Hello! My name is Michael Farrell, and I am very excited to be joining the team here at St. Paul's Childhood Center! I studied secondary education at the University of Minnesota Duluth, with an ephesus in social studies. I also have an Associate of Fine Arts from Minneapolis College. I didn't expect to work in early childhood education, but after giving it a try I fell in love with this age group. I have just over five years experience in the field before coming here to SPCC. I live in St. Paul with my partner Courie, her kid Ginger, and our two cats. I am passionate about art, music, biking, and just about anything to do with enjoying nature and the outdoors. I am a social justice warrior, and proud of it! I believe that a strong and positive experience in early childhood education is integral for all children to build a foundation to achieve true equality. I first became interested in the Reggio Emilia approach while working at a Montessori preschool, and know my teaching style will lend itself perfectly to our schools pedagogi. One of my favorite parts about being a preschool teacher is that it helps me to hold on to the natural curiosity and wonder of life that we are all born with. My goal as a teacher is to help create a safe, fun, and exciting environment where children can discover themselves as they realize their relation to the world around them.