K-1 K-1 K-2
(Lux)
K-1 K-1
JULY 9–13
Adventures Through Time Beyond Building Blocks
806 808
838
Supervised Activities Bring your own sack lunch
Engineering Day Camp
K-1 K-1
Party with the Penguins Piano Playground NEW! Adventures Through Time Eye on the Sky: Weather Watchers Cupcake Decorating Wars Animal Art and Nature Drawing NEW! Chess: Capture the King! Pokemon Art: Gotta Draw ‘em All Edible Science Coding with Scratch: Video Game Madness NEW! Makit Messy: Slime & Splatter NEW! New Heights: Rock Climbing Robotics: LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 (Levels 1 & 2) America’s Girls Adventures Through History iDrum to iTunes® Spy Academy
Robotics: LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Day Camp (Levels 2 & 3)
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Incredible & Edible Super Science! Super Stars! Wonderful World of Wild Krats NEW! LEGO® WeDo Robotics Wet, Wild and Wacky Science NEW! Adventures in Fairyland Cupcake Decorating Wars Hidden in Plain Sight! NEW! We All Scream for Ice Cream! Hogwarts: Potions and Magical Creatures Robotics: LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 (Levels 1 & 2) Funky Furniture Guitar Discovery World Music Drumming NEW!
606 K-1 608 K-1 610 K-2 612 1-2 614 1-2 616 1-3 618 2-3 620 2-3 622 3-4 624 3-5 626 3-5 628 4-6 630 4-8 632 6-8
810 K-1 Magnificent Matter: Solids, Liquids and Gases 802 K-2 Art and Magic of FROZEN 804 K-2 Book and Cook 812 1-2 Rainforest Adventure: Under the Canopy 814 1-2 Reptiles Rock! 816 2-4 Fairytale Singers NEW! 818 3-5* Aim for the Target 820 3-5 It’s All Greek To Me: Olympus Adventures 822 3-5* Makit Messy: Slime & Splatter NEW! 824 3-6 Jewelry Design Academy 826 3-6* Pedal Power 830 4-6* Paddle Sports: Hit the Water NEW! 834 4-6 Sew, SO Easy 832 4-7 Robotics: LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 (Levels 2 & 3) 828 4-8 Guitar Discovery 836 5-7 Can’t Stop Coding
Broadway Bound Clay Expressions Extreme Dissecting Outdoor Adventures Pokemon Art: Gotta Draw ‘em All Robotics: LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 (Levels 1 & 2) Sew Fun! International Woodworking Exploration NEW!
402 6-8* 404 6-8* 406 6-8* 408 6-8* 410 6-8* 412 6-8* 414 6-8* 416 6-8*
Middle School International Experience 9 AM–12 PM
316 4-7
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Full-Day Camp 9 AM–4 PM
108 K-2 110 K-2* 112 1-2 114 2-3 116 2-3 118 2-4 120 2-4 122 2-4 124 3-5 126 3-5 128 3-5* 130 3-5* 132 3-5 134 3-6 136 4-6 138 4-5
Plant Yourself in the Garden French Cooking and More NEW! Maker Week NEW! Makit Messy: Slime & Splatter NEW! Nanotechnology & the 21st Century New Heights: Rock Climbing Retail Reality NEW!
Fluffy Friends NEW! Safari Adventures Super Science! Super Stars! Happy Campers NEW! Mindbuggling Insects Diggin’ Up Dinos LEGO® WeDo Robotics Exploring Natural Disasters NEW! Imagination Illustration Rocket Quest NEW! Hogwarts: Wizarding Treats & Ancient Runes Lost in Wonder NEW! Funky Furniture
904 K-1 902 K-2 906 K-2 908 1-2 910 2-3 912 2-3 916 2-3 914 2-4 918 3-4 920 3-4 922 4-6 924 4-6 926 4-6 928 6-8
Ocean Discovery Art and Magic of FROZEN Color Your World Build Like an Engineer LEGO® WeDo Robotics More Marvelous Matter Rainforest Adventure: Under the Canopy Radical Roadtrip NEW! Reptiles Rule! NEW! You Can Be a Veterinarian Adventure to Whangdoodle Land NEW! Rocket Blast Sew, SO Easy Genetic Engineering
Half-Day Classes 1 PM–4 PM
702 K-1 704 K-1 706 K-1 708 K-2 710 K-2 712 1-2 714 1-2 716 2-4 718 2-4 720 2-4 722 3-5 724 3-5 726 4-6
Half-Day Classes 1 PM–4 PM
Add lunch care between your morning and afternoon classes to create a full day of fun!
Pick 2 half-day classes and make it a day!
Robotics: LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 (Levels 1 & 2) Clay Craziness Digital Photography: Take Your Best Shot Take the Mic (Girls Only)
Half-Day Classes 1 PM–4 PM
2-4* 6-8* 6-8* 6-8* 6-8* 6-8* 6-8*
508 3-5* 502 4-5* 504 4-6* 506 6-8*
302 304 306 308 310 312 314
Half-Day Classes 9 AM–12 PM
Dr. Seuss is Loose Party with the Penguins LEGO® WeDo Robotics Super Space Adventures Beyond Turtle Tracks NEW! Be a Star! Pioneering with Laura Ingalls Wilder Pokemon Art: Gotta Draw ‘em All Amazing Race Challenges Animal and Nature Drawing NEW! Robotics: LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 (Levels 1 & 2) Use the Force: The Physics of Motion America’s Girls Adventures Through History Artsonomical! Disgusting Science Experiments
Half-Day Classes 1 PM–4 PM
202 K-1 204 K-2 206 1-2 208 1-2 210 2-3 212 2-4 214 2-4 216 2-4 218 3-5 220 3-5 222 3-5 224 3-5 226 3-6 228 4-6 230 4-6
* Denotes camps/classes held at a community site. Health support is not available at community sites.
Bubble Festival Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive You Silly!
Half-Day Classes 9 AM–12 PM
6-8*
Full-Day Camps 9 AM–4 PM
7:30 AM–9 AM 12 PM–1 PM
(Holmes)
Half-Day Classes 9 AM–12 PM
Hogwarts Day Camp
Full-Day Camp 9 AM–4 PM
3-6*
Before Care & Lunch Care
602 604
(Holmes)
Supervised Activities Bring your own sack lunch
Before Care & Lunch Care
JUNE 25–29
Bring your own sack lunch
Lunch Care
JUNE 18–22
JUNE 11–15
Dr. Seuss is Loose Turtle Tracks Over the Rainbow to Oz
Half-Day Classes 9 AM–12 PM
Science of Superheroes Day Camp
7:30 AM–9 AM 12 PM–1 PM
634
(Holmes)
Supervised Activities Bring your own sack lunch
Full-Day Camp 9 AM–4 PM
3-5*
12 PM–1 PM
102 104 106
140
7:30 AM–9 AM 12 PM–1 PM
Before Care & Lunch Care
JUNE 4–8
Check BrightLights.org for the latest class availability.
2018 CAMPS & CLASSES
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Scholarships are available. Visit BrightLights.org for details.
Registration Begins March 24
2018
MAIN PROGRAM SITE: Holmes Elementary | 5230 Sumner Street
Lincoln, NE 68506-7160
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 182 LINCOLN, NE
Bright Lights is a non-profit organization that takes learning beyond the classroom by providing youth with unique, motivating hands-on learning opportunities. For students who have completed K–8th grade. By expanding STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) to include the letter ‘A’ for “art and design,” we are emphasizing the important inclusion of creative thinking, collaboration, experimentation and exploration into the equation. At Bright Lights, we strive to offer hands-on STEM and STEAM opportunities in almost all of our classes and recognize the significance of preparing students for future educational opportunities and careers.
STEM + Art = STEAM
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PROGRAM FEES
Main Program Site Holmes Elementary School................................................ 5230 Sumner Street
• $270 program fee includes lunch time supervision. • Bring your own sack lunch. • See individual class descriptions for location and any additional class fees or field trip information.
Half-Day Classes........................$135 • See individual class descriptions for location and any additional class fees or field trip information.
International Classes...............$135
Holmes only, not available at community sites. Must pre-register.
Supervised Activities Supervised Activities Supervised Activities
7:30 AM–9 AM 7:30 AM–9 AM 7:30 AM–9 AM
Combine morning and afternoon classes with a supervised lunch time. Must pre-register.
Bring your own sack lunch Bring your own sack lunch Bring your own sack lunch Bring your own sack lunch
12 PM–1 PM 12 PM–1 PM 12 PM–1 PM 12 PM–1 PM
Voluntary Price Options Make a difference! The $135 program fee only covers 54% of the cost for a half-day class—it actually costs $250 to fully fund. Choosing price option A or B helps to close the gap while option C covers all the costs, including expenses such as classroom rental and supplies, technology and insurance. Standard Voluntary Price Options Program Fee
A
Gateway Mall...................................................................................... 6100 O Street Harris Academy of the Arts...............................2935 Pine Lake Road, Suite C Holmes Lake Park, North side covered picnic area..........70th and Normal Lux Middle School....................................................................... 7800 High Street Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio................................ 4720 Prescott Avenue Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Education Center................................................4703 N 44th Street Pound Middle School...............................................................4740 S 45th Street Southeast High School............................................................2930 S 37th Street Southern Heights Presbyterian Church............................ 5750 S 40th Street Southwest High School........................................................... 7001 S 14th Street The Career Academy.......................................................................8800 O Street UNL City Campus, College of Engineering, Othmer Hall............................... 820 N 16th Street UNL City Campus, Nebraska Center for Materials & Nanoscience.............. 855 N 16th Street Outdoor Adventures Center at UNL..................................... 930 N 14th Street
REGISTRATION • Full payment of all program and class fees is due at the time of registration unless applying for scholarship. • No refunds after May 15. • See BrightLights.org for full refund policy.
Enrollment, Medical and Behavioral Policies
Lunch Care...........................$10/week
East High School...................................................................... 1000 S 70th Street
2018 registration begins March 24 online at BrightLights.org.
