Millhopper Montessori School Spring Brochure 2016 - 2017

2016-2017

Spring After School Studios

IMAGINATIVE MOVEMENT Ages 3 - 1st Grade Tuesday • 3:35 - 4:05 PM Ms. Crystal Sorrow This class will embrace many aspects of dance, theatre, music, and movement. Students will learn basic stretches, movements, choreography, tumbling, and yoga poses. This class will be very interactive with children developing dance moves in an often improvisational style, encouraged by planned music or stylistic props. Classmates will encourage each other, laugh together, move together, and learn physical confidence. The goals in this class are to reduce shyness, encourage self-esteem, and establish freedom within self-expression. This class acknowledges that just as we all move differently we can all move confidently. Classes will also include mask making, the use of rhythm instruments, the use of poetry and story with dance, and other extensions that incorporate theatrical elements.

Large movement props such as a parachute, hula-hoops, jump ropes, and bean bags will also be introduced and used to develop new physical skills.

Classes Begin: No Classes:

Tuesday, January 3, 2017 March 14 March 28

Payment:

$250.00 Spring semester (January - April) Four students are needed for the class to occur.

Contact Information: E-mail is the easiest way to communicate with me and for me to communicate with you. My email address is csorrow@millhopper.com Children must be 3 years of age AND potty-trained to attend this after school studio.

Note:

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

BEGINNING COOKING Ages 3 1/2 - 1st Grade Thursday • 3:35 - 4:20 PM Ms. Crystal Sorrow This class will strive to teach a love of the process of cooking. Children will participate in every aspect of creating an edible recipe during each class. Children will measure, count, pour, mix, identify ingredients, and discuss the final product. This class will employ the Montessori techniques of a truly sensorial experience. Students will be introduced to new foods, will learn ingredient names, and will work with a variety of kitchen implements. Some heat cooking will be used, but many recipes will focus on the preparation and will not require heat. This class will be an excellent hands-on experience and will promote self-confidence. Children will be able to eat or bring home their prepared Please send in a container with your child each food at the end of each class.

week for leftovers.

Classes Begin: No Classes:

Thursday, January 5, 2017 March 16 March 30 April 6

Payment:

$400.00 for Spring semester (January - April) Includes all ingredients and equipment

Return the application by Tuesday, January 3rd. Five students are needed for the class to occur.

Classes in the past have filled before the initial class. Acceptance into studio is at the teacher’s discretion.

Contact Information:

E-mail is the easiest way to communicate with me and for me to communicate with you. My email address is csorrow@millhopper.com

Children must be 3.5 years of age AND potty-trained to attend this after school studio. *If your child’s food allergies are severe or numerous please speak to Ms. Crystal directly before registering your child in cooking class. Please remember that we are cooking each week with a number of children and it may not be possible to accommodate all allergies or food considerations.

Note:

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

BEGINNING SEWING Ages 4 - Kindergarten Tuesday • 3:30 - 4:30 PM Ms. Christina Wegner Ms. Christina Wegner will offer a Beginning Sewing Studio on Tuesday afternoons from 3:30-4:30 in Ms. Martha Dolan's classroom.

This class will serve as a fun, creative outlet as children learn beginning hand stitching techniques as they complete several different projects.

Children will also learn how to sew buttons, weaving, sewing on plastic canvas and more! *Acceptance into studio is discretion. Space is limited.

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Classes Begin:

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Payment:

$300.00 for Spring semester (January - May) (Includes material cost)

Contact Information:

Ms. Christina Wegner cwegner@millhopper.com

Sewing will not take place on Teacher Work Afternoons.

Note:

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

VOCAL ENSEMBLE SPOTLIGHT SINGERS (Junior and Senior Groups) Ages 4 – 8th Grade Monday • Juniors 3:30 - 3:55, Seniors 4:00 - 4:30 PM Director: Ms. Christina Eckstein In keeping with the Montessori philosophy, I will be asking some of the younger elementary students to join the junior vocal ensemble. The elementary students will develop confidence and leadership skills as the younger students learn proper techniques that are being modeled by the older students.

There will be no extra cost if your child participates in two sessions. Elementary students will be placed in groups depending on musical skill and behavior demonstrated during rehearsals.

If your answer is YES to the following questions, then the vocal ensemble studio is for you!

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Do you love to sing?

Can you carry a tune?

Are you able to move to the beat of the music?

Do you have dramatic expression?

Do you love bringing joy to others through the performing arts?

Students will be exposed to a wide variety of musical styles and genres in vocal ensemble. In addition to singing, some compositions will lend itself to great choreography and dramatic presentations. Most importantly, students learn how to work as a team and develop self-confidence as they work towards a common goal.

Classes Begin:

Monday, January 9th, 2017

Times:

3:30-3:55 Jr. Vocal Ensemble 4:00-4:30 Sr. Vocal Ensemble

Payment:

$200.00 for Spring semester: January - May (includes rehearsals, music and accompanist fee)

Deadline:

Application deadline is Friday, January 6th. Families will be notified via e-mail about ensemble placement on the weekend of January 6th.

Contact Information:

Ms. Christina Eckstein ceckstein@millhopper.com

NOTES:

Students will eat snack when it is served during the After School Program.

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee.

- Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

SEWING Monday 3rd - 8th Grade • 3:30 - 5:00 PM Wednesday or Thursday 1st - 8th Grade • 3:30 - 5:00 PM Ms. Susie Long Ms. Susie will offer a Sewing Studio on Monday, Wednesday or Thursday afternoons from 3:30-5:00 in Ms. Erin Sorel’s classroom.

The children will learn many different styles of sewing, including hand sewing (embroidery) and sewing on the sewing machine. Several different projects will be made at varying levels of ability.

SPACE IS LIMITED.

Classes Begin:

Monday, January 9, 2017

Payment:

$350.00 for Spring semester (January - May) Includes supplies & materials

Contact Information:

Ms. Susie Long slong@millhopper.com 352-331-2135

Note:

- The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

CHESS CLUB 1st - 8th Grade Tuesday • 3:30 - 4:30 PM Mr. Richard Aslanian All students in 1st through 8th grades are welcome to join. The requirements are a commitment to attending chess club and a basic knowledge of the game. Students need to know the names of all pieces and how they move, how to set up a chessboard, and the concept of a checkmate. The purpose of the club is to play, improve skills and to have fun!

Some group instruction is provided by our chess coach at the beginning of each session, followed by the students pairing up and playing each other. If you have any questions, please call or e-mail Mr. Richard.

Classes Begin:

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Payment:

$100.00 for Spring semester (January - April)

Contact Information:

Mr. Richard Aslanian raslanian@millhopper.com

Studio will cap at 20 students.

Chess Club will not take place on Teacher Work Afternoons.

Please be sure to indicate your child’s t-shirt size on the registration form.

Note:

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

MMS BAND 3rd - 8th Grade Thursday • 3:30 - 5:00 PM Ms. Margaret Dixon & Ms. Danaya Wright

Interested in making music and learning an instrument? Pick an instrument (cannot accommodate string instruments) and join the MMS Band!

No experience necessary.

Students will learn the basics and get instruction through our very own performer and music educator, along with an experienced MMS parent musician. Instruments can be rented from Great Southern Music Co. for a very reasonable amount, or a student may borrow from a friend or family member.

Join us for the fall semester, and get ready to perform!

Classes Begin:

Thursday, January 5, 2017 First class will be a chance to try out various instruments and pick one!

Payment:

$250.00 for Spring semester (January– May) Does not include instrument or stand

Contact Information:

Margaret Dixon Danaya Wright

margaretdixon8@gmail.com wrightdc@law.ufl.edu

10 students are needed for the studio to occur.

Note:

- The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee.

- Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

LEGO MINDSTORM ROBOTICS 4th-8th Grade Thursday • 4:00 - 5:30 PM Ms. Sherilyn Farris & Mr. Richard Aslanian

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Use STEM skills and programming (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)

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Enjoy a fun, creative, hands-on learning experience with your friends

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Build skills in cooperative learning, creativity and higher level thinking

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Think like engineers, scientists and designers

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Challenge yourself to accomplish goals and complete obstacle courses  

Appreciate your accomplishments and Learn from your actions

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THINK. CREATE. TEST. ENJOY!

