Center for Discovery - Fall 2014 Booklet

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CENTER FOR CREATE

Discovery BEYOND THE CLASSROOM LEARNING

Open To The Community For Adults & Students Classes forClasses students and adults.

Fall 2014 fall 2014 www.fpdmacon.org

WELCOME

to the Center for Discovery, First Presbyterian Day School’s new beyond-theclassroom learning experience. FPD’s campus now transforms into a world of learning opportunities after the bell rings. From athletics to art, academics to amusements, the campus will be alive with multiple opportunities for students and adults to unleash their talents and stretch their imagination.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMS The foundational programs for the Center for Discovery are community favorites - the Viking Football League, Viking Soccer League, art classes, elementary cross country and cheerleading. In addition to these, students can now enjoy multiple other opportunities to learn a new hobby, refine skills, or develop abilities. The goal of each class is to encourage determination, imagination, and good sportsmanship.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE FPD’s Center for Discovery is open to the entire community. Participants do not need to be enrolled at FPD to take part in the programs and classes. Plus, the fun isn’t for students only! The Center for Discovery also has classes geared toward adults. See the “Never Stop Learning” section for a full list of classes aimed toward adults. These include tap dancing, yoga, Biblical interpretation, and more. We invite everyone to join the fun!

BEFORE CAMP CARE - 3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.

FPD students who are participating in a Center for Discovery class at 3:45 p.m. are invited to participate in a complimentary snack period in the FPD Media Center before their class begins. This care and snack is provided at no additional charge for FPD parents who have students enrolled in a Center for Discovery class that day. Please note - for classes beginning later than 3:45 p.m., parents will need to pick up their student after school or enroll them in FPD’s Extended Day. Before Camp Care is only provided until 3:45 p.m. and only for students who are enrolled in Center for Discovery classes on the day of care.

EXTENDED DAY As always, FPD’s Extended Day will be fully operational during the 2014-2015 academic year. The Center for Discovery programming is supplemental to the wonderful care provided by FPD’s Extended Day staff, and students can still participate in Extended Day while enrolled in a Center for Discovery class. Lauren Wrabel, FPD’s Extended Day Director, will work with parents to make sure students enrolled in classes are escorted to and from each location.

QUESTIONS For questions about the Center for Discovery and its programming, please contact Elizabeth Leslein, Center for Discovery Program Coordinator, at elizabeth.leslein@fpdmacon.org or call 478.477.6505, ext. 182.

Register online at www.fpdmacon.org.

More Information: 478.477.6505, ext. 182

LEARN ELEMENTARY Mini Math Mayhem

For girls and boys in grades 1-3 Students will receive hands-on practice in basic math skills using games and manipulatives that are fun and engaging. Lessons will be based on the students’ needs.

Instructor: Melissa Brown, 5th Grade Teacher Dates: Tuesdays Sessions: September 9,16,23,30

October 7, 14, 21

November 4, 11, 18

December 2, 9, 16 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: Elementary Building, 5th Grade Hallway Cost: $65 per month for September $50 per month for October, November, or December

Bricks 4 Kidz

For girls and boys in grades K-5 Bricks 4 Kidz classes provide an extraordinary atmosphere for children based on LEGO bricks. Students will learn, build, and play. Programs are built around proprietary model plans, designed by engineers and architects, with exciting themes such as space, construction, and amusement parks. Specially designed project kits and theme-based models provide the building blocks for the Bricks 4 Kidz approach to educational play.

Instructors: Cris Birmingham and Shannon Bryant Location: FPD Classroom -TBD Session 1 & 2: Ticket to Ride - Builders will build a Merry-GoRound, Dragon Ride, Tilt-a-World, Swing Boat, & Carousel Session 1: K-2nd Grade - Wednesdays, August 27-October 1;

3:45 p.m - 4:45 p.m.

Session 2: 3rd - 5th Grade-Thursdays, August 28 - October 2;

3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m Session 3 & 4: Pirate’s Quest - Builders will build a Swinging Anchor, Pirate Ship, Rowboat, Chompin’ Alligator plus more.

Session 3: K-2nd Grade - Wednesdays, October 15 -

December 3; 3:45 p.m.- 4:45 p.m. No class on October

29 or November 26 Session 4: 3rd-5th Grade, Thursdays, October 16 - December

4; 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. No class on October 30 or

November 27.

Cost: $75 per session

Academic Classes & Camps Journey to China

For girls and boys in grades 2-5 Come learn about the exciting culture of China while gaining valuable Chinese language skills. Students will experience everything from traditional Chinese songs, Fan Dances, origami, water painting, games, crafts, Kung Fu, calligraphy to making dumplings. Prepare for the future by becoming cross-cultural citizen through this exciting encounter with China.

Instructor: Hannah Huang Oesch, FPD International Teacher Dates: Wednesdays; August 27 – October 1 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $125

Chess for Kids

For girls and boys in grades 3-6 Chess is an old game that can be learned by young children.

Waging a war on an 8 x 8 grid can be fun and carry many benefits for learning and development. Chess players learn to use higherorder thinking skills, analyze actions and consequences, and visualize future problems. Students gain insight into the nature of competition and strengthen patience, perseverance, and grit.

Students in the course will learn basic rules and strategies for playing and completing chess games.

Instructor: Dr. Barry Shealy, Assistant Headmaster Dates: Thursdays; September 4 - December 4. No class on October 23, 30, or November 6 Time: 3:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: FPD Media Center Cost: $50

Superheroes for God For boys in grades 3-5

Through this class, young students will learn about building Godly character and positive leadership skills in order to grown into effective leaders of tomorrow. Boys will see how character can set the tone not only for their lives but all of society. The goal of this class is to help students strive for Godly character and positive leadership as a lifestyle.

Instructor: James Moore, Assistant Chaplain, Bible Teacher and

Football Coach Dates: Mondays; September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $85

LEARN

Academic Classes & Camps

MIDDLE & HIGH Homework Heroes

For girls and boys in grades 6-8 Organize and jumpstart your homework in a quiet and structured environment with First Presbyterian Day School teachers. Learn good work habits, develop organizational skills, and get individual help as you need it. Participants can choose to drop in for one day or can sign up for multiple. Payment may be made online, but class reservations must be made by contacting the Instructional Support office. Class is not available on half-days or school holidays. If a student needs more individualized one- on-one tutoring please contact the Instructional Support teachers.

Instructors: Carol Sawyer and Beth Martin Dates: Monday - Thursday; Quarter One: August 14-October 16; Quarter Two: October 20 - January 8.

Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: Center for Student Success, Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: One day per week $80 for the quarter

Two Day Per Week $170 for the quarter

Three Day Per Week $250 for the quarter

Four Day per Week $310 for the quarter

Scrabbled Vocabulary & Monopoly Math For girls and boys in grades 6-8

Come enjoy the lost art of board games. Gain vocabulary skills as you learn new words in the game of Scrabble. Explore new strategies in the games of Monopoly, Clue, Catch Phrase, and Rummikub. Learn how to creatively think through your options and explore choices as you compete in a fun environment.

Instructor: Ruth Neyman, Middle School English Teacher Dates: Wednesdays; October 1, 8, 15, 22, November 5, 12 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: Mrs. Neyman’s FPD Classroom Cost: $80

Spanish for Everyday

For boys and girls in grades 9 and up. Also available to adults.

Learn to use Spanish in everyday life. Teaching topics will include grocery shopping, school, going to restaurants, doctor visits, chores, and others.

Instructor: Lisette Funk, Spanish Teacher Dates: Tuesdays; September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14 Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Mrs. Funk’s FPD Classroom Cost: $85

Write With Power

For boys and girls in grades 9 and up This class will focus on writing fiction and poetry with emotion and eloquence. Students write a piece at least once a week and read and critique classmates’ work.

Instructor: Eden Newman, English Teacher Date: Mondays; September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20, November 3 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: Mrs. Newman’s Classroom Cost: $85

Book Club

For girls and boys in grades 6-8 Reading daily builds comprehension, analysis and writing skills. Through this book club, students will participate in group reading that will allow them to develop higher order thinking skills, analysis and many other useful skills in a fun environment reading popular and fun books! Each participant will get to keep the books that they read, and in each session students will read different books.

