We strive to improve the lives of our students through education of Academic, Behavioral, Cognitive, and Social Skills.
Facilitated by one of Nova’s Ark’s animal care mentors who ensures the dignity and respect of our animals.
Sharing of knowledge and an opportunity to observe, touch, and/or hold our animal friends.
May involve participation in animal care duties.
It is important to have teachers & therapists engaging students to learn and parents involved in both student programs and school activities.
Facilitated by one of our Nova’s Ark guests in collaboration with an animal care mentor.
Process involving animal selection, research and an individualized mini-presentation, followed by an opportunity to observe, touch and/or hold our animal friends.
Animal care mentor provides guidance to ensure the dignity and respect of the animals are maintained.
We strive to improve the lives of our guests through education of Academic, Behavioral, Cognitive, and Social Skills.
Facilitated by one of Nova’s Ark’s animal care mentors, in conjunction with a member of the guest mentorship team.
Involves a mutually beneficial and therapeutic experience for both the animal and guest.
The “Zones of Regulation” of the specific animal and the guest are closely monitored, to ensure a positive experience for all involved.