summer 2024
WELCOME TO 2024 SUMMER PROGRAMS AT TAMPA PREP! If you're looking for the best summer camps in Tampa Bay, you've come to the right place! Tampa Prep offers something for everyone this summer, from sports to STEM, on our downtown campus located on Tampa's famed Riverwalk. Complete details, including camp & course descriptions, dates & costs are attached. Once you've registered your child(ren), please review the information packet attached to your receipt for details about drop-off, pick-up, lunch and more. I look forward to meeting you this summer! Mychael Sumby, Director of Summer Programs msumby@tampaprep.org 813-251-8481
CAMP TERRAPIN GRADES 1-8
2024 DATES Week 1: June 3 - 7 Week 2: June 10 - 14 Week 3: June 17 - 21 (closed June 19)
Camp Terrapin is a coeducational, sports and fine arts summer camp in Tampa for students entering grades 1-8. From the Walter Athletic Complex to the Smith Black Box Theater, the art room to the Colwill Aquatic Complex, and the Shimberg field to the virtual reality IDEA lab, your child will have an opportunity to experience a variety of activities while they embrace Tampa Prep's mission to think, create, be yourself, aspire to excellence and go beyond in a positive, fun and safe environment.
Week 4: June 24 - 28 Week 5: July 1 - 3 (mini) (closed July 4 & July 5)
Week 6: July 8 - 12 Week 7: July 15 - 19
Camp Hours: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Before Care: 8:00 am - 9:00 am After Care: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm *Late Policy: Campers picked up after 5:00pm will be charged $1 per minute
NOTE: THERE WILL BE A $50.00 PER CAMP LATE FEE IF YOU REGISTER AFTER 5:00 P.M. ON THURSDAY FOR THE FOLLOWING WEEK’S CAMP. IF YOU NEED TO WITHDRAW, PLEASE SEE OUR WITHDRAWAL POlICY
CAMP TERRAPIN DAILY ACTIVITIES Tampa Preparatory School has two full-sized indoor, air-conditioned courts, two outdoor courts, a soccer field, a baseball field and an eight-lane swimming pool and diving well. Camp Terrapin utilizes all of these state-of-the-art athletic venues as well as classrooms throughout the school. Campers should wear closed-toe shoes (sneakers) every day.
SPORTS Indoor sports activities and games--led by our counselors--are designed for the interest and age/skill level of our campers. Games include traditional favorites like capture the flag, basketball, tag, duck-duck-goose and more. Outdoor sports include games like court hockey, tennis-baseball, soccer, kickball, field games, pickleball, flag football and more!
SWIMMING Campers must pass a swim test on the first day of camp each week. If a camper does not pass this test, they will be asked to wear a lifejacket each week. Three certified lifeguards are on duty at all times. No instruction is given during the swimming activity period. Campers should bring their bathing suit, towel and sunscreen every day.
VISUAL ARTS There is directed study of different art media (drawing, painting, printmaking, clay and 3D materials) and different themes for each camp session.
COMPUTERS The computer labs at Tampa Preparatory School have upgraded Apple computers with a variety of educational, non-violent games installed just for campers. In addition, campers have access to “kid-friendly” websites for game play. The Internet is heavily filtered and monitored while the campers are using computers.
GAMES Campers may choose from a variety of board games, card games, ping-pong, air hockey, arcade games and more. Kids enjoy oversized versions of games like Jenga.
SCIENCE Innovative and interactive, our campers will have the opportunity to become involved in the engaging world of science through different themes each session.
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES Theme days, special guests, dance time, field and swim events, movie and popcorn days and more! Counselors may offer campers an option of two different activities, but for the majority of the time, campers will stay with their group and participate in the planned activity. Campers may also be grouped by gender or age during specific activities. The master activity schedule may vary based on weather or other special activities.
2024 PRICING CAMP TERRAPIN COSTS
2024 LATE REGISTRATION FEES
Camp Terrapin Weekly Rate: $350
Campers MUST be registered by 5:00
Before Care: $50/week/camper
pm the THURSDAY PRIOR TO the start
After Care: $75/week/camper
of the camp you have selected. There is a $50.00 late fee for campers who
Mini Week June 17-21: $300/week/camper
register after that time.
