CHOOSING ACTIVITIES
Below you will find both a Schedule and Activity Descriptions.Study both carefully BEFORE you fill out the Camp VIP application.

Most applicants find it easiest to first determine the week (or weeks) when the applicant wishes to attend Camp VIP, then the age-appropriate activity block, then review the activity descriptions for that block. It is often helpful to make a note of the activity (or activities) chosen, so that one can conveniently make the choices when filling out the Camp VIP application.

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PROGRAM UPDATES available BELOW or email Camp VIP Information:

***Newly added class, a huge hit in past summers: Broadway at the Beach - a week of musical theatre for students entering grades 5-9. No prior experience required. Please contact Nancy at 376-6115 if you are interested in the week of July 20-24 AM or July 27-31 AM.

CLOSED:
• Week #1 KINDERKAMP now CLOSED.
• Weeks #1, 2, 3, All ages, AM & PM, ALL MILITARY HISTORY now CLOSED.
• Week #1, KINDER CREATIVITY with ERIC CARLE now CLOSED, but newly
   added class in Week #4 (see "Additions" below).
• Week #1, CERAMICS now CLOSED.
• Week #2 PM & Week #4 AM, GETTING READY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL.
• Week #3 AM, LEGO STAR WARS now CLOSED.

CANCELLED:
• Week #1 GAMES, GAMES, GAMES.
• Week #1 PERFORMING A PLAY.
• Week #1, MULTIMEDIA MADNESS.
• Week #1, KITCHEN CHEMISTRY, BRIDGE COMPETITION.
• Week #2 AM, MUSIC MAKERS/SPIN, FLOAT, FLY/CAMP PICASSO.
• Week #2 AM, OOEY GOOEY SCIENCE/WHERE IN THE WORLD.
• Week #2 AM SCIENCE YOU CAN EAT.
• Week #2 AM, MARINE MANIA.
• Week #2 AM, MIXED UP MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS.
• Week #2 PM, SURF AND SKATEBOARD ART.
• Week #2 PM, SCRAPBOOKING.
• Week #2 PM, SCIENCE YOU CAN EAT.
• Week #2 PM, LOGIC MASTERS.
• Week #3 AM, KNITTING AND FELTING
• week #3 AM, GAME ON - SERVICE LEARNING.
• week #3 AM, YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS.
• week #3 PM, ON YOUR WAY TO FIRST GRADE.
• week #3 PM, CREATIVE CARD MAKING.
• week #3 PM, LOGIC MASTERS.
• week #3 PM, MIXED UP SPORTS.
• week #3 PM, NOW WE'RE COOKING.
• Week #4 AM, OPEN THE GATE TO LEARNING.
• Week #4 AM, READERS THEATER.
• Week #4 AM, SEUSS, SILVERSTEIN AND SERVICE LEARNING TOO.
• Week #4 AM, 3-D ANIMATION.
• Week #4 AM, SCIENCE YOU CAN EAT.

CHANGES AND ADDITIONS:
• OPEN THE GATE TO LEARNING (WEEK #4) now open for GRADE 6.
• ROCKCAMP CANCELLED.
• YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS CANCELLED.
• Please check out the class description for ODYSSEY OF THE MIND previousy omitted.
• Additional week of KINDERKAMP (WEEK #2, AM AND PM) added.
• SIXTH GRADE SUMMER BOOKCLUB taught by MBMS Humanities, Erin Bosworth added
    to WEEK #2 (July 13 - 16, Mon. - Thur., 9:00 - 12:55)
• KINDER CREATIVITY with ERIC CARLE (K) NEWLY ADDED to WEEK 4.

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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY)

ACTORS BIG AND SMALL 3 hours Calling all actors first through second grade. Use your creativity to put on a play. We will learn to walk, talk, and sing like actors. Use your imagination to develop characters, build sets, and design costumes. The class will end with a performance of a literature-based play. All you need is a little imagination and expression. Anne Vanderpool, Pennekamp

ADVENTURES AROUND THE WORLD 3 hours Enjoy a five country cultural adventure, creating a daily travel journal. Paint like Monet, play soccer like an Argentinean, cook Italian food, and build German castles. Taught in English with a sample of other languages. Savoir Faire Language Institute

ANIMATION IN 3D 3 hours This class will offer instruction in 3D characters and buildings as well as how to animate them. Learn how to add fun lighting, different cameras – just like in the movies – and “walk through” the 3D scenes you create. This class will meet at Mira Costa High School each day. Mitch Williams, Mira Costa

ART - CAMP PICASSO 1 hour Learn Build like Frank Lloyd Wright. Paint like Van Gogh. Join us for this fantastic summer camp featuring master artists, projects, and lessons. Art To Grow On, Children’s Art Center, Inc.

