An Important Announcement about Camps at Park, Summer 2013:
The Park School has embarked on a process of re-imagining its summer experiences and, to that end, will not be running its own core Park Camps program in 2013. We are, however, hosting a variety of programs on our campus this summer that we hope you will consider. Details and registration information are available below.
| Chess Camp | |
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| Description | USA Chess is the largest and premier chess camp organizer for children in the United States. Their staff is comprised of the finest children’s chess instructors in North America. Registration options include mornings, afternoon and all-day sessions. Campers experience chess instruction and play in a fun filled environment designed to improve their skills whether they are interested in casual or competitive chess. Tuition includes trophy, chess set and much more. |
| Ages | Ages 5–15; Introductory - Advanced |
| Dates | Session 1: July 22–July 26, 2013 Session 2: August 5–August 9, 2013 |
| Times | Morning: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm All Day: 9:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Tuition | Morning: $260 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $285 after. Afternoon: $260 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $285 after. All Day: $410 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $435 after. |
| Registration | Please visit: www.activelearningcamps.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with USA Chess and not through The Park School. |
Any Two ½ Day Computer Camps can be combined for a tuition of $470 if registered by 6/08/13 for Session 1 or 06/21/13 for Session 2, $495 after.
| Introductory Video Game Creation | |
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| Description | Starting with basic commands, campers will be taught in a step-by-step progression how to build a game that they design. Camp begins with an introduction to Game Maker software including adding rooms, building walls, adding backgrounds, warping to new levels, music, sound effects and many other great techniques. The first few days focus on programming basics and by late week the children are well on they’re way to creating their own unique game. At the end of camp each child is provided access to our custom download site. From this site they can download GameMaker LITE software, their games, our custom walk through guide and resource folder. Campers can continue to develop their game and create new ones as well. Finally they will receive t-shirts, trophies and a certificate with photo. |
| Ages | Ages 8–15; Introductory - Intermediate |
| Platform | MS Windows |
| Dates | Session 1: July 22–July 26, 2013 Session 2: August 5–August 9, 2013 |
| Times | Morning: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm All Day: 9:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Tuition | Morning: $295 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $320 after. Afternoon: $295 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $320 after. All Day: $445 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $470 after. |
| Registration | Please visit: www.activelearningcamps.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with Active Learning Camps and not through The Park School. |
| Video Game Creation – The Sequel | |
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| Description | In the spirit of Mario, Sonic, Samus and other legendary video-game stars come our newest camp class! Campers use Game Maker software to create a side-scrolling, platform game with running, jumping, falling, climbing, blasting, and enemy stomping! Students will learn how to program real world physics of gravity and friction, as well as plotting out head scratching mazes for themselves and other avid gamers to solve! Actual programming techniques will be used to create power-ups and saved game data during the journey. Each student’s game will be a unique adventure programmed entirely by him or her! Additionally campers receive access to our custom download site featuring thousands of games as well as a t-shirt, certificate with photo and a trophy. |
| Ages | Ages 8–15; Introductory - Intermediate |
| Platform | MS Windows |
| Dates | Session 1: July 22–July 26, 2013 Session 2: August 5–August 9, 2013 |
| Times | Morning: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm All Day: 9:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Tuition | Morning: $295 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $320 after. Afternoon: $295 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $320 after. All Day: $445 by 6/08/13 (Session 1) or 06/21/13 (Session 2), $470 after. |
| Registration | Please visit: www.activelearningcamps.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with Active Learning Camps and not through The Park School. |
| Animation Creation | |
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| Description | Using Scratch software developed by MIT, participants are guided step by step through the basics while creating their own 3D animated story, with a focus on fun. Campers will select from a gallery of animated characters called sprites. They will teach them walk, run, dance, turn around and respond to keyboard input. Students will learn to change backgrounds, add music, play catch, and other cool features. Throughout this course, they will learn basic programming skills while broadening their imagination and creativity. After the completion of camp, participants can install the software and story from our custom download site for further development or to simply show off. Each camper will also receive a t-shirt, certificate with photo and a trophy. |
| Ages | Ages 8–15; Introductory - Intermediate |
| Platform | MS Windows & Mac Compatible |
| Dates | July 22–July 26, 2013 |
| Times | Morning: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm All Day: 9:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Tuition | Morning: $295 by 6/08/13, $320 after. Afternoon: $295 by 6/08/13, $320 after. All Day: $445 by 6/08/13, $470 after. |
| Registration | Please visit: www.activelearningcamps.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with Active Learning Camps and not through The Park School. |
| New for 2013! Advanced Video Creation- Mobile Apps | |
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| Description | Children will use GameMaker Studio to create a cell phone/tablet video game in the style of Doodle Jump that they can play on their Smartphone, iPads, IPhones, Kindles and other tablets. Children will be taught how to create characters, make them move by tilting the phone, jump between platforms; manipulate objects by touching the screen, and much more. The students will create different levels, a high score table, enemies, and learn what they need to know to get games onto devices. |
| Ages | Ages 9–15; Intermediate |
| Dates | July 22–July 26, 2013 |
| Times | Morning: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm All Day: 9:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Tuition | Morning: $295 by 6/08/13, $320 after. Afternoon: $295 by 6/08/13, $320 after. All Day: $445 by 6/08/13, $470 after. |
| Registration | Please visit: www.activelearningcamps.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with Active Learning Camps and not through The Park School. |
| Introductory Video Game Creation | |
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| Description | Children with prior experience with GameMaker software learn the principals used in making 3D style games while creating their own “home base defense games”. Lessons include the principles of perspective, scale, infinity and other concepts. Students are challenged while allowing them to creatively apply their GameMaker skills and learn how game designers make the 2D computer screen “come to life” with 3D affects. |
| Ages | Ages 9–15; Intermediate |
| Platform | MS Windows |
| Dates | August 5–August 9, 2013 |
| Times | Morning: 9:00 am–12:00 pm Afternoon: 1:00 pm–4:00 pm All Day: 9:00 am–4:00 pm |
| Tuition | Morning: $295 by 6/21/13, $320 after. Afternoon: $295 by 6/21/13, $320 after. All Day: $445 by 6/21/13, $470 after. |
| Registration | Please visit: www.activelearningcamps.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with Active Learning Camps and not through The Park School. |
| Jewish Identity and Art | |
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| Description | For five days, registered participants will explore the intersection of Jewish identity and art. In the mornings we will meet with local Jewish artists in their studios to learn how their Jewish identities have influenced their art. The afternoons will be spent in the Adasha group studio for students to explore the intersection of their own identities and their art in the media of their choice. We have included an intergenerational community service component as well. This intensive program will feature group and individual introspective processing and will culminate in a gallery opening which will feature the students’ work and documentation of the program. Students must have a recommendation from their school’s arts departments to register. |
| Ages | 14-18 years old (entering 9th graders through graduating seniors) |
| Dates | June 17-21, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00am- 4:00pm |
| Tuition | $150 (includes studio materials) |
| Registration | Neely Snyder, Program Director Center for Jewish Education Tel: 410-735-5037 | Email: nsnyder@cjebaltimore.org Applications available at www.cjebaltimore.org/adashainstitute Registration must take place directly with the Center for Jewish Education and not through Park School. |
| Connect Camp | |
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| Description | Connect XYZ is a geared to improving phonics, phonemic awareness, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension for children ages 4 to 12 years old. This comprehensive program aims to improve critical thinking through individualized programming. |
| Ages | 4-12 years old |
| Dates | June 24-August 12, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00am- 3:00pm |
| Tuition | $800 per week. Campers must sign up for a minimum of two weeks. |
| Registration | Contact Alanna Chermak at The Shafer Center if interested in learning more about Connect XYZ Phone: (410) 517-1113 Download Registration Form |
| Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern Dance, Art, and Music for Girls at the Park School | |
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| Ages | Ages 7–13 |
| Dates | June 17–July 12, 2013 (Final Performance for Family & Friends on July 12, 2013 at 6:00pm) |
| Times | 9:00 am–3:00 pm Monday–Friday (closed on July 4, 2013) |
| Tuition | Tuition: $385.00 per week $30 registration fee and 1/2 tuition due by March 31, 2013. Balance due April 15, 2013. |
| Registration | Send registration form and fees to: The Dance Academy of Baltimore P.O. Box 10434 Baltimore, MD 21209-0434 For additional information call 410-746-7232 or Slerner6510@comcast.net. Registration must take place directly with The Dance Academy of Baltimore and not through Park School. |
** Inclement weather closings will be posted on www.parkschool.net
| 17th annual, instructional and competitive Basketball Day Camps for Boys and Girls | |
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| Description | All activities are indoors in a fully air-conditioned facility. Camp sessions provide hghly structured and organized, fundamental basketball instruction. Drills, skills, and team concepts are taught for the individual player within the team setting. Each team plays two games per day, and ALL campers receive equal amount of playing time. Staff is comprised of adult, experienced teachers and coaches. |
| Ages | Grades 3–10 |
| Dates | Session 1: June 24–28, 2013 Session 2: August 5–9, 2013 Session 3: August 12–16, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm |
| Tuition | $295 per session. Each additional session $270. |
| Registration | For more information, and to register: www.FiveStarBaltimore.com or 410-426-2230. Registration must take place directly with FIVE-STAR BALTIMORE and not through Park School. |
| Handwork Day Camp | |
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| Description | Imagine your child spending her day in the care of warm and loving counselors knitting, crocheting, hand and machine sewing the day away making the most adorable creations. Laying on the floor or nestled under a table, you will see children sharing stories and laughs while stitching snuggly creatures, mermaids in crocheted bikini tops, warm flannel pj shorts or needle-felted sushi. Have you ever seen a purple penguin? Our camp will envelope your child in creativity, imagination and giggles. Our team of fabulous counselors are not only well versed in crafts but trained in child development to ensure that your child feels safe, warm and loved. Our goal is to teach these wonderful skills in a space where they have fun and are allowed to express themselves. Every week, join us for a different array of amazing crafts. Whether building on old skills or learning brand new ones, our camp is sure to delight. Join the fun! One kit per camper each summer. Please bring lunch and snacks. |
| Ages | Ages 5–12 |
| Dates | June 17–July 29, 2013 (camp closed the week of 7/1/13) |
| Times and Tuition | Full Day 9:00 am - 3:00 pm: $399 per week Half Day 9:00 am - 1:00 pm: $290 per week Afternoons 1:00 - 3:00 pm: $165 per week |
| Registration/ Contact Information | Julia Yosen Camp Director The Handwork Studio Tel: 610-660-9600 | Mobile: 802-342-2022 | Fax: 610-523-5742 www.TheHandworkStudio.com Registration must take place directly with The Handwork Studio and not through Park School. |
| Fashion & Machine Sewing Camp | |
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| Description | Whether you have a budding fashionista with her own sense of style and design or a crafty kid who craves making a one-of-a-kind panda unicorn, then our camp may be just the thing. We have developed our fashion and sewing camp with your pre-teen in mind. Our patient, fun-loving counselors understand your child wants control over her choices. Whether it is picking from more than 25 patterns or bolts and bolts of tempting fabrics, we focus on your child's confidence and ownership in what she makes and less on perfect seams. With us, your kids are cutting on the floor, laughing with their friends, listening to music with no two projects the same. Your child will love the independence and be incredibly proud. Besides our fabulous team and our creative environment our stellar curriculum adds to the experience. Once again, we are happy to work with Simplicity Creative Group. Their patterns bring style and ease to our curriculum. Also this year, we are excited to partner with author, blogger and designer Brett Bara to incorporate her book "Sewing In a Straight Line" into the curriculum. Every camper will receive an autographed copy of her book to continue sewing at home. There are more than enough options and fun to keep your child coming back week after week! One book per camper each summer. Please bring lunch and snacks. |
| Ages | Ages 10–15 |
| Dates | June 17–July 29, 2013 (camp closed the week of 7/1/13) |
| Times | 9:00 pm - 3:00 pm |
| Tuition | $469 per week |
| Registration/ Contact Information | Julia Yosen Camp Director The Handwork Studio Tel: 610-660-9600 | Mobile: 802-342-2022 | Fax: 610-523-5742 www.TheHandworkStudio.com Registration must take place directly with The Handwork Studio and not through Park School. |
| Project Boost is back for its fourth year at Park School! | |
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| Description | Highly-qualified and motivating professional educators provide executive-function skill training in small classes with a student teacher ratio averaging 5:1. Instruction is provided in the areas of organization and planning, attention, memory, impulse control, keyboarding, digital literacy and safety, and transition. Students take away improved skills and a plan for success in the upcoming school year. Project Boost is proud to announce that it has added SOAR Study Skills to the Curriculum! In addition to Project Boost specific skills, parts of the following programs are embedded into your child’s instruction.
