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Imaginative. Adventurous. This is Tesseract Summer Camp!
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Join us for fun, thematic, and innovative summer camp programs from June 10th through August 9th for Early Childhood through Grade 12.
Imaginative. Adventurous.
This is Tesseract Summer Camp! Doubletree Campus Summer Programs Pirate Adventure (*PS-Rising K) Educators: Tracy Lange, Melissa Kolnik and Debbie Ortega Arrr me lasses and laddies! We are looking for a funloving crew of explorers to join us on an adventure across the balmy seas. Join us as we learn about some of the amazing creatures that live in the ocean and near tropical beaches. Our crew will also create their own maps, search for buried treasure, and enjoy pirate-themed activities and outdoor water experiences as we explore the deep blue sea. Ahoy mateys! Who Will We Be Today? (*PS-Rising K) Educators: Michelle Lappin and Kristen McKee Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a king or queen, a super hero, a rockstar, or a scientist? Well then join Ms. Kirstin and Ms. Michelle for this summer camp! We will take each day to explore a variety of imaginative and real life characters from around the world. The lessons will include books, art, science, dress-up, presentations made by outside visitors and much more! Each week we will end with a water day that will include spray bottles, water balloons, and sprinkler fun. Feet! (*PS-Rising K) Educators: Debbie Ortega Get ready for a ‘foot-tastic’ time! You have two; I have two: Let’s celebrate our feet! Have you ever tried to use your feet in funny ways? Ever tried to do things with your feet that you normally do with your hands? Come join us as we paint, wash, build, stamp, sense, act, explore, work - and much more with our very own fabulously fantastic feet!
We’re Having A Ball! (*PS-Rising K) Educator: Michelle Lappin During this week of summer camp, we will do activities such as playing sports games with balls, doing science experiments using balls, preparing food in the shape of a ball, and even having a kings and queens dance ball! The lessons will include books, art, science, dress-up, presentations made by outside visitors and much more! Each week we will end with a water day that will include spray bottles, water balloons, and sprinkler fun. Learning With LEGO (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Jennifer Greer Explore math, communication and physics concepts as we use Legos to make short stop-action movies. We will also take a field trip to the Lego store at the Arrowhead Mall in Glendale. Each camper will receive a copy of the Lego mini-movies we make. American Girl Doll (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Jennifer Greer Travel back in time and explore history with the American Girl Dolls, Kaya, Addy, Kit, Rebecca and Julie! We will study a time period and girl each day with crafts, games and cooking. Dolls are welcome! *Please Note: Camper must be at least 3 years of age and toilet-trained; admission subject to educator approval.
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Pinterest Craft Camp (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Emily Schneider
Road Trippin’ (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Rachel Kay
Campers will create a variety of the fun and fantastic arts and crafts projects found on the website Pinterest! We will use various materials, play on different themes and just enjoy the process of creation. If you are interested in seeing some of the art possibilities for this camp, check out Ms. Schneider’s Kids’ Craft Camp page: pinterest.com/emsueschneider/kids-craft-camp
Explore the USofA! Campers will embark on a trip around the country! Swim the lakes of Michigan. Traverse the tundra of Alaska. Tap a maple tree in Vermont. Glimpse a black bear in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Learn about our varying and exciting states through games, crafts, food, projects and books.
Español para Ti (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Rina Yurcak Practice your Spanish through fun activities including games, crafts, sports, dance, conversations, movies, songs and computers. This fun adventure in Spanish immersion will help students develop confidence in their Spanishspeaking skills. Mandarin Camp (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Allison Utterback Experience China when you sign up for Mandarin Camp. We will spend time speaking Mandarin, playing games in Mandarin and using multimedia tools to learn Mandarin. Your child will benefit from this camp whether they’re new to Mandarin or if they’ve already reached an intermediate level all are welcome. We will explore Chinese culture, food and geography as well through games, hands on activities and crafts. It’s going to be 非常好玩 (very fun)! Culinary Kids (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Ashley Cunningham Explore nutrition and healthy eating while preparing delicious dishes and snacks with your friends. Share the recipes with your family by taking home your very own cookbook at the end of the week.
Hooks and Threads Camp (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Ashley Cunningham Learn to sew and crochet! Create your own fashionable accessories, a personalized sewing kit and a few gifts to share! Homemade! (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Jill Holman Learn home-economics lessons in gift-making. We will have loads of fun together with Ms. Jill making home-made popsicles, lip balm, soaps, candles, and general cabin fever type activities. Come join the fun and gain some self confidence and independence in learning how to do things for yourself. Cheer and Gymnastics Camp (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Rachel Nelson In Cheer and Gymnastics Camp, campers will learn the basic fundamentals of gymnastics mostly tumbling and cheerleading. We will work on arm positions, splits, kicks, jumps, and cheers. The cheerleaders will even learn how to make up their own cheers. Gymnastics will focus on tumbling such as rolls, lunges, cartwheels, headstands, and handstands. We will have a performance at the end of the week to show our cheers and new skills. Cheerleading is not only important for teamwork but also encourages the children to find their voice. “LETS DO IT! BE NUMBER 1!”
Shea Campus Summer Programs (continued) Dance Camp (Risicrades 1-4) Educator: Rachel Nelson
Star Wars Camp (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Hannah Kessler
In Dance Camp, campers will learn proper stretching and the importance of stretching before dancing. They will learn the fundamentals and basics of dance while exploring all the different types of dance such as tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical, and hip hop. They will learn different steps that will be put together for choreography and then performed at the end of the week. Dance is a fun cardio activity for both boys and girls. I can’t wait to dance with your children!
Join us for a week-long camp going through the ins and outs of Star Wars. Throughout the week you will test your knowledge of The Force, engaging in activities built to train any new Padawan learner. Each young Padawan will have the opportunity to construct their own lightsaber, help build a model X-Wing class fighter, as well as a miniature Death Star. Games and trivia will be based on the original George Lucas films, as well as the Disney/Cartoon Network program, The Clone Wars. This is a co-ed program! Young Jedi ladies and gents are encouraged to join in the fun!
Surf’s Up (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Melissa Kolnik Beat the blazing Arizona heat and cool off with some water fun in the sun! Campers will learn about surf and turf while engaging in hands-on explorations, crafts, games, and interactive experiences. Come prepared to get wet, make friends, and have fun. Super Scientists (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Melissa Kolnik Let’s shake up some fun as we investigate cool chemical reactions, engage in hands-on experiments, and explore the scientific method. These young scientists will use their imaginations to make predictions, test theories, observe changes, and analyze the outcomes. Together we will build an appreciation for science, while having fun, and learning about the world around us!
Summer Musical Theatre Camp (Rising Grades 2-6) Educator: Terri Scullin Explore musical theater through classes in acting, singing and dance taught by Ms. Terri and guest workshops by other Valley theater professionals. Field trips throughout the week will include backstage theater tours and attending local theater productions. On Friday, students will share what they have learned in a culminating performance for family and friends. Clay Club (Rising Grades 3-6) Educator: Emily Schneider Explore methods of creating 3-D art with an emphasis on clay. Campers will create at least two clay pieces that will be fired and glazed in our kiln as well as a jewelry project with clay beads.
Fairy Fun Camp (Rising Grades 1-4) Educator: Melissa Kolnik
Art and Animation (Rising Grades 3-6) Educator: Emily Schneider
Calling all magical fairies to celebrate imagination and creativity. Enjoy learning about fairytale kingdoms, explore mystical creations, and relax while sipping on fairy flower tea. Together we'll explore the world of fairies with wonderful crafts, fairy gardens, floral head wreaths, and daily fairy tea parties.
Campers learn how to create their own animations! The class begins by creating several stop-motion animations using some common art-making mediums (photography, drawing, collage and clay). They will continue onto other animation techniques using the iPads. The campers edit and produce their own finished animations using iMovie.
