CO-ED 2018
Academic, Artistic, Athletic, and just plain fun! Something for everyone!
Table of Contents Bookends Program (Pre-K- Grade 5)
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The care and individualized
Pre-K-Kindergarten
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attention my child gets sets
Grades 1-3
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CSG Summer Programs
Grades 4-9
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Grades 9-12
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General Information
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Policies and Procedures
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How to Register
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apart from other summer
The counselors get him and like him for who he is experiences.
Something For Everyone! Kick it up this summer with great opportunities for boys and girls pre-k through grade 12. Academic, artistic, athletic, and just plain fun! Dear CSG Summer Programs Families, Summer is an excellent time for children to develop new interests, reinforce learning habits, and explore a range of new opportunities. Rooted in STEM/STEAM principles, CSG Summer Programs’ student-centered classes are centered on academic enrichment and experiential learning, all in a fun summer environment. Whether in the classroom, at the pool, on the playing field, or at one of many city venues, CSG Summer Programs have been developed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence in each child. We honor diversity as a central focus of learning and welcome all children, boys and girls, ages 3-18 from throughout central Ohio.
This year we are really excited for: • Reduced registration costs! •
New themes for Pre-K - Grade 3!
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50% of the classes for Grades 4-9 are new!
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Piloting new full-day programming for grades 1-3 with guest teachers!
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New Zoom! Program adventures!
Join us at CSG Summer Programs where students make new friends, learn new skills, explore, play, perform, create, and much, much more.
Warm Regards,
Rachel Barends, Director of CSG Summer Programs
Whether your children are artists, actors, scientists, writers, athletes, or anything in between, we invite them to explore their many talents and interests with us! Our goal is to provide a comprehensive co-educational experience for children from Pre-K through grade 12, in which children have opportunities to explore many of their educational and extracurricular interests. We have added new and exciting academic enrichment classes that provide opportunities for your child in areas where they may benefit from extra support. Sports programs are also available to develop their athletic abilities. Several credit courses are offered for students in grades 9-12, as well as noncredit classes geared towards college prep. Our Summer Programs are designed to help students develop new interests and friendships in a fun, stimulating, learningcentered environment blended with challenges and adventures that offer unique, confidencebuilding educational experiences. Come enjoy summer’s casual atmosphere in CSG’s state-of-theart facilities. We look forward to having you join us on our summer adventures!
Bookends Program Pre-K - Grade 5
June 11-15, 2018 and August 6-10, 2018
NEW FOR 2018!
• More time spent in nature • Organic fun • Better communication • Shorter day • Reduced registration fee
QUICK FACTS • Extending our Summer Program offerings • For students entering Pre-K through Grade 5 • Lunch and snacks not provided • Pre-season June 11 – June 15 • Post season August 6 – August 10 TIMES • 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. • Extended care options available WEEKLY COST • $300.00
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CSG Summer Programs is excited to offer additional
Bookends Sample Schedule:
programing for the weeks before and after our regularly-
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Before care
scheduled programs, in June and August. “Bookends” is open
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Morning meetings, beginning of day
to all students ages Pre-K through grade 5. Both weeks you can
activities
expect fun, age-appropriate field trips that inspire curious young
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
minds to engage the world around them. We will create our
for creek adventure
own artwork with materials found on our field trips, make board
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
games come to life in exciting and messy new ways, try our hand
to CSG
at face painting, and so much more! Each week will have its own
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Children ages 3-5 enjoy a rest time
thematic adventures connecting the morning discoveries to our
Children in grades 1-5 partake in a
afternoon activities in order to build on new knowledge gained
riveting game of “Messy Twister”
each day. For these two weeks, you can expect the high quality
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Board games or outdoor games
of CSG Summer Programs in a more relaxed atmosphere as we
depending on the weather
gear up for our summer adventures and/or celebrate the end of
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Clean up, end of day activities
summer together.
3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
After care
Field trip Sharon Woods Metro Park Enjoy our packed lunch and head back
Participants will need to bring their own lunch and snacks as we will be enjoying lunch off campus nearly every day. We will start and end our day as a large group and separate into smaller groups (by grade level) as needed for our daily trips and activities.
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Pre-K - Kindergarten June 18, 2018 - August 3, 2018 Full and Half-day Options
NEW FOR 2018! • 7 new weekly themes
• Weekly dress-up days in correlation with weekly theme • Weekly baking projects • Reduced registration fee
QUICK FACTS • For students ages 3-5 • All students participate in daily swim lessons • Based on week-long themes • Lunch and snacks provided for all Explore! students • Half-day and full-day options • Afternoon students take field trips twice a week • Weekly music class TIMES • Full-day 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. • Half-day 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. • Extended care available. • No programming will be held on July 4 in observance of Independence Day WEEKLY COST • Half-Day: $175.00 • Full-Day: $350.00
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This exploratory program is for children ages 3-5, who will be
the natural world. While typical playgrounds provide children
entering Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten this fall. It offers a
with a structured setting in which they can develop large-
co-educational, academically and socially enriching curriculum
motor skills, CSG’s natural play space also encourages children
that allows children to expand their horizons and explore
to interact dynamically with their play space, inviting them
the world around them. Children lead the discovery process
to create meaningful play scenarios. Our student-designed
through literature and project-based learning. CSG Summer
tree house, mud kitchen and water table provides a unique
Programs’ unique approach emphasizes the development of
occasion for wonder. They offer a world of creative possibilities,
the whole child and encourages children to become proactive
opportunities for discovery, and an appreciation of the outdoors.
in their learning and discoveries. Your child will view the world
Exploring the Arts
through joyous, curious eyes, seeing possibility and opportunity in every activity. Each day provides authentic and engaging ways for children to interact with each other and learn from their surroundings!
Our curriculum encourages students to explore their creativity through visual arts, dramatic play, baking projects, and a weekly music class.
Exploring the Classroom This program is located in CSG’s Columbia House, a separate
I like the balance between
on-campus facility designed specifically for Early Childhood
fun and education.
development. Young children enrolled in the program will have the opportunity to engage in age-appropriate activities that promote independent thinking, problem-solving, and socialemotional growth. Each classroom is equipped with centers for writing, building, dramatic play, and sensory exploration. Columbia House also offers a shared studio space for collaborative, integrated media projects with a new theme each week. Such classroom and studio work deepens understanding and provides the kind of hands-on exploration that promotes excitement in learning!
Exploring the Water All students will have the opportunity to partake in daily swimming lessons from our WSI certified swim staff. These Water Safety Instructors will evaluate each child’s strengths and group students based on skill and comfort in the water.
Sample Explore! Program Schedule 7:30 a.m.
Before Hours Program
8:25 a.m.
Students arrive at CSG Summer Programs
8:30 a.m.
Classroom Time
9:30 a.m.
Swimming Lessons
11:00 a.m.
Lunch
11:30 a.m.
