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GENERAL INFORMATION

2 Phone: 635-4666 Fax: 635-4676

REGISTRATION LOCATIONThe Robert A. Binner Educational Center 1050 Maryvale Drive, Room 168(First building on right, use door 46 to enter)

REGISTRATION BEGINS Tuesday, May 26, 2015

FEESThe fee for each course is included within the course description. Instructors in certain courses will collect supply fees to cover the cost of materials. Fees or credit card numbers must accompany mail reservations in order to be considered. Mail and fax registrations will automatically be accepted unless otherwise notified. A $20 FEE WILL BE CHARGED FOR ANY CHECKS RETURNED BY THE BANK. SC=Cheektowaga Senior Citizen/Maryvale Staff

NO SMOKINGSmoking is prohibited in all school buildings and grounds.

LIFELONG LEARNER’S CARDCheektowaga Senior Citizens, age 60 years or older, are required to have a Lifelong Learner’s Card to receive a senior citizen discount. This card entitles the owner to a discount on some classes. This discount can only be granted at the time of registration and only for courses taken by the individual whose name is on the card. This card is available at anytime in our office. Please bring proof of age and Cheek-towaga residency. SC = Senior Citizen Fee.

Table of Contents

Academic Studies ........................3-5

Career Building Skills ..................... 4

Creative Crafts ............................... 6

Driving .......................................... 7

General Information ................. 2,18

Index ............................................ 17

Music ............................................. 8

Online Courses ........................ 3,4,8

Registration .................................. 19

Scuba Diving ................................ 17

Special Interests .......................10-11

Youth Activities .......................14-15

OFFICE HOURS MONDAY-FRIDAY9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

The office will be closed Friday, 7/3 and Monday, 9/7.

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ACADEMIC STUDIES

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High School EquivalencyAdults who did not graduate from high school can prepare for the TASC. An individualized study plan is designed for each student. Computers and textbooks are used to improve Reading, Math and Writing skills. A flexible schedule allows new students to enter the program at anytime during the year. Call 635-4672 for more information. CLASSES WILL NOT MEET 7/3.Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM-12 NoonRoom 278 (Binner Educational Center)

Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 PMFee: NoneRoom 276 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Certified Staff

High School Equivalency Preparation is also available at the following:

Catholic Charities525 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203856-4494 x323

Catholic Charities75 Caldwell AveLackawanna, NY 14218332-1830

Online High School Equivalency Skills TutorChild care problems, working all day, can’t get to class? If you own a computer you can sign up for High School Equivalency preparation and work online any time from home. This program includes three hours of optional personal tutoring each week at Maryvale. Call 635-4666 and ask to speak with Vicky Vecchiarella for more information.

Instant Italian This is an instructor facilitated online course. For more details visit www.ed2go.com/maryvale. Learn Italian from the comfort of your home in this fun and enjoyable online course. Fee: $90

The Maryvale Community Education Center is

Test Site #256

TASC testing on the first day includes Sci-ence and Math. The second day tests are Reading, Language Arts Writing and So-cial Studies.

Thursday & Friday, 7/9 & 7/10, 8:30 AMThursday & Friday, 8/6 & 8/7, 8:30 AMThursday & Friday, 9/17 & 9/18, 8:30 AM

Test applications will be accepted from students in approved HSE Prep Programs at the center during office hours. Faxed applications will not be accepted. Call 635-4666 for available test dates.

GRASP (Home High School Equivalency Program)

•Must be at least 21 years of age and have a 9th grade reading level.

•Start with 1 packet of 12 hours of homework and when that is completed another packet will be ready.

•There will be 2 packets that need to be completed each month until you are ready to take the TASC exam.

•Tutoring will be made available for any-one in the home study program.

•Study in the comfort of your own home.

•Call (716) 635-4666 to sign up.

