Welcome to Kids’ CollegeLeesburg

Held at Lake Sumter State College9501 US Hwy 441, Leesburg, FL 34788

Kids’ College Registration Office: (352) 365-3556

How to Register:Online: Easiest & Earliest

Way to Register

Mail-In & Drop-Off:Registrations Accepted Immediately

Drop-Off Accepted:Drop-off registrations will be accepted and added to the mail-in registrations.

Online Registration: You may submit your registration and payment online!

To do so, visit www.LSSC.edu/kidscollege and click on the registration link for the correct campus.

Faxed in Registration accepted: 352-435-5044

Parents! Please Be Aware ofONE Deadline For ALL Programs!

Last Day to Register without a Late Fee:Wednesday, May 23, 2018

Late Registration Fee Begins for All Programs:Thursday, May 24, 2018

If space is available, a $25 late registration fee will be added.

Last Day to Register with a Late Fee:Friday, May 25, 2018

Avoid Registration Delay:To avoid delays in registration, mark 3 choices for each class period your child will be attending. Do not select your 1st choices as 2nd and 3rd choices in other periods because if your first choice is full one period, we will automatically look to see if it is offered and available another period. We need to have other choices to select from when a class is full.

Kids’ College T-Shirt & Cap (optional):• $16 for Cap • $16 for T-Shirt• $27 for bothwhen pre-ordered with registration.

If purchased after registration:$16 Cap, $16 Shirt or both for $32

The Best Way To See The Program At A Glance Is To Look At The

Registration Form.

Register Early, Don’t Delay!

Program 1 • June 4 - June 14 (8 days)• 8 Mornings, 9:00 to 12:15 p.m. • 8 Afternoons, 12:45 to 4:00 p.m.

Late Care: 4:00-5:30 p.m., 8 days

Program 2 • June 18 – June 28 (8 days)• 8 Mornings, 9:00 to 12:15 p.m. • 8 Afternoons, 12:45 to 4:00 p.m.

Late Care: 4:00-5:30 p.m., 8 days

Program 3 • July 9 - July 19 (8 days) • 8 Mornings, 9:00 to 12:15 p.m. • 8 Afternoons, 12:45 to 4:00 p.m.

Late Care: 4:00-5:30 p.m., 8 days

No Fridays!

Fees Half & Full Days:• First Time Participant of Kids’ College: $ 12

• Program 1 (8) Half Days: $106 (8) Full Days: $212• Late Care: $40, 8 days• Late Care: Minecraft: $50, 8 days

• Program 2 (8) Half Days: $106 (8) Full Days: $212• Late Care: $40, 8 days• Late Care: Minecraft: $50, 8 days• Late Care: Science with Candy Creatures: $50, 8 days

• Program 3 (8) Half Days: $106 (8) Full Days: $212• Late Care: $40, 8 days• Late Care: Minecraft: $50, 8 days

Sign up for Late Care on the registration form.

Processing Fee (only if changes):Due to the popularity of the program and the tracking/paper work involved, we must charge a $20 processing fee for change of class once registered. To avoid this fee, please take time to discuss all classes with your child so you will register them in the appropriate classes the first time.

Refunds:Because of the processing time involved, we must retain a $50 fee if you choose to withdraw your child from a session. The balance will be refunded as long as you personally contact the Continuing Education Office and follow-up with a written notice ten days before session begins. Due to the popularity of the program, this will allow us a chance to let someone else have your spot.

Special Notes

For The SaFeTy oF all Children:You will be required to park and come into the gymnasium to check out your child.

If dropping off or picking up your child outside the normal drop-off and pick-up times listed, you must park and come to the Kids’ College Office, to check your child in or out with the teacher or staff.

Supervised Drop-Off and Pick-up TimesThis will take place in the gymnasium during supervised times listed below.

