ACS Athens After School Programs - Elementary School - 2nd semester 2012 - 2013 by ACS Athens

AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMS 2012-2013 2nd Semester ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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ACS ATHENS: AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL The After School Learning Enhancement Program is a program that extends learning beyond the school day and provides a supportive environment for our students at ACS Athens. The program is designed to help students develop a strong sense of their own learning processes and to provide them with a strong academic, social and emotional foundation for their schoolwork. All of the programs described in this guide have been designed to improve and maximize each studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning potential. All of the courses are led by teachers with a background in special education and who have the knowledge and expertise to enhance learning. Students will learn to apply basic skills and learning strategies to their work in their academic classes, so that they may be successful. In order to best meet the needs of individual students, LEP After School classes have been designed with sensitivity to grade levels, age groups and diversity issues. After School classes target discrete student needs and give emphasis to specific learning outcomes in mathematics, reading and writing and completion of homework. What really makes the difference is the way in which these classes are delivered. To enhance what we have identified as key elements of high performance, LEP After School classes utilize curricula and teaching methods that make learning fun and exciting. Each After School class is staffed with qualified personnel, maintaining a ratio of one adult for every 2-3 students. The reading and math support classes will run with a ratio of one teacher for every 2 students.

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ACS ATHENS: AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM 2012-2013 Elementary School Schedule

15:4516:45

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Homework

ESL Support

Exploration Through Art Therapy

ESL Support

Reading & Writing Support

Study/ Organization Skills

Test Taking Skills

Math Support*

Homework

16:4517:45

*The students may attend once per week, twice per week or three times per week, according to their needs. The cost is €500, €1000 and €1500 for the semester respectively.

Elementary School

ACS Athens Homework Study Program A program designed for students in all grade levels The After-School Homework Study Program is designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and understanding of core concepts through enriching learning opportunities that complement the school day. The goal is to link the after-school program with students’ learning experiences in the classroom in order to improve their academic achievement. Students will benefit in measurable ways from the additional support they will receive from this program. Last year’s staff, along with other highly skilled and qualified professionals, will supervise the program. They will have use of the library, online resources and interactive boards. Emphasis will be given to reinforcing skills such as good study habit development, organizational techniques, skills and strategies for managing and completing homework assignments, test taking strategies, and time management strategies for planning ahead. This will result in students’ returning home with all, or most, of their homework completed, leaving them time for leisure activities and family pursuits.

This after-school homework study program is open to all Elementary students. Sessions for Elementary School students will run daily from 15:45 - 16:45 and from 16:45 – 17:45. Elementary School students must be picked up by their parents/guardians at 16:45 or 17:45 from the front steps of the Elementary School Building. Program cost per semester: Elementary School: 900 euro for 3 hours a week 1200 euro for 4 hours a week 1400 euro for 5 hours a week 1600 euro for 6 hours a week 2500 euro for 10 hours a week The program’s Instructors will: Provide homework support. Teach strategies and skills. Ensure that the academically-linked activities are engaging. Give students the opportunity to gain the confidence they need to become successful and independent learners. Work with students in small groups of 2-3 students. nd

Location: Elementary School Building: 2 floor Second Semester dates: Daily from 15:45 - 16:45 & 16:45 - 17:45 January: February: March: April: May:

28, 29, 30, 31 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15,18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31

Activity Name / Title

Age Group: Elementary School

READING / WRITING SUPPORT PROGRAM Day(s): Fridays Time: 15:45-16:45 Location: Elementary School Building

Description The After School Reading/ Writing Support Program is designed to assist students that are struggling with the English language, at the reading, writing and oral level, in order to obtain the necessary skills to be successful in the Language Arts discipline. The focus of the program at all school levels is to provide phonemic awareness through the use of visual, auditory and kinesthetic means and to expose the students to meaningful literature of various cultures and genres. The program also includes a grammar component which will address correct sentence structure and organization in writing. Our goal is for our students to develop a love for reading and writing by providing a strong foundation in the English language.

