Kindergarten through Grade 8
June 16 - July 18
Students must register at their grade level during the 2024-2025 School Year
Dates:
SUMMER LEARNING ADVENTURES INFORMATION
Summer School begins on Monday, June 16 and runs through Friday, July 18. There will be no classes held on Thursday, July 3 & Friday, July 4, 2025.
Times:
Incoming 5K - Current 5K (Momentum Program) at Dixon Elementary Classes begin at 8:00am and end 11:55am
Grade 1 - Grade 3 at Burleigh Elementary Classes begin at 8:10am and ends at 12:05pm
Grade 4 - Grade 8 at Brookfield East High School Classes begin at 8:15am and ends at 12:15pm
Location:
Current 4K - Current 5K (Momentum Program) at Dixon Elementary, 2400 Pilgrim Square Dr, Brookfield. PLEASE REGISTER ALL STUDENTS AT THEIR CURRENT GRADE.
Current 1st - 3rd grade classes will be held at Burleigh Elementary, 16185 Burleigh Pl, Brookfield. PLEASE REGISTER ALL STUDENTS AT THEIR CURRENT GRADE.
Current 4th - 8th grade classes will be held at Brookfield East H.S., 3305 Lilly Rd, Rd, Brookfield WI 53005. PLEASE REGISTER ALL STUDENTS AT THEIR CURRENT GRADE.
Fees:
The District will use Infinite Campus to allow parents to pay summer school transportation fees. You are encouraged to pay fees online via a debit/credit card or e-check, no additional transaction fees will be applied. To begin, login to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. Click here for instructions on how to view and pay fees.
Refunds:
NO BUS REFUNDS are issued once the summer school session has begun. May 17, 2024 is the last day transportation changes can be made or canceled to be eligible to receive a refund.
Open House:
Tuesday, June 12, from 3:00 to 5:00 pm
You and your child can navigate the hallways to see where their classrooms are located. Staff will be available.
Registration:
• Registration opens on Thursday, February 27 at 12PM and closes on Thursday, March 6 at 12PM via the Infinite Campus Portal.
• For current Elmbrook District students you will log into your Infinite Campus Account and select 24-25 Summer School Registration. Follow the prompts to select your summer school courses.
• Click here for Summer School Online Registration Instructions.
• If you are a new family with children entering Kindergarten in 2024-
25, please complete the District’s online enrollment form and provide required verification documents by February 24, 2025.
• PRIVATE & PAROCHIAL STUDENTS ENROLLING FOR SUMMER SCHOOL
Online Enrollment Instructions
• New Private Parochial Students to Summer School: In order to be eligible to register for summer school you must complete the online registration and upload requested verification documents by February 24, 2025.
• Returning Private and parochial students: If your child attended summer school in the district last year you will need to complete online enrollment in order to ensure we have the most up-to-date information on file. This needs to be completed by February 24. You do NOT need to provide residency verification or your child’s birth certificate.
• Course placement is by lottery, every student has the same priority in course placement. Your Summer School Schedule will be posted in your student’s Infinite Campus Account on or about April 8 at 12PM.
Transportation:
Due to the number of students enrolled in Summer School, students are strongly encouraged to use the district bus transportation. Students will board buses at their neighborhood school and be transported to summer school locations. At the end of the summer school day, students will be transported back. There is NO home-to-home service.
Bus transportation is not available for students attending only one or two periods a day. If your child receives free or reduced lunch at school, you are eligible for free tuition for bus transportation. You must notify the summer school office to have the waiver applied.
Transportation Fee:
$50/child with a two student fee cap. Click here for instructions on how to view and pay summer school transportation fees
Please email the summer school coordinator at summerschool@elmbrookschools.org if you have more than 2 students. The system doesn’t automatically acknowledge the discount.
Bus Locations for Morning Pick-Up & Afternoon Drop-Off:
Buses will pick-up and drop-off students at each of the following buildings in the District: Swanson, Tonawanda, Pilgrim Park, Wisconsin Hills, and Brookfield Central.
• Bus schedules will be posted on the Summer School section of the website two weeks before the first day of classes.
