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Above the curve w Aledo Middle
School seventhgrader Weston Adams recognized by Duke University for academic achievement
By Tony Eierdam The Community News
Scoring better than 90 percent of high school students on the SAT, Aledo Middle School seventh grader Weston Adams has earned Grand Recognition by Duke University and has been invited to a special ceremony at the prestigious academic university. Weston and 15 other AMS students recently took the SAT college admissions exam and were recognized through the Duke Talent Identification Program through the university’s grade talent search. He is the son of James and Ginger Adams of Aledo and has an older sister, Cassie, who attends Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona, Fla., and a younger brother, Jackson, who is in fourth grade. Weston placed among the top three percent of all Duke TIP participants. The ceremony at Duke will be similar to a graduation with a keynote speaker and each honoree called onto the stage to receive a medallion and shake hands with dignitaries. There will also be special activities for the students and parents. 2 May
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Aledo Middle School seventh grader Weston Adams has earned Grand Recognition by Duke University and has been invited to a special ceremony at the prestigious academic university. Adams will also attend a three-week intensive course study this summer at Trinity University that is sponsored by Duke.
Weston, who takes preAP courses at AMS, said he enjoyed the experience and challenge of taking the SAT. “There were a lot of questions that I did not know how to do so I just skipped them,” he said with a smile. “There was a reading section, a writing section and a math section. I scored highest in reading. “The hardest part of the SAT was the reading section.
It was kind of a struggle, but I still enjoyed it. The math section was also hard. There was a lot on it that we (seventh graders) have not been taught how to do yet. I just skipped those. “It was kind of scary taking the test at first, but after awhile I thought it was kind of fun.” Weston said he is always reading a book and feels his voracious reading helped
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him on the test. “I like reading pretty much anything,” he said. “I guess I like fiction the best. I am reading “Lord of the Rings” now. I love reading. I spend a lot of my free time reading. Once I finish a book a lot of times I reread it. I like to do that so I can pick up on some things I might have missed the first time. I have been reading as long as I can remember.” www.community-news.com
Weston’s mother, Ginger, explained how they found out about the Duke TIP recognition program. “We actually got a notice from Duke TIP, and they looked at his scores from elementary school and it asked if he would take the SAT,” she said. “I have no idea how they got Weston’s name. I don’t know if they (Duke TIP) contact all the schools for a list of names of kids with outstanding grades, I don’t know. “The first we heard of this was when we were notified by Duke. Duke has all these programs, and we didn’t know about this. Our daughter also took the SAT in seventh grade, so we knew about seventh graders taking the test, but what they are trying to do is identify the top students so they can bring them to their summer programs.” Weston will participate in a Duke-sponsored summer program in San Antonio at Trinity University. The program pairs seventh graders with eighth graders and provides courses and residential activities geared toward the students to enhance and enrich their experience. The students will focus on one course for three weeks. The Duke TIP courses are fast-paced and intense, often equivalent to one year of a high school course or one semester of a college course. They are designed to provide challenge, not remediation, according to Duke The Community News
University. Weston will be getting a well-rounded experience as instructors will employ strategies to engage and challenge students. Ginger Adams said along with Duke, TCU, SMU, Vanderbilt and Northwestern State University (Natchitoches, La.) have invited Weston to their talented and gifted summer programs. “They have three-week intensive programs to where they go and they live on the college campus for three weeks while taking an intensive course. It is geared toward gifted kids his age.” Weston, who plays trombone in the AMS band, will miss a band trip to attend the recognition ceremony at Duke. Although the band trip is a big deal for those in band, Weston has a mature take on his situation. “I have to miss the band trip, but that’s OK,” he said. “I would rather go to Duke. There will be other band trips in other years.” Ginger Adams said she and her husband knew at an early age that Weston was intellictually ahead of most kids his age. “Weston knew all his letters, sounds and phonics at about 18 months,” she recalled. “He could identify everything and he was starting to put together words. He has always loved letters and reading and those sorts of things. “He has always had a
very big vocabulary, and he has always been very verbal.” Weston is not all about books. He and his father are working on restoring a late‘60s Volkswagen. “I like to work out in the garage with my Dad,” Weston said. “We are working on a car right now – an old Volkswagen Bug that I am going to drive when I am old enough. “We have taken it apart and will rebuild it. I like that kind of thing. It is a challenge and a lot of fun. I like figuring that kind of thing out.” Weston has spent every school year in Aledo, including kindergarten. He added that despite the attention from the universities he is nowhere near making a choice. “I like it at Aledo schools,” he said. “I like the way they teach us. There are good people here. I really am not thinking about where I am going to go to college. I am not ready for that. I still want to be a kid. I like being a kid.” Not surprising, one of Weston’s favorite TV shows is Jeopardy. “I watch Jeopardy, and I know some of the answers,” he said. “There are a lot of hard questions, and I like it when I can answer a question, especially when the contestants can’t answer it.” Ginger Adams is excited to enroll Weston in programs that suit his accelerated needs. Weston will also attend a special recognition program at TCU that honors Texas students for academic achievement. “TCU is having another recognition ceremony for Texas kids,” she said. “The Duke ceremony is the ‘Grand Recognition Ceremony’ and
