fall 13 catalog - washougal school district

Mail Registration WCERP.O. Box 559Washougal WA 98671If you need a receipt, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

Refunds Prorated refunds will be given if the office is notified prior to the second class. Refunds will be given for one day classes if the office is notified 2 days prior to class. A $5.00 processing fee will be charged for refunds.

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Youth Information: D.O.B.____________ Grade ____ School__________________T-shirt Size______

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_________________________ has my permission to participate in this WCERactivity. I understand the Community Education program does not provide insurance. I certify that my child is physically and mentally able to participate in this activity. I, intending to be legally bound, waive and release my rights and claims for damages I may accrue against any and all sponsors of this activity.

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Site Address: Hathaway School Portable D, 630 24th St., Washougal Mailing Address: P.O. Box 559, Washougal WA 98671 Phone: 360-954-3838

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Washougal CommunityEducat ion &Recreat ion

REGISTRATION FORM

“Hello” from Washougal Community Education & Recreation (WCER)WCER is a department of the Washougal School district and also receives funding from the City of Washougal. As a service organization, our goal is to meet the needs of Washougal School Districts patrons, of all ages, with programs relevant to the area’s unique lifestyle.Classes are self-supporting and taught by knowledgeable instructors who share their talents. “Thank you” to all our past instructors, facilitators, and coaches for your contributions.We want to bring your skills and expertise to your friends and neighbors through the use of your local school facilities. If you are inerested in teaching a class, please contact Kathy Douglas-Evans, 360-954-3838.

On-site Office Registration Checks (payable to WCER) or exact cash only Hathaway School, Portable D630 24th Street, Washougal WA 98671Monday - Friday9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Limited Class SizesAll classes have a student enrollment limit. Please pre-register early.School ClosuresIf Washougal Schools are closed, WCER classes are not held.

Register for any class regardless of where you live.

Staff:Kathy Douglas-EvansCommunity Education Tech. [email protected] YoungEarly Learning [email protected]

WASHOUGAL COMMUNITY EDUCATION & RECREATION

www.washougal.k12.wa.us/wcer 360-954-3838

WCER Class Locations:• Canyon Creek Middle School, 9731 Washougal River Rd., Washougal, WA 98671• Cape Horn-Skye Elementary School, 9731 Washougal River Rd., Washougal, WA 98671• Excelsior High School, 1401 39 Street, Washougal, WA 98671• Gause Elementary School, 1100 34 Street, Washougal WA 98671• Hathaway Elementary School, 630 24 Street, Washougal WA 98671 • Jemtegaard Middle School, 35300 E Evergreen Blvd., Washougal WA 98671• Washougal High School, 1201 39 Street, Washougal, WA 98671• WCER Office, Hathaway School, Portable D, 630 24th Street, Washougal, WA 98671

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The Washougal School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; national origin, sex, age; disability; sexual orientation, including gender identity; disability or VietNam and more recent military action veteran status. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/RCW 28.640 compliance officer and/or Section 504/ADA coordinator.

Camas Community Education:Educational and recreational classes are also offered through Camas Community Education in the Camas School District. Check out their website at www.camascommunityed.org or call 833-5548.Classes can be taken at Washougal and/or Camas Community Education programs regardless of where you live.

Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous for their ability to create warm and supportive communities for learners. All courses run for six weeks with a two-week grace period at the end. Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office, any time of the day or night.How to Get Started:1. Visit www.ed2go.com/washougalcommed our Online Instruction Center.2. Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will enter your e-mail and choose a password that will grant you access to the classroom.3. When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with your e-mail and the password you selected during enrollment.All courses require Internet access, e-mail, the Netscape Navigator, or the Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser. Some courses may have additional requirements. Please visit our Online Instruction Center for more information.New course sessions begin on the third Wednesday of each month. Start dates for the courses are listed at the Online Instruction Center web-site.

On-line Classes and Career Courses

No extra fees!

