Summer@TCA 2024

Welcome to our 2024 Summer@TCA!

We are so excited to offer one of the most diverse and enriching menus of summer classes in DFW! Trinity Christian Academy has made a commitment to deliver programs through the summer months that will support learning, enhance skills and even brighten the sunniest Texas summer day. TCA is committed to share the highest quality classes and camps with children in the safest possible way while attempting to create an overall program that is convenient for our families that choose to attend.

Summer should be a fun time for children and a nice break from the rigors and routines of the academic year. TCA recognizes it is important for kids to be able to connect with other children for their overall wellbeing while balancing an ever-growing need to stay on academic track during the “off months.” Summer@TCA is proud to offer high-quality Lower School and Middle School programs that include a day camp for Lower School kids, sports training sessions for both lower-schoolers and middle-schoolers and various academic enrichment opportunities so kids can hone those skills and stay on top of their academic progress during the summer. Upper School students can choose from a variety of classic summer school courses that potentially count for school credit, may give a student some necessary guidance with next year’s subject matter or may just give our young adults an opportunity to explore a new area of interest.

Take some time to look through the list of camps and classes and their descriptions as outlined in this catalog to see what’s available for your child during the summer of 2024. Registration for summer sessions can be accessed online through the TCA website and on the Summer@ TCA Resource Board. Our plan is to launch registration for TCA Rising Seniors at 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, March 13. All others should be prepared to register the following night, Thursday, March 14, at 8:00 P.M.

Summer@TCA Camp/Class Tidbits

• Before-camp care is available for anyone needing care before 8:50 a.m. each day starting at 8 a.m. This service is provided at a rate of $25 per week.

• Children entering grades K-4 can choose to stay all day (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) at our Trojan Day Camp! Small, grade-level groupings will remain at camp all day (there is not a half-day option) and rotate through amazing summer activities that will include worship time, art, movement, STEM, Bible study and maybe even some water activities and inflatables throughout the week! Space is limited!

• Lower School and Middle School students can choose from a wide variety of “morning only” camps (9 a.m.-noon) and “afternoon only” camps (1-4 p.m.).

• Half-day campers can choose to extend their day by one hour if they so choose to stay for lunch from noon-1 p.m. each day. Students will be supervised while they eat and will then be given time to play and/ or watch a movie (depending on the weather). There is a $25 fee per week for half-day campers to stay for lunch. We will require all participants to pack their own lunch.

• We will run a carpool pick-up line at noon for those students leaving campus at that time.

• Students who will attend an afternoon camp on the same day they will be on campus for a morning session should plan to pack a lunch and stay with us noon-1 p.m. for that same fun lunchtime experience. There is a $25 fee for the week to campers who are staying on campus between morning and afternoon camps for the lunch session.

• Students who choose to attend an “afternoon only” camp or class are also welcome to join their grade level for lunch at noon each day. Those students will be directed to their afternoon camp/class location at the conclusion of the lunch/recess session. The $25 weekly fee is required for those students wanting to extend their time to eat lunch at Summer@TCA.

• At 1 p.m., all campers not attending an afternoon session or a full-day camp session will be conveniently picked up through a staff-run carpool line outside the Middle School 7/8 building.

• Students staying through the afternoon will be conveniently picked up through a carpool pick-up line at 4 p.m. each day.

• Upper School students have a nice variety of classes to choose from throughout the summer as well as the option to participate in athletic training sessions.

We’re excited to see your child at Summer@TCA!

Thank you,

Mary Helen Nine

Summer@TCA Assistant

Kayla Turk

Assistant to the Director of Auxiliary Programs

Justin Zappia

Director of Auxiliary Programs

Camp Information at a Glance

Eligibility

• Open enrollment to any child entering kindergarten (five years old by September 1, 2024) through twelfth grade in fall 2024 as listed in the Summer@TCA course descriptions.

• Students who are not entering kindergarten (including those repeating a PreK program) and/ or are not five years old by September 1, are not eligible to participate in Summer@TCA 2024.

• Most classes have a maximum student-toinstructor ratio of 12:1.

• Camps are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and all offerings have a limited number of spaces available.

• All students participating in summer programming are required to have a completed registration form which includes information on those authorized to pick up campers from the school on a daily basis.

• All registrations are processed online through CampBrain and can be accessed through the TCA website.

Payment, Refunds, Cancellations & Confirmations

• The full camp fee is due upon registration.

• Refunds requested in writing at least two weeks prior to a camp will be honored, less a 25% administrative fee. No refunds are available two weeks or less from the start date of a camp.

• Changes to a student’s class schedule within the system (transfers to different section, etc.) will incur a 10% administrative transfer fee. Requests for changes should be sent via email to one of the email addresses listed below.

• If a camp or class is canceled by the school for any reason, a refund for an appropriate portion of that camp will be issued to the participant.

• Campers’ first choices will be honored, if

possible. Full refunds will be given if a camp is canceled due to low enrollment and no alternative camp can be agreed upon.

• Please understand that low enrollment may cause camp cancellations. Help us prevent this. Spread the word about your favorite camps!

• You should assume that your registration is confirmed unless we contact you prior to the start date. We will contact all registrants whose schedules need adjustments (if a camp is underenrolled or if your child can be added from a wait list) two weeks prior to the start date of the scheduled camp session to arrange the necessary changes.

• Students registered for camps and classes through Summer@TCA will be contacted by a coach, teacher or administrator no less than a week prior to the start of the camp to fill you in on all the latest details.

• Any child who is picked up after the conclusion of regular camp carpool will be charged in 10-minute increments at a rate of $15 per child per 10-minute increment.

Schedule

• Morning campers who are staying for lunch will be escorted to the Middle School Cafeteria after their morning session for a supervised lunch, movie and/or playground time from noon-1 p.m. for an additional fee of $25 per week. If your child needs to be picked up earlier than the 1 p.m. carpool, please park in the Middle School “Jesus lot” and call the number posted on the signs to alert us you have arrived to pick up your child.

• Following lunch and recess, all students will be directed to their 1 p.m. class camp or to carpool pick-up if they are not attending an afternoon session.

• 1 p.m. carpool will run outside the Middle School 7/8 building.

• Those campers who attend an afternoon session will be directed to afternoon carpool at 4 p.m. If a student needs to leave camp earlier than 4 p.m., parents must park in the Middle School “Jesus lot” and call the number posted on the signs to alert us you have arrived to pick up your child.

Lunch and Snack

• All campers staying between noon and 1 p.m. will need to pack a lunch to be eaten on campus with their grade-level group Monday-Friday.

• Each child will need to bring a snack or snacks and drink to be consumed during camp. This applies to morning, afternoon and full-day sessions.

• It is highly recommended that all campers bring a water bottle to camp each day.

Drop-off and Pick-up

• Carpool drop-off will run from 8:45-9:10 a.m. and 12:45-1:10 p.m. Monday-Friday of each camp week.

• Carpool pick-up lines run at noon, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m each camp day.

• Please print your carpool sign from the camp logistics email sent the week prior to your child’s camp. On this form, write your child’s name and the camp they are attending. This must be displayed on the dashboard of your vehicle. This indicates to us that you are the legal pick-up person for the child who is listed on the sign.

• If you need to pick your child up at any other time during the camp day, please contact the telephone number posted on the signs around campus to determine the location of your child.

• If anyone other than those legally listed on the registration page is going to pick up your child from camp, you will need to provide a note granting permission to another person.

Course Calendar

Here is an overview of the entire summer schedule. The grade levels listed are the grades that students will be entering in the fall.

Full descriptions for every camp or course listed here, including the instructors, fees and other details, can be found on the following pages:

LOWER SCHOOL: pages 11-14

MIDDLE SCHOOL: pages 15-18

UPPER SCHOOL: pages 19-22

ATHLETICS FOR ALL AGES: pages 23-27

SUMMERLONG ATHLETIC TRAINING

WEEK 1: MAY 27– MAY 31 (TCA IN-SERVICE WEEK )

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Full-Day Camp, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

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Grades

Trojan Day Camp (Section 1) K–4

Morning Camps, 9 a.m.–noon

Adventures in Kinder: Come Camp with Mrs. Lindsay K

Willoughby Wallowby Woo Music Camp K–1

STEM: Let’s Get Wet, Get Messy and Learn! (Section 1) K–1

Faith, Girls, FUN! 2–4

Tennis and All Sports (Section 1) 2–4

Volleyball Camp — LS/MS Girls (Section 1) 2–5

Super

Summer of Science 3–4

Reading, Writing and Arithmetic Camp 3–4

Afternoon Camps, 1–4 p.m.

Martial Arts and PE Games Combo Camp (Section 1) K–1

Cardboard Creations K–1

Let’s Jump and Archery Combo Camp 2–4

PE Games and Martial Arts (Section 2) 2–4

Wookie Cookies, Yoda Soda and Other Jedi Treats:

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Full-Day Camp, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

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Musical Theater Workshop: The Sound of Music (Section 2) 5–8

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Volleyball Camp — LS/MS Girls (Section 1) 2–5

Math

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Little Trojan Cheer Camp (Section 1) 1–2

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Health (Section 3 — Week 1 of 2, meets June 19) 8 a.m.–noon 10–12

Health (Section 4 — Week 1 of 2, meets June 19) 12:30–4:30 p.m. 10–12

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Trojan Day Camp (Section 5) K–4

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STEM: Let’s Get Wet, Get Messy and Learn! (Section 2) K–1

Soccer Camp (LS Boys and Girls — Section 2) K–4

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Lower School

Adventures in Kinder: Come Camp With Mrs. Lindsay

June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K

Fee: $220

Have you ever been camping? This is a week of camp-filled fun where you will get to come and learn about the adventures in a kindergarten day with Mrs. Lindsay. We will roast alphabet s’mores, count the stars in the nighttime sky using some interactive math activities, play some camp-themed games and learn many of the important routines of the kindergarten day at TCA. It’s sure to be a week your child won’t forget as they prepare for kindergarten! Maximum enrollment is 14 students.

