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34 News Times Newspapers, Friday, November 4, 2016 ADVERTORIAL

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Fusion Academy: A Revolutionary Way to School

If you’re the only one in class, is it necessary to raise your hand? Does lecture look more like conversation in a one-to-one classroom?

It’s hard to imagine a school with classrooms that hold just one student and one teacher – but they exist! In fact, there’s one right here in Woodbury.

Fusion Academy is a private middle and high school where all classes are one-to-one: one student and one teacher per classroom. This unique education model was born over 28 years ago out of frustration with the status quo and the passionate belief in the power of positive relationships to unlock academic potential. But Fusion’s school model isn’t solely about the smallest class size possible, it’s about helping kids flourish not only academically, but emotionally and socially, too.

Many of our students feel they don’t ‘fit’ at a traditional school. That sense of not belonging can make school an uninspiring place to be. Fusion serves kids who aren’t flourishing in a conventional environment, and offers them a community where they feel connected, supported, and understood. This creates a perfect solution for kids who have mild learning differences or social anxiety, those who need a flexible schedule, and those who are gifted and need to be more challenged.

One-to-One Works

You may be asking how one-to-one classrooms work.

First, imagine a cozy office with soft lighting and just one desk. Every classroom is adorned with each teacher’s different subject matter and personal-interest décor.

You can’t hide in a oneto-one classroom. You aren’t competing with 40 other students to be heard. You aren’t afraid to speak up or be wrong because it’s just you and the teacher. And there’s no possibility of falling through the cracks. This is why one-to-one works.

Students and teachers spend their 50minute class period together working through the material at a pace that works for the student. Our teachers work to first build trust with their students as a foundation for learning. We believe in the model of “love, motivate, teach.” Students aren’t going to care about the material if they don’t feel cared for by their teacher. A mentor relationship naturally forms, and these positive relationships are what makes Fusion work.

Don’t take my word for it. Here’s what some students have to say:

“Other schools, you’re just another number, I feel like here you’re actually a person.” - Joe, Fusion Warner Center student Previously I was enrolled in a school that robbed me of my individuality. At Fusion, the loving and motivational environment spurs me to be optimistic about the future. It provided the security that proceeded in accumulating all that was robbed from me.” - Jana Bondurant, Fusion Houston Galleria student Beyond the Classroom You may be wondering how kids have social interaction in a one-to-one environment. Student-led, Fusion-supported social interaction happens where it should: outside the classroom. We have fun nights, student interest groups, and other organizations for students to learn and grow together.

Homework doesn’t go home.

Yes, you read that correctly. All students complete their homework in one of our Homework Café® spaces on campus. Here, they have access to teacher help, and are kept accountable to finish their homework before leaving for the day. No more nightly homework battles!

The Value of Fusion Every student’s path is different, and we partner with them to help them achieve their goals, whatever they may be. Many of our students go on to attend a college or university, while some pursue a trade school, gap year, or another option. We have post-secondary counselors available to help, and programs and courses to support students’ goals.

While other schools may be cutting their art and music programs, we have a robust roster of electives for students to explore and pursue their creativity.

We also have a wellness program that includes art and music, along with physical wellness and healthy habits.

Students learn healthy self-expression and how to deal effectively with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, body image issues, and social pressures.

It is this equal focus on the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our students as individuals that makes Fusion work.

Connect with Us Even after reading all about us, there’s nothing like seeing a Fusion campus. You are invited to take a tour, meet our team, and see how one-to-one education really works. Visit us at FusionWoodbury.com to connect with us. We can’t wait to meet you and show you this truly revolutionary way to school.

260 Crossways Park Drive, Suite A, Woodbury, NY 11797 / 516-364-5414

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Fusion ion is a revolutionary place whe where ere positive, cons constructive relationshi relationships unlock academic potent otential. We W ’re a totally ly unique priv t middle and high school potential.

We’re private providing one-to-one e ed education for kids from grades 6-12.

