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Fall 2017

.....to “Learn, Explore, Discover!”

- your guide to meeting your unique learning goals.

LEARN Diplomas, skill training, international language instruction for children, ESL and more!

Join the DSBN community to achieve your personal goals. Whether you want to get your high school diploma, prepare for college or university, improve your English language or literacy skills, or upgrade your training for a new career, there are countless options available to you. We have learning centres across Niagara, so you are sure to find the courses that meet your needs close to where you live or work.

EXPLORE Looking to learn a new hobby, keep your mind fit or keep your body moving? From junior chefs to website design to yoga and meditation, our General Interest courses offer fun and creative ways for you to explore your talents and interests.

DISCOVERCan’t find what you need…let us help you. Give us a call, email us, or visit our website -- to keep it simple, we have listed our contact information at the bottom of this page. We want to keep in touch with you, so we can meet your needs, and the needs of our community. We can help you Learn, Explore and Discover your potential!

Ed Stavnitzky

WELCOME… HOW TO REgisTER - gENERAL iNTEREsTRegister by phone, fax, mail, in-person or online ............... 1Adult & Community Education Locations ........................... 2Registration Forms ................................................................. 16

sECONdARy sCHOOL CREdiT COuRsEseLearning, Self-Study, EdVance ................................................ 3 Night School, Credit Courses .............................................4-5Daytime Credit Courses ......................................................6-7

CREdiT & CERTiFiCATE PROgRAMsPersonal Support Worker (PSW) .......................................... 8Welding Certification .............................................................. 8Transition to Employment ....................................................... 8

LiTERACy ANd LANguAgE PROgRAMsLiteracy and Basic Skills ........................................................... 9 English as a Second Language for Adults (ESL) ................... 9International Languages for Elementary Aged Students(ELKP - Grade 8) ....................................................................... 9

gENERAL iNTEREsT COuRsEsCourse Index ..................................................................... 10-11Course Descriptions ....................................................... 12-15

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ADULT & COMMUNITYEDUCATION

District School Board of Niagara905-687-7000

[email protected]/community

AdministratorAdult & Community Education

TO REQUEST YOUR ONTARIOSTUDENT TRANSCRIPTIf you are a former student of the DSBN and have been out of school LESS THAN 5 YEARS, contact your former Sec-ondary School for your official transcript.

If you are a former student of the DSBN and have been out of school MORE THAN 5 YEARS (or your school is now closed) go to www.dsbn.org/community and select Get Your Transcript, or call Transcript Services at905-641-2929 x. 54157 for more information.

If your last school attended was not a DSBN school please contact the last school you attended to request your transcript.

REGISTRATION

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GENERAL INTEREST REGISTRATION

ONLINE:August 17 - September 13, 2017www.dsbn.org/communityOpen 24/7 - Easier Convenient Access

BY MAIL:August 28 - September 13, 2017 VISA/MASTERCARD, cheque or money order, complete the form on page 16 and send to: Adult & Community Education Lifetime Learning Centre 535 Lake St., St. Catharines, Ontario L2N 4H7One form per course. Mail-in registrations processed as received.

If you are delivering registration forms in person during the registration period, please drop it off at Lifetime Learning Centre – 535 Lake Street – Room 101 (Lake St. & Linwell Road) between 9:00am to 3:00pm

BY PHONE:August 28 - September 13, 2017 VISA/MASTERCARD, Call 905-687-7000 between 9:00am to 3:00pm

BY FAX:August 28 - September 13, 2017 VISA/MASTERCARD, Fax to 905-646-7042

IN PERSON:September 18, 2017, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cash, cheque or money order only. Applicants must register atthe school where the course is to be held. Please note: For courses to be held at Parnall Public School or Lifetime Learning Centre, please register at Governor Simcoe. No credit cards will be accepted on site.

FEES:• FeeslisteddonotincludeHST(receiptwillshowHST)•Asterisk(*)indicatesmaterialcostsareextra• SeniorsDiscount(65yrs+)is25%oncoursefeeonly

ACCESS FOR PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED:The physically challenged are encouraged to inquire about accessibility at the time of registration.

CANCELLATION OF CLASSES/REFUNDS:• Refundswillbegrantedprior to the SECOND scheduled class• Achargeof$15.00willbedeductedtooffsetregistrationcosts• TheDistrictSchoolBoardofNiagarareservestherightto

terminate, combine or transfer to another school, any courses in which enrolment falls below the acceptable level

• Requestsforrefundsmustbedirectedtothelocal General Interest site supervisor

•Registrationreceiptsmustaccompanyallrefundrequests•Allclassescancelledduetoinclementweatherwillbe made up at the end of the session

HOLIDAYS (no classes)Thanksgiving October 9, 2017

Winter Break December 25 2017- January 5, 2018

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ADULT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION LOCATIONS

GENERAL INTEREST Beamsville District SS4317CentralAvenue,Beamsville905-641-2929 x. 81709

Governor Simcoe SS15 Glenview Avenue, St. Catharines905-641-2929 x. 81893

Greater Fort Erie SS1640 Garrison Road, Fort Erie905-641-2929 x. 81890

Grimsby SS5BoultonAvenue,Grimsby905-641-2929 x. 62522

Lifetime Learning Centre535 Lake Street, St. Catharines905-641-2929 x. 81893

Parnall Public School507 Geneva Street, St. Catharines905-641-2929 x. 81893

Port Colborne High School211 Elgin Street, Port Colborne905-641-2929 x. 81891

Welland Centennial240 Thorold Road West, Welland905-641-2929 x. 81892

Westlane SS5960 Pitton Road, Niagara Falls905-641-2929 x. 81894

CREDIT COURSES Fort Erie Elementary School474 Central Avenue, Fort Erie

Greater Fort Erie SS1640 Garrison Road, Fort Erie

Grimsby Secondary School5BoultonAvenue,Grimsby

Lifetime Learning Centre535 Lake Street, St. Catharines

Port Colborne High School211 Elgin Street, Port Colborne

Stamford Collegiate5775 Drummond Road, Niagara Falls

St Catharines Collegiate34 Catherine Street, St. Catharines

Welland Centennial240 Thorold Road West, Welland

Westlane Secondary School5960 Pitton Road, Niagara Falls

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SELF-STUDY PROGRAMFor mature students and part-time high school students who wish to earn high school credits while studying independently. Work at home on independent learning materials, at your own pace. Continuous intake program. Students have one year to complete course from time of registration.

Fees:$100cashonlyregistrationfee(cheques will not be accepted). $80willberefundedwithin3-4weeks,after all materials have been returned.

Locations:St. Catharines Program at Lifetime Learning Centre535 Lake StreetMondays 6:00 – 8:00 pmSeptember 25, 2017 - April 30, 2018

Niagara Falls Program atStamford C.V.I.5775 Drummond RoadWednesdays 6:00 - 8:00pmSeptember 27, 2017 - May 2, 2018

To book an appointment for the St. Catharines or Niagara Fallssite please call: 905-687-7000

Fort Erie Program atGreater Fort Erie Secondary School 1640 Garrison RoadWednesdays 6:00 - 8:00pmSeptember 27, 2017 - May 2, 2018

No appointment is needed.You must bring an updated transcript with you.

eLEARNING PROGRAMFor mature students and part-time high school students who wish to earn high school credits while studying independently online, at your own pace.

Individuals enrolled in eLearning must have regular access to a computer with internet access to be successful in this program.

Fees:Anon-refundablefeeof$50(cashonly)isrequired for registration.

Course Enrolment:Register anytime betweenSeptember 18, 2017 - May 2, 2018Students have one year to complete course from time of registration.

For more information aboutregistration please call: 905-687-7000.

The Adult & Community Education eLearning program is different than the e+Learning offered through high schools. For more information on e+Learning, please contact your school’s guidance department.

