Spring 2014 Rock Valley College Whiz Kids schedule by Rock Valley College

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

CONTENTS Art .......................................................26 Crafts & Hobbies.......................26-27 Dance..................................................27 Down on the Farm...........................27 Language...........................................28 Legos...................................................28 Martial Arts.......................................28 Music...................................................29 Photo & Film.....................................30 Reading, Writing & Math..............30 Science & Technology...............30-31 Sports & Recreation........................32

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 • Offer opportunities for students to become acquainted with others who have similar academic interests • Provide a supportive environment where students “learn by doing” • Offer 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 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 RVC 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. For adult students, call the RVC Disability Support Services Office at (815) 921-2356. Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm.

ART • CRAFTS & HOBBIES

ART 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.

Meet the Masters

Russian Fabergé Eggs

(Ages 7-10) We know you have heard of them but now you get to meet them! Local art teacher Kara Rehfeldt will introduce you to all the greats including Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso and more! Each class will feature an awesome exploration of an artist and their process. Get inspired by their work and use your imagination to create your own masterpiece!

(Ages 6-12) Imagine the splendor of Imperial Russia! In this class we will examine the history behind the famous Fabergé eggs and recreate this lavish era by crafting a jeweled egg fashioned in the elegant style of Fabergé. All supplies included.

It’s Elementary

WIZ 801 RAM6 3/1-4/5 Rockford Art Museum

(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. WIZ 801 RAM 2/15-3/8 Rockford Art Museum

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

$45 4 Sessions Studio A

WIZ 801 RAM2 3/15-4/5 Rockford Art Museum

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

$45 4 Sessions Studio A

I Can Draw

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

$55 6 Sessions Studio A

Stacy Larosa Sa 10:00 am-Noon 711 N. Main St.

$15 1 Session Art Annex

Gelli Prints

(Ages 7-12) Fun and learning go hand-in-hand in this fun-filled art camp. Students will experiment with a variety of mediums, such as clay, drawing, painting and collage. All ability levels will benefit and enjoy creating memorable masterpieces. All supplies included.

(Ages 7-12) Pronounced like “Jelly,” but spelled with a “G,” What fun you’ll have making your own printing block out of plain unflavored gelatin. In the second class, you’ll learn how to add paint to your gelli block, create a design, and print onto paper and a piece of clothing. Bring a pre-washed t-shirt (no fabric softener, please) with you to class.

WIZ 801 RAM8 3/24-3/28 Rockford Art Museum

WIZ 801 RAM3 4/26-5/3 Rockford Art Museum

Spring Break Art Camp

Stacy Larosa $55 MTWThF 9:30-11:30 am 5 Sessions 711 N. Main St. Art Annex

Vase Off!

(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.

(Ages 8-12)Take every day objects like plastic jars, containers, and plastic water bottles and turn them in to something beautiful! Work with local artist Norm Knott to collage the outside of your container with a variety of materials, then paint and decorate until your finished vase emerges. All supplies included.

WIZ 801 RAM5 Lew Riley 3/1-4/5 Sa 9:30-10:30 am Rockford Art Museum 711 N. Main St.

WIZ 801 RAM7 3/29 Rockford Art Museum

$55 6 Sessions Studio C

WIZ 801 RAM9 4/5 Rockford Art Museum

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

$45 1 Session Art Annex

Julaine Lofquist-Birch Sa 9:30-11:30 am 711 N. Main St.

$40 2 Sessions Classroom 2

Thai Spirit Houses of the Rich and Famous (Ages 7-11) In Thailand, many homes and businesses use “spirit houses” to keep mischievous spirits at bay. Get creative using found objects with local artist Norm Knott to make a sculpture like the ‘spirit houses” Thai folk artists have made for centuries. We’ll have gadgets, jewelry and other cool pieces for you to create your own house of art! WIZ 801 RAM4 5/3 Rockford Art Museum

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

$25 1 Session Art Annex

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.

