Summer Program Brochure 2020

SUMMER Program 2020

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June 8 – August 7 wellington.org/summer

Wellington Summer Program 2020

SUMMER Program 2020

June 8 – August 7, 2020

Summer Program Dates

Phil Gross, Director of Summer Program Julie Lovett, Assistant Director of Summer Program

WEEK 1: June 8-12

Contact Information 3650 Reed Road Columbus, OH 43220 Summer Office Phone: 614-324-8882 Email: summer@wellington.org

WEEK 2: June 15-19

Age Groups Open to students in prekindergarten (must be age 4) through grade 12.

Register for programs according to the grade your child will enter in fall 2020.

WEEK 4: June 29-July 2

Camp Hours Morning Program: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Lunch: 12-12:30 p.m.

Afternoon Program: 12:30-3:30 p.m.

WEEK 6: July 13-17

Extended Day Hours Before Care: 7:30-9 a.m.

After Care: 3:30-6 p.m.

WEEK 8: July 27-31

Register Online wellington.org/summer

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WEEK 3: June 22-26

*No class on July 3

WEEK 5: July 6-10

WEEK 7: July 20--24

WEEK 9: August 3-7

Wellington Summer Program 2020

Information

Program Overview

• The Wellington Summer Program is open to all families in the community and across the country, regardless of school attended.

• The program complements busy summer schedules by offering fullday, morning-only, and afternoon-only camps.

• Extended Day Care is available before and after programs daily.

• You may register for one or multiple programs throughout the summer.

The choice is yours.

• Registration is processed online.

Enrollment is fast, safe, and easy.

• Registration opens February 1 at 7 a.m.

Online Registration • Visit wellington.org/summer and click the Register Now button.

• Previously enrolled families should use their current login and password.

For assistance, please email summer@ wellington.org or call (614) 324-8882.

• First time users, click Create an Account and follow the on-screen steps.

• Registration remains open all summer, so you can go back and add classes at any time.

Registration/Confirmation

Cancellation/Refund Policy

• Register according to the grade your child will enter in fall 2020.

• After registering online, you will receive a confirmation email immediately.

• A registration fee of $18 per camper is required at time of registration.

• Course fees are located in the camp descriptions.

• Registration is not complete until payment is received.

• Payments are accepted in the form of credit card, cash, or personal check.

• Returned checks and ACH denials/ errors are charged $30 per infraction.

Due to the necessity for a minimum number of students to be enrolled in every course, we must adhere to the following policy regarding cancellations. Please understand we have made firm financial commitments to our instructors and purchased materials for programs after the deadline outlined below.

Waiting Lists • All camps have enrollment limits to provide an optimal experience for campers.

• Once a class reaches capacity, you may choose to join an online waiting list.

• You will be notified via email if a spot becomes available and you will have 24 hours to accept the open spot. After the 24-hour window expires, the open spot is passed on to the next person on the waiting list.

• There is no fee or deposit to join a waiting list.

• A full refund, minus a $50 cancellation fee per class, will be given if you cancel a class for any reason prior to May 22. After that date, no refunds will be given unless a program is cancelled.

Exceptions will be considered for medical circumstances (a letter from a licensed physician is required).

• Wellington Summer Program office reserves the right to cancel any program for which there is insufficient enrollment. All efforts will be made to assign students affected to another available camp. If placement is not possible, a full refund or credit for a future program will be granted.

• Refunds, prorated rates, or discounts will not be provided for camper absences, including vacation schedules or conflicting activities.

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Lunch

Drop-Off

Photographs

• Lunch is provided by Wellington’s dining service company, Aladdin Food Management Services, and available for purchase at $30/week.

• Lunches will consist of a variety of kid-friendly foods. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, milk, and fruit will be available daily, in addition to our rotating hot lunch.

• Students who have dietary restrictions must bring lunch from home.

• Lunch must be registered and paid for at least a week in advance to ensure availability.

• Campers are welcome to bring a sack lunch from home, however please note no refrigeration will be available.

• Enter on Reed Road and make an immediate right into the visitor parking lot.

• Please park in the lot and walk your child into the rotunda where members of our staff will greet you and assist in finding your child’s program location.

• DO NOT park along the curb in front of the main entrance of the school.

• Check-in directly with your teacher in the location of your program. Specific program locations will be emailed the week prior to your program start date.

• NOTE: If your child arrives before 8:50 a.m., he or she will be entered into the Extended Day program and charged the daily drop-in rate of $17.

• During one of our programs, your child’s photograph may be taken.

These photos may be used in future Wellington Summer Program publications, on the school’s social media accounts, the Wellington website, or other promotions.

• Please contact the Summer Program Director in writing prior to your child attending camp if you do not want your child to be photographed.

Extended Day Program • Before and After Care are available to Summer Program participants from 7:30-9 a.m. and 3:30-6 p.m.

• A parent or caregiver must accompany the child into before and out of after care. Parents must sign their child in with the Extended Day Director when they are dropped off in the morning and must sign their child out during pick-up in the afternoon.

• We encourage parents to sign up online in advance to help our administration better plan for staffing needs; however, we recognize that may not always be possible and we do permit drop-ins without previous registration.

• There is a strict $1/minute per child late fee for all campers picked up after 6 p.m.

• Fee structure: • Before Care - $50 per week • After Care - $65 per week • Before and After Care Combo - $85 per week

Field Trips • Waivers are provided by email prior to the start of camp for programs that are not located on the Wellington campus.

• School busses provide transportation for off-campus trips as noted in the description of the program.

• Lunches are not provided on full-day field trips. Students must bring a sack lunch.

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Pick-Up • Please park in the main lot in front of the school. Pick-up for students in prekindergarten – 4th grade will occur from the classroom/space where the program occurs daily. Pick-up for middle school students will take place in the rotunda with their instructor.

Specific instructions will be emailed the week prior to your program start date.

• The teacher will release the student only to parents/individuals who are listed on the authorized pick-up list.

You may log in to your account to add additional individuals to your authorized pickup list at any time.

• NOTE: If your child is not picked up by 3:40 p.m., he or she will be entered into the Extended Day program and charged the daily drop-in rate of $21.

Medication • If your child must take medication while here, please complete the Administration of Medication form, available for download at wellington.org/summer.

• You AND your doctor must complete and sign this form before Summer Program staff can dispense medication to your child.

• Please provide an adequate supply of your child’s medication in a labeled container, including dosage instructions and the doctor’s name. If medication is not picked up within 30 days of the last administered dose, it will be discarded.

HIGH SCHOOL FOR-CREDIT PROGRAMS Why spend the summer in class?

Students value the ability to delve deeply into one content area without other demands on their schedule.

For-credit classes help students fulfill a graduation requirement in order to free up space in their school-year schedule.

• Programs are open to students from any high school.

• Please check with your child’s school prior to registering for a program to ensure your school will accept the academic credit earned in our Summer Program.

• Daily attendance is mandatory in order to earn academic credit.

• You will earn 1/3 credit (the equivalent of one trimester) for the program you complete.

• Credit is documented through an official letter to the student indicating the summer course title, credit earned, and final grade. A copy of this letter may also be mailed to the student’s school, if requested.

• Summer courses are aligned with the academic policies described in the Wellington Course Brochure and Policy Handbook.

Wellington Summer Program 2020

Quick Look Academics Book Lovers (1-3) Launch It (1-3) Cooking Through Literature (1-3) Math Venture Jr. (1-3) Chess for Beginners (1-3) Math Fun (1-3) Travel to Japan (1-4) Magical Science (1-4) Little Medical School (1-4) Food Matters (2-4) Becoming an Author (2-4) Recipes for Math (3-5) Math Venture (3-5) Graphic Novels (3-5) Chess Kings (4-8) Art of Problem Solving (5-8) Science Fair Fun (5-8) Stress Busters (5-8) Food Matters (5-8) Future-Preneurs (5-8) Camp Architecture (5-8) ROXstars (6-8) Makerspace Creativity (6-8) Algebra Foundations (7-9)

Adventure Out of this World (1-3) Egyptian Dig: Discover Buried Treasure (1-4) Learn to Sail (2-4) Ultimate Drone Obstacle Challenge (3-5) Pokémon GO: Augmented Reality (3-5) Follow Me Robot (3-6) Robotics Adventure: Race to the End (4-6) Escape Room (5-8) Flight Exploration (5-8) Day Trekkers: Sports, Nature & Art Day Trekkers: Columbus Adventure Learn to Sail (5-8)

Course descriptions and dates are available on the following pages.

