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The Courage to Succeed: Noelle Joy’s Holistic Approach to Education

The Courage to Succeed Noelle Joy's Holistic Approach to Education
Photo Courtesy: Noelle Joy Sorenson / Leslie Hassler

By: Jennifer Miller

In a world where education often feels impersonal and standardized, Noelle Joy stands out with her approach to holistic and creative learning. With a lifelong dedication to education, Noelle’s journey began in her grandmother’s classroom at just eight years old. Today, she is the founder of One World Learning (O.W.L.), a company that supports children of all ages from Early Childhood Education to Middle School, emphasizing early intervention and reading skills.

A Legacy of Learning

Noelle’s passion for teaching is deeply rooted in her family history. Coming from three generations of educators, she was naturally inclined towards this noble profession. 

“My family owned a teacher’s store, and my mother was an educator, supervisor, and head of curriculum. She published a math book and taught everything from Early Intervention to High School,” Noelle recalls.

A lot of what I do is driven by the memory of her mother, who was three blocks from the Twin Towers in New York City on 911. She was a heroine who made sure every child was dismissed successfully, and the whole time, she was breathing in the smoke from the towers, which resulted in taking her life four years later due to lung cancer.

Honoring her educator lineage, One World Learning was her unique vision, born out of a desire to create an inclusive, creative, holistic environment for children facing various challenges.

At O.W.L., Noelle’s approach is both holistic and creative, aiming to build confidence and academic excellence in children. 

“We provide a support system for parents and children to face behavioral, social, emotional, and academic challenges,” she explains.

 This robust and exciting academic experience helps children create their own visions and realize their dreams.

Overcoming Challenges with Compassion

Noelle acknowledges the challenges she has faced, particularly in scheduling and supporting parents. 

“Today’s parents are juggling so many things just to stay afloat,” she says. 

Her strategy for overcoming these obstacles involves honesty, compassion, and understanding. By empowering parents with knowledge and fostering a consistent, supportive environment, she helps them navigate the complexities of modern parenting.

What sets Noelle apart in her industry is her vast experience across different educational settings and her innovative strategies. She has worked in diverse environments, from impoverished neighborhoods to affluent communities, addressing a wide range of academic and behavioral challenges. 

One of her notable strategies is addressing “splitting,” a manipulation tactic used by children to pit adults against each other. Noelle’s concept of “Unified Clarity of Expectations” helps families overcome this challenge by fostering consistent and collaborative approaches.

Remarkable Success Stories

Noelle’s career is marked by numerous success stories. She has helped children transition from special education to general education, achieve honors despite learning disabilities, and overcome significant academic hurdles. One of her most remarkable cases involved a 13-year-old who couldn’t read a single word. Within eight months, Noelle’s tailored program brought him up to a 3.8-grade reading level.

Testimonials from parents and former students highlight Noelle’s profound impact. 

“Noelle has helped my son overcome many obstacles that doctors and other parents thought he couldn’t overcome,” says a parent of a child with a rare genetic disease. 

One parent shares, “Noelle’s meditation sessions set the stage for a calm and effective learning experience.”

Another parent shares, “She has made a lasting impact on my daughter, who now excels in advanced classes.”

Vision for the Future

Looking ahead, Noelle envisions expanding her reach through public speaking, small group instruction on Zoom, and creating an evergreen online support group for parents. She is excited about her new system, “Unified Clarity of Expectations,” which aims to address severe behavioral challenges in children by promoting consistent and collaborative strategies among adults.

Noelle’s dedication to nurturing minds and transforming lives through education is truly inspiring. With her innovative approaches and unwavering commitment, she continues to make a significant difference in the lives of children and families, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their fullest potential.

Her work is inspiring, uplifting, and hopeful, backed by real results and experience. She supports parents and children without shame, emphasizing the potential for success and the importance of mindset, collaboration, and teamwork.

Noelle Joy’s commitment to holistic and creative learning, coupled with her innovative strategies and profound impact on families, makes her a standout educator and coach. Through One World Learning, she continues to inspire and empower children and their parents, fostering success and confidence for a brighter future.

For more information on Noelle and One World Learning, visit her Facebook page.

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