Nantucket Community School
Nantucket Community School ENGAGING, STRENGTHENING & CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY Early Childhood Educaon Children’s Enrichment Teen Enrichment Adult Educaon & Enrichment Osher Lifelong Learning Instute (OLLI) Nantucket Community Pool Program Guide SPRING 2015 www.nantucketcommunityschool.org • 5082287285 x 5 Nantucket Community School ENGAGING, STRENGTHENING & CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Early Childhood Education Playgroups Kindergarten Readiness Fun Family Activities Children’s Enrichment Baking Science Languages Fitness 2 3 4 4 6 6 6 7 7 Teen Enrichment 10 Adult Education & Enrichment 12 Health & Fitness Art Leadership Business & Careers Computers & Technology Languages Fitness Art Personal Growth & Awareness History Pets Free Workshops Coast Guard First Aid, CPR & AED Certification Classes (Heartsaver® Certification) Like us on Facebook! 10 11 11 12 12 13 14 15 15 16 16 17 18 18 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) 20 HiSET High School Equivalency Test Center 21 Nantucket Community Pool 23 Online Registration 22 Lifeguard Training HydroFitness Aquacise Youth Learn to Swim Lessons Introduction to Water Skills Fundamental Aquatics Skills Stroke Development Stroke Refinement 23 24 24 24 25 25 25 25 Registration Information 29 Instructor Bios Hello Nantucket! 26 Our team at the Nantucket Community School is delighted to share our Winter/Spring brochure filled with enriching classes, fun social activities and meaningful programs and workshops designed to engage, strengthen and connect our island community. Please enjoy perusing our latest brochure and register now! Have an idea for a class? Interested in becoming one of our talented instructors? Please give us a call or shoot us an email. Of course, while our main office is under renovation, you’re always welcome to visit us at our downtown campus at 56 Centre Street. Here’s to another jam-packed season… filled with warm, friendly laughter! Sincerely, Caitlin Waddington Director Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL D I R E C T O RY Main Office: under renovation • Downtown Campus: 56 Centre Street • Contact: 508-228-7285 x 5 Director Caitlin Waddington Translator & Program Assistant Ana Patricia Hull Business Office x 1162 [email protected] Aileen Kitsock x 1352 [email protected] Adult Education & Enrichment Coordinator Janelle D’Aprix x 1571 d’[email protected] Aquatics Director Jim Pignato x 1578 [email protected] Early Childhood Education Coordinator Pauline Cronin x 1166 [email protected] Family Support Specialist & Translator Ana Patricia Hull x 1573 [email protected] Adult Education & Enrichment Community Pool General Pool Questions Early Childhood Education Family Education and Outreach Specialist Child & Adolescent Enrichment Pool Desk Susan Richards x 1573 x 1353 x 1573 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Children’s Enrichment Coordinator Casey Morrow x 1361 [email protected] Extended Day Coordinator Elyse Campbell x 3581 [email protected] Teen Enrichment Coordinator Blair Jannelle DanceWorks Artistic Director Kelly Corbett ACKventure Sports Camp Supervisor Blair Jannelle ACKventure Day Camp Supervisor Casey Morrow x 1576 x 1361 x 1361 x 1576 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Nantucket Community School • Office: 508-228-7285 www.nantucketcommunityschool.org We provide a diverse level of high-quality, affordable programs, encourage life-long personal growth and reach out to all members of the community - spanning every age and stage. Page 1 Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Spring 2015 The Nantucket Community School’s Early Childhood Education programs are made possible through collaboration between the Town of Nantucket, the Nantucket Public Schools and the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. All of our FREE, exciting and enriching programs for children birth to eight years of age are partially funded through the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant. Be sure to join a playgroup, attend a parent education class or come by one of our fun family events! If you have any parenting or brain-building questions about your child, please contact one of our Early Childhood Education Specialists who will assist you or connect you with the pertinent island resource. Our team is here to support ALL island families! Questions? Please contact one of our Early Childhood Education Specialists listed below: Early Childhood Education & Enrichment Coordinator: Pauline Cronin [email protected] 508-228-7285 x1166 Office Hours: M, T, W, TH, F - Drop in or call to schedule an appointment Location: Downtown Campus, 56 Centre Street Family Support Specialist & Translator: Ana Patricia Hull [email protected] 508-228-7285 x1573 Office Hours: M, T, W, TH, F – Drop in or call to schedule an appointment Location: Main Office, 32 First Way Family Education & Outreach Specialist: Susan Richards [email protected] 508-228-7285 x1573 Office Hours: M, T, W, TH – Drop in or call to schedule an appointment Location: Downtown Campus, 56 Centre Street BECOME A BRAIN BUILDER Early Childhood (Advisory) Council - (ECC) For: Parents and family members with children birth to eight years of age and local representatives from child-centered agencies Dates: 1st Wednesday of every month: Mar 4, April 1, May 6, June 3 Time: 4:00 - 5:00 pm Fee: Free Location: 56 Centre Street, Children's Playroom, Room 106 Be a part of our future! Influence the development of our youngest islanders by helping build a solid, equitable foundation for learning across Nantucket Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 2 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL PLAYGROUPS Little Learners with Maria Chirinos Ages: 12 months to 4 years Dates: Saturdays, January 24 - April 18 Time: 10:15 am - 11:15 am Fee: Free Registration: Required. Please call 508-228-7285 x1166 Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s Playroom & Haddon Hall In this playgroup we will explore books, songs and movement in a comfortable space which allows for children to move safely around the room and working on social skills as they interact with their playmates. Saturdays with S.T.A.R. & Tina Steadman Ages: birth - 12 months Dates: Tuesdays, January 13 - April 14 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Fee: Free Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s Playroom, Room 106 This is a special group for parents and their babies from birth to 12 months. Meet other parents with wee ones, begin to explore our downtown campus and learn the benefits of playing with your child. Drop-ins welcomed! Call 508-228-7285 x1166 to secure a spot. Ages: Birth through 4 years Dates: March 7 - April 11 Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am Fee: Free Registration: Required. Please call 508-228-7285 x1166 Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s playroom This playgroup focuses on developmental milestones of early childhood. We will be working on activities that focus on speech, fine/gross motor skills and socialization. If you have any questions about your child’s development or you want to participate in another developmentally rich program, this playgroup is for you! Reading Rocks with Tina Steadman Sandy Toes with Maria Chirinos ‘Play with Me’ with Tracy Roberts Ages: 12 - 36 months Dates: Mondays, January 26 - April 13 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Fee: Free Location: 56 Centre Street, Haddon Hall The most important way that we can help very young children develop literacy skills is to open up the world of language to them. Join our group to explore books, songs, nursery rhymes and play in our weekly structured environment. Read Around the Alphabet with Susan Richards Ages: 24 - 48 months Dates: Wednesdays, January 21 - April 15 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Fee: Free Registration: Required – Please call 508-228-7285 x1166 Location: 56 Centre Street, Haddon Hall As toddlers and children grow, their awareness and styles of literacy exploration change. They are now beginning to recognize that print is something special. This group incorporates fun activities that explore letter recognition, phonics, word play and themed crafts. Page 3 Ages: Birth through 5 years old Dates: May & June (weather permitting) Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Fee: Free Registration: Not required. Just come along! Location: Children’s Beach playground Come and join us at Children’s Beach each week for some fun in the sun! Create new friendships, talk with other parents and connect now for new playdates all summer long! Dress accordingly and don’t forget to bring your beach toys, water and sunscreen! Playground Pals with Tracy Roberts Ages: birth through 5 years Dates: May & June (weather permitting) Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Fee: Free Registration: Not required. Just come along! Location: Winter Park playground on Essex Road Please join us for a fun, outdoor playgroup which will meet at the Winter Park playground on Essex Road. We will offer group games with a focus on peer interaction & playground safety. Pack a snack and we’ll enjoy a story time picnic! Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN READINESS Ready, Set, School Instructors: Susan Richards, Ana Patricia Hull, Tina Steadman Ages: Children entering Kindergarten in September, 2015 & their parents/caregivers Dates: Wednesdays, January 7 - April 15 Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am Fee: Free Registration: Required - please call 508-228-7285 x1166 Location: 56 Centre Street, Early Childhood Room & Haddon Hall This program has been created to strengthen and develop your child’s skills that are crucial to succeed in Kindergarten. Children who will enter Kindergarten in September, 2015 (age 5 by September 1, 2015) and who are not currently enrolled in a daycare/preschool are invited to attend. This is a Parent & Child curriculum-based program that will help children gain the skills necessary to ensure a smooth transition to the school environment. Parent classes occur at the same time as the children’s classes. FUN FAMILY ACTIVITIES Pizza & PJ Storytelling Ages: Families with children birth - 5 years, siblings welcome Date: Friday, March 13 (tentative) Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Fee: Free Registration: Required. Please call 508-228-7285 1166 Location: Nantucket Atheneum This is a special event offered in collaboration with the Nantucket Atheneum. Come dressed in your favorite PJs, enjoy free pizza and snuggle in for a springtime story. This is a fun family activity designed to encourage literacy and family development. Itty Bitty Valentine Ages: birth through 5 years, siblings welcome Date: February 14 Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am Fee: Free Registration: Not required. Location: 56 Centre Street Join us for a Valentine’s Day celebration for our tiniest of Valentines. Games, projects & music for the whole family will start your Valentine’s Day filled with fun! A healthy snack will be provided. Engage • Strengthen • Connect Spring 2015 Polished Dental Ages: Birth through 5 years old Date: June 2015 Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Fee: Free Registration: Required. Registration will open in May. Location: TBA Taking care of your children’s teeth beginning in their first year is essential for good health. The Polished Dental team will provide a dental exam, cleaning, fluoride, sealants, dental health education, a dental health report for the parents, a toothbrush and toothpaste. Help your child enjoy their early experience with the dentist in a comfortable, childfriendly environment. Please visit our website for the latest up-to-date information. StoryWalk® Series Ages: All families, all ages Dates: The month of April Registration: Not necessary, but sign in at the end for a bookmark prize. Location: The walk begins at the Nantucket Atheneum, tours through town and ends at the Nantucket Atheneum. Your family is invited and encouraged to read while enjoying fresh air and saying hi to neighbors while walking through picturesque Nantucket. The story will be provided page by page on the store windows of collaborating island businesses. Spanish Translation is available. The StoryWalk Project was originally created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont and developed in collaboration with the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. FAMILY CONNECTION & EDUCATION Thursday Morning Parents Circle with Pauline Cronin For: All families & children Dates: Thursday, January 15 - April 16 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Fee: Free Registration: Not required - Drop-ins welcome! Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s Playroom When parents and families have the support and resources they need to facilitate their children’s healthy development they can build a strong foundation for future growth. Come and connect with other parents to discuss child development, education, nutrition and other related topics. This is in a casual and relaxed environment. Page 4 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL New classes may be added throughout the coming months. Please visit our website www.nantucketcommunityschool.org to view all that your Community School has to offer. Smart Money (for English speakers) For: All parents and caregivers Dates: Wednesdays, March 11, 18 & 25 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Location: 56 Centre Street, Lang Classroom Registration: Required Babysitting & dinner available with registration This is a 3-night class. Have you ever wanted to learn some tricks to budgeting? Or, hoped to save a little more at the end of each month? Facilitators will review various topics to help everyone feel more comfortable with monthly budgeting. Childbirth Education – A Bootcamp for New Dads For: Expectant Dads & Dads with Newborns Date: February 19 & March 19 Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fee: Free Registration: Required. Please call 508-228-7285 xx1166 Location: 56 Centre Street This is a special group for new dads run by a certified Veteran Dad! Learn from a Dad what it’s really like to be a new dad and how they can help themselves and their partner through the early days of parenting. This class is part of the Childbirth Education series offered by Nantucket Cottage Hospital. However, you do not need to participate in the whole series to attend the Bootcamp for New Dads. A book will be provided to each participant upon completion of the class. Growing Families - New Born Care with Sunny Daily For: Expectant families and/or families with newborns Dates: Tuesdays, April 28 & May 5 Time: TBD Fee: Free Registration: Required. Please call 508-228-7285 x1166 Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s Playroom & Sunporch Becoming a parent is a time of great growth and change. Gain new skills to help you feel prepared to care for your amazing newborn. Learn about preparing for your baby's arrival, your baby's senses in the first few weeks, how your baby communicates, the importance of playing, bathing and care, hunger cures, feeding, growth spurts, nighttime parenting, how to take your baby's temperature, when to call the doctor, new mother care and much more! Page 5 La Leche League For: All women and their babies welcome! Dates: 3rd Friday of each month; January 16, February 20, March 20 & April 24 Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am Fee: Free Registration: Not necessary Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s Playroom & Porch La Leche League’s Mission is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother. The local volunteer Leader is an experienced breastfeeding mother who has been accredited by La Leche League International and has access to the latest breastfeeding information. Kinship Care For: Relatives raising grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins Dates: 2nd Wednesday of every month; March 11, April 8, May 13 & June 10 Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Fee: Free Registration: Required. Please call 508-228-7285 x1573 Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s Porch If you are raising your grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins or your siblings, you are not alone! This group can provide information and resources, as well as support. Join us to ask questions and share your thoughts and experiences. Please call now and let us know if you are interested. Early Childhood (Advisory) Council – (ECC) For: All interested parents & caregivers and local representatives from child-centered agencies. Dates: the 1st Wednesday of every month; March 4, April 1, May 6 & June 3 Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Fee: Free Registration: Only required if childcare is needed. Please call 508-228-7285 x1166 Location: Early Childhood Room, Sun porch & conference room This is an advisory group for anyone who is interested in becoming more involved with influencing Early Childhood Education across the island. Be a part of our future! Influence the development of our youngest islanders by helping build a solid, equitable foundation for early childhood learning. Want to advocate for new ideas and programs? Have a talent you wish to share? Join this great group of people and be ready to turn your ideas into reality! Nantucket Community School Engaging, Strengthening & Connecting our Community Engage • Strengthen • Connect Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL BAKING Baking with Robin! Grades: K - 3 Instructor: Robin Manning Dates: Tuesdays, Session I: January 27 – March 31 (no class 2/17 and 2/24) Session II: April 7 – June 2 Time: 2:45pm - 4:00pm Fee: $150 Materials Fee: $25 to be paid directly to the instructor. Location: Nantucket Elementary School, Blue Cluster Come learn how to bake some of your favorite recipes. From the sweet to the savory, Ms. Robin looks forward to teaching your child some great recipes. Children will receive a recipe filled cookbook at the end of Robin Manning has been calling Nantucket home since 2006. A mother to two active daughters, Robin’s primary focus is in the health and wellness field. She has been involved in many on island activities from leading a Girl Scout troop to coaching middle school field hockey. We are very excited to welcome Robin to our NCS team! Engage • Strengthen • Connect SCIENCE Blast Off! Grades: 3 – 5 Instructor: Kim Botelho Dates: Mondays, April 7- June 2 Time: 2:45 PM - 03:45 PM Fee: $100 Materials Fee: $30 to be paid directly to the instructor. Location: Nantucket Elementary School, Art Room Children discover the wonders of flight and space exploration during this hands-on after school series. The fun begins by constructing and flying paper airplanes to learn about the science of flight, gravity and the atmosphere on Earth, Mars and the Moon. They then move on to rockets propelled by air, water, vinegar and baking soda and more. The series ends with students assembling and launching their own mini-engine model rockets that they will get to take home with them. Page 6 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL FITNESS LANGUAGES Español Divertido Grades: 1 – 5 Instructor: Maria Chirinos Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays Session I: January 26 – March 16 Mondays and Wednesdays Session II: March 23 - May 6 (excluding 4/ 20 and 4/22) Time: 2:45 – 3:45 Fee: $175 Location: Nantucket Elementary School, Blue Cluster *Please note that this class meets twice a week* Join Maria Chirinos for this fun, hands-on enrichment course designed for students who have little to no previous knowledge of Spanish. Each class will emphasize the development of foundational reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills while exploring the rich culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will participate in whole-class activities that will expand their knowledge and love of both Spanish as a language and as a culture. Jazz/Hip Hop - An Introduction Grades: 2-5 Instructor: Daeira Bell Dates: Session I: Wednesdays, February 4 - April 8 (excluding 3/18) Session II: April – June, Specific Dates TBD Time: 3:15 – 4:00 Fee: $130 Location: Nantucket Elementary School, Music Room Calling all dancers! DanceWorks is offering a short term class for budding dancers. This class will introduce students to the basic moves of jazz/hip hop dance. Emphasis will be on building body awareness, self-confidence, strength, flexibility and musicality. Participants will be given step by step instruction while repeating large simple moves with fun music, exercises and short dance combinations. Dancers should wear tight-fitting athletic clothing that will not inhibit movement. Jazz-shoes are encouraged, but not required. Long hair should be pulled back off the face. Quick Start Tennis Grades: K - 5 Instructor: Mike Harter Dates: Saturdays, April 4 - June 13 (excluding 4/18, 4/25 & 5/9) Time: 8:45 - 9:30 Grades: K-1 9:45 - 10:30 Grades: 2-5 Fee: $150 All levels welcome!! Come and play 10 and Under Tennis with Coach Mike Harter. According to the USTA QuickStart Tennis play format fosters proper technique and enhances strategy. QuickStart Tennis uses adjusted court size, balls and net height to allow children to successfully learn the game of tennis in a fast, encouraging format. Page 7 Engage • Strengthen • Connect Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Tennis at the Jetties We are here to meet all of your tennis needs this 2015 season. Youth camp, private instruction, racquet rentals, court reservations and more! Dates: Times: Private instruction: Youth Camp: Court Reservations: Rentals: May 18-September 8 8:00AM-8:00PM Our team of highly qualified tennis instructors will be teaching lessons beginning May 18 through September 8 Camps available for ages 5-13 years: Monday-Friday June 29-August 28 Call to schedule your court reservations beginning in May. Reservations are available for singles and doubles. All day racquet rentals! Nantucket Community School ENGAGING, STRENGTHENING & CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY ACKventure Sports & Day Camps Technology Soccer Gymnastics Lacrosse Tennis Rugby for children ages 3-19 What ACKventure awaits your child this summer? Dance T-Ball Basketball Football Disc Golf And more! Play games, explore nature, hit the beach, create art, swim, run and laugh! Summer 2015 (June 29-August 29) Registration opens March 2 Building Strong Kids and Great Memories! Nantucket Community School ENGAGING, STRENGTHENING & CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY For information call 508-228-7285 x1576 or x1361, visit our website at www.nantucketcommunityschool.org Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 8 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Nantucket Community School invites you to nominate an individual you would like to see recognized at our Nantucket’s Advocates for Children Awards Celebration Dinner Thursday, May 7th • 5:30-9:00pm This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have enriched the lives of our Nantucket children and families. CALL FOR NOMINATIONS! Due by March 29, 2015 Nantucket Community School ENGAGE • STRENGTHEN • To nominate an award recipient, please submit a detailed description of the individual’s exceptional level of commitment and extraordinary support to our children. Please remember to include contact information for you and for your nominee. CONNECT www.nantucketcommunityschool.org The deadline for nominations is March 20, 2015. Questions? Contact Janelle D’Aprix at 508-228-7285 x1162 or [email protected] Email your nomination by March 21, 2015 to [email protected] (preferred) or send via U.S. post to: Nantucket Community School 10 Surfside Rd. Nantucket, MA 02554. You are encouraged to register early! This will hold your spot and help ensure that the class runs! Page 9 Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL HEALTH & FITNESS Tennis – Teen Clinics with Michael Harter Dates: Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 28; May 5, 12, 19. (No clinics on Tuesday April 21) Time: Grades 6-8 3:00-3:50 pm Grades 9-12 4:00-4:50 pm Fee: $150 Location: Jetties Beach Tennis Courts All levels welcome, join us this Spring and enhance your tennis skills. This session will be taught by USPTA certified tennis instructor, Michael Harter. Please bring a tennis racquet and wear athletic sneakers and comfortable clothing. We can provide a tennis racquet, if needed. We will reschedule if inclement weather occurs. Nantucket Babysitting Workshop Spring 2015 Healthy Eating & Cooking to Benefit Your Well Being with Robin Manning Dates/Time/Location: TBD Ages: Grades 6-9 & 9-12 Fee: $125 This healthy eating class will teach you great alternative ways to cook that will benefit your well-being and increase the nutritional value of each meal. Certified health and fitness coach, Robin Manning, will share with you what she has learned and help put you on the path of healthy eating. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date class information. Spring Fitness Classes with Robin Manning Dates: Wednesday March 4 - Wednesday April 15 Time: 4-4:45 pm Grades 6-8 5-5:45 pm Grades 9-12 Ages: Grades 6-8 & 9-12 Fee: $100 This conditioning class is designed to tone and improve fitness. This class will incorporate the use of light weights and exercise geared towards producing a sweat and improving health and self-esteem in a comfortable and fun setting. If you are looking to get in shape before April break this class is perfect for you! Please visit our website for the most up-to-date class information. Date: Saturday, March 14 Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Ages: 12yrs - 15yrs Fee: $100 Location: 56 Centre Street – 016 Haddon Hall In this class, future babysitters will be taught the basics of fundamental child care along with household safety tips. This class is provided by local, on-island American Heart Association ® Instructors, healthcare professionals and public safety officers. Participants will be taught critical skills and knowledge needed to manage and respond to a possible emergency. Successful participants will receive certification in Heartsaver ® CPR/AED and First Aid. Please bring a bag lunch. Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 10 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL ART Interior Design with Maria Chirinos Date: Tuesday March 3 - Thursday April 10 Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Grades: 6-8 Fee: $150 Location: CPS 19 This class will cover the principles of design and color theory. It will be a two-part process that incorporates an educational aspect of interior design with the physical art and designing process. Students will design their dream bedroom with provided art supplies. At the completion of the class they will have a final draft of their bedroom to keep. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date class information. Upcycled Fashion with Eileen Fairley Dates/Time: TBD Grades: 6-8 & 9-12 Fee: TBD Location: NHS 104 (TBD) Students will learn how to create one of a kind clothes and accessories using existing clothing and materials. Instructor Eileen Fairley will teach students how to customize by incorporating techniques such as appliqué and felting. Projects will begin from scratch using recycled fabric, and the class will conclude with a fun final project involving unconventional materials! Through studying different ways to reuse materials, students will discover that having new clothes and accessories does not have to be wasteful or expensive! Please visit our website for the most up-to-date class information. LEADERSHIP Y.E.L.L. – Youth Empowering Lasting Leadership Facilitators: Sergeant Kevin Marshall, Caitlin Waddington, Blair Jannelle & Cathy Kelly Grades: 6-8 Day/Time: Every other Tuesday 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Dates: February 10; March 10, 24; April 14, 28; May 12, 26; June 9 Location: Meet at CPS then to the NCS office at 32 First Way Fee: Free Y.E.L.L. Is a leadership program open to all students in the 6th, 7th & 8th grades. Community leaders present information to the participants and afterwards students have a chance to react and share their thoughts on the various topics. This spring we will also be going on some great field trips! This program is facilitated in collaboration with the Nantucket Police Department, the Nantucket Community School & ASAP Nantucket and is funded, in part, through the Drug Free Communities grant. Nantucket Business Initiative Facilitator: Blair Jannelle Grades: 9-12 Day/Time: Every other Thursday 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Dates: February 5, 19; March 5, 19; April 2, 16, 30; May 14, 28; June 11 Location: NHS LGI The mission of the Nantucket Business Initiative (NBI) is to give the youth of Nantucket a resource to learn about business and a base education to start their own. At Nantucket High School, there are limited options for business classes. The NBI looks to fill the void by combining a traditional high school club setting with the influential business atmosphere of Nantucket. The three main activities of the initiative are, listening to local business guest speakers, attending business oriented events and giving back to the community through volunteer service with the goal to build business skills for participants. NBI meets every other Thursday after school in the NHS LGI and will have a speaker some days while on others we will explore the world of finance or strategize about potential business ventures amongst members with the long term goal to foster the ability to succeed in business. New classes may be added throughout the coming months. Please visit our website www.nantucketcommunityschool.org to view all that your Community School has to offer. Page 11 Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL BUSINESS & CAREER Real Estate Sales Pre-License – A Pre-Licensure Program with David Harris Dates: Fridays and Saturdays, May 1 & 2 and May 8 & 9 