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the TCU ceremony is Texasonly kids. We are going to both. TCU has also given Weston a scholarship to audit a regular summer college class. “This has been all brand new to us since we found out about (Duke TIP),” she said. “We are still trying to see what is all out there, what opportunities are there, and there are actually more opportunities than we thought for kids like Weston. “I am excited about this. Being a gifted kid – and gifted kids are really wired differently – to have something that is specifically geared toward gifted kids is really valuable. He will be able to study with other gifted kids and meet other kids like him. “It’s something they don’t necessarily get in a public-school setting. I am not saying anything against Aledo ISD – Aledo ISD is fantastic and we love living here and him going to school here – but we are really thankful for an opportunity to meet other kids and live with them and really get to know other kids that are like him.” May 22, 2015 3
Playing at Carnegie Hall By Phil Major
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Alyson Kessinger just played Carnegie Hall. And four days after the performance, she was still wideeyed about the experience. The Aledo 12-year-old took part in 32nd Birthday Gala with the New York Pops, which included a performance by the Camp Broadway Kids. Alyson, who attends the Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts and is completing sixth grade, sent in an online audition for the camp in March and found out a few days later that she was one of the 62 performers to win a slot, of 500 who tried out. You might say Alyson was excited to get the news. “I was screaming in the car,” she said. She and her family, dad Kris, mom Jeannine and little sister Lindley who attends Stuard Elementary, spent five days in Manhattan. Alyson spent three full days rehearsing for the performance, which was capped by an all-star tribute to Kathleen Marshall and Rob
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The Kessinger family in New York after the performance at Carnegie Hall, from left, Jeannine, Alyson, Kris and Lindley.
Marshall, well-known directors and choreographers. Her group performed “76 Trombones” from “The Music Man” and the ending from “Cabaret.” Of the experience, Alyson
said, “It was really, really cool,” At every turn the kids were surrounded by broadway talent, from artistic director Tony Parise to the costumer from the “The
King and I.” Performing is nothing new for Alyson, who is auditioning for parts in theaters around the Metroplex. Coincidentally, the day of her interview in Aledo, she
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had just auditioned for “The Music Man” at the Artisan Theater. She has performed many other roles, including “Annie” at Casa Mañana. And of course the FWAFA has performances going on all the time. There are musicals put on by each level – elementary (“Suessical” this year), junior high and high school – along with ballets (the most recent was “Alice in Wonderland”) and cabarets. “The stage is booked all the time,” said Jeannine. Alyson has attended FWAFA since third grade – first year that students can enroll there – and plans to finish her schooling there. She hopes to perform with the Singing Girls of Texas in junior high and high school. “I love my school,” she said, and especially likes her choir teacher. Mom says they have talked to Alyson about coming to school in Aledo, but she is committed to FWAFA. “If your kid loves the arts, and that’s their passion, it’s a fabulous school,” she said. Alyson likes the emphasis on the fine arts. Her schedule includes dance, art, music and theater in addition to her academic courses. The Kessingers moved to Aledo from Grand Prairie
Camp Broadway Kids perform during the New York Pops 32nd Birthday Gala at Carnegie Hall, including Alyson Kessinger from Aledo. | BELOW: Alyson and fellow Texan Alexander Webber from Midlothian in their stage uniforms.
two years ago, primarily to shorten the drive to the school in southwest Fort Worth. The school has many success stories, and while in New York, the Kessingers got to see one. Jay Armstrong Johnson, a 2005 grad, is starring on Broadway in “On the Town,” and the
Kessingers got to take in a performance and meet Johnson afterward to get his autograph. He was happy to see a fellow student. Among the troupe were three Texans, including Alexander Webber of Midlothian, who is a voice student of Mrs. Kessinger’s.
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Students With A Purpose got underway at McAnally Intermediate School in Aledo this year, the students take on projects around the school and the community.
McAnally students find a purpose in service By Phil Major
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Students With A Purpose launched at McAnally Intermediate School this semester, and already the student service club is making an impact on campus – and beyond. While McAnally has long been known for service, this may be the first time the effort has been funneled into an organized group. “Our kids step up,” said organizer Sara Reed, and the campus has a reputation for helping with various community projects. Her full-time job is to teach technology applications at the fifth and sixth grade campus. The Community News
She has taught in Aledo for 10 years but spent her first year in the Birdville ISD, which had a similar group. “I called them to find out about it,” she said. “It’s a neat idea. It involves service, and all the kids can be involved.” With lots of assistance from Trisha Huffman, the school counselor, Reed made a proposal to Principal Bob Harmon to set up the program. With fifth graders coming to McAnally last fall, many of whom had been at elementary campuses with student councils, there was not a program in place to match it.
