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#Fall 2016
South Orangetown Central School District
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In a rapidly changing world, the South Orangetown SchoolCommunity affirms its positive vision of the future byproviding a safe and caring environment where theexcitement of teaching and learning is shared by all,
and where we encourage and nurture the uniqueness of each child.
Through diverse and challenging programs, we promote highacademic standards, creative and critical thinking, self-respect and respect for others, and acceptance of ourresponsibilities in a global society. We are committed to
fostering a love of learning in our students.
Superintendent of SchoolsRobert R. Pritchard, Ed.D.
Board MembersGuy DeVincenzo, PresidentDan Lamadrid, Vice President
Lonnie JacobsKen Malpeli
Rosemary Pitruzzella
DirectorTerry Campanella
LayoutLaura Neuendorf
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South Orangetown Central School District
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Continuing Education Program
Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Special Interest Programs
Art History for Travelers . . . . . . . . . . .14
Babysitting Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Come to My Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Country Line Dancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
CPR for Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Drastically Cut Costs in Difficult Financial Times . . . . . . . . . .9
Digital Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Enrolling for Medicare: A Primer . . . . . 10
Entrepreneurship: Starting a Business with Little Money Down . . . . . . . . . . .9
French Conversation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Genealogy (new topics) . . . . . . . . . . 14
Great Real Estate Deals whenBuying/Selling in Difficult Times . . . .8
How to Apply Makeup . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Italian Language & Culture . . . . . . . . 13
Knitting Essentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Long Term Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Mah Jongg (Beginner) . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Managing Cash Flow in Retirement . . . .7
Must See Treasures of Great New York Museums . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Scrapbooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Secrets Wall Street Doesn’t Want You toKnow When Investing Your Money . . .8
Shall We Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Social Security Savvy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Wading through Watercolors . . . . . . 11
Fitness Courses
Cardio Into Mat (8 & 5 weeks) . . . .16, 17
Combo (5 weeks) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Mat Core Workout (8 & 5 weeks). . 16, 17
Slimmersize (8 weeks) . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17
Volleyball (Co-Ed, 8 & 5 weeks) . . . . . . 17
Health & Wellness
Natural Solutions to Arthritis . . . . . . . .19
Natural Solutions to Weight Loss . . . . .19
Stretching Your Way to Better Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Yoga (10 weeks) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Zumba (8 & 5 weeks) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Driving Courses
Driver’s Education for Teenagers . . 20, 21
Pre-License Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
SAT Review CoursesSAT (Math and Verbal) . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
ACT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Denotes new class offering
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Message from the Director
Welcome to the South Orangetown Central School District Continuing Education Program
The Fall 2016 Continuing Education Program is beginning soon. New Coursesbeing offered this year include: Wading Through Watercolors with Jayne Conte,
Come to My Kitchen, and Scrapbooking. Of course, all of your favorites havereturned again: Mat Core, Cardio into Mat, Slimmersize, Zumba, Country Line
Dancing, Volleyball, Genealogy, and Mah Jongg, just to name a few.If you haven’t had the chance to attend any Continuing Education courses, nowis the time to try. Courses such as Shall We Dance, Knitting Essentials, andHow to Apply Makeup are well-attended and feedback has been positive.Interested in learning a new language? Courses in French and Italian are beingoffered. Approaching retirement? Managing Cash Flow in Retirement andSocial Security Savvy will provide you with a wealth of knowledge. Not only willyou have fun learning, you will also get to meet other members of thecommunity.Courses that are geared towards students include Red Cross BabysittingCertification (ages 11-15), Driver’s Education, ACT, and SAT review courses.Please note these specific classes require a separate registration form that is
available on our website (www.socsdcontinuinged.org).All registration is by mail only but if you have any questions about any of ourprograms, please feel free to email me at tcampanella@socsd.org. You canalso call me at 845-379-1012. All calls will be returned promptly. It is importantto include your email on the registration form which will be used to notify you ifa class you registered for has been CANCELLED.Please check our website for any changes or additional information throughoutthe year. It is important to note that you will be contacted ONLY if a class iscancelled due to low enrollment.
Sincerely,Terry CampanellaDirector, Continuing Education
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You must register for ALL courses, even those with no fee.
Please write a SEPARATE check for EACH course.*Except Combo Classes
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Fees Course fees are listed for eachcourse. Course fees are NOT refundable unlessthe class is cancelled by the Director. Continuing Education courses areself-sustaining, therefore a minimumenrollment is necessary to supporteach course. If there are not enoughstudents enrolled in a course, it willbe cancelled. Unless you are notified,assume your class will be meeting.
