Sponsored Post: Dwight Englewood Summer Connections

A division of Dwight-Englewood School (D-E), the mission of D-E 360° Summer Connections is to engage learners in the joy of discovery through a variety of experiences. Summer Connections begins June 27 and runs through August 12, 2016. This exceptional day-camp program is for students entering Preschool (age 3) through Grade 12 in Fall 2016. We deliver outstanding opportunities for engagement in a safe and nurturing environment on our beautiful 45-acre campus. Summer Connections experiences include:

Enrichment in academics & explorations in the arts
Adventures in sports & healthy living
Leadership development & connections to the global world
Innovative approaches to teaching and learning
Integrated technology in classroom instruction

With the opening of the new D-E Hajjar STEM Center, coupled with world-class faculty and innovative approaches to curriculum design, the academic challenges of the Enrichment Program for middle school and the Scholars Program for high school students will provide leading-edge opportunities for academic advancement. The early childhood Discoveries and elementary school Adventures Programs give our youngest campers an imaginative and joyous experience through thematic exploration of literature, sports, science, nature and getting to know the world around them. Our new Deep Dive Immersives provide experiential learning with students having close collaboration with master level faculty, including the NEW! performing arts/musical theatre immersive offering, Broadway Dreams, Bulldog Basketball, String Society for exceptional student musicians, and more. American Camp Association (ACA) accredited. For details, including courses and programs descriptions, schedules, and to register online, visit de360.d-e.org or call 201-227-3144.

Super Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is New York&rsquo;s most popular youth educational soccer program! With 24 years of experience under our cleats, we have positively impacted over one million kids in our local community by putting the FUN in FUNdamentals in our weekly classes and camps. At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve their soccer skills, but develop self-confidence and physical literacy, improve gross motor skills, build teamwork, and hone socialization skills. Our highly trained coaches and early childhood experts lead an age-specific curriculum with a low kid-to-coach ratio so every child gets individual attention and can grow at their own pace. Kids ages 1-12+ can join our seasonal programs, including Parent &amp; Me, FUNdamentals, Development Training, and Travel Soccer. Join us at one of over 80 locations in neighborhoods across across Westchester County, Connecticut and New York, available 7 days-a-week: Connecticut: <ul> <li>Cos Cob</li> <li>Greenwich</li> <li>Port Chester</li> </ul> &nbsp; Westchester: <ul> <li>Briarcliff</li> <li>Eastchester</li> <li>Mt. Kisco</li> <li>New Rochelle</li> <li>Ridgefield</li> <li>Scarsdale</li> <li>White Plains</li> </ul> &nbsp; New York City: <ul> <li>Bronx</li> <li>Inwood</li> <li>Upper West Side</li> <li>Upper East Side</li> </ul> &nbsp; Can&rsquo;t find a class or location that fits your schedule? Soccer Stars also offers private classes for small groups or individual training. Let our coaches come to you with a completely customizable program, anytime, anywhere. Birthday parties are also available!&nbsp;

Yuletide Factory

Fill your hearts with circus cheer&mdash;the merry daredevils of Cirque Mechanics (Zephyr, 2023) are back with an industrial-strength spectacular for you and your kin. Sparkling with holiday spirit, the ever energetic ensemble of acrobats transforms a drab assembly plant into a holly jolly Yuletide Factory! From the wonder of the German wheel to festive flips from the trampoline wall, they dash and dance through a pageant of powerhouse stunts with grins and goodwill. It&rsquo;s high-flying fun, comfort and joy for the whole family!

Dance Workshop - NY

Nestled in the heart of the UES, Dance Workshop is a community-focused studio committed to dance education in a loving and safe environment. Dance Workshop offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre and Acro for ages 2+. They also offer a Pre-Professional Company track for dancers interested in taking their technique to the next level. Trial classes may be scheduled with the studio at the start of the season. Dance with Dance Workshop! MaryAnn Grasso founded Dance Workshop in 1979. Her daughter Nanci later joined her at the helm and in 2016 established Dance Workshop on the Upper East Side of NYC. MaryAnn and Nanci have devoted their lives to dance education, community and the development of children; raising dancers and sound human beings alike. Dance Workshop has seen thousands of dancers pass through the doors. They believe dance has the power to elevate and change lives!