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Faith Academy provides a peaceful, nurturing Montessori

environment, where children are respected as individuals and

can learn at their own pace. Under the loving direction of our

experienced educators, children develop a positive self image

and a passion for learning that lasts a lifetime.

Educating Children ages 2-1/2 - 6 since 1982

44 N. Gore Webster Groves 314-961-1411

WWW .faithacademyofmoNtessori.com

faith academyof moNtessori

Where your child caN GroW

ST. MICHAELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Learn to Love . . . Love to Learn

Morning Session 8:30 - 11:30 am

Extended Calendar: Aug - May 28

Full Day Session 7:30 - 6:00 pm

Flexible Scheduling

Certified Teacher

Teaching Christi an Values

Little Angels Preschool

Little Angels Preschool is designed for 3,4, and 5 year

olds offering a stimulating environment enriching their

early years. Strong Christian values and early learning

concepts are key components to a curriculum fostering

a love of learning from the beginning.

New Summer Camp with Swim Lessons

June 8 - July 2, 2010

3-6 years

Call 647-7159 Ext. 20 for Enrollment Information7630 Sutherland Shrewsbury, MO 63119 | email: [email protected] | www.stmike.org

We Nurture

Health Esteem

12975 Maurer Ind. (314) 843-3322(I-270 & Gravois, one (1) mile from intersection, heading west on Gravois)

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Education,

Day Care &Summer CampsA resource guide for summer programsand learning opportunities.


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PRESCHOOL AND DAY CARE

Caring for children since 1977, theBerry Patch Professional Child

Care Center (670 S. Laclede StationRoad, 314-962-4499) is licensed, andhas an accredited early childhood pro-gram for ages 2-6. Age appropriate ac-tivities, low staff turnover and patientguidance help children grow and fulll

the potential, which is theirs.

Come grow with Brentwood Con-gregational Church ECC (2400 S.Brentwood Blvd., 314-962-0537) serv-ing children since 1985. Preschool edu-cation lays the foundation for a childsschool success.

Founded in 1982, Faith Academyof Montessori (44 N. Gore, 314-961-1411) is housed in a 100-year-old trainstation. The director and assistantdirector have guided this program to-gether for over 25 years, providing anenvironment where children thrive.The Montessori method is based onthe belief in childrens creative po-

tential, drive to learn and right to betreated as individuals. Specially de-signed materials invite children toengage in learning activities of theirown choosing. Under the guidance oftrained teachers, children learn bymaking discoveries with these materi-als. Meanwhile, they develop concen-tration, motivation, self-discipline, in-dependence and a love for learning.

Children ages 18 months to 5 yearsenjoy a nurturing, developmentally-appropriate, Christ-centered envi-ronment at Glendale LutheranChurch Early Learning Center(1365 N. Sappington, 314-966-3220x103). Small classes provide children

with quality care and individual atten-tion at the childs pace. Call for sessiontimes. Now enrolling.

Lindbergh Early Childhood Edu-

cation Center (10305 Concord SchoolRoad, 314-729-2434) is accepting ap-plications for summer and 2010-2011school-year programs from all schooldistricts. A nationally accredited,award-winning school, LECE offerspart-day and full-day preschool pro-grams, school-age before and afterschool programs and summer camp for

all ages. Curriculum includes social,cognitive, physical and literacy de-velopment, with individual and grouplearning experiences. Certied teach-ers and professional staff supervisein a secure environment, including alibrary, gym, fenced playgrounds witha full-time nurse. Reserve a space forthe new state-of-the-art early child-hood building beginning in April 2010.Quality programs at competitive pric-es. Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Southminster Presbyterian Pre-

School andMothers Day Out (10126E. Watson Road, 314-843-1133) is nowenrolling ages 2 to 5 for fall 2010 class-es. Southminster offers a safe, nurtur-

ing, Christian education environment.Each program offers a unique 1:5teacher to student ratio and 3-1/2 hourdays. Please call Cindy Heinlein or visitwww.southminsterstlouis.org for ad-ditional information.

St. Michaels Little Angels

Preschool (314-647-7159 x20) inShrewsbury offers a new summercamp for 3 to 6-year-olds, includingswim lessons. Four, one-week sessionsare available June 8-July 2. Alsoenrolling for fall preschool programfor ages 3 to 5, open from 7:30 a.m.to 6 p.m. with a traditional morningprogram from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Visitwww.stmike.org or send an e-mail [email protected].

St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Childrens

Learning Center (3980 S. Lindbergh,314-843-8622) provides a nurturingenvironment and age-appropriate cur-riculum. It offers a theme-based daycare with preschool curriculum.

