QUARTER Two: 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
Kaleidoscope Workshops
QUARTER Two: 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
Kaleidoscope Registration Deadline is Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Classes for the first quarter begin Monday, November 2, 2015 and end Friday, January 15, 2016
*Minimum registration requirements must be met in order for a workshop to be held*
*Refunds for any cancelled workshops/lessons will be processed at the end of the quarter*
Kaleidoscope Workshop Descriptions
Basketball (1st-5th) (Thursday)
Abigail Monahan will lead the kids in fun games that stress the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense. Teams will be formed, andscrimmages will take place each week.
Instructor: Abigail Monahan
Day & Time: Thursdays, 2:50 - 3:20
Dates: November 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17, and January 7, 14
Registration Fee: $35 for seven workshops
Notes: *Minimum 6/Maximum 15
Bricks 4 Kidz (1st-5th) (Thursday)
Many children dream of being an astronaut and traveling to the stars, so Bricks 4 Kidz created an entire unit around space! Each week, students will learn about real-life space exploration and build a new model related to the NASA space program. Models include a satellite, a lunar module, and a centrifuge which astronauts use to prepare for the physical sensations of launch. During this unit, students will learn some of the science behind launching things into orbit, will hear about the most-distant man-made object in the universe, and discuss what it is like to be an astronaut in space. Are you a budding astronaut? An adventurer who loves space exploration? Then you’ll love our Space theme projects. We’ll be building NASA astronaut training equipment and more in this exciting seven-week session. Let Bricks 4 Kidz launch your imagination to outer-space and beyond!
Bricks 4 Kidz classes provide an extraordinary atmosphere for children with LEGO® Bricks. Programs are built around our proprietary model plans, designed by engineers and architects, with exciting themes such as space, construction, and amusement parks. The specially designed project kits and theme-based models provide the building blocks for the Bricks 4 Kidz approach to educational play.
Instructor: Gordon Lubbers
Day & Time: Thursdays 3:30-4:30
Dates: November 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17, and January 7, 14
Registration Fee: $77 for 7 workshops
Notes: *Minimum 10/Maximum 30
Comic Club (3-5th) (Thursday)
Lower School Art Teacher, Tom Bonello will cover an introduction to drawing the figure, the anatomy & vocabulary of a comic strip, and the basics of page layout. Students will work together to create characters and short stories to share with classmates.
Instructor: Tom Bonello
Day & Time: Thursdays 2:50-3:20
Dates: November 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17, and January 7, and 14
Registration Fee: $89 for seven workshops
Notes: Minimum of 5/Maximum of 15
Coyote Club Wildlife Education (K-5th) (Wednesday)
"Instilling a sense of wonder, responsibility, and stewardship for the natural world through ecological studies and primitive skills exploration."
PCA is excited to bring Coyote Club to our very own campus!
"Coyote Club was developed by John Pazdon and Mary Mazur in 2007 as a way to introduce children to nature-based studies, native crafts and environmental stewardship. It is believed that today's children are suffering from what some call "nature deficit disorder", and the creation of Coyote Club was driven by a passion to rid children of this deficit by getting them out of the house, into the woods and connected to their environment. Children involved in nature-based education programs often experience a deeper sense of self respect, self esteem and a strengthening of their connection to the natural world. We believe that each child has a gift, which is often revealed through wildlife observation, awareness exercises and primitive skills exploration. It is our hope that we will be able to recognize and nurture that gift, and encourage that child to further develop and honor those unique abilities, strengths and talents we all possess."
There are 8 major topics which we would like to introduce over the course of the program. These topics will run in no specific order, as the patterns of Mother Nature strongly dictate what subjects are best taught for the week.The topics include: survival skills, wilderness awareness, hazards/navigation/mapping, birds, animal signs, plants, shelter, and native crafts.
What to Bring:
"We would also like to suggest a few items that you may want to bring along with you. Every student should come prepared to go outside, no matter what the weather. A little rain, wind or snow will not keep us inside, however, if the weather looks dangerous (i.e. thunderstorms, high winds, etc…) we may be forced to cancel. Students should always bring proper footwear (boots, hiking shoes, old sneakers, etc.), long sleeved shirts, hats and rugged pants, as well as a journal to write in. We will be providing natural bug spray and spray containing 30% DEET for our students, but if you prefer to use something else, bring it along. We must have written consent to use these sprays on your children. Backpacks, water bottles, binoculars, and field guides are great things to bring along, but not as essential as the things listed above."
