Fredericksburg I.S.D. COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Fredericksburg I.S.D.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Table of Contents
Acting
Afterschool Activities
Ceramics
Cheer Clinic
Computer Classes
Crochet
Defensive Driving Courses
Dog Obedience
ESL/GED
Exercise
Health/Fitness
Hunter’s Education
Karate
Kid Stuff
Massage
Money Matters
Parenting
Piano
Registration Form
Singing
Special Interest
Travel
Volunteer Opportunities
Yoga
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FISD SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Aug 22
First Day of School
Sept 5
Labor Day Holiday
Oct 7
Student Holiday
Nov 11
Student Holiday
Nov 23-25
Thanksgiving Holidays
Dec 22-Jan 6
Christmas Holidays
REGISTER BY:
1. MAIL-IN
2. CALL-IN
3. WALK-IN
FISD Community Education
234 Friendship Lane
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
PAY BY:
1. CASH
2. CHECK
3.
Non-Profit Bulk Rate
U.S. Postage Paid
Permit No. 192
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
www.fisd.org
Carrier Route Pre-Sort
Postal Customer
(830) 997-7182
September - December 2016
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Questions? Call 830-997-7182 or email [email protected]
MONEY MATTERS
CRAFTS
MEDICARE - “WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?”
Are you getting close to being 65 years old?
Have you just turned 65? Join us to learn everything you need to know about this special time in
your life! Receive the latest information on what
is covered by parts A, B, C, D, supplements
(medigaps) and how it all works!
Tues, Oct 11
6:00pm-7:30pm
FHS Rm #235
Instructor: Stephen Bradley
$20
DINNER IS SERVED!
A lump of clay offers you a whole world of creative possibilities! Participants will use slab
method to create four unique plates and a serving
dish. Sketchbooks are welcome but not necessary. All other supplies included – clay, tools,
glazes and kiln firings.
Tues/Wed, Oct 18 & 19 (time to create) and
Nov 1 & 2 (time to glaze)
6:00pm-8:00pm
FMS Studio 602
Instructor: Paige Conn
$140
YOUNG ADULTS GUIDE TO FINANCES
Spend Less than you Make ~ Invest the Rest
HERE’S THE CLASS YOU NEED!
Make budgeting possible. Learn to
understand your credit score. Save
for your kids college, tax-free. Get
your financial house in order and
THEN save for that time when you
cannot or don’t want to work – better
known as RETIREMENT. Learn
about IRAs, Roth IRAs and myRAs - that’s the
new government plan for saving for retirement
with a small amount of money. SEE - You and
most of your friends need this class!
Tues, Nov 1
6:00pm-7:30pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Jody Donovan
$20
IN’S & OUT’S OF HEALTH INSURANCE
Health Care Reform “aka ObamaCare” has drastically changed the options we have for health
insurance. Come find out the In’s and Out’s of
Health Insurance, including most importantly
what options are available for 2017. Already
enrolled? Come find out what changes are coming your way and have a better understanding of
all of your options.
Wed, Nov 9, 6:00pm-7:30pm and
Sat, Nov 12, 10:00am-11:30am
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Wendy Collier and Kate Stubblefield
$20
Sometimes you will never know the
value of a moment,
until it becomes a memory.
CROCHET 101
Open to all ages 12 thru adult
Get started with crochet! This class is all about
learning the fundamentals of the art of crochet.
From holding your hook to creating a beautiful
granny square blanket, get the techniques you
need to crochet with confidence! Basic supply
list available at Community Ed office.
Mon/Wed, Dec 5, 7, 12, 14
6:00pm-8:00pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Sandy McBride
$40
Positive thinking isn’t about expecting
the best to happen every time
but accepting that whatever happens
is the best at the time.
POWER SORT SCRAPBOOKING
WORKSHOP
Ditch the shoebox and get on the path to complete photo organization. The workshop includes
a handy magical box which is the key to preparing your photos for scrapbook pages or photo
albums the right way. This beauty will not only
organize your photos, but it will also protect
them from light and dust, too. Including 6 compartment boxes and 6 dividers for easy sorting
and labeling, you'll always have just the photos
you're looking for right at your fingertips. In addition, they will be in perfect condition. Consider
this box a totally organized security guard for
your photos. Holds up to 1200 photo (4x6 and
5x7).
Thurs, Sept 29
6:00pm-8:00pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Theresa Morris
$49
Make Checks Payable to: FISD
PICFOLIO SCRAPBOOKING WORKSHOP
Quickly complete an album of your choice.
