Enrichment Brochure 2011

Greens Farms Academy Summer Enrichment Programs 2011

June - August for Grades K-12 Math & Science Classes, Music & Sports Camps, Fishing & Nature Studies, Arts & Crafts Catalog & Registration www.gfacademy.org Click on Summer Programs Gail Gibb, Coordinator of Summer Enrichment Programs 203-256-7522 35 Beachside Avenue, Greens Farms, CT 06838-0998

Table of Contents MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOL COURSES MATH Algebra I 3 Algebra II 3 Geometry 4 Trigonometry 4 SCIENCE Marine Biology Exploration LEGO Robotics I LEGO Robotics II LEGO Robotics III Outdoor Explorers

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LOWER SCHOOL COURSES SCIENCE LEGO Robotics I Outdoor Explorers LEGO WeDo Camp

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ARTS & CRAFTS Fairies, Gnomes & Wizards Painting En Plein Air American Girl Doll Fun Books for Cooks

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SPORTS CAMPS GFA Baseball Camp GFA Morning Tennis Camp GFA Middle School Basketball Camp GFA Wrestling Camp Focus on Fitness Camp Fishing on Long Island Sound Surf Fishing 101

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MUSIC CAMPS GFA & GBYO Orchestra Camp GFA Summer Jazz Camp

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Refund Policy All payments received with course registrations are non-refundable. If GFA cancels any course due to reasons beyond our control, families will be notified immediately and the course fee will be refunded in full.

Attendance Policy for Credited Math Courses Student attendance is mandatory. A student absent more than 10% of the required course period will be subject to review by the Chair of the Math Department and the Summer Programs Director, to determine his/her ability to continue and complete the required course work for credit.

Registration Checklist Registration, Medical Emergency and Permission Forms - completed and signed Health Exam Record Form for non-GFA students - completed and signed by Physician’s Office Payment in full - Checks made payable to: GFA Summer Enrichment Programs All forms with payment in full must be received by mail two weeks prior to the start of the course(s). Walk-in applications will not be accepted.

Please mail to: GFA Summer Enrichment Programs Attn: Gail Gibb 35 Beachside Avenue P.O. Box 998 Greens Farms, CT 06838-0998

Directions Greens Farms Academy is located at 35 Beachside Avenue, in the Greens Farms section of Westport, Connecticut. GFA is steps from the Metro-North Greens Farms railroad station.

From within Westport: Travel East on the Post Road (Route 1) to the Sherwood Island (95) Connector. Turn right onto the Connector and follow to the first light. Turn left at the light onto Greens Farms Road and follow for one mile until the road splits. Greens Farms Road bears left, but you stay straight onto Beachside Avenue. Follow Beachside Avenue 1/8 of a mile to Greens Farms Academy on your left.

From the North (near I95): Take 95 South to Exit 18 for Sherwood Island, and bear right off the exit ramp. Follow to the second traffic light and turn right onto Greens Farms Road. Once you are on Greens Farms Road follow the above Westport directions to Greens Farms Academy.

From the South (near I95): Take 95 North to Exit 18 for Sherwood Island, and make a left off of the exit ramp. Follow to the second traffic light and turn right onto Greens Farms Road. Once you are on Greens Farms Road follow the above Westport directions to Greens Farms Academy.

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MATH

Algebra I June 27 - August 5 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades 8 & 9

This six-week course is offered for GFA and high school credit, and consists of a study of equations, inequalities and systems, factoring, polynomials, rational expressions, irrational numbers, radicals, and quadratic equations. This is an intensive course that follows an honors level Algebra curriculum and is designed for students who wish to accelerate in their mathematics curriculum. Participants in this course will receive GFA and high school credit for Algebra I. There will be a short break during the middle of each day. This is an accelerated course, not remedial, for students entering grades 8 and 9. Minimum enrollment requirement: 4 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $1,850 Students need to purchase a textbook prior to enrollment: Algebra I, McDougal Littell Publishers, ISBN 0-618-59402-7. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or 83+, or TI-84 or 84+) is also required.

Contact: Jay Blau at 203.256.7588 ext. 7203, or jblau@gfacademy.org

Algebra II June 27 - August 5 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

High School Level This six-week course is offered for GFA and high school credit, and is essentially a study of functions: linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, rational, and polynomial.

