Pre-registration is required and class sizes are limited, so call 407-679-7775 to register today!

Mondays – Winter Springs: 

Super Six Weeks! First session, “How Does Your Garden Grow?” runs from September 4th to 

Art with Plants and Nature with Ms. Fabiola

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for Grades  K-2
Using plants as metaphor and medium for artistic creation, this class will introduce students to the work of nature artists such as Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) and John James Audubon (1785-1851). We will use the work of nature artists to teach students about biological processes and local plants. The projects are designed to start the kiddos thinking about nature and the environment.

Science of  Plant Life with Ms. Denise
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for Grades  3-5
Which life forms reproduce at a distance, give rise to offspring miles away and even after death, trick other living things into helping them reproduce, encouraging predators to eat their young as part of their life cycle? Plants! We will study the life cycles by focusing on the plant kingdom, using flowering plants as our examples. During this session, students will have a chance to see how different the life cycles of plants are from animals, as well as how similar.

Art with Plants and Nature with Ms. Fabiola
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades  3-5
Using plants as metaphor and medium for artistic creation, this class will introduce students to the work of nature artists such as Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) and John James Audubon (1785-1851). We will use the work of nature artists to teach students about biological processes and local plants. The projects are designed to start the kiddos thinking about nature and the environment.

Science of  Plant Life with Ms. Denise
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades  K-2
Which life forms reproduce at a distance, give rise to offspring miles away and even after death, trick other living things into helping them reproduce, encouraging predators to eat their young as part of their life cycle? Plants! We will study the life cycles by focusing on the Ppant kingdom, using flowering plants as our examples. During this session, students will have a chance to see how different the life cycles of plants are from animals, as well as how similar.

Lunch Break
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. for Grades K-5
Send your child in with lunch, and they can enjoy a supervised half hour dining with their friends. This is open to all students taking both morning and afternoon classes, and there is no charge.

History & Architecture: Famous Gardens with Ms. Lisa
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades K-2
From the Garden of Cosmic Speculation in Scotland to Keukenhof Garden in the Netherlands, the kiddos will learn about the history and architecture of many of the world’s greatest gardens. They will create and design their very own world-famous garden based off everything they learn.

Geography & Map Skills: What Grows Where with Ms. Denise
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 3-5
Before Google Maps, Google Earth or mobile GPS navigation devices, people used regular old maps to get to the places they needed to go. The ability to read a map, understand the geography around us and give detailed, concise directions is quickly becoming a lost art. What Grows Where is a geography/map-skills class for youngsters, designed to teach them the components and functions of all types of maps, helping them see the wonder of our natural world and gain a context of the geography around us and on our planet. Explore the world, explore what’s around you!

History & Architecture: Famous Gardens with Ms. Lisa
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. for Grades 3-5
From the Garden of Cosmic Speculation in Scotland to Keukenhof Garden in the Netherlands, the kiddos will learn about the history and architecture of many of the world’s greatest gardens. They will create and design their very own world-famous garden based off everything they learn.

Geography & Map Skills: What Grows Where with Ms. Krystin
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. for Grades K-2
Before Google Maps, Google Earth or mobile GPS navigation devices, people used regular old maps to get to the places they needed to go. The ability to read a map, understand the geography around us and give detailed, concise directions is quickly becoming a lost art. What Grows Where is a geography/map-skills class for youngsters, designed to teach them the components and functions of all types of maps, helping them see the wonder of our natural world and gain a context of the geography around us and on our planet. Explore the world, explore what’s around you!

Tuesdays – Winter Springs:

Montessori with Ms. Denise
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  for Grades 1-4
This enrichment program is perfect for the child who learns well in a hands-on environment. As in true Montessori manner, the class size will be kept small. We will explore Math, Language, Geography, Science, Art, Music, and Practical Life. The curriculum will be progressive, and it is advised that your child attend both sessions each week. Students will be allowed to progress at their own rate within each subject area and also be encouraged to explore areas of interest beyond the classroom.

Preschool Montessori with Ms. Lisa
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  for ages 3-5 
This Montessori-based preschool program for ages 3-5 will include a variety of hands-on activities to enhance and inspire your child’s educational exploration. Primary areas of concentration will include Math, Language Arts and Practical Life. Studies show that the earlier children are introduced to math, the easier it is for them to understand and connect  math concepts and facts. Children use concrete materials – such as blocks, beads, and tiles – as they learn. Language Arts includes learning the letter sounds before learning their names, as phonetics is used as a foundation for reading. Basic skills such as handwriting, cutting, sorting, pouring, pin-pushing, geometrical solid recognition and more are also introduced and practiced with an emphasis on promoting self confidence and independence. Children are allowed and encouraged to move around and work at their own pace whether individually or in groups. As Maria Montessori said, “The hand is the chief teacher of the child.”