Athletics Cheerleading Camp (Prek-2) Martial Arts (1-3) Fencing (1-4) Youth Tennis (1-4) Coed Soccer (1-6) Wilson Tennis Camp (1-8) Learn to Sail (2-4) Coed Basketball (2-8) Cheerleading Camp (3-8) Fencing (4-8) Martial Arts (4-8)

Early Childhood (Ages 4-5) A Camping We Will Go Amazing Animals Animal Planet Cheerleading Camp Community Helpers Cooking Through Literature Dress-Up Trunk Theatre Engineering and Design with LEGO Extending Stories Through STEM Imagination Celebration Junior Scientists Makerspace in the Classroom Monster Mash Mini Meteorologists Pete the Cat Petite Picassos Process Art Exploration Scientist in Training Transportation: Air, Land, or Sea Under the Sea World Explorers

High School Algebra Foundations (7-9) ACT Test Prep Boot Camp (9-12) Physical Education (9-12) Art Portfolio Development Workshop (10-11) Photography (10-12) Government (10-12)

Performance & Fine Arts Intro to Dance (1-3) Magnificent Monsters (1-3) Frozen Fun (1-3) Cookies & Crafts (1-3) Cooking Through Literature (1-3) Frozen (1-3) Journey Through Whoville (1-3) Design & Sew A Creature (1-4) My Doll, Tea, & Me (1-4) Class Magic (1-4) EZ Magic (1-4) Creative Arts (1-4) Storybook Theatre (2-4) Cooking Around the World (2-4) Adventures of Roald Dahl (2-4) Intro to Sewing (3-5) Art Around the World (3-5) Awesome Artists (3-5) Broadway Basics (3-5) Graphic Novels (3-5) Welcome to Hogwarts (4-6) Upcycling (4-8) Amazing Acting (4-8) Broadway Bound (4-8) Guitar (5-8) Greek Mythology: The Ancient World (5-8) Comedy Magic (5-8) Street Magic (5-8) Shakespeare ALIVE (5-8) Hamilton (5-8) Art Exploration (5-8)

STEM Math Venture Jr. (1-3) Math Fun (1-3) Junior Engineering: LEGO & K’NEX (1-3) STEM Avengers with LEGO (1-3) Camp COSI: Become the Scientist (1-4) Camp COSI: Superhero Science (1-4) Egyptian Dig: Discover Buried Treasure (1-4) Magical Science (1-4) Innovative Design Challenge (2-4) Recipes for Math (3-5) Eco Explorers (3-5) Math Venture (3-5) Code It (3-5) Pokémon GO: Augmented Reality (3-5) Roblox 3D Game Development (3-5) STEMQuest Fornite Battle Squads (3-5) Ultimate Drone Obstacle Challenge (3-5) Super Sleuths (3-6) Brick Building with Lights & Sound (3-6) Follow Me Robot (3-6) Robotics Adventure: Race to the End (4-6) Science Fair Fun (5-8) Take Apart Club (5-8) Camp Architecture (5-8) Makerspace Creativity (6-8) Learn. Code. Build. (6-8) Algebra Foundations (7-9)

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Schedule

Daily Camp Schedule Morning Program: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Lunch: 12-12:30 p.m.

Afternoon Program: 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Extended Day Before Care: 7:30-9 a.m.

After Care: 3:30-6 p.m.

JUNE 8-12 FULL DAY Math Fun (1-3) Learn to Sail (2-4) Learn to Sail (5-8)

AM Scientist in Training (Prek-K) Journey Through Whoville (1-3) Youth Tennis (1-4) Eco-Explorers (3-5) Take Apart Club (5-8) Art of Problem Solving (5-8) ACT Test Prep Boot Camp (9-12) Physical Education Credit (9-12)

Becoming an Author (2-4) Code It (3-5)

World Explorers (Prek-K) Cheerleading Camp (Prek-2) Frozen Fun (1-3) Chess for Beginners (1-3) Art Around the World (3-5) Amazing Acting (4-8) Makerspace Creativity (6-8) Art Portfolio Development Workshop (10-11)

PokĂŠmon GO: Augmented Reality (3-5) Learn. Code. Build. (6-8)

Extending Stories Through STEM (Prek-K) Cooking Through Literature (Prek-K) Frozen (1-3) Design & Sew A Creature (1-4) Coed Soccer (1-6) Awesome Artists (3-5) Fencing (4-8) ROXstars (6-8)

PM Amazing Animals (Prek-K) Martial Arts (1-3) Camp COSI: Superhero Science (1-4) Recipes for Math (3-5) Welcome to Hogwarts (4-6) Art Exploration (6-8)

JUNE 15-19 A Camping We Will Go (Prek-K) Travel to Japan (1-4) My Doll, Tea, & Me (1-4) Food Matters (2-4) Follow Me Robot (3-6) Cheerleading Camp (3-8) Chess Kings (4-8)

JUNE 22-26 Community Helpers (Prek-K) Process Art Exploration (Prek-K) Fencing (1-3) Magical Science (1-4) Innovative Design Challenge (2-4) Broadway Basics (3-5) Martial Arts (4-8) Guitar (5-8)

JUNE 29-JULY 2 (NO CLASS ON JULY 3) Creative Arts (1-4) Future-Preneurs (5-8)

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Engineering & Design with LEGO (Prek-K)

Makerspace in the Classroom (Prek-K)

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JULY 6-10 FULL DAY Junior Engineering: LEGO & K’NEX (1-3) Roblox 3D Game Development (3-5) Day Trekkers: Sports, Nature & Art (5-8)

AM Monster Mash (Prek-K) Book Lovers (1-3) EZ Magic (1-4) Cooking Around the World (2-4) Intro to Sewing (3-5) Robotics Adventure: Race to the End (4-6) Escape Room (5-8) Government (10-12) Photography (10-12)

PM Petite Picassos (Prek-K) Intro to Dance (1-3) Cooking Through Literature (1-3) Camp COSI: Become the Scientist (1-4) Olympic Sports (4-6) Broadway Bound (4-8) Comedy Magic (5-8)

JULY 13-17 Little Medical School (1-4) Coed Basketball (2-8) Hamilton (5-8)

Mini Meteorologists (Prek-K) Launch It (1-3) Fencing (1-4) Graphic Novels (3-6) Upcycling (4-8) Stress Busters (5-8) ACT Test Prep Boot Camp (9-12)

Pete the Cat (Prek-K) Cookies & Crafts (1-3) Chess for Beginners (1-3) Super Sleuths (3-6) Coed Basketball (2-8) Flight Exploration (5-8)

JULY 20-24 Math Venture Jr. (1-3) Learn to Sail (2-4) Learn to Sail (5-8)

Transportation: Air, Land, or Sea (Prek-K) Youth Tennis (1-4) Camp COSI: Superhero Science (1-4) Storybook Theatre (2-4) Chess Kings (4-8) Shakespeare ALIVE (5-8)

STEM Avengers with LEGO (1-3) Ultimate Drone Obstacle Challenge (3-5) Day Trekkers: Columbus Adventure (5-8)

Junior Scientists (Prek-K) Magnificent Monsters (1-3) Egyptian Dig: Discover Buried Treasure (1-4) Wilson Tennis Camp (1-8) Robotics Adventure: Race to the End (4-6) Street Magic (5-8)

Under the Sea (Prek-K) Chess for Beginners (1-3) Out of this World (1-3) Adventures of Roald Dahl (2-4) Brick Building with Lights & Sound (3-6) Food Matters (5-8)

JULY 27-31 Dress Up Trunk Theatre (Prek-K) Martial Arts (1-3) Classic Magic (1-4) Math Venture (3-5) Science Fair Fun (5-8) Greek Mythology: The Ancient World (5-8)

AUGUST 3-7 Creative Arts (1-4) STEMQuest: Fortnite Battle Squads (3-5) Camp Architecture (5-8)

Animal Planet (Prek-K) Algebra Foundations (7-9)

Imagination Celebration (Prek-K)

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Courses A-Z A Camping We Will Go

Join us on a summer camping adventure!

Gather with us around the campfire to sing songs and read stories. Enjoy a week of hands-on camping-themed exploration through crafts, science activities, and much more!

Instructor: Erin Miller, Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten June 15–19, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $155 Code: #301

ACT Test Prep Boot Camp

This boot camp will prepare students for the June 13 and July 18 administration of the ACT. Following the format they should expect on test day, students will take a full-length diagnostic test on the first day using actual ACT test questions. Students will receive an individualized score analysis, differentiated instruction based on the results of their practice test, and valuable tips and strategies to help them navigate the most challenging problems from every section. Each day will focus on a different section of the test, with general test-taking tips interspersed throughout the week.

Students will assemble a helpful “cheat sheet” based on their own proficiency levels and refer to this list of helpful hints often through a series of drills and coaching sessions of varying lengths. As a springboard to the Saturday morning test, students will receive 16 hours of intensive instruction supplemented by drills tailored to their specific areas of need. Students of every level of proficiency are encouraged to attend. One of the campers from 2019 used what they learned from the camp to improve their score by 6 overall points! No academic credit is awarded for taking this program.

