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Kathryn WoodFloral Design Instructor

Kathryn Wood has had a love of flowers all her life.Growing up on a large farm in a small town in Alabamagave her an appreciation for nature. The abundance offresh flowers she encountered while spending time inGermany while serving in the U. S. Army fueled her desireto someday own her own flower shop. That dream wasrealized when she bought Rex Florist in 1992. She grewthe business from an 800 square foot building to a 2800square foot store in Eagle’s Landing before selling herinterest in 2011.

She earned her Georgia Master Florist Certificationthrough the Georgia State Florist Association and wasactive in the organization throughout her career as a retailflorist. She won the Adelle Bartlett Trophy for Professionaldesign at the Southeastern Flower show in 1999. Kathrynloves to share her knowledge and love for flowers with herstudents and appreciates the opportunity CSU ConEd hasgiven her.

WithWhat Our Students

are Saying …“The instructor was more than helpful. The objectives

were met and I learned a lot in the short windowof time. The class was great.”—Anita Pettus, Sewing Basics

“Kathryn was great! She showed us (floral design)concepts in a wonderful and supportive environment.”

—Shaina Washington, Floral Design:Fresh Arrangements for Special Occasions

“It was a really fun class! Thank you, Kelly!”—Starla Hobby, Cake Decorating Basics

“Cassandra is very knowledgeable about ASL.She is patient and kind and takes the time to answerall of our concerns. I would highly recommend her

to anyone interested in ASL.” —Angel McElveen, American Sign Language 1

Complete College Georgia to improve college graduation rates!Under the direction of Governor Nathan Deal’s Complete College Georgia initiative, theUniversity System of Georgia (USG) and the Technical College System of Georgia (TSSG)must address the critical need to produce an additional estimated 250,000 graduates withcertificate, associate or bachelor’s degree over the next eight years to meet future jobrequirements. Clayton State University is ready to help you succeed in completing a degree! We offer college math preparation, speed reading and the opportunity to getcollege credits for prior learning by taking CLEP exams in the Testing Center.

Statistics show that adults who are placed in remediation math in college after taking theCompass placement exam have a very low graduation rate. Avoid the risk of failing to reachyour dream of obtaining a college degree (and incurring additional debt.) Enroll now in ourhybrid math course….12 classroom sessions and access to the online curriculum for up toone year before you take the Compass exam. You will leave the course with confidenceand the skills to take college algebra. See page 2 for more information.

Speed Reading for adults, college students and entering high school students will help youlearn to read three times faster while improving comprehension, concentration andretention. See page 16.

Consider testing out of university courses this summer with the College-Level ExaminationProgram (CLEP). CLEP is offered twice a month at Clayton State University’s TestingCenter; see http://adminservices.clayton.edu/testingcenter/CLEP.htm.

For more information call (678) 466-5050. www.conted.clayton.edu Is this your dream?

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Youth Camps

Courses in Jonesboro

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Hundreds of Courses at Five CONVENIENT Locations!CE Main Campus2000 Clayton State BoulevardMorrow, GA 30260

CSU East5823 Trammell RoadMorrow, GA 30260

Clayton State University – Fayette(CSU Peachtree City)100 World DrivePeachtree City, GA 30269

Fayette Senior Services Life Enrichment Center4 Center DriveFayetteville, GA 30214

CE Jonesboro – Lucy Huie Hall9157 Tara BoulevardJonesboro, GA 30236

Please join us for an

Tuesday, August 28, 5:30 to 7:30 PMContinuing Education Building - Main Campus

Meet our instructors and learn more about our courses!

• Total Spanish• American Sign Language• Dance & Fitness• Floral & Interior Design• French

• Italian• Sewing• Guitar• Photography• And more!

Please go to our website www.conted.clayton.edu and register for 131CCONFB910A.

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2 ACADEMIC / TEST PREP

Continuing Education Summer 2012 | (678) 466-5050

Math Success - Filling in the Gaps with iLearn

Are you preparing to take the COMPASS, SAT, GED or GACE? Do youstruggle with math concepts on the job? Take this course - we guaranteeyou will learn and succeed! This course is totally self-paced andindividualized. Each student is assessed and taught exactly what theyneed to know using a highly effective math curriculum on the computerwith a qualified instructor who is available to tutor you every step of theway. You do not waste time working on concepts you already know.Based upon years of research on how people learn, the adaptive andsupportive features of the course curriculum ensure students are able toquickly experience high levels of success and actually enjoy the learningprocess. Even students with “math phobia or math anxiety” find it a veryrewarding way to learn math. As you move through the program, you willdiscover that your motivation becomes exceptionally high because youare learning and understanding the concepts - gaining confidence everystep of the way! Use the program in class and at home for up to one year.

Students should bring a laptop and headphones to each class sessionwith spiral notebook to take notes.

124CACD113 Mon Jun 4 - Aug 20 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 12 Sessions$299 with William D. Stone, Ed.D., math instructor

Basic Grammar Skills

Sharpen your writing skills for school or the workplace. This coursefocuses on the fundamentals of grammar and usage including (but notlimited to) parts of speech, sentence structure, subject-verb agreement,punctuation, and capitalization. Students will learn to communicate withgreater confidence and clarity on paper and on line. In addition, foreign-language learners will find that this grammar review is a most effective aidto mastery of a second language.

124CACD110 Tue, Thu Jun 5 - Jul 12, omit 7/3, 7/5 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 12 Sessions$199 with Carla Durham Walker, MA

Basic Writing Skills

Brush-up on the basic aspects of good writing skills! In this course, youwill review parts of sentences, parts of speech, subject/verb agreement,sentence structure using punctuation, nouns, pronouns, verbs andclauses to develop and clear and concise writing style.

131CACD115B Wed Jul 11 - Aug 15 10:00 AM to 12 N CE Main Campus 6 Sessions$129 with Diane Cox, EdS, Certified Teacher

131CACD115 Tue Jul 24 - Aug 28 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Main Campus 6 Sessions$129 with Carla Durham Walker, MA

GRE Preparation

Give yourself the tools for success on the GRE! In this course, you willreview math fundamentals in Problem solving and discover strategiesneeded to score high on Quantitative Comparison & Data interpretationquestions. You will also review verbal content such as Analogies,Sentence completion & Reading comprehension and gain tips &strategies about the Computer adaptive format of the GRE and usingthem to help improve your score.

Course meets Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Saturdays 9:00 AM to12:00 Noon.

Texbooks are required.

124EACD105B Tue, Sat Jun 12 - Jul 7 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM CSU East 8 Sessions$439 with Olu Sanya, founder, SuccessPrep

Hybrid

Chicago Style Steppin’ Level 1

Chicago-style Steppin’ is an improvisational formof partner dancing that consists of two peopledancing in synchronization to musical sounds ofR&B, Jazz, Soul, Soul or Rap Music. It is aderivative of The Jitterbug, the Swing, and TheBop, and individual style and flair are key in thedefinition and understanding of this dance form.You will learn technique and the basicfundamentals including dance etiquette, the BasicStep, all turns, lane structure, lead and followtechniques, evolved around a six or eight-countbeat. No partners are required! Upon completionof this certificate program, you will have theconfidence to showcase your skills to “Step” on thedance floor when we take a field trip to a localSteppers set!

124JDSF351B Mon May 14 - Jun 25, omit 5/28 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Carolyn Patterson, dance fitness expert

131JDSF351A Mon Jul 9 - Aug 13 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Carolyn Patterson, dance fitness expert

Chicago Style Steppin’ Level 2

If you enjoyed Chicago-Style Steppin’ Level 1 andwant to take your dance skills to the next level, thiscourse is for you! Pre-requisites: Chicago StyleSteppin’ Level 1 or comparable experience. Youwill perfect your partnering skills and technique,develop your dance style, learn double and tripleturns, dance combinations, trio dancing and muchmore. This is a certificate program and willconclude with a graduation ceremony andSteppers Set.

