Fall 2009 Workshop Series

October 5 - November 25 (8 wks)* 3:25 – 4:30**unless noted

       Monday              Tuesday         Wednesday            Thursday       Friday

DISCOUNTS: (apply only once, not piano)

10% off: Registered & mthly unlmtd. after-school students or siblings  15% off: BNS/BCS staff children

25% off: Unlimited Plan (yearly) after-school students

   ***NEW Unlimited Half-Time Plan – See flyers around school

Choose one workshop per day. Piano students may also participate in other workshops if piano time is not btw 3:30-4:30 Register for after-school to use after workshops.

Registration forms must be returned by Friday, October 2!

No Classes: Mon 10/12, Tues 11/3, Tues 11/10 half day, Wed 11/11, Thurs11/26 and Fri 11/27,

BNS After-School Program* 347-277-6579 * bnsafterschoolprogram@yahoo.com

Class Descriptions (alphabetical order)

Art (2d/3d) – Join Ann for another 2D and 3D art quest. Children will use a variety of materials to paint, mold, draw, print, collage and more! Instructor: Ann Rosen, BNS art teacher

Aviation Club – Build and fly model planes from scratch. Explore the world of aviation and build 3-4 model planes. Each aviator learns to read plans, use metric rulers, make necessary calculations and work with different hobby tools. http://www.thehobbyquest.com Grades: k-2.

Capoeira – Capoeira is an art form that combines music, singing, dance, martial art and acrobatics. It is also culture, exercise and self-discipline.

Kids’ Capoeira (younger grades) classes are taught using games and exercises emphasizing music and acrobatics—working both physical coordination and mental abilities. Classes cover basic capoeira techniques, rhythms, instruments, and songs in Portuguese. It also emphasizes cooperation and spatial awareness and focuses on building basic physical skills and coordination. Students begin to learn acrobatic movements and improve balance and coordination of the arms and legs. Kids’ Capoeira for older grades emphasizes skill building and leadership, and builds strength, flexibility, and endurance. Students also begin learning more complex acrobatics and sequences of movements. We have capoeira t shirts available for all beginners’ students. For pricing and ordering contact me @ pimentinhaba@hotmail.com/ 718.216 5448. Paula Verdino

Chess Beg – Introduce your child to the most amazing board game ever invented!  Every child will fall in love with chess as they learn the basics—how the pieces move, castling, check, and check mate.  Fun and friendly for even the most inexperienced chess player. Instructor: Sam Barkin

Co-ed Soccer – Girls and boys will hone their athletic soccer skills through drills and games outside, weather permitting. Sneakers, shorts, t-shirt, and shin guards req. Enjoy playing outdoors in the fall weather .Grades: 3-5. Instructor: Jonathan Hardy

Cooking with Chocolate – Cook, create, and enjoy delicious masterpieces using chocolate in a variety of ways. Yum! Grades: K-2. 10 Student max. Instructor: Mary Ann Laborda, BNS 1^st grade teacher

Dance SMART-4-Kidz - Our renowned, evidence-based program now features dance instruction.  At least once per semester a new dance form and the culture it comes from will be introduced. Styles such as Modern, Folk, Afro-Cuban, Hip-Hop, Native-American, Asian, etc, will have the kids moving and learning about the world while having a spirit-enhancing blast. With creative yoga-like posing, breath-work and storytelling to unwind to, students take away effective stress reducing to use when they need. www.smart4kidz.org Grades: pk-2.

Digital Photography – Learn the basics of digital photography: photographing, editing, and printing your own digital photos. Grades: 3-5, Ann Rosen

Gardening: What's happening in the plant world when summer is over? Using our own garden bed and take-home projects, we'll be harvesting and tasting fall produce; preparing and planting the bed with cold-loving crops; and exploring growing edibles indoors. Weather permitting; we'll be spending time outdoors during every session. Snack will be provided Sugg. Grade: K-2, Instructor: Mirem Villamil, BNS parent

Jewelry Making – If you enjoy accessories, join Taura for jewelry making. The class is open to 3rd - 5th graders. You need not have previous jewelry making skills. We move at a pace so that everyone leaves class with the knowledge and creativity. We design bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. Looking forward to making accessories with you! Grades: 3-5.  Instructor: Taura Ottey, BNS Spanish teacher, jeweler

Juguemos A Cantar – Spanish for children is designed to introduce children to the Spanish language and to maintain the language skills of those who are already fluent with the guidance of a fully-trained and educated native speaker and instructor through music, play, and more. Pre-readers will learn through song, rhymes, and games. All levels, especially continuing students. Grades: pk-1.

