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WHO’S WHO IN PRIVATE Schools & CAMPS2014BROWARD’S PREMIER GUIDE FOR EDUCATION & RECREATION

At Beth Emet Elementary School, students reach their full potential through a challenging, academically advanced curriculum and a warm, supportive environment that promotes critical thinking, creative expression, self-esteem, and Jewish ethics. With emphasis on intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth, students acquire the tools that will serve them through any path that their lives will follow.

Embracing the whole child philosophy, our rich curriculum and passionate approach to learning and teaching stimulates students to grow and develop, gain confi dence, and take risks. Beginning in Kindergarten, students are instructed in a wide variety of academic subject areas that include: Language Arts and Literature, Math, Science, Social Studies, Hebrew and Judaic Studies, Chess, Sports, Swimming, Music Appreciation, Art Appreciation, Spanish, Agronomy, and Dance. Cross curricular technology integration enhances interactive learning, with SMART Boards, Google Chromebooks, Tablets, iPads, and a computer lab.

Our low student/teacher ratios facilitate

multi-track curricular implementation and individual student learning. With the focus on cultivation of life long skills, students are encouraged to think critically and independently, develop solid organization, and study habits, and become profi cient in both spoken and written communicative expression.

Beth Emet Elementary recognizes the signifi cance of instilling in its students a healthy awareness of the world around them, and the accountability for taking action to make it a better place. Our school spirit promotes Jewish ethics and character building, fostering a culture of respect and responsibility. Students are empowered with a sense of empathy, compassion, and confl ict resolution skills to guide them in their interpersonal relationships.

We are committed to helping our students reach their full potential, both academically and as contributing members of society.

We invite you to tour our school and learn more about our innovative approach to education. To schedule a personal tour please call the school offi ce at 954-680-1882.

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BETH EMET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL4807 S. Flamingo Road

Cooper City, FL 33330

954-680-1882

www.bethemetschool.com

D I R E C T O R » Noemi Gozlan

G R A D E S » K-5

A C C R E D I T A T I O N S » AISF and NCPSA

O T H E R P R O G R A M S O F F E R E D » Early Childhood

10 weeks-PreK » Day Camp:

10 weeks-8th Grade » Teen Travel Camp:

6th-10th Grade » Youth Group:

Grades K-12

It’s clear that Beth Emet Elementary has surpassed our expectation in the education of our children.

If you are of a certain age, memories of Jewish schools, however fond, probably do not include innovative curricula, state-of-the-art S.T.E.M. facilities, advanced technology, award-winning music and theater programs, and winning sports teams. At David Posnack Jewish Day School (Posnack) and the Paul & Maggie Fischer High School these are everyday realities for students.

General and Jewish learning reinforce each other to create well-rounded students ready to take on the challenges of 21st-century living, including the important challenge of what it means to live in a community and be active contributors to civic life. One thing that sets Posnack apart is its dedication to inclusivity, accepting students without regard to affi liation to any one type of Judaism. As a result, the school’s diverse student body truly represents the full spectrum of Jewish life in South Florida.

In the face of falling math scores in the State and nationwide, Posnack has instituted Singapore Math and abacus math instruction in the Lower and

Middle Schools to reverse these trends. By developing greater ability to visualize and do mental math, students improve their numeracy and problem solving skills. The middle and high schools use one-to-one tablet technology daily to enhance learning, while the Lower School students utilize iPads daily. Posnack is now taking technology to the next level by launching a TV production studio for Fischer High students. Graduates rank in the top 5% of college applicants nationwide and are admitted to the fi nest colleges and universities in the United States and around the world. Posnack is truly training South Florida’s future leaders.

The school is located in Davie on the beautiful 40-acre Posnack JCC campus. The students have full access to the facilities. Posnack boasts extensive athletic programs with more than 22 teams to join including boys and girls varsity basketball, soccer, swimming, and new this year, lacrosse. Technology, athletics, the arts, and innovative teaching methods add up to making Posnack South Florida’s premier K-12 college preparatory school.


