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For 23 years, children have been investigating, discovering, and delighting in St. Francis Episcopal School’s Summer on the Point camps. This year, we’re thrilled to present another amazing lineup. Within these pages, you’ll find information about innovative new courses and returning favorites—all of which use hands-on, real-world explorations to help students discover new horizons with curiosity and excitement.

St. Francis is proud to present the Summer on the Point 2017 selection of classes and explorations!

Offering morning, afternoon, and full-day camps for eight weeks in June, July,

and early August, Summer on the Point welcomes students ages three and up to a

summer of innovation and imagination.

JOIN US FOR A SUMMER OF WONDER AND DISCOVERY!

REGISTRATIONChildren should be registered based on the grade they are entering in the 2017–18 school year. Please complete a separate registration for each stu-dent. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and is available online at www.StFrancisHouston.org/Summer. All pending registrations will be reviewed by the St. Francis Business Office, and will only be considered com-plete when payment is received by credit card or e-check and all the family’s student accounts at St. Francis are current. Registration for students with out-standing account balances will be considered pending. All courses must meet minimum enrollment figures, and St. Francis reserves the right to cancel pro-grams that are underenrolled.

Registration for all Dan L. Duncan Clinic Reading and Math Camps must be received by May 19, 2017. Classes fill quickly, so we encourage you to register early.

CONFIRMATIONWhen you register successfully, you will receive an automatic e-mail reply. Your registration is not complete until you receive this e-mail. This automatic reply contains no camp details and is only an acknowledgement that we have received your registration. Follow-up e-mails with camp-specific information are sent approximately seven to ten days prior to the start of individual sessions.

REFUND POLICYTuition will only be refunded through a written request submitted to Margaret Newsom, director of Explore and Extend. A 10 percent cancellation fee will be retained. After June 1, 2017, for June courses and after July 7, 2017, for July courses, no refund of fees will be made to any student who withdraws or is dismissed from a course or section. St. Francis reserves the right to dismiss any child who does not comply with the expectations of the program. Fees will be refunded in full if St. Francis cancels a course offering.

NONDISCRIMINATION POLICYSt. Francis Episcopal School admits qualified students of any race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarships, or athletics or other school-administered programs. St. Francis is an equal opportunity employer.

EXTENDED CAREExtended care, both before and after camps, is available beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m. during the weeks that summer programs are offered. To register, please contact the Explore and Extend Office at 713.458.6467 or [email protected]. The fee for extended care is $40 per day or $150 per week.

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Primary School Discovery Camps ............................... 2

Lower School Discovery Camps ................................. 3

STEAM Camps ............................................................. 4

Video Game Creation Camps ...................................... 7

Sports Camps ............................................................. 8

Kindergarten Reading and Math Camps .................. 11

First-Grade Reading and Math Camps ..................... 12

Second-Grade Reading and Math Camps ................. 12

Third- and Fourth-Grade Reading and Math Camps ......................................... 13

Jump Into Primary School ......................................... 14

Jump Into Lower School ........................................... 14

Jump Into Middle School .......................................... 15

Camps at a Glance .................................................... 18


• PRIMARY SCHOOL DISCOVERY CAMPS • .........................................................................................................................

For children ages three to five(All students must be three years old by June 1, 2017.) • Instructors: St. Francis faculty

Primary School Discovery Camps run Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and are held on St. Francis’s South Campus. Children are grouped by age and investigate the session topic through a variety of planned activities, as well as through free exploration. Dramatic play and planned literacy, music, motor, cooking, art, and science projects all help students gain a deeper understanding of the concepts at hand. One day each week is designated as a special events day. On these days, students enjoy water play, petting zoos, on-campus learning adventures, and other fun activities. Snacks are provided. Children attending full-day camps or a combination of morning and afternoon camps should bring a lunch from home each day, as well as nap mats. Extended care is available until 5:30 p.m. daily for an additional fee. Early-bird drop-off is available beginning at 7:30 a.m.

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Once Upon a Time• June 5–9 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary I–Bridge• Instructors: St. Francis faculty• Cost: $220 for half-day session; $360 for full-day session

To begin a great adventure, start with Once Upon a Time. This camp opens a chapter on the investigation of knights and jousting, prin-cesses and castles, glass slippers and beanstalks, and, of course, the occasional dragon. Students will also explore the idea of a different place and time, where magic still seemed possible and adventure was inevitable. Our story will conclude as all great adventures should—with a royal tea party at The End.

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Under the Big Top• June 12–16 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary I–Bridge• Instructors: St. Francis faculty• Cost: $220 for half-day session; $360 for full-day session

The lions and tigers are on parade, the clowns are gathering, and prizes are waiting to be won on the midway. Everyone loves a circus, and our young ringmasters are sure to have a blast Under the Big Top this summer as they join us for adventures with animals, games, and special guests. We can almost smell the popcorn now!

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Holiday Parties Around the World• June 19–23 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary I–Bridge• Instructors: St. Francis faculty• Cost: $220 for half-day session; $360 for full-day session

Regardless of where they are in the world, everyone loves to celebrate with family and friends! Come along for an international adventure as we discover how and why people celebrate across the globe. Each day will begin with an introduction to a specific region or country; move into a study of culture, events, food, stories, and music; and culminate in a celebration.

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Mis Amigos• June 26–30 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary II–K• Instructors: Señora Claudia Schoelman and other St. Francis faculty• Cost: $220 for half-day session; $360 for full-day session

Join our beloved Primary School Spanish teacher on an international adventure. In this session, students will be immersed in Spanish language and culture through literature, music, movement, and art. As they cook traditional Latin recipes, the campers will practice following simple directions in Spanish. Repetition through story, song, and rhyme will reinforce school-year learning and engage Spanish beginners as well as those who are already comfortable with the language. Each day will be an adventure!

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All About the Arts–Primary School• June 26–30 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary I–K• Instructor: Casey Casteel• Cost: $220

Join us as we explore an array of arts in one camp! Students will make discoveries and express themselves through painting, sculpting, dancing, playing, singing, and acting—all centered around engaging literature-based themes. These fun, interactive, process-based activi-ties will be a feast for the senses!

SUMMER ON THE POINT 2017 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

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• LOWER SCHOOL DISCOVERY CAMPS •.........................................................................................................................

