Summer Class Descriptions
Summer 2012 Schedule of Classes
Registration is now open!
You can use the course descriptions below to plan your schedule.
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 | PLEASE NOTE: If you register for an entire day of classes, you must also register for the supervised lunch period, unless you have made other arrangements for your child during that time. Safety policies require that your child may not have lunch on his or her own. |
FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
3D Art: Fun Times 4
Ages 7-10. Jump into 3 dimensional art by creating projects in four fun materials: paper, clay, mixed media, and metal. Look at historical and current examples, learn new techniques, and think about what makes something art! Projects could include pop-up cards, origami, clay animals and pots, a trick book made from a box, a wire person and more. 1 week. $143** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2430 XKE 164 6007 Hickory Ridge
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A Week of Windows
Ages 7-10. Spend a week getting acquainted with the basic functions of Windows software (and a computer) and practice keyboarding with daily warm-up exercises. Create interesting projects while learning which buttons to click. Word processing, drawing programs, making stationery, and organizing collections are just some of the skills you’ll master. Limited to 14 students. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2235 XK 267 6104 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 12
#2236 XK 267 6107 Hickory Ridge
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All About Technology
Ages 7-10. Fun, exciting and challenging activities await you as you are introduced to a variety of relevant technologies. Experiment with digital photography and practice digital editing with Photoshop. Use a Global Positioning System to play a high-tech game of hide and seek. Practice skills such as orienteering, treasure hunting, and waymarking--better known as Geocaching. Discover the FUNdamentals of technology. 1 week $195 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4) $168
$168
#2169 XK 121 6127 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2170 XK 121 6270 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2171 XK 121 6291 Hickory Ridge
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Animals + Art = Fun *NEW!*
Ages 7-10. Let's draw animals! You'll create all kinds of fun projects that feature your favorite cuddly animal or prehistoric beast. You may even create a new species never before imagined. You imagine it, and you'll learn how to create it. Color posters, adventure stories, pop-up books, and masks are just a few of the many things you can do. Join in the whacky fun! 1 week$165** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$143**
#5045 XKE 175 6017 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#5046 XKE 175 6019 Hickory Ridge
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App Attack! Make Your First Game App *NEW!*
Ages 8-10. Explore the App universe and create your own mobile application or mobile game! Explore the world of phone-based and tablet applications. In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and games, you will also see firsthand how the world of App's publishing functions. No prior experience is necessary and you do not need to own a smart phone or tablet to take the class. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#5044 XKE 179 6016 Hickory Ridge
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Art Creations on Pirate Island
Ages 7-10. Ahoy all Pirate Island buccaneers! Explore the treasures of Pirate Island through cartooning, origami, sand painting, sculpture, and cartography. Create pirate ships, colorful parrots, treasure maps, sea monsters, ship flags, doubloon necklaces, treasure chests and more! This class is offered in cooperation with Abrakadoodle(TM) art education. 1 week $178 (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2227 XK 253 6308 Hickory Ridge
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Beach Party Art
Ages 7-10. Get ready for some wet and sandy fun! Design your own sun visor, move to the party music, and create some incredible underwater art! Learn about the world-famous sidewalk chalk artist Julian Beevers while we create unique sidewalk designs. There will be an Obsta-COOL course, spray bottle painting, sand art and shell designs, beach party day, and more fun on the run. Experiment with a variety of materials, and learn about new techniques such as silkscreen, relief, and sand art. Learn about fashion design, industrial design, craft design, and sand art while studying artists such as Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, Gauri Sharma, Florence Forrest and Ksenia Simonvia. Create a wide variety of art, including ocean creatures, mobiles, surfboards, shells, beach towels, and sun umbrellas. Dive into our beach party camp! Offered in conjunction with Abrakadoodle(TM) art education. 1 week $205** (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2130 XKE 161 6233 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2359 XKE 161 6841 Hickory Ridge
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Cartoon Art for Students
Ages 7-10. Turn your doodles into designs of delight in this fun and colorful course. Let your imagination go wild while you hold the pencil and draw your own comic strip complete with color, word bubbles, and lettering. Learn skills like drawing people, animals, and inanimate objects. Sketch your own original creations. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2116 XK 240 6889 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2215 XK 240 6114 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2216 XK 240 6116 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2217 XK 240 6117 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2218 XK 240 6118 Hickory Ridge
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Commotion in the Ocean
Ages 7-10. Dive into the ocean and see what unique creatures lurk in the deep! Explore the different oceans and seas and learn what makes each special. Discover the different depths of the oceans and how whales, dolphins, sea anemones, eels, jellyfish, and other sea critters survive. Explore coral reefs, make your own ocean card game, build a fish, create your own ocean display, and find out if sharks are as dangerous as they've been portrayed. 1 week $165** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2357 XKE 160 6847 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2358 XKE 160 6848 Hickory Ridge
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Cool Art: From Big to Small
Ages 7-10. Size matters in art, and in this class, dimensions, scope, and proportions all count. Make some really big, gigantic art along with some teeny, tiny art. Paint long murals and create miniature collages, construct monumental geometric sculptures that are taller than you are and tiny sculptures that you can hold in one hand. Try your hand at experimental drawing methods, mimic the bright colors of Fauvism and Lily Yeh’s murals, and “Cool Globes” inspired by the cool Globe Project that is touring the world. Offered in conjunction with Abrakadoodle(TM) art education. 1 week $205 (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2177 XK 128 6177 Hickory Ridge
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Creepy Creatures
Ages 7-10. Come learn about all the animals you love to hate! Combining basic biology and art, you will be taken on a wild exploration into the habits and anatomy of what makes skunks, warthogs, snakes, spiders, bugs and other animals so YUCKY. Be prepared to go on bug hunts, make bug home replicas, and use your creative talents to design your own creepy creature. Learn why skunk spray smells so bad and concoct your own formula based on the scientific analysis. Not for the faint of heart! 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2300 XK 338 6121 Hickory Ridge
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Elementary Engineering
Ages 7-10. This exciting hands-on engineering class combines LEGO® Education and PicoCricket® materials. First, working in teams, you will explore motorized simple machines by building realistic models. Next, teams will creatively solve challenges using concepts learned in class. Last, but not least, you will get the chance to become inventors. Light and sound sensors, pulleys, wheels, levers, and gears are all at your command. Design a machine and program it using PicoCricket® materials, and start moving! 1 week $195 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$168
#2176 XK 125 6292 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2175 XK 125 6276 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2174 XK 125 6014 Hickory Ridge
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Exploring World Languages
Ages 7-10. Explore languages such as French, German, Latin and Japanese in just a few days’ time. Pronunciation, vocabulary, greetings, and culture will be covered. Practice simple conversations through role play and learn, by using similar phrases, how small this world can be. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2409 XK 246 6108 Hickory Ridge
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Fifty Nifty United States
Ages 7-10. Join this adventure through the 50 United States of America. Explore state capitals, silly laws, fun facts, state mottos, birds, flags, and exciting histories. Learn a great song to help remember all the names of the states. You will get into the geography of the USA as you taste many of the specialties of the different regions. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2311 XK 363 6133 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2312 XK 363 6134 Hickory Ridge
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Fit, Fun, and Fine
Ages 7-10. Energize! Get healthy with all areas of fitness, from health, to nutrition, exercise and sports. Play traditional recess games (plus Twister), enjoy delicious and healthy snacks, and take part in team building exercises. Get ready to get active! 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2426 XKE 113 6136 Hickory Ridge
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FX: The Science Behind Special Effects
Ages 8-10. In this class everything is not what it seems! Become a master of illusion by learning scientific techniques used by Hollywood masters to create movie magic. You will experiment with visual and mechanical effects as well as using Green Screens and computer-generated imagery (CGI). You will finish the program with a digital representation of your FX project which will be hosted on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#4954 XK 141 6009 Hickory Ridge
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Krazy Kinetic Art
Ages 7-10. Have fun creating 3-D art that MOVES! You’ll explore the crazy world of Kinetic Art and try out projects like roller-ball mazes, mobiles, pinwheels, wind catchers, and spinning tops. Explore the possibilities and results of art using different media as you complete several take-home projects. 1 week $143** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2354 XKE 158 6846 Hickory Ridge
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Lego You-Niverse! Make Your Own Adventure *NEW!*
Ages 8-10. In this Lego adventure, YOU are the star! Pick your favorite LEGO genre or create an alternate universe to create a digital story. Whether you want to fight alongside Batman, be part of a Ninjago clan, swashbuckle with pirates, or go into space with Bionicle, the only requirement is that you put yourself in the story. All students will end the class with a digital comic book that can be shared with friends and family on a password protected website. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#5047 XKE 180 6021 Hickory Ridge
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Lights, Camera, Action
Ages 8-10. Everyone has a part to play in this movie! Using pre-written scripts, students will learn just what it takes to make a movie from in front of the camera as well as behind it. Once filming is complete, students will edit using sound and other special effects and take their finished product home. The last day of camp will be the World Premiere of your “I Made It Myself” production. Student created films will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family.Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#6513 XK 148 6845 Hickory Ridge
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Make It GO! - Cars and Flying Machines *NEW!*
Ages 7-10. Experiment, invent, and fabricate unique wooden and plastic cars! Under the guidance of experienced woodworkers, you will design, build, modify, and race a series of self-propelled rolling vehicles. All participants are trained to safely and accurately use hand-operated tools and quality materials. This workshop engages busy hands and developing imaginations in making original, high quality toys built to last. 1 week $148 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8:30am-12:00 pm
