About Us
The Preschool Fine Arts Co-operative is a parent-run, not-for-profit organization. That means that the Preschool Fine Arts Co-operative is cost competitive with other pre-schools, while also providing exceptional educational value for your child. Our certified instructors adhere to the Preschool Fine Arts Co-operative philosophy of emphasizing creative artistic expression to encourage creative thinking and problem solving.
Our Philosophy Is:
· To provide a stimulating environment full of opportunities to experiment with materials and ideas
· To allow children the freedom to choose their own way of working and to choose the contents of their work
· To value the experimental process over the creation of an end product
· To stimulate thoughts and feelings which the children are encouraged to share with others
Jodi Sobool - Teacher / Coordinator
Jodi is the Teacher and Coordinator at the Preschool Fine Arts Co-op. Jodi has a Bachelor of Education degree (Elementary) from the University of Saskatchewan, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She has spent a number of years as a classroom teacher, as well as a substitute teacher, before teaching preschool. Jodi has also been involved in coordinating children’s programs with the City of Saskatoon and providing classroom assistance for children with special needs.
Jodi brings with her to this unique preschool program, experience as an elementary and middle years teacher, as well as having many years of piano and vocal training. Jodi’s zest for life and new experiences is what drives her to continually explore new and creative ways for children to express themselves through movement, music, and visual art. All the while, she is preparing them for the introductory knowledge needed for Kindergarten. And when Jodi is not working, she is enjoying time with her family, running, participating in yoga, and volunteering in her community.
Jodi’s family, who relocated to Regina in 2006, includes her husband, son, and four cats. Jodi spent a few years at home with her son, enjoying the rewards of being a full time mom. In 2009, when it was time for her son to start preschool, Jodi was drawn to the unique program of the Preschool Fine Arts Co-op. From there, she got involved in substituting for the teachers at the preschool and was then offered a part time position as the teacher’s assistant. Enjoying the program and the young students so much, led Jodi to jump at the chance to continue with the Preschool as the Teacher/Coordinator in December 2012.
Laura French - Teacher
Laura began teaching at the preschool in 2020. She holds a BA/B.Ed. from the University of Regina and taught in the Regina Catholic and Prairie Valley school divisions before staying at home with her children who attended the preschool. In her free time, she likes to read, cook, and travel.
