Summer at the Academy 2019

EXPLORE

MORE. Summer at the Academy

EXPLORE. CREATE. DISCOVER. PREPARE. We are excited to provide a wide variety of classes to help enlighten, excite and energize you for the summer. We offer everything from art classes to sports camps, from math and reading classes to computer courses. Some classes are for credit, some for enrichment, some for remediation and some just for fun. We hope you find your time with us both rewarding and enjoyable this summer.

General registration begins April 3 at 8 p.m. Class of 2020 seniors may register early on April 2, starting at 8 p.m. (An email will be sent to senior parents on April 2 with a link to the registration page.) Please go to TrinityChristian. org/ summer to register. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call me at 972.931.8325, ext. 3414.

Steve Mercer

DIRECTOR OF SUMMER PROGRAMS

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Register online: TrinityChristian.org/summer Our mission

Trinity Christian Academy is an independent, coeducational school, which offers Christian families and their children a demanding college preparatory curriculum within a Christian community committed to integrating biblical faith and learning. The school desires to educate and develop the whole person for the glory of God by helping equip each student to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ and to become a faithful disciple of Him.

How to register

Registration is online only. Please go to TrinityChristian.org/summer and follow the instructions for registration and payment.

Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. We reserve the right to cancel any class that is under-subscribed.

Location

Trinity Christian Academy is located in far north Dallas at the intersection of Sojourn and Addison roads. The address is 17001 Addison Road. Our phone number is 972.931.8325.

Dress code

Summer is a time to dress casually. However, we expect that students’ attire will reflect a sense of good taste. Shorts, t-shirts and jeans are acceptable.

Academic credit

Students desiring credit for high school courses should discuss certification with their home schools before enrolling at TCA. A final report of work and grades will be sent to parents and to the schools concerned.

Conduct

We expect students to uphold the traditions of an academic community in which all members accept their responsibilities of honesty, integrity and proper behavior. We reserve the right to dismiss any student who does not conform to these laws of behavior. In the event of dismissal, no refund will be issued, nor will credit be given for course work.

Notice of nondiscriminatory policy for students

Trinity Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Refund policy

Refunds are made only in the event that a course is canceled, or, in the case of a withdrawal for illness, 75 percent of the course fee will be refunded.

What’s inside

To help you locate classes appropriate to your child’s age, we’ve organized the courses into the following categories: Lower School Club SciKidz Dallas (Lower School & Middle School) Middle School Upper School Upper School Technology Athletics Adults are welcome in many of our classes, as well.

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COURSE CALENDAR WEEK AT A GLANCE WEEK 1: JUNE 3–7 ATHLETICS Cross Country Section 1 (T & Th) LS & MS Trojan Baseball Camp Section 1 (Grades 6–8) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Boys Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) Little Trojan Volleyball Camp Section 1 MS Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Volleyball Camp Section 1 US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 1 (T & Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 1 (T & Th)

8–9 a.m.

8 a.m.–noon 8:15–9:45 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

9–11 a.m.

11 a.m.–noon 11 a.m.–noon noon–2 p.m.

3:15–4:45 p.m.

3–4 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

WEEK 2: JUNE 10–14 LOWER SCHOOL Accelerated Reading Club Section 1 (Grades 2–4) Accelerated Math Section 1 (Grades 3–4) Multiplication Mania Section 1 (Grades 3–4) Art StART Section 1 Memory Matters Section 1 (Grades 3–4) Sky Ranch Launch Camp Section 1 MIDDLE SCHOOL Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: The Twenty-One Balloons Section 1 Math Bridges: Get Prepared for Fifth-Grade Math Section 1 Clay Camp on the Wheel Section 1 Musical Theater Workshop: Disney Musical Revue Section 1 Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: King of the Wind Section 1 Summer Reading, Seventh Grade: Refugee Section 1 Summer Reading, Seventh Grade:Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer Section 1 Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler Section 1 Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: Out of My Mind Section 1 Writing Preparation for Seventh Grade Section 1 Math Bridges: Get Prepared for Sixth-Grade Math Section 1 Memory Matters Section 1 (Fifth Grade) UPPER SCHOOL Bug Camp Section 1 (M–Th) Freshman Summer Reading: The Tale of Troy Section 1 (M–Th) Sophomore Summer Reading: Candide Section 1 Health Section 1 (1st of 2 Weeks) Intro to Digital Graphics Section 1

8–10 a.m.

10 a.m.–noon 12:30–2:30 p.m.

1–3 p.m.

2:30–4:30 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9–11 a.m.

9–11 a.m.

9 a.m.–12noon 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9:30–11:30 a.m.

10 a.m.–noon 10 a.m.–noon noon–2 p.m.

12:30–2:30 p.m.

1–3 p.m.

1–3 p.m.

2:30–4:30 p.m.

8–10 a.m.

8–10 a.m.

8–10 a.m.

8 a.m.–12noon 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Here’s an easy-to-follow calendar, showing all the summer classes week by week. You can find full course descriptions, days/times and fees for each class on pages 7–19.

Intro to Python Programming (Honors) Section 1 Senior Summer Reading: Life of Pi Section 1 College Application Essay Writing Workshop Section 1 Bug Camp Section 2 (M–Th) Freshman Summer Reading: The Tale of Troy Section 2 Money 101 Section 1 (M–Th) Sophomore Summer Reading: Candide Section 2 College Application Essay Writing Workshop Section 2 Bug Camp Section 3 (M–Th) Health Section 2 (1st of 2 Weeks) Sophomore Summer Reading: Candide Section 3 Junior Summer Reading: The Crucible Section 1 (M–Th)

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8:30–10:30 a.m.

9–11 a.m.

10 a.m.–12noon 10 a.m.–12noon 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

10:05 a.m.–12:05 p.m.

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

12:30–2:30 p.m.

12:45–4:45 p.m.

1:00–3:00 p.m.

1–3:30 p.m.

ATHLETICS LS & MS Trojan Baseball Camp Section 2 (Grades 1–5) Cross Country Section 2 (T & Th) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Boys Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Trojan Football Camp Section 1 MS Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 2 (T & Th) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 2 (T & Th)

8 a.m.–noon 8–9 a.m.

8:15–9:45 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

10 a.m.–12noon 11 a.m.–noon 11 a.m.–noon 3–4 p.m.

3:15–4:45 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

WEEK 3: JUNE 17–21 LOWER SCHOOL Accelerated Reading Club Section 2 (Grades 2–4) 8–10 a.m.

Cheerleading Camp Section 1 (Grades 1–2) 9–10:30 a.m.

Dance Team Camp Section 1 (Grades 3–4) 9–10:30 a.m.

Animal Artists Section 1 9 a.m.–noon Accelerated Math Section 2 (Grades 3–4) 10 a.m.–noon Cheerleading Camp Section 2 (Grades 3–4) 10:30 a.m.–noon Dance Team Camp Section 2 (Grades 1–2) 10:30 a.m.–noon Publishing Company Section 1 (Grades 3–4) 12:30–3:30 p.m.

Girls Draw & DIY Section 1 1–4 p.m.

Sky Ranch Launch Camp Section 2 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Little Scientist Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Adventure in Minecraft Game Design Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Cosmos Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Little Robot Engineer Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Young Physician Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Emergency Vet Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club Scientific: Camp Video Game Factory Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

MIDDLE SCHOOL Clay Camp on the Wheel Section 2 9 a.m.–noon Musical Theater Workshop: Disney Musical Revue Section 2 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: Tuck Everlasting Section 1 9–11 a.m.

Math Bridges: Get Prepared for Fifth-Grade Math Section 2 9–11 a.m.

Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: King of the Wind Section 2 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Summer Reading, Seventh Grade:Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer Section 2 10 a.m.–noon Summer Reading, Seventh Grade: Refugee Section 2 10 a.m.–noon Summer Reading, Eighth Grade: The Outsiders Section 1 10 a.m.–noon Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: The Indian in the Cupboard Section 1 noon–2 p.m.

Summer Reading, Sixth Grade: Out of My Mind Section 2 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Publishing Company Section 1 (Grades 5–6) 12:30–3:30 p.m.

Writing Preparation for Seventh-Grade Section 2 1–3 p.m.

Math Bridges: Get Prepared for Sixth-Grade Math Section 2 1–3 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Emergency Vet Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club Scientific: Camp Video Game Factory Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

UPPER SCHOOL Health Section 1 (second of two weeks) Health Section 3 (first of two weeks) Mural Painting Section 1 Pre-APCS (Java) (Honors) Section 1 Junior Summer Reading: The Sun Also Rises Section 1 (M–Th) Freshman Summer Reading: The Tale of Troy Section 3 (M–Th) Bug Camp Section 4 (M–Th) Health Section 2 (second of two weeks) Health Section 4 (first of two weeks) Junior Summer Reading: The Sun Also Rises Section 2 (M–Th)

8 a.m.–noon 8 a.m.–noon 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

9–11:30 a.m.

10 a.m.–noon 12:30–2:30 p.m.

12:45–4:45 p.m.

12:45–4:45 p.m.

1–3:30 p.m.

ATHLETICS Cross Country Section 3 (T & Th) Football Fun Camp (Grades K–3) Section 1 Girls Softball Camp Section 1 MS Boys Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) LS Trojan Football Camp (Grades 4–6) Section 1 US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 3 (T & Th) US Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 3 (T & Th)

8–9 a.m.

