COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASS SCHEDULES FALL REGISTRATION is now open The Community Education office offers a variety of after school and evening classes for children and adults of all ages. These classes were created to provide students with a positive outlet to explore their creativity, expand their knowledge and find new interests and hobbies. Community Education classes are taught by a staff of qualified instructors. Schedules for students' classes may vary from a one-day class to monthly or several week sessions. Classes such as art, dance, gymnastics, karate, piano, soccer, Snapology, Taekwondo and tennis are on-going classes that are held on a continuing basis throughout the year. In select classes a recital, exhibition or concert will be planned at the end of the school year.

Early registration is encouraged since all classes have a maximum enrollment. Students will be notified of class start dates after all registration sessions and class schedules are completed.

Class fees: A registration fee of $25 per student is required for year-long classes (art, dance, gymnastics, karate, soccer, Taekwondo, Snapology and tennis.) The registration fee is due with the first class payment. This fee is charged only once during the school year regardless of whether the student is enrolled in one or multiple courses. Individual course fees are listed with course descriptions in this publication. • All checks should be made payable to the Bryan County Board of Education • Indicate the student's name and course title on the check • Checks can only be accepted from parents or legal guardians of students. (Grandparents or other relatives should pay parents or legal guardians for payment of course fees.) • Payments from parents with employer childcare accounts are accepted • Cash payments will also be accepted

ART ADVENTURES Instructor: Carol Hartley

Register for Community Education Classes: By Mail: Mail completed registration form to Community Education, 120 Constitution Way, Richmond Hill, GA 31324. By Fax: Fax completed registration form to Community Education office -912-756-2638. In person: Bring completed registration form to the Community Education office located at 120 Constitution Way, Richmond Hill. North Bryan students should bring completed registration forms to the front office at Lanier Primary School in Pembroke. Drop Box: Drop off your completed registration forms in the drop box located at the entrance to the Community Education Center located at 120 Constitution Way, Richmond Hill.

Registration will also be available during open house events at Richmond Hill Primary, Richmond Hill Elementary, Carver Elementary and McAllister.

Registration for Community Education classes are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parents are encouraged to submit registrations early. All registrations are dated and timed in the order received by the Community Education Office and students are placed in classes in that order. No telephone registrations will be accepted for Community Education classes.

Community Education office hours when Bryan County Schools are in sesswn: Monday- Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm Friday - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Art Adventures is a year-round approach to our popular art classes taught by local artist Carol Hartley. Students are introduced to a wide variety of media including drawing, weaving, sculpture, oil pastels, batik, crafts, paper making, painting and many other artistic techniques. Instructor Carol Hartley is a local artist and has served on the Jepson Center for the Arts Education Committee. She is also a retired art teacher in Bryan County Schools. Students will:

Location: Richmond Hill Community Education Center, Room 7

paints. Students will complete four drawings and two finished paintings. No registration fee required for this class.

·Study famous artists, their works and unique techniques • Use their unique creativity while learning how to use certain techniques and tools • Be encouraged to develop their talents as well as learn new skills through a variety of age-appropriate projects. Some projects may require more than one week of instruction to complete.

Cost: $60 per month plus $25 registration fee (includes supplies) Grade level: K- 5 Schedule: Tuesdays I September- April Class begins September 6, 2016 Grades K-1 - 4:15-5:15 p.m. Grades 2-5- 5:15-6:15 p.m. Maximum 15 students accepted for each class

DRAWING AND ACRYLICS Discover the world of color with artist Carol Hartley! Explore your creativity in this combination class of drawing and acrylic paint. Students will experience the joy of sketching their own creative ideas in several different mediums including colored pencils and chalk and then completing their artwork using acrylic

Instructor: Carol Hartley Location: Richmond Hill Community Education Center, Room 7 Cost: $65 per month plus $25 registration fee (includes supplies) Grade level: 2-5 Schedule: Mondays I 4:15- 5:45 p.m. Session 1: Sept. 12, 19, 26 and Oct. 3 Session II: Oct. 24,31, Nov. 7 and 14 Session Ill: Feb. 27, Mar. 6, 13 and 20 Maximum 15 students accepted for each class

