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STNS.orgMay 31–July 29 7AM-6PMA Day and Enrichment Camp

for boys and girls ages 4-12

A Camp Leadership Program for ages 13-15

Swimming ● Art ● Crafts ● Music ● Soccer ● Gardening ● Basketball ● Woodworking Cross Country ● Pirate Camp ● Cheer Camp ● Chipshots Golf

Computer Explorers ● Around the World Languages/Cultures ● Sprouts CookingFancy Nancy Activities ● Fun Games with Math-Science-Reading

St. Nicholas School offers a combination of a spectacular summer day camp with a multitude of add-on enrichment classes taught by local professional instructors. Enrichment classes may be added to the regular camp day for an additional fee or taken separately.

MissionThe mission and purpose of St. Nicholas summer camp is to provide a fun learning experience for children, developing physical, cultural, social, and intellectual abilities.

Application CriteriaAcceptance of applicants are considered according to the following criteria: 1. Currently enrolled St. Nicholas School students and returning campers have the first opportunity to register. All other applicants will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. St. Nicholas School does not discriminate on the basis of handicap, age, race, religion, gender, or national origin. 2. Those attending 5 days per week. 3. Those requesting the greatest number of weeks during the summer.

AdmissionA child must have reached his/her fourth birthday by May 31 and must be bathroom trained. Incoming St. Nicholas students are eligible once they turn four. Every child is expected to conform to the camp rules and regulations and show a spirit of cooperation with the camp personnel. When you enroll in this program you are reserving the time, space, staff, and provisions for your child whether or not he/she attends. Therefore, St. Nicholas cannot deduct days missed from your fee.

Program DescriptionThe St. Nicholas Summer Camp program is a comprehensive school-age program licensed with the Tennessee Department of Education. St. Nicholas maintains all standards for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled.

Our program challenges the imagination, stimulates creativity, encourages self-directed initiative, and develops leadership skills in children. Fun opportunities for learning by discovery through active child-centered experiences are an important part of the program.

St. Nicholas staff members help children set limits, develop self-control, and foster friendships that promote trust, sharing, and openness.

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Small Group Activities:• Crafts• Volleyball• Individual Sports• Games

8:30 Group get-together 9:15-12:00 Small group activities / “add-on” enrichment classes12:00-12:30 Lunch and active play (BRING SACK LUNCH with drink)12:30-1:45 Swimming or art & music classes **1:45-3:30 Large group activities / “add-on” enrichment classes3:30-4:00 Snack4:00-4:30 Small group activities4:30-4:45 Camp meeting - closing reflections4:45-6:00 After camp activities

* The youngest campers (4-5 year-olds) have a one-hour rest period sometime between 12:30 and 3:00PM.** All campers have scheduled swim times at least 2 times per week. Art, music, swimming and gardening are part of the camp.

A Day in the Life of a Camper * (sample schedule - groups may vary on different days)

DROP-OFF and PICK-UP (in cafeteria only)Camp opens at 7AM and closes at 6PM

Children may be dropped off throughout the day. Group activities begin at 8:30AM and afternoon camp meeting is at 4:30PM

Ready! Set! Let’s go! Summer at St. Nicholas Camp is an incredibly fun time for kids ages 4-12. Our campus includes acres of green outdoor space, an out-door pool, walking trails, gymnasium, and five playground areas. Activities include swimming, art, music, gardening, sports, games and weekly field trips. Campers make take-home treasures in arts and crafts classes. Additional enrichment classes are offered at various price ranges (see pages 10-18).

Large Group Activities:• Soccer • Kickball• Songs• Capture the Flag

Welcome to the best Summer Camp experience ever!

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All campers have the opportunity for time in the campus outdoor pool. Swimming lessons are also offered during camp (see details below). A lifeguard is always on duty when campers are in the pool.

SWIMMING

► Session I: June 6-17► Session II: June 20-July 1 ► Session III: July 5-15► Session IV: July 18-29

Swim Lessons

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St. Nicholas offers swim lessons for campers of all ages and ability. Lessons are two-week sessions that last 30 minutes each day on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students are grouped by age and ability. Classes affected by the weather are rescheduled whenever possible. Times vary: classes are scheduled between 9:00AM and 12:00PM. Students are grouped based on age and skill level. Cost: $75 per session

St. Nicholas offers an exciting multi-day art and music component to our weekly schedule. On the days that groups are not scheduled for a field trip or swimming, children attend ART AND MUSIC CLASS.

ART Over the course of the summer, groups are encouraged to explore their own creativity and create many masterpieces using a variety of fun materials.

The MUSICcomponent provides opportunities for campers to be creative while working with others through the art of improvisation. They have the chance to become

comfortable sharing their singing and other musical talents in a creative and spontaneous environment. Campers also have the opportunity to experiment with various musical instruments during camp.

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GARDENING PROGRAMGrowing a garden can be easy and lots of fun! Your child learns the basics of growing summer veggies, herbs and flowers in the St. Nicholas school garden. Garden activities include caring for greenhouse plants, making flower necklaces, watering, weeding, saving flower seeds and tasting garden goodies, like fresh tomato salsa.

Camp kids harvest food from the St. Nicholas school garden and set up a farm stand on Wednesday afternoons where parents can buy the produce. Proceeds support our com-munity outreach efforts.

