Grand Island Central Schools

Community Education

Summer2013Class Listings

GRAND ISLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICTCommunity Education Brochure

1100 Ransom RoadGrand Island, New York 14072

773-8864 (Night Line-school nights only: 773-8820)

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GENERAL INFORMATIONRegistration Deadline is June 14th so please register on or before that date using one of three registration options listed above. Registrations received will be given priority according to the date received in the Community Education office. Notification will not be sent if accepted into class. You will be contacted only if we are unable to register you for a course. If a class is filled or cancelled, the full fee will be refunded. Personal requests for cancellation must be made at least 2 business days prior to the start of class to receive a refund. Unless otherwise indicated, classes are listed by the grade level of the student as of September 2013. Due to construction at the High School/Middle School complex this summer most of the classes will be held at Huth, Sidway and Kaegebein.

Prompt transportation to and from the program is the responsibility of the parent/guardian.

Registration information: Registration is now available online, by mail, or in person. See below for complete registration instructions. For questions, please contact us at jenepherbanker@k12.ginet.org or by phone at 773-8864 or 773-8825.

The 2013 Summer Enrichment classes can be viewed and registration forms downloaded

online at www.k12.ginet.org. Please feel free to call the Community Education office at

773-8864 with any additional questions.We look forward to seeing you in July.

Sincerely,Jenepher Banker

Community Education DirectorGrand Island Schools

Interim Superintendent of SchoolsMr. Paul Hashem

Board of Education Paul Krull, Acting President

Tak Nobumoto, Vice President Glenn Bobeck, Trustee Emily Ciraolo, Trustee

Joan Droit, Trustee Donna Tomkins, Trustee

To Register & Pay Online To Register & Pay by Mail To Register & Pay In Person

Registration online has never been easier. Go to the Grand Island Website at www.k12.ginet.orgClick on Community Education under Departments and Services and follow instructions to register online securely with a credit card.

Mail registration form with your check or money order to:

Grand Island Community Education1100 Ransom RoadGrand Island, NY 14072We do not confirm mail-in registrations. You will only be notified if there is a cancellation or change to the course(s) you have selected.

Visit the Community Education Office at:

Grand Island High School 1100 Ransom RoadGrand Island, NY 14072

Office Hours:Monday - Friday8:00 am - 3:30 pm

Cash, check or money order only if paying in person.

Community Education Advisory BoardPeter BellancaMarion FabianoMary Ellen KipleyTheodore KorkucKathleen Baker Hoppel

Community Education StaffJenepher Banker, DirectorLynn Ziehm, Clerical

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AGES 3-4 (+ Parent)

KidsPlay Outdoor PC Soccer Whether you are a 3 year old who has an early interest in soccer or a 34 year old looking for a fun way to introduce your child to organized sports, PC Soccer is a perfect fit for you. KidsPlay coaches work in partnership with parents to give young players 1:1 instruction during their initial exposure to the game. Each class begins with 10-15 minutes of individual instruction followed by fun instructional games that parents and children can play together. Class concludes each week with a parent vs child or child vs child scrimmage. Two KidsPlay coaches teach a maximum of 18 children in each class. A KidsPlay T-Shirt is included in the program fee. Please note that PC Soccer is a parent-child activity. An active parent or guardian 18 years or older must accompany a child in each session.

Course #Sum 13-01 Cost: $55 Class Dates: June 26 (7 weeks) Day: Wednesday Time: 5:15-6:00Location: Huth Road Field Instructor: KidsPlay

AGES 4-6

KidsPlay Outdoor Soccer Level I Soccer is an ideal sport for young players. The game is easy to learn, contains constant activity, and provides plenty of opportunity for players to run and learn skills. Soccer Level I hosts small-sided games and scrimmages allowing for plenty of touches on the ball. Even at introductory levels, our coaches are adamant about teaching basic support and teamwork. No Blob Soccer is allowed! The philosophy of Level I Soccer stresses skill development and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Half of each class is devoted to fun instructional training and games with the remaining half devoted to scrimmage. A KidsPlay T-Shirt is included in the program fee.

