WESTLAKE CITY SCHOOLS COMMUNITY EDUCATION CATALOG

WINTER/SPRING 2017

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Adult Community Education Winter/Spring 2017 Adult Computer Classes and more Intro to Microsoft Word This class is a must if you would like to utilize your computer for more than sending simple emails and browsing the web. Basic word processing skills will make it easier for you to utilize other programs. Learn to change the look and alignment of text, change margins, save files, create tables (no more tabs) insert images and more. Tuesday, January 10 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration Word II In this class you will insert and edit columns, use Word Art and the draw tool bar, create text boxes, use bullets and numbering and create mailing labels. Tuesday, January 17 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

effectively using these tools to connect with family, reunite with friends, and reach customers and potential customers in new and dynamic ways. In this course, you will learn how to create your own social networking accounts, how to use the tools and applications these sites offer and how to safely and securely build you social networking presence. Tuesday, February 14 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

Intro to Excel Spreadsheets can be used for many projects both at home and in the office! In this class you will: create an address book, a budget and other useful forms, create charts, create formulas, sort data, and edit cells and text along with inserting and resizing columns Tuesday, January 24 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration – Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

Creating your Own Blog Blogs have become an instrumental portion of both the social and professional landscape. Learn how to create a blog, chose a blog platform, domain name and design. There are countless fun possibilities. Use your new blog to stay in touch with loved ones or to keep business, social and club associates up to date. Tuesday, February 21 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

Excel II Learn to work with more formulas, change text attributes, copy/move info to other cells, insert/delete and name sheets, insert information from a list or document into separate columns, etc. Tuesday, January 31 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

Utilizing Google and its Many Tools Learn the ins and outs of Google and all its various tools. You will learn how to utilize Gmail, Google Docs, a nd learn how to take advantage of Google for shopping, directions and many other valuable tools. Tuesday, February 28 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

Presentations Power Point is a versatile and fun program for both home and business users. This class will cover how to create a multi-animated slide show with images, sound, graphs and multiple backgrounds. Slide shows can be used to create picture albums with text, sound and narration, as well as a vehicle to present products, or serve as a visual aid during a presentation. Tuesday, February 7 - 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

Introduction to eBay & Craigslist In this demonstration course you will learn how to safely and securely buy and sell on two of the most popular sites on the web. Sell your unwanted stuff while making money to purchase new treasures. During this class you will need to log into your email account as well as have an established Pay Pal account. If you need assistance setting up a Pay Pal account it will be provided. Tuesday, March 7- 4:30-6:00 P.M. $20.00/single registration Bring a friend for an additional $10.00 $25.00/nonresident single registration

Connecting with Family & Friends with Social Media Social Media is not the domain of kids anymore! Adults are

Introduction to Yoga Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years to encourage

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Adult Community Education Winter/Spring 2017 the mind-body-spirit connection. Decompress from your busy week in order to begin the weekend refreshed by attending this Vinyasa (flow) Yoga class. Open to all experience levels. Weekly classes will be structured around your goals and interests and will include asana (poses), pranayama (breath exercises), strength-building, balance, mind-body exercises, stress-relief, and meditation. Practice will be conducted in a safe, non-competitive, judgment-free atmosphere. Mats will

be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Exercise attire and water bottle recommended. Find out why yoga has been around for 5,000 years and continues to gain popularity by attending this weekly session. Fridays at Parkside - 4:00-5:00 P.M. 8-week class: 1/27, 2/03, 2/10. 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 3/17 $55.00 Westlake Staff/$65.00 Westlake Residents/ $75.00 Non Residents

Sponsorship Opportunities! The Westlake City Schools publishes the Project Link Community Education Catalogs twice annually. The catalogs are mailed to all Westlake households and displayed prominently throughout the community. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact the Project Link office via telephone or email to receive a marketing brochure.

Student Enrichment Winter/Spring 2017 Dreamin’ Demons Youth Cheerleading Participants will be introduced to Westlake and Lee Burneson cheerleading, learning basic Westlake chants and cheers. While learning proper form and technique – jumps, motion placement, dance moves, transitions, formations and beginning tumbling. Class will be taught by WHS cheerleading coaches. All students receive a t-shirt and the sessions culminate with a public performance at a WHS basketball game. Please contact the Project Link office at 440-835-6306 with inquiries or for further information. Registration is limited and will be accepted on a first come basis. Grades K-3 at Dover Int.: 6:30-7:30 P.M. - 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 1/30 and 2/1 – performance on Friday, 2/3 at WHS JV Basketball Game. Grades 4-6 at Dover Int.: 6:30-7:30 P.M. – 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8 and 3/15 – performance on Friday, 3/17 at WHS Dollars for Scholars Game. Residents: $70.00/Nonresidents $80.00 Lifetime Karate Lifetime Karate has practiced the Korean Martial Art, Tae Kwon Do on the west side of Cleveland for over the past 27 years. We have honed and designed our program as a non-violent art system that may be practiced for the rest of your life; a lifetime. It is physical, mental and philosophical in discipline. Physically students will develop coordination and a strong body. Mentally students will build self-confidence, self-control and perseverance. Philosophically students will learn respect, humility, integrity and courtesy. All aspects of the five tents of Tae Kwon Do. This program is offered for all ages beginning at 7 to adult. Classes are offered on Wednesday evenings or Saturday afternoons in 6-week sessions. Wednesday Sessions: Dover Elementary School 1/4-2/8 and 2/15-3/22 White Belts: 6:30 P.M.-7:15 P.M. $40.00 Residents/$45.00 Nonresidents Gold and Blue Belts: 6:45 P.M.-7:15 P.M. $40.00 Residents/$45.00 Nonresidents Green Belts and above: 7:30 P.M.-8:30 P.M. $50.00 Residents/$55.00 Nonresidents

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Saturday Sessions: Westlake High School 1/7-2/11 and 2/18-3/25 Adult Beginner: 2:30 P.M.-3:15 P.M. $40.00 Residents/$45.00 Nonresidents Green Belts and above: 3:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M. $50.00 Residents/$55.00 Nonresidents Gold and Blue Belts: 4:00 P.M.-4:45 P.M. $40.00 Residents/$45.00 Nonresidents White Belts: 4:00 P.M.-4:45 P.M. $40.00 Residents/$45.00 Nonresidents Eager Engineers Eager Engineers, from the folks at Kidz Art Ohio, is about building – with Lego’s, K’nex, and Blocks. With these we build excitement, discovery, self-confidence – because having fun is actually problem solving too! New projects each week. We’ll even video your child’s work and text/email you their weekly progress. Fall Projects include: K’nex Wells, Wheelbarrows and Slides; Working with Electrical Circuits; Lego’s Marble Runs and Egyptian Pyramids, and much more. Winter and Spring Sessions – 2:45-3:45 P.M. Bassett – Mondays: 1/23-2/27 and 3/6-4/10 Bassett - Thursdays: 2/2-3/2 and 3/9-4/6 Dover - Thursdays: 2/2-3/2 and 3/9-4/6 Dover - Fridays: 2/3-3/3 and 3/10-4/7 Bassett - Thursdays: 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25 Dover - Fridays: 1/29, 2/05, 2/12, 2/26, 3/04 Hilliard - Wednesdays: 2/1-3/1 and 3/8-4/5 Holly Lane - Tuesdays: 1/31-2/28 and 3/7-4/4 To enroll call: 440-899-7676 or visit westcleveland.kidzart.com Kidz Art (K-4) and Teenz Art (5-6) Join Kidz Art for all new projects. This spring we’ll be creating a Mother’s Day translucent clay candle holder, “antiqued” treasure maps, cartoon ducks in the rain, chalk pastel turtles by the sea and watercolor butterflies and much, more! All supplies included in tuition.