Growing a garden is awesome fun!

CAMPERS MUST ARRIVE BY 8:30AM ON WEDNESDAYS TO ATTEND FIELD TRIPS.

June 1June 8

June 15June 22

June 29

July 6July 13

July 20July 27

No Field TripHamilton SkateRuby FallsIMAX: Split Trip (11:00 Show - pk-2nd; 12:00 Show-3rd-5th)

Challenger Center: Split Trip (10:00 - pk-2nd; 1:00 -3rd-5th)

No Field Trip - July 4thCreative Discovery Museum and CDM: Science Theatre Tennessee AquariumCampus Carnival

Wonderful Wednesday

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ENRICHMENT CLASSES / INSTRUCTORSClass Instructor Week(s) Offered Page3D Moviemaking/2DIY Henry 5 14 All About Me Art Bohner 3 12Around the World Chatta. Language Sch. 6 15 Art-A-Palooza Bohner 9 18Awesome Robotics Henry 3 12Basketball 1, 2 Wade 6 15 Cheer Camp 1, 2 Satterfield 5, 8 14, 17 Chipshots Golf A, B Jordan 2, 9 11, 18Cross Country 1, 2 Woerner 5, 8 14, 17CSI - The Missing Mascot Erwin 1 10Cupcake Decorating 101 Marshall 5 14 Dynamic Dinosaurs Marshall 8 17Fairy Fun Conover 5 14Introduction to St. Nicholas Igou 9 18Kidzart: Animal Style Pritchett 2 11 Kidzart: Make a Splash Pritchett 4 13Kidzart: We Love Bugs Pritchett 7 16Minecraft Coding/Program Henry 7 16 Oh Buoy! Science Erwin 2 11 Pirate Camp 1, 2 McCorkle 3, 8 12, 17 Pre-Piano Camp A, B Coleman 3, 7 12, 16 Reading Fancifully /Nancy Newberry 6 15Science Lab Blows its Top Erwin 1 10Soccer [half and full] A,B J.D. Kyzer/ Kyzer Sports 4, 7 13, 16 Solving Dissolving Chemistry Erwin 2 11 Sprouts Cooking 1, 2, 3, 4 Fincher 3, 4, 7, 8 12, 13, 16, 17 Swim Lessons I, II, III, IV Staff 2, 4, 6, 8 4WW Woodworking 1, 2, 3, 4 Reynolds 1, 2, 4, 5 10, 11, 13, 14Wonderful World of Math Kyzer 4 13

Erwin, MarleneMarlene Erwin teaches Math and Science in the St. Nicholas School Early Learning Center [preK and K]. She also teaches 1st and 2nd grade handwriting. Marlene has degrees in early childhood and elementary education from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, and is a veteran St. Nicholas teacher.

Fincher, Allie / Sprouts CookingAll Sprouts Cooking Chef Instructors bring their educational enrichment, their culinary chops, and some FANTASTIC FUN as they instruct little chefs to chop, measure and mix their way to experience new and exciting tastes, while learning about whole foods and how they nourish our bodies and minds!

Henry, Tiffany / Computer Explorers COMPUTER EXPLORERS TechStars program simplifies the complex world of educational technology by connecting science, technology, engineering, math and the arts. TechStars welcomes students into a progressive cur-riculum that begins with foundational skills that rapidly lead to advanced knowledge, exploring and developing new ideas, and creating hands-on projects in an educational setting designed to make learning FUN. All our teachers are trained in the COMPUTER EXPLORERS methodology – includ-ing classroom etiquette and control, and the basics of early childhood capabilities and learning, as well as having an educationally correct (with scope and sequence) curricula which meets NETS standards. Please visit our website at www.computerexplorers.com for more information.

Igou, GretchenGretchen Igou has worked at St. Nicholas for 8 years as the upper primary teaching assistant. She also works with Mandy Bohner in the art program. Gretchen has a B.S. in merchandising from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga.

Jordan, Jim Jim Jordan is a member of the PGA and a Class A Golf Instructor. Jim has spent 15 years training junior players looking to make their mark on the game as well as working with adults looking for an edge or collegiate golf-ers honing their skills. He embraces a comprehensive view of the golfer, taking into account individual learning styles, group dynamics and ability levels. Jim’s enthusiasm and passion for instructing the game are evident in each teaching session. By using modified equipment created specifically for newcomers to golf, Jim is able to successfully introduce golf to children at a very young age.

Kyzer, Claire Claire Kyzer teaches first grade math and science at St. Nicholas School. She has 26 years experience teaching students in the UK, Japan, Germany and the United States. She loves helping young children figure out things and she loves making learning fun!

Kyzer Sports Camps/J.D. Kyzer Coach J.D. Kyzer was the head soccer coach of the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Lady Mocs for 16 years. In 1999, he was the head coach of the Charlotte Speed pro team of the United Soccer League. He taught at Belmont Abbey, and coached at Charlotte Country Day School and Queens College.

Bohner, MandyMandy Bohner is the Art Director of St. Nicholas School and has taught Art and Art History for 22 years. She has a B.A. in art history from Southern Methodist University and a M.ED. in secondary education with emphasis on art education from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga.

Chattanooga Language SchoolAudi Wilken and Janet Geerlings are CSL instructors and will lead the classes. Please visit www.chattanoogalanguage.com/aboutus to read more about them.

