Summer Programs 2015 - St.Thomas` Episcopal School

Summer Programs
2015
“Forming honorable men and women through a classical
education grounded in a Christ-centered world view.”
713.666.3111 • stes.org • 4900 Jackwood • Houston 77096
STE RADIANT SUMMER 2015 CALENDAR
June
1
8
July
15
22
6
13
August
20
27
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ENRICHMENT
Lower
8–9 a.m.
Cursive
Handwriting
9–Noon
Lower
Lower
Lower
Lower
Lower
Lower
Lower
Lower
Cooking with
Colors
Reading
Between the
Lines
LEGO Camp
Learn to Type
Pirates &
Mermaids
Beauty of
Chemistry
What on Earth
Castles &
Kingdoms
Girls Just
Wanna Have
Fun
LEGO
Engineers
Fun with
Ceramics
Let’s Hear
Your Roar
Seven
Wonders of
the World
Fun with
Ceramics
Project
Imagination
Origami
Passport to
Spanish
NXT Explorers
Just Listen
Super Science
Learn to Type
Kinder Prep
Jump Start
Grammar
Math Camp
Penmanship
Camp
Middle
Upper
Intensive
Reading
Frog Guts
Learn to Type
Photography
& Graphic
Design
9-Noon
Middle
Study & Reading Skills
Middle
Gaming 3.0
Fun with
Ceramics
Babysitter’s
Bootcamp
Upper
Grammar
Booster
4
Gr. 8-9
Algebra I
9-2 p.m.
Preschool Fun
J
U
L
Y
Preschool Fun
Preschool Fun
Love Does
Noon-4 p.m.
Passport to
Spanish
Eco-Friendly
Art
NXT Explorers
Gr. 8-9
Algebra I
Preschool Fun
Preschool Fun
Middle
12:30-3:30 p.m.
Middle
W
E
E
K
V
B
S
W
E
E
K
Middle
Math Mania
Learn To Type
Middle
NXT Specialists
Gr. 8-9
Algebra I
Preschool Fun Preschool Fun
All Levels
Musical Theatre
AT H L E T I C S
9-10:30 a.m.
Soccer
Ages 5-9
(Mon–Fri))
Soccer
Ages 5-9
(Mon–Fri))
10:30 a.m.-Noon
Soccer
Ages 10+
(Mon-Fri)
Soccer
Ages 10+
(Mon-Fri)
D AY C AT I O N S
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Daycations
Session 1
Daycations
Session 2
Daycations
Session 3
Daycations
Session 4
Daycations
Session 5
Daycations
Session 6
Daycations
Session 7
Middle
Penmanship
Camp
Upper
Spanish
Refresher
Contents
Enrichment
Lower School.............5
Middle School..........14
Upper School...........18
Athletics
Lower School...........22
Middle School..........22
Upper School...........22
Daycations
Lower School...........23
Middle School..........23
Radiant Summer at STE!
Saint Thomas’ Episcopal is pleased to offer Radiant Summer– an enriching summer experience for 3 year-olds through students entering the
twelfth grade. Academic enrichment, challenging sports, and Daycations
offer a multitude of fun activities and games.
Radiant Summer is open to everyone, not only to STE students.
For more information go to stes.org, or call 713.666.3111.
Amanda L. Welch
Summer Program Director
Phone: 713.666.3111 • Fax: 713.668.3887
radiantsummer@stes.org
Overview
Enrichment Camps
Saint Thomas’ offers a comprehensive summer academic program designed to meet many student needs: enrichment, acceleration, review, and
strengthening of basic skills.
Small classes ensure optimal opportunity and individual attention.
Students may concentrate on a single course or many for a focused learning experience. A relaxed, informal atmosphere and dedicated faculty help
create a pleasant learning environment.
The minimum enrollment per enrichment course is eight students, unless noted under course description. Our enrichment courses are from
June 1–August 7.
All campers must be signed in and signed out upon drop-off and
pick-up.
