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Storm Chaser Stables

December 2022 Newsletter

Seasons Greetings to our Storm Chaser Stables farm families! Winter is starting out cold and wet, so please continue to send your kids to us in layers. Coats or jackets, socks, gloves, scarves, and hats are all a good idea of clothing items to bring or pack!

We continue to seek volunteers to help out on the farm with caretaking tasks and assisting with group activities. We are also recruiting for our growing Board of Directors. Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested in becoming involved!

Upcoming Planned CLOSURES! Our next closure for the Farm Campus will be for Winter Break! Farm School is CLOSED beginning December 19th and will resume on January 9th. All other programs (Horsemanship Classes, EAP, etc) will be CLOSED beginning December 21st and will resume January 5th. We will also be closed for ALL programs January 16th for Martin Luther King Jr Day next month.

Billing Changes for 2023! SCS LLC will be making some changes to our program rates and invoicing frequency. Upon return from Winter Break in 2023 we will begin invoicing monthly and switching to a monthly payment schedule. With the growth we’ve experienced and the time it takes to create weekly invoices for each student, this is a necessary change to keep our lead coach’s time focused on doing the important work—teaching! Current families, here’s what you need to know:

• Invoices will be created MONTHLY for the program your child currently attends

• Prepayment discount available—pay your whole invoice by the 4th for $10 off

• Sibling discount available—receive $10 off each month with sibling enrollments

Horsemanship Class Pricing Updates! Over the years we have allowed families to “lock in” at their current rate as we typically increase rates each fiscal year. In the last 60 days we have experienced an unprecedented 30% increase in costs related to caring for the horses due to inflation. We want to keep our prices affordable but must cover our costs to keep offering programs featuring our favorite horses such as Lina, Punkin, Arlo, and Addie. Instead of increasing rates for new students, we feel the best way to keep classes affordable for all is to bring all current students to the same price point to help cover the horse feed bill! Pricing will shift to the following fee schedule beginning January 2023:

• $50 per 90 minute Horsemanship Class (2+ classes per month required)

• $40 per 60 minute Leadline Class (2+ classes per month required)

• $35 per 90 minute SCS Equine Leasee Class (4+ classes per month required)

• Other rates: $75/Private Lesson or $60/Single or Drop-in Lesson

Upcoming Clinic with Certified Trainer David Yauch! We are so excited to host a 3 hour clinic on Intro to Bridle-less Riding with David in January. This is the perfect experience gift for your horse crazy kid! Participants must be current SCS students. Auditors welcome! Spaces are LIMITED so please don’t delay, pre-register now!

Farm School Day Program Rolling Admission Available! Yearning for a mid-year switch for your child’s schooling? We have openings for full or half days at Farm School on Monday, Wednesday, Friday! Our unique school modality allows learners to receive tutoring, play outside, learn about the rhythms of nature, and participate in horsemanship activities. Learners are encouraged to bring their own curriculum if not working with our partner, Acellus Academy. Farm School includes daily academic blocks with 1-1 tutoring available to all students, mindful movement, horsemanship option on certain days, expressive art projects, nature exploration, and free play on the farm. Learners may attend with flexible scheduling options—please contact us with your family’s unique academic needs!

New Merch Drop! You voted, we listened! Our newest t-shirt design features a caricature of one of our favorite lesson ponies, Lina. The design has been digitized and dropped in our merchandise shop! Please check it out and consider purchasing to help support our equine partners and program development. Thanks to our farm family for voting and supporting this creative endeavor. More favorite pony designs to come soon!

SCS Equestrian Team Update! The team closed out their show season in November at Silver Star Farm’s year end show. Each teammate earned annual awards for their hard work and dedication to growing with their horses this season. We are so proud of each student for these accomplishments. You rock, girls!

Interested in the show experience for your child? SCS Equestrian Team membership is offered by invitation to horsemanship students who exemplify our farm’s core values of kindness, safety, horsemanship skillset excellence, and sportsmanship. Team members are eligible to attend off-site events, such as shows and group trail rides!

