Age Range: 7 to 13 years only
Hurry, High-demand classes fill up quickly!
Half Day Choices of AM Program: 9:45 am - noon
Every student enrolls for two (2) courses, only one of which may be ACTIVE. You may choose two Academic courses, or one (1) Test-Prep Course as follows:
• 1 Test-Prep Class (CIK), (2 hours) or
• 2 Academic Classes, (1 hour each) or
• 1 Academic Class (1 hour) and 1 Active Class (1 hour)
Note: No class transfers after the second class session.
Full-Day Program (Sat. only): 9:45 am - 3:15 pm
In order to accommodate parents, we have lengthened the College For Kids day, which gives the children 2 more sessions and includes a nutritious lunch. Each student enrolls for 4 courses, only two of which may be ACTIVE. You may choose 4 classroom Academic courses. Active courses may not be taken consecutively. For the afternoon, students may only choose a course marked with AM & PM.
You may choose:
• 1 Test Class (CIK) and 2 Academic Classes or
• 1 Test-Prep Class, 1 Academic Class & 1 Active Class
• 4 Academic Classes (1 hour each)
• 2 Academic Classes and 2 Active Classes
Course Times:
Morning: 9:45 - 10:45 am and 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Afternoon: 1:00 - 2:00 pm and 2:15 - 3:15 pm. (Full Day Only) Includes lunch from 12:15 - 12:45 pm
Please indicate choices for the first, second, third and fourth hours on the registration form.
Note: Students cannot enroll in the PM program only.
Course Fees - Morning Only (Sat. and/or Sun.):
• $65 for two classes (or one test-prep course), plus a $20
non-refundable registration fee and materials fees where indicated.
Course Fees - Full-Day Saturday Only (AM and PM):
• $175 for four classes (includes lunch), plus a $20 non-refundable registration fee and materials fees where indicated.
Note: Active courss may not be taken consecutively.
Note to Parents:
• An emergency medical consent form is required for every child
attending the program.
• No class transfers permitted after the second class session.
• Students cannot enroll in the PM program only.
• Classes are small and the exciting curriculum is taught by instructors
who truly enjoy being part of this special program, resulting in
educational enrichment for your child.
• Experienced, caring instructors and staff provide adult
supervision on Kingsborough's beautiful and secure campus.
Children change classes like real college students. Parents may escort
children to and from classes but are not allowed to remain in the
buildings.
• Parents themselves may enroll in a Saturday or Sunday morning
course. Many courses start 10 minutes after, and end 5-10 minutes
before College For Kids classes so that parents can attend class,
drop off and pick up their children.
• IPODS, MP3 players, PSPs, Gam Boys, YuGiOh cards or other such
games and/or gadgets left unattended during classes are the
responsibility of the owner. KCC will NOT be liable for the loss
or theft of any such items.
• Parents are encouraged to show first-time students how to get to
their classrooms the first day, since children are not escorted
individually. College Assistants, identifiable by badges, are on
hand to direct students. Children attending the full-day program
are escorted to and from lunch
Sunday Classes begin October 5th and end November 23rd
Please read descriptions for grade restrictions.
Saturdays and Sundays
Note: These are 2-hour classes (9:45 am - 12:00 noon) that includes a short break. Please bring pencil and paper to every class.
CIK 01 Back to Basics: Grades 3-5 NEW! AM ONLY
Receive instruction to improve reading comprehension and basic reading skills.
Recommended for 3rd through 5th Grade students.
CIK09 – ACCELERATED Social Studies Exam Prep – NEW
All material will be completed for the exam by the date of the actual NYS exam; the last 2 weeks will concentrate on current events and topical issues in the news.
Language Arts Prep
CIK 21 ELA Exam Prep 3rd Grade Sat. AM only
CIK 22 ELA exam prep 4th grade Sat. AM only
CIK 23 ELA exam prep 5th grade Sat. AM only
Math Exam Prep:Grades 3-5
Excellent preparation for the New York State Math Exam.
