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Camp Sachem
Summer Enrichment Program
July 7 to July 31, 2015
The Summer Enrichment Programs at
Gatelot Elementary School
65 Gatelot Avenue
Lake Ronkonkoma, New York 11779
For students
entering grades
6, 7 & 8!
and
For students
entering grades
1 to 5
Samoset Middle School
51 School Street
Lake Ronkonkoma, New York 11779
An Informational Meeting will be held
April 23, 2015 at 6:30p.m. in Board of Education Room
located in the Samoset Annex
Please mail your registration forms to:
51 School Street
Lake Ronkonkoma, New York 11779
Attention: Jessica Schmettan
Registration Deadline: May 22nd, 2015
James J. Nolan
Superintendent of Schools
Gail A. Grenzig
Assistant Superintendent for Personnel
Paul E. Manzo
Deputy Superintendent
Jessica Schmettan
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction –
Elementary
Bruce H. Singer
Associate Superintendent for Business
Board of Education
Sal Tripi, President
Rob Scavo, Vice President
Teri Ahearn
Vic Canales
Douglas Duncan, Jr.
Anthony Falco
Michael J. Isernia, Esq.
Dorothy Roberts
Michael J. Timo
James J. Nolan
Course Descriptions
Camp Sachem is offered for all Sachem students entering grades 1 through 8 as
of September 2015. The full day elementary program and middle school
program will start at 8:30 A.M. and end at 3:30 P.M.
Recreational Classes
All Elementary Students will participate in these four recreational classes daily:
Project Adventure, Arts and Crafts, Music, and Computer Lab.
Elementary Enrichment Classes for 2015
GRADES 1 & 2:
Soaring Above the Clouds - Discover the wonders of flying as you build your own planes and
perform test flights.
Cook with a Book - Cuddle up with picture books and cook. Here you will make wonderful
treats that relate to great literature.
Lego World - Learn about skyscrapers, vehicles, buildings and sculptures as you create a
world out of Legos.
Book Creators - Do you love poems, writing fantasy stories and writing about your
experiences? Students will become authors and illustrators as they create their own picture
books.
Junior Puppeteers - Create puppets and scripts to perform your own play.
Math Madness - Explore exciting math games as students work with number patterns, facts,
counting, geometric shapes and other great math concepts.
Art Appreciation - Do you love art and want to be an artist? Explore different artists as you
create beautiful and wonderful art projects.
Crafty Tales - Students will enjoy listening to classic and modern fairy tales and creating
projects to go with them.
Dino World – Wanted: Jr. Paleontologists to travel back in time about 230 million years and
learn about the largest creatures from the Prehistoric Age. Explore dinosaur eggs, study
fossils, go on archeological digs and much more.
GRADES 3 & 4
Explore the Universe - Explore the Solar System as you learn about stars, planets, black holes
and the sun.
Chef School - Explore ingredients and develop recipes as you learn the magic of cooking.
PLEASE NOTE: CLASSES ARE CONTINGENT UPON ENROLLMENT
Elementary Enrichment Classes for 2015 continued:
GRADES 3 & 4 (continued)
Junior Scientists - Learn about chemistry as you make exciting concoctions such as Silly
Slime, Zoom Glue and Flubber. Students will also take part in dazzling science experiments.
Kites in the Classroom - Soar through the clouds with your own, crafted kites. Students will
build and fly different types of kites.
Meteorology - Become meteorologists and create your own natural disasters. Students will
learn to forecast the weather and study tornados, hurricanes, tsunamis and thunderstorms.
Summer Book Club - Relax with a book and read together. Students will read chapter books
and create crafts connecting to their novels.
Book Creators - Do you love poems, writing fantasy stories and writing about your
experiences? Students will become authors and illustrators as they create their own picture
books.
Lego World 2 - Do you enjoy building with Legos? In Lego World 2, students will work as a
team to make larger more intricate Lego creations such as an airport, city corner, fireboat,
and race car track!
Snip! Snap! Let’s Scrap it! - Create your very own, custom scrapbook to organize your favorite
family memories! For this class, please have your child bring in pictures, stickers or any other
memory items that can be cut, glued and used to decorate your child’s book. Students will
be required to supply scrapbook/binder for this course.
Paper Maché - Do you love to create sculptures or work in 3-D? In this class students will
learn how to plan in 3-dimesions, build a maquette and create sculptures with paper
maché! Bring your creativity and a smock!
GRADE 5
Junior Detectives - Love Clue? Do you want to solve mysteries? Students will learn the tricks
of top detectives as they study evidence and solve crimes.
Jewelry Craftsmen - Learn the mechanics of jewelry making as you make necklaces and
bracelets.
