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Extra-Curricular ClassesIn addition to the age-based classrooms, the following additional classes are also offered at ILC. Click on each box to see a brief class description.
Art ClassesWe are so excited to add art classes to the other fine art and extracurricular activities offered at ILC! Art will be taught by Maggie once a week for the young Preschool through School Age classes. The curriculum will focus on artists and their paintings, and will give students an opportunity to try similar techniques in their own art work. We will look at how artists use shapes and colors, and explore our surroundings to see how art is influenced by the world around us. Students will be encouraged to experiment with materials and designs as they work, as well as fulfill objectives such as shape and color naming, creation of shapes, and correct use of tools, to name a few. |
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Chinese (Mandarin) Lessons
Chinese language lessons are held weekly at two different times at the Learning Center, based upon younger and older age groups. The children practice speaking and writing Chinese, as well as learn songs, phrases and greetings.
Computer Classes: The Fourth R
For a monthly fee, we offer computer classes in association with The Fourth R, a recognized international leader in computer education in over 30 countries. Our computer classes are held weekly in the “tugboat” at the Learning Center. Children are grouped according to age and skill, and the curriculum for younger children stresses a wide range of computer and traditional skills. Students learn about the power of computers for learning, working and playing through personalized computer mastery programs.
As The Fourth R states, “Learning what computers can do is an adventure in fun that will benefit your children for the rest of their lives.”
Kinderdance Classes at the Intergenerational Learning Center
Kinderdance is a program that blends the physical skills of creative movement, gymnastics, fitness and dance with educational concepts. Children learn creative movement, ballet, tap, gymnastics and modern dance skills while also learning colors, numbers, shapes, words, and songs.
All Kinderdance programs stress development of physical and language skills, imagination and socialization while building self-confidence and a positive self-esteem. Kinderdance is taught by certified instructors who specialize in teaching dance, gymnastics and creative movement to young children. Our Kinderdance program is based on an average of four lessons each month.
Our Stretch-n-Grow Exercise Classes
Stretch-n-Grow programs promote exercise and wellness, and are designed to work with toddlers, preschoolers and school-aged children at developmentally appropriate skill levels. Silly socks, clappers, paper plates, discs, pom poms, ropes, cones, parachutes and many, many more fun and practical props are used in every class to get kids excited about exercise.
Stretch-n-Grow classes help in developing good health and fitness habits in young children, and the program is taught at The Learning Center by well-trained Stretch-n-Grow coaches. The program consists of weekly sessions which include exercise, activities and discussions on health and related issues such as nutrition, hygiene, and safety. The monthly cost is $20.
Music Classes at ILC
The Intergenerational Learning Center offers a fun and educational music program. The age of students range from babies to 11 years. For the younger children, we use movement and rhythm to instill music into their everyday life. In other words, it becomes second nature.
For the preschool children, we take familiar songs and change the words and movements to incorporate music theory, instruments, and music symbols. The children learn to play a range of instruments and go away with a basic knowledge of music.
The school age children learn all of the above with advanced theory, rhythm, and note playing. All of the children use fine-tuned listening skills and teamwork to play songs as a class. Children are full of creativity and through music, they are able to open their minds and express themselves.
Step Up To Soccer at the Intergenerational Learning Center
Our summer Soccer Program is a healthy and balanced introduction for a young child to the world of sports. This program supports the use of non-competitive training methods as the best way to develop a healthy, positive outlook in young athletes. It is an environment that promotes task goals and children are evaluated on their skill development and effort and not their comparative performance and ability.
Our program includes one class per week for 8 weeks starting in June. We offer Young Preschool (ages 3 – young 4) and Preschool (ages 4½ - 5½) soccer. The coach brings all the balls and equipment; the kids just need comfortable loose clothing, tennis shoes and socks.
Drama Classes at ILC
We're proud to announce that drama classes have now been added to the curriculum at ILC.
Tom will be teaching drama classes at the center with the Preschool and School Age rooms. These lessons will primarily focus on process-based drama. Process drama focuses on the exploration of dramatic themes rather then the memorization and rehearsals of lines. It allows the participant to have more choices about their experience and it gives the opportunity for everyone to be a “star.” Some of the themes that will be explored are: characterization, movement, improvisation, warm-ups (vocal and physical), vocal projection, articulation, story dramatizations, and much more.