EDVANCEOUTREACH PROGRAMFor mature students not enrolled in a high school program who wish to earn high school credits in a supportive learning environment. Students complete self-paced credits, one at a time, to maximize success.

Students must be available to attend the program in their chosen community on the scheduled days at the scheduled times.

Fees:A tuition-free program

Course Enrolment:September 2017 – April 2018 (continuous intake)

Locations:Beamsville PortColborneSt.Catharines WellandNiagara Falls Fort Erie

To learn more aboutEdVance Outreach:

•Ifyouare18–20yearsold,pleasecontactyourlastDSBNsecondary school guidance counselorfor a referral.

•Ifyouare21yearsofageorolder,ordidnotattendaDSBNhighschool,please call and ask how to register for EdVance at 905-687-7000 or [email protected]

THE DIPLOMA MAY BE CLOSER THAN YOU THINKTo recognize learning which takes place outside the classroom, the Ministry of Education allows the awarding of equivalencycredits toMatureStudents (persons18+andoutof school forat leastoneyear).All applicants forequivalency standing must earn a minimum of the last four credits (these credits must be at the Senior Level – Grade 11 or 12) after becoming a mature student, before a diploma will be issued. Assessments for diploma requirements are completed on an individual basis, and require a transcript of your credits from your last school. Consideration may be given for Work and Life Experience (maturity credits) and through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR).Furtherdiplomarequirementsmayneedtobesatisfiedandwillbediscussedafteryourassessment.

Please note that many employers in the Niagara Region require applicants to have a high school diploma to be considered for offers of employment.FOR MORE INFORMATION AND COUNSELLING CALL: 905-687-7000

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COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (TGJ3M/4M)COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONThis course examines communications technology from a media perspective. Students will develop knowledge and skills as they design and produce media projects in the areas of live, recorded, and graphic communications. These areas may include TV, video, and movie production; radio and audio production; print and graphic communications; photography; digital imaging; broadcast journalism; and interactive new media. Students will also develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues, and will explore college and university programs and career opportunities in the various communications technology fields.

CHALLENGE AND CHANGE INSOCIETY (HSB4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will critically analyse how and why cultural, social and behavioural patterns changes over time. They will explore the ideas of social theorists and use those ideas to analyse causes of and responses to challenges such as technological change, deviance and global inequalities. Students will explore ways in which social science research methods can be used to study social science.Prerequisite: Any University, University/College preparation course in Social Sciences and Humanities, English, or Canadian & World Studies.

ENGLISH (ENG3C)COLLEGE PREPARATIONThis course emphasizes the development of literacy, communication, and creative thinkingskills. An important focus will be on using language with precision and clarity.Prerequisite: ENG2P

ENGLISH (ENG4C)COLLEGE PREPARATIONStudents will analyse a range of challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and evaluate inform-ational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. Prerequisite: ENG3C

ENGLISH (ENG4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will analyse a range of challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, and cultures; interpret and evaluate inform-ational and graphic texts; and create oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. Prerequisite: ENG3U

ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL LITERACY COURSE (OLC4O)OPEN LEVELThis course is designed to help students acquire and demonstrate the cross-curricular literacy skills that are evaluated by the Ontario Secondary School Literacy test. Students who successfully complete the Literacy Course will meet the provincial literacy requirement for graduation.

MATHEMATICS - FOUNDATIONSFOR COLLEGE (MBF3C)COLLEGE PREPARATIONStudents will extend their understanding of quadratic relations; investigate exponential growth; solve problems involving compoundinterest,andfinancialconcernswithvehicleownership; develop their ability to reason by collecting, analysing, and evaluating data involving one variable; connect probability and statistics; and solve problems in geometry and trigonometry. Prerequisite: MFM2P1

MATHEMATICS FOR COLLEGETECHNOLOGY (MCT4C)COLLEGE PREPARATIONStudents will investigate and apply properties of polynomial, exponential, and trigonometric functions and continue to extend their knowledge of functions. Prerequisite: MCF3M

MATHEMATICS - DATAMANAGEMENT (MDM4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will apply methods for organizing large amounts of information, solve problems involving probability and statistics; and carry out a culminating project that integrates statistical concepts and skills.Prerequisite: MCR3U or MCF3M

MATHEMATICS - ADVANCEDFUNCTIONS (MHF4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will investigate and apply properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trig-onometric functions, broaden their understanding of rates of change, and develop facility in applying these concepts and skills. Prerequisite: MCR3U or MCT4C

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SEMESTERED

Evenings: Tuesday & ThursdayTime: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.Duration: September 19, 2017 - January 18, 2018No Classes: Winter BreakDecember 25, 2017 - January 5, 2018Location: St. Catharines Collegiate34 Catherine Street

Students will only be contacted if a course is CANCELLED. Students

can only register for one night school credit course per semester.

A minimum enrolment of 22 students is required for a course to be offered. The District School Board ofNiagara reserves the rightto terminate, combine or offer an alternative mode of delivery (such as correspondence/online materials) to any course in which enrolment falls below the acceptable level.

Course Fee: There is NO FEE to take a credit course at night school.

Adult Walk in Registration & Counselling is available if you are not

attending a day school program, to discuss requirements for the Ontario Secondary

School Diploma. In person registration will be on Tuesday September 12, 2017 from 6:00-8:00 pm at St. Catharines Collegiate.

(Please bring your credit counselling or transcript)

Day School StudentsDay school students require a Night School Registration form, signed or approved by their day school Principal, for each course request. These forms are available from your Guidance office.CompletedformsaretobesentfromtheGuidanceofficeofyourdayschool.

TEXTBOOK DEPOSITStudents may be required to pay a textbook deposit. If a textbook is required for the course, your teacher will collect your deposit in class. When you return the textbook you will be mailed a cheque for the full amount of your deposit.

To register or view updated information for a Night School

Credit course go to www.dsbn.org/community

NIGHT SCHOOL CREDIT COURSES To register online or to print a

registration formFor detailed course descriptions

www.dsbn.orgSchools/Secondary Course Calendar

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night school credit coursesMATHEMATICS - CALCULUS & VECTORS (MCV4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATION This course builds on students’ previous experience with functions and their developing understanding of rates of change. This course is intended for students who plan to study mathematics in university andwhomaychoosetopursuecareersinfieldssuch as science, engineering, economics, and some areas of business. Prerequisite: MHF4U

BIOLOGY (SBI3C) COLLEGE PREPARATIONStudents will learn concepts and theories as they conduct investigations in the areas of cellular biology, microbiology, genetics, theanatomy of mammals, and the structure of plants and their role in the natural environment. Prerequisite: SNC2P or SNC2D

BIOLOGY (SBI3U) UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biodiversity, evolution, genetic processes, the structure and function of animals, and the anatomy, growth and function of plants.Prerequisite: SNC2D

BIOLOGY (SBI4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will study theory and conduct investigations in the areas of biochemistry, metabolic processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and population dynamics.Prerequisite:SBI3U

CHEMISTRY (SCH3U) UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will study the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds, chemical reactions and quantitative relationships in those reactions, solutions and solubility, andatmospheric chemicals and the behaviour of gases. Prerequisite: SNC2D

CHEMISTRY (SCH4C)COLLEGE PREPARATIONStudents will study organic chemistry, electrochemistry, chemical calculations, and chemistry as it relates to the quality of theenvironment. Prerequisite: SNC2P or SNC2D

CHEMISTRY (SCH4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATION The focus is on the study of organic chemistry, the structure and properties of matter, energy changes and rates of reaction, equilibrium in chemical systems, and electrochemistry.Prerequisite: SCH3U

PHYSICS (SPH3U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear motion, different kinds of forces, energy transformations, the properties of mechanical waves and sounds, and electricity and magnetism.Prerequisite: SNC2D

PHYSICS (SPH4C)COLLEGE PREPARATIONStudents will explore the concepts of physics with respect to motion; mechanical, electrical, electromagnetic, energy trans-formation, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and the operation of commonly used toolsand machines. Prerequisite: SNC2P or SNC2D

PHYSICS (SPH4U)UNIVERSITY PREPARATIONStudents will continue their exploration of energy transformations and the forces that affect motion, and will investigate electrical,gravitational,andmagneticfieldsandelect-romagnetic radiation, the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. Students will study the impact of technological applications of physics on society and the environment.Prerequisite: SPH3U

To Request Your Ontario Student

Transcript:If you are a former student of the

DSBNandhavebeenoutofschoolLESSTHAN 5 YEARS, Contact your former SecondarySchoolforyourofficial

transcript.