For children entering grades K–4(Select courses based on the grade your student will enter in fall 2017.)• Instructors: St. Francis faculty

Lower School Discovery Camps are themed adventures that run Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to noon, and are held on St. Francis’s Main Campus. Some sessions are available with a full-day option. Children are grouped by age and move through a wide variety of activities that allow for skill development in literacy, math, music, problem-solving, gross and fine motor skills, cooking, science, and art. Special visitors and on-campus field trips and events make the sessions even more special. While all snacks are provided, students staying for afternoon sessions should bring a lunch each day. Extended care is available until 5:30 p.m. for an additional fee. Early-bird drop-off is available beginning at 7:30 a.m..

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Fun With Fairy Tales• June 5–9 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Grades: K–2• Instructor: Monica Masini• Cost: $200; $375 for Fun With Fairy Tales / A Fairy Fantasy Ballet combo (Look for “Combo—Fairy” when you register.)

Classic fairy tales have enriched our lives and sparked imagina-tions for generations. Using these familiar stories as a guide, young knights and princesses will journey through enchanted activities involving art, music, and free play. Along the way, they’ll build skills in literary concepts such as sequencing, predictions, fluency, and comprehension. Come join our magical adventure!

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Ahoy There, Matey!• June 5–9 • 1:00–4:00 p.m. • Grades: K–2• Instructor: Monica Masini• Cost: $200

Ahoy, boys and girls, it’s time to hoist the sails and prepare for some pirate fun! Come join your fellow buccaneers as we hunt for buried treasure, make ships that float, read stories, use maps, act, sing, and much more. This camp will be filled with hands-on activities and lessons as we explore the high seas together!

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Decades and Dolls• June 12–16 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Grades: K–4• Instructors: St. Francis faculty• Cost: $200

This popular camp returns for another year, with different dolls and different traditions. Students use the popular American Girl doll sto-ries to venture to another time and place. Each class, they’ll learn about the day-to-day life of the girls in that era; immerse themselves in the games, dances, music, food, and history of their times; and enjoy a special event to highlight the particular period in history. Girls are allowed to both dress up and bring dolls, although this is NOT required, as emphasis is on the historical and cultural periods.

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Inventor’s Lab• June 5–9 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: K–4• Instructor: Desiree McConnell• Cost: $200

This week of lab adventures engages children’s natural bent toward investigation and problem-solving. Each day will start with a story, short video, or picture that introduces a problem. Individually and in small groups, campers will create solutions using design, engineer-ing, building, problem identification, adjustments, and conclusions. Join us at the end of the week as students show off their inventions!

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Superhero Academy• June 19–23 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Grades: K–4• Instructor: Danny Lewis • Cost: $200

Everyone wants to be a hero to someone sometime! In Superhero Academy, young hopefuls learn what it means to be a hero, and what it takes to be physically and mentally ready to help others. Our young heroes will train in our obstacle courses, create alter egos, design costumes, and determine their own special abilities. Each hero will test their skills through a series of carefully designed challenges. Don your capes and get ready for action!

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 2017 SUMMER ON THE POINT

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Kitchen Chemistry• June 26–30 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.• Grades: K–4• Instructors: Desiree McConnell and Whitney Wright• Cost: $225 (includes all materials)

Welcome to a week of gloriously messy fun, where the kitchen becomes our laboratory! Cooking is its own science, comprising both chemical and physical reactions. In this camp, students will create tasty concoc-tions, experiment with processes and ratios, and do the math to change recipes for groups of various sizes. Within the lab, common edible items will be used to conduct experiments, discover properties of states of matter, and make some very cool solutions and mixtures. Bring both your apron and your goggles for this week of gastronomic science!

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Math in Motion• Session I: June 19–23 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: 2–4• Session II: June 19–23 • 1:00–4:00 p.m. • Grades: K–1• Instructors: Amanda Heidemann and other St. Francis faculty• Cost: $200 per session

Movement and math go hand in hand, and using motion to explore mathematics—and vice versa—makes both of them more fun! During this camp, students will time motion, break it down into physical ele-ments, and give it mathematical reasoning. They’ll also assess their own movements using standard and non-standard measurements, work within three dimensions to problem-solve with geometry and spatial reasoning, and use games and large-scale manipulatives to turn math into a group sport!

• STEAM CAMPS •Explorations in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, these camps are held on St. Francis’s Main Campus unless other-wise noted in the course description.

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Multimedia Art and Jewelry Making• June 5–9 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.• Grades: 5–10• Instructor: Amy Chandler• Cost: $275 for half-day session; $495 for full-day session (includes all materials)

Students in this camp will learn new techniques and explore favor-ite media in more depth, creating more intricate projects than are possible within the time constraints of school-year classes. Campers will work with glass, wire, beads, paint, metal, and clay. Possible projects will include fused glass, jewelry making, copper enameling, and painting. (Please note that half-day students will not complete all projects, but will have choices about which materials they use and projects they begin.)

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A Fairy Fantasy Ballet• June 5–9 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: K–2• Instructor: Mary Springman• Cost: $200; $375 for A Fairy Fantasy Ballet / Fun With Fairy Tales combo (Look for Combo—Fairy in registration.)

Don your slippers and tutus for a fairy tale dance adventure! Students will meet each day in our dance studio to tell stories through movement, combining ballet techniques and the basics of dance con-ditioning with fairy tales and fantasy storytelling. Although our focus is on movement and expression, students may dress up as they wish, as long as movement is not impeded.



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Variety Dance Camp• Session I: June 19–23 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Session II: July 10–14 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: K–5• Instructor: Christie Crummel• Cost: $200 per session

This fun, fast-paced dance camp focuses on a different style of dance each day. Starting with ballet-based warm-ups, students will explore jazz, hip hop, pom-pom, and novelty dance styles to fun, age-appropriate music. Campers will be divided by age group and learn dance basics and routines to share. Students will also enjoy fun games, dance-related activities, snacks, and the satisfaction of preparing for and giving a performance. On the last day of each session, parents and friends will be invited to come watch the campers’ routines.

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Express Yourself! Art Camp for Elementary Ages• June 19–23 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: K–3• Instructor: Casey Casteel• Cost: $225 (includes all supplies)

This camp encourages students to be creative with their art and focus on expression and exploration. Campers will paint, use clay, draw, and more with a focus on making unique and fun art. Students will learn to express their own views while learning techniques and studying the work of other artists as inspiration.

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Painting: The World of van Gogh• Session I: July 10–14 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Session II: July 31–August 4 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: K–3 • Instructor: Viruchy Delgado-Giambi• Cost: $350 per session

The works of Vincent van Gogh are some of the most recognized, beloved paintings in history. In this camp led by Viruchy Delgado-Giambi of The Art House, students will use van Gogh’s immortal example as inspiration to create their own masterpieces, while learning basic techniques of acrylic painting.