Shea Campus Summer Programs Mandarin Camp (Grades 5-12) Educator: Jared Utterback Experience China when you sign up for Mandarin Camp. We will spend time speaking Mandarin, playing games in Mandarin and using multimedia tools to learn Mandarin. You will benefit from this camp whether you’re new to Mandarin or if you’ve already reached an intermediate level - all are welcome. We will explore Chinese culture, food and geography as well through games, hands on activities and media. It’s going to be 非常好玩 (very fun)! Glassblowing Camp (Grades 5-8 and 9-12)
Climb and Kayak (Grades 9-12) Cruise the Salt River and climb some Arizona rock. Learn how to safely paddle the river and maneuver your kayak as you take in the rich scenery. Pull your kayak ashore, and traverse a riverside rock face. Experienced instructors and guides will facilitate this Tesseract paddling and climbing camp. Novice and proficient are welcome. Spend the first day getting to know your craft, equipment and terrain before embarking on four individual day trips. Writer’s Workshop (Grades 5-12) Educator: Tracy McHenry
Transform molten glass into ornaments, drinking glasses, snowmen and flowers! A professional gaffer will instruct campers on the proper and safe handling of these molten blobs. Campers will also learn about the glass studio, history of glassblowing, and current trends. Projects will be accomplished on site, and a field trip to a studio at the Mesa Arts Center will top off this exciting glassblowing camp.
Most people think that writing is a solitary activity meant to be done by the individual and the individual alone. Despite this common misconception, writing is best done in a community of other writers, of people who are looking to improve themselves and their skills in this craft. Campers who are interested can be any level of proficiency, but should be prepared to write and share their writing with their peers. Let’s improve our writing and ourselves as a community!
Digital Filmmaking (Grades 5-8) Educator: Ted Strickland
Full Credit Summer Course Conceptual Physics (Rising Grades 10-12)
Discover filmmaking through various mediums. Campers will watch movies and discuss character development to aid in creating characters for their own films, which will be made with digital camcorders and iMovie. Films made during this workshop will be available for viewing on a private YouTube channel. Each week will include a field trip to a movie theatre to watch a current release film.
This course focuses on concepts and applications of physics. The students will gain a great understanding of the laws of physics that surround them. Students will develop an understanding of the concepts underlying the phenomena of motion, force, energy, matter, sound, electricity, and light. Students will explore these concepts through laboratory exercises, in class activities, presentations and lecture. Since this is a full credit science course, students should expect to have a minimum an hour of homework each evening.
Kayak the Salt (Grades 5-8) Cruise the Salt River. Learn how to safely paddle the river and maneuver your kayak as you take in the rich Arizona scenery. Experienced instructors and guides will facilitate this Tesseract paddling camp. Novice and proficient are welcome. Spend the first day getting to know your craft and terrain before embarking on four day trips on the river.
This course will go from Week 1-5 (June 10-July19)
Register Online Today! Visit www.TesseractSummerPrograms.org
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Tesseract Summer Camp Registration Form
Doubletree Campus Course Selections Please check all that apply. Week 1: June 10-June 14 Who Will We Be Today? Clay Club Art and Animation Espanol para Ti Culinary Kids Surf’s Up
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 3-6 Grades 3-6 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 12:15-3pm 9am-11:45am 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $245.00 $125.00 $125.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00
Week 2: June 17-June 21 Who Will We Be Today? Clay Club Art and Animation Espanol para Ti American Girl Doll Super Scientists
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 3-6 Grades 3-6 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 12:15-3pm 9am-11:45am 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $245.00 $125.00 $125.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00
Week 3: June 24-June 28 We’re Having a Ball! Learning with LEGO Pinterest Craft Camp Espanol para Ti Cheer & Gymnastics Camp Fairy Fun Camp
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 3-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00
Week 4: July 8-July 12 Pirate Adventure Learning with LEGO Summer Musical Theatre Camp Hooks and Threads Camp Mandarin Camp
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 1-2 Grades 2-6 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-11:45am
Tuition $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $230.00
Week 5: July 15-July 19 Pirate Adventure Summer Musical Theatre Camp Hooks and Threads Camp Dance Camp Road Trippin’
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 2-6 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00
Week 6: July 22-July 26 Pirate Adventure Star Wars Camp Homemade! Culinary Kids
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00
Week 7: July 29-August 2 Pirate Adventure Star Wars Camp Road Trippin’ Cheer & Gymnastics Camp
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00
Week 8: August 5-August 9 Feet! Dance Camp Road Trippin’ Culinary Kids
Grade/Age PS-Rising K Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4 Grades 1-4
Times 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $245.00 $245.00 $245.00 $245.00
SUBTOTAL: $ Registration form continues on back.
