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Lantana Community Middle School
Edward Burke, Principal
Richard Valentine, Assistant Principal
1225 West Drew Street, Lantana, FL 33462
• (561) 540-3407
School Web site: http://www.palmbeach.k12.fl.us/LantanaMS/
Email: LantanaACE@palmbeach.k12.fl.us

 Getting Started  
Winter 2010 Registration Information
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 Course Information

COMPUTERS

 

Computer Beginning

Basic usage features common to all computer programs: keyboard, mouse, menus, tool bars, hands-on practice; handouts using word processing, spreadsheets, the Internet.

 

Digital Photo/Photo Enhancement

Utilize many of the “tools” available to enhance, or otherwise modify your photos. Some of the tools to be used are: Move, rectangular, magic wand, cropping, red eye removal, clone stamp tool, eraser, paint bucket, custom shape tool, smudge, sharpen, burn and dodge. Knowledge of Windows needed.

 

CRAFTS/HOBBIES

 

Cardmaking

Create beautiful handmade cards and scrapbook pages using a variety of stamping and papercrafting techniques.

 

Cooking

3 Great Classes – choose one or all: How to Boil Water - All the basics of cooking; Cooking for One - Shop once, cook once, put away tasty, healthy, classic dishes and warm up your own meals; or Gourmet Healthy Cooking;

 

Floral Design

This class provides a wide variety of ideas for decorating your home with flowers. You will create an array of colorful designs used for weddings, parties, or for any special occasion. You will also gain insight into employment opportunities in the field of floral design.

 

Pottery & Ceramics

Enjoy an evening of fun and creativity! In this class you will learn how to handle clay, build different types of pots, plates, bowls, planters and other decorations for the house and gifts. Class space is limited so register early.

 

DANCE

 

Belly Dancing

Learn the basic steps in the timeless art of belly dance. Shimmy away the stress and undulate your way to a happier well-being! Make new friends as you create a happier you!

 

 

 

Salsa
You will receive an introduction to the dance experience enjoyed by fans worldwide. Learn Latin dance in a non-threatening, relaxed and non-competitive environment. Students will become familiar with the basic footwork and steps, hand positions, and the importance of communicating with your partner on the dance floor. A partner is not required for this course.

 

EXERCISE/FITNESS

 

Aerobics
A personal trainer by profession, Lydia offers an intense workout of step choreography. Guaranteed to challenge your muscles and stamina. Beginners welcome.

 

Body Sculpting: This body shaping class is designed to tone, strengthen and define your body using your own body weight and/or dumbbells. A breakdown of the proper way to isolate each muscle group is given in this workout. This is a head to toe workout of toning and strengthening. All fitness levels are welcome.

 

Pilates

The Pilates method is a sequence of exercises performed on the mat. This method is concentrates on the concepts of awareness, balance, breath, centering, concentration, control flowing movement and precision. Increase lung capacity, circulation, long lean muscles, and improved flexibility and posture.

 

Volleyball - Coed

Beginner/Intermediate Men and Women. Beginners will be on one net; Intermediate on another. Coached for beginners. Get a workout and meet some new people.

 

Yoga
Yoga is a "state of mind". It is not a religion. It is a wonderful school of patience, of calmness and of self-control. It is also an exercise, but exercise is one thing. How to exercise is something else. The exercises will be progressive, starting with the breathing and the basic postures. Start now working on body and mind!

 

MISCELLANOUS

 

Creative Writing

Learn effective story telling techniques from award winning author and playwright, Barbara Flores. Classes include lecture, writing exercises, class readings and weekly critiques of short (2-6 page) writing assignments.

 

Homebuying Using Government Financing

Senior Loan Officer and Realtor will bring you from buyer to homeowner using FHA and other available financing.

 

How to Work in a Wealthy Home/Table Setting

Get extremely useful information about how to interview, your resume, how to look, how to act and all the duties to be employed in a wealthy home. Focus on how to set a dinner table, serving at table, also 44 things to never do!

Massage for Couples

This course will teach couples a 30-minute relaxing massage of the back, neck, shoulders, arm and legs, hands and feet, a mini-facial, and a new attitude.

 

Memoir Writing by Personal Essays

How essay writing can express your life experiences. Select the most important subjects, be more creative, improve your writing process, give and receive constructive criticism.

 

Reverse Mortgages for Seniors

Learn how a Reverse Mortgage can help meet the financial needs of seniors age 62 and over. This class will explain how a reverse mortgage works, the differences between a traditional mortgage and a reverse mortgage, the qualification process, fees and costs, and the tax and financial considerations. Most importantly, this course explains the particular Reverse Mortgage that is insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA).

 

Wills, Trusts, and Finance

An attorney and an accountant have teamed up for this informative course. Some of the topics are: The pros and cons of wills, trusts and estate planning, at home budgeting, cash flow, recordkeeping, pension plans, saving for the future, taxes and mid-year planning.