Course #Sum 13-02 Cost: $55 Class Dates: June 26 (7 weeks) Day: Wednesday Time: 6:00-7:00 Location: Huth Road Field Instructor: KidsPlay

GRADES K-12 Summer Yoga for Kids & Teens Yoga is great for kids, too! Learn yoga poses, find a new way to breathe, improve posture and take the time to stretch and relax. Research shows that yoga helps children improve overall health and self-esteem. Come get your yoga on!

Course #Sum 13-04 Cost: $40 Class Dates: July 9 (3 weeks) Days: Tues., Thurs. Time: 9:00-9:50Location: Sidway Gym Instructor: Tammi VonWryeza-Ras

GRADES K-5

Little Vikes Cheer Camp Little Vikes Cheer Camp is for any elementary school girl. We will learn cheers, chants, jumps, tumbling, and basic stunts. You will need a white t-shirt, puffy paint, spool of ribbon, hair rubber band, water bottle, and spirit! Awards will be given and it will be a lot of fun. Join us for fun in the sun, excercise, and team building!

Course #Sum 13-03 Cost: $40 Class Dates: July 8 (3 weeks) Days: Mon., Wed. Time: 9:00-9:50Location: Sidway 124 Instructor: Tammi VonWryeza-Ras

GRADES K-5

Explore And More This program will provide engaging, hands-on learning in a fun and interactive environment! Developmental activities in reading, music, art and creative movement/dance will be presented over each two hour session. Each session will be centered on a theme (including Dr. Seuss, the World of Disney and many more) and is designed to increase your child’s school readiness. TWO SEPARATE SESSIONS:Ages 4-7 Course #Sum 13-05 Cost: $55Class Dates: July 9 (3 weeks) Day: Tue., Thur. Time: 9:00-10:30Location: Huth Room 25 Instructor: Lauren Fonte

Ages 8-11 Course #Sum 13-06 Cost: $55Class Begins :July 8 (4 weeks) Days: Mon., Wed. Time: 9:00-10:30Location: Huth Room 25 Instructor: Lauren Fonte

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GRADES 1-5 Youth Lacrosse Summer boys youth lacrosse program for players that were in grades 1-5 during the 2012-13 school year. The 5 sessions will consist of skill work and informal scrimmages. Full equipment is required including helmet, mouthpiece, shoulder pads, arm guards, gloves, cleats, stick and cup. Please contact Steve Steck at stevensteck@yahoo.com with any questions.

Course #Sum 13-31 Cost: $15Class Dates: June 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17 Day: Wednesday Time: 6:00-7:30 Location: Sidway Fields Instructor: Steve Steck

GRADES 2-7

Sports Camp Do you love to play? Come and play all day at Sports Camp! We play baseball, basketball, floor hockey, rock climbing and archery. There’s also lacrosse, soccer and ultimate Frisbee. Bring your lunch and play all day! Full weeks are required to register for sports camp. No single days are available. There will not be class on July 4th. Cost: $110 per child per week for full days from 8:00-5:00 Cost: $60 per child for half days from 8:00-12:00 or

1:00-5:00 Sports Camp Begins: June 24-July 26 Days: Mon.-Fri. Location: H.S. Back Gym Instructor: Daneen Gallagher

Michael Gallagher

Full Day/ Half Day Fee Class #Sum 13-07 Cost: $110 / $60 Full Day June 24-28 8:00-5:00Class #Sum 13-08 A.M. Only 8:00-12:00 Class #Sum 13-09 P.M. Only 1:00-5:00

Class #Sum 13-10 Cost: $85 / $50 Full Day July 1-5 8:00-5:00no class July 4thClass #Sum 13-11 A.M. Only 8:00-12:00 no class July 4thClass #Sum 13-12 P.M. Only 1:00-5:00no class July 4th

