Summer at Barstow 2017 by The Barstow School

Camp Catalog

2017

emember when you went to summer camp as a kid – the friends you made, the memories you still cherish? Give your child an amazing summer and those same lasting memories – enroll in Summer at Barstow!

Fun – Your child will experience an unforgettable summer in a safe

and nurturing environment.

Summer – For first-year campers, Summer at Barstow means new

friends and new interests. For our returning campers, you’ll see many familiar faces and some fun new camps.

Adventure – Imaginations soar in Barstow’s 400 creative and

engaging camps.

www.barstowschool.org/summer

How to Use This Catalog

Find a popular camp

Plan based on your schedule

Browse by topic

Use the Aâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Z Camp Index to quickly locate a camp your kids love. Every camp is listed alphabetically.

Plan your summer using the Weekly Planner. Every full day, morning and afternoon camp is listed, grouped by week.

Explore camps that match your kids' areas of interest. Discover the range of Camp Listings in each category.

Things You Need To Know How to Enroll

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Go to www.barstowschool.org/summer Click on the “Register Now” tab located on the Summer at Barstow webpage. By clicking on the “Register Now” tab, you will be taken directly to the registration system.

Set up your online account After logging in, you are ready to build your summer camp experience. • New families – Register as a “First-Time User” • Returning families – Register as “Returning User” by entering your previous username and password*

Register for camps Follow the on-screen instructions to register each child individually. Camps are designed for the grade your child enters in the fall.

Required camper information Enter emergency contact information and medical information.

Lunch

Catered lunch is available to full-day campers for $25 per week. Please note: If your child has any food allergy and/or special dietary needs, we strongly encourage you to bring a lunch to camp. Our menu is subject to change.

Extended Care Service

Extended Care is offered for campers preschool through grade 8. Our program is staffed by Summer at Barstow instructors and teaching assistants. Campers participate in a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, outdoor activities, sports, board games and LEGO building. Campers are divided into two age-appropriate groups. Preschool through Kindergarten campers enjoy activities in the Babbitt Media Center, while campers in grades 1–8 gather in the Lisa Schultz Dining Hall. AM Care is offered from 7:15–8:45 am daily, after which campers are escorted by staff to their camp meeting place. PM Care is offered from 3:30–6:00 pm. If you are unexpectedly late or delayed in picking up your children, they are escorted by staff to Extended Care at 3:45 pm.

Things to keep in mind • Password Assistance – If you don’t know your username or password, there is a link on the registration page to request this information via email. • Accepted Forms of Payment – Mastercard, Discover, American Express and Visa. A 2.75 percent convenience fee is assessed at check out. Electronic check (e-check) processing is available at no cost. • Fees – All camp fees are due at the time of enrollment. There is a one-time nonrefundable $25 enrollment fee per camper. • Online Account – You may access your online account 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Extended Care Rates

AM Care $30 per week $7 per day

$60 per week $14 per day PM Care

A–Z Camp Index A Dipping Good Time. . . . . . . . . 21 Abra-kid-abra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adorable Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . All About the Benjamins . . . . . . . . . The Amazing Race. . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Girl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Angry Birds Exploration . . . . . . . . . Aprons & Appetizers . . . . . . . . . . . . Arcade Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . Archaeology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Archery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Around the World in 5 Days. . . . . . . Art 3D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Art in Nature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Art of Calligraphy . . . . . . . . . . . ARTventure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arty Party. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Astronomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aviation Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 12 38 12 12 12 21 29 38 34 12 12 13 13 13 13 13 38 38

Babysitting 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Bake & Take . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barstow Baseball Camp . . . . . . . . . Barstow Boys Basketball Camp. . . . Barstow Breakout Squad . . . . . . . . Barstow Broadway Camps . . . . . . . Barstow Cheerleading Camp. . . . . . Barstow Girls Basketball Camp. . . . Barstow Girls Tennis Camp . . . . . . . Barstow Girls Volleyball Camp. . . . . Barstow Beauty Salon. . . . . . . . . . . Barstow Farmers Market . . . . . . . . Barstow's Got Talent. . . . . . . . . . . . Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basketball: Girls Hoopla . . . . . . . . . The BBQ Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beaded Bliss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beginners Guitar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beginners Piano. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Biological Bonanza. . . . . . . . . . . . .

21 34 34 29 26 34 34 34 34 13 21 26 35 35 29 13 13 14 38

Boys Day Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Breakfast Bunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTVN Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Build Your Own Sport . . . . . . . . . . . Building an Amusement Park . . . . .

29 21 38 35 38

C ampin' Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Career Exploration . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chess. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chopped. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christmas in July . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clay-Tastic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CO₂ Dragsters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer Craze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cook, Blog, Photog. . . . . . . . . . . . . Cookie, Cake & Cupcake Design . . . Counselor-In-Training (CIT) . . . . . . . Crafty Kickers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crazy Chemistry & Other Matters . . Create Your Own Myth . . . . . . . . . . Creative Songwriting . . . . . . . . . . . Creative Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Critics Give it 5 Stars. . . . . . . . . CSI Barstow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 14 35 22 14 14 38 39 22 22 14 35 39 14 26 14 26 39

Divine Interior Design. . . . . . . . 15 Dog Town. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

E arthly Herbs & Flowers . . . . . . . 15 Fabric Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Fairy Tale Ballet Camp . . . . . . . . . . 26 Farm to Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Fashion Deconstruction . . . . . . . . . 15 Fencing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 First Burst. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Flag Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Frisbee Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Funky Beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Future Stars of the Stage . . . . . . . . 27

G eocaching 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Girl Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Girls Day Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Glam Squad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Gymnastics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Happy Hikers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Harry Potter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Horsemanship & Riding. . . . . . . . . . 29

I Want it All! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Ice Cream, You Scream! . . . . . . . . . 23 Improv Night. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Inflatables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Insectopia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Invention Fair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

J ust Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Kansas City Cupcakes. . . . . . . . 23 Kansas City's Best . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboarding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kindi Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Knitty Gritty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kristi Mitchell's Peformance Camp. .

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Lacrosse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Last Blast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 LEGO Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Lightning Lasers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Linda Collier's Debate Camp. . . . . . 10 Love Your Body. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Math Fanatics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Math on Your Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Media Mania. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Merci! Merci! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Minecraft Maniacs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Mini Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Mosaics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Mouse & a Cookie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Movie Makers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Mural Masterpieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Mythology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Next Great Baker. . . . . . . . 23 Paintball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 The

Painting Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Party Planners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Pete the Cat and Cool Shoes. . . . . . 18 Photo Phrenzy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Pinterest Projects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Pokémon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Pop Art! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Pop Stars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Print-A-Palooza. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Project Runway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Project Scientist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Project Volcanoes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Puzzle Island . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Readiness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Recycle & Redesign. . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Rock Climbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Rocketry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

cience Fanatics. . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Magic School Bus Adventures. . 16 S Scrapbooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Magic Tree House Adventures. . . . . 16 Magical Acting with Harry Potter. . . 27 Make a Scene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Masterpiece Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Masters of Manners. . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Masters of Plaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Sculptured Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service Sampler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sew-N-Stitch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shabby to Chic Furniture. . . . . . . . . Shake It Up! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shop & Dine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 30 19 19 28 30

Shopkins Spectacular. . . . . . . . . . . 19 Singing Swift Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Skill Sharpener. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 So We Think You Can Dance. . . . . . . 28 Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Space Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Spanish in Cinco Dias . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Sports Sampler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Spy School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Star Trek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Star Wars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Strategic Gaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Strat-O-Matic Baseball. . . . . . . . . . 43 Summer Acting Intensive . . . . . . . . 28 Summer Sampler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Superhero Actors Unite! . . . . . . . . . 28 Survival Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Surviving KC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Sweets & Treats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Swim Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Team Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Tennis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Theatrical Make up. . . . . . . . . . . . . Top Chef: Just Desserts. . . . . . . . . . Tour of Italy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Toy Soldier Historical Gaming . . . . .

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U ltimate Frisbee. . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Ultimate Lawn Games. . . . . . . . . . . 37 Use Your Imagination. . . . . . . . . . . 28

VEX Robotics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Wearable Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Wet & Wild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Wild World of Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . 23 The World of Terraria. . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Y OUniversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Zoo Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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WEEKLY PLANNER Weeks 1–5

Full–Day

Week 1 (First Burst) May 30–June 2 First Burst (PK–Grade 8, p. 33) Kristi Mitchell’s Performance Workshop (Grades 2–7, p. 27)

Counselor-in-Training (Grades 8–9, p. 14) Kansas City’s Best (Grades 3–8, p. 30) Kindi Camp: Animal Antics (K, p. 32) Media Mania (Grades 6–9, p. 17) Mini Camp: Put Me in the Zoo (PS–PK, p. 32)

Barstow Girls Tennis Camp (Grades 6–12, p. 34)

Architecture (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Around the World in 5 Days (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Art 3D (Grades 1–3, p. 13) Basketball (Grades 3–5, p. 35) Biological Bonanza (Grades 4–8, p. 32) Campin’ Out (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Computer Craze (Grades 1–3, p. 39) Divine Interior Design (Grades 4–8, p. 15) Future Stars of the Stage (Grades 1–4, p. 27) Kindi Camp: Animal Antics (Grade K, p. 32) LEGOLAND: The Movie (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Mini Camp: Put Me in the Zoo (Grades PS–PK, p. 32) Mouse & a Cookie (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Photo Phrenzy (Grades 1–3, p. 41) Pokémon Power (Grades 2–3, p. 18) Project Runway (Grades 4–8, p. 18) Service Sampler: Serving KC (Grades 4–8, p. 30) Star Trek: The Final Frontier (Grades 2–5, p. 42) Summer Sampler: Summer Spectacular (Grades 1–6, p. 31) Team Sports (Grades 1–3, p. 37) Tour of Italy (Grades 2–5, p. 23) VEX Robotics I (Grades 4–8, p. 43)

Morning Camps

Use the weekly planner to build your child’s camp schedule. Please refer to the catalog listing for the full camp description, including schedule details and pricing.

Don’t Forget

Afternoon Camps

We offer rigorous academic camps for all ages. See p. 10.

2017 Camp Catalog

Week 2 June 5–June 9

A Dipping Good Time (Grades 1–3, p. 21) The Amazing Race (Grades 4–8, p. 12) Aviation Adventures (Grades 1–3, p. 38) Beginners Piano (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Clay-Tastic (Grades 4–8, p. 14) The Critics Give it 5 Stars! (Grades 4–8, p. 26) Dog Town (Grades 1–3, p. 15) Fabric Art (Grades 4–8, p. 15) Horsemanship & Riding (Grades 3–8, p. 29) Make a Scene (Grades 4–8, p. 27) Minecraft Maniacs (Grades 2–5, p. 17) Party Planners (Grades 4–8, p. 17) Pokémon Power (Grades 4–6, p. 18) Rocketry (Grades 4–8, p. 42) Soccer (Grades 1–3, p. 36) Spanish in Cinco Días (Grades 1–3, p. 19) Strategic Gaming (Grades 4–8, p. 43) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 4–8, p. 37) Toy Soldier Historical Gaming: Swords & Sandals (Grades 2–6, p. 20)

Week 3 June 12–June 16

Week 4 June 19–June 23

Week 5 June 26–June 30

Abra-kid-abra (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Art in Nature (Grades 1–3, p. 13) Barstow Farmers Market (Grades 4–8, p. 21) Barstow Girls Basketball Camp (Grades 5–8, p. 34) Basketball (Grades 1–2, p. 35) BTVN Jr (Grades 3–8, p. 38) Cookie, Cake & Cupcake Design (Grades 1–3, p. 22) Create Your Own Myth (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Horsemanship & Riding (Grades 3–8, p. 29) Kindi Camp: Underwater Adventures (K, p. 32) LEGO Mindstorms I (Grades 4–8, p. 39) LEGOLAND: Star Wars (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Minecraft Maniacs (Grades 2–5, p. 17) Mini Camp: Ocean Commotion (PS–PK, p. 32) Mosaics (Grades 4–8, p. 17) The Next Great Baker (Grades 4–8, p. 28) Readiness (Grades 2–5, p. 13) Skill Sharpener (Grades 1–8, p. 13) Summer Sampler: All-Star Athletes (Grades 1–6, p. 33) Team Sports (Grades 4–8, p. 37) Tennis (Grades 1–3, p. 37) Theatrical Make-Up: Zombies (Grades 4–8, p. 20) Wearable Art (Grades 4–8, p. 20) YOUniversity (Grades 1–8, p. 10)

Archaeology (Grades 4–8, p. 38) Arty Party (Grades 1–3, p. 13) Barstow Farmers Market (Grades 4–8, p. 21) Beginners Piano (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Breakfast Bunch (Grades 1–3, p. 21) BTVN Jr (Grades 3–8, p. 38) Ceramics (Grades 4–8, p. 14) Fairy Tale Ballet: Sleeping Beauty (Grades 1–5, p. 26) Funky Beauty (Grades 4–8, p. 15) Kindi Camp: Cooking Craze (K, p. 32) Knitty Gritty (Grades 4–8, p. 16) LEGO Mindstorms II (Grades 4–8, p. 39) LEGO WeDo Robotics I (Grades 1–3, p. 40) LEGOLAND: Star Wars (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Math Fanatics (Grades 1–2, p. 40) Mini Camp: Little Chefs (PS–PK, p. 32) Project Scientist (Grades 1–3, p. 41) Readiness (Grades 2–5, p. 10) Recycle & Redesign (Grades 4–8, p. 29) Skill Sharpener (Grades 1–8, p. 10) Summer Sampler: Safari Adventures (Grades 1–6, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 4–8, p. 37) Ultimate Frisbee (Grades 3–8, p. 37) Use Your Imagination (Grades 3–8, p. 28) VEX Robotics I (Grades 4–8, p. 43) YOUniversity (Grades 1–8, p. 10)

Aprons & Appetizers (Grades 1–3, p. 21) Arcade Adventures (Grades 3–8, p. 29) The BBQ Club (Grades 3–8, p. 29) Beginners Guitar (Grades 1–3, p. 13) Build Your Own Amusement Park (Grades 4–8, p. 35) Ceramics (Grades 4–8, p. 14) Cookie, Cake & Cupcake Design (Grades 4–8, p. 22) Farm to Table (Grades 1–3, p. 22) Fashion Deconstruction (Grades 4–8, p. 15) Geocaching 101 (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Harry Potter (Grades 4–8, p. 16) Ice Cream, You Scream! (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Kindi Camp: Mini Masterpieces (K, p. 32) LEGO Mindstorms III (Grades 4–8, p. 40) LEGO WeDo Robotics I (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Magic School Bus Adventures (Grades 1–3, p. 16) Minecraft Maniacs (Grades 2–5, p. 17) Mini Camp: Crafty Kids (PS–PK, p. 32) Pop Stars (Grades 1–3, p. 27) Print-A-Palooza (Grades 1–3, p. 18) Readiness (Grades 2–5, p. 10) Skill Sharpener (Grades 1–8, p. 10) Summer Sampler: Mad Scientists (Grades 1–6, p. 31) Team Sports (Grades 1–3, p. 37) Tennis (Grades 4–8, p. 37) VEX Robotics II (Grades 4–8, p. 43) YOUniversity (Grades 1–8, p. 10)