Wednesdays – Winter Springs:

Creative Writing with Ms. Danica
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for Grades  3-5

Science Exploration with Ms. Denise
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for Grades  K-2
This class offers an activity-based approach to learning science. By engaging in hands-on experiments and activities, students gain a better understanding of the concepts being taught. Look for a creative array of lessons and experiments, designed to capture your child’s attention and create a love of science!

Creative Writing with Ms. Krystin
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades  K-2

Science Exploration with Ms. Denise
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades  3-5
This class offers an activity-based approach to learning science. By engaging in hands-on experiments and activities, students gain a better understanding of the concepts being taught. Look for a creative array of lessons and experiments, designed to capture your child’s attention and create a love of science!

Lunch Break
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. for Grades K-5
Send your child in with lunch, and they can enjoy a supervised half hour dining with their friends.  This is open to all students taking both morning and afternoon classes, and there is no charge.

Art Exploration with Ms. Fabiola
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 1-5
Students will love this exciting class! Taught by award-winning instructor Fabiola Hansen, this class will appeal to any child who loves art. Offering both basic and complex projects which will never repeat, this is not your typical art class. Students will learn to combine art concepts, cultural diversity and art history, as well as add his or her own unique creativity to the projects. Children will be introduced to basic skills and a mix of media with typical projects, and materials will include sketching in pencil and charcoal, chalk and oil pastel work, watercolor painting and clay exploration. Every week is a different adventure. Come see why SPARK! was voted the #1 Art Program In Orlando Nickelodeon’s Parents Choice.

Thursdays – Winter Springs:

Montessori with Ms. Denise
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  for Grades 1-4
This enrichment program is perfect for the child who learns well in a hands-on environment. As in true Montessori manner, the class size will be kept small. We will explore Math, Language, Geography, Science, Art, Music, and Practical Life. The curriculum will be progressive, and it is advised that your child attend both sessions each week. Students will be allowed to progress at their own rate within each subject area and also be encouraged to explore areas of interest beyond the classroom.

Preschool Montessori with Ms. Lisa
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  for ages 3-5 
This Montessori-based preschool program for ages 3-5 will include a variety of hands-on activities to enhance and inspire your child’s educational exploration. Primary areas of concentration will include Math, Language Arts and Practical Life. Studies show that the earlier children are introduced to math, the easier it is for them to understand and connect  math concepts and facts. Children use concrete materials – such as blocks, beads, and tiles – as they learn. Language Arts includes learning the letter sounds before learning their names, as phonetics is used as a foundation for reading. Basic skills such as handwriting, cutting, sorting, pouring, pin-pushing, geometrical solid recognition and more are also introduced and practiced with an emphasis on promoting self-confidence and independence. Children are allowed and encouraged to move around and work at their own pace whether individually or in groups. As Maria Montessori said, “The hand is the chief teacher of the child.”

Middle School IEW Writing with Ms. Karen
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 4-8
Following Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) guidelines, this course introduces writers of all levels to the structure and style of writing. Students will grow in writing confidence and ability as they develop the core strategies of note-making, outlining and summarizing. They will develop in writing maturity as they learn to enhance their prose with stylistic techniques, and they will increase in writing versatility by practicing various forms of writing such as narrative summaries, reports and essays. Students will receive individualized feedback on submitted work and will be challenged to produce their personal best.

Mondays – Lake Mary:

Math in Motion with Ms. Joy
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for Grades 1-4
These fast-paced and exciting weekly workshops are perfect for homeschooled students needing to master the basics while remaining motivated to learn. Multiplication mastery, fractions, place value and decimals are just a few of the topics that will be reviewed in this class. Using a variety of hands-on methodologies like games and class challenges, students will learn and review the basics in a lively setting.

A Cup O’ Tea- British Literature Course- Ms. Barbara Hartwell

Time:  10:00-11:30

(High School)  ($10.00 Notebook fee)

10:30- 12:00 Zoology Lond Animals  (fall) /Flying Animals  (spring)   

(4th-9th)   ($20.00 Journal with mini-books per semester)   (Additional work for Middle and High School Credit)

Living Espanol with Ms. Joy

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades 1-5
Your homeschooler will love learning the Spanish language! Learning a second language during elementary years improves reading skills, English comprehension and math standardized test scores. While learning a second language, the child improves understanding of their native language because they are connecting and comparing the languages. Students also develop stronger problem-solving skills, become more creative and gain an understanding of a different culture.

