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ACTIVITY AND MOVEMENT

Dance Center of Kirkwood (821-

6663) offers the opportunity to studywith experienced and highly trained

professional instructors. Summer campsfocus on all aspects of choreography,

music, staging, costumes and makeup.Mini-camps each Friday and Saturday

throughout the summer study the SwanLake Ballet, Chinese ribbon dancing,

hip-hop and Disney princesses.

East West Ballet School strives to be

the obvious choice for those seeking ex-cellent dance training with exceptional

standards at a reasonable cost. Theyoffer professional quality dance instruc-

tion with a former ballet dancer, anda graduate of Canadas National Bal-

let School. Call 398-9960 or visit www.EastWestBallet.com.

St. Louis Gym Centre (315 W. Pacic,

968-9494) offers gymnastic instructionfor ages 1 to adult and martial arts in-

struction for ages 4 to adult. Two 5-daycamps and Monday, Wednesday, Thurs-

day half-day camps as well as classesare offered for summer. Birthday par-ties, eld trips, playgroups and adult

open workout also offered. Visit www.stlouisgymcentre.com.

St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer

Club (636-349-3760) offers year-roundprograms for boys and girls of all ages

and skill levels. Spring outdoor, devel-opmental programs for ages 3 to 10 be-

gin the last week of March at the clubsheadquarters at Anheuser-Busch Center

in Fenton, Scott Gallagher Soccer Clubin Maryland Heights and Metro United

Complex in Collinsville. Summer daycamps for ages 4 to 18 begin in early June

throughout the area. All camps focus on

improving individual skills in the sport.Kids learn to improve their touch on theball and self-condence on the eld. En-rollment forms at www.slsgcamps.com.

Tower Tees professional teaching

staff, headed by owner/head PGA Pro-fessional Steve Lotz, focuses on address-ing the needs of the individual and his/

her golf requirements. Their motto isWe teach people, not systems. Lesson

packages and single session lessons areavailable from all the teaching profes-

sionals. Call 481-5818 for information.

CAMPSIn Kirkwood for 60+ years Acker-manns Swim Program teaches chil-dren 4-11 the life skill of swimming and

water safety. Group swim lessons in fourheated pools with different water levelsfor safe learning. Red Cross certied

teaching staff. Non-competitive learn-

ing environment. Drop off and pick-upat curb. Visit aspkirkwood.com.

Cub Creek (573-458-2125) is the only

overnight animal camp in the country.Campers can feed lemurs, walk llamas,

hold a baby kangaroo, pet a porcupine(very carefully of course), launch rock-

ets, explore a cave, make candy andcrafts, enjoy archery, riery and zip

lining. They have a beautiful facilityon 240 acres, large air-conditioned cab-

ins, great food, caring staff and fantas-tic camp activities. The most popularweek-long activities include Adopt an

Animal, Junior Vet, Crime Science, Ar-chery, Pottery, Survival Skills and Cu-

linary Science. Visit www.myanimal-camp.com and request a free brochure.

The College School offers day camps

for ages 4-11 and outdoor adventuresfor ages 9-15. One-week Summer

Warm-Up camps are from June 6-10,four 2-week themed Adventure Day

Camp Sessions are from June 13-Au-gust 5. Day camps, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday through Friday, include eldtrips, recreational swimming and swim

lessons (for ages 4-7). Before and aftercare is available. Experienced teach-

ers assisted by qualied counselors

lead day camps. For campers ages 9-15seeking outdoor learning experiences,the school offers various 5-day adven-

tures led by experienced College Schoolteachers from June 6-July 22.

Concord Lanes, with nine acres, is

summer camp fun. The camp offersbowling, mini-golf, batting cages and

sand volleyball to keep kids active allday long. Find all this and more at Kids

In Action Summer Camp. For more in-formation call 843-9200 or visit www.

concordlanes.com.

Cor Jesu Enrichment and SportsCamps are designed for girls, 3rd-8th

grades, and are taught by CJA teachersand coaches. Camps include show choir,

cooking, baking, creative writing, studyskills, hip-hop, Zumba, new grade-school lacrosse, eld hockey, volleyball,

soccer, golf, basketball and more. Visitwww.corjesu.org/camps2011 for more

information.

