Summer@TCA

Welcome to our 2023 Summer@TCA!

We are excited to offer our most diverse and enriching menu of classes ever! 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 the Summer@TCA catalog to see what’s available for your child during the summer of 2023. Registration for summer sessions can be accessed online through the TCA website and on the Summer@TCA Resource Board.

General Schedule Information:

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

• Children entering grades K–5 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 might 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 only session or a full-day camp session will be conveniently picked up through a staff-run carpool line outside the Upper School 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 are excited to see your child at Summer@TCA 2023!

Thank you,

Steve Mercer SUMMER SCHOOL DIRECTOR

Justin Zappia DIRECTOR OF AUXILIARY PROGRAMS

Eligibility

• Open enrollment to any child entering kindergarten (five years old by Sept. 1, 2023) through twelfth grade in fall 2023 as listed in the Summer@TCA catalog.

• 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 and 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.

• 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.

• 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 under-enrolled 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.

More Schedule Information

• All morning campers will be escorted to the Upper School Cafeteria after their morning session for a supervised lunch, movie and/or playground time from noon to 1 p.m. at (A $25 fee for the week will be charged for those who choose to stay for the lunch hour.) If your child needs to be picked up earlier than the 1 p.m. carpool, please park in the north lot behind the Upper School 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 afternoon sessions.

• 1 p.m. carpool will run outside the Upper School.

• Those campers who attend an afternoon session will be directed to afternoon carpool at 4 p.m. where parents can conveniently pick up through the line. If a student needs to leave camp earlier than 4 p.m., parents must park in the north lot behind the Upper School 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 also need to bring a snack or snacks and drink. 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 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 confirmation email received prior to the start of your child’s camp week and place it 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 should 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 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.

Safety, Discipline and Misconduct

• The safety of each camper is of utmost importance to TCA. All camp safety rules must be followed by each camper.

• There is no supervision for students who are not enrolled in a class or camp. All students on campus must be enrolled in a class or camp, unless they are conducting other official business while on TCA premises.

• Students participating in Summer@TCA are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior that will not interfere with the educational environment nor detract from our religious purposes. All campers are expected to follow TCA’s Parent and Student Handbook. A copy of the handbook is available upon request.

• TCA staff reserves the right to dismiss any camper whose conduct, behavior or actions are inappropriate.

• No refund will be provided to any camper who is removed from a class for disciplinary reasons.

Dress Code

• The dress code at Summer@TCA is casual but should not cause a distraction. No offensive or foul language is allowed on any items. Staff at Summer@TCA reserves the right to dismiss any camper for inappropriate dress.

Course Calendar

Here’s a breakdown of all the summer courses week by week. Full-day and half-day camps are the options shaded blue below. In addition, there are some sessions that are offered during shorter time slots, which include some athletic training sessions and Upper School academic and enrichment courses. Read full descriptions with fees and other information for each course or camp on pages 10–26.

WEEK 1: MAY 30 –JUNE 1 (TU – F ONLY )

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WEEK 2: JUNE 5 –9

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UPPER

The Tale of Troy Section 1

Part 1 Section

Application Essay Writing Workshop Section 1 (for seniors)

Summer Reading: The Tale of Troy Section 2

Camp Section 2 (for freshmen, Tu–Th)

Prepared for Algebra Section 2 (freshmen & new sophomores)

Section 2 (grades 10–12, week 1 of 2)

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Sophomore Summer Reading: Henry IV Part 1 Section 3

p.m. Senior Summer Reading: Fahrenheit 451 Section 1

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LOWER SCHOOL

WEEK 3: JUNE 12–16

UPPER SCHOOL

MIDDLE SCHOOL

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Money 101 Section 1 (juniors, seniors & 2023 graduates) 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Writing Refresher Course Section 1 (Mon. 7/12, grades 10–12) 2 p.m.–4 p.m.

Writing Refresher Course Section 2 (Tues. 7/13, grades 10–12) 2 p.m.–4 p.m.

Writing Refresher Course Section 3 (Wed. 7/14, grades 10–12) 2 p.m.–4 p.m.

Writing Refresher Course Section 4 (Thur. 7/15, grades 10–12) 2 p.m.–4 p.m.

Writing Refresher Course Section 5 (Fri. 7/16, grades 10–12) 2 p.m.–4 p.m.

ATHLETIC TRAINING FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL AND UPPER SCHOOL

MS/US Boys Athletic Development 8 –9:30 a.m., M –Th Grades 5 –12

MS/US Girls Athletic Development 10–11:30 a.m., M–Th Grades 5 –12

Course Calendar, continued

Here’s a breakdown of all the summer courses week by week. Full-day and half-day camps are the options shaded blue below. In addition, there are some sessions that are offered during shorter time slots, which include some athletic training sessions and Upper School academic and enrichment courses. Read full descriptions with fees and other information for each course or camp on pages 10–26.

WEEK 4: JUNE 20 –23 (TU – F ONLY )

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LOWER SCHOOL

MIDDLE SCHOOL

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WEEK 5: JUNE 26 –30

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WEEK 7: JULY 10 –14

MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEEK 8: JULY 17–21

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TROJAN DAY CAMP TROJAN DAY CAMP

TCA full-day camp each week June 12 through July 14

Entering grades K–5 | Fee: $375 ($300–week of June 20; $225–week of July 5)

ART, SPORTS, STEM, BIBLE, WORLD LANGUAGES, WATER ACTIVITIES AND OUTDOOR COMPETITIONS Reserve your child’s spot today!

