Summer at Tower Hill 2021

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DAY CAMP

ACADEMICS

SPORTS

CAMPS AT A GLANCE Program

Rising Grade

Week 2 June 14-18

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The Artistic Studio

Pre-K-4

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Cardboard Creations

Pre-K-4

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Beach It!

Pre-K-4

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The Science Workshop

Pre-K-4

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Great Gardens

Pre-K-4

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Sprinkles

Pre-K-4

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The Simple Things

Pre-K-4

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Get Fit!

Pre-K-4

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Kindergarten Readiness

Pre-K-K

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First Grade Readiness

K-1

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Where the Wild Things Are/Abrakadabra Camp!

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Outside the Lines/ Painting With a Twist

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STEAM Outside Your Door/Dream Houses

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Sewing/Dollhouse

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A Week at the Beach/ Painting With a Twist

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A Walk in the Woods/ Science

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Abrakadoodle/ 101 Dalmations

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The Author in Me/Rockstar Readers

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Multiplication Math Fun/ THS Summer Book Club

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Cocina Latina/Sewing

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Photography/Ceramics

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Ready for Middle School Math!

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Research Skills for Middle School

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Science & Lab Skills for Incoming Ninth Graders

9-10

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Research Skills for Upper School

9-12

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SAT Verbal Prep

9-12

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Memoir Writing

10-12

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AP English Literature & Composition Prep

10-12

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Reading Nonfiction

10-12

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I Think, Therefore I Am

10-12

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Getting Ready for Upper School Math

9-12

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AP Prep for U.S. History

11-12

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Productivity Booster/Life and Study Hacks

9-12

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Week 3 June 21-25

Week 4 June 28 - July 2

Week 5 July 6-9

Week 6 July 12-16

Week 7 July 19-23

Week 9 Aug. 2-6

Virtual Option

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Week 8 July 26-30

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Day Camp CAMPER CLASSROOMS GREEN GROUP - AGES 3-4 (TOWER TOTS-PRE K) YELLOW GROUP - AGES 5-6 (KINDERGARTEN AND RISING FIRST GRADERS) BLUE GROUP - AGES 7-12 (RISING SECOND GRADERS - GRADE 4)

RATES

Full Day (8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.).................................... $325 Half Day AM (8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.)......................... $200 Half Day PM (12-3 p.m.)......................................... $175 Before Care (7:30-8:30 a.m.)................................... $25 / per child After Care (3-5:30 p.m.) ........................................ $50 / per child

JULY 6-9 (4-Day Week) Full Day (8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.).................................. $260 Half Day AM (8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.)......................... $175 Half Day PM (12-3 p.m.)......................................... $150 Before Care (7:30-8:30 a.m.)................................... $20 / per child After Care (3-5:30 p.m.) ......................................... $40 / per child

A DAY AT TOWER HILL 7:30-8:30 a.m.

8:30 a.m.

8:30-8:45 a.m.

8:45-9 a.m.

9-10 or 11:30 a.m.

10 a.m.

10-11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

12:30-2:45 p.m.

12:30-3 p.m.

2-3 p.m.

3 p.m.

3-5:30 p.m.

Before Care Drop Off Morning Gathering Movement ~ workouts, yoga, games and water play Theme Activity/Trips/Special Guest Snack (daily snack and drink provided) Theme Activity Lunch/Outdoor Play Artistic Activity and Rest Time (Green Group) Theme Activity Movement ~ Swimming* (12:30-2:30 p.m.)

Pick Up After Care

Yellow and Blue Groups attend field trips and go swimming at Windybush Pool. Green group does specialized theme activities and has special guests in lieu of field trips. Day Camp thematic curriculum takes place in the morning.

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Lunches: All full day campers (including AM Day Camp) must pack a healthy *Peanut Free lunch each day. We will not be refrigerating lunches so be sure to include an ice pack. A snack and drink will be provided by Tower Hill each day. Please send in your camper with a water bottle full of water as well. A free pizza lunch will be served on Fridays for Day Campers.

REGISTER AT TOWERHILL.ORG/SUMMER

PROGRAMS

* Off-site field trips will only take place if allowed by state public health guidance.

THE ARTISTIC STUDIO | JUNE 14-18

Pop on your dance shoes and grab a paintbrush as we set off to explore the arts! Tower Hill School theater and dance teacher Rachel Marlowe will teach students the foundations of movement through the fun and engaging method of DiscoverDance! The highlight of the week will be a live karaoke contest ending with a showcase for dancers to demonstrate their dance skills. As we explore other arts, campers will create a painting on canvas to design their very own piece of modern art! Campers will also visit Board and Brush to stencil their monograms on wood pallets in their local workshop. Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday)

CARDBOARD CREATIONS | JUNE 21-25

Come let your imagination run wild with us as we take off on an adventure using, you guessed it ... cardboard! You won’t believe the things we will create while learning to repurpose and recycle. A marble run, dress-up costumes, rockets and even a city, to name a few of the exciting and playful constructions. Not only will we build, but we will also use creative thinking to become budding architects. There is no end to the fun in store for this week of creativity.

Inspired by the book Unboxed by Eleanor Ford.

Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday)

BEACH IT! | JUNE 28-JULY 2

The ultimate beach week has arrived! With the upcoming celebration of the 4th of July, this week is quintessentially the start of the summer season. To celebrate, we will make sand structures and 3D beach balls. In addition, we will have fun in the sun with a water balloon toss and a summer barbecue including a menu of childhood summer favorites.

Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday)

THE SCIENCE WORKSHOP | JULY 6-9

(OFF JULY 5 FOR 4TH OF JULY HOLIDAY)

Join us for a week of science fun! Science Explorers will join us for a day of scientific exploration of the three states of matter: liquids, gases and solids. The mixing of polymers will foster discussions among our campers before creating Mini Matter Monsters to take home! But first, these young scientists will create chariots for their little monsters for a Pinewood Derby Race. The young scientists will experiment with LEGOs to do a STEM challenge task throughout the week as well. Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday) | In House Field Trip: Science Explorers

GREAT GARDENS | JULY 12-16

Want to explore beautiful gardens with us? Calling all children who have a love for gardening and exploring the great outdoors. Our week will also feature many visits to our outdoor classroom. Campers will even decorate little pots for planting colorful flowers. Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday)

SPRINKLES | JULY 19-23

Baking has always been a favorite pastime enjoyed by many, but it is not often that you get to make Atomic Cake Pops or Unicorn Bark! Everyone needs to learn simple basics like cookies and cakes because these simple baked goodies are a great foundation for baking skills. However, how about learning to bake cinnamon buns with a specialized baking kit? Campers enrolled in this themed camp will delight in the magic of all kinds of sweet treats. Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday)

THE SIMPLE THINGS | JULY 26-30

People often say the simple things in life are the best! This week we will capture the hearts of our campers as they enjoy activities that create sheer happiness. Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday)

KEEP FIT! | AUGUST 2-6

The greatest wealth is health! This week campers will experience the benefits of daily exercise by participating in daily bootcamp, Zumba and yoga classes. Trips: Windybush Pool (Tuesday and Thursday)

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Camp Bundles NEW to Summer at Tower Hill this year! Join us for one of our newly crafted bundles this

summer, designed especially for creative kids! Each has been planned to complement the other!

Price: $400 / full-day Several bundles are $450 as noted * Extended Care available. See page 1 for information under Day Camp Rates.

Unless noted, all registrations are at

TOWERHILL.ORG/SUMMER

BUNDLES AM PHOTOGRAPHY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS | PM CERAMICS Photography for Middle Schoolers | John Bartlett June 14-18 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Rising Grades 5-8 Looking for a way to discover the magic of photography? Want to learn how to use a Digital SLR or an oldfashioned camera? Plus we will discover how to use the camera on your phone. Believe it or not, we will learn stop-motion, light drawing, optical illusions and visit a classic dark room!

Ceramics | Abby Patterson June 14-18 - 12-3 p.m. - Rising Grades 5-8 Come and play with clay! This class will explore different clay building techniques—coil pots and relief tiles—and there will be something for everyone! We will learn glazing and surface design with cool takeaways to bring home.

AM OUTSIDE THE LINES | PM PAINTING WITH A TWIST Outside the Lines | Jane Chesson June 21-25 - 8:30-11:30 a.m - Grades 2-4 Join Lower School art teacher Jane Chesson for a week of immersive (and fun!) creative exploration based on a theme of YOUR choice. Students will examine varied art mediums including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media artmaking. Campers will have the opportunity to develop their own unique artistic voice while gaining valuable technical skills using beginner, intermediate and advanced techniques to take their work to the next level. Young artists will learn to gain confidence in their abilities to share and discuss their work with their peers and reflect on the artmaking process. The session will culminate in an exhibition of student work.

Painting With a Twist June 21-25 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades 2-4 Grab a paint brush and an easel! During the afternoon, campers will create paintings on canvas with help from artists at Painting With a Twist. During the week, two unique masterpieces will be painted to be brought home for display at home.

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AM STEAM OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR | PM DREAM HOUSE Outside Your Door | Nancy Tate June 21-25 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 1-4 Have you ever wished that your classes could be held outside? Join us as we investigate both STEM and STEAM activities outside. We will learn how to use STEM skills to help our world by developing skills to explore and examine, then make improvements based on what we find. Be STEM - Fantastic! Ask, Explore, Design, Take Risks, Make Mistakes, Improve, Never Give Up Activities will include: designing a treehouse, making a moss planter, math in the garden and kinetic energy garden spinners.

Dream House | Jane Chesson June 21-25 12-3 p.m. - Grades 1-4 What is your ideal house? Maybe it’s very tall with a playroom on every floor and slides instead of stairs. Or maybe it’s long and has a pool in the middle. Perhaps it’s just one big art studio! In this camp, we will design and build our own dream houses from cardboard boxes while also learning how to print wallpaper and make furniture. Then we’ll move outside to construct our dream playground using recycled materials. Come explore your dream house with us this week!

AM SEWING AMERICAN GIRL DOLL CLOTHES! | PM THE WOODEN DOLLHOUSE Sewing American Doll Clothes | Bobbi Smith June 28-July 2 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades 1-3 Create a wardrobe for your American Girl Doll. Beginners will make simple clothes and accessories from basic patterns and use embellishments to personalize their creations. Our intermediate sewers will choose patterns, fabrics and trims to create a custom wardrobe for their doll! Extra supply fee $50

The Wooden Dollhouse | Ashley Gillerlain

June 28-July 2 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 1-3

Ikea Dollhouse Kit - Extra supply fee $35

Dollhouses have always been one of the most imaginative toys any child could

play with to create lasting childhood memories. What if you could build, design and

play with your very own custom dollhouse? Join us to paint and decorate your very own Ikea dollhouse!

AM COCINA MEXICANA CON LA SEÑORA MARTÍNEZ | PM SEWING Cocina mexicana con la Señora Martínez June 28-July 2 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 7-8 Review 7/8 grade Spanish grammar and vocabulary while learning to prepare easy, yet authentic, Mexican recipes like salsa verde y roja, tacos de pollo, enchiladas, guacamole, enfrijoladas, entomatadas, molletes, quesadillas, ensalada mexicana, pie de limón, sopa de tortilla and sopa de fideos. We will learn greetings, the verb to be (ser and estar), future with the verb to go (vamos a), regular verbs conjugation in the present tense (ar, er, ir), irregular verbs to want and to have (querer, tener), direct object pronouns (lo, la, los, las) and present progressive (estoy cocinando).

Sewing | Fascination in Fabrics | Bobbi Smith June 28-July 2 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades 7-8 Join us for a fun week of sewing kitchen accessories—cool aprons to colorful quilted potholders! All you will need to be ready for cooking adventures.

