gsc community education spring - summer 2016 catalog

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Spring - Summer 2016

Gordon State College Community Education

Debbie Christian and Jessica EanesYour Community Education Team678-359-5123communityeducation@gordonstate.eduwww.gordonstate.edu/commed

Gordon State College is dedicated to serving the community needs of the middle Georgia area. Like other University System of Georgia institutions, Gordon State seeks to provide service beyond the academic offerings through continuing education and community outreach opportunities. High quality, affordable, and accessible learning experiences are provided through the Office of Community Education. These activities endeavor to enrich and improve the quality of life for area residents.

Simplicity at its best is our service to you from community education. We do not require college admission, transcripts, or strict requirements to take our classes. We encourage you to spend time getting to know our program through the pages of this catalog and when you find a class of interest, simply contact us to register. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

COMMUNITY EDUCATION Rising to New Heights

Summer 2016Spring &

You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.

~ C. S. Lewis

Come join the fun at Gordon this summer!

Hills & Dales Estate Field TripSaturday, May 14, 2016Located in LaGrange, Georgia, this stunning home and garden is one of the finest historic homes in America today. Celebrating its 100th year, this Italian style villa on the 35-acre estate, originally built for the Fuller E. Callaway Family, is now available and enjoyed by the public community.

The group will depart Gordon’s campus at 12:00 noon. We will not schedule a time for a meal but snacks are welcome.

Estimated return time is 5:00 pm.Registration will close May 9, 2016

Registration Fee: $24

New! Bloom’n GeorgiaThe southern charm of Georgia is often associated with stately historical homes nestled within beloved gardens that beckon for relaxation and leisure exploring. Join us as we begin a new series of touring various gardens and homes of our beautiful State. Since these are walking tours, participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Fee includes bus transportation from Gordon State College and a guided tour of the selected location.

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Hills & Dales Estate

Gibbs Garden Field Trip – Japanese Maples ColorfestSaturday, October 22, 2016Welcome the brilliant display of autumn color with over 2,000 Japanese Maples, which is one of the 16 gardens within the 220 acres of natural woodlands of Gibbs Gardens. This carefully planned estate integrates landscaped ponds, bridges, and waterfalls for breathtaking views of nature as its best. In fact, the new movie “Miracle from Heaven” featured some important scenes of the gardens as a portrayal of heaven. Join us for a relaxing day at the gardens.Registration Fee: $24

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Dates: Mondays, June 13 - August 8 (No class 7/4) Early-Bird Fee: $114 on or before May 30 Fee: $125

Students will study basic but important techniques of throwing pottery forms on the wheel,

centering the ball, pulling cylinders, and hand-building. More advanced students will work on

more complex projects. Topics include pulling and attaching handles, sizing lids, applying glaze,

firing, and more. The course includes clay, glazes, spinning of wheel, and use of the kiln.

A tool set is available in the Gordon Bookstore (approximately $13). Please call 678-359-5053 for store hours.

Monday Sessions - Pottery

Tuesday Session - Pottery

Dates: Mondays, April 11 - June 6 (No class 5/30)Fee: $114

Dates: Tuesdays April 19 - June 7 (No class 4/12) Fee: $125

Pottery with Bob Detamore

Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pmInstructor: Bob DetamoreLocation: Fine Arts 215

Dates: Mondays, August 15 - October 10 (No class 9/5) Early-Bird Fee: $114 on or before Aug. 1 Fee: $125

Dates: Tuesdays, June 14 - August 2 Early-Bird Fee: $114 on or before May 31Fee: $125

Dates: Tuesdays, August 16 - October 4 Early-Bird Fee: $114 on or before Aug. 2Fee: $125

Private Violin Lessons (Ages 4 to adult)The violin has been a longtime favorite for so

many people and is considered one of the most

beautiful musical instruments in the world. We

are honored to have Mary Stephenson deliver

such fine instruction. These weekly 30-minute

lessons are tailored to the age and skill level

of each student, and taught in either Suzuki

or traditional method, and student recitals are

usually scheduled twice a year.

Contacting the Department of Community Education for available times and sources for instrument rental or purchase to be obtained before the first lesson.

