TerraNichol Academy of the Arts
Weekly Blog August 10th-14th, 2015
Welcome Back
This week in Learning Labs
Next week we look forward to introducing the artist Paul Klee and creating Self Portraits with an abstract twist! We will continue working in learning labs with teachers observing readiness skills as we explore math, literacy, social and science concepts!
Reggio Emilia Through the Eyes Of The Children!
The Reggio Emilia philosophy places so much emphasis on the importance of the physical learning environment that it is often referred to as the "third teacher." In the spirit of inspiration and excitement for the new school year, and in the knowledge that there is always room for growth and change, here is a virtual tour of our sacred space through the eyes of the children - our learning labs, our third teacher.
We hope you will enjoy each blog showcasing pictures of the students learning, investigating, exploring and developing skills throughout the learning environments know as the learning labs.
Welcome New Families
We are so inspired by our new students beginning school for the first time. Supporting students through this time as professionals is an important part of Early Childhood Education. We are working with families to create a schedule and routine for students who experience separation. Thank you for understanding when the teaching team is devoted to working with our new students. In the past week we have seen progress as students begin to understand the daily rhythm, and develop relationships with peers and the teaching team!
The Knapp Family-JacksonThe Mayer Family-Vanessa
The Olmstead Family-Oona's Brother Xander!
The Benefits of Music Workshops
The Benefits of Music Workshops
Music ignites all areas of child development: intellectual, social and emotional, motor, language, and overall literacy. It helps the body and the mind work together. Exposing children to music during early development helps them learn the sounds and meanings of words. Dancing to music helps children build motor skills while allowing them to practice self-expression. For children and adults, music helps strengthen memory skills.
In addition to the other benefits of music, it also provides us with joy. Just think about listening to a good song on the car radio with the window down on a beautiful day. That's joy
Let's celebrate the joy of music and dancing!
Benefits Of Yoga for Preschoolers
Enhancing Concentration, Increasing flexibility and balance, Improving general well-being, Boosting Confidence, and Relaxing their minds.
Hot tea, lavender eye pillows, warm mediation rocks, and peppermint lavender focus spray. Peaceful way to start our day!
Help Us Grow!
Help us grow!
Your tax-deductible support for the TerraNichol Academy of The Arts School provides essential support that allows our school – and our children – to thrive. From art supplies to teacher salaries to parent trainings, your support goes directly to everything that makes the TerraNichol Academy Of The Arts unique. Every dollar will help our school shine a little brighter now and for future generations of children, parents, and teachers.
How can you support the early educational program here at TerraNichol Academy Of The Arts?
Amazon Wish List
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TerraSoul Eco Essentials School Store
Buy Brick Program
Co-Op Parent Volunteer Program
Featured Product of The Week
Featured product of the week from our eco friendly school store.
TerraSoul Eco Essentials
Bugs BeWare- Finally a safe and all natural way to repel pesky bugs. Formulated with pure, organic essentials oils to naturally keep bugs at bay and keep your body in a protective cocoon from bugs. Tree Hugger Approved!
Camping+Fishing+Hiking+Gardneing+Beach+School Playscape
Price $10
Store open to the public
Store Hours: 8am-9am & 1pm to 5pm.
What's New At TerraNichol Academy Of The Arts?
New Innovative Atelier "Art Studio"! Thank you Lynn Wiggs for our new art easels.
The Reggio Emilia approach to art explores how the experiences of young children interacting with natural resources and art materials in the Atelier/Art Studio affect the construction and expression of thought and learning.
Featured Artist this month Frida Kahlo and Klee.
New Book Shelfs to store and all our wonderful books.
Parent Communication
Parent Boards located throughout the school.
Calendar Boards throughout the school.
School Blog and School Facebook Fan Page
Parent Resource Books
Parent Communication Book
Computer daily Messages
Curriculum Boards
Project Boards
Student File Folders
We have the school year great expectations school book located in the rock room. Don't forget to write a message for the school year.
All Forms for Miss Terra or Miss Michelle can be submitted to our blue wire mailbox in the rock room.
Any messages about attendance, student information, doctor's appointments, or absents can be written in the parent communication book.
Sign up for the 12 hour volunteer hours in our volunteer book located in the rock room.
Make sure to check your child's school student file folder in the morning and in the afternoon. School student file folder is only for school use.
Student School Folder File
Project Boards
Parent Curriculum Resource Book
The Best Compliment To Our Program Is Parent Referrals.
Upcoming Tours:
September 14th @4:30pm
October 12th @4:30pm
November 9th @4:30pm
December 14th @4:30pm
Come and Explore our Reggio Emilia program at TerraNichol Academy acclaimed for the stunning environments, their educators who create, provoke and dazzle the students senses, invite curiosity and discovery, and most importantly, foster strong, respectful meaningful relationships.
Come learn about the values for children in the program:
Being a home away from home
connecting children to their families
helping children to be powerful and active
being a steward of the natural world
seeing oneself as a capable learner
recognizing and being curious about
We provide a school environment that is beautiful and taken care of with an attitude of care so that parents, children, and teachers want to come to school everyday.
It is with intelligent heart and courage that we continue our goals and vision to continue to proceed the work of a child.
RSVP today!
Submit a letter of intent by visiting our website if you will be attending the Tour.
TerraNichol Academy of the Arts
Email: terranicholacademy@gmail.com
Website: www.terranichol.com
Location: 701 Old Englewood Road, Englewood, FL, United States
Phone: 941-474-3000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terranicholacademy
Twitter: @terranichol