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Bring your lunches! Please remember no food containing nuts allowed in The Academy classrooms. “Genders & Sexualities Alliances, or GSAs for short, are student-run organizations that unite LGBTQ+ and allied youth to build community and organize around issues impacting them in their schools and communities. GSAs have evolved beyond their traditional role to serve as safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth in middle schools and high schools, and have emerged as vehicles for deep social change related to racial, gender, and educational justice.” - GSA Network

Join us for an informational meeting on Monday, September 30 from 3:45-4:30 pm. $50 Materials Fee may be paid in cash or check made payable to "2nd Nature Academy" with "Drama Club" in memo line.

Join us every other Friday as we create the SNA yearbook for 2024-2025.

Water Walk Day

Two community member Fall Festival traffic duty volunteers showed up in style, wearing traffic cone costumes! For the first time in many years, the 2nd Nature Academy Fall Festival returned with a bang last Saturday, bringing joy to those who had never experienced it before and also to those who remembered its greatness. With kids of all ages, parents, staff, and community members in attendance, the campus was filled with food, games, and fun fall activities. From bake sales, to pumpkin bowling, face tattoos, and a thrift store, there was plenty to indulge in that made this event memorable. In fact, the thrift store, which was planned and run by the High School Service Learning class, was dedicated to raising funds for the mental health organizations Unbreakable and KyleCares . It was a huge success, raising $550  that will go directly to these organizations to support mental health initiatives. We would like to thank everyone in the community who attended and contributed to making this year’s Fall Festival special. We would also like to give an extra special thank you to the SNA Community Committee (SNACC) for making this event possible!

The SNA Cross Country team has come a long way this season growing in both focus and dedication. What began a few years ago as a small afterschool club has turned into a serious and competitive team. “It’s serious," said Freshman Braela Stearns who has been on the team in previous years and now is helping to coach. “We only have these after school clubs if we have people who are willing to participate and put forth their all.” This season, which ran from early September to late October, has been full of highlights. For example, many personal records (PR’s) were set, and the team put on an impressive performance at the Tri-County meet, where 6th grade runner Aela Ayer placed 6th in her division. Despite some injuries, the team has been giving their all this season, with team members like Braela Stearns and Noah Auger stepping up to help coach.  The SNA cross country team poses for a photo after their meet Practices mix hard work with fun and creative warm ups. For example, Braela explained their favorite out-of-the-box warm up is called “Boom, Boom, Pause,” a drill Coach Yanna usually leads designed to help with cadence and breathing. The team hopes the SNA community recognizes their effort and supports them as they continue to build their program.

Prior to submitting an inquiry, please review the following informational links. Elementary, Middle & High School DEIB Statement Immunization Policy Ideal Candidate Phone-Free School Early Childhood ECE Introduction Immunization Policy

Learn about the 2nd Nature Academy Elementary, Middle & High School admissions processes. ADMISSIONS Looking for early childhood care applications? Click here 2025-2026 late-season applications now being considered on a rolling basis. SUBMIT INQUIRY ADMISSIONS EVENTS F-1 Visas We are now accepting applicants with F-1 student visas. The Process 01 Assess if your student may be a great fit! A critical first step of our admissions process is ensuring that all prospective families are familiar with the core values of SNA. Please review: Mission & Philosophy The Ideal Candidate DEIB Statement Immunization Policy 02 Submit an inquiry Submit an inquiry with our online form to request an introductory phone call with our Director of Admissions. 03 Complete and submit all application materials & fee After the introductory phone call, the Director of Admissions will provide the applying family with all required materials. All applicants must pay an application fee at this stage. 04 Schedule a student shadow day If a completed application passes a preliminary review, we'll discuss options to schedule a student shadow day. 05 Admissions decision is delivered The Admissions Committee reviews all application materials and Shadow Day feedback from teachers before arriving at an admissions decision. Families are informed of decisions by mail. * Requirements No application will be considered complete and ready for review until all required steps are completed and all elements are submitted. Receipt of application admissions materials must be confirmed by a representative of the Admissions Committee. * Kindergarten Cut-Off To be eligible to apply to SNA kindergarten program, students must turn 5 by September 30th of the corresponding academic year. For students who do not meet the minimum age requirement or could use an extra year for social-emotional or academic readiness, we recommend our interim-kindergarten program .

Learn about the Nature's Pathways at 2nd Nature Academy early childhood education application process. APPLICATION PROCESS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION INFANTS (2 MOS) - PRE-ELEMENTARY (5 YO) TUITION APPLY INQUIRE TUITION Tuition assistance is available for qualifying families. *Includes up to 10 hours of care per day ( Center Hours ), plus lunch and snacks. These rates do not include annual administrative fees. All tuition & fees are subject to change. Looking for our part-day emergent kindergarten rates? Visit: Part-Day Program Infants (2-11 months) $2,020 $2,230 4-day 5-day Toddler A & B (12-23 months) $1,910 $2,140 4-day 5-day Toddler C (24+ months) $1,800 $2,050 4-day 5-day Preschool 3 y/o by Sept. 30 $1,730 $1,920 4-day 5-day Prekindergarten 4 y/o by Sept. 30 $1,680 $1,880 4-day 5-day Interim-kindergarten 5 y/o by Jan. 1 $1,880 5-day only APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT PROCESS Admissions is based on availability and compatibility with our program(s), and confirmed enrollment is based on the completion of all steps listed below. We recommend beginning the application process at least several months prior to your desired start date. Submitting an online inquiry is the swiftest way to learn if there is a waitlist and/or gauge predicted availability in your child's age group. SUBMIT INQUIRY 01 Learn about our program Prior to submitting an inquiry, we encourage prospective families to learn about our program to determine if we are a great fit for your child. An introduction to our program >> Emergent curriculum >> 02 Submit an initial inquiry Submit an inquiry online. Once reviewed, a representative from our Admissions Department will reach out via the email provided with materials (if applicable) and to schedule a tour. 03 Tour the center Join the Director of Early Childhood Education on a tour of our facilities. 04 Admissions decision The enrollment process will begin if/when admittance is approved by the Director of Early Childhood Education. An application visit day for your child with their prospective group may be required prior to an admissions decision being made. 05 Finalize schedule Once accepted into the program, the Director will work with you to confirm days of care, schedule your child's onboarding visit days, and establish your child's official start date (pending receipt of all registration materials). 06 Submit registration materials When a child is granted admissions, they will be provided a complete list of registration steps. No registration is finalized without submission of all required elements and deposit payment (registration fee + first month's tuition). Deposits for infants who are yet to be born may not be submitted more than 6 months prior to the projected due date. 2nd Nature Academy is free from discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").