Page 49 August 2011 Since 1972 ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL 5115 E. Virginia, Phoenix | 602-840-2342 Our goal is to nurture a child’s love of learning and sense of social and personal responbility using the child-centered Montessori philosophy and curriculum to develop the intellectual, compassion, physical, artistic, and academic excellence inherent in each child. Sin Openings for our new Infant Program Ages 12-18 months A complete, elementary education for Kindergarten through Grade 8 Consistently high nationalized test scores Faith-based programs including Community Service activities A comprehensive curriculum made up of core subjects as well as Religion, Music, Art, Computer (K-8) and Spanish (K-8) Extracurricular activities including band, choir, student council, after- school sports, scouts and chess Teachers and staff accept the challenge of meeting students’ needs academically, emotionally and spiritually Smaller class sizes: one goal of OLPH School is to set the maximum class size below the guidelines established by the Diocese of Phoenix Daily prayer and school Masses throughout the year with special celebrations on Holy Days such as the Children’s Nativity Mass on Christmas Eve A strong sense of community among school families Excellence in Education for Over 50 Years Creating Life-Long Learners & Active Faith-Filled Christians OLPH is accepting applications for the 2011-2012 school year, grades K-8 . Our new Parish Life Center and school gymnasium are complete! Call us today and schedule a tour of our beautiful campus. Our Lady o Perpetual Help Catholic School Come see what's NEW at OLPH! 3801 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480.874.3720 olphaz.com/school New Way Academy is a K-12, accredited independent day school specializing in educating students with dyslexia, ADHD, and other language-based learning differences. Call to schedule a tour! Contact Denise Walker, Director of Admissions, 480-946-9112 ext. 101 /UI4U 4DPUUTEBMFt tOFXXBZBDBEFNZPS g Is Your Child Struggling In School? www.ontracktutoring.com/ ARCADIA (480) 563-5588 call today! FRQÀGHQFH . 6XFFHVV EHJLQVZLWK Supporting students of all abilities since 1989, On-Track helps EXLOGFRQÀGHQFHDQGVXFFHVV through tutoring, edu- cational consulting, 7KH :ULWLQJ,QVWLWXWH TM , Strategic Connections TM Executive Function (AD/HD) Skills Training, SAT/ACT and other test prep, an LQWHQVLYHGD\ VFKRROSURJUDP , and VXPPHUSURJUDPV . 2QHRQ2QH 6PDOO*URXSV (3:1) $W+RPHRU2Q6LWH $OO$JHV $ELOLWLHV <HDU5RXQG Maple House Continued from page 48 arcadiadaily.com arcadiadaily.com “They inspire business owners.” Last Mother’s Day, the store held an art show highlighting the works of Marless Felows, who was a featured artist in Phoenix Home and Garden in November, and her sister (and Larry’s friendly ex wife) Jacque Cohan. Another art show is planned for August 26-28. Mike said he likes having genuine art, and not just posters, peppered throughout the store. “Art gives the furniture more possibilities, and it’s good for foot traf fi c,” he said. Their mother collected handmade quilts for 50 years, and her sons are planning on having a show of some 150 quilts in the future. Ten to 15 can be seen at the store gracing beds and walls now. Most are Amish, and 90 percent hand stitched. “She couldn’t sew a button on a shirt, but she appreciated those who could,” Larry said.
Directory of Schools Directory of Schools BRIDGEWAY TRANSITION PROGRAM www.bridgewayaz.org The Bridgeway Transition Program is an innovative, comprehensive network of support that offers resources, professional academic counseling, tutoring, and social opportunities that provide a safety net to students with learning disabili- ties to encourage them to stay in school and achieve success. Bridgeway is especially designed for high school seniors and recent grads who have learning challenges and bene Ƃ t from extra support to complete their goals and become productive community citizens. 1300 N 77th Street, Scottsdale • 480-946-9112 p 13 1 1 1 Little Big Minds is a Spanish Immersion preschool for students ages 2 to 5. We focus on fostering a nurturing, challenging, and dynamic environment that opens our students eyes to a world of possibility. Our interdisciplinary, center-based curriculum provides sound academic fundamentals with an emphasis on global cultural awareness. 4601 N. 34th Street., Phoenix • 602-910-4417 www.littlebigmindspreschool.com LITTLE BIG MINDS PRESCHOOL New Way Academy is Arizona’s premier non-pro Ƃ t, independent day school educating children with learning differences. With over 43 years experience, our team of highly-trained teachers instructs stu- dents in grades K-12, using multi-sensory, instructional strategies de- signed for dyslexia, ADHD, and other language-based learning differ- ences. Our students gain con Ƃ dence in their academic performance, develop positive self-esteem, and discover a renewed joy in learning. 1300 N. 77th Street, Scottsdale • 480-946-9112 NEW WAY ACADEMY www.newwayacademy.org Be directly involved in your child’s early education! Enjoy precious time bonding and creating memories together in our child-centered, friendly learning community. Because parents assist in the class- room, tuition is much less than at traditional preschools. Welcoming children turning 2.5 - 4.5 by August 1. 5524 East Lafayette, Phoenix • 602-840-3130 www.soh-ucc.info SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS PRESCHOOL Christ Lutheran School provides a quality academic program with strong values based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Christian education provides more than just a quality academic program, it also provides the foundation for a child’s spiritual life. Christ Lutheran School is a special place where students are encour- aged to grow in their faith and to develop their gifts and talents. 3901 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix • 602-957-7010 CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL www.clsphx.org Our school environment and curriculum provide children with a life-long love of learning. Our goal is to nurture a child's love of learning and sense of social and personal responsibility using the child-centered Montessori philosophy to develop the intellectual, compassion, physical, artistic, and academic excellence inherent in each child. 5115 E. Virginia Avenue, Phoenix • 602-840-2342 ARCADIA MONTESSORI www.arcadiamontessori.com Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School is dedicated to fostering the spiritual growth of our students in an emotionally safe and academically sound environment. Our school exists to educate students to be self-directed, life-long learners, and faithful Disciples of Christ. 3801 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale • 480-874-3720 OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP www.olphaz.com/school Scottsdale Country Day School ensures its PK-8th grade students receive lots of quality attention. With a maximum of 15 students in each class, students thrive in their core curriculum classes as well as Mandarin, Spanish, economics, technology, P.E., drama, art, and music classes. Tuition starts at $4,500 for the year and the entire SCDS faculty are highly quali Ƃ ed and experienced educators. 10460 N. 56th Street, Phoenix • 480-452-5777 www.scdsaz.com SCOTTSDALE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL