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Page 1: Summer U June - July 2013

Open To Rising First-Graders Through High School Seniors • All classes 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Camp Begins June 3rd

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Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

SummerU.com • 770-499-3340

WEEK 1JunE 3-7

Extreme Science (Grades 4-6)

A week of extreme fun - making slime, explosions, crystals, volcanoes, and more! Explore earth, life and physical science through exciting hands on projects. Kids . . . DO try this at home!$249, 30 HoursT. McIntire, Instructor6/3/2013-6/7/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5282A

LEGO Robotics-Beginning (Grades 5-7)

Join this exciting challenge-based robotics program simulating competitive robots. Each student will build a robot and write programs to test out all sensors and learn the software. They will be encouraged to work in small groups to design, build,

and program a robot to solve several different challenges.$299, 30 HoursF. Siddiqui, Instructor6/3/2013-6/7/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5441A

Junior Chefs Academy! (Grades 4-6)

Get excited! Your child is about to explore a unique educational culinary experience! Young chefs will complete Summer University’s Junior Chef ’s Academy with confidence and competence in the kitchen. Students will work in a full kitchen provided by KSU’s Culinary Program. Each day, the students will practice cleanliness and preparedness as they prep and cook 2 recipes per day. Students will practice advanced measuring, mixing, cutting, cooking and baking skills as

they prepare many kid-favorite dishes, from Pepperoni Pizza to 6-Cheese Lasagna. Students will also learn the importance of fresh ingredients and healthy choices, as each meal will emphasize a well-rounded healthy diet. At completion, students will receive a certificate from Summer University, naming them honorary Junior Chefs. They will also come home with their very own Better Homes and Gardens New Junior Cookbook and a self-designed apron.$299, 30 HoursE. Rivers, Instructor6/3/2013-6/7/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5001A

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WEEK 1JunE 3-7

MS Office (Grades 6-9)

Learn how to integrate the entire Microsoft Office Suite in this new challenging and fun course!Learn the basics of the three main components of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Power Point. Each of these will cover the basics and beyond. Practical application projects will be included to practice what is covered in the software.$299, 30 HoursL. Mock, computer consultant, Instructor6/3/2013-6/7/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5411A

Chet Austin Teen Leadership Academy(Grades 7-12)

Give your young leader an extra leg up by attending this specially designed week long academy in leadership. They will have personal instruction, learning the assets needed to become an effective leader in today’s society.This course will feature daily speakers and many team projects and collaboration exercises. The course will also be facilitated by Dean Barbara S. Calhoun.

$299, 30 HoursMultiple Instructors6/3/2013-6/7/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5500A

Art and Nature (Grades 1-3)

Nature has long inspired artists. Each day campers will explore a different medium including techniques in clay, paint, printmaking and drawing. If you love plants, flowers, fish, and animals and you love art, you’ll love Art and Nature.$249, 30 HoursM. Kaltreider, elementary school art teacher, Instructor6/3/2013-6/7/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5233A

CIA-Crime Investigation Adventures (Grades 6-9)

Have fun solving camp “crimes” using the same techniques that forensic scientists use to solve real crimes! Learn how to find, lift, and analyze a suspect’s fingerprints; collect and compare animal and human hair samples; identify fiber samples; and learn about blood typing and drug analysis (simulated for safety).$299, 30 HoursInstructor To Be Announced6/3/2013-6/7/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5285A

Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

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JunE 10-14WEEK 2

Mixed Media Painting on Canvas (Grades 7-12)

This class is great for the beginner and the novice. Students will create works of art on canvas using mixed media techniques including: acrylic painting, modeling paste, collage, paper mache, and fabric manipulation. Students will incorporate found objects and writings into their canvases. This is a fun and exciting new way to explore your own creative muse, no prior painting experience needed. $249, 30 HoursP. West, Instructor6/10/2013-6/14/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5245A

Comic Book Art and Manga I (Grades 4-6)

Using the popular Japanese Comic Manga and the American comic strip as inspiration, students will create their own characters and story. Combined with basic story telling techniques and perspectives, they will create their own four-page comic book with cover. Students will also learn to use basic tools such as rulers, triangles, eraser shields, pigma pens and comic book pages.$249, 30 HoursP. Key, elementary school art teacher, Instructor6/10/2013-6/14/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5213A