Workshop includes an 11x14 Pocket Album that
has a rich leather-like cover, is expandable and
comes with a set of 11x14 Multi-Pocket pages so
you are instantaneous ready to slide-in up to 150
photos. Don't have that many or worried about
the orientation of your photos, not to worry... it
also includes one slide-in pack of your choice
which are great for adding journaling, a pop of
design or filling an empty space. Leave with a
completed album!
Thurs, Oct 6
6:00pm-8:00pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Theresa Morris
$89
DOG OBEDIENCE
BASIC DOG OBEDIENCE CLASS
Owners and their dogs will form a bond through
leadership and positive reinforcement. The dogs
will be taught basic manners, obedience and the
owners will be taught to be pack leaders. Dogs
must be at least 3 months old, on a lead collar
and have a 6 foot leash. Please bring a copy of
proof of up-to-date vaccinations to the first class.
NOTE: DO NOT BRING YOUR DOG TO THE
FIRST CLASS.
Tues, Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, 11, 18, 25
6:00pm-7:00pm
Marketplatz
Instructor: Yvonne Gerhardt
$65
HUNTER’S EDUCATION
Texas hunters born after September 1971 must
successfully complete a hunter’s education
course in order to hunt. This course includes instruction in rifle, shotgun and bow hunting; handling and safety; outdoor responsibilities and
ethics; laws and regulations. Be prepared for
hunting season and sign up for this course now!
You will need your social security for class.
Sat, Sept 10, 9:00am-3:00pm (bring a lunch)
AND Sun, Sept 11, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Gillespie County Ag Ext Office,
96 Frederick Road
Instructor: Larry Arnold
$21
You can have anything you want
if you are willing to give up the belief
that you can’t have it.
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Enrollments are limited - REGISTER NOW!
ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES
Dell computers provided with
Windows 10 operating system
and MS Office 2016. Please do
not bring your own computer.
Classes are limited to 8 students.
BASIC COMPUTER
This beginners class will introduce you to the
personal computer (PC), its
capabilities and terminology. Student's will learn how
to use the computer efficiently without being afraid
of what they’re doing. This
class is designed to make
computer use easy to understand. Class moves at a
comfortable pace and you
will leave class saying, “ I CAN DO THIS”!
NOTE: Please bring USB device (flash drive) for
backup of your work.
Session I: Oct 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20
Tues/Wed/Thurs
9:00am-11:30am
Session II: Dec 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15
Tues/Wed/Thurs
1:00pm-4:30pm
CE Computer Lab @ FPS Portable #4
Instructor: Jim Korman
$99 (includes textbook)
Your dream doesn’t have an
expiration date.
Take a deep breath, and try again.
INTERMEDIATE EXCEL
Become more knowledgeable and productive
using this powerful application. Understand how
to enter equations, add borders and shading.
Learn how to create reports, databases, lists and
more. NOTE: Please bring USB device (flash
drive) for backup of your work.
Session I: Nov 14, 15, 16
Mon/Tues/Wed
9:00am-11:00am
CE Computer Lab @ FPS Portable #4
Instructor: Jim Korman
$49
Embrace the current season
of your life.
CARE & FEEDING OF DIGITAL
CAMERAS
Got a new digital camera but no film?
Confused? Bring your camera, manuals & cables and we'll go over what all those buttons, controls, bells and whistles do. Discover
what those settings mean and learn how easy that
camera is to operate!
Session I: Wed/Thurs, Oct 12 & 13
2:00pm-4:00pm
Session II: Wed/Thurs, Dec 14 & 15
9:00am-11:00am
CE Computer Lab @ FPS Portable #4
Instructor: Jim Korman
$30
Wake up, SMILE, and tell yourself:
TODAY is my day!
EXCEL FOR BEGINNERS
This is a hands-on introduction to spreadsheets.
A beginner's course designed for persons with
basic computer knowledge and that are familiar
with the Windows environment. This course will
enable students to create reports, tables and
spreadsheets. Learn how to develop spreadsheets
that will calculate and summarize the data entered and more. Knowledge of this program is a
must in the workplace. NOTE: Please bring USB
device (flash drive) for backup of your work.