Instructor: Chrysoula Ploutou, ploutouc@acs.gr Chrysoula Ploutou earned her Bachelor’s degree, in Psychology and Elementary Education from Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts, U.S.A. Her Master’s degree in Education was also achieved from Clark University. She acquired her Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS) in Special Education from Fairfield University. Ms. Ploutou is a certified licensed teacher in the state of Connecticut. Ms. Ploutou has been a teacher in the public school system in the United States and in international schools in Greece since 1997. She has taught JK, K, first, second, fourth grade and was a Middle School Optimal Learning Program Specialist. Currently she is the Optimal Learning Program Coordinator, supervising all three schools, Elementary School, Middle School and Academy through the department of Student Services. This is Ms. Ploutou’s sixth year working at ACS Athens and her forth year working in the Optimal Learning Program. She is providing students with strategies to acquire the skills necessary to be successful in school and in their lives. She encourages differentiation in the classroom in order to make learning meaningful, focusing on students’ strengths and talents.

Schedule (January 2013 – May 2013) February: March: April: May:

1, 8, 15, 22 1, 8, 15, 22 5, 12, 19 10, 17, 31

Program Cost per Semester: €500 Minimum Number of Students Required: 2

Activity Name / Title

Age Group:

Grades 1-5

MATH SUPPORT PROGRAM Day(s): Mondays- Tuesdays-Thursdays Time: 15:45-16:45 Location: Elementary School Building

Description The After-School Math remedial class will support students who face difficulties in mathematics. This class will support the students’ individual needs through revision and innovative, hands-on, instruction. Manipulatives and the TouchMath program will also be used in order to support and build on numerical concepts that have been covered in class during the school day.

Instructor: Irene Soteres, soteresi@acs.gr Irene Soteres was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. She attended Oglethorpe University where she earned her BA in Education. She then received her Master Degree in Education from Georgia State University. She has been teaching for 19 years. She has experienced teaching students from Junior Kindergarten to Adult Education. She has been teaching at the American Community Schools of Athens for the past 11 years. Currently she is teaching 4th grade. Ms. Soteres has presented twice at TESOL, Athens. The presentations focused on teaching techniques and drama in the classroom as well as interdisciplinary units in the classroom. She has attended a number of local educational seminars. In addition she has earned graduate credits from the University of Indianapolis. She recently presented at the European Council of International Schools 2012 in Athens, Greece. Ms. Soteres is an active member of the ACS Athens community. She has authored a number of articles for the school magazine ETHOS and she has attended the Learning Differences conferences hosted by ACS Athens for the past 3 years. At present, Ms Soteres is participating in the CLC (Collaborative Learning Community) at ACS Athens and she is a co-advisor of the Turtle Club in the Elementary School.

Instructor: Matt Perroni, perronim@acs.gr Matt Perroni is currently a 3rd grade teacher at ACS Athens. He has taught grades 2 through 4 over the past 7 years and loves to bring his love of technology and math into the classroom. He has taught multiple math curriculums and is up to date on the latest Common Core Standards. He has a large repertoire of math activities and games that help reinforce math concepts and skills and make learning fun. He is very excited to be working in such small groups helping kids with math in After School program. Schedule (January 2013 – May 2013)

Mondays January: February: March: April: May:

Tuesdays 28 4, 11, 18, 25 4, 11 1, 8, 15, 22 13, 20, 27

January: February: March: April: May:

Thursdays 29 5, 12, 19, 26 5, 12 2, 9, 16, 23 14, 21, 28

Program Cost per Semester: €500 (for one day a week) Minimum Number of Students Required: 2

January: February: March: April: May:

31 7, 14, 21, 28 7, 14, 21, 28 4, 11, 18, 25 9, 16, 30

Activity Name / Title

Age Group: Elementary School

STUDY /ORGANIZATION SKILLS Day(s): Tuesdays Time: 15:45-16:45 Location: Elementary School building.