Plus Reed and others had been hearing from some parents who asked about having a student service program. Student council is a time intensive program, Reed said, involving leadership training and summer activities. With the SWAP program, students volunteer their time, primarily before school. So far about 70 are involved. They have to maintain a grade average of 80 or above as well as a satisfactory citizenship grade. They meet as a whole on a monthly basis, and various committees usually meet weekly.
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In addition to undertaking special projects, the committees give students regular duties. For example, the Student Ambassadors help monitor the hallways before school and assist with campus tours and welcome bags for new students, to help them feel at home. The Shine Patrol makes sure the teachers lounge “shines” with cleaning and decorating. Reed said the students have made a tremendous difference in sprucing up the lounge. May 22, 2015 7
The Shine Patrol is also in charge of lost-and-found items. After encouraging students to claim their items, those unclaimed each six weeks are boxed and taken to the Center of Hope clothes closet. Reed said the McCat Meteorologists have taken to their job of reporting the day’s weather during morning announcements, coming in each morning to check the forecast. The Green Team is in charge of the school’s recycling program and has earned money though cartridge recycling. Others help the school counselor and the librarian. And the students made motivational posters for the STAAR state achievement test. But the results of one of
Students from the Heart in Hand and Library Leaders committees prepare posters for teacher appreciation.
the most ambitious projects are still unknown. Taking a cue from the popular “Butterfly Effect,” the school
held an essay contest for the best idea to spend $50 and make a difference. The winning essay was
recently awarded, with the $50 to buy pizzas and share them with the homeless. SWAP
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in the fall, they will have a chance to join SWAP again. Reed thinks that with this year’s fifth graders returning
to the program as sixth graders, it will take off in the fall, and students will have more input into community ser-
vice projects. “We hope to have them in charge of it,” she said. The following teachers chair the subcommittees, and without their willingness, SWAP would not be possible, Reed said. Morning Helper 5th grade – Claire Hall, Teresa Costlow Morning Helper 6th grade – Chris Porter Green Team – Luke Campbell, Sara Reed McCat Meteorologists – Rebecca Buchanan Student Ambassadors – Leslie Leech, Kelly Daves, Kim Hale Shine Patrol - Cathy Wiley, Tracy Wilson, Paige Dorsett, Dena Wittrock Library Leaders – Lauren Christenson Heart in Hand – Trish Huffman.
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Information on all Aledo ISD summer camps can be found at www.aledo.schoolfusion.us. A.C.T. Aledo Camp for Theatre 9 a.m. to noon June 8-12 Aledo High School Auditorium Grades entering K-6 and 7-8 kcarroll@aledoisd.org $125 K-6, $150 7-8 registered by June 2, late registration fee $25 This fun-filled week includes: classes in scene work, set design, musical theater, costuming, creative dramatics and improvisation skills. Performance of “Back to the Theatre,� written by the HS theatre students, will be June 12 at 6:30 p.m. Aledo Art Camp 9 a.m. to noon June 15-18 or July 13-16 McAnally Intermediate School Ages 7-10 Bree Perez 512-657-1520 bree@breelinne.com $150 Register by May 22 Wait until you see what you can create! During camp students will learn by doing. Students will have the opportunity to experiment with painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpting, and will create several fun and innovative projects while learning about ideas such as perspective, abstract art, color theory, value, folk art and much more.
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stop-motion animation movie. The week will end with a Movie Day where students will share what they learned and present their final movie for all to see. Aledo Cooking up Fun with Literature and Science 9 a.m. to noon or 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. June 15-19 Vandagriff Elementary School Ages 6-11 Dana Pittman dpittman@ aledo.k12.tx.us Kathleen Farmer kfarmer@aledo.k12.tx.us $125 Camp topic is sea creatures. www.community-news.com
This hands-on, minds-on camp will feature a different topic each day as well as science experiments and cooking to inspire reading and science. Aledo High Steppers Dance Clinic Noon to 2 p.m. August 5-7 AHS Cafeteria Grades entering 2-6 Suzanne Hill shill@aledoisd.org $75 Do you love to dance? Join the Aledo High Steppers for some summer dance fun. Price includes shirt, game and clinic. Aledo Mini-Cheer Camp 9 to 11 a.m. August 3-6 Daniel Ninth Grade Cafeteria Grades entering K-6
For information call AHS 817441-5170 or Annie Walker awalker@aledoisd.org. $85 Register by July 15 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. Walk-ins welcome. The purpose of the camp is to introduce the fundamentals of cheer and dance techniques. Aledo Spanish Camp 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. (completing grades K-1) 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (completing grades 2-3) June 15-18 or June 22-25 McCall Elementary Evelyn Rivera erivera@aledoisd.org $100 A hands-on learning camp through music, games and crafts with snack and art supplies provided. End of camp “Fiesta,” parents welcomed.
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Aledo Summer Craft Camp 9 to 11:30 a.m. July 7-10 Daniel Ninth Grade Campus Grades 4-8 For information Angi Tims angitims@gmail.com. $100 ($75 for AISD employees) Registration deadline June 26. Calling all kids for make and take custom craft projects, Pinterest style. Aledo Summer Math Camp 9 to 11:30 a.m. June 16-19 Vandagriff Elementary Designed for kids who need extra support and/or review of the 2nd grade Math TEKS Information Kathy Morehead kmorehead@aledo.k12.tx.us $110 Deadline to register is June 1 and camp is limited to 15 students.
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Aledo Ladycat Hoops Camp 8 a.m. to noon June 15-18 Aledo High School Gym Entering grades 4- 9 Mike Pinkerton 817-776-7393 mpinkerton@aledo.k12.tx.us Cost is $115 by June 3; late registration $125. Registration and check-in Monday, June 15 at 7:30 a.m. Primary purpose of the camp is to further the girls’ knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for the game of basketball. Basic fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling and defense will be taught. Aledo Ladycat Volleyball Camp 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. (entering grades 7-9) Noon to 2 p.m. (entering grades 3-6) July 20-23 Don Daniel Ninth Grade Center Kathy Goings, camp director 817-925-0875 kgoings@aledo. k12.tx.us Cost is $100 if registered by July 10; $115 at the door. Registrations and check-in 30 minutes prior to the start of each session. Primary purpose of the camp is to further the kids’ knowledge, skills and enthusiasm towards the game of volleyball. Basic fundamentals of passing, setting, spiking, blocking and serving will be taught.
$75 per camper for pre-registration, $85 per camper for late registration after May 31, and $10 discount for multiple family members. Purpose of camp is to have fun while introducing the basic fundamentals of baseball. This will be accomplished by participating in drills designed to teach fielding, throwing, hitting and base running. A skills competition and end of camp round robin tournament will be held to demonstrate the skills learned. Aledo Bearcat Bouncers Camp The camp is currently full, to be placed on a waiting list, email your name, contact info, child’s name, school and grade for the 2015-16 school year to jbaucum@aledo.k12.tx.us. Aledo Bearcat/Ladycat Soccer Camp Little Cats Session I (entering grades K-2) 8 to 9:30 a.m., $65 Junior Cats Session II (entering grades 3-5) 9 to 11 a.m, $75 Bearcats/Ladycats Session III (entering grades 6-9) 9 to 11:30 a.m., $90 Week 1: June 8-11 and/or Week 2: June 15-18 Don Daniel Ninth Grade turf practice field Coach Derek Vierling 817-3128540 dvierling@aledo.k12.tx.us or Coach Bryan Johnson 817-5286291 bjohnson@aledo.k12.tx.us.
All soccer camps: Receive a $10 discount for multiple family members. Receive a $20 discount if signing up for both weeks. (Per UIL rules students entering grades 7-9 can attend only 1 week of camp.) A $10 late registration fee will be accessed after June 3 or June 10. Items needed for camp are shin guards, labeled bottle of water and a labeled age-appropriate ball. Aledo Bearcat/Ladycat Tennis Camp 8 to 10 a.m., ages 6-8, $85 8 a.m. to noon, ages 9-18, $135 Camp 1: June 8-12 and/or Camp 2: June 15-19 Aledo High School and Daniel ninth grade tennis courts Karl Richter 817-253-6715 krichter@aledo.k12.tx.us Purpose of camp is to introduce and get kids excited about playing “the sport of a lifetime.” Basic fundamentals of the serve, forehand, backhand, volley and overhead will be taught by Aledo High School Tennis Coach Barbara Russell, USPTA Pro-1 certified Karl Richter and their staff. Aledo ‘Lil Cats Sports and Fitness Camp 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. June 15-18 Vandagriff Elementary Ages 4-8
Aledo Bearcat Baseball Camp 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (grades 2-6; first graders may attend with prior approval) 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (grades 7-9) June 8-11 Aledo Bearcat Baseball Stadium Chad Barry 817-691-1988 or Chris O-Donnell 817-688-6350 codonnell@aledo.k12.tx.us 12 May
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Information on all Brock ISD summer camps can be found at www.brockisd.net. Brock Elementary Beginning Robotics Camp July 27-30 254-697-4245
Summer Female 8:30 to 10 a.m. June 8-July 23, MondayThursday Aledo High School Weight Room Recommended for females entering grades 6-12
Brock Elementary Enrichment Camp June 15-19 Camp includes recreation, songs, games, daily art/craft project, healthy daily snacks and Friday water party.