Webster Groves PresbyterianChurch Early Childhood Center(45 W. Lockwood, 314-962-9210) serves

ages 2-1/2 to 5. The staff philosophyis to enable each child to grow physi-cally, emotionally, socially, cognitivelyand spiritually, and to have fun. Co-operative or non-cooperative programoptions, early care and extended dayalso available.

FINE ARTSCarolyn Calahan Piano/Voice (930Sanders, 314-963-1827) is Missouri-certied. The focus of piano instruc-tion is classical to modern; the focus ofvoice instruction is musical theater.

Ceramics and More (460 Crest-wood Court, 314-968-5121) hostsparties where each guest deco-

rates a piece of pottery. Visitwww.myceramicsandmore.com to learnabout summer camp programs.

Davids Guitar Loft (38 W. Lock-wood) offers the best in guitar and bassinstruction. Learn from an excellentdegreed staff with years of experiencein a relaxed environment. Computer-based teaching aides for transcription,recording, jam tracks and other learn-ing tools are available. Davids GuitarLoft offers student gigs at local venuesand band programs. Join Davids Gui-tar Loft for one or more summer campoptions: Rock Start Summer Camp Pro-gram (ages 9-17), Song Writing SeriesCamp and Exploring Music. For more

information call 314-962-9536 or visitwww.davidsguitarloft.com.

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1365 North Sappington Road

September through May9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ages 2 to 5 years

Jesus Time

Discovery Time

Story Time

Gym Time

And Much More

Call966-3220 Now Enrolling!www.glendalelutheranchurch.org

Small

ClaSSeS

Enrolling 3s, 4s & 5s

for 2010 Academic Year

Half Day & Full Day Preschooland Summer Camp

2 Week Sessions 9 am 1 pm

Fully Licensed & AccreditedDegreed Teachers

The Lab School514 E. Argonne Drive at Woodlawn

Kirkwood, Missouri 63122

314.822.8282www.thelabschool.com

Nurturing Children Since 1964

7922 Crodon1/4 mile east of Watson & Laclede Station

(314) 962-2002 www.charmette.net

FUN!

Get Readyfor Summer Dance

CHARMETTEAcademy of Dance & Acrobatics

Dance & Ballet CampsSummer Classes Guest Teachers

July 12August 5Ballet Jazz Tap Lyrical

Hip Hop Acro ContemporaryMusical Theatre

ShareSmiles

GainConfdence

Improve

Skills

Meet

New

Friends

45 W. LOCKWOOD962-9210 ext. 3105

The Webster Groves Presbyterian Church EarlyChildhood Center admits students of any race, color

and national or ethnic origin.

Ages 212 - 5

1,2,3,4 or 5 days/week

Parent Choice Cooperative Program

Early Bird Option 7 - 9 a.m.

Extended Day AvailableMon.-Thurs. Until 3 p.m.

Webster GrovesPresbyterian

Church

Early Childhood Center

OPEn HOUsE Fri., MArCH 5 9:30 A.M.

sUMMEr CAMP MAy 25-27/JUnE 1-3

SUMMERCAMP

ages 2 1/2 - 8 years

EXCITING

WEEKLY THEMESAll camps are staffed by

experienced, qualified teachers.Monday - Thursday9:00am - 2:00pm

Shortened schedule for 2s & young 3s.Webster Hills

United Methodist Church

Pre-School Office

698 W. Lockwood 961-8722ext. 228

Webster Hills UMC Pre-School admits students ofany race, color and national or ethnic origin.

Webster Groves Parks & Recreation

Full & HalF Day

SummercampS ages 3-12c Wbg ~ June - AugustSft c ~ JuneKind c ~ JuneSots & mo c ~ JuneOzzi Siths Sots ad cs

(baseball/softball, soccer/basketball)~ June and August

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Experienced and qualified staff

Before & After Club available for most camps

Fo o infotion visitwww.wbstgovs.ogo (314) 963-5600

Prs D Ou Summr CmpJune 21-23-25 July 12-14-16 August 2-4-6

9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Ages 15 months through 7 years

Vcio Bib ScooJuly 19th-23rd

8:45 a.m. to noon

Ages 3 yrs through rising 5th graders

Rgisr for VBS oi www.trinitykirkwood.org

COntaCt US

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(314) 822-8244 [email protected]

Parents Day Out

(314)822-0096 [email protected]

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Education9:15 a.m.Worship

10:30 a.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church820 Lockett Road

Kirkwood, Missouri 63122

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Today,s Lesson: Stingrays

Register today for Camp KangaZoo!

Campers who attend Camp KangaZoo at the Saint Louis Zoo will prowl

through 90 acres of exotic animals and habitats. Your child will love learningabout animals through hands-on contact, like in our exciting stingray exhibit!

