Camp Cannon Brochure 5.17.19

5801 Poplar Tent Road Concord, NC 28027 www.cannonschool.org www.CampCannon.com

2019

Welcome and Connect Here‌

Summer time is a wonderful time to connect with friends, learn new skills or enhance existing ones, and discover new passions.

At Camp Cannon, we specialize in weekly enrichment sessions focused on The Arts & Academics, College Prep, SciTech, and Sports for students from ages 3 to 18. Campers learn while having fun on our 65-acre campus which includes state-of-the-art classroom facilities and performing arts center, two gymnasiums, a dance studio, a strength and conditioning center, athletic fields, track, tennis courts, and wooded wetlands.

Programs

Camp Cannon programs are open to all private, public, and homeschooled children. The 2019 Camp season runs for seven weeks from June 10th through August 2nd with the exception of the week of July 1st.

Most camp sessions are three hours in the morning or three hours in the afternoon. Programs start at $180 per half-day session. There are also full-day sessions available, as well as before and after camp care. Early care is available from 7:30 until 9:00 a.m., and late care is available from 4:00 until 5:30 p.m., both for additional fees.

Campers may stay with us during lunchtime from 12:00 until 1:00 p.m., if indicated at the time of registration. Campers are supervised while they eat, and then allowed to play until they are picked up or until their afternoon session begins. This is designed to add flexibility for busy schedules.

The safety of your child is our number one concern while they are in our care. From drop-off to pick-up, you can be assured that your child is in a safe environment. All our instructors must pass a background check and drug screen, and our facility is secured through a comprehensive security system. Additionally, a certified athletic trainer is on-site during camp sessions to address needs such as medications and to handle any injuries that may occur.

For more detailed information, please be sure to visit our FAQs page at www.CampCannon.com. Thank you for allowing us to share in your child’s summer experiences.

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SCHEDULE Week 1: Week 2: Week 3:

June 10-14 June 17-21 June 24-28

Week 4: Week 5: Week 6: Week 7:

July 8-12 July 15-19 July 22-26 July 29-August 2

AM Session 9:00 AM-12:00 PM PM Session 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Full Day 9:00 AM-4:00 PM See camp description for camps with alternate schedules.

Camps fill up fast! The best way to secure your spot in the camps of your choice is to utilize our online registration system which will require a deposit either by credit card, debit card or ACH. Families wishing to mail a check will register using the paper forms at the back of this brochure.

In order to accommodate for busy schedules and as an added value of our camps, we offer lunch care from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at no additional cost.

Campers may stay after their morning session or come early for their afternoon session, when indicated at the time of registration.

Please note that because camp sessions are offered for children as young as age 3, we require all our campers to be fully potty trained in order to attend.

Camp Cannon Mission Statement Camp Cannon strives to provide the community with fun and enriching summer programs that promote personal growth and instill a lifelong love of learning in a safe, diverse, and inclusive environment.

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ACADEMICS College Essay Bootcamp

Offered by: Connie Stavrakas Ages: Rising Seniors Cost: $190 This bootcamp is designed to give rising seniors a jump-start on the college essay writing process. Campers look at actual prompts and draft essays for college applications which receive feedback from a Cannon Upper School English instructor. Guest speakers, college admissions officers, will share what they are looking for in applicants. Students will benefit from bringing their own laptop. Laptops may also be borrowed, and although we will be working in a Google Drive, a USB flash drive is suggested to save work. (All sessions have the same content.)

Offered: Week 1 AM Week 4 AM Week 6 AM

Creative Writing

Offered by: Melanie Coughlin Ages: 9-12 Cost: $195 Unleash your creativity with the written word in this camp. You’ll learn writing rules -and when to break them- in a stress-free environment while making new friends who share your interest in storytelling.

Offered: Week 3 AM

Habits for Successful Learning

Offered by: Michelle Donah, I Heart Learning Ages: 12-16 Cost: $180 Habits for Successful Learning is taught by published author, Michelle Donah, Ph.D. This camp teaches brain-based strategies for optimized school performance. Students learn science-based successful habits for taking notes, reading efficiently, preparing for and taking tests, anxiety reduction and time management.

Offered: Week 7 AM

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Jump Start to Reading & Math

Offered by: Jennifer Ridenhour & Jeanette Milam Ages: 5-6 Cost: $180 Back by popular demand, this session is perfect for students entering school to get a jump start on reading and math skills through daily interactive, themed activities. Investigative themes include: water, insects, colors, fairy tales, and pirates. Campers spend each day in reading and math activities based on their individual readiness and receive activities to share at home.

Offered: Week 3 AM

Keyboarding for Kids

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 9-14 Cost: $345 Open the windows of opportunity up for your child’s future! Using the computer is so much easier if you don’t need to “hunt and peck” for each letter. We live in the computer age and your child’s ability to use the Keyboard efficiently will directly impact their career success no matter what field they enter. Knowing how to use a keyboard lightens the task of recording notes, creating and revising writing, and doing projects. Through the use of fun games, students will master this valuable life skill.

Offered: Week 5 Full Day

Math Munchkins

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 3-4 Cost: $180 Math Munchkins is for all budding mathematicians! We immerse the children in rich and multi-sensory activities using manipulatives and hands on activities to build your child’s math skill set. Through our activities, students will learn about basic addition and subtraction, graphing, telling time, fractions, word problems and money.

Offered: Week 7 AM

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Princeton Review ACT Prep Course

Offered by: Mark Kmidowski & Julia Finneyfrock Ages: 14-18 Cost: $475 Specially trained instructors will deliver the well-respected Princeton Review ACT course in time for Fall tests. Students take scored pre- and post-tests to determine weaknesses and strengths and to measure progress. Additionally, the workshop includes ACT workbooks.

Students take the pre-test in advance on Monday, June 10 at 8:30 AM-1:00 PM. Pre-test may also be taken at home.

Offered: Week 2 M & T 9:00-3:00; W & Th 9:00-2:00; F 8:30-1:00

Princeton Review SAT Prep Course

Offered by: Mark Kmidowski & Chris Taylor Ages: 14-18 Cost: $475 Specially trained instructors will deliver the well-respected Princeton Review SAT course. Students take scored pre- and post-tests to determine weaknesses and strengths and to measure progress.

Additionally, the workshop includes SAT workbooks. Students take the pre-test in advance on Monday, June 17 at 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Pre-test may also be taken at home.

Offered: Week 3 M & T 9:00-3:00; W & Th 9:00-2:00; F 8:30-1:00

Small Group College Essay Workshop

Offered by: Ashley Shaefer Cost: $240 Ages: 16-18 (Recommended for rising Seniors) This small-group workshop is designed for students who want highly individualized attention on college essays. First, we focus on generating ideas for the Common Application essays, and then work on writing an engaging college essay with teacher guidance every step of the way, tailored to students' individual needs. By mid-week, students are able to have as much as 30 minutes per session of 1:1 help. This workshop emphasizes brainstorming exercises, essential skills in descriptive writing, and processes of revision.

Students should expect to leave the course with a fully polished Common Application essay Offered: Week 6 10 AM-12 PM or 1-3 PM Week 7 10 AM-12 PM or 1-3 PM 7

Spanish Games

Offered by: Teresa Schmitt Ages: 6-8 Cost: $190 This camp is all about playing games that use vocabulary and cultural content from LS Spanish levels 1, 2, and 3. On the first day, the children will have a review of phonics in Spanish so that they are able to read the words on the games correctly. We have both indoor and outdoor games. The children will also learn about foods from South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and Spain through a cultural segment with a smorgasbord of treats (gluten and nut-free) on the last day of camp.

Offered: Week 4 AM

Study Like a Scholar

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 11-13 Cost: $180 “Be sure to study for the test on Friday!" What does that REALLY mean?

Students often need more guidance as they navigate the road of study skills.

As your child becomes more independent, we will provide them with the strategies that are most compatible with their learning style to get them organized, taking good notes and studying effectively.

Offered: Week 7 PM

ARTS American Girl

Offered by: Barbara Falkenbury Ages: 6-11 Cost: $190 Campers are inspired to design and create items for their favorite American GirlÂŽ dolls based on a daily theme. Campers make costumes, beach apparel, sleepover items, and have an accessorizing bash, all to take home. On Friday, campers share their work with a fashion show for their dolls.

