Winter Enrichment Brochure

ST. PHILIP’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

STUDENT ENRICHMENT WINTER 2012 January 9-March 8, 2012 Deadline Thursday, November 17, 2011

PROGRAM CO-DIRECTORS COACH DAVID VASQUEZ & MRS. GABRIELA OLSEN

WINTER 2012 SCHEDULE MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

ELITE SOCCER TRAINING CO-ED SRK-5TH

PROJECT RUNWAY SEWING CLUB

SPANISH OLECITO

PLAY, PRETEND, PERFORM

SPANISH OLÉ

SRK-5TH

N-JRK

N-JRK

SRK-5TH

SOCCER LEAGUE GIRLS 1ST-3RD

BALLET

MIND LAB

N-JRK

N-5TH

LIGHTS, CAMERA, SHOWTIME SRK-3RD

PEE-WEE BASKETBALL TRAINING N-JRK

TENNIS CLINIC

JAZZ

IRISH DANCING

COOKING WITH KIDS

GYMNASTICS

JRK-5TH

SRK-5TH

N-5TH

N-5TH

N-2ND

ABRAKADOODLE ART

TENNIS CLINIC

SOCCER LEAGUE CO-ED SRK-2ND

RUNNING CLUB

N-3RD

PEE-WEE SOCCER TRAINING N-JRK

GREEN MONKEY YOGA

SOCCER LEAGUE CO-ED

CHESS CLUB

ONCE UPON A TIME

N-5TH

3RD-5TH

1ST-5TH

PEE-WEE SOCCER LEAGUE CO-ED N-JRK

SIMPLE STUDY SKILLS 2ND-5TH

KARATE

READING WRITE

SUPERSONICS JUMPROPE

SRK-5TH

JRK-5TH

1ST-5TH

READING WRITE

BASKETBALL TRAINING

HOMEWORK HELPERS

HOMEWORK HELPERS

JRK-5TH

SRK-3RD

1ST-4TH

1ST-4TH

JRK-5TH

3RD-5TH

N-JRK

HOMEWORK HELPERS 1ST-4TH

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ENRICHMENT WINTER 2012 REGISTRATION FORM (one registration form per student) DATE: STUDENT’S NAME (Last, First): GRADE: EMAIL: PARENT’S CELL PHONE # Please fill in the activity choices that your child will be attending each day; detach and return this form to Mrs. Gabriela Olsen or Coach David Vasquez by Thursday, November 17, 2011 Please do not send payment with your registration. An invoice will be mailed to you for the full amount for all Enrichment classes. Payment in full must be received by the due date indicated on the statement in order to remain enrolled in the program

DAY

ACTIVITY

FEE

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY TOTAL FALL SEMESTER

$

$50.00 LATE FEE (After November 17, 2011)

$

GRAND TOTAL

$ 3

General Information As an extension of St. Philip’s Episcopal School After School Program, Enrichment classes are designed to complement a rigorous day of academic learning. By providing students with invaluable opportunities to explore, Enrichment classes help nurture students' creative and extracurricular interests. These classes enhance a student's education by bringing new concepts to light or by using old concepts in new ways. Activities are fun for the student, but they also impart knowledge.

We offer a myriad of exciting after school enrichment classes for students in Nursery through Fifth Grade. Some of the most popular activities include Soccer, Spanish OlĂŠ, Irish Dancing, Mind Lab, Gymnastics, T-Ball, Green Monkey Yoga, Tennis Clinic, Running Club, Basketball, Abrakadoodle Art, Cooking with Kids, Sewing Club and Lights, Camera, Showtime.

Piano Lessons: for scheduling please contact Mr. Harrell at 305.742.5369 or charrell@saintphilips.net Registration On Monday, January 9, 2012, the Winter Enrichment Semester will begin. Please do not send payment with your registration. An invoice will be mailed to you by the Business Office for the full amount for all Enrichment classes.

Remember that registration is on a first come, first served basis.

We may need to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment.

One uniform per student is provided for all sports.

Registration deadline is Thursday, November 17, 2011.

An after deadline $50.00 late fee will be added to your bill for late registration. No exceptions.

Classes will not be made up due to unforeseen cancellations.

Enrichment catalogs are sent home before the beginning of each trimester.

Refunds $50.00 charge if class is dropped after the first meeting .

No credits or refunds are offered after the first week of the season.