ConFirmaTion leTTerS:You will receive a confirmation letter by email and instructions on how to access your child’s schedule online approximately 2 weeks after your child has been registered. If you do not receive a schedule, you may pick up your child’s schedule of classes on the first day of Kids’ College.

inFormaTion Table:On the first day of each Kids’ College program you can stop by the Magnolia Room and pick up schedules or ask any questions.

• Program 1: June 4, Monday 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. • Program 2: June 18, Monday 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. • Program 3: July 9, Monday 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

rainy dayS:On rainy days, outdoor activities will move inside. No make-up days will be held if unforeseen weather disrupts Kids’ College.

age levelS For ClaSSeS:There are classes offered every period specifically for the younger and older students. If a class does not list grade level, all grade levels may enroll.

drop-oFF TimeS:• 7:30 – 9:00 a.m. Arrive for Morning Session• 12:15 – 12:40 p.m. Arrive for Afternoon Session

piCk-up TimeS:• 12:15 – 12:40 p.m. After Morning Session• 4:10 – 4:35 p.m. After Afternoon Session• 5:10 – 5:30 p.m. After Late Care

When to Arrive...

Our 30th Year! 83 Classes To Choose From and 28 NEW!

morning SeSSion:• Arrive 8:30-9:00 a.m., Gymnasium• 7:30-8:30 Complimentary Early Care

aFTernoon SeSSion:• Arrive 12:30 p.m., Gymnasium

perFormanCe dayS:If your child is performing, you are welcome to come in and view the performance the last day of each program. Performances usually take place from 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. that day. Watch for more information to come home with your child.

aFTernoon STudenTS:Students should arrive early, around 12:10 on performance days and morning students might want to stay until 12:45 p.m. on that day:

perFormanCe daTeS:• Program 1: June 14, Thursday • Program 2: June 28, Thursday • Program 3: July 19, Thursday

Leesburg: Kids’ College 2018Acting: Bad to the Bone Bring on the Bad Guys: Villains, Witches & Evil Queens in theatre movies and literature. Sometimes it’s good to be bad, in stories anyway. This class takes an in-depth look at the creations of classic, modern, and personally created villains. Learn and explore the laugh, the look, the walk, the talk and then get the chance to act them out! Instructor: Kaitlin Baxter

Acting: Excitement of Musical TheatreDo you dream of being a star on Broadway? This class will teach you what it takes to be a professional performer. Learn the hip, hooray, and ballyhoo of 42nd Street. Perform scenes and songs, study the techniques used in auditions, and become skilled with stage directions and movement. At the end of the class, perform in a musical theatre variety show, filled with singing, dancing, and acting. All new material for 2018! Instructor: Kaitlin Baxter

Acting: Improvisation Grades 4-9Did you know that some actors don’t even use scripts? Instead they make it up on the spot using their imagination! Come play games, have a laugh, and learn a technique that’s useful both inside and outside of theatre. Every day will be something new. Instructor: Kaitlin Baxter

Acting: Technical Theatre Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of a theatrical production? What goes on backstage? How do directors create a show? Explore shoe-box set dioramas, colored lighting effects, costumes, make-up and sound effects as you learn about the technical side of theatre. Put on a puppet theatre presentation using all the technical elements you create. Instructor: Marni Whitehead

Acting: The Wright Stuff Have you ever wanted to write a play? Do you wonder what happens on paper before an actor even picks up a script? How do you create rich characters and fun dialogue? After learning the basics of playwriting, you will write a scene that you and classmates will perform in front of a live audience. Join the fun as you move from author to playwright to actor! Instructor: Marni Whitehead

Angry Birds Live The survival of the Angry Birds is at stake. Dish out revenge on the greedy pigs who stole their eggs. Use the powers of the birds to destroy the pig’s defenses. Players build a structure and launch an Angry Bird in an attempt to knock it and the pigs down to win points. The popular video game comes to life as players pull back a slingshot loaded with Angry Birds and let them fly at the pigs. Instructor: Kevin Danielson