PaymentChecks should be made payable toSouth Orangetown Central SchoolDistrict (SOCSD).There are some combination classeswhich offer a discount.
* Personal checks, bank checks andmoney orders will be accepted; cash will not be accepted.
* Please send separate checks for each course.
* All classes are held in the evening at specified locations.
Registration for all courses is by MAIL ONLYIf you have any questions concerningclasses, please call either 845-379-1012 or email:tcampanella@socsd.org.
To RegisterPlease use the form on the inside back cover (exceptions: Red Cross Babysitting, Driver’s Ed, ACT Reviewand SAT/ACT Review Courses) orattach a note stating course name,number, days/time of course, yourname, address, phone number, andemail address (required). Pleaseregister early. Enrollment is on afirst-come, first-served basis. Feesassociated with Italian Cooking aredue at the time of registration. SAT books must be purchased separately.
(See www.socsdcontinuinged.org)for details on book ISBN Number.
You must register for ALL courses, including those courses without a fee.
Mail the completed form to: Terry Campanella SOCSD Continuing Education 160 Van Wyck RoadBlauvelt, NY 10913
Class Dates* Class dates are listed in thebrochure for each class.
* Make-up class: TBD* Make up dates will be used only ifa class is cancelled.
* Most classes will run eight weeksunless specifically noted.
* Class locations are noted undereach program.
* Please check our website for classchanges or additions.
PLEASE NOTE:
You will NOTbe contacted if
classes are running.
Visit our website forchanges and additions
www.socsdcontinuinged.org
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Course SelectionCourses are scheduled in responseto community requests, based on theacademic and vocational interests ofour participants and the availability offacilities and instructors.
LocationTZHS = Tappan Zee High School
15 Dutch Hill Road,Orangeburg. Most classeswill meet at TZHS unlessotherwise stated.
SOMS = South Orangetown MiddleSchool, 160 Van Wyck Road, BlauveltWOS = William O. SchaeferElementary School, 140 Lester Dr, TappanCL = Cottage Lane ElementarySchool, 120 Cottage Lane, Blauvelt
Parking FacilitiesParking is available in lots adjacent toall the schools. The main entranceslocated at the front of the buildings willbe open during program hours.
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONRegarding EmergencyClosings / Class CancellationsDue to Inclement WeatherWhen the South Orangetown schoolsare closed during the day, or have anearly dismissal, Continuing Educationclasses will NOT be held thatafternoon or evening. In addition toschool closing announcements onWCBS 880AM, WHUD 100.7FM, andWFAS 103.9FM, log onto our websiteat www.socsdcontinu inged.org.Please note: you will NOT beemailed regarding anycancellations related to weather.Checking the district’s website isthe best way to keep informed ofcancellations.
Age RequirementParticipants in the ContinuingEducation Program must be 18 yearsof age or older. (Exceptions: SATReview, Driving Programs, and RedCross Babysitting)
Emergency ProceduresAll participants in the ContinuingEducation Program are required tofollow emergency procedures.Emergency exits and evacuationprocedures will be described by eachinstructor at the first class meeting.
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Important ContactInformation / EmailContinuing Education:845-379-1012; or email: tcampanella@socsd.org.
IMPORTANT - Class cancellations due to inclement weather:please check the Continuing Education webpage on thedistrict’s website: www.socsd.org If school is closed,continuing education classes will be CANCELLED.
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1. Managing Cash Flow in Retirement(three weeks) 7:00 - 9:00
Dates: Tuesdays, October 18, 25; November 1Fee: $20
Location: TZHS Room 609Instructor: Stewart Caesar, CFP, CRPC
If you’re 60 or over and are planning to or are already retired and want to avoidpotential costly mistakes, you should take this course. This course will focus onthe pitfalls and complex issues that face the retiree today, including: What arethe 7 biggest mistakes retirees make when buying an annuity? What is anannuity? Is one right for me? If so, which one is the right one: immediate, fixedor variable? Is there a way to get a guaranteed increase in income that will lastlike a pension? Should I take social securityat 62 or wait to 66 or 70? How can I start totake social security on my spouse’searnings and switch to a higher benefit atan older age? What is the best way to coordinate benefitsto get the highest payout? How can I safelytake money out of my investments withoutrunning out of money? How do I achievethe best return at the lowest risk? Howmuch should I keep in stocks? bonds? What are ETFs (Exchange Trade Funds)and how do they differ from my mutual fund? And much more….
