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No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benets of, or be subjected to dis-crimination in any educational program or activity available in any school on the basis of race, color,sex, religion, creed, political belief, age, national origin, linguistic and language differences, sexualorientation, socioeconomic status, height, weight, marital or familial status, or disability.

CHECKredi New Process for Collection of Returned Checks - Saline Area Schools collects payments fromfamilies and the community in a variety of ways, but most often, payment is made by check. We recognizethat occasionally a parent or community member may inadvertently overdraw a checking account and a checkmay be returned by your bank. In order to recover these funds in a private and professional manner, we havecontracted with CHECKredi, LLC, a company based in Lexington, Kentucky for collection of returned checks.When a check is written and made payable to the district, the person writing the check agrees that, if the checkis returned that it may be represented electronically on the same account, and that the fee established by law,now $25.00 in addition to the face value, may be debited from the same account. If not collected within the

initial 7 days, the fee will increase to $35.00. CHECKredi will contact you by mail and by telephone in orderto make arrangements to pay before attempting to represent the check electronically. Payments may be madeto CHECKredi’s ofce by mail to P.O. Box 11848, Lexington, KY 40578. Payments of the check and feemay also be made online at www.checkredi.com using a credit card, debit card or electronic check without anyadditional fees. For a convenience fee, payments may be made over the telephone at (866) 433-7334 by creditcard, debit card or electronic check.

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Scholarship Fund - You can make a difference in someone’s life by donating to the Saline Community Education Scholarship Fund. Your donations will help Saline Community Education continue to offerdiscounted rates on programs and classes to families who need nancial assistance. Call (734) 429-8020 formore information and watch for the donation box on your registration forms.

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On occasion, the Saline Community EducationDepartment may take photos of participantsenrolled in sponsored programs. Please beaware that these photos are for our departmentuse only and may be used in future brochures,yers or display.

Offers a wide variety of adult

and youth classes, leagues, andspecial events.

For more information,call (734) 429-3502.

Saline Area Schools, in compliance with federal, state and county Child Find policies,is a resource to resident families with childrenwho have or are suspected as having a disability.Please contact Brian Puffer at (734) 429-8023,or the Instructional Services Department at(734) 429-8002.

What is Community Education? Community Education is the educational philosophy that underlies community schools and advocatesthe creation of opportunities for community members – individuals, schools, businesses, and publicand private organizations – to become partners in addressing community needs. CommunityEducation is most easily recognized in the community school, a facility that is open beyond thetraditional school day for the purpose of providing academic, recreation, health, social service, andwork-preparation programs for people of all ages.

The mission of Saline Community Education is to deliver community educationservices of the highest quality to the Saline Area School District.



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1155 Campus Pkwy., Saline, MI 48176(734) 401-4000

290 Woodland Dr., Saline, MI 48176(734)401-4100

1300 Campus Pkwy., Saline, MI 48176(734) 401-4200

7265 Saline-Ann Arbor Rd., Saline, MI 4(734) 429-8000

7190 N. Maple, Saline, MI 48176(734) 401-4600

229 Pleasant Ridge Dr., Saline, MI 48176(734) 401-4800

350 Woodland Dr., Saline, MI 48176(734) 401-4900

COMMUNITY EDUCATION DIRECTORBrian Puffer 429-8023

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ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALISTSharon Dunny 401-4525

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PROGRAM ASSISTANT Assistant: Ashley Hoeft, 429-8020

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FACILITIES SPECIALISTJoseph Freeman 401-4532

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Jeff Burman 401-4530 [email protected]

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE &SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM SPECIALISTJennifer Barnard 401-4529

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Assistant: Karen McLean 401-4535 [email protected]

BEFORE & AFTERSCHOOL CAREBUILDING DIRECTORY

Pleasant Ridge: 401-4830

Woodland Meadows: 401-4936

Heritage: 401-4138

Harvest: 401-4031

POOH CORNER DIRECTORSu-Fen Lin [email protected]

Assistant: Danielle Holloway, 401-4935 [email protected]

RECREATION & ENRICHMENT SPECIALISTJeff Waltz [email protected]

AQUATICS PROGRAM SPECIALISTSandy Stafford 401-4369

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CULTURAL ARTS PROGRAM SPECIALISTRebecca Groeb-Driskill 401-4214

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Special Offerings

Instructor: Master Dot Stoddard, Winter Fest Committee Chair Enjoy an exciting day of contests highlighting the “Best of the Best” of ChoiKwang Do Martial Art International! The 2nd Annual Michigan Choi KwangDo Winter Festival will held at Heritage Elementary School on Saturday,January 31, 2015. Watch as students and instructors from around the worldcompete in skill contests highlighting patterns, speed drills and power airshields. This is not a typical martial art competition, as Choi Kwang Do doesnot demonstrate one human kicking or punching another. The action willbegin at 9 a.m. in the Heritage School gym. Categories include Team 7 ColorBelts and Black Belts and Demonstration Team Contests. Trophy awards arepresented for rst, second, and third place in each category and age group pluscerticates and medals. Choi Kwang Do utilizes bi-lateral movementswhich have been proven scientically to reduce hostility in students. You willwitness an amazingly warm and friendly atmosphere as we welcome and cheerstudents from around the world!This event is free to spectors.

