Education Calendar: 02/26/2008

The Education calendar is published weekly. To submit information email awidmer@record-eagle.com; fax (231) 946-8632; or mail to 120 W. Front St., P.O. Box 632, Traverse City, MI 49685-0632. Items should be received at least two weeks in advance.

MUSIC/ART/PERFORMANCE

"Pre-Festival and More" Manistee High School bands concert, Feb. 26, 7 p.m., high school auditorium. High School Symphonic and Middle School Seventh Grade bands, performing pieces they will present at the MSBOA District Band and Orchestra Festival Evaluations March 5-6 at the HS.

Betsie Valley Elementary country dance jamboree, Feb. 28, 6:30 p.m., for all ages. No experience necessary. 1st graders will be learning some dances during school and hope to help lead those in attendance. The Josephs of Manistee Co. will serve as caller and musicians. Refreshments available for purchase; benefitting the 1st grade and Betsie Valley PTS. For those taking the Benzie Bus, the evening will conclude at approx. 8 p.m.

"Macbeth", NMC Players, Scholars Hall, 2nd floor in the Theatre (Room 217). April 18, 7 p.m.; April 19, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; April 20, 2 p.m. Tickets $10 adults, special discounted price of $7 for students and seniors.

"Jack and the Giant", 7 p.m. March 13 and 14, and at noon and 5 p.m. March 15 on the stage at Mesick Elementary School. Reserved seat tickets $5 adults, $3 for students 18 and younger. Tickets available from 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. school days at the Mesick High School office, or call Sharren Williamson, 885-1201; also at the door 45 minutes prior to each performance.

KidzArt, arts enrichment program for children of all ages. Visit www.kidzartMI.com.

NMC Community Concert Band, Milliken Auditorium. Tickets available at the box office, 995-1553. Upcoming concerts March 7 and April 27.

Milliken Auditorium 2007-08 Concert Season, Dave McMurray Quintet, March 1 at 8 p.m.; Jeff Haas Trio and the Phoenix Quartet, March 15 at 8 p.m.; Leon Redbone, April 5 at 8 p.m.; The John Jorgenson Quintet presented in collaboration with WCMU Public Radio, April 26 at 8 p.m. Box Office open 1--6 p.m., Wed.-Sat. Call 995-1553, visit www.dennosmuseum.org to order tickets online.

FOREIGN EXCHANGE

Non-profit seeks coordinators, to mentor foreign exchange students, find and screen host families, and build relationships with high schools. Travel opportunities and training provided. Position unpaid and expenses reimbursed. Must be 25+. Visit www.effoundation.org, call Kara at (800) 447-4273, or email kara.pesola@ef.com.

Host families sought for one-month exchange, July 26-Aug. 22, 4-H/Japanese Exchange program open to families with a youth of the same age and gender as the 57 Japanese youths, ages 12-15. Contact Wanda Repke 922-4825, repke@msu.edu.

ASSE International Student Exchange Programs, For details call (800) 677-2773, or visit www.asse.com.

ICES Exchange Student Programs, Call Sue Kailing at (877) 681-1812 for details.

SCHOOL ENROLLMENT/Child Care

Old Mission Peninsula School Preschool Program open house, Feb. 26, 6 p.m. Visit with teachers, ask questions, tour the school, and learn about the philosophy of Old Mission Peninsula School. For details call Preschool Coordinator Debbie Olson at 933-7424.

Traverse City Area Public Schools, Feb. 26 parents meeting for enrollment in Kindergarten, Ready "Four" School, Young Fives, Chinese/English Immersion Preschool, and Montessori programs for Fall 2008. Contact your local school for specific site details.

Manufacturing Technology Academy Information Night, Feb. 26 or March 3, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Room 114 of M-TEC in TC. For details or to RSVP, contact Tim Wheatley at 995-1304, Twheatley@nmc.edu.

Woodland School Information Night, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., in the library, 7224 Supply Road, TC. Lottery for fall 2008 March 14 at 4 p.m. in the library. Call 947-7474. Visit www.woodlandschool.ws/

St. Mary's School of Lake Leelanau, "Open House/Pizza party" March 11, 6 p.m. Parents interested in preschool opportunities for their children ages 3-5 are invited. "New Friends Visitation Days" March 18, 9-11 a.m. and April 29, 9-11 a.m. Parents are invited to bring their children to participate in preschool either of these mornings. For details call Jean LaCross at 256-9670 ext. 500.

Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools registration, Grades 1--12, April 21 In system families, May 5 Parish families, May 12 Public. Contact Cindy Weber at 995-8425, email cweber@gtacs.org.

Child Care Connections/Northwest Michigan 4C Council, Free child care referrals to families in a 12-county area. Call (800) 968-4228 or 941-7767, or visit www.nwmi4c.org.

Grand Traverse Academy Enrollment information meetings, Open Enrollment through March 21. Daytime meetings include a tour of classes in session: March 4, 1:30 p.m.; March 13, 7 p.m.; March 18, 1:30 p.m.; March 20, 9 a.m. For details call 995-0665.

SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS

Poet Fleda Brown workshop, explore the connection between poetry and creative non-fiction in a free writing workshop Feb. 27, sponsored by Michigan Writers Inc. 7 p.m., Room 209 of the NMC University Center. For more information on Brown and her poetry, visit www.fledabrown.com.

Free bowl making workshop, March 8, 12-3 p.m. at the artcenter, 720 S. Elmwood, Traverse City. All materials will be provided. The bowls created will be fired, glazed and donated to benefit the Empty Bowls Project in Traverse City. This year's Empty Bowls event will be April 27, 11 a.m.--2 p.m. at the Park Place Dome. For details visit www.emptybowls.net.

"Understanding Infant Adoption", March 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., NMC University Center Room 215. Specialized training program provides information about adoption laws, birthfathers' rights and responsibilities, etc. Free of charge; includes lunch. To register visit www.iaatp.com or call the Spring Arbor University office at 995-1761.

"Green Building for Performance, Durability, Comfort, and Health: Tactics for Success", one-day seminar March 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Northwestern Michigan College's Milliken Auditorium. Exhibits and check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. For registrations received by March 4, the seminar cost is $75 and includes lunch; registration is $85 the day of the event, with lunch provided as available. Call 995-1700, visit www.nmc.edu/energy, or stop into the NMC Extended Educational Services office, room 102 at the University Center on Cass Road in Traverse City to register.

Northern Michigan Chapter of BetterInvesting, quarterly class Feb. 26, 7-8:30 p.m., United Way Building, 521 South Union, Traverse City. Parking and entry are at the rear of the building. Cost is $15. Register to ensure you will get handouts. Call Herb Lemcool at 943-9040 to register or for more information, or visit www.betterinvesting.org

Lakeview Counseling Winter Education Series, Saturdays, Feb. 2-March 15, 10-11:30 a.m., 1844 Oak Hollow Drive, TC. Drop-in sessions $5 per person. Registration encouraged, not required. Call 929-0300 ext. 100.

6th Annual Teacher and Parent Educations Series, March 11: "The Autistic Spectrum Disorders -- Autism, Asperger's, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder NOS." 6:30-8 p.m., TC Central High School Library Media Center. Free and open to the public. Call 935-0355 for details.

Raven Hill Discovery Center, art workshops are being offered in glass, wood, stone, paper, printing, painting, metal, clay and fiber. Call 536-3369 for details or to register.

Free training for HS journalism advisers, Brochure and application at hsj.org. Deadline to apply is Feb. 29.

FUND RAISERS

3rd Annual Katie Heintz Memorial Basketball Tournament, March 8, 6 p.m., St. Francis High School Gym. To benefit the Pediatric Oncology Unit at Munson Medical Center. Sponsored by the St. Francis High School Key Club. A minimum donation of $5 is appreciated.

SCHOLARSHIPS/CONTESTS/AWARDS

Robert DeVol Memorial Pro-Life Oratory Contest, Students in grades 9-12 are invited to participate, 6:30 p.m. March 13 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 13424 West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City. Contestants must write and present a 5-7 minute speech. A double-spaced, typed copy of the speech must be submitted with application. Deadline for applications is March 10. For an application or details call GTA Right to Life at 946-9469 or email info@gtalife.org

Kohl's Kids Who Care, recognizes and reward youth volunteers nationwide. Nominations are accepted through March 15. To nominate a deserving youth, age 6--18, visit www.kohlskidswhocare.com.

2008 Jerry Huffman Scholarship, Acme Civic Association accepting applications. Requests for an application must be postmarked by April 4; for an application, see high school guidance counselor or send a self addressed, stamped envelope to: Jerry Huffman Scholarship, ATTN: Rod K., 6204 Elk Lake Rd., Williamsburg, MI 49690.