SCULPTURE WITH CLAY Great class for students who love clay! Five clay pieces will be created in this four-week session. Projects will

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range from an abstract piece, an imaginary animal, a clay portrait of themselves, a relief sculpture and more. Carol Hartley, a local artist and certified teacher, will guide students through each project. Space is limited so early registration is encouraged. Instructor: Carol Hartley Location: Richmond Hill Community Education Center, Room 7 Cost: $65 per month plus $25 registration fee (includes supplies) Grade level: 1-5 Schedule: Mondays 14:15- 5:45 p.m. Session 1: Jan. 9, 23, 30 and Feb. 6 Maximum 15 students accepted for each class

GYMNASTICS & TUMBLING Gymnastics classes offer a progressive training program emphasizing safety, solid gymnastics basics, and enjoyment. The classes are taught by Deborah Hager-Luebbert, an experienced gymnastics teacher who has coached gymnastics/tumbling in the Bryan County Community Education program for over 28 years. Weekly classes are a progressive training program emphasizing safety and building knowledge of the sport. Gymnastics training develops physical abilities, enhances gymnastic skills and promotes self­confidence in a fun and learning environment.

Training on all apparatus including beam, uneven bars, floors, vault, mini-tramp and parallel bars. Classes are for boys and girls. Ages 2 through grade 12

Tumbling specializes in perfecting floor skills. At least one year of gymnastics training required for this class unless approved by instructor. Classes for boys and girls.

All classes are one-hour with the option of more than once-per-week

Location: Community Education Center Auditorium Grade Level: Gymnastics: Ages 2 through grade 12 Tumbling: Grades 3-12 (Students are grouped according to age/ability levels)

Schedule: Classes offered Monday- Friday Session 1: Week of Aug. 29 ($95- includes registration) Session II: Week of Oct. 24 ($90- includes costume fee) Session Ill: Week of Jan. 9 ($70) Session IV: Week of March 6 ($70)

TENNIS This is an introduction to tennis class, designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size. It's the fast, fun way to get kids into tennis and keep them playing. The instructor is Linda Sun, a member of the Richmond Hill Area Tennis Association, where she serves as an instructor. A maximum of 10 students can be accepted for each class. These are year-long classes. Students will need a 21 , 23 or 25-inch racket, available from any sporting goods outlet or discount store. If you do not have a racket or do not know what size your child needs, the instructor will provide a sample for your child to try before you make a purchase.

Instructor: Linda Sun Location: Carver Elementary School Multi-Purpose Room Cost: $60 per month plus $25 registration fee Grade Level: K-5 Schedule: Tuesdays I September- April Class begins August 30,201 6 K-2 class: 4:1 5- 5:00 p.m. 3-5 class: 5:15- 6:00p.m.

PIANO Private piano lessons are offered to children and adults. Lessons are offered on a weekly basis for thirty minutes and are available for beginners as well as those who have piano experience. Minimum age requirements for enrolling in piano lessons will be determined by each instructor. Four qualified instructors will be teaching piano for the Community Education program.

Instructor: Myong Namias is a certified teacher with a degree in music and piano from Armstrong Atlant ic State University. Location: Richmond Hill Primary School music room Cost: $60 per month p lus $25 registration fee Grade Level: 1 and up Schedule: Monday, Wednesday or Friday Classes begin August 29, 201 6 and will be scheduled after registration is complete

Instructor: Jennifer Jeffers has an extensive background in music education. Mrs. Jeffers has a BA in Music Performance, Shenandoah College and Conservatory of Music, Army School of Music, Naval Amphibious Base, Norfolk, VA and she attended Rutgers University Graduate School. Location: Richmond Hill Community Education Center, Room 14 Cost: $60 per month plus $25 registrat ion fee Grade Level: 1 and up Schedule: Monday, Thursday or Friday Classes begin August 29, 201 6 and will be scheduled after registration is complete

Instructor: Mrs. Jung Ju Cha graduated f rom Silla University, Busan Sout h Korea in 1993 with a Music Educat ion degree, First Maj or in Piano and a Second Major in Percussion and Violin. Location: Richmond Hill Community Educat ion Center, Room 6 Cost: $60 per month plus $25 regist ration fee Grade Level: K and up Schedule: Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday Classes begin August 29, 2016 and will be scheduled after registration is complete

Instructor: Tamara DaGuisan will graduate from

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Armstrong University in December with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education. Location: Richmond Hill Community Education Center, Rooms 6 and 14 Cost: $60 per month plus $25 registration fee Grade Level: K and up Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday Classes begin August 29, 2016 and will be scheduled after registration is complete

BEGINNER PIANO Jo Hart is a retired music teacher with 10 year's experience in Bryan County Schools. This class is group class for the beginner who wants to have fun while learning to play piano. Class size is small with no outside material required. Each student gets instruction in note spelling and basic music theory. Register early, class size is limited.