Davids Guitar Loft (Webster Groves

and Fenton) offers three summer campoptions for ages 5-17: Rock Start Sum-mer Camp, Song Writing Series Camp

and Exploring Music. For more informa-tion visit www.davidsguitarloft.com.

Forsyth Summer Discovery 2011

will be in full swing from June 13 toAugust 12. Discover something new

this summer. Learn illustration andcartooning from a published illustrator.

Build a solar car and learn about solarenergy. How about shing in Forest

Park and much more with Eco Adven-

tures? Summer Discovery offers nearlyfour dozen, 1-week themed camps de-

veloped by the Forsyth School facultyfor boys and girls ages 3 - 12. There are

terric early childhood camps for the

pre-primary set. Extended day avail-

able. For more information visit For-

sythOnline.com, call 726-4542 or email

[email protected] Station Day Campis designed to stimulate campers ve

senses and imagination. Each week is a

different adventure for ages 6-12, to ex-plore nature, get dirty, play sports, cel-

ebrate drama and lose themselves in atime warp. Weekly themes are explored

through crafts, sports, talent shows, eldtrips, swimming and special guests. Held

at the Maplewood-Richmond HeightsElementary School, camp runs daily,

June 6 to July 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Magical Mornings and Enchanted After-

noons are available to extend campersday. For information contact Kate Wha-

ley with The Heights, Richmond HeightsCommunity Center, at 655-3663 or

[email protected].

Experience the worlds #1 summer tech-

nology program at iD Tech Campsand iD Teen Academies. Learn to

create video games, iPhone and iPadapps, websites with Flash, C++ /Java

programs, 3D models and animations,

robots and more. Ages 7-18 enroll inthese weeklong, day and residentialcamps, located at 60 universities na-

tionwide. This includes WashingtonUniversity, the University of Michigan,

Princeton, Stanford and more. Checkout teen programs at select universi-

ties: iD Gaming Academy, iD VisualArts Academy and iD Programming

Academy. Free year-round learning.Continuing Education Units available.

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AckermannsSwim Program

Download applications at:

ASPKirkwood.com

Teaching children toswim in Kirkwood

for over 60 years.

4-11 year olds.

e-mail: [email protected]

1044 Curran Ave. Kirkwood, MO 63122

One and two week sessionsbeginningMay23 through Aug12.

Call: 314-821-10 70

Lutheran High School South

Tesson Ferry at Gravois in South County

314-631-1400

Christian Education

in the Lutheran Tradition

Check Our

Website

for Summer

Sports Camp

OpportunitiesFor Grades 2

and up

www.lhssonline.org

Ballet Jazz Tap Pointe

Summer Dance CampJune 27 - July 1

Summer ClassesJuly 5 - August 15

#108 Crestwood Plaza

St. Louis, MO 63126

East West Ballet SchoolWhere Technique Meets Artistry

Half-Day Dance Camps, Workshops plus

Classes for Children and Adults are

offered throughout the summer

Register now! 314-398-9960www.EastWestBallet.com

Open HOuse saturday, MarcH 5 24 p.M.

The Berry PatchProfessional Child Care Center

State Licensed

Accredited Early Childhood Education Program

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Snack

Caring for Children Ages 2 - 6 Years

Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

670 S. Laclede Station Rd. (between Hwy. 44 & Watson Rd.)

314-962-4499 theberrypatchstl.com

Camp FUN inthe SONshinePlanned activities for activebodies and minds

GymClassesArtClassesWaterDaysVisitsfromthe

Zoo,MagicHouse,andmore!

Ages 3 - 8 yearsMay 31 to August 127 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily

NOW REGISTERING!(314) 353-5032

Salem lutheran School5025 Lakewood Affton


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Day Camps for ages 4-11f 1-week Summer Warm-Up, June 6-10

f 2-week Themed Adventure Day Camps,

June 13-August 5

Outdoor Adventures forages 9-15

All camps are led byexperienced teachers!

ventureintosummerat

7825 Big Bend Blvd. Webster Groves, MO 63119

314-962-9355 www.thecollegeschool.org

[email protected]

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CAMPS

Family owned Kraus Farms Eques-trian Center (Highway 141 & I-44,636-225-9513) specializes in educating

horse and rider. Camps for ages 7-15,all levels of riding, teach care of hors-

es through General Camp, WesternCamp, Beginner Equitation, Beginner

Crossrails and Intermediate Jumper.Year-round lessons offered for those

wanting to continue.

