Emerging Academics
*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 12/09/2022
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This class is ideal for kids who are ready for a relaxed kindergarten experience. Our strategies rely heavily on undirected but carefully constructed play opportunities, adult-directed games, puzzles, music activities, dance parties, playground time, art projects, science experiments, story-time and more. This is how we build literacy (English and math) skills without forcing the kids to sit at desks and "be on task". Our approach is positive, peaceful and student-responsive. We do not have a pat curriculum that we impose on every class the same way. We create a customized curriculum for each group of students each semester to be sure that we are meeting the needs and interests of all students in each class. We encourage kids to espress themselves, honor their agency and help them develop boundary-setting and respecting skills, along with conflict resolution skills. In addition to a rich academic expereince, students benefit from ample time to play, make friends and build social skills with positive adult support.
Our new Learning Center (see map) is located a 5 minute walk from a beautiful playground that we use frequently. We also have windows that open for fresh air exchange when we are inside and medical-grade air purifiers for when the windows need to be closed. Most rooms have sinks in them for easy access to hand-washing.
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