2017 Summer Camp
Exciting and Educational Mini-Camp
June 12th - June 23rd
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM*
Opportunities for Middle School Students
Those entering Sixth Grade through those entering Ninth Grade are welcome.
Students can choose from morning and afternoon sessions, or they can attend both, for a full day.
Deadline for Registration is June 2nd, 2017
*Morning Care available at 8:00 AM
*After Care available until 5:30 PM
To register call or email for Availability.
Free Brekfast and Lunch are included for all campers.
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Morning Camp
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A01 Math Help with Ms. Gourley What’s better than sleeping in the first couple weeks of summer break? Waking up to do math! *cue dramatic sigh* This camp is for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students who want to get a head start or brush up on algebraic skills. We will be working with variables, the FOIL method, creating linear graphs (using y=mx +b), among many other concepts. Algebra can be fun, so expect the monotony of arithmetic to be broken up with many games and activities.
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A02 Students will choose songs from musicals to choreograph and perform in a small show!
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A03 Service Learning/Volunteering Camp with Coach Nelsen Campers will work together on projects to benefit the community. We will be going off campus to volunteer at local organizations such as nursing homes, day cares, pet rescue centers, local food banks and environmental clean-ups.
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A04 Fishing We will be taking trips to various onshore fishing locations throughout the greater Sarasota area. We will be going over basic fishing techniques using both artificial and live baits. If students have their own fishing rod it would be helpful but not necessary. Fishing licenses will not be necessary as we will be fishing from shore. Will be bussed off-campus daily.
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This Camp is Full Video Games Creation Camp Learn how to create digital games with our Game Maker program! Campers will study game design theory and play! They will play games from gaming consoles throughout the ages, and learn what makes the classics classic as well as how games have developed over the years. By the end of the camp you will have created your own computer game!
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A08 Photography Fun Students will learn a variety of photography skills and techniquest to develop their own photographic vision and portfolio of work. We will visit locations in the community for students to take photos. Students will also learn how to digitally edit and enhance their photos. Students will have fun using their oritignal photos to create mixed media projects and discover alternative photographic processes.
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A09 Summer Art Camp During this summer camp kids will learn how to center clay on the potter’s wheel, pull up the walls, and form a variety of shapes including bowls, cups, and plates. Hand building will be involved as we embellish our pots with handles and decorations. At the end, we will paint and glaze all of our creations making them food safe and durable. Class includes group instruction and the room to grow and experiment with clay. Other clay projects include crazy fish, shoe texture creatures, and animal sculptures. During the second week of camp, students will experience other art mediums such as painting projects, jewelry making and an introduction to screen printing and t shirt creations. |
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A10 Beach Volleyball Camp Camp Flyer Do you like going to the beach? Do you like playing games? SSA+S Beach Volleyball Camp plans to go to the beach every morning. Players will get their own beach volleyball to keep! In addition, you will learn the basics of beach volleyball, play in a tournament, and practice team building skills, all while getting exercise! We may even go swimming, play tag, race, and other fun games! Boys and girls are welcome – it is a lot of fun!! Water bottle, sun block, and appropriate attire required.
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A12 Fun with Reading Campers will be working with Ms. Dunlap on their summer Language Arts project and increasing their Reading skills by listening to Audiobooks and reading along. We will be working on their projects as well as Reading skills with Reader’s Theatre, games and technology. |
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Afternoon Camp
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P01 Harry Potter Movie and Activity Camp Join Mr. Stone as we watch all of the Harry Potter movies, participate in various Wizarding activities, and other magical surprises! This afternoon camp is a MUST for all those Harry Potter enthusiasts out there!
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P02 Lego Camp Students will build different modesl of LEGOs. Students will also learn the beginning stages of programign with access and exposure to the LEGO Mindstorms NXT Brick.
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P03 SHE - Sigma Eta Epsilon with Ms. Gourley Spend two weeks learning the ins and outs, the do’s and don’ts of makeup and hair design! Possible guest speakers include representatives from make-up stylists from local salons, a dermatologist, a dentist and a manners and etiquette expert! We’ll learn about self-esteem, all different types of skin and hair care, manicures, and pedicures. We will have instructional days on application of make-up, braids, and up dos. Students will have a small list of required items for personal use (such as eyeliner, mascara, eyelash curler, brushes, and comb).
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P04 Board and Card Games Learn how to play interesting and unknown card and board games that you’ve never heard of: Dixit, Oh Gnome You Don’t, Fluxx, River Dragons, Super Dungeon Explore, Zombicide, and so much more! We’ll take a field trip to Dark Side Comics and Games and learn more about the gaming community. Strategy games can help math skills and even more importantly, social skills. Make some friends, have fun, become strategic geniuses, and learn some games you can teach your family for family game nights and friends at parties! (Field Trips)
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P05 SSA+S Team Sports Camp This session will include team sports such as basketball, ultimate football, burnball, kickball, baseball and many other fun indoor games and competitions! Teams will be picked and you will compete against other campers. The winners always get SLURPEES! A camp T-shirt will be provided as well! |
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P06 Home Economics 101 with Ms. Dunlap Campers will learn basic skills, tips and safety of everyday life and personal management skills. Cooking, cleaning, banking skills, shopping, edible gardening, college and career. In addition, home economics basics such as laundry, ironing, and sewing. Think of this class as a Life 101 – getting our kids more independent and confident before they move on to college and beyond. We will be taking field trips to local stores, businesses, etc. If you like keeping your hands busy, this is the camp for you.
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