Outdoor play and Half-day student pick-up
12:00 p.m.
Rest
1:00 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3:30 p.m.
Classroom Time/Field Trip
End of the day meeting and pack-up Full-day student pick-up
3:30-6:00 p.m. After Hours Program
Swim lessons help children strengthen their bodies, develop and refine large motor skills and learn a lifelong skill while having fun! Children will be encouraged to challenge themselves to grow as swimmers and become confident in an aquatic environment.
Exploring the Outdoors Our natural outdoor play space enhances the range of learning by inviting children to re-imagine how they engage in outdoor
*Please Note: All students must be fully toilet trained. Full-day option will only be offered to 3-year-olds who have had previous day care experience. Weekly theme descriptions can be found in the Morning Programs Grades 1-3 section of the course catalog on pages 7 & 8.
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Grades 1 - 3 June 18, 2018 - August 3, 2018
NEW FOR 2018! • 7 new weekly themes
• Weekly dress up days in correlation with weekly themes • Reduced registration fee • Piloting new programs with guest vendors
QUICK FACTS • For students entering Grades 1-3 • Learning opportunities are designed around week-long themes • Lunch provided for full-day students (Lunch option available for half-day students for an additional fee of $30 per week) • Dedication to curriculum that is empowering and cutting edge. Programming includes STEM/ STEAM principles. Lessons meet each student at their level and activities become more challenging as grade level increases. •
Morning Program includes: • Math, Science, and Literacy lessons incorporated into daily classroom time, in fun ways • All students participate in daily swim lessons • Art class 3 days a week • Music class 2 days a week
• Afternoon Program includes: • Zoom! Afternoon Adventure • Sports Program Times • Half-day classes: Morning program 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Afternoon program 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. • Full-day classes: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. • Extended care options available • No programming will be held on July 4, in observance of Independence Day New Weekly Cost • Half Day $175.00-$200.00 • Full day $425.00
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Grades 1-3 Sample Schedule
travelers this week.
7:30 a.m.
Before Hours Program
8:25 a.m.
Students arrive at CSG
8:30 a.m.
Classroom Program
9:30 a.m.
Art or Music Class
10:30 a.m.
Swimming Lessons
11:30 a.m.
Half-day Dismissal / Full-day Lunch
12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Zoom!, Sports Program, (or return to
full-day class weeks 1 & 2)
Week 4 All About Games
3:30 p.m.
Full-day Dismissal
Have you ever thought about what makes some games flop
3:35 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
After Hours Program
while others are so much fun to play? We will talk about
Morning Programs CSG Summer Programs are committed to an integrated learning experience for young children, offering learning opportunities designed to enrich creative minds. This program is open to children entering grades 1-3, and offers a unique blend of investigative and child-centered learning focused around weekly themes. Math, science, and literacy skills are woven into each day’s lessons. Partnered alongside the many exciting learning opportunities in the classroom, participants will also attend
Week 3 Fun Factory Welcome to CSGSP’s Fun Factory! Robots come in all shapes and sizes and help us do so many things! Let us explore the robots around us and talk to the engineers who design them. Then, we will begin to take things apart and invent our own creations. Come build with us!
strategies of board games this week and design our own together!
Week 5 When I Grow Up There are endless possibilities of what you could be when you grow up. Let’s explore those together! What do we need to succeed? How can we become tomorrow’s leaders? We will spend the week exploring different career paths and talking about the leadership qualities needed to be successful no matter what we choose when we grow up! On Friday we will dress up in our favorite costumes and share what we have
swimming lessons, an art class, and a general music class to
learned.
round out an active morning.
Week 6 Once Upon a Summer
THEME ACTIVITIES BY WEEK Week 1 Hawaiian Hullabaloo
Spend time with us this week as we explore fairy tales! After
Aloha! Have you ever been to Hawaii? It is the only state in the nation that grows coffee, has tropical rainforests, and is made
examining classic fairy tales, we will create our own characters and stories and even perform a short play. From “Once upon a time,” until, “they all lived happily ever after,” you will not want to
completely of islands! Let’s travel the distance to explore the
miss this!
volcanoes, outdoor adventures, beaches, coral reefs, and vast
Week 7 Superheroes Unite
beauty of the Hawaiian Islands! Don’t forget to “pack” your sunscreen, hat, camera, and walking shoes!
Week 2 Space Invasion Build a rocket ship and travel into space! We will pretend to walk on the moon and learn what makes up the Milky Way. Did you know astronauts become taller when they are in space? Did you know that if we could drive our cars straight into space, we
Who is your Superhero? It does not have to be Superman or Wonder Woman, it can be anyone you think has power to affect those around them in a positive way. Let’s get excited about everyday superheroes or maybe you can be your own! Whoosh into this week wearing your favorite cape, shirt, or sporting your favorite superhero backpack as we discover our own super powers.
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Grades 1–3
Laffalot: The Way Summer is meant to Be Played! New! Grades 1- 6 / Week 6 / $200 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Laffalot presents a program that is sure to have students asking for MORE! Our high energy and well-organized schedule excites and delights students as we play tons of games including dodgeball, floor hockey, basketball, kickball, soccer, and much, much more! Our staff is kind, patient, and highly involved as we keep participants active, entertained, and socially engaged! We know your student will be excited to come back each and every day! The Laffalot Summer Program is excited to join CSG Summer Programs and make this summer a summer to remember. Join us for the week and see what the Laff-ters
SPORTS PROGRAM
Grades 2-6 / Week 1, 2, 4-8 / $175 This program runs 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Our sports program introduces children to team and individual sports and the fundamentals of each athletic endeavor. The program is open to students in grades 2-6 and are co-ed (with the exception of girls’ field hockey). All programs take place in our state-of-the-art Wellness and Athletics Complex, which houses an extraordinary 8-lane swimming pool, an outdoor practice field, as well as two gyms, weight room, and yoga and fitness studios. Additionally, our Kirk Campus (located on N. Cassady Ave.) has wonderful athletic fields for soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse, as well as track and field facilities and tennis courts.
all about! This class will be taught by Laffalot Summer Camp.
Basketball Week 1
(Students will not attend swimming lessons, or art/music class).
Athletes will learn the fundamentals of basketball in a fun and energetic atmosphere. They will work on passing, dribbling,
Afternoon Programs After lunch (or arriving to CSG at 12:00 p.m.), students will spend the afternoon with us in one of the following programs. All classes are one week long, and meet in the afternoons from 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. All classes have a different registration fee, listed with the course description below. Students will register for ONE class per week.
shooting, and defensive skills and then use them in game play. Teamwork and sportsmanship will also be developed to enhance their love for the game.
Swimming & Diving Week 2 This swimming and diving clinic teaches kids all the skills necessary to be a competitive swimmer. Our coaches will provide a fun and challenging environment to learn all four competitive strokes, starts, and turns, as well as the basics of diving. Swimmers and divers will also get to compete in their
ZOOM! AFTERNOON ADVENTURES
favorite events in a fun swim meet at the conclusion of the week
Grades 1-2, 3-4, 5-8 / Week 1-8 / $200
that friends and family can watch.
