Sponsored by the Adirondack Advocacy for Gifted Education (AAGE).
Opening classes of the Spring 2008 Super Saturday School set will begin at 9:30 a.m. on March 29th. The program will continue for six consecutive Saturdays, including April 5, 12, 19, 26 and May 3rd, Open House day, when parents come at 12:00 (instead of 12:45) to help us celebrate our students and their SSS work.
The doors will be open at 9:00 on March 29th for registration!
Tuition: $90 for all six Saturdays. (You may also pay $15 per Saturday or $8 per Class.)
SPRING 2008 PROGRAM OFFERINGS
Primary Program (5-8yrs)
*Intro to Sculpting – Learn to be a sculptor! Students of this class will be making sculptures from wire and Sculpy. We will be making self portraits in wire and creating other useful and fun art using our own imagination and creativity with wire and Sculpy. This class is being offered again because it proved to be fun and successful in the past. (Although this class should be appropriate for young children, anyone who “digs” sculpturing may enjoy and participate!)
Judy Harris, BS, MS Ed.
*Pablo Picasso for Kids – Come have fun exploring the art of one of the world’s most famous artists, Pablo Picasso. We will create our own paintings, based on what we discover. Using the computer, as well as other mediums, we will make Picasso come alive online and interactive! Anybody want to “play” with Pablo Picasso paintings to learn how one artist views images in the world? Come one; come all. This class is really for any and everyone.
Judy Harris , BS, MS Ed.
Intermediate (9yrs and up)
Choose 2 from:
*Financial Knowledge for Children – Trouble keeping your money in your pocket? Wish you knew more about the world of money and finances? This is the class for you. This class is designed to teach you the basic knowledge of the business world. Students will learn the importance of cash management and investment. In addition, topics such as businesses, accounting, budgeting, insurance, and governmental policies in the business world will be covered.
Dr. Jason Lee , Ph.D., CPA, CMA, CFM (Asst. Prof. PSU)
*Introduction to ASL – Ever wish you could talk with your hands? Well now’s your chance to learn to do just that. A basic primer in American Sign Language, from the manual alphabet to everyday signs used in conversation, this class also includes information about the origins of ASL, deaf culture, and the grammar of ASL, taught through games, videos and direct instruction. This class is open to all students!
Kathy Wilcox
*Intermediate Sign Language – A continuation of ASL skills, this class is designed for students who completed Intro ASL class from last Fall or have some experience with ASL and wish to learn more and deeper hand-speaking skills with Kathy Wilcox. Increasing emphasis will be placed on use of proper handshapes and fluent fingerspelling.
Kathy Wilcox
*Introductory German – Want to learn to speak the German language? This is the class for you. Students in this class will gain a better understanding of German language and basic conversation in German. Come learn to read, write and speak German with Kathy Wilcox.
Kathy Wilcox
*Fabric Crafts – Can you make your own clothes, cool outfits for your dolls, friends, or brothers/sisters? Do you wish you could? If you choose this class you will be sewing on the machine, learning basic sewing skills in no time. With an instructor who designs and makes outfits for famous ice skaters, you’re sure to learn some neat tricks! Activities will include making and decorating a simple bag or backpack, design and sew your own personal pillow, and other beginning sewing craft ideas. No previous sewing experience is necessary! Come hone your skills or begin a new hobby to use for your whole life. This course is NOT just for girls! Come on guys! Remember… All famous designers use this skill.
Kathy Wilcox
** PLEASE NOTE:
- Age Levels are just Suggestions! Students are encouraged to choose any class they wish!
- All Languages will be taught at 11:15 in Room 103.
- Sewing will be taught at 9:30 in Room 103.
- Sculpture will be taught at 9:30 in Room 104 and/or 308 (computer lab).
(9:30 & 11:15 for Intermediates) - Picasso will be taught at 11:15 in Room 104 and 308 (computer lab).
(9:30 & 11:15 for Intermediates) - Financial Knowledge will be taught at 9:30 and 11:15 in Room 105.
- Also inquire about possible Individual Study projects
- (Option) Learn to knit or crochet with Dr. Agne
Classroom Assignments: All students rotate between two 1 1/2 hour classes. Intermediate students choose the two classes they wish to attend. Primary students generally attend the same classes and are escorted to and from each class. However, we like to be as flexible as possible in order that our students and their parents enjoy the classes of choice. Therefore, if intermediate aged students wish to attend a class designated for primary or during a primary time slot, this is fine. We happily try to accommodate the needs and wishes of each student.
Students will find classroom assignments also listed on the chart posted near the Registration Table on March 29th!
Secondary students are expected to find their own classes according to the choices they make by following the chart. Volunteers will be on hand to help new students find their classrooms on March 29th.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Below find important details you need to know to help us provide the best experience for your child(ren):
- Drop Off/Pick Up Place: Sibley Hall (North Doors of Sibley Front Parking Lot)
- Drop Off Time: 9:15 - 9:30 a.m.
- Pick Up Time: 12:45 p.m.
- Supplies:
- - Pack
- - Water Bottle or juice
- - Snack (All students have a fifteen-minute snack break between classes. Nutritional selections are recommended. No messy foods, please.)
- - School Supplies (Please include: pencils, markers, crayons, rulers, scissors, erasers, glue, and individual pencil/crayon sharpeners. Other supplies required for individual courses will be specified by instructors on March 29th!)
Please print student name on all supplies and outer garments!
(Missing items may be retrieved from Dr. Agne’s office, 222A Sibley Hall)
Tuition: $90 for all six Saturdays. (You may also pay $15 per Saturday or $8 per Class.)
The registration table is located just inside the doors at the left end of Sibley Hall front parking lot on the Plattsburgh State University campus each Saturday. You may also mail tuition(s) to: Dr. Karen Agne, 222A Sibley Hall, Plattsburgh State University, 101 Broad Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Make checks payable to: College Auxiliary Services (CAS) for AAGE or SSS.
Special Information
Medical Needs: Please inform us of any special medical or other information we should know to insure your child's safety. Obtain Medical Information Sheets at the Registration table on March 29th.
Security: Graduate education majors and parent aides are on hand at all times to monitor hallways, perform head counts, escort children, assist teachers, answer questions, and other duties necessary for safe and smooth operation of Super Saturday School activities.
Parent/Teacher Lounge: A meeting place for parents to get-acquainted, chat, speak with teachers, or read articles or catalogues about gifted education and have a cup of coffee or tea is available! Parents are also encouraged to quietly explore and observe SSS classes and activities during any Saturday.
Plattsburgh Campus: Many parents are commuting from some distance so that children may participate in SSS. Of course, there is always shopping in the several Plattsburgh malls. But, if you prefer to stay close by, you may wish to visit some special spots on campus.
The following facilities are usually open on Saturdays:
- Burke Art Gallery - Myers Fine Arts Building 2nd floor
- Nina Winkel Sculpture Court - Myers Fine Arts Building 2nd floor
- Rockwell Kent Gallery - Feinberg Library 1st floor
(Galleries are Open from 12 - 4 PM) - Angell College Center
- College Book Store or Angell College Center Book Store
- Coffee and deli (Angell College Center)
- Angonquin Dining Hall - Brunch
See: www.plattsburgh.edu for more details.
All personnel except for teachers are volunteers.
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Last Updated: February 19, 2008