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Week 7: July 25
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.
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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
ACADEMIC FOR-CREDIT PROGRAMS
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
Athletic Camps
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: Kindergarten-3 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $180 Code: 201
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 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
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
Grades: 1-4 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $180 Code: 606
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
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
The Wellington School 3650 Reed Road Columbus, Ohio 43220
Summer office phone: 614-324-8882 Email: summer@wellington.org
Register online: wellington.org/summer