124JDSF352B Mon May 14 - Jun 25, omit 5/28 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Carolyn Patterson, dance fitness expert

Detroit Style Ballroom Dance

Detroit-style Ballroom is a partner dance thatoriginated in the early 60’s from the Bop and theGraystone, and has spread nationwide. Thisdance class will teach you the basic fundamentalsof Detroit Ballroom including the basic steps, allturns, lead and follow techniques. You will learnbalance, poise, grace and balance. Yourinstructors will help you develop ease ofmovement and lightness in your dance. Nopartners are required and no previous danceexperience is necessary.

124JDSF353B Sat May 19 - Jun 30 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Carolyn Patterson, dance fitness expert

131JDSF353B Sat Jul 21 - Aug 25 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Carolyn Patterson, dance fitness expert

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NCSF Personal Trainer CertificationInformation Session

124JCER091O Mon Jun 4 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM CE Jonesboro

NCSF Personal Trainer Certification

The NCSF Personal Trainer Certificate Program is a structured 33contact hour program designed for those students looking formaximal supervision and structure throughout their learningexperience. Each class addresses pertinent topics of the healthfitness professional. From health screening and assessment tocomprehensive program design for multiple populations, the courseempowers students with the skills necessary to become a qualifiedfitness professional. After the completion of the Personal TrainerCertificate Program students should be well prepared to take theNCSF Certified Personal Trainer examination. Price includes booksand exam fee.

124JCER091 Mon, Wed Jun 18 - Sep 17, omit 7/4, 9/3 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 25 Sessions$999 with certified instructor

Ballates: Ballet/Pilates Fusion

This course will utilize the proper technique of Ballet with the strengthtraining of Pilates to create an exercise program that will increase yourstrength, balance, and flexibility while bringing grace and elegance intoyour every day life.

124JDSF222 Tue May 15 - Jun 19 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Caitlin Collins, Atlanta Festival Ballet

124JDSF221A Sat May 19 - Jun 30, omit 5/23 11:00 AM to 12 N CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Jennifer Dunn

131JDSF222A Tue Jul 10 - Aug 14 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Caitlin Collins, Atlanta Festival Ballet

131JDSF221A Sat Jul 14 - Aug 18 11:00 AM to 12 N CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Jennifer Dunn

Body Burn Pilates

Body Burn (or Cardio) Pilates is known to boost up calorie burn andimprove cardiovascular fitness. It is an invigorating fusion of classicPilates movements and fat-burning cardio exercises. Cardio exerciseselevate your heart rate and keep it elevated for a continuous period oftime. Body Burn Pilates is proven to deliver a satisfying workout withstrengthening, body-shaping effects that have made Pilates one oftoday’s most popular fitness techniques. If you are looking to gain a littlemore muscle and maintain or get in shape, Body Burn Pilates is theanswer. This is for anyone who likes to have a good and fun workout.

131JDSF262 Wed Jul 11 - Aug 157:45 PM to 8:45 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Gabriella Dicara, fitness expert

Tai Chi

This is your passport to better health, fitness, peace of mind and so muchmore, as your mind and body work in harmony for great results. Thegentle flowing movements will treat your whole body to a relaxing workout.

124JDSF202A Mon Jun 4 - Jun 25 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM CE Jonesboro 4 Sessions$49 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

131JDSF202A Mon Jul 9 - Aug 13 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

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Fitness through Taekwondo

Plan to get in great shape and learn self defense. You will learn to achievegreat physical fitness, pressure point self defense tactics, and have anopportunity to pursue a black belt journey. This course is tailored towardsyour individual needs and personal victory. You learn fitness training,flexibility, and Taekwondo, while having lot of fun in a positive teamworkatmosphere.

124JDSF251A Wed May 16 - Jun 20 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$79 with Adisa Patridge andKareem Spence, 2nd degree Black Belt

131JDSF251A Wed Jul 11 - Aug 15 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$79 with Adisa Patridge andKareem Spence, 2nd degree Black Belt

Health and Cardio Fitness

The goal of this course is to enhance your physical activity to a levelwhich will help you to lower health risk factors such as cholesterol levels,blood pressure, stress related disorders and weight disorders. This classwill help you change the way you feel about your health and body. Youwill be given a general guide to a balanced diet, thus making intelligentchoices about what you eat. You will participate in activities in five areas:Coordination, Strength, Flexibility, Toning and Balance, all accompaniedby music.

124JDSF261A Wed, Fri May 16 - Jun 22 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM CE Jonesboro 12 Sessions$99 with Gabriella Dicara, dance fitness expert

Indoor-Outdoor Boot Camp 2x/Week

This fun and exciting course is specifically designed to integratechallenging workouts with the support of motivation and teamwork. Theactivities are challenging and unique. Everyone is expected to perform athis or her own level. We test body fat composition, so that you will knowwhere you stand with your weight.

124JDSF402B Mon, Thu May 7 - Jun 4, omit 5/28 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$99 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

124JDSF402C Mon, Thu Jun 11 - Jul 5 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$99 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

131JDSF402B Mon, Thu Jul 9 - Aug 2 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$99 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

131JDSF402C Mon, Thu Aug 6-30 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$99 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

Kicks n Cocktails

Kick off our new self-defense courses with a “girl’s night-out”which includes self-defense and a “Kick Cock-tail” (non-alcoholicof course).

131JDSF381 Fri Jun 296:00 PM to 8:00 PM CE Jonesboro 1 Session$19 with Lynnette Brown, fitness/self-defense expert

Divas in Defense

Designed for women, you will learn to be more aware, build self-esteem and get the tools you need to detect, avoid and escapeviolent situations.

131JDSF382 Sat Jul 14 - Aug 189:00 AM to 10:30 AM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$99 with Lynnette Brown, fitness/self-defense expert

Cardio Kickboxing

Cardio Kickboxing was developed not as a form of self defense, but ratheras a form of exercise unlike other martial arts. It’s main purpose is toencourage fitness and promote the sport of kickboxing. This one hourclass includes a mix of low and high intensity workout using kicks,punches, and core building moves. Sure to get your heart pumping whilehaving fun. The techniques provides both resistance training andcardiovascular benefits to its participants. This class is great forbeginners, intermediate, and advanced levels.

124JDSF252A Wed May 16 - Jun 20 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with CE Instructor

131JDSF252A Wed Jul 11 - Aug 15 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with CE Instructor

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Zumba® Gold

Zumba® Gold targets the largest growing segment of the population: babyboomers. It takes the Zumba® formula and modifies the moves and pacingto suit the needs of the active older participant, as well as those juststarting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same areall the elements the Zumba® Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latinmusic, like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton; the exhilarating,easy-to-follow moves; and the invigorating, party-like atmosphere. Activeolder adults want camaraderie, excitement and fitness as a regular part oftheir weekly schedule. Zumba® Gold is the perfect fit. It’s a dance-fitnessclass that feels friendly, and most of all, fun.

124JDSF374A Sat May 19 - Jun 30, omit 5/26 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Serena Garcia, certified fitness instructor

131JDSF374A Sat Jul 14 - Aug 18 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with Serena Garcia, certified fitness instructor

Zumba® Fitness 2x/Week

The Zumba® program fuses hypnotic Latin, Caribbean, and otherinternational rhythms. It focuses on easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. Regular Zumba®

participants achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absoluteblast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life.

High and low impact movements are taught. And you don’t have to be adancer to learn the simple, repetitive steps. The routines feature intervaltraining sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training arecombined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Add someinternational flavor and international zest into the mix and you’ve got aZumba® class!

