Paideia Academies Inc

A message from Dr. Winsor. In Part 1, I use a 2015 Sierra trek over Kearsarge Pass to show how mosquitoes narrowed attention, thinned patience, and made relief feel more urgent than wonder. That wilderness lesson becomes a metaphor for the modern Attention Economy: not always dramatic, but erosive—small interruptions that slowly train the inner life away from presence.
Enjoy!
Dr. Winsor

The Attention Economy: Of Mosquitoes and Lures — Part 1: Mosquitoes Some wilderness threats come as storms. Others come with a whine in the ear. Part 1 of The Attention Economy explores the mosquito side of modern life: small, relentless interruptions that thin patience, fracture presence, and make relief feel more urgent than wonder.

Okay but imagine starting your day with Scooter’s AND supporting Paideia at the same time. ☕️✨

Tomorrow ONLY, every drink run helps give back to our scholars! So whether you need caffeine for drop-off or a little treat after promotion… we got you. 👏🏽

📍Scooter’s Coffee
1575 E Baseline Rd
⏰ 5AM–8PM
🗓️ May 20

Go tell your friends, coworkers, grandma, everybody.💙💛

Meet Ms. Charrlin, our amazing speech therapist who plays such an important role in helping students find their voices and build confidence in communication every single day 💬✨ Whether she’s supporting speech development, language skills, or social communication, she’s always patient, encouraging, and dedicated to helping every student succeed.

When she’s not making a difference on campus, you can probably find her dreaming of her favorite getaway—Myrtle Beach 🌊☀️—or relaxing with her comfort movie series, Harry Potter film series 🪄. She’s a fan of all things pink 💗 and loves a good laugh watching The Other Woman.

A fun fact? Ms. Charrlin has a hidden talent for solving jigsaw puzzles incredibly fast 🧩—a skill that definitely matches her ability to piece together ways to support each student’s unique needs.

We’re so lucky to have Ms. Charrlin helping our students communicate, connect, and thrive! 💛

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Ms. Reynolds 🌟

Meet Ms. Reynolds, our incredible 6th grade Social Studies teacher! With 13 years of teaching experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her classroom. This is her second year at Paideia, and she continues to make a strong impact on her scholars.

Ms. Reynolds creates engaging lessons that bring history and social studies to life, helping students make meaningful connections to the world around them. Her experience and dedication support scholars in thinking critically and growing as learners.

We’re so glad to have Ms. Reynolds as part of the Paideia team! 💙📚

Mrs. Peña is our amazing PE teacher!

She has been in education for a decade and has been part of our school community for the past 3 years.
Originally from Arizona, Mrs. Peña loves exploring nature, spending time with her family, and working on her business outside of school. She also has a small family and the world’s cutest dog! 💚

Some of her favorites include popcorn, chocolate banana peanut butter protein smoothies, kombucha, the color green, and music by Kaytranada. A fun fact about Mrs. Peña is that she can moonwalk—and she once had a Dora haircut in 3rd grade! 😄

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Mr. Meador 🌟

Meet Mr. Meador, our dynamic 6th grade ELA teacher at Paideia! Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, he grew up right down the street from Paideia near 14th St and Roeser. His journey has also taken him to Virginia, Germany, and even a 6-month stay in Mexico.

With 20 years in education, this is his first year at Paideia, and he’s already making a strong impact. Mr. Meador has a big, welcoming presence that makes scholars feel seen, valued, and comfortable in his classroom.

His experience, energy, and connection with students create an environment where learning thrives. We’re excited to have Mr. Meador as part of the Paideia team! 💙

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Ms. Riding 🌟

Meet Ms. Riding, one of Paideia’s dedicated math interventionists! Originally from Wyoming, she brings 18 years of experience in education and has been a valued member of the Paideia community for over 12 years.

Formerly a classroom teacher, Ms. Riding now supports scholars by making math meaningful, fun, and engaging. She has a natural ability to spark curiosity and help students build confidence in their math skills.

Known for her fun personality and excellent work ethic, Ms. Riding creates an environment where scholars feel supported and motivated to grow. We’re so lucky to have her on our team! 💙📚

Excellence in action! Congratulations to Alonzo Pina for making it to the Mathlete National Championships. Keep reaching for greatness, we are so proud of you!💙💛

Our Paideia scholars recently participated in a Vision Clinic with Complete Vision Care!

Scholars received full-service eye exams and glasses fittings to help support healthy vision and academic success. We are grateful for community partnerships that help remove barriers and ensure our scholars are ready to learn, lead, and thrive each day.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this opportunity possible for our school community!