Supporting Our Students, Building Our Community. What is AEF? We are parents, neighbors, teachers, community members — just like you — who are dedicated to enhancing our students’ educational opportunities in all of Alhambra USD’s public schools. The Alhambra Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that raises funds to provide and enhance educational programs and curriculum at all schools, K-12. Our all-volunteer Board of Directors works tirelessly to ensure that our mission of “assisting in the achievement of a superior public education system” is a reality for all our students. Academic & Enrichment Classes • Sports • Music • Arts Afterschool Classes 2015 Class Catalog Founded in 1993 by parents, community leaders and teachers who were concerned about continual and drastic state budget cuts, AEF’s raises funds that benefit all AUSD schools and students, and is the official fundraising partner of the District. Over the past 20 years, the Foundation has donated more than $1.8 million to the District to support a variety of programs and services for our students at all school sites. Last year, AEF launched an exciting new community fundraising campaign, “Music & More.” The goal was to raise $300,000 to bring in-class music instruction to all Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade students in the 13 elementary schools of Alhambra Unified School District (AUSD). What’s more, AEF’s Music & More campaign has this year provided funding support for our 4-8th grade band and orchestra programs to help pay for instruments, music, and supplies. At AUSD’s high schools (Alhambra, Mark Keppel, San Gabriel, Century/Independence), AEF funded a new college and career counselor (part-time) to help all students in grades 9-12 with their college research, college application process, and career counseling opportunities. In addition, “Music & More” funded the new College Adventures field trip program that will give juniors and seniors the opportunity to visit and explore our local colleges and universities. June 8 through July 16 (6 weeks) Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 12:45pm 1:30 - 5:30pm Location: Ynez School 120 S. Ynez Ave., Monterey Park “Music & More” met its goal for 2014-15 of raising $300,00 and because of generous contributions by parents like you, these programs have been implemented this year in our schools. In order to continue these programs in the future, we need to again raise $300,000 this year and again ask for your help. Please help us continue these needed programs in our schools by making a generous tax-deductible donation to AEF. Your donations are gratefully appreciated! From Kindergarten to twelfth grade, new music programs to high school college counseling, AEF has become a welcome partner in ensuring excellence for our students — now and in the future. Early Bird Registration Saturday, April 11, 2015, 8:30am-2pm Alhambra High School Cafeteria 101 S. 2nd St. Alhambra Please join us on Saturday, April 18 for our 11th Annual “Service to Education” Awards Dinner & Gala, where we will celebrate 22 years of funding excellence in education. The gala dinner, held at the Los Angeles/San Gabriel Hilton, will feature fine dining, cocktails, and silent & live auctions, as we honor those who give back to the community. Please mark your calendar and buy your tickets now for this important community party and celebration of Alhambra’s wonderful public schools. Visit our website at www.aef4kids.com for more information. 2014-15 Alhambra Educational Foundation Board of Directors Stephen Perry, President Carolyn Ortiz, 1st Vice President Sharon Woo, 2nd Vice President Maria T. Chow-Kakazu, Secretary Cliff Bender, Treasurer Edward O. Aguirre, Past President Helen Chan Oriana Chan Julian Chung Cristen Ferro Julio martinez John Nuñez Terri Luong Emily Chan Lorraine Tom Sophia Tsoi Martin Ulloa Dawn Rock Sean Talbot Board Member Emeritus Dr. LaVonne B. Wood Ex-Officio/Liaisons Bob Gin, AUSD School Board • Pat Macintosh, AUSD School Board Janet Lees, AUSD • Laura Tellez-Gagliano, AUSD Executive Assistant Michelle Alcala Rafael Salazar Steven Klein Marcia Wilson www.aef4kids.com • info@aef4kids.com • (626) 943-3080 Alhambra Educational Foundation’s summer program for incoming Kindergarten through 8th grade students. General Information Course Offerings Please select courses for your child based on the grade he or she will enter in the Fall, 2015. All tuition fees noted are ‘EARLY BIRD,’ please see tuition schedule on page 5 for additional tuition fees. AFTERNOON CLASSES AT YNEZ SCHOOL for Grades 1, 2 & 3 Cooking & Culture Around the World Primary Classes (Grades K, 1, 2, 3) Self-Contained Classes Getting Ready for Kindergarten 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 Make sure your child is ready to start Kindergarten successfully! This class is designed to provide Kindergarten academic readiness skills in language and math, while having fun with art, music, science and social situations. Bridge to First Grade 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 This class will provide incoming first graders with the tools they’ll need to be successful in the Fall. The class will provide a strong phonics program, word building, reading, writing and mathematical skills around a theme. The class will encourage your child’s independence, foster initiative and cooperative play, all in a nurturing, interactive atmosphere! Jumpstart to Second Grade 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 This class will provide second graders with a jumpstart to learning! Students will continue to build their reading skills, as they pay attention to the key ideas and details in a story. In addition, students will learn fun, new mathematical concepts and skills, strengthening their number sense, place value, time and money skills. Students will also explore fascinating facts about plants and insects as they create hands-on science projects and have fun while learning! Third Grade - Here I Come! 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 This class will provide your child with an exciting exploration of the third grade curriculum! The class will provide instruction in reading comprehension, vocabulary building, writing and mathematic skills, including multiplication and long division. Students will have fun learning with creative thinking and problem solving as they reinforce their skills and get ready for third grade! 