“You were teaching us to be ourselves.” – 10-year-old Student

PURPOSE
Andy Smallman’s core purpose is to empower individuals, particularly young people, to connect with their inherent wisdom and recognize their authentic selves, fostering positive contributions to their communities and the world.

AT A GLANCE
Feel a deeper sense of belonging while having your individuality honored by Andy’s gentle and affirming mentoring conducted through individualized dialogues and/or classes.

FOUNDATIONAL CONCEPTS

• As a human being, you are called to discover and journey toward your true self and to bring your unique gifts to the world.
• Moving toward what you want is a more positive and productive action than moving away from what you don’t want.
• Fully living your life in the present is the best preparation for living a life of meaning in the future.

ABOUT ANDY
Andy is the visionary founding director of the Puget Sound Community School, an innovative educational model focused on student strengths and intrinsic motivation. He has also gained an international reputation for promoting kindness and compassion through initiatives like Kind Living and Secret Agent of Compassion. Currently serving as the principal of Spring Academy, a highly personalized, one-to-one instructional school in Seattle, Andy is dedicated to helping people see the awe both inside themselves and all around them.

“Andy Smallman is a child whisperer. During ‘the time of Covid,’ Andy is a calm presence and thoughtful teacher who is keeping kids mentally healthy.” – Parent