Instructor: Jo Hart Location: Carver Elementary School music room Cost: $60 per session Grade level: 2-5 Schedule: Tuesdays I Session I begins Sept. 27; Session II begins Nov. 1; Session Ill begins Jan. 1 0; Session IV begins Feb. 21, Session V begins April 4

GUITAR Jo Hart is a retired music teacher with 10 years' experience in Bryan County Schools. Great class for the beginning guitar player. Students learn the basics of guitar using simple chords and easy songs to sing. This introduction course on how to play and practice the guitar will motivate students to continue learning to play for fun and enjoyment. All students will need their own guitar or baritone ukulele with strings in good condition.

Instructor: Jo Hart Location: Carver Elementary School music room Cost: $60 per session Grade level: 2-5 Schedule: Tuesdays I Session I begins Jan. 1 0; Session II begins Feb. 21; Session Ill begins April4

HANDBELLS FOR FUN! A seasonal gift to all who love ringing hand bells! Jennifer Jeffers offers her personal hand bells for a class about learning to ring hand bells and counting music. A wonderful way to celebrate the season! Come join us as we have fun with hand bells. Put your gloves on and ring those bells! Classes ends with a local performance.

Instructor: Jennifer Jeffers - leader of the Jeffers Handbell Carolers of Richmond Hill Location: Community Education Center, Room 14 Cost: $60 per session Age: 8- adult Schedule: Mondays 110:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. Session 1: October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 Session II: November 7, 14, 28, December 5 and 12

TAEKWONDO Taekwondo is translated into "the way of the hands and feet" and is designed to enhance balance, agility and flexibility. Courtesy, respect, perseverance, self­control and positive thinking are the foundation to achieving success in martial arts training. Bradd Flemmings has 39 years experience in martial arts instruction. Master Flemmings is a 6th degree black belt and he has additional martial arts instruction in Karate, Mudukwan, Hapkido, Jujitsu, Krav Maga (Israeli Self Defense) and Hwa Rang Do. Placement in class will be determined at time of registration. Uniforms and belt testing are available through the instructor.

Instructor: Master Bradd Flammings Location: Richmond Hill Primary School multipurpose room Cost: $60 per month plus $25 reg istration fee Grade level: K-12 Schedule: Mondays & Thursdays Classes will begin the week of September 8 K-1: 4:30-5:15 p.m. Grades 2-3: 5:15-6 p.m. Grades 4 and up: 6:00-6:45 p.m

SOCCER - BUILD BASIC SKILLS Great class for boys and g irls who want to build basic soccer skills. Coach John E. Hungerford has coached youth soccer in Richmond Hill and the greater Savannah area for 6+ years. His passion for coaching began as a teen while working as a gym assistant for the Boys and Girls Club in Fort Worth. From his youth days playing soccer, Coach Hungerford 's passion for soccer continued during his service in the United States Army, where he played in various int ramural leagues and commanders' cup tournaments. Coach Hungerford is current ly a Savannah United Academy coach, where his two oldest kids p lay. Each student should bring their own soccer ball, appropriate shoes and shin guards for t his class.

Instructor: Coach John E. Hungerford Location: Sport s field behind Community Education Center Cost: $60 per month, plus $25 registration fee Age: 6- 12 years old Schedule: Wednesdays I 4:45-5:45 pm Fall class starts September 14 and lasts six weeks. Spring cl ass starts March 8 and lasts six weeks.