2. Long Term Care 7:00 - 8:30Date: Tuesday, October 18
Fee: $20Location: TZHS Room 800
Instructor: Robert Stern
We will discuss State and Federal programs and their tax deductibility, and howthe new health care bill relates to long term care coverage. In this time of
economic turmoil it is critical that one learns the facts to protectyour retirement and your family. The single biggest risk anyoneover 50 faces is how will they pay for long term care sinceMedicare does not pay for it. Questions we will answer include: Isit better to buy coverage now, is it more expensive when I amolder? Are there discounts for good health? Are there spousaldiscounts? Can I get coverage after I have been diagnosedwith a serious illness?
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3. Secrets Wall Street Doesn’t Want You to KnowWhen Investing Your Money 6:00 - 7:30
Date: Thursday, October 27Fee: $40
Location: TZHS Room 801Instructor: Rick Nathan
Have you just come into some money or have some money to invest? Thislively, fact packed seminar is a must for those who want to learn from strictly a
consumer advocate, Richard Nathan. Since he is not a salesman andhas nothing to sell you, he will be blunt and straightforward aboutthings that you are not supposed to know and were never taughtin high school or college. You will be taught how not to be rippedoff when buying or leasing cars, buying insurance, investigating
long term care insurance, investing with or without financialplanners and when investing in mutual funds on your own. After taking thiscourse, you will have the confidence to invest on your own or be able tointerview financial planners so you can find those who are truly working for you.You will learn how to stretch and save your hard earned money. IT IS TIME TOTAKE CHARGE OF YOUR MONEY!!!
4. Great Real Estate DealsWhen Buying or Selling in Difficult Times 7:30 - 9:00
Date: Thursday, October 27Fee: $40
Location: TZHS Room 801Instructor: Rick Nathan
Instructor Richard Nathan has been buying and selling real estate for the past24 years. He has successfully taught this seminar In Massachusetts,
Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey andConnecticut for the past 20 years.
Because of difficult times in the economy, thereare some excellent deals in real estate. RickNathan is strictly a consumer advocate and is nota real estate agent, and he will teach you how to
get these great deals. He will teach you the pros and cons of foreclosures,short sales, rent with option to buy, owner financing, and buying for no moneydown, Also, he will show you how to wisely buy or sell investment property,primary homes, multi-families, and vacation homes.After this class you will know how to research property at the tax assessor’soffice, the county clerk’s office and various other methods to use to research aproperty including using web sites. Also, to be discussed is how to sell yourhome with or without a realtor.
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5. How to Drastically Cut Costs in Difficult Times 6:00 - 7:30Date: Thursday, October 27
Fee: $40Location: TZHS Room 800
Instructor: Bev Nathan
Instructor Bev Nathan formerly worked at a credit union whereshe showed members how to drastically cut their costs.
If you are trying to drastically cut costs because yourretirement plan or your savings plan has lost a lot of money oryou could lose your job and want to learn how to save 1000’sof dollars, this course will greatly help you. Bev Nathan, who is strictly aconsumer advocate, will explain how to save many thousands of dollars. To bediscussed are ways to save money by investing on our own with no-load mutualfunds, the benefits of credit unions, buying used cars, saving much moneywhen getting car, home and life insurance, and methods to reduce your schooland county taxes on your home. There are many other ways to save aconsiderable amount of money and these will be discussed in detail. Also,100’s of money saving web sites will be discussed.
6. Entrepreneurship Starting Your OwnBusiness with Little Money Down 7:30 - 9:00
Date: Date: Thursday, October 27Fee: $40
Location: TZHS Room 800Instructor: Bev Nathan
From this lively and informative seminar, you will learn behind the scenespractical information on how to start a successful home-based second-income business which can then becomefull time. With little money down, you will learn how todecide on a business or product to sell with minimalproblems. You will also learn how to avoid making majorfinancial mistakes. Taking this course will save you time,money and psychological wear and tear. Also, to be discussed will be franchising.
Bev Nathan is a successful business person for over 20 years. She presentlyruns her full time business in an office complex.
See our website for added programs throughout the year.www.socsdcontinuinged.org
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7. Social Security Savvy 6:30 - 8:30Date: Tuesday, November 8
Fee: $20Location: TZHS Room 609
Instructor: Eleanor Galt-Lin, Certified Financial Planner
Savvy Social Secrity Planning: What Baby Boomers need to know to maximizeretirement income.Get the answers to your questions:
l Will Social Security be there for me.l How much can I expect to receive?l Should I take Social Security early or wait until my full retirment age?.l Will Social Security be enough to live on?
