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Department of Continuing Education
Youth Programming

Beginning Piano and Violin for Young People: Tempo
Learn correct keyboard and string techniques, reading music and improvisation in this beginning piano and violin course. Students will be divided into groups and actual class sessions will last 1 1/2 hours. Parents are required to attend class with their children.
To register and for more information, call (708) 383-1306.
MUS C03 01 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Aug. 30-Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Room J-209 $176

Tempo
Introduce your child to the joy and excitement of music. Beginners, ages 4-7, will learn rhythm and introductory piano while continuing students, ages 8-9, add the dimension of harmony. Parents attend classes with their children to learn techniques for practice at home.
To register and for more information, call (708) 383-1306.
MUS C04 01 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Aug. 30-Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.,
Room J-209 $140

Kid’s Painting: The Artist’s Workshop!
Whether you’re just a beginner or a budding Van Gogh, capture the colors of the outdoors through the brilliance of paints. Starting with the basics of color mixing, you’ll learn the principles of form, structure and composition, as well as brush and other tool techniques. Then you’ll take to the “canvas” and create your very own work of art. By learning how to match different techniques and materials with different color combinations, you’ll be able to create paintings that look more professional. Whether you like painting mountain scenes or the street you live on, learn to turn your visions into art. One thing’s for sure, it will be your very own one-of-a-kind work of art! Bravo! Instructor will ask you to bring some materials from home.
(Recommended for children ages 8-11.)
KDS C08 01 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Oct. 18-Nov. 15, 9-11:45 a.m.,
Room J-206 $74/74/74 (Includes $15 lab fee)

Bowling With Clay—Ceramics I for Kids
Move over mudpies. Put away the Playdough. Now you can create objects using techniques passed on from ancient civilizations. Practice different ways to mold clay from simply using your thumb, to stacking coils. You also will learn about different kinds of clays, decorative glazing techniques and firing or baking your creations. Learn to give shape, form and design to a “hunk” of clay with your very own hands! Instructor will ask you to bring some materials from home.
(Recommended for children ages 8-12.) KDS C07 01 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Aug. 30-Sept. 27, 9-11:45 a.m.,
Room J-104 $74/

¡Bienvenido! Beginning Spanish
Converse in Spanish! Learn everyday expressions and phrases. Learn to write simple sentences. Learn about the country and its culture and customs. The course will cover vocabulary, pronunciation, writing, common phrases and speaking.
(Recommended for children ages 8-12.)
KDS C80 01 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m..
Room E-218 $69

Beginning Mandarin Chinese for Children and Parents
Children and their parents can learn the basics of Chinese language and culture together in this educational and enlightening course. Children will enjoy learning through a combination of practice, games, movies, exercises, and crafts such as Chinese paper folding. As our world becomes smaller, with China taking a significant place in business and economy, parents will not only enjoy learning with their children, but will also gain a highly marketable skill in their careers. Students will also be introduced to writing Chinese characters. Registration is for one child and one adult.
A nominal fee will be charged for additional children/adults. (Recommended for children ages 5-12).
Call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3500 for details.
CHI C02 35 Oak Park and River Forest
Meets Wednesdays, Sept. 10-Nov. 12, 6:30-7:50 p.m.,
Room 105 2000 Fifth Ave. • River Grove, IL 60171

Writing in Chinese for Children and Parents
You can learn to write and interpret Chinese characters. In its use of symbols, as opposed to the Western alphabet style, Chinese writing remains a beautiful and meaningful calligraphic art form. You will learn how Chinese characters are composed of simple single strokes to create both the simple and complex symbols. Registration is for one child and one adult.
A nominal fee will be charged for additional children/adults. (Recommended for children ages 5-12.)
Call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3500, for details.
CHI C03 35 Oak Park and River Forest
Meets Wednesdays, Nov. 19-Dec. 10, 6:30-8:20 p.m., Room 105

Reading Help
Turn off the video games, television and music and pump up your child’s reading and comprehension skills. This course will encourage your child to enjoy reading and comprehending vocabulary put in front of him/her. Reading will be transformed from being a task to a discovery process.
KDS C56 01 Triton College (Grades 1 and 2)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 9-10:20 a.m.,
Room E-304 $74

KDS C56 02 Triton College (Grades 3 and 4)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 9-10:20 a.m.,
Room E-305 $74

KDS C56 03 Triton College (Grades 5 and 6)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 9-10:20 a.m.,
Room E-316 $74

Math Camp I
Add some additional emphasis to your math basics in this course that assists the elementary school student with basic math skills. Your child will strengthen his/her ability to analyze and work with numbers through a series of lectures, discussions, projects, oral presentations and assessment.