Instructor: Melissa Lindsay

American Girl Food and Fun

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $205

Molly, Kit and Samantha cook American Girl cuisine. Roll up your sleeves and peek into the past with treats you can make today. Step back in time and make some classic recipes. Your daughter will appreciate a homemade recipe after working through the fun and yummy American Girl cookbooks. Bring your doll. We will have table topics and read about what life was like for these American girls in history while food is in the oven or chilling in the ice box. We will end with a tea party complete with tea sandwiches, fruit tea and scones on Finale Friday. Some food or crafts mentioned may change based on how the day goes or food availability. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Peterson

Bluey!

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

G’day mates! Does your family love Bluey? So do we! Even if you are not familiar with the show, come join us for a fun filled week of all things Bluey and Bingo! We will do all sorts of crafts and games based on this popular kids’ show and learn about Australia while we are at it. Bring your imagination and come play with us! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Skylar Worley

Camp Gladiator Victory

July 15-19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-7

Fee: $330

Embark on the Ultimate Adventure with CG Victory at TCA! We’re bringing the CG Victory experience to TCA, ensuring your child dives into a world of nonconventional games and team challenges at a gospel-based camp. At CG Victory, faith is a strong and integral part of the camp experience. In addition to the physical challenges, campers engage in activities at TCA that instill values like teamwork, resilience and compassion from a gospel perspective. We believe that what you do in life echoes for eternity, and at CG Victory, children will learn what it truly means to have the heart of a gladiator. Let them create lasting memories, form lifelong friendships and develop the skills of a true gladiator. Spaces are limited, so secure your child’s spot today and watch them thrive in the heart-pounding world of CG Victory!

Instructors: CG Coaches

Cardboard Creations

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

Get your imaginations ready to go as we design, build, and create projects using cardboard. Students will get to use their critical thinking skills as well as creativity to build some amazing cardboard creations! Students will be able to use the ideas we learn at camp to keep the fun going at home! Whether you have leftover moving boxes, cereal boxes or even Amazon delivery boxes, there are always creations waiting to be made with the leftover cardboard. Come put your engineering skills to work and build with us! Maximum enrollment is 16 students.

Instructor: Aileen Vidaud

Center Stage Summer Theater Camp

July 8-12, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $230

This will be a week of dramatic fun for rising second-, third- and fourth-graders. Students will have the opportunity to learn stage skills, play improvisational games and help create and perform an exciting original production. The camp will culminate in a finale showcase production on Friday, July 12, from 4-4:30 p.m. Maximum enrollment is 20 students

Instructor: Marcelle Hamilton

Chopped Jr. and Cupcake Wars

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $255

Calling all young chefs! Let’s learn and put those cooking skills to the test. Your creativity will shine in the kitchen, and we will see who will be our daily Chopped Champion. These junior-inspired mystery basket ingredients will make you stretch your culinary skills. Although no dishes will go to the Chopping Block, the variety of dishes will impress your friends and family as you learn your way around the kitchen and flavors. From appetizers to entrees to daily Cupcake Wars or Cookie Jar Spars, all skill levels will have a sweet time. Some food or crafts mentioned may change based on how the day goes or food availability. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructors: Mica Petersen and Meredith Orvis

Christmas Cooking in June: Baking and Chilling

June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $255

Hark! The herald angels cook! As it heats up in Texas you will be cooking and creating to remind you of cooler times. How about an iced hot chocolate while making a melted snowflake? Or a strawberry Santa while we make a coastal ornament? Or reindeer sloppy joe sliders while making edible marshmallow playdough? Or a Christmas charcuterie while we make melting snowman s’mores? Maybe your Elf on the Shelf will want to fly into camp for this one. Some food or crafts mentioned may change based on how the day goes or food availability. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Petersen

Faith, Girls, FUN!

June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4 girls

Fee: $220

Kick off summer with faith, fitness, food and fun. We will talk about great ways to set goals and learn lots of fun activities to keep busy throughout the summer. A daily devotional and exercise will be a great way to start each day. Friendship bracelets, spin art and cupcake decorating are just a few activities we will be doing as well. Summer fun, here we come! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Brandie Rodgers

Fine Arts for Kids

June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-2

Fee: $220

In this class, we will discover different types of art mediums and processes while learning about the famous artists who inspire us. We will explore drawing, painting, collage and printmaking too! What a great way for aspiring artists to learn some art history while creating masterpieces of their own. Maximum enrollment is 13 students.

Instructor: Carrie Kunkel

Fourth-Grade Training Camp

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 4 (TCA students only)

Fee: $210

Get fired up for fourth grade! You will get a taste of all the things that make fourth grade at TCA special: KTCA, carpool duty, Bonus Bucks, the Fourth-Grade Store and more! Train for KTCA and be ready to broadcast the first few weeks of school. Homework, tests and projects will be introduced, and you’ll have a chance to sample each. Learn how to organize your notebook, keep your bank account in order, and avoid SNURKS! You’ll earn Bonus Bucks and have money in your fourth-grade bank account before school even begins! Best of all, you’ll make new friends and meet people who will be in your class. This course is strongly recommended for students new to TCA. Open to students entering TCA fourth grade only. Please send a water bottle and a healthy snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Girls Craft Camp

June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 3-4 girls

Fee: $220

Come join two crafty moms for a fun-filled week with Pinterest-worthy crafts. Adventures and fun await the girls as we experiment with multiple techniques in making our crafts. Each day of camp will feature a different theme, such as fairies and gnomes, summer camp or beach vibes. Dressing up will be encouraged for our photo opp at the drop! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructors: Jennifer Franz and Kelly Olson

Good Thyme Gardening Camp

June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

Spend a week learning about what makes a garden grow. From herbs to flowers to insects to plants, we will explore it all! Campers will be making ladybug rocks, fairy gardens, bird feeders, seed bombs and more! They will explore a variety of activities that allow them to discover the world of plants and insects through art, science, gardening and outdoor exploration. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Jenifer Johnson

Jingle All the Way in June

June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-2

Fee: $220

Do you want to build a snowman? Well…this summer, the heat will not bother you anyway! You’re invited to enjoy some Christmas merriment in June! Campers will spend the week learning about and celebrating the miraculous birth of Jesus and other fun holiday favorites with stories, crafts, music, games and snacks! Prepare yourself to be cheery from this extra dose of Christmas. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Emily Tong

Lego Land

Section 1: June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

Does your child love to build with Legos? If so, this is the place to be! Children will be challenged with a new and exciting Lego theme each day and given an opportunity to create to their heart’s content. Brainstorming and building a town, participating in vehicle races, constructing weight-bearing structures and more will keep your little builder engaged and entertained this summer. Come build with us! Maximum enrollment is 10 students per section

Instructor: Tawney Payne

Lego Masters

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $220

Calling all Lego masters! If you are passionate about Legos and love to compete, this is the class for you. Each day you will be presented with a new challenge, and you can let your creative juices flow as you design your own unique Lego builds. Winners will be selected each day for design, strength and cooperation. At the end of the week, one lucky winner will go home with a new Lego set. It’s going to be a BRICKTACULAR time! Maximum enrollment is 12 students

Instructor: Brandie Rodgers

Make Math Fun!

June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 3-5

Fee: $210

Make math fun! Join us for a week designed to immerse children in math and help them find joy in numbers. Interactive games, outdoor activities, puzzles, math mysteries, STEM projects and more all add up to deepen understanding of mathematical concepts, improve foundational skills and help children develop number sense — all while having fun! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Multiplication Mania!

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 3-5

Fee: $170

Multiplication Mania makes learning multiplication facts fun! A wide variety of hands-on activities, games and sports are used to teach and reinforce skills. Campers will receive tools and learn games to play with family and friends, providing easy ways to continue to develop accurate and automatic recall of math facts at home throughout the summer. This class is designed for all children entering third, fourth or fifth grade, whether they are just beginning to learn the facts or working towards mastery. Please send a water bottle and a healthy snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Ocean Adventures

June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

Are you ready to explore the ocean? Join us as we dive deep into learning about the beautiful underwater world God created. Campers will spend a week exploring different ocean creatures through educational activities such as music, books, crafts and games. Ocean adventure campers will enjoy virtual aquarium visits as well as create delicious ocean-themed snacks each day! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Jenifer Johnson

Paper-Jam!