Instructor: Dot Stoddard The NO FUSS way to enjoy the day! Your child invites as many as 15 friefor high action art, games and pizza. We supply the pizza and drinks for echild, all the paper products and plenty of fun ways to cut the cake and engift time. We will set up the party room, run games in the adjoining roomand serve pizza “maritial arts style!” You supply the cake and guests. Wedo the clean up! A 3.5 hour party is $50.00. Decorations, plates, cups, tabcloths, forks, desert plates and napkins are all included. Call the CommunEducation ofce at 734-429-8020 for availability and options.

Adult Enrichment

Instructor: Kathe Suddendorf Colored pencil is a great way to begin to learn to paint without the mess. Themany lessons learned in this class are transferrable to other mediums. If you

already paint, but nd that you like to paint very “tightly” and use a lot of“detailing,” this medium is right up your alley. You will learn about the colorwheel, different techniques including burnishing, blending, and mixing colors(Yes, you can do that in pencil!). Kathe will teach you her “18 Pencil” method.*There is a $10 materials fee due to the instructor at the rst class.

Instructor:Kathe Suddendorf We will be painting “dibby-dab” style with acrylics on a 16x20 canvas. Oursubject is a beautiful bouquet of lilacs, perfect for a mother’s day gift or tokeep yourself! Kathe will lead you step by step so everyone will be done at theend of the session. Please bring your own lunch and a paint smock. All othersupplies will be provided.

Instructor: Keith McGuireWant to learn to draw or need to improve your drawing? Learning how to drausing basic fundamentals can set you on a path to drawing better, and developyour skills faster. See and draw the basic shapes within a subject then learn hoto build your subject from the inside out. Learn how to shadow to create deptand create more dynamic pictures with perspective drawing. A fun class, Keita hands on teacher who encourages interaction between students. We learn fafrom observing and sharing techniques with each other.

Instructor: Staff of D. Louis Weir, P.C.If you’ve been turned down by Social Security or are thinking of applyingthen this one evening class is for you! You will learn how the appeal andapplication processes work, and receive helpful hints to help you navigateoften frustrating system more successfully. Whether you wish to apply onown, or would like the help of an attorney this class will help you get on tright track.




Adult Enrichment

Instructor: T.J. PipkensWant to retire with more cash in your pocket? Lean about an amazing pensionstrategy that could get you thousands more in pension income, safety andprotection.

Instructor:Laurie S. Stegenga CPA, PFS, CFP, AIF, and Kyle BurnsThis 3 week course will cover the critically important topic of transitioning

a Retiree’s Assests from on “Accumulation Protfolio” to a “Retiree’sDistribution Portfolio.” A Distribution Portfolio is allocated to providemonthly income for a Retiree to live-on during retirement. Savings Ideas,Investment Strategies, and Efcient Distributions will be discussed. Classwill be an interactive learning session. Participants will learn how to analyzeinvestments conducive for distributions, be provided with a checkup of currentinvestment holdings, and receive a retirement projection of their desiredsuccessful lifestyle.

Instructor: William Layher US inspectand Darby Kolano Charles Reinhart RealtorsHome buying can be a daunting experience. Come and spend an evening withprofessionals in the eld who can answer your home buying questions. Thisclass is being conducted by a realtor, loan ofcer and home inspector. Let usmake your next house hunting adventure a pleasurable experience.

Liberty Club is a day program which meets Monday through Thursday year

round, at Liberty School, meeting the needs of adults with disabilities aged26+ as they work and live in their community. Activities include volunteerwork, eld trips, life skills, social opportunities, and self-help skills. For morinformation, call Saline Community Education or Liberty Club directly at(734)401-4506.

Instructor: Susan Kirk RosalesWhat does the future hold for you? Don’t let the high cost of long-termcare interfere with your plans and dreams. No matter what age you are, it’simportant to consider the long-term options available to you.

Instructor: Laurie S. Stegenga CPA, PFS, CFP, AIF, and Mark ForgielThis 2 week course will cover the basics of option trading including how todetermine which options to select for trading. The course will discuss howto use option strategies to reduce risk of stock holdings as well as generateincome for retirees. The course will include Calls, Puts, Covered Calls, CashSecured Puts, Collars, and other options strategies. Examples of each strateg

will be shown and the possible outcomes of each will be explained. This willbe a highly interactive course.




Adult Enrichment

Instructor: Kathe Suddendorf Colored pencil is a great way to begin to learn to paint without the mess. ThePre-requiste: Beginning Colored Pencil “18 Pencils and You’re on Your Way!”You must have your own supplies for this class. This class is a “progressive”study of colored pencil. Students will work independently under thesupervision of the instructor who will do demonstrations and one-on-oneadvisement as needed. Class projects may be determined by the instructor andthe class. Please email instructor for materials list and project [email protected]. Additional materials fees may apply.Caution: this class may become addictive!

Instructor: Cecelia Salamone, M.A., LPC Discover strategies when caring for your aging and/or disabled parent, spouse,family member, relative, or friend. Find out ways to handle issues facingcaregivers such as: a loved one’s hospital stay, caring at home, effects of rolereversal, and the importance of self-care. The book, Designated Caregiver-Resource Manual for the Caregiver “On Call 24/7”, is included with cost of enrollment. Bring paper and pen for notes!