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Painting: The World of Monet• July 24–28 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 4–10• Instructor: Viruchy Delgado-Giambi• Cost: $350

In this camp, Viruchy Delgado-Giambi will introduce students to the painting techniques of Impressionist master Claude Monet. Essential concepts such as color recognition, paint application, and brushstroke technique will also be addressed. The week’s schedule will focus on students successfully completing their projects, from preparing the canvas to sketching to eventually putting the final touches on their paintings.

......................................................................................................................... Graphite and Charcoal Drawing• July 17–21 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 4–10• Instructor: Viruchy Delgado-Giambi• Cost: $350

Developing drawing skills helps students understand form and com-position and is essential to the advancement of artistic expression. In this camp, young artists will be guided through the use of basic techniques such as shading, line relationship, and contour draw-ing. They will also gain understanding of concepts necessary to the medium, such as light direction, proportion, depth, and perspective.

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Woodworking• Session I: June 5–9 • 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Grades: New students in Bridge–grade 2• Session II: June 5–9 • 12:30–2:00 p.m. Grades: Returning K–2 students and new students in grades 3–4• Session III: June 5–9 • 2:30–4:00 p.m. Grades: Advanced students in grades 2–5 (instructor permission required)• Instructor: Linda Engelland• Cost: $240 per session

Linda Engelland’s Woodworking for Young Children class is a favor-ite around Houston, and we are pleased to bring this session to St. Francis for summer 2017. Students practice motor skills and spatial reasoning through hands-on work with tools such as ham-mers, saws, planes, vises, hand drills, sandpaper, and screwdrivers. Campers will grow in confidence as they develop their own projects to bring home.



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Critical Thinking Boot Camp for Children• June 19–23 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary II–2 • Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli• Cost: $325

This academic enrichment program helps students advance their thinking and listening skills through hands-on play, natural curi-osity, and abstract questioning. Campers will build their abilities and confidence through games, custom puzzles, and fun activities. Exercises in pattern decoding, math reasoning, reading, literacy cognitive processing, spatial perception, memory, concentration, analogy-solving skills, and logical thinking will aid students as they progress into higher-level, multistep processing.

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Cosmic Quest• June 12–16 • 1:00–2:30 p.m.• Grades: K–3• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli• Cost: $225

Blast off into an amazing exploration of what makes space so spec-tacular. Campers will launch water rockets, learn how stars can make pictures, taste some real astronaut food, and more in this galactic adventure.

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Mini-Medic• June 12–16 • 2:30–4:00 p.m.• Grades: K–3• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli • Cost: $225

In this camp, students will put on real surgical gloves as they journey through the systems of the human body. Campers will gain firsthand experience with a real heart and brain, explore animal bones, and use chemistry to create their own gooey veins and arteries!

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Mighty Makers K’NEX Workshop: Up, Up, and Away!• June 26–30 • 1:00–2:30 p.m.• Grades: 3 and 4• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli • Cost: $225

Ready for an adventure that’s sky high? This camp will encourage students to let their imaginations take flight as they create butter-flies, build airplanes, and invent their very own flying contraptions!

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Critters Galore• July 10–14 • 9:00–10:30 a.m.• Grades: K–3• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli• Cost: $275

Are you completely in love with animals? Join us and some furry, feathery, and scaly friends at critter camp! During this week, we’ll dis-cover how animals differ, create habitats for them, learn how we can protect them, and enjoy a visit from the Houston Zoo’s ZooMobile!

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Science Stew• July 10–14 • 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Grades: K–3• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli• Cost: $225

Get your mixing bowls and oven mitts ready for some culinary cre-ations! Science will take center stage as you discover the connection between cooking and chemistry. Learn about your sense of taste and experience the five types of taste receptors firsthand through dishes that you create.

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K’NEXies• July 24–28 • 1:00–2:30 p.m. • Grades: Primary II and Bridge• Location: South Campus• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli• Cost: $225

The sky’s the limit in this fantastic building class. Using creative problem-solving and spatial reasoning skills, our youngest architects and engineers will imagine, design, and build a new creation to take home on the last day of camp!

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LEGO Tech Machines• July 31–August 4 • 1:00–2:30 p.m. • Grades: Primary II and Bridge• Location: South Campus• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli• Cost: $225

Campers will develop their fine-motor and problem-solving skills while simultaneously unleashing their creativity as they construct classic machines with LEGOs. In this building camp, emphasis is on solving problems and developing cooperative skills.



• VIDEO GAME CREATION CAMPS •Active Learning’s video game creation camps offer custom- designed curricula, providing campers with a chance to use creativity as they program video games using step-by-step instructions. Students will learn about the history of video game design, design concepts, styles, and more. There are no prerequisites. All video creation camps are half-day sessions, but can be combined with other design or chess camps to create a full-day camp. Camps are held on St. Francis’s Main Campus.

• Grades: 2–10 (see specific sessions for grade details)• Instructor: Active Learning• Cost: $315 for half-day session (morning or afternoon); $510 for full-day session; $485 for full-day video game creation / chess combo

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Modding, Networking, and Hosting With Minecraft• Session I: June 12–16 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session II: June 26–30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session III: July 10–14 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session IV: July 31–August 4 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 3–10

Minecraft is hugely popular because it’s collaborative, open-ended, and moddable. Our program preserves those qualities and adds a large dose of fun! The week begins with learning the game, the controls, the recipes, and a bit about hosting and networking. Next, campers connect to different worlds hosted on our secure server so they can experiment with character skins, mods, and custom maps. By the third day of camp, students are building in the Active Learning World. This world grows over time, and—whether players are adding a room, building a moat, or even creating a chessboard—the possibil-ities are nearly limitless!

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Video Game Creation–3D Concepts• June 12–16 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 4–10

This session is designed for those with prior GameMaker software experience. Campers will learn the principles of creating 3-D games while developing their own home base defense–style games. Lessons include perspective, style, infinity, and other art and design concepts. Students will be challenged to problem-solve as they learn how game designers make 2-D computer screens come to life with 3-D effects.

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Wizard Science• July 17–21 • 1:00–2:30 p.m. • Grades: K–3• Instructor: Kara Cooney-Galli• Cost: $225

Is it magic, or is it science? Campers don’t have to take a myste-rious train to find out in this wizard academy. They’ll investigate the science behind growing beasts, disappearing water, and much more—and then amaze family and friends with a magic show on the last day of class!

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Chess Camp with USA Chess• Session I: June 12–16 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session II: June 26–30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session III: July 10–14 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session IV: July 31–August 4 • 1:00-4:00 p.m. only• Grades: K–10• Instructor: USA Chess• Cost: $275 for half-day session (morning or afternoon); $445 for full-day session; $485 for full-day chess / video game creation combo

USA Chess is the largest and leading chess camp organization for children in the United States, with some of the finest chess instruc-tors in the country. Campers will experience chess instruction and play in a fun environment designed to improve their skills, whether for casual or competitive play. Tuition includes a chess set to take home, a trophy, and all snacks.



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Kudo Video Game Creation–Go-Kart Style• July 10–14 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 2–9

Campers in this session will create a game similar to the popular Mario Kart go-kart style games. First, a world is designed—moun-tains, lakes, valleys, hills, and anything else that can be dreamed up! Next, characters are placed into this world and programmed to move and interact with one another, and scripts are written to create conversation between characters. Characters can pick up objects, engage opponents, and defeat villains. Campers are challenged to build a world full of racing-based tasks—collecting objects, navi-gating an obstacle course, beating the clock. It’s up to them!

• SPORTS CAMPS •All sports camps are held on St. Francis’s Main Campus, unless other-wise noted in the course description.

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Flag Football • Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 12–16 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Grades: 2–5• Instructor: Steve Johnson• Cost: $150

This camp provides students with an introduction to America’s favorite game! Students will learn the fun and fundamentals of this non-tackle sport, with lessons on rules, skill drills, and fun matches between in-camp teams.

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Ade Youth Soccer Camp• Session I: June 5–9 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: K–8• Session II: June 12–16 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: Primary II–4• Instructor: Ade Adeniran• Cost: $180

Ade Adeniran, a former professional soccer player and member of Nigeria’s ’84 Olympic team, brings his crew of coaches to St. Francis for the seventh year of our developmental soccer camps. Students are broken into age-appropriate groups to work on basic skills, strategies, ball handling, and game play. Each day will include an indoor break for snacks along with a video or chat regarding game play. Students will both work individually and scrimmage on a team during the session.

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Video Game Creation–Platform Style• Session I: June 26–30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session II: July 31–August 4 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 3–10

Campers will build a game described as a platform, similar to Sonic the Hedgehog or Mario Bros. Characters will do the impossible, overcome obstacles, and conquer the Big Boss. The character’s jour-ney progresses along a path with a background, adversaries, prizes, and obstacles programmed into the game along the way. Basic les-sons are similar to those taught in the Arcade Style camp the first day, then diverge with different techniques.

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Kudo Video Game Creation–Adventure Style With Xbox Controller• Session I: June 26–30 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Session II: July 31–August 4 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 2–10

Campers will have the option of learning how to program using a Microsoft Xbox controller! Students will create their own custom world and learn how to navigate through it. Within this world, they will create tasks for characters which might include escaping a maze, surviving an attack, outwitting rivals, creating decoys, or collecting bonus items. Xbox controller is optional and must be sup-plied by the student..........................................................................................................................

Video Game Creation–Arcade Style• July 10–14 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / 1:00–4:00 p.m. / 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 3–10

Campers will build an arcade-style game, much like Centipede, Asteroids, or Pac-Man. In arcade-style games, the levels get pro-gressively harder but are all played on the same screen. Students create a main character, which can be anything. Other characters act as the enemies and pursue the main character. Characters dodge, pick up, and destroy objects. There’s no limit to the levels that can be created!



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7-on-7 Football• Session I: June 5–9 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 12–16 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Grades: 5–8• Instructor: Steve Johnson• Cost: $150 per session

7-on-7 football is a low-impact, fast-paced version of the game. This is an excellent opportunity for players to work on their technique, improve understanding of St. Francis’s offensive and defensive schemes, and have fun. Practices and tournaments will be run by Middle School football coach Steve Johnson. Teams will be led by alumni from our Wolves Varsity football team and other area alum high school players.

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Basketball• Session I: June 5–8 (M–Th only) • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Grades: K–5• Instructor: Just Play Sports• Cost: $155 for Session I; $195 for Session II

Come explore the fun of basketball while learning the basics of passing, shooting, dribbling, defending, and teamwork! Through creative planning, our coaches take an exciting sport and make it more enjoyable and accessible. Lessons will be geared toward each age group, giving campers the chance to successfully develop good ball-handling technique while engaging in playful competition with friends. Older campers will be offered leadership opportunities while still progressing in their own game skills. Younger students will develop team rapport and work on basic proficiencies.

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Multi-Sport Camp• Session I: June 12–16 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Grades: K–5• Instructor: Just Play Sports• Cost: $195 per session

Students in this session will learn the basics of a variety of sports, including basketball, volleyball, soccer, and more, all while acquir-ing the vital skills and discipline they need to become stronger, healthier athletes. The fundamentals of each sport will be covered, with a special emphasis on teamwork. Groups will be determined by age and experience level.

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Lineman Camp • June 12–16 • 9:00–10:30 a.m. • Grades: 6–8• Instructor: Danny Lewis• Cost: $150

What wins football games? A good offensive and defensive line! By focusing on lineman work including hand placement, foot posi-tioning, and conditioning, this camp will help athletes get better at making their teams great. Talented and knowledgeable coaches will help campers learn, improve, and gain those aggressive hands that help push down the field!

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Wolves Wrestling• June 5–9 • 1:00–3:00 p.m.• Grades: 3–8• Instructor: Steve Johnson• Cost: $150

This camp is for both new and experienced wrestlers. Athletes will focus on fundamentals of wrestling, technique, conditioning, and fun. New wrestling moves will be introduced and basics reinforced. There will be live competition and active, wrestling-based games. This camp is a great way to sharpen skills and stay in shape!

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Tae Kwon Do Fun Camp• July 10–14 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: K–5• Instructors: Master Bruce Alamdari and Olympia Tae Kwon Do• Cost: $180

During this exciting week, campers will participate in a variety of activities that center on Tae Kwon Do. Each day, one half of camp time will be devoted to Tae Kwon Do lessons, with the remaining time spent on games, developing speed and strength, and various other activities and exercises. Students will make T-shirts and, on the last day of camp, will watch a clip of an age-appropriate Tae Kwon Do–themed movie while enjoying a special snack. Uniforms are not required for this session. Open to those new to Tae Kwon Do as well as to veteran martial artists.



