After school programs offer a safe and rewarding atmosphere
for children to excel in their existing talents and skills. They also provide
exciting opportunities for children to be introduced to new interests related to art, sports
and academic subjects. Under professional supervision, children appreciate
engaging in fun activities that contribute to their personal, academic,
physical and social development.
The increased time spent in participating in academic activities in an informal
setting naturally pays off in good grades. It also offers insights as to
understanding practical applications involving math, science, language arts and
other subjects. For example, Fairmont offers Robotics and Engineering with
Legos - Gadgets and Gizmos, which enables
elementary students to explore concepts of engineering, architecture and
physics while building “real life” objects with Legos. This is just one of many opportunities for
children to enjoy the afternoon with friends while learning and discovering
possible career interests.
For preschoolers who want to move, Fairmont offers age
appropriate after school sports and dance classes. From an early age, they develop skills and
confidence necessary to excel in future organized sports and performing arts
productions. For example there is a Pee Wee Dance and Creative Movement, which
introduces little ones to rhythm, jazz, tap and ballet dance techniques.
After school programs help children appreciate fine arts and
culture. From learning Spanish and French to exploring different art media
using charcoal, art pencils, acrylics and watercolors, Fairmont students
discover talents they thought they never had and take the first steps in
becoming true global citizens.
In our busy world where time can be our most precious
commodity, after school programs make any given afternoon become an exciting
adventure. It also reassures parents
that their children are safe and having fun with their peers while participating in a beneficial activity.
Contributed by Doug Fleischli, Fairmont Private Schools
Image credit: King Tiger