ArcheryCan you hit the bull’s eye? Go for the gold and win award stickers as you master the basic steps in using a bow and arrow. Students will learn safe shooting techniques. Or with prior experience in Archery, you will improve your archery skills by learning advanced aiming techniques, shooting from greater distances and enjoying challenging new games. The course will end with games including a balloon shoot and an official tournament with award ribbons. Instructor: Cassandra Gamble

Art: 2D Students will use 2D drawing techniques to create artwork to be painted with neon & watercolor paints. Some artworks will be finished using marker or colored pencil. We will also use zentangling to create a doodle style artwork, neon posters, and 3-point perspectives and landscapes. Instructor: Susie Kirkland

Art: Amazing 3DStudents will use sculpture techniques to create realistic large scale Paper Mache artworks or animals/characters/objects. We will also make sculptures using wood and create a string/nail art of with your own name. Instructor: Susie Kirkland

Art: CeramicsStudents will explore hand building techniques of coil, slab and some pinch to create ceramic pieces. We will explore some new materials to enhance our pottery like glimmer stones and glass. We will create up to four take home pieces of art in our short time together. Our special bonus will be a turn at the pottery wheel on our last day together! Bring a spare shirt and come play in the clay with us. Instructor: Susie Kirkland

Art: Doodle Ball Let your creativity flow as you practice creating different doodles, designs and drawings! No artistic skills? No worries! Practicing artist? Come practice some more! Learn and teach others how to create dream doodles, designs, dangles, and tangles! Class finale is a 3-D Doodle Ball! Art doesn’t have to be difficult. Bring an open mind and sharpened pencils! Instructor: Kelly Nadboralski

Art: Star Wars Use the force to find your inner artist. Create galaxies and planets with fun painting techniques. Students will create droid artworks featuring R2-D2 and BB-8, as well as a torn paper Chewbacca. Each student will make a star fleet with space shuttles, for action figures, and Tie and X-Wing fighters from recycled materials. Shadow puppets will allow each artist to act out their favorite battle scene. Instructor: Kristine Minner

Babysitting, Earning and Learning Easy Snacks Grades 5-9As you focus on basic childcare techniques, you will learn how to feed, diaper and bathe a baby. The class will focus on information needed to become a responsible babysitter. You will gain useful tips on how to acquire the necessary information needed from prospective clients. You will also make some nutritious and fun snacks. Instructor: Connie Bame

Basketball Grades 2-6 & Grades 4-9Learn the FUNdamentals of dribbling, passing, and shooting a basketball through our daily drills, games and team competitions. Students will be grouped according to age, size, and ability. Coach: Ariel Betancourt

Baton TwirlingHave a fun and exciting time with baton twirling, flag batons, hoops and more. Students will have the opportunity to learn a complete routine and perform in front of an audience, in just eight days! Batons will be provided, or students may order their own baton for $20 at the first class. Come have a blast with our newest tricks and routines! Instructor: Emily Pelton

Board Games/Family FunLong before there was the Xbox or Play Station, even before Nintendo, there were board games to keep kids occupied and entertained. Thankfully, board games have survived the onslaught of computer games and gaming systems. Board games let families and friends spend quality time together to get to know each other. Board games are universal and timeless in their appeal, with each culture creating games to unwind and relax; play and learn how to play different board games with us! Instructor: Chris Baltunis

Leesburg: Kids’ College 2018Bugs, Bugs, Bugs Grades 2-6 Explore the world from a bug’s eye view. Learn about different bugs that you might encounter in different habitats, including your own backyard. Build a bug habitat and find out the role that different bugs play in our lives. Come and join us and learn all about the creepy, crawly things that you encounter in our community. Instructor: Alia Perrone

Building a Miniature Golf Course Grades 3 – 9This is your chance to design a fun, challenging, and exciting putt-putt golf course that every kid would want to play. You will work with a team to design and build the ultimate golf course hole made of recycled materials. When the course is built, we will play a miniature golf tournament with prizes for the best design and top scoring golfers. Please collect a bag full of recyclable cardboard, plastic soda bottles, and other items that would make good obstacles in your course. Instructor: Marni Whitehead

Chemical Attraction Grades 2-6 & Grades 5-9Explore some of the simple chemical reactions that occur in our everyday lives. Investigate chemical reactions that take place in our kitchens, our yards and our environment. Perform exciting experiments to investigate how these interactions can help us in our daily experiences. We will create crystals; make rock candy, lava lamps, and silly putty. Watch fireworks in milk and clouds in bottles. Enjoy these treats and many more in our adventures! Instructor: Alia Perrone

ChessChess is truly the world-wide board game. Learn the basic moves and strategies of this game that never grows old. There will be plenty of practice and play time. Instructor: Chris Baltunis

Computer Movie Maker Grades 2-6 & Grades 4-9Using the free Windows Movie Maker, you will learn to import photos, videos and audio to create your own movies. Then you will enhance them with effects, transitions and themes for your own wonderfully creative production. Digital pictures are required and can be brought in using cameras, phones, USB drives or retrieved from the Internet or cloud storage. Instructor: Jordan Ritter

Computers, Design a Game World Grades 5–9Week 1: Working in teams, the students will create a video game through storyboards and computer programs. With help from the Internet, they will design characters and landscapes. They will then present their games to the Board of Directors (the class) who will determine the best game presented. Week 2: The student will create their own personal game through the use of a software program. The program and games created by them and their fellow students will be made available to take home at the final session. Instructor: Kevin Von Maxey

Cool Paper Crafts Students will create art projects and crafts made from paper. Activities will include Origami, Quilling, paper mosaic, pop-up cards, envelope books, 3D forms, paper masks & paper airplanes. Come experience all the fun ways to “play” with paper. Instructor: Kristine Minner

Creative Play: Imaginations Run Wild! Come take a journey into your own creative mind where our imaginations will be unleashed through fun activities such as Who’s Line Is It, Story Pop, What’s Inside You Decide, Grab Bag Writing, and more! The possibilities are endless in this class that will have you creating, writing, and acting! New activities and topics during each session of KC! Instructor: Kelly Nadboralski

Crochet 101 This class will teach basic stitches needed to begin projects such as scarves, pot holders and dish towels. These basic stitches can be used to create larger projects such as wraps, baby blankets and more. Students will need to have their own crochet hook (Size H, I, or J) and one to two skeins of yarn (one worsted weight and one cotton) in colors of their choice. Instructor: Kelly Nadboralski

Dance: Around the World Take a trip around the world through the movement and fun of dance! Explore various cultures and some of their traditional dances in a fresh and kid-friendly way. Learn dances from Ireland, Russia, Africa, South America, and more. At the end of the session, students will put on a recital for family and friends showcasing all they have learned about these cultures and dances. Instructor: Kaitlin Baxter

Dance, Dance, DanceWhile using today’s top 40’s music, students will learn dance steps and moves with rhythmic patterns. This class will be concerned with learning technical dance skills – ballet/lyrical, jazz/hip-hop, and choreography. Students will also learn how to present themselves to an audience and work to strengthen that presentation with different theatrical skills. Expressing oneself through movement is the basis of this class. Instructor: Briana Davis

Edible Math Grades 3-6 Math can be fun but can be even better using food. We will learn about shapes, fractions, area, volume, percentages, measurement, graphing and more using pretzels, chocolate bars, Cheez-its and other food items that we will then get to eat. So come join us and improve what you know about math, have fun creating shapes to learn and enjoy eating the snacks. Instructor: Reiko Alsobrook

Experience Japanese CultureHave you ever wanted to travel to Japan? Well you can, during your visit to Kids College. Learn how to count in Japanese, how to write your name in Japanese, and how to use chopsticks. Also, learn how to transform ordinary paper into amazing animals and objects. You will also learn the Japanese art of calligraphy. Instructor: Reiko Alsobrook

Felt Applique’ & Hand Sewn Crafts Grades 5-9 Students will learn the basics of sewing by hand to include threading a needle, tying knots, basic stitches, and making patterns. Projects will include items such as a mini-tote bag and Christmas stocking made from felt. Instructor: Kristine Minner

