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The Smith School:
The Smith School on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, New York City, is a private, accredited alternative high school offering grades 7-12. As an institution of alternative education, we work to match the diversity and individuality of each student with our creative and innovative teaching strategies, so that proficiency in learning and the self-esteem it brings become the norm. Our faculty members are dedicated and experienced educators, whose commitment to the success and growth of every student helps make Smith a unique and vibrant place.
The Smith School is located at 113 West 86th Street, on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, New York City.
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Roots of the Future Montessori, Clarence
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Situated in Clarence NY, just 30 minutes west of downtown Buffalo, Roots of the Future is a private, nature-based Montessori Pre-school serving children ages 3-6. We offer a three day (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) or five day option. At Roots of the Future, your child is immersed in a Nature-Based education program. The school is set in an environment designed to inspire children to connect with the wonders of nature on a daily basis. We are committed to reducing waste, conserving resources and bettering the natural world. Children carry out tasks and activities that benefit the environment. These include: water conservation, energy conservation, waste reduction, environmental learning through nature walks, use of green pesticides and cleaning supplies, organic gardening, and composting.
Children develop their own will and readiness under the guidance of the teachers. Our classroom environment cultivates the child's own natural desire to learn while encouraging a fascination for learning. Children acquiring basic skills in this natural way gain an early enthusiasm for learning as their inner personal dignity, independence and self-discipline develop.
Nature-Based Montessori Education Program for Children Ages 3-6:
- 3-day (Monday-Wednesday) or 5-day option
- Immersive, Environmentally-Friendly Education
- Children connect with nature
- Environmental Learning
- Water / Energy Conservation
- Organic Gardening
Montessori Curriculum:
- Principle-based Learning
- Developmentally Appropriate Activities
- Uniform Environments and Materials
- Purposeful Work
- Classroom Responsibility
- 3-day (Monday-Wednesday) or 5-day option
- Immersive, Environmentally-Friendly Education
- Children connect with nature
- Environmental Learning
- Water / Energy Conservation
- Organic Gardening
Montessori Curriculum:
- Principle-based Learning
- Developmentally Appropriate Activities
- Uniform Environments and Materials
- Purposeful Work
- Classroom Responsibility
Study Skills for High School Students
Courses / Programs
Developing good study skills in high school will prepare you for academic success in college. Learning how to effectively manage your time, how to prioritize your work and how to retain important information are skills that will be of huge benefit to you throughout your life.
While you still have the support of your teachers in high school, you are expected to think for yourself and to take control of your learning. Whether you're a freshman or a senior, you can improve your study habits by making a few changes to your routine. Your academic success is entirely up to you!
Try to study in quiet environments that are free from distractions - you can't concentrate effectively if you are constantly being interrupted. Have a dedicated study area at home, and use your school library also. If you have disruptive classmates, try to sit as far away from them as possible so you can focus on your teacher.
Create an efficient and realistic study schedule for yourself and stick to it. Study for blocks of 20-50 minutes and make sure you take plenty of breaks. Try to be physically active during your breaks but make sure you return to your study!
While you still have the support of your teachers in high school, you are expected to think for yourself and to take control of your learning. Whether you're a freshman or a senior, you can improve your study habits by making a few changes to your routine. Your academic success is entirely up to you!
Try to study in quiet environments that are free from distractions - you can't concentrate effectively if you are constantly being interrupted. Have a dedicated study area at home, and use your school library also. If you have disruptive classmates, try to sit as far away from them as possible so you can focus on your teacher.
Create an efficient and realistic study schedule for yourself and stick to it. Study for blocks of 20-50 minutes and make sure you take plenty of breaks. Try to be physically active during your breaks but make sure you return to your study!
Study Skills for High School Students:
- Time Management: Use planners, study plans & to-do lists to keep you on track.
- Self-discipline: Attend all classes and meet every deadline for assignments. Set aside time each day for study.
- Focus in class and listen attentively. If you don't understand something, ask questions!
- Effective note-taking: Make sure you record important points.
- Be organized: Keep all of your study materials in one place.
- Have a dedicated study area free of distractions.
- Time Management: Use planners, study plans & to-do lists to keep you on track.
- Self-discipline: Attend all classes and meet every deadline for assignments. Set aside time each day for study.
- Focus in class and listen attentively. If you don't understand something, ask questions!
- Effective note-taking: Make sure you record important points.
- Be organized: Keep all of your study materials in one place.
- Have a dedicated study area free of distractions.
St. James the Apostle School
Courses / Programs
St. James the Apostle School, located in Carmel, Putnam County (50 miles north of Manhattan), New York, is a Catholic elementary school in the Archdiocese of New York offering Pre-Kindergarten through 8 grade programs. Our students are challenged in established academic programs as well as traditional Catholic theology and sacramental preparation. We prepare for our students' future by providing a solid foundation rich in strong moral and ethical values. At St James we emphasize leadership as well as teamwork and great community spirit.
- Pre-K Program
- Full Day Kindergarten
- Elementary School (grade K-5)
- Middle School (grade 6-8)
- Physical Education
- Foreign Language (Italian)
- Art
- Studio Art
- Computer
- Computer Lab
- Smart Boards
- Library
- Band
- Full Day Kindergarten
- Elementary School (grade K-5)
- Middle School (grade 6-8)
- Physical Education
- Foreign Language (Italian)
- Art
- Studio Art
- Computer
- Computer Lab
- Smart Boards
- Library
- Band
The Park Preschool, Downtown Manhattan
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Conveniently located in Greenwich Street in downtown Manhattan NYC, The Park Preschool provides quality preschool and child care programs for children ages 2-5 years old. Licensed and certified by The City of New York Department of Health and Bureau of Day Care, we offer full-day and half-day programs as well as extended day programs. Established in 1989, our preschool was founded on the belief that children learn through play and we have developed a philosophy and curriculum that nurtures each child’s potential growth and instills in them a desire for discovery and challenge and a love for learning. Our goal is to create an inclusive setting that helps all children become self-confident individuals. Within our supportive environment, your child can acquire a positive self-image, a solid sense of security, and a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.
The teachers at The Park Preschool and The Barclay Street School will foster each child’s independent thinking skills and thus help the children become self-confident as they become sensitive to the world around them.
Preschool Programs for kids Ages 2-5:
- Full-day & half-day programs available
- Extended day program
- Mixed age groups of two through five year olds learn how to care, help, work, play and cooperate with each other.
- We focus on personal development and let each child learn and discover at his or her own pace. Learning becomes a positive experience.
- Full-day & half-day programs available
- Extended day program
- Mixed age groups of two through five year olds learn how to care, help, work, play and cooperate with each other.
- We focus on personal development and let each child learn and discover at his or her own pace. Learning becomes a positive experience.
PlayWorks NYC
Courses / Programs
PlayWorks NYC is a pediatric therapy center in Rego Park, Queens that provides physical, occupational and speech and language therapy to children with special needs from infancy through to teenage years. We offer services in a professional, nurturing environment with highly qualified staff. We contract directly with the Department of Education, Early Intervention Agencies and accept private payment. PlayWorks main aim is to provide therapeutic services to children with special needs. We are approved by both the NYS Department of Health & the New York City Board of Education.PlayWorks was born out of a simple love of working with children with special needs and their families. We wanted to have a safe, comfortable, professional place for parents and children to come to for quality therapy. PlayWorks prides itself on offering speech, physical, and occupational therapy with the utmost professionalism in a warm, nurturing environment.
Our mission is to serve children with special needs by enhancing capabilities and fostering independence through high quality therapeutic programs, serve as a resource and respond to the needs of parents, professionals and members of the community.
Pediatric Therapy Program - Specialty Therapies include:
* Occupational Therapy: Our Occupational Therapists help children with play, work, fine-motor and self-care activities to improve independent function.
* Physical Therapy: Our Physical Therapists facilitate a child's age-appropriate gross motor skills.
* Speech Therapy: Our Speech / Language Pathologists help children with articulation, oral motor skills, feeding issues, language comprehension, and phonemic awareness.
* Occupational Therapy: Our Occupational Therapists help children with play, work, fine-motor and self-care activities to improve independent function.
* Physical Therapy: Our Physical Therapists facilitate a child's age-appropriate gross motor skills.
* Speech Therapy: Our Speech / Language Pathologists help children with articulation, oral motor skills, feeding issues, language comprehension, and phonemic awareness.
Christian Central Academy, Williamsville
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Situated just 10 miles northeast of Buffalo NY, Christian Central Academy (CCA) is an independent, inter-denominational, college preparatory Christian school for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. We provide a strong academic program within an evangelical Christian perspective. Christian Central Academy enrolls almost 400 students from 27 different school districts across 3 counties, representing about 90 different churches.Beginning at kindergarten and throughout all grades, we seek to help our students learn and grow to enjoy a liberty that is reasoned out biblically, always knowing that with liberty comes a responsibility for learning and lifestyle.
We have consistently been numbered among the top schools among all the elementary, middle and secondary schools in the eight counties of Western New York by Buffalo Business First's annual "Guide to Western New York schools."
CCA is chartered by and registered with the New York State Board of Regents, accredited by the Middle States Association of Independent Schools, and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International.
Co-Educational College Preparatory Program for students in Grades K-12:
Elementary School Program:
- Primary Division (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade)
- Intermediate Division (3rd - 5th Grade)
Middle School Program:
- Grades 6-8
- Honors Classes
- Accelerated Program
High School Program:
- Grades 9-12
- College Preparatory Curriculum
- Independent Learning Program
- Accelerated Program
- Honors Classes
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Qualified Teacher Assistants
Elementary School Program:
- Primary Division (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade)
- Intermediate Division (3rd - 5th Grade)
Middle School Program:
- Grades 6-8
- Honors Classes
- Accelerated Program
High School Program:
- Grades 9-12
- College Preparatory Curriculum
- Independent Learning Program
- Accelerated Program
- Honors Classes
- Advanced Placement Courses
- Qualified Teacher Assistants