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Register Now for January Classes!

Nobody teaches piano, voice, guitar, violin, drum, preschool music, brass, and woodwind lessons like us!

Over 10,000 families, 46,000 Lessons Annually. 37 years.

Louisiana’s Largest Private School of Music.

Brand New to Music Lessons?

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to find out what you need to know when getting started!

Why Take Music Lessons?

Increase Memory and Coordination Skills, Increase Self-Esteem, Provide a Creative and Emotional Outlet, Enhance Academic Performance

• Piano/Keyboard • Voice • Guitar • Bass Guitar • Jazz Band • Orchestra • Flute

• Clarinet • Saxophone • Bassoon • French Horn • Violin • Cello • Trumpet

• Trombone • Tuba • Drums • Children’s Choir • Music Theory • Composition

OUR SCHOOL’S MISSION:

To provide students of all ages with the skills they need to enjoy music for a lifetime.

• Preschool Music • Rock/Pop Band • String Ensemble • Summer Camp

It’s Easy to Get Started!

Call Now to Learn More!

(985) 590-4545 – Covington (985) 674-2992 - Mandeville

Here’s what our Parents are Saying:

“At a time when I was concerned for my children’s self image and well being, the academy gave much more than music lessons and dance classes. They nurtured my girl’s natural musical talents. More amazing, the staff and teachers fed their souls and characters. I can see the difference in how my girls view themselves as well as difficult tasks.

Children are supposed to feel invincible and the school helped achieve this feeling for my girls. A simple music lesson has culminated into “My daughter’s vocal teacher is wonderful, and our entire the addition of good friends and family to our lives.” ~ Robin Ledet experience with LAAPA’s whole staff and organization has been above and beyond my expectations. Having a child with “Ben LOVES the classes, and they have benefited him tremendously. A.D.H.D., I have seen the change in my child, for she has His intentional listening skills are improving, as are his fine motor skills, truly developed a love for music thanks to this school. It not balance, and coordination. Ben loves to dance and sing to the songs we only has boosted her self confidence, it has opened her up to learn at Preschool Music. He has also developed an interest in musical a new world. If you’re looking into taking lessons for yourself instruments, especially the piano and guitar, and would like to take les- or a loved one, put this school on the top of your list to call.” sons at the Academy when he is older. Ben and I have a lot of fun togeth~ Anthony Bourgeois er and look forward to attending our session every week.” ~ Heidi Hoppe Other LAAPA Schools

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Nine Reasons our 1,100+ students can’t wait for their music lessons each week!

• Lessons that are FUN! We teach the songs, styles, YOU want to learn….from Pop, Jazz, Rock, Classical, and more.

• Piano, Voice, Guitar, Violin, Brass, Woodwind, Drum, & Preschool classes for all ages in one location.

• Largest & Most Qualified Music Faculty on the Northshore who LOVE to teach.

• Digital lesson plans with audio, video, links, and more!

• Optional recitals so that your family and friends can share in your progress.

• Outstanding customer service by our front desk staff so that our teachers focus only on teaching.

• Professional facilities including classroom iPads to ensure the finest possible learning experience.

• Original method books written for our students published by our faculty via the Academy Press.

• Free weekly music theory classes offered to all students either on campus or online via SKYPE.

Call Today to Get Started!

Mandeville School of Music

Covington School of Music

316 Girod St.

1111 Village Walk Rd.

(985) 674-2992

(985) 590-4545

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January INDEX

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Shannon Summersgill, CPA . . . 36 Culinary Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Acting/Drama/Modeling

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Art Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Brushworks Academy of Art . . 32 Baby & Children’s Furniture

Once Upon A Child . . . . . . . . 18 Baby Ultrasounds

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Sports & Family Chiroprator . . . 10 Clothing, Consignment, Shoes & Specialty Items, & Gifts

Camp Girl Biz . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Carolynn’s Wonderland . . . . . 12 Children’s Repeat . . . . . . . . . . 20 Once Upon A Child . . . . . . . . 18 Simply Chic Boutique . . . . . . . 16

Community Awareness

Boy Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Children’s Advocacy Center . . . 32 Cleft for a Cause . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Department of Children & Family Services . . . . . . . . . . 9 Living 4 Burke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 PRIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Discovery Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Cooking Instruction

Culinary Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Dance Instruction/Apparel

Elite Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Dentist/Orthodontics

Bippo’s Place for Smiles . . . . . 25 Children’s Dental Cottage . . . .8 Todd Brausell, D.D.S. . . . . . . . 33 Dolls,Teddy Bears & More

Carolynn’s Wonderland . . . . . 12 Education/Preschools & Mom’s Day Out

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Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

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Specializing in infants, children, and children with special needs A child’s first dental visit should be by age 1

• Personalized attention from our doctors • Parents are always welcome in the treatment area with their children Now seeing patients Monday thru Friday

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Therapeuticrens ild Adults & Chm Progra Get in with ridshape horse‌ ing a hoofin it.

Cowboys & Cowgirls at the Ranch Come learn to ride!

Located on the Northshore

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Arts & Crafts & Fun Animals We do Birthday Parties on site and off site Pony, Hay Rides & Feed Farm Animals email: lisa.fun2bfit@gmail.com

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Best little secret around!

1/2 day structured program 9am - 1pm Preschool Ages 18 mos.-5 yrs Age appropriate curriculum

Established 1991

“Building a foundation based on learning and love”

Registration for 2016-17 School year starting this month

Music • Chapel Time • Weekly Themes 2 Beautiful Playgrounds • P.E. Classes

Extended Day Available Monday & Wednesday until 3pm

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HCP admits students regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin.

Our staff is trained and certified in Infant/Child CPR and Pediatric First Aid.

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3 YEAR OLD OPENING! for this current school year

No Registration fee

full time or part time

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626-5724 www.stmichaelspreschool.edu 4499 Sharp Rd. • Mandeville

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Our children grow academically, socially, and spiritually.

Mother's Day Out 12 months - 24 months 9am-1pm, Mon.-Thurs.

2 or 4 days available

Socialization • Art • Music • Play Time

Preschool

18 months old through 5 years • 9am-3pm Extended Hours 7:30am • 5:30pm 2016-2017 Open 3 or 5 Days Available Registration Begins January 20th Call today for a tour!

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What is Stewards of Children?

Stewards of Children is a prevention training program that teaches adults how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.

It is the only nationally distributed, evidence based program proven to increase knowledge, improve attitudes, and change child protective behaviors.

Great educational opportunity for educators, parents and anyone interested in protecting children from abuse. Social Work CEUs offered.

CALL for training information For more information‌ Email: sabadie@cachopehouse.org or Call: Sue Abadie at 985-892-3885

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SOUND MEDICAL IMAGING

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All sonographers are registered medical sonographers with more than 20 years experience.

Find out the gender, if he sucks their thumb, if she has her daddy’s demples or mom’s nose.

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Come see the art offi our state of ce tv’s, Sony , Big screen Playsta and more tions .

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends your child’s 1st dental visit to be at age 1.

Dr. Brasuell encourages parents to accompany their children in the clinical area.

Certified, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

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Our mission is to raise funds to provide necessities for children in need of cleft palate reconstructive surgeries. We donate 100% of proceeds to the David Hoffman Memorial Fund, a foundation set up by the Cleft Team to provide funds for expenses for patients and families. These expenses may include cleft palate reconstructive procedures, dental implants, money for gas, hotels, picnics (patients are given the opportunity to meet other children with cleft palates), teen lunches (lunches specifically for teen cleft palate patients), and other costs suggested by the Cleft Team.

Check out our website: to read more about us, buy a t-shirt, or donate!

You can also follow us on Twitter @cleftforacause for updates and other information.

Are you looking for a loving, family atmosphere for your little one?

Ages 12 Mos. - Kindergarten

A small school with a huge heart for Jesus and • Accredited Montessori School • Qualified, Experienced and loving Montessori educators • The lowest student/teacher ratio in town: 5 to 1 • Sign language, Foreign language, and Music • Safe and secure environment • Full time, Part time available • State Licensed

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“Huntington helped me excel in vocabulary and made learning easier.

I have all A’s!” — Ethan B. (4th Grade) “Ethan was developmentally delayed and struggled in several aspects of his life as a young child. Huntington gave him the opportunity to work one on one to acquire the skills he personally needed not only excel academically, but to get ahead. His developmental delay is now a thing of the past! We are so thankful for the Huntington program.”

— Parents of Ethan B.

“I made it to honor roll breakfast! “ — Peyton B. (8th Grade) “We reached out to Huntington because we saw Peyton struggling with writing and study skills. With the help of some great tutors and lots of hard work, Peyton and Huntington together managed to build a strong foundation. He is now ready for the challenges ahead. We feel lucky to have made the decision to take the first step into Huntington because Peyton is a much better, more prepared, and happier student because of it.”

— Parents of Peyton B.

“Huntington cares about their students and want to see every student improve in all aspects. Not only have my ACT scores improved by eight points, but my grades at school have improved as well. The study skills and techniques they have taught me will stick with me forever.”

— Emma M. (11th Grade) “I wish I would have put my oldest daughter through Huntington. I missed the boat.

It would have made a real difference with her just like it did with Emma. My daughter was already a great student, but after Huntington her ACT scores jumped eight points.”

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