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WINTER TERM SCHEDULE JANUARY 9 – MARCH 8, 2012

MONDAY CLASSES ELITE SOCCER TRAINING CO-ED (SRK-5TH) The goal of elite soccer training is to challenge every player to improve his/her skills while having fun playing the world's most popular game. Every session is structured according to a player’s strengths, weaknesses, and developmental needs. The main focus of each session is “Ball Mastery,” which is the foundation of success in soccer.

Students will be trained by a Professional soccer coach and ex- MLS player.

Coach Ricky Alcerro 3:30-4:30 $250

SOCCER LEAGUE GIRLS (1ST-3RD) Take your soccer game to the next level under the expert instruction of Coach Vasquez.

You’ll become adept at one touch and two-touch passing, trapping with both feet, redirecting shots and marking your opponent. Games will be played at Palmetto Bay Soccer League, Coral Reef Park: 7895 SW 152 Street.

3:30-5:00 Coach Vasquez and staff $350

ABRAKADOODLE ART (N-2ND) This program allows the use of analytical and perceptual skills, along with creativity.

Students learn to problem solve, color, pay attention to detail, and build self-esteem.

Children learn to draw in a nurturing, positive environment.

N-JRK: 2:15-3:00/ SRK-2nd: 3:30-4:30 Abrakadoodle Staff $250

TENNIS CLINIC (JRK-5TH) Learn tennis with professional tennis instructors at Salvadore Park. Children will learn how to control the racquet and the ball, placement drills, and tactics and strategies for the game. Classes are held Mondays or Wednesdays.

JRK:2:15-3:00 / SRK-5th: 3:30-4:15 Bill Aronson $250

GREEN MONKEY YOGA (N-5TH) Time to Monkey around! Green Monkey will now be offering Green Monkey Kids Yoga (a.k.a. Chimps Yoga) for our enrichment program. With their "live in balance" philosophy, Green Monkey yoga classes encourage self-esteem and mind-body awareness without the "competitive" nature of other physical activities. Yoga postures, breathing and relaxation techniques and the deeper concepts of compassion and cooperation are all set to a perfect mix of music - and all add up to a whole lotta Monkey fun!

N-JRK: 2:15-3:15 / SRK-5th: 3:30-4:30 Green Monkey Staff 5 $250

MONDAY CLASSES (cont.)

SIMPLE STUDY SKILLS ( 2ND-5TH) Success in school begins with good study habits! The goal of this program is to teach students critical study skills which will allow them to work independently at home and at school with great success. Students will work at their own grad level with their current school textbooks.

4:30-5:30 Learning Smart Resources staff $285

READING WRITE PROGRAM (JRK-5TH) This individualized program is intended for students who have mastered early language and pre-reading skills. An eclectic teaching method is implemented to address all multi-sensory learning styles. Reading Write provides students with a unique opportunity to receive ne-to-one instruction while also acquiring independent learning skills.

3:30-4:30/ 4:30-5:30 Learning Smart Resources staff $285

TUESDAY CLASSES PROJECT RUNWAY/SEWING CLUB (SRK-5TH) Children will learn basic sewing skills while making items and clothes they love to wear. Projects include sewing and notions bags, garlands, scarfs, tops, cushions, hats and skirts. There are quite a few different sewing techniques the class will cover. With the easy sewing projects children will learn step by step to build their foundation of sewing expertise. At the end of the session all designers will walk through the “runway� modeling their designs.

Sewing with Kids SRK-5th: 3:30-4:30 $395

NEW CL ASSES

HOMEWORK HELPERS (1ST-4TH) Homework Helpers is an after school program designed to assist students with their homework. The program takes place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:30pm-4:30 p.m. or 4:30pm-5:30pm. Students who attend the program have shown improvement academically. Students will have the support and appreciate the extra attention. Students will work in a quiet atmosphere with a certified teacher who will check the work periodically. There will be only 12 students max per day, per class.

Mr. Lamar Kauffman and Staff 3:30-4:30 or 4:30-5:30 $475

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BALLET (N-JRK) Our ballerinas develop poise, self-assurance, and a sense of rhythm, balance, and strength. The Maria Verdeja School of the Arts, founded in 1987, offers top quality teachers in Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap and Pointe.

N-JRK: 2:15-3:15 The Maria Verdeja School of the Arts Staff $250

JAZZ (SRK-5TH) Jazz dancing is a form of dance that showcases a dancer's individual style and originality. Jazz dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns.

