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Wednesday August 29, 2012

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Fall Activities Guide

New programs for kids, adults

By Tristan Hiegler of the Leader

General Activities

The Jefferson County Family YMCA is expanding its offerings this fall with new youth and adult programs, a direct response to what community members have sought.

“We’re here to be helpful,” said Erica Delma of Port Townsend, local program director.

The Y’s After the Bell after-school program is returning to Blue Heron Middle School (grades 4-8, 3-6 p.m., Monday through Thursday) in Port Townsend as well as launching at Chimacum Creek Primary School in Port Hadlock (grades 2-5, 3:305 p.m., Monday through Friday).

Activities include arts and crafts, culinary arts, athletics and homework help.

The fall session of After the Bell runs Sept. 10 through Dec. 1. The cost for the session is $550; installment plans and financial aid are available.

Class dates and times are still Swimming is one of the After the Bell after-school recreational programs being offered this fall (Sept. 12-Nov. 7) by the Jefferson County being determined; check the YMCA Family YMCA. The public pool in Port Townsend, supported by the City of Port Townsend, is slated to close late this year for maintewebsite for details: jeffersoncounty nance. Photo by Megan Claflin ymca.org.

For details, call Delma at 3855811 or thrivesoiree@gmail.com. community connector Delma said prompt financial aid services are available by call- More in Quilcene, Brinnon In addition to the After the Bell ing the YMCA’s main office (3855811), located at the Mountain View lineup, Delma said, more youth proCommons campus. The forms are grams are planned.

She said the Make a Difference also available online. She said that once a family qualifies for financial youth mentoring program is expandaid, that qualification carries over for ing to Quilcene and Brinnon. The program allows high-school-age and the entire year.

Delma said that, in addition to older volunteers to spend time with the after-school programs, both young men and women, providing Kevin Sanford, Blue Heron district did not sponsor any middle Blue Heron and Chimacum Creek positive and stable role models.

Delma said “Cross Training for Middle School’s new athletic direc- school sports during the last school Primary will have a YMCA representative available from 1 to 5:15 Girls,” with trainer Erica Dirksen, tor, hosts an open house at 5 p.m., year. There has been no PT middle p.m., weekdays. She said the new starts in September. The program Thursday, Aug. 30 at the school school football program for five years. position is to allow parents, faculty aims to build up young women by commons.

Sanford is a Port Townsend This school year, thanks and students to come in and ask working on physical fitness, self-conquestions about YMCA programs. fidence and positive peer relation- High School teacher and track to money raised by Team Port She said if the Y doesn’t offer a par- ships. That class is Sept. 12 through team coach. New Blue Heron prin- Townsend and the Redskin ticular program, it will direct people Oct. 4 and costs $5 per session. It’s cipal Diane Lashinsky and new Boosters, all middle school (grades also free to After the Bell partici- superintendent David Engle join 7-8) sports are returning. to the organization that does.

Seventh- and eighth-graders “It just gets back to the Y as being pants. Delma said she would like to him at the open house for an audimay register for football, crossa connector,” Delma said. “We’re bring an expanded and extended ence Q&A session.

“We just kind of need to cel- country and volleyball from 6 to 7 there to be helpful in any way pos- class back in the winter.

Swimming sessions at the ebrate sports coming back to the p.m. on Aug. 30. Coaches for those sible.” fall sports should also be on hand Delma said the YMCA lost 60 Mountain View Pool are being offered middle school,” Sanford said.

Because of budget decisions, the at the open house, Sanford said. percent of its funding at the begin- Sept. 12 through Nov. 7. Students ning of 2012, but has managed to are bused from Blue Heron Middle expand its programs by maintaining School on Wednesdays. The cost is and increasing its community col- $55 for this After the Bell program.

Lego Mindstorms is a robotlaborations and partnerships, and by ics program for ages 8 and older, sharing resources.

The following programs are offered this fall through “We’ve met financial challenges although younger kids can sign up Jefferson County Parks and Recreation. The Rec Center is locathead on and been very focused on when accompanied by an adult.

