Vivian Hobbs has an MS Degree in Industrial Psychology with minors in math and research design. She has held research and math-related positions in Silicon Valley for the last 30 years as well as operated two businesses of her own, including a well known supplemental education franchise.

Throughout the years, Ms. Hobbs has remained involved with children’s education and research on best methods for learning. Last April, she visited the world-renowned pre-schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy to learn more about “Active Learning” for young children.

Ms. Hobbs has watched how children learn for many years. She firmly believes that every child can become an independent learner. She also realizes that families will increasingly need to participate in more academic activities that supplement their children's school experience. Mastery of concepts in math, reading and writing will become more and more crucial in the competitiveness of the emerging global economy.

Pinecone Active Learning focuses on such mastery for children of all ages and abilities. It also helps students learn how to learn.

Ms. Hobbs is thrilled to introduce Pinecone to the Silver Creek / Evergreen Community.