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Learning Doesn’t Have to be a STRUGGLE! EVALUATIONS & EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENTS • LEARNING DISABILITIES • ADHD • AUTISM

DOES YOUR CHILD FACE THESE CHALLENGES?

Brent M. Cooper

Licensed Educational Psychologist

Specializing in Testing and Assessments

• Focuses on the wrong thing • Unorganized • Distracted by things around them.

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SUMMER BREAK - A Great Time to provide your Child a New Beginning!

Enrollment NOW OPEN for Summer Tutoring Classes!

Palm Canyon Drive

(760) 342-4900

www.elpaseotesting.com EL PASEO CHILDREN’S CENTER Educational Services & Assessments 74075 El Paseo Dr., Ste B-1, Palm Desert Satellite Locations: San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County & Riverside

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Summer Camp... Re-Imagined Session 1: 6/16-20 NXT LEGO Robotics Camp (4th - 8th) How would you like the opportunity to build a robot that responds to sound, throws a ball, or reacts to Jedi powers?

Students will learn how to assemble the NXT robots, how to work with light, sound and motion sensors, and how to program the robots using a computer.

Session 2: 6/23-27 NASA Innovation Camp (4th - 8th) Campers will explore the fundamental forces associated with aircraft and rocket flight; discover what it is like to be an astronaut; and learn about Mars exploration and mission control. A NASA JPL engineer who helped develop Curiosity, the Mars rover, will join us on the last day of camp.

Session 3: 6/30 - 7/3 Story Starter Comic Book Creation (K-3rd) Do you have a story to build? Create and communicate stories using LEGO bricks as your toolbox, cameras to document the action, and integrated software to create your very own LEGO comic book!

Session 7: 7/28-8/1 Tetrix Robotics (high school only) If you can dream up a design, you can build it with the TETRIX® Building System. Featuring heavy-duty, aircraft-grade aluminum elements for construction; powerful drive motors; and expandable capabilities, TETRIX provides the ideal platform for creativity. Learn to control your robot with RobotC programming. Ideal for those interested in competing in FIRST Tech Challenge in the fall.

Session 8: 8/4-8 NASA Innovation Camp (high school) In this advanced and exciting program designed by NASA, you are in charge of mission control. As NASA project managers and have the opportunity to plan your own mission, determining materials, working within a budget, and then building your spacecraft. In depth discussions on aeronautics, physics, and the engineering design process are included in a series of simulations to explore the theory and practice of flight. A NASA JPL engineer will join us on the last day of camp.

Session 4: 7/7-11 EV3 Robotics (4th - 8th) EV3 Space Challenge dares campers to build and program a LEGO EV3 robot that completes a series of challenges all set on Mars! Repair a communication disc, collet your crew to rescue a rover, deploy a satellite and activate solar panels in this newest robotics camp.

Session 5: 7/14-18 Engineering FUNdamentals with Machines and Mechanisms (4th - 8th) Do you know how it works? Build and design increasingly advanced mechanisms using LEGO® Technic and System sets. Learn about components such as gears, pulleys and levers, and use motors to power your own crazy inventions.

Session 6: 7/21-25 Jr. Robotics We-DO Camp (K-3rd) Do you LEGO? We take the colorful LEGO bricks kids are familiar with and teach them to integrate motors, axles and gears to bring their creations to life. They will build rescue planes, dancing birds, chomping alligators, and a soccer stadium complete with a goal kicker, a goalkeeper, and cheerful fans!

Important camp information:

· Check-in will begin 20 minutes prior to each camp beginning.

· The LEGO® kits are reused by the other campers. Your child will not take them home at the end of the camp session; however, each camper will receive a take-home project.

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Green Room Theatre Company A Premium Stage Training Experience Week At California State University, San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus Designed just for teen actors in grades 7-12 and young actors in grades 3-6.

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ST. THERESA SCHOOL Our goal is to provide your child the foundation to become a successful, compassionate individual!

Now Enrolling!

Preschool Grade 8

More than 65 years of Excellence ST. THERESA PRESCHOOL Your child’s success in life ... begins with a Great Education!

Open to ALL denominations

455 S. Compadre Road, Palm Springs (760) 327-4919 Desert Kids Directory • To Advertise Call (760) 333-6704

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July 7- August 1

FREE!