CVHR 2023 Youth Trainer Challenge Update! After two months of stall rest following his emergency colic surgery, Phantom has returned to home base at SCS! He has progressed to graduated supervised turnout and hand walks. Annabelle is doing a phenomenal job of being consistent for Phantom in his rehab care and sprinkling in horsemanship work into his daily walks. We continue to fundraise with Central Virginia Horse Rescue for the care of Phantom and the other youth trainer horses!

Select SCS Horses Now Available to Lease! Ever dreamed of owning your own horse, but don’t have the space, time, or budget to commit to the variable cost of horse ownership? Leasing is for you! For a limited time, SCS is offering on-site leases to approved applicants. Leasing a horse from SCS LLC will give you peace of mind with a fixed monthly rate, access to your leased horse 2 or more days per week, discounted lesson rates, and a horse to call your own each month. It’s a win-win! Contact us today to apply for an on-site equine lease!

Horsemanship Class Availability Updates! Class openings are as follows:

• Monday 3:30-4:30 Leadline - FULL w/ Waiting List Available

• Tuesday 3:30-5pm Novice/Intro to Off Lead - ONE Opening

• Wednesday 3:30-5pm Beginner - 2 Openings (Pending Class)

• Thursday 3:30-5pm Intermediate Equestrian Team - ONE Opening

• Friday 3:30-5pm Beginner Equestrian Team - ONE Opening

Mark Your Calendars — Important Dates Below:

• Farm School Closure December 19—January 8

• Farm Campus Closure w/ NO Programs Running December 21—January 4

• Farm Campus Closure w/ NO Programs Running January 16

• Intro to Bridle-less Riding Clinic w/ David Yauch January 25 at 3-6pm

Keep scrolling for more photo updates of our students on the farm. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for more frequent updates! We’ll see you soon with more news. Stay well!

Warmly,

Jeni at SCS LLC

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Storm Chaser Stables

October 2022 Newsletter

Happy Fall Y’all! It’s that time of year when the weather starts to shift cooler, especially in the mornings, so please send your kids to us in layers. Jackets, socks, gloves, and hats are all a good idea of clothing items to bring or pack!

We continue to seek volunteers to help out on the farm with caretaking tasks and assisting with group activities. We are also recruiting for our growing Board of Directors. Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested in becoming involved!

Upcoming Planned CLOSURES! Our next closure for Farm School will be for Indigenous Peoples Day this upcoming Monday on October 10th! Afternoon Horsemanship Classes will run as usual at 3:30pm on this date but the school side will be closed. Following that, our next planned closure is in November! Farm School will be closed November 21-25 for Thanksgiving Week. We will hold afternoon Horsemanship Classes on November 21 & 22nd as usual but the rest of the week will be closed for the holiday. To recap:

• Farm School Closed Oct 10 & Nov 21-25

• All Programs Closed Nov 23-25

Student of the Month! This month we would like to recognize Noah Garrett-Redmond, one of our leadline lesson rockstars! Noah loves helping his friends at the farm get ready for their horsemanship sessions and doing chores for the horses. He arrives with a positive attitude and has fun working on his goals in horsemanship. We are proud of you, Noah!

New Merch Drop! Our winning t-shirt design for the 2022 contest has been digitized and dropped in our merchandise shop. Please check it out and consider purchasing to help support our equine partners and program development! Congratulations to Miss Sophia Boone for winning the T-Shirt design contest!

Farm School Day Program Rolling Admission Available! We have limited spaces open for full or half days at Farm School on Monday, Wednesday, Friday! Our unique school modality allows learners to receive tutoring, play outside, learn about the rhythms of nature, and participate in horsemanship activities. This year we continue to partner with Acellus Academy, an online program that is fully accredited with transferrable credits. Farm School includes daily academic blocks with tutoring available to all students, mindful movement, horsemanship option on certain days, expressive art projects, nature exploration, and free play on the farm. Learners may attend with flexible scheduling options—please contact us with your family’s unique academic needs!