124CDSF371B Mon, Wed May 14 - Jun 25, omit 5/28 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM Student Activities Center 12 Sessions$99 with Serena Garcia, certified fitness instructor

124JDSF371A Tue, Thu May 15 - Jun 21 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM CE Jonesboro 12 Sessions$99 with Serena Garcia, certified fitness instructor

131JDSF371A Tue, Thu Jul 10 - Aug 16 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM CE Jonesboro 12 Sessions$99 with Serena Garcia, certified fitness instructor

Zumba® Fitness Advanced 3x/Week

When participants see a Zumba® class in action, they can’t wait to give it atry. Zumba® classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin andinternational beats. Before participants know it, they’re getting fit and theirenergy levels are soaring!

The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slowrhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt yourbody while burning fat.

This specially created course is an advanced level Zumba® and werecommend beginners start with Zumba® Gold or Zumba® Fitness for threecourses at CSU Continuing Education before registering.

124JDSF372B Tue, Thu, Sat May 15 - Jun 26, omit 5/26 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM CE Jonesboro 18 Sessions$159 with Serena Garcia, certified fitness instructor

131JDSF372A Tue, Thu, Sat Jul 10 - Aug 18 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM CE Jonesboro 18 Sessions$159 with Serena Garcia, certified fitness instructor

Zumba® Toning

When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba® Toning raises the bar (or rather,the toning stick). It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba® moves to create a calorie-torching, strength-training dance fitness-party. Students learn how to uselightweight, maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone alltheir target zones, including arms, abs, glutes and thighs. Zumba® Toningis the perfect way for enthusiasts to sculpt their bodies naturally whilehaving a total blast.

124JDSF376A Sat May 19 - Jun 30, omit 5/26 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$69 with dance fitness expert

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American Sign Language 1

Learn to communicate using American Sign Language (ASL). Studentswill learn the major components of ASL, develop basic conversationalskills, and get an introduction to Deaf Culture. Textbook required.

124JLAN101 Wed Jun 6 - Aug 1, omit 7/4 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$199 with Cassandra Ammons, Certified ASL

124CLAN101 Sat Jun 23 - Aug 11 10:00 AM to 12 N CE Main Campus 8 Sessions$199 with Cassandra Ammons, Certified ASL

131SLAN101 Thu Jul 12 - Aug 12 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr 8 Sessions$199 with Cassandra Ammons, Certified ASL

French for Beginners

Explore the French language and culture in this eight week program.Participants will learn basic communication and conversational skills.Textbook is required.

124JLAN301 Tue Jun 5 - Jul 31, omit 7/3 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$199 with Mariella Crea, native language instructor

Italian for Beginners

This beginning course will focus on basic grammar skills and casualconversational greetings and questions. A general discussion of Italianculture will be included for those students who intend to travel to Italy forpleasure or business. Textbook is required. Order online atwww.ccsuestore.com or call 678-466-5050.

131JLAN453 Thu Jul 19 - Sep 6 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$199 with Mariella Crea, native language instructor

Total Spanish Level 1

Have you always wanted to learn Spanish? If so, this course is the placeto start! For beginners, this course is devoted to phonetics, vocabulary,parts of speech, expressions, and the present tense of all regular andirregular verbs, and the present progressive. Hands on activities andconnections to English as the first language will be heavily emphasized inthis approach.

124CLAN201 Sat Jun 9 - Aug 25 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM CE Main Campus 12 Sessions$299 with Sylvia Iacobucci, native language instructor

124JLAN201 Tue, Thu Jun 26 - Aug 9, omit 7/3, 7/5 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 12 Sessions$299 with Sylvia Iacobucci, native language instructor


This course will cover vocabulary, translation of simple sentences, pasttense, imperfect and future tenses. The materials of this course wouldrequire more oral practice and written exercises using prior knowledgefrom Total Spanish Level 1.

124SLAN202 Tue, Thu Jun 12 - Jul 26, omit 7/3, 7/5 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr 12 Sessions$299 with Ophelia Rivera, MA, Certified Spanish and ESL Teacher


This course will enrich your learning experience in Spanish through ajourney of multicultural literature, opening windows to explore the richnessof diversity in the American society. This is a great opportunity to bringyour prior knowledge of Spanish and to expand your knowledge ofvocabulary, while reviewing a fine selection of cultural and historicalinformation. At its core, the course aims to provide increased confidencein reading and writing in Spanish.

124JLAN203 Mon, Wed May 21 - Jul 2 omit 5/286:30 PM to 9:00 PM CE Jonesboro 12 Sessions$299 with Ophelia Rivera, MA, Certified Spanish and ESL Teacher

Conversational Spanish

You’ve mastered the fundamentals of the Spanish Language - now takeyour language skills to the next level! For students who have alreadycompleted several levels of Spanish instruction, this course introducesnew topics and vocabulary each time it is offered so may be taken overand over to gain fluency and put your knowledge into practice!

124JLAN204 Mon Jun 11 - Jul 30 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$199 with Anna Palomo, native language instructor

Speed Spanish

Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can withSpeed Spanish! This course is designed for anyone who wants to learnSpanish pronto. You’ll learn six easy recipes for gluing Spanish wordstogether to form sentences. In no time at all, you’ll be able to go into anySpanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. íQu? Bueno!

124OLAN102K starts on 5/16/2012, $159124OLAN102L starts on 6/20/2012, $159131OLAN102A starts on 7/18/2012, $159131OLAN102B starts on 8/15/2012, $159

Lethal Luau Murder Mystery

Welcome to Hawaii - beautiful beaches, volcanoes, flowers, andmurder! During our fun, interactive buffet dinner, enjoy and deliciousdinner and help solve the mystery! This hilarious "who-done-it" makes aperfect date night or night out with friends.

124CLEI911 Fri May 11 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session$39 with Sharon P. Foote, professional actress (SAG, AFTRA andAEA) and communications consultant

Murder Among the Roman Ruins

The renowned poet, Flabbius Corpus, invites you to a banquet for thepremier recitation of his historical work. When you arrive, you discovertheres been a murder in the garden and a priceless statue is missing!Join us for an evening of light-hearted suspense and a delicious dinnerbuffet. This will be a Roman feast that everyone will be dying to attend!

124CLEI912 Fri Jun 29 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session$39 with Sharon P. Foote, professional actress (SAG, AFTRA andAEA) and communications consultant

The Mystery of Pharoah’s Tomb

1932 Egypt - on the banks of the River Nile; the first archeologist toenter the long-lost tomb of Pharoah Shudnadundat, has suddenly beenstruck down with a fatal illness - and it's up to you to solve the mystery!Join us for a delicious dinner buffet and an evening full supsense andintrigue!

131CLEI913 Fri Aug 10 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session$39 with Sharon P. Foote, professional actress (SAG, AFTRA andAEA) and communications consultant

Interior Decorating

Begin by discovering your decorating styles then learn to recognizedifferent fabric types, coordinate fabrics and trim, understand paint andproper color choices. Understand the secrets of accessorizing and scalingfurniture types and sizes together. Have fun while learning how to pull atotal room together. Tips on shopping. Textbook required.

124JLEI600B Wed Jun 20 - Aug 15, omit 7/4 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM CE Jonesboro 8 Sessions$149 with Caryn Grossman, professional interior designer

131JLEI600 Thu Jul 12 - Aug 307:00 PM to 9:00 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr 8 Sessions$149 with Caryn Grossman, professional interior designer

Introduction to Professional Interior Decorating

Prerequisite: Interior Decorating

If you are thinking of running your own business, learn what it takes.Learn where to shop and what is involved with job costing. Explore how tofurther and more intensely mix fabrics, wallpapers, color and faux finishes.In this class you will also learn how murals and/or designs help fill difficultspaces, about remodeling, finding the right contractor, picking your ownfinishes and how to save money!!