KDS C55 01 Triton College (Grades 1 and 2)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m.,
Room E-316 $74

KDS C55 02 Triton College (Grades 3 and 4)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m.,
Room E-305 $74

KDS C55 03 Triton College (Grades 5 and 6)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m.,
Room E-316 $74

Karate Club and Safety Time
This exciting program is designed specifically for children. This class teaches martial arts, public safety, awareness and respect. It also builds self-esteem and confidence with a strong emphasis on family involvement. Most of all it is safe and fun! Students may be required to purchase uniforms.
(Recommended for children ages 4-16.)
KOF C10 02 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.,
Room RC-104B $47

Swim Instruction for Children
This course, taught by qualified instructors, is open to any youngster who can stand in three feet of water. Classes are divided into groups according to ability.
PARENT OR GUARDIAN MUST ATTEND FIRST SWIM SESSION.

PED C64 01 Triton College (Ages 8 to 13)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 9-9:50 a.m.,
Pool $62

PED C64 02 Triton College (Ages 5 to 7)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 10-10:50 a.m.,
Pool $62/

PED C64 03 Triton College (Ages 8 to 13)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 11-11:50 a.m.,
Pool $62

PED C64 04 Triton College (Ages 5 to 7)
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, Noon-12:50 p.m.,
Pool $62

PED C64 42 East Leyden (Ages 8 to 13)
Meets Tuesdays, Sept. 2-Nov. 11, 7:30-8:20 p.m.,
Pool $62

Children’s Competitive Swim Instruction
Are you interested in the Northern Illinois Swim Conference and U.S. Swimming? Join the Triton Competitive Swim Team. You’ll learn competitive strokes and compete in eight meets over the 18- week season-September to March. You should be able to swim one lap (25 yards) without stopping and must register prior to the first class meeting. Join the team for 5-11 year olds or 12-17 year olds.

PED C70 01 Triton College (Ages 5 to 11)
Meets Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, Aug. 26-Dec. 18, 6-7 p.m,
Pool $148

PED C70 02 Triton College (Ages 12 to 17)
Meets Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, Aug. 26-Dec. 18, 7-8 p.m,
Pool $148

Parent/Tot Swim
Give your preschool child the opportunity to become adjusted to the water, attain skills and learn to socialize with other children. You’ll accompany your child into the water and learn techniques used to teach your child to swim. EACH CHILD MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT AND OUT OF DIAPERS.

PED C05 01 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Sept. 6-Nov. 8, 1-1:50 p.m.,
Pool $62

PED C05 40 East Leyden
Meets Tuesdays, Sept. 2-Nov. 11, 6:30-7:20 p.m.,
Pool $62

Children’s Beginning Golf (Ages 6-12)
This class introduces the fundamentals of golf in a safe and fun way! Some equipment is provided and individual equipment is ENCOURAGED. The pace and subjects of the class are also responsive to parental input and participation! Experienced golfer, Dan Hawryluk, has coached youth athletics since 1984.

REC C72 01 Triton College
Meets Thursdays, Sept. 4-Oct. 9, 6:15-7:15 p.m.,
Room R-104A $35

REC C72 02 Triton College
Meets Thursdays, Sept. 4-Oct. 9, 7:15-8:15 p.m.,
Room R-104A $35/35/35 REC C72 03 Triton College Meets Thursdays, Oct. 23-Dec. 4, 6:15-7:15 p.m., Room R-104A $35

REC C72 04 Triton College
Meets Thursdays, Oct. 23-Dec. 4, 7:15-8:15 p.m.,
Room R-104A $35

Storytelling for Children
Storytelling can help improve academic performance by teaching students how to actively present and focus their listening and reacting, enhancing the vital skills of communication. Students who learn how to tell stories well can transfer that skill to becoming good writers, good public speakers, enthusiastic readers, and more confident individuals. This course will teach students the power of the spoken word, the importance of listening, and the development of memory and vocabulary.
(Recommended for children ages 8-12.)

ENG C41 01 Triton College
Meets Saturdays, Nov. 1-Dec. 13, 1-2:50 p.m.,
Room R-309 $55

Fashion Design I
This course incorporates skills and techniques developed in Fashion Illustration I into subject-specific assignments targeted to address each student’s area of interest. Students design a collection in an area of their choice that demonstrates the mastery of both technical and aesthetic skills. Projects will include production of technical flat drawings of garments, and textile pattern design and application. Students examine fashion design within the context of fine art forms and practical commercial design. Mass market, haute couture (high fashion) and lifestyle accessory design, as well as social, historic and aesthetic influences on fashion design are studied.
(Recommended for students, ages 14-18.)
Prerequisite: MKT E02, Fashion Illustration or comparable background.

MKT E03 01 Triton College
Meets Thursdays, Aug. 28-Oct. 2. 6-8:20 p.m.,
Room J-101 $125

To register, call 708-456-0300 ext 3130

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