2012 Summer Camp Brochure

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2012 Summer Camps

Table Of COnTenTS

Overview of Summer Camps 2-3

enrichment Camps 4-16

Knights Sports Camps 17-20

Camp Harrison Transportation form 21

Charlotte Christian Summer Camp Programs will be closed the week of July 2 - 6.

Charlotte Christian School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, or national origin.

All camps are open to the general public.

Campers should bring a snack and a water bottle each day to camp.

All camper belongings should be label with the camper’s name on it.

geneRal pOliCieSThe policies for summer camp students in regard to conduct, courtesy, appearance and honor code will be the same as regular Charlotte Christian School policies.

• AllcampersandvisitorsareexpectedtoexemplifyJesus Christandpursueexcellenceatalltimes.• CharlotteChristianSchooloperatesunderanhonorcode whichspecificallyforbidsstealing,cheatingorlying. Camperswhoviolatethispolicyaresubjecttosuspension or dismissal. •Modestandappropriateclothingisrequiredwhileon campus.Footwearisrequiredatalltimes.•Boysshallnotwearearrings.•Novisiblebodypiercingorvisibletattooswillbe allowed.•Hats,capsorotherheadcoveringsarenotallowedinside the buildings.•Thepossessionoftobacco,alcoholicbeverages,drugs andfirearmsisnotallowedoncampusandcanleadtoan immediate dismissal without refund.•Campersmustarriveandbepickedupontime. There is a late fee of $10 per 10 minutes.

*Charlotte Christian School reserves the right to modifysummer camp policies and combine appropriate classes based on enrollment.

SafeTyCharlotte Christian General Campus Safety Guidelines include campus speed limit and that the middle car lane must be left free at all times. Cars are not permitted to park or stop in this lane.

Refund pOliCyAll camps are non-refundable within one week of the start of the camp, unless the school cancels a course. Charlotte Christian School reserves the right to combine appropriatecamps based on enrollment.

RegiSTRaTiOn fee$25perstudentonetimebeforeMay18$35perstudentonetimeafterMay18RegistrationmustbecompletedbyFriday,May18,inordertoadequatelystaffthecampandmaintainafunandsafeenvironmentforall.Enrollmentinanycamprequiresone-timeper child registration fee that is in addition to the camp fee. A $10 fee is accessed for any changes. The camp fee is due oneweekpriortothefirstweekofcamp.

Registraion for the upcoming camp week closes each Friday at3p.m.RegistrationscompletedovertheweekendwillnotbeprocesseduntilMondaymorning.Walk-upcampersmustregister and pay for camps in full before attending summer camp.

dROp Off/piCK upIn order to ensure the safety of all campers, parents should walk their child into the designated camp location and sign their child in with the instructor. Parents should not bring campers more than 10 minutes ahead of time or pick them more than 10 minutes after camp. A fee of $10 per $10 minutes will assessed.

A child, who will not be picked up by his/her parent or guardian,musthavewrittenpermissiontoridewithsomeoneelse. The permission must be presented to the camp director at the beginning of the camp day.

Campers who are registered for both morning and afternoon campswillbetakenandsupervisedatlunchcareandplaytimefornocharge.Lunchisnotprovided.

exTended CaRe OpTiOnSEarlyCareFee-$50After Care Fee- $55Lunch Care provided for only students transitioning intoafternoon camps free of charge.

Campersmayarriveasearlyas7:30a.m.Camperswillbeescortedtotheirfirstcampbyastaffmember.InstructorswillwalkthecamperbacktoExtendedCareforthoseregisteredin afternoon session.

OffiCe HOuRS Monday-Friday8a.m. -3p.m. in theCharlotteChristianMediaCenter.

infORmaTiOn yOu need TO KnOw

Whatwillyoudothissummer?Manyofuswill takemuchneededtimetotraveltovisitwithfamilyandfriendsSomewilltaketripstothebeachtounwindfromthebusyschoolyear.While,otherswillchoosetosleepinandtakeaslowapproachtothesummermorning.Butwhatwillyoudowhenthetravellingisdoneandthekidshaveasked“Whatarewegoingtodotoday”?

ThatiswhenyouwillprobablystartsurfingtheInternetforsummercampopportunitiesforyourchild. As a working mother of two I try not to let the words take me by surprise. During the months ofFebruaryandMarchwesitdownasafamilytotakealookatthefamily’ssummercalendar.Ihavefoundthatmaking camp selections early allow for my children to choose camps that will broaden their horizons with the possibility ofevenseeingifafriendcanattendcampwiththem.

Attendingsummercanbeabeagreatopportunityforchildrentoexpandtheirhorizons.Asadultswetendtogravitatetothingsthatmakeusfeelthemostcomfortable.Manytimesourchildrendothesame.Duringthesummeritisagreatopportunityforchildrentoattendavarietyofcamps.Thismayhelpfosteranewloveorinterestincooking,science,math,art,orevenanewsportinginterest.

I’llneverforgetthetimeImetayoungcamperwhoattendedoneoftheenrichmentcampsatCharlotteChristianSchool.HetoldmethathedidnotwanttogotocampbutratherstayathometowatchhisfavoriteT.V.show.Iencouragedhimtofindsomethingthatinterestedhimatcampthatday.Icheckedonhimlaterthatweektomysurprisehetoldmethatthiswasthebestweekever.Hetoldmethathehadmadesomenewfriendsandhadcreatedthecoolestscienceprojectever.

Is not that what we all want for our children - the opportunity to try something new and to build relationships that may lastalifetime.Whenchoosingyourcampsthissummer,lookforcampsthatwilleducatethewholechild.AsaneducatorandmomIknowthatthisisacontinualprocess.Thecampsthatmychildrenhavelovedthemosthaveprovidedthemwithopportunities toexceloutsideof theclassroomwhilepresenting themwith thechallengewith tryingsomethingnew.

Whetheryouwouldlikeforyourchildrentoattendcampforoneweekorforseveralweeks,thereareavarietyofcampsavailablethatwillpeaktheinterestofchildrenwholovetolearn,playandexplore.IhopethatyouwillcomespendtimeatCharlotteChristianSchoolthissummerasweexpandourhorizonstogether.

In Christ,

AllyciaR.BrownDirector of Summer CampsCharlotte Christian School

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“in the depth of winter, i finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” - albert Camus

overview

overview of summer campsAllcampsreflecttherisinggradeofthecamper.*CampsofferedbyDiscoveryPlace.

June 11 - 15Course name Grade Page

Animal Safari* Grades JK - 1 14

CaraZara’sTravelingHula-Hoop Grades JK - 5 5

CreativeWriting-LowerSchool Grades 3 - 5 6

Film Production Camp Grades 9 - 12 7

KidsMysteryCamp Grades 3 - 5 8

KnightsBaseballCamp Grades K - 9 17

Knights Football Camp Grades JK - 5 18

Knights Lacrosse Camp Grades5-8 18

LegoManiacsCamp Grades 2 - 5 11

Let’sHaveSomeFunWithGolf(June 11 - 14)

Grades K - 9 20

Little Chefs Cooking Camp Grades JK - 2 9

Pony Camp (June 11-14) Grades 1 - 5 9

Pottery Formations Art Camp Grades 3 - 6 12

Soccer Camp (June 11-14) Grades JK - 5 18

SummerAdventureCamp Grades 3 - 6 15

Super Summer Day Camp Grades JK - 3 15

Swim Camp GradesK-8 19

Tennis Camp Grades K - 5 19

Tennis Camp Grades6-8 19

VolleyballCamp(Girls) Grades3-8 19

WoodworkingCamp Grades 3 - 5 13

June 18 - 22Course name Age/Grade Page

AdventuresInArt Grades 3 - 5 4

ArtsAroundtheWorld Grades 2 - 5 4

Camp Create* Grades JK - 1 14

CampHarrisonDudeRanch Ages7-14 16

CampHarrisonResidentCamp(June17-23)

Ages7-16 16

Cupcake Fun Camp Grades 2 - 5 6

FancyNancyCamp Grades JK - 2 6

French Is Fun Grades 1 - 3 7

Karate Camp Grades K - 5 8


KnightsBasketballCamp Grades2-8 18

LEGoManiaCamp Grades K - 5 11

MouseandMore Grades JK - 3 8

PianoBlastforBeginners Grades 2 - 3 9

PianoBlastforBeginners Grades 4 - 5 9

PonyCamp(June18-21) Grades 1 - 5 9

PraiseandWorshipMusic&Performance Camp

Grades K - 5 12

Reader’sTheatre-ArchitectsofTheFurture-TheCityofEmber

Grades 2 - 5 12

Reader’s Theatre - Fairy Tales WithATwistCamp

Grades 2 - 5 12

SoccerCamp(June18-21) Grades6-8 18



TakingItUpANotchGolfCamp(June18-21)

Grades K - 9 20

Ultimate Frisbee Golf Camp Grades 6 - 10 19

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FormoreinformationpleasecontactAllyciaBrownatallycia.brown@charchrist.comor(704)366-5657,ext.2003.AllcampdirectorshavepassedabackgroundcheckbyCharlotteChristianSchool.

July 30 - AuGust 3Course name Grade Page

CreativeWriting-MiddleSchool Grades6-8 6

Finances For Kids Camp Grades 3 - 5 8

Fizz,BubbleandGoo Grades 2 - 3 14

Just Jumpin’ Rope Camp Grades K - 5 7

Point&ShootDigitalPhotography Grade3-8 9

Recycling Art Camp Grades 1 - 6 12

RobotRevolution* Grades 4 - 5 14

Social Skills for Girls Grades 3 - 5 13

SummerAdventureCamp Grade 3 - 6 15


July 16 - 20Course name Grade Page

Acoustic Guitar Camp Grades3-8 4

BroadwayRocks Grades 3 - 6 5

CreativeWriting-LowerSchool Grades 3 - 5 6

FilmMakersForBeginners Grades6-8 7

LEGoMachines&Mechanisms-Part II

Grades 3 - 6 10

LittleConservatoryofMusicCamp

Grades JK - 1 14

Pony Camp (July 16 - 21) Grades 1 - 5 9

Soccer Camp (July 16-19) Grades JK - 5 18

Social Skills for Girls Grades K - 2 13


Summer“Charm”&“Etiquette” Grades JK - 5 13

SummerSchoolMathCamp Grades6-8 13


TakingItUpANotchGolfCamp(July 16 - 19)

Grades K - 9 20

WrestlingCamp Grades JK - 5 19


Chefs in Training Grades 2 - 5 5

DancePerformingArts&More Grades JK - 1 7

DancePerformingArts&More Grades 2 - 5 7

LEGoMachines&Mechanisms-Part III

Grades 3 - 6 10

Let’s Get Serious About Golf (July 23 - 26)

Grades K - 9 20

Soccer Camp (July 23-26) Grades6-8 18

SocialSkillsforBoys Grades 3 - 5 13



WoodworkingCamp Grades 3 - 5 13

WrestlingCamp(July23-26) Grades 3 - 12 19

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CardioGrooveCamp Grades 2 - 5 14

Charlotte Fencing Academy Grades 3 - 6 5

Cheerleading Camp Grades K - 5 17

Chess Camp Grades K - 5 6

Club Penguin Grades 1 - 5 6

CreativeWriting-MiddleSchool Grades6-8 6

Daisy Dance Camp Grades JK - 1 14

Finances For Kids Camp Grades 3 - 5 7


LEGoEducation-WeDoRoboticsI Grades 4 - 6 11

LEGoEducation-WeDoRoboticsII Grades 4 - 6 11

Let’s Get Serious About Golf (June25-28)

Grades K - 9 20

Percussion Camp Grades K - 5 9

Reader’s Theatre - Architects of theFuture-TheCityofEmber

Grades 2 - 5 12

Reader’s Theatre - Fairy Tales WithATwistCamp

Grades 2 - 5 12

Recycling Art Camp Grades 1 - 6 12

“Sense”-sationalScience Grades 1 - 4 12

Singing&ActingCamp Grades 6 - 10 13


SummerSchoolMathCamp Grades6-8 13



American Girl Doll Camp Grades 1 - 5 4

Cookie Chemistry* Grades JK - 1 14

EliteBasketballCamp Grades6-8 17

KnightsBasketballCamp Grades2-8 18

LEGoMachines&Mechanisms-Part 1

Grades 3 - 6 10

Let’s Get Serious About Golf (July 9 - 12)

Grades K - 9 20

Let’sHaveSomeFunWithGolf(July 9 - 13)

Grades K - 9 20

Soccer Camp (July 9-12) Grades JK - 5 18

SocialSkillsforBoys Grades K - 2 13



Swim Camp GradesK-8 19

Tennis Camp Grades K - 5 19

Tennis Camp Grades6-8 19

WatercolorWorksofArt Grades3-8 13

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enrichment camps

enrichment

aCOuSTiC guiTaR CampSpend a week learning how to play music with guitar instructor Mr. Jason Sword. Campers will expand theirknowledgeoftuning,openmajorandminorchords,basicset up and maintenance of guitars, using online resources for instruction, rhythm and lead guitar playing, how to play in a group, and more. Students should bring their own guitar and tuner to camp each day.

Director: JasonSword, CMSElementaryArts Instructor and Charlotte Christian parentAge: RisingGrades3-8Date: July16-20Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $165

advenTuReS in aRTJoinLowerSchoolArtTeacherMissShelleyWallaceassheencourages students to use their imagination during this wonderfulweekofartcamp.Eachdaycamperswilllearnhowtouseavarietyofmaterialsincludingpencil,pen,oilpastels,andcharcoaltocreatefabulouspiecesofart.Eachdaywillbeatrueadventureinart.

Director: ShelleyWallace,LSArtTeacherAge: RisingGrades3-5Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

aRTS aROund THe wORldCamperswilltraveltoadifferentcountryeachdayastheyexploretheartsofthatculture.Thecampwillincludeartinstruction,crafts,music,anddramaticplayforthevariouscountries studied.

Directors: LoriAnneSword,DirectorofTheatre JasonSword,CMSElementaryArts Instructor&CharlotteChristianParentAge: RisingGrades2-5Date: June18–22Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $165

ameRiCan giRl dOll CampEnjoy some funwith yourAmericanGirl dolls offeredbyAmericanGirlDollextraordinaire,Mrs. JudyMyers.Girlswillenjoyaweekoffuncreatingcrafts,learningetiquette,dressing their dolls, and creating fun hair styles, and much more. Each day will focus ona different American Girl Doll. Whether you are new to thecamporhavedoneitbefore,thispromises to be a week of fun-filled activity. All activities aredifferent fromprevious summers.Campers will need to bring supplies to this camp. A complete listwillbegivenuponreceiptofregistration. Afternoon material is different from morning camp session.

Director: JudyMyers, MSAdministrativeAssistantAge: RisingGrades1-5Date: July9-13Time: 9a.m.-Noonor1-4p.m. or9a.m.–4p.m.Cost: $150-halfday $250 - full day

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CHaRlOTTe fenCing aCademy CampThisexcitingcourseoffersallthefundamentalsofthisfast-paced sport. Through a variety of exercises, drills andgames, students will learn the footwork and blade-work techniquesusedinmodernfencing.Fencingisamartialartthatdevelopsquickness,discipline,fairplay,andconfidence.The last day of camp will feature a practice tournament in which the students can test out their new swashbuckling skills. Students are asked to wear comfortable athletic clothing and proper athletic shoes.

Fencingmasks,jackets,gauntletsandswordsareprovidedby Charlotte Fencing Academy for use during the camp.

Director: ColleenGallant, Charlotte Fencing Academy InstructorAge: RisingGrades3-6Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $180

CHefS in TRaining - ameRiCan & iTalian CuiSineCampers will learn how to prepare kid friendly recipes inthekitchenwithMrs.ChristyColes.Camperswillprepareavarietyofdinnerrecipesaswelllearnhow to prepare fun party appetizers. In addition to cooking, campers will learn and practice basic etiquette skills. Campers will also learn howto clean up after themselves in the kitchen.Eachcamperwillleavewithabasickitchenutensil, recipe book, and apron. There will beatastingpartyonthefinaldayofcampforparentstoenjoy!

Director: ChristyColes, First Grade TeacherAge: RisingGrades2-5Dates: July23–27Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

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bROadway ROCKSProduceaBroadwaystyleshowinjustoneweek.Camperswill join professional choreographer Mrs. Linda Boothand professional director Mrs. Lori Anne Sword as theydevelopskillsinacting,singing,anddancingwhilecreatingthe musical revue American Jukebox. Mr. Jason Swordwill bring his expertise in the visual arts. In addition torehearsals and musical theatre activities, performers willget the opportunity to learn about making props, creating costumes, and designing scenery.

