Community Education. Katy Independent School District

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1 Katy Independent School District Community Education Spring 2016 learning and enrichment fun, fun, for for Classes Classes Foreign Languages Jewelry On-Line Classes Finance Business Dance Painting Computer Apps. College Expenses Baking Sewing Welding Guitar Archery Zumba Click here for more courses!

2 Enrollment in Spring Classes 2016 Please Read Community Education For the past 33 years, Katy ISD has operated a community education program that has grown to include almost 3000 participants per semester. The purpose of Community Education is to provide the general public with learning opportunities. These opportunities include self-improvement, enrichment, recreation, and academic courses. You are invited to take advantage of this opportunity to develop your interests, learn new skills and make new friends. If you are interested in a course that is not being offered, send your suggestions to Community Education, Katy ISD, 6301 South Stadium Lane, Katy, TX or Russell Faldyn at RussellJFaldyn@katyisd.org General Information The Community Education Program of Katy ISD is conducted for the benefit and enjoyment of community patrons. Classes are held on KISD campuses. Classes are offered for non-credit. Financial support for the program comes from the class fees. Payment for classes must, therefore, be received before students attend classes. Certificates of completion are issued for most classes. A minimum of 80% attendance is required to obtain a certificate of completion. Children are not to be brought to class. Classes will begin as scheduled without notification. No confirmation of enrollment is sent out and you will be notified only if the class is cancelled, or the schedule changes. Age Requirement Classes are offered for ages 18 and up regardless of where they live. Late Fees Community Education registration must be received three (3) business days prior to the first class meeting. If received later, a $10 late fee will be assessed.

3 Refund Policy The Community Education Program is funded solely from tuition. Once a class has made or is in progress, expenses for the teacher and materials are set. Therefore, the following procedures must be followed: For classes cancelled because of lack of enrollment, 100 percent of tuition will be refunded. For students who withdraw from a class after registration and before the second class meeting, 75 percent of the tuition will be refunded. No refund will be given after the second class meeting (whether the student has attended or not). Late fees are not refundable unless Katy Community Education cancels the class. Request for a refund must be made by contacting Katy ISD Community Education, It normally takes two to three weeks to process a refund check. Credit card refunds can normally be processed in two to three working days of the request. Returned Checks A $30.00 service fee will be collected for each returned check. Cancelled Classes Classes cancelled due to conflicts with regular school activities will be rescheduled. If Katy ISD cancels regular school classes because of weather or other reasons, Community Education classes are cancelled also. We will make every effort to call you if your class is cancelled, but we must have an accurate phone number. If your day or evening number changes, please update it with us. Holidays Community Education classes will not be held during regular school holidays, which include: January 18 (MLK ), March (Spring Break), March 25 (Holiday), May 27 (Holiday), May 30 (Memorial ). Check us out on our Website Katy ISD is a tobacco free school district. It is the policy of Katy ISD not to discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, religion, color, gender, age or national origin in its educational programs and/or activities including career and technology programs, nor in its employment practices. No-parking law strictly enforced Katy ISD police enforce the no-parking laws and violators are given traffic tickets that carry fines up to $ All no-parking zones are clearly marked. Also, there is no parking along curbs that are painted blue (except for vehicles with handicap designation) or painted red (fire zone). Katy Independent School District

4 4Easy Ways To Register... Registration will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you do not hear from us, you can assume you are enrolled. You will not be called to confirm that we ve received your registration. You will be notified of any time change, date change or class cancellation. Cancelled classes will be made up by extending the program. 1. Mail-In: (A) (B) CHECK - Fill out the registration form, make check or money order payable to Katy ISD Community Education. Mail to Community Education, 6301 S. Stadium Ln., Katy, TX MASTER CARD & VISA - Fill out the registration form to include credit/debit card number, expiration date, and name of cardholder, as it appears on the card. 2. Fax-In: Registrations charged to Master Card & VISA may be faxed to the Community Education office. Make a copy of the registration form and complete. DO NOT ENLARGE or REDUCE SIZE of registration form. Fax to Phone-In: Telephone Registration is available to individuals wishing to charge their fees to Master Card or VISA only! Please have the following information ready: course name and number, credit/debit card number, expiration date, and name of cardholder, as it appears on the card. Call Community Education at Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. 4. In-Person: You may register in the Community Education office, located in the KISD Educational Support Center at 6301 South Stadium Lane, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Late Registration: Registration must be received three business days prior to the first day of the class. A $10 late fee will be charged for late registration.

5 Smoking, Tobacco, and Alcohol are prohibited on school property. Parking is limited to designated parking spaces. Classes are expected to begin as scheduled, without notification. You will receive no confirmation of registration. You will be notified only if the class is cancelled. If you want a receipt for your payment, please provide a selfaddressed, stamped envelope. Use the forms provided to register for your course(s). Community Education Registration Form Mail registration form and payment to: KatyISD Community Education, 6301 S. Stadium Ln., Katy, TX Registration must be received three business days prior to the first class meeting to avoid a $10 late fee. Name: Last First MI Mailing Address City State Zip Code Address time Phone Home Phone Course No. Course Name Campus Course Tuition 75% refund prior to the second class NO REFUND after 2 nd class begins. CREDIT CARD INFORMATION MasterCard $30 fee will be charged on all returned checks Check # Cash Smoking, Tobacco, and Alcohol are prohibited on school property. Parking is limited to designated parking spaces. Receipt # VISA Card # Classes are expected to begin as scheduled, without notification. You will receive no confirmation of registration. You will be notified only if Exp. the Date class is cancelled. Cardholder s Name If you want a receipt for your payment, please provide a selfaddressed, stamped envelope. Use the forms provided to register for your course(s). Community Education Registration Form Mail registration form and payment to: KatyISD Community Education, 6301 S. Stadium Ln., Katy, TX Registration must be received three business days prior to the first class meeting to avoid a $10 late fee. Name: Last First MI Mailing Address City State Zip Code Address time Phone Home Phone Course No. Course Name Campus Course Tuition 75% refund prior to the second class NO REFUND after 2 nd class begins. $30 fee will be charged on all returned checks Check # Cash Receipt # CREDIT CARD INFORMATION MasterCard VISA Card # Exp. Date Cardholder s Name