Time: 8:00am-6:00pm Fee: $549 Materials Fee: $25 for texts and handouts, payable to the Nantucket Community School Location: 56 Centre Street, Conference Room, Room 107 This 40-hour course prepares you for the State License exam. Materials will be presented in a thorough and easy-to-understand manner. Topics will cover the areas necessary for successful completion of the MA State Real Estate Exam and will meet the MA Board of Registration license requirements. Sellers, first-time home buyers and investors will benefit from this course. Spring 2015 Introduction to Microsoft Office with Jennifer Erichsen Date: Thursday, February 12 (Session 1) Thursday, March 19 (Session 2) Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm Fee: $75 Location: 56 Centre Street, Computer Lab, Room 008 This class is designed for the NEW computer user and will be an introduction to Microsoft Office. Jenn will provide an overview of how to create documents and presentations. It will include training in Word and PowerPoint, a review of Publisher Templates and Excel. The only prerequisite is that you know how to turn on your computer! Class is available to the first 13 registrants, so enroll early! COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY Introduction to Microsoft Excel with Kristina Jelleme Dates: Tuesday and Wednesday, March 31 & April 1 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Fee: $99 Location: 56 Centre Street, Computer Lab, Room 008 In this 2-part class, learn how to use Excel to create and edit spreadsheets. Topics will include a walk-through of the Excel interface, creating and editing various types of spreadsheets, using different formulas, creating charts and basic sorting and filtering of data. Class is available to the first 13 registrants, so enroll early! Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 12 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Introduction to QuickBooks with Terry Sjoo Date: Saturday and Sunday, April 11 & 12 Time: 10:00am-5:00pm (there will be a break for lunch) Fee: $325 Location: 56 Centre Street, Computer Lab, Room 008 Learn the basic functions of QuickBooks from setting up your company to invoicing customers to paying your bills. Each student is assigned a computer station. This is a 12-hour class conveniently offered over one weekend. This course is set at a pace for students with computer skills and experience in other Office type software such as Word or Excel. Please bring a flash drive for the back-up process instruction. Please note: The Payroll feature of QuickBooks is not included in this course. Lesson 1: We will create a QuickBooks company, manage the chart of accounts and review security features and preferences. We will discuss the difference between cash & accrual basis accounting as it impacts your QuickBooks Company. We will also review the Customer & Vendor Centers. Lesson 2: We will cover CUSTOMERS – customers vs. jobs, creating items (to sell), sales receipts, estimates, invoices, credit memos, refunds, receiving payments and making deposits. We will also review an Accounts Receivable report (customers who owe you money). Lesson 3: We will cover VENDORS – writing checks, entering bills and bill credits, paying bills and applying bill credits, credit card charges and making payment to a credit card. We will create a memorized transaction and review an Unpaid Bills Report (Accounts Payable). Lesson 4: We will go through a ‘mock’ BANK RECONCILIATION, how to pay sales/meals tax and how to create 1099M’s at end of year. We will briefly review the Balance Sheet & Income Statement. Class is available to the first 13 students, so register early. Introduction to Photoshop with Joe Ferrigno Dates: Wednesdays, May 6 – May 27 Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm Fee: $150 Location: 56 Centre Street, Computer Lab, Room 008 This four session introductory Photoshop class is recommended for beginning Photoshop users and is the entry level to Photoshop. In this Photoshop course you will learn how to properly use Photoshop's tools, discover how to retouch and manipulate photographic images, as well as receive an introduction to photographic imaging work processes. Experienced Photoshop users, with no formal training, can also benefit from this class as tips, tricks, keyboard shortcuts and foundation skills are covered throughout this class. Page 13 LANGUAGES French for Beginners with Joan Hull Dates: Thursdays, March 5 – March 26 (Session 1) Time: 9:30am-10:45pm Fee: $85 Materials fee: $10 payable directly to the instructor Location: 56 Centre Street, Lang Classroom, Room 20 Dates: Fridays, April 9 – May 21 (Session 2 – no class April 23) Time: 9:30am-10:45pm Fee: $125 Materials fee: $10 payable directly to the instructor Location: 56 Centre Street, Lang Classroom, Room 203 This course is designed for newbies. It is fun, relaxed and never intimidating. If you always wanted to learn some French vocabulary and phrases, something of French culture and, of course, how to order in a French restaurant, then sign up! We will also practice many of the core-essential sounds of this beautiful language. Class available to the first 12 registrants. French for Intermediates with Joan Hull Dates: Fridays, March 6 – March 27 (Session 1) Time: 9:30am-10:45pm Fee: $85 Materials fee: $10 payable directly to the instructor Location: 56 Centre Street, Lang Classroom, Room 203 Dates: Fridays, April 10 – May 22 (Session 2 – no class April 24) Time: 9:30am-10:45pm Fee: $125 Materials fee: $10 payable directly to the instructor Location: 56 Centre Street, Lang Classroom, Room 203 If you have already studied a few semesters of French - even if it was a few years ago - this is the level for you! We will work on grammatical concepts, dialogues, French songs and helpful vocabulary and phrases for travelers. Short articles will be read as a basis for Q & A in order to expand comprehension. And, as needed, we will refresh your French pronunciation by targeting core-essential vowel and consonant sounds. Class available to the first 12 registrants. This brochure is provided to the general public as a convenience and as a source of information. Please note that the Nantucket Community School reserves the right to add, revise or cancel classes. Please visit our website for the most up to date program information. Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Conversational French with Joan Hull Dates: Fridays, March 6 – March 27 (Session 1) Time: 11:00am-12:00pm Fee: $55 Materials fee: $10 payable directly to the instructor Location: 56 Centre Street, Lang Classroom, Room 203 Dates: Fridays, April 10 – May 22 (Session 2 – no class April 24) Time: 11:00am-12:0pm Fee: $75 Materials fee: $10 payable directly to the instructor Location: 56 Centre Street, Lang Classroom, Room 203 Join ce groupe convivial for lively, informal conversation based on personal sharing, short reading, songs, games and websites. Classes are geared for those who already understand and speak French. Class available to the first 12 registrants. FITNESS Moving to the Music of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s! Dates: Mondays and Thursdays, March 9 – June 21* *Class will not meet on NPS School Closure Days nor on April 16 and April 27. Time: 5:00 pm-6:00 pm Fee: $180.00 (Cost of class will be pro-rated based on start date) Location: Nantucket Elementary School, Gymnasium Aerobics, weights, stretchy bands and fun lively music combine in this feel-good physical fitness class. All are welcome - regardless of fitness level or physical issues. Your workout can be modified to ensure comfort and fun! Joanne Damours is one of our newest fitness leaders. Although Joanne did not grow up on the island, she is a Nantucketer. All aspects of healthy living have been her passion for many years. She has participated in a variety of sports, especially the martial arts, and is currently the Island’s Weight Watchers leader. Joanne also teaches aerobics and weights at the Saltmarsh Senior Center on Washington Street. Welcome to the team, Joanne! Nantucket Community School Engaging, Strengthening & Connecting our Community Engage • Strengthen • Connect Spring 2015 Weight Watchers Meetings: Learn How to Lose Weight and Keep it Off! Dates: Tuesdays, September 9, 2014 – June 19, 2015* *Class will not meet on NPS School Closure Days. Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Nantucket High School, Cafeteria Making the positive changes to lose weight and to keep it off is easier than ever. With Weight Watchers, each week you have a confidential weigh-in to help you track your progress. You’ll learn how to make wise choices, eat healthy and enjoy food and exercise. Every week you get new tips and program materials to help you. You also benefit from the exchange of tips, recipes and others’ practical experiences. Visit www.weightwatchers.com for more information. Tennis anyone? Calling All Adults (18+) Head down to Jetties Beach... Call 508-325-5334 to reserve a court Sign up for private lessons Check out the youth clinics, too! May 18 - September 8 Nantucket Community School ENGAGING, STRENGTHENING & CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY Page 14 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Past Life Regression with Nancy Canning ART The Art of Flower Arranging with David H. Handy Date: Thursday, March 19 Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fee: $40 Materials Fee: $30 to be paid directly to the instructor Location: 56 Centre Street, Haddon Hall, Room 106 Have you ever had floral mishaps that made you wish you knew more about creating the perfect arrangement? In this two-hour course, you’ll be given priceless tips, along with all the tools you’ll need, from event designer, David M. Handy. David will share with you the fundamentals of floral design. We promise that if you focus on the basics, you’ll have gorgeous centerpieces that last longer than you could imagine. Gather your friends and make this your Fun Night Out! Space is limited - sign up now! Dates: Thursday, April 9 Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm Fee: $50 Location: 56 Centre Street, Community School Porch, Room 106 Have you ever wondered who you've been in previous lives? Are you inexplicably drawn to a certain era or place in history? Do you know people who you feel you've known before? Have you ever felt instantly at home in a place you're visiting for the first time? These may be memories from past lives. Bring along some friends and join us in this fun, experiential workshop where you just might journey back into a previous life! Nancy’s talents and extraordinary regression methods have been featured on Fox 25. We are pleased to host her return to Nantucket to lead this popular class. For your comfort, please bring a blanket and pillow. Your Life’s Calling: Getting unstuck and fulfilling your life lessons with Nancy Canning Date: Thursday, April 16 Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm Fee: $50 Location: 56 Centre Street, Community School Porch, Room 106 Nancy, a renowned Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, will lead you through the discovery process of how and why your formed your limiting beliefs in childhood. You’ll be taught techniques for releasing their hold on your life so that you can get unstuck. Nancy will show you how to recognize life lessons and will show you a pathway to create the future you desire. This class will be taught around her newly published book, Your Life’s Calling, available in paperback and eBook from amazon.com. PERSONAL GROWTH & AWARENESS Beginner’s Meditation with Lama Yeshe Palmo Dates: Wednesdays, April 8 – May 6 (No class on April 22) Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm Fee: $125 (Walk-ins are welcome - $35 per evening) Location: 56 Centre Street, Community School Porch, Room 106 Feel inner peace even when you are not in peaceful situations. It is one thing to try meditation now and then, another to learn and practice the techniques that stabilize your feeling of inner calm so that it carries throughout your day. In this 5-week class, you will learn traditional Tibetan Buddhist meditation methods using a question and answer format, plus detailed instruction and practice. Page 15 Engage • Strengthen • Connect Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL HISTORY Nantucket History: How the Past Shapes the Present Day with Jeremy Slavitz and John McGuinness Dates: Wednesdays, March 25 – May 20 (No class on April 22) Time: 6:30-8:00pm Fee: $125 Location: 56 Centre Street, Ayers Classroom, Room 212 Designed for anyone who wants to develop a deeper understanding of Nantucket’s past and how that past shapes the present day, this course explores the history of the island from its glacial beginnings to its current iteration as a resort community. Presented by Jeremy Slavitz and John McGuiness, designers and co-teachers of the Local History Class at Nantucket High School, this class has something for both the Nantucket native hoping to reconnect with their history and the “round the pointer” wanting to learn about this special island. For Educators: This class may be taken for 20 professional development credits. Love, American-Style: The History of Sexuality in America with Janet Schulte Dates: Tuesdays, March 17 – April 14 Time: 6:00-7:30pm Fee: $85 Location: 56 Centre Street, Ayers Classroom, Room 212 This class provides a broad review of U.S. History from the colonial period to the present, through the lens of sexual behaviors and attitudes. Students will read texts from individuals and organizations from each time period. Our discussions will consider the impact of social, economic and political changes on sexual norms and behavior, gender roles, family structure and the market place. Key topics discussed will include: Changing gender roles and their impact on relationships Courtship and marriage The evolution of birth control and abortion The role of medicine and politics in defining appropriate norms and forms of sexuality Social communities and subcultures defined by alternative sexual behaviors and so-called “deviant” forms of sexuality. Weekly readings and classroom discussion can be expected. Text Required: Documenting Intimate Matters: Primary Sources for a History of Sexuality in America. Ed by Thomas A. Foster 2012 ($20 cloth from Amazon, Barnes and Noble or University of Chicago). If this will be a hardship for you, please contact the Community School office. Engage • Strengthen • Connect PETS Dog Training for Beginners – Level 1 with Joyce Jaskula Dates: Tuesdays, March 10 – March 31 (Session 1) Wednesdays, April 29 – May 20 (Session 2) Tuesdays, May 26 – June 16 (Session 3) Time: 5:00pm-5:50pm Fee: $150 Location: Nantucket High School, Front Lobby This is a four-class course where owners will learn all the necessary skills to train their dogs in a humane manner using positive reinforcement. Skills learned will be Sit, Down, Attention, Come, Stay and loose leash walking. We'll also discuss any problems you may be experiencing. If time allows, we'll learn door manners, Leave it and Drop it. The basics of learning and behavior will be provided in handouts. Please note: Attendance to the first class is necessary to continue. This is not a class for aggressive dogs, reactive dogs or dogs with a history of biting either a person or another animal. Please include your email address when you enroll to receive the list of items to bring to class or stop by the Community School Office. If class is full at the time you register, please place yourself on the wait list. We just may open up a 6pm class. Dog Training for Humans with Joyce Jaskula Dates: Tuesdays, March 10 – March 31 (Session 1) Wednesdays, April 29 – May 20 (Session 2) Tuesdays, May 26 – June 16 (Session 3) Time: 5:00pm-5:50pm Fee: $75 Location: Nantucket High School, Front Lobby Do you have a reactive or aggressive dog that isn't ready for a group class with others, but you as an owner, want tips on training? Or maybe you want some tips on training before you get your new puppy? Then join Joyce Jaskula's Dog Training class! You can observe the class, participate in discussions and receive all the handouts. FINALLY, a dog training class that will provide beneficial information to you without the distraction of how your dog may react to other dogs or people. You are encouraged to register early! This will hold your spot and help ensure that the class runs! Page 16 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Farmers & Artisans Market-Vendor Workshops with Sustainable Nantucket Fun and Easy Tricks for your Dog – with Joyce Jaskula Dates: Tuesdays, May 26 – June 16 (Session 3) Time: 6:00pm-6:50pm Fee: $150 Location: Nantucket High School, Front Lobby Have fun as you continue training your dog in this NEW class with Joyce Jaskula. Joyce will teach you what you need to know for your dog to be the life of the party. Your beloved pet is sure to impress your family and friends with Meet & Greet, Spin, Stand, Rally O and more! FREE WORKSHOPS Homebuyer Education with Housing Nantucket Dates: Wednesdays, April 8 – April 29 (No class on April 22) Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: This is a free workshop Location: Nantucket High School, LGI Housing Nantucket is certified by the Massachusetts Homeownership Collaborative to instruct the CHAPA First-Time Home Buyer Education class. This class fulfills the "first-time homebuyer Ed" requirement of SoftSecond, MassHousing and FHA loans among others. In this ninehour course, prospective home buyers learn about the entire home buying process including how to deal with credit issues, working with a real estate agent, applying for a mortgage and more. Presentations, tests and handouts are available online at www.housingnantucket.org. Please register for this workshop directly with Housing Nantucket. Date: Monday, March 23 Time: 6:00pm Cost: This is a free workshop Location: 56 Centre Street, Front Parlor The Sustainable Nantucket Farmers and Artisans Market begins its 9th season this year! The Market is an island tradition and many islanders have found the Market to be an excellent source for supplementary income. In many cases, the market has been a springboard for small business owners who have gone on to open storefronts on-island and online. The Market is open to all Nantucket residents, seasonal and yearround. All items sold must be grown or produced on Nantucket. The vendor categories include: Value-Added Food Producers, Growers, Artisans, Mixed Vendors and Youth Vendors (ages 11-18). In partnership with the Nantucket Community School, Sustainable Nantucket is pleased to provide you with the basic overview of the Market during a convenient one-evening workshop. This class will cover everything from Market rules, regulations and requirements; application deadlines and necessary forms; what to expect on Market day; sales, tax, insurance, Board of Health requirements and more. Through a panel discussion and Q & A period, participants will learn the process, materials and the time commitment required to become a vendor. The panel will be comprised of a grower, an artisan, a value-added vendor and the Market Manager. Join us to find out if the Farmers and Artisans Market is the venue for you! Potential Youth Vendors are welcome to attend if accompanied by an adult. Kinship Care for Relatives Raising Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews & Cousins For: Relatives raising grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins Dates: 2nd Wednesday of every month; March 11, April 8, May 13 & June 10 Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Fee: Free Registration: Required. Please call 508-228-7285 x1573 Location: 56 Centre Street, Children’s Porch If you are a relative raising grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, or your siblings, you are not alone! This group can provide information and resources, as well as support. Come and share your thoughts, experiences and questions. Please let us know you are interested. Thanks to a generous grant from the Nantucket Community Foundation, Housing Nantucket