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Dodgeball Challenge • June 19–23 • 1:00–4:00 p.m. • Grades: 1–6• Instructors: Master Bruce Alamdari and Olympia Tae Kwon Do• Cost: $180

Playing dodgeball fosters agility, quick thinking, and explosive move-ment—all skills that benefit students in the practice of Tae Kwon Do. Using plyometric warm-up exercises, fun drills, full-body movements, ball-handling skills, and thoughtful strategy, campers will follow Master Bruce through a variety of dodgeball challenges. Along the way, they’ll develop teamwork skills as they plan, agree upon rules, choose teams, and compete in “King of the Gym” tournaments.

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Howlers Spirit / Cheer Camp• June 12–16 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: K–5• Instructors: Christie Crummel and the Howlers • Cost: $200

Join the Howlers for a week of cheers, jumps, dance routines, and fun. The St. Francis Howlers cheerleaders will lead campers through this energy-packed camp that emphasizes the basics of cheer while promoting teamwork and leadership. We will work on St. Francis cheers and fight song motions, simple “spirit dance” routines, and foundational skills. Campers will also enjoy fun team-building games and spirit-related activities with the Howlers. The week will culminate in a performance for family and friends!

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Wolf Ninja Warriors• Session I: June 12–16 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Session II: July 17–21 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: 3–6• Instructor: Danny Lewis • Cost: $275 (includes field trip fees)

Children have been fascinated with the televised airing of American Ninja Warrior and the endeavors of the athletes competing. This style of movement takes conditioning, agility, balance, and a strong sense of confidence. In this fun camp—which is back by popular demand—students will work on gaining skills in balance, movement, coordination, cooperation, and strength through a week of fun challenges and exercises. Students will take field trips to nearby parks and rock-climbing facilities to challenge their bodies and practice problem-solving.

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Sport-stravaganza! • July 10–14 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: K–4• Instructor: Danny Lewis• Cost: $200

Campers in this fast-paced session will move through a variety of sports, games, physical challenges, and obstacles. Working in teams formed according to age and ability, students will practice following rule sets, strategizing, persevering, and encouraging teammates. Activities may include kickball, dodgeball, softball, obstacle races, flag football, soccer, volleyball, table tennis, and others, as well as conditioning and daily challenges. Don’t miss out on the fun!

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Gymnastics for Primary School• June 12–16 • 1:00–3:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary I–K • Location: South Campus• Instructors: Robbie Hirst and the Tumbling Company of Houston • Cost: $200

This camp is a fun, active experience filled with tumbling, gymnastics games, and activities targeting cooperation, gross motor development, and listening skills. A mid-afternoon snack will be provided.

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Gymnastics for Lower School• July 31–August 4 • 1:00–4:00 p.m.• Grades: K–4• Instructors: Robbie Hirst and the Tumbling Company of Houston • Cost: $250

This camp includes a variety of tumbling activities—including vaulting, beam, and bar basics—plus back-handspring progressions, games, and activities. A snack will be provided.

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Indoor Soccer for Primary School• July 24–28 • 1:00–3:00 p.m.• Grades: Primary II, Bridge, and Kindergarten (Primary I students who are four years old by September 1 may also join this group.)• Location: South Campus• Instructors: Robbie Hirst and the Tumbling Company of Houston • Cost: $200

Using games, drills, and stations, this camp will cover the basics of dribbling and shooting, plus ball familiarity, team concepts, and how to follow a set of rules. Students will be grouped by age and size, and emphasis will be on motor development and having fun.



DAN L. DUNCAN CHILDREN’S NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CLINIC

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The Dan L. Duncan Children’s Neurodevelopmental Clinic at the Children’s Learning Institute, a part of the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, is pleased to offer academic summer camps in reading and math. Camps are staffed by tutors trained in evidence-based reading methods and are supervised by University of Texas staff. The advisory panel for the clinic includes Dr. Linda Ewing-Cobbs, director; Dr. Mike Assel; Dr. Marcia Barnes; Dr. Carolyn Denton; and Dr. Daniel Williamson. All reading and math camps are held on St. Francis’s Main Campus.

• Instructors: Dan L. Duncan Clinic tutors • Cost: $250 per session (All reading camps are registered for individually.)

• KINDERGARTEN READING AND MATH CAMPS • .........................................................................................................................

Wacky Word Play (Phonemic Awareness I) and Linking Letters to Sounds (Phonics I)• Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Before students learn to identify and manipulate sounds within words, they must be able to produce oral language. In addition, stu-dents must possess the ability to produce words that end with the same sounds. This camp is designed for the student who would like to be primed for reading instruction or who is looking to build oral language and rhyming skills. It is also designed to ready the reader for the next step in reading comprehension: blending. Improvement in these skills, along with recognizing and naming the letters of the alphabet and understanding the sound/symbol relationship of each, will be main goals of the camp.

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Wacky Word Play (Phonemic Awareness II) and Sound Blending (Phonics II)• Session I: June 12–16 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Being able to produce words that start with the same sound and identify words in a sentence are vital to the reading process. This camp is designed for the student who can identify, manipulate, and rhyme sounds, but who requires extra preparation for the next level of reading readiness.

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Read Alouds and Retells (Listening Comprehension I) • Session I: June 5–9 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. • Session II: June 19–23 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

During this camp, students will listen and respond to stories about well-known characters, themes, plots, and settings. They will be asked to listen to the stories with the eventual goal of retelling them. In addition, they will work on ordering and summarizing information from a story to make inferences and develop an understanding of its deeper meaning. This camp is designed to help pre-readers develop comprehension skills that are parallel to decoding and encoding skills.

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Read Alouds and Retells (Listening Comprehension II) • Session I: June 12–16 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. • Session II: June 26–30 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

During this camp, students will continue to build skills in listening and responding to stories about well-known characters, themes, plots, and settings. They will be asked to listen to the stories with the eventual goal of retelling them. In addition, they will work on order-ing and summarizing information from a story to make inferences and develop an understanding of its deeper meaning. This camp is designed to continue to help pre-readers develop comprehension skills that are parallel to decoding and encoding skills.

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Number Discovery and Problem Solvers, Part I• Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 12–16 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session III: June 19–23 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session IV: June 26–30 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

This camp is designed for students who want to prepare for kindergarten. Students will focus on developing core numeracy concepts, including place value, addition and subtraction, and early algebraic reasoning. They will also enhance their geometry and measurement skills as they reason with shapes and interpret data. Improvement in these skills, conceptual understanding, and confidence-building are the main goals of this camp.