Participants in this course will receive high school credit for Algebra II, as this course is intensive. Students who wish to accelerate in their mathematics curriculum are urged to enroll, since the course is designed for acceleration rather than remediation. Participants will work with the functions described above, studying them using a triplex approach – algebraically, graphically, and numerically. The graphing calculator will be introduced as both a tool for numerical manipulation, and also for visualization and verification. This is an accelerated course, not remedial. There will be a short break during the middle of each day. Minimum enrollment requirement: 4 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $1,850 Students need to purchase a textbook prior to enrollment: Algebra 2, McDougal Littell Publishers, ISBN 0-618-59541-4. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or 83+, or TI-84 or 84+) is also required.

Contact: Sarah Ostermueller at 203.256.7588 ext. 7533 or sostermueller@gfacademy.org

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Geometry June 27 - July 22 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

High School Level This four-week course is offered for GFA and high school credit, and focuses on traditional geometric concepts: properties, relationships of parallel and perpendicular lines, symmetry and congruency, quadrilaterals and polygons, right triangles, circles, areas, and volumes. Participants in this course will receive high school credit for Geometry. Students will investigate the topics described above, with an emphasis on a proof-based approach to geometric inquiry. This is an accelerated course, not remedial. There will be a short break during the middle of each day. Minimum enrollment requirement: 4 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students. NOTE: GFA students must also enroll in the two-week intensive Trigonometry course.

Cost: $ 1,240 Students need to purchase a textbook prior to enrollment. Geometry, Jurgensen et al.

McDougal Littell Publishers, ISBN 0-395-97727-4 Contact: Deirdre Hynes at 203.256.7588 ext. 7200 or dhynes@gfacademy.org

Trigonometry July 25 - August 5 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

High School Level This two-week course is offered for GFA credit only, and focuses on traditional trigonometric concepts: properties, identities, graphs, and applications of the trigonometric functions.

Participants in this course will receive GFA credit for Trigonometry, as this course is intensive. Students will investigate the topics described above, and should leave with an understanding of the basic trigonometric functions, equations, laws, and applications. A graphing calculator will be utilized as an exploratory tool and to assist with the analysis of trigonometric topics. This is an accelerated course, not remedial. There will be a short break during the middle of each day. Minimum enrollment requirement: 4 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students. NOTE: GFA students should also enroll in the fourweek intensive Geometry course; GFA students who have taken and received credit for High School Geometry at another school need only register for Trigonometry. This course is open at no cost to new students entering GFA in September, who have taken Geometry at their former school. Please contact Mr. Matte directly for more information.

Cost: $600 Students need to purchase a textbook prior to enrollment: Trigonometry, 9th edition, Lial et al. Pearson Addison Wesley Publishers, ISBN 978-0-321-52885-8. A graphing calculator (TI-83 or 83 +, or TI-84 or 84+) is also required.

Contact: Jonathan Matte at 203.256.7549 or jmatte@gfacademy.org

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SCIENCE

Marine Biology Exploration July 11 - July 15 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Grades 6 - 8 Come explore the intertidal marsh and shallow waters of the Long Island Sound!

Hands-on activities will introduce you to the Long Island Sound marine world. We will set up our own saltwater aquariums for observations in the GFA science lab. We will take field trips to the nearby seashore’s salt marshes, rocky shores, and sandy beaches, where participants will explore homes of the marine organisms and collect samples for laboratory studies. Specimens will be dissected to learn more about their adaptations to their environment. Weather permitting: Students will get to try their hands at digital underwater photography and receive a memory stick with their photos. The course will culminate with a field trip to The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Minimum enrollment required: 5 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $ 385 Students need to bring: Water shoes or boots, sunscreen, beach towel and water bottle. Underwater photography will also require a mask and snorkel.

Contact: Mike Rowinsky at 203.256.7588 ext.7207 or mrowinsky@gfacademy.org

NEW! LEGO Robotics I June 20 - June 24 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades 5 - 8 Learn to build and program robots using the LEGOs you already know and love!

Looking for a fun twist with something you already know how to use? With LEGO Mindstorms, we will learn how to create and program LEGO cars and robots to do a variety of functions. For students grades 5-8. Use of all materials is included and information is available should you want to purchase your own set; contact Matt Norko for details. Each student will receive a video CD of their robot’s performance.

Minimum enrollment required: 6 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $ 400 Contact: Matt Norko at 203.256.7505 or mnorko@gfacademy.org

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NEW! LEGO Robotics II June 27 - July 1 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades 6 - 9 You already know how to build and program LEGO robots. Now take it to the next level!