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7 Harris County Adult Education ABE/GED/ESL Classes... 8 Recreation West Coast Swing... 9 West Coast Swing Adv... 9 Country & Western Dance: Beginner... 9 Social Ballroom Dance... 9 Just ONCE Piano: For Busy People... 9 Just ONCE Piano: How to Play by Ear Piano Bling Learn Piano On-Line Guitar: Beginner Guitar: Advancing Beginner Archery: Beginner Arts and Crafts Zentangle WaterColor WaterColor Intermediate Introduction to Dec. Painting w/ Acrylics Jewelry: Basic Wire Wrapping Jewelry: Working with Leather Jewelry: Basic Beading Bracelet Jewelry: Beginning Metalsmithing Jewelry: Beginning Metalsmithing Health/Personal Development Basic Handgun Texas License to Carry Handgun Gun Law Seminar U.S. Citizenship Interview Preparation CPR/AED/First Aid Radiant Lotus Women s Qi Gong Qi Gong: Tai Chi s Big Brother Zumba Fitness...15 Stress Management Through Zen Table of Contents Click on the course title for more details Academic Conversational Spanish Conversational Spanish Conversational Chinese Conversational Arabic Business Skills Paralegal Tutoring (online) Residential Property Management Become a Real Estate Entrepreneur Voice Overs...Now Is Your Franchising Key Steps to Starting a Business Work at Home as a Medical Transcriptionist.21 How to Start or Improve your Business Effective Decision-Making Finance Stock Market Fundamentals Fixed Income Investing Your Life, Your Retirement Planning for Financial Independence Taxes and College Expenses Budgeting Basics Why Pay More for College? Computers & Applications Get to Know Your Mobile APPS Microsoft Word 2013: Level Microsoft Excel 2013: Level Microsoft PowerPoint Adobe PhotoShop CC: Level Adobe PhotoShop CC: Level Other Activities SCUBA Diving Welding Personal Enrichment Sewing: Beginner Beginner Sewing & Alterations Sewing: Window Treatments & Interiors Upholstery Floral Desining for Vases Floral Designing in Floral Foam Fruit & Vegetable Carving Wilton Cake Decorating Wilton Cake Decorating Wilton Cake Decorating Valentine Cookie Baking Spring Bouquet Cupcakes Appreciation Cookies ACT/SAT Prep & On-Line Courses ACT/SAT Prep Courses - Sycamore ACT/SAT Prep Courses - Catalyst Online Defensive Driving Course Education To Go Barbara Denny George District Information Instructional Calendar Schools and Facilities Katy ISD Map... 36

8 ABE/GED AND ESL CLASS INFORMATION For Additional Information or Any Questions About GED and ESL Programs Call Harris County Department of Education (713) *Do Not Contact Katy Community Education* Regarding Adult Basic Education/ GED and ESL Classes Harris County Department of Education (713) REGISTRATION PROCEDURES FOR ESL, ABE or GED CLASSES (This does not apply to the Community Education classes.) Student s Orientation Students planning to register for any HCDE Adult Education classes are required to attend orientation annually. Students will not be placed in a class without going through orientation. Progress Assessment All students in ESL, ABE or GED classes are required to take progress tests at the end of the semester or when they stop attending classes. Age Requirement Students must be 18 years old on the day of enrollment. Underage documentation is required if a student is under 18. Underage documentation includes a high school withdrawal. Required Registration Documentation Every student must have a picture ID, complete the Harris County Department of Education registration form and either the BEST PLUS oral/best Literacy (for ESL) or the TABE (for GED) baseline test Enrollment Requirement Adult Basic Education and GED classes need a minimum of 15 students enrolled to start a class and ESL classes need a minimum of 20 students to start a class. If ABE or GED class attendance drops below 15 ADA (average daily attendance), classes may be combined. If ESL class attendance drops below 15 ADA (average daily attendance), classes may be combined.