Camp Closed June 19
Before Care Mini: $40/week/camper After Care Mini: $60/week/camper
2024 WITHDRAWAL POLICY Parents who wish to withdraw a student
Mini Week July 1-3: $225/week/camper
from a course or camp after registration
Camp Closed July 4 and July 5
Before Care Mini: $30/week/camper After Care Mini: $45/week/camper
will be charged the credit card transaction fee. Withdrawals will be assessed a 20% withdrawal fee.
Daily Drop-In Before/After Care: $20/day/camper Late Pick-Up: Campers picked up after 5pm will be charged $1 per minute
2024 DISCOUNTS *Discounts apply to Camp Terrapin Only *Only one discount per camper may be used
Early Bird: $10/week/camper Registration and payment must be received by April 1, 2024 to receive the Early Bird incentive.
Multi-Week Discount: $10/week/camper available after April 1, 2024
NO refunds will be given for camp after May 15, 2024. NO refunds will be given for academic classes after May 31, 2024. Requests for tuition reimbursements should be directed to the Director of Summer Programs, Mychael Sumby at msumby@tampaprep.org or by calling 813-251-8481 ext. 4007.
ACADEMIC COURSE OFFERINGS *ALL classes are taught at the Honors Level for rising 9th - 12th grade Students
Semester 1: June 5 - June 25 (No Classes June 19)
Semester 2: June 26 - July 19 (No Classes July 4 and July 5)
Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Semester 1 Credit Cost: $1700 Semester 2 Credit Cost: $1700 PE: $1750 per semester (cost of
Courses Offered: Algebra 1 Review Algebra 2 Review Geometry Physical Education & Health Pre-Calculus Spanish 1 Review Spanish 2 Review Spanish 3 Ceramics (1st semester only) Civics (2nd semester only)
field trips is included) You DO NOT need to be a Tampa Prep Student to register. Students must register for both semesters to receive a full year's credit. Those taking only one semester of a full credit course must indicate which semester when registering. All students taking an academic credit or enrichment course must meet at the registration desk in the main building by 8:15 a.m. on the first day of class. Students taking a second semester class should report to school on their first day of class Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Students should have their iPads for class. Please review the Summer Program Policies on page 9 before enrolling.
SUMMER COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOREIGN LANGUAGE SPANISH 1 REVIEW Prerequisite: Spanish I This course is restricted to students who have already taken Spanish I and wish to become more proficient before moving on to Spanish II or earn a better grade by retaking the class. This course, focusing on developing the basic skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing, integrates the study of grammar and vocabulary with aspects of the Hispanic culture. Students write compositions and present dialogues, which apply the grammar and vocabulary studied in each lesson.
SPANISH 2 REVIEW Prerequisite: Spanish ll In Spanish II there is daily integration of the four linguistic skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, with an increased focus on grammar and practical, high-frequency vocabulary. There is also integration of the culture of the daily lives of Spanish speakers and coverage of the entire Spanish-speaking world. Students are presented with ample guided, focused opportunities to interact in Spanish with classmates and the instructor, with the goal of establishing a solid base for clear self-expression.
SPANISH 3 Prerequisite: Spanish II Grammar and vocabulary are advanced and reinforced through in-class discussions and topics such as health and fitness, ecology, the economy, technology, religion, politics and art. There is an increased focus on speaking, formal writing, analytical reading and cultural awareness.
MATHEMATICS *It is recommended that students take both semesters to ensure that they have a solid foundation of the material.
ALGEBRA 1 REVIEW Prerequisite: Algebra I This course is restricted to students who have already taken Algebra I and wish to become more proficient in it or earn a better grade by retaking the class. Included is the study of numbers, rules of algebra, linear equations and inequalities, exponents, polynomials, proportions and functions.
ALGEBRA 2 REVIEW Prerequisite: Algebra ll The following topics are covered in the first half of the summer: solving linear equations and inequalities, solving systems of equations, factoring polynomials, exponent rules, graphing lines, and inequalities, finding the equation of a line. The second half includes the following topics: radical numbers, imaginary numbers, quadratic, polynomial, and rational functions, matrices, logarithms, and conic sections. The graphing calculator is used for some topics in the course.