Spring and summer art classes in a va-riety of media are available for ages 4 to

adult at Laumeier Sculpture Park.Spring classes begin March 11. Art

Camp is sculpture, drawing, painting,printmaking, ceramics, art history, na-

ture, swimming, games and fun. Campsessions run June 6 to July 29. Half-day

camp for ages 4-6, 9 a.m. to noon. Full-day camp for ages 6-15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Camp sessions for teens provide guided

and independent work in multiple me-dia. Extended day available for full-day

camp. Acting and Visual Art camp forages 5-11. On-line registration avail-

able. Visit www.laumeier.org.

The Lindbergh School District Ac-tivities department (729-2400 x7550, sla-

[email protected]) offers a Sum-mer Enrichment program for grades 1-8.

Programs run June 6 to 23, Monday toThursday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Students have an opportunity to exploremany new avenues from music to sports.Families have the exibility of register-ing students weekly and per class. Over

30 different classes will be offered. Theprogram will be housed at SappingtonElementary School, 11011 Gravois Road,

in the Lindbergh School District.

Pegasus campers (students enteringgrades K-9) engage their bodies and

minds by exploring science, technology,theatre, visual arts, athletics, swim-

ming, and a variety of unique hobbies

on the state-of-the-art campus ofMary

Institute and Saint Louis CountryDay School (MICDS). Three 2-weeksessions are offered in 2011, and will be

led by creative and caring professionalteachers teaming with select college and

high school counselors. Hot lunch servedcafeteria-style included. Before and af-

tercare options are available. For moreinformation or to register visit www.pe-

gasuscamp.org or call 995-7342.

Get ready to have a blast. Sign up forSummer Science Blast at the SaintLouis Science Center and nd amaz-ing summer adventures. Learn to y a

real airplane. Design and build a robot.Master the Segway. Explore the sci-

ence behind cooking and more. New forthis year: Destination: Hawaii, where

campers will actually travel with sum-mer camp staff to the Aloha State.Camp opens June 6 and runs through

Aug. 5. Camps offered for ages 4 to18.Half-day, full-day and exible extend-

ed care options available. Call or visitwww.slsc.org to get a brochure or reg-

istration form.

Camp Fun in the SONshine is a sum-mer camp held on the campus ofSalemLutheran School. A safe and engag-ing environment, structured program-ming and weekly guest instructors is

provided for children ages 3 to 8 duringthe summer months. Call 353-5032 to

register today.

Camp Gonzaga at Simon Says EarlyChildhood Center (842-3848 x300), a

unique summer camp, has a little bitof everything for everyone from ages 6

to 12. The camp offers to be the enter-tainment for the summer. Sports, swim-

ming, cooking, sewing, exercise classes,science, computers, speakers, weekly

eld trips and more. Camp Gonzagawants each child to be involved with

professional teachers in a safe and stim-

ulating atmosphere during the summer.Meeting new people and encountering

new experiences are some of the goals.Campers walk away from camp having

created several memories that will havethem looking forward to next summer.

At Camp KangaZoo, choose one or

both week-long sessions: Extreme Ani-mals or Aquatic Adventures. Explore

animal habits and habitats, play games,meet animals, enjoy sing-a-longs, per-

form skits and more. On Thursdayevening sleep at the Zoo and wake upwith the birds. Sessions start June 13

for students entering grades 1 to 6. Alsothe Zoos award-winning teen camp pro-

gram for students entering grades 7 to9 and Camp Joey, a half-day camp for

pre-Kindergarten students ages 4 to 5,are available selected weeks during the

summer. Register for camp starting inMarch. For more information call 646-

4544 or visit stlzoo.org/education.

St. Michaels Preschool in Shrews-bury (647-7159 x20, www.stmike.org) is

enrolling for summer camp, ages 3 - 6,

including swim lessons. Five, 1-weeksessions: June 7 - July 8 from 8:30 a.m.to 2:30 p.m. with extended care. Also

enrolling for Fall Preschool Program:open 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. with tradition-al morning program 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Email [email protected].

