Summer 2018 Brochure
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Featuring New Camps in Partnership with:
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Programs for Ages 3 - 14 Offerings Available from 7:30am to 5:45pm Daily June 4 - August 17
Welcome to Your Summer at HMS! Hello Future HMS Summer Friends and Families!
We are excited to have you joining us for Summer 2018. We look forward to meeting each and every one of you in the months and weeks ahead as we aim to provide you with the most enriching and positive summer experience yet! In our Enrichment Camps, you can pick individual sessions to explore new possibilities and broaden your child’s horizons. In the Create-Your-Day program, you can design your daily or weekly schedule with as much flexibility and creativity as you need for your family. We also offer Activity and Movement Camps that help build athletic and physical skills in a fun, supportive environment.
This summer, Snapology will continue to send their talented, experienced staff to teach various camp offerings! In addition, we are excited to bring We Can Code IT and Akron Fossils & Science Center to campus! We Can Code IT will teach cutting-edge technology and computer programming all summer long. Akron Fossils & Science will bring their educational scientific programming for all ages to our campus. We believe these camps will prepare our children for the world of tomorrow. Summer is a time for children to explore, create and discover; a time for them to make new friends and to reconnect with old ones. We realize that there is a wide selection of summer opportunities for your child, and we are honored that you are considering our programs. Best, Tim McQuait Auxiliary Programs Coordinator
Summer Adventure Awaits at HMS!
About HMS
Thinking critically, acting globally and making connections across disciplines. Persisting through problem solving. Working on teams and independently. Hudson Montessori students practice these skills at a young age. In our close-knit community, students are known and learn at their own pace. Challenged to achieve their personal best, students leave well-prepared for meaningful lives and responsible global citzenship.
Campus
Our campus just north of Hudson, Ohio is designed to be child-friendly and to inspire young minds to discover the world around them firsthand. Our school is situated on 12acres, equipped with an indoor gymnasium and a contained playground area with ageappropriate equipment. Our enclosed back woods feature additional outdoor enrichment opportunities.
Schedule Flexibility
We pride our ourselves on providing flexible summer options that cater to busy families. Programming is available from 7:30am to 5:45pm daily. Many campers attend one of the Enrichment Camps in the morning, then transition to Create-Your-Day until later in the afternoon; you can also add Before-Care and After-Care. With our many options, the possibilities to enjoy your summer are endless.
HMS Summer Staff
All of our programs are staffed by talented and dedicated camp counselors who are passionate about working with children -- many of whom are also HMS faculty, staff, or alumni. Some programs are staffed independently by leaders in their respective fields that inspire children to create, discover, and explore the world around them.
Create-Your-Day Opportunities
Welcome to Create-Your-Day
Create-Your-Day offers the opportunity to learn new ideas and interact with your fellow campers on a daily basis. Each week has its own transformative theme designed with an emphasis on encouraging campers to step outside their comfort zone. Campers will be guided by our experienced staff through a Montessori-inspired curriculum. With the many scheduling offerings available, campers can also structure Create-Your-Day camp around other camps at HMS like Enrichment or Activity Camps. Full-day campers should bring a lunch, 1-2 snacks, and a water bottle. For Ages 3 and Above!
Weeks and Dates
Week 1 June 4 - 8
Weekly Themes
Rainforest Expedition
Week 2 June 11 - 15
Astronaut Adventures
Week 3 June 18 - 22
Dinosaur Dig
Week 4 June 25 - 29
Red, White, and Birthday!
Week 5 July 5 - 6
Camp HMS
Week 6 July 9 - 13
Insect Inquiry
$120 for 2 Day Week
Create-Your-Day Schedule
Weekly Hours (9:00-3:15) : $250 Weekly - 5 Half Day Hours : $150 (9:00-Noon) or (Noon-3:15) Daily Rate: $60 Half-Day Rate: $40 Hourly Rate: $20 Weekly Before-Care: $35 (7:30-9:00am Daily) Weekly After-Care: $45 (3:15-5:45pm Daily)
Description of Themes
Prepare to learn all about the diversity of the rainforest! So many animals and plants call this vibrant and exotic place their home.
Space -- the last frontier or yet another fun week at HMS? Come explore our galaxy and the spaceship we call Earth as we journey through space.