Dates: Monthly on Wednesdays 30-minute time slots from: 10:00 am - 5:00 pmCourse fee: $94 per monthInstructor: Mary StephensonLocation: Community Education Building

The Art of CalligraphyThe evolving art form of calligraphy has

been used since ancient times to give unique

expressions of storytelling and script. Today

calligraphy is used to give that extra special

touch to invitations, poems, monograms and

other writings worthy enough for framing. In

this introductory course, the instructor will

provide supplies on the first day, then will

give a short list of optional supplies for the

remaining sessions.

Dates: Wednesdays, June 8 - 29 Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pmInstructor: Laura HugginsLocation: TBD Early-Bird Fee: $49 on or before May 25Fee: $60

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Learn how to make homemade soap. This

course will teach you the basics of cold process

soap making with the goal of being able to

produce soap within your own home. The

soap will be made from all natural ingredients

including olive oil, coconut oil and palm oil,

mixed with lye and different fragrances. This

course will cover aspects of safety, materials

and equipment needed to craft soap for your

family and friends. You will make 2 different

batches of homemade soap, and be provided

with four bars to give as gifts, or to keep for

your own enjoyment. Goggles, gloves and lab

aprons will be provided.

Homemade Soap for Mother’s Day

Date: Saturday, May 7 Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm (11:30 am - 1:00 pm lunch on your own)

Instructor: Professor Clement SmetanaLocation: Instructional Complex 418Single Registration Fee: $45 Duo Registration Fee: $60

Mixed Media - Collage

Dates: Mondays, May 9 - 23 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pmInstructor: Ellen TatumLocation: Fine Arts 206 Early-Bird Fee: $59

Explore your creativity and allow your inner

artistic self to emerge with our new mixed

media class. The instructor will demonstrate

how to start the collage and guide students

to a completed project by the end of the third

class. These paintings will be on the modern

style and the instructor will provide inks,

paints, decoupage, bubble wrap, glazes,

beads, and palette knives. No experience

in drawing or painting is necessary and

individual expression is encouraged.Students will need to provide one canvas

with the size of your choice. Plus, students are welcome to incorporate personal items

such as photos, lace, flowers, printed paper and 3D objects.

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Explore the fun and fascinating world of

printmaking. Students will create various

projects using techniques such as copper

etching, paper lithography, monotyping, and

linocut. Printmaking supplies are included in

registration fee; students will need to bring their

own drawing paper.

Introduction to Printmaking

Dates: Thursdays, May 19 - July 7 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pmInstructor: Bob DetamoreLocation: Fine Arts 206 Early-Bird Fee: $99 on or before May 5Fee: $120

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Law enforcement agencies, public safety organizations and investigative departments, do you want to learn more about

the recognition, collection and submission of DNA evidence at crime scenes? The continuing

education department now offers this class at your office.

Professor Clement Smetana, with over 30 years experiences

in the DNA crime laboratory and Cold Case experience, will come to your facility to

discuss DNA evidence.

Contact the Community Education

office for more info.



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Have you been accepted to nursing school? Are you planning to apply soon? This Student

Nursing Preparation (SNprep) course will provide you with the survival skills so you can excel

in nursing school. Topics covered in this course include: critical thinking, the nursing process,

test-taking strategies, study skills, dosage calculation, and an exploration of various nursing roles.

So, get a jump on your future career in nursing and enroll in this course today.

SNprep (Student Nurse Prep Course)

Date: Monday - Thursday, July 18 - 21Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pmInstructor: Annette JacksonLocation: Nursing and Allied Health Sciences 117Early-Bird Fee: $135 on or before July 4Fee: $145

The American Heart Association’s BLS (Basic Life Support) course is designed to teach the

skills of CPR for victims of all ages, use of an automated external defibrillator and relief of

foreign-body airway obstruction. Upon successfull completion of this course you will receive a

CPR Certification Card.Instructor: Annette JacksonLocation: Nursing and Allied Health Science 117

Choose one of the following sessions:

Date: Saturday, May 21 Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pmEarly-Bird Fee: $50 on or before May 7Fee: $60

Date: Saturday, June 11 Time:10:00 am - 2:00 pmEarly-Bird Fee: $50 on or before May 28 Fee: $60

American Heart Association BLS - CPR

Date: Saturday, July 16Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pmEarly-Bird Fee: $50 on or before July 2 Fee: $60

LEADERSHIP . . . TEAMWORK ...EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION...SAFETY TRAINING...

RETREAT AND MEETING SPACE

Date: Friday, July 15Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pmEarly-Bird Fee: $50 on or before July 1 Fee: $60

These elements could be key components to strengthen the organizational commitment within your workforce. We at Gordon State College are dedicated in

developing opportunities to enhance our local businesses.