Directors: LoriAnneSword,DirectorofTheatre JasonSword,CMSElementaryArts Instructor&CharlotteChristianParentAge: RisingGrades3-6Date: July16-20Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.Cost: $250 (min. 30 students)

CaRa ZaRa’S TRaveling Hula-HOOp CiRCuS CampJointheBigTopofCircusFun!Ms.CaraZaraprofessionalhula-hoop entertainer will teach the art of hoop dance, face-painting, costuming and performance. This creativeand active camp features hula-hoop tricks and games,dance,crafts,musicandplentyofsillyfun!

Director: CaraPutzrathAge: RisingGradesJK-5Date: June11-15Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

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CHeSS CampCamperswilllearnthenamesandmovementsofchesspiecesand how to win the game. Lessons will include basic tactical themes and patterns. Tournament rules and practices will be taught each day and campers will learn a brief history of the origin of chess.

ThecampwillbeledbyMr.MatthewNoble,directoroftheCharlotteChessAcademy.Hehasseveralyears’teachingexperienceworkingwithplayersofalllevels.Inadditiontothis,hehasattainedthetitleofNationalMaster(top1-2%nationally).

Director: MatthewNoble, Director of Charlotte Chess AcademyAge: RisingGradesK-5Dates: June25-29Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $150

Club penguinCome join theamazingworldofClubPenguin! Camperswillcreateorsharefavoriteareasofthepopularwebsiteas well as do games and crafts for their penguin. You can evenchallengeyourfriendsonthenewClubPenguinWiigame. Cool down from the summer heat with an artic cool camp!

Directors: KimberlyWarr, LS Technology Teacher &BarbMitchell, LSandMSTutorAge: RisingGrades1-5Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $145

CupCaKe fun CampCome and celebrate the holidays and special occasions by baking and decorating cupcakes. Learn how to create ediblepiecesofartthatyou’llbeabletoenjoythroughoutthe year at birthdays, Easter, Valentine’s Day, Mother’sDay, Father’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more.Camperswillbringhomecreationseachdaytoenjoywiththeirfamily.Wearcomfortableclothesandanapron.Allmaterials will be included.

Director: AngelinaFerrari, MSSpanishTeacherAge: RisingGrades2-5Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165 (Min.6•Max.15)

CReaTive wRiTing - lOweR SCHOOlEverywriterneedsanideabooktotakenoteswheninspiration strikes. Campers will create such a notebook andgather ideas throughout theweek. By readinganddiscussingexamplesofproseandverse,wewilllearnhow to comeupwithourowncreativewritingideas. Shortwritingexercises helpwriterspracticespontaneity and encourage creativity to flow. Eachstudent will write poetry and conjure up a uniquecharacteranditsstory.TheEnd!

Director: BettinaWirz, HandsandMindInc.Age: RisingGrades3-5Date: June11–15,July16-20Time: 1–4p.m.Cost: $150 (Min.7•Max.12)

CReaTive wRiTing - middle SCHOOlWhatdoWorldWarII,mostembarrassingstories,superheropowers,Democrats vs. Republicans, andspace travel all have in common? These are allpotential writing topics for the writing seminar taking placethissummer.Studentswilldelveintoalltypesof writing including, creative, persuasive, narrativeandexpository.Exposuretotime-testedexamplesofeach will be incorporated into our camp. Along with learning the fundamentals of writing, students will be given the opportunity to refresh their grammar andpunctuation skills as they write. A great way to prepare studentsfortheupcomingyear!

Director: BrandonHenderson, MSLatin&ClassicalEnglishTeacherAge: RisingGrades6-8Date: June25-29,July30-Aug.3Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $150

fanCy nanCy CampCome explore the amazing world of FancyNancy!Learnlotsoffancywords,beanexplorer extraordinaire, relax on spaday, and practice your etiquette at afancyteaparty.Mostofall,havelotsoffuninaveryfancyway!

Directors: EmilyFair,LSParentAge: RisingGradesJK-2Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $145

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film maKeRS fOR beginneRSAmateur directors, actors, writers or simplymovie loverswill enjoydivinginto the basics of cinema this summer. The camp will begin by exploringthe fundamentals of script writing, camera work, and directing. The culminating step in the process will be shooting and editing a film oftheirowndesign.Notonlywillthiscampprovideanintroductionintothebasicsoffilmmakingbutitwillalsoallowstudents to build teamwork skills as they work with their peers towards a common goal.

Director: BrandonHenderson, MSLatin&ClassicalEnglishTeacherAge: RisingGrades6-8Date: July16-20Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $150

finanCeS fOR KidS CampStudents in rising grades 3 - 6 will create, name, and run their own town during this camp. Will you apply for ajoboropenupyourownbusiness?Beinginchargeinthisvirtualtownwillhelpyouunderstandbasicconceptsaboutmoneyandfinanceswhilehavingagreattime.Applyandimproveyour skills inmath, teamwork,analytical thinkingandcreativity.

Director: Mrs.BettinaWirz,Hands&MindInc.Age: RisingGrades3–5Date: June25-29,July30-Aug.3Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $150(Min.7•Max.12)

fRenCH iS funComediscoverthefood,games,stories,andcraftsoffivedifferentFrench-speakingcountries.WewillfocusonfairytalesandtheFrench-speakingworld.Bringyourpassportandsenseofadventureaswe“travel”toFrance,Belgium,Cameroon,Martinique,andCanada.Allons-y!

Director: MadameDawnYoung, US French TeacherAge: RisingGrades1-3Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

danCe peRfORming aRTS & mOReWorship inavarietyofdancedisciplines(jazz,ballet,hiphop,

modern, and tap) frees campers toexperience,likeKingDavid,thejoy

of celebratingGodwith all theirmight!Rounding out the dance curriculum will be

complimentary performing arts classes in drama, music, and sign language. Instruction with related props and

crafts, along with participation in pertinent choreography sessions

will culminate in a special program at the end of the week. In the context of a Christ-centeredenvironment, campers will release God to inhabit the praisesofHispeopleandlearnthatHeistrulytheLordofthearts!

Courselevelisappropriatelydesignedforbothbeginnersandthosewithsomepriordanceexperience.Danceattireis preferable, although modest, flexible clothing will bepermitted. Those with dance shoes should bring them, and wewillhavesomegentlyusedshoesforotherstotryonandborrow. All hair should be secured tightly away from the face.Bothboysandgirlsarewelcometoparticipate.

Director: Mrs.BarbraMessina, KingDavidConservatoryCost: $165

Age: RisingGradesJK-1Dates: July23-27Time: 9-12p.m.

Age: RisingGrades2-5Dates: July23-27Time: 9-12p.m.

film pROduCTiOn CampThiscampaimstoteachcampersthebasicsoffilmproductionwith the ultimate goal of writing, shooting, and editing a shortfilmwithagroupoftheirpeers.Duringtheirtimeinthecamp, campers will learn how to craft a script from scratch, frame shots with the camera, direct actors and actresses, and uploadandeditfootageusingFinalCutExpress.CamperswillleavewithaDVDoftheirworktocommemoratetheirtimetogether.Noexperiencenecessary!

Director: ChadFair, USBroadcasting/ Film TeacherAge: Risinggrades 9-12Date: June11-15Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.Cost: $300 (Max.10students)

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juST jumpin’ ROpe CampJust Jumpin’ Jump Rope Camp is a Philadelphia based camp thatspecializesinallformsofjumprope.Thecoacheshavebeen trained in single rope, double dutch, partner tricks, andlongrope.Wewillplayavarietyofjumpropegamesthroughouttheweek,butwearemainlytryingtodevelopeachchild’sskilltohavethemgetbetteratjumpingrope.Checkusoutonlineandviewpicturesfrompreviouscamps.http://www.jumpropecamp.com.

Director: JustinPilmoreAge: RisingGradesK-5Date: July30–Aug.3Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

KaRaTe Camp(White, orange, Yellow, Yellow Stripe, Blue and BlueStripeBelts)Thisclasscoversbasiclevelkicks,blocksandstrikes,aswellasformalandinformaltechniques.onthelastdayofclass,studentstestfortheirnextbeltlevel.Thetestwillincludetheircolorbelt,certificateandrequirementsfortheirnextbelt.