TrinityChristian.org/summer

Day Camp Sky Ranch® Day Camp

Lower School

American Girl Doll Adventures

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 26–30, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 1–2

Fee: $225

Bring your favorite American Girl Doll (or any favorite doll) to camp, where we will unleash your creativity by making matching clothes, jewelry and hairstyles. We will also have our dolls help us perform cool experiments and creative crafts, all while learning about the history of American Girl Dolls. This week will also include baking, a tea party, American Girl Doll books and stories, games and lots of laughter and fun as each girl will bring her imagination to life and we enjoy daily American Girl Doll Adventures. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Candace Redden and Jennifer Franz

American Girl Food & Fun

Section 1: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $250

Molly, Kit and Samantha go cooking it’s 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 classics like Toad in a Hole, coffee cake, deviled eggs, applesauce cupcakes, ambrosia, Cincinnati Chili, Apple Brown Betty, cream cheese and cucumber sandwiches and chicken salad sandwiches. Bring your doll. While food is in the oven or chilling in the ice box, we will have table topics or read about what life was like for these American girls in history. We will end with a tea party on Friday. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Peterson

Animal Adventure Camp

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 1–2

Fee: $225

Explore God’s amazing creation of animals. We will spend a week immersed in everything animal! We will begin our week with prehistoric dinosaurs and continue our exploration of animals from Africa, the rainforest, the ocean and animals that make great pets. Each day we explore different animals through educational activities, including stories, games, crafts, guest speakers, up-close animal encounters and more! We will also be making delicious animal-themed snacks! We hope you can join us for a “pawsome” week of critter fun! Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Candace Redden and Jennifer Franz

Center Stage Summer Theater Camp

Section 1: July 10–14, 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, help create and perform an exciting original production. The camp will culminate in a finale showcase production on Friday, July 15, from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructor: Marcelle Livesay Hamilton

Chopped Jr. & Cupcake Wars

Section 1: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $250

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. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Peterson

Christmas Cooking in June—Baking and Chilling

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $250

Hark! The herald angels cook! As it heats up in Texas you will be cooking and creating to remind you of a cooler time in Texas. How about an iced hot chocolate or a melted snowflake? Or a strawberry Santa while we make a candy wreath? Or reindeer sloppy joe sliders while building an ice cream snowman? Or a Christmas charcuterie while we make melting snowman s’mores? Maybe your Elf on the Shelf will want to fly in for this one. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Peterson

Dog Days of Summer

Section 1: June 20–26, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 3–4

Fee: $215

Come celebrate the dog days of summer with Mrs. Lee. Let’s emBARK on a new adventure with puppy crafts and creations, games, recipes, stories and even donations for a shelter. Let’s have some DOGgone FUN! Maximum enrollment is 12 students per class.

Instructor: Allison Lee

Fine Arts for Kids

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: K–2

Fee: $215

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

Section 1: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: 4 (TCA students only)

Fee: $200

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

Good Thyme Gardening Camp

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $215

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

LEGO® Films and Stop-Motion!

Section 1: June 26–30, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades 2–4

Section 2: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: K–2

Fee: $245

Take your stop-motion movies to the next level. First, create a story with Stikbots, LEGO bricks, action figures or all three! Then, watch your story come to life using special stopmotion software that allows you to add special effects and go beyond the typical software on a mobile device. Students will need to bring in figures, Stikbots or LEGO bricks from home, but all other equipment will be provided. Student-created films will be available on a password-protected website to share with friends and family. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Black Rocket Staff

LEGO® Land

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $215 ($168 Week of June 20)

Does your child love to build with LEGO bricks? If so, this is the place to be during the summer of 2023! 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 13 students.

Instructor: Amy Massinger

Little Inventors

Section 1: June 26–30, 1–4 p.m

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $250

Are you ready to innovate? Get your creative juices flowing in this project-based program, where you will identify the need for an invention, think on your feet and create structures and solutions. Campers also learn about famous inventors and internalize how recent innovations improve our lives. Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructor: SPARK Staff

Little Shoppers

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $250

Do you like to shop till you drop? In this practical program, campers become savvy shoppers through games and hands-on projects. Experiential bartering and purchasing activities help students internalize key concepts related to money choices, like needs versus wants. Campers analyze marketing power, put their cashier math skills to the test and engage in dynamic marketplaces, taking turns as buyers and sellers! Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructor: SPARK Staff

Multiplication Mania!

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3–5

Fee: $200

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 grades 3, 4 or 5, 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 per class.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Musical Story Magic

Section 1: June 12–16 , 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $215

There’s magic in a story and magic in a song! Join TCA music teacher Jennifer Ross for a picture book a day. Campers will add songs, rhymes, instruments, dancing and props to turn each story into something magical. Campers will also make crafts and snacks inspired by the stories and the music. Sign up now before spots disappear! Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Jennifer Ross

My First Lemonade Stand

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades K–1

Section 2: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 1–4 p.m., entering grades 2–4

Fee: $200

Let’s sell lemonade! Young students become “lemonade entrepreneurs” and learn how to make yummy lemonade and earn money selling it! From designing marketing flyers to estimating profits to experimenting with recipes, students have fun while developing business savvy. As a showcase event, students launch their lemonade stand to raise money for a charity they select! Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructor: SPARK Staff

My First Passport

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $250

This fun camp helps students develop a global mindset and build international awareness early in life, an important skill in today’s increasingly interconnected world. Students explore cultural differences across countries and languages, learn about different currencies, country flags, famous landmarks and current global events, play geography games and come up with solutions to global problems like world hunger, poverty and pollution. Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructor: SPARK Staff

My First Piggy Bank

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon,

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $250

Earn, save, spend, donate! Let’s learn about money! This innovative program provides a solid foundation on financial literacy for kids in a fun setting. Games and hands-on activities help campers internalize key concepts (like money, budgeting and saving) in an engaging and supportive environment fostering teamwork. Students use their arts & crafts skills to make their own piggy banks! Maximum enrollment is 20 students.

Instructor: SPARK Staff

Ocean Adventures

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $215

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! Space is limited to 12 students.

Instructor: Jenifer Johnson

Race Across the Rainforest Camp

Section 2: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $230

Race into an unforgettable journey through the amazing Amazon Rainforest with Challenge Island book characters Daniel, Joy, Kimani and DaVinci. You and your STEAM Team will zip through the jungle’s action-packed layers, taking on challenges inspired by the rainforest’s awesome animal inhabitants from the playful monkeys to the hungry jaguars to the slithering anacondas on the dark and creepy forest floor. This magical camp is a must for all kids who love animals, books and endless adventure! Maximum enrollment is 15 students per class.

Instructor: Challenge Island Staff

Reading, Writing and Arithmetic Camp by Challenge Island

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 3–5

Fee: $200

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, enabling the camp coach to customize a program of study targeting individual needs. Sign up for one week or both weeks to maximize success! Please send a water bottle and a healthy snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 15 students per class.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Safari: Mystery Field Trip Adventures

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fee: $395

Section 2: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Fee: $490

Entering grades 3–4

If you like adventures, you’ll love this program which promises a new adventure every day! Each day we will get off campus and explore the unknown (well, Mrs. Manhkong knows she’s just big on grand reveals). Perhaps we will explore the seas, come eye to eye with tigers or climb to great heights! There’s no telling where you might end up, but one thing is for sure . . . it will be one safari you will never forget!

