MIS IN MOTION

REGISTER ONLINE AT CAG WEBSITE: www.ctgifted.org (preferred)

Or REGISTER BY MAIL USING ATTACHED FORM

DEADLINE - Friday, February 27, 2015

REGISTER EARLY: FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED! NO REFUNDS!

NO SNOW DATE If inclement weather, Check CAG or MEF (www.milfordedfoundation.org) website for updates.

Fast-paced, hands-on workshops for students in grades Kindergarten – 8th Grade

Free parent & teacher program – parents are encouraged to stay

Free literature, resources, networking opportunities

Exhibitors, camps, books, educational toy sales and more

Minds in Motion™ is a signature enrichment program of the Connecticut Association for the Gifted. CAG supports you, as parents and educators, to meet the needs of Connecticut’s gifted, talented, and high-potential children. Our mission is to help all children reach their full individual potential. We offer resources, information, and programs for students, parents, and educators. Visit www.ctgifted.org to explore the full benefits of CAG.

PRESENTED BY

SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2015

JONATHAN LAW HIGH SCHOOL

20 LANDSDALE AVENUE

MILFORD, CT 06460

12:00-12:45 p.m. Check-in

1:00– 4:00 p.m. Program MILFORD

Milford Education Foundation is a non-profit organization based in Milford, CT that is comprised of volunteers who are dedicated to promoting excellence, innovation and creativity in education for our children and community. We believe a community with a strong education system enhances quality of life by attracting businesses, retaining property values, and fostering community pride.

Please join MEF and make a difference for our kids in the Milford community. For more information, visit www.milfordedfoundation.org, or contact us at info@milfordedfoundation.org.

New for 2015!

LOCAL FOOD

VENDORS

STUDENT SCHEDULE

12:00 – 12:45 CHECK IN

Grades K-1 1:00 – 2:10 1ST WORKSHOP

2:15 – 2:45 BREAKOUT/SNACK

2:50 – 4:00 2ND WORKSHOP

Grades 2-3 and 4-5 1:00 – 2:30 1ST WORKSHOP

2:30 – 4:00 2ND WORKSHOP

Grades 6-8 1:00 – 4:00 ONE WORKSHOP or 1:00 – 2:30 1st WORKSHOP 2:30 – 4:00 2nd WORKSHOP

PARENT/TEACHER SCHEDULE

12:55 CHILDREN TO WORKSHOP

1:15-2:00 KEYNOTE ADDRESS (Please pre-register on form or website)

2:00-2:30 VENDOR SHOPPING Resources, Books and Exhibitors

2:30-3:55 CHOICE OF WORKSHOPS (Please indicate choice on form or website)

4:00 SIGN OUT/PICK UP CHILDREN

MILFORD MINDS

IN MOTION

Hosted by

and

JONATHAN LAW

HIGH SCHOOL

Special thanks to our volunteer groups for

their support:

Jonathan Law and Foran High School Key and

Keyette Clubs

Interact Club

Venturing Crew 303

WHAT TO DO?

Any child interested in participating in these workshops is encouraged to attend. Please choose workshops from your grade group. The workshops are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. *You must list at least 4 choices, 3 for grades 6-8. Every effort will be made to give students their preference.

You will be notified if there is a problem, and your enrollment will be refunded if there is no space. Registrations can be mailed to the address listed on the form or completed online at

www.ctgifted.org.

CHECK IN BY 12:45 or risk forfeiting your child’s workshop assignment.

KEYNOTE ADDRESS & WORKSHOPS OPEN TO ALL ADULTS EVEN IF

YOUR CHILDREN ARE NOT ATTENDING THE PROGRAM

(Please pre-register online or use the attached form)

GRADES K-1

Color Magic

Students will learn the magic of color

blending. They will use a variety of

materials, including paint, paper, and

clay. They will become “color

magicians”!

Stephanie Mazer, Art Instructor at St.

Gabriel’s School – Milford, CT

Tennis

Tennis is fun and develops both your

mind and your body. The class is

tailored for young students to learn

the fundamentals and rules for this

game that they can play for a lifetime!

This class helps to develop hand-eye

coordination through fun filled

innovative drills.

