Meet the Joy Lab
Ken Sazama — Founder & Director
Education is Ken Sazama’s passion project. A Harvard-educated teacher, Ken has built a successful real estate business in Jamaica Plain. Joy Lab is his return to his first love—education—and a reflection of what he wants for his own children.
Joy Lab’s board of advisors includes Peter Gray, author of Free to Learn: Why Unleashing the Instinct to Play Will Make Our Children Happier, More Self-Reliant, and Better Students for Life.
Anshu Arora
Education Director
Anshu Arora holds a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and has several years of experiences in immersive learning. Her background extends to the public and private sectors as well as homeschooling cooperatives.
At Joy Lab Academy, her pedagogical approach is to allow curiosity to lead the way. Outside of education, she is exploring breath work and mindfulness practices as part of her wellness journey.
Nadia Manuel
Operations Director
“I’ve lived a thousand lives through the books I’ve read and the stories I’ve written.”
Nadia holds an MFA in Creative Writing and has spent many years exploring the power of narrative. As Operations Director, she brings many years of corporate administration and organizational management, along with a passion for building strong systems and meaningful community.
She is committed to fostering an environment for learners to thrive here at Joy Lab.