Learning that goes beyond the classroom
The Kaleidoscope teaching method
Our mission is to bring an exclusive teaching method, developed by Valentyn Usmanov, to children and youth. The method works for any subject. It makes students more interested in new material and builds the habit and the skill of learning on their own.
Folk Dance Club Kaleidoscope uses the method every day. A required part of it is putting what you learn into practice, so the Multiculture Center organizes performances for the club and builds partnerships with schools and universities.
We create educational and cultural programs that reach beyond the classroom. Through dance and shared experiences, we help children and youth:
- Discover a love of learning
- Grow in respect and teamwork
- Stay engaged in a supportive community instead of drifting toward negative street influences
- Strengthen relationships and communication within their families
- Build leadership, explore new interests, and prepare for future success
Who we serve
Children and youth of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, including immigrant and low-income families. Our programs are open to everyone.
Help for families
We support low-income and single-parent families, and offer scholarships and grants for talented students and those with financial need.
How our programs help the community
- We bring children and adults into a project that makes community life more interesting.
- We keep children off the street and away from criminal influences.
- Our children’s success shows in how much they are in demand. You don’t need to be important; what matters is being needed.
- Folk Dance Club Kaleidoscope is one more working small business in our neighborhood.
- Working with schools, elected officials’ offices and community organizations shows our children new paths for their future, from volunteering and voting to choosing a profession.
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