March Madness
Basketball season is upon us! Students have been showing off their skills on the basketball court and cheering on the sidelines with the support of some incredible coaches. The Alumni team earned the win at the first of two games against current SKILLs students. The next game will be held on Friday, March 29th at John Jay College. Check out some photos from the first game!
Spring Shopping Trip!
Students in Functional Math put their budgeting and money knowledge to practical use this month by going shopping for items they need for their busy lives! Students that needed a new community bag were able to explore different stores and buy one with a $30 budget, while students who already had a community bag were encouraged to buy something they can use this spring with a $20 budget. Students traveled to stores like Target, H&M, K-Mart and Macy's. Depending on student preference, students were able to use either cash or their personal debit cards to purchase items.
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Spring Workshops Below you will find information on the workshops we will be offering this Spring. Please pre-register, as space is limited. MONDAYS Relax & Recharge (4pm-5pm): A mindfulness, meditation and healthy snack making workshop. We will focus on learning to listen to what your body needs in order to relax and refuel. We will also focus on being comfortable with being still and unstimulated. Click HERE to register. Fitness Pals (4pm-5:30pm): Learn new moves to help you get in shape and have more energy. Workout with friends in a fun and supportive environment! Click HERE to register. Creative Writing (4pm-5pm): Fancy yourself an author or a poet? Do you want to learn how to easily create short stories and poems that are exciting to read? Do you have a favorite story or poem you would like to discuss? Come to Creative Writing where you can do all this and learn how figures of speech can enhance your writing. Click HERE to register. Planes, Trains & Automobiles (4pm-5:30pm): This workshop will explore different modes of transportation through arts and crafts. These activities will include testing different styles of paper airplanes, building our own vehicles, and going even further by making our very own rockets! We're bringing science and arts and crafts together to have fun learning about how people get around. Click HERE to register. In Tuned (4pm-5pm): This music based workshop will provide an introduction to different genres of music. Students will explore their musical preferences and how it makes them feel. Get to know and connect with others through music! Click HERE to register. TUESDAYS Mini Meals (4pm-5:30pm): Learn to navigate your way through the kitchen. Develop your kitchen safety skills and work to cook simple meals. Click HERE to register. Improv Theater (4pm-5pm): A fun workshop designed to teach students the basics of improv. This workshop will also provide students with an opportunity to work together as a team and enhance their communication skills. The workshop includes role playing, theater games, dance and acting. Click HERE to register. Just Dance (4pm-5pm): Celebrate yourself and express yourself at Just Dance!: a "rhythm dance" workshop. You will have opportunities to explore self-expression through dance tutorials and the Wii game, advocate for song preferences, build confidence, and focus on teamwork and compromise. Click HERE to register. Makeup Club (4pm-5pm): If you like to express yourself with makeup or learn how to, The Makeup Club is for you! You’ll learn different techniques on how to apply makeup and how to keep your brushes clean. Click HERE to register. WEDNESDAYS The Fast & The Curious (4pm-5:30pm): Let’s get outside and move! This workshop will provide students with an opportunity to run, jog or walk in a fun and supportive environment. The Fast & The Curious will take place at Chelsea Park (W 27th St & 9th Ave). Click HERE to register. THURSDAYS Origami (4pm-5pm): Origami is the art of paper folding. The theme for this workshop is nature. We will learn to make origami flowers, trees, animals and more! Click HERE to register. Hair Styling (4pm-5:30pm): Have you ever wanted to learn a skill that will enable you to earn money on your own? Or do you simply want to be better at creating hairstyles for yourself, friends and family? Come learn the art of crochet-braiding, full hair weaving and sewing tracks. Styling has never been this much fun! Click HERE to register. Anime Club (4pm-5pm): Calling all anime lovers! In this club we will make new friends by watching and discussing our favorite anime episodes, and have the opportunity to share our talents through drawing, creative writing, acting, and more if you are so inclined! Click HERE to register. Let's Get Social!
SPROUT
Through contracts with the NYS OPWDD, Sprout offers programs for people with developmental disabilities living in NYC. These programs include: -Brooklyn, Manhattan Queens Weekend Programs: This program provides vacations for adults 22 and older. They offer Friday- Sunday weekend vacations. The program is FREE and transportation is provided. -Brooklyn & Manhattan School Holiday Vacation Programs: A 5 day vacation during the NYC public school winter and spring breaks. This program is FREE and transportation is provided. For more information: http://gosprout.org/vacation-programs/nyc-programs/ PRISMATICA Kaleidoscopic Prisms Exhibit When: March 15 - April 21 Where: Lower Manhattan (75 Wall St., 77 Water St., 32 Old Slip) The Downtown Alliance is bringing Prismatica, an interactive art trail of 25 kaleidoscopes, public plazas at 75 Wall Street, 77 Water St and 32 Old Slip. For five weeks, Prismatica will brighten the highly trafficked path along Gouverneur Lane that leads to the ferries at Pier 11 and showcase how creativity can enliven these spaces and activate the Water Street corridor. This event is free! Call a friend and share a stroll while exploring art in NY. Comments are closed.
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