Farmington Continuing Education

Enjoy a gentle full-body stretch at the beginning of each class. Beginner ballet exercises will then be learned and reviewed. We will finish with gentle floor stretches, so please bring a yoga mat. This class is a no-pressure, non-traditional ballet class environment. Come in comfortable clothing. Ballet shoes are recommended, but socks are suitable.

Join Farmington Continuing Education for 6 moderately paced nature walks on wooded trails in Central and Northern CT. Appreciate nature’s tranquility and subtle gifts while still getting some exercise with the Top 6 Best Nature Walks. Enjoy 2.5 mile, hour and a half, weekly easy walks on Tuesday mornings starting at 8:45am. Any postponement due to weather will be communicated before the hike via email. Good hiking boots and water are essential, and hiking poles are recommended! List of Nature Walks Reservoir 6, 3070 Albany Ave (Rt. 44) in West Hartford Jones Mountain Preserve, 161 Steele Road in New Hartford Northwest Park, 145 Lang Road in Windsor McLean Game Refuge, 166 Salmon Brook Street/ Rt 10/ Rt 202 in Granby Penwood State Park, 560 Simsbury Road in Bloomfield Elizabeth Park Rose Garden, 1561 Asylum Ave in Hartford If you have any questions about the hiking program, please contact our hiking instructor, Grant Summers at gemersonsummers@gmail.com. All registrants MUST complete a Hiking Waiver BEFORE the start of the course. A link to the Hiking Waiver will be included in the "notes" of the registration confirmation, and can also be found HERE. Please download, complete, and either email (continuinged@fpsct.org) or mail (Farmington Continuing Education, 1 Depot Place, Unionville, CT 06085). Participation in the hikes will not be allowed unless a waiver is on file.

Math - FHS students needing math credit recovery in Geometry, Algebra 2A, or Algebra 2B who earned at least a 50% in one of these courses are eligible for this course. The descriptions for each course are listed below. Note: Students who need credit recovery in both Geometry and Algebra 2A are not eligible for this course and will need to enroll in both courses during the next school year. This course is not to be used to recover credit in Advanced Topics in Algebra 2. Geometry - The focus of the course will be placed on mastering the standards needed to be successful in Algebra 2A and Algebra 2B, such as right triangle trigonometry and properties of circles. Algebra 2A - The focus of the course will be placed on mastering the standards needed to be successful in Algebra 2B, such as transforming parent functions and solving nonlinear equations. Algebra 2B - The focus of the course will be placed on mastering the standards needed to be successful in future math electives, such as transforming functions, solving nonlinear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and foundations of trigonometry. Students who complete Algebra 2B summer school successfully may not be fully prepared to move on to Advanced Topics in Algebra 2. This is a remedial course for FARMINGTON High School students only.

Begin your day with a self-guided tour of the Salem Witch Museum (admission included) where you can experience first-hand the reign of terror and hysteria that was rampant in Salem in the 1690’s through the powerful multi-sensory presentation. Visitors are given a dramatic history lesson using stage sets with life-size figures, lighting and narration (an overview of the Witch Trials of 1692). The afternoon will permit free time to enjoy “Haunted Happenings” around town. Visit the Witch Dungeon Museum or the Salem Pirate Museum (admission not included). You can take a walking tour or ride the trolley. Enjoy the unique shops and quaint stores Salem offers. Lunch is on your own at one of the many restaurants in the area. The possibilities are endless! Trip includes: motorcoach, group leader, and meal recommendations.

Travel to the beautiful grounds of TANGLEWOOD in Lenox, Massachusetts to enjoy reserved Shed Seats. We’re in for a delightful Sunday Matinee at Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Samy Rachid, conductor will present Saint Säens Cello Concerto No. 1 with Guest YoYo Ma, cello. Time prior to the performance to grab a bite to eat at one of the cafes on the Tanglewood campus and wander the beautiful grounds.

The purpose of the Transition for Success course is to assist students entering 9th grade in developing the tools necessary for positive academic, behavioral, and social/emotional success at Farmington High School. Students will engage in activities to jump-start their freshman year. They will learn about motivation and growth mindset, and they will set goals and organize themselves for a successful launch into 9th grade. Students will receive personalized instruction on the support available to them as students at FHS, including training on using the technologies utilized by FHS faculty and staff as tools for learning. Enrollment is on a space-available basis and open to any incoming FARMINGTON High School students entering grade 9 ONLY and will meet in-person at FHS.