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Number Discovery and Problem Solvers, Part II• Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 12–16 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session III: June 19–23 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session IV: June 26–30 • 8:30–10:30 a.m. / 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Students preparing for first grade will build on core numeracy concepts by solving arithmetic problems with unknown integers, working with three-digit numbers, and solving one-step and two-step story problems. By working with money, telling time, and representing data within graphs, students will develop deep con-ceptual understanding of mathematical concepts. Along with these skills, confidence-building and excitement about math are main goals of this camp.

• SECOND-GRADE READING AND MATH CAMPS •.........................................................................................................................

Funky Phoneme Fun (Phonemic Awareness I) and Silly Syllables (Word Work I)• Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

This camp is designed to enable students to both blend individual sounds into words and delete sounds from words and combine the remaining sounds together. These two skills, known respectively as sound lending and eliding, enhance the student’s ability to decode words that are not familiar, thereby giving them deeper word knowledge. These exercises will promote dexterity in reading polysyllabic words.

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Funky Phoneme Fun (Phonemic Awareness II) and Daring Doubling Consonants and Endings (Word Work II)• Session I: June 12–16 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

This camp builds on a student’s basic ability to blend and delete sounds in words. Students will also master the consonant-doubling spelling rule and inflectional suffixes.

• FIRST-GRADE READING AND MATH CAMPS •.........................................................................................................................

Word Wonder (Phonemic Awareness I) and Diving Into Letter Substitution and Vowel Sounds (Phonics I)• Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

This camp is designed for students who have mastered oral lan-guage, rhyming, alliteration, and sentence segmentation. The ability to separate and delete syllables in words and then pronounce the remaining syllables will prepare students for more advanced pho-nemic awareness. Students will practice replacing consonants at the beginning and end of words as well as replacing middle vowels and initial and final blends. In order to become confident spellers, they will learn the letters used to represent different vowel sounds in different words.

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Funky Phoneme Fun (Phonemic Awareness II) and Dipping into Diphthongs and Spelling (Phonics II)• Session I: June 12–16 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

This camp helps develop the student’s ability to compare the differences between beginning, middle, and ending sounds in words. In addition, students will learn the sounds and spellings of different diphthongs, the pronunciation of vowels followed by an “r,” and consonant diagraphs. The student will become ready for multisyllable spelling.

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Rolling Reader Strategies (Reading Comprehension I)• Session I: June 5–9 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Students will develop a variety of approaches to help them under-stand and connect with what they read. This camp will prepare the student to progress to Sampling Story Elements.

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Sampling Story Elements (Reading Comprehension II)• Session I: June 12–16 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Students will focus on the primary story elements of main idea, theme, character, setting, and plot. This camp is designed to help the student use story elements to read with a significant depth of understanding and analysis.



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Rolling Reader Strategies (Reading Comprehension I)• Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Using leveled readers, students will develop a variety of approaches for understanding and connecting with their read-ing material. This camp will prepare the student to progress to Sampling Story Elements.

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Sampling Story Elements (Reading Comprehension II)• Session I: June 12–16 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Students will focus on the primary story elements of main idea, theme, character, setting, and plot. This camp is designed to help the student use story elements to read with a significant depth of understanding and analysis.

• THIRD- AND FOURTH-GRADE READING AND MATH CAMPS •

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Rolling Reader Strategies (Reading Comprehension I)• Session I: June 5–9 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

This camp will help students develop a variety of approaches for understanding and connecting with their reading material. Students will practice retaining what they have read, as well as connecting prior knowledge and experience to their reading. This camp will pre-pare the student to progress to Sampling Story Elements.

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Sampling Story Elements (Reading Comprehension II)• Session I: June 12–16 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Students will focus on the primary story elements of main idea, theme, character, setting, and plot. This camp is designed to help students use story elements to read with a significant depth of understanding and analysis.

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Fantastic Foundation Writing Skills (Writing I)• Session I: June 5–9 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 19–23 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

This camp will help students develop writing skills by first teaching them the basics of creating complex sentences and then leading them to write paragraphs and whole stories.

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Beaming Basics Writing Skills (Writing II)• Session I: June 12–16 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Session II: June 26–30 • 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Students will learn to follow an effective routine as they write. The routine will consist of prewriting, sharing work, revising, and editing/publishing.

Summer Reading Intensives• June 5–29 (M–Th only) • 9:00–11:00 a.m. or 12:00–2:00 p.m.• Grades: Bridge–6• Cost: $2,250 (for four weeks)

The same one-on-one reading program that is offered after school through the St. Francis Reading Program is available during the month of June. This allows students to complete more than a semester’s worth of curriculum. All intervention programs are evidence-based and have been identified as effective approaches to reading instruction. Based on assessment results and needs, a tailored instructional plan will be implemented in the areas of phonemic awareness, phonics, word attack skills, spelling, listening and reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency. For more information or to schedule assessments, contact the Explore and Extend Office at 713.458.6467.



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Jump Into First Grade• Session I: Creature Feature • July 24–28 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Session II: Under the Sea • July 31–August 4 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $275 per session

These sessions are for new or returning first-grade students who need to solidify skills before beginning the academic year or who need time to return to a school routine. Students will develop suc-cessful listening and writing skills; practice reading strategies; and work on group learning dynamics, math concepts, and cooperation within large and small groups. Through weekly themes, students will engage in art, Spanish, centers, and individual explorations. A snack will be provided.

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Jump Into Second Grade• Session I: Earth Exploration • July 24–28 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Session II: Beyond Our Walls • July 31–August 4 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $275 per session

New or returning second graders can attend one or both of these weeks to help them prepare for a successful start to the 2017–18 school year. Using a weekly theme as a starting point, students will work on mental math, problem-solving, writing mechanics, reading fluency and comprehension, group learning dynamics, and listening skills. Additional daily activities will include art, Spanish, centers, and individual explorations. A snack will be provided.

ACADEMIC JUMPSTART AND ENRICHMENTJump Into Primary School camps meet on the South Campus. All other Academic JumpStart camps meet on St. Francis’s Main Campus.

• JUMP INTO PRIMARY SCHOOL •.........................................................................................................................

• Session I: Jump Into Primary I • July 17–21 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Session II: Jump Into Primary II and Bridge • July 24–28 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Session III: Jump Into Primary I, Primary II, and Bridge • July 31–August 4 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Register by grade level, as sections have a maximum class size by grade.)• Grades: Rising Primary I, Primary II, and Bridge students• Instructors: St. Francis Primary School faculty• Cost: $275 per session

It’s time to Jump Into Primary School for the 2017–18 school year! This program is perfect for new students, returning students moving into a new grade, or those who need to reacquaint themselves with school routines after a busy summer. Children will spend time getting to know some of the Primary School faculty, orienting themselves to classroom environments and buildings they will use in the fall, and working on basics such as fine motor, listening, and social skills. Students will engage in story time, class discussions, Spanish, small- and large-group cooperation, games, art, cooking, outdoor recreation, and centers play. All groups will be led by St. Francis Primary School faculty. A snack will be provided.