1:30 - 3:30 $270 Students will ‘fill their passports’ as they journey around the world, exploring cooking and cultures along the way! This exciting class will teach students in a fun and creative way about the traditions, cultures, arts and special foods associated with each of the seven continents. (2nd & 3rd grade only) Exploring Art, Music and Technology 1:30 - 3:30 $270 Explore the worlds of art, music and technology with this exciting class geared especially for curious 2nd and 3rd grade students! Your child will experiment with beginning musical instruments, create art using a variety of mediums, and learn basic computer skills, keyboarding, and age-appropriate games and software programs. NO MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME • • • • • • Enrollment is first come, first served. Use the registration form provided. Classes may be added if enrollment indicates a need; classes may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met. Avoid registration delays by providing alternate course selections. A parent and/or guardian must sign the registration form. Students will not be registered until the full tuition payment has been processed by the AEF office. The parent and/or guardian’s signature on the registration form indicates understanding and agreement to abide by all registration and refund policies. Please note that the AEF office is closed Friday Sunday and no refunds will be processed on those days. STUDENT BEHAVIOR A Behavior Agreement will be sent home with all students the first day of class. Students and their parents and/or guardians must read, sign, and return their Behavior Agreement the first week of class. All rules in effect during the regular school year will be in effect during Summer Academy. If a student is dismissed for disciplinary reasons, there will be no refund for unused days. Students may not remain on campus when they are not enrolled in a class. CONFIRMATION OF REGISTRATION LUNCH ALTERNATE CLASS SELECTIONS PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS All student classroom assignments will be posted at Ynez School on the first day of school, June 8 at 8am. Choosing alternate course selections can avoid delays in scheduling. Students will automatically be scheduled in their alternate choice should their 1st choice be full or canceled. If an alternate choice is not provided, a delay in scheduling will occur until a parent and/or guardian can be contacted. CANCELLED CLASSES Classes must meet minimum enrollment. Parents and/or guardians will be notified if a scheduled class is cancelled and will have the option to select another available class, or request a refund for tuition of the cancelled class. TUITION PAYMENTS All fees are due at time of registration. Check/Money Orders should be made payable to Alhambra Educational Foundation or AEF. Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover are the only credit cards accepted. A $25 service fee will be charged for all returned checks. SIBLING DISCOUNT Parents/Guardians enrolling more than one child from the same family may receive a $20 discount off the total registration fee for each additional sibling registered. REFUNDS AEF offers “fee for service” programs based on confirmed registration. Our refund policy is applied uniformly. • • • • Only a parent or guardian can request a refund. All refund requests must be made in writing to the AEF office located at 1515 West Mission Road in Alhambra. See dates listed below for refund charges. Late fees, processing fees and service charge fees are not refundable. K-8 SUMMER ACADEMY REFUND SCHEDULE On or before April 30, 2015 90% refund & $25 Cancellation Fee May 4 – May 21 75% refund & $25 Cancellation Fee May 26 – May 28 50% Refund (of total tuition) After May 28, 2015 No Refunds; requests will be reviewed for verifiable emergencies or health reasons only. A free lunch will be provided to all students participating in the Summer Academy program from 12:45 - 1:15pm daily. A limited number of need-based partial scholarships to AEF’s K-8 Summer Academy will be available on a first-come, first-served basis to students who qualify for the National Free/Reduced School Lunch Program. Scholarship applications are available in each school site office. Applications will be reviewed and eligibility confirmed by AUSD and AEF personnel. Deadline to apply is April 11, 2015. TRANSPORTATION AM & PM PICK-UP & DROP-OFF AEF does not offer morning or afternoon bus pick up for students enrolled in the Summer Academy. AFTERSCHOOL TRANSPORTATION TO MARK KEPPEL HIGH SCHOOL Afternoon bus transportation from Ynez School to Mark Keppel High School is available to grade 4-8 students who have enrolled in afternoon classes at Keppel (music, basketball & arts classes). Bus transportation fee is $15 per student for the 6 week program. ATTENDANCE POLICY Absences should be reported to Ynez School before 9am. There are no minimum attendance requirements for AEF’s K-8 Summer Academy classes. LOCATION The K-8 Summer Academy will be held at the following locations: (*Subject to Change) Ynez School 120 S. Ynez Ave., Monterey Park Mark Keppel High School 501 E. Hellman Ave., Alhambra TAX ID# DISCLAIMER The Alhambra Educational Foundation (AEF) is a non-profit organization primarily providing educational opportunities and does not fall under the federal guidelines governing childcare facilities. Although the AEF is a non-profit organization, the AEF K-8 Summer Academy is a service provided to students and tuition for the AEF Summer Academy classes is not considered a tax-deductible expense under current IRS guidelines. AEF will not provide tax ID# or receipts for income tax purposes. REGISTRATION INFORMATION Students must register based on the grade they will be entering in Fall, 2015 Students from other districts are invited to apply. Students not already enrolled in a California public, private or parochial school must provide their immunization record at the time of enrollment. DatesTimeLocationTuition (K-3) Tuition (4-8) Early-Bird Registration*April 118:30am -2pm Alhambra H.S.$420$210/course On-going Registration** April 22 - May 14 9:00-3:30 AEF Office $450 $225/course Late Registration** May 18 -May 28 9:00-3:30 AEF Office $490 $245/course All Afternoon Class tuition fees will increase on May 18 to: 1:30-3:30 Music Classes: $125 1:30-3:30 Arts Classes:$300 3:30-5:30 Basketball Camp: $150 3:30-5:30 Culinary Arts $300 3:30-5:30 Music Class$150 NO REGISTRATION April 13-21 and JUNE 1-4 Last Chance Registration June 8 - 11 9:00-1:00 Ynez School $520 $260/course Middle Grade Classes - Grades 4 & 5 All tuition fees noted are ‘EARLY BIRD,’ please see tuition schedule on page 5 for additional tuition fees. Creative Writing Workshop $210 Literature Through Movies $210 Reading Lab $210 4th & 5th Grade Math Review $210 (For incoming 5th & 6th Grade Students) 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Students will experience an intensive, yet fun, writers’ workshop that will focus on creative writing. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of genres and writing styles in a safe, supportive and creative atmosphere, and will share their work with other students. Open to 3rd grade students. 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class is designed for students who need additional support in reading, using a variety of materials to improve the students’ decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. If you are having difficulty reading, or want to improve your speed or comprehension skills, then this class is for you! Open to 3rd grade students. 