Coleman, KristyKristy Coleman graduated summa cum laude from Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia, and holds a bachelor of arts degree in music. She is an active member of the Music Teachers National Association and the Suzuki Association of the Americas. With piano as her principal instrument, she frequently performs for various events in the Chattanooga area. She has 8 years teaching experience in private and group lessons. Kristy is known for bringing a fresh energy to each music lesson she teaches.

Conover, Judy Judy Conover has worked as a teaching assistant at St. Nicholas School for 12 years. She has taught private art lessons and encourages students to find their creative voice through art. She holds a B.S. in design with a minor in business.

Marshall, StephanieStephanie Marshall teaches Level 3 [1st grade] Language Arts at St. Nicholas School. She has a B.S. in human ecology from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, and a M.Ed from Lincoln Memorial University.

McCorkle, KatieKatie McCorkle teaches Level 4 [2nd grade] Language Arts at St. Nicholas School. She has a B.S. in multidisciplinary learning K-8, and a M. Ed. in elementary education / concentration in teaching reading from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga.

Newberry, Lesa This is Lesa’s 23rd year teaching at the primary/elementary level. She currently teaches Level 1 [preK] Language Arts at St. Nicholas School. She has 23 years experience using literature to teach children. Lesa has a B.S. in early childhood education and certification in gifted education from Middle Tennessee State University.

Pritchett, Lynda Lynda Pritchett has a B.A. in early childhood and elementary educa-tion as well as a M.Ed in administration and supervison. Always having a passion for art, she has taught art enrichment for the past 7 years. She currently teaches Level 5 [3rd grade] Language Arts at St. Nicholas School.

Reynolds, ZacharyZachary is the lead carpenter for Reynolds Construction and the Director of Education for the Avian Learning Center in Cohutta, GA. He holds a B.S. in environmental science from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga. He teaches the woodworking program at St. Nicholas School.

Satterfield, BrookeBrooke Satterfield is a 2010 Dalton High School graduate from Dalton, Georgia. At DHS, Brooke was a varsity football sidelines cheerleader and a varsity competition cheerleader for 3 years. The varsity team placed in Georgia High School Association’s state competition all 3 years that Brooke competed. She is currently a Graduate Assistant at UT Chattanooga and is pursuing her Master’s in Public Administration.

Wade, KatherineKatherine Wade is a 2008 graduate of Briarcrest School in Memphis, Tennessee. Katherine played basketball for the Lady Saints, who won both state and regional championships. She is also a girls and boys basketball coach for the Upward Sports Program in Chattanooga, TN. Currently she teaches at Soddy-Daisy Middle School where she also coaches girls basketball and volleyball.

Woerner, SarahCross country camp is taught by Sarah Woerner. A 2007 graduate of Ooltewah High School, Sarah ran varsity cross country at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, and completed the 2013 Chicago marathon in a time of 2:55, placing fifth out of 1750 in her age group. Sarah is a licensed educator in health and physical education. She is a Wellness teacher at Tyner Academy where she also coaches cross country, basketball and softball.

Awesome Instructors for Enrichment Classes Ar t, Music, Cooking, Technology and Spor ts

Add-on or Separate Enrichment Classes To enhance the camp experience, the following enrichment classes can be added to the day camp for an additonal fee. Because of the weekly field trip, enrichment classes do not meet on Wednesdays. These classes are also open to children who are not participating in full day camp.

Add-on enrichment classes are offered each week. Check out exciting additional opportunities on pages 10-18. For information about enrichment instructors see below and on the next page.

Get to Know Instructors for

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Add-on or Separate Enrichment Classes

Young players learn how to putt, chip, pitch and swing from a certified PGA teaching professional using a dynam-ic variety of methods and training tools to create a learning environment that is fun and engaging, even off the golf course. By utilizing the SNAG® (Start-ing New At Golf) system, the obstacles of climate and golf course availability are eliminated. The Chipshots program successfully combines kid-friendly equipment with fun, simplified golf instruction to transition today’s young beginners into tomorrow’s junior golfers! (Ages 4-7) Time: 9:30-11:40AM Cost: $100 (Min: 8 / max. 12)

June 6-10

Science Lab Blows its TopSomething’s missing from the classroom globe: an island so new it hasn’t been discovered yet! Where will the kids find the island? What will they name it? Campers will make underwater volcanoes as they create their

own eruptions. The children will see how islands are created and why they don’t float away in the ocean current. Don’t let your little mad

scientist miss this explosive adventure.

(Ages 4-8) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $89 (Min: 6 / max. 20)


Join us on a wildlife adventure through art! We will explore and create wild animals through mixed mediums such as water-colors, Prismas, painting on canvas, and sculpture. all art skill levels are welcome! (Ages 5-12) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $85 (Min:5 / max: 15)

Kidzart: Animal Style

SESSION I (two weeks) See page 4

“MAD SCIENCE” Camps

CSI Expert - The Case of the Missing Mascot

Campers become crime-solving super sleuths. They will learn how their favorite detectives use science to figure out crimes. Someone has taken the classroom mascot! Who took it? Students try to discover the culprit. Activities include fingerprint and bite mark analysis, evidence collection, DNA analysis, and much more.