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Tesseract Summer Camp Registration Form
Shea Campus Course Selections Please check all that apply. Week 1: June 10-June 14 Digital Filmmaking Glassblowing Camp Writer’s Workshop
Grade/Age Grades 5-8 Grades 5-8 Grades 5-12
Times 9am-3pm 9am-12pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $250.00 $390.00 $250.00
Week 2: June 17-June 21 Digital Filmmaking Glassblowing Camp
Grade/Age Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12
Times 9am-3pm 9am-12pm
Tuition $250.00 $390.00
Week 3: June 24-June 28 Digital Filmmaking Climb and Kayak
Grade/Age Grades 5-8 Grades 9-12
Times 9am-3pm 9am-3pm
Tuition $250.00 $410.00
Week 4: July 8-July 12 Kayak the Salt Mandarin Camp
Grade/Age Grades 5-8 Grades 5-12
Times 9am-3pm 12:15pm-3pm
Tuition $390.00 $250.00
Weeks 1-5: June 10-July 19 Conceptual Physics (Full Credit Course)
Grade/Age Grades 10-12
Times 9am-3pm
Tuition $1000.00
SUBTOTAL: $
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We appreciate receiving registration and payment in full by April 15. Payment in full reserves your space. No refunds will be issued after May 1. Checks should be made payable to: Paradise Valley Private School Foundation. Current Tesseract families may charge the summer program to their Tesseract accounts. You may register online or complete this registration form. You may drop the registration form at the Tesseract front office or return via: Email to shutchinson@tesseractschool.org Fax to 480.991.1954 Mail to 4800 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253
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About Tesseract School At Tesseract School, the core of our philosophy is stimulating the love of learning and joy of discovery in every child. Our highly talented and committed educators connect with children in small, nurturing and interactive classes. Our students master the fundamentals of academics while experiencing a broad-based integrated curriculum that includes music, art, foreign language, technology, service learning and physical activity. This proven philosophy extends into our summer camp program. I look forward to your child joining the Tesseract community for what I am sure will be a happy and successful summer!
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Nigel Taplin, Head of School
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Tesseract Summer Camp Programs FYI • All camp programs are open to students throughout the Valley. • Tuition includes one Tesseract Summer Camp T-shirt. Additional shirts are available for $10 each. • Kid friendly lunch is available for $35 per week in June, July and August for full-day camps only. • Extended Day care is available at the Doubletree campus from 7:30 to 9:00 AM and 3:00 to 5:00 PM. The cost is $8 for one AM or PM session or $13 for both sessions. • You may register online OR complete the attached registration form. You may drop the registration form at the Tesseract front office or return via: Email to shutchinson@tesseractschool.org Fax to 480.991.1954 Mail to 4800 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley, 85253 • Minimum group size is 10 students per educator, unless otherwise noted. Camps may be canceled if minimum number of students is not met. Camp offerings subject to change. Doubletree Campus: 4800 East Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley Shea Campus: 3939 East Shea Boulevard, Phoenix For more information, please contact: Sylvia Hutchinson, Extended Day & Summer Program Coordinator shutchinson@tesseractschool.org or call 480.991.1770 x133