AM AUTHOR IN ME | PM ROCKSTAR READERS! Author in Me | Jessica McIntyre July 12-16 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 3-5 Calling all creative writers! Is writing one of your passions? Do you want to learn more to enhance your writing skills?

Authors and illustrators are invited to explore the components of a story, various strategies to engage readers and applications for electronic publishing. By the week’s end, students will have created at least one original book that will be a keepsake to share for years to come.

Rockstar Readers! | Ellen Ellis July 12-16 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades 3-5 Do you love to read? Or maybe you want to love it more? Then rock it out with Rockstar Readers as we discover new books, explore a different genre each day and strengthen comprehension and fluency skills. This afternoon camp will extend and enhance reading interest and confidence in an engaging, kid-friendly way. Series and picture books, graphic novels, nonfiction, poetry ... our spaceship will visit them all! We’ll offer both social and individual reading experiences as students participate in a book club, chat with a reading partner, enjoy read alouds, write or draw book responses, make personal book choices and have daily teacher conferences. We’ll also learn about honors and awards in children’s literature and make our own “Rockstar Reader Award” selections.

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CAMP BUNDLES *Grades refer to the grade children will be entering in Fall 2021 AM A WALK IN THE WOODS | PM SCIENCE EXPLORERS A Walk in the Woods July 19-23 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 2-4 Join us as we explore Rockford Park across from Tower Hill School. We will have games and activities that revolve around the woods, the open grasslands, the banks of the Brandywine River, Rockford Tower and other features of the park. Who knew there was so much to see and do in this great local resource!

Science Explorers July 19-23 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades 2-4 Calling all science fanatics! If you didn’t get a chance to experience our 2020-2021 club topics, then this is the camp for you! Get ready to concoct cool chemistry creations, formulate new physics ideas, engineer solutions to problems and investigate how your own body works. You’ll mix up a gas that is heavier than air, create your own bristle-bot racer, construct a working lung model, compete in a tower building challenge, uncover the mysterious world of microbes and, best of all, learn some really cool science magic tricks to show your family!

AM A WEEK AT THE BEACH | PM PAINTING WITH A TWIST A Week at the Beach | Ellen Ellis July 19-23 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades K-2 While campers won’t actually be on the sand or in the water, we’ll explore beach and ocean life with fiction and nonfiction books, writing, math and craft projects. We’ll splash around with character friends like Swimmy, Hermit Crab and Pout Pout Fish. As we dive in to collect interesting facts about sea turtles, manatees, dolphins, starfish and sharks, we’ll practice reading or listening for information and navigating text features. We’ll boogie board our way to virtual tours in aquariums, then compare what we observe to what we are reading. Our marine math skills will come in handy for goldfish number sentences and a sand cup recipe. Beach buddies will work together to publish our own sea life book. Get your sunscreen and swimsuit ready for Friday’s beach party, where we’ll celebrate and share what we’ve learned!

Painting With a Twist July 19-23 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades K-2 Grab your paintbrush and get ready to paint beautiful beach scenes with the help of artists from Painting With a Twist. Campers will complete two artful masterpieces during the week.

AM MULTIPLICATION MATH FUN | PM THS SUMMER BOOK CLUB Multiplication Math Fun | Janel Hall July 26-30 - 8:30-11:30 p.m. - Grades 3-5 Knowing math facts is an important part of life, and memorizing them can be easy and fun! At this camp, we will practice our math facts in a lot of different ways, such as games, songs, races and more. This camp can help keep your math skills sharp or help you gain speed and confidence in your knowledge. Kids will also leave this camp with activities and practice routines they can work on throughout the summer.

THS Summer Book Club | Janel Hall July 26-30 - 12- 3 p.m. - Grades 3-5 Make summer work an even more fun and valuable experience by completing it in book clubs! We will read our assigned summer books, discuss important points and complete our summer work to boot. Your child will leave this week with their work done and a strong start for the next school year.

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AM ABRAKADOODLE MAD ABOUT MOVIES $450 PM CHILD DRAMA WORKSHOPS 101 DALMATIANS Mad About Movies | Abrakadoodle July 26-30 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 2-5 If you love movies, you will LOVE this camp and the kooky characters, animations and illustrations in them—from the Minions to dinosaurs to out-of-this-world environments! Together, marvelous movies and art make for movie characters.

Explore animation, storyboards, movie music, games and more!

101 Dalmatians | Child Drama Workshop July 26-30 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades 2-5 101 Dalmatians: The Play, a classic favorite, will come to life on stage with your child’s own pretend puppy energy! This power-packed romp finds 101 puppies trying to outsmart the infamous villainess, Cruella De Vil. Allow your child the opportunity to play-act this beloved story. All camps present a play for parents on the last day of camp including professional stage make-up, costume accessories and a souvenir program. Extra Supply Fee $50

AM CHILD DRAMA WORKSHOPS: WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE PM ABRAKADABRA CAMP!

$450

Where the Wild Things Are | Child Drama Workshop July 12-16 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades PreK - 1 Let the Wild Rumpus Start! Based on the classic children’s tale by Maurice Sendak, this play is filled with fun and energy!

Let your child unleash their imagination as they become Max or one of his befriended Wild Things. Your child will tumble, parade and dance their way through the magical forest of Max’s imagination. All camps present a play for parents on the last day of camp including professional stage make-up, costume accessories and a souvenir program.

Abrakadabra Camp! | Abrakadoodle July 12-16 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades PreK - 1 Do you believe in magic? Then this camp is for you! Get swept up in the hocus-pocus fun and artsy creative activities.

Learn a magic trick each day! Mix up a new interesting color for bubbling magic potion. Create a rabbit and make him disappear. Use special paper, and presto! Your artwork magically appears. This concoction of art and magic include 10 projects along with a cauldron of magical activities and games. Extra Supply Fee $50

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Academics $300 per program unless noted otherwise.

