Enrichment on Alki Fall 2011 Brochure - Classes Postponed

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Enrichment on Alki Fall 2011

What is “Enrichment on Alki”? NEW after-school program at Alki Elementary Open to the West Seattle community and beyonFall 2011 offers a variety of 46 classes for GradProgram areas include, but are not limited to:

Art Drama Dance RecreationFitness Music Academic Achievemen

Life SkillsOur goal is to engage andinspire youth to becomeproductive, caring and

responsible globalcitizens.

Classes have been postponed…

October 24th - December 16th, 2011.Updated class dates/prices will appear online at www.seattle.gov/parks on October 18th.

Visit our blog at enrichmentonalki.blogspot.com for additional informThis program is presented by Alki Community Center in cooperationwith Alki Elementary School, and made possible throughSeattle Parks & Recreation and the Associated Recreation Council.

Register online!www.seattle.gov/parks

It’s EASY!

Daily Schedule

3:00-3:30pm:Gym

(Snack +Attendance)3:30-4:30pm:First Class4:30-5:30pm:Second Class

Program AdministratorAngelica Boyden



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Program Schedule:Most programs will start the week of October 24th and runthrough the week of December 12th. If there is an earlyrelease/no school day, there will be no afterschool classes.These “No Class” days are figured into the price of eachclass. If a class is cancelled due to instructor absence, therewill be a make-up class offered, and if that is not an option,a refund will be issued.

Refund Policy:It is the policy of Seattle Parks and Recreation and theAssociated Recreation Council that:- Anyone who registers for a class, special event or

program that is cancelled for any reason will receive a fullrefund.- Anyone who registers for a class, special event, or

program, and who requests a refund 14 days or more prior to the program start date may receive a refund minusa service charge of $5 or 10% of the class fee (whichever isgreater).- Anyone who registers for a class, special event, or

program, and who withdraws from the activity less than 14days before its start date will receive no refund. (Thosewishing to withdraw prior to the start of the 3 rd session of aclass due to dissatisfaction, misunderstandings, etc., may

be eligible for a partial refund.)

Contacting Enrichment on Alki Staff:The Recreational Programs Administrator, who is locatedon-site at Alki Elementary everyday afterschool, can bereached through their work phone at (206) 790-6659 or atthe email address: [email protected]. Billingquestions primarily go through Alki Community Center at(206) 684-7430. Both the Community Center and theProgram Administrator are in contact daily, workingtogether to make sure the program runs smoothly.

OH NO! My class got cancelled!Most programs require a minimum of 4-6 participants inorder to make them financially sustainable. We do our bestnot to cancel classes and we will often delay the start of a

program in order to reach the minimum numbers for enrollment, but there is no guarantee. Please register early!

Registration and Payments: Registration Has Begun! If you have never participated in a Parks and Recreationsponsored program, signing up at Alki CommunityCenter would be ideal as they have to create an accountfor your family. Once that is established, you may callthe Community Center, stop by, or pay on-line throughSPARC. Remember : All families will need to completea Medical Authorization E-13, Behavior Contract, andOff-Site Permission Slip prior to participating in any

Enrichment on Alki program.

Questions/Concerns:If you have questions about a class, we hope you feelcomfortable speaking to the instructor directly. If youfeel like your questions or concerns are not fullyaddressed or have concerns about other areas, pleasecontact the Program Administrator. You may alsocontact Barb Drake, ACC Asst. Coordinator, with anyconcerns, questions or ideas. She may be reached at(206) 684-7430 or by email at: [email protected]

Who Can Register:All classes are open first to Alki Elementary School

families as well as children in the broader West Seattlecommunity. Seattle Parks and Recreation operatesactivities which are open to anyone interested in

participating, regardless of the school they attend.

Financial Assistance:The Alki Advisory Council offers scholarships up to50% of the class fee as funds are available for mostclasses. A Scholarship Application must be submitted for approval prior to receiving any discounted or reducedfees for a class. Full payment must be received if ascholarship request is pending in order for your child to

participate. Unfortunately, we cannot take partial payments for any of our programs.

Enrichment on AlkiFALL 2011

Class Dates: October 24th — December 16thFall Quarter NO CLASS DAYS: 10/26, 11/11, 11/21-11/25

On to the classes!