Delma added that the YMCA’s ed downstairs in the Port Townsend Community Center, creating a long-term sustainability plan so we can continue to provide certified after-school child care (ages 620 Tyler St. For more information call 385-2221 or visit services to the community,” Delma 5-12) is returning. Financial assis- countyrec.com/info/. tance is available. said.

Rec Play An example of those commuRec Play is Wednesdays after school at the ICE house 12:45-2:45 p.m. nity partnerships includes a well- More adult programs Delma said the YMCA plans to Rec Play is ideal for grades K-3. There are four sessions throughout the ness program created with Jefferson Healthcare. Called “Exercise and offer a computer literacy class for school year. Each session is eight to nine weeks. Cost is $50; drop-in fee Thrive,” it’s available for patients adults and seniors. The class teaches is $8 per day.

90 days out of cancer treatment. basic computer skills such as creatKid Fit at the Rec Center The class helps patients build muscle ing documents and Web browsing.

Kid Fit sessions are: Session 1 (Sept. 18-Oct. 25), Session 2 (Oct. Also coming this fall is an density and regain flexibility as well as providing tips on nutrition and art appreciation class with Dan 30-Dec. 13), Session 3 (Jan. 8-Feb. 14) and Session 4 (Feb. 19-March 28). Classes are offered for ages 2-8. Each session includes six classes Groussman, a local art teacher. mental health.

Dates for “Demystifying Art” Tuesday and/or Thursday. Cost is $42 for six 45-minute classes or $49 A program fundraiser – Enchanted Garden Soiree – is set and “Leather Craft” classes are yet for six one-hour classes. for 5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 15 at to be determined. Delma said the Heartspace, an artist’s residence. “Demystifying Art” class includes Youth Basketball Registration starts Oct. 1 for Pee-Wee (pre-K and kindergarten) and Tickets are $50 for a gathering that quick art critiques and the opportuincludes a meal prepared by Jefferson nity to attend an art walk downtown Junior Hoops (grades 1-6). Games are played on Saturdays. Pee-Wee is to apply the lessons learned in class. co-ed; Jr. Hoops is not. Registration deadline is Nov. 1 and the fee is $49.

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Blue Heron athletes, parents to meet Aug. 30

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WOODWORKING: Learning the craftsmanship of woodworking from the basics to the advanced, the YMCA with the Northwest Maritime Center and the PT School of Woodworking have classes for ages 6 through 14. Details TBA. YMCA: 360-385-5811.

Arts and Crafts PORT TOWNSEND ARTS GUILD FAIRS. “ Crafts by the Dock Fair”, September 8-9. Hours Sat. are 10 am to 6 pm, Sun. 10 am to 5 pm Madison St. at Water and new Civic Plaza downtown. “Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair” Fri., Nov. 23 and Sat., Nov. 24. 10 am to 5 pm both days; Port Townsend Community Center. Two floors of yearround juried arts and crafts. www.porttownsendartsguild.org for more information.

Dance DANCE JAM: WEEKLY FREESTYLE DANCE. Freestyle dance without instructions or “moves” to learn. No dance experience required, you simply need a desire to move and be healthy. Ages 18 and up. 7 pm Wed. at Mountain View Gym, YMCA, $5.

Alcohol and drug free event. Alana Karsch: 360-821-8335.

DISCOVER THE ART OF DANCE at O’Meara Dance Studio. Pre-registration for classes is Sept. 11, 3-6. Classes begin Sept. 12. Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, break dancing and musical theater for kinds and adults. O’Meara Dance Studio 360-379-4951, above the Uptown Theater. Celebrating our 48th year of teaching dance in Port Townsend.

Port Townsend Library PORT TOWNSEND LIBRARY’S HALLOWEEN HARVEST Celebration!

Sun., Oct. 28, 2 pm at Mountain View gym. Free. Come join us for a fun afternoon of family entertainment with gifted comedian and human cartoon, Continued on page 2▼

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Piano

Lessons

Classes for all ages & levels. 18 months-adult.

