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 Mariah Bankemper
​Captain of Creativity

Hi! I'm Mariah, the founder and director of The Philly Pad. Thank you for visiting. I created The Philly Pad in the summer of 2018 to be a place where kids could have fun and express themselves. I strive to show children how to be compassionate and empathetic friends, courageous explorers, and uninhibited dancers. I love introducing children to STEM concepts, leading experiments, teaching kids yoga, and most importantly talking about our "feelings." When I am not at The Philly Pad I am on my yoga mat, eating veggies or soaking up some sun. 

Olivia Matinas
​First Mate of Freckles & Fun

Hi parents! My name is Olivia, and I am a proud team member of the Philly Pad. After having graduated with my bachelors in Early Childhood Education last year, I joined my friend Mariah at the Pad—and what a blast it has been! I absolutely love observing and encouraging the children’s social-emotional development, curiosity, imagination, and love of all things silly. I hope to always instill a love for reading and making connections, no matter how small. Besides turning the playground into a lunar landing site, I enjoy exploring the grocery store, taking ballet classes, and sipping a cappuccino from any number of Philadelphia cafes.
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Miss Brittany
World Traveler & Math Enthusiast

Hi! I’m Brittany and I am so excited to be joining the Philly Pad this summer! I am a math specialist at Bache-Martin during the school year and live in the neighborhood. I have been teaching for the past 6 years after graduating with my Master’s in Elementary Education from St. Joseph’s University.  I love working with children and letting them explore their own interests. I especially like incorporating math concepts into everyday fun!  When I’m not working with children, I love spending time with Ellie, my golden retriever puppy, running on Kelly Drive, and reading for my monthly book club.

Brittney will be joining the team 5 days a week for the summer of 2019. We are so so lucky to have her on-board! 
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Miss Faatimah

Miss Faatimah might be better known as Captain PickleNickle - She is loads of fun and a great addition to our team! Pic & Bio coming soon! 

Where's The Philly Pad?

What's The Philly Pad? 

The Philly Pad provides children's programming in the heart of Philadelphia’s art museum area. We encourage children to play, create and explore things like science, music, arts, crafts and yoga! 
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Connect with us!

ThePhillyPad@gmail.com
484-393-5088
​@thephillypad
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