8:30–11 a.m.

8:30–11 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

8:15–9:45 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

11 a.m.–noon 11 a.m.–noon noon–2:30 p.m.

3:15–4:45 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

3–4 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

MIDDLE SCHOOL Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: Tuck Everlasting Section 2 9–11 a.m.

Math Bridges: Get Prepared for Seventh-Grade Math Section 1 9–11 a.m.

Writing Preparation for Eighth Grade Section 1 10 a.m.–noon Summer Reading, Fifth Grade: The Indian in the Cupboard Section 2 noon–2 p.m.

Math Bridges: Get Prepared for Eighth-Grade Math Section 1 1–3 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Master Minecraft Coder Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Club SciKidz: Camp Robot Engineer Section 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

UPPER SCHOOL Health Section 3 (second of two weeks) Intro to Art Section 1 Intro to Digital Photography Section 1 Intro to Business Graphics Design (Honors) Section 1 Health Section 4 (second of two weeks)

8 a.m.–12noon 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

12:45–4:45 p.m.

ATHLETICS Cross Country Section 4 (T & Th) 8–9 a.m.

LS Trojan Girls Basketball Camp Section 1 (Grades 1–2) (M–Th) 9–11 a.m.

LS Trojan Girls Basketball Camp Section 2 (Grades 3–5) (M–Th) 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

MS Boys Athletic Development (M–Th) 9–10:30 a.m.

US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) 8:15–9:45 a.m.

US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) 9–10:30 a.m.

MS Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) 11 a.m.–noon US Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) 11 a.m.–noon US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) 3:15–4:45 p.m.

US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) 4–5:30 p.m.

MS Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 4 (T & Th) 3–4 p.m.

US Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 4 (T & Th) 4–5 p.m.

FIRST WEEK OF JULY JULY 1–5 (CLOSED EXCEPT FOR ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT) MS Boys Athletic Development (M–W) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–W) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–W) MS Girls Athletic Development (M–W) US Girls Athletic Development (M–W) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–W) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–W)

9–10:30 a.m.

8:15–9:45 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

11 a.m.–noon 11 a.m.–noon 3:15–4:45 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

WEEK 4: JUNE 24–28 LOWER SCHOOL Accelerated Reading Club Section 3 (Grades 2–4) Accelerated Math Section 3 (Grades 3–4) Fourth-Grade Training Camp Section 1 Oh, the Places You’ll Go . . . with Books Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Junior Chemist Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Little Engineer Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Grossology Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Sea Adventure Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Stop-Motion Explosion Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Master Minecraft Coder Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Robot Engineer Section 1

8–10 a.m.

10 a.m.–noon 12:30–4:30 p.m.

1–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

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WEEK 5: JULY 8–12 LOWER SCHOOL Cross Cheer: Traditional Cross Cheer Camp Section 1 Cross Cheer: All-Star Prep Camp Section 2 Club SciKidz: Camp Jr. Meteorologist Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Adventure in Minecraft Game Design Section 2 Club SciKidz: Camp Cosmos Section 2 Club SciKidz: Camp Little Robot Engineer Section 2 Club SciKidz: Camp Young Physician Section 2 Club SciKidz: Camp Advanced Robotics Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Special Effects Section 1

9 a.m.–noon 1:30–4:30 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

MIDDLE SCHOOL Club SciKidz: Camp Advanced Robotics Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Special Effects Section 1

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

UPPER SCHOOL Health Section 5 (first of two weeks) Intro to Multimedia Section 1 Intro to Webpage Design (Honors) Section 1 Health Section 6 (first of two weeks)

8 a.m.–12noon 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

12:45–4:45 p.m.

ATHLETICS Cross Country Section 5 (T & Th) LS Trojan Boys Basketball Camp Section 1 (M–Th) MS Boys Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Trojan Boys Basketball Camp Section 1 (M–Th) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 5 (T & Th) US Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 5 (T & Th)

8–9 a.m.

9 a.m.–noon 9–10:30 a.m.

8:15–9:45 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

11 a.m.–noon 11 a.m.–noon 1–4 p.m.

3:15–4:45 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

3–4 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

WEEK 6: JULY 15–19 LOWER SCHOOL Club SciKidz: Camp Young Scientist Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Little Engineer Section 2 Club SciKidz: Camp Little Scientist Section 2 Club SciKidz: Camp Grossology Section 2

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

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Club Scientific: Camp Jr. Video Game Maker Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp RPG Game Maker Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Young Surgeon Section 1 Space Camp Section 1

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

MIDDLE SCHOOL Summer Reading, Eighth Grade: Running for My Life Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp Young Surgeon Section 1 Club SciKidz: Camp RPG Game Maker Section 1 Summer Reading, Eighth Grade: The Outsiders Section 2

9–11 a.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

10 a.m.–noon

UPPER SCHOOL Health Section 5 (second of two weeks ) 8 a.m.–noon Intro to Spreadsheet Design Section 1 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Intro to Webpage Programming-Java Script & Graphics (Honors) 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Section 1 Sophomore Summer Reading: A Tale of Two Cities Section 1 8–10:30 a.m.

Junior Summer Reading: The Sun Also Rises Section 3 (M–Th) 9:30–noon Junior Summer Reading: The Crucible Section 2 10 a.m.–noon Health Section 6 (second of two weeks) 12:45–4:45 p.m.

Sophomore Summer Reading: A Tale of Two Cities Section 2 10:35 a.m.–1:05 p.m.

Junior Summer Reading: The Sun Also Rises Section 4 (M–Th) 1–3:30 p.m.

Junior Summer Reading: The Crucible Section 3 1–3 p.m.

Sophomore Summer Reading: A Tale of Two Cities Section 3 2–4:30 p.m.

ATHLETICS Cross Country Section 6 (T & Th) MS Boys Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) Little Trojan Volleyball Camp Section 2 MS Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Volleyball Camp Section 2 US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 6 (T & Th) US Girls Volleyball Team Training Section 6 (T & Th)

8–9 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

8:15–9:45 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

9–11 a.m.

11 a.m.–noon 11 a.m.–noon noon–2 p.m.

3:15–4:45 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

3–4 p.m.

4–5 p.m.

WEEK 7: JULY 22–26 MIDDLE SCHOOL Writing Preparation for Sixth Grade Section 1 Writing Preparation for Eighth Grade Section 2 Summer Reading, Eighth Grade: Running for My Life Section 2

10 a.m.–noon 10 a.m.–noon 10 a.m.–noon

UPPER SCHOOL Intermediate Webpage Programming (Honors) Section 1 Senior Summer Reading: Life of Pi Section 2 College Application Essay Writing Workshop Section 3 Senior Summer Reading: Life of Pi Section 3

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

8:30–10:30 a.m.

11 a.m.–1 p.m.

1:30–3:30 p.m.

ATHLETICS Cross Country Section 7 (T & Th) MS Boys Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Ninth–Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th) MS Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) US Girls Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Ninth-Grade Athletic Development (M–Th) US Boys Grades 10–12 Athletic Development (M–Th)

8–9 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

8:15–9:45 a.m.

9–10:30 a.m.

11 a.m.–noon 11 a.m.–noon 3:15–4:45 p.m.

4–5:30 p.m.

LOWER SCHOOL ACCELERATED MATH CLUB

CHEERLEADING!

Brush up on your skills or jump to the head of the class! The Accelerated Math Club provides group and individual lessons plus assignments designed to meet the specific needs of each student. A computerized test given the first day of class determines each child’s individual ability and enables the math coach to customize a program of study targeting each child’s needs. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Come spend a SPIRIT-filled week with the varsity cheerleaders and learn some of the awesome skills they do at games and pep rallies. Learn cheers, chants, jumps, stunts and a routine to music. Participants will perform what they learn during Little Trojan week of the varsity football season. Parents will see all the new skills campers learn at the show-off performance for both the cheerleading and dance team camps after camp is over on Friday, June 21, from 11:30 a.m. to noon. You will also perform either at the pep rally (grades 1–2), or on the field (grades 3–4) during Little Trojan Week in the fall. New routines are taught each summer. NOTE: Please bring a water bottle and a snack if you are participating in both the cheerleading and dance team camps. We take care of getting the girls safely to Dance Team Camp if they are attending both.

Section 1: June 10–14, 10 a.m.–noon Section 2: June 17–21, 10 a.m.–noon Section 3: June 24–28, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grades: 3–4 Fee: $115

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

ACCELERATED READING CLUB Section 1: June 10–14, 8–10 a.m.

Section 2: June 17–21, 8–10 a.m.

Section 3: June 24–28, 8–10 a.m.

Entering grades: 2–4 Fee: $115

Summer reading is fun! The Accelerated Reading Club provides group and individual lessons designed to make reading enjoyable, while increasing comprehension, developing skills and building vocabulary. A computerized test given the first day of class determines each child’s individual reading range and enables the reading coach to help students select books based on ability and interest. WARNING! Research shows students who do not read during the summer break experience learning loss! Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

ANIMAL ARTISTS

Section 1: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–noon Entering grades: 2–4 Fee: $135 (includes t-shirt and all supplies)

Join us and learn all about animals . . . through ART. Using printmaking, painting, drawing and sculpting, campers will learn about how past artists captured the beauty of nature in their work and how we can do the same! Campers are sure to get their hands messy but their brains working as they create beautiful, WILD treasures to take home! Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Lindsay Carreker

ART START

Section 1: June 10–14, 1–3 p.m.