SCS Equestrian Team Update! We attended our last horse show in August with the team. They did a wonderful job taking care of their ponies, staying safe, and exhibiting good sportsmanship at the event. We will be visiting Silver Star Farm again on October 15th for another show! Cheer them on at the event or wish them good luck in passing. Go Team SCS!

Interested in the show experience for your child? SCS Equestrian Team membership is offered by invitation to horsemanship students who exemplify our farm’s core values of kindness, safety, horsemanship skillset excellence, and sportsmanship. Team members are eligible to attend off-site events, such as shows and group trail rides!

CVHR 2023 Youth Trainer Challenge! For the second time, one of our very own was chosen to participate in Central Virginia Horse Rescue’s Youth Trainer Challenge! Annabelle was paired up with Phantom, a 17 year old Trakehner cross gelding in need of training. The team began working on developing rapport and meeting training objectives when Phantom suddenly colicked last week. Phantom’s team elected to send him to Blue Ridge Equine for life-saving emergency colic surgery. He is recovering well this week and is expected to make a full recovery! Annabelle will continue to work with Phantom through his rehab period. We are helping CVHR fundraise to cover the cost of his surgery, which cost several thousand dollars. Please consider a tax-deductible donation to Team Phantom to help cover the cost of his care!

Horsemanship Class Availability Updates! Class openings are as follows:

• Monday 3:30-4:30 Leadline - FULL w/ Waiting List Available

• Tuesday 3:30-5pm Beginner - ONE Opening

• Wednesday 3:30-5pm Adults Only - Pending Class Opening

• Thursday 3:30-5pm Intermediate Equestrian Team - FULL w/ Waiting List Available

• Friday 3:30-5pm Beginner Equestrian Team - ONE Opening

Mark Your Calendars — Important Dates Below:

• Farm School Closure Monday October 10

• SCS Equestrian Team Shows at Silver Star Farm on Saturday October 15

• Farm School Closure November 21-25

• Farm Campus Closure w/ NO Programs Running November 23-25

Scroll down to see more photo updates of our students on the farm. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for more frequent updates! We’ll see you soon with more news. Stay well!

Warmly,

Jeni at SCS LLC

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Storm Chaser Stables

August 2022 Newsletter

Hello to all of our fantastic farm families! We are beginning our next cycle for the 2022-23 year. Parents, please keep in touch with us regarding schedule requests or changes as the new school year kicks off.

This year we are seeking parent volunteers to help out on the farm with caretaking tasks and assisting with group activities. We are also recruiting for our growing Board of Directors. Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested in becoming involved!

Upcoming Planned CLOSURE! Our next break will be for Thanksgiving this Fall! Mark your calendars for the break, we will be closed November 19-27th for Thanksgiving Week.

Student of the Month! This month we would like to recognize Charlotte Kim, our fantastic working student! Charlotte helps out around the farm with feedings, mentoring, and chores. She is an amazing role model to other students and always has a hard working ready-to-learn attitude. We’re so proud to have you on our team, Char!

T-Shirt Design Contest Results! This year our T-Shirt design contest had a prompt of “Kindness” and we saw several beautiful and inspiring entries. Congratulations to Miss Sophia Boone for winning the T-Shirt design contest of 2022-23! Look for this winning design in the merch shop by the end of August.

FINAL VOTE for NEW SCS Merchandise Designs! We are working on a new line of designs for our merchandise, including everyone’s favorite lesson ponies. Who do you want to see on a shirt? Vote here before August 31st to let us know who you want to see on a shirt first!

Farm School Day Program 2022-23 Year Begins August 15! We now have a few openings for part/full time Farm School! This year we continue to partner with Acellus Academy, an online program that is fully accredited with transferrable credits. Farm School includes daily academic blocks with tutoring available to all students, mindful movement, horsemanship option on certain days, expressive art projects, nature exploration, and free play on the farm. Learners may attend with flexible scheduling options—please contact us with your family’s unique academic needs!