KangaZooers will sing songs, examine skins, skulls and feathers and explore

the Zoo. Camp KangaZoo features an overnight stay at the end of the week

where campers can howl at the moon and wake with the animals.

For more information, or to receive a catalog, call (314) 646-4544 or download

registration forms at www.stlzoo.org. Financial assistance is available.

the college schoolCamps for ages 4-15

1 Newport Place Webster Groves, Missouri 63119

trek into summerat

the college school

www.thecollegeschool.org

314-962-9355

The College Schools

summer camps

give kidsmore

of many things:

themed learning

creativity

feld trips

experienced teachers

adventure

At Rohan Woods School, we believe that

leaders arent made ... theyre discovered.

Come explore the wonder-lled world of

Rohan Woods and see for yourself why

smaller is better!

OPEN HOUSE:

Saturday, March 6 -- 9 a.m. - Noon1515 Bennett Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63122

Magic show at 10 a.m.!

Small School.

BIG Dierence.

Rock StaRt SummeR

campageS 917 Come play in a School-Of-Rock style band program. Camp willinclude: Song Writing Classes, MusicTheory Classes, Band RehearsalsSessions and much more! The Sessionswill come to a grand finale as thestudents bands will perform a LIVE StageShow at a Local Venue. Available to all

levels of players beginner to advanced.Student must provide their own instrument (rentals available) and a tuner.

Session 1 June 1418 9am3:30pm PLUS live performance Friday nightSession 2 June 2125 9am3:30pm PLUS live performance Friday nightSession 3 July 1216 9am3:3 0pm PLUS live performance Friday nightSession 4 July 1923 9am3:3 0pm PLUS live performance Friday night

Song WRiting SeRieS campThis class is designed for students who want to compose their own songs. Commonquestions are: What key is this song in? What chords go together? How do you know

what scale to use for the melody or to improvise? We willcover basic theory and see how it applies to common

songs already written and then create originalcompositions.

Student must provide their own instrument (rentalsavailable) and a tuner.Session 1 July 59 124pmSession 2 August 26 124pm

exploRing muSic

ageS 510 Are your kids banging on thecoffee table while youre on the phone, or makingstrange and random noises in the grocery store?

Did you know they might be tapping out a perfectquarter note rhythm or forming an actual melody? Join

us in this hands-on class where students will get a chanceto explore different instruments such as guitar, bass, keyboards,

drums and even sing through a microphone. We listen to songs invarious styles and learn about rhythm, tempo, melody, form and talk about lyrics.

Session A June 28July 2 910:30am (ages 57)Session B June 28July 2 910:30am (ages 810)

Session C August 913 910:30am (ages 57)Session D August 913 910:30am (ages 810)

38 West Lockwood 314-962-9536 www.DavidsGuitarLoft.com


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FINE ARTS cont.

Musical Arts Academy of WebsterGroves (23 N. Gore, 314-918-0200)Professional, experienced facultyoffers piano, guitar, strings, wood-winds and brass instruction for allages and levels. Visit the Web site atmusicalartsacademyofwebstergroves.com

SCHOOLS

Annunciation Catholic School (16W. Glendale, 314-961-7712) serveschildren pre-kindergarten througheighth grade. The school offers a chal-lenging academic curriculum, callingeach student to excellence, and build-ing the childs foundation on faith,challenge, service and individual at-tention. Little Tigers Pre-K offersfull or half-day preschool for childrenages 3, 4 and 5. Aftercare available.

Faith Community Christian

High School (grades 9-12) providesa strong academic foundation forcollege, vocational training or schoolsof ministry through small class sizesand a focus on personal strengths. The

school offers a place where studentscan discover and implement their Godgiven gifts through service to the Lordin a non-denominational environment.Co-curricular opportunities areavailable through sports, StudentCouncil and ne arts. Social events

such as fall retreat, spirit week,homecoming, prom and trivia are apart of the high school experience atFCCHS. For more information, visitwww.faithcommunitychs.org; call 636-225-2217 or send an e-mail [email protected].

The Lab School, Inc. (514 E. Ar-gonne, 314-822-8282) is an indepen-dent, not-for-prot fully licensed and

accredited preschool. Children learn ina creative, process-oriented, problem-

solving atmosphere under the guid-ance of experienced, degreed teachers.Project Construct curriculum is usedin a nurturing, caring and safe envi-ronment. Open year-round. Now en-rolling for 2010 and summer camp.

Rohan Woods (314-821-6270) is aschool where every child is cherished,encouraged and prepared for con-

tinued success as a life-long learner.Known for its award-winning leader-ship and service learning programs,Rohan Woods helps each child dis-cover and nurture the natural leaderthat lies within. Students learn in anenvironment that is part of a stronglymeshed community, reective of the

family feeling that is at the heart ofRohan Woods. Come discover the won-der-lled world of Rohan Woods and

see why smaller is better. Open Houseon March 6 from 9 a.m. to noon. Watchfor new Web site coming soon.