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ACADEMIC STUDIES/CAREER

Phone: 635-4666 Fax: 635-4676

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)Maryvale offers a program for adults who have not yet learned to read or speak English and/or need to develop better skills. The class sessions will assist adults in vocabulary-building, conversation practice and understanding written English. Beginner and advanced students are welcome. New students can start anytime. CLASSES WILL NOT MEET 7/3.Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-12:00 NoonFee: NoneRoom 272 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Certified Staff

Individual Career CounselingOne-on-one sessions with our Adult Career Counselor are available by appointment. Services include: job search assistance; vocational interest; personality assessment and interpretation; skill matching; and selecting academic/educational programs. Call Cheryl Armenia at 635-4673 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Notary Public TrainingDo you need to become a Notary for work or have you always wanted to become one? Be an asset to your company as a Notary Public. This course will help you to prepare for the New York Notary Public Exam and it will also cover what you need to know once you become a Notary. It will also cover the NY Notary Laws as well as legal terminology. The course fee includes a handbook containing everything you need to become a successful NYS Notary.(CAR-034)Tuesday, 7/21, 6:30-9:00 PMFee: $60Room 162 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Karen O’ConnorPublic School Educator and Notary Signing Agent

Speed Spanish This is an instructor facilitated online course. For more details visit www.ed2go.com/maryvale. This powerful course teaches six easy recipes you can use to glue Spanish words together into sentences. With the powerful methods taught in this course, you’ll be engaging in conversational Spanish in no time. Fee: $90

Pre-Collegiate Classes-Maryvale/ECC

Pathways Program

Is College in your Future? If so, Erie Community College and Maryvale Community Education will be offering Pre-Collegiate Studies. These tuition free courses are designed to be fun and help you develop the skills you need to be successful in college. To be eligible for classes you must have a high school diploma or have recently taken the TASC. Hurry!!!! Class sizes are limited. To register or for more information please call Erie Community College di-rectly at 851-1243.

PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS Maryvale Community Education is in-volved in a partnership with Erie Com-munity College to provide services to adults age 18 and over who are prepar-ing to attend college. Free classes in basic math and reading skills, TASC Prepara-tion and English for Speakers of Other Languages will be offered at Maryvale locations to adults who need to brush-up before enrolling at Erie Community Col-lege. Students who successfully complete the Pathways to Success program can be quickly enrolled in degree programs at Erie Community College. Classes are offered in the daytime and the evenings. For more information about these free programs call Maryvale at 635-4666.

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ACADEMIC STUDIES

Summer Office Hours: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

SAT Fundamentals Courses

The Princeton Review SAT Fundamentals Courses provide targeted test preparation. We’ll show you our exclusive strategies and give you the study tools you need to practice on your own and master what we cover in class. To enroll, call our local office at 716-633-1921.Room 162 (Binner Educational Center)Fee: $699 (Maryvale Students receive 15% off with promo code MARYVALE15)Instructor: Princeton Review Staff

Preparing for the October SATDate Day of Week Start Time End Time Description7/6/15 Monday 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Test 17/7/15 Tuesday 9:00 AM 12:00 Noon Class7/8/15 Wednesday 9:00 AM 12:00 Noon Class7/9/15 Thursday 9:00 AM 12:00 Noon Class7/10/15 Friday 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Test 27/13/15 Monday 9:00 AM 12:00 Noon Class7/14/15 Tuesday 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Test 37/15/15 Wednesday 9:00 AM 12:00 Noon Class7/16/15 Thursday 9:00 AM 1:00 PM Test 47/17/15 Friday 9:00 AM 12:00 Noon Class

Preparing for the October SATDate Day of Week Start Time End Time Description7/18/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Test 17/25/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Class8/1/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Class8/8/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Test 28/15/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Class8/22/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Class8/29/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Test 39/12/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Class9/19/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 2:00 PM Test 49/26/15 Saturday 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Class

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CREATIVE CRAFTS

PHONE: 635-4666 FAX: 635-4676

Basic Photography(CCC-001)Thursdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/97:00-10:00 PMFee: $70Room 310 (1901 Sweet Home Rd)Instructor: Paul Bauer

Lighthouse Photography(CCC-027)Mondays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/66:00-9:00 PM**Fee: $70Room 310 (1901 Sweet Home Rd)Instructor: Paul Bauer

Sailboat Photography(CCC-019)Wednesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/86:00-9:00 PM ** Fee: $70Room 310 (1901 Sweet Home Rd)Instructor: Paul Bauer

Night Photography(CCC-002)Sat. and/or Sun., (6 weeks) Begins 7/117:00-10:00 PM ** Fee: $70Room 310 (1901 Sweet Home Rd)Instructor: Paul Bauer

