2024 Summer Enrichment 

Summer of 2024 Enrichment courses are being offered Monday July 8th - Friday July 26th

All courses will be held at Longmeadow High School

New Courses Being Added! Be Sure To Check Back For Updates! 

Math SAT Prep!

Questions?    Email John Wills at jwills@longmeadow.k12.ma.us

PSI Lego Robotics Summer Camps Flyer

PSI is an organization that emphasizes fun, "hands-on" student-centered approaches that deliver elevated science learning. All of these programs are a great way for girls and boys to learn & strengthen their understanding of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts set forth by Massachusetts core standards. Best of all, they get to use their imagination, explore their interests, and learn to approach problems logically and systematically!

(also below course descriptions)

Offerings for grades K-5, 10:00-12:00, a different course each week.

Registration Link for Lego Robotics Summer Camps 

Elementary Book Club: Entering Grades K-5 $95

Students will be read aloud a series of books (3-5 depending on time) with one central theme  (ie. food, friendship, summer, pets, school).  Books will be discussed as a group pointing out similar themes, favorite parts, characters, etc.  Next, students will participate in a fun movement activity along the same theme as the chosen books.  Finally class will end with a drawing activity, each student will be asked to draw their favorite moment from one of the books read and as to not rush any students, they can finish after the allotted class time and drawings will be shared the following class. 

Instructor: Kerry Kennedy

Week 3: 8:00-10:00

Kids in the Kitchen - Simple Snacks: Entering Grades 2-5 $95

Learn how to make simple snacks that you can eat anytime!  This all-new recipe collection is designed to help little chefs learn how to prepare and cook healthy, tasty snacks or mini-meals in a creative and fun way!  We will incorporate games and activities to empower and inspire our kids to lead healthier lives.  Each student will create a cookbook with all of the recipes used in class. A $20 materials fee is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Jen Thompson

Week 1: 10-12

Legos!

Books and Bricks: Entering Grades 1-4 $95

Welcome to Books and Bricks - where we'll combine the joy of reading with the excitement of building with Lego! Each time we meet, we'll read a new story together, chosen from some of the most beloved children's books. From classics to modern favorites, we'll explore a range of stories and characters that will inspire imaginations.

After each story, we'll break out the Lego bricks and get to building! With each new story, we'll challenge you to build something inspired by the characters, setting, or theme of the book. You might build a castle, a spaceship, a magical creature, or anything else that sparks your creativity.

Building with Legos is not only fun, it's a great way to develop spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and fine motor skills. This fun format will let students bring stories to life in a whole new way, as they create their own three-dimensional interpretation of the books we read. 

Instructor: Jennifer Mulcahy

Weeks 3: 10-12

Games: Just for Fun (Entering Grades 2-5).         

                                                                                                    $95

Every day the group would play various games: Win it in a minute, or other silly games! These would promote laughter, smiles, cooperation, and just good fun! An additional materials fee of $10 is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of the course. 

Instructor: Jen Thompson

Week 1: 8-10

Collage Art Workshop (Entering Grades 2-6) $95

Do you love exploring different ways to make art?  In this art workshop we will make our own colorful paper with stamps, ink, and paint.  We will then transform our colorful creations to make our beautiful collage artwork.   A $20 materials fee is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Instructor: Caitlin Dembkowski

Week 2: 10-12

Paper Marbling Art Workshop (Entering Grades 5-8) $95

This art workshop will introduce you to the art of paper marbling and stamp making.  We will learn about a Japanese paper marbling process called Suminagashi, which translates to “floating ink.”  You will make one-of-a-kind marbled prints that can be used to create new works of art or enjoy on their own.  Each student will leave the class with marbled paper and creative ideas of how to use it!  A $25 materials fee is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

Week 1: 8-10

Week 2: 8-10

Week 3: 8-10

Creative Scrapbooking: (Entering Grades 2-6) $95

Welcome to the world of creative scrapbooking! In this engaging course, students in grades 2 through 6 will embark on a journey of artistic expression, storytelling, and creativity through the craft of scrapbooking. From preserving cherished memories to exploring imaginative themes, students will learn the fundamentals of scrapbooking while honing their fine motor skills, creativity, and attention to detail.

Throughout the course, students will be introduced to various techniques, tools, and materials essential for creating captivating scrapbook layouts. They will experiment with different paper textures, embellishments, stickers, stamps, and more to add depth and personality to their projects.

In addition to learning the technical aspects of scrapbooking, students will also develop their storytelling abilities as they narrate their experiences, adventures, and dreams through visual compositions. They will explore themes such as family, friendship, hobbies, holidays, and special occasions, learning how to arrange photos, captions, and decorative elements to convey their unique stories effectively.

Through hands-on activities and guided projects, students will:

Learn basic scrapbooking techniques, including cutting, pasting, layering, and arranging.

Explore various design principles such as balance, contrast, and focal points to create visually appealing layouts.

