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re vi s ed 3 1 11 2011 spring/summer brochure www.pvsd.org fitness classes reiki i certification wednesdays 3/9/11 3/16/11 pv middle school east library diane radliff instructor cost $80.00 7:00 ­ 9:30 pm middle eastern dance wednesdays 2/16/11 to 3/30/11 schwenksville elementary school gym patricia czapp-rotondi instructor cost $70.00 6:30 ­ 8:30 pm reiki is a japanese word meaning universal life force energy the gentle touch of reiki once activated and applied accelerates the body s natural ability to heal itself by opening the body s own healing channels please dress comfortably bring a mat and water to class class size limited to 12 students minimum enrollment 2 zumba ­ join the party cost $80.00 7:30 ­ 8:30 pm explore this ancient art that has been practiced for thousands of years wear comfortable clothing a scarf for your hips is also helpful but not mandatory finger cymbals will also be introduced patricia czapp-rotondi has over 30 years experience for questions call her at 610 287-6664 intro to pilates wednesdays 3/30/11 to 5/25/11 session ii schwenksville elementary school music room laurie higgins instructor cost $80.00 6:30 ­ 7:15 pm wednesdays 1/5/11 to 3/9/11 south elementary school all purpose room apr christy maurer instructor latin-inspired dance-fitness class incorporating latin and international music and dance movements creating a dynamic exciting exhilarating effective fitness system wear comfortable clothing and sneakers bring a towel and water beginner yoga continuing yoga tuesdays 3/1 to 4/18/11 8 weeks south elementary school all purpose room apr liz wanner instructor cost $88.00 7:30 ­ 8:30 pm pilates improves core strength and posture through specific slow controlled and safe exercise this 45-minute class tones and tightens the abdomen buttocks hips and thighs using the five principles taught by creator joseph pilates and can be modified for any fitness level or for those with physical challenges a posture analysis is included in the first few sessions please bring a mat and towel to class note a ½-inch pilates mat is recommended but a sticky type yoga mat will do minimum enrollment 5 power pilates mat work wednesdays 3/30/11 to 5/25/11 session ii schwenksville elementary school music room laurie higgins instructor cost $80.00 yoga is a body mind and spirit system developed over 5,000 years ago learn to relax your body and calm your mind by using yoga postures breathing techniques and present moment awareness whether you are a beginning or continuing yoga you will move at your own pace minimum enrollment 15 aquasize water aerobics cost $80.00 7:30 ­ 8:15 pm tuesdays/thursdays 3/8/11 to 4/28/11 pv high school pool jean rosenzweig aerobic rhythmics inc 7 :45 ­ 8:45 pm designed to burn calories increase endurance build strength and tone your body all of this without taxing your joints this is for men and women all ages and fitness levels you do not need to be a swimmer to take this class bring a towel to class minimum enrollment 5 this 45-minute class will move on from the introductory class to include more exercises back-to-back it requires concentration and mind-body awareness to effectively utilize the exercises for best results by strengthening the power of the breath your body will become leaner stronger and less prone to injury stott pilates is the biomechanical approach to improving core strength and posture through specific slow controlled exercise note a ½-inch pilates mat is recommended but a sticky type yoga mat will do minimum enrollment 5 inside registration information page 2 sports arts crafts photography page 3 miscellaneous page 4 free wellness workshops/career page 5 aquatics programs page 6 maps page 7 register online at www.pvsd.org click on the community education link on the left pvsd community education program 610 489-8506 · communityed@pvsd.org change in date and time from original brochure

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registration information · registration is now open complete the registration form below and mail it with your check or money order payable to pvsd to 3 iron bridge drive collegeville pa 19426 or bring it in person to the district office at the same address registrations will also be accepted online at www.pvsd.org go to the community education link and click on online registration at this time payment must still be mailed or dropped off at the school district office · registrations will be accepted in the order in which they are received and payment must accompany registration · classes will only be offered with sufficient enrollment fees are