Activities

Art
is a fascinating thing. It doesn’t even matter if we create it or experience
the work of others; art touches us all. It makes us think, it gives us windows
into the worlds of others, it serves as a record for the general human
experience. Studies show that art has a definite positive
impact on children.
While
schools everywhere are forced to deal with budget cuts, art is often one of the
first things to go. We can guarantee you that’s not the case at our school, and
in fact art is woven into the various subjects as well as taught directly. This
article isn’t a question of whether or not your child will receive art
education at our school - they absolutely will.

If you’re an avid gardener, you’ve likely already started your seeds and planned out your raised beds. You know the sweet reward of eating a sunshine-warmed tomato in the middle of summer, and you’ve seen the many benefits for you and your family that extend far beyond the tasty produce.But if you don’t consider yourself a green thumb? Curious but never felt like you had the time? Are extensive beds not an option for you? Or would you rather start small before committing to anything large? Regardless of the reason, container gardening is an excellent option for everyone. A container garden can be as simple as a single potted marigold on the porch, vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers taking over every possible square inch of your outdoor space, or (most likely) something in between.

It’s no surprise that we tend to spend more time indoors during the winter than we do during the warmer months. While your kids may have a blast playing outside some of the time, they will inevitably get cold at some point and need to come inside. The good news is that doesn’t mean their experiences with the outdoors need to stop!