Instructor: Ruth Neyman, Middle School English Teacher Dates: Tuesdays Session 1: September 2, 9, 16, 23 Reading: The Mysterious Benedict Society Session 2: October 7, 14, 21, and November 4 Reading: The Mysterious Benedict Society & the Perilous Journey Session 3: November 11, 18, and December 2, 9 Reading: TBD Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: Mrs. Neyman’s Classroom Cost: $70 per session

Male Leadership & Character Building For boys in grades 6-8

In this class, middle school students will get a clear picture of what character and leadership is and how it can function in their lives. Boys will see how leadership and character can set the tone not only for their lives but all of society. The goal of this class is to help students strive for Godly character and positive leadership as a lifestyle.

Instructor: James Moore, Assistant Chaplain, Bible Teacher and

Football Coach Dates: Mondays; September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20 Time: 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $85

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FUN Web Development 101 For boys and girls in grades 7 -12

No history of the web here. Students will be writing code on day one. In this class, students will learn everything needed to produce, test, and host their own website. The class will focus on the core technologies of the internet and the newest features and standards of HTML5. After this class, students will have the tools to push further in web development.

Instructor: Benjamin Gunnells, Freelance IT Developer Dates: Wednesdays; September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: FPD Classroom - TBD Cost: $125

Modern Game Theory For boys and girls in grades 6-12

Do you like to play computer games and video games? Come explore different computer and video games, learn how they work, and develop problem solving skills by playing the games. Students will learn what is popular in the world of computer games and the reason why computer games are a great success. This class will lay a foundation for computer programming.

Instructor: Benjamin Gunnells; Freelance IT Developer Dates: Tuesdays; November 11, 18, December 2, 9 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Location: FPD Classroom - TBD Cost: $100

Game Development 101 For boys and girls in grades 7-12

This class will give computer game enthusiasts the tools to begin making that new game they have always wanted and how to publish it to mobile and console gaming platforms. The class will explore the Unity3D engine, an incredible software that offers an object oriented approach to game development. The Unity3D engine makes producing top-quality, multiplatform games available to anyone who has the drive. Come join us and learn about this gift to game developers everywhere.

Instructor: Benjamin Gunnells; Freelance IT Developer Dates: Thursdays; October 9, 16, 23, and November 6 Time: 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Location: FPD Classroom - TBD Cost: $125

TABLET SKILLS For Middle and Elementary School Keyboarding Boot Camp For girls and boys in grades 4-6

Drill Sergeant Colter wants you at Keyboarding Boot Camp!

Recruits will warm up with lots of exercises using proper posture and hand placement. They will “build muscle� using home keys, and alphabet and number keys. Finally, they will learn how to correctly format letters and simple reports, proofread, edit, and preview. Recruits will compete against each other with keyboarding drills and end each day with a game. Students will primarily use Microsoft Word, along with other keyboarding games and software.

Instructor: Laurie Colter, Elementary Computer Teacher Dates: Tuesdays; September 30, October 7, 14, 21 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: Elementary Computer Lab Cost: $55

Tablet Techies

For girls and boys in grades 5-8 Learn essential tablet skills for success in 5th through 8th grade.

This class is designed for beginning tablet users. We will be using activities and interactive games along with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. At each session, students have the opportunity to ask questions and receive assistance with their tablet.

Instructor: Laurie Colter, Elementary Computer Teacher Dates: Tuesdays; September 2, 9, 16, 23 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: Elementary Computer Lab Cost: $55

CREATE

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FUN

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Classes In The Arts & Music

Artistic Fun

ELEMENTARY

with Nancy Butler and Mary Bennet Rose

Power Praise

For boys and girls in grades 3-5

For boys and girls in grades PreK-5

From Campfire to the Concert Hall – we will explore some really cool songs! Try your hand at acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, drums and keyboard as we explore varied genres of Contemporary Christian music. You will enjoy learning the basics of intro, verse, chorus and outro using standard chord shapes and power chords.

Artists will create 2 to 3 pieces of artwork from various materials. All projects are one of a kind and treasures for a lifetime Instructors: Nancy Butler, High School Art Teacher

Mary Bennet Rose, Art Assistant Dates: PreK-2nd grade: Tuesdays; August 26, September 2, 9, 16 2nd -5th grade: Thursdays; August 28, Sept. 4, 11, 18 Time: 3:45 p.m - 5:15 p.m.

Location: High School Art Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $120

Instructor: John Hughey Dates: Thursdays; August 28 - October 16 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: FPD Band Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $225

Power Pop!

For boys and girls in grades 3-5

For boys and girls in grades PreK-5

Do you hear what I hear? That’s right, a bunch of cool kids playing some of America’s greatest Pop Standards. Get to try out Electric Guitar, Bass, Drums, and Keyboard! Open chords and power chords will be our favorite menu items.

Instructor: John Hughey Dates: Thursdays; October 23 - December 18, except for October 30 and November 27 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: FPD Band Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $225

Artists will create two to three pieces of artwork from various materials. Artists will create incredible projects that can be given for Christmas presents or become family treasures.

Please note that the two Christmas workshops will entail different projects.

Instructors: Nancy Butler, High School Art Teacher

Mary Bennet Rose, Art Assistant Dates: PreK-2nd grade: Tuesdays; November 4, 11, and 18 2nd -5th grade: Thursdays; November 6, 13, and 20 Time: 3:45 p.m - 5:15 p.m.

Location: High School Art Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $115

For boys and girls in grades PreK-5 Artists will create two to three pieces of artwork from various materials. Artists will create incredible projects that can be given for Christmas presents or become family treasures.

Please note that the two Christmas workshops will entail different projects.

Instructors: Nancy Butler, High School Art Teacher

Mary Bennet Rose, Art Assistant Dates: PreK-2nd grade: Tuesdays; December 2, 9, 16 2nd -5th grade: Thursday; December 4, 11, 18 Time: 3:45 p.m - 5:15 p.m.

Location: High School Art Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $115

Princess Ballet

For girls in grades PreK - K An introduction to the art of ballet through creative movement and music appreciation designed for students in PreK - K. Children will be introduced to shapes and movements that will allow them to use their bodies in order to say something. Time will also be spent developing individual expression and imagination. Each student will need a black or light pink modest leotard with ballet tights and shoes.

Instructor: Kathryn Ginaldi Dates: Mondays; September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $195

Ballet Basics

For girls in grades 1-2. Ballet beginners welcomed.

A beginning ballet class introducing the discipline of the art to students in 1st-2nd grade. Positions, terminology, and a variety of steps will be taught and practiced, as well as the specific etiquette that is unique to classical ballet. Each student will need a black or light pink modest leotard with ballet tights and shoes.

Instructor: Kathryn Ginaldi Dates: Mondays; September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $195

Prima Ballerina

For girls in grades 3-5. Ballet beginners welcomed.

A classical ballet class designed for beginners. Following the format of barre work, center work, and across the floor, students will concentrate on the mechanics of ballet, the basis of all dance. Each student will need a black or light pink modest leotard with ballet tights and shoes.

Instructor: Kathryn Ginaldi Dates: Mondays; September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8 Time: 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Location: FPD Dance Studio, Clark Fine Arts Center Cost: $195

MIDDLE & HIGH Praise & Worship Band For boys and girls in grades 6-12

Learn the art of leading worship through music! Try your hand at acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, drums and keyboard as we explore varied genres of Contemporary Christian music. You will enjoy learning the basics of intro, verse, chorus and outro using embellished chord shapes and cool rhythms.

Instructor: John Hughey Dates: Wednesdays; August 27 - October 15 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Location: FPD Band Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Fee: $225

Rock & Blues Band

For boys and girls in grades 6-12 Attitude check! That’s right all you rockers, a chance to tighten your chops and expand your means of expression. Rock and Roll is here to stay and The Blues is Americana at its best. Electric Guitars, Bass, Drums, Keyboard and a little Hammond B3 organ will make you happy, happy, happy! We’ll work on a few classic hits and learn how to improvise for solos.

Instructor: John Hughey Dates: Wednesdays; October 22 - December 10. No class October

29 or November 26.

