Elmbrook Schools 2015 Summer School Brochure - Elementary & Middle School

SUMMER LEARNING ADVENTURES INFORMATION Dates:

Refunds: NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED unless a course has

Summer School begins on Monday, June 22 and runs through Friday, July 17. There will be no classes held on Friday, July 3.

been canceled.

Times:

Due to the number of students enrolled in Summer Learning Adventures, students are strongly encouraged to use the district bus transportation. Bus transportation is available to all K-8 resident students and Chapter 220 students. Students will board the buses at their neighborhood school and be transported to Dixon Elementary or Pilgrim Park Middle School depending upon the program they are enrolled in. At the end of the summer school day students will be transported from Dixon Elementary and Pilgrim Park Middle School to their neighborhood site.

DIXON Early Activity Period: 7:30–8:15

PILGRIM PARK Early Activity Period: 7:30–8:00

Class Periods: Period 1: 8:15 – 9:30 Period 2: 9:35 – 10:50 Period 3: 10:55-12:10

Class Periods: Period 1: 8:00 – 9:15 Period 2: 9:20 – 10:35 Period 3: 10:40-11:55

Transportation:

Location:

Chapter 220 students attending the K-8 Summer Learning Adventures Program will be provided transportation provided they are enrolled in Periods 1, 2, and 3. Bus transportation is not available for students attending only one or two periods a day. If your child receives free or reduced lunch at school, you are eligible for free tuition for bus transportation.

K-3rd grade classes will be held at Dixon Elementary School, 2400 Pilgrim Square Dr., Brookfield, WI 53005 4th-8th grade classes will be held at Pilgrim Park Middle School, 1500 Pilgrim Parkway, Elm Grove, WI 53122

Registration: Registration will open online March 23, at

Transportation Fee: One time fee of $30 per child.

5:30 pm, www.elmbrookschools.org/summerschool, and close on Friday, April 24, at 5:30 pm. Classes are filled on a firstcome, first- served basis and will close when the course is full.

Bus Schedule: ROUTE A Brookfield Elem.

Fairview South ROUTE B Burleigh ROUTE C Tonawanda ROUTE D Wisconsin Hills Swanson ROUTE E Pilgrim Park Dixon ROUTE F Brookfield East Brookfield Central

Fees: Payment for all summer school courses and bus transportation must be received at the Central Administration Office no later than Thursday, April 23, 2015. Seats in registered classes will be forfeited if payment is not received by due date. If your child receives free or reduced lunch at school, you are eligible for free tuition for summer school support classes and bus transportation only.

Please make checks payable to the School District of Elmbrook and mail to: School District of Elmbrook Attn: Candice Southcott, Summer School Coordinator 13780 Hope Street, Brookfield, WI 53005

Confirmation: You will receive your confirmation automatically after you have successfully registered.

Pick Up 7:35 am 7:45 am Pick Up 7:45 am Pick Up 7:45 am Pick Up 7:25 am 7:35 am Pick Up 8:00 am 7:45 am Pick Up 7:45 am 7:35 am

Drop Off 12:30 pm 12:20 pm Drop Off 12:30 pm Drop Off 12:30 pm Drop Off 12:30 pm 12:45 pm Drop Off 12:25 pm 12:15 pm Drop Off 12:30 pm 12:45 pm

All routes will drop off at Pilgrim Park at 8:00 a.m. and Dixon at 8:10 a.m. They will depart Pilgrim Park at 12:05 and Dixon at 12:20 p.m. All times are approximate. For safety reasons, please remain with your child until the bus arrives. Times and routes are subject to change after registration depending on enrollment.

Open House: You and your child will be able to come navigate the hallways to see where their classrooms are on Wednesday, June 17, from Noon to 6:00 pm. Staff will be available to answer questions.

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SUMMER LEARNING ADVENTURES INFORMATION CONT. YMCA Summer School Wrap Around Camp: The YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee will be offering a Summer School Wrap Around Camp for K-8 grade at Dixon Elementary School from 12:15-6:00 pm. To participate in the YMCA program, the student must be enrolled in a third period class. You can find the registration form for the YMCA on our website, www.elmbrookschools.org/summerschool. To enroll in the program a registration form must be completed for each child and submitted with full payment to the YMCA at least 10 days prior to the start date. Spaces are limited; please sign up early to reserve your spot. If your child is attending summer school at Pilgrim Park Middle School and will use the YMCA Wrap Around care, you must sign up for busing and pay for the bussing fees.

Visit www.ymcamke.org/daycamp, or call 414.276.9622 for more information. The best way to submit a registration is to email your completed registration form to lrivera@ymcamke.org. The YMCA Camp is tax deductible child care, accepts state/3rd party child care assistance (Wisconsin Shares), can be used for flexible spending accounts, and provides FREE afternoon snack.

Early Activity Period: One Time Fee of $15 Supervised time before summer school where students can play board games, inside games, or arts and crafts. Students may attend from 1 to 20 days.

Students must register at their current grade level.

Current grade level is student’s grade as of March 2015.

QUESTIONS??

Contact Candice Southcott, Summer School Coordinator at southcoc@elmbrookschools.org or 262-781-3030 x1184.

ACADEMIC & RECREATIONAL SUMMER EXPERIENCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABLITIES at PPMS These two programs will allow for some continuity of services for special education students in order to maintain a functional level. These programs are not driven by the student’s Individual Education Program (IEP). These programs would benefit those students whose needs cannot be met in the regular summer school course offerings. Students may be enrolled in one or both programs. Transportation is provided from your neighborhood school and it is the responsibility of the parent to provide transportation to the nearest school for pick up. Contact Tricia Urlakis at 262.781.3030 ext. 1190.

Academic Class

Recreation Class

• Fee $50 • Held at Pilgrim Park Students age 5-10 Period 1: 8:00-9:55 a.m.

Students age 11-21 Period 2: 10:00-11:55 a.m.

• Fee $50 • Held at Pilgrim Park Students age 11-21 Period 1: 8:00-9:55 a.m.

Students age 5-10 Period 2: 10:00-11:55 a.m.

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SUPPORT CLASSES FOR K-3rd GRADE at DIXON English Language Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades K-1; 2-3 • No Charge • Referral Required Traditional 4 week on site course to continue emerging English language acquisition. For students with beginning English skills (level one and two on 2015 ACCESS) who will have minimal exposure to English over the summer. Listening, speaking, reading and writing emphasis. ELL/classroom teacher referral only.

English Language Lab-Technology-based . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Via Skype • Grades K-5 • No Charge • Referral Required Technology-based summer school for students with emerging English language skills. For level one and two students (ACCESS 2015) who are either unable to attend the traditional summer school program or will be out of the country for the majority of the summer and will have minimal exposure to English. Flexible scheduling across the summer, 30-45 minute sessions via Skype, students must have access to a device and the internet. Listening, speaking, reading and writing emphasis. ELL/classroom teacher referral only.

Pre-First Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Periods 1, 2 & 3: 8:15-12:10 • Grade Kindergarten • No Charge • Referral Required This Pre-First Concepts program will contain activities focusing upon emergent literacy, i.e., integrating, reading and language development, writing activities, math concepts, and thematic enrichment units. A variety of approaches will be implemented using auditory, visual and kinesthetic techniques. A learning environment combined with related activities, interesting play games, and strategies will be provided. The kindergarten child will experience learning activities to be used as a bridge (transition) to get ready for first grade in the fall. A referral from the current teacher is required. This course runs for the entire 19 days of summer school, 8:15-12:10 p.m.

Supportive Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades 1, 2, 3 • Fee $10 • Referral Required The summer program is designed for students who need to further develop the skills and concepts in the district’s math curriculum. The course will employ five different math strands (estimation/prediction, patterns & relations, geometry, measurement, statistics & probability) to teach the needs of individual students as well as encourage understanding and application of the grade level outcomes.

Supportive Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades 1 & 2 • No Charge • Referral Required This summer reading course uses an Early Reading Support structured format to provide early readers with a strong literacy foundation. It includes lessons focusing on early phonics skills in context, using reading comprehension strategies, literature appreciation, and writing.

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SUPPORT CLASSES FOR K-3rd GRADE at DIXON CONT. Supportive Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grade 3 • No Charge • Referral Required In this summer reading course, students gain the experience they need to become more proficient readers. Lessons will be designed according to students’ needs in the areas of decoding, fluency and comprehension. Instruction will be delivered through a reading workshop format.

Wilson Reading Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grade 2-3 • No Charge • Referral Required Multi-sensory Structure Language is a course offered by teacher recommendation to dyslexic students who receive MSL-based reading instruction during the school year. The objective of the course is to provide reinforcement and enrichment of the basic concepts of MSL instruction, including phone-mic awareness, word analysis, reading fluency, and vocabulary development.

ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR K-3rd GRADE at DIXON Kindergarten Momentum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Periods 1, 2 & 3: 8:15-12:10 • Incoming Kindergarten • No Charge Keep learning in motion! This class will provide an opportunity for incoming kindergarten students to learn, reinforce, and secure essential concepts and skills, in a fun and energetic atmosphere. This course runs for the entire 19 days of summer school, 8:15-12:10 pm.

Arts & Crafts Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-1, 2-3 • Fee $8 This camp is open to all those who would like to explore various media. Campers will have an opportunity to sketch, draw, sculpt and paint, and make crafts out of scraps of material, buttons or Styrofoam. Have fun making jewelry, edible art, and much more during this arts and crafts adventure.

Board Games for Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-2 • No Charge If you love games, then this class is for you. You will learn lots of board and card games that encourage creative thinking and problem solving.

Creative Dramatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades 2-3 • No Charge Learn some basics of acting and learn to feel more comfortable speaking in front of others. A great class for anyone who has acting talent to develop or someone who just wants to get over the “stage fright” of doing a presentation in front of a group.

Presentations are all student-invented, so there will be a lot of opportunity to use creativity and imagination too.

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR K-3rd GRADE at DIXON CONT. Fairytale Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades 2-3 • No Charge How long was Rapunzel’s hair? How many gumdrops did Hansel and Gretel eat? If you want to know the answer to these and other questions that fairytales ask, then Fairytale Math is the course for you! Fairytale Math is a course designed for students who enjoy mathematics and want to continue practicing math concepts during the summer.

Hands-On Science Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-1, 2-3 • No Charge Welcome to the world of Experimentation! Campers will investigate many areas of the world of Science and be able to roll up their sleeves and get down and dirty. This camp will stimulate each child’s natural curiosity and imagination. Children will be able to question, observe, predict, estimate and experiment.

Introduction to Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-3 • No Charge Take a trip of Costa Rica! Experience the food, the beaches, the incredible rain forest of beautiful Costa Rica, and to do it all in Spanish in this introductory Spanish class. Class will be taught immersion style and completely hands-on. By the end of this class, your child will know important places in Spanish, will be able to count, know colors, names of animals and foods.

Journey Into the Unknown (Math) . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades 2-3 • No Charge Come along on an undersea adventure and help build an underwater research lab by exploring mathematical concepts like problem solving and reasoning. This class is for students who love mathematics, enjoy mathematical challenges, enjoy working in small groups and are proficient in their grade level standards.

Outdoor Exploration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-1, 2-3 • No Charge Students will spend most of the class period outdoors exploring what nature has to offer. They will enjoy studying about different plant life, animals and animal habitats, maps, camping skills and so much more!

Readers/Writers Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-1, 2-3 • No Charge Campers who enjoy the world of literature will enjoy reading and writing a variety of genres in this camp. Students will be given the opportunity to enhance their skill by writing, editing, and publishing their own work. They’ll be able to unlock their imagination and enjoy the world of books.

Space Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-1, 2-3 • No Charge Come and explore outer space! You will become space cadets and journey into this world and learn about the different planets, the stars, and the job of an astronaut while engaging in hands on activities.

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR K-3rd GRADE at DIXON CONT. Sports and Fitness Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades KG-1, 2-3 • No Charge Campers engage in outdoor fitness activities, obstacle courses, parachute games, relay races, beanbag activities, and team sports such as basketball, soccer, etc.

Technology Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:15-9:30; Period 2: 9:35-10:50; Period 3: 10:55-12:10 • Grades 1-3 • No Charge Campers will have an opportunity to explore many technologies such as various multi-media tools and software applications to wow their friends and family.

SUPPORT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS Supportive Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4, 5 • Fee $10 • Referral Required The summer program is designed for students who need to further develop the skills and concepts in the district’s math curriculum. The course will employ five different math strands (estimation/prediction, patterns & relations, geometry, measurement, statistics & probability) to meet the needs of individual students as well as encourage understanding and application of the grade level outcomes.

Grade 6 Support Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • No Charge • Referral Required This course is designed for students who completed Grade 6 Math and would like to review, practice and hone their mathematical skills. The content of the course is based on the skills taught during the year.

Grade 7 Support Math . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • No Charge • Referral Required This course is designed for students who would like to review, practice and hone their mathematical skills. The content of the course is based on the skills taught during the year.

