NCE Summer 2017 Catalog by Newton Community Education

summer 2017

notes meet our staff Susanne Chan-Wong I’m Susanne, one of the Admin staff here at NCE. My family moved to Newton 21 years ago. My daughter Rachel and son Mitchel are products of the Newton Public Schools. When my kids were about to go off to colleges out of state, I reminded them that Newton is not like the rest of the world! Not all places are as open-minded and diverse as we are; we’re lucky to live in this great city. I graduated with a Computer Science degree from Northeastern and worked as a software engineer for over 20 years. When my company downsized, I decided to stay home and spend some quality time with my kids. (Parents out there know, this is the hardest job!) I did enjoy my new role as part-time chauffeur, which allowed my kids to do afternoon activities. One year turned into two… and next thing I knew my kids were off to college and I was semi-retired! Being out of the software industry for so long, I was behind on the ever-evolving technology. But I wanted to get out of the house, so I became a permanent substitute at Cabot. I only worked two days a week, but it was exhilarating and different each day. As a substitute, I didn’t know what I would be doing until I got to work that day. I was a classroom teacher, gym teacher, art teacher, and personal aide. At times it was challenging, but I always enjoyed getting to know the kids. After about a year, I decided to work full-time and landed here at NCE. NCE is completely different from anything I’ve done in the past. It’s my first time doing customer service. It’s been very interesting helping people by phone, via email, and in person. Although I’m typically on the phone for a just a few minutes with people, I feel that I’m able to make connections. I’m always appreciative and proud when someone tells me I helped them in some way. It’s the little things in life sometimes that make someone’s day (including mine). During the summer, I like to visit our Kids classes. There are so many different types of classes! When I see the kids engaged in various activities, I wish I were a kid again! I did take a cooking class here and that was great. (Note to self: find time for more classes!) Its been eye-opening to see how NCE serves the community in Susanne’s Wish List so many ways, whether it’s enrichment afSummer classes: for ter-school programs for kids, SAT prep classes Silk Scarf Painting page 9 or Driver’s Ed for high schoolers, or enrichPottery page 11 ment programs for adults. There’s something Alexander Technique page 20 for everyone here at NCE! Call me and I’ll help you find what’s right for you.

Table of Contents Class Categories

Art & Photography........................................5 Business & Career .........................................7 Certificate Programs....................................23 Computers & Technology ..............................8 Crafts & Needlework.....................................9 Dance & Fitness ..........................................11 English Language Learners (ELL).................13 Food & Drink...............................................14 HiSET®.........................................................15 Home & Garden...........................................16 Languages..................................................17 Mind, Body, & Soul .....................................19 Money & Real Estate...................................21 Music & Theatre Arts ..................................22 Online Learning ..........................................23 Recreation ..................................................24 Speaking, Writing, & Literature ..................25 Kids Categories All Kids Classes............................................26 Sports.........................................................39 College Prep/Driver’s Ed..............................41 Summer at a Glance ............................ 42–43 NCE Summer School....................................44 Nuts & Bolts General Info & Policies ......................... 45–46 Registration Form.......................................47 Picks for Kids ................................................4

Don’t Wait! Sign up now for the class you want to take. We must decide whether or not a class is running a week or more before its start date, and your registration can make the difference. Some classes fill quickly, so register early to avoid disappointment.

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art & photography

try something new… Art & Photography For most art classes you will need to purchase materials before the start of class. Check your course listing on our website for specifics.

Basic Drawing Gary Tucker, Instructor Drawing, the most approachable form of visual art, is an excellent precursor to painting, illustration, web design, animation, and more. It is also satisfying and challenging on its own. Through the practice of drawing we learn to see the world around us—and then interpret it. Our instructor will provide demonstrations and exercises in basic design using line, contour, shape, texture, composition, shadow and light. Each week you’ll work from a different still life. In addition, there will be homework assignments and weekly critiques. New and returning students welcome. Note: A $7 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Bring a 9x12 sketchbook, kneaded eraser, 2B, 4B, and 6B pencils, and a pencil sharpener.

A100-S17 $189 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–9pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

Sargent’s Method of Drawing for Beginners Jack Neylan, Instructor John Singer Sargent’s paintings are world-renowned for their technique and beauty. However, during his lifetime as an artist and teacher, Sargent spent much of his time drawing. Sargent saw drawing not only as a valid medium in its own right, but as the fundamental medium for any artist. Learn Sargent’s techniques for drawing in both graphite and charcoal. You’ll begin with recreating his drawings and then gradually work towards creating your own work utilizing his methods. The course will culminate in a live-model session. Note: A $10-$20 model fee is payable to the instructor. Bring graphite pencils, charcoal pencils, and an 18x24 drawing pad to class.

A141-S17 $139 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7–9pm June 29–July 27

Drawing Summer Gardens Jeanne Gugino, Instructor Use the summer harvest as inspiration for your drawings. We’ll pick from Newton South’s student-run garden to draw a variety of still-life arrangements highlighting the harvest’s bounteous shapes and colors. Using graphite pencil, colored pencils, or pastels, you’ll capture the beauty of the season. All levels welcome.

Registration is now open...

Note: A $5 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Bring graphite pencils, and a kneaded eraser, board, and drawing paper to the first class.

Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early so you don’t miss out!

A128-S17 $139 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30 –8:30pm June 28–July 26

Pastel Drawing Cyrus Whittier, Instructor Whether you work in fine detail or more broadly, join us and learn about linear strokes, cross-hatching, scumbling, feathering, and blending. There will be plenty of demonstrations to guide you along the way as you practice your technique on a wide variety of subjects from flowers to metal objects. Expect to progress from a restricted palette to full color compositions, focusing on how to identify and adjust the colors you observe. All levels, new and returning students welcome. Note: See class online for materials.

A230-S17 $165 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30 –9pm June 28–July 26

Still Life with Watercolors Jeanne Gugino, Instructor Explore the elements of landscape and stilllife painting using watercolors. We’ll draw and paint fruits, flowers, bowls and vases, to gain an understanding of light, form, and dimension. Through layering and colormixing exercises, you’ll develop techniques to capture the unique aspect of transparency in watercolor. We’ll also discuss the vision and techniques of great watercolor artists such as Sargent and Turner, and modernists such as Klee and Nolde. New and returning students welcome. Note: See class online for materials.

A111-S17 $139 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:30 –8:30pm June 29–July 27

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art & photography

Watercolor Painting: Advanced Gary Tucker, Instructor Improve your watercolor painting techniques. You’ll learn to create sparkling watercolors consistently and with confidence. Weekly demonstrations will center on painting methods and various aspects of the art form. Projects will include working from landscapes and still lifes. Prerequisite: basic watercolor and drawing skills. Note: See class online for materials.

A142-S17 $189 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm June 28–July 26

Abstract Painting Paola Page, Instructor Find your inner abstract painter. Explore this style of art as you learn to paint with acrylics. Inspired by the styles of artists such as Kandinsky, Frankenthaler, Rothko and Noland, you’ll experiment with shape, texture, and color using brushes and palette knives. We’ll interpret traditional subjects such as landscape, still life, and portrait, and also explore conceptual themes as well as your own independent ideas. New and returning students at all levels welcome. Note: See class online for materials.

A786-S17 $165 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30 –9pm June 28–July 26

Calling All Artists! Show your stuff at Celebrate Newton, NCE’s own juried craft fair on Sunday, December 3. Learn all about it at celebratenewton.com.

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Oil Painting for Beginners Jack Neylan, Instructor Oil paint is a fluid medium; the paint is slow to dry and easy to blend, so you can make changes as your work evolves. In this class you’ll learn the basic color wheel and how to properly mix paints. Starting with still-life painting, moving to abstract, and working towards live-model painting, you’ll develop new skills and gain a solid understanding of this medium. We’ll use linseed oils and stand oils as you explore on canvas, linen, and wood, and you’ll learn the proper precautions when using turpentine mixes. Expect to complete three paintings. All levels welcome. Acrylic painters are welcome too. Note: Bring a small cotton canvas, paint brush and a selection of paints. Other materials will be discussed in class.

A290-S17 $165 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–9:30pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4 New

Darkroom Photography Sarah Alpert, Instructor Dust off that old 35mm camera buried in your basement and trade in your blurry iPhone shots for real film and beautiful blackand-white prints. Join us as we explore the art of darkroom photography. You’ll use traditional film cameras to take stunning photographs, then develop your own film, and create artistic, 8x10 black-and-white prints to show off to family and friends. No prior experience necessary; just bring your camera and two rolls of 35mm film, and we’ll teach you all the skills you need. See you in the darkroom!

Take Better Pictures with your Digital Camera Steve McGrath, Instructor If you’re just getting to know your digital camera and its features, take this opportunity to learn from an expert. Learn how and when to use your camera’s special settings such as program and manual modes, aperture, and shutter priority. We’ll also discuss basic composition and how to best use light for different situations, such as shooting plants, people, extreme close-ups, and landscapes. Handouts provided. Note: Bring your fully-charged camera and one or two of your prints to share with the class.

