RVC Community and Continuing Education Summer 2014 Schedule by Rock Valley College

COmmuNiTy & CONTiNuiNG

EduCaTiON SUMMER 2014

RockValleyCollege.edu/CCE

Whether you are seeking personal enrichment or professional development, we have programs that will fit your busy lifestyle.

Community Education ........ 3 Whiz Kids ...............................18 Continuing Education ...... 34 GED & ESL ..........................50

Welcome

to Community and Continuing Education (CCE)! CCE strives to offer a large and varied selection of educational opportunities. Whether you are seeking personal enrichment or professional development, we have programs that will fit your busy lifestyle. Courses are offered at the RVC Main Campus (3301 N. Mulford Road), Bell School Road Campus (3350 N. Bell School Road), online, and many other convenient locations (addresses noted for each class). What’s New in Community and Continuing Education: • Whiz Digital Art & Graphic Design • Video with Your Camera • Whiz Development Workshop: Strength Quest • Whiz Books Alive • DIY-Restoration & Fabrication • Web Security- Keeping Kids Safe OnLine • Mac/Apple Series • Education for Parents/Instructors

Community Education

Encouraging life-long learning at any age! Community Education offers courses that help you learn a new hobby or skill, enjoy leisure and recreational activities and benefit from personal enrichment experiences. Designed as non-credit courses, there are no entrance exams and no diploma requirements. Students of all ages are welcome to join our classes and workshops.

Continuing Education

Enhance your skills, your career, your life! Continuing Education offers courses and programs to help you upgrade your skills with non-degree credit, state and national certification and licensing courses in business, healthcare, professional development and technology areas. 0Designed as short-term, non-degree alternatives, these programs do not require an entrance exam for admission. NOTE: Financial Aid does not apply to Continuing Education courses.

Whiz Kids

Challenging minds since 1980! Rock Valley College Whiz Kids provides students in K-8th grades with a variety of academic enrichment opportunities. Through creative teaching strategies, materials, and curricula, Rock Valley College Whiz Kids offers unique, hands-on activities with inventive modes of participation. Students have fun using their imaginations, perfecting their talents, and gaining confidence in academic areas. Parents like this program because it provides a positive and stimulating environment for their children. We like it because we enjoy the kids and love to see learning in action! For weather related class closings, please call (815) 921-NEWS. RVC Recycles This schedule is printed on recycled paper and printed with soy-based ink.

CONTENTS Community Education........................... 3-17 Art............................................................................................4 Crafts & Hobbies..............................................................5 Culinary.............................................................................6-7 Dance.....................................................................................8 Educational Endeavors...................................................9 Employment...................................................................... 10 Farm & Nature................................................................ 10 Finance............................................................................... 10 Fitness................................................................................... 11 Health & Nutrition........................................................... 11 Language, Literature & Writing................................ 12 Martial Arts & Self-Defense........................................ 13 Mind & Body......................................................................14 Music..................................................................................... 15 Pets........................................................................................ 16 Photography..................................................................... 16 Technology......................................................................... 17 Travel.................................................................................... 17 Yoga ..................................................................................... 17 WHIZ KIDS.....................................................18-33 At-A-Glance..................................................................19-21 Art...................................................................................22-23 Cooking....................................................................... 23-24 Crafts & Hobbies.................................................... 24-25 Dance.................................................................................. 25 Down on the Farm......................................................... 26 Language.......................................................................... 26 Legos................................................................................... 27 Martial Arts................................................................27-28 Nature................................................................................. 28 Piano.................................................................................... 29 Reading, Writing & Math.................................... 29-30 Science & Technology.......................................... 30-33 Sports & Recreation...................................................... 33 StrengthFinder................................................................ 33 CONTINUING EDUCATION.......................34-49 Business...................................................................... 35-36 Computer Training..................................................37-40 Construction/Home.....................................................40 Distance On-Line Learning......................................... 41 Educational Endeavors.........................................42-43 Emergency Training......................................................44 Health..........................................................................44-47 Hospitality.........................................................................48 Language For The Workplace..................................48 Manufacturing/Workforce Training.......................49 RVC HIGH SCHOOL CONNECTIONS................43 GED & ESL........................................................................ 50 CLR............................................................................................ 51 STARLIGHT THEATRE.................................................. 53 REGISTRATION.........................................................54-55

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

COmmuNiTy EduCaTiON Encouraging life-long learning at any age.

Community Education offers courses that help you learn a new hobby or skill, enjoy leisure and recreational activities and benefit from personal enrichment courses. Students of any age can take these non-credit courses; there are no entrance exams and no diploma requirements. Courses are offered at the RVC main campus (3301 North mulford Road), as well as other convenient locations, (addresses noted in schedule) throughout the region.

CONTENTS Art ........................................................ 4

Pets ......................................................15

Crafts & Hobbies .............................. 5

Photography .....................................16

Culinary ............................................6-7

Technology.........................................17

Dance .................................................. 8

Travel ...................................................17

Educational Endeavors ................... 9

Yoga.....................................................17

Employment .....................................10

Pre-registration & Payment: Payment is required for all classes! Please register early to reserve your place in the class and avoid cancellation. Every effort will be made to notify registrants if a class has been canceled. However, it is your responsibility to update your address and phone number with our Records Office.

Farm & Nature.................................10 Finance .............................................. 10 Fitness ..................................................11 Health & Nutrition ............................11 Language, Literature & Writing ..12 Martial Arts & Self Defense..........13 Mind & Body ......................................14 Music ...................................................15

RVC Community Education Age Appropriate Guidelines: Community Education classes are designed for students of all ages. Age guidelines are stated with each class. Classes designated as ADULT are intended for students 18 years and older. With INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION, high school students may attend adult classes. Call (815) 921-3900 for information.

Become an instructor for Community Education Rock Valley College Community Education offers non-credit courses for hobby, leisure, and development. Courses do not earn credit toward college degrees and are not transferable. We are seeking part-time adjunct faculty who are interested in sharing their expertise with members of our community. Individuals with skills in the following areas are encouraged to propose new classes for our program. • Art • Communications • Cooking • Crafts & Hobbies • Dance • Etiquette • Finance • Fitness • Health/Wellness • History • Home & Garden • Image • Language • Literature • Music • Personal Development • Pets & Animals • Photography • Sports & Recreation • Travel • Writing To print new class proposal materials, visit RockValleyCollege.edu/Community/CPE/CPEFaculty-Recruitment.cfm

ART

ART STELLA DOBBINS, (MA, University of Houston) is an artist and art historian who exhibits her work nation-wide and is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society .

KATHY LYON earned her Master of Fine Arts degree and is nearing completion of her Masters in Teaching. Since 1991 she has been a teacher within the Rockford Public Schools.

Chinese Brush Painting

Drawing For Beginners

(HS-Adult) Enjoy a creative and fun day-workshop painting flowers and fish in the Asian style. You will learn traditional and modern brush painting techniques, such as wet-in-wet contour/outline, spontaneous and glaze styles. You will paint the following subjects: lotus, angel fish, peony (contour style), morning glories, sunflowers, plum blossoms, and gold fish. You will learn the Chinese characters for each subject. There will be a class discussion and display of your art after each lesson. All levels and ability of students are welcome. A supply kit ($25) can be purchased from instructor at the class. Instructor e-mail: stelladobbins@yahoo.com.

(HS-Adult) It’s a great idea to have some drawing background before Beginning Watercolor Painting. This class gives you that edge. We will cover shading, color mixing, contour drawing and other techniques necessary in preparation for painting.

ART 815 RV 6/21 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Stella Dobbins Sa 9:00 am-5:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

ART 809 BLL 6/16-6/26 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Kathy Lyon $97 MTWTh 5:00-7:00 pm 8 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

$65 1 Session Room 007

Etegami (Japanese Folk Art) (HS-Adult) You will learn about the Japanese folk art, Etegami, and receive examples of these simple hand-painted drawings with a few words of greeting. These fun and beautiful cards can be sent or given to family members or friends. The card can be serious or whimsical depending on the mood you want to create. The subjects presented are: flowers, birds, fish and insects. Traditional tools are writing brushes, sumi-e ink, gansai color blocks and washi postcards but nontraditional tools are acceptable. Calligraphy for each subject will be taught. A supply kit ($25) can be purchased from instructor at the class. Instructor e-mail: stelladobbins@ yahoo.com. ART 815 RV2 7/26 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Plein Air Painting (Adult) Join us for three days of fun-in-the-sun as we explore ideas, concepts and strategies for enjoying plein air painting. The workshop will focus on helping you to understand how to locate and focus on a subject, how to quickly establish your design, and how to evaluate, amend and finish your works on location. Each day, an objective will be explained, and demonstrated. Students will have time to work on their designs. Students will receive one-onone assistance and group instruction. Work in your medium of choice – watercolor, oils, pastels, etc. The focus will be on learning new ideas and concepts as well as learning how to be safe, meet new friends, have fun and perhaps, create a masterpiece. It is suggested that you plan to work on small supports (paper, canvas, panel, etc., nothing larger than 11 x 15). Please contact the instructor (tom@tomlindenart.com) prior to the workshop for information concerning recommended supplies in addition to your painting equipment. BRING: lunch. Situated along the banks of our beautiful Rock River, NICHOLAS CONSERVATORY & GARDENS brings the tropics to the Midwest. The facility is the third largest conservatory in Illinois, offering an 11,000 square-foot plant exhibition area complete with water features, seating areas, and sculptures, all in a tropical plant setting. The beauty continues outdoors with the newly restored Eclipse Lagoon, complete with two fountains, a waterfall, pedestrian bridge, patio areas, and walkway connecting the Conservatory to the Sinnissippi Rose Garden. ART 815 NC Tom Linden 7/23-7/25 WThF 8:00 am-Noon Nicholas Conservatory Gardens

$114 3 Sessions 1354 N. 2nd St.

Stella Dobbins Sa 9:00 am-5:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$101 1 Session Room 007

Acrylic Painting (HS-Adult) Beginning thru advanced, create works of art with acrylic paint. Focus on drawing skills first, and then explore color mixing, materials use, and paintings of still life, landscape and abstract expression. This is a hands-on course; be prepared to get messy! Supply list given at first class. ART 815 BLL 7/21-7/31 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Kathy Lyon $97 MTWTh 5:00-7:00 pm 8 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

WOMANSPACE offers programs for women, men and children to enhance body, mind and spirit, with a focus in the creative arts, holistic health, interfaith exploration, and environmental stewardship. Situated on a seven-acre campus between Alpine and Mulford Roads in Rockford, Illinois, Womanspace has art studios, galleries, Gallery2Go gift shop, beautiful gardens and a labyrinth, and operates as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Office hours are MondayThursday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm. womanspace-rockford.org (815) 877-0118. NORM KNOTT is a recycling artist and works with themes and images from Buddhism, kitsch, and collections of nostalgia and American culture. He enjoys preserving the past in color and textures that soar as visionary, or dive deep into metaphor. Norm has extensively exhibited his work locally, nationally and also has international patrons.

All Ages Artshop: Build a Fairy House (Children-Adult Under 9 with Parent) Join in this annual event as Norm provides you with ideas and some materials to create an amazing Fairy House in the Womanspace Forest. This is just in time for the Fairy Festival on July 26th where hundreds of young boys and girls (and adults) journey through the woods hunting for and admiring these creative and fun fairy homes! Come play in our gardens and woods and use natural materials you will find on our grounds and/or bring your own all-natural materials to create a comfortable abode for our forest fairies (e.g. leaves, shells, rocks, stones, pet hair, nut shells, feathers, exotic branches.) BRING: Your camera, plus gloves, hiking shoes, long sleeves and pants for protection from the forest. ART 805 WSP Norm Knott $25 7/19 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

DEE SANTORINI is an avid clay artist and skilled Raku potter. She is active on our Gallery Committee and Clay Studio Managers group, and exhibits regularly at Womanspace and in Rockford’s ArtScene. She is currently president of the Rockford Art Guild.

Mythical Creatures & Goddesses (Clay Sculpture) (Adult) Faeries! Goddesses! Unicorns! I can almost see them frolicking through our studio now. These will be special creations for your home or garden—something you will treasure always. Please come with some ideas of what incredible creature you would like to make! Must have basic hand-building skills. ART 826 WSP Dee Santarini $120 6/5-6/26 Th 1:00-4:00 pm 4 Sessions Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

CRAFTS & HOBBIES

CRaFTS & HOBBiES TiNK’S NOOK has been serving the community and offering educational classes since 2007 for over five years. Owner dEB ZaNdONaTTi’S jewelry has sold internationally and she offers classes in a large variety of jewelry making techniques.

maRy FOREmaN has been sewing since she was 13 years of age. During her tenure as Costumes Shop Supervisor for RVC Starlight and Studio Theatres, Mary began her teaching career. Also during this time, she has sewn for bridal parties ranging from 3 to 25 attendants, brides maids, and flower girls. Since 2002 she has been leading combined level classes (no experience to advanced sewing skills).

metal Jewelry Fabrication (Adult) Work with the metals that you have always wanted to use! Limited enrollment, (so you can work directly with the instructor) using a variety of metals in making jewelry, fabricating, casting and soldering. Emphasis on design. Take your conceptual ideas and combine them with basic jewelry making techniques. Walk away from this class aware of the possibilities of personal expression through metal work. Supplies NOT included (Cost is dependent upon your design and materials used. Supplies available for purchase at Tink’s Nook).

Sewing (Age 9-Adult) Learn to sew simple garments and read and follow a pattern guide. You can use your own sewing machine or use one that is provided for you. Learn easy ways to hem, put in zippers, sleeves and much more by the end of the class. NOTE: For those adults who want to take this great class with your child/ grandchild. Both adult and child must register (although strongly suggested, class does not require an adult to attend with child). First class, students will meet at classroom, then we’ll travel to local fabric store to make supply purchases. CaH 811 BLL 6/7-8/16 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/5

mary Foreman $136 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 10 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

Sewing (Adult Only) Learn to sew simple garments and read and follow a pattern guide. You can use your own sewing machine or use one that is provided for you. Learn easy ways to hem, put in zippers, sleeves and much more by the end of the class. The Tuesday class is restricted to ADULTS only. First class–students will meet at classroom, then will travel to local fabric store to make supply purchases. CaH 809 BLL2 6/10-8/12 Bell School Rd. Ctr

mary Foreman $136 T 6:00-8:30 pm 10 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

Beginning Knitting (Adult) Join in America’s #1 hobby—knitting. Beginning Knitting teaches all the basic stitches along with some “special” techniques so you can enjoy your new hobby. A project will be expected for each class. BRiNG: one skein (worsted weight) of yarn, your color choice and one pair of size 8 knitting needles. CaH 806 RV Karen Sue mcCarthy 6/3-7/8 T 6:30-8:30 pm RVC Support Services Bldg

$56 6 Sessions Room 1309

Beginning Crocheting (Adult) Fun class with lots of info and creativity! Master basic crochet stitches and techniques for one-of-a-kind crochet projects. A project will be required for each class. BRiNG: 1 skein (worsted weight) of yarn, your color choice and 1 size 6(J) crochet hook. CaH 806 RV2 Karen Sue mcCarthy 6/5-7/10 Th 6:30-8:30 pm RVC Support Services Bldg

$56 6 Sessions Room 1309

ERIC W. STILES SR., a former supervisor and head tailor and fitter for Giorgio Armani, Polo Ralph Lauren, and many others. His professional experience began in 1989. Here is your opportunity to learn sewing skills and specialized techniques used by top European and domestic designers from an industry expert. Eric has been teaching his online fashion design courses at more than 40 colleges in the U.S. and Canada and now brings his most popular classes back to Rock Valley College from Chicago!

CaH 818 TN2 6/11-7/31 Tink’s Nook

Tink’s Nook Staff WTh 6:00-9:00 pm 207 E. State St.

$340 16 Sessions Cherry Valley

Sewing / Construction – Pattern drafting (Adult) No sewing experience is required! (You will have the opportunity to learn and continue learning specialized skills and techniques from an industry expert. Beginners, intermediate, and experienced sewers alike take this hands-on, intensive course to learn how to sew, make patterns, and advance in skill). You can learn some of the special techniques that the top European and domestic designers use in their clothing construction, fitting, pressing and much more. Stop making Home-Made Looking Clothing, learn how to make them like the professionals. You will begin with machine stitch drills for practice. Then you will start marking and cutting your muslin and denim fabric. The fabric pieces will be used to construct seams, two hand stitch pads and the making of four watch pockets. You will learn how to use a thimble and needle properly. The thimble, needle and wax tailor’s chalk will be provided free by the instructor. Mr. Stiles will show you the 3 different hand stitches you will learn and put on your 2 stitch pads using glazed basting cotton thread. The 3 hand stitches are the Overcast, Baste, and Halfback. You will learn how to use a tailor’s quarter size square and to draft a professional quarter scale skirt pattern. Learn the formula used to draft a skirt pattern from beginning to end for Ready-To-Wear and Custom clothes. Stop wasting time and money on commercial patterns. Let us teach you to make your own, and start designing a line of clothing that will fit and enhance your body. Product and Development, a procedure used to help designers improve and complete their patterns, will also be taught. Our pattern drafting formulas are used by all of the top European and domestic designers. You will start by drafting the pattern in the quarter scale and continue in the next semester with creating the full scale skirt pattern and the sample garment. The sample garment is created to test your pattern, after you have made it in the full scale. In the next semester of classes, you will also learn 3 additional garment pockets. (quarter top, half top and the side pocket). BRING: STUDENT’S MUST BRING THEIR OWN SEWING MACHINE! 3 subject spiral notebook, #2 pencils and Class Materials (additional $35-$45). Class supply list available at: ewsacademy.org CaH 809 RV Eric Stiles Sr. $320 7/17-8/21 Th 6:00-9:00 pm 6 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 124

diy: Restoration & Fabrication (for Knobs, Gadgets & Thingamajigs) (Adult) No matter what is being restored, finding replacements or fixing broken parts is troublesome. You’ll learn to fabricate your own knobs, gadgets & other items to make restoration projects easier and more affordable We’ll also cover what to do to maintain historical integrity and value, and what not to do (which may be detrimental to historic & financial value). Plenty of class time will be given for hands on work and questions/answers. SPC 809 BLL5 Peter Janko $65 6/16-8/4 M 6:00-8:00 pm 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

CULINARY

CuLiNaRy

Backyard Grilling for Guys

CHEF diaNa KRamER, founder of TaSTy TidBiTS graduated from the Culinary Business Academy, is a Certified Personal Chef, Premier Member of the United States Personal Chef Association, has ServSafe Certification and is a Registered Nurse who has extensively researched and obtained educational credits in food allergies, special diets, nutrition & safety. She has been cooking and entertaining since she was 12 years old.

Couples Night Out: Caribbean Cruise

aL GRaCE aPPLiaNCE Culinary Corner Kitchen partnered with Whirlpool to build a first class kitchen featuring state of the art appliances at the 811 W. Riverside Blvd. location. It is the home of Chef Diana of Tasty Tidbits and plays a vital role for her classes.

Couples Night Out: Sonoran Southwest dinner

(Adult) From Jamaica to Aruba, join other couples as we prepare and enjoy food from some of the Caribbean Islands. We will prepare a delicious 5-course dinner with a taste of a Jamaican specialty drink. BYOB welcome. Partial hands-on class with take-home recipe booklet. HmC 805 aG5 7/25 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $75** per person F 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

(Adult) There is a wonderful array of Southwest spices, chilies and flavors…all native ingredients! Join other couples as we prepare and enjoy a 5-course dinner straight from the old Southwest along with a sample taste of beer brewed in that area. BYOB welcome. Partial hands-on class with take-home recipe booklet.

(Adults – Men only) Have you ever wanted to impress your friends and family with your backyard grilling talents? Now’s the time! Learn to cook like the pros and create mouth watering, flavor packed food that will make you the envy of all! Understand the difference between grilling and barbecuing; know when and how to do each. Tips & techniques to give you the confidence to host the next family BBQ, and have fun doing so! Find out how to turn almost any hooded grill into a “smoker” that can enable you to produce super tender smoked food (meat, veggies and even fruit!)

aLL CLaSSES * Registration ends 48 hours prior to class date * No refunds 48 hours before class starts ** Couples must register with a partner

HmC 803 OTR 6/14 On The Rocks Grill

(Adult) Have fun with your girlfriends and make some new ones, as we prepare and enjoy appetizers & desserts that are meat-free and sooo delicious!! Even sample a special cocktail made with veggies. Partial hands-on class w/take-home recipe booklet. May BYOB.

(Adult) This class is mostly demonstration, but hands-on is optional and welcomed as Chef Diana teaches a different skill and/or theme each time. We will prepare mushrooms in many diff erent ways: stuffed, in soup, sautéed & with puff pastry. Three course lunch served and back to work (or not) you go with notes & recipes in hand.

HmC 805 aG 6/3 Al Grace Appliance

HmC 805 aG7 6/5 Al Grace Appliance

dwayne Collins Sa 10:30 am-1:00 pm 3457 Merchandise Dr.

$60 1 Session

Girlfriends Night Out: Won’t miss the meat (Vegetarian)

Tasty Tidbits $50* per person T 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Girlfriends Night Out: Spanish Tapas (Adult) Learn about the history of Tapas in Spain and have fun with your girlfriends as we prepare and enjoy appetizers & desserts and sample a little Spanish wine perfectly matched to them. Partial hands-on class w/take-home recipe booklet. May BYOB. HmC 805 aG2 7/1 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $50* per person T 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Girlfriends Night Out: So Long Summer… KaTHy mOE has been teaching with Wilton Decorating classes since 1989. Teaching everything from cookie bouquets to advanced cake decoration. The newest classes have been fondant and advanced gum paste flowers.

(Adult) Fresh & delicious appetizers and desserts as we kiss Summer good-bye with your bestest girlfriends. We will prepare and enjoy them with a special cocktail sample. Partial hands-on class with take-home recipe booklet. May BYOB.

Basic Cake decorating

HmC 805 aG3 8/5 Al Grace Appliance

(Adult) Decorate cakes for those special occasions. Learn baking tips and how to make simple borders, flowers and decorations. Do not miss the first class with all the interesting baking tips and secrets to complete a lovely cake! BRiNG: to first class: Wilton Course 1 Student Kit, 1 can Wilton frosting, 6 plain non-iced cookies, and a container to carry iced cookies home. Complete supply list will be given at the first class and can be purchased at Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and Sweet Pans Shoppe. Course fee includes cost of book. HmC 809 BLL7 7/8-7/17 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Kathy moe TTh 9:00-11:30 am

$64 4 Sessions Room G24

Tasty Tidbits $50* per person T 5:30-7:30 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Couples Night Out: Trip Through italy (Adult) Come with us as we travel through Italy from North to South (including Sicily) and learn about the flavor differences and styles of preparation of each area as we prepare a 5 course dinner together and try a sample of Chef Diana’s favorite Italian wine. Fun night out with your partner or best friend! BYOB welcome. Partial hands-on class with take-home recipe booklet. HmC 805 aG4 6/20 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $75** per person F 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

HmC 805 aG6 8/15 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $75** per person F 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Lunch & Learn: mushroom madness

Tasty Tidbits $40* Th 11:30 am-1:00 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Lunch & Learn: making & using Pestos (Adult) Class is mostly demonstration, but hands-on is optional and welcomed as Chef Diana teaches a different skill and/or theme each time. We will prepare 3 different pestos and quick recipes and ideas for using them. Three-course lunch served and back to work (or not) you go with notes & recipes in hand. HmC 805 aG8 7/3 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $40* Th 11:30 am-1:00 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Lunch & Learn: Fresh From the market: Tomato Fest (Adult) Class is mostly demonstration, but hands-on is optional and welcomes as Chef Diana Teaches a different skill and/or theme each time. We will prepare tomatoes stuffed, fried, scalloped & more. Three course lunch served and back to work (or not) you go with notes & recipes in hand. HmC 805 aG9 8/21 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $40* Th 11:30 am-1:00 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

Grilling Basics

Herbs & Spices 101

(Adult) Confused about which grill is the best? Charcoal or gas? Learn about both and indirect vs. direct, cook times, marinades, etc. Will be grilling meats, vegetables & fruit on both kinds of grills. Partial hands-on class with recipes and take home booklet.

(Adult) Learn about the history and flavors of herbs (dry vs. fresh), spices (whole vs. ground), blends, edible flowers, storage, and taste the differences as we prepare foods using both. Take home information packet and recipes.

HMC 805 AG10 6/9 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits M 5:30-7:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$50* 1 Session Kitchen

HMC 805 AG13 8/12 Al Grace Appliance

HMC 805 AG11 7/15 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits T 5:30-7:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$50* 1 Session Kitchen

Easy Freezer Meals

HMC 805 AG12 8/7 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits Th 5:30-7:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$50* 1 Session Kitchen

Mother-Daughter Cooking Class/Lunch (Adult) This fun class is a great way to pair Mothers and Daughters together to learn something new & share the experience that can continue at home! Work together in the kitchen preparing a 3-course lunch and enjoy! Grandmothers welcome too! HMC 805 AG16 7/22 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $35 per person* T 9:30 am-12:30 pm 1 Session 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

Canning & Freezing 101 (Adult) Learn how to do water-bath canning and blanching/ freezing, safety, ingredients and equipment. Everyone gets a chance to try both and take some home as well as taste samples already prepared. Take home helpful hints and recipe packet. HMC 805 AG14 8/9 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits Sa 10:00 am-2:00 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

CULINARY Continued

Tasty Tidbits T 5:00-7:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$50* 1 Session Kitchen

(Adult) You can very easily put together meals for the freezer in a few hours that can feed your family of 4 for a week or longer. Healthier than anything you can buy in the freezer section in the store and better for you than fast food…get you back to the table with your family, feed your athletes, and more! HMC 805 AG15 8/27 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits W 5:30-7:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$50* 1 Session Kitchen

Madison Farmer’s Market/Gardens Trip & Tours (Adult) Madison Farmer’s Market, tour of the market, transportation to and from Al Grace Appliance to the market and continental breakfast once there. Fun trip with many learning opportunities. Recipes provided based on current produce available at market. HMC 805 TRP 6/14 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits Sa 7:30 am-12:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$100* 1 Session

(Adult) Join Womanspace and Angelic Organics Learning Center for a unique solstice retreat on the farm. We’ll practice yoga, make simple meals with organic food harvested fresh from the farm, enjoy a meditation session with other like-minded women, and share stories around the campfire. Bring your own tent and gear. GAN 817 BE2 Angelic Staff $65 6/21-6/22 SaSu 11:00 am-Noon 2 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

$80* 1 Session

Beloit Farmer’s Market/Gardens Trip & Tour (Adult) Beloit Farmer’s Market tour of the market and a cooking class/brunch at Al Grace’s Culinary Corner Kitchen using fresh ingredients from the market. Recipe packet provided based on current produce available at market. will meet at Al Grace and carpool to market. Tasty Tidbits Sa 7:30 am-12:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$80* 1 Session Kitchen

Wild Edibles of Late Summer

Cheesemaking

GAN 817 BE8 Angelic Staff $70 8/10 Su 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

Tasty Tidbits Sa 8:00 am-Noon 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

(Adult) After introducing the science of wine making, we’ll jump right into making a small batch of wine. Each participant will use wild fruits to make one gallon of wine starter (or”must”) for fermenting at home. Participants need to bring 3-5 pounds of fruit (preferably wild fruits such as mulberries or raspberries): for help with identifying and selecting fruit please contact Dave at (608) 934-1070. We’ll supply a bucket, a fermentation lock and tubing; you’ll need a gallon glass jug, some sugar, and wine bottles back at home. GAN 817 BE5 Angelic Staff $65 7/12 Sa 2:00-5:00 pm 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

Women’s Solstice Camp Out

GAN 817 BE4 Angelic Staff $70 7/12 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

HMC 805 TRP2 7/12 Al Grace Appliance

Winemaking

ANGELIC ORGANICS LEARNING CENTER helps people build local food systems. The Learning Center offers opportunities to grow healthy food, connect with farmers and the land, learn agriculture and leadership skills, and gain a better quality of life. For information or to get involved, visit LearnGrowConnect.org. Call (815) 389-8455 for directions.

GAN 817 BE Angelic Staff $70 6/7 Sa 1:00-4:00 pm 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

(Adult) Harrison Market Gardens, a tour of the gardens with samplings and concludes at Al Grace Culinary Corner Kitchen for a cooking class/brunch using fresh ingredients from the gardens. Recipe packet provided based on current produce available at market. Includes a bag of produce from the Gardens. meet at Al Grace and carpool to Gardens.

HMC 805 TRP3 8/23 Al Grace Appliance

$70* 1 Session Kitchen

(Adult) This hands-on workshop in our farm setting will introduce the process of cheese making from start to finish. You’ll get real experience milking the goats as well as making ricotta, chevre, mozzarella and more. Finally, you’ll get to taste your very own handcrafted cheese.

Harrison Farmer’s Market/Gardens Trip & Tours

Food Preserving 101 (Adult) The novice food preserver is invited to this basic introduction and practical skills course. After an overview of food safety and reasons to preserve, we jump right into hands-on demonstrations of freezing, dehydrating, and canning, using fresh strawberries in the June class and fresh tomatoes in the August class as examples. Take a jar of strawberry jam or a can of tomatoes home with you! GAN 817 BE3 Angelic Staff $50 6/22 Su 1:30-5:00 pm 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia GAN 817 BE10 Angelic Staff $50 8/17 Su 1:00-5:00 pm 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

(Adult) Join us for a ‘wild’ party as we forage the farm’s acreage for late summer delicacies such as sumac, bee balm and elderberry. Recognize and forage wild edible plants from woodlands and fields, then return to the kitchen for preparation techniques to make teas, jellies and more! WEAR or BRING: long sleeves and good walking shoes for foraging. GAN 817 BE9 Angelic Staff $60 8/10 Su 2:00-6:00 pm 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

DANCE

daNCE JuLiE daLE, professional ballroom dance instructor, from Sterling, Illinois brings Rockford and Rock Valley College the latest in Ballroom Dancing. Ms. Dale teaches both classes and private lessons at RVC. Learning to dance develops poise, self-confidence and physical fitness.