We will learn how to take your LEGO cars and robots through obstacle courses and problem-solve other challenges. Use of all materials is included and information is available should you want to purchase your own set; contact Matt Norko for details. Each student will receive a video CD of their robot’s performance.

Minimum enrollment required: 6 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $ 400 Contact: Matt Norko at 203.256.7505 or mnorko@gfacademy.org

NEW! LEGO Robotics III - Vex Robotics June 20 - July 1 (2 week session) 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Grades 6 - 12 If you’re serious about robots, this platform’s all-metal construction is a step above the rest! Having already succeeded using LEGO Mindstorms, you will definitely want to try this course. The Vex Robotics kits use all metal pieces to build a durable, rugged robot that is capable of much more than its LEGO counterpart. We’ll construct a basic robot to start and then build from there! Use of all materials is included and information is available should you want to purchase your own set; contact Matt Norko for details, or go to: http://www.vexrobotics.com. Each student will receive a video CD of their robot’s performance. Minimum enrollment required: 6 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $ 750 Contact: Matt Norko at 203.256.7505 or mnorko@gfacademy.org

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Outdoor Explorers June 13 - June 17 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Grades K - 6 This is a great camp for any student who loves nature and being outside! Using disposable cameras, buckets, magnifying glasses, and more, we will journey outdoors to explore life on GFA property, the Audubon land, and Burying Hill Beach on Long Island Sound. We will discover what makes a healthy environment, helping to keep it clean, and explore the varied wildlife. With our cameras, we will search out new perspectives, while learning about light and shadow, point of view, and other tricks of the trade. This year every student will be able to use brand new waders to explore the salt marsh while staying dry. We will collect specimens from Long Island Sound and study them in a saltwater tank created in our classroom. Each child will take home a scrapbook of their weeklong adventure!

Minimum enrollment required: 10 students; maximum enrollment: 20 students.

Cost: $ 350 Students need to bring: Sneakers, water shoes, sunscreen, towel, and a water bottle.

Contact: Sofi Kurtz at 203.256.7588 ext.7399 or skurtz@gfacademy.org Alyssa Sellers at 203.256.7588 ext. 7396 or asellers@gfacademy.org

NEW! LEGO WeDo Camp June 13 - June 17 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades 2 - 5 Have fun building LEGOs and programming your creations to launch, spin and move!

Combine the fun of LEGOs with computers to build models that you attach to a computer. We will start by building the same models with the same programming.

After we learn more, we will create our own programs and models. Each child will take home a video of their creations. Our imaginations will be our only limits!

Minimum enrollment required: 8 students; maximum enrollment: 16 students.

Cost: $ 375 Contact: Josh Burker at 203.256.7544 or jburker@gfacademy.org

Sofi Kurtz at 203.256.7588 ext.7399 or skurtz@gfacademy.org

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ARTS & CRAFTS

Fairies, Gnomes & Wizards Club June 13 - June 17 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Grades K - 3 Join the Fairies, Gnomes and Wizards Club as we use our imaginations to create their magic deep in the forests. While reading along with Mrs. Cotter the fairy stories from around the world and the folklore of gnomes and wizards, you will learn about the lives and antics of these magical creatures. Did you know fairies are often dressed as flowers, and gnomes guard buried treasures in the forests? A very special craft will have everyone creating their own special home for these whimsical creatures by collecting twigs, branches and moss. Since all these little creatures eat cakes and other sweet delicacies, we will make a comparable healthy treat to share each day. This fun club is designed for those who enjoy the land of make believe. Each day includes a craft, cooking a special snack, and reading wonderful stories that will surprise and delight you! Minimum enrollment required: 6 students; maximum enrollment: 10.

Cost: $ 375 Contact: Ann Cotter at 203.256.7588 ext. 7387 or acotter@gfacademy.org

Painting En Plein Air June 13 - June 17 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades 1 - 5 We will spend a wonderful week learning about color mixing and brush techniques, simple sketching and watercolor washes. Each day we will travel to various spots around our beautiful campus and its environs to paint. All levels are welcome. Please note: Students with previous experience will begin at a more advanced level and use more advanced materials. All art supplies are included. The week will culminate in a “clothesline� art show. Minimum enrollment required: 5 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $ 420 Students need to bring: Sunscreen and a water bottle. A snack will be provided.

Contact: Karen Briganti at 203.256.7588 ext. 7350 or kbriganti@gfacademy.org

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American Girl Doll Fun June 13 - June 17 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Grades 1 - 5 Come out and play with your American Girl dolls, accessories and friends!