Course fees and dates are included within each course description.
Course fees include:
• textbook(s)
• field trips (if applicable)
• supplies
• camp t-shirt
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The instructors will distribute books on the first day of class.
Extended day options are available for our enrichment camps, excluding
preschool summer fun.
Athletic Camps
Saint Thomas’ offers challenging athletics for children in grades 1-12.
The minimum enrollment per camp is ten students. Our athletic camps
are from June 22–July 24.
All campers must be signed in and signed out upon drop-off and
pick-up.
Camp fees and dates are included within each course description. Camp
fees include a t-shirt and any supplies required for the camp.
All campers should be dressed in the proper attire for the activities and
bring a water bottle.
Extended day options are available for our athletic camps.
Daycations
St. Thomas’ Daycations offer a variety of activities including:
• art
• sports
• theatre
• outdoor adventure
• music
All campers must be signed in and signed out upon drop-off and
pick-up.
Lunch and snacks are not provided and must be brought each day by the
participant. Lunch from The Healthy Lunchbox may be ordered each week;
however, the order form and payment must be submitted online the Friday
prior to the week of the desired lunch(es).
Campers will take several field trips throughout the summer.
Daycations is open to those entering kindergarten through sixth grade in
August 2015.
Extended day options are available.
Policies and Student Responsibilities
All students are expected to adhere to the academic and personal
standards of conduct and behavior outlined in the Saint Thomas’ StudentParent Handbook. A copy of the handbook is available upon request for
non-STE students.
Students who miss more than two instructional days during a six-week
course may not receive credit for academic courses.
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Late Pick-Up Fees
Campers not picked up by the designated end time for each camp will
accrue a $5 per minute late fee. After the third time, it will increase to $8
per minute.
Late fees will be billed and must be paid to the business office.
Campers will not be admitted to camp if there are unpaid fees.
Application & Payment
Saint Thomas’ reserves the right to cancel or modify camps as circumstances require. Campers affected will be notified immediately.
Please register online at stes.org under the Radiant Summer tab.
Registration Fee: $30 per family
Registration dates (unless noted otherwise under camp description):
• Enrichment: Early: April 10, 2015. Regular registration begins April
13. Regsitration deadline is May 8, 2015.
• Soccer: Registration deadline May 8, 2015.
• Daycations: Early: April 10, 2015. Regular registration due two weeks
prior to each session start date.
Applications submitted after the regular registration deadline accrue a
$50 late fee that must be paid with tuition.
Tuition must be paid in full at the time of online registration.
Applications must only be submitted online only and students will not be
admitted to a camp unless an application has been submitted online.
The Radiant Summer program admits students of any race, color, nationality, religion, or ethnic origin.
Refund/Transfer Policy
Written requests for tuition refunds are accepted, less a $50 administrative fee per camp per child, until May 8, 2015. After that date, Radiant
Summer will make no tuition or fee refunds. Please understand that after
this date we have made firm financial commitments to our faculty and
have purchased materials. However, transfers may be made after May 8,
2015, for a fee of $40 per camp per child, and any difference in camp fees.
Transfers must be made two weeks prior to the first day of the camp in
which they are enrolled.
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Enrichment
Before & After Care
Before Care:
Grades:
Time:
Cost:
7:30-9:00 a.m.
Entering K-7
7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
$35 per week per camper
After Care:
Grades:
Time:
Cost:
4:00-5:30 p.m.
Entering K-7
4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
$35 per week per camper
Before & After Care
Cost:
$60 per week per camper
Instructors: Allison Czach, Tiffini Levingston, Frannie Hicks and
Paige Whitson
Location:
G1
Extended Day Options
There are two extended day options for campers who need to arrive earlier
or stay later than regular camp hours. Emphasis is on supervised, recreational, and creative activities.
Before care: 9:00 a.m.- Noon
Grades:
Entering K-7
Cost:
$50 per camper per week
After care: Grades:
Cost:
Instructors: Location: Noon-4:00 p.m.