Instructor: Haleigh Manhkong

Silly Snacks & Crazy Concoctions

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $250

Hard time figuring out a snack after school? Get rid of the 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. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Peterson

Sky Ranch Day Camp

Section 1: May 29–June 2, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 17–21

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 six separate 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 drink. Enrollment is limited to 100 campers per week. Please register for Day Camp through Sky Ranch at https://skyranch.org/pages/day-camp.

Instructors: Sky Ranch Counselors

Slimetopia by Challenge Island

Section 2: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades K–1

Fee: $240

Welcome to Slimetopia an ooey, gooey, squishy, squashy, slippery, stretchy slime-drenched camp extravaganza! Learn the science behind the slime while opening your own Slime-topia Theme Park. Make at least 10 different kinds of the addictively playful polymer from butter to bubble, from crunchy to munchy, from fluffy to floamy, from unicorn to colorchanging, we’ve got you and your STEAM Team covered (in slime, that is!). Don’t miss out on this Challenge Island bestseller! Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Challenge Island Staff

Slimetopia 2: Total Slime Takeover by Challenge Island

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Fee: $240

By colossally popular demand comes this squishy, squashy, stretchy sequel to our bestselling Slimetopia camp. This time, the world is being taken over by slime! You and your STEAM Team will ooze with excitement as you visit countries across the globe, making a different kind of slime at each destination. From Italian pizza slime to Antarctic penguin slime to Hawaiian lava slime to tons of other slippy, drippy, gooey, global slimes in between. Maximum enrollment is 18 students.

Instructor: Challenge Island Staff

Songs of the Sea

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–2

Fee: $168

“Tuna” up your “scales” and “wave” goodbye to boredom on the musician-“ship”! Join TCA music teacher Jennifer Ross for Songs of the Sea. Campers will sing, say, dance and play, keeping their music skills in “ship” shape. We will also make crafts and snacks inspired by the ocean. You’ll “shore” be glad you came. “Sea” you there! Maximum enrollment is 16 students.

Instructor: Jennifer Ross

Space Adventures Camp

Section 1: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 1–2

Fee: $215

Come join us on an adventure as we “take off” and become space explorers and learn 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”! Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Instructor: Candace Redden

Splish Splash

Section 1: June 26–30, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–2

Fee: $215

Get wet, get wild! When things heat up this summer, cooling your spirits with some outdoor water activities is just what the doctor ordered. Enjoy a week full of slip ’n slides, water balloons and super soakers. You’ll also love the indoor time too with the use of water colors, the creation of watermelon art and plenty of other water-themed activities. Don’t forget your bathing suit and a towel for the car ride home! This camp will be the coolest!

Enrollment is limited to 20 students.

Instructors: Kaylen Morrison

Summer of Science

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades 3–4

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 paper airplane design will fly the farthest?” and “What boat design will hold the most weight?”

Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Instructor: John Garcia

Sunshine Girls: Girls on a Mission

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 1–4

Fee: $225

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, both 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. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

Instructor: Candace Redden and Jennifer Franz

Trojan Day Camp

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 20–23, (Tu–F only) 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 3: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 4: July 5–July 7, (W–F only) 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 5: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Entering grades K–4

Fee: $375 ($300-week of June 20; $225-week of July 5)

Trinity Christian Academy is so excited to continue to grow its own amazing day camp for the third 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, world language, 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

Weird Nature Science

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades K–1

Fee: $250

Have you ever wanted to be a scientist? Or to increase your understanding of the natural world? Well, you’re in luck! In this class, we’ll be learning about physics and the natural world through fun, easy science experiments that you can take home. We’ll learn about states of matter through building volcanos; we’ll learn about sound through creating “naturally occurring speakers.” Along the way, we’ll be taking our experiments outside in order to improve the environment at our school by planting simple gardens and making bird feeders. It’s the perfect club if you love science, nature, engineering or just making things blow up. This class has a maximum enrollment of 12.

Instructor: Vineyard App Camp Staff

Wookie Cookies,

Yoda Soda & Other Jedi Treats: Star Wars Cooking

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $200

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. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Mica Peterson

World Cruise Camp by Challenge Island

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $230

Set sail for imagination and adventure with this world-class camp! You and your first mates will design a cruise ship and embark on a voyage around the globe. You’ll engineer your way through the world’s most popular ports: from the Alaskan glaciers to Ancient Greece to the canals of Venice to the Galapagos Islands. See you on the Lido Deck for our Sail Away Party and STEAMtastic high seas adventure! Maximum enrollment is 18 students.

Instructor: Challenge Island Staff

Young Coders

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–2

Fee: $245

This class is for curious young minds who want to take the first steps into the world of programming. Student explorers will use their creativity to solve a series of web-based coding challenges. Each lesson builds fluency in essential digital skills needed for the future. At the end of the class, students will receive access to the interactive learning platform to continue their coding journey at home.

Instructor: Black Rocket Staff

Art of Scripture Journaling

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $245

This will be a guided course through selected chapters of the Bible. The class will read and discuss Scripture and then create original artworks through drawings, collage and watercolor. Responding with art allows students to slow down and better see the beauty and depth of the Word. Artworks created will help to recall, apply and share the teachings of Scripture. This class will teach the basics of art journaling with an introduction and emphasis on drawing. Enjoy this for one week or leave with the tools that create a lifelong practice of loving and communicating to the Lord through the arts.

Instructor: David Goerk

Ceramics Earthenware

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $245

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 have plenty of room to put your creativity on display. The work will be fired after the completion of the course.

Instructor: David Goerk

Code Breakers

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades 5–8

Fee: $245

Calling all future coders, programmers and designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be a Silicon Valley CEO or the high school student who just made $1 million for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build in previous years. Maximum enrollment is 12 students.

Instructor: Black Rocket Staff

Middle School

Comic Book Design

Section 1: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $245

Heroes needed, villains on the loose! Bring your creativity and desire to strengthen your drawing and illustration skills. Using American and Japanese 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.

Instructor: David Goerk

Debate Camp

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $200

Students learn the art of persuasion and help select debate topics they find interesting. Students work in rotating groups and practice their debating skills in a supportive environment, including developing arguments, issuing rebuttals, providing examples, rebuilding their case and summarizing points of view. Young debaters learn to think on their feet and enhance their public-speaking skills, gaining self-confidence in the process. Maximum enrollment is 16 students.

