Camp Westminster 2015

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.

Camp Westminster 800 Maryville Centre Drive Town & Country, MO 63017 314.997.2900 campwestminster@wcastl.org www.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.

Schedule 7:30-9 a.m. – Before-Care 8:45 a.m. – Check-in begins for morning camps 9-11:45 a.m. – Morning camps 11:45 a.m.-12 p.m. – Pick-up time for morning campers 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. – Lunchtime for all-day campers 12:15-3 p.m. – Afternoon camps 3-3:15 p.m. – Pick-up time for campers* 3-5:30 p.m. – After-Care *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).

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.

Weekly Camp Westminster Schedule Please register your child according to his/her 2015-16 grade level.

Week 1 June 1-5 Morning

Week 2 June 8-12

Week 3 June 15-19

Week 4 June 22-26

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

Baseball the Wildcat Way Build Me a Story Dance Lacrosse Spanish Exploration STEM

Afternoon

Art: Creators and Their Craft Basketball (Girls) Cooking Camp: Field to Table Football for Beginners Football Soccer Stoked for Science

Cheer Cheer & Dance Cooking Camp: Field to Table Disc Golf Improv I Junior Engineering ALL DAY Junior Golf Outdoor Adventure Volleyball

Art Studio Camp Basketball (Boys) ALL DAY Junior Triatholon Knitting Musical Theatre Ultimate Frisbee

Basketball: Skill Development Creative Genius Camp Got an App for That?

Soccer Tennis (Beginner II) Theatre Makeup

Art Exploration II Improv II Reader’s Workshop: For the Love of Stories Tennis (Int./Adv.) Volleyball (Boys) Volleyball (Girls)

GarageBand Summer in France Tennis (Tournament) Wrestling

Art Exploration I Baseball the Wildcat Way Basketball: Skill Development Field Hockey InstaVideo Pool Party Tennis (Beginner I)

Morning & Afternoon Club Wildcat Wee Wildcats

Pricing Half Day - $115 • Morning or afternoon camp Full Day - $230 • Combination of one morning and one afternoon camp • Full-day camps - Basketball (Boys) and Junior Engineering

Register Register online at wcastl.org/campwestminster! Register on or before March 31 to receive a 10% early bird discount!

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 storytime! Each day, kids will also love the surprises that await them at the “mystery station!”

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 interactive, age-appropriate activities that correspond with each week’s theme.

They’ll take part in exciting outdoor and indoor activities such as games, arts and crafts, and movie making.

Plus, they’ll love anticipating what activities they’ll find at the “mystery station” throughout the week!

Art Exploration I Grades 2-4 June 1-5, 12:15-3 p.m.

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

Art Exploration II Grades 4-6 June 15-19, 12:15-3 p.m.

Everyone is an artist at heart! Campers of all different skill levels are encouraged to come and explore art-making methods that range from traditional to modern. Campers will use mixed media to create a variety of pieces including a 3D art project! Led by Central Christian School teacher Sarah Yeo.

Art: Creators and Their Craft

Art Studio

Grades K-2 June 8-12, 9-11:45 a.m.

Grades 6-9 June 22-26, 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.

Come with your creative juices flowing, and get ready to try your hand at drawing, painting, thinking, building, pretending, molding, and more! We will use a wide variety of media to create special projects for campers to take home and enjoy. Led by Westminster art teacher Camden Bianco.

Baseball the Wildcat Way Boys in grades 5-9 June 1-5, Grades 5-6, 9-11:45 a.m.

June 1-5, Grades 7-9, 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 four consecutive state championship victories (2011-2014)!

Wildcat coach Dan Petke will team up with former St. Louis Cardinal Andy Benes from time to time to bring kids an instructional yet competitive summer camp experience.

Basketball Boys in grades 2-8 June 22-26, all day Come learn basketball skills and fundamentals from the Westminster basketball players and coaching staff.

Develop key skills and compete in 3-on3, 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 8-12, 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 2-8 June 1-5, Grades 2-4, 12:15-3 p.m.

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

Dribble, pass, shoot! This camp is designed for boys who want to develop key basketball skills. With age-appropriate goals and drills, each camper will learn to improve shooting, ball handling, passing, one-on-one moves, and other individual skills to lay a strong foundation for future skill development. Each player will need to bring his own basketball marked with his name. Led by Doug Coleman, Westminster varsity basketball coach.

