EDUCATE EXPOSE ENDOW EXPAND
Empowering youth through academic and athletic enrichment programs.
EDUCATE EXPOSE ENDOW EXPAND
Empowering youth through academic and athletic enrichment programs.
About Us
Our Mission
The Field of Dreams Academy is a 501c3 sports-based youth development, non-profit organization whose primary mission is to EDUCATE, EXPOSE and ENDOW opportunities to youth from underrepresented and underserved communities who have the talent, passion, and skill to excel in academics, athletics, and character leadership development! Our c
The Field of Dreams Academy is a 501c3 sports-based youth development, non-profit organization whose primary mission is to EDUCATE, EXPOSE and ENDOW opportunities to youth from underrepresented and underserved communities who have the talent, passion, and skill to excel in academics, athletics, and character leadership development! Our core sports are auto racing, baseball, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, and volleyball. Our focus is to EXPAND their knowledge based using the field of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), as our framework. Our objective is to provide and foster a learning environment where social-emotional learning (SEL) is encouraged so that our youth can sense and understand his or her purpose and self-confidence in the classroom, home and among their peers. Our goal is for every youth who participates in the Field of Dreams Academy to have a positive impact on his or her community by becoming transformative leaders!
Our DEI Commitment Program
At the Field of Dreams Academy, we believe our differences shape and strengthen us. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) play a critical role in how we operate and create a culture in which everyone feels heard and represented. Our (DEI) is framed around a commitment and dedication to being an anti-racist organization that advances soci
At the Field of Dreams Academy, we believe our differences shape and strengthen us. Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) play a critical role in how we operate and create a culture in which everyone feels heard and represented. Our (DEI) is framed around a commitment and dedication to being an anti-racist organization that advances social justice. Grounded in our mission of preparing students to be successful in the classroom, athletic field, among their peers, and become transformative leaders in their community.
Child Protection and Safety Policy
Child Protection and Safety Policy
The Field of Dreams Academy (FODA) has developed the following Child Protection and Safety Policy. This policy is an overarching document that provides key elements of our approach to protecting children from abuse. It is designed to be communicated through our public website as well as through other mediums such as newsletters, social m
The Field of Dreams Academy (FODA) has developed the following Child Protection and Safety Policy. This policy is an overarching document that provides key elements of our approach to protecting children from abuse. It is designed to be communicated through our public website as well as through other mediums such as newsletters, social media platforms, written or oral communication, and application packs for board of directors, staff members, coaching staff, academic fellows, volunteers and third-party contractors.
Statement of Commitment to Child Safety:
Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
The Field of Dreams Academy is committed to the protection of all children from all forms of child abuse and demonstrates this commitment through the implementation of a comprehensive Child Protection Program designed to keep children safe.
The Field of Dreams Academy has a zero tolerance for child abuse, and it is our commitment to act in every child’s best interest and keeping them safe from harm. The Field of Dreams Academy regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a child safe culture.
Child Safe Principles
The Field of Dreams Academy’s commitment to child safety is based on the following overarching principles that guide the development and regular review of our work systems, practices, policies and procedures to protect children from abuse.
1. All children have the right to be safe.
2. The welfare and best interests of the child are paramount.
3. The views of the child and a child’s privacy must be respected.
4. Clear expectations for appropriate behavior with children are established in our Child Safety Code of Conduct and Staff and Student Professional Boundaries Policy.
5. The safety of children is dependent upon the existence of a child safe culture.
6. Child safety awareness is promoted and openly discussed within FODA and the community (ies) we serve.
7. Procedures are in place to screen all staff, Direct Contact Volunteers*, third party contractors and external education providers who have direct contact with children.
8. Child safety and protection is everyone's responsibility.
9. Child protection training is mandatory for all staff members, academic fellows, coaching staff and direct contact volunteers.
10. Procedures for responding to alleged or suspected incidents of child abuse are simple and accessible for all members affiliated, associated, participating within FODA.
11. Children from underrepresented, culturally, or socially diverse backgrounds have the right to special care and support including those who identify as LGBTQ and/or Transgender.
