Summer Enrichment Classes & Camps

Public Speaking

This course covers many techniques to improve and excel in public speaking. Topics will include speech introductions, how to prepare an ice breaker speech, organizing speaking points, powerful speech opening, and closings. In addition, topics related to handling and conquering fear, body language, and breathing techniques for improving confidence and vocal quality are covered.

Ages: 12-17
Instructor: Shalini Rajamani
Date: 7/16
Day: Saturday
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $100

Writing Skills

This class helps students develop good writing and critical thinking skills. Good mechanics and effective word usage, sentence and paragraph structure are emphasized. Topics to be covered include: expository, persuasive, and narrative writing.

Ages: 9-12
Instructor: Anne Kistrup
Date: 7/11-7/15
Day: Mon-Fri
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $200

Economics

This crash course explains basic concepts of Micro and Macro Economics. Topics give exposure to investigating the economy from the perspectives of individual players in the market, Demand, and Supply, Marginal Analysis, Profit maximization, and also how all players in the market participate in the economic arena.

Ages: 12-17
Instructor: Shalini Rajamani
Date: 7/23
Day: Saturday
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $100

Writing Workshop

This class encourages writing as an art form in ways that are fun, yet engaging and effective in keeping with current research in the field of writing studies. All you need to bring is your imagination, and we provide the rest.

Ages: 9-12
Instructor: Anne Kistrup
 

Date: 7/18-7/29
Day: Mon-Fri
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $275

Date: 8/8-8/19
Day: Mon-Fri
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $275

Jewelry Design

In this class, students learn how to create unique one of a kind jewelry pieces using, pliers, crimpers, wire, and novelty findings. They make bracelets, earrings and necklaces for themselves friends and family. No stringing allowed! Students learn basic principles of design and how to balance appropriate beads for unique beautiful pieces of jewelry. All materials are supplied. Please bring a peanut free snack and a drink.

Ages: 8-12
Instructor: So You
Date: 7/25-7/29
Day: Mon-Fri
Time: 1-4pm
Cost: $225

Learn to Sew

In this class students learn how to sew using a commercial sewing pattern. Students begin by sewing a pair of pull on pajama shorts, followed by a flirty summer skirt and complete this fun filled class by sewing a tote bag! All materials are included in the fee. Students use full size sewing machines.

Ages: 8-12
Instructor: So You
Date: 7/25-7/29
Day: Mon-Fri
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $225

Artist Passports

Campers will embark on an around-the-world cultural adventure. We will explore far-off places and learn about the people who live there, from the Americas to Polynesia, from the cosmopolitan to the countryside.

Children will experiment with unique Crayola® products, while trying art techniques developed by local artists and artisans. Campers will create Chinese Rattle Drums, Polynesian Masks, Pakistani buses, Aboriginal Dot Art and more!  Children will bring their unique creations home and build a globally-inspired art gallery. This camp is good for all ages as each child creates their own individual project.

Ages: 6-12
Instructor: Young Rembrandts
Date: 7/25-7/29
Day: Mon-Fri
Time: 1-4pm
Cost: $335

Money and Banking

This course covers practical concepts of Money and Banking in the economy. Topics include knowledge of how banking works, different account types, Good Debt/Bad Debt, Credit Scores and Reports, Credit and Debit cards, Writing Checks, ATM’s, Money Transfers, Mortgage, Retirement, Savings, and Investments. These concepts will be incorporated in a simulated game in their last session as participants get a thorough understanding of the Banking Industry.

Ages: 12-17
Instructor: Shalini Rajamani
Date: 7/30
Day: Saturday
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $145

Young Authors

This fun workshop is a must for future authors. Students will study various children's book authors. They will learn how to write an interesting picture book.

Ages: 9-12
Instructor: Anne Kistrup
Date: 8/1-8/5
Day: Mon-Fri
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $200

Intro to Business and Entrepreneurship

This boot camp will introduce you to various business terminologies, concepts, and entrepreneurship. Topics include concepts of Marketing, Economics, Management, Accounting, and Finance. The course involves the application of concepts through research assignments that simulate today’s workplace.

Ages: 12-17
Instructor: Shalini Rajamani
Date: 8/6
Day: Saturday
Time: 9am-12pm
Cost: $100

Yoga

Yoga benefits the mind, body, and spirit! In addition to the physical benefits of improving flexibility, muscle strength, and perfecting posture, yoga is also known to sharpen concentration, reduce stress, anxiety, and improve self-esteem. Sessions will include learning physical postures and Pranayama’s (Breathing exercise) for both physical and mental conditioning. Participants will be able to improve their confidence, presentation skills as they will be given a chance to present poses to the group in their last session. Come learn to breathe better with us.

Ages: 7-11
Instructor: Shalini Rajamani
Date: 8/13
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Cost: $100