Grade 8 Pre Algebra Support Math . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • No Charge • Referral Required This course is designed for students who completed Pre-Algebra would like time to review, practice, and hone their mathematical skills. The content of the course is based on skills taught during the year.

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SUPPORT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS CONT. Middle School Accelerated Math Transition . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grade 5 • No Charge • Referral Required This course is focused on preparing incoming sixth graders who’ve already registered for Math 7. Designed to bridge the gap from fifth grade math to Math 7, preparation will focus on the following learning targets: 1) Multiplying and dividing multi-digit decimals and fraction using various properties; 2) Using rational numbers to find points on a coordinate plane and the distance between the points; 3) Writing and solving expressions; 4) Applying area formulas to find surface area and volume; 5) Drawing polygons on a coordinate plane; 6) Collecting, displaying, analyzing and summarizing data. Students who enroll in this course should feel comfortable with rigor and an accelerated pace.

Math Pre-Algebra Accelerated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grade 8 • No Charge • Referral Required This course was developed to prepare incoming 8th graders who’ve already registered for Algebra. The course is designed to bridge the gap between Math 7 and Algebra. Preparation will focus on the following learning targets: 1) Applying and demonstrating understanding of the distributive property; 2) Solving a multi-step equation with real numbers; 3) Writing and solving equations from story problems; 4) Graphing functions – slope, triangle. Variation, rate of change, x&y intercept; 5) Solving systems of equations; 6) Solving linear inequalities by graphing, substitution and elimination; 7) Multiplication & division properties of exponents. Students who enroll in this course should feel comfortable with rigor and an accelerated pace.

Supportive Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4, 5 • No Charge • Referral Required In this summer reading course, students gain the experience they need to grow their fluency. Student’s choice and response are vital ingredients in student reading development. Lessons will be designed according to students; needs and will be delivered through a reading workshop format.

Wilson Reading Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-8 • No Charge • Referral Required Wilson Reading is a course offered by teacher recommendation to dyslexic students who receive MSL-based reading instruction during the school year. The objective of the course is to provide reinforcement and enrichment of the basic concepts of MSL instruction, including phone-mic awareness, word analysis, reading fluency, and vocabulary development.

Reading Comprehension Support . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge • Referral Required The focus of this course is to develop students as readers by having them engage with a variety of literary genres. Specific instruction will focus on basic comprehension skills, analysis of text, textual inferences, and literature response.

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SUPPORT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS CONT. Writing Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge • Referral Required The focus of this course is to develop students as authors by having them engage with a variety of genres, which may include narrative, argument, and informational. Specific instruction will focus on leads, organization, elaboration, craft techniques, conclusions, and basic conventions.

ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS Arts & Crafts Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-5 • Fee $8 This camp is open to all those who would like to explore various media. Campers will have an opportunity to sketch, draw, sculpt and paint, and make crafts out of scraps of material, buttons or Styrofoam. Have fun making jewelry, edible art, and much more during this arts and crafts adventure.

Astronomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge Come learn about the planet in our solar system, identify stars and their constellations, comets, black holes and more. Come spend a period exploring with us.

“Ay, Caramba!” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 5-8 • Fee $15 Do you love Mexican inspired food? Would you like to learn some Spanish while cooking Mexican inspired food? Then sign up for “Ay, Caramba!” cooking class. You will learn how to make drinks, appetizers, main dishes, and desserts while learning some Spanish at the same time! No prior knowledge of Spanish or cooking experience required.

Create Your Own Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 5-8 • No Charge If you’ve ever had an interest in comics (or manga) this is the class for you. Create Your Own Comics is the first chapter towards a lifelong appreciation of comics. Learn drawing tips and techniques to create your own visually interesting characters?

Develop your creative writing skills to create exciting settings and stories for your characters! Marvel at the history of comics and how they evolved into a unique form of art!

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS Creative Dramatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-6 • No Charge Learn some basics of acting and learn to feel more comfortable speaking in front of others. A great class for anyone who has acting talent to develop or someone who just wants to get over the “stage fright” of doing a presentation in front of a group.

Presentations are all student-invented, so there will be a lot of opportunity to use creativity and imagination too.

Fantasy Baseball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge Do you love baseball? Do you like to play games? Do you like competition? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Fantasy Baseball is the class for you. In Fantasy Baseball, students will create the perfect baseball team and track their team’s success over the course of the class.

Hands-On Science Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-5, 6-8 • No Charge Welcome to the world of Experimentation! Campers will investigate many areas of the world of Science and be able to roll up their sleeves and get down and dirty. This camp will stimulate each child’s natural curiosity and imagination. Children will be able to question, observe, predict, estimate and experiment.

Just Tech It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge Come discover the wide world of technology. Students will gain an assortment of skills such as: keyboarding, coding, making avatars, and editing images to make memes. They will also explore websites like Powtoon, Moovly, Smore, Blabberize, Tour Builder, Voki and many more. Students will have fun creating a variety of technology projects on topics of their interest. They will gain knowledge and experience with technology that will help them in school and everyday life.

Learn from the Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • Fee $8 Come create works of art using paint, oil pastel, chalk and more based on the works of “master” artists. We will make pieces based on the techniques used by Picasso, Van Gogh, O’Keefe and others including self portraits, still life and collage!

Mock Trial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 5-8 • No Charge Students will learn about our legal system, courtroom trials, the most common legal terms related to courtroom trials (arrests, defense, quilt, Miranda warning), and our U.S. legal system. Students will read the background of certain legal cases. Students will be divided into prosecution and defense teams. The students will act out the trials of accused persons and prosecute or defend the accused. We will discuss the cases in great detail. In addition, we will look at the U.S. Constitution and read about and discuss certain amendments. Students who enroll in this course should be successful, independents workers, high-level thinkers and problem solvers, display leadership abilities and can attend with little to no direction.

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS CONT. Newspaper Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 5-8 • No Charge Do you like to write? Learn all about the different aspects of journalism and be a part of the team that publishes a Summer School Weekly newsletter. Learn how to conduct interviews, write articles and let your creative juices flow.

Outdoor Survival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-6 • No Charge Students will spend most of the class period outdoors exploring what nature has to offer. They will enjoy studying about different plant life, animals and animal habitats, maps, camping skills and so much more!

Persuasive Writing Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge We encounter situations everyday that requires us to use our persuasive writing skills. We find persuasion being used in TV advertisements, politics, radio and many other situations. The art of persuasion is an important part in our everyday life. During this workshop, students will learn a step-by-step process of writing a persuasive essay. The students will recognize that in order to be successful at the art of persuasion, it is essential to use facts rather than opinions to support their stance. Therefore, students will learn to research a topic in detail before putting pencil to paper. Students work will focus directly on the writing process.

Picture This . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 5-8 • No Charge During “Picture This…” students will be exposed to a variety of photography methods. Students will learn many digital photo techniques including how to intentionally blur an image, framing and composition techniques for naturescapes and be presented with a variety of ways to creatively mount their photographs.

Playin’ the Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 5-8 • No Charge It’s not whether you win or lose but HOW you play the game. In this course, students will discover strategies using math, logic, and problem-solving skills to become the champion of the class. Games such as Battleship, Othello, Mancala, Knockout, and Blokus will be the primary tools used to develop strategies and higher-level thinking. Join in the fun and see how you match up against other students in our final tournament.

Readers/Writers Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-5 • No Charge Campers who enjoy the world of literature will enjoy reading and writing a variety of genres in this camp. Students will be given the opportunity to enhance their skill by writing, editing, and publishing their own work. They'll be able to unlock their imagination and enjoy the world of books.

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS CONT. Robotic Exploration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge Students will look at the various aspects of robotic construction and design. Working in small groups, students will design, build and program different robotic machines to solve a variety of problems. Robots will be judged in a series of friendly competitions with classmates.

Scrapbooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-6 • No Charge We will study scrapbook techniques including titling, framing, captioning, and decorating. The scrapbook will tell the story of a certain event/time in the student’s life, i.e. “Middle School Years!”, “My First Pet”, “Our Summer Vacation”, etc. Each student will select 20 or more personal photos to use in the creation of their own unique keepsake. Scrapbooking is a wonderful way to share favorite memories with friends and treasure them forever.

Song Writing 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-8 • No Charge Come and learn how to write and compose your own music! We will begin with the basics of writing lyrics to already composed songs and end the course with a song written by YOU! Come with the knowledge you already have about music from your music teacher and get ready to dive in deeper and create something you never thought possible!

Sports and Fitness Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-5; 6-8 • No Charge Campers engage in outdoor fitness activities, obstacle courses, parachute games, relay races, beanbag activities, and team sports such as basketball, soccer, etc.