Facility Rental is available to accommodate educationally or civic oriented events in our classrooms, lecture halls and private dining room which includes complimentary Wi-Fi.

The Challenge Course includes low and high elements designed to endow users with powerful learning experiences. The course provides opportunity to enhance leadership and team-building skills.

Customized and Contract Training for businesses may be obtained on the beautiful Gordon campus or the business establishment’s location. We have resources throughout the state to provide these training opportunities.

For questions or more information about our training services, please contact us at 678-359-5123 or [email protected]



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Discover the advantage of online learning and why millions of students are making the switch to study at their convenience, in their preferred learning environment. Our courses are highly engaging and relevant with interactive and supportive instructors. You may choose from over 300 Instructor-led courses designed to enhance your enrichment needs, or you may need to better equip your career by choosing our Career Training Programs.

Course Start Date: Open EnrollmentInstructors: Paula Kelley Online: www.careertraining.ed2go.com/gordonFee: $1,795

A medical transcriptionist listens to dictated recordings made by physicians and other health care professionals and transcribes the recordings, creating medical reports that eventually become part of patients’permanent files.

Medical Transcription Self-Paced Online Certificate Training

The Administrative Professional program teaches you the fundamental skills needed to obtain employment as an Administrative Professional. This program provides training across a variety of skills necessary for this field.

Administrative Professional Self-Paced Online Certificate Training

Course Start Date: Open EnrollmentInstructors: Tracy Berry and Janie SullivanOnline: www.careertraining.ed2go.com/gordonFee: $695

The ever-increasing use of Smartphones worldwide has created a great demand for Mobile Web Developers. Learn to develop websites for mobile devices, such as Androids and iPhones.

Mobile Web Developer Self-Paced Online Certificate Training

Course Start Date: Open EnrollmentInstructors:Nat Dunn, Brian Hoke, and Harnlet Javier Online at www.careertraining.ed2go.com/gordon Fee: $2,295

This program teaches you all the skills you need to work for a lawyer in a law office; and will prepare you for the National Association of Legal Professionals (NALS) Accredited Legal Professional (ALP) examination.

Legal Secretary Self-Paced Online Certificate Training

Course Start Date: Open EnrollmentInstructors: Katherine Squires PangOnline at www.careertraining.ed2go.com/gordon Fee: $2,295

Gordon State College Community Education offers two types of online

learning options that allow you to learn where and when YOU want.

View more class listings online at: www.careertraining.ed2go.com/gordon

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Explore the legal issues involved in real estate law, from investing to title examinations. You will not only master the essentials, but you will receive hands-on applications and examples that will show you how to use this knowledge in a day-to-day real estate practice or in personal real estate investing. Course Fee: $95

Real Estate Law Instructor-Led Online

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner Instructor-Led Online

Have you always been interested in drawing, but never really knew how to get started? If so, then this is definitely the course for you! Gain a solid foundation and understanding of the basics to drawing and become the artist you have always dreamed you could be!Course Fee: $95

Ready, Set, Read Instructor-Led Online

Take this opportunity to find out how children really learn to read and write. Explore current research that cuts through the media messages about reading wars and the right way to teach children. Learn by reading stories about children, doing interactive assignments, and exploring the latest in parent and childcare information. Course Fee: $95

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Education offers more than 300 courses online.

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Are you feeling that computer technology has passed you by? Or maybe you’ve tried a standard

computer course but felt it didn’t cover what you needed to learn. This class is for beginning

computer users who have the desire to become more confident with the computer. The instructor

will demonstrate tasks to be done by students, then will be available for personal assistance.

Topics covered include: fundamental computer skills including typing and mouse; internet, email,

hardware identifying, software concepts, and word processing.

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 10 - 26Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Instructor: Walter BibbsLocation: Nursing and Allied Health Sciences 125Early-Bird Fee: $60

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 7 - 30Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Instructor: Walter BibbsLocation: Nursing and Allied Health Sciences 125Early-Bird Fee: $60 on or before May 24 Fee: $69

Computer Basics Workshop - Level One

Computer Basics Workshop - Level TwoBack by popular demand, Walter Bibbs will continue to the next level with the computer basics

workshop. These more in-depth topics will include creating email accounts, sending and receiving

emails, and internet searching.

