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SPRING 2009 CLASS SCHEDULE
For Questions or TO REGISTER by phone, please call Emily, Program Coordinator at 617-375-8159
INFANTS and TODDLERS
JUNIOR GYM CLASS Children 15 to 30 months + Adult Junior Gym is a creative movement class for toddlers using music, props and obstacle courses! Adults help lead children through a variety of fun, imaginative and energetic physical activities where children develop gross motor and social skills by practicing hand-eye coordination, balance, listening and developing those little muscles! Begins April 8 8 Classes $140 (No class on April 22) Wednesdays 10:00 – 10:45 am Location: South End House, 48 Rutland St. Instructor: Shannon Nelson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services, with a concentration in youth work. She is the director of Mama and Me which provides enrichment classes for children and fitness for mothers. For more information on her programs visit www.mymamaandme.com.
MY GYM FOR TODDLERS Children ages 18 months to 2.5 years + Adult During this structured, age-appropriate class, toddlers will develop better motor coordination skills. Beginning tumbling games, puppets, music and group activities will keep the little ones moving. One of the important benefits provided by the My Gym class is building of confidence and self-esteem. Limited to 12 per class. Begins April 9 8 Classes $150 (No class on April 23) Thursdays SESSION 1 9:15 - 9:55 am SESSION 2 10:05 - 10:45 am Location: South End House, 48 Rutland St. Instructor: An experienced teacher from My Gym Newton staff will lead the children through an energetic series of activities utilizing elements of the My Gym program.
PRESCHOOLERS
CREATIVE ART FOR PRESCHOOLERS Children ages 2 to 4 + Adult. Parents and children will explore the world of art and collaborate on painting, sculpture, and craft projects. The room will be set up with three different stations for you and your child to learn and explore at your own pace. Limited to 10 per class. Begins April 8 8 Classes $130 (No Class on April 22) Wednesdays SESSION 1 9:20 – 10:10am SESSION 2 10:20 – 11:10am SESSION 3 11:20am – 12:10pm
Location: Children’s Art Centre, 36 Rutland St. Instructor: Sara Smith is an artist and sculptor who graduated with a BFA from the Museum of Fine Arts School. Sara has worked for four years teaching art classes to kids in the Boston area. Sara loves doing arts and crafts and exploring materials with children of all ages.
MY GYM FOR PRESCHOOLERS Children ages 2.5 to 4 + Adult. My Gym kids have fun as they exercise and gain strength, balance, coordination, agility and social skills. Listening and comprehension skills improve through structured, challenging activities! Parental involvement is gradually decreased as the child becomes more independent. Limited to 12 per class. Begins April 9 8 Classes $150 (No class on April 23) Thursdays SESSION 1 10:55 - 11:35 am SESSION 2 11: 45 am - 12:25 pm Location: South End House, 48 Rutland Instructor: (See previous bio).
SPANISH AND CREATIVE MOVEMENT Children ages 0 to 4 + Adult. ABC Spanish in Motion is a language program designed to connect and expand worlds and minds. The program is based on 1-2-3 Spanish Together's curriculum and music Children, parents, caregivers and educators are guided through the rewarding adventure of exploring and acquiring a new language. Music and movement are the key elements we utilize to enhance learning. We create a positive association with the language through the use of puppets, toys, games and Latin American instruments. We extend this educational adventure to your home by providing a music CD. Begins March 31 8 Classes $160 (siblings under 6 months attend for free!) (No class April 21) Tuesdays SESSION 1 9:15 - 9:55 am SESSION 2 10:05 - 10:45 am Location: South End House, 48 Rutland St. Instructor: Jouveth Higuera-Shortell is a Venezuelan native. She has taught Spanish in formal, bilingual school settings and in informal tutoring environments. Her passion is exposure to multiculturalism, a world to which she feels proud of belonging. For more information on her programs visit www.ABCSpanishInMotion.com.
Family MUSIC MAKERS Children ages 0 to 4 + Adult. This mixed-age family jam session explores many different ways to be musical: singing, dancing and playing instruments. You’ll also receive two CD’s to take the music home with you! Repertoire includes traditional favorites and our original hits: songs you can groove to. Children and grown-ups will delight in the magic of this music discovery room! Begins April 3 10 Classes $175 - siblings under 6 months attend for free! Fridays 10:00 – 10:45 am (No class on April 24) Location: South End House, 48 Rutland St. Instructor: An experienced teacher from the Family Music Makers staff will lead the class each week. For more information on other programs, please visit www.familymusicmakers.com.
