4POINTS ACADEMY K-8 PRIVATE SCHOOL
A school that inspires academic & social growth
In this February Newsletter, read about the following:
The Advantages of a Small School Environment - Part 2
Science PBL - Science meets Architecture, Pwr Point Presentation & Public Speaking Skills
- 4PA Open House - Feb 13th and 27th, 2019
2nd Annual Children's Business Fair - Saturday, April 27, 2019, 10.30am - 12.30pm!
Afterschool Programs Overview
Summer Care & Summer Camps - Registration open!
Advantages of a Small School Environment - Part 2
Last month we featured an article by Bruce Barker where he discusses some of the advantages of a small school environment. This month we continue to highlight some of the points raised in the article.
ADMINISTRATION
Small schools are manageable. There is usually less red tape and fewer regulations. Scheduling is much more flexible than in a large school, and schedules can be easily altered to accommodate instructional activities.
- We definitely agree with this observation. With a small school we have the flexibility to integrate project based learning, field trips, or just utilize an alternate approach to teaching a topic - in part because we are not bound by a rigid school calendar and are not having to focus on getting our kids ready for the STAAR exam.
- Our directors interact daily with our teachers, parents, and students to keep track of what is happening in the school and in order to be as responsive as needed.
CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
Due to low pupil/teacher ratios, the school is more likely to be learner-centered, with strong emphasis placed on individualized and small group instruction. By contrast, large schools with large class sizes have traditionally led to reliance on lecture and objective tests that stress recall. The potential for student self identity, participation, and expression is thereby enhanced in small schools.
- Exactly on point! At 4PA we are all about our students, and our curriculum and instruction are adapted to the needs of our students. We assess and analyze the needs of each student and integrate strategies to address the individual student's needs.
Join us next month for the final part of our review of this article.
Click here to read the full article
4PA is a community that is passionate about learning!
Science Project - Force & Motion
This project highlights the following components of the 21st century approach to education being provided at 4PA: hands on learning through labs and PBLs; using technology tools, such as Power Point and Skype; and developing Public Speaking and Presentation skills.
Let's Make a Plan
Designing & Sketching
Collaborative Working via Skype!
OPEN HOUSE -- WEDNESDAY - Feb 13 and Feb 27
10:30 - 11:30AM
2nd Annual 4PA Children's Business Fair - April 27th -- 10:30am-12:30pm at Towne Square, Steiner Ranch
Registration is open for children who wish to participate in the Biz Fair and market their business/products. Click here for registration page
To learn more about our Business Fair, Click Here
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
- Mindquest - after school care with homework help, academic and enrichment classes
- Enrichment classes - Singapore Math, Mandarin, Spanish, Art
- Tutoring - Language arts (K-8) and Math (K-12)
After School Care - MindQuest
Enrichment Classes
Academic Tutoring
Summer Quest Program - Have Your Child Spend His/Her Summer With Us!
SUMMER QUEST Full Day Program includes weekly selection from a variety of IQuest Camps. Parents can enroll in a single week or multiple weeks. Program caters to children Ages 5-14(approximately Grades K-8) and incorporates camp activities, academic games, reading and writing, chess play, indoor and outdoor fun, and more. EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT - use code quest2019 at registration to get 10% off before February 28th.
Summer Camps - HALF DAY & FULL DAY OPTIONS
A WIDE VARIETY OF SUMMER CAMPS TO CHOOSE FROM
MAY 28 - AUG 9 (EXCLUDING JULY 4TH WEEK)
IQuest summer camps are half-day camps and last for 1 week (Mon-Fri). A parent can elect to have a full day that includes a morning camp (9a-12p) and an afternoon camp (1p-4p), with supervised lunch time. Camps offered include: Art, LEGO, Creative Writing Camps, Reading Camps, Science and Engineering (STEM) Camps, Drone Piloting, Programming/Coding, Robotics, and Spanish & Chinese. EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT - use code Camps2019 at registration to get $25 off though February 28, 2019.
February
- February - Black History Month
- February 13th and 27th - Open House
- February 15th - 4PA closed -- Afterschool programs open
- February 18th - President's Day - School and Afterschool closed
4Points Academy
IQuest is our afterschool program which provides afterschool care, enrichment classes, and tutoring. IQuest also provides summer camps and other special programs for kids in the surrounding neighborhoods of Four Points, Lakeway, & Cedar Park. Call 512.537.7664 for info.
Email: iquest@4pointsacademy.com
Website: www.4pointsacademy.com
Location: 5145 Ranch Road 620 North, Austin, TX, United States
Phone: 512.991.7950
Facebook: facebook.com/4pointsacademy