Society of Professional Journalists' Essay contest, Visit www.spj.org/a-hs.asp for an entry form and information.

Michigan Envirothon, For registration materials and details, visit www.macd.org/envirothon.html or www.michiganenvirothon.org.

GT Area Hotel/Motel Assoc. Scholarship, two $500 scholarships to qualified students in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties. For an application and rules, e-mail Nick Trahair at gtahma@charterinternet.com.

American Chemical Society Scholars Program, Applications accepted through March 1. For details and an online application form, visit www.acs.org/scholars or call (800) 227-5558 ext. 6250, or e-mail scholars@acs.org.

American Association of University Women TC, offering one Minnie Votruba Moore $1,500 scholarship. Applications at aauwtc.org or call 938-1336; due March 7.

Grand Traverse Bay Area Michigan Education Association Retired, three $500 scholarships. Any child or grandchild of an active MEA member of MEA-Retired member is eligible to apply. Applications at senior counselor offices, the MEA office, 1745 Barlow Street, TC, or call 938-1336. Applications due to the MEA office by April 18.

Comfort Keepers Caregiver Scholarship Fund at NMC, Apply at the NMC Financial Aid office or contact Kathleen Guy of NMC at 995-1018 or kguy@nmc.edu. To contribute to the scholarship fund contact Russ or Leslie Knopp of Comfort Keepers at 929-9044 or (866) 929-9044 or e-mail traversecitymi@comfortkeepers.com.

Community Foundation Scholarships, More than 60 regional scholarships for area students available. Visit www.gtrcf.org/Scholarships for a complete list of available scholarships and application information.

Community Foundation Camp Roy-El Scholarship, Visit www.gtrcf.org/Scholarships for additional information and application deadline information.

Americans for UNFPA, Submit resume/activity sheet, reference contact information and respond to two short essays by March 10. To download an application visit www.americansforunpfa.org/studentaward or visit Americans for UNFPA on Facebook.

Michigan Tech Alumni Scholarship, Application is available in the guidance counselors' offices of all Grand Traverse and Leelanau County high schools and NMC, or contact Cindy Kring at ckring@chartermi.net, 938-2452. Application deadline is March 1.

Munson Volunteers 2008-09 Scholarships, Applications available now. Deadline Feb. 28. Must be a resident of Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau or Wexford counties for at least 6 mo. prior to application. Applications at the hospital's Information Desk, Munson Gift Shop or at Volunteer Services. Call Theresa Stachnik at 935-7455.

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, several scholarships available. Information, applications available from school counselors, or call Ellie Holdsworth at 264-5451.

COLLEGE/ADULT EDUCATION

Baker College of Cadillac CMA exams, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam June 28, Baker College of Cadillac. The deadline for registration is March 1. For details, contact Becky Rodenbaugh at 876-3116, or e-mail becky.rodenbaugh@baker.edu.

Ferris State Information Security and Intelligence degree program, bachelor's degree offered in TC beginning August 2008. Applicants need either an associate degree or 48 transferable credit hours from an accredited college. For details, transcript reviews, and application assistance call (866) 857-1954 or visit www.ferris.edu/offcampus.

West Shore Community College, A class schedule and curriculum guide available at www.westshore.edu. Call 845-6211, ext. 3111. For questions about the financial aid process, call 845-0815.

University of Michigan School of Nursing, accepting applications for fall 2008 BSN Completion Program in TC through NMC University Center. Application deadline July 1. For an application or details call Lorrie Jorgenson at 995-1781, email ljorgens@umich.edu.

Manistee County School Management Co-operative, A complete schedule of classes available at Kaleva Norman Dickson School District Web site knd.k12.mi.us; Bear Lake Schools Web site bearlake.k12.mi.us; Onekama Consolidated Schools Web site onekama.k12.mi.us. Call 477-5353 option 6 during regular school hours for information or to register.

LIFE Academy, NMC's program of lifelong learning designed by and for adults 55+. For details call 995-1700 or visit www.nmc.edu/ees.

Construction courses and workshops, hands-on training in carpentry, heating/air conditioning, plumbing, masonry, electrical, and woodworking at NMC's M-TEC in Traverse City. For details, lab tours, and a schedule, call 995-1700, stop by the EES office (Suite 102) at the University Center on Cass Rd., or visit nmc.edu/ees/.