Sweet Shoppe - Ever wonder how taffy and rock candy was made? Learn the science
behind making delicious sweets and candies, while creating them.
Summer Enrichment Newspaper - Extra, Extra Read All About It! We are looking for writers to
take pictures and develop articles for our Summer Enrichment Newspaper. Students will
create a newspaper about all the exciting classes in our summer program.
Creative Technology - Students will interact with Smart Boards, develop Power Point
presentations and explore technology in the classroom.
PLEASE NOTE: CLASSES ARE CONTINGENT UPON ENROLLMENT
Elementary Enrichment Classes for 2015 continued:
GRADES 5 (continued)
Digital Photography - Use digital cameras to capture the beauties of the world and the
friendly faces around camp in this exciting course. Students will work with Photo Story to
create photo albums and picture frames. A personal flash drive is necessary to save
digital projects.
Rocketeers - 3, 2, 1 Lift Off! Design and fly your own rocket as you learn about the inner
workings of rockets.
Robotics - Students will create and control their own robot using LEGO Mindstroms NXT
technology.
Special Moments Scrapbooking: Create simple and beautiful keepsakes that you will
treasure for years to come. Learn how to organize your photos and create a scrapbook.
Bring your favorite snapshots, stickers or any other memory items that can be cut, glued
and used to decorate your child’s book. Students will be required to supply
scrapbook/binder for this course.
Middle School Recreational Classes
Middle School students will select two recreational classes to take each day.
Project Adventure: Learn to work as a team, build confidence, and use leadership skills to
solve problems physically and academically
Music: Make beautiful music through singing and using small instruments.
Art: Create your work unique works of art in the Camp Sachem art studio.
Computer Lab: Use technology each day to discover something new and exciting.
Middle School Enrichment Classes for 2015:
Grade 6, 7, & 8
Top Chef: Students will learn the cooking skills necessary to create delicious foods each day.
Sports Clinics: Do you like soccer, basketball, baseball, and other sports? If so, then this is the
class for you. Students will learn new techniques and practice skills to become even better
athletes.
Interactive Exercise: In this interactive class, students will participate in the exciting dance
game Idance, learn choreography through Zumba and work on their balance and flexibility
through Yoga.
The Middle School Survivor’s Guide: Are you ready to survive middle school? Middle School
is a big step. Learn how to make the most of your time as a 6, 7, or 8 grader in this hands on
class.
Jr. Broadcasters: Be a part of our Camp Sachem News Team. Students will learn to write, film,
edit and produce a digital newscast.
The Science Laboratory: Students will use hands-on projects to explore the exciting world
inside our Science Laboratory!
Language Club: Learn new languages such as Spanish, French, and even Sign Language!
Creative Technology: Students will interact with Smart Boards, develop Power Point
presentations and explore technology in the classroom.
Robotics: Students will create and control their own robot using Lego Mindstorms NXT
technology.
Drama: Do you enjoy being on stage? In our Drama class you will perform, sing and dance
in a play.
PLEASE NOTE: CLASSES ARE CONTINGENT UPON ENROLLMENT
The Middle School Survivor’s Guide: Are you ready to survive middle school? Middle School is a big step. Learn how to make the
Middle School Enrichment Classes for 2015 (continued):
Grade 6, 7, & 8 (continued)
Stage Crew: Do you like the idea of drama but don’t want to be onstage? If so, then stage
crew is the place for you. Crew members will work with the Drama Class to create props,
costumes, and lighting.
Camp Sachem Newspaper: Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Be a part of the Sachem Heat
news staff. Interview students and faculty, photograph events, and write about the exciting
adventures happening at Camp Sachem.
Babysitter’s Certification: Students will learn how to interact and care for younger children,
learn basic first aid, and will be certified in CPR. Great for older siblings and future
babysitters!
Creative Coding: A fun and easy introduction to computer programming. Students will
explore the basic concept of computer coding and will work their way up to more
advanced skills, such as coding numbers through interactive games and lessons. No
experience necessary!
Special Moment Scrapbooking: Create simple and beautiful keepsakes that you will
treasure for years to come. Learn how to organize your photos and create a scrapbook.
Bring your favorite snapshots, stickers or any other memory items that can be cut, glued and
used to decorate your child’s book. Students will be required to bring their own scrapbook.
Junior Architects: Have fun designing and exploring with different structures and materials,
such as Balsa Wood Structures, City Skyline and House of cards.
Water World: Explore the world of water through exciting experiments and fun activities.
Learn about how important water is and how vital it is to our environment. Don’t be afraid to
get wet!
Interactive Investigators: Calling all investigators! Solve the camp mystery by learning how to
collect and analyze evidence.
