Sunday, August 28, 2011

Free archery classes!

Free archery classes are every Saturday at El Dorado Park (except for holiday weekends). First time you must take the safety class, taught at 12pm. Sign up by at least 11am because it fills up fast. They supply all equipment.

The archery range is off Spring St., north side, across the street from the nature center.  Parking fee is $7/car, annual pass is $40 (purchase at the nature center).  To avoid the parking fee, you can park in the neighborhood just west of the park.

Participants must be 8yrs old at least.

After you pass the safety class, the beginner class meets at 11am. You achieve a score of 100 to move onto the intermediate (at 10am).

The instructors are dedicated volunteers, very patient and knowledgeable.

For more info: Aletha Donathan, Head Archery Instructor at (562) 688-9666.

For regular classes, contact Janet Dykman.  Ms. Dykman is a 3 time Olympic archer.
Children must be at least 8 years old.  The first five weeks is geared toward getting the student to shoot safely and consistently while the sixth week is a private fun shoot for the class with fun activities.  The cost for the session is $75, but you can save $20 by prepaying the $55 before the first class.  Class fee includes all instruction, equipment use in class, program folder, and fun shoot.  Class members also have practice privileges and equipment use at the other class times for Int./Adv. archers on Wednesday & Thursday

Want to learn to shoot, but need flexibility and can't commit to six consecutive weeks?  Save $15 off the daily rate by buying a six class punch card for $75 and use it any day class is being held.

 
If you have questions call Janet @ 626.242.8870 or email to gotarrows@gmail.com
 

Friday, July 1, 2011

A Spelling "Course"

From Connect the Thoughts:

Our Spelling Program is simple, and allows the student to correct words he is already using in his work, rather than providing an arbitrary list of words “right for his level”, whatever that means, and whoever makes those decisions.
During the week’s work (Monday morning-Friday afternoon), the tutor or parent MAY
NOT correct spelling. But they DO make a list of any and all spelling errors noted in the student’s work. Here’s how it works:
1. Students working with a computer to type reports, essays and creative works leave spell check turned ON. They then do their written assignments on the computer. (This will also help their typing.)
2. They will see their misspelled words underlined in red by Spell Check, as they work.
3. Students (or their tutors) list in writing any words they misspell during a week. This is done on the weekly form, below.
4. Ten of the student’s misspelled words for the week are selected on Friday Afternoon (after studies), and a copy of the completed form (called SPELLING PROGRAM
WEEKLY FORM) is given to the student. The master remains in a file for that student’s spelling work. (This is so you can have the word list he misspelled in case the other copy is lost.)
5. The student is expected to take the list of ten words home and drill the spelling of the found words until he or she knows how to spell them. This is done over the weekend, and is usually the only “homework” done in conjunction with Connect The Thoughts.
6. On Monday morning, first thing, the student is asked to write down all the spelling words on a blank piece of paper. This quiz is to take about five minutes.
7. Any words misspelled are added onto a new list for next week, on the bottom of the Weekly Form. The completed weekly form including quiz results is placed in the student’s spelling file and kept with his or her other work. Place these in the folder chronologically, the oldest tests in the back, the most recent test at the front when you open the folder.

That’s it. Don’t add anything to this procedure, please. If a student is a particularly poor speller, do the procedure twice a week, generating a list on Tuesday and Friday nights.

Sunday, January 9, 2011

A new year at gee!

Welcome to a new and exciting year at gee! We've been relaxing over the holiday, but now we are ready to get back into the swing of things. Check out our new offerings and some old favorites. Remember, to sign up for classes, go to our meetup site. Thank you! http://www.meetup.com/geeclasses

Science2U is full for our first session, but we will be offering The Expanding World of Gases in February!

Engineering with LEGOS will start on Friday, January 14 at 1pm. This is 90 minute session for 7-12 year olds. $112.50 for 6 weeks. Sign up here.

Art with Brenda Benveniste begins on Friday, January 21 at 11am. Ms. B is an amazing teacher and has many years experience working with all ages and abilities. 105 minute class for 5-12 year olds. $99 for 3 sessions. RSVP here.

We are excited to offer Stop Motion Animation this year, but it is already filled up. We hope to schedule another class in March. Stay tuned on our meetup list.

Middle School English is starting another session with Erin Chianese. She gets rave reviews from her students and their parents. Begins Tuesday, January 25 at 1pm. 90 minute sessions for 11-13 year olds. $280 for 16 sessions. Sign up here.

And we have new classes on Wednesdays! Beginning Spanish for 5-8 year olds from 11am-noon ($75/6 weeks); The Magic of Music for 5-10 year olds from 12:30pm-1:30pm ($50/4 weeks); and History of Contemporary American Music for 11+ years from 1:45pm-2:45pm ($50/4 weeks). All classes begin Wednesday, January 26. RSVP here!

And keep an eye out for a new Magic Tree House book club forming for 6-8 years olds beginning Thursday, February 3rd. This will also have an optional field trip outing each month!

We are very excited about seeing old friends and meeting new ones. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. Write Cindy at hijola@yahoo.com . Thank you and we wish you many Great Educational Experiences!

Monday, August 16, 2010

Fall semester at gee!

Hello all!

We are ready to start a new semester at gee! We are fortunate to have such a wonderful, bright, and fun space in Long Beach. While we have drop-off classes, parents are always welcome to stay and chat or have a cup of coffee. We, also, have wi-fi.

To find our latest list of classes, sign up at http://www.meetup.com/geeclasses . Meetup handles our RSVPs and some photos and comments from previous classes are on there, as well.