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Student Enrichment Winter/Spring 2017 Project Link Before & After-School Program (K-6)

Project Link is the before and after school program provided by the Westlake Board of Education to families residing in Westlake. Project Link is located at Bassett Elementary, Dover Elementary, Hilliard Elementary, Holly Lane Elementary and Dover Intermediate – and is in session each instructional day from 6:30 A.M. until the start of the school day and again from the conclusion of the school day until 6:00 P.M. Our mission is to provide students with an enriching, creative, and safe before and after school experience – directly aligned with academic content standards. Students are empowered to achieve personal growth and satisfaction in an environment, which is both exciting and nurturing. The Westlake Board of Education charges $5.00/hour for the first child and $4.50/ hour for each additional child enrolled from the same family – for Project Link care. There is also a $30.00/child registration fee. Students are only charged for time physically spent within the Project Link program, and once enrolled, students are able to attend as often or as little as desired. Project Link enrollment information is available at www.wlake.org/link. The W Club at LBMS The Westlake City Schools and the Project Link program will strive to provide high-quality after-school activities that provide opportunities for middle school youth to: feel safe,

KIDZ Art Winter and Spring Sessions – 2:45-3:45 P.M. Bassett - Tuesdays: 1/31-2/28 and 3/7-4/4 Dover - Wednesdays: 2/1-3/01 and 3/8-4/5 Hilliard - Thursdays: 2/2-3/2 and 3/9-4/6 Holly Lane - Thursdays: 2/2-3/2 and 3/9-4/6 Teenz Art Winter and Spring Sessions – 3:30-4:30 P.M Dover Int. - 2/7-2/28 and 3/7-3/28 To enroll call: 440-899-7676 or visit westcleveland.kidzart.com Mad Science® Winter 2017 NASA: Academy of Future Space Explorers Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring the excitement and wonder of space down to Earth in the NSASA: Academy of Future Space Explorers after school program. This is your chance to explore the farthest reaches of our solar system! Become a rocket scientist as you build your very own model rocket and discover the science behind space travel as you watch a rocket blast off. Experience how it feels to work in space as you and your crew team up to build a model space station and so much more! The hands-on activities and takehomes each week are totally out of this world! Winter Session 3:00-4:00 P.M. Bassett: Tuesdays - 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14 Dover: Wednesdays - 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15 Hilliard: Thursdays - 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16 Holly Lane: Mondays - 2/13, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20 Residents $80.00/Nonresidents $90.00 Taekwondo (K-6) The Westlake City Schools and Master Park’s Martial Arts are sponsoring the after school beginner Project Link Taekwondo Club. Students will learn balance, coordination, strength, agility and conditioning. As well as being taught self-control, concentration, self-respect, manners, honor, fortitude,

improve academic development and performance, foster social, emotional, and physical well-being, improve school and community connectedness and reduce the potential for risk-taking behaviors. The W Club activities offer greater opportunities for success in developing the attitudes, skills, knowledge, and abilities to live healthy lives, become productive adults, and to thrive in the workplaces and communities of the 21st century. Attend Westlake Sporting Events • Form PEP Club Socialize Positively with Peers • Art Enrichment Access to Technology, Academic and Homework Assistance Service Projects • Mentoring of intermediate and elementary school students The W Club at LBMS enrollment information is available at www.wlake.org/link .