ARTIST STUDIO 1 hour Learn to create colorful and creative art by using a wide variety of materials – colored pencils, markers, charcoal, watercolors, pastels, tempera, paints and clay. “Mr. Hugo” Hazaert, Manhattan Beach Artist in Residence

BASKETBALL 1 hour Learn and practice the fundamentals of basketball, with the emphasis on “fun.” Classes will be organized into small groups for drills, games and competitions. Dimitri Upshaw, Community, Instructor, referee for MB Leagues

BRIDGES: BUILDING AND BREAKING 1 hour Using either toothpicks or popsicle sticks we will construct bridges, and then test to see which design can support the most weight. Brian Adams, Pacific

BRIDGE BUILDING COMPETITION 1.5 hours Come test your bridge building skills! After creating a bridge building company and logo, students will design and construct a bridge out of toothpicks. Each company will be given specific dimensions and a budget of $2,000,000 for the building supplies. The completed bridges will be tested for their ability to hold as much weight as possible, their design, and how well the company stayed within the budget. This activity is a wonderful integration of math, science, art, drafting, problem solving and engineering, and is offered in combination with Crazy Kitchen. Chemistry & Writing. Carrie Ellis, PVPUSD

NEW BROADWAY AT THE BEACH 3 hours Do you like to sing, act, and dance? Then this is the workshop for you! “Broadway at the Beach” is a theatrical workshop that introduces the student to the fundamentals of musical theater through rehearsal and performance of some of your favorite Broadway show tunes. Past summers have included numbers from Seussical, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Annie, Newsies, and more! A showcase performance will be held at the end of the week. A terrific time was had by all last summer. Don’t miss out! Nicole Thompson

CAMP CARTOON 1 hour Awaken and cultivate those creative instincts. Diverse drawing lessons with a focus on cartooning, and illustrative storytelling builds enthusiasm and opens the imagination. You will be offered a roadmap to cutting edge cartoon concepts to give your characters personality and emotion. Christopher Hertrich, “Mr. C” professional illustrator and enrichment and Camp VIP instructor

CARTOONS, COMICS, AND BEYOND 3 hours Awaken and cultivate those artistic instincts from funny animals, superheroes, fantasy, to outer space and under the deep blue sea explorations. You will be exposed to advanced artistic techniques to get you on the way to be a great cartoonist. Diverse drawing lessons with a focus on illustrative storytelling, Step by step character development, culminating with a creative color comic strip originating from your imagination. Christopher Hertrich, “Mr. C” professional illustrator and enrichment and Camp VIP instructor

CERAMICS: FUN WITH CLAY 3 hours A hands-on beginner’s ceramics class. Students will make a wind chime, hand made bowl, refrigerator magnet, tabletop flower and necklace. Very popular last summer. Anna Platt, Birney Elementary

CHESS 1 hour Students are taught critical thinking, mental discipline and problem solving skills. The curriculum teaches the art of chess with an emphasis on good sportsmanship. All levels welcome. Rasheme Ellington, Instructor

CHESS MASTERS 3 hours This class is for intermediate and advanced chess players who want an intensive experience of instruction and competition. Join Coach Ra Ra and fine tune your chess skills while playing against your peers. Rasheme Ellington, Instructor

COOL CRAFTS FOR CONFIDENCE BUILDING/ETIQUETTE 3 hours This innovative class focuses on building your social confidence and positive peer relationships while teaching basic etiquette skills through games, crafts, and play in a fun filled environment. A great opportunity for boys and girls. Iris Knell, Linda Saker and Rachel Lloyd, MB School Based Counselors.