Instructor: John Pazdon
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 3:00 - 4:30
Dates:November 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16, and January 6, and 13
Registration Fee: $98 for 7 workshops
Notes:*You may pick up your child from the MPR at 4:30
*Minimum 10/Maximum 24
Dodge Ball (1st-5th) (Wednesday)
Abigail Monahan will lead the kids in multiple rounds of games that stress the fundamentals of this fun sport. Teams will be formed, and scrimmages will take place each week.
Instructor: Abigail Monahan
Day & Time: Wednesdays (2:50 - 3:20)
Dates: November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16, and January 6, 13
Registration Fee: $40 for eight workshops
Notes: *Minimum 8
Jump Rope Games (K-5th) (Monday)
Come have fun playing jump rope, knock out, double Dutch and much more!
Instructor:Abigail Monahan
Day & Time: Mondays 2:50 - 3:20
Dates: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, December 7, 14, and January 4, 11
Registration Fee: $45 for nine workshops
Notes: *Minimum 5/Maximum 20
*Students must bringathletic shoes with arches
Karate (PCAP and K-5th) (Monday)
This course is designed to introduce students to basic karate in a comfortable and affordable environment. Once students reach a certain level, they are encouraged to investigate advancing their training by enrolling in a martial arts school. Continuing intermediate students are welcomed.
Instructor: Mr. John English, Karate International Martial Arts Center
Day & Time: Mondays PCAP 11:30-12, K-5 2:50-3:20
Dates:November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, December 7, 14, and January 4, 11
Registration Fee: $126 for9 lessons
Notes: *Students must bring a water bottle and athletic shoes with arches
*Minimum of 4 students
On-Site Tutoring (Scheduled as Needed)
Does your child struggle with math, science, or foreign language? Is he or she falling behind in reading? On-site tutoring can help! We provide on-site tutoring for any academic subject. These services can be done with a PCA teacher or Dynamic Learning Solutions. In most cases, a formal evaluation is not required for tutoring with a PCA teacher or through Dynamic Learning Solutions. Contact Michaeleen Sicardfor more information at .
Day & Time: Monday-Friday before and after school; time of day to be agreed upon
Registration Fee:
*$105 for 6 sessions @ $17.50/ 30 minutes
*$157.50 for6 sessions @ $26.25/ 45 minutes
*$210 for6 sessions @ $35.00/ 60 minutes
Origami (2nd-5th) (Tuesday)
Our instructor, Ichiko Harju, would like to share a part of her Japanese heritage with the paper-folding art
called Origami. This quarterwill feature the Christmas season. We will make a shoe box manger scene and tree ornaments. Through this workshop each student's fine motor skills will be enhanced and geometric concepts will be reinforced.
Instructor: Mrs.Ichiko Harju
Day & Time: Tuesdays 2:45-3:20
Dates:November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15, and January 5, 12
Registration Fee: $63 for9weeks
Notes: *All materials are provided
*Minimum of 4 students
Ski & Snowboard Club (6th -12th ) (Fridays)
All ski abilities welcome to participate in this six-week ski program at Gunstock Mountain Resort January 8th-February 12th. Do not miss out on this awesome opportunity! Please note, changes have been made to the registration deadline; Ski Club registration and payment is due no later than Monday November 16th - there is a $25 late fee for all registrations after 11/16!!!
Travelling on First Student buses the students will depart PCA at 3:00 pm and will return to the school at approximately at 10:45 PM.
Chaperones Needed!!! Please let Wendy Moran know if you are interested!
The Details:
· Six-week Kaleidoscope program at Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford NH
· Fridays 3:00 - 10:45 pm: January 8, 15, 22, 29, and February 5, 12
· Cost: $310 (cost includes bus transportation, 5 lessons, and lift tickets for all 6 Fridays)
· February 12th will be open skiing without lessons
· Open to students in grades 6-12, Beginner to Advanced Skiers/Snowboarders
· Minimum of 30/Maximum of 40 students
· Fulfils the annual athletic participation requirement for Upper School students
· Offers 1/4 credit toward Physical Education to Upper School students
All Ski Club participants must print off and complete the following forms:
· Mandatory Form: Gunstock Outreach Participant Waiver 2015
· Mandatory Form: PCA Ski Snowboard Contract 2015
If the following forms pertain to you, please print off and complete:
· If renting equipment: Rental Waiver 2015
· If chaperoning: Criminal Release Form and Disclosure Information
All forms must be turned in to Wendy Moran in the Admissions office by November 16, 2015.