Before Care.......................... $15/week
Community Sites
Nebraska Innovation Studio............... 2021 Transformation Dr., Suite 1500
• International classes offer American students a unique opportunity to interact with visiting Japanese students from Senshu Matsudo University Junior High School. • Mark your calendars for Thursday, June 21, for bowling and fun at Sun Valley Lanes (321 Victory Lane) provided by our Japanese friends. Bring a sack lunch to eat at Lux before heading to the bowling alley at 12:30 PM. Bus transportation will be provided. Students must wear socks in order to bowl. Please plan to pick up your student at 3:00 PM at Sun Valley Lanes. Participants will receive an RSVP email. • Students in the International Program will receive a free Bright Lights t-shirt. • If you have questions regarding the International Program, contact Barb Highstreet, International Coordinator, at bhighstreet@brightlights.org or 402.420.1115 ext 47.
June 4–8 (Holmes) June 18–22 (Lux) June 25–29 (Holmes) July 9–13 (Holmes)
402.420.1115
LOCATIONS
Full-Day Camps.........................$270
June 4–8 June 25–29 July 9–13
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Half-Day Class
$135
$150 $200 $250
Full-Day Camp
$270
$300
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• No walk-in registrations will be accepted. • Credit card payments accepted online only. No credit card payments are accepted over the phone. • Class size is limited. • Registration remains open until one week before class is scheduled. After classes are closed for registration, a $25 fee will be assessed to revise your registration. • Additional fees apply to some classes. Check the course description. • Students are expected to be safe, respectful and responsible to be successful at Bright Lights. Parents may be contacted if students are unable to follow these expectations. Teachers and staff may redirect or remove the student from an activity. If the student continues to be disruptive or inappropriate, demonstrates physical aggression or presents a flight risk, the student will be dismissed from the program for the remainder of the summer without refund. • Students must be independent in toileting. • Families are responsible for hiring and paying for any individual classroom support personnel for their child. Individual support personnel must be post 9th grade, at least 4 years older than the child he/she is assisting, and may not be a family member. Assistants 19 and older will be subject to a background check. • Bright Lights makes every effort to accommodate student needs. If your child has medical, learning, physical, social, behavioral or other special needs (such as specialized equipment, additional adult support/supervision at school, learning/social/medical/behavioral accommodations, etc.), please contact Bright Lights at least 2 weeks before the end of the school year to allow for best planning and placement of your child. • Bright Lights reserves the right to modify classes/camps if needed, and/or to cancel due to low enrollment. Enrolled students will be given the option to choose a different class/camp or receive a refund.
SCHOLARSHIPS
$500
Apply online at BrightLights.org by April 15. • Each student is eligible for ONE partial scholarship for either a full-day camp or a half-day class. Full payment must be made for any additional classes. • Applications are reviewed and awards are based on financial need on a first-come, first-served basis. You will be notified of the award amount. Your child’s spot in the camp/class is reserved during this process. • Before Care and Lunch Care costs are not eligible for scholarship.
Children of Military Deployed Parents Bright Lights honors the children who have fathers or mothers currently deployed outside the U.S. Each dependent child will receive a half-price discount on one Bright Lights class. For more information, please contact Bright Lights at 402.420.1115 ext 45 prior to registering online.
YOU’RE INVITED!
Friday Open House
14th Annual Bright Lights Book Fair
On the final day during the last 30 minutes of each class or day camp, parents, grandparents and friends are invited to join their student’s class or camp to share some of their Bright Lights experiences from the week.
Come see our selection at Holmes during the program weeks. Book fair profits support the Bright Lights Scholarship Fund.
Thank you to Usborne and Barnes and Noble for their support of this event.
T-Shirts
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Bright Lights t-shirts are available for purchase during registration. Cost is $10 per shirt. Deadline to purchase t-shirts is May 15.
Chess: Capture the King! q
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 120 Location: Holmes Elementary
JUNE 4–8
Play the game of kings and queens! Learn all the rules, tactics and strategies necessary for basic play, in addition to chess notation, history and literature. Expand from the chessboard with variants such as bughouse, simultaneous chess and a game against the computer. End your training in a five-round class tournament. At the open house on Friday, prepare to demonstrate how each chess piece moves and attacks on a life-sized chessboard. Thespian skills optional as the queen attacks a pawn in this dramatic rendering. Taught by Thomas McChristian, Bennet Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Olsson Family Foundation
9 AM–4 PM
Pokemon® Art: Gotta Draw ‘em All q
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 122 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #216.
Become a drawing master as you spend the week documenting Pokemon® in your own sketchbook. Learn how to draw your favorite Pokemon characters and even create a few of your own. Use colored pencils and paint to finish your character creations and your creative talents to come up with unique and powerful creatures ready for an epic battle!
Science of Superheroes Day Camp q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 140 Location: Pound Middle School Could Superman really fly? What is Spiderman’s spidey sense? How does Wonder Woman’s invisible jet work? Could Captain America really survive being frozen? Are superpowers fact or fiction? Gather evidence to answer these questions and more as we explore the Science of Superheroes through hands-on investigations, engineering challenges and lab exercises. Along the way we will explore science careers that are leading the way from turning fiction into fact. Taught by Kirsten Smith, Pound Middle School Science Teacher, and Sara Cooper, Nebraska Department of Education, Science Education Specialist
9 AM–12 PM
Taught by Aileen Wiles, Artist
Edible Science q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 124 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials Do you like science? Do you like to eat food? Let’s smash science, food and learning together! Come join us to learn about parts of the body, cells, climate types, rock cycles and other fun science experiments! The best part is—we get to EAT them ALL! Come join us for science fun in the kitchen! Taught by Megan Jorgensen, Moore Middle School Teacher Sponsored by Western National Bank
Coding with Scratch: Video Game Madness q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 126 Location: Holmes Elementary Students will learn how to use Scratch to code their own games. We will use variables and functions to make games that are appealing and fun to play. We’ll also learn about how technology affects our lives, and talk to a computer scientists to learn how they use coding in their jobs. If you don’t know Scratch, that’s ok! We will learn and have fun together.
Dr. Seuss is Loose q
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 102 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #202. “Horton Hears a Who,” can you? From Oobleck to the Cat we will explore that! Take a trip to Seussville for a fun-filled week in the world of children’s author, Dr. Seuss. While you travel, you will have a Wacky Wednesday kind of day filled with egg-citing science experiments. Oh, the tricks you will learn, like a balancing act just like the “Cat in the Hat.” Read books and discover Dr. Seuss’s hidden messages. Dabble in the dirt with the Lorax and create a marble run with recycled tubes! Will you have fun here on a summer’s day? Try it, and you may, I say. Taught by Shari Timm, Riley Elementary School Teacher
Turtle Tracks q
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 104 Location: Holmes Elementary
Fee: $6 Field Trip
Follow the turtle and tortoise tracks as you discover the differences between these two reptiles. Learn about their amazing life cycles and make your own special turtle shells to wear during the week. Complete fun projects that may include egg carton turtles, hand-traced tortoises and tissue paper pom-pom turtles. On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo for a behind-the-scenes view of the turtle and tortoise exhibit. Taught by Macy Mancuso, Millard Public Schools Elementary Teacher
Over the Rainbow to Oz q
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 106 Location: Holmes Elementary Follow along with Dorothy as you explore the magical world of munchkins and “the merry, merry land of Oz.” The familiar characters from “The Wizard of Oz” will take you on a variety of learning adventures in all your favorite subjects—music, science, art, math and reading. Frolic and dance down the yellow brick road, learn sign language to “Over the Rainbow” and many more fun projects. Dress as your favorite Oz characters and bring your souvenirs to create our own Oz museum. Taught by Carmen Westfahl, Riley Elementary School Coordinator Sponsored by Jamie and Kimberly Tallman
Party with the Penguins q
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 108 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $6 Zoo This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #204.
Get to know these tuxedoed birds from the southern hemisphere through a variety of projects and activities that combine science, art and fun. Learn about the kinds of penguins and how big they are compared to humans. Discover how penguins survive in extremely cold weather, as well as how penguins are affected by oil spills. Activities may include making blubber gloves and learning about insulation, designing your own flag for Antarctica, writing a penguin poem and enjoying Arcticinspired snacks. On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo for a trip to the Humboldt Penguin Habitat. Taught by Kim Miller, Parkview Christian School Elementary Teacher Sponsored by Mark T. and Margaret L. Seacrest Family Charitable Foundation
Piano Playground q
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 110 Location: Harris Academy of the Arts Fee: $25 Materials Immerse yourself in a camp that teaches you music skills including keyboard playing, singing, note reading, harmony, rhythm, ear-training, and composition. Piano Playground offers a fun, positive, and lively classroom setting where you have the freedom to love and appreciate music while developing fundamental musical skills. At the end of the camp, you will perform a prepared piece of music for family and friends. No piano experience needed, beginners are welcome! Taught by Kara Eddy, Music Teacher at Harris Academy of the Arts
Adventures Through Time q
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 112 Location: Holmes Elementary Travel back in time with Jack and Annie from the Magic Tree House series. In this class, travel to Egypt in “Mummies in the Morning” where you will wrap your very own mummies, and then hunt for treasure with “Pirates Past Noon.” During your time with the “Knights at Dawn,” design shields and meet a friendly dragon! We will travel to Prehistoric times and meet up with some friendly (and not so friendly) dinosaurs! Join us for a grand adventure! If you have not read Magic Tree House books, that’s OK; we will read them together. On Friday, share your adventures with family and friends. (See class #602 for different adventures.) Taught by Shelley Clayburn, Rousseau Elementary School Teacher
Eye on the Sky: Weather Watchers q
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 114 Location: Holmes Elementary Are you curious about natural disasters? Do you keep an “eye on the sky” for weather changes? Join our meteorology team and make an anemometer, rain gauge and wind sock for your own weather station. Measure daily weather changes and discuss how meteorologists observe and forecast the weather. Learn about the water cycle, make clouds in a jar and a tornado in a bottle. The weather’s always changing so join us as we learn more about it. Taught by Michelle Jensen, Zeman Elementary School Teacher and Jessica Dubas, Belmont Elementary School Teacher
Cupcake Decorating Wars q
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 116 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered during Week 4 as class #618.
