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Upcoming Education Community Events in the New Orleans Area
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International High School Foreign Exchange Student Program
through Fri, Jun 28, 2013
This is for the 2012/2013 Academic School year
International High School-Host Family for Exchange Students
The International High School of New Orleans is looking for volunteer host families in the Greater New Orleans area who want to make a difference in a child’s life. Share your home and heart with an exchange student during the upcoming academic year beginning August 13th.
Host families provide meals, a place to sleep and study, and a warm, supportive environment. Single parents, couples with or without children and retirees are all welcome to apply as hosts.
More information on the program is available at www.ihsnola.org. Interested host families can call Lynette Lopez at the International High School at 504-554-1325.
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium seeking Bug Ambassador Volunteers
through Tue, Mar 1, 2016
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is seeking to fill open volunteer positions within our Bug Ambassador program. This is ongoing.
Bug Ambassadors serve as the link between the animals that we house at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium and the thousands of guests that visit our facility each year. Bug Ambassadors interpret live animal exhibits, engage visitors in learning, and assist staff with live animal presentations.
Bug Ambassadors must be 16 years of age or older, complete the training course, and commit to one weekly shift for one year. A contribution of $30.00 helps cover costs of training materials and uniforms.
For more information visit our website at www.auduboninstitute.org/volunteers or by calling 504-587-2116.
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Spring Session of French Classes
through Sat, Jun 29, 2013
11 weeks: April 8 - June 29
5 weeks: April 8 - May 11 / May 13 - June 22
Accelerated: April 8 - May 14 / May 15 - June 20
Session includes 11-week comprehensive French classes as well as 5-week specialized classes such as conversation, literature, phonetics, news & discussion, and more. This session we are introducing Accelerated Classes -- a fast track to complete a full level in just 5.5 weeks.
Full Schedule of Classes and Registration available at www.af-neworleans.org
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French Classes - Spring Session II
through Sat, Jun 22, 2013
Classes are offered throughout the week in the daytime, evenings, and Saturday mornings.
Next session of French classes starts May 13.
We offer:
Specialized Classes -
Have fun with conversation, work out those difficult sounds with phonetics, or get a dose of culture with classes focusing on France or Louisiana.
Accelerated Classes -
get on the fast track and complete a full level in just 5.5 weeks!
DELF Exam Prep Class -
Have your French skills officially recognized for life and be prepared with this class!
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The Future of St. Roch & all down river communities
through Sat, Jul 20, 2013
Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CDT)
Sat. June 15, 2013
Sat. July 20, 2013
As our communities move forward in the 21st Century,we have a need to understand the conversations of past which may drive our future. Some of these conversations do not serve the future we see for ourselves or our children.
Come out and take part in these community workshops over this summer which will support a future worth having and a quality community in the down river neighborhoods.
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Nurturing Fathers Parenting Group
through Fri, Aug 16, 2013
This class starts on Friday, June 7th from 5:30pm-7:00pm and runs weekly through Friday, August 16th.
10-week evidence-based program for men that focuses on using male strengths as the base upon which to build effective relationship and parenting skills. Group members who successfully complete will participate in a graduation ceremony and receive a certificate of completion. Course topics include: The Roots of Fathering & Fathering “The Little Boy Within”; The Power to Meet My Own Needs; The World of Feelings and Male Nurturance; The Power to Nurture: Fathering without Violence or Fear; Overcoming Barriers to Nurturing Fathering; Discipline and Fun & Games; Fathering Sons/Fathering Daughters; Teamwork between Father and Spouse/Co-parent; Time and Place for Fathering & Healing the Father Wound; and Commitment to My Family. Facilitator: Dr. Dena L. Moore, Ph.D., LPC - S
Early Registration Discount by May 24th: $240 (After May 24th: $300)
Online Registration: http://www.neworleanstherapycenter.com/appointments/ or 504-684-5368.
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French Immersion Summer Camp by Alliance Française
through Fri, Jun 28, 2013
Camp takes place Monday - Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, or 8:00 am
-5:30 pm with before & aftercare. Choose one week, two weeks, or all three weeks.
All French levels welcome!
Give your kids the opportunity to experience a French immersion curriculum integrated with fun activities like visual arts, music, theater, sports, dance, and much more! Campers enrolled in the full 3 weeks will have the chance to display their newfound skills with an exhibition and performance!
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French Classes - Summer Session
through Sat, Sep 7, 2013
Multiple sessions offered: 2 weeks, 5 weeks, and 10 weeks, as well as one-day workshops throughout the summer.
French classes for all ages and levels taught by native-speaking instructors. Intensive, Accelerated, Review, Specialized classes and workshops offered during multiple sessions throughout the summer: June 10 – September 7.
Tuition ranges $99-360
Variety of class times offered, daytime, evening, and Saturdays
Register online or call 504-568-0770
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STAIR Summer Workdays
through Sat, Aug 17, 2013
Join us at one or more of STAIR’s Summer Workdays and help prepare the materials we'll need for the next school year. Learn more about STAIR, exchange ideas about tutoring, and enjoy light refreshments!
Visit www.stairnola.org for more information. Please RSVP to the STAIR office at 899-0820.
Ghost Hunter University
through Sun, Aug 25, 2013
A unique summer camp experience for adults starting Friday afternoon with seminars and hands-on training lasting until Sunday at noon.
Come with cameras in hand and be prepared to catch spirits on film*! This unique camp will include a complete seminar series on the what, why and how-to’s of ghost hunting followed by live, interactive paranormal investigations.
Also included in camp tuition is a meet and greet cocktail reception and a dinner catered by the famous Court of Two Sisters.
Anyone with an interest in New Orleans history and the paranormal, be they well versed in all things haunted or not, is encouraged to attend. This is not just another New Orleans ghost tour!
*Technical equipment will be provided for use during the camp but personal cameras are also recommended.
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