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2008 Mini-Camps: Cooking,
Chess, Math, Legos & Computer

Gateway to Engineering for Girls
Portland Wiz Kids
Have you ever wondered how something went from an idea to a reality? Well, it’s pretty safe to say that an engineer had something to do with it. In this class the focus will be on making technology, math, and science FUN while providing kids with confidence in their abilities. Daily activities will revolve around technologies that are relevant to these girls. Themes will include Theme Park Engineering, Sports Engineering, Engineering the City, Engineering in Fashion and Cosmetics, and Toy and Game Engineering. Kids will bring home one-of-a-kind projects every day!
June 23–27
9:00–12:00
Grade 3–5
Cost: $195

Camp Biz KID$
Portland Wiz Kids
Have you ever thought of starting your own business? Or have you invented something that you are sure that people would buy? Camp BizKID$ is designed to show kid-preneurs how to make, manage, and save money, while inspiring them to pursue their dreams. Throughout the week, kid-preneurs will participate in business role-playing, financial transactions, and planning activities designed to help them understand the role of money in our society. The successful entrepreneurs of tomorrow start learning today!
June 23–27
1:00–4:00
Grade 4–6
Cost: $195

Puzzles, Problems, Patterns and Possibilities
Phil Bartsch
A collection of math activities will stimulate even reluctant mathematicians as well as challenge talented mathletes. Games and puzzles students might play include The Game of 24, Soap Bubble Math, and Hexaflexagons. Students will definitely stretch their mathematical thinking and will get a painless review of skills and processes. Get your brain exercised as you solve hands-on problems and estimation.
June 23–July 3
9:00–12:00
Grade 3–5
Cost: $275

Chess Vision
Tony Hann
Chess is a beautiful game loved by kids of all ages. Chess has been shown to help improve grades and develop general problem-solving and cognitive skills in young minds. To improve at chess, certain skills are required—this is where Chess Vision can help with a comprehensive program featuring topflight professional chess instruction and competition balanced with fun. There is time for outdoor breaks in a safe and fun environment. At the start of camp all attendees will be assigned to groups based on level, experience and age. A staff member will monitor the progress of each student and give feedback to the student and parent. Chess Vision provides all materials including workbooks, T-shirts, awards, prizes and great memories. At the end of camp each student will also be given a general assessment of strengths and weaknesses and suggestions for continued improvement.
Session A: June 23–27
Session B: July 21–25
Session C: August 4–8
9:00–3:00
Grade 2–5
Cost: $245

THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Web Pages for Young Ones with Site Central
Debra Thomas
Has your child ever wanted to create his or her own website? Students will use fun, easy-to-use software to make their own web pages. In the process, they can learn about good design choices and share their work with each other. Individual projects will go home on CDs at the end of the course.
July 7–18
9:00–12:00
Grade 2–6
Cost: $325

Fun With Fondue
Tonya Griffin
Join us in the kitchen as we explore the culinary possibilities of fondue. From classic cheese fondue to more sophisticated meat and dessert fondues, we’ll be dipping our way through a week of good food! Students will learn about the history of fondue, as well as basic kitchen safety and cooking skills. Parents are welcome to join us on Friday afternoon for a three-course fondue feast prepared by the children.
July 7–11
1:00–4:00
Grades 1–3
Cost: $195

THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Lego ® Physics Family Institute
Jane Kenney-Norberg & Jimmy Springer

July 7–11
9:00–12:00
Grade 3–Adult
Cost: $175 adult, $125 child

THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Advanced Lego ® Physics Institute:
Computer Controlled Legos ®

Jane Kenney-Norberg & Jimmy Springer

July 14–18
9:00–12:00
Grade 3–Adult
Cost: $175 adult, $125 child

 

Comic Strip Creations: Class A and B
Debra Thomas
Before Superman, X-Men, and Spiderman were blockbuster Hollywood movies, there were colorful comic books. Be the next person to create an iconic super hero. Make your own comic strip on our fun computer program. Take photos around campus or bring your photos from home. Write dialog into the bubbles and you have the makings of a famous comic strip to impress your friends and family.
July 28-August 1
Class A: 9:00–12:00 Class A and B are full- call to waitlist

Class B: 1:00-4:00
Grade 1–5
Cost: $175

Tea Party Fun

Class is full- call to waitlist
Deborah Bridgnell
Sweets and treats and lots of fun. I’m having a tea party and I hope you can come! You are cordially invited to learn about the tradition of the tea party by exploring books, etiquette fun, dressing up, and of course, baking tea party treats! Each day we will explore different kinds of tea traditions, baking the different goodies to accompany them. Don’t forget to bring your finest manners!
August 4–8
1:00–4:00
Grades K–2
Cost: $195

Creative Baking
Signe Hill
Ummm, smell fresh baked bread wafting from the oven. Bake your favorite desserts and pastries including pie, cinnamon rolls, and cupcakes, along with healthier treats. While your edible creations may not last long, you will also make your own apron and get a book to store all your favorite new recipes. By the end of the week you will be ready to open your own patisserie!
August 11–15
1:00–4:00
Grades 2–4
Cost: $195


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Extended Care Program
Available from June 23–August 15, 7:30–9:00 and noon–6:00.

If your child enrolls in a morning camp and an afternoon camp, we offer a supervised lunch recess for no additional charge (children will be walked to and from camps).

Cost: $35 daily, $195 weekly.

(For more details see General Information.)