not refundable unless the class is cancelled · school closings due to inclement weather will follow the pvsd school schedule if schools are closed or have an early dismissal due to inclement weather all community education classes are cancelled if schools are open but weather conditions worsen during the day please visit the web site www.pvsd.org or listen to local television and radio stations for our number 317 · community education classes will take place on teacher in-service days but not on holidays · perkiomen valley school district residents age 60 and over are welcome to join the district s gold card club and enroll in many of our classes at a savings of 50 unless otherwise noted to apply for a gold card or to learn more information about its benefits call 610 489-8506 or visit the district office at 3 iron bridge drive collegeville proof of age is required · classes are designed for adults 18 years and older unless otherwise specified · perkiomen valley school district employees can enroll in any program/class for a 10 discount 4 ways to register register by mail complete a registration form and mail it with your payment checks made payable to pvsd to perkiomen valley school district community education program 3 iron bridge drive collegeville pa 19426 register in person complete a registration form and drop it off with your payment to our office at perkiomen valley school district community education program 3 iron bridge drive collegeville pa 19426 register by phone call our office at 610 489-8506 extension 1125 to reserve a place in a class your registration isn t complete until we receive payment register online go to www.pvsd.org click on the community education link on the left and click on online registration please note that your registration isn t complete until we receive payment community education enrollment form mail to pvsd community education 3 iron bridge drive collegeville pa 19426 make checks payable to pvsd name date street address city state zip email address home phone cell phone participant name course name fee check where did you learn about our community education classes my child s school building local library school district website township/borough building word of mouth other 2

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sports programs volleyball wednesdays 2/23/11 to 4/27/11 session ii pv middle school east gym rick cressman instructor cost $50.00/session $5.00/night 7:00 ­ 10:00 pm this program combines intermediate and power volleyball into one focus is on the development of volleyball skills and techniques as a group adults only for information contact rick cressman at 610 287-6055 men s advanced basketball cost $50.00/session $100.00/year 6:30 ­ 8:30 pm private group tennis lessons customize your own small group lessons this spring with instructor and tennis coach jennifer dixon all levels and ages are welcome times and availability are limited so call today to schedule your own personal time for more information contact coach dixon at 484 902-8456 or via email at jdixon@pvsd.org indoor golf clinic cost $45.00/hour tuesdays 2/15/11 to 4/26/11 session ii pv middle school east gym richard weinstein instructor thursdays 4/28/11 to 6/2/11 cost $90.00 7:00 ­ 8:00 pm participant should be in good physical shape and have a good knowledge of the game teams are made up of 5 6 or 7 players games are full court and highly competitive evergreen elementary school gym thomas dodds instructor learn the game of golf from beginning if new to the game this class will prepare you with the correct fundamentals if a veteran it will work to correct bad habits and create a better game for you wear rubber soled shoes comfortable clothes and bring a 7 iron to the first class arts crafts programs/photography stained glass beginner age 16 wednesdays 3/9/11 to 4/27/11 pv high school room 147 melinda pasquale instructor cost $95.00 7:00 ­ 9:00 pm beginners knitting tuesdays 3/1/11 to 3/22/11 evergreen elementary school library gillian caramanno cyca certified teacher cost $40.00 7:00 ­ 9:00 pm learn all the necessary skills to work in this medium choose one of three stained glass panels and glass to complete during this course all panels are 10 x 16 teacher will supply each student with a 28-piece time-tested tool kit at the cost of $185.00 due the first night drawing with charcoal cost $60.00 6:30 ­ 8:30 pm tuesdays 3/1/11 to 3/29/11 skippack elementary school room #9 jane ferguson instructor learn to knit and you will be able to create unique one-of-a-kind gifts and gain a lifetime skill you can really love this 4-week session will teach you how to cast-on