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This league allows the boys to form their own team. 11th and 12th grade teams are not allowed to practice unless they have an adult volunteer coach who attends all practices and games. 9th and 10th Grade Boys teams are required to have an adult Head Coach. Players register individually for this league. Team captains are allowed to request 8 players and then are assigned additional free agents to round out the team. Email player requests to Jim Dihu at jdihu@prparks.org by December 7. All high school boys will receive an email during winter break to inform them of their team assignments and schedules. Practices begin the week of January 4. Registration deadline: December 7. Approximate Practice Start Times Approximate Game Start Times 9th-10th Boys 8:30pm Noon-9:00pm (Su) 11th-12th Boy N/A Noon-9:00pm (Su)

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Designed for beginners with little to no chess experience. This program introduces you to the ultimate game of tactics and strategy at an energizing pace. Participants will develop critical thinking skills while having fun and staying fully engaged. These lessons surely leave you wanting more! About the Mentor: International Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan became an IM at 16 and has a strong competitive record, including the British Junior Chess Championship (2001) and the U.S. National G/60 Chess Championship (2006). He leads many chess programs, inspiring players of all levels to grow and enjoy the game. No Class: Nov 24 (Thanksgiving Break)

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Sponsored by Safe Sitter, is sure to get your teen on the right track to become a babysitter. Participants will learn how to care for a choking infant or child, basic first aid, personal safety for the babysitter, injury prevention, how to care for children, preventing problem behavior, behavior management, ethics and babysitting as a business. Program includes a babysitting manual and a completion card. Participants should bring a baby-sized doll and lunch to class.

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Dollars and Sense: Smart Money Skills for Kids Ages: 8-11 Give your child a head start on their financial future! Through fun games and hands-on activities, students learn how money works in the real world. Understanding topics like savings, spending, debt, budgets, and interest will help students build a healthy relationship with money and start their journey toward a lifetime of financial literacy and independence! Taught by Financial Literacy for the Next Generation, a local business that is passionate about sharing financial literacy with students. No Class Dates: October 20, 27, November 23 (Thanksgiving)

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