Once upon a time, in the charming state of New Jersey, nestled between the glittering Atlantic Ocean and the bustling cities of New York and Philadelphia, there existed a secret society of super-kids known as the "Jersey Jolly Green Thumbs." New Jersey, also known as the Garden State, is a magical place full of lush green meadows, beautiful beaches, and exciting amusement parks. But the most exciting part about New Jersey was not the Jersey Shore's sandy beaches or the thrilling roller coasters of Six Flags. No, the real excitement lay in the heart of the state where the Jersey Jolly Green Thumbs worked their farming wonders. These weren't just ordinary kids. They were green-thumbed gurus of gardening, masters of the mud, wizards of the watering cans. With their trusty mascot, a cheeky chipmunk named Cheddar, they transformed patches of dirt into sprawling gardens, brimming with rainbow-colored vegetables and fruits. Cheddar, with his shiny fur coat as orange as a Jersey pumpkin and cheeks as chubby as ripe tomatoes, was the naughtiest chipmunk in all of the Garden State. He was known far and wide for his tricks - he'd often hide the kids' gardening tools or take a crunchy bite out of the juiciest apple on the tree. But despite his mischief, the Jolly Green Thumbs loved him dearly. From dawn till dusk, these kids and their fuzzy friend, Cheddar, toiled in the fields, planting, watering, and weeding. They laughed, sang, and even danced with the sunflowers. Their green thumbs worked magic, their smiles spread joy, and their friendship with a chipmunk made life in the Garden State an incredibly fun adventure!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Ivy League Day Camp embraces the summer season with enthusiasm and a commitment to making every summer a memorable one. Our campers enjoy a wide variety of activities and experiences that are designed to foster growth and development. From swimming and sports, to arts and crafts, to leadership and team building, we strive to provide campers with an environment in which they can thrive and have fun!