Afterschool Enrichment Guide 2008
Berlitz Languages
6133 Rockside Road, Suite 103, Independence
216-642-2000, independence.lc@berlitz.us, www.berlitz.us
Focus: reading and language
Programs: after-school Spanish and Chinese
When: 6 weeks, one hour per week
Cost/fees: from $99 per child
Berlitz is the world leader in language instruction programs. We will work with your child’s school or organization to deliver real-world language and cultural training programs at your location.
Goddard School
Akron
105 Springside Drive
Karen Marinos, 330-665-3035
Hudson
5601 Darrow Rd.
Nancy Lutz, 330-653-3766
Macdeonia
2073 Alexandria Way
Chris Lindley, 330-468-0488
Medina
5138 Normandy Park Drive
Lisa Colant, 330-721-4400
Twinsburg
2608 Glenwood Drive
Randy Lindley, 330-487-0394
Uniontown
1009 Boettler Road
Rick Beechy, 330-896-8611
www.goddardschool.com
The Goddard School Before and After-School program is offerred to young elementary-age children during their hours prior to and after school Teachers carefully balance time with outdoor activities, playtime with friends, homework assistance and a healthy snack. Qualified teachers plan age-appropriate activities including music, creative art and games to encourage socialization and problem-solving skills.
Huntington Learning Center
7983 Broadview Road, Broadview Heights
2222 Warrensville Center Road, University Heights
Greg Yasutake, 440-526-0357 or 216-382-8474
huntingtonlearning.com
Focus: education/learning, reading and language, special needs, tutoring
Individual testing and instruction, reading, writing, math, spelling, phonics, study skills and SAT/ACT preparation.
Kindermusik by the Falls
8281 Dines Road, Novelty
Ardis Billey, 440-338-5508
info@kindermusikbythefalls.com, www.kindermusikbythefalls.com
Focus: music
Programs: Kindermusik for baby, toddler, preschooler, ages 5-7, family and Sign & Sing classes
When: 10- or 15-week programs starting week of Sept. 8
Costs/fees: tuition from $130-$195
Our educators are professional musicians who believe that parent interaction enhances children’s musical learning and whole development. With a great choice of music classes for ages 0-7 in 10 locations around Cleveland, we may have a class for your child within 15 minutes of your home.
KnowledgePoints
Brunswick, Medina, Parma and Strongsville
Anissa Pletcher, 330-460-4037
anissa.pletcher@knowledgepoints.com, www.knowledgepoints.com
Focus: tutoring
Programs: reading, math, pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, writing, study skills, SAT/ACT prep, homework edge, Starting Points (pre-K)
When: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Friday, 9-3 Saturday
Costs/fees: determined from initial assessment
KnowledgePoints provides a personal approach to basic skills tutoring and enrichment. We work with parents, classroom teachers and students to ensure success serving students pre-K through grade 12 who are struggling, have fallen behind or need additional challenges. Our program consists of a skills assessment, customized instruction and an effective motivational system.
The Mandel Jewish Community Center
26001 S. Woodland Road, Beachwood
Abby Lausin, 216-593-6222 or 216-831-0700
alausin@clevejcc.org, www.clevejcc.org
Focus: after school
Programs: School’s Out
When: school dismissal-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday and until 5:30 Friday
Costs/fees: vary by number of days a child attends
Entrust your child to the Mandel JCC’s safe, fun and stimulating after-school program for grades K-6. Transportation provided from most area public and private schools to the School’s Out program. State licensed, excellent staff, homework assistance, swim, gym, crafts and more.
Nancy Larsen Dance Studio
23800 Center Ridge, Westlake
Nancy, 440-871-0633
www.nancylarsendancestudio.com
Focus: dance
Programs: school-year dance program
When: begins Sept. 6
Costs/fees: $40 monthly for one class per week, family discount available
Our session begins Sept. 6. In-studio registration is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23 for ages 3-18. Classes are available in pre-ballet, ballet, jazz, pop dance, tap and pointe. We offer a positive, family-friendly environment that focuses on the best interest of the dance student.
Sharon Rae Dance School
727 Canton Road, Akron
330-784-3822, sharonraedance@sbcglobal.net, www.sharonrae.com
Focus: dance
When: 5-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday
Cost/fees: varies between $34-$39/month
Dance classes for ages 2 through adult.
Zahand’s Martial Arts
1476 Akron-Peninsula Road, Akron
Shiban Larry Zahand, 330-926-2001
masterzahand@speakeasy.net, www.2makarate.com
Focus: martial arts
Programs: preschool (3-6 years), cardio kick boxing, self-defense, karate, judo, jujitsu, yoga, classes for the family
Cost/fees: one free month of lessons with purchase of uniform, new students only
We specialize in teaching children the important things in life such as respect, courtesy, honor, self-defense and how to be a leader. Our specialized teaching approach benefits children with attention deficit and behavioral disorders. As partners in education, our instructors are available for lectures at your school or our facility.
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