Entering K-7
$70 per camper per week
Allison Czach, Tiffini Levingston, Frannie Hicks and
Paige Whitson
G1
Competitive Dance Classes
Dance classes will be available for children entering fourth through twelfth
grade. Please contact Mrs. Cusack, cusack.donna@stes.org for dates,
times, and cost.
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Lower School (Ages 3-5th grade)
Musical Theatre
Join this fun-filled two weeks of learning about musical theatre! Each day
students will be exposed to different aspects, such as acting, singing, movement, and dance. The students will perform an ensemble to showcase their
work on the last day of class.
Grades:
Entering 1-5
Camp Date: July 20-31
Time:
Noon-4:00 p.m.
Cost:
$335 if registered by April 10, 2015
$345 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Noelle Laufer & Allison Czach
Room:
Theatre
Kinder Prep
This camp reviews basic academics for Kindergarten. Students will work on
letter recognition, sound, and writing skills. Shapes, colors, and numbers
are a focus, as well as name writing and the beginner stages of reading.
This is a great way for your child to build more confidence before starting
Kindergarten.
Grade:
Entering Kindergarten
Camp Date: July 27-31
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Kelli Freeman
Room:
E3
Shh…Just Listen
This camp is designed to reinforce listening, writing, and oral reading skills
in a fun and exciting environment. Having a hard time following directions
and staying focused? This camp will help.
Grades:
Entering K-1
Camp Date: July 20-24
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Paige Whitson
Room:
E2
5
Let’s Hear Your Roar
Come join the fun as we discover the world of dinosaurs! We’ll visit the
Dino Lab and see dinosaurs in their habitat and learn about when they
lived, what they ate and why they disappeared - or did they? We’ll dig up
skeletons, make fossils, play dinosaur games, sing dinosaur songs, make
dinosaur snacks, and even visit the paleontology museum!
Grades:
Entering K-2
Camp Date: June 22-26
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Allison Czach
Room:
A1
Project Imagination
This camp allows students to read/listen to stories, then create a character
or scene from the story using a variety of different tools. Imagination is key
in this class. Come explore your imagination with us.
Grades:
Entering 3-4
Camp Date: July 6-10
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Room:
Theatre
Passport to a Spanish-Speaking World
Come explore the worlds of Spanish and Hispanic art, literature and music!
Each day we will focus on a different artist, author or poet, and musician.
Not only will we view art, read literature, and listen to music, but we will try
our hand at creating art, poetry, and music. We will learn new vocabulary
in Spanish (names of the musical instruments) along the way.
Grades:
Entering 4-5
Camp Date: July 6-10
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Beth McCarty
Room:
C2
6
Preschool Summer Fun
This is a weekly camp that will have a different theme each week. During
the weeks of the summer, campers will be exposed to Bible lessons and
academics. From arts and crafts to outside water play, this is a guaranteed
great time for all.
Ages:
3-4
Camp Dates: June 1-5
Session 1 (Paige Whitson)
June 8-12
Session 2 (Paige Whitson)
June 15-19
Session 3 (Tammy Knight)
June 22-26
Session 4 (Paige Whitson)
July 6-10
Session 5 (Allison Czach)
July 20-24
Session 6 (Tammy Knight)
July 27-31
Session 7 (Frannie Hicks)
Time:
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Cost:
$175 per week if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 per week if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructors: Allison Czach, Paige Whitson, Frannie Hicks and
Tammy Knight
Room: ECLP 3
Jump Start First Grade
Spend a fun week with your first grade classmates getting acquainted with
one another while playing games! You will brush up on oral reading skills,
handwriting, and arithmetic to be ready for the first day of school. This
camp is full of surprises to give you a jump-start to first grade!