Saint Dominic Savio School (7748Mackenzie Road), Where EveryChild is Known by Name, provides

an excellent Catholic education forstudents of all faiths from Pre-K(beginning at age 3) through eighthgrade in a community-focused, family-centered, faith-lled environment.

Through differentiated instruction,students reach their fullest potentialwith a well-rounded academic program,strong spiritual formation andextracurriculars. SDS offers a state-of-the-art computer lab, classroomswith SMARTBoard technology, ne

art, music, PE, foreign languageand athletic programs. After-careavailable until 6 p.m. Kindergartenis full day. Flexible scheduling forPre-K. For more information visitwww.stdominicsavio.org/school, call

314-832-4161 or send an e-mail [email protected].

Salem Lutheran School (5025Lakewood, 314-353-9242) offers anoutstanding education in a loving,Christian environment to children agethree to eighth grade. A well-roundedcurriculum, variety of extra-curricularactivities, SMARTBoards in all home-room classrooms, state-of-the-art com-puter lab, ne arts, music, P.E. and

a vibrant athletics program encour-

age students to discover their God-given abilities. Small class sizes anda family atmosphere make Salem feellike a childs home away from home.Next year Salem will offer expandedpreschool options. Choose how manydays (2-5), full or half day. For moreinformation visit www.slcas.org, call314-353-9242 or send an e-mail [email protected]. Ask about $750tuition.

Rooted in the Servite tradition, SevenHoly Founders Catholic School ex-ists in order to provide quality educa-tion to the children of the community,enabling them to succeed in life, lead-ing them in faith, and encouraging

them through example to serve Godand others. Offering Pre-K throughGrade 8, Seven Holy Founders offersan atmosphere for individual growthand development according to individu-al abilities in a Christian environment.In addition to academic excellence, thegoals express commitment to the three-fold dimension of Catholic education:Message, Community, Service in thespirit of peace and justice. Call today toschedule a visit, 314-631-8149.

ENRICHMENT & TUTORINGRetired, licensed teacher JudyCooney (314-843-0521) seeks Mo.Show Me Students to share adven-tures. One-on-one tutoring plus div-

ing, concerts, caroling and more. Paststudents on university scholarships.

Kumon Math and Reading Centers(112 W. Jefferson, Suite 124) help stu-dents reach their full potential throughan individualized program and dailypractice. Begin the Kumon journey thissummer to retain, build or advanceskills beyond grade level. Building con-dence is Kumons specialty. Call Ann

Reis Quigley, Director, today at 314-835-1316 or visit www.kumon.com.

Simply Mathematics - South (29Ronnies Plaza, 314-849-0920) offersmathematics tutoring, test preparationand computation skills practice for allages and abilities (remedial to enrich-ment) year-round. Simply Mathemat-ics provides an individualized plan foreach student and progress reports toparents. Tutoring is done in a 2:1 or1:1 student/teacher ratio.

ACTIVITY & MOVEMENTCharmette Academy of Dance &

Acrobatics, Inc. (314-962-2002) is awell-established and well-respecteddance studio with over 60 years ofteaching experience. Charmette offers

an adult teaching staff and a variety ofclasses, ages 1-1/2 to adults. Instruc-tors provide positive, supportive, rein-forcement in a caring, fun and lovingatmosphere.

East West Ballet at the Dance Co-Op,Crestwood Court offers ballet lessonsfor children and adults. Classes aretaught professionally and the learn-ing environment is a balance of funand discipline. Half-day dance campsfocusing on ballet and character danceare available in June. Call 314-398-9960 or visit www.eastwestballet.com.

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ArtSpace #30 in Crestwood Court

East West BalletRoyal Academy of Dance Certified In struction

Join us at our

Half-day Summer dance campS

p-Shoo d thogh atrgist ow! 314-398-9960

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Y-OutdoorCamp

Aqua-KidsCAmp

Kirkwood-Webster Groves

Offering over 26 unique values based camps including :

TradiTional Camps: Y-out & Y-Exe

spECialTY Camps: Y-Tkes Y-Detectos Ccus Cap Gynastcs

Spots Tack & Feld Tenns J. Chee Bon Appette Bon Appette J.

Lacosse Equestan Off Boadway Sw Tea Cap

Splash Cap Aqua-Kds Ocean Wondes Ftness

See monthly diScount offerS

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KirKWOOD-WEBSTEr FAmiLY YmCAA place to gow n spt, nd and body.