Woodwise Woodworking 2

(see previous page description) (Ages 7-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $75 (Min: 5 / max. 12)

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“MAD SCIENCE” CampsPlunge into some science fun with the investigation of sinking

and floating! Campers discover and define buoyancy and surface tension. We will test capacity of vessels of various shapes, sizes, and materials to arrive at an understanding of

what makes a good boat. The class concludes with a cargo contest. Your master builder designs and constructs boats to see whose can carry the most cargo – without sinking!


The little mad scientists really enjoy all the experiments in this fun-filled class! Little scientists will test various substances as they learn the scientific process. They make “Ghost Crystals” that can absorb many times their own weight. Have you ever made and held self-siphoning gel? Would you like to make your own ball? Would you like to turn a solid into water and back to a solid again? The lab setting adds fun to the experiments they get to do in a lab setting.


Solving Dissolving – Chemistry Matters

Oh Buoy!



Learn how to be wood wise! This class introduces students to woodworking while exploring the creative process. We use wood materials to build fun and exciting creations such as marshmallow catapults, paper airplane crossbows, and candy dispensers.

Awesome RoboticsExtend your knowledge of

robotics as you build and design unique projects

using a combina-tion of LEGO kits with working

motors and sensors! Constructing and program-

ming both a car and Ferris wheel, this class will be both challenging and fun. (Ages 6-9) Time: 9:15-11:20AM Cost: $95 (Min: 6 / max: 12)

Pirate Camp 1 Arrrgghh! Would you like to join the pirate crew for crafts, games and grub? There may even be a treasure map to follow to find the hidden treasure! So come join us on the S.S. St. Nicholas for some jolly good fun! (Ages 5-12) TIme: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $65 (Min: 5 / max: 15)

Kidzart: Make a Splash

Join us for our second adventure as we explore the ocean through art! We will create a summer travel bag and explore the wonders of the ocean! We will create artwork using mixed mediums, such as water colors, Prismas, paint on canvas, and sculpture. Any art skill level is welcome! (Ages 5-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $85 (Min: 5 / max: 15)

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All About MeAll About Me! is a class in which all projects are self-portraits of sorts. In addition to a traditional self-portrait painted on canvas, children will create drawings of their favorite animals, personalize a ceramic plate with glaze, and make a Pop Art style digital portrait using Photo-shop. Every project is

tailored to the age and ability of each individual; once projects are completed, children have “free time” to explore the art room. (Ages 4-12) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $70 (Min: 5 / max.14)

Pre-Piano Camp is a 1-week adventure for children with little or no prior piano experi-ence. Besides introducing newcomers to the instrument, this class is also a great opportunity to reinforce basic piano skills and fundamentals for those with less than a year of private lessons. As an added bonus, most concepts introduced in the class can be used in the study of any instrument (including voice). Campers learn the musical alphabet, basic rhythmic notation, notes on the grand staff, keyboard note names, and finger numbers. In addition to group work and activities, each student receives plenty of hands-on instruction at the instrument. For reference, campers also create a notebook of the things they have learned. Snacks are provided (please specify any food allergies). (Ages 5-10) Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost $90 which includes a $5 material fee. (Min: 4 / max: 8)

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Soccer - Half & Full Time AAll of Coach Kyzer’s campers receive maximum individual attention in a fun, challenging environment. He strives to incorporate sportsmanship, creativity and pure enjoyment of the game. Campers are grouped according to age and skill level. Half Time: (Ages 4-5) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost $85 (Min. 10 / max: 50)

Full Time: (Ages 5-12) Time: 9:30-11:40AM Cost $125 (Min. 10 / max: 50)

The Wonderful World of Math

These acclaimed, awesome, and exciting hands-on cooking classes captivate and inspire kids as they discover the adventure of making, eating, and sharing yummy, healthy, and fresh foods (not always found on our kids’ plates)! Session costs include all ingredients, materials, recipe collection, and a substantial, healthy (SHHHH!) snack at the end of each class! (Ages 4-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $71 (Min: 8 / max:12)

Come explore the “Wonderful World of Math” as we investi-

gate flying marshmallows, exploding dice, and many other interesting adventures. This class is jam-packed full of hands-on activities to stretch your math minds. (Ages 5-8) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $80 (Min: 8 / max: 20)

These acclaimed, awesome, and exciting hands-on cooking classes captivate and inspire kids as they discover the adventure of making, eating, and sharing yummy, healthy, and fresh foods (not always found on our kids’ plates)! Session costs include all ingredients, materials, recipe collection, and a substantial, healthy (SHHHH!) snack at the end of each class!(Ages 4-12) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $71 (Min: 8 / max: 12)


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Create your own wearable tiara and scepter made from silk flowers, ribbon, tulle, moss and natural materials. (Ages 5-12) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $70 (Min: 5 / max: 8)

BasketballThis camp is structured to teach the fundamen-

tals of basketball. Players learn the individual fundamentals through dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense. They also learn how to apply these skills in game situa-

tions. Academics, team work and life skills are stressed throughout the week.

