Summer Enrichment Programs 2005
The Camden Central School District offers summer enrichment programs for qualified third and fourth-grade elementary school students in science, technology, mathematics, performing arts, and this year for the first time, jazz. The camp enrollments are kept small to optimize the educational experience. In total approximately 80 children attend each year. Free transportation is offered. The program is coordinated by Annsville Elementary Principal Patricia Fallon and funded by the Camden Central School District, which firmly believes in the long-term value of enriching the lives of its students. The camps are two weeks long, from July 18-July 29 and meet each day from 9 a.m. to noon. Science Discover at the Playground! The playground is one of everybody’s favorite places to play. Did you know that it is also a great place to learn about science? Almost all of the fun things at the playground rely on the laws of science. From the slide and the merry-go-round to the wing and the seesaw – you will see the whole world in a new and different way. Instructors: Robin House and Lorraine Messenger Click here to see pictures of the young scientists at last year's camp Technology The campers will learn how to make their own website. On the very first day, they will actually make a webpage using Microsoft FrontPage. They will also learn how to use digital cameras. By the time the course is over, the campers will be fluent in computer techniques, digital photography, and the use of computer software programs necessary to create webpages. On the last day of camp, the campers will show their parents the amazing computer skills they have acquired and demonstrate their work. Click here to see webpages made by last year's campers. Instructor : Christine Strebel Performing Arts Lights! Camera! Action! Join with other third and fourth graders who enjoy performing. This year’s musical will be “Once Upon a Lily Pad.” The Purpose of this show is not only to entertain, but also to convey the heart-warming message that each of us is special if we just let our own light shine. Learn the techniques of each step in the process of putting on a show, including: basic stage terminology, blocking, using a microphone, developing self-confidence, and rehearsing. There's no business like show business! Instructors: Monica Goodwill and Christine Norris Math Get Real: Math in Every Day Life Have you ever asked yourself the question, “When will I ever use this math concept in the real world?” If you have, then the Summer Math Enrichment Camp is the place for you! Math is everywhere! During this 2 week camp, you’ll explore math in a variety of ways. You’ll investigate math in careers, places around town, sports events, and in other real life experiences. Where else would you have the opportunity to do each of these activities?
Instructors: Amy Paul and Michelle Dailey Jazz New this year to our summer enrichment programs is a jazz camp! The camp will be taught by Mrs. Morehouse and Mrs. Skovenski. Students are selected by teacher recommendation and audition, and must be entering seventh or eighth grade in the fall. Those chosen to participate will have high level of technical ability on their instruments, as well as a desire to broaden their horizons with a new type of music. Students will explore the many existing jazz forms, learn blues scales, learn to improvise, and will create their own individual jazz compositions that they will perform in a concert at the end of the session. They will also host a guest jazz performer, and take a field trip to Alfred Publishing, where they will see how music is printed, and possibly meet a visiting composer. There will be daily rehearsals to prepare two full group jazz compositions as will. Students must attend each day of the camp, which will run Monday-Friday, July 18 th-29 th from 9:00 A.M. to 12 P.M. Instructors: Martha Skovenski and Michelle Morehouse Comments from Parents About the Program Math Annie had an excellent time. She couldn't wait to come every day." "Great program - patient teachers. It is obvious the teachers really love what they are doing. They make math fun." Wonderful program! They will talk about it for many years." Performing Arts "I think the Performing Arts program is a valuable program allowing kids to participate in enrichment activities that they aren't able to enjoy during the school year.""Paige enjoyed this program!! Hopefully, she can participate again next year. Thank you so much for sharing your time and your knowledge with my child this summer!!!" I think this is a great program for the kids - it gives them such a self-esteem boost." Science "Thank you for giving the kids such a great experience. Justin was busy speculating about how they built the pedestrian bridges over Rt. 69W at the Fairgrounds last week!" "Kelly was very excited about the enrichment program. This has been the second year that she was invited to attend. I believe that this is a worthwhile program and should continue." "Ashley needs programs like this to keep her active through the summer. I loved it for her. Ms. Messenger and Mrs. House were terrific with all the students." Technology "My child actually built a website for his aunt after taking this course!" "I can't believe how much my daughter learned about computers in just two weeks. She definitely knows more than I do." "Camden kids are blessed to have such a program. Computers are the future."
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