CRAZY KITCHEN CHEMISTRY & WRITING 1.5 hours Become a better writer while having fun with science too! Students will learn basic and fundamental scientific principles while performing exciting hands-on experiments such as Diet Coke and Mentos Fountains, Monster Marshmallows, Vinegar Bombs, Oobleck, and much more. Using these scientific experiences as a launching pad, students will learn specific writing techniques and tools to become better writers. This class is offered in combination with Bridge Building Competition. Scott Ellis, PVPUSD

CREATIVE CARD MAKING 3 hours Create fun and unique cards by using your imagination to the fullest. Use ribbon, beads, clay and specialty papers. Gina Briggs, RBUSD

DANCING WITH MISS DULCE 1 hour In this class you will have the opportunity to explore movement and dance. Fun lessons include ballroom dance forms, learning how to move in space and in different levels. Students will be guided to work alone, with partners, and in groups. The last class will be a dance showing for classmates. Dulce Capadocia, MB Artist in Residence

FUELING UP FOR FOURTH GRADE 3 hours Get your motor revved up for fourth grade! In this exciting introduction to fourth grade we will actively participate in hands on projects and games to put you in the driver seat for success in science, social studies, math, reading, and P.E. On your mark, get set, Go! For fourth grade! MIKE Davis, Pacific

GAMES GAMES GAMES: THE GOOD OLD DAYS 3 hours Students will learn and enjoy tames that can be played without a computer or television, including card games, board games, and outside games. Karin Buckner, Pacific

GAMES ON! SERVICE LEARNING 3 hours Join MBMS teacher, Rachel Thomas, in this service learning class where students will conceptualize, design, and create playable games that will be donated to a local children’s service. This is a wonderful opportunity to integrate the curriculum with activities that result in a creating a project useful to those in need in the community. This class will meet at Pacific or MBMS. Location to be announced. Rachel Thomas, MBMS

GETTING READY FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL 3 hours (Everything you always wanted to know about Middle School but didn't know who to ask) Want to find out the inside track about expectations for students at MBMS? Then this class is for YOU! Make new friends. Meet incoming 6th graders from other elementary schools. Learn time management and organization skills. Get a head start using the MBMS planner. Practice study skills. Learn about different teaching styles. Build self-confidence and practice presentation abilities. Learn behavior techniques and communication skills. Take a special tour of MBMS campus. EVEN earn special prizes, redeemable at MBMS This is a fun, instructive, and interactive class that gives students a valuable introduction to MBMS. Parents are invited to join the class for the last 45 minutes on Friday for a question and answer session. See how much your kids know! Iris Lee Knell, School Counselor MBMS and Jeff Amaral, Student Advisor MBMS or David Levy, MBMS teacher

KEYBOARDING 1 hour Learn the basics of touch-typing in this intro to keyboarding. Focus is on correct hand placement and proper use of keys. Be ready to type all those book reports for 6th grade. Students will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the week. Jeri Ceperley, technology teacher at View Park Prep and former Computer Specialist, Pacific

KINDERKAMP 3 hours (Week #1, Closed; Week #2, Open) A week of reading, math, crafts, dance, exercise, and more with MBUSD kindergarten teachers. Meet new friends and participate in a multitude of activities to prepare you for kindergarten next fall. Dana Canon and Amanda DeAlba, Pennekamp

KINDER CREATIVITY WITH ERIC CARLE 3 hours In this class for incoming Kindergarteners, we will explore the world of Eric Carle with a multitude of creative activities involving art, reading, writing and much more! Don’t miss out – a different piece of Erik Carle literature every day. Rhonda Becker and Megan Rech, Pacific

KITCHEN KAPERS 1 hour Learn basic kitchen skills and make fresh healthy food that requires no cooking. Read story books about food and create your own recipe book. Bring your appetite and a men’s small white T-shirt to draw on and for cover up. The kitchen is a magical and messy place. A big hit during past summers. Vivian York, LAUSD and favorite CAMP VIP instructor

KITCHEN KAPERS: ADVANCED 3 hours We will prepare recipes from different countries that use raw fresh foods. Learn about regional foods and nutrition. Be ready to try new vegetables and fruits. Come up with original recipes of your own and prepare for a last day food contest. Make recipe gift cards. Bring a medium or large men’s white T-shirt to draw on and for cover up. Vivian York, LAUSD and favorite CAMP VIP instructor

KNITTING AND FELTING 3 hours Have fun learning to knit and felt your own designs. Both beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. By popular demand, this class is offered as a one or two week session. Join for one or both weeks!! Taught by the ever-popular "Ms. Radha” Delamarter, Manhattan Beach Artist in Residence

LEGO (K - 2) BUILDING SIMPLE MACHINES 1 hour Students gain hands on experience building the classic simple machines such as pulleys, levers, belts and gears Ken Brenan, Aaron Braskin, and instructors from Elemental Media Group

LEGO: CASTLE CONSTRUCTION 3 hours Learn about ancient castle designs and work together to build an enormous castle with a footprint as large as nine square feet, as well as ancient siege engines capable of tearing down castles like the one they've designed. Mr. B's Ken Brenan, Aaron Braskin, Elemental Media Group and Mr.B's Bricks

