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60  GUIDE TO YELLOW SPR INGS  |  2020 – 2021 Antioch University Online C : www.antioch.edu/auonline Antioch University Online is a 100% online learning envi- ronment where students can learn anywhere, anytime, at their own pace in asynchro- nous courses. The university seeks to provides learner-cen- tered education to empower students with the knowledge and skills to lead meaningful lives and to advance social, economic and environmental justice. At AU Online, course- work may include video and audio recordings by faculty, reading assignments, writing assignments and online group discussions. There are no on-campus learning require- ments, such as residencies. AU Online instructors bring years of relevant professional and educational experience to their teaching. Antioch Uni- versity is accredited by the Higher Learning Commis- sion. AU Online is housed in part at the former location of Antioch University Midwest in Yellow Springs. The build- ing, established in 2006, was constructed on 11 acres of land paid for by the Village of Yellow Springs and YS Com- munity Foundation. Community Children’s Center C : 320 Corry St.; 937‑767‑7236 E : yschildrenscenterdirector@ gmail.com W: ysccc.org The Yellow Springs Com- munity Children’s Center is a Step Up To Quality five-star award winner that offers high- quality care for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. The school’s comprehensive cur- riculum, Creative Curriculum, incorporates big ideas, varied and engaging activities, and a sense of continuity as a way to stimulate students, teachers and even families. The cur- riculum enables children to develop confidence, creativ- ity and life-long critical think- ing skills. YSCCC provides oppor tunities for families to become involved as well by inviting them in as guest speakers, readers and by host- ing monthly family nights. Enrichment activities include swimming, soccer, music, and yoga and meditation. Before Care (6:30–7:30 a.m.) and After School Pro- gram (2:45–6 p.m.), previ- ously held at Mills Lawn, is now located at the Yellow Springs Community Chil- dren’s Center. It is a rec- reational program of fering care for students enrolled at Mills Lawn, grades K–6, and is designed to provide a safe, stimulating and enrich- ing environment that is child-centered. Students may choose activities according to their own interests, including inside and outside play, orga- the Older Group children. Unless the children request homework, it is not a part of the daily life of the school. An emphasis is placed on physical activity with chil- dren playing together on the school’s expansive grounds, swimming and skating field trips. Operations are led by a board of directors, which includes parents, faculty members and a community member. The daily life of the school is facilitated by the school manager, Nathan Summers. Family involve- ment is vital to the school’s learning environment. Be c a u s e t h e An t i o c h School is small, group size and enrollment numbers are limited. Applications are accepted throughout the year and financial aid is avail- able for qualifying families. Visitors are always welcome!  EDUCATION from page 59 FIND US ON FACEBOOK: Village-Automotive-Service 1455 XENIA AVENUE • 937-767-2088 • MONDAY – FRIDAY • 7:30 A.M. – 6 P.M. k All service, Maintenance & Repair on Foreign & Domestic k Oil, Lube & Filter Service k Tire Sales/Service & 4-Wheel Alignment k Trailer Hitches/Bike Carriers k Auto Glass Repair and Replacement k Preventative Maintenance k Battery & Brake Service k Check Engine Light Diagnositcs & Repair k We work on boats, golf carts, campers, lawn mowers & so much more! V illage Automotive S E R V I C E E V O L V E D . VILLAGEAUTOMOTIVESERVICE.NET WE OFFER CONTACT-FREE PICKUP & DROPOFF SERVICES!