Handbuilding with Clay (Parents/Grandparents with Child) This is for those who like to express themselves in a creative way. The instructor gives basic lessons in working in the techniques of pinch, slab, coiling and joining of clay. Register child only. Kathy Lyon ART 805 BLL 2/15-3/8 Sa 9:00-11:30 am RVC Classroom Bldg II

$78 4 Sessions Room G24

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. For the past 6 years 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 2/8-4/12 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 3/15

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

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

CRAFTS & HOBBIES Continued • DANCE • DOWN ON THE FARM

Kids Cook: Homemade Sloppy Joes & Baked Sweet Potato Wedges

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 over 25 years of cooking and entertainment experience.

(Ages 7-11) School day off... Perfect day for learning to cook! Basic introduction to kitchen: safety & clean up, utensils & measuring, pots & pans then we will prepare our special lunch together. Recipes, notes & leftovers go home with the kids! Parents required to sign waiver ahead of time (advise Chef Diana ahead and one can be emailed to you). WIZ 803 AG2 3/7 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$45 1 Session Kitchen

Kids Cook: Pizza Party! Make Your Own Pizza & Special Salad

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.

(Ages 7-11) School day off... Perfect day for learning to cook! Basic introduction to kitchen: safety & clean up, utensils & measuring, pots & pans, then we will prepare our special lunch together. Recipes, notes & leftovers go home with the kids! Parents required to sign waiver ahead of time (advise Chef Diana ahead and one can be emailed to you). WIZ 803 AG 5/23 Al Grace Appliance

Tasty Tidbits F 9:30 am-12:30 pm 811 W. Riverside Blvd.

$45 1 Session Kitchen

School day off? Perfect for learning to cook!

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.

Intro to Ballet I

Boys Dance Class (Ages 8-13) Strength, flexibility, and agility are developed in this unique dance class designed especially for young boys. Sports inspired movements are interwoven with fun jumps and turns from the dance vocabulary to inspire young boys to discover dance. Dancers should wear form fitting clothing that allows movement and ballet slippers. Taught by Rockford Dance Company Artistic Director Matthew Keefe.

DOWN ON THE FARM

WIZ 805 RDC3 Rockford Dance $60 2/15-3/22 Sa 10:00-11:00 am 6 Sessions Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St.

(First year ballet class for ages 8-10) Students are introduced to the beginning ballet syllabus focusing on alignment, coordination, flexibility, and strength. If dancers fall in love with dance they may join the student division in the summer term. Dancers should wear form fitting clothing that allows movement and ballet slippers. WIZ 805 RDC Rockford Dance 4/7-5/17 W 5:15-6:15 pm Rockford Dance Company

$60 6 Sessions 711 North Main St.

Intro to Dance (Ages 4-6) An introductory movement exploration where emphasis is placed on development of gross motor skills, improvisatory movement, and learning classroom behavior. If dancers fall in love with dance they may join the student division in the summer term. Dancers should wear form fitting clothing that allows movement and ballet slippers. WIZ 805 RDC2 Rockford Dance $60 F 3:45-4:30 pm 6 Sessions 4/7-5/17 or Sa 8:30-9:15 am Rockford Dance Company 711 North Main St.

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.

Kids with Kids Day Camp (Ages 6-12) Our 4-day spring break mini-camp will introduce (people) kids to the goats, right in the middle of birthing season. Come explore the farm, work and play with the animals, and help care for baby goats and their mothers. Bring a sack lunch and snacks daily. WIZ 809 BE Angelic Staff $180 3/24-3/27 MTWTh 9:00 am-3:00 pm 4 Sessions Angelic Organics Learning Center 1547 Rockton Rd. Caledonia

LANGUAGE • LEGOS • MARTIAL ARTS

LANGUAGE

MARTIAL ARTS JUNG’S TAE KWON DO ACADEMY strives to teach good form, which leads to good discipline and provides parents and children with a great bonding opportunity. Master Jung was born and raised in Korea, coming to the USA in 1978, and holds a WTF coaching license from USA Taekwondo

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 (Grades 5-8) 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 2/14-5/2 F 4:30-5:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr NO CLASS 3/14 & 4/18

$93 10 Sessions Room 210

LEGOS 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.

