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11:00 All a-BOARD! (4-6)
with Summer Staff 6
Grades: 4-6
Students will have a chance to play a variety of board games, from the classics (Monopoly, Life, checkers & chess) to new card & strategy games- student's choice!
11:00 All About Dogs (1-8)
with Summer Staff 18
Grades: 1-8
This class is for those of you who love dogs and want to dive deeper into the canine phenomena! Students will learn about different breeds and interesting dog history. They will have their own "pet" dog to take care of by making clothes, a bed, and more. They will engage in activities like making dog treats and toys to be donated to a local shelter and engage in other dog-related crafts and activities. Therapy dogs will be visiting, as well!
11:00 Bike and Hike (5-8)
with Summer Staff 5
Grades: 5-8
Get ready for outdoor summer adventure with Bike & Hike! This class is tailor-made for bike-loving students who can breeze through an hour-long ride in a group. Grab your helmets and saddle up on a bike with gears and wheels that are at least 24 inches. Learn bike safety tips and get your bike registered with Glencoe Public Safety. But that's not all – our journey extends to exploring Glencoe's scenic trails, lagoons, and beach. Join us for a summer filled with pedal-powered excitement and fun hikes!
11:00 Chess Masters (1-8)
with Summer Staff 21
Grades: 1-8
Come join us for some chess fun! All abilities and levels are welcome.
11:00 Exploration News (5-8)
with Summer Staff 9
Grades: 5-8
Become a roving reporter this summer for Explorations News! Learn the basic structure of newswriting and tackle a variety of articles including Explorations news and happenings, local news, national news, weather, sports, book/movie/gaming reviews, interviews with staff and students, puzzles, cartoons, and more. There is something for everyone in this newsworthy class!
11:00 Intro to Rocketry (5-8)
with Summer Staff 15
Grades: 5-8
Students will learn to build rockets from kits. They will learn about the physics of flight, and use this to increase their rocket's performance in subsequent launches. This class is for students new to building their own rockets.
11:00 Kid Powered Projects 2 Make a Difference (5-8)
with Summer Staff 13
Grades: 5-8
Do you enjoy helping others and giving back to the community? If so, this is the class for you! We will spend time learning about different ways to volunteer by participating in various service projects. From there, we will identify a need that exists in or around our local community, and then we will make a plan to act. From idea to execution, your children will see the impact they can make on the world around them.
11:00 Oven Free Snacks and Treats (1-4)
with Summer Staff 2
Grades: 1-4
Join us as we explore the world of oven-free snacks and treats. Students will be able to make and eat a variety of snacks and treats throughout the course. All students will take home a recipe book at the end of the session.