Time: 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Location: FPD Band Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Fee: $200

Private Voice Lessons

For boys and girls in grades 6 -12 Ashley Childers has led FPD’s choral groups to win numerous awards. She now offers private after-school voice lessons. Payment the lesson may be made online, but time slot reservations must be made by contacting Elizabeth Leslein at elizabeth.leslein@fpdmacon.org or 478.477.6505, ext. 182.

Instructor: Ashley Childers Dates: Monday - Thursday. Students come once per week.

Time: 30 minute slots at 4:00 and 4:30 p.m.

Location: FPD Chorus Room, Clark Fine Arts Center Fee: $125 per month, one lesson per week

PLAY

Athletic Programs

Rising Stars Tennis Camp For boys and girls in grades 2-5

Geared toward younger tennis players, this camp features introductory and advanced tennis lessons. Instruction will focus on score keeping, basic groundstrokes, net play, and serving skills. Players will experience match play scenarios. Players of all skill levels, especially those new to the game, are welcome.

Instructor: Coach Josh Farrell Dates: Mondays; September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: FPD Tennis Courts Cost: $60

Skills & Drills Tennis Camp For girls and boys in grades 2-5

Whether you are tuning up for the middle school tennis season or thinking about coming out for the team for the first time, come out to “Skills and Drills.� Geared toward intermediate players, this camp features instruction and tips geared toward improving skill levels, with focus given to proper swing mechanics and match play strategy. Whether new to the sport or experienced, campers will receive personalized instruction and learn how to compete in a way that honors God and displays character.

Instructor: Coach Josh Farrell Dates: Mondays; October 27, November 3,10, 17, December 1 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: FPD Tennis Courts Cost: $60

Gymnastics

For girls in grades 3K-5 Come learn the basic of gymnastics while having fun. Vault, tumbling, beams, bars, floor and more. This is a great way for students to be introduced to the world of gymnastics and learn basic skills.

Instructor: Chelsea Latimer, Head Gymnastics Coach 3K-Kindergarten: Tuesdays; 3:45 - 4:30: September 23, & 30,

October 7, 14, 21, November 4 1-2 grade: Wednesdays; 3:45-4:30: September 24,

October 1, 8, 15, 22, November 5 3-5 grade: Wednesdays; 4:30-5:15: September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, November 5 Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Dance Studio or Music Room Cost: $125

Viking Mini-Cheerleading For girls in grades 1-6

Join the FPD Cheerleaders and learn all the latest steps and basic cheers and jumps. Be part of the Viking Football League and cheer for a team each week. All participants receive a Viking cheerleading uniform.

Instructor: Amy Kenney Location: FPD Gym and Viking Football League Games Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays. Specific Dates TBD Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Cost: $100

Elementary Cross Country For boys and girls in grades 3-5

Do you love to run? Do you want to learn the proper technique and skills to become a better runner? Come and get some exercise and learn about running. Join us each week as we run on the Peake Cross Country Trail. We will train and end our season with an elementary cross country meet. Bring your running shoes, a water bottle, and we will have a great time. We will conclude our session with a race on October 20.

Instructors: Holly Scott and Betty Ham Location: Peake Cross Country Trail Dates: Mondays; September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6;

Race on October 20 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.` Cost: $60

Tumbling

For girls in grades 3-5 Learn the basic of tumbling-round offs, cartwheels, backbends and beyond. Come learn and explore the world of tumbling.

Instructor: Chelsea Latimer, Head Gymnastics Coach Dates: Tuesdays; September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, November 4 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Location: Clark Fine Art Center Cost: $125

Viking Soccer League

Viking Football League

The Viking Soccer League is a recreational intramural soccer league for boys and girls. All games are played on small fields and co-ed teams of 6-8 players each. Teams are formed based on our knowledge of players, as well as rankings provided by parents.

Current FPD varsity soccer players coach all VSL teams and serve as referees for most of the games.

The Viking Football League introduces football to the youth of the Middle Georgia community, emphasizing the fundamentals of the game while encouraging teamwork, fair play, and most of all, fun!

