NMC College For Kids catalog - Summer 2015

SUMMER

June-August

2015

nmc.edu/kids

179 total summer classes

kids ages 3-17 are invited to learn & create from art to robotics + everything in between

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Science Technology Engineering Mathematics

STEM classes for all ages, on all pages

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NEW CLASSES

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NOTE: For up-to-date course information like date and location changes, along with added classes CLICK HERE Registration form is on page 38

Welcome to College for Kids!

What happens when you mix summer, a college campus, and kids?

Lots of serious fun and active learning! The College for Kids program at Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City stimulates and nurtures the minds of young people ages 3–17 with 179 learning options.

College for Kids is designed for highly motivated students to explore an area of interest; parents should read descriptions carefully to find the best fit. Most classes are formatted in a week of 4 or 5 half days. One week, Kids on Campus week – July 20-24, offers an optional supervised lunch break (bring your brown bag lunch) and lets you choose morning and afternoon classes for full days of fun (see page 18).

Traverse City, MI

• Registration begins March 20 and continues through the summer.

Early enrollment is encouraged—many classes fill quickly.

• The grade level under the class title is the grade your child will enter in FALL 2015. Classes are listed in age/grade order.

• Registration is easy—online, phone, fax, mail, or in person.

Registration form is on page 38.

See pages 36-39 for details, parent checklist, and financial aid information.

Class Descriptions............. 3-35

• Prices are listed under each class.

Maps..................................... 39

• Filled classes, added classes, and cancellations will be posted throughout the summer at the website: www.nmc.edu/kids

Parent Checklist.................... 39

Contents Kids on Campus week ..... 18-19 Calendar of Classes......... 20-21

Registration Form................. 38 Instructor bios are online at www.nmc.edu/kids

Cover Photo by Kayla Keenan 2

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

www.nmc.edu/kids

AGES 3-4 Calendar of Classes on page 20 makes planning easy

Big, Beautiful Ocean (Ages 3–4)

Bonkers Over Bugs (Ages 3–4)

EEZA106

Bugs, bugs, bugs, oh my! Busy bees, silly spiders, quick crickets, and beautiful butterflies come to visit as we listen to bug stories, sing songs, and “buggy down” to creative movement activities.

Go on a nature walk in search of bugs then get creative making totally buggin’ art projects like a spider mask and your very own insect collage. Learn fun facts through lots of handson projects, create your own bug rock, observe insects, and have lots of buggy fun.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 1940 10 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Olivia Brown $75

“Sense”ational Art (Ages 3–4)

NEW EEZA107

Do you like to get messy…and have fun?

Experience good vibrations and smelly fun as you create art and explore the world of touch, smell, sight, sound and taste. Create beautiful art with Cool Whip, shaving cream, salt, crayons, paint and more. Listen to music, read stories and meet new friends in this week of “sense”ational art. Bring a paint shirt or wear clothes that can get messy.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 1-3 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Kate Scott

Code: 1941 $65

EEZA104

Dive into a week of ocean life as you discover seahorses, sharks, crabs, and brightly colored fish.

You’ll have a splashy time playing lively games like Sharks and Barracudas, making music, and creating something special every day while learning about the ocean. Add finger plays, great stories, and a little science for extra fun. Bring a 2-liter bottle to class to make your own “ocean in a bottle.”

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Annette Richter

Code: 1942 $75

My Colorful World (Ages 3–4)

EEZA102

Red, Green, Purple, and Pink—the world is full of amazing colors. Stories, games, music and take-home art guide you on an adventure with characters like a white rabbit, a jelly bean bunny, and a silly brown bear. You’ll do the Rainbow Pokey and the Color Crayon March and make a fly-catching frog and a flying bee.

There are paints and colors galore—and a Purple People Eater!

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Annette Richter

Code: 1943 $75

Amazing Alphabet Animal Adventure (Ages 3–4)

EEZA103

Ants and apples, enormous elephants, the octopus and the ostrich! Meet the fun family of vowels—those letters that show up in every word. Silly stories, giggly games, fun crafts, and fascinating animals help us get acquainted with all five vowels. You’ll go on an adventure with Abby Alligator, discover a hiding “I”, and laugh at the Umbrella Bird’s umbrella.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Annette Richter

Code: 1944

NOTE: Children need to be the listed age by the first day of their class.

$75

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AGES 4-6 What’s Cookin’?

(Ages 4–6)

Camp Adventures (Ages 4–6) EEYA114

Banana dippers, fresh veggie pizza, peanut butter honey balls, waffle sandwiches…learn to make these fun foods and lots more in this hands-on week in a big shiny kitchen. You’ll stir, blend, measure, mix, bake and taste your way through good food you can fix at home. Every day has a theme and includes a story and hands-on prep.

Recipes from this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens.

Option 1: Mon.-Fri., Code: 1945 June 22-26, 9:30 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Sarah Wilcoxen Option 2: Mon.-Thurs., Code: 1946 June 29-July 2, 9 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Rebecca Walters Both options NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 $109 each option

Treasure Hunters—A Pirate Adventure (Ages 4–6)

EEYA135

Calling all happy campers! Experience the great outdoors as you go on a nature hike and scavenger hunt, create cool crafts out of the things you find, and collect badges along the way. Learn about fossils and create one using a hammer. Discover Michigan birds and make a take home bird feeder. And of course, plan to stir up some yummy camping snacks like armpit fudge and s’mores on a stick. Hang out around the camp “fire” as we sing songs, tell stories, eat and play.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 1949 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Kelly Nash $75

EEYA108

Yo ho ho, pirates! Come along on a pirate-y adventure full of stories, art, and fun! Our adventure takes place on our own ‘island’ where we’ll create a pirate ship and pirate maps to lead us to lost treasures. Design a pirate hat and sword, create a treasure chest to hold your loot, and a boat that floats. Each day, exploration awaits you so climb aboard for a great voyage and learning fun.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 1947 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Kelly Nash $75

The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!

(Ages 4–6)

NEW EEYA142

Oh the adventures you’ll do, when you learn like a Who! Your favorite Dr. Seuss characters will lead you on a great quest in this week full of imagination and creativity. Learn how to measure your feet, mix colors, take care of our Earth, make your own alphabet mobile, use your senses to explore Oobleck and so much more!

You’ll run, play, create and discover with the Cat in the Hat as your guide.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 1948 1-3 p.m., University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Jackie Stremlow $75

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Imagineering Your World (Ages 4–6)

NEW EEYA144

Attention Imagineers! Have you ever wondered what London Bridge and a bird have in common?

Why the world’s tallest buildings don’t fall down in a wind storm? Each day you’ll discover amazing engineering feats. Create your own city using marshmallows, launch a race car across a desert and make someone’s hair stand straight up. Using art, math, movement and humor, explore your own amazing engineering abilities.

Prepare for a week full of multi-sensory scientific discovery. Dress to get messy and move. Please bring one empty shoe box Monday.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 1950 9:30 a.m.-Noon, University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Annie Froehlich $75

Frogs and Butterflies (Ages 4–6)

EEYA137

Leap into a week of frolicking frogs and fluttering butterflies. Experience fun through stories, art, movement, science and more. Discover how caterpillars turn into butterflies and tadpoles into frogs. Make a beautiful butterfly and a wide mouth, fly catching frog. Create frog puppets and play games where you go on a frog hunt or catch butterflies. Make new friends in this hands-on, action-packed week of discovery.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Annette Richter

Calling All SuperHeroes (Ages 4–6)

Code: 1951 $65

NEW EEYA143

Put on your super gear and get ready for an exciting week of heroic fun! Explore with your Spidey senses, rescue Batman and Robin from a frozen state, save our world from villains, collect kryptonite and experience what Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle mutagen feels like—but don’t worry, it’s not Shredder’s formula. Make your own superhero costume to take home.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 1952 1-3:30 p.m., University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Jackie Stremlow $75

3, 2, 1, Blast Off! (Ages 4–6)

AGES 4-6

NEW

EEYA125

All systems are go for discovery and wonder as you find out what it would be like to be an astronaut! Spend the week exploring spaceships, stars, and planets. View the stars in our own classroom planetarium, launch rockets, make your own astronaut helmet, and even sample astronaut ice cream. Pack your bags for an outof-this-world space adventure!

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 1953 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Shanna Girrbach $75

Ocean Wonders (Ages 4–6) EEYA130

Jump into the big blue ocean for a week of amazing discovery with seahorses, horseshoe crabs, and brightly colored fish. And don’t forget those giant whales and sharks! You’ll have a splashy time with music, lively games and ocean art sea-creature mobiles. Bring a 2-liter bottle to class to make your own “ocean in a bottle.”

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 1954 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Annette Richter $75

Discover Dinosaurs (Ages 4–6)

EEYA113

Brontosaurus, Triceratops—even dinosaur names are big and mysterious! Learn fun facts about dinosaurs every day through hands-on projects. Go on a fossil hunt, make fossil prints, and create a dinosaur skeleton. You will even make up a new kind of dinosaur just discovered in this class! There will be art, crafts, music, and of course, play. Come join the Dino fun.

Kids on Campus week: Code: 1956 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Jennifer Hoffman $75

The Science Kid (Ages 4–6)

EEYA126

Discover the magic of science! Sid, the Science Kid, asks all the big questions like what happens in the dark? What is a germ? How do magnets work and how can I make ice cream? Go on a nature walk, experiment with magnets, turn off the lights and make shadow puppets. You’ll get the answers when you experiment with real scientific principles to satisfy your natural curiosities of the world around you. Let your imagination run wild as you become a budding scientist.

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 1955 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $75

Welcome to Pixie Hollow (Ages 4–6)

EEYA109

Fly to Pixie Hollow and experience the wonder and magic of Tinkerbell’s hidden world through art and stories. Design your own fairy doll and build her a tiny home, pot your own plant, and create your own lip-gloss. Transform into a fairy by creating a woodland crown, a sparkly wand, and beautiful bracelets. Then wear all your fairy fashions to a special fairy tea party on the last day.

Kids on Campus week: Code: 1957 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Kelly Nash $75

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AGES 4-6 Rainforest Adventure (Ages 4–6)

Mighty Michigan!

(Ages 4–6)

EEYA106

Jump into a week of hands-on fun as you journey to the amazing rainforest filled with exploding color and exciting adventures. Each day you will make new discoveries about the plants, animals, and foods of the rainforest while exploring art, music, games, stories, and movement. Make cool animal projects like a fabulous frog and a “moving” snake. Build your own rainforest in a jar, create a rainforest recipe book, and try new foods. Every day is a play day—in the rainforest!

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 1958 10 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Kim Peltier $75

Who Lives Here?

(Ages 4–6)

NEW EEYA141

Be a nature sleuth and find out where the animals live. Some are very good at hiding so we’ll get out our super dooper magnifying glasses and learn to look in hidden places. Spend a week of hands-on fun learning about animal habitats and homes.

Make a bird feeder, a bird nest snack, a caterpillar necklace, thumbprint animals, an octopus and more. We’ll sing songs, read stories and take a hike to learn about animals in their habitats.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 1-3 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Kathy Cole

Dancing Feet Creative Movement (Ages 4–6)

Code: 1959 $75

EEYA123

Spin, stretch, walk, slide—your body wants to move! Let your feet tell stories as you explore jazz, ballet, and modern dance. You’ll learn to stretch like a dancer and balance your body as you leap and twirl. As we move our bodies to different kinds of music, you’ll create your own dances. No dance experience is needed. Wear comfortable clothes for moving (no jeans please), and dance shoes (bare feet are fine too).

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Annie Froehlich

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Code: 1960

EEYA110

Did you know that sand dunes move? Or that sailors sent messages with flags? Set out on a weeklong adventure as you learn to identify Michigan birds, flowers, trees, and fish. Read legendary stories and use your Mighty Michigan powers to make a bird feeder. Get down and dirty while exploring a nature square then clean up to enjoy Michigan apple and cherry treats. Earn a badge and become a real Junior Ranger. Through activities, games, and puzzles, you’ll learn how to help protect Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and our cultural heritage.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 32 Instructor: Tiffany Webb

Code: 1961

Art, Art, and More Art (Ages 4–6)

$75 EEYA119

Explore all kinds of fun and messy art in this week of hands-on discovery. You’ll paint, shape, squish, print, sculpt, and glue—and still have time for stories, songs, and movement. Moms and dads: this week of art exploration develops fine motor skills and encourages creativity to flourish. Your young artist’s experience includes collage, painting, printmaking, wood-scrap sculpture, and more.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 1962 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Heather Quick $75

Princess Manners (Ages 4–6)

NEW EEYA145

You’re invited to join the royal fun and learn to act like a princess. Learn to be kind and gracious from Cinderella. Snow White will teach you her table manners. Let Princess Jasmine show you how to be a good guest and Princess Ariel will tell you when and how to say, “I’m sorry.” All week long we’ll be preparing for our Princess Tea with Elsa, which will take place on Friday.