3:30-4:30 The Maria Verdeja School of the Arts Staff $250

SOCCER Take your soccer game to the next level under the expert instruction of Coach Vasquez. You’ll become adept at one touch and two-touch passing, trapping with both feet, redirecting shots and marking your opponent. Saturday games will be played at Palmetto Bay Soccer League, Coral Reef Park: 7895 SW 152 Street.

PEE-WEE SOCCER TRAINING CO-ED (N-JRK)

Practices only-No games Equipment: soccer shoes and shin guards only 2:15-3:00 Coach Vasquez /Coach Gianfranco $250 SOCCER LEAGUE CO-ED (3RD-5TH)

3:30-5:00 Coach Todd $350

BASKETBALL TRAINING (SRK-3RD) Basketball is a sport that allows children to have fun while exercising, playing as a team, and developing speed, balance, and strength. Enhance your coordination while shooting hoops and learning the fundamentals of basketball through personalized instruction.

NEW CL 3:30-4:30 ASS Coach Vasquez and staff $250 7

TUESDAY CLASSES (cont.)

KARATE (SRK-5TH) Master Argon and his associates will bring this exciting class to us through Balance for Life. This introductory class will focus on the development of self-discipline skills, following directions, and respect.

3:30-4:30 Master Argon $250

WEDNESDAY CLASSES

SPANISH OLECITO (N-JRK) Studies have shown that in order to achieve fluency learning a language from an early age is essential. Younger children are more likely than older children to be fearless at trying out a second language and this makes it easier for them to learn to pronounce words accurately and to speak without translating. No fluency in the language is necessary, just a desire to learn Spanish and have fun!

2:15-3:00 SeĂąora Olsen $250

MIND LAB (N-5TH) Mind Lab is an innovative and research-based program that helps students enhance their cognitive, social, and emotional skills using a series of internationally acclaimed mind games. Using these games will teach the fundamentals of strategy, problem solving, decision making, teamwork, communication, and will expand their thinking strategies.

N-JRK: 2:15-3:00 / SRK-5th:3:30-4:30 Mind Lab Staff $250

IRISH DANCING (N-5TH) We are pleased to continue our partnership with Breffni Academy of Irish Dance. This class provides a safe and wholesome environment to explore the use of creative minds in relation to dance. Ms. Christina Rodriguez has a solid reputation for delivering the very best in Irish Dance education.

N-JRK: 2:15-3:00 / SRK– 5th: 3:30-4:30 Ms. Christina Rodriguez $250

TENNIS CLINIC (JRK-5TH) Learn tennis with professional tennis instructors at Salvadore Park. Children will learn how to control the racquet and the ball, placement drills, and tactics and strategies for the game.

JRK: 2:15-3:00 / SRK-5th: 3:30-4:15 Bill Aronson 8 $250

CHESS CLUB (1ST-5TH) This class will be taught by experienced chess professionals from Chess Academy.

Pieces, positions, and strategy are the theme to this instructive course that teaches patience, discipline, concentration, and sportsmanship. Learn the fundamentals of this mind game as you pair up with other students to sharpen your knowledge of chess.

3:30-4:30 Chess Academy Staff $250

READING WRITE PROGRAM (JRK-5TH) This individualized program is intended for students who have mastered early language and pre-reading skills. An eclectic teaching method is implemented to address all multisensory learning styles. Reading Write provides students with a unique opportunity to receive ne-to-one instruction while also acquiring independent learning skills.

3:30-4:30/ 4:30-5:30 Learning Smart Resources staff $285

HOMEWORK HELPERS (1ST-4TH) Please see Tuesday classes

THURSDAY CLASSES PLAY, PRETEND, PERFORM (N-JRK) Does your child love to pretend? Like to dress up like a pirate or a princess? Simply have a very active imagination? PLAY, PRETEND, and PERFORM students will engage in imaginative play and theater games to enhance their creative thinking skills. By acting out familiar stories and creating new stories of their own, they will learn story structure and elements. Additionally, students will learn basic theater and performance concepts. And, most importantly, students will have fun, while gaining self -confidence.

2:15-3:00 Miami Children’s Theater Staff $250 NEW CLASSES

LIGHTS, CAMERA, SHOWTIME (SRK-3RD) (Introduction to Theater Art) This class is slightly more advanced than PLAY, PRETEND, PERFORM. Students will still participate in theatre games and imaginative play through stories to enhance their imaginations, but be challenged with more sophisticated material. Students will also work to improve their performance, movement and vocal skills. Additionally, they will be introduced to basic musical theater and the production process. The class session will end with a small production co-created by the students and teacher.