For girls and boys in grades PreK-6

The listed game schedule is the only dates that games will be played. There are short practice sessions held before each scheduled game, but no practices on days when games are not played. The number of dates your child plays depends on the numbers formed in each division. Please plan to play on most or all of the outlined dates. The full schedule of games will be available before the first games begin.

Games last approximately one hour. Makeup matches due to cancellations will be on set dates outlined below.

At the conclusion of the regular season the top 2 teams in each division, based on regular season records, will be chosen to play for the league championship. In case of a tie for season records, head to head match-ups and goal differential would help decide which team would advance to the Championship match.

All participants in the league will receive a complete soccer uniform which includes a jersey, shorts, and socks. Players must have shin-guards and cleats are highly recommended. These items are not provided by the league.

More information about Viking Soccer League can be found at www.fpdvikings.com/vsl/ Dates and Times: November 11, 13, 17, 18, 20, December 1, 2, 4 Championship Game: December 8 Makeup Dates: November 14, 21, December 5 Times: PreK/Kindergarten and 1st/2nd grade games will be played at 4:00. 3rd/4th and 5th/6th grade games will be played at 5:00.

Instructor: Joshua Trieste, Boys and Girls Soccer Coach Cost: $95

For boys in grades 1-6

Today, the VFL has become the home for more than 250 young boys and girls. Players are coached by volunteer coaches and team moms, who abide by the guiding rules and ideals that began the league. We hope you’ll join us in our mission to teach and encourage today’s youth in a God-honoring way.

More information about Viking Football League can be found at www.fpdvikings.com/vfl Important Dates: Wednesday, August 13 - Registration Ends Saturday, August 16 - Player Evaluation Day - 9 a.m. for

Flag & Junior; 10:30 a.m. for Senior.

Monday, August 18 - Makeup Evaluation - 6 p.m.

Tuesday, August 19 - VFL Draft - 6 p.m.

Thursday, August 21 - First Practice for All Leagues.

Tuesday, September 9 - 1st VFL Game - for All Leagues.

Friday, September 12 - VFL Night at the FPD Varsity game Tuesday, October 14 - Last Regular Season Game Tuesday, October 21 - Playoffs begin Thursday, October 23 - Flag League Championship Monday, October 27 - Super Bowl Games for Junior &

Senior Leagues Cost: Flag League Football (1st - 2nd Grade): $90 (Not a Tackle League) - 5K boys that are 6 years old, or will turn 6 before October 1, can play Flag League.

Junior League Football (3rd - 4th Grade): $125 Senior League Football (5th - 6th Grade): $140 2nd and 3rd Child Registration Discounts.

Registration for Viking Football League can ONLY be done online at www.fpdvikings.com/vfl.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FUN Never Stop Learning CLASSES FOR ADULTS

Principles of Biblical Interpretation For college students and adults

Taught by Dr. Bruce Lowe of the Reformed Theological Seminary in Atlanta, this course focuses on reading and interpreting the Scriptures and applying them to our lives. Lessons will focus on how the Old Testament connects to the New, the role of covenant theology, the importance of Creeds and Confessions, and the interaction between the interpreter and God’s Word. If you would like to take the course for credit with RTS, information is below.

Instructor: Dr. Bruce Lowe, Assistant Professor of New Testament,

Reformed Theological Seminary Dates: Tuesdays; August 26 - December 2, excluding October 28 & November 25 Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Location: FPD Campus, Room TBD. Cost: $150 This course can be taken for course credit at Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS). Students who wish to receive credit should register directly with RTS. For those already students at RTS, the course information can be found here: http://rts.edu/Atlanta/academics/ upcomingclasses.aspx, under the course name “Advanced Biblical Exegesis.” Those who are not currently RTS students should contact Jonathan Stuckert, Director of Student Services at jstuckert@rts.edu or 770.952.8884 to facilitate registration.

Tap Dancing for Adults Tap Dancing is a great way to exercise and explore one of the most-loved dance traditions. This class is limited to adults and will not include a recital or public performance, just a chance to have fun and enjoy learning the basics of tap dancing. No previous experience is required.

