Summer enrichment program - catalog for July 8-11, 2024
Grades listed in the catalog refer to the grade your child will be in the fall of 2024.
| Grade in September 2024 | Class Name | Class Description | Week | Time | Instructor(s) |
| 1, 2 | Adventures with Curious George | Ready for some monkey business? Each Day, we will explore themes from the popular book series and PBS show, "Curious George", and will focus on fun, hands-on activities such as building bird feeders and making S'more pops. We will also have time to play outside with bubbles and chalk! Please bring a snack and water. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Ritamarie Therrien-Respess and Liz Mitchell |
| 1, 2 | Awesome Animals | Students will engage in a variety of activities throughout this animal-themed week. Our daily schedule will include outdoor gross motor games, crafts, mindful yoga practices, and play-based literacy, math, and dramatic play centers. Students will listen to animal stories, sing animal songs, and become a veterinarian while visiting the “Animal Clinic." Join in the fun to learn more about these awesome animals! | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Keri Giles |
| 1, 2 | Baking | Calling all bakers! Join us as we learn about desserts from around the world. Young bakers will gain kitchen confidence through hands-on baking, learn essential kitchen skills, create a cookbook, and form new friendships. There is an addtional $10 materials fee included in the price of this class. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jordan Gagner and Breana Hogan |
| 1, 2 | Little Books, Big Feelings | An engaging summer class designed to help young learners explore and understand their emotions through the magic of literature and art-making. Through carefully selected chidrens books that focus on emotions, empathy, and self-expression, each session will include a themed story followed by discussions. Children will engage in hands-on art activities inspired by the emotions explored in the stories. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Amy Loconsolo |
| 1, 2 | Little Einsteins | Calling all Little Einsteins! Each day we will explore, test, and create with hands-on activities. We will make predictions and study the outcome of different experiments relating to weather, buoyancy, and eruption; just to name a few. Also, each day we will make a creation of your very own to bring home and share with your family. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Robin Arena |
| 1, 2 | Nature's Classroom | If you enjoy the sunshine and exploring the great outdoors, this is the class for you! We will go on daily scavenger hunts and make different crafts from the things that we find. We will also enjoy nature walks, and plant our own flowers to take home at the end of the week. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer, and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. |
July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Cathy Donahue |
| 1, 2 | Stories in the Sky | When you look into the night sky do you see just shinny dots or can you see a bear or a dragon, a lion or a dog? We'll explore the wonderful world of constellations in the night sky and the stories from around the world that they hold. You'll have the opportunity to create your own constellation and the story about it. We'll even explore telescopes and how to use them. Come and discover the magical world above us. Oh, please bring in a small box for a special activity. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Donna Crowley |
| 1, 2, 3 | Blast Off to Space! | Space..the final frontier. Come on a hands-on journey through the Milky Way. Rocket to the stars as an astronaut. Create asteroids, comets, make an edible man in the moon and maybe even encounter aliens. Bring in 1 white t-shirt to be painted in. class. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Lynne Grossman and Shraboni Moitra |
| 1, 2, 3 | Lego Club | Design. Construct. Create. Let your imagination soar. Children will be able to build freely with our large collection of Legos, or follow step-by-step directions with traditional Lego kits. There will be daily building challenges, Lego trivia, and Lego-themed games to play. Come make new friends or catch up with old friends! On the last day there will be a Lego movie and a popcorn snack. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Molly Butler and Diane Betti |
| 1, 2, 3 | Ocean Explorers | Have you ever wanted to learn more about the amazing world that exists below the waves? In this class we'll learn all about the different oceans around the world and the various animals that live there. Along the way we'll make some crafts, play some games and learn something new about our world. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Robert Martin |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | Backpack Charms and Button Design | This is a fun and playful time to explore several styles of backpack accessories! This class will help your little designers develop fine motor skills, creativity and artistic expression while gaining a keen sense of fashion and style! We will learn how to use age-appropriate tools to creating unique backpack accessories such as charms, bead buddies, name tags, friendship pins, buttons and more! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Michelle Anderson |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | Mad Scientists | Get your lab coat ready and come join us for mad scientists. This class will be packed full of experiments, sure to get you excited for the fun world of science. Using the scientific method, we will observe, research, make predictions, test our experiments and record our findings. Some of the experiments we will perform include: lava lamps, slime/moon dough, erupting volcanoes, and so much more! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Caitlin Maddocks and Courtney Poske |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | Palette of Possibilities | Step into the enchanting world of possibilities with art, programmed specially to unlock the artistic potential of children. In this series of fun-filled workshops and interactive sessions, young artists are not limited to using only paint but also making art with clay, string and much more. They will explore with different types of art each day, fostering a sense of accomplishment while promoting teamwork and cultivating a passion for self expression. Join us on this exciting journey, bringing forth a world of imagination and endless possibilities. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Swarna Muddinti |
| 2, 3, 4 | Backyard and Park Games | We will teach you backyard and park games that you can play outside with friends and family. We have Bocce, Spikeball, Washers, Ladderball, Badminton, Croquet, Bottle Bash, Corn Hole, and our favorite water games. This inclusive class is suitable for students of all abilities. Come join the fun and play with us! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jessilyn Smith and Annmarie Brackett |
| 2, 3, 4 | Crafting Comics | Do you love comic books? In this class we will combine art and storytelling to create our own! We will read some comics and view some instructional videos for inspiration, and provide you with a wide variety of art supplies create your comic masterpiece. You can work independently, or collaborate with a friend in this relaxing and supportive environment. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Nabila Bukhari |
| 2, 3, 4 | Summer Enrichment: Taylor's Version | Calling all Swifties! Are You Ready For It? Come join our week long class of all things Taylor Swift. From friendship bracelets to trivia to music bingo and more, this is a class any Swiftie would enjoy! If you’re worried about it being a Cruel Summer, come Shake it Off with us! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Mollie Jasper and Carly Williams |
| 2, 3, 4 | The Problem Solving and Design Process | Problem Solving and Design is back with all new challenges including making a 3D model of a circular bedroom for a lighthouse! Participants will use problem solving skills by following the process of identifying a problem, brainstorming possible solutions, planning the solution, creating the solution, testing it out and revising it to make it better. Participants will then present their solutions to the rest of the group. A new problem will be presented each day and the design process can be documented in a journal for participants to take home with them. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Polly Mertzanis |
| 2, 3, 4, 5 | Crazy for Crafts | Are you ready to get crafting? Join us for a week of creativity where we will draw, paint, glue, and more! We will use a variety of art materials such as foam, paint, craft sticks, yarn, and clay, to explore ourcreative side! Each day, we’ll make a variety of theme-based projects to take home as well as open-ended projects that allow your creativity to soar. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Nicole Nye |
| 3, 4 | Girls Just Wanna Have Fun: Sport, Exercise and Dance Edition | Calling all girls! We are just two girls who enjoy sports, exercise and dance and we want you to join us this week. Some sports include field hockey, softball and lacrosse. Exercise with jump ropes, hula hoops, and skip-its. Learn some new dance steps and more. Sneakers and smiles required. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Amy Smith and Ashley Smith |
| 3, 4, 5 | Engineering Design Challenge - Elementary | In this class we will explore the different disciplines of the engineering world. We will do this by using the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and improve prototypes. Students will learn the basics of forces and energy by working on a new engineering challenge each day. Topics include space, thermal energy, earthquake proof structures, and more. All new challenges! (We will not be repeating challenges from the previous summer.) | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jill Shah |
| 3, 4, 5 | Navigating Our Emotions Through Play and Mindfulness | This course offers the perfect balance of play, outdoor activities, and emotional management. Students will explore how to navigate their emotions when things don't go as planned or when their expectations are not met. They will learn various techniques to channel their emotions through mindfulness practices such as writing, coloring, drawing, breathing exercises, yoga, and developing mindful awareness. These activities will help students cool down and become more attuned to their bodies' needs. Additionally, students will engage in interactive games with their peers, allowing them to naturally develop problem-solving skills and learn to manage their reactions in the moment. The course will also provide strategies for cooling down both our bodies and minds after physical activity. Each session will have different activities, so students are welcome to take the class more than once. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Lauren Wilson |