Entering grades: PreK–2 Fee: $135

StART your summer off right by making ART with your friends! Our week will include experiences with painting, drawing, collage and sculpture. We’ll have fun and get messy with an emphasis on process and exploration, so make sure to bring your biggest imagination to share! Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Section 1: June 17–21, 9–10:30 a.m., entering grades: 1–2 Section 2: June 17–21, 10:30 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 3–4 Fee: $115 (includes t-shirt)

Instructors: Coach Robin Rice and the varsity cheerleaders

CROSS CHEER CHEERLEADING CAMP!

Traditional Cross Cheer Camp, Section 1, ages: 4–6: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–noon All-Star Prep Camp, Section 2, ages: 6–11: July 8–12, 1:30–4:30 p.m.

Fee: $150 (includes t-shirt & crafts)

Cross Cheer traditional camps introduce young girls to cheerleading in a Christ-centered atmosphere. Campers will learn basic cheer techniques including motions, jumps, cheers, tumbling, stunting and a dance to music. Crafts, snacks, games and interactive devotionals are interlaced throughout each camp day to make learning about cheerleading and Jesus a blast! Look forward to an end-of-camp performance the last 30 minutes of camp. The ALL NEW All-Star Prep Camp is for our beginner cheerleaders looking to take their cheerleading exposure to the next level of All-Star Cheerleading. Camp activities will focus on stunts, tumbling, jumps and dance. By the end of the week, these all-star cheer elements will be choreographed in a routine to be performed on the last day of camp. All elements of the routine will be appropriate and Christian-based, including music. To find out more information and to register for this camp go to www.CrossCheer.com.

Instructors: Cross Cheer Coaching Staff

DANCE TEAM: DANCE WITH THE TROJANETTES! Section 1: June 17–21, 9–10:30 a.m., entering grades: 3–4 Section 2: June 17–21, 10:30 a.m.– noon, entering grades: 1–2 Fee: $115 (includes t-shirt and poms)

5, 6, 7, 8—Come dance with the Trojanettes! Learn a fun dance routine with your very own pom-poms that you will get to keep after you perform in the fall! Parents can see all the new dance moves at the show-off performance for both the dance team and cheerleading camps at the end of camp on Friday, June 21, from 11:30 a.m. to noon. You will also perform either at the pep rally (grades 1–2) or on the field (grades 3–4) during Little Trojan Week in the fall.

New material is taught each summer. NOTE: Please bring a water bottle and a snack if you are participating in the back-to-back dance team and cheerleading camps. We take care of getting the girls safely to Cheer Camp if they are attending both camps.

Instructors: Kelsey Duncan and the Trojanettes

Instructor: Adria Warner

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FOURTH-GRADE TRAINING CAMP

OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL GO . . . WITH BOOKS

Get fired up for fourth grade! You will get a taste of all the things that make fourth grade at TCA special—KTCA, carpool duty, bonus bucks, the fourth-grade store and more! Train for KTCA and be ready to broadcast the first few weeks of school. Homework, tests and projects will be introduced, and you’ll have a chance to sample each. Learn how to organize your notebook, keep your bank account in order and avoid SNURKS! You’ll earn bonus bucks and have money in your fourth-grade bank account before school even begins! Best of all, you’ll make new friends and meet people who will be in your class. This course is strongly recommended for students new to TCA. Open to students entering TCA fourth grade only. Please bring a sack lunch, water bottle and snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.

Instructors: Cheryl Utley and Laurie Dickens

Come spend a week with us as we explore a new children’s story each day. We will learn to love new authors, characters and adventures. Build your child’s love for literature early. This class will be filled with fun activities that will revolve around the story we read each day. We will do crafts, sing, act out stories and make yummy snacks inspired by our story of the day.

Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Section 1: June 24–28, 12:30–4:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 4 (TCA students only) Fee: $200

GIRLS DRAW & DIY

Section 1: June 24–28, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grade: Kindergarten Fee: $200

Instructors: Lynne Klein and Kimberley Hechtner

PUBLISHING COMPANY

Section 1: June 17–21, 12:30–3:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 3–4 Fee: $165

Calling all crafty gals! We will learn about the principles of good design through drawing, painting, sculpting . . . even GLITTER & SLIME! Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Calling young authors! Spark your imagination, get creative and find a way with words.

Using Writing Workshop techniques, each student will write, illustrate and publish his or her own work. At the completion of the class, your child will not only have a book to share with family and friends, but he or she will also have a writer’s notebook filled with enough ideas to keep writing and publishing for the rest of the summer! Please bring a water bottle and snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per class.

MEMORY MATTERS!

SKY RANCH LAUNCH CAMP

Section 1: June 17–21, 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 2–4 Fee: $135 (includes t-shirt and all supplies) Instructor: Lindsay Carreker

Section 1: June 10–14, 2:30–4:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 3–4 Fee: $115

Boost your memory through a variety of games and exercises from easy to challenging.

Short-term or working memory is a key factor in academic success, since it impacts our ability to learn, reason and comprehend. We’ll also learn some tricks for memorizing spelling words, math facts and Bible verses. Don’t forget to sign up! Please bring a water bottle and snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 16 students per class.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

MULTIPLICATION MANIA!

Section 1: June 10–14, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 3–4 Fee: $115

Accurate and automatic recall of math facts is one of the greatest indicators of success in elementary mathematics. If you are just beginning to learn the facts or you’re ready to master them, join us for a fun-filled week of multiplication mania! We’ll use a wide variety of handson activities, apps and games that make mastering multiplication a breeze. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day. Maximum enrollment is 12 students per class.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

Section 1: June 10–14, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Entering grades: K–4 Fee: $280

Sky Ranch Christian Camps is bringing all the fun, discovery and growth of a week of day camp to TCA. Our staff of highly trained, Christian counselors will interact with your child in a week of purposeful play. Each day will include six separate activities to provide a variety of new experiences for your child. Giant inflatables, crazy sports with a camp twist, teambuilding games, Bible exploration and tons of creative fun will leave your child begging for a camp experience all summer long. Please bring a sack lunch and drink. Enrollment is limited to 75 campers per week. Please register for Launch Camp through Sky Ranch at http://skyranch.org/launch-camp/.

Instructors: Sky Ranch Counselors

SPACE CAMP

Section 1: July 15–19, 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Entering grades: K–1 Fee: $200

Come join us on an adventure as we “take off” and become space explorers and learn about outer space and the wonders of God’s universe. Our classroom will be transformed into a planetarium, where space explorers will perform experiments, engineer crafts and eat space snacks. Each day, space explorers will journey to a space station, moon, star or planet. Get ready to have a “blast” as we have an adventure that is “out of this world!” Enrollment is limited to 18 students.

Instructors: Candace Redden and Karen Smith

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Club SciKidz Dallas Do you have a child who is interested in technology or learning how the world works? Club SciKidz Dallas introduces children to the mysteries of science through hands-on, engaging, make-andtake projects and experiments. Our mission is to get children excited about science and technology by providing a nurturing and educational environment, which allows them to develop the science process skills necessary to become productive citizens for the 21st century! We believe that science was NEVER this much fun!

Please register for all Club SciKidz camps at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

CAMP JR. CHEMIST

Section 1: June 24–28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.) *Half-day camp available each section, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and no post-care) *

Entering grades: PreK & Kindergarten Fee: $245 (half-day) or $295 (full-day) Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

It is time for glues, brews and goos! From our stockpile of hundreds of recipes and formulas, we have chosen our top favorite chemistry activities. Campers will love digging into and examining the results of these crazy chemical concoctions! In addition, campers will create several other wacky, wild and crazy concoctions. Campers will also realize the importance of measurement and sequencing, especially as they create some edible experiments!

Sample projects: invisible ink, funny putty, magic bubble paint and make-your-own chewing gum

CAMP JR. METEOROLOGIST Section 1: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.) *Half-day camp available each section, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and no post-care) *

Entering grades: PreK & Kindergarten Fee: $245 (half-day) or $295 (full-day) Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Campers discover why weather changes and will explore the different components that make up weather. Junior meteorologists will measure rainfall, build a cloud window, learn about weather instruments by tracking weather phenomena, design their own tornadoes, create “snow” during the summer and more!

Sample Projects: sun prints, UV beads, a wind vane, anemometer and a very cool rain stick

CAMP LITTLE ENGINEER

CAMP LITTLE SCIENTIST

Section 1: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 15–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.) *Half-day camp available each section, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and no post-care) *

Entering grades: PreK & Kindergarten Fee: $245 (half-day) or $295 (full-day) Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

This unique camp will offer an incredible collection of projects and experiments that will amuse and amaze your little scientist! By being involved with several hands-on activities, your child will explore the basic scientific ideas that play a role in everyday life. In addition, campers will create and experiment with several other projects in the course of the week. Campers will learn how the scientific method helps give us the answers to our many questions.