124JLEI610B Tue Jun 19 - Jul 24 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$139 with Caryn Grossman, professional interior decorator

Floral Design: Fresh Arrangments for Special Occasions

You can learn to create beautiful, fresh flower arrangements that willbecome the focal point of any special event! In this hands-on workshop,you’ll discover tricks of the trade from an expert and leave at the end ofthe day with your very own fresh flower creation! Flowers and suppliesincluded in course fee.

124PLEI255B Sat Jun 2 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM CSU Peachtree City 1 Session$69 with Kathryn A. Wood, Georgia Master Florist

131JLEI255 Sat Jul 14 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM CE Jonesboro 1 Session$69 with Kathryn A. Wood, Georgia Master Florist

131JLEI255B Sat Aug 18 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM CE Jonesboro 1 Session$69 with Kathryn A. Wood, Georgia Master Florist

131SLEI255 Tue, Thu Aug 21, 23 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr 2 Sessions$69 with Kathryn A. Wood, Georgia Master Florist

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Crochet for Beginners

Crochet is back and sweeping the country. Learn to crochet by startingwith the chain, the single crochet, and the slip stitch. Move on to the halfdouble crochet and the double crochet stitches. Add the treble crochetstitch and the granny square and you will be able to start making a widevariety of patterns. Symbols and abbreviations will be covered to help withreading pattern instructions. A project will be successfully completed.Please bring one ball of light colored plain worsted yarn and one crochethook, size J. 6 sessions.

124JLEI730B Sat Jun 16 - Jul 21 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$99 with Jennifer K. Vincent, professional crotchet designer

Sewing Basics

If you have never sewed before but want to save money on clothes andadjustments, you need the basics. Get familiar with the sewing machine,how to select sewing notions and equipment for basic sewing, how tomeasure for and select patterns, how to read a pattern and guide sheet,how to select fabric, and how to do simple pattern adjustments for apersonal fit. This course will get you ready to take the Sewing I (or SewingIntermediate) course. Students should bring personal portable sewingmachine to class.

124JLEI450B Thu Jun 14 - Jul 5 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM CE Jonesboro 4 Sessions$59 with Angela Worrell, professional tailor and seamstress

131JLEI450 Tue Jul 10-31 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM CE Jonesboro 4 Sessions$59 with Angela Worrell, professional tailor and seamstress

Sewing Intermediate

Learn sewing skills including: taking body measurements, layout options,facing, gathers, pockets, zippers, hems and handstitches, and selectingpatterns, fabrics, and equipment. Students will make a simple dress,shorts, slacks or shirt. Each student must bring a portable sewingmachine to class.

124JLEI451 Tue May 15 - Jun 19 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$99 with Angela Worrell, professional tailor and seamstress

131JLEI451 Thu Jul 19 - Aug 23 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$99 with Angela Worrell, professional tailor and seamstress

Jewelry Making Intermediate

This course will expand on the techniques learned in the basic class. Thestudent will design and create a bracelet using a linking technique in thefirst session. The second session will allow the student to perfect thelinking technique to form a necklace and earrings; also the student willparticipate in an open forum, which will allow the student to learn anytechnique that the student is interested in developing (no wire-wrapping,requires more time than allowed). 2 sessions.

124JLEI712 Sat May 12-19 10:00 AM to 12 N CE Jonesboro 2 Sessions$49 with Demetra Rowan, professional jewlery designer

Guitar Level I

Playing a guitar can help you to relax and make you a popular guest atparties and other occasions. If you are age sixteen or older, and you own orhave access to a guitar, this eight week course may be just the thing for you!Instruction is provided on basic chords and chord progressions, strummingand picking methods. At the end of the course, participants will be able toplay easy folk and popular songs on the guitar. (No electric guitars please.)

124SLEI515 Thu Jun 7 - Aug 2 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr 8 Sessions$119 with Jack Lindsey, professional guitarist

124CLEI515B Wed Jun 20 - Aug 15 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM CE Main Campus 8 Sessions$119 with Jack Lindsey, professional guitarist

Massage for Couples

Do you like receiving neck, shoulder and foot massages? Do you want tolearn how to give a full body massage to that massage “buddy” and nottire our after five minutes? This class teaches some basic essentials ofSwedish massage. Partners will practice massage techniques on eachother. Registration is for couples only. Each student should wear loosefitting, comfortable clothes and a swimming suit underneath. Each coupleshould bring two fluffy pillows with pillow cases, two twin flat sheets, alarge floor blanket and their favorite lotion for massage.

NOTE: Registration fee is per couple.

124CLEI251 Sun Jun 10 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session$49 with Michael Clark, certified massage therapist

131PLEI251 Sat Jul 21 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM CE Peachtree City 1 Session$49 with Michael Clark, certified massage therapist

131CLEI251 Sun Aug 5 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM CE Main Campus 1 Session$49 with Michael Clark, certified massage therapist

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How to Become the Next YouTube Star!

What do Justin Bieber, Rebecca Black, MysteryGuitarMan, Maru the Catand Benton the Dog have in common? They all found fame throughYouTube and you can too! This class will teach you some of their tricksto gaining popularity and advertisers. In part one, you’ll discuss theingredients of good video and what makes it go viral. You’ll learn videoproduction techniques that can be applied to any device - cameraphones, pocket video cameras, tablets and mini-camcorders. You areencouraged to bring your preferred video recording device to the class.

In the second part of the course, you’ll showcase videos that you haveshot on your own time. Then you’ll learn how to create your ownYouTube channel and how to configure it to get viewer and advertisers.

131CCPT441 Sat Jul 21-28 10:00 AM to 12 N CE Main Campus 2 Sessions$49 with Rosemary Jean-Louis, digital media producer and editor of theblog digitalmediageek.com

Digital Photography I

Whether you are brand new to the digital world, or have recently jumpedin, this course will take the guesswork out and help you becomecomfortable with this new technology that has opened up a whole newworld of photographic possibilities. The course will teach you how to useyour digital camera to create great photos in a variety of conditions, howto manage your digital photo files, and print your pictures efficiently fromdigital sources.

124SLEI720 Tue Jun 5 - Jul 10 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr 6 Sessions$119 with Joe Sebo, professional photographer

131JLEI720 Wed Jul 11 - Aug 15 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$119 with Joe Sebo, professional photographer

Digital Photography II

If you enjoyed Digital Photography I, or just want to dig deeper into theworld of digital photography, this class is for you! Prerequisites: DigitalPhotography I or comparable experience. Students who have not takenDigital Photography I should receive advisement from the instructor beforeregistering for Level II.

124JLEI721B Mon Jun 4 - Jul 9 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$119 with Joe Sebo, professional photographer

131SLEI721 Tue Jul 17 - Aug 21 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr 6 Sessions$119 with Joe Sebo, professional photographer

Photographing Sports

Capture great sports images. Stop the action, get great exposures andcapture the moment of your loved one in their proudest moments.Students who have not taken Digital Photography I should receiveadvisement from the instructor before registering. 3 sessions.

131JLEI742 Thu Jul 12-26 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 3 Sessions$59 with Joe Sebo, professional photographer

Digital Photography Hands-On Immersion

Would you like to take better pictures, consistently? Do you want to getmore organized with your digital photo collection, or edit your digitalimages to make each one look its best? In just two Saturday sessions,this hands-on course covers the skills that are needed to become a betterdigital photographer.

It begins with camera skills. The course explains the purpose of thoseunfamiliar controls found on digital cameras, and how they can be used toget better results. Students will learn how to avoid exposure mistakes andhow exposure controls can be used to create dramatic photographiceffects. You will also learn valuable shooting techniques: how to choosethe right lighting, when and how to use flash, and easy techniques forbetter photo composition.