For more details contact Debby at 314-965-9622 (243)

or [email protected]/kirkwood

Jen Bergman - [email protected] 965-9622 (242)

cami [email protected] 962-9622

EasyCurbside

Drop-Off&PickUp!

FAIRMarch 10 5:30 8 p.m.Hixson Middle School, 630 S. Elm Ave.

Webster Groves

Parents and children from preschool through high

school are invited to come learn about summer

camp and volunteer opportunities. Fair participants

include Challenger Learning Center, Circus

Harmony, City Museum, Computer Bryte Kids,

Craft Alliance, Cub Creek Science Camp,

Missouri Botanical Garden, Shakespeare Festival

St. Louis, Yucandu Art Studio, StudioSTL,

Prairie School Road Farm and many more.

The fair is free and open to the public.

For more information call 918-4366.

FamilyEnrichment&SummerOpportunities

Adventure ClubSummr enrichmnt &extn day Camp

June 7 - July 30, 2010Clark Elementary

For Registration Informationcall (314)963-6440

A Webster Groves School District Program

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Annunciation Catholic School

Little Tigers Pre-K

16 West Glendale in Webster Groves

Annunciation Catholic School

Little TigersPre-K

Foundations Built on Faith, Love and Knowledge

YMCA Camp Lakewood is a co-ed residential summer camp or ages 6-17located 75 miles south o St. Louis. Set amidst 5,000 beautiul woodland acreswith a private 360-acre lake, Camp Lakewood is a true escape. Programs are

based on the YMCAs core values: Honesty, Caring, Responsibility, Respect andFaith. One and two-week sessions are available with more than 30 activity clinic

choices. Through these activities, Camp Lakewood teaches sportsmanship,courage, healthy risk-taking, independence, goal-setting, fexibility and

sel-discovery. Scholarships are available to those who qualiy.

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ACTIVITY & MOVEMENT cont.For over 40 years Lindgate ManorSwim Club has been a summer desti-nation for Kirkwood area families. Thisyear is special; the swim club will have anew pool, which will be regulation lengthfor the swim team and will include acompetition diving board for the divingteam. Visit www.lindgatepool.com.

CAMPS Ackermanns Swim Program hastaught the life skill of swimming in Kirk-wood for over 60 years. It offers groupswim lessons in four heated pools withdifferent water levels for safe learning,Red Cross certied teaching staff, non-

competitive learning environment andlovely playground. Drop off and pick upat curb. Visit www.aspkirkwood.com.

At The College School SummerExperience (1 Newport Place, 314-962-9355) the well-known hands-oncurriculum of The College School canbe experienced this summer. The schooloffers Adventure Day Camps for chil-dren ages 3 to 11, which feature themedlearning experiences, eld trips andswimming. Three-week sessions. Allday camps meet Monday-Friday from9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with before and af-ter camp care available. The school alsooffers a variety of 4 through 8-day TCSOutdoors Programs for children ages10 to 15. All camps are led by CollegeSchool teachers and experienced educa-tors. Visit www.thecollegeschool.org ore-mail [email protected] for more information.

Concord Lanes, with nine acres, issummer camp fun. The camp offersbowling, mini-golf, batting cages andsand volleyball to keep kids active allday long. Find all this and more at KidsIn Action Summer Camp. For moreinformation call 314-843-9200 or visitwww.concordlanes.com.

Back by popular demand, Cor JesuAcademy will offer enrichmentcamps and sports camps in June 2010for elementary-age girls and incomingninth graders. Enjoy camps that com-bine fun and learning in the Cor Jesutradition of excellence. For more infor-mation visit www.corjesu.org or call314-842-1546.

The Crossroads College Prepa-ratory School (314-367-8085) sum-mer programs are designed to exposecampers to different activities that en-hance their interest level and broadentheir knowledge of the activities beingoffered. Summer Programs includevolleyball, basketball, baseball andchess. Extended care is available. Visitwww.crossroadscollegeprep.org formore information.

Experience North Americas most rep-utable summer technology program:iD Tech Camps. Over 100,000 kidsand teens worldwide have learned tocreate video games, Web sites withFlash, digital movies, C++ and Java

programs, iPhone and Facebookapps, robots, 3D models and anima-tions with products experts use intheir professions. Ages 7-17 enroll inthese fun and challenging, weeklong,day and residential summer camps,located at 60 universities in the U.S.and Canada including WashingtonUniversity. Check out teen programsat select universities: iD Gaming

Academy, iD Visual Arts Academyand iD Programming Academy.Save with code ST26. Visitwww.internalDrive.com or call 1-888-709-TECH (8324).