*Grades refer to the grade children will be entering in Fall 2021 L O W E R

KINDERGARTEN READINESS! | ASHLEY GILLERLAIN

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FIRST GRADER READINESS | DEB STUEBING

M I D D L E S C H O O L

M I D D L E U P P E R S C H O O L

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August 2-6 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Kindergarten Join us for a week to get ready for kindergarten! We will practice phonemic awareness, number sense, letter formation, handwriting skills and number sense! We will also practice routines and skills needed for kindergarten.

August 2-6 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grade 1 Is your child preparing to enter first grade? During this Summer at Tower Hill favorite, students will review and solidify emergent literacy skills through shared reading, rhyming and word games. In addition to practicing various language arts skills, students will practice their handwriting skills. The students’ skill acquisition will be assessed in order to meet individual needs. Pack your backpack for first grade, here we come!

READY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH! | CHERIE MARTINEZ

June 28 - July 7 or July 12-16 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grade 5 Games, games and more games will make this program a winner with all who attend. We will focus on whole number operations, place value and the rote recall of multiplication and division facts. Get ready to have fun while strengthening your math skills!

RESEARCH SKILLS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL | JESSICA DOUGLASS

July 12-16 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 5-8 - virtual or in person - (in person preferred) This class is for history buffs and new researchers alike! We will learn about the research process from topic selection all the way through developing an argument. We will practice strategies and techniques used in THS classrooms, including research steps, using databases and NoodleTools. This course is perfect for students who have not written research papers before or who want more practice in this area, but is also great for students looking to take their research skills to the next level. Each student will work at their own pace and level through the process of research. We will have some fun, too, as the topics we can research are endless! History of popsicles?

Development of cartoon animation? Bring your most burning questions and walk away with some new skills and a well-supported claim!

PRODUCTIVITY BOOSTER/LIFE AND STUDY HACKS FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND BEYOND | $150 | JESSICA DOUGLASS Grades 5-8: June 28-29 - 2 days - 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Grades 9-12: June 30-July 1 - 2 days - 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Session 1: Organization: keeping track of deadlines, items, etc. How to create and use a task list that (1) works for you, (2) you use, (3) you update. We will practice creating and following calendars. Also will include skills for how to plan ahead for changes in schedule, as well as strategies for keeping track of physical objects like books and shoes. Studying: how to study for tests, how to use memory aids and tricks, and how to organize a study space and materials. Will also focus on how to study every day even when you don’t feel like it and “don’t have homework.”

Session 2: Productivity: chunking deadlines, how to work effectively, explore brain science/psychology behind why certain tactics work better than others so that you can find the best methods for you! Mind/Body connection: learn the basics of how to fuel the body to fuel the mind. Topics will include brief overviews of meditation, sleep habits, nutrition, and self-regulation skills you will actually use.

RESEARCH SKILLS FOR UPPER SCHOOL | JESSICA DOUGLASS

July 12-16 - 12-3 p.m. - Grades 9-12 - virtual or in person - (in person preferred) For students who need an introduction or a refresher on research skills, or for students who want to take their research to the next level. We will practice strategies and techniques used in THS classrooms, including research steps, using databases and NoodleTools. Topics will include: creating research questions; finding and citing sources; reading and notetaking; crafting a thesis from research; and supporting claims from research. We will also explore different citation styles and expectations by discipline.

SAT VERBAL PREP | MEGAN TOY

July 7-July 23 - 3-Week Course - $425 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. OR 12-3 p.m. - Grades 9-11 In this three-week course, students will hone their reading, writing and critical thinking skills in order to prepare for the verbal section of the SAT. The course will include a combination of workbook and Khan Academy practice exercises and will focus on specific strategies for success on the test.

AP PREP FOR EURO, GOV, WORLD HISTORY AND U.S. HISTORY | JASON TOY

July 12-16 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 11-12 Students will explore key historical thinking skills assessed in the multiple choice, short answer, essay and document based question sections of the assessment. They will examine key content in order to become acclimated with the numerous assessment techniques of the Advanced Placement exam. In addition, they will evaluate students’ responses on each assessment technique in order to master the grading rubrics of the Advanced Placement program. Plus, they will reinforce key test taking strategies when tackling each assessment type on the SAT Essay portion as well.

AP ENGLISH LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION PREP | MICHELLE WRAMBEL

July 12-16 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 11-12 Primarily, this course will prepare students to take the AP English Literature and Composition exam. This course focuses on reading, analyzing and writing about literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from various periods. Students will engage in close reading and critical analysis to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to convey meaning. Through reading assignments, students will consider a work’s structure, style and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery and symbolism. We will compose written assignments that include expository, analytical and argumentative essays that will require students to analyze and interpret literary works.

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MEMOIR WRITING | MICHELLE WRAMBEL

July 19-23 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 10-12 In this course, students will read and compose memoirs, seeking to understand how human beings choose to write the stories of their lives. We will discuss the differences between multiple forms of writing including the personal essay, memoir, nonfiction and autobiography. Each of our readings will focus on a particular area of written composition such as style, narration, dialogue or figurative language. We will workshop our written work as a group and learn the benefits of constructive criticism in the style of the University of Iowa’s Writers’ Workshop.

READING NONFICTION FOR ANALYSIS | MICHELLE WRAMBEL

July 26-30 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 10-12 This course is designed for students who are looking to improve their nonfiction reading skills, particularly examining how we can read nonfiction articles to examine bias, evaluate ethos and critique arguments. We will be reading multiple sources ranging from The New Yorker, The Atlantic, Scientific American, Psychology Today and various news publications.

We will discuss the difference between informative and argumentative writing, examine the differences of facts and opinions, and discuss the ways that writers can use statistics to skew their arguments. We will also complete some nonfiction writing of our own by the course’s conclusion.

GETTING READY FOR UPPER SCHOOL MATH

July 26-30 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grade 9 This one-week workshop will provide rising freshmen the opportunity to strengthen and reinforce essential math skills that form a strong foundation for Upper School algebra courses. Topics include linear equations, exponents and radicals, polynomials, factoring and quadratics. Whether online or in person, students will engage, problem solve and apply mathematical techniques using a variety of creative methods.

I THINK, THEREFORE I AM | JESSICA DOUGLASS

August 2-6 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 10-12 Are you interested in big questions about human existence, reality and thought? Are you interested in studying the humanities, law or medicine? This is the course for you. We will explore, in a very brief overview, some of the main questions and foundational thinkers in philosophy, considering both Eastern and Western traditions. The course will be a roundtable discussion format, and no prior knowledge of philosophy is required. We will practice skills of close reading of texts that will come in handy throughout your academic career. Creativity, curiosity and willingness to think big thoughts are the only prerequisites for this course.

SCIENCE AND LAB SKILLS FOR INCOMING 9TH GRADERS

August 2-6 - 8:30-11:30 a.m. - Grades 9-10 This course is a week-long course designed to acclimate incoming ninth graders (or 10th graders who are starting at THS from another school) to the necessary skills for success in the Upper School science program. Highlighted are math skills—primarily algebra and graphical analysis—lab skills that can be done either from the kitchen (at home!) or from the lab, writing scientific data analysis, and the basics of keeping a lab notebook and studying for a science class.

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Vendor Camps *Grades refer to the grade children will be entering in Fall 2021

SILVER HAMMER WORKSHOP

At Tower Hill’s well-equipped woodshop, campers learn how to properly use woodworking tools while creating projects that match their level of skill. These camps are geared to bring out the inner engineer in all boys and girls!

Register at silverhammerworkshop.com June 14-18: Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades K-1) Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. (Grades 3-5) June 21-25: Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades 2-4) Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. (Grades 6-8) July 12-16: Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades 2-4)

Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. (Grades K-1) July 19-23: Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades 2-4)

Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. (Grades 5+)

LONGBOARD | SKIMBOARD CAMP

Two Half Day Sessions: 8:30-11:30 a.m. OR 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grade 5+ Register at highlandsartgarage.com June 28 - July 2: Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Afternoons: 12-3 p.m.

FASCINATION IN FABRICS IMAGINATION WORKSHOP

Join Ms. Bobbi Smith and Ms. Sharon Reynolds for two jam-packed weeks full of fun and some cool crafts to spark your creativity! Learn basic sewing, beginning knitting and embroidery skills. Learn how to tie dye cloth for a cool project to sew. Weave a bracelet or wall hanging. Explore art materials and techniques through easy and fun projects. And so much more! Each week is different, so join in the fun and register early so you won’t miss out! Register at fascinationinfrabrics.com June 21-25:

August 2-6:

Full Day: 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. ($449) Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m. ($249) Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. ($249) Full Day: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ($449) Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m. ($249) Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. ($249)

SEW WHAT?EW WHAT?

Whether you are a beginner or intermediate sewer, this camp will fill your week with lots of fun and interesting sewing projects. Basic sewing skills will be covered each week while exploring different kinds of sewing and embellishments to take your sewing to a new level, created with your style in mind. Ms. Bobbi will surprise and delight you with several projects each day to choose from based on your skill level and interests. Each week will feature different projects and techniques! Register for both and get going sewing for summer fun! Register at fascinationinfrabrics.com July 6-9:

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Full Day: 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. ($360) Mornings: 8:30-11:30 a.m. ($200) Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. ($200)

SEWING FOR YOUR AMERICAN GIRL DOLL

July 19-23 Afternoons: 12-3 p.m. ($249) Spend a week planning and creating a great wardrobe for your American Girl. Beginners will make a simple wardrobe and accessories from basic patterns and use embellishments to personalize their creations. Intermediate sewers will choose a pattern, fabrics and trim and create a stylish wardrobe for their doll while learning to use a pattern. Spend the week with Ms. Bobbi making fun clothes and accessories for your special doll! Learning to sew and loving it! Register at fascinationinfrabrics.com Combine an AM and PM Black Rocket camp to create a personalized bundle!

BLACK ROCKET BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF JUNE 14 - 18

CREATIVE DESIGN AND ROBOTICS

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 The world of the future belongs to … robots! In this cutting-edge class, students will learn the fundamentals of motorized mechanisms, design principles, sensors and sound activation. Separate fact from fantasy by designing and building prototypes of task-oriented robots. Learn problem-solving to improve how their robots function in a series of design challenges! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

DRONE ADVENTURES

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 The Drones are here! Let the battles begin. In this hands-on, interactive class you will learn how to safely fly drone robots.

Working in teams, you will be able to code your drone to compete in missions that will prepare you for the ultimate team challenge at the end of the week. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF JUNE 21 - 25 AM and PM cannot be bundled this week due to age groupings.

CODE BREAKERS

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Calling all future coders, programmers and designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star.

Whether you want to be a Silicon Valley CEO or the high school student who just made $1 million for programming in her bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

CODE EXPLORERS

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Grades 1-3 This camp is geared toward curious young minds that want to take the first steps into the world of programming. Student explorers will use their creativity to solve a series of web-based coding challenges. Each lesson builds fluency in essential digital skills needed for the future. At the end of the class, students will receive access to the interactive learning platform to continue their coding journey at home.​Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF JUNE 28 - JULY 2

YOUTUBE CONTENT CREATORS

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Find your voice and leave your mark on the world; it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the dos and don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship. Develop your on camera presence, your own channel branding and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your own channel with the content created in class! Student

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CAMP BUNDLES

projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

BATTLE ROYALE: MAKE YOUR FIRST FORTNITE® STYLE VIDEO GAME

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Fans of Fortnite, we need you! Instead of playing the game, design your own. Using a professional 3D game development software, build levels and assets inspired by popular battle royale games like Fortnite. Students can participate in eSports League matches against other schools across the country, with a chance to have their levels featured in the Black Rocket master build of the game! This course includes cartoonish action and battle sequences.

Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF JULY 6-9

ROBLOX CODERS AND ENTREPRENEURS

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Discover how to code in the Lua language while playing and designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new class combines game design concepts, coding and fun!

Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX’s fast-growing marketplace to publish their games.

