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COLLEGE FOR KIDS |
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Registration: Daytime, Evening, Saturday and Sunday mornings
in-person registration at regularly scheduled dates and times.
Hurry, High-demand classes fill up quickly!
*Six year-olds are enrolled in a special CFK program.
Half Day Choices of AM Program: 9:45am-Noon
Every student enrolls for two (2) courses, only one of which
may be ACTIVE.
You may choose:
• 2 Academic Classes, (1 hour each) or
• 1 Academic Class (1 hour) and 1 Active Class (1 hour)
Full-Day Program (Sat. only): 9:45am-3:15pm
The Full-day College For Kids program 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 a PM.
Note: Students cannot enroll in the afternoon program only.
You may choose:
• 4 Academic Classes (1 hour each) or
• 2 Academic Classes and 2 Active Classes
Course Days & Times:
Saturday and/or Sunday Morning: 9:45-10:45 am and 11am-
12noon.
Saturday Afternoon:1-2pm and 2:15-3:15 pm.
Lunch from 12:15-
12:45pm.
(Afternoon courses available for full-day students only)
Please indicate choices for the first, second, third and fourth
hours on the registration form.
Note: No class transfers after the second class session.
Start & End Dates:
Saturday Classes begin Jan 30th and end Mar 20th.
Sunday Classes begin Jan 31st and end Mar 21.
Course Fees - Morning Only (Sat and/or Sun):
• $65 for two classes 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 nonrefundable
registration fee and materials fees where indicated.
Note to Parents:
• Classes are generally small and the exciting curriculum is
taught by instructors who truly enjoy being a part of this
special program, resulting in the educational enrichment of
your child(ren).
• Experienced, caring instructors and staff provide adult
supervision on Kingsborough's beautiful and secure campus.
• An emergency medical consent form is required for every
child. This form must be turned into the office on the first day.
• Children change classes like real college students.
Parents can only escort children to and from classes and are
not allowed to remain in the buildings.
• Parents are encouraged to show first-time students how to
get to their classrooms the first day, since children are not ecorted individually. College Assistants, identifiable by badges,
are on hand to direct students. Children attending a full-day
program are escorted to and from lunch in groups.
• 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.
• In order to drive on campus, parents must purchase a
parking permit for $22. Permits are available on a first-come,
first-served basis. If you do not have a parking permit,
please arrange for your child(ren) to meet you at a predesignated
location.
• Ipods, MP3 players, PSPs, Game 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.
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Life, Inc. |
CIK 10 Life is a Game! (T) Sat AM
Life is full of surprises! Explore your future with fun and
games! Design your life with the popular book LIFE, INC: The
Ultimate Career Guide for Young People by Neale S. Godfrey.
Designed for children 9-13 years old.
9:45am-12noon
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Two-Hour Courses
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Please read descriptions for grade restrictions.
Note: These are 2-hour classes (9:45am-12:00noon) that
include a short break. Please bring pencil and paper to
every class.
CIK 01 Back to Basics:
Grades 3-5 Sat AM & PM and Sun AM
Review the fundamentals in reading and math. Work at your
own pace to understand these important concepts.
CIK 02 Beginning Composition:
Grades 4-8 SatSun AM
Learn the different types of composition and essays. You will
learn to create thesis statements and the stages of the writing process. Excellent preparation for students who have problems
putting their ideas into writing.
CIK 05 Science Prep: Grade 4 SatSun AM
You will explore the exciting world of science, while preparing
for the 4th grade science test. Children learn measurement, changes in physics and chemistry, the interdependency of
plant and animal life, the earth, and more.
Book Fee: $15
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Language Arts Exam Prep: Grade 3-7 SatSun AM
We will provide you with plenty of writing exercises to reduce
anxiety and test jitters. Exam dates: April 26th April
28th.
CIK 21 Language Arts Exam Prep: Grade 3
CIK 22 Language Arts Exam Prep: Grade 4
CIK 23 Language Arts Exam Prep: Grade 5
CIK 24 Language Arts Exam Prep: Grade 6
CIK 25 Language Arts Exam Prep: Grade 7
Book Fee: $15
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Math Exam Prep: Grade 3-7 SatSun AM
We will explain math problems and provide you with plenty of
practice exercises. Exam dates: May 5th May
7th (3rd 5th grade), and May 6 May
14th (6th 7th
grade).
CIK 26 Math Exam Prep: Grade 3
CIK 27 Math Exam Prep: Grade 4
CIK 28 Math Exam Prep: Grade 5
CIK 29 Math Exam Prep: Grade 6
CIK 30 Math Exam Prep: Grade 7
Book Fee: $15
CIK 77 Healthy Cooking Sat AM
Learn how to make healthy, fun and easy meals. Design your own menu for a special family meal.
Designed for children 10-13 years old.
Materials Fee: $20
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Academic Courses
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CFK 01 Improve your Reading Skills Sat AM
Learn how to enjoy reading. Individual and small group
instruction designed to improve reading comprehension and
basic reading skills.