Enjoy a tea party! Learn about manners and etiquette while enjoying the Fancy Nancy collection of books. Language arts, arts and crafts, and social studies are also on the menu. (Ages 4-6) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $80 (Min. 5 / max.12)

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Campers will engage in a variety of running activities and games in order to improve their running while having fun in the process. We will also discuss the basics of nutrition, running form, and how the body works while you exercise. (Ages 6-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $70 (Min: 6 / max:25)

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3D Moviemaking & 2DIY GamesCampers will learn about story making and storytelling by creating a storyboard with a story sequence, using 3D backgrounds and animated 3D characters to inspire the story, adding background music and sounds to enhance the story, and recording their own audio story narrative. They will compile individual parts of their story into a slideshow and view the completed story as an animated movie. Then campers will create their own puzzle game and pairs matching game while learning and experimenting with the editing tools available in 2DIY. They will learn how to import, copy and paste pictures, and navigate and explore the clip art library. (Ages 4-5) Cost: $70 Time: 9:30-10:30AM (Min: 4 / max: 6)

Fairy Fun

Basketball 1: (Ages 9-11) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost $70 (Min. 10 / max: 20)

Basketball 2: (Ages 6-8) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost $70 (Min. 10 / max: 20)

Reading Fancifully with Nancy

Around the World Languages and Culture

Camp

Grab your passports and join us for a world-wide

adventure! Explore the languages and cultures of at least three different countries in one week. Your child will sing songs in German, taste French

crepes, learn Spanish dances and develop his/her language skills. Give your child the world this summer at our “Around the World” language and culture camp. (Ages 9-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $65 (Min:6 / max: 20)

Cupcake Decorating 101Learn how to use a variety of decorating tools when creating designs with icing. Students will learn recipes to make their own icing from scratch. They will also learn about mixing colors to tint icing. Students will decorate cupcakes during each class using different techniques. Class fee includes a decorating kit to take home at the end of the week. Great for all skill levels. **Past participants welcome **New cupcake designs (Cupcake designs will be “summer fun” related.) (Ages 4-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $90 (Min. 6 / max.12)




Turn Up the Heat!

Cheer Camp 1

Cheerleaders will learn the basics of cheering in the first session. They will learn motions, cheers, jumps, and other techniques. The second session will be open to participants who completed the first session, as well as those between the ages of 7 & 10. The

second session of cheer camp will go more in depth with more advanced skills such as basic stunting and basic tumbling. St. Nicholas students will be turning up the heat this summer at cheer camp! Cost: $65 (Ages 6-8) (Min: 5 / max. 16) Time: 9:30 -10:30AM

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Soccer - Half & Full Time BAll of Coach Kyzer’s campers receive maximum individual attention in a fun, challenging environ-ment. He strives to incorporate sportsmanship, creativity and pure enjoyment of the game. Campers are grouped according to age and skill level.

Half Time: (Ages 4-5) Cost $85 (Min. 10 / max: 50) Time: 9:30-10:30AM

Full Time: (Ages 5-12) Cost $125 (Min. 10 / max: 50) Time: 9:30-11:40AM

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Minecraft Coding and Programming

The next level of our Minecraft program is here! Are you tired of having to mine the “boring” stuff? Did you know you can create and program Minecraft ROBOTS to do your mining for you? Learn how to code using the Minecraft ComputerCraft Mod and put those robots to work. You’ll start out programming with a graphical interface and then evolve to text-based coding. Soon you’ll be able to focus on mining what YOU want! (Ages 8-12) Time: 9:15-11:20AM Cost: $95 (Min: 6 / max: 12)

Kidzart: We Love BugsIn our final adventure, we will explore the world of bugs and insects through art! Campers create works of art using a variety of mixed mediums, as well as learning a little science informa-

tion along the way! All art skill levels welcome! (Ages 5-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $85 (Min: 5 / max: 15)

Campers will engage in a variety of running activities and games in order to improve their running while having fun in the process. We will also discuss the basics of nutrition, run-ning form, and how the body works while you exercise.(Ages 6-12) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $70 (Min: 6 / max:25)

Cross Country 2

Pirate Camp 2 Arrrgghh! Would you like to join the pirate crew for crafts, games and grub? There may even be a treasure map to follow to find the hidden treasure! So come join us on the S.S. St. Nicholas for some jolly good fun! (Ages 5-12) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $65 (Min: 5 / max: 15)


Dynamic DinosaursExplore the amazing world of dinosaurs. Students will participate in various activities throughout the week that are dinosaur “themed”. We will create dinosaur crafts, make different dinosaur “snacks”, read dinosaur books, and play dino-saur games. We will

end our “dino-mite” week with a dinosaur hunt around the school. Join us for a “roaring” good time! (Ages 4-12) Time: 10:40-11:40AM Cost: $75 (Min. 7 / max.14)

Pre-Piano Camp is a 1-week adventure for children with little or no prior piano experi-ence. Besides introducing newcomers to the instrument, this class is also a great opportunity to reinforce basic piano skills and fundamentals for those with less than a year of private lessons. As an added bonus, most concepts introduced in the class can be used in the study of any instrument (including voice). Campers

learn the musical alphabet, basic rhythmic notation, notes on the grand staff, keyboard note names, and finger numbers. In addition to group work and activities, each student receives plenty of hands-on instruction at the instrument. For reference, campers also create a notebook of the things they have learned. Snacks are provided (please specify any food allergies). (Ages 5-10) Time: 9:00-11:00AM Cost $90 (includes a $5 material fee). (Min: 4 / max: 8)

PRE-PIANO CAMP B


Turn Up the Heat!