etiquette, and basic Korean culture. Classes will be taught by Grand Master Jong-Ho Park, Westlake parent and proprietor of Master Park’s Taekwondo Academy. Master Park is a 7th degree black belt with a Master’s Degree in Martial Arts Education and former member of the Korean National Martial Arts team. Winter Sessions 2:45-3:25 P.M. Bassett - Wednesdays: 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1 Dover - Tuesdays: 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28 Hilliard - Mondays: 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27, 3/6 Holly Lane - Thursdays: 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2 Spring Sessions 2:45-3:25 P.M. Bassett - Wednesdays: 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24 Dover - Tuesdays: 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23 Hilliard - Mondays: 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22 Holly Lane - Thursdays: 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25 Resident’s $85.00 Nonresidents $95.00 (Deduct $25.00 if you have a uniform from a previous session) ACT: How to Maximize Your Score Instructors: Seeley Test Pros Staff Do you want to improve your ACT score? Learn test techniques and valuable tips that help you navigate through the ACT quickly and accurately. Instructors with a combined 30 years’ experience in the test preparation field will walk you through the English, Math, Reading and Science sections, providing specific techniques and strategies that will allow you to score the most points in the least time. Learn how to avoid long calculations and how to spot deceptive answer choices. You will review relevant content necessary to perform at a higher level. You will practice on actual ACT materials and learn how to reduce test anxiety and get the target score you want. The Real ACT Prep Guide and study guides will be provided at no additional cost. If you are motivated to succeed, you can expect

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Student Enrichment Winter/Spring 2017 a 2 to 4 point increase in your ACT composite score. For more information about Seeley Test Pros and their upcoming classes, go to www.seeleytestpros.com. Session cost $299 Winter Session: (In time for the 2/11 ACT) WHS Tuesdays 6:30 P.M-9:00 P.M. - 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7 Spring Session: (In time for the 4/08 ACT) WHS Tuesdays 6:30 P.M-9:00 P.M. - 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4 Summer Session: (In time for the 6/10 ACT) WHS Tuesdays 6:30 P.M-9:00 P.M. - 5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 6/06 Progress with Chess Project Link is pleased to offer students in grades the exciting opportunity to learn and play chess. Many studies have shown that chess playing improves higher level thinking skills such as memory, concentration and pattern recognition. In addition, chess provides opportunities for social interaction with family and friends and people of all ages, cultures and nationalities. No previous experience necessary – students start at their own level. Instruction provided by Progress with Chess, a local non-profit organization with chess programs in over 40 Cleveland area schools and recreation centers. Enrollment information and registration is available at: progresswithchess.org Kid Pose Yoga for Youth (K-4) This class will be a dynamic and fun way for kids to explore the innumerable benefits of yoga. Through games, activities, and meditation, kids will develop body awareness, strength, flexibility, endurance, and confidence, along with breathing and meditation techniques in an environment free of competition and judgment. Comfortable exercise attire is required and a water bottle is strongly recommended. Mats will be provided. Parkside Gymnasium - Fridays 5:15 P.M.-6:00 P.M. (8-week session) 1/27, 2/03, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10 3/17 $85.00 Residents/$95.00 Nonresidents Spring Break Tech Corps Techie Workshop in Programming for students in grades 3-5 Students will use Scratch, developed the MIT Media Lab, to learn the concepts of computer programming by using a simple graphical interface. Students will create their own interactive art, interactive stories and games. Examples include a car game with explosions after traveling at great speeds or animations with fire-breathing dragons that morph into gorgeous, long-haired fairy princesses who go onto marry the handsome prince. Once students learn the programming basics, they are encouraged to use their imaginations to design their own projects. This session will encourage the students to think about complex ideas and concepts rationally. LBMS Computer Lab. Enrollment info will be available (Winter 2017) at wlake.org/link Beck Center Drama Club (5-8) The Westlake City Schools and Project Link are proudly partnering with The Beck Center to provide the winter 2017 LBMS Afterschool Drama Club. Students will explore the basic elements of stage performance through theater games, exercises and scene study. A perfect class for getting started or reviewing and strengthening the fundamentals of acting. Students will also enhance basic acting concepts such as stage presence, blocking and character development through fun