This program runs 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m
Volleyball Week 4
Zoom! is an experiential Afternoon Adventure Program for children entering grades 1-8. It is an opportunity for students to rev-up their passion and curiosity by traveling to different exciting places around Columbus. Activities emphasize creative exploration and foster a joy of learning that deepens understanding and promotes group socialization. This summer let’s ice skate, paint our own pottery, canoe, or take a trip to the beach, the art museum, or a special adventure at the Columbus Zoo! Providing positive educational experiences for all students, the Zoom! Afternoon Adventure Program reinforces learning in a way that extends far beyond the classroom. Each day is a new experience and every week is different. Come Zoom!
The volleyball program will include instruction on fundamental skills such as passing, setting, serving, and attacking. After learning the fundamentals, athletes will have the opportunity to apply them in competitive drills and game-like situations. This clinic is perfect for athletes of all levels who enjoy team competition and making new friends!
Girls Field Hockey Week 5 Our goal is to teach FUNdamental field hockey skills in a positive learning environment. We strive to give each athlete the confidence and motivation to continue participating. We hope to spread our love for the sport to the next generation of field
around Columbus with us this summer! Depending on the
hockey players.
trip, occasionally we will have a later pick up. (This will be
Lacrosse Week 6
communicated accordingly. Schedules are shared a week in advance).
Our goal is to teach the fundamentals of lacrosse such as throwing, catching, cradling, and shooting in a positive learning environment. We will then incorporate those skills into fun drills
variety and good communication. Lots of
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and modified games. We strive to build confidence and spread enthusiasm and excitement for lacrosse.
Grades 1–3
Tennis Week 7 The tennis program introduces children in Grades 2-6 to the game of tennis in a way that is fun and age-appropriate. Instructors will focus on hand-eye coordination, foundation strokes, basic rules, tennis games, and good sportsmanship. No heavy competition—just good times and fun!
NEW! This year we are excited to announce that we are piloting new programs for grades 1-3.
the students how to utilize basic flight terminology to conquer fun and interactive flight challenges. Students will learn to pitch, yaw, and roll through self-created obstacle courses and then utilize iPads to code the drones through the obstacle courses. All students go home with interactive workbooks and plenty of Drobots Company keepsakes and trinkets so the memories last long beyond the summer. Drone safety and the social responsibilities of flying drones are included in this program. (Students will not attend swimming lessons, or art/music class).
Full-Day Programs CSG Summer Programs offers a few full-day courses for students entering grades 1-3. All classes are one week long, and meet in the whole day from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. All classes have a different registration fee, listed with the course description below. Students will register for ONE class per week.
Drobots Drone STEM Program: Intro to Drone Flying Missions Grades 1-3 / Week 1 / $425 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Intro to Drone Flying Missions is specifically designed for students with little to no experience flying drones. We use the safest and most reliable drone products on the market, including the Parrot™ drones for enhanced safety and most of all, fun. Students will learn the basics of drone technology and safety before taking to the air. Through the use of iPad flight simulators and clear instructions on basic flying maneuvers, young Drobots’ pilots will experience a program filled with excitement, games, challenges, and learning. Students work all week long to prepare for the most enjoyable part of the week: the Ultimate Drone Games that include events such as: Tic-TacDrone, Drone Darts, Duck-Duck-Drone, and more. All students go home with interactive workbooks and plenty of Drobots Company keepsakes and trinkets so the memories last long beyond the summer. Drone safety and the social responsibilities of flying drones are included in this program. (Students will not attend swimming lessons, or art/music class).
Drobots Drone STEM Program: Intro to Drone Coding Games Grades 1-3 / Week 2 / $425 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Intro to Drone Coding Games is specifically designed for students with little to no experience flying drones or coding. Students will learn the basic principles of how to code drones to fly. To complement the coding aspect of the program, we teach
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Grades 4-9 June 18, 2018 – August 3, 2018
NEW FOR 2018! • 14 new classes
• Reduced registration fee
QUICK FACTS • For students entering Grades 4-9 • 26 classes to choose from including: • Music & Theater • Cooking • Science & Engineering • Technology & Robotics • Mock Trial • Sports & Fitness • Art • Students may select one morning and one afternoon course, or one full-day course to enroll in each week • Lunch provided for all full-day students (Lunch option available for half-day students for an additional fee of $30 per week) TIMES • Half-day classes: Morning program 8:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m., Afternoon program 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. • Full-day classes 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. • Extended care options available • No programming will be held on July 4, in observance of Independence Day NEW WEEKLY COST • Classes are week-long, half-day $175-$200 • Full-day classes range from $325 - $500
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Morning Programs
American Sign Language New! Grades 4-8 / Week 1
CSG Summer Programs offers a wide variety of morning
Learn another language without using your voice! This is an
courses for students entering grades 4-9. All classes are one
American Sign Language class for beginners. You will be able
week long, and meet in the mornings from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
to communicate with your classmates through fun games and
All classes have a registration fee of $175, unless otherwise
many silent interactions, while learning about deaf culture along
noted. Students will register for ONE morning class per week.
the way!
Actors’ Theatre of Columbus at CSG
Clay with Us
Grades 4-9 / Week 4 / $200
Grades 4-8 / Week 4 / $200
CSG is excited to have Actors’ Theatre return for another year!
Whether you have experience with ceramics or are new to
In this class, students will create and perform a short play, as
clay as a medium, you will explore hand building, sculpture,
well as rehearse scripted scenes and monologues, experience
wheel throwing, and under-glaze decorating techniques. Join
improv, theatre games, and more. The class will culminate in a
professional ceramic artist, Sandra Lang, for a week of fun with
performance on Friday just before lunch; families are invited
clay.
to attend. This class will be taught by Andy Falter, Educational Director for Actors’ Theatre of Columbus.
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation New! Grades 4-6 / Week 4 / $200
All-Terrain Tracker New!
You will be the super science sleuths as you have fun learning
Grades 4-6 / Week 7 / $200
about forensics, crime scene investigations, and crime
How about some land rover excitement? Build and take home
lab chemistry while you perform as many as 15 different
your very own All-Terrain Tracker Vehicle that travels the rough
experiments designed to show you just how those tricky cases
terrain overcoming objects in its path. Sciensational Workshops
are solved. Search for the evidence, gather clues, and discover
will bring a challenging course of sand, stones, twigs, and balls for you to conquer. You will also learn about gears. Work in a group with your new friends as you design a robot you can control and build a Sumo wrestler to be part of our battle box events. This class will be taught by Sciensational Workshops.
A Week with American Girls New! Grades 4-6 / Week 2 Explore American history through the lens of the popular American Girl book series. As we read about Kit, Josefina, Melody, Samantha, and Rebecca, we will share trivia, crafts, games, hands-on activities and cooking. This week-long, fascinating glimpse into American history will conclude with an American Girl tea!
how science can help solve a mystery. Participants will dust for fingerprints, analyze handwriting, test for blood type using simulated blood, examine hair and clothing fibers, practice chemistry to identify mystery substances, and much more. Participants will then use their skills to solve crimes of the century. This class will be taught by Sciensational Workshops.
Culinary Chops Grades 4-8 / Week 5 / Grades 7- 9 / Week 6 Lunch: the favorite time of day for hungry CSG Summer Program students. Often taken for granted, the prepareation of lunch requires a lot of work behind the scenes. This week, come explore how to “survive the heat, or get out of the kitchen” as we explore culinary topics like making spice blends, intro to knife skills, kitchen safety and sanitization, farm to table experiences, WWW.COLUMBUSSCHOOLFORGIRLS.ORG/SUMMER
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GRADES 4-9 concepts discussed will range from static electricity (which will make your hair stand on end!), to the physics of bungee jumping (don’t try this at home), to the concepts of propulsion and flight (how do planes stay in the air?). Build your way through a week of exciting adventures!
iFilm Grades 4-9 / Week 2 Ever wonder what goes into making a YouTube video? iFilm is a 100% interactive class where you discover what it is like to be a director, actor, writer, and editor of a YouTube video series. Whether it is a comedy, drama, music video, or parody, we will learning the difference between corporate and restaurant dining, taste tests, fun food-related games, and so much more.
work as a creative team to bring your imagination to life and capture it on film.
Come eat your way through the week with us!
Junior Counselor New! Grades 8-9 / Week 2 / $125
Cupcake Boss Grades 4-9 / Week 3 / $160 No class July 4 / Week 7 / $175 A sweet tooth is required for this class of sugary concoctions! Students will have an opportunity to learn all about making some of their favorite treats. The smell of brownies, banana bread, and other baked goods will fill the air as we not only discover the secrets to some of the sweetest confections, but also receive instruction in the art of cake decorating. As each dessert is prepared, these chefs will have a chance to share their treats with their friends and families!
this summer to prepare you for future jobs? Do you like working with children? How about becoming a Junior Counselor for CSG Summer Programs? We will spend the first part of the week preparing for the job market – writing/improving our resumes, learning tips for interviewing, and discovering our strengths and how to utilize them. The last half of the week will be spent assisting teachers in the classrooms. After successful completion of this class, Junior Counselors are invited to volunteer for up to an additional three weeks assisting in classrooms. Pre-course requirements: Must complete application process (in addition
Design the Runway
to registration) and interview with the Director of Summer
Grades 4-6 / Week 5 / $200 Design your very own fashion line with us! Budding designers will create a one-of-a-kind piece with new and re-purposed goods and end the week with a Runway Show to stop Fashion Week! We will participate in several design challenges too. Come design your own runway with us! This class will be taught by Little Scholars.
Programs before June 1st and be accepted into this program.
Laffalot: The Way Summer is meant to Be Played! New! Grades 1-6 / Week 6 / $200 The Laffalot Summer Program is excited to join CSG Summer Programs and make this summer a summer to remember! Laffalot presents a program that is sure to have students
Engineering Design
asking for MORE! Our high energy and well-organized schedule
Grades 4-6 / Week 2 Explore the world of engineering and design in this fun, hands-on class. Start with an idea, design it on a computer, and see it come to life using a 3D printer. Using the fundamental principles of engineering design and physics, you will be building your own roller coasters and taking your learning to new heights by constructing and launching model rockets. Additional
Small ratio kids to staff –
Are you between 13-16 years old and looking for something to do
very nice!
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excites and delights students as we play tons of games including dodgeball, floor hockey, basketball, kickball, soccer, and much, much more! Our staff is kind, patient, and highly involved as we keep participants active, entertained, and socially engaged! We know your student will be excited to come back each and every day! Join us for the week and see what the Laff-ters all about! This class will be taught by Laffalot Summer Camp.
GRADES 4-9
Mock Trial Grades 7-9 / Week 4 “Order in the court! Order in the court!” Imagine yourself as a judge, hammering your gavel on the stand, or as a witness,
provide a swimsuit, towel, and great attitude! The Open Water course is eligible for college credit once certified! This class will be taught by Columbus Scuba. Students will be responsible for packing their own lunch on Thursday and Friday.
nervously preparing to testify against a thief, or even as a prosecutor, working to put criminals behind bars. You can play any of these roles and more in this summer’s Mock Trial class! Throughout the week we will learn about the variety of people and jobs involved in a court trial, visit a real courtroom, and be an active participant in a mock trial. “Your Honor, we find the defendant… guilty!”
Study Like a Scholar Grades 7-9 / Week 7 / $200 “Be sure to study for the test on Friday!” What does that REALLY mean? Students often need more guidance than they get in the classroom as they navigate the road of study skills. As students become more independent, we will provide them with the strategies that are most compatible with their learning style
Number Crunchers New! Grades 4-6 / Week 3 / $160 No class July 4
to get organized, take good notes and study effectively. This class will be taught by Little Scholars.
Have you ever been in a mental math game? Do you like to roll the dice? Do you have the edge to tackle mathematical concepts? Join us as we explore math in an all new way! We will enrich your math skills through math fact games, problemsolving competitions, logical reasoning and spatial math concept tournaments. Who knew math could be so much fun! This class will be taught by Little Scholars.
Robotic Arm Science New! Grades 4-7 / Week 6 / $200 Learn the science of robotics as you have fun building, commanding, and taking home your own five-motor arm! With your Robotic Arm you can command your gripper to open and close, move your robotic wrist, elbow, or base, and command vertical and horizontal reaching movements. Your robot will be equipped with 100 grams of lifting capacity. Additional
The Science of Food New! Grades 7-9 / Week 1 Are all calories bad? Do energy drinks actually give you energy? In this class, we will use hands-on science investigations to explore these questions and more. Come learn about the science of nutrition and how our bodies use the food.
Walking for Inspiration: A Creative Writing Class Grades 4-6 / Week 1 Enjoy the beautiful surrounding of Bexley as we seek inspiration and gather ideas for creative writing. Students will engage their five senses while learning about imagery, description, and poetry as they construct their own writing pieces and explore different surroundings including their own imaginations!
features include a searchlight on the gripper for night operation. With your Robotic Arm you will have total command and visual manipulation using the five-switch-wired controller. To round out the week, you will enjoy building a wide range of additional robotic designs with the robotic building system, participate in our robot Olympic style challenges, robot battles and more! This class will be taught by Sciensational Workshops.
Scuba Certification Grades 7-12 / Week 5 / $500 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. M-W, and 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Th - F, to allow more time for open water dives. Dive in with Columbus Scuba for a week of underwater fun! The Open Water course is your entry level lifetime Scuba certification. This course includes all three segments: academics, confined water (pool skills), and four open water certification dives under the supervision of their highly trained staff. Columbus Scuba will provide the required manuals, gear, and certification fees for the course. Students will need to WWW.COLUMBUSSCHOOLFORGIRLS.ORG/SUMMER
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Afternoon Programs After lunch, (or arriving to CSG at 12:00 p.m.), students will spend the afternoon with us in one of the following programs. All classes are one week long, and meet in the afternoons from 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. All classes have a different registration fee, listed with the course description below. Students will register for ONE class per week.
practice field, as well as two gyms, weight room, and yoga and fitness studios. Additionally, our Kirk Campus (located on N. Cassady Ave.) has wonderful athletic fields for soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse, as well as track and field facilities and tennis courts. •
Week 1: Basketball
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Week 2: Swimming & Diving
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Week 4: Volleyball
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Week 5: Girls Field Hockey
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Week 6: Lacrosse
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Week 7: Tennis
Course Descriptions located on pages 8 & 9
Full-Day Programs CSG Summer Programs offers a wide variety of full-day courses for students entering grades 4-9. All classes are one week long, and meet in the whole day from 8:30 a.m.-3:30
Zoom! Afternoon Adventures Grades 1-2, 3-4, 5-8 / Week 1-8 / $200 This program runs 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
p.m. All classes have a different registration fee, listed with the course description below. Students will register for ONE class per week.
Zoom! is an experiential Afternoon Adventure Program for kids entering grades 1-8. It is an opportunity for students to rev-up their passion and curiosity by traveling to different exciting places around Columbus. Activities emphasize creative exploration and foster a joy of learning that deepens understanding and promotes group socialization. So this summer let’s ice skate, paint our own pottery, canoe, take a trip to the beach or to an art museum, and have a special adventure at the Columbus Zoo! Providing positive educational experiences for all students, the Zoom! Afternoon Adventure Program reinforces learning in a way that extends far beyond the classroom. Each day is a new experience and every week is different. Come Zoom! around Columbus with us this summer! Depending on the trip, occasionally we will have a later pick up. This will be communicated accordingly. Schedules are shared a week in advance.
Sports Programs
Drobots Drone STEM Program: Ultimate Drone Obstacle Challenge New! Grades 4-9/ Week 1 / $425 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Ultimate Drone Obstacle Challenge is specifically designed for both novice and experienced drone enthusiasts. This week is filled with pure action as students enjoy one of the world’s fastest growing sports, Drone Obstacle Racing. Students will first learn about the basic safety of drone flying and the history behind drone racing as a sport. From there, students will progress through various skill challenges and learn how to perform various exercises and maneuvers to become familiar with the drone’s speed and agility. Students will use iPads and remote controls to navigate the drone through short and long obstacle courses. Participants will also create the design and help build the the obstacle course in preparation for the last day’s final activity and competition. All students go home
Grades 2-6 / Week 1, 2, 4-8 / $175 This program runs
with interactive workbooks and plenty of Drobots Company
12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
keepsakes and trinkets so the memories last long beyond the
Our sports program introduces kids to team and individual
summer. Drone safety and the social responsibilities of flying
sports and the fundamentals of each athletic endeavor. The
drones are included in this program. This class will be taught by
program is open to students in grades 2-6 and are co-ed (with
Drobots Company.
the exception of girls’ field hockey). All programs take place in our state-of-the-art Wellness and Athletics Complex, which houses an extraordinary 8-lane swimming pool, an outdoor
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Drobots Drone STEM Program: Drone Mission Mania New!
Little Medical School: Wilderness Medicine New!
Grades 4-9/ Week 2 / $425 This workshop runs
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Ever ventured out with your family and friends into the
It’s all about drone missions as students will learn the basics
wilderness to spend time together? Are you prepared to
of drone technology and safety before taking to the air to
handle the wilderness and any minor medical emergencies
fly and code the drones through an abundance of missions.
that could arise? Our Wilderness Medicine program aims to
Throughout the week, instructors will pose various challenges
provide valuable life skills to your child through an interactive
that the students must solve using drones. Missions include
and engaging hands-on program. A preview into our week
Connect 4, Drone Basketball, King Kong, International Space
and topics to be covered include but are not limited to the
Station Drone Docking, Harry The Hiker, and more. Students
following: learning about severe weather (such as tornadoes,
work all week long to prepare for the most enjoyable part
hurricanes, storms, etc.) and how to keep safe; knowing how
of the week: the Ultimate Drone Games where students
to identify edible and inedible foods in the wild; learning
collaborate, strategize, and create their own drone missions
how to prevent, recognize, and treat insect bites; discussing
and then compete against one another. Participants will
survival in extreme temperatures; and much more. Join us for
use the SWIFT programming language to accomplish many
a memorable and valuable adventure into the wild during this
of these missions. All students go home with interactive
weeklong summer program! This class will be taught by Little
workbooks and plenty of Drobots Company keepsakes and
Medical School.
Grades 7-9 / Week 3 / $325 This workshop runs
trinkets so the memories last long beyond the summer. Drone safety and the social responsibilities of flying drones are included in this program. This class will be taught by Drobots Company.
Scuba Certification Grades 7-12 / Week 5 / $500 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. M-W, and 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Th - F, to allow
Little Veterinarian School®: Healthy Pets are Happy Pets! New!
more time for open water dives. Dive in with Columbus Scuba for a week of underwater fun! The Open Water course is your entry level Scuba certification
Grades 4-6 / Week 3 / $325 This workshop runs
(lifetime certification!). This course includes all three
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
segments: academics, confined water (pool skills), and four
This unique program encourages children to role-play and
open water certification dives under the supervision of their
explore the exciting world of veterinarians as they learn
highly trained staff. Columbus Scuba will provide the required
about the importance of proper care and nutrition to keep
manuals, gear, and certification fees for the course. Students
your dog, cat, and other animals healthy. Using interactive
will need to provide a swimsuit, towel, and great attitude! The
demonstrations, crafts and games, student vets learn how to
Open Water course is eligible for college credit once certified!
take care of a pet using instruments that real veterinarians
This class will be taught by Columbus Scuba. Students will
use, completing an assessment of their pet, and learning
be responsible for packing their own lunch on Thursday and
safety rules for being around animals. A preview into our week
Friday.
and topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, the following: what to do if a pet gets hurt and how to care for them; what radiographs are and what the light and dark shades tell us; and what pesky parasites are and how to treat infected animals. Little Veterinarian School Summer Program is a fun and hands-on class, where kids will receive their very own adopted stuffed animal for the week. Each child will receive a diploma as a graduate of Little Veterinarian School® upon completion of the course. This class will be taught by Little Medical School.
that has it.