Farm Preschool 2022-23 Kickoff! Preschool half-days are open to ages 3-5 from 9am-12:30pm. Littles will participate in group literacy activities, quarterly electives, nature play, and more! Fill out this form to apply for Farm Preschool.

Homeschool Drop-in Option for 2022-23! Attention homeschoolers! We will continue to accommodate learners bringing their own curriculum (perfect for youth in need of tutoring) or drop-ins to one or more of our elective classes for socializing and group fun. Homeschool families are welcome to drop in, so please take advantage of our farm campus and knowledgeable staff!

Contact us at [email protected] to confirm drop-in days at least 48 hours prior to attendance. Class schedules will be released each quarter via our newsletter and website update. First quarter class options include Academics, Mindful Movement, Expressive Art, and Recess. See the infographic below:

SCS Equestrian Team Attending Another Event! Our team will be visiting Silver Star Farm this weekend, August 16th for another show! Cheer them on at the event, or wish them good luck in passing. More updates coming in our next newsletter!

Interested in the show experience for your child? SCS Equestrian Team membership is offered by invitation to horsemanship students who exemplify our farm’s core values of kindness, safety, horsemanship skillset excellence, and sportsmanship. Team members are eligible to attend off-site events, such as shows and group trail rides!

Horsemanship Class Availability Updates! Class openings are as follows:

• Tuesday 3:30-5pm Beginner - TWO Openings

• Wednesday 10am-11:30am Homeschool - ONE Opening

• Thursday 3:30-5pm Intermediate Equestrian Team - ONE Openings

• Friday 3:30-5pm Beginner Equestrian Team - ONE Opening

Mark Your Calendars — Important Dates Below:

• Farm School 2022-23 Begins Monday August 15

• SCS Equestrian Team Shows at Silver Star Farm on Saturday August 13

Scroll down to see more photo updates of our students on the farm. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for more frequent updates! We’ll see you soon with more news. Stay well!

Warmly,

Jeni & Evie at SCS LLC

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Storm Chaser Stables

July 2022 Newsletter

Hello hello to our fabulous farm families! We are nearing the end of our summer programs on the farm campus. It has been an incredible season! We are so thankful that you have chosen to share your kids with us this year for camps and programs. Please remember to continue to pack lunch and hats/sunglasses, sunscreen/bug spray, and possibly even a change of clothes for your student’s day on the farm.

Upcoming Planned CLOSURE! Summer programs end this year on July 29th and following that we will be closed August 1st through 14th. This closure includes all programs and classes except Equine Assisted Therapy. After school Horsemanship Classes may resume earlier on August 8th. Be on the lookout for more updates regarding our 2022-23 program calendar!

Student of the Month! This month we would like to recognize one of our amazing Horsemanship students, Miss Harper! This kind young lady has worked hard over the last year to improve her relationship skills with her friends and favorite ponies. Harper can bring a smile to anyone’s face with her magical stories about unicorns and rainbows. Thanks for being such a sweetheart, Harper, we love our time with you on the farm!

Our First Annual Student Showcase is July 29th! Announcing our first Annual Student Showcase for all of our students and their families to attend. We will recognize our students with an awards ceremony, showcase student art and hippology projects, and host our own in-house horse show! The event will begin at 9am with a pizza party lunch to be provided by the farm. We can’t wait to see our farm families there!

Entry fees apply for this event! Entry into the event is a suggested donation of $7/person to help us cover the cost of lunch. Horse show participant cost is $60/current student and $120/past student and these fees will help us pay our guest judges. The horse show will scored by a panel of three judges. Our coaches will select up to six classes for each participant to show off their skills. We are so excited to kick off this new tradition of allowing students to show off their hard work! RSVP to the Student Showcase by clicking the button below:

Enter Our T-Shirt Design Contest! As we gear up for our first annual Student Showcase, we are introducing a t-shirt design contest for our students to participate in. The prompt is: Create a design inspired by kindness. We are so excited to see what our learners come up with! Designs will be voted on in person at our Student Showcase on July 29th. The winning design will be digitized and added to our t-shirt store! RSVP to the Student Showcase and upload your design using the following google form: RSVP & Enter Contest

VOTE for NEW SCS Merchandise Designs! We are working on a new line of designs for our merchandise, including everyone’s favorite lesson ponies. PUNKIN, ADDIE, and LINA designs will be available on clothing in our merch store very soon! Who do you want to see next?

