Kelly Massey
Director of Preschool-Kindergarten focused on Reggio-inspired early childhood education
Los Angeles, California
Summary
Leader in Reggio-inspired, play-based early childhood education who directs preschool and kindergarten programs and designs emergent, project-based curriculum. wns-la+1
Practitioner and atelierista who integrates art studio practices into early childhood settings, using tools like sandtray practice to support storytelling and sustained creative engagement. exchangepress+1
Contributor to professional discourse on early childhood education through published essays and presentations, communicating classroom strategies and the value of high-quality group care. wns-la+1
Established early childhood administrator recognized within her school community and in nonprofit filings as a senior early childhood leader. propublica+1
Work
Education
Projects
Writing
Why Early Childhood Education Matters More Than Ever
August 22, 2025A blog post articulating the long-term benefits of quality early childhood education, advocating for child-centered, developmentally appropriate, play-based group care and partnership with families.
Sandtray Practice: Weaving Together Verbal and Visual Languages
September 1, 2024Describes adapting sandtray therapy into an atelier-based 'sandtray practice' for early childhood art studios to foster play, storytelling, and focused creative engagement among children.
The Power to Fight Bad Guys and Lift Heavy Things
September 1, 2024An essay-style classroom vignette and reflection on storytelling, identity in play, and relationships in early childhood classrooms, exploring how narrative supports social-emotional learning.