Washington International School

PASSPORT TO SUMMER2016

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OPTIONS AGESJUNE JULY AUGUST

27–July 01 05–08 11–15 18–22 25–29 01–05 08–12

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ImmersionFrench/Spanish/Chinese

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FD $405 FD $330 FD $405 FD $405 FD $405 FD $405 FD $405

HD $205(3-5 only)

HD $165(3-5 only)

HD $205(3-5 only)

HD $205(3-5 only)

HD $205(3-5 only)

HD $205(3-5 only)

HD $205(3-5 only)

Intensive French/Spanish

7–11 $405 $330 $405 $405 $405 $405 $405

ESOL 5–16 $405 $330 $405 $405 $405 $405 $405

CIT 12-15 $890 $950

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FD $405 FD $330 FD $405 FD $405 FD $405 FD $405 FD $405

HD $205 HD $165 HD $205 HD $205 HD $205 HD $205 HD $205

Explorers 6–11

$405ArtMania

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$330ArtMania

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$405Kids Lab

or Engineer

Apprentices

$405Kids Lab

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$405 ArtMania

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Extended Day Care

3–16 $130 $105 $130 $130 $130 $130 $130

Bus 3–16

$75 one way

$60 one way

$75 one way

$75 one way

$75 one way

$75 one way

$75 one way

$130 both ways

$105 both ways

$130 both ways

$130 both ways

$130 both ways

$130 both ways

$130 both ways

Lunch 3–16

Full Week $40

Full Week $35

Full Week $40

Full Week $40

Full Week $40

Full Week $40

Full Week $40

Pizza Friday $8

Pizza Friday $8

Pizza Friday $8

Pizza Friday $8

Pizza Friday $8

Pizza Friday $8

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A Warm Welcome to You!

Welcome

Dear Parents and Campers,

Whether you are just getting to know us or have been returning to our camp over the years, we would like to extend a kind and warm welcome

to Passport to Summer 2016!

Our campers enjoy a unique summer experience that opens minds to an international and multicultural perspective through a wide range of programs from immersion or intensive language camps, to early childhood explorer camps, to specialty workshops with an international twist.

Washington International School’s Passport to Summer is a safe and nurturing environment, where children’s curiosity

is encouraged, appreciation of other cultures is celebrated and self-confi dence in one’s abilities is supported. A dedicated team of talented educators and staff accompany children and families over the course of their learning journey.

Children from all corners of the globe and all walks of life join us to share a memorable summer experience enriched with friendship, engaging activities and age-appropriate play meant to develop profi ciency in various languages.

All of us look forward to welcoming you to our learning community for an engaging summer full of laughter, discovery and friendship.

David SarpalDirector of Auxiliary Programs

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FeesFees can be found on the registration form or on the Camps-at-a-Glance grid.

Financial AidLimited fi nancial aid is available. Applications must be submitted by Apil 18. Please call or email to request the necessary documents.

HoursThe camp programs run from 8:45 AM to 3:00 PM. Camp is closed on July 4.

Dismissal3:00–3:15 PM

Extended HoursEarly Arrival: Camp begins at 8:45 AM but students may arrive beginning as early as 8:00 AM at no extra charge.After Camp Care: Weekly after camp care (from 3:15 to 6:00 PM) is provided for an additional fee. After care service may also be used on a drop-in basis for a $30 per day fl at fee.

Student-Teacher RatioAges 3 to 8: eight campers per teacherAges 9 to 16: ten campers per teacher

NurseA licensed certifi ed nurse is on staff.

SwimmingYounger campers (ages 3 to 5) enjoy water games on campus; campers ages 6 to 16 swim once a week at a nearby pool.

LunchCampers can either bring their own lunch or take part in our optional lunch or “Pizza Friday” programs. The menus meet the recommended daily allowances for vegetables, meat and starches and include a sandwich (whole wheat bread, bagels, wraps), a salad, fresh fruit and bottled water. Meals do not contain any nuts or pork.

TransportationTransportation is available for an additional fee (see registration form) to and from the World Bank and between the WIS campuses in Georgetown and Tregaron. The Tregaron Campus is located at 3100 Macomb Street NW. This service can also be used on a drop-in basis for a $20 per trip fl at fee.

