Parent Testimonials “Terrific program at a fair price. The staff was helpful, professional and friendly.” - Seventh Grade Parent “I thought your programs were just as fun and far more educational than other programs.” - First Grade Parent “This camp was very well organized and my kids learned so much. This is their favorite summer camp.” - First and Third Grade Parent “My daughter told me, ‘I enjoyed the class and would do it again next year!’ On the second day of class, she informed me that the class, Essay Writing for Middle Schoolers, was too short. This was a good sign, as it proved to me that she was interested in the subject matter and wanted to learn more. We will definitely enroll again for summer 2016. Thank you for allowing non-MFS students to enroll in your summer programs.” - Fifth Grade Parent “I was very happy with the quick response time to any questions or concerns we had with the program! It was the only camp our son really enjoyed this summer.” - First Grade Parent “I really enjoyed the daily summary e-mails from the teachers to ask questions and discuss the daily activities with my children. I really enjoyed that (MFS Kindergarten Teacher) Mrs. Barber invited the parents in to see the culmination of the week’s learnings in the Passport Around the World camp.” - PreK and Third Grade Parent “The MFS staff was very responsive to my questions I had e-mailed prior to us registering for the Academic Transition classes.” - Fifth Grade Parent
Moorestown Friends School offers a variety of summer learning opportunities for students in prekindergarten through high school. MFS Summer Scholars have the opportunity to further personal interests by participating in courses related to technology-infused academics in science, mathematics, arts, sports, and more! There are three divisions of Summer Scholars: Mini Scholars, Junior Scholars, and Senior Scholars. Academic Transitions students enroll in courses to help refresh study skills in a relaxed yet focused environment, before the school year begins. Academically motivated MFS Upper School students have the opportunity to accelerate in science in intensive Courses for Credit. Register for these MFS Summer Programs today at summer.mfriends.org.
Mini Scholars Ages: Four and five-year-olds (must be four by September 30, 2016) Dates: Weeks of July 11, July 18, July 25, and August 1 Young children are wired to explore and to learn through play and motion. Join us this summer for a unique responsive classroom experience of learning, interacting with others, cooperating, communicating, and having fun while growing in resilience and resourcefulness. Mini Scholars benefit from a 6:1 Student/Teacher ratio, and all classes include Center Exploration, One-on-One and Small Group Teacher Activity Time, Hands-on Investigations, Playground Time and Water Play, Book Exploration and Read Alouds, and Pizza and Popsicles for Lunch on Fridays. *See page 4 for more information.
Junior Scholars Ages: Students Entering Grades 1-6 Dates: Weeks of July 11, July 18, July 25, August 1, and August 8 Junior Scholars experience the best of both learning and summer fun. Mornings are spent collaborating with peers and master teachers on hands-on, student-centered projects. Afternoons are all about choice and activities. Full-Day Junior Scholars have time for lunch (free pizza and popsicles on Fridays!), and then choose from a variety of creative afternoon options or return to their respective classes for more teacher-directed learning excitement. Half-Day Junior Scholars enjoy their morning course and end their day at noon. *See pages 5 and 6 for more information.
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Senior Scholars Ages: Students Entering Grades 7-10 Dates: Weeks of July 18, July 25, and August 1 Senior Scholars choose one area of study and engage in a fun, creative, and academically rich program. They learn through hands-on activities and projects supported by superior technological resources and instruction. Senior Scholars enjoy full day classes, with time for a lunch break and recreation activities. *See page 7 for more information.
Academic Transitions Ages: Students Entering Grades 5+ Dates: Weeks of August 15 and August 22 (Monday through Thursday) Help your child prevent summer learning loss. Students in Academic Transitions courses refresh and review necessary skills to pave the way for a smooth transition to the new school year. Enrollment is limited. *See page 8 for more information.
Courses for Credit Ages: Moorestown Friends School Students Entering Grades 10-12 Dates: June 20-August 5, with a study break from July 4-11 Courses for Credit are currently limited to Moorestown Friends School students. Courses are rigorous and provide thorough coverage of a topic, equivalent to a fullyear course. Students will have nightly homework and their learning will be assessed with quizzes, tests, laboratory/computer studies, and a final examination. Taking the course generates a grade that is added to the student’s transcript and counts towards the graduation requirement. *See page 9 for more information.