American Girl (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Art in Nature (Grades 4–8, p. 13) ARTventure (Grades 1–3, p. 13) Barstow Boys Basketball Camp (Grades 5–8, p. 34) Barstow Breakout Squad (Grades 4–8, p. 29) Barstow Broadway: 101 Dalmations (Grades 5–8, p. 26) Beginners Piano (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Cook, Blog, Photog (Grades 5–9, p. 22) Geocaching 101 (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Harry Potter (Grades 2–4, p. 16) I Want it All! (Grades 1–3, p. 16) KC Cupcakes (Grades 4–8, p. 23) Keyboarding (Grades 3–6, p. 39) LEGO Mindstorms I (Grades 4–8, p. 39) LEGOLAND: Superheroes (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Love Your Body (Grades 4–8, p. 16) Movie Makers (Grades 4–8, p. 41) Pop Art! (Grades 4–8, p. 18) Space Out (Grades 1–3, p. 42) Sports Sampler (Grades 1–3, p. 36) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 4–8, p. 37) Wet & Wild (Grades 3–8, p. 31) The World of Terraria (Grades 2–6, p. 20)

ARTventure (Grades 1–3, p. 13) Astronomy (Grades 2–5, p. 38) Bake & Take (Grades 1–3, p. 21) Barstow Boys Basketball Camp (Grades 2–4, p. 34) Barstow Broadway: Disney's Cinderella (Grades 2–6, p. 26) Ceramics (Grades 1–3, p. 14) CO2 Dragsters (Grades 4–8, p. 38) Crazy Chemistry & Other Matters (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Dog Town (Grades 1–3, p. 15) Fencing (Grades 4–8, p. 35) Gymnastics (Grades 1–4, p. 36) Happy Hikers (Grades 3–8, p. 29) LEGO Mindstorms II (Grades 4–8, p. 39) LEGOLAND: Fantasy (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Love Your Body (Grades 4–8, p. 16) Math on Your Menu (Grades 1–3, p. 41) Shabby to Chic Furniture (Grades 4–8, p. 19) Shopkins Spectacular (Grades 1–3, p. 19) Soccer (Grades 4–8, p. 36) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 1–3, p. 37) Top Chef: Just Desserts (Grades 4–8, p. 23) Toy Soldier Historical Gaming: Early American History (Grades 2–6, p. 20) Ultimate Lawn Games (Grades 1–3, p. 37)

American Girl (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Aprons & Appetizers (Grades 4–8, p. 21) Arty Party (Grades 4–8, p. 13) Bake & Take (Grades 4–8, p. 21) Beginners Piano (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Ceramics (Grades 1–3, p. 14) CO2 Dragsters (Grades 4–8, p. 38) Crafty Kickers (Grades 1–3, p. 35) Creative Writing (Grades 5–8, p. 14) LEGO Mindstorms Animal Edition (Grades 4–8, p. 40) LEGOLAND: City Edition (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Lightning Lasers (Grades 3–8, p. 30) Pop Stars Sr (Grades 4–8, p. 27) Print-A-Palooza (Grades 4–8, p. 18) Shopkins Spectacular (Grades 1–3, p. 19) Soccer (Grades 1–3, p. 36) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 1–3, p. 37) Theatrical Make-Up (Grades 4–8, p. 20) Top Chef: Just Desserts (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Wet & Wild (Grades 3–8, p. 31) The World of Terraria (Grades 2–6, p. 20) Zoo Camp (Grades 1–3, p. 20)

* Please refer to catalog listing for full description.

Afternoon Camps

Kindi Camp: Mini Masterpieces (K, p. 37) Mini Camp: Crafty Kids (PS–PK, p. 32) Surviving KC (Grades 4–8, p. 31)

Morning Camps

Golf (Grades 4–8, p. 36) Kindi Camp: Cooking Craze (K, p. 32) Mini Camp: Little Chefs (PS–PK, p. 32)

Full–Day

Kindi Camp: Underwater Adventures (K, p. 32) Mini Camp: Ocean Commotion (PS–PK, p. 32) Paintball (Grades 4–8, p. 30)

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Afternoon Camps

Morning Camps

Full–Day

Week 6 July 3–July 7

Week 7 July 10–July 14

Week 8 July 17–July 21

Kindi Camp: Party in the USA (K, p. 32) Mini Camp: Happy Birthday, America! (PS–PK, p. 32)

Kindi Camp: Cat in the Hat (K, p. 32) Linda Collier’s Debate Camp (Grades 6–8, p. 10) Mini Camp: Seuss on the Loose (PS–PK, p. 32)

Kansas City’s Best (Grades 3–8, p. 30) Kindi Camp: Dinosaur Detectives (K, p. 32) Mini Camp: Digging for Dinosaurs (PS–PK, p. 32)

American Girl (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Ceramics (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Chess (Grades 1–5, p. 35) Invention Fair (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Kindi Camp: Party in the USA (K, p. 32) Lacrosse (Grades 4–8, p. 36) LEGO WeDo Robotics I (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Masters of Manners (Grades 5–8, p. 16) Math Fanatics (Grades 3-4, p. 40) Merci! Merci! (Grades 3–8, p. 17) Mini Camp: Happy Birthday, America! (PS–PK, p. 32) Movie Makers (Grades 4–8, p. 41) Puzzle Island (Grades 1–3, p. 19) Readiness (Grades 2–5, p. 10) Science Fanatics (Grades 1–3, p. 42) Singing Swift Style (Grades 4–8, p. 28) Skill Sharpener (Grades 1–8, p. 10) Soccer (Grades 4–8, p. 36) Star Wars (Grades 1–3, p. 43) Summer Sampler: Celebrate America (Grades 1–6, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 1–3, p. 37) Top Chef: Just Desserts (Grades 1–3, p. 23) YOUniversity (Grades 1–8, p. 10)

A Dipping Good Time (Grades 4–8, p. 21) Barstow Girls Volleyball Camp (Grades 6–8, p. 34) Basketball: Girls Hoopla (Grades 1–4, p. 35) Ceramics (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Christmas in July (Grades 4–8, p. 14) Cookie, Cake & Cupcake Design (Grades 1–3, p. 22) Crazy Chemistry & Other Matters (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Fairy Tale Ballet: Peter Pan (Grades 1–5, p. 26) Harry Potter (Grades 2–4, p. 16) Just Dance (Grades 4–8, p. 27) Kindi Camp: Cat in the Hat (K, p. 32) LEGO WeDo Robotics II (Grades 1–3, p. 40) LEGOLAND: Adventure (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Lightning Lasers (Grades 3–8, p. 30) Masterpiece Art (Grades 4–8, p. 16) Minecraft Maniacs (Grades 2–5, p. 17) Mini Camp: Seuss on the Loose (PS–PK, p. 32) Mural Masterpieces (Grades 4–8, p. 17) Pokémon Power (Grades 4–6, p. 18) Readiness (Grades 2–5, p. 10) Sew-N-Stitch: Level I (Grades 2–8, p. 19) Skill Sharpener (Grades 1–5, p. 10) Soccer (Grades 1–3, p. 36) Summer Sampler: Summer Spectacular (Grades 1–6, p. 31) Survival Class (Grades 4–8, p. 20) Ultimate Frisbee (Grades 3–8, p. 37) VEX Robotics II (Grades 4–8, p. 43) Wild World of Cooking (Grades 1–3, p. 23) YOUniversity (Grades 1–5, p. 10)

Aviation Adventures (Grades 1–3, p. 38) Beaded Bliss (Grades 4–8, p. 13) Chess (Grades 4–8, p. 35) Divine Interior Design (Grades 4–8, p. 15) Improv Night (Grades 4–8, p. 27) Girl Power (Grades 4–8, p. 36) Kindi Camp: Dinosaur Dectectives (K, p. 32) Magic Tree House Adventures (Grades 1–3, p. 16) Masters of Plaster (Grades 1–3, p. 17) Math Fanatics (Grades 5–6, p. 40) Mini Camp: Digging for Dinosaurs (PS–PK, p. 32) The Next Great Baker (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Pete the Cat and Cool Shoes (Grades 1–3, p. 18) Pinterest Projects (Grades 4–8, p. 18) Pokémon Power (Grades 3–8, p. 18) Project Scientist (Grades 4–8, p. 41) Readiness (Grades 2–5, p. 10) Rock Climbing (Grades 4–8, p. 30) Rocketry (Grades 4–8, p. 42) Sculptured Art (Grades 1–3, p. 19) Sew-N-Stitch: Level II (Grades 2–8, p. 19) Skill Sharpener (Grades 1–5, p. 10) So We Think You Can Dance (Grades 1–3, p. 28) Summer Sampler: Artful Antics (Grades 1–6, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 1–3, p. 37) VEX Robotics III (Grades 4–8, p. 43) The World of Terraria (Grades 2–6, p. 20) YOUniversity (Grades 1–5, p. 10)

Angry Birds Exploration (Grades 1–3, p. 12) The Art of Calligraphy (Grades 3–8, p. 13) Basketball (Grades 1–2, p. 35) Beginners Guitar (Grades 1–3, p. 13) Boys Day Out (Grades 3–8, p. 29) Career Exploration (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Ceramics (Grades 4–8, p. 24) Chess (Grades 4–8, p. 35) Chopped (Grades 4–8, p. 22) Computer Craze (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Flag Football (Grades 4–8, p. 36) Frisbee Golf (Grades 4–8, p. 36) Girls Day Out (Grades 3–8, p. 29) Just Dance (Grades 1–4, p. 27) KC Cupcakes (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Minecraft Maniacs (Grades 5–8, p. 17) Photo Phrenzy (Grades 4–8, p. 41) Spy School (Grades 2–5, p. 42) Strategic Gaming – Historical (Grades 4–8, p. 43) Strat-O-Matic Baseball (Grades 4–8, p. 43) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31)

Adorable Accessories (Grades 4–8, p. 12) Archery (Grades 4–8, p. 34) Babysitting 101 (Grades 4–8, p. 13) Barstow Beauty Salon (Grades 4–8, p. 13) Basketball (Grades 3–5, p. 35) Ceramics (Grades 4–8, p. 14) Chopped (Grades 4–8, p. 22) CO2 Dragsters (Grades 4–8, p. 38) Creative Songwriting (Grades 4–8, p. 26) Glam Squad (Grades 1–3, p. 16) Ice Cream, You Scream! (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Improv Night (Grades 4–8, p. 27) Insectopia (Grades 1–3, p. 39) LEGOLAND: Build Pink (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Magic School Bus Adventures (Grades 1–3, p. 16) Math on Your Menu (Grades 1–3, p. 41) Mural Masterpieces (Grades 1–3, p. 17) Mythology (Grades 4–8, p. 17) Pokémon Power (Grades 2–3, p. 18) Sew-N-Stitch: Level I (Grades 2–8, p. 19) Spy School (Grades 2–5, p. 42) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31) Toy Soldier Historical Gaming (Grades 2–6, p. 20) Wet & Wild (Grades 3–8, p. 31)

Adorable Accessories (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Bake & Take (Grades 1–3, p. 21) Barstow Cheerleading Camp (Grades 1–4, p. 34) Basketball (Grades 1–2, p. 35) Chess (Grades 1–5, p. 35) Creative Writing (Grades 5–8, p. 14) Earthly Herbs & Flowers (Grades 4–8, p. 15) Fashion Deconstruction (Grades 4–8, p. 15) Keyboarding (Grades 3–6, p. 39) LEGOLAND: Superheroes (Grades 1–3, p. 40) Masterpiece Art (Grades 1–3, p. 16) Masters of Plaster (Grades 4–8, p. 17) Math Fanatics: Fantasy Baseball (Grades 4–8, p. 41) Minecraft Maniacs (Grades 5–8, p. 17) Photo Phrenzy (Grades 4–8, p. 41) Pokémon Power (Grades 3–8, p. 18) Project Volcanoes (Grades 4–8, p. 42) Service Sampler: Farm Expo (Grades 4–8, p. 30) Sew-N-Stitch: American Girl (Grades 2–8, p. 19) Shake It Up! (Grades 1–3, p. 28) Shop & Dine (Grades 4–8, p. 30) Space Out (Grades 1–3, p. 42) Spy School (Grades 2–5, p. 42) Summer Acting Intensive (Grades 5–8, p. 28) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31) Team Sports (Grades 4–8, p. 37) Tour of Italy (Grades 2–5, p. 23)

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Week 9 July 24–July 28

* Please refer to catalog listing for full description.

Weeks 6–10 Use the weekly planner to build your child’s camp schedule. Please refer to the catalog listing for the full camp description, including schedule details and pricing.

Don’t Forget We offer Extended Care for campers preschool through grade 8. See p. 4.

Afternoon Camps

All About the Benjamins (Grades 4–8, p. 38) American Girl (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Angry Birds Exploration (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Basketball (Grades 3–5, p. 35) Building an Amusement Park (Grades 4–8, p. 38) Ceramics (Grades 4–8, p. 14) Chopped (Grades 4–8, p. 22) Inflatables (Grades 1–6, p. 36) KC Cupcakes (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Movie Makers (Grades 4–8, p. 41) Pokémon Power (Grades 3–8, p. 18) Project Runway (Grades 4–8, p. 18) Rocketry (Grades 4–8, p. 42) Scrapbooking (Grades 4–8, p. 19) Superhero Actors Unite! (Grades 1–3, p. 28) Swim Club (Grades 1–8, p. 31) Tennis (Grades 1–3, p. 37)

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Morning Camps

The Amazing Race (Grades 4–8, p. 12) Around the World in 5 Days (Grades 1–3, p. 12) Barstow Baseball Camp (Grades 4–8, p. 34) Barstow’s Got Talent (Grades 2–6, p. 26) Ceramics (Grades 1–3, p. 14) Crazy Chemistry & Other Matters (Grades 4–8, p. 39) CSI Barstow (Grades 4–8, p. 39) Horsemanship & Riding (Grades 3–8, p. 29) Inflatables (Grades 1–3, p. 36) Kindi Camp: Kindi Campers (K, p. 32) Knitty Gritty (Grades 4–8, p. 16) Magical Acting with Harry Potter (Grades 4–8, p. 27) Math Fanatics (Grades 1–2, p. 40) Minecraft Maniacs (Grades 2–5, p. 17) Mini Camp: Happy Campers (PS–PK, p. 32) Painting Place (Grades 4–8, p. 17) Pokémon Power (Grades 3–8, p. 18) Summer Sampler: Under the Sea (Grades 1–6, p. 31) Sweets & Treats (Grades 1–3, p. 23) Tennis (Grades 4–8, p. 37)

Last Blast (PK–Grade 8, p. 33)

Full–Day

Kindi Camp: Kindi Campers (K, p. 32) Mini Camp: Happy Campers (PS–PK, p. 32) Paintball (Grades 4–8, p. 30)