Dessert Factory: Students will learn how to make delicious desserts and treats!
2015 Summer Enrichment Registration Form
For Elementary School Students
GENERAL INFORMATION - Please Print
Child’s Name_______________________________________________ Grade in Sept 2015___________
Male Female
Parent/Guardians’ Names: _________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone_______________________________________
Email____________________________________________
Street Address_____________________________________________________________________________, NY____________
Students Entering Grades 1-2
AM Classes:
A1 Cook with a Book
A2 Math Madness
A3 Junior Puppeteers
A4 Lego World
PM Classes:
P1 Book Creators
P2 Art Appreciation
P3 Soaring Above the Clouds
P4 Crafty Tales
P5 Dino World
July 7-17
AM
PM
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Students Entering Grades 3-4
Students Entering Grade 5
AM Classes:
A1 Junior Scientist
A2 Book Creators
A3 Summer Book Club
A4 Lego World 2
A5 Paper Maché
AM Classes:
A1 Junior Detectives
A2 Jewelry Craftsmen
A3 Rocketeers
A4 Digital Photography
A5 Robotics
PM Classes:
P1 Explore the Universe
P2 Chef School
P3 Kites in the Classroom
P4 Meteorology
P5 Snip! Snap! Let’s Scrap it!
PM Classes:
P1 Sweet Shoppe
P2 Creative Technology
P3 Summer Enrichment
Newspaper
P4 Special Moments Scrapbooking
July 7-17
AM
PM
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July 7-17
July 21-July 31 _____
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July 21-July 31 _____
AM
PM
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July 21-July 31 _____
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MARK THE APPROPRIATE FEE - Pay amount due with registration
Session 1 (9 Days)
July 7-17, 2015
$485.00
Session 2 (9 Days)
July 21-July 31, 2015
$485.00
Camp is closed on Monday, July 7 and Monday, July 21.
2015 Summer Enrichment Registration Form
For Middle School Students
GENERAL INFORMATION - Please Print
Child’s Name_______________________________________________ Grade in Sept 2015___________
Male Female
Parent/Guardians’ Names: _________________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone_______________________________________
Email____________________________________________
Street Address_____________________________________________________________________________, NY____________
Enrichment Courses
AM Classes:
A1 Stage Crew
A2 Sports Clinics
A3 Dessert Factory
A4 Jr. Broadcasters
A5 Robotics
A6 Middle School Survivor’s Guide
A7 Drama
A8 Special Moment Scrapbooking
A9 Water World
PM Classes:
P1 Creative Coding
P2 Top Chef
P3 Science Laboratory
P4 Language Club
P5 Camp Sachem Newspaper
P6 Creative Technology
P7 Interactive Exercise
P8 Babysitter’s Certification
P9 Junior Architects
P10 Interactive Investigators
AM
PM
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July 21-July 31 _____
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July 7-17
Recreational Courses
Recreational Classes:
EA1 Project Adventure
EA2 Art
EA3 Music
EA4 Computer Lab
Please select two elective classes
1st
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2nd
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July 21-July 31 _____
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July 7-17
MARK THE APPROPRIATE FEE - Pay amount due with registration
Session 1 (9 Days)
July 7-17, 2015
$485.00
Session 2 (9 Days)
July 21-July 31, 2015
$485.00
Camp is closed on Monday, July 7 and Monday, July 21.
2015 Summer Enrichment Registration Form
For Child Care
Child Care:
PLEASE PROVIDE A SEPARATE CHECK OR MONEY ORDER FOR THIS OPTION
Morning Care 7:00 a.m.—8:30 a.m. $7.00/per day
Afternoon Care 3:30 p.m.—6:00 p.m. $14.00/per day
Session I
Morning Care: T___ W___ Th___ F___ M___ T___ W___ Th___ F___ X $ 7.00 = __________
Afternoon Care: T___ W___ Th___ F___ M___ T___ W___ Th___ F___ X $14.00= __________
Camp will be closed on Monday, July 6th
Session II
Morning Care:
T___ W___ Th___ F___ M___ T___ W___ Th___ F___ X $ 7.00 = __________
Afternoon Care: T___ W___ Th___ F___ M___ T___ W___ Th___ F___ X $14.00= __________
Camp will be closed on Monday, July 20th
MARK THE APPROPRIATE FEE - Pay amount due with registration
Session Fee
Child Care Fee +
Total Registration Fee =
All fees are due with submission of this enrollment form.
Send Money Order or Certified Check only payable to Sachem Central School District
Refunds: 100% before June 1st; 50% before July 1st and NO REFUNDS after July 1st.
A confirmation of your child’s schedule will be mailed to you by June BLANK.
The Program reserves the right to remove any child.