Vehicle Brick Building (Grades 4-8) Build up to 13 different motorized vehicles capped off with a final project using our unique LEGO® kits. Vehicles include everyday vehicles, concept cars, construction machines and more. INCLUDES: a take home pull back race car! Concepts learned: • Basic engineering principles • Gearing and gear ratios • Electric motors and energy • Friction, forces, motion and aerodynamics • Problem solving • Communication skills WIZ 820 BLL 3/20-4/10 Bell School Rd. Ctr

All About Learning $109 Th 4:15-6:15 pm 4 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 002

Wacky Wheels (Grades 1-3) Creatively build and modify different vehicles including everyday vehicles, concept cars, construction machines and more using our unique LEGO® kits. INCLUDES: a take home pull back race car! Concepts learned: • Basic engineering principles • Friction, forces, motion and aerodynamics • Problem solving • Communication skills WIZ 820 BLL2 3/18-4/8 Bell School Rd. Ctr

All About Learning T 4:30-6:30 pm 3350 N. Bell School Rd.

Tiny Tigers Tae Kwon Do

$109 4 Sessions Room 001

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

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 Ha’s Studio Staff $59 WIZ 808 HA2 Call (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/times. 16 Sessions Ha’s Tae Kwon Do Studio 4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park 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.

(Ages 3-6) Geared toward our younger kids, emphasis on self confidence, self defense, perseverance, and physical/mental strength. Through Tae Kwon Do, you’ll learn self discipline while improving their health and flexibility. Classes offered throughout semester – call studio at (815) 544-3222 to select a session. NOTE: Uniform required - purchase at class. WIZ 817 BE Jung’s Academy Staff $59 2/10-5/5 M, W or Th 5:00-5:50 pm 6 Sessions Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy 2241 Anderson Dr., Belvidere

Tae Kwon Do Basics (Youth-Adult) Our family class emphasizes self confidence, self defense, perseverance, and physical/mental strength. Through Tae Kwon Do, students learn self discipline while improving their health and flexibility. A great way for families to spend time together! Once registered with RVC call Jung’s. Classes offered throughout semester. FIT 805 BE Jung’s Academy Staff $59 Call (815) 544-3222 to schedule day/times. 6 Sessions Jung’s Tae Kwon Do Academy 2241 Anderson Dr. Belvidere 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 NJ2 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 (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 NJ3 No Joke Staff $48 Call (815) 986-KICK to schedule day/times. 6 Sessions No Joke Martial Arts 6358 Daytona Dr., Loves Park

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

MUSIC

MUSIC Piano Classes for Current (experienced) Students Classes designed for students who have previously attended piano classes or have past experience.

Preparatory Piano II PREREQUISITE: Preparatory Piano I. (Ages 5-8) 1/25-5/17 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt $108 Sa 11:30 am-12:30 pm 15 Sessions Piano Lab NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

Preparatory Piano II PREREQUISITE: Preparatory Piano I. (Ages 5-8) 1/25-5/17 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt $108 Sa 2:00-3:00 pm 15 Sessions Piano Lab NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

Preparatory Piano II & III PREREQUISITE: Preparatory Piano I. 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. 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!”

Piano Classes for New (Inexperienced) Students Classes designed for beginning level students. No experience required!

Inger Langsholt $108 Sa 10:30-11:30 am 15 Sessions Piano Lab NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

Preparatory Piano I (Ages 4-7) 1/25-5/17 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt $108 Sa 1:00-2:00 pm 15 Sessions Piano Lab NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

Inger Langsholt M 4:45-5:45 pm Piano Lab

$115 16 Sessions NO CLASS 3/10

Elementary Piano I (Ages 9-12) 1/25-5/17 RVC Bldg. G

$115 16 Sessions NO CLASS 3/12

PREREQUISITE: Preparatory Piano II. (Ages 5-8) 1/25-5/17 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt $108 Sa 3:00-4:00 pm 15 Sessions Piano Lab NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

Preparatory Piano III & IV PREREQUISITE: Preparatory Piano II. (Ages 5-8) 1/27-5/19 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt M 3:00-4:00 pm Piano Lab

$115 16 Sessions NO CLASS 3/10

Elementary Piano I PREREQUISITE: Elementary Piano I. Inger Langsholt W 5:30-6:30 pm Piano Lab

$115 16 Sessions

NO CLASS 3/12

Elementary Piano II PREREQUISITE: Elementary Piano I. (Ages 9-12) 1/29-5/21 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt W 4:30-5:30 pm Piano Lab

$115 16 Sessions NO CLASS 3/12

Elementary Piano V & VI PREREQUISITE: Elementary Piano IV.

