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CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 COMPUTER CLASSES From the Superintendent Research and good old new and exciting classes this year. And regardless of what human wisdom show repeatcourse you take, you can be edly that learning something new keeps us young, healthy assured that your course will and happy. One of the things I be taught by well a trained believe that makes Comal staff member. Community Education ISD such a great district is brochures are mailed out at our Community Education program, which gives the beginning of each community members the semester and they are also Andrew Kim posted to the Community opportunity for continual Education website, which can be found learning. As we welcome the promise of 2016, I invite you to sign up for at least under the “Community” tab on the one of the abundant offerings from our district’s website, www.comalisd.org. Be sure to visit the website for the most Community Education spring catalog. up-to-date information. Brimming with opportunities for adults and children, the Community If you have never taken a Community Education Spring 2016 Course Catalog Education course, let me be among the lists a variety of course offerings, times first to welcome you to this valuable program. If you are one of our regulars, and locations can help you learn new we are so glad to have you back. skills, improve your quality of life, enhance your parenting skills or adopt a Here’s to a productive spring, full of learning and enrichment! new hobby. We are also offering many Learning made easy in the comfort of your home. Hundreds of titles online: www.ed2go.com/comalisd. All classes are Six Weeks long and most are $89. Pick your date, register, and you’re ready to go. Here are just a few of the classes offered online: SAT/ACT Preparation Part 1 This course will prepare you to take the verbal type of questions on both the ACT and the SAT. SAT/ACT Preparation Part I is designed to prepare you for the Reading, English, and Science sections of the ACT and the critical reading and writing sections of the SAT. SAT/ACT Preparation Part 2 You’ll refresh your knowledge of Math subjects and learn techniques to help you move through the tests more quickly. We’ll review Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and Statistics as well as the Student Produced Response questions on the SAT. We’ll practice techniques and approaches using similar exam questions and fully explain and interpret the correct and incorrect answers. Taking both courses in this two-part series will prepare you for question types on each test using test-taking techniques pioneered by Scott Hatch in 1980 and taught to thousands of college-bound students around the world. Resume Writing Workshop Transform your resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews. This workshop will lead you through a self-assessment series so you will have extensive knowledge about the product you are marketing—YOU! Learn different resume formats, how to write an employment objective, and tricks to writing persuasive cover letters. This course also covers the use of on-line resumes and Internet Resume Secrets. Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2013 Become proficient in using Microsoft Excel 2013 and discover countless shortcuts, tricks, and features for creating and formatting worksheets quickly and efficiently. CISD Mission Statement The mission of Comal Independent School District is to provide extensive learning opportunities for all students to ensure they become contributing members of our society. Andrew Kim - Superintendent Terry Morawski - Deputy Superintendent Kerry Gain - Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Academic Services Comal ISD Board Members Stephen Smith - President Cody Mueller - Vice President Amy Freund - Secretary David Drastata - Treasurer Marty Bartlett - Trustee Denise Kern - Trustee Laurie Schley- Trustee The Board of Trustees holds monthly meetings which are open to the public. During the audience participation portion of each meeting, the public may address the board on any subject, provided they have followed the proper protocol. Meetings begin at 6 pm. AC-MECHS Alamo Colleges -Memorial Early College High School 1419 N. Business IH 35, New Braunfels, TX Introduction to QuickBooks 2013 Learn how to quickly and efficiently gain control of the financial aspects of your business with this powerful accounting software program. Keys to Effective Communication Lost for words? Don’t be! Learn to build rapport, trust, warmth, and respect through conversation. Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 Learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 to create animated presentations formatted with color, text, pictures shapes, charts, and text and object hyperlinks. Intermediate Photoshop CS If you’re already using the basic tools in Adobe Photoshop CS5, take your photo-editing skills to a new level! In this course you’ll become an expert at using layers, layer masks, and other advanced features that let you change images easily long after you create them (and long after the Photoshop “undo” command expires). Note: All computer classes are handson classes, thus the class size is limited to 20 students. Register Early. BASICS & MICROSOFT WORD 16SP-102 You will learn to operate a computer, navigate through your computer, create folders and shortcuts on your desktop, manage files and documents, as well as how to install printers, scanners and other devices. We will also cover the basics of Microsoft Word. • Feb. 3-17 | Wednesdays | 3 wks Time: 6:00 - 8:30 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Michelle Grell Cost: $75 ORGANIZE YOUR PHOTOS & CREATE A PRESENTATION 16SP-103 This class is designed to help you create folders to organize pictures and documents. You will learn how to download your pictures, place them in a folder and save them to a flash drive and Google Drive. We will create a presentation in PowerPoint and upload the presentation to Google Drive for sharing. • Feb. 24-March 9 | Wednesdays | 3 wks Time: 6:00-8:30 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Michelle Grell Cost: $75 MAC MY WORLD 16SP-104 Learn the basics in Pages, Keynote, Garage Band, iPhoto, and iMovie. • March 30-April13 | Wednesdays | 3 wks Time: 6:00-8:30 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Michelle Grell Cost: $75 CHS Canyon High School 1510 IH 35 N, New Braunfels, TX CLHS Canyon Lake High School 8555 FM 32, Fischer, TX SVHS Smithson Valley High School 14001 Hwy 46 W., Spring Branch, TX BBES Bill Brown Elementary 20410 Hwy 46 W., Spring Branch, TX A schedule is available at Support Services or on the website: www.comalisd.org 2 - Community Education Spring 2016 SCAN ME! Use your smart phone to scan the following QR code to view Comal ISD Community Education Classes online. In Case of Bad Weather Community Ed Classes will be cancelled when CISD is closed for inclement weather. www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education Community Education Spring 2016 - 3 CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 CREATIVE ARTS HANDMADE CARDS 16SP-107 Learn how to create beautiful cards, gifts and scrapbook pages your family will love. This class will teach you the ins and outs of paper crafting. It’s so nice to be able to give your friends and family a handmade gift from the heart. And I can show you how to do that with my help. • Jan. 21 | Thursday | 1 class • Feb. 11 | Thursday | 1 class Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Jackie Meier Cost: $30 Supply Fee: $5 (paid to instructor at class) LEADED GLASS DOOR REPAIR 16SP-108 You see all those beautiful leaded glass doors everywhere, especially the ones with a broken piece of glass covered with cardboard. It seems overwhelming and expensive. Take the “pain“ out and learn to repair glass broken in doors, windows, panels and more. Each student will be provided a small glass panel for the purpose of breaking out a piece and learning how to replace it. Enjoy restoring a beautiful piece of work and having a good sense of accomplishment after. You can save money, earn money and who knows, maybe you’ll get all crazy and want to learn how to make your own panel creations. You will be opening a door of knowledge to unlimited creativity. • Feb. 23 | Tuesday | 1 class Time: 6:00-8:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Catherine Touch Cost: $25 Supply fee: $45 (paid to instructor 1st class) FUSED GLASS STONES 16SP-109 Make a stunning stone by cutting, grinding and melting two pieces of glass together. Learn about compatibility of glass and inclusions, then move on to large pieces, such as platters and window pieces. • Feb. 25 | Thursday | 1 class Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Catherine Touch Cost: $25 Supply fee: $25 (paid to instructor 1st class) 4 - Community Education Spring 2016 GLASS ENAMELING (Painting) 16SP-110 Bring a picture of yourself, preferably 4x6, and learn how to paint yourself on glass with fusible paints which will then be fired in a kiln until paint and glass become one. • April 5 &7 Tuesday & Thursday | 2 classes Time: 6:00-7:30PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Catherine Touch Cost: $25 Supply fee: $25 (paid to instructor 1st class) STAINED GLASS, COPPER FOILED 16SP-111 You can create a small picture made of colored glass wrapped in copper and soldered together. Learn to cut, grind, wrap, and solder. We will practice with large and small pieces and gain an understanding of why it works with small pieces that are a lot more expensive. The color of the solder can be changed to black or copper, as desired, using a patina. • April 19 & 21 Tuesday & Thursday | 2 classes Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Catherine Touch Cost: $39 Supply fee: $25 (paid to instructor 1st class) STAINED GLASS 16SP-112 This is an illuminating art appreciated through the ages. You will start with a beginner class designed to teach the use of tools, cuts, various ways of “breaking” difficult cuts, and how to build and finish a stained glass panel. Each student will complete one panel in three sessions. • May 3, 5, & 10 Tuesdays & Thursday | 3 classes Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Catherine Touch Cost: $40 Supply Fee: $50 (paid to instructor 1st class) MOSAIC-GLASS ON GLASS 16SP-113 You will learn how to glass with tiny pieces of colored glass glued and grouted to a clear glass. You can add dimension to your piece by using shading techniques as you would in a drawing. • March 29 & 31 Tuesday & Thursday | 2 classes Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Catherine Touch Cost: $30 Supply Fee: $15 (paid to instructor 1st class) www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 HEALTH DANCE EAST COAST SWING/JITTERBUG BEGINNERS 16SP-128 From the Big Band sound of the 40s through the heyday of the 50s and 60s rock and roll, the rock-a-billy sound of country music to today’s Top 40, swing dancing is here to stay! Learn the basic steps: lead and follow responsibilities, turn technique, and the showy moves that make swing dancing so much fun; • Feb. 4-25 | Thursdays | 4 wks Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Valerie Ryan Cost: Couple-$75 Single-$40 WEST COAST SWING 16SP-129 Beginning West Coast Swing: Back by popular demand, this class will give you the foundation for the most exciting and rewarding dance. No other dance offers such opportunity for variety and personal styling; but first we have to learn the basic 6-beat and 8-beat rhythm patterns and the principles that govern this creative and expressive dance. • Mar. 3-31 | Thursdays | 4 wks (no class March 17) Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Valerie Ryan Cost: Couple-$75 Single-$40 COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE BEGINNERS 16SP-130 Includes: Two Step, Polka, and Western Waltz. Our focus will be on the most important of these - Two Step - but we will touch on the other dances so that when you are out dancing at a club, you won’t have to sit out any of the songs unless you want to. Basic footwork, timing, rhythm, and patterns will be covered. Session A • Feb. 2-March 8| Tuesdays | 6 wks Cost: Couple-$100 Single-$60 Session B • April 7-28 | Thursdays | 4 wks Cost: Couple-$75 Single-$40 Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Valerie Ryan Classes offered through CISD & NBISD are open to everyone. You do not have to be in that district to take a class. REGISTER TODAY! COUNTRY WESTERN BEGINNERS 16SP-131 This Country Western course is designed especially for beginners. You will learn to transfer steps and rhythms from one dance to another, making learning easier and faster than ever before. Then the steps will be connected to music and rhythm through routines, to make remembering simple and fun. The course includes: Two-Step, Waltz, Polka (Western and Mexican Salsa), Swing; Cotton-Eyed Joe, and Schottische. • Feb. 4-March 10 | Thursdays | 6 wks Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Maxine Scott Cost: $95 per couple, Couples Only SALSA DANCING Beginners 16SP-132 Imagine dancing to have fun and get fit while becoming healthy. You’ll reduce your stress, increase your energy level and without realizing it, burn 300 to 500 calories each session. • Feb. 4-March 3 | Thursdays | 5 wks Time: 7:00-8:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: E.C. Shingles Cost: Couple-$50, Single-$25 SALSA DANCING Intermediate 16SP-133 Next level of Salsa. Imagine dancing to have fun and get fit while becoming healthy. You’ll reduce your stress, increase your energy level and without realizing it, burn 300 to 500 calories each session. • March 24-April 21 | Thursdays | 5 wks Time: 7:00-8:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: E.C. Shingles Cost: Couple-$50, Single-$25 COUNTRY WESTERN TWO STEP BEGINNERS: Part 1 16SP-134 “If you’re gonna dance in Texas, you gotta have 2-step in your plans!” Learn one of the most popular Country Western dances. We will start with the basics, then introduce patterns with turns and spins that will quickly have you out on the dance floor dancing to your favorite Country Western tunes! • Jan. 19-Feb. 9 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Hixson Cost: Couple-$80, Single-$45 COUNTRY WESTERN TWO STEP-BEGINNERS: Part 2 16SP-135 This class continues building on steps and patterns learned in part 1. Come enhance your dancing experience by learning more exciting steps. Instructors prefer that you’ve taken their part 1 class. • Feb. 16-March 8 