9 The Following Classes Are Under the Direction of Katy ISD Community Education 0200 Recreation 0208A West Coast Swing: Beginner In this class you will learn the basics of West Coast Swing so you can start dancing instead of watching all the fun. You will learn basic 6-count & 8-count patterns, and start putting together patterns that you like. West Coast Swing is great for dancing to blues, hip hop, slower C&W polkas, and most any slower paced music. If you are looking for a challenge and a lot of fun then this class is for you. Partners are encouraged but not necessary, as we will rotate partners. Limit 30 students. Course No. 0208A.1 Milton Oglesby Thursdays 7:30 9:00 p.m. Cafeteria (9th grade center) Tuition $65 Meeting Dates January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March B West Coast Swing: Advancing Beginner For progressing West Coast Swing dancers that have taken the Beginner s class. Learn more basics and interesting patterns. Learn how to mix and match the patterns to suit you. Start styling your basics. Limit 30 students. Course No. 0208B.1 Milton Oglesby Thursdays 7:30 9:00 p.m. Cafeteria (9th grade center) Tuition $65 Meeting Dates March 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, A Country & Western Dance: Beginner This course covers the Texas Two Step, Polka, and more. Plan on having fun in a relaxed environment. Partners are not necessary, but encouraged. Limit 24 students. Larry Sepulvado Mondays 7:00-8:00 p.m. Cafeteria (9th grade center) Tuition $65 Course No. 0209A.1 Meeting Dates January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Course No. 0209A.2 Meeting Dates March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, A Social Ballroom Dance Come and learn how to Ballroom Dance in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Students will learn the basic to Waltz, Fox Trot, Swing, Tango, Rumba, Mambo and Cha-Cha. Partners are not needed, but encouraged. Limit 20 students. Course No. 0210A.1 Michael Balash Mondays 6:30-8:00 p.m. Cafeteria (9th grade center) Tuition $70 Meeting Dates January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, March A - Just ONCE Piano: For Busy People In just a few hours, you can learn enough to give you years of musical enjoyment. Traditional piano teachers teach note reading, while professional pianists use chords. In just this one session, you will learn all the chords you ll need to play any song. No prior musical instruction or knowledge is needed. A cost of $29 for workbook and practice CD is paid to instructor the first night of class. Course No. 0212A.1 Ed White Thursday 6:00 9:00 p.m (LGI) Tuition $40 Meeting Date February 4 Visit us on-line at 9

10 0213A - Just ONCE Piano: How to Play by Ear Learn one of music s deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on music. A very practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings and transposing; all expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to the Just ONCE Piano: For Busy People class and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Expand your musical horizon and free yourself from sheet music dependence. Be the life of the party! Prior experience with chords is recommended. A cost of $29 for workbook and practice CD is paid to instructor the first night of class. Course No. 0213A.1 Ed White Thursday 6:00 9:00 p.m (LGI) Tuition $40 Meeting Date May A - Piano Bling This three-hour workshop is a follow up to the Just ONCE Piano: For Busy People workshop. Piano Bling is a new class developed in response to student s questions about how to make their songs more interesting, or how to jazz them up a little. In this class you will learn over a dozen techniques to enhance simple versions of any song. If you are a beginner, then this class will help you become a better piano player. A cost of $29 for workbook and practice CD is paid to instructor the first night of class. Course No. 0214A.1 Ed White Thursday 6:00 9:00 p.m (LGI) Tuition $40 Meeting Date March A - Learn Piano On-Line Would you like to learn how to play piano? Do you have an internet connection? If so, then you can learn piano from the comfort of your own home! Every Friday for ten weeks you will be ed a 30 minute video piano lesson. This many lessons from a private teacher would easily cost you $250 or more. You will learn music reading, basic chords, hand position and how to play several of your favorite songs. Free sheet music and materials as well as weekly practice assignment are included with the class. Instructor T. J. Bazzoon has taught for 10 years. Course No. 0215A.1 T.J. Bazzoon On-Line Instructor Tuition $60 Start Date February A Guitar: Beginner This class will focus on fundamental guitar technique and musicianship. No prior skill or training is required. Students will learn basic technique, chord patterns and elements of musical style. The lessons will be applicable to all styles of music and will focus on practical and achievable musical results. An acoustic or electric guitar is required. Class is for adults ages 18 and older. Limit 10 students. David Langford 7:00 9:00 p.m Tuition $100 Course No. 0216A.1 Tuesdays Meeting Dates February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8 Course No. 0216A.2 Thursdays Meeting Dates February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 3, 10 Course No. 0216A.3 Tuesdays Meeting Dates March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, Katy Independent School District Community Education Spring 2016

11 0216B Guitar: Advancing Beginner This class will focus on improving guitar fundamentals and musicianship. Prior instruction is required. Students will practice basic technique, chord patterns and elements of musical style. The lessons will be applicable to all styles of music and will focus on practical and achievable musical results. An acoustic or electric guitar is required. Class is for adults ages 18 and older. Limit 10 students. Course No. 0216B.1 David Langford Thursdays 7:00 9:00 p.m Tuition $100 Meeting Dates March 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, A Archery: Beginner Archery is a recreational and challenging sport. Archery is not only for target shooting and hunting, but a rewarding sport for the whole family. This class will provide instruction on how to shoot, how to choose the right bow/arrows, and archery safety. Students are not required to furnish their own bows and arrows. Targets and a place to practice will be provided at no additional charge. Requirement: 16 years old or older. Limit 8 students. Tom Hooker 7:00 9:00 p.m. Local Archery Range Lakeview Rd. Katy, TX Tuition $100 Course No. 0217A.1 Mondays Meeting Dates February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, March 7 Course No. 0217A.2 Tuesdays Meeting Dates February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1, A The Art of Zentangle Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, fun way to create beautiful images. If you can draw a dot, a line, an S curve, and a circle, then you can learn this fascinating drawing technique. Learn to draw structured patterns using these elemental strokes and watch them emerge into works of art. We will start with beginner patterns, then gradually advance. No artistic experience necessary so anyone can join the fun. Materials cost of $15 is paid to the instructor the first night of class. Limit 12 students. Diane Wright, CZT Mondays 6:30 8:30 p.m Tuition $45 Course No. 0302A.1 Meeting Dates January 25, February 1, 8, 15 Course No. 0302A.2 Meeting Dates February 29, March 7, 21, A Watercolor This class is for those students who have never painted or who need a review of the basics of transparent watercolor, brush techniques, composition and color theory. A supply list will be provided at the first class. Limit 15 students. Course No. 0304A.1 Lynne Crawford Tuesdays 6:30 9:00 p.m (9th grade center) Tuition $100 Meeting Dates January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8, 22 Visit us on-line at 11

