University of Southern Indiana - Extended Services: Career Development

FALL 2009

Information about Swimming Classes

AQUATICS—All aquatics courses are held in the USI Physical Activity Center (PAC) pool and are taught by the USI Aquatics Staff under the direction of Cathy Hesse.
LOCKERS—Locker space is available during class time at no charge to participants who provide their own locks. If you are interested in locker rental and towel service call the PAC Control Counter at 812/464–1945.
PLEASE NOTE—All registrants for fitness courses are reminded that it is always wise to consult a physician before beginning any exercise program.

PRESCHOOL SWIMMING (Ages 3–5)
Water safety and water adjustment are emphasized in this program, along with development of gross motor skills. Parents are invited to get in the water with their children after discussion with the chief instructor.

Dates, Times & Fees:
NO. FIT300, 8 Wednesdays, Sept. 30, - Nov. 18, 2009, (8 sessions), 4-5:30 p.m. - $36
NO. FIT301, 8 Wednesdays, Sept. 30, - Nov. 18, 2009, (8 sessions), 6:05-6:35 p.m. - $36

SWIMMING FOR BOYS AND GIRLS (Ages 6 - 12)
Children ages 6–14 will have an opportunity to develop a wide variety of aquatic skills as well as fundamental strokes and to receive American Red Cross water safety certification in one of the following areas: Water Exploration, Primary Skills, Stroke Readiness, Stroke Development, Stroke Refinement, and Skill Proficiency.

Dates & Times: 8 Wednesdays, Sept. 30 - Nov. 18, 2009
NO. FIT340, 5:10-5:55 p.m.
NO. FIT341, 6:45 - 7:30 p.m.

Fee: $45

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COLLEGE READINESS

GETTING READY FOR THE SAT—grades 9–12

Cut the SAT Reasoning Test down to size by developing strategies for test taking, identifying study priorities, and working practice questions. Hands-on experience with an interactive computer program in the afternoon will give students practice with topics covered in morning lectures. Take-home practice materials are included in the course fee. Register for ACA400 and ACA401 together for a special fee of $100.

VERBAL SKILLS FOR THE SAT NO. ACA400

Emphasis will be on vocabulary development, written English, and critical reading.

Instructors: Patricia Flake, SI Specialist & Reading Instructor, USI Dates & Date & Time: Saturday, September 26, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Education Center, Room 2112
Registration Fee: $55—includes lunch

MATH SKILLS FOR THE SAT NO. ACA401

Emphasis will be on skill development in problem solving, working mathematical equations, and the rules pertaining to calculators. Students should bring a calculator.

Instructor: Nancy Myers, Mathematics Specialist, USI
Date & Time: Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Education Center, Room 2112
Registration Fee: $55—includes lunch

COLLEGE ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM
The University of Southern Indiana’s College Achievement Program (CAP) offers concurrent credit to outstanding junior and senior students in 22 local high schools. Through CAP, students meet high school graduation requirements and earn college credits, all while in their high school classroom during the regular school day. CAP courses are taught by high school instructors who meet the same criteria as USI adjunct faculty, and more than 35 courses in English, history, biology, chemistry, economics, foreign language, health professions, journalism, and math are available. Many of the CAP courses are included in the Indiana Core Transfer Library and fulfill the new state standards for the Academic Honors Diploma. Visit the CAP web site to learn more about the college courses offered in your area high school, www.usi.edu/extserv/acadmic/cap.asp, or email cap@usi.edu for further information. The College Achievement Program is one of only 33 concurrent credit programs in the nation accredited by the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships, or NACEP.

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ART

SATURDAY ART WORKSHOP (ages 6–14)

Kids ages 6 through 14 can join USI art students and faculty to create two- and three-dimensional artwork including collages, paintings, printmaking, sculptures, and more. Students will be grouped by age with a maximum of 20 per group and will display their works at the end of each session. Cost of lunch and all supplies included.

Coordinator: Joseph Uduehi, Ed.D., Associate Professor of Art Education, USI
Dates & Times: 2 Saturdays, October 31 & November 7, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: USI Technology Center, Rooms 229, 237, 242, & 243
Registration Fee: $30—includes supplies & lunch

YTH400A – ages 6–7 YTH400B – ages 8–9
YTH400C – ages 10–11 YTH400D – ages 12–14

Preschool

USI's PRESCHOOL

Can’t find a preschool? USI’s Children’s Learning Center—state-licensed and NAEYCaccredited—is offering part-time Monday, Wednesday, Friday or Tuesday and Thursday morning or all-day options for children ages three to five years. Call 812/464-1869 or email pbuschki@usi.edu for specifics. Keep your young children busy and enjoy a little personal time for yourself!

Educator Development

MAKING MATH CONNECTIONS WITH PARENTS NO. STEM013

Indiana licensed teachers, teaching grades K-5 will learn strategies for getting parents involved with their children's mathematics education. The standards-based games and activities that will be presented are also practical for use in the classroom. Lots of great games and activity ideas will be shared and one lucky participant will win a gift. This course will meet once in the fall and again in the spring (spring date TBA). Participating teachers will receive a $25 per session stipend. Space limited to 15 participants.

Instructors: Danielle Goodwin and Nancy Mathis, Vincennes University
Dates & Time: Monday, October 5, 6:00--8:00 p.m.
Location: Vincennes, Place TBA

MORE! ROCKS IN YOUR HEAD NO. STEM014

This nationally acclaimed workshop covers a full scope of earth sciences, designed for Indiana licensed teachers teaching grades 3-8. Participants will receive a comprehensive manual; labeled and bagged rock samples; minerals and test kit containing labeled minerals, Hunt for Fossil Fuels oil exploration game on CD; and the Tapestry of Time and Terrain USGS map of the USI. All projects presented are hands-on, making earth science a fun and memorable learning experience. Space limited to 45 participants. Lunch is on your own.

Instructor: Janie Schuelke, Geoscience Education Consultant
Date & Time: Saturday, September 26, 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Location: USI Heath Professions Center, Room 1079
Registration Fee: $15; CRUs are available for an additional $10 fee

SUMMER PRESCHOOL
Can’t find a summer preschool? USI’s Children’s Learning Center—state-licensed and NAEYC-accredited—is offering part-time MWF or TTh morning or all-day options for children ages three to five years. Call 812/464-1869 or email pbuschki@usi.edu for specifics. Keep your young children busy this summer and enjoy a little personal time for yourself!

USI’S SUMMER ENRICHMENT CAMP
Need all-day care for your school-ager this summer? USI’s Summer Enrichment Camp for children 7–11 years old is located in space rented at Messiah Lutheran Church, 7700 Middle Mt. Vernon Rd., across the highway from campus. Children may enroll full-time or, if space allows, part-time for the entire summer. The program opens at 6:45 a.m. and closes at 5:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Call 812/464-1989 or email extserv@usi.edu for more information. Visit our web site at www.usi.edu/extserv/personal/kids.asp.