Instructor: Andrew Strickland, Fine Arts Department Director Dates: Fridays; August 22, 29, September 5, 12, 19 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Dance Studio Cost: $60

Spanish for Everyday Learn to use Spanish in everyday life. Teaching topics will include grocery shopping, school, going to restaurants, doctor visits, chores, and others.

Instructor: Lisette Funk, Spanish Teacher Dates: Tuesdays; September 9, 16, 23, and 30, October 7, 14 Time: 6:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m.

Location: Mrs. Funk’s FPD Classroom Cost: $85

Yoga for Women Yoga involves a series of poses designed to strengthen your core and align your bones and muscles. The different Asanas, poses, will be held for varying amounts of time and can be modified for different fitness levels. Yoga can increase your flexibility, range of motion and strength, as well as enhance your balance, leaving you with a higher fitness level and reduced risk of injuries. Please bring a mat to class.

Instructor: Leslie Jackson Dates: Mondays Time: 6:15 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.

Location: Clark Fine Arts Center Session 1: September 8 - October 6: $50 Session 2: October 20 - November 24: $60 Session 3: December 1 - 22: $40

Boot Camp for Women This class will be a combination of interval, cardio and strength training for all fitness levels. It will increase your endurance, strength and metabolism for fat-burning results.

Participants will use body weight exercises such as pushups, squats, sit-ups, burpees, mountain climbers, etc. Participants will also use hand weights, bands, jump ropes, tires, ropes, sand bags, etc. to maximize workouts. This will be a fun and creative exercise class with plenty of variety. Please bring a water bottle, mat, and hand weights.

Instructor: Karen Cheeks Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Location: FPD Campus, Room TBD. Session 1: September 2 - October 2: $60 Session 2: October 7 - November 13: $60 Session 3: November 18 - December 18: $55 No class on

November 27

EVENING AT THE THEATRE

FPD Fall Theatrical Productions

Elementary Play: Princess Who? Dates: September 23 & 25, 7:00 PM, September 24, 1:00 PM (performance for elementary school.)

When a girl wakes up in the forest, she has no memory of her past. She can’t remember where she’s from or how she got there. She can’t even remember her own name! As she makes her way through the Misty Forest, hoping to somehow find her way home, she meets several fairy-tale characters — Hansel and Gretel, Rumpelstiltskin, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Cinderella and Rapunzel to name a few. Some are helpful and some dangerous, yet all have information that helps our fair maiden recall her own story, eventually revealing her true identity as a princess.

Tickets are $5.00 for adults, free for all students and FPD faculty and staff. Advanced tickets can be purchased at the FPD Administration Office.

Competition One-Act Play: Commedia dell’Arte Date: October 23, 7:00 PM. Concept: For the first time, FPD Theatre students will be creating their own play for competition using the commedia dell’arte style.

Commedia is an old Italian performance tradition in which actors learned a stock character type and then created plays by performing their character in a variety of situations utilizing standard pieces of comic action. These character types are still familiar today: the doddering old man, clever servant, bragging soldier, clueless professor, etc. FPD Theatre will be bringing this challenging acting technique into our world, using the classic character types to explore current events and modern problems. There is no charge for entry to the one act play.

FREE PARENTING SEMINARS Today’s Culture & Kids

August 5, 7:00 p.m.

FPD’s Clark Fine Arts Center, Free Admission FPD will present John Stonestreet, a speaker and fellow of the Chuck Colson Center for Christian Worldview. Stonestreet will speak on how today’s culture influences children in elementary, middle, and high school and how parents and educators can understand and counteract negative influences.

Public & Permanent: Cyber Safety Parenting Seminar September 16, 7:00 p.m.

Wesleyan College, Free Admission

Featuring National Speaker Richard Guerry, Founder and Director of the Institute for Responsible Online & CellPhone Communication, this event is co-hosted by First Presbyterian Day School and Stratford Academy. This multiaward winning program provides greater awareness of negative, irresponsible, and malicious digital behaviors as well as methods to reduce the risk of you or your child becoming a victim of a cyber-crime and cyberbullying.

REGISTRATION

Complete the information below or register online at www.fpdmacon.org.