19th Century Photography(CCC-021)Sat. and/or Sun., (6 weeks) Begins 7/12 #1:00-4:00 PM **Fee: $70Room 310 (1901 Sweet Home Rd)Instructor: Paul Bauer

Photoshop I(CCC-022)Tuesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/77:00-10:00 PMFee: $80Room 310 (1901 Sweet Home Rd)Instructor: Paul Bauer

Knitting & Crocheting(CCC-010)Mondays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/67:00-10:00 PMFee: $70Room 105 (1901 Sweet Home Rd.)Instructor: Carmen Velasco

Embroidery Around the World(CCC-011)Wednesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/87:00-10:00 PMFee: $70Room 105 (1901 Sweet Home Rd.)Instructor: Carmen Velasco

The Maryvale Community Education Program lists classes offered by the Creative Craft Center. Most classes will be held at Sweet Home High School, 1901 Sweet Home Rd, Amherst, NY 14228. Anyone interested in course descriptions or to register should call their office at 250-1424. Course fees do not include supplies.*-Times can vary somewhat.#-Actual field trips meet on Sundays (or Sat./Sun. if so marked) but the first lecture meets at Sweet Home High School the day before (Saturday) from 9:00 AM-12:00 Noon.**-Times, or days, or both can vary, but first session meets at 1:00 or 7:00 PM.

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DRIVING

More online courses at ed2go.com/maryvale

Driver Education This program is offered by the Maryvale School System as a service to the community. It is a thirty-two weekday course (approximately seven weeks) featuring alternating 90 minute classroom and in-car driving sessions. Geared for high school students, participants must be 16 years old by June 29, 2015 and should possess a valid NYS learner’s permit or license. Satisfactory completion necessitates mandatory attendance of 24 hours of vehicle and 24 hours of classroom instruction. Upon successful completion, the student qualifies for a Certificate of Completion (form MV-285) or an insurance letter. Registration begins on May 26, 2015. Classes begin on June 29 and end on August 12, 2015. There is a $5 per form replacement fee for any lost completion certificates, insurance letters and/or pre-licensing certificates. All absences must be made up by scheduling appropriate driver education activities. Please note that there are no additional fees for makeup classes. A $50 cancellation fee will be charged if withdrawal is made before the program begins. There will be no refunds after the program begins. Location: Room 136 (High School)Driving Options: Select one driving time from the choices below. Driving times will be given on a first come, first served basis. Each driving time is limited to four students.

Classroom: “B” - Day, 8:45-10:15 AM beginning 6/30, followed by 7/2, 7/6, 7/8, 7/10, 7/14, 7/16, 7/20, 7/22, 7/24, 7/28, 7/30, 8/3, 8/5, 8/7 & 8/11

Driving: All driving times will meet every other day “A” - Day 7:00-8:30 AM beginning 6/298:45-10:15 AM beginning 6/2910:30 AM-12:00 Noon beginning 6/29

“B” - Day 7:00-8:30 AM beginning 6/30

NO CLASS 7/3Fee: $425 (full payment due at registration)Instructors: Certified Staff Members

Pre-Licensing CourseThis course is required to obtain your New York State driver’s license. Anyone attending this class should have knowledge of the driving manual and bring his/her driver’s permit and a pen with them. The classroom training completion certificate expires one year from the date of issuance. Please preregister for this course. There will be a $5 replacement fee for any lost valid certificates. (DRI-003A)Saturday, 6/13, 9:00 AM-1:00 PMFee: $30Room 278 (Binner Educational Center)

(DRI-003B)Saturday, 7/11, 9:00 AM-1:00 PMFee: $30Room 278 (Binner Educational Center)

(DRI-003C)Saturday, 8/8, 9:00 AM-1:00 PMFee: $30Room 278 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Certified Staff

Defensive DrivingPrincipal drivers who complete this course can decrease their motor vehicle insurance liability and collision premiums and reduce their violation points by a maximum of 4 points from their driving record. (DRI-001A)Thursdays, 7/23& 7/30, 7:00-10:00 PMRoom 150 (Binner Educational Center)