Paul Coorssen, Instructor, Milford Indoor

Tennis – Milford,CT

Lights and Kaleidoscopes

Students will engage in hands-on,

minds-on, inquiry-based experiments to

learn the science of light and mirrors.

These Little Scientists will use their

gained knowledge to engineer and build

their very own kaleidoscopes.

Talya Natlo, Little Scientists – Milford, CT

Om Kids Yoga

Yoga means to connect our bodies and

minds. It has been practiced for over

4,000 years. A fun vibrant class to

introduce kids to the yoga poses,

breathing, and relaxation.

PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING

EITHER A YOGA MAT OR A

TOWEL.

Tina DeNapoles, Co-Owner, Tranquility

Mind & Body Wellness Spa – Milford, CT

Tissue Paper Flowers

Dahlia-like pom-poms appear to float

in the air, with the light tissue paper

casting a cheerful radiance. Learn the

art of making tissue paper flowers

singly and in strings for parties and

decoration. The flowers are simple to

make and long lasting.

Carolina Fontes – Stratford, CT

LEGO WeDo Robotics

Using the Lego Education “WeDo”

software, students will have fun

creating a Lego robot, programing it,

and problem-solve; all while learning

the basics of Science, Technology,

Engineering and Math!

Modupe Oshin – TechStars – Milford, CT

,

K-1 Breakout and Snack

All K-1 children will have a break session where a

snack of nut-free pretzels and water will be provided.

GRADES 2-3

Blast Off! Fly Away with Me!

Children explore the amazing world of

air, air pressure, gravity, and flight. We

investigate the discoveries behind the

principles of gravity and flight that

Newton, Bernoulli and Counda made

famous. Learning really takes off as we

design, make and test some flying

inventions of our own! STEM

connections and a story included in this

exciting hands-on, inquiry based

workshop.

Claudia Esposito, Owner – Cool-ology,

Madison, CT

Pickleball

Pickleball is a fun sport that combines

many elements of tennis, badminton

and ping-pong that is played both

indoors or outdoors on a badminton-

sized court and a slightly modified

tennis net. The rules are simple and

the game is easy for beginners to

learn, but can develop into a quick,

fast-paced, competitive game for

experienced players.

Chris Vallecillo, Head Pickleball

Instructor, Woodruff Family YMCA –

Milford, CT

Everyone is a Superhero!

Lean to draw your own cartoon

Superheroes! Students will draw their

superhero and also do a cool cartoon

project to take home with them. So, if

you like to laugh, and you enjoy

drawing cartoons, especially

Superheroes… then sign up now and

join the fun. Because everybody is a

superhero!

Debi Hamuka-Falkenham “Super

Cowtoonist”- Seymour, CT

The Hive and the Honey Bee

Honey bees are an important part of our

everyday lives – from the foods we eat

to the plants around us. This workshop

provides an in-depth look at a bee’s life

both inside the bee hive and as part of

the honeybee colonies. Participants will

extract honey from honey combs using

a hand-cranked honey extractor.

Ralph Harrison, local beekeeper – Milford, CT

Reversing Turning Car

Build a car with a remote switch that

moves it forward and backwards. A

clever arrangement in the rear axle

causes the car to turn right and left in

reverse. Participants will learn to

steer with the switching mechanism

that they have made.

Eli Whitney Museum - Hamden, CT

Junior Vet

This workshop gives children an

opportunity to work hands on alongside

an actual veterinarian. Examine live

animals like a veterinarian would,

including listening to a dog’s heartbeat.

Children learn the proper care for basic

domestic animals and the proper way to

approach a dog. In addition, they will

discover which foods/plants can be

dangerous to dogs and cats.

Dr. Erin Fleming –Veterinarian, Banfield

Pet Hospital - Norwalk CT

Animal Tracking & Signs

As science sleuths, come investigate the

weird and wacky world of animals! We

will learn how to identify animals by

their tracks, their coats of furs or

feathers, and even by what they ate!

Join us to identify animal tracks, create

your own track out of wax, and get the

opportunity to dissect an owl pellet.

Frank Gallo, Associate Director, Audubon

Coastal Center at Milford Point – Milford,

CT

Remote Control Fun

Blasting down a quarter-mile track in

just 4 ½ seconds, a dragster

accelerates faster than a jumbo jet, a

fighter jet, or a Formula One race car!