| 3, 4, 5, 6 | Kids Can Ukulele! | Whether you have your own ukulele or not, come this summer to learn the history of the ukulele, how to care for an ukulele, and how to play the ukulele. This class is for any student who loves music. Come and learn folk songs and pop songs to sing and play along to. Ukuleles are provided for all participants to use during the course. If you wish to bring your own ukulele you are welcome to. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jillian Falvo |
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | Quiz Mania Showcase | Quiz mania Showcase is a learning course where fun meets knowledge. This course is ideal for students who wants to improve their general knowledge, thinking power, retention and memory. It includes buzzer-beater quiz games relating to world geography, country flags, entertainment, and more. We'll also have mystery puzzles, riddles, trivia, spot the differences, spot the correct logo, guess the emoji and other fun activites. Come and join us for a lot of team games, to win exciting prizes and to make new friends. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Kavita Bhatia |
| 4, 5 | Paper Quilling Designs | Does your child enjoy learning new crafts? Join us as we learn the art of paper quilling. We will create beautiful works of art using colorful paper strips. The strips are rolled, curled, looped and twisted and then glued together in a variety of creative designs. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Allison O’Neill |
| 4, 5, 6 | Crochet Amigurumi | Who doesn't love a stuffed animal? In this class students will learn basic crochet skills that will allow them to make their own stuffed animal (Amigurumi). | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Chris Besaw |
| 4, 5, 6 | Explore the World of Gymnastics: For Beginners | Envision a thrilling gymnastics journey where gymnasts immerse themselves in a week-long adventure. This program is an exciting blend of skill-building and exploration, offering students the chance to delve into the rich history of gymnastics, explore basic gymnastics skills, and participate in empowering activities that enhance both physical and mental strength. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Olivia Dean |
| 4, 5, 6 | STEM Activities and Stations | STEM activities spark student’s creativity, inspire critical thinking, and develop 21st century skills. This course will allow students to rotate through a variety of STEM-themed centers to develop and enhance these skills, while collaborating and cooperating with other students, and reflecting on their ideas. Stations include: Coding Challenges with Dash and Dot robots, STEM Improv (creating designs based on randomly assigned materials, objects, and tasks), 8 Ways to Use… (designing creative uses for everyday objects), and Analyze This vs. That (comparing and contrasting functions of a design and designing a more perfect design!) Students will reflect on their learning in writing and through discussions to practice and develop even more skills! | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jessi Walsh and Jill O'Connor |
| 4, 5, 6 | Summer (Enrichment) Olympic Games | Go for the gold in this fun, active, and creative class! Students will participate in a variety of games found in the summer and winter olympics, including track and field events, ball games, and more. Kids will have fun playing active games, learning about the Olympics, and creating their own Olympic team and mascot! Students should wear sunscreen, comfortable clothes, and sneakers. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Erin Burtnyk, Lauren Silbor |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | Sewing Arts & Crafts | Using needles, thread and fabric, kids can create their own stuffed animals. We'll start the week learning basic stiches while creating a small pin-cushion to hold our sewing needles, and then we'll apply our new skills to making animals. Sewing promotes motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity, and students get satisfaction of making something with their own hands. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Adelina Baka |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | STEM Around The World | Take a trip around multiple continents with us! During our "travels" we will discover some of the world's greatest landmarks and accomplishments. Each day teams will work to complete 2-3 STEM challenges related to the various landmarks. Can you create a dam that could stop the Colorado River? Build a wall like the Great wall of China? Or can you build a tower that stands better than the Leaning Tower of Pisa? By the end of this week you'll be well traveled and critical thinkers! | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jenny White |
| 5, 6 | Build-it Bonanza | Let your child’s imagination go wild! Build-it Bonanza offers a wide variety of building materials such as Lincoln Logs, Keva Planks, Knex, Magna tiles and more, for creative designs and construction. We will have daily challenges ranging from build a maze, build the tallest structure, build a marble run, build a log cabin, etc, as well as creative time for individual and team builds. We will build, snack, run outside and build some more! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Maria Rydelek |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | American Red Cross Babysitting & Mother's Helper | Learn the skills to safely and responsibly care for young children & infants. Class content includs leadership skills, how to play with children, starting a baby-sitting business, & basic First Aid. Please note that there is an additional $17.00 cost included in this registration price for the Red Cross handbook. Only students in grades 6,7,8 are eligible to receive the Red Cross Certification. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Deborah Troio |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Creative Journaling | In this class, students will make their own journal. Each day, students they will be given prompts to respond to both in words/writing and art making. Emphasis is on creative expression through words and images. Students will be asked to take their time and use this opportunity to be mindful and reflective. Materials include: drawing materials, collage, and watercolor. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Deirdre Kunar |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Sports, Sports and More Sports! | Does your child like sports? Do they want to have the opportunity to show off their skills and teamwork? Join us for Sports, Sports & More Sports! Each day, we will start by discussing a sport, and watching some videos to help us learn the new sport. Then, we will get to put our skills to the test outside on the field! Sports include Disc Golf, Basketball, Flag Football, and Ultimate Frisbee. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Ryan Morgera |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Totally Taylor Swift | Are you a Swiftie? Are you as obsessed with Taylor as we are? Spend the week with us surrounded by all things Tay-Tay: music, cat crafts, beaded friendship bracelets, trivia, Swiftionary, singing (optional), songwriting and other fun activities! | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Ashley Prescott and Gillian Hohne |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Yarn Creations | In this fun class students will be introduced to the fiber arts with a focus on learning how to use yarn in a variety of ways to create crafts with supplies that can be found at home. Students will create a variety of crafts and explore different techniques including (but not limited to): finger knitting, making pom-poms, loom knitting with popsicle sticks, yarn wrapped letters, God’s eyes, and so much more! We will have fun using yarn in creative ways to make fun projects that can easily be made at home on their own. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jennifer Bolt |
| 6, 7, 8 | Environmental Engineers | Does your child like solving problems?! This class is designed to get students to think outside the box and help solve environmental problems through the engineering process. Students will be presented with a specific environmental issue and learn the dynamics of the environment before being challenged with fixing the problem. Students will be designing smart cities, cleaning polluted water and designing windmills! This is a hands-on, engaging class where students will be the problem-solvers of current environmental issues. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jennifer Girardi |
| 6, 7, 8 | Printmaking Mania | Printmaking is an ancient form of art that is just as fun today as it was thousands of years ago. Students will create block prints using both Soft-Kut and linoleum and will also make mono prints with Gelli plates. Students will learn how to carve, ink, and print their ideas using a variety of colors and on various types of papers. As a bonus, students will bring home their print block and can re-create and print again in the future at home! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Chad Gray |
| 6, 7, 8 | The Physics of the 2024 Summer Olympics | The 2024 Paris Olympics are right around the corner! Many of the games in the olympics provide interesting and relatable platforms for students to study physics. This course will provide middle school students the opportunity to access physics content in an engaging manner by studying the mechanics of sport in the classroom and then applying their knowledge in practice outside the classroom. Power, energy, forces, Newton’s Laws, inertia, rotation, aerodynamics, and kinematics are all physics concepts that can be more relatable and interesting when students are able to apply these concepts to golf, gymnastics, track and field, swimming and diving, rowing, basketball, archery and more! | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Patrick Collins |
| 5, 6 | LeadHERship | Welcome to LeadHERship Camp (formerly You Go, Girl), one of ShrewsburyYouth and Family Services’ most popular programs. This full-day program focuses on the concerns, hopes, dreams and goals of middle school girls by discussing the important changes they are experiencing during this critical time in their lives. They will learn how to strengthen their self- confidence, manage emotions, and communicate better with friends and family members. There will be plenty of practice in decision-making and problem-solving too !They will learn how being healthy will help them become the person they are meant to be. We have included ways to stay drug-free and help others stay drug- free. Finally, they will practice setting goals and thinking about ways to make the most of themselves! PLEASE NOTE: This is a FULL DAY class. Participants cannot register for an additional class this week. The class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 8:30-3:00 | Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services |
| 1, 2 | Adventures with Curious George | Ready for some monkey business? Each Day, we will explore themes from the popular book series and PBS show, "Curious George", and will focus on fun, hands-on activities such as building bird feeders and making S'more pops. We will also have time to play outside with bubbles and chalk! Please bring a snack and water. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Ritamarie Therrien-Respess and Liz Mitchell |
