Wednesday, August 11, 1999 THE OAKVILLE BEAVER C3 FALL REGISTRATION Get kids' vision checked before starting school It is important that children have a thorough optometric examination before entering school to determine if their vision skills are adequately developed to handle reading, writing and other close work. The visual demands of schoolwork can stress the visual system, causing a problem where none existed before. The child's eyes have to adjust from focusing primarily in the distance to focusing on close work for hours on end. Many children do not realize they have a vision prob lem, thinking everyone sees the way they do. School vision screenings provide a valuable service, but children can pass a school eye chart test with 20/20 sight and still have undetected vision prob lems affecting their schoolwork and play activities. Reading requires the integration of different vision skills, not all of which are checked by the typical school eye-chart test. Although vision screenings serve a useful purpose, they are no substitute for a thorough opto metric eye examination that includes an eye health check and tests for nearsight edness and farsightedness, astigmatism, colour perception, lazy eye and turning eyes. Learning-Related Vision Problems A small percentage of children have vision performance problems that can result in learning difficulties. Most of these youngsters have average or above- average intelligence, they may be work ing below their capacity level and some are classified as "learning-disabled." Regular vision examinations with the optometrist are recommended dur ing school years. A child first learns to read, then reads to learn. To achieve both stages of learn ing, the child needs • Clearness of vision, to see clearly near and far. • Eye-movement skills, to track an object with the eyes. • Eye-focusing skills, to adjust focus of eyes at varying distances. • Eye-aiming skills, to turn eyes inward to look at close objects. • Eye-teaming skills, to align the eyes precisely so that the brain can fuse the pictures it receives from each eye into a single image. • Eye-hand coordination, partic ularly important in learning to write. • Visual form perception, to organize printed "symbols" into letters Internet safety for kids A n A dven ture O f The Three L ittle C yber Pigs . . . Safety Lessons For The Inform ation H ighw ay Privacy Playground is a new multi- media game to help children, aged six to nine, understand the marketing implications and safety hazards of divulging personal information on the Internet. The animated, interactive game, which can be downloaded from the Media Awareness Network site to your own hard drive, addresses Internet "clubs," the authenticity of marketing claims, the use of credit cards on the Internet and the dangers of "chatting" online with strangers. The game is accompanied by an extensive guide for parents and teach ers and a comic book which can be printed out and given to kids to fill in their own dialogue. You can find Privacy Playground at www.screen.com/mnet/eng/cpigs/cpigs .htm. Information courtesy o f the Media Awareness Network. uSe Skating Fitness Gymnastics V ) A * 6 r a * y 'L eg s 15% o ff Dance Shoes, Fashion for Skating, Gymnastics, Fitness and Dance SALE RUNS AUG. II/SEPT. 4N9 excluding all sale items & Irish Shoes & Socks 1 0 % Off ALL NOVELTY ITEMS H O U R S : M o n . & W ed . 11-8 T ues. & T h u rs . 2-8 F ri. 2-6, S a t. 10-4 2 0 8 \ V \ e c m l t K d . # 2 0 2 (between Dorx.il «V Ken ) 844-4415 r- LOOK FOR YOUR FALL 8 WINTER 1999/2000W'M- .■.WWWPRIWW:- Oakville Parks 8 In this weekend's sdition of V • y" ■< The Oakville Beaver creative Classes in Modem or Antique Dolls Speoolang in Sotos ond Parrotts using odd. pbbnum ond luster techniques Small dosses, doiiime a evenings. Finished Pieces, G reenw are & Firing a v a ila b le . 