Summer High Intensity 6:45 to 8:15 a.m. June 8-July 30, MondayThursday Aledo High School Weight Room Recommended for males entering grades 10-12
Brock Archery Camp July 6-8 (limit 20 per session) July 13-15 (limit 20 per session) Contact kmcdoanld@brockisd. net or 817-614-6772
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teammate Shelby Elliott runs alongside her. | (bottom) Justin Weeks dribbles down the field while Tanner Vancurren chases after him. | Will Sisk kicks the
Photos, clockwise from top right: Presenter Mike Perez shows the children a baby Hognose snake. | Children raise their hand to answer Mike Perez’s question about the reptiles. | Anna Campbell looks in awe at the Hognose snake. | Clare Fernandez wants her sister, Helen Fernandez’s, seat for a better view of the snake. | Emma Miller relaxes and watches the turtle presentation. | Grady Gilliam sits with his mom, Meagan Gilliam, during the reptile presentation.
ball high in the air. | Josie Bush controls the ball down the field so she can score a goal. | A group of the kids run after the ball together. | Wyatt Stewart runs after Brett Barclay in order to assist him with scoring a goal.
Top: Hayden Bailey jumped at the opportunity to help the clowns show pictures from the book to his fellow readers. | Far left: The Ringling Brothers clowns read to the group. | Near left: Aiden Stone giggles as the clowns jumped and played around the front of the reading area.
The East Parker County Library hosted two clowns through the Ringling Brothers’ “Reading with Ringling” program on Monday, June 17. The clowns shared “If I Ran the Circus” by Dr. Seuss with the children. PHOTOS BY JENNIFER RETTER/THE COMMUNITY NEWS
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Brock Baseball Camp June 8-10 Brock Boys Strength and Conditioning Program June 15-18, June 22-25, July 6-9, July 13-16, July 20-23 Chad Worrell cworrell@brockisd.net Brock Eagle Basketball Camp, Boys June 15-18 Coach Zach Boxell 817-7713008 You do not have to be from Brock to attend. Brock Football Camps July 13-16 August 10-13 Chad Worrell cworrell@brockisd.net Brock Lady Eagle Basketball Camp July 20-23 Chance Westmoreland c.westmoreland@hotmail.com or 817304-2901 You do not have to be from Brock to attend
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Information on all Trinity Christian Academy summer camps can be found at www. tcaeagles.org. TCA Art Camps 10 a.m. to noon July 6-9 Trinity Christian Academy Grades K-2 Leader: Sandy Griffith Fine-ly Art: The students will have an opportunity to explore a variety of art mediums including painting on canvas, ceramic tile design and print making. Grades 3-5 Leader: Gabi Barton “Artists” will learn different drawing and sketching techniques, as well as multimedia techniques, while they transform
TCA Cinematography 101: Let’s Make a Movie! 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. June 1-4 Trinity Christian Academy, Secondary Media Center Grades 3-5 Leader: Jessica Sims Contact: Kim Wheat 817-4415897 $100 Students will learn basic filming techniques, implement music into film for dynamic results and understand filming software to assist in creating slideshows and movies. The end results will be a slideshow, a stop motion short, and a 3-5 minute film that they will be able to show to their family and friends!
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Brock Lady Eagle Softball Camp June 15-18 Ryan Starnes 979-324-9620 Brock Lady Eagles Summer Strength and Conditioning 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. June 15-18, June 22-25, June 29-July2, July 20-23, July 27-30, August 3-6 Contact Chance Westmoreland, cwestmoreland@ brockisd.net or Jason Morales jmorales@brockisd.net
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TCA Cooking Camps 10 a.m. to noon June 1-4 Trinity Christian Academy Grades K-2 Leader: Anne DeGroat Grades 3-5 Leader: Tish Wright Contact: Kim Wheat 817-4415897 Kids will learn basic cooking skills and will have fun doing it. A healthy snack, appetizer, meal or dessert will be made each day. TCA Computer Technology Camps 10 a.m. to noon June 15-18 Trinity Christian Academy Grades K-2, Elementary Computer Lab Leader: Kim Hartt Campers will be engaged in multimedia activities such as photo editing, graphics, desktop publishing and more to promote their computer literacy. Grades 3-5, Secondary Computer Lab Leader Pamela McKinney Campers will explore the digital world and transform their photographs into masterpieces worthy of any museum. Campers will apply digital editing and paint tools to produce their creations and much more. Contact: Kim Wheat 817-4415897 TCA Creative Writing Camps 10 a.m. to noon June 8-11 Trinity Christian Academy Grades K-2 Leader: Anne DeGroat Come discover that writing can be fun through storytelling! Students will learn how to share their imaginative ideas through developing characters, plots and settings. Grades 3-5 The Community News
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maintain reading skills and build new ones. This camp will make reading fun! Adventure Awaits: Reading Takes You Places Grades 3-5 Leader Jamie Ainsworth Campers will embark on and adventure through stories, using hands-on activities to interact with the text. Campers will learn fun methods for utilizing what they’ve read and applying the text to their own lives. Skills taught in the classroom will be reinforced through camp using different, out-of-the box approaches. Contact: Kim Wheat 817-4415897 May 22, 2015 15
TCA DJ/PA/Sound System Setup and Control 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. July 13-17 Trinity Christian Academy Secondary Grades Leader: Stephen Vnasdale Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 Learn how to configure, setup and run varieties of powered and non-powered mixing boards and sound systems for the purpose of being able to provide live sound application for a variety of venues including, but not limited to Personal Recording, Live Band and live DJ applications. TCA students who successfully complete this course would be authorized to use TCA’s sound equipment for a variety of TCA sanctioned venues next academic year.