IfyouareaformerstudentoftheDSBNand have been out of school MORE

THAN 5 YEARS or your school is now closed go to www.dsbn.org and click on Community and then click on Get Your

Transcript or call Transcript Services at 905-641-2929 ext. 54157 for more

information.

If your last school attended was not a DSBNschoolpleasecontactthelastschool you attended to request your

transcript.

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYFOR THE SCHOOL ORwORKPLACE (BTA3O)

OPEN LEVELUsing a hands-on approach, individuals will develop information technology

skills appropriate for the workplace or (post- secondary) school environments. UsingMicrosoftOffice2016Wordand Excel, individuals will learn to

apply a variety of word processing and spreadsheet techniques to produce

common business documents.No Prerequisite required; familiarity with computers and word processing,

spreadsheet software suggested.Students will have the option to

earn a Microsoft Office Specialist Certificate in either Word or

Excel. Additional test fees apply for Microsoft Office Specialist

Certification testing offered by the licensed DSBN Microsoft Imagine

Academy.

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Centennial Secondary School, 240 Thorold Rd W., WellandEmail [email protected] or call 905-735-0700 x. 60711

Fort Erie

Fort Erie Elementary School, 474 Central AveEmail [email protected] or call 905-641-2929 x. 61923

Port Colborne

Port Colborne High School, 211 Elgin St., Port ColborneRoom 321

Email [email protected] or call 905-835-1186 x. 64242

Niagara Falls

Westlane Secondary School, 5960 Pitton Rd., Niagara FallsRoom 1077

Email [email protected] or call 905-356-2401 x. 66735

ALL SITES FEATURING MICROSOFT OFFICE 2016!Tuition Free - Adult Computer Courses

Grimsby

Grimsby Secondary School, 5 Boulton Ave. GrimsbyRoom 422

Email [email protected] or call 905-945-7733

St. Catharines

Lifetime Learning Centre, 535 Lake St., St. CatharinesRoom 103

Email [email protected] or call 905-646-3737

To register, attend an Information Session at the site closest to you:August 30th – 10:00 am

September 6th – 1:00 pmSeptember 13th – 1:00 pm

EARN YOUR MICROSOFT OFFICESPECIALIST CERTIFICATE*

Half-day, tuition-free program (total of 6 credits available over 2 terms) in Introduction to Advanced MICROSOFT OFFICE 2016 (including Word, Excel,

Access, PowerPoint); Windows 10; Internet; Email.Some sites may offer Graphic Design with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver), Desktop Publishing, Digital Photography

and Photo-Editing, Bookkeeping, Multi-media (Adobe Flash), Animation, MovieMaker, Photostory, Social Media and Career Skills.

Classes generally run 8:45 am -12:30 pm

DSBN reserves the right to change the curriculum from listing. Minimal activity fee may apply.*DSBN is a licensed Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Test Centre. Fees apply to take optionalthird-party MOS Certification tests through the DSBN.

DSBN reserves the right to change the curriculum from listing. Minimal activity fee may apply.*DSBN is a licensed Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Test Centre. Fees apply to take optionalthird-party MOS Certification tests through the DSBN.

August 23, 30 & September 6, 2017 at 1:00pmand every Wednesday through March

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All PSW programs run from September through JunePSW programs fill quickly. Recruitment begins annually in March.

Watch for the Winter 2018 Guide for Information Session dates. If you have additional questions, please email them to [email protected] or call 905-687-7000.

PERSONAL SUPPORT wORKER (PSw)


wELDING CERTIFICATIONPROGRAMDoes this sound like you:

• 18 years of age or older • Enjoy working with your hands• Enjoy learning new skills• Looking to improve your employment prospects

If so, a career in welding may be the right choice for you. This training program is for individuals interested in learning Welding Fundamentals. The program meets curriculum requirements for high school credits and has been designed basedonsupportsfromtheCanadianWeldingBureautoearnparticipantstheCertificationtheyneedforemployment.

This exciting new program isexpectedtofillquickly.TheProgram is scheduled to runSeptember 11, 2017 toFebruary 2, 2018For more information, email [email protected] call 905-687-7000

TRANSITION TO EMPLOYMENTFor Individuals with disabilities. TTE is a programthatassistsindividuals16+yearsof age, who have a disability to gain access to employment opportunities. It prepares applicants for employment during one-on-one sessions with an employment counsellor followed by a 1-5 week on-site job trial withanemployer.Schedulingisflexible.Theprogram is funded by the Ontario Disability Support Program.

It’s for you if you wantto work! Multiple intakes

throughout the year.Call 905-682-0756 for information

or email [email protected]

InformationSessions

Grimsby Secondary School5 Bolton Ave., Grimsby

OREastdale Secondary School170 Wellington St., Welland

Wednesday August 23 - 7:00 pmWednesday August 30 - 7:00 pm

Wednesday September 6 - 7:00 pm

A Personal Support Worker is someone who provides direct personal and health care assistance to the aged, chronically ill or disabled including all age groups. There is a growth trend in the demand for Personal Support workers in long term care facilities, in community (home) care environments, and in hospitals. For the past several years, theDistrictSchoolBoardofNiagarahasgraduated hundreds of individuals with an averageof90%placementrateintojobsintheNiagaraRegionnowpaying$16-22perhour.

The Personal Support Worker Program providedbytheDSBNhasmetallprofessional and educational requirements as outlined by the PSW Education Program Standards and is ACCREDITED. In addition, the program meets the curriculum requirements for high school credits as set by the Ministry of Education.

OurPSWteachersarecertifiedbytheOntario College of Teachers and are R.N.s or R.P.N.s. Join the many others who have earned their high school diploma, gained valuable work skills, and become employed as a Personal Support Worker.

ARE YOU ELIGIBLEFOR FUNDING?

You may be eligible to receive funding or income support for your participation in many of the Business, Computers, Career and CertificateprogramsofferedthroughtheDSBN.Youreligibilitymay depend on your chosen occupational goals and/or individual needs. Some sources of individual funding include Employment Ontario (Second Career and Ontario Skills Development), Aboriginal Funding, Ontario Works (OW), Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Workplace Safety and InsuranceBoard (WSIB), orWork Link (NCIL).Please contact your employment counselor or caseworker for more information on your eligibility.


literacy and language

All PSW programs run from September through JunePSW programs fill quickly. Recruitment begins annually in March.

Watch for the Winter 2018 Guide for Information Session dates. If you have additional questions, please email them to [email protected] or call 905-687-7000.

We specialize in programs for individuals who are:• Developmentally Disabled • Deaf or Hearing Impaired

• Learning Disabled

For individuals 19yrs+ who want to learn skills to take on newopportunities in the community, employment and education

We offer: • Assessment of skills • Reading assistance • Computer training • Links to employment programs • Goal setting • Writing assistance • Math • Small group instruction

Call Shirley Henley at 905-988-1450 x. 2 for more information.

LITERACY AND BASIC SKILLS

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGESFor Elementary-aged students ELKP to Grade 8 International Language instruction is provided to all elementary children living in the Niagara Region whose parents/guardians would like them to learn a language other than English or French. The programs are offered after school and on weekends at various schools and locations in the Niagara Region. Please call the phone number listed with the language offered to see where it is held and how to register your child for the class. Classes are held September to June and students can register any time through the school year.

ARABICIslamic Society of St. Catharines 905-668-7771Islamic Society of St. Catharines 289-668-1709Sudanese Community of Niagara Falls 905-354-9674ARMENIANArmenian Relief Society 905-641-2255CHINESESt. Catharines Chinese School 905-685-1112GERMANNiagara German School 905-468-7158GREEKGreek Community of Niagara 905-685-3028Greek Community of Smithville 905-957-0433JAPANESEJapanese Language School [email protected] Korean Language School 905-324-8624POLISHCanadian Polish Society 905-938-1781RUSSIANRussian Speaking School 289-241-2108SERBIANSerbian School 905-321-8201SPANISH Latin American Club of Niagara 905-646-5676Latin Immigrant Niagara Community Assoc. 905-988-6070VIETNAMESEFree Vietnamese Community of Niagara 647-802-1261

ENGLISH AS A SECOND

LANGUAGE (ESL)For New Canadians, 18 years of age and over. English as a Second Language (ESL) non-credit classes are available as day or evening courses. Offered at various levels of proficiency,forindividualswhowishtoimproveEnglishlanguageskills. Daycare is available at some centres.

NIAGARA FOLK ARTS MULTICULTURAL CENTRE85 Church Street, St.Catharines 905-685-6589WELLAND HERITAGE COUNCIL & MULTICULTURAL CENTRE26 East Main Street, Welland 905-732-5337ForNiagaraFalls&GrimsbyPrograms,pleasecontactWellandofficeYMCA LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT CENTRE (CLARS) YMCA Newcomer Services provide language level 289-213-5311 assessment and referral to appropriate programs.

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FOR THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED

StokesBuilding36 Page Street, St. Catharines

Westlane Secondary School5960 Pitton Rd., Niagara Falls

FOR THE DEAFNIAGARA ADULT LITERACY FOR THE DEAFStokesBuilding36 Page Street, St. Catharines

FOR THE LEARNING DISABLEDStokesBuilding36 Page Street, St. Catharines

Contact:[email protected]

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[email protected] is given in ASL

[email protected] 905-328-4664

Welland ProgramHope Centre, 570 King Street, Welland

ARE YOU PART OF A CULTURAL GROUP?

Would your group like to teach a languageto elementary students?

Any cultural group that is interested infacilitating Elementary aged International

Language classes are encouragedto contact the

Adult and Community Education officeat 905-687-7000 ext. 61700.

interest courses

COURSE CHART GUIDEAges:All courses are for ages18+,unless otherwise indicated:

S : Seniors C : Children (Elementary)T : TeensM : Mixed Ages

Descriptions:Please refer to course descriptions, starting on page 12.

Locations:Location codes refer to map on page 2.

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FOR THE LOVE OF LEARNING C 4168 Baking&CakeDecorating-Ages7-12* Fort M 5:30-7:30 152 Sept.25 8 $88.00 13

4266 CookingforNewbies* Simcoe M 6:30-9:00 201A Sept.25 8 $110.00 134267 Desserts&Pastries* Simcoe T 6:30-9:00 201A Sept.26 8 $110.00 134257 Essential Oils West Th 5:15-6:15 1011 Nov.2 5 $27.50 134318 Essential Oils 101 Simcoe W 7:00-8:30 141D Sept.27 6 $49.50 13

C 4176 GardenSproutsAges4-8* Fort W 6:00-7:00 159 Sept.27 10 $55.00 134281 InternationalFlavours* Simcoe W 6:30-9:00 201A Sept.27 8 $110.00 13

C 4285 JuniorChef’sAges8-12* Fort W 5:30-7:30 152 Sept.27 8 $88.00 13 C 4286 JuniorChef’sAges8-12* Simcoe Th 5:30-7:30 201A Sept.28 8 $110.00 13 C 4287 JuniorChef’sAges8-12* Fort T 5:30-7:30 152 Sept.26 8 $88.00 13

4258 KickstartYourHealthwithFood* West T 6:00-7:30 1089 Sept.26 8 $66.00 13


COMPUTERSC 4264 Computer Animation & Programming - Ages 8-14 Simcoe Th 7:00-8:30 308A Sept.28 8 $66.00+$10 13

4262 ComputerBasics40+ Simcoe T 6:30-8:30 308A Sept.26 10 $110.00+$10 134172 Computers-Beginners Fort Th 7:00-9:00 148 Sept.28 10 $110.00+$10 13

S 4217 Computers for Seniors Cent T 6:00-8:00 224 Sept.26 10 $110.00+$10 13C 4174 Digital Art for Kids Ages 9-12 Fort Th 5:00-7:00 148 Sept.28 10 $110.00+$10 13

4220 Graphic Design Grims Th 6:30-8:30 113 Sept.28 10 $110.00+$10 134288 MSOfficeBasics Simcoe M 6:30-9:00 308B Sept.25 8 $110.00+$10 134293 Photoshop Elements - Introduction Simcoe M 6:30-9:00 308A Sept.25 8 $110.00+$10 134317 Video Maker Grims T 6:30-8:00 113 Sept.26 10 $82.50+$10 13

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ARTS, CRAFTS & MUSIC4261 BasicDogTraining Simcoe W 6:30-7:30 Foyer Sept. 27 10 $55.00 124210 Beading-Beginner* Cent T 6:30-8:30 104 Sept. 26 8 $88.00 124169 Crocheting Fort W 6:00-8:00 Commons Sept 27 8 $88.00 124272 Floral-Beginners* Simcoe T 7:00-9:00 310 Sept. 26 10 $110.00 124274 Floral-Christmas* Simcoe M 7:00-9:00 310 Sept. 25 5 $55.00 124273 Floral-Intermediate* Simcoe Th 7:00-9:00 310 Sept 28 10 $110.00 124237 Guitar-Beginners Beam M 8:00-9:00 Music Sept.25 10 $55.00 124239 Guitar-Beginners Simcoe T 8:00-9:15 Music Sept.26 8 $55.00 124278 Guitar - Intermediate Simcoe Th 8:00-9:15 Music Sept.28 8 $55.00 124279 Guitar-Rock/Blues Simcoe M 8:00-9:30 Music Sept.25 10 $82.50 124280 Improv Drama Simcoe M 6:30-8:30 Caf Sept.25 10 $110.00 12

C 4180 PaintingforKidsAges8-12* Fort T 6:00-7:30 161 Sept.26 8 $66.00 124240 Photography - Advanced Beam Th 7:30-9:00 3-206 Sept.28 10 $82.50 124289 Photography: Advanced Digital Simcoe T 7:30-9:00 141A Sept.26 10 $82.50 124241 Photography: Introduction To Digital Beam Th 6:00-7:30 3-206 Sept.28 10 $82.50 124290 Photography: Introduction To Digital Simcoe T 6:00-7:30 141A Sept.26 10 $82.50 124295 Pyrography* Simcoe W 7:00-8:30 121 Sept.27 8 $66.00 124209 RugWeaving*rs Port W 6:00-7:00 Caf Sept.27 10 $55.00 124296 Screenwriting - Introduction Simcoe Th 6:30-8:00 141D Sept.28 8 $66.00 124300 Sewing-Beginners Grimsby W 6:30-8:30 305 Sept.27 10 $110.00+$10 124244 Sketching&Drawing-Beginners Simcoe T 6:00-8:30 127 Sept.26 8 $110.00+$10 124243 SketchingandDrawing-Beginners Beam T 7:00-8:00 1-206 Sept.26 10 $55.00+$10 12