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ARTS * DANCE * DRAMA

ART PROGRAMS

Art and Its Therapeutic Value

This class will help your child develop that personal sense of self worth and value thru art. The activities scheduled for this classhave been created with the emphasis of helping children increasetheir self esteem and develop a higher emotional IQ.Instructor: Danae BergmanLocation: Room 203Grades 3-5#79771 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades K-2#79772 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $100.00

PhotographyStudents in this class will learn the basics of photography andcomposition. Discover the world through a different lens!Instructor: Patti PetersenLocation: Lunchroom EGrades 3-5#79795 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades K-2#79796 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $90.00

Collage BasicsThis introductory class to collage will focus on idea generation,

personal aesthetic, and composition. Students will collage preexisting images with those of their own creation via drawing, painting, and stenciling. At the end of each lesson, students willhave a take-home 'brainstorm map' to share on the fridge, while

putting in time each week on a long term self portrait project to be presented at the end of the session.Instructor: Phi NguyenLocation: Room 209Grades K-2#79778 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79777 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $100.00

Puppets Intro

In puppet making, students will create shadow, popsicle stick,and paper bag puppets. The puppets will also come to life andhelp students learn skills such as character development andcreativity.Instructor: Phi NguyenLocation: Room 208Grades K-2#79800 11/2 — 12/14 Wed 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79799 11/2 — 12/14 Wed 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $85.00

The ART of Storytelling Let your child’s inner creative spirit run wild in this hands -onclass to develop their self-expression and creativity. Usingwashable paint and mixed media, students create take-home

projects to develop a rich and individual relationship with art.Instructor: Geoffrey GarzaLocation: Room 210Grades K-2#79769 10/24 — 12/12 Mon 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79767 10/24 — 12/12 Mon 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $100.00

DANCE AND DRAMA

Ballet/Jazz ComboEnjoy the fun of learning beginning ballet and jazz disciplines,

barre work, floor work, combinations, and routines. Comeexperiencing the difference between classical and modernmovement. No shoes necessary.Instructor: Terra MorganLocation: StageGrades K-2#79773 10/27 — 12/15 Thu 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Activity Fee $100.00

Tap/Jazz ComboLearn the basics of tap and jazz. This fun, beginning jazz andtap class will include barre work, floor work, combinations,and routines. Come experience the difference between jazz andtap disciplines. Simple tap shoes required.Instructor: Terra MorganLocation: StageGrades 3-5#79801 10/27 — 12/15 Thu 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $100.00

Beginning DramaFun beginning theatre play, exploring feelings and actionsin a variety of settings using hats, jewelry, shoes, silly clothesand props. Beginning script writing.Instructor: Terra MorganLocation: StageGrades K-5#79774 10/25 — 12/13 Tues 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.Activity Fee: $125.00



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Improv GIANTSIn this class, students learn from a professional in the art of stage

presence, articulation, voice projection, proper posture and

improvisation skills as well as gain confidence and self-esteemwhile playing fun theater games. Become a GIANT today!Instructor: Geoffrey GarzaLocation: StageGrades K-2#79790 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79789 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $85.00

MUSIC

Group Guitar

A group class designed for students to learn the basics of guitar,including chords and songs. No prior experience necessary.Come learn to rock! Guitars are provided.Instructor: Karl FagerstromLocation: PortableGrades K-2#79787 10/24 — 11/7 Mon 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79785 10/24 — 11/7 Mon 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Grades K-2Activity Fee $45.00#79788 11/14 — 12/12 Mon 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5

#79786 11/14 —

12/12 Mon 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $60.00

THE BEAT — Percussion BasicsCan you feel the beat? In this group class come learn the basicsof percussion instruments, including bongos, maracas and much,much more. No prior experience necessary. Come feel the beat!Percussion instruments are provided.Instructor: Karl FagerstromLocation: Room 207Grades K-2#79803 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79802 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $90.00

Twinned PianoPiano lessons for two students per half an hour.Instructor: Music Lessons on WheelsLocation: Portable

Grades K-5#79805 11/2 — 11/16 Wed 3:30 - 4:00 p.m.#79806 11/2 — 11/16 Wed 4:00 - 4:30 p.m.#79807 11/2 — 11/16 Wed 4:30 - 5:00 p.m.#79808 11/2 — 11/16 Wed 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $87.00#79809 11/30 — 12/14 Wed 3:30 - 4:00 p.m.#79810 11/30 — 12/14 Wed 4:00 - 4:30 p.m.#79811 11/30 — 12/14 Wed 4:30 - 5:00 p.m.#79812 11/30 — 12/14 Wed 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $87.00