Operation Science! (Grades 3-5)

Enter at your own risk! This course is for science investigators only! Discover the world of science at your fingertips! Have fun keeping your own lab journal while performing experiments in a real science laboratory. Learn to be a scientist while exploring the magic of Chemistry, the electricity of Physics, the mystery of Earth (and Space!) Science, and the beauty of Biology.$249, 30 HoursM. McIntire, Instructor6/10/2013-6/14/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5281A

Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

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Computer Game Design (Grades 7-12)

If you think playing computer games is fun, think what a blast learning to program your own games will be. Your imagination is the only limit as you use software to create maze strategy, and a variety of other types of games. You’ll learn about creating sprites, objects, levels, platforms, bosses, scrolling rooms and more. We’ll teach you how to add gravity, display health, lives, score,

splash screens and high score tables. Using drag and drop programming, you’ll be creating exciting, professional looking games you can play and share with your friends.Camps include a Game Competition and Award Celebration on the last day.$299, 30 HoursE. Hackaday, Instructor6/10/2013-6/14/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5415A

Animals, Animals, Animals! (Grades 1-3)

In this camp, children will become animal specialists! Many components will be included in this camp that will foster the love children have for these creatures around the world. Some of these components include: guest speakers, virtual field trips, whole and small group instruction, games, and more. Children will become more inquisitive about animals and, by the end of the camp, be able to educate the rest of the campers in a creative way of their choosing. $249, 30 HoursInstructor To Be Announced6/10/2013-6/14/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5291A

Creating Your Own Web Page(Grades 6-9)

Wacky Web design teaches basic web design techniques such as hypertext markup language (HTML) and the use of cascading style sheets (CSS) to enable students to create fun and interactive web-pages to share with friends and family. Students will learn the fundamentals needed to create pages from scratch or even to edit pages created using popular free Internet hosting sites into a personalized and stylish design that reflect who they are.$299, 30 HoursE. Grooms, Instructor6/10/2013-6/14/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5413A

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JunE 10-14WEEK 2

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JunE 17-21WEEK 3

Art in the Yard (Grades 1-3)

Students will be creating projects in clay, concrete, wood, glass, metal, and/or canvas that can be used or displayed in your garden, and front or back porches. We will be using all kinds of art media and found objects to create works of art. $249, 30 HoursP. West, Instructor6/17/2013-6/21/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5243A

Adventures in Drawing (Grades 4-6)

Students will learn techniques to create realistic and fantasy drawings while exploring a variety of mediums (pencil, color pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, chalk pastel, and oil pastels). $249, 30 HoursP. Key, elementary school art teacher, Instructor6/17/2013-6/21/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5238A

LEGO Robotics Beginning (Grades 7-9)

Join this exciting challenge-based robotics program simulating competitive robots. Each student will build a robot and write programs to test out all sensors and learn the software. They will be encouraged to work in small groups to design, build, and program a robot to solve several different challenges.$299, 30 HoursF. Siddiqui, Instructor6/17/2013-6/21/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5444A

Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

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Snack Attack! (Grades 3-6)

It’s fun! It’s fast! It’s fantastic! It’s Snack Attack! Six hours a day for five days your child will learn how to prepare fun, fast, and fantastically delicious snacks. Snack Attack will place emphasis on healthy, nutritional dishes. Your child will not only learn about the best foods to eat, but they will be taught how to prepare them safely without hurting themselves or leaving a big mess. At completion, your child will receive a certificate from Summer University, naming them honorary Junior Chefs. They will also come home with their very own Betty Crocker’s Snack Attack! cookbook and self-designed apron. $299, 30 HoursE. Grooms, Instructor6/17/2013-6/21/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5301A

Fitness and Team Building (Grades 3-6)