Taught by Lisa Bohaty, Campbell Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Firespring
Makit Messy: Slime & Splatter q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 128 Location: Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio Fee: $20 Materials This class is also offered during Week 5 as class #822. Spend the week with us at Makit Takit as we explore the messiest of crafts. We’ll be making several different kinds of slime, splatter painting, and learning how to do pour paintings. We’ll also spend some time making prints using gel plates and turning those prints into journals we’ll use as we explore a wide variety of mixed media techniques. We can’t forget our spa day, either! We’ll be making sugar scrubs and bath bombs to help us clean up after a week of messy making. Taught by Christy Nelson, owner of Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio
New Heights: Rock Climbing q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 130 Location: Outdoor Adventures Center at UNL Fee: $20 Facilities Experience the rush of rock climbing! Connect with fellow students while you learn the basic technical skills required to get you climbing, including how to put on a harness and tie in the climbing rope. Problem solve as you scale vertical walls, find the right body positions and learn a little more about yourself along the way. Come see what climbing can offer beyond the adrenaline rush. Belay on! Taught by Todd Grier, Outdoor Adventures Coordinator
Robotics: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3, Levels 1 and 2 q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 132 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered during the afternoon as class #222, and during Week 4 as class #626.
Design, build and program robots using the most advanced and newest LEGO® robotics technology—the powerful MINDSTORMS® EV3. Work as a team to complete real-world engineering and computer science challenges as you build and command robots that walk, talk, think and do anything you can imagine. With your ideas and the latest LEGO operating system and sensors, there are no limits to what you can do. Level 1—Builder: Entry level, limited or no experience with programming. Objectives are basic programming and robot movement. Level 2—Explorer: Completed at least 1 class at Level 1 and/or experience through another program. Objectives are sensors, loops and switches. Taught by Nancy Mosier, Lakeview Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Mark T. and Margaret L. Seacrest Family Charitable Foundation
America’s Girls Adventures Through History q
Grades Completed: 3–6 Class #: 134 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials Do you like to learn age-old skills like sewing, latch hook rug making and writing with a quill pen? This class covers five time periods in American history. Experience life in Colonial America with Felicity, Civil War Philadelphia with Addy, as a new immigrant to New York City with Rebecca, the Great Depression with Kit and America during World War II with Molly. Each time period will introduce you to the crafts, food and games authentic to that time. (See class #226 for different time periods.) Bring your time period dolls and dress to have fun! Taught by Morgan Braun, Sheridan Elementary School Teacher
iDrum to iTunes® q
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 136 Location: Holmes Elementary iDrum to iTunes blends favorite pop tunes with a variety of percussion instruments. Each day students use bucket drums, hand drums, Boomwhackers and other percussion instruments to create, perform and connect with music. This interactive musical opportunity is perfect for students of any experience level! Taught by Justin Brookens, Fredstrom Elementary School Vocal Music Teacher
Spy Academy q
Grades Completed: 4–5 Class #: 138 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials Learn how to write messages to your friends in secret codes. Enjoy puzzles and play strategic games. Become a real-life secret agent learning about cryptography, the science of making and breaking codes. Explore how to crack codes using ciphers. With this new secret intelligence, construct your own book of secret codes and complete a scavenger hunt written in secret messages. Continue the secret journey through the internet to discover more about the use of cryptography in agencies like the CIA and how codes and ciphers have been used throughout history. Taught by Rachel Fellows, Fredstrom Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by DuTeau Chevrolet Subaru
Pick 2 classes and make it a day! Add supervised lunch care between your morning and afternoon classes to create a full day of fun!
Test your cake decorating skills by creating a work of edible art. Gather inspiration for your cupcake creations as you learn about different holiday celebrations. Practice a variety of techniques with buttercream frosting on graham crackers and use your artistic talents as you learn to add decorative details. Each day, help judge the creativity of each others’ creations. Learn about careers in cake decorating and food science. On Friday, showcase your talent to your family and friends as you decorate a cupcake using the skills you have learned all week. Taught by Megan Gilkey, McCool Junction Public Schools Teacher and County Fair Cake Decorating Judge Sponsored by Union Bank & Trust
Animal and Nature Drawing q
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 118 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials Learn to apply the techniques of artists who specialize in scientific illustrations. Use a microscope to zoom in on animals and plants to study fur, feathers, shells, scales and bones. Handle live insects and animals as you talk to scientists and learn about the wildlife of Nebraska. Create a portfolio of your sketches and drawings using pencil, pen, ink, colored pencil and acrylic paint. Bring a pre-washed plain t-shirt to create wearable art. On Wednesday, parents will drop off and pick up at Pioneers Park Nature Center. The Art Cafe will be open on Friday to showcase the class mural and your solo art work. Taught by Lana Johnson, Scientific Illustrator and UNL Instructor, and Michelle Hansen Daberkow, Kahoa Elementary School Art Specialist Sponsored by Rick and Susie Windle
1 PM–4 PM Dr. Seuss is Loose q
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 202 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the morning as class #102. “Horton Hears a Who,” can you? From Oobleck to the Cat we will explore that! Take a trip to Seussville for a fun-filled week in the world of children’s author, Dr. Seuss. While you travel, you will have a Wacky Wednesday kind of day filled with egg-citing science experiments. Oh, the tricks you will learn, like a balancing act just like the “Cat in the Hat.” Read books and discover Dr. Seuss’s hidden messages. Dabble in the dirt with the Lorax and create a marble run with recycled tubes! Will you have fun here on a summer’s day? Try it, and you may, I say. Taught by Shari Timm, Riley Elementary School Teacher
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Party with the Penguins q
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 204 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $6 Field Trip This class is also offered in the morning as class #108. Get to know these tuxedoed birds from the southern hemisphere through a variety of projects and activities that combine science, art and fun. Learn about the kinds of penguins and how big they are compared to humans. Discover how penguins survive in extremely cold weather, as well as how penguins are affected by oil spills. Activities may include making blubber gloves and learning about insulation, designing your own flag for Antarctica, writing a penguin poem and enjoying Arcticinspired snacks. On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo for a trip to the Humboldt Penguin Habitat. Taught by Kim Miller, Parkview Christian School Elementary Teacher
Artsonomical! q
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 228 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $6 Field Trip Be where the stars of art and astronomy align! Learn the stories behind constellations and their placement in the sky. Become astronomers by designing your own constellations, writing its mythology, and choosing an art medium to bring your constellation alive. Parents will drop off and pick up at Morrill Hall on Wednesday for students to enjoy two planetarium shows and explore the museum. Join us for this, and more art and astronomy fun! Taught by Katie Hammond, Mickle Middle School Science Teacher and Shelby Krause, Mickle Middle School Art Teacher
Disgusting Science Experiments q
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 230 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials
LEGO® WeDo Robotics q
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 206 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered during Week 4 as classes #612 and #714.
Interested in science, engineering or computers? Do you love to build with LEGO® bricks? Ignite your creativity with an introduction to robotics and computer programming. Using LEGO WeDo kits and LEGO educational software, you will be challenged to solve real-world problems by creating one-of-a-kind machines with gears, motors and sensors. Themes will include natural disasters, space exploration and speed.
Discover the mystery behind ghastly, disgusting things. Dissect grasshoppers, frogs, cow eyes and pig hearts. Grow a germ farm, make a “gas” log, observe really gross things under a microscope and make drinkable blood. Only the most courageous can survive this repulsive class! Taught by Kevin Schrad, Southwest High School Teacher
Taught by Tammy Sheldon, After School LEGO® Instructor
JUNE 11–15
Super Space Adventures q
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 208 Location: Holmes Elementary Before orbiting the galaxy, you must master the skills of an astronaut. Practice completing space chores with astronaut-type gloves, build a space station and taste astronaut food including ice cream! Track constellations and learn amazing facts about the planets, but you can’t blast off your film canister rocket until you learn about the Earth’s rotation and location. Out in space, discover art, music and literature in another galaxy. Prepare for blast off! Taught by Maggie Butterfield, Crete Middle School Teacher Sponsored by Bettenhausen Family Foundation
9 AM–4 PM
Beyond Turtle Tracks q
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 210 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $6 Field Trip Follow the turtle and tortoise tracks as you discover the differences between these two reptiles. Learn about their amazing life cycles and make your own special turtle shells to wear during the week. Complete fun projects that may include foil tortoises, creating the habitat of a turtle or tortoise, and weaving a baby turtle. On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo for a behind the scenes view of the turtle and tortoise exhibit. Taught by Macy Mancuso, Millard Public Schools Elementary Teacher
Be a Star! q
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 212 Location: Holmes Elementary Do you someday want to be a famous actor or actress on Broadway? Now is your chance to become a star! Practice reading and speaking skills as you work with other students to put on a play production. Help design costumes and paint scenery flats for a real back-stage experience. Show your magnificent acting skills as you perform for family and friends on Friday. Bright lights and fun activities await you as you step onto the stage and into the world of entertainment! Bring a plain white T-shirt.