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DAVID POSNACK JEWISH DAY SCHOOL5890 S. Pine Island Rd., Suite A

Davie, FL 33328

954-583-6100 ext. 641

www.posnackschool.org

H E A D O F S C H O O L » Dr. Richard Cuenca

G R A D E S » K-12

S P E C I A L T I E S » Singapore and Abacus Math » One-to-one tablet program » Cappie award-winning

theatre program » K-12 Learning Resource

A C C R E D I T A T I O N S » SACS » AISF

O P E N H O U S E » April 2 from 9 to 11am

At Posnack, we are preparing the next generation of Jewish leaders.

On a vibrant, expansive campus that currently houses nearly 2,000 students in prekindergarten through grade 12, University School students enjoy a challenging academic curriculum with a wide range of choices, strong fi ne and performing arts options, and a robust athletic program. University School helps develop global leaders who acquire the knowledge, skills, and habits that are required for them to be successful. This year, the Robotics Team won the highest award at their recent tournament, the speech and debate team ranks in the top 1 percent in the nation (third year in a row), and our chess teams scored among the top fi ve in their grade-defi ned sections and qualifi ed for the chess championship (third year in a row)!

Starting as early as prekindergarten, University School sets a foundation for success and a love for learning in a child-centered environment. Active learning, personalized instruction, and skilled teachers (75 percent have advanced degrees)—who use a combination of developmental theories to design a unique learning program for each child—are the hallmarks of University School’s early childhood programs and set it apart from other schools.

While there are many resources

available to students who attend University School, its location on the campus of Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is a unique advantage. University School’s collaboration with NSU—the ninth largest, not-for-profi t, private university in the nation—offers our students a host of opportunities.

As part of NSU, University School affords students unprecedented access to college-level resources, which gives students an advantage as they prepare for post-secondary school life. University School has a number of innovative academic programs where collaboration with NSU has led to new levels of research and scholarly achievement. Many University School students are Science Research Program participants, Robotics Team members, Independent Research Study participants, Math Fellows, and Writing Fellows. Through these affi liations, they have the opportunity to work alongside and share a campus with world-class NSU scientists, researchers, and distinguished professors, who visit University School classrooms and mentor students.

University School has the right formula and the right environment to promote all students’ abilities to learn, grow, and succeed academically, socially, and personally.


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UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY3375 SW 75 Avenue

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33314

954-262-4506

www.uschool.nova.edu

H E A D M A S T E R » Jerome S. Chermak

G R A D E S » PreK-12

A C C R E D I T A T I O N S » Southern Association of

Colleges and Schools » Florida Council of

Independent Schools » Florida Kindergarten Council » Association of Independent

Schools of FloridaM E M B E R S H I P S » National Association of

Independent Schools » Educational Records Bureau » The College Entrance

Examination Board » National Association of

College Admission Counseling » National Association of

Laboratory SchoolsO P E N H O U S E D A T E S » PreK & K March 8 at 10am » Grades 1-5 March 19 at 9am » Grades 6-12 March 20 at 9am

The years I spent at University School were the best! The lessons I learned from my teachers were inspiring and the connections I made being on a college campus were and continue to be invaluable.

Recently opened in Weston TREE OF LIFE PRESCHOOL is situated in a 13,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility on 2 1/2 acres.

It has quickly become one of the premier Preschool’s in West Broward by providing a high level of service to their students and families.

The philosophy of the school is that “The social & educational foundation of a child begins…where Teaching begins.”

The staff holds over 25 years of experience and are degreed & certifi ed to teach the bright young minds a wealth of knowledge thru the center-based classrooms. There is also available a full-time bilingual curriculum. The classes are equipped with the latest in learning tools for science, math, languages, reading readiness, arts, dramatic play and also laptops & iPads. The preschool offers a unique curriculum created by taking two of the top rated curriculums and combining them into one high learning curriculum.

