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2 Wilmet te Publ ic School s Dis t r ic t 39 ◊ Summer Enr ichment Program ◊ 2019

Summer Enrichment Program

June 19–July 23

Romona School (Grades K–3)

Wilmette Junior High School (Grades 4–7)

Take a leisurely walk with your child through the pages of this course brochure to plan an exciting summer of fun and learning. Build a schedule that meets your child’s personal interests and your fam-ily’s summer schedule. Students may enroll in one, two, or three classes daily. Shuttle bus service is available between each class period and as a link-up service with the village-wide Park District Pro-grams.Please consider the following as you plan your

Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) schedule of

classes:

• Don’t forget to register early. Classes will be cancelled if we don’t meet the required minimum enrollment.

• Each class is 50 minutes long • Classes begin at 8:30 a.m. at Romona School

(Grades K–3) • Classes begin at 8:40 A.M. at Wilmette Junior High

School (Grades 4–7) • Students are eligible to enroll in District 39 SEP

classes if they have completed any grade Kindergarten through 7th.

• Online registration opens February 4, 2019. Regis-tration closes March 18, 2019.

• Late registrations will be accepted between March 19, 2019 and May 3, 2019. A $9 late registration fee per class will be charged.

•Confirmationletterswithclassassignmentsandbus information will be sent approximately two weeks before classes start.

• If space is available after the session has be-gun, late registrations will be accepted on June 20, 2019 and June 21, 2019 at each school site. A $9 late registration fee per class will be charged.

• Tuition and fees are fully refundable for

medical reasons or because of course

cancellations. In addition, a fifty percent refund of tuition and fees will be given for withdrawals before March 6, 2019. No refunds will be given after March 7, 2019. This practice is strictly enforced to allow completion of the Summer Enrichment Program hiring, and class supply purchasing. Your understanding and cooperation is greatly appreciated.

• Classes will not be held on Thursday, July 4.• Students should register for classes for the

grade they will complete in June 2019.

General Information

Payment

Payment will be processed through RevTrak, the same company District 39 uses for payments throughout the school year. A $5 fee will be as-sessed for a course change requested by a parent after registration has been processed.

Emergency Information

The Emergency Information section on the form must be completed to register.

Shuttle Bus Transportation

Bus service to Romona School and Wilmette Junior High School within District 39 boundaries will be providedtochildrenfora$140fee,ifsufficientrequests are received. The schedule and routes will be announced prior to the opening of school. Please complete the transportation portion of your registration form to apply. No additional stops will be added to the bus routes after May 3, 2019. Children registering after this date will be accom-modated on existing routes.

Avoca District 37 Transportation

Avoca School District will provide bus transportation to Romona School and Wilmette Junior High School for District 37 students. Bus transportation from a route within the District 37 boundaries to the Summer Enrichment Program sites before and after each period will be available for a $140 transportation fee. Please contact District 37 at 847-251-3138 to apply for transportation.

Park District Program Link-Ups

Bus service from Romona School and Wilmette Junior High School to Wilmette Park District camp locations will be available after third period classes. This service is included in the $140 transportation fee and will be provided at the end of the SEP day (11:20 a.m. for Romona and 11:30 a.m. for Wilmette Junior High School).

3Wilmet te Publ ic School s Dis t r ic t 39 ◊ Summer Enr ichment Program ◊ 2019

Summer Enrichment Program Schedule Planner

Grades K–3 at Romona School

Period 2 9:30 - 10:20 a.m.Automated Author (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–AAB.A.S.I.C. - Math (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–MAB.A.S.I.C. - Reading (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–LABecome a Detective (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–BD Cheer Through the Summer (1–3) . . . . . . . . 2–CSCreative Dramatics (1–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–CDDrawing & Painting for Beginners (K–1) . . . . 2–DBFlag Football / Soccer (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–FSFuture Explorers Club (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–FEG.E.M.S (K-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-GEHands-on Mathematics (K-1) . . . . . . . . . . . 2–HMI Can Build It! (K–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–UC Integrated Learning Links [+1] (K–3) . . . . . . . 2–ILKids in the Kitchen I (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–KKLearning Links - Math (K–3) . . . . . . . . . . . 2–RLMLet's Book It (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–LBMath Camp (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–MH2Math Challenge (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–MC2Minecraft (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-MRMinute to Win It (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-MW2Radical Readers Club for Boys (2–3) . . . . . . . 2–RBReading Camp (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–RCRope Climbing Extravaganza (2-3) . . . . . . . . 2-RPScience Wonders (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–SWSculpture and Ceramics (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . 2-SCSocial Learning (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–ST2 Tourney Time (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-TTWrite on for Girls! (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–WG

Period 1 8:30 - 9:20 a.m.Around the World in 24 Days (2–3) . . . . . . 1–ATWThe Art of Zen (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-AZB.A.S.I.C. - Math (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–MAB.A.S.I.C. - Reading (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–LABooks and Breakfast (1–2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-BACoding Camp (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-CCCooperative Games (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–CG2Drawing & Painting for Beginners (2–3) . . . 1–DB2Express Yourself (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–EXFur, Feathers, and Scales (K–3) . . . . . . . . . . 1–FFFuture Explorers Club (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . .1–FE2Games, Games, Games (K-1) . . . . . . . . . . . 1-GGIntegrated Learning Links [+2] (K–3) . . . . . . . 1–ILKids in the Kitchen II (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–KK2Laptop Cafe II (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–LC2Learning Links (Beginning) (K–1) . . . . . . . . .1–ELALively Letters (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–LLMath Camp (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–MHMath Challenge (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–MCMove to the Music (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-MTPerform Through the Summer (1–3) . . . . . . . 1–PSReading Camp (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–RC2Really Fun Reading & Writing (K–1) . . . . . . . 1–RFSocial Learning (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–STSports Fans Publishing House (1–3) . . . . . . . 1–PHSummer Orchestra (K-3) ê . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-SOWide World of Sports (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–WW

Period 3 10:30 - 11:20 a.m.Adventures with the Avengers! (1-2) ê . . . . . 3-ADThe Art of Zen (K-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-AZB.A.S.I.C. - Math (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–MAB.A.S.I.C. - Reading (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–LAChess: Beyond the Basics (K–3) . . . . . . . . . . 3–CBCooking With Math (1–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–CMCooperative Games (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–CGDigital Photography-Beginners (2–3) . . . . . . 3–DPDinos, Fossils, Mammoths & More (K–2) . . . . 3–DFFeet to the Beat (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-FBFine Motor Hands On! (K-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-FMG.E.M.S (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-GEGreen Thumb Gardeners (K-3) . . . . . . . . . . 3-GTImproving Learning Through Improv (1-3) . . . .3-IMIntegrated Learning Links (K–3) . . . . . . . . . . 3–ILJewelry/Craft Making Magic! (1-3) . . . . . . . . 3-JMLaptop Cafe I (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–LCLearning Better English (1–3) . . . . . . . . . . . 3–BELearning Links (Developing) (2–3) . . . . . . . .3–DLAMaking Music (K–1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–MMMaking Music With Technology (2–3) . . . . . .3–MWMath Challenge (3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–MC3Math Through Patterns and Games (2–3) . . . 3–MPMentor Writing (1-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-MGMinecraft (2-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–MR2Minute to Win It (K-3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-MWP.E.++ (K-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-PERadical Readers Club for Girls (2–3) . . . . . . 3–RGWrite on for Boys! (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–WBWriting Camp (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–WCWriting Camp (2–3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–WC2Writing! Reading! Art! (1–2) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–WR

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Summer Enrichment Program Schedule Planner

Grades 4–7 at Wilmette Junior High School

Grade levels refer to 2018-2019 school year placement.ê indicates a class new this year