CIK 26 Math Exam Prep:Grades 3 PM Sat Only
CIK 27 Math Exam Prep:Grades 4 PM Sat Only
CIK 28 Math Exam Prep:Grades 5 PM Sat Only
CIK 77 Cooking AM Saturdays Only
Learn how to make healthy, fun and easy meals. Learn how to make favorites like pizza, ice cream, ravioli, and macaroni and cheese from scratch, and design your own menu for a special family meal.
This course runs for two hours and is available only with the full-day program.
Designed for children 10-13 years old.
Materials Fee: $10
CFK 01 Improve Your Reading Skills AM Saturdays Only
Learn how to enjoy reading. Individual and small group instruction designed to improve reading comprehension and basic reading skills.
CFK 08 Go Green NEW! PM Sat Only
Learn to minimize your carbon footprint using the principles of reduce, reuse and recycle.
CFK 10 Getting Better Grades AM Saturdays Only
Develop good study habits and test-taking skills.
Recommended for students 10 - 13 years of age.
CFK 11 Fun With Numbers AM Saturdays Only
Math is presented in a fun, non-threatening fashion to increase comfort levels and understanding in the subject.
Recommended for children 7 - 9 years of age.
CFK 12 Fun With BIGGER Numbers AM Saturdays Only
Topics include: addition; subtraction; multiplication and division; elapsed time; line and pie graphs; probability and exponents, to improve and build upon number sense.
Recommended for children 10 - 13 years of age.
CFK 13 How to Write a Book Report AM & PM Sat Only
Learn to explain the theme, setting, plot and characters in an organized and coherent fashion.
CFK 15 Chess: Beginner AM & PM Saturdays Only
Brooklyn has produced some of the world’s greatest high school and college chess teams. Get an early jump on the fun and excitement of chess, and learn the basic strategies of the game.
CFK 16 Chess:Intermediate PM Saturdays Only
Open to students who have completed the Beginner’s class or have previous chess experience and want to improve their skills.
CFK 19 French: Introduction AM Saturdays Only
Learn practical communication skills in this Romance language and play “Simon Sez” in French!
CFK 20 Spanish: Introduction AM Saturdays Only
This introductory Spanish class aims to develop your listening and speaking skills for the language. You will be introduced to basic Spanish grammar and pronunciation.
Experience life as a mad scientist. Work with bubbling potions, learn the art of slime-making, or create your own air freshener. Bring out your Jekyll in hyding!
Materials Fee:$10
CFK 32 Guitar:Beginner AM Saturdays Only
Learn basic chord patterns, picking techniques, and how to tune your guitar. Bring a tuned acoustic guitar in good condition, four picks, and an extra set of strings to class.
CFK 34 Marine Monsters AM Saturdays Only
Learn about fish, coral reefs and marine habitats through multi-media exposure and hands-on activities. Visit the KCC aquarium!
CFK 39 Fun with Magic AM Saturdays & Sundays Only
Entertain your family and friends with card tricks, disappearing coins, balloons, and wiggling ropes. Be the life of the party and learn the secrets of the masters.
Materials Fee:$10
CFK 40 Computer Keyboarding and Internet Research AM Saturdays & Sundays Only
Learn Internet research techniques and how to retrieve information. Increase your keyboard speed and performance.
Course limited to ages 10-13
CFK 41 Broadway - Here I Come! AM Saturdays Only
This introductory acting class will stress poise, script writing and reading, stage direction, and vocal delivery. Be a star!
CFK 43 Sewing for Beginners AM Saturdays Only
Learn the fundamentals of sewing, jazz up your wardrobe or make a cell phone holder or photo frame!
Designed for children 10-13 years old.
Materials Fee:$10
CFK 47 Watercolor for Kids PM Saturdays Only
Students are introduced to the brush and ink and wash technique of this unique medium. Paint landscapes and use your imagination.