Jul 2-6 (no class 7/4)
#5293 XK 161 6050 Hickory Ridge
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Mimicking Art With the Masters
Ages 7-10. Explore the work of amazing artists and create your own artwork inspired by theirs. Students will work with a variety of art media and materials and sample art techniques and styles from creative geniuses like Van Gogh, O’Keefe, Matisse, Bearden, Kahn, Thiebaud and more. 1 week $175 (includes $25 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2363 XKE 168 6283 Hickory Ridge
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Money Magic
Ages 7-10. Spend a week learning about the stories, history, and magic of money through the ages. Examine the art and science behind currency, allowances, wants and needs, banking, investing, and building wealth. Create your own currency and run a model bank. You will learn practical facts about money through hands-on activities that have the potential to build positive lifelong financial skills. 1 week $138 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2326 XK 377 6874 Hickory Ridge
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Multiples of Math
Ages 7-10. Math is more than numbers. It is also word problems and turning those words into numbers. Get lots of practice in solving puzzles, playing games, reviewing money decisions, and turning a graph into a piece of cake. You can “count” on enjoying this class and finding out how numbers relate to the real world. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2279 XK 306 6138 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2280 XK 306 6139 Hickory Ridge
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Natural Forces
Ages 7-10. Mother Nature has a temper, and she displays it in many of the areas of the globe, sometimes predictably, sometimes without warning. Chart tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, volcanos, wildfires, and rainbows both geographically and seasonally. Create some of these forces right in the classroom, and discuss both the science of the force and its impact on humans. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2303 XK 341 6141 Hickory Ridge
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Nose for News
Ages 9-10. Bring your pencil and imagination and turn yourself into “STAR REPORTER” as you put together a newscast with your classmates. Learn interviewing skills and practice writing about sporting events, restaurant/food critiques, video/book reviews, and more. The class will have a chance to present the news on DVD, and the final project will be distributed to all class participants. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2214 XK 236 6143 Hickory Ridge
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Oooo Goo, and Stinky Too: Gross Science
Ages 7-10. Come and discover the weird and wacky world of science. If you’re daring, explore different areas of science with a terrific, slimey, hands-on project each day. Chemistry Concoctions, Yucky Biology, Phantasy Physics, and much more will capture your scientific curiosity. Enjoy science as you never have before! 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2122 XK 332 6291 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2121 XK 332 6144 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$143
#2293 XK 332 6148 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$143
#2290 XK 332 6113 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2291 XK 332 6145 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2292 XK 332 6146 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2294 XK 332 6169 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2296 XK 332 6892 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2295 XK 332 6287 Hickory Ridge
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Partners With Potter
Ages 8-12. Are you a Harry Potter fan? Step into his world as we discover the meanings behind characters’ names, create a textbook for the care and feeding of magical animals, design trading cards, and invent dishes for a holiday banquet. These are just a few of the activities you will use to learn about these popular books. You should have read the first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, before attending the first class. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$143
#2269 XK 298 6150 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2270 XK 298 6152 Hickory Ridge
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Performing Magic
Ages 8-12. Wave a wand and PRESTO... make things disappear and put on a show. Using simple props and flexible fingers, learn straight, mental, and comedy magic tricks and techniques from a professional magician. Whether it involves cards, coins, rope, scarves, or other gadgets, you will learn secrets of magic from the past and develop confidence and stage presence as you demonstrate proficiency in performing prestidigitation. 1 week $175** (includes $25 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2346 XKE 124 6157 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2345 XKE 124 6155 Hickory Ridge
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Pets and Vets
Ages 7-10. Caring for pets, making a bird feeder, learning about endangered species, and discovering the duties of a vet are some of the educational, creative, and fun activities in this unique class. Learn animal behavior facts, tricks, and tips on grooming, feeding, and becoming a responsible pet owner. Develop sensitivity and skills so that you may make a difference in protecting animals and pursuing a possible career. 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2271 XK 299 6009 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2272 XK 299 6160 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$148
#2274 XK 299 6162 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$148
#6520 XK 299 6883 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2273 XK 299 6161 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#5267 XK 299 6048 Hickory Ridge
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Practice in PowerPoint
Ages 7-10. This useful hands-on course teaches you the ins and outs of the Microsoft PowerPoint program. Learn how to create a slide, change colors, fonts, and backgrounds, make transitions from one slide to another, and incorporate clip art. Save the slides for a presentation at the final class. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2204 XK 230 6166 Hickory Ridge
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Rainforest Adventure
Ages 7-10. Travel to the tropics as we transform our classroom into a tropical rainforest, complete with some of the most amazing plants and animals found on earth! Discover the beauty of the macaw and have a chance to not only learn about the diet of these incredible birds, but also prepare and sample “Macaw Mix”. Get up close and personal with a python (don’t worry-it’ll be made of clay) as you create your very own scene from a rainforest. Make a mini terrarium so you can take your rainforest home with you! Come on - grab your rain boots and an umbrella and join us on this fascinating adventure! 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2202 XK 151 6880 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2203 XK 151 6882 Hickory Ridge
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Reading, Writing, and Reasoning
Ages 8-10. Use plot, setting, theme, and character analysis to explore many different kinds of literature. Learn to interpret stories creatively through book talks, story mapping, and discussion questions about social values and author’s intent. Sharpen your critical thinking skills through puzzles, games, and story structure analyses. Learn how authors use inductive and deductive reasoning to craft stories and send messages to readers. Have fun while becoming a critically aware reader, writer, and thinker! 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2298 XK 335 6154 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2299 XK 335 6170 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2297 XK 335 6008 Hickory Ridge
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Rockets and Robotics
Ages 7-10. What a great combination! Working in small teams, learn how to write a step-by-step program to make things spin, light up, and play music. Build and explore machines and mechanisms, discover motor design differences, calibrate and capture wind, and study gearing mechanisms. Then, using some of the concepts learned, design your own rockets that you can test and take home, but not before we have our own launch party (weather permitting)! 1 week $195 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2110 XK 124 6893 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2173 XK 124 6273 Hickory Ridge
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Rookie Inventor *NEW!*
Ages 7-10. Inventions and inventors have played an important role in American history. Learn about them, and how we have benefited from their products. You will use your creativity to design and make your own invention. Get ideas by brainstorming with others, surveying people’s needs, or thinking about your own needs. Think about some things you use every day and how they might be altered or improved to make your life better. Your ideas for solving problems can be a big step toward inventing a new or improved product! Come to class with some invention ideas already in mind. You will create a product, develop a commercial advertisement, and share your product and commercial at the Invention Convention. 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#5048 XK 157 6022 Hickory Ridge
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Social Savvy *NEW!*
Ages 7-10. Polish your social skills and understand the importance of etiquette in today's world. Learn the do's and don'ts of proper manners: introductions, appropriate dress, conduct at meals, special occasions, and what to say when you don't know what to say. Course ends with a catered lunch for the student and parent, stressing proper table behavior and etiquette. Limited enrollment. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#5049 XKE 171 6023 Hickory Ridge
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Stock Market Game
Ages 9-12. Run with the “bulls” or be a “bear” in this fast-paced interactive course that introduces you to today’s stock market. Cover basic topics such as the Dow Jones, mutual funds, Price Earnings Ratios and much more. Join in a unique opportunity to participate in a mock stock market game where you invest an imaginary $100,000 into stocks and then track your performance over the week. Hang on to your hats and checkbooks, and get ready for a ride on Wall Street. You must bring a calculator and be able to use multiplication tables. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2256 XK 282 6179 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2257 XK 282 6178 Hickory Ridge
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Threads and Thimbles
Ages 7-10. Can you repair a seam, fix a hem, or replace a missing button? If not, this class is for you. Learn the fundamentals of basic hand stitching that will make you confident in doing minor repairs. In addition, learn the art of needle point, cross stitching, and embroidering. This class will be “sew” much fun. 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2128 XKE 156 6895 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2352 XKE 156 6297 Hickory Ridge
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Touch, Type, and Create
Ages 8-10. Do you use the “hunt and peck” method to send an instant message or an email to your friends? Learn how to type at a rate of 15 - 25 words per minute without making a lot of mistakes. Use Microsoft Office Word 2007 to become skilled at basic word processing, formatting, correcting errors, and proofreading your work. Practice cutting and pasting, changing fonts, underlining, using italics, and bolding. This interactive class will keep your fingers flying across your keyboard. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2316 XK 369 6010 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2318 XK 369 6333 Hickory Ridge
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Unlocking the Mysteries of Math
Ages 7-10. Solve sums and differences while playing hands-on games. Crack the code of place value and numbers. Play games such as Pocket Full of Coins, Four Coin Draw, and Race to $1.00 to explore concepts of money. Unveil ways to solve math problems using logic and reasoning. Math has never been so much fun! 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2115 XK 150 6230 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2201 XK 150 6259 Hickory Ridge
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Who Done It?
Ages 7-10. Become a detective and solve mysteries. Join your classmates in solving a crime from start to finish using fingerprints, secret codes, clues, disguises, and other investigative techniques. Put your skills to the test and unravel the puzzle. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2264 XK 287 6879 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$138
#2261 XK 287 6153 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2263 XK 287 6186 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2262 XK 287 6184 Hickory Ridge
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Young Writer’s World
Ages 7-10. Develop writing techniques not normally learned until much later in school. This interactive class covers a variety of writing styles and related skills including illustration and publication. You have the chance to write and share stories, poems, and journal entries, and compile them into your own “book.” 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2240 XK 271 6189 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2241 XK 271 6190 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2242 XK 271 6191 Hickory Ridge
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Yummy Art Camp
Ages 7-10. Get your spoon, paintbrush and chocolate syrup ready - we’re going to create Art! From cupcake design to mosaics with food to chocolate syrup painting - it’s all about the wonderful and wacky world of food art! We’ll build spaghetti sculptures; learn about food artists such as Vic Muniz, Lisa Cherkasky, Renee Comet, Jason Mecier and others. We’ll even make our own incredible edibles and play “foodie” games! Use incredible edible materials such as marshmallows, cereals, chocolate syrup, crackers, pasta, flour and more. Use techniques that include graphic design, painting, sculpture and mosaics. This is art that’s good enough to eat. No peanut or peanut oils will be used. Offered in conjunction with Abrakadoodle(TM) art education. 1 week $205** (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2131 XKE 162 6842 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2360 XKE 162 6843 Hickory Ridge
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Zoo Tycoon™: Animal Adventure *NEW!*
Ages 7-10. Explore the world of Zoo Tycoon™ by creating a thriving zoo by designing, building, and managing exhibits to accommodate animals and keeping the guests happy. Learn about the animals and how to keep them thriving with the perfect habitats, recreation, food supply, and to keep them healthy. You can create a successful zoo filled with happy customers that’s more fun than a barrel of monkeys! 1 week $160** (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$138**
#5050 XKE 182 6024 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#5051 XKE 182 6025 Hickory Ridge
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FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS
Advanced Robotics with NXT
Ages 11-14. Are you familiar with the basics of Lego Mindstorms? Then this class is for you! Working in teams students will move up to more elaborate robots and programming while learning science, technology, engineering and mathematics in the robotics context. 1 week $195 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2195 XK 144 6857 Hickory Ridge
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App Attack! Make Your First Game App *NEW!*
Ages 11-14. Explore the App universe and create your own mobile application or mobile game! Students will explore the world of phone-based and tablet applications. In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and games, you will also see firsthand how the world of App’s publishing functions. No prior experience is necessary and students do not need to own a smart phone or tablet to take the class. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#5052 XKE 179 6026 Hickory Ridge
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Archaeology
Ages 11-14. History leaves evidence, and that evidence ends up buried in the dirt under your feet. Learn about archaeological field methods, mapping and interpretation using real archaeological artifacts. Explore famous archaeological digs from dinosaurs to mummies to the Titanic. There will be an opportunity to get your hands dirty and make some discoveries of your own. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2306 XK 343 6192 Hickory Ridge
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Bedazzled by Beads
Ages 11-14. Are you attracted to jewelry? Learn how to turn ordinary beads, metal, and string into stunning wearable art. Use patterns to create colorful bead strands, glass and wire pendants, bracelets, earrings, and more. Practice weaving beautiful friendship bracelets and discover the cultural significance of the jewelry you love. 1 week $175 (includes $25 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2329 XKE 104 6198 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2330 XKE 104 6199 Hickory Ridge
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Best of the Bloggers
Ages 11-14. Blogs are online journals based on things you like or events happening your life. Explore some of the best ideas from various blogs and learn safety rules and tips for creating your own blog (either online or offline depending on parent approval). Find your own voice in writing your blog and learn basic digital photography skills to illustrate it. Complete crafts from other bloggers like tie-died sharpies shirts, fabric headbands for yourself or for a gift, batik fabric with glue, no-bake treats, and more. 1 week $143** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2351 XKE 155 6220 Hickory Ridge
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Business Beginnings
Ages 11-14. Turn your creative concepts into a well-structured business operation. From the brainstorming of an idea through production and waste control to actual sales, you will learn the how-tos and how-not-tos of beginning a business. You will create a product, sell it, and plan how to use the profits. Bring $5 to the first class for start-up. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2219 XK 241 6174 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2418 XK 241 6200 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 6-Aug 10
#5297 XK 241 6052 Hickory Ridge
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Camp Rock Star
Ages 11-14. Everyone loves music, but before the digital revolution it used to take years of practice on an instrument to create even simple songs. Now the power of technology empowers everyone, regardless of experience, with the opportunity to create their own songs, soundtracks, podcasts, or music videos. Using tools like Garage Band and other mass media software, explore the basics of song composition, editing tracks, and create a music video. Student-created songs, music video, and podcasts will be available on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Offered in conjunction with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $176 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2166 XK 117 6277 Hickory Ridge
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Chess and Games of Strategy
Ages 11-14. Make a move in the right direction by learning this classic board game. Strategy means outwitting your opponent, and chess is the most famous game of skill. Learn the background of chess, terminology, goals of the game, rules and simple moves to open play. Discuss the mechanics and skills used in several games of strategy like checkers, battleship, and even tic-tac-toe. Beginners welcome. 1 week $133** (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2348 XKE 129 6205 Hickory Ridge
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Creative Writing
Ages 11-14. Explore the world of your imagination and create free verse, blank verse, lyric poetry, character sketches, personal narratives, and dramatic monologues. Learn techniques of journal writing. You will publish a literary magazine using a PC. 2 weeks $275 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$253
#2253 XK 281 6208 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2255 XK 281 6210 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Aug 03
#2254 XK 281 6209 Hickory Ridge
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Crime Scene Investigators
Ages 11-14. Learn to apply a variety of scientific techniques to examine the surroundings and solve a mystery. Study a crime scene looking for pertinent clues, analyze fingerprints, identify mysterious substances, and use chromatography to narrow your search for the “perp.” Enjoy hearing about the experiences of a pro. Guest speakers will talk about the use of forensic science to solve local historical mysteries and discuss what is happening in the field today. This class goes beyond “Who Done It?” to “How Was It Done?” 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2287 XK 331 6212 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2289 XK 331 6214 Hickory Ridge
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Cryptology
Ages 11-14. Learn how to construct and even deconstruct coded messages including classic codes to those you can use on the Internet or in text messages. Become familiar with spoken codes you can use with your friends, or written codes that are unbreakable. Use a simple word processing program to solve complex codes and determine how Braille works. OH, by the way, KH AQW ECP TGCB VJKU, QKIP WR VQ NGCTB CP WPDTGCEMCDNG EQFG! 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2304 XK 342 6215 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2305 XK 342 6216 Hickory Ridge
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CyberSpies 2025 *NEW!*
Ages 11-14. The next battle will be fought on the grid, not the ground. In this class, you are all that stands between world peace and a group of international hackers who are launching cyber attacks on multi-national corporations and governments. Working in teams, you will have to solve simulated scenarios each day by investigating digital clues, exploring the field of cyber forensics and security challenges. The clock is ticking.... Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#5054 XKE 178 6028 Hickory Ridge
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Droids and Bots
Ages 11-14. From R2-D2 to the Roomba. In this cutting-edge class, you will learn the basics of task robotics including the assembly process, principles of gears, mechanics, sensors, and sound activation. Each day will bring a different concept and a new challenge as you build a variety of different task-oriented robots with a partner. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2194 XK 143 6852 Hickory Ridge
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Duct Tape Art
Ages 11-14. Duct tape is like the Force. There’s a light side and a dark side and you will see how it holds the universe together. Come explore new uses of duct tape and how it functions as an art. Use duct tape and paper to create 3D pieces both functional and nonfunctional such as unique clothing, accessories and constructs. 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2339 XKE 114 6217 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2340 XKE 114 6218 Hickory Ridge
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Fun with Frosting *NEW!*
Ages 11-14. Love to help out in the kitchen? Are you a fan of cake decorating? Now you can learn how to decorate like the pros. Learn how to make frosting from scratch, to color your frosting, and to pipe frosting through a decorating bag. You will decorate cakes, cupcakes, and sugar cookies using a variety of flower patterns, rosettes, dots, basket weave and shell borders. You will need to provide un-iced cupcakes, a cake layer, and cookies. A supply list will be sent to each student before the class begins. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1:00pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 3
#5056 XKE 174 6030 Hickory Ridge
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FX: The Science Behind Special Effects
Ages 11-14. In this class, everything is not what it seems! Become a master of illusion by learning the age-old scientific techniques used by Hollywood masters to create movie magic. You will experiment with visual and mechanical effects as well as using Green Screens and CGI or computer generated imagery. You will finish the program with a digital representation of your FX project which will be hosted on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions,LLC. 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2192 XK 141 6850 Hickory Ridge
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Girls in History
Ages 11-14. What if you had to make your own soap for washing or candles for light? What if you didn’t have electricity? Experience how American girls your age lived in the late 1700s to the early 1900s through activities, crafts, and cooking. Join us to make and taste pioneer foods. Create corn husk dolls, scented soap, dipped candles, and stitched samplers. Play the games and sing the songs girls did during the 19th century! Activities are based on the “Little House” books written by Laura Ingalls Wilder. You don’t have to read the “Little House” books to have a bucketful of fun! 1 week. $185 (includes $35 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2168 XK 120 6128 Hickory Ridge
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Hands-On Chemistry
Ages 11-14. Taught in a chemistry lab this course enables the student to learn terminology and with the use of lab instruments to collect, organize, calculate and interpret findings while performing experiments. Learn the difference between an acid and a base, how “cool” can dry ice be, and the three states of matter. Learning concepts include atoms and bonding, polymer chemistry, reactions, density, and more. All students will take home a recipe booklet of their experiments. 1 week $175 (includes $25 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2196 XK 145 6859 ST BUILDING
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Hands-On Physics
Ages 12-14. Are you looking for a challenging physics lab experience? Look no further. Using a college physics lab, students will solve problems using major principles in physics such as measurement, force and motion, work and energy, and impulse and momentum
Just to name a few. This is a hands-on-science applications class meant to be an enrichment opportunity for the inquisitive and focused learner. You must have a good attitude and strictly observe the instructor’s guidelines. Class is limited to 12 students. 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2178 XK 129 6901 ST BUILDING
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Intermediate Engineering and Robotics
Ages 11-14. Engineering technology is a great way to introduce a budding young scientific mind to the future opportunities of a high-technology world! In this class, teams will work together and become the technology experts. Instructors will reinforce applied physics and math concepts like friction, measurement of distance, time, angles, and much more, and you will be challenged to design your own original robotic solutions. Come learn how to do some amazing things with technology! 1 week $195 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2125 XK 354 6221 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2309 XK 354 6222 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2310 XK 354 6224 Hickory Ridge
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Is It Who Or Whom?