Grade:
Entering 1
Camp Date: July 27-31
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Kim Chapa
Room:
B1
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What on Earth
Explore what’s on and in the earth’s crust. Dig up worms, make and take
home your very own worm farm. Start a collection of cool rocks, minerals,
and gemstones as we learn how to sift for rocks. Make a volcano - it is up
to you how high it will erupt. Dig for fossils and help uncover a dinosaur
skeleton. Learn about the awesome force of water and make a model village, which will then be struck by a tsunami!
Grade:
Entering 1-5
Camp Date: June 8-12
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Erica Maw & Emily Mitchell
Room:
C4
Cursive Handwriting
Saint Thomas’ Episcopal School begins cursive writing instruction in the first
grade, and all written work from the second year forward must be prepared
in cursive. This camp provides cursive writing instruction for new students
who have had little or no previous instruction in cursive, and also for currently enrolled students who wish to improve their handwriting. All new
STE students entering second and third grades this August are
required to attend.
Grades:
Entering 2-3
Camp Date: July 27-31
Time:
8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
Cost:
$125 if registered by April 10, 2015
$135 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Kim Chapa
Room:
B1
Pirates & Mermaids
Our first of two imagination vacations will take place on the Isle of Saint
Thomas’. Join us for a week-long treasure trove of fun with pirates, mermaids and adventure seeking explorers. We will perfect our pirate moves,
whip up some mermaid munchies, play island games, and meet new
friends.
Ages:
4-6
Camp Date: June 8-12
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Kelli Freeman
Room:
E3
8
The Beauty of Chemistry
In this camp, campers will learn to make their own lotions, lip balm, soaps,
bath salts, and much more. Each camper will package, label, and name
their very own creations, in addition to creating their own recipe books with
each of their items listed.
Grades:
Entering 1-3
Camp Date: June 8-12
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Frannie Hicks
Room:
D2
Seven Wonders of the World
Did you know there are more than seven wonders of the world? Seven
wonders of the ancient world, the medieval world, the modern world etc.
Come join us to study the wonders of our world and discover them with
your own eyes.
Grades:
Entering 2-5
Camp Date: June 22-26
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Room:
A2
Castles & Kingdoms
Explore a week in the kingdom of Saint Thomas’ where knights and dragons, fairies and princesses abide. This imagination vacation will offer art,
crafts, cooking, dress-ups, games, music, story times, and royal snacks.
Ages:
4-6
Camp Date: June 15-19
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Kathlene Rothkop
Room:
E3
9
Learn to Type
Have you ever noticed another person’s incredible ability to type at the
speed of light while maintaining accuracy? Now is your chance to be that
person! With helpful computer programs and one-on-one teacher assistance, this camp will help get you on your way to becoming the best typist
you can be.
Grades:
Entering 5-6
Camp Date: June 1-5 Session 1
July 20-24 Session 2
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Rebecca Stewart
Room:
104
Cooking with Colors
Campers will participate in a variety of simple, hands-on cooking lessons.
Each day campers will enjoy food and cooking activities to correspond to
a color, with emphasis on healthy eating habits and the 5 food groups.
Campers will also learn about kitchen safety and cleanliness.
Ages:
4-6
Camp Date: June 1-5
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Frannie Hicks
Room:
ECLP 4
Reading Between the Lines
This camp is designed to boost phonics skills and increase reading readiness
in a fun atmosphere. This is ideal for those just learning to read and also for
those who are already reading. Join us for a week of fun-filled activities to
improve your skills for the upcoming school year.
Grades:
Entering 1-2
Camp Date: June 1-5
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Room:
A1
10
Explorer’s LEGO® WeDO Sets
This camp, for the younger engineers, will coach the campers on ways to
build structures, the different ways the parts work together, and allow each
camper “free” building time to create their own constructions.
Grades:
Entering 3-4
Camp Date: June 1-5
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$185 if registered by April 10, 2015
$195 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Brenda Lary
Room:
105
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun
Join us for this fun-filled week of girls being girls and having fun. Campers
will participate in a variety of crafts and activities that will encourage teamwork and individual independence, such as making tie dye shirts, beading
suncatchers, and other fun and girly-girl items. We will dance, sing, and
laugh together in this activity filled camp. Don’t miss out on all the fun!