12. Children who have any kind of disability have the right to special care and support.
* Direct Contact Volunteers are those volunteers that are involved in providing support, guidance, and supervision directly to students and could potentially have direct contact with students during the normal course of providing the volunteer service.
Academic Enrichment Programs
Innovators and Inventors
Innovators and Inventors is our after-school enrichment program that incorporates various engaging STEAM programs, such as First Lego Robotics, Video Gaming, and Battlebots. This program will offer a unique experience where curiosity, experimentation, and risk-taking is encouraged! Students will engage in various hands-on STEM activities from 3D modeling, architectural design, aeronautics and robotics, marine biology to film making. We present and allow the students to “live” the science and math concepts and see their relevance in real-world applications. We also believe there is an inherent value for students to develop his/her interpersonal skills. So, they will also engage in activities such as public speaking, creative writing, and digital art. We know how to strike just the right balance between structure and fun!
Our Racing to Make Our Dreams
RMOD Derby's Education Program uses the tools and values of Soap Box Derby® racing to introduce Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) to students in an enjoyable, engaging way. The Education Program is designed to provide 4th -12th educators and students with project- and standards-based, inter-curricular learning opportunities. Through our Ready-Set-Go Achievement Program, each student will be assigned to team who will assemble soap box derby car kits; and then race against other teams within the Westside Sports League, and other local rally races in hopes of being crowned RMOD Champion!
The objective is to educate, expose, and endow these students to the sport of auto racing; and how to apply the principles of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM).
FLYING HIGH with Creativity, and Exploration
Our Flying High with Creativity, and Exploration curriculum is presented in a unique platform where our students are instilled with a strong sense of curiosity, confidence, and teamwork. Students explore, learn, and evolve along with the applications of today and the discoveries of tomorrow. We understand that the technological landscape is constantly evolving, and our curriculum is specifically designed to introduce 21st century STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in and out of the classroom! We provide the perfect educational platform for our students to become familiar with and learn the many facets of drones, robotics, source coding and how it applies to real life opportunities. Students learn Blockly, Python, Open-CV, Node.js, and JavaScript by coding autonomous missions in the classroom using the Tello drone, Go1 Quadruped Robot, and databots!
STEAM Robotics Camp
The field of robotics is driving new technology and changing the way we live, work and play! Mechanization of everything from self-driving cars to creation of new energy sources can all trace their origins in robotics and mechanical engineering.
Imagine a day camp that is designed to offer students an opportunity to learn and explore their mechanical minds by allowing them to imagine, design, and create robots that will uniquely address today’s scientific and technological innovations...through different experiments and projects like Video Game Creation, Robotics, Veterinary Medicine, Crime Scene Investigation, Culinary Science, Paleontology, Engineering, Space, Biology, Chemistry, Oceanography, LEGO Robotics and much more.
Students will engage in hands-on experiences that stimulate communication, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Emory Math Circle
Emory Math Circle is a free math enrichment program for middle and high school students (grades 6 - 12) in the Atlanta area.
The instructors are all PhD students at Emory or Georgia Tech.
Math Circle brings students together with mathematically sophisticated leaders in an informal setting to work on interesting problems or topics in mathematics. We combine significant content with a setting that encourages a sense of discovery and excitement about mathematics through problem-solving and interactive exploration.
The goal is to teach students how to think both logically and creatively while sparking and developing in them a passion for mathematics. We offer different levels of classes, each of which meets six times per semester in Emory's Math and Science Center or online.
Genius Science and Math Camp
GENIUS Science and Math Camp is a hands-on academic enrichment program focused on presenting STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) concepts and principles. Our instructors introduce various forms, concepts, and theories by incorporating technology, field experiments, classroom lectures, and interactive team building projects.
Every camper will get a taste of different engineering fields including civil, computer, mechanical, robotics and electrical. Many projects will mentally and physically engage the campers to complete activities and projects as small groups, where no prior knowledge is necessary but advanced learning and critical thinking skills are developed. Activities will be tailored to individual camper needs, and how he/she can contribute to their small group.