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Period 1 8:40 - 9:30 a.m.3D Printing & Engineering Design (4-7) . . . . 1-TDPAround the World with Technology (4–7) . . . .1–ATTB.A.S.I.C. - Math (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–BMAB.A.S.I.C. - Reading (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–BLABlast Off with Rockets (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . 1–BORCamp National Novel Writing Month (6-7) . . 1-CNWCooperative Games (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–CGSCross Country Conditioning (4-5) . . . . . . . 1-CCCDigital Scrapbooking (4-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-DSCFilms for Thought! (4-5) ê . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-FFTFlag Football (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–FFO2From the Page to the Stage (6-7) . . . . . . . . .1-FPSFun With Fitness (4-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-FFFiMovie (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1–IMOIntegrated Learning Links (4–7) . . . . . . . . . 1–ILLIntro to Comic Book Art (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . 1–ICBLearning Better English (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . .1–LBEMaster Chef (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–MASMath Camp (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–MH3Math Challenge (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–MCHPublic Speaking With TED Talks (4-7) . . . . . 1-PWTReading Camp (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–RC4Sculpture & Ceramics (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–ISCSewing and Quilting (4–6) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–SEWSocial Learning (4-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-TSOSummer Concert Band (5–7) . . . . . . . . . . . 1–BANVolleyball (5–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–VOBWide World of Sports (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . 1–WWSA World of Animation (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . 1–WOAWriter’s Workshop (4–6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–WRWYoga for Youth (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-YFY

Period 2 9:40 - 10:30 a.m.3D Printing & Engineering Design (5-7) . . . . 2-TDPAnimators (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–ANIB.A.S.I.C. - Math (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–BMAB.A.S.I.C. - Reading (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–BLABasketball Clinic (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–BBCBrain Benderz (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–BBNCamp National Novel Writing Month (4-5) . . 2-CNW Creative Cookery (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–CRCCreative Fashion Design (4–7) . . . . . . . . . 2–CFDCross Country Conditioning (6-7) . . . . . . . 2-CCCDigital Scrapbooking (6-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-DSC2Drawing & Painting (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–DAPFilms for Thought! (6-7) ê . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-FFTFrom the Page to the Stage (6-7) . . . . . . . .2-FPSFun with Fitness (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–FFFFun with Physics (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–FUNIntegrated Learning Links (4–7) . . . . . . . . . 2–ILLJazz Band (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–JZBKeyboarding (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–KEYLearning Links - Language Arts (4–5) . . . . . 2–MLALearning Links - Math (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . 2–MMA2Let's Move (4-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-LTMThe Magic of Math (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–MAGMath Camp (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–MH4Public Speaking With TED Talks (4-7) . . . . . 2-PWTRacquets Anyone? (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–RACReading Camp (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–RC3Rocketry Revisited (5–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2–RRESculpture & Ceramics (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–ISCS.E.E. Reading (6-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-SEESports Writing and Broadcasting (6-7) . . . 2-SWB2Summer Orchestra (5-7) ê . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-SORWriter’s Workshop (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–WRW2Yoga For Youth (4-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-YFY

Period 3 10:40 - 11:30 a.m.Advanced 3D Printing & Eng. Design (5-7) . . 3-TDPB.A.S.I.C. - Math (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–BMAB.A.S.I.C. - Reading (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . .3–BLABeginning Guitar (5–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3–GUIBlast Off with Rockets (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . 3–BORBrain Benderz (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3–BBN2Camp National Novel Writing Month (6-7) . . 3-CNW Creative Cookery (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–CRCDigital Photography (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–DPODrawing & Painting (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–DAP Films for Thought! (6-7) ê . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-FFTFlag Football (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–FFOFrom the Page to the Stage (4-5) . . . . . . . . .3-FPSFun With Fitness (6-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-FFFGolf Games (4-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-GOLHand-Sewing, Needlepoint, and Counted Cross Stitch, Oh My! (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–CCCIntegrated Learning Links (4–7) . . . . . . . . . 3–ILLKeyboarding (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3–KEYKitchen Science (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–KITLearning Links - Language Arts (6–7) . . . . .3–MLA2Learning Links – Math (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . 3–MMALet’s Go to the Movies (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . 3–MOYLet's Move (6-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-LTM2Pinterest Crafts (6-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-PNCPublic Speaking/Debate (5–7) . . . . . . . . . . .3–PSDSculpture & Ceramics (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–ISCSoccer (4–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–SOCSports Writing and Broadcasting (4-5) . . . . 3-SWBSummer Chorus (4-7) ê . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-SCHWriter’s Workshop (4–6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–WRWWriting Camp (6–7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–WCAWriting Camp (4–5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–WCNYoga For Youth (4-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-YFY


Grades K–3 Courses at Romona School

Adventures with the Avengers! New!

Grades 1-2 Period 3 #3-AD Includes $30 material fee $200 20 studentsLove superheroes and comic books? This class is for you! Students will be exploring the wonderful and creative worlds of Marvel and DC comic books and cartoons. We will work on creating our own superheroes and comic books, as wellasmakingsomeshortfilmswritten,directed by, and starring students.

Around the World in 24 Days Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–ATW Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsYour child will have the opportunity to learn about 5 countries on 5 continents without leaving Wilmette. Each week, students will study a different country. Their studies will teach them about the country’s geography, history, culture, language, food, and famous natives.

The Art of Zen Grades K-1 Period 3 #3-AZ Grades 2-3 Period 1 #1-AZ Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsStudents will practice strategies to improve their strength through yoga. Learn meditation, stories, write about gratitude and explore ways in which art can reduce stress and improve creativity and calm!

Automated Author Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–AA Includes $10 material fee $185 15 studentsWrite and illustrate your own creations using the computer! Learn how to use a Mac to create slide shows, write autobi-ographies, expository paragraphs, poetry, and more. Use iPads for other exciting automated writing. Share your creations with classmates and family!

B.A.S.I.C. — Math(Basic Academic Skills Improvement Course) Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–MA Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–MA Grades 1 Period 3 #3–MA Includes $25 material fee $100B.A.S.I.C. Math reviews and reinforces skills of computation, estimation, problem-solving, and application. A variety of hands-on activities, games, and fun experiences are used. Student-to-teacher ratio is low to facilitate individual and small group instruction. This course is available to District 39 residents only. Students taking this course must meet the criteria based on winter universal screenings. It is highly recommended that students meeting the criteria register for this class. [When comparing Fall Performance Series testing of students that participated in the summer B.A.S.I.C. classes against those students that were recommended for the class but did not attend, students taking the B.A.S.I.C. class showed more growth than those that did not.] Parents ofeligiblestudentswillbenotifiedbyletter.

B.A.S.I.C. — Reading(Basic Academic Skills Improvement Course) Grade 1 Period 1 #1–LA Grade 1 Period 2 #2–LA Grades 2–3 Period 3 #3–LA Includes $25 material fee $100Students review and strengthen basic reading skills. Emphasis is placed on word recognition, vocabulary development, comprehension, and listening skills. A variety of hands-on activities, games, and fun experiences reinforce direct instruction. Student-to-teacher ratio is low to facilitate individual and small group instruction. This course is available to District 39 residents only. Students taking this course must meet the criteria based on winter universal screenings. It is highly recommended that students meeting the criteria register for this class. [When comparing Fall Performance Series testing of students that participated in the summer B.A.S.I.C. classes against those students that were recommended for the class but did not attend, students taking the B.A.S.I.C. class showed more growth than those that did not.] Parents ofeligiblestudentswillbenotifiedbyletter.

Become a Detective Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–BD Includes $20 material fee $195 15 studentsCanyoufigureout“whodunit?”Putonyour Sherlock Holmes hat and start think-ing like a detective! We will develop ob-servation and problem-solving skills, and we will learn about some of the equip-ment and techniques used by detectives. We will also work on mini-mysteries and use our logical thinking skills to crack the case!Thecluesarethere…canyoufindthem?

Books and Breakfast Grades 1-2 Period 1 #1-BA Includes $35 material fee $210 15 studentsAttention readers! If you enjoy a yummy morning breakfast and reading a good book, this is the class for you. Each day, we will make a new breakfast treat suchasbagelsorwaffles.Thenyouwillhave time to read your favorite book of choice. After reading, we will complete a reading activity and share your book with your friends.

Cheer Through the Summer Grades 1–3 Period 2 #2–CS Includes $20 material fee $195 15 studentsCome and learn a basic introduction to cheerleading techniques and pom-pom dance routines. Improve your coordina-tion and sense of rhythm. Also learn peppy cheers that will inspire your team and fans. Bring your enthusiastic spirit!

Chess: Beyond the Basics Grades K–3 Period 3 #3–CB Includes $20 material fee $195 15 studentsThis course is designed for students who have a basic understanding of the game. The students will learn additional strate-gies and practice with each other. They will participate as a class in tournament play.

Coding Camp Grades 2-3 Period 1 #1-CC Includes $10 material fee $185 15 studentsDo you love to use technology? Do you want to learn how to start programming your own games and apps? Come learn the basics of coding at Coding Camp. We will explore different coding tools, including Scratch, Code.org, robots, un-plugged coding, and more!



Cooking with Math Grades 1–3 Period 3 #3–CM Includes $30 material fee $200 20 studentsThe skills of cooking combine with math through capacity measurement, tem-perature, cooking times, fractions, new vocabulary, and recipe terms. Take home your own class cookbook.

Cooperative Games Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–CG2 Grades K–1 Period 3 #3–CG Includes $15 material fee $190 15 studentsParticipate in noncompetitive games and activities that stress teamwork and social skill development. This course is open to all students.

Creative Dramatics Grades 1–3 Period 2 #2–CD Includes $5 material fee $175 20 studentsJoin others in the opportunity to develop acting skills and to express yourself in unique ways. While enjoying yourself, you will explore and develop your own imagination. Students will also work onbuildingself-confidenceinfrontofgroups, learn to express and control emotions, and have fun while being center stage.

Digital Photography —Beginners

Grades 2–3 Period 3 #3–DP Includes $15 material fee $190 15 studentsStudents will learn the basics of how to use their digital camera, the different settings, and when to use them. We will takemini"field-trips"topracticeshoot-ing, giving students a chance to practice what they've learned. The goal is to have students be able to take a variety of quality photographs and feel comfortable with their digital camera. Students must bring a simple point-and-shoot digital camera and memory card to class each day.

Dinos, Fossils, Mammoths & More

Grades K–2 Period 3 #3–DF Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsDig into the fun of being an archeologist. Take a look back on the earth when dinosaurs roamed the land. Through science, reading, art and BIG adventure we're on a discovery about dinosaurs and prehistoric times.

Drawing & Painting for Beginners

Grades K–1 Period 2 #2–DB Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–DB2 Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsExplore drawing as a creative outlet! This class will offer students the op-portunities to experiment with various techniques, mediums, and styles of drawing. This class will allow students to discover their artistic talents! Students willcreate4-6finalproductsthroughoutthe class.

Express Yourself! Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–EX Includes $20 materials fee $190 20 studentsLet your inner star shine this summer! If you love to share your creativity and imagination, this is the class for you. Together we will work on an informal Variety Show style performance to be shared at the end of the program. The stage is yours!

Feet to the Beat Grades 2-3 Period 3 #3-FB Includes $20 material fee $190 20 studentsDoyoueverfindyourtoestappingwhenyou listen to the radio? Shoulders start swaying when you hum a song? This is not a formal dance class but we will have fun moving to different kinds of music. If you want to learn some basic combinations, make new friends while dancing, and choreograph a routine of your own, then this is the course for you! Join us and move your Feet to the Beat!

Fine Motor Hands On! Grades K-1 Period 3 #3-FM Includes $20 material fee $195 10 studentsStudentswilldevelopfinemotorstrengththrough various activities in order to improve handwriting and increase inde-pendence. Students will spend time tying and untying, drawing, writing, cutting, gluing, and using a variety of materials to build dexterity.

Flag Football/Soccer Grades 2-3 Period 2 #2–FS Includes $5 material fee $175 20 studentsGet ready to play Flag Football Romona SEP style! We will play Flag Football 3 days a week and Soccer 2 days a week. This class will promote teamwork and sportsmanship. You will learn the basics of both sports through regulation games, all in a safe, relaxed, and fun environ-ment!

Fur, Feathers, and Scales Grades K–3 Period 1 #1–FF Includes $25 materials fee $195 20 studentsThis is a class for all animal lovers. Through reading, short movies, and hands on investigations, we will learn howanimalsareclassifiedandexplorebirds, amphibians, reptiles, bugs and mammals. There are sure to be a few “livingguests”andachanceforyoutobring a family pet.

Future Explorers Club — Star Wars & Beyond!

Grades K–1 Period 2 #2–FE Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–FE2 Includes $20 material fee $195 15 studentsStar Wars was George Lucas's vision for the future that appeals to both young and old. Young kids love to imagine space exploration and develop their creative minds reading about other worlds. In this class, we will be reading Star Wars books, watching some short videos, playing Star Wars games and even build-ing our own worlds with LEGOs. This is a great way to help creative thinkers develop their passion for reading and exploring their creative side!

Games, Games, Games Grades K-1 Period 1 #1-GG Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsGet your motors going and come and enjoy Scooter Games, Kick the Can, Pin Knock Down, Battleship, and many more games.Learnnewgamesandrefinegames you already enjoy.

Romona School TimesPeriod 1 8:30 A.M. – 9:20 A.M.Period 2 9:30 A.M. – 10:20 A.M.Period 3 10:30 A.M. – 11:20 A.M.Grade levels refer to 2018–2019school year placement.



G.E.M.S. Grades K-1 Period 2 #2-GE Grades 2-3 Period 3 #3-GE2 Includes $30 material fee $205 15 studentsGirl power! G.E.M.S. - Girls in Engineer-ing, Math, & Science - is all about doing STEM (science, technology, engineering, & math) activities in a fun, magical way. Through hands-on activities, we will use our STEMaginations to explore building, creating, problem solving, and collabo-rating. Get ready to wonder and explore!

Green Thumb Gardeners Grades K-3 Period 3 #3-GT Includes $25 material fee $200 20 studentsStudents will grow their own plants to take home and we’ll work in the Romona School garden. As a class, plant seeds, grow plants, read, and create art proj-ects. Come and grow this summer.

Hands-On Mathematics Grade K-1 Period 2 #2–HM Includes $10 material fee $180 20 students Unlock the mysteries of mathematics by using an assortment of manipulatives and games. Turn numbers into friends. Experience the fun of math as you learn with a hands-on approach.

I Can Build It! Grades K–3 Period 2 #2–UC Includes $20 material fee $190 20 studentsGirls and Boys, we will be building with a variety of materials such as Legos, Marble Tracks, and more! There will be weeklySTEAMactivities.Duringthefinalweek, each student will build and paint a model to be taken home!

Improving Learning Through Improv

Grades 1-3 Period 3 #3-IM Includes $5 material fee $175 20 studentsThis class is your chance to improve skills in following directions, creative think-ing, problem solving, self-awareness, and oral communication through the art of improvisation. Students will gener-ate ideas, collaborate with peers, and boostself-confidencethoughavarietyofinteractive exercises. Best of all, there are no wrong answers. Be amazed to see yourself on the stage. All learners welcome!

Integrated Learning Links Grades K–3 Period 1 #1–IL Grades K–3 Period 2 #2–IL Grades K–3 Period 3 #3–IL Includes $30 material fee $30 10 studentsIntegrated Learning Links addresses IEP goal areas, including motor skills, aca-demic skills, communication skills, and more, through the collaborative services and support of special education profes-sionals. Academic tasks, social interac-tions, games, and thematic groups will all be utilized in order to meet students’ needs and limit regression on IEP goals. Students may be eligible for 1, 2, or 3 periods of Integrated Learning Links.IEP teams will determine student eligibil-ity for the class and the number of peri-ods. This course is available to District 39 residents only.