The second skill is organization. Students will learn how to manage agrowing collection of images on the computer, how to save steps whendownloading images from the camera and how to back up photocollections for safekeeping. You will also learn software tools for “tagging”images so they are easy to find later and how to automate the process ofemailing images.

The third skill is image editing. The course will help you choose the rightsoftware for your needs. It demonstrates how to improve any image with abasic edit (brightness, contrast, color balance, retouching) by doing theright steps in the right order. It also covers the powerful RAW file format,and how RAW impacts the editing workflow process. Please bring yourcamera, the instruction manual, and all your questions.

If you have a laptop with Adobe Photoshop Elements (version 4 orhigher), bring it to class and practice the computer skills as they aredemonstrated!

131CLEI205 Sat Jul 14-21 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM CE Main Campus 2 Sessions$129 with Jestein Futrell, professional photographer

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Photographing Weddings

Learn how to get professional results that will please the bride and groomand everyone else. Learn the steps that go into covering a wedding aswell as the technical requirements. Students who have not taken DigitalPhotography I should receive advisement from the instructor beforeregistering. 3 sessions.

124JLEI741 Thu Jun 14-28 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CE Jonesboro 3 Sessions$59 with Joe Sebo, professional photographer

Digital Scrapbooking

So you've got a digital camera and you're able to take photos wherever,whenever! But what do you do with the photos of all those specialmemories? Join instructor, Sissy Carroll, as she demonstrates how tocreate your own digital scrapbook as well as creating unique gifts likecanvas prints, calendars, greeting cards, and so much more to share withfamily and friends!

Bring your laptop to the workshop loaded with your digital photos to getright to work on your special creations!

131PLEI500 Sat Jul 1410:00 AM to 4:30 PM CSU Peachtree City 1 Session$49 with Sissy Carroll, professional scrapbooking consultant

Secrets of Better Photography

Designed for both film and digital photographers, this course is filled withtips and tricks to help you take better photographs. You’ll learn the basictechnology that all cameras use, and you’ll receive helpful information onexposure and lighting. You’ll also explore strategies for taking excellentphotos in all types of situations, including portraiture, landscape, macroand still life.

Requirements: A digital or film camera, Internet access, e-mail, and theMicrosoft Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox Web browser. This classdoes not involve digital editing or other computer specific programs, soboth Mac and Windows operating systems are welcome.

124OLEI103K starts on 5/16/2012, $159124OLEI103L starts on 6/20/2012, $159131OLEI103A starts on 7/18/2012, $159131OLEI103B starts on 8/15/2012, $159

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Make Music this Summer!The Preparatory School

A T C L A Y T O N S T A T E U N I V E R S I T Y

Private lessons and group classes with our faculty of professionalmusicians are available to the community at a modest fee in thePreparatory School. All lessons are given in the Music EducationBuilding, adjacent to Spivey Hall, on the Morrow campus of ClaytonState University.

Private Lessons (5-week & 8-week options)Registration begins the week of May 7, 2012.Lessons begin the week of June 4, 2012.Private lessons are made by appointment with instructors.Lessons available in piano, voice, violin, viola, guitar, percussion,and more.

Piano Camp (Ages 6-10)Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PMJune 9 – July 7, 5 Sessions$150.00 Registration Deadline: June 1, 2012

Musical Theatre Camp (6th – 12th grade)Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMJuly 16-20, 5 Sessions$250.00 Registration Deadline: June 29, 2012

For more information, visit us at http://a-s.clayton.edu/music orcontact the Preparatory School at (678) 466-5600.

Engineers and Ecosystems (Ages 7-11)

This camp is bound to be the funnest way your child has ever learnedabout engineering and biology in the special combo camp! Each day,students will spend half of the day becoming junior engineers, creatingmachines with special LEGO construction kits. The rest of each days willbe spent in engaging and hands-on study of biology and science! For thechild who loves learning and hands-on activity, this camp is sure to be ahit! Students should bring a sack lunch to camp each day.

124CYOU101 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Jun 11-15 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 5 Sessions$299 with CE Instructors

Wild West Adventure: A Cross-Curricular Camp(Ages 7-11)

History comes alive with this week-long interactive camp! Learn aboutpioneers, mountain men, outlaws & bandits, Native Americans, and someof history’s most interesting characters. Students will enjoy learningwilderness survival techniques, folk songs of the wild west, reinact majormilestones in America’s westward expansion, and so much more!Students will also cover science, geography, language arts and math inthis cross-curricular experience. Students should bring a sack lunch tocamp each day.


Sleuths and Scientists Jr. (Ages 7-11)

Budding detectives and scientists are sure to enjoy this camp which eachday introduces new mysteries to solve and fascinating hands-on scienceexperiments! Foster imagination and encourage learning for your 7-11year old with Sleuths and Scientists Jr.! Students should bring a sacklunch to camp each day.

124CYOU102 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Jun 18-22 9:00 AM to 4:00 AM CE Main Campus 5 Sessions$259 with CE Instructors

Exploring South America & Espanol (Ages 7-11)

Get immersed in the Spanish language and discover the fascinatingregions of South America! Daily language lessons will be enhanced withgeography, cultural studies, music, art, science and much more! From theotherwordly Valley of the Moon in Chile to the biodiversity of Ecuador'sGalapagos Islands, from the ancient Incan empire of Peru to themysterious Amazonian rainforest of Brazil, join us on an amazingadventure of language and cultural discovery! Students should bring asack lunch to camp each day.


Comic Strips and Calculations (Ages 7-11)

Encourage your childs creativity and learning this summer! In theinnovative combo camp, children will spend half of the day learning tocreate their very own comic strips - focusing on character creation, storydevelopment, and art - and the remainder of the day improving their mathskills with hands-on activities, worksheet, games, and songs! Your kidswill have a blast in this camp AND come home each day with a wealth ofnew information they have learned! Students should bring a sack lunch tocamp each day.


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Digging Up the Past! A Cross-Curricular Camp(Ages 7-11)

Encourage your child to become an archeologist or a historian thissummer with Digging up the Past! Children will be immersed in cross-curricular units on the Ancient Civilizations of Egypt, Greece and Rome.Archeology, geography, geology, cultural studies, as well as reading,writing and math will all be covered in this innovative cross-curricularprogram. Learning has never been so exciting! Students should bring asack lunch to camp each day.


Cakes, Cookies, and Characters (Ages 7-11)

In this fun-filled day camp, students will enjoy hands-on cake decoratingfrom a master sugar artist as well as improving their reading and languagearts skills! Each day will be varied with different icing project and reading& language arts projects that will be sure to encourage their love ofcreative design and learning! Students should bring a sack lunch to campeach day.

131CYOU104 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Jul 9-13 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 5 Sessions$259 with CE Instructors

Spaceships & Sign Language (Ages 7-11)

Embark on a journey to the planets and stars and learn a new language inthis incredible week of discovery! Participants will enjoy learning about oursolar system, astronauts, and the amazing world beyond earth’satmosphere! In this special combo camp, children will spend half of eachday learning about outer space and the other half will be spent learningAmerican Sign Language. Children are sure to have a blast in thisinteractive, “hands-on” experience! Students should bring a sack lunch tocamp each day.


Dinosaurs and Drawing (Ages 7-11)

Come learn about the crazy world of dinosaurs and unleash your innerartist! Each day will be full of fun history, science, archeology, andadventure as you uncover the prehistoric world of the amazing dinosaurs!You’ll also learn skills from an artist as you improve your drawing skillseach day. Sure to be a hit for the young person who loves adventure andart! Students should bring a sack lunch to camp each day.


