Camp Westminster 2014

CampWestminster Experience Adventure. Sharpen Skills. Build Character.

CampWestminster Experience Adventure. Sharpen Skills. Build Character.

Camp Westminster Experience Adventure. Sharpen Skills. Build Character.

Camp Westminster Experience Adventure. Sharpen Skills. Build Character.

800 Maryville Centre Drive Town & Country, MO 314.997.2900 wcastl.org/campwestminster l

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Welcome!

We know that you have many choices when you consider summer activities for your children, so we thank you for choosing Camp Westminster! We are excited to share our summer with you!

Like the school’s academic offerings, Westminster’s summer camps are engaging, innovative, and unique.

In addition, the camps are staffed by caring counselors who help encourage values and strengthen campers’ abilities in a positive, fun, well-supervised environment. It is our goal for each camper to experience adventure, sharpen his or her skills, and build character.

We have a variety of camps to choose from, and we hope you spend several weeks with us! We enjoy serving all of the families we meet during the summer, and we look forward to getting to know your family. Please don’t hesitate to call or email me with questions.

I look forward to seeing you at Camp Westminster!

Abby Karsten Camp Westminster Director

Why Camp Westminster?

Sports, art, music, and lots of adventure! Camp Westminster offers a variety of half- and full-day summer camps for boys and girls in grades K-9. The staff includes dedicated and enthusiastic Westminster teachers, coaches, and athletes who help campers strengthen and sharpen their God-given skills.

Extended Care Extended Care is available in the morning from 7:30-9 a.m. ($30 per week) and in the afternoon from 3-5:30 p.m. ($50 per week). You may also choose to take advantage of both morning and afternoon care at a discount ($70 per week). During Extended Care, your child will enjoy a nutritious snack.

Schedule 7:30-9 a.m. – Before-Care (Arena) 8:45 a.m. – Check-in begins for morning camps (Plaza) 9-11:45 a.m. – Morning camps 11:45 a.m.-12 p.m. – Pick-up time for morning campers(Plaza) 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. – Lunchtime for all-day campers (Café) 12 p.m. – Check-in begins for afternoon camps (Plaza) 12:15-3 p.m. – Afternoon camps 3-3:15 p.m. – Pick-up time for campers* (Plaza) 3-5:30 p.m. – After-Care (Arena) In case of inclement weather, we will move check-in and pick-up to the Arena. *Afternoon dismissal ends promptly at 3:15 p.m. Any child not picked up by 3:15 p.m. will be placed in After-Care and parents will be billed accordingly ($10 per day).

Pricing Half Day - $115 • Morning or afternoon camp

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Full Day - $230 • Combination of one morning and one afternoon camp • Full-day camp - Basketball (Boys)

Register online at wcastl.org/campwestminster!

Morning Schedule

The grade ranges indicate campers’ grades for the 2014-15 school year.

June 2-6

June 9-13

June 16-20

June 23-27

Baseball the Wildcat Way Grades 5-6 (Boys)

Art: Creators and Their Craft Grades K-2 (Boys and Girls)

Art Studio Camp* Grades 5-8 (Boys and Girls)

Basketball Grades 2-8 (Boys) ALL DAY

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls)

Basketball Grades 2-8 (Girls)

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls)

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls)

Cooking Camp: Fresh Fixins from the Garden* Grades 3-6 (Boys and Girls)

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls)

Improv I Grades 5-8 (Boys and Girls)

Musical Theatre Grades 2-7 (Boys and Girls)

Dance Grades K-6 (Girls)

Cooking Camp: Fresh Fixins from the Garden* Grades 3-6 (Boys and Girls)

Outdoor Adventure Grades 4-8 (Boys and Girls)

Softball Grades 6-8 (Girls)

Movie Review Grades 6-9 (Boys and Girls)

Dance & Cheer Grades 6-8 (Girls)

Pool Party Grades 4-7 (Boys and Girls)

STEM Camp* Grades 7-9 (Boys and Girls)

Nature Adventures Grades 4-6 (Boys and Girls)

Football for Beginners Grades 3-4 (Boys)

Volleyball Grades 6-8 (Boys and Girls)

Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Soccer Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Football Grades 5-7 (Boys)

Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Knitting Grades 3-8 (Boys and Girls)

Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Tennis: Beginner session Grades 3-8 (Boys and Girls) Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Afternoon Schedule Art Exploration Grades 2-5 (Boys and Girls) Baseball the Wildcat Way Grades 7-9 (Boys)