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Learn from experienced instructors to be comfortable and confident at your next holiday party or

wedding reception by acquiring the timeless and impressive skills of ballroom dance. If you have

never danced, or just want to brush up on what you already know, then this is the class for you.

Learn the steps to the most popular dances which include the East Coast Swing, Waltz, Rumba

and more. Dancing is a great way to stay in shape and meet new people so come join the fun!

Dates: Fridays, June 17 - July 29Times: 7:00 - 8:30 pmLocation: Alumni Memorial HallEarly-Bird Fees expire: June 3 Single Early-Bird Registration: $100 Couple Early-Bird Registration: $ 174

Regular Registration Fees: Single Registration: $120 Couple Registration: $180

Ballroom Dancing

No prior computer experience is required Students may bring their own laptop or use the ones in the classroom. Classes are limited to four students.

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Dates: Monday, May 9 - 16Time: 8:30 - 10:30 pmInstructor: Dr. Richard SchmudeLocation: Instructional Complex 208Early-Bird Fee: $36

Adult Fitness Swimming

Dates: Monthly on Mondays/Wednesdays/FridaysTimes: 9:00 - 10:00 amInstructors: Laura HugginsLocation: Aquatic Center Pool Cost: $50 per month (to be paid before the 1st of each month)

Swimming offers optimum health benefits with

a minimum of stress on your body. Regular

swimming builds endurance, muscle strength

and cardiovascular fitness, so take advantage

of this opportunity to improve your swimming

technique and get in shape. Set your own

pace or seek assistance from our qualified

instructor. Prerequisite: Participants must know

how to swim.

Tired of sitting on the side of the pool? Get

ready for summer and learn how to swim.

Gordon’s very own American Red Cross

Certified Swim Instructor, Laura Huggins, is

offering her services to teach adults how to

swim. Beginning lessons focus on floating,

safety in and around the pool, and beginning

swimming techniques.

Adult Swim Lessons

Dates: Monday -Thursday, May 9 - 19Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pmInstructor: Laura Huggins Location: Aquatic Center PoolEarly-Bird Fee: $49 on or before April 21

Aquatic Fitness and Recreational Swim for Adults

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 3 - 26Early-Bird Fee: $40

The health benefits of recreational swimming are undeniable, and for the months of May, June

and July, we offer an Aquatic Fitness and Recreation class. The pool will have four lanes open for

lap swimmers and an open area for general aerobic exercise. There will be no fee adjustments

for unforeseen pool closures but additional make-up days may be added. Take advantage of this

opportunity to get out of the summer heat. Prerequisite: Participants must know how to swim.

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 12 - August 4Early-Bird Fee: $40 on or before June 28 Fee: $49

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 7 - 30Early-Bird Fee: $40 on or before May 24 Fee: $49

All Aquatic Fitness and Recrational Swim classes will be taught by Laura Huggins, and will be located in the Aquatic Center Pool, from 5:30 - 6:30pm.

The Gordon State College Aquatic Center may close during thunderstorms and other severe weather situations. Please call 678-359-5123 or 678-359 5101 to verify the status of the class.

No refunds given for course cancellations, but credit to another class will be granted.

The May Sky (Ages 12 to adult)

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In this class, you will learn to view the night sky using binoculars and telescopes, no prior

experience necessary. If the skies are clear, we will also go outside and look at various objects in

the night sky. We should be able to see Jupiter and Saturn, and with a little luck, we may be able

to see Mars. It is recommended to bring smart devices, and optional to bring your own telescope

or binoculars.The class will also have an optional meeting at noon on

Monday May 9 to observe the transit of Venus if skies are clear.

Taught by Gordon professor Dr. Richard Schmude who currently is the associate director of the Association of Lunar and Planetary Observers. Earlier this year, he received the distinguished honor of having an asteroid named as the 2000 EY3/Schmude Asteroid, which was discovered 16 years ago by the Catalina Sky Survey.

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The American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program is a certification program

designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. It stresses

responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs.

Any mix or breed is welcome to attend as long as the dog is six months or older.

Bring a six-foot long webbed lead and a cloth slip/choke collar to the first class.

Proof of vaccination is required in order to register for the class; please fax, mail,

or bring to our office at time of registration.

Dates: Tuesdays, April 26 - May 31Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Instructor: Mary Leslie WilsonLocation: Behind Smith HallFee: $59

Canine Good Citizens are tested on:Accepting a friendly strangerSitting politely for pettingWalking on a loose leadReaction to another dogSit and down on commandStaying in placeAnd more!