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $220

Staring at a blank piece of paper can be intimidating, but it provides countless opportunities for creativity. This hands-on summer workshop will explore a wide variety of fun uses for paper. We will study the science of paper airplanes and field test our creations. We will push paper’s strength to the limit by building weight-bearing structures. We will turn 2D into 3D by folding and sculpting paper artwork. We will even make our own paper. Come see what you can do with a blank piece of paper! Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Emily Eyre

Publishing Company

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering Grades: 3-5

Fee: $220

Calling all young authors! Write, illustrate and publish your own hardcover book! Work through the writing process — brainstorming, drafting, editing, illustrating and publishing. Sharpen foundational skills in writing, grammar, punctuation and design while creating a keepsake sure to be a source of pride. Maximum enrollment is 10 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Reading, Writing and Arithmetic Camp

June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 3-4

Fee: $210

Summer is a great time to brush up on skills and jump to the head of the class! Reading, Writing and Arithmetic Camp provides group and individual activities designed to build strength, confidence and enjoyment in all three subjects. Individual assessments determine each child’s ability level in each subject, enabling the camp coach to customize a program of study targeting individual needs. Please send a water bottle and a healthy snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Silly Snacks and Crazy Concoctions

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $255

Hard time figuring out a snack after school? Out with the same old chips and candy — it’s time for silly snacks and crazy concoctions! We will create simple snacks that aren’t only fun to make, but fun to eat as well. Who wouldn’t gobble up their fruits and veggies after this class? We’ll start with knife safety and do a variety of food creations to give your chef confidence in the kitchen to make healthy and yummy snacks. Some food or crafts mentioned may change based on how the day goes or food availability. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Petersen

Sky Ranch Day Camp

May 29-June 2, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-3

Fee: $330

Sky Ranch Christian Camps is bringing all the fun, discovery and growth of a week of day camp to TCA. Our staff of highly trained Christian counselors will interact with your child in a week of purposeful play. Each day will include several activities to provide a variety of new experiences for your child. Giant inflatables, crazy sports with a camp twist, teambuilding games, Bible exploration and tons of creative fun will leave your child begging for a camp experience all summer long. Please bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Please register for Day Camp through Sky Ranch at skyranch.org/pages/day-camp. Maximum enrollment is 140 students.

Instructors: Sky Ranch Counselors

Space Adventures Camp

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

Come join us on an adventure as we “take off” and become space explorers, learning about outer space and the wonders of God’s universe. Our classroom will be transformed into a planetarium where space explorers will perform experiments, engineer crafts and eat space snacks. Each day, space explorers will journey to a space station, moon, star or planet. Get ready to have a “blast” as we have an adventure that is “out of this world”!

Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Meredith Orvis

STEM: Let’s Get Wet, Get Messy and Learn!

Section 1: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

Let’s get messy while we learn! This course will be for all the senses. We will get messy and have fun while doing STEM and Montessori-inspired lessons. We will use sensory bins to explore different ways to sort and create, review math while we get those fingers messy and practice the fine motor movements needed for handwriting. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per section.

Instructor: Skylar Worley

Step Up to Third Grade

Section 1: June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 1-4 p.m.

Section 2: June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 3

Fee: $210 ($176 week of June 17)

Come get excited about all things third grade with TCA Third-Grade Teacher Molly Breeze! We will make learning fun while getting your child prepared for next school year. We will practice content like math facts and reading along with learning skills like problem solving throughout the week. It is going to be a blast! Maximum enrollment is 12 students per section.

Instructor: Molly Breeze

Strategic Games

June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $220

Does your family love game night? Are you looking for some fun new games to add to the rotation? It can be hard to teach new games at home, so let us do it for you! We will learn games like chess, checkers, Monopoly, Battleship, Life, Uno, Sequence, etc. that your kids will love and can play for a lifetime. Games can help develop your child’s critical thinking skills and social skills, and they can provide fun for years to come! Come play with us! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: John Garcia

Summer of Science

June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 3-4

Fee: $220

Do you like to ask questions and find the answers? Do you love fun science experiments? Come join us for an exciting week of investigations! Each day we will perform a fun experiment from start to finish. Some of the questions we’ll explore are “Which bridge design holds the most weight?” and “What material works best as a parachute?” Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: John Garcia

Sunshine Girls — Girls on a Mission

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 1-4 girls

Fee: $185

As “Special Agents” doing God’s work, the girls will follow Christ’s example by loving and serving others. They will learn how they can make a difference in the world. Each day, the girls will receive a fun “Top Secret” mission that will provide hands-on opportunities to help those in need locally, nationally and worldwide. Some missions include making blankets and dog treats for the local dog shelter and making sandwiches for the Dallas Soup Kitchen. We will also be taking some off-campus field trips for local service projects. The girls will learn what it means to consider others as better than themselves, to look not only to their own interests but also to the interests of others (Philippians 2:3-4). As we complete each mission, lives will be impacted through prayer and service. Maximum enrollment is 14 students.

Instructors: Candace Redden and Jennifer Franz

Super Summer STEM Camp

Section 1: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3-4

Fee: $220

Do your kids come home talking about all the fun we have in STEM class? This class is for you! We will be using all of their STEM favorites this week to design, create, play and build! Some of the fun activities we will be doing include stop motion animation, Keva planks, Lego Robotics, cardboard creations and lots of fun challenges. If that sounds like a blast, come join us for some super summer STEM fun! Maximum enrollment is 14 students per section.

Instructor: Heidi Aiken

Trojan Day Camp

Section 1: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Section 2: June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Section 3: June 24-28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Section 4: July 1-3, (Monday-Wednesday only) 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Section 5: July 8-12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-4

Fee: $380 ($305 week of June 17; $230 week of July 1)

Trinity Christian Academy is so excited to continue to grow its own amazing day camp for the fourth consecutive year! Trojan Day Camp is the only local Christian day camp

in the area! It provides all the amazing aspects of popular sleep-away camps with the convenience and peace-of-mind of keeping your child right here in the Dallas area for the summer. With a staff of young adults and regular TCA instructors who are all familiar with the mission and teachings of TCA during the school year, we are excited to spread the word of Jesus through our own creative summer activities. Children in each grade level will travel together throughout the day with a counselor to various activities which may include art, sports, STEM, Bible, water activities and even some friendly competition mixed in. Each camp week will feature a unique theme with activities that tie into Biblebased topics. Most of all, we seek to form relationships between the counselors and the children in a way that leads our campers to seek out the wisdom of Jesus in all that they do. Are you all-in to enjoy God’s summer glory at Trojan Day Camp? We can’t wait!

Instructors: Trojan Day Camp Staff

Willoughby Wallaby Woo Music Camp

June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $220

Mrs. Ross and her pal Melody the Elephant can’t wait for you to join them for an ele-funtastic music camp! Get ready to sing silly songs that will have you giggling and grooving in no time. Play instruments and games, hear stories, get crafty, make musical snacks, listen to great music and dance. What is the elephant’s favorite dance? The Stomp! What did the elephant bring to music camp? Her trunk! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Jennifer Ross

Wookie Cookies, Yoda Soda and Other Jedi Treats: Star Wars Cooking

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $255

Featuring food from a galaxy far, far away. If a Tusken Raider, an Ewok and a Jedi walked into your cantina, what would you feed them? Wookie Cookies, Boba Fett-uccine and Yoda Soda, of course! This class will be your guide to cooking with the Force. In the time it takes to vanquish an ice creature, we will whip up a snack to tame any Jabba-sized hunger. Accept the challenge, young rebel. To strengthen the Force, we’ll mix in some Star Wars Legos and crafts while waiting for our Jedi creations to bake. Some food or crafts mentioned may change based on how the day goes or food availability. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Peterson

Art of Puppetry

July 8-12, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $230

Learn about the construction and history of puppets. Design and build a marionette puppet. Sculptural techniques including woodworking, papier-mâché and sewing come together to bring your unique puppet to life. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: David Goerk

Board Game Week

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $220

No time for analysis paralysis here. It is time to play some old classics and get introduced to some new favorite board games. Have fun learning a variety of games as we connect with old and new friends. Maximum enrollment is 16 students.

Instructor: David Goerk

Ceramic Planters

June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $220

Come explore ceramic hand-building as we create unique earthenware planting pots. This course will focus on slab and coil construction of large unique planters. A variety of carving and additive techniques, including press molds and relief work will be used to bring these pots to life. The large surface area of these planters has plenty of room to put your creativity on display. The work created in class will be fired after the completion of the course. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: David Goerk

Chess Camp

June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $220

A class for beginners and those who already love the game. Come and improve your skills as you learn more about this classic game and have fun playing with new friends. Maximum enrollment is 16 students.

Instructor: David Goerk

Comic Book Design

June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $220

Heroes needed, villains on the loose! Bring your creativity and desire to strengthen your drawing and illustration skills. Using popular comics as inspiration, we will develop characters and settings from which to bring your imagination to life. This course will introduce storyboarding, character design and page layouts to bring your comics and cartoons to a higher level. We will use graphite, ink, markers and watercolors to develop dynamic stories. There are some stories worth telling. Come and share your excitement in this exciting art form. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: David Goerk

Crazy Classics Camp!

June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 5-6

Fee: $225

Mythology, Latin, Roman history and culture will come alive in this fun and educational camp for incoming fifth- and sixth-graders. We’ll create mosaics, build an edible Roman road, design our own Roman gladiator and more! Campers will study the origins of and enjoy movies such as Hercules and Percy Jackson. We will also include some outdoor activities like a Hercules scavenger hunt and Poseidon water balloon fight. Develop a love for classics with Magistra Goldsmith at this unique camp! Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Kathryn Goldsmith

Introduction to 3D Printing

Section 1: June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 6-8

Fee: $220

Come learn how to operate a 3D printer and successfully design your own 3D objects! The lessons advance through a series of stages to help students acquire the skills they need. Students will begin by printing objects that have been pre-loaded for them so that they learn the skills needed to operate the 3D printer. They will then advance to designing objects using step-by-step tutorials so that they learn to use the CAD software and the slicing program. Finally, they will advance to free design, using the Engineering Design Process to design and print a unique object to solve a real-world problem. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructor: Teresa Rosario

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Fifth-Grade Math

Section 1: June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grade: 5

Fee: $210

The purpose of this course is to support the incoming student with a smooth transition to the fifth-grade mathematics coursework. The focus for this week will be on developing procedural fluency with whole numbers, fractions and decimals. This enriching (and FUN!) experience will prepare struggling students for the jump into the rigor of fifth-grade math. Maximum enrollment is 14 students per section.