AtVetta Sports Camps the child is the

focus. The camps (ve locations acrossthe metro area) offer activities thatchallenge children mentally and physi-

cally with indoor and outdoor play. Thewell-rounded camps, run by an experi-

enced staff of athletes, teach not onlyskills, but good attitudes and a love for

sports and recreation. Most of all, camp-ers have loads of fun. Activities include

soccer, water fun, inatables, basket-ball, kickball, tennis and creative arts

and crafts, mixed with reading times,

cultural awareness days and eld tripsto area attractions. Vetta Sports Sum-

mer Camps are active, affordable andfun. Visit www.vettasports.com/sum-

mercamp.

Join the Webster Groves AdventureClub (919-1709) for their 28th year of

summer programming. Children havea wide array of enrichment classes to

choose from in a safe, fun and nurtur-ing environment. Children also have the

opportunity for recreational swimming,eld trips, outdoor play and communityservice learning in the extended day

program.

Webster Groves Parks & Recreation(963-5600) Meet new friends and have a

lot of fun. The camps primary objectivesare to provide quality and specialty in-

door/outdoor experiences with emphasison nature, games, sports, arts and crafts,

performing arts and eld trips. Visitwww.webstergroves.org or call 963-5600

for information.

The Webster Groves School District

offers summer opportunities for stu-dents from pre-K through high school.Do not miss the Family Enrichment

and Summer Opportunities Fair, 5:30to 7:30 p.m. March 9 at Hixson MiddleSchool. For information call 918-4604.

ENRICHMENT AND TUTORING

One-on-One Tutoring (962-1231) createsan individualized learning plan based

on each students needs, interests, andgoals. They have experienced, degreed

tutors with training in LD. Learningstrategies, remediation, enrichment,

college prep. Students K-12 and college,reading, writing, study skills, organi-

zation, English, history, social studies,math, sciences. SAT/ACT/GRE/MCAT,

college application essay. Visit www.oneononetutoringstl.com.

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Brentwood Congregational ChurCh

Early Childhood CEntEr

T/W/ 9:15 a.m.2:15 p.m.12 months5 years

2400 S. Brentwood Blvd. Brentwood 314-962-0537

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The Webster Groves Presbyterian Church Early

Childhood Center admits students of any race, color

and national or ethnic origin.

Ages 212 - 51,2,3,4 or 5 days/week

ParentChoiceCooperativeProgram

EarlyBirdOption7-9a.m.

ExtendedDayAvailable Mon.-Thurs.Until3p.m.

Webster GrovesPresbyterian

Church

Early Childhood Center

SUMMERCAMPMAY24,25,26,31/JUNE1,2

OPENHOUSEMON.,MARCH79:30A.M.

Girls, join the summer fun at

Cor Jesu AcademysEnrichment CampsJune 6-10 & 13-17

Sports CampsJune 2011

For more informationvisit us online at

www.corjesu.org/camps2011

Summer Camp2 Week Sessions 9 a.m. 1 p.m.

(catered lunch)

Hlf Dy & Fll Dy pschool

enolling 3s, 4s & 5s

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Fully Licensed & AccreditedDegreed Teachers

Th Lb School514 E. Argonne Drive at Woodlawn

Kirkwood, Missouri 63122

314.822.8282www.thelabschool.com

Nurturing Children Since 1964

Adventure ClubSummr enrichmnt &extn day Camp

May 31July 29, 2011Bristol Elementary

For Registration Informationcall (314)963-6440

A Webster Groves School District Program

Imagination Station Day Camp

Imagination Station is designed for campers, ages 5-12, the camp runsMonday-Friday, June 6-July 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Join us for this 8 week adventure at

MRH Elementary School, 1800 Princeton Place, Richmond Heights, MO 63117.Crafts ~ Sports ~* Talent Shows ~* Field Trips ~* Swimming ~* Special Guests *~ More!

~Fees~Residents:$65/1 week session (Brentwood, Maplewood and Richmond Heights Residents)

Nonresidents:$80/1 week session (Nonresidents/Members/Corporate Members)~Magical Mornings~ Monday-Friday, 7-9 a.m.

Fees ~ Residents: $15 & Nonresidents:$22 per one week session~Enchanted Afternoons~ Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m.

