NCE Kids Catalog - Winter 2016

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Family Programs

GLASS FUSING*Michel L’Huillier, InstructorMake art from glass by fusing. Learn basic glass fusing techniques and work with pre-cut colored glass pieces to create your individual works. Adult-child pairs will work side by side to create small plates or bowls (one per student), fused necklaces, and name plates. All materials are provided; a $75 materials fee (or $37.50 per student) is payable to the instructor. For kids ages six and up with an adult; solo adults or kids over age 15 are welcome as well.

1 session $45 Adult/child pair; $30 Add’l student (adult or child)Thursday January 28 4:30–6pmKW17-W16 Newton South

GLASS MOSAIC*Michel L’Huillier, InstructorLearn basic glass mosaic techniques and create a small trivet or decorative piece using assorted glass pieces. Create or choose a simple design to transfer onto a wood support, then select pre-cut glass pieces to glue to the support. Our instructor will grout your pieces, paint them, and apply finishing touches. All materials are provided; a $70 materials fee (or $35 per student) is payable to the instructor. For kids ages six and up with an adult; solo adults or kids over age 15 are welcome as well.

1 session $45 Adult/child pair; $30 Add’l student (adult or child)Thursday February 4 4:30–6pmKW19-W16 Newton South

GLASS MOSAIC JEWELRY*Michel L’Huillier, InstructorMake a mini-mosaic inside a deep pendant using pre-cut colored glass pieces. Choose from a wide variety of glass colors and shapes, and select a silver- or gold-plated pendant to make your jewelry. All materials are provided; a $45 materials fee is payable to the instructor for two pendants (one per student). Additional pendants can be made for $20 each. For kids ages seven and up with an adult. Solo adults or kids over age 15 are welcome as well.

1 session $45 Adult/child pair; $30 Add’l student (adult or child)Thursday February 11 4:30–6pmKW22-W16 Newton South

SOCCER TYKES**Thundercat Sports staff, InstructorsToddlers, bring an adult, and learn the basics of soccer in this fun, noncompetitive environment. Players will increase their sense of balance, improve their coordination and physical movement, and have a leg up when they join the big leagues! Shin guards and soccer balls are optional, but please bring a water bottle. Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child per adult please). Note: This class was formerly called Soccer Tots. Same great class, new, improved name.

6 sessions $125Saturdays January 23–March 12 11am–12pmKW01-W16 Burr No class Feb 13 & 20

SOCCER AND SPORTS JAMFor ages 4-6. See page 9 for details.

SOCCER FOR MOMSComing this spring; see our website for details.

TOT JAM**Thundercat Sports staff, InstructorsWhy should big kids have all the fun? Toddlers, accompanied by an adult, can learn the basics of Soccer, Basketball, and Softee Hockey in this fun, noncompetitive class. At each session we’ll introduce some basic skills and sports concepts, and play new games to reinforce those skills. Players will increase their sense of balance, improve their coordination and physical movement, and have a leg up when they join the big leagues! Please wear comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring a water bottle. Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child per adult please).

6 sessions $125 Saturdays January 23–March 12 9–10amKW12-W16 Burr No class Feb 13 & 20

** In case of inclement weather, please call the Newton Buildings Hotline at 617-559-9020. Their outgoing message will be updated if school buildings are closed, in which case our classes are cancelled.

Don’t miss Celebrate Newton...a fabulous craft fair on Sunday December 6 at Newton South. The fair features Newton artists, and there’s a kids’ crafts table too. See celebratenewton.com for details. Proceeds benefit our scholarship fund.

On the cover: Lydia Falchuk was a first grader at Burr when she created the “Pink House” as part of a project on 3-D houses in Ms. Batey’s art class. The inspiration for the pink house was Lydia’s real-life house, where she lives with her parents, older sister Brenna, older brother Colin, and dog Bridget. When she’s not making art, Lydia loves to dance, do gymnastics, play softball, play on her iPod, and hang out with her friends. Lydia is a very hard worker, especially in art, and she is very happy to have the opportunity to showcase her artwork on the NCE Kids brochure cover this winter.

* Sign up for any two of these three classes and get a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

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Classes for Middle Schoolers

ARCHERYDelicious Bow & Arrows staff, InstructorsArchery is a great choice for kids who prefer a noncompetitive individual sport to team sports. Our instructor will determine your dominant eye, explain the rules, and get you started, providing individualized instruction throughout the class. Archers will learn tech-nique, form, and accuracy. Equipment is pro-vided. All levels welcome. Grades 3 and up.

8 sessions $225Tuesdays January 19–March 15 2:30–4pm KM13-W16 Oak Hill No class February 16Tuesdays March 29–May 24 2:30–4pm KM13-P16 Bigelow No class April 19

BABYSITTING & SAFETY TRAINING***Juanita Allen Kingsley, InstructorBecome an expert babysitter and get all the information you need to care for children: how to act in an emergency, perform first aid for common childhood injuries and illnesses, and run your own babysitting business. You’ll receive a certificate and a training manual when you complete this class. Ages 11 and up.

1 session $70Friday January 29 3:15–6:15pm KM19-W16-1 Newton South Wednesday February 17 9am–12pm KM19-W16-2 Newton North Thursday February 18 9am–12pm KM19-W16-3 Newton North Wednesday April 20 9am–12pm KM19-P16-1 Newton North Thursday April 21 9am–12pm KM19-P16-2 Newton North

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CODECAMPKIDZ: HTML & CSS ESSENTIALSRian Sousa, InstructorWhether you’re interested in being a programmer or just want to know how things work, take advantage of this field-tested program from CodeCampKidz. Learn to write real HTML and CSS code, progressing from the basics to more advanced projects, building your skill and self-confidence along the way. Through a mix of presentation, hands-on code immersion, and discussion, you’ll create your own web pages; we’ll host them for free so you can share them with family and friends. Grades 6-8.