TCA Guitar Jam Camp 3 to 5 p.m. July 13-17 Trinity Christian Academy Grades 1-5 Leader: Stephen Vnasdale Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 $100 A perfect opportunity for elementary students to experience beginner acoustic/electric guitar in a fun and creative group environment. Learn basic chords, basic rhythm and note/music reading skills for developing a love of playing music. Student need to bring their own tunable guitar to each class. TCA Pre-Cotillion Camp 10 a.m. to noon July 20-23 Trinity Christian Academy Grades 1-4 Leader: Tish Wright
Camp Fire Camps in Parker County
From spring break and summer day camps to after school, Camp Fire First Texas has programs where your child will learn in the outdoors, make new friends, discover their spark and thrive.
Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 $100 The purpose of the National League of Junior cotillions PreCotillions program is to give young people instruction and practice in the courtesies and character traits that make life more pleasant for them and those around them. TCA Science Camps 10 a.m. to noon July 13-16 Trinity Christian Academy Grades K-2 Leader: Becca Perales A great week where kids will explore and experiment with the beautiful, amazing and fun stuff in this world God has created! Grades 3-5 Leader: Jennifer Mitchell Campers will experience “AHA” moments while participating in
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Camp Fire programs offer field trips, theme weeks and a variety of activities to keep kids happy and active. Children participate in recreational activities, arts, swimming, nature study and service projects. Join us at one of these Parker County programs: • Spring Break Day Camp • Summer Day Camp • Winter Break Day Camp • After School Program (currently in AISD elementary schools)
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fun hands-on science stations each day. Robots, rockets, roller coasters, DNA, brains and more. Contact: Kim Wheat 817-4415897 TCA Athletic Development June 4-July 23 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Grades 7-12 Coach Joe Hamstra Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 Free to TCA students, $100 for non-TCA students 8 to 9 a.m. Boys Strength Training 9 to 9:15 a.m. Boys and Girls: Core Training together 9:15 to 10 a.m. Girls Strength Training, Boys Speed Training 10 to 11 a.m. (or later) Boys and Girls Skill Development for Selected Teams Monday: Selected dates for boys’ basketball open gym
Tuesday: Football skills training and volleyball open gym Thursday: Girls’ basketball open gym
TCA Basketball Camp, Girls June 29-July 2 9 to 11 a.m. Grades 4-7 1 to 3 p.m. Grades 8-12
TCA Basketball Camp, Boys 9 a.m. to noon June 15-18 Grades 6-8, $125 Coach Kyle Fields Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 This camp is for all young men going into the 7th – 9th grade. The focus of the camp is to improve shooting, ball handling, decision making, defensive positioning, aggressiveness, footwork, and floor leadership. The four days will include individual instruction, as well as team skills, competitions, and a 3-on3 tournament. Participants will receive a camp t-shirt if registered by May 22.
$100 Coach Joe Mamstra Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 Trinity Christian Academy girls’ basketball camp will focus on instruction in shooting, passing, ball handling, and defense in a competitive and supportive atmosphere led by TCA coaching staff. Coaches will teach and refine fundamental basketball skills while motivating players to incorporate the intangibles of hustle, teamwork, positive attitude, and competiveness into their game. Participants will receive a camp t-shirt if registered by May 22.
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TCA Football Camp 9 to 11 a.m. June 22-25 Grades 3-8, $90 Coach Joe Hamstra Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 TCA’s head football coach and several varsity players will help develop your young athlete in the skills of football. This camp is for boys who wish to learn and practice the basic skills necessary to succeed in football. This is a no-contact camp where TCA coaches and varsity players are on hand to instruct and supervise at all times. Each day begins with stretches and warmups followed by small group individual instruction and concludes with a scrimmage. Equipment: appropriate dress, cleats and running shoes (bring both), 32 oz. water or Gatorade/ Powerade.
TCA Eagle Squad Cheer Camp 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. July 27-29 Trinity Christian Academy Grades K-4 Leader: Lisa Deere (Barber Gym) Contact: Kim Wheat 817-4415897 $90 (no uniform), $170 (includes shell, skirt, briefs and bow), additional $20 for pompoms TCA Softball Camp 8 to 10 a.m. June 22-25 Grades 5-11 Coach Malinda Farley Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 $90 Each day we will work on basic mechanics of throwing, hitting, catching and footwork. Each day will build on the day
before. Wear your swim suit on Thursday for sliding lessons on a slip and slide. TCA Volleyball Camp June 8-11 Grades 6-8 ($100) 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Grades 9-12 ($125) 9:00 a.m. to noon Coach Jessica Sims Contact Kim Wheat 817-4415897 The TCA Volleyball Camp is designed to provide athletes of all ability levels a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Athletes will receive training in the fundamentals of passing, setting, hitting, and serving along with special emphasis with defense, offensive and defensive tactics, and match play. Participant will receive a camp t-shirt if registered by May 22.