Field Day Every Day Are you ready to have lots of fun? “Field Day Every day” is all about having fun, from hippity hop relay to plunger relay. Students will learn how to develop their motor skills better by applying it to the fun games and activities that we will encounter. We also learn what teamwork is by working with others. There will be lots of fun activities each day to help develop teambuilding with one another. Instructor: Cassandra Gamble

Flag FootballThis course is designed to introduce the beginning player to the basic skills and functional responsibilities of each player on a football team. Students will be engaged in small group activities and be taught positions, rules, and technique. Students will practice, develop and apply sport specific skills such as throwing, receiving, ball carrying, punting and flag pulling. While playing games, we will practice offensive and defensive strategies required for successful game play. Instructor: Cassandra Gamble

Leesburg: Kids’ College 2018Full STEAM Ahead Incorporate the arts into your study of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics with STEAM. Stretch your creativity as you make paper airplanes, manipulate tan grams, put together a jigsaw puzzle, make a space-craft lander and a catapult. Instructor: Marni Whitehead

Game Shows Grades 3-9 Join in on the action! Participate as a game show contestant or team member and compete for prizes. You and your opponent have 60 seconds to complete a challenge, which increases in difficulty as the game progresses. Will you succeed or be eliminated when you play “Minute to Win It”? Are you able to price items, gain points and have the opportunity to pick door number 1, 2, or 3 during the game, “The Price is Right?” Can you or your classmate answer 1st to 5th grade questions in the game of, “Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?” We will also play other games, such as, “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?”, “Hollywood Game Night”, and “What’s my Line?” Don’t miss this exhilarating experience! Instructor: Marni Whitehead

Guitar, Beginning Grades 2-6 & Grades 4-9If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to play the guitar, now is your chance to find out! This class is the perfect place to start your musical journey! Learn how to read guitar tablature, play simple melodies, and meet the challenge to strum some guitar chords. This class introduces the basics of guitar playing in a fun group environment. You may bring your own guitar or rent a guitar at www.musicafterschool.org to take home and use in class duringthe 2 week session. Rental guitars will be handed out at the first class. Instructor: Tracy Welsh

Harry Potter: Game Show Trivia Grades 4–9Grab your parchment and quills for the Harry Potter edition of a Kids’ College favorite … Game Show Trivia! In this class, students will play a variety of quiz style games based completely on the Harry Potter book series. Students will compete in houses for house points and a house cup will be awarded on the last day. Of course, not all of the games are brain games … it would not be a Harry Potter experience without Quidditch! Knowledge from all canonical books written by J.K. Rowling is a must. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to face-off against the best and brightest students at Hogwarts. Headmaster: Allen J. Venezio

Harry Potter: Hogwarts Adventure Disembark from the Hogwarts Express and into the magical world of Harry Potter! Following the Sorting Ceremony, students will compete for house points in everything from wizard knowledge to the Quidditch Cup! Take classes in Potions, Care of Magical Creatures, Charms and Defense Against the Dark Arts. With lots of Harry Potter trivia, Bertie Botts Every Flavor Beans and loads of fun, this is one adventure you don’t want to miss! Unpack your cloak, leave the muggle world behind and accept your invitation to Hogwarts! We’ll see you at the start of term feast. Headmaster: Allen J. Venezio

Harry Potter: Prefects in Training, Level IIThis class is designed as a second level Harry Potter course. Heavy emphasis will be placed on the original J.K. Rowling text. Although it is not a requirement, it is strongly recommended that students have read all seven volumes and have taken the Hogwarts class prior to registering for this advanced course. Activities will include character role-playing, intermediate to advanced trivia and lots of in-depth Harry Potter fun. If you’re ready to start your studies towards becoming a prefect, join the Headmasters for this magical journey back to Hogwarts! Headmaster: Allen J. Venezio