Robotics: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 Day Camp, Levels 2 & 3 q
Grades Completed: 4–7 Class #: 316 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials
Design, build and program robots using the most advanced and newest LEGO® robotics technology—the powerful MINDSTORMS® EV3. Work as a team to complete real-world engineering and computer science challenges as you build and command robots that walk, talk, think and do anything you can imagine. With your ideas and the latest LEGO operating system and sensors, there are no limits to what you can do. Level 2—Explorer: Completed at least 1 class at Level 1 and/or experience through another program. Objectives are sensors, loops and switches. Level 3—Engineer: Completed at least 1 class of Level 2 or previous experience with sensors, loops and switches. Objectives are building solutions to real-world problems, teamwork, FLL challenges or other teacher/student developed challenges. Taught by Adam Janda, Seward Public Schools Teacher and Lori Todd, Seward Public Schools Teacher Sponsored by Jim and Penny Krieger Family Foundation
Taught by Michelle Jensen, Zeman Elementary School Teacher and Jessica Dubas, Belmont Elementary School Teacher
Pioneering with Laura Ingalls Wilder q
9 AM–12 PM
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 214 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Facilities Put on your bonnet or straw hat to travel across the prairie with Laura Ingalls Wilder and her family. Begin in the Big Woods of Wisconsin, where Laura will teach you how to square dance and make a corncob doll. As you travel to the little house on the prairie, Laura will help you make a wagon train rag doll, cook foods like her Ma did and sing the songs that Pa sang long ago. On Wednesday, parents will drop-off at Heritage School at Pioneers Park where Laura will be waiting to take you back to her classroom in Dakota Territory. After spending time in a one room school, parents will pick you back up after our time travel and return to the 21st century. Taught by Mary Ann Gabel, Certified Teacher and Historian and assisted by Carol Jobman, Retired Educator
Pokemon® Art: Gotta Draw ‘em All q
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 216 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the morning as class #122.
Become a drawing master as you spend the week documenting Pokemon® in your own sketchbook. Learn how to draw your favorite Pokemon characters and even create a few of your own. Use colored pencils and paint to finish your character creations and your creative talents to come up with unique and powerful creatures ready for an epic battle! Taught by Aileen Wiles, Artist Sponsored by Lincoln Federal Savings Bank
Amazing Race Challenges q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 218 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $8 Materials Explore the world with fellow adventurers as you conquer roadblocks and master detours. Search for the daily team challenge envelope containing creative games and crafts that will test your abilities in science, math and writing. Celebrate your teamwork by creating a flag and proudly wearing your team colors. Finish off the week with a scavenger hunt that will determine the Amazing Race Champions! Taught by Megan Jorgensen, Moore Middle School Teacher Sponsored by SolutionOne
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Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 220 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials Learn to apply the techniques of artists who specialize in scientific illustrations. Use a microscope to zoom in on animals and plants to study fur, feathers, shells, scales and bones. Handle live insects and animals as you talk to scientists and learn about the wildlife of Nebraska. Create a portfolio of your sketches and drawings using pencil, pen, ink, colored pencil and acrylic paint. Bring a pre-washed plain t-shirt to create wearable art. On Wednesday, parents will drop off and pick up at Pioneers Park Nature Center. The Art Cafe will be open on Friday to showcase the class mural and your solo art work. Taught by Lana Johnson, Scientific Illustrator and UNL Instructor; and Michelle Hansen Daberkow, Kahoa Elementary School Art Specialist Sponsored by Cornhusker Bank
Robotics: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3, Levels 1 & 2 q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 222 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered during the morning as class #132, and during Week 4 as class #626.
Please refer to class #132 description in Week 1. Taught by Nancy Mosier, Lakeview Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Firespring
Use the Force: The Physics of Motion q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 224 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $18 Field Trip Investigate the forces behind movement by looking at potential and kinetic energy. May the force be with you as you drop eggs into a glass of water without breaking any. Investigate Newton’s three laws of motion with exciting, hands-on activities, then apply these laws to sound, light and magnetism. On Thursday, parents will drop-off and pick-up at Laser Tag for behind the scenes research on lasers, as well as a game or two of laser tag. Taught by Thomas McChristian, Bennet Elementary School Teacher
America’s Girls Adventures Through History q
Grades Completed: 3–6 Class #: 226 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials Do you like to learn age-old skills like sewing, latch hook rug making and writing with a quill pen? This class covers five time periods in American history. Experience life with a Nez Perce tribe with Kaya, in America’s Southwest with Josefina, on the Minnesota prairie with Kirsten, turn of the century America with Samantha and with Julie in the groovy 1970s in San Francisco. Each time period will introduce you to the crafts, food and games authentic to that time. (See class #134 for different time periods.) Bring your time period dolls and dress to have fun! Taught by Morgan Braun, Sheridan Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Channel 8 KLKN-TV
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Plant Yourself in the Garden q
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 302 Location: Southern Heights Presbyterian Church Explore nature through the study of gardening, plants and creative art projects at Southern Heights Food Forest, a community garden space. Learn firsthand as you dig in the dirt, plant seeds and seedlings, and taste vegetables. Research about food systems, the life cycle of plants, and why pollinators and compost are important to our environment. Build with natural materials such as tree cookies, sticks, pine cones and other creative projects in this certified Nature Explore outdoor classroom. With your notes and sketches of flowers, insects and trees, create a record of your experiences in your nature journal. Taught by Andrea Jenkins, Everett Elementary School Art Teacher
French Cooking and More q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 304 Location: Southeast High School Fee: $12 Materials Chocolate fondue, baguettes and cheese, delicate pastries, deli¬cious crepes. Find out about the fine art of French cooking. Explore fabulous recipes from several regions of France as you learn about French culture, art, language and food. Taste your way through this beautiful country and learn about its history as well as its culinary wonders. Boys and girls welcome—remember, some of the best chefs in the world are men! Taught by Lisa Maupin, East High School Teacher and Certified French Teacher, and Robert Goldberg Sponsored by Runza® Restaurants
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Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 306 Location: Nebraska Innovation Studio Fee: $10 Materials
Join us at Nebraska Innovation Studio – the UNL Makerspace – to create and collaborate, invent and innovate. Your week will include a tour of Innovation Studio and hands-on activities that will result in very cool take-home treasures. This will include a t-shirt silk-screened with your own design, a mold of your hand using casting resins, and buttons you design to show your unique personality. Participants will also make things using the laser cutter and clay throwing wheels. You’ll start this class by entering a building full of tools, and leave having used those tools to build confidence in your ability to problem-solve, create and design. You will need to bring a plain t-shirt (a cotton/polyester blend works best) for the screen-printing activity. Taught by Jerry Reif, Operations Manager at Innovation Studio; staff and members of Innovation Studio; and Justin Brookens, Fredstrom Elementary School Teacher
Makit Messy: Slime & Splatter q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 308 Location: Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio Fee: $20 Materials Spend the week with us at Makit Takit as we explore the messiest of crafts. We’ll be making several different kinds of slime, splatter painting, and learning how to do pour paintings. We’ll also spend some time making prints using gel plates and turning those prints into journals we’ll use as we explore a wide variety of mixed media techniques. We can’t forget our spa day, either! We’ll be making sugar scrubs and bath bombs to help us clean up after a week of messy making. Taught by Christy Nelson, owner of Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio
Nanotechnology and the 21st Century q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 310 Location: UNL City Campus—Jorgensen Hall Fee: $10 Facilities Nanoscience is paving the way for unimaginable new possibilities and significantly impacting our world. Enter the nanoworld in the laboratories of UNL’s physics and astronomy building and see how it is affecting many different fields like physics, chemistry and biology. Make nano ice cream, nano composite material and squishy electrical circuits. Learn about magnetism, hydrogels that carry medicine, the ever-shrinking microchip and nanofabric that repels ketchup and other stains. See how new smart materials remember their shape, metal breathes and more! Experiments will be led by UNL faculty and graduate students. Taught by Nebraska Center for Materials & Nancoscience (NCMN) Faculty Members and Staff; Carol Moravec, Southeast High School Teacher Sponsored by Broadcast House
Pick 2 classes and make it a day! Add supervised lunch care between your morning and afternoon classes to create a full day of fun!
New Heights: Rock Climbing q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 312 Location: Outdoor Adventures Center at UNL Fee: $20 Facilities Experience the rush of rock climbing! Connect with fellow students while you learn the basic technical skills required to get you climbing, including how to put on a harness and tie in the climbing rope. Problem solve as you scale vertical walls, find the right body positions and learn a little more about yourself along the way. Come see what climbing can offer beyond the adrenaline rush. Belay on! Taught by Todd Grier, Outdoor Adventures Coordinator
Clay Craziness q
Grades Completed: 4–5 Class #: 502 Location: Lux Middle School Explore your creativity and express your unique style as you create beautiful and useful objects with your hands. Learn the ancient art of pinching, coiling and molding with one of the oldest artistic resources—clay. Let the sky, sea and land inspire you. Projects may include animal sculpture, slab picture frame, coil bowl or jewelry. Whatever you choose, sign up to do it your way with clay. Taught by Emily Pieper, Lux Middle School Art Teacher Sponsored by James C. and Rhonda S. Seacrest Foundation
Digital Photography: Take Your Best Shot! q
Retail Reality q
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 504 Location: Lux Middle School Fee: $5 Materials
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 314 Location: Gateway Mall Do you love shopping? Do you someday want to own your own store? Learn the ins and outs of creating and managing a store in the retail mall environment. From branding to merchandising, this week-long class will introduce you to behind-the-scenes retail management concepts with daily activities to put your learning to work. On Friday, an end-concept merchandising display will be presented by small groups and up for the “vote” – which store window will attract the most shoppers? This class will be held at Gateway Mall each day, with partnered appearances from local entrepreneurs and merchandising professionals. Specific drop-off and pick-up instructions and classroom information will be shared with registered families prior to class beginning. Taught by Ally Beckwith, Sacred Heart Catholic School Teacher Sponsored by Assurity Life Insurance Company
Picture yourself as a photographer—it’s as easy as saying cheese! Become a better photographer by experiencing an array of creative photo assignments including portraits, black and white photography, optical illusion photography and photo illustrations. Study the works of accomplished photographers and learn advanced digital editing techniques using Photoshop®. You will need to provide your own digital camera. Taught by Chris Maly, Lincoln High School Photojournalism Teacher
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Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 506 Location: Lux Middle School
JUNE 18–22
Are you ready to sing? Then sign up quickly for Bright Light’s version of “The Voice!” But don’t worry, no one will be voted out of class. Improve your vocal technique throughout the week while experiencing the thrill of performing. Perform a variety of Pop and Broadway songs in both small groups and large ensembles, along with solo opportunities. Musical theme days, working with vocal coaches, and choreographed group routines will culminate into a final performance for your friends and family on the last day of class. This class is for girls only. Taught by Mike Robb, Irving Middle School Vocal Music Instructor; Abi Shelbourn, Pound Middle School Teacher and Choreographer; assisted by Karen Hunt, Accompanist Sponsored by Rick and Laurel Crusinberry
JUNE 25–29
9 AM– 12 PM See page 2 for additional program information. Broadway Bound q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 402 Location: Lux Middle School Discover the excitement behind Broadway musicals as you sing some of Broadway’s most famous tunes. Learn about voice, movement and stage presence as you sing songs from musicals such as “Newsies,” “Hamilton,” “Wicked,” “Rent” and other great musicals. Both guys and gals will work in small groups and large ensembles that will culminate in a final performance on Friday. Taught by Mike Robb, Irving Middle School Vocal Music Instructor; Abi Shelbourn, Pound Middle School Teacher and Choreographer; assisted by Karen Hunt, Accompanist Sponsored by Channel 10/11 KOLN/KGIN
Clay Expressions q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 404 Location: Lux Middle School Be ready to immerse yourself in your inner creativity. Use your unique style to create beautiful and useful objects by exploring the hand-building techniques of one of the oldest resources—clay! Seek inspiration from the sky, the land around you and the sea. Possible projects are clay vessels, basrelief plaques, jewelry and exploration drawings. Sign up today and find your way with clay! Taught by Emily Pieper, Lux Middle School Art Teacher Sponsored by James C. and Rhonda S. Seacrest Foundation
9 AM–4 PM Hogwarts Day Camp q
Grades Completed: 3–6 Class #: 634 Location: Southwest High School ALL ABOARD THE HOGWARTS EXPRESS! You may want to check the skies for an owl, as your letter of acceptance might just be on its way. Young wizards and witches will report to the Hogwarts castle for opening ceremonies. The Sorting Hat will sort first year students into houses, while returning Hogwarts students cheer from their house tables. There will be so much fun playing Quidditch and tackling trivia in the Tri-Wizard Tournament. Students will want a time-turner to fit in all the fun classes offered through the week! There will be Herbology, Potions, Divination, Muggle Studies, Spells, a trip to Hogsmeade, Wizard Wiki’s and more! On Friday, parents will drop off at SouthPointe for a morning trip to Diagon Alley. (Please wear tennis shoes every day.) Time is Galleons, so get that trunk packed! We will be looking for you on Platform 9 ¾. Taught by Ayla Duba, Angela Kramer, Mark Novotny and David Tien, Southwest High School Teachers Sponsored by Jan Dutton and Bob Beecham
Extreme Dissecting q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 406 Location: Lux Middle School Fee: $15 Materials Did you ever wonder what an eyeball looked like on the inside? What about a pig brain or heart? Study animals from the tips of their sharp teeth all the way to their unique tails. Observe, dissect and discuss creatures such as squid, lamprey, skate, frogs and other surprises.
9 AM–12 PM
Taught by Kevin Schrad, Southwest High School Teacher
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Outdoor Adventures q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 408 Location: Lux Middle School Fee: $20 Bus Experience Nebraska! Monday and Tuesday, students will learn the basics of fishing at Holmes Lake with fishing rods donated by Scheels. Bait your line for a chance to catch the big one! On Wednesday and Thursday, travel to the Maas Farm in Denton for a hands-on ranch experience. Activities may include a hayrack tour, shearing sheep, feeding and caring for the livestock with a veterinarian, as well as the basics of raising and riding bulls. On Friday, meet at Lux Middle School to summarize your experiences and share with your family. Taught by Jim Rosenberger, East High School Teacher, Certified Fishing Instructor and avid outdoorsman Sponsored by Richard P. Kimmel & Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation Inc. Sponsored by Scheels
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 602 Location: Holmes Elementary Travel back in time with Jack and Annie from the Magic Tree House series. In this class, travel to Japan and learn about ninja warriors in “Night of the Ninjas.” Spend an exhilarating afternoon on one of the world’s largest rivers in “Afternoon on the Amazon” and create a sabertooth mask for “Sunset of the Sabertooth.” Your adventures won’t end there! In “Midnight on the Moon,” travel in space and create your own constellation! Join us for a grand adventure! If you have not read Magic Tree House books, that’s OK; we will read them together. On Friday, share your adventures with family and friends. (See class #112 for different adventures.) Taught by Mary Koens Vavala, Lux Middle School Teacher Sponsored by West Gate Bank
Beyond Building Blocks q
Pokemon® Art: Gotta Draw ‘em All q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 410 Location: Lux Middle School Become a drawing master as you spend the week documenting Pokemon® in your own sketchbook. Learn how to draw your favorite Pokemon characters and even create a few of your own. Use colored pencils and paint to finish your character creations and your creative talents to come up with unique and powerful creatures ready for an epic battle!
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 604 Location: Holmes Elementary Become a creative engineer as you use grapes, marshmallows and other everyday items to build amazing things. Can you build a tower with ice? What about a roller coaster out of paper? Create edible buildings, design plastic spoon catapults and so much more. The only limits to what you can build will be with your imagination! Taught by Angela Penner, Sheridan Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Kimco Self Storage
Taught by Aileen Wiles, Artist
Robotics: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3, Levels 1 and 2 q
Incredible and Edible q
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 606 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials
Please refer to class #124 description in Week 1.
Explore the Incredible and Edible kingdom of the six food groups with creative and healthy recipes. Create your own edible chef hat and make snacks like caterpillars, owls, ladybugs and funny looking fish in the sea. Create your own personal pizza. Warn visitors about the spiders and their chopsticks when they join you on Friday to eat your artwork!
Taught by Nancy Mosier, Lakeview Elementary School Teacher
Taught by Radious Walker-Woods, UNL Education Major
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 412 Location: Lux Middle School Fee: $5 Materials
Super Science! Super Stars! q
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Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 414 Location: Lux Middle School Fee: $18 Materials Have you ever wanted to create a project with a sewing machine? Learn basic hand stitching and the use of a sewing machine along with how to pin and put together a project. Create a bookmark or bracelet, a personalized pillowcase and a decorative diamond or koinobori kite. Receive your own personal sewing kit to use and take home. On Friday, these projects will be “all sewn up” for an open house! Beginning and experienced students are welcome. Sewing machines provided by Randolph Vac & Sew. Taught by Nancy Hove-Graul, Architect and Former LPS Gifted Mentor and Lora Carpenter-Janike, Certified Teacher and enthusiastic crafter Sponsored by Randolph Vac & Sew
Taught by Jacob Baden, Eastridge Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Olsson Associates
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 610 Location: Holmes Elementary
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 416 Location: Lux Middle School Fee: $5 Materials Woodworking challenges you to become an engineer and problem-solver, using the design process to research and build solutions to meet human wants and needs. During this class you will engage in hands-on challenges and projects that will cover the various processes used in woodworking, such as safety, cutting, drilling, sanding, and finishing wood. Ultimately, you’ll create a passive speaker system for your phone, made entirely of wood – no wires, batteries or adapters needed! Prior experience not required. All students will need to sign a power tools agreement. Taught by Matt Laird, Lux Middle School Teacher
Join Bright Lights and the Wild Kratts on a weeklong adventure through the wonderful world of animals! Similar to the PBS show, we will embark on a journey to discover how a crocodile protects its eggs, why a sloth moves so slowly, how a tuna swims so fast, and many more amazing animal features. During the week your student will create his own creaturepedia of animal knowledge. And, just like in the show, students will design their own power suit to fit different types of habitats and ecosystems – and test them out! We will also have some live animal friends visit to help our discoveries and discussion. Whether you’re a fan of the Wild Kratts show or simply love animals, this is the class for you! Taught by Monica Macoubrie, Nebraska Game and Parks Wildlife Educator Sponsored by A-4 Animal Hospital
1 PM–4 PM Robotics: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3, Levels 1 & 2 q
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 508 Location: Lux Middle School Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered in the morning as class #412. Taught by Nancy Mosier, Lakeview Elementary School Teacher
Become a science super star and explore the scientific inquiry process. Make a balloon car and an electrical circuit. Get a little messy and make crazy putty! Work with a new science concept every day with hands-on activities, books, games, songs and experiments.
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Woodworking Exploration q
Please refer to class #132 description in Week 1.
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 608 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #706.
q LEGO® WeDo Robotics
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 612 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #714, and during Week 1 as class #206.
Please refer to class #206 description in Week 1. Taught by Tammy Sheldon, After School LEGO® Instructor
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q Wet, Wild and Wacky Science
Pick 2 classes and make it a day!
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 614 Location: Holmes Elementary Get wet, wild and wacky as you dive into science experiments that fizzle, flop, float, pop, spin, soar and slide. Explore density, states of matter, chemical changes, pressure, flight, sound and light, the human body and ecosystems. Make elephant toothpaste, race Fruit Loops using lung power and test elasticity with water balloons. Plunge into this exciting science adventure!
Add supervised lunch care between your morning and afternoon classes to create a full day of fun!
Taught by Carole Allemang, Fredstrom Elementary School Teacher
Adventures in Fairyland q
Grades Completed: 1–3 Class #: 616 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials Experience the adventures of the Fairy Sisters and sneaky Jack Frost from the Rainbow Fairy series. Become a fairy with your own special powers, name and personality. Design your own costume and magic wand. Make fairy dust and finger puppets to use in the magical miniature fairyland youcreate. Help the Fairies rescue their summer vacation as you learn about the wind and waves with your pinwheel sail and waves in a bottle.
q Super Science! Super Stars!
Taught by Michelle Reinke, Eastridge Elementary Coordinator Sponsored by Olsson Family Foundation
Cupcake Decorating Wars q
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 618 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered during Week 1 as class #116.