• Notification will be sent to parents closer to the start of summer school
Parent Drop-Off:
• Please do not park and leave your vehicle unattended in the drop-off area. This area is utilized for a quick curbside drop-off and pick-up only.
• All waiting vehicles will be asked to pull forward as other vehicles leave to relieve congestion.
• We ask parents who wish to escort their children in and out of school to please park in designated locations.
SUMMER LEARNING ADVENTURES INFORMATION CONT.
After School Care:
The West Suburban YMCA will be offering a 5-day Summer School Wrap Camp for K-8 grade at Burleigh Elementary School from 12:15-6:00 pm. To participate in the YMCA program, the student must be enrolled in a third period class. To register or for more information about this camp visit online at www.gwcymca.org. If your child is attending summer school at Brookfield East High School or Dixon Elementary and will use the YMCA Wrap Camp, you MUST sign up for busing and pay the $50 transportation fee per student. Please contact elmbrookwrapcamp@gwcymca.org with questions or for more information.
YMCA Wrap Camp Transportation: if your child will attend Dixon or BEHS and will need transportation to the YMCA Wrap Camp at Burleigh, you will need to select this during transportation signup. That option will look like the following: BUS OUT YMCA BUS OUT-BEHS to YCamp ONLY
Students With Individual Educational Plans (IEPs):
If you feel your child with a disability may need access to the accommodation provided to them during the school year in their IEP to participate in a summer school course, please contact your child’s case manager to set up an IEP meeting.
*Please note that having an IEP does not bypass the lottery process for summer school.
New Students with Medical Needs
If your student has medical needs and may require summer school staff to intervene (administer emergency, scheduled, or as needed medications) we will need physician orders prior to the first day of summer school.
Existing Students with Medical Needs
If your child is currently a student in the district and we already have been providing above medications/cares, we will NOT need additional orders, we will use the orders from the 24-25 school year.
AUGUST OFFERINGS FOR INCOMING 4K & 5K
Incoming 4K August Jumpstart (Monday, August 4 - Friday, August 8) ................................. 9:00-11:30
• Course Number - Brookfield Elem: 0004KJBE
• Course Number - Burleigh Elem: 0004KJBU
• Course Number - Dixon Elem: 0004KJDI
• Course Number - Swanson Elem: 0004KJSW
• Course Number - Tonawanda Elem: 0004KJTO
• This course is offered to students attending 4K in Fall of 2025
• Students do not need to attend the Momentum program to attend the Jumpstart program
This course is a complement to our Momentum program. 4K Jumpstart is offered in the student’s home school to provide an opportunity to learn, reinforce, and secure essential concepts and skills, while also becoming familiar with their home school environment.
Incoming 5K August Jumpstart (Monday, August 4 - Friday, August 8 Incoming Kindergarten Students ......... 9:00-11:30
• Course Number - Brookfield Elem: 000KJBE
• Course Number - Burleigh Elem: 000KJBU
• Course Number - Dixon Elem: 000KJDI
• Course Number - Swanson Elem: 000KJSW
• Course Number - Tonawanda Elem: 000KJTO
• This course is offered to students attending Kindergarten Fall 2025
• Students do not need to attend the Momentum program to attend the Jumpstart program
This course is a complement to our Momentum program. 5K Jumpstart is offered in the student’s home school to provide an opportunity to learn, reinforce, and secure essential concepts and skills, while also becoming familiar with their home school environment.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR CURRENT 4K & CURRENT 5K HELD at DIXON ELEMENTARY
4K Momentum ............................................................................ 8:00-11:55
• Course Number: 000K
• Current Incoming Kindergartners
Keep learning in motion! This class will provide an opportunity for incoming kindergarten students to learn, reinforce, and secure essential concepts and skills, in a fun and energetic atmosphere. This course runs for the entire 23 days of summer school, 8:00-11:55.
5K Momentum ............................................................................ 8:00-11:55
• Course Number: 0001
• Current Kindergartners
This class will provide an opportunity for incoming first grade students to learn, reinforce, and secure the essential concepts and skills in reading, writing and math. This course runs for the entire 23 days of summer school, 8:00-11:55.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR CURRENT 1ST-3RD GRADES HELD at BURLEIGH ELEMENTARY
Period 1: 8:10am - 9:20am • Period 2: 9:25am - 10:35am • Period 3: 10:40am - 12:05pm
NEW All Star Cheer ......................................................................