Director: Sgt. Irwin CarmichaelAge: Rising Grades K - 5Date: June18-22time: 1 - 4 p.m.Cost: $185

mOuSe and mOReorlando isn’t the onlyplace to find Mickeyand his friends. Come join our magic kingdomas we travel under the seawithNemoandAriel;explorethejungle with Mowgli and Simba;venture into a wonderland of toyswithAliceandWoody;andentermagicalcastlesinsearchof princesses and fairies. Crafts, games, food, Biblelessons,andmoreareallplanned for this exciting camp.Enchantmentawaits!Beautiesandbeastswelcome!

Director: BarbHasselberg, Second Grade TeacherAge: RisingGradesJK-3Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

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KidS mySTeRyCampMysteries for Kidsoffers age and content appropriate mysteries for campers ages 8-13 (reading andcomprehension abilities needed). Campers become thecharactersandinvestigators(no memorization is required). We bringclues and character information to help the kids solve themystery in this very interactivecamp that inspires not only fun, but also team buildingandgoodverbalskills.CamperswillworktogethertowritetheirownMysteryPlay,creatingthecharacters,plot,etc.,andpresentthefinalproductiontoparents on Friday.

DAYoNE: TheCuriousCase of The Lost Elephant takescamperstothecircuswheretheywillinvestigatethestrangedisappearance of a large elephant. Up to 25 can play (4 boys and 4 girls portray the characters and the other kids becometheinvestigatorstosolvethemystery).

DAY TWo: The StickyCase of Chuckles theClown is awhodunitinwhichcamperstrytofigureoutwhopouredthesyrupinEyestrainFalls’mostpopularvideogame.Upto25can play (4 boys and 4 girls portray the characters and the otherkidsbecometheinvestigatorstosolvethemystery).

DAY THREE: The Mysterious Case of a Quarterback inSpaceallowscamperstofigureouthowandwhythestarquarterback was supposedly abducted by aliens rightbefore the big game. Up to 25 can participate (6 boys &2girls,5boys&3girls,4boys&4girls,or3boys&5 girls are the characters, the rest of the kids become the investigatorstosolvethemystery).

DAYFoUR:TheTantalizingCaseoftheHighTechFlavorHeist. Today theSweet Time IceCream factory is inanuproar.Adaythatwassupposedtobeveryspecialhassuddenlybecomeonetomakeicecreamloversweep.Nomoney was stolen, but the company’s secret new ice cream flavor recipe is missing. Up to 25 can play (4 girls and5 boys portray the characters and the other kids become investigatorstosolvethemystery).

DAYFIVE:Willbearecapoftheweek’smysteriesaswellas the production of the camper created mystery.

Director: DellaFreedman,owner ComeSolveIt-MysteriesforKidsAge: RisingGrades3-5Date: June11-15Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

pOinT & SHOOT digiTalpHOTOgRapHy CampComeandhavefuntakingpicturesaround the beautiful Charlotte Christian campus. Each day

campers will focus on a different theme. Themes could include nature,

people, geometric patterns, and many more. Campers willtakepicturesfromavarietyofperspectivesthroughoutthe week and learn photography terminology and basic icon representation. Students will need a point and shoot camera, which they are comfortable using and a memory card.

Director: StephanieSimon,professional photographerAge: RisingGrades3-8Date: July27-Aug.3Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

pOny CampCamperswillhavefunlearningthebasicsofhorsemanship.In addition to learning to ride, campers will learn parts of the horse, breeds, colors, and different gaits. Campers will pick outaponytotakecareoffortheweekandrideeverydayin a western saddle. Campers will also learn about caring forgoats,sheep,bunnies,ducksandchickens.Allactivitiestake place outside. Please wear closed-toed shoes, bring anextrasetofclothes,aridinghelmetandlunch.CatNapFarmisapproximately25minutesfromCharlotteChristianSchool.ThecampislocatedjustsouthofBallantynewherecampers will need to be dropped off and picked up by a parent or guardian each day of camp. Directions and addresswillbeshareduponcampconfirmation.

Director: MaryHayes,ownerofCatNapFarmAge: RisingGrades1-5Dates: June11-15,June18–22, July 16 - 20 (4 day camps)Time: 8:30a.m.-1:30p.m.Cost: $350 ($100 deposit with registration) (Max.6studentsperweek)

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liTTle CHefS COOKing CampDescription:Buddingchefswillcombinefun literaturewithcooking! It could beCloudy With a Chance of Meatballs, Chicken Soup With RiceorevenIf You Give a Cat a Cupcake! We’llread,cook,exploretheartofmakingacookbook,andjusthavefun!

Director: ChristyColes,FirstGradeTeacherAge: RisingGradesJK-2Date: June11-15Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

peRCuSSiOn CampThis is a unique opportunity to grow musically and formrelationships while learning in a chamber music setting. We will explore a variety of repertoire for percussioninstruments including snare drum fundamentals and battery percussion, mallets, timpani and drum set, among many others. Daily activities will include: instruction inall major areas of percussion performance, master classopportunities, enhancing reading and technical skills, instrument demonstration, special topic discussions, and ensemble rehearsal.

KentLovereceivedhisBMEfromEastCarolinaUniversityand has recently retired after 30 years of teaching band. HeisaprofessionalmemberofMENCandteachesprivatepercussion lessons. Along with his wife, Robin, Kent teaches marchingpercussioneachsummerfortheEastMecklenburgHighSchoolMarchingEaglesandtheRedDevilsofNewton-Conover.Heperformswith theWinthropCarolinasWindorchestraandhastraveledwiththemtoSpain.

Director: KentLoveAge: RisingGradesK-5Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $185

pianO blaST fOR beginneRSCampers will learn beginning piano techniques and notereadinginagroupsetting.Studentswillenjoyexperience

on a keyboard and/or other barred instruments, musicgamesandmore!onthelastdayofcamp,studentswillsharewhattheyhavelearnedwithparents.

Director: E l i s aDennehy,

LSMusicDirector Cost: $165

Age: RisingGrades2-3 Date: June18-22

Time: 9a.m.-Noon Age: RisingGrades4-5 Date: June18-22 Time: 1-4p.m.

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legO® maCHineS & meCHaniSmS - paRT i10 principle models of simple machine leGO® educationDoyouknowhowsimplemachinesmakeour liveseasier?This campwill teach you the PrincipleModels of SimpleMachines and let you investigate the mechanical andstructuralprinciplesnormallyhiddenawayinsideeverydaymachines and structures. The 32 models that you will build each present a hands-on demonstration of one of the concepts of simple machines, mechanism and structures. SimpleMachines:Lever,WheelandAxle,Pulley, InclinedPlane,Wedge,Screw

Mechanisms: Gear,Cam,PawlandRatchet

The Principle Models are a pathway for campers tounderstand and integrate mechanical and structural principles applied in the models for the LEGo–MachinesandMechanismsPartIIandPartIII.MakesuretoregisterforPart IIand/orPart IIIofMachinesandMechanisms inorder to apply the knowledge that you learned to design afishingrod,click-clock,andyacht,dragster,dogbotandmany more.

Directors: KimberlyWarr,LSTechnologyTeacher &BarbMitchell,LS&MSMathTutorAge Rising Grades 3 - 6 Date: July9-13Time: 9a.m.-12p.m.Cost: $145(Max.24)

legO® maCHineS & meCHaniSmS - paRT iiForces & Motion and MeasurementsJoin us for a camp of investigating and designing sevenmodels that relate to forces&motionandmeasurements.These lessons follow the LEGo Education’s 4C approach:Connect, Construct, Contemplate, and Continue. A few of theconcepts that thecamperswill learnare investigatingpowered forces and motion, speed, and pulling power, along with measuring distance, time, speed, and weight of their constructions. The fun begins when they construct a launchinghillforfreewheeling,designacrazyfishinggame,and create a bouncing ballerina.

Forces&Motionbuilds: Sweeper,FishingRod, Freewheeling,TheHammerMeasurementbuilds: TrundleWheel,LetterBalance, Click-Clock

Directors: KimberlyWarr,LSTechnologyTeacher &BarbMitchell,LS&MSMathTutorPrerequisite: LEGo–MachinesandMechanisms Part I encouragedAge: RisingGrades3-6Date: July16-20Time: 9a.m.-12p.m.Cost: $145(Max.24)

legO® maCHineS & meCHaniSmS - paRT iiienergy and Powered MachinesBe LEGoSmart! Join us fora campof investigatinganddesigningsevenmodelsthatrelatetoenergyandpoweredmachines. These lessons follow the LEGo Education’s 4Capproach:Connect,Construct,Contemplate,andContinue.CamperswillgearupfortheWindmill,andgeardownforthe Land Yacht. Then the fun really begins when they build theDragsterandplaceitonthelaunchramp,observetheWalkerclimboverhills,maketheDogbotsleepyorcreatehisjawstoopenverywide.Comejointhefunofbeinganengineer!EnergyMachines: Windmill,LandYacht, FlywheelerPoweredMachines: PowerCar,Dragster, TheWalker,Dogbot

Directors: KimberlyWarr,LSTechnologyTeacher &BarbMitchell,LS&MSMathTutorPrerequisite: LEGo–MachinesandMechanisms Part I encouragedAge: RisingGrades3–6Date: July23-27Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $145(Max.24)

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legO® mania CampComejoinMrs.ChristyColesforafun-filledweekofLEGoMania.Throughouttheweek,camperswillbuildcreationsoftheirown,aswellasfromavarietyofpopularthemessuchasStarWars,ToyStory,andmuchmore.CamperswillalsopartakeinLEGothemedcraftsandsnacks.Don’tmissout!

Director: ChristyColes,FirstGradeTeacherAge: RisingGradesK-5Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

legO® maniaCS CampDoyouloveLEGobricks?CreateexcitingLEGostructuresingroupand individualbuildsasyouexplore thehistoryofLEGotoys.Camperswilllearnaboutsimplemachinesbybuildingeverythingfromanimalstoairplanes.Youwilldesign,build,andraceLEGocars. Ifyou lovetheLEGolife,thiscampisforyou!

Directors: LoriAnneSword,DirectorofTheatre& JasonSword,CMSElementaryArts Instructor&CharlotteChristianParentDate: June11-15Age: RisingGrades2-5Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

legO® eduCaTiOn – we dO RObOTiCS i TheLEGoEducationWeDoroboticsconceptisaLEGosetthatprovidesatasteofwhatroboticsisallabout.Camperswill build LEGo models featuring working motors andsensors, connect them to the computer, and use a simple programmingtoolforprogrambehavior.Camperswillworkwithaseriesofcross-curricular,theme-basedactivitiesanddevelopskillswithinSTEM(Science,Technology,Engineering,andMathematics).Attheendofthecamp,theywill takehomethecompleteWeDoRoboticsconstructionset,WeDosoftware,andactivitypacktouseagainandagainathome(avalueofmorethan$200).

Productsincluded(Campersupplykit):LEGo®EducationWeDoRoboticsConstructionSetLEGo®EducationWeDoSoftwarev.1.2LEGo®EducationWeDoActivityPack

Directors: KimberlyWarr,LSTechnologyTeacher &BarbMitchell,LS&MSMathTutorAge: RisingGrades4-6Date: June25-29Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $345(Max.25)

legO® eduCaTiOn – we dO RObOTiCS ii Prerequisite:LEGo Robotics I from summer camp 2011DidyouattendourWeDoRoboticscampinthesummerof2011? This year’s camp is a greatway to expand yourLEGo®EducationWeDoRoboticsknowledgewiththenewWeDo Resource Set. The set contains 325 LEGo piecesdesignedasapartssupplementfortheWeDoConstructionSet.WhenaddedtoyourWeDoRoboticssystem,thenewresource set offers four new models. Campers may choose to build a tower crane, an intelligent house, a Ferris wheel oracar!CamperswilltaketheirSTEM(Science,Technology,Engineering,andMathematics)educationtothenextlevel!They will expand their possibilities of creative problem-solvingchallengesandmathconnectionswhileprogramingeach of these new models on the computer.

Productsincluded(Campersupplykit):LEGo®EducationWeDoRoboticsResourceSet&Buildinginstructions

Directors: KimberlyWarr,LSTechnologyTeacher BarbMitchell,LS&MSMathTutorPrerequisite: LEGo–MachinesandMechanisms Part I encouragedDate: June25-29Age: RisingGrades4-6Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $200

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pOTTeRy fORmaTiOnS aRT CampExplore themediumof clayduring thismarvelous,messyand creative pottery club. Young potters will pinch, coil,twirl, pound and mold their creations as they learn the basics of hand-built pottery and use the potter’s wheel to twirlupabowloftheirown.Camperswillalsoexperimentwithsurfacedesignandeveryartistwillleavewithseveralunique masterpieces and a new appreciation for mud.Camperswill also learnabout firing theirwork in a kiln.Please bring a smock or old shirt.

Director: ReneeSimmons,USParent/PotterAge: RisingGrades3-6Date: June11-15Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $185

pRaiSe and wORSHip muSiC & peRfORmanCe CampComeandlearnavarietyofpraisemusic,developsingingtechniques,and learnchoreographywithvocalandmusicinstructor,Mrs. ElisaDennehy. on the lastdayof camp,campers will lead parents and other students in praise and worship.

Director: ElisaDennehy, LSMusicDirectorAge: RisingGradesK-5Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

ReadeR’S THeaTRe – aRCHiTeCTS Of THe fuTuRe – THe CiTy Of embeRHaveyoueverwonderedwhat itwouldbeliketocreateyourowncity?AfterreadingthebookThe City of Ember, studentswillengageinliteraturecirclesabouthowa“cityofember”wasbuilt.“TheCityofofEmber”isanengagingnovel that circulates around a city that is only supposedto last for 220 years. The reader will be on the edge of theirseattofindoutwhathappenstothecharactersinthissuspensefulnovel.Thelastpartofcampwillincludestudentscreating their own sustainable city.

Director: CassieSchofield,FirstGradeTeacherAge: RisingGrades2-5Date: June18-22,June25-29Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $150

ReadeR’S THeaTRe – faiRy TaleS wiTH a TwiST CampIf you are looking for a fun, engaging way to keep reading thissummerwhilestillhavingfun,stopbyforamomentandgetoutof thesun!Wehavereader’s theatregalore thatwe’llturnintoaplay.Withskits,props,andactingitwillbethebestpartofyourday!Comeboysandgirlsboth,Ican’twait to seeyou.Withour imaginations- there’s no tellingwhatwecando!

Director: CassieSchofield,FirstGradeTeacherAge: RisingGrades2-5Date: June18-22,June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

ReCyCling aRT CampCampers will use discarded materials like bottle caps, woodplanks,milkandjuicecartons,fabricandyarnscraps,Capri Sun pouches and more, to create new useful items andworksofart.Thisweekisfullofcreativeideasandfunprojectstobeproudof.Allmaterialsareprovided.

Director: BettinaWirz,Hands&MindInc.Dates: June25-29,July30-Aug.3Age: RisingGrades1-6Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $150(Min.7•Max.12)

“SenSe”-SaTiOnal SCienCeGodhascreatedamarvelousworldforthesenses.ComejoinusasweSEEhow lightbends,howcircuitswork,andhowmagnets attract; HEAR explosions and soundwaves;FEELthemovementsofforceandinertia-andmaybeshootarocket;SMELLandTASTEediblechemistryexperiments.CampincludesatriptoDiscoveryPlaceformorehandsonscience.We’llhaveasensationaltime!

Directors: BarbHasselberg, Second Grade Teacher &SteveHasselberg,USPhysicsTeacherAge: RisingGrades1-4Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

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Singing & aCTing CampTake the stageduring this excitingmusical theatre camp!Singsolos,duets,andbiggroupnumberswithvocaldirector(MindyDamon)andtheatricaldirector(ChadFair),takingyou to new heights of performance. Camp concludes with a showforparentsonFriday,June29at2:30p.m.Ifstudentsareinterestedinperformingspecificpieces,musicshouldbesenttoMindyDamoninthefineartsofficeoremailheratmindy.damon@charchrist.com.

Directors: MindyDamon&ChadFair, Fine Arts InstructorsAge: RisingGrades6-10Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.Cost: $300

SummeR “CHaRm & eTiQueTTe” CampCamperswilluseactivities,gamesandroleplayingtolearnproper etiquette and skills including communication skills,formal and informal dining manners, and how to choose their own style for a healthy and happy lifestyle. The program istaughtbya“EmilyPost”stylemother/daughterteamwhoarecertifiededucatorswithmanyyearsofexperience inteaching students how to have respect and responsibilityforthemselvesandothers.Attheendoftheweek,studentswill graduateand receiveeither lacewhiteglovesor tieclip or bow tie.