Students who have attended Project Boost in the past are invited to enroll for the 2013 session. |
| Ages | Ages 6–12 |
| Dates | August 5–August 9, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Doors open at 8:00 am for drop off by 8:45 am. Class begins at 9:00 am. Afternoons at Park School including both indoor and outdoor activities from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm available at no extra cost. (Please check box on enrollment form.) |
| Tuition | $410.00 |
| Registration | Download Registration Form |
| Musical Theatre Conservatory | |
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| Description | This conservatory will produce a full-length musical. Young actors will learn the process of producing a play, auditioning, character study, scene work, musical production, and voice production. |
| Production | Legally Blonde Director: Jimi Kinstle Musical Director: Mandee Ferrier-Roberts |
| Ages | Ages 11–17 |
| Dates | June 24–July 21, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday (closed on July 4, 2013) |
| Tuition | $1203.00 |
| Registration | Jimi Kinstle Producing Artistic Director Pumpkin Theatre 410-828-1814 or www.pumpkintheatre.com |
| Broadway Theatre Review | |
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| Description | This two week session is an introduction to musical theatre. Students will play games and also rehearse and perform a cabaret style show. Less intense than the Conservatory, students will have a fun time playing and learning as they do so! |
| Director | Erin McCoy |
| Ages | Ages 8–14 |
| Dates | July 22–August 2, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday |
| Tuition | $603.00 |
| Registration | Jimi Kinstle Producing Artistic Director Pumpkin Theatre 410-828-1814 or www.pumpkintheatre.com |
| The Ultimate Rock-n-Roll Music Camp! | |
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| Description | Choose guitar, bass, drums, voice or piano! Learn from Baltimore's best music teachers! Form a band! Write your own song! Rock out! Free MP-3 and you tube video! Best band gets played on 98 Rock Radio! Awesome special guest performance! Huge awesome stage for the Friday night concert! Marshall Stacks! Jump Boxes! Fog Machines! Spotlights! More! Drummers: Good news – one drummer per band! |
| Ages | Ages 8–Teens |
| Dates | July 22–26, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am–5:00 pm Monday–Friday |
| Tuition | $399.00 No hidden fees— Interest free monthly payment plans available. |
| Registration | Visit www.rockstarjam.net or call (410) 296-1131 to sign up today! Brought to you by Tobias Hurwitz & Terry Gourley with 20+ years experience in music camps! |
| Russian Summer Camp | |
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| Description | East-West Cultural Educational Center and Day Timers Early Learning Center join their efforts to bring an exciting, creative, and multi-language experience to their summer camp program. The camp will provide intellectually stimulating experiences and fun curricula for children 6-12 through: drama classes, music, swimming, hiking, soccer, chess, field, trips, instruction across English and Russian, and much, much more! |
| Ages | Ages 6–10 |
| Dates | June 17 - August 9 (week-long sessions) |
| Times | 8:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday (closed on July 4, 2013) |
| Tuition | $250.00 per week |
| Registration | Send email to balto_kniga@yahoo.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with East-West Cultural and Educational Center and not through The Park School. |
The Young Filmmakers’ Workshop provides a dynamic hands-on, intensive environment where young people learn about the world of film and build basic to advanced-level skills under the guidance of working professionals. The program culminates in a red-carpet premiere of student films at Baltimore’s newly restored Senator Theater. The workshops for older students provide portfolio-quality work for those wishing to pursue filmmaking, directing, visual design, or acting in education and the professions. Because of the specialized nature of the program, participants should be prepared to be totally immersed in the world of film, while having fun. Younger students work in each of the studios and on the feature film while exploring the richness embodied in the art of film.