Elementary Piano I (Ages 9-12) 1/27-5/19 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt W 3:30-4:30 pm Piano Lab

Preparatory Piano III & IV

(Ages 9-12) 1/29-5/21 RVC Bldg. G

Preparatory Piano I (Ages 4-7) 1/25-5/17 RVC Bldg. G

(Ages 5-8) 1/29-5/21 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt $108 Sa 9:30-10:30 am 15 Sessions NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19 Piano Lab

(Ages 9-12) 1/25-5/17 RVC Bldg. G

Inger Langsholt $108 Sa 4:00 -5:00 pm 15 Sessions NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19 Piano Lab

mISS VAL, a licensed Musikgarten instructor, brings 12 years of experience teaching music and a love of young children to these joyful and fun classes. Singing, both structured and free dancing, plus instrument play foster a love of music, natural to all children. Develops the basic skills needed for formal music study at a later age. Course fee includes family packet (parent book, CD, and instrument).

Family Music Designed for parents/grandparents and their children. This innovative early childhood music program created by internationally-renowned early childhood music educator Lorna Lutz Heyge, Ph.D. and Audrey Sillick, Montessori pioneer provides the highestquality music education programs possible for children and their families. PREREQUISITE: FIRST CLASS IS A MANDATORY PARENT MEETING (NO KIDS). (Ages Birth to 18 Months) WIZ 815 RV16 Valerie Blair Sa 9:00-9:45 am 2/8-5/17 RVC Student Center NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

$80 13 Sessions Room 1222

(Ages 15 months to 3-1⁄2 years) WIZ 815 RV Valerie Blair 2/8-5/17 Sa 10:00-10:45 am RVC Student Center NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

$80 13 Sessions Room 1222

PHOTO & FILM • READING, WRITING & MATH • SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

PHOTO & FILM FATHEAD FILMS, began with two cousins captured by the magic and passion of movies. Keith and Justin Romine began writing and producing films as teenagers and now collaborate talent, creativity, and passion into Fathead Films. Both hold BA degrees in Film from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where they studied under some great names in film and television including, Academy Award nominated actor Tony Curtis, writer Sean Clark, and film director David Schmoeller. They currently produce short films and a feature film.

Digital Filmmaking - Beginning (Grades 4-8) Bring your ideas from script to screen! Work in groups where you’ll write a script, plan for a shoot, shoot, direct, and edit the film. Learn how to plan and execute the film. Every student will have the chance to write, shoot, direct, and edit your films. Learn how to submit film to film festivals. There is no reason to fear the technology - everything will be taught hands on. Sign up today and tell your story! WIZ 806 BLL4 Fathead Films $77 2/10-3/17 M 6:00-7:30 pm 5 Sessions 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 Bell School Rd. Ctr NO CLASS 3/10 WIZ 806 BLL Fathead Films $77 3/24-4/21 M 6:00-7:30 pm 5 Sessions Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

Acting I

READING, WRITING & MATH Math Fact Improvement

Geometry

(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!

(Ages 6-11) Get the right angle on learning with this math class! Review shapes and learn their properties. Discuss volume and area, and apply formulas to geometry problems. All activities are developmentally appropriate for your child’s individual needs, and are presented through educational games and activities.

Austin Busker WIZ 807 BLL Sa 9:00-10:20 am 2/15-5/17 RVC Woodward Technology Ctr NO CLASS 3/15 & 4/19

Austin Busker WIZ 807 BLL3 2/15-3/8 Sa 10:30 am-Noon RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$77 12 Sessions Room 121

Decimals, Fractions & Percentages

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 BLL4 Austin Busker Sa 10:30 am-Noon 3/22-4/12 RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$53 4 Sessions Room 121

(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 BLL2 Austin Busker Sa 10:30 am-Noon 4/26-5/17 RVC Woodward Technology Ctr

$53 4 Sessions Room 121

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

(Grades 4-8) Learn to act for the camera and prepare for work in films, television and commercials. Classic performances in film will be watched, studied, and discussed throughout this intensive class. Learn cold reads, preparation for scenes, internal dialogue, monologues–culminating into scene work with others. Opportunity for instructor edited short scene shot, as sample reel in submission to student and independent films, or large productions. Guest actors and directors will visit to workshop with students.

