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SUMMER Program 2022

June 13 – August 5 Academics | Athletics | Early Childhood | High School | Performance & Fine Arts | STEM

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Wellington Summer Program 2022

SUMMER Program 2022

June 13 – August 5, 2022 Brian Pacifico, Director of Summer Programs Becca Kelly, Assistant Director of Summer Programs Contact Information 3650 Reed Road Columbus, OH 43220 Summer Office Phone: 614-324-8882 Email: summer@wellington.org 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 2022.

Summer Program Dates Week 1: June 13 - 17 Week 2: June 21 - 24 (4 days) Week 3: June 27 - July 1 Week 4: July 5 - 8 (4 days) Week 5: July 11 - 15

Camp Hours Full-Day Program: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Half-Day Only Programs: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (morning) and 1-4 p.m. (afternoon)

Week 6: July 18 - 22 Week 7: July 25 - 29 Week 8: August 1 - 5

Extended Day Hours After Care: 4:15-6 p.m.

Register Online wellington.org/summer

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Quick Look Course descriptions and dates are available on the following pages.

Early Childhood (Ages 4- 6) Page 7 Grades 1-2 Page 11 Grades 3-5 Page 16 Grades 6-8 Page 23 Grades 9-12 Page 27 Athletic Camps Page 31

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FAQ When do programs take place?

The Wellington Summer Program takes place across eight weeks – from the week of June 13 to the Week of August 1. Some programs are full-day (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) while others are offered only in the morning (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) or afternoon (1-4 p.m.).

All programs are available “a la carte,” so use this Program Guide to determine which fit your family’s schedule and interests!

Who can participate in the Wellington Summer Program?

Programs offered to students in Grades 1 and above are open to all regardless of Wellington School enrollment, but students not currently enrolled at Wellington must submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination during the registration process. Registration for nonWellington students is not considered complete or confirmed until proof of vaccination has been submitted (with instructions provided during registration).

For 2022, programs for Early Childhood learners (Little Jags through Kindergarten) are available exclusively to families currently enrolled at Wellington.

When does registration open?

Registration begins on February 1 at 9 a.m. and remains open all summer! The Wellington Summer Program is popular, so be sure to register as early as you can, as classes tend to fill quickly.

How does registration work?

Registration for the Wellington Summer Program is only available online. Visit www.wellington.org/summer to access the reservation system! (Note that families who have participated in the Summer Program in the past will have already created a username and password, while new users will need to click “Create an Account.”) Select the programs that fit your family’s schedule and interests, then complete program registration.

What if a class is full?

We have set limits on the number of students who can attend any given program to keep the quality of programming high, to meet the needs of presenters, and to maintain the safety of students, staff, and families during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

If a class is full, you can join its waiting list with no deposit or fee required. If a space opens, you will be notified and given 24 hours to complete registration before the opening is passed to the next person on the waiting list.

How do drop-off and pick-up work?

FULL-DAY 8:30 – Drop off begins 9-12 – Class 12-12:30 – Lunch† 12:30-1 – Brain Break 1-4 – Class 4-4:15 – Pick-up 4:15-6 – Aftercare†

HALF-DAY (MORNING) 8:30 – Drop off begins 9-12 – Class 12-12:15 – Pick-up HALF-DAY (AFTERNOON) 12:45 – Drop off begins 1-4 – Class 4-4:15 – Pick-up 4:15-6 – Aftercare†

†Are lunch or aftercare offered?

Yes! Both lunch and aftercare are available for a flat rate per week, so as you register for programs for a given week, be sure to also register for that week’s lunch or aftercare option in our reservation system.

Note that lunch is only available for students in full-day programs (or attending a combination of morning and afternoon half-day programs) and aftercare (4:15-6 p.m.) is available only to students registered in full-day or afternoon half-day programs.

Can I make changes or cancel after I’ve registered?

We understand that summer plans can change! As Wellington has made firm financial commitments to our presenters and purchased program supplies, any cancellation prior to May 27, 2022 will be refunded minus a $50, non-refundable cancellation fee per class.

The grade levels for each program are based on students’ “rising” grade, so select from classes based on the grade your student is entering into in the 2022 - 2023 school year.

Cancellations after May 27 are fully non-refundable unless a program is canceled or directly affected by COVID-19. (Of course, COVID-19 requires a community commitment and flexibility, so please communicate with our Summer Programs team in accordance with Wellington’s COVID-19 policies.)

How does payment work?

What if my child needs medication during the day?

Full payment – via credit card, cash, or personal check – is required at the time of registration.

An Administration of Medication form can be found at wellington. org/summer. Note that parents and caregivers and a doctor must complete, sign, and submit the form before our Summer Program staff can dispense medication. Medication must be sent according to the instructions found on that form.

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Schedule

Daily Camp Schedule Full-Day Program: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Lunch: 12-12:30 p.m.

Half-Day Only Programs: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (morning) 1-4 p.m. (afternoon)

Extended Day Hours After Care: 4:15-6 p.m.

WEEK 1: JUNE 13-17

WEEK 2: JUNE 21-24

WEEK 3: JUNE 27-JULY 1

WEEK 4: JULY 5-8

FULL DAY

FULL DAY

FULL DAY

FULL DAY

Cooking with Critters (PreK-K) and Ocean Motion (PreK-K) Chess Camp (K-2) MathVenture Jr (1-2) Secret Yoga Ninja Camp (1-2) Cooking and Crafting Around the World (3-5) Game On! (3-5) Travel to Japan (3-5) Street Magic (6-8) Art Portfolio Workshop (9-12)

Learning About Other Cultures Through Art (PreK-K) LEGO KNEX Theme Park (K-2) Life in Bikini Bottom (1-2) EZ Magic (3-5) Math Fun (3-5) Ultimate Drone Obstacle Course (3-5) Discover People, Places and Things Through Art (6-9)

Step Into Science (PreK-K) LEGO Stem Avengers (K-2) Becoming an Author (3-5) MathVenture (3-5) StemQuest: Fortnite Battle Squads (3-5) Camp Architecture and Design (6-8)

The Picture Book Parade (PreK-K) LEGO Ninjaneering (K-2) Play in a Week! (3-5) Emerging Artist (3-5) Drone Escape & Rescue (3-5)

HALF DAY

HALF DAY

HALF DAY

HALF DAY

Camp Build-It (3-5) Discovering Dance (3-5) Creative Writing (6-8) Physical Education (9-12) Fiction Writing (10-12)

Boys Basketball Camp (K-3) ¡Exploremos! (1-2) Launch It! (1-2) Girls Basketball Camp (1-5) Creative Cricut for Beginners (3-5) Origami: The Art of Paper Folding (3-5) You & Your Zen (9-10) Fiction Writing (10-12)