Jewelry/Craft Making Magic! Grades 1-3 Period 3 #3-JM Includes $40 material fee $210 20 studentsDo you like to make jewelry for your-self and for your family and friends? Join us while we make crystal beaded bracelets, woven friendship bracelets, macramé bracelets, doll face necklaces with wooden beads and acrylic paints, personalized beaded key chains, beaded ponytail holders, napkin rings, rainbow wooden beaded necklaces with leather cords, beaded mobiles, and more. Enjoy working with a friendly group of artists as we make jewelry magic together!

Kids in the Kitchen I Grades K–1 Period 2 #2–KK Includes $30 material fee $200 20 studentsLearn new recipes and how to prepare tasty snacks and dishes. Amaze your fam-ily with treats that you can prepare at home. Includes preparation, serving and clean-up as part of the cooking process. Take home your own cookbook!

Kids in the Kitchen II Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–KK2 Includes $30 material fee $200 20 studentsLearn new recipes and how to prepare tasty snacks and dishes. Amaze your fam-ily with the treats that you can prepare at home. Includes preparation, serving, and clean-up as part of the cooking pro-cess. Take home your own cookbook.

Laptop Cafe I Grades K–1 Period 3 #3–LC Includes $10 material fee $185 15 studentsStop by the Laptop Cafe! Improve your technology skills while visiting learning websites that enrich reading and math skills.

Laptop Cafe II Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–LC2 Includes $10 material fee $185 15 studentsThe virtual world will be at students’ fingertips!Studentswillexplorethe“InformationSuperhighway”astheyresearch a wide variety of topics and visit websites to enhance learning.

Learning Better English Grades 1–3 Period 3 #3–BE Includes $10 material fee $185 15 studentsIs English your second language? This course will focus on oral and written English communication. Have fun while sharpening your English skills. For ELL students.

Learning Links for Beginning Readers & Writers

Grades K–1 Period 1 #1–ELA Includes $30 material fee $30This class is designed to maintain the reading and writing skills of students receiving support services through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Areas of concentration are based on IEP goals, with a focus on reading comprehension and written expression. Student-to-staff ratio is low to facilitate individual and small group instruction. This course is available to District 39 residents only.

Learning Links for Developing Readers & Writers

Grades 2–3 Period 3 #3–DLA Includes $30 material fee $30This class is designed to maintain the reading and writing skills of students receiving support services through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Areas of concentration are based on IEP goals, with a focus on reading comprehension and written expression. Student-to-staff ratio is low to facilitate individual and small group instruction. This course is available to District 39 residents only.



Learning Links — Math Grades K–3 Period 2 #2–RLM Includes $30 material fee $30This class focuses on maintaining the math skills of students receiving support services through an Individualized Educa-tion Plan (IEP). Hands-on and manipula-tive techniques and activities are used to strengthen and reinforce skills. Student-to-staff ratio is low to facilitate individu-al and small group instruction. A progress report will be sent home at the end of the program. This course is available to District 39 residents only.

Let’s BOOK It! Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–LB Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsFor students who enjoy reading, writing, and creating! We will create a different type of book each week. Examples in-clude pop-up books, comic books, shape books and more!

Lively Letters Grades K–1 Period 1 #1–LL Includes $20 material fee $195 15 studentsLearn to love letters! Each day’s experi-ence will center around one letter of the alphabet. We will read a story which features that letter, and we will gener-ate a word list of our own. Then we will participate in a fun activity related to that letter. Dot your I’s and cross your T’s…this is a class that’s sure to please!

Making Music Grades K–1 Period 3 #3–MM Includes $10 material fee $180 20 students Experience the wonderful world of mu-sic! Through singing, moving, and playing instruments, students will learn basic music skills.

Making Music With Technology

Grades 2-3 Period 3 #3–MW Includes $15 material fee $190 15 students This is your chance to explore the many things you can create on the computer software program Garage Band. Create, arrange, and record your own musical compositions. Learn how to add tracks and loops!

Math Camp Grade 1 Period 1 #1–MH Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–MH2 Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsLooking for a chance to strengthen and reinforce skills learned during the school year? This class is for you! Students will re-visit and review grade level skills to developself-confidenceinmathwiththis fun interactive couurse! Play math games, solve mathematical puzzles & much more!

Math Challenge Grade 1 Period 1 #1–MC Grade 2 Period 2 #2–MC2 Grade 3 Period 3 #3–MC3 Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsMeet the challenge of mind boggling mathematics. Develop your critical thinking and problem solving skills through fun mathematical activities and games. Explore patterns and sequences, measurement, logic problems, and other exciting concepts. This class is recom-mended for students who enjoy a chal-lenge.

Math Through Patterns & Games

Grades 2–3 Period 3 #3–MP Includes $20 material fee $195 15 studentsIn this class, we will be using math manipulatives, pattern blocks, tangrams, and LEGOs to help children practice one of the most interesting and fundamental aspectsoflearningmath—findingpat-terns! Some children learn best through hands-on learning, and research has shown that the most valuable learning is done when students construct their own understanding of mathematical prin-ciples. Manipulatives help students un-derstand abstract concepts and can lead to more complex understanding. We will be building patterns, problem-solving, developing critical thinking skills, and exploring geometric shapes.

Mentor Writing Grades 1-3 Period 3 #3-MG Includes $30 material fee $200 20 studentsStudents will use popular and award-win-ning picture stories as models to create their own writing. Skills will focus on ideadevelopment,sentencefluency,andword choice. Production of the stories will vary and will include the use of iPad Apps, computer applications, as well as arts and crafts projects.

Minecraft Grades 2-3 Period 2 #2-MR Grades 2-3 Period 3 #3–MR2 Includes $35 material fee $205 20 studentsCalling all Minecrafters! Has your child been waiting all school year to play un-limited amounts of Minecraft? This is the class for them! Much has been written abouttheeducationalbenefitsstemmingfrom this hot video game. One teacher in Stockholm where her school offers a compulsory class using Minecraft said, "(Students) learn about city planning, en-vironmental issues, getting things done, and even how to plan for the future." Students will be given assignments and challenges that allow them to tap into their "inner architect" and their imagina-tions soar.

Minute to Win It Grades K-3 Period 3 #3-MW Grades 2-3 Period 2 #2-MW2 Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsCome be a part of this awesome class that is modeled after the T.V. game show “MinuteToWinIt.”Eachdaystudentswill participate in a new contest. Con-test examples are: a water balloon toss; stacking; balancing a spoon on your nose; and even defying gravity. If you like a challenge and want to test your abilities in completing various tasks while racing against the clock, then this class is for you!

Move to the Music Grades K–1 Period 1 #1–MT Includes $5 materials fee $180 15 studentsCome join the fun of moving to music. Freeze games, freestyle dance, cho-reographed dances, musical games, as well as creative movement storytelling to classical music. This class will keep you movin' and groovin' throughout the summer.

P.E.++ Grades K-1 Period 3 #3-PE Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsAskastudent,“Whatisyourfavoritesubjectatschool?”andthereplyisoften, "P.E.!" Now P.E. can be extended into their summer. We will be highlight-ing favorite games and activities. As al-ways, an emphasis will be placed on fun, safety, sportsmanship, and respect.



Perform Through the Summer Grades 1–3 Period 1 #1–PS Includes $20 material fee $190 20 students If you like to sing, dance, and act, this is the class for you! Working together while learningtofindyourvoice,understandstage directions and improve listening skills will be incorporated in this fun, confidence-buildingclass.Studentswillshine in a live performance at the end of SEP.

Radical Readers Club for Boys Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–RB Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsLots of grown-ups like to join book clubs… why not have one for boys who love to read? Boys in this group will all read the same book, and we will spend time discussing our favorite parts, char-acters we like or dislike, and ways that our books remind us of our own lives. We’ll have book celebrations, art days, read-alouds, write-like-the-author days, and more —all to celebrate our shared love of reading.

