“We are innovative, research driven, child-centered, dynamic, compassionate, and FUN. When students ask if they can try something, our response will be WHY NOT!?”
— Elisabeth Davidson, Program Director
about us
Why Not Workshop is an educational nonprofit which supports students who have difficulty thriving in a traditional school environment. Research shows that trauma not only impacts a child’s development within the classroom, but could also impact the trajectory of a child’s future. This is why it is our team’s goal to provide primary and supplemental educational services in a nontraditional setting.
Students can co-create content instruction through hands-on, real-world, problem-based experiences. Students will have the opportunity to engage in physical activity that improves the connection between the brain and the body before they experience academic demands. At the same time, we can facilitate developmentally appropriate reading, writing, and math experiences. Addressing the needs of students in a low-risk environment using non-threatening methods can create happier, more productive and successful children. Working together, we can help create neighborhoods, communities, and a world in which every child can thrive.
get involved
Want to be a changemaker in a child's life? Take this opportunity to check out our services.
Why Not Workshop is a place where student’s interests and needs, supported by current research, drive the curriculum in an organic and nurturing environment. With your help, we can break down barriers set in place by the current education system.
professional resources
The reason why we do what we do is simple - we’ve done our homework! Our mission is inspired by practicioners, researchers and organizations around the world who have been successful in challenging the way education has always been done.
To learn more about how you can implement research-based strategies that unlock possibilities for students, lets talk about it! Together we can help children reach their highest potential.