Learn to identify the best available Social Security benefits:l Spousal and survivor benefitsl Divorced individual benefitsl When it makes sense to delay benefits – and when it does not
Learn how to create collection strategies which optimize lifetime benefits including:
l Coordinating benefits with your spousel File and suspend strategiesl Collect now, collect more later strategies
Taxation of Social Secuity Benefits
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8. American Mah Jongg (Beginners only) 6:45 – 8:45 p.m.Dates: Tuesdays, September 13, 20, 27; Thursdays, October 6, 13;
Tuesdays, October 18, 25; November 1 (Please note dates)Fee: $75
Location: TZHS LibraryInstructors: Regina Holihan & Cheryl Rudnitsky
Mah Jongg is a beautiful tile game that has maintained itspopularity for centuries, bringing together a community offriends from different cultures and different ages. This is youropportunity to have fun, make new friends, and stimulateyour mind. Please purchase the National Mah Jongg 2016card prior to the start of class. Please Note: Registration islimited to 16. (National Mah Jongg League rules will apply)
PLEASE remember to check the days, dates, time and location of your course !
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9. Come to My Kitchen (four weeks) 6:45 – 8:45Mondays: October 17, 24; November 7, 14
Fee: $50 & $25 materials fee due at registrationLocation: South Orangetown Middle School, Room 179
Instructor: Maryann Brancatelli
In my kitchen you will learn to prepare a variety of different recipes. This 4 weekcourse includes a dash of different cultures, and a pinch of kitchen and foodtips. Participants will help prepare and sample each recipe. We will begin ourfirst week with Italian Ricotta Balls followed by Polish Kielbasa Podwawelska,Greek Shrimp Mikrolimano, and ending with Chocolate Creations just in time forthe holidays.
10. French Conversation 7:00 - 8:00Dates: October 17, 24, 31;
November 7, 14, 21, 28; December 5 Location: TZHS Room C-1 Fee: $60
Instructor: Henri Draznin
This course is led by a native Parisian. Proper pronunciation andconversation will be the focus. It would be an advantage to have somebackground (vocabulary & grammar) in the French language fromeither high school or college, however not a requirement. Perfectcourse for someone who will be traveling to France.
11. Wading through Watercolors with Jayne Conte 6:45 – 8:45Wednesdays: October 5, 19, 26; November 2, 9
Fee: $55 plus supplies* Location: TZHS, Room 707
Instructor: Jayne Conte
Jayne Conte is a graphic designer, painter, and artist. She studied at theFashion Institute of Technology and the Art Students’ League of New York City.Previously, she worked as a creative director for a large publishing companywhere she designed both the interior and covers for textbooks in the collegedivision.Sometimes people can feel out of their depth when exploring new creativeoutlets. “Wading through Watercolors” breaks down the basic techniques ofwatercolors in a relaxing environment with plenty of hands-on instruction. Localartist Jayne Conte combines years of experience and a passion for art in herclass, and helps even the most novice painter create true works of art. Eachweek the class will dive into a new painting - Jayne demonstrating while theclass follows suit. A list of all required materials will be provided at registration.Get your feet wet with “Wading through Watercolors!” *Please note: a supplylist will be sent via email upon registration for course.
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12. Digital Photography 6:15 - 7:15Dates: Thursdays: October 6, 13, 27; November 3, 10, 17; December 1, 8
Location: TZHS Room 317 Fee: $50Instructor: Anthony Pantliano, Graphics Designer
This course will cover many facets of digital photography: frombasic concepts (mega pixels, flash modes, and proper focusingmethods, etc.), to more advanced ideas (the importance ofsensor size, shutter speed, aperture, and RAW shooting, etc.).It will also discuss the differences between Point & Shoot,Mirrorless, and DSLR cameras.In addition this course is ideal not only for those just starting out, but also forthose who want to get better results by learning how to use their camera fully.If you do not have a camera or are looking to upgrade, the first class will coverthe fundamentals of buying a good digital camera.
13. How to Apply Makeup (four weeks) 6:45 - 8:45Dates: Mondays: October 31; November 7, 14, 21
Location: TZHS Room 605 Fee: $45Instructor: Carrie Boecker
Follow along with professional make-up artist Carrie Becker, asyou learn how to apply your own make-up with confidence.You will receive hands-on training to help you find the rightcolors and proper techniques to bring out your best features! Supply list will be handed out the first night.
14. Shall We Dance 6:45 - 8:45Dates: Tuesdays: October 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14, 21, 28; December 5
Location: TZHS Cafe Fee: $50Instructor: Edward Sanchez
A beginner's class featuring: (Foxtrot, Tango, Merengue,Rhumba, Cha-cha, Swing, Waltz, Mashed Potatoes and Twist.This class is geared for people who want to go to a party andget up on the dance floor without being shy or nervous. Anyonecan learn and have fun! Wear comfortable clothing, bring water,hangers, a towel and wear sneakers. Last class will include a dress-up dance class. (You do not need a partner to participate)
If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please send an email totcampanella@SOCSD.org, or include a note when you register.
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15. American Red Cross Babysitting Training (ages 11-15) 3:15 - 6:15
2 sessions: Tuesday, October 25 & Wednesday, October 26Location: SOMS Room 177 Fee: $100 per student
PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18. NO EXCEPTIONS. CLASS IS LIMITED TO 12 STUDENTSREGISTRATION FORM FOR THIS COURSE IS AVAILABLE AT:www.socsdcontinuinged.org or SOMS Guidance Office. The 6 hour American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training coursegives 11 to 15 year olds the skills and confidence to safely andresponsibly care for children and infants. Through hands-onactivities, interactive video and lively discussions, the course teaches youngpeople how to:l Care for children and infants. l Write resumes and interview for jobs.l Make good decisions and solve problems. l Be good leaders & role models.l Keep the children they babysit & themselves safe.l Handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses, and household accidents.Students will receive materials that are useful both during the course and on thejob, including a handbook packed with information and full-color skill sheets; acompact emergency reference guide, an interactive CD-ROM, and an AmericanRed Cross certification.
16. Adult CPR Class 5:45 - 8:45Date: Thursday, November 3
Location: TZHS Room 607 Fee: $30 Instructor: Diane Conklin
This course is an American Health & Safety Institute class and hasthree components: Adult, Child, Infant. Students will learn how tohandle emergency situations: what to do if an adult is choking,experiencing a stroke, heart attack or a cardiac arrest. There willalso be instruction on an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator).
17. Italian Language and Culture 7:00 - 8:008 Weeks, Thursdays:
October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3, 10, 17; December 1 Location: TZHS Room C-3 Fee: $60
Instructors: Roberta Avantifiori, Patricia Castelli
Learn basic Italian communication phrases to get you through a trip to Italy andlearn everything you have ever wanted to know about Italian culture! Come andlearn to read Italian on your first night! Through communicative activities, youwill be able to hold short conversations in Italian. Arrrivederci a presto!
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18. Art History for Travelers: France, Italy, Greece (three weeks) 7:00 – 8:00
Mondays: October 17, 24, 31Location: TZHS Room 609 Fee: $50
Lecturer: Suzanne Altman
These lectures take viewers on a virtual tour of the stunning architecture,sculpture, and paintings produced in these countries spanning many centuries,cultures, and artistic styles. The beautiful slides make the history and artworkcome to life!
19. Must See Treasures of the Great New York Museums (three weeks) 7:00 – 8:00
Thursdays: November 3, 10, 17Location: TZHS Room 609 Fee $50
Lecturer: Suzanne Altman
The Metropolitan Museum of ArtFrom an Egyptian temple shipped block by block across the ocean; to a Romanbedroom preserved by the ashes of Mt. Vesuvius; to the most expensive (small)painting the museum owns; this lecture takes us on a tour of one of the finestmuseums in the world. Here we view the most important works of the late 19thand early 20th centuries; the era that put New York in theforefront of the art world. Works by Cezanne, Matisse, Picasso,Rauschenberg, Pollock and Warhol are included.
Other Great Museums of New YorkThis lecture takes us on a tour through the smaller and lesserknown gems of the NY museum scene such as the Frick, theBrooklyn Museum, the Jewish Museum, the Neue Galerie, others.
20. Genealogy (four weeks) New Topics! 6:45 – 8:45Tuesdays: October 18, 25; November 1 & 8
Location: TZHS Room 609 Fee $50Instructor: Tony Lauriano
This class offers four lectures: Finding Your Ancestors' Occupations - Usingvital and secondary records to find your ancestors' occupations inthe 19th and early 20th centuries; Finding Ladies Maiden Namesin Genealogy Research addresses the problem of finding elusivemaiden names in genealogy research; Sources of AncestralPhotos and Newspaper Articles in Family Research highlights thepossible sources of finding photos and news articles not in yourcollection; and Case Studies where actual case studies arereviewed to help you overcome " brick wall " obstacles in your
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Country Line Dancing
21. Beginner 7:00 - 8:00Wednesdays: September 21, 28; October 19, 26;
November 2, 9, 30; December 7Location: TZHS Cafe Fee: $55
Instructor: Patty Alfonso
Beginner - If you have already taken the Basic Beginner classand are comfort-able in doing a shuffle, grapevine with ease andwant to learn more steps at the next level then this is your class.No partner needed. Please bring water.