Test your cake decorating skills by creating a work of edible art. Gather inspiration for your cupcake creations as you learn about different holiday celebrations. Practice a variety of techniques with buttercream frosting on graham crackers and use your artistic talents as you learn to add decorative details. Each day, help judge the creativity of each other’s creations. Learn about careers in cake decorating and food science. On Friday, showcase your talent to your family and friends as you decorate a cupcake using the skills you have learned all week. Taught by Megan Gilkey, McCool Junction Public Schools Teacher and County Fair Cake Decorating Judge
Become a science super star and explore the scientific inquiry process. Make a balloon car and an electrical circuit. Get a little messy and make crazy putty! Work with a new science concept every day with hands-on activities, books, games, songs and experiments. Taught by Jacob Baden, Eastridge Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Tim and Patti Gardner
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q Hidden in Plain Sight
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 620 Location: Holmes Elementary Dive in with some of the most hidden insects and animals this world has to offer. Can you see them? Look closely...they might just creep up on you! During this week you will become one of the best zoologists Bright Lights has to offer. As you become masters in the art of camouflage, we will discover the ways insects and animals seem to disappear. Design and make your own bug habitat, discover the needs of camouflage, and learn how you can develop a keen eye for hidden creepy crawlies waiting to jump. Get ready, it’s about to get buggy in here. On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up at Pioneers Park where students will experience some real-life camouflage activities. Taught by Kasey Dils, Doane University Elementary and Special Education Major
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 708 Location: Holmes Elementary Let’s go on an indoor camping adventure! On this summer adventure you will get the chance to make delicious campfire snacks, use favorite stories to discover and learn about the starry night sky, and get creative with crafts. Campers should be ready to compete in the fun and action-filled Camping Olympics. Use your very own compass to help you hike through a scavenger hunt and this amazing week! Taught by Olivia Alberts, UNL Education Major
q Mindbuggling Insects
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 710 Location: Holmes Elementary
q We All Scream for Ice Cream!
Grades Completed: 3–4 Class #: 622 Location: Holmes Elementary Do you REALLY like ice cream? Become an ice cream entrepreneur by inventing your own ice cream flavor, designing the ice cream carton and creating an advertisement. Learn the chemistry behind making ice cream and melting points. Discover the history of ice cream, write and illustrate your own ice cream story and conduct a poll to determine people’s favorite ice cream flavor. On Wednesday, parents will drop-off and pick-up at UNL’s East Campus for some special activities, a Dairy Store tour, and of course, ice cream! Come and sample a batch or two of our homemade ice cream during Friday’s open house. Taught by Julie Wisdom, Cathedral of the Risen Christ School Teacher Sponsored by Amigos/Kings Classic
q Hogwarts Academy: Potions and Magical Creatures
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 624 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $7 Materials Expand your wizarding skills as you become a Potions Master and mix your own magical concoctions of snake fangs, porcupine quills and slugs. Learn how to care for and handle magical creatures. Then study the night sky like the Hogwarts witches and wizards as you prepare for your O.W.L. exam. Even learn the secret of how Muggles can play Quidditch and chess in a final tournament for house points. Taught by Professor Miller Sprout, aka Alexandra Miller, Calvert Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center
q Robotics: LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3, Levels 1 & 2 ®
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 706 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the morning as class #608.
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Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 626 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered during Week 1 as class #132 and class #222. Please refer to class #132 description in Week 1. Taught by Adam Janda, Seward Public Schools Elementary Teacher Sponsored by Firespring
You won’t believe how wild and crazy bugs can be. Crawl through the metamorphosis of a butterfly. Learn fantastic facts through silly songs, awesome art, books, computer activities and role play. Eat yummy buggy foods, including cricket cookies (optional)! Draw and examine bugs through a microscope. Make and take bean bugs, bug soap, a bug book and a bug jar complete with bugs. Create your own bug and be able to explain body parts, defenses and enemies. Meet a professional “bug person” and “buggle” your mind. Taught by Sheila Ziems, Trinity Lutheran Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Broadcast House
q Diggin’ Up Dinos
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 712 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Field Trip Become a paleontologist as you explore and dig up hidden fossils that have long been forgotten. Feel and touch some real fossilized teeth as we investigate what dinosaurs must have eaten. Hatch your own dinosaur and determine its type, what it liked to eat, and how it lived millions of years ago. Design and create an elaborate habitat that your dinosaur can call home. On Wednesday, parents will drop off and pick up at Morrill Hall where you will get up close and personal with some real dinosaur fossils! Taught by Kasey Dils, Doane University Elementary and Special Education Major Sponsored by Whitehead Oil Company
q LEGO® WeDo Robotics
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 714 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered in the morning as class #612, and during Week 1 as class #206. Please refer to class #206 description in Week 1. Taught by Tammy Sheldon, After School LEGO® Instructor Sponsored by Rick and Jennifer Thompson
q Exploring Natural Disasters
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 716 Location: Holmes Elementary
q Funky Furniture
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 628 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #726.
Start searching the thrift stores now for a piece of wooden furniture. Then take that flea market trash and transform it into a fun, funky piece you’ll treasure for years to come. Use paint, metallic markers, polymer clay and mosaic to create designs everywhere! Please wear old clothing and shoes. Bring your piece of furniture with you the first day of class as you will spend the day sanding and priming. Furniture should be made of wood and easily fit through a classroom door. Items such as small dressers, desks, chairs, large mirror frames and tables would be appropriate. Taught by Kathy Stewart, Humann Elementary School Art Specialist
Do you feel the ground shaking? Oh no, it’s an EARTHQUAKE! This is one of many topics that will be explored as we swirl like a tornado into learning about natural disasters. As you learn how these disasters can occur, you will create different types of disasters using food experiments. These might include a gelatin and marshmallow earthquake, a chocolatey mudslide, or an icy blizzard. Investigate where disasters happen across the United States and research how they occur. Warn visitors to be careful on Friday when they visit our classroom -- or they might be blown away by a wind storm! Taught by Radious Walker-Woods, UNL Education Major
q Imagination Illustration
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 718 Location: Holmes Elementary
q Guitar Discovery
Grades Completed: 4–8 Class #: 630 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered during Week 5 as class #828. Guitar Discovery is for the beginner who has no experience at all with the guitar, or the person who has some rough basic guitar skills. If you want to learn how to play guitar (notes, riffs, chords, songs) this class is a great introduction. Small groups each work with an instructor, which means a lot of fun and learning can take place. You’ll be loaned an electric guitar by Dietze Music for the class, which you can take home each night to practice. You’ll receive a packet of information with songs, riffs, exercises and notes that you’ll keep and be able to learn from for years to come. If you’re willing to practice, we’ll show you the way forward to rocking the guitar! On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up their students at Dietze Music Briarhurst (S. 48th & Hwy 2) for a class that will include a tour of the music store and instrument repair shop, plus regular small group learning and fun. Taught by Scott Colborn, Local Music Veteran and Guitar Teacher Sponsored by Dietze Music House
Become an illustrator and write your own story worthy of a spot on the library shelf. Improve your drawing skills and create a dynamic character to star in your very own book. Create characters and backgrounds using pencil, colored pencil, marker, pen, pastel and watercolors. Bring your character to life and create a hand puppet to help tell your story. Finish the week sharing your handmade book at the gallery showing. Taught by Aileen Wiles, Artist
q Rocket Quest
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 720 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $8 Materials Explore the sky with Rocket Quest! Students will build their own reusable flying model rocket powered by a solid-fuel model rocket engine. As we build, students will learn about Newton’s Laws, aerodynamics, chemical reactions and so much more! Other activities may include designing paper airplanes, experimenting with baking soda and vinegar rockets, and Skyping with a representative from NASA! Taught by Adam Janda, Seward Public Schools Elementary Teacher
q World Music Drumming
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 632 Location: Holmes Elementary Travel around the world without leaving Lincoln! Join us to learn hand drumming taught in traditional form by a certified World Music Drumming trainer. We’ll explore music based in West Africa and Cuba along with some contemporary uses in world music drumming. Students will also be creating small group compositions that they will perform on our final sharing day. Taught by Mark Irvin, Irving Middle School Instrumental Teacher
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q Hogwarts Academy: Wizarding Treats and Ancient Runes
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 722 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $7 Materials Enjoy a week full of homemade snacks from the legendary Honeydukes sweet shop in Hogsmeade as you advance your magical education in Hogwarts classes. Begin by stirring up wizarding treats such as butterbeer, pumpkin pasties and chocolate frogs. Study the Ancient Runes to create secret codes and join the Frog Choir to practice both your artistic and croaking talents. Come ready to get messy because you will spend time everywhere from the Honeydukes kitchen to the Hogwarts gardens as you tend the potion plants and search for Fire Seeds. Taught by Professor Sprout, aka Hannah Lindokken, Elliott Elementary School Teacher
q Lost in Wonder
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 724 Location: Holmes Elementary
q Fluffy Friends
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 702 Location: Holmes Elementary Do you have a special stuffed friend? In this class we will spend the week creating fun items for your fluffy friends. Activities may include building a bed, weaving a blanket, writing stories, reading, and using your imagination to draw a new fluffy friend. Be sure to bring your favorite stuffed friend with you to class! Taught by Angela Penner, Sheridan Elementary School Teacher
q Safari Adventures
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 704 Location: Holmes Elementary Are you ready for a wild adventure? Join us on a search to find out what safari animals in the wild need to survive. Learn about the adaptations these animals must have in order to stay away from their enemies. Through books, games and art projects, learn about how an animal’s body covering, color or speed could save its life. Taught by Lennea Lacey, Morley Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Hoppe, Inc.
