Oct 25, 2010

Crystal Lake Park District late fall classes start this week!

The second session of Crystal Lake Park District homeschool classes are now open for registration.

* 10:00 - 11:30 Nature Study taught by Jess Day at the Nature Center. In this totally interactive class, the children will be exploring plant and animal life at the park, seasonal changes and much more. Ages 6-10, cost $36. Contact: leah.mikkelson@gmail.com to register.

* 10:00 - 11:00 Pen and Mouse Drawing with Julie Kukreja. Children will learn 3D drawing techniques to pop their drawings off of the page. Each session covers new ideas and concepts and artists of all abilities will be challenged and inspired! Ages 6 and up.Cost:$75 in district / $90 out of district. Class code: 4243-4

11:30 - 12:30 Pre-Algebra - Cure for the Math Curse taught by the always popular Kathy Wentz. This series of classes uses a visual and hands-on system for learning basic Algebraic concepts. This fall session will introduce variables, positive and negative integers and the basic steps needed to solve linear equations. Ages 8 and up. Cost: $51 in district / $66 out of district. Class code: 4243-5 *I am aware that this description does not match the one in the catalog that was published last summer. I was asked to offer this class instead. The description here is the correct description.

12:00 - 1:00 Karate taught by Patric Murphy of Kon Jo Karate Club in Fox River Grove. Mr. Murphy is a third degree black belt in Shotokan Karate and is a wonderful, warm instructor who encourages each of his students to do their best. Ages 3-16yrs. Cost: $50 in district / $65 out of district. Class code: 4243-1 *The time listed here is new and has been moved forward one hour from the one in the catalog to accomodate the wishes of the attendees. The time listed here will be the one followed.

1:00 - 2:00 Math and Science Club with Kathy Wentz. This is the same class which filled up with a filled wait list at the GIFT co-op! Each week students will explore a math or science topic with hands-on games and activities designed to spark interest, improve memorization skills, and increase vocabulary. Class will also include hand outs offering ways to further explore the topics at home. Ages 6-11. Cost: $51 in district / $66 out of district. Class code: 4243-3

2:00 - 3:00 Independent Homeschool Girl Scouts Group This group will be an opportunity for girls ages 6 and up who are registered as a "Juliette" or independent scout to get together for projects, outings and other activities. We are still in the planning phase of this group so please contact me if you would like to get involved. Contact: leah.mikkelson@gmail.com for more information.

All classes are on Thursdays at the park and run for 6 weeks starting October 28th. Registration is happening now at http://www.crystallakeparks.org/

Registration for the Nature Study class will be done privately by contacting: leah.mikkelson@gmail.com

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