Radical Readers Club for Girls Grades 2–3 Period 3 #3–RG Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsLots of grown-ups like to join book clubs… why not have one for girls who love to read? We will spend time discuss-ing our favorite parts, characters we like or dislike, and ways that our books remindusofourownlives.Forthefirstpart of the summer, we will read a novel together. For the second part, the girls will work in literature circles on another novel. Every week the girls will present book talks and every day, the girls will have some independent reading time.

Reading Camp Grade 1 Period 2 #2–RC Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–RC2 Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsLooking for a chance to strengthen and reinforce skills learned during the school year? This class is for you! Students will revisit and review grade level skills to developself-confidenceinreading.Stu-dentswillalsoworkonphonics,fluency& comprehension skills.

Really Fun Reading & Writing Grades K–1 Period 1 #1–RF Includes $15 material fee $190 15 studentsImmerse yourself in reading and writing foundational skills by creating journals, and books. Make your stories come alive by acting them out. You will also create artwork to express your stories.

Rope Climbing Extravaganza

Grades 2-3 Period 2 #2-RP Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsIf you enjoy rope climbing in your physi-cal education class then this class is for you! In this class you will climb straight and knotted ropes as well as spend time traversing a cargo net and rock-climbing wall. You will learn different belaying concepts while supporting one another while climbing. Equipment such as har-nesses, helmets, caribbeanners, and knot-tying ropes will be provided.

Science Wonders Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–SW Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsCalling all young scientists! Explore basic science concepts through hands-on experiments.Makescientificdiscoveriesthat are sure to impress your family and friends!

Sculpture and Ceramics Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–SC Includes $45 material fee $215 20 studentsRefineyourcreativeclayworkingskills.Learn more hand building and decora-tive skills. Explore new ways to express yourself through a variety of projects!

Social Learning Grades K–1 Period 1 #1–ST Grades 2-3 Period 2 #2-ST Includes $30 material fee $205 15 studentsIn this course, students will participate in active engagement targeting social skillsincludingflexibility,conversationskills, and self-regulation strategies. The course will consist of a mini lesson on a targeted skill along with guided practice on targeted skills. The curriculum will focus on Social Thinking Programs includ-ing, but not limited to: Zones of Regula-tion,SocialThinking,andSuperflex.Thiscourse is open to all students.

Sports Fans Publishing House Grades 1–3 Period 1 #1–PH Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsImagine what you can create to cheer on your favorite team! Use the computer and printer to publish graphic creations. In this class you will be able to Cheer on your favorite team! Create banners, posters, street signs, calendars, greeting cards, magnets, T-shirts, and caps! Enroll and sharpen your ability to use print design software!

Summer Orchestra for Early Elementary New!

Grades K-3 Period 1 #1-SO Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsAttention violin, viola, cello, and string bass players! Come play with other musicians your age in beginning orchestra! Players will be introduced to new skills and techniques on their orchestra instruments, experience what it’s like to play together in a large group ensemble, and learn some fun new songs. There will be a concert at the end! Prerequisite: One full year of private lessons

Tourney Time Grades 2-3 Period 2 #2-TT Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsGames come to life in a tournament setting. Just to name a few, students will get to practice their favorite team sports (B-Ball, Soccer, Football), individual sports (Frisbee Golf, Bocce Ball, Track and Field), and P.E. games (Tag, Bowling Pin Games, Jump Rope) and then apply their skills in a daily/weekly tournament setting. The focus of this class will be on learning how to win and lose appropriately. The focus will be thata“winner”isn’tjustsomebodywhooutscorestheotherteam.A“winner”is someone who plays with passion, compassion, and managed expectations no matter what the outcome is.



Wide World of Sports Grades 2–3 Period 1 #1–WW Includes $15 material fee $185 20 studentsDevelop and improve your skills in a variety of sports. Activities will include soccer, kickball, softball, basketball, relay races, tag, and others. Get ready for a great summer!

Write On For Girls or Boys! Girls Grades 2–3 Period 2 #2–WG Boys Grades 2–3 Period 3 #3–WB Includes $20 material fee $190 20 studentsIf you love to write and you love to share what you’ve written, this class is for you! We will write stories, poems, true stories, articles, and spend time every day sharing and helping one another improve our writing. At the end, we will put together books of our favorite work from the summer, and everyone will get his or her own copy!

Writing Camp Grade 1 Period 3 #3–WC Grades 2–3 Period 3 #3–WC2 Includes $25 material fee $200 15 students Looking for a chance to strengthen and reinforce skills learned during the school year? This class is for you! Students will re-visit and review grade level skills to developself-confidenceinwritingwhileusing graphic organizers to plan narrative & persuasive writing pieces. Students will explore journaling & poetry.

Writing! Reading! Art! Grades 1–2 Period 3 #3–WR Includes $20 material fee $190 20 studentsExplore the multiple connections of reading, writing, and arts by listening to and reading books. Students will write about their reading, create art projects to connect to their writing and readings, and read each other’s works.




Grades 4–7 Courses at Wilmette Junior High School

3D Printing & Engineering Design

Grades 4-7 (Beginners) Period 1 #1-TDP Grades 5-7 Period 2 #2-TDP Includes $30 material fee $205 15 studentsIn 3D Printing & Engineering Design students will learn engineering design software to create amazing printed prod-ucts using the 3D printer. Students have the ability to create any design they can imagine using the 3D design software. Use Tinkercard to make a 3D printed puzzle cube and much more. Students will also learn how they can design at home!

Advanced 3D Printing & Engineering Design

Grades 5-7 Period 3 #-TDP Includes $30 material fee $205 15 studentsIn Advanced 3D Printing & Engineer-ing Design students will improve their engineering design skills using software to create amazing printed products using the 3D printer. Take your design ideas to the next level. Enjoy using design soft-ware? This class is for you!

Animators Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–ANI Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsCreate your own animations using digital cameras and iMovie video editing software.Watchsome“StopMotionVideos”ontheInternettodecideifthisis the class for you. No prior computer skills are required. We will also use Adobe Photoshop to create animated .GIFs.

Around the World with Technology

Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–ATT Includes $5 material fee $175 20 studentsBecome a global citizen and learn more about technology tools! We will use Secretive, Glogster, Google Docs, Prezi, Comic Master, Wordle, Animoto, and many more fun technology tools as we learn about different parts of the world.

B.A.S.I.C. — Math(Basic Academic Skills Improvement Course) Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–BMA Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–BMA Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–BMA Includes $25 material fee $100See page 5 for this course description.

B.A.S.I.C. — Reading (Basic Academic Skills Improvement Course) Grades 4–5 Period 1 #1–BLA Grades 6–7 Period 2 #2–BLA Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–BLA Includes $25 material fee $100See page 5 for this course description.

Basketball Clinic Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–BBC Includes $5 material fee $175 20 studentsHow are your basketball techniques? Learn strategies to increase your skills as you compete with others who share the same interest in improving their basket-ball game.

Beginning Guitar Grades 5–7 Period 3 #3–GUI Includes $30 guitar & material fee $205 15 students Learn to play the guitar! This class will teach students with or without prior instrumental music experience how to tune a guitar, play simple melodies and chords, and how to improvise accompani-ments. Acoustic guitars will be provided.

Blast Off with Rockets Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–BOR Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–BOR Includes $65 material fee $235 20 studentsLearn how to build beginning Estes and Custom model rockets and launch them. Have fun while learning the basic con-cepts of physics, such as thrust, drag, and aerodynamics. Frequent launchings will be scheduled. Sign up fast, the sky’s the limit! Because of high enrollment demands, priority will be given to new students not previously enrolled in this class. Watch the video! Go to the district web site at www.wilmette39.org, and click on "For Parents" in the menu bar and choose "Summer Enrichment Program" to see a rocketry video.

Brain Benderz Grades 4–5 Period 2 #2–BBN Grades 6–7 Period 3 #3–BBN2 Includes $20 material fee $190 20 studentsExercise your brain over the summer! This course will offer daily activities to challenge your mind. Students will par-ticipate in activities involving numbers, words, pictures, matrices, logic puzzles, and more!

Camp National Novel Writing Month

Grades 6-7 Period 1 #1-CNW Grades 4-5 Period 2 #2-CNW Grades 6-7 Period 3 #3-CNW Includes $10 material fee $185 12 studentsNational Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo, is a great opportunity for budding novelists to brainstorm, write, and publish their own work. Using the National Novel Writing Month curriculum, students will begin to draft their own writing and create the next bestselling novel! Students will build writing stamina andconfidencewhileworkingonwritingskills and strategies.

Cooperative Games Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–CGS Includes $15 material fee $190 15 studentsParticipate in noncompetitive games and activities that stress teamwork and social skill development. This course is open to all students.

Creative Cookery Grades 4–5 Period 2 #2–CRC Grades 4–5 Period 3 #3–CRC Includes $30 material fee $200 20 students Enjoy the art of cooking! Create a vari-ety of recipes from main dishes to des-serts. Learn how to measure and follow directions as you prepare recipes that you can cook at home for your family. Make your own cookbook as you become the chef!

Creative Fashion Design Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–CFD Includes $35 material fee $210 12 studentsLearn how to create fashionable cloth-ing and accessories for yourself and your friends. We will begin with learning several hand-sewing techniques and cre-ate fashionable projects to practice the skills. We will progress to learning about the sewing machine and work on fun designs and patterns. No prior experi-ence needed.

WJHS TimesPeriod 1 8:40 A.M. – 9:30 A.M.Period 2 9:40 A.M. – 10:30 A.M.Period 3 10:40 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.Grade levels refer to 2018–2019school year placement.



Cross Country Conditioning Grades 4-5 Period 1 #1-CCC Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2-CCC 12 students $175Get ready for the cross country season, work on stamina and endurance for any of your chosen sports, or just get out and runwithfriends!Usinga“Couchto5K”training format, runners will build endur-ance as they add miles to their train-ing regimen. By the end of the session, students will run a 5K! Note: Runners will runonthefieldbehindWJHS,andonsurrounding residential sidewalks.

Digital Photography Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–DPO Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsJoin digital photography to enhance your picture taking and editing skills. Learn to take better photos with your phone, GoPro, tablet or digital camera. We will be using Photoshop, a professional digital editingsoftwaretoenhanceandfilterthe images. We will also create montage and collage artwork. Join this class on your own or with your friends. Photogra-phy is an essential tool for communica-tion today and in the future.

Digital Scrapbooking Grades 4-5 Period 1 #1-DSC Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2-DSC2 Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsUsing iPads, laptops, and various apps and free programs, you’ll be able to cre-atedifferenttypesof“memorybooks”to view digitally. These digital scrap-books make great gifts for Mother’s and Father’s Day, birthdays, holidays, or just to share with your friends.

Drawing and Painting Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–DAP Grades 4-7 Period 3 #3-DAP Includes $40 material fee $215 15 studentsThroughoutthefiveweeks,avarietyoftwo dimensional art techniques will be explored. Time will be spent nurturing drawing skills, exploring different types of paint medium including watercolor and acrylic on canvas, and blending 2D techniques for mixed-media/collage artwork. Prompts and project suggestions will be made for those who desire more direction, while others can satisfy their own creativity working with personal interests and style!

Films for Thought! New!

Grades 4-5 Period 1 #1-FFT Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2-FFT Grades 6-7 Period 3 #3-FFT Includes $15 material fee $185 20 studentsDocumentaryfilmseducate,inspire,motivate, and empower. In this club, we will watch documentaries on a variety of topics including sports, animals, poverty, hunger, the environment, literacy, and industrial farming. After each viewing, we'll discuss the issues and perspectives portrayed and make real-world connections to our own lives and communities. Because of the length of some movies, viewings will occur over more than one session. A list of documentaries will be provided to all participants. Have a suggestion for a documentary we should watch?

Flag Football Grades 6–7 Period 1 #1–FFO2 Grades 4–5 Period 3 #3–FFO Includes $20 material fee $190 20 studentsThis session will help students develop and improve their football skills and conditioning techniques. It will focus on throwing, receiving, punting and kicking off. Basic defensive and offensive strate-gies will be improved through organized game play. Emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship will be stressed.

From the Page to the Stage Grades 6-7 Period 1 #1-FPS Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2-FPS Grades 4-5 Period 3 #3-FPS Includes $10 material fee $185 12 studentsPracticereadingfluency,comprehension,and performance in this energetic class. Each week we will read and perform a different reader’s theater play. Students will also complete Common Core based reading activities for each play before we practice our performance skills.

Fun with Fitness Grades 4–5 Period 1 #1–FFF Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2-FFF Grades 6-7 Period 3 #3-FFF Includes $20 material fee $195 20 studentsDoyouwanttolearnmoreaboutfitness?Doyouwanttosetfitnessgoalsandstrive to meet them with a group of motivated individuals just like you? Sign up for FUN with FITNESS where we will focus on strength, conditioning, endurance,flexibility,andmuchmore.Wewilltackleavarietyoffitnessactivitiesandlearnhowtomakefitnessa part of our everyday life.

Fun with Physics Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2–FUN Includes $20 material fee $190 20 studentsEver wonder why things behave the way they do? In this class you will actively develop through hands-on learning and scientificknowledgealoveofphysicswith understandings applied to real life!

Golf Games Grades 4-7 Preiod 3 #3-GOL Includes $30 material fee $205 15 studentsAre you interested in the fundamentals of golf? Golf Games is a fun experience that will let kids explore everything golf. Whether you have experience on the links or are a beginner, this class is meant to be a mixture of learning real golf fundamentals with competitions in alternative golf games such as Real Golf, Frisbee Golf, Putt Putt, and more.Materials: Students will be asked to bring their own clubs. However students won’t need to bring their whole set. One or two clubs will be required any given day. Aschedulewillbesuppliedonthefirstday.

Hand-Sewing, Needlepoint, and Counted Cross Stitch, Oh My!

Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–CCC Includes $40 material fee $215 12 studentsIn this class students will learn the skills of hand-sewing, needle point and count-ed cross-stitch. Students will be using a needle and thread to follow patterns and later create original designs. No prior experience needed.




iMovie Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–IMO Includes $25 material fee $195 20 studentsProduce and star in a movie with friends. Possible projects include: Producing a “HowTo”video;filmingcommercialsforreal or imaginary products; editing your family home video and creating a travel video for your favorite vacation location. You will use the coolest iMovie edit-ing software. No prior computer skills required.

Integrated Learning Links Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–ILL Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–ILL Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–ILL Includes $30 material fee $30Integrated Learning Links addresses IEP goal areas, including motor skills, aca-demic skills, communication skills, and more, through the collaborative services and support of special education profes-sionals. Academic tasks, social interac-tions, games, and thematic groups will all be utilized in order to meet students’ needs and limit regression on IEP goals. Students may be eligible for 1, 2, or 3 periods of Integrated Learning Links.IEP teams will determine student eligibil-ity for the class and the number of peri-ods. This course is available to District 39 residents only.

Intro to Comic Book Art Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–ICB Includes $20 material fee $195 15 studentsWhether you are a newbie or a comic book groupie this class is for you. Explore comic books of all genres including man-ga,fantasy,sciencefiction,superhero,action/adventure, and humor. Students will acquire and develop skills to craft new characters and storyboards, working to create their own comics and drawings.

Jazz Band Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2–JZB Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsVarious styles of jazz band music will be studied in a traditional rehearsal and performance setting. A minimum of two years of band experience is required for enrollment. All band instruments plus piano, bass, and guitar are welcome.

Keyboarding Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–KEY Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–KEY Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsLearn how to keyboard using computer software that tracks your progress. Each student will work independently at his/her own pace. The software provides feedback regarding speed and accuracy. Once skill is acquired, students will practice by using interactive games from a variety of websites. Keyboarding is an extremely useful skill that will help in your everyday life. This is a beginning class.

