Mommy and Me

April 20, 2012 ~ June 8, 2012

(MAKE-UP 06/15 or $20 extra for anyone who used up pass but would like to attend.)

Japanese class for mothers and their infants ages 0 to 14 months. Through songs and Japanese hand play, we help mothers build strong bonds with their tots. We also read children’s picture books in a relaxing environment. Fathers are welcomed.

For moms and their babies 0-14 months.

No walk-ins please.　
(Groups of ~6)

Friday 10:30am-11:30am

First Time Trial $10
7-8 DAY PASS $18/class (8 day pass with 1 make up available)
4-6 DAY PASS $20/class (NO make up available)
PAY-AS-YOU-GO $25/class (NO make up available)

NEW POLICY:
Passes must be purchased in advance.
1. You may not come one or two times and then receive pass price if you decide to buy pass.
2. You must buy before or ON your first day of attendance.

Playgroup

April 3, 2013 ~ June 28, 2012

(Playgroup will be closed on 4/10 & 4/12)

Learning the Japanese language and culture through everyday activities. Activities include: open play, hand song play, music, cultural games and crafts and storytime.

This Fall, drop your children off for playgroup and take this time to catch up on shopping,
meet friends or simply relax! Moms, Dads and caregivers do not need to stay!
(see below for age restrictions).

No previous experience with Japanese required. All activities are held in Japanese.
Staff is certified in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.

NEW PLAYGROUP POLICIES:
1. All TRIALS will be scheduled on the 3rd Saturday of each month (10:30am-11:30am).
2. All TRIALS must be registered in advance. No walk-in trials will be accepted.
3. Walk-in space is only available for current clients. If you have not attended in more than one month, you must register in advance.
4. Under age 3 is allowed for drop off based on discretion of Staff. Children develop differently, so if Staff observes that a 2 year old is well adjusted and ready to join group without a caregiver present then that child may be dropped off. If 2 1/2 year old child is not ready, then Staff may ask the caregiver to remain at group.

For children ages 0-6 years

(Groups of ~10)

Tuesday 9:30am-12:00pm
Thursday 9:30am-12:00pm
Saturday 10:00am-11:00pm * Trial only, but you are welcomed for 1 hour playgroup with $20 fee after attending a trial.

* Door opens 5 minutes before class starts.

Walk-in 2.5 hr $45
Walk-in 2 hr $40
Walk-in 1 hr $30
Any 4 day Pass $172 (save $8)
Any 6 day Pass $250 (save $20)
Any 8 day Pass $328 (save $32)
Any 10 day Pass $400 (save $50)
Any 14 day Pass $530 (save $100)
First Time Trial $15

All passes are valid from 4/3/2012-6/28/2012

Hiragana Practice

March 30, 2012 ~ June 8, 2012

(MAKE-UP 6/15 or $30 extra for anyone who used up pass but would like to attend. CLOSED on 4/13)

We have combined our introductory and intermediate classes to address each child’s specific skill level. Children ages 3.5-5years will arrive early for introduction/review of hiragana recongition with games and play. After-school children ages 5-7 years will practice writing while building vocabulary. This class is now led by Kaori who became certified Japanese teacher in the fall of 2010.

The class will also reinforce cultural knowledge and spoken language with songs and games.

Each class will build on material from previous class so regular attendance is highly recommended.

Ages 3.5-7 years

No walk-ins please.　
(Groups of ~10)

Friday 3:30-5:30pm

10 Weeks $295
8 Weeks $240
First Time Trial* $15

*Trial may attend from 3:30-4:30pm only.

Spring 2012 passes are valid from 3/30/12-6/8/12 (* CLOSED on 4/13)

Daycare

Our new daycare program offers the ultimate immersion into the Japanese language and culture!

Daily activities include: outside play at the local playground, singing, music & movement, games, quiet/nap time, story time with puppet play, on-going crafts and art projects following traditional cultural themes and using art/crafts to introduce science through nature and our local environment. Staff uses books, toys, games and songs to teach life skills and Japanese customs. The program also includes Japanese breakfast, morning and afternoon snacks, and Japanese barley tea and water (please bring lunch). Weekly activities include yoga and karate.

To strengthen the mind children will enjoy weekly lessons in hiragana, using games, toys and other visual aids to introduce, practice and advance reading and writing basic kana. For those who complete the hiragana, they may move onto katakana and basic kanji.