Lunch Break with Ms. Joy
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. for Grades 1-5
Send your child in with lunch, and they can enjoy a supervised half-hour lunch break with their friends. This is open to all students taking both morning and afternoon classes, and there is no charge.

Science Exploration with Ms. Joy
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 1-4
This class offers an activity-based approach to learning science. By engaging in hands-on experiments and activities, students gain a better understanding of the concepts being taught. Look for a creative array of lessons and experiments, designed to capture your child’s attention and create a love of science!

Intro to Theatre:  Twisted Tales with Ms. Kristie
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. for Grades 1-5
Every kid knows how fairy tales work. The handsome prince saves the beautiful princess and they live happily ever after, right? Well, not in the land of Twisted Tales! This place is full of wild imagination and fun hands-on games. These explorers will help create the characters and the stories from their imaginations and then bring them to life using the magical prop bag. Climb aboard this train for a “fantastical” adventure.

Tuesdays – Lake Mary:

Spark! Your Magic School Bus Ride with Ms. Karen
9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. for Grades 1-5
Fasten your seat belts for an exciting adventure based on the Magic School Bus series. Students will be energized by the eccentric Ms. Frizzle and her inquisitive students. Skills addressed in this class include listening comprehension, summarization and note-taking. But, don’t worry, the “field trip” doesn’t stop there! Students will get messy with hands-on science activities, such as operating a homemade water wheel, creating a cloud in a bowl, dissecting cookie “rocks,” bending a stream of light, completing an electrical circuit and more. This is a ride your child won’t want to miss!

Literature beyond the Lamppost- Narnia, Shakespeare, and other Adventures – Ms. Barbara Hartwell

Time: 9:00-10:30

(5th-9th)  ($20.00 Student Workbook per year)

Five in a Row with Ideas to Go with Ms. Karen

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades 1-5
Based on the time-honored Five in a Row curriculum, this class will invite students to take an active, engaging journey beyond the cover, deep into the heart of literature. Highly-esteemed picture books will provide a springboard into explorations of art, social studies, science, math and writing. Writing, specifically, will be integrated into every class to provide students with opportunities to develop essential writing skills. Students will learn to identify positive character traits, think critically about the stories they hear and ultimately grow their appreciation of literature. Look for ideas and resources each week after class so you can continue to enrich your child at home with this amazing curriculum.

Lunch Break with Ms. Joy
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. for Grades 1-5
Send your child in with lunch, and they can enjoy a supervised half-hour lunch break with their friends. This is open to all students taking both morning and afternoon classes, and there is no charge.

Zoology Land Animals  (fall) /Flying Animals  (spring) – Ms. Barbara Hartwell

Time: 10:30-12:00

(4th-8th)   ($20.00 Journal with mini-books per semester)

Elements of Writing with Ms. Karen

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 4-8
Following Institute for Excellence in Writing (IEW) guidelines, this course introduces writers of all levels to the structure and style of writing. Students will grow in writing confidence and ability as they develop the core strategies of note-making, outlining, and summarizing. They will develop in writing maturity as they learn to enhance their prose with stylistic techniques, and they will increase in writing versatility by practicing various forms of writing such as narrative summaries, reports and essays. Students will receive individualized feedback on submitted work and will be challenged to produce their personal best.

Art Exploration with Ms. Fabiola
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 1-4
Students will love this exciting class! Taught by award-winning instructor Fabiola Hansen, this class will appeal to any child who loves art. Offering both basic and complex projects which will never repeat, this is not your typical art class. Students will learn to combine art concepts, cultural diversity and art history, as well as add his or her own unique creativity to the projects. Children will be introduced to basic skills and a mix of media with typical projects, and materials will include sketching in pencil and charcoal, chalk and oil pastel work, watercolor painting and clay exploration. Every week is a different adventure. Come see why SPARK! was voted the #1 Art Program in Orlando by Nickelodeon’s Parents Choice.

Art 101 for Credit* with Ms. Fabiola
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. for Grades 8-12
Students participating in Art 101, taught by Fabiola Hansen, will receive a comprehensive and enthralling basic art course. Designed for one high school art credit, this class will span the 2012-2013 school year. As a certified teacher and expert art instructor, Ms. Fabiola will be requiring homework from students in order for them to earn a high school credit. Objectives, credit specifications and guidelines will be presented at the first class, which will be September 4, 2012. Space is limited in order to ensure ample time and effective instruction for each student.