knit purl bind-off increase and decrease as well as various stitch combinations materials required by second class us 7 8 or 9 needles 10 to 16 long and light colored 4-ply worsted weight medium yarn acrylic or cotton recommended for newbies and refreshers age 9 class limited to 12 knitters minimum 5 intro to photography cost $60.00 6:30 ­ 8:30 pm start learning to draw by using charcoals learn measurement in proportion perspective composition drawing from still life fruit vases etc bring 9 medium charcoal sticks not pencils charcoal paper size 18 x24 in tablet form or separate sheets drawing board or a piece of plywood 18 x24 kneaded eraser sandpaper block for sharpening charcoal and krylon fixative spray drawing pastels are next cost $60.00 6:30 ­ 8:30 pm tuesdays 3/8/11 to 4/5/11 and field trip to valley forge park on saturday 3/26/11 pv high school room 132 lou liguori instructor course is for the 35mm and digital camera users and is specially designed for the photographer who is ready to use the camera as a creative tool learn the different camera modes and how to knowledge for photographing people flowers landscapes and night photography minimum enrollment 6 intermediate photography cost $60.00 6:30 ­ 8:30 pm tuesdays 4/5/11 to 5/3/11 skippack elementary school room #9 jane ferguson instructor prerequisite for this class is drawing with charcoals or an equivalent class start by drawing the subject first with charcoal then learn how to mix color starting from dark to light you will be working from still life bring same supplies as listed in drawing with charcoals plus soft pastels called alpha color in 12 or 24 colors tuesdays 4/19/11 to 5/17/11 and field trip to elmwood zoo on saturday 5/14/11 pv high school room 132 lou liguori instructor learn in-depth skills for photographing people flowers sporting events and more includes two fields trips plus a photo assignment each week for how to experience photos will be critiqued in terms of lighting composition and camera technique students must have a 35mm camera a digital camera or a point shoot 35mm camera with a zoom lens a tripod is also suggested change in date and time from original brochure 3

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miscellaneous separation divorce your legal rights tuesday 5/10/11 pv middle school west lgi room alpha resource center cost $30.00 7:00 ­ 9:00 pm safely through education and training open your eyes to a new world and join us participants must have basic swimming ability for more information please contact paul highland at diver s den north 1108 north broad street lansdale pa at 215 361-8181 molly s country kennels inc 2205 wentz church road lansdale pa cost $195.00 confusion fear anger depression and anxiety these are normal emotions for someone who is considering separation or divorce during separation and divorce couples must make some of the most important decisions in their lifetime an alpha resource center attorney-mediator will discuss and offer clarity on many of the legal financial and practical matters that must be considered by both individuals this class will also discuss divorce mediation as an alternative to litigation minimum enrollment 5 be your own landscape designer cost $80.00 6:00 ­ 8:00 pm molly s country kennels offers training in dog obedience dog agility canine good citizen therapy dogs international and fun tricks for available dates and information please contact cheryl leh at 610 489-8506 ext 1125 or email at cleh@pvsd.org english as a second language esl cost $60.00 7:00 ­ 9:00 pm mondays 3/14/11 to 4/18/11 schwenksville elementary school faculty lounge bonnie watton owner secluded gardens mondays 3/28/11 to 5/23/11 pv high school room 134 debra chiappetta certified esl teacher have you ever watched designer s challenge and wished you could participate join our six week workshop with professional landscape designer and owner of secluded gardens bonnie watton the first five classes we will be making site visits to some of the homes of the students in the class we will hear the problems from the homeowner s perspective followed by landscaping solutions from the designer the last night of class will be a lecture and time of questions from the students this is a great opportunity to see a landscape designer at work and learn how to solve your own landscaping dilemmas minimum enrollment 10 visit www.secludedgardens.com to see examples of her work note students must submit their name address phone number and a brief description of their site issues to secludedgardens@msn.com by march 7 2011 to be considered for a site visit location of the first class will