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SHADES
Our Programs
STEM Centers
This is the area of the program where children have the opportunity to participate in self-directed Science Technology, Engineering and Math activities through games, experiments, puzzles and problem-solving materials. Although this area is self-selected and self-directed, the activities offered in each of the STEM centers is selected with particular skill and competency development in mind. Staff members also engage in the children’s activities to scaffold children’s learning and to expand children’s knowledge. Activities in this area help develop creativity, problem solving, cooperation, socialization, and academic competency.
Creative Arts Centers
This is the area of the program where children have the opportunity to participate in self-directed writing, drawing, sculpture, dramatic play, reading, and music centers using a variety of medium, materials and props that promote creativity, exploration and confidence. Although this area is self-selected and self-directed, the activities offered in each of the Creative Arts centers is selected with particular skill and competency development in mind. Staff members also engage in the children’s activities to scaffold children’s learning and to expand children’s knowledge. Activities in this area help develop creativity, problem solving, cooperation, socialization, and academic competency.
Homework
SHADES of Development staff members are readily available to help children with homework. The academic success of each child in the program is important to SHADES of Development; therefore, SHADES coordinates with classroom teachers and parents to develop individualized homework plans in order to assist children in the most appropriate ways possible.
Club Activities
SHADES of Development offers Club Activities that allow children to explore their unique interests in art, music, science drama, literature, dance
Healthy Lifestyles
SHADES of Development offers the children a mix of adult-directed and child-directed opportunities to learn about health, fitness and nutrition through physical exercise, sports, and nutrition education activities. Fitness activities typically occur in the gym and on the playground. The activities challenge children’s physical limits and
Social/Emotional Competency Program
SHADES of Development incorporates a curriculum called Sanford Harmony into all aspects of our extended learning program. The curriculum focuses on helping children develop relations, communicate positively, problem-solve conflicts, understand empathy and understand social cues and norms. When your child is enrolled in the SHADES program, he/she is assigned to a specific group based on your child’s grade level and/or developmental level. In addition, students in our school-age programs select and are assigned to various clubs throughout the week. Sanford Harmony activities occur in those group setting. Though this embedded curriculum children learn and practice positive character traits such as respect, trustworthiness, honesty, fairness, friendship, community, good decision-making, positive communication, active listening, and conflict resolution.
Leaders In Training (LIT) Program
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