Call for times.

531-0748 twistersgymnastics@hotmail.com OR twistersgymnastics.wetpaint.com

MOUNTAIN VIEW POOL OPEN FOR FALL 2012. Visit www.cityofpt.us/pool. htm for our schedule, stop by at 1925 Blaine St., Suite 400, or call 360-3857665. Fitness classes, public and private swim lessons, and recreation programs.

NWMLS #281340 • $249,500

for Jefferson County.

Twisters

LEGO MINDSTORMS: A sophisticated robotics system where students learn how to build robots of infinite variety and purpose. Ages 8 and up, younger with adult. Details TBA. David Miller: 360-385-5811.

Large home, large lot, not-so-large price!

Nancy McConaghy: BEST HOMES

FALL YOUTH WOODWORKING 2012. The Port Townsend School of Woodworking in partnership with the Jefferson County YMCA and The Northwest Maritime Center is offering a 6 week youth woodworking class. The classes are for middle school age youth and homeschoolers ages 10-14. All classes use hand tools only and teach simple beginning projects which evolve into more challenging ones that are useful and fun. After-school classes will be offered from 3:45-5:45 on Tuesdays.

The 6- week sessions are Sept. 18 through Oct. 23. The fee is $65 for the 6 weeks and includes materials.

Preregistration is advised. Class is limited to 6 students. A second session may be added as needed. Classes are held at the Maritime Center. I will meet the school bus as needed. Please contact John Edwards, 360-385-6840 or jpedwar@gmail.com.

Jenny Pipia 360.379.8086

jenniferpipia@gmail.com

Children & Adults

Now enrolling Academy Preschool

• Montessori-inspired Discovery Learning • Multi-age Environment: 2.5 to 6 years • Saturday Evening School • Foreign Language Exposure • Holiday Break Camps • Drop in Space

360-379-1129

www.fireflyacademy.com

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school and join the awesomeness at the Port Townsend Library, 360-385-3181.

▼Continued from page 1 Alex Zerbe. Costumes encouraged and as always not too scary treats. This event is FREE thanks to the Friends of the Port Townsend Library.

TEEN MURDER MYSTERY AT THE LIBRARY. Sat., Oct. 27, 7-9 pm Who killed best-selling author Emily Thornton? Join us at the Library Learning Center and see if you can solve this crime. After you solve the mystery, we’ll celebrate with pizza!

For teens in grades 6-12. Bring a friend! For more information contact the Port Townsend Library at 360-385-3181.

TEEN READ-A-THON. Wed., Oct. 17, 12:30-3:30 pm Celebrate Teen Read Week with a 3-hour Read-a-Thon at the Library Learning Center. That’s right...dare to read for 3 hours!

Plus, speed date the latest teen books. (Can you choose a book in 60 seconds???) Snacks and prizes included. For teens in grades 6-12. Stop by after

WANT TO WRITE A GREAT COLLEGE admission essay?

Learn from a pro. Sheila Bender is the author of Perfect Phrases for the College Admission Essay and her 90 minute workshop will help you discover the words that describe yourself and grab the attention of college admission officers. So join us on Wednesday, Nov. 14 from 1-2:30 pm at the Port Townsend Public Library Learning Center, 1256 Lawrence St. This free workshop is recommended for high school juniors and seniors. For more information call Jody at 360344-3051 or 360-379-2980.

Jefferson County Library JEFFERSON COUNTY LIBRARY PRESENTS: 2012 Huntingford Humanities Lecture: David Guterson, Nov. 14, 6:30 pm, Chimacum High School Auditorium. Pacific Northwest author David Guterson will discuss his career as a writer.

His debut novel, Snow Falling on Cedars, won the prestigious PEN/Faulkner Award. His other books include East of the Mountains, Our Lady of the Forest, The Other and Ed King.

The Huntingford Humanities

KINGDOM KIDS PRESCHOOL Openings Available for Fall Schedule

385-6977

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER 45 Redeemer Way

School Starts Sept. 11!

Lecture was established in 2001 in memory of Sara L. Huntingford.

She was a longtime supporter of the Jefferson County Library.

Copies of Guterson’s books will be available for purchase following the event.

Education A STRONG FOUNDATION FOR WRITING, reading and spelling through a multi-sensory phonics course “Writing Road to Reading” is offered for elementary students Mondays, 8:45-9:45, at New Day Learning Academy; taught by Rebecca Maberry. Parents attend first four classes and students practice at home four days each week. Other Mondays classes and the teachers are Violin by Pat Yearian, German Language and Culture by native German teacher Gabriele Babik, and Early American History through stories and activities taught from a Principle Approach by Maxine Peirson. Registration is by quarter (nine weeks) for $54 each class. Classes begin Sept. 10.

Call 360-379-1334. www.newdaylearning.org AFTER THE BELL: A comprehensive after-school program promoting youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Monday through Thursday from 3 to 6 pm Blue Heron Middle School, grades 4 through 8. Chimacum Creek Primary: Grades 2 through 5.

YMCA: 360-385-5811.

HOME SCHOOL ENRICHMENT: Choose from a variety of mid-day academic and enrichment courses, including PE, Culinary Arts, Math, Science and more. Details TBA. YMCA: 360-385-5811.

MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME SCHOOLERS meet for classes three Friday afternoons a month, beginning Sept. 21. Consultation and oversight for all course work is available through local learning center for Academy Northwest. Call 360-379-1334.

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REC CENTER IS OPEN!

Pre-School Listings DISCOVERY HOUSE PRESCHOOL. 360-774-2152, Amber Jones, Teacher, 816 Discovery Road, Port Townsend.

I am offering a play-based home environment for children ages 3-5. My teaching philosophy draws from various aspects of my experience and study in alternative education, but overall promotes a Joy in Learning. Our days will include activities in various forms such as creative play, art, music, pretend, blocks and other open-ended toys, books and reading, practical skills, yoga, nature and outdoor play.

Through these activities, children will learn and improve skills in literacy, math, science, gross and fine motor skills, communication, expression, community, relationships, responsibility and so much more. Classes are offered Monday through Wednesday, 9-1. Families may choose between 1, 2 or 3-class sessions a week. Tuition ranges $150 - $350 per month. Class size is limited to 6 children.

FIREFLY ACADEMY PRESCHOOL is entering its 10th year as a multi-age program serving children 2.5-6 during the school year. We offer a variety of opportunities including but not limited to Spanish language and culture exposure, art, gardening, cooking, science, creative play and music. Mathematics, literacy and academics are blended into everything we do at Firefly.

Learning is fun and natural! We believe that children learn best through the process of discovery in an environment that is safe, stimulating, nurturing and supportive. We are Montessori inspired and draw from many philosophies, but most importantly, base our program around the participants creating a personalized approach to education. We take regular field trips and are pleased to offer a community based learning program Please call 360-379-1129 or visit www.fireflyacademy.com. Our hours are 9-3. Preschool-age children up to 4 hours. Pre-K/K and older, extended hours available. Flexible drop-off and pickup hours. Register for set days or use our flexible drop-in punch cards.

KINGDOM KIDS, 360-3856977, is a Christian-oriented preschool where children enjoy learning through play in a sunny,

spacious environment. Teachers provide center-based hand-on activities including art, science, music cooking, dramatic play and field trips. The goal is for students to leave for kindergarten both socially and academically prepared and with a love of learning. The school is located at the Lutheran church of the Redeemer at 45 Redeemer Way, off Chimacum Rd. just south of Port Hadlock. Class meets 3 days a week. Children ages 2 to 5 attend from 9 am to noon Tues., Wed. and Thurs. Cost is 120 mo., plus a $50 registration fee.

KRIS LOGUE’S CASTLE HILL PRESCHOOL. 360-385-3708.