Morning7:50 AM Pick up at Tregaron Campus8:10 AM Pick up at World Bank8:30 AM Arrive at Georgetown Campus

Afternoon3:40 PM Depart fromGeorgetown Campus4:00 PM Drop off at Tregaron Campus4:30 PM Drop off at World Bank

NOTE: World Bank stop is at H Street NW, between 18th and 19th Streets

Location: Washington International SchoolGeorgetown Campus1690 36th Street NWWashington, DC 20007

Open HousesMarch 5 and May 7

Information and Q & A Sessions: 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM

Tours at 10:20 AM, 11:20 AM and 12:20 PM

General Information

ContactsCamp Offi ce: 202-243-1791Fax: 202-243-1798

Camp Email: summercamp@wis.edu

Camp Director: David Sarpal202-243-1727sarpal@wis.edu

Administrative Assistants:Lilia Aparicio202-243-1792aparicio@wis.edu

Yannin Garcia202-243-1761yanningarcia@wis.edu

Summer Camp Website:www.wis.edu/summercamp

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er 2016please contact us at summercamp@wis.edu. Families must have a minimum of two campers attending Passport to Summer at the same time in order for the discount to be applied.

RefundsParents will be billed and are expected to pay for all services indicated on the registration contract whether or not the service has been used. Refunds will be issued for cancellations (from parents or guardians only, please) received in writing before May 2, minus the $150 non-refundable deposit. Full refunds are only issued if a program is canceled by WIS due to insuffi cient enrollment. No refunds will be issued for any cancellations after May 2. Make-up days are not available.

Adjustments to SchedulesCancellations will only be accepted until May 2. If space is available, additional

Early BirdA 5% discount is applied to registrations submitted before March 12, 2016.

Refer a FriendFamilies who refer another family who subsequently signs up for a 2016 Passport to Summer program will receive a 5% discount off one child’s camp tuition. Please note, the camper referred must be a fi rst-time registrant with Passport to Summer.During registration, please introduce us to your friend (email the friend’s name and your child’s name to summercamp@wis.edu) so we can apply the discount.

Family DiscountAny family registering two or more campers for 2016 Passport to Summerprograms will receive a 5% discount for each camper for all weeks that both siblings attend. The discount does not cover lunch and transportation and will not be applied to Financial Aid recipients. To receive the discount,

School) or charged to a MasterCard or Visa account. We do not accept American Express. A $30 fee will be assessed for all checks returned by the bank.

NOTE: All documents and payments must be sent to: Washington International SchoolPassport to Summer1690 36th Street NWWashington, DC 20007

DiscountsPassport to Summer discounts are applied before the fi nal balance is due on May 2. Families can get multiple “Refer a Friend” discounts but only a single Family discount. All discounts are valid through May 2.

Registration and PaymentTo register for any 2016 Passport to Summer program, please use the enclosed form or register online at www.wis.edu. If no form is included, please call WIS at 202-243-1791, visit www.wis.edu, or email summercamp@wis.edu.

Until May 2, a $150 non-refundable deposit must accompany the registration form to reserve a space in any program. This deposit is applied to tuition. Full payment is due no later than May 2. All registrations sent after May 2 must include full payment. Fees may be paid by check (payable to Washington International

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weeks or services may be added to the enrollment contract throughout the summer, but none may be subtracted after May 2. Transfers between programs are possible at all times provided space is available. All changes must be made in writing using an “Adjustment to Enrollment” form, which can be obtained by contacting us at summercamp@wis.edu or 202-243-1791.

Student BehaviorStudents are expected to behave appropriately at all times. In matters relating to safety, conduct and discipline on campus and during camp-sponsored activities, the faculty and staff will act in the place of parents and guardians. WIS reserves the right to exclude a camper temporarily or permanently if it deems this to be in the best interest of the camp or camper. There will be no refund as a result of a camper’s expulsion.

StaffPassport to Summerteachers, counselors and administrative staff come from many different countries. They are selected for their enthusiasm, experience and unswerving commitment to providing a safe, challenging and nurturing environment. Most of them are year-round WIS faculty, current WIS students or alumni.