Sample projects: glowing firefly, seashell necklace, slime creation and water-bottle rocketry

CAMP ADVENTURE IN MINECRAFT GAME DESIGN Section 1: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

This camp is for campers who have already been playing Minecraft. Minecraft is a block-building sandbox game with no set rules, where you can build anything you can possibly imagine. Allowing players to build, explore, create, collaborate, and even survive, Minecraft has created a new type of gaming environment. For veteran gamers, this camp will assist your survival and creativity as you learn new strategies from the creators themselves. Campers learn how to make modifications and use Redstone to expand their creative abilities. All campers are required to have a Minecraft™ account for this class. Purchase a standard account and desktop version (PC/Mac) of Minecraft™ ($26.95) at minecraft.net/store. Campers should bring their account logins when they come to camp.

Section 1: June 24–28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 15–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

CAMP COSMOS

Entering grades: PreK & Kindergarten Fee: $245 (half-day) or $295 (full-day) Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.) *Half-day camp available each section, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. (Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and no post-care) *

Section 1: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Sir Isaac Newton never had this much fun! Campers will be immersed into our toymaker’s workshop as they construct and take home several different toy projects during the week.

Each project will teach an important physical property. In addition, campers will learn why certain shapes are so strong.

Sample projects: pocket rocket, sponge-ball slingshot, marshmallow shooter and snap circuit boards

Is there a future rocket scientist in your family? If so, he or she should join us as we race across the Milky Way with our exciting astronomy experiments and projects! Campers will explore all things related to our solar system in this cosmic adventure. This is the camp that your child will be talking about for a long time!

Sample projects: rocket construction, using solar glasses, constructing and using a star finder, building a telescope and launching a rocket

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

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CAMP GROSSOLOGY

Section 1: June 24–28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 15–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Campers will discover the science behind loads of horribly fantastic experiments! Projects focus on blood, bones and body bits. This is science with the squishy bits left in it! In addition, grossologists will indulge in many other silly, sickening body experiments that are sure to leave even the most seasoned scientist saying “yuck!”

Sample projects: bulging bag of brains, simulated snot, baby diaper dissection and eyeball acrobatics

CAMP SEA ADVENTURE

Section 1: June 24–28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Arrrrrrrg! Welcome, me hearties! Formerly known as Camp Jolly Roger, we hope you’ll join us as we sail away on our pirate adventure and explore the crystal blue oceans searching for sea life, gold, gems and maybe even some buried treasure. Oceanography was never this much fun!

Sample projects: map making and orienteering, knot tying, making shark-tooth necklace and building a model pirate ship

CAMP LITTLE ROBOT ENGINEER Section 1: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

This camp is an introduction into the world of robotics (formerly known as Little Robot Mechanic). Campers will learn about the six simple machines and how they are incorporated into more complex machines. Each camper will work on a variety of projects in areas such as electricity, magnetism and construction. In addition, campers will work in the areas of observation, experimentation and trial and error.

Sample projects: creating electric circuits, building a small, battery-powered rover and building a personal robot

CAMP YOUNG PHYSICIAN

Section 1: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Section 2: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Make no bones about it; this camp is for the aspiring doctor in your family! Campers will learn that their bodies are comprised of miles of blood vessels, hundreds of muscles, many thousands of hairs, a furnace, a filter AND a fancy computer! Your child will really have a pulse on the human body with this camp.

Sample projects: building a lung model, testing for germs, building a spinal column and skin prints

CAMP YOUNG SCIENTIST

Section 1: July 15–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Your budding scientist will have a blast learning about a variety of science topics in this engaging camp! This program is designed to cover a broad range of real-life science topics such as: chemistry, biology, physics, basic rocketry and lab process skills. All activities meet or exceed the National Science Standards, so your child can be guaranteed a solid scientific foundation as he or she learns through these fun and exciting experiments. This is the perfect camp for your child to experience all aspects of science!

Sample projects: grow-beast experiment, wacky window paint, super bouncing balls, cosmic rockets and diving submarines

CAMP STOP MOTION EXPLOSION Section 1: June 24–28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Do you have a future filmmaker or director in your family? In this camp, your young filmmaker will learn the science of film and animation. Stop-motion animation is an incredibly fun, hands-on way to make amazing films using a variety of materials and objects such as clay, LEGO figures and other everyday materials. We provide campers with storyboard techniques, script-writing help, set design ideas, lessons on character development and various film, lighting and special-effects techniques. Campers will also learn how to use armature-based figures. If you are living with the next Steven Spielberg, your little director won’t want to miss this camp!

CAMP JR. VIDEO GAME MAKER Section 1: July 15–19, 9 a.m. –4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 1–3 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Does your video gamer want to CREATE video games, instead of just playing them? In Camp Jr. Video Game Maker, campers will be using a software program from MIT called Scratch.

The program was designed for children and teaches them the basics of programing as they create animated stories, video games and interactive artwork. Using colorful programming blocks, campers drag and “snap” together the blocks to make a character (Sprite) walk, speak, play music or interact with other sprites. Since computer programming is considered the new literacy, young people now have an opportunity to put together multimedia programs without any previous programming knowledge. As children create with Scratch, they learn to think creatively, work collaboratively and reason systematically.

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CAMP EMERGENCY VET

CAMP ADVANCED ROBOTICS WITH LEGO EV3

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Section 1: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 4–7 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

This camp is a camper’s ticket to the world of veterinary medicine. Updated curriculum for 2019 includes a blend of lessons from our Emergency Vet and Emergency Vet Advanced camps (the latter of which has been discontinued), so it’s the best of both worlds! Campers will meet practitioners in the field, as well as a dog trainer, and be involved with several hands-on experiments. Each camper will receive his or her very own medical kit!

Sample topics: animal behavior, cancer research in animals, learning clinical procedures, preparation for a career in veterinary medicine, first aid, dentistry care and diseases and parasites

CAMP VIDEO GAME FACTORY Section 1: June 17–21, 9a.m. –4p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 4–7 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Club SciKidz uses Fusion 2.5 from Clickteam to teach campers how to build two-dimensional video games. This software provides an easy-to-use game-authoring environment that allows campers to create many types of computer games, screen savers and other applications.

Campers will get started with a Space Shooter Game, where they learn how to create moving backgrounds, add scores and lives, design instructions and titles, create waves of enemies and transition screens. Later in the week, campers will learn how to create maze and platform games.

CAMP MASTER MINECRAFT CODER Section 1: June 24– 28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 4–7 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

This is a coding camp where campers will learn how to make modifications and use Redstone to expand their creative abilities. Minecraft is a block-building, sandbox game with no set rules, where you can build anything you can possibly imagine. For veteran gamers, this camp will assist your survival and creativity as you learn to new strategies from the creators themselves. This camp is for those campers that have already been playing Minecraft and who have an interest in coding. With the help of our expert counselors, campers learn how to make modifications and use Redstone to expand their creative abilities.

CAMP ROBOT ENGINEER

Section 1: June 24–28, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 4–7 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Your camper will complete tons of great building projects with our 3-in-1 All Terrain Robot and the ALL NEW Dodeca 12 in 1 Solar Hydraulic Robot. Campers will also learn to solder when they build the Blinky robot! The 3-in-1 All Terrain Robot is a multi-function tracked mobile robotic kit which utilizes different track modules to make your robot transform into three amazing variations: the forklift, rover, and gripper. Using the wired controller, you can command the robot to move forward, backward, turn, grip and lift.

ALL NEW! We are excited to introduce the Dodeca 12 in 1 Solar Hydraulic Robot. It has a gear box that is a true dual threat as it is powered by direct sunlight and a hydraulic transmission. With the Dodeca, children can actively learn two forms of alternative energy while they create and use their infinite imagination. Campers will be able to take home their robots at week’s end.

Section 1: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 4–7 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

*UPDATED for 2019* Using LEGO’s New EV3 Space Challenge Set and Activity Pack, campers are introduced to robotics with a very current and real-world theme: traveling and living on Mars! Campers will work as scientists and engineers as they progress though a set of lessons, challenges and projects that fully integrate science, technology, engineering and math concepts while prompting creative problem solving, communication and teamwork. Campers will learn the basics of gears to help them apply physical science and math principles to build effective robots. They will also progress through a series of missions in which they investigate, observe, calculate and apply their knowledge to solve specific tasks. Our robotics engineers will conduct research as they explore, plan and develop three fundamental challenges NASA engineers and scientists are working to solve: how to endure humans can survive in space, how humans can create energy in space and how robots can help humans explore space.

CAMP SPECIAL EFFECTS

Section 1: July 8–12, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering Grades: 4–7 Fee: $295

Please register at: https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/ This was the first camp ever offered by Club SciKidz! Newly revised and more exciting than ever, campers learn the science behind Hollywood’s special effects. Activities will demonstrate concepts related to light, sound, perception, illusion and model building. Campers will also learn various special effect make-up techniques, working with the same materials used by professional make-up artists to simulate cuts, bruises, artificial blood and old age.

All campers will create (and take home) a movie using techniques in Claymation and StopMotion Animation. Lessons include plot development, story boarding, set building, filming and sound effects. If there is a future movie director living in your house, this is the camp for your child!

CAMP RPG GAME MAKER Section 1: July 15–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 4–7 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Make role-playing games come to life! Our RPG Maker camp shows campers how to create their very own epic, role-playing games, where players battle fierce monsters prowling in a dungeon. Campers will learn what RPG is, the history of RPG, all the basics, the characters and all aspects of the game. Club SciKidz uses RPG Maker VXAce, which features so many exciting features to make virtual worlds come alive! Once campers have finished their projects, they can export their games to portable EXE files that can be played on any Windows system to be enjoyed at home!

