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2010

LITERACY EMPOWERMENT ACTION PLAN ~ ACADEMIC SUCCESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

LEAP ~ ASAP

Registration is under way for LEAP’s Academic Success Assistance Program, a six week program for children in
grades 1-12 who are experiencing difficulties with their academics. Did you know that reading is involved in
every subject? Even math! Students will be provided assistance with learning in all subjects. Included is help
with homework, school projects, writing assignments, reading skills and whatever else is hindering your child's
success in school.
Schedule: April 6 - May 20, 2010 (6 sessions)
Tuesday, 4:30-5:30pm Grades 1-3
Thursday, 4:30-5:30pm Grades 4-6
Thursday, 5:45-6:45pm Grades 7-12
No classes 4/19-24 due to Ken-Ton Spring Break

Place: Center for Powerful Literacy Center - Sheridan Parkside Community Center
169 Sheridan Parkside Drive - Room 103 & 105
Tonawanda, NY 14150

Fee: $120.00 Early Bird Discount $100 before April 1st. Children attending Holmes Elementary School and
those who reside in Sheridan Parkside Village are FREE.
A limited number of partial scholarships are available based on financial need – call LEAP’s office for
consideration.

Registration closes one week prior the start of classes. Participants are required to pre-register by completing
a application and returning it to LEAP's office at the above address. All fees must be paid in full by the start of
the program.
Schedule subject to change based on enrollment

LEAP~ASAP
Application Form

SRC Application

                  Scary Stories to Read and Tell Around the Campfire

                                 LEAP Powerful Literacy Center & Library-Sheridan Parkside

Not going to camp this summer? Do you love scary stories? Then join us around LEAP’s
indoor campfire as we read and share spine chilling tales. Participants will have a chance to win
a raffle for a prize each week.. One winner will be selected weekly from each age group.
Interested? Act soon! We only have a few spaces in each group.

    July 6- August 25, 2010 * Eight Sessions
                    Tuesday, 12:00-1:00pm (Grade 3)
                    Tuesday, 1:30-2:30pm (Grade 4)
                    Wednesday 12:00-1:00pm (Grade 5)
                    Wednesday, 1:30-2:30pm (Grades 6-7)

Note: Your child’s grade level is the grade s/he will be entering in the fall.

LEAP’s Center for Powerful Literacy & Library
Sheridan Parkside Community Center
169 Sheridan Parkside Drive - rooms 103 & 105, Tonawanda, NY 14150      (716) 874-5327

FEE: This program is free for children attending Holmes Elementary School and/or residing in
Sheridan Parkside (thanks to a grant by Dollar General). The fee is $24 for all others.

Registration closes 1 week prior to start of program. For information on LEAP of WNY see our website at
www.leapofwny.org

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     Program Choice (choose one):
     Tuesday (Gr.3) _____    Tuesday (Gr.4) _____      Wednesday (Gr.5) _____     Wednesday (Gr.6-7)
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Sheridan Parkside Resident?   YES   NO   (circle one)

Child’s Name: ______________________________________________ DOB:________________ Grade:
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School: ____________________________________________ Reading Level: (put ? if unknown)
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Parent/Guardian Name
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Address: ____________________________________City: _____________________State: ________
Zip: ____________
Home Phone: ____________________________________Cell:
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Emergency Contact Name: _____________________________Relationship: _______________
Phone_______________

May we use photographs of your child in LEAP materials?    Yes    No   (circle one)

May we review your child’s school grades and records?    Yes    No   (circle one)

Please list any food allergies or medical conditions we need to be aware of for your child’s safety.
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Parent Signature _________________________________________________ Date
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    Make your check or money order out to LEAP of WNY, Inc. and return it to:
         LEAP of WNY, Inc. 3200 Elmwood Avenue – Rm. 214    Buffalo, New York 14217
         Payment must be made before start of classes    For more information call - 873-0429