Basketball: Skill Development Grades 5-8 (Boys) Cheer Grades K-5 (Girls)

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls) Improv II Grades 6-9 (Boys and Girls) Lacrosse Grades 6-9 (Girls)

Band and Strings Extravaganza Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls) Basketball Grades 2-8 (Boys) ALL DAY

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls)

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls)

Field Hockey Grades 4-8 (Girls)

Sabor Latino Grades 2-5 (Boys and Girls)

Reader’s Workshop: For the Love of Stories Grades 4-8 (Boys and Girls)

Summer in France Grades 3-8 (Boys and Girls)

InstaVideo Grades 6-9 (Boys and Girls)

Stoked for Science Grades 6-9 (Boys and Girls)

Volleyball Grades 3-6 (Boys and Girls)

Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Soccer Grades 5-8 (Boys and Girls)

Tennis: Tournament session Grades 3-8 (Boys and Girls) (open to rising 9th graders)

Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Tennis: Intermediate/Advanced Grades 3-8 (Boys and Girls) Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls)

Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 (Boys and Girls) Wrestling Camp Grades 1-6 (Boys)

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 (Boys and Girls)

Art Exploration Grades 2-5 June 2-6, 12:15-3 p.m.

Kids, put your artistic abilities to use this summer! Using the ocean as our inspiration, we will learn about five different art mediums to create a fivepanel masterpiece influenced by deepsea wildlife! Led by Central Christian School teacher Laura Drake.

Art: Creators & Their Craft Grades K-2 June 9-13, 9-11:45 a.m.

Come along with us as we explore the fascinating world of artists and authors! We will read books, create projects, play games, experiment with sensory materials, and venture outdoors. From collages to animal art to splatter painting, kids are sure to have an unforgettable (and colorful!) time! Led by Eliot Chapel Nursery School teacher Mary Pat Pautler.

Art Studio Grades 5-8 June 16-20, 9-11:45 a.m.

Come with your creative juices flowing, and get ready to do some drawing, painting, thinking, building, pretending, molding, and more! We will use a wide variety of mediums to create special projects for campers to take home and enjoy. Led by Westminster art teacher Emily Dierking.

Additional $15 materials fee required.

Band and Strings Extravaganza Grades 5-9 June 23-7, 12:15-3 p.m.

Fine-tune your music skills in a fun and relaxed environment, and practice for a performance in a concert band, jazz band, and chamber ensemble! Campers should have at least one year of experience playing one of the following instruments: flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, tuba, or percussion. Eric Taylor, Westminster director of bands, will conduct the concert band and jazz band, while Mallory Scholten, Westminster orchestra teacher, will assist. Westminster’s advanced high school musicians will lead chamber music and help supervise campers.

Baseball the Wildcat Way Boys in grades 5-6 June 2-6, 9-11:45 a.m.

Boys in grades 7-9 June 2-6, 12:15-3 p.m.

Heeeyyyyyy, batter, batter! Come learn and execute the fundamentals of the baseball program that led Westminster’s team to its 2011 and 2012 state championship victories!

Wildcat coaches Micah Gall and Slade Johnson will team up with former St. Louis Cardinal and current coach Andy Benes from time to time to bring kids an instructional yet competitive summer camp experience.

Basketball Boys in grades 2-8 June 23-27, all day Come learn basketball skills and fundamentals from the Westminster basketball players and coaching staff.

Develop key skills and compete in 3-on-3, 5-on-5, and a range of individual competitions while learning how to glorify God through our gifts and abilities. Each player will need to bring his own basketball marked with his name. Led by Doug Coleman, Westminster varsity basketball coach.

Basketball Girls in grades 2-8 June 9-13, 9-11:45 a.m.

Hoop it up at an exciting basketball camp led by Westminster varsity girls head basketball coach Joan Gallagher. Campers will focus on skill development (dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, proper defensive play) and enjoy a little fun and competitive scrimmaging.

Through daily devotions, campers will learn how to live with a spiritual perspective on sports and learn what it means to show good sportsmanship and school spirit.

Basketball: Skill Development Boys in grades 5-8 June 10-14, 12:15-3 p.m.

Hoop it up! This camp is for boys who want to develop key basketball skills. Players will participate in drills to improve shooting, ball handling, passing, one-on-one moves, and other individual skills. Each player will need to bring his own basketball marked with his name. Led by Doug Coleman, Westminster varsity basketball coach.