8:30 - 10:30 Ever read a great book and then watch the movie too? In this class, students will read great books such as “Charlotte’s Web,” “Whale Rider,” and “Bridge to Terabithia” and then watch the films. Discussion, analysis, research, projects and presentations will follow each movie. 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class for incoming 5th and 6th grade students will review concepts covered in 4th and 5th grade math, to help them build a strong foundation for 5th and 6th grade math and the new Common Core mathematics curriculum. Mad Scientist! $210 +$20 lab fee 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Have fun with Science! This class will feature creative, imaginative, hands-on activities that will strengthen students’ reasoning and logic processes. Students will explore a number of topics using scientific reasoning and will also make connections with other content areas such as reading, writing, and mathematics. This is a hands-on course full of fun interactive activities and experiments. Open to 3rd grade students. *Alhambra High School **Alhambra Educational Foundation Office Cafeteria1515 West Mission Rd., Alhambra 101 S. 2nd Street, Alhambra summerschool@aef4kids.com AEF office closed on Fridays Registration Hours: 9:00 - 3:30pm Getting Ready for 4th & 5th Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will focus on preparing incoming 4th and 5th grade students for the new Common Core math curriculum. Concepts will include algebraic thinking, geometry and measurement, proportional reasoning, probability, data and statistics through hands-on activities to prepare students for common core mathematics. Middle & Intermediate Technology & Visual Arts - Grades 4-8 Beginning - Intermediate Computers $210 The Alhambra Educational Foundation (AEF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was founded in 1993 for the purpose of raising funds to support the educational programs for students in the Alhambra Unified School District. The District and the Foundation have coordinated their efforts for summer school programs. The Foundation sponsors the tuition-based summer schools for elementary and high school students. The Foundation works closely with school district staff to create a program appropriate for meeting the needs of our students. Please remember that the AEF also sponsors high school summer “get ahead” classes for students entering 9th grade through 12th grade. High school student registration forms and catalogs are available at all AUSD elementary school offices, high school guidance offices, the AEF office, and catalogs are available on the AEF website, www.aef4kids.com. AEF does not provide summer educational programs for students who receive special education support and have an active Individual Educational Program (IEP). The AEF is a non-profit organization that offers educational opportunities to students and does not fall under the federal guidelines governing childcare facilities. Although the AEF is a charitable organization, tuition for the AEF K-8 Summer Academy classes is not considered a tax-deductible expense under current IRS guidelines. AEF will not provide tax ID# or receipts for income tax purposes. 8:30 – 10:30 Students will learn keyboarding skills (typing). The class will cover basic word processing, desktop publishing and Internet research skills. Students will learn how to navigate the Internet, complete searches for information, find what they need, and learn to tell the difference between truth and lies on the Internet. They will be introduced to project-based learning, become familiar with web-based tools for organizing information and creating simple multi-media projects. Intermediate - Advanced Computers $210 10:45 – 12:45 Students will learn how to give digital presentations using PowerPoint, iMovie and web-based tools for organizing information and creating multi-media projects. Students will learn web-site design and how to keep pages up-to-date and exciting, as well as how to tell the difference between truth and lies on the Internet and how to complete web searching to get the information they want. Digital photography and video editing may also be part of this class. Robotics – (Grades 5 – 8) $210 +$20 lab fee 8:30 – 10:30 - Intermediate/Advanced Robotics 10:45 – 12:45 - Beginning Robotics For first time students, this class is an exciting introduction to the world of Robotics, where they will learn mechanical design, construction, programming and teamwork skills. Students will also build different robots and program them with a computer to move, react and make sounds to solve challenges. For students who have taken this class before, the class will introduce intermediate/advance level topics in building and programming robots. Students will practice mechanical design, construction, programming and teamwork skills. Arts and Crafts $210 +$20 mat’ls fee 10:45 – 12:45 Let your artistic side go wild this summer! This is a fun class where students will work with watercolor, tempera paint, oil pastel, paper mache, and other mediums. Students will be exposed to a variety of drawing techniques that can be applied to their studies at school. Intermediate Grade Classes - Grades 6, 7 & 8 AEF’s Afterschool Classes All tuition fees noted are ‘EARLY BIRD,’ please see tuition schedule on page 5 for additional tuition fees. Science Adventures $210 + $20 lab fee 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Scientific inquiry, lab-based activities and projects will be highlighted. Students will be challenged with activities and experiments focusing on meaningful questions and careful investigations. Fun science activities and hands-on experiments are planned. Incoming 7th and 8th Graders Math Review $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will focus on reviewing the concepts covered in 6th and 7th grade math, including ratios/reasoning, division of fractions, using algebraic expressions/equations, and percentages,rational numbers, linear equations and problem solving. The perfect ‘refresher’ course before moving on to 7th or 8th grade math. Incoming 6th Graders - 5th Grade Math Review $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class is for incoming 6th and 5th grade students who will review concepts covered in 4th and 5th grade math to help them build a strong foundation for 5th and 6th grade math and the new Common Core mathematics. Getting Ready for 6th Grade Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will prepare your student to be successful in 6th Grade Math in the Fall, utilizing the new Common Core State Standards. Getting Ready for 7th Grade Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will prepare your student to take 7th Grade Math in the Fall, utilizing the new Common Core State Standards. Getting Ready for 8th Grade Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will prepare your student to take 8th Grade Math in the Fall, utilizing the new Common Core State Standards. Under the Sea: Marine Biology 7th & 8th Graders $210 + $50 lab fee (includes 2 field trips) 