Ballroom dancing

Ballroom dancing ii Cha Cha Cha, The Hustle and more... dNC 800 RV4 Julie dale 6/5-7/17 Th 7:00-8:00 pm RVC Student Center Bldg NO CLASS 7/3

$75/person 6 Sessions Atrium

(Adult) Leave the winter cold and Learn to Dance at RVC. Learning to lead and learning to follow has never been easier. Bring a partner or come alone. It’s fun and it’s easy. Walk in and Danceout. What ever your age it is never to late to learn. Students, young professionals, those who have never danced and those who wish to improve their skills. Something for everyone. Private lessons, Beginners class and Intermediate class are all available. If you are unsure of your level contact Julie Dale by phone or e-mail (815) 718-1814 or julied12@hotmail.com. Enhance your dance experience: “The Dance Collection l & ll” directed by Julie Dale, available at the RVC bookstore.

mixed Rumba, Country and Traditional

Ballroom dancing i

SESSiON i • A minimum of six sessions • Each session is a 1/2 hour • Choose two dances for the six week session • You may decide with the teacher at your lesson time or contact her in advance (815) 718-1814 or e-mail julied12@hotmail.com • Special rates for groups. Call (815) 718-1814

Foxtrot, Swing and Rumba dNC 800 RV Julie dale 6/5-7/17 Th 6:00-7:00 pm RVC Student Center Bldg NO CLASS 7/3

$75/person 6 Sessions Atrium

Waltz, Salsa and Tango dNC 800 RV2 Julie dale 7/24-8/28 Th 6:00-7:00 pm RVC Student Center Bldg

$75/person 6 Sessions Atrium

dNC 800 RV3 Julie dale 7/24-8/28 Th 7:00-8:00 pm RVC Student Center Bldg

$75/person 6 Sessions Atrium

Private Lessons Taking a cruise? Class reunion? Anniversary? A gift for that “Special Someone”! Learn to dance for your wedding! For Poise, self confidence and physical fitness! Choose the dance you want to learn. “Walk in - Dance out!”

dNC 800 RV6 Julie dale 6/5-7/17 Call for times RVC Physical Ed Ctr (815) 718-1814 NO CLASS 7/3

SESSiON ii • A minimum of six sessions • Each session is 1/2 hour • Choose two dances for the six week session • You may decide with the teacher at your lesson time or contact her in advance (815) 718-1814 or e-mail julied12@hotmail.com • Special rates for groups. Call (815) 718-1814 dNC 800 RV5 Julie dale 7/24-8/28 Call for times RVC Physical Ed Ctr (815) 718-1814

$125/person 6 Sessions Room 1216

all Traditional – Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing etc. Plus.... • Paso Doble, Bachata, Bossa Nove, Mambo, Hustle, Bolero, Quickstep, East Coast and West Coast Swing and Disco. • Country Western: Country Swing, Slappin’ Leather, Cotton Eyed Joe, Boot Scootin’ Boogie, Electric Slide, Tootsie Roll, Fad Dances and Decades 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. advanced instruction available - contact Julie.

$125/person 6 Sessions Room 1216

ROCKFORd daNCE COmPaNy, in the Riverfront Museum Park, is resident ballet company of the Coronado Theater. The school instills poise, confidence, integrity for ages three to senior citizens in genres such as ballet, modern, tap, jazz, hip hop, yoga, and Gyrokinesis. For more information please call (815) 963-3341, or go to www.rockforddancecompany.com. SPECiFiC REGiSTRaTiON PROCEduRE: In an effort to provide regular class offerings and flexibility for students, a class card can be used at any time in the session for any class designated with an OE. Additional cards may be purchased at Rockford Dance Company.

* RdC semester dates run from 5/27-8/29

Beginning/intermediate Ballet (Teen-Adult) An entry level ballet class for people interested in pursuing ballet for the first time or those returning to relearn the steps again! This is an ongoing class; the four class card can be used on any day the class is offered. Additional class cards can be purchased directly from Rockford Dance Company. dNC 802 RdC Rockford dance $60 5/27-8/29* M or W 6:15-7:45 pm 4 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. NO CLASS 6/30-7/4

intermediate/advanced Ballet (Teen-Adult) An intermediate ballet class for the teen or adult interested in continuing their ballet training! This is an ongoing class; the four class card can be used on any day the class is offered. Additional class cards can be purchased directly from Rockford Dance Company. dNC 802 RdC2 Rockford dance $60 5/27-8/29* M,T,W or Th 5:30-7:00 pm 4 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. NO CLASS 6/30-7/4

intermediate Contemporary dance (Teen-Adult) This class explores Contemporary dance through modern and jazz dance techniques. Techniques such as fall/recover, contraction/release, core strengthening and fl oor work will be utilized in a fun and invigorating class. For intermediate and advanced level dancers with 2+ years experience. Dancers should wear form fitting clothing that allows movement and barefoot or non-slip socks. This is an ongoing class; the four class card can be used on any day the class is offered. Additional class cards can be purchased directly from Rockford Dance Company. dNC 802 RdC3 Rockford dance 5/28-8/27* W 7:00-8:30 pm Rockford Dance Company NO CLASS 6/30-7/4

$60 4 Sessions 711 North Main St.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS LIFE COACH UNIVERSITY Welcome to the exciting and growing field of Christian Life Coaching! This program of study is designed to provide students with a general orientation and basic introduction to Biblically-integrated life coaching. It will help equip individuals with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively provide support, accountability and guidance to those seeking personal and professional development. Developed by Light University, the Life Coaching Series is endorsed by both the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and the International Christian Coaching Association (ICCA). ROBERT WALKER holds two masters degrees including a Masters in Practical Theology, is certified by the Evangelical Church Alliance, is a member of the International Christian Coaching Association and a charter member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.

Connie Messina, MS, is an educator with over 30 years’ experience teaching and counseling children of diverse backgrounds in the K-12 school system.

Life Coaching 101: Introduction to Christian Life Coaching (Adult) Designed to examine the foundational dynamics of life coaching as the new 21st century helping relationship. Emphasis is placed on biblical principles, ethical standards, core coaching skills, and understanding the change dynamics necessary for effective practice in the field. Discussion of the nuts and bolts of building a business as a professional life coach. Each student will also receive a complimentary 60 minute coaching session using the Gallup StrengthsFinder assessment. SOC 800 RV Robert Walker 6/9-7/14 M 6:15-9:15 pm RVC Classroom Bldg II

$119 6 Sessions Room 221B

Personal Development Workshop: StrengthQuest (Ages 15-20) Everybody has unique strengths; their own personal combination of talents, knowledge, and skills. Based on decades of research by the Gallup Organization and on the popular StrengthsFinder 2.0 assessment, StrengthsQuest for ages 15-20 focuses on discovering each student’s top 5 “signature strengths.” This course will also help each participant to gain insight into how best to use their talents to achieve academic and personal success, as well as to explore career options and leadership development. StrengthsQuest has helped more than 700,000 people at 600 schools and universities. INCLUDES StrengthsQuest textbook EDU 801 RV Robert Walker 7/8-7/10 TWTh 10:00-11:30 am RVC Classroom Bldg II

$79 3 Sessions Room 128

Personal Development Workshop: The Happiness Advantage The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success. Our most commonly held formula for success is broken! Conventional wisdom holds that if we work hard we will be more successful, and if we are more successful, then we’ll be happy. The groundbreaking bestseller, The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor turns this stereotype on its head. Based on decades of research (and the most popular class at Harvard) this Positive Psychology course will examine why happiness fuels success and not the other way around. We will also isolate seven practical, actionable principles showing how to capitalize on The Happiness Advantage to improve personal performance and maximize potential. SPC 015 RV3 Robert Walker 6/12-6/26 Th 7:30-9:00 pm RVC Classroom Building II

$49 3 Sessions Room 220B

The Crisis of Illiteracy in America

Personal Development Workshop: Discovering Your Strengths (Ages 21 & Up) Everybody has unique strengths; their own personal combination of talents, knowledge, and skills. Decades of research by the Gallup Organization have uncovered 34 key strengths that exist at some level within everyone. Studies show those who work within their signature strengths are up to six times more effective. Based on the best-selling books Now, Discover Your Strengths and StrengthsFinder 2.0, this course will focus on discovering each student’s “signature strengths,” as well as the practical application of these strengths in their personal and professional lives. Each student will also receive a complimentary 60 minute coaching session. Perfect for job-finders and career-changers. Required StrengthFinderOnline Assessment Tool additional $10 fee. SPC 015 RV Robert Walker 6/12-7/17 Th 6:00-7:30 pm RVC Classroom Building II

$97 6 Sessions Room 220B

Personal Development Workshop: The Power of Habit - Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business People succeed when they identify patterns that shape their lives-and learn how to change them. The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, being more productive and achieving success is understanding how habits work. In The Power of Habit, awardwinning business reporter Charles Duhigg presents a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential. Based on the New York Times bestseller, this course will focus on cutting-edge research on how habits are formed and how they can be modified and changed. By harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives. SPC 015 RV2 Robert Walker 7/3-7/17 Th 7:30-9:00 pm RVC Classroom Building II

$49 3 Sessions Room 220B

(.5 Credit) “Adult illiteracy carries an estimated price tag of seventeen billion dollars annually.” (National Institute for Literacy) Experts agree that education must improve; however, few can articulate new ideas or strategies. This course explores the growing problem of illiteracy which contributes to our social ills and threatens the very strength of our nation. Connie Messina presents a documentary film of her experience as a literacy advocate for an adult friend. She documents an eight- year struggle to find the causes of and successful solutions for this hidden crisis in America. Purchase text in RVC Bookstore. EDU 030 RV Connie Messina $48 7/7-7/10 MTWTh 10:00-Noon 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 141

Online ACT Test Prep Cambridge Educational Services, the largest provider of Test Prep curriculum to colleges, universities, and high schools in the U.S., has partnered with Continuing Education to bring you the latest advancement in test preparation. The course covers all areas of the exam and the price includes a Computer Adaptive CD-ROM and Official Retired Test(s). The Cambridge Six-Step Approach includes: Diagnostic testing and assessment service; Basic skills review; Problem-solving concepts and strategies; Practice test reinforcement; Final exam, assessment report and review; and Personal study plan. Official pre- and post-tests document score improvements. Students will receive a password within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. All materials included. 2-Month Access - $225 4-Month Access - $250

GRE®, GMAT®, and LSAT® Test Prep

Two web course packages to choose from:

Pearl On Line: $225

• 2 months of Lessons • Knowledge-Measuring Quizzes • Timed Warm-up Tests for Each Subject • Class Grade Book & Progress Tracking

Diamond On Line: $250

• 4 months of Pearl On Line • Pre- and Post-Assessments • Paper-based or Online Assessment Reports • On Line Cambridge Practice Tests SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail and mail with payment to us, refer to Course # ACT-CCE. Students will receive a password within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. All materials included.

EMPLOYMENT • FARM & NATURE • FINANCE

EmPLOymENT Employment Opportunity Community Education Part-Time Faculty

Rock Valley College Community Education offers non-credit courses for hobby, leisure, and development. Courses do not earn credit toward college degrees and are not transferable. We are seeking part-time adjunct faculty who are interested in sharing their expertise with members of our community. Individuals with skills in the following areas are encouraged to propose new classes for our program. art • Crafts & Hobbies • Fitness • Home & Garden • Language • Personal development • Recreation & Sports • Communications • dance Health/Wellness • image • Literature • Pets & animals • Travel • Cooking • Finance • History • Etiquette • music • Photography • Writing To print new class proposal materials, visit RockValleyCollege.edu/Community/CPE/cpe-faculty-recruitment.cfm or contact Community Education, Rock Valley College, 3301 N. Mulford Rd., Rockford, IL 61114 phone (815) 921-3900

FaRm & NaTuRE Seasonal Constellations & Stars (Adult) Attention experienced and amateur astronomers! Cassiopeia, Draco, Ursa Major – these bright North Polar constellations can be seen with the unaided eye in clear night skies. Depending upon the season, they are joined by other constellations such as Pegasus, Auriga, Orion, Bootes and asterisms such as the Summer Triangle and Winter Hexagon. Go back to ancient days to explore the mystery and mythology that surrounds these celestial figures created by bright stars and the imaginations of people long ago. Designed for students who have not taken astronomy before, or those wanting a better understanding of the constellations. INCLUDES classroom time and outside observation (weather permitting) on the RVC grounds. BRiNG: own telescope (optional); use of telescopes provided. Dress appropriately for weather. ENV 800 RV3 Walter Trentadue 7/8-7/29 T 7:00-9:00 pm RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$54 4 Sessions Room 0202

How To use a Telescope (Adult) This course is designed for beginning amateur astronomers, who wish to learn not only how to choose a telescope, but to also use it to locate various objects in the sky, form the moon and planets, to deep sky objects and distant galaxies. Unfortunately, many have found it difficult to use their telescope, and subsequently banished it to a basement or garage. This is an opportunity to dust off that old telescope (or assist you with your new one), and learn how to easily locate those objects you have always wanted to see. This is a “hands on” course, where you will learn basic concepts in the classroom, and then put those concepts to use outdoors, underneath the stars. Bringing your own telescope is encouraged. ENV 800 RV4 Walter Trentadue $54 7/10-7/31 Th 7:00-9:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0202

Count your Chickens (Adult) Curious about starting a small flock of chickens? In this workshop, we’ll address all you need to know before you get your birds: feeding, health, breeds, coops, protection from predators, year-round care, eggs, raising chicks and more. Whether you’re in an urban or a rural area, you’ll leave with the information you need in order to decide whether to starting raising your own flock of backyard birds. GaN 817 BE6 angelic Staff $45 7/26 Sa 9:00 am-Noon 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

Farm dreams: assessing Risks & Resources to Start a Small Farm or market Garden (Adult) Have you ever dreamed of starting your own sustainable farm? In this interactive workshop, we’ll learn about types of sustainable farming careers in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, take part in a series of self-assessments, and be better prepared to decide whether to pursue a farming business. We’ll hear about regional training opportunities through the Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT), university extensions, small business development centers, and others. Includes a presentation of farming enterprises, a tour of Angelic Organics farm, and an opportunity to ask questions about the development of successful local farms. Taught by Sheri Doyel, Facilitator of Stateline Farm Beginnings. GaN 817 BE7 angelic Staff $60 8/9 Sa 1:00-5:00 pm 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

Horse management for First Time Owners (Adult) Thinking about leasing or buying a horse for the first time? Gain the knowledge and resources to turn your investment into a fun, safe, and aff ordable venture. Topics include: selecting a horse, feeding, housing, basic veterinary care, riding, showing and selling. No prior horse knowledge required; ample time for equestrian questions to be answered!. aNi 809 RV amira al-Basha 7/12-8/2 Sa 2:00-3:00 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

aNGELiC ORGaNiCS LEaRNiNG CENTER helps people build local food systems. The Learning Center offers opportunities to grow healthy food, connect with farmers and the land, learn agriculture and leadership skills, and gain a better quality of life. For information or to get involved, visit www.LearnGrowConnect. org. Call (815) 389-8455 for directions.

$39 4 Sessions Room 210

introduction to Seed Saving (Adult) Take your garden to the next level by learning to save seeds from your best fruits, vegetables and flowers. At this workshop, you’ll learn the basics about saving your own seed from a variety of crops and get hands-on-experience saving tomato seeds for next season. GaN 817 BE11 angelic Staff $45 8/23 Sa 9:00 am-12:30 pm 1 Session Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

FiNaNCE aNTONiO “TONy” FiLiPPONE, RFC is a Speaker, consultant, and Author of Financial Planning For The Not Yet Wealthy . Mr. Filippone has been featured on WIFR TV 23 News as well as on the cover of The Register (an International magazine for Financial Advisors). You may have also heard Antonio interviewed on Live at Five with Dean Ervin and Mortgage Talk on WNTA 1440 News Talk Radio. Come hear the facts not theory– strategies designed to work.

Will you Ever Be able to Retire? (Adult) Revealed…the SECRETS that the Bank, Credit Card companies and the IRS aren’t telling you. Pay off a 30-year mortgage in 1/2 the time without making any additional payments. Why is it you are better off with MORE debt? Learn a better way to pay your debts using the money you already use to pay your bills. Once you master these basic principals you will be on your way to having the retirement of your dreams. Questions? Contact the instructor at (815) 633-9595 or e-mail at tony@rockfordretirement.com. FREE autographed copy of Tony’s book on Financial Planning to the first 10 students who register! FiN 806 RV antonio Filippone, RFC $32 6/26 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Student Center Room 1222

Simple Secrets to maximize your Social Security Benefits (Adult) Should you start early? Is it smarter to delay until age 70? Recent economic events makes Social Security Benefits more important than ever to Americans. Couples and Singles will learn little-known claiming strategies that could make a huge difference in their retirement Income. We will discuss, how benefits are calculated and easy ways to increase them, will Social Security be there for you?, how you may be able to avoid paying taxes on Social Security, and how to make smarter choices to get more Social Security Income. When and how you elect Social Security benefits is a major financial decision so sign up now to get the facts! FiN 806 RV2 antonio Filippone, RFC $32 7/17 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Physical Education Ctr Room 0110

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

Required for all classes! Please register early to reserve your place in the class and avoid cancellation. Every effort will be made to notify registrants if a class has been canceled. However, it is your responsibility to update your address and phone number with our Records Office.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

FITNESS • HEALTH & NUTRITION

FiTNESS Tai CHi Are you looking for a way to reduce stress and improve your fitness? Tai Chi provides all of the cardiovascular, muscular, and flexibility benefits of traditional exercise formats, without the impact on joints and stress on the heart. Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi is an effective exercise for health of mind and body. It can be easy to learn and soon delivers its health benefits. For many, it continues as a lifetime journey. Almost anyone can learn Tai Chi’s postures and slow movements that are easily modified.

“Tai Chi classes have made me much more aware of each movement I make and the positioning/alignment between my knees and my toes. I was having knee pain before the classes and discovered that my positioning had been wrenching my knees. I plan to continue practicing Tai Chi into the future to reap the benefits.” — Nicki Carter

SuE miCHaELSEN welcomes students of all ages and physical diff erences to her classes. She’s earned Tai Chi and Chi Kung Teaching Certification from top expert Medical Doctors and Masters of Healing Arts in China, USA and Canada. Teaching since 1999, she has advanced training in injury prevention and assisting sports performance.

Tai Chi (Beginners) FiT 800 BLL2 6/9-7/28 Bell School Rd. Ctr FiT 800 BLL7 6/14-8/9 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/5 FiT 800 BLL4 6/12-8/7 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/3

Sue michaelsen M 10:45-11:45 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Sue michaelsen Sa 10:05-11:05 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$68 8 Sessions Room 013 $68 8 Sessions Room 013

Sue michaelsen Th 5:30-6:30 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$68 8 Sessions Room 013

FiTNESS ZONE has been owned and operated by KEViN and BRENda BuRNS since 1994. Convenience, affordability and quality are the main goal. Along with the Burns’, all instructors take pride instructing their students to get the most out of their class and to keep everyone healthy and active. For detailed information call the Fitness Zone at (815) 624-7663.

Floor, Core & more

Tai Chi for Back Strength, Better Health, memory & Balance (HS-Adult) SIT or STAND to learn. FiT 800 BLL3 Sue michaelsen 6/9-7/28 M 11:50 am-12:50 pm Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$64 8 Sessions Room 013

(Adult) A class designed to build strength not only in your core muscles, but in the entire body! Pilates added with the use of dumbbells, resist balls, resistance tubing and more. Once registered with RVC call Fitness Zone. FiT 812 FZ2 6/10-8/12 Fitness Zone

Fitness Zone Staff $60 T 8:30-9:30 am 10 Sessions 807 Progressive Ln., S. Beloit

Tai Chi (advanced)

Train with the Trainer

(HS-Adult) PREREQuiSiTE: Chi Kung and Tai Chi All Levels. FiT 800 BLL Sue michaelsen $68 6/9-7/28 M 9:40-10:40 am 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

(Adult) This one hour high intensity weight room workout includes interval cardio sessions along with weight training on the machines and doing free weights. Train along with Brenda, Exercise Specialist and owner of Fitness Zone. Once registered with RVC call Fitness Zone.

Tai Chi (all Levels)

FiT 812 FZ4 6/12-8/14 Fitness Zone

FiT 800 BLL5 6/12-8/7 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/3 FiT 800 BLL6 6/14-8/9 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/5

Sue michaelsen Th 6:30-7:30 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$68 8 Sessions Room 013

Sue michaelsen Sa 9:05-10:05 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$68 8 Sessions Room 013

Chi Kung, Chinese medicine Help for you (HS-Adult) Relax while learning to release stress and muscle tension in your mind and body. Instructor is Certifi ed Chi Kung Instructor and Licensed Massage Therapist. BRiNG: blanket, pillow and wear comfortable clothes. FiT 800 BLL8 Sue michaelsen $25 6/21 Sa 1:00-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

Fitness Zone Staff $80 Th 8:30-9:30 am 10 Sessions 807 Progressive Ln., S. Beloit

Pilates Plus! (Adult) Strengthen your core muscles and then some with a combination of Pilates and yoga exercises. End off with 10 minutes of flexibility training. From beginning to advanced—All levels are welcome. FiT 812 FZ3 6/14-8/16 Fitness Zone

Fitness Zone Staff $60 Sa 8:30-9:30 am 10 Sessions 807 Progressive Ln., S. Beloit

HEaLTH & NuTRiTiON RiCHaRd GuBBE, Reiki Master, has been teaching the Usui System of Reiki Healing since 1985, has instructed more than 2,600 students and 400 Reiki Master Teachers nation.

Preventative Health, & Organic Living (Adult) Prevent Cancer and the reoccurrence of cancer. Prevent the intake of toxins and pollutants in your body. Help eliminate obesity and learn more effective methods to lose weight. Learn to eat better food. Learn how to live, breathe and cook in a safe and healthy environment. Learn more effective exercises. Learn about the energy within you and around you. Learn how to use herbs and complementary medicine to maintain proper health. Preventative Health & Living will provide insight into maintaining a healthy and productive lifestyle. The world is changing and so are we. The key to good health in this decade is to focus on more modern and advanced prevention techniques as well as learning tried-and-true methods of the past. Primary prevention helps avoid the development of a disease. Using proper health techniques as primary preventive measures can lead to a disease-free existence and a balanced life. Get ahead and stay ahead with knowledge you can use. Topics for this one-day seminar include: • Today’s nutrition tips • Manuals provided • Organic farming • Meditation and visualization • Eff ects of supplements and herbal remedies • Holistic therapies in a clinical setting • The best ways to stay physically active and stay alive HLT 815 BLL8 8/9 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Richard Gubbe $32 Sa 1:00-4:30 pm 1 Session 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

LANGUAGE, LITERATURE & WRITING

LANGUAGE, LITERATURE & WRITING Spanish for Culture-Level I

German: Strategies for Self-Study in the Social Media Age

(HS-Adult) After taking this class students will be anxious to visit Latin American countries and Mexico. Students will take great pleasure in talking Spanish with people of Spanish countries and Hispanics living in the USA. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. LAN 800 BLL 6/14-8/9 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/5

(HS-Adult) Develop effective self-study skills in the age of social media and online community oriented learning as a lens for learning German. Using these tools to engrain a robust and readily available base of vocabulary and simple sentence structure examples will establish a frame work to supplement more traditional methods for learning German’s sometimes labyrinthine grammar rules. The primary goal of this class is providing useful insight on the mechanics, vocab, and simple applications to students at different levels of German.

Walter Gutierrez $73 Sa 9:00-11:00 am 8 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

Spanish for Culture-Level II (HS-Adult) This class is a continuation of Spanish for Culture Level I and will give students language skills to use while doing business and traveling in the Spanish speaking world. PREREQUISITE: Spanish for Culture-Level I or equivalent experience. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore.

LAN 808 RV Joseph Rhein 6/10-8/19 T 6:00-7:30 pm RVC Classroom Bldg II NO CLASS 7/1

LAN 800 BLL2 6/14-8/9 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/5

Rick Wholey earned a BA in Asian Studies from Cornell University in 1970, majoring in Mandarin Chinese, and an MBA in International Finance from Syracuse University in 1976. He’s now retired after 34 years in international business. Positions included 19 years as Director of International Sourcing with Rockford Products Corporation, plus positions with UTC and Amerock. Has extensive experience with Chinese business opportunities and practices.

Walter Gutierrez $73 Sa 11:30 am-1:30 pm 8 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

JUDITH BARRERA TULIAN was born in Cordoba, Argentina. Highlights of her career include being a Professor of Native Argentinean Dances for Children, teacher of folkloric Mexican Dances, and Professor, Superior Level of Argentinean Dances. Memberships include Aconcagua Artistic Ballet, Argentina (1974-1976) and Huehuecoyotl Ballet, Mexican Dances, Elgin Community College (1999-2002).

Intensive Spanish For EveryoneLevels I & II (Adult) Enjoy learning basic Spanish in this intensive 24 hour course. We will start with the alphabet, then learn Spanish pronunciations, sounds and names of the letters, simple phrases, verbs, and conjugations of the verbs. These tools will be applied to learn how to write a paragraph and the ability to start conversations. This class is for beginners. FOR 021 RV Judith Barrera-Tulian $165 6/2-6/26 MTTh 6:00-8:00 pm 12 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0202

CHRISTINE SWANBERG’S books of poetry include; The Alleluia Tree, Who Walks Among The Trees With Charity, The Red Lacquer Room, and Invisible String. Her poetry appears in anthologies such as Still Going Strong, I Am Becoming The Woman I’ve Wanted, Key West, Anthology, and in journals such as The Beloit Poetry Journal, Spoon River Quarterly, and Out of Line. She lives in Rockford, Illinois, where she has given many residencies in writing after a 35-year teaching career.

Celebrate Summer Through Writing (Adult) Summer offers pleasures of every sort: travel, gardening, swimming, walking, looking at the stars, going to the lake--just to name a few. Come celebrate summer by writing about a special summer event in your life. Or, just make something up! Short memoir, journal, fiction, and poetry will be included in this workshop with Christine Swanberg. Christine will share work about summer and the inspirations and strategies that created them. Questions and answers will be encouraged. COM 815 WSP 6/28 Womanspace

Christine Swanberg’s Sa 1:00-5:00 pm 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

$35 1 Session

Chinese I (1 Credit) Increase your marketability! In this era of globalization, communicate with more than half of the worlds population by learning the world’s new second language, Chinese. Focus will be on communicative skills. Course will introduce Chinese Mandarin tones, Pinyin, basic Chinese grammar, vocabulary, and characters. No prerequisite required, although Intro to Chinese would be helpful. Purchase text from RVC Bookstore prior to first class. 20 CPDU’s. FOR 043 RV Richard Wholey $135 7/22-8/21 TTh 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 121

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$99 10 Sessions Room 229

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MARTIAL ARTS & SELF DEFENSE

maRTiaL aRTS & SELF dEFENSE Ha’S TaE KWON dO, Kum dO, and yaNG SENG studio helps students gain wisdom and health through individualized martial arts classes. Master Ha is highly recognized for his continued contributions in the martial arts and carries a strong set of credentials. Ha is Founder, T.K.D. Children Personality Development Association, U.S. National Collegiate Taekwondo Team Head Coach (2009), and Commissioner of USA Taekwondo Martial Arts Commission. He was a professor in the Korea Third Military Academy as well as an Education Training Offi cer in the Korea Armed Forces Athletic Corps and Director of the World Taekwondo Research Society. He has been recently awarded with the U.S.A. Presidential Physical Fitness Award for his outstanding contribution to and achievement in the world of USA Tae kwon do (2009).

NO JOKE maRTiaL aRTS is the alternative to the “traditional gym” and “martial arts school” and off ers Boxing, Kick boxing, Grappling and Mixed Martial Arts for kids and adults. Training is offered at all levels from the fitness novice to the professional fighter. Everyone is welcome at No Joke Martial Arts.

Family Tae Kwon Program

FiT 812 NJ2 No Joke Staff $48 Call (815) 986-5425 to schedule day/times 6 Sessions No Joke Martial Arts 6358 Daytona Dr., Loves Park

(All ages welcome) Tae kwondo is a bare-handed military art form and sport that uses the hands and feet for attack and defense. Tae kwondo trains the body, but also focuses on development of the mind. The objective of learning Taekwondo is to foster growth in both body and mind through skill building and etiquette lessons that aid in building courage, confidence and self-esteem. Tae kwondo is a wonderful exercise for children who are still growing as well as a good way for adults to increase their physical endurance. Tae kwondo’s movements require extensive use of the joints, which increases the limberness of one’s body and aids young children in the development of coordination. Our classes emphasize the tenants which are an integral part of Tae kwondo: Build Confidence, Learn Self Defense, Improve Concentration, Increase Self-discipline, Develop the, “Yes I Can!” Master Ha has developed these programs with the knowledge of how children process information and is the author of the first and only book on methods for teaching young students the art of Taekwondo. Once registered with RVC call Ha’s Studio. FiT 805 Ha Ha’s Studio Staff Call (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/times. Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Studio 4150 N. Perryville Rd.

$99 16 Sessions Loves Park

Kick Boxing Conditioning (Adult) For the novice to advanced, kick boxing/fitness enthusiast. Classes combine aerobic exercise with realistic self defense techniques. Boxing gloves and hand wraps are strongly suggested and can be purchased at class. Once registered with RVC call No Joke Martial Arts.

Fitness Boxing For men & Women (Adult) Learn basic punches, slips and counters being taught by experienced boxing trainers. Have fun learning a healthy way to vent anger and frustration, while punching your way to fitness goals. Once registered with RVC call No Joke Martial Arts. FiT 812 NJ3 No Joke Staff $48 Call (815) 986-5425 to schedule day/times 6 Sessions No Joke Martial Arts 6358 Daytona Dr., Loves Park

Submission Grappling (Adult) Based on the techniques derived from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we will practice all the defense of and correct execution of chokes, arm bars, and other submission moves necessary to prepare for a Mixed Martial Arts bout, submission grappling tournament or self defense. FiT 812 NJ4 No Joke Staff $48 Call (815) 986-5425 to schedule day/times 6 Sessions No Joke Martial Arts 6358 Daytona Dr., Loves Park

Kum do (Ages 10 and Up) Kum Do (The Way of the Sword) is an authentic Korean sword technique. This course places an emphasis on self discipline, strength, and fl exibility. Kum Do is a sword art that is almost 2000 years old and was used by the ancient Korean armies. You will learn the honorable way of ancient Korean warriors. The beginning student will be taught techniques and styles in specific stages as he/she progresses through the various ranks of colored belts. Students who repeat the class will be taught new and different techniques each semester. Once registered with RVC call Ha’s Studio. FiT 805 Ha2 Ha’s Studio Staff $99 Call (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Studio 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park

RVC BOOKSTORE

Student Center, Ground Level rvc.bncollege.com or (815) 921-1680. For spring hours and to order or view used and new textbooks, visit us online at www.whywaitforbooks.com.

dR. JuSTiN RamZa is a 2nd degree black belt Aikido and is an instructor at Rockford Aikikai Aikido.

aikido: martial art of Balance (Adult) The defensive martial art of Aikido is based on the sword and short staff. It is a modern art from Japan with the focus of balance, control of one’s center line, and the shifting of posture to take control of another’s center line. In some manner, Aikido is similar to Judo, jui-jitsu and tai chi, as it involves no punching or kicking, no sport competition, and rank is optional. It is open to any male or female aged 18 and up, who can perform the basic movements of sliding forward, pivoting, and turning about. Those considering Aikido are encouraged to visit the aikido web page www.aikidorocks.com to see videos of this style of Aikido, and discern if this art might be of interest. WEaR: T-shirt and sweat pants, Karate or other martial art uniform. Call Ramza Club for further details (815) 988-9885. FiT 805 RC 6/1-7/14 Ramza Club

Justin Ramza $20 MW 7:00-8:30 pm 10 Sessions Sa 10:30 am-Noon 71 Spring Brook Rd.

ELiTE dEFENSE was founded by maTTHEW J NumRiCH. Mr. Numrich was certified as one of only a handful of Full Instructor of Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and the Filipino Martial Arts by Sifu Paul Vunak (under Guru Dan Inosanto). He also holds only 1 of 48 Certified Executive Instructor positions under Progressive Fighting Systems. His passion is using the martial arts to increase qualities of his students lives.

adult Self-defense (Adult Co-ed) There are FIVE areas of self-defense you have to know. Do you know what they are? This class goes beyond “sport” martial arts and gives you what traditional arts can’t. Don’t limit yourself to one art or style, get the knowledge you need, while getting a great workout! We will teach any adult how to defend themselves in a variety of real life altercations. No experience needed. Once registered with RVC call Elite. HLT 811 EdS2 Elite defense Systems $28 Call (815) 885-4758 to schedule day/times 4 Sessions Elite Defense Systems 5695 Strathmoor Dr., Unit 2

Women’s Self-defense: 7 Self-defense moves Every Woman Needs to Know (Adult) Female participants learn seven easy and extremely effective self-defense tools they can use to escape from bigger and stronger opponents. Know what to do if someone grabs you from behind, tackles you down to the ground or assaults you with a weapon. Once registered with RVC call Elite. HLT 811 EdS Elite defense Systems $11 Call (815) 885-4758 to schedule day/times 1 Session Elite Defense Systems 5695 Strathmoor Dr., Unit 2

MIND & BODY

MIND & BODY RICHARD GUBBE, Reiki Master, has been teaching the Usui System of Reiki Healing since 1985 and has instructed more than 2,600 students and 400 Reiki Master Teachers nationwide.

The Energy Healing of Reiki I (Adult) Newly updated! Hands-on training sessions where you will use white light energy to heal yourself and others. This energy healing system is used in hospitals and other clinical settings as an effective technique to heal the body after suffering trauma and before and after surgery. Reiki has been found to be successful for pain relief, cancer treatment and is also used in hospice settings. You will mobilize the same White Light Energy healing that is used in hospitals and medical clinics throughout the world. Reiki, Japanese for “Light Energy,” accelerates the body’s healing process and provides physical and spiritual healing, relaxation and stress relief, along with personal growth and awareness. You will have all the necessary steps to become an energy healer and be attuned to Universal Life Energy that comes from ancient Tibet. General public as well as those in nursing, massage therapy and other healing arts welcome. Reiki I certificates awarded and honored worldwide. HLT 815 BLL3 Richard Gubbe $74 6/21-6/28 Sa 1:00-4:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 815 BLL4 Richard Gubbe $74 6/9-6/16 M 6:00-9:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002 HLT 815 BLL5 Richard Gubbe $74 8/5-8/12 T 6:00-9:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

The Energy Healing of Reiki II (Adult) Ancient Healing Symbols and Visualization in Healing covered in this advanced class. The use of light energy along with visualization, chakras and color therapy are explored. You will discover how powerful ancient symbols and intent are used to amplify the healing process and how to send White Light Energy treatments anywhere. Experience further personal growth and awareness through intensified Reiki training. Reiki II certificates awarded and honored worldwide. Bring: a notebook and dress casually. PREREQUISITE: The Energy Healing of Reiki Techniques of Distance Energy Healing, HLT 815 BLL6 Richard Gubbe $149 8/7-8/14 Th 6:00-9:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

Reiki Share (Adult) Designed for Reiki students who have completed the first level of Reiki training. Weekly sessions allow Reiki practitioners to work on members of the general public as well as themselves. You will experience the use of providing Reiki treatments in a clinical healing setting. Perform 20-minute treatments in small groups on massage tables in a quiet setting. No appointments are needed and no fees are charged for members of the public. You will receive a Reiki Attunement from 25-year Reiki Master Richard Gubbe and a certificate of service. HLT 815 BLL Richard Gubbe $22 6/4-8/27 W 6:00-9:00 pm 12 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 NO CLASS 7/2

Sound Therapy with Tibetan Singing Bowls (Adult) Tibetan Singing Bowls are a type of instrument used for healing and meditation. Also known as Himalayan Sound Bowls, Tibetan Singing Bowls are considered a type of bell, long used by Buddhist monks in meditation. When played, Tibetan singing bowls vibrate and produce a deep, rich tone. These vibrations are thought to produce beneficial changes within your body, which can reduce stress, harmonize your cells, and balance your body’s energy system. For hundreds of years, the use of specific pure tones from antique healing bowls made in the Himalayan region help us heal faster, meditate at a higher level and grow spiritually. The vibration and sound at the right frequencies from high-grade bowls can accelerate the healing process through our Chakras. Each of the seven physical Chakras benefits from specific notes from antique healing bowls. This fascinating use of healing bowls can be felt instantly. Students will be able to play antique, collection-quality bowls and bells that are hundreds of years old in this one-day seminar. HLT 815 BLL2 8/2 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Richard Gubbe $34 Sa 1:00-4:00 pm 1 Session 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

(Adult) Harness your hidden talents and unique gifts through tangible actions that bring you closer to living your ideal life. With greater clarity, energy, and excitement, you can evolve into the life you truly want to live and build a better world for all. PSY 800 CTC Dr. Cindy Stear $30 6/10 T 6:30-8:00 pm 1 Session Connections Therapy Center 5334 Williams Dr., Roscoe

JEAN KATHRYN CARLSON, MA, is a dream worker, an EFT Practitioner, and co-author of Catch Your Star. She has been tuning into her dreams for over 30 years and has experienced first hand the power of dreams to change lives. Jean Kathryn is a certified Law of Attraction Life Coach, certified DreamGroup Facilitator through the Marin Institute for Projective Dream Work, and an EFT Practitioner.

Tapping Into the Wisdom of Your Dreams (Adult) Every night our dreams come to us with messages about what is going on in our waking lives. Often they bring up unresolved emotional content that is ready to be released. Through the synergistic combination of Emotional Freedom Technique, or Tapping, and Projective DreamWork, we can clear the emotions and connect with the deeper meaning of the dream. This workshop is for people who are curious about their dreams and open to a new powerful approach to DreamWork. No previous work with dreams or Tapping is necessary. Come join our dream circle and let your dreams amaze you!

DR. SHANTI HULSEBUS practices NUCCA Chiropractic and is a graduate of Life Chiropractic College West in Hayward, California. She has studied and worked globally as a volunteer, and moved to Illinois recently to join her husband, Dr. Kyle Hulsebus, in family practice.

(Adult) Live a full life with prosperity and stable relationships. Negative beliefs with a lack of visualization skills keep us from achieving our dreams and reaching full potential. Use “Conceptualize, Visualize & Realize” and “The Prosperity Wheel” to challenge old, negative beliefs. Learn exciting techniques to get what you want in life! HLT 815 BLL7 Richard Gubbe $39 7/22-7/29 T 6:30-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003

(HS-Adult) Spend a special date learning to pamper your loved one’s neck, shoulders, back and more from a licensed Massage Therapist. Students remain clothed. Bring: sheets, blanket and pillow to make chairs comfortable for you. HLT 818 BLL Sue Michaelsen $36/person 6/21 Sa 3:30-6:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013

Enlivenment

PSY 800 WSP2 Jean Kathryn Carlson, MA $25 6/24 T 6:30-8:30 pm 1 Session Womanspace 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

Visualization & Meditation

Massage For Couples

Connections Therapy Center is made of an entire team committed to meeting your needs using a mind-body-spirit approach. Dr. Cindy Stear has extensive, specialized training in treatment of abuse, pediatric issues, and health psychology for a range of medical issues including chronic pain, wellness psychology for freedom from smoking, weight loss/maintenance and sports performance.

Experience Past Life Regression

Women’s Solstice Camp Out (Adult) Join Womanspace and Angelic Organics Learning Center for a unique solstice retreat on the farm. We’ll practice yoga, make simple meals with organic food harvested fresh from the farm, enjoy a meditation session with other like-minded women, and share stories around the campfire. Bring your own tent and gear. GAN 817 BE2 Angelic Staff $65 6/21-6/22 SaSu 11:00 am-Noon 2 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Ctr 1547 Rockton Rd., Caledonia

(Adult) Are past lives real? Experience your own past lives and discover for yourself why certain people and places hold special meaning in your current life. Past-life regression hypnosis allows you to visit other times and other places to find answers to questions you’ve always had. Experience past-life regression in a supportive setting. PSY 800 RV3 Dr. Shanti Hulsebus 6/4 W 7:00-9:00 pm RVC Student Center

$32 1 Session Room 1222

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MUSIC

MUSIC PIANO WITH INGER LANGSHOLT

Piano Classes for CURRENT (Experienced) Students

INGER LANGSHOLT is a well-respected private instruction piano teacher, instrumental in developing community piano lessons in a group setting at Rock Valley College. Inger’s teaching style and classes are best described by one of her adult students: “She taught me (to play the piano) as a child. This is an easy, laid-back approach for the beginner. The student enjoys it!”

Adult Beginning Piano for Adults II & III

TO REGISTER: • Choose appropriate age/skill level: attend the first class. • Register and pay at first class (check only please). • A piano or keyboard with standard size keys needed for home preparation of assignments. • Dates/times and class level assignments subject to change at instructor’s discretion.

(Adult) Classes designed for students who have previously attended piano classes or have past experience.

PREREQUISITE: Adult Beginning Piano I or II or private instruction. (Ages 16-Adult) Inger Lansholt 6/10-8/19 T 7:45-8:45 pm RVC Building G

Adult Piano VI & VII (Ages 16-Adult) Inger Lansholt 6/9-8/18 M 6:45-7:45 pm RVC Building G

Piano Classes for NEW (in- Adult Piano VII (Ages 16-Adult) Inger Lansholt experienced) Students

6/10-8/19 T 10:00-11:00 am RVC Building G

Classes designed for beginning level students. No experience required!

Beginning Piano for Adults (Ages 16-Adult) Inger Lansholt 6/10-8/19 T 6:45-7:45 pm RVC Building G

$97 11 Sessions Piano Lab

‘Tweeners Piano for New Teens (Ages 12-14) Inger Langsholt 6/11-8/6 W 4:30-5:45 pm RVC Building G

$97 11 Sessions Piano Lab

$88 11 Sessions Piano Lab

$101 11 Sessions Piano Lab

‘Tweeners Piano for Continuing Teens (Ages 12-14) Inger Langsholt 6/9-8/11 M 5:15-6:45 pm RVC Building G

$101 10 Sessions Piano Lab

$90 9 Sessions Piano Lab

Blues Guitar (Beginning) (HS-Adult) Covers the basics of blues and how it has evolved throughout the century. Conquer simple scales and cords while gaining an understanding of form. Play rhythms, play melody and accompaniment in different keys while understanding basics of music theory. Instruction includes music notation, sight-reading and ensemble playing with detailed instruction on technique by physical example and printed materials. No experience required. Bring electric, acoustic or bass guitar to class. Class may be repeated with new songs each semester. MUS 802 RV Ted Stavrou $91 6/5-8/14 Th 6:00-7:30 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 227 NO CLASS 7/3

Blues Guitar (Intermediate) (HS-Adult) This course is a continuation of Blues Guitar (Beginning). Continue to learn a variety of techniques to add interest and excitement to your guitar playing, and expanded instruction for music notation, sight-reading and ensemble playing. Call, Ted Stavrou at (717) 491-4245 if you have any questions. PREREQUISITE: Blues Guitar (Beginning) or instructor consent. MUS 802 RV2 Ted Stavrou $91 6/5-8/14 Th 7:30-9:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 227 NO CLASS 7/3

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (Ages 13 & Up) Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar. Required materials fee of $29 will be collected in class by the instructor for workbook and practice DVD. Topics include: • How chords work in a song • How to form the three main types of chords • How to tune your guitar • Basic strumming patterns • How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) • How to play along with simple tunes See DUAL REGISTRATION OFFER below. MUS 800 BLL3 6/26 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Craig Coffman Th 6:30-9:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$40 1 Session Room 002

PETS • PHOTOGRAPHY

PETS

PHOTOGRaPHy

adVENTuRE SaFaRi NETWORK, is the leading provider of photographic workshops in the Chicagoland area, and conducts frequent photo safaris in local and international venues. The Chicago Photo Safaris Foundation sponsors the popular ‘Camera for Kids’ Program, and also supports area conservation and sustainable programs.

Basic digital Photography (HS-Adult) This action packed three week class will show you how to create and care for interesting digital photos! We will cover the basics of digital photography. You will learn elements of exposure control, photographing people, close-up, action and low-light photography. We will also spend time on the ‘how to’ of sharing images and storing your photos. Bring your camera and gain the confidence you need to take great photos time and again! *Required for Photography Certificate of Completion. PHO 802 RV 7/2-7/16 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Compassionate Cat & dog Grooming (Adult) Leave pets at home for this class. Introduction to correct use of grooming tools for cat or dog, and how to gently encourage pet cooperation for bathing and styling. Class includes demonstration from Certified Instructors with over 50+ years of combined experience. aNi 803 PP Jean Estes ¶ Sue michaelsen $45 6/21 Sa 1:30-4:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

adventure Safari Network $109 W 6:00-8:30 pm 3 Sessions Room 129

Photoshop Elements (HS-Adult) Photoshop and Photoshop Elements are programs that can take a lifetime to learn. But there are fundamental elements and some “tricks of the trade: that make this program extremely valuable to your photography. Once these basics are built, the rest of the program will be easier to learn. These hands-on classes will get you on track to be productive today, and introduce the tools you need to move to the next level in your photography. PHO 802 BLL 6/13-6/27 Bell School Rd. Ctr

adventure Safari Network $129 F 6:00-8:30 pm 3 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

Nik Software (HS-Adult) Bring your laptop and learn how to make professional edits quickly. We will download trial versions on to your computer in class, and you will learn simplified advanced editing techniques. This class will make good images even more stunning. Some experience with Photoshop or Photoshop Elements is desired. BRING: Laptop. PHO 802 SCCE 7/8-7/15 RVC Classroom Bldg II

adventure Safari Network $69 T 6:00-8:30 pm 2 Sessions Room 221B

Photography Certificate of Completion (HS-Adult) This program will prepare you to develop your skills to start making money from your photography or to simply take your personal photography to the next level. The staff at Adventure Safari Network will teach you the secrets of making your own great images. These instructors teach, conduct worldwide safaris and help others live the dream of making a difference in Photography. Required classes for the Certificate of Completion include Basic Digital Photography, Digital Photography II, Developing Your Portfolio, and Photoshop Elements. There are many other electives that will allow you to explore a variety of topics that best fit your personal goals and objectives. You will discuss your personal objectives for photography, and put together a portfolio for approval as your final Certificate project. Classes can be taken individually even if a certificate is not your path. Different classes have different capacity limits and any type of camera is acceptable. Required for Photography Certificate of Completion Core Classes. Required 26 hours. • Basic Digital Photography • Digital Photography II • Developing Your Portfolio • Photoshop Elements Electives (PREREQuiSiTE: Basic Digital Photography) Choose any combination for a total of 11 electives or safaris that fit your goals and interests. Electives and safari offerings vary by semester. Portfolio Submission Requirements: Best photos from each completed class must be submitted in a portfolio for approval, prior to receiving a Certificate of Completion in Digital Photography. Any type of camera is acceptable, with an SLR providing best results. Completion includes $10 voucher for any future CE class. For more detailed information, call (815) 921-3900 or visit the RVC website at RockValleyCollege.edu. PHO 800 CERT adventure Safari Network $20 (does not include cost of individual classes)

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TECHNOLOGY MIKE CROPPER teaches a variety of digital media courses at Rockford Christian School. He spearheads numerous graphic design projects and advocates for student participation so that they gain hands-on experience in real-world scenarios. He develops curriculum for digital media educators as well as training video’s for digital art enthusiasts.

Web Security: Keeping Kids Safe Online (Adult) Parents – be informed on how to regulate your child’s access to the internet! As a high school teacher I am in the unique position to observe child behavior toward technology. We will review methods used by children to avoid parental supervision as well as statistical trends and dangers of the internet. Learn how to apply low-tech strategies, use their portable devices, customize their browser settings, take advantage of their operating system parental controls, monitor social media activity and ultimately make your parental life much less worrisome. Receive a detailed handout with visuals on how to monitor and control your child’s access to the internet. BRING: phone, Ipod, or tablet if desired. FOR ANDROID/WINDOWS: TEC 800 RV2 Mike Cropper $32 7/15 T 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 210 FOR iOS: TEC 800 RV Mike Cropper $32 7/17 Th 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 210

TECHNOLOGY • TRAVEL • YOGA

TRAVEL Surprise Safari (Adult) This is going to be fun. Period. The Adventure Safari Network has arranged for three days of sightseeing, education, nature, and culture... and that all adds up to a pretty rewarding excursion! The trip is designed for all adult ages. Take a chance and have some fun! Transportation, hotel, two breakfasts, and an extra-special surprise are all included. SPC 806 TRP2 Adventure Safaris Network $390 7/11-7/13 FSaSu 1 Session Depart from Stenstrom 4151 Samuelson Rd. @ 8:00 am on Friday, 7/11

YOGA TAMMIE CICIURA has been teaching yoga since 2002. A member of Yoga Alliance, she holds a 200 hour level certification from The Temple of Kriya Yoga, Chicago. She attends seminars and conferences annually for further inspiration.

Energizing Hatha Yoga (Adult) Learn a variety of poses and sequences to establish your roots and open your heart. Discover balance between strength and flexibility. Instruction focuses on aligning the body to liberate and maximize physiological and psychological well-being. Learn to rejuvenate yourself and recover the serenity that naturally dwells within you. Note: Do not start yoga if you are pregnant. FIT 806 RV Tammie Cuciura $60 6/11-7/30 W 9:00-10:30 am 8 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 013 Keri Knutson began practicing yoga in 1999. Her journey has included studying the history, lineage, philosophy, and systems of Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Iyengar, and Bikram yoga, focusing on Vinyasa Flow to deepen her own practice. She currently teaches Vinyasa Flow and all level Hatha Yoga.

Therapeutic Yoga

International Travel Workshop: Planning Your Trip to the Holy Land (Adult) This workshop will address a variety of issues associated with International Travel. These include obtaining passports/ visas, securing immunizations, dressing for your destination, packing well, dealing with foreign currencies, dietary issues in ethnic cultures, staying in touch using cell phones/Skype, general safety issues and more! Always wanted to go to the Holy Land? An important focus of this workshop will be on planning a faith-based trip to the land of the Bible. We will consider the most trusted and economical travel options currently available today. This workshop is ideal for individuals or groups seeking to organize a Holy Land trip for their church or Christian organization. This workshop will be led by Robert Walker and Rick Meier, both with extensive travel experience to over 20 countries (and back!). SPC 806 RV Robert Walker $10 7/21 M 7:00-8:30 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 117

Graphic Design (Ages 13-18) Learn to combine technology and art in this hands-on class, with an emphasis on the introduction of a career in Graphic Design. Learn digital software to create art and edit photographs. In a typical session you will: • Learn techniques of modern and historical artists • Be introduced to the elements of art • Apply learned techniques • Learn how to design for digital products and printers • Learn new tools within the drawing/paint program • Take and edit photographs • Be given creative and fun assignments to complete in class BRING: Sketch pad, pencil, digital camera or phone, and flash drive. TEC 801 RV Mike Cropper $94 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 11:30 am-1:30 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 TEC 801 RV2 Mike Cropper $94 7/14-7/17 MTWTh 11:30 am-1:30 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152

Old Threshers Reunion (Adults and Families) This is truly a trip for the whole family. The Thresher’s Reunion in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, has multiple working exhibits of how life used to be, and these things won’t be around forever. You can drive a tractor, go to a horse pull, visit a one room schoolhouse, and see all the elements of a simpler time. Price includes transportation from the college, two nights lodging, admission to the grounds, and two breakfasts. You will be on your own for lunch and dinner. This safari will include optional educational presentations, and, as always, some Adventure Safari surprises. Come prepared for fun at the premiere threshing show of the nation. • Adult Registration: $390 per person • Kids (under age 18 with parents or grandparents): $95 per person SPC 806 TRP Adventure Safari Network $390 8/29-8/31 FSaSu 1 Session Depart from Stenstrom 4151 Samuelson Rd. @ 8:00 am on Friday, 8/29

(Adult) A particularly effective practice for those recovering from or living with injury, illness, or disease. This specialty yoga class blends restorative yoga (supported postures), chair yoga, gentle yoga, Pranayama (breath work), individualized attention through gentle hands-on adjustments and assists, and guided meditation techniques combined in such a way that it is an excellent choice for those who need something gentle yet effective. PSY 800 WSP 6/6-6/27 Womanspace

Keri Knutson $70 F 10:00-11:00 am 4 Sessions 3333 Maria Linden Dr. New Dimensions

Yoga for All Levels (Adult) Work at your own level. Beginners welcome. Gain flexibility and strength in a very relaxed environment. Deep breathing and deep relaxation will strengthen your body, calm your mind and is essential to good health. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and bring a towel or mat. Note: Do not start yoga if you are pregnant. BRING: Yoga mat. FIT 806 BLL7 6/4-7/30 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 6/18 or 7/16

Raeann Austin W 5:00-6:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$47 7 Sessions Room 013

Yoga by Mary (Adult) This basic Yoga class is great for beginners and advanced. Enjoy flexibility and strength at its best! FIT 806 FZ 6/10-8/14 Fitness Zone

Fitness Zone Staff $60 T or Th 5:45-6:45 pm 10 Sessions 807 Progressive Ln., S. Beloit

Challenging minds since 1980! Building on our strong academics, Rock Valley College Whiz Kids provides youth with a variety of educational enrichment opportunities.

CONTENTS Whiz Kids At-A-Glance..............19-21 Art ................................................22-23 Cooking ...................................... 23-24 Crafts & Hobbies ..................... 24-25 Dance .................................................25 Down on the Farm ..........................26 Language ..........................................26 Legos ..................................................27 Martial Arts ................................27-28 Nature ................................................28 Piano...................................................29 Reading, Writing & Math .......29-30 Science & Technology.............30-33 Sports & Recreation .......................33 StrengthFinder ................................33

We began in the summer of 1980, when community leader Jon Lundin, (then RVC’s Director of Continuing Education), established Whiz Kids College. While originally conceived as a summer “college” for students with high academic abilities, Rock Valley College Whiz Kids quickly widened its programming to include any youth with a zest for learning. Rock Valley College Whiz Kids classes are designed to: • Explore subjects more in depth • Challenge students to learn new material through critical and creative thinking • Off er opportunities for students to become acquainted with others who have similar academic interests • Provide a supportive environment where students “learn by doing” • Off er a variety of instructional methods to stimulate and challenge students Students have fun using their imaginations, perfecting their talents, and gaining confidence in academic areas. Parents like Rock Valley College Whiz Kids because it provides a positive and stimulating environment for their children. We like it because we enjoy the kids and love to see learning in action! SPECIAL NEEDS: The College is committed to providing an accessible and supportive learning environment for all Whiz Kids students. To help us meet this goal, at least three weeks in advance of the beginning of a Whiz Kids class or Eagle Academic Camp, call the RVC Community & Continuing Education offi ce at (815) 9213900. Notification of any disabilities or conditions requiring special accommodations or attention will allow the College to determine reasonable accommodations which can be made. For adult students, call the RVC Disability Support Services Office at (815) 921-2356. Offi ce Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

WHIZ KIDS AT-A-GLANCE

AT-A-GLANCE STaRTiNG WEEK OF JuNE 2 dayS F S

STaRT TimE CLaSS 11:00 am Introductory Arabic 9:00 am Sewing

STaRTiNG WEEK OF JuNE 9

aGE SuBJECT 10-13 Language 9-Adult Crafts and Hobbies

dayS MTW M M MTWTh MTWTh TW T T T T W W Th Th Th Th S S

STaRT TimE 9:00 am 2:45 pm 4:00 pm 8:30 am 12:00 pm 9:45 am 7:00 pm 5:15 pm 11:15 am 4:00 pm 2:00 pm 3:16 pm 9:15 am 12:15 pm 10:30 am 4:15 pm 9:00 am 10:30 am

CLaSS Fun With Farm Animals Preparatory Piano II & III Elementary Piano I Legos Legos Activity Gym Youth Anti Bullying & Safety Elementary Piano II & III Preparatory Piano I Elementary Piano I Preparatory Piano I Elementary Piano II Elementary Piano II, III, IV Elementary Piano III & IV Preparatory Piano I Tai Chi/Kung Fu Math Fact Improvement Decimals Fractions Percentage

aGE 4-7 5-8 9-12 5-17 5-17 2-4 4-12 9-12 4-7 9-12 4-7 9-12 9-12 9-12 4-7 5-14 6-11 6-11

SuBJECT Farm Piano Piano Legos Legos Sports & Recreation Martial Arts Piano Piano Piano Piano Piano Piano Piano Piano Martial Arts Read, Write & Math Read, Write & Math

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STARTING WEEK OF JUNE 16 Days Start Time MTWThF 9:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 9:30 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWTh 10:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWThF 9:00 am MTWTh 8:30 am MTWTh 12:00 pm MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 10:15 am MTWTh 10:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 11:30 am TWTh 9:00 am T 1:00 pm W 10:00 am Th 10:00 am S 9:30 am S 11:00 am

Class Age Creative Minds Create Camp 6-9 Handbuilding With Clay 6-9 Whiz Kids Cook! 8-15 Cake & Dessert Decorating 6-10 Dinosaurs 8-12 Farm Leadership Camp 12-15 Science Fun With 6-11 Everyday Things Junior Astrophysicists 8-11 Legos 5-17 Legos 5-17 Digital Art for Kids 6-8 Digital Art 9-12 Writing Workshop 8-12 Let’s Write a Story 6-11 Books Alive 5-7 Graphic Design (Beginning) 13-18 Nature Play for Little Kids 4-6 Escape to Burpee: 9-12 Paleontology Books & Beasties: Lions 4-5 Burpee Adventurers: 6-8 Becoming a Paleontologist It’s Elementary My Dear 3-6 Make an Impression 7-10

STARTING WEEK OF JUNE 30 Subject Art Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Farm Science & Tech

Class Age Creative Minds Create Camp 6-9 Flower & Plant Drawing 6-12 Adventures in Drawing 6-12 Weaving Designs 8-13 Knitting & Crafts Camp 8-14 Southwest American Clay 8-13 Ballet Themed Dance Camps 3-6 Amazing Farm Animals 6-12 Chinese Is Fun 5-13 Can You Make It Fly 6-11 Be an Earth Detective 6-10 Legos 5-17 Legos 5-17 Reading Around the Solar Sys. 8-10 Camp Peek Into Creek 7-11 Escape to Burpee: 9-12 Extreme Weather Books & Beasties: Turtles 4-5 Baby, You’re a Star! 8-12

Class Age Wax On, Wax Off 7-12 Escape to Burpee: 9-12 Beneath Our Feet Books & Beasties: Foxes 4-5 Burpee Adventurers: 6-8 Explosions

Subject Art Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Tech

STARTING WEEK OF JULY 7 Science & Tech Legos Legos Science & Tech Science & Tech Read, Write & Math Read, Write & Math Read, Write & Math Science & Tech Farm Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Tech Art Art

STARTING WEEK OF JUNE 23 Days Start Time MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 11:00 am MTWThF 9:30 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 9:30 am MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 8:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 am MTWTh 8:30 am MTWTh 12:00 pm MTWTh 9:00 am TWTh 9:00 am T 1:00 pm W 10:00 am S 9:30 am

Days Start Time T 10:00 am T 1:00 pm W 10:00 am Th 10:00 am

Subject Art Art Art Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Crafts and Hobbies Dance Farm Language Science & Tech Science & Tech Legos Legos Read, Write & Math Farm Science & Tech Science & Tech Art

Days Start Time MTWThF 9:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 9:30 am MW 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWThF 9:00 am MTW 9:00 am MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 12:45 pm MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWThF 9:00 am MTWTh 12:00 pm MTWTh 8:30 am T 1:00 pm TWTh 9:00 am WTh 9:00 am W 10:00 am Th 10:00 am

Class Age Must Love Clay 6-9 Clay Sculptures 8-13 Whiz Kids Cook! 8-15 Adult/Child Cake Decorating 5-12 Crafts & Cooking Club 5-12 Pioneer Day Camp 6-12 Young Pioneer Day Camp 4-7 Follow Me Robot 7-12 Model Airplanes- 7-12 Bridge Building Can You Make It Fly 6-11 Science Fun With 6-11 Everyday Things Seeing Is Believing 8-11 Legos 5-17 Legos 5-17 Escape to Burpee: 9-12 Down by the River Development Workshop: 10-14 Strength Grandparents & Kids Camp 5-12 Books & Beasties: Owls 4-5 Burpee Adventurers: River Stor 6-8

Subject Art Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Farm Farm Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Tech Legos Legos Science & Tech Sports & Recreation Farm Science & Tech Science & Tech

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

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STARTING WEEK OF JULY 14

STARTING WEEK OF JULY 28

Days Start Time MTWThF 10:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 8:00 am MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 12:45 pm MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWTh 8:30 am MTWTh 12:00 pm MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 10:15 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 11:30 am T 1:00 pm W 1:00 pm W 9:00 am W 10:00 am Th 10:00 am S 10:30 am S 9:00 am

Days Start Time MTWT F 9:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWThF 9:30 am MTWThF 12:00 pm MTWThF 9:00 am T 1:00 pm W 10:00 am Th 10:00 am

Class Age Subject Summer Art Camp 7-12 Art Pee Wee Picasso 6-8 Art Crafts & Cooking Club 5-12 Crafts & Hobbies Farm Adv. Day Camp 9-12 Farm Playing With Your Food 6-8 Farm Chinese Is Fun 5-13 Language Harry Potter- 6-11 Science & Tech Join Our Magical Tour Egyptian Dig 6-11 Science & Tech Be an Earth Detective 6-10 Science & Tech Can You Make It Fly 6-11 Science & Tech Legos 5-17 Legos Legos 5-17 Legos Digital Art 6-8 Science & Tech Digital Art 9-12 Science & Tech Books Alive 5-7 Read, Write & Math Graphic Design (Beginning) 13-18 Science & Tech Escape to Burpee: Snakes-Alive 9-12 Science & Tech Totally Tie Dye Workshop 8 & Up Crafts & Hobbies Fancy Food Decorating 8-13 Crafts & Hobbies Books & Beasties: Lizards 4-5 Science & Tech Burpee Adventurers: Sss Snakes 6-8 Science & Tech Time & Money 6-11 Read, Write & Math All Ages Artshop: Under 9 Art Build a Fairyhouse w/ Parent

Class Age Make a Mask Camp 10-16 Drawing for Kids 8-13 Ballet Themed Dance Camps 3-6 All About Dance Camp 8-12 Young Chefs Day Camp 6-12 Escape to Burpee: 9-12 The Scoop on Poop Books & Beasties: Snakes 4-5 Burpee Adventurers: 6-8 Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Treasures-Rocks & Minerals

Subject Crafts & Hobbies Art Dance Dance Farm Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Technology

STARTING WEEK OF AUGUST 4 Days Start Time MTWThF 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm MTWTh 9:00 am MTWThF 10:00 am MTWThF 9:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 1:00 pm T 1:00 pm W 10:00 am Th 10:00 am

Class Age Painting Made Easy Camp 9-15 Make Your Own Picture Book 7-13 Acrylic Painting 4-8 Art Through the Ages 7-12 Farm Camp Age 6-12 Pullback Racecar Frenzy 6-8 Pullback Racecar Frenzy 9-13 Escape to Burpee: Dinomania 9-12 Books & Beasties: Raccoons 4-5 Burpee Adventurers: 6-8 Digging Dinos

Subject Art Crafts & Hobbies Art Art Farm Legos Legos Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Tech

STARTING WEEK OF AUGUST 11 STARTING WEEK OF JULY 21 Days Start Time MTWThF 9:00 am MTWThF 1:00 pm MTWTh 9:00 am MTWTh 9:00 am MTWThF 9:00 am MTWTh 8:30 am MTWTh 12:00 pm MTWTh 9:00 am T 1:00 pm W 10:00 am Th 10:00 am S 9:30 am

Class Age Emerging Artists Camp 6-12 Must Love Clay Camp 6-9 Handbuilding With Clay 6-9 Crafts & Cooking 5-12 Amazing Farm Animals 6-12 Legos 5-17 Legos 5-17 Reading Around the 8-10 Solar System Escape to Burpee: 9-12 Amazing Arthropods Books & Beasties: Deer 4-5 Burpee Adventurers: 6-8 Insects & Spiders & Crawfish OH MY! How Illuminating! 8-12

Subject Art Art Crafts & Hobbies Crafts & Hobbies Farm Legos Legos Read, Write & Math Science & Tech Science & Tech Science & Tech Art

Days MTWThF MTWThF MTWThF MTW

Start Time 9:30 am 12:00 pm 9:30 am 9:00 am

Class Age Ballet Themed Dance Camps 3-6 Dance All Day Camp 8-12 Dance Sport! 6-10 Fun With Farm Animals 4-7

Subject Dance Dance Dance Farm

ART

ART JENNIFER HILLISTAD, has been teaching her popular art classes at RVC, since 1996. Her fun-filled classes allow students to explore their imaginations and discover how much fun it is to create art. Working in the Information Technology field for Pecatonica School district.