Don’t miss the royal fun of games, crafts, and new friends.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 1963 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Annette Richter $75

$75

Something for everyone—age 3 to high school seniors.

AGES 4–6

Do you love to sing?

Music for Little Mozarts (Ages 4–6)

Join NMC Children’s Choir!

Auditions are June 9 & 11 for students entering grades 3-9.

Reserve a time at 995-1700. nmc.edu/childrens-choir Messy Masterpieces (Ages 4–6)

EEYA133

Through the imagination of children’s literature and imagery, you will be inspired to draw, paint, print, sculpt and get messy! Using textured patterns, bright colors and fun materials, you’ll create a colorful seahorse, sculpt a fanciful fish, draw, and paint a favorite animal or pet.

You’ll even create a story about your favorite masterpiece.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Heather Quick

Code: 1964

Yummy Art! (Ages 4–6)

$75 EEYA140

No starving artists here! Spend a fun week “playing with your food.” Create wonderful and wacky art projects using edible paints, sand, stamps, and more. Each day you’ll explore ways to take ordinary food items and design exciting art projects including Cool Whip paintings, salad sillies, monster toast, pasta pictures, and fruit loop sand jars. You’ll also read stories and learn foodie rhymes while you make incredible edible art!

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 1965 10 a.m.-Noon, University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Kathy Cole $79

Princess Party (Ages 4–6)

EEYA104

It’s a party and you’re invited! Join Elsa, Snow White, Cinderella, Ariel, Belle and more in a week full of princess fun. Make a crown and sash, a beaded necklace and other princess accessories.

Cut and paste, sing and count as you explore the world of princesses. Mix, measure, and decorate your treats for the party on the last day when you can come dressed-up in all your princess glamour!

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 1966 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Elizabeth Dornbos $75

EEYA136

All kids love to make music! Enjoy a week of musical magic as you sing, move, listen, and create. Discover how to use your singing voice, feel the beat in fun ways, learn simple folk dances from around the world, and move to all types of music. You’ll also explore and play many different rhythm instruments. You’ll even make your own instrument to perform in a “class band” and take home at the end of the week.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 1967 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Stephanie Schall-Brazee $75

Art in the Great Outdoors (Ages 4–6)

EEYA118

Nature is full of art supplies for creating your own masterpieces. We’ll go outside to explore, learn, and gather materials. Indoors you’ll create a nature wreath and seed pendant, do tree rubbings, design sand sculptures, make stained glass clouds, and more—there is so much for the nature artist to see and do! Wear shoes for being outside (not flip flops) and clothes for delightfully messy activities.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Heather Quick

Bendy Bodies: Yoga Kids (Ages 4–6)

Code: 1968 $75 EEYA132

Get moving with a week of Yoga adventures.

Each day has a new and exciting theme that combines playful Yoga techniques with stories, art, music, and games. Practice Yoga poses to mimic animals and explore the world through the eyes of some of your favorite creatures. Get ready to learn downward dog, cobra, playful puppy, saggy cow, and more! Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for lots of movement and art.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A Instructor: Annie Froehlich

Code: 1969 $75

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ENTERING GRADES 1-3 Dig it! Archaeology for Kids (Grades 1–3)

EEYB158

Do you like getting dirty and solving puzzles?

Come discover how archaeologists uncover mysteries of the past. You’ll find hidden secrets, make your own fossils, and explore shipwrecks right here in Grand Traverse Bay. Investigate unusual objects and examine artifact replicas f rom thousands of years ago. Learn how to excavate and try your hand at it with an archaeologist’s tool kit and simulated dig site.

If you’re careful, you could find missing clues to the past.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 1970 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Nicole Mullin $75

LEGO® Minecraft™ (Grades 1–3)

NEW EEYB172

Do you like to mine? Enjoy a week with Traverse City’s own brick artist and explore how to create a Minecraft™ world in LEGO® bricks! Explore creepers, tools, buildings, and different settings in this hands-on class. Work within groups all week so we can build the best brickverse ever.

Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks to take home and enjoy.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Christina Collins

Shelter Building (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1971 $89 EEYB127

You’re hiking and your friend sprains an ankle… and there’s a storm coming! You need shelter, but none can be found. We’ll listen to great stories and tales as we learn to construct different types of shelters from materials available to us in nature. If you like forts and, more importantly, like to build them, this adventure is for you! You will work together to build a shelter large enough for the whole group! Bring a water bottle.

Both options Mon.-Fri., Option 1: June 22-26 Code: 1972 10 a.m.-Noon Option 2: Aug. 3-7 Code: 1973 10 a.m.-Noon Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $75 each option

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Super Science Sleuths (Grades 1–3)

NEW EEYB163

Super science sleuths wanted! Have you ever wondered why bears sleep all winter? Why leaves change color in the fall? Or why the birds and squirrels are so busy in the spring? Come along on a journey through the seasons of Northern Michigan. Using art, engineering, math, and scientific discovery, you’ll explore how each season is uniquely scientific. Track the wildest animals, create a blizzard in summer, grow plants in a milk container, and much more in this week of multi-sensory science fun.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Annie Froehlich

Kids in the Kitchen (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1974 $75 EEYB110

Stir, blend, measure, mix, and bake—be a chef for a week of kitchen discovery. We’ll make main dishes like chicken enchiladas and lasagna, and for snack day, made from scratch granola bars and other tasty treats. Try your hand at homemade bread. You will be amazed at how much math you use to be a chef. Make lots of delicious recipes and make new chef friends.

Recipes from this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens.

Option 1: Mon.-Fri. Code: 1975 June 22-26, 1-4 p.m.

Option 2: Mon.-Fri. Code: 1976 July 27-31, 9 a.m.-Noon Both options NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor for both: Rebecca Walters

$129 each option

Arty Party (Grades 1–3)

NEW EEYB168

Experience a week of fun and hands-on multimedia art! Expand your artistic talents by mimicking the styles of the most celebrated and talented artists: Seurat, Chagall, O’Keefe and others. Learn about their lives through stories and discover their art through painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and more. Celebrate on the last day with your awesome masterpieces!

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 1977 9:30 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Val Domkiv $75

LEGO® Art (Grades 1–3)

ENTERING GRADES 1-3 EEYB170

Go beyond pre-made kits and explore creative designs, forms, and cool structures using your own imagination. Get creative with Traverse City’s own brick artist and challenge yourself to blend colored brick pieces to make intricate patterns, colorful sculptures, imaginary critters, and more. Each day you’ll bring your mind’s hidden creations to life while exploring interesting building techniques used by experienced LEGO® builders. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks so you can create at home.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 1-3:30 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Christina Collins

Explore the Moon (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1979 $99 EEYB151

Ready, set, head to the moon! Learn what makes the moon so special through art projects, stories and games. Test your skills in a special astronaut training program and design your own space helmet. You’ll paint, and use storybooks and Oreos to learn about the shapes the moon takes and other intriguing lunar facts. Analyze moon sand and design moon rock models to explore its bumpy surface—fulfill your mission, astronauts!

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222 Instructor: Nicole Mullin

Kitchen Chemistry (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1978 $75

NEW EEYB175

Come and enjoy a week in the kitchen exploring chemistry. Acids, bases and your favorite foods!

So much to discover in only one week. Everyone enjoys eating candy, but find out some amazing discoveries when you investigate gummy bears, Pop Rocks, and Gobstoppers. Learn how soda pop gets its bubbles when you make your own.

Bake bread and muffins to see what makes them light and fluffy. Be ready to perform experiments and taste some of your conclusions.

Lil’ Chemists (Grades 1–3)

EEYB171

Be a scientist as you run experiments and make amazing discoveries about how things in the world work. You’ll grow crystals of many colors and shapes and create your own work of art. Learn about acids and bases while you make sherbet. Experiment with solids, liquids, and gases. You’ll mix ingredients and brew concoctions to create chemical reactions!

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 1981 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health & Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $75

Sports and Games (Grades 1–3)

EEYB128

Fun in the sun—and the gym! Explore new games each day as you learn to play soccer, basketball, t-ball, football, track, and more. Learn the basics from Coach Kenny (Traverse City class) or Coach Grammer (Williamsburg class) and get tips to make it more fun. You’ll practice new skills and learn to play the games. Bring a water bottle, tennis shoes, and plenty of energy.

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 1982 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: David Kenny $75

Whiskers and Wings (Grades 1–3)

EEYB159

Calling all animal lovers! Get ready to walk on the wild side and roam the animal kingdom through the magic of art. Dream, draw, paint, and create with watercolors, acrylics and oil pastels.

Make a whimsical watercolor, a batik fabric wall hanging and discover how to paint on wood and canvas. Learn about color, brush strokes, and lots of fun art techniques.

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 32 Instructor: Patti Ramoie

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 1980 1-4 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $89

Code: 1983 $75

“Play is serious learning.”

Mr. Rogers

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

www.nmc.edu/kids

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ENTERING GRADES 1-3 Happy Campers (Grades 1–3)

EEYB113

Heigh ho, heigh ho, it’s off to camp we go! Pitch your tent and get ready for a week of fun where you will sing camping songs, play campground games and, of course, eat camp food. Find out how to use a compass, mark a trail, and identify plants—especially poison ivy! Learn how to appreciate and protect the outdoors so there will always be a place for happy campers like you.

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Shanna Girrbach

Insects Don’t Bug Me! (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1984 $75 EEYB119

Are you buggy for bugs? Explore the fascinating world of critters that fly and crawl. Go on daily hunts to locate, observe, count, and collect exciting critters like butterflies, dragonflies, ants, spiders, and worms. You’ll learn to catch them with nets to add to your homemade habitat.

Construct different bugs, weave a web, and more.

Each day we’ll focus on a type of bug so you can become an expert. You will never look at bugs the same way again!

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 1986 1-3 p.m., University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Val Domkiv $75

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Camp Frozen (Grades 1–3)

EEYB174

You’ve undoubtedly seen the movie—now experience Frozen in Traverse City! Through art, science, and imagination, you’ll jump into Elsa’s frozen world. Create 3-D snowflakes, frozen snow slime, and your very own take-home Elsa and Olaf! You’ll paint Olaf and design your own crown, wintery wand, bracelet and more. We’ll “let it go” on the last day with a frozen ice cream bar. Be cool in this week of frozen fun!

Kids on Campus Week: Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 220 Instructor: Kelly Nash

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Code: 1987

$75

Way Cool Science (Grades 1–3)

EEYB117

The “magic” of science is all around us! From making slime and foaming cups of colored goop to using bubbles to forecast weather…this is science! Science is everywhere—outside, in your kitchen, and in the air around you. Become a scientist for a week of experiments as you discover how plants grow, how bread rises, why pop cans crush, and what creates a gas. You’ll learn how to produce real chemical reactions right in your own kitchen—with your parent’s help, of course!

Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Janine Winkler

Drawing and Painting (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1989

$75 EEYB121

Watercolors, tempera, pastels, brushes, sponges, charcoal, graphite—even the words sound inviting and creative. Be an artist for a week of exploration into the world of color, shape, line, form, and space. From landscapes to portraits to favorite animals, you will capture on paper images around you and in your imagination.

Bring a paint shirt.

Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Andrew Sias

Calendar of classes is on pages 20-21.

Code: 1988

$75

LEGO® Mania (Grades 1–3)

ENTERING GRADES 1-3 EEYB169

Do you love LEGOS®? Come and build with Traverse City’s own brick artist! Build a city, a car, a bridge. You’ll have fun putting pieces together to create a city like the one Emmet, from the LEGO® movie, might live in. Learn to make patterns and explore fun new ways to play with your LEGO® bricks. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks so you can create at home.

Kids on Campus Week: Code: 1990 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Christina Collins $99

Where the Wild Things Are NEW (Grades 1–3) EEYB161

What do marvelous mammals, beautiful birds, interesting insects, fabulous fish, amazing amphibians, and ridiculous reptiles have in common? They can all be wild and wacky animals! Come find out what makes each animal group interesting and unique. Learn fun facts every day and join us for activities and projects that you can take home.

Kids on Campus week Code: 1991 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 101 Instructor: Jennifer Hoffman $75

Inventor’s Workshop (Grades 1–3)

EEYB126

Inventors wanted! Are you curious and full of ideas? Learn about famous inventors and the things they discovered. Build and test a car made from simple machines, construct a spool pulley, design a toy marble run and a toothpick bridge strong enough to hold heavy objects.

Compete with your own designed aerodynamic paper airplanes. Create your own invention and showcase it in the Contraption Carnival. Who knows, you might invent something that makes you famous!