Directors: DonnaMangle&KimberleeGarrisonAge: RisingGradesJK-5Date: July16-20Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

SummeR SCHOOl maTH – COdeS, TuRTleS & dOmeSThisclassprovidesafunandpowerfullearningopportunityin an environment where students can learn about mathandcomputerprogrammingthroughhands-onexploration.Encrypted messages lead students to an understandingof ciphers and cryptography using modular arithmetic. Students will construct a large geodesic dome based on the geometrythatundergirdssuchanendeavor.

Director: Dr.DaleKoch,MSMathTeacherAge: RisingGrades6-8Dates: June25-29,July16-20Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

SOCial SKillS fOR bOyS & giRlSThisweeklongsummercampwillhelpboysandgirlsdevelopsocial skills. Topics will include friendships, communication, conflict resolution, taking responsibility, recognizing andexpressing feelings, self-esteem, decision-making, andresponsibility. Children enrolled in this camp will master these topics while interacting with their peers.

ThecampwillbetaughtbyKatieovercashLCSW,mentalhealththerapistatTheCenterforCreativityandHealing.

Director: Katieovercash,LCSWTime: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $250

Camps for Boys:Age&Date: RisingGradesK-2 July9-13 RisingGrades3-5 July23-27

Camps for Girls:Age&Date: RisingGradesK-2 July16-20 Rising Grades 3 - 5 July 30 - Aug. 3

waTeRCOlOR wORKS Of aRTMake you own masterpiece while learning variouswatercolorpaintingtechniques.Camperswillexploreusingdifferentmaterials suchas salt,glue,wax,painters tape,andevenamagiceraser to createdifferenteffectswithwatercolorpaint.Eachdaywewillproduceworksthatvaryfromlandscapestomodernart.Comehavefunwhilebeingcreative!

Director:StephanieSimonAge: RisingGrades3-8Date: July9-13Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

wOOdwORKing CampStudents will be introduced to the basic tools of woodworking and how to use each tool. Several practice projects willteach and reinforce tool handling skills and woodworking techniques.Throughouttheweekeachchildwillworkonhisorherownwoodproject tobecompletedby theendofthecamp.Allmaterialsareprovided.Hands&MindInc.’smission is to enrich and broaden young minds by introducing globalcultures,languagesandvisualarts.

Director: BettinaWirz, Hands&MindInc.Age: Rising Grades 3 -5Date: June11–15, July23-27Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $190 (Min.6•Max.8)

animal SafaRiJoin the safari and learn about different animal families and their amazing adaptations. ExploreDiscoveryPlace’samazingworldofanimals and learn about what they eat,wheretheyliveandwhatmakeseachonesounique.

Age: Rising Grades JK - 1Date: June11-15Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

Camp CReaTe Challenge awaits you at the most innovative camp in town. Solvepuzzles, participate in races, and stretch your mind to the limit. Transfer energy using your body and generate light, sound and vibrations.

Age: Rising Grades JK - 1Date: June18-22Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $175

COOKie CHemiSTRyMake delectable treats while youlearn about measurement, nutrition and kitchen chemistry. Take home a recipebook thatyou have createdfull of funexperimentsand recipesto try at home. Please note: Thiscamp contains dairy products.

Age: Rising Grades JK - 1Date: July9–13Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $175

fiZZ, bubble and gOOInvestigate magical and explosivereactions using amazing chemicals. Makepenniesthatfloatandexplorethechemistryofcolors. Whoknewchemistrycouldbesofun?

Age: RisingGrades2-3Date: July30–Aug.3Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

RObOT RevOluTiOnJoin the robot revolution as youdesign and program robots to do a varietyofamazingtasks.Competein challenges to see which team’s robot is the best and build your own robot to take home. Age: RisingGrades4-5Date: July30–Aug.3Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

Camps are coordinated by KathrynThomas,DiscoveryPlace

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CaRdiO gROOve CampKeep your kids movingand grooving this summer!Campers will learn the beginnings of Latin dance stylesandHipHopdancein a fun and healthy way. Simple choreography and fun fast music will haveyour dancer moving in notime! Each day includesdance routines, dance terminology, groovy artand craft projects, andloadsoffunkyfun!

Age: Rising Grades 2 - 5Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $160

daiSy danCe CampCome and explore theexciting world of dancewith us! Creative themessuch as fairies, princesses, and trips to the beach, will guide dancers through an exciting and imaginativeworld of ballet techniqueand tap steps. Each dayincludescreativemovement,dramatic play, movementpatterns, and fancy art and craftprojects.Thiscampisauniquedanceadventuresuretoinstillalifelongloveofdanceinyourchild!

Age: Rising Grades JK - 1Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $160

liTTle COnSeRvaTORy Of muSiC CampEncourage your buddingmusician with our music camp!Singing,instruments,creative movement andmusical games will giveyour child a creativeintroduction to classical music. Each daywill alsoinclude an instrument craft project.Parentsareinvitedto join us for a concert atthe end of camp.

Age: Rising Grades JK - 1Date: July16-20Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $160

CampsareconductedbyLaunchYourKidstaff.owner:CherieBehrens

Launch Your Kid is all about making it fun to be a kid and learn new things. our pur-pose is to teach fun first, skills second.Webelieve that the keyto engaging children and keeping them engaged is all about fun.Byfocusingonfunfirst,wehopetofostera passion of lifelong learning.

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Anactivesummeroffriendshipsandfun!Eachmorning,camperswillmeettofellowshiptogether.Singing,skitsandgroupgamesandotheractivitieswillhelpthecampersgetsetforanexcitingday.CamperswillsplitintogroupstohearlessonsfromtheBibleinafunaninteractiveway.Studentswilllearnimportantvaluesthroughavarietyofgames,musicandinteractivestories.FollowingBibletime,campersparticipateinsports,cookingactivities,orcrafts.Eachdayafterthemorningactivities,thecampsetsoutonourdailytriptoanumberoffunlocations.Yourcamperisboundforafunadventureeachday.

Director: JasonColes,PhysicalEducationDepartmentHeadAge: RisingGrades3-6Dates: June11-15,June18-22,June25-29, July9-13,July16-20,July23-27,July30-Aug.3Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.Cost: $275PossibleFieldTrips: SkyHigh,InnerPeaks,NASCARHallofFame,DiscoveryPlace,Movie-StoneCrest/ ArboretumMovieTheatre,ChuckECheese,ColumbiaZoo,CharlotteKnights,BobcatTour, PattersonFarms,MintMuseum,WalkingTour,ReedsGoldMine,LattaPlantation,Carolina RaptorCenter,Kate’sSkate,IceSkatingRinks,HunterFarms,HighPointN.C.,Carowinds (Additional $25 for admission to Carowinds)

WewelcomeyoutospendsevenawesomeweekswithyourrisinggradesJK-3friendshereoncampusatCharlotteChristianSchool.Weprovideacamp-basedsummertimecampwithqualitystaffandasafeChristianenvironment.Childrenwillbeencouragedtogrowandembracenewactivitieswhileengaginginhealthyactivities,games,artsandcrafts.CamperswillswimeachafternoonattheCharlotteChristianSwim&TennisCenter.Theywilldiscoverthegreatoutdoors,buildskills,andworkaspartofateam,allwhilehavingablastplayingwith classmatesandnewfriends. Campers shouldbringasnackandwaterbottleeveryday,swimsuit,towel,andsunscreen.Campersstaying all day must bring a lunch.

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Directors: CarolAnnHoff &MissyJones, ExtendedDay Teachers

Age: RisingGrades JK - 3 Cost&Time: Halfday:$185 9a.m.-Noon or 1 - 4 p.m. Fullday:$260 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Campfeeincludescostofthefieldtrip.*Allfieldtripssubjecttochange.Cool zones will be set up around campus will help campers to beat the heat.