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Hixson Cost: Couple-$80, Single-$45 COUNTRY WESTERN WALTZ BEGINNER 16SP-136 The smooth waltz is a favored dance at country western venues. When the waltz music plays you’ll want to join the couples on the floor dancing the steps you will learn in this class. • April 12-May 3 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Hixson Cost: Couple-$80, Single-$45 DRAMA FOR ADULTS SENIOR THEATRE 16SP-120 Whether you’re a veteran of the stage or a newcomer to this exciting world, you’ll love Senior Theatre. Tap into your creativity, make new friends, and discover the joy of artistic expression in our class. You’ll work with original and scripted works to create scenes and monologues, culminating in a final performance on stage at Brauntex Theatre! This class is intended for students ages 50+. • Jan. 19-March 29 | Tuesdays | 10 wks (no class March 15) Time: 6:00-8:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Bill Gundry Cost: $15 FIRST AID-AMERICAN HEART ASSOC. CERTIFICATION 16SP-139 This course is an American Heart Assoc. First Aid class. You will receive a two year certification card at the conclusion of the class. This course is fun and low stress. • Jan. 28 | Thursday | 1 Class • Feb. 25 | Thursday | 1 Class • March 24 | Thursday | 1 Class • April 14 | Thursday | 1 Class Time: 6:30-9:30 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Pennie Gopinath Cost: $35 Supply Fee: $25 (paid to instructor at class) CPR & AED-AMERICAN HEART ASSOC. CERTIFICATION 16SP-140 This course is an American Heart Association CPR (Adult, Child, and Infant) and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) class. You will receive a two year certification card at the conclusion of the class. This course is fun and low stress. You’ll gain hands-on experience training on adult, child, and infant mannequins. You’ll learn how to confidently use an AED device and you’ll also learn about CPR mouthpieces. • Jan. 26 | Tuesday | 1 class • Feb. 23 | Tuesday | 1 class • March 22 | Tuesday | 1 class • April 12 | Tuesday | 1 class Time: 6:30-9:30 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Pennie Gopinath Cost: $35 Supply Fee: $25 (paid to instructor at class) FIRST AID AND/OR CPR for adults, children and infants 16SP-141 Basic Plus First Aid & CPR training for adults, children and infants. My classes are not only informative and interesting, but you will also receive a two year certification card. I will alternate between First Aid & CPR classes so you will have plenty of opportunities to take both if you want to. The classes involve video training, hands on practice skills and general discussion. Come join me and walk away knowing you could save someone’s life. • Feb. 2 CPR/AED | Tuesday | 1 class • Feb. 9 First Aid | Tuesday | 1 class • March 1 CPR/AED | Tuesday | 1 class • March 8 First Aid | Tuesday | 1 class • April 12 CPR/AED | Tuesday | 1 class • April 19 First Aid | Tuesday | 1 class Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Robin Justis Cost: $35 Supply fee: $10 (paid to instructor at class, includes book w/certification card & snacks) TO YOUR HEALTH 16SP-142 Learn the science behind how people prevent and cure themselves naturally of cancer, diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, multiple sclerosis and other diseases. Everyone in attendance will get a personal health consultation. This life changing class has an excellent rating by students that have attended. Don’t allow yourself or a loved one to suffer from a curable disease. Session A • Feb. 23 | Tuesday | 1 class Session B • April 26 | Tuesday | 1 class Time: 7:00-8:30 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: David Will Cost: $150 HOME MAINTENANCE AEROBIC SEPTIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 16SP-145 If you currently have or may have an areobic septic system in the future, you will need to attend this class. It will show you how and why it works. Most importantly, you will learn if yours is working properly. Not understanding your system could lead to expensive repairs that could have been prevented. • Jan. 25 | Monday | 1 class • Feb. 29 | Monday | 1 class • April 25 | Monday | 1 class Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM Place: CLHS • Jan. 26 | Tuesday | 1 class • March 3 | Thursday | 1 class • April 28 | Thursday | 1 class Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Tom Moos Cost: $100 T HTheEclassCsounded L AsoSexciting S TandHEVERYONE AT Dwanted IDN ’T MAKE... to take it. But sadly, EVERYONE waited until the day before the class was supposed to start to register and it was already cancelled due to lack of participation. www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education DON’T BE DISAPPOINTED - R E G I S T E R E A R LY ! Community Education Spring 2016 - 5 CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 EXERCISE & SPORTS ZUMBA with EL CONDE 16SP-151 Zumba is an invigorating dance fitness class. It’s an exhilarating, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party that moves millions of people toward joy and health. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. • Jan. 14-May 26 | Thursdays (no class March 17) Time: 6:30-7:30 PM Place: Freiheit Instructor: El Conde Cost: $5 pay at class, please bring exact change GOLF ADULT BEGINNER 16SP-152 Learn from PGA professionals the proper grip, stance, swing and approach. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and improve their putting, chipping and trouble shots. Game management, rules, etiquette, proper use of woods and irons will also be covered. • March 23, 24, & 25 | Wednesday-Friday Time: 5:30-7:00 PM Place: Landa Park Golf Course Instructor: Quintin Alexander Cost: $80 FIRE IT UP PILATES MAT 16SP-153 Pilates Mat work is a body conditioning routine that seeks to build flexibility, strength, endurance, and coordination without adding muscle bulk. In addition, Pilates increases circulation and helps to sculpt the body and strengthen the body’s “core” or “powerhouse” (torso). People who do Pilates regularly, feel they have better posture, are less prone to injury and experience better overall health. Pilates also improves your mental and physical well-being, increases flexibility and strengthen muscles. In this Pilates Mat class we will be using controlled movements in the form of mat exercises. Beginners to intermediate practitioners welcome, modifications are always provided. *Bring your yoga mat! • Jan. 18-Feb. 22 | Mondays | 6 wks Time: 5:30 - 6:30 PM Place: Bestia Martial Arts Studio 4306 FM 482, New Braunfels Instructor: Tamara Masters Cost: $60 6 - Community Education Spring 2016 YOGA FOR ACTIVE SENIORS 16SP-154 This class is for active seniors who are looking to improve their range of motion and more. Exploring yoga is not always about downward facing dogs. Hatha Yoga uses postures (asanas) and stretches in combination with the breath to develop flexibility and relaxation. Hatha Yoga encourages proper alignment of the body and brings balance, strength, and calmness to all who practice. This class will be a gentle way to stretch and build strength. You will probably not work up a sweat in a Hatha Yoga class, but you should end up leaving this class feeling longer, looser and more relaxed. Please check with your doctor first, before considering attending any fitness class. Bring a bottle of water and a mat. Session A: • Jan. 21-Feb. 18 | Thursdays | 5 wks Session B: • April 7-May 5 | Thursdays | 5 wks Time: 2:30-3:30 PM Place: Bestia Martial Arts Studio 4306 FM 482, New Braunfels Instructor: Tamara Masters Cost: $45 RESTORATIVE YIN YOGA 16SP-155 Using Hatha to beginner vinyasa flow yoga postures- this is a slower paced restorative class with focus on breathing, releasing tight muscles, relaxation and gentle stretching. Beginners to intermediate yoga practitioners welcome. Building heat will be entirely optional. This is an excellent class for anyone at any fitness level. Bring a bottle of water and a mat. • Jan. 19-Feb. 16 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Time: 4:00-5:00 PM Place: Bestia Martial Arts Studio 4306 FM 482, New Braunfels Instructor: Tamara Masters Cost: $50 LUNCH HOUR EXPRESS YOGA 16SP-156 It’s lunch time! Come and get strong and flexible. This is a slower paced hatha & vinyasa flow class great for all levels. This is offered at a pace comfortable to any beginner yet, challenges are offered for all levels due to longer holds of each pose. Expect this class to offer a balance of strength, flexibility and endurance. Bring your yoga mat. Session A: • Jan. 19-Feb. 16 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Session B: • April 5-May 3 Time: 12:10-12:50 PM Place: Bestia Martial Arts Studio 4306 FM 482, New Braunfels Instructor: Tamara Masters Cost: $50 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 VA C AT I O N G E TAW AY S EXERCISE & SPORTS HAWAIIAN JIU JITSU 16SP-157 We are a traditional martial arts school that is focused not only on self-defense but in the growth and development of our students. Our students will learn how to roll, fall, throw and grapple, all while learning the principles of self-defense. • Jan. 25-Feb. 25 | 5 wks (15 classes) Mondays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays Time: 5:30-7:15 PM Children Time: 7:30-9:00 PM Adult Place: Bestia Martial Arts Studio 4306 FM 482, New Braunfels Instructor: Leo Barahona Cost: $125, Material fee: $40 (paid to instructor at 1st class) CARDIO/YOGA BOOTCAMP 16SP-158 Cardio Bootcamp provides an effective workout for all ages, experience and ability levels. This type of exercise class will burn calories by utilizing high intensity exercises geared toward improving your muscular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility and most importantly your cardio respiratory fitness. • Jan. 11-June 1 | Mondays & Wednesdays Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Place: Canyon High School football field (call 830-221-2177 to find out where) Instructor: Chris San Miguel Cost: $35 for 8 classes - pay online Cost: $5 per class, pay at the door, please bring exact amount ZUMBA DANCE/TONING 16SP-159 Zumba is invigorating dance fitness class that lets you move to music from all types of dance styles: cumbia, salsa, meringue, mamba, raggaeton, cha cha, hip hop music and tango. Zumba toning is the class for you if you like to work out with weights and dance while you do it. Zumba toning sculpts the body through dance and cardio, targeting the abs, thighs, hips and other muscles throughout the body. You will need two lb. weights for the toning class. Each class is $5. You may pay at the door, or you may pay online for the month $35. • Jan. 12-May 19 | Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 5:30-6:30 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Lillian Usher Cost: $35 for 8 classes - pay online Cost: $5 per class, pay at the door, please bring exact amount THERAPEUTIC YOGA 16SP-160 Basic eight limb yoga based on “Yoga Sutra” by Patanjali will engage students in practicing asana routine, mindfulness and breathing to improve muscle tone, flexibility and concentration. This Primary Series will help students to develop their own unique daily practice routine. Requirements: Yoga mat, blanket or towel, comfortable work-out attire. • Feb. 18-March 10 | Thursdays | 4 wks Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM Place: Bill Brown Elementary Instructor: Darshan Singh Cost: $56 VOLLEYBALL -WOMEN’S POWER LEAGUE 16SP-162 6-Player Women’s Only Indoor League Play Level: Power (moderate or higher level of experience) Ages: High School & Above • Feb. 3-April 20 | Wednesdays (no class March 16) Time: 6:30 - 9:30 PM Place: Church Hill Middle School Fees: $100 per team, plus $5 fee per player on roster Contact Denise Cook with questions Phone: 830-832-0827 or Email: [email protected] HILL COUNTRY KARATE (Youth & Adult sessions) 16SP-161 Karate improves self-discipline,coordination, self-respect, and self-confidence. All-white martial arts uniform with elastic waistband required and may be purchased at class for $35. Registration and payments are accepted at the first two weeks of class. Family discounts for three or more! For more information contact: Nick or Angel Smith, Co-Directors, at 830-629-6686. • Jan. 11-March 21 | Mondays • March 28-May 23 Mountain Valley Elementary Gym Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Instructor: Tony Vannella • Jan. 12-March 22 | Tuesdays • March 29-May 31 Bill Brown Elementary Gym Time: 6:30-8:45 PM Instructor: Travis Dunlap Freiheit Elementary Gym Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Instructor: Mike Jessen • Jan. 13-March 23 | Wednesdays • March 30-June 1 Startzville Elementary Gym Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Instructor: Tony Vannella Garden Ridge Elementary Gym Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Instructor: N. Schafer • Jan. 14-March 24 | Thursdays • March 31-June 2 Rebecca Creek Elementary Gym Time: 3:30-4:30 PM Instructor: Tony Vannella Hoffmann Lane Elementary Gym Time: 6:00-8:00 PM Oak Creek Elementary Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Instructor: Roger Haggard Specht Elementary Time: 6:30-8:45 PM Instructor: R. Ruff Time: Junior First Hour Adult Class Second Hour Cost: $60 for 10 weeks SELF-DEFENSE FOR LADIES 16SP-163 This course is designed for adult and teenage females. Students will increase self-confidence and self-esteem while learning self-defense techniques that promote speed, power, and accuracy. • Feb. 2-March 8 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Time: 7:00-8:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: E.C. Shingles Cost: $60 ZUMBA 16SP-164 Zumba is an invigorating dance fitness class that lets you move to music from all styles of dance. It’s an exhilarating,easy-tofollow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party that moves millions of people toward joy and health. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water. • Jan. 11-May 23 | Mondays (no class Jan. 18, Feb. 15, March 14) Time: 6:30-7:30 PM Instructor: Judith Soto Place: Freiheit Elementary Cost: $5 per class, pay at the door, please bring exact amount. Experience the World-Travel American Comal ISD Community Education has partnered with Collette Vacations to offer wonderful vacation packages to the community. All trips include: land travel, air from & returning to San Antonio, hotel transfers, cancellation waiver & insurance. SOUTH DAKOTA Departure Date: July 26, 2016 Highlights: Keystone, Custer State Park, Deadwood, Lead, Spearfish, Badlands, Wall 7 Days – 9 Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners Rate: Double $2,349, Single $2,849, Triple $2,319 Book early and save $50 DISCOVER TUSCANY Departure Date: April 14, 2016 Highlights: Rome, Assisi, Basilica of St. Francis, Montecatini Terme, Lucca, Gothic Line, San Gimignano, Winery Tour, Florence 8 Days – 13 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners Rate: Double $3,799, Single $4,099, Triple $3,769 Book early and save $200 CANYON COUNTRY Departure Date: September 29, 2016 Highlights: Scottsdale, Oak Creek Canyon, Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Choice of Monument Valley, Navajo Tribal Park or Canyon Adventure Cruise, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas 9 Days – 11 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners Rate: Double $3,149, Single $3,909, Triple $3,119 Includes: Land, Air from San Antonio, Hotel Transfers and Cancellation Waiver & Insurance. For more information concerning these vacations contact: Charlotte Muniz @ 830-221-2177 (Free colorful brochure of complete itinerary available) MOTIVATIONAL BOOT CAMP 16SP-165 This is a real boot camp taught by a real soldier who will motivate you to achieve and surpass all of your fitness goals and desires. This boot camp is for ALL levels and anyone ages 10 and up so be comforted knowing that NO ONE is left behind! • Jan. 20-June 1 | Mondays & Wednesdays Time: 7:00-8:00 PM Place: Goodwin Frazier School’s Gym Instructor: Rudy Velasquez Cost: $5 per class (please pay at class) www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education Community Education Spring 2016 - 7 8 - Community Education Spring 2016 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 EXERCISE & SPORTS FOR KIDS NEWCOMBE QUICKSTART TENNIS 16SP-170 We use colorful age appropriate nets and balls to make learning easier for the kids. Tennis can now be played anywhere any time! The kids will develop their athletic skills, we will create a team environment, and all kids will feel welcome and be taught the fun and social part of tennis. Keeping kids positive and active through tennis! Session A: Garden Ridge • Feb. 16-March 29 | Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Hoffmann Lane • Feb. 17-March 30 | Wednesdays | 6 wks (no class March 16) Clear Spring • Feb. 18-March 31 | Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Freiheit • Feb. 19-April 8 | Fridays | 6 wks (no class March 18 or 25) Session B: Garden Ridge • April 5-May 10 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Hoffmann Lane • April 6-May 11 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Clear Spring • April 7-May 12 | Thursdays | 6 wks Freiheit • April 15-May 27 | Fridays | 6 wks (no class April 22) Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Instructor: Newk’s Tennis Staff Cost: $65 CAMPFIT KIDS RUNNING CLUB! 16SP-171 CampFit Kids Running Club is designed to help kids reach new goals with running. Studies show that kids involved in fitness programs have an increase in confidence, independence and resiliency. Running club will run for 5 weeks. Each week will consist of a short teaching time focused on basic running forms, breathing techniques, pre and post running stretching and nutrition. Students will choose a distance (1/4, 1/2, 3/4 and 1 mile distances) and work on that distance each session. Each week CampFit Kids will run their distance and earn a spirit stick with their placement according to their time. Kids can also earn points by encouraging their families to get out and run during the week. On the final week, the CampFit kids with the most points and best times will earn medals in addition to their spirit sticks. Parents are encouraged to come and run with their kids and help them encourage one another. The goal of CampFit Kids is to encourage families to get fit together. 16SP-171 (Continued) CAMPFIT KIDS RUNNING CLUB! Running is an easy way to play together and anyone, no matter their size or shape can do it! Each CampFit Kid will receive a t-shirt, running bag and Running Club spirit stick. CampFit Kids Running Club will be limited to the first 50 kids who sign up. For more information go to campfitkids.com. Session A: Kinder Ranch • Jan. 19-Feb. 16 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Bill Brown • Jan. 20-Feb. 17 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Arlon Seay • Jan. 20-Feb. 17 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Timberwood Park • Jan. 21-Feb. 18 | Thursdays | 5 wks Rahe Bulverde • Jan. 21-Feb. 18 | Thursdays | 5 wks Session B: Arlon Seay • Feb. 29-April 4 | Mondays | 5 wks (no class March 14) Kinder Ranch • March 1-April 5 | Tuesdays | 5 wks (no class March 15) Bill Brown • March 2-April 6 | Wednesdays | 5 wks (no class March 16) Timberwood Park • March 3-April 7 | Thursdays | 5 wks (no class March 17) Rahe Bulverde • March 3-April 7 | Thursdays | 5 wks (no class March 17) Session C: Arlon Seay • April 18-May 16 | Mondays | 5 wks Kinder Ranch • April 19-May 17 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Bill Brown • April 20-May 18 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Timberwood Park • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Rahe Bulverde • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Time: 2:50-4:00 PM Instructor: Stephayne Gibson Cost: $75 Supply fee: $15 ATHLETES GLOBAL 16SP-172 Our academy teaches the fundamentals of sports such as: Basketball, Flag Football, Volleyball, Soccer, Baseball and much more. Our program implements daily nutritional education, homework, functional fitness training, mentoring activities in decision making, communication skills, self-image and team building with others. Session A: Timberwood Park • Jan. 11-Feb. 29 | Mondays | 6 wks (no class Jan. 18 or Feb. 15) Arlon Seay • Jan. 19-Feb. 23 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Mountain Valley • Jan. 20-Feb. 24 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Bill Brown • Jan. 21-Feb. 25 | Thursdays | 6 wks Rebecca Creek • Jan. 22-Feb. 26 | Fridays | 6 wks Cost: $95 Session B: Arlon Seay • March 8-April 19 | Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Bill Brown • March 3-April 14 | Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Timberwood Park • March 7-April 18 | Mondays | 6 wks (no class March 14) Mountain Valley • March 9-April 20 | Wednesdays | 6 wks (no class March16) Rebecca Creek • March 11-April 29 | Fridays | 6 wks (no class March 18, March 25 or April 22) Cost: $95 Session C: Arlon Seay • April 26-May 24 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Bill Brown • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Timberwood Park • April 25-May 23 | Mondays | 5 wks Mountain Valley • April 27-May 25 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Instructor: Eric Talley Cost: $75 SCAN ME Use your smart phone to scan the following QR code to view Comal ISD Community Education Classes online. www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CHALLENGER SOCCER ACADEMY 16SP-173 Our After School Programs focus on introducing and developing each player’s skills combining drills and games in a relaxed and fun environment to encourage development! Each of our weekly classes focuses on a particular soccer skill that will challenge each player. Garden Ridge • March 21-May 9 | Mondays | 8 wks Hoffmann Lane • March 22-May 10 | Tuesdays | 8 wks Bill Brown • March 24-May 12 | Thursdays | 8 wks Time: 3:00-4:00PM Instructor: Challenger Soccer Academy Cost: $100 SPORTS FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS/ HEALTHY LIFESTYLES 16SP-174 Program designed to provide elementary aged participants a solid foundation to fundamentals of safe and effective techniques to improve balance, flexibility, agility, speed, cardio respiratory endurance, and core strength. Session A: Johnson Ranch • Jan. 19-Feb. 23 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • Jan. 20-Feb. 24 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Kinder Ranch • Jan. 25-March 7 | Thursdays | 6 wks (no class Feb. 15) Timberwood Park • Jan. 22-Feb. 26 | Fridays | 6 wks Specht • Feb. 18-March 31 | Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Session B: Johnson Ranch • March 29-May 3 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • March 30-May 4 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Kinder Ranch • March 28-May 2 | Thursdays | 6 wks Timberwood Park • April 1-May 13 | Fridays | 6 wks (no class April 22) Specht • April 7-May 12 | Thursdays | 6 wks Time: 2:50-4:05 PM Instructor: Coach Jimmy Gonzales Cost: $99 Classes offered through CISD & NBISD are open to everyone. You do not have to be in that district to take a class. BASKETBALL -SAN ANTONIO SHARKS 16SP-175 The Basketball University 101 program is hosted by the San Antonio Sharks and Vertical Intensity to help develop the fundamental skills necessary to build a solid foundation on core basketball skills. Our goal is to prepare the children at home. Session A: Bill Brown • Jan. 19-March 8 | Tuesdays | 8 wks Johnson Ranch • Jan. 20-March 9 | Wednesdays | 8 wks Indian Springs • Jan. 21-March 10 | Thursdays | 8 wks Session B: Bill Brown • March 22-May 10 | Tuesdays | 8 wks Johnson Ranch • March 23-May 11 | Wednesdays | 8 wks Indian Springs • March 24-May 12 | Thursdays | 8 wks Time: 3:00-4:00 PM K-2nd grade Time: 4:00-5:00 PM 3rd-5th grade Instructor: Mark Garza Cost: $120 Supply Fee: $25 (paid to instructor at 1st class-T-shirt included) FIRST SERVE TENNIS 16SP-176 This is a beginner tennis class for 2nd-5th graders. First Serve Tennis will include working on eye-hand coordination, footwork, and basic tennis skills. Racquets and balls will be provided; all you need is your tennis shoes. Timberwood Park • Jan. 19-Feb. 9 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Arlon Seay • Jan. 20-Feb. 10 | Wednesdays | 4 wks Specht • Jan. 21-Feb. 11 | Thursdays | 4 wks Indian Springs • Feb. 16-March 8 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Rahe Bulverde • Feb. 17-March 9 | Wednesdays 4 wks Kinder Ranch • Feb. 18-March 10 | Thursdays | 4 wks Johnson Ranch • March 21-April 11 | Mondays |4 wks Rebecca Creek • March 22-April 12 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Bill Brown • March 23-April 13 | Wednesdays | 4 wks Time: 3:00-3:50 PM Instructor: Erinn Murray Cost: $60 REGISTER TODAY! Community Education Spring 2016 - 9 CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 EXERCISE & SPORTS EXTREME MARTIAL ARTS 16SP-177 Topics to be taught: Leadership, Life Skills, Self-Discipline, Self-Control, Respect, Perseverance, Martial Arts Training, Self-defense Kickboxing, Jiu-Jitsu Clear Spring • Jan.25-March 7 | Mondays | 6 wks (no class Feb. 15) Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Instructor: Garrett Poole Cost: $35 GOLF IN SCHOOLS 16SP-178 Golf for Life is a comprehensive program that teaches skills for golf and skills for life. With high-energy activities, students receive in-depth training in golf fundamentals, as well as developing critical traits like teamwork, goal-setting, and striving for their personal best. Our highly-developed, four-tiered curriculum is designed to make learning golf fun for every child! Students who have taken this class previously will be challenged as they move up to new levels. (K-5th Grade) Session A: Arlon Seay • Feb. 1-March 7 | Mondays | 5 wks (no class Feb. 15) Timberwood Park • Feb. 1-March 7 | Mondays | 5 wks (no class Feb. 15) Specht • Feb. 2-March 1 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Bill Brown • Feb. 3-March 2 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Indian Springs • Feb. 3-March 2 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Garden Ridge • Feb. 4-March 3 | Thursdays | 5 wks Rahe Bulverde • Feb. 5-March 4 | Fridays | 5 wks Session B: Arlon Seay • March 28-April 25 | Mondays | 5 wks Timberwood Park • March 28-April 25 | Mondays | 5 wks Specht • March 29-April 26 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Bill Brown • March 30-April 27 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Indian Springs • March 30-April 27 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Garden Ridge • March 31-April 28 | Thursdays | 5 wks Rahe Bulverde • April 1-May 6 | Fridays | 5 wks (no class April 22) Instructor: Golf in Schools Time: 2:50-4:05 PM Cost: $100 GYMNASTICS 16SP-179 We offer a 55 minute class of all around gymnastics, utilizing the vault, bars, beam, floor, trampoline and pit. Session A: Girls ages 5-7 • Feb. 6-27| Saturdays | 4 wks Time: 9:00-9:55 AM Session B: Girls ages 8-up • Feb. 6-27 | Saturdays | 4 wks Time: 10:00-10:55 AM Attire: Leotard & bare feet Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $72 TUMBLING-Girls ages 8-up 16SP-180 • Feb. 6-27 | Saturdays | 4 wks Time: 11:00-11:55 AM Attire: Shorts, t-shirt and no shoes or socks Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $72 NINJA ZONE 16SP-181 In this 55 minute class you will work on obstacle course training to help build core strength and agility. Session A: ages 5-7 • Feb. 6-27 | Saturdays | 4 wks Time: 9:00-9:55 AM Session B: ages 7-11 • Feb. 6-27 | Saturdays | 4 wks Time: 10:00-10:55 AM Attire: Shorts, no buttons or zippers, t-shirt and no shoes or socks Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $50 TAEKWONDO 16SP-182 Learn self-defense while also increasing self-confidence, enhancing agility and improving self-discipline for boys and girls. Come discover the amazing experience traditional Taekwondo has to offer. Session A: ages 4-6 • Feb. 2-23 : Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 5:45-6:40 PM Session B: ages 7-up • Feb. 2-23 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 6:45-7:40 PM Attire: Shorts and t-shirt Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $50 BASKETBALL (TOT-Teams of Tomorrow) 16SP-183 Students learn fancy dribbling and ball handling skills, plus challenging ball handling routines during our 12 week TOT Basketball Program. No sitting on the bench in TOT; everyone has their own ball and there is 100% participation! Tiny TOT (K-1 grade) Garden Ridge • Jan. 21-April 14 | Thursdays | 12 wks (no class March 17) Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 21-April 14 | Thursdays | 12 wks (no class March 17) Time: 3:00-3:45 PM Basic TOT (2nd-5th) Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 19-April 12 | Tuesdays | 12 wks (no class March 15) Garden Ridge • Jan. 19-April 12 | Tuesdays | 12 wks (no class March 15) Rahe Bulverde • Jan. 19-April 12 | Tuesdays | 12 wks (no class March 15) Oak Creek • Jan. 20-April 13 | Wednesdays | 12 wks (no class March 16) Time: 3:00-3:45 PM Cost: $140 Instructor: Dana Elliot Material fee: $35 (paid to instructor at 1st class, includes basketball, t-shirt, medal & tournament pin, paid only once) TGA PREMIER JUNIOR GOLF 16SP-184 TGA Premier Junior Golf of North San Antonio is a proud partner of the STPGA. Our goal is to give every child the opportunity to learn the game of golf in a safe and fun atmosphere. We look to build your child’s character through academic and character development lessons while teaching them the fundamentals of golf on your school’s campus. Session A: Garden Ridge • Feb. 1-March 7 | Mondays | 5 wks (no class Feb. 15) Hoffmann Lane • Feb. 2-March 1 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Timberwood Park • Feb. 3-March 2 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Rebecca Creek • Feb. 4-March 3 | Thursdays | 5 wks Mountain Valley ES • Feb. 5-March 4 | Fridays | 5 wks Session B: Garden Ridge • April 4-May 2 | Mondays | 5 wks Hoffmann Lane • April 5-May 3 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Timberwood Park • April 6-May 4 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Rebecca Creek • April 7-May 5 | Thursdays | 5 wks Mountain Valley ES • April 1-May 6 | Fridays | 5 wks (no class April 22) Time: 2:50-4:05 PM Instructor: TGA Premier Junior Golf Cost: $99 ALL STAR SPORTS 16SP-185 Not sure which sport your child will like? Now you don’t have to choose! Our All Star Athlete will develop talent in a variety of TEAM, RECREATIONAL & INDIVIDUAL sports! Program incorporates a wide range of drills/skills designed to build sportsmanship, teamwork, & confidence. Sports vary by season, including: football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball & more! Clear Spring • Jan. 19-May 17 | Tuesdays | 17 wks (no class March 15) Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 17 wks (no class March 17) Time: 2:45-3:45PM Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Cost: $230 (includes T-Shirt) GED Church Hill Portables 1298 Church Hill Dr. Day and Evening Classes Offered For further information call (210) 370-5498 ESL Church Hill Portables 1298 Church Hill Dr. Day and Evening Classes Offered For further information call (210) 370-5498 LANDSCAPE & GARDENING SKILLED GARDENER SERIES: VEGETABLE GARDENING-MADE SIMPLE 16SP-190 Create beautiful vegetable gardens that are easy to grow. Pick healthy and nutritious foods you will grow with minimum labor. Garden year round with these simple methods. • March 31 | Thursday | 1 class COTTAGE GARDEN & CURB APPEAL 16SP-191 Step by step design to get the most beauty from your landscape. • April 5 | Tuesday | 1 class NEW GARDENER LANDSCAPE ANSWERS 16SP-192 A class for those new to the area. Learn how to work with the native soil, what plants do best in our area and are deer resistant and much, much more. • April 7 | Thursday | 1 class MAINTAINING YOUR LANDSCAPE 16SP-193 Learn hints the pros use to simplify landscape chores from lawns to trees, shrubs and flowers. Prevent Oak Wilt, stop fleas, block chiggers, scorpions, and other pest and diseases without dangerous chemicals. This class is about low maintenance without the artificial plants. • April 12 | Tuesday | 1 class FRIGHTENING DEER 16SP-194 Lean how to keep deer out of your landscape without tall fences and expensive spray. These methods really work. • April 14 | Thursday | 1 class Time: 7:00-8:30 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: David Will-Tx Certified Landscape Professional Contractor #2 Cost: $25 each class R E G I S T E R E A R LY S O C L A S S E S W I L L N O T B E C A N C E L L E D Contact: Charlotte Muniz (830) 221-2177 10 - Community Education Spring 2016 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 MUSIC BEGINNER’S GUITAR -Adult & Children 16SP-195 Learn basic open chords in the first position which will enable you to play many songs. Class song material will be furnished at no charge. Students will need an acoustic guitar or an electric guitar without amp for this class. If you have a guitar, please bring it to the studio prior to beginning your first class. Low price guitar rentals are available from the instructor. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. Session A: Ages 9-12 • Feb. 5-26 | Fridays | 4 wks Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Instructor: Jerry McKinnon Session B: Adults • Feb. 5-26 | Fridays | 4 wks Time: 6:00-7:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Bill Hill Cost: $60 (Guitar rentals available) DYNAMIC DRUMS -Adult & Children 16SP-196 No drums needed, supplies are available through the instructor. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. Drum Book $18.95 and Drum Sticks $10.95 • Feb. 5-26 | Fridays | 4 wks Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Charles Navarro Cost: $60 MANDOLIN 16SP-197 The Mandolin is a fun instrument that is easy to learn. You will learn chords and concepts like the triplet “hammer-pulls” and “turnarounds” that are often used in mini-solos between the verses of songs. 3 songs will be taught in this beginner session. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. • Feb. 5-26 | Fridays | 4 wks Time: 7:00-8:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Jerry McKinnon Cost: $60 LEARN VOCAL 16SP-198 Opera to Pop. This is a good opportunity to learn voice for beginning to advanced learners. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. • Feb. 8-29 | Mondays | 4 wks Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Teri Johnson Cost: $60 PIANO KEYBOARD BEGINNER 16SP-199 Come have fun with music. Learn how to play the piano keyboard. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. • Feb. 4-25 | Thursdays | 4 wks Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Dan Wyman Cost: $60 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education BANJO BEGINNER 16SP-200 This Banjo class will cover basic techniques and basic music reading for the instruments. The class will learn simple songs and work with play-a-long recordings to help develop their individual techniques. Students should have their own instruments. Rentals are available at studio. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. • Feb. 5-26 | Fridays | 4 wks Time: 6:00-7:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Jerry McKinnon Cost: $60 UKULELE BEGINNER 16SP-201 This Ukulele class will cover basic techniques and basic music reading for the instruments. The class will learn simple songs and work with play-a-long recordings to help develop their individual techniques. Students should have their own instruments. Rentals are available at studio. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. • Feb. 5-26 | Fridays | 4 wks Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Jerry McKinnon Cost: $60 SYMPHONY VIOLIN BEGINNER 16SP-202 Come learn to play the violin. Once you are enrolled in the class, instructor will call and schedule your class. • Feb. 8-29 | Mondays | 4 wks Time: 5:30-6:30 PM Place: Bill Hill Music Studios 1290 S. Business IH-35 Instructor: Rose Roddy Cost: $60 Community Education Spring 2016 - 11 12 - Community Education Spring 2016 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 SEWING/QUILTING BUSINESS & FINANCE COUPONING 101 16SP-205 Ever wanted to coupon, but thought it was too much work? Learn the basics, lingo, and how to find the deals! Everyone knows about coupons and how to use them, but not everyone knows how to use them effectively. In this two hour course participants will learn how to maximize their savings and use coupons to shop for FREE. In addition, participants will learn how to find coupon savings and deals online and in stores. Several tips and tricks for lowering expensed for pets and home will also be discussed. Participants need to have a basic understanding of computers and the Internet to fully benefit from this class. Objectives- Participants will be able to: 1.Cut their grocery bill by at least half (within two months of taking this class) 2.Use couponing vocabulary 3.Read a blog list of grocery and drug store deals 4.Create an effective shopping list 5.Understand stockpiling 6.Effectively organize coupons 7.Use coupons to obtain items for free 8. Write companies for more FREEBIES • Feb. 9 | Tuesday | 1 class • March 31 | Thursday | 1 class • April 19 | Tuesday | 1 class • May 12 | Thursday | 1 class Time: 6:00-8:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Jennifer Dreiss Cost: $20 Supply fee: $5 (paid to instructor at class) MEDICARE MONEY SAVING TIPS 16SP-206 If you are confused by all the choices you must make when you first become eligible for Medicare or if you feel like you are paying too much for your coverage then you will find this class to be a wealth of information. Session A • Feb. 18 | Thursday | 1 class Place: Bill Brown Elementary Session B • March 31 | Thursday | 1 class Place: AC-MECHS Time: 6:00PM-8:00PM Instructor: John Young Cost: $10 REGISTER E A R LY So Classes Will Not Be Cancelled Contact Charlotte Muniz (830) 221-2177 HOW TO SHOP FOR A FUNERAL 16SP-207 Today’s consumers spend two years purchasing their first home, five months shopping for a new car and two months looking for a refrigerator or television set, yet they rarely shop for a funeral. You can purchase a Basic Cremation in San Antonio for $999.00 or $5,000.00. This presentation spurs people to have a plan and discuss that plan with family. Reserve your spot early. Subway sandwiches will be served. Session A • March 3 | Thursday | 1 class Place: AC-MECHS Session B • March 8 | Tuesday | 1 class Place: Bill Brown Elementary Time: 6:30-8:30 PM Instructor: Bill Bischoff-a Retired Air Force Chaplain of FuneralCaring USA Cost: $10 HOME SELLING PROCESS DEMYSTIFIED 16SP-208 Thinking about selling your home but you don’t know where to start? Penny Pereboom is a licensed real estate agent that wants home owners to know what to expect from their agent when they list their home. Learn how an agent should be helping you determine the right price to get your home sold, market your property in the best light, prepare your home for viewing, and guide you through the negotiations. At the end of the class students will be eligible for an individual FREE comparative market analysis and consultation. • Feb. 9 | Tuesday | 1 class • March 3 | Thursday | 1 class • April 28 | Thursday | 1 class Time: 6:00-8:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Penny Pereboom Cost: $10 HOME BUYING PROCESS DEMYSTIFIED 16SP-209 Ready to buy a home but don’t know where to start? Not sure if you would even qualify? Whether you are ready to buy your first home or you are just thinking about it and would like to know more about the process, this class is for you. Learn how to obtain financing, what to look for in a lender, how to search for a home, what to look for in a real estate agent and what the process involves from submitting an offer to closing and funding your new home. • March 1 | Tuesday | 1 class • April 26 | Tuesday | 1 class Time: 6:00-8:00 PM Place: AC-MECHS Instructor: Penny Pereboom Cost: $10 QUILTING BEGINNERS -TILE’S PLAY 16SP-215 Finish a lap-size quilt in this beginner quilting class that covers basic quilting methods. Learn fabric selection, rotary cutting, and machine piecing, and finishing methods. See the class quilt sample at The Quilt Haus, and bring your enrollment receipt in to receive your supply list. Class discount on supplies. Sewing machine required, homework involved. Questions, call 830-620-1382. • Jan. 28-Feb. 25 | Thursdays | 5 wks Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Place: The Quilt Haus 651 N Business 35, Market Place Instructor: Shirley Ginn Cost: $110 QUILTING BEGINNERS - UPTOWN GIRL 16SP-217 Finish a lap-size quilt in this beginner quilting class that covers basic quilting methods. Learn fabric selection, rotary cutting, and machine piecing, and finishing methods. See the class quilt sample at The Quilt Haus, and bring your enrollment receipt in to receive your supply list. Class discount on supplies. Sewing machine required, homework involved. Questions, call 830-620-1382. • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Place: The Quilt Haus 651 N Business 35, Market Place Instructor: Shirley Ginn Cost: $110 QUILTING BEGINNERS -DANCING STARS 16SP-216 Finish a lap-size quilt in this beginner quilting class that covers basic quilting methods. Learn fabric selection, rotary cutting, and machine piecing, and finishing methods. See the class quilt sample at The Quilt Haus, and bring your enrollment receipt in to receive your supply list. Class discount on supplies. Sewing machine required, homework involved. Questions, call 830-620-1382. • Feb. 25-March 24 | Thursdays | 5 wks Time: 1:00-4:00 PM Place: The Quilt Haus 651 N Business 35, Market Place Instructor: Shirley Ginn Cost: $110 QUILTING - MAKE A T-SHIRT MEMORY QUILT 16SP-218 Take a collection of special T-shirts and turn them into a memory quilt. Makes a perfect graduation gift. Learn essential stabilizing, cutting, planning, and piecing techniques. Bring your enrollment receipt in to The Quilt Haus to receive your supply list. Class discount on supplies. Sewing machine required, homework involved. Questions, call 830-620-1382. • April 2, 16, 23 | Saturdays | 3 wks Time: 9:30-12:30 PM Place: The Quilt Haus (651 N Business 35, Market Place) Instructor: Mary Jane Heinen Cost: $70 COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS of Comal County, Inc. Helping Kids to Help Themselves Communities in Schools of Comal County, Inc. takes a holistic approach to meeting the needs of students and their families through the following components: H CIS Components H Education Enhancement H Counseling & Support Guidance H H Health & Social Services H Pre-Employment/Employment H Enrichment H We help ensure students’ success and keep them in school until graduation FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CHRIS DOUGLAS (830) 620-4247 SCAN ME! Use your smart phone to scan the following QR code to view Comal ISD Community Education Classes online. www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education DRIVER’S EDUCATION DRIVER’S EDUCATION CLASSROOM PART ONLY: Age 14 16SP-262 This class offers the instruction that is required by Texas state laws. Students receive 14 hours of in the vehicle instruction and 32 hours of classroom instruction. Students may take the classroom part of Driver’s Ed at the age of 14, they will have to be 15 to take the driving part of driver’s ed. Information forms will be in the main office at all middle schools and the Community Education Office. Classes are three weeks and one day. Class size is limited, so pre-register early. Classes will be at the High Schools. Register by calling Central Park Driving School at 210-344-4351. Classes will be held at each High School Instructor: Central Park Driving School Cost: $341 registration (No discounts) DRIVER’S EDUCATION 16SP-263 This class offers the instruction that is required by Texas state laws. Students receive 14 hours of in the vehicle instruction and 32 hours of classroom instruction. Information forms will be in the main office at all high schools and the Community Education Office. Classes are for four weeks. Class size is limited, so pre-register early. Register by calling Central Park Driving School at 210-344-4351. • 1st Class begins January 11 2nd Class begins February 16 3rd Class begins March 28 4th Class begins May 2 5th Class begins June 6 Place: Canyon High School Registration: Jan.7, Feb. 11, March 24, April 28, and June 2 Canyon Lake High School Registration: Jan.5, Feb. 9, March 22, April 26, and May 31 Smithson Valley High School Registration: Jan.6, Feb. 10, March 23, April 27, and June 1 Parent must attend registration Time: Monday through Thursday (some Fridays) 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th class - 4:00 to 6:00 PM Instructor: Central Park Driving School Cost: $398 registration (No discounts) includes fuel charge Community Education Spring 2016 - 13 CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 FUN FOR KIDS SPECIAL NIGHT FOR SPECIAL KIDS 16SP-220 SNSK provides a safe, supervised, activity-oriented night for schoolage (10yrs.