Hero Coliseum Grades 2-5 Do you see yourself as a brave hero? Would you like to show the world how strong and powerful you are? Then Hero Coliseum is the class for you! Through elements of writing, drawing, and some simple math, students will create characters to do battle in the coliseum using dice and other elements. Students will compete against foes as well as other students to see who the Ultimate Hero is! Instructor: Jordan Ritter

International Artists Grades 4-9 Travel the seven continents through art projects. We will explore the art of Australia, Mexico, Africa, France, Brazil, Antarctica and China. Instructor: Kristine Minner

I Spy a Secret Agent Grades 5-9 Do you have what it takes to be a spy? This fun filled class will teach you many tricks of the trade! Learn about the history of espionage, how psychology plays a part, and spy techniques such as disguise and getaways. Instructor: Susie Kirkland

It’s a Hoot! Grades 2-5 Incorporating children’s books with owl art. Each day we will share a different children’s book and create a unique owl art project. Wax relief paintings, black and white drawings on colored paper, Paper Masks, and Owl sculptures. Instructor: Kristine Minner

Kids in the KitchenA simple introduction to nutritious snacks with an international flair and no cooking involved, this class will teach you about nutrition while students learn to prepare easy “no cook” snacks. Students will be able to eat their creations. Students will participate in other activities such as place setting, table etiquette, napkin folding, and decorative centerpieces. Instructors: Programs 1 & 2, Kelly Cook; Program 3, Reiko Alsobrook

Kindness Rocks! A simple act of kindness that’s making a big impact in communities across the country by brightening the days of strangers – one colorful rock at a time. The concept is easy; paint a rock with an inspiring message or art and leave it out in the community. Students will paint rocks to their design of choice, hide some around campus and take some home as well. No matter what you paint, it will make someone’s day to find your rock! Instructor: Kelly Messer

Knitting 101 – Finger Knitting and Beyond This class will teach finger knitting to see how the yarn is woven to create a knitted strand. This strand can be used to create a scarf, headband, or other fun projects. Students will learn how to cast on and knit to create a hot pad. Once learned, this stitch can be used to knit endless projects. Students will need to have their own knitting needles (Size 8 or 9) and two skeins of yarn in the color of their choice. Instructor: Connie Bame

Lego Land Grades 2-5Become a Lego Brick Master! You’ll learn techniques to help build cool contraptions and work in teams to construct daily projects, like cars, planes, forts, and buildings! Teams will compete for points to decide who the ultimate Lego Brick Master is. At the end of the course, your team will work together with the other teams to create an entire themed city, using the skills you learned in class. Instructor: April Von Maxey

Leesburg: Kids’ College 2018Lego Land Advanced Grades 5-9Future builders, engineers, and creative thinkers—this is a class built especially for you! Get ready for the ultimate Lego building competition! You’ll learn advanced Lego building techniques and compete in a new contest every day. In teams, in pairs, or just by you, each event will bring a new challenge—whether it is building a spacecraft, military machine, imaginary city, or a futuristic vehicle. In the end, using a competitive points system, only one can be crowned as the ultimate Advanced Lego Brick Master! Instructor: Kevin Von Maxey

Let’s Play BallFor the sports enthusiast; learn several different sports and have fun playing games. Instructor: Ariel Betancourt

Lunch and Manners Served Could you please pass the…..lunch? Who wouldn’t love to learn proper table settings, which fork to use, napkin folding, and proper etiquette? Then use all of these skills daily to eat a fun and yummy lunch at Kids’ College that you have created daily. No “picky” eaters please as you will need to try a “no thank you bite.” You will learn how to make fun lunches that you can prepare all by yourself! No food allergies please! (Additional $25 fee and a daily fresh fruit required, but parents will not need to send a daily lunch as we will be making on in class.) Instructor: Kelly Messer

Minute to Win It: Team Challenge Hands on and mental activities such as Chop Stix races, dice stacker, and mental blocker, will have your friends competing in some awesome challenges. Want to win? Then get ready to learn teamwork, overcome frustrations, think outside of the box, increase your focus and concentration, and tame your temper as you battle to WIN IT in a MINUTE! Instructor: Kelly Nadboralski