Karate – Seido Karate is a traditional Japanese form of martial arts.  It is a fun way for kids to learn self defense, build confidence and self esteem as well as focus on discipline, respect and concentration. Hand, elbow, knee, and foot techniques are taught based on their effectiveness and practical application.  We provide you with the program, supervision, and environment that will allow you to realize your full potential.  gi (uniform) is available upon request for an additional $25.00 (includes gi pants, top and white belt).  Grades: k-1, 2-5

Keyboarding – Students will become familiar with the keyboard, learn musical notation, and practice their musical skills. Sounds can be as beautiful as a real piano and jazzy as a keyboard. Beginning and intermediate students can join. New students: include $7 textbook fee. Grades: 2-5 Instructor: Jonathan Hardy, BNS music teacher, 9 stud. Max

Knitting –Knitters will be supported to create their own pieces using different techniques, materials, and tools. Materials will be supplied for a modest fee ($15) or you can bring your own supplies: Bulky Yarn with bamboo needles to match (size around US 10). Yarn needle, rubber needle tips, scissors and a crochet hook to make repairs are good to have on hand. Grades: 2-5 Instructor: Tricia Nash.

Mandarin - Join Laoshe Yi Jue and the Lango kids in our adventure-filled class which incorporates team games, arts and crafts, music, drama, movement and storytelling to teach Mandarin!  We are excited to share our widely acclaimed Mandarin CD and Fall storybook "qiu tian mao xian" with students at BNS! http://www.langokids.com/

The Modern School of Soccer – “Our purpose is to introduce the most fascinating and famous sport on earth to NYC schools. Our instructors will impart the educational techniques of soccer and custom tailor their lessons to meet each child's specific needs, all while having fun.” Boys and girls are welcome! Grades: pk-2. www.themodernschoolofsoccer.com ,

Papier-mâché Masks: Create and make papier-mâché masks of various styles. Be prepared to get messy! Grades: k-2, MaryAnn

Recycled Arts - Learn to transform recycled bicycle parts into jewelry and sculptural objects. Through projects that combine recycling with imagination,
participants will learn about the importance of our environment while creating beautiful art objects. Participants will work both on
individual and group projects. Bicycle parts provided by Recycle-A-Bicycle. Grades: 3-5, Instructor: Pasqualina Azzarello

Teach Me Piano – In collaboration with Piano School of New York City, taught in small ~40 min. groups from 3:25 to 6:00, W, Th, F. Learn piano and enjoy an end of the year piano performance at Lincoln Center. Grades: pK-5. 10wks  * Sep. forms are due to the Piano School of NY. http://www.pianoschoolofnyc.com/

Video Production (‘YouTube’ Digital Media) – This cutting-edge film and acting class is back! This two hour class (w/ snack) will have students invent original videos and clips, as they write and perform their very own ‘Youtube’ creations. Waiver required. *’til 5:00pm Grades: 3^rd-5^th, Instructor: Sam Barkin

Fall Workshop Registration Form

Please return this form by Friday, October 5 with cash, money order or check to after-school mailbox, personnel (cafeteria after 3pm) or your child’s teacher. Make checks payable to: “BNS After-School Program”** Please use separate Piano forms.

Student(s’)’s Name(s): ___________________________________ Teacher/Grade: _____________________

Your Name:                 ______________________________________________________

Phone Number (p.m):   ____________________   Email Address:           _______________________________

Allergies/Medical concerns: _________________________________________________________________

*Double check times and dates for each workshop, as some differ!

*Please inform your child’s teacher of the workshop (and day) he/she will be attending! PAYMENTS DUE w/ REGISTRATION.

After the workshop my child(ren):

_____ will be picked up in the Cafeteria by 4:30 (unless otherwise noted)

_____ will go to the After-School Program (If your child is not registered, please register today.)

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for BNS staff only Amt rcvd  $___________Check no ___________

Date rcvd ____________

Discount ____ per use after-school student ____ inlimited use after-school student   ____ staff___sibling 

Amt outstanding $___________