Underwater Adventure! A Cross-Curricular Camp(Ages 7-11)

With about 70% of our earth’s surface covered with water, children willlearn about the amazing world beneath the waves! Throughout thislearning adventure, children will explore the fascinating creatures fromoceans around the world, compare and contrast saltwater and freshwaterenvironments, and much more! Diving into observation and discovery,children will learn to value our earth’s precious resources and learn whatthey can do to make our world a better place. Once again, our curriculumhas a huge array of learning possibilities for your children with classes inmajor academic areas and exciting exploratory classes. Students shouldbring a sack lunch to camp each day.


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Motors and Math (Ages 12-16)

Students will learn valuable skills in engineering, problem solving,electricity, and math in this combo camp! Learning to create vehicles andmachines with special LEGO construction kits and then focusing on mathskills for the remainder of the day will allow students to look forward toeach day’s learning adventure! Students should bring a sack lunch tocamp each day.


Photography and Photosynthesis (Ages 12 - 16)

Enter the amazing world of photography and plants! Learn how to takeamazing digital photos from a professional photographer - learn the basicsand then put them to practice with photo shoot opportunities throughoutthe week. In this interactive combo camp, part of each day will be spentstudying and practicing digital photography and the remainder of the daywill be spent exploring the amazing world of plants. In a hands-onexploration, students will uncover the amazing science of botany.Students should bring a digital camera and bag lunch to camp each day.


Acting and the Amazon (Ages 12-16)

Expand your horizons with this combo camp that include an intro to dramaand a study of the fascinating countries of South America! Learn essentialskills, audition and performance techniques, and tips of the trade from aprofessional actor. Learn about the geography, culture, and history ofSouth American countries and maybe even pick up some words orphrases in Spanish and Portuguese! Students should bring a sack lunchto camp each day.


Sleuths and Scientists (Ages 12-16)

For your budding detective or scientist, this camp will provide hours ofcreative learning! Each day will introduce a new mystery to solve andmany hands-on science experiments. Perfect for exploring a potentialcareer or study path, this camp will also be great preparation for schoolcourses. What a fun way to learn over the summer!


Animation and Allegories (Ages 12-16)

Learning has never been so exciting! In this teen combo camp, students willspend a portion of each day gaining an introduction to the amazing world ofvideo animation and creating their own projects. The remainder of each daywill be spent improving their skills in Language Arts through engagingprojects and assignments. Students should bring a sack lunch to campeach day.


Myths and Marzipan (Ages 12-16)

Explore the origin & inspirations for many of the most popular teen booksand movies today and create your own fantasy inspired decorated cakes!Did you know that the Greek legend of Theseus and the Minotaur servedas inspiration for The Hunger Games? Learn more about the origins ofmany of the heroes and monsters that abound in contemporary teenfiction like The Hunger Games, Twilight, Harry Potter, The MortalInstruments, and more! Reading and writing projects will enhance theliterature study. You'll also enjoy a portion of each day learning from amaster sugar artist to create your own fantasy-inspired cakes! Studentsshould bring a bag lunch to camp each day.


Comics and Creative Writing (Ages 12-16)

Teens in this awesome combo camp will spend a portion of each daycreating their very own comic books and the remainder of each day fine-tuning their skills as writers. For the teen who enjoys learning and islooking for creative outlets, this is a perfect summer camp! Studentsshould bring a sack lunch to camp each day.


Our summer camps are taught by certified schoolteachers, artists, industry professionals, and experts inspecific subject areas. We believe that our instructors bringthe highest quality of education and experience into theclassroom. Learn more about our instructors on our websiteat www.conted.clayton.edu/summer!

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Mummies and Music Production (Ages 12-16)

Explore the fascinating history of Ancient Egypt and then unleash your innermusic producer in this engergetic, hands-on combo camp! History comesalive through special guests, hands-on acitivities, video, and projects as youstudy the amazing world of ancient Egypt. Navigate the sound waves ofyour own creativity learning the technological tools and techniques of musicproduction. Explore the ins and outs of sound engineering cultivating an earfor sound manipulation, mixing and mastering, musical arranging and muchmore! This camp combines the best of ancient history and high-tech hiphop! Students should bring a sack lunch to camp each day.


Avatars and Action: Teen Video Game Academy(Ages 12-16)

Are you crazy about video games? Now you can go behind the action andlearn how to create your own! This participatory class will offer aninformation-packed introduction to the world of video game design andallow you the opportunity to use your own creativity in original gamedesign! Students should bring a sack lunch to camp each day.


French, Flowers, and Frescoes (Ages 12-16)

French, floral design, and fresco painting all in one interactive week! Gainan introduction to the beautiful French language and culture. Explore thebasics of floral design and creating your very own decorative arrangementsto take home! Learn the fascinating history of fresco painting and unleashyour inner artist as you create your very own fresco wall hanging! If youenjoy language, culture, and art, you'll be thrilled with this camp! Studentsshould bring a sack lunch to camp each day.

131CYOU2052 Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Jul 16-20 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM CE Main Campus 5 Sessions$279 with CE Instructors

Youth Fitness Courses!

Zumbatomics Big Starz (Ages 8-12)

Zumbatomic Big Starz Designed exclusively for kids (ages 8-12),Zumbatomic classes are rockin’, high-energy fitness-partiespacked with specially choreographed, kid-friendly routines and allthe music kids love, like hip-hop, reggaeton, cumbia and more.Parents love Zumbatomic because of the effects it has on kids,increasing their focus and self-confidence, boosting metabolismand enhancing coordination. Zumbatomic rounds out familyfitness goals by giving parents a great reason to head to the gym- for themselves, for their kids, for a totally fun family experience.

124JDSF375A Sat May 19 - Jun 30, omit 5/26 12 N to 1:00 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$59 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

131JDSF375A Sat Jul 14 - Aug 18 12 N to 1:00 PM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$59 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

Zumbatomics Little Starz (Ages 4-7)

Designed exclusively for kids (ages 4-7), Zumbatomic classesare rockin’, high-energy fitness-parties packed with speciallychoreographed, kid-friendly routines and all the music kids love,like hip-hop, reggaeton, cumbia and more. Parents loveZumbatomic because of the effects it has on kids, increasing theirfocus and self-confidence, boosting metabolism and enhancingcoordination. Zumbatomic rounds out family fitness goals bygiving parents a great reason to head to the gym - forthemselves, for their kids, for a totally fun family experience.

124JDSF373A Sat May 19 - Jun 30 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$59 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

131JDSF373A Sat Jul 14 - Aug 18 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM CE Jonesboro 6 Sessions$59 with Yvette Winder, dance fitness expert

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Three Programs for 4-Year-Olds through Entering 2nd GradersPhonics • Comprehension • Independent ReadingStudents in these programs make significant gains in phonics, sightvocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. As a result, your child willbecome a fluent independent reader, build confidence, and become moresuccessful in school.

Two Programs for Entering 3rd Graders and Entering 4th & 5th GradersFluency • Comprehension • Long-Word DecodingStudents in these programs learn to read more fluently and rapidly andmake significant gains in comprehension. They learn the long-worddecoding skills they need to read the many new words they encountereach day. As a result, your child will complete reading assignments morequickly and easily, be more successful in school, and become a strong,enthusiastic reader.

Two Programs for Entering 6th–8th and Entering 9th–11th GradersSpeed Reading • Comprehension • Study SkillsIn these programs, students make substantial gains in comprehensionwhile doubling their reading speed. They learn the best way to readtextbooks, take notes, and study for tests. Your son or daughter willcomplete homework assignments quickly and easily, get better grades,and become a more motivated student. Our students enjoy reading moreand develop the lifelong habit of reading for pleasure.

For Adults, College Students, and Entering High School Seniors

Speed Reading for Work,School, and PleasureIn our adult speed reading program,you will learn to read twice as fast indifficult material, such as academicand professional journals or collegetextbooks. In easier reading, such asnovels, newspapers, and mostbusiness and school materials, youwill read three times faster.