12 0304B Watercolor Intermediate In this class we will work on a different painting each week, concentrating on a compositional technique for each painting. You will need 3-6 single sheets of 140 lb. cold pressed watercolor paper, in addition to your watercolor paints and supplies. First Class: Bring any image already drawn on at least a half-sheet with a consideration toward using ONLY THREE PAINTS (red, yellow and blue) for color mixing. We will bring in our work for class critique each week. Limit 15 students. Course No. 0304B.1 Lynne Crawford Tuesdays 6:30 9:00 p.m (9th grade center) Tuition $85 Meeting Dates March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May A Introduction to Decorative Painting with Acrylics This course is designed especially for beginners. Students will learn to apply paint strokes that create simple, but fun & beautiful flowers, fruits, and leaves. The three projects completed will help you create future decorative designs which can be painted on wood, metal, furniture, etc. that can be used to decorate your home or as gifts. The instructor will provide the projects and necessary supplies. A supply fee of $60 is due to the instructor the first night of class. Registration deadline: Jan. 22nd. Limit 8 students. Course No. 0311A.1 Shar Gilman Tuesdays 6:30 9:00 p.m (9th grade center) Tuition $75 Meeting Dates February 23, March 1, 8, 22, 29, April D Jewelry Making: Basic Wire Wrapping - Necklace with a variety of wire-wrapped components Join us for this informative wire class. We will discuss tool usage and guidelines for using different types of wire. You will complete a fun, modern, necklace with a variety of wire-wrapped components and you will get a good foundation for basic wire wrapping. Registration deadline: 3pm, April 4th. A supply fee of $30 is due to Multiplicity on class day. Minimum 2 students. Limit 8 students. Course No. 0317D.1 Wednesday Tuition $30 Meeting Date April 6 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Multiplicity 1306 Ave. A, Katy, TX E Jewelry Making: Working with Leather - Leather Bracelet with Crystal and Gemstones In the class you will learn how to design and create jewelry with leather. You will measure and cut leather to custom fit your wrist and learn how to use decorative rivets to secure and/or embellish your customized jewelry. This class will give you basic knowledge to help you create your own designs and you will leave with a beautiful, on-trend bracelet. Registration deadline: 3pm, May 2nd. A supply fee of $35 is due to Multiplicity on class day. Minimum 2 students. Limit 8 students. Course No. 0317E.1 Wednesday Tuition $30 Meeting Date May 4 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Multiplicity 1306 Ave. A, Katy, TX To learn more about Multiplicity s classes and to see photos of projects, please visit and follow the calendar tab. 12 Katy Independent School District Community Education Spring 2016

13 0317F Jewelry Making: Basic Beading Multi-Strand Bracelet Love the look of multi-strands in a bracelet but not sure how to attach them? This class will have you doing simple tasks such as stringing beads, finishing off bracelets, as well as more advanced skills such as manipulation of multi-strands in one jewelry piece. Registration deadline: 3pm, January 25th. A supply fee of $40 is due to Multiplicity. Minimum 2 students. Limit 8 students. Course No. 0317F.1 Wednesday Tuition $30 Meeting Date January 27 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Multiplicity 1306 Ave. A, Katy, TX H Jewelry Making: Beginning Metalsmithing 1 - Hammered Wire Button Bracelet Learn how to shape wire and how to harden it so that it maintains its form, allowing you to make custom designed jewelry components. You will leave this class with a custom designed bracelet using vintage buttons that are connected to each other using hand formed and hammered copper components. Registration deadline: 3pm, February 15th. A supply fee of $25 is due to Multiplicity. Minimum 2 students. Limit 8 students. Course No. 0317H.1 Wednesday Tuition $30 Meeting Date February 17 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Multiplicity 1306 Ave. A, Katy, TX J Jewelry Making: Beginning Metalsmithing 2 - Formed Wire-Link Necklace Registration Prerequisite: Students must have participated in Beginning Metalsmithing 1. Learn how to shape wire and harden it so that it maintains its form, allowing you to make custom designed jewelry components. You will create a fun, free form, fauxlariat necklace using your formed and hardened wire links, vintage buttons and gemstones. Come and learn how to use wire to add a modern, contemporary touch to your fashion accessory wardrobe. Registration deadline: 3pm, February 29. A supply fee of $25 is due to Multiplicity. Min. 2, Max. 8 Students. Course No. 0317J.1 Wednesday Tuition $30 Meeting Date March 2 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Multiplicity 1306 Ave. A, Katy, TX Visit us on-line at Health&Personal Safety Individuals participating in any exercise or exercise program need to be aware of the possibility of a physical injury. Therefore, participants who voluntarily enroll in an exercise program do so, releasing and discharging Katy ISD from any and all claims or causes of actions. 0401A Basic Handgun 101 This class will cover basic handgun fundamentals. In this class, the student will be trained in all aspects of handgun safety from basic handling and sighting to how to clean and maintain the handgun. Students will also learn basic shooting stances, ammunition types, typical malfunctions, and how to safely store a handgun. The second day of class, the student will complete a live fire exercise at a the range utilizing a.22 caliber pistol. Students will be assisted by the instructors during the entire live fire exercise. $50 fee payable to the instructor the first night of class. Must be 18 years of age. This class prepares the student for the Texas License to Carry Handgun class. Limit 20 students. R. Ambuehl s Friday 5:30 8:30 p.m. Cane Island Outfitters 5815 Highway Blvd. Katy, Texas Tuition $35 Course No. 0401A.1 Meeting Dates February 5 Course No. 0401A.2 Meeting Dates March A Texas License to Carry Handgun Upon successful completion of the class, the student will be eligible to apply for a Texas License to Carry Handgun through the Texas Department of Public Safety. Subjects covered in the class are Use of Force, Non- Violent Dispute Resolution, Legal Aspects of Concealed Carry, and Safe Handling and Storage of Firearms. On the second day of class, students will be scheduled for the range qualification. Students must successfully complete a written test and a live fire qualification to pass the course. A $50 fee payable to the instructor the first night of class. Fee includes range fees. Must be 21 years of age. Limit 25 students. Cris Martinez & Jim Hoots s Tuesday & Wednesday 6:00 8:30 p.m. Cane Island Outfitters 5815 Highway Blvd. Katy, Texas Tuition $35 Course No. 0402A.1 Meeting Dates February 16, 17 Course No. 0402A.2 Meeting Dates March 22, 23 13

