HB 4048 

Innovative Summer Programming

For support with summer programming, contact: 


Kristen Peterson 

kmpeterson@maresa.org


Gaby Ezyaguirre

geyzagui@maresa.org


Chris Standerford

cstander@nmu.edu


MAC 2021 Shine on Summer Learning Conference June 3, 2021

9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 

INNOVATIVE SUMMER PROGRAMMING

Shifting from summer school to summer camps!


MDE SUMMER LEARNING RESOURCES 


For more ideas of innovative programs, check out past

 NMU Summer College Program Descriptions 

LEGO INSPIRED ENGINEERING CAMPS

Teach with Legos! 

Lego Education PD (Lessons and how-tos from LEGO education) 


Sample 2 week Summer camp 


For support in how to get started and connected with legos available for summer programming, contact Gaby Eyzaguirre

geyzagui@maresa.org

PICTURE-PERFECT 

STEM CAMPS

Get your students excited about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through high-quality children's literature!

Additionally schools can checkout robotics and maker equipment from:Seaborg Equipment for Loan

MARESA Equipment for Loan 


For more information, Gaby Eyzaguirre, geyzagui@maresa.org

DIGITAL STORYTELLING

 


We are all writers!


Create beautiful experiences with your students and share them with others!


For more information, or training, contact  Gaby Eyzaguirre, geyzagui@maresa.org


Chris Standerford, Director

Central Upper Peninsula MiSTEM Region

The Glenn T. Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center

Phone: 906-227-2002

http://www.nmu.edu/mistem/

http://www.nmu.edu/seaborg/ 









Option # 1 - Teacher Leader Model 

Over the past decade, we have invested millions of dollars in our U.P. educators through a variety of research supported professional learning, and now might be the opportunity to leverage these teacher leaders that have experienced quality programs.  The summer learning experience is a great chance to fully explore these turnkey curriculum resources, experiment with them, and reflect on how they can be incorporated during the regular school year as well.  Contact Chris Standerford (cstander@nmu.edu) for rosters of educators that have participated in these program workshops, or for any additional needed details.


A. Code.org; computer science (K-5, 6-8, 9-12 levels available).  

B. Math Recovery; mathematics (K-5)

C. Cereal City Science; science (K-5, 6-8)

D. MiSTAR; science (6-8)  https://mi-star.mtu.edu/pages/hb4048-summer/

E. Modeling Instruction; science (6-8, 9-12)

D. Engineering is Elementary; science & engineering (K-5)

E. Project Lead the Way; science & engineering (K-5, 6-8, 9-12)

F.  Project SMILE (K-12); focused on content integration through utilizing emerging technologies (3D printers, lab sensors, GIS, CS, productive talk, literacy, etc.)


Option # 2-Students and Teachers Learning Together Model

Consider a professional learning and student learning hybrid model.  Leverage statewide facilitator networks to provide educators with new resources, adjacent with students participating in unique learning environments.  As an example, a summer learning program could work with students for 3 hours a day, providing educators the needed time to connect with program facilitators and/or curriculum coaches and plan for the upcoming days.  Educators learn new tools, curriculum, and pedagogies, and then immediately try them out with students.  Funds could be used to purchase kits, curriculum, etc. which will continue to support teaching and learning during the regular school year. Contact Chris Standerford (cstander@nmu.edu) for connections to facilitator networks or to discuss the opportunities.

Option # 3 - Project, Problem, and Place-Based Model

Leverage a network of locally trained educators that have participated in place-based education professional learning and connect student learning experiences to communities and careers.  These authentic experiences are cross-disciplinary and bring relevance to the content; they also connect students and teachers to their communities which adds value for all stakeholders.  Examples could include learning science, math, literacy, and social studies through community assessments, water quality testing, local park inventories, invasive species studies, historical tours, city planning work & research, constructing rain gardens, GIS mapping, trail construction and maintenance, improving your school's campus, creating educational signage, exploring alternative energy options, and so much more!   

Option # 4 - Computer Science and Cyber Enablers Model

Choose to focus summer learning efforts on computer science and coding, which has traditionally been a difficult subject to staff and schedule for all students.  Using the free Code.org materials for K-8 learning, students experience a curriculum that is engaging and fun.  There are many great connections to computational thinking, mathematics, and problem-solving as well.  Curriculum pieces could be used for a single week, or for the full 8 weeks.  A single day PL is also available to support educators.  See linked flyer or contact Chris Standerford (cstander@nmu.edu) for additional detail

OUTDOOR & ADVENTURE BASED

Go Local!  What outdoor spaces does your area have to offer?

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Community Partnerships begin with brainstorming!


Ask, "What would we do if we had __?"


Then look for possible partnerships:  


Communicate-

COMMUNITY LITERACY POP UPS

Bringing Summer Book Access to Families! 


A Literacy Pop-Up is a fun and engaging way to promote literacy in the summer and often include: 

*For more information, watch the two videos below:

SCHEDULING OPTIONS FOR AN 8 WEEK SUMMER PROGRAM

Only requirement is summer program must last 8 weeks, no requirements on how many days per week or how many hours per day

ONE

8-Week Camp 


TWO

4-Week Camps


 


FOUR

2-Week Camps


*If only a 2 week teaching commitment, might be easier to recruit highly qualified teachers 



Community Days

Three or four days a week innovative programming with 1 day for: