Events — Bloom Academy (2024)

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Bloom Academy is hosting its second annual, Benefit for Bloom, on May 27th, 2023. We are asking our community for help to raise funds that will allow us to continue to serve the children in our community. Here is a bit about Bloom Academy- Bloom is the first and only self-directed learning center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Bloom serves as an educational alternative to children whose social-emotional, physical, or academic needs are not being or would not be met in conventional school. Our mission is to celebrate and nurture the natural curiosity of every child through self-directed education. We operate under the philosophy that children are natural learners and will learn the skills and content they need through their own interests and natural inclinations- whenever they feel it is relevant or important to their lives. Through self-directed learning, we aim to ensure that all children are given an opportunity to succeed- regardless of their race, economic status, or academic level!

Through our experiences as students and educators in the school system, we have witnessed many children who have so much to offer yet they are not given an equitable opportunity to succeed due to their socioeconomic status. In addition, families in lower-income areas have expressed a need for an alternative educational space for their children and many have reported early developments of anxiety and depression. We believe all children deserve access to a learning environment that is more inquiry-based so that children may connect with their learning and feel prepared to create a future that is meaningful to them- whether it be through entrepreneurship, apprenticeships, travel, or college. This is why we are asking for your help!

Benefit for Bloom is an event focused on raising money for our Scholarship Fund. which provides many children with the opportunity to learn in a setting that gives them the time, space, and support they need to "bloom" into the best versions of themselves.

So come dance, eat, drink, and be merry all while providing children within our community the opportunity they deserve to learn in an environment that empowers them to thrive! See you there!

A huge & loving shoutout to the sponsors & supporters of our event:

• Fergusons Downtown

• UFC

• Richard A. Kaufmann & Family Trust

• Horizon Print Solutions

Interested in becoming a sponsor for our event? Send us an email bloomacademylv@gmail.com

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Parents, we know you need some “me” time too so we’re here to help!

Take advantage of our Lorax-themed Parents’ Night Out happening on May 12th from 5:00PM-8:00PM here at Bloom Academy.

We will be doing a Lorax-inspired STEAM workshop and watching the film.

This event costs $30 for 1 child or $50 for 2.

To register, please complete this form below and come on May 12th with your cash payment.

We’ll see you there!

Our friends over at Stand Together and FreeThink thought that what we are doing at Bloom Academy is pretty cool so they decided to film a short documentary that tells our story and mission.

Come join us at Cornish Pasty Co. on Monday, May 8th from 6:00PM-8:00PM as we debut this exciting and inspiring short documentary! You’ll also get a chance to hear from our staff, some of the film crew, and other microschool founders as we share more on Bloom Academy, the filming experience, and what microschooling in Las Vegas is all about. Cornish Pasty serves delicious pastys and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) that you can purchase throughout the event so come with empty bellies!

This event is open to any interested. party and the cost to attend is simply a love donation that you can give at the door via cash, card, or Zelle®. 💕 Want to donate ahead of time? We support it! You can Zelle® us at bloomacademylv@gmail.com

See you there!

RSVP below! ⬇

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Our first ever "Benefit for Bloom" is being held at Fergusons Downtown on July 15, 2022. From 7:00 PM- 10:00 PM you can come listen to music, enjoy delicious beverages, play outdoor games, and learn more about Bloom Academy.

Bloom Academy is a self-directed learning center that serves as an alternative to school for kiddos in Las Vegas. We believe children are natural learners and will learn the skills they need through their own interests and natural inclinations whenever they feel it’s important or relevant to their lives. We’re different because we guide children to direct their own learning by utilizing their interests, curiosities, and strengths. Bloom offers diverse and optional workshops taught by staff, parents, kids, and volunteers in the community, that give children the opportunity to engage in their own inquiry and develop their own passions and skills. When at Bloom, children choose how to spend their time- whether it be participating in the day's workshops, creating art, using technology, inventing a new game, socializing, or playing.Bloom Academy is open during standard school days and hours and is available to children of all social and economic backgrounds.

What does your ticket include? Entrance to the venue and 1 raffle ticket.

Music Line-Up:

6:30 PM-7:15 PM: Camden West

7:15 PM- 8:00 PM: B. Rose

8:00PM-9:00 PM: Sound X Color

9:00 PM-10:00PM: Maejoy x The Noir Movement

A huge and loving shoutout to the sponsors of our event:

• Fergusons Downtown

• Nevada Action for School Options

• Smile Vegas Dental

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What?: This Parents’ Night Out is inspired by the movie, “Luca”. Kiddos will have the opportunity to dive deep into Italian culture which will include making their own pasta with Chef Andrew Pro! Following this exploration and creation, we will gather to watch, “Luca”. 🍝

Where?: At Bloom Academy! 2550 S Rainbow Blvd E27, Las Vegas, NV, 89146

When?: Tuesday, June 21 from 5:00PM- 10:00PM

Who?: Any Las Vegas family with children ages 5+

How much?: $30 per kiddo (cash only, please!)