C 4242 Sketching and Drawing For Kids Ages 7-13 Beam T 6:00-7:00 1-206 Sept.26 10 $55.00+$10 124298 Sketching & Drawing - Intermediate Simcoe W 6:00-8:30 127 Sept.27 8 $110.00+$10 124256 StainedGlass-Beginners* Cent T 6:00-9:00 108 Sept.26 10 $165.00 124311 TheCreativeBulletJournal Simcoe T 6:30-8:30 141D Sept.26 4 $44.00 134245 Ukulele Beam M 7:00-8:00 Music Sept.25 10 $55.00 13

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MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE - EXCELCourse No. 4324

Geared towards those with some Excel experience, this new course features the opportunity for learners to earn a SpecialistCertificateinExcelfromMicrosoftthroughtheDBSN’sMicrosoftImagineAcademy.Studentswillfurthertheirskills in formatting workbooks, applying formulas, working with tables, charts, references, functions and data features. In preparationfortheMOSCertificationexam,participantswillhavetheabilitytocompleteapracticetestandthengearupforthefinalexamwheretheycanearnaSpecialistCertificatefromMicrosoft(withapassingscore)topromoteontheirresume or career portfolios. Please note that this is a fast-paced course and students may need to practice on their own

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COURSE CHART GUIDEAges:All courses are for ages18+,unless otherwise indicated:

S : Seniors C : Children (Elementary)T : TeensM : Mixed Ages

Descriptions:Please refer to course descriptions, starting on page 12.

* Course material costs are extra

Locations:Location codes refer to map on page 2.

BeamsvilleDSSBeamsville-Beam

Centennial SSWelland - Cent

Governor Simcoe SSSt. Catharines - Simcoe

Greater Fort Erie SSFort Erie - Fort

Grimsby SSGrimsby - Grims

Lifetime Learning CtrSt. Catharines - LLC

Parnall Public SchoolSt. Catharines - Parnall

Port Colborne HSPt. Colborne - Port

Westlane SSNiagara Falls - West

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LANGUAGE4260 Arabic-Beginners Simcoe T 6:00-8:00 141B Sept.26 10 $110.00+$5 154233 French-Beginners Beam T 6:30-8:00 3-206 Sept.26 10 $82.50+$5 154234 French-Beginners Simcoe W 6:30-8:00 141A Sept.27 10 $82.50+$5 154275 French - Intermediate Simcoe W 8:00-9:30 141A Sept.27 10 $82.50+$5 154235 French - Travellers Beam T 8:00-9:30 3-206 Sept.26 10 $82.50+$5 154277 German-Beginners Simcoe T 6:30-8:00 141C Sept.26 10 $82.50+$5 154282 Italian for Travellers Simcoe W 6:30-8:30 141C Sept.27 8 $82.50+$5 154221 Italian - Travellers/Conversation Grims M 6:00-7:30 100 Sept.25 10 $82.50+$5 154284 Japanese-Beginners Simcoe Th 7:00-8:30 141A Sept.28 10 $82.50+$5 154228 Spanish - Advanced Grims T 6:00-7:30 100 Sept.26 10 $82.50+$5 154302 Spanish Conversational - Advanced Simcoe W 8:00-9:30 141B Sept.27 10 $82.50+$5 154306 SpanishConversational-Beginners Simcoe M 8:00-9:30 141A Sept.25 10 $82.50+$5 154310 Spanish Conversational - Intermediate Simcoe W 6:30-8:00 141B Sept.27 10 $82.50+$5 154307 SpanishforTravellers-Beginners Simcoe M 6:30-8:00 141A Sept.25 10 $82.50+$5 154227 SpanishforTravellers-Beginners Grims T 7:45-9:15 100 Sept.26 10 $82.50+$5 15

4216 Badminton Cent T 6:30-8:30 GymA/B Sept.26 10 $110.00+$5 144204 BasketballMen’sRecreational Port W 7:00-8:00 Gym A Sept.27 15 $60.00 144205 Basketball-RecraetionalMen’s30+ Beam T 8:00-9:30 DGym Sept.26 10 $82.50 144206 BasketballMen’sRecreational Port W 8:00-9:00 Gym A Sept.27 15 $60.00 144231 BellyDancing Beam T 5:30-6:30 Drama Sept.26 10 $55.00 144256 BodyKick West M&W 7:00-8:00 Sm Gym Sept.25 20 $110.00 144319 Chakra Healing Simcoe W 6:30-8:00 Library Sept.27 8 $66.00 144175 Fit and Fabulous Fort M 6:30-7:30 Commons Sept.25 10 $55.00 144268 FitnessBootcamp Parnall M 7:00-8:15 Gym Sept.25 10 $68.75 144270 Fitness: Core & More Parnall Th 7:00-8:00 Gym Sept.28 10 $55.00 144269 Fitness-50+ Parnall Th 6:00-7:00 Gym Sept.28 10 $55.00 144177 Gentlefit-50+ Fort M 5:30-6:30 Commons Sept.25 10 $55.00 144249 Golf Cent T 6:30-7:30 GymC Sept.26 10 $55.00 144250 Golf Cent T 7:30-8:30 GymC Sept.26 11 $55.00 144219 Hatha Yoga Grims T 7:00-8:30 Studio Sept.26 10 $82.50 14

C 4316 Jazz/Hiphop for Kids - Ages 4-10 Fort Th 6:00-7:00 Portable 1 Sept.28 10 $55.00 14C 4178 Martial Arts for Kids - Ages 4-8 Fort M 6:00-7:00 Gym Sept.25 10 $55.00 14C 4179 Martial Arts for Kids - Ages 9-13 Fort M 7:00-8:00 Gym Sept.25 10 $55.00 14

4222 Meditation Grims T 7:15-8:30 Library Sept.26 4 $27.50 144223 Meditation West Th 5:15-6:15 Library Sept.28 5 $27.50 144320 Mindfulness & Meditation Cent T 6:30-8:00 Drama Sept.26 8 $66.00 144321 Meditation Simcoe T 7:45-9:00 Library Sept.26 8 $55.00 144322 Meditation Simcoe Th 6:30-7:45 Library Sept.28 8 $55.00 14

M 4323 Mindfulness For Tweens/Teens Ages 10-15 Simcoe T 6:30-7:30 Library Sept.26 8 $55.00 144225 Pickleball* Grims W 6:30-8:30 Gym Sept.27 10 $110.00 144207 Pilates Port T 5:15-6:15 310 Sept.26 10 $55.00 144226 PoundFit* Grims Th 7:00-8:00 Lower Gym Sept.28 10 $55.00 154312 Traditional Highland Dancing Simcoe T 6:00-7:30 Caf Sept.26 10 $82.50 154195 Yoga West W 4:00-5:00 1089 Sept.27 10 $55.00 154196 Yoga Fort M 6:30-7:30 122 Sept.25 10 $55.00 154197 Yoga West W 5:30-6:30 1089 Sept.27 10 $55.00 154198 Yoga Grims W 6:30-8:00 Studio Sept.27 10 $82.50 154199 Yoga Port T 6:20-7:20 310 Sept.26 10 $55.00 154200 Yoga Cent T 5:45-6:45 148 Sept.26 10 $55.00 154201 Yoga Cent T 6:50-7:50 148 Sept.26 10 $55.00 154247 Yoga Beam T 6:45-7:45 Drama Sept.26 10 $55.00 154259 Yoga-Flow West M 5:30-6:30 1089 Sept.25 10 $55.00 15

C 4181 Yoga for Kids - Ages 4-9 Fort M 5:30-6:30 122 Sept.25 10 $55.00 154202 Zumba Fort T 7:30-8:30 Gym Sept.26 10 $55.00 154203 Zumba Fort Th 7:30-8:30 Gym Sept.28 10 $55.00 154313 Zumba Parnall T 7:30-8:30 Gym Sept.26 10 $55.00 15

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4324 MSOfficeSpecialistCertification-Excel LLC Th 6:00-8:00 201 Sept.28 8 $179.00 10MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION

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BASIC DOG TRAININGCourse No. 4261This course will give all dog lovers an opportunity to train and bond with their pet. You will be taught how to obediently train your dog with practice,sothatyouareproficientinskillsthatwill keep your dog safe. You will learn how to heel on a leash, sit, to stand, sit wait, down wait, to come and to drop what is in their mouth. If interestandifproficientontheaboveskills-youmay possibly learn: down while heeling, over/under and climbing.