Camp DirectorDavid Sarpal, Director of Auxiliary ProgramsPrior to his arrival at WIS, Mr. Sarpal spent six years working for the Campagna Center in Alexandria, Virginia. During his tenure at Campagna Kids, he served as Site Director and organized summer camp, as well as holding various roles within the organization ranging from Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator to the Director of Marketing & Communications. He earned an MBA from University of Maryland and received his Bachelor of Arts from Vassar College; he also has completed coursework in early childhood education. Mr. Sarpal is fl uent in Spanish and French and is conversant in Italian.

Administrative AssistantsLilia Aparicio, Administrative Assistant, Auxiliary ProgramsA WIS graduate (’98), Lilia Aparicio earned a B.A. in broadcasting, television and mass media from Temple University in 2002. Her experience at WIS has been wide-ranging, including working as a summer campteacher’s aid and teacher and now as part of the Auxiliary Programs administrative team. She also has been a primary school teacher’s assistant during the academic school year.

Yannin Garcia, Administrative Assistant, Auxiliary ProgramsA dual citizen of Colombia and the United States, Ms. Garcia worked as a tutor in aprimary school in Colombia before moving to the US in1996. She began work at WIS in 1999 as a Kindergarten teacher’s assistant in the Spanish Immersion program and taught Spanish, art and cooking in the summer and for after school programs before joining the administrative team.

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2016 Registration

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Student’s Name ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date of Birth ____________________________________________ Gender ____________________________________________________

Home Address in USA ________________________________________________________________________________________________

City _____________________________________________________ State _____________________________ Zip Code _______________

Parent 1 (Mr./Mrs./Ms.) _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Parent 2 (Mr./Mrs./Ms.) _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Parent 1 Home Phone ( ) _________________________________________________________________________________________

Work Phone ( ) ____________________________________ Cell Phone ( ) ________________________________________

E–mail _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Parent 2 Home Phone ( ) _________________________________________________________________________________________

Work Phone ( ) ____________________________________ Cell Phone ( ) ________________________________________

E–mail _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Current School ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Where did you hear about our program? ______________________________________________________________________________

FOR OUT–OF–STATE OR OVERSEAS STUDENTS ONLY

Other Address _______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Other Phone Numbers _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Please photocopy this and all forms for additional applicants.

SEND TO: Washington International School, Passport to Summer 1690 36th Street NW, Washington DC 20007

BALANCE OF TUITION DUE MAY 2. IF APPLYING AFTER MAY 2 FULL PAYMENT IS REQUIRED.

Please complete all four pages of this form and return it with your payment to the address listed. You may also enroll your child in Passport to Summer by applying online at http://www.wis.edu/summercamp.

Until May 2 a non–refundable $150 registration fee must be sent to reserve a place. After that date full payment must be included. (Please see Terms and Conditions of Enrollment and Payment in the brochure.) The Authorization and Emergency Medical Treatment forms may be returned now or before your child’s fi rst day at Passport to Summer.

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■ I have read and I agree to abide by the terms and conditions of enrollment and payment as stated.

■ I enclose a payment of $ ________________________ ■ check (check number) _________________________________________ ■ money order

■ Visa or ■ MasterCard # ___________________________________________________________________________ Exp. Date ____________________________

Cardholder ________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________________________ Date ___________

For offi ce use only. Do not write in this box.

TOTAL:

Student’s Name _____________________________________________________________________________Age _____________________

T-shirt Size Youth: ■ XS ■ S ■ M ■ L Adult: ■ S ■ M ■ L ■ XL

Language Immersion French, Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin) Ages 3–11Full Day: $405/week ($330 July 5–8)Half Day: $205/week ($165 July 5–8)

■ French■ Spanish■ Chinese (Mandarin)

■ Full Day■ Half Day

(optional for ages 3 to 5 only)

■ June 27–July 1■ July 5–8■ July 11–15■ July 18–22 ■ July 25–29■ August 1–5■ August 8–12

■ June 27–July 1 . . Option: _______________________________ ■ July 5–8 . . . . . . Option: _______________________________ ■ July 11–15 . . . . . Option: _______________________________■ July 18–22 . . . . . Option: _______________________________■ July 25–29 . . . . . Option: _______________________________■ August 1–5 . . . . .Option: _______________________________■ August 8–12

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Language Intensive French, Spanish Ages 7–11Full Day: $405/week ($330 July 5–8)■ June 27–July 1■ July 5–8■ July 11–15■ July 18–22 ■ July 25–29■ August 1–5■ August 8–12 ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESL)Ages 5–16 Full Day: $405/week ($330 July 5–8)■ June 27–July 1■ July 5–8■ July 11–15■ July 18–22 ■ July 25–29■ August 1–5■ August 8–12

ExplorersAges 6–11Full Day: $405/week ($330 July 5–8)

Budding ExplorersAges 3-5Full Day: $405/week ($330 July 5–8)Half Day: $205/week ($165 July 5–8)

■ Full Day■ Half Day (optional)

■ June 27–July 1■ July 5–8■ July 11–15■ July 18–22 ■ July 25–29■ August 1–5■ August 8–12

Counselor in TrainingAges 12–15$890Full Day■ June 27–July 15

$950Full Day■ July 18–August 5

Transportation June 27–August 12 $75 one way/week$130 both ways /week■ June 27–July 1■ July 5–8 ($60/$105)■ July 11–15■ July 18–22 ■ July 25–29■ August 1–5■ August 8–12

Morning ■ World Bank to Georgetown■ Tregaron to Georgetown Afternoon ■ Georgetown to Tregaron■ Georgetown to World Bank

Extended Day Care $130/week ($105 July 5–8)■ June 27–July 1■ July 5–8■ July 11–15■ July 18–22 ■ July 25–29■ August 1–5■ August 8–12

Lunch$40/week ($35 July 5–8)$8 for Friday Pizza only

■ Lunch■ Pizza Friday only

■ June 27–July 1■ July 5–8■ July 11–15■ July 18–22 ■ July 25–29■ August 1–5■ August 8–12

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Student’s Name ___________________________________________________________________________

Pick-up Authorization

My child will leave with:

Name ___________________________________________________ Name ___________________________________________________

Relationship to Camper __________________________________ Relationship to Camper __________________________________

Mobile Phone ____________________________________________ Mobile Phone ____________________________________________

Home Phone ____________________________________________ Home Phone _____________________________________________

Work Phone _____________________________________________ Work Phone _____________________________________________

Local Address ___________________________________________ Local Address ___________________________________________

_________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________

Field TripsI give permission for my child to take part in all Passport to Summer activities, including sports and fi eld trips. I understand that my child is expected to abide by rules set by Passport to Summer staff and that they take every precaution to ensure the safety of all children during sports and fi eld trips. I understand, however, that accidents do occur and agree that I will not hold Washington International School Passport to Summer, its personnel, or the chaperones responsible for any accidental harm that may befall my child. Please initial to consent. _______________

Photographic ReleaseSubmission of this contract grants the School permission for employees and authorized students to use, without compensation, photographs of the enrollee named herein in publications and other institutional and promotional programs. Please initial to consent. _______________

Signature of Parent/Guardian _________________________________________________ Date __________________________________

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Does your child have any allergies? (insect stings, animals, food, medicine, pollen, other) _______________________________

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PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION

If your child has a severe allergy or condition requiring prescription medication, please provide the summer camp nurse

with properly labelled medication and a completed medical form, signed by a physician. Any medication that requires

administration during program hours must also include a completed medication form signed by a physician. To request a

medication form, please contact Lilia Aparicio at aparicio@wis.edu.

NON-PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION

Parental consent is required for use of the following: acetaminophen (Tylenol or generic brand), ibuprofen, Benadryl (oral

and topical), Tums, antacid, sunscreen, fi rst aid ointment or spray. A non-prescription consent form must be fi lled out by

a parent and a physician and submitted to the Passport to Summer offi ce in order for the medication to be administered.

OTHER CONCERNS

Please provide any information we should know about your child that can help us care for him/her more effectively

(sleepiness, shyness, tires easily, picky eater, other).

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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IN CASE OF MEDICAL EMERGENCY Please provide the names of two persons to call when parents cannot be reached.

1. Name ________________________________________________ Phone ( ) _________________________________________________

2. Name ________________________________________________ Phone ( ) _________________________________________________

Child’s Doctor Name ___________________________________ Phone ( ) _________________________________________________

Insurance Carrier ______________________________________ Policy Number ______________________________________________

In the event that my child becomes ill or is involved in an accident and I cannot be reached, I authorize Passport to Summer

personnel or chaperones to obtain the necessary medical treatment. I accept responsibility for any necessary expense

incurred in such medical treatment. Please initial to consent. ________

Signature of Parent/Guardian _______________________________________________________ Date ____________________________

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Our Language Immersion Camps are

designed for non-native speakers but welcome students of all levels, allowing them to explore language, customs and cultures in an interactive project-based classroom. Campers learn new expressions, words, and phrases and apply what they have learned in a wide range of activities, including games, songs, dances, crafts, stories and dialogs. Forty-fi ve minutes to an hour of sports and games twice a week are also part of the program.