Creative minds Create Camp

KaTHy LyON earned her Master of Fine Arts degree and is nearing completion of her Masters in Teaching. Since 1991 she has been a teacher within the Rockford Public Schools.

Pee Wee Picasso (Ages 6-8) Young children will explore through hands on activities the use of clay, paint, drawing, glue, cutting and creativity. Kids should have lots of fun using art materials. Come join us! WiZ 801 RV5 7/14-7/17 RVC Classroom II

Kathy Lyon $63 MTWTh 9:00-10:30 am 4 Sessions Room G23

drawing for Kids (Ages 8-13) Everyone can draw and have fun doing it. Learn to “see” and draw things as they really are. We will explore a variety of techniques, drawing materials and interesting subjects to enhance your drawing skills. It’ll be fun, you’ll “see”!! Bring a pencil, markers, scissors, and a large pad of paper to class. Other supplies provided. Wear play clothes as we may get messy. WiZ 801 RV7 7/28-7/31 RVC Classroom II

(Ages 5-9) Love art classes? Keep your imagination fl owing with this fun-filled summer camp. We will explore a variety of materials to draw, paint, sculpt, design, and more! Wear old clothes to class because we will definitely get messy and have fun doing it! WiZ 801 BLL3 6/16-6/20 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Hillistad $131 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

WiZ 801 BLL5 6/23-6/27 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Hillistad $131 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Emerging artist Camp (Ages 6-12) This camp is designed to enhance your interest in art and creativity. You will explore a variety of materials and techniques to discover your hidden talents. New projects every day will bring out the artist in you. The only thing you need to bring to camp is your unique imagination! WiZ 801 BLL2 7/21-7/25 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Hillistad $131 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Kathy Lyon $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Room G23

acrylic Painting (Ages 8-13) Students will use the three primary colors plus black and white to mix their own secondary colors. The student’s paintings will include landscapes, still life, and abstract work. WiZ 801 RV9 8/4-8/7 RVC Classroom II

Kathy Lyon $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Room G23

NORm KNOTT is a recycling artist and works with themes and images from Buddhism, kitsch, and collections of nostalgia and American culture. He enjoys preserving the past in color and textures that soar as visionary, or dive deep into metaphor. Norm has extensively exhibited his work locally, nationally and also has international patrons.

all ages artshop: Build a Fairy House (Children-Adult, under age 9 with parent) Join in this annual event as Norm provides you with ideas and some materials to create an amazing Fairy House in the Womanspace Forest. This is just in time for the Fairy Festival on July 26th where hundreds of young boys and girls (and adults) journey through the woods hunting for and admiring these creative and fun fairy homes! Come play in our gardens and woods and use natural materials you will find on our grounds and/or bring your own all-natural materials to create a comfortable abode for our forest fairies (e.g. leaves, shells, rocks, stones, pet hair, nut shells, feathers, exotic branches.) BRiNG: your camera, plus gloves, hiking shoes, long sleeves and pants for protection from the forest. aRT 805 WSP 7/19 Womanspace

Norm Knott Sa 9:00 am-Noon 3333 Maria Linden Dr.

$25 1 Session

make a mask Camp (Ages 10-16) This new camp will be awesome cool! People have been wearing masks for centuries and are still a part of many cultures and occasions today! You will form and decorated a mask using paper mache. A variety of embellishments, like paint, beads, glitter, feathers, and ribbon are just a few examples of what will be provided to transform your simple mask into an incredible and unique wearable work of art! WiZ 801 BLL 7/28-8/1 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Hillistad $131 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Painting made Easy Camp (Ages 9-15) You will experiment with a variety of materials and mediums to create awesome 2D and 3D painted works of art. Make sure you wear OLD clothes to class and prepare for some messy summer fun! Bring 2 prepared canvases to class on the first day 10x10 or larger. WiZ 801 BLL7 8/4-8/8 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Hillistad $131 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

miKE CROPPER teaches a variety of digital media courses at Rockford Christian School. He spearheads numerous graphic design projects and advocates for student participation so that they gain hands-on experience in real-world scenarios. He develops curriculum for digital media educators as well as training video’s for digital art enthusiasts.

digital art Learn how to combine technology and art in this hands-on class. Introduce yourself to the career of Graphic Design, while learning techniques of famous artists and how they relate to the Elements of Art. Create your own masterpieces using a variety of online programs and software. In a typical session you will : • Learn techniques of historical artists • Be introduced to an element of art • Apply learned techniques • Learn an online drawing/paint program • Be given creative and fun assignments to complete in class BRING: Sketch pad and pencil to class. (Ages 6-8) WiZ 820 RV mike Cropper $56 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 9:00-10:00 am 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 WiZ 820 RV2 mike Cropper $56 7/14-7/17 MTWTh 9:00-10:00 am 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 (Ages 9-12) WiZ 820 RV4 mike Cropper 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 10:15-11:15 am RVC Woodward Technology Ctr WiZ 820 RV3 mike Cropper 7/14-7/17 MTWTh 10:15-11:15 am RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$56 4 Sessions Room 152 $56 4 Sessions Room 152

Graphic design (Ages 13-18) Learn to combine technology and art in this hands-on class, with an emphasis on the introduction of a career in Graphic Design. Learn digital software to create art and edit photographs. In a typical session you will: • Learn techniques of modern and historical artists • Be introduced to the elements of art • Apply learned techniques • Learn how to design for digital products and printers • Learn new tools within the drawing/paint program • Take and edit photographs • Be given creative and fun assignments to complete in class BRING: Sketch pad, pencil, digital camera or phone, and flash drive. TEC 801 RV mike Cropper $94 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 11:30 am-1:30 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 TEC 801 RV2 mike Cropper $94 7/14-7/17 MTWTh 11:30 am-1:30 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

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ROCKFORd aRT muSEum, a Partner in Excellence of the Illinois Art Museum enriches the quality of life in the Rockford region through visual arts programs of collection, exhibition and education. Located inside Riverfront Museum Park for the Arts and Sciences (a Rockford Park District facility), RAM offers 17,000 square feet of exhibition space within it’s three galleries. For more information log onto: www.rockfordartmuseum.org.

Flowers and Plant drawing for Kids

Summer art Camp

(Ages 6-12) The art of drawing plants and flowers is almost as old as the history of art itself. Learn how to draw beautiful bouquets with easy to follow step-by-step instructions using pencil, charcoal, and pastel. From daffodils to daisies, poppies to pansies, see your artwork blossom!

(Ages 7-12) Fun and learning go hand-in-hand in this fun filled summer art camp. Experiment with a variety of mediums including clay, drawing, painting and collage. All ability levels welcome – we will enjoy creating memorable masterpieces! All supplies included.

it’s Elementary, my dear!

adventures in drawing

(Ages 3-6) Kids love art! This beginning class introduces children to the elements of art: shapes, color & texture. Explore these elements through drawing, painting, and other media. Learn how to incorporate each technique into your own masterpiece! Each child must be accompanied by an adult (register child only). All supplies included.

(Ages 6-12) Learn to draw or improve your drawing skills.. Work with different materials, including drawing pencils, colored pencils, charcoal and pastels. Subjects for drawings come from the imagination and from real objects too! All supplies included.

WiZ 801 Ram2 6/21-7/19 Rockford Art Museum NO CLASS 7/5

Kara Rehfeldt Sa 9:30-10:30 am 711 N. Main St.

$45 4 Sessions Studio A

Baby, you’re a Star! (Ages 8-12) Celebrate yourself in this exciting class! Collage, paint, and embellish large stars, then add personal tokens and embellishments that will remind you that we’re all “stars”! Bring copies of personal photos and other trinkets to use if desired. All other supplies included. WiZ 801 Ram3 6/28 Rockford Art Museum

Norm Knott Sa 9:30-Noon 711 N. Main St.

WiZ 801 Ram4 6/23-6/27 Rockford Art Museum

WiZ 801 Ram6 6/23-6/27 Rockford Art Museum

Lew Riley $45 MTWThF 11:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 711 N. Main St. Studio C

Lew Riley $55 MTWThF 9:30-10:30 am 5 Sessions 711 N. Main St. Studio C

Wax On, Wax Off (Ages 7-12) Discover the ancient and ‘lost art’ of Encaustic painting. Using modern, simplified techniques, create your own unique embossed metal and colored wax design. Have fun and let your creativity shine as you melt and move colored wax to form a one of a kind work of art. All supplies will be included WiZ 801 Ram9 7/1 Rockford Art Museum

Ram Staff T 10:00 am-Noon 711 N. Main St.

$25 1 Session Art Annex

make an impression (Ages 7-10) Utilize a variety of media to explore the group of Impressionist Artists that include Claude Monet, Edgar Degas and George Seurat, to name a few. Their style of art considers the impact of light as it creates an explosion of color and movement, and will serve to inspire the creative process . All supplies included. WiZ 801 Ram5 6/21-7/19 Rockford Art Museum NO CLASS 7/5

Kara Rehfeldt Sa 11:00-Noon 711 N. Main St.

$45 4 Sessions Studio A

COOKING CHEF diaNa KRamER, founder of TaSTy TidBiTS graduated from the Culinary Business Academy, is a Certified Personal Chef, Premier Member of the United States Personal Chef Association, has ServSafe Certification and is a Registered Nurse who has extensively researched and obtained educational credits in food allergies, special diets, nutrition & safety. She been cooking and entertaining since she was 12 years old. aL GRaCE aPPLiaNCE Culinary Corner Kitchen partnered with Whirlpool to build a first class kitchen featuring state of the art appliances at the 811 W. Riverside Blvd. location. It is the home of Chef Diana of Tasty Tidbits and plays a vital role for her classes.

Whiz Kids Cook (Ages 8-15) Does your child enjoy being in the kitchen or watching the Food Channel? Bring them in to learn all about cooking! Basic kitchen safety, reading recipes, cooking/baking utensils, measuring, pots & pans, knife skills demo and closely supervised individual knife lesson on care, cutting & cleaning (with signed waiver prior to first class only). Each day will have a new lesson and new foods that we will prepare and serve for lunch. Take home packet with everything learned, recipes and helpful information to use at home. NOTE: Chef Diana must be notifi ed of food allergies 1 week prior to class. WiZ 803 aG 6/16-6/19 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $175 MTWTh 9:30 am-12:30 pm 4 Sessions 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

WiZ 803 aG2 7/7-7/10 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits $175 MTWTh 9:30 am-12:30 pm 4 Sessions 811 W. Riverside Blvd. Kitchen

WiZ 801 Ram7 7/14-7/18 Rockford Art Museum

Ram Staff $55 MTWThF 10:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 711 N. Main St. Art Annex

How illuminating! (Ages 8-12) Take an everyday object like a plastic container and turn it into something beautiful outdoor votive! Work with local artist Norm Knott to design the outside of your votive with a variety of materials including markers, beads, wire, and “jewels.” Add an LED tea light, and you’ve got a handmade votive, perfect for an outdoor patio. All supplies included. WiZ 801 Ram8 7/26 Rockford Art Museum

Norm Knott Sa 9:30 am-Noon 711 N. Main St.

$25 1 Session Art Annex

art Through the ages (Ages 7-12) From the cave paintings of Lascaux to the art of Pablo Picasso, discover more about art and artists from the past to the present. Create your own masterpieces using similar styles and techniques while experimenting with a variety of art materials. All supplies included. WiZ 804 Ram 8/4-8/8 Rockford Art Museum

Ram Staff $55 MTWThF 10:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 711 N. Main St. Art Annex

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JENNIFER TILFORD has been teaching Whiz Kids classes since 1988. She has been a teacher in the Rockford Public Schools since 1986. Mrs. Tilford is a graduate of Rock Valley College and Rockford College. She earned her Master’s Degree from National Louis University.

KIM SHRADER has been teaching Whiz Kids classes in Pecatonica since 1997. She has a Master’s Degree in Spanish Language and Literature. Incorporating songs, games and fun, she spreads her love of learning in other areas such as: photography, cooking, crafts, calligraphy, scrapbooking, outdoor activities and exploration as well as imaginative play.

Crafts & Cooking Club (Ages 5-12) All activities and projects!!! Have fun and learn too as you create hands-on creative craft and cooking creations! You will follow step-by-step recipes and directions to create mouth watering treats and craft projects you will love showing off to your friends and family. (Do not wait to sign up, as this class fills up quickly.)

Fancy Food decorating Workshop

WiZ 804 BLL 7/7-7/10 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Tilford MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$108 4 Sessions Room 004

KATHY MOE, has been teaching with Wilton Decorating classes since 1989, teaching everything from cookie bouquets to advanced cake decoration. The newest classes have been fondant and advanced gum paste flowers.

WiZ 804 BLL2 7/14-7/17 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Tilford MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$108 4 Sessions Room 004

Cake & dessert decorating

WiZ 804 BLL3 7/21-7/24 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Jennifer Tilford $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

(Ages 8-13) Students will learn borders, the proper way to hold a pastry bag, designs with frosting and more! Put all your new skills to the test as you frost and decorate cakes, cookies and other foods to eat in class or take home. WiZ 803 RV Kim Shrader $52 7/16 W 9:00-11:00 am 1 Session RVC Classroom II Room G22

Playing with your Food day Camp

(Ages 6-10) Learn to decorate cookies, brownies, cakes and more, using butter cream icing, fondant or candy decoration. You will take home fun treats to “WOW” your family. WiZ 803 RV2 Kathy moe $81 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 9:00-11:30 am 4 Sessions RVC Classroom II Room G24

(Ages 6-8) Explore the whole farm from the creek to the barnyard, playing games along the way. On the farm, ice cream starts in the hay fields, the sprinkler is truly awesome, and your friends have four legs as well as two! BRING: sack lunch and snacks daily. WiZ 809 BE7 angelic Staff $225 7/14-7/18 MTWThF 9:00 am-3:00 pm 5 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

adult/Child Cake decoration

young Chefs day Camp

(Parent/Grandparent & Child ages 5-12) Help your child or grandchild learn to decorate cakes while learning too! Basic borders and decorations for beautiful cakes. BRING: 1 Discovering Cake Decorating Student Kit, 1 container Wilton Decorator Icing, and 10 plain non-iced cookies. Complete supply list and recipes given at 1st class. Purchase supplies at Michaels, Hobby Lobby, or Sweet Pans Shoppe. Includes book. Register child only. WiZ 803 RV3 Kathy moe $81 7/7-7/16 MW 9:00-11:30 am 4 Sessions RVC Classroom II Room G24

(Ages 6-12) This is the perfect day camp for your aspiring chef. At this cooking camp for kids, we’ll harvest fresh food from the farm, then create culinary treats to chow down on. This day camp’s activities even include Veggie Idol, a special farm version of the TV show. Plus, it’s a fun way to introduce your kids to healthy new foods and skills. Bring your appetites, your imaginations, and let’s get ready to cook! BRING: lunch and snacks daily. WiZ 809 BE9 angelic Staff $225 7/28-8/1 MTWThF 9:00 am-3:00 pm 5 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

CRAFTS & HOBBIES KaTHy LyON earned her Master of Fine Arts degree and is nearing completion of her Masters in Teaching. Since 1991 she has been a teacher within the Rockford Public Schools.

Weaving designs (Ages 8-13) Students will use patterns of Indian Nation peoples to create designed place mats using construction paper, paint, glue and scissors. All materials will be provided. This will be a fun class for historic investigation and interpretation. WiZ 801 RV3 Kathy Lyon $78 6/23-6/26 MTWTh 1:00-3:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Classroom II Room G23

Southwest american Clay (Ages 8-13) This is a hands on course exploring pots made by our First Nation’s Peoples of our Southwest. Resources will be literature illustrating this pottery. The students will make their own pieces using the coil construction technique. They will decorate each pot using significant symbols of their own lives, just as the First Peoples Tribes also used symbols important to their existence. Students can pick up their art pieces a week after class is over. WiZ 804 RV Kathy Lyon $131 6/23-6/27 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions RVC Classroom II Room G23

Handbuilding with Clay

making your Own Picture Book

This is a fun for youngsters who like creativity with messy material. The teacher will give basic step by step instructions for clay building. Students will add their personal touches to make each piece very original. The handbuilding techniques of pinching, coiling and using slabs will be taught . Students will make small sculptures and utility objects . Color will be applied as well as clear glaze, then the pieces will be fi red in a kiln. Kids will be able to pick up the finished pieces within a week of the class ending. (Ages 6-9) WiZ 801 RV Kathy Lyon $108 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions RVC Classroom II Room G23 (Ages 8-13) WiZ 801 RV6 Kathy Lyon $108 7/21-7/24 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions RVC Classroom II Room G23

(Ages 7-13) Students will imagine a story, write and illustrate a book. Materials will be watercolors, acrylic paints, markers and pencils. Kids will use their brains and make lots of creative choices.

Clay Sculptures (Ages 8-13) Make clay animals of your choice! Make anything that’s not useful. Make a toy, tell a story, just not a plate, mug vase or a bowl. Have some fun with clay. Learn how to keep clay pieces from breaking before they even get the firing kiln. We will paint and glaze your art work, put it in the kiln and fi re them. Kids will get them back in a week. WiZ 801 RV4 7/7-7/10 RVC Classroom II

Kathy Lyon $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Room G23

WiZ 801 RV8 8/4-8/7 RVC Classroom II

Kathy Lyon MTWTh 1:00-3:00 pm

$78 4 Sessions Room G23

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

CRAFTS & HOBBIES Continued • DANCE

KRISTEN STREY knows Whiz Kids. As a child, she participated in the classes and eventually became her Mom’s (Elizabeth Strey) assistant. Following in mom Elizabeth’s footsteps, she now leads her own classroom–bringing game show atmosphere to the educational setting. After many years of scholastic competitions, Kristin founded her own business in 2007, Apex Questions, where she creates, formats and edits questions in a variety of scholastically approved formats. Kristin holds a B.A. in English and is an assistant Scholastic Bowl coach at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy.

Knitting and Crafts Camp (Ages 8-14) Learn how to knit in a variety of styles! Cast on, cast off, knit, and purl while creating a variety of useful crafts. Bring one pair of size 9 knitting needles and a ball of colorful yarn to the first day of class. WiZ 804 BLL4 6/23-6/26 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Kristin Strey MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$108 4 Sessions Room 007

ELIZABETH STREY, has been a Whiz Kids instructor since 1988. Her classes are designed to help children develop background information for topics that interest them, while having fun at the same time! Elizabeth teaches second grade in the Rockford Public Schools.

dinosaurs (Ages 8-12) Construct a Boxasaurus! Bring your ideas along with packing boxes, shoe boxes, tubes, and one roll of plain colored duct tape to the first class to help the project get underway! By the end of the week, you will have your very own dinosaur to take home for a pet! WiZ 804 BLL5 6/16-6/19 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Kristen Strey & Elizabeth Strey $101 MTWTh 1:00-3:00 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

JENNIFER HILLISTAD, has been teaching her popular art classes at RVC, since 1996. Her fun-filled classes allow students to explore their imaginations and discover how much fun it is to create art. Working in the Information Technology field for Pecatonica School district.

must Love Clay

As a ceramic artist, THIS is my favorite art class to teach! I love clay and so will you! Clay is messy, fun, and forgiving. You can make just about anything using clay. I will teach you all the basic hand building techniques you need to begin your journey into a lifelong love of the art medium. Let’s get dirty and make some art! Old clothes are a MUST for this camp. (Ages 6-9) WiZ 801 BLL4 Jennifer Hillistad $131 7/7-7/11 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 (Ages 10-16) WiZ 801 BLL6 Jennifer Hillistad $131 7/21-7/25 MTWThF 1:00-4:00 pm 5 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 KIM SHRADER has been teaching Whiz Kids classes in Pecatonica since 1997. She has a Master’s Degree in Spanish Language and Literature. Incorporating songs, games and fun, she spreads her love of learning in other areas such as: photography, cooking, crafts, calligraphy, scrapbooking, outdoor activities and exploration as well as imaginative play.

Totally Tie-dye Workshop (Ages 8 & Up) Want to learn how to create totally groovy tie-dye? We’ll practice creating the same effects seen at street fairs and rock concerts! You may bring your own 100% white cotton t-shirts or other all cotton items for decorating. Bandanas and pillow cases will be provided. WiZ 801 RV2 Kim Shrader $52 7/16 W 1:00-3:00 pm 1 Session RVC Classroom II Room G23

DANCE ROCKFORd daNCE COmPaNy, in the Riverfront Museum Park, is resident ballet company of the Coronado Theater. The school instills poise, confidence, integrity for ages three to senior citizens in genres such as ballet, modern, tap, jazz, hip hop, yoga, and Gyrokinesis. The Junior Company and various outreach programs interact with the greater community to educate others about the benefits of dance.

Ballet Themed dance Camps (Ages 3-6) Young dancers will experience the joy of dance through the famous story ballet The Nutcracker! Ballet, folk, and creative dance movements are combined with games, crafts, and select dance media! Dancers will make their own tiara (or crown) and get to perform a special Nutcracker dance at the end of the week. Girls should wear a leotard, tights and ballet shoes. Boys should wear comfortable play clothes and ballet slippers or non-slip socks. Please provide a healthy snack for your dancer each day. Dew Drop Camp (Ages 3-4) Snow Fairy Camp (Ages 3-4) Clara Camp (Ages 3-4) Sugar Plum Camp (Ages 5-6) WiZ 805 RdC Rockford dance $75 6/23-6/27 MTWThF 9:30 -11:30 am 5 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. Studio

Cinderella Camp (Ages 3-4) Lilac Fairy Camp (Ages 3-4) Swan Lake Camp (Ages 5-6) Princess Aurora Camp (Ages 5-6) WiZ 805 RdC2 Rockford dance $75 7/28-8/1 MTWThF 9:30 -11:30 am 5 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. Studio Angelina Ballerina Camp (Ages 3-4) Little Mermaid Camp (Ages 3-4) Beauty and the Beast Camp (Ages 5-6) Alice in Wonderland Camp (Ages 5-6) WiZ 805 RdC3 Rockford dance $75 8/11-8/15 MTWThF 9:30 -11:30 am 5 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. Studio

dance Sport! (Boys Ages 6-10) A sports inspired, dance experience designed specifically for boys! Aerobic fitness, strengthening and stretching are built into the movement exercises drawn from familiar sports. Classes will be taught by a male instructor from the Rockford Dance Company. A final performance will be given at the end of the week. Boys should wear comfortable play clothes and ballet slippers or non-slip socks. BRING: a healthy snack for your dancer each day. WiZ 805 RdC6 Rockford dance $75 8/11-8/15 MTWThF 9:30 -11:30 am 5 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. Studio

maRy FOREmaN has been sewing since she was 13 years of age. During her tenure as Costumes Shop Supervisor for RVC Starlight and Studio Theatres, Mary began her teaching career. Also during this time, she has sewn for bridal parties ranging from 3 to 25 attendants, brides maids, and flower girls. Since 2002, she has led combined level classes (no experience to advanced sewing skills).

Sewing (Ages 9-Adult) Learn to sew simple garments and read and follow a pattern guide. You can use your own sewing machine or use one that is provided for you. Learn easy ways to hem, put in zippers, sleeves and much more by the end of the class. NOTE: For those adults who want to take this great class with your child/grandchild. Both adult and child must register (although strongly suggested, class does not require an adult to attend with child). First class, students will meet at classroom, then we’ll travel to local fabric store to make supply purchases. CaH 811 BLL 6/7-8/16 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/5

mary Foreman $136 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 10 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

all about dance! Camp (Ages 8-12) A week long exploration of various dance styles in a fun and creative environment! Dancers learn basic movements and terminology of ballet, modern, jazz and folk dance styles. This learning will culminate in the creation of a dance, costumes and sets for a mini performance at the end of the week. Girls should wear a leotard, tights and ballet shoes. Boys should wear comfortable play clothes and ballet slippers or non-slip socks. BRING: a healthy snack for your dancer each day. WiZ 805 RdC4 Rockford dance $125 7/28-8/1 MTWThF Noon -4:00 pm 5 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. Studio WiZ 805 RdC5 Rockford dance $125 8/11-8/15 MTWThF Noon -4:00 pm 5 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St. Studio

DOWN ON THE FARM • LANGUAGE

DOWN ON THE FARM LANGUAGE aNGELiC ORGaNiCS LEaRNiNG CENTER helps people build local food systems. The Learning Center offers opportunities to grow healthy food, connect with farmers and the land, learn agriculture and leadership skills, and gain a better quality of life. For information or to get involved, visit www.LearnGrowConnect. org. Call (815) 389-8455 for directions.

Fun with Farm animals (Ages 4-7) Get down & dirty with your favorite farm animals! Work in the barnyard, do chores alongside the crew, groom the horse, milk the goats, & learn all about the roles of our livestock on the farm through games & hands-on work. BRING: snack daily. WiZ 809 BE angelic Staff $80 6/9-6/11 MTW 9:00 am-Noon 3 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

Pioneer day Camp

Be a pioneer for a week! Care for the livestock, make pioneer style food and crafts, and take an adventure down to the creek. BRING: sack lunch and snacks daily. (Ages 6-12) WiZ 809 BE4 angelic Staff $225 7/7-7/11 MTWThF 9:00 am-3:00 pm 5 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia (Ages 4-7) WiZ 809 BE5 angelic Staff $80 7/7-7/9 MTW 9:00 am-Noon 3 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

Farm adventure day Camp

WiZ 809 BE11 angelic Staff $80 8/11-8/13 MTW 9:00 am-Noon 3 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

(Ages 9-12) Join us for an exciting week of farm challenges, including a building project, a quest in the farm’s woods, cooking from scratch, and an entrepreneurial venture. BRING: sack lunch and snacks daily.

Farm Leadership Camp

WiZ 809 BE6 angelic Staff $225 7/14-7/18 MTWThF 9:00 am-3:00 pm 5 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

(Ages 12-15) You are invited to this special week of farm day camp for young teens. We’ll do animal chores daily, work in the vegetable fields and learn to lead activities to engage younger students in the life of the farm. You’ll have the option to work as a staff helper with day camps later in the summer. iNCLudES: overnight camp out Wednesday night (ends at Noon on Thursday). BRING: sack lunch and snack daily, and dress to be in the farm environment. WiZ 809 BE2 angelic Staff $225 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 10:00 am-4:00 pm 4 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

amazing Farm animals day Camp (Ages 6-12) Get down & dirty with your favorite farm animals! Work in the barnyard, do chores alongside the crew, groom the horse, milk the goats, & learn all about the roles of our livestock on the farm through games & hands-on work. BRING: sack lunch and snacks daily. WiZ 809 BE3 angelic Staff $225 6/23-6/27 MTWThF 9:00 am-3:00 pm 5 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia WiZ 809 BE8 angelic Staff $225 7/21-7/25 MTWThF 9:00 am-3:00 pm 5 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

Farm Camp (Ages 6-12) Be a farmer for a week! Take care of our farm animals, do real work with the farm crew, learn about what makes our farm organic, and celebrate your harvest with food from the fields. This farm camp is especially for young farmers. BRING: lunch and hearty snack daily. WiZ 809 BE10 angelic Staff $225 8/4-8/8 MTWThF 9:00 am-3:00 pm 5 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

Old Threshers Reunion (Adults and Families) his is truly a trip for the whole family. The Thresher’s Reunion in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, has multiple working exhibits of how life used to be, and these things won’t be around forever. You can drive a tractor, go to a horse pull, visit a one room schoolhouse, and see all the elements of a simpler time. Price includes transportation from the college, two nights lodging, admission to the grounds, and two breakfasts. You will be on your own for lunch and dinner. This safari will include optional educational presentations, and, as always, some Adventure Safari surprises. Come prepared for fun at the premiere threshing show of the nation. NOTE: Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult on this trip. Adult Registration: $390 per person Kids (under age 18 with parents or grandparents): $95 per person SPC 811 TRP adventure Safari Network $95 8/29-8/31 FSaSu 1 Session Depart from Stenstrom Center 4151 Samuelson Rd. 8:00 am Friday 8/29

HaLa aLZuBi, teaches Arabic at Iqra School of Rockford, and is fluent in English and Arabic. Additionally, she has previously worked at the American Academy for Girls in Kuwait.

introductory arabic (Ages 10-13) Arabic is the 5th most common spoken language in the world. Learn to speak basic Arabic and engage in simple conversations. Introduction to the writing system in such a way that you will be able to read and write basic Arabic. Basic grammar will also be covered. WiZ 814 RV Hala alzubi 6/6-7/25 F 11:00 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr NO CLASS 7/4

$71 7 Sessions Room 210

RONG AIELLO is a native Chinese. She had a bachelor’s degree from a renowned university in China with a major in English Language and Literature. She taught English as a second language in a college in China for six years. She came to the U .S . in 2003, and has been teaching Chinese since. She has taught Chinese at Ray Chinese School and Language Stars Schools in Naperville, IL, and is now a middle and high school Chinese teacher at Rockford Christian Schools, Rockford, IL.

Chinese is Fun – a Summer Camp in Chinese (Ages 5-13) We will spend our 5 days together learning most important basic vocabulary and grammar in Chinese. This will be done through songs, skits, stories, games and lots of practice activities. Daily Language, calligraphy, singing & dancing, and arts & crafts classes. Students will be expected to actively participate in class and practice at home. NOTE: Students are welcome to register for both sessions; content of daily activities will not be the same both weeks. WiZ 814 BLL 6/23-6/27 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Rong aiello $168 MTWThF 8:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

WiZ 814 BLL2 7/14-7/18 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Rong aiello $168 MTWThF 8:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

LEGOS • MARTIAL ARTS

LEGOS KOEHLER FAMILY knows Legos. Jane began her career with us in 1998, and recently came out of retirement to teach alongside her husband (Joel), sons (Jake and Luke) and daughter (Kassy). She has taught school since 1986. Joel has taught Lego classes since 1982, and is known to turn students into “inventors” as they explore and build simple and real life machines. Jake started as a Whiz Kids student, quickly grew into the role of assisting his Dad, and then took over the classes for several years. This year, Kassy and Luke lead the Lego classes – and take on the challenge to show the kids (and their family) a thing or two about engineering! A true Lego family right here in Rockford!