At the end of the run, the dragster is

going more than 300 miles per hour!

Find out how the dragster can go so

fast, and learn about the special

equipment needed to race these

amazing cars. In this workshop, we

will build a model of a dragster and

have some fun racing!

Marilou Oh, Program Director

Bricks 4 Kidz - New Haven, CT

All the World’s A Stage!

Experience the excitement of acting.

Drama based activities and skill-

building will help advance your child's

ability to imagine new worlds, become

incredible characters, and share

fantastic stories.

Woodruff Family YMCA – Milford, CT

GRADES 4-5

Clay Sculpting

Create your own masterpiece! Have fun

while sculpting and creating an object

using air- dry clay. Learn or improve the

skills to sculpt, understanding basic

shapes, proportions, volume, dynamism,

textures, light and shadows, perspective,

balance, organic rhythm, and

expressions.

Dr. Iván Tirado-Cordero, international

contemporary artist -Milford, CT

Drawing Machine

Computers are drawing machines with

invisible arms and fingers. Construct a

machine that you can program to crank

out patterns in infinite varieties. Mix

colors, loops, and patterns to discover

how quickly you can work from

scribbles to art.

Eli Whitney Museum - Hamden, CT

Future World Travelers

Successful traveling requires several

practical and analytical skills teamed

with wonder and curiosity. Become a

modern day adventurer by learning

the mechanics of travel and learn

more about world culture and

diversity through traveling to

different states and foreign countries

Karen Quinn-Panzer, Independent

Location Specialist, Cruiseone Quinn

Panzer Travel – Milford, CT

The Science of Magic

How is a great magic trick like a science

lab? What do scientists, magicians, and

detectives have in common? You’ll learn

some great tricks that you can do

anywhere; find out how to fool your

brain, and the science behind some very

cool illusions.

John Pellino, Associate Director, Talcott

Mountain Science Center – Avon, CT

Cartoon Superheroes

Lean to draw your own Cartoon

Superheroes from a professional

cartoonist! You will also do a cool

cartoon project that you can take home

with you. So, if you like to laugh, and

you enjoy drawing cartoons, especially

Superheroes… then sign up now and

join the fun. Because everybody is a

superhero!

Debi Hamuka-Falkenham “Super

Cowtoonist”- Seymour, CT

Origami Zoo

Frogs and cranes and penguins …oh

my! Join us for an animal-centric

exploration of the Japanese art of

paper folding. The goal of this art is

to transform a flat sheet of paper into

a finished sculpture through folding

and sculpting techniques. No glue,

tape or staples are used in this art

form.

Suzanne Harrison-Thomas, Children’s

Director, Milford Public Library –

Milford, CT

Fashion Design

Get a taste for the exciting world of

fashion design! Learn to draw and

design fashion. Students will create a

mini magazine along with a purse and

outfit for their very own stuffed animal

or doll.

PLEASE BRING A STUFFED

ANIMAL OR DOLL TO CLASS.

Sheila Griffin. Children’s Instructor,

Milford Recreation Department – Milford,

CT

What’s My Story? Practicing

Presentation Skills

Public speaking is a skill with life-long

benefits. This workshop uses

storytelling as a comfortable and fun

way to help kids present their ideas

and persuade others with charisma and

confidence.

Edward Farulo and Roseanne Azarian,

VitaLincs, LLC – Milford, CT

Puzzles, Codes, and Wordplay

Solve puzzles, decipher codes... and

then learn how to create puzzles and

secret messages of your own!

Students will learn about the many

tricks and games one can play with

words.

Eric Berlin, author of "The Puzzling

World of Winston Breen" series –

Milford, CT

Young Composers -Musical Keyboarding

Have fun learning to play the keyboard! We will try different styles of music from classical to jazz and you will even get to

write your own song! Keyboards supplied.

Sheila Griffin, Children’s Instructor, Milford Recreation Department – Milford, CT

GRADES 6-8 (Students will take one 3-hour workshop with break OR two ½ sessions from 1– 2:25 and 2:30 – 4 pm)

3-D Architecture

Love Minecraft and SIM City? Then this workshop provides

students with an introduction to a software that can take these

skills to the next level. Learn how to design buildings and

rooms using Chief Architect – 3D software! Chief Architect is

used worldwide by interior designers and architects for real

building and interior design projects.