Student-created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

ROBLOX MAKERS

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Unlock the power of ROBLOX® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world ROBLOX® developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your ROBLOX® world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design. Student-created projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF JULY 12-16

MINECRAFT REDSTONE ENGINEERS

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Take the next step beyond simply “playing” Minecraft and become a true Redstone engineer. Expand your redstone knowledge by constructing your own carnival with a variety of mini games, roller coasters and attractions powered

by Redstone. Learn how to use Command and Structure blocks to incorporate them into your builds. Activate your skills and take your Minecraft structures to the next level! Students must own a Java version of Minecraft to access their projects at home. Tablet, phone and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

MINECRAFT MODDERS

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods! Introductory coding will also be taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students must own a Java version of Minecraft to access their projects at home. Tablet, phone and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF JULY 19-23 AM and PM cannot be bundled this week due to age groupings.

BRICKS AND STICKS STOP ANIMATION

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Take your stop motion movies to the next level. First, create a story with Stikbots, Legos, action figures or all three!

Then watch your story come to life using special stop motion software that allows you to add special effects and go beyond the typical software on a mobile device. Students will need to bring in figures, Stikbots or Legos from home, but all other equipment will be provided. Student created films will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

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CAMP BUNDLES

LEGO FILMS AND STOP ACTION

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Rising Grades 1-3 Make your Legos come to life! Bring in your favorite action figures or Legos and create a short film with your friends.

Whether you want to recreate a scene from Star Wars or design a world of your own, this class brings your dreams to the screen. Students will need to bring in Legos and/or action figures from home, but all other equipment is provided.

Student-created films will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF JULY 26-30

YOUTUBE® FX MASTERS - NEW

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 In the digital age, nothing is impossible! Become a master of illusion by learning the techniques used by Hollywood masters to create FX magic. Whether you want to enhance your YouTube videos or create a cool scene to amaze your friends, this class teaches the tools you need. Experiment with visual effects as you learn the dynamics of camera angles, editing, graphic layering and sound effects. Then watch as your new creations take your channel content to the next level!

Student projects are available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

ESPORTS APPRENTICE - STREAMER AND GAMERS

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Whether you want to be the next pro gamer, streamer or gamecaster, this course will teach you the basics to get started!

No longer just a hobby, eSports is a fast growing career for the next generation. Over 400 million people watched YouTube videos and Twitch streams of video game competitions this year alone! In this course, students will develop game play skills and compete using Black Rocket’s eSports games and apps, learn how to produce commentary for live tournaments, use professional streaming software, and most importantly, practice online safety. Student recordings will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Videos will not be broadcast publicly but will be shared with all students in the class.

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CAMP BUNDLES BLACK ROCKET | WEEK OF AUGUST 2-6

PYTHON PROGRAMMERS

8:30-11:30 a.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Want to learn the world’s fastest growing programming language favored by Google, NASA, Youtube and the CIA? ​Learn how to code with Python to create engaging apps and games. Each lesson takes you step by step on a programming path that will let you challenge friends with fun content you create from start to finish!​Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

INVENTOR’S LEAGUE: PROTOTYPING FOR THE FUTURE!

12:30-3:30 p.m., $200 - Grades 3-8 Become an inventor of the future! Learn “rapid prototyping” and problem solving as you conceptualize and design a product to solve a critical global issue. Each day begins with inspirational profiles of young inventors, such as the 11-year-old who coded a robot to find victims of natural disasters. Next, research a problem to tackle in medicine, architecture, the environment or a topic of your choosing. Once your vision is complete, learn how to draft 2D designs, create 3D models and develop a website to pitch your ideas to the class. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

CHESS MASTERS OF DELAWARE

June 21-25, June 28-July 2, August 2-6 12-3 p.m., $165 - Grades K-12 Come play and learn chess from Delaware’s state and national chess champions, Chess Masters of Delaware.

Players will be taught on three levels: beginner, novice and advanced.

WICKLINE CASTING INTRODUCTION TO FILM AND TV

July 26-30 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., $355 - Grades 3-9 Your children will work as cast and crew teams in this cool camp. Kids learn basic levels of acting, directing, voiceover, operating the camera and working on green screen. Script writing, storyboarding and improvisation will also be introduced. Each day is different as campers create projects as commercials, film scenes, music videos and public service announcements. A huge benefit of this camp is increasing memory, reading skills and confidence.

They will truly learn the basics of the biz.

MUSIC VIDEO CAMP

August 2-6 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., $355 - Grades 3-9 Do you have an energetic performer in your household? Perhaps an aspiring choreographer or a video camera enthusiast? This program brings together a fun team that will work in unison on numerous “music videos.”

Campers will immerse themselves in on-camera movement, dancing, choreography and telling a story through music interpretation. Campers take turns in front of and behind the camera. This fun cast and crew team will promise a fun-packed day while learning new skills in team building, management and artistic creation.

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Sports WEEK OF JUNE 14-18 GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

Due to space limitations, our sports program is only able to accommodate one program per week this summer. We look forward to offering more sports camps again next summer.

$300 - 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Grades 4-8 Learn to love the fun game of basketball. Emphasis on offensive and defensive skills. Players will participate in game-like situation drills and organized scrimmages. Coached by Tower Hill basketball coach Amanda Blackstone.

WEEK OF JUNE 21-24 (4 DAYS, MONDAY-THURSDAY) ARSENAL FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT USA SUMMER CAMPS

Arsenal USA Summer Camp will provide world-class soccer development for boys and girls ages 6-14. Players of all skill levels will receive specialized training based on the Arsenal methodology to improve their game awareness and gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the world’s most popular sport.

More information and registration at arsenalsoccercampsusa.com

WEEK OF JUNE 28-JULY 2 GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL

$300 - 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Grades 4-8 Camp will focus on learning/improving basic techniques while allowing the players to play in game-like situations.

Games and instruction will be presented in a non-intimidating, fun atmosphere. Coached by Tower Hill volleyball coach Amanda Blackstone.

