Academics
For Grades K–Adult
Literature, Foreign Languages & History
Readers Theater, Funny Fairy Tales & Folk Tales
Juidi Alongi
Hey kids, let’s put on a show! Unlike traditional theater, the emphasis in Readers Theater is on oral reading and expression. Read scripts based on traditional fairy tales and folk tales, and maybe even write our own! Cooperation is the key to having a great time and putting on a fantastic performance. Construct your own sets and props. A prerequisite to the class is the ability to read at mid-first grade level.
June 22–26 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 2–5 • Cost: $175
Adventure Into Literature: Caldecott Series
Mary Barthelemy
Explore the very best in children’s literature as we journey through Caldecott Award-winning books. Each day we will work on a book, starting with the classics from 1939 and ending with award-winning books from 2008. Books will come alive through drama, art, and cooking projects designed as extensions of each story. Young minds will become excited about classic and contemporary children’s literature.
July 13–24 • 9:00–12:00 Grades K–2 • Cost: $325
Interactive Spanish Mini-Course
Kelola McCrary
What do meringue moves, homemade empanadas, and hand-painted cerámica have in common? Well, of course, they are all part of our Spanish summer camp! Play games in Spanish, take a cybertour around the Spanish speaking world (sampling a few recipes along the way), create original crafts that come from the Latin American folk art tradition, do some lively dancing to different styles of música, and pick up some great vocabulary. Embark on a grand “Búsqueda del Tesoro” (Treasure Hunt) around campus, using all of the vocabulary from the week—and enjoy a well-earned fiesta on our final day!
June 29-July 2 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 4–5 • Cost: $160
Introduction to Latin and Ancient Rome
Teresa Shelby
Learn about the Latin language and Roman history and culture. Hands-on activities related to life in Roman times will be interspersed with learning some simple conversational Latin, as well as some Latin vocabulary with emphasis on Latin phrases and word roots that survive in the English language. This is a great way to build vocabulary and word comprehension, and you get to wear a toga you create!
July 20–24 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 5–7 • Cost: $175
Digging Into Literature
Debby Schauffler
Sometimes we read “just for fun,” and sometimes we want to dig deeper and discover what’s beneath the surface of a great story. What makes a story work? How does a writer make you laugh, cry, or think about something you never thought about before? Read compelling and challenging short stories, and practice the skills of analysis, identifying themes, and formulating a thesis. Polish your grammar and mechanics as you work to express your ideas with clarity and credibility. Discover the pleasures of reading beneath the surface, and become a more confident, knowledgeable reader and writer.
July 6–10 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 9–12 • Cost: $175
Math, Finance, & Chess
Puzzles, Problems, Patterns and Possibilities
Phil Bartsch
Engaging math activities will stimulate even reluctant mathematicians as well as challenge talented mathletes. We’ll play games and puzzles such as Sieve of Eratosthenes and One Dollar Words. Constructing Tetrahedrons, Soma Cubes and Moebius strips will increase your mathematical thinking. Stretch your thinking abilities and get a painless review of skills and processes. Exercise your brain as you solve hands-on problems and estimation.
June 22–July 2 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 2–3 • Cost: $275
Amazing Math Games
Phil Bartsch
This class is an extension of “Puzzles, Problems, Patterns and Possibilities” for older children. Activities will stimulate thinking in geometry, algebra, probability, and measurement. Games and puzzles played include The Game of 24, Soap Bubble Math, and others. Constructing Hexaflexagons gives students a visual image of math in a meaningful context.
June 22–July 2 • 1:00–4:00 Grades 4–5 • Cost: $275
The Art of Problem Solving
Ann von Ofenheim
Do you find yourself cringing when faced with story problems? Has anyone showed you just how fun math can be? Students in this workshop will develop enthusiasm and love for math. Problem-solving strategies and math intuition will be covered, helping to dispel the fear of word problems. Math Olympiads and games will enhance learning and interest.
July 6–10 • 1:00–3:00 Grades 4–6 • Cost: $145
Chess Vision
Tony Hann
Chess is a beautiful game loved by kids of all ages. Chess has been shown to improve grades and develop general problem-solving and cognitive skills in young minds. Attend this comprehensive program featuring top-flight professional chess instruction and competition balanced with fun. At the start of camp all attendees will be assigned to groups based on level, experience, and age. Feedback will be given to students, as well as to parents. All materials including workbooks, T-shirts, awards, and prizes are included in the price. At the end of camp, students will be given a general assessment of strengths and weaknesses and suggestions for continued improvement.