Instructor: Wanchi Lowe

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Sixth-Grade Math

Section 1: June 3-7, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Section 2: June 10-14, 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 6

Fee: $210

The purpose of this course is to support the incoming student with a smooth transition to the sixth-grade mathematics coursework. The focus for this week will be on developing procedural fluency with fractions, decimals and percentages and getting a head start into basic algebraic equations. This enriching (and FUN!) experience will prepare struggling students for the jump into the rigor of sixth-grade math. Maximum enrollment is 14 students per section.

Instructor: Wanchi Lowe

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Seventh-Grade Math

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 7

Fee: $210

This course is designed to help rising seventh-graders prepare for the world of algebra. Students will learn to perform basic operations with integers and fractions and will use those concepts to solve algebraic equations. Games and hands-on activities will be used to help make these concepts easier to understand. Maximum enrollment is 14 students.

Instructor: Karen Compere

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Eighth-Grade Math

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 8

Fee: $210

This course is designed for rising eighth-graders who need help solidifying math concepts from seventh grade. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of pre-algebra mathematics to help ease the transition into algebra. Maximum enrollment is 14 students.

Instructor: Samantha Friday

Movies and Worldview: “What Are You Saying?”

July 8-12, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 5-8

Fee: $220

In this session of Movies and Worldview, we will explore how movies can cleverly communicate concepts. Every day we will watch a popular movie and explore its worldview. The goal: “Can you spot the lie?” Some films will be surprising! The five films we will look at are Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, Frozen, The Lego Movie, The Lion King and Toy Story 4. During and after each movie, we will have in-depth discussions about the movie’s philosophy. This course is designed to explore how a movie communicates a worldview and then test each philosophy with the Bible. Students will be stretched to think critically as they have in-depth discussions, worldview analysis and personal reflection. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Seth Nymeyer

Movies and Worldview: “What Is My Purpose?”

June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 5-8

Fee: $220

“Those who tell the stories rule society.” (Plato) Movies are one of the most accessible ways to learn how to identify a person’s worldview. Each day we will watch a different movie exploring the answer to what it means to have a “purpose.” The five films we will look at are Toy Story, Wreck-It Ralph, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Kung Fu Panda and The Lego Batman Movie. During and after each movie, we will have in-depth discussions about the movie’s philosophy. Despite each movie being animated, they provide deep and distinct explanations to “man’s purpose.” This course is designed to explore how a movie communicates a worldview and then test each philosophy with the Bible. Students will be stretched to think critically as they have in-depth discussions, worldview analysis and personal reflection. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Seth Nymeyer

Musical Theatre Workshop: The Sound of Music

Section 1: June 3-7, (Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. performance)

Section 2: June 10-14, (Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. performance)

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $360

Students will be cast in a production of The Sound of Music. Each student will be required to act, sing and dance in this show. The week will be geared for preparation for the performance on Friday evening at 7 p.m. This is a wonderful outlet for talented students to perform in a fabulous show! Each student will need to bring a water bottle, snack, and sack lunch each day. Every student will be responsible for his or her costume. Costumes will be discussed on the first day of the workshop. Maximum enrollment is 18 students per section.

Instructors: Kristi Robison-Rasnic and Leslie Williams Blum ’88

Party Planning 101

June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 6-8 girls

Fee: $250

This class is for the budding party planner extraordinaire! We’ll learn how to throw the themed party of the year from start to finish. We’ll cover the whole hostessing process, from save-the-dates to floral arrangements and decorations, from curating a theme to dressing the part! The class will wrap up the only way it could – with one big party celebrating all we’ve learned! Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Haven Burgoon

Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: The Twenty-One Balloons

Section 1: June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grade: 5

Fee: $210

As we read The Twenty-One Balloons by William Pène du Bois from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for fifth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also learn how to gather ideas, organize their thoughts and answer questions completely in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA but will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy of the book (in which they can highlight/annotate) to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Maximum enrollment is 14 students per section.

Instructor: Courtney Hamilton

Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: Tuck Everlasting

Section 1: June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Section 2: June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 5

Fee: $210

As we read Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for fifth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also learn how to gather ideas, organize their thoughts and answer questions completely in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA, but it will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy of the book (in which they can highlight/annotate) to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Maximum enrollment is 14 students per section.

Instructor: Courtney Hamilton

Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: Hatchet

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 6

Fee: $170

As we read Hatchet by Gary Paulsen from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for sixth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also work on developing creative ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and answering questions completely in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA but will benefit any students interested in improving their reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy of the book (in which they can highlight/annotate) to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Maximum enrollment is 14 students.

Instructor: Summerlyn Sharpe

Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: Where the Red Fern Grows

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grade: 6

Fee: $170

As we read Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for sixth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also work on developing creative ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and answering questions completely in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA but will benefit any students interested in improving their reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy of the book (in which they can highlight/annotate) to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Maximum enrollment is 14 students.

Instructor: Summerlyn Sharpe

Summer Reading, Seventh Grade: Belly Up

Section 1: June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Section 2: July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grade: 7

Fee: $210

As we read Belly Up by Stuart Gibbs from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for seventh grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete the reading of the novel. They will also work on developing creative ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and writing a rough draft of the summer writing assignment. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA but will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy of the book (in which they can highlight/ annotate) to class on the first day. There is no need to read the novel before class begins. Students will be required to attend class each day, where the instructor and students will read, discuss the reading and go over assignments and questions. Part of the class time will be devoted to independent work. Please understand that students will be required to read independently each day to complete the novel. Daily reading will be assigned. We recommend that students attend only one summer reading section. Maximum enrollment is 14 students per section.

Instructor: Jan Marshall

Summer Reading, Seventh Grade: Squint

Section 1: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: July 8-12, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grade: 7

Fee: $210

As we read Squint by Chad Morris and Shelly Brown from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for seventh grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete the reading of the novel. They will also work on developing creative ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and writing a rough draft of the summer writing assignment. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA but will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy of the book (in which they can highlight/annotate) to class on the first day. There is no need to read the novel before class begins. Students will be required to attend class each day, where the instructor and students will read, discuss the reading and go over assignments and questions. Part of the class time will be devoted to independent work. Please understand that students will be required to read independently each day to complete the novel. Daily reading will be assigned. We recommend that students attend only one summer reading section. Maximum enrollment is 14 students per section.

Instructor: Jan Marshall

Summer Reading, Eighth Grade: The Outsiders

Section 1: June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grade: 8

Fee: $210

As we read The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for eighth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading assignment. They will also work on developing creative ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and effectively responding to the assigned prewriting activities. We will also complete a significant portion of the summer writing assignment. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA but will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy of the book (in which they can highlight/annotate) to class on the first day. There is no need to read the novel before class begins. Students will be required to attend class each day, where the instructor and students will read, discuss the reading and go over assignments and questions. Part of the class time will be devoted to independent work. Please understand that students will be required to read independently each day to complete the novel. Daily reading will be assigned. We recommend that students attend only one summer reading section. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructor: Seth Nymeyer

Take Flight: Glider Design

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $230

Learn what makes planes take flight and then design and build your own glider. Gliders will be constructed from wood and foam. The course will introduce basic hand tools and building techniques required to get your ideas off the ground. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: David Goerk

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TCA SUMMER SCHOOL 2024 ACT AND PSAT CLASSES

About More Than a Teacher

More Than a Teacher provides locally owned test prep programs designed to help students reach their potential on standardized college entrance exams. We strive to maximize student scores with a minimum of long-term prep and repeat testing, preferring to focus on practical strategies a student can easily make use of on test day. Our full-course students typically see an increase of a little over 100 points on the PSAT and close to 3 points on the ACT.

Class Goals

Although the content and overall structure of each course is the same, each class we run is targeted toward a particular test date. Our summer school ACT course is geared toward current juniors (class of 2025) taking the June 2024 ACT, and our summer school PSAT course is geared toward current sophomores (class of 2026) taking the PSAT in the Fall of 2024.

Unlimited Return Policy

As part of our program, we allow students who have come through a class to return and take all or part of that class as a refresher, as many times as needed, at no extra charge!

Flexibility

Because we know students are busy, we provide flexibility by allowing students to mix and match and attend classes from different schedules and at different locations, as availability allows. Looking for a make-up class? Click here for the ACT and here for the PSAT/SAT. In addition to make-up classes, we also offer free weekend tutorials for students looking for extra help.

Supplemental Offerings

For students who want to build upon their work in our courses, we offer several supplemental options. All students are eligible for unlimited free practice tests and tutorials. In addition, many students benefit from personalized private tutoring with one of our experienced instructors. Past and current students are eligible for a reduced private tutoring rate.

Pricing

As part of our partnership with Trinity Christian Academy, all TCA students can take our PSAT/SAT classes at the discounted price of $549 and our ACT classes at the discounted price of $449. These discounts apply regardless of which location the student attends.