(DRI-001B)Saturday, 7/11, 9:00 AM-3:30 PMRoom 169 (Binner Educational Center)

(DRI-001C)Saturday, 8/8, 9:00 AM-3:30 PMRoom 169 (Binner Educational Center)

(DRI-001D)Saturday, 9/12, 9:00 AM-3:30 PMFee: $30 Room 169 (Binner Educational Center) Instructor: Bflo. Niagara Frontier Safety Council Staff

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MUSIC

PHONE: 635-4666 FAX: 635-4676

Piano Lessons (Ages 7-Adult)Private half hour lessons are scheduled. (ART-002A)Wednesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 6/33:00-8:00 PMFee: $90NO CLASS 6/24 & 7/1Room 274 (Binner Educational Center)

(ART-002B)Wednesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/293:00-8:00 PMFee: $90Room 274 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Elaine SwordsPiano teacher for over 25 years

Introduction to Guitar This is an instructor facilitated online course. For more details visit www.ed2go.com/maryvale. Master basic guitar skills and become the musician you’ve always wanted to be.Fee: $90

Music Made Easy This is an instructor facilitated online course. For more details visit www.ed2go.com/maryvale. If you enjoy music and would like to know more about what makes it work, this is the course for you. You’ll gain a complete understanding of rhythm, melody, and harmony, and you’ll be able to recognize pitches on the musical staff and on the keyboard. You’ll also be able to build intervals, major scales, and chords. By the time you complete this comprehensive and full-featured course, you’ll be able to read, write, and even play simple musical pieces on a keyboard.Fee: $90

Voice Lessons (Ages 12-Adult)The human voice was the first instrument. If you are interested in developing your own instrument, PRIVATE HALF-HOUR VOICE LESSONS may help you to achieve that goal. These lessons include breath control, range extension, pitch awareness, quality of vocal sound and development of a song repertoire. Whether you sing for your own enjoyment, wish to join a group or aspire to be the next American Idol, learning the proper vocal methods can be beneficial as well as enjoyable.(ART-015A)Tuesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 6/93:00-7:30 PMFee: $99NO CLASS 6/30Room 274 (Binner Educational Center)

(ART-015B)Tuesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/283:00-7:30 PMFee: $99Room 274 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Elaine SwordsVoice Instructor for over fifteen years

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SPECIAL INTERESTS

PHONE: 635-4666 FAX: 635-4676

Exploring Frontier Worlds: Featuring Pluto and the Kuiper Belt (Grade 3-Adult) Join us for this summer under the dome of the Maryvale Planetarium for a short course about the Solar System. Discover the difference between the eight classical planets and the five known Dwarf Planets. We’ll investigate how Clyde Tombaugh discovered Pluto in 1930 and why it was ultimately demoted from the list of planets 76 years later. See some of the first images of hte New Horizons Mission, a spacecraft that’s been traveling to Pluto since January 19, 2006. Using digital astronomy media we’ll travel from the Sun to the cold regions of Neptune and beyond. We’ll investigate the latest from Dawn, Rosetta and MESSANGER and find out how these missions continue to help us better understand our neighborhood in the Milky Way. This short course will also use the planetarium to discover the current night sky. Come see the sun, moon, stars and constellations of summer season at the Maryvale Planetarium! (SPE-076)Tuesdays, (2 weeks) Begins 7/147:00-9:00 PMFee: $19; Maryvale Student Fee: $10Planetarium (across from Room 142 in the Middle School)Instructor: Paul KrupinskiMaryvale Graduate; Director/Owner, Mr. K.’s Mobile Dome Planetarium; Show Presenter/Technician, Strasenburgh Planetarium; Planetarium Director/Astronomer, Challenger Learning Center of Lockport.