Please RSVP by Friday, June 17th!

Questions? Let us know!

The Event

Mondays Dark is a variety show that raises $10,000 for a different local charity every other Monday. Twice a month, founder and host Mark Shunock gathers an eclectic cast of guests including musical acts and stars from Hollywood and The Strip for 90 minutes of chat, entertainment and a lot of laughs. 2019 marked $1 million raised since it began in 2013. Mondays Dark was created and is hosted by is a 100% volunteer organization.

We are thrilled to announce that Bloom Academy has been selected as one of the charities to benefit from Monday’s Dark this year! On Monday, July 12th, Monday’s Dark and their incredible volunteer acts will raise $10,000 for our program in 90 minutes.

The Silent Auction

In addition to the entertainment, there will also be a silent auction! If you or someone you know would like to contribute an item to our Monday’s Dark silent auction, please send us an email!

The Tickets

Due to Covid-19, they must limit the number of in-person tickets available to 48 but fret not! You can tune in live online for free. These shows are always, as Mark likes to say, “a party” and so much fun! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be entertained by incredible acts and to support your favorite Las Vegas self-directed learning center.

For tickets or more information, visit: https://mondaysdark.com/event/bloom-academy/

I'm so excited to be teaching kids how to repurpose their clothing and make it into something new!

We will be sewing up scrunches and possibly a tote bag, if time permits!

Here is what the kids will need to bring to the workshop:

• Any piece of old clothing they want to repurpose (they can bring new fabric If they would like, as well!)

Click here to register today!

See you on Tuesday 😊

- Raquel

The Climate Reality Project

What will this workshop cover?

As we prepare to open our doors, a lot of families are facing the fears that come with pulling their child out of conventional school. Questions such as, “Is what I’m doing legal even though Bloom Academy isn’t accredited?” or “If my child decides they want to return to conventional school, will they be able to enter into the same grade as peers their age?” With these questions coming up so frequently, we felt it necessary to call upon our dear, brilliant friend, Elissa Wahl. Elissa is the founder of the Nevada Homeschool Network and also the co-writer of the Nevada Homeschool Laws. She is also an unschooling mama, herself! During this session, you will be able to ask Elissa all of the questions that are keeping you up at night in regards to the legalities and fundamentals of homeschooling in Nevada.

Is this workshop being offered in-person or virtually?

We will be offering this workshop as a hybrid. It will be available in-person at:

4717 Compass Bow Lane, Las Vegas, NV, 89130

It will also be available virtually via Zoom! The link to the event will be sent to you once you register.

Will a recording of this workshop be available if I can’t make it?

It sure will! We will be posting the recording under our “Resources” tab on our website so that you may view it when it is convenient. If you are unable to attend, we also invite you to email us your questions so that we may ask Elissa for you!

What is my donation for a ticket going towards?

100% of the money raised for this parent workshop will be going towards the downpayment on the space for Bloom Academy!

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What will these workshops cover?

This is part two of a two-part series on the topic of hurried children. This workshop will be dedicated to sharing and discussing strategies that help children grow up mindfully and wholly in a hurried society. This workshop will be hosted by Rebekah Williams, a 2nd grade teacher working for Clark County School District in Las Vegas, Nevada. She has a B.S. and M.Ed. in Early and Elementary Childhood Education and Literacy Development. She has taught in various elementary grade levels and has worked as a Learning Strategist and Instructional Coach. Rebekah is passionate about her work and research and strives to create a developmentally appropriate and stimulating learning environment for all of her students.

Is this workshop being offered in-person or virtually?

We will be offering this workshop virtually via Zoom. The link to the event will be sent to you the day before the workshop.

Do I need to attend both workshops?

Although it will be more beneficial if you are able to attend both, you do not need to attend both workshops! Come for what you can as both workshops will be extremely informative on their own.

What is my donation for a ticket going towards?

100% of the money raised for this parent workshop will be going towards furniture and learning materials for our space!

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What will these workshops cover?