14 0404A Gun Law Seminar The Gun Law Seminar is sponsored by Texas Law Shield and Cane Island Outfitters. Hear experienced attorneys and law enforcement professionals separate legal fact from fiction; such as when you can legally shoot, what new Texas gun laws mean for you, and your second amendment rights. Course No. 0404A.1 Texas Law Shield Tuesday 6:30 9:00 p.m. Cafeteria Tuition $5 Meeting Dates February A - U.S. Citizenship Interview Preparation Enjoy your citizenship interview, not fear it! Remember that the next presidential election year is almost here and you must be a registered US citizen to vote. Appear for your citizenship interview with confidence and knowledge. Class is taught by a retired USCIS Officer who has conducted thousands of interviews. Class topics cover: N-400 Application for Naturalization; filing instructions; basic US history/ civics; relevant vocabulary; mock interview; study tips and much more. Class is taught in English and geared for lawful permanent residents who have or have not yet already filed form N-400. A mandatory workbook fee of $15 will be paid to the teacher (cash or check) on the first night of class. Limit 15 students. Marilyn Spalter Retired USCIS Officer s Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:00 9:00 p.m Tuition $80 Course No. 0405A.1 Meeting Dates January 26, 28, February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18 Course No. 0405A.2 Meeting Dates April 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, A - CPR/AED/First Aid American Heart Association Heartsaver Pediatric CPR and First Aid. Adult, child and infant CPR and first aid., & Defibrillator training. This 1-night course is appropriate for the corporate, industrial, construction, medical, fitness, or child care professional, as well as anyone simply interested in preparedness. The course includes basic first aid and rescue topics such as hemorrhage control, burns, seizures, asthma, bites and stings, diabetic emergencies, back care, etc. The course is an American Heart Association course and the certifications are valid for two years. Course No. 0407A.1 Cintas First Aid and Safety s Monday 5:30 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Library Tuition $95 Meeting Dates February A Radiant Lotus Women s Qi Gong This practice is meant to serve women from young adult through the continuing changes of the mature women. The focus is on learning the fluctuating patterns of life and the best techniques to balance spirit, emotion, mind and body. Many modalities will be discussed and practiced including: self-massage, fluid movements, acupressure, herbal remedies, essential oils, healing sounds, meditations, guided imagery, and progressive relaxation. If you or any of the women you love deal with PMS, hormonal headaches, cramping, cysts, fibroids, tumors, menopausal issues - fluctuating blood pressures, hot flashes, insomnia and countless other discomforts, the class may supply insights for useful change. (For women only. Yoga mat optional) Optional purchase of printed notes for $5 paid to the instructor. Course No. 0408A.1 Cynthia Graham RN, BSN 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuition $55 Mondays 1110 Meeting Dates April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 2 14 Katy Independent School District Community Education Spring 2016