TCA Summer PSAT Class

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $549

Date Time Classes

Monday, June 24 10 a.m.-noon Introduction

Wednesday, June 26 10 a.m.-noon Math 1

Friday, June 28 10 a.m.-noon Writing 1

Monday, July 1 10 a.m.-noon Math 2

Wednesday, July 3 10 a.m.-noon Reading 1

Monday, July 8 9 a.m.-noon Practice Test

Wednesday, July 10 10 a.m.-noon Math 3

Friday, July 12 10 a.m.-noon Reading 2/Writing 2

Sunday, October 6 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Refresher

TCA Summer ACT Class

Entering grade: 12

Fee: $449

Date Time Classes

Tuesday, May 28 10 a.m.-noon Introduction

Thursday, May 30 10 a.m.-noon English

Friday, May 31 10 a.m.-noon Math

Monday, June 3 10 a.m.-noon Reading

Tuesday, June 4 10 a.m.-noon Science

Thursday, June 6 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Practice Test

Friday, June 7 10 a.m.-noon Math 2/Conclusion

Upper School

AI Scholars Course

July 8-19 (2 weeks), 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $1500

What do self-driving cars, Alexa, iPhone’s face recognition technology and ChatGPT have in common? They are driven by modern advances in artificial intelligence. Whether you’re interested in law, healthcare, art or economics, AI is poised to transform every discipline and industry in the future. AI is already all around us today, and by the end of the program, students will understand the underlying concepts and motivations behind technology such as computer vision, natural language processing and neural networks.

In this project-based program taught by Stanford, MIT and other top university researchers, we will explore the foundations of machine learning and explore different applications of machine learning models. In the first half of the course, students learn AI’s core technologies including applications, foundational concepts and programming tools through live online lectures and coding labs. Students will not only learn about different types of machine learning models but also apply those models to real data sets. In the second half of the course, students will complete an instructorled group project applying AI to the discipline of their choice (e.g., music, healthcare, astrophysics, finance, etc.), utilizing the programming skills they developed in the first half.

Instructors: Stanford, MIT and Ivy League alumni and graduate students

Bug Camp

Section 1: June 4-6 (Tuesday-Thursday), 10 a.m.-noon

Section 2: June 4-6 (Tuesday-Thursday), 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Section 3: June 11-13 (Tuesday-Thursday), 10 a.m.-noon

Section 4: June 11-13 (Tuesday-Thursday), 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 9

Fee: $135

Come have a creepy, crawly good time discovering insects! We’ll spend time catching, examining, pinning and classifying insects. We will spend time outdoors (bring water and wear sunscreen) catching out in the field, and the bugs we catch will then be classified and pinned the next day in class. Any insects that are caught and pinned can be used later in the school year in your insect collection for biology class! Come get a head start and have fun exploring the world of bugs! Maximum enrollment is 16 students per section.

Instructors: Courtney Bryson

College Application Essay Writing Workshop

Section 1: June 10-14, 9-11 a.m.

Section 2: June 10-14, 1-3 p.m.

Section 3: July 15-19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Entering grade: 12

Fee: $150

This writing workshop will focus on crafting college application essays, a requirement for most college applications. It may be only 500 words, but the admissions essay portion of a college application can mean the difference between acceptance and

rejection. How you write your personal essay shows the admissions committee why you are different from everyone else. The essay provides information about you that test scores, grades and extracurricular pursuits just cannot. Students are encouraged to bring in college application essay prompts from colleges of their choosing, and we will walk through each step of writing this essay—from gathering ideas to drafting the actual essay to editing and revising the final copy. Teachers will thoroughly read students’ polished drafts and respond with helpful commentary and suggestions. Come and see first-hand what makes an essay of this type successful! We’ll have released application essays from various colleges as models of successful and unsuccessful applications. Join this workshop and learn how to effectively and persuasively make your application essay stand out from the crowd! Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructors: Holly Bator and Diane Walton

Equipped to GO: Grow in Your Faith and Knowledge of God’s Word

June 10-14, 1-3 p.m.

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $150

Studies consistently show that young Christians aren’t reading their Bibles. About 20% have a regular and meaningful relationship with God’s Word and another one in five acknowledge never reading their Bible in a given year. Students need to know that the Bible is the main way God makes Himself known to us. TCA has always partnered with families to equip young people, and this is a unique opportunity to continue that as well as get students ready for when they leave home. Consider joining Bible Department Head Bob Dyer as he takes students through a week of “biblical study discovery.”

Mr. Dyer has taught the Bible for over thirty years in his professional career. Come be taught, encouraged and challenged in a winsome and non-threatening atmosphere. Daily content includes the Bible (overview, important facts, how to study it), the Church (history, “how and why”), apologetics (the big questions), theology/doctrine (know what you believe) and sharing and living your faith (putting what you believe into practice). We will use the Bible (ESV, NIV or NASB versions preferred), discussion, games and video. Notes will be provided. This class is for any ninth- through twelfth-grade students, but especially anyone who is new to TCA, new to the Upper School or new to the faith. Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructor: Bob Dyer

Esports at TCA

Section 1: June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Section 2: June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $225

What is Esports? Esports officially stands for electronic sports, not to be confused with video games. Esports takes video gaming to another level with organized competitive gameplay between two teams, governed by its own strict set of rules and guidelines. The difference is comparable to a pick-up basketball game at a park versus a varsity high school basketball game. Esports requires teamwork, communication, critical and strategic thinking, creativity, sportsmanship and leadership — much like traditional sports. This course is designed to prepare for the 2024-2025 year. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per section.

Instructor: Hamlong Nguyen

Freshman Summer Reading Course: The Tale of Troy

Section 1: June 3-7, 9-11 a.m.

Section 2: June 3-7, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Section 3: June 3-7, 1:45-3:45 p.m.

Section 4: June 10-14, 9-11 a.m.

Section 5: June 10-14, 11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Section 6: June 10-14, 1:45-3:45 p.m.

Entering grade: 9

Fee: $150

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and main characters in The Tale of Troy. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the approach that the students will take in reading and analyzing literature during their freshman year. Students will finish the week with a clear understanding of the work and completion of the summer reading assignment. This course does NOT address the students’ reading of the second part of the freshman summer reading assignment. Maximum enrollment is 25 students per section.

Instructor: Sally Pearce

Health

Section 1: June 3-14, 8 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 3-14, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Section 3: June 17-28, 8 a.m.–noon

Section 4: June 17-28, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Section 5: July 8-19, 8 a.m.–noon

Section 6: July 8-19, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 10-12

Fee: $380

1 trimester of Upper School credit

The goal of this course is to gain an understanding of the human body and total health by considering the physical, mental, social and spiritual influences on the whole person. We will learn health facts and health-promoting attitudes and habits. We will research and address current and critical health issues, understand the implications of high-risk behaviors and recognize God’s role in creating and sustaining our life and health. Credit cannot be given if a student misses four hours or more of class (or one day). DO NOT PLAN TRIPS OR APPOINTMENTS DURING THE SESSION. A student must attend the section for which he or she is registered. Student tablets are necessary for research and activities during the course. Maximum enrollment is 20 students per section.

Instructors: Rachel Armstrong, Russ Betts and Kerry DeWeese

Intro to Digital Graphics

June 3-7, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $380

1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art or Technology credit

This course is for students with little or no experience in digital graphics programs. The computer as an art tool is emphasized, as students learn the basics of photographic manipulation and drawing-based programs. Adobe Photoshop is the primary application studied with an emphasis on exploring the principles and elements of design. During this week, there will be a trip to an art museum in the area to explore the use of digital media in contemporary art. No prerequisite required. Maximum enrollment is 11 students.

Instructor: Frances Allen

Intro to Digital Photography

June 10-14, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $380

1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art or Technology credit

This course is for the student who wants a brief overview of digital photography. Students will learn the basics of composition and lighting and will experience Photoshop’s virtual darkroom. Discover how to make images with more visual interest than ordinary snapshots or Instagram posts. Adobe Photoshop will be the foundational tool for the course. TCA will provide cameras for use during the course. Daily off-campus excursions to photograph sites of interest will be a part of the typical class day. No prerequisite required. Maximum enrollment is 11 students.

Instructor: Jon Millet

Intro to Digital Printmaking

June 24-28, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $380

1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art or Technology credit

This course is for the student who wants to learn the basics of digital media in relationship to traditional printmaking techniques. Students will explore Adobe Photoshop, creating imagery specifically to be used in a variety of printmaking processes. Lessons will include basics of composition, good craftsmanship and creating interesting designs. Phototransfer, cyanotype, photo etching and silkscreen will be central to the lessons taught. Excursions off campus for image gathering and art exploration will be part of the week’s fun. No prerequisite required. Maximum enrollment is 11 students.

Instructor: Jon Millet

Intro to Spreadsheet Design

June 24-28, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $480 (includes the cost of a textbook)

1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit

Proficiency with Excel is critical in the business world and is an assumed skill in most college environments. Students will learn and practice the basic functionalities of Excel to design documents that convey both numerical and non-numerical information in interesting, clear and captivating formats. Charts and graphs will aesthetically summarize information. Students will learn how to create formulas from scratch and utilize built-in formulas from Excel’s vast array of built-in functions. No prerequisite required. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Teresa Rosario

Junior Summer Reading Course: The American Spirit

Section 1: June 24-28, 9-11 a.m.

Section 2: July 15-19, 9-11 a.m.

