Summer enrichment program - catalog for july 22-25, 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 | Bubble Science | Is your child fascinated with bubbles? In this class children will explore what makes good bubbles, paint with bubbles, make bubble snakes and make different shape/size bubble wands. | July 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Allison O’Neill |
| 1, 2 | 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Maria Rydelek |
| 1, 2 | Do You Know Eric Carle? | Students will engage in a variety of activities related to books written and/or illustrated by Eric Carle. Our daily schedule will include outdoor gross motor games, crafts, mindful yoga practices and play-based literacy and math centers. Students will explore Eric Carle’s collage technique used in his illustrations and take a virtual tour of the Eric Carle Museum. The Mixed-Up Chameleon, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Grouchy Ladybug and many more stories will inspire our young authors and illustrators! | July 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Keri Giles |
| 1, 2 | Enchanted Fairy Gardens | Fairy Gardens are miniature gardens designed to lure fairies. They often feature a tiny home, small plants and other accessories, and building one can be a magical and creative experience! This class aims to inspire imagination, foster artistic skills, and promote a sense of wonder through the crreation of personalized fairy gardens. 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Amy Loconsolo |
| 1, 2 | Things That Go BUMP in the Night! | BUMP! What was that? A ghost, or something else entirely? Do I need to be afraid? Come join me as we explore the spooky world of things that scare us. We'll discover if vampires, zombies, ghosts, werewolves and witches really exist. Follow me into the world of nocturnal animails to learn more about bats, cats and owls. We'll read about the myths and legends from around the world and the reality of these creatures that scare us. We'll even explore why some people celebrate with skeletons!! (What's up with that?!) 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Donna Crowley |
| 1, 2, 3 | Shark Week | Ahoy, shark enthusiasts! Join us on a deep dive into the ocean! Because sharks play an important role in ocean ecosystems, we’ll be looking at the habitat, food, lifecycles, size, types, and interesting facts about a variety of sharks. This session will include projects based on literature, music, food, and hands-on scientific experiments. Please send your child with one white t-shirt to decorate. 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Lynne Grossman and Shraboni Moitra |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | Aussie! Aussie! Aussie! | Come explore the land down under! Students will spend the week learning about Australia and everything that makes it unique. Students will learn how to play traditional Australian games and sports, learn about the culture, language, and aboriginal art, explore the amazing animals on both land and sea, as well as the natural and constructed landmarks. | July 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Lauren Finacom and Jenny Brown |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | Jewelry Designers | This is a fun and playful time to explore several styles of jewelry! This hands-on class will help your designers discover an array of materials, textures, and artistic expression while gaining a keen sense of fashion and style! We will learn how to use essential tools while creating unique jewelry pieces such as bracelets, anklets, necklaces, accessories, backpack keychains 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 22-25 | 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Caitlin Maddocks and Courtney Poske |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | No-Bake Treats | If you like to make and eat yummy treats, this is for you. Learn how to make declicious, no-bake treats with recipes you can do at home without and oven. We will be making chocolate treats, pies, and smoothies to name a few. We will also see how creative you are at decorating cupcakes and making gingerbread house, in a round of “Nailed It.” 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Robin Arena |
| 2, 3, 4 | P.E. Party | Come party with us as we play our favorite games from Physical Education class. Activities like tag, cooperative challenges, sports, parachute, scooters, and team games. This inclusive class is suitable for students of all abilities 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Amy Smith and Annmarie Brackett |
| 2, 3, 4 | Space Camp | Spend the week learning about space and making space-themed crafts. Kids will learn about the phases of the moon, solar system, and build their own space shuttle. 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Melissa Bentley |
| 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Nicole Nye |
| 2, 3, 4, 5 | Swiftie Squad | Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Get ready to learn everything about THE Taylor Swift. We will play Swift games, make friendship bracelets, choreograph dances, and of course sing along to our favorite Swift songs! Come be a part of our Era’s Tour. 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Jessilyn Smith and Ashley Smith |
| 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Jennifer Bolt |
| 3, 4, 5 | Hour of Code with Dash Robots | In this class we will learn the basics of computer science by doing Hour of Code activities. We will also work in teams to use Dash and Dot robots to complete tasks and play activities. First, we will learn how to solve the tasks. Then, we will learn to write programs so the robots can complete the tasks. No experience is needed. | July 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Jill Shah |
| 3, 4, 5 | Winter Wonderland | Join us for a fun-filled week as we escape the heat, channel the cold and explore one of the most magical times of the year: Winter! From wintery crafts to chilly games, we’ve got something for everyone. We’ll make salt dough ornaments and snowflakes, craft snow globes and decorate gingerbread houses, and make candy cane slime and even our very own snow! We might even have a snow-ball fight and indulge in some frozen hot chocolate… On Thursday, we’ll end with our epic “Winterfest” party!! | July 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Ashley Prescott and Gillian Hohne |
| 3, 4, 5, 6 | Madhubani Paintings | Join us for an enjoyable and therapeutic form of art where participants will be guided into making beautiful art creations on canvas. This relaxing art work will increase focus and promotes mindfulness. Madhubani paintings are a traditional art form that have been around for 2,500 years. In this class, we will focus on “katchni” style, made using a monochrome or only two colors, and “Godna” style, signifying natural creatures into art. Classes includes step-by-step instruction for any skill level. | July 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Swarna Muddinti |