Legos (Ages 5-17) Engineering and technological principles are presented as you become a LEGO inventor. Explore simple, real life machines and use the ideas to build similar machines from LEGOS. Create and build realistic, working models based on problem-solving situations. Appropriate ate for Level I and Level II students. Instructor will assign kits accordingly. NOTE: Students do not bring home Lego projects. WiZ 820 BLL3 6/9-6/12 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family MTWTh 8:30-11:30 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$129 4 Sessions Room 001

WiZ 820 BLL4 6/9-6/12 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family $129 MTWTh Noon-3:00 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

WiZ 820 BLL5 6/16-6/19 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family MTWTh 8:30-11:30 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$129 4 Sessions Room 001

WiZ 820 BLL6 6/16-6/19 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family $129 MTWTh Noon-3:00 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

WiZ 820 BLL7 6/23-6/26 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family MTWTh 8:30-11:30 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

WiZ 820 BLL8 6/23-6/26 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family $129 MTWTh Noon-3:00 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

WiZ 820 BLL9 7/7-7/10 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family MTWTh 8:30-11:30 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

WiZ 820 BLL10 7/7-7/10 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family $129 MTWTh Noon-3:00 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

WiZ 820 BLL11 7/14-7/17 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family MTWTh 8:30-11:30 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

WiZ 820 BLL12 7/14-7/17 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family $129 MTWTh Noon-3:00 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

WiZ 820 BLL13 7/21-7/24 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family MTWTh 8:30-11:30 am 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

WiZ 820 BLL14 7/21-7/24 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Koehler Family $129 MTWTh Noon-3:00 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

$129 4 Sessions Room 001

aLL aBOuT LEaRNiNG, headquartered in Sparta, Michigan; was founded in 2002 by Dave Stackpole. We are a leading provider of: Enrichment classes, After school programs, On-Site Field trips, and summer Enrichment camps for grades K-8. We bridge the gap between learning and fun, using Lego as our learning tool. Our programs provide hands on opportunities for students everywhere.

Pullback Racecar Frenzy (Ages 6-8 & 9-13) Pullback Car Frenzy is an enrichment course designed to stimulate problem solving and creativity using new and innovative ideas. This course is jam packed with science! Students will build up to 10 cars using a design pamphlet for each vehicle. Students become Mini-Engineers, challenged to design new vehicles utilizing pieces from supplied cars. Over the course of the class students participate in experiments designed to demonstrate science and engineering concepts and laws such as gravity, potential energy and kinetic energy. You take home the cars! (Ages 6-8) WiZ 820 BLL all about Learning $150 8/4-8/7 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001 (Ages 9-13) WiZ 820 BLL2 all about Learning $150 8/4-8/7 MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm 4 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

MARTIAL ARTS SUE MICHAELSEN welcomes students of all ages and physical diff erences to her classes. She’s earned Tai Chi and Chi Kung Teaching Certification from expert Medical Doctors and Masters of Healing Arts in China, USA and Canada. Also an Acupressure Teacher and Licensed Massage Therapist, with advanced training in injury prevention and assisting sports performance.

Tai Chi/Kung Fu (Ages 5-14) Fun exercise for self-esteem, balance, coordination and strength. Step-by-step training, warm-up stretching and safety protocols are included to prepare students to practice Tai Chi and Tan Tui Kung Fu. Instructor is trained and certifi ed by Traditional Masters in China, Canada and USA. Wear clean shoes with tied laces. WiZ 817 BLL 6/12-8/7 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/3

Sue michaelsen Th 4:15-5:15 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$64 8 Sessions Room 013

ELiTE dEFENSE SySTEmS (EdS), was founded by Matthew J. Numrich. Mr. Numrich is certified as one of only a handful of full Instructor of Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and the Filipino Martial Arts by Sifu Paul Vunak (under Guru Dan Inosanto). The Elite Defense environment is for learning and workout.

youth anti-Bullying & Safety Course (Ages 4-12) Give your child the skills to defend themselves against bullies, help any of their classmates who are getting bullied and focus on non-physical just as much as a physical means of defusing an altercation. We’ll also equip your child with tools to heighten their awareness against abductors and avoid predators. Character lessons such as building self-esteem and respect for others is also an added benefit. Once registered with RVC, call Elite WiZ 810 EdS Elite defense Staff $27 Call (815) 885-4758 to schedule day/time 4 Sessions Elite Defense Systems 5695 Strathmoor Dr.

MARTIAL ARTS Continued • NATURE

Ha’S TaE KWON dO, Kum dO, aNd yaNG SENG STudiO, helps students gain wisdom and health through individualized martial arts classes. Master Ha is highly recognized for his continued contributions in the martial arts and carries a strong set of credentials Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Clinical Support assists children with conduct, motor skills, and/or developmental disorders. The TCS program is geared specifically for students that have greater trouble controlling their focus and strength. Visit www.hastkd.com

Kid’s Focus Camp (Ages 3-11) Your child will benefit from this program by developing positive character, good habits, and leadership skills. Self-defense, respect, confidence, focus, coordination, self-discipline, self-esteem will lead to a “Yes I can!” positive attitude. Benefits also flow into school physical education and sport activities. Once registered at RVC, call Ha’s Studio. NOTE: Uniform required - purchase at class. WiZ 808 Ha3 Ha’s Studio Staff $99 Call (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Studio 4150 N. Perryville Rd. Loves Park

Kum do (Ages 10 and Up) Kum Do (The Way of the Sword) is an authentic Korean sword technique. This course places an emphasis on selfdiscipline, strength, and fl exibility. Kum Do is a sword art that is almost 2000 years old and was used by the ancient Korean armies. You will learn the honorable way of ancient Korean warriors. The beginning student will be taught techniques and styles in specific stages as he/she progresses through the various ranks of colored belts. Students who repeat the class will be taught new and different techniques each semester. Once registered with RVC call Ha’s Studio. FiT 805 Ha2 Ha’s Studio Staff Call (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/times. Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Studio 4150 N. Perryville Rd.

NATURE

$99 16 Sessions Loves Park

NO JOKE maRTiaL aRTS is the alternative to traditional gyms and martial arts schools. Training is offered to all levels–from the fitness novice to the professional fighter.

Little Kickers (Ages 4-6) Is your child interested in martial arts? Little Kickers is the perfect start! Develop attention span, focus, and coordination in a safe and fun environment. Once registered with RVC, call No Joke. NOTE: Uniform required - purchase at class. WiZ 817 NJ No Joke Staff $48 Call (815) 986-KICK to schedule day/times. 6 Sessions No Joke Martial Arts 6358 Daytona Dr., Loves Park

Children’s mixed martial arts

Star Wars Camp (Ages 6-11) Want to be a Jedi Knight? Discover the force behind Kum Do, the traditional Korean Sword art that teaches self defense through techniques used by ancient Korean warriors. This course emphasizes a child’s ability to focus, increased coordination and self-discipline. Our program is highly beneficial for ADD and ADHD children. Once registered at RVC, call Ha’s Studio. NOTE: Uniform required - purchase at class WiZ 808 Ha2 Ha’s Studio Staff $59 Call (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Studio 4150 N. Perryville Rd. Loves Park

Family Tae Kwon Program (All ages welcome) Tae kwondo is a bare-handed military art form and sport that uses the hands and feet for attack and defense. Tae kwondo trains the body, but also focuses on development of the mind. The objective of learning Taekwondo is to foster growth in both body and mind through skill building and etiquette lessons that aid in building courage, confidence and self-esteem. Tae kwondo is a wonderful exercise for children who are still growing as well as a good way for adults to increase their physical endurance. Tae kwondo’s movements require extensive use of the joints, which increases the limberness of one’s body and aids young children in the development of coordination. Our classes emphasize the tenants which are an integral part of Tae kwondo: Build Confidence, Learn Self Defense, Improve Concentration, Increase Self-discipline, Develop the, “Yes I Can!” Master Ha has developed these programs with the knowledge of how children process information and is the author of the first and only book on methods for teaching young students the art of Taekwondo. Once registered with RVC call Ha’s Studio. FiT 805 Ha Ha’s Studio Staff Call (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/times. Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Studio 4150 N. Perryville Rd.

$99 16 Sessions Loves Park

(Ages 7-11) Is your child the victim of bullying? Or are you worried your child might be bullying others? Children’s Mixed Martial Arts will teach your child proper bully defense and give them the self confidence they need while teaching them the humility and responsibility that comes with being a martial artist. Once registered with RVC, call No Joke. NOTE: Uniform required - purchase at class WiZ 817 NJ2 No Joke Staff $48 Call (815) 986-KICK to schedule day/times. 6 Sessions No Joke Martial Arts 6358 Daytona Dr., Loves Park

SEVERSON DELLS is a not-for-profit nature education center located four miles southwest of Rockford. With 369 acres of mixed woodlands, prairie, wetlands, and old field habitat, Severson Dells is an ideal setting for nature study and appreciation. The Severson Dells Nature Center is housed in a converted Deer Lodge, and the Education Center includes a library, bookstore and classroom.

Nature Play for Little Kids (Ages 4-6) Designed just for the younger explorers. Fun! Mud! Water! Bugs! Outdoors! “Nature play strengthens children’s selfconfidence and arouses their senses, their awareness of the world and all that moves in it, seen and unseen.” WiZ 809 Sd 6/17-6/19 Severson Dells

Severson dells $35 TWTh 9:00-11:30 am 3 Sessions 8786 Montague Rd.

Camp Peek into Creek (Ages 7-11) Dive into ecology of stream life; whet your appetite and wet your feet. Take part in the A, B, Sees (appreciation, biology, and silliness) of this watery world. Explore the creeks located at Severson Dells Forest Preserve and Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve. (Campers will be expected to be dropped-off and picked-up at the appropriate scheduled locations.) The camp will end with the legendary creek slosh through the dells in the beautiful Hall Creek of Severson Dells. WiZ 809 Sd2 Severson dells $75 6/24-6/26 TWTh 9:00 am-3:00 pm 3 Sessions Severson Dells 8786 Montague Rd.

Grandparents & Kids Camp

(Ages 5-12 w/Grandparent) Come One, Come All, Young and Young at Heart. “There is no such thing as a grown up person.” Spend two fabulous mornings with your grandchild(ren) enjoying the out-of-doors. Offers a variety of activities to complement differing levels of ability. No need to be an expert . . . just come and have fun. “It is not half so important to know as to feel when introducing a young child to the natural world.” – Rachel Carson. Note: Register child(ren) only. WiZ 809 Sd3 7/9-7/10 Severson Dells

Severson dells $45 WTh 9:00-11:30 am 2 Sessions 8786 Montague Rd.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

PIANO • READING, WRITING & MATH

PIANO CONGRaTS to Sabrina on 2nd place in the Chandler Starr miller Scholarship Competition! “Thank you! Rock Valley College’s Whiz Kids piano classes and continuing education piano classes are wonderful and Ms. Langsholt is the best teacher to work with!” — Yiluo (Sabrina’s mom)

TO REGiSTER: • Choose appropriate age/skill level: attend the first class. • Register and pay at fi rst class (check only please). • A piano or keyboard with standard size keys needed for home preparation of assignments. • Dates/times and class level assignments subject to change at instructor’s discretion.

PiaNO CLaSSES FOR CuRRENT (ExPERiENCEd) STudENTS

iNGER LaNGSHOLT is a well-respected private instruction piano teacher, instrumental in developing community piano lessons in a group setting at Rock Valley College. Inger’s teaching style and classes are best described by one of her adult students: “She taught me (to play the piano) as a child. This is an easy, laid-back approach for the beginner. The student enjoys it!”

PREREQuiSiTE: Preparatory Piano I. (ages 5-8) inger Langsholt 6/9-8/11 M 2:45-4:00 pm RVC Bldg. G Piano Lab

PiaNO CLaSSES FOR NEW (iNExPERiENCEd) STudENTS Classes designed for beginning level students. No experience required! (ages 4-7) 6/12-8/7 RVC Bldg. G NO CLASS 7/3

inger Langsholt Th 10:30-12:15 am Piano Lab

$80 8 Sessions

Preparatory Piano i (ages 4-7) 6/11-8/6 RVC Bldg. G

inger Langsholt W 2:00-3:15 pm Piano Lab

$90 9 Sessions

Preparatory Piano i (ages 4-7) 6/10-8/5 RVC Bldg. G

inger Langsholt T 11:15 am-12:30 pm Piano Lab

$90 9 Sessions

Elementary Piano ii (ages 9-12) 6/11-8/6 RVC Bldg. G

inger Langsholt W 3:15-4:30 pm Piano Lab

$90 9 Sessions

READING, WRITING & MATH ELIZABETH STREY, has been a Whiz Kids instructor since 1988. Her classes are designed to help children develop background information for topics that interest them, while having fun at the same time! Elizabeth teaches second grade in the Rockford Public Schools.

Writing Workshop (Ages 8-12) Writing skill is essential to success in life. Expressing yourself in writing is important for succeeding in school, creating resumes, communicating in the work force, and keeping in touch with family and friends. Learn how to write with a focus, stay on track with your thoughts, and create a satisfactory conclusion to your essay. Students will write an essay, and learn how to make it better. Length of the essay will reflect both the child’s age and interest in the topic. WiZ 821 BLL 6/16-6/19 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Elizabeth Strey $78 MTWTh 10:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

Classes designed for students who have previously attended piano classes or have past experience.

Preparatory Piano ii & iii $97 10 Sessions

Elementary Piano i (ages 9-12) 6/9-8/11 RVC Bldg. G

inger Langsholt M 4:00-5:15 pm Piano Lab

$97 10 Sessions

Elementary Piano i (ages 9-12) 6/10-8/5 RVC Bldg. G

Preparatory Piano i

inger Langsholt T 4:00-5:15 pm Piano Lab

$90 9 Sessions

Elementary Piano ii & iii PREREQuiSiTE: Elementary Piano I. (ages 9-12) inger Langsholt 6/10-8/5 T 5:15-6:30 pm RVC Bldg. G Piano Lab

$90 9 Sessions

Elementary Piano ii, iii & iV PREREQuiSiTE: Elementary Piano I. (ages 9-12) inger Langsholt 6/12-8/7 Th 9:15-10:30 am RVC Bldg. G Piano Lab NO CLASS 7/3

$80 8 Sessions

Elementary Piano iii & iV PREREQuiSiTE: Elementary Piano II. (ages 9-12) inger Langsholt 6/12-8/7 Th 12:15-1:30 pm RVC Bldg. G Piano Lab NO CLASS 7/3

$80 8 Sessions

RUTH FILZ, has been teaching her love of Science for more than 30 years. She knows that children learn best by doing and puts the philosophy into practice. Sharing the attitude of “science is great,” she encourages kids to investigate their world, while ultimately encouraging them to pursue science related careers.

Let’s Write a Story (Ages 6-11) Do you like animals and dragons, folk tales and fables? If you like to write and draw, then his class is for you. Each child will create a story in the Kamishibai style (Japanese story cards), what a great way to sharpen your writing organizational skills. WiZ 821 RV 6/16-6/19 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Ruth Filz MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

READING, WRITING & MATH Continued • SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

AUSTIN BUSKER is currently a second grade teacher, and a former graduate of RVC and NIU. He is passionate about creating desire in his students to learn and to continue seeking education as they grow. He believes that extra-curricular activities can provide youth with a solid foundation that inspires them to work hard and reach their life goals.

math Fact improvement (Ages 6-11) Help your child succeed in school with a review of old math facts, or an introduction to new ones! Learn addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, or a combination of facts based on individual needs and abilities. Give your child the skill to excel while having fun! WiZ 807 RV austin Busker 6/14-8/9 Sa 9:00-10:20 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math NO CLASS 7/5

$98 8 Sessions Room 0200

decimals, Fractions & Percentages (Ages 6-11) Get an introduction to these important math skills, or build on existing knowledge. This course will feature different levels of work for your child’s individual needs. Place value will be reviewed to build on working with decimals. Perform different math operations with fractions, and learn what percentages are all about. With fun learning activities, hone your math skills WiZ 807 RV2 austin Busker 6/14-7/12 Sa 10:30 am-Noon RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math NO CLASS 7/5

$53 4 Sessions Room 0200

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

Time & money (Ages 6-11) Spend some time honing your math skills with time and money. Learn to tell time with both digital and analog clocks to the minute. Practice counting, spending, and doing word problems with money. Discover how to balance a checking account, write checks, and manage money wisely with a budget. With fun games and educational activities, make your time count with this math class. WiZ 807 RV3 austin Busker 7/19-8/9 Sa 10:30 am-Noon RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$53 4 Sessions Room 0200

Books alive (Ages 5-7) Engage your child with a new look on literacy through the use of Science and hands-on-learning. Your child will journey through books to find science experiments and other fun projects awaiting their discovery. Join us as we build our reading comprehension and construct meaningful experiences to bring books to life! WiZ 821 RV2 6/16-6/19 RVC Classroom Bldg II

austin Busker $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Room 128

WiZ 821 RV3 7/14-7/17 RVC Classroom Bldg II

austin Busker $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Room 128

Reading around the Solar System (Ages 8-10) Hop on board our reading shuttle about to blast off to outer space. Your child will join our class on a reading adventure that takes us out and around the solar system. We will encounter many “alien” projects and arts along the way. Make way for gigantic planets, slimy moon sands, and many other multimedia experiences. We will begin our adventure and continue to aid our discovery with lots of splendid books! WiZ 821 RV4 6/23-6/26 RVC Classroom Bldg II

austin Busker $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Room 128

WiZ 821 RV5 7/21-7/24 RVC Classroom Bldg II

austin Busker $108 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions Room 128

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY miKE CROPPER teaches a variety of digital media courses at Rockford Christian School. He spearheads numerous graphic design projects and advocates for student participation so that they gain hands-on experience in real-world scenarios. He develops curriculum for digital media educators as well as training video’s for digital art enthusiasts.

digital art

Learn how to combine technology and art in this hands-on class. Introduce yourself to the career of Graphic Design, while learning techniques of famous artists and how they relate to the Elements of Art. Create your own masterpieces using a variety of online programs and software. In a typical session you will : • Learn techniques of historical artists • Be introduced to an element of art • Apply learned techniques • Learn an online drawing/paint program • Be given creative and fun assignments to complete in class BRING: sketch pad and pencil to class.

Ages 6 – 8 WiZ 820 RV mike Cropper $56 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 9:00-10:00 am 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 WiZ 820 RV2 mike Cropper $56 7/14-7/17 MTWTh 9:00-10:00 am 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 Ages 9-12 WiZ 820 RV4 mike Cropper $56 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 10:15-11:15 am 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152 WiZ 820 RV3 mike Cropper $56 7/14-7/17 MTWTh 10:15-11:15 am 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 152

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Continued

RUTH FILZ has been teaching her love of Science for more than 30 years. She knows that children learn best by doing and puts the philosophy into practice. Sharing the attitude of “science is great,” she encourages kids to investigate their world, while ultimately encouraging them to pursue science related careers.

Science Fun with Everyday Things (Ages 6-11) Things will fi zz, foam, pop and change. Learn about suspensions and solutions, actions and reactions. Learn about inertia and find electricity in strange places. Learn about gravity and magnets. We will do all this and much more. WiZ 818 RV 6/16-6/19 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Ruth Filz MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

WiZ 818 RV5 7/7-7/10 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Ruth Filz MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

MARIANNA RUGGERIO holds her degree in Physics and is a certified math and science teacher. She has developed and taught science and math enrichment courses for students in grades PreK-9th grade in addition to her work in the high schools. Having recently moved from Chicago to Rockford, Marianna is excited to begin sharing her passions working with students in the area.

Junior astrophysicists (astronomy) (Ages 8-11) Come along and board the space station as we take you through investigations of our moon, sun, planets, asteroids and comets in our solar system. In addition to making discoveries about the wide array of astronomical objects in our solar system, you will also have the opportunity to be exposed to Newton’s Laws of Physics and a history of space observation and travel. Join us for blast-off! WiZ 818 RV8 marianna Ruggerio 6/16-6/20 MTWThF 9:00-11:30 am RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$112 5 Sessions Room G10

Seeing is Believing (Light/Optics)

Can you make it Fly (Ages 6-11) Love things that fly, then this class is for you! Make a different style of paper airplane each day. Learn about symmetry, elevators and ailerons. We will also fly several types of gliders and balloons. Each child will make and bring home a white wing glider. Weather permitting; we will test all planes outside. WiZ 818 RV2 6/23-6/26 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Ruth Filz MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

WiZ 818 RV4 7/7-7/10 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Ruth Filz MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

WiZ 818 RV7 7/14-7/17 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Ruth Filz MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

(Ages 8-11) Rainbows! Microwaves! Lasers! Funhouse Mirrors! Through hands on investigations and illuminating demonstrations you will study the electromagnetic spectrum; from radio waves to ultraviolet light and will be able to describe the basic principles and behaviors that light exhibits and how they are useful to us. WiZ 818 RV9 marianna Ruggerio 7/7-7/11 MTWThF 9:00-11:30 am RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$112 5 Sessions Room G10

SCIENSATIONAL WORKSHOPS this New Jersey based, science enrichment program for kids has been around for 30 years, providing quality programs and teachers in 19 states.

Follow me Robot (Ages 7-12) How would you like to build a robot that has four built-in microphones? It will detect the sound source and in turn it will move and turn accordingly. It is your own robot to build and take home. Wow! It starts flashing and plays Do-Re-Me. Make it move the way you want it to move. It is so smart. It will move in its own routine if it does not get a signal in 1 minute. It will go to sleep if you do not issue any commands in 90 seconds. However, you can wake it up. Learn about the different gears and sensors as you build it. Get to build other robots working in groups. Join in our Sumo wrestling and obstacle course events with what you have built. See everything happening as you build. That’s the Sciensational way! WiZ 818 BLL 7/7-7/11 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Sciensational $161 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

model airplanes - Bridge Building Electronic Gadgets

Be an Earth detective (Ages 6-10) Learn about the Earth in a fast-paced class. Talk about weather, make some simple weather instruments, learn about ecosystems, and taking care of our planet. Make and take home a mini-recycle compost bin complete with live worms. WiZ 818 RV3 6/23-6/26 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Ruth Filz MTWTh 1:00-4:00 pm

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

WiZ 818 RV6 Ruth Filz 7/14-7/17 MTWTh 9:00 am-Noon RVC Classroom Building II

$108 4 Sessions Room 126

(Ages 7-12) Build your own rubber-powered model airplane. Use your model as a learning tool in aerospace education, or just have fun building a sound airplane that actually flies when assembled. Have fun designing and building model bridges. Join us in our bridge building contest to see which one can hold the most weight. Learn simple engineering skills. Build 6 electronic projects. Some of them include a patrol car siren, burglar alarm and morse code transmitter. You will learn how the different electronic components work. Bring a little imagination and get ready to “Fly with Sciensational Workshops.” WiZ 818 BLL2 7/7-7/11 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Sciensational $161 MTWThF 12:45-3:45 pm 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Harry Potter – Join our magical Tour (Ages 6-11) All aboard for lots of hands-on fun. Join in the escapades of Harry and his friends. Play quidditch. Make an edible wand. We will brew some fantastic potions to drink. Let’s create and watch some amazing chemical reactions. Watch a mirage appear. You won’t believe it! Wonder where the sorting hat will place you? Make cool crystals. Come join us where the magic of science, art, and literature meet. Harry, Ron, and Hermoine are waiting for your arrival! Experiment with colored magic sand. See a mysterious glowing ball. WiZ 818 BLL3 7/14-7/18 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Sciensational $161 MTWThF 9:00 am-Noon 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

Egyptian dig (Ages 6-11) Buried Treasure Digs – Children discover the amazing science of Archaeology as they uncover ancient artifacts. In doing this, we will learn about Egyptian life. We will excavate with tools like a real archaeologist uses. We will find the following artifacts as we excavate a scarab (what’s that?), hieroglyphic tablet, ankh symbol and a jackal. You will learn about this and even take home a booklet. The artifacts are yours to keep. We will wet the sand that we dig into and create one of two sand sculptures for display. You can make a pyramid as well as a sphinx. Let’s go back in time with a hands on archaeological experience! WiZ 818 BLL4 7/14-7/18 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Sciensational $161 MTWThF 12:45-3:45 pm 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 007

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Continued

BuRPEE muSEum OF NaTuRaL HiSTORy, began as a Works Progress Administration project of the 1930’s. Burpee is a natural history museum specializing in paleontology, geology, biology and Native American life.

BuRPEE: BOOKS & BEaSTiES for ages 4-5 Lions (Ages 4 & 5) Join us as we learn about some really cool “beasties” from Burpee’s collection. We’ll read stories, learn rhymes, play games, and make a fun take home project. All sessions include a full-sized mounted specimen of the featured animal – and sometimes a live version too! WiZ 811 Bmu17 6/18 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff W 10:00-11:30 am

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Turtles (Ages 4 & 5) Join us as we learn about some really cool “beasties” from Burpee’s collection. We’ll read stories, learn rhymes, play games, and make a fun take home project. All sessions include a full-sized mounted specimen of the featured animal – and sometimes a live version too! WiZ 811 Bmu18 6/25 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff W 10:00-11:30 am

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Foxes

Snakes

insects & Spiders & Crawfish OH my!

(Ages 4 & 5) Join us as we learn about some really cool “beasties” from Burpee’s collection. We’ll read stories, learn rhymes, play games, and make a fun take home project. All sessions include a full-sized mounted specimen of the featured animal – and sometimes a live version too!

(Ages 6–8) These critters are all arthropods. We’ll discover how they live, see some up close and make an arthropod related craft. Come dressed to be outside as we look for arthropods in our own backyard.

WiZ 811 Bmu23 7/30 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff W 10:00-11:30 am

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Burpee Staff Th 10:00 am-Noon

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

BuRPEE: adVENTuRERS for ages 6-8 Becoming a Paleontologist (Ages 6–8) So you like fossils and dinosaurs? Learn what a paleontologist does. Get up close to the work of a paleontologist in Burpee’s fossil prep lab and find out what is takes to prepare a fossil, then put your new found knowledge into practice as you prep your own fossil.

Burpee Staff Th 10:00 am-Noon

(Ages 6–8) Learn about lots of different kinds of dinosaurs and how and when they lived. This hands-on, interactive class will include a visit to the Paleo prep lab and a dinosaur craft to take home. WiZ 811 Bmu16 8/7 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff Th 10:00 am-Noon

Paleontology 101

WiZ 811 Bmu 6/17 Burpee Museum

WiZ 811 Bmu10 6/26 Burpee Museum

Extreme Weather

Burpee Staff W 10:00-11:30 am

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Lizards (Ages 4 & 5) Join us as we learn about some really cool “beasties” from Burpee’s collection. We’ll read stories, learn rhymes, play games, and make a fun take home project. All sessions include a full-sized mounted specimen of the featured animal – and sometimes a live version too! WiZ 811 Bmu21 7/16 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff W 10:00-11:30 am

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

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(Ages 6–8) How do they happen and why? Through experiments we’ll discover how energy makes the earth flow and explode, shaping the world we see today. We’ll head outside to set off some of our own explosions. WiZ 811 Bmu11 7/3 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff Th 10:00 am-Noon

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

River Stories (Ages 6–8) We’ll head down to the Aqua-Aerobic Water Lab to explore Rockford’s own Rock River. Collect water samples for testing and discover the creatures that live there, both large and small. Wear your old clothes for this active outdoor class. WiZ 811 Bmu12 7/10 Burpee Museum

SSSS…Snakes

WiZ 811 Bmu22 7/23 Burpee Museum

WiZ 811 Bmu13 7/17 Burpee Museum

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Explosions!

Burpee Staff Th 10:00 am-Noon

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

(Ages 6–8) Step back in time to the world after dinosaurs to discover amazing snakes. Study living snakes to see their unique traits and make a slithery project to take home. Burpee Staff Th 10:00 am-Noon

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

BuRPEE: ESCaPE for ages 9-12

(Ages 6–8) Wind, snow, hurricane, tornado - learn about different types of weather and make a weather related craft. This hands-on interactive class is geared for the younger set. Come dressed to go outside and we’ll experience the weather in Burpee’s backyard.

Weather Wise

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

digging dinos

WiZ 811 Bmu19 7/2 Burpee Museum

Owls

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

WiZ 811 Bmu15 7/31 Burpee Museum

WiZ 811 Bmu9 6/19 Burpee Museum

$12 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Burpee Staff Th 10:00 am-Noon

(Ages 6 – 8) What is the difference between a mineral and a rock? We use them in our everyday lives for many things! We’ll examine specimens from Burpee’s collection and you will be able to start a collection of your own.

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Earth’s Treasure-Rocks & minerals

Raccoons

WiZ 811 Bmu24 8/6 Burpee Museum

WiZ 811 Bmu14 7/24 Burpee Museum

(Ages 9–12) Here is a class to provide actual hands on experience in paleontology. Learn the background basics which a paleontologist needs to know, what Burpee is doing at its dig sites in Montana and Utah, and spend time in Burpee’s laboratory where you will be able to prepare a fossil. Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

(Ages 9–12) Explore wind, snow, tornadoes and all kinds of weather! We’ll make weather measuring instruments and try them out in Burpee’s backyard. WiZ 811 Bmu2 6/24 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Beneath Our Feet (Ages 9–12) Explore the energy that makes the earth moves. We’ll make gak to discover a solid that flows like a liquid and set off explosions outside to see how gasses affect solids. WiZ 811 Bmu3 7/1 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

down By The River (Ages 9–12) We’ll head down to the Aqua-Aerobic Water Lab to explore Rockford’s own Rock River. Collect water samples for testing and discover the creatures that live there, both large and small. Wear your old clothes for this active outdoor class. WiZ 811 Bmu4 7/8 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Continued • SPORTS & RECREATION • STRENGTH FINDER

Snakes – alive? (Ages 9-12) When do snakes first appear in the geologic record? Get the low down on the snakes of ancient times as well as those of Illinois. WiZ 811 Bmu5 7/15 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

amazing arthropods! (Ages 9–12) What is an arthropod? They’ve been around since before dinosaurs and come in amazing variety. Explore the world of arthropods and see how many we can find in Burpee’s backyard. WiZ 811 Bmu6 7/22 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

The Scoop on Poop (Ages 9–12) Whether you are tracking a coyote in the prairies of Illinois or digging for dinosaurs, discover how scat can solve mysteries. Scat holds the secrets to what the animal has eaten. WiZ 811 Bmu7 7/29 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

dinomania (Ages 9–12) Just what is a dinosaur? Discover the answer, look at different kinds of dinosaurs and visit the Burpee fossil prep lab where scientists and preparators work on the dinosaur bones. We’ll finish up with a dinosaur craft to take home. WiZ 811 Bmu8 8/5 Burpee Museum

Burpee Staff T 1:00-3:00 pm

$14 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

STRENGTH FINDER ROBERT WALKER, holds two masters degrees including a Masters in Practical Theology, is certified by the Evangelical Church Alliance, is a member of the International Christian Coaching Association and a charter member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.

development Workshop: StrengthsExplorer (Ages 10-14) Gallup’s StrengthsFinder program is a fun, simple way for adolescents to discover and develop their own unique gifts and abilities. A parent’s guide suggests ways that parents can learn more about their child’s abilities and encourage their continued development. Gallup’s StrengthsFinder titles — including Now, Discover Your Strengths and StrengthsFinder 2.0 — have helped millions of adults discover their signature strengths. Now, in response to repeated requests from parents, Gallup has created a strengths assessment program specifically for young people. StrengthsExplorer for ages 10 to 14 was developed with the renowned rigor and expertise of Gallup researchers. Parents are encouraged to attend with their student. Additional $10 fee required for StrengthsFinder Online Assessment Tool WiZ 813 RV 7/8-7/10 RVC Classroom Bldg II

Robert Walker TWTh 9:00-10;00 am

$59 3 Sessions Room 221B

SPORTS & RECREATION FiTNESS ZONE managed and owned by Kevin and Brenda Burns strives to provide you with convenience, afford ability, and quality. The Burns’ teach students to be healthy and active.

activity Gym (Ages 2-4) More than just tumbling! Songs, shapes, balance, colors, coordination and games to help little ones learn and have fun. Choose to attend Tue OR Wed, 9:45-10:30 am. Once registered at RVC call the Fitness Zone at (815) 624-7663 to select day that fits your schedule. WiZ 808 FZ 6/10-8/13 Fitness Zone

Fitness Zone Staff $70 T or W 9:45-10:30 am 10 Sessions 807 Progressive Ln. South Beloit

GymNaSTiC aCadEmy OF ROCKFORd, offers great recreational classes and world-class competitive programs. GAR is considered one of the finest, safest and most well equipped facilities in the country. Have fun, make friends, work with others, compete, develop your “hidden potential” and reach your personal best... with GAR!

Little Stars (Ages 15 Months-5 Years) Considered one of the most progressive and innovative programs available today for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarten children. The program is designed to help each child’s individual physical awareness, strength, balance and coordination. This program is a preparation for school achievement. It will help your child learn “how to learn.” Your child will do better in the classroom with self confidence he/she has gained through learning how to analyze. This is a success orientated program designed to help children feel good about themselves. Once registered at RVC, call Gymnastics Academy of Rockford. WiZ 817 GaR2 Gymnastics academy of Rockford $56 Call (815) 654-3867 to schedule day/times/location 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy of Rockford 6630 Spring Brook Rd. Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 7/4

Girls Gymnastics (Ages 6 & Up) Bars, beam, floor-X & vault, all the traditional women’s Olympic events. GAR’s state-of-the-art training facility provides each student with a positive, progressive and fun approach to learning gymnastics. This is a success-oriented program designed to develop the individual, as well as the gymnast. Once registered at RVC, call Gymnastics Academy of Rockford. WiZ 817 GaR3 Gymnastics academy of Rockford $84 Call (815) 654-3867 to schedule day/times/location 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy of Rockford 6630 Spring Brook Rd. Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 7/4

Boys and Girls Tumbling (Ages 6 & Up) A fun alternative to the traditional apparatus style of gymnastics. It’s just you and the floor! Our coaching staff has developed more local, state, national and world champions than any program in existence today. So, whether you are tumbling for fun or aspiring to be the best in the world, we have a place for you! Once registered with RVC call GAR. WiZ 817 GaR5 Gymnastics academy of Rockford $59 Call (815) 654-3867 to schedule day/times/location 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy of Rockford 6630 Spring Brook Rd. Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 7/4

Parkour (Ages 6 & Up) Developed by the French military special forces and made popular by urban America, Parkour is the art of navigating a variety of obstacles with speed and agility. Off the beaten path of traditional gymnastics, in our Parkour classes students will be taught to vault over, leap over, and flip over shapes and equipment of all kinds. Everything from the elementary speed vault to the challenging wall flip will be taught under the careful instruction of GAR North staff. Participants must take a safety certification class and receive a safety certification card to participate (available at first session). Once registered at RVC, call Gymnastics Academy of Rockford. WiZ 817 GaR7 Gymnastics academy North $59 Call (815) 623-2345 to schedule day/times 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 7/4

Boys and Girls Trampoline (Ages 6 & Up) This course has a unique Safe Progression System into every step of the skill development process to enable your child the safest learning experience available anywhere. Trampoline is the perfect tool for developing skills in other sports like cheerleading, diving, tumbling and gymnastics. Once registered at RVC, call Gymnastics Academy of Rockford. WiZ 817 GaR6 Gymnastics academy of Rockford $59 Call (815) 654-3867 to schedule day/times/location 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy of Rockford 6630 Spring Brook Rd. Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 7/4

Boys Gymnastics (Ages 6 & Up – ROSCOE ONLY) Boys gymnastics is a sport enhancement program geared toward providing the students with the essentials to prepare themselves for the challenges of our more advanced levels in trampoline and tumbling, as well as, giving them the necessary tools to succeed in other sports!! This course combines strength training, flexibility, tumbling and trampoline. Once registered at RVC, call Gymnastics Academy of Rockford. Roscoe Location only. WiZ 817 GaR4 Gymnastics academy North $84 Call (815) 623-2345 to schedule day/times 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 7/4

Bitty Stars (Ages 3 Months to Walking) This class is for our littlest stars and their parent or caregiver. Our new infant program promotes development of emerging motor skills, provides positive social experiences, and enhances attachment building between baby and caregiver. The program is based off of the social learning theory of child development, which suggests that children learn through interacting with others. Classes also take a Piagetian approach to development, understanding that children learn through play and interacting with their environment. Classes are led by Little Stars Director, Sarah Jakymiw. Sarah is a parent-infant specialist and holds a B.S. in child and family development. Once registered at RVC, call Gymnastics Academy of Rockford. WiZ 817 GaR Gymnastics academy North $32 Call (815) 623-2345 to schedule day/times 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 7/4

CONTiNuiNG EduCaTiON Enhance your skills. Your career. Your life! Continuing Education offers courses and programs as short-term, non-degree alternatives in business, computers, education, healthcare, manufacturing technology and more! upgrade your skills and increase job knowledge, gain professional development for career advancement and prepare for State and National certification exams. NOTE: an entrance exam is not required for admission. Courses designated as “credit” do not transfer towards a degree and do not qualify for Financial aid.

CONTENTS Business ..................................................................... 35-36 Computer Training ................................................37-40 Construction / Home ...................................................40 Distance On-Line Learning..........................................41 Educational Endeavors ........................................ 42-43 Emergency Training ..................................................... 44 Health ........................................................................44-47 Hospitality........................................................................48 Language For The Workplace ...................................48 Manufacturing / Workforce Training .......................49 RVC CONTINUING EDUCATION AGE APPROPRIATE GUIDELINES: Students 16-17 years old may be admitted to Continuing Education credit courses upon request from the chief executive officers (or designees) of the high school districts in which the student resides. Call (815) 921-3900 for information.

Become an instructor for Continuing Education • Are you a natural leader? • Would you like to earn extra income? • Have you ever wanted to share your knowledge with others? • Rock Valley College’s Continuing Education Department is looking for you! Teaching for Continuing Education can be rewarding in so many ways. Because of the nature of non-credit classes, instructors are not required to have degrees — just demonstrate expertise in their subject area. We are looking for individuals with expertise and/or experience in the following Industrial areas: • CNC Machine • Electricity in the Home • Electrical Control Circuits • Welding • Programmable Logic Controllers • Hydraulic Components & Systems If you would like more information on teaching or if you would like to discuss the possibility of offering a class, contact Continuing Education, (815) 921-3903. Or visit RockValleyCollege.edu/ Community/cpe and click on “Become an Instructor.”

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

BUSINESS

BUSINESS Imagine a New Career

Bookkeeping and Accounting Skills Certificate This series of classes will help the small business owner develop financial accounting processes or help the individual prepare for an entry-level bookkeeping position.

Bookkeeping and Accounting I (1 Credit) This is a beginning course with an emphasis on a basic understanding of bookkeeping procedures and accounting principles employing debits and credits of double-entry accounting through the trial balance. Upon completion of this course, students will be prepared for a job as an entry-level bookkeeper, or an entry-level accounting clerk. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. ATG 001 RV Richard Bergmark 6/9-7/17 MTh 5:30-7:30 pm RVC Support Services Bldg NO CLASS 6/30 &7/3

$115 10 Sessions Room 1300

Bookkeeping and Accounting II (1 Credit) This is an intermediate course in accounting that teaches accounting procedures and accounting principles for partnership and corporation businesses. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore (same as Acct. I.) PREREQUISITE: Accounting and Bookkeeping I or equivalent experience. ATG 002 RV Richard Bergmark 7/21-8/21 MTh 5:30-7:30 pm RVC Support Services Bldg

$115 10 Sessions Room 1300

QuickBooks 2012 Part 1 (1 Credit) Learn the basics of this powerful financial management program for small business. Recommended: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. Bring: a flash drive to class. You will learn to: • work with customer and vendor transactions • bank with QuickBooks • plan and create a new company • work with opening balances and the balance sheet reports $145 6 Sessions Room G02

QuickBooks 2012 Part 2 (1 Credit) This course provides a continuation of QuickBooks 2012 Part 1. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore (same text as Part 1) Bring: a flash drive to class. You will learn to: • work with physical inventory and how to sell inventory items • use QuickBooks for Payroll, job costing and time tracking • use classes, create estimates and additional formatting options • work with Balance Sheet Accounts • customize your QuickBooks File using reports and graphs DPR 057 RV Richard Bergmark 7/23-8/27 W 5:30-8:45 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

Private Corporate Team-Building Cooking Classes Private Corporate Team-Building Cooking Classes Experience a one-of-a-kind, tasty team-building event that enhances communication, increases creative thinking and promotes teamwork. Get out of the office and into the kitchen! Team building events range from 2-8 hours and offer a variety of cooking themes that are customized to meet your team’s unique needs. Professional guidance in enhancing communication, increasing creative thinking, building trust and promoting teamwork. (Openings: Monday, February 17th; Thursday, March 13th; Monday, April 14th; Monday, May 19th. Other dates possibly available…all events are customized to your organization). Prices start at $100 contact Diana Kramer at Tasty Tidbits for your customized class! (815-988-1374) Small Business Intensive: Building Your Online Platform ROBERT WALKER is an International Speaker, Life Coach and Small Business Consultant. He holds two masters degrees including a Masters in Practical Theology, is a member of the International Christian Coaching Association and is a Charter Member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.

Small Business Intensive: Building Your Online Platform

Accounting with Computer Software

DPR 029 RV Richard Bergmark 6/11-7/16 W 5:30-8:45 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

CHEF DIANA KRAMER, founder of TASTY TIDBITS graduated from the Culinary Business Academy, is a Certified Personal Chef, Premier Member of the United States Personal Chef Association, has ServSafe Certification and is a Registered Nurse who has extensively researched and obtained educational credits in food allergies, special diets, nutrition & safety. She has been cooking and entertaining since she was 12 years old.

$145 6 Sessions Room G02

Personal Development Workshop: Discovering Your Strengths

Having an awesome product, an outstanding service, or a compelling cause is no longer enough! It’s become increasingly difficult for anyone to get the attention they need to succeed in today’s noisy world. An engaging online platform enables you to cut through the noise and deliver your message or product to the heart of your best prospects. This class will discuss the effective use of a variety of online tools from websites, blogging, podcasting, YouTube videos, e-mail marketing and social media like Facebook and Twitter, to the creation of online courses, tutorials and e-books. .

Everybody has unique strengths; their own personal combination of talents, knowledge, and skills. Decades of research by the Gallup Organization have uncovered 34 key strengths that exist at some level within everyone. Studies show those who work within their signature strengths are up to six times more effective. Based on the best-selling books Now, Discover Your Strengths and StrengthsFinder 2.0, this course will focus on discovering each student’s “signature strengths,” as well as the practical application of these strengths in their personal and professional lives. Each student will also receive a complimentary 60 minute coaching session. Perfect for job-finders and career-changers. Required StrengthsFinder Online Assessment Tool additional $10 fee.

EDU 015 RV Robert Walker 6/10-7/15 T 7:00-9:00 pm RVC Classroom Building II

SPC 015 RV Robert Walker 6/12-7/17 Th 6:00-7:30 pm RVC Classroom Building II

$97 6 Sessions Room 220B

Personal Development Workshop: The Happiness Advantage The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success Our most commonly held formula for success is broken! Conventional wisdom holds that if we work hard we will be more successful, and if we are more successful, then we’ll be happy. The groundbreaking bestseller, The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor turns this stereotype on its head. Based on decades of research (and the most popular class at Harvard) this Positive Psychology course will examine why happiness fuels success and not the other way around. We will also isolate seven practical, actionable principles showing how to capitalize on The Happiness Advantage to improve personal performance and maximize potential. SPC 015 RV3 Robert Walker 6/12-6/26 Th 7:30-9:00 pm RVC Classroom Building II

$49 3 Sessions Room 220B

$97 6 Sessions Room 220B

$49 3 Sessions Room 220B

BUSINESS CAREERS Continued

JOHN SPiERS has worked in Seattle and San Francisco with international trading companies since 1974, in virtually every position. Self-employed trading internationally since 1984, John shares what he has done in the past, what he has advised others to do successfully, and what he is doing now all in a seminar highly rated by participants for content, experience, pace and humor.

import / Export Now! ONLiNE (1 Credit) Now you can learn what it takes to be self-employed in import or export (or both) of goods or services with this step-bystep hands-on nine week seminar delivered over the internet. This course is appropriate for people with zero business background, as well as established businesses looking for new trade. Learn how to develop your product or service, find the best suppliers, best customers, work with banks, currency issues, and more. You will be taken through licensing and permits, setting yourself up for properly conducting trade worldwide at the small business level. The entire course may be taken at your pace, with plenty of one-on-one e-mail contact with the instructor. Optional weekly live sessions online are run during the course. After the formal nine weeks course, you may join a listserv of ex-students, so access to the instructor and peers never ends. The required textbook How Small Business Trades Worldwide, ISBN: 978-0-9795515-0-5 is available on Amazon.com. SPECiFiC REGiSTRaTiON PROCEduRE: Fill out a registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and return to our department with payment, refer to Course # MKT 052.(This would be 7:00-9:00 pm Mountain, 8:00-10:00 pm Central, 9:00-11:00 pm Eastern) mKT 052-1 6/25-8/20

John Spiers $95 W 8:00-10:00 pm 9 Sessions

PERSONaL TRaiNiNG National Council on Strength and Fitness Certified Personal Trainer Course This self-paced, independent-study course is designed to prepare you to successfully pass the National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) Exam and qualify you to work as a certified personal trainer. The course bridges the gap between exercise science related course work and the practical skills of personal training. You will learn how to: properly screen and evaluate clients for safe participation in an exercise program, design and implement exercise prescriptions for multiple populations and successful goal attainment, and successfully sell and manage personal trainer services. Your course fee includes the Advanced Concepts of Personal Training material kit (textbook, course manual, lab manual, CD-ROM, DVD and stepby-step lesson plan), a one-year NCSF Membership, Certification Exam voucher, and 100% technical support from NCSF graduate degreed Instructors. Students will schedule their exam appointment when comfortable with the content at the nearest testing location in Sycamore, IL. (Eligibility for Personal Trainer Certification is provided through the National Council on Strength and Fitness Board for Certification (NCSFBC). FWS 010 RV $525 SPECiFiC REGiSTRaTiON PROCEduRE: Fill out registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail in with payment, refer to course # NCSFBC.

ZORaN V. PEROVaNOViCH has been a paralegal educator and consultant in the tri-state area since 1988. He is the founder and instructor of Midwest Paralegal Studies and is dedicated to coordinate flexible, low-cost entry-level paralegal tutoring throughout the country. www.paralegalstudies.com.

Paralegal / Legal assistant / Lawyer’s assistant Certificate Program This 12 month generalist program provides the novice or those currently working in the legal field, a comprehensive overview of all the paralegal roles and responsibilities. This is a private online tutoring program designed to let you work at pace comfortable for your busy lifestyle. At the beginning of each course, students will access all of the lectures and study materials they will need online on the website. Courses may be taken in any order; however, we recommend students take classes in the order in which they are listed below. A Paralegal Certificate will be awarded for successful completion of the series of five (5) courses.

Paralegal Orientation Is the paralegal career for you? Paralegal, legal assistant, lawyer’s assistant are all titles used interchangeably to describe individuals who work with attorneys and other professionals in the field of law. Our Paralegal Certificate Program is explained in this free information seminar online at: www.paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm. Email instructor at zoran1990@juno.com. This course is a PREREQuiSiTE for entry into the program.

Paralegal Research (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of entry-level paralegal research and writing tools. All students will access law resources online and at the local library once a week for specific assignments. In addition, each student will write an office legal memo using legal techniques and current rules of law applying the same to support a conclusion based upon the IRAC analytical reasoning technique. All work must be submitted online. BuS 049

$195

Paralegal Litigation

(1 Credit) This course presents an overview of litigation and trial support used by entry-level practicing paralegals in daily procedural work. All students will be required to visit a specific local court system and investigate the procedures of pre-trial, trial, post-trial and appeals. In addition, each student will be asked to make a presentation of the court visit and complete a selected deposition abstract online. BuS 054

Paralegal management (1 Credit) This course is an overview of the paralegal office manager at work. All students will be required to network/mentor with an entry-level, practicing paralegal in the field and acquire information on the organization of law fi rms, corporations and/or government legal departments in order to complete a presentation for class. All quizzes and the fi nal exam will be taken online. BuS 055

BuS 053

$195

Paralegal Career (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of paralegal job search/ portfolio method and will help you identify special legal skills that are part of your unique niche in the paralegal market. All students will be required to compose a 15-section paralegal job search portfolio and explore three job leads in a local law practice in order to complete a class presentation. Each student will also post an eResume online at the end of class. BuS 056 All classes off ered in either session: Summer Session Thursdays, 6/5-7/17 Fall Session Thursdays, 9/11-10/23

$195

SPECiFiC REGiSTRaTiON PROCEduRE: First e-mail instructor at zoran1990@juno.com. Second fi ll out a registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail in with payment, refer to course # BUS-CCE. Third complete orientation at www.paralegalstudies.com/free_orientation.htm

Paralegal Jurisprudence (1 Credit) This course presents an overview of the paralegal profession including many of the more popular entry-level areas of legal specialization (family, corporate, probate, real estate, immigration, bankruptcy law, and many others). All students will be required to select and pursue at least one specialty area and write a twelvepart report for substantive career development. Each student will also be required to take weekly quizzes and a fi nal exam online.

$195

GIFT OF CLASS

Give the gift of “life-long learning”! Our classes make a great gift for all occasions. For more information call (815) 921-3900.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

COMPUTER TRAINING

COmPuTER TRaiNiNG Improve Your Skills

Windows 7.0 Basics

Word 2010 Part 1

COmPuTER LaB LOCaTiONS:

(1 Credit) Have you purchased a new computer with Windows 7 operating system and need help discovering the many simple and powerful features? You will learn to: Work your way through the operating system–open documents and folders. Start applications from the desktop. Customize the task bar. Change system settings. Manage files and more—along with all the fun new enhancements found in Windows 7! (If you have Windows XP or Vista, almost everything taught in the class will work for you.) Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. RECOmmENdEd: Computer Basics Part I or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. 16 CPDUs

BLL – Course sections are taught at the Bell School Road Center, 3350 N. Bell School Road, Rockford RV – Course sections are taught at the Woodward Technology Center, 3301 N. Mulford Rd., Rockford

dPR 003 BLL 6/21-7/19 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/5

(.5 Credit) Word 2010, a powerful word processing program allows you to do much more than type documents. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. RECOmmENdEd: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. 12 CPDUs You will learn to: • open Word and review the new Ribbon interface • navigate and close Word documents • create documents and search Help for more information • create and enhance business letters, memoranda, reports and press releases using margins • work with line spacing, bullets, borders, and shading • use spell and grammar checker, AutoCorrect, Format Painter • cut, copy, paste, drag and drop • create document with mail merge dPR 023 RV Chuck Corley $99 6/10-6/26 TTh 7:30-9:30 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 dPR 023 RV1 Gail Lee $99 6/17-7/1 TTh 8:00-10:25 am 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 dPR 023 BLL Kathe mundinger $99 8/9-8/23 Sa 8:00 am-Noon 3 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

COmPuTER TRaiNiNG FOR EVERyONE! Enhance: your Skills! Computer courses offered through Continuing Education are designed for students with beginning to advanced computer experience. A variety of short-term, hands-on computer courses are offered at various times and locations to meet the needs of the community.

Teachers! Watch for the

apples.

Kathe mundinger Sa 1:00-5:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$129 4 Sessions Room 005

“Apples” indicate courses that have been approved by the Illinois State Board of Education. Please let the instructor know when taking the class for CPdus.

COmPuTER SOFTWaRE aPPLiCaTiON SERiES

For additional classes approved for CPdu’s, see the Education Endeavors section page 42-43.

This set of courses provides the education and skills to begin a career, to advance in a current position or to promote professional growth. You can become a Word Processing Specialist, Spreadsheet Application Specialist, Database Management Specialist, Presentation Application Specialist by successfully completing the required courses for each track. Please consult individual courses in this schedule for dates and times.

GETTiNG STaRTEd intro to Computers Part 1 This class is designed for the new user or those with no experience interested in learning computers. Provides individuals with the skills and confidence to continue learning. You will learn terms and fundamentals. What is Windows. Software vs. Hardware. What is a hard/floppy drive/CD-ROM. Memory and storage What is a file. BRiNG: flash drive to class. 4 CPDUs dPR 001 BLL 6/14 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Kathe mundinger Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$49 1 Session Room 005

intro to Computer / internet Part 2 This course is a continuation of Computer Part I. Become familiar with internet navigation, e-mail, search tools and more. Individual help will be available during class session. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. RECOmmENdEd: Intro to Computers Part 1. dPR 075 BLL 6/13-6/20 Bell School Rd. Ctr

Kathe mundinger F 1:00-5:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$69 2 Sessions Room 005

Basic Computer Skills (1 Credit) This course covers basic computer skills while offering an overview of the MS Office 2010 Suite. You will be prepared for other courses offered through Continuing Education. Handouts provided. BRiNG: a flash drive to Class. RECOmmENdEd: Intro to Computers Part 1 or equivalent experience. You will learn to: • type letters and documents using Word • create formulas in spreadsheets using Excel • create databases using Access • create presentations using PowerPoint dPR 045 RV Gail Lee 6/3-6/12 TTh 8:00 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$129 4 Sessions Room G02

dPR 045 BLL 6/21-7/19 Bell School Rd. Ctr

$129 4 Sessions Room 005

Kathe mundinger Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

Word Processing Specialist Word Part 1 – 12 hours Word Part 2 – 12 hours Word Part 3 – 12 hours

Spread Sheet application Specialist Excel Part 1 – 12 hours Excel Part 2 – 12 hours Excel Part 3 – 12 hours

database management Specialist

Access: The Complete Course – 28 hours

Presentation application Specialist

PowerPoint: The Complete Course – 20 hours

RVC Computer Skills Exam Upon successful completion of a Specialist Series in MS Word, Excel, Access or PowerPoint, students will receive a RVC Skills Certificate plus be eligible to take the RVC Computer Skills Exam at no additional charge. The exam will be offered for all topics. Except not offered for Web Page Design). Students have one year to complete all of the required Specialist Series courses. To register for the exam, call RVC Continuing Education at (815) 921-3900. OSB 099 RV Gail Lee 8/28 Th 5:30-7:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

FREE 1 Session Room G02

RVC Keyboarding / Typing Certificate Do you need an instant reliable, accurate typing certification? We’ll test your speed and accuracy. Earn your RVC Certificate with your scores to show an employer. Cost $10. Call Continuing Education to register (815) 921-3900.

Word 2010 Part 2 (.5 Credits) Learn intermediate Word skills. (Use same text as Word Part I) RECOmmENdEd: Word Part 1 or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. 12 CPDUs. You will learn to: • create, sort, format, merge and perform calculations in tables • work with section breaks, insert columns and column breaks • insert WordArt, clip art and themes • create custom Building Blocks & create a one-page promotional brochure • set page orientation and size, work with shapes, picture editing • insert and format Smart Art and format page background • create research paper including footnotes and endnotes, headers and footer with captions and table of figures • use built-in templates dPR 026 RV Chuck Corley $99 7/8-7/24 TTh 7:30-9:30 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 dPR 026 RV1 Gail Lee $99 7/15-7/31 TTh 8:00 am-10:25 pm 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 NO CLASS 7/17

COMPUTER TRAINING Continued

Word 2010 Part 3

Excel 2010 Part 3

(.5 Credits) Learn intermediate Word skills. (Use same text as Word Level I) RECOmmENdEd: Word Part 1 and Word Part 2 or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. Purchase text at RVC bookstore. 12 CPDU’s. You will learn to: • Create, sort, format, merge & perform calculations in tables • Work with section breaks, insert columns and column breaks • Insert WordArt, clip art & themes • Create custom Building Blocks & create a one-page promotional brochure • Set page orientation & size, work with shapes, picture editing • Insert & format Smart Art & format page background • Create research paper including footnotes & endnotes, headers & footer with captions & table of figures • Use built-in template.

(.5 Credits) Learn advanced Excel features including integrating Excel with other Office programs. RECOmmENdEd: Excel Part 2 or equivalent experience. (Use same text as Part I). BRiNG: a flash drive to class. Purchase text at RVC bookstore before first session. 12 CPDUs You will learn to: • create Macros to automate routine tasks • create and format Pivot Table & Pivot Charts • use PMT & FV functions also Goal Seek, Solver, Analysis Tool Pak and Scenario Manager • use 3-D cell references, HLOOKUP, VLOOKUP and IF functions • consolidate data from detail and group worksheets • use Data Validation and Conditional Formatting • create data tables and trend lines • set up project folders, insert comments feature

dPR 036 RV Chuck Corley 7/29-8/14 TTh 7:30-9:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$99 6 Sessions Room G02

dPR 037 RV Chuck Corley 7/29-8/14 TTh 5:15-7:15 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$99 6 Sessions Room G02

Excel 2010 Part 1 (.5 Credits) Learn Excel 2010, a powerful spreadsheet application. The focus of this course is on basic skills, starting with a review of the new Office Ribbon interface. RECOmmENdEd: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. 12 CPDUs. You will learn to: • enter & edit data • elect and format cells and ranges • create formulas & functions • adjust row and column • page setup and printing worksheets dPR 024 RV Chuck Corley $99 6/9-6/26 TTh 5:15-7:15 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 dPR 024 RV1 Gail Lee $99 6/17-7/1 TTh 10:35 am-1:00 pm 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Excel 2010 Part 2 (.5 Credits) Learn intermediate Excel skills. RECOmmENdEd: Excel Part 1 or equivalent experience. (Use same text as Part I). BRiNG: a flash drive to class. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. 12 CPDUs. You will learn to: • freeze headings and split worksheet windows • sort worksheet rows • set print options • insert art, draw, move, size, rotate and add styles • create SmartArt • use offi ce template and create custom templates • lock and unlock cells, apply protection, set password and attach a digital signature • copy and move worksheets, copy formatting between worksheets and use linked formulas • sort and fi lter table data, hide detail data using the outline and grouping commands dPR 027 RV Chuck Corley $99 7/8-7/24 TTh 5:15-7:15 pm 6 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 dPR 027 RV1 Gail Lee $99 7/15-7/31 TTh 10:35 am-1:00 pm 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02 NO CLASS 7/17

BaSiC WEB TECHNOLOGy miNi CERTiFiCaTE Learn and apply HTML, CSS, and Java Script to web pages and understand the web development process. Upon completion of the five (5) courses below you will receive the Basic Web Technology Mini Certifi cate: HTML Essentials – 12 hours CSS Essentials – 12 hours Java Script Essentials – 12 hours Server Side Technologies – 12 hours WordPress – 12 hours

HTmL Essentials (.5 Credit) HTML is used to define the content of a web page. A solid understanding of HTML will allow you to maintain web pages without using an HTML editor. Even if you are using an HTML editor such as Dreamweaver, you will need to know enough HTML to make necessary “code tweaks” in order to get your web pages to do what you want them to do. This course is designed to show you how to create web pages using nothing more than HTML. An overview of Open Source HTML tools will be covered along with how to use text, image, list, link and table tags. RECOmmENdEd: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. CiS 064 RV Jerry Schoonover 6/7-6/21 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$99 3 Sessions Room G02

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) Essentials (.5 Credit) Where HTML is used to define the content of a web page, CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is used to define presentation of that content. This course is designed to show you the basics of CSS, how to convert HTML tags to CSS elements, and how to control those elements via style sheets. RECOmmENdEd: HTML Essentials or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class.

access 2010 Complete (1.5 Credits) (Part 2-3) Begin building the skills needed to use this powerful database management software then learn the more advanced techniques of Microsoft Access. Purchase text at RVC bookstore before first session. RECOMMENDED: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. Bring a flash drive to class. 18 CPDUs. You will learn to: • defi ne database concepts–produce reports • create, build and modify tables–create/modify select queries • create/use a form to enter data into table • strengthen tables–form relationships/format fi elds dPR 089 BLL 6/16-8/11 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/7 & 8/4

Gail Lee M Noon-4:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$189 7 Sessions Room 005

PowerPoint 2010 Essentials (1 Credit) Everything you need to know to assemble and present your own basic PowerPoint presentation. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before first session. RECOmmENdEd: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive and 3.5” 1.44 MB disk to class. 20 CPDUs. You will learn to: • use Slide Master – change color schemes • create charts – create and run slide shows • auto Content Wizard – print handouts and outlines dPR 095 RV 6/23-7/28 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 7/7

Gail Lee M 5:00-9:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$149 5 Session Room 005

CiS 066 RV Jerry Schoonover 6/28-7/19 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr NO CLASS 7/5

$99 3 Sessions Room G02

JavaScript Essentials (.5 Credit) While HTML defines the content of a web document and CSS defines the presentation of that content, JavaScript controls the behavior of the web document. This means that JavaScript makes it possible to add user inter activity to your web document (e.g. form validation, calculations, etc.). This course is designed to give you a basic understanding of the JavaScript scripting language, and how to integrate it into your web documents. RECOmmENdEd: CSS or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. CiS 068 RV Jerry Schoonover 7/26-8/9 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$99 3 Sessions Room G02

Server Side Technologies (.5 Credit) To deliver dynamic web content to your website visitors, you will need to understand various server-side scripting technologies. Using these technologies, you can dynamically edit, change or add any content of a Web Page, respond to user queries and form data, access databases, access files, transform XML, date to HTML data and return the results to a browser, customize a Web page, provide security and access control to Web pages, tailor your output to different types of browsers and more. RECOmmENdEd: Java Script Essentials or equivalent experience. BRiNG: a flash drive to class. CiS 069 RV Jerry Schoonover 8/11-8/25 M 5:15-9:15 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$99 3 Sessions Room G02

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COMPUTER TRAINING Continued

SPECIAL TOPICS Accounting with Computer Software

3-D CAD SKETCH UP SERIES SketchUp is a powerful, yet easyto-learn 3D CAD program. Using a few simple tools, you will learn to create #D drawings. The free version of SketchUp offers most of the same tools used by professional architects all over the world! Students will need to bring either a laptop or desktop computer, flashdrive and a basic 3-button scroll wheel mouse (a programmable 5+ button mouse is preferred).

QuickBooks 2012 Part 1

Beginners Sketch Up 3D Class

(1 Credit) Learn the basics of this powerful financial management program for small business. Recommended: Basic Computer Skills or equivalent experience. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. Bring: a flash drive to class. You will learn to: • work with customer and vendor transactions • bank with QuickBooks • plan and create a new company • work with opening balances and the balance sheet reports

This class is designed to familiarize students with all aspects of the basic version of SketchUp Make. Student do not need to have any prior experience with SketchUp or any other 3D modeling program but should have fundamental computer skills (starting an application and internet navigation) and mouse skills.