Grades 2-3
• Course Number: 2026
Our All Star Cheer summer school course will have the basics of motions, jumps, tumbling, and stunting. We will put all of our moves together with a fun, mini routine with music. Students will also learn team building games along with stretching and conditioning.
Arts & Crafts .............................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Grade 1 • Course Number: 3001
• Grade 2 • Course Number: 3002
• Grade 3 • Course Number: 3003
Students will have an opportunity to sketch, draw, sculpt and paint, and make crafts out of scraps of material, buttons or Styrofoam. Have fun making jewelry, edible art, and much more during this arts and crafts adventure.
Board Games .............................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Course Number: 3010
If you love games, then this class is for you. You will learn lots of board and card games that encourage creative thinking and problem solving.
Coding.
• Beginners • Course Number: 1420 (This course is for beginners as an introduction to coding)
• Intermediate • Course Number: 1421 (This course is for students who have had some exposure to Coding)
Grades 1-3
This course is an introduction to coding. Explore digital resources such as ScratchJr., Tynker and Kodable to inspire creativity, enabling children to create their own interactive projects through coding. Students will leave this course with knowledge of a variety of tools they can use to pursue their coding interest.
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR CURRENT 1ST-3RD GRADES
HELD at BURLEIGH ELEMENTARY
Period 1: 8:10am - 9:20am • Period 2: 9:25am - 10:35am • Period 3: 10:40am - 12:05pm
Creative Dramatics ........................................................................
Grades 2-3
• Course Number: 3030
Learn the basics of acting and being comfortable speaking in front of others. A great class for anyone who has acting talent to develop or someone who just wants to get over the “stage fright” of doing a presentation in front of a group.
Hands-On Science .........................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Grade 1 • Course Number: 1411
• Grade 2 • Course Number: 1412
• Grade 3 • Course Number: 1413
Welcome to the world of Experimentation! Students will investigate many areas of the world of Science and be able to roll up their sleeves and get down and dirty. This class will stimulate each child’s natural curiosity and imagination. Children will be able to question, observe, predict, estimate and experiment.
Introduction to Spanish ....................................................................
Grades 1-3 Course Number: 5001
Join us in learning a new language! Stories, crafts, games and songs create a fun learning environment where students can explore meanings and begin to express themselves. Students’ focus will be on listening and speaking, accompanied by practicing new phrases and words.
Kids’ Yoga ................................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Course Number: 2100
This yoga class is for students of varied abilities and needs. Practice breathing techniques to calm, energize, and balance the nervous system. Practice flowing sequences, poses, restorative yoga and deep relaxation.
Lets Dance ...............................................................................
Grades 1-2
• Course Number: 2025
This fun class offers an introduction to the basics of dance in an exciting and enthusiastic way. Students will learn techniques to increase flexibility, coordination, rhythm and confidence.
Math Adventures ..........................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Grade 1 • Course Number: 4001
• Grade 2 • Course Number: 4002
• Grade 3 • Course Number: 4003
In this course, students will review grade level math skills and strategies. Students will engage in opportunities to apply these skills and strategies to mathematical problem solving and enrich their mathematical thinking
Music Adventures .........................................................................
Grades 1-2
• Course Number: 3020
This course will explore the fundamentals of music through singing, dancing, and games. Students will have the chance to create a variety of instruments as well as create art projects such as puppets that complement a variety of songs.
Outdoor Exploration .......................................................................
Grades 2-3
• Course Number: 2010
Students will spend most of the class period outdoors exploring what nature has to offer. They will enjoy studying about different plant life, animals and animal habitats, maps, camping skills and so much more!