is able to provide this class to the community free of charge. Page 17 Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL COAST GUARD Coast Guard Auxiliary Boating Course: Boating Skills & Seamanship, 14th Edition Presented by Nantucket’s Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-7 With Maurice Gibbs and Ethan McMorrow Dates: Wednesdays, April 1 – May 13 Time: 7:00-9:00pm Cost: $35 payable at the first class Location: Training Room, CG Station Brant Point, 10 Easton Street This course covers all the fundamentals of safe boating with an understanding of federal and state boating regulations, required equipment, boat handling and the basics of Aids to Navigation. Basic knowledge of navigation charts, use of VHF radio and marlinspike seamanship will also be included. Youth from the ages of 12-16 years old who wish to obtain a state boating license to operate a power boat are required to take this course. For questions and to register, please call: Maurice Gibbs at 508-228-1154. Spring 2015 FIRST AID, CPR & AED CERTIFICATION CLASSES (HEARTSAVER® CERTIFICATION) CPR & AED Certification Dates: Monday, March 23 (Session 1) Monday, April 27 (Session 2) Monday, May 25 (Session 3) Monday, June 8 (Session 4) Monday, June 22 (Session 5) Time: 6:00-8:00pm Cost: $30 Location: Nantucket High School Cafeteria or Cyrus Peirce Middle School Cafeteria The American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR & AED teaches rescuers to effectively recognize and treat adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary emergencies in the critical first minutes until emergency services personnel arrive. Registrants will learn to perform CPR for adults, children and infants (including using barrier devices); relief of choking in adults, children and infants and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Responders such as parents, day care providers, camp counselors and others designated to have a duty to respond to medical emergencies because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements are invited to attend. The complete course is delivered in three parts. Please note that Part 1 is to be paid for and undertaken independently by the student prior to the start of class. After successful online completion of part 1, students must meet with an AHA Instructor to complete parts 2 and 3 - hands-on skills practice session and skills test. See enrollment instructions on next page. Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 18 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL How to Enroll In Heartsaver® Certification Classes: Each course is delivered in three parts. After successfully completing part 1 (online portion of class), students must meet with an AHA Instructor to complete parts 2 and 3 (with Nantucket Community School) for the hands-on skills practice session and the skills test. Please note that Part 1 is to be paid for and undertaken independently by the student prior to the start of class. HERE ARE THE STEPS: 1. Purchase the Heartsaver ® course at www.onlineaha.org. Click on “Course Catalog”. Scroll down to “Workplace Training”. Choose the pertinent course and complete. Please be sure to complete the optional infant module of the online portion. It is included in the cost of the online program and will be part of your test. Print the Certification Completion for Part 1. 2. Register with the Nantucket Community School for the skills practice and testing session. (Parts 2 and 3) Bring your Heartsaver ® Part 1 Online Certificate of Completion to the skills and testing session. Certification cards will be issued after successful completion of the practice and skills test. First Aid, CPR & AED Certification Dates: Monday, March 23 (Session 1) Monday, April 27 (Session 2) Monday, May 25 (Session 3) Monday, June 8 (Session 4) Monday, June 22 (Session 5) Time: 6:00-8:00pm Cost: $40 Location: Nantucket High School Cafeteria or Cyrus Peirce Middle School Cafeteria The American Heart Association Heartsaver® FIRST AID, CPR & AED teaches rescuers to effectively recognize and treat adult, child and infant cardiopulmonary emergencies in the critical first minutes until emergency services personnel arrive. Registrants will learn to perform CPR for adults, children and infants; relief of choking in adults, children and infants and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Participants will also learn general principles of emergency care, medical emergencies, environmental emergencies and injuries. Responders such as parents, day care providers, camp counselors and others designated to have a duty to respond to medical emergencies because of job responsibilities or regulatory requirements are invited to attend. The complete course is delivered in three parts. Please note that Part 1 is to be paid for and undertaken independently by the student prior to the start of class. After successful online completion of part 1, students must meet with an AHA Instructor to complete parts 2 and 3 - hands-on skills practice session and skills test. See enrollment instructions following this description. Page 19 Please note: Bring your Heartsaver® Certificate of Completion to the skills session. You will NOT be eligible for the skills practice and testing session if you do NOT have your Certificate of Completion. Use of American Heart Association materials in an educational course does not represent course sponsorship by the American Heart Association. Any fees charged for such a course, except for a portion of fees needed for AHA course material, do not represent income to the Association. If several members of your organization need or would like Heartsaver® Certification, please contact Janelle D’Aprix at 508-228-7285 x 5 to set up a private training. Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Spring 2015 OLLI HAS A NEW HOME WITH THE NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT 56 CENTRE STREET The Osher Lifelong Learning Program (OLLI) at UMass Boston has a home with the Nantucket Community School @56 Centre Street - its newest off-site location. Adults age 50 and over in Nantucket can join OLLI and participate in video conference courses and BrownBag broadcasts from the UMass Boston campus along with onsite programs. To receive more information, please contact Janelle D’Aprix, Adult Education Coordinator, Nantucket Community School at 508.228.7285 x1571 or email [email protected] or visit the OLLI website at www.OLLI.umb.edu. MONDAY Arsenal of Democracy: America and World War II (Video Conference) 7 Mondays, 4/27 – 6/15, 10:00–11:30 a.m. Physics without Fear (Video Conference) 5 Mondays, 3/9–4/6, 10:00–11:30 a.m. East Versus West (Video Conference) 6 Mondays, 3/16–4/13, 1:15–2:45 p.m. TUESDAY From Weimer to Hitler: Germany 1919-1945 (Video Conference) 8 Tuesdays, 3/24 – 5/19 (no class on 4/21), 10:00–11:30 a.m. The Great War: Four Years of War, A Century of Controversy (Video Conference) 8 Tuesdays, 9/16–11/4, 2:00–3:30 p.m. THURSDAY Inside the Apollo Project (Video Conference) 5 Thursdays, 3/18 –4/16, 10:00–1:30 a.m. Vietnam 1945-1985: What Really Happened? (Video Conference) 5 Thursdays, 4/30 – 6/4 (no class on5/14), 10:00–1:30 a.m. Discover Thailand: The Land of Contradictions and Beauty (Video Conference) 5 Thursdays, 4/30 – 6/4 (no class on5/14), 1:15–2:45 p.m. ON-SITE COURSE: Great Books Tuesdays, 1:15 - 2:45pm, beginning in March. Dates to be confirmed. WEDNESDAY Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Video Conference) 5 Wednesdays, 4/1–4/29, 1:15-2:45 p.m. History or Mystery 12: Agatha Christie (Part 1) (Video Conference) 5 Wednesdays, 5/6–6/10 (no class on 5/27), 1:15-2:45 p.m. Visit www.umb.edu/olli to enroll and for class updates. Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 20 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL H I G H S C H O O L E Q U I VA L E N C Y T E S T C E N T E R THE MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION IS NOW USING THE HISET EXAMINATION TO MEASURE HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY, REPLACING THE GED TEST. What is HiSET? HiSET, formally The GED®, consists of 5 tests designed to measure your knowledge and skills in Math, Science, Reading, Writing and Social Studies. It is a test of high school equivalency. How Do I Register? Register for the HiSET website: www.hiset.ets/test_takers When do HiSET tests take place? How can I prepare? Visit the HiSET website (www.hiset.ets/test_takers). The website contains information about what to expect on the test along with recommendations for study materials and free practice tests. Please call Janelle D’Aprix, Chief Examiner, with any questions at 508-228-7285 x 1571. HiSET Tests will be administered in Nantucket High School, Room 107 as follows: • February 17, February 18 and February 19 4:30pm and 6:00pm start times • March 24, March 25 and March 26 4:30pm and 6:00pm start times • April 28, April 29 and April 30 4:30pm and 6:00pm start times • May 19, May 20 and May 21 4:30pm and 6:00pm start times • June 16, June 17 and June 18 4:30pm and 6:00pm start times Page 21 Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Engage • Strengthen • Connect Spring 2015 Page 22 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL The Nantucket Community Pool is adjacent to Nantucket High School located at 10 Surfside Road. The facility boasts a six lane, twenty-five yard pool with a one-meter diving board and a Colorado Timing System. Monthly schedules are released with public lap hours. When using the facility, please help us maintain a high level of safety and cleanliness. Questions, Comments, Suggestions? Please contact Jim Pignato, Aquatics Director Aquatics Director Jim Pignato [email protected] 508-228-7285 x1578 Office Hours: M, T, W, TH, F - Drop in or call to schedule an appointment Location: Nantucket Community Pool, 10 Surfside Road Lifeguard Training Course with Jim Pignato Dates: May Session & June Session Time: Evenings - 26 hour course Fee: $375.00 Location: Nantucket High School, Room 107 & Nantucket Community Pool The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. Class