A671-S17 $69 2 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6:30 –8:30pm June 27–July 11 No class July 4

Digital Photography: Beyond Beginner Steve McGrath, Instructor Learn how to operate your camera in semi-automatic and manual modes and create sharp, high quality images with the appropriate depth of field. You’ll discover how to choose the right combination of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO as we examine how to use light in challenging situations and create interesting photos. Other technical aspects will be addressed including exposure compensation, light metering, and autofocus. We’ll also discuss how to best compose images for maximum artistic effect. The emphasis will be on outdoor photography; there will be plenty of opportunity to present your photography for group critique and analysis. Prerequisite: our Intro to Digital Photography class or comparable experience.

Note: A $15 lab fee is payable to the instructor for photographic paper.

Note: Bring your fully-charged digital SLR camera with its manual.

A150-S17 $139 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–8pm June 28–July 26

A216-S17 $110 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–7:30pm June 29–July 27

computers & technology

Computers & Technology Computer & Software Tutoring Howard Loewinger, Instructor Get one-on-one tutoring sessions to help you with whatever computer or software applications are trying your patience. Our instructors will meet with you in one of our computer labs to answer your particular questions about MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Powerpoint); communications (email, Facebook, Skype, and Twitter); how to simply organize your desktop; and more. Bring your laptop or use the computers in our lab. Sessions are two hours long and are scheduled in advance with the instructor. Upon registering, you’ll be asked whether you’re using a Macintosh or PC, and what you want help with. Bring your questions to make the best use of your time! Note: The price below is for a single two-hour session held at Newton North. These sessions are very flexible; additional sessions and days are available. House visits are usually possible, but may require an extra fee of $25 depending on the distance travelled.

C316-S17 $150 1 two–hour session Monday–Thursdays @ Newton North By appointment only

Give the Gift of Learning Stumped for the perfect gift? Treat a friend or family member to an NCE class so they can do what they love or learn something new. We have gift certificates in any amount you choose.

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Master Email With Gmail Tracy Marks, Instructor Learn to effectively manage your free Gmail email account. You’ll practice organizing your mail by label (Gmail’s equivalent for folder), sending attachments, customizing settings, and setting up email addresses for individuals and groups. We’ll show you how to create a secondary email account for public use if you’d like, while maintaining your original account for family and friends. Note: Bring your user name and password to class. If you haven’t already set up a Gmail account, you’ll need to do so ahead of time. Instructions for signing up for a Gmail account will be emailed to registered students. Class is taught in a computer lab; there’s no need for you to bring your own computer. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience.

C315-S17 $65 Thursday June 29 @ Newton North 6:30 –9:30pm

Microsoft Excel: Beginner Michael Toon, Instructor If you have little or no knowledge of Microsoft Excel, join us and learn to create and edit professional-looking spreadsheets for a variety of purposes and situations. You’ll enter and edit data; format cells, rows, columns, and worksheets; and insert, position, and resize graphics. This class covers collaborating on and managing workbooks, creating and modifying hyperlinks, and printing. You’ll work with Microsoft Excel 2010 on PCs running Windows 7; this is not a Macintosh computer class. Class takes place in a computer lab so there’s no need to bring your own computer.

C303-S17 $182 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 6–8pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

Microsoft Excel: Beyond Beginner Michael Toon, Instructor After a quick review of the basics, you’ll learn to create charts and graphs, write equations that include logical expressions, and use those equations to create “what if ” scenarios. You’ll get plenty of hands-on experience, with inclass projects and examples galore. No need to bring your own computer; class is taught in a PC lab on Windows 7 computers running Microsoft Office 2010. Prerequisite: A beginner Excel class or equivalent experience with spreadsheet software. This is not a Macintosh computer class.

C105-S17 $119 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–8pm July 13–July 27

PowerPoint: Beginner Tracy Marks, Instructor Learn to use PowerPoint, the premier Microsoft Office presentation program. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to design a slideshow, create layouts and masters, and add text, images, charts, and graphs. You’ll also learn to work with transitions and animations, and set up your slideshow for a self-running or timed presentation. Powerpoint is taught on Windows 7 computers running MS Office 2010, but the skills you learn will transfer easily to the Macintosh version of Powerpoint and to Powerpoint 2013.

C106-S17 $139 3 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:45 –9:15pm July 12–July 26

crafts & needlework / dance & exercise

Mosaics Workshop Michel L’Huillier, Instructor

Pottery Lisa Walker, Instructor

Mosaics incorporate small pieces of glass, stone, or ceramic tiles with grout to create beautiful images. Join us to learn the basics of this decorative art and make your own mosaic panel or trivet. You’ll sketch a simple design on a wood substrate, choose your color palette from a wide variety of precut pieces, glue them on the base, and voilà—a mosaic! Your project will be cleaned and ready for you to pick up at the NCE office a week after class ends. Bring pieces of glass, ceramic, or broken china if you’d like, or choose from among our instructor’s supply. You can also bring drawings, design ideas, or pictures to help inspire your initial sketches.

Pottery is one of the world’s oldest and most widely used art forms, and clay is also one of the most enduring materials known to humankind. In fact, fired clay is one of the only materials on earth that doesn’t change with time. Unearth your inner potter by learning to create your own future artifacts. Our instructor will teach you the fundamentals of both hand building and wheel throwing. You’ll practice forming cups, bowls, cylinders, and vases on the wheel, and learn techniques for creating pinch pots, slabs, coils, and sculptural pieces by hand. You’ll also glaze your pieces and learn about the firing process.

Note: A $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Wear closed-toe shoes.

N986-S17 $55 Wednesday June 28 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Glass Fusing Workshop Michel L’Huillier, Instructor Turn glass into art as you master the basics of this beautiful craft. You’ll learn glass-fusing techniques and design with colored glass pieces, powders and frits, stringers, and beads. After a series of exercises, you’ll design and make a 4”x 4” dish and one 8”x 8” plate, or 8” diameter bowl, using the learned methods. You’ll also create fused jewelry such as necklaces or pins. The finished projects will be available for pickup at the NCE office within a week of class. Materials and tools will be provided. No experience necessary. Note: An $85 materials fee is payable to the instructor. Bring safety glasses and wear closed-toe shoes.

N479-S17 $49 Wednesday July 26 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

Note: A $40 materials fee is payable to the instructor.

N180-S17 $189 5 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6–9pm June 28–July 26

Cabinetmaking & Woodworking Garrett Tingle, Instructor Once you’ve learned the fundamentals of cabinetmaking and woodworking, you can build almost anything. Learn the proper use of both hand and power tools, safety precautions, and how to navigate in a woodworking environment. Beginning students will learn the basics by fabricating a modest project, such as a bookshelf, coffee table, cutting board, or Adirondack chair—the project, which will vary from term to term, will be decided on by the group with instructor guidance. Returning students will build on their acquired skills and work towards independence as they progress through the program. Emphasis will be on safe and proper use of all carpentry tools for all students. Note: You supply the wood for your project. A materials list will be discussed in class.

N134-S17 $209 3 Tuesdays & 3 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm June 27–July 18 No class July 4

Dance & Exercise Dancing and exercise are lots of fun, but they can pose a risk of injury to participants who push beyond their abilities. Please talk with your physician before starting any program of physical activity. You should be prepared to sign a liability waiver before you participate in our Dance & Fitness classes.

Tennis: Beginner John K. Reale, Instructor Learning to play tennis is a lot easier than you think. This class is an introduction to the game and is designed especially for beginners who’ve never taken lessons before. You’ll learn tennis grips; proper form; and stroke technique for forehand, backhand, volley, and serve. We’ll work on court positioning, rules, scoring, and “netiquette”. Note: Bring a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans).

D116-S17 $95 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 7–8pm July 11–August 1 Rain date: August 8 (but class can usually move indoors if it’s rainy!)

Tennis: Beyond Beginner John K. Reale, Instructor Hone your skills and work on your technique so you are ready to get on the courts, Improve your forehand, backhand, volley, and serve by practicing these strokes in game situations with your fellow tennis players. Get an introduction to singles and doubles strategies. Although advanced players are welcome, this class is geared towards advanced beginner/ intermediate tennis players. Note: Bring a racket and nine tennis balls (three cans).

D117-S17 $95 4 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9pm July 11–August 1 Rain date: August 8 (but class can usually move indoors if it’s rainy!)

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dance & exercise / english language learners (ell)

Soccer for Moms Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Soccer is not just for kids! Join us to get in on the action. Our coaches will provide the equipment, officiate the games, and give pointers to help improve your skills. Players at all levels are welcome (even if you’re not a soccer mom). Note: Wear shin guards and bring a soccer ball and water bottle to every session; cleats are a good idea too.

KS920–S17 $95 5 Tuesdays @ Mason Rice 7–8pm June 20–July 25 No class July 4 New

Up your Mind Game/Lower Your golf score Susan McCombs, Instructor See page 24 for details.