STORY ART Children ages 2.5 to 5 + Adult. Using children's literature, original art and artifacts for inspiration, each week the class will focus on a different theme. We will read a story and then move into a related art project including collage, printmaking, painting, drawing, bookmaking, and weaving! Limited to 10 per class. Begins April 6 8 Classes $125 Mondays 10:00 – 10:50 am (No class on April 20) Location: South End House, 48 Rutland St. Instructor: Marni Kaplan-Earle is a mother, teacher and artist who runs a creative arts studio for young children that focuses on using a creative arts in learning approach to visual language development.
YOGA FOR PRESCHOOLERS Children ages 2 to 4 + Adult. Children and parents will learn basic Yoga positions through the use of imagination and games. In this class yoga will be used to create body awareness and mental focus and also strengthen the connection between parents and children. Begins April 6 8 Classes $130 Mondays 4:00 – 4:50pm (No class on April 20) Location: South End House, 48 Rutland St. Instructor: Abigail Kazlousky has been teaching Yoga for three years. She is currently a dance teacher in Dorchester at The Sarah Greenwood School and also runs her own children’s dance company, The Endless Knot Dance Collective, based in Roxbury, MA.
SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN
ART FOR FAMILIES Children ages 4 to 8 In this class children will explore visual arts by creating projects such as recycled materials sculpture, found objects and collage that will encourage imagination and creative play. Each project will have a different creative theme! Adults may drop children off or stay and participate in the class. Begins April 9 8 Classes $125 Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm (No class on April 23) Location: Children’s Art Centre, 36 Rutland St.
Instructor:
Chelsea Revelle
is a mixed media/assemblage artist with a BFA in
Illustration from Massachusetts College of Art. She enjoys working with
children and encouraging creativity and imagination. BOARD GAMES! Children ages 7 to 10 In this class children will examine their favorite games to inspire original board game designs! Each child will construct two board games with original themes, imaginative layout and creative game pieces. Games will be yours to take home and enjoy with the whole family! Begins April 9 8 Classes $125 Thursdays 4:40 to 5:40 pm (No class on April 23) Location: Children’s Art Centre, 36 Rutland St. Instructor: Chelsea Revelle (see previous bio).
CERAMICS – HANDBUILDING WITH CLAY Children ages 6 to 10 Hurray for clay! In this class children will learn basic hand-building techniques including pinching, coiling and using slabs. Decorating techniques will include painting, scratching and embellishing. Skill building will be supported and experimentation will be encouraged. Project topics will include animals, pots and portraits. Limited to 8 per class. Begins April 8 8 Classes $125 (No class on April 22) Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:00 pm Location: Children’s Art Centre, 36 Rutland St. Instructor: Beth Schmieta is an artist with a BFA from Cooper Union and an MFA in ceramics from RISD. She lives and works in the South End.
TEENS
TEEN PORTFOLIO PROGRAM Open to high-school students, grades 9-12. The Teen Portfolio Program is a FREE art class for high-school students! This class will build technical skills through painting, drawing, printmaking, and other mediums. Each student will be able to develop their own personal style while guiding them through the process of building a portfolio. Spring Session begins March 31st (Students may join at any time throughout the session.) Tuesdays 4:30pm - 7:00pm (No class on April 21) Cost: FREE! Location: Children’s Art Centre, 36 Rutland St. Instructor: Emily Stewart is the Coordinator of the Children’s Art Centre as well as a working artist with experience in a variety of artistic disciplines. She has a degree in illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design. Other visiting artists and instructors to be announced.
APRIL VACATION ARTS PROGRAM! Children will have the opportunity to enjoy a unique mixture of visual art techniques including painting, drawing, sculpture and collage. In addition, they will be exposed to other art forms such as theatre and dance. At the end of the week, children will visit the Museum of Fine Arts to explore exhibits and do a hands-on art project! Eligibility: Children ages 5 – 10 years old Dates and Times: April 21st – 24th Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm Location: The Children’s Art Centre, 36 Rutland St. Cost: $195.00 per child (25% discount for siblings) To Register: Call Emily, Program Coordinator at 617-375-8159.
------- TO REGISTER by phone, please call Emily, Program Coordinator at 617-375-8159 Registration and Program Information: use the Registration Form to register for classes, or call (617) 375-8159 to register over the phone or for more information.
Current on-site programs at the CAC include:
For more information on the Children’s Art Centre or if you are interested in teaching with us, please call 617-375-8150. Last Update: 03/25/2009
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Cultural activity has long played a
critical role in the lives of our participants and the South End/Lower
Roxbury neighborhood. USES’ Children’s Art Centre (CAC) has been a
prominent player in that tradition for many years. Set in a beautiful
South End courtyard, with floor-to-ceiling French doors spanning its
entire length, the CAC is an inspirational site. Incorporated in 1914 by
South End House Settlement, the CAC was the first public fine arts
museum designed exclusively for children. Over the years, the CAC became
a neighborhood tradition and for many years, it brought fine arts and
cultural enrichment to children and families in the community regardless
of race, ethnic background, or ability to pay.