Offered: Week 5 PM

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Art Factory

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 6-7 Cost: $180 Our D.IY camp is for all the artsy-craftsy kids who love to express themselves with one-of-a-kind masterpieces like canvas art, bead making, and watercolors. Find your inner artist and keep your creativity sharp this summer as we design many mementos to be treasured.

Offered: Week 6 PM

Artful Adventures

Offered by: Christiana Holyer Ages: 7-11 Cost: $195 Come try your hand at art! Campers engage in a variety of fun craft projects utilizing various artistic media, such as painting with string, creating crepe paper mosaics, poured-paint canvases, and producing sun prints with found objects. They will also explore the work of related artists and delve a little into the science behind the projects they create. It all makes for a beautiful week!

Offered: Week 4 AM

Beginners Art – Drawing from the Inside Out

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 4-7 Cost: $185 We make drawing fun! If your child can draw a line and a circle, then they are “good to go!” We draw animals, buildings, nature and everything exciting that kids love to draw; from the inside out rather than the outside in. SmArt uses an easy and fun step by step, line by line, follow the leader, drawing technique, which results in beautiful art masterpieces you will be amazed with!

Offered: Week 3 PM Week 5 PM

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Building a Paper Town

Offered by: Teresa Schmitt Ages: 10-14 Cost: $190 Students will learn to build 3D shapes and turn them into houses-buildingsspaces for a paper town. Scaling practice and perspective study will take place on the first day. Plenty of materials will be offered to trigger the imagination of your future landscaping engineer or architect.

Offered: Week 6 PM

Comic Creations

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 8-10 Cost: $180 Do you have a knack for drawing? Do you like to write? We have the camp for you! Come join us as we explore the world of comics. We will learn about the different styles of cartooning, create new characters, and build a portfolio of your work.

Offered: Week 7 AM

Creating Art Thru Math

Offered by: No Ordinary Summer Camp Ages: 7-10 Cost: $180 Campers learn how to create artistic projects through the incorporation of math. Artists discover the meaning of two and three-dimensional shapes, patterns, observational drawing versus mirror drawing, pointillism, rotational symmetry, and Op Art while creating unique works such as masks, paintings and an array of different artistic projects to add to their take-home portfolios.

Offered: Week 7 PM

Design the Runway

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 11-13 Cost: $205 Design your very own fashion line with us! Budding designers will keep a fashion portfolio, create a one of a kind piece with recyclable goods and end the week with a Runway Show to rival Fashion Week! We will participate in several design challenges too. Come design the runway with us!

Offered: Week 2 PM 10

Dinosaur-Explore and Draw

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 4-7 Cost: $185 Welcome Jr. Paleontologists. This camp explores the world of dinosaurs by combining elements of art, crafts and science. These young paleontologists will travel through time as they learn historic facts and hunt for Dino bones.

During the week, campers will construct Dino eggs, make their own Dinosaur headpiece which extends from head to floor, create beautiful necklaces from Dino bones they discover in the sand and do many arts and craft projects. Children will bring home all of their projects on the last day of camp!

Offered: Week 5 AM Week 7 PM

Fun with iPadÂŽ Photography

Ordered by: Ellen Loflin Ages: 5-8 Cost: $185 Capture your own amazing photographic masterpieces in this camp designed for little ones who love technology! Students will learn how professional photographers capture beautiful images and enjoy trying out techniques during fun, outdoor photo shoots. Camp will also include editing photos using cool, free apps! Students will leave camp with a shareable slideshow portfolio and a framed print of their best photograph. iPads with free photographic apps downloaded are required. Protective iPad cases are recommended.

Offered: Week 1 AM

Jewelry Beading

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 4-7 Cost: $185 Beads, beads and more beads! Youngsters will enjoy this beginner beading camp specially designed for our Jr. campers. Students will learn the significance of pattern and design through the stringing of a variety of colored, sport, and glow in the dark beads. Campers will also create their own homemade clay beads, paint wooden beads and build their own Jewelry box to keep their masterpieces in!

Offered: Week 4 PM Week 7 AM 11

Lights, Camera, Action I

Offered by: Ellen Loflin Ages: 8-11 Cost: $185 Aspiring actors and directors delve into the world of filmmaking in this camp from Cannon’s Upper School media arts instructor. Students learn the basics of filmmaking including: storyboarding, directing, filming, and editing while creating a short film in iMovie using an HD video camera, green screen, boom microphones, and more. All equipment is provided. Campers will receive a USB flash drive with their project to keep. There will be a movie premier on the last day to show off their work.

Offered: Week 5 PM

Lights, Camera, Action II

Offered by: Ellen Loflin Ages: 12-15 Cost: $320 Aspiring actors and directors delve into the world of filmmaking in this camp from Cannon’s Upper School media arts instructor. Students learn the basics of filmmaking including: storyboarding, directing, filming, and editing while creating a short film in iMovie using an HD video camera, green screen, boom microphones, and more. All equipment is provided. Campers will receive a USB flash drive with their project to keep. There will be a movie premier on the last day to show off their work.

Offered: Week 6 Full Day

Mini Michelangelos

Offered by: Krista Johns Ages: 5-7 Cost: $190 In this messy, hands-on camp, students focus on creating two and threedimensional works of art using a variety of materials including clay, Sculpey, Model Magic, recycled materials and much more! Students create art pieces that are decorative and functional. Perfect to keep or give as gifts!

Offered: Week 1 AM

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Painting with Acrylics

Offered by: Teresa Schmitt Ages: 10-14 Cost: $190 This session focuses on acrylic painting. Students learn how to grid an image onto an artist’s canvas, and how to blow up this image to a Trompe l’oeil on a wall. They also learn what brushes to invest in and how to clean and care for them. The subject matter is students’ choice; a variety of photos and examples are provided. All supplies are provided.

Offered: Week 6 AM

Passport to the Arts

Offered by: Krista Johns Ages: 7-9 Cost: $190 Come explore art from around the world in this hands on, creative camp!

Campers will have fun learning about other countries and cultures as they create two- and three-dimensional artworks using a variety of materials, including pottery.

Offered: Week 1 PM

Photography Workshop

Offered by: Danielle Sandlof Ages: 11-14 Cost: $185 Campers will have fun while learning at the digital photography workshop!

They will learn a variety of composition techniques and complete projects to demonstrate their mastery of each one. Some of the projects include nature, shadows, and optical illusions. On the last day of the week, students may bring cell phones to participate in a photo-editing workshop. Campers will need a digital camera to participate.

Offered: Week 7 AM

Q. When does registration open?

A. Registration opens on March 1, 2019. Although paper forms are available in the back of the brochure, online registration is the best way to secure camp spots.

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PhotoShop® Workshop

Offered by: Ellen Loflin Ages: 8-13 Cost: $320 This camp introduces students to the fundamentals of digital imaging using Adobe Photoshop®, the must-have program for photo manipulation, digital illustration, and more! Students learn the basic functions of Photoshop® such as layers, text, color correction, and photo manipulation through fun and engaging projects. Students must provide a USB flash drive.

Offered: Week 2 Full Day

Pirate Adventures

Offered by: Emma Bentley-Gottel Ages: 3-5 Cost: $190 Climb aboard for a week-long adventure! Campers will build a play ship out of recycled materials, craft their own treasure chests and booty, test their treasure-hunting skills around Cannon, and much more in this adventure for the imagination! Remember, some of the most fearsome pirates were women!

Offered: Week 3 AM Week 4 AM

Princesses and Superheroes

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 4-5 Cost: $180 Do you have what it takes to save the world? Do you have the sparkle to rule the world? Train to be the superhero or princess you were meant to be! Save the world from evil-doers everywhere in this interactive and high energy camp. The training combines cooperative games, team building activities, literature, educational enrichment activities, and craft projects to ensure your powers will be supreme.

Offered: Week 4 AM

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Princess Tea Party

Offered by: Lavender Cottage Productions Ages: 4-8 Girls Cost: $180 In its 12th year, this popular course of comportment for young ladies is full of surprises. Bringing young dreams to life, campers visit with a different princess on each day of camp, including Cinderella, Elsa, and Tiana. Campers learn the fun of proper tea-party etiquette through a curriculum of social skills. Parents are invited on Friday at 11 am for a tea party demonstration.

Offered: Week 2 AM

Safari Adventures

Offered by: Emma Bentley-Gottel Ages: 3-5 Cost: $190 Adventurers spend the week learning about all sorts of animals, from the mighty cougar to the colorful parrot. Campers will build a jungle fort from recycled materials, craft their own animals, make their own expedition tools, and venture outside to search for animal friends that live on Cannon's campus!