Single class ages, 3-5 in Port Townsend. Class is 9 am -1 pm Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri. Cost for 4 days per week is $228 per month; 3 days per week, $171.

Kris has developed a curriculum incorporating language, art, music, literature, preschool skills and outdoor play. Highlights of the year include a Christmas program, a farm trip, the Rhody Kiddie Parade and graduation.

NEW DAY LEARNING ACADEMY welcomes children age 3-5 to venture into a faithcentered learning community that is designed to stimulate the various developing intelligences.

The program offers Montessoribased work stations to strengthen self-discipline and build up perseverance, with plenty of time for a child’s natural creativity and curiosity to guide their learning and play. Preschool hours are 8:45 - 1:00 on Tues., Weds. and Thurs. Classroom visits are encouraged for interested parents. Tuition is $150 for the 2 day program and $180 for the 3-days. The school is located at Calvary Community Church, 82 Roman’s Road, Port Townsend. www.newdaylearning.org 360-379-1334.

SUNFIELD WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD programs, 360-385-3658, honor the wholeness in body and spirit of every child age 1-6. A reverence for

the magical time of childhood is a guiding philosophy. All classes are taught by trained early childhood Waldorf educators and meet on Sunfield Farm in Port Hadlock. Buttercup Parent-Child class is open to children ages 1-3 years and their families. This group gathers on Saturday mornings from 10 am to noon, in seasonal sessions.

Cost is $150 for the fall 8-week session starting Oct. 6. Mixed age Preschool, Kindergarten classes for ages 3-1/2 -6 meet 9 am -1 pm, Mon. through Fri. The multi-age structure teaches leadership and cooperation.

Cost varies depending on number of days per week chosen.

The day is structured in a rhythmic way, with time for free play both inside and outside. Each day includes a long walk, across the farm fields and perhaps into the forest of Sunfield. Other activities include painting, beeswax modeling, sewing, caring for the farm animals, gardening, fairy tales, puppet plays, singing verses and movement. Visit sunfieldfarm.org for details and photos, or call 360-385-3658 with any questions.

S WA N SCHOOL DISCOVERER’S Preschool Program, 360-385-7340, 2345 Kuhn St. in Port Townsend, Mon. through Fri., 9 am-1 pm, geared toward ages 3 and 4.

Swan Preschool operates on a balanced calendar schedule. Taught by Loida Santana Robles, the class provides rich, child-centered classroom experiences that engage students in the exciting process of learning. The cooperative classroom community invites hands-on exploration of art, music, reading, writing, Spanish, mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills, science and the natural world, drama, movement and yoga. Monthly tuition is $299 for three days, $339 for four days, and $380 for five days, per week. Visit swanschool.net

Rec Center Free Drop-In Fall Hours (Starting in September) Mon, Tues, Thurs: 2pm-7pm, Wed: 1pm-7pm, Friday: 10am-9pm, Sat: 9am-9pm Closed Sundays & Holidays

Exciting Fall Youth & Adult Programs Rec Kid Fit • Rec Play • Youth Soccer Youth Basketball (Jr. Hoops ) Winter Camps • Zumba Xperience Fitness • 50+ Exercise Ranger Run • and More!

Questions about these or other County Rec Programs, please call 360.385.2221 or email Jess Winsheimer at jwinsheimer@countyrec.com or check our website:

www.countyrec.com

Our full-time Comprehensive Sailmaking and Rigging Program is held each winter at our waterfront campus. Master Sailmaker Sean Rankins, owner of Northwest Sails, and fellow experts in sailmaking, rigging and canvaswork who are masters of their trade are your instructors. Together, they contribute their expertise to your educational experience and invite you to share in the adventure of the maritime trades.

The School’s mission since 1981 has been to teach and preserve the skills and crafts associated with fine wooden boatbuilding and the maritime arts. Our college-level programs provided high quality education and training for adult students of all ages seeking valuable skills that will last a lifetime.

• Sailmaking • Rigging

• Repairs • Spars

• Marine Canvas Work • Traditional Handwork

You’ll learn the principles and practical hands-on skills to design and build sails for tall ships and other non-profit educational vessels in this unique program. We will teach you how to measure the rig, design and lay out the sails, and cut and sew sails for such vessels. Rigging theory and construction will be covered as well as sail repair and marine canvaswork. After we design and build the sails we will go sailing and experience our hand-crafted sails, rig and canvaswork in their intended environment, out at sea!

Half tuition

Class runs January 7th, 2013 through April 5th, 2013 Tuition $4,350 Registration fee $100 Scholarships available

scholarship for Tall Ship America members!

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Grant Street to the YMCA. 360385-5811.

Music PIANO LESSONS FOR ALL AGES. Kathie Sharp, an experienced teacher and performer, provides the tools to learn and develop musical skills to last a lifetime. 360-437-7928 or klrpsharp@yahoo.com.

▼Continued from page 2 www.newdaylearning.org NURTURED HEART PARENTING: Eight hours of instruction and training designed to build up and strengthen parent-child relationships and greatly reducing conflicts by intensifying parents responses and interactions with their children in the positive moments.

Kimberly Montgomery, NHA Certified Advanced Trainer, 360643-0135.

Classes KID FIT AT THE REC CENTER: Session 1 (Sept. 18-Oct. 25) Session 2 (Oct. 30-Dec. 13) Session 3 (Jan. 8-Feb .14) Session 4 (Feb. 19-Mar. 28) Classes are offered for ages 2-8 years old. Each session includes 6 classes Tues. and or Thurs.

The classes are $42 for six 45 min. classes or $49 for six 60 min. classes. For more information call 360-385-2221 or visit: www.countyrec.com/info/.

Gymnastics TWISTERS GYMNASTICS. Recreational to competitive; all ages, all levels, including parent, tot, all-boys tumbling, and adult and teen. Twisters is a non-profit organization keeping gymnastics alive in Port Townsend. Visit us on the second floor of the Post Office building or twistergymnastics.wetpaint.com. 360531-0748.

Child Care WEDNESDAY REC PLAY AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM Rec Play is held on Wed. after school at the ICE house from 12:40-2:40 pm Rec Play is ideal for grades K-3. There will be 4 sessions throughout the school year. Each session will be 8-9 weeks long. Each session is $50; drop-in fee is $8 per day. For more information call 360-3852221 or visit: www.countyrec. com/info/.

YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILDCARE: Licensed childcare for ages 5-12. Full-time, part-time and drop-in rates available. Financial assistance available, DSHS accepted. Children ride the bus from Blue Heron or

PIANO LESSONS FOR CHILDREN and ADULTS. Patient instructor with 20-plus years experience teaching classical piano. Emphasis on eartraining, theory and artistry with year-round performance opportunities. Fall semester begins Sept. 3. Contact Jenny Pipia at 360-379-8086 or jenniferpipia@ gmail.com SANDPIPERS PRESCHOOL MUSIC GROUP for ages 3-4.

Explore rhythm, movement and song in a playful and nurturing environment. Thurs. 11-11:50 am First 4-week session begins Sept. 6. Space is limited. Contact Jenny Pipia at 360-379-8086 or jenniferpipia@gmail.com.

WHETHER YOU PLAY FIDDLE TUNES, jazz, orchestral music, solo concerts, or just noodle around, all musicians need to play their scales. And just as it’s much easier to do aerobics in a class with an instructor, it’s easy and even fun to play your scales in this exciting new format. But that’s not all. In addition to concentrated scale work you will also practice yoga stretches and martial art forms beneficial to string players. Tuesdays 7-9 pm, begins Sept. 18 at the Community Center in uptown Port Townsend. Class 1: 7-8 pm for all strings and violins in first position. Class 2: 8-9 pm for advanced violins in higher positions. Cost: $10 per person per class, or both for $15 (ask about our special family rates).