Ages 11-14. This specialized writing class concentrates on the building block of writing--the sentence. Learn to identify the parts of speech, study the correct use of verbs, determine subject/predicate, examine phrases and clauses, and construct sentences using proper grammar and punctuation. By means of group editing, you will explore the fundamentals of good sentence structure, bringing clarity to your writing. This course will help you prepare for various standardized writing tests. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2282 XK 314 6228 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2281 XK 314 6227 Hickory Ridge
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Journalism for Students
Ages 11-14. Stop the presses! This is your chance to write, produce, and publish a newspaper. Practice reporting, interviewing, editing, and layout. Sharpen your Word and Publisher skills. Challenge yourself by becoming a part of a hard-working team. You’ll create class, individual, and web newsletters. 2 weeks $275 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 10
#2238 XK 270 6126 Hickory Ridge
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Junior Medic
Ages 12-14. Potential doctors and nurses will be intrigued by investigating organic specimens such as the heart, brain, eyes, and kidneys in this course. Examine the basics of biology and health issues with an emphasis on anatomy. The marvels of the human body and the power of medical knowledge are the right “prescription” for summer learning. You will also receive CPR training as a part of this course. This is a hands-on science applications class meant to be an enrichment opportunity for the inquisitive and focused learner. Due to many dissection activities, you must have a good attitude and strictly observe instructor’s guidelines. Great for home schooling students to experience a lab setting. 2 weeks $305 (includes $45 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2265 XK 291 6231 ST BUILDING
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Aug 03
#2266 XK 291 6232 ST BUILDING
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Junkyard Wars
Ages 11-14. In this eco-friendly class, students will recycle common everyday items to create motorized mechanisms, mini-robots, and racers. The program is divided into a series of challenges where students will compete as teams against each other to accomplish specific tasks. Each challenge combines environmental principles, physics, and basic elements of design and engineering. After mastering the beginning concepts, students will face a final challenge to earn the title “Junkyard Warrior” and become protectors of the environment.This class is offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week. $205** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$176**
#2129 XKE 157 6194 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2353 XKE 157 6293 Hickory Ridge
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Leadership Skills
Ages 13 and above. Learn how to become a leader in high school and beyond! Discover if you are already a leader, learn about leadership skills, create ways to model leadership in school, and brainstorm ways you can serve your community. Enhance intra and inter personal skills; gain self-confidence and self-actualization; learn to think, write, read, present, and research critically. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2267 XK 292 6235 Hickory Ridge
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Legal Eagles: Trial by Jury
Ages 11-14. Innocent or guilty? Take turns playing prosecutor, judge, and jury in this intriguing introduction to law and the court system. You get to hear cases, present testimony, and decide the verdict in a mock trial. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$133
#2258 XK 284 6236 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2260 XK 284 6870 Hickory Ridge
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Legal Eagles II-The Supreme Court
Ages 11-14. Learn all the facets of the Supreme Court and participate in a moot court. A moot court is an activity in which participants take part in simulated court proceedings, drafting briefs and participating in oral argument. Moot court does not involve actual testimony by witnesses or the presentation of evidence, but is focused solely on the application of the law. In participating in a Moot Court students will review case law precedents and apply them to relevant present day scenarios. They will participate in oral arguments before a panel of student judges and/or play student judges. They will debate previous Supreme Court cases and discuss new rulings handed down by the court. They will watch interviews of the judges and listen to Supreme Court audio of past oral arguments. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2191 XK 136 6855 Hickory Ridge
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Lego You-Niverse! MakeYour Own Adventure *NEW!*
Ages 11-14. In this Lego adventure YOU are the star! Pick your favorite LEGO genre, or create an alternate universe to create a digital story. Whether you want to fight alongside Batman, be part of a Ninjago clan, swashbuckle with pirates, or soar into space with Bionicle, the only requirement is that you put yourself in the story. All students will end the class with a digital comic book that can be shared with friends and family on a password protected website. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:00 pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#5058 XKE 180 6032 Hickory Ridge
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Lights, Camera, Action
Ages 11-14. Everyone has a part to play in this movie! Using pre-written scripts, you will learn just what it takes to make a movie from in front of the camera as well as behind it. Once filming is complete, you will edit using sound and other special effects and take your finished product home. The last day of camp will be the World Premiere of your "I Made It Myself" production. Student-created films will be available on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:00 pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2199 XK 148 6034 Hickory Ridge
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Mandarin Chinese for Middle School Students
Ages 11-14. "Ni hao." Chinese is the top up-and-coming world language. This course introduces you to the basics of speaking Chinese. Focus on practical, spoken, everyday Mandarin through pronunciation and recognizing Chinese characters. Explore history, holidays, calligraphy, crafts, foods, and many other aspects of Chinese culture. 2 weeks $280 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 10
#2327 XK 378 6167 Hickory Ridge
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Manga for Students
Ages 11-14. Join in the newest trend in cartooning and animation. Manga, or Japanese comic book art, has a certain characteristic look, whether hand drawn or computer generated, and it also incorporates a writing component. Create manga characters, develop a storyline, and lay out comic pages in this contemporary class. Practice penciling, inking, and lettering techniques. This course is meant for the student who has some familiarity with these unique comic book collections. Work with an award-winning local artist with specialized experience in the field. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2321 XK 370 6172 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2320 XK 370 6158 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2319 XK 370 6123 Hickory Ridge
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Middle School Math Review
Ages 11-14. Start improving your math skills by taking this valuable review course. In this relaxed environment, practice mixed numbers, repeating and terminating decimals, percents, and other “hang ups,” and increase your mathematical ability. You should be at grade level in math. Bring a calculator to class. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2301 XK 339 6243 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2302 XK 339 6884 Hickory Ridge
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Middle School Pets and Vets
Ages 11-14. Advance your learning about pet ownership and the many roles veterinarians play. Develop skills in training pets and promoting their good health. Hands-on activities will be provided as you continue to study facts about animal behavior, tricks, and tips. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2307 XK 344 6328 Hickory Ridge
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Mixed Media Collage
Ages 11-14. Explore the latest trend in the art world: Altered Books. Beginning with a discarded hard-back book, you will utilize a wide variety of art techniques to create your own Fine Art Book. You will cut, paint, make your own paper, draw, print, and collage to express your theme. This mixed media experience will challenge your creativity and artistic skills. 1 week $153** (includes $25 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#4947 XKE 115 6002 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2341 XKE 115 6249 Hickory Ridge
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Model United Nations
Ages 11-14. Become one of the 400,000 students around the world who participate in Model United Nations every year! Participants in this program will assume the role of an ambassador to the United Nations and represent their countries to solve current, real-world issues. Throughout the week you will research a world problem, develop solutions, and negotiate consensus with your peers. This program prepares teen-agers in core skills such as research, writing, public speaking, problem solving, consensus building, conflict resolution, compromise, and cooperation. Model UN alumni have gone on to become supreme court justices, world leaders, lawyers, business professionals, and famous Hollywood actors. No prior experience is needed. Offered in cooperation with Black Rocket Productions, LLC. 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2193 XK 142 6851 Hickory Ridge
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Money Matters
Ages 11-14. How do you spend your money? Wisely if you take this course. Explore the power of personal choices and learn to develop winning moves with money. Learn about checking and savings accounts, credit vs. debit usage, ATM cards, budgeting, taxes, insurance, credit history, and investing
Just to mention a few tools of the trade. Develop real-life skills and responsibilities by setting financial goals and evaluating financial scenarios that build wealth while being a wise consumer. You’ll need a basic calculator. 1 week $138 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#5281 XK 160 6045 Hickory Ridge
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Monsters in the Movies
Ages 11-14. Dracula, Frankenstein, the Mummy, and the Phantom all come to life in this class. Where did they begin, and why are they still so popular? Watch the movies (some may be scary to younger kids), read about their origins, and separate fact from fiction. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30 pm
Jun 25-Jun29
#2127, XKE 137 6250 Hickory Ridge
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Myth, Magic and Mayhem
Ages 11-14. Ever wonder how ancient cultures explained their place in a world of supernatural creatures and mysterious events? Travel the magical world of mythology and see how ancient people used these fantastic tales to make sense of the world around them. Investigate the stories that have come down from ancient Greece, medieval Europe, and Imperial China and learn the difference between a myth, a legend and a folktale. Students will construct their very own full size Asian dancing temple lion mask and costume which is still used to dispel bad luck and mischievious spirits during Chinese New Year. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2162 XK 110 6171 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2163 XK 110 6313 Hickory Ridge
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New Clown in Town