Sessions:

Thursday, January 19, 2017 January 26 February 2, 16, 23 March 9, 16, 30 (NO March 2 session) April 6

Payment:

$100.00 for Spring semester (January - April)

Contact Information:

Ms. Sherilyn Farris Mr. Richard Aslanian

Note:

sfarris@millhopper.com raslanian@millhopper.com

- The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee.

- Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

RETRO GAMING CLUB 5th - 8th Grade Wednesday • 4:00 - 5:30 PM Mr. Carter Johnson

What’s retro is new again! Come join Mr. Carter as he introduces this generation of gamers to the console that started it all, the original NES. Students will get the opportunity every second and fourth Wednesdays to experience the games of the 8 bit generation. Come test your gaming skills against some of the hardest, longest and beloved classics of the video game era. Patience, teamwork, and problem solving skills will all be necessary to conquer these games.

Each month will find students taking on a different genre of the NES. Platformers, sports, flying, RPGs, and of course MARIO will all be on display.

Class Dates:

Second and Fourth Wednesdays: January 11 March 8 January 25 April 12 February 8 April 26 February 22 May 10

Payment Options:

$50.00 for Fall semester (January - May)

Contact Information:

Mr. Carter Johnson cjohnson@millhopper.com

Studio will cap at 20 students Note:

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

Middle School Gaming Society 6th - 8th Grade Monday • 4:00 - 5:45 PM Ms. Susan Hansen The Middle School Gaming Society will meet once a month for an hour and a half.

(9 sessions total). We will play fun table top games while working on cooperation, strategy, and critical thinking skills. *There will also be optional small group games with Ms. Susan Hansen on most Fridays. From 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Table top games are a great way to get together and spend time with people. Middle schoolers should enjoy the opportunity to hang out, not do homework, and PLAY MORE GAMES!

Class Dates:

Last Monday of every month (typically): January 30 February 13 March 27 April 24 May 22

Payment Options:

$50.00 for Spring semester (January - May)

Contact Information:

Ms. Susan Hansen shansen@millhopper.com

Note:

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

AFTERNOON ACADEMICS Ages 3 1/2 to 7 or on as need basis Monday - Friday • 3:30 - 4:15 & 4:30 - 5:15 PM Ms. Elizabeth Falls Ms. Elizabeth Falls will be teaching private lessons from 3:30 - 5:15 p.m. each afternoon.

Lessons will focus on math and language (pre-reading, reading and handwriting).

Lessons are filled on a first come first serve basis and will be offered every afternoon in 45 minute increments. In order to keep the lessons individualized, please note there is a two student maximum per session - 3:30-4:15 and 4:30-5:15p.m.

Classes Begin:

Wednesday, January 4, 2017

Payment

$55.00 per session - billed monthly

Contact Information:

Ms. Elizabeth Falls efalls@millhopper.com

*Please contact Ms. Elizabeth Falls to schedule your child’s session(s).

Afternoon Academics will not take place on Teacher Work Afternoons.

Note:

- The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

AFTERSCHOOL TUTORING/HOMEWORK HELP 1st - 5th Grade Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or/and Thursday 3:30 - 4:30 PM Ms. Joanne McFarland Ms. Joanne will offer one-on-one or small group skills and homework tutoring after school for 1st through 5th grade students. Students can use these sessions to:   

work on math, science, or social studies skills work on homework, or specific assignments prepare and study for a test

Tutoring/Homework Help will be available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or/and Thursday from 3:30 – 4:30 PM (unexpected changes may occur due to MMS scheduling changes). Sessions will be filled by appointment only, and on a first come/first served basis. Please contact Ms. Joanne directly to set up as many sessions as you need, at any time of the year.

Classes Begin:

Monday, January 9, 2017 (January - May)

Payment:

$40.00 per hour/per student

Contact Information:

jmcfarland@millhopper.com

There will be a maximum of 3 students allowed per session. Contact Ms. Joanne directly to sign up for specific sessions - as few or as many as are needed.

Tutoring/Homework Help will not take place on Teacher Work Afternoons.

Note:

- The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee.

- Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

AFTERSCHOOL TUTORING/HOMEWORK HELP 1st - 5th Grade Monday, Wednesday, or/and Thursday 3:30 - 4:30 PM Mr. Richard Aslanian Mr. Richard will offer one-on-one or small group skills and homework tutoring after school for 1st through 5th grade students. Students can use these sessions to:   

work on math, science, or social studies skills work on homework, or specific assignments prepare and study for a test

Tutoring/Homework Help will be available on Monday, Wednesday, or/and Thursday from 3:30 – 4:30 PM (unexpected changes may occur due to MMS scheduling changes).