Instructor: John Brown, Wellington Upper School teacher Grades: 9-12

Grades: 9-12

June 8-12

July 13-17

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Fee: $300

Fee: $300

Code: #302

Code: #303

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Adventures of Roald Dahl

“A little magic can take you a long way,” said Roald Dahl. Join the Columbus Children’s Theatre in this exploration of the world of beloved author Roald Dahl’s stories, as well as their stage and screen adaptations. Students will journey through Matilda’s world, explore James’ giant peach, and create a little magic of their own to rival Willy Wonka’s! This program will include the creation of props and costumes. We will also build theatrical skills while learning scenes and songs from shows such as “Matilda” and “James and the Giant Peach.” Students will share their Roald Dahl knowledge in a performance of scenes and dances on the last day of the program.

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff

Amazing Acting

Grades: 2-4

Explore the wonderful world of performing arts! This class will introduce students to the many techniques of acting for the stage: stage presence, vocal quality, physicality, and character development.

Students will also learn the importance of collaboration and communication as they work with others to perform poems, monologues, and short scenes during a final performance for family and friends.

Instructor: Emily Yaksic, Marion Franklin High School drama teacher

July 20–24, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Grades: 4-8

Fee: $180

June 15–19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Code: #304

Fee: $150 Code: #306

Algebra Foundations

Algebra is the most important and fundamental math course for students as they progress further along the higherlevel math track. The skills of simplifying expressions, solving equations, solving systems of equations, and creating linear equations and graphs will be used in every level of math and are crucial skills for nearly every profession. This course will build on the foundational skills students have already learned and challenge them to deepen their understanding of algebra. Students will be met at their level and then progress further toward mastery through activities, games, and challenges.

Instructor: Daniel Magas, Wellington Middle School math teacher

Amazing Animals

Fee: $150

Join us as we jump into the worlds of our favorite animal stories in this immersive dramatic journey! Whether we are dressing up to explore Eric Carle’s “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?,” crafting mousy poems with Leo Leonni’s “Frederick,” or doing Sandra Boynton’s “Dinosaur Dance,” students will build beginner theatrical, as well as social and emotional, skills. Stories will come to life as students play favorite characters and discover what may have happened before, after, and in other parts of these well-loved

stories.

Story drama is a wonderful tool for students to explore literacy and critical thinking skills through dramatic play and imaginative games. On the last day of the program, we will share some of our favorite stories and games with families!

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff

Code: #305

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Grades: 7-9 August 3–7, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

June 8–12, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #307

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Wellington Summer Program 2020

Animal Planet

Art Portfolio Development Workshop

Are you ready to leap like a lion, pace like a polar bear, slither like a snake, and bellow like a bear? Students will take a trip around the globe and explore some of the most fascinating animals that inhabit our planet. Through a variety of crafts, songs, games, and stories, this week will surely satisfy your appetite for animals.

Instructor: Danielle Gibbs, Wellington Lower School counselor Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten August 3–7, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $155 Code: #308

Art Exploration

This is the perfect class for any artist who loves to explore a wide range of media.

Together we will explore several art materials to build and create a variety of artworks. Students will explore weaving with yarn, printmaking with stamps, jewelry making with beads, collage with magazines, and even make artwork using clothespins. This class will expand students’ knowledge in a wide range of art styles, as well as 2D and 3D skills.

Instructor: Tina Cegala, Ridgeview Middle School visual arts teacher Grades: 6-8 June 8–12, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150

Art Around the World

Ready to take a trip around the world?

Students will start by making a passport for our journey to travel to all seven continents to learn about cultures across the world and how they express themselves through art. Highlights from our world tour include African strip weaving, Chinese marbling, Roman mosaics and much more. By the end of the week, students will have a suitcase full of art and a heart full of memories from their artistic travels around the world!

Instructor: Tina Cegala, Ridgeview Middle School visual arts teacher Grades: 3-5 June 15–19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #309

Code: #310

Art of Problem Solving

Students will spend the week developing their problem-solving skills through hands-on math and STEM challenges.

Students will study and implement problem-solving strategies from guessand-check to working backwards and everything in between, while solving complex math and STEM problems. The challenges will require inductive and deductive reasoning, creativity, and perseverance to build math problemsolving skills.

Instructor: Alisha Sleeper, Watkins Middle School math and science teacher

In this weeklong workshop, students will get a jump-start on their art portfolio and gain a firm understanding of what to expect as they begin to move through the college application process. We will explore the required components of an art portfolio, learn how to properly document artwork for applications, and create a website to organize students’ digital portfolios. Each student should bring 5-7 pieces of their best work and any previous sketchbooks. Students’ previous work will serve as the starting point for examining themes found in their work, reflecting on media they have previously explored, and thinking about media they may want to explore for their portfolio.

The instructor will provide one-on-one feedback. By the end of the week, each student will leave with a set of goals to complete over the summer, future portfolio piece ideas, a list of art programs broken down by specialties to help plan college visits, and a comprehensive list of opportunities including art scholarships, art competitions, and special events such as National Portfolio Day. No academic credit is awarded for this program.

Instructor: Jaime Bennati, Wellington Upper School visual arts teacher Grades: 10-11 June 15–19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $250 Code: #312

Grades: 5-8 June 8–12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #311

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Courses A-Z Awesome Artists

Take a journey with us as we learn about some of the greatest creators of all time! Find inspiration from their distinct styles, choice of art materials, and their philosophies on art making. Students will learn about Kehinde Wiley’s inspiration behind his portraits, how Robert Smithson uses nature as his art materials, how to “splatter” just like Jackson Pollack, and much more. Perhaps you are more of a dot person like George Seurat or maybe you prefer to paint to music like Wassily Kandinsky. The sky is the limit as to where this class may take you.

Instructor: Tina Cegala, Ridgeview Middle School visual arts teacher Grades: 3-5

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Book Lovers

The perfect experience for those searching for new books to enjoy, this weeklong program will introduce students to a completely new world of reading.

Students will receive individualized book recommendations, listen to popular books read aloud, and find new books of interest.

Students will also study characters across some popular series and will leave with a list of books to read all summer long!

Instructor: Lisa Veon, Glen Oak Elementary teacher Grades: 1-3 July 6–10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #315

June 22–26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #313

Becoming an Author

Book lovers and budding authors will explore a variety of authors and book genres as we learn how to write like published authors. Students will discover and experiment with a variety of writing styles, including creative writing. Bring your favorite books to class! The new fullday format will allow us to take a deeper dive into this program.

Instructor: Yolanda Johnson, Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: 2-4 June 15–19, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $300 Code: #314

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Brick Building with Lights & Sound

Do you love to build? Have you ever tried building a brick structure? Join us as we make endless combinations of brick construction. We will even add an electronic element to our design process! Students will build and design their own brick tower and bridge, light it up, play music, and turn on their LED lights. Students will also have the tools to construct a brick mammal, a three-level house, a lighthouse, or their own unique creation to take home at the end of the week.

Instructors: Funtastic Workshops staff Grades: 3-6 July 20–24, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $200 Code: #316

Broadway Basics

This program is perfect for performers new to the stage or looking to build new skills. Students will learn the important fundamentals of acting, singing, and dancing while developing the confidence needed to take the stage in a musical.

Students will stage ensemble musical numbers and scenes from both classical and contemporary Broadway musicals to share with families on the last day of camp!

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff Grades: 3-5 June 22–26, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: #317

Broadway Bound

This program will focus on the three main aspects of musical theatre: acting, singing, and dancing. Students will learn one modern and one classic musical theatre song and dance that will build performance skills and enhance stage presence. Our week will conclude with a big show-stopping performance for family and friends.

Instructor: Emily Yaksic, Marion Franklin High School drama teacher Grades: 4-8 July 6–10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #318

Courses A-Z Camp Architecture

Camp Architecture will introduce students to the world of architecture and design.

During the week, students will be exposed to architecture and the associated fields of interior design, structural engineering, landscape design, and city and regional planning through hands-on projects and imaginative games. Students will enhance their STEM knowledge, develop creative ideas, develop leadership and teambuilding skills, build confidence, and plant the seeds for a life-long appreciation of architecture and design. Join us at the end of week to see everything your child has created.

Instructors: The Center for Architecture and Design staff Grades: 5-8 August 3–7, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $395 Code: #319

Camp COSI: Become the Scientist

Step into the shoes of a new kind of scientist each day in this special Camp COSI on Wheels program designed just for early learners. Each day, students will become engineers, zoologists, chemists, astronomers, or paleontologists to explore the world around them. With hands-on activities, amazing group demonstrations, and read-aloud stories to bring it all together, this high-energy science camp will have students seeing science all around them all summer long!

Instructors: COSI staff

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Camp COSI: Superhero Science

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Nah, it’s Superhero Science! Come prepared for super hero training by using science to bring “impossible” super powers to life. We will bring the science fiction of comic books to life through the eye of a scientist as students explore levitation, flight, and more. We will create weather and maybe even take flight!