In fitness and team building camp, children will have fun learning and exploring various ways of obtaining physical fitness along with team building activities.This camp will consist of mental/ physical activities and games which focus on cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, sportsmanship and decision making. Specific activities include yoga, Pilates,

aerobics, kick-boxing, bocce ball and their favorite P.E. activities. Campers will learn healthy eating habits, create their own games and exercise routines, work with pedometers and learn how to check and monitor their heart rate. The skills learned in this camp will encourage children to lead a healthy and active lifestyle.$249, 30 HoursE. Williams III, Instructor6/17/2013-6/21/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5476A

IMPROV for Teens! (Grades 7-12)

Improv is the art of acting without a script. Shows like WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY? have popularized the form. Now you can join in the fun! You will learn warm-ups, exercises and games that will have everybody laughing! Each day the class focuses on different aspects of improv acting... Trust & Acceptance, Environment, Emotions and Character. Instructor J. Star has over 20 years professional acting experience and runs The Basement (one of Atlanta’s most popular Improv Comedy theatres!). Your camp will be topped off with your own improv show for friends and family!$249, 30 HoursJ. Star, Instructor6/17/2013-6/21/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5318A

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JunE 17-21WEEK 3

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JunE 24-28WEEK 4

BLAST OFF with Rocket Camp (Grades 4-6)

Fly Water Rockets! Fly Engine-Powered Rockets!

Apply the concepts of physics and Newton’s laws of motion to construct and fly water rockets and engine-powered rockets.

The Rocketry and Flight Camp provides students with an in-depth study of the principles of rocketry and flight as well as hands-on experience with these

principles by constructing and launching air-rockets, water-rockets, engine-powered rockets, rubber-band airplanes, the use of flight simulation software, and guest speakers from NASA and Lockheed-Martin.Class will meet on a Saturday after the class ends to launch rockets!$249, 30 HoursE. Hazelip, Instructor6/24/2013-6/28/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5283A

Comic Book Art and Manga I (Grades 7-12)

Using the popular Japanese Comic Manga and the American comic strip as inspiration, students will create their own characters and story. Combined with basic story telling techniques and perspectives, they will create their own

four-page comic book with cover. Students will also learn to use basic tools such as rulers, triangles, eraser shields, pigma pens and comic book pages.$249, 30 HoursP. Key, elementary school art teacher, Instructor6/24/2013-6/28/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5211A

Astronomy-Adventures in Space (Grades 3-5)

Take a hands-on approach to the exploration of the constellations and the myths and mythologies of old. We’ll take a contemporary and a historical look at the stars and planets and how they’ve played a part in our lives and in our past. We’ll use fun, hands-on projects for identification and classification of the stars, planets, and constellations and take a look at the latest scientific research in

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JunE 24-28WEEK 4

(Astronomy-Adventures in Space Continued)

space such as the space station, the Hubble Space Telescope, and the recent probes to other planets.$249, 30 HoursM. McIntire, Instructor6/24/2013-6/28/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5280A

Computer Aided Design (CAD) (Grades 7-12)

CAD is a very important Engineering & Industrial tool used extensively in many applications including automotive, ship building, aerospace, electrical, industrial and architectural design, prosthesis, and many many more. Knowing how to use CAD software is an essential skill all engineering students will be

required to develop in their first year undergraduate curriculum. Learning the software will give the students an undeniable edge and advantage in their academic careers!After completing this course, students should be able to: · visualize objects and ideas · use and understand engineering drawing terminology · communicate ideas in a visual medium · create both 2D drawings and 3D CAD models

Give your child a head start!$299, 30 HoursL. Mock, computer consultant, Instructor6/24/2013-6/28/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5419A

Art Around the World (Grades 6-9)

Take a trip around the world to “visit” works of art from different countries and time periods. Using a variety of art materials and techniques, students will create their own unique works of art inspired by their “travels”! We will have a “MINI” Art Show on the last art class.$249, 30 HoursM. Kaltreider, elementary school art teacher, Instructor6/24/2013-6/28/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5007A

Inspiring Fluent Writers (Grades 4-6)

Do you find it difficult to express your thoughts in writing? Do you dread completing writing assignments? If so, this is the course for you. Learn to embellish the art of writing by using a “Writer’s Toolkit” to enhance your writing. Review the works of mentor authors and incorporate their styles and techniques into your own writings. Learn to record your thoughts and ideas with enthusiasm and confidence. By the end of the week, you will