Grades:
Entering 1-3
Camp Date: June 15-19
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Room:
B1
Beginning Engineers LEGO® WeDo Sets
The next level campers will use the WeDo parts to construct a variety of
functional structures from a plan that unfolds through a series of pictures.
This level is best suited for children who are advanced in their ability to focus on a long term goal, can persist when challenged, and follow through
with a plan.
Grades:
Entering 4-5
Camp Date: June 15-19
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$185 if registered by April 10, 2015
$195 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Brenda Lary
Room: 105
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NXT Explorers
Campers will build the REM bot (learning construction techniques), attach
sensors, and learn the graphical version of Labview software to start programming their robot to perform missions.
Grades:
Entering 5-6
Camp Date: July 6-10
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$185 if registered by April 10, 2015
$195 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Brenda Lary
Room:
105
Super Science Exploration
Join us for fun science experiments and activities! While completing a daily
science experiment, students will also sharpen skills such as oral reading,
reading comprehension, math, and handwriting.
Grades:
Entering 2-3
Camp Date: July 20-24
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Room:
A1
Grammar - Math Camp
The math portion of this camp will cover number sense, fact games, fractions, and logic. The grammar portion will cover parts of speech, sentence
structure, subject-verb agreement, and diagramming. There will be light
homework.
Grades:
Entering 4-5
Camp Date: July 21-August 1
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015 for one week
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015 for one week
Instructor: Pam Copeland
Room:
F3
12
Fun with Ceramics
Express yourself in three dimensions by creating pieces in ceramic clay.
Campers will master the additive and subtractive methods of sculpting
while building 3-dimensional art pieces and gain the skills to focus on contextual clues in which art is created, contextual clues in which manner and
setting are experienced in art, and the functions and purposes of art.
Grades:
Entering 5
Camp Date: June 15-22
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$335 if registered by April 10, 2015
$345 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Diane Arrington
Room:
108
Cross Your T and Dot Your I-Cursive Writing Refresher
Are you struggling with capital S or G? How are your m & n’s? What
about T’s and F’s? Did you know that longhand script has many advantages? It develops fine motor skills, reinforces learning, helps students with
disabilities, is faster than printing, is a form of art, and connects students to
the past; which is a requirement for STE students. Practice makes perfect!
Let’s work together on improving our penmanship.
Grades:
Entering 4-5
Camp Date: August 3-7
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Dawn Durain
Room:
C3
Origami-Art of Paper Folding
Come and learn to play with “shapes” with just a piece of paper! We will
explore how it can become so many fun things--animals, flowers, boats,
fans, trinket boxes, bookmarks, and more. Even a dollar bill can become a
heart.
Grades:
Entering 3-5
Camp Date: July 6-10
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Annie Lee
Room:
A2
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Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Musical Theatre
Join this fun-filled two weeks of learning about musical theatre! Each day
students will be exposed to different aspects, such as acting, singing, movement, and dance. Students will perform an ensemble to showcase their
work on the last day of class.
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: July 20-31
Time:
Noon-4:00 p.m.
Cost:
$335 if registered by April 10, 2015
$345 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Noelle Laufer & Allison Czach
Room:
Theatre
Study Skills & Reading Workshop
This camp is designed to help students entering sixth through eighth grade
improve their study habits and reading comprehension through fun, interactive activities that will put skills into practice. The study skills component
will focus on areas of keyboarding, organization, time management, goal
setting, note taking, and test preparation. The reading component of the
curriculum is designed to produce independent learners by teaching students to think clearly, perceptively, and critically while focusing on writing
mechanics and reading comprehension concepts. The program as a whole
will help to improve student abilities as learners and is geared for all skill
levels. The lessons learned will apply to all parts of the academic environment in the middle school. Join us for an action-packed, fun week of skill
development!