Safe Sitter® class

Safe Sitter® is a medically accurate, competency-based, highly structured babysitting preparation course designed for young adolescents ages 11 to 14. The course prepares students for the profound responsibilities of nurturing and protect-ing children. Participants learn about Babysitting as a Business, Success on the Job, Child Care Essentials, Safety for the Sitter, Injury Management, Preventing Problem Behavior, Care of Choking Infant, and Care of Choking Child. It intro-duces Preventing Injuries and Behavior Management. (6 -hour curriculum written by pediatrician Patricia A. Keener, M.D). Includes a Safe-Sitter Manual.MondayDec. 16 Code: 1006-139:00 AM-4:00 PM Fee: $70.00Hathaway School, LibraryNikki Mael, Instructor

Lego EngineeringGrades 2-5Not just any Legos . . . build motorized machines, learn about gears and pulleys, make cars that drive, and robots that move! Snack provided. Wednesdays (6 weeks)Oct. 16-Nov. 20 Code: 1001-131:00-2:30 PM Fee: $55.00Gause School - CafeteriaN. Mael & C. Hopkins, Instructors

Lego Pneumatics Camp

Grades 4-6Camp is if for

Advanced Lego Engineers! Prerequisite: Attendance in a Lego Engineering class.Explore power systems, pressure, kinetic andpotential energy. Students will be using a new addition to the Lego Kits to build a power lift, a robot hand, or a stamping machine. Please bring a sack lunch. FridayOct. 11 Code: 1017-139:00 AM-1:30 PM Fee: $30.00Hathaway School - CafeteriaN. Mael & C. Hopkins, Instructors



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Youth Enrichment Programs

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“A good education is the greatest gift you can give

Mad Science - Project EarthGrades K-5Mad Science conducts educational, entertaining, hands-on activities and demonstrations to capture the imagination of children. Our goal is to spark curiosity & instill a clear understand-ing of what science is really about & how it affects the world around them. ALL ABOUT ANIMALS Carnivores, Herbivores and Omnivores, oh my! Learn to identify sounds of the wild and domestic animal world. Explore paws and claws and the animals that use them.LIFE IN THE SEA Swim through warm sunlit zones, meander into deeper waters and fi nally dive deep down into the abyss. Explore the technologies man-made and biological that can take us there! EARTHWORKS Travel to the center of the planet to unlock the mysteries of our Earth! Discover fl uorescent minerals and investigate the inner workings of earthquakes and volcanoes.

BUGS Examine a world within our own! Create a buzz about insect defenses and fi nd out exactly what it means to be bug-eyed! Hathaway and Cape Horn-Skye students can ride the bus to Gause school. Please send a busing note to school with your child. Parents must pick-up students promptly after class.WednesdaysSept. 18-Oct. 9 Code: 1000-131:00-2:00 PM Fee: $65.00Gause School - LibraryMad Science, Instructor

PreschoolPreschool is offered at all W.S.D. elementary schools for children ages 3-5 (fully potty trained). Our program supports Washougal S.D. expectations for entering Kindergarten and is devel-opmentally appropriate for students socially and academically. We are committed to ad-dressing the development of the “whole child”. For information contact Lisa Young at 954-3895 or [email protected].

Before & After School CareThe SPACE program (Safe Place Activities CEnter) is for K through 5th grade students in the Washougal S.D. Students enjoy enrich-ment activities, homework help, recreation opportuni-ties, and nutritious snacks. Open school days 6:30 AM until the start of school, and after school until 6:00 PM. Busing is available for Cape Horn-Skye and Hathaway School students. For information contact Lisa Young at 954-3895 or [email protected].

Health & FitnessRIPPAges 16 to Adult Experience the HOTTEST NEW workout. R.I.P.P.E.D. is a “Plateau Proof Fitness Formula, One Stop Body System” - a total body workout that masterfully combines Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, and Diet. If you are looking to lose pounds and inches, increase your metabolism, sculpt lean muscles, improve your cardio vascular perfor-mance, feel your energy and strength go through the roof, and have a blast doing it, this is the class for you!• Bring your own mat, a set of weights up to 5 lbs or a resistance band, a couple hand towels, and water. Wednesdays (8 classes)Oct. 2-Nov. 20 Code: 1060-136:30-7:30 PM Fee: $40.00Gause School - GymRocio Wallace, Instructor

Zumba FitnessAges 16 to Adult It’s Fun, It’s Different, It’s Easy! It’s Effective, It’s Zumba !!! A Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin music and dance move-ments. This format combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle-toning benefits. Zumba is not only great for the body it is great for the mind. The combination of high energy and motivating music allows you to dance away your worries. Punchcard: $20.00, 4 classes; $40.00, 8 classes ($5.00/class) Drop-ins $7.00/class Tuesday/Thursday, 5:30-6:30 PM Saturday, 9:30-10:30 AMRocio Wallace, Instructor