be emailed to all participants by march 13 2011 behind the wheel driver education individual schedules pv high school cost $325.00 let us help you learn english as a second language this class is appropriate for beginners advanced speakers and everyone in between topics include skills of both listening and speaking vocabulary pronunciation grammar and american slang words minimum enrollment 5 voice class getting paid to talk wednesday 5/11/11 one night pv high school room 136 cost $40.00 6:30 ­ 9:00 pm have you ever been told you have a great voice this class will provide an introduction to professional voice-acting students will explore numerous aspects of voice-over work for television film radio books on tape documentaries and the internet includes class discussions demos and a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our producer for more info please view www.voicecoaches.com handwriting analysis cost $50.00 7:00 ­ 9:00 pm mondays 3/28/11 to 4/18/11 pv high school room 137 allan grim instructor attention all junior and senior students living in the perkiomen valley if you are taking or have taken the classroom theory driver s education course we are offering the on-the-road course this course includes 6 hours of on-the-road driving plus the pennsylvania state driver s test lessons are scheduled after school saturday mornings and throughout the summer at the perkiomen valley high school for more information contact cheryl leh at 610 489-8506 ext 1125 or email cleh@pvsd.org s.c.u.b.a presented by diver s den north cost $165.00 7:30 ­ 10:30 pm do you want a new and interesting direction in your life learn more about yourself and other people through handwriting strokes this course will change the way you look at yourself and others since handwriting reveals important information about those you must work live or deal with it has many practical uses minimum enrollment 5 long term care planning cost $25.00 6:30 ­ 7:30 pm tuesdays 5/3/11 and 5/10/11 evergreen elementary school library april heisler financial specialist thursdays 2/17 to 4/28/11 pv high school pool join the adventure and explore the underwater world we sponsor the best and most comprehensive scuba training in the area lessons lead to certification through the national association of underwater instructors dive americans are living longer than ever before with a long life sometimes comes increased medical needs the chance that an individual will someday need long term care is substantial class will discuss common misconceptions of long term care as well as ways to pay for care note this course is geared towards ages 45­65 sign up to receive email updates from us we frequently post updates about new community education classes if you would like to receive email updates from us please go to www.pvsd.org click on the community education link on the left and then click on the link in the black box to sign up 4

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free wellness workshops dr steve fleisher main street chiropractic cost free wellness workshops all workshops are from 7 to 9 pm at south elementary school osteoporosis-an education for teens to seniors wednesday 3/23/11 do you know the one thing you need in addition to calcium in order to get stronger bones it s not vitamin d learn the truth about how to avoid getting osteoporosis and how you can reverse it find out two of the most dangerous things teenagers do that can lead to osteoporosis later in life 5 secrets to improving and preventing type ii diabetes wednesday 4/6/11 5 things you don t know about diabetes that can lead to an early death is medication the only answer are you re-diabetic does diabetes run in your family learn how to stop it now you don t have to be a statistic get rid of your pain forever wednesday 4/20/11 what do those over the counter medications really do to you there is no such thing as normal aches and pains only common ones you deserve to feel great even the most minor symptoms are an indication of an underlying problem learn how to live a pain free life low back pain wednesday 4/27/11 do you have minor low back pain now symptoms are your body s way of telling you something is wrong you don t get low back pain because your body does not make enough tylenol or ibuprofen learn how to prevent low back pain from affecting your work and lifestyle before it s too late get the latest information that you can start using right away headaches wednesday 5/4/11 3 clues that your medicines are never going to get rid of your headaches learn 4 things that can career assistance/self-help/safety job change job loss what next action strategies