Future of America Learning Center (FALC)

FALC implements The Creative Curriculum, adopted by the New York City Department of Education, and enriches it with core values from our original Plant a Dream Curriculum. This approach emphasizes hands-on, play-based learning that connects children to the real and natural world in our “World of Work.” At FALC, The Creative Curriculum fosters:

• Active, student-centered learning through projects and discovery
• Integration of language arts, literacy, mathematics, science, social studies and socio-emotional development
• Differentiated instruction to meet students at their level
• Exploration, interaction and experimentation to build creativity, confidence and social skills

Flow of the Day includes:

• Morning Greetings
  Our arrival routine and breakfast time provides a positive start to the day. This time fosters community among students, nourishes their minds and bodies, and establishes a predictable routine that helps them feel safe, connected, and ready to learn.
• Creative Movement
  This allocated time for creative movement, exercise, yoga and meditation helps open the children’s creative energy encouraging self-expression and connection to others.
• Question of the Day
  Fosters a sense of community, promotes critical thinking and encourages active participation by providing children with a space to share ideas, listen and engage in meaningful discussions.
• Mighty Minutes®
  Short, engaging activities that seamlessly integrate language, literacy, math, science, social studies, and physical skills into transitional moments throughout the school day—whether preparing for outdoor play or gathering for group time.
• Choice Time/World of Work
  Students choose activities based on their interests, fostering autonomy and independent learning. In this “World of Work,” they engage with thoughtfully designed learning stations equipped with authentic materials and tools for exploration.
• Interactive Read-aloud
  The interactive read-aloud fosters discussion, strengthens language skills such as phonemic awareness and comprehension, and nurtures a love of reading.
• Small Group Lessons and Activities
  Creates a focused learning environment where students receive individualized support, engage in differentiated instruction tailored to their strengths and needs, collaborate with peers, and develop essential skills such as communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Outdoor/Indoor Play
  Children engage in indoor and outdoor play to develop cognitive and language skills while strengthening emotional regulation. This time fosters peer interactions and enhances social skills such as communication and conflict resolution. It also supports gross motor development—through activities like running, jumping and climbing—while promoting spatial awareness and socialization.
• Lunch
  Provided by our contracted external vendor, meals offer more than just nutrition. They encourage social interaction, reinforce table manners and help children make mindful food choices while staying nourished for learning throughout the day.
• Nap Time
  Mid-day rest offers essential benefits, including improved cognitive function, memory consolidation, increased alertness, mood regulation and overall support for healthy physical and mental development, helping children stay engaged in learning.
• Snack
  Healthy snacks help children maintain energy levels throughout the day, which supports their active play and learning.
• Afternoon Roundup
  A calming transition as children prepare to wind down and get ready for dismissal.
• Family Partnerships
  FALC actively engages parents and caregivers in their child’s learning journey, fostering a collaborative environment where families and teachers work together to support development and well-being. By sharing information and strategies, we ensure a seamless transition between home and the classroom, promoting continuous learning across settings.
• Reflection
  Reflection enables administrators and educators to critically assess their interactions, teaching strategies and classroom dynamics. This process helps identify areas for improvement, better understand individual student needs and enhance the effectiveness of learning experiences.