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Space Voyage Summer Camp 2015

Cover 2015 Four Page Brochure

An Enrichment Program for Ages 6 to 16

Program Location: Ken Caryl Middle School, 6504 West Ken Caryl Ave, Littleton, CO 80128Seven Weeks to choose from. Come for one or more weeks.

Camp Hours: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (Inside: 8:00 am to 2:30 pm Outside Rocketry: 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm) R8 pdf

The programs of Space Voyage Summer Camp areorganized by level, with each level having specificrequirements in knowledge, skill, confidence, teamwork andexperience. This summer, Space Voyage offers three typesof programs: Pathfinder awareness programs (for ages 6-8),

Astronaut Cadet programs for ages 9-16, and the SpaceVoyage Leader Interns (14 and above). Shuttle Flight and Space Station Simulators.

For the Pathfinders (ages 6-8) the program is one ofawareness and exploration. With hundreds of activities to

select from, the instructors design week-long programs uniqueto the strengths and interests of participants. Every Pathfinderis able to earn their Space Flight Medal of Honor. Requirementsare process based and include: Do your best, Ask questions,Tell the instructors what you need, and Work as a team whenasked.

In the Astronaut Cadet program (ages 9-16) studentsbecome part of a crew or team to explore and master thecomplex operations involved in space flight, building andmanaging a functioning space station.

In the Space Voyage Leadership Intern Program (ages 14+)students are immersed in a leadership experience working withstaff and cadet crews. Interns may or may not have had priorexperience with the program.

About The Camp Staff.Leadership for each week-long study is provided by Dr. Mark

“Doc” Palmere, Ph.D. Dr. Palmere has an extensive backgroundin inspiring, motivating and empowering high-potential students.Dr. Palmere has led the Space Voyage programs since 1987,immersing students in “thinking like an astronaut” andencouraging skill development in the areas of problem solving,communication, teamwork, aeronautics and leadership. Dr.Palmere holds a B.S. in Biological Science, a master’s degree in

Educational Psychology and a double doctorate in Psychologicaand Cultural Studies; and, School Administration, Curriculumand Instruction.

Camp Counselors and Certified Instructors at Space VoyageSummer Camp are carefully screened, are knowledgeable andare good role models. We plan on having one staff member forevery five participants (1:5). Cadets are assigned a primaryinstructor. Dr. Palmere serves as the primary Instructor for allPathfinders.

© Copyright 2015. Space Voyage. All Rights Reserved.Our website has an online brochure that expands

this four page PDF to over 25 pages.

Celebrating our 25th Summer of Astronaut Camp!Space Voyage offers an intensive program of learning

and confidence building within a space motif. Space Voyagebrings to life the importance of math and science, buildsconfidence through genuine achievement, creates a sense ofbelonging, and offers a fun and fantastic place for kids to learnand grow. The program uses cooperative learning and learningteams where everyone can achieve. Space Voyage SummerCamp can be an initial experience for beginning students or acontinuation of space flight studies for those who have alreadycompleted one or more levels of our camp. More than 300,000students from all over the United States have experienced thechallenge and thrill of thinking like an astronaut in our Space

Voyage program. This summer, Space Voyage will offer sevenweeks of programming at Ken Caryl Middle School in Littleton,Colorado. Students from metro Denver and Colorado schoolsand from as far away as Chicago, New Jersey and California,Egypt and Japan have attended as a vacation destination.

Space Voyage Summer Camp is designed for studentswith an interest in the area of science, technology,engineering, the arts, and math. This STEAM camp immersesstudents in “thinking and working as-if they are astronauts.”

To be successful students should:1) Be interested in one or more STEAM subjects,2) Be capable of independent work;3) Have the maturity of a child his/her age.

Pathfinders and Cadets l aunching an air-water rocket at Camp.

We have both indoor and outdoo r rocket systems.

Cadets Using Space Voyage Flight Decks



Everyone Achieves Their Own Medal.

Specific objectives for each program are given tothe students at the beginning of the program week.Instructors and Camp Counselors assist, guide, andmonitor progress of each student, signing offrequirements upon completion. When all objectivesare complete, an instructor formally recommends the

student for recognition of completion of that level. At an awards ceremony, a Space Flight Medal ofHonor is presented. Space Voyage Summer Campis designed for every student to achieve.