8 sessions $215Fridays January 29–April 1 2:45–3:45pm KM34-W16-DAY Day No class Feb 19 & March 25Wednesdays January 27–March 23 2:45–3:45pmKM34-W16-OH Oak Hill No class February 17

FENCING FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERSInternational Fencing Club staff, InstructorsLearn the sport made famous by action movies and the Olympics. Become a competitive fencer, or just appreciate this opportunity to master discipline and sportsmanship. Learn basic fencing techniques and refine strategies to direct your own bouts. We’ll provide individual instruction; fencers will be paired appropriately, so returning fencers are welcome. All equipment is provided; wear sneakers and athletic pants.

10 sessions $235Fridays January 22–April 8 3:30–4:30pm KM27-W16 Brown Grades 6-8No class Feb 19 & March 25

FLAG FOOTBALLSee page 10 for details.

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GAME DESIGNSimon Steele, InstructorLearn game design with Game Maker, a free and friendly interactive environment. At the start of class, you’ll learn the program basics and the simplistic graphics engine that comes with it. In every subsequent class, you’ll learn a new property or code in Game Maker so you can critique and perfect your games. You can design anything you imagine once you get the hang of this very versatile game design program. Grades 6-8.

7 sessions $205Tuesdays January 26–March 22 2:30–4pm KM33-W16 Newton South No class February 16 & 23

PEDIATRIC FIRST AID & CPR***Juanita Allen Kingsley, InstructorIf you’re caring for kids, you need to know how to respond in case of a first-aid emergency. We’ll cover first aid basics; medical, injury, and environmental emergencies; and pediatric CPR. This course meets the requirements for camp counselors, babysitters, and more. You will receive a CPR certification after completion of the class. Ages 11 and up.

1 session $70Friday February 5 3:15–6:15pm KM20-W16-1 Newton South Wednesday February 17 12:30–3:30pm KM20-W16-2 Newton NorthWednesday April 20 12:30–3:30pm KM20-P16-1 Newton NorthThursday April 21 12:30–3:30pm KM20-P16-2 Newton North

*** Sign up for these two classes and receive a $10 discount. Discount will appear at checkout.

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ART STUDIO: PASTEL & CHARCOALAlma Bella Solis, InstructorLearn to draw like a master. Using charcoal and dry pastel pencils and chalks, you’ll produce your own compositions interpreting subjects ranging from still-lifes to human figures. Learn drawing methods including outline, contour, shading, blending, detailing and connectedness; and explore perspective, proportion, and more. New and returning students welcome. A complete materials list will be emailed to enrolled students. Grades 2-5.

12 sessions $295Mondays January 25–April 25 3:15–5:15pmKE231-W16-MR Mason RiceWednesdays January 27–April 27 3:15–5:15pmKE231-W16-BU BurrThursdays January 28–April 28 3:15–5:15pmKE231-W16-CO Countryside

CHESSRoss Eldridge, Steven Frymer, Valery Frenklakh, Ilya Krasik, Lou Mercuri, Nicholas Sterling, & Maryanne Reilly, InstructorsLearn the principles of chess, and strategical and tactical concepts according to your level of ability. Through games played in class coached by an experienced chess master, you’ll gain the confidence to play well against any opponent. All levels are welcome, but students must know how each piece moves before starting this class. Grades 1-5.

14 sessions $245Mondays February 1–May 16 KE102-W16-BO Bowen (Frymer)KE102-W16-WI Williams (Eldridge)Tuesdays January 26–May 10KE102-W16-BU1 Burr (Reilly)KE102-W16-HM Horace Mann (Frenklakh)KE102-W16-MR Mason Rice (Eldridge)KE102-W16-ZE Zervas at Carr (Mercuri)KE102-W16-BU2 Burr (Eldridge) 3–4pmWednesdays February 3–May 18KE102-W16-CO Countryside (Eldridge)Fridays February 5–May 27 KE102-W16-PE Peirce (Frymer)KE102-W16-WA Ward (Sterling)KE102-W16-CA Cabot (Krasik) 4:20–5:20pm

any type of audience. The final class will include a performance showcasing the skills you’ve learned. New and returning students welcome. Grades 1-5.

10 sessions $205Mondays January 25–April 4KE235-W16-BU Burr (Duren)KE235-W16-WI Williams (Senatore)Tuesdays January 26–April 5KE235-W16-AN Angier (Muckenhirn)Wednesdays January 27–April 6KE235-W16-LE Lincoln-Eliot (Frey)Thursdays January 28–April 7KE235-W16-CA Cabot (Frey)KE235-W16-MR Mason Rice (Vanaman)KE235-W16-PE Peirce (TBA)KE235-W16-UN Underwood (Senatore)Fridays January 29–April 15 KE235-W16-BO Bowen (Frey)KE235-W16-HM Horace Mann (Vanaman)

ADVANCED CHESSRoss Eldridge & Ilya Krasik, InstructorsExpand your knowledge of chess and improve your playing. Learn strategical and tactical concepts, according to your level of ability. Play games against formidable opponents! This class is open to returning students or by permission of the instructor only. Grades 1-5.

