Baker School Enrichment Program Spring 2015 Registration Deadline: Thursday, April, 30th Classes Start: Monday, May, 4th General Information Course Selection Registration Sponsored by the Baker School Extended Day Registration Registration forms must be filled out by Thursday, April 30th. For an easy payment option please use the pay pal option on our website. If you choose to write a check instead, please make checks payable to: Baker School Enrichment Program. Checks may be put in the Enrichment Program mailbox in the Baker School main office or brought directly to BSED. Materials fees are included in tuitions. Register early, as classes have limited enrollment and will be filled on a first-‐come first-‐ serve basis, unless the class has been designated as a lottery class. Program Dates Classes will start Monday, May 4th. Most will run for 6 weeks, unless otherwise indicated by the class description. Classes will be held on early-‐dismissal days at their regularly scheduled times, but not on school holidays, during school vacation, or on snow days. Classes may be cancelled due to inclement weather; the schedule allows only one make-‐up class for weather-‐related cancellations. All classes cancelled due to instructor absence will be made up. Make-‐up classes will be scheduled as needed at the conclusion of the course. Confirmation and Course Cancellation Final class lists and room assignments will be posted on the bulletin board near the main office the day after registration closes. This will be the only notification you will receive and we encourage you to check and confirm enrollment. We will contact you only if there is a problem with registration or if the class is cancelled. We reserve the right to cancel a course for which there is insufficient registration. Every attempt will be made to place a child enrolled in a cancelled class into another class of his/her choice. PLEASE NOTE: No refunds or credit will be given once your child has been registered in an active class. Arrival and Departure Students are expected to meet in the cafeteria prior to each class. Neither the Baker School Enrichment Program nor classroom teachers are responsible for transporting students from the classroom to the cafeteria. Enrichment instructors will take attendance at that time and walk the children to their classroom location. Children who attend BSED on the day of their enrichment class should check in at BSED first, and then will be released to the cafeteria to meet their instructor. We strongly encourage parents to discuss with their children the importance of going directly to the cafeteria, remaining with the teacher for the entire length of the class, and waiting for their pick-‐up person in the classroom (or other specified location) when the class is over. We respectfully ask that parents or guardians responsible for picking up student after class adhere to the enrichment schedule and arrive on time for pick up. Discipline-‐ In order to maintain a healthy, productive environment for students enrolled in classes, all children will be required to exhibit appropriate behavior. If an instructor believes that a child is disruptive to the program, the child will be temporarily removed from the class, and the enrichment coordinator will notify his/her parent. If the situation recurs, the child may be removed from the class and excluded from future classes. Any act of violence or dangerous behavior is grounds for the immediate removal of a student from class for the remainder of the session and may result in exclusion from future classes. In such cases we will discuss all circumstances with parents, but in cases of violence or dangerous behavior readmission may not be possible. We kindly ask for your cooperation by communicating these expectations to your child and by enrolling your child only in those classes that are of interest to him/her. Class Lottery There will be no designated lottery classes this session. All classes will be filled on a first come first serve basis. Request for Additional Information We encourage families to share information about their child’s needs so that it can be considered by the enrichment instructor and the enrichment coordinator. Please use the provided space in the enrollment form, if needed. If your child is absent from school due to illness, we ask that they do not attend Enrichment classes on that day. If a child is going to be absent from an Enrichment class (planned or unplanned) we kindly ask parents to call the Baker School Enrichment Program Director, Andy Erickson at (617) 323-‐6661. Feedback, Suggestions, Ideas We welcome your feedback, ideas, and suggestions for strengthening the Enrichment Program. Please contact Andy Erickson at (617) 323-‐