The Jurassic is fantastic! Or should I say was fantastic? Either way, get ready for a blast from the past as we explore the world when dinosaurs roamed!
Guess who’s about to turn 242? The USA, that’s who! Come learn about our country and its early founding and show your patriotic pride. It’s time to go outside and see all that nature has to offer, as we build a campsite on HMS’ campus. We will hike and look for wildlife.
Discover the critters that creep, crawl, fly, and play a vital role in our ecosystem. We will learn where these creatures live, both indoors and outdoors!
The Possibilities are Endless!
Week 7 July 16 - 20
Superheroes and Everyday Heroes
Week 8 July 23 - 27
Camp CountyFair
Week 9 July 30 August 3
Colors of the Rainbow
Week 10 August 6 - 10
Pirate Bay
Week 11 August 13 - 17
Island Adventures
This week we will explore what defines and makes a hero truly “super.” Do you have a favorite hero or role model? Examples are all around us. Summit County isn’t the only one having a Fair this week we are too! Enjoy your favorite carnival games and fair food this week at HMS.
Have fun with color this week! Children will explore the world through an examination and discovery of color.
Arrrrrg ‘ye ready for adventure at HMS? Become swashbuckling sailors this week as we hunt for treasure and make our own maps to find it. Help us create a tropical paradise. We will explore the many animals that call the tropics their home and bid adieu to Summer 2018.
WeCan Code IT Camps About We Can Code IT Kids This summer, send your child to an all-day camp that will spark their creativity in tech! Our innovative kids programs teach skills in coding, game and web design, robotics, digital art, and more. Your child will be inspired, make new friends, and gain skills that will last beyond the summer! We Can Code IT Kids is a division of We Can Code IT, a coding bootcamp that teaches people how to code with a special emphasis on inclusion and diversity in tech. For more information, visit WeCanCodeIT.org.
Program Information
Levels: 2nd - 7th Grade (Fall 2018)
Cost: $375 - $400 depending upon the session and theme’s materials Dates: June 11 - 15 June 18 - 22 June 25 - 29 July 9 - 13
Weekly Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm; Lunch break will occur at approximately 11:30am daily
Format: One-week sessions; campers are encouraged to sign up for multiple weeks and weeks do not need to be consecutive.
Additional Information All campers should bring a packed lunch, 1 2 snacks , and a water bottle for each day of camp. HMS also offers Before- and AfterCare (available from 7:30 - 9:00am or 3:00 - 5:45pm) for $35/week in the mornings and $45/week in the afternoons. In addition, HMS Shuttle Service is available from Solon, Twinsburg, Stow, and Kent. Please see the end of the brochure for information regarding transportation. Camp tuition is all-inclusive and contains all of the material and equipment associated with each weekly theme.
Immersive Technology Camps All Summer
Minecraft Amusement Park June 11 - 15 Cost $375
Web Design June 18 - 22 Cost $375
Learn electrical engineering and computer science concepts. Create a working ferris wheel, rollercoaster, and other fun rides in Minecraft while learning important computer science and electrical engineering concepts like logic gates and more.
Learn how to design your own website! Whether it is focused on you, your friends, your pets, or your favorite causes, you’ll learn how to easily share your message with the world while gaining invaluable computer language skills in HTML and CSS.
3D - Printing June 25 - 29 Cost $400 Design your own jewelry, action figures, and more, then bring it to life through 3D printing. Watch your creation come to life and bring it home with you.
Be a Video Star! July 9 - 13 Cost $400 Learn video production and create your very own YouTube channel! Start your own video blog, tutorial or short film and learn how to edit them.
Akron Fossils & Science Center at HMS
About Akron Fossils & Science Center
Akron Fossils & Science Center exists to provide children with balanced, affordable, and hands-on educational opportunities to explore the science of the world past, present, and future. Through a diverse range of educational programming, we strive to inspire critical thought and instill a strong foundational love of science at an early age. We are more than a science center; we are a community of people dedicated to making learning fun and meaningful. We believe the best way to learn science is to experience it and this philosophy guides everything we do. Through Akron Fossils & Science Center, campers become more than observers; they become researchers, experimenters, and even educators. Our programs let you experience science firsthand and encourage understanding and deep, critical thought. Our camps will ignite a passion for learning and exploration that last a lifetime.