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR CURRENT 1ST-3RD GRADES
HELD at BURLEIGH ELEMENTARY
Period 1: 8:10am - 9:20am • Period 2: 9:25am - 10:35am • Period 3: 10:40am - 12:05pm
Reading Adventures .......................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Grade 1 • Course Number: 4101
• Grade 2 • Course Number: 4102
• Grade 3 • Course Number: 4103
In this course, students will focus on grade level reading and word study. They will think and talk about books and have the opportunity to apply these strategies to a variety of texts.
Sports and Fitness ........................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Grade 1 • Course Number: 2021
• Grade 2 • Course Number: 2023
• Grade 3 • Course Number: 2024
Students engage in fitness activities, obstacle courses, parachute games, relay races, bean bag activities, and team sports such as basketball, soccer, etc.
Space Camp .............................................................................
Grades 2-3
• Course Number: 1435
This is an interactive exploration of our space program. Students will learn to understand the job of astronauts traveling into space. Students will learn about each planet; learn about the space shuttle and its duties; and learn about space exploration through a variety of space activities.
STEM ....................................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Grade 1 • Course Number: 1431
• Grade 2 • Course Number: 1432
• Grade 3 • Course Number: 1433
This course will focus on the STEM design process. Students will work on creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking as they build towers, bridges, catapults, marble mazes and more. They will plan, design and build together using science, technology, engineering, and math skills.
Writing Adventures ........................................................................
Grades 1-3
• Grade 1 • Course Number: 4501
• Grade 2 • Course Number: 4502
• Grade 3 • Course Number: 4503
In this course, students will focus on grade level writing skills and strategies. Students will engage in opportunities to enhance their skills by writing, editing, and publishing their work. Please enroll in the current school year academic grade level.
CLASSES FOR CURRENT 4TH-8TH GRADE HELD at BEHS
Period 1: 8:15am - 9:30am • Period 2: 9:35am - 10:50am • Period 3: 10:55am - 12:10pm
Adventures in Media .......................................................................
Grades 5-8
• Course Number: 5064
Explore reporting (newspaper and television), social and other media while keeping the beat on summer school happenings.
Arts & Crafts .............................................................................
Grades 4-5
• Course Number: 3051
This course is open to all those who would like to explore various media. Students will have an opportunity to sketch, draw, sculpt, paint, and make crafts out of scraps of material, string, buttons or beads. Have fun making one-of-kind works of art during this arts and crafts adventure.
Breakout .................................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 1307
This course is a blend of language arts, mathematics, and logical reasoning that focuses on the skills to build the riddles and the storyline for an escape room or breakout box. Their objective is to create an engaging story that follows a set of challenging puzzles to “break free” from the box. Students will focus on concept mapping in language arts all the while developing their critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in mathematics. Their logical reasoning skills will be heightened with their puzzle designs as they learn to productively work in a team. Be prepared to have fun and challenge your thinking like never before.
Card Games/Strategy Games ................................................................
Grades 4-8
• Grades 4,5 • Course Number: 1262
• Grades 6,7,8 • Course Number: 1263
Join us to play fun card games and strategy games. In this course, students will discover strategies using math, logic, and problem-solving skills to become the champion of the class. Games such as Battleship, Othello, Mancala, Knockout, Blokus, Uno, Phase 10, Skip Bo, Farkel, and many more will be played to develop strategies and higher-level thinking. Chinese Language & Culture ..... Grade 6-8
• Course Number: 6001
High energy and loads of fun! Students will learn basic skills of Mandarin Chinese language, explore the fascinating world of Asian culture, taste simple Asian food and try out traditional games and activities such as paper cutting, chopstick race, and Chinese hacky sacks, etc. Finally students will end the summer session with a dragon dance!
Coding Camp .............................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 1269
Students will explore the endless possibilities of coding using free and available technologies such as Scratch, Python and Day of Code Resources. This course is open to all students regardless of coding experience and will inspire students to create their own game or app while learning the essential building blocks of programming.
Creative Acting and Improv .................................................................
Grades 4-8
• Grades 4,5,6 • Course Number: 3055
• Grades 7,8 • Course Number: 3056
Learn some basics of acting and learn to feel more comfortable speaking in front of others. A great class for anyone who has acting talent to develop or someone who just wants to get over the “stage fright” of doing a presentation in front of a group. Presentations are all student-invented, so there will be a lot of opportunity to use creativity and imagination.