Students are divided by age into small groups to ensure maximum individual attention, with an eight to one student-teacher ratio. In addition, when possible, campers ages 6 to 11 are separated by levels, but they

Immersion

Ages 3 to 11

French, Spanish or Chinese (Mandarin)full day, 8:45 am–3:00 pmhalf day option for3 to 5 year-olds only,8:45 am–12:00 pmweekly, June 27–August 12

PROGRAM FOCUS■ Introduce and/

or expand basic expressions, words, and phrases

■ Develop listening and speaking skills, with exposure to reading and writing for the older campers

■ Expose campers to new cultures

MAIN OUTCOMES■ Improved familiarity

and confi dence with a new language

■ Increased appreciation of cultural differences

■ Enhanced interest in language learning

also take part in activities that combine beginners and more advanced students. This challenges beginners and gives experienced speakers the opportunity to help others in a nurturing and fun environment. As with all WIS language programs, all of our teachers are native speakers.

Lunch, recess, and quiet time conclude the morning session for our younger campers.

Campers also enjoy fi eld trips and international events on site. Children 6 and older swim once a week at a nearby pool where the ratio of students to adults is four to one and children are divided by level. Water play on campus for our youngest children includes water tables, sprinklers and lots of laughter.

Intensive

Ages 7 to 11

French, Spanish full day, 8:45 am–3:00 pmWeekly, June 27–August 12

PROGRAM FOCUS■ Introduce and/or

develop vocabulary, grammar, and syntax

■ Develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills

■ Expand understanding of other cultures

MAIN OUTCOMES■ Improved fundamental

listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills

■ Increased fl uency and self-confi dence in another language

■ Increased appreciation of cultural differences

Designed specifi cally for students who

already are familiar with the language and seek either some reinforcement or improvement of their skills, our intensive

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organized around a weekly theme through readings, conversations and special programs. Students work on grammar and conversation skills, as well as vocabulary acquisition.

Each week there will be time for fi eld trips and on-campus extension activities. The fi eld trips are to locations enhancing a student’s understanding of the weekly theme. These trips include visits to museums, Washington landmarks and excursions to nearby cities and towns. ESOL students also participate in hands-on workshops which afford them opportunities to interact with campers who are native English speakers.

This program is a wonderful way for international students to learn English, make new friends from around the world and discover some of the many sights around the DC metropolitan area.

Languages

The ESOL immersion program provides

international students an opportunity to learn and practice English. The purpose of the program is to reinforce or introduce students to written as well as oral aspects of the English language, with a strong emphasis on verbal communication. Students take a placement test on the fi rst day to determine profi ciency. Instruction is

the Washington, DC area with an emphasis on history and culture

MAIN OUTCOMES■ Increased familiarity

and confi dence with the English language

■ Improved language skills

■ Enhanced knowledge of American culture and history

programs combine academic instruction in the morning with project-based activities in the afternoon. Students will be placed in appropriate learning groups based upon their level of language ability.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Ages 5 to 16

8:45 am–3:00 pmweekly, June 27–August 12

PROGRAM FOCUS■ Introduce and/or

expand knowledge of basic expressions, words, and phrases

■ Develop listening and speaking skills, with added emphasis on reading and writing for more advanced campers

■ Emphasize colloquial language use and fl uency for more advanced students

■ Discover and explore

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Budding Explorers

Ages 3 to 5

full day, 8:45 am–3:00 pmhalf day option8:45 am–12:00 pmweekly, June 27–August 12

PROGRAM FOCUS■ Nurture children’s

natural curiosity■ Develop artistic and

physical expressions through creative play

■ Encourage socialization

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or in groups. Music, creative arts, water play, literature, movement and games, science and technology, and outdoor activities are all part of the fun for our youngest campers. Early childhood teachers and assistants work together to create a friendly and comfortable atmosphere conducive to learning, having fun and making friends.