Ages 11-14. Are you known as a funny character? Do you enjoy making others laugh? Bring out your silly side and polish your funny bone techniques. Working alone and as part of a group, develop time-honored skills as you apply a unique professional clown face, craft and present an original clown skit, and explore proper use of body movement, props, and pantomime to ensure a successful performance. In addition, your routine may involve juggling, slapstick, and improvisation, singing, and telling funny stories. Learn professional trade secrets as you work toward a final “All Clown All-Stars” performance for your parents and classmates. Be a captain of comedy. Limited to 12. 1 week $175** (includes $25 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2429 XKE 154 6101 Hickory Ridge
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Note Taking and Memory Strategies
Ages 11-14. Outlining using three-column notes, and mapping are some of the skills demonstrated in this course to enhance organizational skills in various learning situations. Visualization, linking, and association help you figuratively tie strings on your memory capabilities. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$133 #2243 XK 274 6111 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2244 XK 274 6253 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2245 XK 274 6254 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2246 XK 274 6263 Hickory Ridge
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Passion for Fashion
Ages 11-14. When the film director in Los Angeles yells "Cut!" the next words you hear on the set are "Make up!" The role of the stylist, from fashion design to wardrobe and make up, is critical. This new class is tailored to those with an eye for design. Learn the key facets of the industry and study the latest trends in styles, colors, and cuts to create your first original clothing line. Each fashionista will leave with a digital portfolio to launch his or her new clothing line on the world stage. If you're into fashion, this program is for you! This class is offered in conjunction with Black Rocket Productions LCC. 1 week $205 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#6120 XK 118 6261 Hickory Ridge
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Philosophy and World Religions
Ages 11-14. Discover the similarities and differences of both philosophers and religions as you compare and contrast questions about right versus wrong, instinct versus knowledge, science versus myth. Students taking this class will begin each day by learning about one of the five major religions (Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism) practiced in our world today. In the second part of each class, students will learn and discuss various principles of western (or Greek) philosophy. Students will move beyond simple name recognition of philosophers including Aristotle, Hippocrates, Plato and Socrates. This is an exciting opportunity for middle schoolers to explore a subject not part of the normal curriculum, sharpen reasoning skills, and define personal ethics and values. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2200 XK 149 6856 Hickory Ridge
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Photoshop Phun
Ages 11-14. You can do amazing things with Photoshop. You can put your head on someone else’s body, place yourself on Mt. Everest, or position yourself on a surfboard in Hawaii. Using up-to-date software, learn important features for digital image enhancement, photo retouching (such as taking the red eye out of photos or lightening and darkening a picture), and image compositioning. Bring your digital camera and cables if you have them, but they are not required. Parental permission for the student to access the Internet is required. Attendance is mandatory on the first day of class. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2224 XK 252 6245 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2225 XK 252 6247 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2226 XK 252 6258 Hickory Ridge
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Psychology of Behavior
Ages 11-14. There’s an old adage that says you can’t judge others until you know yourself. Study basic human development and some reasons we behave as we do. Learn from a personality test how you operate alone and in groups, your preferred mode of learning, how you make decisions, and generally how you look at life and live it. Explore how knowing these things about yourself can influence your behavior and decisions. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2315 XK 368 6244 Hickory Ridge
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Pyramids, Plato, and Plagues *NEW!*
Ages 11-14. Ancient history holds many secrets to our modern-day culture. Are you able to identify Hammarabi's code? How many years did it take to construct the pyramids? What do you know about the Middle Ages, knighthood, and the feudal system? Learn about the ancient civilizations in Mesopotamia, the Pharoahs and pyramids of Egypt, the Romans and their philosophers and empire, Alexander the Great, and the daily life and superstitions of the Middle Ages. What made them great, and what was their downfall? Unlock the mysteries of these bygone civilizations. 1 week $143 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#5060 XK 102 6033 Hickory Ridge
Robotics with NXT
Ages 11-14. Do you know what a robot is capable of doing? Get ready to take control! You will build robots, program them to accomplish tasks, respond to external stimuli, and overcome challenges. Using the NXT brick from Lego(TM), you will control the robot using NXT programming language and software programming techniques. Experience the challenges of navigation, avoiding and climbing over obstacles, and moving objects. 1 week $195 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2161 XK 108 6004 Hickory Ridge
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Scanning the Skies
Ages 11-14. Become a classroom astronomer for one week and explore the skies. Learn facts and details about our earth and moon as well as the other planets in our solar system. Investigate stars and constellations, comets and meteors, and our own star, the sun. So buckle up as we blast off through space! 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#5061 XK 288 6034 Hickory Ridge
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Science Experiments for Middle Schoolers
Ages 11-14. Take science out of the abstract and into reality. Explore the mysteries of physical science as you experience the thrill of experimentation, scientific inquiry, and hypothesis testing. Learn by doing. This week of discovery is fun, yet teaches fundamental skills that can be used in any classroom. 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2276 XK 303 6267 ST BUILDING
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$148
#2277 XK 303 6268 ST BUILDING
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2120 XK 303 6266 ST BUILDING
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Speaking Japanese for Students
Ages 11-14. Discover an exotic and unique alphabet that currently is “hot” among fans of Anime, Pokemon, and Yu-gi-oh. Identify certain Japanese characters, learn simple sentences, practice pronunciation, describe common objects using basic vocabulary, and enjoy getting introduced to Japanese culture. 2 weeks $248 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#2278 XK 304 6271 Hickory Ridge
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Speaking Spanish for Students
Ages 11-14. Don’t take a siesta this summer, amigo! Join the fiesta of learning that takes place in this fun language class. Simple sentences, grammar usage, and vocabulary words are introduced, and conversation is emphasized. Expand your horizons and learn more about Hispanic culture, foods, and music. 2 weeks $270 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 10
#2222 XK 245 6272 Hickory Ridge
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Structural Engineering Using Bridges
Ages 11-14. Explore and build 7 key bridge types: beam, truss arch, cantilever, suspension, cable, stayed, and movable/bascule. Learn about the structural qualities of these bridges and the financial stakes involved. As a final project, teams will compete to build their own cost-effective and structurally sound bridge. This class is offered in cooperation with DNCamp Stars. 1 week $205 (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2324 XK 372 6319 Hickory Ridge
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Summer Sewing
Ages 11-14. Have you ever wanted to learn how to make decorative items for your bedroom? This class will give you the skills to make a cupcake pin cushion, decorative pillow and a bedside book holder. This course will introduce you to sewing by hand, adding embellishments, using a sewing machine, following a pattern, and hemming techniques. You will be sewing the first day! 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2362 XKE 167 6335 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#4948 XKE 167 6005 Hickory Ridge
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Summer Sewing II *NEW!*
Ages 11-14. This class builds on the sewing skills learned in Summer Sewing. (Students who have sewing experience in school or at home are also welcome.) You will make a felt cover for a cell phone, MP3 player and/or e-reader; a personalized monogram pillow; a counted cross-stitch butterfly design; and an apron with two coordinating fabrics. This course will apply hand and machine sewing, embellishment techniques, and steps to follow a pattern. You will be sewing the first day! 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#5063 XKE 172 6036 Hickory Ridge
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Super Sports Fan
Ages 11-14. Are you a sports enthusiast? Learn about the players, coaches, and heroes of the American sports you play and watch. Take part in a mock NBA draft, play fantasy football, design a team pennant, learn sports trivia, and watch sports bloopers. Get the latest in sports news here as you become a knowledgeable spectator in this interactive and lively class. 1 week $155** (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2342 XKE 118 6275 Hickory Ridge
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Three Dimensional Art
Ages 11-14. Explore color, composition, and texture as you create mobiles, stabiles, and assemblages. All materials are provided. 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2350 XKE 132 6278 Hickory Ridge
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Time Management and Test Taking Skills
Ages 11-14. Learn how to eliminate wasted time for homework and chores and to create an ideal study schedule chart that you can follow. Discover clues to taking various kinds of tests that are immediately useful. Scan for chapter headings, key words, and ideas that often appear on class quizzes and exams. 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2249 XK 275 6280 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2251 XK 275 6282 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2250 XK 275 6281 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2247 XK 275 6130 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2248 XK 275 6279 Hickory Ridge
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Where in the Globe? *NEW!*
Ages 11-14. Travel around the world without leaving Howard County and learn something about people and places outside the United States. This fun-filled class uses slides, movies, contests, and games to locate exotic points on the globe and puts this changing world, where nations appear and disappear, into perspective. You’ll learn map reading and geography without even realizing it. 1 week $138 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#5064 XK 268 6037 Hickory Ridge
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Young Inventors At Work
Ages 11-14. Get a head start as an inventor or business owner. You will be involved in activities that can improve everyday life by applying practical uses of an invention. Learn the development process of being an inventor, from finding an idea and creating a working model to patenting, manufacturing, and researching markets for the invention. If you like to solve problems, brainstorm ideas, and make things work better, take this course! 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2234 XK 262 6340 Hickory Ridge