Week 10 (Last Blast) July 31–August 4

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ACADEMIC CAMPS

Creative Writing Refer to page 14 in Arts & Hobbies

Linda Collier’s Debate Camp July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 6–8 Learn to debate, not just argue! Veteran debate coaches will guide students through Barstow curriculum featuring instruction in public speaking, cross-examination, research and argumentation. Get a head start on competition and gain advanced academic skills that will serve your student well in the future. Familiarize your student with the issues and the background of the upcoming debate resolution. On Friday, students will practice their debate strategies and techniques during an exciting four-round practice tournament.. . . . . . $300

In Skill Sharpener, students will focus on maintaining and strengthening math and language arts skills during the summer break. The environment will reinforce work and study habits, while encouraging a creative and rewarding atmosphere. Skill Sharpener is designed to help students retain essential skills and information for the upcoming year, as we review all subjects from the previous grade. This camp is for academic maintenance. It is not meant to advance and teach new concepts. Grades 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $700 (six weeks) Grades 6–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500 (four weeks)

YOUniversity

Media Mania

June 12–July 21 . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–5 June 12–July 7. . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 6–8

Readiness June 12–July 21 . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–5 In Readiness, special attention will be given to improving your student’s skills in language arts and math. Your student will focus on study habits, listening, following directions, time management and working independently. The environment is creative, rewarding and geared to enhance school success. Students work one-on-one and in small groups to strengthen concepts in core subject areas, concentrating on math computation skills and reading comprehension. This camp is designed to remediate. . . . . . . $700 (six weeks)

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June 12–July 21 . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–5 June 12–July 7. . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 6–8

Instructor: Linda Collier§‡

Refer to page 17 in Arts & Hobbies

Skill Sharpener

YOUniversity provides an atmosphere to feed your student’s curiosity while giving a sneak peek into the next grade level. This camp focuses on language arts and math skills incorporating other subject areas. The atmosphere encourages students to analyze, evaluate and create. You may want to consider YOUniversity if your will benefit from an advanced program of enrichment in reading and math. This camp is for enrichment. Grades 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $700 (six weeks) Grades 6–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500 (four weeks)

About Academic Camps

reinforce foundational skills to prepare your reate the perfect balance of academics children for the grade level they will enter in the and fun for your child by selecting a fall. Finally, YOUniversity is designed to offer your morning academic camp and adding child a “sneak peek” into the next grade level and an afternoon art, swimming or sports camp. Our provide enrichment activities. popular academic camps are a great way to The curricular emphasis in each of these review, maintain and enhance skills introduced in camps focuses on individual skill development the previous school year. and learning strategies in language arts and At Summer at Barstow, you can select our math. Each camp maintains a low camper-to-staff six-week morning academic camp for your child ratio. The camp will have a teacher as well as a in grades 1–5 or our four-week morning camp for teaching assistant, allowing campers to advance your child in grades 6–8. We offer three levels of at their own pace. Open communication between academic camps for grades 1–5 and two levels of parents and teachers is encouraged. Progress academic camps for grades 6–8. updates will be provided during the Readiness is a great choice if third and sixth week of camp for your child needs to review and grades 1–5 and during the fourth maintain skills learned during Sample Daily week for grades 6–8. the previous school year. Schedule Slikk Sharpener is designed 7:15–9:00 Extended Care Available to provide extra help and

9:00–10:15 Language Arts Block

10:15–10:35 Snack and Recess

10:35–noon Math Block

Noon–12:30 Lunch

12:30–3:30 Afternoon Camp

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3:30–6:00 Extended Care Available

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Abra-kid-abra June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Have you ever wanted to spellbind your friends and family with great magic? With a wave of a wand and the right enchantments, your true magic comes shining through. In camp Abra-kid-abra, campers will create their own wand, learn mystifying sleight of hand tricks and discover the secrets of a great magician. At the end of the week, the young magicians take the spotlight as they perform in a magic show that is sure to amaze both family and friends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

Adorable Accessories July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Be a crafty fashionista! In this camp you will use your design skills to create your own brand of fashion accessories. Join us as we make knotted headbands, felt bows, beaded bracelets and so much more. You will get to select your favorite fabrics, jewels and accents to accessorize and customize your wardrobe. Before you know it, you will be setting trends with flower clips, cheer bows and anything else you can come up with.. . . . . $150 Instructor: April Cremer‡

The Amazing Race June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Campers will travel from country to country competing in various challenges and learning facts

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from each region. Each country brings forth specific challenges that will test campers’ minds, bodies and will to finish. Whether it is solving the great puzzles of Paris or navigating the subways of Berlin, the adventures are endless. The team that finishes the race first wins.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Scott Hornbaker‡

practicing math facts and learning about laws of physics. Wait, there is more fun to be had. Campers will also make their own Angry Bird shirts, create a man-made Angry Bird obstacle course and practice cause and effect skills while playing different versions of the game. Without a doubt, this camp will not leave any campers angry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

American Girl

Instructors: Shane Bartels

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Architecture

Join this camp if you already have your own American Girl doll or if you just want to learn more about American Girl. Campers will spend this week diving into the world of American Girls like Samantha, Kit, Chrissa and Lanie. Campers will read their adventures, play their favorite games and cook their tasty recipes. Bring an American Girl, Magic Attic or other 18-inch doll to camp every day and discover the excitement of American Girl.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Do you find yourself in awe of ancient ruins or modern marvels? Do you look at a city, building or room and ask yourself, “If I were in charge, how would I change this?” In this camp, you are the architect and you call the shots. Campers will study various structures — from history to fantasy, simple to intricate — and become an architect for a week! Draw, paint and construct your way through making your design dreams come to life.. . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Kenneth Van Pelt‡

Instructor: Minnie Beechner‡

Around the World in 5 Days

Angry Birds Exploration

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 24–8. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Ready, aim, fire! Soar into the great world of Angry Birds this summer by mixing fun and energy with learning. In this camp, campers will integrate the Angry Bird game with establishing cause and effect relationships,

Pack your bags! In this camp, campers will have a hands-on opportunity to experience some wonderful culture from select destinations. In just one week, campers will travel the world, exploring different cultures and traditions from all over the globe. Each day, campers will visit a new destination where they will create art, listen to music and stories, taste foods and

play games. What is he best part? You don’t even have to board a plane to embark on this adventure! . . . . $150 Instructors: Jackson Farley‡ and Laura O’Donnell‡

Art 3D June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Everything is bigger and better in 3D. In this camp, you will look at work by master sculptors throughout history and get inspired to create you own three-dimensional artwork. You will use traditional materials such as wood, papier-mâché, Sculpey polymer clay and plaster gauze. You will embellish your art with beads, sparkles, paint and more to make your art come to life.. . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Natalie Brod ‡ §

Art in Nature June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 In this camp, campers will experience art outside of the confines of a classroom. Throughout history, artists have created art on location; now, it is your turn to experience nature and express it artistically. Campers will study the masters and their work and create amazing art to take home. Campers will work outside on drawing boards and easels like a master artist while using charcoal, pastels and ink to turn visions into reality. Once the easel is set and the landscape is in view, the options are endless.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Anderson‡

The Art of Calligraphy July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 Improve your cursive writing and learn new handlettering techniques using a variety of different writing tools, inks and papers. Try your hand at Shakespeare’s quill, Jane Austen’s nib and the Chinese brush. Discover your preferred method and make stunning invitations, elegant cards, lavish letters and a take-home practice book. There is even a magic tree branch and invisible ink.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

ARTventure

Barstow’s Beauty Salon

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . Grades 1–3 (I) June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . Grades 1–3 (II)

July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

If you love painting, collage, sculpture and crafts, this is the camp for you. This camp is jam-packed with projects, and is fast-paced to keep the attention of younger campers. This camp is offered twice over the summer, but we don’t repeat any projects. So if you REALLY love art, take them both.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

Arty Party June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

Ever had dreams of beautifying yourself or one of your friends? Barstow’s Beauty Salon gives campers the opportunity make over themselves and their friends in an atmosphere that mimics a real-world beauty salon and teaches campers the basics of make-up, hair and fashion. At the end of the week, campers will create a runway style finale to show off their makeovers and new styles to both family and other campers. . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

Beaded Bliss July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

Join us for an arty party as we create art that POPS! The movement of pop art focuses on creating fun images from popular culture, so get ready to paint, draw, sculpt, and print your way into the exciting world of pop art. Campers will use bright colors to create artworks of food, name designs, hand prints and more.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Glass beads, wood beads, clay beads and more! Campers will design and make earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings. But it's not just beads; campers will also use wire, hemp, fabric and so much more. Campers will accessorize themselves and make jewelry gifts for others. If you love to shop at Charming Charlie, this camp is for you. . . . . . . . . $150

Instructors: Megan Kempker and Meghan Minardi‡

Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

Babysitting 101

Beginners Guitar

July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Are you in need of extra cash? Becoming a skilled and knowledgable babysitter is a great way to earn extra money. In this camp, campers will prepare themselves to be the babysitter everyone wants. Campers will create their own “bag of tricks” to be used with all age groups. Strategies for emergency situations will be covered by the Summer at Barstow nurse.. . . $150 Instructor: Lauren Montgomery‡

Join Beginners Guitar for a week of music-playing mania. This camp is a great atmosphere for young musicians to learn the fundamentals of the acoustic guitar in a fun, hands-on environment. Throughout the week, campers will practice identifying the parts of the guitar, holding the guitar and pick, and playing the scale and cords. Campers will learn various songs and perform in a recital for parents on Friday. . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

Instructor: Jodi Brown‡ § The Barstow School faculty & coaches Summer at Barstow veteran instructor ‡

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Beginners Piano June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Beethoven, Mozart, Brahms! In this camp, campers will learn to play beginning pieces just like the masters. On Friday, campers will share what they have learned in a recital that parents are welcome to attend. You do not need to have a piano at home to join this camp.. . . . $150 Instructors: Rachel Chase‡ and Melanie Stelting‡

Campin’ Out June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Do you love camping? Campers will have the chance to live a week of camp adventure. Learn to pitch a tent, cook outdoors and more. Join us for a week of campfire stories, hiking, identifying plants and first aid. There are so many beautiful national parks in this country; campers will learn about a few of those magical places where their new skills can be put to the test. Don’t miss out, as one of the days we even travel to Lakeside Nature Center.. . . . . . . . . $165 Instructor: Minnie Beechner‡

Career Exploration July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Do you have big plans for the future? It's never too early to start planning ahead. Come join us for a week of career exploration. Throughout the week, campers will explore a wide range of exciting and thriving career options based on their strengths and interests. Campers will get the chance to meet local role models in the career world. To culminate the week, get ready to go to Science City to see different job possibilities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. . . . . . . . $165 Instructor: Jackson Farley‡

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Ceramics

Clay-Tastic

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

Get your hands dirty and play with clay! Campers will be introduced to many types of construction techniques that have been used in ceramics for centuries. Campers will work with hand-building techniques such as pinch pots, coils and slab. Get an introduction to throwing on the potter’s wheel. Campers will also explore new techniques with glazing. Whether you are an experienced potter or just a beginner, this camp is for you.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

Love Summer at Barstow? Want to become a teaching assistant (TA) one day? Maybe you’re new to the program and want to find out more about becoming a TA. This is the training camp for you. Discuss all the basics of being a TA and put your knowledge into practice. Receive feedback and guidance throughout the experience. This is a great opportunity to better understand the position of a TA... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $180

Instructors: Katie Anderson‡ and Kalli Lempka‡

Crafty Kickers

Christmas in July July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

You'll be amazed what we can make with polymer clay. Campers will learn the techniquesand sculpt whatever interests them, including Pokémon figurines, fairy keychains or intricate keep-sake boxes. Your imagination is the only limitation in this camp.. . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

Counselor-in-Training (CIT) June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 8–9

Instructor: Lauren Montgomery‡

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Create Your Own Myth

I know what you are thinking…Christmas during the summer? Well, trust me, you will not be disappointed in this weeklong flash forward to Christmas 2017. You will learn how to knit an entire scarf (or maybe even two) in one week by using a loom. This is the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill while also making a new gift for friends or family. If you enjoy holiday movies, hot chocolate and maybe even a little competition, then come hang out in the North Pole for a week this summer.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

Instructor: Kilee Nolen‡

Creative Writing

Have you ever wondered how Hercules got his powers or why Zeus is the king of the Greek gods? Come find out the answer to these questions and more in a week-long study of mythology. The first few days will be spent foraging through myths to find what interests each camper. Campers will then take those ideas and create their own epic story!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Kilee Nolen‡

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–8 Take a break from the mundane and search for your inner muse in this creative writing course designed to explore various types of writing from free verse poetry to dramatic

monologues. Using artwork, everyday experiences and other texts for inspiration, campers will write a variety of pieces to put into a collection. Each camper will also compete in word games and have the opportunity to use their artistic skills to modify our alphabet system. Authors, poets, cartoonists, future reporters and all other kinds of writers are invited to join this camp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

lip balm and more. Campers will learn how to emulsify water and oil and customize their own fragrance combination. Explore the world of herbs and dried flowers, from handmade beauty products to delicious salad dressing to elegant art projects. Get ready to construct your own packaging for your designer products.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Megan Hickman‡

Instructor: Carrie Weber‡

Divine Interior Design

Fabric Art

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

What if you could design your dream bedroom on a dream budget? In this camp, you will get to design your own floor plan, and design it with fabric swatches and floor coverings. Like any interior designer, you will sketch your floor plan first and then bring it to life with a variety of materials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Lauren McKiddy‡ and Tayler Ramsey‡

Can you create fabric art without sewing? YES! Campers will use some ancient and traditional techniques, but all with a modern twist, to create three very different pieces of art. They will make a framed batik (wax resist dyed fabric picture), an applique wall hanging and a piece of 3-D fabric art. Campers' creativity will shine as they choose from a wide variety of fabric textures, colors, and patterns and embellishments like beads, sparkles and yarn for their artwork. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Dog Town

Instructor: Natalie Brod§‡

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Fashion Deconstruction

Do you love dogs or just want to know more about them? Then sign up for this camp all about dogs. Campers will explore the different breeds of dogs, interesting facts about dogs and the process of adopting a dog. Campers will also get to make doggie treats, clothing, toys and even visit police and service dogs. By the end of this camp, campers are sure to impress family and friends with all their knowledge about dogs. On Friday, get ready for a puppy parade. Parents are invited to bring the family dog to campus for a parade in our circle.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Jackson Farley‡ and Sarah Holland

Earthly Herbs & Flowers July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Join us for a week of the ultimate organic design experience. Campers will become a scent scientist and create the perfect hand lotion, herbal salve, beeswax § The Barstow School faculty & coaches Summer at Barstow veteran instructor ‡

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 We will take old, ill-fitting or outdated fashion items and reconstruct them to make new pieces for our fashionforward wardrobe. We'll make skirts, tanks, scarves, bags, dresses and more — all totally wearable and totally fashionable!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

Funky Beauty June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 In this camp, we will try out funky manicures (tie-dyed fingernails? Awesome!), explore the art of henna, experiment with hair-wrapping (feathers, beads, string) and so much more. Don’t worry parents, nothing is permanent.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

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Friday, we will bring out the “Designer in You,” where campers will be able to embellish everyday objects with personal flair.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $165 Instructor: Lauren McKiddy‡

Glam Squad July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Ready, Set, GLAM! “Glampers” will spend the week pampering themselves with manicures, homemade facials, yoga and more fabulous fun. Our manicures won’t be the only things that sparkle. Glampers know how to let their inner beauty shine, too. If you want to treat yourself to a relaxing week with some glamorous girls, this is the camp for you. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Kelsey Brown‡

Harry Potter

Knitty Gritty June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Join us for an exciting week of exploring the art of knitting. You will learn the skills you need to knit a fashionable scarf or headband. You could make a colorful washcloth or a trendy hat. You will get down to the knitty-gritty basics and make some items to take home. Come see that knitting is easy and fun to do. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Courtney Hill‡

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–4 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–4

Love Your Body

Have you been “bewitched” by all the Harry Potter movies? Now campers can enter the magical world of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for a week. Read from the story, create a replica of your favorite character’s wooden wand, and make a wand box for storage. Campers will also play games and have a “Harry Potter Day” party. Join the fun and find out what Harry’s world is really like.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

Summer is the perfect time to relax and pamper yourself after a long school year. Take some time to relax for a week and enjoy yourself. During our time together, campers will focus on how we keep our bodies and minds healthy and happy through crafts, yoga, journal writing and, of course, snacks. Join us to take some time to recharge and relax while learning how to take care of your body and mind in fun ways.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Megan Kempker and Kenneth Van Pelt‡

I Want it All!