Technology Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 4-5 • No Charge Campers will have an opportunity to explore many technologies such as various multi-media tools and software applications to wow their friends and family.

Team Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35 • Grades 4-5 • No Charge Students will learn the basics and importance of being part of a team, will participate in trust, team building, and cooperation activities that range from academic, physical and discovery-themed simulations and will learn about real world application of the strategies they have practiced.

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES FOR 4th-8th GRADE at PPMS CONT. Team Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 6-8 • No Charge Students will learn the basics and importance of being part of a team, will participate in trust, team building, and cooperation activities that range from academic, physical and discovery-themed simulations and will learn about real world application of the strategies they have practiced.

Writing As an Author . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 8:00-9:15; Period 2: 9:20-10:35; Period 3: 10:40-11:55 • Grades 5-8 • No Charge Authors build their writing on life experiences. Mini-lessons will focus on skills and strategies authors use to develop their ideas into a written product. Each student will develop a story for publication in a class anthology.

MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - HIGH SCHOOL Teacher Assistance • Grades 9-12 • 0.5 Mentorship Credit • Course runs from June 22 to July 17 with a mandatory training day on June 18 • Hours are from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm • Deadline to apply is May 1, 2015 Gain work experience and course credit by assisting in a class or by supporting an individual student in a summer school course. Teacher’s assistants will be matched up with a class or student based on interest and abilities. Teacher assistants may work in the KG-8 grade courses, dependent on where assistants are needed. Teacher recommendation letter and interview with coordinator are needed to be considered for the course. Contact Megan Rindal, rindalm@elmbrookschools.org, for more information and for the teacher recommendation letter form.

Work Experience • Grades 11-12 • Deadline to apply is May 1, 2015 Gain work experience over the summer! This course is designed for high school students with special needs to gain on-the-job skills in a community setting over the summer. Students need to be 16 years or older, with the ability to obtain a worker’s permit if necessary. Students are responsible for transportation to and from worksites. Teacher recommendation is also required.

Contact Megan Rindal, rindalm@elmbrookschools.org, for more information and for the teacher recommendation letter form.

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MUSIC LESSONS GRADES 4-8 at PPMS Summer Band & String Lessons • Grades 4-8 (Space Limited) • No Charge • Four 30 minute sessions between June 22 and July 17 This course is offered to anyone, grades 4-8, looking to study privately or in a small group on a band or a string instrument.

Space is limited to 180 in Band and 45 in Strings. Summer band and orchestra lessons offer students a chance to improve performance on their instruments, review technique in the summer, and play exciting music that will appeal to their ability and personality. Summer lessons offer students a chance to receive small group professional instruction. Each student will be scheduled for four 30 minute sessions between June 22 and July 17. It is strongly recommended that incoming 6th grade students who are first time band or orchestra members consider signing up for this opportunity.

For questions contact Candice Southcott by phone at 262-781-3030 or by email at southcoc@elmbrookschool.org.

Summer Voice Lessons • Grades 4-8 (Space Limited) • No Charge • Four (4) one-half hour sessions This course is offered to anyone, grades 4-8, who would like to improve their vocal proficiency. Space is limited to 75 students.

Each student will be scheduled for and receive four 30 minute lessons. Current chorus members, not already receiving private instruction, are strongly encouraged to enroll in this course. Students who are entering chorus for the first time are encouraged to register for this class. For questions, please contact Candice Southcott by phone at 262-781-3030 or by email at southcoc@elmbrookschool.org.

Courses Offered at the BEHS for 8th Grade P.E. 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 7:45-10:15 • No Charge • 0.5 P.E. Credit • Class held at Brookfield East High School Students completing the 8th grade may register for this class. Please refer to High School Brochure for more information.

Transitioning to High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Period 1: 7:45-10:15; Period 2: 10:25-12:55 • Grade 8 • No Charge • 0.5 Elective Credit • Class held at Brookfield East High School This course is going to be an interactive learning experience that will provide you with the tools to have a smooth and successful transition to high school by reviewing a variety of strategies, resources, and plans with the goal of making your move to high school seamless and successful. This course will focus on the following skills: • Individual Learning Plans for High School per student • Academic Development (Post-secondary education (WISCAREERS); Four year plans • Culture and Environment (layout of schools, who are your resources, how you can get involved) • Social and emotional support for the transition • Learning strategies (RAP, Cornell notes, Literacy TA strategies in reading, writing, speaking and listening 13