June 11 - 15AnimalMania/Lazy 5 Ranch

June18-22BringBackTheBoardGames/Carolina Lanes

June25–29Calling All Trekkers/SquirrelLakePark

July 9 - 13WackyWaterWeek/Ray’s Splash Planet

July 16 - 20All Things Disney/CarolinaPlaceMall&Channel14

July23-27Christmas in July/MonkeyJoes

July30–Aug.3SpiritWeek/Sports Connection &Chick-fil-A

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GetoutofthecityandheadtotheNorthCarolinamountains to saddle up and experience life on aDudeRanch.Theskiesareblueandthescenicviewsare breathtaking. You can see for miles as you hike, rideandexploremorethan2,160acresofwoods,streams,andtrailsatCampHarrison.Experiencingaduderanchandfarmisadreamcometrue.Everyoneshouldgetachancetobeacowboyorcowgirl!

Childrencanbethemselvesinthewideopenspacesof Camp Harrison. There’s no television or videogamestobefound!DudeRanchcounselorswillleadranchers through busy days of horseback riding, workingthefarm,andexperiencinglifeonaranch.

AtypicaldayontheDudeRanchwillstartwithwork!Ranchers will feed animals, collect eggs from the hen house,andcompletemorningchores.Dailydevotionwillbeheldoverabigbreakfast.Therestofthedaycould feature horseback riding, trail exploration,goat pen fun, games, scavenger hunts, swimming,backpacking, picnicking, hay rides, bonfires andmore. Ranchers will also get a chance to participate incrafts,gamesandsomeofCampHarrison’smanyoutdoor activities and water sports throughout theweek.Lifeonafarmisalwaysexciting!

YMCACampHarrisonatHerringRidgeislocatedonaspectaculartractof landintheBrushyMountainsofNorthCarolinalocatedbetweenLenoirandNorthWilkesboro just 90 minutes from Charlotte, N.C.There are 2,160 acres of woods, streams, and trails centeredaroundaprivate,140-acreLakeBroyhill.

Campersexperienceswimminginournewpoolanda variety of lake activities including: kayaking,canoeing, water zip line, waterskiing, the “Blob”andthe“WetWillie.”Theyalsochoosefrommorethan21 landactivities including: horsebackriding,ropes course, sports and crafts. ouractivities aredesigned toprovide camperswithanexcitingandsafe experience. American Camping Association(ACA) accredited and a 4:1 camper to counselorratio promotes an environment that helps childrengrow in spirit, mind and body.

Founded on the YMCA’s Christian values, CampHarrisonispositionedtogiveourcampersanamazingsummerexperiencewhetherit’stheirfirsttimeawayfromhomeortheyhavebeencampingforyears.

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Director: DeniseHammond, Camp Harrison Associate Executive DirectorAge: Ages7-16Date: June18-22time: overnightCost: $675

Go to www.campharrison.org to register and choose Charlotte Christian Summer Camp week.Camperswillbedividedintogroupsandcabinsbasedonage.Avarietyofcampoptionsareavailableinadditionto the traditional camp offerings. Chaperones will includeMoms on theMountain, Charlotte Christian Schoolparents.TransportationwillbeprovidedbyCharlotteChristianforcurrentandnewlyenrolledstudentsforanadditionalfeeofonly$50roundtrip.BusriderswillneedtoarriveatCharlotteChristianSchoolat1p.m.Buswilldepartat1:30p.m.andwillarriveatCampHarrisonat2:30p.m.CampHarrisonstaffwillchaperonethebus ride.

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Director: DeniseHammond, Camp Harrison Associate Executive DirectorAge: Ages7-16Date: June17-23time: overnightCost: $675

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KnigHTS baSeball CampExperienceaweekofCharlotteChristianbaseball with Head Baseball CoachGreg Simmons and members of the Charlotte Christian baseball staff. Learn baseball fundamentals from presentandformerplayerswhohave

played collegiately and professionally. Campers will receive excellent one-on-

oneteaching.Skillswillbevideotaped,andcamperswillbeabletoreviewtheirplaysdaily.ThegoalofthecampistodevelopaloveforAmerica’sfavoritepasttime.Allskilllevelsandabilitiesarewelcome.

Director: GregSimmons,AssistantAthleticDirector &VarsityBaseballHeadCoachAge: RisingGradesK-9Date: June4-8,June11-15, June18-22,June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

CHeeRleading CampThis week long program will feature cheers, chants, and a dance taught by Charlotte Christian School middle school Cheerleading Coach Rachel Lawing and middle school cheerleaders. Eachcheerleader will receive acheer booklet and make a hairribbon.Pleaseprovideadailysnackandwaterbottle.onthelastcampday,parentsare invited to attenda rousingpep rally. Cheerleadersshould wear shorts, T-shirt, and tennis shoes. The goal of this program is to promote school spirit and to build self-confidence. The campwillalsoenhance the fundamentalskills of cheerleading.

Director: RachelLawing,MSCheerleadingCoachAge: RisingGradesK-5Date: June25-29Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

eliTe baSKeTball CampTheEliteKnightsbasketball camp isdesigned todevelopeachplayerthroughtheuseofCoachBrown’sdevelopmentaldrills and constant interaction along with feedback from the coaching staff. Instruction includes offense, defense, transition, multiple ball handling, dribbling, rebounding andshootingdrills,pivotingdrills,3on3and5on5play,multiplepassingtechniques,andmotivationalskills.

Learn from the coaches and players of one of the nationally recognized Christian high school basketball programs in America.TheKnightsBasketballCampisdesignedtoofferboysandgirlstheopportunitytolearntheFUNdamentalsofthegame.Afterafunfilledweek,ourgoalisforeachcamper to see improvementand leavewith the skillsanddrillsneededtocontinuetheirdevelopment.Takeadvantageof the chance to learn from the best.

Charlotte Christian competitive middle school basketballcamp is designed to focus on developing and enhancingfundamental skills. The campwill providea high-intensitystyle workout, stations, game play, and coaching that will developplayersandtaketheirindividualandteamgamestothenextlevel.

Director: ShonnBrown, VarsityMen’sBasketballHeadCoachAge: RisingGrades6-8Date July 9 - 13Time: 1-4p.m.Cost: $165

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KnigHTS baSKeTball Camp (boys & girls)Experience a week of basketball with Mr.ShonnBrown,headcoachofthenationally-recognized Charlotte Christian Knights. Coach Brown and his staff will teachthe fundamentals of basketball through group instruction, team competition, daily contestsand individualattention. Theywillteachdefensiveandoffensiveskillsthatwill

help campers gain more insight to the game of basketball. There will be daily devotions/

inspirational messages, outstanding guest speakers, contests, games, league play, prizes, and lowered baskets

for theyoungerplayers.Campersreceiveacertificateofparticipation.Campersshouldbringasnack.Earlycampdropoffisat8:30a.m.Parentsareencouragedtocomeearly and warm up with their child.

Director: ShonnBrown, VarsityMen’sBasketballHeadCoachAge: RisingGrades2-8Date: June18–22,July9-13Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

KnigHTS fOOTball Camp ComeandexperienceaweekofCharlotteChristianfootballwith2008statechampionship-winningheadfootballcoachMr. Jason Estep and members of the Charlotte Christianfootballstaff.Thecampwillcoverallconceptsofthegameincluding:stance,starts,blocking,tackling,passing,receiving,punting,kickingandsnapping.Havefunwhilelearningtoplay from the coaches who know the game. This camp is appropriateforbeginnersandexperiencedplayers.

Director: JasonEstep,VarsityFootballHeadCoach andStrength&ConditioningCoachAge: RisingGradesJK-5Date: June11-15Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $165

KnigHTS laCROSSe CampThis camp is designed to teach beginner lacrosse skills, rules and strategies. Campers will practice catching, throwing, shooting, passing and more. This camp is for anyone looking to learn more about the game oflacrosseandfurtherdeveloplacrosseskills.Camperswillneedtoprovidetheirownpadsandstick for thecamp.Helmetswillbeavailableuponrequest.

Director: KarlSimon,MSAsst.Principal& MSLacrosseCoachAge: RisingGrades5-8Date: June11-15Time: 8:30–11:30a.m.Cost: $165

SOCCeR CampWanttoworkonimprovingyoursoccerskillsthissummer?ComejoinAmandaNaeher,professionalsoccerplayerfortheLadyCharlotteEaglesandvarsitysoccercoachfortheCharlotte Christian Knights, in lower and middle school soccer

clinics. Sessions will focus on skills, drills, footwork, passing, and dribbling in a fun

and friendly atmosphere. Campers will participate in scrimmages each day of camp. Camp will be held outdoors. Please have campersdress according to the weather. All campersarerequiredtowearathletic

shoes or cleats and shin guards.