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

Instructor: Kilee Nolen‡

Magic School Bus Adventure

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Do you feel crafty one day and then find yourself in a culinary mood the next? If you love to do varying activities throughout the week, then this is the camp for you. Monday and Tuesday will be “All About Chic,” where campers will get to create projects such as decorating aprons and upcycling old clothes. Wednesday and Thursday, we’ll put on our freshly made chef hat and get cooking in the kitchen and tour Chips Chocolate Factory at Crown Center. On

Put your seatbelts on and join Miss Frizzle’s class on a ride on the Magic School Bus! Each day, campers will dive into a different Magic School Bus book. Get ready to explore with hands-on science projects including: On the Ocean Floor, Exploring Rainbows and Light, In the World of Bugs, Lost in the Solar System and more. If you love the Magic School Bus books, then this camp is for you.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

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Magic Tree House Adventure July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 When you open a Magic Tree House book, you step into a world of adventure. In this camp, campers will join Jack and Annie on their many travels bringing the books to life through arts, crafts, cooking, projects, music and more. Campers read A Crazy Day with Cobras, Ghost Town at Sundown, Lions at Lunchtime, Summer of the Sea Serpent and more. Join the Magic Tree House craze.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Rachel Chase‡

Masterpiece Art July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Cancel your trip to Paris! No need to go to the Louvre to see famous art. You will become a famous artist in this camp. Each day, campers will study an artist, learn his or her unique style, recreate their own paintings and compare them to the original. Campers will learn about Impressionism, Pointillism and Cubism. Travel back in time and discover the art of Cezanne, Matisse and others.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructors: Katie Anderson‡ and Kenneth Van Pelt‡

Masters of Manners July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 5–8 “Please?” “Thank you.” “How are you today?” Sometimes simple manners are overlooked. Campers will receive instruction on formal etiquette (such as that expected for cotillion), appropriate situations (fine dining, school dance, even classroom behavior) and an overview of how our manners must change as we grow into respectable young adults.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

Instructors: Rachel Chase‡ and Molly Schard‡

Masters of Plaster

Minecraft Maniacs

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–5 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–5 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–5 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–5 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–5

Have you ever wanted to make a plaster cast of your face? Campers will use plaster, plaster gauze and even balloons to make amazing casts. Campers will also learn about artists who use plaster to create their art. All finished art, including a face mask, puppet, sculpture and more, will be embellished with paint, sparkles, feathers and many other artistic materials. Prepare for messy and creative fun.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Natalie Brod§‡

Media Mania June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . . Grades 6-9 Interested in writing news features, working behind a radio microphone or appearing on television? This camp offers a wide array of exciting experiences within the fascinating world of media. Each morning, campers will create original content—from blog posts to public service announcements—while sharpening their writing skills. Then, campers will leave campus each afternoon to learn from professionals at different media outlets around the city about what it takes to succeed in having their voice heard. Campers will complete camp with a compilation of their work from throughout the week. Media Mania is the perfect first step to launching your career in media.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $300

Whether your camper is trying out the world of Minecraft gaming for the first time or is well versed in eluding Creepers and other mobs, this camp will be a fun time in the sandbox. Campers will be put into teams that will have daily challenges and rewards to be earned both in creative and survival mode, all of which will lead up to a grand tournament on Friday where teams will compete for the glory of it all! BOOM!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130 Instructor: Minnie Beechner‡

Mosaics June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 In this camp, campers will learn about the ancient and international design of mosaics. Using ceramic tiles and glass stones, campers will create their own unique patterns to decorate a coaster, frame, stepping stone and more. Have a blast putting your tiles and stones into perfect patterns.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

Instructor: Natalie Brod§‡

Merci! Merci!

Movie Makers

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 Join French speaking former art teacher at Académie Lafayette and current owner of Maison Aberdeen for très chic week. Each day we will learn about the Francophone culture and practice French through songs, games and creative projects based on famous French artists using a variety of classique materials. Fantastique! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Jodi Brown‡

§ The Barstow School faculty & coaches Summer at Barstow veteran instructor ‡

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Mural Masterpieces July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Do you love learning about, looking at and making art? Campers will study master painters and contemporary artists as they create their own murals using oversized boards, canvas and billboards to create larger-than-life works of art. Get ready to work collaboratively, individually and innovatively.

Prepare to get messy and enlarge your artistic skills.. $150 Instructors: Katie Huppe‡ and Jennifer Short‡

Mythology July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 We’re all familiar with the stories of Hercules, Perseus and the Minotaur. But do you know the legend of the Oni, Kirin or the Romanian Moroi? Learn about world mythology and see how some creatures of legend seem to be found throughout many cultures. There’s a reason these tales from thousands of years ago are still told. Will you take the challenge and learn why? . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

Painting Place July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 In this camp, we will work with acrylic paint and watercolors. Campers will learn to mix their own colors, stretch a canvas and experiment with fresco painting. Campers will paint on wood, canvas, fabric and glass, and complete pieces of art to take home. Bring your imagination — and a paint shirt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

Party Planners June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 If you love to decorate, cook and plan parties, then welcome to Party Planners central. Campers will spend the week preparing for a Friday function. Choose a wedding, birthday or charity event. Campers will select a theme, decide on décor, design invitations or a menu, create centerpieces, prepare the food and more. On Friday, they will see the whole plan come together and enjoy the party with other campers.. . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Kelsey Brown‡

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Pete the Cat and Cool Shoes July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Enjoy this fun camp reading about Pete the Cat from the wonderful book series. You will have a meow of a time reading, making some cool crafts and even eating some yummy cat snacks. So step right in and enjoy Pete the Cat... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Laura O’Donnell‡

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Pinterest Projects July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 There are so many neat projects on Pinterest. Come learn how to make wood signs using chalk paint, make your own accessories, learn calligraphy and more. After this camp you will be able to say, “Pin there, done that!” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: April Cremer‡

Pokémon Power Camp June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–3 June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–6 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–6 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 Come join us in the exciting experience of learning more about the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Campers will learn the basics of the game, build on existing knowledge, and learn the art of deck building, gaming strategy and what constitutes fair trading. Throughout the week, campers will have the opportunity to play

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with their classmates, earn extra cards, compete in a camp tournament and create awesome Pokémon projects like building a hat from Pokémon cards. This game is a social time for engaging in friendly play that promotes math and reading skills.. . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Cora Martin‡

Pop Art June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Don’t miss the bright colors and bold style of Pop Art. In this camp, campers will study the Pop Art movement and great artists such as Claes Oldenburg (NelsonAtkins Shuttlecocks) and Andy Warhol. Campers will choose a subject and then create it in larger-than-life proportions with papier-mâché. They will also create a painting in the Pop Art style. Prepare to be messy and go big.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Natalie Brod§‡

Print-A-Palooza June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Explore the phenomenal world of printmaking. From designing and screen-printing their own t-shirts, to reenvisioning found objects for large scale collagraphs, to exploring the beauty of monoprinting from nature, campers will explore multiple printing techniques that are sure to wow and inspire while deepening their understanding of this form of art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Jennifer Short‡

Project Runway June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 In this camp, we will compete in fashion challenges, just like on the TV show. Campers might be asked to design a party dress out of paper plates or an updated wedding gown using outdated lace. Campers will construct their designs in teams on dress forms and take pictures for their individual portfolios to take home at the end of the week. We will also design and

construct accessories to take home. Oh, and don't worry... in this camp, no one is “out!”. . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructors: Katie Huppe‡

Puzzle Island July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Do you ever feel like summer just flies by? If you like to slow it down a little with a relaxing week, then this camp is for you. We will spend our week getting lost in an island of jigsaw puzzles. There will be a variety to choose from, including challenging 3D puzzles to push yourself. Come relax with us on Puzzle Island. . . . $150 Instructor: Kilee Nolen‡

Recycle & Redesign June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 From bottles to piggy banks, from toilet paper rolls to phone stands, Recycle & Redesign will turn your recycling drab to FAB! We will even turn that favorite shirt that no longer fits into a stylish tote. The opportunities are truly endless. Come join the fun.. . $150

Sculptured Art July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Have you visited the Kansas City Sculpture Park? Are you amazed by the giant badminton shuttlecocks on the lawn? Campers will mold, carve, stamp, squish, pull, push, hammer, paint, wrap and roll their very own sculptures. Campers will have fun as they make all three dimensions come alive. Campers will carve soap, wrap wire, build with polymer clay and more. Bring your imagination to create art in real space.. . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Tayler Ramsey‡

Sew you want to be a seamstress? It’s sew easy. You’ll have a blast dressing your American Girl doll in the clothes that you made just for her. Dress up or skirt around, her sleeping will be in the bag — sew cute your American Girl will look in her PJs with a tag. No experience necessary.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $185 Instructor: Lorrie Wood‡

July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–8

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June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–8

Scrapbooking

Instructor: Michelle McDaniel‡

Shabby to Chic Furniture

Sew-N-Stitch: American Girl Camp

Instructor: Katie Anderson‡

Sew-N-Stitch: Level I

Feeling scrappy? Join Summer at Barstow in a scrapbooking camp sure to bring your memories to life. Explore new and exciting ways to share and treasure your memories including scrapbooks made out of flip flops, coasters and CD holders. You will also create a traditional scrapbook using various art techniques. By the end of the week, your scrapbooks will be your own personal work of art as well as preserve your memories for generations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160

Instructor: Lorrie Wood‡

Are you a DIYer? Do you see a piece of junk and envision its amazing potential? In this camp, we will visit thrift stores to find some junk and add our own spunk. From mod podge to chalk paint, campers will have the opportunity to display their creativity. Come and join us as we search for the perfect piece to bring back to life.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Tayler Ramsey‡

July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

bag will surely be used multiple times. Straight-line sewing skills and previous sewing experience required. . . . . $185

Sew you want to be a seamstress? It’s sew easy. Learn how to use a sewing machine to create projects like skirts with trim and a headband, a zipper owl pouch, a pillow with fluff and a tote for your stuff. What fun you'll have when you stitch and sew. No experience necessary.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $185 Instructor: Lorrie Wood‡

Sew-N-Stitch: Level II July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–8 If you can sew a pretty good straight line and can pin projects correctly, and you have good cutting skills and have made at least five projects, then you are an Intermediate. Sew your hot iron cover and pj shorts with beautiful straight lines. Your scrappy pillow and make-up

Shopkins Spectacular June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Are you as crazy about Shopkins as we are? Sign up for Shopkin Spectacular and join us for a week of creating our very own Shopkins crafts, playing Shopkins games, and finishing with a special Shopkins scavenger hunt. We will even create a Shopkins photobooth. Creativity and love for Shopkins is must for this camp, especially when it is time for each camper to design and create his or her own personal Shopkin. Campers are welcome to bring their Shopkins from home.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 Instructor: Lauren Montgomery‡

Spanish in Cinco Dias June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Bienvenidos to Spanish in Cinco Días! Are you creative? Do you love languages? Are you interested in comida, canciones and cultura – food, songs and culture? Do you want to learn how to make your own piñata? Campers will learn all about the Spanish language while exploring art, movies, food, games and songs from countries like Spain, Costa Rica and Mexico. At the end of the week, we’ll have a fabuloso Friday fiesta.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Jessica Parra

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fascinating dioramas and learn about famous battles and leaders from World War II. Learn to play historical scenarios with your new collection of toy soldiers.. . . $150

your favorite colors, patterns, designs and styles while creating wearable art.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Lauren McKiddy‡

Instructor: Kenneth Van Pelt‡

Survival Camp July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Ever wondered what it would be like to be stranded on a desert island? Think you’d survive? Take this camp and find out. We will stage different situations where campers have to forage for food, build shelter, make fire and creatively problem-solve whatever comes our way.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Toy Soldier Historical Gaming: Early American History June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–6

The World of Terraria June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–6 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–6 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–6

Do you love history? Have you ever wondered what it was like for our country’s leaders long ago? Step into history with this look at the hobby of toy soldier collecting. You will get to collect and paint a selection of early American historical miniatures, set these toy soldiers up in fascinating dioramas and learn about famous battles and leaders from the Revolutionary War and the American Civil War. Learn to play historical scenarios with your new collection of toy soldiers.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

The very world is at your fingertips as you fight for survival, fortune and glory. Delve deep into cavernous expanses, seek out ever-greater foes to test your mettle in combat, or construct your own city — in the World of Terraria, the choice is yours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160

In this camp, we learn how to use make-up to dramatically change ourselves. We’ll make ourselves stage-ready, old and wrinkled, and even a little beat up. We’ll transform ourselves into realistic looking animals, Disney characters and more.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Kenneth Van Pelt‡

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–6

Instructor: Jackson Farley‡

Theatrical Make-Up June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

Theatrical Make-Up: Zombies June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 If you love to shock your friends, this is the camp for you! We transform ourselves and other campers into zombies, monsters and victims. We learn some realistic techniques like aging and injuries, and less realistic techniques like zombie skin. It’s fun… and creepy.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Katie Huppe‡

Toy Soldier Historical Gaming June 10-14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–6 Have you ever wondered what our country’s leaders experienced during World War II? Join us for a week of looking into the hobby of toy soldier collecting. You will collect and paint a selection of modern American historical miniatures, set these toy soldiers up in

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Toy Soldier Historical Gaming: Swords & Sandals Have you ever wondered about soldiers in the ancient era? Join us for a week of looking into the hobby of toy soldier collecting. You will collect and paint a selection of ancient Greek and Spartan historical miniatures, set these toy soldiers up in fascinating dioramas and learn about famous battles and leaders from antiquity. Learn to play historical scenarios with your new collection of toy soldiers.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Joe Keegan‡

Zoo Camp Roar! Hiss! These are a few of the sounds campers will soon be hearing at Zoo Camp. Campers will visit the Kansas City Zoo twice during this fun-filled camp while incorporating reading, writing and art skills in the classroom. If you love all animals from alligators to zebras, this camp is for you. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $185 Instructor: Laura O’Donnell‡