DPR 029 RV Richard Bergmark 6/11-7/16 W 5:30-8:45 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

Intermediate SketchUp 3D Class

$145 6 Sessions Room G02

DPR 066 BLL Doug Olson $50 6/11 W 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

This class will cover more advanced commands, and methods to make more involved 3D drawings. Tis course is intended for students with some SketchUp 3D experience and/or have taken the prior Beginner’s class. Students should understand the basic concepts of SketchUp and be able to draw basic 3D models. DPR 066 BLL2 Doug Olson $50 6/18 W 6:00-8:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

$145 6 Sessions Room G02

Marketing Your Business Through Social Networking This course is designed for business owners interested in learning how and why to use social media as part of their marketing strategy. This class will provide a comprehensive overview on the fundamentals of creating and managing social media for your small business. Learn how to grow your social network, gain brand exposure and generate web traffic for your business. Learn about the most popular types of social media, how to interact and attract customers with these media forms and the “do’s and don’ts” of social media etiquette. Information on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, LinkedIn as well as blogging or business will be presented. This timely class will also help you repurpose your business marketing materials into fresh and informative information to add content to your social media venues. DPR 098 RV1 Jerry Schoonover $39 6/9 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Blogging for Small Business (Word Press) Are you looking to gain customers and increase your status in your industry? Blogging may be the answer! Learn how to open a blog account, what to write about in a business blog, as well as how to use material you may already have to create fun and interesting blog posts. We will also explore places to Host your blog including Word Press and others. DPR 098 RV3 Jerry Schoonover $39 6/23 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Pinterest for Small Business

Twitter for Small Business

If you are a small business owner, startup founder, author, or a service professional (such as a local marketer, consultant or social media manager), then this class will be extremely valuable to you. During this class you will learn: • how service based businesses are using pins to get more clients. • what you need to start doing today to get more followers. • get 10x more repins using theses surprising pixel dimensions. • how to easily improve your Search Engine Organization (SEO) using Pinterest...no techy skills required! • learn the secret to creating pins with the crazy high engagement. • how to reap the benefits of social media in less time (HINT: how to get others to do the work FOR you). • 2 ways to tap into the power of Facebook to quickly make you a Pinterest power player and more!! DPR 098 RV4 Jerry Schoonover $39 6/30 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Learn about Twitter and how to use it for your small business. Learn what a “hash tag” is and how to post interesting information about your business and products to gain Twitter followers. Students will open a Twitter account, design a Twitter page and learn the important points of posting for business. DPR 098 RV5 Jerry Schoonover $39 7/7 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Facebook for Small Business Learn about Facebook and how to use it for small business. Students will open an account, set up a Facebook page and learn what Facebook can and can’t do for a small business. Join us to see how to reach out to customers with this social media tool and how to use Facebook time and resources to your advantage. DPR 098 RV2 Jerry Schoonover $39 6/16 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

EBAY: Buying & Selling This class will focus on how to buy and sell items on EBAY’s online auction. Participants who want to take advantage of this hands-on training should already be registered with EBAY. Otherwise you may also choose to observe the buying and selling process that will be demonstrated during the class. RECOMMENDED: Computer Basics ll, Internet or equivalent experience. OSB 096 BLL Brad Stanton $49 6/7 Sa 8:30 am-12:30 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

Evernote Organizational Program This program will help you organize your “to do” list, projects, notes, recipes, genealogy and more. You’ll learn how to add information from websites, web info and pictures, how to Sync information across computers, smartphones, tablets and any device with internet access. Learn to edit, share and organize your notes. RECOMMENDED: Computer Basics l or equivalent experience. DPR 025 RV Kathe Mundinger $59 8/8-8/15 F 1:30-4:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

COMPUTER TRAINING Continued • CONSTRUCTION / HOME

Storing Information on the Cloud (.5 Credits) Learn about different Cloud storage sites and amounts available such as Dropbox, Cloud, Googledrive, Skydrive and Sugarsync. Learn advantages of different storage sites, new storage contenders on the market, syncing information from your computer to online storage for backup, deleting content from the Cloud, free or fee storage, sharing information on storage with others and how to utilize storage on all your devices. RECOMMENDED: Computer Basics l or equivalent experience. DPR 090 BLL Kathe Mundinger $69 7/11-7/18 F 1:30-5:30 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 005

Adobe Photoshop CS5 (1 Credit) Learn how to correct and enhance your photos with Adobe Photoshop CS5. You will learn how to retouch and enhance your photos through hands-on experience. You will learn how to use many of the tools to edit your photos and images including selection tools, resizing and cropping, removing red eye, re-coloring certain areas of your photo, contrast and brightness and filters and many other techniques to correct those photos you thought were useless. Purchase text at RVC bookstore before class. Bring: a flash drive to store pictures used in the class. RECOMMENDED: Computer Basics l or equivalent experience. DPR 042 RV Gail Lee $139 6/9-7/7 M 1:15-4:15 pm 5 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

CLASSES FOR YOUR MAC/apple

Word 2011 for Mac Computers

Mac for Newcomers (.5 Credits) This introductory class is designed for the NEW Mac user or individuals with little or NO Mac experience and are interested in learning how to get around the Mac computer. Your will learn the desktop, menu bar, how to use the mouse and dock, basic windows, menu features including finder and file handling. Bring: a flash drive to class. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore before the first session. DPR 019 RV Tony Lamia 6/6-6/27 F 9:00 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$99 4 Sessions Room 152

Mac Applications (.5 Credits) This course is a continuation of Mac for Newcomers. It will cover the basic functions of iCal, iDVD, iPhoto, iMovie and iTunes. Mac for Newcomers or equivalent experience with Mac computers. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. RECOMMENDED: Mac for Newcomers or equivalent experience with Mac computers. DPR 015 RV Tony Lamia 7/11-8/1 F 9:00 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$99 4 Sessions Room 152

(.5 Credits) This course will cover the basics of Word for Mac from Microsoft Office 2011, including: creating Word files; review all menus, toolbars & views; enter/move/find/replace text; how to use: Help, AutoText, AutoCorrect, Spelling and Grammar check, MacPage Layout, headers & hooters, page numbers, formatting text and paragraphs, tabs, styles and table of contents; and working with graphics and creating tables. RECOMMENDED: Mac for Newcomers or equivalent experience with Mac computers. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore. DPR 023 RV2 Tony Lamia 8/8-8/29 F 9:00 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

Getting Started with an iPhone You will learn to use the apps that come with your iPhone including mail, Internet, music and more. Plus we will use the App Store to purchase and download many useful and fun apps. Bring: your iPhone to class. DPR 051 RV1 Jerry Schoonover $39 8/4 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

Getting Started with an iPad Learn how to organize, explore and maximize your new digital device. Pinch, swipe, tap and shake your way through the features and functions including photos, videos, calendar and various apps. Find some hidden gems and tips to make you a confident and proud iPad owner. Bring: your iPad to class. DPR 051 RV Jerry Schoonover $39 7/28 M 6:00-9:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room G02

CONSTRUCTION / HOME Build Your Potential

Home Inspection Licensure Program – On-Line (5 credits) This self-paced on-line class requires reading from the book – Home Reference Book; ISBN: 0-7931-8093-7. You will be building a home inspection report as you travel through the program. Each section has a quiz to confirm that you have the knowledge to proceed. These quizzes can be taken from your home. The lessons will require you to answer questions as you read through the book. You will have full access to Charles Bellefontaine and Corey Friedman during, and after the classes as support while you build your business. This online class does not include the required 10 hours of live training (lab time) you need in order to sit for the state exam. You will have the option of attending one of our 5 live field training classes at no additional cost, or you can set up a time with a field trainer for an additional fee of approx. $150/day. For more information e-mail bellefontained@gmail.com. Field Training BUS 095 Bellman Group 5/17 Sa 8:00 am-6:00 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$450 1 Session Room G11

SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: Fill out a registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail and mail in with payment, refer to Course # BUS 095.

$99 4 Sessions Room 152

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

DISTANCE / ON-LINE EDUCATION

DISTANCE / ON-LINE EDUCATION Learning that fits your life!

Prepare for the hottest careers from the comfort of your home. Affordable, self-paced, on-line certificate programs that train you for the latest, in-demand job skill. On-line training is flexible anytime, anywhere learning. Look at what we have to offer and start training today. Begin your On-Line Learning Today! 1. Go to RockValleyCollege.edu/CPEOnline 2. Follow directions for “Getting Started” 3. NOTE: First time students complete registration form, found at back of schedule 4. If you need assistance-call Continuing Education at (815) 921-3900

Instructor led six-week courses or career training at own pace, over 200 courses available. (Courses offered monthly). CPDUs available. • Accounting/Finance • Law & Legal • Business • Personal Development • Computer Applications • Design & Composition • Technology • Health Care & Medical • Writing & Publishing • Language & Art • Teaching & Education Graduate Credit

Ed2Go Career Training Programs Online open enrollment programs designed to provide skills necessary to acquire professional level positions. • Healthcare and Fitness • Hospitality and Service Industry • Business and Professional • Skilled Trade and Industrial • IT and Software Development • Sustainable Energy/Going Green • Media and Design

Language Survival for the Workplace, business or travel. • Dutch • Occupational Spanish • Mandarin Chinese • German • Public Safety Spanish

• Italian • French • Spanish (Latin America) • Portugese

The latest advancement in test preparation-ACT, GRE®, GMAT®, and LSAT®. Includes all areas of the exam, CD-ROM & Official retired tests.

• Pharmacy Technician • Phlebotomy Technician • EKG Technician • Dialysis Technician • Medical Billing & Coding • Dental Assisting • ECG / EKG Course for Nurses • Medical Terminology • Medical Coding ICD-10 Update • Medical Administrative Assistant

midwest Paralegal

Workforce Education

“Unique cooperative year long entry-level certificate program created by a paralegal for paralegals”. (Check start dates)

• Business & Management • Project Management and Quality • Healthcare • Green Technology • Criminal Technology and Law • IT, Software and Web Development

• Paralegal Jurisprudence • Paralegal Research • Paralegal Litigation • Paralegal Management • Paralegal Career

Offering On-Line Training for manufacturing Environments On-Line Test Prep Courses

Courses developed through a partnership with leading education organizations, including: Pearson Education, E-College and Condensed Curriculum International.

• Precision Measurement for Machinists • Mastering CNC Lathe • Mastering CNC Machining Centers

View all on-line partner programs at RockValleyCollege.edu/CPEOnline.

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS

EduCaTiONaL ENdEaVORS Increase Your Knowledge

FOR EduCaTORS & PaRENTS! Enhance your professional or personal development that directly affects teaching and learning. Take your knowledge back to the classroom and home. Educators look for the APPLE and earn CPDUs approved by the Illinois State Board of Education. Please let the instructor know when taking a class for CPDUs. NOTE: Must attend all sessions to earn CPDUs. HOLLy LaZZERiNi-maTHuR has 20+ years of experience in the field of special education and has been teaching in this field for several years. She has a Masters degree in regular and special education administration specializing in various areas of impairments.

Special Education disability Laws If you or someone you know has a disability and would like to know their rights in the work place, school, at IEP meetings, and just in general. This class will introduce you to the possibilities of knowing and understanding the rights of persons with a disability. 4 CPDU’s SOC 010 RV1 6/17-6/24 RVC Student Ctr

Holly Lazzerini-mathur T 3:00-5:00 pm

$49 2 Sessions Room 1222

CONNiE mESSiNa, M.S. is an educator with over 30 years experience teaching and counseling children of diverse backgrounds in the K-12 school system. She has also taught graduate students at San Diego State University, The University of San Diego, and the University of North Dakota. Connie is a former “Counselor of the Year” for San Diego County, past president of the California School Counselor’s Association and past president of the California Counseling Association. She is the author of Brain-friendly Guidance Activities to Build Emotional Intelligence, and is the producer/director of the documentary fi lm: From the Outside Looking in; the Crisis of Illiteracy in America.

Learning How to Learn (1 Credit) “Humans are biologically designed to survive, and the single greatest competitive advantage is the ability to learn.” Eric Jensen Connie Messina utilizes her successful experience as a K-12 teacher, school counselor, and counselor educator to share her favorite strategies for becoming an excellent learner and an excellent teacher. In her travels to Australia, New Zealand, and Mondragon Spain, Connie found that indigenous people were rejecting the formal, rigid style of learning for a more nurturing and “brain-friendly” approach. Neuroscientists say that it is the way the brain learns best. Teachers who want higher student test scores and well- behaved students, and parents who want their children to be more successful will benefit from learning these “Brain-friendly” skills. Everyone can learn to present material in a way that is enjoyable and memorable. Purchare text at RVC 15 CPDU’s bookstore. Edu 034 RV Connie messina $95 6/16-6/19 MTWTh 9:00 am-1:00 pm 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 141

KETTa maRTELL has been the executive administrator for My First School in Loves Park Il since 2008 when she opened it. She holds an MBA and currently is working towards earning a Ph.D. Ketta has over 16 years of teaching and working with children and conducts research on learning and play for her doctoral program.

Learning Through Play You will learn about the five elements of active learning, its benefits and, positive outcomes. Gain knowledge on what is active learning and how to transform their child care setting and home for active learning. Edu 011 RV Ketta martell 6/14 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

The Crisis of illiteracy in america (.5 Credit) “Adult illiteracy carries an estimated price tag of seventeen billion dollars annually.” (National Institute for Literacy) Experts agree that education must improve; however, few can articulate new ideas or strategies. This course explores the growing problem of illiteracy which contributes to our social ills and threatens the very strength of our nation. Connie Messina presents a documentary film of her experience as a literacy advocate for an adult friend. She documents an eight- year struggle to find the causes of and successful solutions for this hidden crisis in America. Purchase text book at RVC bookstore. 8 CPDU’s Edu 030 RV Connie messina $48 7/7-7/10 MTWTh 10:00 am-Noon 4 Sessions RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 141

i Know Where it Goes! Organizing your Play Room The participant will earn how to label and store materials so children can find and return their play items. Learn strategies for equipping the play space to encourage creativity by using interesting free, found, and recyclable materials. Learn the guidelines for selecting toys and materials and innovative ideas for materials. SPC 004 RV Ketta martell 6/28 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

The Gifts of infancy – development from Birth to Three

a Smoother day – Schedules & Routines

You will learn the developmental milestones of the first year and how to reach those milestones from birth to three. Strategies for building trusting relationships with infants will be explored.

You will gain knowledge of the importance of developing a daily schedule, scheduling procedures and time organizing methods. You will also learn techniques for developing schedules to match the growing needs of the children in their care. This course will help the participant learn the importance of daily routines and the benefits of a predictable and consistent daily routine.

Edu 013 RV Ketta martell 7/12 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

Edu 011 RV2 Ketta martell 6/21 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

Caregiver interactions – What you Say is important You’ll learn techniques to enhance caregiver-child interactions and how to identify tantrums and power struggles and how to turn negative situations to positive. Learn the two types of choices that exist for children and how to help children make choices. Edu 011 RV3 Ketta martell 7/19 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS Continued

Online aCT Test Prep Cambridge Educational Services, the largest provider of Test Prep curriculum to colleges, universities, and high schools in the U.S., has partnered with Continuing Education to bring you the latest advancement in test preparation. The course covers all areas of the exam and the price includes a Computer Adaptive CD-ROM and Official Retired Test(s). The Cambridge Six-Step Approach includes: Diagnostic testing and assessment service; Basic skills review; Problem-solving concepts and strategies; Practice test reinforcement; Final exam, assessment report and review; and Personal study plan. Official pre- and post-tests document score improvements. Students will receive a password within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. All materials included. 2-Month Access - $225 4-Month Access - $250

GRE®, GmaT®, and LSaT® Test Prep Two web course

packages to choose from:

EaRN CPdu CREdiTS ONLiNE! www.ed2go.com/rvcteach

$99 for a 6-week session

We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Most courses are $99 for a 6-week session. Upon successful completion of each course, you will be awarded 24 CPDUs. For complete instructions for CPDUs and a complete listing of courses/descriptions—go to www.ed2go.com/rvcteach. SPECiFiC REGiSTRaTiON PROCEduRE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail and mail to us, refer to Course # Ed2Go-teach. Next register on-line at www.ed2go.com/rvcteach. Follow instructions at the partner website. Call our office for help (815) 921-3900. Spanish & Chinese Language for CPdus – See page 48.

Pearl On Line: $225

Look What i Can do! understanding Preschool development The participants will gain an understanding of preschool development, facts about brain development in preschool-aged children and how to recognize the individuality of children. Gain strategies to support preschool children’s thinking. Edu 013 RV2 Ketta martell 7/26 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

Partners with Children Playing and Learning Together Participants will learn techniques to enhance caregiver-child interactions as well as how to play and teach through letting children lead and interactive communication and building partnerships. This course will help the participants learn how to engage children to talk and letting the child speak. SPC 015 RV4 Ketta martell 8/2 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

Turning Conﬂicts into Learning i Learn strategies and methods for conflict situations that will help develop important social skills in children. You will also learn to use natural or logical consequences as alternatives to punishment and strategies for setting limits. SPC 015 RV5 Ketta martell 8/9 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

SPC 015 RV6 Ketta martell 8/16 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math

$39 1 Session Room 0202

Working with Families Participants will learn positive open communication strategies for building relationships with families. You will also learn methods of coordinating activities in their childcare setting to increase parental involvement and how to resolve concerns and issues about working with families through professional peer-to peer discussions. This course will help you learn how to involve the family. SPC 015 RV7 Ketta martell $39 8/23 Sa 9:00-11:30 am 1 Session RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0202

• 2 months of Lessons • Knowledge-Measuring Quizzes • Timed Warm-up Tests for Each Subject • Class Grade Book & Progress Tracking

RVC BOOKSTORE

diamond On Line: $250

• 4 months of Pearl On Line • Pre- and Post-Assessments • Paper-based or Online Assessment Reports • On Line Cambridge Practice Tests SPECiFiC REGiSTRaTiON PROCEduRE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail and mail with payment to us, refer to Course # ACT-CCE. Students will receive a password within 24 hours after registering and can complete the web course program at any time-day or night. All materials included.

Student Center, Ground Level rvc.bncollege.com or (815) 921-1680. For spring hours and to order or view used and new textbooks, visit us online at www.whywaitforbooks.com.

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

RVC HiGH SCHOOL CONNECTiONS Earn College Credit, While in High School High School students have an opportunity to earn college credit. Students can take classes on Rock Valley College campuses with approval from their high school and receive both college and high school credit. Visit RockValleyCollege.edu/HSConnections or contact the High School Connections office at (815) 921-4080 for more details.

EMERGENCY TRAINING • HEALTH

EMERGENCY TRAINING Anticipate, Plan, Focus

Paramedic Training

EMT Training

If you are an EMT and want to become a paramedic, now is the time to start! The Paramedic Program will begin in January, 2014 and will be held at Rock Valley College, Stenstrom Center for Career Education.

Emergency Medical Technician

Paramedics work with ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, clinics, and blood banks. The need for emergency medical response by trained ambulance personnel has seen a persistent growth over the last five years. Hospitals, private ambulance services and local career and volunteer fire departments are increasing their services to meet the emergency response needs of the community. Paramedics provide advanced life support pre-hospital care to patients on an emergency scene and during transport to a medical facility. Paramedics are trained in Cardiology, Pharmacology, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and the use of associated equipment used to support advanced life support operations. Students who successfully complete this 2-year program will be prepared to challenge the National Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Exam (NREMTP). Upon successful completion, the examination graduates will be nationally certified to perform Advanced Life Support (ALS) measures under the directions of an emergency medical director.

NEW BEGINNING CLASS JANUARY 2015

(9 Credits) This course is designed to train police, fire, first responder and rescue personnel and persons interested in the techniques of basic emergency medical care. The curriculum is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and the U.S. Department of Transportation, will prepare students for the Illinois State and/or National Emergency Medical Technician – Basic Certification examination. Students will be required to actively participate as both rescuers and victims in skills practice during psycho motor labs. Students will also be required to pass written and practical skills examinations and participate in ambulance/hospital clinical experiences to become eligible to sit for the National Registry of the Emergency Medical Technicians examination. PREREQUISITES: 18 years of age, 20/20 vision with correction, hear normally with correction, sound physique, not possessing any infirmity of body or mind, which might render you unfit to perform duties. Bring: to first class: driver’s license and high school diploma or GED, and proof of current immunizations. Purchase text at Rock Valley College Bookstore before the first class. Call to be put on a notification list for summer course (815) 921-3900. HLT 038 RFD Debbie Niedermeier, EMT $860 5/12-7/24 MTThSa 6:00-10:00 pm 11 Weeks Rockford Health Systems 2623 Edgemont St. EMS Building 92% PLACEMENT RATE

Homeland Security Terrorism Prevention Certificate On-line Training for Law Enforcement or Fire Service Professionals (.5 Credit) The Institute for Preventive Strategies, a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Training Partner is offering a Homeland Security Terrorism Prevention Certificate Course for Law Enforcement Professionals and Fire Service Professionals– DHS Certified Courses. These eight-hour web-based courses take a unique approach that engages learners in an online simulation, forcing them to make real life decisions. The game-like introductory exercise allows the Law Enforcement Officer or the Firefighter to experience the eminent threat of a terrorist attack first hand through a series of choices leading to a related and reasonable conclusion. Topics include: collaboration, information sharing, recognizing threats, managing risks, and deciding to intervene. This program is offered at no charge for those working in the Law Enforcement and Security professions or Firefighters, and is designed to conveniently fit your busy schedule. Upon successful completion students will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Institute for Preventive Strategies and Rock Valley College. SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this catalog) include e-mail, reference to Terrorism Prevention Certificate and whether in Law or Fire Service. Call our office for help (815) 921-3900.

100% PLACEMENT RATE

HEALTH

Discover the Possibilities

TRAINING FOR DIETARY MANAGERS IN HEALTH CARE FACILITIES Students must be working in the food service and/or Dietetics Department of a Health Care Facility and must demonstrate leadership abilities. Enrollment requires a recommendation of the health care facility administrator and a registered dietitian. Students will have a total of 120 hours of classroom instruction and 162 hours of practical, on-the-job experience (50 of these hours must be spent one-on-one with a registered dietitian or certified dietary manager). The complete course continues for 42 weeks, three sessions in August to June. Completion of the three sessions, Management of Food Service Operations, Medical Nutrition Therapy and Food Safety & Human Resource Management meets the state requirements for dietary managers in Health care facilities and Association for Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals (ANFP). Sessions may be taken in any order. Contact ANFP at 1-800-323-1908 or anfponline.org to purchase textbook. Students must have a high school diploma or GED and the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certification before enrolling in this course.

Management of Food Service Operations August start date, check online for more information at: RockValleyCollege.edu/Dietary

Recertification for CNA’s (.5 Credit) If your CNA Certification has lapsed for 24 or more months, you may be eligible to recertify. If you have had a finger print criminal background check within 10 years, register for the class by going online, coming into our office or mail a registration form with a check. If you would like a CNA skills review packet, please email rvc-cpe@rockvalleycollege.edu to request one. If you have not had a finger print criminal background check within 10 years, please contact the CNA department at RVC at 815-921-3264 and let them know you need a finger print back ground check for CNA recertification. When your finger print back ground check is complete, follow the registration process stated above. NRS 031 (1) 6/12 Stenstrom Ctr

Sandy Andersen Th 5:00-9:00 pm 4151 Samuelson Rd.

$199 1 Session Room 151

NRS 031 (2) 7/8 Stenstrom Ctr

Sandy Andersen T 5:00-9:00 pm 4151 Samuelson Rd.

$199 1 Session Room 151

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

Exploring Healthcare Career Programs – An Overview This overview is intended for students who want to prepare for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career in healthcare. This informational session will give prospective students information and details on the Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, EKG Technician and Clinical Medical Assistant programs. In addition; the new on-line components will be discussed. Course content, job outlook and certification requirement information will be provided. It is recommended that you attend this free session before registering for any of the following courses. If you cannot attend this informational session, please call the Continuing Education Office to request an Information Packet that includes detailed outlines for all programs-(815) 921-3900. (For specific program questions, please call Condensed Curriculum Staff at 866-702-9742.) HLT 068 RV2 Condensed Curriculum Staff FREE 5/20 T 6:00-7:30 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 141

Dental Assisting (6 Credits) The 60 hour Dental Assisting Program prepares students for entry-level positions in one of the fastest growing health care positions – Dental Assisting. The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with all areas of pre-clinical dental assisting and provide training in the professional skills required to function as and assistant in the dental practice. This course covers the following key areas and topics – Administrative Aspects include: the history of dentistry and dental assisting; introduction to the dental office; the legal aspects of dentistry; policies and guidelines. Clinical Aspects include: introduction to oral anatomy; dental operatory; dental equipment, introduction to tooth structure; primary and permanent teeth; the oral cavity and related structures; proper patient positioning; dental hand-pieces; sterilization; and other areas. In addition to entry-level administrative jobs, this course is ideal for students interested in pursuing a future formal Dental Hygienist program. There is no state or national certification objective with this course. All materials and student insurance are included in the course cost. Note: Students will be given the opportunity to participate in a two-week rotation/clinical at a local dentist’s office upon successful completion of this program.

HEALTH Continued

Clinical Medical Assistant (10 Credits) This program will train students to assist physicians by performing functions related to the clinical responsibilities of a medical office. Instruction includes among other things preparing patients for examination and treatment, routine laboratory procedures, diagnostic testing, technical aspects of phlebotomy and the cardiac life cycle. Students will review important topics including phlebotomy, pharmacology, the proper use and administration of medications, taking and documenting vital signs, cardiology including proper lead placements, a 12 lead EKG, a professional workplace behavior, ethics and the legal aspects of healthcare. This program includes 140-hours of classroom lecture, hands on labs and an optional 160-hour clinical externship. Tuition includes all textbooks, supplies and the clinical externship coordination (see below.) Note: Upon successful completion of this program (140 hours of classroom instruction), students will be given the opportunity to take the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) national examination for an additional cost. An optional 160-hour clinical externship opportunity will be offered at a healthcare service provider located within 50 miles of Rock Valley College (students must provide their own transportation). To be eligible for the 160-hour clinical externship, students must successfully complete the 140-hour program. Students must also meet the requirements of the healthcare provider (requirements may include a background check, drug screening, CPR, healthcare insurance, immunizations, physical exam, etc.) Note: This program is not a state accredited Certified Medical Assistant program (which is typically a 1-2 year degree program) and you are not qualified to take the Certified Medical Assistant exam (CMA). HLT 050 RV 7/7-9/29 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/9, 8/23, 9/6, 9/13 & 9/27 Stenstrom Ctr NO CLASS 9/1

Condensed Curriculum Staff $2,399 MW 6:00-9:30 pm 16 Weeks Sa 9:00 am-4:30 pm 4151 Samuelson Rd.

Room 158

HLT 053 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,299 6/19-8/21 MTh 6:00-9:30 pm 9 Weeks RVC Student Ctr Room 1224 NO CLASS 6/30 & 7/3

Pharmacy Technician (3 Credits) This comprehensive 50 hour course will prepare students to enter the pharmacy field and take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board’s PTCB exam. Technicians work in hospitals, home infusion pharmacies, community pharmacies and other health care settings – working under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. Course content includes medical terminology specific to the pharmacy, reading and interpreting prescriptions and defining drugs by generic and brand names. Students will learn dosage calculations, I.V. flow rates, drug compounding, dose conversions, dispensing of prescriptions, inventory control and billing and reimbursement. Recommended: Students should have taken math and science in high school. A high school diploma or GED is required to sit for the PTCB exam. There is no job placement for this course. All materials and student insurance are included in the course cost. HLT 056 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,005 6/16-8/11 MW 6:00-9:30 pm 9 Weeks Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 169 NO CLASS 6/30 & 7/2

Medical Billing and Coding Program

Medical Administrative Assistant (4.5 Credits) This 70-hour course prepares students to function effectively in many of the administrative and clerical positions in the healthcare industry. Administrative Medical Assistants, Medial Secretary, Medical Records Clerk, and Health Unit Coordinators are all positions in great demand. This program covers important entry-level background information on anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, insurance billing and coding, medical ethics, customer service and legal aspects. This program is intended to provide students with a well-rounded introduction to medical administration so that a student can gain the necessary skills required - to either obtain or advance to a healthcare administration position. Note: This program will prepare you to meet the requirements of the National Healthcare Association’s (NHA)-Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) national certification exam. The CMAA exam will be given following the completion of this course for an additional charge. There is no job placement for this course. All materials are included in the course cost. HLT 054 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,299 6/16-9/3 MW 6:00-9:30 pm 11 Weeks Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 321 NO CLASS 9/1

EKG Technician Certification (3 Credits) This comprehensive 50 hour EKG Technician Certification Program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians and to take the ASPT – Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician exam and other National Certification Exams. This course will include important practice and background information on anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography and stress testing. Additionally, students will practice with EKG equipment and perform hands on labs including introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, the normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices. Note: The ASPT Electrocardiograph Technician exam will be given following the completion of this course for an additional charge. All materials and student insurance are included in the course cost. There is no job placement for this course. Current Healthcare Provider CPR required. HLT 044 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,019 6/17-8/12 TTh 6:00-9:30 pm 8 Weeks Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 155 NO CLASS 7/1 & 7/3

(5 Credits) This combined 80 hour billing and coding course offers the skills needed to solve insurance billing problems, how to manually file claims (using the CPT and ICD-9 manual), complete common insurance forms, trace delinquent claims, appeal denied claims and use generic forms to streamline billing procedures. The course covers the following areas: CPT (Introduction, Guidelines, Evaluation and Management), specialty fields (such as surgery, radiology and laboratory), ICD-9 (Introduction and Guidelines) and basic claims processes for medical insurance and third party reimbursements. Students will learn how to find the service and codes using manuals, (CPT, ICD-9 and HCPCS). Note: Students who complete this course, may be qualified to sit for the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC-Apprentice), and/ or other National Certification Exams - additional cost. After obtaining the practical work experience (6 months to 2 years), students can obtain the AAPC CPC® designation. (All materials are included in the tuition fee.) There is no job placement for this course. HLT 069 RV Condensed Curriculum Staff $1,499 6/16-8/28 MTh 6:00-9:30 pm 7/12 & 8/2 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 11 Weeks RVC Classroom Bldg II Room 126 NO CLASS 6/30, 7/3 & 7/5

HEALTH Continued

HEaLTHCaRE E-LEaRNiNG Rock Valley College is now offering our new Health Ed Today E-learning courses starting. These courses are highly interactive and provide students with an enriched learning experience. These courses were developed through a partnership with leading education organizations including Pearson Education, E-College and Condensed Curriculum International. NOTE: ask us about national or state certification opportunities through these courses! Courses include: • 24 hour a day instructor support & course mentors • engaging labs, student exercises and course videos • all textbooks, workbooks and student materials • a new “Career Services” website – to help students advance in their career The following courses are available to you anytime: • Pharmacy Technician – $1,299 • EKG Technician – $1,299 • • Medical Billing & Coding – $1,399 • Medical Coding ICD-10 Update – $999 • Medical Administrative Assistant – $1,299 • Clinical Medical Assistant – $2,499 • Electronic Health Records – $1,299 • Phlebotomy Technician – $1,299 • Dialysis Technician – $1,299 • Dental Assisting – $1,299 • Medical Terminology – $499 • ECG / EKG Course for Nurses – $699 Visit us online at www.healthedtoday.com/RockValleyCollege to experience a Course Demo and to learn more about these exciting new courses!

FiRST aid aNd CPR TRaiNiNG SERiES dEB WEBB is a certified Basic Life Support Instructor, Medic First Aid with the American Heart Association.

