CAC’s Mini Makers program returns for Winter/Spring 2025!

CAC is thrilled to announce that our Mini Makers program will return in the Winter/Spring 2025 for another year of creativity. Mini Makers is a process art education program for students ages 3.5-5 with a mission to nurture each individual’s learning process and instill lifelong habits of creativity. Our play-based curriculum gives students the opportunity to explore and create in a safe and supportive environment, while building important skills such as idea generation, problem solving, and social skills.

Days & Times

This Fall, Mini Makers will meet Tuesday and Thursday mornings starting January 14 -May 23 from 9:30 am - 12 pm.

Class Size & Instructors

The Mini Makers program will accept 18 students each semester between the ages of 3.5 - 5 years old (MUST BE POTTY-TRAINED). The classroom will have one bilingual (Spanish/English) lead teacher as well as 2 assistant teachers. Space is limited and students will need to apply and be accepted.

Curriculum

Mini Makers is a process art education program. Utilizing a creative Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, the students will explore exciting topics and materials each month while learning and creating in a safe and welcoming space. Students will also be introduced to dance, music and movement with help from guest teaching artists.

Classroom Environment

CAC’s Mini Makers classroom is on CAC’s third floor and includes height-adjustable tables and appropriately-sized chairs, sensory tables and a quiet corner, as well as age-appropriate books, manipulatives and toys.

Program Cost

This program is completely free through the generosity of the Kathy and Jerry Wood Foundation.

Registration Info

Students must apply using the form below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the program is full. CAC will admit students based on specific criteria as outlined in the program’s funding guidelines. CAC’s staff will review each application and respond within 3 business days (Monday - Thursday). Please note CAC will be closed for the holidays starting on December 20th and will reopen on January 2nd.

Please complete the following form to apply.

Name

First Name

Last Name

Date of Birth

Child's Age as of January, 2025

Name of the Parent/Guardian

First Name

Last Name

Parent/Guardian Email Address

Parent/Guardian's Relationship to the Student

Authorized for Pick up

Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal Code

Country

Phone Number

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Does your child have allergies, medical issues, or anything else we should know?

If none, please write 'no.'

Parent/Guardian's Place of Employment

If not employed, write 'unemployed.'

Household Income Level

Household Size

Ethnicity

Race (Choose only one)

Status

Check all that apply

62 years or older

Female Headed Household

Disabled

None of the above

Are you part of the Judy Center program?

Is there anything else we should know about you or your child?

I hereby certify that the information stated above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge as of the date set forth opposite my signature. I have submitted to Chesapeake Arts Center a copy of my most recent household tax return or other proof of financial income. I also certify that I am the parent or guardian completing this application for said student. I understand that this is an application, not a registration, to the Mini Makers program and that I may or may not be accepted.

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