Jr. Coding (1-2) Broadway Showstoppers (3-5) Boys Basketball Camp (4-7) Learn. Code. Build. (6-8) The APONY Leadership Program with Horses (6-9)

Book Lovers (1-2) Step into Science (1-2) Coed Soccer (1-6) Introduction to Urban Planning (6-12)

WEEK 5: JULY 11-15 WEEK 6: JULY 18-22 WEEK 7: JULY 25-29 WEEK 8: AUGUST 1-5

FULL DAY

FULL DAY

FULL DAY

FULL DAY

Secret Yoga Ninja Camp (PreK-K) and Construction Zone (PreK-K) Under The Sea! (PreK-K) LEGO JEDI Engineering (K-2) StoryBook Theatre (1-2) Code It (3-5) StemQuest: Star Wars – Empire vs. Rebellion (3-5) Learn to Sail (3-5) Chess Camp (3-5) Triple Threat (3-5)

Cooking through Literature (PreK-K) Pete the Cat (PreK-K) Gru’s Robotic Minion Mania (K-2) Unicorns, Dragons and Fairies, Oh My! (1-2) Art in Nature (3-5) Chess Camp (3-5) StemQuest: Robot X Games (3-5) Hamilton (6-8)

Petite Picassos (PreK-K) and Around the World (PreK-K) Scientific Make and Take (1-2) A Hogwarts Adventure: Explore the Sorcerer’s Stone! (3-5) Learn to Sail (6-8)

Astounding Astronomy (PreK-K) Chess Camp (K-2) Around the World (1-2) Lego Master Building Challenge (1-5) Eco-Explorers (3-5) Clay Explorers (3-5)

HALF DAY

HALF DAY

HALF DAY

HALF DAY

Fashion Illustration (6-8) Crochet for Beginners (6-12) Photography (9-12) ACT Prep (10-12) Government (11-12)

Cheer Camp (1-4) You & Your Zen (6-8)

Dress Up Trunk Theatre (1-5) Wilson Tennis Camp (1-5) Autour du monde en francais - Tour the French speaking world (1-5) Art of Problem Solving (4-6)

Cheer Camp (5-8)

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Early Childhood WEEK 1 – JUNE 13 - 17 Chess Camp

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 as they participate in demonstration board activities, puzzle-solving strategies, and endgame drills to become more familiar with common techniques – all part of a week-long camp tournament!

Instructor: Kyle Jones – United States Chess Federation candidate master Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 107

FULL DAY COMBO Ocean Motion

Bring your beach towel and “dive” in as we bring the beach to Wellington for a funfilled week of ocean songs, books, animals, and games. Students will dine on starfish cookies, wiggle in ocean animal yoga, and surf through water-themed games. Join us for a “fin”-tastic week!

Instructor: Danielle Gibbs – Wellington School Counselor

Cooking With Critters

Come read with us as we spend the week exploring acclaimed #1 New York Times Best Selling author Laura Numeroff! Books such as “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” and “If You Give a Dog a Donut” are just a few of the popular titles we’ll explore. Each day, we’ll read a book, then bake and sample treats from each. Students will also write and illustrate their own cause-and-effect books to keep!

Instructor: Katie Ehlers – Wellington learning guide

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WEEK 2 – JUNE 21 - 24 (4 DAYS) Boys Basketball Camp Players will cycle daily through drills led by current Wellington coaches and high school players emphasizing the fundamentals of basketball: defense, ball handling, 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: K-3 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 201

Learning About Other Cultures Through Art

Grab your passports! Pack your suitcases!

We are going to take a trip around the world and learn about other cultures by studying their artworks! Students will be trying out new art techniques and building their creativity while making something beautiful. Students will bring home a portfolio of their work at the end of the week – many you’ll want to use as artwork for your own home!

Instructor: Rebecca Shrader – Wellington Early Childhood teacher Grades: PreK-K Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $264 Code: 206

LEGO® KNEX Theme Park

Join us as we build our very own theme parks using LEGO®, K’NEX, and other awesome materials. Theme Park Design allows campers to learn and test the science behind roller coasters, giant slides, and other theme park activities. Build a giant loop and race against other teams in friendly competitions, use legos to make a zip line glider, and then make a video from the riders’ perspective as you crash through your concession stand sending LEGOS everywhere!

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $320 Code: 203

WEEK 3 – JUNE 27 - JULY 1 LEGO® Stem Avengers

Explore all the caped crusaders and discover their superpowers in this actionpacked LEGO® camp. Create a fantasy world and protect it against all the evil archenemies with custom contraptions made with LEGO® bricks. Campers will 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 staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 303

Grades: PreK-K Time: Ocean Motion 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Cooking With Critters 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 110

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Early Childhood Step Into Science

Spend the week stepping into the shoes of scientists! In this hands-on “science sampler,” we’ll experiment with a new topic each day. From force and motion to engineering, the human body to weather, it’s a week of learning about the world around us and how to think, see, and question like a scientist!

Instructor: Quincey Chambers – Wellington learning guide and former COSI early childhood specialist Grades: PreK-K Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 305

WEEK 4 – JULY 5 - 8 (4-DAYS) LEGO® Ninjaneering

Enter the world of Ninjago and become an apprentice Ninjaneer! Engineering and Ninjanuity are the focus of this full-day themed camp for LEGO® fanatics. Learn to build Trains, Helicopters, Treehouses, and Beam Bridges before moving on to Skull Trucks, Dragons, and Spijitzu Spinners from Ninjago City!

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $320 Code: 403

The Picture Book Parade

Come listen to a great tale told through words and wonderful illustrations! Young children will enjoy a wide range of picture books connected to themes such as the alphabet, friendship, make believe, and exploring the world. They use will use language arts, crafts, and movement activities to explore the content of each book. The students will also practice letter and sound awareness, broaden their vocabularies, and discover how pictures and words help us to understand the content of a story!

Instructor: Michelle Cornell – Theater teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher Grades: PreK-K Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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WEEK 5 – JULY 11 - 15 FULL DAY COMBO Construction Zone

Students will use their creativity and engineering skills to plan, design, and build with a wide range of materials. We will use LEGOS, cardboard boxes, loose parts, and blocks to build small to very large. What would your dream house look and include?

How can you build the tallest building?

Can you design the sturdiest and longest bridge?

Instructor: Jennifer Landon – Wellington Lower School teacher

Secret Yoga Ninja Camp

In this summer camp session, the students will stretch, strengthen, and energize their bodies and minds! We will be practicing mindfulness, yoga movements, relaxation, creative arts, storytelling, and journaling!