Dance and Cheer ..........................................................................
Grades 4-6
• Course Number: 5059
Students will be introduced to the basics of jazz dance technique while synchronized movements and visual effect of working with pom poms. For those students looking towards trying out for cheer and dance teams.
Fun with Fitness ...........................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 1266
Students will have an opportunity to learn about the latest trends in fitness and healthy behavior that will improve their overall health and wellness. This will include jogging, proper stretching techniques, improve flexibility, strength training, aerobic exercises and games.
CLASSES FOR CURRENT 4TH-8TH GRADE HELD at BEHS
Period 1: 8:15am - 9:30am • Period 2: 9:35am - 10:50am • Period 3: 10:55am - 12:10pm
Hands-On Science
.........................................................................
Grades 4-8
• Grades 4,5 • Course Number: 1401
• Grades 6,7,8 • Course Number: 1402
Welcome to the world of Experimentation! Students will investigate many areas of the world of science and be able to roll up their sleeves and get down and dirty. This course will stimulate each student’s natural curiosity and imagination. Students will be able to question, observe, predict, estimate and experiment.
Introduction to Cartooning ...................................................................
Grade 4-5
• Course Number: 3057
Be creative with cartooning by developing characters, backgrounds and short animation in this fun and exciting art course.
Just
Tech It ...............................................................................
Grades 4-6
• Course Number: 1270
Come discover the wide world of technology. Students will gain an assortment of skills such as: keyboarding, coding, making avatars, and editing images to make memes. They will also explore websites like Powtoon, Moovly, Smore, Blabberize, Tour Builder, Voki and many more. Students will have fun creating a variety of technology projects on topics of their interest. They will gain knowledge and experience with technology that will help them in school and everyday life.
Learn from the Masters ....................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 3052
Come create new works of art using pastels, paint, collage techniques and more, based on the work of famous artists. Projects and artists will be new and different each summer.
To take one of the below math courses, please register for Math. Your child will be placed in the appropriate course.
Math 4 Workshop.
• Course Number: 1244
In this course, students will review 4th grade level math skills and strategies. Students will engage in opportunities to apply these skills and strategies to mathematical problem-solving. Students will have opportunities to think more deeply as mathematicians as they work collaboratively to solve problems and play games.
Math 5 Workshop.
• Course Number: 1245
• Current 4th and 5th Grade Students enrolled in Math 6 for 2024-2025 school year.
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Grade 4-5
In this course, students will review 5th grade level math skills and strategies. Students will engage in opportunities to apply these skills and strategies to mathematical problem-solving. Students will explore the relationship between division and fractions as well as ways to compare fractional amounts in the context of a real world problem.
Launch Into Math 7 .........................................................................
Grade 5-6
• Course Number: 1246
• Current 5th and 6th Grade Students enrolled in Math 7 for 2024-2025 school year.
• This does not replace taking Math 6
In this course, students will investigate key 6th grade math concepts that will serve as a foundation for Math 7. These concepts include: Whole number operations; Fraction operations; Decimal operations; Algebra expressions; Ratios & rates; Equations & inequalities; Coordinate plane. Recommended independent learning: Area, Volume, Surface Area, and Statistics.
CLASSES FOR CURRENT 4TH-8TH GRADE HELD at BEHS
Period 1: 8:15am - 9:30am • Period 2: 9:35am - 10:50am • Period 3: 10:55am - 12:10pm
Launch Into Pre-Algebra .......................................................................Grade 7
• Course Number: 1247
• Current 5th and 6th Grade Students enrolled in Pre-Algebra for 2024-2025 school year
• Prerequisite: 5th grade students MUST have a recommendation to move from Math 6 to Pre-Algebra next year*
• Current 7th grade students who wish to review concepts from Math 7
In this course, students will investigate key 7th grade math concepts that will serve as a foundation for Pre-Algebra. concepts include: Rational numbers; Solving simple equations; Inequalities; and Proportions. Recommended independent learning: Percents, Geometry, Probability & Statistics.
*If you register your 5th grade student for this class and your student has not been recommended, the registration will be invalid.