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TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY TCU Babysitter Basic Training Bootcamp 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 6 Texas Christian University Campus Ages 11 and up To register call 817-257-7132 or www.lifelong.tcu.edu $90 A dynamic, fun and fast paced workshop will equip students to be a safe and efficient babysitter. TCU Words, Camera, Action! Public Speaking at Your Best July 25 Texas Christian University Campus Grades 3-5 To register call 817-257-7132 or www.lifelong.tcu.edu $90 Students learn the importance of body language, tone and words, gain confidence and learn about non-verbal communication, whether playing a character on stage, making new friends at school or trying to get ahead in the workplace. TCU GOT Etiquette August 1 Texas Christian University Campus Grades 3-5 To register call 817-257-7132 or www.lifelong.tcu.edu $90 Includes: Table manners, basic table settings, how to use utensils, salt and pepper, passing food around the table, introductions, meeting and greeting manners, how to make a great first impression, body language, proper handshake, mix and mingle conversation and much more. The Community News
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Information and registration on all Weatherford ISD summer camps can be found at http://comed.weatherfordisd. com. Kids Unite Summer Camps – Grades entering K-1, 2-3, 4-5 and 6-8 Sports Camps – Texas Bullets
Football, Roo Strength and Conditioning, Archery, Volleyball, Tennis, Golf and Basketball Enrichment Camps – Lego Mania, Lego Expert, Lego Logo, Lego Designer, Survival Tactics, Fun with Friends, Paracord Project, Adventures in Art, Beginner Western Horsemanship, Horseback Riding Drivers Education Classroom Phase. Personal Skills – Dog Obedience and Creative Writing Safety Training – Texas Hunter Education
Now registering! TUESDAYS June 9 – July 28, 2015 9am – 2:30pm Ages 1 (by 6-1-15) to 2nd Grade (completed) SONcamp offers kids a fun day with friends! Water Day – Pajama Day – Petting Zoo and much more! Join us for SONcamp and “Let Jesus be Your Guide”
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PARKER COUNTY AREA CAMPS Camp Crucis, Christian Retreat Center - Granbury, TX Weekly Camps June 7-August 1 A ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Fort Worth Grades K-12 and family camp Camp information at wwwcampcrucis.wordpress.com Camp Fire El Tesoro de la Vida Grief Camp July 26 - August 1 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, Texas, 223 acre site on the Brazos River Ages 6-17 www.campfirefw.org/about-us/ camp-el-tesoro/ Please see website for sessions, pricing and application process. Children do not always pos-
sess the necessary skills to cope with loss and grief. El Tesoro de la Vida is a week-long resident camp to help children learn these skills alongside their peers. Camp Fire El Tesoro Overnight Camp June 7-July 24 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury, Texas, 223 acre site on the Brazos River Grades 1-12 www.campfirefw.org Please see website for sessions, pricing and application process. El Tesoro’s overnight camp includes a wide range of activities and programs that reconnect campers with nature. Camp Fire Summer Day Camp – Parker County 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Monday-Friday, June 8-August 14 Vandagriff Elementary Entering grades K-8 www.campfirefw.org $140 per week, $30 individual registrations fee or $50 per family. Weekly field trips, theme weeks and a variety of activities. Camp Fire Summer Day Camp – Diamond Hill Station 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday, June 8-August 14 Diamond Hill Station Ages 4 to 12 years www.campfirefw.org $80 per week, $25 individual registrations fee or $50 per family. Weekly field trips, theme weeks and a variety of activities. Camp Fire Outdoor Education Day Camp at TCU July 6-August 7
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www.campfirefw.org Fees, ages and registration details available through TCU Summer Day Camps. East Parker County Library Summer Reading Program “Every Hero Has a Story” June 1-August 21 Activities for all ages. Register at East Parker County Library or the Super Garden Party on May 31, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wear your best superhero costume for the contest at the garden party. Pick up a calendar of Summer Reading activities with your registration. Impact Athletics - Cheerleading Camp 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 15-19 - Gymnastics Camp 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 22-26 Summer classes available for ages 18 months and older Impact Athletic Training Center www.impactathletictc.com or call 817-899-6681 Leonard Golf Links 9 a.m. to noon June 9-August 14 Leonard Golf Links Boys and girls, ages 5-9 and 10-15 Camp Director Holly Haas 817-560-0200 or www. Leonardgolflinks.com First camp $169 per student,