Program Information
Levels: Kindergarten - 5th Grade (Fall 2018) Cost: $175/session Dates: June 4 - 8 June 11 - 15 August 6 - 10
Weekly Time: 9:00 - 11:45am
Format: One-week sessions; campers are encouraged to sign up for multiple weeks and weeks do not need to be consecutive. Campers can also sign-up for before-care, after-care or additional camps in the afternoon.
Engaging Camps to Explore Your Passions Mad Science Camp June 4 - 8 At Mad Science Camp, children will explore the incredible worlds of chemistry and physics! Through exciting, hands-on activities and crafts, this camp will teach the basics of these scientific fields. As they learn, campers will conduct experiments and test ideas, just like real scientists! Each camp day will include fun, hands-on activities and a craft to take home. Topics covered will include: Chemistry and physics; changes of matter; the Periodic Table of Elements; differences between elements, compounds, and mixtures; how forces interact to cause motion, and more!
Dinosaur Adventure Camp August 6 - 10 Learn all about the fossil record and the incredible creatures we find within it at Dinosaur Adventure Camp! Through fun, hands-on activities and crafts, campers will learn about the dynamic dinosaurian world, the conditions needed to turn a dino into a fossil, and they will even have the chance to touch REAL dinosaur fossils and minerals! Other topics that will be explored include: dinosaur classifications, the differences between real and replica fossils, new technologies being used in the search for fossils, and more!
Snapology - S.T.E.A.M. Camps
About Snapology
Come explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math firsthand by enrolling in all-day camp with Snapology of Kent. Snapology’s mission is to provide children with the opportunity to engage in “playful learning” activities that will stimulate their creativity and spark an interest in learning. Snapology’s activities offer campers an environment where they are encouraged to create and interact with technology and explore the world around them through a hands-on approach that promotes playful learning. Snapology personalizes the learning through lessons based on themes and topics that are of interest to campers. We use familiar objects in unfamiliar ways by incorporating the use of LEGO® bricks. Staff are experienced and trained educators who passionately create a positive environment for all students. All camps take place on the campus of Hudson Montessori School.
Additional Information
All campers must bring a packed lunch (for all-day camp), 1-2 snacks, and a water bottle. Hudson Montessori School also offers Before- and After-Care (from 7:30 - 8:30am or 3:30 5:45pm) for $35/week in the mornings and $45/week in the afternoons. Our programs are popular with children of all learning levels.
Program Information
Levels: Kindergarten - 6th Grade (Fall 2018) Dates: June 11 - 15 July 9 - 13 June 18 - 22 July 16 - 20 June 25 - 29 July 23 - 27
Session Times: Morning Session: 8:30 - 11:30am Afternoon Session: 12:30 - 3:30pm All-Day Session: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Format: Campers can enroll all-day by chosing morning and afternoon, and can enroll multiple weeks.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math
June 18 - 22
June 11 - 15
Morning
Afternoon
Space Wars Robotics 8:30 - 11:30am Cost $200
Adventures with Star Wars® 12:30 - 3:30pm Cost $200
Robotics inspired by Star Wars® and space travel! Come on an adventure building and programming functional robots using LEGO® bricks in this super-fun program. Learn about space, space travel and, of course, Star Wars®! Build different robots each day! Learning is enhanced through the use of laptops in this class!
If you love Star Wars®, this is the camp for you! Come participate in Star Wars® themed activities using LEGO® bricks and other interactive learning tools, build scenes from the movie, build ships, and make lightsabers. May the Force be with you!
Sensei Wu needs you! Design a new dojo for Snapology using LEGO® bricks, and train your men to battle with the best. Go through ninja training and earn your black belt Snapology-style. Get ready to have fun and become a Master Ninja.
This camp will explore the world of transportation. Students will build models of their favorite forms of transportation as they learn about energy, wheels and axles, air resistance, and more.
Snapology Ninjas 8:30 - 11:30am Cost $200
Planes, Trains, & Automobiles 12:30 - 3:30pm Cost $200
All-Day
Combine Morning and Afternoon Camps for an All-Day Experience!
8:30am - 3:30pm Cost: $300
Enroll in both a morning and afternoon camp during the same week for a reduced price. Lunch will take place from 11:30am Noon with a brief recess to follow between halfday Snapology Sessions.
