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Special Programs
We have external local businesses whom we have partnered with to provide additional educational and physical fitness opportunities for your child. These businesses have years of experience with young children and we are proud to make them available to our families.
B.A. Tumbler's Tumblebus B.A. Tumbler's Tumblebus is a customized gym on wheels that brings exciting year-round physical fitness activities to our preschool. No matter what the weather brings, they come to our child's school once a week - always bringing something new. They introduce the fundamentals of different sports and help kids improve their cardiovascular and muscular strength, improve their balance and eye-hand coordination and offer basic instruction on healthy nutrition and safety.
Kindermusik Karen Mollins is a dedicated educator and lover of music who brings her enthusiasm to voice students and Kindermusik classes. Karen received her bachelor's degree in music (vocal performance) from Colorado Christian University, and has completed graduate work in special education from the University of San Francisco. She has worked for a number of years as a special educator with Johnston County schools, and is a certified Kindermusik instructor. Karen teaches ABC Music & Me, an award-winning enrichment program for 2 to 6 year olds. This is an early literacy and language program built around music. Using singing, movement, playing musical instruments, and reading beginning music notation, your child gains musical skills as well as literacy skills through a child's most-prized rituals: music and storytime. Carolina Dance Productions Lori Dew is a 1994 graduate of Meredith College, holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Minor in Dance. While attending Meredith College, Lori was a member of the Meredith Dance Theatre (1990-1994) and participated in several American College Dance Festivals. Lori served as president of The Dance Company her senior year and received an award for Performance of the Year. After graduation, Lori went on to teach dance in the Clinton City School System (K-3rd and grades 9-12). She was also the Color Guard instructor for Clinton High School as well as an ACE certified aerobics instructor. Lori has over eleven years of teaching experience. The Preschool Dance Program is specifically designed for boys & girls ages 2-5 years. This fun-filled program introduces children to Dance, Music, and Creative Exploration through the use of Academic Standards, Social Interactions, and Motor Skill Development. This program introduces children to a healthy physical lifestyle, helps them build relationships, make friends, and encourages them to embrace learning through creative outlets and prepare them for learning in an academic environment.
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