Worlds Beyond Our Solar System: A Search for Earth-Like Planets (Grade 3-Adult) In five billion years the Sun’s nuclear fire stops and its outer atmosphere swells into a red giant star. The inner solar system planets will be vaporized, including the Earth, our home in space. Join us at the Maryvale Planetarium for a unique short course about the search for a new Earth. Using the discoveries of the Kepler Space Telescope, we’ll explore the latest information in the search for extra solar planets or exoplanets - worlds beyond our solar system. How many planets orbit other stars? How far would we have to travel to get to a different earth-like world? Is there another planet in the galaxy within the Habitable Zone - an area within a star system that could sustain liquid water? Using digital astronomy, we’ll answer these questions, plus travel to worlds beyond our own as we search for our new home in space. This short course will also use the planetarium to discover the current night sky. Come see the sun, moon, stars and the constellations of Summer at the Maryvale Planetarium!(SPE-076)Tuesdays, (2 weeks) Begins 8/47:00-9:00 PMFee: $19; Maryvale Student Fee: $10Planetarium (across from Room 142 in the Middle School)Instructor: Paul KrupinskiMaryvale Graduate; Director/Owner, Mr. K.’s Mobile Dome Planetarium; Show Presenter/Technician, Strasenburgh Planetarium; Planetarium Director/Astronomer, Challenger Learning Center of Lockport.

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SPECIAL INTERESTS

Summer Office Hours: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Fencing for Beginners (Ages 14 to Adult) This course is an introduction to the Art of Classical Foil Fencing. Students will learn how to move, defend and attack using the basic fencing weapon - the foil - in the Classical French style. It is a relaxed workout coupled with exposure to the historical origins of this exciting martial art. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN! Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace and balance, while promoting cardiovascular fitness and increased confidence and self-esteem. All equipment is provided. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing for this course. NO DISCOUNTS - NO REFUNDS once class begins. (FIT-024)Wednesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/156:30-8:00 PMFee: $75Room 281/283 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Kevin McMahonDirector of the Fencing Center of Buffalo, a USFA-certified coach and a member of the USFA and USFCA. He has fenced and taught foil, epee and sabre for over 30 years.

Personal Water Craft Boating Safety Course The Empire Safety Council’s Boating Safety Course meets New York State requirements for a Personal Water Craft (PWC) Boating Safety Course. It is intended to provide a comprehensive yet basic knowledge to acquaint you with safe and legal boating practices. The Boating Safety Course is an 8-hour instructor-led workshop which includes a student text-workbook, a new boating safety video and a 50 question multiple choice exam with an answer form. Satisfactory completion (40 correct answers) will earn you an official course completion certificate and may also earn you up to a 15% discount annually on your water craft insurance. It is important to note that Empire’s Boating Safety Course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and meets mandatory education requirements for states that have boater education laws. Course completion is good for life and is recognized by the United States Coast Guard. (SPE-014A)Saturday, 6/6, 8:00 AM-4:00 PMFee: $30

(SPE-014B)Saturday, 6/27, 8:00 AM-4:00 PMFee: $30

(PE-014C)Saturday, 7/11, 8:00 AM-4:00 PMFee: $30

(SPE-014D)Saturday, 7/25, 8:00 AM-4:00 PMFee: $30

(SPE-014E)Saturday, 8/15, 8:00 AM-4:00 PMFee: $30Room 167 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Michael VoelkerEmpire Safety Council Staff

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

PHONE: 635-4666 FAX: 635-4676

17th Annual Fastbreak Lacrosse Camp (Ages 4-18)Our staff understands that our camp is instructional and strives to teach the finest points of the game. Our campers will learn how to improve their individual skills and techniques, as well as team concepts and ideas through daily instruction, drills and games. We believe that each concept learned must be positively reinforced through progressive steps that will lead our campers into competitive play. Our camp is organized into appropriate age and ability groups. Campers will receive the same top level instruction REGARDLESS OF THEIR ABILITY! Over the course of four days our campers will focus on stick skill development, individual, as well as, team offense and defense, and all other important aspects of the game. Our camper-to-coach ratio is superb at 7:1. This allows each camper to receive maximum instruction and learn from the country’s best. Prior to the conclusion of camp each camper will receive an individualized feedback sheet and goalies will be video taped. These assessment tools will further assist our campers development in the game of lacrosse.