Please join this second grade teacher (who loves dolls) for a wonderful world of imaginative play! We will read and write stories about all of the characters; learn to sew and finish an item for our dolls, write and put on a skit, and end the week with a very special “Afternoon Tea Party” with your dolls. Won’t you, Samantha, Kit, Molly, Felicity and Elizabeth and all the others have a wonderful time together as we enjoy these summer days? You get to bring all your dolls and accessories! And, if you don’t have a doll, come anyway...we always share!

Minimum enrollment required: 6 students; maximum enrollment: 10 students.

Cost: $395 Contact: Karen Briganti at 203.256.7588 ext. 7350 or kbriganti@gfacademy.org

Books for Cooks June 13 - June 17 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Grades K - 3 Calling all cooks and lovers of literature! How many times have you read a great book and wanted to eat the same food as the characters? In this fun camp, you can! Each day, students will read several stories that involve food. The students will listen to a story, and then get to work preparing the food. We will prepare between one-three recipes each day, which will be added to a cookbook to take home at the end of the week. A delicious and educational journey! Minimum enrollment required: 5 students; maximum: 15 students.

Cost: $ 420 Contact: Alyssa Sellers at 203.256.7588 ext. 7396 or asellers@gfacademy.org

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SPORTS

NEW! GFA Baseball Camp Session I: June 20 - June 24 Session II: June 27 - July 1 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Grades K - 8 Calling all boys - come learn all about baseball, teamwork and sportsmanship!

Introducing GFA’s first Baseball Camp, led by GFA Varsity Baseball Coach Todd Mathewson, with current GFA assistants Earl Mathewson and Johnny Cusato.

Students will learn all basic fundamentals including hitting, infield play, outfield play, pitching, and base running and sliding. They will also participate in a game each day. Campers will be videotaped and their hitting and throwing mechanics will be compared to their favorite players such as Big Papi, A-Rod, CC Sabathia and Josh Beckett. In addition, campers will receive a special GFA Baseball T-shirt. This course will run rain or shine and is designed for current grade levels K-8. Minimum enrollment required: 10 students; maximum enrollment: 30.

Cost: $250 per session Students need to bring: Glove, cleats, bat, water bottle, baseball pants, hat and sunscreen.

Contact: Todd Mathewson at 203.256.7588 ext. 7264 or tmathewson@gfacademy.org

GFA Morning Tennis Camp Session I: June 27 - July 8 Session II: July 11 - July 22 Session III: July 25 - August 5 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades K - 12 This camp consists of three, two-week sessions on our brand new tennis courts.

Students can enroll in separate sessions, or the entire six weeks. The program is designed to provide students with tournament training and fundamental skills needed to play and compete at any level. The younger students will be introduced to the game of tennis using smaller courts and kid friendly balls. Each day our students will be involved with skill building drills, match play and contests. This program ensures that every student learns how to play in matches, build his/her technical skills and mental fortitude, and has a positive experience. Enrollment is limited to 32 students.

Cost: $ 750 per two-week session Students need to bring: Tennis racquet, sunscreen, water bottle and towel.

Contact: Paul Groves at 203.256.7588 ext. 7594 or pgroves@gfacademy.org

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GFA Middle School Basketball Camp June 20 - June 24 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades 6 - 8 The GFA basketball camp is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills needed to play and compete at the appropriate level. At the GFA camp, each student will be involved with skill building drills, games and contests. The camp is also designed to ensure that every student has fun while learning to compete and play in games. Minimum enrollment required: 10 students; maximum enrollment: 25.

Cost: $250 Students need to bring: Sneakers, water bottle and towel.

Contact: Paul Groves at 203.256.7588 ext. 7594 or pgroves@gfacademy.org

GFA Wrestling Camp June 13 - June 17 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Grades 6 - 12 A comprehensive wrestling program focused toward middle and high school students.

In this course, students will be taught the fundamentals of wrestling techniques: takedowns, escapes, reversals, and riding. Nutrition and weight management strategies during the sports season will also be covered. The program will also feature guest instructors who have competed at the most elite levels of high school and college. Minimum enrollment required: 10 students; maximum enrollment 20.

Cost: $ 350 Students need to bring: Sneakers or wrestling shoes, a water bottle and a towel.

Contact: Jeff Morrison at 203.256.7588 ext. 7222 or jmorrison@gfacademy.org

NEW! Focus on Fitness June 20 - June 24 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Grades 8 - 12 This course is designed to teach the basics of weightlifting and physical conditioning.