The students will explore character education and values such as confidence, gratitude, healthy living, and respect.

Instructor: Ellen Rhomberg – Wellington Early Childhood teacher and certified yoga instructor

Under The Sea!

Come explore the world under the waves!

This camp is designed to introduce young students to ocean wildlife and the myths and legends of the sea. Our days will be filled with hands-on activities as we explore these topics through children’s books, crafts, movement, and storytelling activities. We will learn about wondrous sea creatures, special environments as well as pirates, mermaids! Be prepared for a fantastic journey that combines ocean facts with intriguing fiction.

Instructor: Michelle Cornell – Theater teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher Grades: PreK-K Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 509

Grades: PreK-K Time: Construction Zone 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Secret Yoga Ninja Camp 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 511

LEGO® JEDI Engineering

Prepare for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun!

Build projects inspired by cool machines close to home such as Cities, Garbage Trucks, and Catamarans. Then build X-Wings, Energy Catapults, and Defense Turrets from a galaxy far, far away! Learn about BOTH kinds of The Force in this fullday themed engineering camp for LEGO® fanatics!

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 503

WEEK 6 – JULY 18 - 22 Cooking Through Literature

Does your child like to cook? Cooking Through Literature is an opportunity for your child to explore the wonders of literature by creating kid-friendly recipes based on the daily read aloud. Each day, your little chef will create yummy recipes that they can then recreate for your family at home.

Instructor: Kathy Yant – Wellington Early Childhood teacher Grades: PreK-K Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 610

Early Childhood Gru’s Robotic Minion Mania

Once upon a time, Gru was a kid just like you! This summer will be perfect for campers to use the latest STEM-approved robots and LEGOS to help Gru in his quest to become the greatest supervillain of all time! Participants will work with (and against) the Minions to build, drive, and crash their way through robotic obstacle escape challenges and Despicable Ramps!

Campers will learn and use Drobots’ engineering and design process to create their very own Supervillain avatar and test it against the ongoing threat of other villains attempting to pilfer their THUNDER. Children, separated into small teams, will gain exposure to introductory coding concepts via the latest linefollowing bots and block coding platforms.

This program offers an abundance of fun and experimental model building, LEGO-Machining events and Supercoder Challenges! Remember, just because Minions look cute and cuddly, they can be very VERY destructive with a Shrink Ray Blaster! Good luck and don’t forget to strap on your thinking cap!

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 603

Pete the Cat

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WEEK 7 – JULY 25 - 29 FULL DAY COMBO Petite Picassos

Students will dive into the world of five different artists. We will learn about what inspired the artist and the varying mediums they used. The Petite Picassos will try their hands at recreating one of the artist’s works of art! Let’s explore colors, shapes, and our own artistic abilities!

Instructor: Jennifer Landon – Wellington Lower School teacher

Around the World

We have five days to travel the globe, opening our eyes to world cultures and different perspectives in the process.

During this week-long camp, we will explore recipes created in kitchens thousands of miles away, play traditional games seen at recesses at schools around the world, and create daily cultural crafts!

Instructor: Ellen Rhomberg – Wellington Early Childhood teacher Time: Petite Picassos 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Around the World 1-4 p.m.

Grades: PreK-K Fee: $330 Code: 706

WEEK 8 – AUGUST 1 - 5 Astounding Astronomy

Get ready for blast off in this “space camp” for young astronauts-in-training! Together, we’ll read, learn, and play among the stars with a week of out-of-this-world handson learning, games, stories, and fun. It’s a crafty, campy, action-packed camp that’ll leave students ready for launch.

Instructor: Quincey Chambers – Wellington learning guide and former COSI early childhood specialist Grades: PreK-K Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 806

Chess Camp

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 as they participate in demonstration board activities, puzzle-solving strategies, and endgame drills to become more familiar with common techniques – all part of a week-long camp tournament!

Instructor: Kyle Jones – United States Chess Federation candidate master Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 805

Each day we’ll read a different Pete the Cat book to guide a day of craft-making, creativity, and other experiences! 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 – Torah Academy teacher and professional actor Grades: PreK-K Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 601

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Grades 1-2 WEEK 1 – JUNE 13 - 17 MathVenture Jr

Help Matt the Magician become a mathematician! Rising 1st through 3rd graders 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, graph, measurement, and so much more. Is your student ready to become a mathematician?

Instructor: “A Grade Ahead” teachers Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 101

Secret Yoga Ninja Camp

In this summer camp session, the students will stretch, strengthen, and energize their bodies and minds! We will be practicing mindfulness, yoga movements, relaxation, creative arts, storytelling, and journaling!

The students will explore character education and values such as confidence, gratitude, healthy living, and respect.

Instructor: Ellen Rhomberg – Wellington Early Childhood teacher and certified yoga instructor Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 104

Chess Camp

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 as they participate in demonstration board activities, puzzle-solving strategies, and endgame drills to become more familiar with common techniques – all part of a week-long camp tournament!

Instructor: Kyle Jones – United States Chess Federation candidate master Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 107

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WEEK 2: JUNE 14 - 18 Boys Basketball Camp

Players will cycle daily through drills led by current Wellington coaches and high school players emphasizing the fundamentals of basketball: defense, ball handling, 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: K-3 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 201

Life in Bikini Bottom

Dive down into the depths of the deep blue sea with your favorite SpongeBob characters! Students will have loads of F-U-N through educational arts, music, and dance as we spend the days discovering the power of our imaginations. What are you waiting for? Bikini Bottom is waiting!

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $280 Code: 205

Girls Basketball Camp

Players will learn fundamental basketball skills in an energetic atmosphere.

Throughout the week, we will emphasize defensive drills, ball handling, passing, and shooting. We will promote healthy competition throughout the week in the form of individual and team games.

This camp is perfect for beginning and intermediate players! Registration includes a camp t-shirt and a basketball.

Instructors: Matt Conkling – Wellington Head Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 212

¡Exploremos!

Let’s grab our passports and explore the cultures of Mexico, Spain, Peru, and the Dominican Republic. Each day, we will dive into a different country through music, dance, crafts, stories, and more! By the end of the week, every explorer will have five stamps in their passports and a lot of interesting facts to share!

Instructor: Dia Mixon – Wellington Middle & Upper School Spanish teacher Grades: 1-2 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $128 Code: 213

Launch It!

Ready, set, launch! Is your child ready to create and test their own catapult? Students will work with a variety of materials to discover how force works and how things move. They will investigate how to make a catapult and then test it with objects of different sizes and weights. Students will also put the catapults to the ultimate test with friendly catapult launching competitions!