Materials Fee:$10
CFK 48 Piano: Beginner Available all times
Learn to play songs on the keyboard in this fun introductory piano class.
CFK 55 Be An Artist AM & PM Saturdays Only
Use pen and ink, pencil, charcoal, and other media and apply principles of composition, form, light, shade, value and perspective to your work. A list of suggested materials will be distributed. Please bring an 11” X 14” pad to your first class.
Materials Fee:$10
CFK 57 Graphic Design NEW! AM Saturdays Only
Learn the basic principles of design and construction to create greeting cards, flyers, comic strips, logo designs and report covers. Great for graphic art projects or just plain fun!
Class limited to 10 – 13 year olds.
Materials required for each class: One 9” by 12” drawing pad, pencils, eraser, and color crayons/pencils.
CFK 62 Master Crafter AM Saturdays Only
Create unique seasonal crafts, birthday gifts, and keepsakes for mom and dad. Repeaters welcomed; new crafts all the time!
Materials Fee:$10
CFK 63 Scrapbooking NEW! AM Saturdays Only
Use photos and other memorabilia along with crafting materials to create presonalized scrapbooks.
Materials Fee: $10
CFK 64 Game Show Marathon AM Saturdays Only
Be a contestant on a simulated TV game show! Learn the secret “Password”, spin the “Wheel of Fortune,” test your luck playing “Deal or No Deal,” “Whammy” and “Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?” You’ll even get the chance to create your own TV show!
CFK 71 Lego Architects AM & PM Saturdays Only
Let your imagination guide you as you build planes, cars, boats, buildings, or create your own animal or monster.
Materials Fee: $10
CFK 75 Powerpoint for Kids PM Saturdays Only
Use PowerPoint for sharing information in a dynamic slide show format for presentations and entertainment. Text, charts, sound effects and video are elements that can be used in your presentations and reports.
Active Courses
CFK 84 All That Jazz AM Saturdays Only
Learn the latest dance moves you see on MTV, including hip-hop, funk, jazz and more.
Non-slip socks required.
CFK 89 Self-Defense AM Saturdays Only
Develop and practice the skills and discipline useful for self-defense. Wear loose comfortable clothing as this is a contact sport.
Non-slip socks required.
CFK 90 Swimming Available all times
Learn the principles of swimming and basic water safety. Beginners gain confidence in the water. For those with some swimming ability, the emphasis is on kicking, stroking and breathing.
Bring towel, swimsuit and a combination lock.
There is a minimum height requirement of 52" to enroll in Swimming. You will be measured!
CFK 92 Fit Kids! NEW! PM Saturdays Only
This class is a fun way to help you develop a stronger and healthier body. The class begins with a basic calisthenics warm up, followed by jumping rope and a sports activity. All the activities are designed to enhance fitness levels!
CFK 94 Soccer - Indoor AM Saturdays & Sundays Only
Learn the basic skills, rules and tactics of soccer. Begin each class with simple warm-ups and stretching exercises. Practice kicking, trapping, passing the ball, dribbling and shooting. You must wear sneakers. There will be a game that ends each class.
CFK 96 Basketball AM & PM Saturdays Only
Don’t sit on the bench! Learn the basic strategies and regulations of basketball, including various offensive maneuvers and defensive strategies. Learn to dribble and jump-shoot like a pro!
CFK 97 Tennis Available all times
We provide instruction to help you develop the skills to compete successfully at the ever-popular game of tennis.
Materials Required:One sealed can of 3 tennis balls and an appropriately sized racquet.
RTP 15 $100
Dance Audition Prep $100
Brighton Ballet Theatre offers the expertise of professional dance specialists to assist your child in choreographing dances, practicing, and polishing routines for any type of dance auditions, such as Broadway, commercial try-outs, and performance-oriented specialty schools requiring a dance talent component for admission.
Sat 3:15 – 5:15 pm
Oct 4 - Nov 22