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Leslie Cohen,
Principal
2015
Maura Carroll,
Assistant Principal
Choose over 30 different Enrichment Courses, plus afternoon Music & Musical Theatre!
Register early to avoid filled classes and to take advantage of reduced fees.
DATES
Monday, July 6, 2015 – Thursday, August 6, 2015
TIME
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
FEE
$985.00 for the full program if you register by Friday, May 29th.
After this date, the full tuition fee is $1,160.00 (These fees include
a non-refundable $35.00 processing charge). Early bird fee for one
course is $328, regular fee for one course is $387.
LOCATION
All classes will be held at South Middle School, 349 Lakeville Rd.
TRANSPORTATION
The school district will provide transportation before period 1 and
after period 3 only. Schedule and stops available online.
ELIGIBILITY
Any student whose legal address is within the Great Neck School
District and will be entering grade 6, 7, 8, or 9 in September 2015,
is eligible for the Summer Enrichment Program.
REGISTRATION
Please fill out the enclosed application form and return it by mail.
There is no “in person” registration.
REFUNDS
No refunds will be made after Friday, May 29th. Refunds will not
include the $35.00 processing charge.
FINANCIAL AID
Students will be eligible for financial aid if their household income
meets the Federal Income Guidelines. The financial aid tuition
rate is $580 (half of the full tuition rate) per child. Please call the
Summer School Office at 441-4575 for additional information, or
visit our website: http://greatnecksummerschool.weebly.com/
ENRICHMENT COURSES – JULY 6 – AUGUST 6
ALL COURSES MEET FOR ONE HOUR
Please note that times and course offerings are subject to change based on enrollment
ARE YOU READY FOR EP?
Gain the problem-solving skills necessary to succeed in
the rigorous EP Math 6 curriculum (Period 2).
ARCHITECTURE
Learn the fundamentals of residential design. Design a
one-story home to scale. Computer Aided Design
software will enable you to render professional caliber
designs (Period 3).
BEGINNER CHESS
Learn the basics of the timeless game of chess. Players
of any level will learn the rules and strategies to become
a chess master! (Period 3).
NEW FOR 2015!
BULLS, BEARS & DREAMS
How would you invest $100,000? Learn about the
“Bulls” and “Bears” of the stock market. Follow your
personal portfolio daily and learn how to buy, sell and
hold stocks (Period 2).
BUSINESS PROJECT
Create a real life practical business plan for your own
community. Practice roles of actual small businesses
including architecture, CEO, Accounting, Marketing,
Advertising, & Interior Design (Period 1).
CLAYMATION
Make your own animated film from start to finish!
Create stories with clay sculptures that come to life with
iStop and iMovies on the iPad! (Period 2)
COMPUTER ART/GRAPHICS
Dabble in multimedia-based art. Create exciting
art work on the computer (Period 3).
COOL AND DELICIOUS
Prepare refreshing and easy no-bake recipes, focusing
on frozen and refrigerated desserts (Periods 1,2,3).
CREATIVE CRAFTS
Have fun while being inspired by learning new hands-on
craft methods. Learn techniques for papier mache,
weaving, basketry, and basic clothing and jewelry
design and construction. (Period 3).
UPDATED FOR 2015!
CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING
IN MATH
Examine strategies and methods for solving a variety of
Math Olympiad-type problems (Period 1).
DISCOVER SCULPTURE
Work with clay, paper maché, and wire. Create
action figures, mobiles, and more (Period 1).
ENRICHMENT ALGEBRA
Introduction to the advanced Algebra course to help you
be successful in 8th Grade EP (Period 2).
ENRICHMENT COURSES – JULY 6 – AUGUST 6
ALL COURSES MEET FOR ONE HOUR
Please note that times and course offerings are subject to change based on enrollment
ENRICHMENT BIOLOGY
NEW FOR 2015!
Preview the high school biology curriculum and learn
the basics of living things including cells, and the human
body systems (Period 3).
ENRICHMENT PHYSICS
In this introductory course, students will build on their
physics lab skills. They will learn about motion, angles,
and what makes things move. (Period 2).
ENRICHMENT EARTH SCIENCE
Introduction to Earth Science to prepare you for the
rigorous 8th Grade Earth Science curriculum (Period 1).
FASHION WORKSHOP
Create stunning fashion items from recycled materials
and items from the back of your closet. Interested in a
career in fashion or design? This class will teach you the
skills & qualities required for the job! (Period 3).
FITNESS FOR LIFE!
Practice high energy, active, and fun fitness activities!
Design an individual fitness and nutrition plan using
apps on the iPad (Periods 1,2,3).
NEW FOR 2015!
FORENSIC SCIENCE
NEW FOR 2015!