Session A: July 13–17
Session B: August 10–14
9:00–3:00 Grades 1–8• Cost: $200
Math Booster
Veena Iyengar
Come practice your math skills through this fun, hands-on class using puzzles and brainteasers. Focus will be on the standard methods of computation, specifically long multiplication, long division, decimals, and fractions. This class is intended to prepare students in these basic skills and to build confidence. August 10–14 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 5–6 • Cost: $175
Geometry
Gabe Edge, Bettina Gregg
This course covers a full year of geometry. Students will cover coordinate geometry, angles, geometry of measure, and much more. The course also includes sections on trigonometry, logic, and the theory of proof. Algebra I skills are a necessity. Students should expect a couple of hours of homework a day and students must get a recommendation from their current math teacher. The textbook is not included in the price.
June 22–July 31 (no class July 3) 9:00–12:30 Grades 9–12 • Cost: $795
Financial Independence
Kathy Layendecker
The purpose of this class is to provide the tools to achieve financial independence. Students will be presented with a “real-life” simulation that focuses on the principles of establishing financial goals, balancing a budget, and making spending tradeoffs. In addition, the students will be introduced to different saving and investment options, and evaluating whether, when and how to borrow. This course equips students with the foundation to make sound financial decisions.
August 10–14 • 9:30–11:30 Grades 8–12 • Cost: $125
PSAT/SAT Prep/Study Skills/Drivers Ed
SAT/PSAT/SAT 2 Preparation & Study Skills
Douglas Bloch
This comprehensive course will teach students the critical reading, math and writing skills that are needed to attain high scores on the PSAT and the SAT. Students will gain hands-on experience through taking actual SATs and will learn effective score-enhancing strategies that are specific to the SAT. In addition, we will cover the psychology of test-taking as well as proven methods for overcoming test anxiety. All materials will be provided, including The Official SAT Study Guide, published by the College Board.
Douglas Bloch is a teacher, author, and counselor. He obtained his B.A. in Math and Psychology from New York University and his M.A. in Counseling from the University of Oregon. He is the author of twelve books on personal development, including The Power of Positive Talk: Words to Help Every Child Succeed.
For the past twelve years, Douglas has been tutoring young people in the Portland and Beaverton public schools, as well as in many of the area's private schools including LaSalle, Central Catholic, Oregon Episcopal School, Jesuit, Catlin Gable, Portland Jewish Academy, and the Portland Waldorf School.
July 13–15 • 9:00–3:30 Grades 10–12 Cost: $275
Drivers Education
Oregon Driver Education Center
ODOT approved and certified by the state of Oregon, this fast-paced class will get you behind the wheel. Thirty hours of classroom instruction need to be completed. At least 12 hours of road time with a certified instructor will be scheduled with each student. Lessons need to begin prior to the end of class. Makeups allowed for missed classes, with no additional charge. This class qualifies for insurance discounts (if offered through your company). If a student already has an Oregon driver license, has turned 18, or is from out-of-state, an additional fee of $210 will be charged. Research has shown students have a 30% drop in accidents after completing a drivers education course. Keep your student safe!
July 27–August 14 • 1:00–3:00 Age 15–Adult • Cost: $425
Science
Crime Scene Detective Squad
Kiah Johnson Mounsey
A crime has been committed on the OES campus. Everyone is a suspect. Faculty and the local police force have exhausted every resource to solve the mystery. Still, the case remains unsolved. It’s time to call in the crime-solving experts of the Crime Scene Detective Squad! As a member of this illustrious team, you will use logic, dirt and fiber analysis, chromatography, fingerprinting, coding and other CSI techniques to crack the case and help bring the perpetrator(s) of this heinous crime to justice. Expect fun, thrills and lots of learning.
Session A: July 13–17 • 9:00–12:00
Session B: July 13–17 • 1:00–4:00
Grades 3–5 • Cost: $175
Garden Detectives
Tonya Griffin
Calling all Green Thumbs! Explore the world of seeds, plants, and creepy crawlies during this introduction to vegetable gardening. Use your powers of observation as we work garden beds, dissect seeds, prepare potting soils, plant seedlings, and harvest worm castings to fertilize our new plants. Learn more about where your food comes from as we sample the season’s flavorful harvest during garden visits. Bring a keen eye and some old clothes to this fun-filled week in the garden. Includes off-campus field trip!
July 13–17 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 1–3 • Cost: $175
Technology & Engineering
Animation
Gina Alongi
Bug’s Life, Wall-E, Kung Fu Panda … how do these movies come to life? This class provides an overview of basic animation techniques including an introduction of media: drawn, stop-motion and computer. Learn to make thaumatropes, zoetropes, and flipbooks. Storytelling (storyboards) and basic drawing elements (dot, line, etc.) will be integrated. View and discuss animation examples (such as classic Disney shorts). Make you own personal films using cameras and/or computers.
July 6–17 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 2–5 • Cost: $295
Construction Zone
Doug Whitmore
Grab your hard hats! It’s time to design and build a condominium complex. Learn about series and parallel circuits as you wire your house. Plumbing comes next. We want it to be cool, so you must install air conditioning. In the final days students will work on interior and exterior features, as well as decorating. Each student will get to take home their own condominium townhouse.
July 6–17 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 3–5 • Cost: $310
Digital Filmmaking
David Gomes
Lights, Camera, Action! Learn the basics of planning, shooting, and editing digital video using DV cameras, iMovie, and iDVD. Students create their own commercial, short documentary, and scary film, as well as a final project of their own choosing. Students will work in production groups and will get a chance to act as well as direct. Final projects will be taken home on a CD.
July 13–24 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 6–Adult • Cost: $390
3D Modeling & Animation
David Gomes
Learn how to create the dazzling effects of Hollywood movies. We will be working with Maya, which is a very exciting modeling and animation application. Maya has been used to create special effects and animations in movies such as Transformers and Pirates of the Caribbean. Students will work individually to create original projects, which they will present to the rest of the class and take home on CD.
July 13–24 • 1:00–4:00 Grades 6–Adult • Cost: $390
Computer Music Programming
Peter Musselman
From simple tunes to rock band, learn the art of making music with a computer. Turn any computer into a drum machine, synthesizer, and sampler using the QWERTY keyboard, mouse, and game controllers for live electronic music performance. In this class you will learn how to design and program your own computer music instrument and sculpt original sounds using free open source software for Macintosh or PC computers. This class is an introduction to PureData, a graphic programming language that makes it easy to start creating new music right away, with unlimited possibilities. Bring your own laptop or use one of the computers in the computer lab. Students can bring an optional USB-compatible joystick.
July 20–31 • 1:00–4:00 Grades 6–Adult • Cost: $390
Digital Photography
Jeff Yonover
Progress from snapshots to taking professional photographs under the tutelage of a world-renowned wildlife photographer. Gain a working understanding of basic automatic and manual camera functions (both digital and film), creative use of available light, and exposure adjustments. Create your own portfolio of landscape, abstract, and portrait images. Transfer images from the camera to the computer, edit for quality, and creatively manipulate “keeper” images in the digital darkroom. All students will take home enlarged prints and a portfolio to display their work. See Jeff’s work at www.jeffyonover.com.
August 3–7 • 1:00–4:00 Grades 6–Adult • Cost: $195
Writing & Grammar
Inspired Writing
Jill Rosenthal
What do rocks, dinosaurs, and flowers have in common? They are all the subject matter in the non-fiction books that we will read as inspiration for our writing. Create your own non-fiction story, using your favorite subject. Daily writing time, reading books, and creative activities to enhance your pages will be our agenda. Leave camp with your own non-fiction masterpiece.
June 22–26 • 1:00–4:00 Grades 2–3 • Cost: $175
Creative Writing Skill Development
Debby Schauffler & Robin Schauffler
Polish your writing skills in a class modeled on college creative writing workshops. Study inspiring selections from great writers, experiment with your own prose, add to your vocabulary, and polish your grammar and mechanics for richer, more compelling writing. Learn how to give useful critiques and use feedback from fellow writers to strengthen your own voice. Practice putting your experiences and observations to work for you in your writing. Come prepared to gain confidence and enrich your writing skills. Students can take one or both sessions.
Session A: June 22–26 • 9:00–12:00 (Debby Schauffler) Grades 9-12
Session B: July 6–10 • 1:00–4:00 (Robin Schauffler) Grades 8-11
Grades 8 –12 • Cost: $175
Grammar Toolbox: Punctuation Focus
Laura Strudwick
Why do we use punctuation? When do we use it and where does it go? What are the rules? Learn to use punctuation with ease and sophistication. We cover quotation marks and semicolons, but we give the most emphasis to comma usage. We also cover structures such as independent and dependent clauses, appositives, and prepositional phrases. Memorize and apply the material through games, kinesthetic movement, creative writing, and artistic projects. Students receive a comprehensive writing resource book as part of the course fee.