• JUMP INTO LOWER SCHOOL •.........................................................................................................................

Jump Into Kindergarten• Session I: All About Me • July 24–28 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Session II: Interesting Insects • July 31–August 4 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $275 per session

During these weeks, children entering St. Francis’s kindergarten program will get to know some of the faces and places they will see during the school year. They will practice listening, fine motor skills, math, writing, and group cooperation to prepare them for the com-ing year. Using a weekly theme as a focus, students will engage in group learning activities, individual explorations, art, and Spanish. Learning will occur in both large- and small-group settings. A snack will be provided.



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Jump Into Third Grade• Session I: Language Arts Focus • July 24–28 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $275 per session

During the first week of Jump Into Third Grade, students will focus on writing mechanics, reading comprehension strategies, and expres-sion of ideas in both verbal and written form. They will also practice clearly communicating stories and questions. Other activities will include cooking, art projects, and exercises at the SMART Board. A snack will be provided.

• Session II: Math and Science Focus • July 31–August 4 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $275 per session

During the second week of Jump Into Third Grade, students will work on cementing skills in operations, number stories, math facts, arrays, and groups. They will tackle the scientific method, strategies for problem-solving, and documenting observations. Other activities may include group missions, games to enhance strategic thinking, and special projects. A snack will be provided.

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Jump Into Fourth Grade• Session I: Language Arts Focus • July 24–28 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $275 per session

During the first week of Jump Into Fourth Grade, students will focus on strengthening their writing mechanics, reading comprehension, and expression of ideas in both written and verbal form. Students will develop vocabulary, spelling strategies, and reading responses, as well as practice communication through story structure. Other activities may include storytelling, creative writing, and special literature-inspired activities such as cooking or art. A snack will be provided.

• Session II: Math and Science Focus • July 31–August 4 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $275 per session

During the second week of Jump Into Fourth Grade, students will work to solidify skills in operations, math facts, problem-solving, measurement, the scientific method, and documenting observations. Activities will include hands-on experiments, games to enhance problem-solving strategies, using measurements to cook, and special projects. A snack will be provided.

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Building Bridges• Session I: July 17–21 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: K–2 / 3–5• Session II: July 31–August 4 • 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: 3–5• Instructors: St. Francis Lower School faculty • Cost: $175 per session

St. Francis Lower School students have embraced the Bridges in Mathematics program and its practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving. However, for those newer to the curriculum or new to St. Francis, the new methods, vocabulary, and algorithms can be a little daunting. Join us for a week of introduction to Bridges and all the games and fun activities that have our students making meaningful connections in math.

• JUMP INTO MIDDLE SCHOOL •.........................................................................................................................

Keyboarding• Session I: July 24–28 • 10:35 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Session II: July 31–August 4 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Grades: 5–8• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175 per session

This course is designed to teach and sharpen basic skills in keyboard-ing and word processing applications, with emphasis on the skills necessary for the Middle School curriculum. Students will develop basic strategies for touch typing and improvement of speed and accuracy. Students will also review document creation and editing, as well as the specific tools used in word processing.

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Jump Into Spanish• Session I: July 24–28 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Session II: July 31–August 4 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Grades: 5–8• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175 per session

Whether students are new to Spanish or building on previous learn-ing, this course will help them gain practice in written and oral use of the language through hands-on activities, pencil-and-paper exer-cises, role play, cooking projects, and mucho conversation.



• JUMP INTO MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH •Math sessions for JumpStart have been divided by skill level and approximate grade level for concept introduction and mastery. Any questions regarding student placement should be directed to the stu-dent’s grade-level math teacher.

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Just the Facts• July 24–28 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Grade: 5• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175

This course is aimed at helping rising fifth graders who need to solid-ify their knowledge of basic math facts and operations. Fundamental number sense will be emphasized as students aim to improve their speed and accuracy in working with math facts and applying them to word problems and problem-solving strategies.

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Fractions, Decimals, and Division• July 31–August 4 • 10:35 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: 5 and 6• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175

Before students begin algebraic processes, they need to truly under-stand and be comfortable working with fractions and decimals—and comprehend what they represent. Students will also work with divi-sion, as fractions also suggest the operation of division. Mastery of these skills is key before entering pre-algebra.

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Number Sense• July 17–21 • 9:00–11:00 a.m. • Grades: 5–7• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175

Before students can effectively manipulate numbers and solve equa-tions, they need to have a basic understanding of how numbers work and how functions really affect them. In this class, students will gain a deeper understanding of doubling, halving, estimating, and grouping. They will also learn to determine whether, after solving a problem, their answer makes sense. Applying number sense to future mathematical learning will be the key to deeper understanding.

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All About Integers• Session I: July 24–28 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Session II: July 31–August 4 • 10:35 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Grades: 6 and 7• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175 per session

This course helps students understand integers versus non-integers, and how integers can and cannot be used. This knowledge is key to helping students grasp pre-algebraic concepts and understand how to solve simple equations.

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Combining Like Terms and Integer Operations• Session I: July 24–28 • 10:35 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Session II: July 31–August 4 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Grades: 7 and 8• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175 per session

Students in this session will practice combining like terms, in the process becoming more comfortable with variables and exponents and how simple expressions can be simplified and combined. Understanding that 2x is not the same as x2 lays the foundation for recognizing expressions and how operations can be applied to them. Through individual and group activities, students will gain a stronger understanding of these underlying concepts—and a leg up in alge-bra classes.



• JUMP INTO MIDDLE SCHOOL WRITING •.........................................................................................................................

Writing for Grades 5 and 6• Session I: July 24–28 • 10:35 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Session II: July 31–August 4 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175 per session

Students entering grades 5 and 6 will review processes from the Lower School curriculum for brainstorming, outlining, writing, editing, and producing final drafts. Focus is on writing essays. Grammar and punctuation will be reviewed as needed. Note: Enrichment writing for grades 5–7 is offered in our Creative Writing camp in July. See course description below.