Farm School Day Program Applications Open for 2022-23! Now accepting applications for 2022-23! We partner with Acellus Academy, an online program that is fully accredited with transferrable credits. Farm School includes daily academic blocks with tutoring available to all students, mindful movement, horsemanship option on certain days, expressive art projects, nature exploration, and free play on the farm. Learners may attend with flexible scheduling options—please contact us with your family’s unique academic needs!

Farm Preschool Accepting Applications! Preschool is open to kids ages 3-5 from 9am-12:30pm once our 2022-2023 school year begins on August 15th. Littles attend 2+ days per week to participate in group literacy activities, nature play, and more! Fill out this form to apply for Farm Preschool!

Homeschool Drop-in Option for 2022-23! Attention homeschoolers! We will continue to accommodate learners bringing their own curriculum (perfect for youth in need of tutoring) or drop-ins to one or more of our elective classes for socializing and group fun. Homeschool families are welcome to drop in, so please take advantage of our farm campus and knowledgeable staff!

Contact us at [email protected] to confirm drop-in days at least 48 hours prior to attendance. Monthly payers will receive a 10% discount! Class schedules will be released each quarter via our newsletter and website update.

SCS Equestrian Team Attended Another Successful Event! Our team visited Silver Star Farm and worked hard on their personal goals. The team members able to attend this month rocked their classes staying safe with smiles on their faces. We are so proud of our team!

Interested in the show experience for your child? SCS Equestrian Team membership is offered by invitation to horsemanship students who exemplify our farm’s core values of kindness, safety, horsemanship skillset excellence, and sportsmanship. Team members are eligible to attend off-site events, such as shows and group trail rides!

Horsemanship Class Availability Updates! Class openings are as follows:

• Tuesday 3:30-5pm Beginner - ONE Opening

• Wednesday 10:30am-12pm Homeschool - TWO Openings

• Thursday 3:30-5pm Intermediate Equestrian Team - TWO Openings

• Friday 3:30-5pm Beginner Equestrian Team - ONE Opening

Mark Your Calendars — Important Dates Below:

• Farm School Closed July 31 through August 14 for Post Summer Break

Scroll down to see more photo updates of our students on the farm. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for more frequent updates! We’ll see you soon with more news. Stay well!

Warmly,

Jeni & Evie at SCS LLC

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Storm Chaser Stables

June 2022 Newsletter

Hello hello to all of our wonderful Storm Chaser Stables families! We hope you all are enjoying the beginning of Summer. The warmer weather is now in full swing and Summer is certainly bringing the HEAT! Please remember to pack lunch and a snack with a refillable water bottle, hats/sunglasses, sunscreen/bug spray, and even a change of clothes for your student’s day on the farm.

Upcoming Planned CLOSURES! The farm campus will be closed on Monday July 4th for Independence day. This closure includes all programs, such as Farm Summer School, Summer Horsemanship Day Camps, Sprouts Half Day Camps, Horsemanship Classes, and any ongoing trainings.

Summer programs end this year on July 29th and following that we will be closed August 1st through 14th. This closure includes all programs and classes. After school Horsemanship Classes may resume earlier on August 8th. Be on the lookout for more updates regarding our 2022-23 program calendar!

Student of the Month! This month we have chosen one of our fabulous Farm School students to recognize, Melissa Jenkins! This bright young lady has worked diligently to complete the seventh grade while spending only 3 days a week at Farm School. Melissa is also a talented artist and avid reader. Not only has Melissa attended school in the way she and her family found works best for her, she has also excelled in our nature exploration curriculum, developed some important social skills, grown as an artist, and made new friends in the process!