Payment can be made directly to Kaleidoscope via Veracross. For further information feel free to check out Gunstock’s FAQ’s. Please direct questions to Wendy Moran at .
Junior Ski Club (Preschool-5th) (Fridays)
Back by popular demand, Jr. Ski/Board Club! Students in grades preschool-5 of all ski abilities with mandatory parent participation are welcome to participate in this six-week ski program at Gunstock Mountain Resort January 8th – February 12th.
A parent or guardian must provide transportation and supervision for the student. Student and guardian will ski/ride together until the lesson time (TBD). Student will then take the one hour lesson. After the lesson you are able to ski/ride for as long you want!
The Details:
Where: At Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford NH
When: Six Fridays from 3:00 – 10:45 pm, January 8, 15, 22, 29, and February 5, 12
Price: $195 for student (includes lift ticket for all 6 weeks plus student lessons)
$170 for chaperones (includes lift tickets for all 6 weeks for one chaperone) *Mandatory one chaperone per family; all chaperones are to purchase their lift tickets on veracross via the “JR Ski Club Chaperone Lift Ticket” link
Payment can be made directly to Kaleidoscope via Veracross. For further information feel free to check out Gunstock’s FAQ’s. Please direct questions to Wendy Moran at . JR Ski Club registration and payment is due no later than Monday, November 16th - there is a $25 late fee for all registrations after November 16, 2015.
All Ski Club participants must print off and complete the following forms:
· Mandatory Form: Gunstock Outreach Participant Waiver 2015
· Mandatory Form: PCA Ski Snowboard Contract 2015
If the following forms pertain to you, please print off and complete:
· If renting equipment: Rental Waiver 2015
· If chaperoning: Criminal Release Form and Disclosure Information
All forms must be turned in to Wendy Moran in the Admissions office by November 16, 2015.
Soccer (1st-5th) (Tuesday)
Abigail Monahan will lead the kids in fun games that stress the fundamentals of this international sport. Teams will be formed, and scrimmages will take place each week.
Instructor: Abigail Monahan
Day & Time: Tuesdays (2:50 - 3:20)
Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15, and January 5, 12
Registration Fee: $45 for nine workshops
Notes: *Minimum 8/Maximum 15
Group Music Lessons
PCAP Piano Academy (ages 4&5) (Wednesday/Thursday)
This is an ideal program for exploring interest in piano lessons, reinforcing directional reading, strengthening independence of fine motor skills and coordination as well as learning to appreciate and enjoy music. Preschoolers will attend their group lesson during rest time for a 30 minute session. Three to four children will be in a session with at least two pianos in the room. Students will work on beginning musical concepts, rhythm and exploring the piano. Practice at home is encouraged but not necessary. Students will be organized and assigned an exact time that is coordinated by age and an assessment of skills. Space is limited and only available Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Instructor: Yvonne Alling
Day & Time: 30 minute session; Wednesdays (at 1:10) or Thursdays (at 11:30); sign up for one specific day and time; class times might need to be arranged based on enrollment
Registration Fee: $84 for this seven week session
Notes: *Minimum of 3 and Maximum of 4 students per 30 minute session
Jazz Choir (6th-12th) (Tuesday)
In this course, students will take choral singing to a whole new level, by exploring the rich harmonic textures, unique inflections, and personal interpretations of the jazz genre. Students who wish to join should be prepared for fast-paced rehearsals, and a musically stretching experience. This course is geared towards Upper school students and dedicated Junior Highstudents only. An audition is required to join, however, all are welcomed to audition, regardless of past vocal experience. Many performance opportunities are provided throughout the year.Come and express your passion for choral music with other dedicated singers in this afterschool enrichment course!
Instructor: Jessica Gardner
Day & Time: Tuesdays 3:30-4:30
Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8, 15, and January 5, 12
Registration Fee: $144 for this nine week session + $5 sheet music (paid to instructor)
Notes: *Minimum of 8 students required
*Semester long commitment (both Q2 and Q3) required
Junior High Jazz Band (6th-8th) (Tuesday)
Join your friends for an exciting music-making experience! Explore the style of jazz, rock and other popular music. Open to all band instruments and select others instruments (see Mrs. Veno with questions). Auditions required only for guitarists, pianists and percussionists.
Instructor: Katrina Veno