Session I: Tues/Wed/Thurs, Oct 25, 26, 27
6:00pm-8:00pm
Session II: Tues/Wed/Thurs, Nov 8, 9, 10
9:00am-11:00am
CE Computer Lab @ FPS Portable #4
Instructor: Jim Korman
$59
QUICKBOOKS FOR BEGINNERS
If you own or run a small business or would like
to keep track of your personal net worth, QuickBooks takes the hassle out of accounting. Learn
to easily create invoices and credits, process refunds and payments, enter sales, record customer
contracts, and manage inventory. NOTE: Please
bring USB device (flash drive) for backup of
your work.
Session I: Tues/Wed/Thurs, Oct 18, 19, 20
12:30pm-2:30pm
Session II: Tues/Wed/Thurs, Dec 6, 7, 8
5:00pm-7:00pm
CE Computer Lab @ FPS Portable #4
Instructor: Jim Korman
$59
EXPLORING IPHONES, IPADS,
ANDROIDS AND TABLETS, O’MY!
Learn how to download apps, keep your apps
organized, explore and manage your settings,
privacy, and ring tones. Personalize your wallpaper and sounds, while searching the internet,
checking email and sharing pictures and videos. Please bring your devices to class.
Tues/Wed/Thurs, Oct 4, 5, 6
Session I: iPhone~9:00am-11:00am
Session II: iPads~12:30pm-2:00pm
Mon/Tues/Wed, Nov 1, 2, 3
Session III: Android~9:00am-11:00am
Session IV: Tablets~12:30pm-2:00pm
CE Computer Lab @ FPS Portable #4
Instructor: Jordan Penick
$30 per session
REGISTRATION LIMITED TO 6 PER
SESSION!
SELF IMPROVEMENT
GED CLASSES*
Students must be at least 18 years of age and
committed to attending classes regularly. Students must also be fluent in English, reading and
writing. The students must provide a notebook,
pen/pencil and a calculator designated by the instructor. Classes are offered free of charge. Orientation and pretesting is on Tuesday, September
6 from 5:30pm-8:30pm. Regular classes begin
on Monday, September 12.
Mon/Wed, 6:00pm-8:30pm
FMS Rm #113
Instructor: Karen Young
ESL CLASSES*
Students must be at least 18 years of age and
committed to attending classes regularly. The
majority of materials are provided and classes
are offered free of charge. Orientation and pretesting is on Wednesday, September 7 from
5:30pm-8:30pm. Classes begin on Monday,
September 12.
Mon/Wed, 5:30pm-8:30pm
FMS Rm #100
Instructor: Dana Grona
*NOTE: REGISTRATION FOR GED AND ESL
CLASSES BEGINS MONDAY, AUGUST 29,
AND MUST BE DONE IN PERSON AT THE
FISD CENTRAL OFFICE.
Sometimes the wrong choices bring
us to the right places.
Located in the FISD Administration Building: 234 Friendship Lane
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HEALTH/FITNESS/DANCE
YOGA FOR ALL - Men and W omen
Yoga is noted for relieving stress in the body and
enhancing a sense of well being and health. This
class uses body postures, breath and awareness
to assist students in improving strength, flexibility, balance and focus. It is designed to
acknowledge different levels of experience and
capabilities. We will practice individual poses
and combine them in a flow of movement that
connects body, mind and spirit. Please bring a
yoga mat.
Mon/Wed, 5:30pm-6:30pm
FES 900 Gym
Instructor: Mariah Malec
$35 per month
ADULT BASKETBALL FOR MEN
Adult, non-league basketball for recreation and
exercise only. All participants must be registered
with Community Education prior to playing and
18 years of age or older. No walk-ins or prorated
fees.
Tues/Thurs/Sat, 5:30AM-7:00AM
FHS Old Gym
Facilitator: Nathan Quay
$30 (Sept thru Dec)
FUN AND FITNESS EXERCISE
Improve your flexibility and muscle tone while
increasing your energy level. This is a cardiovascular course that will alternate strength and conditioning to give you an all around work-out.
This class is open to all levels of exercisers.
Please bring a mat.
Tues/Thurs, 5:30pm-6:30pm
FES 900 Gym
Instructor: Mariah Malec
$35 per month
CHAIR MASSAGE
Feel your shoulders drawing up to your chin?
Stress giving you a permanent stiff neck? Melt
away that tension with an incredible neck and
shoulder massage. A ppointments are being taken
for openings between 1:00pm-5:00pm on the
following dates:
Wed, Sept 14, 28, Oct 12, 26
Nov 9, 30, Dec 14
FISD Central Office
Johnna Alberthal, RMT
$15 (fifteen minutes)
I walk slowly,
but I never walk backward.