6661 or email at [email protected]. PLEASE KEEP THIS INFORMATION HANDY TO REFER TO THE PROCEDURES AND POLICIES THROUGHOUT THE Spring 2015 SEMESTER. Please check the bulletin board outside the auditorium for class lists, room assignments and any information regarding the SPRING 2015 Session Enrichment classes. For more information regarding the Baker School Enrichment Program please visit www.bsed.org/home/enrichment-‐program. WEEKLY CLASS SCHEDULE-‐ Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Amazing Artists (3-‐6) The Amazing World of Comic Book Creation (3-‐6) Improv Comedy:The Skills and Thrills of Improv. (3-‐6) From Lump of Clay to the Screen-‐ The Art of Claymation (3-‐
6) Minecraft Workshop (3-‐
6) Checkmate (K-‐3)* Mad Science (2-‐5) Phantastic Photography (3-‐
6) Yoga (K-‐3) On The Mark:Intro to Archery (3-‐6) Fencing (1-‐5) Curious Creatures (K-‐
4)50 min class (2:40-‐3:30) Once Upon An Art Class: The Art of Turning Read Aloud Into A Craft (K-‐2) Tennis (3-‐6) Guitar for Beginners (3-‐
6) Puddlestompers!(K-‐2) Zumba (K-‐3) Karate (K-‐3) (2:40-‐3:25) The Fine Art of Sewing and Fiber Arts (K-‐
2) Super Sports-‐
Gym Games (K-‐2) "Yummy in My Tummy" (K-‐2) Basketball (3-‐
6) Jewelry Making (K-‐2) 3:40-‐4:40 Monday Checkmate (3-‐6) * -‐ Friday classes begin at 1:45 and end at 2:45 Course Dates Monday-‐ 5/4, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9 Tuesday-‐ 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9 Wednesday-‐ 5/6(Early Dismissal, classes still start at 2:40), 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3, 6/10 Thursday-‐ 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11 Friday-‐ 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12 * Classes held on Early Dismissal days are held at their regularly scheduled times. Monday CHECKMATE-‐ Instructor: Mr. Igor Foygel. TWO SECTIONS: Mondays 2:40-‐3:40 for Grades K-‐3, Mondays 3:40-‐4:40 for grades 3-‐6. Max Enrollment-‐ 12. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $110 Whether you’re a chess master or a novice, you’ll enjoy this class. Mr. Foygel tailors the class to the needs of each student with an emphasis on the strategies that make chess exciting. Please note we have added rd
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3 grade to the second section. We strongly encourage 3 graders with chess experience to register for this section rather than the earlier section (Mr. Foygel is a five-‐time Massachusetts champion. www.igorfoygel.com) Amazing Artists!-‐ Instructor-‐ Mrs. Summer Cosgrove. Grades 3-‐6. Mondays:2:40-‐3:40. Max Enrollment:10. Duration:6 weeks. Cost-‐ $80 Join Mrs. Cosgrove as she shares her many artistic talents with the students of Baker School. Projects and styles will change from week to week as students explore a wide range of artistic mediums. Projects will include different painting styles, knitting, scrapbooking and more! (Mrs. Cosgrove is a 6th grade teacher at the Baker School) PUDDLESTOMPERS!-‐ Grades K-‐2. Mondays 2:40-‐3:40. Max Enrollment-‐
12. Duration 6 weeks. Cost $95 Come explore nature after school! Build homes for chipmunks and collect an acorn feast! Dig in the dirt in search of salamanders! Investigate why Daddy Longlegs are not spiders! Learn bird calls and go on a migration journey! Discover colors hidden in fall leaves. We will use hands-‐on exploration activities, active movement and play, crafts, and stories to investigate the natural world around us. We will be outside and moving as we explore and take full advantage of the Baker campus, including the Sanctuary! Students will spend as much time as possible outside, so please bring proper clothing for the Fall weather. Each week, children will bring home a small project and a handout that includes factual information, additional exploration activities, and suggested books and websites. Come discover the wonders of fall with us! Fencing-‐ Instructor: International Fencing Club. Mondays 2:40-‐3:40. Grades 1-‐5. Max Enrollment-‐15 Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $95 Join the IFC to learn the sport of fencing! Fencing is becoming more and more popular with the young people of this country. The International Fencing Club (IFC) offers one of the best fencing programs in New England. The IFC provides students the highest quality fencing instruction available. They provide a safe and positive learning environment that people of all ages can enjoy. This class is for all levels of fencers, from the casual recreational fencer to the serious national and international competitor. Cesar Morales and the coaching staff remain interested in the complete personal development of each student. Individual attention is a feature of each and every class, allowing all students to progress quickly and confidently toward their personal goals. (The International