Myth Busters Can a human really lie on a bed of nails? Can you and your build team really design a duct tape bridge that will support a grown up’s weight? “On this episode of Myth Busters,” we’ve “ramped it up” with some awesome new experiments (along with the favorite classics) that will blow your mind. In Myth Busters, you really will “put it to the test!” Instructor: April Von Maxey

Mythology, Monsters and MoreCome travel to Mount Olympus on a magical journey to visit gods and goddesses as they embark on various adventures. Flex your muscles with Hercules and then chat with Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. Toss out thunderbolts with Zeus and then dive deep into the blue ocean with Poseidon, his brother. Go on a treasure hunt with Jason as he searches for the Golden Fleece, but be careful! Look out for Medusa, the evil gorgon. If she catches you, she will turn you into stone with one evil look. In this class, students will read various heroic adventures, view presentations, complete art projects, journey on treasure hunts, and solve puzzles and mazes all pertaining to ancient Greek mythology. Instructor: Kim Fisher

Nintendo DS Battle Never play alone again! Challenge one friend or the entire class to your favorite video games in a multiplayer melee! If you share the game, we’ll play it! Imagine the destruction of a four-player Super Smash Bros match or a live 8-way Mario Kart race! It’s time to see who the best is. Dominate your friends. Students must bring their own Nintendo DS (any Nintendo DS Lite, DSI or 3DS) and are responsible for its care while on campus. * Nintendo DS required. Instructor: Kevin Von Maxey

Olympics Fun Have fun this summer Olympics style! Create flags and team colors; enjoy scavenger hunts and quick tournaments, silly races, and exciting games! Learn what it takes to make it in the Olympics and create your own discus for the discus throw! Ever tried curling? Learn about the sport and compete against your friends. Let the games begin! Instructor: Kevin Danielson

Outdoorsmanship What can we do out there? The great outdoors offers an endless arena for exploration. Learn solar time telling, basics of Morse and Semaphore signaling, getting clean water from the ground, first aid, plant and animal ID, making temporary furniture, orienteering and a variety of nature games. So, grab a big hat, and let’s head outdoors! Instructor: Chris Baltunis

Party Animals Grades 4-9 We will learn every aspect of planning an animal party from designing invitations to decorating cupcakes. Kids will also learn how to create balloon art, practice face painting, and party games. Detailed instructions for each activity will be added to your very own party planner binder. Instructor: Kristine Minner

Party in the U.S.A. Keep the party going all day! Learn how to play classic party games like Charades, Win Lose or Draw, Uno, Skip-bo, and SWAP. Learn the steps to party dances like The Cupid Shuffle, The Cha Cha Slide, and other popular group dances. Learn group laughing games like Rubber Chicken, Oinking Game, Freeze Dance, and Sticker Stalker. The fun never ends! Instructor: Desiree Fernandez

Pickle Ball You will feel like a winner playing this exciting net court game! This mini-tennis game can be played on any hard surface, and is ideal for small spaces using wood paddle racquets and a plastic poly ball with holes. Pickle Ball is a combination of ping-pong, tennis and badminton. Instructor: John Alvarez-Torre

Pokémon Card Battles Grades 2-5 During this introductory session in Trading Card Battles, students can bring their Pokémon cards and discover the basics of developing a strategy, building a competitive deck and competing against others in a tournament style setting. Learn how to use those Pokémon cards you have collected and take down your opponents. Never play alone again! Instructor: Anthony Ritter

Recorder Karate Grades 3-9 Have you ever wanted to play a wind instrument? Do you have a recorder at home collecting dust? Do you already know how to play? Here is your chance to practice the recorder and earn colored “karate belts” to hang from your recorders for each progressively more difficult tune. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced players are welcome! A recorder will be provided for each student. Instructor: Desiree’ Fernandez