CAMP YOUNG SURGEON

Section 1: July 15–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

(Optional pre-care from 8 a.m. and post-care until 5 p.m.)

Entering grades: 4–7 Fee: $295 Please register at https://www.clubscikidzdallas.com/enroll/

Do you have a child who dreams of being a medical professional one day? In this hands-on, biology-based camp, campers learn about the life of physicians and surgeons and are exposed to the important life-saving techniques of first aid. Numerous hands-on projects include using medical instruments, triage and diagnosis and how to give a shot. We also explore the structures and physiology of the amazing human body. In addition, each camper will receive a stethoscope, dissection kit and first aid supplies, then take “Medical Boards” at the end of the week to receive a certificate. Projects include: frog and sheep heart dissection, making herbal medicines, learning to stitch a wound, build a lung model, first aid techniques and splinting. *Formerly known as Camp Emergency Medicine

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MIDDLE SCHOOL CLAY CAMP ON THE WHEEL Section 1: June 10–14, 9 a.m.–noon Section 2: June 17–21, 9 a.m.–noon Entering grades: 5–12 Fee: $155 (includes all supplies)

Spend a peaceful week learning about the exciting possibilities on the pottery wheel!

Students will create a variety of functional pieces each day at their own pace. The last day will mostly focus on finishing and glazing. Beginning and experienced students are welcome. *Note: Please wear older clothes and shoes as they may get messy or stained.

All projects are fired and ready about two weeks after the last class session. Enrollment is limited to 10 people each session.

Instructor: Adria Warner

MATH BRIDGES: Getting Prepared for Fifth-Grade Math Section 1: June 10–14, 9–11 a.m.

Section 2: June 17–21, 9–11 a.m.

Entering grade: 5 Fee: $115

This course is designed to help rising fifth-graders who need help solidifying math concepts from fourth grade. Emphasis will be on adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing numbers, as well as working on place value and word problems to help ease the transition into fifth grade. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Rebekah Viohl

MATH BRIDGES: Getting Prepared for Sixth-Grade Math Section 1: June 10–14, 1–3 p.m.

Section 2: June 17–21, 1–3 p.m.

Entering grade: 6 Fee: $115

This course is designed to help rising sixth-graders who need help solidifying math concepts from fifth grade. Emphasis will be on long division, fractions, decimals and multiple-step problems. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Instructor: Rebekah Viohl

MATH BRIDGES: Getting Prepared for Seventh-Grade Math Section 1: June 24–28, 9–11 a.m.

Entering grade: 7 Fee: $115

This course is designed to help rising seventh graders prepare for the world of algebra.

Students will learn to perform basic operations with integers and fractions and will use those concepts to solve algebraic equations. Games and hands-on activities will be used to help make these concepts easier to understand. Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Karen Compere

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MATH BRIDGES: Getting Prepared for Eighth-Grade Math Section 1: June 24–28, 1–3 p.m.

Entering grade: 8 Fee: $115

This course is designed for rising eighth-graders who need help solidifying math concepts from seventh grade. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of pre-algebra mathematics to help ease the transition into Algebra 1. Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Karen Compere

MEMORY MATTERS!

Section 1: June 10–14, 2:30–4:30 p.m.

Entering: grade: 5 Fee: $115

Boost your memory through a variety of games and exercises from easy to challenging.

Short-term or working memory is a key factor in academic success, since it impacts our ability to learn, reason and comprehend. In addition to improving our memories, we’ll learn some tricks for memorizing spelling words, math facts and Bible verses. Don’t forget to sign up! Please bring a water bottle and snack each day. Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOP: Disney Musical Revue

Section 1: June 10–14, (M–Th, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. & Friday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. performance) Section 2: June 17–21, (M–Th, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. & Friday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. performance) Entering grades 5–8 Fee: $315 Students will be cast in a production of Career Day: A Disney Musical Revue, written by TCA alumna Melissa Beckett Crimmins ’06. Each student will be required to act, sing and dance in this show.

The week will be geared for preparation for the performance on Friday evening at 7 p.m. This is a wonderful outlet for talented students to perform in a fabulous show! (Each student will need to bring a sack lunch and snack each day. Every student will be responsible for his or her costume.

Costumes will be discussed the first day of the workshop). Enrollment is limited to 18 students.

Instructors: Kristi Robison and Leslie Williams Blum ’88

PUBLISHING COMPANY

Section 1: June 17–21, 12:30–3:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 5–6 Fee: $165

Calling young authors! Spark your imagination, express yourself and find a way with words.

Using Writing Workshop techniques, each student will write, illustrate and publish his or her own story. At the completion of the class, your child will not only have a book to share with family and friends, but he or she will also have a writer’s notebook filled with enough ideas to keep writing and publishing for the rest of the summer! Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Instructor: Cheryl Utley

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SUMMER READING, FIFTH GRADE

SUMMER READING, SEVENTH GRADE

SUMMER READING, FIFTH GRADE: From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg

SUMMER READING, SEVENTH GRADE: Refugee

by Alan Gratz

As we read the book listed below from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for fifth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also learn how to gather ideas, organize their thoughts and answer questions completely in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA, but will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

Section 1: June 10–14, noon–2 p.m.

Entering grade: 5 Fee: $115 Instructor: Melissa Smith

SUMMER READING, FIFTH GRADE: The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks Section 1: June 17–21, noon–2 p.m.

Section 2: June 24–28, noon–2 p.m.

Entering grade: 5 Fee: $115 Instructor: Courtney Hamilton

SUMMER READING, FIFTH GRADE: The Twenty-One Balloons by William Pene du Bois Section 1: June 10–14, 9–11 a.m.

Entering grade: 5 Fee: $115 Instructor: Melissa Smith

SUMMER READING, FIFTH GRADE: Tuck Everlasting

by Natalie Babbitt Section 1: June 17–21, 9–11 a.m.

Section 2: June 24–28, 9–11 a.m.

Entering grade: 5 Fee: $115 Instructor: Courtney Hamilton

SUMMER READING, SIXTH GRADE

As we read the book listed below from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for sixth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also work on developing creative ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and answering the question completely in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA, but will benefit any student interested in improving his or her reading and writing skills. Students must bring a paper copy (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

SUMMER READING, SIXTH GRADE: King of the Wind

by Marguerite Henry Section 1: June 10–14, 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Section 2: June 17–21, 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Entering grade: 6 Fee: $115 Instructor: Holly Hatton

SUMMER READING, SIXTH GRADE: Out of My Mind

by Sharon M. Draper Section 1: June 10–14, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Section 2: June 17–21, 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 6 Fee: $115 Instructor: Holly Hatton

As we read the book listed below from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for seventh grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also work on developing creative and insightful ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and answering the question effectively in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA or who have difficulty reading and writing. Students must bring a paper copy (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

Section 1: June 10–14, 10 a.m.–noon Section 2: June 17–21, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grade: 7 Fee: $115 Instructor: Jan Marshall

SUMMER READING, SEVENTH GRADE: Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer by John Grisham Section 1: June 10–14, 10 a.m.–noon Section 2: June 17–21, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grade: 7 Fee: $115 Instructor: Kathryn Goldsmith

SUMMER READING, EIGHTH GRADE

As we read the book listed below from the summer reading list, we will focus on key reading skills for eighth grade at TCA. Over the course of the week, students will complete their first summer reading and writing assignment. Students will also work on developing creative and insightful ideas, organizing their thoughts, citing textual evidence and answering the question effectively in writing. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA or who have difficulty reading and writing. Students must bring a paper copy (in which they can highlight/annotate) of the book to class on the first day. Please note that students will be expected to complete a small amount of reading or writing homework each night. We recommend that students only attend one summer reading section. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

SUMMER READING, EIGHTH GRADE: Running for My Life

by Lopez Lomong Section 1: July 15–19, 9–11 a.m.

Section 2: July 22–26, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grade: 8 Fee: $115 Instructor: Joel Sharpe

SUMMER READING, EIGHTH GRADE: The Outsiders

by S.E. Hinton Section 1: June 17–21, 10 a.m.–noon Section 2: July 15–19, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grade: 8 Fee: $115 Instructor: Ginger Harris

WRITING PREPARATION FOR SIXTH GRADE Section 1: July 22–26, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grade: 6 Fee: $115

Become prepared for sixth-grade writing at TCA! This class will review key writing concepts from fifth grade and introduce key skills for sixth grade. Skills emphasized include developing ideas, organizing thoughts, citing textual evidence, incorporating sentence openers and dress-ups and writing responses to literature. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA, but will benefit any student wanting extra help to prepare for the next grade level. Please note: students need to bring iPads to class each day.

Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

Instructor: Summerlyn Sharpe

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WRITING PREPARATION FOR SEVENTH GRADE

WRITING PREPARATION FOR EIGHTH GRADE

Become prepared for seventh-grade writing at TCA! This class will review key writing concepts from sixth grade and introduce key skills for seventh grade. Skills emphasized include writing complete and varied sentences, developing strong and descriptive language, developing a thesis from a given prompt, organizing ideas and practicing revision. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA, but will benefit any student wanting extra help to prepare for the next grade level. Please note: students need to bring iPads to class each day. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

Become prepared for eighth-grade writing at TCA! This class will review key writing concepts from seventh grade and introduce key skills for eighth grade. Skills emphasized include writing complete sentences, utilizing diverse sentence structure, structuring a paragraph, organizing ideas and developing proofreading and peer editing skills. This class is strongly recommended for students new to TCA, but will benefit any student wanting extra help to prepare for the next grade level. Please note: students need to bring iPads to class each day.

Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

Section 1: June 10–14, 1–3 p.m.

Section 2: June 17–21, 1–3 p.m.

Entering grade: 7 Fee: $115

Instructor: Jan Marshall

Section 1: June 24–28, 10 a.m.–noon Section 2: July 22–26, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grade: 8 Fee: $115

Instructor: Ginger Harris

UPPER SCHOOL BUG CAMP

Section 1: June 10–13 (M–Th), 8–10 a.m.

Section 2: June 10–13 (M–Th), 10 a.m.–noon Section 3: June 10–13 (M–Th), 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Section 4: June 17–20 (M–Th), 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 9 Fee: $115

Come have a creepy, crawly good time discovering insects! We’ll spend time catching, examining, pinning and classifying insects. We will spend time outdoors (bring water and wear sunscreen) catching out in the field, and the bugs we catch will then be classified and pinned the next day in the lab. Any insects that are caught and pinned can be used later in the school year in your insect collection for biology class! Come get a head start, and have fun exploring the world of bugs! Enrollment is limited to 14 students per section.

Instructors: Julie Francis and Sara Fusco

COLLEGE APPLICATION ESSAY WRITING WORKSHOP Section 1: June 10–14, 9–11 a.m.

Section 2: June 10–14, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Section 3: July 22–26, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Entering grade: 12 Fee: $115

This workshop will focus on crafting the college application essay, a requirement for most college applications. It may be only 500 words, but the admissions essay portion of a college application can mean the difference between acceptance and rejection. How you write your personal essay shows the admissions committee why you are different from everyone else. It provides information about you that test scores, grades and extracurricular pursuits just cannot. Students are encouraged to bring in college application essay prompts from colleges of their choosing, and we will walk through each step of writing this essay—from gathering ideas to drafting the actual essay to editing and revising the final copy. Students will see first-hand what makes an essay of this type successful or unsuccessful by examining several essays and writing, studying and critiquing their own. Join this workshop and learn how to effectively and persuasively make your application essay stand out from the crowd! Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Fran Legband and Diane Walton

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FRESHMAN SUMMER READING: The Tale of Troy Section 1: June 10–13 (M–Th), 8–10 a.m.

Section 2: June 10–13 (M–Th), 10 a.m.– noon Section 3: June 17–20 (M–Th), 10 a.m.– noon Entering grade: 9 Fee: $115

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and main characters in The Tale of Troy. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the approach that the students will take in reading and analyzing literature during their freshman year. Students will finish the week with a clear understanding of the work and completion of the summer reading assignment. This course does NOT address the students’ reading of the second part of the freshman summer reading assignment. Enrollment is limited to 25 students per section.

Instructor: Stephanie Burgoon

HEALTH

Section 1: June 10–21, 8 a.m.–noon Section 2: June 10–21, 12:45–4:45 p.m.

Section 3: June 17–28, 8 a.m.–noon Section 4: June 17–28, 12:45–4:45 p.m.

Section 5: July 8–19, 8 a.m.–noon Section 6: July 8–19, 12:45–4:45 p.m.

Entering grades: 10–12 Fee: $315 1 trimester of Upper School credit

The goal of this course is to gain an understanding of the human body and total health by considering the physical, mental, social and spiritual influences on the whole person. We will learn health facts and health-promoting attitudes and habits. We will research and address current and critical health issues, understand the implications of high-risk behaviors and recognize God’s role in creating and sustaining our life and health. Credit cannot be given if a student misses any more than four hours of class (or one day). DO NOT PLAN TRIPS OR APPOINTMENTS DURING THE SESSION. A student must attend the section for which he or she is registered. Student tablets are necessary for research and activities during the course. Enrollment is limited to 20 students per section.

Instructors: Russ Betts, Kerry DeWeese, Sara Fusco and Tracy Graham

INTRO TO ART

MONEY 101

This course is for students with little to no experience in visual art. This course will emphasize basic elements of design through drawing and various 2-D media. Students will explore a variety of media and art-making techniques. Students will produce 4–5 projects over the course of the week. No prerequisite required. Enrollment is limited to 12 students.

Car insurance, credit cards, investing, oh my! Gain practical skills in budgeting, debt, building wealth through investments, insurance and how to buy a car wisely. Avoid money stress and face the future with confidence by learning how stewardship allows you to bless your family and bless others. This class will be hands-on; prepare to come home ready to tackle adult finances with skill! Enrollment is limited to 15 students per section.

INTRO TO DIGITAL GRAPHICS

MURAL PAINTING

This course is for students with little or no experience in digital graphics programs. The computer as an art tool is emphasized, as students learn the basics of photographic manipulation and drawing-based programs. Adobe Photoshop is the primary application studied with an emphasis on pattern design. Surface designers create patterns that transform objects and environments.

With diverse applications in fields such as fashion, interiors, product design and architecture, students learn to integrate hand and digital technologies to produce designs of distinctive character and technical expertise. No prerequisites. Enrollment is limited to 14 students.

Interested in painting a new mural for TCA? This class will be re-designing and re-painting the wall-ball mural currently located on the Middle School Playground. This course accommodates all student artistic levels from those with little experience in art to the advanced art student. The course will incorporate computer training using Adobe Photoshop to facilitate the overall design.

Students will also learn how to transfer and paint their own designs onto the final outdoor wall surface. This is primarily an outdoor course, so students will need to be able to endure the Texas summer heat. Proper precautions will be taken to provide shade and hydration throughout the day.

No prerequisite required. Enrollment is limited to 20 students.

Section 1: June 24–28, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 Fee: $315 This course counts for 1 trimester of Fine Arts course credit

Instructor: Jay Henderson

Section 1: June 10–14, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 Fee: $315 1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art or Technology credit

Instructor: Frances Allen

INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Section 1: June 24–28, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 Fee: $315 1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art or Technology credit

This course is for the student who wants a brief overview of digital photography. Students will learn the basics of composition, lighting and experience Photoshop’s virtual darkroom. Discover how to make images with more visual interest than ordinary snap shots or Instagram posts. Adobe Photoshop will be the foundational tool for the course. Students must provide their own cameras. A cell phone, point-and-shoot or DSLR are all acceptable cameras for the course. Daily off-campus excursions to photograph sites of interest will be a part of the typical class day. Enrollment is limited to 11 students.

Instructor: Jon Millet

JUNIOR SUMMER READING: The Crucible Section 1: June 10–13 (M–Th), 1–3:30 p.m.

Section 2: July 15–19 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Section 3: July 15–19 1–3 p.m.

Entering grade: 11 Fee: $115

This course will focus on understanding the plot and significant themes in The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s 1953 work, which is required summer reading for incoming juniors. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the historical background and how the Cold War period inspired this allegory about the Salem Witch Trials. Additionally, the students will complete their summer reading packets concerning The Crucible. Students will finish this course ready for a graded discussion the first week of school and will be ready to write an essay on The Crucible in the fall. Please understand that the students will need to read each night to prepare for each day’s class.

Enrollment is limited to 15 students per section.

Instructor: Katie Kilpatrick

JUNIOR SUMMER READING: The Sun Also Rises Section 1: June 17–20 (M–Th), 9–11:30 a.m.

Section 2: June 17–20 (M–Th), 1–3:30 p.m.

Section 3: July 15–18 (M–Th), 9:30 a.m.–noon Section 4: July 15–18 (M–Th), 1–3:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 11 Fee: $115

Section 1: June 10–13 (M–Th), 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 11–12 or just-graduated seniors Fee: $115

Instructors: Katie Kilpatrick

Section 1: June 17–21, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grade: 9–12 Fee: $315 1 trimester of Upper School Fine Art or Technology credit

Instructor: Jon Millet and Frances Allen

SENIOR SUMMER READING: Life of Pi Section 1: June 10–14, 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Section 2: July 22–26, 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Section 3: July 22–26, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 12 Fee: $115

Come to this LAST summer reading class of your high school career! We will discuss the plot, characters and themes of the novel to prepare you to complete your summer reading essay. The class will be formatted with discussion, group work, snacks and movie watching. We will finish the book during the week. Students should have read through Part One (the first 93 pages) before the class begins. Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Fran Legband

SOPHOMORE SUMMER READING: A Tale of Two Cities Section 1: July 15–19, 8–10:30 a.m.

Section 2: July 15–19, 10:35 a.m.–1:05 p.m.

Section 3: July 15–19, 2–4:30 p.m.

Entering grade: 10 Fee: $115

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and significant themes in the masterpiece by Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities, which is required summer reading for incoming sophomores. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the historical background of the French Revolution, which serves as the setting for the novel. Additionally, the students will discuss their reading and complete their summer reading packets concerning A Tale of Two Cities.

Students will finish the week with a clear understanding of the novel and with their assigned work.