-22yrs.) special needs students. Each Friday will be theme oriented, to include sports, games, music, live DJ, dancing and more! Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Services will be provided by certified Life-Skills teachers ensuring a worry-free environment. Eligible students should meet the following criteria: *must be able to independently comply with instructor directives *must be able to toilet independently. • Jan. 22-May 27 Every Friday that school is in session. Time: 7:00-10:00 PM Place: Life Bridges 278 Loop 337, New Braunfels, Tx 78130 FRIDAY NITE LIVE! KIDS NIGHT OUT! PARENTS NIGHT OFF! Grades K-6th 16SP-221 Friday Nite Live provides fun, safe, supervised events for kids and a welldeserved night off for parents. Each event incorporates a different theme and includes sports, games, contests, crafts, face painting, music, a live DJ and so much fun! Parents can have peace of mind, knowing their children are having a blast in a safe and secure environment. A uniformed police officer is assigned to each event plus trained staff to facilitate the activities. Children must be signed in and signed out from each event. Concessions are available for an additional charge and include pizza, sports drinks, soda, chips, applesauce, fruit snacks, pickles, candy and glow novelty items. Friday Nite Live is open to all students, NOT just CISD. • Jan. 15-May 27 | Friday (does not meet on school holidays) Time: 7:00-10:30 PM Place: Indian Springs 25751 Wilderness Oak, San Antonio 78261 Place: Bill Brown - NEW LOCATION 20410 Hwy 46 W, Spring Branch 78070 Place: Church Hill Middle School - NEW LOCATION 1275 N Business 35, New Braunfels Instructor: Friday Nite Live 2 ways to register: Cost: $12 at the door or online at www.FNLSA.com CRAFTY CIRCUITS -ACTION POTENTIAL LEARNING (Grades 3-5) 16SP-222 Learn electrical engineering principles and the scientific method using conductive crafts! Students will create buzzbots, light up arm bands, conductive dough, and more. Students will first learn simple circuitry using conductive materials, then will learn complex circuits on breadboards, all while incorporating craft items into their final designs. Students take home all projects at the end of this course. Kinder Ranch • Jan. 25-March 7 | Mondays | 6 wks (no class Feb. 15) Timberwood Park • Jan. 26-March 1 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • Jan. 27-March 2 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Johnson Ranch • Jan. 28-March 3 | Thursdays | 6 wks Time: 2:50-4:00 PM Instructor: Shayna Pond Cost: $120 SUPERHERO CIRCUITS - ACTION POTENTIAL LEARNING (Grades 3-5) 16SP-223 If you were a superhero, what would your super power be? Students ponder this question as they apply engineering & circuitry to superhero- like gadget designs. Students will explore breadboard design and functions of various electrical components by applying projects to super-hero like activities. Light up power rings, superhero masks, superpower glow boxes, and “laser” arm bands will be explored and developed using knowledge of electrical engineering and circuitry using real circuits on breadboards. All projects are taken home so students can continue the exploration on their own. Kinder Ranch • March 21-April 25 | Mondays | 6 wks Timberwood Park • March 22-April 26 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • March 23-April 27 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Johnson Ranch • March 24-April 28 | Thursdays | 6 wks Time: 2:50-4:00 PM Instructor: Shayna Pond Cost: $120 14 - Community Education Spring 2016 WOW. LEGO® ENGINEERING-MORE Gears, Gadgets & Gizmos! (Grades: K-1) 16SP-224 Worlds of Wonder proudly presents this Lego engineering class specifically designed for younger kids, Ages 5-7. Students will join Lego people Sam and Sara, a brother and sister team, as they experience life and solve problems using Legos! Students will encounter numerous challenges and learn to use the Engineering Design Process to get to a solution that works! they will learn about simple machines and how the world works around them. They will also enjoy the rich story life of Sam and Sara in their weekly lessons which encourage imagination, social skills and friendship. By playing with and manipulating the models, students will experience pulleys, levers, gears, wheels and axles – all the while exploring energy, buoyancy and balance. Watch them build their self-esteem as they build their projects! There are 24 unique lessons in all – Students can jump in at any time and do not need to have attended a previous class to participate in the current class. This is an exciting camp for BOTH boys and girls. Each student will finish with a WOW (Worlds of Wonder) Certificate of Completion. Timberwood Park • March 23-April 27 | Wednesday | 6 wks Time: 4:00-5:00 PM Instructor: Donna Twilla, The Whole Child Learning Company Cost: $90, Supply Fee: $10 (payable to instructor at 1st class) WOW LEGO® ENGINEERING:MORE Crazy Contraptions & Chain Reactions! (Grades 2-5) 16SP-225 Worlds of Wonder proudly presents this Lego STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) class specifically for older kids, age 7 - 12. Students will do individual computer work using special software that is designed to teach Engineering and Physics concepts in a virtual “Mad Scientist” Lab. Each new problem gets progressively more challenging, and it is sure to have your child thinking and building! Using the Engineering Design Process, we will also create Crazy Contraptions that only a kid can imagine such as: The “Wall Rocket Racer”, The “Annoy-o-matic”, the “Tennessee Time Killer” and many more. Lego bricks and other materials will be used as students will learn how to set up “chain reactions” and identify the principals at work. 16SP-225 (continued) WOW LEGO® ENGINEERING:MORE Crazy Contraptions & Chain Reactions! There are 24 unique lessons in all Students can jump in at any time and do not need to have attended a previous class to participate in the current class. Timberwood Park • March 23-April 27 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Time: 2:50-3:50 PM Instructor: Donna Twilla, The Whole Child Learning Company Cost: $90, Supply Fee: $10 (payable to instructor at 1st class) WOW WORDS! AN ADVENTURE IN CREATIVE WRITING & Lego® STORYTELLING (Grades 1-5) 16SP-226 Worlds of Wonder proudly presents WOW WORDS - An adventure in writing and storytelling for kids in grades 2nd-5th! Words wonderful words! We get the creative juices flowing by creating our own Tie Dye Journals to start the camp. Students will engage in creative writing exercises and play word games as we learn different styles of writing. Students will write several short pieces, on their own and with a partner to present to class. We will also explore storytelling themes with LEGO® STORYSTARTER Software and kits. This Language Arts curriculum is specifically designed by Lego Education to be used in classrooms to kick-start creativity and boost literacy skills. As students learn different components of storytelling, they have a blast acting it out with the Lego kits. Our stories will be imaginative and fun, an excellent camp for BOTH boys and girls! Each student will finish with a WOW(Worlds of Wonder) Certificate of Completion. Timberwood Park • Jan. 27-March 2 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • Jan. 29-March 4 | Fridays | 6 wks Time: 2:45-4:00 PM Instructor: Donna Twilla, The Whole Child Learning Company Cost: $90, Supply Fee: $10 (payable to instructor at 1st class) Classes offered through CISD & NBISD are open to everyone. You do not have to be in that district to take a class. REGISTER TODAY! KIDS ON PIANO (Grades 2-5) 16SP-227 Kids on Piano offers an introductory course designed for students in grade 2 and higher. The lessons are fun and packed with activities. Not only will your child learn to play the piano, but experience music through movement and games. Classes are small so the teacher can provide individual help as needed. However, all students are actively engaged the entire lesson. Continuous monthly sessions are offered. Those students previously enrolled will continue from where they ended last spring. You do not have to have a keyboard instrument to begin lessons. After enrolling, the teacher will contact you to set up a class time. Classes will be held every 30 minutes starting at 3:00 going through 6:00 PM. If classes are full, please put your name on the waiting list. Session A: • Jan. 19-Feb. 9 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Session B: • Feb. 16-March 8 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Session C: • March 22-April 12 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Session D: • April 19-May 10 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Place: Hoffmann Lane Instructor: Barbara Reuter Cost: $60, Supply Fee: $12 (paid to instructor at 1st class of each session) Book Fee: $25 (paid to instructor once) SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE PROGRAM Creative Activities Time for Homework Nutritious Snacks Indoor & Outdoor Recreation Table Games - Quiet Time Students 5 through 11 years of age and Kindergarten through 5th grade Hours: Immediately after school till 6:30pm Cost: $35 per week (Payable bi-weekly regardless of attendance, due Friday before care is received) For information Contact: Betty Mills (830) 221-2104 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 FUN FOR KIDS KIDS ON PIANO: Ages 4-6 16SP-228 Kids on Piano now offers a piano course designed for younger students age 4 through first grade. This course is designed for those young students who have short attention spans and lots of energy. In the class, the students will learn to play simple songs using a method the teacher has devised just for the young beginner. The students will also have many activities that teach music and the feel of music. These will include dancing, coloring, games etc. A piano or keyboard is not required for this class. The student must be at least 4 years of age, know general colors, be able to say and read the numbers 1-5, and say the alphabet from A-G as well as recognize those letters. After enrolling, the teacher will contact you to set up a class time. Classes will be held every 30 minutes starting at 3:00 going through 6:00 PM. If classes are full, please put your name on the waiting list. Session A: • Jan. 19-Feb. 9 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Session B: • Feb. 16-March 8 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Session C: • March 22-April 12 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Session D: April 19-May 10 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Place: Hoffmann Lane Instructor: Barbara Reuter Cost: $60, Supply Fee: $12 (paid toinstructor at 1st class of each session) Book Fee: $25 (paid to instructor once) KINDERDANCE: Ages 3-5 16SP-229 This is a planned developmental dance/movement and fitness program taught in 3 levels, stressing the basics of Ballet, Tap, Acrobatics, Motor Skills and Creative Dance that blends in educational concepts. Age appropriate music and dances will be taught. Session A: Freiheit • Jan. 19-Feb. 23 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • Jan. 19-Feb. 23 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 20-Feb. 24 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Johnson Ranch • Jan. 20-Feb. 24 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Garden Ridge • Jan. 21-Feb. 25 | Thursdays | 6 wks Kinder Ranch • Jan. 21-Feb. 25 | Thursdays | 6 wks Cost: $75 IN CASE OF BAD WEATHER Community Ed Classes will be cancelled when Comal ISD is closed for inclement weather. 16SP-229 (Continued) KINDERDANCE: Ages 3-5 Session B: Freiheit • Mar. 1-April 12 Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Indian Springs • Mar. 1-April 12 Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Hoffmann Lane • Mar. 2-April 13 Wednesdays | 6 wks (no class March 16) Johnson Ranch • Mar. 2-April 13 Wednesday | 6 wks (no class March 16 Garden Ridge • Mar. 3-April 14 Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Kinder Ranch • Mar. 3-April 14 Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Cost: $75 Session C: Freiheit • April 19-May 17 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Indian Springs • April 19-May 17 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Hoffmann Lane • April 20-May 18 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Johnson Ranch • April 20-May 18 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Garden Ridge • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Kinder Ranch • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Cost: $63 Time: 4:00-4:45 PM Instructor: Jennifer Reid KINDERCOMBO: K-5th grades 16SP-230 This is a planned developmental dance program stressing the basics of ballet, tap, and jazz skills. Age appropriate music and dances will be taught. Session A: Freiheit • Jan. 19-Feb. 23 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • Jan. 19-Feb. 23 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 20-Feb. 24 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Johnson Ranch • Jan. 20-Feb. 24 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Garden Ridge • Jan. 21-Feb. 25 | Thursdays | 6 wks Kinder Ranch • Jan. 21-Feb. 25 | Thursdays | 6 wks Cost: $75 Session B: Freiheit • Mar. 1-April 12 Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Indian Springs • Mar. 1-April 12 Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Hoffmann Lane • Mar. 2-April 13 Wednesdays | 6 wks (no class March 16) Johnson Ranch • Mar. 2-April 13 Wednesdays | 6 wks (no class March 16) Garden Ridge • Mar. 3-April 14 Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Kinder Ranch • Mar. 3-April 14 Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Cost: $75 16SP-230 (continued) KINDERCOMBO: K-5th grades Session C: Freiheit • April 19-May 17 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Indian Springs • April 19-May 17 | Tuesdays | 5 wks Hoffmann Lane • April 20-May 18 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Johnson Ranch • April 20-May 18 | Wednesdays | 5 wks Garden Ridge • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Kinder Ranch • April 21-May 19 | Thursdays | 5 wks Cost: $63 Time: 3:00-3:45 PM Instructor: Jennifer Reid “Art Time” FOR BOYS & GIRLS 16SP-231 Art Time program develops creative thinking through Art. Each class includes a warm-up exercise and an art project using a variety of materials such as soft/oil pastels, paint, foil, rice paper, watercolors, clay and much more. 6 Day Session Rebecca Creek • Jan. 21-28 | Thursday- Thursday | 6 days Startzville • Jan. 29-Feb. 5 | Friday-Friday | 6 days Rahe Bulverde • Feb. 9-18 | Tuesday-Thursday | 6 days (no class Feb. 12 or 15) Session A: Timberwood Park • Feb.12-April 1 | Fridays | 6 wks (no class March 18 or 25) Specht • Feb. 22-April 4 | Mondays | 6 wks (no class March 14) Bill Brown • Feb. 23-April 5 | Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Hoffmann Lane • Feb. 24-April 6 | Wednesdays | 6 wks (no class March 16) Indian Springs • Feb. 25-April 7 | Thursdays | 6 wks (no class March 17) Session B: Timberwood Park • April 8-May 20 | Fridays | 6 wks (no class April 22) Specht • April 11-May 16 | Mondays | 6 wks Bill Brown • April 12-May 17 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Hoffmann Lane • April 13-May 18 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • April 14-May 19 | Thursdays | 6 wks Time: 2:50-4:05 PM Instructor: Liliya Colston Cost: $79, Supply fee: $39 (paid to instructor at 1st class) www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education ART STARZ 16SP-232 Join us for a whole semester of creative FUN as we explore drawing, painting and clay sculpture. Students are taught by a professional artist and will learn basic art principles such as composition, color theory and critical thinking skills. They will paint in watercolor and acrylics; draw with pencils and soft pastels; and create a clay sculpture that will be kiln fired to last a lifetime! Each semester offers “new” lessons for continued creative FUN. All supplies are of professional quality Ages: 6-12 years Garden Ridge • Jan. 25-April 25 | Mondays | 12 wks (no class Feb. 15 or March 14) Kinder Ranch • Jan. 26-April 19 | Tuesdays | 12 wks • Jan. 27-April 20 | Wednesdays | 12 wks (no class March 16) Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Instructor: My Art Starz Cost: $135, Supply fee: $50 (paid to instructor at 1st class) ENGINEERING FUNdamentals! Ages: 7-11 16SP-233 Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, and the Battletrack! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level. Timberwood Park • Jan. 25-March 28 | Mondays | 8 wks (no class Feb. 15 or March 14) Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 22-March 11 | Fridays | 8 wks Time: 2:50-4:20 PM Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Cost: $185 NOTHING CANCELS A GOOD CLASS quicker than everyone waiting until the last minute to register. If there are not enough registrations by 2 days prior to a start date, the course will be cancelled. REGISTER EARLY ! Community Education Spring 2016 - 15 16 - Community Education Spring 2016 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SPRING CLASSES 2016 FUN FOR KIDS PRE-ENGINEERING PROJECT: Ages: 5-7 16SP-234 Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build engineerdesigned projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars, and use special pieces to create your own unique design! Explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. This is an ideal way to prepare young builders for the challenge of Engineering FUNdamentals. Garden Ridge • Jan. 19-March 8 | Tuesdays | 8 wks Time: 2:50-4:20 PM Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Cost: $185 MAD SCIENCE-TAKE A BITE OUT OF SCIENCE 16SP-235 Our approach to science is fun, hands-on, and incorporates the educational standards required by the STAAR test. We are offering an awesome five week session that will include the following topics: Mission Nutrition, Kitchen Chemistry, Energy Burst, Tantalizing Taste, and Mix It Up. Join the fun and become a junior “Mad Scientist”. Timberwood Park • Feb. 22-March 28 | Mondays | 5 wks (no class March 14) Specht • Feb. 23-March 29 | Tuesdays | 5 wks (no class March 15) Indian Springs • Feb. 24-April 6 | Wednesdays | 5 wks (no class March 9 or 16) Garden Ridge • Feb. 25-March 31 | Thursdays | 5 wks (no class March 17) Time: 2:50-4:05 PM Instructor: Mad Science Cost: $99 NOW HIRING Comal Independent School District’s School Age Child Care Needs staff to work from 2:15 to 6:15pm Monday through Friday Contact Monica Villegas DRAMA KIDS 16SP-236 Drama Kids who take our classes have tons of fun and develop important confidence-building skills that will help them personally and academically. Activities includes: Improvisations-Miniscripts-Speaking skills-Character analysis-Theater games-Creative movement. Fall semester ends with a final parent presentation. If you want your child to get a jump on achievement, enroll them today. Space is limited. Indian Springs • Jan. 25-April 25 | Mondays | 12 wks (no class Feb. 15, March 14) Time: 3-4 PM (age: 5-7) Indian Springs • Jan. 25-April 25 | Mondays | 12 wks (no class Feb. 15, March 14) Time: 4:15-5:15 PM (age: 8-12) Timberwood Park • Jan. 26-April 19 | Tuesdays | 12 wks (no class March 15) Time: 3:00-4:00 PM (age: 5-12) Kinder Ranch • Jan. 26-April 19 | Tuesdays | 12 wks (no class March 15) Time: 3:00-4:00 PM (age: 5-12) Garden Ridge • Jan. 27-April 20 | Wednesdays | 12 wks (no class March 16) Time: 3-4 PM (age: 5-7) Garden Ridge • Jan. 27-April 20 | Wednesdays | 12 wks (no class March 16) Time: 4:15-5:15 PM (age: 8-12) Startzville • Jan. 22-April 29 | Fridays | 12 wks (no class March 18, 25 or April 22) Time: 3-4 PM (age: 5-12) Instructor: Drama Kids-Sandy Detamore Cost: $156, Registration fee: $20 (paid to Drama Kids) CHEER/FLIP FLOP: Ages 5-7 16SP-237 Would you like to be a cheerleader or at least want to give it a try? Then join our Cheer/Flip Flop class and learn the fundamentals of cheers, chants, jumps, stunting and tumbling. • Feb. 6-27 | Saturdays | 4 wks Time: 11:00-11:55 AM Attire: Shorts, t-shirt and no shoes or socks Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $72 HIP HOP DANCE: Ages 6-up 16SP-238 In this 55 minute class you will work on hip hop routines and moves. • Jan. 19-Feb. 9 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 5:30-6:25 PM Attire: Shorts, fitted t-shirt and tennis shoes. Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $55 BALLET & TAP: Ages 3-5 16SP-239 Learn fun basic skills on Ballet & Tap for Girls 3-5 years old. This is a 55 minute Ballet & Tap Combo class that lasts for 4 weeks. For more information, please call (830) 606-0375. • Jan. 19-Feb. 9 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 6:30-7:25 PM Attire: Leotard, tights, ballet & tap shoes. Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $55 BALLET & TAP COMBO: Ages 6-up 16SP-240 Learn fun introductory skills on Ballet & Tap for Girls 6+ years old. This is a 55 minute Ballet & Tap Combo class that lasts for 4 weeks. For more information, please call (830) 606-0375. Student will need Ballet & tap shoes. • Jan. 21-Feb. 11 | Thursdays | 4 wks Time: 6:30-7:25 PM Attire: Leotard, tights, ballet & tap shoes. Place: J&R Gymnastics 1437 S. Walnut New Braunfels, TX Cost: $55 LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS 16SP-241 Drawing is the fundamental skill of the visual arts that can be learned by all children. Young Rembrandts teaches the skills children need while developing learning skills that give children an academic advantage. This program offers innovative guided instruction, topics that kids love and relate to, and instructors that know how to reach this group. Hands-on, visual and fun! Session A: Johnson Ranch • Jan. 11-Feb. 29 | Mondays | 6 wks (no class Jan. 18 or Feb. 15) Mountain Valley ES • Jan. 12-Feb. 16 | Tuesdays | 6 weeks Arlon Seay • Jan. 13-Feb. 17 | Wednesdays | 6 wks (830) 221-2667 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education 16SP-241 (continued) LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS Session B: Johnson Ranch • March 7-April 18 | Mondays | 6 wks (no class March 14) Mountain Valley ES • Feb. 23-April 5 | Tuesdays | 6 wks (no class March 15) Arlon Seay • Feb. 24-April 6 | Wednesdays | 6 wks (no class March 16) Session C: Johnson Ranch • April 25-May 16 | Mondays | 4 wks (cost: $48) Mountain Valley ES • April 12-May 17 | Tuesdays | 6 wks Arlon Seay • April 20-May 18 | Wednesdays | 5 wks (cost $60) Time: 3:00-4:00 PM Instructor: Graciela Portilla Cost: $72 ALL STAR CHEER & TUMBLING 16SP-242 Each season brings new: cheers/chants, jumps, basic tumbling & high energy dances! Children learn the importance of teamwork, positive attitude, energy and hard work! Class “pep rally” at the end of the season and UNIFORM ATTIRE IS INCLUDED (matching t-shirt, shorts, socks & bow) Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 25-May 16 | Mondays | 15 wks (no class Feb. 15 or March 14) Clear Spring • Jan. 22-May 20 | Fridays | 15 wks (no class March 18, 25, April 22) Time: 2:45-3:45PM Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Cost: $235 (includes uniform) DANCING STARS BALLET & CREATIVE DANCE 16SP-243 Your Dancing Star will have TUTU much fun learning proper technique and French terminology; while developing muscle strength, flexibility, grace, and selfconfidence. Dancers have an opportunity to “choreograph” some of their movements and perform in our SHOWCASE OF SKILLS on the last day of class. Tuition includes Seasonal Uniform: Leotard, Tights and Ballet Shoes! Hoffmann Lane • Jan. 22-May 20 | Fridays | 15 wks (no class March 18, March 25, April 22) Clear Spring • Jan. 25-May 16 | Mondays | 15 wks (no class Feb. 15 or March 14) Time: 2:45-3:45PM Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Cost: $240 (includes uniform) CHRISTINA’S PIANO STUDIO 16SP-244 Beginner’s group piano or individual lessons. Beginning at age 7 and up. Blast off with Piano, children will learn to count, read and play their piano music! • Feb. 16-March 8 | Tuesdays | 4 wks Time: 7:00-7:45 PM • Feb. 18-March 10 | Thursdays | 4 wks Place: Christina’s Piano Studio 1423 Canyon Edge, Canyon Lake Cost: $75 KidzArt 16SP-245 KidzArt promotes problem solving, enhances learning, builds self-confidence, and celebrates individual style. This innovative educational program for preschool through high school students also sets the stage for a lifelong appreciation of the arts and a lifetime of creativity. Session A: Clear Spring • Feb. 11-March 24 | 6 wks Session B: Clear Spring • March 31-May 5 | 6 wks Cost: $60 Session C: Pay for all 12 weeks Cost: $120 Instructor: Amy Miller PIANO FOR EVERYONE 16SP-246 Piano for Everyone classes are personalized and customized to each student’s needs and pace. We teach students as young as 5 years old that already know the alphabet. We also teach teenagers eager to develop their talent and adults willing to start or continue their learning process. We follow the student’s preference on music and encourage to achieve higher levels of performance. Students will learn how to read the notes and read music sheets so they can play. Comprehensive piano education includes: Learning to play piano, Theory and History of Music. Keyboards provided. Session A: Timberwood Park • Jan. 27-March 2 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • Jan. 28-March 3 | Thursdays | 6 wks Session B: Timberwood Park • March 23-April 27 | Wednesdays | 6 wks Indian Springs • March 24-April 28 | Thursdays | 6 wks Time: 3:00-3:30 PM Instructor: Arkadiy Grinman Cost: $ 150 Community Education Spring 2016 - 17 CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SUMMER CLASSES 2016 SEWING/ Q U I LT I N G QUILTING BEGINNERS 16SU-100 This beginner quilting class will cover basic quilting methods, fabric selection, rotary cutting, machine piecing and finishing methods. See the class quilt sample at The Quilt Haus, and bring your enrollment receipt in to receive your supply list. Class discount on supplies. Sewing machine is required and homework is involved. • June 13, 15, 17 Monday/Wednesday/Friday | 3 classes Place: The Quilt Haus 830-620-1392 651 N Business 35, Market Place Instructor: Shirley Ginn Cost: $110 SWIMMING LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION CLASSES 16SU-115 Want to become a certified lifeguard? Watch our website for upcoming dates. SWIMMING LESSONS 16SU-116 Level 1: Helps students feel comfortable in the water. Ages 3 and up Enter and exit water safely * Submerge mouth, nose and eyes * Exhale underwater through the mouth and nose. Open eyes underwater * Pick up submerged object * and more! Watch our website for dates and time. Cost: $50 Level 2: Gives students success with fundamental skills. Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side * Exit water safely using ladder or side * Submerge entire head * Blow bubbles submerging head in a rhythmic pattern (bobbing) * Open eyes underwater * Pick up a submerged object in shallow water * Float on front and back * And more. Watch our website for dates and time. Cost: $50 WATER AEROBICS 16SU-117 Water Aerobics is a fitness workout that incorporates a lot of fun into a full body workout. Classes are taught in shallow water by an instructor that will help you improve your agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming ability is required. Watch our website for dates and time. Cost: $50 EXERCISE & SPORTS CHALLENGER SPORTS’ BRITISH SOCCER CAMP 16SU-110 Challenger Sports’ British Soccer Camp is the most popular soccer camp in thecountry. Hundreds of Challenger Coaches each year have helped the company develop one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the U.S. Our experienced staff study the game at all levels and we have identified the key techniques and skills that your players need to work on and master to reach their true potential. Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages and a daily World Cup tournament. Watch for flyers with dates & schools! HILL COUNTRY KARATE (Youth & Adult sessions) 16SU-111 Karate improves self-discipline, coordination, self-respect, and self-confidence. A white martial arts uniform with elastic waistband is required and may be purchased at class for $35. Registration and payment are accepted during the first two weeks of class. We offer family discounts for three or more! For more information contact: Nick or Angel Smith, Co-Directors, at 830-629-6686. • June 14-Aug. 16 | Tuesdays | 10 wks Arlon Seay Elementary Gym 6:30-8:45 PM Freiheit Elementary Gym 6:30-8:30 PM • June 15-Aug. 17 | Wednesdays | 10 wks Garden Ridge Elementary Gym 6:30-8:30 PM • June 16-Aug. 18 | Thursdays | 10 wks Hoffmann Lane Elementary Gym 6:00-8:00 PM Timberwood Park Elementary Gym 6:30-8:45 PM Time: Junior First Hour Adult Class Second Hour Cost: $60 FRIDAY NITE LIVE! Kidz Club KIDS NIGHT OUT! PARENTS NIGHT OFF! GRADES K - 5TH (See promo on page 15) 18 - Community Education Summer 2016 FUN FOR KIDS ACTION POTENTIAL LEARNING: LittleBit Inventors-Grade 2-5 16SU-122 Build a unique robot, create a musical instrument, or power crazy creations with light, sound, or touch. Using Littlebits(TM) electronic components, Lego ® pieces, and assorted craftmaterials, students will build unique inventions focused on a daily design challenge. This class explores simple circuitry and engaging engineering, while promoting the fun of inventing and building. Garden Ridge • June 6-9 | Monday-Thursday Johnson Ranch • June 13-16 | Monday-Thursday Time: 9:00-12:00 PM Instructor: Action Potential Learning Cost: $135 ACTION POTENTIAL LEARNING: Rube Goldberg Inventors-Grades 2-5 16SU-123 Students will build simple machines from wood, cups, marbles, dominoes, balloons, and many other household items to work together to solve problems. They will combine these household items with real circuitry projects built from scratch, like a touch sensor, to create multi- processes and solve a problem. In this camp, students will learn the principles behind many physics, engineering, and mathematical concepts and make their unique contraptions come to life. Timberwood Park • July 18-21 | Monday-Thursday Specht • July 18-21 | Monday-Thursday Arlon Seay • July 25-28 | Monday-Thursday Time: 9:00-12:00 PM Instructor: Action Potential Learning Cost: $135 ACTION POTENTIAL LEARNING: Toy & Game Engineering-Grades 3-5 16SU-124 Students will learn to build circuits containing motors, sensors, LEDs and more to build toys and games you may see in a store or fair. In each class, students will explore principles of breadboard design, circuitry, and engineering to create toys and games from buzzbots to music boxes. Projects go home at the end of the camp so the learning can continue at home! Hoffmann Lane • June 20-23 | Monday-Thursday Johnson Ranch • June 20-23 | Monday-Thursday Arlon Seay • July 11-14 | Monday-Thursday Time: 9:00-12:00 PM Instructor: Action Potential Learning Cost: $135 ART STARZ – PAINT A MASTERPIECE 16SU-125 Join us for one of our sizzling summer camps! Camps offer a variety of media such as: blending & mixing colors as kids will paint with acrylics on canvas, dropping “jewels” of color into water for an amazing watercolor lesson, drawing with pencils and chalk pastels as well as having some cartooning FUN!! Their “Gallery Of Art” will be worth seeing at the end of the week!! A light snack will be provided each day. Garden Ridge • June 13-17 | Monday-Friday Timberwood Park • June 13-17 | Monday-Friday Hoffmann Lane • June 27-July 1 | Monday-Friday Johnson Ranch • July 18-July 22 | Monday-Friday Specht • July 25-July 29 | Monday-Friday Time: 12:30-3:00 PM Instructor: My Art Starz Cost: $99, Supply Fee: $20 (paid to instructor at 1st class) LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS Ages 6-12 ANIME AND MANGA WORKSHOP 16SU-126 Join us for five, action-packed days as Young Rembrandts hosts a wonderful Anime and Manga Drawing Workshop. Our students will create dazzling illustrations that are influenced by popular Japanese anime and manga themes. Colorful characters with expressive personalities jump off of the page. Our students will be delighted as we create drawings that emulate the popular anime and manga art styles. Hoffmann Lane & Arlon Seay • June 13-17 | Monday-Friday Instructor: Graciela Portilla Time: 1:30-4:00 PM Cost: $95, Supply fee: $12 (paid to instructor at 1st class) Register Early So Classes Will Not Be CANCELLED Contact Charlotte Muniz (830) 221-2177 LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS: JUNIOR DOWN ON THE FARM WORKSHOP 16SU-127 We will explore a farm and all the elements that are seen on a farm, including a barn and a tractor, among others. In addition, we will learn to draw a variety of animals that live and play on our farm. On the last day we will combine all the pieces we learned previously into one large farm scene - full of fun! We will use pencils, markers and color pencils to complete our drawings. There will be crafts and games too! Hoffmann Lane & Arlon Seay • June 20-24 | Monday-Friday Instructor: Graciela Portilla Time: 1:30-4:00 PM Cost: $95, Supply fee: $12 (paid to instructor at 1st class) LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS ANIMALS OF AFRICA (Ages 6-12) 16SU-128 Young Rembrandts’ students will find themselves captivated by exotic African beasts. Our “Animals of Africa” Pastel Drawing Workshop offers a challenging 3 day course. Our students will learn about some of Africa’s most majestic animals as they illustrate them using pastel chalks. An antelope showcased within a me ́lange of patterns, a stylized zebra with a creative color palette and a regal lion are a few of the beasts to be explored this summer! No experience is necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock to each day of class. Hoffmann Lane & Arlon Seay • June 27-July 1 | Monday-Friday Instructor: Graciela Portilla Time: 1:30-4:00 PM Cost: $95, Supply fee: $12 (paid to instructor at 1st class) LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS COLORFUL CRITTERS (Ages 6-12) 16SU-129 Animal lovers rejoice; an all new - all pastel workshop is here! Students will learn pastel drawing and texturing techniques to illustrate whimsical bees, a fanciful army of frogs, a striking owl and more artistic critters filled with detail. Challenge your creative kids by introducing them to the world of pastels. Timberwood Park & Freiheit • Aug. 1-5 | Monday-Friday Instructor: Graciela Portilla Time: 1:30-4:00 PM Cost: $95, Supply fee: $12 (paid to instructor at 1st class) www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SUMMER CLASSES 2016 FUN FOR KIDS LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS: JUNIOR PRINCESS WORKSHOP (Ages 4-6) 16SU-130 In this workshop we will learn to draw ourselves in “glamour” wear, including purses, crowns and jewelry. Also, we will draw simple faces with crowns and hats. Step-by-step Young Rembrandts drawing techniques will insure our success! Pencils, color pencils, markers and Sharpies™ will be used. Crafts and games are provided. Timberwood Park • July 11-15 | Monday-Friday Freiheit • July 11-15 | Monday-Friday Instructor: Graciela Portilla Time: 1:30-4:00 PM Cost: $95, Supply fee: $12 (paid to instructor at 1st class) LEARN TO DRAW WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS PATTERN AND DESIGN (Ages 6-12) 16SU-131 We begin our world tour in Mexico as we draw several welcoming, colorful doorways. Next, we journey to Africa and explore the design intricacies of African crafts. We’ll move on to design Paisley patterns, an ancient design. Then, Asian paper lanterns will shed light on the Far Eastern design styles. Our travels end in Russia as we illustrate a mainstay of Russian architecture-the onion dome. These classes will be messy fun, so dress appropriately. Timberwood Park & Freiheit • July 18-22 | Monday-Friday Instructor: Graciela Portilla Time: 1:30-4:00 PM Cost: $95, Supply fee: $12 (paid to instructor at 1st class) GOLF IN SCHOOLS - Swing into Summer 16SU-132 This is a terrific way for kids to receive in-depth training in golf swing fundamentals, rules and etiquette of the game, as well as critical life-skills such as teamwork, goalsetting and striving for their personal best. Our high-energy and up-beat camps serve as a great introduction to new players or are a great opportunity to enhance the skills of students who have played the game. Garden Ridge • June 13-16 | Monday-Thursday Timberwood Park • June 20-23 | Monday-Thursday Johnson Ranch • June 27-30 | Monday-Thursday Arlon Seay • July 11-14 | Monday-Thursday Time: 1:00-4:00 PM Instructor: Golf in Schools Cost: $110 WOW-BRICKS 1 - LEGO® Engineering Gears, Gadgets & Gizmos! Grades-Pre-K, K, & 1st (Ages 4-7) 16SU-133 Students will explore simple machines as they solve engineering problems for our Lego friends Sam and Sara. Students will encounter numerous challenges and learn to use the Engineering Design Process to get to a solution that works! They will also enjoy the rich story life of Sam and Sara in their daily lessons which encourage imagination, social skills and friendship. Students will experience pulleys, levers, gears, wheels and axlesall the while exploring energy, buoyancy and balance. Some of the projects include: Pirate Ship, See-Saw, Crocodile Bridge, Airplane, Race Car, Spinning Top, Pinwheels, Hockey Player, Robot, and Sam’s Puppy dog. Timberwood Park • June 20-23 Monday-Thursday | 9:00-12:00 PM Johnson Ranch • June 27-30 Monday-Thursday | 9:00-12:00 PM Instructor: The Whole Child Learning Company. Cost: $125 WOW-BRICKS 2 (LEGO® S.T.E.M.): Crazy Contraptions & Chain Reactions! Grades 2-5 (Ages 7-12) 16SU-134 Students will do individual computer work using special software that is designed to teach engineering and physics concepts in a virtual “Mad Scientist” Lab. Each new problem gets progressively more challenging. Using the Engineering Design Process, we will also create Crazy Contraptions that only a kid can imagine such as: The “Wall Rocket Racer”, The “Annoy-o-matic”, the “Skittle Zip line”, the “Tennessee Time Killer” and many more. Lego bricks and other materials will be used as students will learn how to set up “chain reactions” and identify the principles at work. Timberwood Park • June 20-23 Monday-Thursday | 1:00-4:00 PM Johnson Ranch • June 27-30 Monday-Thursday | 1:00-4:00 PM Instructor: The Whole Child Learning Company. Cost: $125 WOW FROZEN S.T.E.A.M. Grades K-5 (Ages 5 - 12) 16SU-135 We will make a variety of art projects that teach scientific ideas. Concepts include: Coding, molecular structure, freezing point, absorption / dissolving liquids, states of matter/ making frost and ice, temperature / insulation / body heat, polymers / chemistry, engineering / design, mathematics (statistics and estimation), potential / kinetic energy, chemical reactions, crystal formation, snowflake symmetry, artistic design. Timberwood Park • July 25-28 Monday-Thursday | 9:00-12:00 PM Johnson Ranch • Aug. 1-4 Monday-Thursday | 9:00-12:00 PM Instructor: The Whole Child Learning Company Cost: $125 WOW- ARTE’ EN ESPANOL! Spanish culture & Art-Grades 1-5 16SU-136 Students, age 6-12, will gain a new appreciation for Spanish and Mexican Culture while crafting traditional Art. The creations include: Mexican Folk Art, Papel Picado, Fiesta Flowers, Cascarones, Paper Molas, Huichol Indian Bead-work, Guatemalan Animal Carvings, and Talavera Tiles. Students will also be given some instruction in drawing so they can create their own Folk Art. With Mexican food snacks thrown in, and daily take home projects. Timberwood Park • July 25-28 Monday-Thursday | 1:00-4:00 PM Johnson Ranch • Aug. 1-4 Monday-Thursday | 1:00-4:00 PM Instructor: The Whole Child Learning Company Cost: $125 Art & Science 16SU-137 Each day students will explore, manipulate and discover art & science through fascinating games, experiments, and art projects. There will be five finished art projects to take home: a T-Shirt, painting; sculpture; slime and glow-in-the dark project. Watch for summer flyer for schools and times Instructor: Liliya Colston Cost: $99, Supply fee: $49 (paid to instructor at 1st class) JOIN OUR TEAM Are you interested in a certain topic? Are you interested in teaching a Community Ed class? We are looking for new instructors that would like to bring new classes to our community. We have classes for all ages. If you have suggestions, please contact: Charlotte Muniz (830) 221-2177 or email [email protected] www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education CAMP INVENTION 16SU-138 Camp Invention is an exciting, week-long adventure that’s all about big ideas. Led by educators, students build prototypes and inventions while seeking innovative solutions to real-world problems as they rotate through four modules that reinvent summer fun. The all-new Camp Invention Epic™ program features: Crickobot™ where students explore circuitry as they make a robotic, solar-powered cricket. I Can Invent: Maker Studio™ where students reverse engineer machines and develop their own inventions. In The Lab: Where Pigs Fly and Anything is Possible™, students will test more than one dozen experiments in the Camp Invention Laboratories. Epic Park™ participants design eco-adventures and green energy for an island-based theme park. Early and alumni registration discounts are available at www.campinvention.org Watch for flyers for school dates. Time: 9:00-3:30PM Instructor: Michelle Grell Log onto www.campinvention.org for pricing. SUPERHERO MASTERS ENGINEERING using LEGO® - Ages 7-12 16SU-139 LEGO® Super Heroes need your help to defeat the destructive forces of evil archvillains as they threaten LEGOpolis! Explore the tools and techniques of your favorite caped crusaders and learn what makes them not only Super Heroes, but super engineers. An engineering curriculum designed by Play-Well challenges heroes to design, build, and save a city where ingenuity and imagination can solve any conflict. Hoffmann Lane • June 13-17 | Monday-Friday Time: 1:00-4:00 PM Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Cost: $130 SUPERHERO ENGINEERING using LEGO® (Ages 5-6) 