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.

$77 WIZ 806 BLL2 Fathead Films M 6:00-7:30 pm 5 Sessions 2/10-3/17 Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 003 NO CLASS 3/10

“Megalodon Largest Shark That Ever Lived” – Vertebrae

WIZ 806 BLL3 Fathead Films $77 M 6:00-7:30 pm 5 Sessions 3/24-4/21 Bell School Rd. Ctr 3350 N. Bell School Rd. Room 004

$53 4 Sessions Room 121

BURPEE EXPLORERS (Ages 6 & Up + Adult) Megalodon ruled the seas during the late Cenozoic Era! This class focuses on the differences in vertebrae between animal species, and includes a visit into the traveling exhibit “Megalodon Largest Shark That Ever Lived”. Participants will examine various fossil vertebrae, preserved shark vertebrae and have the opportunity to dissect an animal vertebrae. One adult is required for up to two children. WIZ 811 BMU4 Burpee Staff $20/per child & adult 3/1 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

“Megalodon Largest Shark That Ever Lived” – The BIG Picture (Ages 6 & Up + Adult) Examine a modern shark to understand how monster Megalodon ruled the seas of the late Cenozoic, spend some time in the traveling exhibit “Megalodon Largest Shark That Ever Lived”, and then participate in a shark dissection to discover for yourself how their body systems work. For ages 6 and up, working with an adult. Register the child, the fee covers the child and the adult. One adult is required for up to two children. WIZ 811 BMU3 Burpee Staff $20/per child & adult 4/12 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 1 Session Burpee Museum 737 N. Main St. Room 10

BURPEE Magic Dino’s I Dig Dino’s Club (Ages 4-6) Do you dig dinosaurs? Then this club is for you! We’ll explore all sorts of cool stuff in the Museum including real fossil dinosaur bones, do some fun activities, and make a take home project. WIZ 811 BMU Burpee Staff 2/15 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm Burpee Museum

$15 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

BURPEE JR. PALEONTOLOGIST (Ages 7-12) Dinosaurs and much, much more! There’s more to being a Paleontologist than just dinosaurs - join us as we explore the fantastic world of fossils (including dinosaurs!) We’ll explore all sorts of cool stuff in the Museum, including real fossil dinosaur bones, do some fun activities, and make a take home project. WIZ 811 BMU2 Burpee Staff Sa 1:00-3:00 pm 2/22 Burpee Museum

$18 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Questions? Call (815) 921-3900

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Continued

CLASSES for Ages 10 & Up A year of Geoscience Labs is planned for Burpee’s Home School Classes. The classes will use all of the resources available in the museum’s collections. The labs qualify for high school credit. Students will make a rock collection. Suggestions and materials will be given for recording the source of their specimens.

Earth’s Interior (Ages 10 & Up) Students will set up models that demonstrate the regions of the Earth, movement within the mantle, the tension and compression forces, and the recycling of the Earth’s crust. Burpee Staff WIZ 811 BMU12 Th 2:00-4:00 pm 2/27 Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Earthquakes (Ages 10 & Up) Explore the forces behind earthquakes. Create model seismic waves. Map major the Earth’s earthquakes and study the fault zones of Illinois and its earthquakes.

BURPEE HOME SCHOOL WORKSHOPS & CLASSES These workshops & classes are designed to compliment the home school programs, but welcome to the general public.

WORKSHOPS for Ages 6-9 These workshops are based on Activities Integrating Mathematics and Science curriculum produced by the National Science Foundation. Hands-on Science with the Museum as the student’s laboratory.