15 0412A Qi Gong: Tai Chi s Big Brother Discover a simple, complete system to benefit overall wellness of the mind, body, and spirit. Qi Gong uses progressive relaxation, various breathing techniques, intention, visualization, and fluid movements to consciously direct the energy of the body for balance and healing. To complete the understanding of the full nature of Qi Gong, there will be an introduction to acupressure points and traditional herbal remedies. This is a Co-Ed Class, come dressed in comfortable clothes (similar to yoga attire), flat athletic shoes and bring a yoga mat. Optional purchase of printed notes for $5 paid to the instructor. No perfumes please. Course No. 0412A.1 Cynthia Graham RN, BSN 6:30 8:30 p.m. Tuition $55 Mondays 1110 Meeting Dates February 8, 15, 22, 29, March 21, A - Zumba Fitness This dance-fitness program will let you experience the joy of moving to rhythms of international music. The Latin-inspired program is for basic beginner dancers and active older adult, guaranteed to provide the participant with safe and effective total body workout. Bring a bottle of water and a mat to incorporate yoga poses for a total cool down and ease. Course No. 0413A.1 Beatriz Ceballos Mondays 7:15-8:45 p.m. Cinco Ranch Jr. High Cafeteria Tuition $65 Meeting Dates February 8, 15, 22, March 7, 21, 28, April A- Stress Management Through Zen Stress is one of the key factors of psychosomatic diseases and a variety of emotional dis-eases. We cannot eliminate stress in interpersonal relationships and our work environment but we can manage it well. A mismanaged stress leads to distress whereas a wellmanaged stress helps you grow. Learn how stress impacts your health and work performance. Identify Stressors in your daily living and help yourself and your family & friends by reducing the stressors. This course will teach you how to use The Martial Art of Mind to dissolve your unhealthy stress. A Zen approach will be practiced during all classes. Course No. 0415A.1 Dr. Masood A. Rahman Tuesdays 7:00 9:00 p.m (9th grade center) Tuition $50 Meeting Dates April 12, 19, 26, May Personal Enrichment 0501A Sewing: Beginner Students will learn how to use a sewing machine and select patterns based on their measurements. They will learn about different fibers/fabric construction and how to select suitable fabrics for projects. Students will learn various techniques and sewing skills. Students may bring their own sewing machines, but are not needed until the 3 rd class. Students using the school s sewing machines will be charged a $1 bobbin fee payable to the instructor. Note: 2 nd hour of the first class will be spent at a local fabric store. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0501A.1 Janette Cripps Mondays 7:00 9:00 p.m. Mayde Creek High School A-102 Tuition $125 Meeting Dates January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, March 7, 21, 28, April 4 Visit us on-line at 15

16 0501B Beginner Sewing & Alterations* Beginner sewing students: will learn how to use the sewing machine and select patterns based on their measurements. They will learn about different fibers and fabric construction and how to select suitable and wellmade fabrics for projects, as well as various techniques and sewing skills. Alterations students: need sewing experience and will bring a pair of pants to work on the first night of class. They will also learn to alter a jacket, shirt or blouse, vest, skirt and dress. Students may bring their own sewing machines. Limit 12 Students. Course No. 0501B.1 Larry Scranton The Tailor Thursdays 7:00 9:00 p.m. Mayde Creek High School A-102 Tuition $125 Meeting Dates January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 3, 10, 24, 31, April G Upholstery* This course is designed to acquaint students with the basic techniques used in upholstery. Learn fabric textiles, trim making, padding, lining and foam, button making & tufting, pattern making and stripping. Projects can be dining chair bottoms, bar stool seats, bench seats, ottomans, tufted wall panels or other small items. Purchasing supplies and tools will be discussed the first night of class. Limit 10 students Larry Scranton The Tailor Mayde Creek High School A-116 Course No. 0501G.1 Mondays 5:00 7:00 p.m. Tuition $125 Meeting Dates January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, March 7, 21, 28, April 4 Course No. 0501G.2 Tuesdays 5:00 9:00 p.m. Tuition $250 Meeting Dates January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8, 22, 29, April 5 *Classes taught by Larry Scranton will have an optional supply and tool use cost of $20 payable to instructor, or students may bring their own supplies, discussed on the first night of class. 0501D - Sewing: Window Treatments & Interiors* This class is designed for students who have basic sewing skills. Participants will learn how to select decorating fabrics and make several projects such as pillow shams, dust ruffles, duvet covers, curtains, valances, table runners, and cornice boards. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0501D.1 Larry Scranton The Tailor Mondays 7:00 9:00 p.m. Mayde Creek High School A-116 Tuition $125 Meeting Dates January 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, March 7, 21, 28, April A Floral Designing for Vases Come and enjoy the beauty of flowers! In this class, you will learn how to assemble a well-designed, structurally sound arrangement in a vase. Registration deadline: 3pm, February 5th. Minimum 4 students. Limit 10 students. Course No. 0503A.1 Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Multiplicity 1306 Ave. A, Katy, TX Tuition $90 (supplies included) Meeting Date February Katy Independent School District Community Education Spring 2016

17 0504A Floral Designing in Floral Foam In this class, students will learn about the basic materials used in floral arranging as well as the basic design concepts used in floral design. Students will create and take home a lovely arrangement perfect for gifts or party centerpieces. Registration deadline: 3pm, April 15th. Minimum 4 students. Limit 10 students. Course No. 0504A.1 Tuesday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Multiplicity 1306 Ave. A, Katy, TX Tuition $90 (supplies included) Meeting Date April A - Wilton Method Cake Decorating 1: Building Buttercream Skills Learn how to decorate cakes and sweet treats with basic buttercream techniques and six simple-to-pipe flowers that transform ordinary cakes into extraordinary results. The student will learn: how to make icing the right consistency, fill and use a decorating bag, ice and decorate a cake and other sweet treats, make six different buttercream icing flowers, pipe lines and make simple borders, letters and shapes, and transfer images to a cake. Students will receive a supply list prior to class starting. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0513A.1 Sara Beth Laird Tuesdays 6:00-8:30 p.m (Home Ec. ) Tuition $55 Meeting Dates January 26, February 2, 16, A Fruit & Vegetable Carving Fruit and vegetable carving is a form of art used to garnish foods on the table. These carvings can be used instead of flowers as a centerpiece. You can dye your own color choices and arrange them nicely. This art can be a special welcome to your guests at the dinner table and make a meal or special occasion with your family more enjoyable. Come learn this wonderful oriental art form for all your special occasions. A supply/ shopping list is ed to students a week before class begins. Limit 8 students. Course No. 0506A.1 Arlai Ford Mondays 6:30 9:00 p.m Tuition $50 Meeting Dates February 1, 8, 15, B - Wilton Method Cake Decorating 2: Flowers and Cake Design Prerequisite for this class: Cake Decorating 1 Learn how to create professional looking flowers and designs made from royal icing. You will learn how to make life like rosebuds, pansies, and violets, plus detailed patterns such as Cornelli lace, basket weave, and brush embroidery designs. Students will receive a supply list prior to class starting. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0513B.1 Sara Beth Laird Tuesdays 6:00-8:30 p.m (Home Ec. ) Tuition $55 Meeting Dates March 1, 8, 22, 29 Visit us on-line at 17