Launch Into Algebra ........................................................................
Grade 6-7
• Course Number: 1255
• Current 6th and 7th grade students enrolled in Algebra for 2024-2025 school year
• 6th grade students MUST have a recommendation to take this course
In this course, students will investigate key Pre-Algebra concepts that will serve as a foundation for Algebra. Preparation will focus on the following learning targets: solving algebraic problems and graphing linear equations using rational numbers; Understanding ratios, proportions, percents; Applying and demonstrating an understanding of the distributive property; Solving a multi-step equation with real numbers; Writing and solving equations from story problems; Graphing functions – slope, triangle; Variation, rate of change, x&y intercept; Multiplication & division properties of exponents. Students who enroll in this course should feel comfortable with rigor and an accelerated pace. Recommended independent learning: Solving systems of equations; Solving linear inequalities by graphing, substitution and elimination, Reasoning and Explaining.
*If you register your 6th grade student for this class and your student has not been recommended, the registration will be invalid.
Exploring Abstract Algebraic Reasoning ........................................................
Grade 6-8
• Course Number: 1256
• Prerequisite: This course was developed for students who have completed Pre-Algebra ONLY
This course will develop a deeper understanding of function relationships, nonlinear functions (piecewise, absolute value, step functions, exponential and quadratic), interpretation of these function relationships within a context and reasoning through real world application. We will also explore transformations of shapes and linear functions, analyze their location on a coordinate grid Comment end and interpret the meaning in context.
*If you register your 6th grade student for this class and your student has not been recommended, the registration will be invalid.
Algebra and Beyond Grade 6-8
• Course Number: 1257
• Prerequisite: This course was developed for students who have completed Algebra I ONLY
Grades 6-8
This course will extend Algebra concepts as well as explore advanced math topics such as Geometry and Probability & Statistics to prepare for future math courses.
CLASSES FOR CURRENT 4TH-8TH GRADE HELD at BEHS
Period 1: 8:15am - 9:30am • Period 2: 9:35am - 10:50am • Period 3: 10:55am - 12:10pm
Adventures in Statistics .....................................................................
Grade 6-8
• Course Number: 1258
Come take an adventure and investigate how probability and stats are everywhere. Work on measurements, graphing, computation and data analysis as you gain an appreciation and understanding of statistics.
Mock Trial ................................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 5058
The verdict is in! The defendant is…… In this class students will learn about courtroom trials, legal terms (arrests, defense, guilt, Miranda warning), and our U.S. legal system. Students will read the background of certain legal cases and divide into prosecution and defense teams. The students will act out the trials of accused persons and prosecute or defend the accused. In addition, we will look at the U.S. Constitution and discuss certain amendments. The course requires high-level thinking and problem solving.
Outdoor Survival ..........................................................................
Grades 4-6
• Course Number: 5062
Students will spend most of the class period outdoors exploring what nature has to offer. They will enjoy studying about different plant life, animals and animal habitats, maps, camping skills and so much more!
NEW Pickleball Play .....................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 5072
A great opportunity for students to be active and learn the rules and strategy of pickleball! Different techniques and strategies will be covered while students will play matches with and against their classmates. All skill levels are welcome!
Reader’s Workshop Gr. 4-5 ..................................................................
Grades 4-5
• Course Number: 1314
This workshop will provide an opportunity for students to read, write, think and talk about books. Instruction will be provided in a workshop format including whole group, small group and individually in order to target individual student needs and interests.
Reader’s Workshop Gr. 6-8 ..................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 1315
The focus of this course is to develop students as readers by having them engage with a variety of literary genres. Specific instruction will focus on basic comprehension skills, analysis of text, textual inferences, and literary responses. Instruction will be provided in a workshop format including whole group, small group and individually in order to target individual student needs and interests.
Robotic Exploration ........................................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 1271
Students will look at the various aspects of robotic construction and design. Working in small groups, students will design, build and program different robotic machines to solve a variety of problems. Robots will be judged in a series of friendly competitions with classmates.
Introduction to Coding Robotics .............................................................