REGISTER EARLY!
PIYO LIVE - Men and W omen
A mat-based formatted exercise class designed
for people who like to sweat and burn calories!
Inspired by yoga and pilates using focus, flow
and fusion-style movements, as it incorporates
dynamic balance, strength, flexibility, and functional training in a rhythmic style. Suitable for all
levels. Please bring a yoga mat.
AM Session: Tues/Thurs, 6:00am-6:45am
PM Session: Mon/Thurs, 8:00pm-8:45pm
FPS Gym
Instructor: Kate Mackintosh
$40 per month/per session
begins week of Sept 5, no
classes on Oct 31, Nov 24
Those who don’t believe in
magic will never find it.
THE BASICS OF NUTRITION FOR
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
This two hour workshop provides the basics of
nutrition for parents, grandparents, caregivers,
and educators of children 3-12 years of age. You
will receive information about the best foods for
growing children, the type of fats our bodies
needs, and sustainable strategies that help families develop a lifetime of health! Join us for an
informative evening of fun, a healthy snack and a
a chance to win a free pantry makeover valued at
$65. Drawing to be held at the completion of the
workshop.
Thurs, Oct 6
7:00pm-9:00pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Jan Ward
$39
BASICS OF GUT HEALTH THE KEY TO WELLNESS
Since the digestive system is really the corner
stone of your wellbeing shouldn’t you know how
to take care of your gut? Class discussion will
include the benefits of good gut health, symptoms
of poor gut health (which can impair your immune and nervous systems) possible reasons this
has occurred, and how nutrition can impact a recovery. Join us for a lively discussion that will
greatly benefit your health and wellness.
Thurs, Oct 20
7:00pm-9:00pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Jan Ward
$30
TRAVEL
COLLETTE VACATIONS
AND COMMUNITY ED PRESENTS:
PACIFIC NORTHWEST & CALIFORNIA
Featuring Washington, Oregon and California.
Highlights include: Seattle, Mount St. Helens
Visitor Center, Pike Place Market, Portland, Columbia River Gorge, Portland Spirit Cruise,
Newport, Bandon State Natural Area, Redwood
National Park, Eureka, Avenue of the Giants,
San Francisco, Choice of San Francisco Bay
Cruise or City Tour or San Francisco. Call 830997-7182 to receive a full color flyer with the
complete itinerary.
TRIP: July 23-30, 2017
$3239*pp, double occupancy
SLIDESHOW PRESENTATION:
Mon, Dec 5, 6pm-7pm, FISD Board Room
*Includes round trip air from San
Antonio Intl, cancellation waiver
and insurance of $240, air taxes
& fees/surcharges, hotel transfers, 10 meals (6 breakfasts & 4
dinners).
SPOTLIGHT ON TUSCANY
Sample delectable wines during a wine tasting in
the Chianti region. Spend time at a cheese factory to taste flavorful pecorino cheese. Visit the
Academy Gallery and Michelangelo’s famous
statue of David. See the Gothic Line, one of the
Germans’ last lines of defense during WWII.
Visit the Museum of Liberation and see WWII
fortifications and bunkers. Highlights include:
Montecatini Terme, Florence, Lucca, Siena, Pisa,
and San Gimignano. Call 830-997-7182 to receive a full color flyer with the complete itinerary.
TRIP: September 21-29, 2017
$3779*pp, double occupancy
SLIDESHOW PRESENTATION:
Mon, Feb 20, 6pm-7pm, FISD Board Room
*Includes round trip air from
San Antonio Intl, cancellation
waiver and insurance of $280,
air taxes & fees/surcharges, hotel transfers, 10 meals (7 breakfasts & 3 dinners).
Make Checks Payable to: FISD
If a plan A doesn’t work, the
alphabet has 25 more letters.
Registration Form is on Page 8
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SPECIAL INTEREST
WHAT CAN YOU LEARN FROM
YOUR DNA?
22 and Me, Ancestry.com…DNA testing is all
the rage. What can I learn from my DNA? Is
there anything I can do to influence the ways
genes are expressed? In this seminar, Dr.
O’Leary will dispel common myths and shed
light on the facts about DNA. Specific focus
will be made on how genetic variants in one’s
inherited DNA impact the formation of free radicals (the root cause of many diseases) and what
we CAN do about it. Information presented is
for educational purposes only. It is not meant to
diagnose or treat any disease or medical condition.