For more information contact Cliff Self 360-379-8134. http:// cliffself.net

Health JEFFERSON HEALTHCARE’S (JHC) 8-week Mindfulness Stress Reduction program works to develop inner calm and well being, mental focus, emotional balance, communication, body awareness and strategies for coping with pain. Sept. 25 through Nov. 27.

Tues. 7-8:30 pm. Location: JHC room to be announced. Cost $100, includes practice CDs and workbook. Scholarships available. Pre-registration required.

Class limited to 20 students.

Contact Jackie Levin RN, MS 360-385-2200 ext. 2235.

ment in Quilcene’s traditional schools has been dropping, alternative programs have been making up that ground.

Superintendent Lis said the Homeschool Exploration Program (HEP) has experienced a surge of popularity over the last few years.

“It’s come all the way from a dozen students to 300 students,” Lis said.

He said due to staffing limitations, the program was capped at 350. According to the HEP page on the school district’s website, enrollment is already full for the 20122013 school year.

“We’re providing a really quality program.” Betteley said. “The home school community is a really tight knit group of families, and they talked to each other, word gets around.”

Lis said based on a state ruling on alternative educa-

Kids take on triathlon

Port Townsend’s first Junior Triathlon was staged Aug. 25 at Mountain View Commons and Blue Heron Middle School.

“Everyone seemed to have a good time,” noted Penny Westerfield, an organizer and president of Soroptimist International of Port Townsend/East Jefferson County.

The event was co-produced by Soroptimists, the City of Port Townsend and Jefferson County Parks & Recreation. The Port Townsend Marathon Association and Jefferson Healthcare also lent major support.

Here are the results for both recreational and “Iron Kid” divisions (names are spelled as provided).

Rec Kids 7-8

1) Cooper Day 13.69; 2) Graham Baskin Thompson 13.76; 3) Sam Carlson 16.24; 4) Aidan Vrentas 16.46; 5) Jason Ramey 19.04; 6) Camryn Hines 19.84: 7) Maya Dow 19.95; 8) Aiden Murrey 20.13; 9) Will Hiegel 22.25; 10) Griffin Shoeman 22.34; 11) Grace Wentzel 24.14; 12) Connor Lehosky 24.45; 13) Elizabeth Krajewski 27.05.

Local employee-owned Co-op 360-385-5797 360-683-4010 www.sunshinepropane.com Lic#SUNSHP*077QP

360.379.8086

jenniferpipia@gmail.com

Call Pat Bomar at 360-379-9262

or email frog@olympus.net for details.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

Children’s Choir

Mondays 5-7 yrs.

5-5:45 pm 8-12 yrs.

5:45-6:30 pm

Jenny Pipia

“The House Whisperer”

360.379.4555 These young runners were among the 40 youths, ages 7-14, who participated Aug. 25 in a junior triathlon sponsored by Soroptimist International of Port Townsend/ East Jefferson County, Jefferson County Parks and Recreation and the City of Port Townsend. Photo by Megan Claflin

Iron Kids 11-14

1) Corinne Pierson 1:01.7; 2) Jacycee Fraser 1:09.5; 3) Nathan Ramey 1:15.6.

• Facials • Waxing • Natural Skin Care

Connie Segal LICENSED ESTHETICIAN

360.821.1718 www.ConnieSegal.com

• L a s h & B r o w T i n t i ng •

Tai Chi Chuan “Supreme Ultimate Exercise”

Rec Kids 9-11

39th Year of Teaching

1) Annika Carlson 20.9; 2) Alex Oathout 23.07; 3) Solomon McCready 25.2; 4) Tristen Herbig 25.48; 5) Nylah Garling 26.48; 6) Clara Dale 26.52; 7) Gwen Cooley 26.98; 8) Paige Wickens 28.4; 9) Sam Day 28.41; 10) Makaila Nelson 35.94; 11) Jenna Hiegal 40.23; 12) Emily SollyTanner 40.3.

Michael Gilman

Director, World-recognized Expert

Tai Chi Chuan Chi Kung Morning Exercises

Rec Kids 12-14

New Schedule begins Oct. 1

1) Levi Golden 27.11; 2) Jeremiah Thetford 39.68; 3) Alex Montanez 41.68.