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 - 12:45 In this exciting, hands-on science course, students will investigate the structure and function of marine plants and animals. The class will journey on two ‘virtual’ field trips, and two actual field trips to interact with marine life, learn from experts in marine biology and explore the variety of marine life in Southern California. Bus Transportation to Mark Keppel High School Bus transportation is available for all afterschool students from Ynez School to Mark Keppel High School for 6 weeks at a cost of $15.00 per student. Return transportation from Mark Keppel High School to Ynez School is not provided. An adult Summer Academy staff member will accompany students on the bus from Ynez to Mark Keppel daily. Reading Lab for 6-8 Grades $210 10:45 – 12:45 This class is designed for students who need additional support in reading, using a variety of materials to improve the students’ decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. If you are having difficulty reading, or want to improve your speed or comprehension skills, this class is for you! Beginning Band 1:30 -3:30pm $100 Learn how to play a band instrument this summer! You will learn to play everything from flute, clarinet, and saxophone in the woodwind family, to trumpet, trombone, French horn, and tuba in the brass family. You may also learn drums. When you complete this class, you can play in your school band in the fall. 6th-8th Creative Writing Workshop $210 Middle School Band READING, WRITING & LANGUAGE ARTS MATH & SCIENCE AFTERNOON CLASSES AT MARK KEPPEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR GRADES 4-8 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Students will experience an intensive, yet fun, six weeks writers’ workshop that will focus on creative writing. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of genres and writing styles, in a safe, supportive and creative atmosphere, and will have multiple opportunities to share their work with other students. Essay & Expository Writing $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class is designed for students who want to learn how to write effective, clear essays and reports for school. Students will learn the necessary tools for every great essay, and how to clearly and effectively find their voice, and communicate their thoughts on paper. Literature Through Movies $210 10:45 – 12:45 Ever read a great book and then watch the movie too? In this class, students will read great books such as “To Kill a Mockingbird,” “October Sky,” and “The Hunger Games” and then watch the films. Discussion, analysis, research, projects and presentations will follow each movie. Beginning Journalism $210 8:30 - 10:30 Do you have what it takes to be a great reporter or editor? This class will introduce students to the fundamentals of journalism with the goal of producing a school-wide newspaper. Students will learn about the different styles of newswriting: news, opinions, features, profiles, entertainment, sports, editorial cartooning and personal essays. Students may also learn basic photography composition. Intro to Speech & Debate - for 8th Graders $210 10:45 – 12:45 Find your voice and learn about the competitive world of high school Speech & Debate with this introductory course. This class will focus on the different types of speech and debate and teach students how to be successful and confident persuasive speakers. 1:30 -3:30pm $100 All musicians should have one year of playing experience on brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments. Guitarists who can read music, tabs, or chord diagrams are also welcome. Advanced String Orchestra men and women merely players,” said William Shakespeare. This class will introduce students to the world of theatre and acting, including basic theatre history, acting, stagecraft, and improvisation. If you like to perform, or are interested in participating in theatre arts or drama in high school, then this class is for you! Basketball Camp This is a complete instructional course designed to provide students with the fundamentals and strategies of basketball. Students will learn about dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and defense. The camp will also focus on building team concepts. The camp will be taught by high school coaches and other experienced coaches. A free practice t-shirt will be given to all participants. Session 1: June 8 to June 25 Session II: June 29 to July 16 Days: Monday - Thursday Time: 1:30 – 3:30 Location: Mark Keppel H.S. Gym Cost: $135 each session Culinary Arts 1:30 -3:30pm $270 Is Wolfgang Puck your child’s hero? In this beginning cooking class, students will learn the basic fundamentals of cooking, including how to follow recipes, measuring, preparing a wide range of foods, and how to use various kitchen tools and equipment. Proper nutrition, buying foods and marketing, consumer issues and career application will also be covered in this class that will help your child become the next master chef! 1:30 -3:30pm $100 The class will concentrate on more advanced string pieces. Techniques such as Spicatto, double-stops, and others will be introduced. Playing in tune as a group will be reinforced and ear-training exercises will be used to that effect. ARTS CLASSES FOR GRADE 4-5 (1:30-3:30) Beginning Strings 1:30 -3:30pm $100 Learn how to play a string instrument this summer. You will learn to play the violin, viola, cello, or string bass. If you complete this class, you can play in your school’s string group in the fall. Intermediate Strings 1:30 -3:30pm $100 Musicians in this class should have at least one year of playing experience on violin, viola, cello, or string bass. Having successfully completed this class, students will qualify to join the Advanced String Orchestra next summer. Creative Fun with Math & Art 1:30 -3:30pm $270 This class will combine the creative world of art with the linear world of mathematics in a new and exciting way! Using ratios/proportions, symmetry, measurement and other math concepts, students will use their skills to create fabulous art projects such as origami, line design creations and 3-D drawings. ARTS CLASSES FOR GRADES 6-8 (1:30-3:30) Theatre Arts/Drama 1:30 -3:30pm $270 “All the world’s a stage, and all the EXTENDED DAY CLASSES FOR GRADES 6-8 (3:30-5:30) School of Rock! 3:30-5:30pm $125 Are you ready to be a rock star? If you know how to play guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, or drums, and like to sing, this new class is for you! We’ll learn to play classic rock, jam to some new songs, and finish out the summer with a performance for our parents. Culinary Arts $270 3:30 - 5:30pm Is Wolfgang Puck your child’s hero? In this beginning cooking class, students will learn the basic fundamentals of cooking, including how to follow recipes, measuring, preparing a wide range of foods, and how to use various kitchen tools and equipment. consumer issues and career application will also be covered to make your child a master chef! Intermediate