Megan Bennett

Early childhood education meets yoga in Bennett's winning program, "Project C.A.L.M. - Children Achieve Learning through Movement." Hoover Elementary School lacks formal physical education for preschoolers. By introducing students to the fundamentals of yoga, it will enhance their developmental and academic achievement. Students will spend 20 minutes every weekday on structured yoga curriculum that focuses on mind, body, and self. The project will increase relaxation levels in the classroom as students learn stress management and how to increase their self-control. Academic studies have supported that slow, integrative, coherent movement supports brain function and maximizes learning potential. Bennett resides in Tulsa.