Sun Prairie Area School District Summer School Course Guide 2021 4K – Grade 5
WELCOME We are inviting all students in grades 4K / Incoming Kindergarten through grade 5 to participate in Summer School. Students will be engaged in programs and activities that extend and enrich existing curriculum. Summer School continues the strong educational programs from the regular school year. Summer School continues the strong educational programs from the regular school year.
Summer School District Team Contacts The following individuals work throughout the year to provide students with positive experiences in Summer School: Kristy Thao – Coordinator of Elementary Programs 608.834.6566 kythao@sunprairieschools.org
Summer School 2021 Locations
Jo Guyette – Coordinator of Middle School and Upper Middle School Programs 608.834.6579 jmguyet@sunprairieschools.org
Brittany Browning – Coordinator of High School and Prairie Phoenix Academy Programs 608.834.6507 bdbrown@sunprairieschools.org
Rita Bogosh – Support for all levels 608.834.6536 rebogos@sunprairieschools.org
Shelley Weiss – Director of Summer School Programs 608.834.6536 sjweiss@sunprairieschools.org
Creekside (Creekside students) Eastside (Eastside & Northside students) Horizon (Horizon students) Meadow View (Meadow View & Royal Oaks students) Token Springs (Token Springs & CH Bird students) Westside (Westside students) Grades 6 through 8th at the High School
Session Dates & Times: June 21 – July 22, 2021 No School July 5, 2021 Classes are held Monday through Thursday
Elementary Class Periods: The team is located at the Sun Prairie Area School District Support Center, 501 South Bird Street, Sun Prairie, WI. Please feel free to contact the team with questions and suggestions for improvement.
Breakfast will be distributed upon arrival and will be taken to the classrooms to eat. Class 1 8:10-9:30 a.m. Class 2 9:40-11:00 a.m. Lunch 11:00-11:35 a.m. Class 3 11:35 a.m.-12:55 p.m. Dismissal 12:55 p.m.
Website The Sun Prairie Area School District Summer School website includes a variety of resources. We encourage families to visit: https://www.sunprairieschools.org/academics/summerschool
You will also find step by step instructions on how to register through Infinite Campus.
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GENERAL INFORMATION Students Who May Participate All students who reside in the Sun Prairie Area School district or are currently open enrolled in the district’s PreK-5 programs are eligible to participate in this year’s Summer School Program. All review courses are offered for free to our students. Some enrichment courses have a fee for consumable materials (i.e., items students make and bring home). Non-resident families may enroll their children on a tuition basis. For non-resident fee information, please review the information on the Summer School website.
Fees and Refunds If your child is unable to attend Summer School after you have enrolled and paid a fee, you may have that amount applied to your child’s lunch account for the upcoming school year or have it refunded to you. Requests for fee refunds must be made before the Summer School session begins, unless there are extenuating circumstances. Please contact Jo Guyette at 608.834.6579 or jmguyet@sunprairieschools.org with questions about refunds.
Nursing Services The Sun Prairie Area School District will have health care assistants, under the supervision of the District Nurse, Debbie Brown, on staff at all elementary schools. More information will be available to those who register for Summer School and are in need of ongoing nursing services. Please contact the District Nurse, Debbie Brown at 608.834.6583 or dlbrown@sunprairieschools.org if you have questions during Summer School.
Nutrition Services Breakfast and/or Lunch More detailed information will be provided prior to the start of Summer School. School Nutrition staff will be serving breakfast and lunch at all school levels. Menus will be available on the School Nutrition & Wellness webpage. If your child is currently eligible for free/reduced status, that status will continue throughout Summer School. If you are new to the District, applications for free/reduced meals are at: https://www.sunprairieschools.org/departm ents/school-nutrition-wellness
Balances & Transactions
Your child’s food service account is located on the FOOD SERVICE tab in Infinite Campus. From this tab you may view balances and see the transactions for each student.
Payments
To make a payment into your child’s account, click on the payments tab. Parents/guardians may set up recurring payments or simply make a one-time payment.
Parents/guardians may send in cash or check payments. A reminder call will be made if your child’s balance falls below $9.00. If you have any questions about Summer School meals, please contact Julie Wetmore at 608.834.6544 or jrwetmo1@sunprairieschools.org
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Transportation Services District transportation will be available, but we respect and support the decision by parents/guardians to transport their children. We encourage families to consider transporting their child(ren) to/from school to free up space on buses. We will do our best to provide as much physical distancing as possible. There will be a limited number of buses and drivers, therefore physical distancing on buses or at bus stops cannot be guaranteed. There will be a question on the Summer School registration for parents/guardians to register for district provided transportation if they qualify.
Safety Creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment is our first and most important job here in the Sun Prairie Area School District. Fire and severe weather drills are conducted at the Summer School sites in June and July. The visitor management procedures are in place throughout Summer School. Parents/guardians and other visitors must check into the main office and provide a photo identification card that will be run through the RAPTOR visitor management system. Visitors will get a sticky badge identifying the visitor, who they are visiting, the location they are visiting, and when they will be exiting. The sticker badge must be returned to the office at the conclusion of the visit. We appreciate that all parents/guardians and other visitors meet our expectations for supporting student, staff, and visitor safety. Our youngest learners, in the Kickoff to Kindergarten (K2K) classes will have age-appropriate specialized training in bus safety, traffic safety, following instructions from a crossing guard, fire, severe weather, and active threat procedures. If students, parents/guardians, or staff become aware of any potential or real safety issue or threat, they should notify the Summer School principal or teacher immediately. If the threat is urgent, individuals should dial 911.
ONLINE SUMMER SCHOOL REGISTRATION Step by step instructions are on the website Submitting Summer School Class Requests Via the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus Parents/guardians will submit their requests for Summer School classes through Infinite Campus. All students who are enrolled in the Sun Prairie Area School District have an Infinite Campus account. Parents/guardians have a parent portal associated with their student’s Infinite Campus account. If you have any issues with your parent portal, please contact Caprise Waak at 608.834.6571 or crwaak@sunprairieschools.org You will need to create an Infinite Campus account if: You have not enrolled your child in the Sun Prairie Area School District Your child is joining us from a parochial, private, or homeschool site Your child is an incoming Kindergarten student who did not attend Pre-K through the Sun Prairie Area School District Parents/guardian who has not established their child’s Infinite Campus account and do not have a parent portal, should complete the online request for enrollment, at https://www.sunprairieschools.org/district/en rolling-students. If you have any questions, contact Caprise Waak at 608.834.6571 or crwaak@sunprairieschools.org
Please go to our webpage for directions on requesting summer school courses: https://www.sunprairieschools.org/academic s/summer-school
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ELEMENTARY SUMMER SCHOOL (GRADES 4K-5) Kickoff to Kindergarten (K2K)
Math and Reading Classes
Students will learn Kindergarten routines and expectations while developing social and academic skills. Students will build community through exploration, problem solving, and collaborative engagement. Activities include: group time, calendar, literature, numbers, as well as a variety of fun, supportive activities. K2K students will participate in social learning activities, games, songs, art, and movement. Students will also learn bus and safety procedures that are used in the Sun Prairie Area School District. The goal of the class is for all students who participate to be better prepared to learn and have fun starting on the first day of Kindergarten. The District Nutrition program will offer breakfast when students arrive in the morning and lunch midday for a cost to all students (who do not qualify for free or reduced meal prices).
Every student will be placed in a math and reading class to help build their skills and prepare them for the fall semester. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their current skills and learn new knowledge and skills in reading and math.
SS00K2K Course fee: ..................................... $20
Parents/guardians should select the class number based on their child’s CURRENT grade in school during the 2020-2021 school year.
Participation in Summer School supports success for student and parents. COURSES: Kindergarten 1st-Grade 2nd-Grade 3rd-Grade 4th-Grade 5th-Grade Course fee: ……………………..……………. None
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ENRICHMENT CLASSES K-2 Reading & Literacy
K-2 World Culture
Rise and Shine Yoga I
Spanish Fun I
Does your child want to become more flexible, improve their fitness, and train their brain? This is their chance. Students will learn poses, read stories, and write a book in this interactive class. By the time Summer School is over, they’ll be true yogis, ready to show off their skills to their family and friends.
Hola! This beginning level class is ideal for students who are ready to learn Spanish. Games, music, and drama are used to introduce numbers, greetings, foods, and more! Students will learn about Spanish speaking countries and celebrate with a fiesta in class!
SS103 Course fee: .................................................$10
SS401 Course fee: ................................................$5
K-2 Science, Math & Discovery
K-2 Arts & Exploration
Under Construction
Rainbow Looms I
This hands-on class uses a variety of materials, such as Legos, Lincoln Logs, and Marble Tracks, to create buildings. Students will create new structures and will build and paint a model to take home at the end of the session.
Students will learn to follow directions, work with patterns, and create a product. Students use fine motor skills and collaboration to develop fun and creative projects that they can take home to their families. This is a great class to build creativity and confidence.
SS302 Course fee: .................................................$10
SS516 Course fee: .............................................$10
Going on Safari Students will take “expeditions” to observe animals in interesting lands. They will read a variety of books that will take them away to far-off places by learning about animals in their natural habitat.
SS304 Course fee: .................................................$10
C is for Camping Pack your bags for the wilderness! Students will learn camp songs, make crafts, play games, and learn about challenges we face in the outdoors. They will also learn about Smokey the Bear, Woodsy the Owl, and other critters in the woods. SS305 Course fee: ..................................................$10
K-2 Fitness & Games Just Play I Just Play is an action-oriented course. Physical education teachers teach this class with a focus on wellness for the mind and the body. Just Play I teaches students the importance of being mentally, socially, and physically fit. Students will use of a variety of equipment and will work on tagging, dodging, and ball skills. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in some of their favorite activities that they experienced throughout the school year. SS835 Course fee: ...........................................None
K-2 Technology
Computer Explorers Investigate and explore different computer programs and improve technology skills. Students will explore the fun and educational websites that are used in our schools and learn how to better use them. SS900 Course fee: ................................................$5
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3-4 Reading & Literacy Oodles and Doodles Calling all doodlers! Students will draw cartoon characters and simple comic strips. They will also study comic books, comic strips, and online videos to learn a variety of drawing styles. Area cartoonists or comic book enthusiasts may visit and talk about their profession. SS207 Course fee: .................................................$10
3-4 Science & Math Board Game Strategies Does your child like to play board games? Students will learn the history of some of the most popular games in the world as well as strategies to outwit their opponent. They will also create their own board game. SS208 Course fee: ...................................................$5
The Mad Scientists Students will participate in science experiments including making “gak” trebuchets, volcanoes, fossils, and more! They will explore scientific principles behind their experiments and will receive copies of instructions so they can recreate the experiments at home. SS330 Course fee: .................................................$15
Young Engineers Students will learn geometric concepts and design. They will explore angles, physics concepts, geometric solids, and more! Students will learn leadership and teamwork skills while they build complex coasters and rides. SS230 Course fee: ..................................................$10
3-4 Arts & Exploration Rainbow Looms II This class builds on the skills students developed in Rainbow Loom I. Students will be challenged to use more complex directions and to collaborate and communicate with others to complete a task. The workshop approach helps students work together to complete a challenging task. Student-produced projects can be taken home to their families. SS517 Course fee: ..............................................$10
Recycled Art / Junk Art This is a course for students with an artistic flare and a passion for the environment! Students will use creativity to convert used materials into functional pieces of art. Students will learn ways to care for the environment, and they will plan an environmentallyfriendly project. SS533 Course fee: ...............................................$10
2-4 Fitness & Games Just Play II Just Play II is an action-oriented course. Physical education teachers lead this class with a focus on wellness for the mind and the body. Just Play II teaches students the importance of being mentally, socially, and physically fit. Students will use a variety of equipment and will work on tagging, dodging, and ball skills. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in some of their favorite activities that they experienced throughout the school year. SS836 Course fee: ............................................None
3-4 Technology Tomorrow’s Tech (TT) Students will have the opportunity to explore, use, and enjoy technology used during the school year. Students will practice effective keyboarding skills, and be introduced to new and exciting learning and gaming experiences. SS931 Course fee: ................................................$5
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GRADE 5 SUMMER SCHOOL Math and Reading Classes Every student will be placed in a math and reading class to help build their skills and prepare them for the fall semester. Students will have the opportunity to sharpen their current skills and learn new knowledge and skills in reading and math. Participation in Summer School supports success for student and parents.
