About Us
My name is Rachel Harwood. I am a stay-at-home mom of three young children. For the last few summers I have wanted to incorporate some kind of educational curriculum into my childrens' daily routine. Each summer, I've found myself overwhelmed with putting something together that I felt I could manage with all of the other responsibilities I had around the home. I realized the need for something that was simple, yet fun, and right there when I needed it. That led me to creating exactly that: A fun, simple educational program that stay-at-home moms and other caregivers could
have at their fingertips. That is why I created the Sun Scholars Summer Program.
Other than my experience as a mom, I have worked with young children throughout my life in the role of caregiver and teacher. I have a Bachelor of Science with honors in Business Administration from the University of Oregon in 2000, and a Bachelor of Education from The University of Western Ontario in 2006. I have been a certified teacher through the Ontario College of Teachers in Ontario, Canada since 2006. I have had additional education training in TRIBES Learning Communities and Special Education. For three years I have also acted as a Girl Scout troop leader for my daughter's Daisy troop. Most recently, I have worked as a teacher at the Teda International School in China, where my family is currently living.
The Sun Scholars Summer Program is not only something I've created, but something that I use. It is something that I have designed with my children in mind. If a busy mom like me can make this work, then anyone can! Your children can have a fun and educational summer vacation!