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Exceptional Teachers and Outstanding Facilities Summer Programs Master Teachers are MFS faculty and department heads with multiple years of teaching experience. They hold undergraduate and advanced degrees from major American colleges and universities. Summer Programs are held on the school’s beautiful 48-acre campus. Students enjoy the use of many of the school’s air-conditioned facilities, including: • Hartman Hall, a newly renovated classroom building that opened in 2012 • Innovation Lab, supplied with 3D printer, robotics materials, electronic equipment, woodworking supplies, and tools that scholars need to bring their ideas to life • Greenleaf Mansion, home to the Art Studio and Action Room • Field House Gym, home to MFS varsity athletics during the school year • Computer, Music, Technology, and Science Laboratories • The White Building and Playground, home to Beginnings at MFS: The Moorestown Friends School Early Childhood Program • Woods and Wetland Areas
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Mini Scholars Cost: Full-Day, 8:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m., $360 per week Half-Day, 8:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m., $285 per week Extended Day available from 3:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m., $7 for 1-hour voucher SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE 8:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m. 11:45 a.m. 12-12:30 p.m. 12:30-3 p.m.
Mini Scholars Course Dismissal for Half-Day Mini Scholars (no lunch) Lunch Water Play and Playground Activities
COURSE OFFERINGS Mini Scholars choose one course per week. For detailed class descriptions, visit summer.mfriends.org. July 11-15 • Passport Around the World: International Cooking and Dance • Science, Robotics, and Engineering • Storytelling and Music
July 25-29 • Passport Around the World: International Cooking and Dance • Science, Robotics, and Engineering
July 18-22 • Passport Around the World: International Cooking and Dance • Science, Robotics, and Engineering • Storytelling and Music
August 1-5 • Art and Archaeology • Passport Around the World: International Cooking and Dance
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Junior Scholars Junior Scholars enroll in either the Grades 1-3 program or the Grades 4-6 program. They will elect to participate in a Full-Day Course or choose a Half-Day morning course and afternoon activities. Cost:
Full-Day, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Full-Day Course, $500 per week Full-Day, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Half-Day Course & Afternoon Activities, $500 per week 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Half-Day Course, $285 per week Extended Day, 7:45 a.m.-8:55 a.m. and 3:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m., $7 for 1-hour voucher SAMPLE FULL-DAY COURSE DAILY SCHEDULE 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 12-12:30 p.m. 12:30-1:30 p.m. 1:30-3 p.m.
Junior Scholars Full-Day Course Lunch Swimming Return to Junior Scholars Full-Day Course
SAMPLE HALF-DAY COURSE DAILY SCHEDULE 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Junior Scholars Course 12 p.m. Dismissal for Half-Day Junior Scholars (no lunch) 12-12:30 p.m. Lunch 12:30-3 p.m. Swimming, Action Room, Art Studio, Games, Outdoor Sports (Grades 1-3), or STEM Sports/Innovation Lab (Grades 4-6) (Choose afternoon activity during registration) For more information about the afternoon activity options, please visit our website summer.mfriends.org. 5
Junior Scholars Junior Scholars choose one course per week. If Junior Scholars enroll in a Half-Day course, they must also select daily afternoon activities during registration. Full-Day courses for Junior Scholars in Grades 4-6 are marked with an asterisk. For detailed class descriptions, visit summer.mfriends.org. COURSE OFFERINGS FOR GRADES 1-3 July 11-15 • A Bug’s Life • Cookienomics • Minecraft I - Virtual Architecture
August 1-5 • Got Sports? • Lego Design Build II - WeDo Robotics • Volcano Blast!