TBAISD Adult Education Program, enrolling adults at Michigan Works! offices. Labs in Cadillac, Kalkaska, East Jordan, Petoskey, Traverse City and Manistee. Call (800) 442-1047.

NMC University Center, registering for selected bachelor completion programs, graduate and certificate programs. Call 995-1777 or visit www.nmc.edu; registration for community (non-credit) classes; Call 995-1700, or visit nmc.edu/ees.

SPECIAL NOTICES

Eastern Elementary 50th anniversary, Seeking alumni to share memories and photos by e-mail to easternphotos@yahoo.com. Community Night in April. Send your email address in order to receive information, or stop by the school to add your name to the alumni quilt in the lobby.

WSCC Ferris State business students, Dr. Bill Smith will be available for advising Ferris State University College of Business students that are enrolled at WSCC from 8 a.m.-4:15 p.m. March 17. Call 845-0859 to schedule an appointment.

GED Testing, March 11-12, 3:30 p.m. (approx. 4 hours) offered at TC Central High School for all persons, 18 years of age or above, seeking to complete high school equivalency. Call Anna Kane at 933-3500 for details.

Shanty Creek rewards honor roll students, Honor Roll students in Antrim, Charlevoix, Crawford, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Otsego counties will be awarded a free punch card when an honor roll report card is presented at the lift ticket window. For details visit www.ShantyCreek.com.

Traverse City Area Public Schools, All Board of Education meetings air live on TCAPS Channel 98 at 6 p.m. on the day of the scheduled meeting and will rebroadcast on the following Monday at 6 p.m.

TCAPS' District Newsletter "Reach Higher", view the online version at www.tcaps.net. For copies, call RaeAnn Fiebing at 933-1783.

Free bus ride to West Shore Community College, for students traveling from Ludington, Manistee and Scottville through May 8. For details visit www.westshore.edu.

SPECIAL CLASSES/EVENTS

The Leelanau Children's Center Winter Children's Carnival, March 1, noon to 3 p.m., Leland Public School gym. For details call 256-7841.

Parents Math Class series, for parents interested in learning or brushing up on their math skills. Classes meet 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Pathfinder School, 11930 S. West Bay Shore Dr. Remaining classes include, "Forgotten Algebra Part II: A Survey of Algebra I" March 1; and "Fractals and Fractions" March 8. Classes free; reservations required. Call 995-3829, email Audrey Pittinos apittinos@thepathfinderschool.org.

Emerald Driving Academy, Segment 1 Driver Education course begins March 17 at the Chum's Corner Head Start building, TC. Class times 6-8 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays for 3 weeks. Driving times will be arranged. Minimum age is 14 years, 8 months. Tuition is $325. Segment 2 course begins March 13. Call 668-1621 to enroll.

MSU summer programs, Office of Gifted and Talented Education has a variety of summer programs that allow students to reside on or compute to campus, begin earning college credits, or travel to South Africa, China, or Japan. Some programs offer full or partial scholarship. To learn more and to download brochures and applications, visit www.msu.edu/user/gifted or call (517) 432-2129.

ONGOING CLASSES AND EVENTS

Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Traverse, West Junior High School, 3-6:30 p.m. weekdays. Registration packets available in each grade wing office or call Julie Bergman at 499-9094, or Pat Lewallen at 933-1798.

NMC Safe Passage Public Forums, on Latin American issues, 3 to 5 p.m. Sundays at the University Center room 209. Free and open to the public. March 2: Speakers Jennifer Agruda, Grand Valley State University students, "Introduction to Spanish 2." March 9: Speaker NMC instructor Jim Crockett, "The American Economy and Influence in Latin America." March 16: NMC instructors Diane Emling and Tami Livengood, "Using the Volunteer Experience in the Local Community." April 13: Preparations and Information Related to Volunteer Experience with Safe Passage.

NMC Spring 2008 Free Film Series, All films begin at 7 p.m. at Milliken Auditorium. Feb. 27 (Classic): Harvey, 1950; March 12 (Dark): M*A*S*H, 1970; March 26 (Screwball): Ball of Fire, 1941; April 23 (Satire): Monty Python and the Holy Grail, 1975. A faculty or staff member or the film series coordinator will give a short lecture and provide a handout on each of the films.

