It's summer! Summer learning can mean working on some of the academic skills, like reading, that a child might be struggling with so they can start the new school year off well. But, summer learning can also mean so much more! Away from the regular routines, summer can be such an important time for kids to relax and build on their strengths or discover an interest he or she didn't even know they had. For ideas about how to balance learning and relaxing during the summer, check out some of these links:
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Aug. 14 - 25
16 -
18 Year Olds
Our new teen leadership program is centred on the development of independence, post-secondary and job readiness skills. The first week of this program is spent working on group dynamics and teaching skills in preparation of a 2 night/3 day hiking trip. The goal of the hiking trip is to develop independence skills within program participants. The second week of programs is based out of Foothills Academy. Morning sessions focus on personal development and job preparedness. The afternoons are spent volunteering as a group at different facilities (i.e., the Calgary Food Bank). To find out more, contact us.
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Do You Like Golf and Want to Support a Great Cause?
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The Gordon Hoffman Charity Golf Classic tournament is coming up quickly on Monday, August 21st at Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club.
This tournament has quickly become one of the most important fundraising events each year for Foothills Academy's Society's bursary fund.
We need help to make this day a success. On the day of the golf tournament, we need volunteers who are available from 6:45 am to 2 pm. Lunch is included with an option to stay for the tournament banquet and auction.
Most of the volunteer positions will be outdoors monitoring activities out on the course. For some of the positions, we need people who either already have their
Pro-Serve
or
Food Handling Safety
certifications or are willing to do the online course required (prior to Aug. 14th). We would be willing to reimburse the cost of the online course if needed. We are also looking for some experienced photographers who would be willing to take pictures of our foursomes, and candid photos during the game and the banquet. If you are able to help,
fill in this form
. Or, if you want more information on volunteering at the golf tournament, please contact Jan Haggeman at
jhaggeman@foothillsacademy.org
or call
403.270.9400 ext. 215
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Psycho-educational Small Group Programs
Fall 2017 Registering Now!
Our Psychology staff will be offering three small group programs this fall:
Let's Be Social for 8 to 12 year olds is our introductory program for learning social skills.
Acting Social for 9 to 14 year olds takes social skills to the next level for those who have completed Let's Be Social or Amicus programs and program manager's feel are ready for this next step.
Girls Only! for 9 12 & 13 - 16 year olds is a program specifically for girls with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD.
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Moving Forward for Young Adults Program
Register Now for Fall
Moving Forward is our new program for young adults looking for some support as they move into their post-high school lives. The group, facilitated by a Registered Psychologist, will focus on skills such as self-understanding and self-advocacy. The sessions will also include some fun recreational activities where participants can get to know others who are going through similar experiences.
Check out all the details here.
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Fall 2017 Multisport, Science Wonder, Cooking and More!
Summer has only just begun but it's not too early to start thinking about Amicus Recreation fall programs. What does your child like to do? We have something for everyone:Multisport, Science Wonder, Cooking, POLARIS, Computer Engineering, Creative Expressions. And, for the first time, we are offering a one day Family "Camp" Day for the whole family (ages 8+). Click here for more details.
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Additional Ongoing Programs & Services
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Foothills Academy Professional Development Workshops
Did you know that Foothills Academy Society offers professional development workshops that can be booked for your school, conference or another occasion?
Our Professional Development Workshops and Training focus on strategies and programs that have been proven successful within our school. Although our focus is assisting individuals with Learning Disabilities, the ultimate goal is to assist and support staff in meeting the diverse needs of all learners. For more information, check out all the workshops that are available.
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The Right to Read Online Workshop
Developed by psychologists and specialists in reading, the Right To Read Program helps identify and support children who have reading difficulties in their earliest school years and children whose first language is not English. Even the best students may have reading weaknesses, and this program will help to pinpoint those weaknesses in underlying phonological skills and other reading readiness skills.
Our online workshop is the perfect refresher of the developmental reading continuum. Learn how to screen your students and discover which students would benefit from more reading support and in which particular areas. A manual specifically designed with activities to support these students is included along with a guide to share with parents as well. A new session will begin in Fall 2017. Check the website for dates.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND LINKS
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Workshops & Educational Opportunities
CADDAC online ADHD webinars
Topics include Emotional Regulation and the use of the ABC Chart, ADHD in the home, Parenting and Behavioural Strategies
and more. Webinars are $10 each or free with a CADDAC membership.
Information Resource Links
Support Groups
- ADDults Calgary Support Group: A Support group for adults in Calgary with ADHD and/or their spouses. Meets the last Wednesday of the month (excl. July & August
- Cochrane Parent Support Group - FOCUS for Attention
- ADHD Links Calgary - Jamie Gelfand (ggelfand@shaw.ca or 403-253-2988) or Katie McCumm (kmccunn@shaw.ca or 403-278-5182)
- FOCUS for Attention: May 9 and June 13 from 7 - 9 pm Free support group offered through North Central Family Support Program held at the Huntington Hills Community Centre. Registration is required. Call 403.275-6668 ext. 232. For more information, contact Lorraine at lorraine@weconnectyou.ca.
Research Studies
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Community Services| Foothills Academy Society| 403.270.9400 | info@foothillsacademy.org | www.foothillsacademy.org
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