WEEK OF JULY 12-16

JR. 76ERS CAMPS

Boys and girls ages 7-13 will develop skills in shooting, ball handling, passing, defense, rebounding and movement in a fun and positive learning environment. In addition, players will build on character muscles that all leaders possess on and off the court.

Register at jr76erscamps.com

WEEK OF JULY 19-23

GIRLS’ SOCCER

$300 - 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Grades 4-8 Camp will focus on learning/improving basic techniques while allowing the players to play in game-like situations. Games and instruction will be presented in a non-intimidating, fun atmosphere. Coached by Tower Hill soccer coach Amy Champion.

WEEK OF JULY 26-30

GIRLS’ FIELD HOCKEY

$300 - 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Grades 4-8 Focus on building the fundamental skills for the Middle School player, whether she is new to the sport or is looking to develop her skills for future high school play. Emphasis on basic stick skills, defensive techniques, teamwork and offensive tactics. Players will also participate in small games and scrimmages. Coached by Delaware Sharks coach Paul Zelenak.

WEEK OF AUGUST 2

GIRLS’ LACROSSE

$300 - 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Grades 4-8 Focus on building the fundamental skills for the Middle School player, whether she is new to the sport or is looking to develop her skills for future high school play. Emphasis on basic stick skills, defensive techniques, teamwork and offensive tactics. Players will also participate in small games and scrimmages. Coached by Tower Hill assistant girls’ lacrosse coach Casey Yuros.

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Policies REGISTRATION POLICY / REFUNDS

If circumstances require that you must cancel your registration, then you will be charged $25 per camp, $50 per camp two weeks before and $100 per camp one week before the start of the camp. For before care, you will be charged $2 per week and for after care $5 per week to process your refund.

After that or during the program, refunds will be offered for illnesses or accidents with a physician’s note, less a $50 administration fee. During the program, refunds may be pro-rated based on the length of attendance, less a $50 administrative fee. The Summer at Tower Hill Program reserves the right to cancel or modify individual programs due to enrollment or weather conditions. If Tower Hill decides a program change is necessary, the student will be placed in an alternative program or the program will provide a full refund.

PHOTO RELEASE

Photo release in online registration states that Tower Hill School may use a camper’s name, portrait or likeness, video or artwork in connection with Summer at Tower Hill activities, in publicizing or in social media as well as future known or unknown technologies.

PROCEDURES

Tower Hill School has adopted the following procedures in caring for your child when he/she becomes sick or injured at school: In case of a life-threatening emergency, the school will call 911 and then follow the steps below. In case of other emergencies and/or need of medical or hospital care: 1. The school will call the home.

2. If there is no answer at home, the school will call the father’s, mother’s or guardian’s place of employment.

3. If there is no answer at the place(s) of employment, the school will call the other telephone number(s) listed and the physician.

4. If none of the above answer, the school will call an ambulance, if necessary, to transport the child to a local medical facility.

5. Based upon the medical judgment of the attending physician, the child may be admitted to a local medical facility.

6. The school will continue to call the parents, guardians or physician until one is reached. If they cannot be reached and the school authorities have followed the procedures described, parents/guardians agree to assume all expenses for moving and medically treating the camper. Parents/guardians consent to any treatment, surgery, diagnostic procedures or the administration of anesthesia that may be carried out based on the medical judgment of the attending physician.

BEHAVIOR POLICY

All students must conduct themselves in a responsible and respectful manner while attending Summer at Tower Hill. All campers in the Green Group must be potty trained before camp begins. Any camper who is involved in inappropriate behavior that raises significant concerns will be subject to immediate dismissal and forfeiture of payment.

LIABILITY WAIVER/CONSENT (See Health section on page 15)

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PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF PROCEDURES DAY CAMP

All parents of campers will arrive and be dismissed using a carline to expedite our dismissal process. If your child’s dismissal arrangements change for the day, please send a note to your child’s camp teacher in the morning. We appreciate learning about dismissal changes upon your child’s arrival; however, if a change is necessary, please call the Day Camp Office 302-575-0550.

Please follow the State of Delaware’s regulations regarding car seats, seat belts and rear seating for children. Students must be seated in the rear of passenger vehicles and be secured in booster seats if they weigh less than 60 pounds. Children over 60 pounds must use seat belts.

In order to dismiss all children safely at each day camp’s end, it is imperative that all drivers refrain from cell phone use for talking or texting while waiting in the car line as this has proven to be a distraction and a delay.

Day camp students are expected to remain in their parents’ cars until a staff member gets the camper from the vehicle during the morning. In the afternoon, children will be escorted to their vehicles by day camp staff. The streets immediately surrounding the school are subject to heavy traffic and, as a result, are extremely dangerous. Parents are asked to abide by following the procedures listed below: 1.

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Carline will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m. in the morning and 3 p.m. in the afternoon.

Cars may begin lining up in the horseshoe at 8:15 a.m. in the morning and 2:45 p.m. in the afternoon.

Follow car line routes as directed.

Students will be called by last name to your vehicle in the afternoon.

Exit the parking lot safely upon receiving your child from camp staff.

Please be on time to pick up your child from camp or aftercare. Any children not picked up on time at either 3 p.m. for day camp or 5:30 p.m. from aftercare will be charged $1 per minute.

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All Enrichment Camps take place in the main school building. Campers should be escorted to their camp via the main school entrance on W. 17th Street. Campers enrolled in multiple programs and/or extended care will be accompanied by the camp staff during transitions.

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EXTENDED CARE

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Campers should be dropped off and picked up at the flag pole on W. 17th Street.

Parents should escort campers into the Day Camp building for Before Care, and collect them from the building from After Care.

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Health COVID-19 GUIDANCE

Daily symptom screening will be completed each morning by a parent/guardian for all students participating in camp.

A link will be sent via text message and email. Once submitted, you will receive an all clear message to come to camp.

Students will not be permitted at camp if this daily screening is not completed. If you received a denied access to camp message, please keep all household members at home and contact the medical team (aherbein@towerhill.org AND mphillips@towerhill.org) for further guidance.

