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NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE SPRING/SUMMER 2022
EDUCATION
com/TheCreativeApple. (530) 345-0122. Thrive K-12 Learning Center; Chico. Open structured learning environment classes, field trips, science labs, nature studies and guided exploration learning sessions for homeschoolers and other students. Topics range from science & history to sewing
& woodworking. thrivechico.org. 1361 Hawthorne Ave. (530) 809-4638.
program for teachers, trained parents and community members to present and talk about significant artworks in the classroom. Portfolio prints are organized into nearly
70 age-appropriate themes. Suggested fol- low-up art activities included. turtlebay.org/ famous-artist-portfolio. (530) 242-3148 GEMS Kit Lending Library; Serving all counties. Turtle Bay Exploration Park in Redding offers classroom kits from various curriculum sources. Registered educators may check out kits with materials for a class- room of up to 32 students to implement lesson plans. These activities are perfect
for the classroom, after school programs or camps. Register and learn more at turtlebay. org/lending-library. (530) 242-3108.
Haven Humane Society; Anderson/Red- ding. Educational programs for school class- rooms and facility tours for schools, youth groups and others. Volunteer opportunities and educational summer camp. havenhu- mane.org. 7449 Eastside Rd. (530) 241-1653. Heimlich Heroes; Nationwide. A free virtual educational program to teach young people how to respond in the event of choking emergencies. Schools and organizations can register online to receive resource materials and information. Designed by teachers, the program provides a platform to incorporate math, language arts and STEM activities. heimlichheroes.com.
Launchpad4kids, Inc. Online crowdfunding platform to provide children the opportuni- ty to participate in extracurricular activities. Works with schools, nonprofits and local agencies that focus on low-income families and foster or at-risk youth ages 3-17. To add your school and nominate a child, email give@launchpad4kids.org for materials you’ll need to get started. launchpad4kids. org.
MATHCOUNTS. A national nonprofit organi- zation providing engaging math opportuni- ties to US middle school students. National Math Club, Competition Series and Math Video Challenge build student confidence and improve attitudes about math and problem solving. mathcounts.org. info@ mathcounts.org
New Frontier Theatre Company; Mt. Shas- ta. Theatrical Arts in the Schools Initiative
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brings theater arts into schools or enhances existing school programs. Also offers sum- mer classes. info@newfrontiertheatrecom- pany.com. (530) 232-5431
North State Symphony Student Tickets; Redding & Chico. Inexpensive tickets for school groups, youth groups and individual children. Free group ticket vouchers some- times available. northstatesymphony.org. 400 W. 1st St., 95929-0805. (530) 898-5984. Pay it Forward Foundation. Established
to educate and inspire students to realize they can change the world and to give them opportunities to do so. Students work with teachers at their local schools to develop Pay It Forward assignments. Supportive educational materials and seed money to those who qualify. payitforwardfoundation. org.
Reading Pals; Chico. Community vol- unteers spend one hour or more a week helping children read at selected elemen- tary schools. Reading Pals is an engaged community program, bridging the gap between public schools and the community. readingpalschico.org. 240 Main St., Ste. 260. (530) 588-0119.
Rural Schools Collaborative. Strengthens the bonds between rural schools and com- munities through place-based engagement, philanthropy and developing teacher-lead- ers. Grants in Place program supports in- novative rural teachers and their programs, technical assistance, social networking and the Rural Teacher Corps. ruralschoolscollab- orative.org.
Shakespeare in the Schools Touring Program; Butte County. Every spring a dedicated cast of Butte College student actors brings classic drama to local schools for grades K-8. Presents classic dramatic literature in a 45-minute adapted play that includes sets and costumes. butte.edu/ departments/learning/drama/sits.html (530) 895-2994.
Teacher Professional Development Work- shops; Redding. Teachers and afterschool providers receive training in programs such as Great Explorations in Math & Science (GEMS), Project Wet, Nanoscale Science, Growing Up Wild and other inquiry-based learning curricula at Turtle Bay Exploration
Park. Taught by experts. Workshops year- round. turtlebay.org/professional-develop- ment (530) 242-8550.
The Creative Apple; Chico. Wide variety
of educational toys and supplies, chil-
dren’s books, puzzles, games, rewards, art supplies, science fair ideas, CDs & DVDs. For parents, teachers and homeschoolers. Open daily. 2201 Pillsbury Rd., Suite182. facebook.
Personalized Adult Education, one on one education emphasis. Guiding you towards a career.
Glenn Adult Program is offering English Second Language, Adult Basic Education, No Child Left Behind certification, Technical Education- Medical Terminology and Medical Assistant Program, Audio Engineering, Literacy Program.
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Success One! is 9-12 Adult Charter High School for students 18 years and older, offering High School Diploma and High School Equivalency for adults.
530.936.6980 ext. 4500
129 E. Walker St., Orland • 451 S. Villa, Willows
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With Blue Oak, you can find the education you’ve hoped for and the unique instruction your child deserves.
Your child will experience a complete well-rounded approach to education through the successful implementation of proven Waldorf methodology.
Art is incorporated in every subject
at Blue Oak and specialty classes such as Spanish, music, handwork, technology and movement are offered, too. Full and half day Kindergarten programs and CARD After School Care are offered onsite.
Serving the community for over 20 years.
GRADES K-8
450 W. East Avenue • Chico • (530) 879-7483 www.blueoakcharterschool.org