Session A: June 22–26 • 1:00–4:00
Session B: July 13–17 • 1:00–4:00 - Full
Grades 6–9 • Cost: $200 (includes book)
Grammar Toolbox: Parts of Speech Focus
Laura Strudwick
Add a deeper knowledge of six of the eight parts of speech to your Grammar Toolbox. Understand the underlying structure of language, thereby improving your command of English and ability to communicate in written form. Learn or review these parts of speech: nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, conjunctions, and prepositions. We will also cover simple and complex sentence structures. This class can be used as a jump start for sixth and seventh grade language skills classes, or as a reinforcement and review taken after those classes. Students will receive a comprehensive writing resource book as part of the course fee.
Session A: June 22–26 • 9:00–12:00 - Full
Session B: July 13–17 • 9:00–12:00 - Full
Grades 6–9 • Cost: $200 (includes book), Cost: $175 if enrolled in Grammar Toolbox, Punctuation Focus
Writing Workshop A and B
Robin and Debby Schauffler
Every great comic book, TV show, and movie starts with a great storyteller. Learn how to improve your writing skills, both in essays and creative writing. We will work on sentence structure, prewriting and outlining, and creating a final project that engages your readers. Vocabulary building and short story reading will also build your language skills and teach you more words to get your point across. Come prepared to gain confidence and enrich your writing skills.
June 29–July 10 • 10:00–12:00 (No class July 3) Grades 6–9 • Cost: $195
A: Grades 6-7
B: Grades 8-9
Revision for Success in Writing
Robin Schauffler
Even the most beautiful homes will crumble if they have weak foundations. Writing is no different Practice composing short written pieces every day, then review grammar, examine sentence structure, enrich your vocabulary, learn new writing tricks, and revise, revise, revise! Your writing will grow in depth and clarity, and you’ll discover multiple ways to get your ideas across. What’s more, the revision process can be fun and rewarding! You will enjoy seeing your writing improve. As the saying goes, “There are no great writers. There are great rewriters.”
July 13–17 • 9:00–12:00 Grades 9–12 • Cost: $175
Poetry
Debby Schauffler
The ancient Greeks considered poets “athletes of the mind.” Strengthen your word skills in this intensive one-week course. We will explore different genres of poetry, learn poetic terms and forms, and write our own poems. We will learn to approach the analysis of literature with an open, inventive, critical mind; we will improve communication and vocabulary; and we will practice the clear expression of ideas. Writing workshop techniques, peer editing, and writing prompts will help us develop our distinct voices in the writing and revision of poems.
July 13–17 • 1:00–4:00 Grades 9–12 • Cost: $175
Exploring Great Writing—Yours!
Beth Hahn
Do you love to write stories? This class is designed for students who want to share their passion for writing with other writers, improve their story writing skills, and have fun doing it! Writing activities will focus on plot and character as you work with your favorite types of fiction. Learn the basics of a good plot and how to use your character's motivation to develop your plot. Discover how your favorite authors make their stories come to life. By the end of the class, you'll have experienced a variety of writing activities focusing on plot and character development.
Session A: July 20–24 • 10:00–12:00 Grades 6–7 • Cost: $120
Liz Harlan-Ferlo
Take your place among famous authors by honing your skills at writing poetry, short stories, and plays. In this class, you’ll do lots of different kinds of writing, and you’ll read some great writers as well. You’ll learn how to give and receive good suggestions to identify what makes our own writing great. By the end of the class, you’ll have a portfolio of your creative writing. We’ll even talk about where and how to publish it!
Session B: July 20–24 • 1:00–3:00 Grades 4–5 • Cost: $120 - Full
Writing for Success
Beth Hahn
Brush up on your essay writing skills, with special emphasize on learning to express and organize your ideas more effectively. Focus on the areas of essay writing you most want to improve, whether it’s introductions, conclusions, or transitions between paragraphs. Choose the topic and type of essay you’d like to write in class, and learn skills you can apply to all types of essay writing. Bring a topic you’d like to write about, or develop one from class brainstorming the first day. Take home an essay you are proud of!
July 27–31 • 10:00–12:00 Grades 8–12 • Cost: $120