Grades 4-5
• Course Number: 1272
In this course, students will learn some basic coding skills to code simple robots to do a variety of tasks. Each week, the students will get to use a new robot such as Ozobots, Spheros, or Dash & Dot, and Lego robots grow their problem solving, creativity, and coding skills.
Running Through Summer ..................................................................
Grades 4-6
• Course Number: 1265
This course will teach you everything you want to know about running and more. We will do short distance running to longer distance running. Our goal will be to run a 5K together. Along with running you will learn all about the life long skills that becoming a runner creates. Each day there will be a lesson about character.
CLASSES FOR CURRENT 4TH-8TH GRADE HELD at BEHS
Period 1: 8:15am - 9:30am • Period 2: 9:35am - 10:50am • Period 3: 10:55am - 12:10pm
NEW Spanish for Beginners ...............................................................
Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 6010
Spanish for beginners is a class to introduce students to the Spanish language. In this class we will have lots of cultural group activities to bring Spanish to life! We will emphasize speaking , games and basic interactions as well as basic comprehension skills . If you would like to learn about basic interactions in Spanish , food and culture, this class is for you!
Sports and Fitness Camp ...................................................................
Grades 4-8
• Grade 4,5 Course Number: 5070
• Grade 6,7,8 Course Number: 5071
Campers engage in outdoor fitness activities, obstacle courses, parachute games, relay races, bean bag activities, and team sports such as basketball, soccer, etc.
Paper Crafting ............................................................................
Grades 5-8
• Grade 4,5 Course Number: 5060
• Grade 6,7,8 Course Number: 5061
We will study Paper Crafting techniques including mini-scrapbooking crafts and other paper projects in this course. Students will explore crafting using paper or cards as the primary artistic medium for the creation of two or three dimensional objects
STEM and Building Fun .....................................................................
Grades 4-6
• Course Number: 1268
This class will focus on the STEM design process. Students will work on creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking as they build towers, bridges, catapults, marble mazes and more. They will plan, explore, design and build together using science, technology, engineering, and math skills.
Writer’s Workshop .........................................................................
Grades 4-8
• Grade 4,5 Course Number: 1110
• Grade 6,7,8 Course Number: 1115
The focus of this course is to develop students as writers by having them engage with a variety of genres, which may include narrative, argumentative, and informational writing. on topics of their choosing. Specific instruction will focus on leads, organization, elaboration, craft techniques, conclusions, and basic conventions. Instruction will be provided in a workshop format including whole group, small group and individually in order to target individual student needs and interests.
Summer Band & String Lessons ...............................
Four 30 minute sessions between June 17 and July 19
• Band Course Number: 7052 ............................................................................
• Strings Course Number: 7050
• Lessons are from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm (30 minute - 1x a week)
• Grades 4-8
This course is offered to anyone, grades 4-8, looking to study privately or in a small group on a band or a string instrument. Space is limited to 180 in Band and 45 in Strings. Summer band and orchestra lessons offer students a chance to improve performance on their instruments, review technique in the summer, and play exciting music that will appeal to their ability and personality. Summer lessons offer students a chance to receive small group professional instruction. Each student will be scheduled for four 30 minute sessions. It is strongly recommended that incoming 6th grade students who are first time band or orchestra members consider signing up for this opportunity.
Superband ............................................................................... Grades 6-8
• Course Number: 7056
Calling all 6-12th grade band Elmbrook Schools Band Students! Join the Super Band and serve your community and honor your country by marching in the Brookfield 4th of July Parade! The Elmbrook Super Band consists of 6-12th grade band students and any Elmbrook 6-12th grade students can be in the band. We have one rehearsal in June before the school year ends and then we march in the parade on July 4th! Stay tuned to hear more on how to sign up for this great opportunity from your school’s band director.
COURSES OFFERED AT BEHS FOR 8th GRADE ONLY
P.E. 9 (class held at Brookfield East) .................................................................Grade 8
• Course Number: 2001
• 0.5 P.E. Credit
Students completing the 8th grade may register for this class. Please refer to High School Brochure for more information at www.elmbrookschools.org/summerschool.