Grade Classes - Grades 6, 7 & 8 AEF’s Afterschool Classes All tuition fees noted are ‘EARLY BIRD,’ please see tuition schedule on page 5 for additional tuition fees. Science Adventures $210 + $20 lab fee 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Scientific inquiry, lab-based activities and projects will be highlighted. Students will be challenged with activities and experiments focusing on meaningful questions and careful investigations. Fun science activities and hands-on experiments are planned. Incoming 7th and 8th Graders Math Review $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will focus on reviewing the concepts covered in 6th and 7th grade math, including ratios/reasoning, division of fractions, using algebraic expressions/equations, and percentages,rational numbers, linear equations and problem solving. The perfect ‘refresher’ course before moving on to 7th or 8th grade math. Incoming 6th Graders - 5th Grade Math Review $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class is for incoming 6th and 5th grade students who will review concepts covered in 4th and 5th grade math to help them build a strong foundation for 5th and 6th grade math and the new Common Core mathematics. Getting Ready for 6th Grade Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will prepare your student to be successful in 6th Grade Math in the Fall, utilizing the new Common Core State Standards. Getting Ready for 7th Grade Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will prepare your student to take 7th Grade Math in the Fall, utilizing the new Common Core State Standards. Getting Ready for 8th Grade Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will prepare your student to take 8th Grade Math in the Fall, utilizing the new Common Core State Standards. Under the Sea: Marine Biology 7th & 8th Graders $210 + $50 lab fee (includes 2 field trips) 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 - 12:45 In this exciting, hands-on science course, students will investigate the structure and function of marine plants and animals. The class will journey on two ‘virtual’ field trips, and two actual field trips to interact with marine life, learn from experts in marine biology and explore the variety of marine life in Southern California. Bus Transportation to Mark Keppel High School Bus transportation is available for all afterschool students from Ynez School to Mark Keppel High School for 6 weeks at a cost of $15.00 per student. Return transportation from Mark Keppel High School to Ynez School is not provided. An adult Summer Academy staff member will accompany students on the bus from Ynez to Mark Keppel daily. Reading Lab for 6-8 Grades $210 10:45 – 12:45 This class is designed for students who need additional support in reading, using a variety of materials to improve the students’ decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. If you are having difficulty reading, or want to improve your speed or comprehension skills, this class is for you! Beginning Band 1:30 -3:30pm $100 Learn how to play a band instrument this summer! You will learn to play everything from flute, clarinet, and saxophone in the woodwind family, to trumpet, trombone, French horn, and tuba in the brass family. You may also learn drums. When you complete this class, you can play in your school band in the fall. 6th-8th Creative Writing Workshop $210 Middle School Band READING, WRITING & LANGUAGE ARTS MATH & SCIENCE AFTERNOON CLASSES AT MARK KEPPEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR GRADES 4-8 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Students will experience an intensive, yet fun, six weeks writers’ workshop that will focus on creative writing. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of genres and writing styles, in a safe, supportive and creative atmosphere, and will have multiple opportunities to share their work with other students. Essay & Expository Writing $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class is designed for students who want to learn how to write effective, clear essays and reports for school. Students will learn the necessary tools for every great essay, and how to clearly and effectively find their voice, and communicate their thoughts on paper. Literature Through Movies $210 10:45 – 12:45 Ever read a great book and then watch the movie too? In this class, students will read great books such as “To Kill a Mockingbird,” “October Sky,” and “The Hunger Games” and then watch the films. Discussion, analysis, research, projects and presentations will follow each movie. Beginning Journalism $210 8:30 - 10:30 Do you have what it takes to be a great reporter or editor? This class will introduce students to the fundamentals of journalism with the goal of producing a school-wide newspaper. Students will learn about the different styles of newswriting: news, opinions, features, profiles, entertainment, sports, editorial cartooning and personal essays. Students may also learn basic photography composition. Intro to Speech & Debate - for 8th Graders $210 10:45 – 12:45 Find your voice and learn about the competitive world of high school Speech & Debate with this introductory course. This class will focus on the different types of speech and debate and teach students how to be successful and confident persuasive speakers. 1:30 -3:30pm $100 All musicians should have one year of playing experience on brass, woodwind, or percussion instruments. Guitarists who can read music, tabs, or chord diagrams are also welcome. Advanced String Orchestra men and women merely players,” said William Shakespeare. This class will introduce students to the world of theatre and acting, including basic theatre history, acting, stagecraft, and improvisation. If you like to perform, or are interested in participating in theatre arts or drama in high school, then this class is for you! Basketball Camp This is a complete instructional course designed to provide students with the fundamentals and strategies of basketball. Students will learn about dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and defense. The camp will also focus on building team concepts. The camp will be taught by high school coaches and other experienced coaches. A free practice t-shirt will be given to all participants. Session 1: June 8 to June 25 Session II: June 29 to July 16 Days: Monday - Thursday Time: 1:30 – 3:30 Location: Mark Keppel H.S. Gym Cost: $135 each session Culinary Arts 1:30 -3:30pm $270 Is Wolfgang Puck your child’s hero? In this beginning cooking class, students will learn the basic fundamentals of cooking, including how to follow recipes, measuring, preparing a wide range of foods, and how to use various kitchen tools and equipment. Proper nutrition, buying foods and marketing, consumer issues and career application will also be covered in this class that will help your child become the next master chef! 1:30 -3:30pm $100 The class will concentrate on more advanced string pieces. Techniques such as Spicatto, double-stops, and others