Instructor: Lisa Veon – Glen Oak Elementary teacher Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Grades 1-2 WEEK 3 – JUNE 27 - JULY 1 LEGO® Stem Avengers

Explore all the caped crusaders and discover their superpowers in this actionpacked LEGO® camp. Create a fantasy world and protect it against all the evil archenemies with custom contraptions made with LEGO® bricks. Campers will 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 staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 303

Jr. Coding

Your student will learn the basics of coding and computer science as they are immersed in STEM activities. Students will collaborate to program robots to complete tasks, work with emojis as they dive into the Codemoji® platform, and participate in offline coding activities and games.

This camp will challenge students as they advance through HTML, CS, and JS coding basics.

Instructors: Codemoji staff Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $175 Code: 308

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WEEK 4 – JULY 5 - 8 (4-DAYS) LEGO® Ninjaneering

WEEK 5 – JULY 11 - 15 Storybook Theatre

Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $320 Code: 403

Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 501

Book Lovers

LEGO® JEDI Engineering

Enter the world of Ninjago and become an apprentice Ninjaneer! Engineering and Ninjanuity are the focus of this full-day themed camp for LEGO® fanatics. Learn to build Trains, Helicopters, Treehouses, and Beam Bridges before moving on to Skull Trucks, Dragons, and Spijitzu Spinners from Ninjago City!

Instructors: Drobots staff

The perfect experience for those looking for new books to enjoy, this week-long program will introduce students to a whole new world of reading. Students will receive individualized book recommendations, listen to popular books read aloud, and find new books of interest. Students will leave with a list of books to read all summer long!

Instructor: Lisa Veon – Glen Oak Elementary teacher Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $128 Code: 407

Step Into Science

Spend the afternoon stepping into the shoes of scientists! In this hands-on “science sampler,” we’ll experiment with a new topic each day. From force and motion to engineering, the human body to weather, it’s a week of learning about the world around us and how to think, see, and question like a scientist!

Instructor: Quincey Chambers – Wellington learning guide and former COSI early childhood specialist Grades: 1-2 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $128 Code: 408

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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 – Torah Academy teacher and professional actor

Prepare for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun!

Build projects inspired by cool machines close to home such as Cities, Garbage Trucks, and Catamarans. Then build X-Wings, Energy Catapults, and Defense Turrets from a galaxy far, far away! Learn about BOTH kinds of The Force in this fullday themed engineering camp for LEGO® fanatics!

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 503

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WEEK 6 – JULY 18 - 22 Gru’s Robotic Minion Mania

Once upon a time, Gru was a kid just like you! This summer will be perfect for campers to use the latest STEM-approved robots and LEGOS to help Gru in his quest to become the greatest supervillain of all time! Participants will work with (and against) the Minions to build, drive, and crash their way through robotic obstacle escape challenges and Despicable Ramps!

Campers will learn and use Drobots’ engineering and design process to create their very own Supervillain avatar and test it against the ongoing threat of other villains attempting to pilfer their THUNDER. Children, separated into small teams, will gain exposure to introductory coding concepts via the latest linefollowing bots and block coding platforms.

This program offers an abundance of fun and experimental model building, LEGO-Machining events and Supercoder Challenges! Remember, just because Minions look cute and cuddly, they can be very VERY destructive with a Shrink Ray Blaster! Good luck and don’t forget to strap on your thinking cap!

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 603

WEEK 7 – JULY 25 - 29 Scientific Make and Take

Your little scientist will spend the day learning about different elements, their properties, and how we can have fun with them! Each day, we’ll use everyday ingredients and chemical reactions to create something new – like slime, play dough, stress balls, soap, and more! If your child is curious and doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty, this is the class for them!

Instructor: Cat Hiller – Wellington Early Childhood learning guide

Unicorns, Dragons and Fairies, Oh My! This dynamic camp explores the world of fantasy. Students will be introduced to folklore that describes creatures such as unicorns, dragons, trolls, and fairies. They will also discover how people all over the world have created legends and tales about magical beings for generations. We will use this information to enact original tales and invent unique creatures of our own. Join me in a wonderful camp that will stretch the limits of students’ creativity!

Instructor: Michelle Cornell – Theater teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 605

Cheer 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 means to be a part of a cheerleading squad. Students will end the week knowing drills and techniques they can further develop at home to hone their athletic skills.

Instructors: Cassie Monak – Wellington Cheerleading Coach, staff, and student athletes

Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 701

Wilson Tennis Camp

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 topflight 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 racquet, sunscreen, and filled water bottle for a great week of fun and tennis! Wilson Tennis will provide t-shirts and prizes for all players.

Instructor: Jamie Scott – Head Women’s Tennis coach at Denison University Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 705

Grades: 1-4 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Chess Camp

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 as they participate in demonstration board activities, puzzle-solving strategies, and endgame drills to become more familiar with common techniques – all part of a week-long camp tournament!

Instructor: Kyle Jones – United States Chess Federation candidate master

Autour du monde en francais Tour the French speaking world Taught completely in French, students will take a virtual tour around the Frenchspeaking world. Each day, we will make and taste a dish from the country of the day: couscous in Senegal, fried bananas in Tahiti, waffles in Belgium, and more!

Students rising into grades 1 - 4 are welcome. All levels of French accepted.

Instructor: Patty Hans – Wellington Lower School French teacher Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 707

Dress Up Trunk Theatre

Let’s dive into the trunk and see what we find! In this dynamic and imaginative program, students will take the items we find and turn them into exciting characters that we will write into our very own play. Bring your creativity and get ready to dress up!

Instructor: Angela Barch-Shamell – Torah Academy teacher and professional actor Grades: 1-5 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 708

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WEEK 8 – AUGUST 1 - 5 LEGO® Master Building Challenge

Take your build to the next level with a LEGO® Master Building Challenge! In this create-and-construct class, we’ll pull inspiration from real LEGO® Masters’ builds, developing original designs and bringing them to life. It’ll be a week of bringing LEGO® engineering landmarks to life, perfect for the builder in your family.

Instructor: Cat Hiller – Wellington learning guide Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 802

Around the World

We have five days to travel the globe, opening our eyes to world cultures and different perspectives in the process.

During this week-long camp, we will explore recipes created in kitchens thousands of miles away, play traditional games seen at recesses at schools around the world, and create daily cultural crafts!

Instructor: Ellen Rhomberg – Wellington Early Childhood teacher Grades: 1-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 803

Grades: K-2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 805

Programs for Grades 3-5

Grades 3-5 WEEK 1 – JUNE 13 - 17 Camp Build-It

Design, build, test, and redesign in this hands-on camp! Each day, we’ll dig into a new kind of engineering as we examine how artists, architects, construction crews, and engineers build taller, faster, and stronger. As we work through the engineering design process, students will explore new building materials, tackle challenges, and get creative to solve realworld problems as a team.