Kitchen Science Grades 4–5 Period 3 #3–KIT Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsVinegar? Milk? Cornstarch? Flour? What’s so special about these ingredients? Discover and experiment with the basics of chemistry only using items that can be found in a kitchen. You will learn how to hypothesize (make predictions) and carryoutstepsofascientificexperimentand get to take home some of your “creations”alongtheway.Studentswillnot be eating or cooking as a result of their projects.

Learning Better English Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–LBE Includes $10 material fee $185 15 studentsIs English your second language? This course will focus on oral and written English communication. Have fun while sharpening your English skills. For ESL students.

Learning Links — Language Arts

Grades 4–5 Period 2 #2–MLA Grades 6-7 Period 3 #3–MLA2 Includes $30 material fee $30This class is designed to maintain the reading and writing skills of students receiving support services through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Areas of concentration are based on IEP goals, with a focus on reading comprehension and written expression. Student-to-staff ratio is low to facilitate individual and small group instruction. This course is available to District 39 residents only.

Learning Links — Math Grades 4–5 Period 3 #3–MMA Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2–MMA2 Includes $30 material fee $30This class focuses on maintaining the math skills of students receiving support services through an Individualized Educa-tion Plan (IEP). Hands-on and manipula-tive techniques and activities are used to strengthen and reinforce skills. Student-to-staff ratio is low to facilitate individu-al and small group instruction. A progress report will be sent home at the end of the program. This course is available to District 39 residents only.

Let's Go to the Movies Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–MOY Includes $15 material fee $185 20 studentsStudy different genres, how movies are made, special effects, famous actors, animation, Academy Awards, and how to be a movie critic.

Let's Move Grades 4-5 Period 2 #2-LTM Grades 6-7 Period 3 #3-LTM2 Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsAre you looking to become stronger, faster, quicker? Do you get bored sitting around and want something fun to do? The goal of this class is for you to have fun with friends while moving around! This class will help increase your speed, agility, and strength by combining elite level training drills with fun competi-tive activities that cater to any and all sports.Includedwillbeavarietyoffit-ness and teambuilding activities as well as some interactive health activities. If you are an athlete and looking to gain a competitive edge in your respective sports, or you would simply like to get into better shape, this class is for you! Students will be provided with various challenges and contests.

The Magic of Math Grades 4–5 Period 2 #2–MAG Includes $15 material fee $185 20 studentsEnjoy math games, riddles, and puzzles as you learn and apply problem solving strategies. Mind-stretching activities will sharpen your math skills with mental arithmetic and paper/pencil tasks. We will take a trip around the world and learn how to budget our money.


Master Chef Grades 6-7 Period 1 #1–MAS Includes $30 material fee $200 20 studentsEnjoy the art of cooking! Create a variety of recipes from main dishes to desserts. Learn how to measure, follow directions and work as a team, as you prepare recipes that you can cook at home for your family. Make your own cookbook as you become the chef

Math Camp Grades 4–5 Period 1 #1–MH3 Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2–MH4 Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsLooking for a chance to strengthen and reinforce skills learned during the school year? This class is for you! Students will re-visit and review grade level skills to developself-confidenceinmath.

Math Challenge Grades 6-7 Period 1 #1–MCH Includes $5 material fee $180 15 studentsProblem solve your way through some challenging math topics. Your developing skills will support algebra and geometry concepts. Games, puzzles, and logical reasoning are some of the areas to be explored.

Pinterest Crafts Grades 6-7 Period 3 #3-PNC Includes $40 material fee $215 15 studentsUsing Pinterest as our inspiration, we will create fun and exciting crafts for all dif-ferent types of interests. Make gifts for friends and family! Create decorations for summer parties! Make memories with new friends!

Public Speaking and Debate Grades 5–7 Period 3 #3–PSD Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsNever lose an argument again! Students will learn the skills and techniques of public speaking and debate. With a variety of exciting games, activities, and exercises, students will develop their speech and argumentation skills. Students will also practice research, cross-examination, and improvisation techniques in a fun, stimulating environ-ment. Students who are new to public speaking and debate as well as students who have taken a public speaking and debate course before are welcome.

Public Speaking With TED Talks

Grades 4-7 Period 1 #1-PWT Grades 4-7 Period 2 #2-PWT Includes $10 material fee $185 15 studentsExplore the art of public speaking and learn from TED Talks! Students will be introduced to the skills and techniques of public speaking, and they will have opportunities to get comfortable speak-ing in front of others in a stress-free, fun environment. Students will choose their own topics to explore and learn about. They will even get to create their own TED Talk videos, incorporating themesfromthebestsellerbook,“TalkLikeTed.”Wewillalsoplayavarietyofgames to help students get comfortable speaking while improving their skills. This class is great for students who are nervous about public speaking as well asconfidentspeakerswhowouldliketoimprove. All are welcome!

Racquets Anyone? Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–RAC Includes $5 material fee $180 16 studentsYep, badminton and pickleball are com-ing to the courts of the Summer Enrich-ment Program. Here is a way to have fun, while developing and improving your hand-eye coordination skills. Badminton and pickleball are easy to learn, but can develop into quick, fast-paced, competi-tive games for the more experienced players. Come rain or shine and join the fun.

Reading Camp Grades 4–5 Period 2 #2–RC3 Grades 6-7 Period 1 #1–RC4 Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsLooking for a chance to strengthen and reinforce skills learned during the school year? Do you really enjoy reading? Do you want to meet new people, learn new facts, and have adventures without leaving Wilmette? This class is for you! Through self- selected novels, shortnonfictionpieces,andindividualconferencing with the teacher, students will review grade level skills to increase selfconfidenceinreading.Studentswillhave time to read in class and will be encouraged to read their chosen novel at home as well.

Rocketry Revisited Grades 5–7 Period 2 #2–RRE Includes $65 material fee $235 20 studentsThis class is designed to further your love of rocketry and your skills in model rock-et building. Build and launch skill levels 2 and 3 Estes and Custom model rockets. Interested students must have previ-

ously taken “Blast Off With Rockets.” Because of high enrollment demands, priority will be given to students not previously enrolled in this class. Watch the video! Go to the district web site at www.wilmette39.org, and click on "For Parents" in the menu bar and choose "Summer Enrichment Program" to see a rocketry video.

Sculpture and Ceramics Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–ISC Grades 4–7 Period 2 #2–ISC Grades 4-7 Period 3 #3-ISC Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsLearn new ceramic techniques and improve your skills in working with clay and other sculptural media. Students will have opportunities to express themselves through a variety of projects.

S.E.E. Reading Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2-SEE Includes $15 material fee $190 15 studentsThis class is perfect for incoming 7th and 8th graders who want some dedicated time to read their Summer Enrichment Experience book and write their re-sponses. The teacher will "booktalk" the different options, students will be able to read during class, and the teacher will be able to assist students with complet-ing their response questions. It's a great way to complete your summer reading early!

Sewing and Quilting Grades 4–6 Period 1 #1–SEW Includes $40 material fee $215 15 studentsThis class will focus on learning the basics of a sewing machine and becoming more comfortable with using it to create sewing projects. Students will learn to trace and cut patterns, pin fabric, use a variety of stitches and sew seams to assemble projects. In addition, students will try their hand at quilting and make pillows. This is an excellent class for students who already love to sew or for those who want to learn a new and valu-able skill.



Social Learning Grades 4-7 Period 1 #1-TSO Includes $30 material fee $205 15 studentsIn this course, students will participate in active engagement targeting social skillsincludingflexibility,perspectivetaking, social communication skills, and self-regulation strategies. The course will provide opportunities for guided practice promoting positive peer interactions with a focus on problem solving, and the de-velopment of social cognitive skills. The curriculum will focus on Social Thinking Programs including, but not limited to: Zones of Regulation and Social Thinking. This course is open to all students.

