Program for
3rd and 4th Graders
The Morning Program
The third through fourth grade program allows students to design a course of study that will meet their needs and interests. Students choose one grade level appropriate class for each of the three morning periods. Selections should be entered on the registration form.
Period 1, 8:45-9:40
Wood Construction, (4th Grade ONLY)
Put your creative side to work! Students will begin with a group project in order to learn and improve their skills with tools. They will then work on individual projects according to their abilities.
Wonderful World of Writing
Stretch the limits of creative writing! Explore your imagination and fine-tune your writing skills while using the writing process. Students will complete exciting new projects and use the computer as a tool for publishing.
Reading and Writing: Fine Tuning the Skills
This course is designed for those students who need to “brush up” their reading and writing skills. Students will engage in a variety of fun, interesting, and challenging activities presented in a comfortable, non-threatening environment. Class size is small to afford individual attention to address the needs of each student.
Young Scientists
Become a junior scientist and explore the world around you. Discover the scientific process through hands-on activities and experiments both in the lab and outdoors in nature. Have fun uncovering the mysteries of nature using the tools of a real scientist!
Fun With Computers, (Also, periods 5&6)
From making silly faces, to making home movies, to burning your own DVD, Fun with Computers is the place to be! We’ll play games, write songs, and more. From Kidpix to Stationery Studio, we’ll be laughing, playing and computing all summer long!
Period 2, 9:40-10:35
Pottery and Wheel Throwing, (Also, period 5)
Half of this course will be devoted to learning the basics of centering, forming, trimming and glazing. Emphasis will be on learning the artistic process rather than finished, polished art projects. The other half of the course will include clay sculptures and projects built by hand.
Math Enrichment
Have fun while reinforcing computational and problem-solving skills. Through individual and group activities, students will use challenging manipulative materials and math games. Come join us in a game of Equate, Multiplication Wrestling, Twister Math, and Division Bingo.
Math Skills: Fine Tuning
This course is designed for those students who need to “brush up” their math skills. Students will engage in a variety of fun, interesting, and challenging activities presented in a comfortable, non-threatening environment. Class size is small to afford individual attention to address the needs of each student.
What’s Cookin’? (Also, period 4)
Make mouth-watering edibles. In this class, cooks of all ages will whip up tasty treats and delightful dishes including pretzels, sushi, pizza, and more!
Keyboarding
Using the amazing Herzog Method of Keyboarding, students will have fun learning how to keyboard quickly and successfully. Students who have had prior keyboarding training will find the class helpful for improving speed and accuracy. Students and parents alike will be amazed at the speed in which keyboarding skills can be acquired! The content in this course is repeated in Session #2; therefore, students are advised to sign up for either Session #1 or Session #2, but not both.
Period 3, 10:55-11:50
Arts and Crafts
Looking for something different? Explore art through clay, sculpture, weaving, mosaic tiles, and model construction. This hands-on class will enable students to complete and take home projects that document successful, creative experiences and provide a boost in self-esteem!
Whodunnit?
Attention mystery fans: stretch your mind this summer by reading, writing, and solving mysteries. Learn the elements of a good mystery and try your hand at solving one. Dust for fingerprints, hunt for clues and be the super sleuth to solve the mystery.
Young Readers Book Club
The more you read, the more you know, and the more you know, the smarter you grow! Improve you skills and increase you reading pleasure. Students will learn to recognize the characteristics of various genres and be introduced to literary terminology and techniques. Students will also embark on an individualized and shared reading program, which will involve responding to their reading using oral language, art, drama, vocabulary, and higher-order thinking skills.
Kids Computer (3rd Grade ONLY)
We’re going to have fun playing, typing, exploring, and finding out all the neat things that kids can do on a computer! Aimed at the younger set, this class will let kids get their hands on the machines in a safe environment and really get their feet wet (but not the computers!) in the world of technology!
Sensational Scrapbook (Also, period 6)
Spend the summer creating your very own personalized scrapbook. This scrapbook of memories is all about you, your family, and friends. You will create pages combining photos, stories, and mementos of your vacations, special times, school events, sports, activities, birthdays, and more. Frames, stamps, cut-outs, stickers, and writing make each page unique. The result will be a creative, fun scrapbook that you will treasure for years to come. Students will need to bring a scrapbook and their photos to class the first day. All other accessories will be provided.