Instructor: Kenneth Van Pelt‡

Wearable Art June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Do you want to add some pizazz to your wardrobe? In this camp, campers will become walking works of art. Create trendy clothing and accessories that display your creativity and personal style. Campers will learn techniques that they can use for years to come. Imagine art that you can wear, including tie-dye, jewelry, headbands, flip flops and much more. Choose

COOKING CAMPS

A Dipping Good Time

Bake & Take

Barstow’s Farmers’ Market

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

In this camp, we’ll learn how to make all varieties of dips from cold to hot, healthy to indulgent, and everything in between. Learn how to make the classics including guacamole and salsa, but also out-of-the box options like brownie batter dip and cowboy caviar. We’ll even break out the slow-cooker for some warm spinach and artichoke dip, cheesy corn dip and buffalo chicken dip. Don’t miss a dipping good time! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Lauren McKiddy‡ and Shayla Smith‡

Aprons & Appetizers June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Learning to cook is one thing, but doing it while looking good is another. Learn to sew your own apron while cooking delicious appetizers including salsa, pizza bites and more. Not only will you leave with an original apron, but you will also have your very own recipe book to take home. Come enjoy all the fun as you learn everything from aprons to appetizers!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Are you ready to impress your friends and family with scrumptious homemade treats? If you wish you could recreate some of the goodies from your favorite bakery or baking show, then join us for a week of baking at its best in the Barstow bakery. We will learn the fundamentals of baking from scratch while creating many delicious goodies. Try your hand at homemade cinnamon rolls, cake pops, truffles, s'more bars, tie-dye cupcakes, caramel corn, poke cake, fruit cookies, whoopie pies and much more. Each day you will have the opportunity to sample our creations and you will go home with treats to share. At the end of the week, you will even have your very own Bake & Take cookbook, so you can recreate your favorite recipes at home. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Emily Flynn‡

In this camp, campers will grow, harvest, package and sell their produce from the Barstow garden. On Friday, the Barstow Farmers Market will open to sell freshly grown produce for all. Come learn to make salsa, hummus and pico de gallo paired with freshly grown carrots, snap peas and lettuce. Yum!. . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Sarah Holmes§‡

Breakfast Bunch June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Does it smell any better than this!? Come and enjoy making and eating some yummy breakfast items. You will have a blast smelling the syrup while you make aprons, crafts and menu books. Of course eating will be involved, so pull out your spatula and get ready for some breakfast!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Laura O’Donnell‡

Instructor: April Cremer‡

§ The Barstow School faculty & coaches Summer at Barstow veteran instructor ‡

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July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Junior chefs have a chance to call on their culinary skills as they face off against one another to prepare delicious meals. The catch? In each round, they have to use all the ingredients provided to them, however unlikely they might be. A panel tastes and judges each creation, but have no fear – no one will be “chopped” in this camp meant to boost culinary creativity and confidence.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: April Cremer‡ and Sarah Holland

Cook, Blog, Photog June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–9 Food blogging is taking the culinary world by storm, and you can be a part of it. See what it’s like to create a food blog post from start to finish. Start off by brainstorming a recipe idea; from there, campers will create the recipe, cook it and learn some tips and tricks on how to style the food so that it looks picture perfect. Of course, once their dish is camera ready, the next step is to photograph it. We’ll learn what angles work best and how you can position food in the best light possible to get that perfect shot. The last piece of the process is the story. Each camper will have a chance to write about the food and pictures created throughout the week before their posts go live. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Cookie, Cake & Cupcake Design June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 If you love to bake and decorate perfect pastries, then Cookie, Cake and Cupcake Design is perfect for you. Campers will be learning how to use many professional decorating tools and tasty toppings to turn ordinary desserts into edible masterpieces. Be prepared to create and decorate many yummy treats and to go home with enough dessert for the whole family each day of camp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Megan Hickman‡

Farm to Table June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 What better way to learn about food and cooking than to go straight to the source? Learn from local farmers how the food we eat goes from their farm to our dinner tables. Your camper’s week will start off with a day trip to the berry farm where they can pick raspberries, blueberries and blackberries. The next day, we’ll head back to the kitchen where the campers can create their own culinary masterpiece with their goodies. Later in the week, we will make our way to the local Farmer’s Market where campers talk to farmers about how they grow their produce and learn all about locally sourced food. Campers will pick out ingredients the next day which we’ll use to create a four-course meal for the class. At the end of the week, campers will impress their family and friends with the knowledge they gained learning about local agriculture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $165 Instructor: Megan Kempker

Instructor: Carrie Carpenter

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Ice Cream, You Scream!

The Next Great Baker

Tour of Italy

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–5 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–5

Ice cream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream (and many other frozen delights)! This camp is a must-take summer camp full of ice cream trivia, ice cream tasting, homemade ice cream and a field trip to a local frozen dessert shop. Campers will make frozen goodies throughout the week, but don’t expect many to come home. There will also be ice cream projects and experiments. So while everyone else is sitting in the heat of summer, come on over and enjoy a cold, yummy treat.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $165

Start the week by gathering inspiration, brainstorming and designing your own multi-tiered cake. Stuff each layer with your choice of fillings, and then top off the cake with chocolate shavings, fondant designs, sprinkles and other delicious decorations. At the end of the week, judges will award teams for most creative, most elaborate design and more. The competition is sure to produce sweet results. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Sweets & Treats

What’s everyone’s favorite cuisine? Italian, of course! Campers will explore regional cuisine from all over Italy and learn about how and when the very first pizza was created in Naples, Italy. Campers will create pasta dishes from scratch, beginning with fresh pasta noodles and homemade sauces like pesto, marinara, and creamy alfredo. Campers will also create our all-time favorite Italian sweet treat... gelato. The week will end with a pizza party with pizzas created by the campers. Campers will make the pizza dough from scratch, then get creative by coming up with their own perfect pizza pie with toppings from our pizza bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Instructor: Megan Kempker

Instructor: Meghan Minardi‡ and Carrie Weber‡

Instructors: Jackson Farley‡ and Barstow Summer Staff

Kansas City Cupcakes June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 What if you could create your very own cupcake recipe? In Kansas City Cupcakes, explore making some of Kansas City’s best cupcake recipes. Not only will you get to try recipes such as mint cookies and cream and blueberry cheesecake but you’ll get to explore interesting new cupcake flavors such as french toast and bacon and banana split. You’ll even get to experiment with some of your own special flavors and fillings. Find some inspiration from the professionals when we visit a local bakery for a tour and tips on making the most delicious frosting.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130 Instructor: Megan Hickman‡

Mouse & a Cookie June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Enjoy these wonderful Laura Numeroff books while making and eating some yummy cookies. We will dive into the stories while creating crafts and making some amazing cookies. Don't let the Mouse be the only one eating these yummy cookies. Come join us this summer!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

If you didn't have a sweet tooth BEFORE this camp, you sure will after. Who needs store-bought candy when you can learn how to make your own? We will make multiple sweet treats every day — pop rocks, taffy, peanut butter cups and more — and package them up to send home... that is, if we don't eat them all first!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Jackson Farley‡

Top Chef: Just Desserts June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Wild World of Cooking July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Grab your passports and let’s fly through this cooking camp. Tourists will learn about countries, make personalized passports and recipe books, and head into the kitchen. We will visit Greece, Mexico, America and other fun countries. Don’t be afraid to try some new, interesting and tasty treats from faraway lands.. . . . . $150 Instructor: Lauren McKiddy‡

Ready to find the baker in you? Campers will create scrumptious summer treats and participate in fun food crafts. Not only will campers bake delicious desserts, but they will look the part as well in their personalized baking gear. Don't worry, campers will never hear the words, "Please pack your tools and go," because there are no elimination challenges here. We hope you and your family both have a sweet tooth, because you will never leave this camp empty-handed. We look forward to seeing you join the ranks of Top Chef.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: Carrie Carpenter, Jackson Farley‡ and Meghan Minardi‡

Instructor: Laura O’Donnell‡ § The Barstow School faculty & coaches Summer at Barstow veteran instructor ‡

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THE ART OF CALLIGRAPHY • FASHION DECONSTRUCTION

MASTERS OF MANNERS • MERCI! MERCI!

PETE THE CAT AND COOL SHOES

SHABBY TO CHIC FURNITURE TOY SOLDIER HISTORIAL GAMING: SWORDS AND SANDALS

BREAKFAST BUNCH • SUMMER ACTING INTENSIVE

BARSTOW BROADWAY: 101 DALMATIANS

BARSTOW BROADWAY: CINDERELLA MAGICAL ACTING WITH HARRY POTTER JUST DANCE • USE YOUR IMAGINATION

THE CRITICS GIVE IT 5 STARS! BARSTOW BREAKOUT SQUAD • SHOP & DINE

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SURVIVING KC • GYMNASTICS • ARCHAEOLOGY

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BTVN JR • KEYBOARDING STAR TREK: THE FINAL FRONTIER STRAT-O-MATIC BASEBALL • BEADED BLISS • CLAY-TASTIC

DANCE & THEATRE CAMPS

Barstow Broadway: Disney’s 101 Dalmatians

Barstow’s Got Talent

The Critics Give it 5 Stars!

July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–6

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–8

No need to travel to Los Angeles, New York City or Chicago. Let this be the camp that starts you on your path to fame and fortune. Come join the fun as campers sing, dance, juggle or bring their own special skills on stage in front of an audience and become a superstar. Campers will find their own style and select the perfect song to perform. Get ready to jump on the stage for Friday’s performance as campers show the crowd that Summer at Barstow truly is the camp that has talent.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Here’s your chance to become a movie critic. Learn about different parts of the movies and how they can change the way we see the movie. We will learn about lighting, soundtracks, camera movement and more. During the week, we will watch five movies, learning to appreciate and critique them like professional movie critics. We will then write up our critique of the movie to share. Come to see movies, leave knowing what made those movies so good.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Singing and dancing dalmatians are taking over the Barstow Broadway stage. Enjoy a fur-raising musical adventure with fellow actors as we put a stop to the antics of Cruella de Vil and her henchmen. Don't let her frighten you, though; because with the help of our human friends Roger and Anita, and our dalmatian parents Pongo and Perdita, all 101 dalmatians will come out on top for our special end-of-the-week musical performance. Get those paws moving at full speed for a tail-wagging good time with Barstow Broadway's 101 Dalmatians.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Emali Price‡

Barstow Broadway: Disney’s Cinderella June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–6 A dream is a wish your heart makes. At Barstow Broadway, our heart is wishing for you to experience the magical fun of Disney's Cinderella KIDS, the musical. In this classic rags-to-riches story, we will see Cinderella leave behind a life of mistreatment in exchange for the love of a prince. From singing and dancing mice, to a stepmother and stepsisters who are up to no good, the ever-important king, a fairy godmother, the midnight hour, and even a missing glass slipper, this musical is going to be a bippity-boppity-boo of a good time. I just know that we can do it, we can do it, in time for an amazing performance on Friday.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Joe Keegan‡

Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

Creative Songwriting July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Calling all singers, instrumentalists and music lovers! Ever thought about writing your own original song? Whether you prefer to perform solo or in a group, with instruments, or just can't get enough of music and singing, this camp is right up your alley. Have a fear of performing? No problem. In this camp, we will work together to find which performing style you feel most comfortable with, as campers spend the week writing their own creative song lyrics, music or both. At the end of the week, we will cheer on the campers as they perform their own hit song.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Fairy Tale Ballet Camp Sleeping Beauty June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–5 Peter Pan July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–5 Calling all Princes and Princesses. Learn about the art of classical ballet through timeless fairy tales. Campers will learn the story of some of the most loved full-length ballets including the story, choreography and music. Campers will get to become the characters. There will be a performance on Friday for a live audience to showcase what the campers have learned.. . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Molly Vaeth‡

Instructors: Jessica McGovern‡ and Alyssa Passmore‡

Instructor: Emali Price‡

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Future Stars of the Stage June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–4 If you a future star of the stage, then come join in the theatrical fun with bright lights, colorful costumes, interesting props, funny stories and new friends. This camp for beginning actors will help build confidence in front of an audience, introduce basic scene work and theatre vocabulary, encourage partner and group collaboration and much more. As a future star of the stage, campers will help create a brand new story complete with their own unique characters and costumes, work with fellow actors to design a background and have their moment in the spotlight. We’ll have a special end-of-the-week showcase for family so that we can show off all of our new acting skills.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Emali Price‡

Improv Night July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Have you ever wanted to try your hand at something spontaneous, challenging and downright fun? Campers will learn the rules to short-form improv, developing their physical and cerebral funny side to create a memorable showcase by Friday. This camp is a great place to broaden your stage skills and add new tools to your theatre repertoire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Minnie Beechner‡

Just Dance July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–4 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Calling all campers interested in learning more about dance. Just Dance is a dance camp that allows for girls to showcase their inner dancer. This camp is an introduction to basic dance, including stretching, leaps, turns, jumps and kicks, along with strength and flexibility, structured movement, motor skills and basic dance steps. Dancers will learn a jazz dance that is fun and energetic. The campers will spend a week learning a dance routine and will perform their dance in front of § The Barstow School faculty & coaches Summer at Barstow veteran instructor ‡

an audience at the end of the week.. . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: Lindsay Bray‡

Kristi Mitchell’s Peformance Workshop: Disney Spectacular

a brand new short play with spotlights just waiting to shine on you. Create a script while learning about comedy, tragedy, improvisation, monologues and much more. Each camper will make his or her very own character and find the perfect costume for themselves. Don't forget the props and colorful backgrounds that we'll put together.. . . . . $150 Instructor: Emali Price‡

May 30-June 2. . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . . Grades 2–7 Have a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious time When You Wish Upon a Star and make your dreams come true.... Disney style! Take to the stage to improve your singing, dancing and acting skills in a fun-filled and fast-paced workshop performing some of the greatest Walt Disney classics of all time. Ms. Mitchell will be joined by other teaching specialists and performers as we learn more about the world of musical theatre both on stage and behind the scenes. Disney Spectacular will have a performance for friends and family on the last day. Zip-adee-doo-dah! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $300

Pop Stars June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Magical Acting with Harry Potter

Are you destined to be a pop star? Would you love to take the stage with a group of your peers singing and dancing to your favorite songs? Spend the week movin’ and groovin’ to some of the most popular tunes on the radio! In this camp, you will explore many styles of music and select the ones that suit you best. Campers will learn the lyrics and professionally choreographed dance moves for up to four separate and unique routines. All routines were designed just for this camp. To top off this jam-packed week, campers will take center stage for a show-stopping, toe-tapping performance for family and friends on Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

Instructor: Lesleigh Cetinguc‡

Instructor: Kristi Mitchell§‡

We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! We have so many wonderful adventures awaiting us, from classes in Transfiguration, Defense Against the Dark Arts, and even Muggle Studies; to learning how to play Quidditch, send owl mail, and even creating our very own potions to take home in Professor Snape's class. We'll become fantastic wizard and witch actors by the end of the week. I bet they'll even put our faces on chocolate frog cards. The Hogwarts Express is set to leave this summer, full of students who solemnly swear that they are up to... fun. See you at platform 93⁄4!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Emali Price‡

Make a Scene June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 We have costumes, blank scripts, an empty stage and art supplies, so what could we possibly be missing? Creative actors! Come work with friends old and new as we develop

Pop Stars Sr June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 New this year: Pop Stars SENIOR! Prior experience in a Barstow performance camp is required. Your prior experience on Barstow’s stage will help you shine in this camp. We’ll have all of the fun elements of the original Pop Stars camp, including show-stopping numbers and the popular end-of-the-week showcase for your family and friends. However, this camp will be ramped up a notch for our seasoned Pop Stars veterans who are ready to take their quest for stardom to the next level. Campers will learn up to 4 routines that are jam-packed with specialized choreography created just for this camp. Bring your dancin’ shoes and join us for Pop Stars Sr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Lesleigh Cetinguc‡

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DANCE & THEATRE

continued. . . . Shake It Up!

