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Summer Section
Art Forts Summer Art Camp
June 16th-20th
Art educator and artist Karen Richards, of San Francisco Day School, will run the camp at San Francisco Day School. The rest of the team will be Bay Area artists known for their building skills. If you have a young artist who is up to this adventure contact Karen at krichard@sfds.net or online at sfgokids.com for an application. The cost is $450 for the week (includes all materials).
Summer Drama Camp at SFDS
August 4th - 15th
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Come and make a play! Join us for a fun-filled two weeks combining acting, music, visual art and creative movement with laughter, making new friends and learning new skills. Each day will include a mix of classes in music, drama and visual art as we work toward a performance of a play on the last day of camp. Led by Lucinda Otto, drama teacher at San Francisco Day School and other local teaching artists. The program is for grades 2-6. The Cost of the program is $700 for two weeks. Financial assistance available.
For registration and information, contact Lucinda Otto at lotto@sfds.net or call (415) 568-3682.
Summerbridge Writing Seminar
August 11th - 15th
9:00am - 3:00pm
This August, SFDS is hosting a week-long writing seminar for Summerbridge and San Francisco Day School 5th and 6th graders! The aim for this intensive, week-long course is to create a project-based unit centered on both written and oral analysis and discourse concerning powerful cornerstone texts. Spaces are limited to 12 students. The cost of the course is $400. Financial assistance is available upon request. Please contact Christine Ranney for more information at cranney@sfds.net or 415-568-3661
Summerbridge Seeks Volunteer Teaching Assistants
June 23rd - August 1st
Day School 7th and 8th grade students who have volunteered at Summerbridge are invited to apply to be Volunteer Teaching Assistants (VTAs) during the summer program. VTAs at Day School Summerbridge serve as leaders and role models to Summerbridge students. In the classroom, they act as a second teacher, supporting the lead teacher by instructing students in small groups and by working with students who need extra attention. Interested students should download an application and return to the Summerbridge office by April 25th. For more information contact Heidi Erbe.
SFDS Families Wanted to Host Summerbridge Home Stays
We are still in need of host families for the following two Summerbridge faculty:
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Sonya Crocker
I grew up in Dallas, Texas, with my parents and two sisters - I'm the middle of three girls! Right now I attend the University of Texas at Austin where I major in Plan II Honors and Psychology. I have loved all my classes but my favorites have been Cross-Cultural Psychology, Eastern Philosophy, Biology, and Gender and Racial Attitudes. My hobbies are reading, dancing (especially salsa), food (especially chocolate and sushi), friends, and traveling! I studied abroad for one year in Mexico and I have traveled to countries such as Argentina, Uruguay, France, Greece, and the Czech Republic. My next adventure will be Australia before I spend the summer in San Francisco! I love learning and new experiences and any opportunity to grow and change as a person.
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Khara Gresham
I am a rising Junior at Brown University. As a biology and community health concentrator I am, of course, very interested in the sciences and math, but mostly I have a strong interest in community health issues affecting urban areas. I love to run, and I rowed crew at Brown my freshman year. I enjoy either reading, being with friends, or watching Law and Order when I have free time. I know that this summer will be amazing and I cannot wait to participate in the programs that Summerbridge has developed. |
Host responsibilities include providing a home for at least three weeks of our six-week institute. This is an excellent opportunity to get first-hand knowledge of our program through the eyes and ears of a dedicated teacher. If interested, please contact Christine Ranney at 415-568-3660.
Dolphin Volleyball and Basketball 2008 Camps
June 16th-20th
9:00am-12:00pm - Basketball Session
1:00pm-4:00pm - Volleyball Session
The 13th annual girls basketball and or volleyball camp is where parents can be sure their daughter is getting sound instruction from familiar faces of the SFDS faculty. This camp is for individuals who want to improve their skill and understanding of the game of basketball and or volleyball. The camp will focus on skill development, teamwork, and offensive and defensive positions. The philosophy of the camp is one that mirrors the San Francisco Day School athletic program, where every child is challenged to improve their individual skill level. The camp is staffed by committed coaches who want to help young athletes strive to improve. The camp is for girls, ages 9-13. The program cost is $185 for each session or $370 for both sessions. For more information, contact Mary O’Brien 568-3642.
Dolphin Soccer Camp
June 23rd - 27th
9:00 - 12:00
This is the ninth year SFDS has offered a summer soccer program. Camp Director Steve Roberts is a nationally licensed soccer coach and former NCAA Division 1 National Champion. Other staff will include Pete and Luke Roberts, local professional coaches and former SFDS players. The camp will focus on the fundamental skills of the game, teamwork, rules of the game, and basic tactics. Each day will conclude with small sided games where the participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate newly acquired skills in game situations. The camp is for boys and girls, K-8. The cost of the program is $185. The camp takes place at the USF Baseball Field. For more information contact Steve Roberts at 568-3643
Camp Experts and Teen Summers
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Camp Galileo in San Francisco
Voted “Best Camp for Kids” in Bay Area Parent and “Best of the Bay” in San Francisco Magazine, Camp Galileo combines art, science, and outdoor programming with fun camp traditions to create a summer day camp experience loved by kids entering K-5th grades. Delivered by a highly talented staff, Camp Galileo’s curriculum is developed in partnership with The Tech Museum of Innovation, de Young Museum and Klutz. Camp sessions are Monday – Friday, 9am – 3pm daily. Our flexible schedule features a three-week program with the option to sign up for one- or two-week sessions, as well as a part-day option for kindergartners. To enroll and learn more, visit www.campgalileo.com or call 1-800-854-3684.
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