Offered: Week 1 AM Week 2 AM

UpCycling Artist I & II

Offered by: Hive Ages: 6-12 Cost: $190 Adventures in up-cycling! Artists learn what upcycling is and then take ordinary items that would have ended up in landfills to create unique and one-of-a kind artwork. Techniques will include mixed media, painting, collage, and sculpture with recycled materials.

Offered: Ages 6-10 I Week 3 PM Ages 8-12 II Week 3 AM

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COMPUTERS Prices include technology fees unless otherwise noted.

App Attack! I & II

Offered by: Black Rocket Ages: 8-14 Cost: $215 Take the first steps in the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app! Using a specialized app & game development tool, students will explore the world of web-based (HTML5) mobile apps. In addition, you will also see firsthand how the world of app publishing functions. Studentcreated apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. Publishing to App Store™ not included.

Students do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to bring to class.

Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Offered: I Ages 8-11 Week 2 AM II Ages 11-14 Week 2 PM

Building 3D Computer Images

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 10-15 Cost: $345 Have you ever wanted to build your own computer-generated images? Well, now is your chance! In this beginner 3D modeling camp, you will learn the basics of creating objects in a 3D work space. You will go over the tools to create 3D objects, learn how they are used, what they are used for, and learn the basics of game art creation, working individually with guidance from an instructor. By the end of the week, you will be able to design, model, and create completed images that can be used in video games or anywhere.

Students will need to provide their own USB flash drive.

Offered: Week 3 Full Day

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Intro to Coding

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 10-15 Cost: $345 Passionate about video games? About phone apps? All of this is powered by code! This camp is an introduction into the world of code development!

Throughout the week, you will learn the basics of theory and practice in implementing your own code. Under the guidance and supervision of the instructor, you will explore tutorials and create your own application or game.

Students will need to bring their own USB flash drive to save their work.

Offered: Week 6 Full Day

Make Your 1st Video Game I & II

Offered by: Black Rocket Ages: 8-14 Cost: $215 If you love playing video games, this is the camp for you! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that shows you the keys to designing your first 2D platform game. Conceptualization, play experience, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we will explore. No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun.

Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. (Games are only compatible on PC computers; a Mac version can be created after the program for an additional $15 conversion fee.)

Offered: II Ages 11-14 Week 4 AM I Ages 8-11 Week 4 PM

MinecraftŠ Animators I & II

Offered by: Black Rocket Ages: 8-14 Cost: $215 Bring your favorite MinecraftŠ character to life in an animated short film!

Learn how studios like Pixar and Disney make movies like Inside Out and Frozen by using techniques like keyframing, tweening, texturing, and animation rigged 3D models. You do not need to own a Minecraft account to use the software in this class.

Offered: I Ages 8-11 Week 5 AM II Ages 11-14 Week 5 PM 17

Pink Tech-Intro to Basic Video Game Development

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 9-14 Girls Cost: $185 Do you love video games? Are you ready to create your own? This camp is an introduction into the exciting world of game development! Throughout the week, you will learn the basic concepts of game design, character design and development, game play, basic coding, and more! Under the guidance and supervision of the instructor, you will explore tutorials and create your own custom game. Bring your own USB flash drive so work can be saved and brought home.

Offered: Week 7 PM

Python Programmers

Offered by: Black Rocket Ages: 8-11 Cost: $225 Want to learn the world’s fastest growing programming language favored by Google, NASA, Youtube, and the CIA? Learn how to code with Python to create engaging apps and games. Each lesson takes you step-by-step on a programming path that will let you challenge friends with fun content you create from start to finish! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Offered: Week 6 PM

ROBLOX® Coders & Entrepreneurs I & II

Offered by: Black Rocket Ages: 8-14 Cost: $225 Discover how to code in the Lua language while playing & designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new class combines game design concepts, coding, and fun! Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX®’s fast-growing marketplace to publish their games. Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Offered: II Ages 11-14 Week 1 AM I Ages 8-11 Week 1 PM

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CULINARY* *Will not be able to accommodate any food allergies

Cooking Academy

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 4-7 Cost: $185 At the Academy we train those with the smallest of taste buds to prepare excellent desserts without so much as lifting a knife! Campers will make marvelous treats and have lots of chocolate-covered “fun� in a safe environment. Every camper will go home with a goody bag at the end of the week.

Offered: Week 1 PM Week 2 AM Week 3 AM

Cooking for Beginners

Offered by: Chef Craig Rosekrans Ages: 9-10 Cost: $200 This is a hands-on cooking camp for beginners. The kids will prepare basic family favorite meals from scratch such as: pasta & sauce, omelets, fajitas, and more. At the end of each day, students will sample their meals. Students will learn some basic cooking techniques and knife skills.

Offered: Week 1 PM

The Candy Shop

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 7-10 Cost: $185 Satisfy your sweet tooth while learning the art of candy making. Learn how to make your own Gummies, Jolly Rancher pops, edible necklaces and more!

Campers will learn how to melt and pour chocolate into a variety of molds.

Cute ideas like Minion marshmallows and chocolate covered pretzels make a sweet gift for family and friends.

Offered: Week 1 AM Week 3 PM

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From Garden to Spoon

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 6-7 Cost: $205 Let’s get our hands dirty as we learn about gardening and food! Garden with us by making take home garden boxes with a variety of herbs and other accessories for your garden. Create some daily delicious treats with healthy foods! Toss in our special Garden to Spoon camp ingredient of nature-based crafts to make it extra fun!

Offered: Week 6 PM

ENGINEERING Amazing 4 in 1 Robot

Offered by: Sciensational Workshops, Inc. Ages: 7-12 Cost: $185 Build your own interchangeable motorized robot with four unique modes.

Learn about different gears, transmission, and design then put those skills to the test racing against your fellow campers. At the end of the week, take your robot home with you. Have fun, learn, and have hands on experience the Sciensational way!

Offered: Week 1 PM

Brick Building Light & Sound

Offered by: Sciensational Workshops Inc. Ages: 6-12 Cost: $185 Become a designer, architect, and electronics scientist as you create with building bricks. Add sound and LED light effects to your structure. The possibilities are numerous and all of the creations are yours to take home at the end of the week.

Offered: Week 3 PM

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DaVinci Inventions

Offered by: Ellen Loflin Ages: 7-11 Cost: $185 Artist, scientist, engineer, architect‌. All of these words can be used to describe Leonardo da Vinci. This returning camp explores the massive world of da Vinci inventions from the self-propelled cart to helicopter to diving suit. Campers examine da Vinci’s blueprints and learn about the intricacies of engineering design. Then they delve into their imaginations to come up with inventions of their very own. Campers create detailed blueprints that they use to build models of their inventions.

Offered: Week 3 PM

Explore+Make+Share

Offered by: No Ordinary Summer Camp Ages: 4-6 Cost: $180 Campers will work collaboratively using equipment that is supported by STEM/STEAM activities. Students will use hands on manipulatives to create and build structures by utilizing science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Campers are encouraged to create something out of nothing by exploring their own interests.

Offered: Week 2 PM

Flight School

Offered by: Jeremy Mattsson Ages: 8-11 Cost: $190 Learn the ins-and-outs and ups-and-downs of flight. From birds to bombers, campers explore physical properties of how things stay in the air. Hands-on projects give campers the challenge of making their own flying machines and experiencing the intricacies of flight. A field trip to a local aviation museum will provide contact with pilots and aircraft.

Offered: Week: 4 AM

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Intro to Robotics

Offered by: No Ordinary Summer Camp Ages: 7-10 Cost: $185 This camp teaches the true meaning of robotics and the basics of the robot world. Campers learn about artificial intelligence and how robots are being used in industries today. Students gain an understanding of robot mechanics, the different parts of a robot, and then design their own concept. Campers also build a small robot to take home on Friday. (A different robot will be built each week.)

Offered: Week 2 AM Week 7 AM

Junior Engineers

Offered by: Mad Science of Central Carolina Ages: 7-11 Cost: $190 Strap on your engineer helmet and enter the Mad Science construction zone!

Investigate the world of simple machines as you assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults and mega-pinchers! Inspect the elements of structures and shapes as you build and test designs like rubber band launchers and Zipline racers! Your simple machine constructions will be so fun they’ll make work seem like play!