Snapology - S.T.E.A.M. Day Camps
July 9 - 13
June 25 -29
Morning
Snapology Scientists 8:30 - 11:30am Cost $200 Allow your child to cultivate their love of science and experience different domains of science and nature. Students will engage in concepts from astronomy, earth science, biology, chemistry and physics using LEGO® bricks and other interactive learning tools.
Pokemania 8:30 - 11:30am Cost $200
Come join Snapology for Pokemania. Students will build and explore the world of Pokemon as they create their own gyms, battles, and even their very own generation of Pokemon. Children will also learn about real world science as they learn about the habitats of the Pokemon. Your child will have a blast becoming the best Pokemon trainer ever.
Afternoon
Creature Creator Robotics 12:30 - 3:30pm Cost $200
In Snapology’s Creature Creator Robotics class, your animal lover will create their own animal inspired robotic models. Students will learn about gear ratios, sensors, simple machines, and programming as they build insects, dolphins, gorillas, and much more. Your child is sure to have a wild time as they build, learn, and play.
Minecraft Madness® 12:30 - 3:30pm Cost $200
Travel to the Nether with Snapology, but watch out for those creepers! Join us as we bring Minecraft® to life using LEGO® bricks and technology. Create your own world, characters, and discover different aspects of Minecraft® architecture as you explore the many worlds of Minecraft®.
All-Day
Combine Morning and Afternoon Camps for an All-Day Experience!
8:30am - 3:30pm Cost: $300
Enroll in both a morning and afternoon camp during the same week for a reduced price. Lunch will take place from 11:30am Noon with a brief recess to follow between halfday Snapology Sessions.
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math
July 23 - 27
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Morning
Robot Challange 8:30 - 11:30am Cost $200
Do you think you can create a robot that can save a town devastated by a natural disaster? In Snapology’s Robot Challenge, the students will learn how to construct a robot to perform tasks in a simulated disaster. From clearing roads of debris to moving a tree off of a house, students will learn real-life techniques used by engineers.
Snapology Engineers 8:30 - 11:30am Cost $200
Students will build super-cool models that use gears, axles, pulleys, and technical bricks. Children will use engineering and physics concepts as they work in teams under guided instruction to build different models each day. Students will learn about diverse engineering, physics, geometry, and trigonometry concepts in this program.
Afternoon
Mega Machine Robots 12:30 - 3:30pm Cost $200
In Snapology's Mega Machine Robotics class, your child will create some of their favorite motorized vehicles. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, pulleys, cranks, and programming as they build trucks, space rovers, helicopters, and much more. Your child is sure to have fun as they build, learn, and play.
Alternative Energy 12:30 - 3:30pm Cost $200
Ever wonder how energy is developed from the sun, wind, and water? Come build a solarpowered car, a windmill and a watermill using LEGO® bricks. Save the planet and build with LEGO® bricks all at the same time!
All-Day
Combine Morning and Afternoon Camps for an All-Day Experience!
8:30am - 3:30pm Cost: $300
Enroll in both a morning and afternoon camp during the same week for a reduced price. Lunch will take place from 11:30am Noon with a brief recess to follow between halfday Snapology Sessions.
Enrichment Camps for all Ages!
Enrichment Camps at HMS
Students of all ages have the opportunity to create, discover, and explore the world around them while enriching current interests and finding new ones! We pride ourselves on the diversity of our offerings, as we have programs for all interests and age levels. Enrichment Camps at HMS typically are offered as morning or afternoon half-day options and are taught by professionals in the field.
Sew Your Own T-Shirt Memory Quilt
Levels: 6 - 12 years old Dates: June 4 - 8 Time: 9:00 - 11:30am Cost: $235 Min. 4, Max. 12 Participate in the latest trend with HMS Teacher Laurie Householder! Reuse and recycle your tshirts by creating a custom memory keepsake quilt that will be treasured for years! We will transform six to nine of your very own favorite t-shirts from sports activities, vacations, sports teams, or school spirit wear into a cozy keepsake quilted throw that is practical and sentimental! This camp is for beginners to experienced sewers! Students will learn to apply interfacing, use straight pins, thread a sewing machine, load a bobbin, and sew straight-stitches on a machine. Participants should bring six to nine t-shirts and a pair of scissors to the first day of camp. We will travel to Joann Fabrics on a field trip in the school van on the first day to choose fabrics for our quilts. Fee includes: sewing notions, interfacing, coordinating quilting fabrics, blizzard fleece AND learning new skills while enjoying summertime with friends! At the end of the week you will take home your new keepsake quilt!