Schedule and Fees: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AoklFRZin6iIdGlSTl9Rb2s4LUpOa3oyQ3c0MFFzdVE

** Below is a registration packet (5 Files), and please submit all completed forms except 1 with registration fee.

1. NYCNDA Daycare Contract
This includes program guidelines, fees and scheduling details. Please read it and print a copy for your records.

2. Daycare Registration Forms

3. Medical Form

4. Authorized Escorts

5. NYCNDA Contract Agreements

** Children that do not already attend one of our programs must come in for a trial on the 3rd Saturday each month, and if you register for daycare after the trial, the trial fee ($15) will be deducted from the registration fee. ** Fee for children under 3 years of age may vary depending on the child\'s individual needs. ** Ages: 3-5 years old ** Rregistration fee: $40 ** Prices and programs may change any time without notice.

Summer Program July- August 2012

July 9, 2012 ~ August 24, 2012

Join us for our 4th Summer Program! Every year we try new ideas to help create the best program for you.
The program is based on weekly attendance so we request that your child attend Monday-Friday.

DROP OFF bet. 8:30-9:00am
PICK UP at 4:00pm OR Extended Day bet. 5:30-5:45pm

Ages: 3y ~ 6y

Rates (based age at the start of the program):
・3y-3y11m $563/week
・4y-4y11m $488/week
・5y & 6y $450/week
* Registration fee $40 (One time fee for the first time registration)

Extended Day $25/day ALL AGES

[Activities]
Each week includes:
・Group art project
・Individual craft projects
・Field trip OR Full day at Coney Island Beach
・Drama workshop
・Traditional Japanese dance workshop
・Hiragana workshop
・Private karate lesson at Honma Dojo or private yoga lesson

Each Day includes:
・Daily Playground time/sprinklers (not including field trip/Coney Island days)
・Morning snack & Afternoon snack
・Music & movement
・Storytime
・Vocabulary building (calendar, time, counting, summer themes)

Details you should know!
*Your child must be fully potty trained.
*Please keep in mind, naptime is available but if napping, your child may miss an activity.
*No flip flops or dress shoes please! All footwear must have rubber bottoms so children can walk, run, climb and get wet safely!
*Breakfast sevice is not available during July and August.
*Please pack your child lunch daily and a reusable water bottle. We provide utensils, filtered water, mugicha.
*On field trip days we will provide onigiri & fresh fruit lunch for all children.
*If a field trip is cancelled due to weather, there is no refund for any part of the program fee. If we know about bad weather in advance we will try to change the day of the field trip and notify all families.

Register and pay by May 31, 2012 and receive 10% off the regular camp day (Registration fee and Extended Day not included in discount).

For refunds for cancellations:
75% by June 8, 2012
50% by June 15, 2012
25% by June 22, 2012
No refunds after June 2

50% check deposit can be made anytime from now until June 15th. The balance must be paid by June 15th by cash or check. All early registration can be mailed with a check or pay in cash in person and submit forms. Incomplete forms and checks written out incorrectly will be returned.

School Vacation Immersion Program

Pre-K and kindergarten kids can join us for a week of immersion into Japanese during their school vacations. Participants will join our hoikuen and playgroup children in all activities and also have lessons in visual recognition, reading and writing of hiragana (tailored to their level) and a field trip. Our one time registration fee allows your child to join us year after year whenever school is closed (based on space available).

When: Monday 12/26- Friday 12/30 (includes field trip to Grand Central to see holiday trains display)

4-6 years only

◎　Registration begins Tuesday 11/1-12/21／All day 9am-4pm $75/day for 3-5 days (10% off if paid by Wednesday 11/30)
◎　Registration begins Thursday 12/1-12/21／1-2 days 9am-4pm $85/day $12/hr extended (no discount)

JAPANESE SPORTS DAY for the whole family!

Japanese style field day for the whole fmaily! Event is indoors and includes a toddler event area, snacks, craft & gift! All proceeds from snack table will be donated to recovery efforts in Japan. A portion of ticket sales will also be donated.

WHEN: November 6, 2011 (11am~3pm)

WHERE: P.S. 63
121 E.3rd Street
Between Avenue A & 1st Avenue
New York, NY. 10009

Advance tickets: $10/person, $30/family (* at the door $40/family) * Family / 2 adults and 2 children

Join us for snacks, rice balls, music, crafts and prizes! Everyone is welcome!

Click here to purchase your e-tickets!
http://nycnda.tix.com

For more information, or to volunteer email us: events.nycnda@gmail.com