Class #Sum 13-13 Cost: $110 / $60 Full Day July 8-12 8:00-5:00 Class #Sum 13-14 A.M. Only 8:00-12:00 Class #Sum 13-15 P.M. Only 1:00-5:00 Class #Sum 13-16 Cost: $110 / $60 Full Day July 15-19 8:00-5:00 Class #Sum 13-17 A.M. Only 8:00-12:00 Class #Sum 13-18 P.M. Only 1:00-5:00 Class #Sum 13-19 Cost: $110 / $60 Full Day July 22-26 8:00-5:00 Class #Sum 13-20 A.M. Only 8:00-12:00 Class #Sum 13-21 P.M. Only 1:00-5:00 (Some weeks may be moved to Kaegebein due to construction at the high school complex. You will be notified by phone if your week is at Kaegebein)

GRADES 3 Math Facts Camp Why not make the transition to 3rd grade math a little easier? During a four week period, this course will help your child learn and master basic addition and subtraction facts. They will practice different strategies and incorporate fun math games. This is the basic foundation for all levels of math. Your child can be a math facts genius!

Course #Sum 13-22 Cost: $55 Class Begins: July 1 (4 weeks) Days: Mon., Wed. Time: 9:00-10:30 Location: Huth Room 21 Instructor: Brittany Papaj

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GRADES 3-12 Basic Archery Basic archery will involve the proper stance and shooting positions. Archery terminology will be used throughout in regards to archery tackle, protective equipment and targets. Safety is a major consideration and is always implemented. You will be shooting stationery 3D and ringed targets. Course #Sum 13-28 Cost: $60 Class Dates: July 8, 9, 10, 11,

15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23 Time: 1:00-3:00 Location: Sidway Pavilion Instructor: Roger Wright

GRADES 4-5 Math Facts Camp Need help learning your math facts? Then this is the place for you! Join us as we learn effective strategies to master addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Strategies such as touch math will be taught, as wellas many fun and entertaining games. We will focus on perfecting basic facts, but will touch on many other skills as well.

Course #Sum 13-23 Cost: $55 Class Begins: July 1 (4 weeks)Days: Mon., Wed. Time: 10:30-12:00 Location: Huth Room 21 Instructor: Brittany Papaj

GRADES 5-8

Microsoft Windows Movie Maker Have you ever wanted to make your own movie? Microsoft Movie Maker is a creative computer program that allows students to be their own movie director. Students will learn how to shoot their very own movie on a topic of their choice. They will then be able to edit their movie to include music, action scenes and a story. Each participant will create a final published film at the end of the week.

Course #Sum 13-24 Cost: $50Class Begins: July 8 (1 weeks) Days: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. Time: 9:00-12:00 Location: Huth Road Library Instructor: Ben Gallegos

Project Based Math Enrichment and Skill Building Students always ask, “When will I ever use this in real life?” This course will show students how math skills are used everyday in life. We will be creating a week long project that will include designing graphs, constructing surveys, making scaled drawings and many more real life situations. We will also incorporate math fact skill builders on a daily basis. This will be done through daily skill building sessions and math fact competitions.

Course #Sum 13-25 Cost: $50 Class Begins: July 22 (1 weeks) Days: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. Time: 9:00-12:00 Location: Huth Road Library Instructor: Ben Gallegos

GRADES 6-8 Cheerleading Camp Cheerleading Camp is designed for any middle school girl interested in improving their skills in jumping, tumbling, and stunting. Cheers and chants will be learned with daily awards and prizes. Girls will need a white t-shirt, puffy paint, hair rubber band, a spool of hair ribbon, and spirit. Please join for a cheerful experience.

Course #Sum 13-26 Cost: $65 Class Dates: July 8 (3 weeks) Days: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. Time:10:00-11:50 Location: Sidway 124 Instructor: Tammi Von Wryeza-Ras

REGISTER ONLINEat www.k12.ginet.org

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GRADES 6-9 American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Taking care of young children - whether yours or someone else’s - is an important responsibility! The Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course can help you learn what you need to know to be the best and most responsible babysitter you can be. Designed for 11 to 15-year olds, the course teaches you what every parent wants in a safe and responsible babysitter. Learn how to:

• Interview for a babysitting job • Choose safe and age-appropriate toys and games • Perform First Aid and practice CPR • Learn diapering and feeding techniques • Handle bedtime issues • Have a safe babysitting experience • And more!!