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Do you have dreams of dancing on television like CeCe Jones and Raquel “Rocky” Blue? They are living their dream in Chicago, but you can experience the fun of Shake It Up right here at Summer at Barstow. Campers will dance to the songs of the popular show and learn some of the famous dance steps. There will be a performance on Friday, and you will sh-sh-sh-shake it up!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

Singing Swift Style July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 This camp is “Taylor”-made for all Swifties out there. Sing and dance to the songs of the award-winning female entertainer of the year, Taylor Swift. Featured songs will include “Welcome to New York,” “Shake It Off,” “Blank Space,” “Love Story,” “Fifteen,” “Sparks Fly” and more! Of course, we will perform live in concert on Friday.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

So We Think You Can Dance

Summer Acting Intensive July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–8 Do you dream of being an actor when you grow up? Then come join us at Barstow's Summer Acting Intensive, a fiveday training ground where you will learn how to create a resumé, audition for plays and musicals, explore theatre vocabulary, shine through monologue and scene work, and laugh as we try out different characters and much more. Join friends old and new as we take the stage by storm as the curtain rises.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Emali Price‡

Superhero Actors Unite! July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–4 Oh no, Batman! The villains are on the loose! Whatever will we do? Why, team up with our fellow Superhero Actors, of course. Come save the day from evils unknown with superheros of all shapes and sizes on our secret stage of theatrics. Our plan of action includes adventures with Wonder Woman, fight scenes with Spider-Man and even time in our costume lab with Iron Man. We'll develop key powers such as the ability to uniquely interpret character choices, work as an ensemble, improve our memorization and strengthen our confidence in front of an audience. So suit up, Superheros, and come act your way out of danger as Superhero Actors Unite!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Emali Price‡

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Use Your Imagination

In fact, we know you can dance, and you will have fun all week long proving it. In this camp, learn many styles of dance including hip hop, contemporary and Bollywood. Practice your moves during the week and prepare to show them off. On Friday, we’ll put our best foot forward in a special performance for family and friends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Instructor: Lindsay Bray‡

This is a camp for beginning actors who have a lot of imagination. We will learn the basics of acting with a new theme every day. We'll be visiting Candy Town to un-twizzle the Twizzlers, Tigerville to save the tigers from King Howl, Stinky Feet Mountain in the Land of the Lost Socks, galaxies far away and we'll even take to the sea with pirates. Who knows what imaginary adventures will happen? Grab your thinking caps and get ready to have a blast while you use your imagination on stage.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Emali Price‡

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Arcade Adventures

Boys Day Out

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8

Are you the ultimate gamer? Do you always need more time to finish your favorite game or get to the next level? If so, join this camp for five days of arcade adventures! Campers will travel with friends to the coolest spots like Dave & Busters, Power Play, Chuck E. Cheese’s, Cool Crest and Zoom Mobile to play the hottest games. There is no limit to the fun in this camp! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $300

Spend a week with the guys enjoying some of your favorite Kansas City hot spots! Campers will leave campus each day to embark on a new adventure. Activities will include challenging friends in bumper cars, competing in a game of miniature golf and jumping around in inflatables. The schedule will include visits to Power Play, Pump It Up, Paradise Park and Sky Zone!. . . . . . . . . $290

Instructor: Hunter Ward‡

Barstow Breakout Squad

Fencing

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Do you enjoy following clues to solve puzzles? Do you like unraveling mysteries with a team? If so, put your detective skills in full gear as you take on escape rooms at Barstow and all around the KC area. This camp is for quick thinkers who come up with solutions just in the nick of time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $225

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Girls Day Out July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8

The BBQ Club

Feel like getting away from campus with just the girls? Come enjoy an entire week of fun and activities as we visit hot spots around Kansas City. Campers will get pampered at a salon, design your own jewelry and paint an original masterpiece. The schedule will include visits to Ceramic Cafe, Kookiedoodle Crafts, Sugar and Spice Salon and Sky Zone.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $290

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:15 . . . . . . Grades 3–8

Instructor: Lauren Montgomery‡

Instructor: Mallory Plungkhen§‡

Ready to play and eat? In this camp, campers will have a blast every morning going to a different park throughout the area. Campers will play kickball, volleyball, soccer and more. After sweating with friends, campers will experience a different barbecue restaurant every day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $225 Instructor: Mallory Plungkhen§‡

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Happy Hikers June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 There’s nothing better than being with friends, exploring nature around you, and staying healthy all at the same

time. Hike together through fields, forests and trails. Create snacks that will keep you energized for the great hikes we’ll take. This camp will include day trips to Ernie Miller Nature Park, Shawnee Mission Park, Cave Springs and Martha LaFite Nature Center.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Instructor: Anna Byler‡

Horsemanship & Riding June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 Beginners Horsemanship: Have you ever wanted to learn more about horses and how to ride them? In this beginner camp, campers will first learn safety and barn rules, colors and breeds and proper feeding. Campers will also experience the care and grooming of horses while learning to saddle and lead.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $270 Riding Level I: Campers will review and practice grooming, saddling and putting the bridle on the horse, in addition to independent mounting. They will work each day with instructors on cues, posture, starts/stops, walking and then trotting on rail, some log obstacles and cone patterns, turning and overall control.. . . $290 Riding Level II: Campers will have their own horse for the daily lessons, which include basic steering, horse arena etiquette, spacing, trotting small circles and going over log obstacles, sitting and rising trot. The goal is to feel confident with proper posture, cueing, turning, stopping and trotting. At the end of the week, each camper will perform a pattern that combines walking, trotting, stopping and turning.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $320 Instructors: Heather Lewallen§‡ and Sunset Stables

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About Daytripper Camps Daytripper camps provide campers the opportunity to leave Barstow’s campus for adventures around the Kansas City area. Daytrippers travel to various locations including amusement parks, museums, sports arenas, theaters, water parks and more. Parents are emailed waivers and schedules prior to the start of camp. Our Daytripper staff provide a safe and exciting environment for campers to build friendships, engage in hands-on activities and experience Kansas City’s top spots for fun.

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Instructor: Matt Thurman§‡

Kansas City’s Best June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 3–8 Join your friends and come see the best of Kansas City! Each day of the week, we travel to the north, east, south and west to see what makes our city so great. Stops in this adventure include Worlds of Fun, Oceans of Fun, the College Basketball Experience and the Kansas City Zoo. Campers will also take a VIP tour of Kauffman and Arrowhead Stadiums and Sporting KC. Enjoy visits to the Country Club Plaza, lunch and games at Dave and Busters and a full afternoon at the one and only Breakout KC with lunch at a local BBQ restaurant. Don’t miss the best of what Kansas City has to offer!. . . .$385 Instructors: Mallory Plungkhen§‡ and Matt Thurman§‡

Lightning Lasers June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8

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Beat the heat of summer and join your friends indoors for a week of laser tag. Campers will compete in friendly games at courses around Kansas City. Have you mastered the game of laser tag? Join this camp to demonstrate your skills. Get your code name and game strategy planned. The schedule will include visits to Jaegers, Power Play, Paradise Park and more.. . . . $300 Instructors: Joe Keegan‡ and Barstow Summer Staff

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Rock Climbing July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 This could be an adventure you never forget. Travel to the IBEX Climbing Center to learn the popular sport of rock climbing. Campers will take a one-week workshop to learn the skills needed to get to the top. Explore footwork, handholds and basic movements. Also, gain experience with ropes, anchors and belays. Harnesses, shoes, helmets and chalk are provided, as well as top-notch instruction from the professionals.. . . . . $250 Instructor: Ted Conn‡ and IBEX Instructors

Service Sampler: Serving KC June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Farm Expo July 17–21 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Organizations throughout Kansas City are in need of your help, and Service Sampler is just the place to get prepared. Campers will spend a week exploring local opportunities for service and leadership at locations such as Cultivate KC, Harvesters, The Humane Society, Operation Breakthrough and Kansas City Community Gardens. This camp is designed to develop your camper’s comfort working in various service types and to ignite passion for community service. You’ll get dirty, you’ll help out and you’ll have fun.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $180

Paintball

Instructors: Tayler Ramsey‡ and Melanie Stelting‡

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 4–8

Shop & Dine

Would you like to learn the game of paintball? Already experienced, but want to enjoy a full day of fun with your friends? Campers will travel to Jaegers Subsurface Paintball each day for instruction and teambuilding exercises. Campers will learn the concept and strategy of paintball as well as important cooperative

and communicative skills. Protective equipment and supplies provided. Get ready to have some fun and get messy.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $385

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Shop and Dine! Enjoy lunch and then shop ‘til you drop at all of the premier spots in KC. Explore Town Center Plaza, Crown Center, The Legends, Oak Park Mall and The Plaza. You will meet new friends and find the best spots for your shopping needs. Join us for a fun-filled

week of enjoying conversation, making new friends and grabbing some great bites to eat. This camp offers a little something for the shopper in everyone.. . . . . $225 Instructor: Shannon Hellebusch§‡

Summer Sampler (Grades 4–6) & Summer Sampler Jr. (Grades 1–3) June 5–9 — Summer Spectacular . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 June 12–16 — All-Star Athletes. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 June 19–23 — Safari Adventures. . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 June 26–30 — Mad Scientists . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 July 3–7 — Celebrate America. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 July 10–14 — Chefs in the Making . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 July 17–21 — Artful Antics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 July 24–28 — Under the Sea . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00 If you are interested in an action-packed week, Summer Sampler and Summer Sampler Jr. are the camps for you. Monday, Wednesday and Friday will be spent on campus doing creative, theme-based projects including art, cooking, science experiments and more. Tuesday, campers will head to a hands-on field trip coordinating with the weekly theme. Thursday, we will relax in our very own theater for a morning at the movies with a special treat.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $170 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $135 Instructor: Nicole Anderson‡

Surviving KC June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Ever wondered about some of the edgier camps Barstow offers, but didn't want to commit to a weeklong camp? Surviving KC is for you! Experience cool, extreme camps like rock climbing, fencing, archery and geocaching. Then, end your week with an exciting day at Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun. You'll be so tired by the end of the week, you'll wonder how you survived!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $385 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

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Swim Club (Grades 4–8) & Swim Club Jr. (Grades 1–3) June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 The Barstow Swim Club is our most popular camp of the summer! Swim Club Jr. is for campers in Grades 1–3, while Swim Club is for Grades 4–8. Each day campers will head to Tomahawk Ridge or The View, rain or shine, for refreshing fun! Campers will be accompanied by an instructor and several teaching assistants to play in and out of the water. Campers must know how to swim. Each camper should come to Swim Club with a swim bag, towel, flip flops and sunscreen. If your camper stays in Extended Care after camp is over, he or she is responsible for bringing a change of clothes.. . . . . . $170 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $135 Instructors: Anna Byler‡ and Heather Hinkle‡

Wet & Wild June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–8 Want to escape the heat and humidity of summer? Could you spend all day in the water? In this camp, campers will visit water parks all around Kansas City, rain or shine, including Lee’s Summit Waves, CocoKey, Adventure Oasis, Super Splash USA and Tomahawk Ridge. The instructor is supported by several teaching assistants to ensure a great and safe experience. Grab your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen, and get ready for a wet and wild week! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $225 Instructors: Jackson Farley‡, Joe Keegan‡ and Tayler Ramsey‡

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About Early Childhood Camps Mini and Kindi Camp provide campers with an environment to grow physically, socially and emotionally. Early childhood professionals engage campers in a balance of independent and group activities to develop skills for successful integration into preschool through Kindergarten. Mini and Kindi campers have a 4:1 camper-to-staff ratio. Our Early Childhood camps provide a caring, nurturing and supportive environment for each camper. Mini campers must be at least three on or before June 1 and be pottytrained to enroll.

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7:15–9:00 Extended Care Available 9:00–10:00 Indoor Activities 10:00–10:15 Snack 10:15–11:30 Special Guest/Event 11:30–noon Playground noon–12:30 Lunch 12:30–1:15 Rest 1:15–2:15 Indoor Activities 2:15–2:30 Snack 2:30–3:30 Water Play 3:30–6:00 Extended Care Available

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Kindi Camp

Mini Camp

Kindi Camp is an exciting adventure for campers entering Kindergarten. The environment of Kindi Camp provides opportunities for social and individual growth. Through activities including a variety of science experiments, math lessons, art projects, language arts exercises, music instruction, water play and more, campers will learn important transitioning skills that they will need for Kindergarten. Weekly themes will drive hands-on activities and special guests.

Mini Camp is an engaging and active atmosphere for three-and four-year-old campers. Join us for a new theme each week for half or full days. Campers will enjoy a balance of organized and self-directed activities including art projects, stories, songs, water play and quiet/rest time. Weekly activities include visits from firefighters, farm animals, balloon artists, The Kansas City Zoo, Puppet Masters and more.