Instructors: COSI staff Grades: 1-4

Grades: 1-4

June 8–12

July 20–24

12:30-3:30 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180

Fee: $180

Code: #321

Code: #322

Cheerleading Camp

The Wellington Summer Cheerleading Camp will teach students the basic fundamentals of cheer. Students will learn cheers, dances, and jumps with an emphasis on the importance of selfconfidence and what it looks like to be a part of a cheerleading squad. Students will end the week knowing drills and techniques they can work on at home to continue to improve their skills.

Instructors: Katie Watkins, Wellington cheerleading coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: Prek-2

Grades: 3-8

June 15-19

June 15–19

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $180

Fee: $180

Code: #323

Code: #324

Chess for Beginners

This is the perfect class for students who want to learn to play chess or just want a place to practice basic skills. Students will learn chess rules, strategies, and history, and partake in demonstration board activities, puzzle-solving, and end game drills to become more familiar with common techniques. Students will use the strategies they learn each day as they compete in a weeklong camp tournament.

Instructor: Kyle Jones, United States Chess Federation (USCF) candidate master Grades: 1-3

Grades: 1-3

Grades: 1-3

June 15–19

July 13-17

July 20-24

9 a.m.-12 p.m. 12:30-3:30 p.m. 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165

Fee: $165

Fee: $165

Code: #325

Code: #326

Code: #327

Chess Kings

This program is designed for beginners and experts alike. Students will spend a week immersed in chess to become a stronger player and understand the finer concepts of the game. Students will participate in demonstration board activities, tactical problems, and timed end game drills to prepare for rated tournament play. Each day the students will use the strategies they have learned as they compete in our weeklong camp tournament.

Instructor: Kyle Jones, United States Chess Federation (USCF) candidate master Grades: 4-8

Grades: 4-8

June 15–19

July 20–24

12:30-3:30 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $165

Fee: $165

Code: #328

Code: #329

Grades: 1-4 July 6–10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

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Classic Magic

Students will have fun learning how to become an amazing magician, performer, and presenter. Beyond providing entertainment value, magic helps improve digital dexterity, coordination, visual perception, spatial relationships, critical thinking, creativity, public speaking skills, self-confidence, and imagination. This camp will focus on magic for small hands with objects such as coins, ropes, and more.

Instructor: Carroll Baker, Central Ohio’s busiest magician Grades: 1-4 July 27–31, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #330

Code It

Do you love navigating how things work on a computer? Students will learn to enjoy all things related to coding and the web while building problem solving and creative thinking skills. We will use popular emojis to represent HTML text, which lowers the barriers to new coders and increases excitement and understanding of computer science. Students will build animations, websites, and video games; explore multiple coding languages; program robots; and create STEM-based projects both on and off line.

Instructors: Codemoji staff Grades: 3-5 June 15–19, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $350 Code: #331

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Comedy Magic

Coed Basketball

Players will cycle daily through drills lead

by Wellington coaches emphasizing the fundamentals of basketball: defense, ballhandling, passing, and shooting. Healthy competition will be promoted throughout the week in the form of individual and team games. At the end of the week, students will take home the drills and skills from camp to continue working on them all summer long. This camp is perfect for beginning and intermediate players.

Instructors: Artie Taylor, Wellington head boys varsity basketball coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 2-8

Grades: 2-8

July 13–17

July 13–17

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $280

Fee: $180

Code: #332

Code: #333

Coed Soccer

Students will have fun learning how to become an amazing magician, performer, and presenter. Beyond providing entertainment value, magic helps improve digital dexterity, coordination, visual perception, spatial relationships, critical thinking, creativity, public speaking skills, self-confidence, and imagination. This camp will focus on fun and easy magic, different comedy styles, and how to incorporate humor into a show.

Instructor: Carroll Baker, Central Ohio’s busiest magician Grades: 5-8 July 6–10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #335

Community Helpers

Who are the people in your neighborhood?

We will spend the week learning all about community helpers. Students will explore community helper professions through literacy, creative expression, and student interest-based investigation. We will enjoy role-playing and imagining what it’s like to be various community helpers. Students will draw inspiration from these activities and explore what they want to be when they grow up!

Instructor: Jessica Hawkins, Wellington Lower School learning guide

Players will enjoy an exciting five days of learning and playing the beautiful game of soccer during this camp. We will emphasize the joy of playing the game by engaging campers with opportunities to touch the ball in fast-paced small-sided games.

Players will receive individualized skill development instruction to learn proper techniques from Wellington coaches who lead the Jags to a state championship in 2019. This camp is perfect for beginning and intermediate players.

Instructors: J.J. Bain, Wellington head boys varsity soccer coach, staff, and student athletes

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Grades: 1-6

Grades: 1-3

June 22–26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

July 13–17, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $180

Fee: $160

Code: #334

Code: #337

June 22–26, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $155 Code: #336

Cookies & Crafts

Who says cookies can’t be art? And what is more fun than crafts you can eat? We will bake and decorate delicious cookies each day, as well as work on a cookiethemed craft project to take home at the end of the week.

Instructor: Becky Davis, cookie enthusiast

Courses A-Z Cooking Around the World

Join us for a weeklong adventure as we make and taste different foods from around the world. Each day, students will focus on a different region of the world to discover, cook, and taste the dish they have created. Students will work together to prepare many different recipes and even bring home a few to share.

Instructor: Justine Smith, Wellington Lower School teacher

Wellington Summer Program 2020

Cooking Through Literature

Students will explore picture books with themes about food and then try their hand at creating tasty snacks inspired by what they read. Students will make an art project that goes along with the theme of the week and enjoy a taste of the food they help create.

Instructor: Kathy Yant, Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Grades: 2-4

June 22 – June 26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

July 6–10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $155

Fee: $160

Code: #340

Code: #338

Day Trekkers: Columbus Adventure

Welcome to Day Trekkers! This year, Trekkers will explore the best locations that Columbus has to offer as we visit popular tourist destinations and discover hidden gems. We will experience nature, history, and more as we traverse across the city of Columbus. Day Trekkers should prepare for anything as your student will be delighted to learn all about this adventure. Students should bring a sack lunch, water bottle, comfy shoes, and a healthy sense of adventure each day.

Instructor: Daniel Magas, Wellington Middle School teacher Grades: 5-8 July 27–31, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #343

Day Trekkers: Sports, Nature & Art

Cooking Through Literature

Book lovers and future chefs will love this class! Throughout the week, we will read several picture books to inspire our recipes for cooking. After reading a book, students will make a recipe related to the story that will satisfy their hunger.

Instructor: Justine Smith, Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: 1-3 July 6–10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: #339

Creative Arts

Dive into this interactive, multidisciplinary program as we explore dance, make music, play drama games, make origami, draw, paint, sculpt, and so much more.

Working artists guide the way, fostering exploration and self-expression, and celebrating creativity and joy!

Instructors: Kaye Boiarski, former director of Days of Creation for over 30 years, and Juliana Boiarski, Hilliard High School art teacher Grades: 1-4

Grades: 1-4

June 29–July 2

August 3–7

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $280

Fee: $325

Code: #341

Code: #342

Kayaking, art, and hiking are on our agenda this week. We will visit a variety of state and metro parks including the Scioto Audubon Park, Prairie Oaks Metro Park, Highbanks Metro Park, Alum Creek State Park, Scioto Grove Metro Park, and the fountains at Scioto Mile. Students should bring water shoes, climbing and hiking shoes, and an adventurous spirit for learning about artists who use natural materials to create art during this exciting week.

Instructors: Becky Fuller, Wellington physical education teacher, and Jayne Young, Wellington art teacher Grades: 5-8 July 6–10, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #344

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Courses A-Z Design & Sew A Creature

Creatures come in all shapes and sizes.

Have you ever thought about creating one of your own by using different fabrics and a sewing machine? Students will learn some basic sewing skills and will be encouraged to let their imaginations run wild as we explore classic children’s books to inspire our creations and help trigger our imagination to bring these creature characters to life!

Instructor: Cara Anderson, Private Sewing Instructor Grades: 1-4 June 22–26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #345

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Egyptian Dig: Discover Buried Treasure

Have you ever wanted to dig up your own buried treasure? Join us as discover the amazing science of archaeology and uncover ancient artifacts along the way.

We will learn about Egyptian life as we excavate with tools to find artifacts like a scarab, hieroglyphic tablet, ankh symbol, and a jackal. Students will learn more about these artifacts and even take home a detailed booklet. The artifacts are yours to keep as well. Students will wet the sand to create sand sculptures of their own like a pyramid and a sphinx. Let’s go back in time with a hands-on archaeological experience!

Instructors: Funtastic Workshops staff Grades: 1-4

Dress Up Trunk Theatre

Let’s dive into the trunk and see what we find! Students will take the items we find and turn them into an exciting character that we will incorporate into our very own play.