The AM portion of this program is possible through the Interdistrict Cooperative Grant awarded by the State of Connecticut Department of Education. If you are registering for the AM program only, a $50 fee is due upon registration. AM 8-12 Visual and Performing Arts Program: The Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) Program offers a unique blend of creativity and learning for students, with a grant-funded morning session and a fee based afternoon extension. The morning portion of the program is made possible through the Interdistrict Cooperative Grant received from the State of Connecticut Department of Education. Students can participate in this enriching experience for a $50 registration fee. This year’s focus, Permaculture, explores sustainability through its three core ethics: Earth Care, People Care, and Fair Shares. Students will use scientific observation to analyze natural phenomena, examine human impact on the environment, and explore cultural influences on sustainability. Participants explore a wide range of artistic disciplines, including dance, African drumming, digital design, stop-animation, wearable art, drawing, painting, sculpture, and puppetry. The program also includes a field trip to a local museum, where students will have the opportunity to explore contemporary art and draw inspiration from professional works. This program runs from 8:00 AM until 12:00 Noon. Transportation options are available and are listed at the bottom of this description. *This morning program is contingent on being awarded the Interdistrict Cooperative Grant through the Connecticut State Department of Education. Since the current program design is contingent on grant funding, should funding not be awarded, ONLY the morning program will NOT be held and the registration fee will be refunded. Notification of grant awards is expected in July.* PM 12-4 Farmington Continuing Education Summer Art Academy: For students wishing to extend their day, Farmington Continuing Education is offering the FCE Art Academy in the afternoon. This additional, pay-for-service component continues the exploration of art principles and techniques introduced during the morning session. Running from 12 PM to 4 PM for the same two weeks the Visual and Performing Arts program runs (July 28 - August 8), the afternoon Academy delves deeper into the topics covered earlier in the day, with opportunities for more hands-on projects, personalized instruction, and collaborative group work. Students can further enhance their artistic skills while fostering creativity and critical thinking. The work done in this afternoon program will be highlighted in the culminating event at the end of the two weeks. This option includes the morning VPA program and its fees. If you register for this option, you do not need to register for the AM program. *The PM portion of this program is not funded by the Interdistrict Cooperative Grant and will run regardless of the grant being awarded.* Transportation: Busing will be available to/from Vance School in New Britain, Linden Street School in Plainville, and Rawson Elementary in Hartford each day. Please note the pick-up and drop-off times for each location listed below: Vance School, New Britain AM drop-off: 7:10 -7:20 AM (bus will leave Vance promptly at 7:30 AM) PM pick-up: 12:30 PM (bus times may vary based on traffic) Linden Street School, Plainville AM drop-off: 7:25 - 7:35 AM (bus will leave Linden promptly at 7:45 AM) PM pick-up: 1220 PM (bus times may vary based on traffic) Rawson Elementary School, Hartford AM drop-off: 7:10 -7:20 AM (bus will leave Rawson promptly at 7:25 AM) PM pick-up: 12:30 PM (bus times may vary based on traffic) Important Information: Only one transportation option can be selected. You must select one and cannot combine options. Students will be required to be signed in and out daily by an adult (18+ years). We ask that all students are picked-up promptly. If an emergency arises that will affect a students attendance, transportation, or there is a change in the Authorized Pick-Up, please call the Farmington Continuing Education office at 860-404-0290.

Focus on the basics of yoga - for all ages and conditions. Increase your flexibility, reduce stress, and bring a sense of calm to your busy life. Yoga will tone the body, discipline the mind, and improve your overall health. Each session includes stretches, simple breathing techniques, and relaxation. Wear comfortable clothing, have a yoga mat and firm pillow available, and do not eat a big meal before class. Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email from Farmington Continuing Education containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

Zumba® Gold Dance Fitness is for everyone who is looking for a modified Zumba®class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity and impact. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba®choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Class focuses on all elements of fitness: cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and balance. Come ready to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. Beginners welcome - no prior experience needed. Bring water, sweat towel and wear comfortable shoes.