Instructor: Drew LathinRain gardens are shallow depressions that collect rain water before it entersthe municipal stormwater system. Rain gardens alleviate problems associatedwith ooding and drainage; recharge the ground water supply on site; keepwater clean by ltering stormwater before it enters local waterways; providehabitat and food for wildlife, including butteries when populated withnative plants; and enhance the beauty of individual yards and communities.Participants will learn: What a rain garden is, how rain gardens work, how todesign a rain garden and how to build a rain garden.

Instructor: Susan Kirk Rosales

Will your retirement assets last as long as you do? Would you like to takeaction now to build a sound retirement for the future? These questions need tbe addressed so when you’re ready to retire, your plan is ready too.

Instructor: Susan Kirk RosalesIf you’ve been thinking about selling on eBay, this is the class for you! Join

an experienced eBay dealer to jump-start a new career or hobby, and bringin extra cash. We’ll save you a lot of time, help you avoid common rookiemistakes, and get you started selling on your own. You will gain a goodbackground of solid information plus ideas for using your eBay experience tmake a difference in your community and around the world. ** A materials feof $10 will be due to the instructor at the beginning of class.




Adult Enrichment

Instructor: Drew LathinThis class will describe what the average home or business property ownercan do to create a more sustainable landscape. Participants will learn thecore concepts underlying sustainable landscaping with particular emphasison native plants and rain gardens. Participants will learn how to: Incorporatenative plants into the landscape to provide increased habitat, completelyeliminate the use of pesticides and herbicides, drastically reduce the use ofpotable water, capture and use rain water to create beautiful beds throughthe use of rain gardens, create a strikingly beautiful property with year longaesthetic interest.

Instructor: Taylor JacobsenThis class has been designed for beginning and experienced artists alikeand will cover both basic and advanced painting techniques in transparentwatercolors. Take this opportunity to work on and talk about painting withother artists.

Instructor: Keith McGuireKeith McGuire believes that learning together can be both educational and funIn this lively class beginners will learn about materials, color mixing, values,and layering. If you’ve had some experience with watercolors you can explora variety of wet and dry brush techniques through demonstrations and hands-on teaching. The wide range of subject matter (including landscapes, wildlifebuilding, etc.) keeps this class ever changing and fun! Classes are on goingwith sign ups every month. Materials list will be provided by the teacher. Anyquestions about the class contact Keith at [email protected].

Register early onlineand make sure

you get the classesyou want!




Adult Recreation

Instructor: Lisa GodoLook great, have fun and burn calories while learning the basic steps in Waltz,Foxtrot, Swing, and Cha-Cha. You will learn to move all types of music anddevelop a skill set that will allow you to attract attention and enjoy yourself atthe next holiday party, wedding or club outing. So start something new! Youust might get the “dance passion” that everyone has been talking about. No

dance experience or partner required. Wear hard soled shoes. No tennis shoes.

Instructor: Dot and Randy Stoddard This revolutionary martial art combines all of the prospective aspects oftraditional martial arts with a training system that is PURE INNOVATION!Bi-Lateral movements help to stimulate brain function and improve memory.Gentle movements protect the joints and increase balance and tness. Yogastretching gently increases exibility. Equipment drills help to improvecirculation, muscle mass and bone density. Non-competitive with no throwing,umping, falling, or “takedowns”. This is a continuous program. New students

may sign up at any time during the session (pro-rate).

Instructor: Debbie Williams-Hoak Learn the great game of golf and have fun! If you have been wanting to learngolf, this is the class for you. We will cover everything you need to get youstarted in the game. This class is for beginners or inexperienced golfers.

Instructor: Heide Cutler This one-hour class is fun for all ages and tness levels. The class featuresa low impact cardio workout is followed by toning with hand weights.Abdominal and other oor exercises enhanced by pilates and yoga moves,followed by soothing stretches, will leave you energized and feeling great!Please bring hand weights and an exercise mat.




Adult Recreation

Instructor: Sandy Stafford Hey Ladies! Interested in running and tness? Want to be involved in a fun,positive, and energetic group? Come join us for a women’s running programwhere all tness levels and abilities are welcome. This program is designed tohelp you take big steps towards reaching your running and tness goals. Wewill focus on running endurance, strength, and technique. Come dressed torun outdoors and ready to have a good time. On those days that are too coldand blustery we will have indoor activities to do some exercises designed tostrengthen your running and overall tness.

Instructor: Sandy Stafford Hey Ladies! After a long winter are you ready to get outside and work towardssummer tness? Interested in running a 5k, maybe more or simply have funwith a great group of people? This fun, positive and energetic group willcertainly help you beat the winter blues, motivate you to get outside in thefresh air and help everyone work towards better tness. Come join us for awomen’s running program where all tness levels and abilities are welcome.This program is designed to help you take big steps towards reaching yourrunning and tness goals. We will focus on running endurance, strength andtechnique. Come dressed to run outdoors, have a great workout and a good

time!

Instructor: Sanchin Systems IncSpecically designed to address personal-protection concerns this programinstructs a broad range of strikes, combinations, footwork, and defensetactics. Receive special training on how to deal with, get out of, and counter multitude of grab and attack scenarios. Practicing many techniques and tacticwill equip you with the condence you need to defend yourself against anytype of attacker. Learn how to use the whole body for power, making the mosof your size and strength (regardless of athletic ability).




Driver Education

nstructor: Bruce Ross

Guidelines and requirements:• Students must be 14 years and 8 months old before the rst day of class.• In addition to normal classroom lecture and discussion, weekly written

assignments and quizzes will be given to evaluate each student’s progress. Acerticate of completion will be given at the end of the course.

• Actual on-road driving time will consist of six hours in order to meet thestate certication guidelines.

• Attendance: State law requires 24 hours of classroom instruction and 6hours of behind-the wheel instruction. *Anything less than 24 hours willresult in the student being dropped from the program.

Instructor: Bruce Ross

Guidelines and requirements:• It is recommended that the student be 15 years and 9 months old before the

rst day of class.• Students must have completed Part I and received a Validated Green

Certicate.• Students must obtain a Level 1 Learners License at the Secretary of State

prior to taking Part II.• Students must hold a Level 1 Learners License for 90 days prior to the rst

day of class.• Students must have completed a total of 30 hours of driving time with a

parent/guardian prior to the rst day of class.




College & Test Preparation

Instructor: Great Lakes Educational GroupLearn how to skillfully navigate the essay section of the ACT test. This coursewill teach you how to organize and write a persuasive essay within the allottedtime. Each section of the essay will be thoroughly discussed. The scorer’srubric will be analyzed so you will understand exactly what is expected withinyour essay. You will have the opportunity to practice writing an essay and willreceive feedback about ways to improve your writing for the test.

Instructor: Great Lakes Education GroupThe ACT practice exam will help students prepare for the real thing. Learnproven effective strategies for acing the ACT. Achievement on the ACT examimpacts choice in colleges and the ability to secure valuable scholarships.Great Lakes Educational Group’s ACT practice test will prepare studentsfor the ACT exam and help them reach their potential. To bring: #2 pencils,calculator, a full stomach, and a good night’s sleep. Parents will be providedwith information about the state’s ACT requirements along with their customanalysis of their child’s test score scheduled on May 22nd at 6:30 p.m. in theLiberty School Cafeteria. First come, rst serve, so reserve your spot today!

Instructor: Great Lakes Educational GroupThe ACT Preparation Workshop will successfully prepare you to take the test:• Showing you exactly what the format of the ACT is and the kinds of

questions to expect for each of the sections of the test;• Teaching you test taking strategies that can be used on the ACT;• Letting you practice through mini tests over each of the sections

of the ACT;• Stressing the necessity to pace yourself as well as when and how to

guess at answersThe best method for scoring well on the ACT and replacing anxiety withcondence is to be knowledgeable and well prepared. This workshop isfor students taking the ACT during the remainder of the calendar year, andincludes information and strategies for the essay portion of the ACT. Bringa CALCULATOR and a WATCH WITH A SECOND HAND. A manual isprovided for each student.

Instructor: Great Lakes Educational GroupAs the College Board Exam approaches in early May, this course will helpyou improve your chances of obtaining a high score on the Exam. Studentscurrently enrolled in AP Psychology will benet by this review session taughby a long-time AP Psychology teacher. All topics from the course will bereviewed, focusing on vocabulary, test taking strategies and essay writing.

Students should bring their textbook to class. Hand-outs will be provided.




College & Test Preparation

Instructor: Susan Kirk RosalesDo you know how much to save for college? We will discuss options you haveavailable to help fund and estimate the educational expenses for the specialchild or children in your life.

Instructor: Debbie MerionAlthough students must write their college admission essays themselves,

adults can help by talking with the student and listening. Learn tips on howto help a student get past writer’s block, pick a topic, reveal his or her bestqualities without bragging, show a unique voice, and write a true storythat college admissions ofcers will nd compelling and memorable.Handouts and samples included.

Instructor: Great Lakes Educational GroupJoin fellow students as they learn to use effective and relevant study andorganizational strategies. Learn about the best ways to learn, how to set andachieve goals, how to get and stay organized, and how to study and preparefor tests and big projects. All of these concepts will help students to becomeorganized and prepared for success with all academic pursuits.*There will ba $40 book and material fee due at the rst class.




Youth Arts & Crafts

Instructor: Kelsey KeyesDo you love fairies, trees, butteries, owers and other magical outdoorsythings? Then come join the fun as we make our own fairy inspired jewelry!Learn a little bit about fairies and share the time with new friends.

Instructor: Keith McGuire

Does your child love to draw, or enjoy cartooning? Learning how to drawusing the basic fundamentals early can set your child on a path to drawingbetter, and developing their skills faster. I will teach them to see and drawbasic shapes within a subject, then building it from the inside out. They willlearn how to shadow to create depth, and create more dynamic pictures withperspective drawing. Subject matter ranges from cartoons to wildlife, even thestill-lifes are fun! Keith shares his many stories with his students, and gets hisstudents to tell theirs, building friendships and expanding their interests in art.It’s and fun and silly time while they learn!

Instructor: Kelsey KeyesDo you have a bunch of exceptional people in your life? Do these specialpeople deserve a beautiful handmade Valentine? If so, then this is the class foyou! In this class we will use a variety of different materials and techniques tcreate your own completely unique and most extraordinary Valentines, for yoto share with those you care most about. Repeat students are welcome! Whilthis class is one that was offered last year some of the decorating techniqueswill be new.