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TRANSITIONAL CLASSES
3D Animation
Ages 10-16. Learn how to develop 2D and 3D animation for use in presentations and multimedia applications. Generate 3D models using vertices, edges, and polygons that are manipulated to shape your objects. Imagine the process as working with hi-tech Play-Doh. Use Animation software, create storyboards to produce animations, and construct interfaces between the various graphic and animation programs. 2 weeks $270 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$248
#2229 XK 256 6285 ST BUILDING
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2230 XK 256 6286 ST BUILDING
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Aug 03
#2231 XK 256 6723 ST BUILDING
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Amateur Architect
Ages 12-15. Architecture reflects the civilization and culture of the times. From the Mayan pyramids and Greek temples to the modern monuments and complexes, examine the differences and similarities in the way buildings are constructed. Analyze examples of homes, cathedrals, and cities. Try your hand at designing classical to futuristic structures. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2419 XK 290 6196 Hickory Ridge
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American Popular Music
Ages 11-15. Join us as we take an auditory journey through music in the US and as we listen to and learn about the genres, composers and songs that people have enjoyed through the generations. In looking at the music that helped shape America, students will be exposed to traditional music, classical American composers, blues and jazz as you work towards hip-hop, rap, R & B and contemporary music. Other stops along the way will include bluegrass, country, rock & roll, Motown, disco, and other styles that have inspired people through the years. 1 week $160** (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2361 XKE 165 6255 Hickory Ridge
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Amusement Park Science
Ages 12-15. Have you ever gone to a theme park and wondered “How did they do that”? Well it’s your turn. This course takes you behind your favorite attractions. As an armchair theme park fan, work with a class of other enthusiasts to design your own park and its attractions. Take a creative imagination, some familiarity with motion, physics, force, friction, and create a K’NEX roller coaster. Experience the thrills and spills of kinetic energy though your feet never leave the ground. 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2417 XK 140 6865 Hickory Ridge
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Computer Keyboarding for Middle School
Ages 11 - 16. The better you can type, the easier it is to write those school papers and work on your computer. If you are a beginner and want to learn finger placement and computer parts, and develop typing speed and accuracy, sign up for this class now. 2 weeks $265 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2313 XK 365 6289 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2314 XK 365 6290 Hickory Ridge
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Crafts From the Past *NEW!*
Ages 10-16. It's amazing how many crafts have been lost to history, but no longer! Engage in arts, crafts, and games enjoyed in days of old. Bring history to life by using your hands and skills, and be creative with different materials. Make modern versions of textile art projects by using wool from sheep and spinning, knitting, weaving, and using felt to make a project and stitch a sampler displaying your own motto. 1 week $180** (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#5053 XKE 181 6027 Hickory Ridge
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Creating Games With GameMaker™
Ages 12-16. Get introduced to the game design process and the software available that can be used to create your own computer games. Study examples of various game genres including platform, adventure, and maze games, and look at a range of games created with the GameMaker™ software. Design and develop your own computer games. Merge a variety of media to create a complete game that can be played by friends and posted on the Internet. Although you will play a sampling of GameMaker(TM) games, you should come to this class prepared to focus on game design and development. 1 week $165** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2126 XKE 108 6293 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$143
#2337 XKE 108 6323 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2335 XKE 108 6294 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2336 XKE 108 6295 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2334 XKE 108 6003 Hickory Ridge
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Dissecting Computer Technology
Ages 10-16. Sure, you know how to use your computer, but do you know how it works? What is an I/O port? What is a motherboard? How does the memory work with the hard drive? You’ll take a working computer apart, examine the pieces, and put it back together! Will it still work? That’s up to you! Find out why those disks are called “floppies” when they are hard. Also explore the evolution of personal computing and what tomorrow may hold for technology. 1 week $195 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2159 XK 107 6238 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2158 XK 107 6187 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2160 XK 107 6303 Hickory Ridge
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Engineering Design
Ages 12-15. Learn how to design engineering solutions to real-world problems through documentation, experimentation, and construction. Try your hand at the design process using a 12-step procedure to complete a solution, starting with sketching isometric, oblique, and multi-view sketches. Create a puzzle cube, design a mini golf course, and build a working multi-simple Rube Goldberg machine. 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:00 pm
Jun 25-Jun29
#2112 XK 137 6854 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30 pm, Aug 6-Aug 10
#6511 XK 137 6049 Hickory Ridge
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Exploring Google Sketchup
Ages 12-15. SketchUp makes 3-D modeling fun. Model a city. Design a room. Invent a new machine. There’s no limit to what you can create with SketchUp. Working with two dimensional and three dimensional features, you can calculate precise measurements, paint your model with your choice of colors and textures, and even dissect your model to see its inner mechanisms.Whether you are interested in architectural design, digital entertainment, construction or engineering, SketchUp is for you. 2 weeks $258 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 13 (no class 7/4)
#5065 XK 159 6038 Hickory Ridge
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Fencing Basics: Pointe Touché *NEW!*
Ages 11-16. The exciting duels of the Three Musketeers and the elegant style of Zorro are not just pages in history. Here's your chance to discover the sport of fencing. Fencing is one of the oldest Olympic sports and is also often referred to as "Physical Chess.” You will learn about the Epee, Foil, and Sabre disciplines and practice proper footwork, proper blade work, and participate in a tournament at the end of the class. Taught by former national squad member and international competitor. 1 week $160** (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#5055 XKE 177 6029 Hickory Ridge
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Geometry Review
Ages 12-16. Get set and “line up” to review Geometry skills such as points, segments, triangles, polygons, circles, solid figures and their connected relationships as a mathematical system. The focus is on comparisons between figures and shapes, volumes, congruency, similarity, transformation and coordinate Geometry. You’ll go over patterns, measurements, formulas and proofs. You should have completed a Geometry class. 1 week $170 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm,Jul 30-Aug 3
#5264 XK 146 6047 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2197 XK 146 6869 Hickory Ridge
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HTML for Students
Ages 11-16. Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) is the language of the World Wide Web. Learn how to use inline images, image maps, audio, video, hyperlinks, and other graphics to produce a personal webpage that is attractive, readable, and easy to navigate. Internet beginners are welcome. At the end of the course you will create your own webpage. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2205 XK 231 6298 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1 pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2206 XK 231 6299 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2207 XK 231 6301 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2208 XK 231 6302 Hickory Ridge
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HTML-Part II for Students
Ages 11-16. If you have completed HTML or have a good grasp of the basics for Hypertext Markup Language, this course is for you. Create more complex documents using HTML. Expand basic techniques, add tables and charts, learn how to do your own troubleshooting, maintain webpages, and much more. At the end of the course you will create your own website. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2211 XK 233 6305 Hickory Ridge
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HTML III for Students *NEW!*
Ages 11-16. Expand on the concepts you learned in HTML I and II. Learn to apply Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to create templates for dynamic websites with hyperlinks, videos, audio, tables, and more. Incorporate World Wide Web Consortium standards into your website by becoming familiar with HTML5 and XML. At the end of the course you will create your own website with both CSS and HTML. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#5070 XK 154 6040 Hickory Ridge
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Inside Interior Design *NEW!*
Ages 10-16. If you could redecorate your room, where would you begin? Learn how to work with floor plans, drawing to scale, color matches and trends, moving furniture to suit the space, and historical looks. Create an environment that reflects your personality, interest, and possible career track. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#5057 XK 100 6031 Hickory Ridge
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Intermediate GameMaker™ *NEW!*
Ages 12-16. This course builds on the introductory skills gained from completion of the course Creating Games with GameMaker™. Using the GameMaker™ Standard Edition rather than the free version, the course expands the student's understanding of the GameMaker(TM) drag-and-drop game creation interface in order to create more challenging games. It also introduces students to the GameMaker™ scripting language GML and allows students to program their own game functions. In addition to developing techniques for designing more sophisticated adventure, scrolling, platform and maze games, students will complete a lesson on multiplayer games. Programming skills will be taught. Student should come prepared to develop games rather than play them! Prerequisites: successful completion of course Creating Games with GameMaker™ or prior approval of staff based on programming experience and agreement to complete basic tutorials before start of class. $165** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#5071 XKE 163 6041 Hickory Ridge
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Introduction to Visual Basic
Ages 11-16. Empower yourself with the technological skills needed to advance in the fast-paced computer world. Learn project design, the Visual Basic toolbox, and many elements of the BASIC language. Enjoy detailed computer projects that you can build and run, including a number-guessing game, a card game, an allowance calculator, a drawing program, and a simple video game. No prior programming experience is necessary; however, you should be comfortable working in the Windows environment, know how to find files, move and restore windows, and know what file extensions are and how to identify them. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2209 XK 232 6306 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2210 XK 232 6307 Hickory Ridge
