TigerWings: Where Little Hearts Grow Bold and Prepare to Take Flight
Inspiring Auburn's K-5 students through immersive afterschool experiences that connect children through community and play. Building foundations to enable our children to soar!
How It Works
Professional Visits
Every week, a different company or professional visits our afterschool program, bringing interactive demonstrations, hands-on activities, and age-appropriate information about their industry.
Hands-On Learning
Students engage in practical activities designed to introduce them to various skills – from standing in power trucks to creative problem-solving inspired by engineers and artists.
World Exploration
Through structured exploration and guided reflection, students connect classroom learning to real-world applications, building early skill development and awareness of diverse career possibilities.
Physical Play
Students enjoy games such as pickelball, golf, basketball and dodgeball in Lake Wilmore's state of the art gymnasium, fields, playground, and Ga Ga ball pit. Through physical movement, we stretch children's thinking and get them OFF of screens in our 100% screen-free program.
FAQs
How can my company become a partner?
Email us at kristen@tigerwings.co. We'll schedule a meeting to discuss partnership opportunities tailored to your company's strengths and interests.
Do you provide transportation?
We are thrilled to partner with Auburn Downtown Limo to provide certified Drivers, buses, and SUVs to transport children safely.
Vehicles run from Auburn Early Education Center, Creekside, Lee Scott Academy and ACC Academy to Lake Wilmore.
Students at Ogletree walk supervised with Staff to Lake Wilmore upon school dismissal. In inclement weather, buses run from Ogletree to Lake Wilmore.
Are volunteer opportunities available for individuals?
Yes! We welcome volunteers with professional expertise who can share their career journeys with our students. All volunteers undergo background checks and orientation training.
One mom, Sadie Mason, said of her experience presenting at TigerWings: "Talking to the kids about nursing, showing them how to take blood pressures, and teaching them with my own child there was such an awesome experience. It was a great reminder of how powerful it is to share knowledge and inspire curiosity."
Is TigerWings a licensed childcare provider?
TigerWings is an enrichment-based program that provides afterschool learning experiences focused on career exploration, creativity, and play.
We are not a licensed childcare provider under the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR). TigerWings qualifies for a licensing exemption as a non-custodial, part-time, enrichment program. As such, we are not subject to DHR inspections or regulatory oversight applicable to licensed daycare facilities.