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Armenta Equals Success! At Armenta Learning Academy we believe all students have different learning needs and styles, therefore, we work with each student to determine educa onal programs that will make a difference in their academic career. We see students benefi ng from our small class sizes and personal a en on, as reflected in our students’ achievements of one to three levels in one school year.
Grounded in the belief that children are a precious gi , Armenta Learning Academy individualizes programs of instruc on to promote good grades, peer and instructor support, concept reinforcement, goal achievement, excellent academic values, and accelera on. By reviewing and checking homework, promo ng good study skills,
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and combining independent and mutual work me, our goal is to prepare your children for their en re academic careers. Our academy can provide educa onal programs for gi ed and special needs including Dyslexic, A en on Deficit, Asperger’s, and other special learning needs and their family’s needs.
With our student centered School and Tutoring programs, educa onal support and a developmental, hands-on approach, our students enjoy a variety of instruc onal support and mul -sensory, “across the curriculum” approach to instruc on which is designed to assist students in acquiring skills they need to cope with
their language learning differences.
This suppor ve, orderly, success oriented program encourages the development of academic competence, effec ve work habits, self-discipline, and self-esteem. Armenta Learning Academy has a tradi on of encouraging crea ve and independent thinking, teaching a strong self-concept, and encouraging personal mo va on, while moving at the child’s learning pace and achieving excellence through educa on.
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Standout Reviews
Birthday Celebrations! Ms. Borden March 22nd Brianna Bodo March 31st Nick Clute April 2nd Mrs. Julie Armenta April 3rd Mr. Bruce Smith April 4th Marissa Keene April 5th Izzy Lockman April 14th Catelyn McCleester April 21st Ethan Kfoury April 26th Ms. Abby Hopkin April 26th Delaney Samuelian April 27th Tristan Van Dam May 7th Gianna Vanessen May 18th Leo Murphy May 25th Ms. Dawn Hopkin June 13th Tanner Samuelian July 6th Ethan Anapoell July 9th Kendall Bogdanovich July 17th Ms. JoRene Axford July 25th Sophia Eide July 28th Isabela Del Nero Pires August 8th Declan Henry September 25th Maria Dzuiban October 8th Gracyn Belnap November 1st Joel Watts November 10th Brody Armenta November 19th Julianna Valdovinos November 23rd Ms. Malinda DeSilva November 25th Nico Del Nero Pires November 27th Jinaya Winbush December 23rd Archita Deshpande January 2nd Megan Shook January 27th Ms. Judy Pegram February 22nd
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“Mr. Smith, Thank you very much for your help! I had some trouble beforehand and I needed some way to ease myself into Freshman year, and you were the main cause of that and I can’t thank you enough for that. And then of course there was the entire Windmill project fiasco, which I very much could not have handled on my own.” - Carter Strom “I love this school! I can't wait to come here, it's been such a fun summer Mrs. Armenta and Mr. Smith are the best, they teach me in creative and fun ways. I love all my classes here, especially Science. ” - Declan
We love celebrations at Armenta! If your birthday is coming up, we plan to celebrate! Let Armenta Learning academy know when your special day is coming up!
standout students December 2018 Student of the Month Jinaya Winbush
Jinaya is a 4th grader. She is very creative and smart! She works hard with Mrs. Armenta on her Math each week. We're so proud of her progress and pleased to have a part of the Academy.
March 2019 Student of the Month Catelyn McLeester
Catelyn has a beautiful smile and spirit! She is such a joy to have in class. She has been with Mrs. Armenta’s class for two years. We are so proud of her and all her success and accomplishments at ALA! 2
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Summer School at Armenta Learning Academy Come in for our Summer Program, tailored to fit your child’s needs!
Armenta Offers Full & Part Time Programs Available for Pre-K to Adult – Call to Reserve Your Spot for Summer 2019!
