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Orton-Gillingham provides an approach to reading, writing, spelling, and math that is successful for children and adults who struggle to learn the skills that come so easily to others. CATT (O-G) was formed to develop and enhance professional development for Orton-Gillingham instructors. - Orton-Gillingham Training Courses Jump to: |
Events and Registration
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Orton-Gillingham
Tutor Training Course
Application Process:
A handwritten letter of introduction - your background, education and purpose for taking the course.
A letter of reference from a professional who has known you for at least 3 years and who has observed the student working with children.
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Completed Surrey College Enrolment Contract (both sides) plus $50.00 fee payable to Surrey College (non-refundable)
A copy of one of: Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship card or Landed Immigrant Card.
Most recent transcript of marks (secondary or post secondary institution) including proof of proficiency in reading and writing the English language.
1. Applicants must initially submit the following documentation:
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A $400.00 materials fee payable to School District #36 non-refundable upon acceptance to the course: includes pre-course preparation materials.
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A recent (Current within six months) criminal record search. Original only please
2. After notification of a successful interview and reference check, the student will submit:
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Balance of $1200.00 payable to Surrey College ( School District #36) prior to course start date.
3. Upon official acceptance into the program:
PRE-COURSE PREPARATION :
A study package of 25 hours work - will be available to you as soon as
your acceptance into the course is confirmed.
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| Mrs. Sonja Buchanan Principal Surrey College Phone: 604-583-4040 Fax: 604-583-5600 Email: Surrey College 9260 140 Street V3V 5Z4 |
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For applicants without a post-secondary degree: An essay of at least 500
words describing the Specific Learning Difficulty: Dyslexia. Use of reference
material is recommended.
Course fees must be paid in full. Facilitation of the course is subject
to a pre-registration minimum.
O-G Training
| April 25, 2010 |
| Membership Application Information |
| The membership approval committee meets 3 times per year. Membership applications must be complete for consideration by the committee. Please note these application deadlines: April 24, September 15, 2010 January 15, 2011 The membership application committee will require 30 to 60 days to process applications following each application deadline. For more information call Laureen at 604-261-3125 |
| March 22, 2010 |
| Surrey College O-G & O-G Math Course Information Sessions |
| Monday, March 22, 2010 Free Information Session Orton-Gillingham Tutor Training Course Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Math Course Location: Surrey College 9260 140 St. (92 Ave. & 140 St.) Time: 6:30 pm O-G training classes will be held at the Surrey College Site Contact Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040 Email: buchanan_s@sd36.bc.ca |
| April 7, 2010 |
| Surrey College O-G Training Course |
| Starting date - Wednesday, April 7
Completion Date: June 16. Classes are held Wednesday evenings and full days on Saturdays. Schedule: April 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 May 1, 8, 15, 29 June 5, 12, 16 Please register early. INSTRUCTOR: Shannon Green • Certified CATT Orton-Gillingham Tutor Trainer. • Over 10 years experience in this specialized field. Contact Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040. Fax 604-583-5600 Email: buchanan_s@sd36.bc.ca |
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| April 10, 2010 |
| Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Math |
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Part One April 10 & 17 May 8 & 15, 2010 Time: Saturdays - 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location – Surrey Campus, Simon Fraser University Central City complex at 13450 102 Avenue, just south of the Surrey Central SkyTrain station (just look for the large office building. For more information call (604) 261-3125 A hands-on multisensory approach to achieving mastery of basic mathematics. Teachers, tutors, parents and their students can build confidence as they “build” mathematical concepts. SUMMER DATES: Please see the O-G and O-G Math Training Page |
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| July 6, 2010 |
| Surrey College Summer O-G Training Course |
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Surrey College Location July 6 - 24, 2010 Classes take place Tuesday - Friday, week 1 and Monday - Friday, week 2 and 3. There are no classes on weekends Please register early. INSTRUCTOR: Shannon Green • Certified CATT Orton-Gillingham Tutor Trainer. • Over 10 years experience in this specialized field. Contact Sonja Buchanan at Surrey College for more information 604-583-4040. Fax 604-583-5600 Email: buchanan_s@sd36.bc.ca |
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| July 6, 2010 |
| Orton-Gillingham Multisensory Math - Part 1 and 2 |
Part One: Introduction to O-G Math and Manipulatives - Core Concepts. Tuesday - Friday, July 6-9 Part Two: Advanced Skills and Practicum Monday - Thursday, July 12 - 15 *Successful completion of Part 1 & 2 are required for the CATT (O-G) Math Specialty Certificate |
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Professional Development
| April 24, 2010 |
| 10th Annual Spring Fling |
| April 24, 2010
10th Annual Spring Fling Saturday, April 24, 2010 Unity Church 5840 Oak, Vancouver BC Rear Entrance Presenting: Marina Knutson - Occupational Therapist - Written Output Carol Lau - from Sound idEARS - Auditory Processing Sandy Johal from Panorama Optometry - Visual Processing |
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Special Events
| March 2010 |
| O-G Tutor Support Meetings |
| North Vancouver O-G tutors meet regularly. Location: You can access the Rec. Room from two locations -1960 Rufus Drive or 1930 Cedar Village Crescent. Both streets run off Kirkstone Drive in Lynn Valley. The Rec. Room is located in the centre of the complex where the pool is.There is no visitor parking but between those two streets parking should be easy to find. (email Corey for details) Richmond / Ladner/ Twassawsen CATT tutors hold informal meetings on a monthly basis. The meetings are held on weekdays during the mornings, generally starting at 9:30 or 10 am. We meet at a local café or occasionally at a member’s home. . A topic decided upon beforehand is discussed and members have an opportunity to ask questions and share . Contact Allyn by email arodden@shaw.ca Surrey O-G Tutor Meetings are generally held the first Friday of every month at 7:00 PM. Call Lori Krueger 604-538-2497, or email lkrueger@shaw.ca Vancouver O-G Tutors are asked to call Maureen at 604- 618 - 6554 for the current date, topic, and location of meetings |
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