Instructor: Sharon Sheridan – Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: 3-5 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 113

Game On!

Is your student already a video game wizard? Let them take their skills and understanding to the next level and design their OWN game and screen animations!

Codemoji’s newest computer science class teaches students how to bring video game components to life and develop unique design concepts. Students leave class excited to show off their creations to friends and family!

Instructor: Codemoji staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $350 Code: 103

Cooking and Crafting Around the World

Join us for a week-long 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, craft, 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 Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Travel to Japan

Take a trip to Japan! On this week-long “tour,” students will discover some popular Japanese sites, learn to use chopsticks, create origami, learn some written language from all three alphabets, and count to ten in Japanese. Together, we’ll sample Japanese culture through crafts, music, movies, food, and more. Come learn the basics of Japanese culture!

Instructor: Maria Cellino – Wellington Lower School extension teacher Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 108

Discovering Dance

Join our talented instructors to discover many kinds of dance! Students will be introduced to the basics of dance in styles like jazz, hip hop, ballet, contemporary, and creative movement. Each day will explore a different kind of dance, focusing on movement, history, and other activities related to that style. Learn to express yourself creatively and get some energy out in a fun movement class!

Instructors: BalletMet teachers Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 109

WEEK 2 – JUNE 21 - 24 (4 DAYS) EZ Magic

Kids of all ages love magic and they really love learning and performing it! Carroll Baker’s classes are a great way for your child to have fun learning to become an amazing magician, performer, and presenter. Beyond the 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 cards, ropes, and other objects.

Instructor: Carroll Baker – Central Ohio’s award-winning “Magician and Funny Man” Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $264 Code: 202

Ultimate Drone Obstacle Course

This action-packed program is specifically designed for both novice and experienced drone enthusiasts. Full of excitement, teamwork, learning, and fun, campers enjoy one of the world’s fastest-growing sports, Drone Obstacle Course Racing.

Throughout the week, campers learn about the basic safety of drone flying and the history behind drone racing as a sport. As the week progresses, campers will advance through various skill challenges, learning how to perform assorted exercises and maneuvers to become familiar with the drone’s speed and agility. Campers will use iPads and remote controls to pitch, yaw, and roll their drones through some of Drobots’ most daring obstacle courses.

Participants 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 staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $320 Code: 204

Grades 3-5 Math Fun

Students will learn strategies to help build and strengthen elementary math concepts in this week-long program. Math board games will give students a deep, intuitive sense of important skills like number sense, shapes, size, arithmetic, logic, and much more.

Instructor: Yolanda Johnson – Wellington Lower School teacher Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $264 Code: 208

Creative Cricut for Beginners

Students will be introduced to the Cricut cutting machine. They will also explore the Design Space website. They will learn how to create projects such as cards, stickers, and other crafts with vinyl.

Instructor: Kimberly Barr – Wellington Lower School teacher

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Girls Basketball Camp

Players will learn fundamental basketball skills in an energetic atmosphere.

Throughout the week, we will emphasize defensive drills, ball handling, passing, and shooting. We will promote healthy competition throughout the week in the form of individual and team games.

This camp is perfect for beginning and intermediate players! Registration includes a camp t-shirt and a basketball.

Instructors: Matt Conkling – Wellington Head Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 212

WEEK 3 – JUNE 27 - JULY 1 MathVenture

Matt the Magician successfully completed his journey to become a mathematician.

Now he is ready for the next challenge – to compete at the annual math competition.

Rising 3rd to 5th graders will be challenged as they compete individually and in groups to apply their mathematical skills. Students will study a variety of topics throughout the week including PEMDAS, decimals, fractions, 3D shapes, the metric system, and so much more. Is your student ready to win the competition?

Instructor: “A Grade Ahead” teachers Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 301

Boys Basketball Camp

Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $128 Code: 210

Origami: The Art of Paper Folding

Did you know there are many things you can create just from folding paper? Have you ever wondered how to fold an origami bird, cup, or box? In this class, we’ll learn the basic folds of origami and discover how a simple sheet of paper can become an incredible sculpture. Come explore, fold, and create with us!

Instructor: Maria Cellino – Wellington Lower School extension teacher

Players will cycle daily through drills led by current Wellington coaches and high school players emphasizing the fundamentals of basketball: defense, ball handling, 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: 4-7 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 302

Grades: 3-5 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $128 Code: 214

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Grades 3-5 StemQuest: Fortnite Battle Squads

StemQuest Fortnite extracts the thrills from the video screen and delivers the gaming experience directly into a live setting (without the video screen!). Fortnite has opened up a whole new world of fun for kids and video game enthusiasts, but now it is time to bring that excitement into the physical world of STEM. The Fortnite Island presents campers with a variety of head-to-head challenges where campers 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 campers who work together to establish and defend their “Base” against the other Squads of campers, 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. Code your 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 staff

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Broadway Showstoppers

Broadway Showstoppers will focus on the three main areas of musical theatre: acting, singing, and dancing. Students will learn songs, dances, and acting scenes from popular musicals throughout this exciting week, as well as lots of fun theatre and improv games! Along the way, students will have the opportunity to build their performance skills, enhance their stage presence, and collaborate with their peers to create a fun, theatrical performance!

Instructor: Emily Yaksic – Columbus City Schools teacher Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 309

Becoming an Author

Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 307

WEEK 4 – JULY 5 - 8 (4-DAYS) Play in a Week!

Let’s dive headfirst into DRAMA! We will choose a script, put together costumes, assemble props and sets with whatever we can find, and turn it all into a play...in just five days! This exciting, spontaneous, and creative program will put our imaginations to the test and will certainly produce memorable results!

Instructor: Angela Barch-Shamell – Torah Academy teacher and professional actor Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $264 Code: 401

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This week-long class will allow students to experience various art forms and create pieces of their own. We will paint, pour, sew, and mod podge our hearts out, all while learning about artists famous for each chosen art form! From watercolor to collage, sewing to acrylic pour, not only will we enjoy process art, we will have the opportunity to focus on personal pieces that we will bring home!

Instructor: Cat Hiller – Wellington learning guide Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $264 Code: 402

Drone Escape and Rescue

Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 304

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!

Instructor: Yolanda Johnson – Wellington Lower School teacher

Emerging Artist

This camp introduces the enjoyment of flying drones to the real-world application of learning how to use drones in emergency response situations. This is an action-packed and creative program where teams of campers (flight squads) face off, taking on both the “rescuer” and the “victim” mentality. Throughout the week, campers will participate in fun, yet realistic role-playing missions while they attempt to outsmart and outmaneuver the opposing team. Flight squads also will work together to conduct mock search and rescue challenges – all in a safe and friendly competitive environment. Campers will certainly earn their wings, take pride, and gain confidence with each assignment.