Additionally, the comprehension, concentration, and retentiontechniques you learn will enable you to remember more and cutdown on re-reading. You’ll get more out of everything you read,and find reading more enjoyable and personally rewarding. As aspecial bonus, you will receive a lifetime instruction privilege,which allows you to repeat the program at any time—for free!

These programs are designed and taught by instructors from the

Institute of Reading Development.

For more information, or to register, please call

1-800-979-8980.

Programs on Clayton State University Campus and in Conyers and Fayetteville

Summer Reading Skills

Programs

Highlights: Rome, Assisi, Basilica of St. Francis,Montecatini Terme, Siena, San Gimignano, Winery Tour,Florence and a Tuscan Feast!

Departs Thursday, November 1-10, 2012 10 days / 13 mealsDouble occupancy $3199

Majestic and sublime, the Canadian province of Alberta is aland of scenic delights. With accommodations dressed upfor the holidays as spectacular as the mountainsthemselves, get set to be pampered in the heart of theRockies! Travel Via Rail Canada’s Snow Train Express.

Departs December 8, 2012 7 days / 9 mealsDouble occupancy $2999Itinerary: Westin Hotel, Edmonton, The Fairmont JasperPark Lodge, Jasper, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise,Lake Louise, The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff

Clayton State University has partnered with Collette Vacations to offer you fabulous travel opportunities! Both trips include round trip airfrom Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (Atlanta), air taxes and fees/surcharges of $150, hotel accommodations based upon double

occupancy (single occupancy is available for an additional fee), hotel transfers, and meals and tours as described in the itinerary.

Visit www.conted.clayton.edu/travel to download a brochure or call (678) 466-5050 to request one by mail.

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Yes, you read the title correctly. North Georgia has become anotable wine producing area, and their vineyards are alreadywinning awards. Join us on Saturday, June 9, as we drive bymotorcoach up Georgia 400 to Dahlonega, GA, for a day oftasting, shopping, and more tasting. Select your pick-up sitefrom Fayette Senior Services or our Main Campus in Morrowand enjoy a day with our lively group as we visit three NorthGeorgia wineries. Also includes a 2-hour stop in historicdowntown Dahlonega for lunch and shopping on your own.Registration fee covers motorcoach transportation andtours/tastings at all three wineries!

124CTRV103 Sat Jun 238:30 AM to 7:30 PM CE Main Campus $99

124STRV103 Sat Jun 238:00 AM to 7:00 PM Fayette Sr Services-Life Enrichment Ctr $99

North Georgia Wine Tour

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COURSES AT CE JONESBOROAmerican Sign Language 1Ballates: Ballet/Pilates FusionCake Decorating BasicsCardio KickboxingChicago Style Steppin' Level 1Conversational SpanishCrochet for BeginnersDetroit Style Ballroom DanceDigital Photography IDigital Photography IIFitness through TaekwondoFloral Design: Fresh Arrangements

for Special Occasions

French for BeginnersHealth and Cardio FitnessHome Networking Made EasyIndoor-Outdoor Boot Camp 2x/WeekInterior DecoratingIntroduction to Professional

Interior DecoratingItalian for BeginnersPC Maintenance and TroubleshootingPhotographing SportsPhotographing WeddingsSewing BasicsSewing Intermediate

Tai ChiTotal Spanish Zumba® Fitness 2x/WeekZumba® Fitness Advanced 3x/WeekZumba® GoldZumba® ToningZumbatomics Big Starz (Ages 8-12)Zumbatomics Little Starz (Ages 4-7)

CE - JONESBOROLUCY HUIE HALL

9157 TARA BOULEVARD, JONESBORO, GA 30236

COURSES IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD!

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COME JOIN US AT TWO CONVENIENT LOCATIONS IN FAYETTE COUNTY!

Courses are offered at two locations in FayetteCounty—CSU Peachtree City and Fayette SeniorServices Life Enrichment Center

COURSES IN PEACHTREE CITYComputer Basics with Windows 7 and KeyboardingPhotoShop Elements

COURSES AT FAYETTE SENIOR SERVICESAmerican Sign Language 1Computer Basics with Windows XP

and KeyboardingDigital Photography IDigital Photography IIGuitar Level INorth Georgia Wine TourTotal Spanish Level 2

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CSU PEACHTREE CITY

4 CENTER DRIVE, FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214

100 WORLD DRIVE, PEACHTREE CITY, GA 30269

COURSES AT CE MAIN CAMPUSAmerican Sign Language 1Animation and Allegories (Ages 12-16)Avatars and Action: Teen Video Game Academy (Ages 12-16)Cakes, Cookies, and Characters (Ages 7-11)Comic Strips and Calculations (Ages 7-11)Comics and Creative Writing (Ages 12-16)Computer Basics with Windows 7 and KeyboardingDigital Photography Hands-On ImmersionDinosaurs and Drawing (Ages 7-11)Engineers and Ecosystems (Ages 7-11)Guitar Level IHow to Become the Next YouTube Star!Massage for CouplesMotors and Math (Ages 12-16)Murder Among the Roman Ruins - Murder Mystery DinnerNorth Georgia Wine TourPhotoShop ElementsSleuths and Scientists (Ages 12-16)Sleuths and Scientists Jr. (Ages 7-11)So You Want to be a CSI?The Mystery of Pharoah's Tomb - Murder Mystery DinnerTotal Spanish Level 1Total Spanish Level 2

COURSES AT CE EASTActing 101SAT Preparation - Math & Verbal

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CE – MAIN CAMPUS

2000 CLAYTON STATE BOULEVARD, MORROW, GA 30260

CE – EAST

We accept cash (in person only), checks, money orders, VISA,MasterCard, American Express, Discover and company purchaseorders. Make checks payable to Clayton State University. Checkpayments must be received at least 10 days before course start date.Payment in full must be received when you register.

Use our online registration system atwww.conted.clayton.edu.

Walk in registration is held Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Use your credit/debit card by calling (678) 466-5050 during office hours.

Use your credit/debit card; you may FAX your completedregistration form to (678) 466-5089.

Fill out the registration form on page 56 and return it to:Center for Continuing EducationClayton State University2000 Clayton State BoulevardMorrow, GA 30260

Clayton State University does not discriminate on the basis of race,color national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs andactivities. The following person has been designated to handleinquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of HumanResources: (678) 466-4230.

Statements made in this publication are for informational purposesonly. Clayton State University reserves the right to change, cancel orreschedule any course for any purpose without actual notice to anyindividual. However, every effort will be made to notify registrants ofany such changes. If a course is cancelled by the institution, theregistration fee will be refunded in full and constitute the sole remedyfor any course cancellation.

ALUMNI DISCOUNT: Clayton State University Center forContinuing Education gives a 10% discount on course registrationfees to dues-paying members of the Clayton State University AlumniAssociation. Please use the Alumni Discount Request form on ourCE website at http://conted.clayton.edu/. Click on forms. Therequest needs to be our sent to and approved by Gid Rowell,Director of Alumni Relations, who will confirm current status with theassociation. He will forward the request to the Center so that themember will be contacted and registration completed. This discountis valid with registrations for alumni, spouse and children. Onlinecourses and some others may be excluded. See Excluded fromDiscount Courses list on CE website.

ATTENDANCE POLICY: To successfully complete a course andreceive a certificate with CEUs, you must attend 80% of the classsessions, actively participate and complete all course requirements.Courses with four or less sessions require 100% attendance.

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES: Some courses require the student topurchase books and supplies that may not be included in the coursefee. Information about the supplies and books (title, author and ISBN)is posted on our website and will be printed on receipts. Studentsmay choose to use the Clayton State University Bookstore on maincampus, Amazon or Barnes & Noble.