Fencing Club instructors have been active in the United States Fencing Association for the past 13 years while coaching for the Boston Fencing Club and local universities, and have been involved with the sport for more than 25 years.) "Yummy In My Tummy"-‐ An Introduction to the World of Culinary Arts-‐ Instructor" Ms. Erica Birnbaum. Mondays 2:40-‐3:40. Grades K-‐2. Max Enrollment-‐ 8. Duration-‐ 6 Weeks. Cost -‐$110 "Measure, mix, cook and bake your way to a culinary masterpiece. Students will create a variety of dishes and desserts from around the world. Whether you're new to the kitchen or an expert chef, you'll learn the basics of cooking, measuring, kitchen safety all while having tons of fun!" (Ms. Birnbaum spends her days playing fun speech games and her weekends
whipping up delicious dishes of her own
® Tuesday Mad Science of Greater Boston (IV), -‐.“Mad Science: Freaky
Physics, Forces and Flight” Instructor: Mad Science, Tuesdays 2:40-‐
3:40. Grades 2-‐4. Max Enrollment-‐ 20. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $100 Join the Mad Science hands-on science fun. We’re crazy about
science...and hope you are too! In this program, we’ll have a blast
exploring science and how it affects the world around us. There will be
exciting hands-on activities, spectacular demonstrations, inquiry-based
discussions, and amazing projects to make and take home. We’ll join
Bernoulli and Newton as we take an exciting look at the science behind
aerodynamics and the properties of air ... under pressure; eliminate the
mystery in chemystery; take a tour on the electron freeway in the world
of circuit electricity…current events; and experience some awesome
forces ... gravity ... inertia ... centripetal force...for ourselves. We’ll also
learn about water waves and the environment; explore the scientific
secrets behind some famous magic tricks; investigate the fundamental
principles of flight; and discover the strengths of triangles, cylinders and
arches and how these shapes make structures for sturdy homes and
skyscrapers.
Please note- This Mad Science course features all new material never before done in the
Enrichment Program. If your child has signed up for this class before, don’t hesitate to
sign them up again!)
The Amazing World of Comic Book Creation-‐ Instructor: Rob Stull. Tuesdays 2:40-‐3:40. Grades 3-‐6. Max Enrollment 12. Duration-‐ 6 Weeks Cost $75 Have you ever wanted to create your own comic book? In this class you will start from scratch and learn about dynamic character creation and development, shading, coloring, proper use of space, and visual perspective. Students will explore current styles from anime, manga, and mainstream super-‐hero comic as they learn how to tell stories in visual form. Comic book art and story-‐telling is an amazing way for students to hone their creative skills in a way that’s fun for all. Students that attended this class last session will start where they left off and continue to build on the techniques they have learned. (Rob Stull is the founder of “Ink On Paper” production studio in Boston. He has worked with several major comic enterprises including, Marvel Comics, helping to create works including Spiderman, X-‐
Men, and Iron Man, and DC Comics as a part of the team that creates Justice League of America, Nightwing and many more. Rob’s graphic art can also be seen in the music industry as he has designed album covers for several hip-‐hop groups as well as designs for high profile labels such as Tommy Boy, Warner Bros. and Virgin Records America.) Zumba Kids-‐ Instructor:H2K Children's Fitness. Tuesdays:2:40-‐3:40. Grades K-‐3. Max Enrollment:15. Duration:6 weeks. Cost-‐$105. Zumba Kids combines fast and slow rhythms for children in grades K-‐3 using an aerobic/fitness approach. With a combination of dance, games, and peer performance. Students will learn leadership, respect, team work, pride, confidence, responsibility, coordination, balance, and given the oppurtunity to express their inner creativity. (Please visit http://www.h2kchildrenfitness.com/ for more information on H2K) Curious Creatures-‐ Instructor: Curious Creatures of Boston. Tuesdays 2:40-‐3:30. Grades K-‐5. Max Enrollment 16. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $110 Join Curious Creatures and their staff of professional exhibitors for an educational program designed to be fun and interesting with an emphasis on teaching respect and appreciation for all animals. Kids will learn about the animals and, if appropriate, they can touch and hold them. We include interesting facts and stories about our creatures in an educational and entertaining environment. Animals shown at a Curious Creatures event will include the following: Alligators, frogs, lizards, arachnids, turtles, rabbits, snakes, chinchillas, flying squirrels, ferrets, bearded dragons and many more! Wednesday Once Upon An Art Class: The Art of Turning Read Aloud Into A Craft-‐ Instructor: Ms. Anna Cioffredi. Wednesdays 2:40-‐3:40. Grades K-‐3. Max Enrollment:10. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $85 Each week students will get the chance to listen to a classic favorite or contemporary story and craft an imaginative art project based on the story to take home. Puppets, storyboards costumes and props are just some of elements that will make each story come alive! The crafts will match with the characters and plot from some of your favorite picture books. Crafting materials include working with clay, painting, collaging, elements from nature, photography and more! (Ms. Cioffredi is currently an intern in 2N, and will be receiving her Masters from Boston College in Elementary Education. She previously served as a Playspace Activity Leader for the Horizons for Homeless Children organization, where she engaged children in fun activities and reading aloud.) "Improv Comedy:The Skills and Thrills of Improv"-‐ Instructor:John Walsh. Wednesdays 2:40-‐3:40. Grades 3-‐6. Max Enrollment:10. Duration:6 weeks. Cost $65 This class uses improvisational theatre to have fun, and build focus. Your child will explore different improv and dramatic techniques and use them to develop quick thinking and comedic timing. Some of Hollywood’s biggest stars got their start using improv as a foundation for stage presence and comfort in front of a group. This class is perfect for all skills levels, from the natural “ham,” to a child that would like to build a higher comfort level in front of a group. All students will be allowed to work at their own comfort level as they build confidence. If you love to laugh while you learn, give this class a try! (Mr. Walsh is a teacher at the Baker School. He has years of experience in teaching improv, and a member of several improv troupes) Phantastic Photography-‐ Instructor: Robin Radin. Grades 3-‐5. Wednesdays 2:40-‐3:40. Max Enrollment:12. Duration:6 weeks. Cost $75 Shutterbugs, this class is for you! In this class we will review the basics of camera operation, create collage-‐type sun prints, experiment with painting with light using long camera exposure and flashlight, go on a photographic treasure hunt. Different themes will be explored: we will take pictures of found objects, take self-‐portraits, and learn to photograph our immediate surroundings. In addition, we will review student photographs and discuss editing and sequencing. Each student will arrange his/her work either on a poster board or in a small notebook to take home. After each class students will be encouraged to pick out and print five of their favorite photographs from our weekly photographic outing to bring to class the following week. Students should bring their own cameras with fully charged batteries and memory cards to every class. If you do not have a camera to use, we may have a few available to lend. Please contact Andy Erickson to inquire about camera availability if you are interested in this class for your child but do not have a camera. (Robin Radin has photographed the cultural and natural landscape of New England for 35 years. Her photographs have been published and exhibited nationally, including shows at Institute of Contemporary Art, Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of Anthropology, Center for Photography, Marcuse Pfeifer Gallery, Nexus Contemporary Art Center, The Dean's Gallery at MIT, and The Print Club. In 2003, she was awarded the Massachusetts Cultural Council Artist Grant in Photography. She has served on the board of the Jamaica Plain Arts Council for many years.) KARATE-‐ Instructor: Ms. Marissa Cimino. Wednesdays 2:40-‐
3:25.Grades K-‐4. Max Enrollment-‐ 20. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $95
This course helps kids develop self-‐confidence by teaching the discipline, self-‐respect, self-‐defense, and physical conditioning that are hallmarks of the martial arts. (Sensei Marisa Cimino began her training in 1990 under Sensei James True. She holds a 4th degree Black Belt in Shorin-‐Ryu Karate and 3rd degree black belt in Kobudo (Okinawan Weapons. In addition to teaching children's programs, Sensei Marisa instructs at the Shorin Ryu Karate Academy in Waltham.) Thursday From Lump of Clay to the Screen-‐ The Art of Claymation-‐ Instructor: Brookline Interactive Group (B.I.G.-‐ Formerly Brookline Access Television)Thursdays 2:40-‐3:40. Grades 3-‐6. Max Enrollment-‐10. Duration:6 weeks. Cost-‐ $105 Come and learn how to create fun cartoons out of clay! Cartoons, like Wallace and Grommet, were made using this animation style and now it is time for your child to make a clay character come to life. In this claymation class, students will be able to produce an animation from scratch by creating clay characters and then importing their images onto an iPad to animate their characters in a movie. Upon finishing this class, students will have a clay figure and a movie to bring home to share with the family! Yoga-‐Instructor: Mr. Tony Bartone. Thursdays 2:40-‐3:40 (K-‐3) Max Enrollment-‐12. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $100 This class is all about learning about what yoga is, where it came from, and how it affects each individual. We practice traditional yoga poses as well as stretching and moving our bodies in fun and exploratory ways. In addition to yoga practice, we incorporate games and activities that have yogic themes as well as having a thread of talk about such tenants of yoga as balance, harmony, compassion, and acceptance of ourselves and other. (Mr. Bartone is a certified yoga teacher through Prana Power Yoga with locations in Newton, Cambridge and Winchester for both adult and kids’ yoga. He spent four years teaching middle-‐school Spanish before undertaking his career in yoga.) The Fine Art of Sewing and Fiber Arts-‐ Instructor: Carol Price. Thursdays 2:40-‐3:40. Grades K-‐2. Max Enrollment: 10. Duration 6 weeks. Cost $95This class will have you in stitches! Explore the wonderful world of sewing! Starting with the basic techniques of sewing your child will design their own projects with the goal to take a new creation home each week. As the session progresses, so will their skills as they gradually learn more advanced stitching and processes. Projects will include pillows, tote bags, puppets, wallets and more! No previous experience needed. (Carol Price has taught sewing and fiber arts to children for years. She has taught classes at The Eliot School, The Schecter School, The Amigo School, The Citizen School and more.) Tennis with Mr. Miller-‐ Thursdays 2:40-‐3:40 Grades 3-‐6. Max Enrollment-‐14. Duration 4 weeks. Cost $65 Join Mr. Miller for an instructional and fun class that emphasizes the basics of tennis for the beginner as well as more advanced players. A variety of drills and games will help students learn the skills and strategy required to become a better player. Rackets will be provided for use. (Mr. Miller is a former 6th grade teacher at the Baker School. He is currently the Head Tennis Coach of Women's Tennis at Emmanuel College, as well as the former Head Tennis Coach at Boston College and Boston University.) FRIDAY Guitar for Beginners-‐ Instructor: Jake Sheptyck. Fridays-‐1:45-‐2:45. Grades:3-‐6. Max Enrollment:10. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost-‐ $65 Over the duration of the course, students will learn some of the basics behind playing the guitar! Students will start with basic skills such as; tuning the instrument, noting location on the fretboard, picking techniques, open chords (C, A, G, E, D), Major and Minor scales, barre and power chords, reading tablature. Guitars will be provided to students if needed but if they have their own guitar they are encouraged to bring it. (Mr. Sheptyck is a licensed teacher working at the Baker School and BSED with 14+ years experience learning the guitar. He spent 10 years learning the craft at the Bosse School of Music in Weymouth .In his time playing the guitar, he has been a part of numerous bands and jam groups, written and recorded his own solo album, and has performed at a number of excellent venues including the Berklee Performance Center and the Ryles Jazz Club.) On The Mark: Intro to Archery-‐ Instructor-‐On the Mark Archery. Fridays-‐1:45-‐2:45. Grades-‐3-‐6. Max Enrollment-‐12. Duration-‐4 weeks. Cost-‐ $90 Here's your chance to try traditional "recurve archery," as seen in the Olympics. Learn the fundamentals in this introductory course, relax as you aim for your target, and feel the thrill of success when your patience and concentration pays off. Put your skills to the test and compete with friends and family in mini competitions and archery games. All equipment will be supplied. Classes led by two certified USA Archery and National Field Archery Association (NFAA) instructors Due to our safety procedures, parents should also be aware that there is a zero tolerance policy for students who misbehave on the range. Dangerous or irresponsible behavior is grounds for immediate dismissal from the course. (Visit www.onthemarkarchery.com for more information.) Minecraft Workshop-‐ Instructor: John Galinato and Build it Yourself. Fridays 1:45-‐2:45. Grades 3-‐6. Max Enrollment-‐10. Duration:6 weeks. Cost-‐ $100. The Minecraft Build-‐It-‐Yourself workshop takes one of the era's most popular games for children and offers it as an art and engineering program, driven by technology-‐in-‐education research developed at MIT.