Instructor: Angela Barch-Shamell, professional actor and theatre teacher at Columbus Children’s Theatre

July 27–31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $200 Code: #348

Mysteries, clues, and puzzles galore! This weeklong adventure will put students’ problem solving and teamwork skills to the test as they work together to complete a variety of challenges to reveal lock combinations, clues, and even more riddles. This program will allow students to creatively think outside the box to complete difficult tasks using a wide variety of skills. Each day, we will work together to solve a new mystery. We will also reflect on what worked and what could have gone better, leading up to the hardest scenario on the final day.

Instructor: Daniel Magas, Wellington Middle School teacher Grades: 5-8 July 6–10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Fee: $150

July 27–31, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Code: #350

Fee: $155 Code: #346

Eco-Explorers

Escape Room

Engineering and Design with LEGO

Extending Stories Through STEM

Fee: $160

Who doesn’t love building with LEGOS? Students will explore, design, and create using LEGO and Duplo blocks to express their ideas. Not only will students design their own LEGO masterpieces, they will also strengthen fine motor skills, engage in complex mathematical thinking, and problem solve while collaborating with peers. Let’s build something amazing together!

Instructor: Vicki Jacobs, Wellington Lower School teacher

Students will deepen their comprehension and connections to literature through a wide range of science, technology, engineering, and math activities. We will read books such as “When Mouse was Mad” and create an “anger explosion.”

Students will build a bee hotel after reading “The Bee Tree” and a potato pulley when we read “James O’Rourke and the Big Potato.” We will read, design, and build as we read “Balloon over Brooklyn,” “If I Built a House,” and “The Most Magnificent Thing.”

Instructor: Jennifer Landon, Wellington Lower School teacher

Code: #347

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

June 29–July 2, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

June 22–26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $124

Fee: $155

Code: #349

Code: #351

Hop in our Jeep or submarine and come explore with us! Students will examine different ecosystems and how animals behave and interact with one another. Through project-based learning and activities, our student-centered curriculum will help make biology fun and easy to understand.

Instructors: A Grade Ahead teachers Grades: 3-5 June 8–12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

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EZ Magic

Flight Exploration

Grades: 1-4

Grades: 5-8

July 6–10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

July 13–17, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165

Fee: $165

Code: #352

Code: #356

Students will have fun learning how to become an amazing magician, performer, and presenter. Beyond providing entertainment value, magic helps improve digital dexterity, coordination, visual perception, spatial relationships, critical thinking, creativity, public speaking skills, self-confidence, and imagination. This camp will focus on magic for small hands with objects such as coins, ropes, and more. Students will learn how to perform easy modern day magic.

Instructor: Carroll Baker, Central Ohio’s busiest magician

Join instructors from The Ohio State University’s Center for Aviation Studies for a STEM-centric look at the fundamentals behind flight. Beyond the science, students will have the opportunity to learn about careers in aviation as they visit a variety of aviation facilities at Columbus’ John Glenn International Airport. These trips will include previous favorites such as the airline ramp and air traffic control facilities (pending Federal Aviation Administration approval).

Instructor: Matt Dreher, The Ohio State University certified flight instructor

Food Matters

Local Matters’ nutrition and culinary education program shares healthful food education, skills, and knowledge exploring the fun of creating delicious meals using fresh and seasonal whole foods! Students will learn where healthy food comes from, what healthy foods do for our bodies, and how to prepare it. Students will also learn the importance of positive food choices while developing skills to create healthy and delicious snacks and meals together.

Whether students are exploring how to shop for healthful food through the “popup” grocery store or practicing preparing healthy meals, they will learn everything from understanding the USDA MyPlate to chopping, peeling, and sautéing. Each program ends with an Iron-Chef style cook-off challenge that allows students to put all of their new knowledge and skills to the test!

Instructors: Local Matters staff Grades: 2-4

Grades: 5-8

June 15–19

July 20–24

12:30-3:30 p.m.

12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165

Fee: $165

Code: #358

Code: #359

Frozen Follow Me Robot Fencing

Fencing developed from the ancient sport of swordplay. In today’s world, fencing is an exciting sport that helps participants develop discipline, balance, coordination, good reflexes, sportsmanship, and selfesteem. Students will learn the basic skills of fencing: footwork, how to hold a weapon, parries, retreats, fencing etiquette, and so much more. Equipment is provided.

Instructors: Isabel Alvarez, coach and owner of Profencing, LLC, and staff Grades: 4-8 Grades: 1-3 June 22–26

Grades: 1-4

June 22–26 July 13–17

9 a.m.-12 p.m. 12-3:30 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180

Fee: $180

Fee: $180

Code: #353

Code: #354

Code: #355

Students will build and take home their very own robot with four built-in microphones that detects the sound source and will move throughout the room based on the directions given. Students will learn how to make the robot move and about the different gears and sensors inside of the robot as we build it. After we finish building the robots, we will use our robots to have fun competitions like Sumo wrestling and obstacle course events.

Instructors: Funtastic Workshops staff Grades: 3-6 June 15-19, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $200

Students will bring the stories of Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and all of Arendelle to life as they learn songs from the stage and screen versions of the “Frozen” stories, and imagine themselves as characters in the action. This class will build beginning acting, dancing, and singing skills for all budding performers. Families will be invited to share some of our favorite scenes and songs on the final day.

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff Grades: 1-3 June 22-26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: #360

Code: #357

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Government

Frozen Fun

“Let It Go” with us as we plunge into Arendelle to explore all things “Frozen!”

We will play games, make fun crafts, learn all about Arendelle, have a tea party, and even have a special visit from Elsa and Anna! This is one adventure you will not want to miss out on.

Instructor: Stacey Haney, owner of The Glass Slipper Grades: 1-3 June 15-19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #361

Future-Preneurs

Budding entrepreneurs will learn how to create their own company and will create and sell handmade products at the salea-thon. This weeklong program will dabble in the world of stocks and current events as they relate to businesses. Students will learn what it takes to make it on their own in the world of entrepreneurship.

Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: 5-8 June 29–July 2, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $280 Code: #362

This three-week course focuses on the United States government and will include an examination of the Constitution, governmental philosophies, federalism, the interplay of the three branches of government, and the civic roles of Americans. The course will cover the historical and philosophical foundations of the Constitution, changes to that Constitution that furthered the ideals of the Declaration of Independence, the power and role of the President, and the legislative process. Students will study these topics through articles and resources representing a broad range of ideologies and disciplines. Students will be able to converse as educated citizens about the structure and principles of our republic and have the tools to involve themselves in the process of governing.

US History is a prerequisite for this course.

Daily attendance is mandatory. Students who complete this course will earn 1/3 History credit (the equivalent of one trimester).

Instructor: Victoria Pang, Wellington Middle School and Upper School social studies teacher Grades: 10-12 July 6–24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $550 Code: #363

Graphic Novels

Bring your favorite graphic novels to life in this unique reader’s theatre program.

Choose your favorite scenes from graphic novels like “Smile,” “El Deafo,” and “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” to act out in class. We will learn the lines and create costumes and scenes to bring the words and pictures to life. Students are welcome to bring their favorite graphic novels to class each day.

Instructor: Angela Barch-Shamell, professional actor and theatre teacher at Columbus Children’s Theatre Grades: 3-6 July 13–17, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #364

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Greek Mythology: The Ancient World Students in this oral presentation program will have the opportunity to explore the stories, talents, and powers of the ancient Greek gods and goddesses. Students will learn all about the many Greek gods and goddesses before they choose one to study and develop an oral presentation about their personality, talents, and challenges. In addition, students will create masks, shields, and other visual aids to enhance their oral performances. Family and friends are invited to meet these spectacular gods and goddesses and to hear their myths on the final day of class.

Instructor: Michelle Cornell, theatre teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher Grades: 5-8 July 27–31, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #365

Guitar

This program will introduce students to the fundamentals of playing guitar, reading tabs, and playing single notes and basic chords. After the basics are introduced, students will learn excerpts from pop songs with the goal of playing these as a group at the end of the week.

Additionally, students will explore and learn how to properly read sheet music, the differences between different types of guitars, and historical developments in music as they relate to the instrument. A guitar is required to actively participate in this program.

Instructor: Alex Schrock, First Choice Music Studio and Noteworthy Music guitar instructor Grades: 5-8 June 22-26, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #366

Courses A-Z Hamilton

Students will be “in the room where it happens”! Come ready to work songs, scenes, dances, and rap battles with other fans of this hip-hop musical. Don’t throw away your shot to have a spot in this class as we explore Broadway’s hit, “Hamilton”!

Columbus Children’s Theatre’s professional teaching artists will assist students in learning songs using sheet music and an accompanist to teach vocal parts that will blend the harmonies just like a Broadway music director. They will also break down choreography to assist even the newest dancers to groove like a pro. Families will be invited to share in our camp’s progress on the last day as students perform some of their favorite numbers from the week.

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff

Wellington Summer Program 2020

Innovative Design Challenge

Students will stretch their imaginations and use critical thinking skills to build mini design challenges using the engineering design process. How many pennies will your straw raft hold? Can you figure out how to “walk” through one piece of paper? How tall will your index card tower be in 15 minutes? How tall can you build a tower out of one piece of paper? Join us to explore these challenges and more.