Water Olympics (Ages 6-9) Join the “Olympic” water team to discover the unique properties of water. WIZ 811 BMU11 Burpee Staff 2/20 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Geosphere: Earth’s Features (Ages 6-9) Students will observe and compare their environment with other physical features of the Earth, making models and pictures. WIZ 811 BMU13 Burpee Staff Th 2:00-4:00 pm 3/6 Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Rocks (Ages 6-9) Students will observe the physical properties of rocks and group them accordingly, using Burpee’s study collection. WIZ 811 BMU14 Burpee Staff 3/20 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Erosion (Ages 6-9) Experiments with wind, water and ice will show how erosion changes the earth. WIZ 811 BMU15 Burpee Staff 4/3 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

WIZ 811 BMU10 Burpee Staff 3/13 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

Soils and Sands (Ages 6-9) Students will observe and work with samples to discover the properties of soil and sand. WIZ 811 BMU16 Burpee Staff 4/24 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Inside the Earth (Ages 6-9) Students will build a model to discover the earth’s structure and identify materials from the earth. WIZ 811 BMU17 Burpee Staff 5/8 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Volcanoes (Ages 10 & Up) Build a model volcano; examine the different types and their subsequent lava. Map significant volcanoes of the world. WIZ 811 BMU9 Burpee Staff 3/27 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

(Ages 10 & Up) Conduct experiments that demonstrate the principles behind the theory of Plate Tectonics. Map the plates of the world.

Quakes and Volcanoes (Ages 6-9) Students will discover effects of quakes and how volcanoes erupt, through investigations and activities.

Geologic Time

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Plate Tectonics

WIZ 811 BMU8 Burpee Staff 4/10 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

WIZ 811 BMU18 Burpee Staff 5/22 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

(Ages 10 & Up) Explore the Geologic Time Periods, including relative age, Principle of Superposition and Uniform Processes. WIZ 811 BMU7 Burpee Staff 4/17 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Fossils I (Ages 10 & Up) Meet the Paleozoic Era! Examine “Monsters of the Midwest” and other fossil specimens from the permanent collection. WIZ 811 BMU6 Burpee Staff 5/1 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

Fossils II (Ages 10 & Up) Travel through the Mesozoic and Cenozoic Eras. Examine Burpee’s discoveries from field work in Utah and Montana and visit the Fossil Prep Lab. Burpee Staff WIZ 811 BMU5 5/15 Th 2:00-4:00 pm Burpee Museum

$16 1 Session 737 N. Main St.

SPORTS & RECREATION

SPORTS & RECREATION 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. PED 813 GAR Gymnastics Academy of Rockford $56 Call (815) 654-3867 to schedule day/times/location 1 Month Session 6630 Spring Brook Rd. Gymnastic Academy of Rockford 11447 2nd St., Roscoe Gymnastic Academy North

Home School Physical Education (Ages 5-17) Since 1977, GAR has been developing quality athletic programs for the Northern Illinois community. Knowing that you value the quality of your child’s well-rounded education, we are proud to offer a curriculum specifically designed for today’s home school families in order to complete your child’s physical education requirements. Our 15-week semester consists of classes in: gymnastics, tumbling, trampoline, strength & flexibility. On the final week, we will have an exhibition that highlights the skills your child has developed.

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 Fitness Zone Staff $84 2/19-5/21 W 9:45-10:30 am 13 Sessions Fitness Zone 807 Progressive Ln. South Beloit NO CLASS 3/26

PED 813 GAR2 Gymnastics Academy of Rockford $155 Call (815) 654-3867 to schedule day/times/location 15 Week Session Gymnastic Academy of Rockford 6630 Spring Brook Rd. Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe

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 GAR Gymnastics Academy of Rockford $79 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 4/18-4/20 & 5/26

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 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 4/18-4/20 & 5/26

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 GAR5 Gymnastics Academy North $56 Call (815) 623-2345 to schedule day/times 1 Month Session 11447 2nd St., Roscoe Gymnastic Academy North NO CLASS 4/18-4/20 & 5/26

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 GAR3 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 4/18-4/20 & 5/26

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 $79 Call (815) 623-2345 to schedule day/times 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy North 11447 2nd St., Roscoe NO CLASS 4/18-4/20 & 5/26

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 GAR6 Gymnastics Academy North $49 Call (815) 623-2345 to schedule day/times 1 Month Session Gymnastic Academy of Rockford 6630 Spring Brook Rd. NO CLASS 4/18-4/20 & 5/26