiences as well as our team’s training and certifications.
KAGW: What is unique about your program?
Yay Learner: Our goal is to continuously integrate feedback into the program. We welcome feedback from parents so we can create a program that truly works. Our Public Speaking program focuses on replacing “fear” with “joy”. Our Writing program stresses on vocabulary development along with creative expression. Our Coding program inculcates logical thinking.
KAGW: Has KAGW played any role in this start-up?
Geena Abraham: Most definitely. Both of us have attended programs hosted by KAGW in the past focusing on youth that inspired us. My children have benefited from participating in Talent Time and a fun platform to develop communication skills is a logical extension of such events.
Lin Thomas: My experience working as KAGW’s Editor has definitely helped inspire the need for a Creative Writing and Publishing platform. In the past, KAGW’s Women’s forum hosted a seminar on small businesses that generated some encouragement in our minds for a startup. I also reminisce the time in 2006, when I helped KAGW launch CrossRoads and then in 2011 worked as the Youth Liaison. Those experiences definitely sparked an interest to combine fun and learning.
KAGW: Any other fun fact to share with our readers?
Yay Learner: Parents have told us that after the free trial class, children have asked the next week if they could go back to Yay Learner. We feel blessed to be able to make this type of a difference in attitude. A true love for learning will create self-motivated learners.
KAGW: How can parents register or find more information?
Yay Learner: We offer free trial classes. Visit our website for more details
You can contact us at lin@yaylearner.com or geena@yaylearner.com if you have additional questions on
our curriculum and our programs.
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