BEADING – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4210Come and discover a fun new hobby! Learn basic beading stitches such as peyote, right-angle weave, and brick stitch. Class projects willbechosenbasedoninterest.*Asmallmaterial fee may apply or supply your own.

CROCHETINGCourse No. 4169Beginnerswilllearnthebasicsofstartingaproject of their choosing. Help will be given on reading patterns and exploring new stitches. Participants will come prepared with a project and all necessary supplies.

FLORAL DESIGN - BEGINNERSCourse No. 4272Thebasicsoffloraldesignwillbetaught.Theuseoffreshandartificialflowerswillbe demonstrated. Designing bud vases to everydaycentrepieces.*Costofflowersextra,payable each class.

FLORAL – CHRISTMASCourse No. 4274Centrepieces, wreaths, fresh urns, etc., will be taught.Fresh&artificialflowersareused.*Asmall charge will be collected each week to coverfloralcosts.

FLORAL DESIGN – INTERMEDIATECourse No. 4273Advancedfloraldesignwillfocusonhighstyleand hand tieds, Victorian and garden themes. *Asmallextraweeklychargewillbeappliedtocoverfloralcosts.

GUITAR – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4237,4239Learn guitar basics such as tuning, chords, notes, rhythmandmore.Bringyourownguitar.

GUITAR – INTERMEDIATECourse No. 4278This course works off the fundamentals of the beginner’s class. It is strongly recommended totakeGuitar-Beginnersfirst.Focusonlearningsongsandrefiningtechniquesfromthepreviousclass.Bringyourownguitar.

GUITAR – ROCK/BLUES Course No. 4279Learn the basics of classic blues and rock rhythms, four bar progressions, scales, and solo improvisation with acoustic and electric guitars, with the use of the slide. Some guitar experienceisnecessary.Bringyourownguitar.

IMPROV DRAMACourse No. 4280Students will learn the basic skills of improvisation. Studentswillgainmoreconfidencebeinguponstage and being able to think on their feet. A class where you learn by doing.

PAINTING FOR KIDS – AGES 8-12Course No. 4180This class shows students how to paint what they see and what they can imagine. Students will get the chance to try both traditional painting techniques (oil, acrylic and watercolour) and non-traditional (painting with objects, homemade paints etc.) A fun, creativeclassforbeginners.*Amaterialfeewillbecollectedatthefirstclass.

PHOTOGRAPHY – ADVANCED DIGITAL Course No. 4240, 4289Learn the advanced tricks of the trade from a professional photographer that will take your digital images from every day to stunning, professional quality. This course also involves out of class excursions to experiment with different situations.

PHOTOGRAPHY – INTRODUCTION TO DIGITALCourse No. 4241, 4290Lighting,depthoffield,aperture,shutterspeedand I.S.O. are just some of the many skills addressed. Digital camera and memory card are required. DSLR Camera recommended.

PYROGRAPHYCourse No. 4295This course will explore the art of pyrography; using a heated metal pen and blowtorches to create art on various mediums. We will focus primarily on wood burning, but will also work with burning paper, leather, and more. The course will give an overview of basic techniques (lettering, shading, design), and will complete a few projects to take home. Participants are welcome to bring their own burner if they have one; if not, units will be availabletoborrowfortheclass.*Asmallweekly charge will be collected for materials cost.

RUG wEAVINGCourse No. 4209Learn to weave rag rugs using recycled t-shirts, bedsheets and plastic grocery bags. Thefirstlessonistomakeaworkingloomfromdollarstoreitems.*Materialsfee$15,payableatfirstclass.Bringscissors,measuringtape, old t-shirts, bedding & plastic grocery bags.

SCREENwRITING – INTRODUCTIONCourse No. 4296Screenplays are the essential starting point fromwhichfilmproductionsflow.Thiscourse will introduce new screenwriters to the universal blueprint behind a professional screenplay and how to structure plot points to meet the expectations of executives and entertain audiences. Students will study a mixture of basic theory and script analysis throughexamplesofsuccessfulfilms.Bytheend of the course, they will understand how toformatascreenplayandbefluentinthelanguage used to discuss the writing form.

SEwING – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4300*Students will learn basic skills & grow in confidencetostartasewinghobby.Severalsmall projects will be completed ranging from atotebagtorefashioningathriftstorefind.Machine & hand sewing. Students must bring their own sewing machine.

SKETCHING & DRAwING FOR ADULTS – BEGINNER’SCourse No. 4243*, 4244*Learn the basics of drawing and sketching in this hands on course. Understand the basics of drawing, the tools of the trade, and how to use them.

SKETCHING & DRAwING FOR KIDS 7-13Course No. 4242*This course focuses on basic drawing technique. Sketchpad, pencils and eraser required.

SKETCHING & DRAwING & DRAwING FOR ADULTS –INTERMEDIATECourse No. 4298*Buildinguponthebasics,thiscoursewillfocus on composition, rendering and general refinementthatseparatessketchfromfinishedpiece.Forthosewithsomedrawingexperience who are looking to improve their skills.

STAINED GLASS – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4256Learn the basics of stained glass using the copper foil technique. Instruction includes design, cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering and finishingtechniques.Studentscancompleteseveral projects of their own designs at their ownpace.*Thereisanadditionalfeeforthe“Starter Kit”, if required. A supply list can be obtainedfromtheinstructorthefirstnight.

THE CREATIVE BULLET JOURNALCourse No. 4311Discover a fun and creative way to keep all your To-Do lists, appointments, goals, memories, etc. organized all in one personalized notebook. Relaxing journaling PLUSmore.ABulletJournalandthensome.Once it is set up in class, a few relaxing minutes a day can keep it going smoothly. Supplies needed are pen, pencil, ruler, thin markers or pencil crayons and a notebook for 2nd class.


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UKULELE – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4245Learn and practice the basics of this fun and increasingly popular instrument, including tuning, strumming, chords, songs, and more. Bringyourownukulele.

COMPUTER ANIMATION & PROGRAMMING FOR KIDS – AGES 8-14Course No. 4264*Enjoy creating your own animated games and learn computer programming simultaneously in a fun and creative way. Learn through playing and develop your favourite skills (e.g. drawing, music, art, and more). Discover your own potential with this technology developed by the Lifelong Kindergarten from M.I.T.

COMPUTER BASICS - 40+Course No. 4262*Learn the basics of computer operations including email, web browsing, Skype, and MS Office.

COMPUTERS – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4172*Participants will learn to manage and use digital photographs and create products on the computer such as slide shows, posters and interest websites as well as accessing digital resources offered by local organizations. Photoshop Elements will be used. No prior experience needed. Seniors are welcome.

COMPUTERS FOR SENIORSCourse No. 4217*This course is for people with very little or no computer experience. The teacher will take you through the basics of computers; e-mail, google, maps, e-cards, photos, attachments and more. This promises to be an interesting course in a very relaxed atmosphere.

DIGITAL ART FOR KIDS – AGES 9-12Course No. 4174*Learn how to use computers to channel your creativity and make unique artworks. Kids will learn how to create images using Photoshop Elementsandmakeshortfilms,animatedgifs and simple animations using Macromedia Flash.