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $150

What is the personality of America? Is American leadership different from that of other nations? What famous and little-known men and women have shaped who we are? This course will read The American Spirit, a collection of speeches by renowned American historian David McCullough, a two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom. After reading Mr. McCullough’s entertaining and relevant speeches, we will complete the summer reading packets concerning The American Spirit and prepare for the summer reading assessment in August. Note: In summer 2024, incoming juniors will select EITHER The American Spirit or Flags of Our Fathers for their history summer reading book; additionally, all incoming juniors are required to read The Crucible. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructors: Katie Kilpatrick and Karen Jensen

Junior Summer Reading Course: The Crucible

Section 1: June 24-28, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Section 2: July 15-19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $150

The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s 1953 play, tells the tale of John Proctor, a man waging war against an entire community fooled by lies and hysteria that threaten to ruin his marriage, take his life and reveal his biggest secret. This course will focus on understanding the plot and significant themes of The Crucible; furthermore, the course will provide context of how the Cold War period inspired this allegory about the Salem Witch Trials. Students will complete their summer reading packets concerning The Crucible. Students will finish this course ready for an essay on The Crucible in the fall. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructors: Katie Kilpatrick and Karen Jensen

Junior Summer Reading Course: Flags of Our Fathers

Section 1: June 24-28, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Section 2: July 15-19, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $150

What makes an American hero? In World War II, everyday American boys left everyday jobs and everyday towns to risk their lives and fight fascism together as a “band of brothers.” This course will read Flags of Our Fathers, the story of the diverse United States Marines who achieved the iconic American flag raising on Iwo Jima in 1945. After reading, we will complete the summer reading packets concerning Flags of Our Fathers and prepare for the summer reading assessment in August. Note: In summer 2024, incoming juniors will select EITHER The American Spirit or Flags of Our Fathers for their history summer reading book; additionally, all incoming juniors are required to read The Crucible. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructors: Katie Kilpatrick and Karen Jensen

Latin 3 — Part 1

July 8-19, 8 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 9-12

Fee: $380

½ general elective Upper School Credit

This course is designed for students who have successfully completed both the Cambridge Latin Course Unit 1 (seventh-grade red book) and Latin Course Unit 2 (eighth-grade blue book), and who would like to earn elective credit by continuing their study in the Latin language. This summer course continues that study picking up with the Cambridge Latin Course Unit 3. Join us as we continue to grow in our Latin reading proficiency, as well as getting our first tastes of translating original ancient texts. Our story line will follow the adventures of Quintus and King Cogidubnus in the Roman province of Britain.

Instructor: Barry Birmingham

Making Men

Section 1: July 8-12, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. (approximately)

Section 2: July 22-26, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. (approximately)

Entering grades: 11-12

Fee: $700

Does society have the authority to define masculinity to our impressionable boys? What itch is being scratched by the intriguing personalities of Andrew Tate, Jocko and David Goggins? Is the cheap luster of worldly masculinity enticing our boys to become something other than followable men? Is there more to manhood than being rich, confident and outspoken? Is there more to biblical masculinity than being the “good guy” by choosing not to drink and remaining abstinent before marriage? Join Army Ranger and TCA Bible

Teacher Chris Thelen — along with contributors including other TCA faculty, dads, pastors and topical experts — for a one-week intensive course aiming to ask, ponder and conclude what God’s definition of biblical masculinity is as demonstrated through Jesus and His Spirit. Lectures, panels, immersive experiences and field trips will all be used to pursue unity, cohesion, transparency and intimacy within our band of brothers. Classroom instruction will cover dating; the neurological effects of pornography; finances and investing; processing trauma and sin; making amends; and Apologetics 101. Extracurricular activities include a 13-mile weighted hike, intro to self-defense (Krav Maga), proper firearm safety, pistol live fire and other skills (make a fire, iron a shirt, tie a bowtie, etc.). The week crescendos into a commencement ceremony where each young man formulates and presents their self-made mission statement. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructor: Chris Thelen

Math for Incoming Freshmen: Getting Prepared for Algebra

Section 1: June 3-7, 8-10 a.m.

Section 2: June 3-7, 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 9 (or 10 if new to TCA)

Fee: $150

This course is designed to help rising ninth graders prepare for algebra in the Upper School. It is recommended for students new to TCA or those previous TCA students that have struggled with math in their middle school years. Students will solidify math concepts from pre-algebra and learn fundamentals to help ease the transition to freshman algebra. Games, hands-on activities and group work will be used to help make these concepts easier to understand. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per section.

Instructor: Jalyn Wells

Senior Summer Reading: Fahrenheit 451

Section 1: June 10-14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Section 2: July 15-19, 9-11 a.m.

Section 3: July 15-19, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 12

Fee: $150

Come to this LAST summer reading class of your high school career! We will discuss the plot, characters and themes of this dystopian epic novel to prepare you to complete your summer reading essay and to enter the literary world of senior AP Literature. The class will be formatted with discussion, group work, snacks and movie watching. You will finish reading the book during the week of class by reading together in class and a bit each night. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section.

Instructor: Holly Bator

Sophomore Summer Reading Course: A Tale of Two Cities

Section 1: July 15-19, 8-10:30 a.m.

Section 2: July 15-19, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Section 3: July 15-19, 2-4:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 10

Fee: $185

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and significant themes in the masterpiece A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, which is required summer reading for incoming sophomores. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the historical background of the French Revolution, which serves as the setting for the novel. Additionally, the students will discuss their reading and complete their summer reading packets concerning A Tale of Two Cities. Students will finish the week with a clear understanding of the novel and with their assigned work. Please understand that the student must come to class with Book 1 (pages 3-51) of the novel already read. The student will be required to read each night for the next day’s class to complete Book 2 and Book 3 of the novel. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per section.

Instructor: Zoe Ellen Azzi

Sophomore Summer Reading: Henry IV, Part I

Section 1: June 3-7, 8-10 a.m.

Section 2: June 3-7, 10 a.m.-noon

Section 3: June 3-7, 1-3 p.m.

Entering grade: 10

Fee: $150

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and significant themes in Shakespeare’s masterpiece of family conflict, Henry IV, Part I. This excerpted play is required summer reading for incoming sophomores. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the historical background including the famous medieval battle that shapes this Renaissance play. Additionally, the students will watch the play and participate in acting the scenes, all while completing their required summer reading packets. Students will finish the week with a clear understanding of this beloved play. Please understand that the students will need to read each night to prepare for each day’s class. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per section.

Instructor: Zoe Ellen Azzi

Through Each Lens

Section 1: June 10-14, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Section 2: June 24-28, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Section 3: July 15-19, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 10-12

Fee: $500

Experience can be the greatest teacher. Living through an uncommon or unique situation has an edge that can cut us more than listening to a lecture or hearing a podcast. To have a true experience is to stimulate thought and cultivate conversation, which is the hope of this weeklong course. To encounter another’s true perspective of what reality is and means, commonly referred to a person’s worldview, is the goal of reading, discussing and visiting the most common worldviews in the DFW area. Not only will we learn about the ingredients that form the foundations of Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam and Mormonism, but we will visit their places of worship and hear from their practitioners to understand the fundamental differences and superficial similarities compared to Christianity. The aim for our week is to seek the beauty of Christ Jesus by laying a worldview next to the truth and then evaluating the disparity. Nobody stands nowhere. Is the next generation of Christ-followers willing to engage the world? Maximum enrollment is 25 students per section.

Instructor: Chris Thelen

Athletics

Athletic Training

Strength and Conditioning: Essential for All Athletes

The TCA Strength and Conditioning summer program is designed to help each athlete maximize their athletic potential. The program will develop athletes in the following areas: strength, explosiveness, speed, agility, quickness and mobility. Athletes will receive expert coaching with program directors Coach Lee and Coach Faldyn, TCA’s Strength and Conditioning Coaches, and their staff in a safe, fun and productive environment.

Instructors: Coaches Hayward Lee and Rachel Faldyn and Staff

Section 1: May 28-July 18 (off May 27, June 19 and July 4), Monday-Thursday, 8-9 a.m. (29 sessions)

Entering grades: 7-8 boys and girls

Fee: $290 for all summer (8 weeks/29 hours)

Although MS boys and girls will both work out at the same time, they will be working in gender-specific groups with designated staff.

Section 2: May 28-July 25 (off May 27, June 19 and July 4), Monday-Thursday (plus one Friday, on May 31), 9-11 a.m.

Entering grades: 9-12 boys

Fee: $680 for all summer (9 weeks/68 hours)

Section 3: May 28-July 25 (off May 27, June 19 and July 4), Monday-Thursday (plus one Friday, on May 31), 11 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 9-12 girls

Fee: $340 for all summer (9 weeks/34 hours)

Baseball

LS/MS Boys Baseball Camps

Section 1: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 6-8

Fee: $225

Section 2: June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-5

Fee: $186

Develop your baseball skills during this fun and productive camp. Learn from TCA coaches and players who will teach you the proper fundamentals of fielding, throwing, hitting, bunting, base running, pitching and how to play other positions. Campers will discover what it takes to become an outstanding Trojan baseball player! Bring a glove, bat, water bottle and snack; wear a T-shirt, shorts and cap. The last day of camp, wear your swimsuit and bring a towel for “Slip-n-Slide” (during the last thirty minutes of camp) to celebrate a great week! Please include your T-shirt size on your registration. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp. GO TROJANS!

Instructors: Coach Pat Leach and Staff

Basketball

Little Trojan Girls Basketball Camp

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 1-4 girls

Fee: $225

Little Trojan Girls Basketball Camp is designed to be a fun-filled introduction to the game of basketball. Students in first through fourth grade will receive individual instruction as they learn the fundamentals and overall objectives of the sport. The primary objectives for each camper will be to learn to be a good teammate and to improve fundamental skills. Workouts will consist of mind gym sessions, ball handling, shooting, rebounding and defensive drills. Shannon Mathis, TCA Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach, will lead the camp.