LEGO: COMIC CREATION 3 hours Students will use LEGO to create their own personalized LEGO comic book, and receive a tailored book created from dozens of different LEGO projects. Learn basic photography, set creation, photo manipulation and digital publishing. Mr. B's Ken Brenan, Aaron Braskin, Elemental Media Group and Mr.B's Bricks

LEGO TECHNIC 3 hours In this class students will create more advanced models with more complex movable parts, such as machines with wheels. These models are characterized by pieces, such as gears, axles, pins, beams, pneumatic pieces, and electric motors. Mr. B's Ken Brenan, Aaron Braskin, Elemental Media Group and Mr.B's Bricks

LEGO: STAR WARS 3 hours Explore the world of Star Wars and build dioramas for scenes from movies, and build the largest model produced by LEGO – the Imperial Star Destroyer. Mr. B's Ken Brenan, Aaron Braskin, Elemental Media Group and Mr.B's Bricks

LEGO: FREE CHOICE 3 hours Join Mr. B and Mr. B and help design your own unique LEGO project based on your skill level and experience. A great way to further your expertise and receive individualized attention. Ken Brenan, Aaron Braskin and Versil Mitchell, Elemental Media Group

LOGIC MASTERS: RIDDLES, GAMES, PUZZLES AND FUN 3 hours Do you like riddles and word scrambles, number games, puzzles, anagrams, and crime solving logic? Come enjoy the challenges of Sudoku, word games logic puzzles, and riddle solving with a group of other logic enthusiasts. This is the place to learn, so don't be shy! Oh, and let's throw in some board games and jokes, to make it even more fun. A great way to sharpen critical thinking skills and have a great time. Heather Gold, MBMS

MARINE MANIA 3 hours Explore the underwater world of our oceans through games, projects, and a dissection, covering topics such as land forms, wave action, and animal adaptations. Wendy Johnson, Robinson

MBPD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 3 hours The Manhattan Beach Police Department’s Youth Leadership Academy is a unique character building and leadership program to motivate young people to be outstanding citizens through law enforcement education. Each day, students will be exposed to training sessions on the juvenile justice system, decisions & consequences, as well as CSI, SWAT, K-9, Patrol Functions and more! Get an inside look into the life and career of a police officer! Last year’s students LOVED this class. Meets at MBPD daily. Stephanie Martin, MBPD and School Resource Officer, MBUSD

MILITARY HISTORY IN MINIATURE 3 hours Using hundreds of painted figures and lots of life-like terrain, we will be recreating battles from the past. You will command several units of troops and try to change the course of history. To get a clearer idea of the class, please see Mr. Winser’s web site at www.winserswargames.blogspot. (Week #1 will feature two battles from the Seven Years War. Week #2 P.M. will focus on the American Revolution. Week #3 will feature two engagements from the American Civil War.) Duke Winser, MBMS

MIXED UP MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS 3 hours This class will offer a variety of outdoor activities, including Capture the Flag, soccer, softball, skill practice development, physical fitness conditioning, Ultimate Frisbee, Frisbee Golf and ARCHERY. At the end of the week an Olympic event will be created and organized by the members of the class for a culminating competition. Bring your energy, enthusiasm, and water bottle for a week of fun and fitness. A fabulous opportunity for boys and girls. Sean Genut, MBMS PE Teacher

MULTIMEDIA MADNESS 3 hours Students will be creating a multimedia presentation about a topic of their choice, using Microsoft PowerPoint to create the presentation and Internet Explorer for research. The final day is “Show Day” with your presentation on a big screen. Plus a CD-ROM for you at the completion of the project. Jeri Ceperley, technology teacher at View Park Prep and former Computer Specialist, Pacific

MUSIC MAKERS 1 hour Join in the fun as we sing, play musical instruments, enjoy musical games, and experiment with music and movement. Even some composing and music appreciation. Everyone gets a chance to participate. Emily Sanders, Pacific

NOW WE'RE COOKING/YOU MAKE THE CAKE 3 hours Whether planning a special event or just preparing a healthy well balanced snack or meal, this class will cover everything from invitations/decorations to the actual preparation of the meal. Eating it too!! Also. Learn techniques of decorating cookies and cakes, etc. with borders, flowers, vines and more. Possibly some candy making also Jo Anne Arrasmith, teacher, MBMS