Club Wildcat Grades 5-9 All Weeks 9-11:45 a.m. and 12:15-3 p.m.

Club Wildcat is the place to be for hours of fun! Campers will be grouped by grade so that counselors can conduct fun, ageappropriate activities that correspond with each week’s theme. They’ll take part in exciting outdoor and indoor activities, such as fun games, arts and crafts, and movie making. Plus, they’ll love various “mystery” activities throughout the week!

Cooking: Fresh Fixins from the Garden Grades 3-6 June 2-6, 9-11:45 a.m.

June 9-13, 9-11:45 a.m.

Hollyberry Catering, voted best caterer in St. Louis by Sauce Magazine five years running, helps cultivate a wonderful student and community garden on campus.

Campers will learn how products are grown and will harvest them from the garden to help inspire their daily cooking creations! They will work hands-on in the kitchen alongside Hollyberry chefs to create fun and exciting meals and snacks, such as tasty soups, paninis, and creative salads. At the conclusion of the camp, parents, grandparents, or friends will be invited to a special sampling prepared by the campers, along with a tour of the garden. A true garden-to-table experience!

Additional $15 materials fee required.

Cheer Girls in grades K-5 June 9-13, 12:15-3 p.m.

Gooooooo WILDCATS! Campers will have fun learning cheers, chants, jumps, and a brief dance while building confidence, using proper technique, and learning to be part of a team. The girls will present their skills in a performance for family and friends on Friday, June 13 at 2:30 p.m. Led by Westminster varsity cheer coach Jen Marsh.

Dance & Cheer Girls in grades 6-8 June 9-13, 9-11:45 a.m.

Get ready to show your spirit! Girls will improve strength and flexibility as they practice cheer and dance technique.

Campers will also learn new routines and perform for family and friends on Friday, June 13 at 11:15 a.m. Led by Westminster varsity cheer coach Jen Marsh.

Dance Girls in grades K-6 June 2-9, 9-11:45 a.m.

Budding dancers will learn techniques through dance-related games, as well as leadership and teamwork skills that they will benefit from in all areas of life.

Dancers will learn an age-appropriate dance routine and will perform for family and friends on Friday, June 6 at 11 a.m. Led by Westminster varsity dance coach Brittany Hartloge.

Field Hockey Girls in grades 4-8 June 2-6, 12:15-3 p.m.

The sport of field hockey is becoming more and more popular in the Midwest (and at Westminster)! Whether you have some experience or have never picked up a stick, campers will have a great time and learn new skills. Sticks will be provided, and each camper will get a ball she can keep! Mouth guards and shin guards are required; eye guards are optional. Led by Westminster field hockey coach Nancy Schmer.

Football for Beginners Boys in grades 3-4 June 3-7, 9-11:45 a.m.

Hut! Hut! Hike! For any boy who has an interest in the game of football, this camp will focus on player safety, essential fundamentals, and the rules of the game. Absolutely no experience is required. The goal of this non-contact camp is to build a foundation for campers to enjoy the game of football for years to come while emphasizing safety, teamwork, and positive attitudes. Led by Paul Lewis, Westminster teacher and assistant varsity football coach.

Football Boys in grades 5-7 June 9-13, 9-11:45 a.m.

Campers will learn basic football techniques such as throwing, catching, blocking, and tackling, along with a variety of drills in this full-contact camp. Each player will be issued equipment, which will be collected at the conclusion of camp. A full-contact camp will allow us to teach proper tackling technique and football safety, and it will allow campers to have full-contact scrimmages. Campers will learn offensive and defensive positions, as well as some of the formations and plays run by the Westminster football team. Led by Aaron Layton, Westminster teacher and 7th grade football coach, and JD Perona, Westminster teacher, former Westminster head football coach, and current middle school athletic director.

Improv I Grades 5-8 June 16-20, 9-11:45 a.m.

Rattle those funny bones and get ready for some improv! Students will learn the art of improvisation for the theatre through games, games, and more games! This high-energy camp will have campers on stage from the first moment they walk through the door and will culminate in a performance for family and friends on Friday. Led by Westminster teacher Kelly Gilbert.

Improv II Grades 6-9 June 16-20, 12:15-3 p.m.

This advanced camp is available for campers who have participated in improv in previous years. The camp will start with a review of the games and concepts learned in Improv I and will expand from there with more challenging games and concepts! This high-energy camp will have campers on stage from the first minutes of camp, and it will culminate in a performance for friends and family on Friday. Led by Westminster teacher Kelly Gilbert.