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For your convenience, we acceptthe following credit cards.

CHILDREN: Most of our courses have been developed for adultlearners, therefore, we have a minimum age of 16 years to attend ourcourses. Unattended children are not allowed at any of our continuingeducation locations due to safety reasons.

CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY PRIVILEGES: As aClayton State University Continuing Education student, you may usethe Clayton State University Library during the time that you areenrolled in continuing education courses. Please take a copy of yourCE receipt and a valid Georgia driver's license to the library to utilizeresource materials and to check out books.

Please check the website for current operating hours:http://adminservices.clayton.edu/library/default.htm

IACET AUTHORIZED PROVIDER: The ClaytonState University Center for Continuing Educationhas been approved as an Authorized Provider bythe International Association for ContinuingEducation and Training (IACET), 1760 Old

Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102; (703) 506-3275. TheInternational Association for Continuing Education and Training is anon-profit association dedicated to quality continuing education andtraining programs. IACET accredits education providers that meetstrict continuing education guidelines based on the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard. IACET accreditation is the standard learners seek forquality when they choose a provider.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the case of any weather that mightcause a disruption in the normal events, Clayton State University hasan Emergency Weather Plan that includes the Office of UniversityRelations contacting a wide variety of Metro Atlanta news mediaoutlets that report weather-related closings. In case of a weatherrelated closing, or any other type of emergency closing, the Universityhas an extensive media contact list for such emergency situations. Forinformation about all radio and TV outlets that will be contacted uponclosing, please visit the University’s main webpage atwww.clayton.edu. During any potential emergency weather situation,information about Clayton State’s plans will also be available on theUniversity’s web page and through the University’s main telephonenumber (678-466-4000). Please do not call the Office of Public Safety,or the Office of University Relations.

At times of bad weather or other emergencies, University officialsmake decisions on whether or not to close the campus basedon public safety reports and other considerations. In such cases,the safety and security of the majority of students is a primeconsideration. If the University is closed, then classes arecancelled for all students. If the institution remains open, werecognize that there may be special circumstances that pertain toindividual students that are more serious than those that apply tothe majority. So, students are advised to use their best judgmentabout their safety and that of their families in those situations, andto consult with individual faculty members about making up losttime. In the event that other instructional sites are closed, everyeffort will be made to contact students and instructors by phoneand/or email.

OUR BUILDING AND OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED THEFOLLOWING DATES: May 26 - 28, July 4 and Sept. 3

INVOICE POLICY: In some instances your company may offer topay for your course. We can invoice them directly if you supply uswith your company’s purchase order or educational voucher. Pleasecheck our Invoice Policy on our website at http://conted.clayton.edu/courses/registrationPolicy.html for more details.

MILITARY EDUCATION BENEFITS: Various GI Bills are availablefor many different types of Education Programs. You are just a fewsteps away from finding out if you are eligible to receive Educationbenefits. All information can be completed online athttp://www.gibill.va.gov/. If you don't have the capability to applyonline, you can call 1-888-GI BILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) to have a formmailed to you.

If you are the spouse of military personnel, you may be eligible forEducation benefits also. Up to $4000 in tuition assistance isavailable to spouses of active duty service members in pay gradesE1-E5, W1-W2 and 01-02. For more information, please go tohttps://aiportal.acc or call 1-800-342-9647 to speak with a MyCAACareer and Education Consultant.

REFUND POLICY: Clayton State University Center for ContinuingEducation is self-supporting, so student registration fees must cover thecosts associated with developing and delivering high quality courses.

IF WE CANCEL A COURSE: Each course is closely monitored toensure sufficient enrollment. Three business days prior to the startdate, if we do not have sufficient enrollment to cover our costs, wemay have to cancel or postpone the course. We will notify studentsby phone and email. Students may choose to receive a full refundor transfer to a different course. Before a transfer is completed,any differences in registration fees will be refunded, if amount ofnew course is less than original fee, or must be paid, if fee for newcourse is greater than original fee.

IF YOU WITHDRAW FROM A COURSE OR TRANSFER TOANOTHER COURSE: You will be charged a 15% processing feeand receive the following:

85% refund for all withdrawals or credit towards a transfer madeten or more business days before the start date of the course

35% refund for all withdrawals or credit towards a transfermade three to nine business days before the start of the course

0% refund or credit made the day before the start date of thecourse or anytime following.

NOTE: Only ONE transfer is allowed.

Please allow two weeks for refunds to be processed. You maychoose to send a substitute at no charge. Please call (678) 466-5050 to make change. Check refunds are subject to a ten daybusiness hold from the date of the check to ensure that funds havecleared out bank. If you paid by credit card, your account will becredited. Failure to attend a course DOES NOT constitutes aformal withdrawal.

RETURN CHECK POLICY: Clayton State University will impose a$30.00 charge for all returned checks.

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Name: ____________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________________________

City:__________________________________________________________________________________ State: __________ Zip: ______________________

Day Phone: ______________________________________________________ Evening Phone: _________________________________________________

Cell Phone: ______________________________________________________ Email Address: __________________________________________________

Birth Year: ______________________________ Driver’s License Number (if paying by check): ________________________________________________

How did you hear about us? _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Method of Payment (NO CASH PLEASE)

❑ Check Security Code:❑ Visa ______________________❑ MC❑ DISC Exp. Date:❑ AMEX ______________________

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SPECIAL NEEDS: In order to participate or receive benefit ofcontinuing education programs, any person who can providedocumentation of one or more disabilities may be eligible for disabilityservices. Students requesting interpreters, assistance obtainingbooks on tap, special seating, Braille, arrangements to accommodatepersonal attendants and use of special equipment must requestservices one month prior to anticipated time of enrollment. Lessspecialized accommodations may be requested two weeks prior tothe first week of course. For more information or to request disabilityservices, please call (678) 466-5445.

STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER MEMBERSHIPS: A limited numberof Laker Community memberships and tennis memberships areavailable to members of the general community. Please check thefollowing website for more information:http://adminservices.clayton.edu/recwell/fitnesscenter/membership.htm.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT: By enrolling in a Clayton StateUniversity Center for Continuing Education class, students agree toconduct themselves at all times in a manner conducive to thepromotion of a positive and pleasant learning environment forthemselves and others. Belligerent, abusive, profane, threateningand/or inappropriate behavior on the part of students is a violation ofthe Clayton State University Student Code of Conduct. Possession,consumption of or the furnishing of alcoholic beverages or drugs onthe Clayton State University campus or any area affiliated withClayton State University is prohibited. Students who are found in

violation of the Code of Conduct may be subject to immediatedismissal and may be prohibited from registering for additionalContinuing Education classes.

All Continuing Education students are expected to uphold the highesthonor and integrity in completing class assignments. Plagiarism,cheating and all other forms of academic dishonesty are expresslyforbidden. A student engaging in, or assisting others to engage in,such acts will result in dismissal without refund and may be prohibitedfrom registering for additional Continuing Education classes. CEUswill not be awarded and a failing grade will be assigned on thestudent’s transcript (if applicable).

Clayton State University Student Code of Conduct can be found at: http://adminservices.clayton.edu/studentconduct/SCC--text%20version %202010-11.pdf

TRANSCRIPTS: If you want a listing of the courses you have taken inthe last three years, you can go online to http://www.conted.clayton.edu/transcripts.htm for complete directions to print it yourself. If you needan official listing sent to a school or employer, please go tohttp://www.conted.clayton.edu/transcripts.htm to download theTranscript Request Form. There is no fee for transcripts. Transcriptsonly include completed courses.

Clayton State University Center for Continuing Education2000 Clayton State BoulevardMorrow, GA 30260Fax: (678) 466-5089

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