After lunch younger children have an opportunity to wind down during quiet time before resuming their activities.

MAIN OUTCOMES■ Increased autonomy

and confi dence■ Enhanced social skills

Designed for children ages 3 to 5, this

stimulating program encourages exploration and offers wonderful growth opportunities, as well as tempting glimpses of the diverse world in which we live. Each week is organized around a theme and our Budding Explorers investigate, inquire, experiment and discover by themselves, with a friend

can take home. They will work with textures, colors, shapes and forms to make jewelry, fashion clay bowls, mold three-dimensional sculptures, or use their imagination to produce an original painting.

Engineer Apprentices June 27–July 1, July 5–8, July 11–15

Activities focus on engineering and robotics, using Lego Mindstorms NXT. Campers will have time to explore and invent their own robotics solutions and develop science, technology, engineering and math skills by building and

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Explorers

Ages 6 to 11

8:45 am–3:00 pmweekly, June 27–August 12

PROGRAM FOCUS■ Provide opportunities to

explore a wide range of activities

■ Acquire or develop task-specifi c skills

■ Promote collaboration and teamwork as well as individual achievement

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MAIN OUTCOMES ■ Increased ability to apply skills to new situations

■ Enhanced social competencies

Each week campers will have the choice between

two workshops. Each workshop encompasses a wide range of possible activities related to the central theme. Campers will be free to focus on a particular interest or to sample as many as are offered. Swimming and sports and games will round out the program.

Workshop Options

ArtMania June 27–July 1, July 5–8, August 1–5

From painting to jewelry making and mosaics to sculpture, campers will experiment with mixed media, work with tiles and glass, and create a variety of treasures they

programming smart robots in a natural, step-by-step hands-on learning process.

Young Chefs July 18–22 and July 25–29This summer, we’ll take aspiring young chefs on a culinary journey to faraway places and share the exotic fl avors of an assortment of cuisines. We will also explore US regional cuisines. Young chefs will also learn basics in kitchen safety, proper food handling, cooking and baking techniques, presentation, table setting and manners.

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Ready, Set, Go!August 1–5, August 8–12Get on your marks, get set, and jump into a week of races and challenging activities that will immerse kids in reading, writing and mathematics. Campers will take part in sports and games, and work on their organizational and study skills in the afternoon. They also will go swimming once a week.

Sounds of MusicJuly 25–29Let’s take a trip around the worlds of music and sounds, instruments and voices, rhythms and harmony. Campers will explore the sounds of nature, human voices, music and instruments from many cultures and eras. They will also create their own music with traditional instruments and instruments they invent and make.

Kids LabJuly 11–15 and July 18–22Build a compass, create a tornado and get answers

to lots of fun questions as we explore the magical world of science through gooey, slimy and funny experiments. Themes include biology, plants, animals, astronomy, physics and chemistry. You will also explore science you can sink your teeth into while creating concoctions that taste good! Learn what fl owers are safe to eat, discover what cool or hot chemical reactions happen as we cook, and grow your own food. Also explore cuisines from around the world to plan an international lunch.

8:45 AM–3:00 PMTwo Sessions: June 27–July 15July 18–August 5

Join us for a special three-week leadership

development program designed for teens who want to become camp counselors, under the mentoring of one of WIS’s experienced teachers. Using proven online training resources combined with classroom instruction and hands-on experience, you will gain the skills needed to become every camper’s favorite

counselor. You will learn effective teaching methods, sharpen your communication skills, and develop leadership competences. You will be engaged in all aspects of campus life, from supervising recess to accompanying campers to the pool and on fi eld trips, as well as planning special activities for various age groups. Rounding off your training is an exploration of the different stages of child development, individual styles and needs as well as health and safety on and off campus.

Specialty Camps

Washington International School3100 macomb street nwwashington dc 20008-3324202-243-1800www.wis.edu

Camp Offi ce: 202-243-1791Fax: 202-243-1798

Camp Email: summercamp@wis.edu

Camp Director: David Sarpal202-243-1727sarpal@wis.edu

Administrative Assistants:Lilia Aparicio202-243-1792aparicio@wis.edu

Yannin Garcia202-243-1761yanningarcia@wis.edu

Summer Camp Website:www.wis.edu/summercamp

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