Limited Openings in Summer Day Camps! We only have a few openings left this Summer, be sure to secure your spot while it’s still there! Our Summer day camps are geared towards novice horse enthusiasts with lots of art and outdoor exploration. Each day includes mindful movement, a horsemanship activity, expressive arts, and adventures outside!

Summer Sprouts Half Day Camps! This Summer we have decided to welcome sprouts (kids aged 4-8) to the farm for half days 9am-12:30pm on Mondays and Fridays. Sprouts programming includes expressive arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play, and social emotional learning.

Register now if you plan to send your child to the farm for summer day camps!

Summer Farm School Continues! Academic support is available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9am-3pm with our wonderful on-site tutors. This program also includes our year round nature exploration curriculum, horsemanship options, mindful movement, and social emotional learning.

Full Time Farm School Discount—Apply by June 15th! Interested in Farm School full time for your learner? If you choose to commit your student to the 2022-23 school year 5 full days per week by June 15th, you meet the requirement to receive our limited discount of 25% off! Secure your spot now—limited discounted spaces open! Fill out this form to apply now. A non-refundable registration fee is due to process applications and will be credited towards your first tuition payment.

Farm School Day Program Applications Open for 2022-23! Now accepting applications for 2022-23! We are partnered with Acellus Academy, an online program that is fully accredited with transferrable credits. Farm School includes daily academic blocks with tutoring available to all students, mindful movement, horsemanship option on certain days, expressive art projects, nature exploration, and free play on the farm. Learners may attend with flexible scheduling options—please contact us with your family’s unique academic needs!

Farm Preschool Accepting Applications! Preschool is open to kids ages 3-5 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12:30pm once our 2022-2023 school year begins in August. Littles attend 2-3 days per week to participate in group literacy activities, nature play, and more! Fill out this form to apply for Farm Preschool!

Homeschool Drop-in Option for 2022-23! Attention homeschoolers! We will continue to accommodate learners bringing their own curriculum (perfect for youth in need of tutoring) or drop-ins to one or more of our elective classes for socializing and group fun. Homeschool families are welcome to drop in, so please take advantage of our farm campus and knowledgeable staff! Here is a short list of our drop-in 45 minute class options for the next academic year:

• Mindful Movement - yoga games or sequence

• Academics - school environment with on-site tutors

• Afternoon Adventures - nature exploration and extension activities

• Recess - outdoor group play and team building exercises offered

• Expressive Art - sensory art or free crafting w/ themed materials

• Art I - arts and crafts projects with prompts

Contact us at [email protected] for more information and pricing. To help us plan accordingly, please register and confirm drop-in days at least 48 hours prior to attendance. Class schedules will be released each quarter!

Congratulations to the SCS Equestrian Team! Our team attended a horse show recently and exhibited excellent horsemanship and sportsmanship. We are so proud of their dedication and hard work getting their horses ready, staying safe, and spreading kindness at the event. You go, girls!

Interested in the show experience for your child? SCS Equestrian Team membership is offered by invitation to horsemanship students who exemplify our farm’s core values of kindness, safety, horsemanship skillset excellence, and sportsmanship. Team members are eligible to attend off-site events, such as shows and group trail rides!

Horsemanship Class Availability Updates! Class openings are as follows:

• Tuesday 3:30-5pm Beginner - ONE Opening

• Wednesday 10:30am-12pm Homeschool - ONE Opening

• Thursday 3:30-5pm Intermediate Equestrian Team - TWO Openings

• Friday 3:30-5pm Beginner Equestrian Team - ONE Opening

Mark Your Calendars — Important Dates Below:

• Closed July 4 for Independence Day

• Farm School Closed July 31 through August 14 for Post Summer Break

Scroll down to see more photo updates of our students on the farm. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for more frequent updates! We’ll see you soon with more news. Stay well!

Warmly,

Jeni & Evie at SCS LLC

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Storm Chaser Stables

May 2022 Newsletter

Hello to all of our Storm Chaser Stables Families! Summer is right around the corner and we are ready for it on the farm. As the sun comes out more and more, it’s a good idea to send the kids with a refillable water bottle, hats/sunglasses, sunscreen, and good walking shoes on their trip to the farm.

