BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY STUDENTS DONATE TEDDY BEARS FOR KIDS FACING TRAUMA

Bayview Elementary School students gave away teddy bears as a tribute to a young boy who passed away nearly two years ago after a small plane collided with the car he was in. Taylor Bishop, a four-year-old, was carrying his beloved teddy bear named Chevy at the time of the crash, which became a treasured possession for his mother, Megan Bishop. The donation took place at the end of February in a touching tribute to the lost boy.

The donation of these teddy bears in honor of Taylor's memory was an idea inspired by Chevy, which Megan Bishop believes was a sign from God to carry out her son's legacy.

“I don’t even know if I will ever be able to put into words what that meant to me because I knew when I received the bear my son had passed,” commented Megan, “so just having the bear back gave me some sense of comfort because he loved him so much.”

The teddy bears will be distributed to children in need of comfort by the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, as first responders have found that they often serve as an icebreaker during critical incidents.

Sergeant Nicole Graves expressed appreciation for the donations and assured that the teddy bears would be put to good use, “When you go into a critical incident and you have a teddy bear, that’s your ice breaker,” Sgt. Nicole Graves said. “Trust me, we’re going to put these teddy bears to use.” ooking for a way to keep your child engaged and active during the summer months? Look no further than Summer Camp! With a variety of programs available, Summer Camp provides an excellent opportunity for children to socialize with peers, try new activities, and build self-confidence. And for busy parents, summer camp also offers the chance to enjoy some much-needed downtime. Our City's Summer Camp Guide is the ultimate resource for finding the perfect camp for your child. With a wide range of options and expert recommendations, you can trust that your child will have a blast and make lasting memories.

AIM High (Achieve in Medicine)

www.osteopathic.nova.edu/community/ aim-high/

954-262-1143

AIM-High is an intensive medical school immersion experience for high school students (rising sophomoresseniors) who want to actively explore a career in medicine, or any health care profession. Enjoy action-packed weeks, interact with faculty, practice clinical skills and hear from current students and residents to get a real-life jump on your future journey.

Amadeus Music & Arts Academy

www.AmadeusAcademyUSA.com

786-210-1928

At Amadeus Music & Arts Academy’s summer camp, children will experience music through songs, chants, clapping games, rhythm and movement activities, dance, and instrument exploration, as well as children’s literature and art projects. There are week-long classes for children ages two through eight. Classes are taught in English and Spanish.

LAmerican Tigers Martial Arts

www.AmericanTigersMartialArts.com

954-529-8619

Give your children a balanced, yet fun summer break. American Tigers Martial Arts’ summer camp focuses on athletics and academics. Tutors will help children improve reading and math skills. Certified instructors will teach anti-bullying and self-defense education, with an emphasis on Taekwondo martial arts training. Camp activities also include tie-dying camp t-shirts, games, music appreciation and lots of fun.

American TKA

www.AmericanTKA.com

954-472-2554

Children can build their minds and bodies at American TKA Martial Arts and Fitness Camp. The brand new 10,000 square foot facility features an obstacle course, fitness center, and 8,000 square feet of mat space offering plenty of room to practice martial arts and meditation. Other camp activities include exercise boot camp, arts and crafts, and fun-filled field trips.

Archbishop McCarthy Summer Institute

www.mccarthyhigh.org

954-434-8820

The summer programs at Archbishop McCarthy High School are almost limitless. The school offers a multitude of sports camps for kids of all ages, plus a drama camp, robotics program and their innovative iPad Camp. Sports offered include baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball and wrestling. Camper ages vary, but all sports camps are led by the high school coaching staff.

Bar-B-Ranch

www.Bar-B-Ranch.com

954-424-1060

At Bar-B-Ranch kids ages 7-15 can learn to ride and care for horses. They have programs for all skill levels. Every aspect of horsemanship is included in the program. Summer Camps and year-round programs are available. Giddy-up and head on over to the ranch where memories are made.

Bright and Smart Camp

www.brightandsmart.com

954-816-3346

The goal of Bright and Smart is to teach kids basic Engineering and Computer Programming Skills, and facilitate the development of 21st Century Learning Skills, such as; Information & Media Literacy, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, and Interpersonal & Collaborative Skills. Their camp is an immersive experience in technology, code writing and robotics.

Bill Clark Tennis Academy

www.BillClarkTennis.com

954-275-9991

Are your kids nuts about tennis? There is no better place to become masters of the game than the Bill Clark Tennis Academy. Tennis training includes drills, point play and match-specific situations that focus on the development of competitive strategy and mental toughness. Fitness training is included in the on-court drills. Each player’s speed, agility, balance, and quickness will be improved through the use of tennis-specific footwork drills and plyometrics.

Broward Center for the Performing Arts

www.BrowardCenter.org

954-462-0222

Discover the star within! Don’t miss the fun when the curtain rises for a summer filled with the excitement and magic of live musical theater. The camp offers students the chance to study singing, dancing and acting while rehearsing for a theatrical production will culminate in a final performance on stage at the Broward Center. Students will also enjoy theater games, arts & crafts.

Camp Cardinal

www.CampCardinal.com

954-381-2335

Camp Cardinal allows your child to explore the world around them.

Each session has a theme, with activities centered around that theme. Your campers will enjoy swimming, canoeing, science, arts & crafts, sports, fishing, movies, talent shows, and theater every session. There are different activities rotating on various days during each week.

Camp Explorer

www.CreativeChildLearningCenter.com

954-389-8245

Summer is the time for children to explore new activities and interests. At Camp Explorer, campers in kindergarten through fifth grade take daily field trips to local attractions, enjoy a fun sports week, and engage in cooking, art and science projects. Weekly themes include topics such as It’s a Small World, Space Explorers, and Animal Kingdom. Campers also take part in STEM themes such as Biorobotics, Engineering a Metropolis, and Coding and Gaming.

Camp Live Oak www.CampLiveOakFl.com

954-563-4880

Camp Live Oak is the only American Camp Association (ACA) accredited camp in Broward County. The Environmental Day Camp, held at Birch State Park, offers various water sports such as swimming, paddle boarding, canoeing and kayaking, as well as fishing, arts and crafts, and more, while the Marine Science Day Camp, held at Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, focuses on conservation, including an in-depth sea turtle curriculum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Camp Sinai www.SinaiHollywood.com

954-987-0026

Camp Sinai offers your child a summer full of great experiences –friendly trained counselors, excellent facilities, and activities galore. On our spacious campus centrally located on 46th Avenue between Sheridan Street and Hollywood Boulevard, campers enjoy our large classrooms fully equipped with hands-on activities, and a state-of-the-art playground. Swimming is supervised by a trained lifeguard/water safety instructor.

Camp Woodland

www.CampWoodlandFL.com

954-921-1497

Camp Woodland offers “all the fun in one place!” The classic camp offers all the activities that make camp great, included Field Trips, Special Events, Color War, Overnight Trips, Sports, Arts and Crafts and so much more. Located at CB Smith Park in Pembroke Pines the camp has been welcoming kids in grades K-11 for years.

Curious Creators

Summer Camp

www.ArtAndCulturalCenter.org

954-921-3274

The Young Actors & Young Artists Summer Arts Camp is where campers are immersed in art activities, drama games, gardening, open outdoor exploration, and large-scale mural creation! This interactive and engaging camp allows campers to move from activity to activity throughout the day, following their interests and experimenting and investigating new artistic adventures while forming friendships and a lasting relationship with the arts.

German Summer Camp

www.GermanSchoolFl.com

954-288-7599

The German-American School offers a full immersion German and English language summer camp for children ages one to nine. Children will experience the languages and cultures in a peaceful, quiet and fun environment. The camp curriculum offers projects with hands-on activities as well as group interaction during circle, music, art, and story time, in addition to puppet shows and outdoor activities.

Florida Children’s Theatre

www.FLCT.org

954-763-6882

Florida Children’s Theatre serves as an educational center for theatre arts serving children and families across South Florida. The oldest documented children’s theatre in the state of Florida, FLCT was founded in 1952 by two mothers in a garage. The theatre quickly grew to be the first children’s theatre organization to perform at Parker Playhouse, the Broward County Main Library Theatre, and Dillard Center for the Arts. Each summer, FLCT hosts a vibrant summer camp for children interested in theatre at the Fine Arts Theatre at Broward College Central Campus in Davie. The summer camp is open to children in grades 2-10 and will feature productions of Shrek The Musical Jr., and The Little Mermaid Jr.

Gymboree Play & Music

www.GymboreeClasses.com

954-900-2799

For more than 40 years, Gymboree Play & Music has been the expert in early childhood development. It embraces a whole child learning approach to support social, physical and intellectual development providing children with the earliest start for the brightest future. Its programs include gym time, music, art and fun learning experiences.

Inside Out Theatre

www.InsideOutTheatre.org

954-385-3060

Inside Out Theatre’s unique summer program offers students training in a variety of theatre arts, with classes taught by professional artists. Students will learn acting, voice, dance, mime, physical comedy, Shakespeare, stage combat, stage make-up, audition techniques, commercial and film acting, improvisation and more. The Junior Summer Intensive will present Disney’s The Jungle Book Kids, while the Advanced Summer Intensive will perform Disney’s Beauty and the

Beast. Summer Conservatory students will have the opportunity to perform the pop opera Bare.

Museum of Discovery & Science

www.MODS.org

954-713-0930

Give your child a S.A.F.E. (Science. Affordable. Fun. Educational) and unforgettable STEM experience at Camp Discovery’s multi-day camp program for children ages 6 through 12 (entering grades 1–6). MODS provides campers with interactive exploration and immersive learning opportunities. . . . . . . .

School of Rock

www.SchoolofRock.com

954-252-7625

Every kid dreams of starring on The Voice or American Idol at on time or another. School of Rock teaches kids how to play music in the most fun way possible: by performing. They are offering online and in-person programs this summer on virtually every instrument your child might be interested in. Check out the “ultimate music school” today.