Kids on Campus week: Code: 1992 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Kathy Cole $75

Draw, Paint, Sculpt: Art Adventures (Grades 1–3)

NEW EEYB177

Have fun using your imagination and exciting art materials to sculpt crazy characters, animals, or creatures. Make your own piñata using papiermâché. Design and make a puppet out of plaster and cloth. Discover how to use melted crayons to create batik art. You’ll also have fun using paints, oil pastels, and cool color-changing markers!

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Kristi Wodek

Code: 1993 $79

Magical World of Fairy Gardens (Grades 1–3) EEYB162

Explore the magical world of fairies and fairy gardens. Build your very own fairy garden and change an ordinary pot into an enchanted fairy garden, complete with a fairy, a toad stool, and magical fairy door. Hear fantastic tales and learn fairy songs. Discover different types of fairies and how they work to make a garden beautiful. Make a magic wand for a garden party on the last day.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 1995 1-3 p.m., University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Kim Peltier $75

Mysterious Magic and Super Slimy Science (Grades 1–3)

EEYB138

Can you make things move without touching them? What is Oobleck? How do you make slime? These questions and more will be answered in this week of super science experiments. See chemical reactions produce extraordinary things—and you won’t believe the magic tricks!

You will create flubber, explode a volcano, make flowers change colors and more. Bring your curiosity!

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 1994 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructors: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $75

Register today classes fill quickly (231) 995-1700

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ENTERING GRADES 1-3 Art in the City with Pete the Cat (Grades 1–3)

NEW EEYB147

Spark your imagination and visit the city with the beloved character, Pete the Cat. Create silly whimsical buildings with oil pastels, paint a city landscape, and even create a fabric banner. Use unusual household items for discovering art techniques as you paint with acrylics, watercolors, and crayons. You’ll cut and create, and so much more. Learn about color, shape and design while you explore the wonders of the city with Pete the Cat on his wacky fun adventures! Dress to get messy.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Patti Ramoie

Cheerleading Camp (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1996 $75 EEYB142

We’ve got spirit yes we do! We’ve got spirit how about you? Get ready for a week of fun where you start the day by warming up your muscles with flexibility and strengthening exercises. Learn the FUNdamentals of cheerleading with beginning tumbling skills, basic motions, stunting, and jumps. You’ll practice each day and be ready to show your team spirit on the last day, complete with your own set of pom-poms. Wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle every day.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Jerrilynn Pike

Scooby-Doo: Detective Extraordinaire (Grades 1–3)

Code: 1997 $75

NEW EEYB173

Jinkies! Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Incorporated gang need your help to dig up answers to a mystery. You’ll be hands-on using your super-sleuth skills to problem solve.

Recreate monster clues out of slimy ooze, make your own mystery-themed board game and go on daily scavenger hunts to find answers to the unknown. Document your discoveries in your detective journal with decoder pen.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 1998 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Elizabeth Dornbos $75

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Frozen Art Blast (Grades 1–3)

NEW EEYB176

Experience the magic of winter in a whole new way! Motivated by the hit Disney movie, Frozen, you’ll be entertained and delighted all week with cool art projects. Create a snow globe and clay sculpture, picture frames, magnets and more.

Work with a variety of different art supplies and make masterpieces inspired by Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and Kristoff, but that are uniquely yours.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 1999 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $75

Outdoor Art (Grades 1–3)

EEYB122

Nature is filled with intricate patterns and shapes, and amazing colors and textures. Just what an artist needs! Get outdoors and explore the beauty in nature. Then get creative with clay, sand, rocks, and found natural objects to make collages, mobiles, prints and more. There’s so much for the nature artist to see and do! Wear shoes for being outside (not flip flops) and clothes for delightfully messy activities.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2000 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Heather Quick $75

Space Kids (Grades 1–3)

NEW EEYB123

Launch into outer space for a week of starry discoveries! Imagine living in space as you explore stars, our solar system, meteor showers, and more. Will you be the first person to walk on Mars? Each day you’ll do out-of-this-world projects including building a rocket. One day even takes you inside our “star lab” to view the constellations.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2001 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Christi Morgan $75

In the Days of Dragons (Grades 1–3)

EEYB106

Imagine living in a fantasy world where wizards cast spells and knights defend castles against ogres and dragons. Would you be a queen, a knight, a wizard? Choose a character to role play and make yourself a costume. Would you tame a dragon as a pet? Decide as you make your own dragon. Build your castle and a catapult to defend it. Stir up a wizard’s potion and a puddle of ogre ooze.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2002 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Nicole Mullin $75

Acting Up! (Grades 1–3)

EEYB118

Do you like to pretend? Pretending is just like acting. Discover the world of theater in this action-packed week. Each day begins with fun drama games to warm up your creativity. Learn how to act, create a costume, and make your own props. Put together fun skits based on new stories and old favorites. Through hands-on activities, you will learn, practice, and then put on a show for your family and friends.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Theater Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom

It’s a Glittery Girl Thing (Grades 1–3)

Code: 2003 $75 EEYB153

Want to add a little dazzle to your wardrobe?

Create your own necklaces, bracelets, rings, belts and other unique accessories. Learn techniques to make your own jewelry and hair accessories using beads, rhinestones, buttons, shrink plastic, clay, ribbon, and more! Design many items that nobody will believe you made yourself.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2004 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $75

Kid’s Choir Camp (Grades 1–4)

ENTERING GRADES 1-4

EEYO101

Do you love to sing? Come join the NMC Children’s Choir staff for a great week of music on campus! Whether you’re an experienced singer or brand new to singing, you’re welcome to join us. Each day is a new encounter with music through singing and other activities including: hand-drumming, folk dance, choirchimes, and ukuleles. The finale of the week is a concert featuring all the Kid’s Choir Camp singers.

Mon.-Fri., June 15-19 Code: 2005 9:30 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructors: Jeffrey Cobb, Todd Vipond David & Mary Parrish, & Stephanie Schall-Brazee $150

Magician’s Workshop (Grades 2–4)

NEW EEYC115

YOU can do magic! Learn and practice magical skills necessary to amaze, mystify, and delight your f riends and family. In the magician’s workshop, you’ll find out how to levitate small objects, control decks of cards, instantaneously freeze water, bend spoons and keys, and so much more. Make your own magic trunk and fill it with your tools of the trade.

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 2006 10 a.m.-Noon, University Center Rm. 05 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Val Domkiv $75

Junior Robotics Academy NEW (Grades 2–4) EEYC114

Learn the basics of robot building and the skills necessary to compete in regional robotic competitions using the VEX IQ Robotics Kits.

With your team, you’ll build a “bot” and run it through fun challenges. Be prepared—some of the challenges will require you to build, test, and rebuild your bot. Learn to operate controls and program the robot’s brain to run an obstacle course, carry objects, and obey your commands.

Finish with the Ultimate Team Challenge where teams compete face to face.

Kids on Campus week: Code: 2007 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 107 Instructor: Philip Leete $99

Maps and driving directions are on page 39.

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ENTERING GRADES 2-5 SEW Simple (Grades 2–4)

EEYC111

Want to learn how to sew with a sewing machine? Want to make your own clothes? Do both this week and create a dress to wear! Learn basic sewing skills, work with a pattern, operate a sewing machine, stitch, and press seams to create your own cool sundress and tote bag. Handstitch fabric flowers to embellish your tote bag.

On the last day, amaze your family and friends as you walk down the runway in your new outfit.

Includes all materials.

Both options Mon.-Fri. Kids on Campus week: Code: 2008 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222/224 Option 2: Aug. 3-7 Code: 2009 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Kristi Wodek $85 each option

Crime Busters (Grades 2–4)

EEYC101

Become a detective and solve mysteries! Learn what scientists, detectives, and police do to investigate a crime scene. Try your hand at fingerprinting, conduct experiments on ransom notes, and analyze hair and other objects using a microscope. To sharpen your observation skills, your team will set up crime scenes for others to figure out. Be ready— on the last day, see if your team can collect enough evidence to solve the crime. Who did it?

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2010 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Janine Winkler $75

GRASP reading

&

math summer

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Minecraft™ Designers (Grades 3–5)

EEYD129

If you love the game Minecraft™, but always wanted to design your own characters and buildings for your games, this is for you! Learn the basics of creating 3D models using a new software to design your very own objects, create skins for characters, and import them into your favorite Minecraft™ games. To access your project at home, you must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft™. Tablet, phone, and game console version of Minecraft™ are not compatible. Parent email address is required to use 3D modeling software. You will work in teams for most of the week.

Both options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: June 22-26 Code: 2011 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Option 2: July 27-31 Code: 2012 1-3:30 p.m.

NMC Main Campus, Beckett Bldg. Rm. 217 Instructor: Andrew Sias $125 each option

App Attack!

Make Your First Game App (Grades 3–5)

EEYD130

Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app!

Using a specialized app and game development tool, you’ll explore the world of web-based apps.

In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and game development, you’ll see firsthand how the world of app publishing functions. Your created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. No prior experience is necessary and you do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to take the class. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the week.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 2013 9 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Jarred Araujo $125

Could your child use a boost with math or language arts?

GRASP can help! See the back cover for details or visit nmc.edu/kids

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

www.nmc.edu/kids

ENTERING GRADES 3-5 The Paint Studio (Grades 3–5)

Clay Works for Kids (Grades 3–5)

EEYD113

Explore the fabulous feel of clay while making useful and unique objects. Use pinch, slab, and coil methods to create original items and glaze them. Make a clay relief sculpture that is also a bowl, an animal that whistles or rattles, or a vase with a face! Wear comfy clothes that can get messy as you learn about hand-building your very own clay creations. Time for pick-up of finished pieces will be arranged.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 2014 9:30 a.m.-Noon and Tues., July 7, 1-3 p.m.

NMC Main Campus Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135 Instructor: Lisa Hockin $89

Time Travelers Art Club (Grades 3–5)

EEYD124

Traveling through history, using art movements from ancient cave drawings to modern surrealism and abstract expressionism as inspiration, you’ll create your own masterpieces. Explore the techniques of drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and so much more! On the final day, create your own art movement and let your imagination run wild!

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 2015 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 106 Instructor: Coreene Kreiser $75

Robots Rule!

A LEGO® Adventure (Grades 3–5)

EEYD118

Robots are used to build, communicate, search, and explore the world around you. Discover how robots work as you build a basic robot in this hands-on week of robotic fun. Using the LEGO® Mindstorms™ NXT platform, you’ll use simple programming to experiment with the different robotic sensors and motors.

Mon.-Thurs., July 13-16 Code: 2016 9:30 a.m.-Noon, Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Scott Diment $89

EEYD123

Let your imagination go f ree as you create awesome paintings. Learn the fundamentals of painting as you explore different techniques: mixing, blending, masking, spattering, printing, pointillism, and much more while using acrylics and watercolor. Explore the styles of famous artists and apply them to your paintings on canvas, watercolor paper, fabric, and wood. Bring a paintshirt or wear clothes that can stand a drop of paint…or two.

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Kristi Wodek

Code: 2017

$79

Spectacular Sculptures: NEW Sand, Clay, and Wire, Oh My! (Grades 3–5) EEYD116

Experience the thrill of hand-sculpting in wood, plaster, clay, wire, paper and more in this week of 3-dimensional art. You’ll carve, construct, model, and cast as you create a sandcast mask, papier-mâché figure, wood scrap tower, pinch pot, soft-stone carving, and wire animals.

Enjoy experimenting with new materials and techniques to design one-of-a-kind extreme works of art. Dress for a messy fun time!

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 2018 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $75

Sports Camp (Grades 3–5) EEYD103

Basketball, track, football, volleyball, baseball— sports and games mean summer fun outdoors and in the gym. Every day you’ll enjoy team games and skill builders while engaging in various types of athletics. Coach Kenny teaches game essentials and tips for making each sport more fun. Bring your water bottle and wear tennis shoes.

Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Gym Instructor: David Kenny

Code: 2019 $75

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ENTERING GRADES 3-6 Code Breakers (Grades 3–5)

EEYD131

Calling all future coders, programmers, and designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg or the high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. You will work in teams for most of the week.

Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3:30 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields

History Mysteries (Grades 3–5)

Code: 2020

$125

NEW EEYD133

Close your eyes and listen, do you hear horses and carts rumbling down the brick roadways?

Do you ever daydream of the past? Through photos, maps, stories and activities, you’ll journey through time discovering history. Take a walking tour of downtown Traverse City and see how it looked then compared to now. Spend a different day at the beach excavating a world forgotten.

Pack your bags for amazing adventures each day!