16SU-140 Save the world with LEGO® Super Heroes! Build the hideouts and vehicles of your favorite caped crusaders and learn what makes them not only Super Heroes, but Super Hero Engineers! An experienced Play-Well instructor guides young heroes as they design, build, and save a city where ingenuity and imagination can solve any conflict. Hoffmann Lane • June 13-17 | Monday-Friday Time: 9:00-12:00 PM Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Cost: $130 PRE-ENGINEERING: MINE CRAFT BUILD (Ages 5-6) 16SU-141 Using tens of thousands of LEGO®, build engineer-designed projects such as a motorized Creeper, a portal to the Nether, and a moving Minecart! Create your favorite Minecraft objects with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. Whether you are new to Minecraft and LEGO® or a seasoned veteran. Hoffmann Lane • July 25-29 | Monday-Friday Time: 9:00AM-12:00 PM Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Cost: $130 ENGINEERING FUNdamentals: MINE CRAFT BUILD - Ages 7-12 16SU-142 Bring Minecraft to life using tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build engineerdesigned projects such as a motorized Creeper, a portal to the Nether, and a moving Minecart! Create your favorite Minecraft objects with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. Whether you are new to Minecraft and LEGO or a seasoned veteran, you’ll be hooked on the endless creative possibilities Hoffmann Lane • July 25-29 | Monday-Friday Time:1:00-4:00 PM Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Cost: $130 SUMMER SITES IN TOWN: • FREIHEIT • GARDEN RIDGE • HOFFMANN LANE HILL COUNTRY: • ARLON SEAY • JOHNSON RANCH • SPECHT • TIMBERWOOD PARK Community Education Summer 2016 - 19 CISD COMMUNITY EDUCATION - SUMMER CLASSES 2016 FUN FOR KIDS ALL STAR CHEER & TUMBLING 16SU-143 Your “ALL STAR” will FLIP for this non-competitive cheer and tumbling program! Class fundamentals include: cheers/chants, jumps, basic tumbling & high energy spirit dances! Children will learn the importance of teamwork, positive attitude, energy and hard work! Don’t forget that all of our Cheerleaders will perform for family & friends in our “PEP RALLY” held the last class day! Hoffmann Lane • June 14-Aug 9 | Tuesdays | 8 wks (no class July 7) Time: 2:45-3:45PM Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Cost: $115 - Includes Cheer Merchandise Package: t-shirt, shorts, hair bow ALL STAR SPORTS 16SU-144 Our Star Athlete’s will develop talent in a VARIETY of sports. In JUNE we’ll focus on individual sports, in JULY we’ll take a break with some fun recreational sports and in AUGUST we’ll gear up for the schoolyear with team sports! All Star Sports program teaches skills/drills designed to build sportsmanship, teamwork & confidence. Summer tuition includes t-shirt! Hoffmann Lane • June 16-Aug. 11 | Thursdays | 8 wks (no class July 7) Time: 2:45-3:45PM Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Cost: $90 - includes T-shirt BASKETBALL (TOT-Teams of Tomorrow) 16SU-145 Students learn fancy dribbling and ball handling skills, plus challenging ball handling routines during our 2 week camp TOT Basketball Program. No sitting on the bench in TOT; everyone has their own ball and there is 100% participation! Tiny TOT: K-1 grade Hoffmann Lane and Garden Ridge • June 13-June 23 Monday-Thursday | 2 wks Time: 9:00-10:00 AM Basic TOT: 2nd-5th Hoffmann Lane • June 13-June 23 Monday-Thursday | 2 wks Garden Ridge • June 13-June 23 Monday-Thursday | 2 wks Time: 10:00-11:00 AM Instructor: Dana Elliot Cost: $90 DRAMA KIDS-SUPER HERO 16SU-146 Have you ever wanted to be a super hero? Join us for a week full of surprises, as we help you create and find your own super hero powers! Camp is a unique combination of creative and entertaining theater activities such as silent scenes, improvisation, dialogue development, and theater games while we learn what it takes to be a super hero. Students will perform a presentation at the end of the week for family and friends. Specht • June 13-17 | Monday-Friday Arlon Seay • June 20-24 | Monday-Friday Timberwood Park • July 11-15 | Monday-Friday Johnson Ranch • July 18-22 | Monday-Friday Time: 9:00-1:00 PM Instructor: Sandy Detamore Cost: $150, Supply Fee: $20 (Paid to instructor at 1st class) SPORTS FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS YOUTH CAMP 16SU-147 Camps are designed to provide elementary aged participants a solid foundation to fundamentals of safe and effective techniques to improve strength, speed, agility, flexibility, balance, cardiorespiratory endurance and core strength. Of course camp wouldn’t be camp without a little time for organized relays and fun. Camp fee includes camp t-shirt and awesome sports performance training instruction appropriate for age and ability level. Timberwood Park • June 13-16 | Monday-Thursday Specht • June 20-23 | Monday-Thursday Johnson Ranch • June 27-30 | Monday-Thursday Hoffmann Lane • July 11-14 | Monday-Thursday Arlon Seay • July 18-21 | Monday-Thursday Timberwood Park • July 25-28 | Monday-Thursday Specht • Aug. 1-4 | Monday-Thursday Johnson Ranch • Aug. 8-11 | Monday-Thursday Time: 8:30-11:30 AM Instructor: Coach Jimmy Gonzales Cost: $120 Classes offered through CISD & NBISD are open to everyone. You do not have to be in that district to take a class. REGISTER TODAY! 20 - Community Education Summer 2016 ATHLETES GLOBAL BASKETBALL & SPEED CAMP 16SU-148 Our summer basketball and speed training camps will focus on shooting mechanics, one on one defense, scoring, ball handling, passing, mental preparation, nutrition, conditioning, speed, agility training and much more. A key objective in our camps is to ensure that every athlete is challenged in an intense and fun atmosphere that will enable them to increase their basketball skills, maximize their performance and achieve peak condition. • June 13-17 | Monday-Friday Place: Timberwood Park Place: Arlon Seay Place: Freiheit Half Day Camp 9:00-12:00 PM, Cost: $100 Full Day Camp: 9:00-3:00 PM, Cost: $150 Instructor: Athletes Global ATHLETES GLOBAL FLAG FOOTBALL & SPEED CAMP 16SU-150 Our summer camp is designed specifically to teach proper techniques and fundamentals of football to all athletes. This is a non-contact camp, emphasizing running, receiving, throwing, kicking and blocking and the proper tackling technique. We will sports performance training that will help increase their agility, hand & eye coordination, lateral movement and much more. • June 27-July 1 | Monday-Friday Place: Timberwood Park Place: Garden Ridge Place: Specht Place: Hoffmann Lane Half Day Camp: 9:00-12:00 PM, Cost: $100 Full Day Camp: 9:00-3:00 PM, Cost: $150 Instructor: Athletes Global ATHLETES GLOBAL SOCCER & SPEED CAMP 16SU-149 Our summer camp is designed for players who want to develop the fundamental skills of playing soccer. Our coaches use fun games, drills, functional training and competitions. These drills incorporate skill development, live game play to improve the technical, tactical, and cerebral aspects of the game for each player. Our goal is to create an environment that promotes soccer confidence, enjoyment and good sportsmanship. • June 20-24 | Monday-Friday Place: Johnson Ranch Place: Arlon Seay Place: Freiheit Place: Hoffmann Lane Half Day Camp: 9:00-12:00 PM, Cost: $100 Full Day Camp: 9:00-3:00 PM, Cost: $150 Instructor: Athletes Global ATHLETES GLOBAL MULTISPORT & SPEED CAMP 16SU-151 Our Multi-Sports camp is designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports such as basketball, soccer, flag football, sports performance training and much more. Athletes will learn the fundamentals and rules for each sport through drills, skill-based games and scrimmages. Campers will get a feel for the flow of each game, and the skills and athleticism typical to that sport. • July 11-15 | Monday-Friday Place: Johnson Ranch Place: Garden Ridge Place: Freiheit Half Day Camp: 9:00-12:00 PM, Cost: $100 Full Day Camp: 9:00-3:00 PM, Cost: $150 Instructor: Athletes Global SCAN ME! Use your smart phone to scan the following QR code to view Comal ISD Community Education Classes online. ATHLETES GLOBAL DIGITAL & COLLAGE ARTS CAMP 16SU-152 Kids ages 6-11 will explore creating art with their hands and the computer! Students will work individually and collaboratively. Our daily art activities will include traditional media like painting, drawing, and computer art using software like Adobe Photoshop for collage and simple animation. • July 18-22 | Monday-Friday Place: Johnson Ranch Place: Timberwood Park Place: Hoffmann Lane Half Day Camp Time: 9:00-12:00 PM Instructor: Athletes Global Cost: $115 ATHLETES GLOBAL CHEER & HIP HOP FITNESS DANCE 16SU-153 Our Cheer and Hip Hop camp focuses on fun cheers and modern hip hop movements. Our hip hop camp will focus on rhythm and musicality, count music and dance with a team. Different styles of hip-hop dance will be combined with fun choreography. Our cheer camp will teach various dance and cheer combinations, basic stunts, and fun choreography. Along with these skills, participants will build teamwork, confidence and leadership skills. • July 25-29 | Monday-Friday Place: Johnson Ranch Place: Specht Place: Garden Ranch Half Day Camp: 9:00-12:00 PM, Cost: $100 Full Day Camp: 9:00-3:00 PM, Cost: $150 Instructor: Athletes Global ATHLETES GLOBAL ELITE SPORTS PERFORMACES 16SU-154 Our sports performance camp will focus on mental preparation, speed, agility, strength, fitness and conditioning training. A key objective in our camp is to ensure that every athlete is challenged in an intense and fun atmosphere that will enable them to learn about nutrition, maximize their performance and achieve peak condition. • August 1-5 | Monday-Friday Place: Arlon Seay Place: Timberwood Park Time: 10:00-12:00 PM Instructor: Athletes Global Cost: $100 www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education www.comalisd.org/pages/Comal_ISD/Community/Community_Education Community Education Spring 2016 - 21 CISD REGISTRATION FORM REGISTRATION IS EASY! 1. Please make sure you send your registration information to Comal ISD. REGISTER IN PERSON: 2. Select the Spring 2016 classes or workshops you would like to attend. 3. Print the title and number on the registration form below. Check or Money Order Visit the Community Education Office Monday through Thursday | 8am – 4:30pm 1404 IH 35 North, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Mail registration form with check or money order to: CISD Community Education 1404 IH 35 North New Braunfels, TX 78130 REGISTER BY MAIL: Check or Money Order Use the registration form on this page. Mail to Community Education 1404 IH 35 North, New Braunfels, TX 78130 NAME: ________________________________________________ To register and pay online by credit card log onto: http://comalisd.revtrak.net Tuition Charges: All fees are payable in advance. Classes are self-supporting with fees financing ADDRESS:______________________________________________ CITY:__________________________________________________ and sustaining programs. Some classes have a supply fee which is payable to the instructor ZIP:____________________________________________________ at the first class. Late Registration: Students may register at the first class if space is available and the class PHONE #: (Work)_________________ (Home)__________________ has not been cancelled. Confirmation:You will only be contacted if a class is cancelled or already filled when you Email:__________________________________________________ registration is received. We encourage you to call prior to your class meeting date to confirm. In and for consideration of my participation in this program, I hereby agree and promise that Cancellations: Some classes have minimum and/or maximum enrollment limits. we will not hold Comal ISD, its employees, or any instructors responsible for any loss, damRegister early to avoid disappointment as classes will be cancelled for lack of registration. age, or personal injuries that I may receive as a result of participation. Registrants will be notified if a class has been cancelled. Classes cancelled by Community authorize the release of name and picture to CISD Community Ed Brochure and/or news media. Education will result in refund by mail. Students have option to cancel before second class begins IYes______________No__________ to receive refund unless class only has one session. Refund Policy: We are happy to refund tuition, less $5 processing fee, when you cancel your class Signature of Participant or Parent/Guardian: two full working days prior to the first class meeting. If request for refund is made less than two __________________________________________________ full working days prior to the first class, one-half refund will be made. We are unable to refund any tuition money after the first class. Request for refund must be made by calling (830) 221-2177 Course No. Course Name Tuition Total COMAL ISD HOLIDAYS Classes held at schools will not meet January 18 - MLK | February 15 - Mid-Winter Break March 14-18 - Spring Break April 22 - Student/Staff Holiday March 25 - Good Friday | May 30 - Memorial Day 1. 2. 3. Make Checks Payable to: CISD Community Education Community Education is published in partnership with Comal Independent School District’s Community Education Department. The Bi-Annual publication, which focuses on community education in Comal ISD, is designed to increase communication between district schools and parents. The opinions, statements and claims expressed in this newspaper are not necessarily those of the district or its officials. Comal Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, or disability in providing education services, activities or programs. It is the intent and policy of this district to conduct its activities in compliance with all Federal and State laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin or disability. Community Education in Comal Independent School District is published Bi-Annually, September and January, and is available FREE to the students, parents and residents in the Comal Independent School District. Additional copies are available in school offices and various locations throughout the communities. All creative concepts, designs, and layout are the sole property of Silver Spoon Marketing and may not be reproduced in any other publication without prior approval Community Education Staff Charlotte Muniz Project Manager (830) 221-2177 Email: [email protected] Roy Quintanilla Senior Associate (830) 221-2116 [email protected] Lori Montelongo Director (830) 221-2132 [email protected] Silver Spoon Marketing Bill Holland [email protected]