Space is limited. Early application is recommended to guarantee a place in the workshop of your choice. Age and previous experience determine placement.
For all YFW Participants: Our fall premiere is underwritten by tax-deductible program sponsor ads that are sold by students. Further information is provided upon enrollment.
| Explorations in Film | |
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| Description | Specifically designed for and targeted to the younger Filmmakers Workshop participants, this course gives students the opportunity to get involved in all aspects of filmmaking: design, production, acting, observation, and analysis. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, students will learn all aspects of filmmaking while working on projects and a feature film. Students study the history of film by watching, discussing, and reproducing the ways great filmmakers achieve the effects that captivate audiences. Participants work in each of the studios expanding their knowledge of, and skill-building in, the arts and crafts of filmmaking. Each year Explorations in Film highlights different film styles and genres allowing students to build skills year after year. Students gain a greater appreciation for the world of filmmaking, learn the crafts needed to create a film – and have a great deal of fun! |
| Ages | Ages 9–13 |
| Dates | June 24–July 12, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday (closed on July 4, 2013) |
| Tuition | $1,150.00 |
| Contact Information | Please contact Young Filmmakers Workshop directly for answers to your questions. Website: www.YoungFilmmakersWorkshop.org Email: steve@youngfilmmakersworkshop.org Phone: 410-339-4198 x 4605 |
| Registration | Download Registration Form |
| Production Design | |
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| Description | This program is for those who love art and construction, costuming, make-up, and visual design, and are interested in embarking upon or furthering their studies in filmmaking. Learn script and character analysis, design conception, location selection, and more. Create props, sets, make-up, and costumes for the YFW films. The small size of this class allows us to tailor the course to each student’s ability and to provide a hands-on opportunity to engage in these processes from start to finish. Students spend the three weeks designing, building, and applying their work to a narrative film. Age and previous experience determine placement. |
| Ages | Ages 12 and up |
| Dates | June 24–July 12, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday (closed on July 4, 2013) |
| Tuition | $1,150.00 |
| Contact Information | Please contact Young Filmmakers Workshop directly for answers to your questions. Website: www.YoungFilmmakersWorkshop.org Email: steve@youngfilmmakersworkshop.org Phone: 410-339-4198 x 4605 |
| Registration | Download Registration Form |
| Acting for the Camera | |
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| Description | Taught by professional actors with strong dramatic training, Acting for the Camera covers the basics of character, motivation, script analysis, relationships, and more, using acting techniques including Meisner, Stanislavski, and Strasberg. Emphasis is on developing on-camera dramatic skills in an environment where each student is challenged to stretch his or her abilities. Students alternate between training, rehearsals, and shooting scenes for a short film. |
| Ages | Ages 14 and up |
| Dates | June 24–July 12, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday (closed on July 4, 2013) |
| Tuition | $1,150.00 |
| Contact Information | Please contact Young Filmmakers Workshop directly for answers to your questions. Website: www.YoungFilmmakersWorkshop.org Email: steve@youngfilmmakersworkshop.org Phone: 410-339-4198 x 4605 |
| Registration | Download Registration Form |
| Filmmaking | |
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| Description | Students are trained by award-winning professionals in all aspects of the filmmaker’s craft and are rotated into each job of a working film crew, including an opportunity to direct. Instruction starts with beginning/intermediate elements moving forward to accommodate student need, including lighting composition, camera movement, continuity, and directing, while shooting a short narrative feature film. |
| Ages | Ages 14 and up |
| Dates | June 24–July 12, 2013 |
| Times | 9:00 am–4:00 pm Monday–Friday (closed on July 4, 2013) |
| Tuition | $1,150.00 |
| Contact Information | Please contact Young Filmmakers Workshop directly for answers to your questions. Website: www.YoungFilmmakersWorkshop.org Email: steve@youngfilmmakersworkshop.org Phone: 410-339-4198 x 4605 |
| Registration | Download Registration Form |