Instructor: Kelsey KeyesAre you ready to make Mother’s Day extra special for your Mom (orGrandma)? Do you want to give her something you made yourself that is surto make her smile? Then this is the class for you. We will be making yourmother a surprise gift that you will design and create yourself and thenwe will wrap it up so the surprise won’t be spoiled before her special day.Repeat students are welcome. While this class was offered last year, this yearproject is new!

Register earlyonline and make sure

you get theclasses you want!




Youth Arts & Crafts

Instructor: Keith McGuireWant to draw Manga? Perhaps cute and silly Chibis or Pokemon, or maybecreate your own characters and outrageous costumes as seen in Naruto or FullMetal Alchemist. Don’t just let your characters stand with their arms at theirsides, make them come to life, learning good gure drawing, using actionmovement, and working with interesting perspectives. Learn inking andcoloring techniques to create nished renderings! Work and grow with otherstudents in this lively and creative class!

Instructor: Kathy Baker The secret to our art program is that children ALREADY love to draw-so we just take their love a little further. Our 8 year curriculum and tieredmethodology was created by a group of educators, designers and ne artistswho know that learning to see and create visual images is now recognized asessential to a child’s learning process and developing critical, cognitive braintraining skills. Students experience increased levels of mastery and condenby drawing topics that they can relate to and learn from while have tons offun! We remain dedicated to raising generations that value the power, passionand signicance of art.




Youth Enrichment

Instructor: Engineering for Kids3-2-1- BLASTOFF! During each aerospace engineering class, students willdesign, create, test and improve a variety of ying machines. Students willperfect their straw rockets, construct a shock absorbing system for their lunarlander, design and improve their airplane and launch their own bottle rocket!

Instructor: Lori Stevens and Jonathan BowlesThis session’s activities will take place on the all new and action-packed

TIME MACHINE ISLAND lled with all new challenges for our adventuroustribes to tackle. Students will travel back and forth through time and take onassociated challenges at each destination- from creating ancient Egyptianpyramids to California Gold Rush mine trains to groovy 70’s pinballmachines. Set your watches for this not-to-be missed Challenge Islandexperience!

Instructor: Engineering for KidsStudents will use the new Fusion 2.5 video game software to create a videogame in which objects race. What are you going to choose? Will you havecandy racing against owers, or spaceships racing against cars? You are onlylimited by your imagination!

Instructor: Bricks 4 KidzEver wonder how skyscrapers stay upright? Ever wonder how the LeaningTower of Pisa leans or how bridges and structures hold so much weight? Thethis class is for you! We’ll explore architecture and enigineering fundamentabehind some of the well-known structures from around the world such asthe Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Put your building skills to use aswe transform common LEGO Bricks into architectural wonders. You will beinspired to create your own amazing buildings. We will use age appropriatedesigns and models for K-5th grade.

Instructor: Bricks 4 KidzStudents will be introduced to the basics of engineering using AmazingAnimals. They will build monkeys, turkeys, spiders, and kangaroos withLEGO bricks. They will test their skills at building age appropriate modelsand deisgns. Working in pairs and using teamwork, we will learn aboutanimals and the crazy things they do in the wild!




Youth Enrichment

Instructor: Bricks 4 KidzFor the experienced LEGO builder! Spectacular LEGO brick designsand model builds for 4-6th grades. Build models that will challenge yourengineering skill including stationary bikes, spiders, animals and structures.Develop your engineering and building skills with challenging new designsand models. You will need your imagination to accomplish detailed tasks andfollow detailed instructions.

Instructor: Bricks 4 KidzEven pirates who roamed the seas needed engineering skills. They had toknow how to use weights, slings, rudders, hubs, and so much more. Developyour engineering and building skills and learn how to build ships, helms,anchors, and trebuchets using LEGO Bricks. You will need your imaginationto accomplish detailed tasks and follow detailed instructions.

Instructor: Mad Science of Detroit Mad Magical Mysteries will let your child explore the unknown! From thescience of magic to the depths of the deep sea, your young scientist will ndthe answers to many mysteries of the world around us!

Instructor: Engineering for KidsStudents will learn the basics of machines, simple design and engineeringconcepts through hands on experiments with zip sails, roller coasters, candycatapaults, as well as air-powered dragster. Allergy Alert: eggs and latexballoons will be used in this course. All experiments go home with thestudent, with the exception of the egg drop vehicle and the roller coaster kits.




Youth Recreation

Instructor: One on One Basketball and Sports TrainingIf your child loves basketball, and wants to be a better basketball player, thenjoin us for After School Hoops! Coaches will run players through differentpractice drills in the proper technique of passing, dribbling, shooting, anddefensive skill! Offensive and defensive strategies, teamwork skills, conditioningand agility will be the focus of this class. All levels welcome: new players willlearn fundamentals and skills. Continuing players will increase skills and workon game play.

Instructor: One on One SportsThis exciting and UPDATED program focusing on physical tness will keepyour child active and healthy! Obstacle Dash is a fun and challenging programthat gives your child a feeling of accomplishment and the understanding thathe or she can conquer any obstacle life puts in front of them. Once a week yourchild will have been led through different exercises that work on producingand resisting force, speed, coordination, agility and balance in an obstacle courseformat. Our coaches are trained to modify every obstacle to t each child’sage level while also having the knowledge to safely guide them through everyactivity. Each week there will be a theme that is stressed to help build character

and focus on the core principles of the Obstacle Dash Program: Self-Condence,Leadership, Courage, Sportsmanship, Teamwork, Dedication, and Character.Concluding the program, all students are encouraged to participate in theObstacle Dash Event to be announced. Parents are invited to attend and cheertheir athlete on and optionally, try the obstacle course themselves! After SchoolProgram Includes t-shirt and nal event registration.