Kid’s Sports (4th Grade ONLY)
Here’s your chance to brush up on your skills and dig in! Students will participate in sports such as basketball, track and field, volleyball, and soccer. FUNdamentals will be addressed daily through drills, lead-up games, scrimmages, and mini-tournaments. Goals of the program include sportsmanship, teamwork, physical fitness, social skills, sports discipline, and of course, fun!
A Little High School Musical
Dance to the songs from the movie, High School Musical. In this class you will create dance moves and learn improvisation techniques in a fun, high-energy environment. You will help choreograph one or two songs from High School Musical and have a showing of these dances at the end of the session.
The Afternoon Program
Students choose one grade level appropriate class for each of the three afternoon periods. Selections should be entered on the registration form.
Period 4, 11:50-12:40
Games Galore
It’s time to play, play, play! Join us for a game of basketball, volleyball, Capture the Flag, or handball. We’ll mix in a few cooperative games like Knots or Acid River and even take time to play a few board games. This is the place for fun and action!
What’s Cookin’?, (Also, period 2)
Make mouth-watering edibles. In this class, cooks of all ages will whip up tasty treats and delightful dishes including pretzels, sushi, pizza, and more!
Needlemania, (Session 2 ONLY)
Learn the basics of knitting, crocheting and needle pointing. For those already skilled in these areas, we will do more advanced projects. We will learn how to plan, cut, piece, hand baste and sew a small patchwork quilt using a sewing machine.
Everyone’s an Artist
Explore your inner creativity and learn techniques using four elements of art: line, color, texture, and form. This engaging hands-on art class will give students opportunities to create, build, form, and experiment with many kinds of art medium, including clay, watercolors, three-dimensional creations, and collage materials. There is no "wrong way" to do art. Everyone is an art master!
Period 5, 1:15-2:05
Afternoon Sports Challenge
Kids will challenge themselves while participating in events such as Football’s Punt, Basketball’s Free Throw Shoot Out, and Soccer’s Penalty Kick. In addition, there will be handball tournaments and a variety of group activities that are fun for all.
Improvisational Comedy
A good comedy improvisation is like a party. On stage or off, everyone can expect to have a good time. Learn new theatre games, and make up the script as you go along. At the end of each session we will share our comedy improvisations with fellow students and an invited audience of family and friends. Don’t miss out!
Pottery and Wheel Throwing, (Also, period 2)
Half of this course will be devoted to learning the basics of centering, forming, trimming and glazing. Emphasis will be on learning the artistic process rather than finished, polished art projects. The other half of the course will include clay sculptures and projects built by hand.
Fun With Computers, (Also, period 1 & 6)
From making silly faces, to making home movies, to burning your own DVD, Fun with Computers is the place to be! We’ll play games, write songs, and more. From Kidpix to Stationery Studio, we’ll be laughing, playing and computing all summer long!
Period 6, 2:05-2:55
Mini Sports Camp
This mini-camp will focus on specific athletic skills for individual. Camps will include, but not limited to, basketball and volleyball. Skills, techniques, rules and strategies will be covered and actual games will be played.
Fun With Computers, (Also, period 1 & 5)
From making silly faces, to making home movies, to burning your own DVD, Fun with Computers is the place to be! We’ll play games, write songs, and more. From Kidpix to Stationery Studio, we’ll be laughing, playing and computing all summer long!
Sensational Scrapbook, Period 6 (Also, period 3)
Spend the summer creating your very own personalized scrapbook. This scrapbook of memories is all about you, your family, and friends. You will create pages combining photos, stories, and mementos of your vacations, special times, school events, sports, activities, birthdays, and more. Frames, stamps, cut-outs, stickers, and writing make each page unique. The result will be a creative, fun scrapbook that you will treasure for years to come. Students will need to bring a scrapbook and their photos to class the first day. All other accessories will be provided.
Art Studio, Period 6
Join other summer school artists to share ideas and brainstorm individual art project possibilities. Suggested art mediums will include clay, painting, mirror etching, marbleizing paper, silk-screen, airbrush, and tile mosaics. The open atmosphere of the art studio and the creative sharing of ideas will surely inspire the artist in you.
Splish Splash Swim, Period 6
Play, swim, and have fun in the sun!!! What would summer be without fun in the pool? Enjoy free time and pool games under the watchful supervision of a certified lifeguard.