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JunE 24-28WEEK 4

(Inspiring Fluent Writers Continued)

publish writings in several genres including narrative writing, informational writing, persuasive writing and poetry. Showcase your writing and artistic skills by composing and illustrating a picture book, a comic book, an A-B-C book, a riddle book, a poetry book or a brochure about a topic of interest to you.Write on! $249, 30 HoursB. Coleman, Instructor6/24/2013-6/28/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5152A

Fitness and Team Building (Grades 1-3)

In fitness and team building camp, children will have fun learning and exploring various ways of obtaining physical fitness along with team building activities.This camp will consist of mental/ physical activities and games which focus on cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, sportsmanship and decision making. Specific activities include yoga, Pilates, aerobics, kick-boxing, bocce ball and their favorite P.E. activities. Campers will learn healthy eating habits, create their own games and exercise routines, work with pedometers and learn how to check and monitor their heart rate. The skills learned in this camp will encourage children to lead a healthy and active lifestyle.$249, 30 HoursE. Williams III, Instructor6/24/2013-6/28/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 134JKID5475A

Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

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July 8-12WEEK 5

Comic Book Art and Manga II (Grades 7-12)

Take a more in-depth study of the comic book format. This is a continuation of Comic Book Art and Manga I. Students will be able to continue a previous story or create a new one. New coloring and inking techniques will be introduced. Students will be able to use dip pens, prismacolor pencils, watercolor sets and liquid watercolors. Prerequisite: Comic Book Art and Manga I (or approval from the instructor).$249, 30 HoursP. Key, elementary school art teacher, Instructor7/8/2013-7/12/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5222A

Creative Crafting-Handbuilding with Clay (Grades 3-6)

Pots, wall hangings, animals, aliens, and MORE! While hands are in clay, you will pinch, squeeze, and roll to make 3-dimensional clay forms. Learn the basic handbuilding clay techniques to craft treasures to keep for years. Bring your enthusiasm, imagination, and wear old clothing!$249, 30 HoursP. West, Instructor7/8/2013-7/12/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5210A

LEGO Robotics-Beginning (Grades 5-7)

Join this exciting challenge-based robotics program simulating competitive robots. Each student will build a robot and write programs to test out all sensors and learn the software. They will be encouraged to work in small groups to design, build, and program a robot to solve several different challenges.$299, 30 HoursF. Siddiqui, Instructor7/8/2013-7/12/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5441A

Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

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July 8-12WEEK 5

Stop-Motion Movie Making & Claymation (Grades 7-12)

Bring clay to life in your very own movie. If you’ve ever wanted to direct your own movies or like making up stories, then this camp is for you. You will create your own characters with clay and molding tools. Then, using cameras, animation software, and video editing software, you’ll create multi-scene movies with transitions, titles, credits, sound effects and narration. Design your own set with backgrounds and scenery.... the stories are up to your imagination.Camps include a Movie Awards Celebration on the last day.$299, 30 HoursE. Hackaday, Instructor7/8/2013-7/12/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5317A

Junior Chefs Academy! (Grades 4-6)

Get excited! Your child is about to explore a unique educational culinary experience! Young chefs will complete Summer University’s Junior Chef ’s Academy with confidence and competence in the kitchen. Students will work in a full kitchen provided by KSU’s Culinary Program. Each day, the students will practice cleanliness and preparedness as they prep and cook 2 recipes per day. Students will practice advanced measuring, mixing, cutting, cooking and baking skills as they prepare many kid-favorite dishes, from Pepperoni Pizza to 6-Cheese Lasagna. Students will also learn the importance of fresh ingredients and healthy choices, as each meal will emphasize a well-rounded healthy diet. At completion, students will receive a certificate from Summer University, naming them honorary Junior Chefs. They will also come

home with their very own Better Homes and Gardens New Junior Cookbook and a self-designed apron.$299, 30 HoursE. Grooms, Instructor7/8/2013-7/12/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5001A

Sensational Scientists (Grades 3-5)