Instructors: Coaches Shannon Mathis and Kaylen Morrison

LS/MS Boys Basketball Camps

Section 1: June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4 boys

Section 2: June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8 boys

Fee: $225

Come and learn to play the great game of basketball the TCA Trojan way! Individual instruction will be given to all campers by coaches who are enthusiastic about the game of basketball. All phases of the game will be taught with an emphasis on the fundamentals. Each camper will be taught a variety of skills that will help him in his overall development as a basketball player. Areas to be covered include shooting, ball handling, rebounding, dribbling, passing, team play and a lot more. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp. Come get out of the heat and enjoy a great week of basketball fun!

Instructors: Coach John Price and Staff

MS Girls Basketball Camp

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8 girls

Fee: $186

Welcome to Trojan Girls Basketball! This camp is designed to prepare TCA Middle School girls for the Trojan Girls Basketball experience. The primary objectives for each camper will be to learn to be a good teammate and to improve fundamental skills. Workouts will consist of mind gym sessions, ball handling, shooting, rebounding drills, 3x3 competition and instruction on defensive techniques. Shannon Mathis, TCA Varsity Girls’ Basketball Coach, will lead the camp.

Instructors: Coaches Shannon Mathis and Kaylen Morrison

Cheer

Cross Cheer Cheerleading Camp!

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-4 girls

Fee: $200

Cross Cheer camps introduce young girls to cheerleading in a Christ-centered atmosphere. Campers will learn basic cheer techniques including motions, jumps, cheers, tumbling, stunting and a dance to music. Crafts, snacks, games and interactive devotionals are interlaced throughout each camp day to make learning about cheerleading and Jesus a blast! Look forward to an end-of-camp performance the last 30 minutes of camp. All elements of the routine, including music, will be appropriate and Christian-based.

Instructors: Cross Cheer Coaching Staff

Little Trojan Cheer Camp

Section 1: June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 1-2 girls

Section 2: June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3-4 girls

Fee: $196

Come spend a SPIRIT-filled week with the varsity cheerleaders and learn some of the awesome cheer skills they perform at games and pep rallies. Each group will spend time learning cheers, chants, jumps, stunts and a dance to fun music. Parents can see all the new cheer and dance moves at the show-off performance at the end of camp on Friday, June 30. Cheerleaders who participate in this camp will be offered the first opportunity to register for a clinic in the fall which will allow them to perform at either the pep rally (grades 1-2) or on the football field (grades 3-4) during Little Trojan Week in the fall. New material is taught each summer. NOTE: Please bring a water bottle and a snack. Maximum enrollment is 60 students per section.

Instructors: Coach Tiffany Ruffcorn and Staff

Sideline Cheer Prep Camp

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 5-7 girls

Fee: $235

Do you want to know what it’s like to be a sideline cheerleader? Have you ever wondered what it’s like to cheer for a football or basketball team? Come join us for a week of fun learning cheers, chants, dances, stunts, signs and so much more. We will focus on the technique of sideline cheer: motions, jumps and how to yell, smile and engage a crowd. Parents can come see a small show-off at the end of camp on July 12. Note: Participation in this camp does not guarantee a spot on a future TCA cheer team. Maximum enrollment is 30 students

Instructors: Coach Tiffany Ruffcorn and Staff

Dance

Little Pom Dance Camp

Section 1: June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 1-2 girls

Section 2: June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3-4 girls

Fee: $235

Come spend a SPIRIT-filled week with the TCA Pom team and learn some of their sideline routines, a dance and our school’s fight song! We will be offering the full three hours for dance only. The entire time will be spent learning fun dance routines with your very own pom-poms that you will keep. Parents can see all the new dance moves at the show-off performance at the end of camp on Friday, June 28. Dancers who participate in this camp will be offered the first opportunity to register for a clinic in the fall which will allow them to perform at either the pep rally (grades 1-2) or on the football field (grades 3-4) during Little Trojan Week in the fall. New material is taught each summer. NOTE: Please bring a water bottle and a snack. Maximum enrollment is 60 students per section.

Instructors: Coach Claire Schmidt and Staff

Football

Flag Football Camp

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3-5 boys

Fee: $215

Join some of the Trojan football coaches and players for this introductory football skills development camp. Learn the basics of throwing, catching, offense and defense. Learn the TCA Trojan football culture and what it means to be “Dangerous and Good.” This is a great opportunity for your son to try out football, to learn how to be successful in it and to have a ton of fun! Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your son’s love for football!

Instructors: Coach Steve Mercer and Staff

MS Trojan Football Camp

June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 6-8 boys

Fee: $225

Are you ready for some football? This camp will be geared towards getting your son and his team ready for fall football at TCA. We will practice some of the TCA plays, and we will play some 7 on 7. The camp will be led by TCA varsity coaches and some varsity Trojan football players. Be prepared to learn the skills needed to succeed as a TCA football player! Come ready to play in a T-shirt, shorts, cleats or tennis shoes and cap. Bring a water bottle. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructors: Coach Steve Hayes and Staff

Kidokinetics Specialty Sports Camps

Let’s Jump and Archery Combo Camp

June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $235

Kidokinetics USA Archery Fundamentals and Let’s Jump programs are designed for elementary children looking to learn the basics of these fantastic activities! As an official partner of USA Archery, our camps utilize their nationally recognized curriculum. Lead coaches are certified by USA Archery for safety and quality of curriculum presentation. Let’s Jump activities combine jump rope basics with relays, obstacle courses, music and games for a full-body workout that’s anything but boring! This combo camp gets kids excited about fitness and healthy habits. All activities promote agility, balance and coordination. Let’s Jump and Archery create kids that are confident and empowered! Maximum enrollment is 18 students.

Instructors: Kidokinetics Staff

Net It Out!

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $188

The “Net It Out” experience is designed to introduce young children to a variety of net games. During this week, the camp will help children learn the fundamentals of tennis, pickleball, badminton and volleyball. Net games are great for developing key physical skills including agility, accuracy and coordination in a team-oriented environment. Fun games and basic skill introduction create a positive learning environment and self-confidence! Maximum enrollment is 18 students.

Instructors: Kidokinetics Staff

NFL Play 60 Flag Football

July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades:1-4

Fee: $235

Kidokinetics is pleased to partner with NFL Flag Football to provide this fun summer camp program. Flag Football enables participants to learn and play the game in a tackle-free environment. Players will build confidence as they are taught the fundamentals of football, teamwork and sportsmanship. Our coaches utilize NFL-provided curriculum to develop the necessary skills to be successful, including agility, speed, coordination, strength and accuracy. Maximum enrollment is 30 students.

Instructors: Kidokinetics Staff

NinjaPlay

June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $235

Unleash your child’s inner ninja in our exciting NinjaPlay program! Is your child ready to embark on an adventure filled with stealth, agility and fun? Look no further! NinjaPlay is designed to ignite your child’s imagination and physical prowess in a safe and supportive environment. Led by experienced coaches, our class offers a unique blend of martial arts, agility training and problem-solving activities that will sharpen your child’s mind and body. Through interactive games and specialized exercises, children will learn the fundamental skills of a ninja, including balance, coordination and quick reflexes, while building confidence and having FUN! Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructors: Kidokinetics Staff

Pickleball and Golf Combo Camp

June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-2

Fee: $235

Our combo camp provides a fun and engaging introduction to the fastest-growing sport in the United States and the classic game of golf! Pickleball is the perfect blend of tennis, badminton and table tennis, making this an exciting, teamwork-oriented activity for young boys and girls. The fun and engaging curriculum is great for developing essential skills such as agility, coordination, balance, accuracy, speed and confidence! The First Tee Golf program is a fun and innovative way for your child to learn the basics of golf, utilizing curriculum and equipment designed for young players. With oversized club faces, color-coded grips and target-oriented training tools, your child will be on his or her way to mastering the four basic shots of golf in no time! Not only will your child develop and improve golf skills, but our curriculum is designed to instill important life-enhancing values as well. Students will learn about respect, honesty and perseverance, all while having a blast on the green. Register your kiddos for a week of learning and playing fun, lifelong sports! Maximum enrollment is 16 students.

Instructors: Kidokinetics Staff

Speed/Agility and Target Time Combo Camp

Section 1: July 8-12, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2-4

Section 2: July 8-12, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $235

Speed/Agility Camp is made to allow your child to unleash their inner athleticism and competitiveness, whether they are involved in sports or not! It’s important for kids to

learn how to move, like running, jumping, skipping — you name it! We want to make them enjoyable. These specific movements and coordination increase levels of confidence and improvement of any fitness level. Our goal is to make getting active fun, while also learning how to move the body well. Speed and agility enhance balance, flexibility and coordination in all areas of life! These skills will not only increase performance but will get your child wanting to get outside and get active. The alternate portion of this class is Target Time! This program focuses on game play that develops precision, coordination and concentration — all while introducing children to new sports and activities. The engaging coaches lead target-oriented games like bean bag toss, golf, archery, bowling and darts, helping kids build essential skills in a fun and engaging way. With Target Time, your child will gain the confidence they need to hit any target that comes their way. They’ll love the challenge of learning new sports and skills, and you’ll love seeing them grow and thrive! Maximum enrollment is 20 students per section.