14 sessions $245Fridays February 5–May 27KE103-W16-CA Cabot (Krasik)KE103-W16-MR Mason Rice (Eldridge)

ADVANCED DRAWINGJack Neylan, InstructorAttention parents: If you’ve seen your kids draw and think they may have some serious talent, we want them in this class! Kids: if you love to draw and want to find out how good you can be, this is the class for you. Build your skills by drawing still-lifes, drawing from photographs, and experimenting with various artistic styles such as realism, impressionism, and abstraction. We’ll discuss color theory, how to draw anatomy, and other relevant topics for the serious or aspiring artist. All levels welcome so long as you love to draw! Bring a sketchpad for now—a more detailed supply list is coming later. New and returning students welcome. Grades 2-5.

14 sessions $295Tuesdays January 26–May 10 12:45–2:15PMKE150-W16-BO Bowen

Classes for Elementary Schoolers

ACTORS STUDIOKayte Duren, Bridget Frey , Kiera Muckenhirn, Gabby Senatore, & SarahBrooke Vanaman, InstructorsYoung actors, get ready to shine! Enjoy a variety of acting exercises, physical and vocal warm-ups, improvisational games, and scene study. You’ll be introduced to basic acting concepts, learn how plays are created and produced, and gain poise in front of

WE’VE CHANGED OUR FORMAT!We’ve heard you ask for a school-by-school class listing in this brochure, so we have provided it here, on pages 6-7. To accommodate this information, we’ve had to cut back on copy elsewhere. Here’s what you need to know:

• Weekday classes for elementary schoolers start at 3:15pm every day but Tuesday; Tuesday classes start at 12:45pm. The time between the end of school and the start of class is for snacks from home, and for travel time for kids coming from other schools.

• All classes are one hour long except where otherwise noted.

• Elementary school classes meet at their regular times on early-release Wednesdays and Thursdays.

• Class times and lengths are listed for middle school classes.

• There are no classes on Newton Public Schools school vacations or holidays; additional “no-class” dates are listed with each class.

• Some of our course descriptions have been shortened to fit here. Please check our website for complete class information.

Questions? See our FAQs and Bahavior Policy on our website (highlights on page 7), or call us! We’re here to help (and we really like doing that).


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CODE TO THE FUTURECode to the Future staff, InstructorsJump on the bandwagon and get coding. Using Scratch, a program designed at MIT to teach kids the basics of computer programming, you’ll learn to code by designing your own video games. Grow your problem-solving and critical-thinking skills as you transition from being a player to being a creator. You’ll work independently with teacher guidance to develop your own games, and you’ll leave the class with a new appreciation of how technology works in the everyday world. Grades 3-5.

7 sessions $185Wednesdays January 27–March 16KE172-W16-ZE ZervasFridays January 29–March 18KE172-W16-AN Angier

COMICS & CARTOONINGJack Neylan, InstructorLearn the “how-to” of cartooning, and make original cartoon drawings along with backgrounds, cool lettering, and exciting stories. Classes will include brainstorming, and creating your own comic strips, comic book pages, and animated flip books. Bring an 18x24” drawing pad (any kind of paper is fine), pencils (regular and colored), erasers, and markers. New and returning students welcome. Grades 3-5.

14 sessions $245Thursdays February 4–May 19KE148-W16-WI Williams

DIGITAL ART & ANIMATIONJack Neylan, InstructorThink it’s easy making one of those dancing bears or blinking eyes you see online? You’re right! Join us to get all the tools you need. Start by making a simple drawing using Photoshop, using coloring, layering, and other effects to make dazzling art. Then create a cast of characters, draw/paint a background for them to inhabit, and transition them into a simple four-panel digital comic. Next, get a brief history of animation shorts, from Gertie the Dinosaur to contemporary Pixar shorts. You’ll create a concept for your own

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTINGVartus Varadian, InstructorLearn Chinese brush painting principles to create beautiful paintings like the old masters. You’ll paint classical subjects like flowers, birds or other animals, using special Chinese brushes, ink, and watercolor on rice paper, and you’ll apply traditional Chinese painting techniques to create a variety of unique visual effects. Tuition includes materials. New and returning students welcome. Grades K-2.

10 sessions $205Wednesdays January 27–April 6 KE128-W16-BU Burr Thursdays January 28–April 7 KE128-W16-HM Horace Mann

CHINESE CLUBVicki Ni, Greer Swiston & Jenny (Yajuan) Zhang, InstructorsNi hao! Welcome to our Chinese language and culture class, a little Chinese immersion in an intimate and fun setting. You’ll get Mandarin language education; work on crafts such as calligraphy, origami, and paper-cutting; and enjoy singing Chinese songs and playing games. All levels welcome. Grades K-5.

12 sessions $295Mondays January 25–April 25 3:15–5:15pmKE201-W16-BO Bowen (Ni)Tuesdays January 26–April 26 12:45–2:45pmKE201-W16-HM Horace Mann (Ni)Thursdays January 28–April 28 3:15–5:15pmKE201-W16-BU Burr (Ni)KE201-W16-ZE Zervas at Carr (Zhang)

35 sessions $695 Wednesdays & Fridays February 5–June 22 3–5pmKE201-W16-CO Countryside (Swiston)

short animation and learn frame animation in Photoshop to complete your film, adding sound too, if time allows. Bring a USB flash drive to class. New and returning students welcome; returning students will work on more advanced projects. Grades 3-5.

14 sessions $245Mondays February 1–May 16KE153-W16-CO CountrysideWednesdays January 27–May 11KE153-W16-AN Angier

DRAWING CLUBArio Elami, Jack Neylan, & Matt Shropshire, InstructorsTake your drawing to the next level. We’ll work on techniques to help you draw the way you want to; you’ll learn how to draw faces, bodies, objects, landscapes, and perspective, with step-by-step individual attention so you can progress at your own rate. We’ll provide challenges for the more experienced artists and encouragement for the newer ones. Please bring paper (preferably an 8x10 sketchbook), pencils (regular and colored), erasers, and markers. New and returning students welcome. Grades 2-5.

