Nurturing in children a sense of self, a passion for learning, community, and childhood.
Yearly Traditions
Yearly Traditions
Opening Event
The Attic Schedules an "opening event" picnic on the Wednesday before classes start to gather as a community of families and staff.
Family TripsOptional family trips are usually held twice a year in the fall and spring. These family trips provide a valuable opportunity to build community with Attic families and staff. Typically the fall trip is a 2-3 day weekend, the spring trip is usually a day trip.
Haunted House
The children usually plan a haunted house and Halloween party. In the past, the lower floor of the Attic has been transformed by children into a haunted house and the children have invited friends and family to tour the haunted house. In recent years, the teens have had a dance party.
Valentine Exchange/Senior Center Singing
Usually the children decorate valentine boxes during art the week before Valentines Day. The kids exchange valentines and have an ice cream social or other treat during regular Attic hours. After the party there is an optional singing event at a local senior center.
Attic Play
The Attic has a tradition of producing a "no cut" spring play.
Yearbook Creation
As The Attic draws to a close, the children create a yearbook filled with memories. Everyone is asked to donate pictures taken at The Attic or during Attic events from the current year. These might be pictures taken from classes, family Attic weekends, or special Attic events.