845-7454 FALL REGISTRATION &5V ytt, ^ Register Now for our 13-week Fall Program "Begins Sept 13th" Jmw"' mSj t Kindengym (ages 2-5) Artistic (ages 5 and up) Rhythmic (ages 6 and up) Sum m er Cam ps *99 f o r Boys & G ir ls " 2 Weeks Left" GYMNASTICS CENTRE 842-ELFS 220 W ye croft R d . Unit 52 (8 4 2 - 3 5 3 7) THE FLEMING SCHOOL OF DANCE LIMITED Established: 1977 140 Dunn Street, Oakville. Tel: 905-844-4630 Principal: Virginia Fleming F.I.S.T.D. (Examiner), Member Royal Academy of Dancing, Dip L.C.D.D. (Eng) ♦CLASSICAL BALLET - I.S.T.D & R.A.D. (To Professional Levels) ♦MODERN *TAP 'JAZZ 'NATIONAL ♦MUSICAL THEATRE ♦DICTION ♦ACTING COACHING for I.S.T.D. TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS All classes taught by highly qualified professionals. Phone: 905-844-4630 for more information. REGISTRATION AT 140, DUNN STREET SATURDAYS: Aug. 21, 28 / 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. WEEKDAYS: Aug. 24, 25, 26, Sept. 1, 2, 8, 9 / 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. T and words. Learning-related vision problems fall into two broad categories: 1. Problems in the developing visual system causing difficulty in learning to read (i.e., interference in nor mal vision development), and 2. Problems in the developed visual system causing difficulty in read ing (i.e., vision changes caused by stress). Doctors of optometry often prescribe vision therapy, lenses or both to treat vision problems which cause learning difficulties. Studies have shown marked improvements, enabling children to rapidly catch up to their peers once treatment has been completed. Vision Therapy Vision therapy (or orthoptics) is an individualized treatment program pre scribed to improve conditions like crossed-eyes (strabismus) or lazy eye (amblyopia), and to help people learn, relearn or reinforce specific vision skills. Among these skills are eye- movement control, focusing control, eye coordination and teamwork of the two eyes. The optometrist prescribes visual tasks to be practiced under controlled conditions. Repetition of these tasks enhances vision by coordinating and improving eye movement and focusing ability, and by straightening the align ment of both eyes. In addition to the use of lenses, prisms and filters, there are many dif ferent procedures that can be used in visual therapy. The duration of a vision therapy pro gram varies from a few weeks to sev eral months, depending on the visual condition and its severity. Vision therapy has proven to be an effective treatment for many problems that cannot be treated with eyeglasses or contact lenses alone. It can help people see more clearly and comfortably; suc cess, however, is not guaranteed. Much of the improvement depends on the willingness of the patient to follow the optometrist's instructions. Information courtesy o f B.C. Association o f Optometrists. Q n n e - f f i a r i e Q m a r d e i l Conservatoire d e Paris Piano - Theory Classes taught in English and French ( 905) 337-0070 little Readers® Children who learn how to read early j are more confident learners. / * .j j ' • small classes • caring teachers • enriched programs j a P 3-6 YEARS OLD * * (WM4 dtlif fa t! O xford students develop skills fo r V ? ummer e j success in school and life . /A v a ila b le ! GR, 1 THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL For Children Ages 4 to 15 Children will learn the foundations of drama, music and dance. Students work together to create a full length stage production with an emphasis on fun and teamwork. For information: Call Dianne Devaux 905-842-9535 ' 469-192? OXFORD Visit o ur w e b site o l LEARNING CENTRES' www.oxtordiearnmg.com READING ■ WRITING • SPELUNG ■ MATH • STUDY SKILLS ■ FRENCH • HOMEWORK SUPPORT This Advertising Feature will appear for the next 5 consecutive Wednesdays. For advertising rates and information Please contact your Oakville Beaver sales representative 845-3824 BERTIN STABLES Open 7 days a week year round • 3 indoor riding arenas • Day at farm for children ages 5-13 (Sat.) S35 • Summer Day Camps SISOAvk. Classes for Teenagers & Adults 3445 Dundas W. (Hwy. #5) Oakville _____________ 8 2 7 -4 6 7 8 1 1/2 miles west of Hwy. #25 on North side Summer Overnight Camps S375/\vk. website www.bertinstables.com e-mail: bertin@weblv.nel GLENBURNIE SCHOOL ;>f I; 1 'ZSV n s ? 