12 sessions $275Tuesdays January 26–April 26 12:45–2:15pm KE149-W16-FR Franklin (Shropshire)

10 sessions $205Wednesdays January 27–April 6 KE149-W16-HM Horace Mann (Elami)

14 sessions $245Fridays January 29–May 20KE149-W16-WA Ward (TBA)KE149-W16-ZE Zervas @ Carr (Neylan)

FENCING: NEW & CONTINUING FENCERSSee description on page 3.

10 sessions $235Wednesdays January 27–April 6 3:30–4:30pmKE261-W16-1 Brown Grades 3-5Thursdays January 28–April 7 3:30–4:30pmKE261-W16-2 Brown Grades 1-3

FLAG FOOTBALLSee page 10 for details.

Camp Fair at Newton North High School

Sunday January 31, 12–4pm

Come see what NCE has in store for kids this summer and sign up early to secure your spot.

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DAY MIDDLE SCHOOL

CodeCampKidz Fri 6–8

FRANKLIN

Drawing Club Tue 2–5

Girls Discovery Lab/Paws, Thu 1–3 Jaws, Claws

Italian Thu 2–5

French Fri 2–5

Lego Imagineers & Fri K–1 Discovery Lab

HORACE MANN

Frozen Science/Paws, Jaws, Claws Mon 1–3

Chess Tue 1–5

Chinese Club Tue K–5

Drawing Club Wed 2–5

Spanish Wed K–3

Chinese Brush Painting Thu K–2

Math Mania Thu 3–5


Actors Studio Fri 1–5

Lego Robotics Fri 3–5

LINCOLN-ELIOT

Math Mania Wed 3–5

Actors Studio Wed 1–5

Spanish Fri 1–4

BURR (CONTINUED)

Art Studio: Pastel & Wed 2–5 Charcoal

Shark Tank Jr. Thu 2–5

Chinese Club Thu K–5

Home Alone Safety (Mar 10) Thu 3–5

Game Design with Scratch Fri 3–5


CABOT

Lego Imagineers & Wed K–1 Discovery Lab

Actors Studio Thu 1–5

Lego Robotics Thu 3–5

Chess Fri 1–5

Advanced Chess Fri 1–5

Girls Discovery Lab/Paws, Fri 1–3 Jaws, Claws

Home Alone Safety (Mar 4) Fri 3–5

COUNTRYSIDE

Digital Art & Animation Mon 3–5


Chess Wed 1–5

Chinese Club Wed/Fri K–5

Spanish Wed K–3

Lego Imagineers & Thu K–1 Discovery Lab

Art Studio: Pastel & Charcoal Thu 2–5

Math Mania Fri 3–5

Home Alone Safety (Mar 11) Fri 3–5

ANGIER

Glass Class Mon 1–5

Chinese Mon 2–5

Home Alone Safety (Feb 2) Tue 3–5

Actors Studio Tue 1–5

Digital Art & Animation Wed 3–5

The Stockmarket Game Thu 4–6

Spanish Thu K–3


Code to the Future Fri 3–5

BOWEN

Chess Mon 1–5

Chinese Club Mon K–5

Advanced Drawing Tue 2–5

Lego Imagineers & Tue K–1 Discovery Lab

Pottery Wed 1–5

The Stockmarket Game Wed 4–6

Game Design with Scratch Thu 3–5

Girls Discovery Lab/ Thu 1–3 Paws, Jaws, Claws

Frozen Science/Paws, Jaws, Claws Fri 1–3

Actors Studio Fri 1–5

BROWN MIDDLE SCHOOL

Fencing Fri 6–8

Flag Football (Spring) Tue 5–8

BURR

French Mon 1–4


Actors Studio Mon 1–5

Chess Tue 1–5

Chinese Brush Painting Wed K–2

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Lego Imagineers & Discovery Lab Wed K–1

Lego Robotics Wed 3–5

Spanish Wed 2–5

Chess Fri 1–5

Drawing Club Fri 2–5

WILLIAMS

Chess Mon 1–5

Actors Studio Mon 1–5

Frozen Science/Paws, Jaws, Claws Wed 1–3

Pottery Thu 1–5

Comics & Cartooning Thu 3–5

Shark Tank Jr. Fri 3–5

ZERVAS AT CARR SCHOOL

French Mon 1–4

Lego Robotics Mon 3–5

Chess Tue 1–5

Code to the Future Wed 3–5

Chinese Club Thu K–5

Drawing Club Fri 2–5

MASON RICE

Art Studio: Pastel & Charcoal Mon 2–5

Intro to Fencing Mon K–1

Lego Robotics Mon 3–5

Chess Tue 1–5

Game Design with Scratch Tue 3–5

Sports Jam (Spring) Tue K–2

Lego Imagineers & Wed K–1 Discovery Lab

Frozen Science/Paws, Jaws, Claws Thu 1–3


Advanced Chess Fri 1–5

Glass Class Fri 1–5

Home Alone Safety (Feb 26) Fri 3–5

T-Ball (Spring) Fri Ages 3–5

Flag Football (Spring) Fri 3–5

OAK HILL

CodeCampKidz Wed 6–8

PEIRCE

Glass Class Mon 1–5

Spanish Wed K–3

Frozen Science/Paws, Jaws, Claws Thu 1–3

Home Alone Safety (May 5) Thu 3–5


Chess Fri 1–5

UNDERWOOD

Spanish Mon 1–4

French Tue K–3


Frozen Science/Paws, Jaws, Claws Wed 1–3


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Archery (page 3)Babysitting (page 3)CodeCampKidz (page 3)Self Defense Combat Sambo (page 9)Fencing (pages 3, 5)Flag Football (page 10 )Glass Classes (page 2)Saturday Sports (pages 2, 9, 10)T-Ball (page 10)

FAQs Highlights Q: My child has special needs; how can I know if a class will be right for him?A: If you call us, we can discuss the nature of your child’s needs and help you make this decision.