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and fast paced improvisational games and exercises. LBMS Drama Club will be taught by Mr. Russel Stich who is the Artistic Director and founding member of Something Dada Improvisational Comedy Co. and has over sixteen years of improvisational performance experience including playing the Best Man in “Tony ‘n Tina’s Wedding.” He directs for Olmsted Falls High School and served as Camp Director at Hudson Theater Camp for nearly twenty years. Winter Session LBMS: Thursdays 4:00-5:30 P.M. (6 classes): 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16 $85.00 Residents/$95.00 Nonresidents Adapted Jazzercise and Adapted Yoga for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Adapted Yoga: WHS Room A108 Both activities are $45.00/session Saturdays 1:00-1:45 P.M. Winter Session I: 1/14-2/18 Winter Session II: 2/25-4/8 (no class on 4/1) Spring Session I: 4/15-5/20 (no class on 5/13) Spring Session II: 5/27-6/10 (all classes run 1:00-2:30) Adapted Jazzercise: Dover Elementary Gym Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 P.M. Winter Session I: 1/10-2/14 Winter Session II: 2/21-3/28 Spring Session I: 4/4-5/16 Link Ink with Mr. Bender: Students will develop skills in illustration and cartooning with an emphasis in pencil and ink. Through a nine-week course, on a weekly basis students will explore illustrating several artistic subjects such as architecture, nature, animals, portraits etc. Students will complete a final project of the subject of their choosing. Week One – Portraits - Students will practice drawing the features of the human face. Week Two – Creatures and Monsters - Students will practice drawing imaginary creatures. Week Three – Nature - Students will explore the subtleties of natural objects. Week Four – Landscapes - Students will practice drawing landscapes from pictures, memory or imagination. Week Five – Animals - students will practice drawing the features of animals great and small. Week Six – Everyday Objects - Students will test their talents in drawing everyday objects. Week Seven – Black and White Contrast - Students will create a design that contrast black ink to white paper. Week Eight – Subtle Color - Students will accent a black and white illustration with a hint of color. Week Nine – Comic Books - Students will practice their literary and artistic skills to create a comic book. Tuesdays at Dover – 3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14 Thursdays at Bassett – 3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16 Tuesdays at Holly Lane – 3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23 Thursdays at Hilliard – 3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25 $150.00 Residents/$160.00 Nonresidents

Student Enrichment Summer 2017 Camp Link 2017 (K-8) The Westlake Board of Education provides a summer enrichment day camp available to children entering grades K-8 at the start of the 2017-2018 school year. Camp Link provides students with a safe, active, and enriching summer experience. Camp Link is in session daily from 7:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. from June 12-August 11. Activities include weekly field and swim trips as well as many, many hands on, active and enriching learning experiences. Camp Link offers two distinct student experiences – one for students entering grades K-3 and one for students entering grades 4-8. There will be a parent information session on Wednesday, April 26 at 7:00 P.M. in the Parkside auditorium, 24525 Hilliard Blvd. Detailed Camp Link information and registration materials will be available at www.wlake.org/link starting on April 26. Creative Artisans Summer Art Studio Sessions: Join Westlake art teacher Mrs. Laurenty as students delve into the concepts of Ceramics, Drawing, Sculpture and Painting. Hands-on activities are individually tailored for beginners as well as advanced students. All students will receive a Creative Artisans Camp t-shirt. Enrollment information for weekly sessions will be available in February online at www.wlake.org/link or call 440835-6306. Instructors: Ms. Sandra Laurenty, Founder of Creative Artisans and Certified Art Teacher. Phone: 440.835.6330 or email: [email protected] Great Lakes Science Center – Great Science Camps: The Great Lakes Science Center makes science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) come alive! We encourage curiosity and foster the innovation and ingenuity that will make our community a better place. Our professional teaching staff is instituting a Problem Based Learning model in each of our classrooms this summer. Campers will experiment with methods of problem solving to overcome challenges that promote self-efficacy and critical thinking. Since it is summer camp, we can’t forget the fun! Each camp week is designed to be the perfect combination of excitement, STEM challenge and memory-making. When your child leaves camp, we hope they take with them a renewed sense of awe for the world around them! The Science Center received a full re-accreditation in 2015 as a multi-site camp by the American Camp Association. This means a safe, quality experience for every camper, every time. We’re so excited to serve you and your family as we solve problems together in 2017. Weekly Sessions: 6/19-7/28 - 8:30 A.M.-3:30 P.M. For enrollment information go to http://greatscience.com/explore/events-programs (winter 2017) or call 216-621-2400 Cleveland State University Confucius Institute Chinese Immersion Camp The Westlake City Schools is joining forces with CSU for the fourth summer in a partnership to provide a week-long Chinese Immersion Camp June (week TBD) - 8:30-3:30 For enrollment (spring 2017) information go to: www.csuohio.edu/confucius World Language French and Spanish Camps Our French and Spanish Camps are returning for the 4th summer to offer students an active, enriching and hands-on world language experience. Students explore aspects of culture and language in a festive atmosphere.