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

1-HR. $ 40/Day k $ 175/Wee INTRODUCTORY CLASSES CAMP BLAST ACTIVITIES:

Science Discovery Camp

Wet n’ Wild, The Living Desert, Aquatic Center, Movie Theater and Pool Days (noon-2:00 p.m.), martial arts stunt work, movies, swimming, water games, pool BBQ, ninja drills, acting stunts, art contest, NEW gymnastics, obstacle course and CONVENIENT much more FUN, FUN FUN! LOCATION!

The Lifecycle can be fun to learn!

• 2nd, 3rd, 4th grades (14/15 school year) • Common Core based instruction • Apply critical thinking skills

CALL NOW! Limited Space Available

EXPANDED SPACE

$70

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per session

Pre-Registration Required

Red Dragon Karate Family Martial Arts Academy

e.1123@hotmail.com

74-836 Technology Drive, Ste. #104 Palm Desert (Gerald Ford & Cook at Starbucks Plaza)

Session 1: June 23 to June 26 Session 2: June 30 to July 3

reddragonkaratepalmdesert.com

(760) 776-7522

Monday-Thursday 9am-12pm

74-836 Technology Drive, Ste. 104, Palm Desert

Portola Community Center, Palm Desert

(760) 776-7522

Contact Ms. Elena Bonilla (760)-485-7745

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STOP BY FOR ALL-AMERICAN FOOD AND FUN. Across from The River 71-885 Highway 111 (760) 674-3120

FREE KIDS ORIGINAL SHAKE UPGRADE

With the purchase of any Rocket Kids Meal Good only at Rancho Mirage Johnny Rockets restaurant. Choice of kid-sized Chocolate, Strawberry or Vanilla. Not valid with any other discounts, offers or special promotions. One offer per table. No cash value. Offer expires 5/31/14. ©2014 The Johnny Rockets Group, Inc.

PARTIES • FUNDRAISERS • DISCOUNTED MOVIE TICKETS

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After the Battle, you need to rehydrate.

After the Bottle, you need to Recycle!

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Cooking with Class Week-Long Summer Cooking Camps Kids& & TeensAges Ages5-15 6-15 Week-Long Summer Cooking Camps forfor Kids Teens LittleLittle Chefs in Training, AgesAges 5-7 5-7 CookFoods Like aof Food Star,8-12 Chefs in Training, the Network World, Ages JuneJune 16 - 20 Ages 8-11July July2314- -2718 11 - 15 Cook a FoodAges Network Jr. Pro Fundamentals, Ages 11-14 Foods of Like the World, 8-11 Star, Chopped (Everybody Wins!), Ages June 25 - 29 6 -- 10 June8-12 23 - 27 Ages 11 - 15August July 28 Aug 1 Little in Network Training,Star, Ages 5-7 Baking and Pastry, Ages 8-12 Cook LikeChefs a Food Baking and Pastry Camp, Ages 8-11July July9 7- 13 - 11 Ages 11-15August August2011- 24 - 15

“The “The mostmost fun you’ve everever had had in the Kitchen!” fun you’ve in the Kitchen!”

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Family f�n for ever�one! Lots of FREE events!

Take a Hike

Meet a Forest Ranger Adopt-a-Lemon Lily

Dance like a Hillbilly

Be a Pioneer

Make Crafts

Wiggle your toes in the mud

Go Exploring

Sniff a Pine Tree

Climb A Rock Learn about Nature Be F-A-M-I-L-Y

More Info Call Idyllwild Nat�re Center 951-659-3850

July 12-13, Idyllwild, California

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Custom Parties at your place • Live Mascot Appearance • Look-a-Like Character Appearances • Super heroes, clowns,princesses • Animal balloons and face painters • Henna Artist and Glitter Tattoo Artist • Cartoonist and Carnival Entertainment

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Party Rentals • Tables . chairs • Cotton candy machine • Popcorn machine • Snow cone machine • Karaoke machine

10% Discount

Jumpers & water slides!

Balloon decoration for all occasions Balloon columns and Balloon arches Fund-raisers • Special events 75-110 St, Charles Pl. Ste. 13, Palm Desert, Ca. 92211. By appointment only.