Build Me a Story

Cheer

Grades 5-8 June 1-5, 9-11:45 a.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 19. Led by Westminster cheer coach Carrie Morrow.

Create amazing stories from your creative thoughts! In this camp, campers will dream up dramatic dialogues between cunning characters and add their own illustrations as they explore children’s books and short stories and even begin their first novel! They will learn about the different aspects of a story and create their own using the iPad. At the end of the week, family and friends are invited to listen to the campers share their stories. Led by Westminster middle school English teacher Kristin Janssen.

Cooking: Field to Table Grades 3-6 June 8-12, 9-11:45 a.m.

June 15-19, 9-11:45 a.m.

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 Catering 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!

Girls in grades K-5 June 15-19, 9-11:45 a.m.

Cheer & Dance Girls in grades 6-8 June 15-19, 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 19. Led by Westminster varsity cheer coaches Jen Marsh and Ali Bubenik.

Creative Genius Camp

Disc Golf

Grades 4-8 June 8-12, 12:15-3 p.m.

This camp is designed for both beginners and experienced players who want to learn to play and improve their game of disc golf. This sport has risen in popularity over the years and is a great, inexpensive hobby to enjoy with friends.

All campers will receive a driver, putter, and mini disc from Gateway Sports. They will take the bus to the Creve Coeur Park disc golf course Monday through Thursday, and a competition with prizes will be held on Friday. Led by Westminster teacher Matt DeJong.

Use your imagination! Campers will learn that creativity is much more than artistic ability. It’s an essential skill that leads to innovation! They will explore all facets of creative thinking and put learning to the test as they participate in a variety of hands-on (and minds-on!) challenges and activities. Led by Central Christian School teacher Victoria Hauser.

Dance Girls in grades K-6 June 1-5, 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 5. Led by Westminster varsity dance coach Brittany Hartloge.

Grades 5-9 June 15-19, 9-11:45 a.m.

Field Hockey Girls in grades 4-8 June 1-5, 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 8-12, 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 a Westminster football coach.

Football Boys in grades 5-7 June 8-12, 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 Mike Berttucci, Westminster teacher and football coach.

Got an App for That?

GarageBand

Grades 6-9 June 8-12, 12:15-3 p.m.

Feel the beat! This music technology camp is for middle school students interested in learning the basics of the GarageBand program, a computer-based software that simulates the experience of a music creation studio at the tip of a finger.

Campers will learn the ins and outs of GarageBand as they compose and arrange drumbeats, create podcasts, and compose a film score. Led by Westminster band instructor Eric Taylor.

What’s the code? In this camp, campers will learn how to write code and then see the end product displayed on a mobile device. No experience necessary! Campers will use the Intel XDK development tool to transform web-based code (HTML, CSS, Javascript) into fully-functional mobile applications. They will learn to be not only consumers of technology but also creators as they develop problem-solving and criticalthinking skills along the way. Led by James Hoekzema, Westminster alumnus and computer science major at Missouri Science & Technology.

Grades 6-9 June 22-26, 12:15-3 p.m.

Improv I

InstaVideo

Grades 5-8 June 15-19, 9-11:45 a.m.

Grades 6-9 June 1-5, 12:15-3 p.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 highenergy 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.

Love to take pictures with your friends?

Want to find something fun to do with them? Campers will explore exciting ways to make the most of their photos in this camp. They will work together using iMovie to create a memory video of photos, complete with pictures, music, videos, and even voiceovers. Campers will also get started with creating an online scrapbook or calendar that they can print out as a keepsake. Please bring a flash drive filled with pictures and videos. Led

by Kristin Janssen, Westminster teacher.

Improv II Grades 6-9 June 15-19, 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 highenergy 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.

Junior Engineering Grades 4-8 June 15-19, ALL DAY Calling all future builders, designers, and problem-solvers! In this hands-on camp, campers will learn to build structures and objects while exploring the fundamental principles of architecture, engineering, and physics. These include a woodworking creation and the assembling of a motorized object. Plus, a group project will allow campers to collaborate in building a bridge sturdy enough to hold the weight of an adult! This camp will be held at Covenant Christian School in their new Science and Tinkering classroom. Led by Covenant Christian School headmaster John Roberts and Westminster teacher Jacob Mohler.

