Mad Science 2010 Summer Camps in Almaden Valley

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Mad ScienceMad 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:

  • Wacky Robots & Widgets (ages 7-12): June 21-25, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • NASA: Journey Into Outer Space (ages 5-7): July 6-9, 2010, 9am-12pm
  • Jet Cadets (ages 5-7): July 12-16, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • Spy Academy (ages 5-7): July 19-23, 2010, 9am-3pm
  • “Fizz”cal Phenomena & Che-Mystery (ages 5-7): August 2-6, 2010, 9am-3pm

Learn more and register now.

Retirement Investment Strategies Workshop in Almaden Valley

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Delbar JahanianLearn 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 After School Programs in Almaden Valley

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Mad ScienceMad 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.

Read more about the programs and register online.

Almaden Country School Open House – March 27, 2010

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Almaden Country SchoolAlmaden 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 at Almaden Country School

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Camp GalileoCamp 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:

  • Adventures in Flight & Egyptian Art
  • Amusement Park Engineers & Medieval Art
  • Mission to the Moon & Psychedelic ’60s
  • Ocean Expeditions

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…

9th Annual Math Enrichment Summer Program at Leland High School

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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.

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College Planning Seminar in Almaden Valley

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Campus PathwayHigh 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 Open Registration

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CornerstoneCornerstone 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 e-Waste Collection Event

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e-WastePioneer 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

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Decade of DreamsDecade 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.