Instructor: SPARK Staff

Eighth-Grade Latin Bootcamp

Section 1: July 17–21, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 8

Fee: $200

This class will help incoming eighth-graders gain confidence for eighth-grade Latin. We will review important concepts from seventh-grade Latin that will carry over into the eighthgrade Latin curriculum. This session will not only increase your Latin skills but will also include Latin derivatives that are vocabulary in the eighth-grade History/English novels and an introduction to SAT vocabulary review.

Instructor: Latin Department

Engage Your Brain

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades 5–8

Fee: $200

Our brains are an incredibly complex and awe-inspiring gift from God producing over 100 trillion synapses or connections in a second. Student brains can become less active during the summer, and so it is important to keep their minds active. In this class each participant will explore through positive music, delicious nutritional snacks, fun and challenging games and light exercise how to enhance healthy brain habits, benefiting each attendee for life.

Instructor: Sharla Davidson

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Fifth-Grade Math

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 5

Fee: $200

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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Wanchi Lowe

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Sixth-Grade Math

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: 6

Fee: $200

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, percents 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Wanchi Lowe

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Seventh-Grade Math

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: 7

Fee: $200

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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Karen Compere

Math Bridges: Getting Prepared for Eighth-Grade Math

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: 8

Fee: $200

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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Samantha Friday

Multiplication Mania!

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3–5

Fee: $200

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 grades 3, 4 or 5, whether they are just beginning to learn the facts or working toward mastery. Please send a water bottle and snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per class.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Musical Theater Workshop: Disney Musical Revue

Section 1: June 5–9, (M–TH, 9a.m.–4p.m. & Friday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. performance)

Section 2: June 12–16, (M–TH, 9a.m.–4p.m. & Friday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. performance)

Entering grades 5–8

Fee: $350

Students will be cast in a production of Career Day: A Disney Musical Revue, written by TCA alumna Melissa Beckett Crimmins ’06. 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.

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

Reading, Writing and Arithmetic Camp

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 3–5

Fee: $200

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, enabling the camp coach to customize a program of study targeting individual needs. Sign up for one week or both weeks to maximize success! Please send a water bottle and snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per class.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

SPARK Entrepreneurial Challenge

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $250

If you love Shark Tank, this empowering program is for you! Join other intrepid students and develop a business plan for your own business idea. You will learn to take risks and persevere, while making business-like decisions about strategy, marketing and finance. Students build confidence while “learning by doing” and make their pitch presentations on the last day!

Instructor: SPARK Staff

SPARK Personal Finance

Section 1: June 26–30, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $250

Learn how to manage your money in this program promoting essential life skills! Set your financial goals, develop a budget from scratch, shop for a credit card, calculate the monthly cost of your dream car, apply for a mortgage, learn about FICO scores, file your taxes and more. Students internalize debt-management principles and how assets and liabilities affect a person’s net worth.

Instructor: SPARK Staff

Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: The Twenty-One Balloons

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 5

Fee: $200

As we read The Twenty-One Balloons by William Pene 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 (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Courtney Hamilton

Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: Tuck Everlasting

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: 5

Fee: $200

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 will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Courtney Hamilton

Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: Chasing Vermeer

Section 1: July 17–21, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: 6

Fee: $200

As we read Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett from the summer reading list, we 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 (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Summerlyn Sharpe

Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: Hatchet

Section 1: July 17–21, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 6

Fee: $200

As we read Hatchet by Gary Paulsen from the summer reading list, we 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 (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Summerlyn Sharpe

Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: Where the Red Fern Grows

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 6

Fee: $200

As we read Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls from the summer reading list, we 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 (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Summerlyn Sharpe

Summer Reading, Seventh Grade: Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25

Section 1: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 10–14 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 7

Fee: $200

As we read Michael Vey: The Prisoner of Cell 25 by Richard Paul Evans 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 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 purchase a paper copy of the book so they can highlight and make annotations. 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Jan Marshall

Summer Reading, Seventh Grade: The Running Dream

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: 7

Fee: $200

As we read The Running Dream by Wendelin Van Draanen 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 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 purchase a paper copy of the book so they can highlight and make annotations. 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Jan Marshall

Summer Reading, Eighth Grade: The Outsiders

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 8

Fee: $200

As we read the novel 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 purchase a paper copy of the book so they can highlight and make annotations. 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Holly Hatton

Summer Reading, Eighth Grade: Twelve Mighty Orphans

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F), 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 8

Fee: $160

As we read the novel 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 purchase a paper copy of the book so they can highlight and make annotations. 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. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Holly Hatton

Adulting 101

Section 1: June 5–9, 10 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 11, 12 or 2023 graduates

Fee: $130

You have spent four years preparing to leave for college by putting time into academics, fine arts, sports and community service. You may be ready for class, but are you ready to live on your own? In Adulting 101, you will learn how to tackle important life skills, such as how to be a good roommate, cleaning and laundry, home and yard maintenance, car maintenance, meal planning and prepping, self-defense, health care and insurance and basic organizational skills. This class is open to rising seniors and recent graduates.

Instructor: Christy Broyles

Bug Camp

Section 1: June 6–8 (Tu–Th), 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Section 2: June 6–8 (Tu–Th), 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Section 3: June 20–22 (Tu–Th), 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Section 4: June 20–22 (Tu–Th), 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 9

Fee: $110

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 the lab. 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! Enrollment is limited to 14 students per section.

Instructors: Courtney Bryson

College Application Essay Writing Workshop

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–3 p.m.

Section 2: June 12–16, 9–11 a.m.

Section 3: July 17–21, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 12

Fee: $130

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 student’s 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! Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Holly Bator

Upper School

Freshman Summer Reading: The Tale of Troy

Section 1: June 5–9, 10 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 5–9, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Section 3: June 26–30, 10 a.m.–noon

Section 4: June 26–30, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 9

Fee: $130

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. Enrollment is limited to 25 students per section.

Instructor: Sally Pearce

Health

Section 1: June 5–16, 8 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 5–16, 12:30–4:30 p.m.

Section 3: June 19–30, 8 a.m.–noon

Section 4: June 19–30, 12:30–4:30 p.m.

Section 5: July 10–21, 8 a.m.–noon

Section 6: July 10–21, 12:30–4:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 10–12

Fee: $370

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. Enrollment is limited to 20 students per section. Student tablets are necessary for research and activities during the course.

Instructors: Russ Betts, Kerry DeWeese and Sara Fusco

Intro to Digital Graphics

Section 1: June 5–9, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12

Fee: $370

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 drawingbased programs. Adobe Photoshop is the primary application studied with an emphasis on graphic and pattern design. With diverse applications in fields such as interiors, product design and architecture, students learn to integrate hand and digital technologies to produce designs of distinctive character and technical expertise. During this week, there will be trips to various art museums in the area to explore the use of digital media in contemporary art. No prerequisites. Enrollment is limited to 11 students.

Instructor: Frances Allen

Intro to Digital Photography

Section 1: June 12–16, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12

Fee: $370

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 experience Photoshop’s virtual darkroom. Discover how to make images with more visual interest than ordinary snap shots or Instagram posts. Adobe Photoshop will be the foundational tool for the course. Students must provide their own cameras. A cell phone, point-and-shoot or DSLR are all acceptable cameras for the course. Daily off-campus excursions to photograph sites of interest will be a part of the typical class day. Enrollment is limited to 11 students.

Instructor: Jon Millet

Intro to Digital Printmaking

Section 1: June 26–30, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12

Fee: $370

Prerequisites: None

1 trimester of Fine Arts or Technology Credit

This course is for students with little to no experience in art. The computer as an art tool for idea development will be emphasized. The students will learn the basics of photography and drawing-based programs with an output in traditional printmaking techniques. Students will learn the art of digitally manipulating images on the computer, scanning and importing images, design and color correcting. The students’ digital images will be translated into various print techniques, such as transfers, traditional cyanotype, silkscreen and relief printing. Creating final physical prints, a digital portfolio and T-shirt designs will be the final outcome for the class. We will take a few field trips as part of the course for inspiration and image gathering. Enrollment is limited to 11 students.

Instructor: Jon Millet

Intro to Sculpture

Section 1: June 26–30, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12

Fee: $370

1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art

This course is designed for students who are interested in exploring the world of sculpture and three-dimensional forms. This course will focus on the creation of large-scale inflatable sculptures. Students will learn how to bring personal ideas to life through monumental proportions. After brainstorming through ideation exercises, students will make miniature models/maquettes to generate the plans and measurements required to produce a plastic inflatable sculpture. The dimensions of those plans can be multiplied, allowing students to create their sculptures at a much larger scale. Creativity and geometry come together as simple shapes/parts/planes are combined to form elaborate three-dimensional sculptures. No prerequisite required. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

Instructor: David Goerk

Junior Summer Reading: The American Spirit

Section 1: June 12–16, 9–11 a.m.

Section 2: June 26–30, 9–11 a.m.

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $130

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. Enrollment is limited to 15 students per section. Note: In summer 2023, 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

Instructor: Katie Kilpatrick

Junior Summer Reading: Flags of Our Fathers

Section 1: June 12–16, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Section 2: June 26–30, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $115

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. Enrollment is limited to 15 students per section.

Note: In summer 2023, 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

Instructor: Katie Kilpatrick

Junior Summer Reading: The Crucible

Section 1: June 12–16, 9–11 a.m.

Section 2: June 12–16, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Section 3: June 26–30, 9–11 a.m.

Section 4: June 26–30, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $130

This course will focus on understanding the plot and significant themes in The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s 1953 work, which is required summer reading for incoming juniors. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the historical background and how the Cold War period inspired this allegory about the Salem Witch Trials. Additionally, students will complete their summer reading packets concerning The Crucible. Students will finish this course ready for a graded discussion the first week of school and will be ready to write an essay on The Crucible in the fall. Enrollment is limited to 15 students per section.

Instructor: Ginger Harris

Learn 2 Stand Out Workshop: Resumes, Emails and Building Credibility

Section 1: June 20–23, 9:30 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 11, 12

Fee: $130

You’ve worked hard to get to this point. Now it’s your time to shine, and in this workshop you’ll learn how. Resumes (and more) are crucial. First, you will begin building a personalized resume template with effective information you can draw from for important resume styles you will need, including college applications, employment and scholarships. This template will save you time, make future applications easier and be more effective. Hear tips on how to creatively level up and express your skills and activities to stand out from others. Learn how to customize each. Then, we will concentrate on building your personalized college application resume in class. Learn what it takes to rise to the top of the resume pile. Get review and feedback from the instructor on your in-class resume. You will leave class with a prepared college resume substantially ready to submit to your college just when you need it. Also, learn the secrets to standing out through professional emails and follow up. Leave class with effective email strategies and examples for the upcoming situations you will soon encounter. Learn to walk your talk and build a personal “Stand Out Tool Box” recording and filing system to begin building strategic credibility for your professional life. Yes, it’s your time to shine! Enrollment limited to 15 students.

Instructor: Pam Hardison

Math for Incoming Freshmen: Getting Prepared for Algebra

Section 1: June 5–9, 8–10 a.m.

Section 2: June 5–9, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

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

Fee: $130

This course is designed to help rising ninth-graders prepare for the 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 freshmen algebra. Games, hands-on activities and group work will be used to help make these concepts easier to understand. Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Instructor: Jalyn Wells

Money 101

Section 1: June 12–16, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Section 2: June 26–30, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 11, 12, or just-graduated seniors

Fee: $130

Car insurance, credit cards, budgets, oh my! Gain an understanding of debt, building wealth through investments, insurance and how to buy a car wisely. Avoid money stress and face the future with confidence by learning how stewardship allows you to bless your family and bless others. This class is a must-have before you head to college; you’ll finish the week ready to tackle adult finances with skill! Enrollment is limited to 15 students.

Instructor: Katie Kilpatrick

More Than A Teacher ACT Class

Entering grade: 12

Fee: $449

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More Than A Teacher PSAT Class

Entering grade: 11

Fee: $549

Wednesday 6/7/23 10 a.m.–noon Introduction

Friday 6/9/23 10 a.m.–noon Math 1

Monday 6/12/23 10 a.m.–noon Reading

Tuesday 6/13/23 10 a.m.–noon Writing

Wednesday 6/14/23 10 a.m.–noon Math 2

Thursday 6/15/23 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Practice Test

Friday 6/16/23 10 a.m.–noon Review

Sunday 10/8/23 1 p.m.–3 p.m. Refresher

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.

Our summer school ACT course is geared toward students taking the June 2023 ACT, and our summer school PSAT course is geared students taking the redesigned PSAT in the fall of 2023.

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! Additionally, 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? Visit www.dfwtestprep.com to see our schedule of classes in your area. In addition to make-up classes, we also offer free weekend tutorials for students looking for extra help.

Instructor: More Than A Teacher staff

Senior Summer Reading: Fahrenheit 451

Section 1: June 5–9, 3–5 p.m.

Section 2: June 12–16, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Section 3: July 17–21, 9–11 a.m.

Entering grade: 12

Fee: $130

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.

Instructors: Holly Bator

Sophomore “I wonder if I should take the AP Euro exam?”

Section 1: July 17 (Monday only), 10 a.m.–noon

Entering grade: 10

Fee: $30

Since this is the first optional College Board Advanced Placement exam opportunity for the TCA student in their high school career, it is normal that there would be questions about the exam. The purpose of this seminar is to give information about the exam’s content and format by looking at test examples and student samples. At the completion of the seminar, the student will be better equipped to navigate their choices concerning the optional national exam. Enrollment is limited to 20 students.

Instructor: Zoe Ellen Azzi

Sophomore Summer Reading: Henry IV, Part I

Section 1: June 5–9, 8–10 a.m.

Section 2: June 5–9, 10 a.m.–noon

Section 3: June 5–9, 1–3 p.m.

Entering grade: 10

Fee: $130

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and significant themes in Shakespeare’s masterpiece of family conflict in his play, 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. Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Instructor: Zoe Ellen Azzi

Sophomore Summer Reading: A Tale of Two Cities

Section 1: July 10–14, 8–10:30 a.m.

Section 2: July 10–14, 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Section 3: July 10–14, 2–4:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 10

Fee: $130

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and significant themes in the masterpiece by Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities, 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. Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Instructor: Zoe Ellen Azzi

Wax Sculpture Fabrication

Section 1: June 5–9, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12

Fee: $370

1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art Credit

This course is for the student who wants to learn the basics of wax sculpture. Students will be creating wax models throughout the week. Lessons will include how to create an armature, proper supporting under structure, wax modeling, casting found objects, creating forms and how to create unique surface texture and interesting designs. The week’s goal is to create a modular sculpture incorporating the student’s best work. One overall piece will be created that can be cast in a permanent material for display. No prerequisite required. Enrollment is limited to 11 students.

Instructor: Jon Millet

Writing Refresher Workshop: Up Your Writing Game the TCA Way

Section 1: June 12, 2–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 13, 2–4 p.m.

Section 3: June 14, 2–4 p.m.

Section 4: July 15, 2–4 p.m.

Section 5: July 16, 2–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 10, 11, 12

Fee: $30

Trinity Christian Academy is well known for its exceptional writing program. Our students consistently report that the skills learned at TCA have given them an edge at the university level. Students at TCA begin to develop these skills during their middle school years. While the freshman teachers ensure student writing success at the high school level, we have found that students entering TCA after the freshman year may not get sufficient experience to develop their skills equivalent with their TCA peers. The TCA History/English Department is offering a summer writing workshop to teach the writing concepts used at TCA and give students occasion to write. Students are also invited to join the class if they would like an opportunity to up their writing game. We highly recommend that all new incoming sophomores, juniors and seniors take advantage of this opportunity. Students do not need to sign up for all six sessions. One session will give them an overview of our writing program and help them to be prepared to write successfully in their history/English class. Limited to 10 students per seminar.

Instructor: Holly Bator

Upper School Technology

Summer school for-credit “tech” courses are designed to help students ease the congestion of the regular school year by “off-lining” some of their required courses to the summer. Other students may simply wish to augment their education or explore new interests. All courses are hands-on, project-oriented and focus on real-life scenarios and applications. Often projects integrate topics from other TCA courses for extra reinforcement. Regardless of where you are in the technology spectrum, we offer something for you. Reasonable keyboarding skills are presumed. Generally speaking, all assignments are completed in class with very little (if any) outside work required.

Parents take note: If you wish to explore these interests too, you are welcome to join us. See US Technology Head Kent Pendleton for details.

Teachers, do you need to improve your technology skills? Join us. You can learn the practical uses of software and get some professional growth hours in, as well. Use software to make your professional life easier.

All summer school technology students are requested to bring their TI calculators, a spiral notebook (journal), a three-ring binder, a pencil, pen and USB flash drive to class the first day. A “supply check” that first day will be one of your first grades for the week, so don’t forget your stuff! Also, please bring a sack lunch and a drink... refrigerators will be available. Students will also bring snacks to class on a rotating basis.

Credit cannot be given if a student misses more than four hours of class.

The following introductory classes are designed for “beginners” with very little background, confidence or proficiency in the use of contemporary software:

Intro to Spreadsheet Design

Section 1: June 12–16, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12

Fee: $470 (includes the cost of a textbook)

Prerequisites: none

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. They will learn how to create formulas from scratch and utilize built-in formulas from Excel’s vast array of built-in functions.

Instructor: Susan Jackson

Business Graphic Design

Section 1: June 5–9, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 8–12

Fee: $470 (includes cost of a textbook)

Prerequisites: none

1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit

Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

The ability to manipulate, design, store and create images is central in effective electronic and written communication. Participants will learn how to use Photoshop Creative Cloud as a tool to create and manipulate images for placement in documents, media presentations, web pages and mobile apps. No prior experience with Photoshop is required. This course would be ideal for students interested in Yearbook.

Instructor: Susan Jackson

The following classes are also offered for credit but are more advanced than the preceding classes:

Web Computing - 1

Section 1: June 5–9, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 8–12

Fee: $470 (includes cost of a textbook)

Prerequisites: Algebra 1

1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit

Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

The languages of the web: HTML5 and CSS3 will be explored as we write web pages “from scratch” utilizing the web-based development and training platform, CodeHS. By the end of the course, students will be able to explain how web pages are developed and viewed on the Internet, analyze and fix errors in existing websites, and create their own multi-page websites.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

Web Computing-2

Section 1: June 12–16, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 (younger students by special permission)

Fee: $470 (includes the price of a textbook)

Prerequisites: Web Computing-1 (B+ avg or above) and/or Department Head approval.

1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

This course teaches the foundations of computer science and basic programming with an emphasis on helping students develop logical thinking and problem-solving skills. The JavaScript language is used for development. Students will interact with “Karel the Dog” as they learn about variables, control structures, loops and functions.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

Web Computing-3

Section 1: June 19–23, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 (younger students by special permission)

Fee: $470 (includes the price of a textbook)

Prerequisites: Web Computing-2 (B+ avg or above) and/or Department Head approval.

1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

This course is a continuation of Web Computing-2. We continue to expand our JavaScript repertoire and skills using both ‘Karel the Dog’ and more traditional programs as found at https://www.technovicetools.com and https://www.tnt-sandbox.com.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

General Athletics for LS/MS Kids

All Sports

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $172

Do you love to move, run and be active? Do you like to play sports and be part of a team? If so, TCA basketball coach Kaylen Morrison is ready for you to join the fun! This high-energy camp will explore skills associated with the following sports: 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. Enjoy three hours of the most delicious sports buffet imaginable. Have fun with friends, keep fit and master new skills. Kaylen is a learning lab specialist in the Middle School at TCA and an experienced and passionate coach who loves working with this age group. What a great opportunity for young sports enthusiasts! Enrollment is limited to 20 players.

Instructor: Coach Kaylen Morrison

Girl Power Sports Camp

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades K–2

Fee: $215

Sometimes it’s impossible for young children to know what sport they like without really ever having tried them. Girl Power Sports Camp is designed for your daughter to try a variety of different sports in a safe environment. Coach Kaylen will introduce the girls to a variety of sports, including basketball, tennis, wiffle ball, football, volleyball and more. She will challenge the girls to stretch their skills, and your daughter might even discover her next passion. Even if she doesn’t, this will be a great week of empowerment for all the girls involved!

Instructor: Kaylen Morrison

Learning Lacrosse (LS Boys and Girls)

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $184

Learning Lacrosse utilizes a curriculum developed by USA Lacrosse to introduce and develop the tactical, technical and cooperative skills for young children to gain interest in the game. Our coaches instruct the basics of lacrosse, including scooping, passing, catching, cradling and shooting in a confidence-building, noncompetitive, teamworkoriented environment. Physical skills developed include speed, agility, coordination, endurance and accuracy.

Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff

Athletics

Martial Arts & PE Games

Section 1: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m., entering grades: K–1

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 1–4 p.m., entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $215

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 playing in the TCA gyms and on the fields. Coach Getz will introduce your child to a variety of tag games, ball games, paddle sports and anything and everything “sports” to keep him or her active and energized. Don’t forget your water bottle. Enrollment is limited to 16 students per section.

Instructors: David Abadie (martial arts) & TCA Coach Carla Getz

Martial Arts & Swim Combo Camps

Section 1: June 20–23, 1–4 p.m., entering grades: 1–4

Section 2: June 20–23, 1–4 p.m., entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $172

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 in the water! Head TCA swim coach Sean Sell will transport the swimmers to and from the Bent Tree pool just off the TCA campus where he will run them through some lap drills and help them improve their stroke techniques. This is a great introduction to or continuation of swim team skills! Enrollment is limited to 12 students per section.

Instructors: David Abadie (martial arts) & TCA swim coach

Net it Out!

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $184

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!

Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff

PE Games & Water Activities

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: K–1

Fee: $215

Get ready for summer fun with some good old fashioned PE Games. 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 balloons, slip-n-slides and various other water games and you will make for a wild week of pure FUN! Boys and girls are welcome!

Instructor: Coach Carla Getz

Pickleball Pandamonium

Section 1: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades 2–4

Fee: $230

Join the fun of the new sports craze for young boys and girls! Pickleball is the perfect hybrid of tennis, badminton and table tennis! This camp provides a fast moving, energetic, teamwork-oriented environment that is approachable and engaging. Key skills include agility, speed, accuracy, precision, reaction and overall coordination. The game utilizes wood paddles and a perforated polymer ball (whiffle type) on a court surface modified for small court play.

Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff

Striking, Bumping & Hitting Camp

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: June 26–30, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–2

Fee: $215

Our coaches will hone all sorts of different aspects of hand-eye coordination during this week of camp. The children will work on skills associated with more advanced sports that involve striking balls with a body part or an implement. Gross motor movements in sports such as volleyball, baseball, tennis and soccer take time to develop through practice and repetition. There will be lots of batting, bumping, paddling, shooting, kicking, scooping and more during this engaging week of skill building! This one is sure to be a home run! Enrollment is limited to 20 students.

Instructors: Kaylen Morrison & Carla Getz

Baseball

Baseball Camp

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 2–5

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 6–8

Fee: $215

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 & Staff

Basketball

Backyard Basketball

Section 1: June 12–16, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2–4

Fee: $215

Knock-out boredom this summer with Backyard Basketball! Your little dribbler will learn backyard favorites such as HORSE, Around the World and Knockout. Campers will learn new skills, have 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5 tournaments and participate in competitive shooting games. Other backyard favorites such as cornhole, frisbee, bucket ball and four square will round out the fun. Enrollment is limited to 20 players.

Instructor: Coach Kaylen Morrison

LS/MS Boys Basketball Camp

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 2–4

Section 2: June 26–30, 1–4 p.m., entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $215

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!

Instructor: Coach John Price and staff

MS Girls Basketball Camp

Section 1: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $215

This summer session will be based on fundamentals for the first half of the day and situational play for the remaining time. Fundamentals will be broken into three parts what basketball coaches have labeled as “triple threat.” This is the ability to pass, shoot and dribble. This, along with sound defensive principles will be covered in the first part of the day. The second part of the day will give the girls an opportunity to put their fundamentals to the test as we will study how to play 3 on 3, 4 on 4 and 5 on 5 for game-like reps. Shooting competitions on the last two days are always a hit with the players! Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructor: Coach TBD

Mini Stars Basketball Skills and Drills

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades K–1

Fee: $172

Does your child love to watch the “big kids” play basketball? We have the perfect activity for them! This summer TCA will be hosting a basketball camp for students entering kindergarten or first grade. Your child will receive individual instruction from coaches as they learn the fundamentals of basketball. We will also mix in some off-court basketball crafts and outdoor activities. At the end of our time together, participants will receive awards to celebrate the improvements they made over the summer. We are excited to work with our littles and help them grow their love for the game in a safe and fun environment! Enrollment is limited to 20 players.

Instructor: Coach Kaylen Morrison

Cheer/Dance

Cross Cheer Cheerleading Camp!

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–4

Fee: $195

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 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 1–2

Section 2: June 26–30,1–4 p.m., entering grades: 3–4

Fee: $235

Come spend a SPIRIT-filled week with the varsity cheerleaders and learn some of the awesome cheer skills they do at games and pep rallies. This year will look a little different since we will be offering the full three hours for cheer only. 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 will also perform either at the pep rally (grades 1–2) or on the 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. If you are planning on doing two camps that day, please bring a lunch.

Instructor: Coach Tiffany Ruffcorn

Little Trojanettes Dance Team Camp

Section 1: June 26–30, 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 3–4

Section 2: June 26–30,1–4 p.m., entering grades: 1–2

Fee: $235

Come spend a SPIRIT-filled week with the Trojanettes dance team and learn some of the amazing dance routines they do at games and pep rallies. This year will look a little different since we will be offering the full three hours for dance only. The entire time will be spent learning a 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 30. Dancers will also perform either at the pep rally (grades 1–2) or on the 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. If you are planning on doing two camps that day, please bring a lunch.

Instructor: TBD

Football Flag Football Camp (LS/MS Boys)

Section 1: June 5–9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3–5

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: Steve Mercer and TCA football players

MS Trojan Football Camp

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 6–8

Fee: $225

Are you ready for some football? This camp will be geared toward 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. 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 TCA football coaching staff

NFL Play 60 Flag Football

Section 1: July 10–14

Entering grades:1–4

Fee: $230

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 tacklefree environment. Players will be taught the fundamentals of football, teamwork, and sportsmanship, and they’ll build confidence! Our coaches utilize NFL provided curriculum to develop the necessary skills to be successful, including agility, speed, coordination, strength and accuracy.

Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff

Soccer

Soccer Camp (LS Boys and Girls)

Section 1: June 5–June 9, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–4

Fee $215

Boys and girls will enjoy a week out on the soccer pitch with TCA soccer coach and former FC Dallas professional player Zach Loyd. 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. With more than 20 years of playing and coaching experience, Zach will provide 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.

Instructor: Coach Zach Loyd

Soccer Camp (MS Boys)

Section 1: June 20–23 (Tu–F only), 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $185

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.

Instructor: Coach Zach Loyd and Staff

Soccer Camp (MS Girls)

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $215

Your daughter will have an opportunity to join her friends to get to know what the 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. She will be working with TCA coaches on the fundamental activities that will be an important part of her MS soccer experience, giving her a great boost to her skill development and understanding of the game. Just as important, she 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.

Instructor: Coach Joel Sharpe and Staff

Softball

LS/MS Softball Camp

Section 1: June 5–9, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 3–8

Fee: $215

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. Camp T-shirts will be given to those who register at least one month before the start date of camp.

Instructors: Coach Summerlyn Sharpe

Swimming

Martial Arts & Swim Combo Camps

Section 1: June 20–23, 1–4 p.m., entering grades: 1–4

Section 2: June 20–23, 1–4 p.m., entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $172

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 in the water! Head TCA swim coach Sean Sell will transport the swimmers to and from the Bent Tree pool just off the TCA campus where he will run them through some lap drills and help them improve their stroke techniques. This is a great introduction to or continuation of swim team skills! Enrollment is limited to 12 students per section.

Instructors: David Abadie (martial arts) & TCA swim coach

Tennis

Tennis & All Sports Combo Camp

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 2–4

Section 2: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 5–8

Fee: $215

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 award winning varsity head coach Lance Hagan and his TCA players through interactive drills, live-ball point play, agility and handeye preparation. 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 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 Morrison 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! Enrollment is limited to 15 students per section.

Instructors: Coaches Lance Hagan (Tennis) and Coach Kaylen Morrison (All Sports)

Volleyball

Volleyball Camp (LS/MS Girls)

Section 1: June 12–16, 9 a.m.–noon

Section 2: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 2–5

Fee: $215

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 TBD

Volleyball Camp (MS Girls)

Section 1: June 12–6, 1–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 6–8

Fee: $215

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 TBD

Wrestling

Wrestling Camp (LS/MS/US Boys)

Section 1: July 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon

Entering grades: 7–10

Section 2: July 10–14, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 3–6

Fee: $215

Wrestling creates character. Competing in one-on-one format is personal, and it is very humbling as we help athletes develop the skills to compete. We will help them learn from defeat by encouraging them on what they have developed and applied. We will celebrate victories as they compete, while exercising good sportsmanship and giving the results to God. This camp will only be a small taste of the journey they will experience competing in this great sport in the future. When an athlete begins this journey, a new level of commitment will be established. Through dedication and determination, coupled with discipline, the armor of God and prayer, this sport will help prepare these young boys as they walk with us through the tempering process God has in store for them to become sound men of God. Enrollment is limited to 20 students per section.

Instructor: Coach Wes Brenner & Staff

Middle/Upper School Athletic Training

Athletic Development Training—Essential for All Athletes

Athletes need to be developed. Expecting them to “just be ready” or to get in shape during season is preparing them to fail. No other program will prepare your athlete for his or her future in sports at TCA better than the summer program at TCA with Motive8 Athletics. All athletes need self-confidence, development and “know-how” to safely prepare to perform. Skill is essential, but the speed and strength at which those skills are executed determines the level of play. Summer Athletic Development Training gives athletes the best opportunity to learn, develop and master safe, technically sound training practices. Athletes will make tremendous improvements in athleticism and fitness while gaining confidence in a fun, safe environment with peers. They will be better prepared for their sports and learn principles that will serve them well long after the summer.

Pricing Format: Come as much as you can all summer for $250. The goal is to get all athletes training throughout the entire summer! Come often and bring friends.

Groups and Times:

MS Boys, entering grades 5–8: M–Th, 8–9:30 a.m.

US Boys, entering grades 9–12: M–Th, 8–9:30 a.m.

Fee: $250 for all summer (no daily or weekly rate)

Weeks: May 20 through July 21 *(Workouts adjusted to account for Memorial Day (No Monday), July 4th (No Monday/Tuesday) and Juneteenth (No Monday) holidays)

Instructors: Motive8 Athletics

Although MS and US boys will both work out at the same time, they will be working more closely with their age groups. Having them all together during the same time will produce camaraderie, team building and mentoring.

MS Girls, entering grades 5–8: M–Th, 10–11:30 a.m.

US Girls, entering grades 9–12: M–Th, 10–11:30 a.m.

Fee: $250 for all summer (no daily or weekly rate)

Weeks: May 30 through July 21 *(Workouts adjusted to account for Memorial Day (No Monday), July 4th (No Monday/Tuesday) and Juneteenth (No Monday) holidays)

Instructors: Motive8 Athletics

Although MS and US girls will both work out at the same time, they will be working more closely with their particular age groups. Having them all together during the same time will produce camaraderie, team building and mentoring.

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.