Learn the scientific processes and procedures involved
in solving crimes, including fingerprinting, DNA analysis,
document authentication and more through solving
mock crimes (Period 2).
GADGETS AND GIZMOS
Design and build model cars, boats, and hovercrafts,
and engineer a Rube Goldberg maze (Periods 1,3).
GOURMET DELIGHTS
Create mouth-watering recipes daily (Periods 1,2,3).
HOLLYWOOD HERE I COME!
Learn and practice star and stage-quality
acting skills (Period 3).
LEARN TO CODE
Learn the basics of computer coding using the NAO
Robot and Choregraphe software. We will start with
simple drag-and-drop coding and work our way up to
more complex languages, such as Python, C++ and
JavaScript. No experience necessary! (Period 1)
NEW FOR 2015!
LEGO ROBOTICS
Design, build, and operate your own mechanical
robot out of legos. Robots will be tested on a
course. Become the lego robot master! (Periods 1,2,3).
MAGIC OF MATH
Strengthen computation and problem-solving skills
through puzzles, games, and mental math strategies
(Periods 2,3).
ENRICHMENT COURSES – JULY 6 – AUGUST 6
ALL COURSES MEET FOR ONE HOUR
Please note that times and course offerings are subject to change based on enrollment
MANGA ANATOMY
Draw and create comics and cartoons in the popular
Japanese Manga style. Practice drawing the human
head and figure, an essential skill for the aspiring
mangaka, with step by step instructions! (Period 1).
MAXIMUM MEMORY
Want to ace all your tests? Learn the secrets to quickly
and permanently remembering information! (Period 2).
MARINE BIOLOGY
Set up and maintain aquariums in this enrichment
science course. Learn about the unique organisms that
live in and near the marine environment. If you have
taken this course previously, there are lots of new and
exciting projects for you too! (Periods 1,3).
MIXED MEDIA DRAWING LAB
Explore creating drawings and paintings using fun
mixed media materials. Topics include animals,
landscape, still life, and portrait using water color,
acrylic, and pastel (Period 2).
PERFECT PAPER PROJECTS!
Make keepsake treasures, all from paper! Techniques
will include embossing, paper quilling, and other
decorative paper crafts! (Period 1).
NEW FOR 2015!
PROGRAMMING AND
ROBOTICS
Learn how to make an animated sign that includes
music, graphics, and words (Period 1).
ROCKETRY
Build and launch model rockets (Periods 1,2).
SEWING AND SUCH!
Learn how to use a sewing machine while
making practical, creative projects (Periods 1,2,3).
SPEECH CRAFT:
INTRODUCTION TO
PUBLIC SPEAKING
How we communicate with others is basic to our
personal satisfaction, fulfillment, and success in life.
Activities include rap, pantomime, talk show
improvisation and a mock trial (Period 2).
THE LAW AND YOU
Learn courtroom procedures through
mock trial (Period 3).
TV PRODUCTION
Learn the basics of TV and media production in a
modern, professional, 3-camera studio. Projects include
game shows, talk shows, music videos, and more!
(Periods 1,2,3).
3D PRINTING
Experience Computer Aided Design from start to finish!
In this course you will use 3D printing to be an
architect, video game developer, product developer, and
artist! (Period 2).
NEW FOR 2015!
- MUSIC CLASSES JULY 6 – AUGUST 6
MUSIC CLASSES MEET FOR ONE HOUR / 8:30 – 11:30 A.M.
BEGINNER MUSIC
WOODWINDS & STRINGS
Learn to play a string or woodwind instrument. No
previous music background required (period 3).
(Grades 4-7)
BEGINNER BRASS
Learn to play a brass instrument. No previous music
background required (period 1).
(Grades 4-7)
MAKE MUSIC: BAND
Intermediate Program – play your musical instrument in
a band. Learn pop, jazz, and classical pieces and
perform in a concert (period 2).
MAKE MUSIC: ORCHESTRA
Intermediate Program – play your musical instrument
in an orchestra. Learn pop, jazz, and classical pieces
and perform in a concert (period 2).
- AFTERNOON MUSICJULY 6 – AUGUST 6
JAZZ BAND…………...12:30-2:00 p.m.
Students in grades 7-12 (or by audition), who play
flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone,
baritone horn, piano, electric guitar, bass/tuba
and drum set.
CHAMBER MUSIC……2:30-4:00 p.m.
Open to all string, woodwind, brass and
percussion students in grades 7-12 or NYSSMA
level 4,5,6.
