Our Story
Golden Poppy Academy Inc. first sprouted in 2021 when a preschool teacher noticed what a huge need there was for affordable and accessible early intervention and education. Too many families either don’t qualify for free preschool, but also can’t afford the cost of private preschool. Lots of families move too much to sign up for a program that can’t travel with them, or alternatively don’t have transportation options to get their children to a school. Many families cannot send their preschoolers in person due to health compromised individuals within the household. Every family has a unique story and Golden Poppy Academy strives to provide an adaptable, fun, and affordable program for little learners of all needs and populations.
Our Team
Michelle Jace
Founder & Teacher
Michelle is an artist and educator on the autism spectrum located in the greater Los Angeles area. Holding a credential in early childhood special education from the state of California, Michelle has close to a decade of experience in the classroom with children from infancy through elementary school. Michelle received her Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University, Chico and her teaching credential from California State University, Northridge. Currently, she is earning a Master of Liberal Arts from Harvard University through the extension studies school with a concentration in Dramatic Arts. Michelle plans to focus her thesis around using acting and theater techniques to teach and facilitate social emotional skills in young children and people with autism. Michelle had created inclusive theatrical experiences for disabled audiences and participants for a local non-profit theatre company and advocates for equity and inclusion.
Adam C. Murphy
Graphic Designer & Technical Support
Adam holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Art Institute, Santa Monica and has 5+ years of experience in technical support. Adam is Golden Poppy Academy’s resident digital artist, photographer, and website designer.