Q: What is your refund policy?

A: If you withdraw more than seven days before the start of your class, you will receive a refund minus $10. There are no other re-funds or credits. The $6 registration fee is non-refundable.

Q: Can my child join the class late and pay a pro-rated fee?

A: No, we do not pro-rate tuition for kids who miss some of our classes. However, for some classes it’s perfectly fine to start late. Please call us.

Q: I’m interested in an NCE class for my child but I’m not sure he will like it. Can he try one class to find out?

A: No, we do not offer trial classes.

Q: What is your behavior policy?

A: We have a “three strikes and you’re out” policy. It is our expectation that students in our classes will follow their teacher’s instruc-tions. We ask students to use only materials designated for their NCE class, to use these appropriately, and to treat each other and their teacher with respect. If your child does not meet these expectations after two verbal or written warnings, we will ask you to with-draw your child from the class and no re-fund will be given. We have a zero-tolerance policy for inappropriate physical behavior. If a child inappropriately touches or acts to harm others in the class, he or she will be withdrawn with no further warnings, and no refund will be given.

Q: The class I’m interested in for my child is full. What should I do?

A: Sign up for the waitlist! It’s free, and we often get last-minute changes. You can al-ways turn down a spot if it’s offered to you. Also, your interest helps us determine future course planning.

For our complete policies and Kids FAQs, please see our website.

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do some small ceramics projects too. Grades 1-5. Note: Due to the high cost of materials for this class, there is an $80 materials fee. Please bring a check made out to the instructor, to the first class.

14 sessions $225Mondays January 25–May 9 KE157-W16-AN Angier (L’Huillier)KE157-W16-PE Peirce (TBA)Fridays February 5–May 27 KE157-W16-MR Mason Rice (L’Huillier)

HOME ALONE SAFETYJuanita Allen Kingsley, InstructorTake the first steps towards independence. Learn telephone and door-answering tech-niques, accident and fire protection, first aid techniques, and all about Internet safety. We’ll talk about how to manage your time when you’re home alone for short amounts of time, and explore scenarios through role-playing. Grades 3-5.

1 session $45 Tuesday February 2 12:45–2:45pmKE230-W16-AN Angier Tuesday February 9 12:45–2:45pmKE230-W16-UN UnderwoodTuesday February 23 12:45–2:45pm KE230-W16-WA WardFriday February 26 3:15–5:15pmKE230-W16-MR Mason Rice Friday March 4 3:15–5:15pm KE230-W16-CA CabotThursday March 10 12:45–2:45pmKE230-W16-BU BurrFriday March 11 3:15–5:15pmKE230-W16-CO CountrysideThursday May 5 12:45–2:45pm KE230-W16-PE Peirce

LANGUAGE CLUBSIES National Language Foundation staff, InstructorsStudents with or without previous language experience are welcome to join some of the many language clubs in progress at schools throughout Newton. We will also be adding new language clubs in January. Call our office or check our website for information or to register. Grades K-5.

GAME DESIGN WITH SCRATCH CONTINUEDGrant Osborn, InstructorPick up where you left off in Game Design. Learn more code and build on your skills in Scratch to create more complicated games. For returning students in grades 3-5.

14 sessions $245Tuesdays January 26–May 10KE143-W16-MR1 Mason Rice 12:45–1:45pmKE143-W16-MR2 Mason Rice 2–3pmThursdays February 4–May 19 3:15–4:15pmKE143-W16-BO BowenFridays January 29–May 20 3:15–4:15pmKE143-W16-BU Burr

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GIRLS DISCOVERY LAB/ PAWS, JAWS, CLAWSWicked Cool for Kids staff, InstructorsEnjoy these two new Wicked Cool classes for girl scientists. Enter the animal kingdom: find out if your favorite wild animals are predators or prey, identify track patterns of canines and felines, and compare animals in the wild to our domesticated pets. Creep with big cats and lope like coyotes; each week you’ll focus on a specific species to become a wildlife ex-pert. Then enter the discovery zone: explore the Earth by making Mesozoic volcanoes and delve deep into the ocean to the coral reefs; get electrified creating simple circuits and become a chemist to make rainbow slime. Each week a new science challenge—all tried and true favorites! Grades 1-3.

12 sessions $265Thursdays January 28–April 28KE163-W16-BO BowenKE163-W16-FR FranklinFridays January 29–May 6KE163-W16-CA Cabot

GLASS CLASSMichel L’Huillier & TBA, InstructorsGrab this opportunity to learn all about glass and master various glass-crafting techniques. Create a plate, decorative tiles, 3-D animals, and/or necklaces with glass fusing; make a mosaic trivet, name plate, or decorated mirror; try some jewelry-making and design a necklace with glass beads and pieces. We’ll

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FROZEN SCIENCE/PAWS, JAWS, CLAWSWicked Cool for Kids staff, InstructorsYippee —two new Wicked Cool classes for science buffs! Come on a Frozen Science expedition: make “frozen” slime, six-pointed snowflakes, and magical indoor snow. Grow cold crystals and create a snow globe; warm up with homemade hand warmers. Then enter the animal kingdom: find out if your favorite wild animals are predators or prey. Learn to identify track patterns of canines and felines and compare animals in the wild to our domesticated pets. Be sly like a fox as you learn about local predators and what they eat. Each week you’ll focus on a specific species to become a wildlife expert. Grades 1-3.

