Spring 2016 January 25, 2016 Dear Parents/Guardians: We are pleased to announce the Spring 2016 session of the New Milford After School Enrichment Academy. Enrichment Academy classes will begin on Wednesday, February 17, 2016. See course descriptions for specific class meeting dates. Children may attend any age appropriate course in any building. Parents must provide transportation to classes outside their child s home school. What parents need to know: Courses will be staffed by New Milford teachers. Course fees will vary. Materials are included unless otherwise indicated. Course enrollments must meet minimum requirements in order to run. Course enrollments are limited. Parents are strongly advised to register early. Courses will run from 3:30-4:30pm unless otherwise indicated. Waiting List Classes will be filled as registration forms are received. Waiting lists will be maintained for all filled classes. Parents will be notified if spots open. Arrival and Departure Parents must provide transportation to classes outside their child s home school. Parents must indicate on registration form if their child will walk home or be picked up at 4:30pm. It is expected that children will be picked up promptly at class end. Inclement Weather Class Cancellations Student Absence Enrichment classes will follow the school calendar. Enrichment classes will not be held if school is closed for any reason including emergency or weather related closings. Enrichment classes may be cancelled due to teacher emergency. Last minute cancellations will be announced during the school day. Parents will be notified at the email address and telephone numbers specified on registration form. It is expected that parents will check for messages regarding cancellations. Teachers will make every attempt to reschedule classes cancelled by teacher emergency. Parents are requested to advise instructor if student will be absent for any reason. There is no credit for missed classes. A child who is too ill to attend school is too ill to attend Enrichment Academy class. Please feel free to contact Laura Impomeni with any questions 201-261-0939 x5018 limpomeni@newmilfordschools.org
New Milford Board of Education Paige Ryan President Daniel Conner Vice President John Bigger Christine Giancola John Heinemann Judith Rabinowitz-McSweeney Laura O Grady Christopher Ryan Joseph Steele Administration Michael A. Polizzi Superintendent of Schools Danielle M. Shanley Director of Curriculum and Instruction Michael Sawicz Business Administrator/Board Secretary Patricia Aufiero Principal Berkley Street Elementary School Scott Davies Principal B. F. Gibbs Elementary School James DeLalla Principal David E. Owens Middle School For program questions, please call Laura Impomeni, Program Coordinator, at 201.261.0939, x5018 or email at limpomeni@newmilfordschools.org
After School Enrichment Academy course offerings are based upon teacher interest and availability. Spring 2016 course offerings include: A-maize-ing Popcorn! American History Boston Trip Baking in Mugs Cheerleading Chess Children s Yoga Curious Crafters Energize Your Math! Jewelry Making Legos and K Nex Play Doh Creative Workshop Rocketry Soy Candle Making #101 A-maize-ing Popcorn! Ms. Harvey This is the place for popcorn lovers! Students will learn all about popcorn through a variety of art, literature, science, math,health, and social studies activities. You can look forward to tastetesting, popcorn games, popcorn experiments, popcorn crafts, and popping your favorite snack. Who s ready to start popping? This class is NOT recommended for students with food allergies Gibbs Room 100 K-2 Tuesdays 6 sessions February 23, March 1,8, 15, 22, 29 $120
#102 American History Boston Trip Mr. Cottiers Students will be able to experience 3 different eras in American History as we travel to Boston to explore the Freedom Train from the American Revolution, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, and finally a state of the art World War 2 museum. DEOMS Room 111 Pre-Trip meetings: April 20 th and April 27 th Overnight Trip: May 5 th -6th $210*includes transportation to Boston, hotel, museum entrance, snacks and meals #103 Baking in Mugs Ms.Knappenberger & Ms. Joyce. If you love baking on a budget and are not so savvy in the kitchen, then this class is for you! Students who participate in this baking class will be making different desserts, using a mug and the microwave. No previous baking skill is necessary! All materials will be provided and at the end of the class, students will be able to take home their personalized mug and all seven recipes! This class is NOT recommended for students with food allergies. Thursdsays 8 sessions February 18, 25 March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 April 7 DEOMS 201 $120 #104 Cheerleading Ms. Lyons Come learn how to be a cheerleader! This class will emphasize fitness while incorporating cheer and cheer techniques. Students will learn teamwork, school spirit and have a blast! Comfortable clothes and sneakers required. Students will be given their own set of Pom- Poms to keep! Berkley Gym 2-5 Thursdsays 8 sessions February 18, 25 March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 April 7 $110
#105 Chess Club Mr. Kilic Chess is a game of mental skill that has been shown to improve concentration, creativity, and memory among other things. Success at chess requires no luck, only know-how, skill and strategy. DEOMS Computer Lab Thursdays 10 sessions February 18, 25 March 3, 10, 17,24,31 April 7, 21,28 #106 Children s Yoga Mrs. Rutigliano Help build strength and flexibility with physically challenging postures and flowing sequences. Promote self-confidence, awareness and control. Visualization and breathing exercises are used for overall balance and concentration, which can be applied toward everyday situations. Partner and group poses are emphasized. Age appropriate yoga games are included in every class. Class is 1 hour. Students should bring their own yoga mats. Berkley Library 3-5 Wednesdays 9 sessions February 17,24 March 2,9,16,23,30 April 20, 27 #107 Curious Crafters Mrs. Reuter Are you ready to have fun and be creative? Have you ever wanted to make a tie dyed shirt using Sharpies, make flowers out of tissue paper, or painting with Q- tips? This class offers creative opportunities for those who love to craft while exploring new techniques. Gibbs 112 B 1-5 Tuesdays 6 sessions February 23, March 1, 8, 15,22,29