InstaVideo Grades 6-9 June 2-6, 12:15-3 p.m.

Do you and your friends take hundreds of pictures together, but you never know what to do with them? Learn how to use them for your mom’s birthday or dad’s Father’s Day gift! Or maybe you’d like to try out your iMovie skills and make a video for another camp at Camp Westminster! In this camp, we will explore exciting ways to make the most of your photos. We will work together using iMovie to create a memory video of your photos, complete with pictures, music, videos, and even voiceovers!

We also will help you get started with creating an online scrapbook or calendar that you can print out as a keepsake. So come with a flash drive filled with pictures and videos, and get ready to put your pics into action! Led by Nicole Scholten, Westminster teacher.

Knitting Grades 3-8 June 9-13, 9-11:45 a.m.

Knit one, purl two! Campers will learn all essential knitting techniques through a variety of small projects. Led

by Adriane Muehleisen, curator and creator of Etsy shop Naptime Knittery.

Lacrosse Girls in grades 6-9 June 16-20, 12:15-3 p.m.

All players from beginners to advanced are welcome to come learn more about the great sport of lacrosse! Instruction will be individualized to appropriately challenge each player. No prior lacrosse experience is required! We will introduce and work toward the mastery of fundamental skills, including cradling, passing, catching, and shooting. Players will also experience game situations as we work on offensive and defensive strategies. Led by Westminster lacrosse coach Lindsay Carlile.

Movie Review Grades 6-9 June 2-6, 9-11:45 a.m.

Lights, camera, ACTION! Hop into the director’s seat and assume the role of an educated Christian film critic while learning more about favorite movies! Campers will watch a variety of clips from several movies popular in this age group. We will explore topics from how to recognize a film’s message and theme to how special effects support the plot of a story. Campers will learn the meaning of redeeming culture at the movies and how God’s plan for salvation and hand in all of creation can be seen even in stories written and created by non-Christians. Finally, campers will wrestle with how Christians decide whether a movie is “good” to watch. Whether a movie buff or someone who just loves a good movie with a salty bowl of popcorn, this camp is for you! Led by Westminster middle school teacher Kristin Janssen.

Musical Theatre Grades 2-7 June 23-27, 9-11:45 a.m.

Sing and dance the summer away! Campers will learn a number of songs and dances throughout the week, which will culminate with a short performance on the last day of camp. Focus will be on singing technique, dance technique, stage presence, and performance skills – plus an opportunity for those interested in performing solos! Led by Kathy Eichelberger, Westminster teacher.

Nature Adventures Grades 4-6 June 2-6, 9-11:45 a.m.

Set out on a nature adventure this summer! Campers will spend each day at Litzsinger Road Ecology center exploring the woods, prairie, and creek. They will create a lasting memory of their experience by writing a story about their adventure on the book program Blurb. Books can be picked up a week after the conclusion of camp. Led by Debra Barham, Central Christian School science and worldviews teacher.

Outdoor Adventure Grades 4-8 June 16-20, 9-11:45 a.m.

Calling all video-game-loving urban dwellers! If you think it would be cool to learn about camping, fishing, hunting, survival, and photography, we’ve got the camp for you! Hear from guest speakers, watch videos, and enjoy fun outdoor experiences.

Discover animal tracks and other signs of wildlife in the woods, try to catch some fish, and take some cool pictures! Led by Westminster teacher Andy Kerckhoff.

Pool Party Grades 4-7 June 16-20, 9-11:45 a.m.

Join us for a week of fun in the pool as we work on our swimming skills and play in the water! Campers will learn the basics of swimming, including stroke and breathing technique. They will also play a variety of fun water games to improve swimming skills. Basic swimming knowledge is recommended. Led

by Westminster teacher and certified swim instructor Allison Pautler.

Reader’s Workshop: For the Love of Stories Grades 4-8 June 16-20, 12:15-3 p.m.

Campers will learn to discover books they’ll love using the Internet, libraries, and bookstores. They will be given opportunities to read the book(s) of their choice in a variety of casual settings. Throughout the week, they will learn how to read more quickly and with greater comprehension and will discuss their thoughts and opinions with their peers and teacher in a friendly atmosphere. A fun game of kickball just might break out now and then as a way to energize the brain! Led by Westminster teacher Andy Kerckhoff.

Soccer Grades K-4 June 2-6, 9-11:45 a.m.