12 sessions $265Mondays January 25–April 25KE161-W16-BU BurrKE161-W16-CO CountrysideKE161-W16-HM Horace MannKE161-W16-WA WardWednesdays January 27–April 27KE161-W16-UN UnderwoodKE161-W16-WI WilliamsThursdays January 28–April 28KE161-W16-MR1 Mason RiceKE161-W16-MR2 Mason Rice 4:30-5:30pmKE161-W16-PE Peirce Fridays January 29–May 6 KE161-W16-BO Bowen

GAME DESIGN WITH SCRATCHGrant Osborn, InstructorLearn this popular free program for kids and you’ll be writing your own game in no time. We’ll learn programming fundamentals and put them to work to create animations, interactive stories, and games. We’ll master different concepts weekly, ending with a super show-and-tell of your individual creations. The world runs on code, and it’s never too early to get started learning! No experience necessary. Grades 3-5.

14 sessions $245Tuesdays January 26–May 10 3:15–4:15pmKE133-W16-MR Mason RiceThursdays February 4–May 19 4:30–5:30pmKE133-W16-BO BowenFridays January 29–May 20 4:30–5:30pmKE133-W16-BU Burr


SELF DEFENSE COMBAT SAMBOMichael Galperin, InstructorSee description on our website. Ages 4-11.

23 sessions $299Mondays & Wednesdays January 4–March 30 6:30–7:30pm KE108-W16-1 Franklin

11 sessions $198Mondays January 4–March 28 6:30–7:30pm KE108-W16-2 Franklin

12 sessions $216Wednesdays January 6–March 30 6:30–7:30pm KE108-W16-3 Franklin

SHARK TANK JR.Chyten Center staff, InstructorsGot an idea for a business? Start with the germ of an idea and take it through the entire entrepreneurial process. Develop prototypes, formulate a business plan, and devise a marketing strategy, as in the TV Show Shark Tank. Learn about wages, profits, and branding, and design ads, act out commercials, research locations, and create replicas of your storefronts. As the class concludes, you’ll pitch your ideas to a panel of “celebrity” judges. Grades 2-5.

12 sessions $245Thursdays January 28–April 28 KE137-W16-BU BurrFridays January 29–May 6 KE137-W16-WI Williams

SOCCER*Thundercat Sports staff, InstructorsLearn the basics of Soccer through a series of fun games in a noncompetitive setting. We’ll work on shooting, passing, dribbling, and trapping, and enjoy exciting scrimmages. Players will be grouped by age and ability. Wear shin guards and bring a soccer ball and water bottle. Ages 4-6.

6 sessions $125Saturdays January 23–March 12 12–1pm KW05-W16 BurrNo class Feb 13 & 20

* In case of inclement weather, please call the Newton Buildings Hotline at 617-559-9020. Their outgoing message will be updated if school buildings are closed, in which case our classes are cancelled.

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MATH MANIAJohn Michos, InstructorIf you’re fascinated with numbers and wonder where the numerical universe can take you, join other math-minded kids to sharpen your math skills with math puzzles, games, and brain teasers. Learn the basic concepts of computer coding through storytelling and sleuth games. When you complete this class you’ll be able to break big problems into small ones, look for patterns, create step-by-step plans, and think outside the box. Grades 3-5.

10 sessions $20510 Wednesdays January 27–April 6 KE165-W16-LE Lincoln-EliotThursdays January 28–April 7 KE165-W16-HM Horace MannFridays January 22–April 8 KE165-W16-CO Countryside

POTTERYLisa Walker & Amber Wenger, InstructorsIf you like to build, use modeling clay, draw, paint, or imagine, you’ll love working with clay. Join us to create interesting and unique projects that are functional, beautiful, or both. You’ll make a range of pieces, then glaze and fire your favorites. Tuition includes materials and firing fees. New and returning students welcome. Grades 1-5.

14 sessions $255Wednesdays February 3–May 18 KE100-W16-BO Bowen (Wenger)Thursdays February 4–May 19 KE100-W16-WI Williams (Walker)

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LEGO IMAGINEERS & DISCOVERY LABWicked Cool for Kids staff, InstructorsWe’re pairing these two Wicked Cool classes for Lego and science enthusiasts. Design simple machines to solve fairy tale heroes’ problems—like a tower for Rapunzel and a pulley system to lift her lunch—and build a block-carrying car to fix the Prince’s busted buggy. Then enter the discovery zone: explore Earth by making Mesozoic volcanoes and delve deep into the ocean to the coral reefs; get electrified creating simple circuits and become a chemist to make rainbow slime. Each week we’ll get into fun science and engineering challenges. Grades K-1.

12 sessions $265Tuesdays January 26–April 26 KE162-W16-BO BowenWednesdays January 27–April 27 KE162-W16-CA CabotKE162-W16-MR Mason RiceKE162-W16-WA WardThursdays January 28–April 28 KE162-W16-CO CountrysideFridays January 29–May 6 KE162-W16-AN AngierKE162-W16-BU BurrKE162-W16-FR FranklinKE162-W16-HM Horace Mann

LEGO ROBOTICSWicked Cool for Kids staff, InstructorsBe a robotics engineer with Lego We-Do Robotics. Program pulleys, gears, motors, and sensors to work with tethered Lego robots; create bots that compete in soccer games and fans to cheer them on; attempt a daring airplane rescue; and sail a boat in a storm. Complete your adventure by designing your own interactive robot to compete in challenges you dream up. Grades 3-5.