Instructor: Randy and Dot Stoddard Our Choi Kwang Do preschool development class is specically designed fochildren 4, and 5 years old to give them the skills needed to excel at home,school, and athletics. Choi Kwang Do provides our young children with awarm and caring environment where every child is given equal attention. Asinstructors, we understand that children are precious and gifted in their ownway. It is our priority to ensure that they embrace life with a positive mentalattitude. Each class teaches a different life skill. These include: coordination,balance, tness, focus, teamwork, self control, memory, and Black Belt AttituSome martial art techniques and manners are taught. Aggressive children aretaught how to channel aggression, while shy children are helped to connect wothers. Enroll your child today and give them a winning start in life!

Instructor: Randy and Dot Stoddard We understand that children have a shorter attention span. Our unique prograuses interesting and enjoyable methods to keep student’s attention and teachlife-long skills. Students will learn condence, self-discipline, and controlas they learn how to act and react to the world around them. Our youngstudents are treated with respect and are taught to return the same respect toothers. Aggressive children are taught how to channel aggression, and shy orwithdrawn children are helped to connect with others. We believe in praise,encouragement, and positive reinforcement, and have incentives for goodacademic reports as well as good behavior at home. We teach children thevalue of setting goals and achieving them. Parents are encouraged to viewevery class. This is a continuous program. New students may sign up at anytime during the session (pro-rate). Note:Added fees apply if the student wishto test.




Youth Recreation

Instructor: Lisa GizziGirls on the Run is a 10 week after-school program for 3rd-8th grade girlsthat begins in March. Twice weekly lessons and interactive activities arelead by trained volunteer coaches who guide and mentor the girls through anuplifting curriculum that is BRAND NEW this year, and focuses on life-longskills to improve emotional and physical health. The program culminates ina non-competitive 5k event which gives the girls a chance to shine and anoverwhelming sense of accomplishment!For more information go to www.girlsontherunsemi.org or call 734.712.5640Registration opens January 7th!

Instructor: Lisa DennyInterested in learning the ins and outs of track and eld? This is a dynamic six-week program designed to incorporate the basics of many track and eld events.Athletes will learn skills such as long jump, hurdles, distance and sprint running.An optional meet will conclude the season. Emphasis is also placed on goalsetting and improvement of tness.

Instructor: Carolyne Wheeler, Rachel Wood, and Alyssa Hopper All students will begin and continue to work on basic balanced position,fundamentals of riding, seat, hands, control, transition, and basic patternwork. Basic horse care and stable management will also be stressed includingnutrition, diseases, proper hoof care, maintenance, conditioning, cooling out,tack cleaning, vaccination requirements and tooth care.




Youth Recreation

Instructor: Kids Power LLC The Kids Power Karate Program offers traditional martial arts training tochildren ages 6 through 12 and emphasizes self-defense, physical tness,conict resolution, team work and anti-kidnapping techniques. This programis designed specically for children and teaches prevention rst. It does notpromote active aggressiveness, but teaches children to respect themselves,others and the skills they learn. This introductory program to traditionalTang Soo Do has been commended by many communities, law enforcementpersonnel, teachers and parents for the positive impact it has on children. It isa 20-year proven program that is positive, fun, exciting and educational. Thereis no better program for kids! Wear loose tting clothes. A responsible adultmust remain in attendance during class.

Instructor: Kids Power LLC The Little Ninjas Karate Program is an introductory karate class specicallydesigned for children ages 4 and 5. It focuses on teaching children eightimportant main life skills: focus, memory, teamwork, discipline, self-control,tness, balance, and coordination. All this is achieved through exciting andfun games and activities! Wear loose tting clothes. A responsible adult must

remain in attendance during class.

Instructor: Saline Men’s Lacrosse Coaching Staff Look for more information regarding the boy’s middle school lacrosse seasonsoon. Please pre-register your athlete for the upcoming season by emailing JeffWaltz at [email protected] or by call the Community Education ofceat 734-429-8020. The season will run from March until early June.

Instructor: Saline Women’s Lacrosse Coaching Staff No experience is needed to join one of the fastest growing sports in theUnited States. The head coach and members of Saline High School Women’sLacrosse team will provide instruction. The team will travel and play othermiddle school teams with the possibility to play in tournaments. Please pre-register by emailing Jeff Waltz at [email protected] or by calling theCommunity Education ofce at 734-429-8020. The season will run fromMarch-June.

Instructor: Saline Tennis Coaching Staff This program is for students in grades 6-8 who may be interested in goingfor the tennis team in high school or those who just want to learn the basiskills of the game. Students will learn about all aspects of the game and nprior experience is necessary. Players must bring their own racquet.

