What:
Free public event featuring panelist talking about the "Unlimited
Learning" opportunities summer learning can provide students. Panelist
will cover topics related to math, science, reading, languages, virtual
distance learning and support products / services.
When: Thursday, July 9, 2009
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: New Hope Academy
7009 Varnum Street
Landover Hills, MD 20784
Phone: 301-459-7311
Website: www.newhopeacademy.org LANDOVER HILLS, MD --
New Hope Academy a parent-founded international pre-K to 12th grade
school in Landover Hills is hosting "Unlimited Learning" as a part of
National Summer Learning Day 2009 and a kick off to the schools 20th
Anniversary. On July 9th the school will host a FREE PUBLIC event
featuring panelist talking about the "unlimited learning" opportunities
summer learning can provide students. Panelist will cover topics
related to science, technology, engineering, mathematics, reading,
languages and culture, virtual distance learning and support resources
for parents.
"If kids aren't learning over the summer, they
fall behind academically," says Joy Morrow, Principal, New Hope
Academy. "Quality summer learning programs help kids get ahead while
they explore new talents and discover the joy of learning something
new. Students need extra time for learning, and quality summer programs
offer that."
During the week of July 6, cities around the
country will hold events to raise awareness of the importance of
high-quality summer learning opportunities in the lives of youth and
their families. The week's activities will culminate with Summer
Learning Day on July 9, an annual national event organized by the
National Center for Summer Learning to focus attention on how quality
summer learning programs help close the achievement gap and promote
healthy development.
In Landover Hills, Maryland, "Unlimited
Learning" will provide parents an opportunity to speak with various
leaders from around the area regarding the things they can do to
provide their child a rich summer learning experience to prevent
Summer Learning Day is sponsored by the National Center for Summer
Learning at The Johns Hopkins University. (
www.summerlearning.org)
This
year, New Hope Academy joins summer learning advocates from across the
country urging local school districts to spend some of the $100 billion
for education in President Obama's economic reinvestment and recovery
package on summer learning programs. "The president has approved an
unprecedented investment in education," said Ron Fairchild, executive
director of the National Center for Summer Learning. "Summer learning
programs are a proven educational innovation that will close the
achievement gap. This is a historic opportunity to use new public
dollars for summer learning programs and help thousands more children
achieve their full potential."
Research shows that all
children experience learning loss when they don't engage in educational
activities during the summer. Here are simple, low-cost things parents
can do to make sure their children are active and engaged this summer:
SUMMER LEARNING TIPS:HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF SUMMERThe
National Center for Summer Learning encourages parents to make the most
of children's summer break with the following suggestions:
·
Locate a summer program that fits your budget. Programs offered by
schools, recreation centers, universities, and community-based
organizations often have an educational or enrichment focus.
·
The library is a great, free resource. Check out books that interest
your child. Participate in free library summer programs and make time
to read every day.
· Take free or low-cost educational trips to parks, museums, zoos and nature centers.
·
If you are taking a day trip by car, choose a place with an educational
theme. Camping is also is low-cost way to get outside and learn about
nature.
· Practice math daily: Measure items around the
house or yard. Track daily temperatures. Add and subtract at the
grocery store. Learn fractions while cooking.
· Play outside. Limit TV and video games. Intense physical activity and exercise contribute to healthy development.
· Do a community service project. Teach your child how to volunteer in your community and show compassion to others.
·
Keep a schedule. Continue daily routines during the summer with
structure and limits. The key is providing a balance and keeping kids
engaged.
· Prepare for fall. Find out what your child will
be learning during the next school year by talking with teachers at
that grade level. Preview concepts and materials over the summer.
