SCALED Learning™ Curriculum
Learning that grows with your child.
Holistic Before and After-School Curriculum
SCALED Learning™ presents kids with new challenges as they reach each stage of their development. Kids who participate in the Y’s before and after-school programs expand the school day through active play with classmates and curriculum that augments what they’re learning in school. Discovering the world is fun and safe with the experts who help kids grow and learn in spirit, mind, and body.
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The Six Pillars
SCALED Learning™ helps kids grow in the classroom and beyond through engaging in STEM, hands-on arts exploration, literacy enrichment, career-connected learning, diversity and global education, social development, and fun!
STEM (S)
STEM projects engage kids in science, technology, engineering, or math to practice academic skills, think critically, and promote investigation, inquiry, and discovery.
Career-Connected Learning (C)
Kids explore career paths through integrated lesson plans and get to know real professionals in various industries, including engineering, medicine, business, and education, through classroom visits.
Arts Exploration (A)
Kids engage in hands-on art projects, which grow in complexity as they get older. They will explore a variety of art techniques and media as they discover ways to express themselves creatively.
Literacy Enrichment (L)
Literacy activities engage kids in reading aloud and discussion, creative writing, Reader's Theater, and word games to practice academic skills and promote expression.
Enrichment Add-Ins (E)
These activities enhance the SCALED Learning™ framework by offering engaging, youth-driven experiences to support healthy development, leadership, collaboration, and meaningful connections. (Specific activities may vary by site.)
Diversity & Global Learning (D)
Kids become good global citizens through cultural events and projects that explore diverse perspectives, ideas, beliefs, and customs.
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Weekly Curriculum Schedule
Each week at our licensed child care sites, staff share a SCALED Learning™ curriculum calendar with parents, so they know what activities their kids are engaged in before and after school.
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Connect with Us
To learn more about SCALED Learning™ and the Y's commitment to education and enrichment, please contact our Elevate Curriculum Team at elevate@seattleymca.org.
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