Offered: Week 6 AM

LEGOÂŽ: Amusement Park

Offered by: Bricks 4 Kidz Ages: 6-10 Cost: $180 Get your ticket to build your very own Amusement Park! Campers will build a new ride each day and learn how to make things spin, roll, turn and rock, to create and design their own thrills and challenges. Motorized models maximize the action and the fun. Each camp day includes carnival-themed games, group challenges, model-building and more!

Offered: Week 5 PM

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LEGO®: Fun at the Farm

Offered by: Bricks 4 Kidz Ages: 3-5 Cost: $180 Children will feel like farmers as they learn about animals that are found on farms in America and around the world. Through hands-on learning with LEGO Duplos, songs, games, shape & color identification, counting, and patterning children will learn how each animal plays an important role on a farm and much more!

Offered: Week 5 AM

LEGO®: Movie Mash-Up

Offered by: Bricks 4 Kidz Ages: 6-10 Cost: $180 Campers will create characters and scenes from this year’s blockbuster hits as well as some past popular kid favorites. The majority of the new models will be based on 2 new movies coming out; How to Train your Dragon-The Hidden World and Toy Story 4, along with blockbusters such as Minions, Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Wars, and more.

Offered: Week 7 PM

LEGO®: Work Vehicles

Offered by: Bricks 4 Kidz Ages: 3-5 Cost: $180 Children will love our exciting camp all about work vehicles and the people who operate them. Children will practice using fine motor skills and make new friends, all while learning and playing. Build, sing and laugh along with us as we drive (and fly!) through the world of work vehicles!

Offered: Week 6 AM

LEGO®: Engineering in Motion

Offered by: Bricks 4 Kidz Ages: 4-8 Cost: $180 Making it move is the name of the game in this exciting camp! Campers will build motorized cars, trucks, dragsters, trains, planes and more. As they enjoy the fun of building, campers will understand the basic working principles of the vehicles that are a part of our everyday lives. Campers will also make crafts and play games.

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LEGO®: Lego® Movie

Offered by: Bricks 4 Kidz Ages: 4-8 Cost: $180 Join Emmet, Lucy, Unicorn Kitty, and Benny on a journey to stop Bad Cop and Lord Business from super-gluing the world! Campers will put their engineering skills to work as they build motorized models, 3D figure models and mosaics. They will love playing fun games and doing cool crafts based on The LEGO® Movie and its sequel.

Offered: Week 6 PM

Maker Space

Offered by: Leigh Northrup Ages: 9-14 Cost: $200 Come experience a week of MAKING in the Cannon School ThinkTank.

Campers will learn the basics of coding microcontrollers, drone racing, making rockets, 3D printing, woodworking and much more! All students will have the opportunity to spark their imagination and curiosity with weeklong projects.

Offered: Week 6 PM

Pinewood Derby

Offered by: SmArt Educational Art Ages: 7-10 Cost: $190 Love to build? Love cars, planes and things that move? Love race competition? Then this camp is for you. Using kits, campers will build and decorate a wooden plane, helicopter or boat and everyone will build their own Pinewood Derby car! Students will work as a team to assemble a Digital Pinewood Derby track to race their car down and compete with each other.

At the end of the week each camper will bring home their painted wooden creations and their own Pinewood Derby car.

Offered: Week 6 PM

Q. For what ages are the sessions?

A. Each camp session lists the specific age or grade range accepted for enrollment. Exceptions must be approved. NOTE: Only those camps for which your child is the correct age/grade appear during registration.

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Roarin’ Rockets

Offered by: Mad Science of Central Carolina Ages: 6-10 Cost: $190 3,2,1…BLAST OFF into an exciting week of flight at Roarin’ Rockets camp!

Aspiring rocket scientists will master the dynamics of flight as they build multiple rocket designs and participate in a variety of different launches.

From air and water powered rockets to solid fuel engines, it’s going to be a week of high-flying fun!

Offered: Week 4 AM

GAMES Chess

Offered by: Dominique Myers Ages: 6-12 Cost: $180 Campers learn from a curriculum addressing their skill levels (beginner, experienced, advanced) taught by U.S. Chess Federation rated and certified chess coaches. This program has already launched players who compete at the local, state, and national levels enjoying the art and science of chess. Analytical thinking skills and problem-solving techniques are emphasized within the framework of chess as a tool for learning.

Offered: Week 4 PM Week 7 PM

Dungeons & Dragons

Offered by: Buzz City Games Ages: 11-18 Cost: $200 Adventurers will embark on a journey encountering enemies, allies, monsters, treasure and magic as they play the world's greatest Role-Playing game; Dungeons and Dragons. Campers will sharpen their skills in teamwork, problem solving, creative thinking, storytelling, and math.

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Magic the Gathering

Offered by: Buzz City Games Ages: 13-18 Cost: $190 Campers will learn a great deal about a popular trading card game, Magic: The Gathering, including rules, background, basic skills and strategy and deck building. New players and veterans alike are welcome as all campers will grow rules knowledge and strategy, including advanced strategies. Campers will develop or sharpen their skills in social interactions, deduction, math, focus, critical thinking and resource management. All players will leave the camp with a Welcome Deck as well as cards, supplies, and accessories.

Offered: Week 5 AM

Strategy Board Game

Offered by: Buzz City Games Ages: 11-18 Cost: $190 In Strategy Board Game camp, campers are exposed to many genres of board games as we explore some of the modern classics in the "Golden Age" of Board Gaming. Titles played may include Catan, Ticket to Ride, Pandemic, 7 Wonders and more! Campers will learn or sharpen their skills in resource management, decision making, teamwork and team building, logic, strategy, patience, critical and creative thinking, problem solving, mathematics, negotiation and communication. Each camper will leave the camp with a game to take home and teach to their family.

Offered: Week 2 AM

The Think Tank

Offered by: Brenda Alexander Ages: 8-11 Cost: $180 Give your brain a workout this summer with fun logic puzzles, word games, Sudoku challenges, and cool mnemonic devices to make learning easier! Join us for a stress-free, noncompetitive week of Big Thinking. The only supply needed: YOUR BRAIN! Don't leave home without it!

Offered: Week 5 AM

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PERFORMANCE Creative Drama: Animal Adventures!

Offered by: Jessica Zingher Ages: 4-7 Cost: $180 Ready to get your wild streak on? In this camp, actors will tap into their animal instincts and explore the natural world through drama. Throughout the week, campers will use their bodies and voices to help tell stories through drama games and songs about their favorite animal pals! Campers will also make their own costume and props to be used in a performance for parents on Friday.

Offered: Week 1 AM

Creative Drama: Fantasy Adventures!

Offered by: Jessica Zingher Ages: 4-7 Cost: $180 In this camp, actors will use their creative instincts and explore storytelling through drama. Throughout the week, campers will use their bodies and voices to help tell stories through drama games and songs about their own favorite fantastic characters. All campers will make their costume and props for the end of week performance on Friday.

Offered: Week 4 AM

Dance Your Way to Broadway

Offered by: Next Step Dance Ages: 6-10 Cost: $180 In this session, students explore the Broadway style of dance by learning choreography to popular musicals. They also learn about the different jobs that make a Broadway show successful and create props and signage related to their show. The week ends with a performance on Friday for parents and guests.

Offered: Week 6 AM

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Fairy Tale Fun

Offered by: Next Step Dance Ages: 4-6 Cost: $180 Campers celebrate their favorite characters from fairy tales and books through song, movement, and crafts. Parents are invited to a performance on Friday.

Offered: Week 7 AM

Glee Club

Offered by: Next Step Dance Ages: 8-13 Cost: $180 This fun-filled camp is a spin-off of the popular TV show Glee. Campers learn to perform popular songs while adding movement for a show-stopping performance. Students also use their stage craft skills to create scenery for the show. Parents will see the debut on Friday.

Offered: Week 5 AM

Hip Hop Summer Sizzle Showdown

Offered by: Lindsy Wagner Ages: 6-10 Cost: $180 Hip hop hooray! Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned hip-hopper, this is a fun & energetic camp that will have you performing like your favorite KidzBop stars in just one week. You’ll dance to songs currently trending and experience some old school pop music all while working on the coolest dance crazes and new moves. In addition to learning a full performance piece that we will perform on our last day, you’ll also work on developing your own freestyle movements. Hip hop dance is fun, forever changing and includes a style of jazz dance called “jazz funk”. You’ll love it!