| 1, 2 | Girls Just Wanna Have Fun: Sport, Exercise and Dance Edition | Calling all girls! We are just two girls who enjoy sports, exercise and dance and we want you to join us this week. Some sports include field hockey, softball and lacrosse. Exercise with jump ropes, hula hoops, and skip-its. Learn some new dance steps and more. Sneakers and smiles required. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Amy Smith and Ashley Smith |
| 1, 2 | Little Einsteins | Calling all Little Einsteins! Each day we will explore, test, and create with hands-on activities. We will make predictions and study the outcome of different experiments relating to weather, buoyancy, and eruption; just to name a few. Also, each day we will make a creation of your very own to bring home and share with your family. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Robin Arena |
| 1, 2, 3 | Dinosaurs ROAR! | Calling all Paleontologists! Come to the land before time. Make your own dinosaur egg, create your own fossils with salt dough, compare your footprint to a dinosaur's, plus more crafts, fun and learning! Please bring 1 plain white T-shirt to paint. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Lynne Grossman and Shraboni Moitra |
| 1, 2, 3 | Ocean Explorers | Have you ever wanted to learn more about the amazing world that exists below the waves? In this class we'll learn all about the different oceans around the world and the various animals that live there. Along the way we'll make some crafts, play some games and learn something new about our world. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Robert Martin |
| 1, 2, 3 | Slime Lab | If you are curious about the science behind SLIME, this class is perfect for you! We will learn about the different ingredients used to create slime and how they interact with each other. We will explore with various types of slime and vote on our favorite at the end of the week. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer, and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. |
July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Cathy Donahue |
| 1, 2, 3 | Summer (Enrichment) Olympic Games | Go for the gold in this fun, active, and creative class! Students will participate in a variety of games found in the summer and winter olympics, including track and field events, ball games, and more. Kids will have fun playing active games, learning about the Olympics, and creating their own Olympic team and mascot! Students should wear sunscreen, comfortable clothes, and sneakers. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Erin Burtnyk, Lauren Silbor |
| 1, 2, 3 | Wood Workshop for Kids | If you are interested in building and want to learn how to use basic tools to create small wood projects, this is the class for you. Each day students will complete a DIY project where they work on basic woodworking skills, how to safely hold and use a hammer, where to safely hold wood, and how to lightly tap a nail into place. There is an additional $10 materials fee included in the price of this class. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Jillian Falvo |
| 2, 3, 4 | Backyard and Park Games | We will teach you backyard and park games that you can play outside with friends and family. We have Bocce, Spikeball, Washers, Ladderball, Badminton, Croquet, Bottle Bash, Corn Hole, and our favorite water games. This inclusive class is suitable for students of all abilities. Come join the fun and play with us! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Jessilyn Smith and Annmarie Brackett |
| 2, 3, 4 | Fairy Tale STEM | Let’s go on a Fairy Tale adventure! We will explore various fairy tales through stories and science. Can you build a structure that can withstand the huff and the puff of the big bad wolf? Help Jack escape from the Giant without falling down the beanstalk! Baby Bear needs a new bed, will you be able to design a bed that is just right? Each day we will read 2 different fairy tales and then work on a STEM challenge to help a character in each story! | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Jenny White |
| 2, 3, 4 | Summer Enrichment: Taylor’s Version | Calling all Swifties! Are You Ready For It? Come join our week long class of all things Taylor Swift. From friendship bracelets to trivia to music bingo and more, this is a class any Swiftie would enjoy! If you’re worried about it being a Cruel Summer, come Shake it Off with us! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Mollie Jasper and Carly Williams |
| 3, 4 | Baking | Calling all bakers! Join us as we learn about desserts from around the world. Young bakers will gain kitchen confidence through hands-on baking, learn essential kitchen skills, create a cookbook, and form new friendships. There is an addtional $10 materials fee included in the price of this class. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Jordan Gagner and Breana Hogan |
| 3, 4 | Little Books, Big Feelings | An engaging summer class designed to help young learners explore and understand their emotions through the magic of literature and art-making. Through carefully selected chidrens books that focus on emotions, empathy, and self-expression, each session will include a themed story followed by discussions. Children will engage in hands-on art activities inspired by the emotions explored in the stories. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Amy Loconsolo |
| 3, 4 | Stories in the Sky | When you look into the night sky do you see just shinny dots or can you see a bear or a dragon, a lion or a dog? We'll explore the wonderful world of constellations in the night sky and the stories from around the world that they hold. You'll have the opportunity to create your own constellation and the story about it. We'll even explore telescopes and how to use them. Come and discover the magical world above us. Oh, please bring in a small box for a special activity. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Donna Crowley |