8 0 < ® R A M M fiS Limited placements available for September/99 Full Day or Half Day On excitement for learning and an enthusiasm, for school is fostered, tkmugk our dynamic theme-based activity centred environment Sack ckildL is given, tke opportunity to experience tke joy of success while being guided, tkrougk individual activities, smalt group and large group interactions. Pupil/teacher ratio of 8 to 1 Highly qualified staff includes specialists in Physical Education, French, Music, and Computer Technology For more information, please visit our website and call us to arrange a personal tour. Call (9 0 5 ) 3 3 8 -6 2 3 6 2 0 3 5 Upper Middle Road, East, Oakville www.glenburnieschool.com • • • • • • • • • • • I* • • I* » • ■ • • I* • • • • The Oakville School ofDancing( est. 1960 260 Robinson Street, Oakville L6J 1G6 TEL.: (905) 844-7035 Founder and Artistic Advisor: Elizabeth Paterson A.R.A.D. (A.T.C.) C.D.T.A. Principal: Amanda Paterson Anderson A.R.A.D. (T. Dip) A.I.S.T.D! I CLASSICAL BALLET RAI). CECCHETTI (Beginner to Professional Levelsi POINTE REPERTOIRE - VARIATIONS SUPPORTED ADAGE - PAS DE DEUX CHARACTER - FOLK DANCE JAZZ - MODERN BODY CONDITIONING ADULT CLASSES INTENSIVE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM AGES 10-1H TEACHERS TRAINING PROGRAM Boys of all ajfes are ottered classes at NO CHARGE Classes taught hy highly qualified teachers from professional backgrounds The school is registered as an Educational Institution with Employment & Immigration, Canada R E G IS T R A T IO N D A TE S: Mon., Aug. 23-Fri.,Aug. 27 2:00-4:00 p.m. Sat., Aug. 28 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Mon., Aug. 30 - Fri., Sept. 3 2:00-4:00 p.m, 6:00-8:00 p.m. a Tues., Sept. 7 - Fri., Sept. 10 6:00-8:00 p.m. _© Sat, Sept 11 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. ofeT) Classes Commence Monday Sept. 13,1999_( = = ^ a ^ > ____________ £ _____________ S'® o& K if Quality education in action R egister now for Septem ber 1999 Spaces available in most classes. Call soon for information or a tour. j f Disciplined, traditional challenging environment for JK to Grade 8 f Stimulating programs in French, music, art and athletic i f Full day JK and SK academic programs f Dedicated, caring, professional staff Before and after school supervision m Special Education classes & Affordable Christian alternative in an interdenominational setting f State-of-the-art computer lab "Nurturing excellence in a Christ-centered academic environment" OAKVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (905) 825-1247 112 Third Line Oakville L6L3Z6 http://www.screen.com/mnet/eng/cpigs/cpigs http://www.oxtordiearnmg.com http://www.bertinstables.com mailto:bertin@weblv.nel http://www.glenburnieschool.com FALL REGISTRATION Get kids' vision checked before starting school Internet safety for kids *6ra*y 'Legs 15% off LOOK FOR YOUR FALL 8 WINTER 1999/2000 Classes in Modem or Antique Dolls 845-7454 Register Now for our 13-week Fall Program "Begins Sept 13th" 842-ELFS 220 Wyecroft Rd. Unit 52 (8 4 2 - 3 5 3 7) Established: 1977 140 Dunn Street, Oakville. Tel: 905-844-4630 T 3-6 YEARS OLD ** For information: Call Dianne Devaux 905-842-9535 ' 469-192? OXFORD Open 7 days a week year round • 3 indoor riding arenas • Day at farm for children ages 5-13 (Sat.) S35 • Summer Day Camps SISOAvk. Classes for Teenagers & Adults 3445 Dundas W. 1 1/2 miles west of Hwy. #25 on North side Summer Overnight Camps S375/\vk. ;>f I; 1 'ZSV ns Call (905) 338-6236 • • 260 Robinson Street, Oakville L6J 1G6 TEL.: (905) 844-7035 Quality education in action Register now for September 1999 Spaces available in most classes. Call soon for information or a tour. OAKVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL