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Fall 2009 registration will begin on February 6th, 2009. Call our office at 657-2244 for more information and/or to schedule a visit.
Fiddlehead Center for the
Arts is accepting registrations for its original new early
education program, FiddleStarts.
Based on a world-renowned educational approach called Reggio
Emilia, the program is available for three- to five-year-olds,
either two, three or five days a week. It will emphasize
the
arts and communication and will feature music, movement,
work with clay and an introduction to the Spanish language.
Reggio Emilia is a small city in northern Italy that's about
the size of Portland. As they recovered from the WWII devastation
to their town, its people decided to build infant-toddler
centers that emphasized a stimulating environment and a focus
on art and group projects. That pioneering program has since
expanded beyond Italy's borders and there are now Reggio Emilia-inspired
schools in 27 U.S. states, including Maine.
So what is it that makes the program so compelling? Reggio
Emilia educators summarize it with the following principles:
- Emergent Curriculum, in which topics for study are captured
from the children's interests and conversations, or through
community and family events.
- Project Work that is derived from concepts, ideas and
interests that emerge from the group.
- Representational Development, in which the arts are important
tools for cognitive, linguistic and social development.
- Collaborative Work with small or large groups of children.
- Teachers as Researchers, in which teachers become learners
alongside the children.
- Documentation of children engaged in experiences; their
words captured through visual media as they discuss what
they are doing, feeling and thinking.
- The Environment is considered the "third teacher" and
teachers creatively organize space for small and large
group
projects.
"In a classroom that uses the Reggio approach, children can
explore a subject without time limits, which allows for deep
thinking," says Reggio educator Judy Kann. "Although the
teacher will provide direction if necessary, the children
can determine
the direction of each day's learning. The curriculum is flexible
and readily adapted to the children's ideas and interests."
For example, in a traditional classroom, the teacher would
take the lead on an art project-probably the same project
that had been undertaken at the same time each prior year.
However, in a Reggio Emilia-inspired classroom, each day of
each year can be completely different. If the children express
excitement about dinosaurs, they could take the lead on the
construction of a dinosaur sculpture, with the research, measurement
and design executed by them with their teacher's guidance.
Judy Kann will be leading FiddleStarts at Fiddlehead Center
for the Arts starting in September of this year. The program
runs for nine months and classes are Monday through Friday
for children four and five, and Tuesday and Thursday for three
year olds. Parents can decide to enroll their children in
morning or afternoon classes, two, three or five days a week.
Fees vary depending upon the number of days a child is enrolled.
Scheduling,
Tuition and Fees for FiddleStArts 2008 Gray Location
Classes
are available: Half or full days, (5 days) Monday-Friday,
(3
days) Monday/Wednesday/Friday and (2 days) Tues & Thurs to
children 3-5 years old. Classes
run for a total of 36 weeks per year. Non-refundable application
fee: $40.00 (if enrolling
more than one child add additional $20 per child). The initial
payment: Equivalent of one month (see options below) is due
upon registration along with the non-refundable application
fee. Payments thereafter will be made quarterly (first quarter’s
balance due by July 15 then Oct/Jan/Apr) or annually (balance
due by Aug 15) using checks or credit cards, or monthly using
credit cards only (charged automatically to your credit card
on the 15th of every month from Sept through April). Refund
Policy: If applicant withdraws less than 60 days from the first
class or during the school year, the early withdrawal penalty
will be the equivalent of a one month payment plus the application
fee. (Any other monies will be refunded – i.e. if you made
a quarterly payment, etc.) If applicant withdraws 60 days or
more
before the first class, the first month registration payment/deposit
will be returned, however, the application fee will not be
returned.
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Morning Classes
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Afternoon Classes
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Cost and Payment Options
Monthly* Bimonthly Annual
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| Monday-Wednesday-Friday
8:30-11:30am |
Monday-Wednesday-Friday
12:30-3:30pm |
$252/mo* $454 $2268 |
| Tuesday
& Thursday 8:30-11:30am |
Tuesday
& Thursday 12:30-3:30pm |
$168/mo* $302 $1512 |
| Full
day - Tues/Thurs 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
$336/mo* $605 $3024 |
| Full
day - Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
$504/mo* $908 $4536 |
| *Credit
Card Payments Only |
Call
207-657-2244 to register or print out a registration
form now.
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Sign Up Now for FALL ‘09
Did you know that your child can come to FCA 5 days a week from September through June at a great discount!?
Choose 2 group classes per day Monday-Friday each session from any of our classes running from 3:30-5:30.
A great way to enrich your child’s life through the arts and sciences.
Space is limited for Fall 2009 - 2010 - sign up today!
Monthly cost: $250.00 (Just $12.50/day) for K-5th grade
Also, new Middle School program for Fall 09 - 2:30 - 4:30.
For a personalized tour and/or to learn more about this indivualized program
please call Fiddlehead Center at 657-2244.
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Painted Pottery Parties
We'll help you create a birthday party your child will always remember!
 Creating a party is as easy as 1-2-3!
Call Fiddlehead Center to reserve your child's date & time. FMI 657-2244
Party includes:
- 1 hour in our party room
- 1 hour in our pottery room
- A staff member to assist you and your guests with painting
How to plan your party:
1. Choose a date and time (9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., or 1:00 p.m.)
2. Pre-select a Party Package (Minimum of 10 participants)
3. Pay a $35 non-refundable deposit to reserve your date and time. Feel free to bring cake, drinks, pizza, or any other party food to celebrate!
For as little as $12/per person, price includes: pottery, studio time, glazing and firing of pottery.
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There’s no place like H.O.M.E. H.O.M.E. is a partnership designed to ensure all SAD # 15 Gray/New Gloucester students have the opportunity for enrichment in their lives, including academic assistance, art & cultural enrichment, computer skills & computer access, health education, mentoring,
& more. Transportation from SAD # 15 schools to H.O.M.E programs is available!
HOME partners:
- Fiddlehead Center for the Arts
MSAD 15
Pineland Farms
- Pineland YMCA
Look for H.O.M.E. brochures and registrations at Dunn School and Gray Middle School or at Fiddlehead Center for the Arts.
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Vacation Days and Class Closings
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- October 13, 2008 (Columbus Day)
- November 11, 2008 (Veterans Day)
- November 26-28, 2008 (Thanksgiving Week)
- December 22, 2008-January 2, 2009 (Winter Holiday)
- January 19, 2009 (Martin Luther King day)
- February 16-20, 2009 (Vacation)
- April 20-24, 2009 (Vacation)
- May 25, 2009 (Memorial Day)
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We DO have classes on:
- Early Release Days
- Teacher Workshop
Snow days will be announced via local TV and Radio stations
and will usually follow school closings.
Evening classes will be announced by lunchtime.
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