BABYSITTING & FIRST AID/CPR WORKS The focus of this course t eaches st udents to meet the basic needs of children in a care-t aking environment with a focus on safety. The training will help students develop leadership skills, start a babysitting business and learn how to communicate with parents while keeping themselves and others safe. Students will also learn child feeding and d iapering techniques. Students who successfully complete t his course will receive a certificat ion card, st arter kit and pocket ref­erence guide. This class also incorporates a Pediatric First Aid Course t hat inst ructs students on how to

deal with first aid issues to include medical emergen­cies, the use of an Epi-pen injector, injury emergen­cies, and how to handle environmental emergencies. Also covered are adult/child/and infant CPR proce­dures as well as how to react to a child or infant who is choking. The course will be taught by Linda Vaccaro, owner of CPRAED Training in Richmond Hill. She is a certified instructor with the American Heart Association and the American Health & Safety Institute. Fifteen participants can be accepted for this course, so early registration is encouraged. NOTE: Students must attend all classes in order to receive certification.

Instructor: Linda Vaccaro Location: Community Education Center Cafeteria Cost: $70 per session Age: 11 years and up Schedule: Tuesdays 6-8:30 p.m.l Sessions are 5 weeks Session 1: begins Oct. 4, 2016 Session II: begins Feb. 21,2017

KIDS IN THE KITCHEN COOKING CLASS Help your kids learn to make informed decisions for a lifetime of health and wellness! Kids get busy in the kitchen in this engaging, hands-on healthy cooking course. Each session will focus on a special theme and each class begins with a nutrition activity, followed by a two or three recipes prepared by the students. Class instructor Brandi Guzman is a certified Healthy Hands Cooking instructor.

Instructor: Brandi Guzman Location: Community Education Center, Room 12 Cost: $65 per session Grade level: 2-5 Schedule: Wednesdays 4:15-5:15 p.m. (I nstructor may form 2 classes based on enrollment) Session 1: Smart Snacking- Sept. 7, 14, 21 , 28 Session II: Healthy Lunches- Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2 Session Ill: Dinner and Dessert - Nov. 16, 30, Dec. 7, 14 Session IV: Smart Snacking (Part 2) - Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15 Session V: Cooking with herbs - Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, Session VI: Dinner and Dessert (Part 2)- April 5, 12, 26, May 3

HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR FAMILIES Instructor Jen Shimalla's workshops will show you how to develop a healthy lifestyle which includes exercise, attitude and nutrition. Sessions 1 and 3 are designed to give parents and caregivers a better understanding of nutrition as well as the ability to express to children the importance of what we eat and how we move. The session will provide the par­ents and caregivers with tools needed to teach chil ­dren to make better choices and empower them to choose a healthy body and mind. They will be moti­vated to assist their children in becoming healthier and leaner while developing a positive attitude. Session 2 is designed for adults who want to feel younger and live longer. They will be taught to cor­rect old habits and learn new healthy living tips for feeling good. This course will be great for adults who want to maintain and improve their health. Mrs. Shimalla is certified with Dr. Sears' Wellness Institute for L.E.A.N. and Prime Time programs.

Instructor: Jen Shimalla Location: Community Education Center, Room 10 Cost: $125.00 per Session (Includes course guide booklet and a healthy snack) Schedule: Session 1: Tuesdays 7-8pm - Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27,0 ct. 4,11 Session II: Tuesdays ?-8:30pm - Oct. 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8 Session Ill: Tuesdays 7-8pm - Dec. 6, 13, 20, Jan. 10, 17, 24

SNAPOLOGY If you like Lego® bricks, you'll LOVE this class! Owned and operated by Anne Gratz, Snapology brings kids together who share a love of designing, creating and building with Lego® bricks. Snapology provides students the opportunity to engage in playful learning activities with a variety of Lego® products that will stimulate their creativity and spark an interest in learning. Note: Instructor may change class grade levels depending on enrollment. Class content will include Mineccraft Robotics, Super Stru cture Engineering and current Lego® themes like Star Wars.