ALL STUDENTS WILL PERFORM IN A CONCERT AT THE END OF THE 5-WEEK PROGRAM
A SEPARATE APPLICATION FOR AFTERNOON MUSIC IS INCLUDED IN THIS BROCHURE
* TRANSPORTATION WILL BE PROVIDED AT 2:00 P.M. AND 4:00 P.M. *
- AFTERNOON -MUSICAL THEATRE – SUMMER STOCK
JULY 6 – AUGUST 6 - 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Five exciting fun-filled weeks of show-stopping daily acting, singing, and movement classes,
culminating with a “Gala Review”. Appropriate for students entering grades 6 –9.
A SEPARATE APPLICATION FOR MUSICAL THEATRE IS INCLUDED IN THIS BROCHURE.
* TRANSPORTATION WILL BE PROVIDED AT 3:00 P.M. *
Authorized
by____________
Date__________
____
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
CHECK / M. O#
MONDAY, JULY 6, 2015 – THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2015
Phone: 516-441-4575
AMOUNT
Office use only
Student’s Name ______________________________________ Date ________________
Address _____________________________ City ____________________ Zip _________
Home Telephone (____) ___________________ Parent’s Name_______________________
Work Telephone (____) _________________ Parent Cell Phone (____) _________________
Student Cell Phone (____) ______________________
Emergency Contact Name ___________________ Emergency Telephone (____)____________
PLEASE NOTE: CLASSES WILL BE FILLED IN THE ORDER OF RECEIPT OF THIS APPLICATION.
WHEN A 1ST CHOICE CLASS IS FILLED or UNAVAILABLE, THE STUDENT WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ENROLLED
IN A 2ND CHOICE CLASS. PLEASE LIST SIX DIFFERENT COURSES. ALL COURSE OFFERINGS ARE PENDING ENROLLMENT.
1ST - CHOICE COURSES
2ND - CHOICE COURSES
PERIOD 1
8:30 – 9:30 A.M.
_____________________
_______________________
PERIOD 2
9:30 – 10:30 A.M. _____________________
_______________________
PERIOD 3 10:30 – 11:30 A.M. _____________________
_______________________
- BEGINNER MUSIC (period 3, grades 4-7) Choose a Woodwind or String Instrument: Flute, Oboe,
Clarinet, Violin, Viola, Cello & Double Bass (Beginners must fill out instrument choice to be
registered). Instrument Choice ___________________________________
- BEGINNER BRASS (period 1, grades 4-7) Choose a Brass Instrument: Trumpet, French Horn,
Trombone, Baritone Horn or Tuba. (Beginners must fill out instrument choice to be registered).
Instrument Choice ___________________________________
- MAKE MUSIC BAND (period 2): Intermediate Program – Instrument: ________________
- MAKE MUSIC ORCHESTRA (period 2): Intermediate Program - Instrument: ____________
I give my approval for my child to attend the above classes in the Middle School Program with the
understanding that he/she will attend regularly for the entire program.
______________________________________ Signature of Parent/Guardian
I am now attending _____________________ School. I will be entering _____ grade in Sept. 2015.
I will be attending ____________________________________School in September 2015.
I will be attending the Great Neck Afternoon Recreation Program
I will be attending the Afternoon Musical Theatre Program
I will be attending the Afternoon Music Program
Yes____ No ____
Yes____ No ____
Yes____ No ____
Please fill out and mail this application with your registration fee to:
MAURA CARROLL - GREAT NECK SUMMER SCHOOL 77 POLO ROAD - GREAT NECK, NY 11023
5-WEEK Fee: $985.00 (registration on/before May 29th) - $1,160.00 (registration after May 29th)
Please send a separate check/money order with the student’s name payable to: GREAT NECK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
For Credit Card Payment, complete all sections below. Visa/Mastercard only.
Credit Card Number:
___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
Security Code: ___ ___ ___ [ ] VISA [ ] Mastercard
___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
Exp Date: __/___
Card Holder's Name (as it appears on credit card) ______________________________________________
Signature*_____________________________________ *Authorizes program to charge 2% credit card transaction fee
Authorized
by____________
Date__________
____
ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
AFTERNOON
MUSICAL THEATRE - SUMMER STOCK
CHECK / M. O#
AMOUNT
_________
Office use only
MONDAY, JULY 6, 2015 – THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2015
Phone: 516-441-4575 - http://greatnecksummerschool.weebly.com/
Student’s Name __________________________________ Date _____________________
Address ________________________________ City _______________ Zip __________
Home Telephone (____) ___________________ Parent’s Name_______________________
Work Telephone (____) _______________ Parent Cell Phone (____) __________________
Student Cell Phone (____) ____________________________________
Emergency Contact Name _______________ Emergency Telephone (____) ______________
All inclusive three-hour afternoon program of Drama, Movement, and Vocal
Music culminating in a performance on Wednesday, August 5th at 12:30.
* APPROPRIATE FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 6 –10 *
TIME: 12:00 – 3:00 P.M.
I give my approval for my child to attend the Afternoon Musical Theatre Program.