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2023 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Maddie Lundy $75

Cheerleading Clinic (Grades 3–5)

EEYD117

Give me an F, give me a U, give me an N…What does it spell? FUN! Dance, prance, and cheer for five days of spirit! Begin each day warming up your muscles with flexibility and strengthening exercises. You’ll learn the F UNdamentals of cheerleading with basic motions, stunting, jumps, and dance routines. You’ll practice each day and be ready to show your team spirit on the last day complete with your own set of pom-poms. Wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle every day.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Bldg. Rm. 120 Instructor: Jerrilynn Pike

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Code: 2024 $75

Kid’s Cuisine (Grades 3–5) EEYD105

Grab your passport and prepare to travel the world through your taste buds! Each day will focus on a different part of the globe in this week long whirlwind culinary adventure. Learn a little about a new country and then take on the role of chef as you prepare some of their famous foods—fresh salsa from Mexico, biscotti from Italy, sushi from Japan and more. Learn basic cooking terms and techniques in this handson experience in the Oleson Center kitchen.

Recipes from this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens.

Both options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: July 27-31 Code: 2021 1-4 p.m.

Instructor: Rebecca Walters Option 2: Aug. 3-7 Code: 2022 9 a.m.-Noon Instructor: Shannon McCann Both options NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129

$129 each option

Meet Me at the Ranch— Horseback Riding (Grades 3–6)

EEYE101

They gallop and trot, whinny and neigh; they are massive and beautiful—and they capture our imaginations. Get to know horses in this three-day camp where you will be assigned your own horse. At the Circle H Stables at Ranch Rudolf, you will learn how to safely groom, care for, handle, lead, saddle, and bridle your horse.

You will also learn basic western riding. Each day includes riding lessons—from corral, to pasture, to the last day’s trail ride. Wear heeled shoes or boots and bring a snack, water bottle, and clothes for inclement weather. Helmets provided.

Opt. 1 & 2 meet three days, Mon/Tues/Wed Option 1: June 29-July 1 Code: 2025 9 a.m.-Noon Option 2: June 29-July 1 Code: 2026 1-4 p.m.

Opt. 3 & 4 meet three days, Tues/Wed/Thurs Option 3: July 7-9 Code: 2027 9 a.m.-Noon Option 4: July 7-9 Code: 2028 1-4 p.m.

Meet at Circle H Stables (7200 Brown Bridge Rd., TC) Instructors: Melody Hamill & LeeAnn Jacobs

$129 each option

The Art of Tree Climbing (Grades 3–7 with a Parent)

ENTERING GRADES 3-7 EEYF101

When you watch squirrels scamper through trees, do you wish you could be up there too?

Climbing trees is not only fun, it’s a sport! Using arborist’s ropes and harnesses, you (and your parent) will learn to ascend into the canopies safely. You’ll even learn how to camp there.

Equipment is provided; bring drinking water. An in-tree snack is provided. Dress for the weather and wear shoes and long pants. Cost includes one adult and one child.

Opt. 1: One day, Thurs., June 18 Code: 2029 Opt. 2: One day, Thurs., July 16 Code: 2030 Opt. 3: One day, Fri., Aug. 14 Code: 2031 All 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Meet at Cedar Lake boat launch west of TC, out Cedar Run Rd. Instructor: Bo Burke $99 each option

Kids with Cameras (Grades 4–6)

EEYG114

Get ready for a week of photo fun. Whether you have been taking photos for a while, or are just picking up a digital camera for the first time – we want you! Open up a whole new world that screams never bored. Start by learning photography basics to make your photographs tell the story you see. Then add some tips and get creative. You’ll go on photo shoots every day filling your world with amazing new experiences.

Learn to use Photoshop Elements to improve your photo images. Bring a digital camera (no camera phones) to class each day.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222 Instructor: Coreene Kreiser

Code: 2034 $75

Project Runway—Sassy Skirt (Grades 4–6) EEYG166

Designers wanted! Have an eye for fashion?

Begin by brainstorming ideas in a sketchbook with fabric swatches and design sketches. Then learn basic sewing skills: pin and cut a pattern, operate a sewing machine, stitch and press seams while you make your uniquely designed skirt and totebag. You’ll also practice hand stitching techniques to embellish your outfit. Walk the runway on the last day to show off your awesome designs! Includes all materials.

Both options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: June 22-26 Code: 2032 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Rebecca Walters Kids on Campus week: Code: 2033 July 20-24, 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222/224 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $85 each option

LEGO® Modeling (Grades 4–6)

NEW EEYG173

Take your LEGO® building to the next level.

Learn to build structures from blueprints and building plans while maintaining scale and collaborating with your peers. Spend a week of hands-on fun in small groups working on a scale model of an actual local building. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks to take home and enjoy.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 1-3 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Christina Collins

Code: 2037 $89

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Kids on Campus week Kids on Campus invites you to participate in morning and afternoon sessions each day. Design your own one-week program for students age 4 to grade 9.

• Choose from the 23 learning adventures below.

• All-day design with a supervised lunch and recreation option—students bring a lunch­; beverage is provided.

• Classes & lunch meet at Aero Park Campus on Aero Park Drive (Parsons/Stulen Bldg. and Aero Park Labs Bldg).

Morning Choices grades page Discover Dinosaurs

Ages 4­-6

p. 5

Camp Frozen

1-3

p. 10

Drawing and Painting

1–3

p. 10

Way Cool Science

1–3

p. 10

Junior Robotics Academy

2–4

p. 13

Project Runway - Sassy Skirt

4–6

p. 17

Gotcha Covered: Kids Quilts

4–6

p. 23

LEGO Architecture

4–6

p. 23

Make Your iPad Sing

4–6

p. 23

Say It in Japanese

4–8

p. 25

Sharpie Marker Art

5-8

p. 27

Code Breakers

6-9

p. 30

Afternoon Choices grades page Welcome to Pixie Hollow

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Ages 4­-6

p. 5

Inventor’s Workshop

1-3

p. 11

LEGO Mania

1-3

p. 11

Where the Wild Things Are

1-3

p. 11

Sew Simple

2–4

p. 14

Code Breakers

3-5

p. 16

Mandala Art Adventure

4-6

p. 23

Great American Electric Car

4-6

p. 23

Create Your Own Website

4-6

p. 24

VEX IQ Robotics

5–8

p. 26

Build Your Own Digital Camera

6–9

p. 30

July 20-24

kick back &

relax

bring

your FAV

snack

lunch Lunch Break! (optional) July 20–24 (Age 4–14)

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If you enroll in a morning and afternoon session the week of July 20, you are invited to join the Lunch Break hour that meets between classes in the Parsons/Stulen Bldg. The kickback-and-relax supervised hour from noon to 1 p.m. offers time to eat, relax inside or outdoors, and join in recreational options.

Junior counselors and staff will help you get to the lunch area and your afternoon session. Bring a lunch—juice packs provided.

(Financial aid is not available for Lunch Break.)

Cost: $15 for the week

Code: 2122*

*If choosing Lunch Break, be sure to include code 2122 on your registration form.

Classes meet at Aero Park Campus in the Parsons/Stulen Bldg. or Aero Park Labs Bldg.

2600 Aero Park Drive or 2525 Aero Park Drive in Traverse City (access Aero Park Dr. from Parsons Rd. or Three Mile Rd.)

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Super Science Sleuths (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Kids in the Kitchen (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Minecraft Designers (Gr. 3-5) -AM

Kids with Cameras (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Project Runway-Sassy Skirt (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Bracelets, Bracelets, Bracelets (Gr. 4-6) - PM

What's Cookin' (Ages 4-6) - AM

Treasure Hunters-Pirates (Ages 4-6) - AM

Camp Adventures (Ages 4-6) - AM

The Cat in the Hat (Ages 4-6) - PM

Shelter Building (Gr. 1-3) - AM

LEGO Minecraft (Gr. 1-3) - AM

July 7-9 July 13-17

App Attack! First Game App (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Clay Works for Kids (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Time Travelers Art Club (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Frogs and Butterflies (Ages 4-6) - AM

Calling All SuperHeroes (Ages 4-6) - PM

Arty Party (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Whiskers & Wings (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Insects Don't Bug Me (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Magician's Workshop (Gr. 2-4) - AM

Robots Rule! Lego Adventure (Gr. 3-5) - AM

The Paint Studio (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Sports Camp (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Spectacular Sculpting (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Big, Beautiful Ocean (Ages 3-4) - AM

3, 2, 1 Blast Off (Ages 4-6) - AM

Oceans Wonders (Ages 4-6) - PM

The Science Kid (Ages 4-6) - PM

Sports and Games (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Lil' Chemists (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Happy Campers (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - AM

Kitchen Chemistry (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Imagineering Your World (Ages 4-6) - AM

(Cherry Festival Week)

LEGO Art (Gr. 1-3) - PM

What's Cookin'? (Ages 4-6) - AM

Explore the Moon (Gr.1-3) - AM

Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - OD

Dig It! Archaeology for Kids (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Kid's Choir Camp (Gr. 1-4) - AM

Painting with Acrylics (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Rock 'n Roll Camp (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Writing Great Books (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Lego Mindstorms NXT (Gr. 5-8) - PM

All Aboard Hogwarts (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Project Runway-Pajama (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - OD

Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - PM

Checkmate! (Gr. 4-8) - PM

Project Runway-Pajama (Gr. 4-6) - PM

LEGO Minecraft: Bricks (Gr.4-6) - AM

Chemistry Kids (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - PM

Meet Me at the Ranch (Gr. 3-6) - AM

Glass Fusion (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Rocket Science (Gr. 5-8) - PM

VEX IQ Robotics (Gr. 5-8) - AM

Clay Sculpture (Gr.4-8) - AM

All Aboard Hogwarts (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Eco-Adventures-Biologist (Gr. 4-6)-PM

LEGO Modeling (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Junior Counselor (Ages 12-15) - PM

Weekly Class Listing Color-Coded By Location - Age Order Within Location

Listed by age - color coded by location (see key at bottom)

Weekly Calendar of all Classes

Bonkers Over Bugs (Ages 3-4) - AM

June 29-July 2 "Sense"ational Art (Ages 3-4) - PM

June 15-19 June 22-26

20 Car Care Young Drivers (Gr. 10-12) - PM

Kitchenistas! Teens Cook (Gr. 8-12) -PM

Exploring Engineering (Gr. 8-12) - AM

Teens Love to Cook I (Gr. 7-12) - AM

How It Works- Cars (Gr. 7-10) - AM

Smash-books, Journals (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Handpainted Furniture (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Jump Start College (Gr. 10-12) - PM

Garage Band for Mac (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Microsoft Office-Student (Gr. 7-12) - AM

Meditation for Teens (Gr. 7-10) - PM

App Attack! Game App (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Glass Fusion (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Write Winning Essay (Gr. 10-12) - PM

Horse Whispering 101 (Gr. 7-10) - AM

Mobile Music iPad (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Survivor! Backcountry (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Minecraft Designers (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Hip-Hop Dance (Gr. 6-9) - PM

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Aug. 3-7

July 27-31

Kids on Campus Week

July 20-24

Acting Up! (Gr. 1-3) - PM

It’s a Glittery Girl Thing (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Cheerleading Camp (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Art in the Great Outdoors (Ages 4-6) - PM

Bendy Bodies (Ages 4-6) - PM

Space Kids (Gr. 1-3) - AM

UNIVERSITY CENTER CAMPUS

In the Days of Dragons (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Music for Little Mozarts (Ages 4-6) - AM

AERO PARK CAMPUS

Frozen Art Blast (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Drawing and Sketching (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Scooby Doo - Detective (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Princess Party (Ages 4-6) - AM

Wind, Wings & Wheels (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Shelter Building (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Outdoor Art (Gr. 1-3) - AM

History Mysteries (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Princess Manners (Ages 4-6) - PM

Yummy Art (Ages 4-6) - AM

Kids Cuisine (Gr. 3-5) - AM

Messy Masterpieces (Ages 4-6) - PM

Kite Building (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Mysterious Magic-Science (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Cheerleading Camp (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Kids Cuisine (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Kids in the Kitchen (Gr. 1-3) - AM

SEW Simple (Gr. 2-4) - AM

Minecraft Designers (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Mighty Michigan! (Ages 4-6) - PM

Amazing Alphabet Animal (Ages 3-4) - AM

Crime Busters (Gr. 2-4) - PM

Who Lives Here? (Ages 4-6) - PM

Art, Art, & More Art (Ages 4-6) - AM

Magical World Fairy Gardens (Gr. 1-3) - PM

LEGO Architecture (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Inventor's Workshop (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Dancing Feet Movement (Ages 4-6) - PM

Code Breakers (Gr. 3-5) - PM

Way Cool Science (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Art in the City with Pete (Gr. 1-3) - PM

SEW Simple (Gr. 2-4) - PM

Drawing and Painting (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Draw, Paint, Sculpt (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Junior Robotics Academy (Gr. 2-4) - AM

