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Studies have shown that summer camps help your child develop character, learn valuable life skills, make new friends, and discover new interests. After conducting my own personal study, I have discovered that often, a few weeks into summer, the only thing that can preserve sanity for both children and parents, keep peace among siblings, and retain civility in the household is summer camp.
So, enjoy the heck out of your kids when they are home -- and plan ahead for a “breather” when you both need some space!
School-Sponsored
The Caepe School: The Summer Institute
“Secure your child’s education and success this summer” by enrolling him or her in one of the school’s Summer Institute camps. There are Preschool Camps for children ages 3 to 6 (academic themed and sports themed,) Early Elementary Camps for Kindergarten through Third Grade (Language Arts, Computer Gaming, Mathematics, Junior Camps for students in Fourth Grade through Eighth Grade (Sports Camp, Book Study – Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens, Mathematics, Language Arts,) and for students ages 5 to 14, Visual Arts Camps (themes include Oceans of the World, Art Around the World, Chinese Brush Painting, and Art to Wear.)
Days, times, and fees vary.
For more information, please call The Caepe School at 623.551.7808 or visit www.thecaepeschool.org
DVUSD ‘Sun’Sational Summer Day Camps
The Deer Valley Unified School District (DVUSD) Community Education Department will be offering ‘Sun’Sational Summer Day Camps from May 26th through August 7th, 6:30 AM to 6 PM. The fee is $25 per child per day with a three-day minimum, $40 registration fee per family, and a 10 percent discount for additional siblings. Daily and weekly attendance options are available.
DVUSD provides children in grades K-8 memorable summer enjoyment through educational, athletic, and social experiences in a safe and enriching environment. Field trips include Diamondbacks Game, Wildlife Zoo, Makutu’s Island, museums, skating, theatre, community pools, movies, and more.
All locations are authorized DES Child Care Assistance sites. ‘Sun’Sational Summer Day Camps will be offered at eight locations: Anthem School, Arrowhead Elementary, Desert Mountain, Mountain Shadows, Paseo Hills, Stetson Hills, Sunrise Elementary, and Terramar School.
For more information, please visit the DVUSD website: www.dvusd.org Or call 623.445.5000
DVUSD Music Rocks! Summer Day Camps
The Deer Valley Unified School District (DVUSD) Community Education Department will be offering Music Rocks! Summer Day Camps from June 8th to 19th, 8 to 11 AM. The fee is $200 per child and runs for two consecutive weeks at Sandra Day O’Connor High School (25250 N. 35th Ave. Phoenix.)
Students in grades 4 through 9 are invited on this musical adventure. The camp offers two different opportunities to expand students’ instrument or choral skills, both leading up to a summer evening concert performance for family and friends.
- Experienced?
Students interested in Music Rocks! Instrumental program must have at least one year of instruction and experience using their chosen instrument. Instruments will not be provided.
- Just starting?
The camp will feature a unique beginning band experience with students receiving the chance to learn about all instruments before making an instrumental choice during camp (rental fees may apply).
For more information, visit www.dvusd.org/communityed or contact Community Education at 623.445.5019.
DVUSD Science Rocks! Summer Day Camps
In partnership with Honeywell Hometown Solutions the DVUSD Community Education Department will offer ScienceRocks! From June 8th to 26th, 8:30 AM to 3 PM. The fee is $200 per camp and a $25 discount for additional sign ups.
Science Rocks! Features week long specialty programs in Environmental Science, Robotics, Medial Science, and Aerospace Science for children in Grades 5-9. Each five-day camp, targeted to a specific grade level, is filled with hands-on experiments, discovery, and field trip opportunities that will engage, enhance, and reinforce a child’s learning.
Children will have the opportunity to explore the diversity of wildlife and habitats unique to Arizona, design and build robots with the goal of programming them to perform basic tasks and functions, explore basic cell biology and the role of DNA, and design, build, and launch liquid fuel and solid fuel rockets.
For more information visit www.dvusd.org/communityed or contact Community Education at 623.445.5019.
Fellowship Child Development Center: Summer Program
Fellowship Child Development Center will be running week-long themed camps from May 26th through July 2nd. Sign up for one, or all of them!
Themes include “Cool Kids in the Kitchen” (Children learn how to cook some all-time favorite dishes. After “heating things up” in the kitchen, they will cool down with snowcones. Field trip will be to Domino’s Pizza,) “Summer Olympics” (Focus on new Olympic trial events such as pie eating and obstacle courses, classroom competition, and a field trip on Tumblebus,) “Get Buggin” (Focus on creepy crawly critters who will visit the room,) “Wet and Wild” (Focus on enjoying water – an inflatable waterslide will be set up,) “Slimy Science Sensations (Children will be executing science experiments like real scientists. Field trip will be Mad Science,) “Stars & Stripes” (Campers will make a flag, firecrackers, and Yankee Doodle hats!)
Fees and times for camps vary. Field trips may include an additional fee.
