Our Teachers
Jana Tompson
Teaching is an absolute passion of mine! I have worked with children in early childhood education for the past 20 years. Early in my career, I spent time teaching at the Utah School for the Deaf and Blind and then worked at a number of preschools before opening my own academy in Idaho. My family recently moved back to Utah to take care of my father who is suffering from Alzheimer's. It was hard to leave my community of students, but I am excited to see the amazing program we have built at Utah Dance Academy.
I attended Weber State University and BYU Idaho and have received all of my state certification and training. Education and training are important and necessary, but so is having a passion for teaching! I love being in the classroom. I know how to communicate with children in a way that makes learning fun and long lasting. Preschool is the best place to be! It keeps me young.
Thanks for being part of our program.
I attended Weber State University and BYU Idaho and have received all of my state certification and training. Education and training are important and necessary, but so is having a passion for teaching! I love being in the classroom. I know how to communicate with children in a way that makes learning fun and long lasting. Preschool is the best place to be! It keeps me young.
Thanks for being part of our program.
Every student is a star!
Our Learning System
The Bright Stars Academy incorporates an early education system that combines movement and actions with memorization to make learning easy and exciting. Preschool should be fun, interactive, and encourage growing imaginations and creativity. We make each student feel loved, empowered, and important! Our students have the opportunity to learn in a traditional classroom setting as well as in an active studio environment.
Our academic and movement preschool includes:
Our academic and movement preschool includes:
- Hands-on Learning Activities
- Math & Science
- Arts & Crafts
- Music & Rhythm
- Movement & Play Activities
- Social Studies
- Dramatic Play
- Calendar/Weather/Seasons
- Colors & Shapes
- Food Experiences
- Field Trips & Special Events