For Your Enrichment Needs:
For Your Academic Needs: Cer fied Play A en on Neurofeedback Courses
Book Clubs
Fishing Clubs
Calligraphy
Computers
Counseling
Tutoring & Home School Support
Kinder Readiness
Brain Teaser Fun
Scavenger Hunt
Nontradi onal Op ons
Armenta Olympics
Sign Language/Spanish
Share Day
Wri ng Workshops
Pet Educa on
Skills for School Success
Nature Walks
Classes for Credit
Guest Speakers
Social Skills Class
Armenta Angels Outreach
Science Experiments
SAT/ACT Prep
Adop on Support
Special Needs Support
Early Gradua on Op ons
Fall & College Prepara on
Armenta Summer School Early Bird registra on discounts available throughout the month of March.
Peer Chat Groups Gi ed/Accelerated Studies Field Trips
Oceanography
Community Clean Up
Jewelry Making
Art & Music Therapy
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Summer Field Trip Fun at Armenta Learning Academy We have so many great activities planned for this summer. Feel free to join us for one or all of our field trips! A great way for your kids to be enriched, engaged and stay cool. Field trips are subject to interest and attendance. Tidal Pools: Life and Discovery High and Low Tide, Lunar Pull and Micro Habitats Tidal Pool Discovery and
Dana Point Marine Center
Tidal pools hold a wide variety of unique sea life. We will be exploring the habitats of these animals first hand. The rocks are sharp so be sure to bring old shoes. Remember to bring sun block and supplies for a picnic.
Marine Mammals: Their Habits and Habitats Seals, Sea Lions, Porpoises and Whales Pacific Marine Mammal Center $15.00 per Participant It’s time to take the donations we have collected and go see the animals we are helping. We will take a tour of the center and see where they take care of sick seals and sea lions. After the tour we’ll have a picnic lunch on the grounds.
Beach Day Cleanup and Field Trip A Day at the Beach with ALA $25.00 per Participant Come spend the day at Capistrano Beach cleaning up and having fun. We will spend the day working and playing with swimming, a castle building contest, run relays and have a picnic style lunch together. Bring your sun block, towel, swimming gear, hat and lunch.
Life in the Ocean: Above and Below Macro Habitats, Ocean Population, Sea Life and Pollution Impact Aquarium of the Pacific $30.00 per Participant We will spend the day at the aquarium and take a class about sharks. We will also tour the aquarium and see the diversity of life to be found in our oceans. Lunches will be provided for $8.50 per student.
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ArmentA Course of the semester Play A en on Neurofeedback This helps: A en on Stamina Visual Tracking Time on Task Cogni ve Memory Depression Anxiety Short-term memory Discriminatory Processing A en on Monitoring Social Skills Working Memory Execu ve Func oning Skills Mental Math Spa al Memory Sleep and more!
We are licensed for the Play A en on Program, which is a Neuro feedback tool. Play A en on gets quick results in focus and concentra on with ADHD, anxiety, depression, au sm, cogni ve memory, behavior, thinking skills for kids and adults, and more. This is the leading learning program with 91% success rate in a very short me. Play A en on is the global leader in educa onal, cogni ve, and behavioral interven ons for ADHD.
91% Success Rate
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Au sm Reading Comprehension Classes Ages 5-9 These classes are geared toward children from grade K to 3rd. The program will give your child the founda on and support they need to successfully begin or improve on their journey with reading. They will also be taught reading comprehension tools. This will build words, sentences, vocabulary and comprehension. We have programs for Au s c and Special Needs children, specifically language-delayed and non -verbal learners. Cer fied Play A en on Courses Ages 14-18, Ages 10-13 and Ages 5-9 We are licensed for the Play A en on Program, which is a Neuro feedback tool. Play A en on gets quick results in focus and concentra on with ADHD, au sm, cogni ve, behavior, thinking skills for kids and adults. This is the leading learning program with 91% success rate in a very short me. Play A en on is the global leader in educa onal, cogni ve, and behavioral interven ons for ADHD. Lindamood-Bell Classes Grades 9-12, Grades 7-8 and Grades K-6 This cu ng-edge teaching techniques offers tools to help your child who struggle with learning issues, especially readers. We use a mul -sensory approach that uses different senses to help make connec ons between sounds, le ers, and words. We use sight, sound, and touch to enhance and empower the learner. This approach is highly beneficial for students with dyslexia, auditory processing disorders, and dyscalculia. Sessions range from 1 to 4 hours daily for best results . Mul -sensory Handwri ng Program Grades 9-12, Grades 7-8 and Grades K-6
This technique incorporates music with handwri ng classes to help your child get skills for focusing more effec vely during school. We challenge memory, logic, a en on, and verbal skills through a variety of brain and wri ng exercises.