will be introduced. Playing in tune as a group will be reinforced and ear-training exercises will be used to that effect. ARTS CLASSES FOR GRADE 4-5 (1:30-3:30) Beginning Strings 1:30 -3:30pm $100 Learn how to play a string instrument this summer. You will learn to play the violin, viola, cello, or string bass. If you complete this class, you can play in your school’s string group in the fall. Intermediate Strings 1:30 -3:30pm $100 Musicians in this class should have at least one year of playing experience on violin, viola, cello, or string bass. Having successfully completed this class, students will qualify to join the Advanced String Orchestra next summer. Creative Fun with Math & Art 1:30 -3:30pm $270 This class will combine the creative world of art with the linear world of mathematics in a new and exciting way! Using ratios/proportions, symmetry, measurement and other math concepts, students will use their skills to create fabulous art projects such as origami, line design creations and 3-D drawings. ARTS CLASSES FOR GRADES 6-8 (1:30-3:30) Theatre Arts/Drama 1:30 -3:30pm $270 “All the world’s a stage, and all the EXTENDED DAY CLASSES FOR GRADES 6-8 (3:30-5:30) School of Rock! 3:30-5:30pm $125 Are you ready to be a rock star? If you know how to play guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, or drums, and like to sing, this new class is for you! We’ll learn to play classic rock, jam to some new songs, and finish out the summer with a performance for our parents. Culinary Arts $270 3:30 - 5:30pm Is Wolfgang Puck your child’s hero? In this beginning cooking class, students will learn the basic fundamentals of cooking, including how to follow recipes, measuring, preparing a wide range of foods, and how to use various kitchen tools and equipment. consumer issues and career application will also be covered to make your child a master chef! REGISTRATION INFORMATION Students must register based on the grade they will be entering in Fall, 2015 Students from other districts are invited to apply. Students not already enrolled in a California public, private or parochial school must provide their immunization record at the time of enrollment. DatesTimeLocationTuition (K-3) Tuition (4-8) Early-Bird Registration*April 118:30am -2pm Alhambra H.S.$420$210/course On-going Registration** April 22 - May 14 9:00-3:30 AEF Office $450 $225/course Late Registration** May 18 -May 28 9:00-3:30 AEF Office $490 $245/course All Afternoon Class tuition fees will increase on May 18 to: 1:30-3:30 Music Classes: $125 1:30-3:30 Arts Classes:$300 3:30-5:30 Basketball Camp: $150 3:30-5:30 Culinary Arts $300 3:30-5:30 Music Class$150 NO REGISTRATION April 13-21 and JUNE 1-4 Last Chance Registration June 8 - 11 9:00-1:00 Ynez School $520 $260/course Middle Grade Classes - Grades 4 & 5 All tuition fees noted are ‘EARLY BIRD,’ please see tuition schedule on page 5 for additional tuition fees. Creative Writing Workshop $210 Literature Through Movies $210 Reading Lab $210 4th & 5th Grade Math Review $210 (For incoming 5th & 6th Grade Students) 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Students will experience an intensive, yet fun, writers’ workshop that will focus on creative writing. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of genres and writing styles in a safe, supportive and creative atmosphere, and will share their work with other students. Open to 3rd grade students. 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class is designed for students who need additional support in reading, using a variety of materials to improve the students’ decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. If you are having difficulty reading, or want to improve your speed or comprehension skills, then this class is for you! Open to 3rd grade students. 8:30 - 10:30 Ever read a great book and then watch the movie too? In this class, students will read great books such as “Charlotte’s Web,” “Whale Rider,” and “Bridge to Terabithia” and then watch the films. Discussion, analysis, research, projects and presentations will follow each movie. 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class for incoming 5th and 6th grade students will review concepts covered in 4th and 5th grade math, to help them build a strong foundation for 5th and 6th grade math and the new Common Core mathematics curriculum. Mad Scientist! $210 +$20 lab fee 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 Have fun with Science! This class will feature creative, imaginative, hands-on activities that will strengthen students’ reasoning and logic processes. Students will explore a number of topics using scientific reasoning and will also make connections with other content areas such as reading, writing, and mathematics. This is a hands-on course full of fun interactive activities and experiments. Open to 3rd grade students. *Alhambra High School **Alhambra Educational Foundation Office Cafeteria1515 West Mission Rd., Alhambra 101 S. 2nd Street, Alhambra summerschool@aef4kids.com AEF office closed on Fridays Registration Hours: 9:00 - 3:30pm Getting Ready for 4th & 5th Math $210 8:30 – 10:30 or 10:45 – 12:45 This class will focus on preparing incoming 4th and 5th grade students for the new Common Core math curriculum. Concepts will include algebraic thinking, geometry and measurement, proportional reasoning, probability, data and statistics through hands-on activities to prepare students for common core mathematics. Middle & Intermediate Technology & Visual Arts - Grades 4-8 Beginning - Intermediate Computers $210 The Alhambra Educational Foundation (AEF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was founded in 1993 for the purpose of raising funds to support the educational programs for students in the Alhambra Unified School District. The District and the Foundation have coordinated their efforts for summer school programs. The Foundation sponsors the tuition-based summer schools for elementary and high school students. The Foundation works closely with school district staff to create a program appropriate for meeting the needs of our students. Please remember that the AEF also sponsors high school summer “get ahead” classes for students entering 9th grade through 12th grade. High school student registration forms and catalogs are available at all AUSD elementary school offices, high school guidance offices, the AEF office, and catalogs are available on the AEF website, www.aef4kids.com. AEF does not provide summer educational programs for students who receive special education support and have an active Individual Educational Program (IEP). The AEF is a non-profit organization that offers educational opportunities to students and does not fall under the federal guidelines governing childcare facilities. Although the AEF is a charitable organization, tuition for the AEF K-8 Summer Academy classes is not considered a tax-deductible expense under current IRS guidelines. AEF will not provide tax ID# or receipts for income tax purposes. 