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | S.M.A.R.T. (Science, Math Art, Reading and Theatre) | S.M.A.R.T. offers students the opportunity to explore different activities in all of these 5 areas: Science, Math, Art, Reading and Theatre. The course will provide children with an educational enrichment experience where they'll learn skills not just limited to Science /Math but also Art, Theatre and life skills, make new friends and create fun memories. The students will participate in science challenges, learn math shortcuts and participate in math quiz, and work on various art projects. The students will also work in teams of actors, directors, and playwrights, all working towards producing and performing original 10-minute plays according to their age group. All-in-one and so much fun! 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Kavita Bhatia |
| 4, 5, 6 | Beat Makers | Are you interested in learning how to make music like a pro? In this course students will learn the fundamentals of how to write music using the app "Garage Band." Music helps teach creativity, and with modern technology, jumping into music production has never been easier. 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Robert Martin |
| 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Olivia Dean |
| 4, 5, 6 | Game Challenge | Do you want to test your design skills? We will be creating homemade pinball and foosball games. When each team is done building, we will spend time competing using each other’s games! This is a great class for anyone who enjoys designing and building. 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Mollie Jasper and Carly Williams |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | Embroidery Design | Embroidery is the process of embellishing the surface of textiles with decorative stitching using colorful threads often made of silk or cotton. Students will create art with a needle and thread rather than a brush, paint, pen or pencil. Embroidery cultivates mindfulness, helps in managing emotions, reduces stress, and increases self-awareness. 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 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Adelina Baka |
| 5, 6, 7 | Crochet Hat and Scarf | It gets cold in the winter and it's never too early to prepare. In this class students will learn to crochet their own hat and/or scarf. No crochet experience needed. | July 22-25 | 8:30-11:30 | Chris Besaw |
| 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 22-25 | 8:30-3:00 | Shrewsbury Youth and Family Services |
| 1, 2, 3 | Journey Around the World | Pack your suitcase! Come on a fun-filled, hands-on, arts and crafts learning journey to the world's continents. Travel down the Amazon and create beautiful creatures, snuggle up with a penguin in Antarctica, paint as the aborigines of Australia do and more! Please bring in 1 plain white T-shirt to paint 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Lynne Grossman and Shraboni Moitra |
| 1, 2, 3 | P.E. Party | Come party with us as we play our favorite games from Physical Education class. Activities like tag, cooperative challenges, sports, parachute, scooters, and team games. This inclusive class is suitable for students of all abilities 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Amy Smith and Annmarie Brackett |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | Junior Mad Science | Step into the extraordinary world of our mad science program. This program is designed to spark love for science through hands-on activities and the sheer joy of exploration. The journey includes laughter, learning, and, of course, a touch of madness through creating color symphony, making volcanoes and so on.. Every experiment is an opportunity for discovery and amazement. Let the madness begin! | July 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Swarna Muddinti |
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | No-Bake Treats | If you like to make and eat yummy treats, this is for you. Learn how to make declicious, no-bake treats with recipes you can do at home without and oven. We will be making chocolate treats, pies, and smoothies to name a few. We will also see how creative you are at decorating cupcakes and making gingerbread house, in a round of “Nailed It.” 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Robin Arena |
| 2, 3, 4 | Space Camp | Spend the week learning about space and making space-themed crafts. Kids will learn about the phases of the moon, solar system, and build their own space shuttle. 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Melissa Bentley |
| 2, 3, 4, 5 | Swiftie Squad | Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Get ready to learn everything about THE Taylor Swift. We will play Swift games, make friendship bracelets, choreograph dances, and of course sing along to our favorite Swift songs! Come be a part of our Era’s Tour. 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Jessilyn Smith and Ashley Smith |
| 3, 4 | Enchanted Fairy Gardens | Fairy Gardens are miniature gardens designed to lure fairies. They often feature a tiny home, small plants and other accessories, and building one can be a magical and creative experience! This class aims to inspire imagination, foster artistic skills, and promote a sense of wonder through the crreation of personalized fairy gardens. 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Amy Loconsolo |
| 3, 4 | Reader's Theatre with Performance | Everyone loves the stage! This class offers students the chance to choose from different reading selections and bring one to life through expression of voice and body. Reader’s Theatre promotes working partnerships, strengthens comprehension, and increases fluency. Furthermore… IT’S FUN! Participants will perform their play on Thursday, the final day of class. | July 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Liz Ushinski |
| 3, 4 | Things That Go BUMP in the Night! | BUMP! What was that? A ghost, or something else entirely? Do I need to be afraid? Come join me as we explore the spooky world of things that scare us. We'll discover if vampires, zombies, ghosts, werewolves and witches really exist. Follow me into the world of nocturnal animails to learn more about bats, cats and owls. We'll read about the myths and legends from around the world and the reality of these creatures that scare us. We'll even explore why some people celebrate with skeletons!! (What's up with that?!) 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Donna Crowley |