AKC Canine Good Citizen (Ages 12 to adult)

The Best of European Cuisine

Date: Thursday, May 26 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pmInstructor: Jenny Dawn Location: Rumble Seat InnEarly-Bird Fee: $49 on or before May 12Fee: $60

Date: Thursday, May 12 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm Instructor: Jenny Dawn Location: Rumble Seat Inn Early-Bird Fee: $49

Green Egg and Grillin’Summertime cooking involves more than just

throwing burgers and franks on the grill. Jenny

and grill-master, Mike Aiken, will demonstrate the

versatility of the thick ceramic Egg, as well as new

techniques with the standard charcoal grill. You

will learn grilling tips and tasty new recipes that will

give you confidence of ensuring your food will turn

out amazing for your next outdoor occasion.

Keep your passport at home yet still enjoy

delicious cuisine from across the globe. Let our

world-traveler, Jenny Dawn, introduce you to some

of her favorite recipes from Italy, France, and

Portugal. Relax in the Rumble Seat Inn and enjoy

the evening as you choose your preferred food

of Europe.

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Junior Highlanders

*All adult Community Education courses are for ages 16 and up unless otherwise noted.

Adult Course Registration Gordon State College

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Basketball Camp 2016 Ages 7 - 14 Boys and Girls

This camp is designed to develop individual skill levels in the areas of: dribbling, passing,

shooting, physical conditioning, defense.

The camp also addresses character education which includes but not limited to social and emotional learning, moral reasoning, cognitive development, life skills, health education, violence & anti-bullying prevention, critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and conflict resolution.

Coach Bruce Capers, a former Harlem Globetrotter and current Gordon Assistant Associate Professor and Head Men's Basketball Coach facilitates basketball and enrichment camps all over the world annually.

Lunch, photo, lifeguards, swim time and jersey are included in camp fee.


Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 6 - 9Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Instructor: Coach Bruce CapersLocation: Alumni Memorial HallEarly-Bird Fee: $185 on or before May 24 Fee: $200

Additional camp information will be available at a later date. Camp details are subject to change.

Payment plans are available for summer camps, contact Community Education for more information: 678-359-5123.

Registration closes on June 1st. All payments will be due by June 1st.

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Soccer CampGordon State College

Our popular soccer camp, led by Scott Henderson, is designed to provide a positive learning environment

for both boys and girls. The camp is game-oriented and dedicated to developing players to meet their full potential while providing individual attention and development. Each player is grouped by skill level so the beginner and advanced player both benefit.

With the great success of last year’s soccer camp, we will now offer two different weeks with both weeks for ages six and up. The camp includes a soccer ball, T-shirt, lunch and a time for swimming.

Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 20 - 23 Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pmCoaches: Scott Henderson & Chris GarlandLocation: Highlander Athletic ComplexEarly-Bird Fee: $185 on or before May 23Fee: $199

Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 13 - 16Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pmCoaches: Scott Henderson & Chris GarlandLocation: Highlander Athletic ComplexEarly-Bird Fee: $185 on or before May 16Fee: $199

Session I (Registration closes on June 6th)

Session II (Registration closes on June 13th)

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All payments will be due by the last day of registration

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Highlander Softball Skills Camp


2016 Ages 8 - 18 Girls Only

The Gordon State College softball program is very excited to announce their first annual

Highlander Softball Skills Camp.

The camp is designed to cover all aspects of the game of fast pitch softball including hitting, pitching, fielding, base running, catching, infield, outfield, as well as actual game training. In addition to learning individual position play from some of the best coaches and players in the country the highlander skills camp will also include live scrimmage games.

This will not be your typical camp as our goal is to ensure that all participating campers enhance and improve their game both physically and mentally to help achieve our camp motto of "the three days that made a difference in my game".

The camp will be divided up by age, skill level, and position.

Day Camp Option: $300 The day camp participants will meet from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday, June 27 through Wednesday, June 29.

Overnight Camp Option: $385 - (Ages 10 and Up only) We will begin camp check in on Sunday June 26, 2016 at 5:00 pm. Make sure to have dinner prior to arriving. We will have snacks at our players meeting Sunday evening. Check out will be Wednesday June 29, 2016 at 5:00 pm.