CFK 08 Environmental Explorers NEW! Sat AM
Be an explorer for your earth. Learn what you can do to save
your planet through experiments and interactive play.
CFK 10 Getting Better Grades Sat AM
Develop good study habits and testtaking
skills.
Recommended for students 10-13 years of age.
CFK 11 Fun with Numbers Sat AM
Math is presented in a fun, nonthreatening
fashion to
increase comfort levels and understanding in the subject.
Recommended for children 7-9 years of age.
CFK 12 Fun with BIGGER Numbers Sat AM
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 Sat AM
Learn to explain the theme, setting, plot and characters in an
organized and coherent fashion.
CFK 15 Chess: Beginner Sat AM
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.
CFK 16 Chess: Intermediate Sat PM
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 Sat PM
This beginner French class aims to develop listening and
speaking skills in your children. They will learn basic grammar, vocabulary and practical communication skills.
CFK 20 Conversational Spanish Sat PM
This Spanish class aims to develop listening and speaking skills
in your children. They will learn basic grammar, vocabulary and
practical communication skills.
CFK 23 Jewelry Making NEW! Sat AM & PM
Create your own style! Make beautiful jewelry that you can
wear.
Materials Fee: $10
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CFK 25 Forensic Fun Sat AM
An elementary introduction to detective science involving
riddles, crime-solving, case-breaking and crook-catching
activities. Learn to take and analyze fingerprints, detect
counterfeit money and more.
CFK 28 Space Explorers NEW! Sat AM & PM
Is time travel possible? Have you thought of life on another
planet? You will explore different galaxies while learning about
the universe. Come learn where science fiction and fun meet.
CFK 31 Mad Scientist Sat AM & PM and Sun AM
Experience life as a mad scientist. Work with bubbling potions,
learn the art of slime-making, or create your own air freshener.
Materials Fee: $10
CFK 32 Guitar: Beginner Sat AM & PM
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 Sat AM
If you like learning about fish, coral reefs and the deep sea, this
class is for you. Visit KCC’s very own aquarium as you learn about the beauty and mystery that lies beneath the sea.
CFK 39 Fun with Magic SatSun AM
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 41 Broadway - Here I Come! Sat AM & PM
This introductory acting class will stress poise, script writing
and reading, stage direction, and vocal delivery. Be a star!
CFK 48 Piano: Beginner Sat AM & PM and Sun AM
Learn to play songs on the keyboard in this fun introductory
piano class. New songs everytime!
CFK 55 Be An Artist Sat AM
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 64 Game Show Marathon Sat AM
You watch them on TV, now here’s your chance to be a
contestant on a simulated TV game show! Sharpen your
vocabulary skills and knowledge while having fun!
Students will have an opportunity to appear on BCAT TV
CFK 65 TV Studio Sat PM
Here’s your chance to create your own TV shows and TV
commercials! Learn how to write scripts for commercials and
how to edit and add titles to your video!
CFK 71 Lego Architects Sat AM & PM
Let your imagination guide you as you build planes, cars,
boats, buildings, or create your own animal or monster.
Materials Fee: $10
CFK 73 Sticks, Bricks and Simple
Machines NEW! Sat PM
Learn about physical science and engineering in a fun and
simple way. Students will learn about simple forces and how
they relate to the everyday world around them; geometry,
mathematics, simple machines, teamwork, and the use of
limited resources will be explored.
Recommended for children 10-13 years of age.
Materials Fee: $10
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Active Courses
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CFK 80 Tae Kwon Do Karate Sat AM
Become skilled in self-control, physical coordination and
conditioning while learning forms, sparring and self defense.
This course is for all skill levels, even advanced belt levels are
possible in Tae Kwon Do. Wear loose clothing.
CFK 84 Think You Can Dance? Sat AM
Put your dancing shoes on and join us in learning fun dances
and trendy dance moves including: popping, hip-hop, step,salsa, swing and even the Cotton Eyed Joe!
Non-slip socks required.
CFK 86 Handy Handball NEW! Sat PM
Develop the basic skills necessary to play the game of handball.
Technical skills include the serve, overhand stroke, sidearm stroke, ceiling shot, and passing shots. Instruction will include
an emphasis on the fundamental strategies and rules used in both singles and doubles play.
CFK 90 Swimming Sat AM & PM and Sun AM
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! Sat PM
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 Indoor Soccer SatSun AM
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 Sat AM & PM
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 Sat AM & PM and Sun AM
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.
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Dance Audition Preparation |
Dance Audition Prep
Brighton Ballet Theatre offers the expertise of professional
dance specialists to assist your child in choreographing dance, practicing, and polishing routines for any type of dance
audition, such as Broadway, commercial try-outs and
performance-oriented specialty schools requiring a dance
talent component for admission.
Contact Brighton Ballet @ 718 769-9161 for more
information
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