Camp Frozen (Gr. 1-3) - AM

Rainforest Adventure (Ages 4-6) - AM

Where the Wild Things Are (Gr.1-3) - PM

Welcome to Pixie Hollow (Ages 4-6) - PM

My Colorful World (Ages 3-4) - AM

LEGO Mania (Gr. 1-3) - PM

Discover Dinosaurs (Ages 4-6) - AM

MAIN CAMPUS

More Rocket Science (Gr. 5-8) -PM

Physics Bumblers (Gr. 5-8) - AM

Building Animated-- (Gr. 5-7) - AM

Video Game Creation (Gr. 4-8) - PM

Chef School (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Art of Tree Climbing (Gr. 3-7) - OD

CSI - Crime Detectives (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Project Runway: Chef (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Math Camp (Gr. 5-8) - AM

Video Game Creation (Gr. 4-8) - PM

Fiber Art: Scarves (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Skills for Backcountry (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Minecraft Designers (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Doctors and Vets (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Retro Crafts (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Beginning Guitar (Gr. 5-8) - AM

Mtn Bike Trail Blazers (Gr. 4-8) - AM

The Actor in You (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Fizzics in a Can (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Mandala Art Adventure (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Great American Race (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Create Own Website (Gr. 4-6) - PM

Project Runway- Skirts (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Gotcha Covered: Quilts (Gr. 4-6) - AM

Make Your iPad Sing (Gr. 4-6) - AM

OFF-CAMPUS

GREAT LAKES CAMPUS

Teens Get Creative (Gr. 7-12) - PM

Chemistry Connection (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Photography Workshop (Gr. 7-10) - AM

Instant Recording (Gr. 8-12) - PM

Creating Your Portfolio (Gr. 8-12) - AM

Instant Rock Star Writing (Gr. 8-12) -AM

Actor's Workshop (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Solar Tech (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Game Programming (Gr. 7-10) - AM

Computer Programming (Gr. 8-12) - PM

Juggling & Poi Spinning (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Circuits that Scream (Gr. 7-10) - PM

Keyboarding-Type Faster (Gr. 7-10) - AM

Wheel/Handbuilt Pottery (Gr. 6-12) - AM

Drum Line Performers (Gr. 6-9) - AM

Build Digital Camera (Gr. 6-9) - PM

Code Breakers (Gr. 6-9) - AM

VEX IQ Robotics (Gr. 5-8) - PM

Sharpie Marker Art (Gr. 5-8) - AM

Say It In Japanese (Gr. 4-8) - AM

ENTERING GRADES 4-6 Eco-Adventures— Be a Biologist (Grades 4–6) All Aboard the Hogwarts Express (Grades 4–6)

EEYG115

Don’t be late! Once you cross platform 9¾, you will be transported to the Hogwarts School for wizardry. Upon arrival, you’ll be “sorted” into houses and whisked away to a week of fun—Harry Potter style. Use your wand to mix potions, play wizard games, and practice Quidditch. All week you’ll earn points in hopes of winning the house cup. End the week on a sweet note with treats from Honeydukes and butter beer you make yourself.

Both options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: June 22-26 Code: 2035 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Option 2: July 13-17 Code: 2036 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Shannon McCann

$89 each option

Bracelets, Bracelets, and More Bracelets (Grades 4–6)

EEYG180

Bracelets can be made out of just about anything.

And you’ll do just that this week. Design and create bracelets out of ribbon, leather, paper beads, buttons, paracord and, of course, rubber bands. Using looms, braiding techniques, sewing and folding, you’ll create bracelets that you customize and personalize to your unique style.

Impress your family and friends with at least five stunning pieces of finished jewelry to wear and show off.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 104 Instructor: Laura J. Wright

Code: 2039 $79

NEW EEYG176

Become a biologist and explore the outdoor world at the Boardman Nature Center. Work alongside your teacher, a trained biologist, and learn to use the tools of the trade—GPS, maps, cameras, nets, microscopes, traps and more.

Activities include using a GPS system to find hidden treasures and physical features and map out the local ecosystem. Capture, sample, photograph, identify, and record the bugs, flowers and trees of the area. Examine the water sources you find and learn about the water’s role in the life of the system. Come prepared to hike the trails and work in the Nature Center labs for a fun week of nature exploration. Dress to be outside with hat, sunscreen, bug spray (optional), and waterproof boots or shoes.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 1-3 p.m.

Boardman River Nature Center (1450 Cass Rd.) Instructor: Kristen Grote

Chemistry Kids (Grades 4–6)

Code: 2038

$75 EEYG168

Become a chemistry sleuth as you work in a college science lab conducting fascinating experiments. Bring your creativity and spirit of adventure as you stretch eggs beyond their limit, blow up a balloon without touching it, make ice that is hot, and work with alum to create a crystal garden, make rock candy, and even ice cream. You’ll investigate and make predictions while you mix and measure to collect data and test your hypothesis. Who knew the lab could be so much fun!

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 2040 9 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Janet & Jenni Steinhoff $89

LEGO® Minecraft™: Beyond Bricks (Grades 4–6)

NEW EEYG174

Do you like to mine? Enjoy a week with Traverse City’s own brick artist and explore how to create a Minecraft™ world in LEGO® bricks! Explore creepers, tools, buildings, and different settings in this hands-on class. Work within groups all week so we can build the best brickverse ever.

Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks to take home and enjoy.

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Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Christina Collins

Code: 2041 $89

ENTERING GRADES 4-6 Project Runway—Pajama Party (Grades 4–6) EEYG165 Summertime, BFF time, sleepover time—be the star of the party with your one-of-kind pajama bottoms, tote bag, and pillow. Learn basic sewing skills: pin and cut a pattern, operate a sewing machine, stitch and press seams while you make your pajama party accessories. You’ll also learn hand-sewing and other embellishing techniques to make everything say ‘this is me’. Invite your family and friends to a runway show on the last day. Includes all materials.

Option 1: Mon.-Thurs., Code: 2042 June 29-July 2, 1-3:30 p.m.

NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Rebecca Walters Option 2: Mon.-Fri., July 13-17, 10 a.m.-Noon Code: 2043 Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222/224 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $85 each option

Gotcha Covered— Kids Making Quilts (Grades 4–6)

NEW EEYG177

Make Your iPad Sing (Grades 4–6)

NEW

Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 225 Instructor: Brady Corcoran

Code: 2046

Learn how to make a quilt—your very own special cover. Pick your own fabrics, cut and hand-stitch the pieces into a stunning small quilt. Use basic sewing tools and supplies and share the fun of making a quilt with friends your own age. Look back at how pioneer women and men made and used quilts then look ahead to what’s exciting in the quilt world today! You’re covered with all materials supplied!

Mandala Art Adventure (Grades 4–6)

LEGO® Architecture (Grades 4–6)

The Great American Electric Car Race (Grades 4–6)

Kids on Campus week: Code: 2044 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 157 Instructor: Susan Walker $85 EEYG170

Build towers and engineer cool structures with Traverse City’s own LEGO® Builder. Challenge yourself to design and build a model skyscraper.

Build a bridge that will hold up to the weight of the vehicle that crosses it. You’ll build towers, sculptures, bridges, and fancy designs. Bring your mind’s hidden creations to life while exploring interesting building techniques used by experienced LEGO® builders. Cost includes a custom assortment of LEGO® bricks so you can create at home.

Kids on Campus week: Code: 2045 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Christina Collins $99

EEYG179

Attention iPad users! You think you know how to use your iPad right? Wrong! Using music as a theme, you’ll learn to use many different apps, connect to new devices, and make your iPad sing. Explore apps for: songwriters, instruments, synthesizing, mixing, sequencing and mastering—and what that all means! Gain experience connecting your devices so they can work with external devices. Find lots of new ways to work with your musical interests. You’ll be amazed at what you will learn. Bring your own iPad to class; a limited number of “loaner” devices are available.

$79

NEW EEYG175

Do you know what a Mandala is? Look around and you’ll see examples of Mandala patterns in animals, plants, nature and architecture. Look at these designs from around the world then have fun painting your own Mandala. Each day will focus on a different topic ending your week with four large paintings ready to adorn your room.

Kids on Campus week: Code: 2047 Mon.-Thurs., July 20-23 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Claire Crandell $59

EEYG117

Become an automotive engineer as you build and test your own model-size electric car. You’ll explore electricity, run time trials and collect data, then use it to make design changes to increase velocity and get your car running at peak performance. The grand finale is the ultimate race, testing your vehicle for speed and distance.

It’s a little physics, a little math, and a lot of fun!

Kids on Campus week: Code: 2048 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m., Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Janine Winkler $75

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

www.nmc.edu/kids

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ENTERING GRADES 4-6 The Actor in You (Grades 4–6) Create Your Own Website (Grades 4–6)

EEYG126

Learn to design and publish your own website!

Practice working with text and creating and editing graphics, images, and digital photos.

Find out how to include hyperlinks, tables, backgrounds, and borders. You’ll then be ready to publish your impressive pages on the Internet for friends and family to see.

Kids on Campus week: Code: 2049 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Andrew Sias $75

Kite Building (Grades 4–6)

NEW EEYG178

Learn the fun art of kite making as you design and build classic kites. Using wood, tyvek paper, rags, string and glue, build the classic triangular kite and an old fashioned box kite to take home.

Learn the useful lifelong skills of measuring, cutting and assembling wood frames. Discover why kites fly and, best of all, learn how to fly them!

Mon.-Wed., July 27-29 Code: 2050 9 a.m.-Noon, Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 102 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Paul Deyo $79

EEYG130

Let ’s put on a play! Create a play f rom brainstorming the plot, to set design, to the final bow. You’ll be part of creating a script, inventing characters, designing a set, and performing it all in front of a live audience. Story, art, stage, and acting come together to make a theater experience come alive. Family and friends are invited to the Friday performance.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Theater Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom

Code: 2052

Drawing and Sketching (Grades 4–6)

EEYG103

Make a tornado, crush a can with no hands, build a stethoscope, and cause a fizz phenomenon! Pop cans, pop bottles, and soda pop do the teaching in this physical science extravaganza. Bring a clean, empty can to the first day of class and prepare to wear your goggles! Can you explore physics with pop? Yes you CAN! Sign up early for this “pop”ular class!

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2051 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Janine Winkler $75

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EEYG119

Are you always drawing? Want to sharpen your skills? Guided by an artist and teacher, you will practice lots of drawing and sketching techniques as you draw favorite toys, landscapes, and portraits (you or others). Make still life drawings and sketch from photos—animals, trees, and who knows what else! Experiment with art pencils, chalk pastels, and other art media as you learn to draw from visual observations and your imagination. Bring a sketch pad (8.5 x 11-inch or larger, not newsprint) and your creativity!

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2053 10 a.m.-Noon, Great Lakes Campus Rm. 211 Instructor: Adam Van Houten $79

Skills for the Backcountry (Grades 4–6)

Fizzics in a Can (Grades 4–6)

$79

EEYG127

Experience your own week of Survivor! This adventure takes you to a different locale each day where you will discover useful backcountry hiking and survival skills. Learn to plan and pack for a camping trip, store food, pitch a tent, and cook on a camp stove. Learn skills for wilderness safety, map and compass reading, tracking, and emergency shelter-building. Bring a backpack with a water bottle and snack. Wear shoes for walking (not flip flops).

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2054 1-3 p.m., Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $79

Fiber Art: Knitted Scarves (Grades 4–6)

ENTERING GRADES 4-8 EEYG181

Join the knitting craze and make scarves for every season. Knit chunky ones for cold weather and skinny scarves to accessorize summer outfits.

If you’re new to knitting, you’ll learn basic stitches; experienced knitters will learn advanced techniques. Everyone will pick yarn colors and styles to make a ruffle-scarf and a braided skinny scarf. Tons of scarf patterns, ideas and examples are available to look at and create. You’ll also discover how to use the same stitches to create other projects on your own.

Clay Sculpture (Grades 4–8)

EEYH101

This fun exploration with clay combines the pinch, slab, and coil methods of handbuilding. You’ll make useful items like bowls and candleholders, and decoratives like mobiles, gargoyles, and animal sculptures. Get inspired as you experience the flow of creativity from working with clay. Dress for an artsy mess.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2055 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $79

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 2058 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135 Instructor: Kate Fairman $89

Wind, Wings, and Wheels (Grades 4–6)

Checkmate!

(Grades 4–8)

EEYG112

Do you look to the skies when you hear an airplane? Do you wonder what the earth looks like f rom half a mile up? From the Wright brothers through today’s high-tech aerospace industry, experience the world of flight. Learn about the differences between a helicopter and an airplane. Design, build, and test-fly a balsa airplane. Manipulate the controls of an aircraft flight simulator and take to the skies with a certified flight instructor on the last day to observe the world from above. Limited to eight students.

Meets 3 days: Tues/Wed/Thurs, Code: 2056 Aug. 4-6, 9-11 a.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: NMC Aviation Staff $119

Chef School (Grades 4–6)

EEYG116

Slice and dice; roast and toast; boil and broil; stir and whir in the teaching kitchen at the Oleson Center. Each day you will learn to prepare lots of tasty recipes using basic cooking techniques.