Our goal is to present an exploratory learning session where every camper develops and enhances his or her critical and analytical thinking skills. We want to develop the next generation of scientists, engineers, inventors, and leaders from our community.
Athletic Enrichment Programs
Westside Sports League
Westside Sports League is a diverse, culturally responsive athletic program, where underrepresented and underserved youth can engage in physical activity at least 3 times per week to increase their aerobic capacity and physical well-being.
Our Westside Sports League offers auto racing, baseball, lacrosse, soccer, softball, and volleyball in a safe environment where our youth feel safe and protected where they can learn the game, improve their skill development, and become transformative leaders among their peers and community.
Racing to Make Our Dreams (RMOD)
Under our Racing to Make Our Dreams (RMOD)program. Students in grades 5th through 12th will participate in their school’s Ready-Set-Go Achievement Program and build soap box derby car kits for their school, either as a Saturday school, or in after school project. It is a youth gravity racing program that is sanctioned by the International Soap Box Derby, Inc.
▪ The objective is to educate, expose, and endow these students to the STEM based sports; and how to apply their principles.
Field of Dreams United Lacrosse Club (FODLC)
Field of Dreams United Lacrosse Club (FODLC) is an instructional sports league designed to introduce lacrosse to youth in the Washington School District cluster while creating a quality foundation of support for participating high school programs the future. FODLC will participate with other clubs in the Westside Sports and Atlanta Lacrosse League. Players from 5th to 11th grade are welcome to participate. No lacrosse experience is necessary.
Our purpose is to promote lacrosse among middle and high school aged youth, with an emphasis on providing the fundamentals and introducing the fast-growing sport to our youth community.
Our goal is to teach these youth lacrosse skills, teamwork, communication, and have fun!
Next Generation of Stars
Next Generation of Stars is our baseball & softball development program that engages youth at all skill levels to learn, grow and play the game to the best of their ability. It is an umbrella program for youth leagues, summer baseball and softball programming for youth ages 8-18 years old. It is a structured and fun learning environment where our youth are challenged and encouraged to participate in friendly competition where we educate them on sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, fundamentals of the game.
Our program goes beyond the game. It serves as an educational, community focused, and resource rich program to guide our ballplayers from youth through young adulthood, preparing them for their future, both on and off the field.
Kicking for the Stars
Kicking for the Stars is our soccer program. Our recreational soccer program is for ages 7U-14U. Our academy program is our enhanced training and select program for ages 12U-18U. We not only teach our players about technique but also build their soccer IQ's by helping them recognize and understand game situations.
Through our partnership with the Art of Soccer Academy (TASOA), youth who possess high potential, ability and desire to reach our first club team, participates in our player development pathway program where they participate in our elite training program, showcase camps and clinics, and compete in national tournaments.
Our player development staff consist of former professional and collegiate players who understands what it takes to play at the next level. Our coaches meticulously prepare their training sessions where the focus is on teaching methods of guided discovery to promote individual player development within the team concept but also positioning them to pursue opportunities to play soccer at top colleges and universities across the United States.
Volleyball Club
Our volleyball program for female youth in grades 6th-11th. Our program is designed to introduce these young athletes to the sport of volleyball while emphasizing skill development and fundamental techniques. Through structured drills and exercises executed at every practice session, our players are able to elevate their skill development and understanding the game. Our players have the opportunity to compete against other teams in a fun, safe, supportive, inclusive, and instructive environment.
Our elite training and competitive team program are for serious athletes. We offer unique instruction from former professional and collegiate athletes and coaches who will enhance your skills level and to help them reach the next level in their game.
Our goal is to empower our female youth through the sport of volleyball, fostering a love for the game and promoting personal growth, leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship both on and off the court.
Our athletic program is built on the principle of positive character building. We balance our program by teaching our youth the fundamentals of the game, coupled with an understanding of vital life skills and the virtues of integrity, perseverance, courage and a commitment to excellence. Our success is not measured in wins/losses, but by ensuring our youth reach his or her highest potential.
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