Description The Study Skills / Organization Program aims to provide students with the ability to manage their time and workload effectively and efficiently. In this program, interesting and creative activities are employed so that students will learn several timemanagement, organizational and study methods. Students will have the opportunity to discover which skills and tricks suit their individual needs and will be shown how to apply them successfully. Furthermore, they will obtain knowledge on various strategies, which will enhance their performance and make studying easier and therefore more pleasant. As a result, students are expected to attain the skills necessary to feel confident with studying in order to transform their most dreaded activity into a manageable task!

Instructor: Spyridoula Kalogirou, spyrkal@gmail.com Ms. Spyridoula Kalogirou holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in School Psychology from the University of Athens. She has also received specialized training in teaching strategies for students with learning difficulties. Ms. Kalogirou is a licensed psychologist. She has worked with students aged 5-14 with general learning difficulties, dyslexia, ADHD and autism/ Asperger’s syndrome. She has experience in performing psycho-educational assessments, as well as teaching remedial classes, providing students with the necessary skills that will help them improve their academic performance, while supporting them emotionally and assisting them to acquire a positive self-image and attitude towards learning. This is Ms. Kalogirou’s third year at ACS Athens, working as a shadow teacher under the Institute’s Learning Enhancement Programs, as well as an instructor at the After School programs. She also works independently with students with learning difficulties. Schedule (January 2013 – May 2013) January: February: March: April: May:

29 5, 12, 19, 26 5, 12 2, 9, 16, 23 14, 21, 28

Program Cost per Semester: €500 Minimum Number of Students Required: 2

Activity Name / Title

Age Group: Elementary School

TEST TAKING SKILLS Day(s): Thursdays Time: 15:45-16:45 Location: Elementary School building.

Description Throughout school, college and university students are mostly assessed through quizzes, tests and exams. Given that many times half, or even more, of a class’ final grade is based on test performance, knowing how to score well on examinations becomes a vital skill. Even though we may take this skill for granted because it seldom becomes a topic of discussion in the classroom setting and/or because we think that “if one studies enough they get good grades”, test-taking requires a certain set of skills that can drastically change a student’s performance. In fact, scoring poorly on tests many times has nothing to do with low IQ or little studying, but rather with lack of appropriate skills on how to take a test. In this course students learn how to prepare for tests, how to take tests of all types and formats (meaning: oral, true/false, essay, short answer, math, multiple choice, and even open-book tests), and how to assess their performance and themselves after the test in order to improve for next time. Furthermore, testanxiety, a factor that has enormous influence on test performance, is addressed and alleviated.

Thursdays January: February: March: April: May:

31 7, 14, 21, 28 7, 14, 21, 28 4, 11, 18, 25 9, 16, 30

Program Cost per Semester: €500 Minimum Number of Students Required: 2

Activity Name:

Age Group: Grades 1-3

ESL LESSONS Day(s): Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 15:45 - 16:45 Location: Elementary School Building

Description The ESL support program is designed for students who use English as a second language. The program offers a holistic instruction of the English language through phonemic awareness, reading, writing awareness, vocabulary building, speaking and use of grammar. The learning topics will be relevant to the students’ age group and background knowledge. The course is intended to boost the students’ confidence in using the English language as well as to equip them with the necessary language skills needed for their academic success.

Instructor: Vassiliki Stefanou, vassiliki6362@gmail.com Vassiliki Stefanou holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the American College of Greece (Deree College) and a Master of Science in Counseling Studies from the University of Hull in the UK. Ms. Stefanou is also a certified ESL teacher (Cambridge CELTA) with experience in teaching English as a foreign language to all age groups both in Greece and abroad. In the past ten years, Ms. Stefanou has worked in various other teaching and learning support roles in the field of English speaking and international education at all grade levels in institutions in London, Copenhagen and Athens. She is currently a shadow teacher under the Institute of Learning Enhancement Programs at ACS Athens and also works privately as an English language teacher.

