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Location and Times: All enrichment sessions will be hosted at Central/HMS, and all will run from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. All instructors are HSD/NJDOE certified teachers.
Session A (8 Sessions): Monday, July 8th - Thursday, July 18th
Session B (8 Sessions): Monday, July 22nd - Thursday, August 1st
ALL STUDENT GRADE LEVELS CORRESPOND WITH THE 2023-24 SCHOOL YEAR
UPDATE JULY 17: IF PART OF THE LATE REGISTRATION, PLEASE REFER TO THE INFO ON THE LATE OPENINGS REGISTRATION FORM.
Course Title: Lego Robotics
Instructor: Courtney Baker
Target Audience: Grades 4-5 (Session A), Grades 6-8 (Session B)
Duration: 2 weeks, Grades 4-5 (Session A), Grades 6-8 (Session B)
Location: HMS, Room 61
Course Description: Students will be engaged in hands-on investigation of STEAM concepts and problem-solving. Students will unlock their creativity through storytelling, collaborating with peers, practicing coding and computational skills, understanding sequences, loops, cause and effect, testing, debugging, and experimenting.
Course Title: The Queen of Songwriting: Taylor Swift
Instructor: Samantha Guttadauria
Location: HMS, Room 271
Target Audience: Grades K-2 (Session A) / Grades (3-5, Session B)
Duration: 2 weeks, Grades K-2 (Session A) / Grades (3-5, Session B)
Description: You know her, you love her, but why? This course is a deep dive into the genius of Taylor Swift. We will explore her music in true Swiftie fashion by dissecting her various “eras.” Each era has unique song styles, lyrical choices, music videos, Easter eggs, and more. Students in this course will be able to glean from Taylor Swift’s skills and have opportunities to experiment and explore their own songwriting abilities. Students will also dive into the deeper meaning of her lyrics and participate in Taylor Swift-related crafts and activities. Swift’s lyrics include love, loss, insecurities, bullying, family, isolation, fame, hatred, starting over, and growing up. The songs included in this course will only include "radio-friendly" versions, and the selections for Sessions A and B will bear in mind the age range of the students.
Course Title: Adventures in Art!
Instructor: Kristin Kimmell
Target Audience: Grades 3-5 (Session A), Grades K-2 (Session B)
Duration: 2 weeks, Grades 3-5 (Session A), Grades K-2 (Session B)
Location: Central Elementary Art Room 191
Description: Join Mrs. Kimmell for fun 2D and 3D art adventures, including drawing, painting, mask-making, jewelry design, and working with clay. We will work indoors and outdoors, with time for games and yoga, too!
Course Title: Creative Writing
Instructor: Bethany Kirk
Target Audience: Grades 3-5
Duration: 2 weeks (Session A or Session B)
Location: Central Elementary, Room 216
Description: In this course, we will engage in activities that promote imaginative thinking and enhance our writing skills. We will create original works such as poems, comic strips, and short stories. We’ll build on each other's ideas and generate stories in an environment that encourages creativity and individuality. From exploring writing samples to developing our storylines, the possibilities are endless in creative writing! If you are in grades 3-5, please join us in breaking out of the boundaries of reality and embracing original ideas. WRITE ON!
Course Title: From Book to Movie: Screenwriting!
Instructor: Allie Baer
Target Audience: Grades 6-8
Duration: 2 weeks (Session A or Session B)
Location: MS 153
Description: Do you love books and movies? Have you ever wondered how your favorite stories went from the pages of a book to the big screen? What do you think about writing movie scenes? Join us this summer for a fun, two-week course where students will explore some of the most popular book-to-movie adaptations such as Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and The Hunger Games. During this course, we'll watch movie clips and read book excerpts to compare and contrast how story elements were shown on screen versus paper. Students will also discuss why some changes are necessary when adapting a book to a movie. Then, it'll be the students' turn to be screenwriters! Students will learn the basics of screenwriting and practice writing their scenes based on a book they choose. Maybe one day, your scene will be turned into a movie! This course is perfect for kids who love to read and analyze literature, watch movies, and be creative.
Course Title: From Jaws to Barbie: Five Decades of Summer Blockbusters!
Instructor: Piers Marchant
Target Audience: Grades 6-8
Duration: 2 weeks (Session A or Session B)
Location: MS 165
Description: A cinema studies class focusing on Summer Blockbusters/Summer Disasters, covering summer-released films from the last 50 years – brilliant and awful – and the cultural eras they represent. The rise of the summer blockbuster began with the release of JAWS back in 1975 – which proved to studios just how much money could be made by catering to summer audiences. Since then, the annual release of big-budget flicks has become a summer ritual and the financial lifeblood of Hollywood studios – or their downfall. We’ll explore the evolution of the summer blockbuster over the last five decades, including some of the biggest hits and worst bombs such as Jaws, The Empire Strikes Back, Ghostbusters, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, Toy Story 3, Shrek, The Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, Battlefield Earth, Jaws the Revenge, Fantastic Four, The Adventures of Pluto Nash, and The Dark Knight.
Course Title: Musical Mayhem
Instructor: Polly Murray and Maya Norton
Target Audience: Grades K-2 (Session A)
Duration: 2 weeks Grades K-2 (Session A Only)
Location: Central, Room 30
Description: Musical Mayhem K-2 interactive music program is a dynamic and engaging music education experience designed specifically for kindergarten through second-grade children. The program aims to introduce young learners to the fundamentals of music in a fun and interactive way, fostering their creativity, expression, and love for music.
Creative Exploration: Children will be encouraged to explore various musical elements such as rhythm, melody, harmony, and dynamics through interactive activities, games, and exercises.
Hands-On Learning: The program's hands-on approach allows students to experiment with musical instruments and sound-making tools suitable for their age group. These could include simple percussion instruments like drums, shakers, xylophones, and boomwhackers.
Movement and Dance: Movement is incorporated into the program to help children develop a sense of rhythm and musical expression. The lessons integrate fun and energetic dance activities to keep children engaged and reinforce musical concepts.
Singing and Vocal Exploration: Children will explore their voices through singing games, vocal exercises, and simple songs, developing their listening skills, pitch accuracy, and confidence.
Course Title: Musical Odyssey
Instructor: Polly Murray and Matthieu Maier
Target Audience: Grades 3-5 (Session B)
Duration: 2 weeks Grades 3-5 (Session B Only)
Location: Central, Room 30
Description: A dynamic summer program crafted to ignite the musical passions of aspiring young musicians in grades 3-5! The program offers an exhilarating journey through the world of music, where students embark on a vibrant exploration of voice and instruments.
Through engaging and interactive sessions, students will have the opportunity to:
Dive into a world of musical diversity with xylophones and glockenspiels of varying sizes and types. From the deep resonance of larger instruments to the sparkling brilliance of smaller ones, each instrument brings its unique character to the ensemble.
Step into the enchanting realm of wind instruments as we journey through the captivating world of soprano recorders! In this immersive session, students will unlock their musical potential through expert guidance and hands-on practice, honing their skills in reading music and playing melodies with grace and precision.
Introduction to Ukuleles. Students will learn the basics of ukulele anatomy, tuning, strumming, and basic chords. Get ready to strum, sing, and make beautiful music on the ukulele!
Explore Drumming: Students will feel the rhythm come alive as they delve into the captivating world of drumming, unleashing their creativity and expressing themselves through dynamic rhythms.
Discover the Voice: Students will explore the power and beauty of the voice through singing and vocal techniques, developing confidence and expression through the art of singing.
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