R299-S17 $29 Tuesday July 18 @ Newton North 7–8:30pm

Herb Walk Sunday Katherine Gekas, Instructor

English Language Learners (ELL) ELL: Beginner Elena Ceban, Instructor If you have some basic knowledge of English, but still need to improve your speaking skills, this class is for you. We will review and practice beginning grammar to help you enhance your communication skills. You’ll also learn common expressions used for everyday situations, such as greetings and introductions, phrases for use in shops, basic English for traveling and dining, and some basic idioms that constitute an important part of conversational English. We will also focus on listening, reading, speaking and writing, and learn to communicate basic ideas through conversation, working in pairs, and group activities. Note: Required textbook is Side by Side, Student Book 1, 3rd ed., by Molinsky and Bliss. Bring text to class.

E111-S17 $145 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6:45–8pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

See page 24 for details.

Z597-S17 $29 Sunday July 16 @ Newton area 5–7pm New

Tree Bicycle Ride Sunday Katherine Gekas, Instructor See page 24 for details.

Z765-S17 $29 Sunday July 16 @ Newton North 1:30 –3:30pm

ELL: Intermediate & Advanced Grammar & Conversation Elena Ceban, Instructor This class is for students with a basic command of English grammar and speaking who want to improve conversational skills. We will do selected exercises in grammar and pronunciation, focusing on increasing your ease and fluency in small groups and with the whole class. Emphasis will be on new vocabulary words, including idioms and common American expressions. Topics will be drawn from current events, individual preferences, and our different cultures. No text required. Handouts provided.

E101-S17 $145 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 8–9:15pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4 New

Speak with Ease Kim Vanaman, Instructor Advanced English language learners, join us to improve your public speaking skills. See page 25 for more information. Note: Class meets twice in one week.

ELL: Advanced Beginner Elena Ceban, Instructor This class is for students who have completed the beginner’s course, or have comparable experience, and want more practice speaking. We’ll work on selected exercises in grammar and pronunciation, and focus on increasing your comfort level speaking in small groups. Emphasis will be on vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and reading and writing, as well as on idioms and common expressions. Topics will be drawn from current issues and our different cultures. Handouts provided.

W196-S17 $75 Tuesday June 27 & Thursday June 29 @ Newton North 6:30 –9pm

ELL Book Information Get your textbooks early by ordering online, or by phoning New England Mobile Book Fair at 617-964-7440 or Newtonville Books at 617-244-6619.

Note: Required text is Side by Side, Student Book 1, 3rd ed., by Molinsky and Bliss. Bring text to class.

E102-S17 $145 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 5:30–6:45pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

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food & drink / hiset®

New

Seashell Cupcake Toppers Sandra Frezza, Instructor Bring the feel of the sea to your picnic table this summer. Using fondant and buttercream frosting, edible paint in a variety of colors, and basic cake decorating tools, you’ll master techniques to make assorted sizes of stunning hand-molded seashell toppers that look so real, you’ll mistake them for the actual thing. Once you learn this skill, you can use it on cakes and cookies too. Fondant, icing, and decorating tools will be supplied by the instructor. You’ll take home some tools (including a swirl tip, bags, and a fondant tool), plus your cupcake masterpieces. Note: A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor. Bring 10-12 unfrosted cupcakes as well as a box or cupcake carrier.

F244-S17 $45 Tuesday July 18 @ Newton North 6–9pm

Indian Fast Food with New Recipes Shruti Mehta, Instructor Close your eyes and imagine you are on a crowded street in Mumbai, enveloped by sweet, spicy, pungent, and flavorful aromas wafting through the air. This is the Indian fast food scene: every street is filled with small vendors selling savory dishes prepared on site. There are no table and chairs, you are expected to stand on the street and eat. Together we’ll enjoy a sampling of the foods sold by the beaches in Bombay or movie theatres of Delhi—you have not experienced the true taste of India until you have eaten these delicious roadside snacks and fast food. Possible recipes include Indian burritos like Kati rolls, Indian-style paninis or sandwiches, Chana-Bhatura, spinach papre-chaat (crispy spinach fritters with sweet and minty chutneys), and of course something fried such as samosas. Note: A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

Indian Dinner with Summer Recipes Shruti Mehta, Instructor In India the summers are hot and humid; while in the United States we eagerly await summer, people in India generally dread the onslaught of heat. But with this heat comes an abundance of mangoes, corn, mint, and leafy vegetables, along with an amazing array of cool summer recipes to satisfy your spice craving. Join us to experience these recipes with fresh summer ingredients. Possible dishes we’ll make include Mango Raita, Fresh Corn on the Cob Curry with peanut sauce, Spinach Dal, and Fried Rice with potatoes and mint. Note: A $20 food fee is payable to the instructor.

F258-S17 $55 Wednesday June 28 @ Newton South 6–9pm

Blue Ribbon BBQ—How to Make the Real Deal David Schaefer, Instructor Real barbecue is wood-smoked—we’re not talking burgers and hotdogs here! Blue Ribbon BBQ Chef David Schaefer will teach the essentials for making the real thing. We’ll learn about the right cuts of meat, sauces, and seasonings to prepare world class, falloff-the-bone barbecue, and we’ll sample Memphis-style spareribs, Carolina-style pulled pork, and Texas beef brisket. You’ll learn to prepare these meats and some of the side dishes that complement them. You’ll also find out which ingredients are used for long, slow barbecue versus for high-temp grilling. This class will be mostly lecture and demo with some hands-on practice. (Real barbecue takes many hours to prepare, so we won’t complete the entire process.)

HiSet® HiSET® Tests Preparation Joe Green, Instructor The ETS High School Equivalency Test (HiSET®), the first alternative to the GED® test since 1942, includes elements that are critical to providing educational opportunities for those who need a second chance to succeed. For more information about the testing and available test centers, see hiset.ets.org or phone 1-855-694-4738. NCE offers a class to prepare you for taking the five sections of the HiSET® test: Writing, Reading, Social Studies, Science, and Math. Instruction will be individualized when possible. Handouts will be provided for the class. Note: We highly recommend you purchase The Official Guide to the HiSET Exam, 2nd Edition (published by Educational Testing Service) and bring it to the first class.

Q106–S17 $229 5 Tuesdays & 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 6–9pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

Note: A $15 food fee is included in the tuition. Bring containers for leftovers.

F197-S17 $65 Wednesday July 5 @ Newton South 6:30–9pm

F106-S17 $55 Wednesday July 26 @ Newton South 6–9pm

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mind, body, & soul

Mind, Body, & Soul Find Your Purpose Judith Swack, Instructor Are you working at your current job just for the money? Are you looking for something more fulfilling to do with your life, but having trouble identifying what that could be? Whether you’re just graduating from school or have been in the work force for years, join us for a fascinating exploration of your individual purpose. Learn how you can combine your goals with your gifts, skills, interests, and personality type to make a unique contribution to the world. Through discussions, exercises, and lecture, you’ll develop a better understanding of yourself and your motivating force. Come with your questions. Handouts provided.

P135-S17 $65 2 Wednesdays @ Newton South 7–9pm July 12–July 19

Willing Your Way Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Are you feeling stuck or frustrated simply because you can’t get what you want out of life—a new job, losing weight, launching a successful project, or writing a book? In fact, there’s a way to achieve your goals and desires by willing them. This class teaches you how to use the power of intention to change your life. Most people don’t realize that we direct our lives with our many unconscious intentions and expectations, which are largely driven by our childhood training. Without realizing it, we may be sending negative messages to ourselves and to the world that sabotage us from getting what we want. This class will show you how to take charge of your life by emitting the intentions you really want for yourself. Whether it’s in the realm of love, spirituality, or more “worldly” achievements, you can learn how to achieve greater success. Learn firsthand how to use a technique called, “inner visioning” to break through blocks and “will” your way to goals. Where there’s a will, there’s a way!

P199-S17 $49 Tuesday July 18 @ Newton North 5–8pm

Change Your Brain Jeanne Mayell, Instructor

How to See Visions Jeanne Mayell, Instructor

We used to think we were stuck with the brains we had; that if we were melancholy, for example, we just had to accept it. We’d admire the upbeat, positive, Oprah Winfreys of the world, and think, “If only we had their brains...” Now, neuroscience reveals that we can change our brains with simple mental exercises, just as we can change our bodies with a daily workout. We can in fact become open, more positive, and genuinely happier, not by repressing our negative thoughts, but by building up the positive pathways in our brains. Before long we can develop a natural buoyancy in our thinking and, along with it, a boost in our creativity, intuition, love lives, and careers. Join us and learn how to jump start the process to a new you.

Did you know that when you close your eyes and look inside your mind, your brain has the capacity to access information about yourself, others, and our world that you cannot get with everyday sight? This inner seeing, also known clairvoyance or using your third eye, opens a world of treasures that can enrich your life once you learn how see those visions. Come discover how to access these visions to gain insight and inspiration for your life. You’ll practice inner visioning exercises with classmates to learn how to read other people and the world in order to get a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you.