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Week 2 AM

Musical Theater

Offered by: Andy Macdonald & Lu Jones Ages: 10-14 Cost: $320 This drama camp offers students the opportunity to build their acting and singing skills while creating a piece of theater featuring songs and scenes from popular musicals. Cannon’s Director of Theater Arts and Middle School Theater instructor co-produce this exciting camp. The week culminates with a final performance on Friday at 3:30 p.m.

Offered: Week 4 Full Day

Paying It Forward: Service Camp I & II

Offered by: Donna Henrie Ages: 8-18 Cost: $190 This is an inspirational and rewarding community service camp, helping to give back to those who are in need. Every day is a different experience, with locations such as: Crisis Assistance Ministries, The ReStore, Ronald McDonald House, and Samaritan’s Feet. Campers will experience something that they can continue the rest of their life: serving others.

Offered: Ages 8-12 I Week: 2 AM Ages 13-18 II Week: 6 AM

Let’s Put On A Show!

Offered by: Andy Macdonald Ages: 6-10 Cost: $180 In this camp, students will be given the opportunity to explore every aspect of theatre. Campers will develop a plot and characters through theater games and improvisational exercises. Actors will then learn how to work together to transform their creative ideas into an engaging piece of theatre as they learn fundamental performance and design skills. Counselors will be there every step of the way to guide the campers in making their own decisions, all working together to make their creative ideas come to life!

Offered: Week 7 AM

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Rock ‘n Roll Club

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 4-5 Cost: $180 We are looking for the next rock and roll star this summer! Campers will jam out with handmade instruments, learn hip songs and dance the camp away.

Your rocking scholars will build their social skills, gross motor and fine motor skills. We will show off our moves at a final performance on Friday.

Offered: Week 4 PM

Improvisation Workshop

Offered by: Andy Macdonald Ages: 11-18 Cost: $180 Students will learn the tools and techniques behind improvisation and the ability to react to any situation, gaining confidence and practicing fundamental performance skills along the way! We will play improvisation games featured on the famous show “Whose Line Is It Anyway” and work in small groups to create short plays from a prompt. At the end of the week, we will invite our friends and family to come watch our own improv comedy show!

Offered: Week 1 AM

Youth Rock Orchestra

Offered by: Davidson Violins, Inc. Ages: 12-18 Cost: $345 This is not your average orchestra camp. Students will participate in rock orchestras, playing electric instruments, work with professional musicians, play challenging and fun rock music, learn to improvise and become familiar with the modern technology driving the music industry. This camp was created to serve experienced violin, viola, cello, and bass students with a passion for learning alternative music styles. Parent presentation is on Friday at 6 p.m. Students stay on Friday, to prepare for the concert from 4 to 6 p.m., at no charge.

Offered: Week 6 Full Day

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SCIENCE Animals Alive

Offered by: Rendi Powers Ages: 5-7 Cost: $180 Excitement abounds in this returning favorite session “alive” with animals!

Campers learn about small animals’ habitats, feeding schedules, food likes and dislikes, play and exercise needs, handling technique, and much more.

This hands-on session also includes enjoyable crafts and science experiments.

No animal allergies please.

Offered: Week: 2 AM

Creature Features

Offered by: Mad Science of Central Carolina Ages: 5-7 Cost: $190 At Creature Features camp, campers will become wildlife experts as they learn all about their favorite furry, feathery, slimy, and scaly friends! We’ll have fun with songs, games, and crafts as we go on bird watching expeditions, become Frog Princes and Princesses, study our Freshwater Friends, and transform into brave explorers as we dive into the world of sharks! It’s going to be WILD! Offered: Week: 3 AM

Digging Back Through Time

Offered by: No Ordinary Summer Camp Ages: 6-11 Cost: $180 Take a trip back in time and discover the history beneath our ground.

Campers will become a paleontologist for the week and enjoy discovering different types of artifacts and learning about the history behind them. All artifacts unveiled will be take-home keepsakes at the end of the week.

Offered: Week 6 PM

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Dino Discovery

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 4-5 Cost: $180 Do you know which dinosaur was nicknamed “long neck” or “the biggest head”? Join us for a colossal journey into the world of dinosaurs. Build a dinosaur replica and have an archaeological dig just like a real paleontologist.

In Dino Discovery, you will have a swamp stomping good time!

Offered: Week 6 AM

Funky Forensics

Offered by: Mad Science of Central Carolina Ages: 6-10 Cost: $190 Prepare to be recruited into the Mad Science Detective Agency! Step into the shoes of a detective to become a Mad Science sleuth; uncover the world of forensics and classified information; create, collect, and analyze evidence to discover if you have the skills necessary to determine “whodunit?” From fingerprints to footprints, you’ll learn to connect the dots and help sniff out the suspects in this hands-on crime scene investigation!

Offered: Week: 7 AM

Green Thumb Club

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 4-5 Cost: $180 Catch a ladybug, chase a firefly, and grow a garden…all while learning about nature and the world around us through stories, songs, art, exploration, and imaginary play. Green Thumb Club campers will create nature-based crafts through tactile activities and developmentally appropriate science investigations. It’s time to join the Green Thumb Club!

Offered: Week 3 AM

Infinity and Beyond

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 4-5 Cost: $180 5, 4, 3, 2, 1: Blast off to a galaxy far, far away to learn about Earth and the amazing solar system. Discover all things galactic such as comets, planets, shooting stars, rockets, and more. Learn about flight, the adventures of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch!

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Make It & Take It Home

Offered by: Sciensational Workshops, Inc. Ages: 6-11 Cost: $185 In this fun program, you will make and take home a wide assortment of toys designed to teach you science concepts the hands-on way! Grow a crystal tree, make ice cream, and a color changing energy bead bracelet-watch. Build a working electric motor. Make your own sharpie pen T-shirt (student must supply a 100% cotton T-shirt), learn some cool chemistry, and explore the properties of a density tube. Make silly putty, glowing goo, green flubber, and other cool projects the Sciensational Way! Offered: Week 4 AM

Mini Med School

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 4-5 Cost: $180 Is there a doctor in camp? Join us this summer as our little doctors use stuffed animal patients to take blood pressure readings, give “stitches,� put on a cast and make their own first aid kit, all while learning about what doctors, dentists, EMTs, and other medical professionals do daily.

Offered: Week 1 PM

Prospectors Mystery Rock

Offered by: Sciensational Workshops, Inc. Ages: 6-11 Cost: $185 You are going to be a Prospector! In this workshop you will get to excavate for valuable gems, fascinating rocks, and some ancient fossils; all are yours to keep. The identities of the 10 specimens found in your Mystery Rock have been kept a secret. You will experience the thrill of discovery, much as prospectors did. What hidden wonders will you find?

Offered: Week 4 PM

Science in the Forest

Offered by: Rendi Powers Ages: 6-8 Cost: $180 Campers find enjoyment in the natural world by taking on the role of naturalist, scientist, and explorer. Activities include nature study, creek exploration, science experiments, animal study, hiking, games, and crafts.

Learn about conservation while having fun in this annual favorite!

Offered: Week 1 PM

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Science Made Fun I & II

Offered by: High Touch High Tech Ages: 4-10 Cost: $185 Students will get to explore the world of chemistry as they make their own chemical reactions, discover the wide world of engineering, learn all about DNA while studying their own fingerprints, get an up-close look at gravity, as well as forces & motion. Students will experiment with some of the Earth’s coolest natural features, build simple machines, and have a blast while learning all about sound and much more science fun!

Offered: Level II Ages 7-10 Week 7 AM Level I Ages 4-7 Week 7 PM

Science Palooza

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 6-7 Cost: $180 Come discover, experiment, and create as we learn about the colliding worlds of art and science in this STEAM-based camp. We will create biomes from around the world, star gaze at constellations, master meteorology, investigate how things work, and dabble in chemistry and physics. Put on your learning cap and grab the art supplies, because this STEAM camp will rock your world.

Offered: Week 3 AM

Spectrum of Dissection

Offered by: Discovery Place Ages: 11-15 Cost: $205 Learn about identification and care as we look at the plants and animals that live in our own backyards and beyond, by performing experiments as we dissect a seed, a flower, an owl pellet, a squid, and a frog.

Offered: Week 3 PM

Q. What about medications and first-aid care?

A. All medications are stored and dispensed by our on-site trainer, except EpiPens which stay with the camper. A certified athletic trainer handles first-aid and medical needs during camp sessions.