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Art/Craft/HobbiesWood CarvingAdult Class is for new or skilled carvers. Learn new tech-niques and share resources. Materials needed will be discussed at class. Wednesdays, No class Nov. 27Sept. 18-Dec. 11 Code: 1005-135:30-8:30 PM Fee: $25.00Washougal H.S. - WoodshopDave Cox, Instructor

DanceDance

Ballroom DanceAdultNo partner needed. For new and returning students - Learn Ballroom Dance from the best. Dave Watson has trained many National Champions and studied under the finest instruc-tors and coaches available, including World Champions! The instructor is fully certified in all 5 styles of Ballroom Dancing and has taught for 39 years. Students will gain confidence and poise as they learn basic patterns, fundamental footwork, cor-rect posture, and develop expression, style, and the importance of connecting with their partner. More patterns and dances will be added as students progress.Mondays, No class Nov. 4 & 11Sept. 30-Nov. 25 Fee: $65.007:00-8:30 PMWashougal H.S. - CommonsDave Watson, Instructor

Combination Dance Classes$5.00 fee for class and recital supplies paid to the instructor at the first class. Mondays, No class Nov. 11Oct. 7-Dec. 2 Lynne Mitchell, InstructorGause School - CafeteriaAges 3 & 4Tap, Pre-Ballet, Creative Movement, and Tumbling.4:45-5:30 PM Code: 1026-13Fee: $45.00Ages 4 & 5Tap, Pre-Ballet, Creative Movement, and Tumbling.4:00-4:45 PM Code: 1027-13Fee: $45.00Ages 5 to 7Tap, Ballet, Creative Movement, and Tumbling.5:30-6:15 PM Code: 1028-13Fee: $45.00Ages 8-12Prerequisite: A minimum of 3 consecutive semesters of Combination Dance Ages 5 -7. Tap, Ballet, and Tumbling. 6:15-7:45 PM Code: 1029-13Fee: $55.00Ages 13-AdultTap, Ballet, Jazz, and Tumbling.7:45-9:15 PM Code: 1030-13Fee: $65.00

EducationFirst Aid/CPRAdult First Aid and CPR class meets OSHA and WISHA standards. The card is good for 2 years. Infant CPR is not included. AED training is now included. 4:15-7:45 PM Fee: $35.00Jemtegaard M.S. - LibraryCharlene Dawson, InstructorTuesdaySept. 10 Code: 1002-13MondayOct. 7 Code: 1003-13ThursdayNov. 14 Code: 1004-13

Health & FitnessContinued

Tai Chi, ModifiedAdultFor mature adults and anyone who wants a less strenuous class than is usu-ally offered. Benefits include increased energy, better mental and physical health, improved mobility, strength, and sense of well being. Class includes a warm-up, an 8 movement Yang Style Tai Chi form, and a cool down. Work can be done from a standing position, in a chair, or in a wheelchair. TuesdaysSept. 24-Nov. 26 Code: 1023-139:30-10:15 AM Fee: $45.00Gause School, Portable 2Jill Mitchell, Instructor

Tai Chi/Qigong ClassesAdultA $10 discount for students who register a second student and/or registers for Yoga class.Gause School - CafeteriaJill Mitchell, InstructorWednesdays, No class Nov. 27Sept. 25-Dec. 4 Fee: $65.00Beginning6:00-7:10 PM Code: 1021-13The ancient arts of Tai Chi and Qigong combine natural, physical movement with breathing visualization, and mental concentration to give you a full body and mind workout. This art form helps relieve stress, lowers blood pressure, and improves strength, balance, mobility, and endurance. All exercise form is done standing up. Wear comfortable clothing. Returning6:30-7:45 PM Code: 1022-13Class is for returning Tai Chi/Qigong students.



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Yoga, ModifiedAdultFor mature adults and anyone who wants a less strenuous class than is usu-ally offered. Benefits include increased energy, better mental and physical health, improved mobility, strength, and sense of well being. Seated class uses simple yet dynamic exercises in breath work, stretching, flexibility, and ends with a relaxation technique. TuesdaysSept. 24-Nov. 26 Code: 1020-1310:30-11:15 AM Fee: $45.00Gause School, Portable 2Jill Mitchell, Instructor

Yoga - BeginningAdult Class is for beginners only. Bring a floor mat. Learn breathing techniques, simple stretches, asanas, and medi-tation for relaxation. Meridian exercises, plus 5 exercises reputed to increase longevity and youthfulness included. TuesdaysSept. 24-Nov. 26 Code: 1019-136:00-7:00 PM Fee: $60.00Hathaway School - CafeteriaJill Mitchell, Instructor