P817-S17 $49 Tuesday June 27 @ Newton North 5–8pm

Whispers from the Other Side David Cohen, Instructor It’s not every day that you can meet someone who has survived a near-death experience and recovered with an awareness of the afterlife. Join us for an evening with someone who had an extraordinary event happen to him: after almost dying from an illness, David Cohen discovered that he had the ability to connect with his loved ones and others who had passed away. Unusual as it sounds, the phenomenon has become a legitimate topic since the best-selling On Death and Dying (1969) by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross. Join David for a frank discussion about questions such as: “Where do you go after you pass away?” “Are our loved ones still with us?” and “Are our lives predetermined?” Bring your questions and an open mind. The first hour David will lecture, the second hour will be open for readings.

P459-S17 $39 Thursday June 29 @ Newton North 7–9pm

P182-S17 $49 Tuesday July 25 @ Newton North 5–8pm

Flirting & The Psychology of Instant Attraction Judith Swack, Instructor Whether you’re single or just coming out of a relationship, it is always fun to learn or refresh, those flirting skills. Learn the difference between flirting and seduction, what is sexy, and how to connect easily and follow up. You’ll also learn a simple technique for eliminating the fear of rejection that works in just minutes. Come join us for an exciting fun-filled evening.

P118-S17 $39 Thursday July 13 @ Newton North 7–9pm

Mindful Tarot Jeanne Mayell, Instructor Mindfulness not only relaxes and soothes your mind, it also opens your intuitive and creative centers. The Tarot is a tool for gaining insight and intuition that also enhances mindfulness. In this fun and meaningful class, you will enhance your ability to practice mindfulness while also learning to read the Tarot — all in one night! Beginners welcome. Note: Bring a Thoth tarot deck or any deck of your choosing, or purchase one from the instructor for $27 (Thoth large size).

P296-S17 $49 Tuesday July 11 @ Newton North 5–8pm www.newtoncommunityed.org

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Guitar Fundamentals Phil Kaplan, Instructor With just a basic introduction to guitar, you can play and sing your favorite songs. In this class you’ll learn chords, riffs, arpeggios, and strumming/hand-picking techniques, as well as fundamentals of rhythm and harmony. We’ll discuss how to read lead-sheets and interpret tablature— the music writing system for guitarists that’s used in songbook collections. Note: Bring your acoustic guitar, blank guitar manuscript paper (preferably with tablature lines), pencil(s), guitar picks, decent nails on your strumming hand (your right hand, unless you have a leftie’s guitar), and close-trimmed nails on your other hand.

M136-S17 $115 5 Tuesdays @ Newton North 8–9:30pm June 27–August 1 No class July 4

Guitar: Beyond Beginner Arnold Rosen, Instructor Fingerstyle is the technique of playing the guitar by plucking the strings directly with your fingernails or fingertips. If you have a strong foundation in guitar, develop your skills further while learning to create your own fingerstyle compositions. We’ll explore various musical styles including Delta Blues, Ragtime, Bossa Nova, and Jazz. Grab a guitar and bring it to class with a folder for handouts, and a pen or a pencil, and get ready to play music! Prerequisite: our beginner class or comparable experience. Note: Bring your instrument.

M339-S17 $85 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 7:15 –8:15pm June 29– July 27

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Bluegrass Jam Arnold Rosen, Instructor Jam to the great sounds of bluegrass, a form of American roots music influenced by the music of Appalachia, with hints of country. We’ll play festival favorites along with songs of your choosing. Come with your requests, or just play along and learn what bluegrass jamming is about. We may assign a specific tune to learn for the following session; charts will be provided. All instruments welcome—fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, or bass, as well as non-traditional bluegrass instruments. Singers welcome too! Note: Bring your instrument to class.

M872-S17 $85 5 Thursdays @ Newton North 8:30 –9:30pm June 29–July 27

Improvisational Acting Judith Kalaora, Instructor Come explore this special art form that can sharpen your ability to think on your feet and build your confidence in public speaking. Improvisational performance takes shape with little or no advance planning. Learn the fundamental principles of improv, as you ease into a variety of theater games and exercises to develop and enhance your skills. You’ll use your instincts to create unique characters with strong objectives. You’ll also explore Playback, a form of improv, where group members tell stories from their lives and we perform them on the spot. You’ll be surprised by the scenes you develop as your creativity grows and your fears on stage vanish. Come ready to laugh. You’ll look forward to this evening all week! New and returning students welcome.

Online Learning & Career Training There’s learning beyond the NCE catalog! Sign up for an online class and take classes from the comfort of your home—or anywhere else you choose. We’ve partnered with online education organizations ed2go and UGotClass to offer online courses as well as career-training and certificate programs. All you need to participate is an email account and Internet access. Check the Online Learning category on our website for details. ed2go Online Courses We offer courses in categories such as Business Administration, Healthcare & Medical, Law & Legal, Technology, Writing & Publishing, and more. Register for your course on the ed2go website; lessons are posted twice a week over six weeks, for a total of 12 lessons. ed2go Career Training programs These programs provide in-depth preparation for professional-level positions in many fields. Our qualified instructors play an active role in your online learning experience, responding to your questions or concerns while motivating you to succeed. UGotClass Certificate Programs UGotClass, brought to you by the Learning Resources Network (LERN), offers a wide range of certificate classes. Some of these offer optional graduate credit, and many focus on Skills for the 21st Century©. LERN’s online courses are taught by leading practitioners and teachers; they include audio presentations and interaction with other participants and the teacher. Upon successful completion of your required work, you’ll receive the appropriate certificate for your course.

M570-S17 $99 3 Wednesdays @ Newton South 6:30 –8:30pm July 19–August 2

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Cardboard Cities Danielle Larosee, Instructor

Clay Workshop Lisa Walker, Instructor

Create an entire city or neighborhood out of recycled cardboard boxes, small jars, and plastic containers. Build gardens, fences, animals, and pipe cleaner and pom pom people to inhabit your town; then paint siding, windows, roofs, walkways, and streets. Learn how trash and recycled materials can create new toys and worlds. Your cities will be glued to large, flat pieces of cardboard that can be transported home at the end of the week. Grades K-3.

From the functional to the whimsical, make just about anything you want from clay. Join us and learn handbuilding fundamentals and techniques for creating pinch pots, slabs, coils, and sculptures. You’ll get lots of one-on-one expert guidance as you perfect your pieces, and you’ll select your favorites to glaze with the colors and patterns of your choice.

Note: Wear old clothes or a smock. Bring lots of cardboard—flat sheets, and boxes of all sizes except extra large.

KS125–S17 $245 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

KS182–S17–1 $265 (Grades 4–7) July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS182–S17–2 $265 (Grades 1–4) July 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS182–S17–3 $265 (Grades 1–4) July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS182–S17–4 $265 (Grades 4–7) July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Classic Camp Crafts Susan Paquette, Instructor If your favorite thing about summer camp is art, you’ve come to the right place! Here are all the best camp crafts in one week-long class. Make apple sculptures, beaded bracelets, tea bag hand-warmers, paper balloons, egg cup tarantulas, braid art, votive candle holders, tissue paper flowers, watercolor murals, and even slime. The list goes on and on and is sure to include crafts you’ve not yet encountered. Grades K-3.

KS163–S17–1 $155 July 5–7 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS163–S17–2 $255 July 17–21 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS163–S17–3 $255 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Cookies & Cupcakes & Cake Pops—Oh My! Marissa Smajlaj, Instructor It’s party time! Join us for a creative and funfilled week and learn to make edible party favors and decorations. Learn professional techniques and secret tips for making great cake pops, mini cupcakes, and 3-D decorated cookies that can be used as centerpieces, place settings, or favors at your next gathering. Better yet, make this the central activity for your party: with you as Pastry Chef, you can teach your guests cupcake or cookie decorating! In our class, you’ll make the cake, cookies, and frostings from scratch, and apply basic decorating techniques. Grades 2 & up. Note: Bring a container to take home your finished product (if there’s any left). No snack needed.

KS171–S17–1 $285 July 10–14 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS171–S17–2 $285 July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Cooking Around the World Jennifer Tomenang, Instructor Travel with us as we explore native cuisines from across the globe. During the week, we’ll create menus with foods unique to different countries, and learn about the history and origins of the foods we prepare. We’ll make everything from scratch: you’ll read the recipes; measure, cut, and prepare all the ingredients; and of course, sample the finished products. We’ll make stops in Spain, Israel, the Phillipines, Italy, and more. Please let us know of any food allergies before registering for this class. There’s no need to bring a lunch; we’ll eat as we go! Grades 5-9.