GRAPHIC DESIGNCourse No. 4220*Learn the basics of professional graphic design software while creating business stationary. Great for entrepreneurs, business support staff or those who are interested in learning introductory Graphic Design.

MICROSOFT OFFICE BASICSCourse No. 4288*A survey course learning the fundamentals of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

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PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS – INTRODUCTIONCourse No. 4293*Learn how to manipulate photographs, do touch ups, changing of backgrounds, colours, etc in images.

VIDEO MAKERCourse No. 4317*This course introduces the foundations of DSLR video. Students will learn to capture, edit,andexportfinishedwork.Requirementsfor this course are a DSLR camera with video capabilities, and a video editing software. Examples of software include iMovie, Movie Maker, Adobe Premiere, etc.

BAKING & CAKE DECORATING FOR KIDS – AGES 7-12Course No. 4168Kids will bake simple cakes, cookies or pastries andthengettodecoratewhattheybake.Basiccake decorating skills will be taught in this fun andcreativeclass.*Materialfeeextrapayabletoinstructor,$30.

COOKING FOR NEwBIESCourse No. 4266A combination of demonstrations and hands-on experiences will equip you to become more comfortable in the kitchen. Come out and expandyourfoodhorizons!*Costforfoodwill be collected in class.

DESSERTS & PASTRIESCourse No. 4267Afunfilledyetsimpleandsweetexperiencefrom apple pie to zucchini breads. Come join us for a baking tour from around the globe. Handsonanddemonstrations.*Smallextraweekly charge for food costs.

ESSENTIAL OILSCourse No. 4257This 5 week course is designed to share with you practical lessons using Essential Oils. Find out how to select the best therapeutic-grade oil for you and your family. Learn how to make products you can use for yourself and family, as well as give as gifts! Material extra payable to theinstructor,approximately$55.

ESSENTIAL OILS 101Course No. 4318Essential Oils is about taking care of you and your family’s health in a natural way. With their widearrayofphysicalandemotionalbenefits,essential oils are not just a fad, they are a lifestyle! We will have a chance to experience the oils as well as learn ways to use them! Learn about essential oils for: green cleaning, immune support, pregnancy and babies/children, emotions, and weight management.

GARDEN SPROUTS – AGES 4-8Course No. 4176This class introduces children to the love of gardening. Kids will get to start seeds, grow veggies,flowersanddoherbgardensandtakeitallhome.Comegetyourhandsdirty!*Asmall fee will be collected to cover costs.

INTERNATIONAL FLAVOURSCourse No. 4281Join us for a culinary tour of various ethnic foodsfromaroundtheworld.*Smallextraweekly charge for food costs.

JUNIOR CHEF’S – AGES 8-12Course No. 4285, 4286, 4287A fun class where kids will learn some basic cooking skills and then get to eat what they make! Easy recipes, breakfasts, lunches, dinner and desserts will be created. This class is NOT peanutfree.*Amaterialfeewillbecollectedfirstclass.

KICKSTART YOUR HEALTH wITH FOODCourse No. 4258Learn tips, tricks, and strategies for easy healthy cooking. This course is demonstration based and recipes will be prepared in class for you to taste. Whether your goal is to lose weight, gain energy, or improve overall health, this course can help. We will be focusing on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. You will be sent home with recipes to try so you can get started on your road to a healthy lifestyle.*Thereisanextra$20feepayabletotheinstructoronthefirstnighttocoverthecost of food.

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BADMINTONCourse No. 4216*A fun night for anyone interested in playing badminton. All levels of players welcome. Improve your game while exercising and having fun.Bringyourownracquet;shuttlecockprovided.

BASKETBALL - MENSRECREATIONAL – ALL AGESCourse No. 4204, 4206An enjoyable night of scrimmage basketball for adult males who are looking for recreation, exercise and getting on the basketball court for a good game. Fitness attire and non-marking shoes required.

BASKETBALL - MENSRECREATIONAL 30+Course No. 4205An enjoyable night of scrimmage basketball for adult males who are looking for recreation, exercise and getting on the basketball court for a good game. Fitness attire and non-marking shoes required.

BELLY DANCINGCourse No. 4231Learn the basic movements of this effective and enjoyable form of exercise and develop a positive self-image.

BODY KICKCourse No. 4256Kickboxing moves that will tone & sculpt your body while increasing your cardio, balance & flexibility.

CHAKRA HEALINGCourse No. 4319Discover auras and energy systems of the human body. This class will explain the meridian points and chakra system - and how to heal and keep them balanced. Learn about the location of each chakra, function, emotional and physical connection, and how to heal and keep them balanced using positive affirmations,colourtherapy,meditation,energyexercises, essential oils, and much more.

FIT AND FABULOUS 40+Course No. 4175A fun class that helps participants burn calories and sculpt muscles through low impact aerobic exercise, muscle toning exercises and stretching. Class is suitable for both men and womenandallfitnesslevelsarewelcome!Please bring a yoga mat and hand weights.


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FITNESS BOOTCAMPCourse No. 4268Getyourmetabolismgoingandyourbodyfitby having fun. Uses a variety of circuit training, agility drills, core strengthening, and yoga stretches to get your body in shape.

FITNESS: CORE & MORECourse No. 4270A variety of exercise levels, focusing on toning abs & major muscle groups for physically independent adults seeking to maintain and improve an active lifestyle. Program includes a warmup, toning & cardio exercise formats including circuits, Tabata-style intervals, mat exercises, ending with stretching & relaxation exercises.Bringwaterbottle,comfortablerunners, workout clothes, non-slip Pilates-type mat. Optional: small hand weights and towel!

FITNESS - 50+Course No. 4269A low impact circuit workout for seniors designedtointroducefitnesstoseniors,buildsome cardiovascular endurance and muscle flexibility.

GENTLEFIT – 50+Course No. 4177Participants will enjoy a class that features low impact aerobics, light weight training and stretching. A chair will be used for part of the class for both seated and balance exercises. A gentle but effective workout that will help with mobility and improve muscular tone, strength andflexibility.

GOLFCourse No. 4249, 4250 Stay on top of your game or learn stance, grip and swing. Instructor will teach a variety of shot techniques. You must bring your own golf clubs.

HATHA YOGACourse No. 4219This class will help you to increase your flexibilityandstrength,improveyourbalanceand deal with stress in a positive manner. Meditation, guided imagery and relaxation will be incorporated to support deep relaxation and help you feel rejuvenated.

JAZZ / HIP HOP – AGES 4-10Course No. 4316This is for kids that are energetic and love to move to popular contemporary music. Instruction on the basics of Jazz and Hip-Hop steps, styles and movements will lead to gainingconfidenceandhavingfunonthedancefloor.

MARTIAL ARTS FOR KIDS – AGES 4-8 or 9-13Course No. 4178, 4179Participants will learn the basic principles of Taekwando, a Korean Martial Art of Self Defence. Emphasis is on building strength, character and leadership. Instructed by Master in TKD.

MEDITATIONCourse No. 4222, 4223, 4321, 4322A regular meditation and mindfulness practice can reduce anxiety, stress and hormonal imbalance. Improve your quality of sleep and learn simple techniques that can improve your overall well-being and health. This class consists of breath work, guided meditation, mindfulness meditation, visualization and mantra meditations. Each week we will explore different meditations from different traditions. New, novice and experiencedmeditatorswillfindaplaceinthisclass. Please bring a yoga mat to each class, although chair sitting is available.

MEDITATION & MINDFULNESSCourse No. 4320Improve the quality of your mind, body and soul, learning meditation techniques that will have a life altering impact on you. This class will teach you mindfulness, conscious breathing, guided meditation, visualization, medical meditation, and ancient traditions to heal and balance your energy and chakra system. You will also learn how to rewire your brain with positive self-talk andaffirmations.Pleasebringayogamattoeachclass, although chair sitting is available.

MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS FOR TwEENS/TEENS - AGES 10-15Course No. 4323An 8-lesson introduction to mindfulness for tweens & teens, with a strong emphasis on experientiallearning.Thefirstsixlessonsfocus on cultivating the foundational axioms of mindfulness: intention, attention and attitude. Each week we will spend two 15-20 minute sessions doing a mindfulness meditation. As the course progresses, participants then learn to cultivategratitude,heartfulness,handledifficultthoughtsandemotions,andfinallydevelopkindness towards themselves and others. Importantly, the key foundations of mindfulness - i.e. paying attention to the present moment with openness, curiosity and warmth are developed. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat along to each class.

PICKLEBALLCourse No. 4225AcrossbetweenTennis,BadmintonandTabletennis, Pickleball is easy to learn and one of the fastest growing leisure sports in North America. This program will introduce participants to the fundamental strokes and strategies needed to play through a variety of skill exercises and open game play opportunities. This program is suitable for both experienced and beginner players.Limitedequipmentavailable,fitnessattirerequired.*Thereisaone-time$10rentalfeefortheracquetsthatwillbecollectedthefirstnight.

PILATESCourse No. 4207Improveflexibility,buildstrength,developcontrol, coordination and balance through core body exercises. This course will also focus on improving posture and increasing mental awareness. No previous experience with Pilates necessary. Please bring Pilates mat and water to class.

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ARABIC – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4260*This course has been especially designed for tourists, business travellers and students who wishtoacquireacertainamountofproficiencyin spoken Arabic in a short span of time. This course will provide the learners with basic working knowledge of the Arabic language and enable them to understand and communicate Arabic in an excellent manner. It will open the gates for more learning and this language as well as understanding the Arabian culture.

FRENCH BEGINNERSCourse No. 4233*, 4234*Students will experience the French language and gain a strong knowledge of the exciting French culture. Focus is on fundamental conversational skills for those wishing to learn for enjoyment or if you have children in French Immersion programs.

FRENCH - INTERMEDIATECourse No. 4275*This course is for those who would like to enhance their French language skills through conversation, drama, and media. Learn French culture and expressions that will take your skills to the next level! Students should already have a basic understanding of the language.

FRENCH FOR TRAVELLERSCourse No. 4235*This course places the emphasis on fun and conversation. Students will experience the French language and gain a strong knowledge of the exciting French culture. Focus is on fundamental conversational skills for those wishing to learn this romantic language.

GERMAN - BEGINNERSCourse No. 4277*Guten Tag! Are you planning on visiting Germany? Or do you just want to discover the language and culture of modern Germany? This course will introduce you to the vocabulary and grammar you need for travelling and basic conversation. You will learn to understand and use familiar everyday expressions. We will practice situations such as shopping, ordering in restaurants, asking directions, etc. Talking about German culture and customs will be part of the class.

ITALIAN FOR TRAVELLERSCourse No. 4282*Impariamo Italiano! This class is designed for travellers with no previous knowledge of Italian. Emphasis will be placed on basic vocabulary, grammar, comprehension and conversations in Italian. Some of the main topics will focus on how to communicate, greetings, ordering from a menu, asking for directions and buying train tickets! There will be a 3 week interruption in the schedule while the teacher is away. Classes will resume thereafter.

POUNDFITCourse No. 4226Pound is an energizing workout using lightly weighteddrumsticksthatareengineeredspecificallyfor exercise. This powerful workout combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga andpilates-inspiredmoves.Poundfitisdesignedforallfitnesslevels,ages,andgendersandcanbeeasilymodifiedtofiteveryone’sneeds.Comeoutandbeapartofanamazingworkout!*Thereisaone-time$10rentalfeeforsticks,thiswillbecollectedthefirstclass.

TRADITIONAL HIGHLAND DANCINGCourse No. 4312This class provides an introduction to highland dance. Each class will include warm up exercises before participants begin to learn the dances themselves. We will begin with identifying the positions of the feet and hands and basic movements before moving on to learning a 3-step Highland Fling. As a class, we will determine whether we wish to learn more steps totheflingormoveontothesworddance.

YOGACourse No. 4195, 4196, 4197, 4198, 4199, 4200, 4201, 4247Study the discipline of Yoga while building strength,staminaandflexibility.Pleasebringa mat and blanket to class. Please pay close attention to date, time and location indicated in the index.

YOGA - FLOwCourse No. 4259This class offers is a fusion of various yoga styles. We follow a different sequence every week, but the structure is typically the same: we start out with slow, gentle postures. We then move on to sun salutations followed by moderately challenging postures, including a balancing sequence. From there, we typically wrap things up with a series of restorative poses. Prepare to be challenged and to break a sweat!

YOGA FOR KIDS – AGES 4-9Course No. 4181This playful class will promote self- expression through the body and mind. Children will lengthen, strengthen their bodies and learn how to develop focus and awareness through breathing and relaxation techniques. This class will incorporate partner poses singing and dance.

ZUMBACourse No. 4202, 4203, 4313A fusion of Latin music and aerobic/interval training that tones and sculpts the body. Please pay close attention to date, time and location indicated in the index.

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ITALIAN – TRAVELLERS -CONVERSATIONCourse No. 4221*Impariamo Italiano! In a relaxed atmosphere, focus on basic vocabulary and specificconversationandreadingskillstoenable student to travel within an Italian speaking country and enjoy their stay.

JAPANESE – BEGINNERSCourse No. 4284*Students will experience the Japanese language, with a focus on basic writing and essential conversational knowledge. Come and learn more about this language in an engaging environment.

SPANISH CONVERSATIONAL – ADVANCEDCourse No. 4302*, 4228*Students will experience the Spanish Language. Advanced conversational classes including writing messages. They will improve their communication skills by developing dialogue.

SPANISH CONVERSATIONAL -BEGINNERSCourse No. 4306*An introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Instructions will be taught using various day- to-day themes and you will discover a variety of resources to improve your Spanish.

SPANISH CONVERSATIONAL – INTERMEDIATECourse No. 4310*A continuation from the Spanish for Traveller’sBeginnersCourse.Thiscourse will enhance the student’s level of vocabulary, verb usage, and conversational skills. Very helpful for frequent traveller’s and vacationers.

SPANISH FOR TRAVELLERS - BEGINNERSCourse No. 4307*, 4227*In a relaxed atmosphere, focus on basic vocabularyandspecificconversationandreading skills to enable students to travel within a Spanish speaking country and enjoy their stay.


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ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY - August 17-September 13, 2017; walk-in, phone, mail or fax by August 28-September 13, 2017.

Receipts may be emailed to participants.

September 13, 2017.

ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY - August 17-September 13, 2017; walk-in, phone, mail or fax by August 28-September 13, 2017.

Receipts may be emailed to participants.

September 13, 2017.



HOW TO REgisTER - gENERAL iNTEREsTRegister by phone, fax, mail, in-person or online ............... 1Adult & Community Education Locations ........................... 2Registration Forms ................................................................. 16

sECONdARy sCHOOL CREdiT COuRsEseLearning, Self-Study, EdVance ................................................ 3 Night School, Credit Courses .............................................4-5Daytime Credit Courses ......................................................6-7

CREdiT & CERTiFiCATE PROgRAMsPersonal Support Worker (PSW) .......................................... 8Welding Certification .............................................................. 8Transition to Employment ....................................................... 8

LiTERACy ANd LANguAgE PROgRAMsLiteracy and Basic Skills ........................................................... 9 English as a Second Language for Adults (ESL) ................... 9International Languages for Elementary Aged Students(ELKP - Grade 8) ....................................................................... 9

gENERAL iNTEREsT COuRsEsCourse Index ..................................................................... 10-11Course Descriptions ....................................................... 12-15

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