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We are all WONDERS! “I think there should be a rule that everyone in the world should get a standing ovation at least once in their lives.” – Auggie, from the book “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio. Using the popular book as a guide, we will engage in daily activities to find our own courage and bravery. We will “choose kind” and discuss what that means for us personally and for our community at large. It takes so little kindness to make such a big difference. Along the way, we will develop friendships and support one another in our quest to bring kindness to the world. Who knows, we may even have our own standing ovation! Taught by Mikayla Young, Kloefkorn Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Olsson Associates
q Funky Furniture
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 726 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials This class is also offered in the morning as class #628. Start searching the thrift stores now for a piece of wooden furniture. Then take that flea market trash and transform it into a fun, funky piece you’ll treasure for years to come. Use paint, metallic markers, polymer clay and mosaic to create designs everywhere! Please wear old clothing and shoes. Bring your piece of furniture with you the first day of class as you will spend the day sanding and priming. Furniture should be made of wood and easily fit through a classroom door. Items such as small dressers, desks, chairs, large mirror frames and tables would be appropriate. Taught by Kathy Stewart, Humann Elementary School Art Specialist Sponsored by Steve and Carol Letts
q It’s All Greek to Me: Olympus Adventures
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 820 Location: Holmes Elementary
JULY 9–13 9 AM–4 PM
Can you imagine fighting the many-headed Hydra, stealing the Golden Fleece from a fire-breathing dragon, or flying with wings of wax and feathers? If you think you can defeat the Basilisk or the Minotaur, then spend the week on Mt. Olympus exploring the gods and goddesses of Greek myths and legends. Learn about the Trojan War, perform a play, write myths and compete in an Arachne weaving contest. A week-long board-game of By Jove! and standing with Greek Hoplites with an outdoor game called Phalanx are just part of the fun. We will end our week with a Greek feast, dressing in tunics and sharing the week’s adventure on Mt. Olympus. If you enjoyed “The Lightning Thief,” you’ll love Olympus Adventures. Taught by Shelley Clayburn, Rousseau Elementary School Teacher; Neal Clayburn, Nebraska State Education Association (NSEA) Associate Executive Director and Nick Clayburn, Lincoln High School Math Teacher Sponsored by Mark T. and Margaret L. Seacrest Family Charitable Foundation
q Makit Messy: Slime & Splatter Engineering Day Camp q
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 838 Location: UNL City Campus—Othmer Hall Fee: $20 Facilities In the laboratories and classrooms on the UNL campus and The Career Academy at Southeast Community College, learn about engineering and the design process used to define and solve problems to improve your world. You will be introduced to the Engineering Grand Challenges and various disciplines of engineering through special presentations and activities by College of Engineering faculty, students, and staff. Activities throughout the week may include designing with VEX robotics, creating a simple lie detector, solar energy activities, designing roller coasters, and more. Campus and city tours may include Memorial Stadium, the Tractor Test lab, the UNL Dairy Store, or even a visit to an engineering company. Activities will take place at UNL City Campus on Monday and Thursday, UNL East Campus on Tuesday, and The Career Academy on Wednesday and Friday. Parents will be responsible for student drop off and pick up at these sites on each day. Schedule is subject to change, with notice on Monday of the detailed final schedule. Join us to experience challenging activities and learn how engineering impacts the health, happiness and safety of your world! Taught by UNL faculty and TCA/SCC faculty Sponsored by LI-COR Biosciences, Inc.
9 AM–12 PM q Bubble Festival
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 806 Location: Holmes Elementary Spend the week as a “bubbleologist.” Discover what objects you can use to blow bubbles and which objects make the biggest or the smallest bubbles. During your week as a “bubbleologist,” you will create art using bubbles, make a different bubble wand each day and use your body and objects to make bubbles. Be prepared to get messy and perform fun experiments! Taught by Angela Penner, Sheridan Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Jeff and Sarah David
q Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive You Silly!
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 808 Location: Holmes Elementary Join the fun as you bring Mo Willems’ friends Pigeon, Elephant and Piggie to life in a week of writing, drama, crafts and games. Star in your own story with your favorite stuffed animal just like Trixie and Knufflebunny. Design props and construct puppets to act out the friendship ups and downs of Elephant and Piggie. Don’t let the Pigeon finish this class without you! Taught by Kristin Meyer, LPS Paraeducator and Gifted Mentor
q Magnificent Matter: Solids, Liquids and Gases
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 810 Location: Holmes Elementary Explore what makes up the world around you! Learn about solids, liquids and gases through fun activities, projects and science experiments. Make your own sidewalk chalk, create an explosion in a sack, and form sand from the moon! On Friday, we will welcome guests into our classroom to help create our own special paint and view the projects we created. Taught by Macy Mancuso, Millard Public Schools Elementary Teacher Sponsored by Lincoln Industries
q Art and Magic of FROZEN
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 802 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #902.
Discover the magic of “Frozen” through science and art as you create a classroom kingdom of ice and snow. Learn the secrets of Elsa’s magic touch so you can freeze water with the touch of your finger and build your own frosty Olaf in the middle of the summer. Projects may include creating ice sculptures, snowflakes, snow slime, erupting snowballs and so much more as you learn about the magic of liquids and solids with ice and snow. Taught by Michelle Jensen, Zeman Elementary School Teacher and Jessica Dubas, Belmont Elementary School Teacher
q Book and Cook
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 804 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials Calling all readers and cooks! Have you ever wondered how books and cooking are alike? This class will enrich your brain and fill your stomach through fun literature, food experiences and art projects. Explore using your senses while reinforcing healthy food habits and the love of reading. Learn about ingredients, utensils and kitchen safety. Bon appétit! Taught by Ligsi Palensky, Retired LPS Teacher Sponsored by Runza® Restaurants
q Rainforest Adventure: Under the Canopy
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 812 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials It’s dark, it’s wet and it’s home to thousands of exotic plants and animals. Explore the tall, dense jungle and its exotic species as you plant your very own mini-rainforest, create a rain stick and make a papier-mache snake. Additional activities include creating a giant mural of the rainforest canopy layers and researching your favorite rainforest animal. Don’t miss out on this wild, wet and fun adventure! Taught by Katelyn Domeier, Arnold Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by General Excavating
q Reptiles Rock!
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 814 Location: Holmes Elementary Come slither, swim, creep and crawl with the amazing reptiles. Learn how they change colors, walk on water, bask, hiss and spit. Discover all about cool sidewinders, boas and Komodo dragons. Meet famous reptiles in books, make crafts and food, learn about reptile habitats, design a t-shirt and join in the “Reptile Rap.” Real reptiles will visit our class 4 out of 5 days and handling them is optional. “Iguana” see you there! Bring a plain white t-shirt. Taught by Sheila Ziems, Trinity Lutheran Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Bison, Inc.
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 822 Location: Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio Fee: $20 Materials This class is also offered during Week 1 as class #128. Spend the week with us at Makit Takit as we explore the messiest of crafts. We’ll be making several different kinds of slime, splatter painting, and learning how to do pour paintings. We’ll also spend some time making prints using gel plates and turning those prints into journals we’ll use as we explore a wide variety of mixed media techniques. We can’t forget our spa day, either! We’ll be making sugar scrubs and bath bombs to help us clean up after a week of messy making. Taught by Christy Nelson, owner of Makit Takit: Lincoln’s Craft Studio
q Jewelry Design Academy
Grades Completed: 3–6 Class #: 824 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials Learn the latest tricks, trends and techniques for using tools, beads and findings to create a unique piece of jewelry. Use creative materials such as shrink plastic, bottle caps, metal stamps and beads to create necklaces, bracelets, bookmarks, earrings and much more. Guest designers will share their work and help students learn what it is like to start a business. On Friday, parents and guests will have an opportunity to see the projects from the week and complete an activity taught by our student designers. Taught by Annie Leaf, Rousseau and Roper Elementary School Teacher, and McKinsey Leaf, Fashion Design Major and Entrepreneur Sponsored by Union Bank & Trust
q Pedal Power
Grades Completed: 3–6 Class #: 826 Location: Outdoor Adventures Center at UNL Fee: $13 Facilities The trails are open and ready to ride! With the help of UNL Outdoor Adventure Center, spend a week enjoying the fresh air, developing your riding skills and building your confidence on trails (closed course, single-track, and the streets of Lincoln). Learn about the ABC Quick Check, how to change a tire, and basic bike maintenance skills as you develop your riding skills for transportation and recreation. On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up at Van Dorn Park (9th & High Street). The closing ceremony will begin at 11:15 AM on Friday and all are welcome. Students must bring a bicycle and helmet. A water bottle and cycling gloves are recommended. Taught by Kyle Hansen, Outdoor Adventures Coordinator, Experiential Educator Sponsored by Kenneth and Ernestine Von Bargen
q Paddle Sports: Hit the Water
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 830 Location: Holmes Lake Park Fee: $20 Facilities Build your skills and open the door to become a lifelong lover of aquatic paddle sports. Learn how to control a kayak and then further develop your skills and comfort in the boat by playing games. Discover how to paddle when conditions are not always favorable, and take a turn at maneuvering canoes and stand up paddle boards. On Monday the class will take place in the East High School pool to help you become comfortable with kayaks and to introduce general paddle skills. Tuesday through Friday, classes will be at Holmes Lake to practice with the added challenge of wind and waves. Please note: This is a water sport. Students should be comfortable in and around water. Life jackets and all equipment will be provided. Students are required to wear a properly fitted life jacket during class. Bring a towel, wear shoes that can get wet or sandals with straps, and wear clothing you would be comfortable swimming in. In case of inclement weather, class will be held at the Lincoln East High School pool. Taught by Todd Grier, Outdoor Adventures Coordinator
q Sew, SO Easy
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 834 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $18 Materials This class is also offered in the afternoon as class #926.
