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We love kids! We love helping them to discover their world in a healthy productive way. Day by day the children are gaining skills, confidence and the love of learning.
We are a Montessori Inspired Environment with a hands-on curriculum and expansive exposure to the world around them. This will sharpen their minds, help them to make connections, and set them up for a successful academic experience.
We look forward to sharing this world with your child. This is a healthy, safe environment where every child is smart and talented!
Go Beyond Kids Director,
Taralyn Soresnon
What's in a name?
When Beyond Taekwondo was originally founded in 2002 it was under the name Competitive Taekwondo Club, or CTC. Over time, however, we realized that this name and logo did not represent our full vision, so we changed our name to Beyond Taekwondo, with the red swirls.
- Beyond: Surpassing boundaries, becoming more than expected.
- Taekwondo: At our heart we are Olympic Style Taekwondo, with all of its tradition and history.
- Red Swirls: Continual growth & learning. We are constantly working on improving ourselves to reach the next level, in all areas of life.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is Montessori?
Montessori is a philosophy that believes in following the child. That is a broad term and we can help define it more here at Go Beyond Kids. When you follow a child, it means you follow their interests and give them the boundaries needed so they can thrive as a developing human. We teach them basic self-care skills and how to be a part of a community through the tenets of Montessori which are, cosmic (peace), practical life, and sensorial, along with the academics of science, language and math. As a child learns and grows the teacher helps create the path that will lead them to be successful and that is the philosophy of Montessori.
How do I incorporate Montessori at Home?
Each month we will send home assignments that help strengthen your child’s skills to achieve mastery. We also have resources that can help your home become more child friendly and become more “Montessori”. For example, if your child likes to pour milk you can buy a small pitcher or even use a creamer (these can be found cheaply at thrift stores) and you can pour the milk in the pitcher/ creamer and then the child can successfully pour the pitcher/creamer into a cup or bowl of cereal. They will love that they can do it themselves and this starts building intrinsic value.
Meet Our Directors
Director Taralyn Sorenson
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Miss Taralyn has worked with children for more than 35 years from Montessori teacher, Special Ed teacher, Youth Program Director, and Taekwondo Instructor.
- She is a Montessori Trained teacher with a degree in Psychology and a background in special ed.
- Her mission is to raise strong kids who can problem solve, believe in themselves and reach their personal potential. When she is not teaching, you can find her in the garden, on a mountain bike, or playing games with her family.
Funny story: when her granddaughters started attending they would yell, “Grandma!” And run for hugs whenever she entered the room. The other preschoolers caught the energy and followed suit – so now most of the kids call her grandma, even the ones who aren’t related by blood. That is totally fine by Miss Taralyn. She claims all the kids as her own and is grateful for the love and light they bring into her life.
Assistant Director Chris Johnson
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Chris Johnson was introduced to Montessori 5 years ago and has loved it ever since.
- He is certified in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education.
- His favorite colors are cool colors
- He has two pet parakeets named Mango and Coconut.
- He also has two kids that are 3 and 4 years old.
“I love seeing the child’s growth and I want to see children thrive in an environment that is designed for them to explore.”
Meet Our Teachers
Miss Anna D.
Toddler Teacher
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Miss Anna loves working with out toddlers. And in her spare time she also enjoys embroidery, hammocking, and listening to Taylor Swift.
Miss Anne
Preschool Teacher
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Miss Anne has a BS in Business Management as well as certification in Montessori Early Childhood education. She loves teaching our preschool class. And in her time off she also enjoys reading, running, and sewing.
Miss Tori
Pre-K & Kindergarten Teacher
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I am originally from Southern California, and moved to Utah in 2018 for school. I’m entering my senior year studying psychology at Utah Valley University. After my bachelors I will start a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I currently work with the preschool as part of an internship with UVU. I love teaching language and writing. My favorite part of GoBeyondKids is the growth and goal oriented attitude. When I am not at school or teaching, I love to workout.
Miss Sarah
Kindergarten Teacher
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My name is Sarah Anderson! I am 23 years old. I just graduated from BYU as a human development major. I got married in December and I live in Provo with my husband! My favorite color is purple. My goals in the classroom are to create a safe, happy, loving environment for the kids. Something I love most about kids is how much the world excites them and how the little things bring them joy. My favorite subject to teach is language. I teach preschoolers and kindergarteners, they are my favorite age because they are getting academics but they have so much fun energy still. My favorite part of working at Go Beyond Kids is the individualized environment we provide to the kids.
Miss Bell
After School Teacher
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I am Miss Belle! I am currently going to UVU majoring in elementary education! I have been working with kids for over 2 years, and I love it! My goal is to be a second grade teacher! My favorite part about working with kids is getting to watch them learn and grow! I love all subjects but my favorite subject to teach is science! I teach preschool and elementary ages in our preschool, kindergarten, and after school program, and I love it! My favorite part about working at Go Beyond Kids is getting to know the kids and be part of an amazing community!
Miss Rebekah
Assistant Teacher
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Miss Rebekah is a 3rd degree black belt in Taekwondo from Beyond Sports Taekwondo. She started assisting in the preschool at age 16 and has loved it! She also enjoys singing, dancing, gaming, and puzzles.
Miss Anna B.
Transportation, Snack Coordinator & After School Teacher
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I graduated from high school in Washington State and moved to utah to study at UVU. I am majoring in Child Development and minoring in Criminal Justice. In my time outside the class room I also enjoy ballroom dance and painting.
Miss Grace
Substitute Teacher
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Miss Grace has always loved working with kids and jumped at the opportunity to join Go Beyond Kids in the fall of 2021. She has a love for lanugage and hopes to be a writer one day. Until then, she enjoys bringing that love into our classroom, and enjoys teaching the kids each day.