Please fill out one registration form per participant. You may make copies or request copies as need. Make checks payable to FPD and place with registration in an envelope. Indicate on your check which program you or your student is attending. Mail registration and payment to: Center for Discovery, First Presbyterian Day School, 5671 Calvin Drive, Macon, GA 31210. Please send registration and payment at least two weeks prior to the first day of class.

Participant’s Name: ________________________________________ T-shirt Size (for minors):______________ Age (for minors):__________ 2014-2015 Grade:___________ Gender:____________ Parent/Guardian Name & Phone (if under 18):__________________________________________________________ Email Address:___________________________________________________________________________________ Address:________________________________________ City:__________________ State:_____ Zip:____________ Emergency Contact:_____________________________________ Relationship to Participant:____________________ Emergency Contact Home Phone:________________ Work Phone:_________________ Cell Phone:______________ Insurance Company Covering Participant:__________________________________________________________ Policy Number:____________________________ Policy Holder:___________________________________________ Classes Attending: 1:___________________________________ 2:______________________________________

3:___________________________________ 4:______________________________________ Option for FPD Families: Please bill my FPD Billing Acct: ____ Name on Acct: _________________________________ By signing below, I affirm that I am the participant or the parent or legal guardian of the participant (if under 18) named on this registration form. I assume all risks and hazards associated with such participation, including transportation to and from camp activities. I further certify that the class participant, either me or my child, is in good physical condition and can participate in all class activities. I understand that, although this is a recreational class, the possibility of an accident does exist. I further acknowledge that the school’s student accident insurance does not cover any injury incurred as a result of participation in a Center for Discovery class. I acknowledge that First Presbyterian Day School, its officers or agents shall not assume responsibility for injuries or costs associated with such injuries that I or my child may incur during camp. In the event of an injury, illness or accident involving my child named above, I authorize FPD camp staff members to use their best judgement in the care of me or my child.

Signature of Participant or Participant’s Legal Guardian (if under 18):_________________________________________________________________

POLICIES Admission: Admissions is offered to any student who meets the eligibility requirements of the camp or activity. First Presbyterian Day School welcomes any student regardless of race, color, religion, or ethnic origin who meets the standard of the activity. First Presbyterian Day School does teach and offer all classes from a Christian world view.

Registration: Registration is required for any class offering. Session are filled on a first-come first serve basis. Please enroll early. Any registrations that have been received after a class has reached capacity will be returned with a full refund. Mail the completed application and payment in full for each selected class and seminar to First Presbyterian Day School, Center for Discovery, 5671 Calvin Drive, Macon, GA 31210. Online registration is available on our website at www.fpdmacon.org.

if the class is cancelled. Except in cases of an emergency that is disclosed to First Presbyterian Day School prior to the start of an activity, refunds will not be given three business days prior to the beginning of the class or once the class has begun. No refunds are given for theatre performances.

Departure: Students should be picked up promptly at the end of each class or camp. For the safety of all participants, girls or boys left on campus before or after the camp will be escorted to Extended Day. If a child is not picked up promptly after the class, they will be escorted to extended day.

Attendance: First Presbyterian Day School will not contact parents when a student is not in attendance. NO refunds will be given for students who do not choose to attend classes or activities.

Payment and Fees: Class fees are due in full at the time of registration. All fees include all activities and supplies unless otherwise noted. Payments may be made by check or FPD students may apply the payment to their student account.

Behavior: Students are expected to adhere to the policies and procedures of First Presbyterian Day School students. First Presbyterian Day School reserves the right to dismiss any student whose behavior poses a discipline problem.

No refunds will be issued for any student who is asked to withdraw.

Class Minimum Policy: Some classes have participant minimums set by the instructor. If the minimum is not reached three business days prior to the beginning of the class, the class will be cancelled. Participants will be notified by email and payments refunded.

Personal Items: First Presbyterian Day School is not responsible for lost or stolen property. Student should not bring valuable items. All personal items should be clearly marked with the student’s name.

Refund Policy: A full refund is offered to the participant if the class is full or

Location: All activities are located on the First Presbyterian Day School Campus at 5671 Calvin Drive, Macon, GA 31210.