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At the beginning of every year the private schools in Almaden Valley hold open house and open enrollment for prospective and returning students.
Almaden Valley is home to a number of private schools for students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, and middle school. Following is the Winter 2011 Open House Schedule for Almaden Valley Private Schools:
SeniorNet Learning Center of Almaden has released its Winter 2011 Course Schedule.
Choose from a number of different computer, Internet, and software application courses, including an Introduction to Google and Introduction to Facebook. Download the Winter 2011 Session Brochure.
Registration for the Winter 2011 Session is at the Almaden Community Center on Saturday, January 8, 2011, at 11:30am. Classes are also at the Almaden Community Center, and begin January 10, 2011 and end March 7, 2011. (Most of the courses are one day a week for two hours, and last from four to eight weeks.)
The price for an annual membership to SeniorNet is $40. The annual renewal fee for existing members is $30. Individual courses range from $10 to $20 each.
Pioneer High School Education Foundation is now holding its e-waste collection events on the first Saturday of each month throughout the 2010/2011 academic year. All proceeds benefit Pioneer High School’s academic and technology programs.
Discard your old computers, TVs, monitors, printers, cell phones, entertainment equipment, tools, small appliances, and any other electronic and battery-powered devices. Just drive up and volunteers will unload for you.
Businesses with large quantities of e-waste can have them picked up by contacting 1st Choice Recycling at support@1stchoicerecycling.com or 877-715-5515.
The event is at the Pioneer High School student parking lot, the first Saturday of each month, beginning September 4, 2010 and ending on May 7, 2011, from 9am to 4pm.
Support the 2010 Los Alamitos Silent Auction. All proceeds benefit Los Alamitos Elementary School’s award winning music, art, and science programs. Approximately $154,000 is needed for classroom supplies, programs, and events.
Bid on a number of fantastic items, including sporting events, concert tickets, restaurant gift certificates, hotel stays, vacation rentals, rounds of golf, and home décor. Also bid on premium items such as a guitar autographed by the members of U2, and a record album autographed by Michael Jackson. You can also support Los Alamitos by making a donation or by volunteering for the auction.
The auction is at Los Alamitos cafeteria on Saturday, September 25, 2010, from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
SeniorNet Learning Center of Almaden is offering more than a dozen different computer and software application courses this Summer.
SeniorNet is a national non-profit membership organization dedicated to building a community of computer-using seniors (ages 50 and over).
Courses range from an introduction to computers (no computer knowledge required) to intermediate and advanced courses in various software applications.
A sampling of the courses available this Summer include Windows operating systems, search engines, word processing, spreadsheets, photo editing, photo albums, and digital music.
Most of the courses are one day a week for two hours, and last from four to eight weeks. All classes are held at the Almaden Community Center.
The price for an annual membership to SeniorNet is $40. The annual renewal fee for existing members is $30. Individual courses range from $10 to $20 each.
Registration for Summer 2010 is at the Almaden Community Center on Saturday, May 15, 2010 at 11:30am.
See the Summer 2010 brochure and registration form for further details on the courses being offered by SeniorNet Learning Center of Almaden.
Holy Spirit School in Almaden Valley is holding Open House for its Pre-Kindergarten Program.
The program is designed to prepare your child for kindergarten by promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development. The curriculum focuses on phonics, science, writing skills, social science, problem-solving, music & movement, art, literature, cooking, and math.
The pre-k teacher/student ratio is 3:26. Holy Spirit School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
The event is at Holy Spirit School in Almaden Valley on April 21, 2010 from 6-7pm.
Looking for a local Summer school program for your child? Holy Spirit School in Almaden Valley provides a variety of Summer school programs and Summer camps.
Customize your child’s Summer school program. Choose from language arts, mathematics, science, computers, art, geography, current events, and more. Select morning, afternoon, or combine the two for a unique all day experience. The four-week programs and camps are $330 for members of Holy Spirit Church, and $380 for non-members.
The program is at Holy Spirit School from June 21 to July 16, 2010. Morning options are from 9:00 to 11:30am, and afternoon options from 12:00 to 2:00pm. Students attending all day will have lunch from 11:30am to 12:00pm. Extended care is available from 7am until 6pm for an additional fee.
It is time to register your child for kindergarten at Williams Elementary School. Beginning with the 2010-2011 school year, kindergarten will be a full day. Registration begins April 1, 2010. To make an appointment to register your child, call one of the district enrollment centers listed below.
Orientation for parents of kindergarten students who have been enrolled is May 12, 2010 from 8:15 to 10:30am. Invitations for orientation will be mailed beginning May 1, 2010.
District Enrollment Centers
Burnett Enrollment Center
110 E. Hedding St.
San Jose, CA
Requirements: (408) 535-6410
Appointments: (408) 535-6412
Erikson Enrollment Center
4855 Pearl Ave.
San Jose, CA
Requirements: (408) 535-6430
Appointments: (408) 535-6436
Mad Science summer camps offer a daily combination of in-class science discovery and exploration, outdoor games, and hands-on application of the scientific principles presented. Campers create a take-home project every day of camp. The following camps are being held at Almaden Community Center:
Learn strategies for managing your investments and achieving your financial goals during retirement. This free workshop will cover a variety of financial planning topics, including taxes, inflation, outliving your income, and portfolio management.