CTE Department, Jonathan Law HS - Milford, CT

Clay Sculpting (1/2 Session)

Create your own masterpiece! Have fun while sculpting

and creating an object using air- dry clay. Learn or

improve the skills to sculpt, understanding basic shapes,

proportions, volume, dynamism, textures, light and

shadows, perspective, balance, organic rhythm, and

expressions.

Dr. Iván Tirado-Cordero, international contemporary artist -

Milford, CT

Robotics

Robots are everywhere – in manufacturing, medicine, and

even in even in your local car wash. Learn to work with

sensors and programming software to manipulate robots to

complete desired tasks!

Joe Barcello, CTE Department, Jonathan Law HS - Milford, CT

3-D Animation

Ever wonder how your favorite characters in animated

movies or video games are created? Learn how to use 3D

animation software to create your own special animated

character and background. 3-D animation and the visual

effects created with animation provides the basis for many

facets of the entertainment industry including movies,

games, advertising, software and much more.

CTE Department, Jonathan Law HS - Milford, CT

What’s My Story – Practicing Presentation Skills

(1/2 Session)

Public speaking is a skill with life-long benefits. This

workshop uses storytelling as a comfortable and fun way to

help kids present their ideas and persuade others with charisma

and confidence.

Edward Farulo and Roseanne Azarian, VitaLincs, LLC – Milford,

CT.

Cookies – a Microcosm of Cooking Why are some cookies chewy, some crunchy, some puffy

and some flat? Uncover cookie science and discover how

to make the perfect cookie. By working in teams, we will

take a basic cookie recipe and customize it in 3 ways to

each team’s liking.

Lisa Andrade – Milford, CT

Minds in Motion is sponsored by the Goddard School, Hubbell and Milford Bank whose generous donations have helped defer some of the costs for today’s programming.

At The Goddard School, we foster the cognitive and social development of each child with age-appropriate opportunities to discover, explore and learn. The Goddard School, learning for fun, learning for life.

Visit http://www.goddardschool.com/ .

Thank you to our

Minds in Motion Sponsors!

ADULT PROGRAM KEYNOTE ADDRESS, 1:15-2:00 PM ~ WORKSHOPS, 2:30-3:55 PM.

YOU CAN ATTEND THE KEYNOTE AND ONE WORKSHOP

KEYNOTE ADDRESS by Dr. Elizabeth Feser In presenting this year’s award, Joseph Cirasuolo, Executive Director of the CT Association of Public School Superintendents, said “Dr. Feser has

exemplified the integrity, knowledge, vision, collaboration communication skills, work ethic, human goodness and passion for the welfare of

children that are hallmarks for very effective superintendents of schools. Her leadership of a school system, therefore, is a model for how

Superintendents can and should lead.” As a long-time education administrator, Dr. Feser will provide her observations on education.

Dr. Elizabeth Feser has been the Milford School District’s Superintendent since 2011. She was the Windsor, CT Superintendent for 9 years prior.

This past year, she was elected the 2014 Superintendent of the Year by her fellow peers throughout the State of Connecticut.

WORKSHOP #1 by Katie Augustyn –Gifted 101 Everything you always wanted to know about gifted kids! In this session, we will discuss the characteristics of gifted children, including:

asynchronous development and Dabrowski’s Overexcitabilities; their educational as well as social and emotional needs, and how best to

meet those needs; Fixed vs. Growth Mindset; and resources that are available to parents and educators. Katie Augustyn served as President of the Connecticut Association for the Gifted and is currently VP Development. She served four years on the

Board of Directors of the National Association for Gifted Children. Katie recently completed a Masters Degree in Organizational Leadership at

The Graduate Institute in Bethany, CT, has presented at numerous state, regional and national conferences, and provides consulting for school

districts in Connecticut and New York state regarding improving services for gifted and high-ability students.