Art Class In this fun arts and cra s class we will be doing many hands on cra s. We will be showing the students different ways to make unique art pieces, for example we will be doing: canvas pain ng, origami and design, watercolor pain ng, clay crea ons, charcoal pain ng, sketch and collage art, art por olios, and drawing art. The students will have a chance to get in touch with their ar s c side, get hands on, and create many new things! Gardening Class This gardening class will show your kids how to pot their own succulents, start their own garden of flowers or vegetables using recycled bo les and other recycled materials, paint rocks and shells to add to the garden, learn all about how plants and vegetables grow and survive, create magic bean stocks, make mini greenhouses, and fairy gardens! There are so many exci ng things we will be learning in this class! 7
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Nature Class In this nature class we will be teaching the students all about nature, and the different habitats there are. We will be doing a schoolyard habitat, nature art, making rainbows, grow micro greens, make homemade bird feeders and birds nests, create sprout houses to teach the kids about germina on, and more!
different types of photography, and everything they need to know to take good quality photographs! Science and Math Hands On Class In this class we will be doing fun hands on science and math projects. We will be doing volcano erup ons and let the colors flow and change, exploding lunch bags, slime fun, crystal growing, and more! Water Explora ons Class This exci ng water explora on class we will be showing the students different projects learning about water. We will be doing sink or float experiments, make fluffed up soap, bubble making, make colored ice castles, sugar water rainbows, design and build.
Jewelry Making Class In this jewelry making class we will be teaching the students how to make their own cracked marble necklaces, beaded wrapped bracelets, wrapped rings, earrings, anklets, keychains, shoe decora ons and more! This gives the students a chance to be very crea ve, and wear and enjoy their very own masterpieces!
Social Skills Class Grade 9-12, Grade 7-8 and K-6 Basic Manners & E que e Workshops and Social Skills Classes. Classes can be individualized and specialized to your child’s needs. Appropriate Dress for Various Se ngs Personal Grooming Handshaking - The Ul mate Gree ng Introducing Yourself and Others - The Ul mate Homemade Decora ons and Designs First Impression This class the students will learn how to make Responding to Introduc ons their own all natural scented candles, bath bombs, bath melts, chap s cks and more! We Name Tag E que e will be doing step by step procedures to teach Conversa on Skills the students how everything is made from start How to Remember Names to finish! Body Language & Eye Signals Thank You Notes Photography Class Ne que e - Cell Phone and Electronic E que e For this photography class we will explore Telephone Manners photography inside and outside the classroom. Respec ng Cultural Differences We will be learning all about portrait Being a Though ul Traveler - Travel E que e photography, macro photography, landscape General Manners and Common Courtesies photography, food photography, sports and ac on photography, and more. The students will The Job Interview Study, Time Management, and Test Taking Skills be learning how to operate a camera, all the 8
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summer Courses At ArmentA LeArning ACAdemy Language Arts Class Grades K-8th Highlights of the class include a focus on: Grammar Wri ng Speaking Skills Reading Comprehension Spelling Techniques This workshop is for students who can benefit from Julie M. Armenta, Educa onal Specialist and Founder of Armenta Learning Academy to concentrate on her most beloved subject, language arts. Guaranteed success of improving our students' performance levels and providing them with the skills they'll need in the real world. Mrs. Armenta has geared this class to meet the needs of your children with their learning style. We are excited to make the English language not just a learning tool, but an experience. Guaranteed to bring your student up one whole grade level! Reading Program Ages 14-18, Ages 10-13 and Ages 5-9 Our reading course is Phonics based with a whole language approach that will bring your child up an en re grade level! We make reading fun and come alive. We cover fluency, phonemic awareness, decoding skills, reading comprehension, vocabulary building and more. Wri ng Classes Ages 14-18, Ages 10-13 and Ages 5-9 Our wri ng course covers paragraph building, crea ve wri ng, flow and format, The 5 Paragraph Essay for more advanced writers, confidence building, and developing a lifelong, enthusias c writer and reader. Math Class Ages 14-18, Ages 10-13 and Ages 5-9 Math comes alive with hands-on learning tangibles for all ages. Applying to real life applica ons, making math fun.