The mission is to inspire and guide the next generation of builders using the fun and thought inducing Game of Minecraft. This class is perfect for all levels of Minecraft players, from beginners to pros.
(Visit http://build-‐it-‐yourself.com/index.php to learn more about John Galinato and his variety of technology programs for children) Super Sports-‐Gym Games for Grades K-‐2-‐ Instructor: FAST Athletics. Fridays 1:45-‐2:45.Grades K-‐2. Max Enrollment: 16. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $85 Get up, get going, get active with a F.A.S.T. Athletics Super Sports Program. F.A.S.T. Athletics will offer a variety of sports each week such as: Soccer, Basketball, Flag Football, Dodge ball, Baseball, and Kickball. Programs will include proper stretching and warm-‐up games as well as learning basic skills of each sport, each class will end with a high energy game with the sport played that day. Basketball-‐ Instructor FAST Athletics. Fridays 1:45-‐2:45. Grades 3-‐6. Max Enrollment-‐16. Duration 6 weeks. Cost $85 3…..2…..1…..bzzzz. Our basketball program will help increase the student's confidence in passing, shooting, and dribbling skills so when it’s time to make that game winning shot they are ready! They will also learn the proper techniques of playing defense, rebounding and boxing out. Besides playing scrimmages, the students will also play games such as knock out, dribbling relay races, and hot hands. Jewelry Making and Craft Exploration-‐ Instructor: Chris Lyons. Fridays 1:45-‐2:45. Grades K-‐2. Max Enrollment-‐ 10. Duration: 6 weeks. Cost $95 Students will love making and creating beautiful crafts with their own hands. Explore several different techniques and methods of craft making such as decorating picture frames, beading and stringing jewelry, painting rocks and shells, and more! (Chris Lyons is a Baker school parent. She has been an instructor for Brownies, Girl Scouts, and 4H groups in years past. She has been crafting many types of jewelry for over a decade) Scholarship Fund Contributions A special fund is established for individuals or corporations that would like to support the Baker School Enrichment Program. Monies will be used to allow students with limited resources to participate in the Baker School Enrichment Program. If you wish to contribute to this fund, please makes checks payable to the Baker School Extended Day and return with enrollment to: Baker School Enrichment Program C/o Baker Extended Day 205 Beverly Rd. Chestnut Hill Ma. 02467 -‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐-‐ Baker School Enrichment Program Scholarship Fund Contribution Form I am pleased to contribute $________ to the Baker School Enrichment Program Scholarship Fund. Name______________________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________ Town__________________ State _______ Zip ______________ Thank you. Your contribution will help make it possible for a child, who would otherwise be unable to, participate in the Baker School Enrichment Program Online Registration-‐ The Baker School Enrichment Program will be offering online registration. To register for classes please go to www.bsed.org or www.bsed.org/home/enrichment-‐program Here you will be able to fill out all parent/child information and enroll in classes. This will allow for a more convenient way to enroll your child in our many classes. There is a Pay Pal option for easy, one stop, enrollment.