is limited to 10 participants. The course prerequisites include participants must be 15 years of age on or before the final scheduled session of this course, swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing, using front crawl and breaststroke, tread water for 2-minutes using only legs and a retrieval of a 10-pound object in 7-10 feet of water with two 20 yard swims in 1 minute, 40 seconds. During each class, participants should be prepared to go in the water and have the appropriate swimming attire. Enrollment does not guarantee certification. Completion of the course will require 100% attendance, performing 3 exit skills scenarios and scoring 80% or higher on the written test. Upon successful completion of the Lifeguarding course, each participant will receive an American Red Cross Universal Certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED which is valid for 2 years. Page 23 Lifeguard Training: Recertification Review Course with Jim Pignato Dates: Week of April 27 & Week of May 25 Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Fee: $100 Prerequisite: Current Lifeguard Certification Location: Nantucket High School, Room 107 & Nantucket Community Pool This is a recertification option for currently certified lifeguards. Review skills include water rescues, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and first aid. The course incorporates a blended learning format with online training sessions, classroom skills and water rescue activities. Per Red Cross guidelines, only currently certified Lifeguards may take this Review course. If any certifications have expired you must take the full Lifeguard Course. The Red Cross is no longer allowing Lifeguards to challenge the course. Lifeguard Recertification participants must provide proof of valid Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certifications and pass the precourse: swim 300 yards (12 lengths of a 25 yard pool) without stopping using front crawl and breaststroke, tread water for 2 minutes using legs only, and retrieve a 10-lb brick from 7 feet deep and swim 20 yards with the weight, using legs only and exit the water without using a ladder or steps within 1 minute 40 seconds. Enrollment does not guarantee certification. Upon successful completion of the Lifeguarding course, each participant will receive an American Red Cross Universal Certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED which is valid for 2 years. Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL HydroFitness with Karol Lindquist Dates: Year-Round on M/W/F Time: 6:50 am - 7:35 am Fee: $60 10x pass; $10 drop-in Location: Nantucket Community Pool Hydrofitness provides patrons the opportunity to get a good cardio workout without the hard impact on your knees and joints. The intensity levels vary to increase endurance, power, strength and cardiovascular ability. Various pieces of equipment are used to aid in your workout. Spring 2015 Aquacise with Joe Aguiar Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays - Year-Round Time: Start times vary between 9:00 am and 10:30 am each month Fee: $60 10x pass; $10 drop-in Location: Nantucket Community Pool Aquacise provides patrons the opportunity to get a good cardio workout without the hard impact on your knees and joints. It’s a lowintensity, low-impact workout with a number of different movements aimed at increasing flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular ability. Youth Learn to Swim Lessons with the NCP Instructors Dates: Monday through Friday during Weeks of March 23, 30, April 6, 13, May 4, 11, 18, June 1, 8, 15, 22 Time: 30-minute classes - start times vary between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm Fee: $75 per week Location: Nantucket Community Pool Designed for children ages 3 ½ years and older, we offer a variety of swim lesson options. Our philosophy, based upon developmental guidelines, promotes a fun and safe environment for children to learn how to become strong, confident and smart swimmers. We strive to build a foundation of comfort, knowledge and respect of the water where swimmers become acclimated to the water while developing their basic understanding of floating, breathing and blowing bubbles. Four levels are offered to target individual needs: Water Skills, Fundamental Aquatics Skills, Stroke Development and Stroke Refinement. Placement will initially be done by lottery followed by open enrollment until classes are filled. A waitlist will be formed as needed for any class. When signing up for multiple weeks, please use your best judgment when choosing levels. We will make changes to class rosters as necessary. Swimmers must be able to complete all the Primary Skills at a Mastery Level in order to enroll into the next Level. At the conclusion of each week, swimmers will be awarded a Swim Certificate showing their progress in the level. A level recommendation by the instructor for the next session will be indicated on the certificate. Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 24 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL LEVEL 1: INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS Primary Skills • Overall Comfort Level in water • Enter & Exit from Side • Submerge Entire Head • Blowing Bubbles – Mouth & Nose • Front Float – face in water – 5 sec (w/support) • Back Float – ears in water – 5 sec (w/support) • Recovery from floating position (front & back) • Swim on Front: horizontal position, face in, arm movement, straight leg kick (w/support) • Swim on Back: horizontal position, ears in, arm movement, straight leg kick (w/support) • Water safety rules; How to use & wear a life jacket; How to get help; How to recognize a swimmer who needs help • Optional Skills • Enter water by jumping from side • Treading water • Swims on Front & Back with arms coming out of water LEVEL 2: FUNDAMENTAL AQUATICS SKILLS Primary Skills • Enter water by jumping from side • Submerge Entire Head – 5sec w/blowing bubbles • Bob 5 times w/blowing bubbles • Open eyes underwater; pick up submerged object in shallow water 3 times • Front & Back Float – face or ears in – 5 sec • Roll over from back to front to back – 5 sec each • Tread water, using arm and leg motion – 10 sec • Streamline Flutter kick on front & back from a push • Swim on Front – 5 yards w/ taking a breath, arms out of water, straight leg kick • Swim on Back – 5 yards w/ chin up, straight arms, steady flutter kick • Sculling arm movement on back – 5 yards • Swim on side – 5 yards (w/support) • Jumping & Diving Rules; How to get help; How to recognize a swimmer who needs help • Optional Skills • Dolphin Kick – Front & Back • Underwater swim – Intro Breaststroke Arms • Head First entries into deep water Page 25 LEVEL 3: STROKE DEVELOPMENT Primary Skills • Jump into deep water from elevated height • Head-first entry from the side form a sitting or kneeling position • Underwater swim – 5 yards • Bob 10 times w/ exhales underwater • Perform Rotary Breathing with the body in a horizontal position – 15 yards • Front Float/Survival Float – 30 sec. • Back Float – 30 sec. • Tread water – 1 min. exploring breaststroke kick, scissor kick & rotary kick • Streamline Flutter Kick – Front & Back with breakout • Front Crawl/Freestyle w/ rotary breathing – 15 yards • Back Crawl/Backstroke – 15 yards • Butterfly kick w/ body motion – 5 yards • Breaststroke kick/Frog kick – 5 yards • General water safety rules; look before you leap; perform reaching assist • Optional Skills • Standing Dive • Introduction to Butterfly Arm • Elementary Backstroke Primary Skills LEVEL 4: STROKE REFINEMENT • Streamline Dive from side w/breakout • Underwater swim – 15 yards • Perform feet-first & head-first surface dive • Survival Float – 1 min. deep water • Back Float – 1 min. deep water • Tread Water – 2 min. with a breaststroke kick, scissor kick and/or rotary kick • Freestyle w/ rotary breathing – 25 yards • Backstroke – 25 yards • Butterfly – 25 yards • Breaststroke – 15 yards • Elementary Backstroke – 15 yards • Sidestroke – 15 yards • Open Turns on Front & Back • Additional rules for safe diving; Circle swimming • Optional Skills • Forward Summersaults in water • Flip Turns • Relay Starts Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Spring 2015 INSTRUCTOR BIOS NANCY CANNING has a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, is a certified clinical hypnotherapist and is a trained clairvoyant and healer who has been active in metaphysics and belief systems for the past 20 years. JOANNE DAMOURS is currently the WeightWatchers leader on the Island. All aspects of healthy living have been her passion for many years. She has participated in various sports, especially the martial arts, and is currently the Joanne teaches aerobics and weights at the Saltmarsh Senior Center on Washington Street. Although Joanne did not grow up on the island, she is a Nantucketer. JENNIFER ERICHSEN is the IT Administrator for the Nantucket Police Department. Jenn has taught various computer classes with the Nantucket Community School since 2010. DAVID M. HANDY is an established, dynamic and trendsetting event designer on the East Coast. For over a decade, he has cultivated a unique style that has consistently surpassed his clients’ expectations. His extensive background and experience in concept development and his vast knowledge of techniques allow him to showcase the ultimate in design. DAVID HARRIS has been a licensed realtor for over two decades and a State Certified Real Estate Instructor since 1995. Dave has conducted classes at Sandwich Community School and at National Real Estate Studies in South Dennis. He specializes in license preparation classes for brokers and salespersons, as well as continuing education for current licensees. Dave has received numerous awards for excellence in sales and sales management. He has also achieved professional designations as a Certified Real Estate Broker Manager, Certified Buyer's Representative and Senior Real Estate Specialist. HOUSING NANTUCKET, known formerly as the Nantucket Housing