Armenta Summer School Early Bird registra on discounts available throughout the month of March.
Science Class Grades 9-12, Grades 7-8 and Grades K-6 Our Science Class is a fun experience, with cool facts, quizzes, projects, lessons, images, and videos. Beginners Spanish Grades 9-12, Grades 7-8 and Grades K-6 Introduc on to Spanish grammar, basic sentences, nouns, adjec ves, verbs and pronouns. Intermediate Spanish Grades 9-12, Grades 7-8 and Grades K-6 Refresh your basic skills with an in depth course where you will prac ce intensive listening, speaking, reading and wri ng in Spanish. Beginner Sign Language Class Grades 9-12, Grades 7-8, Grades K-6 Learn alphabet and beginning words to formulate sentences and build vocabulary. Fun and hands on learning! Intermediate Sign Language Class Grades 9-12, Grades 7-8 and Grades K-6 Vocabulary, formula ng sentences, hands-on learning, intermediate building up to conversa onal sign language. SAT/ACT/GED Test Taking Strategies Class Test taking for college, helping with all subjects. Support to get high scores to get them into the college of your dreams. How to Get Into the College of Your Choice High School Age GPA Requirements Course Applica on Process How to Stand Out on Your Applica on Test Scores Needed Scoring Well on the SAT When to Apply & How How to Take Advantage of Scholarships & Grants How to Keep Track of and Meet College Applica ons Deadlines The Common Applica on Pros and Cons 9
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Upcoming Events at Armenta Learning Academy
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the month of March. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day. we will be panning for gold throughout the month of March! Sign up at ALA and tell your friends and family if they’d like to join us. The most gold panned wins a prize! The first day of spring is Wednesday, March 20th, 2019. Essay Contest “Why Do I Feel Lucky.” Submissions due Thursday, March 21st, 2019. Winner will receive a prize! Join Mrs. Armenta and Ms. Hopkin for Curtains, The Musical, at Dana Hills High School March 21st-23rd, 2019. Friday, March 29th, 2019, marks the end of the second progress repor ng period. Spring Break April 1st-5th. We will be available upon special request. Essay Contest “My Favorite Spring Break Ac vity.” Submissions due Wednesday, End of the year Fishing Trip with April 10th, 2019. Winner will receive a prize! Armenta Fishing Armenta Olympics will be held Thursday, April 11th, 2019 at the Academy. Academy Thursday, June 13th We will be hos ng an Easter Celebra on and Easter Egg Hunt on Wednesday, $75 per Person, All Welcome! April 17th, 2019. Easter Will be Sunday April 21st, 2019. Earth Day is on Monday, April 22nd, 2019, we will celebra ng Earth Day by plan ng our own plants and succulents and trail cleanup. . Tree Plan ng Ceremony in Honor of Earth and Arbor Day on ,Thursday April 25th, 2019. Arbor Day is Friday, April 26th, 2019. Memorial Day is Monday, May 27th, 2019, no school that day. Last Day of School is Thursday, June 6th, 2019. Summer School Schedule is Monday, June 3rd—August 30th, 2019.