Weekly Themes June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Animal Antics June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Underwater Adventures June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cooking Craze June 26–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mini Masterpieces July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Party in the USA July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat in the Hat July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dinosaur Detectives July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kindi Campers Half Day (9:00–12:00) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $140 per week July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . $110 four days Full Day (9:00–3:30). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $230 per week July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . $185 four days

Weekly Themes June 5–9 �� Put Me in the Zoo June 12–16 �� Ocean Commotion June 19–23 ��Little Chefs June 26–30 �� Crafty Kids July 3–7 ��Happy Birthday America July 10–14 ��Seuss on the Loose July 17–21 ��Digging for Dinosaurs July 24–28 ��Happy Campers Half Day (9:00–12:00) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $140 per week July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . $110 four days Full Day (9:00–3:30). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $230 per week July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . $185 four days

OVERTIME

First Burst May 30–June 2 . . . . . . 8:00–6:00. . . . . . Grades PK–8 Come join us for one or all four days of First Burst. Engage in arts and crafts, sports, water play, indoor and outdoor games and more. Campers in grades 1–8 participate in field trips. Tuesday ��Sand In Our Toes (Trip to Tomahawk Pool) Wednesday ��Keep It Bouncin’ (Trip to Skyzone) Thursday �� Showtime! (Trip to a local movie theater) Friday ��Splash Bash (Trip to Tomahawk Pool) Grades PK–K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75 per day Grades 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85 per day

Last Blast July 31–August 4. . . . . 8:00–6:00. . . . . . Grades PK–8 Last Blast is extended programming offered following the end of the official summer camp. Come join us for one or all five days of fun. Campers engage in arts and crafts, sports, water play, indoor and outdoor games and more. Students in grades 1–8 participate in field trips. Monday. . . . . . . . . . Swim-O-Rama (Trip to Tomahawk Pool) Tuesday. . . . Gettin’ Buckets (Trip to College Basketball Experience) Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jump n’ Slide (Inflatables) Thursday. . . . Magic at the Movies (Trip to a local movie theater) Friday . . . . . . . . . . . Fun in the Sun (Trip to Tomahawk Pool) Grades PK–K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75 per day Grades 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $85 per day

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Archery July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 At KC Performance Archery’s 20- to 30-yard indoor archery range, arrows whistle through the air before slapping into their intended targets. As archers point their bows downrange, they take aim at the two-dimensional targets plastered to the wall. No prior skills are needed for this camp, all campers are led by certified bow technicians that will turn everyone into the next Robin Hood! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $275 Instructor: Gavin Wood§‡

Barstow Baseball Camp July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Do you love the game of baseball? Come join Barstow’s baseball staff for a week of hitting, catching, sliding and sharpening your baseball skills. This camp is fun and exciting for players of all skill levels. We will have multiple stations set up where you will be able to interact with Barstow coaches and players while learning baseball skills. You are sure to have a great time sliding into home.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Sean Holmes§‡

Barstow Boys Basketball June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 5–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–4 If you want to improve or learn new skills that will help you become a better basketball player, then this is the camp for you. During instructional sessions and group play, campers will focus on offensive fundamentals such as ball handling, shooting, passing and dribbling.

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Throughout the week, you will take part in friendly scrimmages. Come learn from Barstow’s varsity coach, former University of Kansas basketball player and NBA star Billy Thomas.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Billy Thomas§‡

Barstow Cheerleading Camp July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–4 Do you want to spend a week with friends while learning new cheerleading skills? Beginners and seasoned cheerleaders will enjoy a week of conditioning, arm techniques, jumps, new cheers, pom routines and dance. This camp is centered on sportsmanship, teamwork, individual success and fun. Campers will spend the week working in small groups and end camp with an all-school cheer performance. Don’t forget to invite your parents. Bring your spirit.. . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Casey Nickle

Barstow Girls Basketball Camp June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 5–8 Do you want to get a jump start on your jump shot and get in shape for the basketball season? In this camp, campers will focus on preparing for future participation in any basketball program. Each camper will work on basketball fundamentals including basic offensive and defensive plays that are used at the varsity level. Whether a beginner or intermediate player, you are sure to enjoy this camp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Barstow Girls Tennis Camp May 30–June 2 . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 6–12 Join us on the Barstow tennis courts for a week of fun. In this camp, campers will hit forehands, practice backhands and improve skills. Work in small groups and receive individual instruction on the fundamentals of the game. Throughout the week, there will be fun competitions with other campers. Current team members and beginners will get a jump start on the game mixed in with a heavy dose of fun!. . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Chris Williams‡

Barstow Girls Volleyball Camp July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 6-8 Bump, set, spike! Are you a seasoned volleyball player or just getting started? This camp offers all levels of instruction. Campers will review the basics of the game and cover more complicated offensive and defensive skills. Campers will set goals for the summer and upcoming season. Basic passing, setting, hitting, blocking and serving techniques will also be covered. You are sure to find a new strategy to improve your game. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructors: Brooke Thompson§‡

Instructor: Josh House§

Basketball

Chess

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–5 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–2 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–2 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–5 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–2 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–5

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–5 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–5

Grab your basketball shoes and head to the Barstow court for a week of fun! Whether you’re looking to improve your layup, free throw or three-point shot, this is the camp for you! Campers can learn the fundamentals or expand on their current basketball knowledge. This is an opportunity to improve passing, dribbling, stance and positioning. Campers will learn different offenses and defenses, and practice in game situations.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

Instructor: Kenneth Van Pelt‡

Instructors: Scott Hornbaker‡, Scott Mendenhall§‡, Hunter Ward‡ and Barstow Summer Staff

Crafty Kickers

Basketball: Girls Hoopla

Here is a camp where athleticism and creativity meet head-to-head. Spend time on the soccer field, and then cool off in an air conditioned art room. The afternoon will start out with kid-voted favorite soccer games. Afterward, dive into creative projects, such as scrapbooking, painting and many more crafts. This camp offers the best of both worlds developing a well-rounded individual.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–4 If you want to improve your skills or learn new skills that will help you become a better basketball player, then this is the camp for you! Learn the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork. We will enhance these skills through fun games and scrimmages, to build community and self-esteem while shooting some hoops.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Mallory Plungkhen§‡

Build Your Own Sport June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Have you ever wondered what it was like to play two sports at once, or even create a new sport entirely on your own? Put those creative minds to the test by dreaming up a sport. Campers will spend the week working in groups to create a name and rules for the new sport, and after working out all the kinks, we will have the ultimate field day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Kilee Nolen‡ § The Barstow School faculty & coaches Summer at Barstow veteran instructor ‡

Checkmate! :earn how to become a competitive chess player in an exciting hands-on environment. Learn the rules of the game and how to use various strategies in game-playing situations and camp tournaments. No matter your experience or level, you’re sure to gain skills that will enable you to become an exceptional chess player under the instruction of a chess guru. See if you have what it takes to become a chess master.. . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Instructor: Mallory Plungkhen§‡

Fencing June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Dash back in time for a lesson in fencing! Campers will look like knights in shining armor as they learn the medieval sport. Beginners and experienced fencers are encouraged to join this camp. Campers will develop speed, strength, agility, discipline and problem-solving skills. We will also take part in friendly competitions when you are at the Kansas City Fencing Center for a week of skill development and fun. . . . . . . . . . . . . $270 Instructor: Gavin Wood§‡ and Kansas City Fencing Center Staff

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continued. . . . Flag Football

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Flag football is a growing alternative to full contact football that teaches basic skills and concepts of the game. Barstow’s Flag Football camp is designed to introduce campers to the game while providing a safe environment to grow in the sport. This camp could be the beginning of your path to become the next great Kansas City Chief!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Scott Hornbaker‡

Frisbee Golf July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Get Ready! Set! Throw! No tee times required for this week of “frolfing.” In this camp, campers and friends will have a chance to play Frisbee golf at various courses throughout the city. Play at courses including Rosedale Park, Blue Valley Park, Kessler and Shawnee Mission Park. Experience and equipment are not needed for this camp. We will provide everything you need to enjoy a week of fantastic “frolfing.”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $165

Golf

Lacrosse

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–3:30. . . . . . . Grades 4–8

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

Need to work on your drive? If you enjoy golf, this camp is for you. In this full-day adventure, campers will travel to local golf courses to work on their game. You can perfect putting skills or improve your drive. Please bring your own clubs, golf shoes and golf balls each day. All green fees and transportation fees are included. Lessons not included.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $330

Do you want to be part of one of the fastest growing sports in the area? Our camp is designed to welcome new players and improve current players’ skills. Our development-focused lacrosse camp concentrates on all aspects of individual and team-based skills, beginning with individual techniques moving toward utilizing these skills in offensive and defensive team settings.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructor: Mallory Plungkhen§‡

Instructor: Scott Hornbaker‡

Gymnastics June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–4 Have you ever envisioned putting yourself to the test and performing on the balance beam? What about swinging from bar to bar on the uneven parallel bars, or springing off the vault and flipping through the air to stick the perfect landing? Come join us for a week of both instructional and free-play gymnastics at Diamond Academy. No experience necessary, as this camp is available to campers of all skill levels and abilities. There is no expectation of performance. This camp is designed to be enjoyable, enriching and educational. . . . . . . . $185 Instructor: Shayla Smith‡

Instructors: Matt Thurman§‡

Horsemanship & Riding

Girl Power

Inflatables

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–6

Attention all girls! Barstow has the ultimate in summer athletic camps ready just for you. In five days, campers will be exposed to 10 different sports that are sure to help develop your skills as a young athlete. Touchdowns? Yep. Home Runs? Yep. Spikes? Yep. Dunks? Not sure on that one!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

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June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Join us on the Barstow soccer field for a week of fancy footwork! Beginners and intermediate players are welcome. Your skill level and confidence will blossom following a week of individual and small group footwork drills and fundamental technical practices. Throughout the week, campers will participate in coached competitive play, all woven around a central theme of respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship and leadership. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructors: Michael Brown and Maggie Hair

Can’t get enough of bounce houses and inflatable water slides? This is your chance to spend hours enjoying 10 of the most popular inflatables, including the backyard obstacle, the giant 18-foot slide and the wave waterslide. Campers will have a week full of fun enjoying wet and dry inflatables with friends in the Barstow gym and on the front lawn. Campers are sure to get their fill of fun. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Instructors: Anna Byler‡ and Jackson Farley‡

Soccer

Sports Sampler June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Do you love basketball, soccer and football, but can’t decide which one to play? Sample a variety of sports while shooting free throws, scoring goals or kicking punts to receivers. In this camp, campers will try them all! Master techniques for your favorite sports and learn skills for those sports that may be new to you. You just may find you have a natural talent for sports!. . . . . . $150 Instructor: Hunter Ward‡

Team Sports

Ultimate Frisbee

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8

Do you love sports? Do you find yourself looking for a team atmosphere where you can work together to accomplish the big win? If so, this is the place for you. Campers will participate in many team sports throughout the week, such as football, capture the flag, kickball, baseball, soccer, track relay races and more. Join your friends, enjoy the fun atmosphere and discover that there is no “I” in team.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Patrick Kobylinski, Scott Mendenhall§‡, Shayla Smith‡ and Hunter Ward‡

Tennis June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Ultimate frisbee is taking the nation by storm, showing up on college campuses across the country. Learn all you need to know to be a successful ultimate player in this one-week camp. Campers will learn all the basic throws and rules of the game during this action-packed week. This will be the most fun you have all summer, so come out and learn something new! Beginners are expected, so don't be shy. Come ready to learn and have fun.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Scott Hornbaker‡

Ultimate Lawn Games June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Can you toss a horseshoe? Have you ever gotten a sought-after ringer? Whether you’ve played lawn games before, or you’re new to the grass, this outdoor camp is for you. Campers will learn to play some classics like bocce and some newer games like ladder ball, all while having a ball outside on the grounds of Barstow. After this camp experience, campers will be able to conquer every backyard BBQ!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Scott Hornbaker‡

Do you need a more powerful serve, or are you just trying to get it over the net? How is your backhand, forehand, lob and volley? Campers will work on the fundamentals of tennis while improving skills and learning the game. Campers of all skill levels are welcome to join. Instruction will take place in small groups. Come serve up the fun. Racquets will be provided, or you may bring your own.. . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: Chris Williams‡

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SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH CAMPS All About the Benjamins

Aviation Adventures

July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Campers participate in exercises to help strengthen money management skills such as creating a budget, managing a weekly/monthly salary, paying bills on time, and analyzing how much money to save. Campers are also given a crash course in managing large purchases, such as a car or home.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Sarah Holland

Archaeology June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Whether it's the swirling sands of Egypt, the dense jungles of South America, or the crushing depths of the ocean, every civilization leaves behind traces of its culture long after it's gone. Archaeologists scour the globe for these treasures from the past, and now you can, too. Learn about fantastic finds by famed explorers and some of the techniques used to find these artifacts, and create some “ancient treasures” of your own. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

Astronomy June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–5 Our solar neighborhood is an exciting place. The Solar System is full of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, minor planets and many other exciting objects. Learn about Io, the explosive moon that orbits the planet Jupiter, or explore the gigantic canyons and deserts on Mars. It’s time for you to see what really is out there beyond the horizon.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Barstow Summer Staff

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Did you know you can make a milk carton fly? In this camp, campers will explore the various ways they can take flight. Build planes, parachutes, kites and hot air balloons, or learn the best designs that make for stable, fast and aerodynamically sound air crafts. Get swept away when you hear stories from a licensed pilot. This camp is all about aviation – pilots, prepare for takeoff!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Jackson Farley‡

Biological Bonanza June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Calling all future scientists! Since biology is the study of life, we will explore all kinds of living things. Did you know that bacteria are alive? Campers will test locations around camp for bacteria and see how cooking affects bacterial content of meat. Campers will dissect sheep organs and look at cells under a microscope. When exploring life, the possibilities are endless. . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Meghan Minardi‡

BTVN Jr. June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–8 If you’ve ever dreamed of being the next star reporter on Barstow Television Network, this is the summer camp for you. Run every aspect of our summer camp BTVN news station. Read on camera from the BTVN news anchor desk and go behind the scenes to find

out what’s involved in the process of producing a daily news show. We’ll be all over Barstow campus, finding out what other campers are up to. Then, we’ll produce a news show filled with all of the excitement of the day and broadcast our work online via Livestream. Your news will keep parents updated on what’s happening during the day at Summer at Barstow.. . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Sean Holmes§‡

Building an Amusement Park July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Have you ever wondered how a roller coaster works and what keeps you safe? In this camp, campers will learn how amusement parks work by using a variety of scientific skills to build a model of an amusement park. . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Carrie Weber‡

CO2 Dragsters June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Get charged up at the Barstow speedway! In this camp, campers will investigate Newton’s Laws as they design, build and race scale-model dragsters. After building and perfecting their very own CO2 dragster, campers will be ready to race. Campers will join together to launch 15 supercharged, fuel-burning cars off the starting line for two days of racing competition. You won’t believe how fast the CO2-powered cars go. Start your engines and get in motion. Ready, set, GO!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 Instructor: Matt Thurman§‡

Computer Craze

Geocaching 101

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

Take a break from the summer heat and cool off with Computer Craze at Barstow. Learn the basics of coding by creating your very own video game, and use a variety of reading, math, and problem solving programs. Other activities include creating your own comic strips and writing your own digital short stories. Don't miss out on this fun and computer-crazy camp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

Join in a high-tech, hide-and-seek adventure. Geocaching combines the thrill of scavenger hunting with the physical challenges of hiking and the fun of gift exchange. Using a GPS unit and a compass, campers will learn about latitude/longitude and geographic positioning satellites. Campers will also explore our surroundings, find several geocaches and create our own treasure boxes to hide for other geocachers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $175

Instructor: Sarah McKay‡

Instructor: Meghan Minardi‡

Crazy Chemistry & Other Matters

Insectopia

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8

July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Get ready to make the largest chemical reaction, race the fastest liquid and create your very own Cartesian Diver. There's always time for some “egg”-citing experiments as campers explore the states of matter. Make tabletop bubbles, windowpane bubbles, and an outdoor soap bubble ten times the size of a basketball.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: April Cremer‡

CSI Barstow July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 If you love the exciting world of Crime Scene Investigation, then this is the camp for you. Campers use a combination of deductive reasoning, problemsolving and crime lab fundamentals. Learn the latest techniques to solving puzzling mysteries. Join us for a week of hands-on activities as we “process the evidence.”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Carrie Weber‡