Presented by: Michigan Youth Flag Football - Grades Pre K-8

Are you ready for some football? Michigan Youth Flag Football is the largest ag football organization in thecountry. Join us this spring as we play our games at local Saline area schools onSunday afternoons. Practices take place one hour prior to game time each weekensure a convenient and fun experience for all.Participates will receive a NFL reversible jersey, ag belt and individualparticipation award. Games are ofciated by MHSAA referees.This is a 5 vs. 5, non-contact, recreational, co-ed format. Teams are limited to 1players to maximize playing time. This is an exceptional program for frst timeplayers who want to learn the fundamentals of football. This is also a wonderfuopportunity for players who may want to continue to enhance their skills beforetaking the next leap into tackle football. The season begins mid - April and runthrough the end of June. There are no try-outs! Everyone participates! Childrenare placed on teams according to their school and grade to ensure classmates a

playing together.Registration Deadline: March 1st, 2015.Entry Fee : $128.50 + 3.5% processing fee.You must register on-line at: www.MichiganYouthFlagFootball.comFor more information call (248) 454-9700.

Instructor: Sanchin Systems IncStudents will be trained with proven, age-appropriate techniques, that arenecessary for kids to protect themselves from attackers. This program is setfun, yet structured environment which will give your child a positive outloolearning a martial art. We focus on healthy attitudes vs. perfection! Participwill achieve great self-condence and leadership through physical techniqumental strategies, drills and exercises they are lead though.




Youth Recreation

Instructor: Sanchin Systems IncThis program is designed for parent AND child of all ages! It is set in a fun,non-competitive and informative atmosphere, that allows parents to learnalongside their children. Physical techniques will be instructed along with drillsand exercises, to help you have a positive experience with your selfdefenseeducation. You will learn how to use your whole body, rather than just certainmuscle groups, so size and stature are not an issue.

Instructor: Middle School Track CoachesSixth grade track is for those students who may be interested in running trackat the middle school and high school levels, or who simply want to learn moreabout the sport in a positive team environment. This program will allow sixthgraders to participate in several track meets, learn about the various events, andimprove their current tness level. Emphasis will also be placed on goal settingand proper training.

Instructor: Sandy Stafford and Cindy Barnett The middle school track and cross country coaches will be offering a springtraining conditioning program to help track and cross country athletes get inshape and prepare for the spring track season. This positive team environmentwill focus on building endurance, speed work, training plans, and most of allhaving fun with the sport of running! Participants will receive a speciallydesigned piece of logo wear for participating. Come join the running fun!

Instructor: One on One SportsOur coaches work with players on the basic techniques of volleyball skills suchas bumping, setting, spiking, blocking and serving. Participants learn teamworin-game rules and strategies. Clinic runs 90 minutes and focuses on varyingskills each meeting! Please bring water and kneepads (optional). Sign up for al4 and receive 20% off!




Swimming & Diving

nstructor: CE Staff The Saline Mini-Rays is a pre-competitive swim team. This program isdesigned for ages 5-8 interested in competitive swimming but not yet ready forhe full demands of a competitive team. Swimmers will learn the fundamentals

of competitive swimming focusing on freestyle and backstroke. Othercomponents of the program will include endurance work and introductions toracing and starts off the blocks. Swimmers will have an opportunity tocompete in dual meets as well as a championship meet at the end of theseason. Our winter 2015 season will begin Monday, January 5th. On this daywe will place the swimmers into one of two groups and have a short parentmeeting to go over the season. Anyone interested should be able to swim oneength of the pool (25 yards) without assistance. A $15 late fee will be applied

starting January 13th. NO REFUNDS will be offered after Friday, Jaunary

23rd. To receive detailed information or to register please visit our NEWeam website www.salinestingrays.com please also join our winter e-mail list,email Nick Munsell [email protected]. Prior to registration all newswimmers must attend one of our swimmer evaluation days. New SwimmerEvaluations: Monday, December 8th or Tuesday, December 16th Saline HighSchool Natatorium, 6-7 p.m..*A calendar with practice days and times will be posted on our website andsent to everyone on the email list as soon as it is nalized.

Head Coach: Jeff Gross, Team Admin: Nick MunsellSaline Stingrays Swim Team (SST) is a competitive swim team offeringopportunities in both, USA Swimming and the Southern Michigan Swim LAs a member of Saline Stingrays, swimmers will have the opportunity to lall aspects of competitive swimming. Stingrays’ serves a variety of abilitieranging from swimmers who are relatively new to competitive swimming to swimmers competing at elite levels nationally. The season consists of dtraining- up to 7 sessions per week (depending on group placement). Therseveral USA and SMSL meets throughout the season. Swimmers are encoto join USA swimming, which will allow for more competitive opportunitand is required for the Platinum & Gold groups. Participants MUST be abswim Freestyle and Backstroke comfortably for 50 yards (2 lengths of theIf your swimmer participated with us in the past year, please assume they

continue in their current group, unless otherwise indicated by their coacheAll other swimmers please join us for one of the following evaluation daysMonday, December 8th or Tuesday, December 16th. All Participants must formally registered by Monday, January 12th. A $15 late fee will be appliebeginning January 13 th NO refunds will be offered after January 23rd. Fodetailed information or to register please visit our NEW team websitewwwsalinestingrays.com please also join our winter e-mail list, email Nick [email protected]. Families with more than one swimmer will receive a multi-child discou$20 off the second swimmer, $40 off the third and any additional swimme

New Swimmer evaluations:

Monday, December 8th or Tuesday, December 16thSaline High School Natatorium6-7 pm

*A calendar with practice days and times will be posted on our website ansent to everyone on the email list as soon as it is nalized.