Fees ~ Residents:$22 & Nonresidents:$28 per one week sessionFor more information contact Kate Whaley at (314) 655-3663

or by email [email protected].

KRAUS FARMSHighway 141 & I-44 636-225-9513

www.krausfarms.comCall us now to reserve your spot or for more information

See us under Summer Camps

Western & English Riding Available

Fun-filled Full Day Sessions

Lots of Riding Time

Riding Lessons Available Year Round

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Check out our Jr. and Adult

Spring and Summer Programs Clinics begin March 12

Leagues begin April 4

Jr. Camps weekly beginning June 13

Tiny Tiger, Basic and Advanced

High School Academy starts

June 14 or July 19

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION ALSO AVAILABLE

YourBestGolfisAheadofYou

For registration or more info: www.towertee.com or (314)481-5818

6727 Heege Rd. Affton

St. Michaels Little Angels Preschool

Learn to love, love to play, play to Learn

Now Enrolling for Fall Preschool ProgramMorning Session 8:30 a.m. : 11:30 a.m.Full Day Session 7:30 a.m. : 6:00 p.m.Lunch Included with Full Day sessionNew Summer Camp Program 5 weekswith swim lessons, 8:30 - 2:30 with beforeand after care till 5:30 p.m. 3 - 6 year olds.

Call 647-7159 ext. 20 www.stmike.org

7630 Sutherland Ave, Shrewsbury, MO 63119Email: [email protected]

www.stmike.org

A neighborhood preschool

for 3, 4 and 5 year olds.

Providing children with dynamic

learning experiences through music,

art, yoga, creative movement and

cooking programs.

Half-day preschool with early care

and extended days available.

9 S. Bompart [email protected]

Webster Groves Parks & RecreationFull & HalF Day

SummercampS ages 3-12c Wbg ~ June - AugustSft c ~ JuneKind c ~ JuneSots & mo c ~ JuneOzzi Siths Sots ad cs

(baseball/softball, soccer/basketball)~ June and August

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Experienced and qualified staff

Before & After Club available for most camps

Fo o infotion visitwww.wbstgovs.ogo (314) 963-5600

Make Music This suMMer3 camp styles for every musical interest

Rock Start play in a school-of-rock style band program

Song Writing Series Camp compose your own songs

Exploring Music hands on exploration of different instruments

38 W. Lockwood Webster Groves 314-962-9536

54 Fenton Plaza Fenton 636-326-9986

www.DavidsGuitarLoft.com

ScholarShip

imagination

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Grades 712

500 DeBaliviere AvenueSaint Louis, Missouri 63112

314.367.8085www.crossroadscollegeprep.org


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FINE ARTS

Krueger Pottery offers ceramic classes

for kids and adults of all ages. Summercamps include wheel-throwing and

parent/child classes. Krueger Potteryoffers birthday parties, scout lessons

and private lessons. View schedules atwww.kruegerpottery.com. Stop by the

gallery at 8153 Big Bend in WebsterGroves or call Aimee at 963-0180.

FINE ARTS cont.Musical Arts Academy of Webster

Groves (23 N. Gore, 918-0200) Pro-

fessional, experienced faculty offerspiano, guitar, strings, woodwinds and

brass instruction for all ages and lev-els. Visit www.musicalartsacademyof-

webstergroves.com.

PRESCHOOL AND DAYCARE

Caring for children since 1977, the

Berry Patch Professional ChildCare Center (670 S. Laclede StationRoad, 962-4499) is licensed, and has

an accredited early childhood programfor ages 2-6. Age appropriate activities,

low staff turnover and patient guid-

ance help children grow and fulll thepotential, which is theirs.

Since 1985 Brentwood Congrega-

tional Church Early ChildhoodCenter (2400 S. Brentwood Blvd, 962-0537) has served ages 1 to 5 on Tues-

days, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:15a.m. 2:15 p.m. Preschool education

lays the foundation for future schoolsuccess. Allow them to open the door toa positive attitude towards learning.

Emmanuel Preschool (9 S. Bompart,

961-2393, [email protected]) provides 3-, 4- and 5-year-

old children with dynamic learning ex-periences through music, art, yoga, cre-

ative movement and cooking programs.The experienced, caring teachers foster

a creative environment where children

thrive. Programs available year-round.