Junior Golf

Knitting

Grades 4-6 June 15-19, 9-11:45 a.m.

Grades 3-8 June 22-26, 9-11:45 a.m.

Join us on the green! Campers of all skill levels will learn the fundamentals of golf with specific instruction on how to execute a full swing and properly chip, pitch, and putt. They will take the bus to Creve Coeur golf course Monday through Thursday, and a competition with prizes will be held on Friday. Led by Westminster golf coach Brian Burkey and former minitour golfer Curtis Anderson.

Knit one, pearl 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.

Junior Triatholon Grades 4-8 June 22-26, 9-11:45 a.m.

Run, bike, swim as you train for and compete in a junior triathlon! Learn the skills and techniques of training for the ultimate race that combines your love for running, biking, and swimming. Triathletes and specialists in each segment of the triathlon will coach children in a fun and motivational camp that will culminate with a junior triathlon on the campus of Westminster. Led by Westminster teacher Nile Heefner.

Lacrosse Girls in grades 6-9 June 1-5, 9-11:45 a.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 and Allison Pautler.

Musical Theatre

Pool Party

Grades 2-7 June 22-26, 9-11:45 a.m.

Grades 4-7 June 1-5, 12:15-3 p.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.

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.

Outdoor Adventure Camp Grades 4-8 June 15-19, 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.

Reader’s Workshop: For the Love of Stories Grades 4-8 June 15-19, 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

STEM

Grades K-4, June 8-12, 9-11:45 a.m.

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

Grades 7-9 June 1-5, 9-11:45 a.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. Let by USSF and NSCAA nationally licensed Westminster varsity soccer coach Dan Legters.

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 Luke Breems.

Spanish Exploration Grades 2-6 June 1-5, 9-11:45 a.m. ¡Experimente nuevas culturas! Campers will learn and practice basic Spanish vocabulary and common expressions as well as experience a “taste” of Hispanic culture through songs, crafts, dances, games, and delicious foods! Led by Marcela Casco, Central Christian School Spanish teacher.

Stoked for Science Grades 6-9 June 8-12, 9-11:45 a.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 teacher Gina Butterfield.

Summer in France Grades 3-8 June 22-26, 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 3-9 Beginner I: June 1-5, 12:15-3 p.m.

Beginner II: June 8-12, 12:15-3 p.m.

Intermediate/Advanced: June 15-19, 12:15-3 p.m.

Tournament: June 22-26, 12:15-3 p.m.

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.

Theatre Makeup Grades 6-9 June 8-12, 12:15-3 p.m.

Prepare for the spotlight! Campers will learn the fundamentals of stage makeup in this fun, hands-on camp. Discover the different materials, tools, and techniques used to achieve creative and dramatic looks. The camper’s faces are the canvases as they apply what they’ve learned to make one another look aged, injured, or fictional! Led by actor and theatre makeup designer, Mia DeJong.

Ultimate Frisbee Grades 6-8 June 22-26, 9-11:45 a.m.

Catch that flying disc! This camp is for anyone who loves fun and fast-paced sports. Previous experience is not necessary! Participate in drills and games to develop basic skills, learn rules and strategies, and play scrimmages to put your skills into action! Ultimate Frisbee is becoming increasingly popular across the country for its emphasis on speed, teamwork, fitness, and fun! Led by Mark Zylstra, a former collegiate ultimate frisbee player.

Volleyball Boys and Girls in grades 3-6 June 15-19, 9-11:45 a.m.

Boys in grades 6-8 June 15-19, 12:15-3 p.m.

Girls in grades 6-8 June 15-19, 12:15-3 p.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 camps will focus on skills such as passing, hitting, serving, and setting.

Sessions 1 and 3 are led by Heather Cumbee, Westminster girls varsity volleyball coach.

Session 2 is led by Jean Evans, Westminster boys varsity volleyball coach.

Wrestling Grades 1-6 June 22-26, 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.

Register on or before March 31 to receive a 10% early bird discount!