Grades 4-9 / Week 5 / $ 375 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Create Your Own Minecraft® mod! In this workshop from Youth Digital, kids learn real Java™ programming as they design and code their own Minecraft mod from start to finish. Kids can use all their craziest ideas to create their own blocks, items, mobs, and more to add whatever they can think of into Minecraft! A sword made out of Pizza? How about a mob
Only CSG offers Mock Trial. I looked everywhere and you’re
Youth Digital: Mod Design
the only one
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development software Eclipse to learn all the fundamentals of coding, including instantiation, methods, parameters, loops and more to create their own mod. At the end of the week, kids will walk away with an awesome Minecraft mod that they can download and share with friends! They’ll also be able to access the online version of the course after the week is over, including video tutorials, interactive quizzes, and new challenges so they can keep using their new skills!
Youth Digital: 3D Character Animation New! Grades 4-9 / Week 6 / $375 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Create Your Own Minecraft® Animation! In this workshop from Youth Digital, kids learn how to create awesomelooking animated movies using their favorite Minecraft® characters. As they develop their project, students use the same techniques as the pros including the use of Facial Rigs to give their characters hilarious or dramatic facial expressions, Walk Cycles for realistic movements, and Multiple Cameras for dramatic action sequences or sweeping storytelling! Music and sound effects add final polish to complete an awesome 3D animated movie! Kids learn the most important principles of 3D animation including squash and stretch, anticipation, staging, timing, and exaggeration. Kids learn to use a professional open-source 3D animation software called Blender to create beautiful animated movies. At the end of the week, kids will walk away with their own fully-animated 3D Minecraft® movie that they can share with friends and online! They’ll also be able to access the online version of the course after the week is over, including video tutorials, interactive quizzes, and new challenges so they can keep using their new skills!
Grades 4-9 Sample Schedule 7:30 a.m.
Before Hours Program
8:25 a.m.
Students arrive at CSG Summer Programs
8:30 a.m.
Morning class or Full-day class
11:30 a.m.
Lunch/dismissal of morning only students
12:00 p.m.
Arrival of afternoon only students
12:00 p.m.
Return to full-day class or Afternoon
program 3:30 p.m.
Full-day Dismissal
3:35 p.m.-6 p.m. After Hours Program
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Course Index (Grades 4 – 9) WEEK(S) GRADE(S) OFFERED PAGE
CLASS NAME
Drobots: Ultimate Drone Obstacle Challenge Sports Program - Basketball The Science of Food Walking For Inspiration: A Creative Writing Class Zoom! Afternoon Adventure A Week With American Girls Drobots: Drone Mission Mania Engineering Design iFilm Junior Counselor Sports Program - Swimming & Diving Zoom! Afternoon Adventure Cupcake Boss Little Veterinarian School®: Healthy Pets are Happy Pets! Little Medical School: Wilderness Medicine Number Crunchers Zoom! Afternoon Adventure Actors’ Theater of Columbus at CSG Clay With Us CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Mock Trial Sports Program - Volleyball Zoom! Afternoon Adventure Culinary Chops Design The Runway Scuba Certification Sports Program - Girl's Field
FULL OR HALF DAY
4th - 9th
1
14
Full
2nd - 6th 7th - 9th 4th - 6th
1 1 1
8 13 13
Half Half Half
1st - 8th 4th - 6th 4th - 9th 4th - 6th 4th - 9th 7th - 9th 2nd - 6th
1 2 2 2 2 2 2
14 11 15 12 12 12 8
Half Half Full Half Half Half Half
1st - 8th 4th - 9th 4th - 6th
2 3 3
14 12 15
Half Half Full
7th - 9th
3
15
Full
4th - 6th 1st - 8th 4th - 8th
3 3 4
13 14 11
Half Half Half
4th - 8th 4th - 6th 7th - 9th 2nd - 6th 1st - 8th 4th - 9th 4th - 6th 7th - 12th 2nd - 6th
4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5
11 11 13 8 14 11 12 13 8
Half Half Half Half Half Half Half Both Half
Hockey Youth Digital: Mod Design Zoom! Afternoon Adventure Culinary Chops Laffalot: The Way Summer is
4th - 9th 1st - 8th 7th - 9th 1st - 6th
5 5 6 6
15 14 11 12
Full Half Half Half
Meant to Be Played! Sports Program - Lacrosse Robotic Arm Science Youth Digital: 3D Character
2nd - 6th 4th - 7th 4th - 9th
6 6 6
8 13 16
Half Half Full
Animation Zoom! Afternoon Adventure All-Terrain Tracker Cupcake Boss Sports Program - Tennis Study Like A Scholar Zoom! Afternoon Adventure
1st - 8th 4th - 6th 4th - 9th 2nd - 6th 7th - 9th 1st - 8th
6 7 7 7 7 7
14 11 12 9 13 14
Half Half Half Half Half Half
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Grades 9-12 June 18, 2018 - August 3, 2018
NEW FOR 2018! • Smaller class sizes
• Scheduling changes
QUICK FACTS • Offered for rising Grade 9-12 students • Class offerings for students looking to receive enrichment, academic credit, or preparation for college enrollment CREDIT COURSES • Term 1: Weeks 1-3, June 18 - July 6, 2018 • Term 2: Weeks 4-6, July 9 - July 27, 2018 • Students must attend all class sessions in order to earn credit • No class will be held on July 4, in observance of Independence Day • Classes limited to maximum levels and subject to cancellation for low class enrollment COLLEGE-PREP COURSES • ACT/SAT Pre-Prep Workshop • Scuba Certification COST • Priced per Class $325.00- $500.00
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Upper School courses are offered by CSG Summer Programs as an opportunity for students entering grades 9-12 to earn academic credit or to provide additional support in a subject. Academic credit earned during CSG Summer Programs can help students create a flexible schedule during the academic year, while non-credit courses seek to strengthen foundational knowledge or to extend learning acquired in the previous academic year.
participation in social, civic, and political processes, recognition and consideration of moral dilemmas and ethical awareness, an appreciation of civic involvement and constructive social criticism, and the development of interpersonal skills necessary for the resolution of social conflicts. Students will study the
All credit courses are three weeks in length and daily
primary documents of our democratic heritage with special
attendance in credit courses is mandatory to receive any
emphasis on the Constitution as it relates to everyday situations,
academic credit. Credit course offerings are divided into three-
major Supreme Court decisions, and a discerning analysis of civil
week terms. Term one credit courses will run weeks 1-3 (June
liberties. (Note for CSG Students - This course does fulfill our ODE
18- July 6), and term two credit courses will run weeks 4-6
graduation requirement of one semester of U.S. Government.)
(July 9 – July 27). Credit classes must have a minimum of six students registered in order for the class to run. Space is limited
Health II
to a maximum of 12 students per class, and we do expect some
First & Second Terms (choose one) / Grades 11-12 / 10:00 a.m.-
classes to fill very quickly, so please register early.
