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Posted by Laura Nelson on August 1, 2010
This year, Bev Griffith marks her 35th year of directing, teaching and introducing young children to music at the Wheaton Yamaha Music School. The school opened in 1975 with 35 students. Today, there are more than 220 budding musicians enrolled in the school’s piano/keyboard classes.
Children ages 3-8 learn singing, ear training, solo and ensemble keyboard playing, keyboard harmony, theory, technique and music appreciation in an atmosphere that is nurturing, rewarding and fun.
Having introduced thousands of children to the wonders of music, Griffith says “We know that music touches people deeply in ways like nothing else can. It makes us better, kinder and more connected human beings.”
Summer Camps are going on during August; registration for the fall session is ongoing.
Wheaton Yamaha Music School is at 935 W. Liberty, Wheaton. (630) 682-1334. Contact the school for a complete schedule, or visit www.WheatonYamahaMusic School.com
Posted by Laura Nelson on August 1, 2010
Technology Center of DuPage (TCD) offers high school juniors and seniors 20 career and technical education programs as part of their high school curriculum.
Enrollment takes place through the member high school’s guidance office, with participating member high school districts covering the cost of tuition.
Technology Center programs include a wide variety of hands-on instruction in varied fields such as culinary arts, graphic communications, landscape design, certified nurse assistant, cosmetology, construction trades, pre-engineering, and more.
Students have the opportunity to earn college credit through College of DuPage and other participating colleges, take part in paid internships and job shadowing, prepare for state, federal or national licensing and certification exams, qualify for apprenticeships, and earn scholarships and grants toward college or technical school.
Instructors at TCD are state-certified teachers with extensive work experience in their field.They hold associate, bachelor, masters and Ph.D. degrees–among them are chefs, firefighters, ASE-certified automotive instructors, registered nurses, architects, and cosmetologists.
For more information or to schedule an individual or group tour, contact Kathy Rosenwinkel at (630) 691-7525 and visit tcdupage.org
Posted by Laura Nelson on January 18, 2010
Privately owned and managed, The Reading Tree offers one-on-one tutoring for all ages in all subjects, test preparation classes, high school entrance exam classes, and summer programs in math, reading and grammar.
Reading improvement and comprehension is a specialty at The Reading Tree. Programs are designed to increase reading speed, improve comprehension, and develop critical thinking skills. Courses are flexible, meeting the needs of each individual student.
Summer Boot Camp sessions in reading and grammar are intense programs designed to double reading speed, improve comprehension and writing skills.
To learn more, call (630) 964-5444 and visit wwwreadingtreelearning.com.
Posted by Laura Nelson on January 18, 2010
“Do we have fun? Our goal is to make each day the best day in the life of a child,” say Sr. Julie Stapleton, school principal. Tucked away in a picturesque corner of southwest Wheaton, the school is located on the beautiful grounds of Loretto Conference Center. “We enjoy playing in piles of leaves, rolling snowman balls, and playing T-ball in the spacious grass area,” says Sr. Julie. Indoors, the classrooms are equally cheery and spacious, where children enjoy puppet shows, practice climbing, learn about God and express themselves in creative ways. Admission is open to any child, regardless of religious affiliation.
To schedule a visit, contact Sr. Julie Stapleton at (630) 690-8410. Loretto Early Childhood Center is at 1600 Somerset Lane, Wheaton.
Posted by Laura Nelson on January 18, 2010
Discovery Educational Center in Villa Park offers after school tutoring to students in math and reading skills, extra reinforcement for additional subjects, and homework support.
While the center offers all areas of academic study for children and adults, special programs have been developed for learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders. The Center Director is a certified Learning Disability teacher with more than 35 years experience working with students. The Center has a low student/teacher ratio, with all certified teachers on staff.
Discovery Educational Center is at 100-14 E. Roosevelt Rd., Villa Park. (630) 833-5677. www.discoveryedcenter.com
