ECE Enrichment Classes

 

At the Lisa & Thom Mandel Early Child Education Center, we offer exciting early childhood enrichment classes for our students and all children in the area! Classes and times change throughout the year to offer the best programming for your little one.

 

Register Now: Contact Lyndsey Heffern at 330-835-0064 or [email protected] or register through “My Akron J” app! 

 

Must be preregistered to attend. *Children will be picked up from their ECE classrooms and returned at the end of class. Guests will drop-off/pick-up at the front foor. 

Class Details

 

  • Taught by credentialed teachers; Fun Guranteed!
  • Children will be picked up form their ECE classrooms and returned at the end class. Guests will be dropped-off/picked-up at the front door.
  • Class size limited to 16 children per class on a first come, first served basis. 
  • Fun Guranteed!

 

Cost

Price: $75 Member  / $90 Guest

Fall Sports with Ms. Janice

 

September 15 - November 3
Mondays, 1 - 1:45 p.m.
Ages: 3 - 5
 
Join Ms. Janice for an action-packed class celebrating all things fall sports! Children will build skills in T-ball, kickball, and even a few football moves, all in a fun way.  A perfect mix of skill-building, teamwork, and confidence, wrapped in outdoor fun! Fall into Fun, Fitness, and Friendship!

Tiny Dancer

 

September 16 - November 11

(No class on Sept. 23)

Tuesdays, 1 - 1:45 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 5

 

Dance with Ms. Tong, a certified cardio dance instructor with a background in ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and musical theater, for a 45-minute lesson that builds rhythm, coordination, and body awareness while exploring different styles of dance. Activities include learning basic dance skills, practicing full routines, playing movement games, and enjoying music, all designed to boost confidence and movement mindfulness. Dance, play, Grow!

Falling for Nature

 

September 17 - November 12

(no class on Sept. 24)

Wednesdays, 1 - 1:45 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 5

 

Explore the great outdoors this fall with Ms. Karly! In this fall-themed class, children will discover the beauty of the season through hands-on activities. We’ll study colorful leaves, go on nature hikes, and create nature-inspired crafts. From leaf piles to pinecones, fall adventures await!

BE the Builder!

 

September 18 - November 13

(no class on Oct. 2)

Thursdays, 1 - 1:45 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 5

 

Back by popular demand! Join Mrs. Galizio for an exciting afternoon of building and creating. From Legos and magnetic tiles to recycled materials and wood, children will explore a variety of tools and materials to bring their ideas to life. Each session encourages problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity as children take on the roles of construction workers and architects as they construct their very own projects. Hard hats optional, imagination required.

  • Mandel ECE Director

    Have questions? Need information? Want to take a tour? Contact Kim Garra for more information on The Lisa and Thom Mandel Early Childhood Center at the Shaw JCC.

    330-835-0044 or email