Part one of this two-part workshop series covers the topic of hurried children; why and how we hurry our children to grow up too fast and what the overall impact of such rushing is. Part two will be dedicated to strategies that help children grow up mindfully and wholly in a hurried society. Both workshops will be hosted by Rebekah Williams, a 2nd grade teacher working for Clark County School District in Las Vegas, Nevada. She has a B.S. and M.Ed. in Early and Elementary Childhood Education and Literacy Development. She has taught in various elementary grade levels and has worked as a Learning Strategist and Instructional Coach. Rebekah is passionate about her work and research and strives to create a developmentally appropriate and stimulating learning environment for all of her students.

Are these workshops being offered in-person or virtually?

We will be offering these workshops virtually via Zoom. The link to the event will be sent to you the day before the workshop.

Do I need to attend both workshops?

Although it will be more beneficial if you are able to attend both, you do not need to attend both workshops! Come for what you can as both workshops will be extremely informative on their own.

Register Now!

Help us fill our shelves with inspiration, imagination, and information that will help young minds bloom!🌻

Bloom Academy has partnered up with Usborne Books & More to host our very first book drive! Through the “Literacy for a Lifetime” program, Usborne Books & More will match all purchases and donations with 50% back in books for Bloom Academy. This is a perfect opportunity as the holidays are just around the corner and what better gift to give than that of a book? 📚

From November 8th- November 15th, Bloom Academy will receive 50% back in books for any items you purchase through Usborne Books & More. Our goal is to raise $1,000 in books! Click here to begin purchasing books! No promo or discount code needed.

If you don’t care to purchase any books but would still like to help us achieve our goal, you can simply donate through this program by clicking here.

Feel free to email us or our Usborne Books & More representative, Nicole, with any questions!

Happy shopping! 😃🎉

This event is

SOLD OUT!

What is Boos & Brushes with Bloom?

Boos and Brushes with Bloom is a fundraiser benefitting Bloom Academy. You will be guided through a fall-inspired painting, step-by-step, from start to finish. At the end of the night you can take your very own 11” x 14” masterpiece home! This event is for adults ages 21 and over, no experience necessary.

Is this event being offered in-person or virtually?

This event will be offered in-person at ART 2 art Gallery in Tivoli Village.

420 S Rampart Blvd, Suite 120

Las Vegas, NV 89145

In order to follow Nevada and CDC regulations, we will be limiting the number of attendees to 20 (this will be done on a first-come, first-serve basis) and we ask that you please wear masks and practice social distancing. Seating will be arranged with 2 to a table.

What is my donation for a ticket going towards?

100% of the money raised from this event will go towards the downpayment on the space for Bloom Academy.

What is included in my ticket?

Each ticket includes a 11" x 14" canvas, the paints, brushes, a drink ticket, and some fall-inspired treats!

This event is

SOLD OUT!

What is Boos & Brushes with Bloom?

Boos and Brushes with Bloom is a fundraiser benefitting Bloom Academy. You and your family will be guided through a Halloween-inspired painting, step-by-step, from start to finish. At the end of the night you can take your very own 11” x 14” masterpiece home! This event is for adults and children, no experience necessary. Make sure to wear your costume!

Is this event being offered in-person or virtually?

This event will be offered in-person at ART 2 art Gallery in Tivoli Village.

420 S Rampart Blvd, Suite 120

Las Vegas, NV 89145

In order to follow Nevada and CDC regulations, we will be limiting the number of attendees to 20 (this will be done on a first-come, first-serve basis) and we ask that you please wear masks and practice social distancing. Seating will be arranged with 2 to a table or 4 to a table if a family.

What is my donation for a ticket going towards?

100% of the money raised from this event will go towards the downpayment on the space for Bloom Academy.

What is included in my ticket?

Each ticket includes a 11" x 14" canvas, the paints, brushes, and some Halloween treats! Make sure to wear your costume!

register now!

What will this workshop cover?

Elissa Wahl is the founder of the Nevada Homeschool Network and also the co-writer of the Nevada Homeschool Laws. During this hour- long workshop, Elissa will be speaking on the basics of homeschooling in Nevada; what it means to homeschool, how to register your child as a homeschooler, and what is required of the family and child once registered. In order to make Bloom Academy a fully self-directed learning environment, all children that attend must be registered as homeschoolers in Nevada so we highly recommend this workshop to any family who is interested in Bloom Academy and is new to homeschooling.

Is this workshop being offered in-person or virtually?

We will be offering this workshop virtually via Zoom. The link to the event will be sent to you once you register.

What is my donation for a ticket going towards?

100% of the money raised for this parent workshop will be going towards the downpayment on the space for Bloom Academy.

What is the raffle prize?

We will be raffling off a decadent wine and chocolate gift basket accompanied with two beautiful handmade ceramic cups! We will deliver the gift basket to the winner.

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