Summer 2013 - Los Angeles City College

MUSICAL KEYBOARDING FOR CHILDREN (Ages 6 and up)
Children will learn the correct fundamentals in playing the piano: Topics covered: Development in finger
coordination, critical sense of listening; notations in pitch and rhythm; discipline in good practice habits with
an appreciation of music through the piano as well as basic written theory. Solo-ensemble repertoire will also
be introduced. Intermediate requires: Basic knowledge of music note reading. Intermediate students will
choose sheet music comparable to their level. Limited to only 12 students.
Please bring your own keyboard to class. Instructor: Mariam Avetisyan
800013 5 Sundays ◦ Jun 30-Jul 28 ◦ $45 ◦ 9:00-10:00 am ◦ Beginning
5 Thursdays ◦ Jul 11-Aug 8 ◦ $45 ◦ 6:00-7:00 pm ◦ Beginning/Intermediate
PHOTOSHOP FOR KIDS (Ages 9-15)
Learn how professionals put together the pictures you see in books, magazines, and the
internet. We’ll show you how your creative mind can get started using the principles of
graphic design using Adobe Photoshop. You will learn the concepts of shapes, lines,
color combinations, and just having fun with it. We’ll guide you through every step to
get you to create some cool art.
800026 Mon-Thur ◦ Jul 8-11 ◦ $65 ◦ 4:00-5:15 pm ◦ Angelo Almonte
READING
This class will cover various levels of reading phonics, vocabulary, & composition skills.
Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their presentation and reading skills by
reading aloud to the class. Homework assignments will be given. Children are welcome to
bring their school books and classroom questions.
Material fee of $8 payable at time of registration. Instructor: Brian King
800027 4 Wednesdays ◦ Jul 10-31 ◦ $50 ◦ 4:00-5:00 pm ◦ Grades 1-2
4 Wednesdays ◦ Jul 10-31 ◦ $50 ◦ 5:00-6:00 pm ◦ Grades 3-4
WRITING
This class will assist and help students improve on their writing, comprehension, grammar and vocabulary
skills. This class will also concentrate on specific problem area’s students are having with classroom
assignments and homework. Students will also grasp the newest education writing formats. Homework
assignments will be given. Children are welcome to bring their school books and classroom writing questions.
Please bring pencil and wring tablet. Material fee of $8 payable at time of registration.
Instructor: Brian King
800028 4 Mondays ◦ Jul 8-29 ◦ $50 ◦ 4:00-5:00 pm ◦ Grades 3-4
4 Mondays ◦ Jul 8-29 ◦ $50 ◦ 5:00-6:00 pm ◦ Grades 5-6
SPANISH FOR KIDS (Ages 17 and under)
An introductory class open to young people who want to learn the basic fundamentals of reading, writing and
speaking Spanish. In addition to providing the practice needed to aid retention, this class will also provide
the opportunity to develop a higher level of thinking skills as it aims at teaching how to use the language
creatively. Students will be using a syllabus covering topics appropriate to their age and interest. Study
materials will be provided at no extra cost. Emphasis will be placed on grammar, pronunciation and
conversational exercises. Students must have email/Internet access to download handouts. No class July 4.
800029 5 Thursdays ◦ Jun 27-Aug 1 ◦ $55 ◦ 5:15-6:15 pm ◦ Antonio Cervantes
MAKE IT MARVELOUS WITH iMOVIE (Ages 9-15)
Lights, Camera, Action! This summer, learn the ins and outs of iMovie and how to make a
film in about the time it takes to watch one. Add your own videos, pictures, sound
effects, quickly and easily! Then add cool visual effects and transition to make your next
movie masterpiece—all with a click, a drag and a creative mind. Join this fun-filled class
where kids become filmmakers. Mac computers will be used. Limited enrollment.
800030 Mon-Thur ◦ Jul 22-25 ◦ $55 ◦ 4:00-5:30 pm ◦ Angelo Almonte
FRENCH FOR KIDS & TEENS (Ages 7-16)
French is a fun language spoken around the world. Students will partake in a wide range of activities from
pronunciation of the alphabet, numbers, colors, days, weeks, and months to useful conversations that will
increase vocabulary and promote a cultural interest. Material fee of $22 payable at time of registration is
for cost of book, CD and handouts. Book title is: Collins French Club: Book 1, by Rosi McNab - ISBN-13-
9780007287567. Material fee is $5 only if you have already purchased the audio CD/book set. Parents are
encouraged to join their child in the classroom and participate with the French lessons.
No experience needed.
800020 5 Saturdays ◦ Jun 22-Jul 20 ◦ $55 ◦ 9:30-10:30 am ◦ Lesley Lespinasse
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