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Writing for Grades 7 and 8• Session I: July 24–28 • 9:00–10:25 a.m. • Session II: July 31–August 4 • 10:35 a.m.–12:00 p.m. • Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175 per session

Students entering seventh and eighth grades will review the format for five-paragraph essays and focus on writing for information and to support a main idea. Emphasis will be placed on use and placement of the thesis statement, using citations, and documenting sources correctly. Grammar and punctuation will be reviewed as needed.

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Creative Writing• July 17–21 • 9:00–11:00 a.m. • Grades: 5–7• Instructors: St. Francis Middle School faculty • Cost: $175

This course is designed for students who are comfortable with basic writing mechanics and want to move to the next level in written communication. Creative writing covers personal narratives, short stories, fiction, and poetry. Students can apply these skills to school projects, personal writing, blogs, and even scriptwriting. During this fun course, students will work from prompts in a relaxed atmo-sphere, brainstorming ideas and reading from examples of good literary writing. The only materials needed are strong imaginations and active voices.



JUNE 5–9 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

7-on-7 Football 10:30---12:30Ade Youth Soccer Camp 9:00---12:00Ahoy There, Matey! 1:00---4:00Basketball 9:00---12:00 (M---Th only)A Fairy Fantasy Ballet 1:00---4:00 Flag Football 8:30---10:30Fun With Fairy Tales 9:00---12:00Inventor’s Lab 9:00---12:00Multimedia Art and Jewelry Making 9:00---12:00 / 9:00---3:00Once Upon a Time 9:00---12:00 / 9:00---3:00Reading and Math Camps 8:30---10:30 / 10:30---12:30Reading Intensives (M–Th only) 9:00---11:00 / 12:00---2:00 BrWolves Wrestling 1:00---3:00Woodworking (Advanced–with instructor approval) 2:30---4:00Woodworking (I) 10:30---12:00 BrWoodworking (II) 12:30---2:00JUNE 12–16 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

7-on-7 Football 10:30---12:30Ade Youth Soccer Camp 9:00---12:00Chess Camp With USA Chess 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Cosmic Quest 1:00---2:30Decades and Dolls 9:00---12:00Flag Football 8:30---10:30Gymnastics for Primary School 1:00---3:00Howler’s Spirit / Cheer Camp 1:00---4:00Lineman Camp 9:00---10:30Mini-Medic 2:30---4:00Modding With Minecraft 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Multi-Sport Camp 9:00---12:00Reading and Math Camps 8:30---10:30 / 10:30---12:30Reading Intensives (M–Th only) 9:00---11:00 / 12:00---2:00 BrUnder the Big Top 9:00---12:00 / 9:00---3:00Video Game Creation–3-D 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Wolf Ninja Warriors 1:00---4:00

JUNE 19–23 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

Basketball 9:00---12:00Critical Thinking Boot Camp for Children 1:00---4:00Dodgeball Challenge 1:00---4:00Express Yourself! Art Camp for Elementary Ages 9:00---12:00Holiday Parties Around the World 9:00---12:00 / 9:00---3:00Math in Motion (I) 9:00---12:00Math in Motion (II) 1:00---4:00Reading and Math Camps 8:30---10:30 / 10:30---12:30Reading Intensives (M–Th only) 9:00---11:00 / 12:00---2:00 BrSuperhero Academy 9:00---12:00Variety Dance Camp 1:00---4:00


SUMMER ON THE POINT 2017 CAMPS AT A GLANCE

WEEK BY WEEK CAMPS AT A GLANCE 2016 SUMMER ON THE POINTJUNE 26–30 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

All About the Arts–Primary School 9:00---12:00Chess Camp With USA Chess 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Kitchen Chemistry 9:00---12:00 / 9:00---3:00Kudo Video Game Creation–Adventure 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Mighty Makers K’NEX Workshop: Up, Up, and Away! 1:00---2:30Mis Amigos 9:00---12:00 / 9:00---3:00Modding With Minecraft 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Multi-Sport Camp 9:00---12:00Reading and Math Camps 8:30---10:30 / 10:30---12:30Reading Intensives (M---Th only) 9:00---11:00 / 12:00---2:00 BrVideo Game Creation–Platform 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00JULY 10–14 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

Chess Camp With USA Chess 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Critters Galore 9:00---10:30Kudo Video Game Creation–Go-Kart 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Modding With Minecraft 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00Painting: The World of van Gogh 1:00---4:00Science Stew 10:30---12:00Sport-stravaganza! 9:00---12:00Tae Kwon Do Fun Camp 1:00---4:00Variety Dance Camp 1:00---4:00Video Game Creation–Arcade 9:00---12:00 / 1:00---4:00 / 9:00---4:00JULY 17–21 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

Building Bridges 9:00---12:00Graphite and Charcoal Drawing 1:00---4:00Jump Into Middle School Math: Number Sense 9:00---11:00Jump Into Middle School Writing: Creative Writing 9:00---11:00Jump Into Primary I 9:00---12:00Wizard Science 1:00---2:30Wolf Ninja Warrior 1:00---4:00JULY 24–28 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

Indoor Soccer for Primary School 1:00---3:00Jump Into Lower School 9:00---12:00Jump Into Middle School 9:00---10:25 / 10:35---12:00Jump Into Primary II and Bridge 9:00---12:00K’NEXies 1:00---2:30Painting: The World of Monet 1:00---4:00JULY 31–AUGUST 4 PI PII / Br K 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th HS

Building Bridges 9:00---12:00Chess Camp With USA Chess 1:00---4:00Gymnastics for Lower School 1:00---4:00Jump Into Lower School 9:00---12:00Jump Into Middle School 9:00---10:25 / 10:35---12:00Jump Into Primary I, Primary II, and Bridge 9:00---12:00Kudo Video Game Creation–Adventure 1:00---4:00LEGO Tech Machines 1:00---2:30Modding With Minecraft 1:00---4:00Painting: The World of van Gogh 1:00---4:00Video Game Creation–Platform 1:00---4:00

CONTACT INFORMATION

Margaret NewsomDirector of Explore and ExtendPhone: 713.458.6467 Fax: 713.782.4720E-mail: [email protected]

Emily BoyleAssistant Director of Explore and ExtendPhone: 713.458.6475 Fax: 713.782.4720E-mail: [email protected]

St. Francis Episcopal SchoolExplore and Extend Office335 Piney Point RoadHouston, TX 77024Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.


SUMMER ON THE POINT 2017

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SUMMER CAMPS FOR FUN AND ENRICHMENT · For 23 years, children have been investigating, discovering, and delighting in St. Francis Episcopal School’s Summer on the Point camps. This