SAT Prep Seminar
(Recommended age 15 & older)
The SAT is used by most colleges to make admission decisions and is designed to measure math, verbal, and critical thinking skills. This program covers test-taking strategies to handle, the essay sentence completion, critical reading, grammar, arithmetic, algebra and geometry questions. Other topics covered include guessing strategies, process of elimination, pacing, and how to gain points by thinking like the test-makers. Participants will build confidence, reduce test anxiety, and increase their vocabulary. Materials included are the Ivy West SAT Course Book, practice homework problems, priority word list, SAT word groups, practice SATs and diagnostic score reports. This program is consistent with the recommendations for SAT preparation offered by The College Board (the organization that administers the SAT). The SAT is next scheduled on October 4and November 1 at local high schools.
Program fee $255

8 meetings
Mondays & Wednesdays, July 21 - August 20
(Does not meet 7/23 & 8/18)
9 am - 1 pm (7/21 & 8/11)
9 am - Noon (7/28 - 8/20)
Administration 210
5519.001

Presenter: Ivy West Educational Services

Memory Power & Study Skills
(Ages 9-17)
Visualize your child with tremendous learning and study skills. Imagine your child increasing his or her memory ten times, reading pages in seconds, reducing study time, and easily getting all A's in school. Kids will learn a simple and fun method which will help them accelerate learning and reduce study time. Participants will learn techniques to help them remember what they read, see, and hear; improve math, spelling and note-taking skills; and increase concentration. An optional $7 material fee for a CD is payable at the workshop.
Program fee $36

1 meeting
Saturday, July 19
9 am - Noon
Administration 138
3515.001

Presenter: The Memory School - Has been teaching at Golden West College and throughout institutions in Southern California for over 20 years.

Let's Spell It Right!
(Ages 8-14)
There are four simple steps to becoming an excellent speller. Youngsters learn to apply these steps so that they can spell any word at any time. During this workshop, fun pretests and posttests are given to show kids how they can dramatically improve their spelling skills. Being a dynamite speller will boost your child's confidence and self-esteem and lay the foundation for further success in school. Children with dyslexic problems are encouraged to attend.
Program fee $53

2 meetings
Saturdays, August 2 & 9
9 am - Noon
Administration 138
5525.001

Presenter: The Memory School - Has been teaching at Golden West College and throughout institutions in Southern California for over 20 years.

Zoo Keeper Camp
(Ages 7-11)
Transformed into Junior Zoo Keepers, campers will gain firsthand knowledge of how the zoo takes care of its many exotic animals.  Enjoy “hands-on” science labs covering animal science and wildlife conservation as well as the basic principles of animal care, training and husbandry. Activities also include crafts, games and more. On Thursday we will take a field trip to the Los Angeles Zoo. Family and friends are invited on Friday at 11:30 a.m. to the graduation ceremony at the Santa Ana Zoo. Fee includes daily round-trip, chaperoned bus transportation from the college to the zoo, t-shirt, field trip, and lab materials.  Bring sack lunch and drink each day.  Preregistration is required, and early enrollment is strongly advised as space is limited.
Program fee $189

5 meetings
Monday - Friday, July 21 - 25
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Thursday, 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Friday, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Refund deadline July 14           
8095.001

Cartooning
(Ages 8-14)
Participants will learn basic cartoon drawing and how drawing facial expressions and body language communicates the story line.  Human, animal, and object characters will be studied. All work will be done on paper with pencil and felt tip pens.  Each participant should bring typing paper, a pencil and a fine point, felt-tip pen to the first session.  Fee includes handouts.
Program fee $61

6 meetings
Monday & Wednesday, July 7 - 23
3:30 - 5 pm
Administration 214
1524.001

6 meetings
Monday & Wednesday, July 28 - August 13
3:30 - 5 pm
Administration 214
1524.002

Presenter: Patrick Gagne - Is a local free-lance illustrator and cartoonist with over ten years of experience.  He has been an art instructor for over five years and is currently an adjunct instructor at GWC.

Magic for Kids
(Ages 10-14)
Magic is fun!  Learn the basics in this three-meeting workshop.  Magic tricks in cards, coins, and rope will be demonstrated and taught.  Bring to the first meeting a new deck of Bicycle brand cards, one 50-cent coin, and $15 for materials.
Program fee $64

3 meetings
Monday, Wednesday & Friday, July 21, 23 & 25
9 am - Noon
Community Center 102
1600.001

Presenter: Frank Yee - Received a Magician's Certificate from CSU Fullerton in Performing Arts.  He teaches magic at community colleges and performs at parties and events.  He is a magician member of the Magic Castle in Hollywood.

Beginning Drums
(Ages 9-16)
Preteens through teens can learn to play the drums!  The basics of drumming and preparation for being in a band will be taught in four experiential workshops.  Included are lessons in playing rudiments, drum beats, and solos.  Last workshop is a live performance for parents and friends. Please bring to the first session a pair of drumsticks and a drum pad.
Program fee $70

4 meetings
Wednesdays, July 9 - 30
7 - 9 pm
Rec Ed 100           
1700.001

Presenter: Dian Katz - Is an award-winning drummer and has a background of over 20 years as a professional drummer.  She has a Master's degree in Counseling with emphasis in Marriage, Family, Child Counseling and experience in teaching and counseling youth.

Outlining, Grammar & Composition
(Grades 4-6)
Participants will review grammar and language skills and learn techniques to write through systematic outlining and note taking.  Topics include:  spelling review, sentence and paragraph construction, with an emphasis on spelling and using the right word or phrase.  Listening exercises, brainstorming, and troubleshooting will involve participants in the intuitive and creative process of writing.  Participants will dissect short stories to illustrate outlining benefits.  Bring a three-ring notebook, pencil, and dictionary/thesaurus to class.
Program fee $67

4 meetings
Monday - Thursday, August 4 - 7
2 - 4 pm
Administration 137
5527.001

Presenter: Phyllis Neal - Was an instructor for 20 years in Orange County and is now a private tutor.

Reading Skills Programs
(4-Year Olds through Entering 11th Graders)
Help your child develop the reading skills needed to succeed in school and build confidence.  A successful series of enrichment reading skills programs for children will be held this summer.  In these programs your son or daughter will master basic phonics skills, develop fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, study skills, and reading speed.  These programs also focus on developing the desire to read for pleasure.  There will be a $29 to $34 materials fee.

Presenter:  Institute of Reading Development - This program is taught on the Golden West College campus by the Institute of Reading Development whose professional instructors have taught classes to over 40,000 students per year for the last 38 years.

More information on Summer Reading Development Programs for Children and Adults.

To register or receive additional information, call the Institute at 1-800-978-3532. Code 98-S8-A19F

Please escort your child to the first program meeting, and remain
with him/her until the presenter announces that the program has started.