What do you want to be when you grow up? A geologist, botanist, entomologist? Discover the world around you through hands-on activities. Make an edible sedimentary sandwich, a volcano, and many other projects while learning about rocks and minerals, plants, animals, and their habitats. $249, 30 HoursM. McIntire, Instructor7/8/2013-7/12/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5290A

Dynamite Dinosaurs(Grades 1-3)

Love dinosaurs? In this art camp we will paint dinosaurs, sculpt dinosaurs, cut dinosaurs, draw dinosaurs, print dinosaurs -everything dinosaurs! So grab your dinosaur books, put on an art shirt, and travel back to the age of dinosaurs!$249, 30 HoursM. Kaltreider, elementary school art teacher, Instructor7/8/2013-7/12/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5223A

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July 15-19WEEK 6

Art in the Yard (Grades 6-9)

Students will be creating projects in clay, concrete, wood, glass, metal, or canvas that can be used or displayed in your garden, and front or back porches. We will be using all kinds of art media and found objects to create works of art. $249, 30 HoursP. West, Instructor7/15/2013-7/19/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5244A

Comic Book Art and Manga-Manga 3 Studio (Grades 7-12)

This class is the third class of Comic Book Art / Manga and is being offered for students in grades 7-11. Comic Book Art and Manga I and/or II are prerequisites for this class. Students will bring previously created artwork into class to scan, ink and alter using a special manga artwork computer program. Students will also be encouraged to create new artwork to scan as well. Students should bring a USB drive to be able to save their creations. $299, 30 HoursP. Key, elementary school art teacher, Instructor7/15/2013-7/19/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5212A

Stop-Motion Movie Making-Brick Films (Grades 7-12)

A Brick film is an animated film that uses LEGO® characters and pieces to tell a story. If you’ve ever wanted to direct your own movies or like making up stories, then this camp is for you. Using cameras, animation software, and video editing software, you’ll create multi-scene movies with transitions, titles, credits, sound effects and narration. Design your own set with backgrounds, characters, and scenery. The stories are up to your imagination.Camps include a Movie Awards Celebration on the last day.$299, 30 HoursE. Hackaday, Instructor7/15/2013-7/19/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5316A

Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

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July 15-19WEEK 6

Computer Game Design (Grades 7-12)

If you think playing computer games is fun, think what a blast learning to program your own games will be. Your imagination is the only limit as you use software to create maze strategy, and a variety of other types of games. You’ll learn about creating sprites, objects, levels, platforms, bosses, scrolling rooms and more. We’ll teach you how to add gravity, display health, lives, score, splash screens and high score tables. Using drag and drop programming, you’ll be creating exciting, professional looking games you can play and share with your friends.Camps include a Game Competition and Award Celebration on the last day.$299, 30 HoursE. Hackaday, Instructor7/15/2013-7/19/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5415A

Improv For Kids! (Grades 3-6)

Improv is the art of Acting without a script. Shows like WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY? have popularized the form. Now you can join in the fun! You will learn warm-ups, exercises and games that will have everybody laughing! Each day the class focuses on different aspects of improv acting... Trust & Acceptance, Environment, Emotions and Character. Instructor J. Star has over 20 years professional acting experience and runs The Basement (one of Atlanta’s most popular Improv Comedy theatres!). Your camp will be topped off with your own improv show for friends and family!$249, 30 HoursJ. Star, Instructor7/15/2013-7/19/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5314A

Rocks Galore! (Grades 1-3)

In this camp, children will become mini geologists! They will learn the different aspects of rocks, conduct experiments, and do research in order to become experts. Different features of rocks will be included in this camp like collecting, physical attributes, formation, different types, and so on. By the end of this camp, the children will be able share their learning with others as if they are true mini geologists!$249, 30 HoursInstructor To Be Announced7/15/2013-7/19/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5293A

Baking for Teens (Grades 6-9)

Baking for Teens is guaranteed to leave your teen feeling full with knowledge of basic baking techniques and also some tasty food! We will be exploring how to create many different types of baked dishes from classic favorite sides and desserts such as biscuits, breads, and cookies, to delicious entrees like lasagna, quiches, pizza, and more! Many recipes will give the students opportunities to choose ingredients and customize their own dishes for a truly unique and delectable treat!$299, 30 HoursE. Grooms, Instructor7/15/2013-7/19/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5004A