Instructor: Maria Cellino, Wellington Lower School learning guide Grades: 2-4 June 22–26, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #369

July 13–17, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Grades: 3-5 July 6–10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150

Journey Through Whoville

Fee: $350 Code: #367

Intro to Dance This program is designed to help young children develop their creative interests.

Each day we will explore a theme through a variety of hands-on expressive arts activities. Themes will include the five senses, expressing feelings, family and friendships, and exploring the natural world.

We will read stories, picture books, and nonfiction sources. Students will enjoy games, creative drama, and craft activities to help them explore their creative interests and budding imaginations.

Instructor: Michelle Cornell, theatre teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher

Look around your home and think about what is made from fabric. How was it made? How many different pieces of fabric came together to make your shirt, the cushion on the bench where you sit to tie your shoes, a cinch sack, or pencil case?

Join us as we go all the way back to where the ideas start: fabric, needles, thread, and a plan. Students will learn how to use a sewing machine and other commons tools and how to read a pattern. They will even sew a project or two of their own.

Instructor: Cara Anderson, private sewing instructor

Code: #371

Grades: 5-8

Imagination Celebration

Intro to Sewing

Join us for a week of ballet, tap, jazz, and modern dance. Each day, students will be introduced to a new dance style through daily dance technique classes. Students will collaborate with their classmates to make dances in each movement style. At the end of the week, the students will do a short performance for family members.

Instructor: Chloe Napoletano, dance instructor

This program will bring the classic stories of Dr. Seuss to life and build acting, reading, and poetry skills. Students will explore the worlds of Dr. Seuss favorites such as “The Lorax,” “The Cat in the Hat,” “Horton Hears a Who!” and more. Teaching artists will help students bring these stories to life through acting exercises and character exploration.

Students will share their explorations with families during a performance on the final day of camp.

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff Grades: 1-3 June 8-12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: #372

Grades: 1-3 July 6-10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #370

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten August 3–7, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $155 Code: #368

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Junior Engineering: LEGO & K’NEX

Launch It

Join us as we build our very own theme parks using LEGO, K’NEX, and other awesome materials. Students will learn and test the science behind roller coasters, giant slides, and other theme park activities. Students will enjoy building a giant loop and racing against other teams in friendly competitions, using LEGOs to make a zip line glider, and making a video of their creations in action.

Instructors: Drobots Company staff

Ready, set, launch! Are you ready to create and test your own catapult?

Students will work with a variety of materials to discover ways that force works and how things move. We will investigate how to make a catapult and then use it to test objects of different sizes and weights. We will put the catapult creations to the ultimate test in a friendly catapult launch competition.

Instructor: Lisa Veon, Glen Oak Elementary teacher

Learn. Code. Build.

Grades: 1-3

Grades: 1-3

July 6–10, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

July 13-17, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Do you love all elements related to games, computers, and the web? This is the program for you! Students will learn how to build open-ended projects during this coding program. First, we will learn about programming terms, wire framing, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript basics. During the latter part of the program, students’ knowledge is put to the test as they each build their own project. Plus, students will receive follow-up instructions so they can continue learning and improving their website and apps at home. Students will also learn how to program robots and more.

Instructors: Codemoji staff

Fee: $375

Fee: $150

Grades: 6-8

Code: #373

Code: #375

June 22–26, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $350 Code: #380

Learn to Sail

Junior Scientists

Calling all inquisitive minds! Students will learn about—and participate in—the scientific process as we conduct a variety of experiments in this hands-on, fun-filled program. We will explore basic principles of physics, chemistry, and biology, and also read about some very important scientists from the past and present.

Instructor: Jennifer Leonard, Wellington Lower School learning guide Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten July 27-31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $155 Code: #374

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Hoover Sailing Club has offered sailing instruction for Central Ohio youth for nearly 50 years. Students will experience the joy of skippering their own boat from our fleet during their very first lesson.

Our experienced US Sailing Certified staff will teach basic safety and boat skills. Students will learn to sail up-wind, down-wind, tack, jibe, and recover from a capsized boat. The picturesque Hoover Sailing Club property and remodeled facilities will provide students with an unforgettable week. Students are required to pack a peanut- and tree nut-free lunch and bring their own USCG-approved life jacket. Please note that sailing is a physical activity, and occasional bumps and bruises can occur. Please advise the Summer Program office if there are any issues of which we might be unaware.

Instructors: Hoover Sailing Club staff Grades: 2-4 June 8–12 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #376

Grades: 5-8 June 8-12 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #377

Grades: 2-4 July 20-24 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #378

Grades: 5-8 July 20–24 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #379

Little Medical School®: Is There a Doctor in the House?

Little Medical School® offers students the opportunity to learn about medicine, science, and the importance of health in an entertaining, exciting, and fun way. This program encourages students to do this as they explore the exciting and inspiring world of medicine. Using interactive demonstrations, crafts, and games, students learn how the body and organs work, how to use their own stethoscope and other instruments that real doctors use, and even tie knots like a real surgeon.

Students will learn all about and make models of the spine, brain, bones, eye, and much more. At the end of the week, each student will graduate with a diploma from the Little Medical School®.

Instructors: Little Medical School staff Grades: 1-4 July 13–17, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $395 Code: #381

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Magical Science

Students will discover the magic of science in this hands-on program as we explore our favorite magical characters and creatures. We will create and watch some amazing chemical reactions, including fantastic potions to drink and enjoy. Other magical science activities will include making an edible wand, making cool crystals, experimenting with colored magic sand, and viewing a mysterious glowing ball. Come join us where the magic of science, art, and literature meet.

Instructors: Funtastic Workshops staff Grades: 1-4 June 22-26, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $200 Code: #382

Martial Arts

Makerspace Creativity

Explore how design, creativity, art, and technology are coming together by learning to use tools in the Makerspace.

Students will learn how to use software to control the vinyl cutter and laser cutter in the maker space. Students will discover that what they can create is limited only by their imagination! After a few projects are completed as a group, students will finish the week by creating new projects based on their own ideas and designs.

Instructor: Matthew Webber, Wellington Middle School teacher Grades: 6-8 June 15–19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #384

Magnificent Monsters

If you enjoy giants and ogres, many headed trolls and one eyed purple people eaters, you will love this program! In this expressive arts camp, we will explore the tales and myths that celebrate these cantankerous creatures and their unusual ways. Students will play games and explore drama activities designed to help them walk, talk and act like foot stomping, growling monsters of all kinds. We will also use arts and crafts to bring our visions of these strange beings to life! Come sharpen your teeth and claws and join us for a week of monster mayhem!

Instructor: Michelle Cornell, theatre teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher

Makerspace in the Classroom

This program will invite students to imagine and design using a variety of interesting materials to tinker, build, construct, and create. Students will also visit Wellington’s full classroom Makerspace for inspiration.

The possibilities of what we might create are endless!

Instructor: Vicki Jacobs, Wellington Lower School teacher

Students will be introduced to basic martial arts skills from the arts of Karate, Judo, Aikido, and Kobudo (weapons training). Through these arts, students will learn kicking, blocking and punching, and self-defense escapes, and improve their balance, agility, strength, and body awareness. We will also explore how martial arts training can improve daily life by following the basic principles in martial arts: honor, integrality, and self-control.

Instructor: Rodger Pyle, owner of USA Seibukan Martial Arts Training Center Grades: 1-3

Grades: 4-8

Grades: 1-3

June 8–12

June 22–26

July 27–31

12:30-3:30 p.m. 12:30-3:30 p.m. 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $180

Fee: $180

Fee: $180

Code: #386

Code: #387

Code: #388

Math Fun

Students will learn strategies to help build and strengthen elementary math concepts in this weeklong program. Math board games will give students a deep intuitive sense of important math skills including number sense, shapes, size, arithmetic, logic, and much more. Our new full-day format will allow us to take a deeper dive into this program.

Instructor: Yolanda Johnson, Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: 1-3 June 8–12, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $300 Code: #389

Math Venture

Grades: 1-3

Students will be challenged as they compete individually and in groups to apply their mathematic skills. Students will explore a variety of topics throughout the week including PEMDAS, decimals, fractions, 3D shapes, metric system, and so much more.

Join us as we learn and apply our new math skills in a fun, friendly competition.

Instructors: A Grade Ahead teachers

July 27–31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Grades: 3-5

Fee: $150

July 27–31, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Code: #383

Fee: $160

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten June 29–July 2, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $124 Code: #385

Code: #390

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Courses A-Z Math Venture Jr.

Help Matt the Magician become a mathematician! Students will apply their math skills, along with learning some new ones, to assist Matt as he journeys around Math Island. But, alas, no journey is complete without obstacles. These obstacles will require students to apply their learning in fractions, time, money, graphs, measurement, and so much more.

