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SPECIAL INTERESTS PART TWO 130 REGISTER ONLINE: classweb.townofcary.org Babysitter Certification (age 11–17) This course provides you with the information you need to care for babies, toddlers, and older children. You'll also learn health and safety skills, such as how to manage choking and perform rescue breathing. After the completion of the course, you will be certified in babysitting. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Tetnika Williamson Fees: $60(R) $78(N) (1 class) 110289 Sat Mar 10 11 a.m.–3 p.m. 110290 Sat May 19 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. SAT Prep Class—Reading and Math! (age 14–17) This class focuses on instruction of SAT math and reading concepts, SAT problem solving, test-taking strategies, practice, and confidence building. One hour of reading and one hour of math per session. PSAT students are welcome to attend to get a head start on preparation. Fee includes SAT study guide. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Bobby Picha Fees: $187(R) $217(N) (6 classes) 109070 Sat Jan 20–Feb 24 2–4 p.m. 109071 Sat Mar 17–Apr 28 2–4 p.m. (no class Mar 31) Location: Middle Creek Community Center 110627 Sat Mar 3–Apr 28 11 a.m.–1 p.m. (no class Mar 31 & Apr 7) Parent/Student Your College Quest Guide (age 12 & up w/parent) Learn the critical decisions required to successfully navigate the college search, selection, and application process. Receive practical advice on key topics, including course selection for college readiness; extracurricular activities; campus visits; PSAT/SAT/ACT exams; application essays; letters of recommendation; and financial aid. You will also get organized with a calendar of actions by grade! Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Tom Wyrick Fees: $5(R) $6(N) (1 class) 109354 Sat Jan 27 1–3 p.m. Location: Middle Creek Community Center 109353 Sat Mar 17 1–3 p.m. Teen Babysitting Safely (age 11–14) Be prepared and knowledgeable as an effective babysit- ter. Skills include first aid and safety, CPR overview, how to use an EpiPen, along with understanding develop- mental stages. Following a written and skills test, you will receive a completion certificate. Instructor is a registered pediatric nurse. Must attend both days. Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: Maria Mekeel Fees: $50(R) $65(N) (2 classes) 110764 Fri Feb 23–24 4:15–7 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.–noon 110765 Thu, Fri Apr 19–20 4:15–7:15 p.m. Bridge Basics for Teens (age 11–17) You will learn to determine the best contract for each pair at the table--whether in a suit or No Trump—by identifying the four suits and the rank order of a deck of cards and by laying out hands on the table. You will also learn how to play the hands, taking as many tricks as you can. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Karen Copeland Fees: $117(R) $147(N) (8 classes) 109349 Sat Feb 3–Mar 24 1–3 p.m. Show Me the Money— Finance 101 (age 11–17) Learn the basics of money management: financial goal setting, credit card management, saving & investing, taxes and net worth—valuable skills that you will use for the rest of your life. This class is taught by a Duke graduate with more than eight years of personal finance teaching experience. Bring a calculator. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Cannon Duke Fees: $17(R) $22(N) (1 class) 109319 Sat Feb 17 1–3 p.m. 109320 Sat May 12 1–3 p.m. Learn to Program by Making Games (age 11–17) We'll teach you everything you need to know to make games using BavelBlocks, a friendly block-based programming environment. The blocks generate HTML5/ Javascript, so your games will run on computers, phones, and tablets. Bring your laptop, headphones, Google ID, and make sure Chrome is installed as your browser. Location: Herbert C. Young Community Center Instructor: Barbara Walters Fees: $80(R) $110(N) (4 classes) 110083 Tue Feb 27–Mar 20 4–6 p.m. NEW!