Empower Your Learning Journey
Building Skills, Strengthening Faith, Shaping Futures
Empowering Learners Daily
Our Mission
At Skills Connect Academy, our mission is to empower students with practical knowledge, strong values, and unwavering faith. We are committed to providing high-quality, personalized learning experiences that inspire excellence and honor God. By connecting learners of all ages with the skills they need to succeed academically, professionally, and spiritually, we cultivate both confidence and a lifelong love for learning.
CURRICULUM AND TUITION
CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
At Skills Connect Academy, we believe in teaching the whole child—academically, socially, and spiritually. Our curriculum is carefully developed by pulling from The Good and The Beautiful, Easy Peasy, and TEKS standards to ensure students receive a strong foundation in the core subjects: math, reading, writing, science, and social studies.
We go beyond academics by teaching creativity, social skills, and building a foundation on Christ. Each day begins with Bible class, prayer, and scripture reading, followed by hands-on learning activities like arts and crafts, home economics, and workout sessions to promote health and balance.
Parents will receive a detailed weekly schedule of lessons and activities. Some Fridays may be reserved for fun field trips or engaging online activities, but all classes M,W,F will be in-person unless otherwise instructed.
Program Details:
- Cost: $175 per week
- Schedule: Hybrid learning — In-person classes Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 AM – 2 PM.
Virtual learning Tuesday and Thursday.
- Workshops: Additional fee applies-learning experiences that inspire excellence and honor God. By connecting learners of all ages with the skills they need to succeed academically, professionally, and spiritually, we cultivate both confidence and a lifelong love for learning.
WORKSHOPS
Puppetry Workshop (2hrs)
AI Kingdom Creators Workshop
AI Kingdom Creators Workshop
.Discover how to use AI with wisdom, purpose, and creativity! Unleash your child’s creativity with our fun, hands-on Puppetry Workshop! Students will design, build, and bring their own puppets to life while learning storytelling, performance skills, and teamwork. Each 2-hour class is filled with imagination and laughter — perfect for kids ages 4 and up. $55 per class (2 hours).
AI Kingdom Creators Workshop
AI Kingdom Creators Workshop
AI Kingdom Creators Workshop
This workshop is designed to introduce youth ages 6–17 to the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence in a fun, age-appropriate, and faith-honoring way. Through 7 engaging, self-paced modules, students will explore creative AI tools, learn practical skills, and even discover how to generate income if they desire. Each participant will
This workshop is designed to introduce youth ages 6–17 to the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence in a fun, age-appropriate, and faith-honoring way. Through 7 engaging, self-paced modules, students will explore creative AI tools, learn practical skills, and even discover how to generate income if they desire. Each participant will earn a certificate upon completion and have the ability to contact me with any questions throughout the course. Whether for fun or future goals, this course equips young minds to create with purpose and confidence. Enrollment is $65.
Social Skills Workshop(1hr)
AI Kingdom Creators Workshop
Social Skills Workshop(1hr)
Our Social Skills & Communication Workshop is designed to help children ages 5 and up learn how to express themselves clearly, build confidence, and interact respectfully with others. This hybrid workshop combines fun, interactive activities both in-person and online to teach practical communication techniques, active listening, and posit
Our Social Skills & Communication Workshop is designed to help children ages 5 and up learn how to express themselves clearly, build confidence, and interact respectfully with others. This hybrid workshop combines fun, interactive activities both in-person and online to teach practical communication techniques, active listening, and positive body language—skills that will benefit them for life. $35 (1 hr)
Program Schedule & Pricing
Our curriculum covers core subjects for Pre-K through 8th grade, including math, reading, writing, science, and social studies. Classes are held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in person, with Tuesday and Thursday virtual sessions, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Tuition is $175 per week.”
Contact Us
Let us help!
Our team is available to assist you Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 5 PM. You can reach us via email or phone during these hours, and we’ll respond promptly to your inquiries
Skills Connect Academy
2000 North McDonald Street, McKinney, TX, USA
Hours
Open today | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm |
FOUNDER &DIRECTOR
MARVA DINWIDDIE
Marva Dinwiddie, the heart behind Skills Connect Academy, brings over 10 years of experience working in McKinney ISD. With a deep passion for guiding and mentoring youth, Marva has dedicated her life to helping children thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. Her vision is to create an environment where every child can grow into their full potential while building a strong foundation of faith and character.
ZANETA ROSE
Director of Educational Programs & Digital Strategy
Zaneta Rose is a dedicated homeschooling mother with years of experience educating her children across multiple grade levels. With a deep passion for nurturing growth, creativity, and faith, Zaneta brings compassion and insight into every learning space she’s part of.