Office, was founded in 1994 by community members seeking to stem the tide of Nantucketers leaving the island. Growing on a foundation of providing rental housing, they have expanded to include homeownership services and community education. (From their website: www.housingnantucket.org) ANA PATRICIA HULL was born and raised in Colombia, S.A. where she received her degree in Business Administration. Ana Patricia is also educated in the areas of teaching, accounting and sales and marketing. Since moving to Nantucket in 2005, Ana Patricia has worked with the Nantucket Community School and currently serves as a Program Assistant, Translator and Teacher’s Assistant with the Summer Boost program. JOAN MANRING HULL, a native of Ohio, has her Master’s degree in French Literature. She studied in France, has camped in several French Engage • Strengthen • Connect provinces and other countries. She has also maintained contact with many francophones over the years. Joan has been facilitating a lively adult French conversation group for five years through the Community School and is a former French teacher with the Nantucket Public Schools. She authored a user-friendly text on French pronunciation, which has been sold at various universities and to the US Special Forces. Her other interests include cinema, singing and exploring the island with her husband and now, off-island children and new grandson. Joan has been a permanent island resident since 2005. JOYCE JASKULA has worked in the dog world since 8th grade. She has enjoyed getting to know many breeds and temperaments, having worked with many show breeders and guard dog trainers over the years. She believes, unwaveringly, in the power of positive training and feels strongly that punishment interferes with learning. Joyce loves the sport of agility and all her dogs are trained agility dogs. She is also a “clicker” trainer and is available to teach private lessons. KRISTINA JELLEME has resided in Nantucket since 2002. She graduated in Computer Information Systems and has worked as a software consultant and as a software developer. Kristina is currently a project manager on Nantucket. JOHN MCGUINNESS is a professional educator with over 20 years of teaching experience in Nantucket Public Schools. He has taught classes ranging from US and World History to Sociology and Philosophy. In addition, John has volunteered and worked for numerous cultural organizations, including working as an interpreter for the Nantucket Historical Association. LAMA YESHE PALMO (Peggy Turco) is a Western Buddhist nun and Lama in the Kagyu Tibetan lineage. The founder and teacher of Dharma Nantucket, an island meditation group, she trained for 15 years as an ordained monastic at Kagyu Thubten Choling Monastery in New York. After graduating from seven years of cloistered seminary meditation retreat, she ran the traditional Three Year Retreat for women for eight more years. She carries the title of “Tripon” or Teaching Lama. A SAFE PLACE, Inc. was founded in 1987 by five members of the Nantucket Women’s Bar Association. Since then, the agency has continued to provide free and confidential services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Over the years our programs have expanded to include specialized services for children whose lives have been impacted by violence in the home. JANET E. SCHULTE has taught American History at the college, graduate and adult education levels. Her areas of expertise include women’s history, labor history and the history of religion. She holds a Ph. D. in the History of American Civilization from Brandeis University and the M.T. S. from Harvard Divinity School. Page 26 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL INSTRUCTOR BIOS TERRY SJOO-BRIGNOLI holds an A.S. in Accounting. She has been teaching both QuickBooks and Basic Bookkeeping to adults in the classroom and tutorial settings since 2001. Her business, Book$ense, has assisted a wide-variety of small businesses including retail, rental management, landscaping, medical, public relations and non-profits. Terry’s ability to both practice and teach accounting and QuickBooks is a unique combination she brings to the industry. JEREMY SLAVITZ is a museum professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. He has served as Director of Public Programs and Education for the Nantucket Historical Association and the Curator of the Nantucket Shipwreck and Life-Saving Museum. He has also been a public school teacher for grades 9-12. Today he is an independent consultant who works with a diverse array of museum and non-profit clients to improve their operations, design exhibits and develop educational programs. PEGGY TURCO has been a professional naturalist, folklorist and storyteller in the Hudson Valley region of New York State for the past 30 years, leading over 60,000 people on interpretive nature walks. She taught at the preK through grade 12 levels for 27 years. Two years ago, Peggy moved to Nantucket and currently serves as the Market Manager for Sustainable Nantucket. The Nantucket Community School is always looking for talented instructors and facilitators for our many programs. Perhaps you have an idea of your own? Call us today at 508-228-7285 x 5. Page 27 After 25 years of service, Nancy Swain, has retired from the Nantucket Community School. Thank you for your dedication, your sense of humor and your boundless energy. You inspired many people through your fitness classes. We all wish you the best!! We will miss you, Nancy! Nantucket Community School ENGAGING, STRENGTHENING & CONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY Engage • Strengthen • Connect NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL Spring 2015 – The Inquirer & Mirror, 1/8/15 Engage • Strengthen • Connect Page 28 Spring 2015 NANTUCKET COMMUNITY SCHOOL R E G I S T R AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N Nantucket Community School encourages you to register early. This will hold your spot and help ensure that the class runs! www.nantucketcommunityschool.org Registration: Other information: To register by mail, complete the Youth or Adult registration form, include a check payable to the Nantucket Community School and mail to: Nantucket Community School, 10 Surfside Rd., Nantucket, MA 02554 To learn if the Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather or other emergencies, listen to these FM stations: WFAN (91.1), WCOD (106.1) and WRZE (96.3) or local TV channels 5, 7, 18 and 25. Internet: npsk.org. To register online, visit www.nantucketcommunityschool.org. Visa and MasterCard are the only acceptable forms of payment for an online registration. To register in person, visit our main office located at 32 First Way (the Former Teen Center) or our downtown campus at 56 Centre Street. Classes will not run on school holidays. You will be contacted by the Community School Office if class is cancelled due to lack of enrollment. Please check start dates and location of specific classes. Instructors are responsible for calling students if they must cancel a class for any reason and for notifying students of the date and time of rescheduled class(es). Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. If a class is full, a waitlist will be started and the registrant will be notified by telephone or email should a space become available. Nantucket Community School does not assume responsibility for any injuries sustained in its programs. Some courses have limited enrollment. Register early! Once registered, participants are automatically enrolled and should report to the first class. Payment for courses: Payment for courses may be made by check, cash, money order or credit card (Visa and MasterCard). Payment is due at the time of enrollment. Make checks payable to Nantuckt Community School. Checks returned due to insufficient funds will result in a $25 returned check fee. Class fees will not be pro-rated unless noted otherwise. Course fee refund: Submit request in writing one week prior to the first class and your check will be returned if check has not been deposited. After the course has begun, refunds will be a credit only, minus a $25 administrative fee. Refunds will not be processed nor credit issued once the course is closed. Outstanding balance due: Balances must be paid in full or a payment plan established with the Nantucket Community School Director. Unpaid balances may impact your or any member of your immediate family’s ability to register for future courses or any other NCS programs. Unpaid balances must be paid by check or money order, payable to NCS, at the Nantucket Community School main office located at 32 First Way or our downtown campus at 56 Centre Street. Page 29 It is against the law to smoke or consume alcoholic beverages in school buildings or on school grounds at any time. Only registered students may attend classes. Adult students may not bring children to Adult Education classes. Park only in designated, lined parking spaces, not on grassy areas. Nantucket Community School promotes ridesharing. Please talk with your classmates about carpooling. Nantucket Community School discounts: SENIOR CITIZEN TUITION DISCOUNT: We are pleased to extend a 10% discount to senior citizens 60 or older, excluding CPR Certification classes. FACULTY & STAFF DISCOUNT: We are pleased to extend a 25% discount to all NPS faculty and staff on all adult education offerings, excluding CPR Certification classes. Classes will be held at Nantucket High School & Cyrus Peirce Middle School, 10 Surfside Road and Nantucket Elementary School, 30 Surfside Road AND at our NEW downtown campus located at 56 Centre Street. Please check the location of your class listed with each class description. Engage • Strengthen • Connect Main office under renovaon Downtown Campus: 56 Centre Street Nantucket, MA 02554 Community Pool: 10 Surfside Road Nantucket, MA 02554 Mailing Address: 10 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554 5082287285 x 5 www.nantucketcommunityschool.org
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