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Journey to Middle Earth: World of J.R.R. Tolkien
Ages 11-16. Focus on the literary phenomenon of J.R.R. Tolkien and the amazing world he created in The Hobbit, Lord of the Rings, Children of Hurin, and other books. Using readings from these books at the level of plot, character, setting, and idea as well as viewing film clips from Peter Jackson's “Rings" trilogy, companions of this week-long "Fellowship" will have an opportunity to immerse themselves in the cultures, life ways, skills, and traditions of Tolkien's Middle Earth. Included among the week's activities will be: obtaining a working knowledge of the Elvin language of "Tenguar" (currently taught for credit at Oxford University in England), making a personal Lord of the Rings t-shirt, compiling a collection of Hobbit recipes from The Shire, sampling the music of Middle Earth, and creating a personal handmade and decorated journal to record one's own epic adventures. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2190 XK 135 6871 Hickory Ridge
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Painting Along With DaVinci and Matisse *NEW!*
Ages 10-16. Learn details about the world’s most famous portrait, the Mona Lisa when you examine the genius of DaVinci in his other oils like The Last Supper and his animal sketches. Examine Matisse’s lavish colors and playful forms, his collages, and his influences. Learn how to paint like these masters by using color theory, mixing colors, composition, and basic painting techniques. Create your own masterpieces to take home and enjoy. 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#5074 XKE 176 6044 HVPA
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#5076 XKE 176 6046 HVPA
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Painting Like Van Gogh and Monet
Ages 10-16. Through your artist’s eye, examine Vincent van Gogh’s Holland and see his colorful sunflower and landscape paintings. Study Claude Monet’s property in Giverny, France, and delight in his atmospheric water lily series. Learn how to paint like these masters by using color theory, mixing colors, composition, and basic painting techniques. Create your own masterpieces to take home and enjoy. 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2343 XKE 121 6105 HVPA
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2344 XKE 121 6894 HVPA
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Painting With Picasso and O’Keefe
Ages 10-16. Learn about Pablo Picasso’s diverse styles of painting during his Blue Period, African influenced work, and Cubism. Study Georgia O’Keefe’s bold paintings of flowers, rocks and animal bones from the Southwest landscape. Learn how to paint like these masters by using color theory, mixing colors, composition, and basic painting techniques. Create your own masterpieces to take home and enjoy. 1 week $170** (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$148**
#2355 XKE 159 6863 HVPA
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2356 XKE 159 6864 HVPA
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Photography Academy *NEW!*
Ages 10-16. Capture magical images of your family members practicing good lighting, correct camera exposure, photo composition, and proper poses. Make memories of sports events and concerts, capture unique shots of family pets, special family portraits, and learn to find great props and backgrounds in and around your home. Learn the one composition rule that will improve all your photos right away. Bring your digital camera and manual to class. You will see lots of examples and practice techniques in class. 1 week. $165** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#5072 XKE 173 6042 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#5073 XKE 173 6043 Hickory Ridge
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SimCity™: Urban Planner
Ages 10-16. SimCity™ is a city management and planning game that simulates all of the problems, infrastructure, needs, and demands of the “people” who live in your Sim City. You are the mayor of a new city and, starting with a small amount of money and piece of land, you control everything from healthcare to roads and buildings. If you attract employers and zone residential areas, people will move to your city. Once your city is up and running, you can drop a disaster such as a fire or a twister anywhere in your city. There is no winning or losing in this game--only fun! You just keep building, improving your city and solving problems. Requirements include an active imagination and attention to detail. 1 week $165** (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2331 XKE 107 6112 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-July 27
#2332 XKE 107 6310 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2333 XKE 107 6311 Hickory Ridge
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So You Want to Be President? *NEW!*
Ages 10-16. What does it take to become the president of the United States? Identify the responsiblilities of the president, examine the president's lifestyle, and investigate famous events that have happened in the White House and how each of the past 43 presidents handled those situations. Participate in a mock election. Prepare an acceptance speech should you be elected. Learn what it takes to become a world leader. 1 week $138 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
#5062 XK 155 6035 Hickory Ridge
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Sticker and Sign Design Lab *NEW!*
Ages 12 -15. The world is covered with vinyl graphics–and it's waiting for yours! Use the FutureMakers lab to turn digital drawings, photographs, and scanned artwork into custom-cut vinyl stickers, a personal sign–and possibly the beginnings of your own business! Experienced designers will uncover the skills and tech tools used by professional sign makers, and lead you from concept to final vector graphics and products. With Inkscape software, a laptop, and a professional CNC cutter, you will make portrait stickers, an original sign for your room, and a mini business plan with an inventory of stickers to trade or sell! Software, computer, and cutter will be provided. 1 week $148 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 1pm-4:30 pm
Jul 02-06 (no class 7/4)
#5294 XK 162 6051 Hickory Ridge
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Trivia Challenge
Ages 12-16. Learn, compete, and choose various formats and strategies that could lead to winning an academic quiz competition in high school, collegiate quiz bowl, and beyond. You will practice writing questions after being familiarized with quiz bowl questions and answers in different disciplines for your age range. This information will improve and expand your knowledge base and will give you insight into how question writers decide what’s worth asking. You will then practice memorization, study skills, work in teams, play on questions to improve your buzzer skills, and learn how to compete in select situations including “National Academic Quiz Tournament” and “It’s Academic.” Limited enrollment. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2416 XK 130 6837 Hickory Ridge
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Windows Software Applications
Ages 11-16. This overview class introduces you to personal computer terminology and applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics using the Windows XP environment. Use Microsoft Office Word 2007, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint in this hands-on course. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2212 XK 234 6316 Hickory Ridge
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Wonder of Programming with Alice
Ages 10-16. Alice is an innovative 3D programming environment developed by the late Dr. Randy Pausch, author of the Last Lecture from Carnegie Mellon University. This program uses an object-oriented software design process and is the newest computer science option in school systems around the nation. It allows you to learn fundamental programming concepts without using traditional programming codes and makes it easy to create an animation for telling a story, playing an interactive game, or making a video to share on the web. Alice allows you to see immediately how programs run by manipulating objects in their virtual world using techniques of drag and drop of graphic tiles. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2164 XK 111 6131 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2165 XK 111 6132 Hickory Ridge
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FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
College Prep and Advanced Writing Skills
Ages 14 and above. Learn how to write at college level! Compose a variety of essays as well as a high school level research paper. Write papers based on self-selected topics. In addition, you will learn how to evaluate reliable research sources, organize information, control language, and critique your writing. 2 weeks $275 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Aug 03
#2228 XK 254 6115 Hickory Ridge
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Creative Writing for High School
Ages 14 and above. Explore the world of your imagination and create free verse, blank verse, lyric poetry, character sketches, personal narratives, and dramatic monologues. Learn techniques of journal writing. You will publish a literary magazine using a PC. 2 weeks $275 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2232 XK 257 6326 Hickory Ridge
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Dealing With Dollars
Ages 14 and above. Are you a savvy shopper? Do you know how to manage your money? Test your money management skills and become an educated consumer who makes smart financial decisions. Learn helpful tricks for budgeting, investing money, using a credit card or ATM, saving for college, and calculating expenses of buying and owning a car. Make your money work for you! 1 week $155 (includes $5 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2328 XK 381 6006 Hickory Ridge
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Extended Algebra I Review
Ages 14 and above. If you are a rising Algebra II, Geometry, or second-year Algebra 1 student, this is your chance to cover fundamental concepts in more depth to get ready for more difficult applications. Topics include operations with positive and negative numbers, families of functions from linear to quadratic to rational and exponential, equations, polynomials, and systems of equations, inequalities, graphing, word problems, and radicals. Bring a notebook and calculator to class. You should have completed an Algebra 1 course. 2 weeks. $270 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2323 XK 371 6327 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Aug 03
#2322 XK 371 6120 Hickory Ridge
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JavaScript for Students
Ages 14 and above. JavaScript adds interactivity, animation, and other tricks to your Web pages. Learn the range of functions and web features supported by the JavaScript programming language, and program a series of JavaScripts that implement the range of functions, including dynamic date and time display, rollovers, browser redirection, forms, and clocks. Prerequisites: HTML I and II. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2213 XK 235 6329 Hickory Ridge
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Practical Preparation for PSAT/NMSQT
Ages 14 and above. Review basic math through geometry including quantitative comparison and calculation practice. Verbal review covers sentence completion, critical reading, and writing skills that identify sentence errors. Take both math and verbal in a one-week morning and afternoon time frame. This course is recommended for students who have taken algebra and geometry. You must bring a calculator for the math section and a comprehensive dictionary for the verbal section. Textbook is provided. 1 week/full day $285 (includes $20 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2283 XK 318 6330 Hickory Ridge
