Team Players
The Flowing River School is governed by our Board of Directors and operated by a mostly volunteer staff with additional support and guidance from our Advisory Board.
| Faculty | Board of Directors | Advisory Board |
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Prajna N. Ginty |
Faculty
Prajna Ginty
Volunteer Director /Teacher
Prajna has specialized in the holistic healing profession for 3 decades. She did her graduate studies in Theology and Psychology at Boston University with post-graduate studies in Body Centered Psychotherapy (Hakomi) and Neurological Development. She developed Bodyworks Unlimited Inc. in Mountain View, CA; co-founded The Village School (A Waldorf Method integrated Kindergarten) in Santa Cruz, CA. Prajna parent’s three children, two with special needs and is currently leading women’s embodiment journey’s and studying Remedial Education at Steiner College and H.A.N.D.L.E. with Judith Bluestone.
Jackie is a Feldenkrais Professional Trainer in practice since 1994 with Movement for Life. She teaches children and adults with developmental disabilities or limited movement how to increase their range of motion and movement options in enjoyable ways that improve overall function. Jackie enjoys animals, horse back riding and a variety of dance forms.
Lesli Schwartz
Instructional Assistant
With a B.A. Psychology, Lesli has 15 years of experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities. She worked as an associate teacher for a preschool for 1-1/2 years. Lesli is a yoga devotee dedicated to flexibility. Lesli gracefully uses her talents to guide children toward greater range of motion in their bodies and overall function. Lesli has been working with Prajna’s family for close to two years receiving training in a wide range of holistic modalities.
Emily Ramsey
Instructional Assistant
Emily completed her early childhood education in a Waldorf School and has worked as a caregiver since her teens. She loves helping children, especially helping those with special challenges. She has received training in healing modalities that support children with developmental delays through working with Flowing River. She is currently a student at Chico State majoring in Nutrition. In her spare time you will find her belly dancing, practicing photography or spending time with family.
Randallyne Sacrison
Instructional Assistant
Randi became involved in holistic healthcare while working at the California College of Ayurveda here in Grass Valley. She is currently studying Early Childhood Education at Sierra College. Randi lives with her partner and beautiful 2 year-old son. She brings extreme patience and a fluid attunement to neurologically challenged children. She finds she is happiest when she is working with others and helping to make a difference.
Jennifer Lescher
Instructional Assistant
Jennifer has a B.A. in Art and Community Studies from Santa Cruz. She has used her educational background to teach students various art forms through a program called Artsbridge. Her previous experience working at a women’s crisis center gave her the ability to support others in need. Jen is very glad that we foster sangha and looks forward to helping our river flow.
Sakima is a career change dog from Guide Dogs for the Blind. He is our therapy dog, “the king of relaxation,” a teacher to all.
Board of Directors
Jim Cunningham
Physical Therapist
Jim has been in practice since 1983. As a Lomi Practitioner and Somatic Educator, he has spent many years exploring the body/mind connection and the potential for deep healing through body awareness. Jim is currently completing his Marriage and Family Therapy training.
Robin Fennel
Clinical Social Worker
Robin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has specialized in working with children and adolescents for 23 years. She has worked in various mental health settings and currently has a therapy practice at Kaiser Permanente.
Steve Rogers
Holistic Practitioner
Steve received a BS degree in Business Administration. He has studied many holistic healing techniques such as Brain Gym, Metamorphosis and H.A.N.D.L.E. Steve is a gifted furniture maker who furnished our learning center. He brings a wealth of inspiration and practical ideas to our vision
Richard Morey, MS
Investment Advisor
Richard is a Registered Investment Advisor with over 30 years experience in the non-profit sector including his work with Easter Seals and the Ama Foundation. He is the owner of Secure Retirement Financial Services Corporation in San Ramon, CA. with a long-term interest in fiscal responsibility while attending to unique and challenging situations.
Advisory Board
Lynne Castellucci
Special Education Advocate
Lynn received her formal training in Psychology, is a Special Education Advocate for Developmental Disabilities Area Board III to families with children in special education and individuals served by the Regional Center. Lynne also provides parent and professional training and serves as a community resource for families. Prior to working for the Area Board, Lynne worked with a national non-profit parent support group. She started a local chapter and provided seminars on ADD to professionals and parents. Ms. Castellucci is a parent of two children with special needs and brings to her trainings and presentations insight and compassion only a parent can share.
Prajna , Autumn, Abby and Libby
The Happy Virus
I caught the happy virus last night
When I was out singing beneath the stars.
It is remarkably contagious —
So kiss me.
(Libby’s favorite poem by Hafiz)
“I was neurotic for years. I was anxious and depressed and selfish. Everyone kept telling me to change. I resented them and I agreed with them, and I wanted to change, but simply couldn't, no matter how hard I tried. Then one day someone said to me, "Don't change. I love you just as you are." Those words were music to my ears: "Don't change, Don't change. Don't change . . . I love you as you are." I relaxed. I came alive. And suddenly I changed!”
~ Anthony de Mello