Instructors: Coach Abbi Parker (Speed/Agility) and Kidokinetics Staff

(Target Time)

SportsPlay!

July 8-12, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-1

Fee: $235

Looking for a fun way for your child to stay active? SportsPlay by Kidokinetics is for you! Our programs are designed to introduce kids to a variety of sports and activities, helping them build essential skills while having a blast. With options like golf, tennis, basketball, baseball, football, hockey and more, there’s something for every interest. Each week features a warmup, an introduction to a new sport or activity, free play, cool down and an age-appropriate anatomy and physiology lesson. Not only is SportsPlay a great way for kids to have fun and stay active, but it also promotes healthy habits and positive socialization! Maximum enrollment is 16 students.

Instructors: Kidokinetics Staff

Martial Arts

Martial Arts and PE Games Combo Camp

Section 1: June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: K-1

Section 2: June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2-4

Fee: $225

Students who are interested in learning basic or intermediate martial arts and selfdefense skills are encouraged to attend. Beginners will take steps toward earning their yellow belt while those with experience will have an intense week of working toward their next advancement level. Fitness, blocks, kicks, punches, katas and so much more will be covered through the professional instruction of David Abadie from North Dallas Martial Arts. The alternate portion of the morning will be spent engaged in some good old-fashioned fun with expert PE Coach Carla Getz. This will be a week filled with your favorite creative PE games from the school year in the gym, on the field and on the track. Add in some water games and this will make for a wild week of pure FUN! Boys and girls are welcome! Maximum enrollment is 15 students per section Instructors: David Abadie (Martial Arts) and Coach Carla Getz (PE Games)

Softball

LS/MS Softball Camp

June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 4-8 girls

Fee: $225

Join Coach Sharpe and current and former varsity players for this summer girls softball camp. Girls will receive one-on-one instruction to develop fundamentals such as fielding and situational softball. Campers will be instructed on age-appropriate game skills, as the girls will be grouped by age. For younger girls, the focus will be individual skills, including proper positions, rules of the game and working with teammates. The focus for the older girls will be on preparing them for MS and varsity softball at TCA.

Instructors: Coach Summerlyn Sharpe and Staff

Soccer

LS Soccer Camp

Section 1: June 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: July 8-12, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: K-4

Fee $225

Boys and girls will enjoy a week out on the soccer pitch. We’ll focus on improving individual technique, skill development and the fundamentals of team play. Perfect for players of all levels, our program challenges each camper to expand his or her athletic horizons. Offense, defense, footwork, passing, shooting and rules of the game are all taught in a supportive and fun atmosphere. Join us for a fun week of skill growth and teamwork. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructors: TCA Coaching Staff (Section 1) and Coach Abbi Parker (Section 2)

MS Boys Soccer Camp

June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $186

Does your son love the game? Sign him up for this one-week, intensive training camp, where he will spend time with highly qualified coaches, improving his soccer skills in a healthy and fun environment. The camp aims to improve your child’s ball skills with fun and competitive games that will challenge him while helping him to learn new skills and understand the game better. Participants should come ready to play with cleats, shin guards, a soccer ball and plenty of water. Players will receive a camp T-shirt, so please include your son’s shirt size in your registration. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructors: Coach Zach Loyd and Staff

MS Girls Soccer Camp

June 3-7, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $225

Your daughter will have an opportunity to join her friends to get to know what the TCA Middle School girls soccer program is all about! Playing good soccer requires a strong team identity and good chemistry; the more the girls play together as a group, the better they will play together as a MS team. Girls will work with TCA coaches on the fundamental activities that will be an important part of their MS soccer experience, giving a great boost to their skill development and understanding of the game. Just as important, each student will leave camp knowing what she can work on at home to continue to improve as a soccer player. Participants should come ready to play with cleats, shin guards, a soccer ball and plenty of water. Players will receive a camp T-shirt, so please include your daughter’s shirt size in your registration. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructors: Coach Abbi Parker and Staff

Tennis

Next Step Tennis Training

June 24-28

Entering grades: 4-8

Fee: $225

This week of camp is for tennis players who have prior experience playing tennis with possible aspirations of playing for TCA’s Middle School and Upper School teams in years to come. We will be emphasizing growth in the fundamentals of tennis but pressing players with more challenging drills. We will be emphasizing match readiness by discussing strategy, working on specific parts of our games to help grow in match play and playing a lot of live-ball and point play situational drills and matches. Come learn, hit with and work on your tennis game with former college tennis player and Varsity Head Tennis Coach Zane Nelson and with some TCA players to improve your tennis game in these three-hour camp sessions. Individuals will need to bring their own tennis racket and plenty of water. Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructors: Coach Zane Nelson and Staff

Tennis and All Sports Combo Camp

Section 1: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-4

Section 2: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $225

We are excited to SERVE up a taste of both tennis and fun sports during this camp week. Come learn the fundamentals of tennis with Varsity Head Coach Zane Nelson and his TCA players through interactive drills, live-ball point play, agility and hand-eye preparation. More advanced players will be equipped with tools to increase their level of play. Enjoy an hour and a half of fun and fitness at the TCA courts as we use a variety of skill-appropriate balls. A tennis racket is not required, but it is preferred to ensure the correct fit per child. Have fun with friends, keep fit and master new skills during the “All Sports” portion of this camp. Coach Getz will introduce skills associated with sports such as soccer, flag football, wiffle ball, kickball, ultimate frisbee and anything else we can find to have fun outside. Floor hockey, basketball and other indoor games may also give relief from summer heat. This will be a high-energy week of skill building! Maximum enrollment is 20 students per section.

Instructors: Coaches Zane Nelson (Tennis) and Coach Carla Getz (All Sports)

Tennis and Self Defense Combo Camp

Section 1: June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 1-4

Section 2: June 17-18 and 20-21 (off Wednesday), 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5-8

Fee: $186

We are excited to SERVE up a taste of both tennis and self-defense training during this camp week. Come learn the fundamentals of tennis with Varsity Head Coach Zane Nelson and his TCA players through interactive drills, live-ball point play, agility and hand-eye preparation. More advanced players will be equipped with tools to increase their level of play. Enjoy an hour and a half of fun and fitness at the TCA courts as we use a variety of skill-appropriate balls. A tennis racket is not required, but it is preferred to ensure the correct fit per child. In addition, students who are interested in learning basic or intermediate self-defense skills are encouraged to attend. Instruction will include various martial arts self-defense drills, fitness tips and basic training on various kickboxing and sparring styles. Students will enjoy the fellowship, teamwork and leadership skill training. Students will participate in non-contact drills set up for this class. Maximum enrollment is 20 students per section.

Instructors: Coach Zane Nelson (Tennis) and David Abadie (Self Defense)

Volleyball

LS/MS Girls Volleyball Camp

Section 1: June 10-14, 9 a.m.-noon

Section 2: June 24-28, 9 a.m.-noon

Entering grades: 2-5 girls

Fee: $225

Do you love volleyball or want to learn the game? Then this is the camp for you! Learn the fundamentals or brush up on your techniques of passing, setting, serving, blocking and hitting in a fun environment. You will experience game-like situations, competition and lots of fun! Players from the US volleyball program will also contribute to your camp experience. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructors: Coach Megan Elgie and Staff

MS Girls Volleyball Camp

Section 1: June 10-14, 1-4 p.m.

Section 2: June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 6-8 girls

Fee: $225

Do you love the sport of volleyball? Then this is the camp for you! Learn the fundamentals or brush up on your techniques of passing, setting, serving, blocking and hitting in a fun environment. This camp is geared to preparing you for MS and US tryouts. You will experience game-like situations, lots of repetitions, competition and lots of fun! Players from the US volleyball program will also contribute to your camp experience. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructors: Coach Megan Elgie and Staff

MS Girls Volleyball Skills

Section 1: June 4-27, Tuesdays and Thursdays only (8 sessions) 4-5 p.m.

Fee: $200

Section 2: July 2 and July 9-25, Tuesdays and Thursdays only (7 sessions), 4-5 p.m.

Fee: $175

Entering grades: 7-8 girls

Serve it up with us and discover how fun and exciting volleyball can be! These skills sessions will maximize fun by including an exciting mix of instruction, drills and games to develop the fundamental volleyball skills of passing, setting, serving and hitting. This is a great way to further develop skills in preparation for volleyball season.

Instructors: Varsity Head Coach Megan Elgie and Assistant Coach Jasmine Anglin

Wrestling

LS/MS Boys Wrestling Camp

June 24-28, 1-4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3-6 boys

Fee: $225

Unleash the warrior spirit within your child with our Wrestling Camp — a unique experience where the art of wrestling meets biblical principles! Rooted in values of strength, discipline and resilience, our camp not only teaches the fundamentals of wrestling but also incorporates biblical teachings to inspire character development. Our experienced coaches are dedicated to fostering a positive environment where kids not only learn physical skills but also gain insights from timeless stories of courage and perseverance. Through wrestling drills and interactive discussions, children will discover parallels between the challenges they face on the mat and the moral lessons found in the Bible. This holistic approach aims to instill a strong foundation in both wrestling skills and faith-based values. Embrace the opportunity to see your child grow not only as an athlete but as an individual with a deepened sense of purpose and moral compass. Join us for a summer where wrestling skills and biblical principles converge for an unforgettable journey of self-discovery. Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructors: Coach Wes Brenner and Staff

Trinity Christian Academy desires to educate and develop the whole person for the glory of God by helping equip each student to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and to become a faithful disciple of Him.