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 The Salvation Army in Dayton has offered a variety of educational programs over the years, especially focused on serving urban youth over the last four years. We're excited to use the new facilities at the Kroc Center to provide even more opportunities for kids and adults to develop their learning and technology skills!
If you have any questions about education programs at the Kroc Center, please call the Education Center at 937-528-5250.
Hours:
Mondays: 11 am to 8 pm
Tuesdays: 10 am to 3 pm & 6 pm to 8 pm
Wednesdays: 11 am to 3 pm & 6 pm to 8 pm
Thursdays: 11 am to 3 pm & 6 pm to 8 pm
Fridays: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturdays: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Spring 2013
All Classes run March 1 through May 31
After School Grades 1-8 (Session 4 & 5) Tuesdays through Thursdays. Homework help will start the session for all participants in the Education Building. Students will have choices of classes within their grade groupings in the Education, Recreation, and Worship and Arts buildings afterwards. Homework help is available at 2:30 pm; electives begin at 4:15 pm. (MUST be enrolled member with $5 nonrefundable processing fee) Session 4: February 26 through April 4. Session 5: April 16 through May 16. After School Programming will not run March 26 through 28 due to Spring Break and April 9 through 11 due to Between Session Break.
Upcoming Education Programs for All Ages
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MONDAYS
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1 pm
Practical
Solutions |
Discover how to make your life more practical by organizing yourself in Excel. Budget, sort, schedule, alphabetize, and prioritize. You can even create a great graph for a project. Ages 16 & up. |
| 4 pm Computer Coach |
Join our new computer guru and explore the ins and outs of your computer. Learn how to install hardware and software onto your personal devices. All ages. |
| 5 pm Micro-Tutorials |
Learn time-saving tips on how to use MSWord, Publisher, Excel and Powerpoint more effectively in these Microsoft Office mini-classes. All ages. |
| 7 pm Online Circles |
Create your own circles and interact for business or pleasure on sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, My Space, Google +, etc. Find out how to get connected and navigate the online social world with finesse and confidence. Ages 16 & up.
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| Tuesdays |
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| 11 am The Grab Bag |
Every day is unique with The Grab Bag - - lessons in social media, basic computer use, and many more hands-on surprises abound! Join us for fun, engaging learning. All ages. |
| 12:30 pm Talking Hands |
Talking Hands Discover how to communicate without vocalizing. Learn proper facial and hand positioning for common phrases in American Sign Language (ASL). All ages. |
3 - 6 pm
After School Programs |
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| 7 pm I-Safety |
I-Safety Teachers, parents, and grandparents learn how to keep kids safe online. Topics include how to handle cyberbullying, monitoring social networking, keeping passwords safe, and ways to talk to your teen about appropriate texting. All ages. |
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| 11 am Recorded Histories |
Recorded Histories Tell your story using our webcams and leave a digital legacy for loved ones. A fabulous addition to your family genealogy records! Ages 18 & up. |
3 -6 pm
After School Programs |
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| 6 pm Kinect Connections |
Rotate in and out of X-Box Kinect 360 games with friends and family. Enjoy playing SPORTS, overcoming ADVENTURES, or competing in DANCE CENTRAL! For children only. |
| Thursdays |
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| 11 am The Write Place |
Need help with a paper or an extra set of eyes to proofread? You’ve come to The Write Place! Whether you’re starting a résumé from scratch or checking grammar to get your next grade – we’re here to help! All ages.
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1 pm
Individualized Interviews |
Designed for people who are new to interviewing or who would just like to brush up on their skills. See samples of popular interview questions and learn how to respond honestly and positively. Sign up to do a practice interview on video tape so you can see how you look to an employer. Ages 16 & up. |
3 -6 pm
After School Programs |
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7 pm
Video-graphic Productions |
Make a movie or a multi-media production using Microsoft Movie Maker or Photoshop Premier Elements to create a masterpiece. These are great gifts for weddings, graduations, end of sport seasons, or simply to create a visual memory to enjoy for years to come. Ages 16 & up. |
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| 1 pm Research Like a Pro |
It’s time for end of the semester papers AND seasonal shopping! This class will cover all types of researching. Learn to get the facts like a pro. All ages. |
| 3 pm Amigos Unidos |
Hola Amigos! Learn basic Spanish vocabulary and pronunciation through pictures and repetition on the big screen. Then speak conversational Spanish through discussion groups and play group games. Fridays at 3 pm. All ages. |
| 6 pm Kinect Connection |
Rotate in and out of X-Box Kinect 360 games with friends and family. Enjoy playing SPORTS, overcoming ADVENTURES, or competing in DANCE CENTRAL! For children only. |
| Saturdays |
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| 12 pm Resume Help |
Create a new resume or modernize and existing one. Get help with formatting, wording, and editing to give you an edge with your next job search. Ages 16 & up. |
| 2 pm Draw Cool Stuff Club |
Join other budding artists in the Tech Studio to share tips, refine your skills and try new techniques. For children only. |
| 4 pm Wii Tournaments |
Wii Tournaments Come in and play on the Wii against family members or other patrons. All ages. |
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Every School Year: Group & Individual Homework Help and Tutoring
We offer some opportunities for children in first through eighth grades to
participate in either homework help or intentional tutoring. Please contact
Mallory Bullen at 528-5245 for information about these programs. We are
also always seeking volunteers to help with this program - please let
Mallory Bullen know if you are interested in these volunteer
opportunities.
The Facilities
Technology Café & Technology Studio
The Education Center at the Dayton Kroc Center is home to a
state-of-the-art technology equipment including laptops, touch screen
computers, Wii Nintendo systems, and a variety of other technology
equipment. The Tech Café has 60 laptops that can be checked out and used in
the Center using our wireless. Users can also bring in their own computers
and access our free Wireless network.
Technology recreation opportunities exist with the Wii equipment and
through our 8 flat panel monitors that can be used for presentations,
television, or gaming systems. Computer programs that are educational as
well as programs focused on fun are available to be used on the laptops and
classes are offered to improve understanding and skills in the Microsoft
Office Suite.
RJ's Drop-in Center
RJ's Drop-In Center is a great place for 2.5 – 6 year olds to have a high quality, hands-on learning environment. Children can visit the drop in center for up to 3 hours while a parent or guardian is accessing other resources and remains on the Kroc Center property. Available through the Miami Valley Child Development Center, RJ's Drop-In Center helps prepare children for school readiness using resources that are developmentally appropriate including Access to Science kits developed by the University of Dayton.
Study Rooms
The study rooms provide access to our Math & Science programs as well as
our Literacy Clinic. These resources are available in partnership with the
University of Dayton and offer learning supports and some tutoring
services. Please contact Mallory Bullen at 528-5245 for information and
support with Literacy.