Instructor: Anne Gratz Location: Community Education Center, Room 13 Cost: $90 per session, plus $25 registration fee Grade level: K and up Schedule: Students K-2 will have Wed./Thursday class opt ions. Students 3 and up meet on Thu rsdays. There are 5 six week sessions: Session I begins week of Au gust 31 , 201 6; Session II begins week of October 12; Session Ill begins week of November 30; S Session IV begins week of February 1 Session V begins week of March 22

RAG UILTING Rag quil ts are the newest t rend in quilting .. . simple t o do and f un to make. You can spend a short amount of time and learn to make a beautiful rag q uilt. Rag quilt ing is an inexpensive way to quilt. You m ake good use of your drawer full of fabric scraps. Once you learn the technique, there are many other proj ects you can make such as quilt purses, doll quilts, t hrows, and rag bags. Register now, space is limit ed. Contact Community Education Center fo r a list of supplies needed for this class

Instructor: Susie Fawcett Location: Community Educat ion Center, Room 11 Cost: $50 for 3 night s Age: Adults only Schedule: Three evening classes - October 6, 13 and 20. 6:00 - 8:00 pm

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DANCE- PEMBROKE Teresa Merritt is the owner and director of Life Moves Dance Studio in Richmond Hill since 1999, with over 40 years of experience in teaching dance. Mrs. Merritt has been a resident of Bryan County since 1994. She will be offering classes in ballet, tap, hip-hop, and aero in Pembroke through the Bryan County Community Education Program. Lisa Wood will be teaching Aero, Cheer Dance, Hip Hop, Jazz and Contemporary. She began her training at a young age in upstate New York. At the age of 9, she was assisting in as many classes as her teacher would allow her. At age of 15, she started her teaching career. Once she had her own class, she knew she wanted to be a dance teach­er for the rest of her life.

Instructors: Teresa Merritt & Lisa Wood Location: Lanier Primary School Multi-Purpose Room Cost: $60 per month, plus $25 registration fee Age: 3 years old and up Schedule: Thursdays I Times TBD based on enroll­ment Classes Offered: Ballet, Tap, Aero, Cheer Dance, Jazz, Hip-Hop and more

KARATE Pembroke karate classes are offered through Force One Karate School in Statesboro. We welcome back to Community Education Brett Hise, owner of Force One. He holds a second degree black belt in Korean Hapkido and first degree black belt in Tang Soo Do.

Instructor: Master Brett Hise Location: Lanier Primary Multi-Purpose room Cost: $60 per month plus $25 registration fee Grade level: K and up Schedule: Wednesdays 4- 5 p.m. I Fridays 4-5 p.m.

DANCE - BALLET TAP & JAZZ Instructor Cheryl Brett returns to teach the ballet, tap and jazz dance program again this year. Mrs. Brett is a long-time Community Education teacher who owns a successful studio in Hinesville. She has studied and performed with numerous artists including the Pittsburgh Ballet. Ms. Brett is certified and affiliated with the Dance Makers of America, Professional Dance Teachers of America and Dance Educators of America. Classes for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students will include ballet and tap instruction. A combination ballet, tap, and jazz dance class will be offered. Placement in class will be determined at time of registration.

Instructor: Cheryl Brett Location: Carver Elementary Multi-Purpose room Cost: $60 per month plus $25 registration fee Grade level: Pre-K & Kindergarten; 1-12 Schedule: Wednesdays I September- April Classes begin August 31,2016 Class I (Pre-K & Kindergarten): 4:30- 5:30 p.m. Class II (Grades 1-12); 5:30- 6:30 p.m.

DRIVERS' EDUCATION FOR TEENS Georgia law requires mandatory driver education before teens can obtain their Class D license. All 16-year-olds applying for a Class D driver's license must complete an approved driver education course that includes 30-hours classroom or virtual instruction and six hours of instruction behind the wheel training with a qualified instructor. Parents who live in the Pembroke/Ellabell area must transport their students to Richmond Hill Center Education Center. Driving times will be scheduled after the first class session. All registration forms will be timed and dated to assure placement of students. A copy of the student's learner's license is required prior to the beginning the

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class. For additional questions call 459-5116.

Instructor: Jimmy Hires, Certified Instructor Location: Community Education Center Cost: $385 Age: 15 years old (must have learner's permit) Schedule: 8:00am-6:00pm for three Saturdays with six-hour driving time scheduled for each student

SCIENCE Back by popular demand, there will be a science class hosted during both Fall and Spring. The class will take place at the Community Education Center in Richmond Hill. For more information, call 912-459-5116.