Academics Enrichments

List of 6 items.

• Bright Little Minds, PreK3-PreK4, 3:15-3:45 on Thursdays

  SPRING 2026: Bright Little Minds

  Instructor: Sandra Flores

  Grades: Pre-K3-Pre-K4

  Day and Time: Thursday, 3:15-3:45 pm

  Tuition: $350 for ASC Students, $400 for non-ASC students

  Location:  ECC
  
  

  Come and have fun. Through sensory bins and Magna tiles, we will create unique creations. Kids will love to see their creations and know they will work on their fine motor skills, fostering independence, sharing, Sensory activities, support, developing language, problem-solving, and awareness of their senses. Adding Magna Tiles adds room for more fun and imagination.
  
  Instructor's Bio:

  My name is Sandra Flores. I have been an educator for 22 years. I was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, and attended the University of Monterrey, N.L. CEDIM. I received my accreditation in early childhood education in 2008 and worked in Catholic schools in Texas and Mississippi. I then moved to St. Andrews in 2015. I worked at ECC in PreK3, taught in different grades as a first-grade S@H teacher during the COVID-19 pandemic, taught in Foundations as a 2-year-old teacher, and am currently a PreK3 teacher. My true passion is working with young children. Witnessing their growth and the development of their unique gifts and talents brings me immense joy and fulfillment.

   

• Bright Little Minds, PK4-K, 4:00-4:45 on Thursdays

  SPRING 2026: Bright Little Minds

  Instructor: Sandra Flores

  Grades: Pre-K4-K

  Day and Time: Thursday, 4:00-4:45 pm

  Tuition: $370 for ASC Students, $420 for non-ASC students

  Location:  ECC
  
  

  Come and have fun. Through sensory bins and Magna tiles, we will create unique creations. Kids will love to see their creations and know they will work on their fine motor skills, fostering independence, sharing, Sensory activities, support, developing language, problem-solving, and awareness of their senses. Adding Magna Tiles adds room for more fun and imagination.
  
  Instructor's Bio:

  My name is Sandra Flores. I have been an educator for 22 years. I was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, and attended the University of Monterrey, N.L. CEDIM. I received my accreditation in early childhood education in 2008 and worked in Catholic schools in Texas and Mississippi. I then moved to St. Andrews in 2015. I worked at ECC in PreK3, taught in different grades as a first-grade S@H teacher during the COVID-19 pandemic, taught in Foundations as a 2-year-old teacher, and am currently a PreK3 teacher. My true passion is working with young children. Witnessing their growth and the development of their unique gifts and talents brings me immense joy and fulfillment.

• Seven Skills for Student Success, PK4-K, 3:30-4:30 on Mondays

  SPRING 2026: Seven Skills for Studnet Success

  Instructor: Abby Cockerill

  Grades: PK4-K

  Day and Time: Monday, 3:30-4:30 pm

  Tuition: $350 for ASC students, $400 for non-ASC students

  Location:  ECC
  
  

  Research identifies seven key skills children need to be successful in school and in life (Schiller, 2010). These essential skills are self-confidence, curiosity, intentionality, self-control, cooperation, relatedness, and communication. I would love to help our early childhood students begin building these foundational qualities during this critical stage of development.

  Preschool-aged children (PreK-3 and PreK-4) are at a unique stage where their minds are highly flexible, their social worlds are expanding, and their sense of self is beginning to take shape. Early intervention and intentional instruction in these seven skills can have a lasting impact on how they approach learning, relationships, and challenges. Helping children develop confidence, curiosity, and cooperation now sets them up for lifelong success both academically and emotionally. The group will meet for sessions dedicated to each of the seven skills. 
  Each session will include:

  -Engaging activities designed to practice and strengthen the target skill.

  -Carefully selected children’s literature that illustrates the concept in age-appropriate ways.

  -Discussions and reflections that encourage self-awareness and social understanding.

  -A fun, supportive, and interactive environment where learning feels like play.

   

  Through these sessions, children will build essential life skills in a nurturing setting that supports their emotional growth, communication abilities, and social confidence.

  As a counseling intern, I am eager for opportunities to strengthen my skills as a counselor, group leader, and facilitator, while also completing my required internship hours for school. This group offers a meaningful experience for both the children and myself. Having previously taught many of these students at Foundations, I already share a strong rapport with them and their families. I believe parents will appreciate an opportunity for their child to participate in a group that supports emotional intelligence, connection, and growth in such a positive way.

  This group will be a fun and enriching experience where little minds can explore big ideas and learn how to understand themselves, connect with others, and approach the world with confidence and curiosity. It’s a wonderful opportunity to nurture young learners, support families, and help me continue developing as a counselor while giving back to a community I deeply care about. 
  