The workshop is being lead by Delbar Jahanian, CMFC and Financial Advisor, at Waddell & Reed in Campbell, CA.
The workshop is being held in Almaden Valley at the Almaden Library, Program Room. Tuesday, April 27, 2010 from 6:30pm-7:45pm.
Mad Science®, the world’s leading science enrichment provider, is on a mission to spark the imagination and curiosity of children in grades K-5. Mad Science is providing fun, interactive, and educational after school programs Almaden Valley. These programs are designed to instill a clear understanding of what science is really about and how it affects our world.
Mad Science is holding after school programs at Williams Elementary School, Challenger School, and Los Alamitos Elementary School. The programs offered in Almaden Valley include Earth, Wind, Inspire and Movin’ & Groovin’, and begin in early April 2010 and end in late May 2010. (Dates and times vary from school to school.)
Save $36 (27%) if you register by March 23, 2010.
Almaden Country School Open House for prospective students and their families. Meet the Principals, teachers, and current students. Learn about the teaching practices, curriculum, and text books. Tour the campus, classrooms, and see sample student work. Almaden Country School is for students in Preschool through 8th Grade.
Open House is Saturday, March 27, 2010, 10am-12pm. More: http://bit.ly/5qge0L
Camp Galileo is a summer day camp that inspires kids to imagine new ideas, collaborate with peers, and express themselves creatively. Kids enjoy art, science, and outdoor programming every day, all wrapped in fun camp traditions and delivered by highly enthusiastic staff. Camp Galileo is for pre-kinders through 5th graders.
As the week progresses, activities become more sophisticated and culminate toward a project. The hands-on curriculum is developed in partnership with The Tech Museum of Innovation, de Young Museum, and Klutz. Themes for 2010 include the following:
The camp is being held at Almaden Country School, June 21 through August 6, 2010. Camp is Monday through Friday, 9am to 1pm or 9am to 3pm. Extended care is offered from 8–9am and 3–5:30pm. More…
Math Enrichment Summer Program further develops each student’s intellect and knowledge in mathematics and language arts. The curriculum is tailored to the grade the student will be entering for their upcoming school year.
Kindergartners through sixth graders learn math, reading, writing, and computers. Middle school students receive a broad education in college preparatory math courses, from pre-algebra to math analysis. Students can also participate in a wide variety of recreational activities planned throughout the summer, including Toy Story 3 movie day, on-campus carnival, Wii time, field trip to Six Flags Marine World in Vallejo, and end of Summer raffle and banquet.
Math Enrichment Summer Program is fully accredited by the Schools Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Math Enrichment tuition and any after school care fees are eligible for flexible spending plans (FSA).
Math Enrichment Summer Program is being held at Leland High School from June 14 to July 23, 2010. Class is Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm. Care is available before school starting at 7:45am and after school until 6pm. Tuition is $900 (less than $5 an hour). Register by Friday, April 16, 2010 and receive a $50 early registration discount.
High school parents and high school juniors and seniors are invited to a free college planning seminar titled, “How to Choose the Best College for Your Student and Your Pocketbook.” You will learn how many families have found ways for their children to attend the best colleges without wiping out their wealth. The speaker is Jeffrey Morrison, Principal of Campus Pathway, a college consultancy focused on helping families find, select, and afford the best college education possible for their children. The seminar is being held at the Almaden Community Center on Thursday, March 25, 2010 from 7-9pm. A reservation is required. You can register online.
Cornerstone Preschool & Kindergarten, a ministry of South Hills Community Church, is holding open registration. The curriculum is for kids ages 3-5 years of age, and is focused on intellectual growth, motor skills development, academic preparation, social interaction, and development of a healthy self concept. Registration is Friday, February 19, 2010 starting at 8am. More: http://bit.ly/ct2KkC.
Pioneer High School Education Foundation Annual e-Waste Collection. Discard your old computers, TVs, monitors, printers, cell phones, and other electronics. Proceeds benefit Pioneer High School’s academic and technology programs. Companies with large quantities of e-waste can have them picked up by contacting 1st Choice Recycling at support@1stchoicerecycling.com or 877-715-5515. The event is at the Pioneer High School student parking lot, February 27 and 28, 2010 from 9am to 4pm. More: http://bit.ly/bAfNcb.
Decade of Dreams Annual Auction Gala. Annual fundraiser benefiting Holy Spirit School in Almaden Valley. Fun-filled event, including live auction, silent auction, dinner, DJ, and dancing. At Villa Ragusa in Campbell. Saturday, 3/13/2010, 6pm. More: http://bit.ly/apCy5k.
Image by Johannes Rössel
Holy Spirit School Pre-K & Kindergarten Information Night. Thursday, 2/4/2010, 6-7pm. Campus Tours. Wednesday, 2/3/2010, 8:30-11:30am. More: http://bit.ly/75c9NQ.