8:30 – 10:30 Students will learn keyboarding skills (typing). The class will cover basic word processing, desktop publishing and Internet research skills. Students will learn how to navigate the Internet, complete searches for information, find what they need, and learn to tell the difference between truth and lies on the Internet. They will be introduced to project-based learning, become familiar with web-based tools for organizing information and creating simple multi-media projects. Intermediate - Advanced Computers $210 10:45 – 12:45 Students will learn how to give digital presentations using PowerPoint, iMovie and web-based tools for organizing information and creating multi-media projects. Students will learn web-site design and how to keep pages up-to-date and exciting, as well as how to tell the difference between truth and lies on the Internet and how to complete web searching to get the information they want. Digital photography and video editing may also be part of this class. Robotics – (Grades 5 – 8) $210 +$20 lab fee 8:30 – 10:30 - Intermediate/Advanced Robotics 10:45 – 12:45 - Beginning Robotics For first time students, this class is an exciting introduction to the world of Robotics, where they will learn mechanical design, construction, programming and teamwork skills. Students will also build different robots and program them with a computer to move, react and make sounds to solve challenges. For students who have taken this class before, the class will introduce intermediate/advance level topics in building and programming robots. Students will practice mechanical design, construction, programming and teamwork skills. Arts and Crafts $210 +$20 mat’ls fee 10:45 – 12:45 Let your artistic side go wild this summer! This is a fun class where students will work with watercolor, tempera paint, oil pastel, paper mache, and other mediums. Students will be exposed to a variety of drawing techniques that can be applied to their studies at school. General Information Course Offerings Please select courses for your child based on the grade he or she will enter in the Fall, 2015. All tuition fees noted are ‘EARLY BIRD,’ please see tuition schedule on page 5 for additional tuition fees. AFTERNOON CLASSES AT YNEZ SCHOOL for Grades 1, 2 & 3 Cooking & Culture Around the World Primary Classes (Grades K, 1, 2, 3) Self-Contained Classes Getting Ready for Kindergarten 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 Make sure your child is ready to start Kindergarten successfully! This class is designed to provide Kindergarten academic readiness skills in language and math, while having fun with art, music, science and social situations. Bridge to First Grade 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 This class will provide incoming first graders with the tools they’ll need to be successful in the Fall. The class will provide a strong phonics program, word building, reading, writing and mathematical skills around a theme. The class will encourage your child’s independence, foster initiative and cooperative play, all in a nurturing, interactive atmosphere! Jumpstart to Second Grade 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 This class will provide second graders with a jumpstart to learning! Students will continue to build their reading skills, as they pay attention to the key ideas and details in a story. In addition, students will learn fun, new mathematical concepts and skills, strengthening their number sense, place value, time and money skills. Students will also explore fascinating facts about plants and insects as they create hands-on science projects and have fun while learning! Third Grade - Here I Come! 8:30am to 12:45pm $420 This class will provide your child with an exciting exploration of the third grade curriculum! The class will provide instruction in reading comprehension, vocabulary building, writing and mathematic skills, including multiplication and long division. Students will have fun learning with creative thinking and problem solving as they reinforce their skills and get ready for third grade! 1:30 - 3:30 $270 Students will ‘fill their passports’ as they journey around the world, exploring cooking and cultures along the way! This exciting class will teach students in a fun and creative way about the traditions, cultures, arts and special foods associated with each of the seven continents. (2nd & 3rd grade only) Exploring Art, Music and Technology 1:30 - 3:30 $270 Explore the worlds of art, music and technology with this exciting class geared especially for curious 2nd and 3rd grade students! Your child will experiment with beginning musical instruments, create art using a variety of mediums, and learn basic computer skills, keyboarding, and age-appropriate games and software programs. NO MAIL-IN REGISTRATION FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME • • • • • • Enrollment is first come, first served. Use the registration form provided. Classes may be added if enrollment indicates a need; classes may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met. Avoid registration delays by providing alternate course selections. A parent and/or guardian must sign the registration form. Students will not be registered until the full tuition payment has been processed by the AEF office. The parent and/or guardian’s signature on the registration form indicates understanding and agreement to abide by all registration and refund policies. Please note that the AEF office is closed Friday Sunday and no refunds will be processed on those days. STUDENT BEHAVIOR A Behavior Agreement will be sent home with all students the first day of class. Students and their parents and/or guardians must read, sign, and return their Behavior Agreement the first week of class. All rules in effect during the regular school year will be in effect during Summer Academy. If a student is dismissed for disciplinary reasons, there will be no refund for unused days. Students may not remain on campus when they are not enrolled in a class. CONFIRMATION OF REGISTRATION LUNCH ALTERNATE CLASS SELECTIONS PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS All student classroom assignments will be posted at Ynez School on the first day of school, June 8 at 8am. Choosing alternate course selections can avoid delays in scheduling. Students will automatically be scheduled in their alternate choice should their 1st choice be full or canceled. If an alternate choice is not provided, a delay in scheduling will occur until a parent and/or guardian can be contacted. CANCELLED CLASSES Classes must meet minimum enrollment. Parents and/or guardians will be notified if a scheduled class is cancelled and will have the option to select another available class, or request a refund for tuition of the cancelled class. TUITION PAYMENTS All fees are due at time of registration. Check/Money Orders should be made payable to Alhambra Educational Foundation or AEF. Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover are the only credit cards accepted. A $25 service fee will be charged for all returned checks. SIBLING DISCOUNT Parents/Guardians enrolling more than one child from the same family may receive a $20 discount off the total registration fee for each additional sibling registered. REFUNDS AEF offers “fee for service” programs based on confirmed registration. Our refund policy is applied uniformly. • • • • Only a parent or guardian can request a refund. All refund requests must be made in writing to the AEF office located at 1515 West Mission Road in Alhambra. See dates listed below for refund charges. Late fees, processing fees and service charge fees are not refundable. K-8 SUMMER ACADEMY REFUND SCHEDULE On or before April 30, 2015 90% refund & $25 Cancellation Fee May 4 – May 21 75% refund & $25 Cancellation Fee May 26 – May 28 50% Refund (of total tuition) After May 28, 2015 No Refunds; requests will be reviewed for verifiable emergencies or health reasons only. A free lunch will be provided to all students participating in the Summer Academy program from 12:45 - 1:15pm daily. A limited number of need-based partial scholarships to AEF’s K-8 Summer Academy will be available on a first-come, first-served basis to students who qualify for the National Free/Reduced School Lunch Program. Scholarship applications are available in each school site office. Applications will be reviewed and eligibility confirmed by AUSD and AEF personnel. Deadline to apply is April 11, 2015. TRANSPORTATION AM & PM PICK-UP & DROP-OFF AEF does not offer morning or afternoon bus pick up for students enrolled in the Summer Academy. AFTERSCHOOL TRANSPORTATION TO MARK KEPPEL HIGH SCHOOL Afternoon bus transportation from Ynez School to Mark Keppel High School is available to grade 4-8 students who have enrolled in afternoon classes at Keppel (music, basketball & arts classes). Bus transportation fee is $15 per student for the 6 week program. ATTENDANCE POLICY Absences should be reported to Ynez School before 9am. There are no minimum attendance requirements for AEF’s K-8 Summer Academy classes. LOCATION The K-8 Summer Academy will be held at the following locations: (*Subject to Change) Ynez School 120 S. Ynez Ave., Monterey Park Mark Keppel High School 501 E. Hellman Ave., Alhambra TAX ID# DISCLAIMER The Alhambra Educational Foundation (AEF) is a non-profit organization primarily providing educational opportunities and does not fall under the federal guidelines governing childcare facilities. Although the AEF is a non-profit organization, the AEF K-8 Summer Academy is a service provided to students and tuition for the AEF Summer Academy classes is not considered a tax-deductible expense under current IRS guidelines. AEF will not provide tax ID# or receipts for income tax purposes. Supporting Our Students, Building Our Community. What is AEF? We are parents, neighbors, teachers, community members — just like you — who are dedicated to enhancing our students’ educational opportunities in all of Alhambra USD’s public schools. The Alhambra Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that raises funds to provide and enhance educational programs and curriculum at all schools, K-12. Our all-volunteer Board of Directors works tirelessly to ensure that our mission of “assisting in the achievement of a superior public education system” is a reality for all our students. Academic & Enrichment Classes • Sports • Music • Arts Afterschool Classes 2015 Class Catalog Founded in 1993 by parents, community leaders and teachers who were concerned about continual and drastic state budget cuts, AEF’s raises funds that benefit all AUSD schools and students, and is the official fundraising partner of the District. Over the past 20 years, the Foundation has donated more than $1.8 million to the District to support a variety of programs and services for our students at all school sites. Last year, AEF launched an exciting new community fundraising campaign, “Music & More.” The goal was to raise $300,000 to bring in-class music instruction to all Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade students in the 13 elementary schools of Alhambra Unified School District (AUSD). What’s more, AEF’s Music & More campaign has this year provided funding support for our 4-8th grade band and orchestra programs to help pay for instruments, music, and supplies. At AUSD’s high schools (Alhambra, Mark Keppel, San Gabriel, Century/Independence), AEF funded a new college and career counselor (part-time) to help all students in grades 9-12 with their college research, college application process, and career counseling opportunities. In addition, “Music & More” funded the new College Adventures field trip program that will give juniors and seniors the opportunity to visit and explore our local colleges and universities. June 8 through July 16 (6 weeks) Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 12:45pm 1:30 - 5:30pm Location: Ynez School 120 S. Ynez Ave., Monterey Park “Music & More” met its goal for 2014-15 of raising $300,00 and because of generous contributions by parents like you, these programs have been implemented this year in our schools. In order to continue these programs in the future, we need to again raise $300,000 this year and again ask for your help. Please help us continue these needed programs in our schools by making a generous tax-deductible donation to AEF. Your donations are gratefully appreciated! From Kindergarten to twelfth grade, new music programs to high school college counseling, AEF has become a welcome partner in ensuring excellence for our students — now and in the future. Early Bird Registration Saturday, April 11, 2015, 8:30am-2pm Alhambra High School Cafeteria 101 S. 2nd St. Alhambra Please join us on Saturday, April 18 for our 11th Annual “Service to Education” Awards Dinner & Gala, where we will celebrate 22 years of funding excellence in education. The gala dinner, held at the Los Angeles/San Gabriel Hilton, will feature fine dining, cocktails, and silent & live auctions, as we honor those who give back to the community. Please mark your calendar and buy your tickets now for this important community party and celebration of Alhambra’s wonderful public schools. Visit our website at www.aef4kids.com for more information. 2014-15 Alhambra Educational Foundation Board of Directors Stephen Perry, President Carolyn Ortiz, 1st Vice President Sharon Woo, 2nd Vice President Maria T. Chow-Kakazu, Secretary Cliff Bender, Treasurer Edward O. Aguirre, Past President Helen Chan Oriana Chan Julian Chung Cristen Ferro Julio martinez John Nuñez Terri Luong Emily Chan Lorraine Tom Sophia Tsoi Martin Ulloa Dawn Rock Sean Talbot Board Member Emeritus Dr. LaVonne B. Wood Ex-Officio/Liaisons Bob Gin, AUSD School Board • Pat Macintosh, AUSD School Board Janet Lees, AUSD • Laura Tellez-Gagliano, AUSD Executive Assistant Michelle Alcala Rafael Salazar Steven Klein Marcia Wilson www.aef4kids.com • info@aef4kids.com • (626) 943-3080 Alhambra Educational Foundation’s summer program for incoming Kindergarten through 8th grade students.
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