Grades: K-2

Art adds wonder and joy to our world.  Come learn about and create works of art that reflect this sense of fun in the making and in the finished art work.

Grades: 3-5

Students will have an opportunity to learn basic hip-hop skills and choreographed dances with Mr. Gray. We will be combining different dance techniques and putting together energetic routines step-by-step.  We will also have the opportunity to perform some of our routines at Dance Party Fridays! This is the perfect class for kids who love to dance.

Grades: 1-5

Have you ever wondered how someone makes princess castle cakes or Angry Birds cookies? If so, this class is just for you! In this class you will not only learn how to bake all sorts of yummy treats, but how to decorate them as well. Students will begin their culinary journey by learning how to use the piping tools on wax paper and eventually build up to decorating cookies and finishing with a fully decorated cake which they can take home and enjoy with their families. So, if you’re interested in making those princess castle cakes or Angry Birds cookies, sign up for Cake Decorating!

Fee: $195

Payment Information: Please bring a check made payable to 'Kelli Rutherford' on the first day of class.

Class Contact: Kelli Rutherford;  kelli.rutherford@apsva.us

Winter Dates: January 12th - March 16th; NO class 1/19 or 2/16; 8 classes total

Grades: 2-5

So you want to be an entrepreneur? In this innovative class, you will learn what it takes to launch your own business and how successful entrepreneurs transformed creative ideas into today’s mega-companies. Students will work in teams to select a business idea, develop a business plans and "pitch" their venture to a panel on the last day of class. Topics include:

• Idea + marketing + customers = successful venture!
• Developing an entrepreneurial mindset: Key traits
• 3 Ps: Passion, Problem-solving, Perseverance
• Learning from failures
• Case study on entrepreneurship: Tesla, Uber
• Making an impact: What will be your legacy?

“Youth who are taught about entrepreneurship show a positive change in attitude and strong success orientation, and are more likely to be focused on academic and professional achievements and aspirations and leadership.” Harvard School of Education

Fee: $160 

Payment Information: Please bring a check payable to 'SPARK Business Academy' to the first class.  

Class Contact: Chuchi Arevalo, SPARKenrichment@moneynewsforkids.com; 703-371-3155

Winter Dates:  January 12th - March 16th; NO classes 1/19 or 2/16; 8 classes total