#108 Energize your Math! Ms. Ferlise Build your brainpower, perseverance, and concentration while engaging in interactive mathematical challenges that are applicable to everyday life. Handson activities encourage students to sharpen their problem-solving, critical thinking and team work skills. Practice applying math in a practical, collaborative setting. Energize Your Math will foster confidence and a deeper understanding of mathematics! DEOMS 203 Tuesdays 10 sessions February 23, March 1, 8, 15, 22,29 April 5, 19, 26 May 3 $125 #109 Jewelry Making Mrs. DellaMonica Embrace your creative side with jewelry making! Each week we will create a new item using different techniques and materials such as beads and clay. Come learn how to make a necklace, bracelet, ring, keychain and more! Gibbs 121 2-5 Thursdays 6 sessions February 18, 25 March 3, 10, 17, 24 #110 Legos and K Nex Ms. Dickinson Calling all future architects and engineers! Using Legos and K'NEX, you ll be able to build with your friends and create some awesome structures! We will learn to follow a model, but we will have time to make our own creations as well! Gibbs 108 1-2 Fridays 8 sessions February 19, 26 March 4, 11, 18 April 1, 8,22 $125
#111 Play-Doh Creative Workshop Ms. Perez Create and mold play-doh in a fun and relaxed environment! Use your imagination to create. Children will make and take home play-doh the last class. Gibbs 103 K-1 Wednesdays 8 sessions February 17, 24, March 2,9,16,23,30 April 20 #112 Rocketry Mr. Ivchenko Students will learn the basic design of rockets, the physics behind them, and their history and significance. They will also understand the more practical aspects as they build their own rocket and launch it! DEOMS 114 Tuesdays 8 sessions March 8, 15, 22, 29 April 5, 19, 26 May 3 $120 #113 Soy Candle Making Ms. Dalmar Candle making is an exciting craft to make! Students will enjoy creating and personalizing their very own soy candles in a color of their choice. Design one-of-a kind candles from a large selection of kid-inspired scents such as cotton candy or birthday cake! No experience necessary! Gibbs room 111 3-5 Please note: there are two sections to choose from. Fridays 5 sessions each: February 19, 26 March 4, 11, 18 OR April 1, 8, 22, 29 May 6 $120
REGISTRATION INFORMATION 1. Registration period begins immediately. Registration closes Thursday, February 11, 2016. All completed registration forms and checks must be received by that date. 2. Class registration form will be on school websites to print at home; extra copies will be available in school offices. 3. A separate check and registration form is mandatory for each class. Please provide separate checks if registering siblings. Cash cannot be accepted. Please make your check payable to New Milford Board of Education. Separate checks for each class please. 4. Completed registration form and check should be mailed to: B.F. Gibbs Elementary School, 195 Sutton Place, New Milford, NJ 07646, Attn: Laura Impomeni, After School Enrichment Academy Program Coordinator, or dropped off in Main Office at Berkley, Gibbs, or DEO Middle School. 5. Classes will be filled in order of registration receipt by Program Coordinator. Parents are strongly urged to register early as class enrollments are limited. Parents will receive registration confirmation via e-mail. Waiting lists will be maintained as necessary. 6. Classes may be cancelled due to teacher emergency. These last minute cancellations will be announced during the school day. Parents will be notified of cancellations at the e-mail address and phone numbers listed on the Registration Form. It is the parent s responsibility to check for messages regarding class cancellations that may be left at the e-mail address and phone numbers provided. 7. Teachers will make every attempt to reschedule classes cancelled by teacher emergency. 8. Parents are requested to advise instructor if student will be absent for any reason. There is no credit for missed classes. 9. The After School Enrichment Academy is a self funding program. Tuition income is necessary to meet program expenses. We cannot, therefore, issue refunds.
NEW MILFORD AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM SPRING 2016 Student Name: Parent Contact Name: REGISTRATION FORM: PLEASE PRINT Phone: Parent Contact: E-mail Secondary Contact: Name Student Address: Grade: HR Teacher/School: Phone: Enrichment Class Number: Enrichment Class Name: Day: Class Fee: $ (Checks to be made out to New Milford Board of Ed) (Separate checks for each class please) Is there anything the Enrichment teacher needs to know about your child (asthma, food allergies, Epi-pen, diabetes, etc.)? ****I grant permission for my child to participate in the After School Enrichment Academy as detailed above.**** Parent Signature: Date: Please complete following After School Enrichment Dismissal Directive: At dismissal, my child will: Walk home Be dismissed to Knight Care Be picked up** by parent or by alternate: Relationship/Name of Alternate Alternate Phone: **Please have your child picked up promptly at class end. Registration form and check should be mailed to: B. F. Gibbs Elementary school 195 Sutton Place New Milford, NJ 07646 Attn.: Laura Impomeni After School Enrichment Academy Program Coordinator. or dropped off in Main Office at Berkley, Gibbs, or DEO Middle School Registration Deadline: February 11, 2016 Additional forms available in the Berkley, Gibbs and DEO Main Office