We’re thrilled to announce our newest free education program: Mini Makers!
Mini Makers is CAC’s new 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 will give 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 Winter/Spring, Mini Makers will meet Tuesday and Thursday mornings from January - May (actual start date TBD) 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 is converting a classroom on the 3rd level of the center specifically for the Mini Makers program. The classroom will include 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).
Applications are closed. Please email education@chesapeakearts.org to be alerted when the program opens again.
Meet Mrs. S, Mini Makers Lead Teacher!
My name is Lorena Solano, I am from Barranquilla, Colombia. My students call me Mrs. S. I hold a degree in Early Childhood Development and am currently working as a substitute teacher for AACPS. I have been teaching professionally since 1999, internationally and in the U.S. I am a working artist focused on jewelry, crafts and illustration and enjoy sharing my designs through various social media platforms. I’m so happy to be a part of this program and help children to create and express themselves through art.
Mi nombre es Lorena Solano, soy de Barranquilla, Colombia. Mis estudiantes me llaman Mrs. S. Soy licenciada en Educación Infantil y actualmente trabajo como profesora suplente para el condado de Anne Arundel. He estado trabajando como profesora desde 1999 fuera y dentro de los Estados Unidos. Trabajo también en el arte de crear joyería, artesanías e ilustraciones y disfruto compartiendo mis diseños a través de varias plataformas de redes sociales. Estoy muy feliz de ser parte de este programa y ayudar a los niños a crear y expresarse a través del arte.