For more information or to register, please call FCDC at 623.551.1144 or visit www.fcanthem.com.
Performing Arts
On the Town Theatre: Disney’s High School Musical Jr.
On The Towne Community Theatre is excited to announce their Summer 2009 program will be the much-anticipated Disney’s High School Musical Jr!
To prepare the child, and to provide the best possible show, there will be two identical summer camps offered in which campers will learn the show songs and dances. Child must complete either Camp 1 or Camp 2, and then are expected to be part of the production.
Summer Camps for ages 7 through 14.
- Camp #1: Song & Dance rehearsal for Disney’s High School Musical Jr. June 1st through 12th, 1:30 to 5:30 weekdays, at Kid’s Play, #345 in the Outlets at Anthem. Enrollment is $200 for this no-cut program and is limited to the first 25 to register.
- Camp #2: Song & Dance rehearsal for Disney’s High School Musical Jr. June 29th through July 10th, 1:30 to 5:30 weekdays, at Kid’s Play, #345 in the Outlets at Anthem. Enrollment is $200 for this no-cut program and is limited to the first 25 to register.
Disney’s High School Musical Jr. Production: Rehearsal will be July 21st through Aug. 20th, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Tues, Wed. & Thurs, at #345, Kid’s Play, at the Outlets at Anthem. Performance dates are 8/21, 22, 28, 29 at BCHS Main Stage. Families will be encouraged to join the fun by helping make simple sets and costumes. Child must complete either Camp 1 or Camp 2 to be part of this production.
Contact Betty at 623-594-3832, email OnTheTowne@cox.net, or visit www.OnTheTowneTheatre.org
Musical Theatre of Anthem: Summer Performing Arts Institute
Musical Theatre of Anthem’s Summer Performing Arts Institute is a two-week intensive program for performers ages 6-20. Students will learn vocal technique, basics of dance, musical theatre-style dance, tap, acting, improv, interpretation of songs, advanced audition techniques, and stage presence as well as get the opportunity to showcase their talents during a free, live performance.
The workshop will feature numbers from MTA’s second season, including Beauty and the Beast Jr., Little Women, Into the Woods, and The Wizard of Oz. The Institute will be on July 13th to 24th from 9:30 to 3 PM Monday through Friday with a half-hour lunch break. There will be a free performance on Friday, July 24th. The first non-refundable payment of $200 is due upon registration and the second payment of $190 is due on the first day of classes. There is a ten percent sibling discount available. The performing Arts Institute will be held at the Caepe School in Anthem.
To register, logon to www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org
Arizona Dance Artistry: Summer Dance Workshops
The Summer Dance Workshops:
- Ballet and Pointe-intensive
- Beginning, intermediate, or advanced levels, ages 6 to 17 years.
- Full day, half-day, or afternoon programs available.
- Dance and Culture Intensive focusing on Jazz, Lyrical, Dance History, Musical Theatre, and more, ages 6 to 16 years.
- Cheerleading Prep Retreat ages 11-14 years.
- Boys Only Hip Hop and Fitness Camp ages 8 to 13 years.
- Recreational Afternoon or Weekend Classes, ages 3 to Adult.
Multi student discounts, early dropoff available.
Discounts for ImagesaAZ readers: Register by April 30th, 10 percent off summer total!
For more information, contact: Arizona Dance Artistry, Samantha Scotto, 602.314.8033; www.azdastudio.com
Starlight Community Youth Theatre Summer Camps
Camp Rising Star
Students will learn techniques in acting, vocalization, and dance.
June 15th to 26th, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 12 PM, with final showcase at Boulder Creek High School
Ages 6 to 14
Outlets at Anthem, Suite 315
Cost: $249 with a 20 percent sibling discount.
Online registration is available at www.dvusd.org/communityed
For further information, call 623.445.5018 or visit www.starlightcommunitytheater.org
Beauty and the Beast Jr.
June 29th to July 17th, with final performances at Boulder Creek High School Main Stage, July 17th, 18th, and 19th.
Ages 6 to 18
Directed by Kirk Douglas
Rehearsals held at Outlets at Anthem, Suite 315
Cost: $299 with a 20 percent sibling discount.
Online registration is available at www.dvusd.org/communityed
For further information, call 623.445.5018 or visit www.starlightcommunitytheater.org
Sports and Fitness
Boulder Creek Basketball Summer Camps
There are two camps being offered for b’ballers at Boulder Creek: BCHS Basketball Camp (two weeks from June 15-25) and Shooting/Ball-handling (July 20-23,) both Monday through Thursday. There are options for students in Grades 3 through 8, and discounts for signing up for both camps. Times and fees vary.
Players are responsible for wearing basketball shoes with athletic socks, athletic shorts, and t-shirt. Each player will receive a free t-shirt for attending camp. Activities will focus on fundamental and skill development along with three-on-three games, contests, and mental preparation to be a successful basketball player.
For more information, or to register, please call Coach Randy Walker at 602.321.7847. |