Bugs? Yes, Bugs! If you love to collect, observe and learn about insects, then you will love this camp. Campers will learn about the life cycles of butterflies and bees while studying the body parts and behaviors of many different kinds of bugs. We will “see” like bugs and create giant new bugs.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

the letters are on your keyboard. Many schools overlook this fundamental skill, and this is your chance to be ahead of the game. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Lauren Montgomery‡

LEGO Mindstorms I June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 In LEGO Mindstorms, campers will use a powerful but easy to learn programming software, and in no time you will be chasing your robot down the halls. This is the first course for kids who are new to robotics. This camp combines building with LEGO and adds in motors, sensors and an intelligent microcomputer. Campers can teach the robot to move, turn, sense the wall and so much more. If you love to be creative and put your ideas into action, then Mindstorms I is for you. Both EV3 and NXT sets will be used in this camp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 Instructor: Karen Vaughn‡

LEGO Mindstorms II

Instructor: Shane Bartels

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

Invention Fair

In Mindstorms II, you will take on even greater challenges and build even bigger robots with the NXT programming. Moving on from Mindstorms I, campers will go as far as they can imagine with their robots. This camp is sure to challenge you with obstacle courses and other tasks to show off all of the advanced programming you have learned. Come and join us for another week full of inventive fun and building, and get ready for Lego Mindstorms III. Both EV3 and NXT sets will be used in this camp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Learn about what everyday machines are made out of as well as some early versions of the modern machines that we still use today. Research and study famous inventions and create your very own invention to share with others. You never know, maybe your invention will be famous one day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Shane Bartels

Instructor: Karen Vaughn‡

Keyboarding June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–6 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 3–6 Are you sick of hunting around your keyboard for the right letter? In this camp, you will learn how to type quickly and accurately. We will use games, races, crafts and hands-on activities to help you learn where all of

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interactive soccer matches. Campers must complete LEGO WeDo I to enroll in II.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $130

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Instructor: Matt Thurman§‡

LEGO Mindstorms III June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Can’t get enough LEGO Mindstorms? In this third edition, you will use a whole new concept of NXT and Tetrix. This is a more advanced course where campers truly become robotics engineers. With in-depth building and programming, campers will create amazing robots with aluminum bars, LEGO bricks and the NXT brain. Campers must have had Mindstorms II to take this camp. Both EV3 and NXT sets will be used in this camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 Instructor: Karen Vaughn‡

LEGO Mindstorms: Animal Edition June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 In Animal Edition, campers will use the new NXT programming to build animals that walk, hop, roll and pounce. In addition to animals, campers will construct unique and complex robots that follow their every command. Campers must have taken previous Mindstorms camps in order to enroll. Both EV3 and NXT sets will be used in this camp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 Instructor: Karen Vaughn‡

LEGO WeDo Robotics June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . June 26–30. . . . . . . . . July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . .

9:00–12:00. . . . . Grades 1–3 (I) 9:00–12:00. . . . . Grades 1–3 (I) 9:00–12:00. . . . . Grades 1–3 (I) 9:00–12:00. . . . Grades 1–3 (II)

Get a head start on Lego Mindstorms and VEX Robotics in LEGO WeDo. Campers will get a handson introduction to robotics building LEGO models featuring working motors and sensors. Campers will practice programming the robots’ sounds and movements while making them obey their every command. Campers may decide to build wild animals, adventure stories, amazing mechanisms and

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LEGOLAND – Adventure July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Choose Your Own Adventure, LEGO style. Pick the genre (western, adventure, sci-fi, ancient Rome, etc.), create your minifig character and experience an unforgettable week of LEGO games where YOU are the hero (or villain, if that's your thing).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

LEGOLAND – Star Wars June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Awaken the Force, young padawan LEGO lover. If you are a young Star Wars fan and you are ready to experience the force with LEGOs, this is the camp for you. Using an endless supply of LEGO bricks, you will learn to build star fighters, pod racers, futuristic buildings and more. You will also be challenged to design your own unique masterpieces. Come click with the bricks on the galactic frontier of LEGOLAND.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructors: Kenneth Van Pelt‡

LEGOLAND – Superheroes

LEGOLAND – Build Pink July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Come join Mia, Emma, Andrea, Stephanie and Olivia for a week of relaxing in Heartlake City. You can cruise around in Stephanie’s cool convertible or hang out at the Butterfly Beauty Shop. Think fun. Think friends. Think pink.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructors: Mallory Plungkhen ‡

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Up, up and away! There's a city to be saved from the forces of E.V.I.L. (Exceptionally Vile Immoral LEGOs). YOU build the world, YOU build the props, YOU play as your favorite superhero and save the world.. . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

LEGOLAND – The Movie

LEGOLAND – City Edition

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

June 26–30. . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Have you ever watched a movie and thought, “I could make that”? Or “I want to build that, only bigger”? If so, then LEGOLAND: the Movie is for you. We’re taking an endless supply of LEGOs and building our own castles, cars, buildings, and worlds. What will you make for your own masterpiece? Campers will receive awards such as most creative, most elaborate and most imaginative. Come get lost in LEGO. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

If you love building with LEGOs, this is the camp for you. Using an endless supply of LEGO bricks, you will learn to build castles, cars, buildings and more. You will also be challenged to design your own unique masterpieces. Come hit the bricks on the city streets of LEGOLAND.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructors: Kenneth Van Pelt‡

LEGOLAND – Fantasy June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Instructors: Ted Conn‡

Math Fanatics

Step into a fantasy world YOU create. Team up with fellow campers and delve into dungeons, joust in the LEGO king's tournament, fight legendary monsters and win fame and fortune by strength of arms or magical spells.. . . $150

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . July 24–28. . . . . . . . . .

9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–2 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 3–4 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 5–6 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–2

Instructors: Ted Conn‡

Campers who enjoy math are invited to explore math in

new and exciting ways. Campers will focus on a different area of math each day and do enrichment activities covering what students have learned. The math activities are challenging and packed with fun. Campers will leave camp with strong math problem-solving and logic skills, as well as some cool, creative projects and maybe even a tasty math treat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

is your chance to do all three. Enter the life of a movie star or film director. In this camp, campers will write a script, create the storyboard, film and act in their own movie! By the end of the week, campers will have their own flash drive to take home and enjoy.. . . . . . . . . $165 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $135 Instructor: Brent Cook‡ and Barstow Summer Staff

Instructor: Megan Hickman‡

Photo Phrenzy

Math Fanatics: Fantasy Baseball

June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 There is a reason why baseball is America’s favorite past time. People tend to focus too much on the guys that can hit it out of the park and not enough on the coaches who put the team together. Students will learn and practice basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, division, calculating average) by managing their own professional baseball team.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Scott Hornbaker‡

Do your pictures need a little more pizzazz? Join this camp to learn all about taking great photographs. Campers will learn how the f-stops and shutter speeds in your camera control how pictures look. By the end of the week, campers will have explored many elements of photography and have produced a phenomenal portfolio to take home. Digital cameras will be provided, but you may bring your own. Come join the “phrenzy.”. . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120

Math on Your Menu

Instructor: Chris Williams‡

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Project Scientist

“Waiter? May I please have a number 2 and a number 10?” With Math on Your Menu, campers will explore math and relate it to everyday things. Campers will learn to stay within a budget, set up their own restaurant or store and have other campers order and shop for food. Through creative application, campers will use various math concepts including: addition, subtraction, money, measurement, fractions, number concept and patterns. Come hungry for math.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Megan Hickman‡

Movie Makers June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 Campers will be transformed into honorary scientists for the week. From exploding lunch bags to elephant toothpaste, campers will be immersed in a week of wonder, exploration and discovery. They will learn the secrets of bananas, work with the world’s largest trash bag, discover ways to crush pop cans and make different kinds of slime. Polyacrylates will also make an appearance this week as well as a magic show. Campers will even look at the secrets locked away in a penny. At the end of the week, campers will design and test their own scientific theories developed throughout the week. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Michelle McDaniel‡ and Meghan Minardi‡

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Space Out

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June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . . Grades 1–3

Project Volcanoes

Do you ever look up at the stars and wonder just what is up there? Come explore the final frontier in a camp sure to excite, entertain and educate. Campers will perform science activities, including exploring the sun and discovering what solar energy is all about. Launch Estes Rockets and try out space food. Campers will experience a space invasion using books, stories, art and cooking!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Come be a volcanologist. Learn how the earth works from the inside out. What makes volcanoes erupt? How do scientists identify and classify rocks? What do plate tectonics and frosting have in common? Can you simulate an earthquake using a Slinky? Become a scientist by using your hands to investigate, your mind to ask questions and your resources to reach conclusions. It’s time to erupt into the world of volcanoes!. . . . . . $150 Instructor: Shane Bartels

Rocketry June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 4–8 July 24–28. . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 We have liftoff! This is the camp where rockets rule. Blast into this camp where campers will investigate simple hydraulics as they build and launch balloon/string rockets and water and air-powered bottle rockets. Join other campers as we experiment and learn everything there is to know about space shuttle launching. Come prepared to transform into a rocket scientist and blastoff into rocketry fun.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructors: Shane Bartels, Michelle McDaniel‡ and Meghan Minardi‡

Science Fanatics July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 Calling all scientists! Have you ever wondered if a worm can smell? What makes volcanoes erupt? In this camp, we will use the scientific method to enjoy some “hands on" experiments using creatures, candy and much more.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150

Instructors: Jackson Farley‡ and Sarah Holland

Spy School July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–5 July 10–14. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–5 July 17–21. . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 2–5 Whodunit? Detectives and spies needed! In this camp, we will work together to solve mysteries. Each day at camp will be filled with top-secret briefings and activities that will put our spy skills and street smarts to the test. We will learn how to fingerprint, make and break codes, and create a disguise for cover.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: Kelsey Phillips‡

Star Trek: The Final Frontier June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . Grades 2–5 Come join us for the Final Frontier of summer fun at this Star Trek-themed camp. Help conduct an away team mission, join in a laser tag battle to protect the Federation, create a Star Trek episode and much more. Bring with you your allegiance to all Star Trek: The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager and Enterprise.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Joe Keegan‡

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Star Wars

Strat-O-Matic Baseball

June 12–16. . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3 July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00–12:00. . . . . . . Grades 1–3

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8

Can’t get enough Star Wars? The saga continues in the Summer at Barstow galaxy where Rey, BB-8, R2-D2, C-3PO, Chewbacca, Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi and all of your Star Wars friends are waiting for you to arrive. Spend the week exploring space and discovering Star Wars through projects, games, food, movie clips and more. Campers will make a light saber, a Yoda, General Grievous, Admiral Akbar puppet or a space slug toy. May the force be with you.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 July 3–7 (four-day session). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

Strategic Gaming June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Take your gaming above and beyond the far reaches of your imagination. This camp offers tons of science fiction, fantasy and historical gaming. Journey to realms where heroic quests abound and adventure waits. Fight aliens on distant planets. Race against each other in a post-apocalyptic duel. Command historical forces on long-ago battlefields. The possibilities are nearly endless and the strategic challenges are many. Will you answer the call to command and conquer? . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

Strategic Gaming – Historical

Enjoy the classic baseball game: Strat-O-Matic Baseball. A game for true baseball fans, it provides a great chance to play with your favorite teams and players with realistic results. Using dice and player cards, you can play anytime, anywhere. We will be creating our own season, complete with playoffs, to crown the true Strat-O-Matic champion. Be the manager of your favorite team, and use your best strategies to win. Bunt, steal, hit and run, do whatever you can to win. . . . . . . . . . $150 Instructor: Joe Keegan‡

VEX Robotics June 5–9 . . . . . . . . . . . June 19–23. . . . . . . . . . June 26–30. . . . . . . . . July 10–14 . . . . . . . . . . July 17–21 . . . . . . . . . . .

9:00–12:00 . . . . Grades 4–8 (I) 9:00–12:00. . . . Grades 4–8 (I) 9:00–12:00. . . . Grades 4–8 (II) 9:00–12:00. . . . Grades 4–8 (II) 9:00–12:00. . . . Grades 4–8 (III)

Join Barstow’s robotics coach as you learn the ins and outs of creating, building and programming robots. Learn how to program robots to play a game all by themselves. Parents are invited to a Friday competition to watch as campers compete in several exciting matches where strategy, design and skill come together to create champions. Get ready to see if you are up for the challenge. Campers must complete VEX I to enroll in VEX II, and VEX I and II to enroll in VEX III. . . . . . . . . $165 Instructor: Gavin Wood§‡

July 3–7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:30–3:30 . . . . . . Grades 4–8 Think you can handle Hannibal at Cannae, beat Bobby Lee at Gettysburg or command your troops to victory in World War II? Conquer your enemies, fight specific battles from history and test both your historical knowledge and military prowess as you command in some of the greatest battles of history.. . . . . . . . . . . $120 Instructor: Ted Conn‡

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WHO LET THE Campers OUT?

ummer at Barstow is a total summer experience where campers learn important life lessons about creativity,

exploration and friendship while having the time of their lives. This year brings a number of new and exciting program offerings, as well

as many long-time favorites. You will find more than 400 exciting opportunities to keep your children active, engaged and entertained this summer. Our enthusiastic and experienced staff, top-notch facilities, and incredible range of activities create every imaginable possibility for summertime fun. Features of our camp include: • Low camper-to-staff ratio • Camps for children as young as three years old • Morning and afternoon Extended Care • Extensive indoor and outdoor activities • Day-trips that include the best Kansas City has to offer

This camp catalog provides a preview of our program, but our website, barstowschool.org/summer, offers the most comprehensive and up-todate information. You can enroll online 24 hours a day, secure enrollment in popular camps and receive immediate registration confirmation. If you have any questions after visiting our website or viewing our camp catalog, please contact us. Summer at Barstow Director Dan Mc Nickle, Assistant Director of Programs Max Williams, and Assistant Director of Operations Ashley Haase.

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It is our pledge to create the best summer experience for each of our campers!

Summer at Barstow Office Dan McNickle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director Max Williams. . . . . . . . . . . . . Asst. Director of Programs Ashley Haase. . . . . . . . . . . . Asst. Director of Operations summer@barstowschool.org 816–277–0445

This catalog is published annually in February. Every effort has been made to ensure the information in this catalog is accurate and up to date at the time of publication. Please visit our website for current information, policy details, corrections and additional camps. www.barstowschool.org/summer The Barstow School Administration Shane A. Foster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head of School Judith Yount . . . . . . . . . . . . . Associate Head of School & Head of Lower School Chris English. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head of Campus Kate Bradley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head of Middle School Liz Bartow. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head of Upper School Catalog Todd Race. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Layout Michelle Martin ’15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Photography Instructor Key §

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NOW YOU’RE READY TO REGISTER

our next step is to visit our website to enroll online. Limited spaces are available, so secure your child’s camps today!

1 – Visit www.barstowschool.org/summer and click on the “Register Now” tab 2 – After logging in, you are ready to build your summer camp experience New families – Register as a “First-Time User” Returning Families – Register as a “Returning User” by entering your previous username and password 3 – Follow the on-screen instructions to register each child individually 4 – Receive email confirmation immediately

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