Grades 5-8 June 2-6, 12:15-3 p.m.

Gooooaaalllll! Campers will learn proper techniques and basic tactics through group instruction and competitive play. They will also develop skills to deal with advanced tactics and techniques, both in attacking and defending. Each camper should bring a soccer ball with his or her name on it, shin guards, cleats, tennis shoes, and a water bottle. In both camps, dedicated goalkeeper training will be available, so bring GK gloves and equipment if interested. Led by USSF and NSCAA nationally licensed Westminster varsity soccer coaches Dan Legters and Warren Smith.

Softball Girls in grades 6-8 June 23-27, 9-11:45 a.m.

Get ready to cover all the bases, including hitting, fielding, base running, team play, and more! Campers will learn all about the game of softball and improve their skills while making new friends and having fun. Bats and softballs will be provided. Girls should wear athletic clothes and bring a glove. Led by Westminster softball coach Mallory Scholten.

Sabor Latino Grades 2-5 June 9-13, 12:15-3 p.m. ¡Experimente nuevas culturas! Campers will learn and practice basic Spanish vocabulary and common expressions as well as experience a fun adventure as we explore “The Hispanic World.” Songs, crafts, dances, and food will provide an in-depth view of these cultures. Led by Gina Meeks, Central Christian School Spanish teacher.

STEM Grades 7-9 June 23-27, 9-11:45 a.m.

Interested in science and math? Want to learn how engineers solve problems?

STEM Camp is for you! Campers will use the design process to solve real-world problems and have fun designing and building great projects, as well as learn technical drawing and sketching in this hands-on engineering experience. Led by Westminster science teacher Evan Munger.

Additional $15 materials fee required.

Stoked for Science Grades 6-9 June 9-13, 12:15-3 p.m.

Calling all budding scientists! Do you love science experiments and labs?

Why not spend a week as a scientist wearing a lab coat and goggles while creating all sorts of chemical reactions? Join us for hands-on science experiments, and stretch your curiosity as you learn about the science behind every reaction you observe! Led by Westminster science and math teacher Gina Butterfield.

Summer in France Grades 3-8 June 23-27, 12:15-3 p.m.

Bienvenue! Come explore the French language and culture through games, songs, crafts, stories, and food.

Campers will not only learn simple conversational skills in French but will also discover French customs, holidays, and music in a fun and interactive setting. Led by Westminster French teacher Sarah DeVries.

Tennis Grades 3-8 Beginner session: June 9-13, 9-11:45 a.m.

Intermediate/Advanced session: June 2-6, 12:15-3 p.m.

Tournament session: June 9-13, 12:15-3 p.m. (open to rising 9th graders) Warm up your forehand and backhand!

The Beginner session will focus on the most basic tennis skills and is for players who are unable to sustain a rally by hitting the ball back and forth.

The Intermediate/Advanced session is for players who can sustain a rally with some success but who still lack the basic skills to compete in a match setting. The Tournament session, for intermediate or advanced players, will focus on match play and basic strategies and is for players who are ready to compete against a variety of players. Each participant should bring his or her own racket, tennis shoes, and water bottle. Led by Westminster varsity tennis coach Adam Barbee and members of the varsity team.

Volleyball Grades 3-6 June 16-20, 12:15-3 p.m.

Grades 6-8 June 16-20, 9-11:45 a.m.

Pass, set, spike! Whether campers are just getting started or are veterans on the court, this camp will improve their skills while stressing the fundamentals of great teamwork. In the elementary camp, participants will practice basic skills; the middle school camp will stress skills such as passing, hitting, serving, and setting. Led by Heather Kea, Westminster varsity volleyball coach.

Wee Wildcats Grades K-4 All Weeks 9-11:45 a.m. and 12:15-3 p.m.

Your little Wildcats won’t want to miss Wee Wildcat Camp this summer!

Campers are grouped in such a way that counselors can plan age-appropriate activities that correspond with each week’s theme. Wee Wildcats will play outside and inside and participate in super fun activities, from games, to crafts, and even interactive story time! Each day, kids will also love the surprises that await them at the “mystery station!”

Wrestling Boys in grades 1-6 June 9-13, 12:15-3 p.m.

Hit the mats, and learn the essential techniques of wrestling! Campers will learn daily skill development, gain individual instruction, and practice during drill time and daily games. Led by Westminster varsity wrestling coach Tim Muehleisen.

We can’t wait to see you at Camp Westminster this summer!

Register online at wcastl.org/campwestminster.