Our music classes are a favorite! Sing-a-longs and chorus singing, movement and tempo, and percussion and dynamics are all incorporated into this 45-minute class. Students of all ages participate with buddies, siblings, and aides to enjoy this weekly class. Contemporary music as well as jazz, classic rock, classical, and broadway tunes can be heard through… Read More »
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Try TAPA at Home (Part IV)
These are a few of our favorite, teacher-approved, kid-loved TAPA activities! These are things that make our students grin and that you can try at home with your families. Sharing is caring so feel free to share your favorite activities with us as well! Kitchen projects sound like a disaster but we love our… Read More »
Art Classes at TAPA
Art class is a huge part of TAPA’s heart. During the week there are a variety of classes specifically designed for students based on age. Artists of all levels and abilities create unique pieces using clay, mixed media, water colors, acrylic paints, canvas, chalk, pencils, and just about everything else you can think of! Teen+… Read More »
What is Boys Dance/ Drum?
TAPA’s Boys Dance /Drum class is a movement class designed especially for teenage boys. Teachers use contemporary music to focus on percussion instruments, rhythm, patterns, and call/response activities. Students also dance with partners, free style dance, follow teachers, and stretch. Some of our favorite activities include: echo drumming, scarf dancing, and square dancing! This class… Read More »
What is Saturday Respite?
Saturday Respite is one of TAPA’s most popular programs. It meets weekly, September – June, from 9am until noon each week. For three hours students rotate between music, art, yoga, and dance classes. They also stop for a mid-morning snack to refuel! This program is a great way for new students to get to know… Read More »
Try TAPA at Home (Part III)
These are a few of our favorite, teacher-approved, kid-loved TAPA activities! These are things that make our students grin and that you can try at home with your families. Sharing is caring so feel free to share your favorite activities with us as well! #3 Sidewalk Chalk It sounds too easy to be true, but… Read More »
Try TAPA at Home (Part II)
These are a few of our favorite, teacher-approved, kid-loved TAPA activities for you to try at home! These are things that make our students grin and that you can try at home with your families. Sharing is caring so feel free to share your favorite activities with us as well! # 2 –… Read More »
Try TAPA at Home! (Part I)
These are a few of our favorite, teacher-approved, kid-loved TAPA activities for you to try at home! These are things that make our students grin and that you can try at home with your families. Sharing is caring so feel free to share your favorite activities with us as well! # 1 – Bringing… Read More »
Celebrating the 20th Annual Theresa Awards
By Robert Russo On the evening of Friday, May 2nd, friends and supporters of the Theresa Foundation gathered once again at the beautiful Bridgeview Yacht Club in Island Park, New York for the annual Theresa Awards Dinner. However, this year’s event was no ordinary night! Together, we marked the 20th Annual Theresa Awards and… Read More »
Spotlight on Mr. Pete
Mr. Pete has been with us at TAPA camp for the past three years and we are so lucky to have him! We are blessed with his endless spirit and energy for only a week each summer because he is an international teacher that is always on new adventures. Peter is Miss Debi’s son and… Read More »