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Super Duper Science Sampler

Offered by: Mad Science of Central Carolina Ages: 6-10 Cost: $190 Explore some of the coolest branches of science on your way to becoming a certified Mad Scientist! As a brilliant biologist, you will study birds and beasts, then construct pasta skyscrapers and bridges as a Jr. Architect. Experiment with Astroblasters in the Science of Sports and challenge yourself with our “Egg”cellent helmet building challenge. This is a camp so great, it’s SUPER DUPER! Offered: Week 5 AM

Super Sleuths

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 8-11 Cost: $180 Get out your magnifying glasses and detective hat as we have clues to decipher and crimes to solve. We’ll put our critical thinking skills and STEM knowledge to the test and get to the bottom of mysteries by learning the tricks real investigators use to solve cases. While experimenting with simple detection techniques, your reasoning skills will grow, and your problemsolving skills will become better than CSI agents.

Offered: Week: 4 AM

Veterinarian Science

Offered by: Brandon Powers Ages: 8-11 Cost: $180 Campers are introduced to veterinary science by meeting live animals and learning simple ways to take care of them and diagnose their problems in this popular camp. Students use stethoscopes, thermometers, gauze, and bandages to doctor pets. Discover the work involved in raising healthy animals and take hikes in the forest to see evidence of animals in their natural habitat. No animal allergies please.

Offered: Week: 2 AM Week: 3 AM

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Water Explorers

Offered by: Brandon Powers Ages: 7-10 Cost: $180 One of Camp Cannon’s most popular sessions. Campers enjoy an entire week of water activities such as creek-stomping, conducting water experiments, testing water quality, boat building, and exploring aquatic life with Cannon's Lower School science coordinator. Be prepared to get wet!

Offered: Week: 2 PM Week: 3 PM

World of Wizards

Offered by: Little Scholars Ages: 5-7 Cost: $180 Calling all wizard fans! This is like no other camp you have experienced. We will take a magical journey into the world of wizards. Designing wands, making magic potions, going on a magical creature hunt, playing Quidditch, and participating in activities that will astound all Muggles.

Offered: Week 1 AM

SPORTS Adventure Camp

Offered by: Leigh Northrup & Jeremy Mattsson Ages: 9-13 Cost: $365 Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Cannon teachers guide kids though an incredible week of adventure including white water rafting, rock climbing, kayaking, zip lines, and more. Camp is structured around core concepts of confidence, risk-taking, leadership, and teamwork. Students travel to the US National Whitewater Center and Crowders Mountain.

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Adventures in Fitness

Offered by: Rendi Powers Ages: 4-6 Cost: $180 Young campers create their own summer fun through the science of physical activity, crafting, and creating healthy snacks. As each child moves through obstacle courses, relays, hiking trails, creek adventures, crafts, and healthy recipes, they will be laughing and active while learning skills such as teamwork, cooperation, and leadership.

Offered: Week 1 AM

Baseball

Offered by: Rod Rachel Ages: 6-12 Cost: $180 Varsity baseball Coach Rachal teaches campers the fundamentals of playing baseball in this fun-filled session. Campers work on skills including catching, batting, and fielding, as well as gain overall knowledge of the game. Players of all levels are invited to participate. Core concepts include teamwork and leadership.

Offered: Week 7 AM

Basketball Skills

Offered by: Kelvin Drakeford Ages: 7-11 Cost: $190 Basketball Skills camp will feature stations, drills, competitive games, contests, and special guest speakers. We will focus on teaching fundamentals of the game like shooting, defense, offensive moves, ball handling, dribbling, passing, screening, and moving without the ball to get open.

Offered: Week 1 AM

Q. Do I have to pack a lunch for my child?

A. Campers with us from 12 to 1 p.m. can bring a lunch from home or purchase lunch at Camp Cannon. See more details in the LUNCH & SNACKS section in the back of the brochure.

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Cheer Perfection

Offered by: Lindsy Wagner Ages: 6-10 Cost: $180 1-2-3-4, let me hear you stomp the floor! Get ready to take cheer dance to the next level, learning more advanced cheer-arm motions, jumps, and chants in a fun and safe environment. Cheerleaders learn age-appropriate cheers and cheer-dance routines from a former Hornet’s cheerleader.

Parents are invited to attend the cheer performance on Friday at 3:30 pm. (For ages 4-6, see Jr. Cougar Cheer.)

Offered: Week 5 PM

Disc Golf

Offered by: Mike Thompson Ages: 8-14 Cost: $185 Our camp will teach students the basics of disc golf and help them develop an appreciation of the sport while getting to take field trips to play on multiple area courses!

Offered: Week 2 AM

Fishing Forays

Offered by: Paul Borowicz Ages: 8-14 Cost: $190 This is more than your typical fishing camp. Students learn all about fishing, but also learn about conservation and the effects of fishing, types of NC fish, fishing techniques, and fishing etiquette. Campers have fun practicing their fishing skills at Cannon and then travel for more fishing fun. Cost includes transportation fee.

Offered: Week 7 PM

Q. What about snacks?

A. Counselors and coaches allow a break in each session for a snack and drink. Snacks and drinks may be sent with your child or purchased from our Camp Store for 50 cents per item.

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Flag Football

Offered by: Mark Ferguson Ages: 10-12 Cost: $180 Students participate in a 1 week, Flag Football mini league, where 2 teams will battle it out daily for the weekly championship! Each day will consist of a short class time where we discuss strategy, rules, play-making, and sportsmanship followed by field warm-ups & skill development. Afterwards, it’s Game time! All skills levels welcome; open to both boys and girls.

Offered: Week 3 AM Week 5 AM

Golf Academy

Offered by: The Better Golf for Kids Academy Ages: 5-11 Cost: $195 We use fun games to cover all aspects of the golf swing as well as the rules and etiquette of the game. In our summer camp program, children will receive expert instructions on grip, set up, the swing, impact and the professional finish! Learn the short game, putting, pitching and chipping, along with driving and long iron shots!

Offered: Week 3 AM Week 5 AM Week 6 AM

Intro to Field Hockey

Offered by: Chase O’Brien Ages: 10-14 Cost: $190 Coached by a former collegiate field hockey player, participants will learn and practice the fundamental skills of field hockey. No experience required; all skill levels are welcome. This camp will teach basic skills through a variety of drills and activities while learning the importance of teamwork. Campers will need to bring a mouth guard, shin guards, and a water bottle. All other equipment will be provided.

Offered: Week 6 AM

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Junior Cheer

Offered by: Lindsy Wagner Ages: 4-6 Cost: $180 Pom-poms! In this popular camp, children learn basic cheer-arm motions, jumps, and chants in a fun and safe environment from a former Hornet’s cheerleader. Cheerleaders also learn age-appropriate cheerdance routines. Parents are invited to attend the cheer performance on Friday at 11:30 am. (For ages 6-10, see Cheer Perfection.)

Offered: Week 5 AM

Soccer Skills

Offered by: Rich Pente Ages: 5-13 Cost: $185 Beginning and intermediate players develop skills such as dribbling, passing, and finishing through creative drills, small-sided games, and scrimmages working with Cannon’s varsity soccer coach. Core concepts include teamwork and leadership.

Offered: Week 1 AM Week 4 AM

Softball Skills

Offered by: Chris Evans Ages: 9-12 Cost: $180 Softball Skills camp features station drills on the fundamentals of softball including hitting, bunting, throwing, fielding and base-running in a fun, competitive environment.

Offered: Week 3 AM

Q. What if I have additional questions?

A. Check the FAQs page available on our camp website at www.CampCannon.com or you may contact the Camp Office directly; Phone 704.721.7198 Email - campcannon@cannonschool.org.

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Super Sports Sampler

Offered by: Rod Rachel Ages: 4-10 Cost: $180 Children will run and jump, catch and throw, swing and strike – campers can do it all as they learn and play a variety of games from floor hockey to kickball to basketball and, to cap it off, beach balls and sprinklers on Friday. Rules, fundamentals, and plenty of friendly age-appropriate competition characterize this session’s curriculum with an expert Cannon instructor.

(Both sessions have the same content.)

Offered: Week 1 PM Week 2 AM Week 7 PM

Tennis Skills

Offered by: Justin Fainter Ages: 5-13 Cost: $190 In this annual favorite, Cannon’s tennis coach teaches the basic skills needed to excel at tennis using the USTA Net Generation development program, specialized equipment, and adapted courts. Campers learn to serve, volley, and keep score. Games are played throughout the week pairing students by skill level. (Multiple week attendance permitted.)

Offered: Week 4 AM Week 6 AM Week 7 AM

Tumble Fliptastic

Offered by: Impact 1 Allstars Ages: 5-12 Cost: $180 Is your child enthusiastic to move? This camp is for boys and girls that are interested in tumbling. At camp, your child will learn rolls, cartwheels, handstands, roundoffs and more. They will also focus on strength and conditioning, and proper technique while having fun. Campers will also receive a T-shirt. There will be a presentation for parents on Friday at 3:30 p.m.

Offered: Week 2 PM Week 4 PM

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Ultimate Sports, Fun, & Games

Offered by: Judy Killam Ages: 5-9 Cost: $185 This camp will introduce a different sport each day with loads of fun and innovative games. Each day we will be doing something new. Our main goal is to have fun while learning about sports, teaching sportsmanship, cooperation, and teamwork. There will be water play at the end of each morning, including sprinkler fun and water slide!

Offered: Week 1 AM

Q. What does the Roman numeral in the description mean?

A. Some sessions are offered for different age groups. When this is the case, each session is denoted by a Roman numeral (I, II or III). Please be sure to include when registering.

Q. May I bring my child early/pick them up late?

A. We have before and after care available for an additional fee. You may bring you camper as early as 7:30 a.m. and pick them up as late as 5:30 p.m., if selected at time of registration.

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REGISTRATION Q. Where is Camp Cannon located?

A. Camp Cannon sessions are held at Cannon School, 5801 Poplar Tent Rd. Concord, NC. Camps that travel off-site are mentioned in the camp description.

Q. How do I register for a camp?

A. Camp Cannon registration opens on March 1, 2019. Online registration is highly encouraged to secure camp spots and is available via www.CampCannon.com. For paper registrations, complete forms A and B and mail or drop off at Cannon School with a minimum of 50% deposit via check, money order, or cash (drop only). Credit cards are accepted for online registrations only; payment by check must be received within 1 week of online registration.

Q. Why should I register early?

A. Each camp session has a minimum number of campers required to run the session, as well as a maximum number of campers who can be accepted. The number varies for each session. Some popular camps fill very shortly after registration opens. Others may cancel when student counts are too low to continue to hold open.

Q. When are payments due?

A. An initial 50% deposit is due at the time of registration to secure your child’s spot in a session. The remaining payment is due by May 10, 2019. Campers who have not paid in full are not permitted to attend camp sessions. Registrations after May 10, 2019 must be paid in full.

Q. What if a camp does not receive enough registrations?

A. If necessary to cancel a camp, we try to do so as early as possible, so there is an opportunity to select another session to attend. If Camp Cannon cancels the session due to low enrollment and no alternative session is chosen, a full refund will be given.

Q. What if I need to cancel?

A. Registration fees ($25) are non-refundable. Session deposits are fully refunded if the cancellation is made before May 1, 2019. On or after May 1, 2019, no refunds are offered. There are no exceptions.

Q. What if I want to change a session after registering?

A. Changes and transfers of registration are free of charge before May 1. On or after May 1, there is a $10 per transaction charge on all transfers that are not a result of a camp cancellation.

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LUNCH & SNACKS

Weeks 2, 4, & 6

Monday

All Beef Hotdog Baked Tater Tots Steamed Green Beans Fresh Cut Cantaloupe

Breaded Chicken Breast Sandwich French Fries Steamed Green Beans Fresh Cut Pineapple

Tuesday

Grilled Ham & Cheese Bag of Kettle Chips Steamed Broccoli Fresh Cut Pineapple

Herb Grilled Chicken Breast Fettuccine w/ Alfredo Sauce Caesar Salad Fresh Grapes

Wednesday

BBQ Pork Sandwich Macaroni and Cheese Steamed Corn Fresh Orange Wedges

Cheeseburger Potato Wedges Honey Glazed Baby Carrots Fresh Cut Pineapple

Baked Chicken Tenders French Fries Maple Glazed Baby Carrots Fresh Grapes

Tex Mex Beef Tacos Spanish Rice Buttered Corn Fresh Cut Orange Wedges

Pepperoni Pizza Cheese Pizza

Pepperoni Pizza Cheese Pizza

Friday

Weeks 1, 3, 5, & 7

Thursday

Campers are given a snack break during each camp session. Campers may bring a snack from home or purchase from our camp store; items are 50 cents each. Campers staying through the lunch hour, 12 to 1 PM, (if indicated at the time of registration), may bring a packed lunch from home or may purchase lunch for the week through Camp Cannon. A different meal will be offered each day of the week, with a 2-week rotating menu.

The cost is $26 per week per camper. Simply add the meal option to your week of camp at the time of registration. On Fridays, all campers staying through lunch for the week will receive pizza at no additional charge, regardless of the lunch option chosen for that week.

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REGISTRATION FORM - A Programs are open to everyone. Please complete a separate registration for each participant. When submitting, be sure to include the Form B with medical information and waiver. _______________________________________________________ Applicant’s Name (Last) (First) _______________________________________________________ Street Address City State Zip _______________________________________________________ Main Contact’s Name (Last) (First) _______________________________________________________ Main Contact Cell # Secondary Contact Cell # _______________________________________________________ Main Contact Email Address _______________________________________________________ Applicant’s Age as of June 1, 2019 School Attending Fall 2019 _______________________________________________________ Indicate New or Returning Camper

Please note: Registration is subject to camp availability. All sessions are subject to minimum enrollment. Payment: check, money order, or cash; or by credit card when registering online.

Registration fees are non-refundable. Session deposits are refundable before May 1, 2019; no refunds offered on or after May 1. Full refunds are given for sessions canceled by Camp Cannon.

Mail Registration Forms and Payment to: Camp Cannon, Cannon School 5801 Poplar Tent Rd., Concord, NC 28027

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Course Title

Week No.

Time

Cost

_______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Total: $ Cost of Extended Care Hours and Lunch Dates June 10 - 14 June 17 - 21 June 24 - 28 July 8 - 12 July 15 - 19 July 22 - 26 July 29 - Aug 2

7:30 - 9 a.m.

8 - 9 a.m

Lunch care* 12 - 1 p.m.

Lunch Service **

4 - 5 p.m.

4- 5:30 p.m.

□ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40

□ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30

□ Free □ Free □ Free □ Free □ Free □ Free □ Free

□ $26 □ $26 □ $26 □ $26 □ $26 □ $26 □ $26

□ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30 □ $30

□ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40 □ $40

* Lunch care must be reserved when registering. Please mark if staying. ** Lunch Service must be selected when registering. Please mark if utilizing lunch plan.

Total of Extended Care and Lunch:

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Registration Fee:

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Grand Total: (Sessions, Ext. Care and Reg. Fee) = Total Amount Enclosed At least 50% deposit due upon registration.

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Must be paid in full by May 10, 2019

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$25.00

REGISTRATION FORM - B Emergency Medical Information _______________________________________________________ Applicant’s Name (Last) (First) _______________________________________________________ Physician’s Name Telephone _______________________________________________________

Please list any special conditions (medications, disabilities, allergies, etc.)

Local Emergency Contact (non-parent) _______________________________________________________ Name (Last) (First) _______________________________________________________ Home Phone Number Cell Number Waiver I agree and release and discharge Cannon School (and its officers, directors, and agents) and its partner organizations (their officers, directors, and agents) of and from any claims, demands, or liability of damage arising from the participation of my child in any classes or programs of Camp Cannon.

In the event that my child needs medical attention, I authorize the School and give my consent to the School to provide such service and/or to transport my child to a hospital or treatment facility. I hereby certify that my child is in good health and may participate in all activities.

I hereby give my child permission to ride in school-approved transportation to and from camp activities.

I hereby grant permission for images of my child to be included in Camp Cannon school print, online, or social media marketing materials.