BOYS/GIRLS AGES 4-7(YOU-096A)Monday-Thursday, 7/20-7/239:00-11:00 AMGrounds (Behind Primary School, 1 Nagel Dr., Cheektowaga, NY)Fee: $115

BOYS ONLY AGES 8-18(YOU-096B)Monday-Thursday, 7/20-7/239:00 AM-2:00 PMGrounds (Behind Primary School, 1 Nagel Dr., Cheektowaga, NY)Fee: $235

Contact Info:Website: www.fastbreakwny.comEmail: fblcamp@hotmail.comPhone: (716) 636-1152Director: Stefan Henn

Maryvale/Amherst Basketball CampThis competitive camp is for boys entering the 5th through 9th grades as of the Fall of 2015. The course objectives include: presenting the fundamentals of basketball so that each player will increase his understanding of the sport; instructing on an individual and group basis so as to develop each player’s basketball skills; exposing each player to the philosophies and techniques of various coaches and players; and providing an enriching experience and to develop competitive spirit, athletic skill and good sportsmanship through individual instruction and supervised competition. For more information call Mark Kensy at 681-6291 or e-mail him at mkensy@clarenceschools.org or coachk514@aol.com. Amherst Varsity Basketball Coach, Chris Kensy, may be contacted at ckensy@amherstschools.org. (YOU-009)Monday-Friday, 7/20-7/248:30 AM-12:00 NoonFee: $70Gym (High School)Director: Mark KensyMaryvale Varsity Basketball Coach; 2004 NYS Section 6 Coach-of-the-Year; 2005 ECIC Coach-of-the-Year; 2006, 2010 ECIC D-3 Coach-of-the-Year.

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Summer Office Hours: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Fencing for BeginnersThis course is an introduction to the art of Classical Foil Fencing. Students will learn how to move, defend and attack using the basic fencing weapon - the foil - in the Classical French style. It is a relaxed workout coupled with exposure to the historical origins of this exciting martial art. Great for developing physical agility and mental focus, fencing is also FUN! Fencing develops better eye-hand coordination, physical agility, grace and balance, while promoting cardiovascular fitness and increased confidence and self-esteem. All equipment is provided. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing for this course. NO DISCOUNTS-NO REFUNDS once class begins.

AGES 10-13(YOU-044)Wednesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/154:00-5:30 PMFee: $75Room 281/283 (Binner Educational Center)

AGES 14 & Up(FIT-024)Wednesdays, (6 weeks) Begins 7/156:30-8:00 PMFee: $75Room 281/283 (Binner Educational Center)Instructor: Kevin McMahonDirector of the Fencing Center of Buffalo and a member of the USFA and USFCA. He has fenced and taught foil, epee and sabre for over 30 years.

The Power Station Volleyball Camp at Maryvale High SchoolNow celebrating our 27th year, the Power Station Volleyball Camp draws athletes from across western New York, and fea-tures well-respected high school and col-legiate volleyball coaches, as well as col-legiate players. This camp will provide instruction and daily skills training in competitive volleyball, with opportunities to practice newly acquired skills in game situations. Boys and girls at all levels of ability are welcome. Registration dead-line is June 26. After the June deadline, please email waltstefani@verizon.net for availability.

Main Camp (Grades 6-12)Monday-Thursday, 7/6-7/98:30 AM-2:30 PMFee: $175Gym (High School)

Little Spikers - (Grades 3-5)Tuesday-Thursday, 7/7-7/98:30 AM-2:00 PMFee: $135Gym (High School)Director: Walt StefaniEight-time WNY Coach of the Year and 1994 NYS Coach of the Year in Volleyball

Register Online at:www.PowerStationVolleyball.com Pay-ment may be made by credit card or check payable to Walt Stefani.

Register by Mail:Complete the Maryvale registration form. Include: age, grade as of September 2015, gender, shirt size and parent email address. Send registration form and check, payable to Walt Stefani, 4583 Marie Drive, Ham-burg NY 14075.

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716-631-3004www.mandarinkungfu.com

Mandarin Kung Fu590 Cayuga Rd.

Buffalo, NY 14225

10 weeks only $150Summer Special!

Reg. Price $300 Save $150Shaolin Temple Style Self Defense / Physical Fitness / Mental Development / Flexibility / Cardiovascular /

Confidence / Attitude AdjustmentYouth & Adult Classes

This program will be of special value to parents looking to providetheir children with a healthy way to spend the summer.

All classes are taught bySifu Norman C. Mandarino

Red Sash Master, owner and head instructor of Mandarin Kung Fu.Sifu Mandarino has instructed in Western NY since 1974.