For summer fun join the Kirkwood-Webster Groves Family YMCA. Ex-perienced CPR and rst-aid certied

staff offers 11 weeks of summer campwith over 26 unique specialty and tra-

ditional values and assets based camps.Convenient curbside drop-off and pick-up available. Camps run June 1 to Au-gust 13. For more information visitwww.ymcastlouis.org/kirkwood.

Krueger Pottery offers ceramic class-es for kids and adults of all ages. Sum-mer camps include wheel-throwingand parent/child classes. Krueger Pot-

tery offers birthday parties, scout les-sons and private lessons as well. Viewschedules at www.kruegerpottery.com.Stop by the gallery at 8153 Big Bend inWebster Groves or call Aimee at 314-963-0180.

Laumeier Sculpture Park (12580Rott Road, 314-615-5269) offers springand summer art classes in a varietyof media for ages four to adult. Regis-tration deadline for spring classes isFeb. 27. Art Camp includes sculpture,drawing, painting, printmaking, ce-ramics, art history, nature, swimmingand games. Camp sessions run June7-July 30. Half-day camp for ages 4-6;Full-day camp for ages 6-15. Camp

sessions for teens provide guided andindependent work in multiple media.Extended day available for full-daycamp. Half-day Shakespeare, Actingand Visual Art camp for ages 5-9. Visitwww.laumeier.org for more information.

Pegasus Camp (101 N. Warson Road)is for students entering grades kinder-garten through 9. Campers explorescience/technology, the arts, athletics,swimming and a variety of unique hob-bies on the state-of-the-art campus ofMary Institute and Saint Louis Coun-try Day School (MICDS). Technologyand theatre camps are offered for olderstudents. The staff is comprised of pro-fessional teachers, coaches and artists

assisted by incredible counselors whoguide campers as they engage in funsummer activities. Lunches are includ-

ed. Before and aftercare are available.For more information or to registervisit www.pegasuscamp.org or call 314-995-7342.

Camp Fun in the SONshine is a sum-mer camp held on the campus ofSalemLutheran School. A safe and engag-ing environment, structured program-ming and weekly guest instructors is

provided for children ages 3-8 duringthe summer months. Call 314-353-9242to register today.

Camp Gonzaga at Simon Says Ear-ly Childhood Center (314-842-3435),a unique summer camp, has a little bitof everything for everyone from ages6 to 12. The camp offers to be the en-tertainment for the summer. Sports,swimming, cooking, sewing, exerciseclasses, science, computers, speak-ers, weekly eld trips and much more.

Camp Gonzaga wants each child to beinvolved with professional teachers in asafe and stimulating atmosphere dur-ing the summer. Meeting new peopleand encountering new experiences are

some of the goals. Campers walk awayfrom camp having created severalmemories that will have them lookingforward to next summer.

Sprog, Inc. (514 E. Argonne) iscelebrating 40 years of continuoussummer fun. Kindergarten to freshmandaily educational studies like mathenhancement, personal nance,

African-American culture, sewing,creative and performing arts, tness

and nutrition are taught by degreed andcertied teachers. Enroll today. Visit

www.sproginc.org for more information.

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AckermannsSwim Program

Download applications at:

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Teaching children to

swim in Kirkwood

for over 60 years.

4-11 year olds.

Call: 314-821-1 070e-mail: [email protected]

1044 Curran Ave. Kirkwood, MO 63122

One andtwo week sessionsbeginningMay24 through Aug 13.

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Grades 712

500 DeBaliviere AvenueSaint Louis, Missouri 63112

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Offer your child the world through a cultural lens! Stepback into 1970 and look forward to 2050 as SPROG, Inc.

celebrates 40 years of continuous summer fun!

Only $270 for the entire seven weeks of morningworkshop classes & afternoon activities

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Pre K (must be entering K in Fall 2010) Freshman

We have degreed and certied teachers,trained counselors, professional volunteers,

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For Ages 5 to 13 Call 314-843-9200

Dates: June 1 through August 13, 2010Time: 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily Meals: K.I.A. Camp provides morning and after-noon snacks. Each child is responsible for their ownsack lunch. Swimming Trips: We take regular trips to an off-campus swimming pool.

Lots of Activities Bowling Arts & Crafts Basketball Baseball

Volleyball Miniature Golf Cheerleading Batting Cages Soccer Sno-Cones

at a GREAT VALUE!Full Time Enrollment (5 days) $135.00 per week

Part Time Enrollment (3 days) $120.00 per weekFamilies save 10% per child for each additional sibling.$110 activity fee per child due at the time of enrollment.