ACADEMIC ENRICHMENTHomework HelpFor children who need a bit more help with homework, we'vegot them covered.Instructor: Colin DrummLocation: Lunchroom WGrades K-5#79824 10/24 — 12/12 Mon 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $65.00#79826 11/2 — 12/14 Wed 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $55.00

Constructing a Universe — Writing Science FictionIn this class, students have the opportunity to write their ownscience fiction short story. They will learn about how to createa believable universe in which to set their story, how toimagine convincing characters within that setting, and how toarrange events in the story into a satisfying plot.Instructor: Colin DrummLocation: Room 205Grades 3-5#79779 11/2 — 12/14 Wed 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Activity Fee $85.00

DRAMA * MUSIC * ACADEMICS

OH NO! My class got cancelled!Most classes require a minimum of 4-6 participantsin order to make each class financially sustainable.We do our best not to cancel classes, and we willeven delay the start of a class in order to reach theminimum numbers for enrollment, but there is no

guarantee we can avoid cancelling classes...Please be sure to register early!!

Remember to register on-line, www.seattle.gov/parks. Get into the program you want with the

click of a button!



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Math Games, Puzzles, & Problem Solving Fun!Join us as we play fun mathematical games, solve puzzles, andenjoy challenging problem solving activities together. Comeexplore a variety of hands-on materials including pattern blocks,geoboards, Cuisenaire rods, color tiles, card games, and dicegames.Instructor: Marcia MillerLocation: Lunchroom WGrades K-2#79831 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79830 10/28 — 12/16 Fri 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $85.00

LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

De Todo Un Poco — A Little Bit of Everything

We live in a multicultural world. In this class students will learnabout South American culture thru cooking and creating art.Some Spanish words, phrases and numbers will also be taught ina fun, non-competitive environment. No previous Spanishrequired. Instructor: Danae BergmanLocation: Lunchroom EGrades 3-5#79782 11/2 — 12/14 Wed 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades K-2#79783 11/2 — 12/14 Wed 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $90.00

OrigamiDiscover the fun of Japanese paper folding. This paper sculptingclass will introduce students to topography, form, and functionusing paper. Each student will be making small paper figures totake home and share after each weekly lesson, whilesimultaneously working with others on building acollaborative sculpture.Instructor: Phi NguyenLocation: Lunchroom EGrades K-2#79794 10/24 — 12/12 Mon 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79793 10/24 — 12/12 Mon 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $100.00

GAMES

Chess Recreation

Recreational play and strategy building for those learning thegame of chess. Chess sets are provided.Instructor: Mike EzzoLocation: LibraryGrades 3-5#79775 10/24 — 12/5 Mon 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $70.00

The Dao of Strategy — Settlers of CatanThe goal of this course is to introduce students to basicconcepts in strategic thought. Students will learn to play theGerman board game “Settlers of Catan”, using the game to

begin discussions of strategy, tactics and game theory.Instructor: Colin DrummLocation: Lunchroom WGrades 3-5#79804 10/17 — 12/12 Mon 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $75.00

Lego ManiaIn this "unstructured" play environment, students will put their creativity and analytical skills to the test to complete dailytasks and exercises. Legos are provided.Instructor: Mike EzzoLocation: Room 207Grades K-2#79791 11/2 — 12/7 Wed 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Activity Fee $80.00

Lego RoboticsIn this class students will put their creativity and analyticalskills to the test as they create and build various structures

based on daily exercises and tasks while working on skillssuch as teamwork, communication, time management, strategyand execution. Legos are provided.Instructor: Mike EzzoLocation: Room 207Grades 3-5#79792 11/2 — 12/7 Wed 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee $80.00

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Pokemon — Play, Trade, Strategize!Students in this class will learn and develop the necessaryanalytical, social and strategic skills behind the game of Pokemon. Play, trade and strategize! Pokemon cards notincluded. Please provide your own cards.Instructor: Mike EzzoLocation: LibraryGrades 3-5#79797 10/28 — 12/9 Fri 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Grades K-2#79798 10/28 — 12/9 Fri 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $65.00