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: June 22-26
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Charles Gramatges & Mari Low
Room:
C2 & D1
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Photography & Graphic Design
This camp introduces students to the basics of using a digital camera
(DSLR), as well as the ability to digitally enhance photos using computer
software (Adobe PhotoShop and Adobe Lightroom). The main objective of
the course will be to create a small portfolio of pictures using the skills acquired during the camp.
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: June 1-5
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Justyna Brewczyk
Room:
G4/Yearbook Room
NXT Explorers
Campers will build the REM bot (learning construction techniques), attach
sensors, and learn the graphical version of Labview software to start programming their robot to perform missions.
Grades:
Entering 5-6
Camp Date: July 6-10
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$185 if registered by April 10, 2015
$195 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Brenda Lary
Room:
105
Frog Guts
This camp is designed to expose students to proper dissection procedures
and allow them to have a fun, hands-on science experience. Students will
learn appropriate dissection terminology, safety, and procedures. As an introductory practice, participants will dissect earthworms. Subsequently, stuents will conduct an extensive dissection of a grass frog specimen, identify
organs and structures, and learn how these structures function.
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: June 1-5
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$185 if registered by April 10, 2015
$195 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Erica Maw
Room:
C4
15
Passport to a Spanish-Speaking World
Come explore the worlds of Spanish and Hispanic art, literature and music!
Each day we will focus on a different artist, author or poet, and musician.
Not only will we view art, read literature, and listen to music, but we will try
our hand at creating art, poetry, and music. We will learn new vocabulary
in Spanish (names of the musical instruments) along the way.
Grades:
Entering 6
Camp Date: July 6-10
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Beth McCarty
Room:
C2
Babysitter’s Bootcamp
The Babysitter’s Boot Camp is a week long course designed for young
adults ages 12 and older who are interested in babysitting for friends,
family and neighbors. Campers will learn the basics of childcare including,
feeding, diapering, choosing age-appropriate games and toys and handling
behavior problems. Red Cross Babysitting Handbook, CPR and First Aid certifications will be included.
Grades:
Entering 7-8
Camp Date: June 15-19
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$185 if registered by April 10, 2015
$195 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Allison Czach & Frannie Hicks
Room:
Ingram Room
Cross Your T and Dot Your I-Cursive Writing Refresher
Are you struggling with capital S or G? How are your m & n’s? What
about T’s and F’s? Did you know that longhand script has many advantages? It develops fine motor skills, reinforces learning, helps students with
disabilities, is faster than printing, is a form of art, and connects students to
the past; which is a requirement for STE students. Practice makes perfect!
Let’s work together on improving our penmanship.
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: August 3-7
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Dawn Durain
Room:
C3
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Love Does
What does “Love Does” mean to you? As a group, we will examine ways
to subtly spread God’s love to those around us. We will discuss and study
the stories found in Love Does by Bob Goff. Students will study scripture
and participate in a devotional based off of the story Love Does. Let’s
examine ways to love, respect, and honor those around us just as our Lord
has done for us!
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: June 22-26
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Emily Mitchell
Room:
C3
Gaming 3.0
Interested in playing some games? Looking for a new, dynamic challenge?
In Gaming 3.0, gamers will unplug from television and work face-to-face to
achieve team-based goals, vanquish evil, and save the planet. We will play
games such as: Descent: Journeys in the Dark, Pandemic, Terra Mystica,
Settlers of Catan, and more! Each of these games requires groups to work
together to come up with a solution to intricate puzzles. Join in exhilarating, science fiction fantasy environments as we escape dungeons, cure
epidemics, and beat the clock to achieve our goals.
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: June 15-19
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Charlie Gramatges
Room:
D1
Math Mania
Students will explore percent, proportions, probability, and integers through
fun and games. Join us as we develop and strengthen your understanding
of these essential math skills. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to get
a leg up on middle school math!
Grade:
Entering 6
Camp Dates: July 7-11
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Sara Miller
Room:
C2
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Eco-Friendly Art
This camp will encourage students to be creative and eco-friendly. All
projects and crafts will be completed with recyclable, reusable, household
materials. Think green!
