Keely Hawkins
Based in Gladstone, Missouri, Keely Hawkins is passionate about early childhood education and fostering meaningful connections between children and the natural world. She has long dreamed of creating a nature-based learning environment for young children. Over the years, her dedication to educating young learners has grown alongside her passion for homeschooling her own children. When the opportunity arose to become state-licensed, it created the perfect path to combine both passions into one meaningful vision.
Keely believes individualized attention is essential for children to thrive during their early years. Her teaching philosophy focuses on nurturing each child’s unique interests, strengths, and developmental pace. She is equally committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and a strong connection to nature.
At Sow and Grow Nature School in Gladstone, Missouri, Keely is committed to providing a child-centered learning environment where children can explore, discover, and grow through hands-on outdoor experiences. Her goal is to foster a lifelong love of learning while supporting each child as an individual.