12 sessions $265Mondays January 25–April 25 KE265-W16-MR Mason RiceKE265-W16-ZE Zervas at CarrWednesdays January 27–April 27 KE265-W16-WA WardThursdays January 28–April 28 KE265-W16-CA CabotFridays January 29–May 6 KE265-W16-HM Horace Mann

DON’T WAIT!Sign up now for the class you want to take. We must decide whether or not a class is running a week before its start date, and your registration can make the difference.

Some classes fill quickly, so register early to avoid disapointment.

617 559-699910

SPORTS JAM**See description on this page. Grades K-2.

6 sessions $125Tuesdays April 12–May 24 12:30–2pmKE212-P16-MR Mason Rice Field

T-BALL**Thundercat Sports staff, InstructorsGet your start with “America’s favorite pastime.” Learn individual skills such as batting and catching, and get an introduction to aspects of regular baseball. We’ll also play non-traditional games and activities to encourage skills development and create a fun, supportive atmosphere. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers, and bring a baseball glove and water bottle. Ages 3-5.

6 sessions $125 Fridays April 8–May 20 @ Mason Rice FieldKE205-P16-1 1:30–2:30pmKE205-P16-2 2:30–3:30pm

**In case of questionable or bad weather, please call 617-499-4820 to find out if the class is running.

February & April Vacation Programs at Newton North

BABYSITTINGSee page 3 for details.

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CHESS INTENSIVERoss Eldridge, InstructorSerious chess players: why take a week off from your favorite game? Use this vacation-week class to build your chess-playing skills. You’ll review chess principles, analyze games played by grandmasters, and focus on strategy and positional tactics. Each day will include instruction and games; on the last day we’ll have an in-class tournament. Stay sharp this break and join us to play the ultimate game of strategy. No beginners please!

3 sessions $155Tuesday–Thursday February 16–18 KV23-W16-1 Grades 2–5 9am–12pmKV23-W16-2 Grades 5–8 1–4pmTuesday–Thursday April 19–21 KV23-P16-1 Grades 2–5 9am–12pmKV23-P16-2 Grades 5–8 1–4pm

We’ll enjoy a scrimmage at the end of each class so you can apply your new skills, using flags only, no tackling. New and returning athletes are welcome; we’ll build on skills you’ve learned and introduce new ones too.

6 sessions $125Fridays April 8–May 20 @ Mason Rice Field**KE214-P16-MR1 3:30–4:30pm Grades 3–5 KE214-P16-MR2 4:30–5:30pm Grades 3–5

Tuesdays April 12–May 24 @ BrownKM31-P16-BR 2:30–3:30pm Grades 5–8Note: This class will be held indoors if it rains.

INTRO TO FENCINGSee description on page 3.

8 sessions $175Mondays March 28–May 23 7:30–8:20am KE264-P16 Mason Rice Grades K-1

SELF DEFENSE COMBAT SAMBOSee complete information on our website.

SOCCER TYKES**Thundercat Sports staff, InstructorsWhy should big kids have all the fun? Toddlers, accompanied by an adult, can learn the basics of soccer in this fun, noncompetitive environment. Players will increase their sense of balance, improve their coordination and physical movement, and have a leg up when they join the big leagues! Shin guards and soccer balls are optional, but please bring a water bottle. Ages 2-3 with an adult (one child per adult please). Note: This class was formerly called Soccer Tots. Same great class, new, improved name.

6 sessions $125Saturdays April 23–June 4 @ Mason Rice Field KW01-P16-1 8–9amKW01-P16-2 9–10amKW01-P16-3 11am–12pmNo class May 28

SOCCER**See description on page 9.

6 sessions $125Saturdays April 23–June 4 @ Mason Rice FieldKW05-P16-1 10–11amKW05-P16-2 12–1pmNo class May 28

SPORTS JAM*Thundercat Sports staff, InstructorsOur Sports Jam focuses on Soccer, Basketball, and Floor Hockey. You’ll also play familiar and unique games such as Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, and Car Lot. At each session we’ll introduce new skills and play games that reinforce those skills. The program culminates with a tournament day. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers and bring a water bottle.

6 sessions $125Saturdays January 23–March 12 10–11amKW06-W16 Burr Ages 4-6No class Feb 13 & 20

* In case of inclement weather, please call the Newton Buildings Hotline at 617-559-9020. Their outgoing message will be updated if school buildings are closed, in which case our classes are cancelled.

THE STOCKMARKET GAMEPeter Yaffe, InstructorEnter the real world of investing and learn to be an investment specialist. In this fun and high-spirited setting, you’ll try to grow a virtual $100,000 cash account into a top-performing portfolio, and learn how daily events that shape our world affect our finances. Working individually and in teams, you’ll compete against your classmates and other schools across the state, applying your leadership, negotiation, and cooperation skills. Grades 4-6.

11 sessions $205Wednesdays January 27–April 13 KE185-W16-BO BowenThursdays January 28–April 14 KE185-W16-AN Angier

Spring Sports

ARCHERYSee page 3 for details.

FLAG FOOTBALLThundercat Sports staff, InstructorsLearn fundamental football skills from our enthusiastic coaches. Each day we’ll focus on a “skill of the day” such as passing, catching, running, and offensive/defensive strategies.


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SPACE LABWicked Cool for Kids staff, InstructorsJoin us on a space adventure. Build a mini model telescope to explore far away worlds to colonize. Design a pop-up model of an alien solar system, and then build a rover to explore one of its rocky planets. Imagine you can use only the planet’s resources to grow your own food and make your own “papyrus”. Light up your new world as we experiment with glow sticks and learn about luminescence. Design an alien zip line for transportation and build a multistage rocket model to get back home to earth. It’s out of this world! Grades 1-4.