Upcoming Planned CLOSURE! May 22nd through May 29th we will be closed for our Pre-Summer break. This closure includes all on campus programs, such as farm school, horsemanship classes, and any ongoing trainings.

Summer Day Camp Update! Recently we released the dates of our nature-themed Tuesday/Thursday Horsemanship Summer Day Camp Sessions. These day camps are geared towards novice horse enthusiasts with lots of art and outdoor exploration. Each day includes mindful movement, a horsemanship activity, expressive arts, and adventures outside!

Sprouts Half Day Camps! Children 4+ are welcome to attend half day camps on Mondays and Fridays over Summer from 9am-12:30pm. These days include expressive arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play, and social emotional learning.

Register now if you plan to send your child to the farm for summer day camps!

Farm School Summer Academics! Our school year will continue over Summer. We will continue to offer academic support on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9am-3pm. Summer academics will run as usual with our year round nature exploration curriculum, horsemanship options, social emotional learning, and of course, academic support with our on-site tutors.

Student of the Month! We have decided to begin a monthly student shoutout to those who go above and beyond when on the farm, and who better to start with than Miss Piper Rogers. This year Piper mentors horsemanship students weekly and shows her pony partner, Punkin, with the equestrian team. She often steps up when it’s time to help out on the farm, and is a fantastic role model to the other students.

Farm School Day Program Applications Open for 2022-23! Interested in Farm School for the next academic cycle? We are partnered with Acellus Academy, an online program that is fully accredited with transferrable credits. Farm School includes daily academic blocks with tutoring available to all students, mindful movement, horsemanship option on certain days, expressive art projects, nature exploration, and free play on the farm. Please note, over Summer we will only have three academic days per week.

Full Time Farm School Discount Available! Interested in Farm School full time for your learner? If you choose to commit your student to the 2022-23 school year 5 full days per week, you may receive our limited discount of 25% off if you commit by June 15th! Secure your spot now—limited discounted spaces open! Fill out this form to apply for Farm School now. A non-refundable registration fee is due to process applications and will be credited towards your first tuition payment.

Farm Preschool Accepting Applications! Preschool is open to kids ages 3-5 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9am-12:30pm once our 2022-2023 school year begins in August. Littles attend 2-3 days per week to participate in group literacy activities, nature play, and more! Fill out this form to apply for Farm Preschool!

Homeschool Drop-in Option for 2022-23! Attention homeschoolers! We will continue to accommodate learners bringing their own curriculum (perfect for youth in need of tutoring) or drop-ins to one or more of our elective classes for socializing. Homeschool families are welcome to drop in, so please take advantage of our farm campus and knowledgeable staff! Contact us at [email protected] for more information and pricing.

Summer Working Student Availability! Only one opening left for a working student on the farm this Summer. Working students assist with feeding and caring for the horses, mentoring younger students, and other tasks in exchange for either horsemanship classes or participation in camp days over Summer.

Horsemanship Student Mentoring! We strive to facilitate learning experientially and a great way to accomplish this is by practice teaching. Horsemanship student mentors assist lower-level students and practice teach basic skills such as grooming and leading during some lessons to gain mastery of certain skills. Student mentoring is by invitation on select afternoons during the week at no additional cost. This opportunity often comes with extra pony time!

Horsemanship Class Availability Updates! Class openings are as follows:

• Monday 4-5pm Leadline/Beginner - TWO Openings

• Tuesday 3:30-5pm Beginner - TWO Openings

• Thursday 3:30-5pm Intermediate Equestrian Team - ONE Opening

Mark Your Calendars — Important Dates Below:

• Closed May 22nd through May 29th for Pre Summer Break

• Closed July 4 for Independence Day

• Closed July 31st through August 7th for Post Summer Break

Scroll down to see more photo updates of our students on the farm. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for more frequent updates! We’ll see you soon with more news. Stay well!

Warmly,

Jeni & Evie at SCS LLC