| 3, 4 | Yarn Creations | In this fun class students will be introduced to the fiber arts with a focus on learning how to use yarn in a variety of ways to create crafts with supplies that can be found at home. Students will create a variety of crafts and explore different techniques including (but not limited to): finger knitting, making pom-poms, loom knitting with popsicle sticks, yarn wrapped letters, God’s eyes, and so much more! We will have fun using yarn in creative ways to make fun projects that can easily be made at home on their own. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Jennifer Bolt |
| 3, 4, 5 | Creative Writing | Grab your journals and come join us for Creative Writing, a fun and engaging class for young minds to develop their writing skills. The class is designed to spark imagination and encourage students to express themselves through the written word. We will cover different genres of writing such as fiction, poetry, and non-fiction, allowing students to explore and find their own writing style. They will also learn about the writing process, from brainstorming ideas to editing and revising their work. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Caitlin Maddocks and Courtney Poske |
| 3, 4, 5 | Navigating Our Emotions Through Play and Mindfulness | This course offers the perfect balance of play, outdoor activities, and emotional management. Students will explore how to navigate their emotions when things don't go as planned or when their expectations are not met. They will learn various techniques to channel their emotions through mindfulness practices such as writing, coloring, drawing, breathing exercises, yoga, and developing mindful awareness. These activities will help students cool down and become more attuned to their bodies' needs. Additionally, students will engage in interactive games with their peers, allowing them to naturally develop problem-solving skills and learn to manage their reactions in the moment. The course will also provide strategies for cooling down both our bodies and minds after physical activity. Each session will have different activities, so students are welcome to take the class more than once. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Lauren Wilson |
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | Teamwork Makes the Dream Work | This team building, adventure and educational program is designed to promote teamwork and to facilitate communication among students by engaging them in various fun-filled team building challenges. Each challenge has specific physical, creative, mental challenges, so every team needs a good mix of individual skills. Laugh, compete and bond like never before as your team immerses themselves in the spirit of fun and camaraderie. Discussions at the end of each activity highlight how the group and individuals have improved and the many ways in which these experiences will carry over into their daily lives. Be prepared to put on your thinking cap, work together with required resources, have fun and achieve a common goal within a time limit. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Kavita Bhatia |
| 4, 5, 6 | Lego Club | Design. Construct. Create. Let your imagination soar. Children will be able to build freely with our large collection of Legos, or follow step-by-step directions with traditional Lego kits. There will be daily building challenges, Lego trivia, and Lego-themed games to play. Come make new friends or catch up with old friends! On the last day there will be a Lego movie and a popcorn snack. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Molly Butler and Diane Betti |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | Backpack Charms and Button Design | This is a fun and playful time to explore several styles of backpack accessories! This class will help your little designers develop fine motor skills, creativity and artistic expression while gaining a keen sense of fashion and style! We will learn how to use age-appropriate tools to creating unique backpack accessories such as charms, bead buddies, name tags, friendship pins, buttons and more! PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Michelle Anderson |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | Sewing Arts & Crafts | Using needles, thread and fabric, kids can create their own stuffed animals. We'll start the week learning basic stiches while creating a small pin-cushion to hole our sewing needles, and then we'll apply our new skills to making animals. Sewing promotes motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity, and students get satisfaction of making something with their own hands. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Adelina Baka |