Swimming & Diving

nstructor: Katie Card Neidermire

This class is intended for new or experienced water polo players whoare looking to improve their skills before the high school season begins.Wolverine Water Polo helps provide water polo players with a year roundopportunity to play. The goal of the session is to teach and promote thefundamentals of the game while providing a competitive and fun atmosphere.For more information visit wolverinewaterpolo.com.

Instructor: Katie Card Neidermire

This class is intended for kids who have never played water polo and alsofor those who have some experience. The goal of this session is to introduceplayers to the fundamentals of the game, the rules, and how the game isplayed. The session will introduce some scrimmages/games. For moreinformation visit wolverinewaterpolo.com




Instructor: Denise Palmeri

Each parent/child class provides opportunities for playing together with avariety of toys in a preschool setting. Child development information anddevelopmental screenings are available during the session. Each class endswith circle time that includes songs, movement activities, and bubbles!Siblings are welcome (fee is per family)*.*Please include the names of any siblings attending in the comment section.

Early Childhood




• For ages 3 to 5 years

• Professional and experienced teaching staff • Nurturing and supportive learning environment

• Research-based curriculum

• Developing early literacy and math concepts

• Fostering emotional and social competencies

• Developmentally appropriate practices and activities

• Twice-a-year parents and teacher conferences• Kindergarten Readers Program

We observe the Saline Area Schools academic calendar.

Pooh Corner Preschool Registration Form

Children who turn 3 by September 2015 are eligible to register.

Child’s Name: _________________________________________________ Birthdate: ____________

Address: _____________________________________ City: ________________ Zip: ____________

Phone: ________________________ Parents’ Names: ______________________________________

Fall 2015 Monthly Tuition: MWF:$290 M-F: $490 T,Th: $215Please indicate rst and second choice.

____ 8:30 - 11:30 MWF _____ 9:00 - 12:00 MWF ____ 9:00 - 12:00 TTH _____ 9:00 - 12:00 M-F* *Must have turned 4 years by 9/1/15

Does your child have any health and/or developmental related concerns that staff need to be aware of to facilitate program participation? Yes No

Pooh Corner reserves the right to assignsessions in order to balance each classbased on the age, sex, or developmentalneeds of the children. A $75 non-refund-able registration fee must accompanyyour form. Visa and MasterCard accepted.

Please make checks payable toSaline Area Schools.




Early Childhood Services

• Four years old by September 1stof the enrollment school year

• Meet income guidelines• Meet required number of risk factors




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Before and After School CareBefore & After School Care 2014 - 2015 Registration Form

Please call (734) 429-8020 for more information




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Registration Information

Full refunds are made when we cancel a class due to lowenrollment or circumstances beyond our control. No refunds will be given after the

conclusion of a class or program.• If you cancel a class before the class begins: $5 cancellation fee charged for

classes $50 and under, 10% cancellation fee charged for classes over $50 (perenrollee/student).

• If you cancel a class after the class has started your refund will reect thecancellation fee and the refund will be prorated for classes held regardless ofattendance.

Pre-registration is required for all programs. Register and pay usingVisa/Discover/Mastercard/American Express/Cash/Check.Fees are payable in full at the time of registration.Online: www.salineonline.org and search for the class ID number.Fax: Fax completed registration form and credit card paymentinformation to (734) 429-8025In Person: Liberty School, 7265 Saline-Ann Arbor RoadPhone: (734) 429-8020, during ofce hoursMail: Mail completed registration form and payment to Saline CommunityEducation, 7265 Saline-Ann Arbor RoadChecks payable to: Saline Area SchoolsRegister Early: The most common reason for class cancellation is low enrollment.Returned Checks: Processed by Check RediWaitlist: Registrants will be placed on a waitlist if the class hasreached its maximum enrollment.Do not attend the class unless our ofce contacts you.

Because classes must be nancially self-supported through fees, you may be asked

to pay up to the full rate under some circumstances.• Seniors 60 and older may be eligible for a 50% discount on all classes advertised

in our guide.• Students who are approved to receive Free or Reduced Lunch through the Saline

Food Service Department are eligible to receive 15% off Community EducationPrograms and Classes. Please call 429-8020 to request your discount and toregister for classes.

Any student serving a suspension is not eligible to participate in any CommunityEducation program until suspension is served.

Please note the scheduled time of the activity so that children can be dropped offand picked up promptly. Supervision is not available beyond the scheduled times of

the activity, making it inappropriate to drop children off early or pick them up late.We reserve the right to revoke offers, correct errors, change prices, and make policychanges at any time.

Saline Community Education will provide reasonable accommodations forparticipants with special needs. To maximize the participant’s success in ourprograms, we ask that at the time of registration, or before that, you pleasecommunicate the nature of the participant’s needs with our department. Pleasecall (734) 429-8020 to register for our programs. We will do our best to haveparticipants start our programs on time, but the start day may be delayed inorder to make sure accommodations are in place.

*Please complete the entire registration form Check here to receive updates on programs/classes via email.

Parent/GuardianFirst Name: _______________________________________________________ Last Name: _________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________ City: ______________________________ Zip: _______________

Home Phone:____________________________ Work/Cell Phone: ________________________ Email Address: ________________________________

ParticipantFirst/Last Name Gender Birthdate Grade (Fall 2014) Session ID Fee

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Would you like to make a contribution to our Scholarship Fund? Yes No Amount _________

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Method of Payment VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS DISCOVER CHECK CASH

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