(Lunch break on your own from 12-1pm with parental permission)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2284 XK 318 6331 Hickory Ridge
(Lunch break on your own from 12-1pm with parental permission)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2285 XK 318 6721 Hickory Ridge
(Lunch break on your own from 12-1pm with parental permission)
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Preparing for College Success
Ages 14 and above. When you leave high school behind and face a new chapter in your academic life, will you be prepared? Make the most of this experience by learning how college performance expectations and grading differ from high school performance expectations and grading, how to manage your time with reading, studying, and papers to get everything done and still have a social life (prioritizing & planning), and how to tackle performance obstacles such as difficult professors and voluminous, complicated course materials. Examine college resources, test and study techniques, management styles of course materials, and writing strategies. Prepare and succeed! 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2172 XK 123 6251 Hickory Ridge
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Research and Study Skills for Students
Ages 14 and above. Learn organizational research and study skills to graduate from high school and go on to college-level work. Improve your time management, memory retention, notetaking, and test taking skills. Review procedures for selecting a topic, developing a thesis statement, and creating an outline. Learn all the necessary steps that lead to writing a great term paper. 2 weeks $253 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 02-Jul 13 (no class 7/4)
#2233 XK 261 6337 Hickory Ridge
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Teen Cuisine
Ages 14 and above. Learn culinary arts by discovering the chemistry, methodology, and cooking styles that create great food. In one week you will plan and prepare meals, practice food safety, determine a budget, compare nutritional elements in recipes, and serve a complete made-from-scratch meal. You will work in teams and be instructed by a certified executive chef from the HCC Culinary Arts program. Final class will include a culinary competition. Limited to 12 students. 1 week $210** (includes $60 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#6324 XKE 148 6053 ST BUILDING
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#5342 XKE 148 6054 ST BUILDING
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Trouble-Free Vocabulary
Ages 14 and above. The English language has lots of words, but do you know which words you most need to know? Build your word power by challenging yourself with Brain Ticklers, using a thesaurus and grouping words by their derivation. Add over a hundred useful words to your vocabulary by practicing skills and strategies in a relatively painless way. Don’t wait for the SAT test to roll around to improve your word familiarity and usage. 1 week $160 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2157 XK 105 6225 Hickory Ridge
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Turning Books into Film
Ages 14 and above. Discover techniques that camera operators and directors use to portray literary themes and characters. Learn about camera angles, lighting, editing, and camera shots as well as movement and positioning of cameras and actors. Films shown include Citizen Kane, Waking Ned Devine, The Natural, Mosquito Coast, and other PG-13 selections. 1 week $150 (includes $10 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 1pm-4:30PM Jul 09-Jul 13
#2325 XK 376 6182 Hickory Ridge
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Writing Dynamic College Essays
Ages 14 and above. Have you narrowed down your college choices and received applications? A good essay can enhance your chances of getting into the college of your choice. Spend this week hammering it out. Learn crucial techniques. Have rough drafts analyzed, proofread, and edited as many times as needed. Many college applications are online and will be accessible in this computer lab class. Get a jump-start on fall obligations and feel confident that your essay represents you at your best. 1 week $165 (includes $15 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2252 XK 278 6338 Hickory Ridge
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TEST PREPARATION
Preparation for the SAT
You will review basic math through Algebra II to prepare for the problem reasoning on the SAT test. Verbal preparation includes improving vocabulary, essay writing, and reading comprehension. Test taking tips will be included in each session. This course is recommended for students taking the SAT this academic year and who are currently taking or have taken geometry. Parents or guardians of students under 16 years of age will be required to complete a special form that will be given to these students on the first day of class. You must bring a calculator. $305 (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Mon-Fri 9am-1pm
Jun 25-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$270
#2185 XK 132 6888 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 9am-12:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 20
#2181 XK 132 6106 Duncan Hall
►Mon-Fri 9am-12:30pm
Jul 23-Aug 03
#2184 XK 132 6725 Duncan Hall
►Mon-Fri 9am-12:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 17
#2183 XK 132 6164 Duncan Hall
►Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm, Aug 20-Aug 24
#2406 XK 132 6406 Hickory Ridge
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Preparation for the SAT Math Test
If you are taking the SAT this academic year and only need preparation in the math section, you should take this course. Review basic math through Algebra II to prepare for the problem reasoning test. Parents or guardians of students under 16 years of age will be required to complete a special form that will be given to students on the first day of class. You must bring a calculator. $150 (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Tue,Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm
Jul 17-Jul 31
#2186 XK 133 6165 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 1:30pm-4:30pm, Aug 20-Aug 24
#2187 XK 133 6175 Hickory Ridge
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Preparation for the SAT Verbal Test
If you are taking the SAT this academic year and only need preparation in the verbal section, then you should take this course. Parents or guardians of students under 16 years of age will be required to complete a special form that will be given to these students on the first day of class. $180 (includes $30 materials fee*)
►Tue,Thu 6:30pm-9:30pm
Jun 21-Jul 12
#2189 XK 134 6897 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 9am-1pm, Aug 20-Aug 24
#2188 XK 134 6896 Hickory Ridge
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LUNCH
Lunch Schedule
All students staying on campus for both morning and afternoon courses must register for the supervised lunch hour from 12 noon to 1 pm. Students must register for the appropriate date section. Students ages 7-10 will go to Room HR-108, and students 11 and older will go to the HR-154 corridor at the Hickory Ridge Building. General audience movies will be shown. Fee covers supervision, facilities and movies. NONPERISHABLE LUNCHES ARE REQUIRED. NO REFRIGERATION IS AVAILABLE. 1 week $17**
►Mon-Fri 12pm-1pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2107 XE 666 6824 Hickory Ridge
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 12pm-1pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$14**
#2151 XE 666 6825 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 12pm-1pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2152 XE 666 6826 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 12pm-1pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2153 XE 666 6827 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 12pm-1pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2154 XE 666 6828 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 12pm-1pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2155 XE 666 6829 Hickory Ridge
►Mon-Fri 12pm-1pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2156 XE 666 6830 Hickory Ridge
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START-UP, WIND-DOWN, COMBO
Start-Up Time
Begin the day with a light breakfast, board games, and a movie. All sessions run 7:30am-8:30am. You are encouraged to bring your favorite G or PG-rated movies to share with the group, VHS and DVD accepted. Students arriving after 8:20am should proceed directly to their classroom or field. Call 443-797-9388 to contact staff. Location: HVPA 120. Please see http://www.howardcc.edu/about_hcc/getting_around for a campus map. 1 week $50**
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►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2105 XE 608 6840 HVPA120
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$40**
#2144 XE 608 6807 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2140 XE 608 6803 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2141 XE 608 6804 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2142 XE 608 6805 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2143 XE 608 6806 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am, Aug 06-Aug 10
#5083 XE 608 6801 HVPA120
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Wind-Down Time
End the day with movies and a light snack. All sessions run 4:30pm -6:30pm. You are encouraged to bring your favorite G or PG-rated movies to share with the group, VHS and DVD accepted. Parents/Guardians who expect to pick up their student(s) after 6:30pm are asked to call 443-797-9388 to inform our after care providers. A late fine of $5 per fifteen minutes will be charged for students picked up after 6:30pm. Location: HVPA 120. Please see http://www.howardcc.edu/about_hcc/getting_around for a campus map. 1 week $70**
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2106 XE 609 6808 HVPA120
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$56**
#2145 XE 609 6809 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2146 XE 609 6810 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2147 XE 609 6811 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2148 XE 609 6812 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 30-Aug 03
#2149 XE 609 6813 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm, Aug 06-Aug 10
#2150 XE 609 6814 HVPA120
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Combo Time
Do you have a long commute? Sign up for both Start-Up and Wind-Down time at a reduced rate. All sessions are held at HVPA 120. Staff can be reached by calling 443-797-9388. A late fine of $5 per fifteen minutes will be charged to those picked up after 6:30pm. Please see www.howardcc.edu/about_hcc/getting_around for a campus map. 1 week $110**
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2104 XE 607 6816 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jun 25-Jun 29
#2104 XE 607 6816 HVPA120
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$88**
#2133 XE 607 6817 HVPA120
►Mon,Tue,Thu,Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 02-Jul 06 (no class 7/4)
$88**
#2133 XE 607 6817 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2134 XE 607 6818 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 09-Jul 13
#2134 XE 607 6818 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2135 XE 607 6819 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 16-Jul 20
#2135 XE 607 6819 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 20-Aug 03
#2137 XE 607 6821 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 20-Aug 03
#2137 XE 607 6821 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2136 XE 607 6820 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Jul 23-Jul 27
#2136 XE 607 6820 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 7:30am-8:30am
Aug 06-Aug 10
#2138 XE 607 6822 HVPA120
►Mon-Fri 4:30pm-6:30pm
Aug 06-Aug 10
#2138 XE 607 6822 HVPA120
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*Fees not eligible for waiver.
**Neither XE courses nor their fees are eligible for waiver.