Then eat your creations and make a cookbook to keep up your chef skills. Gain experience selecting foods for freshness, nutrition, and cost with a mid-week field trip to the Traverse City Farmers Market. Bring a take-home container each day. Recipes f rom this class and other cooking classes held in the kitchen may contain gluten, tree nuts, dairy or other food allergens.

Tues.-Fri., Aug. 11-14 Code: 2057 9 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Nan Horstman $149

EEYH103

Join the world of Rooks, Knights, Bishops, Pawns, Kings and Queens, as they meet their opponents. This class is designed for those who already know game essentials and to challenge intermediate students. You’ll stretch your skills with higher level strategies and tactics for opening, capturing, and winning—checkmate!

Lessons crafted by some of the best chess minds are explained and practiced. Chess sets are provided for in-class use, but feel free to bring your own set.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 1-4 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 103 Instructor: Val Domkiv

Say It in Japanese!

(Grades 4–8)

Code: 2059 $85 EEYH102

Discover Japan, “Land of the Rising Sun”!

You’ll learn Japanese words and phrases as you explore the fascinating art and culture of this exotic island country. Learn the art of origami (paper folding), try your hand at shodo ( Japanese calligraphy), read and write haiku (a poetry form), and practice using chopsticks.

Read manga, watch animé, and discover how kids in Japan spend their days. “Nihongo O hanashimashoo!”

Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Thurs., July 20-23 9 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Rosemary Rokita

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

www.nmc.edu/kids

Code: 2060

$79

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Mountain Bike Trail Blazers N EW (Grades 4–8) EEYH110

Hit the trails with the Northern Michigan Mountain Biking Association as you learn essential mountain bike handling techniques, repairs and safety! Grow in confidence each day as experienced volunteers show you around local trail systems. Perform basic safety and maintenance checks on your own bike. Once you’re ready to roll, exercise your newly learned trail etiquette, skills and orienteering on the Timber Ridge trail systems. Helmet is required for all rides. Price includes snacks, drinks, and water bottle. See you on the trails!

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 9 a.m.-Noon Meets at Timber Ridge Resort (4050 Hammond Rd. East, TC) Instructor: Ali Bridson

Code: 2061

$99

Video Game Creation with Scratch (Grades 4–8) EEYH104

Produce your own video games, interactive stories, music, animation, and art with Scratch!

Scratch is a programming language created at MIT that makes it easy to generate your own digital creations and even share them on the Web. Create and share Scratch projects and learn important mathematical and computation ideas at the same time. You’ll also learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively.

Both options Mon.-Fri., Option 1: Aug. 3-7 Code: 2062 1-3 p.m., Great Lakes Campus Rm. 210 Option 2: Aug. 10-14 Code: 2063 1-3 p.m., Great Lakes Campus Rm. 210 Instructor: Adam VanHouten $89 each option

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Building Animated Worlds: Computer Programming (Grades 5–7)

EEYJ102

Create your own video worlds and stories!

Choose a world background; fill it with characters and scenes you choose from a gallery; then make your video world tell a story you create. This fun introduction to the world of object-oriented programming lets you produce your own story and make animated characters do what you tell them to do. Learning programming concepts has never been easier or more fun!

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields

VEX IQ Robotics (Grades 5–8)

Code: 2064 $89 EEYK116

Learn to design, build, program, and test a robot using the VEX IQ Robotics Kit. These robots are a step up from the LEGO® Mindstorms™ bots. Working in teams, you will be presented with various challenges throughout the week requiring you to design and redesign your robot and its programming to successfully complete each assigned task. Configure sensors to aid your robot with decision making and finish with the Ultimate Team Challenge where teams compete face to face.

Option 1: Mon.-Fri., Code: 2065 June 22-26, 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 107 Instructor: John Velis Kids on Campus week: Code: 2066 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3:30 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 107 Instructor: Philip Leete $125 each option

Calendar of classes is on pages 20-21.

Rocket Science (Grades 5–8)

ENTERING GRADES 5-8 EEYK112

Build and launch your own rockets as you explore aerospace. What does it take to put a rocket into orbit? Why don’t planes fly into space? In addition to rocket construction, you’ll fly remote control helicopters and see remote flight demos from NMC aviation, explore space survival, and examine food samples that flew during the Apollo missions (your instructor worked at NASA). The finale is a launch day field trip. Cost includes two rockets. Note: Meets requirements for the Boy Scout Space Exploration merit badge.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 1-3 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Gerry Swaney

Code: 2067 $89

LEGO® Mindstorms™ NXT— Robotic Adventure (Grades 5–8) EEYK102

Enjoy this hands-on creative exploration of robotic structures that move, act, and think!

Using the latest LEGO® Mindstorms™ NXT platform, you and a partner will construct, program, and test a simple robotic model with its programmable brick, wheels, gears, a motor that makes it move, and sensors that allow it to interact with its environment. The last day includes a demonstration/competition to show off your amazing robotic inventions.

Mon.-Thurs., July 13-16 1-3:30 p.m.

Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. K (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Scott Diment

Code: 2068

Sharpie Marker Art (Grades 5–8)

NEW

$89 EEYK119

Code: 2069

EEYK115

Learn to play the guitar! Enjoy making music as you learn the basic skills to get started. Learn about chords, rhythm styles, notation, tuning the strings, and hand positions. Listen to different styles of guitar music while you learn about great guitar players. The last day includes a short performance for parents and friends. Please bring a six-string acoustic guitar and pick (full or 3/4 size).

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2070 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 105 Instructor: Gael Eschelweck $75

Retro Crafts (Grades 5–8)

NEW EEYK117

Let’s go “old school” with these crafts that are making a BIG comeback. Learn how to make a one-of-a-kind string art design and create a weaving using a variety of colorful fibers. Try your hand at a tie-dye using bold, high-quality procion dyes then learn knotting techniques to design a unique macramé. You’ll keep up with the current trends once you learn these cool techniques. Cost includes t-shirt.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2071 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Kristi Wodek $85

Doctors and Vets: Dissection (Grades 5–8)

Grab a Sharpie and make some bold art! Sharpie markers are a versatile art media which can be used on a variety of surfaces. Learn art techniques that will take your art to the next level while exploring work by today’s leading Sharpie artists. You’ll work on paper, plastic, rocks, and more. Bring your own white t-shirt for one of your project designs.

Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110B (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Adam VanHouten

Beginning Guitar (Grades 5–8)

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Put on your lab coat and gloves and get ready to explore the inside structures found in several specimens. Each day you’ll dissect a different subject and have the opportunity to look below the surface of an insect, crustacean, and fish.

Identify the organs and learn to use dissection equipment whether you are curious about anatomy, animals, or simply a budding scientist.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2072 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 117 Instructor: Holly Zatkovic $89

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ENTERING GRADES 5-9 Math Camp (Grades 5–8)

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It ’s fun and games—it ’s math! You’ll have hands-on, mind-bending experiences with math concepts and skills. Use simple tools to take measurements and collect data and solve difficult but everyday type problems. Have fun learning equations to find values that are impossible to determine directly. Experience math in new ways through lots of indoor and outdoor games and activities. You’ll be amazed at how fun it is!

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 10 a.m.-Noon Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 205 Instructor: Thomas Lhamon

Project Runway: Chef Inspired Sewing (Grades 5–8)

Code: 2073 $75

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Do you love to bake? And sew? Take your skills to new levels as you learn to sew your own one-of-a-kind apron and a cupcake-inspired stuffed pillow. Learn basic hand and machine sewing skills, how to cut fabric, and pin and iron seams—all to give you the confidence to work more independently. Then move to the kitchen where you’ll learn to decorate cupcakes with whimsical designs to serve guests on the last day runway show. No sewing experience required.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Rm. A/B Instructor: Kristi Wodek

CSI—Crime Detectives (Grades 5–8)

Code: 2074 $85 EEYK107

Calling all detectives! There’s a mystery that needs to be solved. Become a crime lab expert for a week of hands-on science using supersleuthing skills to solve a crime. Scour the crime scene for hair, DNA, and other evidence.

Experiment with real CSI tools, techniques, and scientific methods to analyze fingerprints. Test for blood and crack codes using chromatography.

Sharpen your observation and classification skills. It’s all in the evidence. Will you be the top-notch detective who solves the crime?

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2075 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 115 Instructor: Holly Zatkovic $89

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Physics Bumblers: How Do They Do That?

(Grades 5–8)

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Get hands-on with everyday physics. Explore how things work, change, and react in the lab through intriguingly fun experiments. Play with density to magically stack water, experience heat properties through conductivity with a series of “I bet you can’t” activities, experiment with air pressure to stretch eggs beyond their limits, and more.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2076 10 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 113 Instructor: Thomas Lhamon $79

More Rocket Science (Grades 5–8)

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Want to go beyond building model rockets from kits and try designing and building your own?

Ramp up your skills this week with an emphasis on the design phase and the science to make your rocket fly. Push your knowledge to the limits on the last day when you launch your rocket. Note: Meets the requirements for the Boy Scout Space Exploration merit badge. Prerequisite: Rocket Science or have basic model construction skills.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2077 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Gerry Swaney $95

Junior Counselor: Leaders in Training (Ages 12–15)

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Learn how to work with young children in a classroom setting and get real-life job experience.

In this 3-day training, you’ll learn basic first aid, emergency response, classroom management, and leadership skills that will prepare you for potential volunteer options in College for Kids.

Find out how to fill out an application and go through a real interview and get ready for future volunteer activities and employment.

NOTE: Qualifying junior counselors will have an opportunity to assist an instructor one or two weeks during this summer’s College for Kids program.

Tues./Wed./Thurs., Code: 2078 June 16-18, 1-4 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 226 Instructor: Julie Doyal $65

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

www.nmc.edu/kids

Glass Fusion (Grades 6–9)

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Glass fusion is an exciting medium to create oneof-a-kind pieces of art. You’ll cut glass, create your own designs, and melt the glass in the kiln.

The result is an interesting 3-dimensional image that makes a unique sun catcher. Small pieces of glass can be assembled to create a magical focal bead which will be painted, baked, and drilled to use for a necklace or smaller sun catcher. You will make two different types of sun catchers as well as a focal bead to take home.

Option 1: Mon.-Thurs.

Code: 2079 June 22-25, 9:30 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 32 Option 2: Mon.-Thurs.

Code: 2080 June 29-July 2, 9:30 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 32 Instructor: Debra Anton-Coburn

$89 each option

Hip-Hop Dance (Grades 6–9)

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This high-energy dance style is perfect for anyone with a passion to move! Learn to dance to upbeat music and the latest Hip-Hop hits.

Discover how to develop rhythm, flexibility, and precision in your muscle memory. Wear clean gym shoes. No dance experience required.

Mon.-Thurs., June 22-25 Code: 2081 12:30-2 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Phys. Ed. Dance Rm. 120 Instructor: Joedy Annis $49

Minecraft™ Designers (Grades 6–9)

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If you love the game Minecraft™, but always wanted to design your own characters and buildings for your games, this is for you! Learn the basics of creating 3D models using a new software to design your very own objects, create skins for characters, and import them into your favorite Minecraft™ games. To access your project at home, you must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft™. Tablet, phone, and game console version of Minecraft™ are not compatible. Parent email address is required to use 3D modeling software. You will work in teams for most of the week.

Both options Mon.-Fri. Option 1: June 22-26 Code: 2082 1-3:30 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Option 2: July 27-31 Code: 2083 9:30 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Beckett Bldg. Rm. 217 Instructor: Andrew Sias $125 each option

ENTERING GRADES 6-9 App Attack!

Make Your First Game App (Grades 6–9)

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Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app!

Using a specialized app and game development tool, you’ll explore the world of web-based apps.

In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and game development, you’ll see firsthand how the world of App publishing functions. Your created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. No prior experience is necessary and you do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to take the class. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the week.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 1-4 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Jarred Araujo

Code: 2084

Writing Great Books and Stories (Grades 6–9)

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All screen plays, TV shows, and novels begin with STORY. Explore your story ideas as you learn how to begin, develop, and end a story.

Discover how to make characters come alive and write about places so real they’ll jump off the page. You’ll get lots of encouragement from author and teacher Elizabeth Buzzelli. Bring a sample of your own writing, a notebook, pens, and imagination along with a sense of adventure.

Mon.-Thurs., July 13-16 Code: 2085 9:30 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Rm. 101 Instructor: Elizabeth Kane Buzzelli $79

Imagine it. Build it.

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ENTERING GRADES 6-9 Smash-books, Journals and More (Grades 6–9) Full-day Opportunity Painting with Acrylics (Grades 6–9)

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If painting is your passion, you’ll love exploring the possibilities of acrylic paints with artist, Debra Anton-Coburn. Learn the technique of painting from a photograph to a canvas.