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: July 6-10
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Erica Maw
Room:
C4
Fun with Ceramics
Express yourself in three dimensions by creating pieces in ceramic clay.
Campers will master the additive and subtractive methods of sculpting
while building 3-dimensional art pieces and gain the skills to focus on contextual clues in which art is created, contextual clues in which manner and
setting are experienced in art, and the functions and purposes of art.
Grades:
Entering 6-8
Camp Date: June 15-22
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$335 if registered by April 10, 2015
$345 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Diane Arrington
Room:
108
Upper School (Grades 9-12)
Musical Theatre
Join this fun-filled two weeks of learning about musical theatre! Each day
students will be exposed to different aspects, such as acting, singing, movement, and dance. The students will perform an ensemble to showcase their
work on the last day of class.
Grades:
Entering 9-12
Camp Date: July 20-31
Time:
Noon-4:00 p.m.
Cost:
$335 if registered by April 10, 2015
$345 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Noelle Laufer & Allison Czach
Room:
Theatre
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Refresher Bridge to Spanish II
This camp will help students review Spanish I and prepare them for the high
school credit course, Spanish II A/B, beginning in August 2015. The main
focus will be to review irregular verbs and grammar needed to be successful
in high school Spanish, but we will also review important vocabulary.
Grades:
Entering 9-12
Camp Date: August 3-7
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Beth McCarty
Room:
104
Algebra I
This camp is mandatory for STE students with a D average or lower from
eighth grade algebra. It is also open to students who would like additional
review of Algebra I. Topics include: variables, functions, rational numbers,
linear equations, exponents, etc. Students who improve their grade from
eighth grade may receive credit. This camp may not be taken instead of
Algebra I during the school year.
Grades:
Entering 9
Camp Date: June 1-July 17
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon (5 weeks)
Noon-3:00 p.m. (last week only)
Cost:
$885 if registered by April 10, 2015
$895 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Rodney Ferguson & Adagena Balaban
Room:
C1
Grammar Booster
This grammar camp is for returning STE students entering ninth through
twelfth grade who need additional review. The camp covers the eight parts
of speech, sentence structure, capitalization, punctuation, proper word
usage, and diagramming. STE students only. Mandatory for returning
students who fail the Grammar Booster Test.
Grades:
Entering 9-12
Camp Dates: June 22-26
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by May 8, 2015
$185 if registered after May 8, 2015
Instructor: Elizabeth Schwartz
Room:
106
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Intensive Reading
This camp is for STE students who did not pass one or more required reading tests. Homework will be assigned and must be completed. After successfully completing the course, students will receive credit for up to two
required reading books.
Grades:
Entering 10-12
Camp Date: June 8-12
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175 if registered by April 10, 2015
$185 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Marcel Widzisz
Room:
103
Fun with Ceramics
Express yourself in three dimensions by creating pieces in ceramic clay.
Campers will master the additive and subtractive methods of sculpting
while building 3-dimensional art pieces and gain the skills to focus on
contextual clues in which art is created, contextual clues in which manner
and setting are experienced in art, and the functions and purposes of art.
Grades:
Entering 9-12
Camp Date: June 15-22
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$335 if registered by April 10, 2015
$345 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Diane Arrington
Room:
108
Babysitter’s Bootcamp
The Babysitter’s Boot Camp is a week long course designed for young
adults ages 14 and older who are interested in babysitting for friends,
family and neighbors. Campers will learn the basics of childcare including,
feeding, diapering, choosing age-appropriate games and toys and handling
behavior problems. Red Cross Babysitting Handbook, CPR and First Aid certifications will be included.