Healthcare Provider CPR Renewal This course is for currently certified healthcare providers, whose certificate is ready to expire. This class will recertify you in H.P., CPR, and AED through the American Heart Association. Purchase optional text at class for approx. $15. HLT 008 RV 6/7 Bell School Rd. Ctr

deb Webb Sa 9:00-Noon 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$49 1 Session Room 004

This course is designed for the healthcare provider only. This includes nursing students and medical students. Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a two-year certification in CPR through the American Heart Association. Learn CPR today for your job and for the potential to save the life of a loved one or friend. Tuition includes cost of textbook. PREREQuiSiTE: Must be in healthcare, nursing or a medical student.

HLT 008 RV2 7/9 Bell School Rd. Ctr

deb Webb W 5:00-8:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$49 1 Session Room 002

HLT 008 RV3 8/2 Bell School Rd. Ctr

deb Webb Sa 10:00 am-1:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$49 1 Session Room 001

HLT 001 RV 6/7 Bell School Rd. Ctr

deb Webb Sa 9:00 am-1:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$69 1 Session Room 004

Heart Saver CPR – Pediatric First aid

We offer a wide range of highly interactive courses for healthcare that you can take entirely over the Internet. All of our courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. Our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Visit www.ed2go.com/rvc to explore the many course offerings. Most courses are $99 for a 6-week session.

HLT 001 RV2 7/9 Bell School Rd. Ctr

deb Webb W 5:00-9:00 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

$69 1 Session Room 002

HLT 001 RV3 8/2 Bell School Rd. Ctr

deb Webb $69 Sa 10:00 am-2:00 pm 1 Session 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

SPECIFIC REGISTRATION PROCEDURE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail to us, refer to Course # Ed2Go. Next register on-line at www. ed2go.com/rvc. Follow instructions at the partner website. Call our office for help (815) 921-3900.

Heart Saver First aid CPR/aEd

SPECiFiC REGiSTRaTiON PROCEduRE: First fill out the registration form (located at the last page of this schedule) include e-mail and mail to us, refer to Course # HealthEd. Next register on-line at www.healthedtoday.com/RockValleyCollege. Follow instructions at the partner website. Call our office for help (815) 921-3900. For course details call toll free 1-888-574-6218.

On-line Courses for Healthcare Through Ed2Go

Spanish for Health Care On-Line Course – page 41

Healthcare Provider – CPR/aEd

(.5 Credit) Lay rescuer for CPR AED. HLT 019 RV deb Webb $89 6/21 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 1106 (.5 Credit) HLT 019 RV2 deb Webb $89 8/9 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

(.5 Credit) Learn how to manage a pediatric injury or illness until professional help arrives. In emergency situations you can make a difference. This course covers CPR/AED for adults and children and infant CPR. Injury, medical and environmental emergencies will be covered. Injury prevention will also be discussed. This program is designed to meet daycare center regulations. Tuition includes the cost of textbook. One-half hour break on own. HLT 009 RV 7/26 Bell School Rd. Ctr

deb Webb $89 Sa 9:00 am-3:00 pm 1 Session 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 001

PRE-REGISTRATION & PAYMENT

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CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR MASSAGE THERAPISTS All courses open to the general public or for CE hours for massage therapists through NCBTMB Providers. SHARYN GOODER, is the founder of Stateline Reiki and a nationally trained Traditional Usui Reiki Master Teacher through the International Center for Reiki Training (ICRT) and has been teaching the discipline since 2002. CEU provider for the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. Sharyn is For more information visit Sharyn’s web site at www.StatelineReiki.com.

Reiki Level I (.5 Credit) Reiki Level l offers 8 CEU’s with the NCBTMB. Reiki is an energy work modality which has captured the attention of allopathic medicine, complementary healthcare, and consumers worldwide. An ancient, hands-on healing technique, Reiki is capable of deeply stimulating the relaxation response, and holistically supporting the body in its own innate power to self-correct and restore health and well-being. This training places you in the center of the growing spotlight of public and professional interest in Reiki and empowers you with the tools and techniques necessary to be more versatile in successfully addressing client concerns. Reiki is also one of the few energy work modalities which includes a self-healing protocol, providing you with a rejuvenating practice of self-care. Certificate of Completion for Usui Reiki I as a Reiki level I Practitioner. HLT 022 BC Sharyn Gooder $150 5/31 Sa 8:30 am-5:30 pm 1 Session Bodycraft 461 N. Mulford Rd.

HEALTH Continued Attention Massage Therapists Help to Support the Continuing Education Program! We are determined in keeping the Continuing Education for Massage Therapists growing strong. In order to do that we need feedback in regards to the existing classes being offered, what other classes you would like to see, pricing, times, etc. Rockford has always had a way of supporting local, and we appreciate all feedback you can offer us. Please email all feedback to Jamie Fanara jamie@bodycraft-wellness.com. Thank you and make it a great day! JAMIE FANARA, is the owner of Bodycraft Wellness & Massage Center, LLC and has been a Licensed and Certified Massage and Bodywork Therapist since 2005. She has continued to develop her skills set through continuing education and certification in modalities such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports, Chair, Children, Hot Stone, Prenatal, Esalen, Fijan, Reiki and Craniosacral. Jamie is an NCBTMB Approved Provider # 451792-11.

The Art of Prenatal Massage (1 Credit) Learn how to work muscles during pregnancy, labor, as well as postpartum. This class integrates the general massage therapy knowledge and continues it for the prenatal client. Information about conception, pregnancy, prenatal massage, labor, massage, postpartum, and some general infant massage information will be included. Lecture will include anatomy physiology, diseases of pregnancy, discomforts, stretches, contraindications, aromatherapy, and some baby massage. NOTE: Bring massage table, 2 fitted sheets, 4 flat sheets, 4 pillows, 8 pillowcases, 2 large towels, and non-scented oil to the first class. 16 CE hours for Massage Therapists. FWS 044 BC Jamie Fanara $350 6/21-6/22 SSu 9:00 am-6:00 pm 2 Sessions Bodycraft 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Reiki Level II

SaVE $75! register for both reiki I & II together and save more money. mail registration form (at back of schedule) refer to save option, with check or Call our office for registration procedures (815) 921-3900.

Melissa Paluzzi, LMT, is a licensed massage therapist, and has had a private practice in Rockford for 10 years. She has traveled across the U.S. with Kelly Lott, creator of these innovative therapies, teaching workshops to massage therapists and spas.

Facial Toning Massage (.5 Credit) Students will learn a one hour and a 30 minute hydrotherapy face toning massage treatment while sitting down. The full day is devoted to learning, practicing and receiving a sequential series of massage strokes that affects the facial muscles and neck. Warm moist towels are also included. Students will receive extensive how-to handouts, 12 facial towels, and sample supplies. This treatment has changed the entire practice of many tired hands and stressed out massage therapists! Full size facial massage products and supplies will be available for purchase at a student discount rate. 7 hours CEU’S BRING: Massage table/bolster, 2 sets of sheets, 3 bath towels, 2 hand towels, 1 medium size metal bowl, 1 blanket and 1 hefty trash bag for used towels and sheets. Please do not wear base makeup or perfume/cologne. HLT 060 BC Melissa Paluzzi $150 6/29 Su 9:00 am-5:00 pm 1 Session Bodycraft 461 N. Mulford Rd.

(.5 Credit) Reiki Level ll offers 8 CEU’s with the NCBTMB. This one day course is the follow up training to Level I. The second level of Reiki training offers tools and techniques to help deepen your Reiki practice, empowering you to use tools to further boost the healing power of Reiki as well as instruction in how to use specific Reiki techniques to offer distance and group healings. PREREQUISITE: Reiki Certification Training Level I (student must provide a copy of Reiki level I certificate if not previously trained by instructor). Certificate of Completion for Usui Reiki II as a Reiki level II Practitioner. HLT 034 BC Sharyn Gooder $175 6/1 Su 8:30 am-5:30 pm 1 Session Bodycraft 461 N. Mulford Rd.

Migraine Miracle® Cold Stone Therapy

Fundamentals of Craniosacral Therapy (1 Credit) The foundation of this course is based on the gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the function of the physiological body system called the Craniosacral systemcomprised of membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds and protect the brain and spinal cord. Through technique and intention, students will learn to feel the gentle and rhythmic flow of the “cranial wave”. Students will also be able to recognize certain restrictions that a body can hold, and if released, can improve function throughout the entire body. By complementing the body’s natural healing processes, CST is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction. NOTE: Bring Massage table, 2 fitted sheets, 2 flat sheets, 2 pillowcases, & 1 blanket to class. 16 CE hours for Massage Therapists. FWS 042 BC Jamie Fanara $350 8/23-8/24 SSu 9:00 am-6:00 pm 2 Sessions Bodycraft 461 N. Mulford Rd.

50 million people a year suffer form headaches and an increasing number want a more natural yet powerful way to get relief. The heart of the Migraine Miracle is the fusion os custom designed cold marble stones that contour along key headache sites comfortably to decrease the pressure of dilated blood vessels, essential oils with combinations developed specifically to counteract the top four headache causes and headache point release techniques. This treatment is a harmonious therapeutic approach for all kinds of headache pain. Workshop includes a lecture on migraines and hands on practice. Tuition includes how-to handouts, two spa foot towels and certificate of attendance. Marble stones, specialized aromatherapy and instructional DVD will be available for purchase at a student discount rate. 6 Hours for CEU’s. Student Requirements: Please do not wear perfume, perfumed body lotion, cologne or base makeup. Bring: 1 set of sheets, 2 bath towels, 1 hand towel, 2 washcloths (dark color preferred), 1 blanket (per table), and 1 trash bag for used sheets and towels. HLT 015 BC Melissa Paluzzi LMT $145 8/10 Su 9:30 am-4:30 pm 1 Session Bodycraft 461 N. Mulford Rd.

HOSPITALITY • LANGUAGE FOR THE WORKPLACE

HOSPITALITY Prepare for Certification Food Service Certification Learn basic Food Safety principles that will prepare you to take ServSafe Managers Certification Exam created by the National Restaurant Association. REQUIRED ATTENDANCE: Mandatory attendance is required for the full 15 hours. You must arrive promptly by the start time. No exceptions, late-comers will not be admitted to class. RETAKE: If you are retaking the exam, you must notify the Continuing Education Office at (815) 921-3900 before the first class, so we can order the appropriate exam. Bring: your failure notification and a photo ID to class. IMPORTANT: If your Certificate has or will expire by the first class, you must retake the 15 hour class. Register Early! Book included in price.

LANGUAGE FOR THE WORKpLACE Communicate With Confidence

Calling all Educators! – Earn CPDUs Enhance your professional development that directly affects teaching and learning. Take your knowledge back to the classroom and share it with your students. Look for the APPLE and earn CPDUs approved by the Illinois State Board of Education. Please let the instructor know when taking a class for CPDUs. Note: Students must attend all sessions to earn CPDUs. JUDITH BARRERA TULIAN was born in Cordoba, Argentina. Highlights of her career include being a Professor of Native Argentinean Dances for Children, teacher of folkloric Mexican Dances, and Professor, Superior Level of Argentinean Dances. Memberships include Aconcagua Artistic Ballet, Argentina (1974–1976) and Huehuecoyotl Ballet, Mexican Dances, Elgin Community College (1999 -2002).

Intensive Spanish For EveryoneLevel I & ll

NATIONAL CERTIFICATION Food Service Sanitation Certification Course

(Adult) Enjoy learning basic Spanish in this intensive 24 hour course. We will start with the alphabet, then learn Spanish pronunciations, sounds and names of the letters, simple phrases, verbs, and conjugations of the verbs. These tools will be applied to learn how to write a paragraph and the ability to start conversations. This class is for beginners. FOR 021 RV Judith Barrera-Tulian $165 6/2-6/26 MTTh 6:00-8:00 pm 12 Sessions RVC Jacob Ctr for Science & Math Room 0202 Rick Wholey earned a BA in Asian Studies from Cornell University in 1970, majoring in Mandarin Chinese, and an MBA in International Finance from Syracuse University in 1976. He’s now retired after 34 years in international business. Positions included 19 years as Director of International Sourcing with Rockford Products Corporation, plus positions with UTC and Amerock. Has extensive experience with Chinese business opportunities and practices.

(1 Credit) Classroom problem solving will help translate principles to everyday use and encourage participants to share their knowledge with co-workers. Learn basic food service sanitation principles that will prepare you to take the Food Service Certification Exam given in class. HLT 051 RV2 Marilyn Spielman $159 6/2-6/3 MT 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004 HLT 051 RV5 Marilyn Spielman $159 8/22-8/29 F 8:00 am-5:00 pm 2 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

Chinese I

Food Service Refresher Certified food service managers, this class will qualify you for renewal of your Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Food Service Sanitation Managers Certification. Emphasis will be placed on current topics in food service sanitation, including Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) concepts and foods and problems associated with recent food borne illness outbreaks. Important: Bring: a photo ID and your current State of Illinois Food Service Sanitation Certificate to class. If your Certificate has or will expire by the date of the class, you must retake the 15 hour class. Register Early! Note: According to the State of Illinois Guidelines, mandatory attendance is required for five hours. You must arrive promptly by the start time. No exceptions, late-comers will not be admitted to class. Book included in price. HLT 055 RV Marilyn Spielman $60 6/4 W 8:00 am-2:00 pm 1 Session Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

German: Strategies for Self-Study in the Social Media Age (HS-Adult) Develop effective self-study skills in the age of social media and online community oriented learning as a lens for learning German. Using these tools to engrain a robust and readily available base of vocabulary and simple sentence structure examples will establish a frame work to supplement more tradi tional methods for learning German’s sometimes labyrinthine grammar rules. The primary goal of this class is providing useful insight on the mechanics, vocab, and simple applications to students at different levels of German. LAN 808 RV Juoseph Rhein $99 6/10-8/19 T 6:00-8:30 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 229 NO CLASS 7/1

(1 Credit) Increase your marketability! In this era of globalization, communicate with more than half of the world’s population by learning the world’s new second language, Chinese. Focus will be on communicative skills. Course will introduce Chinese Mandarin tones, Pinyin, basic Chinese grammar, vocabulary, and characters. No prerequisite required, although Intro to Chinese would be helpful. Purchase text from RVC Bookstore prior to first class. 20 CPDU’s. FOR 043 RV Richard Wholey $135 7/22-8/21 TTh 6:00-8:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC Classroom Bldg ll Room 121

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

MANUFACTURING / WORKFORCE TRAINING

maNuFaCTuRiNG / WORKFORCE TRaiNiNG Upgrade Your Skills –Learn a New Trade

Forklift Operator Training (.5 Credits) This course will help you become knowledgeable in powered industrial truck (forklift) operation. You will gain valuable knowledge and the skills required to operate a lift truck in a correct and professional manner. O.S.H.A. requires anyone who operates a powered industrial truck to be trained and authorized. Have you been trained? NOTE: to become an “Authorized” or qualified operator, the owner of the forklift must also evaluate you “on-site”. Participants will learn: O.S.H.A. 29CFR 1910.178(1) regulations; Aspects of lift truck operation; Pre Operation inspection, of work area and truck; RECOmmENdEd: handling procedures and load handling; Fueling procedures Gas, Diesel, and Electric. Students will be required to demonstrate practical lift truck operation skills. Trucks covered are, ITA (Industrial Truck Association) Class 1,2,3,4, and 5. For more information, please contact: training@nfcna.com or (815) 568-0061. iSH 025 RFd4 6/20 Nissan Forklift

Nissan Staff $199 F 8:00 am-4:30 pm 1 Session 240 N. Prospect St., Marengo

iSH 025 RFd 7/18 Nissan Forklift

Nissan Staff $199 F 8:00 am-4:30 pm 1 Session 240 N. Prospect St., Marengo

iSH 025 RFd2 8/15 Nissan Forklift

Nissan Staff $199 F 8:00 am-4:30 pm 1 Session 240 N. Prospect St., Marengo

integrated Systems Technology Program What is Integrated Systems Technology? The IST program cross-trains individuals in electrical, electronic and mechanical systems. Students acquire entry-level knowledge of operating, troubleshooting and maintaining the high-tech equipment found in today’s manufacturing environments. Topics covered include electricity, programmable logic controllers (PLC), pneumatics, hydraulics and mechanical systems. This approach allows students to develop skills in multiple areas, rather than one specific skill. For more information on the IST program, call John Jamont at (815) 921-3026.

introduction to Electrical Control Panel Wiring (1 Credit) This course covers the basic procedures and processes necessary to wire electrical control panels. Topics studied include panel types, wire color coding, wire termination, wire bundling, control transformers, control relays, on/off delay timer relays, motor starters, limit switches, pressure switches, and various operator panel input buttons. Students will wire several working control panel circuits over the duration of the course. PREREQUISITE: IST 004 iST 005 RV John Jamont $209 6/2-7/9 MW 5:30-7:30 pm 10 Sessions Stenstrom Ctr 4151 Samuelson Rd. Room 437 NO CLASS 6/30 & 7/2

a CERTiFiEd ROEHL SCHOOL

RockValleyCollege.edu/BPI

CdL – a TRuCK dRiVER TRaiNiNG PROGRam For more information or to request customized training curriculums contact: Mark Sandoval at (815) 921-2076 or M.Sandoval@RockValleyCollege.edu.

GED/ESL

FREE GEd & ENGLiSH aS a SECONd LaNGuaGE

Change your Life and your Future! Get your GEd Now.

FREE ESL Classes Gratuitas de ingles Como Segundo idioma.

DAYTIME AND EVENING CLASSES • CAREER AND COLLEGE ADVISING SERVICES AVAILABLE • MUST BE 17 OR OLDER, NOT ENROLLED IN HIGH SCHOOL

Wherever you live or work, one of our GED and ESL class locations is sure to be convenient for you. Please note, not all locations are available for all skill levels. • • Rock Valley College English and Spanish GED classes and ESL classes 3301 N. Mulford Rd., Rockford

• Harlem High School English GED classes 9th Grade Campus, 1102 Evans Ave., Machesney Park

• Rock Valley College Learning & Opportunity Center English GED classes, 308 W. State St., Rockford

• Hononegah High School English GED classes, 307 Salem St., Rockton

• Rock Valley College Stenstrom Center English and Spanish GED classes and ESL Classes 4151 Samuelson Rd., Rockford

• La Voz Latina Spanish GED classes and ESL classes, 730 N. Church St., Rockford

• Banner of Truth international/ Joyner Neighborhood Resource Center English GED classes, 1401 W. State St., Rockford • Belvidere High School ESL classes, 1500 East Ave., Belvidere • Belvidere North High School English and Spanish GED classes, 9393 Beloit Rd., Belvidere • Blackhawk Courts English GED classes and ESL classes 338 15th Ave., Rockford • Crusader Community Health ESL classes, 1100 Broadway, Rockford • Crusader Community Health-West State English GED classes, 1200 W. State St., Rockford

• Northwest Community Center English GED classes, 1325 N. Johnston Ave., Rockford • Our Savior’s Lutheran Church ESL Classes, 3300 Rural St., Rockford • St. Elizabeth’s Center ESL classes, 1536 S. Main St., Rockford • Washington Park Community Center English GED classes, 3617 Delaware St., Rockford

Call (815) 921-2000 or visit RockValleyCollege.edu/Community/adultEd

Questions? Call (815) 921-2000

CLR • EXPLORE RVC

The Center for Learning in Retirement In addition to all of the wonderful classes you see listed on the pages of this brochure, Rock Valley College also offers a wide variety of classes and activities for people aged 50+ through our Center for Learning in Retirement. The Center offers a great opportunity to participate in interesting and informative classes, bus trips, social events, a fitness program, special interest groups, volunteer opportunities, and much more! CLR is an affiliate of the Road Scholar Institute Network and has over 2,000 members who enjoy a wide variety of lifelong learning opportunities.

Call (815) 921-3931

A yearly membership fee of $25* entitles you to: • Register for spring, summer or fall courses • The Center’s newsletter, published four times a year • Join a special interest group • Register for trips and social events– at a discounted member rate • Register for the Golden Eagles Fitness Program–exercise designed for Center members • Opportunities to serve on one or more of the planning committees *Scholarships are available for those with financial need (inquiries are confidential). Accommodations for disabilities are available.

or visit RockValleyCollege.edu/CLR

RVC ALUMNI • AFRICAL SAFARI TRIPS

RVC AlumniShare your story Rock Valley College has served as a foundation for countless careers and life success stories, and we’d like to hear how RVC helped you on your life path. As we approach the 50th anniversary of the founding of Rock Valley College, we invite you to contact Brittany at B.Freiberg@RockValleyCollege.edu or (815) 921-4500 to request your complimentary alumni window cling or to share your story about the impact of RVC on your life. Connect on Facebook at Facebook.com/RVCAlumni

AFRICAN SAFARI TRIPS AFRICA ADVENTURE SAFARI Night June 25, 2014, 6-7 pm Rock Valley College Woodward Tech Ctr. 141 3301 N. Mulford Road RSVP: (815) 921-3900 PHOTOS PROVIDED BY CHICAGO PHOTO SAFARI, GARY GULLETT

Join us for a special preview event to learn more! Trips have been designed to provide participants opportunity to immerse themselves in many of Africa most beautiful landscapes and wildlife. Number of participants is limited for the most comfortable experience and the best viewing opportunities.

East African Safari –

SOUTH African Safari –

October 23-November 1, 2014

October 31-November 8, 2014

Highlights Include: Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengetti National Park–Great Migration, and Maasai Village Cultural Visit

Highlights Include: Capetown (Sunset Cruise), Kirstenbosch Gardens, Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, Penguin colony at Simenstown, winery, Kruger National Park, see Africa’s “Big 5” and more on your game drives, spectacular birds (600 species in South Africa)

Optional Excursions: Amboseli National Park, Kenya with great views of Mt. Kilmanjaro, hot air balloon ride over the Serengetti, Zanzibar beaches

Optional Excursion: Victoria Falls

Questions? Call (815) 921-2000

STARLIGHT THEATRE

STARLIGHT’S 48th SEASON June 4–7 & July 9–13 Music by Richard Rodgers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse

June 25–28 & July 30–August 3 Book & Lyrics by Eric Idle Music by John Du Prez

August 8 & 9

June 11–14 & July 16–20 Book by Mary Kyte, Mel Marvin and Gary Pearle Music by Various Lyrics by Various

Book & Lyrics by Michael P. Webb and Michael Mastroianni Music by Jim Chabucos

June 18–21 & July 23–27 Book & Lyrics by Anthony Drewe Music by George Stiles Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Ugly Duckling”

For tickets and more information call between 9am & 5pm weekdays.

(815) 921-2160

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION It is the policy of Rock Valley College to provide equal opportunity in its admissions, employment, and educational programs and activities consistent with federal and state law. Discrimination is prohibited on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, order of protection status, sexual orientation, including but not limited to gender-related identity discrimination, veteran status, or unfavorable military discharge, use of lawful products while not at work, genetic information, or other legally protected categories.

This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions, complaints or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinators.

Title IX and ADA Compliance Officer • Students • Lynn Perkins, Dean of Students • (815) 921-4268 • G.Perkins@RockValleyCollege.edu Section 504 Coordinator • Students • Lynn Shattuck, Coordinator of Disability Services • (815) 921-2356 • L.Shattuck@RockValleyCollege.edu This notice is available from Rock Valley College in additional alternative formats upon request.

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1. Visit RockValleyCollege.edu/CEOnline 2. Click Register & Pay for Community Continuing Education Classes 3. Carefully follow instructions on all pages 4. Select your classes for registration 5. Complete required personal information on all pages 6. Pay for your class(es) as instructed on Pay for Classes page 7. Print receipt & click COmPLETE 8. Credit card payments* only: follow instructions on processing and acknowledgement pages

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• You must make payment when you register Registrations without payment WILL NOT be processed • Payment options: - Checks made payable to “Rock Valley College” - Master Card, Visa, Discover, American Express and Debit Cards

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Often classes reach the maximum enrollment early. Also, classes depend on minimum enrollments. Classes with insuﬃcient enrollment will be cancelled one week prior to start date. Don’t take a chance. Your class may be cancelled.

aGE aPPROPRiaTE GuidELiNE: Community Education

classes are designed for students of all ages. Age guidelines are stated with each class. Classes designated as ADULT are intended for students 18 years and older. With INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION, high school students may attend adult classes. Students 16-17 years old may be admitted to Continuing Education credit courses upon request from the chief executive officers (or designees) of the high school districts in which the student resides. Call (815) 921-3900 for information.

OuT-OF-diSTRiCT/OuT-OF-STaTE STudENTS: In addition

to the regular tuition and service fee, students residing outside District 511 will be charged out-of-district/state fees for credit courses. These additional fees will be waived if a student living outside the district/state is employed full-time within the district and able to present a letter from the employer testifying to that fact. Property owners paying taxes to District 511 are also eligible for in-district rates. No out-of-district/state fees are charged for non-credit courses.

SPECiaL NEEdS: The College is committed to providing an accessible and supportive learning environment for all Whiz Kids and Eagle Academic Camp students. To help us meet this goal, at least three weeks in advance of the beginning of a Whiz Kids class or Eagle Academic Camp, call the College Community & Continuing Education office at (815) 921-3900. Notification of any disabilities or conditions requiring special accommodations or attention will allow the College to determine reasonable accommodations which can be made.

Enter routing number Enter account number Enter check number Verify correct name and address Click submit Print receipt & click COMPLETE Check your email account for confirmation receipt

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A non-refundable service fee ($1.75 per e-check, 2.5% of total credit card transaction) will be added to your transaction upon registration completion. Fees are subject to change.

1. Click continue on “Processing Credit Card Payment” page 2. Enter credit card information; press continue 3. Confirm your payment information 4. Click authorize payment 5. Print receipt & click COMPLETE 6. Re-directed to Processing My Credit Card Payment page. Choose OK. 7. Re-directed to Class/Payment Acknowledgement page. Print this page.

• Allow three days when mailing payment and please include Student ID# on your check

For adult students, call the RVC Disability Support Services Office at (815) 921-2356. Offi ce Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm.

COLLEGE CLOSuRE: To access real-time information

FuLL aNd CaNCELLEd CLaSSES: RVC reserves the right to limit enrollments or cancel any class. Every effort will be made to notify registrants when a class is cancelled. Students may choose alternate courses or receive full refunds. All paid fees are non-refundable. There are NO REFUNDS after a class begins. Exceptions noted in individual course descriptions. WiTHdRaWaL: If you wish to withdraw from a class, you must

do so ONE business day before the first session to receive a full refund. All paid fees are non-refundable. Exceptions noted in individual course descriptions.

TExTBOOKS: Textbooks should be purchased before the first

class. Textbooks, where required, are an additional expense. For specific textbook information, call the Rock Valley College Bookstore at (815) 921-1680.

GRadiNG POLiCy: A grade of pass (P) indicating completion or

(I) indicating incomplete will be issued for most courses. Courses and grades will be listed on an RVC transcript.

NOTiFiCaTiON OF STudENTS' RiGHTS: The federal Family Educa-

tional Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 as amended identifies the rights of students and their families with respect to student educational records kept by the institutions. The act provides students with four signifi cant rights: (1) inspect and review their record, (2) restrict the disclosure of their record, (3) seek to amend their record and (4) file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. Students have the right to expect that information in their educational records will be kept confidential, and will be disclosed only with their permission or under provision of the law. For specific details regarding these rights, refer to RockValleyCollege.edu/FERPA .

Classes with open seats accept registration 24 hours prior to start date. Exceptions noted in individual course descriptions

regarding weather-related closings or campus emergencies, you may call (815) 921-6397 or visit the RVC website home page at RockValleyCollege.edu.

CamPuS SECuRiTy REPORT: This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the College; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. the complete report is available at RockValleyCollege.edu/ PublicSafety. You may also request a paper copy of this report by contacting the Public Safety Department, (815) 921-4357, in the Support Services Building. NOTiCE OF diRECTORy iNFORmaTiON: Rock Valley College has identified the following information as “Directory Information” that may be disclosed by Rock Valley College for any purpose at its discretion: student’s name, date and place of birth, height and weight of athletic participants, and degrees received. Currently enrolled students may withhold disclosure by submitting a written request to the Registrar, second floor, Student Center, prior to the tenth day of classes. Rock Valley College assumes that failure on the part of any student to specifically request the withholding of “Directory Information” indicates approval of disclosure. Failure to read this announcement does not excuse students from the rules and procedures described herein. Personal factors, illness, or contradictory advice from any source are not acceptable grounds for seeking exemptions from these rules and procedures. For a virtual tour and Rock Valley College maps, please visit RockValleyCollege.edu/Maps

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

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REGiSTRaTiON FORm COMMUNITY AND CONTINUING EDUCATION 3 WayS TO REGiSTER YOU MUST ANSWER ALL SECTIONS OF THIS FORM. Please print or type. TERM BEGINNING:

ETHNIC ORIGIN:

Year: ______________ 1  Summer 3  Fall 6  Spring

GENDER:  Male

 Female

ADMISSION STATUS:  First Time at RVC  Readmitted  Transfer to RVC

Are you Hispanic or Latino? (OR are you of Spanish origin?)  Yes, Hispanic or Latino  Not Hispanic/Latino, but Spanish origin Are you from one or more of the following racial groups? (Select all that apply)  American Indian or Alaska Native  Asian  Black or African American  Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander  White/Caucasian  Choose Not to Respond

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Please identify your primary racial/ethnic group. (Select one)  American Indian or Alaska Native  Asian  Black or African American  Hispanic or Latino  Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander  White/Caucasian  Choose Not to Respond

ADDRESS:

MIDDLE INITIAL:

FIRST:

ENROLLMENT REASON:  Improve skills for my present job  Prepare for a future job  Personal interest/self development not career oriented

DATE OF BIRTH:

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LAST:

1  Complete one or several courses 2  Complete a certificate 3  Complete an Associate degree

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High School attended: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CITY: __________________________________________________ STATE: _________ High School graduation date: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ G.E.D. test date: __________________________________________________________________________________ Colleges attended:_________________________________________________________________________

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HIGHEST DEGREE EARNED:  Less than high school diploma/GED  Finished GED (year ____________)  Successfully passed at least one college course

 Bachelor’s degree  First professional degree  Current high school student

 High school graduate  Certificate  Master’s degree

 Associate degree  Doctoral degree

If you don’t live in RVC District 511, name of the local community college in your district ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Have you attended RVC previously?  Yes  No Did either of your parents earn a bachelor’s degree or higher?  Yes  No

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PaymENT iNFO You must make payment when you register. Registrations without payment WILL NOT be processed. • Payment options: - Checks made payable to “Rock Valley College” - Master Card, Visa, Discover, American Express and Debit Cards A non-refundable service fee ($1.75 per e-check, 2.5% of total credit card trans-action) will be added to your transaction upon registration completion. Fees are subject to change. • Allow three days when mailing payment and please include Student ID# on your check

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RESidENTiaL CuSTOmER

CaLLiNG aLL TEaCHERS! Collaborate with other educators— and have fun—while you complete your CPDUs at Rock Valley College. Convenient. Affordable. Effective. And, we feature face-to-face learning with a helpful instructor in a classroom setting—that’s hard to beat! SPECiaL EduCaTiON diSaBiLiTy LaWS (4 CPDUs) SOC 010 RV1 $49 6/17-6/24 2 sessions LEaRNiNG HOW TO LEaRN (15 CPDUs) EDU 034 RV $95 6/16-6/19 4 sessions THE CRiSiS OF iLLiTERaCy iN amERiCa (8 CPDUs) EDU 030 RV $48 7/7-7/10 4 sessions COmPuTER COuRSES and many other in-demand classes All CPDU classes are approved by Illinois State Board of Education.