Then discover the inventive style of reverse painting onto Plexiglas. Your attention to detail and color planning create a magical end result. Bring a couple magazines for reference; the best images are of simple objects like a flower, fish, or landscape. If you like, make a day of it by taking this class and Hand Painted Furniture; then bring a sack lunch and eat with the teacher.

Mon.-Thurs., July 13-16 Code: 2086 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Debra Anton-Coburn $75

Hand Painted Furniture (Grades 6–9)

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Get funky with furniture! Bring a small wooden item—stool, bench, nightstand, chair, mini dresser—and turn it into functional art!

You’ll give it new life by sanding, repainting, and decorating it with your own colorful designs, then seal the finish for durability. All materials except furniture provided. If you like, you can make a day of it by enrolling in this class and Painting with Acrylics; then bring a sack lunch and eat with the teacher.

Mon.-Thurs., July 13-16 Code: 2087 12:30-3 p.m., Parson/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 155 Instructor: Debra Anton-Coburn $89

Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp (Grades 6–9)

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Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 2088 10 a.m.-Noon, The Beat Lab (3886 Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brad Novak $89

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Mon.-Fri., July 13-17 Code: 2089 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 222/224 Instructor: Laura J. Wright $75

Code Breakers (Grades 6–9)

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Calling all future coders, programmers, and designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg or the high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the week.

Kids on Campus week: Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 9:30 a.m.-Noon Parson/Stulen Bldg. Rm. 204 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields

Build Your Own Digital Camera (Grades 6–9)

Want to play in a full rock band? Learn how to work as a member of a band while performing and recording music together. Discover how to read charts and blend your ideas as a band.

You’ll learn three tunes together. The last day takes place in a first-rate recording facility so the you can record your creation and take it home on a CD. Instruments needed are guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and percussion. Bring your own instrument (except drums and percussion).

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Are you constantly doodling, collecting quotes or starting stories? Design and make blank books that will be ready to fill in this studio-style class.

Multiple machines, including a Cricut, embosser, eyelet setter, binding machine, punches, and more will be at your disposal to create books, albums, journals, and more. Designer paper, colorful tape, eyelets, embellishments, and bling will help you personalize your journals. A different idea each day, but the freedom to fashion what you want.

The sky is the limit on what you create and what you do with your creations.

Code: 2090

$125

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Have you ever wondered what’s inside today’s digital cameras? Find out by putting together your own digital camera. Learn how the parts and pieces work and when you are finished you’ll have your very own working camera. Explore the science of photography, lenses and how we see by taking your own pictures, completing some basic editing on the computer, and putting a collection of class images on the internet. Cost includes a $90 Bigshot camera kit.

Kids on Campus week: Code: 2091 Mon.-Fri., July 20-24 1-3 p.m., Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110A (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Adam VanHouten $165

Drum Line Performers (Grades 6–9)

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Experienced percussionists (those with over 1 year of experience) will enjoy this fun, lively musical venue. Learn the skills and agility required to become a drum line performer.

Prepare and play music that requires you to coordinate and use multiple percussion instruments as you play and practice marching drills.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 10 a.m.-Noon The Beat Lab (3886 Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brad Novak

Code: 2092 $89

Wheel and Hand-built Pottery (Grades 6–12) EEYQ101

Discover the art of clay and the fun of shaping it with your hands. Learn to use the potter’s wheel and hand-building techniques through demonstration, instruction, and lots of hands-on experience. In the NMC pottery lab, you’ll create interesting and useful objects using the wheel, coil, slab, and mold methods. Items will be fired at the end of the first week and be ready for glazing the following Tuesday. Time for pick-up of finished pieces will be arranged. Dress to get joyously messy.

6 days, 9 a.m.-Noon Code: 2093 Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 and Tues., Aug. 4, 9 a.m.-Noon NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Pottery Studio, Rm. 135 Instructor: Lisa Hockin $169

Horse Whispering 101 (Grades 7–10)

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Do you like horses? Have you heard stories about Horse Whisperers and wish YOU could “talk” to a horse like that? Visit PEACE Ranch and learn the art and secrets of horse whispering. Each day includes hands-on activities with rescued horses to develop your communication and partnership skills. Meet real horse whisperers, hear their stories and see them in action. Bring a snack, wear long pants and close-toed shoes. You will work with horses each day but not ride them.

Mon./Tues./Wed., June 22-24 9 a.m.-Noon Meets at PEACE Ranch (2570 Hoosier Valley Rd.) Instructor: Jackie Kaschel

Code: 2094

$159

Survivor! Backcountry Skills (Grades 7–10) EEYS101

Tribes vie for survival as you learn the skills necessary for success in the backcountry.

You’ll use compass, maps, and GPS to find hidden caches and discover how to safely use backcountry gear and survival equipment. You’ll overcome challenges including having to cook a backcountry meal and “leave no trace” that you were there. Challenge yourself and your team to earn the title of Backcountry Survivor. Come prepared to be outdoors most of the week.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 2095 1-3 p.m., Meet at the TBAISD Parking Lot at Grand Traverse Commons (ask for directions when registering) Instructor: Scott Birch $79

Meditation for Teens (Grades 7–10)

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Teen life can be stressful! What if you could face each day and the new school year armed with a simple tool to help you reduce stress, improve concentration and increase productivity? Learn and practice a simple meditation technique that can also increase mental clarity and enhance whole body well being. This technique does not require any physical postures.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 2096 1-2:30 p.m., University Center Rm. 06 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Claire Crandell $45

How It Works— “Under the Hood” on Cars (Grades 7–10)

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Are you completely fascinated or even a little curious about how cars work? What happens under the car when you push the accelerator or touch the brakes? And what’s a suspension system? Take a look at the science and math hiding under the hood of the family auto. You’ll explore the workings of an engine and a brake system while learning many of the parts, pieces, functions, and processes that go to work every time that ignition fires and the wheels roll out the driveway.

Mon. & Tues., July 13 & 14 Code: 2097 10 a.m.-Noon NMC Automotive Service Tech Bldg.

Rm. 104 (2510 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Wayne Moody $39

Maps and driving directions are online at www.nmc.edu/kids

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ENTERING GRADES 7-10 Keyboarding: Learn to Type Faster (Grades 7–10)

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Do you use one or two fingers to get yourself through your computer projects? Before you send another e-mail, write another letter, or start another report, you can learn to type— REALLY! Typing is an essential skill for getting along in this technological world. Have fun learning how to “touch type” with keyboard patterns, hand positions and typing techniques.

You’ll be glad you did!

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2098 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Deanna Sayer $79

Circuits that Scream— Intro to Electronics (Grades 7–10)

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Learn to build basic electrical circuits that scream, chirp, and light up in predictable ways.

While learning electrical safety you’ll discover how to draw simple schematic diagrams, identify parts and components and what they do, then build the circuit you design. Build circuits capable of controlling motors, lights, and switches. Scouts attending this class will complete the requirements for the Electronics Merit Badge. Material fee includes an electronic kit to take home.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2099 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Electronics Lab Rm. 107 Instructor: Brian Sweeney $99

Juggling and Poi Spinning NEW (Grades 7–10) EEYS118

Learn to Juggle and Spin Poi! Poi is a rapidly growing art form that involves swinging weighted tethers to create mesmerizing patterns that are tons of fun to spin. (Check it out on YouTube— search “Poi”.) You will learn 3-ball juggling and get to experiment with other types of juggling.

This is a perfect opportunity to learn in a safe space with patient, experienced instructors. You will receive your own set of poi and juggling balls to continue playing at home when the week is over. Dress for exercise and to be outside. Bring sunscreen and a water bottle.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 1-3 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Fine Arts Rm. 102 Instructor: Maggie Racich

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Code: 2100 $79

Game Programming Using Game Maker (Grades 7–10)

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Build 2D computer games like racing cars, fighter planes, Pac Man, Ping-Pong, and more.

Game Maker lets you start with simple game tutorials and work up to more complex games.

This is a fantastic way to get some basic computer programming knowledge. If you’ve taken this class before, and enjoyed it, you are welcome to take it again and build more games - new games are taught each time. You should be familiar with Microsoft Windows.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2101 10 a.m.-Noon Aero Park Labs Bldg. Rm. 110A (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $89

Solar Tech (Grades 7–10)

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Solar is now the fastest growing energy technology in the world and yet many people don’t understand this resource and the devices to capture it. Use the tools of the trade to evaluate and learn about our solar resource and then design and build a variety of projects to use it. Calculate if your home has access to enough solar energy to power it. Classroom projects include building a water pump and constructing a variety of systems capable of running equipment and tools. You will even use sunlight to generate hydrogen and run a fuel cell.

If you enjoy robotics, engineering, and STEM courses, this is for you.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 1-3 p.m.

Aero Park Lab Bldg. Rm. 101 (2525 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Mike Schmerl

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

www.nmc.edu/kids

Code: 2102

$89

Actor’s Workshop (Grades 7–10)

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Have you imagined yourself on stage? Learn the skills of dramatic performance through daily rehearsals of a one-act comedy play. Learn to project your voice, play a character, block (move around on stage), and memorize your lines.

Demonstration and guided practice leads to a final performance for family and friends on the last day.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 1-4 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Scholars Hall Theater Rm. 217 Instructor: Mark Rozeboom

Photography Workshop (Grades 7–10)

Code: 2103 $99 EEYS111

Attention aspiring photographers! Learn to use your camera as an imaginative tool to create exciting photographs. Gain experience shooting portraits, landscapes, close-ups, indoor scenes and more! Get professional tips on lighting, composing your pictures, points of view, framing, and important camera settings. After taking lots of photos, use the FREE open-source program GIMP to edit and enhance your images bringing them to a whole new level. Bring your camera, memory card, camera manual, card reader (or camera cord) and imagination.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2104 9:30 a.m.-Noon, Great Lakes Campus Rm. 210 (715 E. Front St.) Instructor: Adam VanHouten $89

Chemistry Connection (Grades 7–10)

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Become a chemist for a week working in a college science lab conducting fascinating experiments.

Bring your sense of adventure and creativity each day as you set up new experiments and observe experiments in process. You’ll stretch eggs beyond their limit, make hot ice, work with alum to create a crystal garden and conduct experiments with chromatography, acids, static electricity, moving molecules, sound waves, and more. You’ll investigate and make predictions while you mix and measure to collect data and test your hypothesis. Who knew science was so much fun!

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 10-14 Code: 2105 1-3:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Health and Science Bldg. Rm. 117 Instructor: Holly Zatkovic $89

Mobile Music Making for iPad or iPhone (Grades 7–12)

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You know mobile devices are fun but now they’re even better. Imagine plugging into music you composed! Learn about the wide range of apps designed for music and how to use them. Explore apps for songwriters, instruments, synthesizing, mixing, sequencing and mastering and what that all means! Gain experience connecting your devices so they can work with external devices.

Discover new ways to work with your musical interests. Bring your own i-device. A limited number of “loaner” devices are available.

Mon.-Fri., June 22-26 Code: 2106 1-3 p.m., University Center Rm. 12 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brady Corcoran $79

Microsoft Office for Student Success (Grades 7–12) EEYT122

Build a foundation for academic success as you learn how Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel can help with your homework. Word makes writing reports easier helping you keep track of your sources with proper citation, Excel lets you create graphs and keeps track of your data. Presentations with PowerPoint are more engaging helping you get your point across.

These programs can also be used for personal projects including photo slideshows, fun signs, and money-management spreadsheets.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 2110 9:30 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Deanna Sayer $79

Garage Band for Mac and iOS (Grades 7–12)

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Make and write your own music, even if you’ve never played an instrument before. Using Apple’s GarageBand software, learn basic recording, sequencing and editing of music you love. Compose your own original song and/or create a podcast to share with friends. You’ll be amazed by how quickly you can come up with an impressive sounding song. While the main focus will be on Mac OS systems, you will be introduced to Garage Band for mobile devices.

Mon.-Thurs., June 29-July 2 Code: 2107 1-3:30 p.m., University Center Rm. 12 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brady Corcoran $79

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ENTERING GRADES 7-12 Teens Love to Cook I (Grades 7–12)

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Be a chef in training in NMC’s teaching kitchen at Oleson Center this summer with all new recipes. Develop new cooking skills, get fresh ideas, and enjoy daily tastings. Have fun preparing recipes for a breakfast worth waking up for including Eggbert Sunrise. Learn measurement techniques, knife skills, multi-step recipes, and lots of kitchen basics. Grill the perfect steak and create the best burger on earth.

Experiment with freshly picked herb Pomodoro sauce and your meatballs on top of spaghetti. Top off any meal with your own ‘death by chocolate’!

Cooking classes may not be appropriate for those with severe food allergies or special dietary needs.