Grades:
Entering 9-12
Camp Date: June 15-19
Time:
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$185 if registered by April 10, 2015
$195 if registered after April 10, 2015
Instructor: Allison Czach & Frannie Hicks
Room:
Ingram Room
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Athletics
Before & After Care
Before Care
Grades:
Entering K-7
Time:
7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
Cost:
$35 per week per camper
After Care
Grades:
Time:
Cost:
Entering K-7
4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
$35 per week per camper
Before & After Care
Cost:
$60 per week per camper
Instructors: Allison Czach, Tiffini Levingston, Frannie Hicks and
Paige Whitson
Location:
G1
Extended Day Options
There are two extended day options for campers who need to arrive earlier
or stay later than regular camp hours. Emphasis is on supervised, recreational, and creative activities.
Before care: 9:00 a.m.-Noon
Grades:
Entering K-7
Cost:
$50 per camper per week
After care: Grades:
Cost:
Instructors: Location: Noon-4:00 p.m.
Entering K-7
$70 per camper per week
Allison Czach, Tiffini Levingston, Frannie Hicks and
Paige Whitson
G1
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Lower School (K-Grade 5)
Soccer Camp
This camp is designed to teach the basics to those wanting to learn more
about soccer. It is also for those who would like to improve their skills.
Grades:
Ages 5-9, 10+
Camp Dates: June 22-26
Session 1
July 20-24
Session 2
Camp Days: Monday-Friday
Time:
9:00-10:30 a.m., Ages 5-9
10:30 a.m.-Noon, Ages 10+
Cost:
$175
Coach:
Kenneth Hoerner
Location:
STE Soccer Field
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Soccer Camp
This camp is designed to teach the basics to those wanting to learn more
about soccer. It is also for those who would like to improve their skills.
Grades:
Ages 10+
Camp Dates: June 22-26
Session 1
July 20-24
Session 2
Camp Days: Monday-Friday
Time:
10:30 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175
Coach:
Kenneth Hoerner
Location:
STE Soccer Field
Upper School (Grades 9-12)
Soccer Camp
This camp is designed to teach the basics to those wanting to learn more
about soccer. It is also for those who would like to improve their skills.
Grades:
Ages 14+
Camp Dates: June 22-26
Session 1
July 20-24
Session 2
Camp Days: Monday-Friday
Time:
10:30 a.m.-Noon
Cost:
$175
Coach:
Kenneth Hoerner
Location:
STE Soccer Field 22
Daycations
Before & After Care
Before Care
Time:
7:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
Cost:
$35 per week per camper
After Care
Time:
Cost:
4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
$35 per week per camper
Before & After Care
Cost:
$60 per week per camper
Instructors: Allison Czach, Tiffini Levingston, Frannie Hicks and
Paige Whitson
Location:
G1
Daycations
This is a fun-filled camp for children entering grades K-sixth. Each morning
will start with a welcoming that will consist of high-energy activities and
small group enrichment. Campers will participate in a variety of handson interactive learning such as cooking, sports, painting, science, arts and
crafts, swimming, and team building activities.
Time:
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Camp Dates: June 1-5
Session 1
June 8-12
Session 2
June 15-21
Session 3
June 22-26
Session 4
July 6-10
Session 5
July 20-24
Session 6
July 27-31
Session 7
Cost:
$150 per week per camper if registered by April 10, 2015
$160 per week per camper if registered after April 10,
2015
Instructors: Allison Czach, Tiffini Levingston, Frannie Hicks and
Paige Whitson
Location:
G1
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About STE
The Radiant Summer program is one of many outstanding programs at
Saint Thomas’ Episcopal Church & School.
Since 1955, forming honorable men and women
through a classical education
grounded in a Christ-centered world view.
Saint Thomas’ Episcopal School offers
excellent educational opportunities for
Kindergarten through grade 12, as well as an
Early Childhood Learning Program (ECLP) for preschool children.
To learn more about the school or the many other programs offered by
Saint Thomas’ Episcopal Church, please call our office.
713.666.3111
Fax: 713.668.3887
radiantsummer@stes.org
stthomashouston.org
stes.org
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St. Thomas’ Episcopal Church
4900 Jackwood
Houston, TX 77096
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