Kia Camp at Concord Lanes11801 Tesson Ferry Rd. 314-843-9200

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Girls, join thefun atCor Jesu Academys

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Camp FUN inthe SONshinePlanned activities for active

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GymClassesArtClassesWaterDaysVisitsfromthe

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Ages 3 - 8 yearsMay 27 to August 137 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily

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NOW ENROLLING FOR FALL!Mothers Day Out: Ages 2-3 years (1-4 days)

Pre-School: Ages 3-5 years (2-4 days)Mon-Tues-Wed-Thurs 9:00 12:30

Unique 1/5 teacher/child ratio in a loving,Christian environment

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

June 14th 18th 9:00 A.M. To NoonFollow Jesus on a Life-Changing Adventure

Into the Rainforest!

Cost: FREE!For information please call:

Southminster Presbyterian Church314-843-1133

10126 East Watson Rd., Crestwood, MOwww.southminsterstlouis.org


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Summer Fun atCamp GonzagaTuesday, June 1 - Thursday, August 127 a.m. 6 p.m. ages 6-12

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Webster Groves

314-918-0200

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Summer ClassesJune 14 August 7, 2010

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Camps

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August 9-13

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CAMPS cont.St. Louis Gym Centre (315 W. Pa-cic, 314-968-9494) in Old Webster, of-fers a variety of gymnastics instructionfor ages 1 to adult and Martial Artsages 4 to adult. Two 1-week full daycamps and 16 half-day camps (gym-nastics) are offered as well as summersessions for preschool, recreationalgymnastics and martial arts. Birth-day parties, playgroups and eld trips

are available as well as adult Zumbaclasses. Call for a brochure or visitwww.stlouisgymcentre.com.

St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer

Club (636-349-3760) offers year-roundprograms for boys and girls of all agesand skill levels. Spring outdoor, devel-opmental programs for ages 3-11 beginthe last week of March at the clubsheadquarters at Anheuser-Busch Cen-ter in Fenton, Scott Gallagher SoccerClub in Maryland Heights and MetroUnited Complex in Collinsville. Sum-mer day camps for ages 4-18 beginin early June and are held through-

out the area. All camps focus on im-proving individual skills in the sport.Kids learn to improve their touchon the ball and self-condence on the

eld. Enrollment forms available at

www.slsgcamps.com.

St. Louis Spirits Gymnastics Club(12975 Maurer Ind., 314-843-3322)offers awesome summer camps for

kids. The club has cheerleading, pre-school, instructional and team campfor children of all ages and abilities.It also offers classes with a nine-weeksummer ex-schedule that allows kids

to only pay for the weeks they will beable to attend. St. Louis Spirits saysits coaches WOW campers with anoutstanding commitment to nurturingevery childs health-esteem. Call 314-

843-3322 for a registration form or visitwww.spiritsgym.com.

St. Louis University High offers awide variety of summer programs forgrade-school students, including Sum-mer Enrichment, Upward Bound andWalkabout. The school also hosts in-structional camps in several sports,including baseball, basketball, cross-country, track, football, kickboxing, la-crosse, racquetball, soccer, water poloand wrestling. These camps are typi-cally offered to grade-school boys andincoming freshmen. Register now to ex-perience the tradition and excellence ofSLUH. The professional, friendly staffwill ensure all summer campers learn,

grow and have fun at the updated cam-pus, conveniently located next to theSaint Louis Science Center in beautifulForest Park South. For details visitwww.sluh.org.

At Camp KangaZoo choose one orboth week-long sessions: BiodiversityBonanza or Zoo Builders. Explore

animal habits and habitats, play games,meet animals, enjoy sing-a-longs, per-form skits and more. On Thursday eve-ning, sleep at the Zoo and wake up withthe birds. Sessions start June 14 forstudents entering grades 1-6. The Zoosaward-winning teen camp program forstudents entering grades 7-9 and CampJoey, a half-day camp for pre-Kinder-garten students ages 4-5 are available

selected weeks during the summer. Reg-ister for camp starting in February. Formore information, call 314-646-4544 orvisit www.stlzoo.org/education.

Trinity Lutheran Church (820 Lock-ett Road, Kirkwood, 314-822-8244).Kids 3 years to rising fth grade enjoy

Baobab Blast Vacation Bible School. Forchildren 15 months to age 7, choose oneof three summer camps. Enrolling chil-dren, 8 weeks to 5 years, for fall ParentsDay Out program, 314-822-0096.

AtVetta Sports Camps, the child isthe focus. The camps, held at ve loca-tions across the metro area, offer activi-ties that challenge kids mentally and

physically with indoor and outdoor play.The well-rounded camps, run by an ex-perienced staff of athletes, teach not onlyskills, but good attitudes and a love forsports and recreation. Most of all, kidshave loads of fun. Activities include soc-cer, water fun, inatables, basketball,

kickball, tennis and creative arts andcrafts, mixed with reading times, cul-tural awareness days and eld trips to

area attractions. Vetta Sports SummerCamps are active, affordable and fun.