4 sessions $295Tuesday–Friday February 16–19 9am– 4pmKV20-W16

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STAR WARS SPECTACULARSusan Paquette, InstructorTravel to a long time ago in a galaxy far far away… where you’ll use a variety of materials to make art projects inspired by the Star Wars universe. Create BB-8 droid paper mâché sculptures, construct clay X-wing fighters, and design wearable wookie masks with cardboard trident lightsabers. You’ll work with the following media: cardboard, paper mâché, wire, self-drying clay, paint, faux fur and other miscellaneous craft supplies. Join us as we attempt to destroy the empire! Grades K-3.

4 sessions $195Tuesday–Friday February 16–19 9am–12pmKV18-W16

principles to learn what makes structures strong. Create and test classic architectural shapes such as columns and arches. Make load-bearing bridges, towers to hold up a water supply, and a CD hovercraft. Test your knowledge by designing blueprints and sketches to build a house for a bird and also a soaring skyscraper—the sky’s the limit! Grades 1-4.

4 sessions $295Tuesday–Friday April 19–22 9am–4pmKV21-P16

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POP ART CULTURE EXPLORERJenn Sherr, InstructorImagine yourself in Europe this vacation... Create mixed-media projects combining 2-D and 3-D art. You’ll redesign boxes, trays, journals, and more using collage and decoupage techniques. Incorporating themes from Paris, Florence, and Rome, you’ll learn about artistic composition while exploring landmarks in these popular destinations. You’ll finish the class with at least two unique projects. What beats Europe in February? NCE of course! The materials list will be emailed to participants. Grades 3-6.

2 sessions $105Wednesday–Thursday February 17–18 9am–12pmKV22-W16Wednesday–Thursday April 20–21 9am–12pmKV22-P16

SCIENCE LABMaire Anne Diamond, InstructorCan you make a rainbow from white light? Can you make a solid if you mix two liquids together? Can you pick things up with electricity? Come ready to observe, investigate, and find answers to your science questions. Through projects, crafts, games, and experiments, we’ll explore magnetism, invisible matter, and the science of color. Mix up some super solutions and watch your curiosity bubble up when you join us at our science lab. Grades K-2.

3 sessions $155Tuesday–Thursday February 16–18 9am–12pmKV25-W16

DIGITAL ART & ANIMATIONSee description on page 5. Grades 3-6.

3 sessions $175Tuesday–Thursday February 16–18 9am–12pmKV24-W16Tuesday–Thursday April 19–21 9am–12pmKV24-P16

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FASHION ART PROJECTSSusan Paquette, InstructorFashion lovers unite! Enjoy two projects a day. Walk the runway after you’ve created your own original trash bag dresses, design duct tape wallets with patterned tape, assemble beaded jewelry, and design metal pendants and necklaces. Learn to recycle matchboxes to make lockets with a picture inside, construct a craft foam purse, and make rhinestone hair clips and colorful fabric headbands. The final project will be a hand-painted plastic poodle skirt. All projects are wearable. Grades K-3.


MAD SCIENCE JUNIORMad Science staff, InstructorsJoin the Mad Science® hands-on science fun. We’re crazy about science… and hope you are too! We’ll have a blast exploring science and how it affects the world around us. Become an honorary Junior Mad Scientist and see some of the awesome stuff from the Mad Science laboratory. Each day we’ll have a different science theme with exciting activities, experiments, and related games and stories. We’ll make oobleck, learn about the human body and our senses, discover the properties of water, explore the wonders of light and color, and much more. Grades K-2.


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MATERIAL ENGINEERINGWicked Cool for Kids staff, InstructorsArchitects and engineers: take on real-world challenges in this class. Use an assortment of materials to complete hands-on design challenges. Experiment with engineering

All of our vacation programs take place at Newton North High School.

Bring a snack for all half-day programs, and lunch for full-day programs.

NCE KIDS COURSES REGISTRATION FORMName Birth Date

Address

School Grade

Parents’ Names

Phone* (primary #) (secondary #) Email

Course Code # Course Name Fee

Donation to Scholarship Fund

Registration Fee (once per person, per term) $6.00

TOTAL

1. Pay by Check: Please make your check payable to Newton Community Education and mail with this registration form to Newton Community Education, 457 Walnut Street, Newton, MA 02460

2. Pay by Charge: at www.newtoncommunityed.org, by phone (617) 559-6999, or by mail. Charge: MasterCard Visa Discover AmEx

Card # Expiration Date Security Code

Cardholder Signature

* We must have two DIFFERENT phone numbers in case of an emergency. Don’t have a landline? List the number of a family member or friend!.

Newton Public SchoolsNewton Community Education

457 Walnut StreetNewton, MA 02460

WHAT IS NEWTON COMMUNITY EDUCATION?

Newton Community Education is a self-sustaining arm of the Newton Public Schools, open to all students, regardless of residence. We provide educational, social, cultural, and vocational programs for adults and children, endeavoring to provide high-quality classes at reasonable costs.

Withdrawals/Refunds: You must withdraw at least one week before your course’s start date to receive a refund minus a $10 processing fee or a voucher minus a $5 fee. The $6 registration fee is non-refundable. We regret that no other refunds or vouchers will be given. NCE may cancel classes that are under-enrolled or substitute teachers if needed.

Newton Community Educationat Newton North High School457 Walnut StNewton, MA 02460Phone: 617-559-6999Fax: 617-559-6998Email: [email protected]

NCE Kids Catalog - Winter 2016

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