Dates: Monday - Wednesday, June 27 - 29 Instructor(s): GSC Softball Coaches, Guest Instructors and PlayersLocation: GSC Softball FieldFee: See options above

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Registration closes on June 20th. All payments will be due by June 20th.

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Camp Science Explorer


Our popular Camp Science explorer with Dr. Lynn Rumfelt is back for another exciting two weeks,

with the first week for Pre-K through second grade and the second week for grades third through fifth.

Each week will provide a structured environment with exciting interactive experiences. Campers will have hands-on experiments and projects to learn about the natural world and better understand how it works. We will incorporate a schedule that will keep campers minds and bodies active with indoor and outdoor fun.

There will be one field trip on one day in each camp. Campers are to bring a sack lunch each day, and wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring swim wear and towel for swimming in the Gordon State College Pool.

2016 Ages 4 - 10 Boys and Girls

Ages 4 - 7 (Registration closes on June 1st)Dates: Monday - Friday, June 6 - 10Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm (optional swim time 1:00 - 2:00 pm)Instructor: Lynn Rumfelt Early-Bird Fee: $149 on or before May 18Fee: $160

Ages 8 - 10 (Registration closes on June 13th)Dates: Monday – Friday, June 13 - 17Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm (optional swim time 1:00 - 2:00 pm)Instructor: Lynn Rumfelt Early-Bird Fee: $149 on or before May 22Fee: $160



All payments will be due by the last day of registration

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Service - STEM CampGordon State College

Dates: Monday - Friday, July 25 - 29Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Early-Bird Fee: $ 210 on or before June 27Fee: $230



2016 Grades 9th - 12th Male & Female

We are looking for students who enjoy discovering new things, solving problems, and learning how things work through hands-on experiments.

What sets GSC's camp apart from other STEM camps? It has a service-learning focus to give students a heightened sense of community involvement. Our camp leader, Dr. Andy Osborne, along with other professionals will actively educate these students with the challenge course elements, science laboratory experiments and a variety of science and engineering concepts.

All supplies are included in the course fee, as well as, lunch in the Highlander Hall and swimming at the Gordon Aquatic Center.

The Gordon State College Service-STEM Summer Camp offers a fun, adrenaline-filled learning experience in science, technology,

engineering and math, combined with traditional summer camp activities.

Registration closes on July 18th. All payments will be due by July 18th.

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Swim Lessons


Beginning swim lessons focus on floating, safety in and around the pool,

and beginning swimming techniques. A parent or guardian must be present

for children, but will not be in the water.

Instructor: Laura Huggins Location: Aquatic Center Pool Early-Bird Fee: $ 64 (each session) *See Early-Bird Deadline dates belowRegistration Fee: $75 (each session)

Session IJune 6 - 16

Monday - Thursday Early-Bird Deadline: May 23

Regular Fee: $75Age Times

3 - 4 9:30 - 10:10 am

5 - 6 10:15 - 10:55 am

7 - 10 11:00 - 11:40 am

11 & Up 11:45 am - 12:25 pm

2016 Ages 3 and Up Boys and Girls

Session IIJune 20 - 30

Monday - Thursday Early-Bird Deadline: June 6

Regular Fee: $75Age Times

3 - 4 9:30 - 10:10 am

5 - 6 10:15 - 10:55 am

7 - 10 11:00 - 11:40 am

11 & Up 11:45 am - 12:25 pm

The Gordon State College Aquatic Center may close during thunderstorms and other severe weather situations.

Please call 678-359-5123 or 678-359-5101 to verify the status of the class.



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2016 Ages 6 - 14 Boys and Girls



Dates: Monday - Friday, July 18 - 22Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Visual Art Instruction: Ellen Tatum Performing Arts Instruction: Ozier Studio of DanceLocation: Fine Arts Building Early-Bird Fee: $185 on or before June 20Fee: $200

Throughout the years, our annual art camp has provided exciting hands-on activities that allow each camper to meet creative challenges and exercise their imagination with various art projects. Our goal has always been to introduce these young minds the many aspects of art, and this year will be no exception.

Along with the visual art of drawing, shading and mosaics, we will incorporate a Broadway musical theatre with a touch of voice and dance. So go ahead and mark your calendar for the end of the week program that will prove to be the best one, yet.

Registration fee includes the cost of all supplies, T-shirt, and time for swimming.

Lunch is not included but snacks will be provided.

Registration closes on July 11th. All payments will be due by July 11th.