12:00 p.m. /.25 credit / $350
Non-credit (enrichment) courses vary in length and time. They are offered to give students the opportunity to more thoroughly review a challenging subject or get the head start they need for the following year. No academic credit is granted for these enrichment courses.
CREDIT COURSES Weeks 1-3: First Term (June 18-July 6)* Weeks 4-6: Second Term (July 9- July 27) *No class on July 4
Civics/U.S. Government
Health II discusses topics of concern specific to high school and college-bound women. The objective is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make intelligent decisions on matters pertaining to personal and community health. This course offers multiple speakers on different health-related topics, human sexuality, and comprehension of the law related to drugs and alcohol. CPR recertification through the American Red Cross, stress management and depression, breast cancer, growth and development, body image and eating disorders, and nutrition are also covered throughout the course.
Physical Education: Lifetime Activities Second Term / Grades 9-12 / 7:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. /.15 credit / $350
First Term/ Grades 11–12 / 12:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. /.5 credit / $475
This course allows the students opportunities to participate
This course pursues a thematic approach to the political and
in a variety of lifetime activities such as badminton, bocce ball,
social responsibilities required by residence in a nation served
bowling, golf, orienteering, table tennis, and tennis. Students will
by a democratic constitution and tradition. Emphasis is placed
learn the techniques and strategies necessary to fully participate.
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The staff was extremely
energetic and friendly.
Water Safety and Self Defense First term and Second Terms (choose one) / Grades 10 -12 / 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. /.15 credit / $350 This course will allow students to develop comfort in the
Physical Education: Fitness and Well-Being First Term /Grades 9-12 / 7:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. / .15 credit / $350 This course allows the students opportunities to participate in a variety of lifetime fitness and wellness activities, such as FITNESSGRAM Assessments, Functional Fitness/Boot Camp, Pilates, Yoga, and Zumba. In each unit, students will learn the techniques and strategies necessary to fully participate. Students will monitor their health & fitness status, set goals, and reassess those goals throughout the course within a self-care journal.
water, improve swimming strokes, and review safety guidelines when involved in water activities, including boating safety and personal safety techniques. The self-defense portion of the course follows the R.A.D. Systems program of self-defense. It will help students develop safety techniques using their voices as well as physical capabilities in real-world situations.
COLLEGE-PREP AND ENRICHMENT COURSES ACT/SAT Pre-Prep Workshop Week 5 / Grades 10-12 / 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. / $325 / Optional proctored testing day July 23
Public Speaking Two separate sections offered First Term (choose one) / Grades 10-12 / 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. OR 12:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. /.25 credit / $400 This course teaches basic methods of public presentation from idea to performance. Students will deliver several different types of speeches. There is no prerequisite for this course. The availability of
credit courses for
upper school students enabled my daughter to take more classes during the school year.
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Wondering which standardized test is best for you? Do you know what the differences are? In this workshop, you will learn the similarities and differences between the ACT and the SAT. We will break down the sections (Verbal, Math, Science) and share tips and tricks to prepare appropriately for each of the tests. We will review content and structure to prepare you for a positive testing experience. This class will also help younger students prepare for taking the PSAT, which could assist in winning National Merit honors, as well as being set up well for the future. At the completion of this class, students will have the opportunity to take a practice test in which the results
GRADES 9-12 will produce a detailed report of what the individual student’s strengths are and where they should focus some extra attention while studying for their chosen test. From there, students and parents will be able to determine what their next steps are as they look towards beginning the college application process. This class will be taught by the Tutor Doctor.
Scuba Certification Grades 7-12 / Week 5 / $500 This workshop runs 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. M-W, and 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Th-F, to allow more time for open water dives Dive in with Columbus Scuba for a week of underwater fun! The Open Water course is your entry level Scuba certification (lifetime certification!). This course includes all three segments: academics, confined water (pool skills), and four open water certification dives under the supervision of their highly trained staff. Columbus Scuba will provide the required manuals, gear, and certification fees for the course. Students will need to provide a swimsuit, towel, and great attitude! The Open Water course is eligible for college credit once certified! This class will be taught by Columbus Scuba. Students will be responsible for packing their own lunch on Thursday and Friday.
GRADE(S)
WEEK(S) OFFERED
PAGE
Civics/U.S. Government
11–12
1st Term
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Health II
11–12
1st & 2nd Term
19
Physical Education: Lifetime Activities
9-12
2nd Term
19
Physical Education: Fitness and Well-Being
9-12
1st Term
20
Public Speaking
10-12
1st Term
20
Water Safety and Self Defense
10-12
1st & 2nd Term
20
ACT/SAT Prep Workshop
10-12
Week 5
20
Scuba Certification
7-12
Week 5
21
CLASS NAME
(9:30-12:00 or 12:30-3:00)
*Note: additional classes for rising grade 9 students in the Morning Grades 4-9 section of the Course Catalog.
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REGISTRATION
General Information
down from the day, or engage in activities such as drawing and playing games, until either regular programming begins
Hours of Operation Before Care Pre-K- Grade 8
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Morning Programs (Half-day)
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Lunch for Pre-K-Kindergarten
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Lunch for Grades 1-9
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch for Upper School
12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Afternoon Programs (Half Day)
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Full-day Programs
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Grades 9-12
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
After Care Pre-K- Grade 8
3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Program Dates Bookends Preseason: June 11 – June 15 Week 1: June 18 - June 22 Week 2: June 25 - June 29 Week 3: July 2 – July 6 (no classes on July 4) Week 4: July 9 – July 13 Week 5: July 16 – July 20 Week 6: July 23 – July 27 Week 7: July 30 – August 3 Bookends Postseason: August 6 – August 10
or parents pick up their children at the end of the day. For Before Care, we request children not be dropped off before 7:30 a.m. Similarly, parents must pick-up their children by 6:00 p.m. Please note: if a child is not picked up on time, his or her parents will be charged $1.00 for every minute they arrive after 6:00 p.m.
Drop Off and Pick Up If your child is not enrolled in Extended care, please drop off your child no earlier than 8:20 a.m., and pick up your child no later than 3:40 p.m. Students not picked up after 3:40 p.m. will be sent to afternoon extended care and an additional fee will be applied.
Lunch and Snacks CSG will serve a nutritious, cafeteria-style lunch each day, including a hot lunch and salad bar. The cost of the lunch program is included for all full-day students and half-day preschool students. Half-day students in grades 1-12 may purchase lunch for a fee of $30 per week which must be paid upon registration. Half-day students may not purchase lunch
Upper School Credit Courses
from CSG on a day-to-day basis.
