Musipire Summer Academy 2026
Age-Specific Daily Schedules
OVERVIEW: TWO AGE GROUPS
Age-Appropriate Learning for Every Child
- Younger Group (Ages 5–7): Foundational academics, engaging introduction to music, age-appropriate activities tailored for early learners
- Older Group (Ages 8–10): Grade-level academics, advanced music concepts, and developmentally appropriate enrichment activities
- Staggered Music Lessons: Our dedicated professional music teacher works with the Younger Group for a 1-hour session (1:30–2:30 PM), then the Older Group (2:30–3:30 PM), three times per week — ensuring focused, tailored instruction for each age group
- Real Music Instruction: Unlike generic activity-based music, our professional music teacher delivers structured lessons in rhythm, melody, instrument technique, and music theory
YOUNGER GROUP SCHEDULE (Ages 5–7)
Younger Group (Ages 5–7) Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity & Focus |
|---|---|
| 8:30 – 9:00 AM | Early Arrival Care (Extended Program only) Reading corner, alphabet games, simple counting activities, letter tracing |
| 9:00 – 9:30 AM | Morning Circle & Welcome Daily goals, date & weather discussion, sharing time, morning songs |
| 9:30 – 10:45 AM | English Language Arts Phonics, sight words, simple reading comprehension, handwriting practice, creative storytelling, early writing skills |
| 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Number recognition (1–20), basic addition & subtraction, counting, patterns, shapes, simple word problems, hands-on math games |
| 12:00 – 1:30 PM | Lunch Break & Quiet Rest Time Students bring lunch or purchase; quiet reading, drawing, and relaxation time |
| 1:30 – 2:30 PM | Music Instruction (Professional Music Teacher) Rhythm fundamentals, simple melodies, instrument exploration (percussion, winds, strings), singing, listening games, introduction to basic music notation (Mon/Wed/Fri) |
| 2:30 – 3:30 PM | Indoor Physical Activities, Games & Movement Indoor movement games, parachute play, music and dance, team-building games, follow-the-leader, coordination activities, creative movement challenges |
| 3:30 – 4:00 PM | Afternoon Enrichment & Discovery Science experiments & discovery projects, origami, STEM challenges, storytelling & drama, imaginative play, puzzles and board games, building challenges |
| 4:00 – 5:30 PM | Extended Care Dismissal (Extended Program only) Supervised activities, additional crafts, structured play, homework support |
OLDER GROUP SCHEDULE (Ages 8–10)
Older Group (Ages 8–10) Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity & Focus |
|---|---|
| 8:30 – 9:00 AM | Early Arrival Care (Extended Program only) Independent reading, educational games, skill review, exam preparation |
| 9:00 – 9:30 AM | Morning Meeting & Goal Setting Daily agenda, current events discussion, goal setting, morning motivation |
| 9:30 – 10:45 AM | English Language Arts Reading comprehension, vocabulary development, grammar, creative & essay writing, public speaking, literary analysis, journaling |
| 10:45 AM – 12:00 PM | Mathematics Grade-appropriate concepts (fractions, decimals, multi-digit operations), problem-solving strategies, algebra readiness, math applications, mental math |
| 12:00 – 1:30 PM | Lunch Break & Free Time Students bring lunch or purchase; book exchange, quiet social time, chess and strategy games, independent reading |
| 1:30 – 2:30 PM | Indoor Physical Activities, Games & Movement Indoor team sports, fitness challenges, cooperative games, coordination activities, movement challenges, active team-building games |
| 2:30 – 3:30 PM | Advanced Music Instruction (Professional Music Teacher) Music theory (scales, notation, rhythm patterns), instrument playing techniques, ensemble fundamentals, listening & analysis, music composition (Mon/Wed/Fri) |
| 3:30 – 4:30 PM | Advanced Arts & STEM Projects Science experiments, engineering challenges, sophisticated art techniques, origami, public speaking, digital arts introduction, architecture & design builds, Personal Growth Portfolio work |
| 4:30 – 5:30 PM | Extended Learning Activities (Extended Program only) Homework assistance, advanced project work, leadership activities, peer mentoring, music composition, specialized art projects |
AFTERNOON HIGHLIGHTS
What Makes Our Afternoons Special
- Professional Music Teacher — dedicated group instruction 3x per week, not generic activity-based music
- Staggered sessions: Younger Group 1:30–2:30 PM, then Older Group 2:30–3:30 PM — maximum teacher focus and age-appropriate content
- Rich variety every day: Creative arts, science experiments, STEM, origami, painting, drama, and hands-on projects — no two days look the same
- Personal Growth Portfolio: Each child builds a portfolio throughout the summer capturing their projects, artwork, and achievements — a lasting memento of their growth
- Age-matched activities: Every afternoon activity is designed for the specific developmental needs and interests of each group
ACADEMIC CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
Core Subjects
- English Language Arts: Age-appropriate reading levels, phonics & decoding (younger) through literary analysis (older), writing development, vocabulary building
- Mathematics: Foundational number sense and operations, problem-solving skills, grade-level math thinking tailored to each group
- Music Education: Instrument exploration, rhythm and melody, music notation, group music-making, real professional instruction
- Creative Arts & STEM: Painting, crafts, science experiments, engineering builds, origami, public speaking, drama — integrated throughout the afternoon
- Physical Development: Age-appropriate movement activities, coordination, teamwork, and healthy active habits
IMPORTANT PROGRAM NOTES
Key Information
- Something new every day: Whether it’s creative arts, science projects, STEM, origami, drama, or team games — the variety keeps children genuinely excited to come back each morning
- Flexible Schedule: Detailed weekly and monthly plans will be provided. This schedule represents our standard structure but may be adjusted for special events, field trips, or enrichment activities
- Age-Appropriate Materials: All lesson materials, worksheets, and instructions are tailored to the developmental stage of each age group
- All children are supervised by qualified staff at all times