Cheer Camp 2

Cheerleaders will learn the basics of cheering in the first session. They will learn motions, cheers,

jumps, and other techniques. The second session will

be open to participants who completed the first

session, as well as those between the ages of 7 & 10. St. Nicholas students will be turning

up the heat this summer at cheer camp! Cost: $65

(Ages 7-10, and anyone who participated in Cheer Camp 1) 10:40-11:40AM (Min: 6 / max. 16)

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SESSION IV (two weeks) See page 4

Introduction to St. NicholasThis course is designed for incoming Early Learning Center (ELC) students. It introduces and reinforces academic basics such as the alphabet, numbers 1-10, shapes, and colors. It also provides social instruction on topics such as playing with others and sharing. This class helps incoming students prepare for their first days as a St. Nicholas student. (Ages 4-6) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $70 (Min: 5 / max. 12)

Camp Leadership Program Ages 13-15We offer a program for students who are ready to take that step from camper to Assistant Counselor. The student must be ready to assume modest responsibility, lead by example, and work well with others. Special recognitions are sure to make the Camp Leadership Program experience meaningful and memorable. If interested, please call Kevin Leckenby at (423) 894-6485 or email to [email protected] for more information.

Two references and a paragraph indicating why you are interested are required. A $50 registration fee due upon enrollment, and a weekly rate of $50 is charged per child. This includes the cost of one camp T-shirt. Additional T-shirts may be ordered for $10.

Summer Camp Add-on Enrichment Programs (see page 21 for enrichment class list)

Campers have the option of registering for enrichment classes without attending all-day camp. The costs for enrichment programs includes the class fee and supplies. There are no enrichment programs on Wednesdays due to field trips.

LIMITED SPACE / NO REFUNDS OR CANCELLATIONS. If registering for enrichment classes only, there is a one-time $5 enrichment registration fee (covers all enrichment classes). Call the office to register for enrichment classes only.

Wednesday Field TripsMost Wednesdays campers go on a field trip to a local destination. Field trip costs are included in the prices for the week. Campers must arrive by 8:30AM on Wednesday to attend field trips. Please make sure campers wear their summer camp shirts on field trip days.

Cost● A $50 registration fee is charged, due upon enrollment. This includes the cost of one camp T-shirt. Additional T-shirts may be ordered for $10.● The cost for a full week is $135 for one child, including field trips and snacks. [Please make all checks payable to St. Nicholas School. Note camper’s name and the weeks attending on your check.] We accept VISA, MasterCard and Discover. [If using Discover card, the fee must be paid at the summer camp registration desk.]● A $30 fee is charged on all returned checks.● Our camp is designed and staffed for full-time campers. Part-time spaces are limited and subject to availability. Part-time is considered two days a week (days will be agreed to in advance), and charged at $80 per week. Three or more days is considered full-time. ● NOTE: Campers are not allowed to attend camp or enrichment classes if payment is not made in advance, according to the payment schedule on page 21.

Family Discounts● Family discounts are available per week for more than one child; $10 sibling discount per week for each child. ● Sibling discount does not apply to part-time campers, enrichments, or the Camp Leadership Program.

Cancellation/Refund Policy● If Day Camp cancellation is made two or more weeks prior to scheduled date of attendance, St. Nicholas School refunds 75% of the fee. No refunds or credits are given for Day Camp if less than 2 weeks notice is given. Cancellation fees apply when camp weeks are cancelled OR switched. Cancellation forms are available at the camp desk. ● Refunds are not given for cancellations of enrichment programs. ● Refunds are handled through the Business Office.

Summer Camp Policies

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Young players learn how to putt, chip, pitch and swing from a certified PGA teaching professional using a dy-namic variety of methods and training tools to create a learning environment that is fun and engaging, even off the golf course. By utilizing the SNAG® (Starting New At Golf) system, the obsta-cles of climate and golf course availability are eliminated. The Chipshots program successfully combines kid-friendly equip-ment with fun, simplified golf instruction to transition today’s young beginners into tomorrow’s junior golfers! (Ages 7-15) Time: 9:30-11:40AM Cost: $100 (Min: 8 / max. 12)

SPLASH! Camp Carnival and Cookout Wednesday July 27

Art-A-PaloozaIn Art-A-Palooza, children explore and experiment with a variety of materials and techniques, including paint and painting; ink and printmaking; clay and sculpture. Using their imaginations, children create art and bring their ideas to life. Projects include self-portraits on canvas, still life in ink, clay tile, and recycled sculpture. Every project is tailored to the age and ability of each indi-vidual; once projects are completed, children have “free time” to explore the art room. (Ages 4-12) Time: 9:30-10:30AM Cost: $65 (Min. 3 / max.12)

WeeK. 9July 25-29 Add-on or Separate

Enrichment ClassesChipshots Golf B

How do I register?We can mail you a catalog containing a registration form or you can download it from our website at www.stns.org. Please complete both the reservation form and the application. Registration may be completed online. To register for ENRICHMENT CLASSES ONLY, please contact the business office.

How will the classes be grouped?The children are grouped by grade entering. Shifts to a different group can be requested but are not guaranteed.

