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.
Cleveland Institute of Music
Preparatory and Continuing Studies Division
11021 East Blvd., Cleveland
Stefani Rose, 216-791-5000, ext. 253
prep@cim.edu, www.cim.edu
When: Monday-Saturday
Cost/fees: tuition varies by instructor
CIM has the best-trained and most-experienced teachers in Northeast Ohio, linking students to the resources of a world-class music school. Approximately 1,600 children and adults participate in music lessons and activities at the CIM campus in University Circle and at four branch locations.
Cuyahoga County Public Library
211 Snow Road , Parma , and nine homework centers
216-398-1800, cuyahogalibrary.org
Focus: education/learning
Programs: homework centers
Cost/fees: free
Young people and their families are invited to register at one of the library’s nine homework centers for free, after-school help. Homework centers were created to provide educational activities, reading practice and homework or reading/math assistance for students. For a list of homework centers, visit our Web site.
The Fine Arts Association
38660 Mentor Ave., Willoughby
Wanda Wareham, 440-951-7500, ext. 104
faa@fineartsassociation.org, www.fineartsassociating.org
Focus: arts and culture
Programs: art, dance, music, theatre classes and private instruction
When: fall session Aug. 25-Jan. 17
Cost/fees: varies by class/lesson
If you love art, music, dance, theatre and fun, you’ll love The Fine Arts Association, where there is something for everybody. Workshops, classes, private music lessons, music therapy, a homeschool program and more are right around the corner. Express yourself at Fine Arts. Fall class catalogs are available.
Goddard School
Avon
2555 Hale Street
Janey O'Donald, 440-934-3300
Broadview Heights
7655 Town Centre Drive
Theresa Camloh, 440-740-1234
Independence
5701 Lombardo Center Blvd.
Beth Valentino, 216-525-2000
Strongsville
13590 Falling Water Road
Tracy Swanson, 440-238-4600
Westlake
30502 Center Ridge Road
Peggy Todd, 440-892-2689
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.
Kindermusik of Cleveland
Greater Cleveland area (Kirtland, Shaker Heights, Solon and Westlake)
Cathy Huser, 216-991-1063
cathy@huser.org, www.kindermusikofcleveland.com
Focus: music
Programs: Kindermusik for the Young Child (beginning music theory) offered after school in Kirtland and Shaker Heights
Children ages 5 and 6 love to sing and dance and are ready to learn sophisticated musical concepts involved in instrument instruction. Your child will begin his or her musical journey learning pre-keyboard techniques, hand positioning, ensemble development and vocal development. Children gain an understanding of rhythm, notation, musical symbols and more.
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.
YMCA of Greater Cleveland
2200 Prospect Ave., Suite 900, Cleveland
216-263-6870
www.clevelandymca.org
A wide array of after school programming is available throughout Cuyahoga County.