* Classes will run 16 weeks in the Fall, 9/6-12/20, and 20 weeks in the Winter/Spring, 1/3-5/29.

Wednesdays – Lake Mary:

Preschool Enrichment Program
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for ages 3-5; $22.00 per day, or prepaid package of 4 for $80.00
Enrich your preschooler with our hands-on, activity-filled preschool enrichment program. This hands-on program will include Spanish, Art and Music. The Preschool Enrichment Program at Spark! is a great way to encourage your child to glean knowledge of a second language, inspire them creatively, and offer them an opportunity for independence. Parents are welcome to drop their child off or wait in our Parents’ Lounge. The limit for this class is 8 students, and all children must be potty trained.

Thursdays – Lake Mary:  

Super Six Weeks! First session, “How Does Your Garden Grow?” runs from September 6th to October 11th

Art with Plants and Nature with Ms. Fabiola
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for Grades  K-2
Students will love using plants as metaphor and medium for artistic creations. The work of famous nature artists such as Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) and John James Audubon (1785-1851) will be explored.

Science of  Plant Life with Ms. Joy
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. for Grades  3-5
Students in this class will enjoy learning the basics of botany and plant life through exploration and hands-on experiments. The life cycle will be examined, using flowering plants as an example. Look for your child’s love of plants to grow after taking this class!

Art with Plants and Nature with Ms. Fabiola
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades  3-5
Students will love using plants as metaphor and medium for artistic creations. The work of famous nature artists such as Maria Sibylla Merian (1647-1717) and John James Audubon (1785-1851) will be explored.

Science of  Plant Life with Ms. Joy
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for Grades  K-2
Students in this class will enjoy learning the basics of botany and plant life through exploration and hands-on experiments. The life cycle will be examined, using flowering plants as an example. Look for your child’s love of plants to grow after taking this class!

Lunch Break with Ms. Joy
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. for Grades 1-5
Send your child in with lunch, and they can enjoy a supervised half-hour dining with their friends.  This is open to all students taking both morning and afternoon classes, and there is no charge.

History & Architecture:  Famous Gardens with Ms. Fabiola
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades K-2
From the Garden of Cosmic Speculation in Scotland to Keukenhof Garden in the Netherlands, your child will learn about the history and architecture of many of the world’s greatest gardens. They will create and design their very own world-famous garden based on the knowledge they have gleaned.

Geography & Map Skills:  What Grows Where with Ms. Kristie
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 3-5
Before Google Maps, Google Earth or mobile GPS navigation devices, people used regular old maps to get to the places they needed to go. The ability to read a map, understand the geography around us and give detailed, concise directions is quickly becoming a lost art. What Grows Where is a geography/map-skills class for youngsters, designed to teach them the components and functions of all types of maps, helping them see the wonder of our natural world and gain a context of the geography around us and on our planet. Explore the world, explore what’s around you!

History & Architecture:  Famous Gardens with Ms. Fabiola
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades 3-5
From the Garden of Cosmic Speculation in Scotland to Keukenhof Garden in the Netherlands, your child will learn about the history and architecture of many of the world’s greatest gardens. They will create and design their very own world-famous garden based on the knowledge they have gleaned.

Geography & Map Skills:  What Grows Where with Ms. Kristie
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for Grades K-2
Before Google Maps, Google Earth or mobile GPS navigation devices, people used regular old maps to get to the places they needed to go. The ability to read a map, understand the geography around us and give detailed, concise directions is quickly becoming a lost art. What Grows Where is a geography/map-skills class for youngsters, designed to teach them the components and functions of all types of maps, helping them see the wonder of our natural world and gain a context of the geography around us and on our planet. Explore the world, explore what’s around you!

Pricing:

60-minute class- $12.00 per class
Package of 10 prepaid 60 minute classes  $115.00
Package of 15 prepaid 60 minute classes  $165.00
Package of 20 prepaid 60 minute classes  $200.00

90-minute class- $15.00 per class
Package of 10 prepaid 90 minute classes  $145.00
Package of 15 prepaid 90 minute classes  $210.00
Package of 20 prepaid 90 minute classes  $260.00

75-minute class- $13.00 per class
Package of 10 prepaid 75 minute classes $125.00
Package of 15 prepaid 75 minute classes $180.00
Package of 20 prepaid 75 minute classes $230.00

Montessori registration fee: $25.00 per year

Some classes may have a small material fee or supply list.