He is the direct disciple of Master Ting Fong Wong from Canton China.

(new students only)

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SCUBA DIVING/INDEX

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Scuba DivingLearning to scuba dive is easy and fun! Our “Learn to Dive” program will have you exploring underwater in just a few short weeks. Students will participate in weekly classroom and pool sessions plus complete two days of open water dives to earn their scuba diver certification. The lab fees include the use of all scuba equipment for the pool and two days of open water dives. A logbook, certification fees and a dive team t-shirt are also included upon the successful completion of the requirements for this program. Students need only a bathing suit and towel. The instructor will provide additional information regarding classroom schedules and open water dives. Family discounts are available. For additional details, please contact Discover Diving at 685-4557.(SWA-009)Saturdays, (8 weeks) Begins 7/119:00 AM-12:00 NoonFee: $35Lab Fee: $214 payable at time of registrationPool (High School)Instructor: Discover Diving Staff

17th Annual Fastbreak Lacrosse Camp ........14Photography Classes ......................................6Defensive Driving .........................................7Driver Education ...........................................7English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) .........................................................4Exploring Frontier Worlds ...........................10Fencing for Beginners .............................11,15GRASP (Home HSE Program) .....................3High School Equivalency ..............................3Individual Career Counseling ........................4Maryvale/Amherst Basketball Camp ............14Notary Public Training ..................................4Pathways to Success .......................................4Personal Water Craft Boating Safety Course 11Photoshop I...................................................6Piano Lessons ................................................8Pre-Collegiate Classes ....................................4Pre-Licensing Course .....................................7SAT Fundamentals Course ............................5Scuba Diving ...............................................17Power Station Volleyball Camp ..................15Voice Lessons ................................................8Worlds Beyond Our Solar System ...............10

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Phone: 635-4666 Fax: 635-4676

CANCELLATION INFORMATIONThe full fee will be refunded by check or credit (when paid with charge card) if classes are filled or cancelled. Personal request for cancellation must be made two full business days prior to the start of classes i.e. if the class begins on a Wednesday, cancellation must be made no later than the prior Friday. A $5.00 cancellation fee per class will be charged. Refund checks or credits may take up to 45 days to process. Registration fees will not be refunded for any reason after the first class begins.

SCHOOL CLOSINGIf it should become necessary to close the eve-ning program because of inclement weather, the announcement will be made over WBEN, WKSE (98.5 FM) and WJYE (96.1 FM) be-tween the hours of 4:00 and 6:00 PM.

The Cheektowaga-Maryvale UFSD hereby advises students/potential students, parents, employees/potential employees and the gen-eral public that it offers employment and edu-cational opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status or disability includ-ing Vietnam era, special disabilities, recently separated and other protected veterans. Fur-ther it recognizes its responsibility to provide a nondiscriminatory educational environment that is free of sexual and racial harassment. Grievance procedures are available to interested persons by contacting the Title IX/Section 504 Complaint Officer, Dr. Stephen Lunden, As-sistant Superintendent for Administrative Ser-vices, 1050 Maryvale Drive, Cheektowaga, NY 14225, (716) 631-7485. (Commissioner’s Reg-ulation 100.2 (K); Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX Education Amendments of 1972; Sec-tion 504 Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Executive Law S.291 (1) 45 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 90, 1975; Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990; Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (amended).

MARYVALE SCHOOL SYSTEM

BOARD OF EDUCATIONMrs. Tammy McCarthy, President

Mrs. Patricia A. Keller, Vice-PresidentMrs. Margaret J. Bourdette, Member

Mr. Craig Meyers, Member

SUPERINTENDENTDeborah A. Ziolkowski

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Michael Swords

PROGRAM COORDINATORVictoria Vecchiarella

SUPPORT STAFFKathleen SummersMichele Caccard

Carrie Craven

COMMUNITY EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Audrey Hamernik, ChairpersonMarcia Biber Kristen Finn Ellen Fischer Donald Glinski Sharon Green Susan LoGalboLee Matuszewski Shelly PhillipsPaul J. Matuszewski Allan MonacoJoyce Monaco Terri Walters

BROCHURE STAFFMichele Caccard

Carrie CravenMichael Swords

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