  Instructor's Bio: 

  My name is Abby Cockerill, and I have been a Pre-K2 teacher at Foundations for the past four years. I am currently pursuing my Master’s degree in Counseling at Delta State University.

  I am deeply passionate about social and emotional learning and believe that teaching children emotional regulation and interpersonal skills early on sets the stage for lifelong success. I see young children as capable, curious, and resilient learners who can do far more than many people realize. As both an educator and advocate for young minds, I feel it’s my responsibility to help them learn how to understand themselves, connect with others, and navigate the world with confidence and empathy. Working with little ones brings me great joy. I love being part of their growth, discovery, and development every day. Through this enrichment group, I hope to continue supporting children and families while also strengthening my own skills as a counselor and group leader.

• STEAM Lab, PreK3-PreK4, 3:15-3:45 on Tuesdays

  SPRING 2026: STEAM Lab

  Instructor: Sandra Flores

  Grades: PreK3-PreK4

  Day and Time: Tuesday, 3:15-3:45

  Tuition: $350 for ASC students, $400 for non-ASC students

  Location:  ECC
  
  

  STEAM is a fun class where students learn about Science, Technology, Art, Engineering, and Math. STEAM subjects nurture the development of additional skills such as creative thinking, collaboration, and communication. Kids channel their energy into meaningful projects. When kids enjoy the project, they engage with the material and retain knowledge. Let's learn and have fun!!

  
  Instructor's Bio:

  My name is Sandra Flores. I have been an educator for 22 years. I was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, and attended the University of Monterrey, N.L. CEDIM. I received my accreditation in early childhood education in 2008 and worked in Catholic schools in Texas and Mississippi. I then moved to St. Andrews in 2015. I worked at ECC in PreK3, taught in different grades as a first-grade S@H teacher during the COVID-19 pandemic, taught in Foundations as a 2-year-old teacher, and am currently a PreK3 teacher. My true passion is working with young children. Witnessing their growth and the development of their unique gifts and talents brings me immense joy and fulfillment.

   

• STEAM Lab, PreK4-K, 4:00-4:30 on Tuesdays

  SPRING 2026: STEAM Lab

  Instructor: Sandra Flores

  Grades: PreK4-K

  Day and Time: Tuesday, 4:00-4:30 pm

  Tuition: $370 for ASC students, $420 for non-ASC students

  Location:  ECC
  
  

  STEAM is a fun class where students learn about Science, Technology, Art, Engineering, and Math. STEAM subjects nurture the development of additional skills such as creative thinking, collaboration, and communication. Kids channel their energy into meaningful projects. When kids enjoy the project, they engage with the material and retain knowledge. Let's learn and have fun!!

  
  Instructor's Bio:

  My name is Sandra Flores. I have been an educator for 22 years. I was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico, and attended the University of Monterrey, N.L. CEDIM. I received my accreditation in early childhood education in 2008 and worked in Catholic schools in Texas and Mississippi. I then moved to St. Andrews in 2015. I worked at ECC in PreK3, taught in different grades as a first-grade S@H teacher during the COVID-19 pandemic, taught in Foundations as a 2-year-old teacher, and am currently a PreK3 teacher. My true passion is working with young children. Witnessing their growth and the development of their unique gifts and talents brings me immense joy and fulfillment.

   

• The Great Pet Store Project: Multiply & Create!, 2nd-4th, 4:15-5:15 on Mondays

  SPRING 2026: The Great Pet Store Project: Multiply & Create!

  Instructor: Tiffany Busby

  Grades: 2nd-4th

  Day and Time: Monday, 4:15-5:15 pm

  Tuition: $350 for ASC students, $400 for non-ASC students

  Location:  Lower School
  
  The Great Pet Store Project: Multiply and Create is a hands-on, project-based enrichment class designed to strengthen students’ understanding of multiplication through creative problem-solving, games, and real-world application. Students will explore how multiplication connects to everyday life while building their own pretend pet store business. By combining mathematical thinking with imagination, students will gain confidence and fluency with multiplication facts, arrays, and multi-step problem solving. This class is for students who are ready to master their multiplication tables or NEED to master their multiplication tables. 
  
  Instructor's Bio:
  Tiffany Busby is a 4th grade math teacher at St. Andrew’s. She has enjoyed teaching math through real world problem solving, STEM, and Art integration her entire career! Math practices and conceptual development are better retained when students have memorable experiences doing them! It is essential to master multiplication tables in order to put more focus on deeper concepts such as fractions and decimals in upper grades, so why not prepare in a fun, low pressure way!