Have you ever wanted to make your own fashion statement by sewing unique creations with a sewing machine? Learn basic hand stitching and the use of a sewing machine along with how to pin and cut out a pattern. Create your own bookmark or bracelet, headbands, personalized pillowcase and more. Receive your own personal sewing kit to use and take home. On Friday, these projects will be “all sewn up” for an open house! Beginning and experienced students are welcome. Sewing machines provided by Randolph Vac & Sew. Taught by Nancy Hove-Graul, Architect and Former LPS Gifted Mentor and Lora Carpenter-Janike, Certified Teacher and enthusiastic crafter Sponsored by Randolph Vac & Sew
q Robotics: LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3, Levels 2 & 3
Grades Completed: 4–7 Class #: 832 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials Please refer to day camp #316 description in Week 2. Taught by Adam Janda, Seward Public Schools Elementary Teacher Sponsored by Mark and Deanna Hutchins
q Guitar Discovery
Grades Completed: 4–8 Class #: 828 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered during Week 4 as class #630. Guitar Discovery is for the beginner who has no experience at all with the guitar, or the person who has some rough basic guitar skills. If you want to learn how to play guitar (notes, riffs, chords, songs) this class is a great introduction. Small groups each work with an instructor, which means a lot of fun and learning can take place. You’ll be loaned an electric guitar by Dietze Music for the class, which you can take home each night to practice. You’ll receive a packet of information with songs, riffs, exercises and notes that you’ll keep and be able to learn from for years to come. If you’re willing to practice, we’ll show you the way forward to rocking the guitar! On Thursday, parents will drop off and pick up their students at Dietze Music Briarhurst (S. 48th & Hwy 2) for a class that will include a tour of the music store and instrument repair shop, plus regular small group learning and fun. Taught by Scott Colborn, Local Music Veteran and Guitar Teacher Sponsored by Dietze Music House
q Can’t Stop Coding
Grades Completed: 5–7 Class #: 836 Location: Holmes Elementary Spend a week exploring coding and learning algorithms, binary code, functions and digital citizenship. We will do a number of activities plugged and unplugged as we problem solve, create and build games. Work independently and in small groups during the week on coding lessons. Be ready to stretch out of your comfort zone as you try new things and experiment throughout the week. Taught by Ashley Wagner, Certified Teacher
q Fairytale Singers
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 816 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $20 Materials Live a fairytale life for a week this summer and join the Fairytale Singers, a unique choral experience with choreography. Designed to introduce you to vocal technique and life skills to live like those in a fairytale, you will learn note-reading skills, singing techniques, performance skills, and just what it takes to be a prince or princess! Together the Fairytale Singers will dance and sing happily ever after. Taught by Sydney Timmons, Music Teacher at Harris Academy of the Arts
q Aim for the Target
Grades Completed: 3–5 Class #: 818 Location: Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Education Center Fee: $18 Facilities An all-around outdoor skills class with archery, slingshots, tomahawks, atlatl, crossbows and more. Enjoy a week with the Outdoor Education Center staff exploring and challenging yourself in a variety of outdoor skills with an emphasis on safety. Become an outdoor skill scientist as you discover the physics of the arrow hitting the bullseye, how energy will heat a Dutch Oven treat, and test gravity from a projectile released from your slingshot. Each day participate in exciting range activities that develop concentration and coordination as you work to be the one selected for “Range Commander” status: Will you be the one? Youth must be 8 years old or older. Taught by Jim Rosenberger, East High School Teacher and Avid Outdoorsman
12 PM–4 PM q Ocean Discovery
Grades Completed: K–1 Class #: 904 Location: Holmes Elementary Let’s go on a deep-sea adventure! Dive in and discover the depths of the ocean. Visit the ocean habitat to learn about creatures that live in this environment. Check out the sand and ocean waves. Get to know the fish, whales, dolphins and sea creatures that swim and survive in these waters - but watch out for sharks! Perform scientific inquiries about water and sand. You’ll have a splashing good time with art, literature, songs and games. Taught by Morgan Ernesti, Milford Elementary School Teacher
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q Art and Magic of FROZEN
Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 902 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the morning as class #802.
Discover the magic of “Frozen” through science and art as you create a classroom kingdom of ice and snow. Learn the secrets of Elsa’s magic touch so you can freeze water with the touch of your finger and build your own frosty Olaf in the middle of the summer. Projects may include creating ice sculptures, snowflakes, snow slime, erupting snowballs and so much more as you learn about the magic of liquids and solids with ice and snow. Taught by Michelle Jensen, Zeman Elementary School Teacher and Jessica Dubas, Belmont Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Bruce and Lisa Mansur
q Color Your World
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Grades Completed: K–2 Class #: 906 Location: Holmes Elementary Join us for a vibrant week filled with creativity, imagination and exploration into the world of color. Learn about the history and science of color. Create rainbows and your own crayons from scratch. Use crayons to explore a variety of science experiments and art techniques. Write your own script, create costumes and perform your original production of “The Day the Crayons Quit” at the Friday open house. Taught by Letti Connelly, Nebraska City Public Schools Elementary Teacher Sponsored by Assurity Life Insurance Company
q Build Like an Engineer
Grades Completed: 1–2 Class #: 908 Location: Holmes Elementary Do you like challenges? Can you change a flat shape into a three dimensional structure? Work with a partner to complete building challenges using a variety of materials such as play dough, sticks, marshmallows or straws. Use the engineering process to test and improve your ideas as you build a bridge for 21 elephants, test the strength of spaghetti, build something that turns and create buildings and other giant structures with life-sized interlocking tubes and spheres. Are you up to the engineering challenge? Taught by Ligsi Palensky, Retired LPS Teacher Sponsored by Lincoln Industries
q LEGO® WeDo Robotics
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 910 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $5 Materials This class is also offered during Weeks 1 and 4 as classes #206, #612 and #714.
Please refer to class #206 description in Week 1. Taught by Tammy Sheldon, After School LEGO® Instructor
q More Marvelous Matter
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 912 Location: Holmes Elementary Explore what makes up the world around you! Learn about solids, liquids and gases through fun activities, projects and science experiments. Make fake snow, different types of paint, and silly putty! On Friday, we will welcome guests into our classroom to view the projects we created throughout the week and help make homemade sidewalk chalk. Taught by Macy Mancuso, Millard Public Schools Elementary Teacher Sponsored by Digity
q Rainforest Adventure: Under the Canopy
Grades Completed: 2–3 Class #: 916 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $10 Materials It’s dark, it’s wet, and it’s home to thousands of exotic plants and animals. Explore the tall, dense jungle and its exotic species as you plant your very own mini-rainforest, create a rain stick and make a papiermâché snake. Additional activities include creating a giant mural of the rainforest canopy layers and researching your favorite rainforest animal. Don’t miss out on this wild, wet and fun adventure! Taught by Katelyn Domeier, Arnold Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Olsson Family Foundation
q Radical Roadtrip
Grades Completed: 2–4 Class #: 914 Location: Holmes Elementary Ready to travel? I have been to all 50 states and will introduce you to so many wonderful parts of our country. We will create maps, learn state names and trivia, have a suitcase relay race, play Twister on our outdoor map, and explore different modes of transportation. Hop on – don’t be left behind! Taught by Kristin Meyer, LPS Paraeducator and Gifted Mentor
q Reptiles Rule
Grades Completed: 3–4 Class #: 918 Location: Holmes Elementary Come slither, swim, creep and crawl with the amazing reptiles. Learn how they change colors, walk on water, bask, hiss and spit. Discover all about cool sidewinders, boas and Komodo dragons. Make crafts and food, learn about reptile habitats, design a t-shirt and join in the “Reptile Rap.” Real reptiles will visit our class 4 out of 5 days and handling them is optional. “Iguana” see you there! Bring a plain white t-shirt. Taught by Sheila Ziems, Trinity Lutheran Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Olsson Family Foundation
q You Can Be a Veterinarian!
Grades Completed: 3–4 Class #: 920 Location: Holmes Elementary Do you have a passion for dogs and have you considered a career as a veterinarian? Meet a retired veterinarian, learn in-depth information about dogs, and study diseases that can be found in both humans and canines. On Wednesday, parents will drop off and pick up at the Optimum Pet Health and Wellness Center (84th & Lexington) for a behind-the-scenes look at animal care and disease prevention. Complete the first step in making your dreams of becoming a vet come true! Taught by Julie Metteer, Morley Elementary School Teacher Sponsored by Broadcast House
q Adventure to Whangdoodle Land
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 922 Location: Holmes Elementary Travel into the imaginary world of Whangdoodle with the aid of your Scrappy Cap! You must be brave and ready to encounter many creatures like the ten-legged Sidewinders, the furry Fluke, and the friendly Whiffle Bird. Using the story, “The Last of the Really Great Whangdoodles,” written by Julie Andrews, you will create art that represents the many characters and themes found in this extremely descriptive book. The characters will come to life as parts of the story are acted out. Knowledge of the story is helpful but not required to enjoy the class.
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q Rocket Blast
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 924 Location: Holmes Elementary Fee: $16 Materials Blast off with Rocket Blast! In this class, we will build a modular rocket and revise it three times in three unique configurations. As we experiment with different rocket designs we will learn how they are affected by Newton’s Laws, aerodynamics, gravity, stability, and other factors. This class is great for both first-time rocket builders and experienced builders. First-time builders will learn how to measure, cut, glue, align and troubleshoot when building model rockets. Experienced builders will gain the skills they need to engineer their own unique rocket designs. Other activities may include designing paper airplanes, experimenting with baking soda and vinegar rockets, and Skyping with a representative from NASA! Taught by Adam Janda, Seward Public Schools Elementary Teacher Sponsored by James Stuart III Family Foundation
q Sew, SO Easy
Grades Completed: 4–6 Class #: 926 Location: Holmes Elementary This class is also offered in the morning as class #834.
Have you ever wanted to make your own fashion statement by sewing unique creations with a sewing machine? Learn basic hand stitching and the use of a sewing machine along with how to pin and cut out a pattern. Create your own bookmark or bracelet, headbands, personalized pillowcase and more. Receive your own personal sewing kit to use and take home. On Friday, these projects will be “all sewn up” for an open house! Beginning and experienced students are welcome. Sewing machines provided by Randolph Vac & Sew. Taught by Nancy Hove-Graul, Architect and Former LPS Gifted Mentor and Lora Carpenter-Janike, Certified Teacher and enthusiastic crafter Sponsored by Randolph Vac & Sew
q Genetic Engineering
Grades Completed: 6–8 Class #: 928 Location: Holmes Elementary Discover how genetic engineering is a common and essential practice in biotechnology and how scientists are using genetically modified organisms (GMOs). In our classroom lab, you will purify plasmids and inoculate bacterial cultures to create glowing bacteria (a genetically modified organism). In addition, you will also have an opportunity to bring the abstract concept of DNA into a concrete visual by isolating and storing your DNA in a unique necklace. Taught by Shelly Fargo, Lincoln High School International Baccalaureate Science Teacher and Lindsey Moore, Outdoor Coordinator Nebraska EPSCoR
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