workshop cost $50.00 6:00 ­ 8:00 pm human resources for small businesses tuesdays 4/5/11 and 4/12/11 pv high school room 137 frank eirich instructor cost $40.00 7:00 ­ 9:00 pm wednesdays 4/13/11 to 4/27/11 3 weeks pv high school room 137 barbara a fuchs ms ccmep cphq have you changed jobs or lost your position are you looking to find some answers and directions to move forward successfully come to this workshop and critically review/revise your resume we will also explore what you want and how to identify what it will take to move forward in this challenging environment you will develop a personalized action plan and evaluate strategies to achieve your goals job change/job loss provides enormous opportunities for exploration and reflection to take a bold next step don t waste it bring two copies of your resume with you material fee of $10 payable to instructor first night minimum 6 students maximum 10 personal safety self-defense cost free 7:00 ­ 9:00 pm are you a small business owner/operator with 15-75 employees but can t support an hr function do you know what s required come learn the basics of managing your hr function and how to keep out of trouble with current labor laws find out how to create a motivated workforce as you grow your business minimum 5 students tuesday 4/5/11 skippack elementary school library trooper joshua hulstine community service officer from pa state police skippack barracks will discuss some of the attitude and defense tactics to prevail in a dangerous encounter looking for summer programs coming soon we will be posting information on our website about summer programs such as the pvsd summer fun camp and other sports clinics check out the community education page on our website at www.pvsd.org for information about summer programs change in date and time from original brochure 5

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pvsd aquatics family recreation/adult lap swim friday nights beginning 2/25/11 no family swim on 4/22/11 and 5/27/11 7:00 to 9:00 pm saturday beginning 2/5/11 12:30 to 2:30 pm no family swim on 2/19/11 4/23/11 and 5/28/11 cost $3.00/child ages 3-17 and $5.00/adult over 18 a lap lane will be available for adults who would like to swim laps ages 18 and over birthday party celebrations at the pool friday nights beginning 2/25/11 7:00 to 8:15 pm swim 8:15 to 9:00 party saturdays beginning 2/26/11 12:30 to 1:30 pm swim 1:30 to 2:30 pm party tables will be available in the main hallway outside the pool for your child s celebration food and drinks will not be provided but may be brought no food is permitted in the pool area cost $7.00 per child please contact fran wieber at fewiebs@comcast.net for available dates or further information preregistration is required conditioning program philadelphia league and must also become a member of the american water polo association additional fee required this is a great opportunity to learn the game from coaches and members of the high school team and play competitively against other middle school programs no prior water polo experience is needed but players should be able to swim 25 yards and tread water for one minute space is limited ages boys and girls currently enrolled in 5th-8th grade dates tuesdays and thursdays from march 17 2011 to may 6 2011 saturday and sunday game dates and times will be determined in march practice time 5:00 to 6:30 pm in the high school pool cost $75.00 per player paid to pvsd $30 american water polo member fee paid directly to awp at www.americanwaterpolo.com please contact kate klinger at kateklinger6@gmail.com or fran wieber at fewiebs@comcast.net for additional information registration with water polo association can be on done online at www.americanwaterpolo.com spring session swim lessons cost $35.00 group 4-week mini session times for lessons are as follows 8:30 to 9:00 am 9:05 to 9:35 am 9:40 to 10:10 am 10:15 to 10:45 am 10:50 to 11:20 am 11:20 to 11:50 am 11:55 am to 12:25 pm $65.00 private saturdays 5/7/11 to 6/4/11 no class on 5/28/11 mondays through thursdays 4/11/11 to 5/27/11 6:30 to 7:30 pm this program is for competitive swimmers who want to continue training to be prepared for the summer competitive season daily training workouts by pvac coaches will help build endurance and stamina cost $100/entire session or $5/day payable at the door 10 coupons may be purchased in lieu of cash for $45 stroke-n-turn clinic cost $80.00 5:15 to 6:30 pm registration dates are as follows saturday april 30 2011 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm monday may 2 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm tuesday may 3 