The school’s prides itself on academically challenging every child at their new stage of growth and development preparing them for Kindergarten. Tree of Life has set the bar high for Preschools…every detail of the school delivers a sense of safe learning environment & family atmosphere. The facility offers an indoor playground that is used for learning thru fun activities; it also has a beautiful oak tree in the center which has a tunnel running thru it. The school houses a kid’s cafeteria serving only 100% Organic lunches. As for security, the school has bullet-proof glass doors, latest in HD security camera system, secured coded system for entry and all the classrooms contain a water fountain & their own bathroom eliminating the need for the children to leave the class. Last but not least Tree Of Life Christian Academy Preschool counts with 4 outdoor playgrounds which includes a Miami Heat themed basketball court.


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TREE OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PRESCHOOL1250 SW 160th Ave.

Weston, FL 33326

954-440-0174

www.treeofl ifeacademy.com

P R O G R A M S » Fulltime » Part Time » Bi-lingual Curriculum offered

A G E S » Infants - 5 years old

E n r i c h m e n t s » Sports » Art & Crafts » Dance/Ballet » Cooking » Computers

We wanted to create a school that had a WOW factor & we guarantee there is no early childhood facility in the area like Tree Of Life

TEMPLE DOR DORIMEARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

2360 Glades Circle

Weston, FL 33327

954-389-1232

www.templedordoirm.org

D I R E C T O R » Jodi Cohen, MSEd

P R O G R A M S » Mommy & Me Programs and

Parent Center » NAEYC Accredited Preschool

3 mos. – Kindergarten » Before care and after school

programs and Enrichment classes

» Summer Camp program 14 mos. – 10 yrs.

Temple Dor Dorim Early Childhood Center has earned the reputation for meeting the highest standards of excellence in early childhood education. As a NAEYC accredited school, State Gold Seal recipient and VPK provider, they consistently strive to reach above and beyond their status as an award winning early childhood program. The highly qualifi ed team of educators at TDD take the role as active learners in the areas of research, practices and trends in education, in order to ultimately “design”

the best program to meet children’s individual needs. These efforts are evident in the exceptional kindergarten readiness scores that the school has continually received which exemplify the school’s commitment to quality education.

Enrichments to the curriculum include Sports, Music, Library, Foreign Language and Gardening. After school enrichments include Sports, Yoga, cooking and more. Temple Dor Dorim Early Childhood Center also offers extended care, a baby and me program as well as summer camp.


THE SAGEMONT SCHOOLLOWER SCHOOL CAMPUS, PRESCHOOL – 5TH GRADE1570 Sagemont WayWeston, FL 33326954-384-5454

UPPER SCHOOL CAMPUS, GRADES 6-122585 Glades CircleWeston, FL 33327954-389-2454

www.sagemont.com

P R E S I D E N T » Dr. Brent Goldman, Ed.D

O P E N H O U S E » March 16, 1-3pm,

for Grades 6 – 12 » March 19, starting at 9am

for Preschool – 5th Grade

The Sagemont School in Weston serves students from preschool to 12th grade. The school is known for its nurturing environment, cultural diversity and an excellent college planning program that starts in middle school. At Sagemont, a student’s achievements in academics, extra-curricular activities, and high stakes test taking skills are encouraged at every level. Sagemont graduates are accepted into the fi nest colleges and universities in the country. Elementary age students are introduced to

a wide variety of programming including Spanish for both native and non-native speakers, swimming, the arts and athletics. Older students can build their portfolios with a variety of advanced placement classes, after school clubs and more than 32 athletic teams. Watch for Sagemont’s new 10,000 square foot Visual and Performing Art Center including a 150 seat black box theater. Join us for Open House: March 16, 1-3pm, Grades 6-12 & March 19, starting at 9am, for Preschool – 5th Grade.


WESTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY1420 Indian Trace

Weston, FL 33326

954-349-9224

westonchristianacademy.org

G R A D E S » Preschool ages 3 & 4 » Elementary:

Kindergarten-5th » Middle School: 6th-8th

S P E C I A L T I E S » Classical Christian

EducationA C C R E D I T A T I O N S » SACS (Southern

Association of Colleges and Schools)

» ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International)

O P E N H O U S E D A T E S » Friday, February 21

at 9:00 a.m. » Friday, March 7

at 9:00 a.m. » Friday, April 25

at 9:00 a.m. » Friday, May 23

at 9:00 a.m.

Weston Christian Academy has been shaping young hearts and minds through its academic and spiritual programs since it was established in 1995. The school serves students of Christian families, from preschool aged students of 3 years of age through the 8th grade. The school has become well known for its Classical approach in academics as well as its new state-of-the-art Science labs for elementary and middle school students, computer labs, laptop and Ipad mobile labs, new outdoor playgrounds, library, indoor gym, and student center, where weekly chapels are held.

WCA’s rigorous academic programs and low student-teacher ratios have earned the school a ranking in the top 10 percent of schools nationally, when compared to other schools who take the

IOWA exam. Much of this success can be attributed to a classical education that emphasizes reading great literature, excellence in writing, learning grammar at the early grades, strong math skills, and most importantly, a thorough knowledge and understanding of God’s Word. In an effort to educate the whole child, students are exposed to music, drama, and the visual arts. They attend special classes such as: Computers, Library, Latin, Art, Band, Music, Chorus, Physical Education, and Spanish.

Middle schools students have an opportunity to take high school level courses and compete in several sports (fl ag football, basketball, cheerleading, baseball, softball, soccer, tennis, volleyball) as part of the Independent Athletic League and the FHSAA.


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Known as Weston’s best kept secret, Weston Christian Academy is shaping young hearts and minds.

CAMP SAGEMONT1570 Sagemont WayWeston, FL 33326954-384-1894

www.campsagemont.com

C A M P D I R E C T O R » Danielle Guski

P R O G R A M » Traditional Day Camp » Travel Camp » Sports Camp » Art Camp » Adventure Camp » Summer School » Many other weekly camp

offeringsO P E N H O U S E » April 13, 2014 from 1-4pm

Camp Sagemont is not your typical Summer Camp. We tailor our programs for campers from 3 years of age through 8th grade, offering a unique selection of specialty camp programs, appealing to all interests. For the fi rst time this summer, campers attending the Traditional Camp Program will be able to select from various Camp Clubs for their afternoon activities. Camp Sagemont offers a wide array of camps for older campers, such as Junior

Lifeguarding, Creative Writing, Adventure, Art, Sports, two different Science Camps, and a Leader in Training Program. “Camp is a special time in a child’s life. It’s a time when life-long memories and friendships are created. Camp Sagemont is proud to provide a safe, fun and family environment, where campers are nurtured” shares Camp Director Danielle Guski. Please join us for our Camp Sagemont Open House on April 13, 2014 from 1-4pm.


CAMPLINGUAParkway School1200 S. Flamingo Rd.

Davie, FL 33325

954-642-CAMP(2267)

www.CampLingua.com

Visit us on at our open house

on March 15th and May 17th

from 10am-1pm for exclusive

early bird discounts.

D I R E C T O R » Johana Galavis

[email protected]

P R O G R A M S » Full Immersion Language

Summer Camp in Spanish, English, French, Portuguese or Mandarin

A G E S » 3-16

Camp Lingua is a unique language immersion program where children enjoy an enriching, fun experience while developing language and critical thinking skills. Our natural, open-ended multisensory approach consists of visual, auditory and physical practice in a language immersion environment which stimulates language acquisition.

Our Language Camps is the perfect way to help your child explore a second language while making new friends. They will learn easily by seeing, hearing and putting a language in action

Our fun method of learning takes children in a journey they will want to be a part of. Some of our activities include sports, outdoor games, fi eld games, horseback riding, team activities, water games and Wednesday fi eld trips. A combination of a

state-of-the-art methodology, arts & crafts, music, dance, theater, interactive group language lab and camp guides to literally surround

children with new language - ensure a natural language learning experience. Camp lingua offers exclusive payment plans, discounts and special rates.

C A M P P R O F I L E

Wondering what your child will do this summer? YMCA Summer Camps are the place for them to make friends, have fun, get active and discover who they are and what they can achieve. Our activities, which range from sports and arts to leadership development, give you the opportunity to become a confi dent kid today and a healthier, happier grown-up tomorrow.

Kids can expect to experience something new every day. Whether it’s through singing or swimming, through nature hikes or sports, or fashion shows or leadership training, we help them grow as individuals and leaders.

Campers in kindergarten through eighth grades participate in safe activities such as arts and crafts, nature and environmental activities, fi eld trips, and character and value development activities. Also, high school students can develop leadership skills while volunteering their time assisting

with the day campers.Sometimes kids need a little extra

guidance or support. The Y is the place to get it. We’re guided by our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. But most of all, we’re there for the kids in our community.

Our trained and certifi ed camp counselors are there to provide a safe, fun educational experience that helps campers learn, grow and thrive. All of our Summer Camp Counselors are certifi ed in CPR, First Aid, AED and Bloodborne Pathogens safety. And Certifi ed lifeguards are always on duty in our pool.

Summer vacation is just around the corner and the Weston and Pembroke Pines YMCAs are now registering children for Summer Camp. Y Summer Camps cater to working parents as much as they do non-working parents. Extended Day with early drop-off and late pick-up are available.

WESTON YMCA20201 Saddle Club Road

Weston, FL 33327

954 424 9622

PEMBROKE PINES YMCA501 SW 172nd Avenue

Pembroke Pines, FL 333029

954 727 9622

C A M P S » Specialty » Sports » Wellness » Adventure » Teen » Aquatics » Diva » Glee » Arts & More » Full & Half-day camps

available

A G E S » 5 - 15

O P E N H O U S E : » 5:30-7:30 PM June 6

Pembroke Pines YMCA » 5:30-7:30 PM June 6

Weston YMCA

CAMP NOVAUniversity School of Nova Southeastern University3375 SW 75 AvenueFt. Lauderdale, FL 33314954.262.4528

www.uschool.nova.edu/summer

C A M P D I R E C T O R » Bryon Rostanzo

P R O G R A M » Camp Nova is comprised of

four, two-week sessions and a post camp beginning June 9 and ending August 15.

» Ages: Kindergarten – Grade 11

Camp Nova at University School of Nova Southeastern University is open to students in kindergarten to grade 11, and provides campers with a summer full of smiles, laughs, fun with new friends, and plenty of good memories. Students can spend their summer mastering the art of archery, stunting in cheerleading, learning martial arts, grooving to the music in dance, exploring technology/video game design, improving their sports skills, and more! A camper’s summer experience will also include swimming in a state-of-the-

art aquatics center, interactive Wacky Wednesday and Fun Friday events, weekly fi eld trips, and exciting off-campus and in-house activities. In addition, students can choose to participate in one of our specialty camps including Junior Lifeguard, Basketball, Teen Travel, Tennis, Theatre, and more!

The program is comprised of four, two-week sessions and a post camp beginning June 9 and ending August 15.

We look forward to providing a memorable camp experience for your child!

C A M P P R O F I L E

Summer F

University Schoolof Nova Southeastern University

uschool.nova.edu (954) 262-4528

for ages 5 - 17

Camp Sessions run fromJune 9 - August 1 (2 week sessions available)

Post Camp Sessions run from August 4 – 15. (daily field trips)Camp hours are: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (before and after care available)Hot lunch and snacks are included.

Students will explore acting through voice and movement,story-telling, individual and group exercises, character work,and theatre games. At the end of camp, students willshowcase their work in a musical theatre production featuringDisney’s Aladdin Jr. Session dates are June 9 – July 18.

at Camp Nova

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