About

It takes a village (or a HIVE)! We hope to be a part of yours on your journey…

Reena Vohra Morgan

EDUCATIONAL COACH, CONSULTANT, PARENT COACH, & FOUNDER of HIVE
Reena is an educator, leader, relationship builder, child advocate, wife, and mother (to 3 amazing girls, pictured above)! With a Master’s Degree in Child Development from the Erikson Institute, and over 20 years of experience, Reena offers guidance and support to educators, parents, and caregivers — helping them better secure on their “oxygen masks,” so that they can better support the children in their care! Reena consults in both the private and public school sectors. Currently, she is the Program Director and teacher trainer with Montessori Residency Chicago & is the Early Childhood Specialist at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School, a Reggio Emilio program! Reena holds various certifications which guide and support her work with teachers and parents. As a certified Parent Coach, Reena offers both group and 1:1 parent support. Reena is both AMS & AMI Montessori certified in Early Childhood & a certified Montessori Coach (via NCMPS). Reena is SEED & Courageous Conversations trained, along with certifications in Positive Discipline (Jane Nelson) & REI (Resources for Infant EduCarers). Reena currently serves as Board President of the Association of Illinois Montessori Schools (AIMS). In combination with theoretical knowledge, practical experience & compassion, Reena partners & tailors a plan to meet your unique needs and goals. She offers concrete strategies & manageable action plans to empower you and your family on your journey!
Reena loves going out for weekend brunch with her family & friends and cuddling up with her various pets (2 cats & dog) with a good book! In her spare time, she enjoys nature walks, bike rides, & yoga!

April Jean-Baptiste

EDUCATIONAL COACH, CONSULTANT, & MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINER
April has been working with children and families in Montessori schools for over 20 years. April was first introduced to the world of Montessori through her two children (now adults) who attended Near North Montessori School in Chicago, starting as toddlers. April’s involvement with Montessori deepened as she observed her children’s experiences and saw their individual spirits celebrated and their thirst for knowledge fostered. So she decided to experience it herself and pursued her Montessori certification. April obtained her 0-3 Montessori Certification through AMI and her 3-6 Early Childhood Certification through AMS. April also recently completed her Montessori Dementia Capable Care certification through the National Center for Montessori and Aging. April finds joy in teaching prenatal workshops, infant massage, and Parent-Infant classes to families as well.
April enjoys all things musical (singing, playing instruments, dancing), as well as reading, yoga and outdoor activities like hiking, camping and recently became a certified TreeKeeper ambassador through the conservation organization Openlands!

HIVE CLIENTS, PARTNERSHIPS, TRAININGS…

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Testimonial:

“It is difficult to articulate how profoundly Reena’s loving guidance and expertise have shaped my own approach to parenting, and I know the same is true for many others who have been lucky enough to have Reena in their families’ lives. Reena is reliably able to help parents navigate the (often rough) waters of parenting with confidence, humor and perspective. She is a compassionate, authentic person and a competent, committed professional. I can think of no greater gift to your family than having Reena help you to navigate those early years of your child’s development. As someone who worked alongside Reena for many years, and benefitted from having her shape the lives of my own children, I can attest that she is truly invaluable to every school and family lucky enough to work with her!” - Dr. Caroline Adelman, Parent and Founder of Chicago Psychotherapy