Instructors: A Grade Ahead teachers

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My Doll, Tea, & Me

July 20–24, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Bring your favorite doll each day to this fun and interactive camp! Students will have the opportunity to share their favorite doll and include the doll in daily activities and games. We will feature a doll each day and talk about their story and historical significance. We will also have fun creating student- and doll-sized goodies. At the end of the week, students and their dolls will enjoy a tea party where they will set their own tea table and practice proper etiquette.

Instructor: Stacey Haney, owner of The Glass Slipper

Fee: $325

Grades: 1-4

Code: #391

June 15–19, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Grades: 1-3

Mini Meteorologists

Join us as we research and learn more about all elements of weather and the indicators of weather change. Students will create tornadoes in a bottle, rain clouds, and lightning in a jar. We will conduct experiments around hurricanes and wind storms. Students will end the week as mini meteorologists!

Instructor: Jennifer Landon, Wellington Lower School teacher

Out of this World

Blast off to a galaxy far, far away to learn about Earth and the amazing solar system.

Students will discover all things galactic such as comets, planets, shooting stars, rockets and more. Students will also learn about flight, the adventures of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch.

Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: 1-3 July 20–24, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #396

Fee: $150 Code: #394

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten July 13–17, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $155

Olympic Sports

Come join us for a silly, not scary, week of all things monsters. We will create our own monsters, dance the Monster Mash, and make a tasty Monster Munch. Our fun-filled monster week will include a variety of books, games, songs, and crafts, and will conclude with a scavenger hunt for Wellington’s very own Welli-monster!

Instructor: Danielle Gibbs, Wellington lower school counselor

Have you ever wanted to experience what it would be like to be an Olympian?

This program will introduce students to a variety of Olympic sports. Throughout the week, students will gain both knowledge and skills used to play each sport as we actively participate in the Olympic Games.

Students will put their skills to the test on the final day when they use the knowledge and skills they learned throughout the week to go head-to-head in an Olympic competition. Let the games begin!

Instructor: Daniel Magas, Wellington Middle School Teacher

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Grades: 4-6

July 6–10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

July 6-10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $155

Fee: $150

Code: #393

Code: #395

Code: #392

Monster Mash

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Pete the Cat

Each day we will read a different Pete the Cat book to guide our craft-making and enhance our experience. We will create the scenes, costumes, props, and songs Pete uses on his adventures. Activities may include becoming an animal on Pete’s farm, creating Pete’s magical sunglasses, and riding his school bus.

Instructor: Angela Barch-Shamell, professional actor and theatre teacher at Columbus Children’s Theatre Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten July 13–17, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $155 Code: #397

Courses A-Z Petite Picassos

Dive into literature that inspires the exploration of many aspects of art. Students will read books by Peter Reynolds, who uses stories to prove that anyone can be an artist and that art is not perfect. Students will also be inspired by Antoinette Portis’ books “Not a Box” and “Not a Stick.” Even the most reluctant artist will leave feeling confident that they truly are a petite Picasso!

Instructor: Jennifer Landon, Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

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Physical Education Credit

Students will participate in a wide variety of rigorous team and lifetime sports as well as physical fitness during this three-week program. Hard work, fair competition, cooperation, sportsmanship, fitness, and enjoyment of physical activity are emphasized. Daily attendance is mandatory. Students who complete this course will earn 1/3 Physical Education credit (the equivalent of one trimester).

Instructor: Paul Demchak, Reynoldsburg physical education teacher

July 6–10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Grades: 9-12

Fee: $155

June 8–26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Code: #398

Fee: $450 Code: #400

Photography

Process Art Exploration

Let’s get our hands messy! Join us as we explore art materials such as paint, clay, oil pastels, loose parts, and more to create dynamic works of art. The focus of this class will be on the authentic process of making art, not necessarily the end product.

Instructor: Rebecca Shrader, Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

This course explores photography as a visual art medium in the 21st century.

Students will examine digital photographs as a means of personal expression, documentation, and story-telling. Topics covered will include aperture and shutter settings, composition, depth of field, motion control, alternative camera angles, lighting, and genres of photography.

Students receive basic instruction, watch demonstrations of techniques, and see samples of the desired outcomes. In addition to taking photos, students will also spend time editing and manipulating images in Adobe Photoshop. Students are expected to maintain and post their photography work to a simple website we create in class. Daily attendance is mandatory. Students who complete this course will earn 1/3 Visual Arts credit (the equivalent of one trimester).

Instructor: Shannon Smith, Wellington Upper School visual arts teacher

Pokémon GO: Augmented Reality

In this cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) camp, students will explore and engage with new age technology to learn, to build, and to develop. Students will learn about the design and programming behind modern digital assistant software like Alexa, Siri, and Cortana. Students will also learn to build a video game enemy brain like the Goombas in Super Mario, Creepers in Minecraft, or Slimes in Terraria.

Students can even try to build their own artificial intelligence that will attempt to balance a ball or learn to avoid colliding into obstacles. Students will bring home their digital portfolio at the end of the week and continue to work on their AI creation.

Over the course of the camp, students will interact with image recognition software and Unity’s AR Kit. No prior experience is required. All technology is provided.

Instructors: Drobots Company staff

Fee: $155

Grades: 10-12

Grades: 3-5

Fee: $160

July 6–24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

June 22–26, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Code: #403

Fee: $550

Fee: $375

Code: #399

Code: #401

June 22–26, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Code: #402

Recipes for Math

Math is everywhere in our daily lives, especially when we cook! Students will have fun in the kitchen as they explore fractions, measurements, and proportions through the culinary arts. Each day includes a math lesson and a cooking session that is wonderfully delicious.

Students will learn the tools and methods used for measuring ingredients and how to adjust recipe sizes. It will be a tasty lesson in various math concepts.

Instructor: Alisha Sleeper, Watkins Middle School math and science teacher Grades: 3-5 June 8-12, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

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Roblox 3D Game Development

In this exciting camp for beginners, students will learn the Roblox Studio game creation engine, the Lua scripting language, and build exciting professional grade games including Obbies, Racing games, and Dodgeball games. Students will master important coding concepts such as conditionals, loops, and functions as they learn a powerful scripting language used by pro developers around the world.

Throughout the week, students will use the Roblox Studio editor and Lua to build their very own Adventure Map. Each day will present a new challenge and a key concept, such as conditionals and variables. The ultimate goal of this program is to ensure students are having fun while learning new concepts to progress their learning and confidence in coding.

Instructors: Drobots Company staff Grades: 3-5 July 6–10, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #404

Robotics Adventure: Race to the End

Robotics can be fun and educational!

This program will introduce students to the fundamentals of robot building through hands-on participation. Over the course of the week, students will learn the components of programming and the rules of robotic motion and then they will build robots and map their routes.

Students will enhance their teamwork and cooperation skills throughout the week as they work in groups. Students’ work will be put to test with a final race to see which robots can follow their path the best and reach the finish line first.

Instructors: A Grade Ahead teachers Grades: 4-6

Grades: 4-6

July 6–10

July 27–31

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160

Fee: $160

Code: #405

Code: #406

Scientist in Training

Take a dash of engineering and a sprinkle of Earth science, toss it together with some fun and games, and you have a fun-filled week for future scientists. Students will explore the different worlds of science through take-home creations. Join us for this exciting journey into the world of science.

Instructor: Little Scholars staff

ROXstars

In this minicamp led by a licensed counselor and experienced ROX facilitator, middle school girls will discover what it means to be a smart, strong, safe, and confident girl. In this all-girl workshop, students will learn how to be the girl who stands up for herself, shuts down the drama, and acts like a leader. Through interactive, engaging, and fun activities, girls will have the opportunity to discuss the big issues going on in their lives and will develop skills to navigate challenges and find success. Topics covered will include team building, confidence and self-esteem, assertive communication, social media, healthy friendships and relationships, girl bullying and relational aggression, body image issues, and verbal and physical self-defense.

Instructor: Licensed ROX facilitator

June 8–12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #409

Grades: 6-8 June 22–26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #407

Science Fair Fun

This program will build on the foundational components of the traditional school science fair as we conduct fun experiments. This program will set students up for a rewarding and successful science fair experience.

Students will learn the vocabulary, requirements, and critical thinking necessary to be successful in the competitive science fair environment.

Instructor: Cindy Tishue, Middle School teacher at Metro Early College Middle and High School Grades: 5-8 July 27–31, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #408

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Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Shakespeare ALIVE

Join us in this program as we discover the hilarity and magic of Shakespeare!

We will produce fully realized scenes from some of the Bard’s finest works. Columbus Children’s Theatre’s professional teaching artists will assist students in bringing Shakespeare to life in the theatre. Families will be invited to share in our camp’s progress on the last day as students perform some of their favorite numbers from the week.

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff Grades: 5-8 July 20-24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: #410

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STEM Avengers with LEGO

Stress Busters

Explore all the caped crusaders and discover their super powers in this actionpacked LEGO camp. Students will create a fantasy world and protect it against all the evil arch enemies with custom contraptions made with LEGO bricks.