Thurs, Sept 22
7:00pm-8:30pm
1603 E. Main, Suite A
Instructor: Dr. Christa O’Leary
$20
BIOFEEDBACK - WHAT IS IT AND
HOW CAN IT HELP ME?
Want to learn how to manage your everyday
stress? Biofeedback may be for you! It use
technology to measure information (feedback)
about your body (bio). The goal is to practice
optimal breathing rates and “re-learn” to breathe,
focus, and attend - instead of “losing it” when
stressed!
Tues, Sept 27 and Oct 4
7:00pm-8:30pm
1603 E. Main, Suite A
Instructor: Karen Robertson
$45
OPTIMIZING BRAIN FUNCTION AS
YOU AGE
Whether you are 18 or 88, brain health should be
a priority for everyone. This seminar will cover
what the latest research shows about the best
way to maintain and optimize brain health. Information presented is for educational purposes
only. It is not meant to diagnose or treat any
disease or medical condition.
Thurs, Nov 10
7:00pm-8:30pm
1603 E. Main, Suite A
Instructor: Dr. Christa O’Leary
$20
You are braver than you believe,
stronger than you seem
and smarter than you think.
GO FEAR-LESS
Boldly go where you have never dared before
(but always wanted to). In this fun, provocative,
and encouraging workshop you will learn amazingly simple steps that will enable you to live life
more fully. Whether you want to speak up at
meetings, enter a roomful of strangers, or travel
the world, these easy tools will help you expand
your life into that brave new world. Parents,
come learn these skills so you can pass them on
to your children! Call a friend that needs some
courage and sign up - you'll both benefit.
Tues, Oct 18
6:00pm-8:00pm
FHS Rm #235
Instructor: Linda Blalock
$10
IMPORTANT DATES
TO PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR
Texas Public School Week
Community Breakfast
Thursday, March 8, 7-8am
Teacher of the Year Reception
Wednesday, May 3, 4-6pm
Academic Awards Banquet
Wednesday, May 10, 6-8pm
TRAVEL FREE AND GET PAID TO DO IT!
Class is offered one time this year! If you’re near
retirement, retired, re-tooling or changing careers, a student, or anyone who likes the idea of
making additional income to support their travel
dream and keep their retirement money in the
bank, this class is for you. Learn over 200 ways
to free travel, fun work-vacations & paid travel
opportunities. Instructor, Gina Henry teaches in
90 cities nationwide & shows you how she affords to travel 12 months a year visiting over 89
countries & 48 states in the past 25 years. Earn
FREE airline tickets, hotel nights, cruises, tours,
car rentals, vacation meals, & more in the USA
& worldwide! Maximize frequent flyers miles
and reward points. Get bumped and fly free.
Learn how to avoid scams, negotiation tips, and
the top 50 words to know to in any language to
travel anywhere. Please note students receive
Gina Henry’s 100-page book/class materials
which normally retails for $39.95 and provides
all the companies, web sites and contact information you need.
Thurs, Sept 15
6:00pm-9:30pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructor: Gina Henry
$49
ACTING FOR ADULTS (17 yrs and up)
Read about auditions for a play and have a desire
to try out, but thought you couldn’t because
you’ve never done it before? Think you’d love
to be on the stage but worried because you were
in high school the last time you tried? Want to
audition for community theatre? No experience?
Here’s your chance! The instructor has over 40
years of experience, with over 200 productions
in directing community theatre under his belt.
Let him help you overcome audition anxiety!
Sat, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
9:30am-11:30am
FHS Auditorium
Instructor: Bob Straus
$89
EFFORTLESS SINGING
This singing class is for women who 1) have
been told they can’t sing; 2) do not think they
can sing; 3) would like to improve their singing
in some way, and 4) would like to feel more confident about their singing. If you meet any of
these criteria, this fun class is for you! You will
learn Brenda Freed’s Effortless Singing Techniques which are sure to improve anyone’s singing voice. We will sing fun songs of many
styles; some suggested by the class, so bring
your song ideas of what you’d like to learn to
sing!
Mon, Sept 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17
6:00pm-7:15pm
FHS Rm #235
Instructor: Brenda Freed
$89 (includes all class handouts except in a $20
Effortless Singing double CD for ongoing personal practice, available to students for cash or
Paypal at the class.)
EFFORTLESS PIANO
Have you always wanted to learn to play piano? Would you like to learn to read music? Would you like to be able to play some
chords so you could play “Happy Birthday” for a
friend or family member? It’s never too late to
learn! Brenda Freed’s Effortless Music Instruction Techniques for piano will get you playing
piano, and you’ll have fun in the process. Dust
off that keyboard, or borrow one, and let’s get
started!