Students receive materials including a handbook packed with information and full-color skill sheets; a compact emergency reference guide; and an interactive CD-ROM (featuring an activity booklet with games, songs, recipes, and an electronic client spreadsheet), and certification card. Course #Sum 13-27 Cost: $70 Class Dates: July 15 & 17 Day: Mon., Wed. Time: 9:00-12:15 Location: Huth Road Art Room Instructor: American Red Cross

GRADES 9-12

Strength and Conditioning for Athletes Ages 13-17 We are a dedicated sports performance program dedicated to educate and train athletes on how to increase their success on the field, ice, or court. Success in athletics revolves around one’s ability to integrate strength, speed and agility, and core strength to perform at the top of one’s game. Training methods include: Agility tools, plyometrics, sport cord training, medicine balls, power training ropes, power sled, and core training. Accepting Independent Health’s Flexfit Family plan. Please call Tony Surace at 215-0723 for additional information on coverage. Course #Sum 13-29 Cost: $100Class Begins: July 1 (4 weeks) Days: Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs. Time: 9:00-10:50 Location: Sidway Pavilion & Gym Instructor: Tony Surace

Fernando Pineda

GRADES 10-12 Atlas Test Prep SAT Workshop-Prepare for the SAT with Atlas Test Prep. Our proven strategies and customized study plans give students the tools to increase their scores and take the SAT with confidence. This workshop will reinforce core content while teaching students to internalize test-taking strategies. The innovative curriculum is supported by customized homework assignments, and proctored diagnostic exams which will simulate realistic testing conditions, allowing students to practice time management and build stamina. Enroll today! Course #Sum 13-30 Cost: $10 (registration fee payable to Grand Island School)

$399 (payable to Atlas Test Prep due 1st class )Class Begins: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Day: Tuesday Time: 9:00-11:00July 18 Day: Thursday Time: 9:00-11:00July 11 & July 25 Day: Thursday (diagnostics) Time: 8:00-12:00Location: Huth Road 27 Instructors: Atlas Test Prep

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REGISTER ONLINE

at www.k12.ginet.org

Grand Island Community Education Registration Form - Summer 2013(Please Print)

First Name __________________________________ Last Name ___________________________ Date_________________

E-mail Address__________________________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address _____________________________________________City _________________________Zip ___________

Home Phone ____________________Cell Phone _____________________Business Phone __________________________

List Below Courses For Which You Are Registering:

Course Number Day Fee

1. ________________________________________________________________ ______________ _________ _______

2. ________________________________________________________________ ______________ _________ _______

3. ________________________________________________________________ ______________ _________ _______

(Payable to Grand Island Schools) Check # __________ Total $ _________

This form may be copied for use by other registrants or downloaded at www.k12.ginet.org.

Please give us suggestions for future courses: ______________________________________________________________

Return Form to: Grand Island School District, Attention Community Education Department1100 Ransom Road, Grand Island, New York 14072

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Grand Island Community Education Registration Form - Summer 2013(Please Print)

First Name __________________________________ Last Name ___________________________ Date_________________

E-mail Address__________________________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address _____________________________________________City _________________________Zip ___________

Home Phone ____________________Cell Phone _____________________Business Phone __________________________

List Below Courses For Which You Are Registering:

Course Number Day Fee

1. ________________________________________________________________ ______________ _________ _______

2. ________________________________________________________________ ______________ _________ _______

3. ________________________________________________________________ ______________ _________ _______

(Payable to Grand Island Schools) Check # __________ Total $ _________

This form may be copied for use by other registrants or downloaded at www.k12.ginet.org.

Please give us suggestions for future courses: ______________________________________________________________

Return Form to: Grand Island School District, Attention Community Education Department1100 Ransom Road, Grand Island, New York 14072

Grand Island Central School District1100 Ransom RoadGrand Island, New York 14072

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Summer2013Class Listings