22. Basic Beginner 7:00 - 8:00Thursdays: September 22, 29; October 6, 13, 27; November 3, 10, 17
Location: TZHS Cafe Fee: $55 Instructor: Patty Alfonso
Come out and join the fun. Learn the basic steps of a grapevine, shuffle, jazzbox and more. Learn to put them together into a choreographed dance anddance to the music. No partner needed. Please bring water.
23. Knitting Essentials (six weeks) 7:15 - 8:45Thursdays: October 6, 13, 27; November 3, 10, 17
Location: TZHS Room 609 Fee: $50Instructor: Edwina Walker-Wright
In this course you will learn how to cast-on, complete the knit and purlstitches, combine the stiches to create basic patterns (for example:stockinette, seed and rib), cast-off your knitting and weave in yourends. No prior experience is required. This class will take youfrom novice to knitter in no time! What you’ll make: Scarf
Required supplies: one (1) ball of worsted-weight yarn; set of size10 straight knitting needles; tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
24. Scrapbooking 7:15 – 8:45Tuesdays: October 18, 25; November 1, 8
Fee: $50 + $20 materials fee due at registration*Location: TZHS Room 801
Instructor: Edwina Walker-Wright
In this class, you'll learn how to scrapbook and create simple, yet beautifulkeepsakes. You'll also learn how to organize your photos, tools, where to findinspiration, and SO MUCH MORE! Bring your photos from the summer or anyother special occasions. Also included is a Brief introduction to Card Making: inthis age of digital media, isn’t it nice to give a handmade card? Create a Cardfor every occasion.*Materials fee includes three layouts and one card.
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25. Mat Core Workout 4:45 - 5:45Dates: Mondays:
September 12, 19, 26; October 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14 Location: WOS Gym
Instructor: Laura DiMaio Fee: $55Brief warm up routine and weight resistance with light weights (2 - 5 lbs).Concentrated mat work strengthening the core, building strong muscles andcreating a sleek, toned body. This course will increase your flexibility and agilitywhile improving your coordination and balance and elongating andstrengthening your muscles. A body with balanced strength and flexibility is lessprone to injury. Wear comfortable clothing and bring an exercise mat, lightweights (2-5 lbs) and water.
26. Slimmersize 7:30 - 8:30 Dates: Mondays:
September 12, 19, 26; October 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14Location: TZHS (Back Gym/Wrestling Room)
Instructor: Laura DiMaio Fee: $55Look your best and feel better, too! Firm and tone all parts of your body togreat music. Beginning with warm-ups and stretching, continuing on with weightresistance with light weights (2 to 5lbs), followed by an energized cardiovascularworkout. The class will also include an intense core and abdominal workout.Wear comfortable clothing and bring an exercise mat, water and light weights.
27. Cardio into Mat 4:45 - 5:45Dates: Wednesdays:
September 14, 21, 28; October 5, 19, 26; November 2, 9Location: WOS Gym
Fee: $55Instructor: Laura Di Maio
First half of the class will be warm ups,cardio moves, and weight resistancewith light weights (2 - 5 lbs), followed bymat work concentrating on the "core"and building core stability, flexibility andbalance. (See Winter Mini Sessions on page 17)
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Mini Sessions (five weeks each):
28. Mat Core Mini 4:45 - 5:45Dates: Mondays: January 9, 23, 30; February 6, 13
Location: WOS Fee: $40
29. Slimmersize Mini 4:45 - 5:45 Dates: Mondays, January 9, 23, 30; February 6, 13
Location: WOS Fee: $40
30. Cardio into Mat Mini 4:45 - 5:45 Dates: Wednesdays: January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1
Location: WOS Fee: $40
31. Combo Classes:Two Combo classes Fee: $90Two Mini Sessions Fee: $70
32. Volleyball 7:00 - 9:00Dates: Wednesdays:
Wednesdays: September 28; October 5, 19, 26; November 2, 16, 30; December 7, 14
Location: SOMSGym Fee: $65Instructor: Aydin AkdemirThis exciting program is for experienced volleyball playerswho understand the fundamentals of the game and arecomfortable with bumping, setting, spiking, and serving. Youwill have a great time while enjoying moderate competitionwith other players skilled in organized play following standard game rules.Due to the level of play, this program is recommended for intermediate andhigher experience levels and therefore not well suited for beginner players.Must be 18 years or older.
33. Volleyball Mini-Session 7:00 - 9:00Wednesdays: January 4, 11, 18; February 1, 7
Location: SOMS Gym Fee: $45
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34. Yoga (10 weeks) 6:45 - 7:45Dates: Wednesdays:
September 14, 21; October 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16, 30; December 7, 14Location: Cottage Lane Gym Fee: $90
Instructor Sau Ma & Yim Ma
A great way to exercise and relieve stress is Yoga. Thiscourse will include the instruction and application of thefundamental principles of yoga, postures and breathingtechniques, to create an engaging practice that integratessequences of poses. Students will have the opportunity toexplore variations of postures, including backbends andinversions.
