March 30, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 13 SCHOOLS & CAMPS During the month of April, Huntington Learning Centers in the area will participate in Mathematics Awareness Month. Started in 1986, Mathematics Awareness Month is promoted each year by the Joint Policy Board for Mathematics, which includes the American Mathematical Society, the American Statistical Association, the Mathematical Association of America and the Society for Industrial Applied Mathematics. “Math education is absolutely critical to our nation’s progress, but on a smaller scale, math is a practical necessity for everyone, including young students,” said Eileen Mathematics Awareness Month celebrated locally Huntington, co-founder of Huntington Learning Center. “We’re proud to celebrate Mathematics Awareness Month because we support JPBM’s mission to increase the public’s appreciation for mathematics and the status of math as an excellent field of study and career path.” The theme of the 2011 Mathematics Awareness Month is “Unraveling Complex Systems,” highlighting the role of math in ecosystems and man-made systems alike. “Complex systems are everywhere—in our towns and cities, in the natural world around us, in our bodies—and math is key to understanding and improving them, thereby better- Fresh air, sunshine, new friends, fun, games, and special memories all add up to Ridgewood Summer Day Camp. This year’s camp will open for the 2011 summer season on Tuesday, June 28 and run for six weeks through Friday, Aug. 5. Children entering grades one through six will enjoy arts and crafts, organized games, swimming, special events, and optional trips. Camp will be held at The Stable, Graydon Pool, Maple Park, Veteran’s Field, Leuning Park, and the community center from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Children are to bring a bag lunch and beverage. Bus transportation is available to all. Summer camp registration begins The day camp registration fee is $500 per child, which includes two camp T-shirts and optional bus transportation. Trips are also optional with limited space; prices vary and registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. All campers must possess a 2011 Graydon Pool membership badge. Registration will be accepted from April 1 through June 6 as space allows. Register online at www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass. For registration assistance or special needs, visit the recreation office at The Stable, 259 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, or call (201) 6705560. ing our lives and the world around us,” said Huntington. “We believe that as educators, we have the power to help students see the relevance and importance of math in life. Mathematics Awareness Month is a wonderful way to further such an important initiative.” For more information about convenient Huntington Learning Center locations or about Mathematics Awareness Month, contact Ashley Oettinger at the Huntington Learning Center of Ridgewood, (201) 447-1235. Founded in 1977, Huntington Learning Center is the nation’s longest-running supplemental education services provider. Today, Huntington continues to be an industry leader providing instruction in reading, writing, spelling, phonics, mathematics, study skills, and SAT and ACT preparation to tens of thousands of students from kindergarten through grade 12. Huntington prides itself on its unparalleled programs that help parents, caregivers, and educators identify the gaps in skills and knowledge that can limit learning potential. Huntington’s personalized programs of instruction enable children to excel. To learn more, call 1-800 CAN LEARN. #1 BASEBALL CAMP IN AMERICA Located on the beautiful campus of SINCE 1981 OVER 30,000 ALUMNI Ramapo College of N.J. in Mahwah. Campers 7-17. Select one or more weeks July 3 thru Aug. 7. Overnight, Day Camp or Extended Day Camp. Major League Stars featuring Alex Rodriguez of the New York Yankees. College coaches. A/C dorm and campers lounge. Batting cages, indoor pool. All-you-can-eat meals. Free video games. Daily instruction and games. Ramapo College HEAD BASEBALL COACH Rich Martin, Director. West Bergen Asperger’s Related Services Workshops - Spring 2011 COACHES AND YOUTH LEADERS Call about our money making program CALL TODAY FOR A FREE BROCHURE 1-800-828-7414 OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.ALLSTARBASEBALLCAMP .COM Registration forms for these workshops can be found on West Bergen’s website OR Call 201-934-1160 3-23-11 Ester/janine