8 Point Learning Program
The 8-Point Learning Program will provide a perfect combination of learning and fun where both boys and girls are encouraged to celebrate their uniqueness and their endless possibilities of success in both academics and the arts while building self esteem and confidence.
Session 1: September 11 – December 15th
Session 2: January 3rd- May 17th
3 Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
*Students who enroll in the second session will receive a free registration for such.
*Two-Day options are available by special request Please contact the office for information and rates.
Registration
There will be a registration fee of $50. This is due with your first tuition payment and
will additionally cover supplies and activities.
The 8 Point Learning Program is under the direction of Debra Sparks Allison who holds a BA in Psychology, a Masters Degree in Education, is a former ballerina, a mother, and grandmother. She has run three dance studios over the course of 30 years, taught at the college level as an adjunct professor and owned and directed a non-profit, 501c3 Ballet Company.
Ms Debra explains, “I was motivated initially by my granddaughter Devlin’s pre-school program, offering little (or no) study in the arts, and a limited emphasis on children of the world and their cultured similarities and differences. With this in mind, I began thinking of how I could provide these, as well as the commonly found curriculum in the traditional pre-school setting. Then the pandemic hit and many families were looking for alternative options for their children’s school in a safe and healthy environment. This is what our 8-step program provides.”
Our 50×50 unimpeded space has plenty of room for playing and moving freely. Our upstairs space is equipped for learning in a one-on-one setting.
Student progress will be measured regularly, and report cards will be given out at the end of each session. All activities throughout the day will relate to the theme of the day. Students provide their own peanut-free lunch. (Refrigerator space is available.) We also offer field trips, seasonal celebrations, and visiting professionals, when appropriate for health and safety.
– School Calendar for 2023-2024
09/11 Session 1 Begins
10/30 Halloween Celebration
11/22 Thanksgiving Feast
11/24 Thanksgiving Holiday – closed
12/15 Last Day of Session 1
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01/03 Session 2 Begins
02/14 Valentines Celebration
3/25-3/29 Spring Break – School Closed
05/17 Last Day of Session 2
Inclement Weather Closing
We are closed for snow/inclement weather when the Council Rock School District is
closed. There are no makeup classes or refunds for inclement weather closings
The 8 Point Curriculum
Literacy
Letter sounds, books, story making, imaginative storytelling, drama based plot study
Mathematics
Number concepts, comparing, classifying, measuring, adding, subtracting
Science
Weather, biology basics/basic anatomy, physical characteristics/human traits, experimentation, basic astronomy
Technology
Tablets, Computers, IPads
Socialization
Group activities, team work, sharing, turn-taking, friendship, social inclusion
Fine/Gross Motor Development
Crafts, finger projects, art projects, athletics, ball handling, coordination and balance
Culture
Geography, children of the world, cultural comparisons, language, French and Spanish language introduction
Creative Expression
Acting/Drama, music, voice, yoga, dance, acrobatics, tumbling
Tuition
Tuition is due the first week of every month and can either be paid with cash or check. Checks should be made out to Debra Sparks. All payments received past the 10th
of each month will incur a $15 late fee each week late. This will be enforced.
We offer tuition payment plans in full or in monthly installments. All payment is
nonrefundable, and there is no refund or credit for any missed classes. All returned
checks will incur a $30 return fee. Payment can be handed in at the front desk, or left in
the lock box to the right of the window.
Monthly Tuition: $415
Payment in Full: $1,550 (session 1)/ $1,970 (session 2)
*5% Sibling Discount
Dance/Acrobatics Class Add On:
$150/month for all 3 classes
$104/month for 2 classes
$54 a month for 1 class
1:30 -2PM Additional Learning Time: $120/month
Tuition payment is non-refundable.