The key will be how well each team works together and within their flight squads to conquer the adventures at hand. Also included in this program are the innovative Drobots Drone Games, including challenges and concepts such as: Keys To Millions; Spy Drone, Drones To The Rescue, Drone Pod-Racing, and more.

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $320 Code: 404

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Chess Camp

WEEK 5 – JULY 11 - 15 Code It

This program is designed for beginners and experts alike! Students will spend a week immersed in chess to become stronger players and understand the finer concepts of the game. Through demonstration board activities, tactical problems, and timed endgame drills, they’ll prepare for rated tournament play. Each day, students will use the skills they learn to compete in our week-long camp tournament!

Instructor: Kyle Jones – United States Chess Federation candidate master

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 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 offline.

Instructor: Codemoji staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $350 Code: 502

StemQuest: Star Wars – Empire vs. Rebellion

StemQuest: Empire vs. Rebellion brings the galaxy from far far away to much much closer to camp. Using custom-built pod racers, foam ball blasters, and rolling droid drones, campers will split into two separate groups and participate either as a member of the controlling Empire or of the elite Rebellion strike force. Teams work together in hands-on building activities to prepare for the multiple battles that occur throughout the week – all in a friendly competitive environment. Build your own TIE Fighters, Starships, and more.

Create and design self-made defenses to protect home base from the opposition.

The ultimate daily and weekly goal is for campers to use both their minds and their hands to eliminate the opposing team’s holdout positions through strategy and collaborative planning. At last, it is time to bring justice to the galaxy. May the StemQuest force be with you!

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 504

Learn to Sail

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 U.S. Sailing-certified staff will teach basic safety and boat skills as students learn to sail up-wind and downwind, tack, jibe, and recover from a capsized boat. The picturesque Hoover Sailing Club property will provide students with an unforgettable week!

(This camp begins and ends at Wellington, but takes place largely off-site. 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 we may need to be aware of.)

Instructors: Hoover Sailing Club staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: 505

Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 609

Triple Threat

Want to be a triple threat? Then join us this summer as we explore how acting, singing, and dancing all come together to make you stand out from the crowd! Not only will you be living your best Broadway dreams, but also you’ll boost your confidence, make amazing new friends, and improve all your performance skills. Are you ready to experience the magic that only onstage performance can create?

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $350 Code: 514

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Grades 3-5 WEEK 6 – JULY 18 - 22 Art in Nature

Spend time reflecting on the beauty of our natural world in this unique art class. Throughout the week, we’ll spend time hiking around Wellington’s campus, spending time in the great outdoors, and completing multiple art projects each day.

Students will also have an opportunity to document their work in reflection journals as we bring art and summer together.

Instructor: Christopher Trubiani – Wellington learning guide Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 602

StemQuest: Robot X Games

Robot X Games is a week-long competition filled with some of the most exhilarating games and races ever experienced in a summer camp setting, including: BMX Big Air, Stadium Super Trucks, Street Luge, SnowMobile Freestyle, and Moto X Quarter Pipe! All week, campers build, test, and race X Game-themed robots to compete in some of X Games’ most popular events.

Moreover, campers will invent new events, building and shaping their own race tracks, obstacle courses, and barricades. Prepare for endless exposure to new technology and come ready to earn your team’s right to the podium during friendly competition in a creative problem-solving environment.

Instructors: Drobots staff Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 604

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Cheer 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 means to be a part of a cheerleading squad. Students will end the week knowing drills and techniques they can further develop at home to hone their athletic skills.

Instructors: Cassie Monak – Wellington Cheerleading Coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 1-4 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 606

WEEK 7 – JULY 25 - 29 A Hogwarts Adventure: Explore the Sorcerer’s Stone!

Students who love to act will be thrilled by this opportunity to enact key events from the first novel in this famous series. They will explore characters and dramatic events using movement and acting exercises to bring the magic and mystery of this engaging story to life! They will also create simple scenery and props. This camp concludes with a live performance on the final day of class!

Instructor: Michelle Cornell – Theater teacher and Wellington Aftercare teacher Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 703

Chess Camp

This program is designed for beginners and experts alike! Students will spend a week immersed in chess to become stronger players and understand the finer concepts of the game. Through demonstration board activities, tactical problems, and timed endgame drills, they’ll prepare for rated tournament play. Each day, students will use the skills they learn to compete in our week-long camp tournament!

Instructor: Kyle Jones – United States Chess Federation candidate master Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 609

Art of Problem Solving

Spend the week developing problemsolving skills through hands-on math and STEM challenges! Students will study and implement problem-solving strategies from guess-and-check to working backward and everything in between, all while solving complex math and STEM problems.

Using inductive and deductive reasoning, creativity, and perseverance, campers will become dynamic problem-solvers!

Instructor: Alisha Sleeper – Watkins Middle School math and science teacher Grades: 4-6 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 704

Grades 3-5 Wilson Tennis Camp

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 topflight 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 racquet, sunscreen, and filled water bottle for a great week of fun and tennis! Wilson Tennis will provide t-shirts and prizes for all players.

Instructor: Jamie Scott – Head Women’s Tennis coach at Denison University Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 705

Autour du monde en francais Tour the French speaking world Taught completely in French, students will take a virtual tour around the Frenchspeaking world. Each day, we will make and taste a dish from the country of the day: couscous in Senegal, fried bananas in Tahiti, waffles in Belgium, and more!

Students rising into grades 1 - 4 are welcome. All levels of French accepted.

Instructor: Patty Hans – Wellington Lower School French teacher Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 707

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Dress Up Trunk Theatre

Let’s dive into the trunk and see what we find! In this dynamic and imaginative program, students will take the items we find and turn them into exciting characters that we will write into our very own play. Bring your creativity and get ready to dress up!

Instructor: Angela Barch-Shamell – Torah Academy teacher and professional actor Grades: 1-5 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 708

WEEK 8 – AUGUST 1 - 5 Eco-Explorers

Hop in our Jeep or submarine and explore with us! Students will examine different ecosystems and how animals behave and interact with one another. Through projectbased learning and activities, our studentcentered curriculum will make biology fun and understandable.

Instructor: “A Grade Ahead” teachers Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 801

LEGO Master Building Challenge ®

Take your build to the next level with a LEGO® Master Building Challenge! In this create-and-construct class, we’ll pull inspiration from real LEGO® Masters’ builds, developing original designs and bringing them to life. It’ll be a week of bringing LEGO® engineering landmarks to life, perfect for the builder in your family.