What are the enrichment classes?Enrichment classes are offered as additional opportunities for your camper, and are dependent upon having a minimum number of students sign up. These classes provide campers a chance to look more closely at a topic that interests them. The fees for each enrichment class vary; please see the catalog for a detailed list. There are no enrichment classes on Wednesdays due to field trips. They are M/Tu/Th/F only (with the exception of Week 1 and Week 6). Camp is closed on Friday of Week 5 because it is July 4th; therefore, Monday classes are moved to Wednesday that week.

Where is drop off/pick up? And when?Children must check in and check out through the camp desk in the cafeteria. Camp opens at 7AM and closes at 6PM. Homeroom is at 8:30AM, and afternoon camp meeting is at 4:30PM. There is no additional charge for arriving before homeroom or picking up after camp meeting. (There is a late fee pick up after 6PM of $2.00 a minute per child.)

What do I send with my camper?Please send a sack lunch and sunscreen with your camper. (Also send a set of emergency clothes for the younger campers.) They will need a towel and swimsuit on their swim days. Also note that we can neither refrigerate nor heat their lunches. Please label everything. NO electronic devices. Students work in the school’s garden, so shoes may occasionally get dirty or muddy.

When are the swim days?5th grade and up swims four days a week for 1 hour on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. 1st grade, 3rd grade, and 4th grade groups swim Mondays and Thursdays. PreK, K, and 2nd grade groups swim Tuesdays and Fridays.

What is the pool like?The pool is 3 feet deep in the shallow end and 5 feet deep in the deep end. Everybody takes a swim test before they are allowed to swim. There is a lifeguard and group leader on duty. We use a divider buoy line for the youngest groups.

Where are the field trips this year?We call our field trip day “Wonderful Wednesday.” Our schedule includes: Ruby Falls, The Challenger Center, Hamilton Skate, The Tennessee Aquarium, Imax, and The Creative Discovery Museum and Science Theater. Campers need to wear their camp T-shirt and closed-toe shoes on field trip days.

What if I have questions later?Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

The summer camp office number is: 423-894-6485. You may email [email protected] The school office main and business office number is: 423-899-1999, and FAX: 423-899-0109.Our web site is www.stns.org

* Frequent ly Asked Questions *

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Swimming Lessons (page 4) Title Ages Cost □ Session I: June 6-17 4-12 $ 75 □ Session II: June 20-July 1 4-12 $ 75 □ Session III: July 5-15 4-12 $ 75 □ Session IV: July 18-29 4-12 $ 75

Choose From the Following Weeks (payment schedule dates shown in column to the right):

(Place a check mark (√) beside your choices. See indicated page for additional details.)

Reservation Form / Payment SchedulePlease complete the application form and the reservation form for each child!

$50 Registration Fee $135 Full-Time $80 Part-Time

Sibling Discounts

VISA, MASTERCARD and DISCOVER

ACCEPTED. (If using Discover card,

the fee must be paid at the summer camp

registration desk.)

See “Enrichment Programs” on page 19 for registration information, fees, etc.

DATES FT PT PAYMENT DUE

WK1: May 31-June 3* •• May 9 WK2: June 6-10 •• May 9 WK3: June 13-17 •• May 31 WK4: June 20-24 •• June 6 WK5: June 27-July 1 •• June 13

**July 4 (Holiday) - No camp

DAY CAMP REGISTRATION

ENRICHMENT ADD-ON CLASSES

Week 1: May 31-June 3 (page 10) Title Ages Cost □ CSI - The Missing Mascot 4-8 $ 89 □ Science Lab Blows its Top 4-8 $ 89 □ Woodworking 1 7-12 $ 75 Week 2: June 6-10 (page 11) Title Ages Cost □ Chipshots Golf A 4-7 $100 □ Kidzart: Animal Style 5-12 $ 85 □ Oh Buoy! Science 4-8 $ 89 □ Solving Dissolving Science 4-8 $ 89 □ Woodworking 2 7-12 $ 75

Week 3: June 13-17 (page 12) Title Ages Cost □ All About Me Art 4-12 $ 70 □ Awesome Robotics 6-9 $ 95 □ Pirate Camp 1 5-12 $ 65 □ Pre-Piano Camp A 5-10 $ 90 □ Sprouts Cooking 1 4-12 $ 71

Week 4: June 20-24 (page 13) Title Ages Cost □ Soccer (half-time) 4-5 $ 85 □ Soccer (full-time) 5-12 $125 □ Sprouts Cooking 2 4-12 $ 71 □ Kidzart: Make a Splash 5-12 $ 85 □ Wonderful Word of Math 5-8 $ 80 □ Woodworking 3 7-12 $ 75

Week 5: June 27-July 1 (page 14) Title Ages Cost □ 3D Moviemaking/2DIY 4-5 $ 70 □ Cheer Camp 1 6-8 $ 65 □ Cross Country 1 6-12 $ 70 □ Cupcake Decorating 101 4-12 $ 90 □ Fairy Fun 5-12 $ 70 □ Woodworking 4 7-12 $ 75

Week 6: July 5-8 (page 15) Title Ages Cost □ Around the World 9-12 $ 65 □ Basketball 1 9-11 $ 70 □ Basketball 2 6-8 $ 70 □ Reading Fancifully Nancy 4-6 $ 80

