Weekly Schedule - Fall Program 2021
This fall we are continuing to offer our home school program, this will run 3-5 days per week (9am-3pm) depending on enrollment. In addition to this we are offering after school programs on Tues, Weds and Thurs afternoons from 3:30pm-5pm. And Saturday adventures as well from 10am-3pm.
As always our focus is nature-based and child led. After school and Saturday activities might include: Dungeons and Dragons with Mr Sam, Theater Games with Lauren, Kat & WindRose, Climbing Skills with Mr Sam, Artist & Maker's Space with WindRose & Kat, Shakespeare Explorations with WindRose, Lauren & Kat, Nature Explorations with the crew
As always our focus is nature-based and child led. After school and Saturday activities might include: Dungeons and Dragons with Mr Sam, Theater Games with Lauren, Kat & WindRose, Climbing Skills with Mr Sam, Artist & Maker's Space with WindRose & Kat, Shakespeare Explorations with WindRose, Lauren & Kat, Nature Explorations with the crew
Stated times may vary slightly depending on the children's needs and the weather.
We may need to cut days short or have snow-days if the weather is severe or the temperature drops below 20F
Our Fall Program runs for 12 weeks (with one week break for Thanksgiving), 5 days per week (Mondays-Fridays).
Our first week starts Sept 13. Our last day is Dec 10.
Mondays |
Tuesdays |
Wednesdays |
Thursdays |
Fridays |
Saturdays |
8:45-9:00 Arrival |
8:45-9:00 Arrival |
8:45-9:00 Arrival |
8:45-9:00 Arrival |
8:45-9:00 Arrival |
9:45 Arrival |
Daily Activities |
Daily Activities |
Daily Activities |
Daily Activities |
Daily Activities |
Adventures |
3:00 Pick-up |
3:00 Pick-up |
3:00 Pick-up |
3:00 Pick-up |
3:00 Pick-up |
3:00 Pick-up |
no after-school program |
3:30-5 After-school Program |
3:30-5 After-school Program |
3:30-5 After-school Program |
no after-school program |
now rest... |
Example of our Daily Schedule
8:45-9:00 Drop-off
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mORNING hIKE /nature
Once we arrive and get our things put away we'll head out into nature to get warmed up. As a group, the whole community, has a chance to explore our three acres, the river, the woods, meadow and surrounding area including state forest reservation lands. Guided by Four Winds Staff Woodcraft/Fiber Arts
Simple age appropriate woodcraft or fiber art projects that allow children to explore the joy of making things with their hands. WindRose will guide this class. Caution: Use of knives and wood carving tools story exploration
In Story Exploration this spring we will focus on creating our own stories and bringing them to life on the stage. In groups or individually children will have the opportunity to make up stories, put those stories on the stage, and direct themselves and their peers. Through this work children will deepen their understanding of plot, literacy skills, collaboration, and problem solving while having a wonderful time! Lauren will guide this literary journey. Science Club
Through age-appropriate hands-on experiments, the children will learn about the scientific method. All experiments will be done without the use of harmful chemicals and in a safe environment. Classes will focus on chemistry experiments and natural sciences. These exciting sessions will be lead by Isabel, Beth & Sam Council Meetings
Our Council meetings help us govern our community, these happen, as and when needed. It is a time to sort out the running of our learning community; an opportunity to bring up any issues that need attention, problems shared are problems solved. All children help to create our rules and guidelines, and help enforce them. Democracy in action. Guided by the group & mentors. TAsks & Tidying
Each person in our community agrees to take on certain house keeping tasks, like emptying the compost bins, being the fire keeper or the go-fer. We all share the responsibility of keeping our space clean and neat. Seasonal Activities & Games
The whole community participates in games and fun outside seasonal activities, that connect us to nature and to each other (at a safe distance). Led by Four Winds Staff Preschool Parent/Child Garden
Preschool/Toddler mornings will offer an alternative approach to early socialization and learning. This is a time for young children and caregivers alike to grow together in a calming, natural environment. Activities such as guided toddler yoga, song, cooperative play, nature exploration, art and preschool skills will be offered. This is a time for children to connect to the natural environment and each other while fostering their innate curiosity, desire for sociability, and drive to explore the world around them. Come join us to reconnect yourself and your child to nature in our nurturing, calm and educational environment! Led by Isabel & little Eloise This program is available for parents/guardians and children ages 15 months through four years. Drama/Theater Exploration
Through theater games, character development techniques and basic improvisations, the children get a chance to feed their dramatic skills. Our whole community will explore Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream and perform for family and friends. Guided by WindRose & Lauren Living History
Numbers in Nature
Age appropriate exploration of the natural world through the lens of numbers. Counting, geometry, shapes and some art thrown in for good measure. Guided by Caleb & Isabel More Than S'Mores: Outdoor Cooking
What could be better than making your own meal over a fire? Learning how to cook outdoors equips kids with confidence and self-sufficiency, and it fosters creativity as they develop their own recipes and enjoy their experiments. This course will integrate bushcraft skills with concepts of math, science, social studies, and literacy. We will cover key techniques of outdoor cooking: lighting a fire, cooking in ashes and leaves, steaming over an open fire, and more. Through activities in the outdoor kitchen, kids will learn basic math computations, fractions, and measurement, as well as chemical and physical changes, observation, and data collection. We will explore food from around the world and read about cooking techniques used by a variety of cultures. Each child will be able to delve deeper into his or her own interests and skills by researching a particular ingredient, regional cuisine, cooking technique, or recipe. It's sure to be a delicious adventure! Lead by Caleb |