"A Chance to Dance", Fridays through March 14, 10 p.m.- midnight, Northwestern Michigan College Phys. Ed. building. Admission $5 at the door. No partner necessary. Wear slippery-soled shoes. Call 995-1700.

Stories Scribbles and Wiggles, Dennos Museum Center, TC, for ages 3-5 and their parents or grandparents. Museum admission applies (member's admission waived) plus a $1 art supply fee. Reservations recommended. Contact Diana Bolander at dbolander@nmc.edu or 995-1029. Program time 10:30-11:30 a.m. March 24: Inuit Animals; May 19: CANVAS: Exploring a 3D Environment; June 23: Light and Color.

Social time for Mothers and preschoolers, The Salvation Army, Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m. RSVP to 946-4644.

Traverse City College Preparatory Academy Leadership Series, Monthly lectures on leadership and education; 1402 Carlisle Road, TC. Open to the public. For details call 929-4539.

Inland Lakes Schools after school programs, grades 7-10, 3-5 p.m., Mon.-Thu. For details or to volunteer call 238-6868.

YMCA gymnastics, Classes available include parent/child classes for all ages. Call 775-3369, visit www.CadillacAreaYMCA.org.

The Morning Matinee, Traverse Area District Library, first and second Tuesday of every month. Call 932-8500.

Monday Movie Matinees, Charlevoix Public Library, first Monday of each month. Classic Movie Matinees and Youth Movie Matinees free of charge; bring your own snack.

Glen Arbor Art Association Off-Season Film series, first Tuesday of each month through the spring of 2008. Call 334-6112.

Mothers of Preschoolers of Leland, Free dinner and child care are provided while attending MOPS meetings, 6-8 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Immanuel Lutheran Church, across from Leland Public School. For details, RSVP, call Jennifer at 271-3918.

MOMS Club of Traverse City, support group for stay-at-home moms; daily activities, children welcome; call Megan at 275-7687.

Attachment Parenting International of Traverse City, monthly parenting support group. Call Megan at 929-4350 or visit www.attachmentparenting.com.

Just Imagine Creative Arts Healing Center, 225 W. 14th St. 932-9808; www.justimagine.name.

East Bay Branch Library, Wigglers for preschoolers, families and friends. Programs begin at 10:30 a.m. (approx. 40 minutes): Call 922-2085 to sign up.

Forest Lakes Bible Church Kids Klub, Fridays, 3-6 p.m., 4331 North Spider Lake Rd. K-6 grades welcome. Call Pastor Dave at 946-2118.

Toddler Tuesday Story Time, Tuesdays at 10 a.m., Cadillac Wexford Public Library "Storytime Corner." For questions or to confirm story dates call 775-6541.

Toddler Time at the Great Lakes Children's Museum, Friday mornings, September-April. Call 932-4526.

"Growing with God", Lake Leelanau St. Mary School cafeteria. Parents and children ages birth to five can learn about God. Free-will donation accepted. Story Hour in the school library the first Wednesday of every month. For details, call Jean LaCross at 256-9670, ext. 500.

Stories & More, for pre-schoolers Thursdays at the Glen Lake Community Library in Empire (326-5361).

Storybook Lady, 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, Aromas Coffee & Tea, 10850 E. Traverse Highway Suite 1150, TC. Call 929-2688.

Story Hour with Miss Amelia, Thursdays, 10 am., Borders TC; children 5 and younger and parents. Call 933-0412.

Peninsula Community Library Story Stew, first and third Thursdays of each month, 11 a.m., Sept.-June. Call 223-7700.

Toddler Time, 10 a.m. Mondays, stories and crafts to introduce youngster to the library, snacks, no registration, Helena Township Library, Alden. Call 331-4318.

Betsie Valley District Library, For details call 378-2716, or email BVDLibrary0012@yahoo.com. Located at 14731 Thompson Ave., Thompsonville.

Jordan Valley District Library Storytime, Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m., East Jordan, no registration, ages 3-5. Call 536-7131.

Suttons Bay Bingham District Library, Wigglers Storytime. Call 271-3512.

Children's Hour, last Saturday of each month, Mills Community House, Benzonia. Call 882-9901.

CLASS REUNIONS

TC Central Class of 1959, monthly meeting. Call Pat at 938-0287 or Kay at 947-5399.

TC Central Class of 1998, planning 20th reunion Aug. 2. Visit classreport.org or see the link at the Traverse City Central High School Web site from tcaps.net.

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