Ast ronau t Pathf inder Programs ... For ages 6-9.Programs are based on grade level the student isentering in the coming fall:

Pathfinder 1 - Entering First GradePathfinder 2 - Entering Second GradePathfinder 3 - Entering Third Grade

In the Pathfinder Program, focus is on awareness

and exploration of space studies and conceptsthrough hands-on activities. Pathfinders are highlysuccessful and earn a Space Flight Medal of Honor.Visit our website for more information on Pathfindercamp activities.

Abou t the Astronaut Cadet Levels... Fo r ages 9-16.

The different cadet levels are based on theknowledge, skill, confidence and experience needed tocomplete the objectives for that level. The scientificmethod, vision and persistence are the cornerstones ofour achievement model. Each level of achievementbuilds on the one before, al lowing the students toexperience an open-ended and sophisticated learningexperience that takes place across time.

Ast ronaut Cadet Levels… For Ages 9-16.

Level 1 Exploration and introduction to spaceflightmission planning, space flight operations, space stationconstruction and teamwork.Level 2 Mastery of spaceflight mission planning,

shuttle flight, space pod control, flight documentation

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and teamwork.

Level 3 Proficiency in spaceoperations. Successful constructionof a space station and managementof a research project aboard theirSpace Station.

Level 4 Expertise in spaceoperations. Successful constructionof a space station and managementof multiple research projectsaboard their Space Station.

Level 5 Author a novel or radio drama based on actualevents that could occur aboard a space station. Level 5cadets share their expertise and interests about spaceflight.

Level 6 Contributor / Inventor. Work with senior staff to

invent, design and test a new technology that can be usedto learn a new concept or skill.

Space Intern Program... For ages 14 and above.

This leadership program immerses high schoolstudents and college students to a leader-in-trainingprogram. Interns work under the direction of Dr. Palmereand will learn about leadership first hand. Participatingstudents will have the opportunity to observe, read about,apply their new knowledge, and reflect with senior staff.The leadership models used will be based on the SpaceVoyage Instructor Certification program as L5 Leadershipand the work of John C. Maxwell and others. Upon

successful completion of their internship, each student willreceive a Certificate of Achievement, be able to list theinternship experience on college applications, and use Dr.Palmere as a reference. For questions, please callDr. Palmere at 303-985-3143.

Inside The Pod… “Pod Control, I am ready to begin.”

Puppets “Cool Boy” and friends helping with a mini-lecture.

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SPACE VOYAGE SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS Pathfinder - Grade 1 through grade 3; Ages 6 to 8. Ast ronaut Cadets - Level 1 through level 5 for Grades 4 through 10; Ages 9-16.Space Voyage Leadership Interns – Entering Grades 9 through 12 and college students.Please visit our website for more information, photos and videos about the program.

DISCOUNTS:

Sibling / Multipl e Week Discount: $30 discount for the second and each additional child attending camp. Never expires. Or, $30 off for each additional week. Never expires. You may use either sibling discount or multiple week discount, but not both.

Space Voyage Affiliate Program: Contact us to learn how you can help promote our camp and earn money.

REGISTRATION CYCLE: 1) Select the program(s) and week(s) you wish to attend; 2) Check web site for “availability.“ 3) Complete “Registration Form” and mail in with

your payment. 4) Upon receiving your registration you will be E-mailed: Letter of Confirmation, Receipt, Invoice with due date (if applicable), aMedical Form and Liability Waiver . 5) Mail in your completed Medical Form and Waiver or bring it with you during camp check-in.

QUESTIONS? NEED MORE HELP? Call: 303-985-3143 E-mail [email protected] www.SpaceVoyage.com

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WAIVER: Space Voyage, Space Voyage Simulations, Space Voyage Summer Camp, Educational Adventures America, all Staff , Academy participantsand Jefferson County Public Schools are hereby released from any responsibility for injuries or medical conditions incurred during or as a result of theactivities of the Space Voyage Summer Camp. I hereby register for admission to Space Voyage Summer Camp. I am aware of the new refund policies.I certify that all information on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that photographs, videos and facsimilestaken of participants as well as their projects may be used for promotional purposes.

Enclosed is $________________ (CHECK NUMBER: _____________) for participation in the above program.