Tues.-Fri., July 14-17 Code: 2108 9 a.m.-Noon, NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kathleen Merrill Leach $149

Teens Get Creative in the Kitchen (Grades 7–12)

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Gifts from your kitchen are gifts from the heart!

Create homemade gifts for giving or keeping in this one-day class in the Oleson Center Kitchen.

Make decadent chocolate truffles, gourmet popcorn, layered cookie mixes and soup mixes.

Delight your own special pet family member with homemade doggie and kitty treats. Take gifts home in your own decorated containers.

Mon., Aug. 10 Code: 2109 1-4:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kathleen Merrill Leach $59

Exploring Engineering Tech NEW (Grades 8–12) EEYU112

Explore the exciting and ever-changing engineering technology fields at NMC. Build electronic circuits, pilot a remote operated vehicle (ROV), fly an unmanned aerial vehicle and more. Get a better understanding of what engineering technology has to offer and where the technology is headed. Enjoy hands-on experiences each day with practical knowledge in a fun, fast-paced environment. Co-taught

by NMC staff who are experts in each area of engineering tech.

Mon.-Thurs., July 13-16 Code: 2111 9 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Jason Slade $99

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Kitchenistas!

Teens Love to Cook II (Grades 8–12)

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Expand your cooking knowledge and skills while exploring new tastes. Create elegant breakfast recipes with multiple preparation sets, including sweet and savory crepes. Learn to make Chinese wontons with exotic dipping sauce, marinated Cornish hens with freshly picked herbs and the best burger on earth. Top it off with double chocolate soufflés capped with fresh whipping cream. Cooking classes may not be appropriate for those with severe food allergies or special dietary needs. Prerequisite is a previously taken cooking class or approval of the instructor.

Tues.-Fri., July 14-17 Code: 2112 1:30-4:30 p.m., NMC Main Campus, Oleson Center Kitchen Rm. 129 Instructor: Kathleen Merrill Leach $149

Computer Programming Using Java (Grades 8–12)

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Have game programming or other computer adventures inspired you to learn more about computer programming? Enter the realm of serious programming by learning the basics of Java. You’ll create your first programs using the Java language which provides the operational code for many web applications and robotics.

Using Greenfoot, you’ll learn about object modeling techniques to build skills and develop the logic and controls necessary to bring your program to life. A good understanding of Microsoft Windows is required.

Mon.-Fri., July 27-31 Code: 2113 1-3 p.m., Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 203 Instructor: Tina Norris Fields $89

Creating Your Electronic Portfolio (Grades 8–12)

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An electronic portfolio is more than a resumé!

Today’s students use technology on their path to life’s next steps, such as college and job seeking. Using a f ree online website you’ll organize your awards, grades, certificates, and accomplishments into a dynamic, electronic, easy-to-access presentation designed to show who you are and what you can accomplish.

Bring a box of items you wish to include in your portfolio to class (awards, certificates, grades, and accomplishments) and learn how to blend them into an impressive presentation.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2117 10 a.m.-Noon, Parsons-Stulen Bldg. Rm. 201 Instructor: Deanna Sayer $75

ENTERING GRADES 8-12 Full-day Opportunity Take your rock or jazz skills up a notch with a week of song writing and/or recording in NMC’s state-of-the-art recording studio.

Drums, guitars, and keyboards are available and you can bring your own instrument. Select one class or both.

Instant Rock Star Song Writing (Grades 8–12)

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Using time-tested techniques, you’ll learn to create songs and lyrics that really work. From exploratory jam sessions and chord structures to choosing the flow of words, you’ll sharpen your songwriting skills. As your music comes together, you’ll be ready to record your efforts.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2114 10 a.m.-Noon University Center Rm. 12 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brady Corcoran $99

Instant Recording Engineer (Grades 8–12) EEYU108

Get hands-on in the Audio Technology Studio as you learn to use professional equipment. Working with microphones, recording software, and studio gear, you’ll create recordings of original music. Each day takes you a little deeper as you develop your skills. Following each 2-hour lab class, enjoy an optional 90 minutes of supervised lab time to practice and work with equipment and software.

Mon.-Fri., Aug. 3-7 Code: 2115 12:30-2:30 class; optional lab is 2:30-4 p.m.

University Center Rm. 12 (2200 Dendrinos Dr., off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Brady Corcoran $99

Instant Rock Boot Camp (Grades 8–12)

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Register for both classes above to follow the creation of your masterpiece from idea to finished recording. Optional: those who register for both the morning and afternoon class can bring lunch and enjoy lunch break conversations with the instructor. Note: The Instant Recording Engineer class offers an optional open lab each day for practice.

Register for both (save $18) $180 for both If doing both, use registration Code: 2116

Write a Winning College Application or Scholarship Essay (Grades 10–12) EEYW105

Want to get a jump on the college application process? Do you need to win a scholarship?

Essays and personal statements are an important part of college and scholarship applications.

Learn what colleges are looking for and begin to craft your own essay or personal statement.

Bringing a scholarship or college application packet is helpful but not necessary. Bring a flash drive.

Tues. & Thurs., June 23 & 25 Code: 2118 1-4:30 p.m., University Center Rm. 08 (2200 Dendrinos Drive, off Cass Rd.) Instructor: Mary Bridges $59

Jump Start Your College Career Now! (Grades 10–12) EEYW112

Now is the time to seriously gear up for admission into your ideal college. This means preparing for the tests, finding the right schools, getting a grasp on the application process, knowing the impact of your high school choices, and planning that crucial essay. In this class, create a personal profile, research colleges focusing on what to look for, and learn about admission requirements.

You’ll also visit an admissions office at the NMC University Center. Get the guidance you need to gather, plan, and engage in the activities that will grab attention and make you and your application stand out.

Mon. & Tues., June 29 & 30 Code: 2119 1-4 p.m., University Center Rm. 205 Instructor: Mary Bridges $49

Car Care for Young Drivers NEW (Grades 10–12) EEYW104

A little knowledge can keep you safer, save you dollars and give you greater confidence when it comes to dealing with repairs. You’ll get hands-on practice as you learn to perform basic maintenance tasks. Become familiar with common warning sounds and visual clues. Learn what’s serious and what can wait, and how to communicate more effectively with the service technician when your car needs repairs.

Mon.-Thurs., July 13-16 Code: 2120 1-3 p.m., Aero Park Campus, NMC Automotive Service Tech Bldg.

Rm. 104 (2510 Aero Park Dr.) Instructor: Wayne Moody $69

Calendar of classes is on pages 20-21

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Easy Ways to Register

1. Online: www.nmc.edu/kids use your credit/debit card 2. Phone: (231) 995-1700 or toll-free 800-748-0566, x1700 use your credit/debit card 3. Fax: (231) 995-1708 use your credit/debit card and fax registration form 4. Mail: send registration form with payment to NMC-EES,

1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686-3061

5. In Person: bring registration form with payment to the Extended Education office at the NMC University Center (north wing), on Cass Road, T.C. (between 14th Street and S. Airport Road) Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Register Early Registration is easy—register online or fill out a registration form, then phone, fax, mail, or stop by the NMC Extended Education (EES) office. Registration begins March 20 and continues throughout the summer. Take as many classes as you like. For additional registration forms, make copies or download them from the website. Full payment is due at the time of registration by credit card/debit card, check, or cash.

Many classes fill quickly, so early enrollment is encouraged. Please register by June 8 or at least seven days prior to the start date of your course. Some classes with low enrollment after June 9 may have to be cancelled.

When registering, please note the dates, times, and locations of your classes. You will be notified if changes occur or a class is filled. Written confirmation will be sent only if you include a stamped, self-addressed envelope.

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Registration form is on page 38

How to use ONLINE registration • Remember that you must use your child’s NMC ID and PASSWORD when using online registration, not your own. Every child who has ever taken a class at NMC has an NMC ID. • If your child has taken classes before, but you don’t know his/her login, contact the NMC Technology Help Desk, (231) 995-3020. They can help you with your child’s NMC ID and Password.

• If your child is a brand new student, an NMC ID and Password are assigned when you create a new account.

• If you can’t remember whether your child has taken classes before, call the Help Desk (231) 995-3020 or Extended Education (231) 995-1700.

• Your credit card is charged upon completion of the online registration process. If you do not pay at the time of registration, the class(es) in your cart will be dropped.

Financial aid scholarships

(not available with online registration) Limited funds are available to assist families meeting low-income requirements.

To receive an application, please call Extended Education at (231) 995-1700.

1. Financial aid awards typically cover half the cost of each class for a maximum of three classes per child (as funds allow). Awarded amount does not exceed $60 per class.

2. To apply, please submit: • completed financial aid application • registration form • payment (half of the cost of each class).

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Refunds A 100% refund will be given if a request is made at least six business days prior to the class start date (call 995-1700) or if a class is cancelled. If you must drop a class 2 to 5 business days prior to the class start date, you are eligible for a 50% credit toward another College for Kids class, valid for one year.

Classes dropped the business day prior to class (usually the Friday before) are not eligible for refund or partial credit. See full refund policy nmc.edu/kids.

3. Upon receipt of all three at left, students will be enrolled in requested classes. You will only be notified if you do not qualify for a scholarship; you may then pay the remaining cost or cancel the reserved spaces at least one week prior to the class and receive a full refund of the amount paid. ­

About our teachers College for Kids instructors are certified teachers and coaches working in area schools, retired teachers, and other experts in their field. They all work with children and have a passion for sharing their love of learning. Read biographies at www.nmc.edu/kids.

Non-discrimination Policy Notice

Northwestern Michigan College is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

See nmc.edu/nondiscrimination

Enroll today (231) 995-1700

Questions?

Call ­(231) 995-1700 or 800-748-0566 ext. 1700 www.nmc.edu/kids

www.nmc.edu/kids

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Registration Form College for Kids - Summer 2015 (please print)

Child’s full name__________________________________________________________________ Child’s date of birth______________________ Male ❑ Female ❑

Grade (fall 2015)_______

Mailing address___________________________________________________________________ City/State__________________________________________________Zip____________________ Parent name______________________ Parent email_____________________________________ Home Phone _______________________ Cell_____________________ Day___________________ Emergency Contact________________________________ Phone___________________________ CODE

(4-digit number)

COURSE TITLE

DATE

❑ Registration form and full payment enclosed.

PAGE

COST

TOTAL

❑ Financial Aid Application, Registration form, and partial payment enclosed; amount paying $ ________ (usually half the cost of each class) ❑ Cash ❑ Check (Payable to NMC) ❑ Credit Card No.____________________________________________________ Exp._________ Cardholder’s Name__________________________________ CCV# (3 digits on back)_________

Required: list child’s medical conditions, learning disabilities, special needs, severe allergies _

______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Medications taken regularly: _____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

• Online: www.nmc.edu/kids • Phone: (231) 995-1700 • Fax: (231) 995-1708 • Mail: NMC-EES, 1701 E. Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686-3061 • In Person: Extended Education office, NMC University Center, Cass Road, T.C. By registering a child in this program, I authorize and acknowledge permission for video, digital, or still photography made with the child’s image to be applied to a variety of uses by Northwestern Michigan College (NMC). Such uses may include, but are not limited to, college web pages, printed brochures, broadcasting, and/or other forms of electronic transmission. Names will not be identified with images.

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Calendar of classes is on pages 20-21

Parent checklist ❑ Confirm that your child is the appropriate age/grade level for each class. ❑ Inform us at the time of registration if your child has a physical, medical, or learning need so we can assure they have a good experience. ❑ Walk younger children to and from the classroom door. ❑ Make sure the teacher and your child have a current phone number to contact you if necessary.

❑ Drop off no earlier than 10 minutes ahead of class time. NMC doesn’t have staffing resources to supervise children who are left early or picked up late. Please be prompt for pick up. ❑ Inform the teacher if someone else will be picking up your child.

Discuss pick-up arrangements with your child prior to class. ❑ Let children know that appropriate behavior is expected. Parents will be contacted if a child is disruptive.

For driving directions, call (231) 995-1700

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GRASP math summer

Help your child (grades K–8) stay on top of language arts and/or math skills this summer with GRASP guided at-home programs to help children retain critical skills. Whether you are home or on the road, these easy-to-use lessons go with you.

To register, go to www.nmc.edu/kids and download the GRASP flyer or call (231) 995-1700

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After registering for the reading and/ or math program, parents attend an introductory session in May to meet the teachers, pick up materials, and learn how to help your student make this a successful experience.

•Affordable $75 for one $129 for both •Geared to each child’s skill level •Financial aid is available

Northwestern Michigan College Extended Educational Services 1701 E. Front Street Traverse City, MI 49686-3061

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Douglas S. Bishop, Chair Kennard R. Weaver, Vice Chair K. Ross Childs, Secretary Robert T. Brick, Treasurer Cheryl Gore Follette Marilyn Gordon Dresser Steven Rawlings