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Here you can find several resources to support you in achieving your goals for your family.
__**Family Resources **__

Thursday-Saturday, Dec. 15-17, 2011 56 Harvester Ave. Batavia, NY, 14020 7:30 p.m. $10 adults $8 children/seniors This is an event for the whole family. The website reads, "Our own version of the classic Charles Dickens tale will take to out stage as our Holiday offering. A family favorite filled with ghosts and characters, this tried and true tradition will certainly add to your holiday season." There is even a special showing at 2pm on December 18th with proceeds benefiting the Michael Napoleon Memorial Foundation.
 * A Christmas Carol, by the Batavia Player's Club**

When: The third Tuesday of every month Where: Genesee County Park, Wyoming, NY This is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with your family while making a difference in the community! Come help clean up the park and complete various other projects with the park staff and other members of the community.
 * Genesee County Park Volunteer Day**

__**Career Building Resources **__

[] Here is a checklist to aid you with your interview preparation. Tips on what to wear, what to bring, and questions you may want to ask are also included.
 * Interview Preparation Checklist**

**Genesee Community College Career Services** [] This website can get you started with your job search. Assistance with resume and cover letter writing, as well as tips for your job search are available. Interviewing tips and strategies are also included on the website.

Tuesday, Apr 03, 2012 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Batavia Campus Local and regional companies will be available to answer questions, accept resumes and hand out material relating to their companies. Dress to impress and bring your resume!
 * Annual Job Fair at GCC**

__**Higher Education Resources **__

[] This is a link to a convenient, printable checklist for the college search and application process. On this list is everything that should/must be done in order to have a smooth transition from high school to college. There are a lot of steps involved in applying to college and this list ensure that nothing is forgotten!

[|www.fafsa.ed.gov] This site is the starting point for any financial aid needed for college. You will need to create a pin number and have all of your tax information on hand in order to complete the application. It is free and is necessary if you are interested in any form of state or federal aid.

[] This website is secondary to FAFSA (above). Once your FAFSA is complete, you can apply here for additional money through state/federal grants, scholarships, and TAP (tuition assistance program). While FAFSA is a federal application, this application pertains more to state aid.

Services for Students with Disabilities The Center for Academics Progress Margaret Heater, Associate Dean of Student Development Room D208 (585) 343-0055 extension 6351 Here you can find information on your child's eligibility for services in college, as well as the process and documentation necessary for obtaining these services.
 * Genesee Community College**

[] __Coordinator:__ Maryellen Post, M.S.Ed. Office for Students with Disabilities Room 227 Seymour College Union The College at Brockport 350 New Campus Drive Brockport, NY 14420-2947 Telephone: (585) 395-5409 Fax: (585) 395-5291 E-mail: __osdoffic@brockport.edu__ Here is the website and contact information for the SUNY Brockport Center for Students with Disabilities. The website has information on the types of services available for students, necessary forms and documentation, the accommodation appeal process, and the responsibilities of the student with disabilities.
 * SUNY Brockport**

__** Extracurricular Resources: **__

sportscamps@houghton.edu Coach David Lewis - phone: (585) 567-9548 or email david.lewis@houghton.edu Coach Matthew Webb - phone (585) 567- 9489 or email matthew.webb@houghton.edu [] This camp is offered for kids/teens entering grades 4-12. It is offered as a weeklong residential, day, or mini-day camp. The dates available range from July 22, 2012 to August 2, 2012. Discounts are offered if five or more kids register from the same school. The camp provides training for beginning and advanced players.
 * Houghton College Summer Soccer Camp 2012 **

Batavia, NY 14020 gasabatavia@yahoo.com [] GASA is a popular summer soccer organization for players 6-19. Registration deadline is January 15, 2010. Also included in the website is information on upcoming summer camps offered through GASA.
 * Genesee Amateur Soccer Association (GASA)**

Head Coach: Gary LaPietra glapietr@brockport.edu (585) 395-5448 Graduate Assistant: Joseph Baia jbaia1@brockport.edu Here are some contacts that your child may be interested in pursuing if he has any desire to continue soccer in college. They can give him information on what prerequisites he may want to seek out, or additional training resources that could help him achieve his soccer goals.
 * SUNY Brockport Men's Soccer**

Head Coach: Ken Gavin kjgavin@genesee.edu This is contact information for Genesee Community College's Men's Soccer program. If you wish to learn more about the program before contacting the coach, the web address is: []
 * GCC Men's Soccer**

Erik Fix Director of Camping Services YMCA Camp Hough / GLOW YMCA 585.344.1664 <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;"><span style="color: #4f839f; font-family: Verdana,Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; text-decoration: none;">efix@geneseeymca.org Camp Hough is a weeklong summer experience that strives to: <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">( []
 * YMCA Summer/Day Camp at Camp Hough**
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Encourage Teamwork and Cooperation
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Promote Trust
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Enhance Problem Solving Skills
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Encourage and Develop Creative Thinking
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Promote Self Empowerment
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Enhance Self Confidence and Self Worth
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Develop Communication Skills
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 90%;">Provide a Fun and Memorable Experience