YogaAdult A $10 discount for students who register a second stu-dent and/or registers for Tai Chi/Qigong. All skill levels are welcome. Bring a floor mat. Learn breathing techniques, simple stretches, asanas, and medi-tation for relaxation. Meridian exercises, plus 5 exercises reputed to increase longevity and youthfulness included. Mondays, No class Nov. 11Sept. 23-Dec. 2 Code: 1018-136:30-7:45 PM Fee: $65.00Cape Horn-Skye School - Pod BJill Mitchell, Instructor

Home & Garden

Walk On The Wild SideAdult Weather permitting - Wild Plant Walk with Pixie at William Clark Park, located at Cottonwood Beach, 3200 South Index St., Washougal. Meet in the parking lot by the bathrooms. Dress warm! Explore the super foods growing all around us disguised as weeds Purslane, Lambsquarter, Dandelion, etc. Sample easy delicious wild recipes and learn the positive identifica-tion of many wild treasures. Learn easy gardening tips to harvest wild plants in your yard.SaturdayNov. 16 Code: 1025-1310:00 AM-12:00 PM Fee: $15.00Pixie LaPlante, Instructor

Vegetable Lacto FermentationAges 6 and over Students will Lacto Ferment seasonal vegeta-bles and then return to test their creation. Lacto Fermentation is the old fashion way to add good bacteria (probiotics) to our guts. Fee includes jar, seasonal vegetable, and salt. Children may participate with a parent for free. If the child wants to make their own jar, they will need to pay a separate fee. TuesdaysOct. 8 & 29 Code: 1024-136:00-7:30 PM Fee: $30.00Hathaway School - Portable DPixie LaPlante, Instructor

WHS Basketball Camp Join WHS Basketball Coach and players for a fun, informative camp designed to improve individual skills and team concepts. Coach Rachel Webb is a former Division 1 Basketball player! Bring a water bottle. Monday, Tuesday & WednesdayDec. 16-18 Washougal H.S. - Gyms Rachel Webb, InstructorFee: $40.00,additional siblings, $20.00 eachGrades 1-49:00-11:00 AM Code: 1032-13Grades 5-812:00-2:00 PM Code: 1033-13

Competitive WrestlingAges 6 to Grade 8 Collegiate/Folkstyle Wrestling. Participate in a sport that will help you develop mind/body disci-pline. A supportive, relaxed environment for any skill level. Fee pays for wres-tling training. NWJCWA tournament information and membership in the East County Mat Club and the USA Wrestling Club will be available at training. End date is tentatively mid February.Mondays & Thursdays, No class Nov. 28Nov. 14-Feb. 13 Code: 1031-136:00-8:00 PM Fee: $50.00Washougal H.S. - Wrestling Rm.Randy & Teresa Lees, Instructors

Advanced VolleyballAdultFor advanced volleyball players, Power Volleyball - for A and B Level players.WednesdaysSept. 11-Dec. 11 Code: 1011-137:30-9:30 PM Fee: $25.00Jemtegaard M.S. - GymDeziel Derrick, Instructor



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LanguageSpanish ClassesAdultWashougal H.S. - 127Nelda Doody, Instructor7:00-8:30 PM Fee: $60.00Level 1Whether you want to learn Spanish for a trip, your job, or so you can communicate with your neighbor, the advan-tages of learning to speak and understand a second language are great. Purchase book at class.ThursdaysOct. 3-Nov. 21 Code: 1007-13Level 2For returning students or with instructor recommendation. WednesdaysOct. 2-Nov. 20 Code: 1008-13Level 3For students who have at-tended Spanish, Level 2 or by teacher recommendation. TuesdaysOct. 1-Nov. 19 Code: 1009-13

SportsMini Kickers A balance and coordination program that uses soccer and soccer related fun games to improve chil-dren’s coordination in a non- competitive environment. An introduction to organized groups that emphasize sportsmanship, fun, and fair play. If your child wants to get involved in team sports, or is just full of energy ... this is a great way for them to gain confidence and coordi-nation that will benefit them in all sports later in life. The instructor has years of experience working with kids.SaturdaysSept. 28-Nov. 2 Washougal H.S. - Auxillary GymCharles Boyce, InstructorFee: $45.00Ages 3 & 49AM-10 AM Code: 1034-13Ages 5 & 6 10AM-11 AM Code: 1035-13

East County Basketball AcademyGrades 2-6 Former Washougal Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, Charlie Boyce, will be head-ing up this great opportunity for boys and girls to improve their skills and be taught the proper fundamentals of the great game of basketball in a fun, no pressure environ-ment. The instructor has over 20 years of coaching experi-ence and puts an emphasis on proper shooting and ball handling fundamentals.Sept. 16-Nov. 6 6:00PM-7:00PM Mondays Code: 1036M-13Gause GymWednesdays Code: 1036W-13Hathaway GymFee Structure: 1 night per week: $40.00, additional siblings $30.00 each 2 nights a week: $75.00, additional siblings $55.00 each

“The Shot Doctor”Grades 7-12 Former Washougal Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, Charlie Boyce, will incor-porate drills guaranteed to improve each player’s shooting! The instructor will video each player shooting and go over what looks good and what needs work . . . the camera never lies! The instructor has over 20 years of coaching experience and puts an emphasis on proper shooting.Sept. 16-Nov. 6 7PM-8:00PM Mondays Code: 1037M-13Gause GymWednesdays Code: 1037W-13Hathaway GymFee Structure: 1 night per week: $40.00, additional siblings $30.00 each 2 nights a week: $75.00, additional siblings $55.00 each

Sports, Cont.Tae Kwon Do Classes $10.00 Discount for additional family members or if you attend Tuesdays and Thursdays. Hathaway School - GymSteve Brown, InstructorFee: $70.00BeginningMoo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do. Class builds flexibility, concentration, confidence, and strength. Lecture and demonstration. Modern and traditional techniques through individual and group drills. Self-defense is included. Wear comfortable sweats. Optional end of class rank test. Mondays, No class Nov. 11Sept. 16-Dec. 2 Ages 6-12 6:00-7:00 PM Code: 1013-13Ages 13-Adult 7:15-8:15 PM Code: 1014-13

AdvancedMore attention to bag work, sparring, and advanced techniques. Class includes Kickboxing. Wear comfort-able sweats. Optional end of class rank test. Thursdays, No class Nov. 28Sept. 19-Dec. 5 Ages 6-126:00-7:00 PM Code: 1015-13Ages 13-Adult7:15-8:15 PM Code: 1016-13



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Youth Soccer TournamentsWashougal Community Education is hosting Youth 5-A-Side Soccer Tournaments this fall. Rules: No offsides and on the fly substitutions create a fast paced action filled game! No slide tackles are allowed! Games are 2 fifteen minute halves. Teams are guaranteed 3 games. For more information, please contact Tournament Director Charlie Boyce, 360-836-6441.Location: Jemtegaard M.S. - Danielsen FieldFee: $100.00 per team Sundays, 9:00 AM-3:00 PMSeptember 15 U-6 Boys & U-8 Girls Code: 1044-13September 22 U8 Boys and U6 Girls Code: 1045-13September 29 U10 Boys and U12 Girls Code: 1046-13October 6 U12 Boys and U10 Girls Code: 1047-13October 13 U6 Boys and U8 Girls Code: 1048-13October 20 U8 Boys and U6 Girls Code: 1049-13October 27 U10 Boys and U12 Girls Code: 1050-13November 3 U12 Boys and U10 Girls Code: 1051-13

Adult Soccer TournamentsWashougal Community Education is hosting Adult 5-A-Side Soccer Tournaments this fall. Rules: No offsides and on the fly substitutions create a fast paced action filled game! No slide tackles are allowed! Games are 2 fifteen minute halves. Teams are guaranteed 3 games. For more information, please contact Tournament Director Charlie Boyce, 360-836-6441.Location: Jemtegaard M.S. - Danielsen FieldFee: $100.00 per team Saturdays, 6:00-8:00 PMSeptember 14 Women Code: 1038-13September 21 Men Code: 1039-13September 28 Co-Ed Code: 1040-13October 5 Women Code: 1041-13October 12 Men Code: 1042-13October 19 Co-Ed Code: 1043-13

5-A-Side Soccer Tournaments

Washougal Library NewsThe Washougal Public Library will be offering a large variety of programs this fall. Library programs include: Friends of the Washougal Library Fall Book Sale, Adult Book Discussions, Preschool Storytime, Winter Holiday Themed Arts & Crafts, Storytime and Crafts for children ages birth to 5.Please call 835-5393 or visit 1661 C St., Washougal, or check the website at www.fvrl.org for information on these and many more library programs.

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