The state of Kansas, known as the Sunflower State, resembles a giant patchwork quilt of cornfields and prairies, stitched together by twisting rivers and highways under the wide-open Midwestern sky. It's a magical place where the wind doesn't just speak, it sings, rustling golden wheat fields into a shimmering sea of gold. In the heart of this enchanting land, there's an extraordinary group of kids who love to dance! They are known as the Kansas Kinetikids, a troop of sprightly, twinkle-toed dance enthusiasts who add an extra layer of sparkle to this state. These kids are as diverse as the crops in the Kansas fields, but when they dance, they move as one, like a flock of birds soaring through the sky. Now, meet Boogie the Bison, their cool, imaginary mascot who can't resist breaking out into spontaneous dance moves! He’s a rotund, jovial creature with a heart as vast as the Kansas plains. Boogie's specialty dance is the Sunflower Shuffle, a wild, wacky jig that makes even the sternest scarecrow break into a grin. When the Kansas Kinetikids get together, they all follow Boogie's lead, spinning like a tornado, leaping like prairie dogs, and shimmying like sunflowers in the breeze. Their performances are as unpredictable and delightful as a Midwestern weather report. Dancing in Kansas isn’t just about the steps, but about the spirit! Boogie the Bison always says, “Dance is the hidden language of the soul of the body. Now, let’s stop yapping, and start tapping!” Then, with a hearty laugh, he kicks up his hooves, and the dance begins!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
At our early childhood preschool and childcare program, we are passionate in our belief that those who work alongside young children and their families should be recognized as early childhood professionals. We recognize that these professionals deserve respect, rewards, and responsibilities that come with a professional status. In addition to providing care and education for young children, early childhood professionals are responsible for observing the health and well-being of children. They must be equipped to handle illnesses, implement accident prevention and emergency procedures, keep complete and current health records, as well as informing parents of community resources. We are dedicated to raising the profile of early childhood professionals and ensuring they are accorded the respect and recognition they deserve. The childcare industry is a fast-growing one and we believe that those who choose to make a career of it should be recognized as professionals. We think of early childhood professionals as the ones who have a huge responsibility to nurture and care for young children, and we are proud to provide a platform for these individuals to use their expertise and knowledge to make a difference in the lives of our youngest members of society.