For enrollment information (Spring 2017) go to: www.wlake.org/link Progress with Chess – Summer Chess Camp Project Link and Progress with Chess are proud to offer this annual week-long chess camp for students in grades K-8. All levels are welcome, from beginner to expert! Students will thrive in our supportive environment, receiving plenty of individual attention in small groups, divided by age and skill level. Chess sets and equipment provided. Full day campers bring lunch, all may bring snacks if desired. The camp will be conducted by “Progress with Chess”, a local non-profit organization which provides chess instruction in over 50 Greater Cleveland locations, employing an experienced staff of professional instructors. Beginning students will master the rules and moves of the pieces, basic strategy and checkmates. More experienced players will explore openings, endgames, and tactics and checkmate patterns. Activities include a healthy mixture of interactive lessons and supervised open play. A short recess is scheduled in the morning and afternoon with opportunities for physical exercise. Lunch and free time will be from noon to 1pm daily. Pizza Party for all campers and family members Friday noon to 1pm! Week is TBD Full Day - 9:00 A.M.-4:00P.M; Half Day - 9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. or 1:00 P.M.-4:00 P.M. Full Day: $260.00 Half Day: $160.00 Online registration available (spring 2017) at progresswithchess.org or sign-up by contacting Project Link at 440-835-6306 or Progress with Chess at 216-321-7000. JAZZERKAMP for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Includes 60 min Adapted Jazzercise, 30 min each of the following: Adapted Yoga, performance practice, crafts and snack! Please bring each day: water, healthy snack and a Yoga mat. Dover Elementary – 9:00-11:30 A.M. - 7/31-8/4 Cost: $125.00. Registration deadline - June 6 TechCorps – Summer Technology Camps Techie Camp – Programming - Students entering Grades 3-5: Programming camp will allow students to learn the concepts of computer programming and encourage the students to think about complex ideas and concepts rationally and logically. Through fun and engaging experiences with Scratch, a programming environment specifically developed for young students by MIT, students will learn how to create their own games, interactive stories and arts. Dover Int. Computer Lab/Media Center 6/19-6/23 9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. $325.00 Residents/$350.00 Nonresidents Techie Camp – App Development Students Entering Grades 6-8: App development camp will allow students to explore the world of mobile app development and develop a real world app that tackles a real world need or problem. Students will learn the buildings blocks, UI, graphics, media and sensors to develop a cell phone app. Students will end the week with the actual publication of an application. The camp will encourage students to learn by actually building increasingly more sophisticated and meaningful mobile applications for Android phones. Dover Int. Computer Lab/Media Center 7/17-7/21 – 9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. $325.00 Residents/$350.00 Nonresidents Winter 2016

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Enroll, via mail to Project Link 24525 Hilliard Blvd., Westlake, Ohio 44145, in person at the Project Link officelocatedatthe Westlake City Schools Administration Building, via telephone by contacting the Project Link offi ce at 440-835-6306 or via fax at 440-871-6034. Payments may be submitted in the form of a check/money order payable to the Westlake Board of Education or via credit card through SPS EZPAY. For instructions on how to make an online credit card payment please visit www.wlake.org/link. Enrollment confirmations will be issued via email whenever possible and classes are subject to cancellation.

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