Summer Workshops/Camps 2014
The following summer camps, listed alphabetically by camp focus, are some of the workshops/camps we have gathered for your reference. The listing does not indicate VFMS endorsement.
Academic/Recreational:
Summer Institute of the Gifted (SIGS) - an academic and recreational camp - one of the participating sites is Bryn Mawr College - http://www.giftedstudy.org/
Career:
Summer Career Academies (CCIU), Phoenixville and Westtown locations - http://www.cciu.org/page/398
Career Exploration: Delaware County Community College, Media - http://www.dccc.edu/community-education-and-training/classes-kids-and-teens/summer-camps
So, You Want to Be A Nurse
Discover what it takes to become a nurse. Visit the SymLab at the College to understand firsthand what it’s like to be a nurse.· June 23-26
Ages 10+, CRN 771, 9 a.m.-noon /
So, You Want to Be A Journalist
Learn the fundamentals of journalism and experience the range of opportunities available in the field of journalism.· July 7-10
Ages 10+, CRN 783, 9 a.m.-noon
So, You Want to Be A Lawyer
Learn what it takes to become a Lawyer. Participate in a make-believe trial and see what it takes to convince a judge and jury.· July 14-17
Ages 10+, CRN 796, 9 a.m.-noon /
So, You Want to Be A Police Officer
Learn about the knowledge, skills and abilities required to become a Police Officer. Learn how the police enforce laws, regulate traffic, prevent crime and make arrests.· July 21-24
Ages 10+, CRN 810, 9 a.m.-noon
So, You Want to Work in the Building Trades
Learn about the various jobs available in the world of construction. Explore a variety of different skills required in the building trades.· July 28-31
Ages 10+, CRN 825, 9 a.m.-noon /
So, You Want to Be A Teacher
Identify the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to become a teacher. Learn to prepare a lesson plan, practice teaching a class, grade papers, and much more.· Aug. 4-7
Ages 10+, CRN 844, 9 a.m.-noon
Community Service:
Here is a site that combines adventure and community service: http://www.lifeworks-international.com/?gclid=CPax56C8-K4CFQfe4AodoFvZzQ
List of community service opportunities for Chester County: http://www.wcupa.edu/_academics/coed/CommunityServiceinChesterCounty.asp
Habitat for Humanity, Global Village, 2 week volunteer adventures: http://www.habitat.org/gv/
Engineering:
Delaware County Community College - http://www.dccc.edu/community-education-and-training/classes-kids-and-teens/summer-camps#STEMExplorations
Engineering with LEGO
Learn the basics of stable structures, mechanisms, and simple machines using real life examples.
· June 23-26
Ages 5-7, CRN 202,9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 192,1–4 p.m
Film/Communications:
WHYY Film Academy Summer Camp – this camp gives students the opportunity to use WHYY production equipment to develop and produce news stories based on their interests under the guidance of experienced media instructors. Students may apply for a scholarship.
http://www.whyy.org/hamiltoncommons/camps.php
Westtown School – http://www.westtown.edu/uploaded/files/summer/MS_US_Adult_Enrichment_-_rev022614.pdf
Filmmaking: An Introduction
June 23-July 11
Grades 9-12 12:30-4:30 Jon Kimmel
Filmmaking focuses on the art and technique of creating short films, from inspiration to production to the final cut. All filming and editing will be done digitally in a small group setting with targeted assignments and guidance, allowing students to develop their own voice and vision. Students will tackle a number of specifically designed assignments to establish their repertoire of technical skills and artistic approaches. Many of these projects are modeled on key facets of famous directors’ styles; for example, using Alfred Hitchcock as an example of emphasizing visual elements over the dialogue to advance the story and control the mood of the film. Students will get plenty of time behind the lens and in the critical role of film editor (when a good film becomes a great one). By the end of the class, each student will have had major responsibility for several films. Experienced and beginning students both will be welcomed and challenged.
$775.00
Language:
Chinese:
STARtalk Mandarin Chinese Summer Program: Kutztown University (FREE – Grades 7-12)
http://www.berksiu.org/asc/Pages/Events_startalk.aspx
July 7-11, 14-18, 19 (NYC Field Trip).
French I: http://www.dccc.edu/community-education-and-training/classes-kids-and-teens/summer-camps#STEMExplorations
Afun program where you learn about French customs and the language through games, songs, stories and interactive activities.
· July 21-24
Ages 8-11, CRN 805, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 806, 1-4 p.m.
Spanish:
http://www.spanishworkshopforchildren.com – There is a location in Bryn Mawr and some classes on Saturdays.
Delaware County Community College, Media - http://www.dccc.edu/community-education-and-training/classes-kids-and-teens/summer-camps
Spanish I
Have fun learning about Spanish customs and the language through games, songs, stories and other interactive activities.· July 7-10
Ages 5-7, CRN 779, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 780, 1-4 p.m.
Spanish II
More fun games, songs, stories and other interactive activities to build Spanish language skills.· July 14-17
Ages 8-11, CRN 793, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 794, 1-4 p.m. /
Multiple Languages- Online Tutorial:
Babbel - http://lp.babbel.com/d/ENG_index.html?ch=SEM&l2=ALL&slc=AW7-ENGALL&gclid=CPSRuaqfsL0CFSwdOgodHQsAmw
Leadership:
Lead America: They have conferences for both middle and high school students. http://www.lead-america.org/
Spark the Wave - a leadership/community service/recreational camp - held at Villanova University - http://www.sparkthewave.org
Westtown School – http://www.westtown.edu/uploaded/files/summer/MS_US_Adult_Enrichment_-_rev022614.pdf
Ropes Course: Leadership and Climbing for Adventurous Boys - NEW!
June 30-July 3
Grades 6-8 9:00-3:30pm
Chris Henwood-Costa
This full day camp is open to boys who want to take on the challenging activities of the ropes course, learn about leadership and have fun together! Participants will explore and do various elements, build basic technical skills and create a healthy, supportive community of
adventurers. Come join in the fun!
$380.00
Ropes Course: Leadership and Climbing for Adventurous Girls - NEW!
June 23-27
Grades 6-8 9:00-3:30
Chris Henwood-Costa
This full day camp is open to girls who want to take on the challenging activities of the ropes course, learn about leadership and have fun together! Participants will explore and do various elements, build basic technical skills and create a healthy, supportive community of
adventurers. Come join in the fun!
$475.00
Ropes Course: Outdoor Adventurers Advanced - NEW!
July 21-25 (with overnight 7/24-25)
Grades 6-8 9am-3:30pm (with one overnight from
Thursday into Friday)
Chris Henwood-Costa
Calling all adventurers! The Advanced Outdoor Adventurers will spend their days
exploring our 600 acres while hiking, climbing, paddling, learning camp craft and fire building skills as well as connecting more deeply to a sense of place and to one another. Time for reflection will be incorporated each day. We will also cultivate community through non-traditional games and activities that teach leadership and service. The week will culminate with an overnight camping experience on campus where participants will be able to use the skills that they have learned throughout the week. Come discover the adventures that await you on the trails, the ropes course and the lake at Westtown School’s
Advanced Outdoor Adventurer’s Camp!
Model UN:
Westtown School – http://www.westtown.edu/uploaded/files/summer/MS_US_Adult_Enrichment_-_rev022614.pdf
Model United Nations Simulation: The Arab League, Arab Spring, and the Crisis in Syria
July 7-18
Grades 9-12 9:00-11:30
Deb Wood, Victoria Jones
Participants will explore the origins of these players and events, and the ripple effects of these events in the region and the world. Participants will draft resolutions, speeches, and agreements in response to Syria and the Arab Spring.
$ 350.00
Multi-focus:
Episcopal Academy – http://www.episcopalacademy.org/about/summer-programs/index.aspx
Future Stars - recreational/sports/technology - at various locations, two are in our area. http://www.futurestarscamps.com/
Cabrini College M Info
610 King of Prussia Rd
Radnor, PA
Villa Maria Lower School M Info
1140 King Rd
Malvern, PA
Science:
Delaware County Community College - http://www.dccc.edu/community-education-and-training/classes-kids-and-teens/summer-camps#STEMExplorations
Exploring Space
Discover the challenge of spaceexploration,what it’s like to be in space, life on the spaceshuttle and what it takes to become an astronaut.
Explore the procedures andproblems of space travel as well as getting an overview of the objects and planets in our solar system.
· July 7-14
Ages 5-7, CRN 801,9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 802,1–4 p.m.
ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp, Temple University
The ExxonMobil Bernard Harris Summer Science Camp is organized to provide activities, experiments, projects, and field experiences for students entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in the fall of 2014. The camp promotes science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education and supports historically underserved and underrepresented students.
http://www.theharrisfoundation.org/sitecontent/658/temple-university/category/466/embhssc-universities.aspx
NASTAR Flight Camp - ETC's National Aerospace Training and Research (NASTAR) Center is the premier air and space training, research, and education facility in the world.
http://www.nastarcenter.com/education/nastar-camp/
Upper Mainline YMCA - Y Earth Service Corps (environmental): http://www.ymcauml.com/yesc/
Westtown School, West Chester –
Science Institute - http://www.westtown.edu/page.cfm?p=711
Science Explorers – Potions, Powders and Polymers – NEW! http://www.westtown.edu/uploaded/files/summer/MS_US_Adult_Enrichment_-_rev022614.pdf
July 7-11
Grades 2-6
9:00-3:30 Science Explorers
Is it science or magic? You’ll find out! In our half day camp, you’ll create erupting foam
monsters, conduct amazing air pressure experiments, dig for hidden treasures, investigate the science of illusions and build spectroscopes to view the spectrum of different types of light. Stay for the full day, and we’ll reveal many mysteries of science as we investigate
creepy creatures, learn troll tricks, capture a rainbow in a bottle, make instant snow, mix up glowing slime, and conduct lab tests on mystery substances. Enroll on the Science Explorers Website: www.scienceexplorers.com/summer-science-camps
$225.00 for half days, $395.00 for full days
Technology:
Delaware County Community College – http://www.dccc.edu/community-education-and-training/classes-kids-and-teens/summer-camps#STEMExplorations
Flash Animation - Jazz up your website! Use Flash 8 to work with layers, text, banners, morphing, buttons, motion and sound.
· July 21-24
Ages 10+, CRN 138, 9 a.m.-noon
Web Design
Design your own Web page, including text, pictures, graphics, sound and links. Prior internet experience required.
· June 23-26
Ages 8-11, CRN 95, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 12-15, CRN 89, 1–4 p.m
Mindstorm NXT (Ages 7+)
Starts Mon, July 21, 2014
Ends Fri, July 25, 2014
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Movie Making and Animation – American Helicopter Museum, West Chester (Ages 8-13
https://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=location&location=119
Starts Mon, July 14, 2014
Ends Fri, July 18, 2014
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
$195
* Other dates/locations available (Downingtown/Haverford)
Robotics NXT – American Helicopter Museum, West Chester (Ages 8-12)
https://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=location&location=119
Starts Mon, July 14, 2014
Ends Fri, July 18, 2014
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
$195
Your Game - Learn the essentials of computer game design, then create your own game to play.
· July 7-10
Ages 10-15, CRN 139,9 a.m.-noon
· July 14-17
Ages 10-15, CRN 152,9 a.m.-noon
· July 28-31
Ages 10-15, CRN 152,9 a.m.-noon
· Aug. 4-7
Ages 10-15, CRN 169,1–4 p.m.
Emagination Technology Summer Camps for Kids - 20 different workshops for ages 8-17 - location at Rosemont College
http://www.computercamps.com/pennsylvania/summer_camp.html
Technology Camps - video game design, programming, robotics, web design, video editing - some are offered at Villanova
http://www.internaldrive.com/category/summer-computer-camps/
Writing:
The Writing Project - West Chester University - http://www.wcupa.edu/_academics/writing.prj/youthprograms.asp
Young Writer’s Camp, Mercerburg Academy, Mercerburg - http://www.mercersburgsummer.com/programs/enrichments-the-arts/young-writers/
Additional Resources:
Online Summer Camp Directory: http://www.campresource.com/
PAGE: Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education
http://www.giftedpage.org/
The National Society for the Gifted and Talented lists resources and opportunities by state at: http://www.nsgt.org/resources/programs.asp .
This site lists numerous study abroad, specialized study, summer study and camps for gifted students. http://www.studenteducationprograms.com/giftedprograms.html
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