Please understand that the student must come to class with Book 1 (pages 3–51) of the novel already read. The student will be required to read each night for the next day’s class in order to complete Book 2 and Book 3 of the novel. Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Zoe Ellen Azzi

This course will focus on understanding the plot, significant themes and characterization in Ernest Hemmingway’s The Sun Also Rises, which is required summer reading for the junior year. Also included will be a discussion of the modern hero and completion of the summer reading packet.

Students will complete focused journal prompts and discuss their reading in a small group setting, gaining insight and understanding in order to prepare for the summer reading test and The Sun Also Rises graded seminar. Students will finish this course equipped to discuss and write about the novel. Please understand that the students will need to read approximately 50 pages per night to prepare for each day’s class. Enrollment is limited to 20 students per section.

Instructor: Holly Bator

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SOPHOMORE SUMMER READING: Candide Section 1: June 10–14, 8–10 a.m.

Section 2: June 10–14, 10:05 a.m.–12:05 p.m.

Section 3: June 10–14, 1–3 p.m.

Entering grade: 10 Fee: $115

This course will focus on reading and understanding the plot and significant themes in Voltaire’s satirical mock epic Candide, which is required summer reading for incoming sophomores. Also included in the course will be a discussion of the historical background that shapes the literature of the 18th century Enlightenment. Additionally, the students will discuss their reading and complete their summer reading packets concerning Candide. Students will finish the week with a clear understanding of the novel and with their assigned work. Please understand that the students will need to read each night to prepare for each day’s class. Enrollment is limited to 16 students.

Instructor: Zoe Ellen Azzi

UPPER SCHOOL

TECHNOLOGY Summer school for-credit “tech” courses are designed to help students ease the congestion of the regular school year by “off-lining” some of their required courses to the summer. Other students may simply wish to augment their education or explore new interests. All courses are hands-on, project-oriented and focus on real-life scenarios and applications. Often projects integrate topics from other TCA courses for extra reinforcement. Regardless of where you are in the technology spectrum, we offer something for you. Reasonable keyboarding skills are presumed. Generally speaking, all assignments are completed in class with very little (if any) outside work required.

Parents take note. If you wish to explore these interests, too, you are welcome to join us. See US Technology Head Kent Pendleton for details.

Teachers, do you need to improve your technology skills? Join us. You can learn the practical uses of software and get some professional growth hours in, as well. Use software to make your professional life easier.

All summer school technology students are requested to bring their TI calculators, a spiral notebook (journal), a three-ring binder, a pencil, pen and USB flash drive to class the first day. A “supply check” that first day will be one of your first grades for the week, so don’t forget your stuff! Also, please bring a sack lunch and a drink...refrigerators will be available. Students will also bring snacks to class on a rotating basis.

Credit cannot be given if a student misses more than four hours of class

The following introductory classes are designed for “beginners” with very little background, confidence or proficiency in the use of contemporary software:

INTRO TO MULTIMEDIA

INTRO TO SPREADSHEET DESIGN

Students will learn to organize, illustrate and deliver ideas and information in a fast and professional manner using Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 and Microsoft Sway. Text, pictures, charts/graphs audio/video will be incorporated into presentations. Advanced animation and Internet importing techniques will be utilized to create customized templates. Basic Photoshop (Creative Cloud) techniques will be introduced and included in projects.

Proficiency with Excel is critical in the business world and is an assumed skill in most college environments. Students will learn and practice the basic functionalities of Excel (Office 365) to design documents that convey both numerical and non-numerical information in interesting, clear and captivating formats. Charts and graphs will aesthetically summarize information. Students will learn how to create formulas from scratch and utilize built-in formulas from Excel’s vast array of built-in functions.

Section 1: July 8–12, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 Fee: $415 (includes the cost of a textbook) Prerequisites: none 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit for US students

Instructor: Susan Jackson

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Section 1: July 15–19, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 Fee: $415 (includes the cost of a textbook) Prerequisites: Algebra 1 (Pre-, Co-requisite) 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit

Instructor: Susan Jackson

The following classes are also offered for credit but are more advanced than the preceding classes:

INTRO TO BUSINESS GRAPHIC DESIGN (HONORS) Section 1: June 24–28, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 8–12 Fee: $415 (includes cost of a textbook) Prerequisites: none 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

The ability to manipulate, design, store and create images is central in effective electronic and written communication. Participants will learn how to use Photoshop Creative Cloud as a tool to create and manipulate images for placement in documents, media presentations, web pages and mobile apps. No prior experience with Photoshop is required. This course would be ideal for students interested in yearbook.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

INTRO TO PYTHON PROGRAMMING (HONORS)

INTERMEDIATE WEBPAGE PROGRAMMING – PHP, MySQL and Dynamic Database-Driven Websites (Honors) Section 1: July 22–26, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 (younger students by special permission) Fee: $415 (includes the price of a textbook) Prerequisites: Algebra 1, reasonable proficiency with Photoshop and Dreamweaver Creative Cloud, Intro to Webpage Design and Introduction to Webpage Programming with JavaScript and/or department head approval 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

Once you can create a webpage, make it look nice with Photoshop and CSS and get it to do some tricks with JavaScript, the next step is giving it the ability to store and retrieve information from an online database. Once you can do this, the design (and consulting) possibilities are unlimited! PHP and MySQL are technologies that allow you to manipulate, store, retrieve and process data that can dynamically change the fabric of a webpage and allow a user to experience all the features of a modern web experience. Many former TCA students have used this knowledge to begin real-life consulting careers in high school. Join us in this valuable class!

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

Section 1: June 10–14, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 8–12 (younger students by special permission) Fee: $415 (includes the price of a textbook) Prerequisites: Algebra 1 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit

PRE-APCS (JAVA) (HONORS)

Want to get a taste of computer science before committing to a more complicated course?

Interested in getting another language under your belt? This course is for you! Learn the fundamentals of this popular language and become a Python programmer.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

INTRO TO WEBPAGE DESIGN (HONORS)

Section 1: July 8–12, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 8–12 Fee: $415 (includes cost of a textbook) Prerequisites: Either Introduction to Business Graphic Design, Digital Art, Yearbook or Introduction to Multimedia or proof of proficiency with Photoshop and/or department head approval 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

Section 1: June 17–21, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 Fee: $415 (includes the price of a textbook) Prerequisites: Exemplary performance in Honors Math/Science courses, experience/training with programming and/or or department head approval 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit If you’d like to get on the fast track to AP Computer Science, check out this course. We will develop the essential elements of Java within the Eclipse Integrated Development Environment so that you can dive right into APCS in the regular school year. This will be an aggressive (but fun) course, and participants should have a drive and passion to learn and apply their knowledge. Math and science grades will be used to help determine a participant’s likelihood of success.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

The languages of the web: HTML5 and CSS3 will be explored as we write webpages “from scratch” and utilize web-authoring software (Dreamweaver Creative Cloud and/or Brackets) to expedite their design. Images will be crafted to make webpages appear seamless, and students will learn principles to make their webpages stand out as professional and polished.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

INTRO TO WEBPAGE PROGRAMMING – JavaScript & Graphics (Honors)

Section 1: July 15–19, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 (younger students by special permission) Fee: $415 (includes the price of a textbook) Prerequisites: Algebra 1, reasonable proficiency with Photoshop and Dreamweaver CSx, Intro to Webpage Design and/or department head approval 1 trimester of Upper School Technology credit Parents/teachers are welcome in this class.

In addition to the static languages of the web (HTML5, CSS), there are other languages that let your webpage actually do something beyond display information. JavaScript and HTML5 allow a user to add some zing to a webpage by providing graphics that can be manipulated with user commands. The exciting possibility allows a platform for game development.

See how this is done and get a taste of what computer programming is all about. We will use Dreamweaver Creative Cloud and other platforms to get our webpages to do tricks and rudimentary games.

Instructor: Kent Pendleton

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ATHLETICS Athletic Development Training

Basketball

ESSENTIAL FOR ALL ATHLETES

LS TROJAN BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP

Athletes need to be developed. Expecting them to “just be ready” or to get in shape during season is preparing them to fail. No other program will prepare your athlete for his or her future in sports at TCA better than the summer program at TCA with Team DX3. All athletes need self-confidence, development and “know-how” to safely prepare to perform. Skill is essential, but the speed and strength at which those skills are executed determines the level of play. Summer Athletic Development Training gives athletes the best opportunity to learn, develop and master safe, technically sound training practices. Athletes will make tremendous improvements in athleticism and fitness while gaining confidence in a fun, safe environment with peers. They will be better prepared for their sports and learn principles that will serve them well long after the summer.

PRICING FORMAT: Come as much as you can all summer for $200. The goal is to get all athletes training throughout the entire summer! Come often and bring friends.

GROUPS AND TIMES:

MS Boys, entering grades 5–8: M–Th, 9–10:30 a.m.

US Boys, entering grade 9: M–Th, 8:15–9:45 a.m. or 3:15–4:45 p.m.

US Boys, entering grades 10–12: M–Th, 9–10:30 a.m. or 4–5:30 p.m.