Soccer Grades 4–7 Period 3 #3–SOC Includes $5 material fee $175 20 studentsThis is a fun, yet challenging class for students who enjoy soccer. There will be a mix of warm up activities, condition-ing, skill building, mini games, and full fieldscrimmages.Pleasebringawaterbottle.

Sports Writing and Broadcasting

Grades 4-5 Period 3 #3-SWB Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2-SWB2 Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsWrite sports columns and make documentaryiMoviefilmsaboutyourfavorite sports and sports teams—local, national, or global. This would be a fun, creative way to build informative and creative writing skills as well as to publish your work for an authentic audience.

Summer Chorus New!

Grades 4-7 Period 3 #3-SCH Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsDo you sing in the shower? Do you know all the words to The Greatest Showman? Then come join summer chorus and spend your summer singing with your friends! We will sing in a variety of musical styles, explore singing in harmony, and perform a concert at the end! Prerequisite : None

Summer Concert Band Grades 5–7 Period 1 #1–BAN Includes $15 material fee $185 20 studentsIf you would like to develop your musical skills while playing in a group, this course is for you. It is designed to improve playing ability, rhythmic independence, and musical understanding while playing a variety of 60s and 70s rock and pop tunes. Prerequisite: One full year of school band experience.

Summer Orchestra New!

Grades 4-7 Period 2 #2-SOR Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsDo you like playing your violin, viola, cello, or bass? Do you like learning new music and playing together with friends? Then this class is for you! Players will be introduced to new skills and techniques on their orchestra instruments while learning fun new songs. There will also be a concert at the end to show all we’ve learned! Prerequisite: One full year of school orchestra experience.

Volleyball Grades 5–7 Period 1 #1–VOB Includes $10 material fee $180 20 studentsThis fun class is for students who both want to learn and develop the volleyball skills of bumping, setting, serving, and spiking through drills and team play. Students will also work on offensive and defensive strategies.

Wide World of Sports Grades 4–5 Period 1 #1–WWS Includes $25 material fee $200 15 studentsDo you love sports? Develop and improve your skills in a variety of sports. Activi-ties will include kickball, softball, bas-ketball, soccer, and many others. Gear up for an active summer!

A World of Animation Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–WOA Includes $15 material fee $185 20 students Watch and discuss animated and live action movies from all over the world. Enjoy great stories told in many differ-ent styles. Study movies from Disney/Pixar, Dreamworks, and Japanese anime. Learn about different types of animation including computer animation and look inside different animation companies.

Writer's Workshop Grades 4–6 Period 1 #1–WRW Grades 6-7 Period 2 #2–WRW2 Grades 4–6 Period 3 #3–WRW Includes $15 material fee $190 15 studentsDo you love to spend time writing? This course, designed for students who love and excel at writing, will allow you to fine-tunetheessentialsofyouralreadywonderful writing into fabulous writing. Using your own interests as a spring-board, you will create polished pieces of all kinds via process writing and individu-al conferencing with the teacher.

Writing Camp Grades 4–5 Period 3 #3–WCN Grades 6-7 Period 3 #3–WCA Includes $25 material fee $200 15 students Looking for a chance to strengthen and reinforce skills learned during the school year? This class is for you! Students will revisit and review grade level skills to developself-confidenceinwriting.

Yoga for Youth Grades 4–7 Period 1 #1–YFY Grades 4-7 Period 2 #2-YFY Grades 4-7 Period 3 #3-YFY Includes $10 material fee $185 15 students Students will learn different yoga poses and sun salutations. Students will work onflexibility,strength,andbalancewhile increasing their body awareness andself-confidence.Yogamatsrecom-mended but not required.




This catalog is printed on recycled paper.

Dates

The 2019 Summer Enrichment Program will be held on weekday morningsforfiveweeks,beginning Wednesday, June 19, 2019 and ending Tuesday, July 23, 2019. School will not be in session on Thursday, July 4, 2019.

Location

This year’s program will be held at two campuses. Grades K–3 will be conducted at Romona School, 900 Romona Road and Grades 4–7 will be conducted at Wilmette Junior High School, 620 Locust Road.

Enrollment

Children who have completed any grade, Kindergarten through 7, may attend the Summer Enrichment Program. Students need not be residents of Wilmette District 39, except as noted. Students should register for the grade they will complete in June, 2019.

Schedule

Children may register for one, two, or three classes. All classes are 50 minutes long, with few exceptions.

Romona will be open from 8:20 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and Wilmette Junior High will be open from 8:35 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.

The periods are as follows:

Romona (K–3) Period 1 8:30 – 9:20 a.m. Period 2 9:30 – 10:20 a.m. Period 3 10:30 – 11:20 a.m.

Wilmette Junior High School (4–7) Period 1 8:40 – 9:30 A.M. Period 2 9:40 – 10:30 A.M. Period 3 10:40 – 11:30 A.M.

Corrections, Additions &

Cancellations

Check the District 39 web site, at www.wilmette39.org, under "For Parents > Summer Enrichment Program" for any class additions, changes, or cancellations that occur after this catalog was printed.

Summer Enrichment Program Information

Wilmette Public Schools Online Registration Guide

Select the Summer Enrichment Button

Click on the Summer Enrichment Button located on the Home Page.

Select the class for which you wish to register.

Select “Click Here to Register” to proceed with the registration process.

Visit the Wilmette Public Schools Web Store to REGISTER ONLINE!

https://Wilmette.RevTrak.net

If you have not already logged into or created a RevTrak account, you will be prompted to do so now using your Email Address and Password.

Select the exact participant you wish to register for the selected class. You may also select “A New Person” if they are not currently listed in your account.

*NOTE: The selected participant MUST be the name of the person attending the class.

Answer ALL required questions before clicking the Add to Shopping Cart or Continue Shopping buttons at the bottom of the page.

Within the Checkout screen, you can verify your billing address and Select a Payment Option, prior to hitting “Place Order”.

When you click “Place Order”, your payment will be processed and a Receipt will appear. Your receipt will also be emailed to the address on file.

Wilmette Public Schools Create-Reset Password Guide

If you do not have an account password with your school’s Web Store, or if you forgot your password, follow these steps to create or reset your RevTrak account password:

Create or Reset your Password by visiting: https://Wilmette.RevTrak.net

After opening your school’s Web Store, you will see a login box in the upper right of the screen

*NOTE: If the login box does not appear, click “LOGIN” from the top menu bar.

Click the “Forgot password?” link.

You will be required to enter the email address that was used when your account was created, and click “Send”.

An email will be sent to you with a link.

Click on the link in the email, and follow the prompts to create/reset your password.


Coordinating with the D39 Summer Enrichment Program

If your child will be in the Wilmette School District 39 Summer Enrichment Program at Romona School in the mornings between June 19 andJuly 23, he/she can still

spend the afternoons at a Wilmette Park District camp! Only the following camps are available to Summer Enrichment students:

• AFTERNOON ADVENTURES*

• JUNIOR DAY

• GREAT GILLSON

• SPORTS CAMP

• ARTS IN THE PARKS

* Afternoon Adventures Camp meets at Romona School; it is also available as a full-day camp option after July 23.

Transportation from District 39 Summer Enrichment Programs

Limited bus service is offered for children who will be attending Afternoon Adventure, Junior Day, Great Gillson, Sports, or Arts in the Park camp after participating in District 39’s Summer Enrichment program.

NOTE: Regardless of the time the students leave the Summer Enrichment programs they will only be bused by North Shore Transit (contracted by District 39) to their camps at 11:30 a.m. or after Third Period classes. If your camper attends the First or Second Period of Summer Enrichment you will be responsible for transporting your camper to camp. For more information contact District 39 Transportation Liaison, Michelle McGregor, at 847-512-6024. If your camper is attending Summer Enrichment through the Third Period you are eligible for a 10% discount on the camps listed above, excluding Afternoon Adventure Camp. Please contact the appropriate camp supervisors for the discounted camp fee.

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