Any possible exposure to COVID-19 should be reported to the school nurse, Alexis Herbein (aherbein@towerhill. org) immediately. A decision will be made on a case-by-case basis to determine exposure risk and if a quarantine period is required. Students will not be permitted at camp until they have received clearance from the school nurse.

Students experiencing possible symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough, shortness of breath, sudden loss of taste and/ or smell, headache, fatigue, muscle or body aches, GI upset or sore throat) will not be permitted at camp. Please keep your camper home and notify the medical team immediately. All members of the household (even those that are healthy) must also stay home until the symptomatic person receives a negative COVID-19 test or has a note from a medical provider for clearance to return to camp.

MEDICAL FORMS FOR CAMP

All campers will be assigned an account on the Magnus Health Portal where we will collect the following documents: • Camp Policies Sign-off • Current Physical Exam • Vaccination Record • Allergy and Asthma Action Plan (if necessary) THS students do not need to upload a new form, but should make sure all forms are up to date.

Visits to the camp medical staff will be recorded in Magnus and parents can expect an email detailing each visit when the student visit is complete. The medical staff will call home for any emergencies requiring dismissal or a visit to a physician.

MASK PROTOCOL Summer at Tower Hill campers and staff are required to wear a 3-ply surgical mask (in compliance with the CDC) at all times. THS is required by the state to provide masks to all employees and will do so. Campers will need to supply their own masks or purchase from the school store.

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After daily use, masks must be washed at home.

If the THS mask cannot be worn, a 3-ply surgical mask would be minimally sufficient. N95 and KN95 masks are acceptable. No respirators/masks with valves may be worn. No homemade masks, gaiters or other stylized masks will be permitted.

When putting on a mask, use clean hands and touch only the ear straps/ties. Do not touch or adjust masks without cleaning hands before and after.

Remove masks by the ear straps/ties; between uses, masks should be folded and stored in a clean paper bag or breathable container.

Source: CDC

HAND HYGIENE

Hand hygiene is one of our most important tasks in order to prevent the spread of illness.

• Campers and staff will have access to handwashing facilities; supplies and hand sanitizer are also available in each classroom.

• Campers should sanitize their hands upon entering and exiting each classroom.

• Additional hand sanitizer stations have been added throughout the school.

• Staff will increase hand hygiene efforts with regular and frequent hand hygiene routines (including but not limited to: entrance into building, before and after each class change, in between activities, before and after eating or drinking, after bathroom use, etc.).

• Gloves will not be used routinely except when cleaning or handling bodily fluids.

PHYSICAL DISTANCING

Physical distancing will be a priority for all persons on campus.

• Students and staff will make every effort to maintain the recommended distance of 6 feet or greater between individuals, including when seated at desks or standing in classrooms.

• Individual desks will be used, reducing or eliminating shared table seating. When tables have to be shared, students will be seated the recommended 6 feet or greater between individuals.

• Desks will be arranged so they are facing in the same direction.

• Outdoor spaces and resources will be utilized as much as possible during the day.

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People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported, ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus.

People with these symptoms may have COVID-19: • Fever or chills • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Sore throat • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing • Congestion or runny nose • Fatigue • Nausea or vomiting • Muscle or body aches • Diarrhea • Headache

Our medical team has received increased training in identifying potential COVID-19 symptoms and will make a decision on a case by case basis utilizing assessment skills, patient history and input from DPH as appropriate. If COVID-19 is suspected or any other symptoms that require exclusion in accordance with our Tower Hill Illness Guidelines, the parent/guardian will be notified and the student will remain isolated until picked up for dismissal.

The sick individual will be asked to remain off campus until symptom free in accordance with our Tower Hill Illness Guidelines.

Additionally, the current recommendation from DPH is to quarantine all members in the household of the infected person to limit secondary spread of COVID-19. This means, if one sibling is sent home with possible COVID-19 symptoms, all siblings will also be dismissed. The student and their sibling(s) will not be allowed back to camp until they receive a negative test result. Once a negative test result has been confirmed by the medical team and DPH, all well siblings will be permitted back on campus.

When a member of the THS community receives a positive diagnosis for COVID-19, the school nurse must be notified immediately. The school nurse will work with DPH to complete contact tracing and identify those contacts that are at high risk for contracting the disease. Those that are identified as a contact will be notified immediately and given further instructions regarding symptom surveillance and quarantine. The privacy of each individual will be respected and information will only be shared that aids in the protection of public health.

DPH defines a contact as “a well person who has been exposed to a case or a case’s environment such that they had an opportunity to acquire the infection.” Precautions like social distancing and face coverings significantly reduce the chances of a person being named in contact tracing as a contact. The current protocol for an identified contact is to quarantine for the entire 14-day incubation period to eliminate the possibility of spread to other individuals in the community. Individual cases will be evaluated by DPH and the Tower Hill School nurse for guidance on when it is safe to return to school.

CONTACT TRACING

Contact tracing prevents further transmission of disease by confidentially identifying people who have been in close contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19. According to DPH, because of our strict masking and distancing protocol, positive individuals may not need contact tracing except in the cases where masks were off or distance could not be maintained. Contact tracing will work in tandem with efforts to increase testing, practice effective strategies to reduce transmission, and implement isolation and quarantine protocols. Contact tracing will be conducted by the school nurse in collaboration with DPH.

COMMUNICATION

Tower Hill will communicate anonymized data about positive test results to the families as we become aware of them.

The school will work concurrently with DPH on individual contact tracing and all ensuing mitigation protocols with sensitivity to privacy. Mitigation may include extra cleaning, further testing, self-quarantine, the closure of certain grades or divisions, or the closure of camp. It is important to note that the identification of a positive case does not mean that your student will be identified as a contact. Follow up communications will occur as necessary.

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All Summer Long Register online at

TOWERHILL.ORG/SUMMER Tower Hill School

2813 West 17th Street, Wilmington, DE 19806 302-575-0550, ext. 209