Japanese Abacus Math School – The News Bead - July 2009 - Portland

July 2009

From Sensei

Abacus Summer Camps & Classes

Fall Classes Now Enrolling!

JAMS to Appear at Bethany Village Summer Concerts

Sensei Traveling

Does Your Child Want to Show Their Skills?

In the Community

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From Sensei

I hope your Summer has been fun and relaxing so far! We’ve been busy as ever here at JAMS and enjoying the opportunity to teach abacus to the children in the Sherwood School District. I’ve also enjoyed continuing our classes here at Bethany Village. Classes are still open for the later half of the Summer, so if you’ve been traveling, your children can still enroll for the end of Summer term. We’re all also looking forward to the Fall and would like you to take advantage of our special discount on early registrations... see the special offer section for details!

I hope you enjoy this issue of The News Bead!

Sensei Miwako

Abacus Summer Camps & Classes

Weekly Camps from July 20 through August 14

Schedule Changes

The first four weeks of morning sessions for the Summer Camp have been cancelled, but afternoon sessions for New Students are available by special arrangement. Morning sessions for the Summer schedule will be available for the weeks of 7/20-7/24, 7/27-7/31, 8/3-8/7 and 8/10-8/14.

JAMS is offering an introductory class this Summer that's ideal for everyone in the family - Mom and Dad included! You've seen the amazing things your children are able to accomplish with the abacus, and now you can too! Anyone, at any age, can master basic math calculations no matter what your current skills are in a proven, fun and exciting environment.

The Summer introductory class will provide you or any other family members with the basics to get you going on the road to mastering mental calculation. Register for one week or the entire Summer session today!

Space is limited to 12-20 students per class. Students are separated by age group when possible. Class schedule subject to change based on actual number of students enrolled.

Revised Summer Camp Class Schedule

Revised Summer Abacus Class Schedule

Download your Summer Camp Registration form.

Special Pricing & Discounts
Sibling Discount - $10 off total amount for second child
Register for the full Summer session and save $120*
Register for 6 weeks and save $50*
Register for 4 weeks and save $25*
* Applies only to 9-11:30 and 12:30-3pm classes

Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations must be submitted in writing (mail) and will be processed as follows:
• Each class registration is held to a $25 cancellation fee.
• If you cancel between 30–11 days prior to the start of camp or class, half of the total fee will be refunded.
• If you cancel 10 days or less prior to the start of camp or class, no amount will be refunded.
• Registrations and fees are nontransferable between applicants.

Mail or hand deliver (during school hours) your Registration/Payment to the address below.
Payment method : Check/Cash/PayPal (5% interest)

JAMS Taking Early Registrations for Fall Classes!

ENROLL FOR FALL CLASSES BEFORE JULY 31 AND RECEIVE $25 OFF EACH REGISTRATION!!!

JAMS is please to offer this great discount for all students registering early for the Fall term. All Fall registrations received by July 31 will receive a $25 discount. Call today to reserve your place for the Fall term!

JAMS Fall Schedule

Fall Tuition and Fees

Notes
• OES class will be registering through Oregon Episcopal School
• There is a $25 sibling discount on each additional child if you pay tuition when you pay only in full.

After 7/31, JAMS will begin open enrollment for New Students, filling remaining slots on a first come first serve basis. Class sizes are limited. All fees are non-refundable.

You may mail your registration form and deposit check to:
JAMS
15188 NW Central Drive #219
Portland, Oregon 97229

If you would like to pay through PayPal, I will send invoice upon your request. (5% interest added to total amount.)

I look forward to working with your child/ren in the upcoming year! If you have any questions, please email me at jams.info@gmail.com or call 503-520-1063.

You may also visit www.jamsportland.com to find out what parents are saying about JAMS-PDX!

Download your Fall Registration form at www.jamsportland.com/abacus-math-class-registration.html

JAMS to Appear at Bethany Village Summer Concerts

Mark you calendars for Thursday, July 16 and Thursday, July 30! Sensei Miwako and possibly a few select students will be appearing at the Bethany Village Summer Concerts. Come on out and cheer us on and help spread the word about the power of the abacus!

Sensei Travelling

Sensei Miwako will be traveling from August 15 through August 29. During this time, JAMS will be closed. Fall classes will begin on September 8. Hope to see you in class!

Does Your Child Want to Show Their Skills?

As JAMS becomes more and more popular we’re getting invited to present the abacus to a wide variety of groups and events. Having a student along to showcase their abilities is always a great way to share the power of mental math with others. If your child would like to participate in these events (some of them take place in the evenings and on weekends), please let us know so we can keep them in mind as opportunities come up. You can often invite your family and friends to events, so it is also a great way to show them what your child is learning at JAMS.

In the Community

Sensei is teaching classes this summer in the Sherwood School District.

Abacus for Seniors - Sensei will be teaching a class on Tuesday, July 21 at the Laurel Parc Senior Center. If you know of other Retirement and Senior communities that would be interested in abacus lessons, please call me (503.520.1063) and let me know.