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SAT/ACT Testing
It’s that me of year again, SAT/ ACT tests are coming up for high school students! Many start preparing during their sophomore year. Armenta Learning Academy can help your student get a great head start preparing for both with experienced teachers and tutors available from 8:30am to 8:30pm, 7 days a week! ALA recommends 2-3 hours a week studying for either test with frequent prac ce tests. The best me to start prepara ons is 2-3 months in advance. A few prepara on tools that you might find useful: ACT Prep Books The Real ACT Prep Guide The ACT for Dummies Upcoming ACT Dates April 13th, 2019 June 8th, 2019 July 13th, 2019
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Sat & aCt preparation time Wisdom Integrity Success Excellence through Education
A Note for Summer from Mrs. Armenta: “We are looking forward to another successful summer and we are delighted to be part of your child’s journey. There are so many adventures and enriching experiences planned at ALA for your children. It is truly a privilege and honor working with your children. Thank you for this opportunity and we look forward to seeing your children grow, develop and blossom. Be sure to take advantage of this extra me with your children this summer. This me is a precious gi . Have an enriching and happy summer!”
SAT Prep Books Gruber’s Complete Prepara on for the New SAT The College Board’s Official SAT Study Guide for the New SAT The Princeton Review’s Cracking The New SAT, 2019 Upcoming SAT Dates May 4th, 2019 June 1st, 2019
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Pet Nutri onist at APA Ms. Melinda DeSilva is our #1 staff member at ALA and she is also our Armenta Pet Academy pet nutri onist! She is available for informa on for Healthy Pets food and more! She offers personalized treats that are healthy and organic for pets your pets. Contact us at 949-433-0898 for more informa on.
ARMENTA ANGELS PACIFIC MARINE MAMMAL CENTER
We are proud to con nue to serve Pacific Marine Mammal Center (PMMC) as the recipient of our Armenta Angels Community Outreach Program for the last 10 years. PMMC is a non-profit organiza on dedicated to the rescue, rehabilita on and release of marine mammals stranded along the Orange County Coastline and to the increasing public awareness of the marine environment through educa on and research. There will be a collec on box in the lobby for dona ons of the items on the list below. On August 1st, 2019, we will be visi ng the PMMC and turning in our collected dona ons.
Unflavored Pedialyte (most
Armenta Pet Academy At Armenta Pet Academy we believe in establishing a rapport with you and your pet to build trust and respect for a great experience with your pet. Training that should be s mula ng and fun as well as enriching for your pet. We use posi ve reinforcement methods to get quick results. We will train in your home or you can have your pet stay with us short term for day school or long term for a new, improved pet for day school or boarding while you are away for great results. Contact Armenta Pet Academy at (949) 433-0898.
Custom Care & Training for Your Canine Family Member Get quick results with house breaking, chewing, barking, jumping, digging, mouthing & more!! Private or group/In home or At Site Problem Solving Behavior Medita on Obedience Training On & Off Leash Training Personal & Family Protec on Trauma Support/ Esteem Building Separa on Anxiety, Pet Therapy Tricks & Performance Training Puppy Basic Skills Training Socializa on/Field Trips
important item) Light Karo Syrup Toilet Paper Paper Towels Dawn Dishwashing Detergent Bleach Liquid Laundry Detergent (Tide works best for fishy laundry) 3 inch Chlorine Tablets (Found in the pool supply sec on) Rolls of 1 inch Masking Tape (Scotch or 3M brand is best) Blankets White Photo Paper Permanent Markers Staples /Office Max Gi Cards Home Depot/Lowes Gi Cards Bo led Water Postage Stamps All Monetary dona ons are welcome. Cash dona ons can be dropped off at ALA or mailed directly to them at: Pacific Marine Mammal Center 20612 Laguna Canyon Rd. Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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