But we’re so much more than that. We’re a community of learning dedicated to creating a supportive campus environment where every kid can flourish – emotionally, socially, and academically.

Fusion Woodbury 516.364.5414 FusionWoodbury.com 260 Crossways Park Drive, Suite A Woodbury, NY, 11797

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Camp & Schools Summer camp is a beloved tradition in many families. Many parents of young children fondly recall spending their summers at summer camp, where they made lifelong friends and learned the finer points of roasting marshmallows and competing in three-legged sack races.

Parents looking for the right summer camp for their kids will soon discover there are various types of summer camps, each offering youngsters something different. The following are some of the summer camp options parents can expect to encounter as they search for the right camper for their kids.

Day camp Day camps are not overnight camps, which means kids will return home each night rather than sleep over at camp. Day camps typically offer many of the activities people have come to associate with camps, including crafts, sports and even day-trips to experience local culture or attractions.

Many day camps are co-ed, and counselors typically live within the community.

Faith-based camp Faith-based camps offer many of the same activities as more traditional summer camps, but do so while simultaneously offering campers the opportunity to celebrate and further explore their religious beliefs. Some faith-based camps may focus heavily on religion, incorporating faith into daily camp activities, while others may be more subtle with regard to integrating religious beliefs and lessons into camp activities.

Sports camps Some summer camps focus on a particular sport, catering to young athletes who want to further develop their athletic talents. Sports camps may feature guest lectures and lessons from notable local athletes and coaches, while some camps may provide instruction from current and/or former professional athletes. Some sports camps are overnight, while others are day camps.

Family camps Family camps are opportunities for the whole family to enjoy the summer camp experience. Family camps typically tailor their activities around tasks families can complete together, with counselors providing assistance when it’s needed.

Family camps may be faith-based or secular, and families typically stay overnight, sleeping in facilities on the campsites or in lodging away from home.

Special needs camps Parents of children with special needs can still send their kids to summer camp, as there are many camps that cater to such youngsters. Special needs camps may cater to campers who are blind, deaf, learning disabled, or mentally or physically disabled. Staff at special needs camps typically undergoes extensive training, which helps to calm some of the fears parents may have about leaving their special needs children at camp. Facilities at special needs camps are often built to accommodate the specific needs of campers.

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Consistently falling grades: Tutors may be necessary for students whose grades are gradually on the decline. First speak with your child’s teachers, who may recommend tutors that specialize in certain subjects.

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Music School of New York City is thrilled to open its doors in Mineola at 234 Jericho Turnpike.

The shool blends old-world values and classical traditions, with an innovative teaching style designed for children of the twenty-first century.

Throughout her extensive teaching career for over 15 years, owner Natalia Lavrova, an international concert pianist, who started her training in her hometown of Moscow, Russia and has roots in the Russian Piano School as well two degrees from the famed Juilliard School, has always wanted to bring top NYC talent and prestigious faculty to the families of Long Island. Six years after the school’s inception in New York City, Music School of New York City is expanding and offering an opportunity to receive conservatory level training at any age or level of study here in Long Island.

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Ms. Lavrova is confident that what will separate Music School of New York City from other music schools in the area, is the worldrenown faculty who are not only great educators, but performing musicians themselves and are connected and immersed in today’s live music culture. All the teachers come from the best conservatories

of the world and are at the height of their creativity and enthusiasm in both their professional and teaching careers. They are chosen not only for their musical skills but for their ability to interact and inspire.

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ty outreach programs will allow students to perform at local schools, nursing homes, and at other organizations that otherwise might not have access to a lot of live concerts. Giving students the opportunity to share their talents and give back to the community!

Ms. Lavrova knows that although she cannot single handedly assure that everyone has access to the arts, with the help of her incredible faculty and the local community, she can build a school that shares her vision and together, can make big strides in keeping music in our children’s lives, give them tools they can use in all their future endeavors and inspire them to express themselves more freely and honestly.

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