Students will learn a variety of exercises using weights and proper bench pressing techniques. Minimum enrollment required: 5 students; maximum enrollment: 12 students.

Cost: $300 Students need to bring: Sneakers or wrestling shoes, a water bottle and a towel.

Contact: Jeff Morrison at 203.256.7588 ext. 7222 or jmorrison@gfacademy.org

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Fishing on Long Island Sound June 13 - June 17 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Grades 3 - 8 Fishing on the Long Island Sound is a course for anyone who loves the water!

This course will take place at Burying Hill Beach, which is a short walking distance from GFA. The course will cover the basics of fishing, fish, tides, weather, and fun.

Students will learn how to cast, bait hooks and tie their own knots. Students will also learn about common fish and ocean creatures, tidal and water movement, weather, and water safety. This week-long course will build confidence to fish any place. The experienced fisher will improve skills and much more. No previous fishing experience needed. Minimum enrollment required: 6 students; maximum enrollment: 10.

Cost: $ 370 Students need to bring: A fishing rod (surfing cast rod works best), towel, water shoes, bathing suit, water bottle, bug repellent and sunscreen. Please eat lunch before attending.

Contact: Seth Pianka at 203.256.7588 ext. 7217 or spianka@gfacademy.org

Surf Fishing 101 June 20 - June 24 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Grades 5 - 8 Surf Fishing 101 is for students who are ready to learn how to catch fish at the beach under the direction of an instructor with over 25 years experience. This course will take place at Burying Hill Beach and local rocky points, within short walking distance from GFA. Lessons will cover from the basics to the advanced for surf fishing in New England. Students will learn about the fish, their habitats, and the tools used in the pursuit of our coastal fishes. This week-long camp will build confidence to fish the coastline. No previous fishing experience is needed. A basic tackle box will be provided with both terminal tackle (hooks and sinkers), plus lures in both wood and plastic. Minimum enrollment required: 5 students; maximum enrollment: 12.

Cost: $370 Students need to bring: 7-8 ft. surf fishing rod with reel leaded 12-20 lbs. test., towel, water shoes, bathing suit, water bottle, bug repellent, and sunscreen.

Contact: Seth Pianka at 203.256.7588 ext. 7217 or spianka@gfacademy.org

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MUSIC

New! GFA & GBYO Orchestra Camp July 25 - July 30 (Monday - Saturday) 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Grades 9 - 12 Greens Farms Academy is very pleased to introduce a new orchestra camp in association with Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestra. This course in strings, wind, brass, and percussion is open to experienced musicians. This intense camp will focus on rehearsals and performance with daily full orchestra and sectional rehearsals. The week will finish with a performance in the Coyle Gym on Saturday afternoon, July 30th, at 2 p.m. Music stands, pencils, and sheet music will be provided. There will be a half-hour lunch break each day and all students are responsible for bringing their own bag lunch. Minimum enrollment requirement: 50 students; maximum enrollment: 80 students. NOTE: Seating auditions for the camp will take place on Friday, July 22nd from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. in the Performing Arts classrooms at GFA. Cost: $400 Students need to bring: Instrument, daily bag lunch, water and snack.

Contact: Christopher Hisey at 203.256.7588 ext. 7221 or chisey@gfacademy.org

New! GFA Summer Jazz Camp August 1 - August 5 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Grades 6-12 GFA’s Performing Arts Department is excited to introduce a new Summer Jazz Camp.

This week-long course offers students the opportunity to study jazz improvisation with nationally recognized instructors. Students will play in small jazz combos, learning and performing several selections from the standard jazz repertoire. Students will gain both skill and confidence in their ability to improvise, while working with others student musicians at their own skill level. The week will finish with a Friday afternoon performance of “Summer Jazz at the Farm” at 5 p.m. Students should have at least two years experience playing their instruments. All band instruments, plus piano, bass, drums, and guitar are accepted. A maximum of 6 drummers, 6 guitarists, and 6 bassists will be accepted based on date of registration. There will be a half-hour lunch break each day and all students are responsible for bringing their own bag lunch.

Minimum enrollment requirement: 36 students; maximum enrollment: 60 students.

Cost: $500 Students need to bring: Instrument (including drums and amplifiers), pencils, and notebook of music staff paper, daily bag lunch, water and snack.

Contact: Rex Cadwallader at 203.256.7588 ext. 7204 or rcadwallader@gfacademy.org

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Summer Enrichment Programs Greens Farms Academy P.O. Box 998 Greens Farms, CT 06838-0998