Brandon Royce-Diop

Where do you live? Burnsville, MN

What experiences do you have in educational settings (Montessori or other)? I am a trained social studies teacher and leader in the local education community. My work focuses on building strong collaboration across schools and communities, and rethinking systems so they work better for students and staff alike. I've worked inside and outside of traditional schooling to bring that kind of thinking to life. I was a Montessori child myself, and it's shaped how I think about education ever since.

What do you love about being an Operations Guide? rooting in a genuine connection with visionary teachers, and co-creating space where we can dream and act together as a team towards a common goal is something I am grateful for and something not easily replicated outside of this work.

What drew you to Wildflower?

The people! The Wildflower community naturally attracts some of the most dynamic people I have ever worked with. Once I started working with these people, and using the systems of self-management, I felt a sense of peace and comfort in my work that I had not prior experience.

What is your favorite Montessori material and why:

ALL of the infant materials. Because I am currently using them with my 4 month old, who seems to master a new skill every hour!