Schedule (January 2013 – May 2013) January: February: March: April: May:

29, 31 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 2, 4, 9, 11, 18, 23, 25 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 28, 30

Program Cost per Semester: €750 Minimum Number of Students Required: 2

Activity Name / Title

Age Group: Grades 3-5

EXPLORATION THROUGH ART THERAPY Day(s): Wednesdays Time: 15:45-16:45 Location: Elementary School Building

Description Parents and teachers involve children in academic and athletic activities often forgetting their need of expression and recognition of feelings. The individual evolves today in a world of advanced technology and these students are often overloaded with stimulation. This course offers an opportunity to slow down and raise awareness of feelings and surroundings. The intention is to engage all students, no matter what artistic ability they possess, to explore and create. The students will share some dialogue from their present lives related to the art they create. We will create a fun environment that contributes to their process of becoming a well-rounded individual.

Instructor: Vlassopoulos, Linda, lindapro-@hotmail.com Linda Vlassopoulos has lived in Greece since 1984. She has been working at ACS Athens as a shadow teacher under the Instituteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Learning Enhancement Programs for the past four years, and as an Arts Instructor for the ACS Athens Summer School for the past two years. She holds a BFA in Fine Arts and Architectual Interior Design from Syracuse University, Syracuse N.Y. and has recieved an Endowment for The Arts scholarship from The Museum of Fine Arts School, Boston MA. Presently, inspired by having worked with children with learning differences. She has completed the first year towards training in Expressive Arts Therapy. Schedule (January 2013 - May 2013) January: February: March: April: May:

30 6, 20, 27 6, 13, 20, 27 3, 10, 24 8, 15, 22, 29

Program Cost per Semester: 500 Minimum Number of Students Required: 2

Institute for Innovation and Creativity ACS Athens: After School Learning Enhancement Program Elementary School

Registration Information Elementary School students must be picked up by their parents/guardians at the end of the session they are attending from the front steps of the Elementary School Building.

Programs Homework Study Program

Days and Time 5 hours /week

Homework Study Program

3 hours /week

Homework Study Program

10 hours /week

Homework Study Program

6 hours /week

Homework Study Program

4 hours /week

# of Sessions Semester 2 75

Cost per Semester € 1400

€ 900

€ 2500

(2 hours) € 1600

(2 hrs per day)

(2 hours) € 1200

(2 hrs per day)

(2 hours)

Institute for Innovation and Creativity ACS Athens: After School Learning Enhancement Program Elementary School

Registration Information Elementary School students must be picked up by their parents/guardians at the end of the session they are attending from the front steps of the Elementary School Building.

Programs Reading & Writing Support ESL Lessons Math Support Program Math Support Program Math Support Program Study Skills/ Organization Exploration Through Art Therapy Test Taking Skills

Days and Time Friday 15:45-16:45 Tue & Thurs 15:45-16:45 Mon 15:45-16:45 Tue 15:45-16:45 Thu 15:45- 16:45 Wed 15:45-16:45 Wed 15:45-16:45 Thu 15:45-16:45

# of Sessions Semester 2 14

Cost per Semester

€ 500

€ 750

€ 500

LATE BUS SCHEDULE – January- May 2013 January 28, 29, 30, 31 February 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 18, 19, 20,21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28 March 1, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28 April 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 18, 19, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 May 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28

REGISTRATION FORM Please fill out the information below for the activity(ies) of your choice in order to reserve a space for your child in any of these. Payment must be made to the Cashier’s office, to the Institute of Innovation: Learning Enhancement Programs Account, no later than Wednesday, January 23, 2013. Please submit the bottom of this form to the Cashier’s office when making your payment. (If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Marietta Garbis at 210-6393200 ext. 302). If enrollment in an activity does not reach the minimum number of participants required for the class to run, the class will be cancelled, you will be notified and your tuition will be returned. Student’s Name: ___________________________Grade Level: ______ Parents’ / Guardians’ Names: __________________________________ Parents’ Email Address: ______________________________________ Phone #/s: Home: _______________ Cell Phone:___________________ Classes 1. __________________________ Tuition __________________ 2. __________________________ Tuition __________________ 3. __________________________ Tuition __________________

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