Instructor: Cat Hiller – Wellington learning guide

Clay Explorers

In this class, students will explore the history of ceramics around the world! Take a trip visiting countries such as China, Mexico, and Iraq. While on our trip we will be learning about the importance of ceramics to that community and of course create with clay! We will learn different hand-building techniques and ways to glaze.

Instructor: Jaime Bennati – Wellington Upper School art teacher Grades: 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 804

Cheer 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 means to be a part of a cheerleading squad. Students will end the week knowing drills and techniques they can further develop at home to hone their athletic skills.

Instructors: Cassie Monak – Wellington Cheerleading Coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 5-8 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 807

Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 802

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Grades 6-8 WEEK 1 – JUNE 13 - 17 Street Magic

Children love magic and they really love learning and performing it! Carroll Baker’s classes are a great way for your child to have fun learning to become an amazing magician, performer, and presenter. Beyond the entertainment value, magic helps improve digital dexterity, coordination, visual perception, spatial relationships, critical thinking, creativity, public speaking skills, self confidence, and imagination. Learn to perform magic like David Blaine and Criss Angel.

Instructor: Carroll Baker – Central Ohio’s award-winning “Magician and Funny Man” Grades: 6-8 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 102

Creative Writing

Students will have the opportunity to let their imaginations soar as they invent and develop stories to share. During the week, students will explore the ways in which effective writers create characters, describe settings, and develop plots to capture the interest of their readers. Each day, students will have time to write and freedom to share with others to receive feedback. Students will read their work out loud, and by doing so, we’ll create a strong community of writers together!

Instructor: Greg Davis – Wellington Middle School teacher Grades: 6-8 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 111

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WEEK 2 – JUNE 21 - 24 (4 DAYS) Discover People, Places and Things Through Art

Come and spend the week learning to draw and paint like the masters! We’ll look at all elements and aspects of media like watercolor, pencils, oil pastels, and more.

Throughout our time, we’ll practice new techniques while finishing several projects leading up to a mini-gallery showcase. Join us and make great art this summer!

Instructor: Sue Kay – Wellington Middle School visual arts teacher Grades: 6-9 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $264 Code: 207

WEEK 3 – JUNE 27 - JULY 1 Boys Basketball Camp

Players will cycle daily through drills led by current Wellington coaches and high school players emphasizing the fundamentals of basketball: defense, ball handling, 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: 4-7 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 302

Camp Architecture and Design Camp Architecture and Design introduces kids to the world of architecture and design. During the week, students will be exposed to architecture and the associated fields of architecture, 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 team-building skills, build confidence, and plant the seeds for a life-long appreciation of architecture and design.

Instructors: The Center for Architecture and Design staff Grades: 6-8 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $400 Code: 306

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Learn. Code. Build.

Do you love all things 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, learn how to code robots, and more. First, we will learn about programming terms, wireframing, 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 receive follow-up instructions so they can continue learning and improving their website and apps at home.

Instructor: Codemoji staff Grades: 6-8 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $175 Code: 310

WEEK 4 – JULY 5 - 8 (4 DAYS) Introduction to Urban Planning

Join us for a fun and interactive overview of the field of Urban Planning! Learn about why and how cities develop. A broad range of topics will be covered such as zoning, real estate, comprehensive planning, infrastructure, building permits, GIS, and more, all taught by an associated faculty member in the City & Regional Planning Department at The Ohio State University.

Instructor: Chad Gibson, AICP – Community Development Director for the City of Arlington Grades: 6-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 406

WEEK 5 – JULY 11 - 15 Fashion Illustration

This class will explore creating your own unique fashion collection. We will explore how to create model drawings, drawing fabrics and collaging fabric scraps to create one of a kind looks.

Instructor: Jaime Bennati – Wellington Upper School art teacher Grades: 6-8 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 507

Crochet for Beginners

This week-long course will introduce you to the basics of crocheting. You will become familiar with the materials and tools of crochet, as well as the basic stitches and skills that comprise the foundation of all crochet projects. You will also learn how to read a pattern and, by the end of the week, you will have at least one finished product to call your own.

Instructor: Jordan McMullin – Wellington Student Support staff Grades: 6-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 510

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Grades 6-8 WEEK 6 – JULY 18 - 22 Hamilton

Don’t “throw away your shot”! Join us in this “revolutionary” camp! By exploring Broadway’s recent smash hit, students will learn how contemporary hip-hop music and dance styles have become an important part of contemporary Broadway.

This program will help students of all skill levels improve their confidence in voice, movement, and, of course, rap!

Instructors: Columbus Children’s Theatre staff Grades: 6-8 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $350 Code: 608

You and Your Zen

Do you want to learn how to increase your overall happiness and well-being? Each day, we will practice mindfulness, reflect through writing, and move with some basic yoga and stretching. In addition, we will learn practical techniques to not only boost your happiness and reduce your stress, but also to help you become more resilient as well!

Instructors: Bridgett Allsbrooks (Wellington Yoga Instructor) and Erin Noviski (Wellington teacher and leadership advisor) Grades: 9-10 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $128 Code: 209

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WEEK 7: JULY 25 – 29 Learn to Sail

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 U.S. Sailing-certified staff will teach basic safety and boat skills as students learn to sail up-wind and downwind, tack, jibe, and recover from a capsized boat. The picturesque Hoover Sailing Club property will provide students with an unforgettable week!

(This camp begins and ends at Wellington, but takes place largely off-site. 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 we may need to be aware of.)

Instructors: Hoover Sailing Club staff

WEEK 8 – AUGUST 1 - 5 Cheer 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 means to be a part of a cheerleading squad. Students will end the week knowing drills and techniques they can further develop at home to hone their athletic skills.

Instructors: Cassie Monak – Wellington Cheerleading Coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 5-8 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 807

Grades: 6-8 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $375 Code: 702

Art of Problem Solving

Spend the week developing problemsolving skills through hands-on math and STEM challenges! Students will study and implement problem-solving strategies from guess-and-check to working backward and everything in between, all while solving complex math and STEM problems.

Using inductive and deductive reasoning, creativity, and perseverance, campers will become dynamic problem-solvers!

Instructor: Alisha Sleeper – Watkins Middle School math and science teacher Grades: 4-6 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 704

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Wellington Summer Program 2022

Programs for Grades 9-12 Academic for-credit programs and workshops are offered in the 2022 Wellington Summer Program for a fee.

Students earn 1/3 credit (the equivalent of one trimester) for each completed academic for-credit program. No credit is awarded for workshops. Programs are subject to cancellation based on enrollment.