760-340-3304

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Licenced and Bonded Insurance Certificates

Red Cross Certified Private and Semi-private lessons for ages 6 months to Adult.

desert INDOOR SWIM LESSONS

Private Indoor Swim Lessons • Stay Out Of The Sun and Heat!

• Stay Out Of The Wind!

• Our Pool is Heated to 89 degrees Year-Round!

• Experienced Certified Instructors!

(760) 321-0568

indoor pool! www.desertaquaventures.com Located in Cathedral City

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Summer Cooking Camp 8th Annual

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An easy, fun, no-fuss approach to cooking and baking

MMM...Yum! Spice up your kid’s summer and let them have some fun in the kitchen. Kids have fun learning through hands-on participation in our easy and fun cooking/ baking camps. This is our 8th year of stirring, flipping and chopping our way to delicious memories. Space is limited.

Discounts available. Call now!

Culinary Comfort

since 2007

SCAN FOR CAMP SCHEDULE

(760) 325-4077

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Movement expands communication skills

It’s a fact. Active toddlers and school-age kids develop better cognition and learn easier than their less active peers. Jump into our gymnastics program and watch your child thrive!

Summer Camp!

Hold your week at PowerKidsCenter.com

760-346-4446

www.powerkidscenter.com “IT’S THE SAFE THING TO DO, IT’S THE FUN THING TO DO”

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Private Facility Offering Personalized Instruction Flexibility in Scheduling Private Lessons/Small Group Lessons Heated Pool Infants – Adults Specializing in those that are apprehensive/hesitant/fearful of the water • Family Discounts Available • Over 25 Years of Teaching Experience • Water Safety/Pool Safety with each class MY POOL OR YOUR POOL

Helene Barker (760) 345-5370 www.helenes-learntoswim.com helene2@earthlink.net

“While Helene is serious about swimming, she makes the learning fun, challenging and adventurous. She is good with kids, being firm, but nice and oh, so patient!” - Mary M. 15

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Academic Excellence with Character www.DesertADventistAcADemy.com

(760) 779-1799

Featuring Academic Associates Reading Program, an internationally acclaimed reading method.

Affordable Christian Education All Faiths Welcome Fully Accredited Small Class Sizes Caring, Certified Teachers Music & Sports Porgrams Before & After School Care

Now Offering: Transitional Kindergarten

One Location — Two Great Schools!

WHERE A LIFETIME OF LEARNING BEGINS! A Center for Teaching Christian Values

Infant, Toddler & Preschool Classes 3 months - 5 yrs.

License #’s 334806287 334815379

Boehm Child Development Center 74-200 Country Club Dr. Palm Desert

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Low child/teacher ratio Enrichment Programs (760) 346- 6829 boehmcdc@ boehmcc.org • www.boehmcc.org

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• Skating Lessons with instructors • Off-ice stretching & exercise class • Hockey • Broomball • Arts & crafts/games • Fun skating • Lunch (bring your own)

Ages 6 and above Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm $250/week $75/day

(760) 324-0400 68-600 Perez Rd., Cathedral City www.deserticecastle.com

What’s Best for the Children?

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Divorce Child Custody & Support Property & Debt Division Spousal Support (Alimony) Restraining Orders

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Paternity Cases Guardianships Adoptions Child Protective Services Cases

The Law Office of

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VBS is

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at Desert Springs Church!

June 29 to July 2

9:30 & 11 am

with music by

DEAN-0!

Mon-Wed 6 - 8 pm

REGISTER NOW

at desertspringsfamily.org

CHILDREN CLASSES:

Ballet / Tap / Jazz / Hip Hop / Lyrical

Summer Camps & Birthday Parties!

1700 E. Tahquitz Canyon Palm Springs, CA 92262

760.413.6931

lindsay@dancewithmisslindsay.com www .DancewithMissLindsay. com

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Summer Camp “Sewing in the Summer”

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(760) 328-8737 NEW PROJECTS EACH DAY! Ages 9-18 Morning or Afternoon Sessions Available 9:30 AM to Noon | 12:30 PM to 3 PM $30 Per Session Tues, Wed & Thursday through July & August!