Experiment with different styles and themes to express their individual personalities and interests.

Develop organizational skills by sorting and categorizing photos, papers, and embellishments.

Cultivate patience and attention to detail while working on intricate designs and decorations.

Gain confidence in their creative abilities and celebrate their accomplishments in a supportive environment.

By the end of the course, students will have created a collection of unique scrapbook pages showcasing their favorite memories, experiences, and aspirations. Whether documenting a family vacation, celebrating a birthday, or simply expressing their creativity, students will leave this class with newfound skills and a deeper appreciation for the art of scrapbooking. Join us as we turn ordinary moments into extraordinary works of art!

Please print out pictures to bring to the class.   A $20 materials fee is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of class. With your materials fee, you will receive a small scrapbook, pages, stickers, and scrapbook tape. 

Instructor: Valeri Brown

Week 1: 8-10

Healthy Habits: (Entering Grades K-3) $95

In this course students will learn healthy eating and exercising habits that they can use on a daily basis. The course will allow students to participate in making healthy snacks and enjoying them. They will also learn exercises they can take home and do on their own. This course will also give the students an opportunity to incorporate ELA skills and math skills by reading recipes and counting exercises. This course will be a fun and engaging way for children to develop healthy habits. Instructor: Brianna Georgantas

Week 2: 10-12

Cancelled

Rooted In Diversity: Branching Out With Wishtree Book Club (Entering grades 6-8) $95

Join us for a dynamic five-day journey through Wishtree by Katherine Applegate. Through discussions, fun activities, and creative writing, students will explore themes of friendship, diversity, and acceptance. Students will also share and discuss their favorite texts, fostering a love for reading and appreciation for diverse voices in literature. Join our book club for a week of exploration and inspiration! 

P. Camgemi

Week 3: 10-12

Fun and Games: Entering grades 4-8

Do you like playing games? In this class we will play various board games and card games, party games, and some more active games, as well. Hang out with others who enjoy playing games. Play some of the classics and learn some new games; bring your favorite game and teach us how to play! Instructor: TBD

Week 2: 8-10

Week 3: 8-10

Intro to Band (Entering grades 6-7) $95

For students with 0-1 years of band experience 

This course is designed for students with less than one year of experience in a scholastic band program. Intro to Band curriculum will cover instrument assembly, instrument maintenance and care, basic tone production, and basic music literacy. The program will conclude with a concert on Friday afternoon. A $15 fee for t-shirts will be collected by the instructor on the first day.

Instructor: Anthony Ohannessian

Week 3: 10-12

String Instrument Instruction!

Intro to Strings: Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass (entering grades 3-6).      $95

Intro to Strings is open to anyone who would like to learn a string instrument or try out a different string instrument. We will learn how to hold our instruments and our bows and play easy folk songs. The goal of this class is to give you the tools to progress on your own for the rest of the summer if you want. We will end the week with a concert on Friday afternoon. A $15 t-shirt fee, payable to the instructor,  will be collected on the first day of class. 

Instructor: Susan Lauser

Week 1: 8-10

String Orchestra (entering grades 4-7)

Younger students with prior permission from the instructor.  $95

String Orchestra is for students who have 1 - 3 years of study on their string instrument and are looking to play more music. More advanced instrumentalists are welcome to join for the playing and section leader experience. We will prepare easy and fun songs to perform for a concert on Friday afternoon. A $15 fee for t-shirts will be collected by the instructor on the first day. Instructor: Susan Lauser

Week 1: 10-12

Afternoon Offering!

Advanced Orchestra (entering grades 7-10)

Younger students with prior permission from the instructor.   $95

Advanced Orchestra is for students who have 3 and more years of study on their string instrument and/or have finished Suzuki Book 3 or prior approval of the instructor. More advanced instrumentalists are welcome to join for the playing and potentially section leader experience. We will prepare medium level fun songs to perform for a concert on Friday afternoon. A $15 fee for t-shirts will be collected by the instructor on the first day. 

Instructor: Susan Lauser

Week 1: 1 - 3 (Afternoon offering, please note the time!)

Art Studio!

Anatomical Drawing: Grades 3-12

Would you like to draw the human form using different tools and techniques? From portraitures to the full figure, you will generate a batch of drawings. This will help improve skills, such as how to embrace gestural marks, applying the value scale of white to black for highlights to shadows, find comfort with various materials, and make connections to the human anatomy. Instructor: M. Gross

weeks 1,2,3: 8-10

Monotype Printmaking: Grades 3-12

For this course, you will develop your skills in generating one-of-a-kind prints using different printmaking techniques and materials. For example, we will use the latest trend with gelli-plate printmaking! We will refer to some of the iconic styles and printmakers from the past to present as inspiration for these prints, too! Instructor: M. Gross

Weeks 1,2,3.  10-12

Papier Mache: Grades 3-12

Want to build forms from a small to large scale? Build your architectural and prop-designing skills with the different paper mache processes that will be applied in various projects for this course! Instructor: M. Gross

