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Casita Monte accepts applications throughout the year to enroll in any of our programs.
Please submit this form to be considered for registration in one or more of the 2024-2025 Casita Monte programs. If you would like to send additional information not requested here to be shared with the enrollment committee/board, email
vecinaappalachia@gmail.com .
Our programs are sponsored by VECINA Appalachia, Inc. Curriculum is delivered in Spanish and English at Casita Monte in order to create immersive experiences that enhance language, cognitive, and social development.
Below is the overview of programs at our Boone location, 130 Highway 105 Bypass. Boone, North Carolina.
EARLY EDUCATION
All early education programs held at Casita Monte are for Ages 0 to 4 years. Our typical student to teacher ratio is 5 students for every teacher with a minimum teacher-student ratio of 1 to 7. Multiple membership options. Complete this form to be contacted to schedule a tour and discuss your needs.
Program Descriptions
Summer Society Program / Vinculo Verano »
June 3 - September 30, 2024 »
This year's Casita Monte summer program for ages 0-4 will focus on coping skills and modes of expression to help students navigate their world and form early bonds.
Nuestra Naturaleza / Our Nature »
September 30 - December 20 »
Focused on bringing out the nature lover in a multiage, diverse group of students. Per the county’s order, Nuestra Naturaleza will operate in 2024 as a half-day program.
Ritmus: Music and Rhythm Play Group »
Jan 13 - May 9 »
Focused on bringing authentic cultural experiences to our young children through movement, sound, and storytelling. Program schedule to be announced in December 2024.
ELEMENTARY
Casita Monte has limited spaces for our afterschool program, weekdays 2:30-5:30 with option to add on for select school holidays, closures, and remote learning days.
HIGH SCHOOL
Empoder Community Leadership Club is delivered in English, meets once a week, and is held at local organizations to enhance networking opportunities. The club’s academic advisor is local nonprofit organizer and educational leadership doctorate, Dr. María Hernández. All leadership club members will have priority admission in the annual summer summit. Leadership club starts September 4, 2024. Program includes basic language instruction in Spanish. No previous experience speaking Spanish required.
COLLEGE
Intentionally designed internships for any degree program. Email vecinaappalachia@gmail.com to learn more about internship opportunities.
NOTES ON ADMISSION PROCESS
Enrollment is on a rolling basis as space is available.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION:
VECINA Appalachia and its sponsored programs do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sexual orientation, ability, or gender. All applicants will be considered, based on the student's need and the organization's capacity to meet those needs.
PRIVACY
Your personal information is private, and we value your privacy. As such, any identifying information in this application or other materials shared with our organization will not be shared with any third party without your written consent.