Transitioning to High School (class held at Brookfield East) ..............................................Grade 8
• Course Number: 5006
• 0.5 Elective Credit
This course is going to be an interactive learning experience that will provide you with the tools to have a smooth and successful transition to high school by reviewing a variety of strategies, resources, and plans with the goal of making your move to high school seamless and successful. This course will focus on the following skills:
• Individual Learning Plans for High School per student
• Academic Development (Post-secondary education (WISCAREERS); Four year plans
• Culture and Environment (layout of schools, who are your resources, how you can get involved)
• Social and emotional support for the transition
• Learning strategies (RAP, Cornell notes, Literacy TA strategies in reading, writing, speaking and listening
Summer Strength, Speed & Conditioning
• BCHS: Course Number 2003
• BEHS: Course Number 2002
This course offering is a strength, speed, and conditioning course geared toward the highly motivated student who wants to improve their strength, power, speed, endurance, agility, and flexibility through a five week summer training program. The goal of this class is to improve student’s athleticism off the field so they can reach their potential on the field. All students will participate in specially designed weight workouts, agility and conditioning programs that best fit their desire to improve. Students will get the tools needed to be successful Lancer/Spartan student athletes through the daily hard work, sweat, and effort in the fitness activities offered to them in the course, as well as developing the platform to live a healthy lifestyle.
EACH SCHOOL HAS DIFFERENT HOURS AND DOES NOT FOLLOW THE TYPICAL SUMMER SCHOOL SCHEDULE/TIMES
Brookfield Central Grades current 7-11 • Males 7:00-9:00 am and Females 8:30-10:30 am
Dates: Mon-Thurs June 9th - July 30th. Off July 3rd (Dates/Times are tentative and may be changed at staff discretion.) Staff will provide any updates and changes directly to the students before the program begins.
Brookfield East Grades current 8-11 • Males 7:00-9:00 am Females 8:30-10:30 am
Dates: M-Th starting on June 9th - July 31st; Thursdays meet at Wirth Park Hill at respective times. (Dates/Times are tentative and may be changed at coaches discretion.) The coaching staff will provide any updates and changes directly to the students before the program begins.
ENRICHMENT COURSE OFFERINGS
Summer Strength, Speed & Conditioning ...........................................
BCHS Current Grades 7-11
• BCHS: Course Number 2003
This course offering is a strength, speed, and conditioning course geared toward the highly motivated student who wants to improve their strength, power, speed, endurance, agility, and flexibility through a five week summer training program. The goal of this class is to improve student’s athleticism off the field so they can reach their potential on the field. All students will participate in specially designed weight workouts, agility and conditioning programs that best fit their desire to improve. Students will get the tools needed to be successful High School student athletes through the daily hard work, sweat, and effort in the fitness activities offered to them in the course, as well as developing the platform to live a healthy lifestyle.
THIS COURSE HAS DIFFERENT HOURS AND DOES NOT FOLLOW THE TYPICAL SUMMER SCHOOL SCHEDULE/TIMES
Brookfield Central Grades current 7-11 • Males 7:00-9:00 am and Females 8:30-10:30 am
Dates: Mon-Thurs June 9th - July 30th. Off July 3rd (Dates/Times are tentative and may be changed at staff discretion.) Staff will provide any updates and changes directly to the students before the program begins.
Elmbrook Summer Theater .......................................
Please see schedule listed below for dates/times
• Course Number AC1926
• Grades 7-12
• Dates and Times Below in Calendar
This is an intensive program to build confidence and self-esteem while strengthening skills in acting, production and aspects of technical theater. Each student will be working with a creative production team and other students to rehearse and perform a full-scale play. No prerequisites are required - it is designed for students who want to expand their theater experience or want to explore if they have a passion for this type of venue. This session is designed for each student to learn many different aspects of theater and work within an ensemble and will conclude with 6 performances in the Brookfield Central Black Box with live ticketed audiences. This unique summer program affords the students the opportunity to experience different roles of “live” theater including: acting, rehearsals, set design and construction, lighting and sound, props, costuming, makeup and production and house support - allowing them to enhance or polish their theater knowledge and skills. Please contact Dan Pronley with questions (pronleyd@elmbrookschools.org)