Weeks 1,2,3 10-12

Portfolio Development: Grades 9-12

In this 1-week course, participants will create a mini-portfolio of artwork that reflects the building of skills from 2-dimensional to 3-dimensional design, such as direct observational drawing to functional architectural vessels! Guides on how to curate the portfolio for future submission samples will be reviewed. Participants will have their artwork to take home, as well as have time to use their own devices to document photos of their work to use for their future (i.e.: college submission, personal website, etc.). Instructor: M. Gross

Week 1: 1-3

Weeks 2,3, 10-12

Anatomical Sculpting: Grades 3-12

By utilizing sculpting skills and anatomical studies, you will From portraits to the full figure, you will generate a batch of drawings. This will help improve skills, such as how to embrace gestural marks, applying the value scale of white to black for highlights to shadows, find comfort with various materials, and make connections to the human anatomy.  Instructor: M. Gross

weeks 1,2,3: 8-10

Drawing from Direct Observation (Entering Grades 6-12)

When reviewing portfolios, some art schools prefer to see at least one artwork done completely from direct observation. We will start by setting up a big still-life that will yield multiple interesting angles using objects that hold meaning for the students. The rest of the week will be spent fully developing an artwork of the still-life using the drawing or painting materials of your choice.  Instructor: B. Mitchell

Weeks 1,2,3, 8-10

Cyanotypes (Entering Grades 6-12)

In this 1 week course, we will explore cyanotype photography, a camera-less process that utilizes UV light to print images on coated paper and cloth. We will create images using found objects, organic materials, printed photographs, and drawings. We will also cover how to tone your cyanotype prints with various materials like coffee, tea, and borax. This simple yet versatile art-making process yields interesting results that can be combined with other techniques for mixed media works.  An additional materials fee of $10 is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of the course. Instructor: B. Mitchell

Week 3,  10-12

Express Yourself! A Look at the Expressive Arts (Entering Grades 6-12)

Did you know Art is not just Visual? The 5 Expressive Arts are around us everywhere we go, in a constant cycle. In this course, Students will learn about all 5 Art forms (Visual, Music, Writing, theater, Movement). Each day students will get to learn about the art form, see examples, and finally, try it out themselves! See for yourself the mental, physical and emotional benefits of practicing the expressive arts. Classes will be jam packed with demonstrations, hands-on activities, and plenty of materials to use. An additional materials fee of $5 is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of the course. Instructor: D. Stratton

Week 1  8-10

Week 2   8-10

En Plein Air: 2D Artmaking (Entering Grades 6-12)

Do you love making Art? Enjoy being in nature? Well this is the perfect course for you. A fundamental part of the Impressionist movement, En Plein Air is the act of painting from life, Outdoors. In this course we will be choosing a medium at the beginning of class, list and pack materials to bring, walk to a spot and spend the rest of class creating our artwork. Students will practice drawing from life, learn new skills and begin developing a portfolio of work. With one drawing or painting completed each day, Students will be ending the course with 5 completed artworks! Instructor: D. Stratton

Week 3: 10-12

Mixed Media: A Process Based Project

The use of a variety of media in a work of Art. What is Media? It is a material! In this course students will be using new materials each day. The artwork will start off looking one way, and end looking completely different! In this process oriented class, students will learn about Art Movements such as “Art for Arts Sake”, Abstract Expressionism and Surrealism. These concepts and ideas can help young artists shift their perspective on what it means to create art and be an artist. Students will have the option to use a wide range of materials. These materials include: Acrylic Paint, Watercolor Paint, Markers, Colored Pencils, Textiles, Paper/Collage, and many more!  An additional materials fee of $5 is required, payable to the instructor on the first day of the course. Instructor: D. Stratton

Week 2: 10-12

Week 3: 8-10

College Prep!

Verbal SAT (Entering grades 10-12) $95

This course offers both an introduction to the SAT verbal sections and an opportunity for further practice. Students will gain an understanding for what to expect on the reading & writing sections of the test and be given ample opportunity to engage in practice. Test strategies will be covered. Students will gain confidence in knowing what will be asked of them on the actual test day as the test is broken down in parts and demystified. Ample time for questions and review will be provided. 

Instructor: Mark Staples

Week 1: 8:00 -10:00

Week 3: 8:00 -10:00

SAT Math Prep: Gr. 10-12

Each week is a different course of study!

​This course offers both an introduction to the SAT math sections and an opportunity for further practice. Students will gain an understanding for what to expect on the calculator and no calculator sections of the test and be given ample opportunity to engage in practice. Test strategies will be covered. Students will gain confidence in knowing what will be asked of them on the actual test day as the test is broken down in parts and demystified. Ample time for questions and review will be provided. Instructor: James Flaherty

Week 1: Algebra  1    10-12

Week 2: Geometry 10 -12

Week 3: Algebra 2 10-12