Summer Camps for Children 2013

April 15th, 2013 by Linda

Award –winning teacher, Julie Panus will be the Master Teacher at all three of our tech camps this summer. She is well-known and highly respected in her field and her students remain in touch long after they leave her classroom. We are adding a brand new camp this summer – the Electric Cargo Airplane Camp is adapted from the Institute of Astronautics and Aeronautics Educator Academy. See the description below.

Lego Engineering Camp for boys and girls entering 2nd – 4th grades
Dates: July 8 – 12, 2013
Times: 9 – 4
Location: NEW! Boyd Science Center
Cost:  $270

Campers will be challenged to use science, engineering, problem solving, critical thinking skills and ingenuity to solve a variety of challenges using Lego systems that include solar power, simple machines, pneumatics and more.  Campers will explore the world of sequence, logic and physics through design builds and real world challenges.  The end of the week will culminate with an introduction to Lego Mindstorm robotics and a showcase for parents.  Spaces are limited.     Click here to register!

Mindstorm Madness for boys and girls entering 5th – 7th grades

Dates: July 15 – 19
Times: 9 – 4
Location: NEW! Boyd Science Center
Cost: $270

Join us for a week of science, engineering and fun!  Using the LEGO Mindstorm kits, campers will work in teams, learning to build and program robots. Teams will be challenged to solve real-world problems with their ‘bots, in both cooperative and competitive challenges.  The week will culminate with a grand challenge designed to showcase the ingenuity and engineering skills of the campers!  There will be new builds and challenges, so returning campers will find new and engaging challenges. Spaces are limited.        Click HERE to Register!

Electric Cargo Airplane Camp for boys and girls entering 8th – 10th grades

Dates: July 22 – 26
Times: 9 – 4
Location: TBD
Cost: $270

Campers are challenged to build an airplane with maximum dimensions of 3 feet length, width, and height around a specified DC motor that can carry the maximum amount of cargo as it flies around a power pole that supplies electricity and mechanical support via a tether. The challenge  reinforces several key concepts in physics including kinematics and dynamics while demonstrating how engineers combine science, math, research, and experimentation to build a successful cargo plane. A final challenge will take place on Friday, July 26, when parents and friends are invited to watch, cheer and ask questions.      Click HERE to Register!

 Artistic Endeavors Camp 2013

Instructor: Leslie Baron
Dates:  Monday, July 29 – Friday, August 2
Times: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: entering  5th, 6th, and 7th grades
Cost: $170
Location:Draper & Maynard Rooms 211 and 212

Leslie has some new and exciting projects planned for Artistic Endeavors Camp this summer including a unique journal project, recycled paper making, textured tiles, cafe art painting, and wood sculpture. This is the perfect camp for budding artists where they can deeply concentrate and enjoy creating a personal work of art each day. In addition, campers are invited to skate at the PSU rink on hot summer afternoons. ($5 with skates and $7 w/skate rental).

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Theatrical/Stage Combat Camp

March 2nd, 2013 by Linda

Crossed SwordsInstructor: Jim Gleich
Dates: August 5 – 9
Times: 9 a.m. – 4 p. m.
Ages: entering 5th, 6th, and 7th grades
Cost: $175
Location: Silver Hall Dance Studio

Jim Gleich has been involved with theatre for many years and has intensely studied the art of theatrical/stage combat. These are specialized techniques designed to create the illusion of physical combat without causing harm to the performers. The term is also used informally to describe fight choreography for film and television. It is a common field of study for actors and dancers and is closely related to the practice of stunts. Campers will be learning the basic skills of Hand-to-Hand combat, rolling, simple falls, choreography notation/analysis, stage combat history, and introduction to single sword techniques. All students will perform their class fight each day at the end of class. Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a pad and pencil for notes.  Click HERE to Register

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