ODYSSEY OF THE MIND—CAPTURE YOUR CREATIVITY 3 hours This class incorporates strategies from Odyssey of the Mind, an international educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students. Join this class and experience many opportunities to apply your knowledge, skills, and talents in a situation where there is not one right answer—ever. Working in teams you will learn cooperation and respect for the ideas of others, make decisions on your own and evaluate ideas to develop solutions. In the end, an important lesson to be learned is that sometimes the process is more important than the product. This is a unique opportunity for those students who are up for a new and different challenge and an interest in working within the framework of gifted and talented teaching strategies. Gretchen Renshaw, GATE Space Week instructor and LEGO Robotics coach

ON YOUR WAY TO FIRST GRADE 3 hours Join this class and be prepared to enter first grade with proficiency and confidence. This class will strengthen reading and math readiness while integrating art, music, and movement. And, make new friends at the same time. Karina Gerger, MBUSD

OOEY, GOOEY, SUPER SCIENTISTS 1.5 hours Students will be engaged in various activities that promote the learning of science concepts while having fun at the same time. Be sure to wear clothes you can get messy in! Joanne Cozens, Meadows

OPEN THE GATE TO LEARNING 3 hours In this interdisciplinary course, students will use higher order thinking skills to explore their own identity and independence, how they relate to and are shaped by the world around them, and how as individuals they are both independent and interdependent beings. Instruction is presented utilizing the methodology of the Gifted and Talented Education program, and is open to students whether or not a GATE identified student. Join this class for a challenging week and lots of fun also. Rachel Thomas, MBMS

OUT AND ABOUT IN MANHATTAN BEACH 3 hours Come aboard and visit business in the Manhattan Beach community. Take a different and exciting walking field trip each day. Possible trips include Manhattan Bread and Bagel, a Manhattan Beach bank, and Manhattan Creamery, among other interesting places. Students will create and complete a traveling suitcase which will contain a photo and journal entry of each expedition. Rhonda Becker and Megan Rech, Pacific

PAPER PLAY 3 hours Now it’s time for all of those paper projects that students love: Origami, paper airplanes, paper mache, and other paper crafts. Karin Buckner, Pacific

PERFORMING A PLAY 3 hours Work on your acting skills as you perform an ORIGINAL play written by Ms. Radha. Good parts for everyone. Taught by the ever popular: “Ms. Radha” Delamarter, Manhattan Beach Artist in Residenceand veteran Camp VIP Instructor

READER'S THEATER (FEATURING FRACTURED FAIRY TALES) 3 hours Join this exciting reader’s theatre workshop and learn new plays and act out a fun, creative version of a familiar fairy tale. Some examples include Spiderella and Goldilocks and the Three Bullfrogs. Build reading confidence, as well as strengthen public speaking skills, while performing together and stretching imaginations! Kiley Duncan, Grand View

ROCKCAMP CANCELLED

SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS YOU CAN EAT 3 hours Join this class and learn about science with eating. Our classroom will be transformed into a kitchen/laboratory worthy of a mad scientist as you make startling discoveries about food. Then after a long day at the lab, we will relax and eat and enjoy our results. Joni Soto and Candi Ochoa MBMS

SCRAP BOOKING 3 hours Compile a scrapbook of your favorite memories or experiences. You will learn photographic composition and scrapbooking techniques while having lots of fun. JoAnne Arrasmith, MBMS

SEUSS, SILVERSTEIN, AND SERVICE LEARNING TOO! 3 hours Students entering grades 2-5 are invited to attend this Writer’s Workshop-style class, creating their own unique writing pieces in the style of Dr. Seuss or Shel Silverstein. We will read and enjoy works by each of these authors, then develop our own short stories of poetry to compile an anthology. This special book will be presented to a children’s’ organization for their use and enjoyment. This class is a fun and meaningful way to develop creative writing skills while doing something to help others in need. Jennifer Granger, Pacific

SIXTH GRADE SUMMER BOOK CLUB WITH MRS. DALY 3 hours Bring your choices for your required sixth grade summer reading and we’ll read it together, take notes and explore many of your upcoming Humanities skills. A huge hit in past summers, and a great way to complete some of your summer reading. Linda Daly, MBMS Humanities teacher; Week #2, MBMS Humanities Teacher Eron Bowworth