Week 7: July 11-15 (page 16) Title Ages Cost □ Kidzart: We Love Bugs 5-12 $ 85 □ Minecraft Coding/Prog. 8-12 $ 95 □ Pre-Piano Camp B 5-10 $ 90 □ Soccer (full-time) 5-12 $125 □ Soccer (half-time) 4-5 $ 85 □ Sprouts Cooking 3 4-12 $ 71 Week 8: July 18-22 (page 17) Title Ages Cost □ Cheer Camp 2 7-10 $ 65 □ Cross Country 2 6-12 $ 70 □ Dynamic Dinosaurs 4-12 $ 75 □ Pirate Camp 2 5-12 $ 65 □ Sprouts Cooking 4 4-12 $ 71

Week 9: July 25-29 (page 18) Title Ages Cost □ Art-A-Palooza 4-12 $ 65 □ Chipshots Golf B 7-15 $100 □ Intro to St. Nicholas 4-6 $ 70

LIMITED SPACE / NO REFUNDS for Enrichment Classes

Please check applicable: • FT (Full-time, 3+ days) • PT (Part-time, 2 days) •M •T •W •Th •F • Jr. Counselor

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DATES FT PT PAYMENT DUE WK6: July 5-8** ••June 20 WK7: July 11-15 ••June 27 WK8: July 18-22 ••July 5 WK9: July 25-29 ••July 11

NO REFUNDS for Enrichment Classes

*May 30 (Holiday) - No camp

St. Nicholas School Summer Camp Application FormCampers may register for enrichment programs only without attending the all-day camp session;

however, the enrollment priority is given to day campers.

I hereby enroll __________________________________for the St. Nicholas Summer Program week[s] and enrichment[s] indicated on the reservation form [shown on back of this form]. I understand that completion of the medical form is a program requirement for day camp. All activities require completion of the Parent Release form below.

Camper’s address________________________________________________ City ___________________ State______ Zip __________

Camper’s date of birth ____________ Age ______ Grade Entering ______ Current School _______________________________________

Father’s Name ______________________ Phone (H) ____________Phone (W) ____________Cell/Pgr ______________ Email_________________________________________________________

Mother’s Name ______________________ Phone (H) ____________Phone (W) ____________Cell/Pgr ______________ Email_________________________________________________________

List those who are authorized to pick up your child: _______________________________________________________________________

Known allergies including food allergies: ________________________________________________________________________________

Special medication, or routines (please give instructions): __________________________________________________________________

Over-the-counter medication that may be given without calling the parent/guardian, please list:Physician________________________Phone______________ Health Insurance Company ____________________ Policy #____________

In case of emergency, we would always call parents first. If parents are not available, whom would you like us to contact?

1)____________________________________ Relationship _____________________________ Phone ____________________



Did you attend St. Nicholas Summer Camp last summer?_______ How did you hear about us?_____________________________________

Camper’s t-shirt (indicate youth or adult S,M,L,XL) _____________ (If you don’t tell us, we have to guess) Each camper receives ONE t-shirt. Indicate if you wish to order additional T-shirts _____ at $10 each / include sizes? _________

Parental Release (please read and sign) As parent or guardian of the above student/camper, I give my permission for my child/ward to participate in activities of the St. Nicholas Summer Programs. I have read the rules and policies of the St. Nicholas Summer Camp Program. I understand the St. Nicholas Summer Camp adheres to these rules.

I agree to follow the policies of the St. Nicholas Program. I understand that failure to do so may result in our being discharged from the program. I understand that payment is expected in advance and I understand that cancellation fees apply, and that there is a late fee of $2.00 per minute, per child, for pickup after 6:00PM. I also agree to pay, to the fullest extent permitted by law, all collection costs, including reasonable attorney fees.

My child has permission to attend field trips as part of the summer camp program. In the event of injury during the program, I agree that St. Nicholas School and its agent(s) may consent to any appropriate medical treatment for my child/ward, should my consent not be reasonably obtained. This consent shall be in effect for the duration of the program. I understand that St. Nicholas School does not provide insurance cover-age for the Summer Camp Program participants and that I am responsible for coverage for my child/ward. Further, I agree to hold harmless St. Nicholas School, its agent(s) and employees against any loss or damage for any injury, illness, or other condition arising out of my child’s participation in St. Nicholas Summer Camp program.

From time to time, there has been a need to use photos of summer campers, both in newspapers and brochures, as a means of adver-tisement for the camp. Keeping in mind that the pictures will be chosen with both your child’s and St. Nicholas’ best interest in mind, you give permission by signing here.

Signature of Parent / Guardian Date

Please check () applicable: Full-time / Part-time / Junior Counselor •FT(Full-time, 3+ days) •PT(Part-time, 2 days) •M •T •W •Th •F •Jr. Counselor

Please select weeks and enrichment classes on back page.

Date ________ Received_______Application (complete the front and back)

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OPEN HOUSE

5:30-7:00PMWednesday, March 23

Thursday, April 28

Come and see the campus and meet some of the camp

counselors

7525 Min Tom DriveChattanooga, TN 37421-1835www.stns.org

Since 1958 ... where the love of learning takes root.

HOW DO I REGISTER? Information at

STNS.ORG

CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Camp opens at 7AM and closes at 6PM

NON-PROFITORG.

U.S. Postage

PAIDChattanooga, TN

Permit No. 432

Documents

ESP Summer Camp catalog 2016 - stns.org