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Mommy and Me Swim Lessons (Ages 6 months to 4 years)

Dates: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, May 9 - 20 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 amInstructor: Laura Huggins Location: Aquatic Center PoolEarly-Bird Fee: $49

An introduction to water is an important step for your baby or toddler’s journey to a lifelong love of swimming. The more children get in the water and enjoy their experience the easier it is for them to learn to swim. Children will attend with mom, dad, or an adult guardian in a calm and quiet atmosphere. The instructor will share tips and techniques on how to develop comfort and confidence in the water for your little one. Swim diapers are required.

Little Highlander Swim Lessons (Ages 3 and 4)

Dates: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, May 9 - 20 Time: 11:00 - 12:00 pmInstructor: Laura Huggins Location: Aquatic Center PoolEarly-Bird Fee: $58

Beginning lessons focus on floating, safety in and around the pool, and beginning swimming techniques. Parent or guardian must be present for children but will not be in the water.

Private K-12 Tutoring for Reading, Writing, Math, and ScienceDoes your child need extra help with reading, writing, math, and science skills? If so, we may be able to assist with our new tutoring program for grades K-12 during the months of June and July. The goal is to help your child build self-confidence while improving their grades. These one-hour tutoring sessions, taught by Gordon’s own certified tutors, meet twice a week at a prearranged time.

The hours available are Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am through 5:00 pm with the time and location customized to you and your child’s schedule.

Dates: Mondays - Thursday, June and July 60-Minute Time Slots From: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmCourse Fee: $70 - four week tutoring $120 - eight week tutoringInstructor: GSC Certified Tutors

Private Violin Lessons (Ages 4 to adult)

See page 4 for more information.







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The May Sky (Ages 12 to adult)

See page 10 for more information. New!

AKC Canine Good Citizen (Ages 12 to adult)

See page 11 for more information.

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Web Registrations - Go to www.gordonstate.edu/commed and click on the “Registration” tab located on the left of the web-page.

Registering In Person - Register in person in our office located on Spencer Street in Barnesville, GA. (Physical address: 404 Spencer Street, Barnesville, GA 30204)

Phone Registration - To register for courses by phone, please contact the Community Education office during our summer operating hours (listed above) at: 678-359-5123.

Registering by Mail or Fax - Mail your completed Community Education registration form, with payment information to: Gordon State College, Community Education, 419 College Drive, Barnesville, GA 30204. Registration forms may be faxed to our office at: 678-359-5191.

Emergency Closing - Inclement Weather - The decision to close Gordon State College due to inclement weather is carefully weighed before it is made. If the college is closed because of inclement weather, every effort will be made to provide make-up sessions at the discretion of the college. Please make sure the office of Community Education has your current contact information.

Student Accomaditions - Students with special needs must notify the Community Education office a minimum of two business days before the course start date so appropriate accommodations can be arranged.

Holidays- The campus will be closed on May 30 (Memorial Day) and July 4 (Independance Day). No Community Education camps or courses will meet on these days.

Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have via email: [email protected] or by calling: 678-359-5123.Questions?

All Junior Highlander Registrations - Fees include a $50 non-refundable fee (except for swim lessons). All registrations will receive a handbook via email or postal mail. The forms in the handbook will need to be completed by the parent and/or guardian, and returned to the Community Education office prior to the start of the camp(s) registered. If the required forms have not been completed and returned, the child will not be allowed to participant in the camp(s).

Refunds for Junior Highlander Camp(s) - There will be no refunds once, the selected camp has started. If you should need to withdraw your child from the program, please notify the Community Education office at least one week prior to the start of the camp; you will be given a refund for the camp registration minus the required non-refundable deposit. If a camp is cancelled by the Community Education office due to low enrollment or other reasons, you will receive a full refund, including the non-refundable deposit.

Payment Plan(s) - Payment plans are available for all camps (swim lessons not included in payment plan program). Please contact the Community Education office for more details and/or to set up a payment plan for your child’s Junior Highlander Camp registration(s).

REFUNDS - To receive a refund for a course, students must withdraw prior to the first scheduled class meeting. Please call 678-359-5123 to drop a course. There will be no refunds, once a course has begun.

PARKING PERMITS - Community Education students need parking decals for their vehicles. Parking permits will be given to students from the Community Education office, once registration is completed.

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Our hours of operation are: *Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. (Closed from 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm for lunch)

*Summer office hours may vary, please call for summer hours of operation.

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