| 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | Game Mastermind: Playing Games and Crafting Your Own Board Games | Dive into the exciting world of board games with our immersive course, where fun meets creativity! Explore a variety of board games, from classics to modern favorites, as you learn the rules, strategies, and nuances of each. Engage in hands-on gameplay sessions that enhance your skills and strategic thinking. As the course unfolds, channel your newfound knowledge into the ultimate creative endeavor – crafting your very own board game! From concept to design, learn the essentials of game creation and bring your imaginative ideas to life. No prior game design experience is necessary; all you need is a passion for play and a desire to unleash your inner game designer. Join us for an unforgettable journey of gaming and creativity, and leave with not just skills, but a personalized board game to cherish and enjoy! | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Kylian Kelly |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | American Red Cross Babysitting & Mother's Helper | Learn the skills to safely and responsibly care for young children & infants. Class content includs leadership skills, how to play with children, starting a baby-sitting business, & basic First Aid. Please note that there is an additional $17.00 cost included in this registration price for the Red Cross handbook. Only students in grades 6,7,8 are eligible to receive the Red Cross Certification. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Deborah Troio |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Ceramics | A fun hands on class where students will explore sculpture with kiln-fired clay. Students will learn basic hand building techniques, such as wedging, slab, pinch pots, and coils, and use food-safe glaze to paint projects. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Deirdre Kunar |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Dr. Seuss in Plaster and Plush | Did you know that Dr. Seuss’s real name is Theodor Seuss Geisel and that he grew up in Springfield, MA? Come learn about Theodor Geisel the person, artist, and author while creating art in the spirit of Seuss! Inspired by his work and cultivating their own creativity, students will create whimsical animals in the form of plaster sculptures and hand-stitched felt toys. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Chad Gray |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Introduction to 3D Modeling and 3D Printing | Students will use the Tinkercad app to learn how to create models that can be successfully 3D printed. Emphasis will be placed on designing great models with 3D printing in mind. Students will visit the Oak Middle School makerspace to learn how 3D printers work, and they will leave the week with multiple 3D printed objects that they created. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Jeremy Mularella |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Palette of Possibilities | Step into the enchanting world of possibilities with art, programmed specially to unlock the artistic potential of children. In this series of fun-filled workshops and interactive sessions, young artists are not limited to using only paint but also making art with clay, string and much more. They will explore with different types of art each day, fostering a sense of accomplishment while promoting teamwork and cultivating a passion for self expression. Join us on this exciting journey, bringing forth a world of imagination and endless possibilities. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Swarna Muddinti |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Spa Week: Mindfulness, Relaxation and Self-Care | Join us on a week-long journey to a happier, healthier and more balanced you! Connect your body, breath and mind through yoga; relax and re-center with meditation; pamper yourself with DIY skin care and mani-pedis; unwind by crafting, journaling and practicing breathing techniques. By the end of the week, you’ll feel relaxed, have found a love for self-care, and gained a newfound sense of mindfulness that will carry you through life. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Ashley Prescott and Gillian Hohne |
| 5, 6, 7, 8 | Summer STEM | Students will learn about a variety of STEM topics through engaging projects that they're sure to love! We're ditching the iPads for a week of fun hands-on activities. Students will make their own boomerangs, parachutes, and slime. They will compete in an egg drop competition and cook some yummy treats in their own solar oven. | July 8-11 | 8:30-11:30 | Jeremy Mularella and Kaitlin Davies |
| 6, 7, 8 | Crochet Granny Square Blanket | It gets cold in New England and who doesn't love a good blanket? In this class students will learn to crochet a granny square blanket. Student will have the choice of making this blanket from one giant granny square or many small ones they can sew together. No crochet experience needed. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Chris Besaw |
| 6, 7, 8 | Environmental Engineers | Does your child like solving problems?! This class is designed to get students to think outside the box and help solve environmental problems through the engineering process. Students will be presented with a specific environmental issue and learn the dynamics of the environment before being challenged with fixing the problem. Students will be designing smart cities, cleaning polluted water and designing windmills! This is a hands-on, engaging class where students will be the problem-solvers of current environmental issues. PLEASE NOTE: This class is offered more than once this summer and the content will be identical. Students should only register for one session. | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Jennifer Girardi |
| 6, 7, 8 | Ultimate Frisbee Fun | Come learn to play one of the fastest growing team sports in the country! Ultimate Frisbee combines concepts of football, basketball and soccer (and sportsmanship!) to produce an exciting non-contact sport. Shrewsbury High School physics teacher, current ultimate frisbee player and former coach of the Holy Cross ultimate Frisbee team will combine drills and fun games to teach your child how to play this new and exciting sport! | July 8-11 | 12:00-3:00 | Patrick Collins |
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