WORKSHOP #2 by Mark Ahrens– Unlocking the Secrets of Common Core Math Are you baffled by your child's Math? Is the Common Core causing you heartburn? Have you asked: "Why don't they teach Math like

they used to?" Attend this Minds in Motion session for a lively, interactive session designed to get you familiarized with both the Common

Core and the new methods for teaching Math. You will come away with strategies to help you support your child more successfully in

their Math journey. Mark Ahrens is the owner of Mathnasium, a math learning center for kids K-12. Mark also leads Math and computer programming enrichment

classes at local schools and frequently contributes editorial articles on educational subjects effecting local area students.

WORKSHOP #3 by CT PTA – Understanding CT’s Common Core Standards Connecticut PTA continues to have a leading role in the discussions regarding the development and implementation of the Common Core

State Standards Initiative (CCSSI or Common Core), in particular, through the creation of grade level guides for parents and community

educators. This workshop provides an overview as to what Common Core truly is, why Common Core is being implemented and how it

may change their child's educational experience.

The Connecticut PTA exists as a source of information and support to all local PTA units and members. As a 501(c)(3), they support the efforts of

their members as they work for the health, education, and welfare of children and youth around the state.

WORKSHOP #4 by Nicole Schmidt – The Value Tree: Cultivating Kids’ Values for Happiness & Success Moral equity – a basic resource we should have as a nation – is an expected outcome of our educational system. But it is not evident today.

We need to teach these values to add to our moral equity account. Value lessons add to all children’s storehouse of resources essential to

facing the endless real-life challenges that lie before them. Learn how practical exercises, role play scenarios, and brainstorming sessions

can reinforce values for children.

Nicole Schmidt started her career in education as a high school history teacher with Teach for America in Ruleville, Mississippi. From there, she

honed her study and understanding of the Middle East as a Middle Eastern Specialist with the U.S. Department of State. She developed her home

school language arts curriculum, The Value Tree books, through teaching her two children at home. She now works as an author and consultant

with schools, parents, and the YMCA on the inclusion of her values-based language arts curriculum in everyday study.

WORKSHOP #5 by Leslie Darling – Becoming a Parent Leader and Advocate The Parent Leadership Training Institute seeks to enable parents to become leading advocates for children. This workshop provides an

overview of the PLTI curriculum that is designed to provide parents with the civic leadership knowledge and experience so that they will

engage in civic life and become effective leaders and child advocates. Leslie Darling is the PLTI Coordinator for Milford, CT and is a Case Manager for the Milford Health Department.

WORKSHOP #6 by Scott Hobson – Motivating Minds: Unlocking your Child’s Learning Potential This session explores numerous ways to reach learners in different and interesting ways. Parents will learn to assist their children in

developing fluency in critical thinking and writing. Participants will leave with a multitude of strategies designed to enhance student

performance both in and outside the classroom. Scott Hobson is an educational consultant who has presented at national conferences such as NAGC, Arizona Gifted and California Gifted, to

name a few. Prior to becoming an educational consultant, Mr. Hobson served as Master Teacher, Middle School Assistant Principal, and

Elementary School Principal. Previously Mr. Hobson was a 6th grade teacher in the South Brunswick Township School District in New Jersey.

WORKSHOP #7 by Nicole Larizza and Michelle Ryan– Brain Food: Maximize Your Child’s Potential, One

Meal at a Time Join an exciting workshop focused on food, meal, and preparation ideas using foods that are associated with boosting brain function and

improving memory and concentration. The program combines nutrition education with practical demonstrations and samples of brain-boosting

recipes.

Nicole Larizza is a Clinical Nutritionist and Health & Wellness Coordinator for ShopRite of Milford. She holds a Masters of Science in Human

Nutrition, and has been featured in local and national media for her groundbreaking approaches to disease prevention through good nutrition

during the childhood and adolescent years. Michelle Ryan is the in-store Chef, Culinary Instructor, and Prepared Foods Manager for the five

Garafalo family ShopRites (Milford, Stratford, Hamden, West Haven, & East Haven).

REGISTRATION FORM

Register online at the CAG website: www.ctgifted.org to get your workshop preferences in faster

Classes will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Every child K-5 will participate in 2 workshops. Students must remain for the duration

of the workshops, unless prior arrangements have been made. Grades 6-8 children

will take one 3-hour workshop. You must make at least 4 choices, and up to 6.