KS172–S17–1 $285 July 17–21 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS172–S17–2 $285 July 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm New

Crazy Crafts & Jewelry Kimberly Meredith, Instructor Create crafts and wearables from unconventional materials. Discover Ductivities and make assorted cool and colorful wallets, pencil pouches, bracelets, and flowers out of duct tape. Mess around with modeling clay and mix colors to make animal figurines, beads, and charms, and then use some of these creations to make your own bracelets and/or necklaces. To finish the week, you’ll paint a jewelry box to hold your new treasures. Grades 3-5.

KS177–S17–1 $255 July 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS177–S17–2 $255 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Glass Class Michel L’Huillier, Instructor If you admire stained glass, or glass jewelry, dishware, and more, join us to master various glass-art techniques and make your own artwork. With fusing, you’ll create a plate, necklace, and decorative tiles. With mosaic, you’ll make a trivet, name plate, or decorated mirror. With jewelry-mosaic, you’ll place glass beads and pieces in a deep pendant to create a unique necklace. And with etching, you’ll apply a resist to a glass piece and cut out a design. Learn to work safely with glass as you explore the creativity this medium allows. Notes: Due to the high cost of materials for this class, there is a materials fee. Please bring a check for $85 made out to the instructor, to the first class. Safety glasses will be provided; wear closed-toe shoes.

KS195–S17–1 $255 (Grades 5–9) June 26–30 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS195–S17–2 $255 (Grades 2–5) June 26–30 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS195–S17–3 $255 (Grades 2–5) July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS195–S17–4 $255 (Grades 5–9) July 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS195–S17–5 $255 (Grades 2–5) August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS195–S17–6 $255 (Grades 5–9) August 21–25 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Knitting Deanna Mustachio, Instructor Once just for grannies, knitting is now universally cool. You can say “I made it myself!” when friends admire your stylish scarf, and you’ll never be bored again—you can take your yarn and needles anywhere. We’ll work on basics such as knit and purl stitches, and how to cast on, bind off, increase, decrease, make stripes, and read a simple knitting pattern. Once you’ve mastered the basics, you can really have fun. We’ll have a variety

of patterns to choose from, including some more challenging ones like monsters and flowers, which use double-pointed needles for a really cool result. Grades 2 & up. Note: Bring a set of size 8 single-pointed knitting needles no longer than 10 inches.

KS212–S17–1 $245 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS212–S17–2 $245 August 21–25 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Making the Musical Jaime Alberts, Instructor Have you ever wondered how to write a musical? There’s only one way to find out! Join other musical theatre lovers for an in-depth exploration: we’ll study music and lyrics, talk to the composers and playwrights who write them, and finally, create an original musical. Last year, we talked to composer Gaby Alter (Band Geeks), playwright/actor Susan Blackwell (Title of Show), lyricist Daniel Lazour (We Live in Cairo), and others. Prior experience in playwriting or composing is not required, but a general familiarity with musical theatre and comfort playing an instrument or singing is strongly recommended. Grades 9-12.

KS184–S17 $655 August 14–25 @ Newton South 10am–3:30pm

Outdoor Art Dana Lanciloti, Instructor Use nature as inspiration to create ephemeral and permanent works of art! We’ll make nature mandalas, stick weavings, Zen gardens, meditation jars, sky paintings, land art, and paper nests with eggs. Coolest of all, we’ll work outdoors to create a giant group nest, a labyrinth, and a large-scale weaving (weather permitting). Bring your own collected materials to add to our “nature buffet,” and don’t leave your imagination at home—you’ll need it for this class! Grades 3-6.

KS144–S17 $255 July 10–14 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Public Speaking Boot Camp Kim Vanaman, Instructor Conquer your inner fears or unleash your inner ham. Get the skills and confidence you need to successfully speak in public, whether it’s in class, at a meeting, or as a future speech competitor. Through a variety of exercises, games, and activities (as well as a lot of practice speaking in front of this group), we’ll explore the many aspects of public speaking, work on a variety of presentation styles, learn how to prepare ourselves physically and mentally for speaking, and have fun in a relaxed and entertaining environment. The skills you learn here will last a lifetime. Our final class will include an informal performance for family and friends. Grades 5–9. Note: Bring a spiral notebook, 3x5 cards, pens, pencils, and a favorite book.

KS024–S17–1 $245 July 10–14 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS024–S17–2 $245 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm Adults—you can get good at Public Speaking too. Sign up for our Speak with Ease class. See page 25 for details.

Sew... What’s New? Liz Fitzpatrick Griffin, Instructor Master this practical craft and show off your design skills. First, learn to use a pattern, cut and pin fabric, and safely operate a sewing machine, while making a beach bag. Then, take measurements and try your hand at garment construction by making a pair of shorts, using fabric and embellishments from our stash of new and recycled materials. Then you’ll choose your own project(s) and make one-of-a-kind clothing or objects from our selection of patterns and materials. First-time stitchers welcome. Grades 4–9.

KS225–S17–1 $265 June 26–30 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS225–S17–2 $265 July 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm

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Sew... What’s New 2 Liz Fitzpatrick Griffin, Instructor This is a continuing class for kids who have completed our Sew... What’s New? class or have at least advanced beginner sewing skills. We’ll build on what you learned at NCE or at home, and we’ll create a skirt, a sleeveless shirt, and more. Grades 4-9.

KS166–S17 $265 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Specialty Cooks Julia Corrou, Instructor It’s all in the sauce! So let’s learn to make some great ones. We’ll master common and unique sauces like chocolate gravy, salted caramel, and supreme strawberry sauce. Moving beyond sauces, you’ll crank out homemade pasta with creative colors and shapes and yummy homemade fillings; on the sweeter side, you’ll put on your confectioner’s hat and learn the art of candy making. Each day we’ll explore a different cooking specialty to broaden your culinary horizons and entrance your taste buds. We’ll snack as we go, so there’s no need to bring one. Grades 2 & up.

KS132–S17 $265 July 10–14 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

Trash Art Ginelle McKenzie, Instructor Don’t throw it away! You can recycle your trash and use it to make really cool crafts. In this class we’ll create great projects such as paper-towel-roll rainsticks, egg carton caterpillars, and recycled treasure boxes. We’ll also melt old crayons and put them in molds to create new fun-colored ones. For inspiration we’ll read books like Harold and The Purple Crayon, Michael Recycle Meets Litterbug Doug, and Willow. It’s not just about art—it’s about saving the planet too. Ages 4–7.

KS106–S17–1 $255 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS106–S17–2 $255 August 21–25 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Upcycled Outfits Danielle Larosee, Instructor Do your part for the environment and look fabulous too: discover your inner fashionista as we learn to design great new clothes from old discarded ones. We’ll rescue your unwanted garments and give them new life— cutting them up and machine sewing them together into fabulous tops and bottoms of your own design, adding embellishments at your whim. You’ll end up with at least one unique outfit to wear around town and show off to family and friends. Our last class will include a fashion show where you can model your new creations. No former fashion experience required, but students should have basic machine sewing skills. Grades 4–9.

KS119–S17–1 $245 July 17–21 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS119–S17–2 $245 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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July 14th is Bastille Day—French National Day! Celebrate with us in this Frenchinspired baking class that celebrates traditional French desserts including macarons, croissants, éclairs, pastry swans, and the pièce de résistance: the traditional wedding-inspired Croquembouche, which translates to “Crunches in the Mouth.” Learn basic French baking skills and create delicious sweets to bring home daily (if they make it home, that is). Grades 2 & up. Note: Some desserts may contain nuts.

KS145–S17–1 $285 July 17–21 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS145–S17–2 $285 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Vive la France: French Pastry Marissa Smajlaj, Instructor

Young Broadway Liz Orlando, Instructor Take the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning! Enter the world where kids never grow up. Join us for our production of Peter Pan, and fly, fight pirates, befriend Native American Tribes, and outsmart a captain with a ticking crocodile. Everyone will participate in acting out different scenes of the story, creating costumes and sets, and learning a song or two with choreography. Take risks, work together as a team, and get creative in these two weeks filled with movement, singing, playing, and having fun. We will perform our show for family and friends on our last day. Ages 4-8.

KS169–S17–1 $395 July 5–14 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS169–S17–2 $450 July 17–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

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Coding with Computercraft Einstein’s Workshop staff, Instructors It’s programming and Minecraft in one! Learn to code using your favorite game. You’ll program Minecraft “turtles” to build structures and automate various tasks. With a language called “lua,” you’ll learn basic programming concepts including functions, nested functions, and loops and variables, as you create your Minecraft structures. Grades 3-5. Note: No Minecraft or programming experience necessary; all levels welcome (Minecraft novices included).

KS178–S17–1 $265 July 10–14 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS178–S17–2 $265 July 17–21 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS178–S17–3 $265 August 21–25 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Creative Computing Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Get connected as we explore the realm where electronic circuitry meets computer programming. You’ll use the latest tools: Arduino (for building interactive devices) and Raspberry Pi (for learning about computers and coding) to take an idea and make it a real thing. Starting with the basics and building up to complex, interactive devices, we’ll create everything from LED light shows to touchless musical instruments to wearable computers, using a comprehensive library of parts and equipment. Learn not just how to use computers, but also how to make them work for you, through our series of fun, hands-on projects led by skilled instructors from Circuit Lab. New and returning students welcome, as this year’s class will include new projects. Grades 6-8.

KS154–S17–1 $255 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS154–S17–2 $255 August 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Hands-on Electronics Circuit Lab staff, Instructors Tinker with electronics while learning the basics of computer programming. Beginning with experiments that explore the fundamentals of electronics and circuit building, you’ll move on to design your own interactive and programmable devices. Working both independently and in teams, you’ll use the latest tools including Arduino (for building interactive devices) and Raspberry Pi (for learning about computers and coding) to experiment with LEDs, resistors, motors, and programming. You’ll create interactive flashlights, digital musical instruments, homemade computer games, and more. Each day you’ll design a hands-on project under the guidance of skilled Circuit Lab instructors. New and returning students welcome, as this year’s class will include new projects. Grades 3-5.

KS153–S17–1 $255 August 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS153–S17–2 $255 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Intro to Programming: Scratch Grant Osborn, Instructor Get with the program and learn Scratch, a popular, free programming tool created at MIT. Learn the fundamentals of writing code through fun yet challenging tasks, and express your imagination with inventive game designs. You’ll create thematic animations, interactive stories, and short video games, while mastering different skills and concepts daily. We’ll end the week with a super showand-tell of your individual creations. The world runs on code, and it’s never too early to start learning how! Grades 3-5.

Note: Please come to the first class with an email address and password that you can use to sign up for a Scratch account.

KS214–S17–1 $255 June 26–30 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS214–S17–2 $255 July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS214–S17–3 $255 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS214–S17–4 $255 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS214–S17–5 $255 August 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS214–S17–6 $255 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm New

Lego Robotics WeDo 2.0 Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors See what more your Lego™ robots can do! With the newly-designed Lego WeDo software and building kits, we’ll use iPads and Bluetooth technology to send programming instructions to a wireless module so your robots can roam untethered. Your free-roaming robots will be capable of completing structured as well as open-ended tasks. Build bots that use sensors to know when to stop, or create a shake table to test houses designed to withstand an earthquake. Explore fun new programming options, and as a special bonus, take home your own new mini-figure. Grades 2-5.

KS161–S17–1 $395 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS161–S17–2 $395 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

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MathemAddicts Steve Dubin, Instructor

Join us for hands-on science fun. We’ll have a blast exploring science and how it affects the world around us. Become an honorary Junior Mad Scientist and see some of the awesome stuff from the Mad Science laboratory. Each day we’ll have a different science theme with exciting activities, experiments, and related games and stories. We’ll make oobleck, learn about the human body and our senses, discover the properties of water, explore the wonders of light and color, and much more. Ages 4-6.

Is your attitude towards math “I want more”? Does the prospect of playing with spheres, cones, cylinders, cubes, and their cousins make your heart go pit-a-pat? Do you think that math is cool? If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, this class is for you! We’ll assemble classic three-dimensional figures, learn about some cool relationships among them, and work together to build a geodesic dome. We’ll do a bunch of numbers puzzles, and you’ll probably hear some math jokes along the way. Great for future programmers or math geeks who want to have fun. Grades 5-9.

KS227–S17–1 $255 June 26–30 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS227–S17–2 $255 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS227–S17–3 $255 August 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4pm New

Maker-Shaker Workshop Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Get shakin’ with the maker movement. Enjoy a combination of open-ended design challenges and specific building projects. Repurpose assorted materials collected from Wicked Cool’s vast inventory, and use the engineering and design process to dream up and build something new, useful, and fabulous—or just plain fun. Create a motorized squiggly pen, toothbrush robot, and flying helicopter, and make a marble maze. Think outside the box and be an expert maker in this DIY-based class. Grades 1-4.

KS156–S17–1 $255 July 10–14 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS156–S17–2 $255 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS156–S17–3 $255 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

KS120–S17–1 $245 July 10–14 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS120–S17–2 $245 July 24–28 @ Newton South 1–4pm

Minecraft Mania* Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors We’re wicked excited to bring you Minecraft Mania—a blend of virtual learning with hands-on activities that explore science and engineering using Minecraft. Working in teams, you’ll use an interactive avatar to investigate a virtual educational environment with lessons in geology, engineering, physics, and biology. Learn about the properties of rocks and minerals, and take home your own rock collections. Build skyscrapers and simple machines, plant your own crops, and learn about electricity in enjoyable experiential challenges. Minecraft Maniacs, join us for a week of fascination in our mobile virtual classroom. Grades 2–5.

Minecraft Mastercrafters* Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Hone your Minecraft skills in this controlled platform where you’ll work in teams to learn and interact virtually. Explore, manipulate, problem-solve, and build in worlds that have been customized for Wicked Cool learning activities. Become master crafters as you focus on energy, powering mechanisms, and using redstone to build and design your way through the tricky labyrinth of the “Mastercrafter Island.” Minecraft experience preferred. Grades 4–7.

KS081–S17–1 $395 June 26–30 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS081–S17–2 $395 July 17–21 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS081–S17–3 $395 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS081–S17–4 $395 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–4pm *Note to Minecraft parents: Don’t worry— computer time is mixed with creative craft activities and outdoor time.

KS109–S17–1 $395 July 10–14 @ Newton North 9am–4pm KS109–S17–2 $395 July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS109–S17–3 $395 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–4pm KS109–S17–4 $395 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

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Power Programmers Jesse Klimov, Instructor (except as noted below) Bill Gates had to start somewhere, and here’s your chance. Learn basic computer programming through Scratch, a project of the MIT Media Lab, creating your own characters, stories, and interactive adventures with drop-and-drag programming blocks. Next you’ll move on to Java, a more advanced language, to better understand how languages like Scratch work behind the scenes. Through these simple, straightforward, and fun approaches to programming, you’ll begin to grasp coding concepts and be well on your way to tech savvy-ness. No programming experience necessary. Grades 5–9. Note: Come to class with your own email address and password.

KS215–S17–1 $245 June 26–30 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS215–S17–2 $245 July 10–14 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS215–S17–3 $245 July 17–21 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS215–S17–4 $245 July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS215–S17–5 $245 August 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS215–S17–6 $245 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm (Grant Osborn, Instructor) KS215–S17–7 $245 August 21–25 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Rocket Science 2017 Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors It’s an all-new rocket science this summer, featuring the Viking research rocket. This customizable model rocket has 48 different fin configurations! As the aerospace engineer, you choose its design, as we journey to the moon. Keep a captain’s log as you investigate what’s inside the rocky planets and gas giants; map distant constellations, create glittering moon rocks, and make galaxy slime as part of your out-ofthis-world lunar journey. Blast off with a solid fuel high-flying launch at the end of the week (weather permitting). Grades 1-4.

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KS199–S17–1 $235 July 5–7 @ Newton North 9am–4pm KS199–S17–2 $385 July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–4pm KS199–S17–3 $385 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–4pm KS199–S17–4 $385 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

Science Lab Maire Anne Diamond, Instructor Can you make a rainbow from white light? How do seeds grow? What lives in soil? How heavy is a cow’s skull? How light is a bird bone? Can you make a solid if you mix two liquids together? Come ready to observe, investigate, and find answers to your science questions. Through projects, crafts, games, and experiments, we’ll explore magnetism, invisible matter, living things, and the science of color. Mix up some super solutions and watch your curiosity bubble up when you join us at our science lab. Ages 4-6.

KS122–S17 $255 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm New

Virtual Space Missions Einstein’s Workshop staff, Instructors Design your own space mission using the education version of Kerbal Space Program (KSP). Learn about space flight and the challenges that rocket scientists face on a daily basis. You’ll design a craft, making sure the fins are sized right and the engine is powerful enough; control the ‘pitch’ and ‘yaw’ of the craft, making decisions and calculations for a successful launch; and manipulate its speed, direction, and trajectory as it orbits. Then, make sure it has a safe landing too. Grades 6-8.

KS174–S17–1 $160 July 5–7 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS174–S17–2 $265 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS174–S17–3 $265 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Wicked Cool Vet School Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Animal lovers, grab a lab coat as we learn about our favorite furry, flying, and fishy friends. Make amazing animal models, build big bones, and investigate animal intestines from our favorite vertebrates: birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. A special live animal visit ends the week. Grades 1-4.

KS158–S17–1 $155 July 5–7 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS158–S17–2 $255 July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS158–S17–3 $255 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS158–S17–4 $255 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Wicked Wacky Lab Week Wicked Cool for Kids staff, Instructors Spend a wild week at the Wicked Cool Lab. Grow enormous polymer cubes and create your own super stretchy formulas from chemical concoctions. Analyze mysterious liquids with kitchen chemistry and make all kinds of slime. Cultivate colorful crystals, and go out with a bang as you experiment with chemical reactions. Grades 1–4.

KS159–S17–1 $255 June 26–30 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS159–S17–2 $255 July 17–21 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS159–S17–3 $255 August 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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DIY Scents & Suds Beth Denman, Instructor

Game Creators Rachel Zakuta, Instructor

Indulge yourself with homemade products for you and your home. You can use these crafts to pamper yourself or a friend, and they can replace boring, chemical-filled, store-bought products. You’ll learn to make all-natural, custom-scented beauty products like bath salts, soap, and lip gloss, as well as homey things like fizz balls and beeswax candles. You’ll enjoy a craft or two per day, and finish the week with a recipe book so you can repeat these activities at home. Grades 2–5.

Join other wannabe fiction writers and would-be computer programmers and write your own interactive online game. Using a specialized program called Choicescript, you’ll learn the computer code you need to design action-packed adventure games. You’ll work as a team to craft the story, create the characters, write the code, and of course sample the finished product. You’ll also analyze the personality type associated with your game-playing choices. No problem if you’re new to computer programming; this is a great place to start. But you must love to be creative and write. Your final games will be hosted on the Choice of Games website for friends and family to play.

KS205–S17–1 $265 July 10–14 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS205–S17–2 $265 August 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS205–S17–3 $265 August 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS205–S17–4 $265 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Draw & Build— Architecture Studio Chip Piatti, Instructor Design your dream house and learn tricks of the trade used by real architects. You’ll draw floor plans and build models of your house, presenting your creative ideas for review by classmates. You’ll make drawings on graph paper with a variety of architectural pencils, and build models from cardboard, paper, and additional materials you’ll bring from home. We’ll provide the drawing materials: pencils, paper, erasers, squares, and scales. At the end of the week, you’ll have drawings and models of your creation to take home, and will share these in a presentation for family and friends on the last day. Grades 5-9.

KS118–S17 $255 July 24–28 @ Newton South 9am–12pm

KS198–S17–1 $245 (Grades 4–6) June 26–30 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS198–S17–2 $245 (Grades 6–8) July 10–14 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS198–S17–3 $245 (Grades 6–8) July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS198–S17–4 $245 (Grades 6–8) August 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4pm New

Landscape Architecture Chip Piatti, Instructor Move mountains! Change the course of mighty rivers. Build from sea to shining sea. Find out how landscape architects change the face of the earth. We’ll begin with land forms and contours, then add rivers, and roads and rails for homes; we’ll finish the project with other buildings and vehicles. We’ll provide the building materials and instructions; you bring the creativity. On the last day you’ll share a presentation with family and friends, and you’ll leave with a piece of the “land” to take home. Grades 2–5.

KS167–S17–1 $255 June 26–30 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS167–S17–2 $255 July 10–14 @ Newton North 1–4pm

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Lotions, Lip Balm, & More Katherine Gekas, Instructor Have an herbal education and make homemade, all-natural body products. Each day we’ll go on an “herb walk” to see what’s growing right here in Newton, and then you’ll make hand or body lotion, bath melts, herbal oils, and even bug spray. Use your creations as gifts for yourself or a friend, and replace those less healthy store-bought products. You’ll leave with a handout including recipes, and tips for where you can get the materials to have a product-making party at home! Grades 5-9.

KS164–S17–1 $270 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS164–S17–2 $220 August 21–24 @ Newton North 1–4pm No class Friday, August 25 New

Minecraft Unplugged Danielle Larosee, Instructor Ever wish Minecraft were real? Here is your chance to craft your favorite blocks, tools, and creatures to create the ultimate Minecraft adventure. We will work as a group without computers to create all of the mods you could ever imagine, moving them from the digital into the physical world. We’ll use cardboard to create life blocks to build with, and perler beads for smaller tools to create our mini items. Grades 2-5. Note: Bring lots of cardboard—flat sheets, and boxes of all sizes except extra large.

KS173–S17–1 $155 July 5–7 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Picture Perfect: Digital Photography & Editing Danielle Larosee, Instructor Merge your artistic and technical talents in this hands-on class. We’ll start by going out into the field to take our own photos— discussing good composition for different genres such as nature, portraiture, and stilllife. Then we’ll learn how to use Photoshop to edit our photos and create stunning graphics. Throughout the process we’ll review each other’s photos as a group, discussing how they can be edited to achieve desired effects. You’ll finish the week with digital files of your work. All levels welcome. Grades 5-9. Note: Bring your own digital camera and its cord.

KS203–S17 $245 July 31–August 4 @ Newton South 1–4pm New

Picture Projects Danielle Larosee, Instructor With a creative eye and the tricks of technology, you can be a master photographer. You’ll choose a theme each day to photograph—perhaps portraits, nature, or even other NCE classes. Then you’ll make your photos into magnificent works of art, with the magic of Apple’s Photos program and the guidance of our experienced instructor and fellow classmates. We’ll utilize Photos’ editing tools to enhance your photographs, and you’ll turn them into thematic slideshows. You’ll finish the week with digital files of your work. Grades 2-5. Note: Bring a digital camera (or your phone or iPad) and its cord.

KS202–S17–1 $155 July 5–7 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS202–S17–2 $245 August 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4pm

Smart Streets Alicia Bowman & Nathan Phillips, Instructors

Web Design Jesse Klimov, Instructor

Calling all engineers, entrepreneurs, and activists. Design the streets of the future. Imagine a zero-pollution mix of bikes, electric vehicles, and buses, all sharing the road safely with state-of-the-art lane markings and bike protections. Learn the skills you need to make your imagined streets a reality. Working as a team, we’ll assess hazards, then create and advocate for safe and comfortable ways to get to Newton’s middle and high schools. You’ll collect and map data on origins, destinations, and obstacles, using GIS, Google Maps and GoPro. You’ll design persuasive posters and materials to sway public opinion. As bonus attractions, we’ll have visits by some of Boston’s leading transportation experts to walk our streets with us and offer planning tips; plus we’ll do a trial bike ride on our current streets, imagining our future ones. Grades 5-9.

Stretch your creative and technical talents and build your own website from the ground up. Learn to create great web pages that include pictures, sound, and video. You’ll explore languages like HTML and CSS that are “under the hood” of all websites, and you’ll consider ways to organize colors, layouts, and content to make your pages stand out. You’ll use the Web as your primary source for images, but you can bring other materials that you’d like on your site too. We’ll put your website online (either privately or publicly) and also provide a link you can take home. All levels welcome; experienced students can work on more indepth projects. Grades 5–9.

Note: You must have a bike to join us for our trial ride.

KS131–S17 $375 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–4pm

Songwriting with GarageBand Deanna Mustachio, Instructor Learn to write a song and record it for posterity. You’ll coax out your most meaningful lyrics; create a catchy melody; and learn to structure a song, add instruments to the melody line, and record your song using GarageBand. If songwriting isn’t your thing, you can use GarageBand’s existing loops and incorporate jam packs or other sound effects to make an original music masterpiece. You’ll leave the class with a recorded copy of your work. Grades 5-9. Note: Bring your instrument if you have one, but don’t worry if you’re not a musician; no musical or GarageBand experience is necessary.

KS209–S17–1 $245 August 7–11 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS209–S17–2 $245 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Note: Come to class with your own email address.

KS216–S17–1 $245 June 26–30 @ Newton South 1–4pm KS216–S17–2 $245 July 17–21 @ Newton South 9am–12pm KS216–S17–3 $245 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS216–S17–4 $245 August 14–18 @ Newton North 1–4pm KS216–S17–5 $245 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

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Sports Archery BayState Archery staff, Instructors Archery is a great option if you prefer a non-competitive individual sport to team sports. Certified instructors will determine your dominant eye, explain the rules, and get you started, providing individualized instruction throughout the class. You’ll learn technique, form, and accuracy. Equipment is provided. Grades 3 & up.

KS924–S17–1 $135 July 5–7 @ Newton South 9–10:55am KS924–S17–2 $210 August 21–25 @ Bigelow 9–10:55am

Basketball Jr. Kids Hoops staff, Instructors Learn the basics of basketball and enjoy playground play, contests, and a smattering of other sports and games too. Ages 4-8.

KS925–S17–1 $195 August 14–18 @ Mason Rice 9am–12pm KS925–S17–2 $195 August 21–25 @ Mason Rice 9am–12pm

Flag Football Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Learn fundamental football skills from our enthusiastic coaches. We’ll work on passing, catching, running, and offensive/defensive strategies. Apply your new skills in a scrimmage each day, using flags only, no tackling. Grades 3-6.

KS918–S17–1 $195 June 26–June 30 @ Countryside 9am–12pm KS918–S17–2 $195 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS918–S17–3 $195 August 28–September 1 @ Mason Rice 9am–12pm

Soccer & Multi-Sports Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Enjoy a variety of sports in this camp. Soccer will be our core sport, but unique games and activities will also be part of the mix. You’ll learn proper skills, rules, and tips for each sport. A final-day tournament ends each week. Campers will be grouped by age and skill level. Ages 4-8.