The Quilter’s Faire | 34500 Gateway Drive, Suite 110, Palm Desert CA

Host an International Exchange Student

Benefits of hosting an international student: • Build a lifelong friendship • Foster a connection to American culture and education • Gain insight into a different culture 781-996-0429 • Earn a monthly stipend info@gphomestay.com www.gphomestay.com

transforming education

TUTORING K-12 A DIFFERENT WAY TO LEARN Free Consultation Affordable Effective All Subjects Home School Support Certified Staff

760-325-8100

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Emmaus Counseling & Educational Center Centro Familiar de Asesoría Educativa • Solution-Focused Counseling Susan Elizabeth Lees, Psy. D. • Psychological/Academic Evaluations Director/Psychologist Responding to Specific Questions Directora/Psicóloga BBS CA # 3039 • Low Academic Achievemement • Intensive Programs for Jump Start & Rapid Progress: Lindamood/Bell Programs for Reading, Math & Written Language

(760) 574-4182

• Asesoría • Evaluación Psicológica y Académica • Terapia Educativa: Atención, Motivación, Conducta y Problemas de Aprendizaje.

• Programas Intensivos para el Progreso más Rápido: Evaluaciones/ Reportes para Inmigración Servicio en todo el Desierto

www.companionsontheway.net

Need a tutor?

• All Subjects • Pre-K-Adult • Math • Science • Reading • LD/ADD • Writing Skills • Study Skills • SAT/ACT Prep • Affordable Rates • Qualified Tutors • Summer Tutoring • Homeschool Tutoring/Assistance • Bilingual Tutors

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Desert Sands Unified Shool District

Choices for Learning John F. Kennedy Elementary

Carrillo Ranch Elementary Magnet

Math & Science Magnet School

Academy for the Arts

Scan to Learn About our School:

John F. Kennedy Elementary school boasts a variety of integrated math and science theme-based classes. Students are provided the opportunity to learn through inquiry and investigation. The curriculum is enhanced by the faculty and staff’s hands-on, highly visual instruction.

Our Math and Science Program Features:

Indio’s Carrillo Ranch Elementary Magnet Academy for the Arts dynamic curriculum engages K-5 students in rigorous academics as well as music (vocal, instrumental and band), dance, drama, art and audio/ visual engineering.

Students learn to read music, play a variety of instruments and compose their own musical pieces.

In addition, there is a dedicated stateof-the-art keyboard lab, as well as the latest in audio/visual equipment, including wireless microphones.

For more information, call 760-238-9700

Singapore Math Science Labs LEGO Lab Robotics Team Gardens For more information, call 760-775-3840 Scan to Learn About our School:

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Family Child Cares BERMUDA DUNES MEJIA RUIS CHILD CARE (760) 895-4619 License # 334808704 Ages: 0 to 6 years

Tikvah Preschool

CATHEDRAL CITY

Learning with love

ANNA GUILMETTE (760) 668-3405 License #: 334807784 Ages: 1 to 12 years

• 2-5 years • Jewish Education and Values • Children of all faiths are welcome • Children in diapers accepted • Low child/teacher ratios

BELTRAN DAYCARE (760) 324-5307 License # 330920077 Ages: 0 to 5 years

INDIO/COACHELLA FROGGY’S TONS OF FUN FAMILY CHILDCARE (760) 265-5201 License # 334840294 Ages: Infants to 6 years VALLEY CHRISTIAN FAMILY CHILD CARE (VCFCC) Janna Jess License #334842433 Ages: Newborn to 3 years

760-568-6779

License #334812299

www.templesinaipd.org/Tikvah-Preschool

www.valleychristianchildcare.jimdo.com

Where the love of learning begins...

ST. THERESA EDUCATIONAL PRESCHOOL

• Ages 2 1/2 to 5 • Half Days Programs

Summer Program June 9th - July 18th, weekly rates

OPEN TO ALL DENOMINATIONS

WASC CERTIFIED • CPR CERTIFIED 2785 E Via Vaquero Rd, Palm Springs

(760) 864-9804

Come meet Dr. Steve, Dr. Lauren and their friend Kermit!

Steven J Niethamer, D.M.D. Lauren Gutebnerg, D.D.S.

Pediatric Dentistry

New Location

490 So. Farrell Dr.,Ste C-101 7144 Airway Ave. Palm Springs, CA 92262 Yucca Valley, CA 92284 (760) 320-7621 (760) 365-4400

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TICKETS ON SALE NOW

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