35. Zumba 7:00 - 8:00Dates: Mondays: September 12, 19, 26; October 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14;
Location: SOMS Cafeteria Fee: $60Instructor: Jenny Favre
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Zumba is an energetic class thatcombines Latin Dance styles with cardio for a body sculpting workout. Witheasy-to-follow dance steps, the class fuses Latin and international rhythms withfast and slow beats to create a routine that tones and sculpts your body whileburning fat. Experience an absolute blast in a cl a ss of heart racing, musclepumping, and body energizing movements. Bring a friend and double your funas you dance and party together. No dance experience is needed. Wearworkout clothes and shoes. Due to the nature of physical activity involved,participants should consult their physician prior to registering.
36. Zumba Mini Session 7:00 - 8:00Dates: Mondays: January 9, 23, 30; February 6, 13
Location: SOMS Cafeteria Fee: $40See description above in class #34
Course fees are NOT refundable unless the class iscancelled by the Director. You will be notified if the course
is cancelled, otherwise assume your class is meeting.
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37. Natural Solutions to Arthritis 6:30 - 7:30A natural wellness approach forless arthritis pain
Date: Wednesday, October 5Location: TZHS Room 609 Fee: $10
Instructor: Dr. Klayman
Dr. Klayman is a New York State Licensed Primary Care doctor and member of the international non-profit organization called Foundation forWellness Professionals. You do not have to live with Arthritic pain. You just need better strategies and agame plan that's easy to follow. This presentation will explain what arthritisreally is, who is susceptible to arthritis, what causes it, how to relieve painassociated with Arthritis, and the powerful steps that YOU can take to reduceand prevent this common, but often avoidable joint disease.
38. Nutritional Solutions to Weight Loss 6:30 - 7:30How to rid your body of harmful toxins while losing weight naturally
Date: Wednesday, October 19 Location: TZHS Room 609 Fee: $10
Instructor: Dr. Klayman
Lets face it, we live in toxic world. But, you can cleanse your body of thoseimpurities in our air, water and food and have better, healthier life! This classteaches you the ins and outs of nutritional cleansing and it can safely &effectively lower weight while restoring better energy, sleep and overall health.You can have better year and better life, starting today. Join us and discoverwhat many already know!
39. Stretching Your Way To Better Health 6:30 - 7:30Date: Wednesday, October 26Location: TZHS Room 609
Instructor: Dr. Klayman
STOP guessing how to get the most out your exercise routine and discover howyou can get MORE energy, MORE stamina and MORE success inyour health goals by stretching and exercising the RIGHT WAY.This is the key to self-help pain reduction, better flexibility and morestrength. Join us for a fun session that will directly help YOU theminute you arrive. Get ready for an amazing year thatstarts here!
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DRIVER EDUCATION FOR STUDENTSCourse Purpose: This course teaches students the laws, defensivedriving techniques, and responsibilities pertaining to driving inNew York State. The course provides 48 hours of instructionover 32 classroom and in-car sessions (each session being90 minutes in length) as mandated by the New York StateDepartment of Education. All instruction is administered bya certified classroom teachers and driving instructors. The in-car portion is conducted in specially equipped cars.
Benefits: Successful completion of the program earns a student a Certificate ofCompletion form (MV-285). This allows a student to obtain a senior license atage 17. Halfway through the semester, the students are given a Pre-LicensingCourse Completion Certificate (MV-278), a requirement for road testappointments. Many insurance companies also offer a 10 - 15% discount on thebase rate of your insurance premium; but please check with your insurancecompany for specifics.
Program Requirements: Students must be at least 16 years of age by the startof the program. Classes are mandatory and attendance will be monitored.Lecture and Road assignments are for 90 minute time blocks. Students attendeach class once a week for approximately 16 weeks from the start of theprogram. All classes are held at Tappan Zee High School. IMPORTANT: Failure to attend all classes will result in forfeiture of certificate.
In-car sessions are assigned on a first registered/first served basis. To request driving times you must fill out an application which can be accessedonline at www.socsdcontinuinged.org. Students will meet at front entrance ofTappan Zee High School at their scheduled times for their in-car lessons.
Please Note: All applications MUST include student email address which will beused to notify student when certificate is ready to be picked up. In addition,there is a $5 fee charged for lost certificates.
Tuition for the program is $480. Please make your check payable to South Orangetown School District and attach the completed application, signed by a parent or guardian, and mail to:
Continuing EducationAttn: Mrs. Campanella160 Van Wyck RoadBlauvelt, NY 10913
Students must attend all 16 lecture and 16 driving classes to receive certificate.
