New Heights Learning Center

Here’s something worth knowing before you dismiss music as “just an elective.”

MUSIC activates all four lobes of your child’s brain at once  — not just the creative side. Rhythm, memory, focus, emotional regulation, and coordination are all engaged simultaneously.

In The Whole-Brain Child, Dr. Dan Siegel argues that an integrated brain — where different parts work together in a coordinated and balanced way — creates stronger self-understanding, better relationships, and greater success in learning.  Few activities demand that kind of integration more naturally than making music.

And in Most Likely to Succeed, Tony Wagner and Ted Dintersmith make the case that wonder, creativity, and initiative need to be at the heart of learning  — not test prep. Music isn’t extra. It’s the thing.

Your child doesn’t need to be “musical.” They just need the opportunity.

🎵 Friday Music Class | Grades 2–5 | $25/class
Taught by Mrs. Rebecca Lee | Orff Certified | Starting August 21
DM, email, or check our website out to register
[email protected]

What if art class was actually preparing your child for the future?

Tony Wagner found that the world’s most innovative people shared one thing in common — as children, they were given space to play, to create, and to follow what genuinely interested them.
Art does that.

When a child sits with a blank canvas, they’re learning to make decisions without a right answer. They’re building tolerance for the messy middle. They’re discovering what it feels like to have a vision and chase it.

And when that work gets displayed for an audience? A real audience creates real stakes. And real stakes are where real skills are built.

At New Heights, art isn’t a break from learning. It’s where some of the deepest learning happens — building toward the New Heights Showcase, May 7, 2027.

Art Class with Ms. Makenzie | Grades 1–5 | Fridays
Comment FRIDAY or email [email protected] to register.

Grit in Action!

“Grit may not be sufficient for success, but it sure is necessary. If we want our children to have a shot at a productive and satisfying life, we adults should make it our concern to provide them with two things all children deserve: challenges to exceed what they were able to do yesterday, and the support that makes that growth possible.”
— Angela Duckworth, Grit

Friday Enrichment at New Heights is exactly that. Challenges to exceed what they were able to do yesterday — and the support that makes that growth possible.

Art, Music, Book Club, and Creative Performance Lab | 1st–5th Grade | Classes start at $25
Friday Enrichment | Fall 2026 – Spring 2027
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Incredible year

Wow — we are just taking it all in.

Reflecting on this amazing year we had together, learning together, growing together. Every single day in this space reminded us why we do what we do.

Thank you to our families for supporting your learners by showing up, staying in tune with their needs, and trusting us with the most important people in your lives. None of this happens without you.

And a very special thank you to our teacher, Ms. Makenzie — for teaching our learners with passion, patience, and perseverance every single day. You show up for these kids in the most beautiful way and it does not go unnoticed. We are so grateful for you.

Here's to Year 3. We can't wait for what's ahead.

— Ms. Esther & the NHLC Family

Dear President Makenzie 😂
…we mean our amazing teacher, Ms. Makenzie

Thank you for teaching with your whole heart.
Thank you for making learning fun.
Thank you for leaning into the things that spark our curiosity.
Thank you for going out of your way to bring learning to life.
Thank you for helping us embrace messy learning and grow through it.

We are so lucky to call you ours.
Happy Teacher Appreciation Day!

With love,
New Heights Learners & Ms. Esther

Learning under the sun!

We’re soaking up sunshine every chance we get—and after all the rain, the flowers and grass are showing off

This week we reviewed photosynthesis and got hands-on with chlorophyll—smashing leaves onto paper to see it in action.

Out in the field, we discovered:
🐝 a resting bumblebee
🐛 a striped moth caterpillar
🐞 a ladybug larva

Plus, one of our students found a piece of flint layered with crystallized calcite—an exciting, real-world moment of curiosity and discovery.

We’re so grateful to learn through nature.

We can’t wait to see what new bugs and discoveries await at our new site this August!

🌟 We’re kicking things off with our first-ever Summer Camp: “I Can Do Hard Things” (Aug 3–6)

In just under a week, we’ve already filled 2/3 of our camp—join us while spots are still available!

📧 Email to register: [email protected]

NHLC K–5 Summer Camp is HERE!

Theme: I Can Do Hard Things

Give your child a confidence boost before the school year starts!

In this 4-day, growth-focused camp, kids will:
🌱 Build resilience
🤝 Practice empathy
🧠 Build problem-solving and flexible thinking skills
🚀 Try new challenges

All while making new friends and having a blast!

📅 Aug 3–Aug 6
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Carrollton, TX

$225 (4 days) | $70/day

Mention this post & get $25 off when you register by May 15!

⚠️ Limited spots available!
📧 Email to register: [email protected]

Let’s help your child walk into the school year confident, capable, and ready!

✨ We’re Moving! ✨

We’re so excited to share that New Heights Learning Center is growing!
Because of your support, we’ve outgrown our current space and are moving to a new location this August.

New Address:
1529 E. Hebron Pkwy.
Carrollton, TX 75010

This new space allows us to continue expanding—including adding a second K–5 pod—and better serve our NHLC families.

We’re so grateful to be on this journey with you and can’t wait to see all that’s ahead in this next season!

👀 Keep an eye out for our upcoming Summer Camp (August 3–6)! More details coming soon!

Look for the good and celebrate the wins!

These boys are LEVELING UP
But it didn’t happen by accident…

It took a strong, growing brain.

- Focus
- Sitting still
- Repetition (Neurons that fire together, wire together!)
- Failing… and trying again
- Novelty—because brains grow when learning is new and engaging

Progress isn’t always loud—but it’s always worth celebrating.

At New Heights, we’re intentional about how we support each child’s growth—using research-based methods and developmentally appropriate practices that truly prepare them for life.

Curriculum :

Who knew stairs are the most popular reading spot?

Or… is this slightly staged? 😂