18 0513C - Wilton Method Cake Decorating 3: Gum Paste and Fondant Prerequisite for this class is: Cake Decorating 1. Learn how to work with fondant and gum paste, from covering your cakes to cutting shapes and painting on fondant. You will learn to prepare and color gum paste and fondant, cover a cake with fondant, create different types of bows and flowers, including the calla lily, rose and carnation as well as design and complete a cake with shapes and flowers from the course. Students will receive a supply list prior to class starting. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0513C.1 Sara Beth Laird Tuesdays 6:00-8:30 p.m (Home Ec. ) Tuition $55 Meeting Dates April 5, 12, 19, B - How to Create a Spring Bouquet Of Cupcakes Learn easy buttercream decorating techniques that you can use to turn cupcakes into beautiful flowers. Then you will arrange the cupcake flowers into a stunning bouquet to help sweetly usher in the Spring season. Students will receive a supply list prior to class starting. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0515B.1 Sara Beth Laird Monday 6:00-8:30 p.m (Home Ec. ) Tuition $20 Meeting Dates April A - Valentine Cookie Baking & Decorating Discover accessible techniques for decorating beautiful sugar cookies that will be a hit for Valentine s! Learn how to decorate cookies that will be remembered long after they ve been gobbled up. You will mix and bake cookies on the first night of class and learn common cookie-baking mishaps such as burned edges, misshapen cookies and pan preparation. You will also learn drying and packaging techniques. Each student will take home 6 of their own perfectly decorated sugar cookies. A class supply fee of $10 is due to the instructor the first night of class. Students will receive a supply list prior to class starting. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0515A.1 Sara Beth Laird Monday & Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m (Home Ec. ) Tuition $30 Meeting Dates February 8, C - Appreciation Cookie Baking & Decorating This year, don t just give the teacher an apple; give her a cookie that looks like an apple! In this class you will learn easy techniques for decorating beautiful sugar cookies. You will mix and bake cookies on the first night of class as well as address common cookie-baking mishaps. You will also learn how to create adorable school-themed designs using decadent royal icing as well as learn drying and packaging techniques. Each student will take home 6 of their own perfectly decorated sugar cookies. A class supply fee of $10 is due to the instructor the first night of class. Students will receive a supply list prior to class starting. Limit 12 students. Course No. 0515C.1 Sara Beth Laird Monday & Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m (Home Ec. ) Tuition $30 Meeting Dates May 9, Katy Independent School District Community Education Spring 2016

19 0600 Academic 0620A Conversational Spanish I In this course you will be able to gain an active command of beginning Spanish. Although emphasis will be placed on some writing. Grammar necessary to learn the language will be included. Additional emphasis will be placed on culture and customs of Spanish-speaking people. Books will be available for $25 on the first night of class. Limit 25 students. Sandra Starnes s Tuesdays & Thursdays 2003 (9th grade center) Tuition $140 Meeting Dates February 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, March 1, 3, 8, 10 Course No. 0620A.1 5:00-7:00 p.m. Course No. 0620A.2 7:00-9:00 p.m. 0620B Conversational Spanish II This course includes continuous reinforcement of the basic skills of Spanish I, and will extend your Spanish-speaking ability by providing additional guided practice sessions and vocabulary development. Books will be available for $25 on the first night of class. (Same book used for Spanish I) Limit 25 students. Sandra Starnes s Tuesdays & Thursdays 2003 (9th grade center) Tuition $140 Meeting Dates March 22, 24, 29, 31, April 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Course No. 0620B.1 Course No. 0620B.2 5:00-7:00 p.m. 7:00-9:00 p.m. 0626A Conversational Chinese I In this course you will be able to gain an active command of beginning Mandarin Chinese. Although emphasis will be placed on understanding and speaking, time will be spent on reading and some writing. Enough grammar necessary to learn the language will be included. Additional emphasis will be put on culture and customs of Chinese-speaking people. Books will be available for $30 on the first night of class. Course No. 0626A.1 Li Luo Tuesdays 7:00-9:00 p.m Tuition $140 Meeting Dates February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May A Conversational Arabic I This class is for beginners. will be spent on speaking, learning a lot of vocabulary, sentence structure, as well as writing and reading the alphabetical letters. Also some grammar necessary to learn the language will be included. At the end of this course, the student will be able to introduce themselves and engage in a conversation, as well as read and write some words. Books will be available for $15 on the first night of class. Limit 15 students Course No. 0627A.1 Hebatalla Abdelnaim s Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:00-9:00 p.m Tuition $140 Meeting Dates February 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, March 1, 3, 8, 10, 22, 24 Visit us on-line at 19