Hudson Montessori Chess Club
Levels: Kindergarten - 8th Grade (Fall 2018) Dates: June 4 - 8 Full Day: 9:00am - 4:00pm; Lunch at Noon Half Day: 9:00am - Noon or 1:00 - 4:00pm Cost: $275 (Full Day); $175 (Half Day) Hudson Montessori School and Progress with Chess are proud to offer this week long chess camp for students in grades K-8. All levels welcome, from beginner to expert! Students will thrive in our supportive environment and receive plenty of individual attention in small groups, divided by age and skill level. Chess sets and written materials are provided. The camp will be conducted by “Progress with Chess�, a local non-profit organization which provides chess instruction in over 50 Greater Cleveland locations, employing an experienced staff of professional instructors. Beginning students will master the rules and moves of the pieces, basic strategy and checkmates. More experienced players will explore openings, endgames, tactics and checkmate patterns. Activities include a healthy mixture of interactive lessons and supervised open play. A short recess is scheduled in the morning and afternoon with opportunities for physical exercise. Lunch and free time will be from 11:30am to 12:30pm (pack a lunch, 1-2 snacks, and a water bottle). Pizza Party for all campers and family members Friday noon to 1pm!
Explore, Think, Persist, and Connect
The Kids’ Kitchen with Math + Chemistry Levels: 3-12 years old Dates: June 11 - 15 Time: 9:00am - Noon Cost: $225 Min. 8, Max. 12
A new adventure in the kitchen! Learn about the importance of math and chemistry in cooking with HMS Teacher Laurie Householder. Campers will practice math skills by measuring, doubling recipes, and working with fractions. We will explore kitchen chemistry and conduct chemistry experiments each day with dishes that we will mix up, cook, and EAT! For the child who loves art and making crafts, a bit of writing, sewing, and crafting will be integrated into the curriculum as we make aprons, beverage coasters, and a recipe book‌all to take home! Our dishes will be a variety of popular American, Tex-Mex, and Italian foods. Participants will decide together which recipes to make for lunch each day. All activities and lessons are differentiated based on age and developmental level. Lunch and snacks are all prepared during club. No need to pack a lunch this week!
Enrichment Camps for all Ages! Clay Creations
Levels: 6 - 12 years old Session 1: June 18 - 22 Session 2: June 25 - 29 Time: 9:00 - 11:30am Cost: $235 Min. 6, Max. 10 Roll, pinch, and coil your way to beautiful ceramic pieces! Ms. Blatnik, B.A. Studio Art & M.Ed. and current Children’s House Teacher and Ceramics Studio Coordinator, will guide your child in the basics of hand building ceramics as well as an opportunity to throw on the wheel. Pieces will be bisque fired, glazed, and fired again. Glazing sessions available 12:00-2:00pm on July 10, July 11, July 13 by appointment as scheduled with Ms. Blatnik.
*Includes materials and two firings
Explore, Think, Persist, and Connect Hudson Hikes & Nature Crafts Levels: 3 - 12 years old Dates: July 5 - 6 Time: 9:00 - 11:30am Cost: $125 Min. 6, Max. 9
HMS Chocolate Factory Levels: 5 - 9 years old Dates: June 25 - 29 Time: 12:30 - 3:00pm Cost: $225 Min. 6, Max. 12
For the first time, HMS will offer a chocolate making summer camp where budding chocolatiers will learn the history of chocolate and how chocolate is made before we create our own molded delicacies. Campers will learn the proper way to temper the finest white, milk and dark chocolate by Merckens. Each Chocolatier will dip fruit, make clusters, create chocolate lollipops and so much more. Every sweet you make will be beautifully packaged and brought home to share with family and friends. During the week we will also read several fiction and non-fiction books about chocolate! Satisfy your sweet tooth and join Hudson Montessori School assistant teacher, Ms. Colleen for this do-it-yourself chocolate making camp. All ingredients will be supplied. Sign up soon, this delicious camp is sure to fill up quickly.