GAMES AND ATHLETICS

Leadership through Fun & GamesThis class is designed to allow students plenty of opportunities

for growth as individuals, focusing on building character traits of leadership, teamwork, cooperation and positivity, through fungames and activities.Instructor: Miik WellsLocation: Lunchroom EGrades K-2#79828 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79827 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $85.00

Challenge Me This!This class is designed to challenge students both mentally and

physically during various types of obstacle courses and activities.These activities are also designed to facilitate teamwork,cooperation and positivity among program participants.Instructor: Miik WellsLocation: LunchroomGrades K-2#79823 10/27 — 12/15 Thu 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.Grades 3-5#79821 10/27 — 12/15 Thu 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $85.00

Yoga and Your ChildStudents learn the power of self regulating through breathing,relaxation and fun exercises. This is a fun non-competitive classwhich promotes exercise as well as an overall sense of well

being. Students can expect to learn yoga poses through fun andenergetic games as well as increase their ability to stay on task!Yoga mats are provided.Instructor: Danae BergmanLocation: GymGrades 3-5#79814 10/24 — 12/12 Mon 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.Grades K-2#79818 10/24 — 12/12 Mon 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $105.00

ZumbatomicThis class is a rockin’, high -energy fitness party packed withspecially choreographed, kid-friendly routines and all themusic kids love, like hip hop, reggaeton, cumbia and more.Parents love Zumbatomic because of the effects it has on kids,increasing their focus and self-confidence, boostingmetabolism and enhancing coordination. Kids love it becauseit’s a fun way to burn off energy and express themselves.Instructor: Patti PetersenLocation: Lunchroom WGrades 3-5#79819 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.Grades K-2#79820 10/25 — 12/13 Tue 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $100.00

SPECIALS

Thankful Mr. TurkeyWhat are your thankful for? Thankful Mr. Turkey is a simpleand easy project that will allow students to create their owngreat Thanksgiving centerpiece as well as give thanks for the

bounties of the season.Instructor: Angelica BoydenLocation: Room 206Grades K-5#79833 11/17 Thu 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $25.00

Let it SnowLet it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Enjoy an afternoon of hotcocoa and treats as we create one-of-a-kind snowflakes. Easyto make and lots of fun! Who’s ready for a winter wonderland?!Instructor: Angelica BoydenLocation: Room 206Grades K-5#79829 12/1 Thu 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $25.00

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Sugar, SugarEnjoy the simple joy of a seasonal treat! Learn how to createyour own cookie cutter, then cut-out, bake, decorate and enjoythe simplicity of holiday sugar cookies.Instructor: Angelica BoydenLocation: Room 206Grades K-5#79832 12/8 Thu 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $25.00

White Elephant Gift ExchangeIt isn’t always a question of whether “it is better to give than toreceive.” With this game, students will learn to appreciate thesimple joys of the season of giving. Prepare to laugh and smile atthese super and/or silly gifts. Gifts included.Instructor: Angelica BoydenLocation: Room 206

Grades K-5#79813 12/15 Thu 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.Activity Fee: $30.00

EXTENDED PLAY

Extended Play

Extend your child's play opportunities in 30 minute incrementswhen you need extra time following Enrichment on Alki

programs from 5:30pm - 6:00pm on Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri andfrom 5:00pm - 6:00pm on Tue by purchasing an ExtendedPlay Punch Card. Punch Cards are available at AlkiCommunity Center starting October 24th, 2011. Extended Playfeatures a variety of low structure activities includingHomework Help, Games, Puzzles and more.Instructor: Enrichment on Alki STAFFLocation: LunchroomGrades K-5#xxxxx 10-24 — 12/16 M/W/R/F 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.

T 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Activity Fee: $50/Card OR $5/Punch

EXTENDED PLAY PUNCH CARD

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(Back)

SPECIALS * EXTENDED PLAY

$50.00 per cardOR

$5.00 per punch.

Non-Transferrable andNon-Refundable.

Thanks!

Punch Card is valid for one quarter.

Fall 2011: Oct 24th— Dec 16th

WELCOME TO

Enrichment on Alki“where students learn to become successful individuals in their

communities as well as the world around them, molding them into productive,

caring and responsible global citizens.”

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