| 3, 4, 5, 6 | Intro to Photography | This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of photography. Through fun and interactive activities, students will learn the fundamentals of taking a good photograph, including composition, lighting, and subject selection. They will also have the opportunity to use different types of cameras, such as digital, instant and their iPads, to capture their own images.Throughout the course we will explore different types of photography, such as portrait, landscape, and still life, and how to create unique and artistic images within each genre. In addition to hands-on learning, students will also have the opportunity to edit and enhance their photos using basic editing software. This will allow them to learn the importance of post-processing and how it can improve the overall quality of their images. | July 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Caitlin Maddocks and Courtney Poske |
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 | Chess for Everyone | This chess course is run by a highly USCF rated tournament player and tournament director who will ensure a level of instruction that fits every child (from beginner to advanced). This course is for any chess player who either wants to begin learning or continue honing their chess skills. The student will learn chess in a fun and an interactive way according to their skill levels in smaller group setting without forgoing healthy competition. The course consists of basic understanding of the game, tactics, various traps, opening /endgame principles, recognizing checkmate patterns, chess tournaments and chess puzzle competition. The course inspires the students to think out of the box and educate kids how to look beyond obvious rather than just playing action/ reactionary game. The students are exposed to a wide variety of kinesthetic, visual and auditory activities as we integrate dynamic elements such as videos, puzzles, games, and fun workouts within and outside the class. | July 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Kavita Bhatia |
| 4, 5, 6 | Beat Makers | Are you interested in learning how to make music like a pro? In this course students will learn the fundamentals of how to write music using the app "Garage Band." Music helps teach creativity, and with modern technology, jumping into music production has never been easier. 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Robert Martin |
| 4, 5, 6 | Beyond Fuse Beads | Are you familiar with “fuse beads” and the 2D creations you can make with them? Well, it’s time to think BIGGER and move beyond the pegboard in our class focused on creating 3D projects with your favorite meltable beads. Each day we will create unique crafts with a fresh take on fuse beads, including bookmarks and fidget spinners, 3D creatures and plants, interlocking layers for boxes, and creative storage solutions such as phone holders or headphone wraps. We can’t wait to craft, melt and create with you! | July 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Ashley Prescott and Gillian Hohne |
| 4, 5, 6 | Game Challenge | Do you want to test your design skills? We will be creating homemade pinball and foosball games. When each team is done building, we will spend time competing using each other’s games! This is a great class for anyone who enjoys designing and building. 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Mollie Jasper and Carly Williams |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | Embroidery Design | Embroidery is the process of embellishing the surface of textiles with decorative stitching using colorful threads often made of silk or cotton. Students will create art with a needle and thread rather than a brush, paint, pen or pencil. Embroidery cultivates mindfulness, helps in managing emotions, reduces stress, and increases self-awareness. 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Adelina Baka |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | Jewelry Designers | This is a fun and playful time to explore several styles of jewelry! This hands-on class will help your designers discover an array of materials, textures, and artistic expression while gaining a keen sense of fashion and style! We will learn how to use essential tools while creating unique jewelry pieces such as bracelets, anklets, necklaces, accessories, backpack keychains 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Michelle Anderson |
| 4, 5, 6, 7 | Let's Get Cooking! A Unified Cooking & Content Creation Adventure | Have you ever scrolled online for hours watching cooking videos? Do you love to chop it up in the kitchen? Are you curious about getting started with on-line content creation? This class is an inclusive experience for ALL students to learn tasty new recipes and produce short-form videos. Students who participate in special education classes will be paired with a peer to learn recipes, write a script, and record a video. Students will come home at the end of the week with a downloadable cookbook of recipes and a video of their cooking demonstration! Unified classes provide opportunities for students with and without disabilities to work together, to develop leadership skills, and promote inclusion in the school community! There is an additional $10 materials fee included in the price of this class. | July 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Skyler Acconcio |
| 5, 6, 7 | Unified Interactive Story Telling | Students will be provided with the opportunity to showcase their talents and enhance communication skills through the expressive world of theater in a supportive and inclusive setting. We will incorporate: Interactive story telling: Tailored scripts and inclusive roles ensure that each student can actively participate and contribute to the unfolding drama. Students will also collaboratively create inclusive skits to perform. Creative Prop and Costume Play: Explore the world of role-playing using creative props and costumes, fostering self-expression and imaginative play. Puppetry as Expression: Discover the art of puppetry as a means of communication and creativity, offering students a unique way to express themselves. Inclusive Storytelling Yoga: We will integrate yoga into the program with a storytelling component. Visual Supports and Adaptations: Will utilize visual supports, cue cards, and adapted materials to ensure that each student can fully engage and understand the drama activities. Unified classes provide opportunities for students with and without disabilities to work together, to develop leadership skills, and promote inclusion in the school community. | July 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Shannan Rowell |
| 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 22-25 | 12:00-3:00 | Jennifer Bolt |
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