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40. Drivers Education Fee: $480Application for course is available on the District website under ContinuingEducation. MANDATORY ORIENTATION MEETING FOR STUDENT &PARENT – THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2016, 7:00 P.M., TZHS AUDITORIUM.
Information will be posted on the Continuing Ed website in late July or early August
Instructor: Bill Hodrinsky (Lecture Teacher)PAS Auto School (in-Car)
* Students taking the drivers education course do not have to take the pre-license course that is required for the road test. Course is included.
* Classes will be offered after school at 3:30 p.m. and at 5:00 p.m. * Students must attend all 16 classes in order to receive a certificate ofcompletion. Make-up classes will be announced during class time.Contact Mrs. Campanella for further information at 845-379-1012 or by email at tcampanella@socsd.org.
41. Pre-License Course (5-hour) 3:45 - 8:45 Fee: $45Date: Thursday, October 6 Location: TZHS Room 310
Instructor: PAS Auto School
This is a National Safety Council 5 hour pre-licensing course presented by PASAuto School. This course will satisfy the NYS requirement for classroomtraining as a prerequisite for taking the road test to obtain a driver’s license.You must have a valid learner’s permit to register. (Students taking the Driver’sEd Program do not have to take an additional Pre-License course).
42. Defensive Driving 5:45 - 8:45 Fee: $55Dates: Part I: Date: Thursday, October 20
Part II: Date: Thursday, October 27Location: TZHS Room 310
Instructor: PAS Auto School
This is a National Safety Council Defensive DrivingCourse presented by PAS Auto School. This six-hourclassroom course on motor vehicle collision preventionuses a multi media approach to training. Ten-percentreduction in collision and liability insurance premiumsfor 3 years and 4 points removed from your drivingrecord. You must have a valid driver’s license toregister for this course.
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Learn proper strategies for this new exam.Learn strategies for the English and optional new essay format.Learn strategies for the extended content in math.Learn strategies for the extended critical thinking required for readingcomprehension.Learn proper strategies for answering questions and NEW scoring policy.
This review course is a great opportunity to work with an experienced teacher.The course will focus on material covered as well as strategy and testing tests.Students who have taken the class have experienced increased comfort andperformance on the test. Seats are limited. There will be a short breakbetween classes.
Students must purchase their own College Board 2016 SAT Review Book, available at local book stores or online
See www.socsdcontinuing ed.org for further registration form or contact TerryCampanella at tcampanella@socsd.org or at 845-379-1012
To register for the NEW SAT REVIEW, please mail check to: Continuing Education, 160 Van Wyck Road, Blauvelt, NY 10913; Attention: Terry Campanella
43. SAT Review Course (4 week session) 4:30 - 7:30SAT Exam Date: Saturday, October 1, 2016
Instructor: Eileen FiorentinoDates: Thursdays: September 8, 15, 22, 29Location: TZHS Room 305Fee: $185
44. SAT Review Course (8 week session) 3:30 - 6:30SAT Exam Date: Saturday, November 5, 2016
Instructor: Eileen FiorentinoDates: Thursdays: September 8, 15, 22, 29; October 6, 13, 27, Nov 3Location: TZHS Room 305Fee: $365 for both courses (Verbal AND Math)
$230 for both courses (Verbal OR Math)
Students must purchase their own SAT Review Book
See www.socsdcontinuing ed.org for further information and book details or contact Terry Campanella at 845-680-1012 or 845-379-1012
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Name________________________________________________________________
Street Address ________________________________________________________
Town _____________________________ State __________ Zip_________
Email Address ______________________________________________________
Home Phone ( _______ ) __________________________________________
Business Phone ( _______ ) __________________________________________
Course Number _________ Course Name ______________________________
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO SOCSD
Mail completed form to:Continuing Education Program Course Fee: $____________Attn: Terry Campanella160 Van Wyck RoadBlauvelt, New York 10913
Please write a separate check for each course.No refunds unless the course is cancelled by Director.
45. ACT Review Course (four week session) 3:30 - 6:30ACT Exam Date: Saturday, October 22, 2016
Instructor: Eileen FiorentinoDates: Tuesdays: September 13, 20, 27; October 18Location: TZHS, Room 308 Fee: $230
l Learn proper strategies for answering questions and scoring policyl Learn strategies for all test sections: English, Reading, Math, and Sciencel Learn Strategies for the optional new essay format
Students must purchase the Real ACT PREP GUIDE (with 5 real ACT tests). Book can be purchased online or at local bookstores.
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