July 18-22 • Hamster Haven • Kitchen Chemistry • Minecraft II - Virtual Engineering
August 8-12 • Amusement Park Physics • Dollars and Sense • Pets and Vets
July 25-29 • Lego Design Build I - WeDo Robotics • Guinea Pig Palooza • Photography Fun COURSE OFFERINGS FOR GRADES 4-6 July 11-15 • Graphic Artistry • Lego Design Build III - Robotics* • Minecraft III - Virtual Architecture
August 1-5 • Filmmaking* • Glow Clothes! • Lego Design Build IV - Robotics*
July 18-22 • Clubhouse Architecture I • Minecraft IV - Virtual Engineering • Read All About It!*
August 8-12 • Animation • Ice Cream Capital! • Sports Science
July 25-29 • Animal Innovations • Clubhouse Architecture II • Musical Theatre*
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Senior Scholars Cost: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $500 per week Extended Day available from 7:45 a.m.-8:55 a.m. and 3:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m., $7 for 1-hour voucher SAMPLE DAILY SCHEDULE 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 12-1 p.m. 1-3 p.m.
Senior Scholars Course Lunch & Recreation Return to Senior Scholars Course
COURSE OFFERINGS For detailed class descriptions, visit summer.mfriends.org. July 18-22 • Engineering, Robotics, and Computer Applications • Mock Trial July 25-29 • Jewelry and Wearable Art • Model UN • Virtual Rocket Engineering: Kerbal Space Program August 1-5 • Engineering, Robotics, and Computer Applications • Jewelry and Wearable Art
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Academic Transitions Cost: $180 per course COURSE OFFERINGS Students may enroll in as many as three Academic Transitions courses per week. For detailed class descriptions, visit summer.mfriends.org. August 15-18 • Essay Writing – Grades 5 and 6 • Study Skills, Level 2 – Grades 6, 7, and 8 • Academic Writing – Grades 6, 7, and 8 • Study Skills, Level 1 – Grades 5 and 6 • Algebra 1 Prep – students entering Algebra 1 • Study Skills for High School – Grades 9 and 10
8:45–10:15 a.m. 8:45 a.m.–10:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. 1–2:30 p.m. 1–2:30 p.m.
August 22-25 • Academic Computer Skills – Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8 8:45 a.m.–10:15 a.m. • Pre-Algebra Drills and Problem Solving Skills – Grade 5 8:45–10:15 a.m. • Academic Computer Skills – Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. • Pre-Algebra Review – Grades 6, 7, and 8 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. • Algebra 1 Review – students entering Algebra 2 1–2:30 p.m.
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Courses for Credit - for MFS students only Cost: 12 p.m.-3:30 p.m., $1,650 + $200 laboratory fee COURSE OFFERINGS Courses for Credit are currently limited to Moorestown Friends School students. Class size caps at 16. For detailed class descriptions, visit summer.mfriends.org. June 20-August 5 (with a study break from July 4-11) • Chemistry I • Chemistry I Honors
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General Information Register today! Sign up online at summer.mfriends.org. There is a non-refundable deposit of $150 per week enrolled. Is my family eligible for discounted rates? We welcome families to join our programs. Families that enroll for multiple programs are eligible for a discount as follows: • 5% for families whose course registration totals $1000-$1500 • 7% for families whose course registration totals $1501-$2200 • 10% for families whose course registration totals $2200+ Is there an extended day program for my child? Our Extended Day program is available in the morning from 7:45 a.m.-8:55 a.m. (Junior and Senior Scholars only) and in the afternoon from 3:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m. (all Summer Scholars). Extended Day takes place in the Action Room, where scholars can engage in individual or collaborative projects of their choice. The charge is $7 per hour. You may sign up for Extended Day at registration. When is drop-off and pick-up for my child? Drop-off for Mini Scholars is at 8:30 a.m. and drop-off for Junior and Senior Scholars is at 8:45 a.m. Your child will be met by a staff member at the designated drop-off location. Pick-up for Half-Day Mini Scholars is at 11:45 a.m. and at 2:45 p.m. for Full-Day Mini Scholars. Pick-up for Half-Day Junior Scholars is at 12 p.m. Pick-up for Full-Day Junior and Senior Scholars is at 3 p.m. How will I be able to communicate with my child’s teachers? Parents may contact Director Angela Wertner at any time. Email addresses will be provided in the event that you need to contact a teacher. Each week, your family will receive a letter documenting the week’s classroom activities, and you will have access to photos on our SmugMug site as well as some updates on the Moorestown Friends School Facebook page. On occasion, parents may be invited into the classroom for special events. What about lunch and snacks? Full-Day Mini, Junior, and Senior Scholars enjoy free pizza and popsicles on Fridays. From Monday through Thursday, students enjoy lunches and drinks brought from home. Snacks are provided by Summer Programs. What should my Scholar bring to camp? Mini and Junior Scholars should bring a backpack, a bathing suit, waterproof shoes, a towel, snacks, and a bag lunch. Additional items may be requested by the teacher. 10
General Information How does the swimming program work? Mini Scholars enjoy playing in wading pools and sprinklers. Full-Day Junior Scholars may select swimming and water play as their afternoon activity. The Full-Day Junior Scholars will be organized in separate sections designated for swimmers and nonswimmers. Interns join them in the water, and a supervisor and lifeguards will be on duty to ensure a safe and fun experience for everyone. What health services are available for my child? The Director, the Health Director, and several Summer Programs faculty members are trained in first aid and emergency care. However, no staff member is licensed to administer medication with the exception of emergency rescue inhalers and Epinephrine auto-injectors. Parents must address medication needs before dropping off their child. Do Senior Scholars participate in recreational activities? Senior Scholars have a range of options to choose from outside the classroom. They are assigned a special area in the air-conditioned Greenleaf Mansion with comfortable sofas, snacks, foosball tables, and board games suitable for teenagers. Senior Scholars also have access to the Innovation Lab.
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Weeks
Mini Scholars
Junior Scholars Grades 1-3olars
Junior Scholars Grades 4-6niorades
July 11-15
• Passport Around the World • Science, Robotics, and Engineering • Storytelling and Music
• A Bug’s Life • Cookienomics • Minecraft I
• Graphic Artistry • LEGO Design Build III* • Minecraft III
July 18-22
• Passport Around the World • Science, Robotics, and Engineering • Storytelling and Music
• Hamster Haven • Kitchen Chemistry • Minecraft II
• Clubhouse Architecture I • Minecraft IV • Read All About It!*
July 25-29
• Passport Around the World • Science, Robotics, and Engineering
• LEGO Design Build I • Guinea Pig Palooza • Photography Fun
• Animal Innovations • Clubhouse Architecture II • Musical Theatre*
Aug. 1-5
• Art and Archaeology • Passport Around the World
• Got Sports? • LEGO Design Build II • Volcano Blast!
• Filmmaking* • Glow Clothes! • Lego Design Build IV*
Aug. 8-12
• Amusement Park Physics • Animation • Dollars and Sense • Ice Cream Capital! • Pets and Vets • Sports Science
Aug. 15-18
Aug. 22-25
*Full-Day courses for Junior Scholars in Grades 4-6 are marked with an asterisk. For detailed class descriptions, visit summer.mfriends.org.
2016 Course Calendar Senior Scholars Senior Scholars
Academic Transitions Academic Transitions
• Engineering, Robotics, and Computer Applications • Mock Trial
• Jewelry and Wearable Art • Model UN • Virtual Rocket Engineering • Engineering, Robotics, and Computer Applications • Jewelry and Wearable Art
• Academic Writing - Grades 6, 7, and 8 • Algebra I Prep - students entering Algebra I • Essay Writing - Grades 5 and 6 • Study Skills, Level 1 - Grades 5 and 6 • Study Skills, Level 2 - Grades 6, 7, and 8 • Study Skills for High School - Grades 9 and 10 • Academic Computer Skills - Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8 • Algebra I Review - students entering Algebra II • Pre-Algebra Drills - Grade 5 • Pre-Algebra Review - Grades 6, 7, and 8
Questions? Contact Director of Summer Programs Angela Wertner MFSscholars@mfriends.org or (856) 235-2900 x325
Moorestown Friends School Summer Programs 28 E. Main Street Moorestown, NJ 08057
Register online!
summer.mfriends.org MFSscholars@mfriends.org ∙ (856) 235-2900 x325