Parent or Legal Guard ian's Name: __________________________ Signatu re: _________________________ Date: ____________________

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Student’s Name ________________________ Age _____ Gender (circle): Boy Girl Shirt Size ______ Grade in School _____

School _____________________________ Favorite Subjects _____________________ Teacher’s Name _____________________

Home Phone________________ Address______________________________ City __________________ State ____ Zip ________

Mother’s Name __________________________ Work Phone _______________________ Cell Phone________________________

Mother’s E-mail Address __________________________________________________ (E-mail receipt to me (circle one): Yes No

Father’s Name __________________________ Work Phone ________________________ Cell Phone________________________

Father’s E-mail Address __________________________________________________ (E-mail receipt to me (circle one): Yes No

Please include my child in the program weeks Car Pool List and E-mail it to me? Yes No

Last Level Completed (Level and Date)

If first time, write FIRST TIME AT CAMP Program

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Program Dates Base

Fee Discount Sub-Total

TOTAL DUE :

2015 Space Voyage Summer Camp - Registration FormPlease complete one application per child. Then, mail in with payment.

Mail to: Space Voyage Academy, 1504 South Johnson Cour t, Lakewood, CO 80232

Cut here and mail in registration below.

ID 2 0 1 5 P R O G R A M W E E K S COST ID 2 0 1 5 P R O G R A M W E E K S COST

S1 Week 1 – June 8 – June 12 (5 days) $349 S5 Week 5 – July 6 – July 10 (5 days) $349



S4 Week 4 – June 29 – July 2 (4 days) $279 Come and celebrate our 25th summer of Space Voyage !!

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SVA

A. Regist rat ion Process. Discuss camp with family, select possible weeks(s),print Registration Form (page 3 of brochure), fill out registration form and mailin with your payment. Make checks payable to Space Voyage. Please sendpayment to: Space Voyage, 1504 South Johnson Court, Lakewood, CO 80232.Upon receipt, we’ll E-mail you a letter of confirmation, receipt and more.

B. Refund Policy and Fees.Full refunds, less a $25 administrative fee, are available if requested beforeMarch 31, 2015. Partial or half refunds, less a $50 administrative fee, areoffered until May 15, 2015. Returned check fee is $30. Replacement receiptsare free. We can E-mail you a .pdf as needed.

C. Summer Camp Location, Address and Directions.

Space Voyage Summer Summer Camp will be set up at Ken Caryl MiddleSchool, 6504 W. Ken Caryl Ave, Littleton, CO 80128. Driving Directionsand maps are available on our website in the summer camp section.

D. Transportation. Transportation to and from each program location is a parent responsibility. Acar pool list will be prepared and E-mailed to parents requesting carpoolinformation on the registration form. Only those marking YES for Car Pool Info

on the registration form are included. We typically E-mail Car Pool Info about aweek before the start of your program week. Call or E-mail us if you needinformation earlier. Visit the website for a map and directions.

E. Crew Size.Crew size is typically two to four students. Students are encouraged to attendSpace Voyage Summer Camp with their friends. Each crew designs a uniqueMission Patch.

F. Scholarships and Affiliate Program. Scholarship monies may be available from your school, PTOs and schoolPTSAs. Businesses interested in sponsoring students should contact us. Crewdiscounts are available. Call Dr. Palmere for details at 303-985-3143.

Frequently Asked Questions?

Please visit our web site for more information.We have a 25 page Extended Brochure on the website with more information.

Q1: How are the students grouped?Crews are formed based on program level, age and conceptual level. Studentsattending with friends are can be placed on the same crew.

Q2: Can I complete a Level in a week? Or, more than on Level in a week? A) All Pathfinder levels and Astronaut Cadet Level 1 and Level 2,are designed to be completed in one week. Astronaut Cadet Levels 3, 4 and 5take longer as levels are competency based. Cadets can continue their Levelfrom one camp week to another and from this summer to next summer.Leadership internships can last one or more weeks. B) Inspired and motivatedstudents sometimes complete Cadet Level 1 and Level 2 in one week. Youand your crew work at the pace you choose.

Q3: How does each day break down? Students arrive between 7:30 and 8:00am,Morning program runs 8 to 11:15am, Lunch from11:15-11:45am; Afternoonprogram runs 11:45am to 2:30pm. Program moves outside for Rocketry andwater based space labs from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. Students picked up at 4 p.m.

Space Voyage Summer Camp Topics.Some activities include: Space Flight, Space Station Construction, Microgravity

Studies, Space Art, Robotics, Space History, Space Novels and Movies, RadioDramas and Puppet Shows, Wall Art, The Dark Side of Space, The Future of USASpace, SpaceShip One and Commercial Space Flight, Space Station Simulators,Rocketry (non-solid fuel).

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© Copyright 2015. Space Voyage. All Rights Reserved.

Our website has an online extendedbrochure that expands this four pagePDF to over 25 pages. Please visit:

http://www.SpaceVoyage.com

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