3:30-4:30 Miami Children’s Theater Staff $250 9

THURSDAY CLASSES (cont.)

SOCCER LEAGUE CO-ED (SRK-2ND) Take your soccer game to the next level under the expert instruction of Coach Vasquez. You’ll become adept at one touch and two-touch passing, trapping with both feet, redirecting shots, and marking your opponent.

Games will be played at Palmetto Bay Soccer League, Coral Reef Park: 7895 SW 152 Street.

3:30-5:00 Coach Vasquez and Staff $350

PEE-WEE SOCCER LEAGUE CO-ED (N-JRK) Take your soccer game to the next level under the expert instruction of Coach Vasquez. You’ll become adept at one touch and two-touch passing, trapping with both feet, redirecting shots, and marking your opponent.

Games will be played at Palmetto Bay Soccer League, Coral Reef Park: 7895 SW 152 Street.

2:15-3:00 Coach Vasquez/ Coach Gianfranco $350

SUPER SONICS JUMP ROPE (1ST-5TH) Jumping rope is just part of the fun in this high-energy workout class.

Students exercise while playing a series of games that develop agility, coordination, core muscles, and upper and lower-body strength in an exciting and natural environment. All you need is energy, enthusiasm, and sneakers.

4:30-5:30 Coach Bethel $250

COOKING WITH KIDS (N-5TH) Chef Maria brings this exciting class to us from Cooking with Kids Miami.

This program is designed to help students understand the importance of nutrition while learning to eat new foods. Cooking programs benefit children in their development by promoting nutrition and proper food handling, introducing science, math, geography and social skills, and most importantly, kids who get involved in cooking and learn about where foods come from tend to develop healthier eating habits. Each student will receive a cookbook with all the recipes prepared during the semester.

N- JRK: 2:15-3:00 / SRK-5th: 3:30-4:30 Chef Maria Cummins $395

HOMEWORK HELPERS (1ST-4TH) Please see Tuesday classes

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FRIDAY CLASSES SPANISH OLÉ (SRK-5TH) In today's competitive academic environment, we are all looking to give our kids that additional edge. Meanwhile, global developments continue to increase the demand for bilingual professionals. Why not prepare our children for this from the get-go? Children will interact and use everyday conversational Spanish in a non-threatening and fun atmosphere. Games, songs, food, and cultural activities will be at the center of this class.

3:30-4:30 Señora Olsen $250

PEE-WEE BASKETBALL TRAINING (N-JRK) This is an introductory class that teaches the basic skills with emphasis on fun. Enhance

your coordination while shooting hoops and learning the fundamentals of basketball through personalized instruction from Coach David and his staff.

2:15-3:00 Coach Vasquez/Coach Gianfranco $250

NEW CL ASS

GYMNASTICS (N-2ND) Gymnastics is an activity that children enjoy as they develop physical strength, flexibility, and balance. Gym Kidz certified gymnastic instructors will be teaching at St. Philip’s once again.

N-JRK: 2:15-3:00 / SRK-2nd: 3:30-4:30 Gym Kidz Staff $250

RUNNING CLUB (3RD-5TH) On your mark. Get set. RUN! Open to new runners and our previous run club members, students will train once a week learning proper stretching and running form. We will start our training as a group using run/walk intervals to complete a half mile. Runners will then pace themselves, working up to three miles. To close the season, we’ll run a Saint Philip’s 5K and students will receive participation medals when they cross the finish line. Students may also join the Saint Philip’s team at the Tribute to the Military 5K held in Coral Gables on February 5, 2012. Sports watches with interval timer suggested.

3:30-4:30 Ms. Danielle Wishka and Nurse Allyce $250

ONCE UPON A TIME... WITH MRS. SPACE (N-JRK)

Once upon a time there was a group of bright, bubbly preschoolers in the magical land of St. Philip’s. They got together once a week to listen in rapt attention to an engaging, ageappropriate book read by Mrs. Space. After the story, the enchanted children used their imaginations to participate in special activities together relating to the selected story. All the children left the class spell-bound to love reading and books. Magic wands and fairy dust included.

2:15-3:00 NEW CL ASS Mrs. Lili Space 11 $250

STUDENT ENRICHMENT WINTER 2012 ENRICHMENT CO-DIRECTORS Mrs. Gabriela Olsen golsen@saintphilips.net Coach David Vasquez dvasquez@saintphilips.net 305 444-6366 www.saintphilips.net

A special thank you to our Enrichment sponsors: The Luis Sosa Family and

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Enrichment Directors.

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