Usdan’s forest is an ideal place to experience and learn about the natural world. This hands-on program, led by experienced nature educators, helps students foster a connection with the environment through exploration, creativity, and mindfulness. At our Nature Center and Organic Garden, students learn about the plants and wildlife of Usdan, make art from natural materials, grow food and other plants, learn about sustainable practices and design, and connect with other nature enthusiasts.
Nature & Sustainability students spend most of their day outdoors. When it rains, they will work on projects in well-ventilated studios with windows and doors open.
In addition to their three-period Major, Nature & Sustainability students enjoy a rotating one-period Recreational Activity every day with their group. Visit our Recreational Activity page for more information.
| Class | Session | Major/Minor | |
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Festival Showrunners: Usher, Host & Capture! |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Recreational Camp |
1-Week Rec Camp |
Major
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Chess |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor and Recreational Activity
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Performance: Children’s Theater |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Performance: Musical Theater |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Performance: The Usdan Troupe |
8-Week |
Major
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Theater Skills: Improvisation & Theater Games |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Theater Skills: The Actor Sings |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Archery |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor and Recreational Activity
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U Time |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor and Recreational Activity
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Yoga |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor and Recreational Activity
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Nature, Ecology & Design |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Seed to Snack: Edible Gardening |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Absolute Beginner Guitar Minor |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Absolute Beginner Piano Minor |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Chamber Ensemble |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Composition: Classical Music |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Composition: Intro to DJ Basics and the History of Hip-Hop |
4-Week A |
Minor
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Composition: Songwriting |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Concert Band |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Guitar Minor (1-2 Years of Experience) |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Jazz Ensemble (Major) |
4-Week A |
Major
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Jazz Ensemble (Minor) |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Junior Piano Major (3+ Years of Experience) |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Junior Vocal Ensemble |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Orchestra |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Piano Minor (1-2 Years of Experience) |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor
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Senior Piano Major (4+ Years of Experience) |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Senior Vocal Ensemble |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Ballet |
4-Week A |
Major
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Broadway Jazz Dance |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor and Recreational Activity
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Choreography |
4-Week B |
Major
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Dance Adventure |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Hip Hop Dance (Major) |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Hip Hop Dance (Minor) |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor and Recreational Activity
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Tap Dance |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor and Recreational Activity
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Creative Writing |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Creative Writing: Playwriting |
4-Week B |
Minor
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Art Adventure |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Beginner Painting |
4-Week B |
Minor
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Ceramics |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Comic Art |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Jewelry Making: Mixed Media |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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LEGO™ Construction |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Minor and Recreational Activity
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Painting & Drawing |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Photography |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major and Minor
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Portfolio Development |
4-Week A |
Minor
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Sculpture |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Sewing & Fashion Design |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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Discovery |
4-Week A4-Week B |
Major
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