Mon, Sept 19, 26, Oct 3, 10, 17
7:30pm-8:45pm
FHS Rm #235
Instructor: Brenda Freed
$89 (includes all class handouts except a $10
required set of Effortless Music Reading Measure cards available to students for cash or PayPal at the class.)
Register by mail, in person or call 830-997-7182
Office Hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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O.T.T.E.R. PROGRAM
PARENTING
(Our Time To Enjoy Reading)
PARENT PROJECT:
Empowering Parents. Transforming Teens.
This is a parent training program designed specifically for parents of strong-willed or out-ofcontrol adolescent children. The curriculum covers concrete identification, prevention, and intervention strategies for the most destructive of
adolescent behaviors - poor school attendance
and performance, alcohol and other drug use,
gangs, runaways, and violent teens. Participants
receive a 216-page workbook, “A Parent’s Guide
to Destructive Adolescent Behavior” along with
the tools needed to identify and set limits; and
enforce consequences consistently.
Tues, Sept 13-Nov 10, 6:00pm-9:00pm
125 W. Main, Suite 150
Instructor: Ron Sutton, Juvenile Probation Officer
$45
NEEDS A FEW GREAT VOLUNTEERS!
FOR WHAT?
To read one on one to a kindergarten student.
WHY?
Reading aloud to a young child is the BEST way
to spark an interest in learning to read.
WHEN?
Twice a week for 20 minutes,
Monday - Thursday, starting October 3
Call Jamie Gonzales @ 997-1738
DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSES
Certified by the National Safety Council and
Texas Education Agency
Defensive Driving can be taken for ticket dismissal and/or
up to a 10% discount on your
auto insurance. Not only can
the course dismiss a traffic ticket, attending a
defensive driving course can enhance your driving knowledge and safety for you and others
around you. Check with the court and/or your
insurance agent to be sure. When registering
please have your driver's license number, DOB
and the name of the court as it appears on the
citation. Registration may be done over the
phone using MC or VISA.
IN FREDERICKSBURG @ FHS Room #405
Saturdays, 8:30am-3:00pm
September 17
October 15
November 12
none
January 14
IN KERRVILLE @ 500 Yorktown Blvd.
Monday and Tuesday, 6:00pm-9:00pm
September 26 & 27
October 24 & 25
November 28 & 29
December 12 & 13
Instructor: Denise LeMeilleur
$40
Isn’t it funny how day by day nothing
changes, but when you look back
everything is different.
Reading is dreaming with open eyes.
AMOR Y LOGICA: COMO SER
PADRES MAS EFECTIVOS
Este curso les enseñará a responder al
comportamiento de los niños de
manera firme y amable a la vez.
Daremos énfasis a estrategias que
pueden usar inmediatamente, y que además
tendrán como meta el ayudar a sus hijos a ser
más responsables. La filosofía del curso Amor y
lógica descubre el secreto de como tener éxito
como padres. Es un curso excelente para padres,
abuelos, o cualquiera que cuide niños.
¡Aprenderán técnicas prácticas y fáciles de usar
que de veras funcionan! Nota: El Hill Country
Community Needs Council ofrece un incentivo
monetario para el cuidado de niñossobre el acabamiento de este programa.
Facilitadores: Wanda Detmar
Costo: $60
FREDERICKSBURG
ACADEMIC BOOSTERS
The Fredericksburg Academic Boosters promote
academic excellence in local schools; while encouraging students to do their best in all
academic endeavors, and to receive recognition
and reward for academic accomplishments.
Want to get involved? Do you have questions?
Call 990-4595
Open to all boys and girls
in 5th & 6th grades
REGISTRATION:
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26
$45 (no refunds after Nov 4)
4:00-6:00pm, FMS Cafeteria
Or call 997-7182 and register
using MC or VISA
GAMES ON SATURDAYS @ FHS
JANUARY 21, 28,
FEBRUARY 4, 11, 25,
MARCH 4
HILL COUNTRY KARATE
The Hill Country Karate program teaches American karate in a positive, professional manner.
Utilizing martial arts training, the primary focus
of the junior program is to develop each student's
confidence, discipline and respect for others. Children are taught that having a "good attitude" at all times is the most important aspect of
their training. In addition, students are taught
that karate skills are for art, sport and selfdefense, ONLY! Inappropriate use of karate
skills is strictly prohibited. H.C.K. instructors
work very closely with parents and teachers on
any attitude, confidence, discipline or academic
issues.