Course fee: ……………………..……………. None When you register online, you will see that the course is noted as RQD or required.
ENRICHMENT CLASSES Science & Technology CSI: Sun Prairie Darin Lodgers, the beloved Green Bay Packers quarterback, has been poisoned! Students will learn how fingerprint analysis, toxicology, blood typing, DNA analysis and other lab techniques can be used to solve crimes while actually solving a mock crime! SS356 Course fee: ..............................................$10
Board Game Strategies Does your child like to play board games? Students will learn the history of some of the most popular games in the world as well as strategies to outwit their opponent. They will also create their own board game. SS208 Course fee: ................................................$5
The Mad Scientists Students will participate in science experiments including making “gak” trebuchets, volcanoes, fossils, and more! They will explore scientific principles behind their experiments and will receive copies of instructions so they can recreate the experiments at home. SS330 Course fee: ..............................................$15
Young Engineers Students will learn geometric concepts and design. They will explore angles, physics concepts, geometric solids, and more! Students will learn leadership and teamwork skills while they build complex coasters and rides. SS230 Course fee: ..............................................$10
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Art
Fitness
Drawing Exploration
Prairie Runners
Students will explore a variety of media, tools, and techniques used to create a sketchbook. Students will be involved with diverse cultures and methods of creativity while developing their own drawing projects.
This course is based on the physical and mental effects of running. Prairie Runners will focus on the health benefits of regular exercise in the form of running and team building, goal setting, and personal improvement. Students will use a growth mind-set to build on the knowledge and skills of running.
SS552 Course fee: ...........................................$10
Pinterest Crafts Students eager to use both their creative and technological interests and skills will learn how to create “themed” boards and how to transform ideas from Pinterest into real arts and crafts. Some crafting topics include Nature, Party Planning, Paper Sculpture Creations, and Sports Fan. SS551 Course fee: ............................................$15
Photo Editing Students who love to take digital photographs of themselves, their friends, and other items are going to love this class. Students will be introduced to basic functions of the camera and learn how to take and enhance photos. SS558 Course fee: ..............................................$5
Rainbow Looms
SS855 Course fee: .........................................None
Outdoor Ultimate Sports Students will be active outdoors with their friends and challenge themselves in a team-focused atmosphere. They will improve their personal fitness and teamwork skills while participating in ultimate sports! Other activities will include strength and conditioning, speed and agility drills, team building, and relay games. SS850 Course fee: .........................................None
Soccer for Everyone Students will learn the basics and improve on their skills of soccer through instruction, discussion, and practice. They will learn about soccer history, theory, and skills. Join us for some fun playing soccer! SS854 Course fee: .........................................None
Students will be challenged to use more complex directions and to collaborate and communicate with others to complete a task. The workshop approach helps students work together to complete a challenging task. Student-produced projects can be taken home to their families. SS517 Course fee: ..............................................$10
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THANK YOU For your support and involvement in the Summer School Program. We encourage students to continue their learning year-round.
Sun Prairie Area School District Futures depend on us…every child, every day 501 S. Bird Street, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Telephone 608.834.6500 www.sunprairieschools.org
STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION No student may be unlawfully discriminated against in any school programs, activities or in facilities usage because of the student’s sex (gender identity, gender expressions, and non-conformity to gender role stereotypes), color, religion, professions, or demonstration of belief or nonbelief, race, national origin (including limited English proficiency), ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, homelessness status, sexual orientation, age, or physical, mental, emotional or learning disability. Harassment is a form of discrimination and shall not be tolerated in the District. It is the responsibility of administrators, staff member and all students to ensure that student discrimination or harassment does not occur. SPASD District Policy JB (Updated August 2019)
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