Term 1: June 18 – July 6 (no classes on July 4)
A healthy snack will be provided daily in the morning and
Term 2: July 9 – July 27
afternoon for students in Pre-K - Kindergarten. A healthy snack
Facilities Our state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center will take main stage for our theatre programs. Additionally, we have our Wellness and Athletics Complex that includes an 8-lane swimming pool (the only one of its kind in a secondary school in Central Ohio) along with a yoga studio, weight room, 2 gymnasiums and an outdoor practice field. The Pre-K - Kindergarten is housed in the Columbia House, an independent building on our campus that caters specifically to the educational and developmental needs of our youngest students – including our student-designed tree house and new water table and mud kitchen. Lunch is provided for students daily in our open, bright, and recently renovated dining room. Additionally, our Kirk Campus (located on N. Cassady Ave.) has wonderful athletic fields for soccer, field hockey, and lacrosse, as well as track and field facilities and tennis courts.
Extended Care Grades Pre-K – Grade 8 / All Weeks / Before Care $50 per week, After Care $65 per week, Both $85 per week Before Care and After Care programs are available for children enrolled in the Pre-Kindergarden – Grade 8 programs. Before Care begins at 7:30 a.m. and After Care ends at 6:00 p.m. Each will provide space for children to relax as they wake up/wind
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will be provided in the afternoon for the sports programs and Zoom! Programs, as well as a second snack offered after 4:30 in the After Hours program. Due to the shortening of the morning schedule, we will no longer offer a snack in the mornings for grades 1-9. Please make sure your student has breakfast before arriving each morning. Fresh fruit will be served each day as one of the snack options and a wide variety of kosher, gluten-free, and/or nut-free snacks are available.
Policies and Procedures Payment and Fees Each week requires an initial non-refundable deposit of 30% made by credit card. Note that though you must use a credit card during the initial online registration process, you may pay your balance with a check. It is your responsibility to make sure that final balances are paid by May 14. If we have not received an alternate form of payment from you by May 14, we will charge the remaining balance to the credit card on file. Should you wish to give us a new credit card number, please call us at 614-252-0781 x439 or mail a check payable to “Columbus School for Girls” to 65 S Drexel Ave., Bexley, Ohio 43209. Fees for insufficient funds will be charged to the student. Registrations after May 14 must be paid in full at the time of registration and a $25 late fee will be added.
REGISTRATION GRADES 9-12 Registration and payment may be made through My BackPack
BackPack upon course completion. Non-CSG students desiring
Summer Online Registration with a credit card. For payments
credit for courses taken during CSG Summer Programs should
made with a credit card, a 3.75% processing fee will be
consult their individual school authorities to determine their
assessed.
policy regarding work done during the summer. The Director of Summer Programs will be happy to provide complete
Cancellations/Refunds/Late Fees Cancellations will be subject to a fee of 10 percent of the total tuition, or $50, whichever is greater. This applies to a deposit made and to those who have paid full tuition. Refunds will be mailed to you by check. A late fee of $25 will be applied to
course descriptions and any information necessary for credit assessment. Final grades will be mailed to the individual’s school.
Registration CSG Summer Programs accepts online registrations. You are
registrations made after May 14.
only a few clicks away from registration! Here’s how to get
Amending Registrations
1. Go to the CSG Summer Programs site at www.
You are not able to go back and remove classes online after
started: columbusschoolforgirls.org/summer and click on the REGISTER
you have submitted your registration. You can, however,
NOW tab.
add classes. Should you need to make any changes to a
2. When you enter the Registration site, if you are a CSG parent
session for which you have already registered, please contact us. If a parent wishes to switch their child from one class to another (rather than withdraw the child), they may do so at any time without penalty if there is room in the new course. Amendments to a student’s registration will not be made without direct parental consent. Students are not permitted to submit changes to their own registrations.
Discounts Early Bird Discount: If a student is registered by March 11, a $25 discount will be applied. Any additional classes added after March 11 will be full price. Family Discount: If two or more children are enrolled for fullday programs for at least five weeks, a family discount of $150 will be refunded. This excludes Credit Courses.
Standards of Conduct
during the year or participated in previous years CSG Summer Programs, you will log into your My Backpack account. If you are new to CSG Summer Programs, you will need to create a new account. If you have previously attended CSG Summer Programs, please use your previous account information so that your student is not duplicated in the system. 3. After following the registration instructions and picking your student’s schedule, you will be able to pay via credit card to pay the 30% deposit or make full payment. Regardless of your payment preference, you will need to select “Pay Now” to officially submit your registration. Please Note: registration will not be considered complete until payment is received. 4. You will receive a confirmation e-mail once your registration has been received. 5. Once we receive and verify your registration, we will send you a registration approved email with the courses we have you
If CSG Summer Programs staff determines that a child exhibits
registered for and the balance due. If qualified, the Early Bird
disruptive or unsafe behavior, CSG Summer Programs reserves
Discount will be applies at this point.
the right to dismiss the student from the program. If a child is dismissed from the CSG Summer Program, it will result in the forfeiture of the full tuition cost of the registered courses. *Please Note: CSG Summer Programs adheres to the standards of conduct as outlined by Columbus School for Girls. For more information, please see the Columbus School for Girls handbook (an online copy of this publication can be found at www.columbusschoolforgirls.org).
Course Credit Progress Reports For CSG’s credit courses, students will receive a written report of his/her progress at three and/or six week intervals. These reports will consist of either letter grades or pass/fail ratings as appropriate. They will be shared electronically through My
6. Fill out the Early Childhood Annual Physician Report (found on our website) for students registering for Bookends Program (Ages 3-5 only) and/or Explore Program. 7. It is your responsibility to make sure your balance has been paid by May 14. If you would like to pay the remaining balance by check or a different credit card, please call or send check to us prior to May 14. If we have not received an alternate form of payment from you by May 14, we will charge the remaining balance to the credit card on file. Fees for insufficient funds will be charged to the student. Checks can be mailed to: CSG Summer Programs 65 S. Drexel Ave. Columbus, OH 43209 WWW.COLUMBUSSCHOOLFORGIRLS.ORG/SUMMER
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The bold pursuit of unlimited potential
Columbus School for Girls age 3 to grade 12 What if she was equipped to challenge systems, to claim space at the table, to create what doesn’t exist, and to live fully and comfortably in who she is? At Columbus School for Girls, we know that what the research shows is true: girls thrive in an environment created specifically for their learning. Your daughter deserves the tools, support, and every opportunity to boldly pursue her unlimited potential.
Schedule your visit at www.columbusschoolforgirls.org
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We hope to see you this summer! PROGRAM DATES Bookends Preseason: June 11 – June 15 Week 1: June 18 - June 22 Week 2: June 25 - June 29 Week 3: July 2 - July 6 (no classes July 4) Week 4: July 9 - July 13 CONTACT US! Phone (614) 252-0781 ext. 439 E-mail summer@columbusschoolforgirls.org www.columbusschoolforgirls.org/summer
Week 5: July 16 - July 20 Week 6: July 23 - July 27 Week 7: July 30 - August 3 Bookends Postseason: August 6 – August 10
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If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of a CSG education for your daughter, please contact the Office of Admission at (614) 252-0781 ext. 442 or admissions@columbusschoolforgirls.org