Join the Webster Groves AdventureClub (314-919-1709) for its 27th year ofsummer programming. Children havea wide array of enrichment classes tochoose from in a safe, fun and nurtur-ing environment. Children also have theopportunity for recreational swimming,eld trips, outdoor play and community

service learning in the extended dayprogram.

Webster Groves Parks & Recre-

ation (314-963-5600). Meet new friendsand have a lot of fun. The camps prima-ry objectives are to provide quality andspecialty indoor/outdoor experienceswith emphasis on nature, games, sports,arts and crafts, performing arts and

eld trips. Visit www.webstergroves.orgor call 314-963-5600 for information.

The Webster Groves School Districtoffers summer opportunities for stu-dents from pre-K through high school.Do not miss the Family Enrichment andSummer Opportunities Fair, 5:30-8 p.m.March 10 at Hixson Middle School. Forinformation call 314-961-1233.

Webster Hills Preschool (698 W.Lockwood, 314-961-8722 x228) SummerCamp for ages 2-1/2 to 8 offers short-ened day options for 2s and 3s. Excitingweekly themes stimulate curiosity, en-courage learning, foster creativity andstretch imagination. Themes include

Lets Go Camping, Planet Earth, Drag-ons and Castles.

YMCA Camp Lakewood (314-241-9622) is a co-ed residential summer campfor ages 6 to 17 located 75 miles southof St. Louis. Set amidst 5,000 beautifulwoodland acres with a private 360-acrelake, Camp Lakewood is a true escape.Programs are based on the YMCAs corevalues: Honesty, Caring, Responsibil-ity, Respect and Faith. One and two-week sessions are available with morethan 30 activity clinic choices. Throughthese activities, Camp Lakewood teach-es sportsmanship, courage, healthyrisk-taking, independence, goal-setting,exibility and self-discovery. Scholar-ships are available to those who qualify.

Visit camplakewood.org for more infor-mation.


LINDBERGH EARLY

CHILDHOOD

EDUCATION

10305 Concord School Road(off Tesson Ferry, just north of 270)

www.lindberghschools.ws

click on ECE

Open enrollment begins now

for Summer and

2010-2011 School Year

For more information or to

arrange a tour, call:

314-729-2434

*Full-Day & Part-Day Programsfor 2-5 year olds

*Summer Camp for 5-12 year olds*Summer Camp for 2-5 year olds

*Competitive Rates*Certified, Degreed, Experienced Staff*Full-Time Nurse*Secure Playgrounds, Indoor Gym*Out-of-District Residents Welcome*Breakfast/Lunch/Snack

The Berry PatchProfessional Child Care Center

State Licensed

Accredited Early Childhood Education Program

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Snack

Caring for Children Ages 2 - 6 Years

Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

670 S. Laclede Station Rd. (between Hwy. 44 & Watson Rd.)

314-962-4499 theberrypatchstl.com

Brentwood Congregational ChurCh

Early Childhood CEntEr

Come Grow With Us!

2400 S. Brentwood Blvd. Brentwood

314-962-0537

T/W/ 9:15 a.m.2:15 p.m.12 months5 years

Come and See How Much FunSummer Can Be!

St. Dominic Savio Catholic School

7748 Mackenzie Rd. 314-832-4161 stdominicsavio.org/school

Where Every Child Is Known By Name

4 Weekly, Themed Sessions

June 7 July 2

Register for one week or all four!Half-Day 8 a.m.12:30 p.m. $90/wk

Full-Day 8 a.m.4:30 p.m. $130/wk

Call 314-832-4161

or join us for our open house

March 7th 11:30 a.m.1 p.m.

Summer ProgramsFor Curious Kids

Ages 3-6

F F

6737 Rock Hill Rd. at Gravois www.SHFSch.g

Seven Holy FounderS

CatHoliC SCHool314-631-8149

Providing an excellent education in a Christian

environment, PreK Grade 8

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Curriculum includes: Art, Music, Spanish,

Computer, PE & Health

Extracurriculars include: Acting Troupe,

Altar Servers, Athletics, Band, Choir, Dance,

Piano & Voice, Scouts, Speech, Speed

Stacking, Student Council, and 8th Grade

Leadership

Archdiocesan Learning Center Site

Day Care & Summer CampOpenings Now Available!

Open Year Round 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

3980 S. LindberghSunset Hills

St. Thomas/Holy SpiritChildrens Learning Center

EnrollmentFee

Call or drop in anytime843-862250% OFF

Meals Playground Christian Teachers Ages 2 to Pre-K Parent's Day Theme-Based Programs 1/2 Day Options

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