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CAMPS LISTED ALPHABETICALLY Adventure Camp 36 Adventures in Fitness 37 Amazing 4 in 1 Robot 20 American Girl 8 Animals Alive 31 App Attack! I & II 16 Art Factory 9 Artful Adventures 9 Baseball Basketball Skills Beginners Art–Drawing Inside Out Brick Building Light & Sound Building 3D Computer Images Building a Paper Town

37 37 9 20 16 10

Cheer Perfection Chess College Essay Bootcamp Comic Creations Cooking Academy Cooking for Beginners Creating Art Thru Math Creative Drama: Animal Adv. Creative Drama: Fantasy Adv. Creative Writing Creature Features

38 25 5 10 19 19 10 27 27 5 31

Dance Your Way to Broadway DaVinci Inventions Design the Runway Digging Back Through Time Dino Discovery Dinosaur-Explore and Draw Disc Golf Dungeons & Dragons

27 21 10 31 32 11 38 25

Explore+Make+Share

21

48

Fairy Tale Fun Fishing Forays Flag Football Flight School From Garden to Spoon Fun with iPad® Photography Funky Forensics

28 38 39 21 20 11 32

Glee Club Golf Academy Green Thumb Club

28 39 32

Habits for Successful Learning Hip Hop Summer Sizzle

5 28

Improvisation Workshop Infinity and Beyond Intro to Coding Intro to Field Hockey Intro to Robotics

30 32 17 39 22

Jewelry Beading Jump Start to Reading & Math Junior Cheer Junior Engineers

11 6 40 22

Keyboarding for Kids LEGO®: Amusement Park LEGO®: Engineering in Motion LEGO®: Fun at the Farm LEGO®: Lego® Movie LEGO®: Movie Mash-Up LEGO®: Work Vehicles Let’s Put On A Show!

Lights, Camera, Action I Lights, Camera, Action II

6 22 23 23 24 23 23 29 12 12

Magic the Gathering 26 Make It & Take It Home 33 Make Your 1st Video Game I & II 17 Maker Spacer 24 Math Munch 6 Minecraft© Animators I & II 17 Mini Med School 33 Mini Michelangelos 12 Musical Theater 29 Painting with Acrylics Passport to the Arts Paying It Forward: Service Camp Photography Workshop PhotoShop® Workshop Pinewood Derby Pink Tech-Intro to Basic Video Pirate Adventures Princess Tea Party Princesses and Superheroes Princeton Review ACT Prep Princeton Review SAT Prep Prospectors Mystery Rock Python Programmers

13 13 29 13 14 24 18 14 15 14 7 7 33 18

Roarin’ Rockets ROBLOX® Coders I & II Rock ‘n Roll Club

25 18 30

Safari Adventures Science in the Forest Science Made Fun I & II Science Palooza Small Group College Essay Soccer Skills Softball Skills Spanish Games Spectrum of Dissection Strategy Board Game Study Like a Scholar Super Duper Science Sampler Super Sleuths Super Sports Sampler

15 33 34 34 7 40 40 8 34 26 8 35 35 41

Tennis Skills The Candy Shop The Think Tank Tumble Fliptastic

41 19 26 41

Ultimate Sports, Fun, & Games UpCycling Artist I & II

42 15

Veterinarian Science

35

Water Explorers World of Wizards

36 36

Youth Rock Orchestra

30

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Camp Cannon 2019 Schedule At A Glance June 10-14

June 17-21

Week 2

June 24-28

AM (9:00-12:00) Age Safari Adventures 3-5 Adventures in Fitness 4-6 Creative Drama-Animal Adv. 4-7 World of Wizards 5-7 Mini Michelangelos 5-7 Fun w/ iPad Photography 5-8 Ultimate Sports, Fun, & Games 5-9 Soccer Skills 5-13 The Candy Shop!

7-10 Basketball Skills 7-11 Roblox Coders & Entrepreneurs 11-14 Improvisation Workshop 11-18 College Essay Bootcamp 16-18 PM (1:00-4:00) Mini Med School 4-5 Cooking Academy 4-7 Super Sports Sampler 4-10 Science in the Forest 6-8 Passport to the Arts 7-9 Amazing 4 in 1 Robot 7-12 Roblox Coders & Entrepreneurs 8-11 Cooking for Beginners 9-10 FULL DAY (9:00-4:00) Adventure Camp 9-13

AM (9:00-12:00) Safari Adventures Cooking Academy Princess Tea Party Super Sports Sampler Animals Alive Hip Hop Summer Sizzle Intro to Robotics Veterinarian Science App Attack I Paying It Forward I Disc Golf Strategy Board Game

Age 3-5 4-7 Girls 4-8 4-10 5-7 6-10 7-10 8-11 8-11 8-12 8-14 11-18

AM (9:00-12:00) Pirate Adventures Green Thumb Club Cooking Academy Jump Start Reading/Math Creature Features Golf Academy Science Palooza Veterinarian Science UpCycling Artist II Softball Skills Creative Writing Flag Football

July 8-12

July 15-19

AM (9:00-12:00) Pirate Adventures Princesses & Superheroes Creative Drama-Fantasy Adv. Soccer Skills Tennis Skills Spanish Games Roarin' Rockets Make It & Take It Home Artful Adventures Super Sleuths Flight School Make Your 1st Video Game II College Essay Bootcamp PM (1:00-4:00) Rock & Roll Club Jewelry Beading Tumble Fliptastic Prospectors Mystery Rock Chess Make Your 1st Video Game I

FULL DAY (9:00-4:00) Musical Theater

Week 1

Week 4 3-5 4-5 4-7 5-13 5-13 6-8 6-10 6-11 7-11 8-11 8-11 11-14 16-18

Week 3 Age 3-5 4-5 4-7 5-6 5-7 5-11 6-7 8-11 8-12 9-12 9-12 10-12

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No Sessions Offered July 1-5 PM (1:00-4:00) Explore+Make+Share LEGO - Engineering in Motion Tumble Fliptastic Water Explorers Design the Runway App Attack II

FULL DAY (9:00-4:00) Adventure Camp Princeton Review ACT Prep* PhotoShop Workshop

AM (9:00-12:00) LEGO -Fun at the Farm Infinity & Beyond Junior Cheer Dinosaur-Explore & Draw Golf Academy Super Duper Science Sampler The Think Tank Minecraft Animators I Glee Club Flag Football Magic the Gathering

4-5 4-7 5-12 6-11 6-12 8-11

PM (1:00-4:00) Beginners Art- Drawing Inside Out LEGO - Amusement Park Cheer Perfection American Girl Lights, Camera, Action I Minecraft Animators II

10-14

FULL DAY (9:00-4:00) Keyboarding for Kids

4-6 4-8 5-12 7-10 11-13 11-14

9-13 14-18 8-13

Week 5 3-5 4-5 4-6 4-7 5-11 6-10 8-11 8-11 8-13 10-12 13-18

4-7 6-10 6-10 6-11 8-11 11-14

9-14

PM (1:00-4:00) Beginners Art- Drawing Inside Out UpCycling Artist I Brick Building-Light & Sound Water Explorers The Candy Shop!

Da Vinci Inventions Spectrum of Dissection

7-10 7-10 7-11 11-15

FULL DAY (9:00-4:00) Princeton Review SAT Prep* Building 3D Computer Images

14-18 10-15

July 22-26

4-7 6-10 6-12

Week 6

AM (9:00-12:00) LEGO - Work Vehicles Dino Discovery Golf Academy Tennis Skills Dance Your Way to Broadway Junior Engineers Intro to Field Hockey Painting with Acrylics Dungeons & Dragons Paying It Forward II Small Group College Essay College Essay Bootcamp

3-5 4-5 5-11 5-13 6-10 7-11 10-14 10-14 11-18 13-18 16-18 16-18

PM(1:00-4:00) LEGO - LEGO Movie Art Factory From Garden to Spoon Digging Back Through Time Pinewood Derby Python Programmers Maker Space Building a Paper Town Small Group College Essay

4-8 6-7 6-7 6-11 7-10 8-11 9-14 10-14 16-18

FULL DAY (9:00-4:00) Intro to Coding Lights, Camera, Action II Youth Rock Orchestra

10-15 12-15 12-18

Camp Office 704.721.7198

July 29-August 2 AM (9:00-12:00) Math Munchkins Fairy Tale Fun Jewelry Beading Tennis Skills Funky Forensics Let's Put On a Show!

Baseball Intro to Robotics Science Made Fun II Comic Creations Photography Workshop Habits of Successful Learning Small Group College Essay PM (1:00-4:00) Dinosaur-Explore & Draw Science Make Fun I Super Sports Sampler LEGO - Movie Mash Up Chess Creating Art Through Math Fishing Forays Pink Tech Study Like a Scholar Small Group College Essay FULL DAY

Week 7 3-4 4-6 4-7 5-13 6-10 6-10 6-12 7-10 7-10 8-10 11-14 12-16 16-18 4-7 4-7 4-10 6-10 6-12 7-10 8-14 Girls 9-14 11-13 16-18

5801 Poplar Tent Road Concord, NC 28027 www.cannonschool.org www.CampCannon.com

2019