Elementary Summer Academies
Students who have been recommended by their teachers or who just want additional help in the areas of reading and math may participate in Reading & Math Academy this year. These classes will be taught in two sessions. The first session will be a review of the previous school year's work, and the second will be an introduction of new concepts for the upcoming year. The fee is $50 ($25 for students will reduced lunches/free for students on free lunch). Enrollment for Academies will be held in the Rex Elementary Main Office from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on May 5th, 6th, & 8th.
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Summer Enrichment Academy
Students may also participate in Enrichment Academy where they will learn about taekwondo, digital photography, music, fairy tales, sports, art, science experiments, and much, much, more! These classes will be taught in both morning and afternoon sessions. The fee for three weeks of half-day sessions is $125. The fee for three weeks of all-day sessions is $230. The academy will be held at Rex Elementary, the first session is June 9 - 26 and the second session is July 7 - 17, Monday through Thursdays, no classes will be held on Fridays. The morning class will be from 8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m., the afternoon class begins at 12:15 p.m. and dismisses at 3:30 p.m. All day students may bring a sack lunch to enjoy between sessions; supervision will be provided. Transportation is provided for in-district students. Enrollment for Academies will be held in the Rex Elementary Main Office from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on May 5th, 6th, & 8th.
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Summer 2008 ACT Preparation Class
This class is designed to help provide students who qualify for the Duke Talent Search Program with an opportunity to prepare to take the ACT. During this one-week long course, students will have the opportunity to take practice ACT tests, learn test-taking strategies, and receive instruction directed at their weaknesses as shown by the practice tests. This class will be held at The Learning Center, 150 Stewart, from July 21 - July 24. The session times are 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tuition for this class is $125. To enroll in this class, your registration form and $25 deposit is due to the HMS office by June 1st. The remaining $100 of the tuition is due before the first day of class.
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Summer 2008 PSAT Preparation Class
This class is designed to help students entering grades 9 - 11 perform better on the PSAT and ultimately the SAT; to prepare students for the National Merit Competition. Instruction will be provided by two instructors; students will take a pretest with three practice tests and six study sessions. This course consists of nine three-hour class sessions during the summer and fall. The session dates are July 14 - 17; August 9, 16, 23, 30 and September 27. The class times are 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Tuition for this class is $125. To enroll in this class, bring your registration form and $25 deposit to Debbie Coleman at the district office by June 1st. The remaining $100 of the tuition is due before the first day of class.
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Haysville Early Childhood Program
Preschool classes for children who live in the Haysville School District and will be 4 years old by August 31 and meet enrollment criteria. The nine month preschool offers classes for children who meet At-Risk or Special Education guidelines.

Guidelines for Preschool Program Services
If one or more of the following statements describes your child then he or she is eligible to attend the Haysville Early Childhood Program:

Guidelines for Receiving Special Education Classroom Services
Do one or more of the following statements describe your child? If so, they may be eligible to attend the Haysville Early Childhood Program?

Your child has difficulty with:

All children must complete a Count Your Kid In Screening prior to enrollment. Screenings are scheduled for May 24 and August 16. To schedule an appointment, call 554-2233. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Screening takes approximately one hour to complete. Your child may qualify for the preschool program if they are found to be significantly behind in development and in need of special services. For more information call 554-2233.

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