Sessions will be filled by appointment only, and on a first come/first served basis. Please contact Mr. Richard directly to set up as many sessions as you need, at any time of the year.

Classes Begin:

Monday, January 9, 2017 Spring semester (January - May)

Payment:

$40.00 per hour/per student

Contact Information:

raslanian@millhopper.com

There will be a maximum of 3 students allowed per session. Contact Mr. Richard directly to sign up for specific sessions - as few or as many as are needed.

Tutoring/Homework Help will not take place on Teacher Work Afternoons.

Note:

- The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee.

- Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

2016-2017 Spring Studio Application Child's Name:

_________________________________________________________________________ (Last) (First) (MI) (Alias)

Child’s Teacher:

____________________ Gender: _________

Child’s Date of Birth: _____/_____/_____

Parent's/Guardian’s Name(s):

____________________________________________________________

Email Address(es):

____________________________________________________________

Parent's/Guardian’s Signature:

____________________________________________________________

Note:

- Full payment for each Studio due in advance - Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due

Please register my child for the following studio(s): ________

Imaginative Movement - Ages 3 through 1st Grade - Tuesday 3:35-4:05 PM $250.00 Spring semester / January - April

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Beginning Cooking - Ages 3 1/2 through 1st Grade - Thursday 3:35-4:20 PM $400.00 Spring semester / January - April

IMPORTANT: If your child has food allergies and/or considerations (ie. vegetarian), please contact Ms. Crystal Sorrow

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Beginning Sewing - Ages 4 through Kindergarten - Tuesday 3:30-4:30 PM $300.00 Spring semester / January - May

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Vocal Ensemble - Ages 4 through 8th Grade - Monday _____Jr. 3:30-3:55 PM _____ Sr. 4:00-4:30 PM $200.00 Spring semester / January - May

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Sewing - 1st through 8th Grade - 3:30-5:00 PM _____Monday 3rd - 8th Grade _____Wednesday 1st - 8th Grade _____Thursday 1st - 8th Grade $350.00 Spring semester / January - May

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Chess Club - 1st through 8th Grade - Tuesday 3:30-4:30 PM $100.00 Spring semester / January - April T-shirt Size: YS_____ YM_____ YL_____ AS_____ AM_____ AL _____ AXL_____

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Band - 3rd through 8th Grade - Thursday - 3:30-5:00 PM $250.00 Spring semester / January - May

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Lego Mindstorm Robotics - 4th through 8th Grade - Thursday - 4:00-5:30 PM $100.00 Spring semester / January - April

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Retro Gaming Club - 5th through 8th Grade - Wednesday - 4:00-5:30 PM $50.00 Spring semester / January - May

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Gaming Society - 6th through 8th Grade - Monday - 4:00-5:45 PM $50.00 Spring semester / January - May

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Afternoon Academics - Ages 3 1/2 through 7 years old or on as need basis $55.00 per session billed monthly

(Please select preferred day(s)/time below and Ms. Elizabeth will confirm with you. Please note day/time selection is not guaranteed.)

_____ 3:30 - 4:15 PM or _____ 4:30 - 5:15 PM _____ Monday _____ Tuesday _____ Wednesday

_____ Thursday

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Afterschool Tutoring and Homework Help - 1st through 5th Grade - 3:30-4:30 PM _____Monday _____Tuesday _____ Wednesday _____Thursday $40.00 per hour/per student. Sign up with Ms. Joanne Mc Farland

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Afterschool Tutoring and Homework Help - 1st through 5th Grade - 3:30-4:30 PM _____Monday _____ Wednesday _____Thursday $40.00 per hour/per student. Sign up with Mr. Richard Aslanian

_____ Friday

Payment Information Please select one: _____ Enclosed is my payment in the amount of $________________. Please make checks payable to MMS. _____ Bill my account.

Note:

- Costs are the same amount each month regardless of how many weeks are in a month - The After School Program fee of $5.50 per hour will be charged in addition to the Studio fee - Students will not be able to participate in any after school studios if any tuition payment is past due