Participants will enjoy the beauty of the outdoors to hike, play, complete scavenger hunts, and collect items for nature crafts. We will travel on the HMS van to some of Hudson’s beautiful city parks to explore, hike and identify native birds and plants. We will collect items for our art work and crafts. Each day we will create a piece of garden art such as leaf pressings, weavings, or texture stones. Participants are asked to bring a water bottle and sunscreen.
Enrichment Camps for all Ages! Fashionista
Levels: 5 - 12 years old Dates: July 9 -13 Time: 9:00 - 11:30am Cost: $225 Min. 6, Max. 12 Fashionista Camp is again back by popular demand! Now in its 9th year, Ms. Blatnik, current teacher at HMS, guides campers in making “Wearable Art� and discovering their inner divas. As in years past, Wednesday is TieDye Day! Create your own personal style. Sign up soon for some fabulous, fashionable fun, because this camp fills up quickly! Campers should supply their own 100% cotton item to dye. If you sign up before June 15, please email Ms. Blatnik at mblatnik@hudsonmontessori.org for a cotton tank dress or leggings.
Zoology with the Akron Zoo Levels: 1st - 5th Grade (Fall 2018) Dates: July 9 - 13 Time: 12:30 - 3:00pm Cost: $200 Min. 5, Max. 20
Join the Akron Zoo staff to learn all about animals and their homes. Each day of camp, students will meet live animals and learn about their adaptations and habitats. Every day will include fun games and activities that students can participate in to help them learn all about animals. Students will also use the knowledge they gain, along with their creativity, to design an exhibit for an imaginary zoo.
Discover, Create, and Explore Horse Camp
Levels: Kindergarten - 4th Grade (Fall 2018) Dates: July 16 - 20 Session 1 Time: 9:00 - 11:00am Session 2 Time: 12:30 - 2:30pm Cost: $225 Min. 5, Max. 8 Campers get to spend a week at a working horse barn. The week will include grooming the horse, time in the saddle, and horse related educational segments. It will be a week full of fun with our equine partners. Transportation to and from HMS to Brassline Stables is included. The HMS Shuttle will depart promptly from Hudson Montessori School at the beginning time, listed above, each day. For more information on Brassline Stables, please visit www.brasslinestables.com.
The Art of Archery
Levels: 9 - 14 years old Dates: July 23 - 27 Time: 9:00am - Noon Cost: $200 Min. 6, Max. 8 Learn the sport of archery, an art that has been practiced through the ages all around the world! For all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, we will go through one week of fun, games, and competition to improve your shooting skills. You will be hitting your target the very first day of class with a certified archery instructor. Join the ranks of archers in history, such as Robin Hood and his merry men (and women)!
The instructor is Patrice Metoyer, PhD., who is a Certified Archery Instructor, ACT/SAT Coach, College Entrance Coach, Tutor, and Life Skills High School Math/Science Teacher.
HMS Math Camp by Mathnasium
About Mathnasium The Math Learning Center
The Mathnasium Summer Camp is a great way to give your child fun activities to do during the summer while also meeting their educational needs. Our flexible program can be tailored to meet your child’s specific goals.
Program Information
Levels: 8 - 14 years old
Cost: $450; includes transportation & assessment Dates: July 23 - August 17 Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Session Times: 9:30 - Depart HMS 10:00 - 11:30am - Lesson at Mathnasium Noon - Arrive back at HMS
Pickup/Drop Off: Campers should be dropped off and picked up at HMS. They will be transported to Mathnasium of Beachwood via shuttle by a HMS van. Mathnasium of Beachwood
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Magical Theater Company at HMS FUNdamentals of Acting! Levels: 7 - 13 Years Old Dates: July 30 - August 3 Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm Cost: $250 Min. 4, Max. 8
Lots of fun while focusing on skill-building for the young performer. Days will be divided into three key skill areas for the actor: using the body, voice, & mind to create character.
The camp will be led by Magical Theatre Company located out of Barberton, which specializes in children’s theater. The camp will take place on the campus of the Hudson Montessori School.
Activity and Movement Camps Activity & Movement Camps
Students of all ages have the opportunity to pursue their own passions and explore new ones through our many Activity and Movement Camps. We pride ourselves on the diversity of our offerings, as we have programs for a wide range of interests and age levels. Many of the Activity and Movement Camps can supplement other camp programs at HMS.
Bumblebee Soccer
Levels: 3 - 5 years old Dates: June 11, 18, 25 (Mondays) July 9, 16, 23, 30 (Mondays) Time: 9:30 - 10:00am Cost: $100 Min. 6, Max. 15 This Stretch-n-Grow Soccer Program is designed to give children their first soccer experience. BumbleBee Soccer is designed as a fun way for children to be introduced to the basic ball skills involved in the game. It is not pure soccer instruction skills and drills but provides a combination of Stretch-n-Grow fitness. Children will play a variety of movement and skill games, work on eye-foot coordination and balance and learn soccer fundamentals such as dribbling, passing, and trapping. In addition, the concepts of teamwork and cooperation will be introduced in a noncompetitive environment. This camp will be led by Tom Duff of Stretch-n-Grow. Come ready for fun!
HMS Summer Golf Clinic, in partnership with the Ben Curtis Golf Academy
Levels: 5 years or older Dates: June 6, 13, 20 (Wednesdays) July 11, 18, 25 (Wednesdays) August 1, 8, 15 (Wednesdays) No class on 6/27 & 7/4 Time: 9:00 - 10:15am Cost: $200 Min. 6, Max. 10 Golf is a fun game that can be played throughout your life. To help you learn the key fundamentals of the game, U.S Kids has developed an instruction program that takes these key fundamentals and makes it easy to understand and fun to play. The program is led by Jeff Camp Jr., a PGA Professional at the Country Club of Hudson. Each week, your child will be put through a three station wheel working on various skills and games to help them progress in golf. It is a fun and highly interactive environment, with practice games and challenges to test their abilities. HMS Summer Clinic includes: nine-75 minute classes, Ben Curtis Academy hat, Ben Curtis autographed photo, practice challenges, prizes, and a potential visit from Ben Curtis, the 2003 British Open Champion. Students will meet at HMS and then walk over as a group (supervised by a HMS staff member) to the golf course at the Country Club of Hudson, located next door to HMS. Youth clubs are available for use.
Find New Ways to Move this Summer! Summersaults & Beyond Gymnastics Camp Levels: See Below for Age Groupings Dates: June 7, 14, 21, 28 (Thursdays) July 5, 12, 19, 26 (Thursdays) August 2, 9, 16 (Thursdays) 11:00 - 11:45am (Ages 3-6 Years Old) Cost: $175 Min. 3, Max. 10
Summersaults Gymnastics Camp is a great introduction to gymnastics for children 3-6 years of age to learn gymnastics at their own pace. Children will learn beginner gymnastics skills on the floor, bar, beam, vault, and trampoline. Our exciting weekly themes are designed to meet each child’s individual physical, social, and academic needs, all while having fun and burning off some energy. There will be an informal showcase on the last day of camp (Thursday, August 16) that will give the children the opportunity to show off some of the skills that they have learned throughout the summer. The camp is led by lead instructor and owner of Learning Ladder Gymnastics and part-time PE teacher at HMS Ms. Jen. Come leap and learn with us this summer!
Activity and Movement Camps
Jump Start Sports’ Ultimate Warrior Camp Levels: Kindergarten - 5th Grade (Fall 2018) Dates: August 6 - 10 Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm Cost: $200 (Full Day) Min. 10, Max. 30
Join us at the Ultimate Warrior Camp for fitness, fun and “Survivor” type team challenges! Ageappropriate and safe activities are specifically designed to challenge, inspire, and excite. Games and tasks this week include obstacle courses, relays, tug-ofwar, and many other fun activities designed to teach cooperation and teamwork while also developing self-esteem. Bring lunch, snack, and water bottle.
HMS Ballet Camps
Levels: 4 - 8 Years Old Time: 12:30 - 2:30pm Cost: $175 Min. 5, Max. 15
Rock n’ Roll Party Dance Camp Session 1: June 4 - 8
Grab your guitar and microphone and get ready to dance like a junior rock star. We’ll rock it out to some golden oldies as well as some new tunes.
Musical Monsters Dance Camp Session 2: June 11 - 15
Your cute little monster will have a great time dancing away to the monster mash, the Martian hop, and other great monster hits. ---
Further Information
Our dance camps offer kids a fun opportunity to explore the magic of dance! Each class will learn a themed dance and make fun props that they get to keep to help bring the fantasy to life. On the last day, students perform their dance for parents during the last 15 minutes of the class. Camp requirements: Shorts and t-shirts are fine. If you have leotards and tights, that is great. Jazz or ballet shoes would be preferable but socks are fine.
Additional Summer Information Registration
Registration is on a first-come and first-served basis. Early registration is encouraged. All programs are subject to a minimum enrollment. In the event that a class is full or cancelled, parents will be notified as soon as possible. Printable registration forms, medical release forms, and waivers are available on our website. Hard copies can be picked up and returned at our main office. Registration and payment is also available online 24/7 at HudsonMontessori.org/Summer.
Arrival & Dismissal
All campers should use the southwest entrance of HMS to check-in with campus staff daily. Signs will be posted to help direct campers to their destination. At dismissal, each camper should be picked up by a parent or adult listed as approved for pick-up. If a counselor is not familiar with the person picking up the camper, they may be asked to provide a photo ID before the child is released.
Deposit & Refund Policy
A deposit of 50% of total camp fees is due at time of registration. You will be invoiced for the remaining balance. Final payment is due by June 1. A refund must be requested prior to May 15. There is a $30 non-refundable processing fee for each cancellation. If HMS cancels a camp, a full refund will be given. No refunds are given for a child who arrives late, leaves early, or comes to a part of a session.
Lunch and Snack Time
All-day campers are to bring a healthy and nutritious lunch, beverage, and a snack. Unless otherise noted in a camp’s description, lunch is not provided by the Hudson Montessori School. If a camper’s programming extends beyond 11:30am, please plan to bring a packed lunch.
Shuttle Transportation Now Available! Transportation
New this year, we will offer a camp transportation shuttle from four locations in the Greater Hudson Area. We hope this transportation will allow families to pickup and drop-off their child(ren) in a more convenient manner.
Locations for Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Shuttle Information
Levels: 3 Years Old and Above HMS will provide the appropiate carseat for your child(ren)’s needs. Cost: $100 per week for each child; also includes free before-care and after-care for the week of shuttling, a value worth $80 per week.
Dates Available: All weeks where camp is offered. Minimum number of campers needed for van to run. If HMS cancels a shuttle for the week, a full refund will be given. Pick-Up Time Kent - 8:00am Stow - 8:15am Solon - 8:00am Twinsburg - 8:20am
Stow-Monroe Falls Public Library
Kent Free Library
3512 Darrow Rd Stow, OH 44224
312 W Main St Kent, OH 44240
Twinsburg Public Library
Solon Branch of Cuyahoga Co. Library
10050 Ravena Road Twinsburg, OH 44087 Maps courtesy of Google Maps
34125 Portz Pwky Solon, OH 44139
Drop-Off Time Stow - 5:00pm Kent - 5:15pm Twinsburg - 5:00pm Solon - 5:20pm
**Times are subject to change depending upon passenger count and location**
Format: A HMS employee, who is trained to drive a school van via Ohio Department of Education guidelines, will be there to help assist your child into the carseat. Van will need to leave promptly in order to keep the schedule.
Welcome to Hudson Montessori School
Thinking critically, globally and making connections across disciplines. Persisting through problem solving. Learning to work in teams as well as independently. Hudson Montessori School believes in these skills. In fact, they have been our foundation since a group of parents established our school in 1962. As a Montessori school, we approach education in a way that’s distinctly different—one developed by pioneering Italian educator Maria Montessori over 120 years ago.
Hudson Montessori School students stand out in how they learn to explore, think, persist, and connect. In our close-knit community, students from ages 18 months through 14 years-old are deeply-known. They learn at their own pace, using individualized lesson plans. Challenged to achieve their personal best, students leave well prepared for fruitful lives, meaningful careers and responsible global citizenship. And, they love coming to school!
Are you considering your child’s first school? Or, has the light in your elementary-aged child’s eyes gone out when they go to school in the morning? Please call me at 330-342-7236 or email me at mvirgil@hudsonmontessori.org. I would welcome the opportunity to show you our school.
Best Wishes in the Summer Ahead, Matt Virgil, Head of School
Register and Pay Online Today at HudsonMontessori.org/Summer
7545 Darrow Road
Hudson, Ohio 44236
Your Summer Begins Here on June 4 HudsonMontessori.org/Summer camp@hudsonmontessori.org 330.650.0424