SKILLS, REVIEW AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT This unique two week session offers your child the opportunity for academic support in language arts and math taught by a highly qualified and experienced team of MBUSD certificated teachers at the elementary and middle school level. Instruction will be structured according to the needs of the student with small group and individual attention as needed. A variety of teaching modalities and materials will be utilized to provide the student a meaningful session of academic support. Please note that this class is not an MBUSD summer program, but will offer a similar experience to students who require additional summer academic study. This is open to students entering grades 2-8 in the fall. (Two sessions, weeks 1 & 2 and 3 & 4)

SOLUTION SEEKERS 3 hours Calling all problem solvers!! Use logic and out of the box thinking to solve hands on puzzles and brain teasers. Karin Buckner, Pacific

SPIN, FLOAT, FLY 1 hour Students will experiment with bubbles, paper and foam as they explore the principles of surface tension, air pressure, and Newton’s laws of motion. A variety of paper airplanes will be created. Traci Granberg, Meadows

SURFIN' INTO SECOND GRADE 3 hours Students will practice the skills needed to be successful in second grade. Interactive, hands-on activities in math, reading, and writing will prepare them for second grade with a summer lovin’ beach theme. Jennifer Granger, Pacific

SURF & SKATE - BOARD ART 3 hours Design and paint your own surfboard, skateboard or snowboard in this creative art workshop. Bring in your own board(s), and you will be assisted from inspired idea to finished product in creating your own custom board art. Then you can go rip & shred it, or hang it on your wall! Art workshop will include conceptualizing, design, painting, drawing and making stencils.  Students will work from photographs and various inspirational art and design. Required: students bring in their own surfboards and skateboards to work on. Art materials are provided in class. Vezna Gottwald is a professional artist, teacher, and local surfer.

TAG: YOU'RE IT 1 hour Participate in an active outdoor games designed to promote fitness and skill development. Social interactions, cooperation and sportsmanship will be emphasized. Traci Granberg, Meadows

TRAVEL THE TOWN 3 hours Take a different and exciting walking field trip each day and learn what goes on behind the scenes in Manhattan Beach businesses. Possible visits include Ceramics to Go, Grow Produce, and Paws a While. We’ll even have a shopping scavenger hunt at Target, utilizing math, and planning skills. Julia Davis and Gina Marcarelli, Pacific -

TWIRL TIME 1 hour Learn basic baton twirling techniques with Grand View’s very own national champion, Stephanie Mitchell. You will be introduced to a variety of baton skills, combined with dances moves to enhance your hand-eye coordination, flexibility and fitness. Stephanie Mitchell, Grand View

VAMOS A HABLAR EL ESPAÑOL! LET'S SPEAK SPANISH 3 hours Explore the beauty of Spanish through conversation. Get ready to learn basic conversation, the numbers, how to order food, and how to purchase items in a market. We will end the week with a field trip to Olvera Street where you can use what you have learned in a “real world” setting. Open to students who have completed Spanish 1 or have the equivalent Spanish knowledge. Kiersten Hillkirk, MBMS

VARIETY VIP 3 hours BIG HIT LAST SUMMER. Spend the afternoons participating in a variety of activities- something different each day! Our Variety VIP Counselors, Mrs. Rhonda Becker and Mrs. Jeri Ceperley, will guide you as you explore exciting scientific, musical, literary, and artistic theme-based adventures with a lot of fun indoors and out. A great way to spend the afternoons or extend your time to a full day at Camp VIP Rhonda Becker and Jeri Ceperley, Pacific

VOLLEYPOP 1 hour This exciting class seeks to create a challenging yet fun physical environment and outlet that encourages success and confidence through developmentally appropriate volleyball instruction in a safe, caring, and supportive environment. Don’t miss out on the fun!!! Byron Goff, founder of VolleyPop Youth Volleyball and three-time all-state and two-time All-American volleyball player.

WEBPAGE DESIGN 3 hours Create free online web pages, learning both HTML code and utilizing WYSIWG (what you see is what you get) software. Design will be closely monitored for appropriate content. Brian Adams, Pacific

WHERE IN THE WORLD.....? 1.5 hours Can you find Tanzania on a map? What countries border the Mediterranean Sea? Do you know where Ayers Rock is located? Bring your “attitude for latitude” and join us “later on the equator.” After a week in our travels through the world of geography, the globe will be your new best friend. Jeri Ceperley, teacher of geography, View Park Prep Elementary

YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS! CANCELLED Move over lemonade stand, here comes the new business in town! In Young Entrepreneurs, you will learn the exciting basics of starting a new business. Take your great idea to the next level by learning to create advertisements, write business proposals, manage finances, and much more! Mike Davis, Pacific

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