Now enrolling for fall 2011.

Founded in 1982, Faith Academy ofMontessori (44 N. Gore, 961-1411) ishoused in a 100-year-old train station.

The director and assistant directorhave guided this program together for

over 25 years, providing an environ-ment where children thrive. The Mon-

tessori method is based on the belief inchildrens creative potential, drive to

learn and right to be treated as indi-viduals. Specially designed materials

invite children to engage in learningactivities of their own choosing. Under

the guidance of trained teachers, chil-dren learn by making discoveries with

these materials. Children develop con-centration, motivation, self-discipline,

independence and a love for learning.

Glendale Presbyterian Preschool

has an experienced, caring staff. Sum-mer programs available. Call 822-2546.

St. Thomas/Holy Spirit ChildrensLearning Center (3980 S. Lindbergh,

843-8622) provides a nurturing envi-ronment and age-appropriate curricu-lum; a theme-based day care with pre-

school curriculum, arts and sports.

Webster Groves Presbyterian

Church Early Childhood Center

(45 W. Lockwood, 962-9210) serves ages2-1/2 to 5. The staff philosophy is to en-

able each child to grow physically, emo-tionally, socially, cognitively and spiri-

tually, and to have fun. Cooperative ornon-cooperative program options, earlycare and extended day also available.

SCHOOLS

Crossroads College Preparatory

School (367-8085, www.crossroadscol-legeprep.org) offers an academicallychallenging curriculum to a diverseand inclusive community. It encour-

ages students to engage imaginationsin every endeavor, from sciences to ne

arts, and strives to develop respectfulcitizens, who apply scholarship, imagi-

nation and critical thinking to civicand social responsibility. Summer pro-

grams available.

The Lab School, Inc. (514 E. Ar-gonne, 822-8282) is an independent,

not-for-prot, fully licensed and ac-credited preschool. Children learn in

a creative, process-oriented, problem-solving atmosphere under the guid-

ance of experienced, degreed teachers.Project Construct curriculum is used

in a nurturing, caring and safe envi-ronment. Enrolling for Fall 2011 and

Summer Camp.

Lutheran High School South excelsin providing Christian education foryoung men and women in grades 9-12.

The Christ-centered environment andchallenging college prep curriculum

help each student grow, learn and pre-pare for college and for a life anchored

in faith in Christ and dedicated to ser-

vice in His name.Founded in 1937 Rohan WoodsSchool is an independent elementaryschool for ages 2 to grade 6. Set in a

neighborhood of Warson Woods, theschool fosters the family experiencethat builds condence in children who

deserve to be inspired, to learn and to

grow into natural leaders. The mis-sion is simple: to provide a challenging

academic program that emphasizespersonal responsibility and respect forall individuals in a community where

every child is cherished, encouragedand prepared for continued success.

Visit www.rohanwoods.org or call tosee why Rohan Woods is the top choice

of independent schools in St. Louis.

Salem Lutheran School (5025 Lake-wood) offers an outstanding education

in a loving, Christian environment tochildren ages 3 to eighth grade. A well-

rounded curriculum, variety of extra-curricular activities, SMARTBoards

in all homeroom classrooms, state-of-the-art computer lab, ne arts, music,

P.E. and vibrant athletics program en-courage students to discover their God-

given abilities. Small class sizes and afamily atmosphere make Salem feel

like a childs home away from home.Next year Salem will offer expanded

preschool options. Choose how manydays (2-5), full or half day. For infor-

mation visit www.slcas.org, call 353-9242 or email [email protected].

Rooted in the Servite tradition, Sev-en Holy Founders Catholic Schoolprovides quality education to the chil-

dren of the community, enabling themto succeed in life, leading them in

faith, and encouraging them throughexample to serve God and others. Of-

fering Pre-K through Grade-8, SevenHoly Founders offers an atmospherefor individual growth and develop-

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sage, Community, and Service in thespirit of peace and justice. Call todayto schedule a visit, 631-8149.

Saint Dominic Savio School (7748

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demic program, strong spiritual forma-tion and extra-curriculars. SDS offers

a state-of-the-art computer lab, class-rooms with SMARTBoard technology,

ne art, music, PE, foreign language

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[email protected].

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