While we bring in vendors for Sky Mountain and we, ourselves, are vendors for SM, you don't need to be affiliated with any group to take our classes. Feel free to bring payment to the first day of class or pay online (for a small fee).

And now for what we have planned so far...

Star Wars Origami
Ages: 5-12 (Parents of 5-6 year olds, please stay to help your child)
Monday, August 23, 1pm-2:30pm
$15/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14316996/

American Literature - High School
Grades: 9th-12th
Tuesdays, August 24-December 14, 11am-12:30pm
$300/student
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14213462/

English for Middle Schoolers
Grades: 6th-8th
Tuesdays, August 24-December 14, 1pm-2:30pm
$280/student
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14213301/

World Cultures: Sub-Saharan Africa
Ages: 9-12 years
4 sessions: Wednesdays, 8:45am-9:45am, 8/25, 9/1, 9/8, 9/15
$50/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14428587/

World Cultures: Sub-Saharan Africa
Ages: 6-8 years
4 sessions: Wednesdays, 9:45am-10:45am, 8/25, 9/1, 9/8, 9/15
$50/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14290746/

Math & Money
Ages: 6-9 years
4 sessions: Wednesdays, 11am-noon, 8/25, 9/1, 9/15, 9/22 (no class on 9/8
$50/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14213404/

Intermediate Elementary Writing
Ages: 9-11 years
4 sessions: Thursdays, 9:45am-10:45am, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16
$50/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14339490/

Beginning Elementary Writing
Ages: 6-9 years
4 sessions: Thursdays, 11am-noon, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16
$50/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14329394/

Cookamation: Mayan Citrus Salad & Shrimp Maya Ceviche
Ages: 5-12 years
Thursday, August 26, 1pm-2:30pm
$35/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14317243/

Science2U: Kid's Chemistry
Grades: 4th-6th
4 sessions: Mondays, 12:30pm-1:30pm, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4
$50/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14213139/

Science2U: Kid's Chemistry
Grades: K-3rd
4 sessions: Mondays, 2pm-3pm, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4
$50/child
http://www.meetup.com/GEEclasses/calendar/14213180/

Stay tuned for classes with Mad Science, Spanish4U, Engineering with LEGOS, US History, Photography, and Arts & Crafts.

All classes are held at Paint N Glaze, 3960 N. Studebaker Rd., #102, Long Beach. Please contact me at hijola@yahoo.com for more info or check us out at http://www.meetup.com/geeclasses

Friday, June 25, 2010

Engineering with LEGOS camp!

Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGO

Have your child become a Play Well Engineer! Students take on real-life engineering challenges that explore concepts in physics, architecture, mechanical and structural engineering with over 100,000 pieces of LEGO material. From race cars to Battletracks, this is a hands-on and minds-on camp suitable for LEGO novices to "maniacs." Designed by engineers, the curriculum challenges both new and returning students to reach the next level of engineering comprehension all while having fun.

What: LEGO Engineering
When: Monday thru Friday, August 2nd - August 6th
Time: Ages 4-6 years 9am - noon
Ages 7-13 years 1pm - 4pm
Cost: $170 per child
Location: Paint N Glaze, 3960 N. Studebaker Rd., #101, Long Beach

Please sign up by July 15.

Checks may be made payable to:
Great Educational Experiences
6444 E. Spring St. #279
Long Beach, CA. 90815

or you may pay online through Amazon Payments for your convenience (a service charge of 5.00 is added). Become a member of meetup and RSVP here.

For more info: email geeclasses@yahoo.com or call 562-841-6493

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Functional Families Parenting Workshop

Join us for a 4-week workshop exploring parenting tools for a new generation.

Parenting is people-making...every parent has experienced deep and overwhelming feelings of frustration and anger. Together we will learn tools to help you meet your needs and the needs of your children. We will focus on what lies beneath your child's behavior and make conscious choices to connect with empathy and strengthen family bonds.

Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21, & 28
7pm-9pm
$100
* Sorry, we do not have childcare at this time

Workshop topics include:
- Healing Reflection
- Brain Development
- Anger, Self-care, and Setting limits
- Communication and Practice

Tova Pusl is a certified Parent Educator and mother of two school-aged boys. Tova found her true passion upon becoming a parent; connecting with her children and helping others find that family connection. Tova takes a realistic approach to parenting, realizing that each and every day of parenting brings us unexpected challenges. She aims to share information and create a community of support for parents, family, and caregivers.

To sign up:
Email geeclasses@yahoo.com or
Call 562-841-6493 or
Join our meetup and RSVP here.

Monday, June 21, 2010

Intro to Anthropology!

See what we have planned for the fall! In this intro class, students will learn what anthropology is and get an idea for what the subject covers. We are suggesting ages 6-9 years, but you can come check it out and see if it will be a good fit for your child. $12.50/child. See you there!

Intro to Anthropology
Wednesday, June 30
10am-11am
Ages: 6-9 years
$12.50/child (pay online here or bring a check to class)

Fall class description:
Please join us for an exciting year of Anthropology! This class will encourage curiosity about our world. Each month children explore different regions – Africa, Europe, Asia, Oceania, South America, and Central America. December will, also, include holidays around the world.

Each four week session includes geography of the area, climate, vegetation, animals, films, photos, and games. Cultures in the region will be discussed and compared to our own. A craft project is included, as well as, artifacts and costumes. Students will be encouraged to complete a project at home and present in class if they like.

Our teacher is Ms. Helena Ottoson-Carter, a native of Sweden and mother of a 4 year old daughter. She has a Master’s degree in Applied Anthropology and a BA in International Studies.

To join us on this journey around the world, RSVP here.