in math, science, reading and more. Monday- Friday, 12:30-6 p. m. Plus a teen Leadership Academy.( 562) 493-4043. 10909 Oak St., Los Alamitos. www. theyouthcenter. org
Mission Viejo Recreation- Literacy Class, Middle School Math Homework Lab( grades 7-12), Homework Assistance Lab, and college prep workshops for teens.( 949) 470-3000. www. cityofmissionviejo. org
Newport Beach Recreation- Chess( 5-13), Strategic Magic Public Speaking( 6-13), Lego Engineering( 8-13), Stars Wars Lego and Story Time( 6-13), Robot Building( 5-12), Spanish( 6-12), Chinese( 6-12), and Farsi( 5-11).( 949) 644-3151. www. newportbeachca. gov / recreation
• North Orange County Community Colleges( NOCCCD) Anaheim, Cypress and Fullerton- Reading: Tutorial: Reading and Writing Review( grades 1-2), Basic Reading Skills( ages 4-5), Creative Writing( grades 1-2 and 3-6), Common Core Reading and Writing Prep( grades 3-4 and 5-6), Common Core Reading Comprehension Skills( grades 1-2), and Reading and Comprehension( grades 3-4); $ 55-65. Math: Pre- Algebra( grades 6 +), Tutorial: Algebra( grades 7 +), Tutorial: Discrete Mathematics I-Logic and Sets( grades 8 +), Math Common Core( grades 1-6), Pre-Algebra Concepts( grades 6 +), Algebra( grades 7 +), PSAT / NMSQT Math Test Prep and SAT / ACT Prep-Math; $ 55-150. Public Speaking for Children( 8-12), $ 55. Common Core: Preparation for Computer Keyboarding( grades 2-3 and 4-6), $ 65.( 714) 808-4909. www. sce. edu / kids. See ad on page 19.
Orange Coast College- Natural As( 10-17), Study Skills( 9-15), and Math Trix( 9-15).( 714) 432-5154. www. orangecoastcollege. augusoft. net
Orange Community Services- Reading Solutions( 5- 12), Math Development( 5-12), and Tutoring Unlimited( 5-18).( 714) 895-2860. www. westminster-ca. gov
Tustin Community Services- Abacus Class( 5-12).( 714) 573-3326. www. tustinca. org
Westminster Community Services and Recreation- Mental Math and Problem Solving( 5-7).( 714) 895- 2860. www. westminster-ca. gov
YMCAs- Youth and Government( 10-12) and / or Model United Nations( grades 6-9) are offered at some YMCA branches. See Appendix for contact information.
• Sylvan Learning Centers Downey( 562) 622-9210 Huntington Beach( 714) 848-6072 Laguna Niguel( 949) 349-1835 Long Beach( 562) 429-8320 www. sylvanlearning. com At Sylvan, results matter! Sylvan students typically see up to two to three times more growth in their math and reading scores than if they hadn’ t come to Sylvan. With Sylvan, you’ ll get a personalized tutoring program tailored to the needs of your child. Their proven approach blends amazing credentialed teachers with Sylvan Sync technology on the iPad. Programs are designed to fit your family’ s busy schedule and budget. Call today for more details! See ads on page 5 and 17.
• The Tutoring Center 4215 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach( 562) 653-4380 www. tutoringcenter. com Are you happy with your child’ s grades? Call The
Tutoring Center today to schedule your Free Diagnostic Assessment. The Tutoring Center uses a unique system known as“ The Rotational Approach to Learning.” Your child will receive intense one-to-one instruction in reading, math( all levels) and / or writing to rapidly increase academic skills while also improving concentration, focus and attention span. See ad on page 17.
enrichment
ETIQUETTE
Manners and social dance classes.
• Burgess Cotillion Golden Sails Hotel, 6285 E. PCH, Long Beach( 323) 874-7393 www. bobbyburgesscotillion. com With Burgess Cotillion, manners and etiquette are emphasized throughout their program. Students( grades 3-12) are taught how to: introduce themselves, go through a reception line, ask a lady to dance, and sit properly. A demonstration on table manners is also provided. They cover telephone, cell phone and computer manners. Kids are encouraged to make new friends while the program emphasizes fun in a structured environment. Also see Dance under Arts.
enrichment
STEM
Science, technology, engineering and math classes, camps and related destinations. Also see Academics and Tutoring in this section, and Camps. For STEM-related attractions( including aquariums), museums and zoos, see Outings.
• Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach( 562) 590-3100 www. aquariumofthepacific. org The Aquarium offers numerous year-round programs: Aqua Tots( ages 2-3, with parent), $ 49; Saturday Family Fun( ages 4-6, with parent), $ 49; Junior Biologist( ages 10-12), Weeklong: $ 300; Job Shadow( ages 13-17), $ 39; Seals and Sea Lions, Sea Otter / Penguin Encounter( ages 10 +), and Shark Encounter( ages 13 +)—$ 109 per person. Whale watching and family sleepovers are also offered. Hour-long, behind-the-scenes tours( ages 7 +) offer a look at running a world-class aquarium, $ 19( plus admission). Pre-registration is required for all programs. School groups are eligible for discounts on field trips, and handson, educator-led programs are available for pre-K through 12th grade. Member discounts are offered. See Attractions under Outings for more information. See ad with discount coupon for a free child’ s admission on page 29.
16 • fall / winter 2016 / 17 • kidsguidemagazine. com Enrichment: Tutoring & Academics • Etiquette • STEM