First Class Free!

Iron Kids 7-10

1) Seamus Fraser 28.97; 2) Kincaid Gould 29.02; 3) Jarred Lehosky 34.52; 4) Maya Wickens 33.63; 5) Lucia Long 34.53.

The Gilman Studio

corner of Cherry & L St., Port Townsend Call 385-5027 for more information, or visit www.gilmanstudio.com

Elect

• Pre K-6th Grades • Innovative Curriculum • Balanced Calendar

Superior Court Judge

www.swanschool.net

Keith Harper

360-385-7340

Port Townsend

Discover the Art of Dance at O’Meara Dance Studio

Computers, Inc.

PCs, Macs & Cell Phones The peninsula’s only authorized service center for Apple warranty repairs CompTIA A+ Certified Service Center We make house calls & do networking!

M-F: 10-6; Sat: 10-4

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1200 W Sims Way, Suite. B

360-379-0605

SCALEsthenics A fun new approach to scales for strings

A new way to “map” the fingerboard The secret of playing in tune

Tuesdays 7-9 pm beginning Sept. 18 at the Community Center, uptown Port Townsend

Class 1: 7-8 pm: for all strings and violins in first position Class 2: 8-9 pm: advanced violins in higher positions www.newdaylearning.org

Begin your music adventure this fall!

BRUCE CANNAVARO

More effective practice techniques Better body mechanics Melodic scale patterns

Phone: 379-1334

for children & adults

REAL ESTATE

Learn:

Located at 82 Romans Road, Port Townsend

PIANO LESSONS

jenniferpipia@gmail.com

Thursdays 11 am First Session begins Sept 6th!

Jenny Pipia

As for the search for Betteley’s replacement, Lis said the school board could decide to hire a retired principal on a one-year basis or post the job and seek candidates.

360.379.8086

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tion, HEP is available for grades K-8. There won’t be high school level HEP classes for the 2012-2013 school year.

While alternative programs are seeing success, Lis said changes could be coming to the school structure.

“We have declining enrollment, it will impact the grade level configuration if the enrollment continues to decline,” he said.

He said the school board delayed those changes this year to provide more time for community outreach. Meetings with the public on changing grade level configurations could happen in December or January, Lis said, after the preliminary state budget is available.

The district’s most recent newsletter said the 2012-2013 grade configuration is a mix of combination classes: K/1, 2/3, 4/5 and 6th grade.

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ing individualized special education courses and fostering reading, writing and math skills.

This spring, Betteley was a finalist for the Blue Heron Middle School principal opening in Port Townsend.

“The Quilcene School District is really losing someone that brought talents to the district,” Quilcene-Brinnon Superintendent Wally Lis said.

After he graduated from high school in Mattawan, Michigan, Betteley said he immediately enrolled in a police academy. He worked with a sheriff’s office and police department in Michigan.

After his time in law enforcement, he said he spent 11 and a half years in the U.S. Naval Submarine Service.

“It was an important job,” he said. “It was great until I got married and have a kid.”

Betteley said while enroll-

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years in the Central Kitsap School District teaching speQuilcene School District’s cial ed, history, the humanities principal since 2005 has and health. stepped down to once again The move to Quilcene as an pursue a teaching career. assistant principal and direcJim Betteley confirmed tor of special education took in an Aug. 15 interview he place in 2005. Betteley said he is starting at the Chimacum was appointed to the principal School District this month as position in 2007. a special education resource “You can imagine being an room teacher. His last day at admin is much more on the Quilcene is Aug. 27. negative side of things,” he “I’m going to miss it here, I said, adding that he’s looking loved working here,” Betteley forward to taking his adminsaid. istrative skills into his new He said he’s looking for- position. ward to getting back into the “Chimacum is a much largclassroom. Betteley spent four er district with more opportuyears in the South Kitsap nities for me,” he said.

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