______________________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian
I am now attending __________________ School. I will be entering _____ grade in Sept. 2015.
I will be attending ________________________________________ School in September 2015.
I will be attending the Great Neck Afternoon Recreation Program
Yes______ No _______
If you attend a school outside the Great Neck School District, Please fill out the following:
Full name of
School attending _____________________________ Phone #______________________
Full School Address _______________________ Principal__________________________
Please fill out and mail this application with your registration fee to:
MAURA CARROLL - GREAT NECK SUMMER SCHOOL 77 POLO ROAD - GREAT NECK, NY 11023
Please make a separate check/money order with the student’s name payable to:
GREAT NECK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
5-WEEK Fee: $985.00 (registration on/before May 29th) - $1,160.00 (registration after May 29th)
* Transportation will be provided at 3:00 p.m. *
For Credit Card Payment, complete all sections below. Visa/Mastercard only.
Credit Card Number:
___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
Security Code: ___ ___ ___ [ ] VISA [ ] Mastercard
___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
Exp Date: __/___
Card Holder's Name (as it appears on credit card) ______________________________________________
Signature*_____________________________________ *Authorizes program to charge 2% credit card transaction fee
AFTERNOON MUSIC
MONDAY, JULY 6, 2015 – THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2015
Phone: 516-441-4575 - http://greatnecksummerschool.weebly.com/
Student’s Name ___________________________________ Date ___________________
Address ____________________________ City _______________________ Zip ______________
Telephone # Home (____)___________________ Parent’s Name_______________________
Work # (____) __________________Parent Cell Phone (____)________________________
Student Cell Phone (____) ____________________________________
Emergency Contact Name ________________________ Emergency # (____) __________________
Please check one:
I am in the Summer Enrichment / Academic Intervention Program
Yes ______ No _______
I am in the 6-week Summer Recreation Camp Program
Yes ______ No________
Which summer recreation camp will you attend?
_________________________________
CHOOSE YOUR ELECTIVES
** JAZZ & CHAMBER CLASSES MEET MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY ONLY **
_______________ Advanced Jazz Ensemble (grades 7-12 or by audition)
Open to Flute, Clarinet, Saxes, Trumpet, Trombone/Baritone Horn, Piano, Bass/Tuba, Drum & Guitar.
_______________ Advanced Chamber Music (grades 7-12 or NYSSMA level 4, 5, 6)
Open to all Strings, Woodwind, Brass & Percussion students.
Instrument _______________________________
# Years of Study _____________
I give my approval for my child to attend the Afternoon Summer Music Program at South Middle School.
_________________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian
I am now attending _____________________ School. I will be entering ____ grade in Sept. 2015.
I will be attending _________________________________________ School in September 2015.
Michael Schwartz, Director – Phone (516) 441-4851 / Fax: (516) 441-4893
LOCATION: South Middle, Room 310 (Band), Room 309 (Strings)
TIME:
Jazz Band …………………………12:30 – 2:00 P.M. - FEE: $535.00
Chamber Music.……………………2:30 – 4:00 P.M. - FEE: $535.00
($485.00 per class + a one time non-refundable $50.00 Registration fee) = $535.00
Fee for both Jazz & Chamber Music is: $1,020.00
Please fill out and mail this application with your registration fee to:
MAURA CARROLL - GREAT NECK SUMMER SCHOOL 77 POLO ROAD - GREAT NECK, NY 11023
Please make check/money order with the student’s name made payable GREAT NECK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
For Credit Card Payment, complete all sections below. Visa/Mastercard only.
Credit Card Number:
___ ___ ___ ___
Security Code: ___ ___ ___ [ ] VISA [
___ ___ ___ ___
] Mastercard
___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
Exp Date: __/___
Card Holder's Name (as it appears on credit card) ______________________________________________
Signature*_____________________________________ *Authorizes program to charge 2% credit card transaction fee
BOARD OF EDUCATION:
Ms. Barbara Berkowitz, President
Ms. Lawrence R. Gross, Vice President
Mr. Donald L. Ashkenase, Trustee
Ms. Monique Bloom, Trustee
Ms. Susan Healy, Trustee
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS:
Dr. Thomas P. Dolan
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
FOR BUSINESS:
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENTS
FOR EDUCATION:
Dr. Stephen C. Lando
Ms. Kelly Newman
Dr. Joseph G. Hickey
SUMMER SCHOOL
ADMINISTRATION:
Ms. Leslie Cohen, Principal
Ms. Maura Carroll, Assistant Principal
Mr. John T. Powell
GREAT NECK PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Summer School Program
77 Polo Road
Great Neck, NY 11023
Phone: (516) 441-4575
http://greatnecksummerschool.weebly.com/
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