SUMMER COURSE DESCRIPTIONS GEOMETRY Prerequisite: Algebra I First-half topics include deductive reasoning, line and angle relationships, triangles, and congruence. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, logical thinking, and completeness of formal geometric proofs. Second-half topics include similarity, parallelograms, right triangles, circles, and planar and spatial measurement. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving skills in the considerable applications of geometric concepts and formulas for a wide variety of geometric figures.
PRE-CALCULUS Prerequisite: Algebra II The first half of this course covers graph shifting and translations, combinations and compositions of functions, inverse functions, zeros, complex numbers, linear models, scatter plots, polynomials, rational functions, exponential functions, and logarithms. In the second half, trigonometry is stressed, including equations, identities, properties of multiple angles and the inverse trigonometric functions, laws of sines and cosines, DeMoivre’s Theorem and polar coordinates. Graphics utilities on the computer or calculator are incorporated into the course.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH Prerequisite: None Designed for students who wish to fulfill the personal fitness and health component of their physical education requirement so that they can concentrate on academic electives in their ninth and tenth grade years. This course aims to encourage our students to pursue a healthy, physically active lifestyle. Traditional team sports and lifetime sports including badminton, team handball, floor hockey, indoor soccer and water polo make up the physical education component. The personal fitness/health semester will include reading assignments and quizzes, cardiovascular, strength and flexibility training as well as studies in all areas of health and nutrition.
VISUAL ARTS CERAMICS (1ST SEMESTER ONLY) Prerequisite: None Summer Ceramics provides an introduction to various methods of fabrication in clay. Students will be exposed to the history of clay by examining different cultures and eras. Handbuilding techniques such as pinch pot, coils, and slab are practiced. Surface design methods and glazing will also be covered. These processes will be explored through Technical Research Samples to create unique works of 3D art.
HUMANITIES CIVICS (2ND SEMESTER ONLY) Prerequisite: None This semester-long course exposes students to the foundations of government, the rights and liberties that are guaranteed under the American system of government, and a host of other topics and issues related to American politics. Through an emphasis on current events, students create and implement a political action project. Classes are taught in a discussion-based environment. Students should leave this course as more knowledgeable citizens who possess a practical understanding of their rights, liberties, and responsibilities under the law.
SUMMER ACADEMIC COURSE POLICIES & PROCEDURES ABSENCES & TARDIES No student may be absent more than two days and still receive full credit for an academic course. No student may be absent more than one day and still receive half credit for an academic course. Tardy policy: Students will be allowed four tardies. Points will be deducted from their grade for each tardy after that. This includes when students return from class breaks.
AFTER HOURS All parents are asked to pick up their children promptly during the summer session. Supervision is not provided and Tampa Prep cannot be responsible for students who are left unattended at the school.
MATERIALS Students will need an iPad for academic courses. Necessary resource materials will be announced in each class and will be the responsibility of the student.
COURSE CREDIT Written evaluations will be provided by each instructor for all class work and grades will be granted for all credit courses, provided the student fulfills the course requirements and expectations. Grades and course comments will be forwarded to you at the completion of each “semester.” NonTampa Prep students must make arrangements with their current schools if they wish to transfer credit. All non-Tampa Prep students must submit their most recent transcripts with the registration form.
DRESS CODE Dress during the summer session is casual. Jeans, shorts and T-shirts are permitted, as long as they are presentable and in good taste. While it is summer, students need to remember that Tampa Preparatory School conducts business all summer long.
ENROLLMENT All courses are subject to a minimum enrollment. Dates and times are subject to change. You will be notified of any change or cancellation to a course/camp to which your child is registered.
FOOD No food or drink other than water is allowed inside any of the buildings.
PAYMENT Payment is due with your registration form. A place will not be held for your student until all paperwork has been received. Acceptable methods of payment include eCheck or credit card.
WITHDRAWAL Parents who wish to withdraw a student from camp before May 15, 2024 or an academic course before May 31, 2024 will be assessed a 20% withdrawal fee. NO refunds will be given for camp after May 15, 2024 or from an academic course after May 31, 2024. Requests for tuition reimbursements should be directed to the Director of Summer Programs, Mychael Sumby at msumby@tampaprep.org or by calling 813-251-8481.