(For Grades 6-8, please list at least three choices.) Please print clearly.

For registration by mail, complete the ENTIRE Registration Form and mail to:

Minds in Motion, c/o Milford Education Foundation,

107 Oronoque Road, Milford, CT 06461

Child’s Name _________________________________Age______Grade______

Student Workshop Choices:

1) __________________________ 4)______________________________

2)___________________________ 5)______________________________

3)___________________________ 6)______________________________

Child’s Name ________________________________Age_____Grade_______

Student Workshop Choices:

1) __________________________ 4)______________________________

2)___________________________ 5)______________________________

3)___________________________ 6)______________________________

Child’s Name ________________________________Age_____Grade_______

Student Workshop Choices:

1) __________________________ 4)______________________________

2)___________________________ 5)______________________________

3)___________________________ 6)______________________________

Workshops may be photographed or videotaped for MIM records and promotional

Materials (no names). If you do not want your child to be included, initial here____

REGISTRATION FEES Membership registration rates may be

used if already a CAG member or if

new or renewed CAG membership is

paid with registration.

Non-CAG Member Registration

Fee:

$35. Per child: $______

CAG Member Registration Fee:

$25. Per child: $______

CAG Annual Membership:

$15. Per family $______

I wish to add a donation for

scholarships/programs $______

Total $______

Please make checks payable to

CAG.

No child will be turned away due to

financial need. Please e-mail

MIMMilford@ctgifted.org to request

scholarships, or call the Milford

Education Foundation at

(203) 941-0633.

Registration online or by mail

Deadline:

Friday, February 27, 2015

Register Early!

Workshops fill quickly!

First come, first served! ADULT PROGRAM FREE

All adults are welcome!

NOTE: Children of parents/guardians who volunteer receive priority registration.

Will you commit to be an adult volunteer? _______ Grade preference _______ YOU WILL NOT NECESSARILY BE ASSIGNED TO YOUR CHILD’S WORKSHOP.

Adult Volunteer Name: _________________________________________________

Email address (if different from below): _________________________________

Parent/ Email

Guardian Name__________________________________ address: ___________________________________________________

Address____________________________________________________________________________________

Cit City____________________________________________State________ Zip Code_______________________

Telephone (Home)_________-__________-_____________Cell__________-__________-_____________

Emergency Contact ________________________________________ Phone_________ - __________ - ___________

Keynote Address & Adult Workshops are free; pre-registration required. (Circle what you will attend.)

Adult #1: Keynote Workshop # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Adult #2: Keynote Workshop # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Directions to Jonathan Law High School, 20 Lansdale Avenue, Milford

FROM I-95 TRAVELING NORTH (From Greenwich): Take Exit 34, for Route 1 (Bridgeport Avenue) Milford. Turn left onto Bridgeport Avenue, but stay in the right lane. Turn right at the next intersection which is Lansdale Avenue. Jonathan Law High School will be on your right hand side. The parking lot entrance is on the immediate right after the shopping center.

FROM I-95 TRAVELING SOUTH (From New Haven): Take Exit 34, for Route 1 (Bridgeport Avenue) Milford. Turn left onto Bridgeport Avenue, but stay in the right lane. Turn right at the next intersection which is Lansdale Avenue. Jonathan Law High School will be on your right hand side. The parking lot entrance is on the immediate right after the shopping center.

FROM THE MERRITT PARKWAY TRAVELING NORTH (From Greenwich): Take Exit 54, toward interstate I-95/US1 Milford/New London. This turns into the Milford Parkway. Take the US1 Southbound exit off the Milford Parkway. Take a right onto Boston Post Road (US1). Continue for just under 2 miles to Lansdale Avenue and take a left. Jonathan Law High School will be on your right hand side. The parking lot entrance is on the immediate right after the shopping center.

FROM THE MERRITT PARKWAY TRAVELING SOUTH (From Hamden): Take Exit 54, toward interstate I-95/US1 Milford. This turns into the Milford Parkway. Take the US1 Southbound exit off the Milford Parkway. Take a right onto Boston Post Road (US1). Continue for just under 2 miles to Lansdale Avenue and take a left. Jonathan Law High School will be on your right hand side. The parking lot entrance is on the immediate right after the shopping center.

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