Embracing Free Space: Ballet the Key to Efficient Teen Time Management
In today's fast-paced world, where high-achieving teens juggle academics, extracurricular activities, social lives, and family commitments, effective time management is crucial for success and well-being. As an advocate for today's youth, I often find myself emphasizing the value of creating "free
Unleashing Your Child’s Genius
Unleashing Genius! It is so thrilling for me as a teacher, to have the opportunity to watch young people develop and enfold, over time. I remember when I was in 9th grade when my drama teacher, Ms. W~ (Yes, I
Develop your child’s stamina for the New Year!
Happy New Year! How can we develop and improve our stamina in this New Year? Not only for ourselves, but for our children too! According to Mr. Webster, stamina is the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort. That “prolonged state”
The Art of Mastery…
The Art of Mastery as described in Webster's dictionary includes; proficiency, ability, capability; knowledge, understanding, comprehension, familiarity, and command. We are all familiar with the term "Jack-of-All-Trades, Master of None." It's interesting to see how sometimes this is unintentionally translated
The Three Questions… What is Most Important in our World?
"The Three Questions" is based on a story by Leo Tolstoy, written and illustrated by Jon J. Muth. It is a must read for exploring what is most important with your child. Timeless, these questions have been pondered by great thinkers.
Imagination; the Key to Life!
At this time of year, every child's imagination takes flight "as dreams of sugar plums dance through their heads." Why? Because the human experience is all about imagination. It’s about creating all things good. Start with a paint brush or
Competition? Have you taught your child this
essential tool for how to pull away from the crowd like an Olympic athlete? Beyond competition, the world recently watched in awe as USA swimmer, Katie Ledecky, pulled away from the crowd to set a world record and earn another
Can You Answer This Question
Inspired learning starts with a question. "Do you want to know something that you didn't know, that you didn't know?" Those were the words asked of me by my former student, Daniel now a gifted healer. He played the part
Ballet Produces Results at Scripps Performing Arts Academy
A balanced education for all children must include ballet and performing arts. Just ask any Mommy how she feels when she sees her toddler walk on their toes for the very first time. We were all born to dance! Dance
New Year, New Classes, New Performances!
Our All- Youth production of The Nutcracker, performed by Scripps Ballet Theatre and dancers from the Academy was a wonderful success and was enjoyed by over 2,000 audience members this past season! In true Scripps Performing Arts Academy fashion, where we