Tues, Sept 6 - Nov 15 (11 weeks)
Juniors (5-12yrs): 6:30-7:30pm
Adults (13 yrs and up): 7:30-8:30pm
FPS Gym
Instructors: Derek Meier and Amanda Thomson
$60 (all white karate uniform is required and can be
purchased from the instructor at class)
The bad news is time flies.
The good news is you’re the pilot.
Questions? Call 830-997-7182 or email [email protected]
We offer something for everyone!
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KID STUFF
MS. DIANE’S
BAKING & CRAFT
SESSIONS
Open to all students, of all abilities,
in grades 1-5
Baking and crafting...can you
think of a better way to spend
an afternoon!?! Join us after
school ~ enjoy a snack and
have some fun! Students will
enjoy rolling out premixed
dough, cutting, baking, decorating cookies or decorating prebaked cupcakes/
cakes, or making cake balls, mini-pies, and
more! Students may also have the opportunity to
measure and mix simple treats such as rice krispies, bark-dipped pretzels, and other no-bake
items - as time allows. Creating a themed craft
project, or two, completes your creative afternoon - see you after school! Limited to 20 students per session.
Session I: Birds of a Feathers
Tues, Sept 27
Session II: Haunted Halloween
Tues, Oct 25
Session III: Giving Thanks
Tues, Nov 15
Session IV: Christmas Magic
Tues, Dec 13
4:00pm-6:00pm
Instructors: Diane Brandenberger & Paaton Reeh
FES Rm #C42
$20 per session, includes afterschool snack
FHS HOMECOMING
PRE-GAME PARTY!
Sponsored by the
Fredericksburg Rotary Club
Friday, September 30
4pm to Kick-Off (7:30pm)
@ FHS Practice Fields
Join us for a Family Fun Festival with
food and activities for all! 100% of
proceeds go to FHS scholarships!
Work for a cause not for applause.
Live life to express not to impress.
Don’t strive to make your presence noticed,
just to make your absence felt.
Open to all girls in grades 4-6
SO SEW SIMPLE STITCHES - FOR GIRLS
Grades 1-6
Come enjoy a fabulously fun~fabric day as you
learn to hand sew and explore using the sewing
machine. Create a unique pillow/case, or a bag.
All supplies included for a day of cool fabric
creativity! Bring a friend - it's twice the fun!
Class is limited to 10.
Sat, Nov 5, 10:00am-4:00pm
FHS Rm #236
Instructors: Diane Brandenberger and Assistant
$69 (supplies, snack and pizza lunch included)
Learn the fundamentals along with individual
and team concepts. The first two weeks are for
learning the game and practice. The following
four weeks there will have scheduled games.
All girls will meet from 6:30-8:00pm on Nov 14
& 21. After that, they will be on an assigned
team and have scheduled games between 6:309:00pm over the next four weeks. It's lots of fun
- better hurry and call a friend & get signed up!
Mon, Nov 14-Dec 19
FHS Gyms
Facilitator: Kaci Rittimann
$40 (includes t-shirt)
SANTA’S WORKSHOP - JUST FOR KIDS!
Grades 1-6
Calling all Elves for a FUN day of holiday activities! Come enjoy a fun day of baking, icing, and
decorating holiday cookies and treats. Each "Elf"
will take home at least a dozen cookies/treat - all
fabulously created and uniquely decorated - plus
a Christmas craft, as well! Sprinkles & Magic
are in the air! Come join our fun & busy day in
Santa's Workshop. (Parents, while your Little Elf
is busy creating ~ you can have a little "Santa
time" of your own!) Class limited to 16. NOTE:
MIXED NUTS WILL BE USED.
Sat, Dec 10, 10:00am-4:00pm
FHS Rm #235 & #236
Instructors: Diane Brandenberger and Assistant
$69 (supplies, snack and pizza lunch included)
LITTLE DIGGERS VOLLEYBALL
Make Checks Payable to: FISD
TOT offers fundamental and creative basketball
for boys and girls ages four to six years old.
TOT is:
Athletics! Students will learn a new basketball
skill each week!
Academics!
Students will have a “miniacademic” lesson during each class!
Agility! Students will have tons of fun working
on balance, movement and coordination!
This program was created to enhance the academic, physical and emotional development of
young children through the art of ball handling.