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm mondays/wednesdays/fridays 4/27/11 to 5/6/11 mondays through thursdays 5/9/11 to 5/26/11 all four competitive strokes starts and turns will be taught by qualified personnel emphasis will be placed on proper stroke technique note the first two weeks the clinic will meet mondays wednesdays and fridays due to the middle school water polo clinic beginning on may 9 2011 the clinic will run mondays through thursdays cost $75.00 7:30 to 8:30 pm 6:45 to 7:30 am lap swimmers fitness swimmers and tri-athletes will enjoy structured workouts and stroke technique instruction in a fun and relaxed environment swimmers will be encouraged to set individual fitness goals and participate in fun fitness challenges in addition swimmers who wish to participate in competitive meets will be given the opportunity meets will be held within the mid-atlantic area for ages 19 up masters swim summer session swim lessons cost see below children should wear their bathing suits in order to be tested and placed in the appropriate levels as follows level 2 tuna advanced beginner level 1 tadpole beginner level 3 starfish intermediate level 4 seahorse adv intermediate level 5 swordfish advanced i level 6 marlin advanced ii parent and children ages 6 months to 3 years and are accompanied in the water by a parent all classes are 30-minute sessions note no online or mail-in registrations accepted all swimmers must be tested before being given a time slot registrations saturday june 4 2011 from 9 am to 12 noon monday june 13 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm tuesday june 14 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm first session july 5-8 2011 4 days times available 12:30 to 1 pm 1:05 to 1:35 pm and 1:40 to 2:10 pm cost $35.00 group or $65 private mondays through wednesdays april to june fridays cost $250.00 7:00 to 10:00 pm students will receive american red cross life guarding standard first aid cpr for the professional rescuer and aed for adult and child certificates upon successful completion students will be certified must be 15 years old proof of age required must be able to tread water for two minutes using legs only swim 300 yards crawl stroke and breast stroke proficiently swim 25 yards surface dive to a depth of 7-10 feet retrieve a 10-pound object and return to starting point in under 100 seconds all interested participants should come on monday march 7 2011 for prerequisite testing american red cross lifeguarding training mondays or wednesdays 3/7/11 to 5/18/11 second session july 11-15 2011 times available 12:30 to 1 pm 1:05 to 1:35 pm and 1:40 to 2:10 pm cost $43.50 group or $82.25 private third session july 18-22 2011 times available 12:30 to 1 pm 1:05 to 1:35 pm and 1:40 to 2:10 pm cost $43.50 group or $82.25 private fourth session july 25-29 2011 times available 12:30 to 1 pm 1:05 to 1:35 pm and 1:40 to 2:10 pm cost $43.50 group or $82.25 private water polo league for middle schoolers perkiomen valley school district community education is offering a co-ed spring water polo league the team will be a part of the villanova greater for more information or questions about swim lessons please contact fran wieber at fewiebs@comcast.net 6

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perkiomen valley school district community education program 3 iron bridge drive collegeville pa 19426 non-profit org u.s postage paid southeastern pa permit no 50 perkiomen valley school district 3 iron bridge drive collegeville pa 19426 610 489-8506 communityed@pvsd.org www.pvsd.org community education staff mrs michelle brown manager of school and community engagement ms cheryl leh secretary board of school directors lynn bigelow president lori snyder vice president gerry barnefiher randy bennett john king diane landes bonnie neiman capt sam schweigert david warren dr clifford l rogers superintendent perkiomen valley school district 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 perkiomen valley high school 509 gravel pike · collegeville pa 19426 perkiomen valley middle school east 100 kagey road · collegeville pa 19426 perkiomen valley middle school west 220 big road · zieglerville pa 19492 evergreen elementary school 98 kagey road · collegeville pa 19426 south elementary school 200 east third avenue · trappe pa 19426 skippack elementary school 4081 heckler road · collegeville pa 19426 schwenksville elementary school 55 second street · schwenksville pa 19473 district administrative offices 3 iron bridge drive · collegeville pa 19426 trappe building 29 east first avenue · trappe pa 19426

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