About Raising Rooted Hearts
Our Mission
Raising Rooted Hearts is an early childhood co-op community designed for stay-at-home mothers and caregivers. Our mission is for every child to be rooted in love and enriching early childhood experiences that help them reach their full potential, while supporting mothers in their natural desire to nurture their children.
Our Curriculum
Our program features a Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum within a supportive co-op community. In small, diverse groups organized by age, parents will learn how to engage their children in child-led play and inquiry-based projects. Since these play experiences and projects are driven by the interests of the children, each family can participate in deep learning experiences that foster early childhood education. This approach empowers children in critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. The mommy and me aspect of our co-op allows mothers and children to form lasting relationships, culminating in a portfolio that showcases their growth and development throughout the preschool year.
Our Founder
Hello! I’m a stay-at-home mom to two little heartbeats with big imaginations, who inspire me daily to see the world with wonder. They are the reason I began building this co-op community. My journey into early childhood education actually started during college when I worked at The Highlander School in Atlanta, GA. It was there that I was introduced to the Reggio Emilia inspired curriculum, which helped me reimagine the kind of life we offer to children.
I discovered that children are natural investigators—constantly conducting research, testing theories, and making meaning through play. They thrive when given the chance to explore, surrounded by nurturing connections with parents and peers, and when in relationship with the earth itself. This belief continues to guide my vision for our co-op community: creating a space where curiosity, connection, and community can grow together.
~ Shandraya Asante ~