KS919–S17–1 $195 June 26–30 @ Countryside 9am–12pm KS919–S17–2 $120 July 5–July 7 @ Countryside 9am–12pm KS919–S17–3 $195 July 10–14 @ Countryside 9am–12pm KS919–S17–4 $195 July 17–21 @ Countryside 9am–12pm KS919–S17–5 $195 July 24–28 @ Countryside 9am–12pm KS919–S17–6 $195 July 31–August 4 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS919–S17–7 $195 August 7–11 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS919–S17–8 $195 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS919–S17–9 $195 August 21–25 @ Newton North 9am–12pm KS919–S17–10 $195 August 28–September 1 @ Mason Rice 9am–12pm New

Soccer & Multi-Sports Sr. Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors More Soccer. More other sports and games. Grades 3-6.

KS922–S17 $195 August 14–18 @ Newton North 9am–12pm

Sports & Games Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Join us for afternoons filled with sports and games. For morning sports campers, we’ll start with lunch and free play, then enjoy your favorite sports, as well as familiar and unusual games. Afternoon-only kids, join us at lunch time or later. Our focus in on play, rather than learning new skills; expect only friendly competition in a relaxed and supportive environment. Bring your own lunch. Ages 4-10.

KS923–S17 $175 August 28–September 1 @ Mason Rice 12–3pm

Soccer for Moms* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Soccer is not just for kids! Join us to get in on the action. Our coaches will provide the equipment, officiate the games, and give pointers to help improve your skills. Players at all levels are welcome (even if you’re not a soccer mom). Note: Wear shin guards and bring a soccer ball and water bottle to every session; cleats are a good idea too.

KS920–S17 $95 (7–8pm) 5 Tuesdays @ Mason Rice June 20–July 25 No class July 4

Soccer Tykes* Thundercat Sports staff, Instructors Toddlers, with your adult partner, learn the basics of soccer in this fun, noncompetitive environment. Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child per adult please). Note: Shin guards and soccer balls are optional, but please bring a water bottle.

KS921–S17–1 $105 (5–6pm) KS921–S17–2 $105 (6–7pm) 5 Tuesdays @ Mason Rice June 20–July 25 No class July 4

In case of questionable or bad weather, please call 617-499-4820 to find out if your class is running.

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ACT Prep Summit Educational Group staff, Instructors We are pleased to partner with Summit Educational Group to offer a comprehensive program that covers all sections of the ACT exam—math, science, reading, and writing. We will cover fundamental academic skills like algebra, critical reading, and grammar, as well as essential test-taking strategies. In response to popular demand, we now offer a prep class for the ACT test. Our class includes an initial diagnostic practice exam followed by 12 hours of classroom instruction and a second practice exam. This summer’s class schedule is below; see our website for more information. Note: All classes meet at Newton North.

KH25-S17 $675 Mon July 31, 9am–1pm, Diagnostic Test Weds August 2, 9am–12pm, Instruction Fri August 4, 9am–12pm, Instruction Mon August 7, 9am–12pm, Instructional Weds August 9, 9am–1pm, Practice Test Fri August 11, 9am–12pm, Instruction

SAT MATH review See our website for details. KH16-S17 $195 Monday –Thursday August 21–24 @ Newton South 10am –12pm

SAT Verbal review See our website for details. KH17-S17 $195 Monday–Thursday August 21–24 @ Newton South 12:30–2:30pm

NCE Summer School Newton Summer school is now part of NCE. We offer elective classes for credit, academic classes that you can take in place of their school-year equivalents, and review classes that you can take to make up classes you did not successfully complete during the year. Check our website for more details about our elective and academic offerings.

Note: There is no credit awarded for this class. Grade 12 only.

KS806–S17 $325 June 29–July 21 @ Newton North 8–10am

Elective Classes

Academic Classes

Critical Writing Amanda Legare, Instructor

We offer full-credit classes in biology, chemistry, and U.S. History. We offer make-up review classes in English and Math, and a one-credit Personal Fitness class. Newton students: You may not repeat a class for which you received a final grade of “N.” Classes meet Monday through Friday, with the exception of July 3 & 4. See our website for details.

If your ideas are better than your papers, join us and improve your academic writing in all subjects. We’ll help you define a clear thesis and organize evidence to support it. You’ll practice structuring logical paragraphs, drawing convincing connections between them, and building up to a strong, emphatic conclusion. You’ll also learn to avoid common word use and grammatical errors that can detract from your arguments. You’ll finish this class with increased confidence to tackle your future writing assignments. Note: Upon completion you will receive 1.5 credits. These count towards your general graduation requirements, but do not satisfy your English department credit requirements. Grades 9-12.

KS802–S17 $450 June 29–July 21 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

Marine Biology Thomas Eldridge, Instructor

Note: Upon completion you will receive 2.5 credits. These credits count towards your general graduation requirements, but do not satisfy your science department credit requirements. Grades 9-12.

KS803–S17 $695 June 29–July 28 @ Newton North 8:30–11am 617 559-6999

If you’re a rising senior and you’ve successfully completed 513 or 613 Math, you may take this class to qualify for senior year calculus. We’ll cover the prerequisite topics you’ll need to understand before you move on to calculus.

Note: There are no summer school classes on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday, July 4.

Join us to investigate the amazing biology of marine organisms and explore the ecology of their environment through experiential, hands-on learning. To supplement our classroom and lab work, we’ll go on four field trips. See our website for details of each trip.

Pre-Calculus Vu Ha, Instructor

Biology KS800-S17 $575 June 29–August 11 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

Chemistry KS801-S17 $575 June 29–August 11 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

US History KS807-S17 $575 June 29–August 11 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

Math Review KS804-S17 $450 June 29–August 11@ Newton North 8–10am

English Review KS805-S17 $450 June 29–August 11 @ Newton North 8–10am

Personal Fitness KS808-S17 $150 June 29–July 14 @ Newton North 8am–12pm

general info & policies

POLICIES ACCESS

REFUNDS/WITHDRAWALS

Our classes are open to everyone. Please let us know if you have any special concerns or need special assistance.

For our adult, and school-year Kids classes, you must withdraw at least seven days before the class start date printed in our catalog to receive either a refund minus a $10 processing fee, or a credit-on-account minus a $5 fee. The $6 registration fee is non-refundable. No other refunds or credits will be given, unless we cancel your class, in which case you’ll receive a full refund. To withdraw from a class, call us during office hours; we do not process withdrawals by email. There are no partial refunds for student absences, scheduling conflicts, or weather-related closings.

AGE REQUIREMENTS Adult classes are open to students 18 years of age and older. Age requirements for Kids classes are listed per class.

CHANGES NCE reserves the right to cancel classes that are under-enrolled, and to change times, locations, and instructors when necessary.

DISCOUNTS We offer a 15% discount to seniors (age 65+), veterans, and employees of the City of Newton. The discount is available on most of our classes, but only if you register by phone and let us know at the time of registration. ELL, one-session, couples’ rate classes, and other select classes are excluded. Discounts do not apply to materials, food fees, or our Kids classes, and can not be combined.

GIFT CERTIFICATES Gift certificates are available in any amount and can be used for any class we offer.

PARKING FOR EVENING CLASSES Free parking is available in lots at both high schools. There is additional parking on neighborhood streets; please pay attention to all official street signs, as parking laws are enforced.

Permissions We may occasionally post your work to our website or take pictures of students in our classes to use in promotional materials. Your enrollment in a class indicates your approval for this.

SCHOLARSHIPS Partial scholarships are available on a limited basis for Newton residents. Please call 617559-6999 for more information.

TRIAL CLASSES Sorry, we do not offer trial classes.

WEATHER CANCELLATIONS If Newton public schools are closed due to inclement weather, our classes that run in school buildings are cancelled. Decisions about off-site classes are made individually; please check your class listing on our website. Classes cancelled due to weather will be made up at the end of the term; there will be no refunds for weather-related closings.

We are inclusive NCE does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal or state law.

Additional Info & Policies for Kids Summer Programs Afternoon Extended Day We offer Extended Day until 5:30pm each day. Our staff will bring Extended Day students to our designated location and you can pick up there. Late fees apply for all late pick-ups, so please be prompt! We will not pro-rate our fee for Extended Day, but you are welcome to send your child for fewer than five days. (Let us know if you plan to do this.) There is no early-morning program (except with Camp Invention); do not bring your child early as there is no supervision prior to the start of our classes.

BEHAVIOR POLICY It is our expectation that students in our classes will follow their teacher’s instructions. Students are expected to be respectful of their teachers and peers. Students must use only materials designated for their NCE class and use them appropriately. If your child does not meet these expectations, we will communicate with you to discuss his or her behavior. If after two such communications your child’s behavior has not improved, we will ask you to withdraw your child from the class and no refund will be given. If your child exhibits threatening physical behavior towards others in the class, he or she will be withdrawn immediately and no refund will be given.

DISCOUNTS/SCHOLARSHIPS We do not offer sibling or other discounts on our Kids programs. Partial scholarships are available on a limited basis for Newton residents. Call 617-559-6999 for more information.