Students will also build the SHIELD Jet, custom secret lairs, and speedy flying contraptions. Avengers fans will love this camp as they work in teams to defeat Loki!

Instructors: Drobots Company staff Grades: 1-3 July 27–31, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #411

StemQuest: Fortnite Battle Squads

StemQuest Fortnite extracts the thrills from the video screen and delivers the gaming experience directly into a live setting. Fortnite has opened up a whole new world of fun, but now it is time to bring that excitement into the physical world of STEM. The Fortnite Island presents students with a variety of head-to-head challenges where they will learn to use sophisticated rolling bots, mini foam ball launchers, and jumping drones to simulate the video game battles. Each squad is comprised of a team of students who work together to establish and defend their base against the other squads, but beware of the shrinking storm, the Volcano, and Viking Village. The ultimate goal is to earn points, gather resources, and explore new maps and terrains. Students will code their rolling bot to land on a portal and teleport around the block strategically to catch rival squads off guard and establish alliances in order to bring the Counselor, Giant Mech, to its knees.

Instructors: Drobots Company staff

Storybook Theatre

Through the use of age appropriate stories both old and new, we will learn about theatre. Each day, students will read a story and create a prop or background, then act it out, developing strong, articulate voices, flexible bodies, and imaginations along the way!

Instructor: Angela Barch-Shamell, professional actor and theatre teacher at Columbus Children’s Theatre

Everyone feels anxious sometimes, whether at school, home, or while spending time with friends. So how do we get through these anxious feelings? In this program, students will learn what anxiety is, what can trigger it, what it feels like, and ways to overcome it. Research shows that untreated children with anxiety disorders are at higher risk to perform poorly in school and miss out on important social experiences. Students will learn and practice coping strategies using methods such as art, games, music, and activities to overcome anxiety in fun and creative ways.

This program is great for any student in this age group and will help prepare students for the stressors of life.

Instructor: Emily Laabs, Wellington Middle School counselor Grades: 5-8 July 13-17, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #415

Grades: 2-4 July 20–24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #413

Street Magic

Students will have fun learning how to become an amazing magician, performer, and presenter. Beyond providing entertainment value, magic helps improve digital dexterity, coordination, visual perception, spatial relationships, critical thinking, creativity, public speaking skills, self-confidence, and imagination.

Students will learn to perform street magic like David Blaine and Chris Angel.

Instructor: Carroll Baker, Central Ohio’s busiest magician

Super Sleuths

Get out your magnifying glasses and detective hat as we decipher clues and solve crimes. We will put our critical thinking skills and STEM knowledge to the test and get to the bottom of mysteries by learning tricks real investigators use to solve cases.

While experimenting with simple detection techniques, students will build their reasoning and problem-solving skills.

Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: 3-6 July 13–17, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165 Code: #416

Grades: 5-8

Grades: 3-5

July 27–31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

August 3–7, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $165

Fee: $375

Code: #414

Code: #412

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Travel to Japan

Take Apart Club

Do you ever wonder what is inside the machines that make our life run so smoothly? Students are invited to bring their screwdrivers and goggles as we discover what simple machines lay within the more complex machines of our world. In this class, we will study simple machines and take apart household items such as keyboards, printers, coffee makers, DVD players, and more.

Instructor: Jennifer Wenzke, former head of youth and family programming at the Rochester Museum and Science Center Grades: 5-8 June 8–12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #417

Transportation: Air, Land, or Sea

Have you ever flown in an airplane or sailed on a boat? This week we will explore many forms of transportation on land, in the sea, and in the air. Students will learn about transportation through imaginative play, art, and constructing ramps and bridges, along with sensory exploration and other fun learning activities.

Instructor: Jessica Hawkins, Wellington Lower School learning guide Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten July 20–24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $155 Code: #418

Take a trip to Japan! On this weeklong tour, students will discover some popular Japanese sites, learn to use chopsticks, create origami, and count to ten in Japanese. Students will sample Japanese culture through crafts, music, movies, food, and more. Come learn basic Japanese vocabulary words while exploring different aspects of Japanese culture.

Instructor: Maria Cellino, Wellington Lower School learning guide

Fee: $150

For thousands of years, people have shared fantastic tales of kingdoms under the sea. These fairy stories tell of beautiful mermaids and handsome mermen, seals that can transform into humans, and enormous sea serpents and octopi.

Students will use a variety of sources to consider how these characters live under water and their attitudes toward human beings. Students will work in groups to enact events from fairy tale sources and create art work that recreates these creatures and life under the sea.

Instructor: Michelle Cornell, theatre teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher

Code: #419

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Grades: 1-4 June 15–19, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

July 20–24, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Ultimate Drone Obstacle Challenge

This action-packed program is specifically designed for both the novice and experienced drone enthusiasts. Full of excitement, teamwork, learning, and fun, students will enjoy one of the world’s fastest growing sports, drone obstacle course racing. Throughout the week, students will learn about the basic safety of drone flying and the history behind drone racing as a sport. As the week progresses, students will advance through various skill challenges, learning how to perform assorted exercises and maneuvers to become familiar with the drone’s speed and agility. Students will use iPads and remote controls to pitch, yaw, and roll their drones through daring obstacle courses.

Students will utilize their creative minds to help design the obstacle layout and then build the obstacle course in preparation for the camp’s final activity and competition.

Instructors: Drobots Company staff Grades: 3-5 July 27–31, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: #420

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Under the Sea

Fee: $155 Code: #421

Upcycling

Did you know the sheets on your bed and the tote bag you take to the library could be made out of the same fabric?

Or that one of your grandpa’s shirts can be turned into a pillow? We all know that reusing items around our homes is good for our environment. With a few changes, ordinary items can turn into something entirely different! Please bring in any freshly cleaned items from home made out of fabric and by learning a few basic sewing skills, we will turn them into something new and useful.

Instructor: Cara Anderson, private sewing instructor Grades: 4-8 July 13-17, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #422

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Wilson Tennis Camp

Welcome to Hogwarts

Calling all actors and Harry Potter fans!

Prepare to take part in a high stakes adventure set in the world-famous school of magic! In this theatre arts program, students will learn to stage and rehearse a drama as a creative team. They will take turns playing the main characters as they try to match wits with the forces of evil in an original play based on the Harry Potter novels. They will also make wands, learn to fly on broom sticks, and cast their own magic spells. On the final day, students will share our in-class presentation with family and friends. Come explore the limits of your imaginations in the mysterious Hogwarts castle!

Instructor: Michelle Cornell, theatre teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher

The long-running and popular Wellington tennis camp is partnering with Wilson Tennis, the number one brand in tennis, to form the Wilson Tennis Camp. The camp is a great offering for young players to learn the game. The camp offers top-flight instruction emphasizing tennis fundamentals and swing technique as well as drills and tennis games to ensure a good mixture of learning and fun. Players are grouped by age and ability and each level works at a pace commensurate with their needs. Players should bring a racket, sunscreen, and filled water bottle for a great week of fun and tennis. Wilson Tennis will provide T-shirts and prizes for all players.

Instructors: David Schilling, assistant men’s tennis coach at The Ohio State University, and Jamie Scott, head women’s tennis coach at Denison University Grades: 1-8 July 27–31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: #424

Grades: 4-6 June 8–12, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 Code: #423

World Explorers

What is it like for a child to live in Singapore, Bangladesh, Sweden, Uganda, or Guatemala?

Join us as we board a plane, train, and automobile to explore countries and cultures around the globe! We will read literature, taste foods, and try on traditional clothing from several places on our planet.

Instructor: Jennifer Leonard, Wellington Lower School learning guide

Youth Tennis

Tennis is a lifetime sport that can teach young athletes mental toughness and hand-eye coordination, and build their confidence. This camp is designed for the beginner to intermediate player and will teach the fundamentals of the game, court movement, proper grips, and stroke development. We will also emphasize the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, positive environment. Players should bring a racket, filled water bottles, and sunscreen for a day of fun and learning.

Instructors: Rebecca Hinze, Former Wellington head girls varsity tennis coach, staff, and student-athletes Grades: 1-4 June 8–12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: #426

Youth Tennis

Tennis is a lifetime sport that can teach young athletes mental toughness and hand-eye coordination, and build their confidence. This camp is designed for the beginner to intermediate player and will teach the fundamentals of the game, court movement, proper grips, and stroke development. We will also emphasize the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, positive environment. Players should bring a racket, filled water bottles, and sunscreen for a day of fun and learning.

Instructors: Erin Ortman, Wellington head boys and girls middle school tennis coach, staff, and student-athletes Grades: 1-4 July 20–24, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: #427

Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten June 15–19, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $155

Code: #425

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SUMMER Program 2020

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The Wellington School 3650 Reed Road Columbus, Ohio 43220 Summer office phone: 614-324-8882 email: summer@wellington.org Register online: wellington.org/summer