The New School In The Heights

The New School In The Heights | Academic Success Emotional Support

• The New School's "Super Summer Computer Blast"
• Session I May 29 - June 22 2007
• Session II June 25 - July 20 2007
• Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

This summer log on to a fun-filled technology adventure. You are just a click away from some very cool computer experiences. Children ages 5-14 learn to become techno-savvy with our new technology curriculum. The instruction is interactive. Kids "learn by doing." They will help each other learn a variety of programs on PCs and Macs, including iLife and iSight. The program will be individualized depending on the child's entering skill level.

But life is more than technology! Of equal importance is the time we spend strengthening social skills. Our specially-trained staff help children learn techniques for building friendships and getting along with others. This is done through a weekly social skills group, sports and games, and a weekly social mixer where kids will have a special picnic-style lunch while socializing with their friends. Finally, to make sure reading and math skills are maintained and strengthened over the summer break, each day begins with Reading Rockets and Math Mission. Every book children read and math project they complete propels them to a special prize.

Web Survivor
Survive the island by cracking binary codes and answering trivia.

Web Photo
Edit digital photos and use paint tools to produce creative photographs.

Web Concert
Learn how to promote a concert by using sound clips, video clips, and interviews to promote your favorite concert.

Web Producer
Capture film using a video camera; then import the film onto Windows Movie Maker, then edit and add special effects.

Web Design
Plan, construct, and create a webpage including media such as sound, scrolling text, and graphics.

Creative Arts
Create and edit art through the computer.

Fees
Costs for the Summer Program are $1,395. per month. Scholarships are available. Families who have made other plans for part of the summer may attend fewer weeks at a reduced cost.

By special arrangement, families may request an optional extended day until 3:00 p.m. on Mondays - Thursdays when neither parent is available at 1:00 p.m. due to employment or geography. The additional cost for this service is $100.00 per week. The summer program is open to children from all schools.

For more information, contact Dr. Manning at (713) 802-1256.