Director: AmandaNaeher,P.E.Teacher andVarsityLadies’SoccerCoachCost: $150

Age: RisingGrades6-8Date: June18-21(4daycamp) July 23 - 26 (4 day camp)Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

Age: RisingGradesJK-5Date&Time: June11-14(4daycamp) July 9 - 12 (4 day camp) July 16 -19 (4 day camp)Time: 9a.m.-Noon

Swim CampTheswimmingskillsofcamperswillbeassessedbycertifiedswimming instructors. Each childwill receive instruction ina small group setting,workingat their appropriate leveltoimproveswimmingskills.Timeforpoolgamesandfreeswimwillbeprovided.Incaseofbadweather,instructionaltimewillbespentwithanart/craftproject.

Directors: NadjaSefcik-Earl& BrianCoffey,AquaticsInstructorsCost: $175(Swimonly) $250(Swim&Tennis,9a.m.–4p.m.)

Age: RisingGradesK-8Date: June11-15 July 9 - 13Time: 1-4p.m.

TenniS CampThiscampisdesignedtoteachchildrenhowtoenjoytennis.Whether the student is a beginner or an accomplishedplayer, this campwillbuild their confidenceandenhancetheir skills.

Director: JoeFigard,TennisCoachCost: $175(Tennisonly) $250(Swim&Tennis,9a.m.–4p.m.)

Age: RisingGradesK-5Date&Time: June11-15 9a.m.-Noon July9-13 9a.m.-Noon Age: RisingGrades6-8Date&Time: June11-15 1-4p.m. July 9 - 13 1 - 4 p.m.

Cost: $175(Tennisonly) $250(Swim&Tennis,9a.m.–4p.m.)

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ulTimaTe fRiSbee gOlf CampFrisbeeenthusiastsunite!Camptimewillbesplitbetweenultimate Frisbee, a competitive team sport that drawselements from both football and soccer, and Frisbee golf, afunalternativetoadayonthelinks.InultimateFrisbeestudents must learn to work and play as a team. This is averyactive sport thatwill helpkeepstudents in shape.Frisbeegolf,incontrast,ismuchmorerelaxedandprovidesstudentswiththeopportunitytocompeteagainstthemselvesastheyworktoimprovepersonalscores.Duringtheweektherewillbeafieldtriptoanearby12-holeFrisbeegolfcourseatSquirrelLakePark.

Director: BrandonHenderson,MSLatin &ClassicalEnglishTeacherAge: RisingGrades6-10Date: June18-22Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $150

vOlleyball CampVolleyball camp will stress the fundamentals of the fastpaced game of volleyball. Participants will learn basicskillssuchashitting,serving,passing,andblocking.Alongwith instruction, campers will engage in lots of fun games andprizeswillbegivenoutdaily.Campersshouldbringawater bottle and snack to camp each day.

Director: JamieArnold,MSSocialStudiesTeacher &VarsityVolleyballCoachAge: RisingGrades3-8(girls)Date: June11-15Time: 9a.m.-Noon Cost: $165

wReSTling CampCamp will include conditioning, training, and technical instruction each day of camp. Livewrestlingwith highlyskilled instructors will be a part of the daily opportunities forcampersinordertoputpropertechniquesintopractice.Full day campers should bring a lunch each day to camp. Half-daycampers shouldbringasnackandwaterbottleeach day.

Director: VinceSardo,VarsityWrestlingCoach

Age: RisingGradesJK–5Date: July16-20Time: 9a.m.–NoonCost: $165

Age: Rising Grades3–12Date: July23-26Time: 9a.m.-4p.m.Cost: $260

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juniOR gOlf CampSStudentswillbegroupedbytheirabilityandage.Formoreinformationpleasevisitwww.cadillacgolfranch.com.

leT’S Have SOme fun wiTH gOlf(Forkidsofallagesthatarejuststartingthegame.)

Thisisanintroductorytothegreatgameofgolf.Thisprogramwillbeforthosejuststartingoutlearningthegame.Wewillcoverthebasicsandbuildagoodfoundationforplayingthegameofalifetime.Kidswillreceiveacapandrefreshmentsalongwiththeirtimelearningthegame.PlayerswillmeetatCadillacGolfRanch.

Director: MikeNedrow,PGAMember&CharlotteChristianParentAge: RisingGradesK-9Date: June11-14,July9-12(4daycamps)Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

TaKing iT up a nOTCH gOlf Camp!(Forkidsthathaveplayedandhadsomeinstructionbutwanttogetbetter.)

Thisisourmiddleschoolforgolf.Thisprogramwillrefineyourgolfingskillsandtakeyoutothenextlevel.Wewillreinforcethebasicsandstartbuildingonthefoundationthathasbeenstartedandlearnsomeofthefinerpointsofthegame.Kidswillreceiveacapandrefreshmentsalongwiththeirtimelearningthegame.Playerswill meet at Cadillac Golf Ranch. Director: MikeNedrow,PGAMember&CharlotteChristianParentAge: RisingGradesK-9Date: June18-21,July16-19(4daycamps) Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

leT’S geT SeRiOuS abOuT gOlf!(Forkidsthathaveplayedinsomecompetitionandwanttolearnhowtoplaybetterinthosesituations.)

Thisprogramisforplayersthathaveplayedincompetition,ontheirschoolteams,andarestartingtogetalittlemoreseriousabouttheirgame.Kidswillreceiveacapandrefreshmentsalongwiththeirtimelearningthe game. Players will meet at Cadillac Golf Ranch.

Director: MikeNedrow,PGAMember&CharlotteChristianParentAge: RisingGradesK-9Date: June25-28,July9-12,July23-26(4daycamps)Time: 9a.m.-NoonCost: $175

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ThefollowingMUSTBESIGNEDbyparent/guardianofALLREGISTRANTSinordertoparticipateinANYprogramorcourse.

Intheeventthatmychildneedsmedicalattention,Iauthorizetheschoolandgivemyconsenttotheschooltoprovidesuchserviceand/ortotransportmychildtoahospitalortreatmentfacility.Iherebycertifymychildisingoodhealthandmayparticipateinallactivities.Theparent’ssignaturebelowindicatestheagreementoftheparentandthestudenttoabidebythesummerschoolpolicyontheinsidebackcover.All camps are non-refundable within one week of the start of the camp, unless the school cancels a course.

Parent’s Signature Date

Physician’sName Physician’sPhoneNumber HospitalPreference

InsuranceCompany PolicyNumber

LocalEmergencyContact(otherThanParent) HomePhoneNumber CellorWorkPhoneNumber

Pleaselistanyspecialmedicalconditionsofwhichtheschoolshouldbeaware.(ex.knownallergies)

yMCA Camp Harrison Dude Ranch Adventure & Resident Camp transportation form

IherebygivepermissiontoCharlotteChristianSchooltoprovidetransportationfromtheCharlotte Christian school campus to yMCA Camp Harrison.Iherebyagreetoholdtheschoolharmlessincaseofaccidentorinjurytomychild. I understand that, in case of medical emergency, everyeffortwillbemadetocontactme.Iftheschoolpersonnelareunabletocontactme,oriftimeisoftheessence,Igivepermissionforemergencymedicaltreatmentandagreetoassumeanycostsinvolvedinsuchtreatment.Theschoolanditspersonnel,foritspart,agreetoactinaprudent,reasonableandresponsiblemannerinallcases,actingin“locoparentis”andtotakeallreasonableandprudentcare.

______ Parent/Guardian Initials

Last First Middle DateofBirth

Address City State Zip

Parent’sName HomePhone EmergencyPhone

PreferredE-mail Applicant’sSchool GradeEnteringFallof2012

2012 ymCa Camp Harrisontransportation form

FormavailableforCharlotteChristianstudents.Pleasemailthecompletedformanda$50checkto:CharlotteChristianSchool•Attn:SummerCamp/YMCACampHarrisonTransportation•7301SardisRoad•Charlotte,NC28270

To register online go to www.campharrison.org.

waiver

emergency medical information

MissionStatementCharlotte Christian School is a Christ-centered, college preparatoryschool,equippinganddevelopingstudentstoeffectively integrateBiblical truthand learning into theirdailylivesandtoimpactthecultureforChrist.

7301SardisRoadCharlotte,NC28270(704)366-5657www.charlottechristian.com

Documents

2012 Summer Camp Brochure