Daily Rhythm

Each day begins with a gentle transition into our learning space through open-ended free play. This unstructured time allows students to settle in, connect with peers, and engage in sensory-friendly or creative activities at their own pace. It offers a calm and supportive start before we gather for our morning meeting and begin the day’s learning.

MindRise is our daily morning rhythm that supports regulation, focus, and emotional readiness for the day. It includes student-led goal setting, the introduction of our daily or weekly theme, and guided moments of mindfulness to help students feel grounded and prepared.

This consistent routine fosters self-awareness, supports transitions, and helps each learner start their day feeling safe, seen, and ready to engage.

NeuroFlow is our mid-morning transition period that offers students a chance to reset and recharge after core academics. This free-flowing break includes a small snack and self-directed time, allowing students to move, create, rest, or connect in ways that feel right for their bodies and minds.

NeuroFlow supports regulation and autonomy, helping students transition smoothly into our Creative Arts Labs feeling nourished, grounded, and ready to engage.

Creative Arts Lab is a dynamic, two-part block where students explore self-expression, movement, and creativity. Each day is split into two rotating sessions. One half always includes a music group supporting connection, regulation, and expression through rhythm and sound.

The second half offers a rotating mix of activities including visual art, dance, building, STEM challenges, sensory play, or student choice projects. This structure allows students to engage both sides of the brain, follow their interests, and experience the arts as a powerful part of learning and growth.

After a full morning of learning and creativity, students enjoy a relaxed lunch followed by outdoor play. This time allows for movement, fresh air, and unstructured social interaction—essential for emotional regulation, physical development, and peer connection.

Whether climbing, running, exploring nature, or engaging in imaginative games, outdoor play gives students the space to recharge and return to the classroom ready to learn and grow.

BrainBridge is our midday check-in and regroup, giving students a chance to pause, reflect, and reconnect before moving into the afternoon. This gentle reset includes emotional check-ins, mindfulness activities, or light movement, helping students tune into their needs and shift gears with intention.

BrainBridge strengthens self-awareness, supports regulation, and reinforces our community rhythm, bridging the morning’s learning with the rest of the day.

Think Lab is our self-directed, project based learning time where students take the lead. Older students dive into personal projects based on their interests, whether connected to our current theme or something entirely their own, building research, planning, and creative problem solving skills along the way.

For younger students, Think Lab includes explorative learning centers that invite hands on discovery, imaginative play, and early project work. This block also includes optional music lessons such as piano, percussion, voice, or ukulele, allowing students to develop musical skills through individualized instruction. Think Lab empowers all learners to follow their curiosity, make meaningful choices, and grow as independent thinkers.

LifeLinks is our dedicated time for building real-world skills that connect learning to everyday life. Students engage in practical activities focused on life skills, executive functioning, problem solving, and community integration.

Whether planning a group project, organizing materials, exploring how systems work, or hearing from a guest speaker or community member, students develop confidence, independence, and flexible thinking. LifeLinks helps bridge academic learning with real-life application in meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways.

MindWind is our end-of-day reflection time, giving students space to slow down, process their experiences, and prepare for a smooth transition home. Through guided reflection, journaling, discussion, or quiet creative activities, students build awareness of what they’ve learned, how they’ve grown, and what they’re looking forward to next.

It’s a gentle close to the day that reinforces regulation, connection, and a sense of accomplishment.