20 0700 Business Skills 0700A Paralegal Tutoring Online Certificate Program Midwest Paralegal Studies in partnership with Katy ISD Community Education, is offering a 12-month Paralegal certificate of completion. For program details and questions, contact the instructor, Mr. Zoran Perovanovich via , zoran1990@juno.com or visit the website This professional non-credit program is recommended for those in the legal profession seeking advancement or for someone interested in a career change. It is open to anyone with a high school diploma/ged. This course begins with a FREE orientation seminar at this link: $195 per course includes study materials online. Classes are: Paralegal Research, Jurisprudence, Litigation, Management & Career. the instructor before registration for free orientation & advising. Include your address with registration. Course No. 0700A.1 Mr. Zoran Perovanovich Online Instruction Tuition $195 each class Starting Dates February 4 April 7 June A Become a Real Estate Entrepreneur: Single Family Homes*Duplexes* Apartments*Commercial Shopping Strips Becoming a Real Estate Investor Entrepreneur can be very profitable and a vehicle for creating long-term wealth if managed properly. Investing in real estate gives the investor many benefits that other methods of investment cannot: income, capital appreciation, tax benefits, etc. However, you must know what you are doing in order to avoid costly mistakes. This course will help navigate you through those steps and to what type of investing best suits you. Materials/reference guide cost of $25 per student is to be paid to the instructor the first night of class. Course No. 0705A.1 Tisha Yvonne Matticks s Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 7:00-9:00 p.m Tuition $60 Meeting Dates January 25, 26, A Residential Property Management: Who is responsible for your property, you or the tenant? Thinking of creating a Property Management Company or becoming a Landlord; One can be stress free when managing property, if you know what you re doing. Being a landlord is another type of building capital income. Just like any other business, you must know what you are doing in order to avoid costly mistakes. This course will help navigate you through those steps and how to get started, or how to be a better property manager or landlord if you already manage property. Materials/reference guide cost of $25 per student is to be paid to the instructor the first night of class. Course No. 0703A.1 Tisha Yvonne Matticks s Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 7:00-9:00 p.m Tuition $60 Meeting Dates February 1, 2, A VOICE-OVERS... NOW IS YOUR TIME! YOU VE HEARD BRIAN THON ON TV AND RADIO COMMERCIALS! Now hear Brain LIVE as he illustrates how YOU could actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films and videos! Most people go about it the wrong way. Brian will show you a unique, outside the box way to cash in on one of the most lucrative full or part-time careers out there! This is a business that you can handle on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with practically no overhead! And NOW is the best time to make this happen as new companies are looking for new voices like never before. This exciting and fun class could be the game changer you ve been looking for. Brian Thon s voice can be heard on commercials and narrations for such clients as: professional sports teams to Fortune 500 companies, from GE Healthcare to Fox News. Course No. 0708A.1 Brian Thon Monday 6:30-8:30 p.m (LGI) Tuition $40 Meeting Date February 22 Katy Independent School District Community Education Spring 2016

21 0710A Franchising 101: Is Franchising Right for Me? This course will teach you how to properly investigate buying a franchise by making an educated buying decision. Key topics of discussion will include: advantages/disadvantages of franchising vs. opening a business, types of franchises available, financing options, retail vs. service comparison, hot industry profiles, Franchise Disclosure Document overview, and much more. Mr. Maeker has extensive Director/ Senior Director level experience in franchising. He is a franchise consultant with FranChoice, the premier group of Franchise Consultants in the country and a nationally published and recognized expert in franchise consulting. Stephen Maeker Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m Tuition $20 Course No. 0710A.1 Meeting Date January 28 Course No. 0710A.2 Meeting Date April A - Key Steps to Starting a Business This course will teach participants key considerations that need to be evaluated prior to deciding whether or not to start your own business. Agenda includes: entrepreneurship, advantages and disadvantages of owning a business, primary motivations, key characteristics, research process and business plan, financing and administrative tasks, franchise comparison and business model comparisons and fear. Stephen Maeker Thursday 7:00-8:30 p.m Tuition $20 Course No. 0711A.1 Meeting Date February 4 Course No. 0711A.2 Meeting Date April A Work at Home as a Medical Transcriptionist Medical transcription is a $12 billion industry annually in the U.S.! Discover how to get started, obtain work experience, investigate how much money you will make, perform medical transcription via the internet, and avoid making common mistakes. Whether you are just exploring possibilities or are already experienced, this class is for you! Work through a large workbook. Your instructor has been a medical transcriptionist for more than 20 years, operates a large MT business and has taught for many other programs. Any questions? Contact Deborah directly: info@medtranscription.com. A $20 workbook fee payable to instructor at time of class. Course No. 0712A.1 Deborah Burns Monday 6:00-9:00 p.m Tuition $50 Meeting Date February A - How to Start or Improve your Business Are you tired of being over worked at your job, underpaid, or other problems? Are you not sure what type of business to start and what is involved? We will review a comprehensive and structured process with supporting documents for you to start or improve your business. Included is a personal follow up meeting with each student to answer questions and how we can help. Material cost of $40 payable to instructor on the first night of class. Dale Tyson Monday & Tuesday 7:00-9:00 p.m Tuition $40 Course No. 0713A.1 Meeting Date January 25, 26 Course No. 0713A.2 Meeting Date February 22, 23 Visit us on-line at 21