additional camps discounted, $145 per student. Weekly camps with small student to teacher ratios, snacks, games and prizes. Graham Harrell Passing Camp 8 a.m. registration first day, 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 22-23 Aledo High School Entering grades 6-12, $225 Must preregister online, www. harrellpassing.com Parker County Tennis Association Youth Tennis Camp June 15-18 and June 29-July 2 6-8 years, 8:30to 9:45 a.m. 9-10 years, 10:15 to 11:45 a.m. 11-14 years, 8 to 10 a.m. Soldier Spring Park Tennis Center, Weatherford $44 nonresidents, Weatherford residents with proof of residency receive $4 discount. Camp is limited to 24 participants in each age group. Rackets provided, if needed. Register at Weatherford Parks and Recreation Department, 119 Palo Pinto until filled. The Parson’s Table Culinary Camp June 22-25, June 29-July 2, July 13-16, July 20-23 and July 27-30 10 a.m. to noon, completed grades 2-4 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., completed
grades 5-7 The Parson’s Table in Aledo For information call 817-4412650 Cost is $135, includes supplies, cookbook and t-shirt. Sprouts Learning Center and Christian School Adventure Camp K-6 and Summer Pre-School 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. 817-441-1906 or www. SproutsLearningCenter.net Daily field trips, nutritional lunch and snacks provided, cutting edge curriculum. Limited spaces. Theatre Off The Square Children’s Theatre Camp 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 6-17 Theatre Off The Square Grades 3-9 Camp Directors: Laurie Jones and Jaclyn Justice Production Director: Marilyn Sanderson $250 per child, after June 12 $275 per child. No refund after July 5. Contact Laurie Jones 817-9171689, www.theatreoffthesquare. org or email ladybuglaj@sbcglobal.net Audition for Summer Children’s Production, Monster In The Closet. Show dates are July 17-19 and 24-26.
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CHURCHES Christ Church West Kids Camp June 11-13, ages 5-7, $151 June 14-17, ages 8-12, $214 Youth Camp, The Movement Students July 6-10, $250 if registered by May 24 Lakeview in Maypearl, Texas www.christchurchwest.org
Church At The Crossing Adventure Week 9:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. June 23-26 Church at the Crossing Ages 3 years up to grade 6. Contact 817-441-8885, email office@crossingaledo.com.
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Kidz at Kamp June 12-16 Completed grades 3-6, $260 Riverbend in Glen Rose, Texas Contact Brandi Little blittle@ crossingaledo.com
Noize Camp 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 22-26 New River Fellowship Completed grades 2-12 $125 until May 31, $150 June 1-15 Register at www.newriver.tv
Centrifuge June 12-18 Completed grades 7-12, $450 Glorieta, New Mexico Contact Andy Bob Ward andybob@crossingaledo.com
New River Fellowship High School Camp June 8-13 Orange Beach, Alabama
Noize Camp Jr. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 23-26 New River Fellowship Completed grades K-1 $75 until June 15 Register at www.newriver.tv Noize Night of worship June 26, 6 p.m. for all parents, families and friends.
Trinity Bible Church Jam Camp 2015: Faith, Fun & Fine Arts! 9 a.m. to noon, Monday thru Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday July 20-24 Performance July 24, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Trinity Bible Church Campus Drama Team, auditions June 7 at 4 p.m. are required for all speaking parts and musical solos. Pre-camp rehearsals are required, for more information, www.trinitybible.com.
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VBS Aledo Church of Christ Registration 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 18 All are welcome. For questions call 817-441-8074 or email aledocofc@sbcglobal.net. No cost or registration deadline. VBS Aledo United Methodist Church 9 a.m. to noon and 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mornings June 22-26; Evenings June 21-25 Aledo United Methodist Church Ages 3 years through entering grade 6. Contact Tammy Decker, 817441-8329 or visit the church website for details and registration: www.aledoumc.org. Preregistration is required.
“Everest, Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power” All Aledo families and friends are invited to attend. VBS Faith Presbyterian 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 20-23 Faith Presbyterian Church 817-441-6262 or check details at www.faithaledo.com. Theme: Thailand Trek VBS New River Fellowship 5:30 to 8 p.m., doors open 5:15 June 1-3 VBS @ Splash Kingdom Completed grades K-6 $10 child, not to exceed $30 per family Contact Kim Brewer kimb@ newriver.tv Theme: Overboard
VBS Willow Park Baptist 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 7-10 Willow Park Baptist Ages 4 years through 6th grade Pre-register Free event, can purchase t-shirt $10 each Contact Children’s Pastor, Kenneth Terrell Kenneth@willowparkbaptist.org Theme: “Ohana,” the Polynesian word for Family!
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It’s all about community Moritz Dealerships are proud sponsors of local youth and family activities, and appreciate the support of the community in these worthy causes. Moritz Chevrolet Ride for Heroes • Moritz Kia Soccer Tournament • Holiday Classic Basketball Tournament • Thanksgiving Trot • Aledo Business Development Group Clay Shoot • Bearcat Runners Club • Marva Collins Awards