Bear Cubs Clubhouse
Our Mission
At Bear Cub clubhouse we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that respects each child's unique learning pace. Our mission is to foster independence and self-esteem through play-based learning and total physical response activities, preparing our students for a successful transition to kindergarten socially, emotionally, and academically. We believe that every child should feel valued and encouraged to explore, learn, and grow in a supportive atmosphere that ignites their curiosity and love for learning.
General Information
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
- Hours 9am-12 or 12-3pm
- Open to all kids
- One daily snack included
- 2 1/2 hours gymnastics & open play
- 30mins for snack & craft/games/learning
Options for 1 or 2 days a week please email us
"Play is our brain's favorite way of learning." - Diane Ackerman
I’ve been able to design a schedule and incorporate research-based teaching strategies that mask learning as playing. Research confirms that movement-based teaching, integrating physical activity into lessons, enhances cognitive functions like memory, focus, and problem-solving by increasing brain oxygenation and neurotransmitters, leading to better engagement and retention. By incorporating gymnastics or open gym daily, students are encouraged to socialize and try new skills, building their confidence. The focus for will be centered around foundational kindergarten skills including: phonological awareness, letter and sound recognition, name writing, and number recognition and writing 1-20. Each game will be in 15 minute increments with movement incorporated throughout and tied to specific learning objectives. Since the classes will be so small, we’ll be able to individualize educational needs on a student by student basis.
Meet our founder
Hi I'm Kara Church! I'm currently a Vice Principal at an intermediate bilingual school in eastern Oregon and have 12 years of educational experience. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Elementary Education with a minor in English as a Second Language and a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership. I have three kids, ages three to six, who are my inspiration for this school. As a teacher, I would blend movement into my lesson and now am able to found a preschool built on the core belief that when students move, they have more fun, engage their brain, and learn concepts quicker.