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July 22-26WEEK 7

Adventures in Architecture (Grades 3-6)

This is a hands on class, students will build two and three dimensional objects based on architectural design. Students will be exposed to images in architecture-past to present-and understand how to incorporate these ideas into their projects. In previous classes we have created building facades from Ancient Egypt to modern architectural styles. We have also created bridges, cityscapes, and tree houses. Parents will be amazed at what their children create!$249, 30 HoursP. West, Instructor7/22/2013-7/26/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5206A

Artful Expressions (Grades 1-3)

Art is a delightful means of expression. Students will create original works of art that reflect who they are and how they feel. Using a variety of media, students will share themselves through painting, drawing, collage, printmaking and sculpture. On the last day, students will host a “Mini” Art Show. If you enjoy art and want to surround yourself with others who enjoy expressing themselves through art, then this is the camp for you!$249, 30 HoursM. Kaltreider, elementary school art teacher, Instructor7/22/2013-7/26/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5246A

LEGO Robotics-Intermediate (Grades 5-9)

Join this exciting challenge-based robotics program simulating competitive robots. The students will work to design, build and program several robots to work on different projects. This will be compounded with several in-class challenges to simulate thinking and development. The building and programming will be more involved and will enable the students to learn new graphical based techniques and incorporate new sensor types into their designs. Prerequisite: Lego Robotics-Beginning or approval from the instructor.$299, 30 HoursF. Siddiqui, Instructor7/22/2013-7/26/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5443A

Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.

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July 22-26WEEK 7

Cooking 101 (Grades 7-12)

What’s around the corner? College! Get ready to create delicious staple dishes on a college budget. We will practice advanced measuring, mixing, cutting, cooking, and baking techniques while preparing your favorite dishes. Students will explore a wide range of dishes from quick 30-minute meals to all-organic dishes from scratch. By the end of the course, students will take home their very own cookbook and culinary skills.$299, 30 HoursE. Rivers, Instructor7/22/2013-7/26/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5305A

Chet Austin Teen Leadership Academy(Grades 6-9)

Give your young leader an extra leg up by attending this specially designed week long academy in leadership. They will have personal instruction, learning the assets needed to become an effective leader in today’s society.This course will feature daily speakers and many team projects and collaboration exercises. The course will also be facilitated by Dean Barbara S. Calhoun.

$299, 30 HoursMultiple Instructors7/22/2013-7/26/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5500A

The World of Puppetry (Grades 3-6)

Welcome to the world of Puppetry! In this 5-day camp you will make your own puppets and bring them to life with movement and voice. Campers will make multiple puppets from Sock Puppets to Muppet-style Puppets! Instructor, J. Star, has worked with Hensen puppeteers to learn tips and techniques that he passes on to you! He has worked with puppets all of his life, but has taught puppetry and puppet building to kids and adults for the past 3 years. J.Star directs and performs in Puppet Shows of all kinds at The Basement Theatre from Improvised Puppet Shows and Puppet Slams to Puppet Musicals! Camp will end with a show put together by the campers and their newly created puppets! $249, 30 HoursJ. Star, Instructor7/22/2013-7/26/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5231A

Music Making Madness (Grades 3-5)

This course will have a focus on creating musical instruments using ordinary or inexpensive items. Each day students will learn at least one fundamental of music, learn about the instruments that we are making, the cultures they came from, as well as listening to examples of music that they are used in while making the instruments. On the last day, students will put on a performance, likely set to a track that has instrumental breaks for some opportunities for them to improvise. They will learn how to be comfortable creating music in a group and learn how to work with each other in an ensemble.$299, 30 HoursE. Grooms, Instructor7/22/2013-7/26/20135 Session(s), Daily, 9:00AM to 3:00PMCourse# 141JKID5319A

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Camp is held at KSU Center. Drop off as early as 8:30 a.m. Extended Care is available through 6 p.m. for an additional fee.