Using music and movement students combine
active listening along with fine motor skills.
Parents are invited to the last lesson, November
15, to see what their child has learned!
Fall Session: Wed, Oct 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16
3:45pm-4:30pm
FPS Gym
Instructor: Laura Calzata
$79 (includes TOT team t-shirt)
NO ONE TELLS YOU THAT THE
HARDEST PART OF MOTHERHOOD
IS WHEN YOUR KIDS GROW UP.
BATTLIN' BILLIES CHEER CLINIC
Open to all girls in grades 1-5
Participants learn cheers, chants, dances, and
jumps! All who register are invited to perform
at the FHS Battlin' Billies home football game on
Friday, October 21, 2016, and will receive a free
game pass. This clinic is designed to give girls a
chance to show their spirit and take part in cheering for the Battlin' Billies. Enrollment is limited REGISTER NOW!
Sat, Oct 15
2:00pm-4:00pm
FHS Gym
Instructors: Elaine Renaud & FHS Cheerleaders
$35 (includes t-shirt)
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Community Education Advisory Council
Kevin MacWithey, Chairman
Russell Immel, Vice-Chairman
Dawn Bourgeois, Secretary
Jimmy Alexander
Donnie Finn
Lorrie Hess
Linda Hicks
Leta Ann Metzger
Jordan Penick
Clint Pluenneke
Maria Ramos
Carol Reeh
Dr. Eric Wright
FISD Central Office Administration
Dr. Eric Wright, Superintendent
Donnie Finn, Asst. Supt., HR/Operations
Deborah Ottmers, Asst. Supt., Business & Finance
Carol Reeh, Director of Community Education
Dr. Celina Estrada Thomas, Asst. Supt., Curriculum
& Instruction
Ronda Tomplait, Dir. of Special Projects/Grants
Debra Wilks, Director of Special Education
FALL 2016
F.I.S.D. COMMUNITY EDUCATION ENROLLMENT/RECEIPT FORM
MAIL OR DELIVER REGISTRATION FORM & PAYMENT TO:
Fredericksburg ISD Community Education
234 Friendship Lane
Office Use:
Fredericksburg, Texas 78624
Cr Card
Cash
Rec'd By
www.fisd.org
Date
(830) 997-7182
(830) 997-6164 FAX
Please Print
Name(s)
Parent/Guardian Name
Grade (fall 2016)
Home Phone
Sex
Cell Phone
Address
City
FISD Board of Trustees
Natalie Bowman
Dave Campbell
Mark Cornett
Dale Geistweidt
Kerinne Herber
Lorrie Hess
Kay Stech
Check
State
Zip
Please enroll me/my child(ren) in the following:
LEGEND
Fredericksburg Primary School (FPS)
1110 South Adams Street
Comm Ed Computer Lab is located in the por table #4 between
Make Checks Payable to: FISD
TOTAL
FPS and FHS
Fredericksburg Elementary School (FES)
1608 North Adams Street
Fredericksburg Middle School (FMS)
110 West Travis
Fredericksburg High School (FHS)
1107 Hwy 16 South
T-shirt size, if required: YM YL AS AM AL AXL
FHS "200" r ooms ar e in the Main Bldg. on the second floor Hwy 16 South to South Milam, turn left, go approximately 40 feet,
make a left onto the campus, bear left into the large parking lot facing the side of the building.
By registering I authorize the Fredericksburg ISD, its employees and agents to transport me and/
or my child(ren) to the hospital, doctor, or dentist in the event of an injury or accident. I agree to
assume all medical costs incurred. I further release Fredericksburg ISD, its employees and agents
from all claims and responsibility for physical injury and property loss.
Enrollment will be on a first come, first served basis. If a class is full or canceled, a 100% refund
will be made. Notification will be made only if the class is full or canceled. Unless notified, report to class at the appointed time.
FHS "400" r ooms ar e in the Science Bldg. - Hwy 16 South to
Highway Street, turn left, go one block to South Adams, turn right,
go one-half block and make a right into the driveway just before
FPS. At the end of driveway is a parking lot and
FHS. In the parking lot, on the left, is the 400
Building.
FISD COMMUNITY ED REFUND POLICY:
The registration fee will be refunded when you cancel 72 hours before a class begins. No
refunds will be given after a class has begun. Fees cannot be prorated for late enrollment or
missed classes. Confirmation of registration will not be sent.
We look forward to seeing you!
Carol Reeh, Director of Community Education