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Grades 9-12 WEEK 1 – JUNE 13 - 17 Art Portfolio Workshop

This program is set up to support students who are interested in putting together a supplemental portfolio for college applications or a completed art portfolio for an art or design program. We will cover the nuts and bolts of a portfolio, visit virtually with college reps from three different kinds of schools – liberal arts, public university, and private art school. In addition, we will work on portfolio pieces in the afternoons.

No academic credit is awarded for taking this program.

Instructor: Jaime Bennati – Wellington Upper School art teacher Grades: 9-12 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $330 Code: 105

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WEEK 2 – JUNE 21 - 24 (4 DAYS) Discover People, Places and Things Through Art

Come and spend the week learning to draw and paint like the masters! We’ll look at all elements and aspects of media like watercolor, pencils, oil pastels, and more.

Throughout our time, we’ll practice new techniques while finishing several projects leading up to a mini-gallery showcase. Join us and make great art this summer!

Instructor: Sue Kay – Wellington Middle School visual arts teacher Grades: 6-9 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fee: $264 Code: 207

You and Your Zen

WEEK 4 – JULY 5 - 8 (4 DAYS) Introduction to Urban Planning

Join us for a fun and interactive overview of the field of Urban Planning! Learn about why and how cities develop. A broad range of topics will be covered such as zoning, real estate, comprehensive planning, infrastructure, building permits, GIS, and more, all taught by an associated faculty member in the City & Regional Planning Department at The Ohio State University.

Instructor: Chad Gibson, AICP – Community Development Director for the City of Arlington Grades: 6-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 406

Do you want to learn how to increase your overall happiness and well-being? Each day, we will practice mindfulness, reflect through writing, and move with some basic yoga and stretching. In addition, we will learn practical techniques to not only boost your happiness and reduce your stress, but also to help you become more resilient as well!

Instructors: Bridgett Allsbrooks (Wellington Yoga Instructor) and Erin Noviski (Wellington teacher and leadership advisor) Grades: 9-10 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $128 Code: 209

WEEK 5 – JULY 11 - 15 Crochet for Beginners

This week-long course will introduce you to the basics of crocheting. You will become familiar with the materials and tools of crochet, as well as the basic stitches and skills that comprise the foundation of all crochet projects. You will also learn how to read a pattern and, by the end of the week, you will have at least one finished product to call your own.

Instructor: Jordan McMullin – Wellington Student Support staff Grades: 6-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $160 Code: 510 wellington.org/summer | 27

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MULTI-WEEK WORKSHOPS WEEK “0” – JUNE 6 - 10 AND WEEK 5 – JULY 11 - 15 ACT Test Prep

This boot camp will prepare students for the June 11 and July 16 administration of the ACT. Following the testing format they should expect on test day, students will take a full-length diagnostic test on the first day using actual ACT 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 testtaking tips interspersed throughout the week. Students will assemble a helpful “cheat sheet” based on their 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. Past campers have used the skills and strategies emphasized in this week to improve their score by as many as six points overall! No academic credit is awarded for taking this program.

Instructor: John Brown – Wellington Upper School teacher and Research Coordinator Grades: 10-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $300 Code: 905 (Week “0”) and 511 (Week 5)

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WEEK 1 (JUNE 13 - 17) AND WEEK 2 (JUNE 21 - 24) (4 DAYS Fiction Writing

In this course, students will be introduced to some masterful modern short story writers with an aim to imitate and implement the techniques of the craft in their own fiction writing. Our reading, analysis, and writing exercises will focus on story structure, point of view, and use of dialogue. Students will not only read and analyze great works but will also compose fiction to share and workshop with peers.

By the end of the course, students will have a “finished” short story of their own.

No academic credit is awarded for taking this program.

Instructor: Jordan McMullin – Wellington Student Support staff Grades: 10-12 Time: 1-4 p.m.

Fee: $300 Code: 901

Grades 9-12

Wellington Summer Program 2022

ACADEMIC FOR-CREDIT PROGRAMS WEEK 1 (JUNE 13 - 17), WEEK 2 (JUNE 21 - 24, 4 DAYS), AND WEEK 3 (JUNE 27 - JULY 1) 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 Grades: 9-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $450 Code: 902

WEEK 5 (JULY 11 - 15), WEEK 6 (JULY 18 - 22), AND WEEK 7 (JULY 25 - 29) Government (Credit)

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.

U.S. 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 and Upper School social studies teacher Grades: 11-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $550 Code: 903

WEEK 5 (JULY 11 - 15), WEEK 6 (JULY 18 - 22), WEEK 7 (JULY 25 - 29), AND WEEK 8 (AUGUST 1 - 5) Photography (Credit)

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

Students examine digital photographs as a means of personal expression, documentation, and storytelling. Topics covered 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 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 Grades: 9-12 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $550 Code: 904

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Athletic Camps

Wellington Summer Program 2022

WEEK 2 – JUNE 21 - 24 (4 DAYS) Boys Basketball Camp

WEEK 3 – JUNE 27 - JULY 1 Boys Basketball Camp

Grades: Kindergarten-3 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 201

Grades: 4-7 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 302

Players will cycle daily through drills led by current Wellington coaches and high school players emphasizing the fundamentals of basketball: defense, ball handling, 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

Players will cycle daily through drills led by current Wellington coaches and high school players emphasizing the fundamentals of basketball: defense, ball handling, 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

Girls Basketball Camp

Players will learn fundamental basketball skills in an energetic atmosphere.

Throughout the week, we will emphasize defensive drills, ball handling, passing, and shooting. We will promote healthy competition throughout the week in the form of individual and team games.

This camp is perfect for beginning and intermediate players! Registration includes a camp t-shirt and a basketball.

Instructors: Matt Conkling – Wellington Head Girls Varsity Basketball Coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 212

WEEK 7 – JULY 25 - 29 Wilson Tennis Camp

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 topflight 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 racquet, sunscreen, and filled water bottle for a great week of fun and tennis! Wilson Tennis will provide t-shirts and prizes for all players.

Instructor: Jamie Scott – Head Women’s Tennis coach at Denison University Grades: 1-5 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 705

WEEK 8 – AUGUST 1 - 5 Cheer Camp

WEEK 6 – JULY 18 - 22 Cheer 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 means to be a part of a cheerleading squad. Students will end the week knowing drills and techniques they can further develop at home to hone their athletic skills.

Instructors: Cassie Monak – Wellington Cheerleading Coach, staff, and student athletes

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 means to be a part of a cheerleading squad. Students will end the week knowing drills and techniques they can further develop at home to hone their athletic skills.

Instructors: Cassie Monak – Wellington Cheerleading Coach, staff, and student athletes Grades: 5-8 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 807

Grades: 1-4 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee: $180 Code: 606

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