MS Girls, entering grades 5–8: M–Th, 11 a.m.–noon US Girls, entering grades 9–12: M–Th, 11 a.m.–noon

Section 1: July 8–11 (M–Th), 9 a.m.–noon Entering grades: 2–4 Fee: $135 (includes t-shirt)

Come and learn to play the great game of basketball the TCA Trojan way! Individual instruction will be given to all campers by coaches who are enthusiastic about the game of basketball. All phases of the game will be taught with an emphasis on the fundamentals. Each camper will be taught a variety of skills that will help him in his overall development as a basketball player. Areas to be covered include shooting, ball handling, rebounding, dribbling, passing, team play and a lot more. Camp t-shirts and certificates will be given, as well as awards for contest winners. Come get out of the heat and enjoy a great week of basketball fun! Be sure to include t-shirt size on your registration.

Instructor: Coach Randy Feemster

LS TROJAN GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP

Section 1: June 24–27 (M–Th), 9–11 a.m., entering grades: 1–2 Section 2: June 24–27 (M-Th), 11 a.m–1 p.m., entering grades: 3–5 Fee: $115 (includes t-shirt)

Trojan girls basketball! Come and learn fundamentals in a small group setting. There will be an emphasis on footwork, ball handling and shooting. Awards will be given for 3 on 3, 1 on 1, a free throw contest. Join us for a fun week in the Athletic Training Center!

Instructors: Coach John Franklin and Elizabeth George

FEE: $200 for all summer (no daily or weekly rate)

MS TROJAN BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP

Baseball

Come and learn to play the great game of basketball the TCA Trojan way! Individual instruction will be given to all campers by coaches who are enthusiastic about the game of basketball. All phases of the game will be taught with an emphasis on the fundamentals. Each camper will be taught a variety of skills that will help him in his overall development as a basketball player. Areas to be covered include shooting, ball handling, rebounding, dribbling, passing, team play and a lot more. Camp t-shirts and certificates will be given, as well as awards for contest winners. Come get out of the heat and enjoy a great week of basketball fun! Be sure to include t-shirt size on your registration.

Weeks of: June 3 through July 25 (Week of July 4 will meet M, T, W only) Instructors: Team DX3

LS & MS TROJAN BASEBALL CAMP

Section 1: June 3–7, 8 a.m.–noon., entering grades: 6–8 Section 2: June 10–14, 8 a.m.–noon, entering grades: 1–5 Fee: $215

Develop your baseball skills during this fun and productive camp. Receive a Trojan Baseball t-shirt and MLB baseball cards during one of the best weeks of your life. Learn from TCA coaches and players who will teach you the proper fundamentals of fielding, throwing, hitting, bunting and base running. Also, learn how to pitch and play other positions, as well. Learn what it takes to become an outstanding Trojan baseball player! Bring a glove, bat, water bottle and snack; wear a t-shirt, shorts and cap. The last day of camp, wear your swim suit and bring a towel for ‘Slip-n-Slide’ (during the last thirty minutes of camp) to celebrate a great week! Please include your t-shirt size on your registration form. GO TROJANS!

Instructor: Coach Don English

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Section 1: July 8–11 (M–Th), 1–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 5–8 Fee: $135 (includes t-shirt)

Instructor: Coach Randy Feemster

Cross Country

Volleyball

CROSS COUNTRY

LITTLE TROJAN GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Section 1: June 4 & 6 (T & Th), 8–9 a.m.

Section 2: June 11 & 13 (T & Th), 8–9 a.m.

Section 3: June 18 & 20 (T & Th), 8–9 a.m.

Section 4: June 25 & 27 (T & Th), 8–9 a.m.

Section 5: July 9 & 11 (T & Th), 8–9 a.m.

Section 6: July 16 & 18 (T & Th), 8–9 a.m.

Section 7: July 23 & 25 (T & Th), 8–9 a.m.

Entering grades: 6–9 Fee: $30 per week or $160 for the whole summer

Want to stay conditioned this summer for your upcoming sports season? Do you want to stay active this summer for your own personal health? Or do you want to run cross country next season?

The Cross Country Summer Camp is for those interested in participating in the sport of cross country, as well as for those who want to run consistently this summer to stay conditioned for their other sports. Make your summer conditioning more exciting by training with others! Whether you have a desire to join the cross country team for the upcoming season or not, we welcome you.

Come learn basic nutrition, hydration, injury prevention and more. Stay conditioned this summer in our 2019 Summer Cross Country Camp!

Instructor: Coach Marcus Moore

Football FOOTBALL FUN CAMP

Section 1: June 17–21, 8:30–11 a.m.

Entering grades: K–3 Fee: $135

This camp is a fun camp for the kids to start to learn some skills of football like catching and throwing. We will also do fun activities and games like running through the bags, tackling a dummy, obstacle courses and flag football games.

Instructors: Coach Phil Van Cleave and TCA football players

LS TROJAN FOOTBALL CAMP Section 1: June 17–21, noon–2:30 p.m.

Entering grades: 4–6 Fee: $135

This camp is based on teaching technique and fundamental skills of all positions. We will teach the TCA skills and fundamentals of catching, route running, tackling, footwork, throwing, blocking, etc.

Instructors: Coach Phil Van Cleave and TCA football players

MS TROJAN FOOTBALL CAMP Section 1: June 10–14, 10 a.m.–noon Entering grades: 7–8 Fee: $135

Are you ready for some football? This camp will be geared towards getting your son and his team ready for fall football at TCA. We will practice some of the TCA plays, and we will play some 7 on 7. Camp will be led by TCA varsity coaches and some varsity Trojan football players. Be prepared to learn the skills needed to succeed as a TCA football player! Come ready to play in t-shirt, shorts, cleats or tennis shoes and cap. Bring a water bottle. You will receive a camp t-shirt and prizes for various competitions. Include your t-shirt size in your registration.

Instructors: TCA football coaching staff and players

Softball GIRLS SOFTBALL CAMP

Section 1: June 17–21, 8:30–11 a.m.

Entering grades: 4–8 Fee: $135 (includes t-shirt)

Section 1: June 3–7, 9–11 a.m.

Section 2: July 15–19, 9–11 a.m.

Entering grades: 2–5 Fee: $135

Do you love volleyball? Then this is the camp for you! Learn the fundamentals or brush up on your techniques of passing, setting, serving, blocking and hitting in a fun environment.

You will experience game-like situations, competition and lots of fun! Players from the US volleyball program will also contribute to your camp experience. Each camper will receive a t-shirt and chances to win prizes.

Instructors: Coach Steve Collins and TCA varsity players

MS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP Section 1: June 3–7, noon–2 p.m.

Section 2: July 15–19, noon–2 p.m.

Entering grades: 6–8 Fee: $135

Do you love the sport of volleyball? Then this is the camp for you! Learn the fundamentals or brush up on your techniques of passing, setting, serving, blocking and hitting in a fun environment. This camp is geared to preparing you for MS and US tryouts. You will experience game-like situations, lots of repetitions, competition and lots of fun! Players from college and the US volleyball program will also contribute to your camp experience. Each camper will receive a t-shirt and chances to win prizes.

Instructors: Coach Steve Collins and TCA varsity players

MS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL SKILLS AND TEAM TRAINING Section 1: June 4 & 6 (T & Th), 3–4 p.m.

Section 2: June 11 & 13 (T & Th), 3–4 p.m.

Section 3: June 18 & 20 (T & Th), 3–4 p.m.

Section 4: June 25 & 27 (T & Th), 3–4 p.m.

Section 5: July 9 & 11, (T & Th), 3–4 p.m.

Section 6: July 16 & 18, (T & Th), 3–4 p.m.

Entering grades: 6–8 Fee: $15 per individual day or $150 for the whole summer

Skills and Team Training focuses on all aspects of the game, with an emphasis on fundamentals. Individual training combined with team concepts and systems will get you ready for the school season. These hours of training sessions cover serving, serve receive, setting, hitting, passing, defense, blocking and transition footwork in a competitive and high-intensity environment.

Instructors: Coach Steve Collins and TCA varsity players

US GIRLS VOLLEYBALL SKILLS AND TEAM TRAINING Section 1: June 4 & 6 (T & Th), 4–5 p.m.

Section 2: June 11 & 13 (T & Th), 4–5 p.m.

Section 3: June 18 & 20 (T & Th), 4–5 p.m.

Section 4: June 25 & 27 (T & Th), 4–5 p.m.

Section 5: July 9 & 11, (T & Th), 4–5 p.m.

Section 6: July 16 & 18, (T & Th), 4–5 p.m.

Entering grades: 9–12 Fee: $15 per individual day or $150 for the whole summer

Skills and Team Training focuses on all aspects of the game, with an emphasis on fundamentals. Individual training combined with team concepts and systems will get you ready for the high school season. These 24 hours of training sessions cover serving, serve receive, setting, hitting, passing, defense, blocking and transition footwork in a competitive and high-intensity environment. College players are welcome.

Instructor: Coach Steve Collins

Join Coach Yanof, Coach Johnston and current and former varsity players for this summer girls softball camp. Girls will receive one-on-one instruction to develop fundamentals such as fielding and situational softball. Campers will be instructed on age-appropriate game skills, as the girls will be grouped by age. For younger girls, the focus will be individual skills, including proper positions, rules of the game and working with teammates. The focus for the older girls will be on preparing them for MS and varsity softball at TCA.

Instructors: Coach Yanof, Coach Johnston and varsity softball players

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