Robotics Challenge Grades 2-5During this introductory session in Robotics, you will discover the basics of teamwork, planning, building, programming and competition with Robotics! Teamwork –You will learn how to share the work and have FUN! Planning- You will experience how to manage time and meet goals. Building-You will build ROBOTS! Programming- You will make the Robots do your bidding! The Competition- Time to put it all together! Instructor: Anthony Ritter

Leesburg: Kids’ College 2018Robotics Challenge Grades 4-9During these advanced sessions in Robotics, you will discover the advanced aspects of teamwork, planning, building, programming and competition with Robots! Building upon the skills learned in earlier sessions will take you to the next level in your engineering career. You (along with instructors) will be supplied with more complex robotics training that will allow you to expand your Robo-knowledge. Teamwork –You will learn how to share the work and have FUN! Planning- You will experience how to manage time and meet goals. Building-You will build ROBOTS! Programming- You will make the Robots do your bidding! The Competition- Time to put it all together. Instructor: Anthony Ritter

Rockets Grades 4-9The ever popular Rocket Camp is back again. You will discover principals of atmospheric and space flight. You will build and launch three types of rockets, all with different power sources. Adverse weather conditions may prevent launches during camp. Beginning students will build a level 1 Estes Rocket and those returning will be given the choice of a level 1 or 2. This class is designed for those completing 4th grade and up. Instructor: April Von Maxey

Role Playing Adventures Grades 5-9 Would you like to be a brave adventurer who quests around the world, battling dragons and orcs while exploring ancient tombs? Do you like playing Dungeons and Dragons with your friends while working together to save the world? In this class, students will mix elements of writing, acting, role-playing, social interaction, public speaking and creative problem solving to overcome unique obstacles while interacting with other students. Instructor: Jordan Ritter

School of Rock Have you ever wanted to be in a rock band? It’s easier than you think! Use drums, xylophones, booming bass bars, and a variety of percussion instruments to play the greatest classic rock and pop tunes and today’s biggest hits. No music reading or previous experience required - if you can keep a beat, YOU CAN ROCK! Instruments are provided. Instructor: Desiree Fernandez

Science Action Have lots of fun learning all kinds of science. You’ll study organic chemistry by making plastic from milk. Make a Cartesian diver during physics. Discover how interesting science can be with lots of fun hands-on activities. Get into science... balloon-powered cars, duck calls from straws, rock candy crystals, make tie-dye tee shirts, “magic potions” from acids and bases and more. Instructor: Alia Perrone

Science of Graphing Perform simple science experiments with coins, cereal, candy, marbles and paper balls. Record the data and then make colorful and meaningful graphs. You will even learn to draw artistic pictures using graphs. Instructor: Marni Whitehead

ScrapbookingScrapbooking is all about getting those photos out of shoeboxes and off the computer into albums where they can be seen and shared. The papers and accessories now available give us many creative options for doing more than just filing photos in an album – scrapbooking is a creative hobby! No experience or expertise is required – it’s as simple as cutting and gluing. Printed pictures are required. All you need are a few basic materials and some ideas. We will supply the materials that enhance your ideas! Instructor: Connie Bame

Shark Biology / Ichthyology Have lots of fun learning about different species of sharks. Explore shark anatomy with a real specimen. Dig into identifying shark teeth; enjoy predator-prey relationships and amazing adaptation games; learn to use a microscope to observe shark scales and fish scales. Perform a fish osmosis lab experiment and wacky water chemistry experiments. Get your shark on with these cool crafts: shark hat, shark tooth fossil and the Japanese art of fish printing on T-shirts. Instructor: Kelly Cook

Sign Language: The Silent Voice Have you ever wished you could communicate with a deaf person or talk to a friend and only both of you know what you are talking about? Well, wish no more!! Join me as we have fun learning the foundational skills you will need to communicate such as the alphabet, numbers and fun games using sign language. You will join the ‘ranks’ of the very few capable of communicating with the deaf; and yes, also get the skills to communicate privately with your ‘hearing’ friends! Instructor: Kelly Messer

Sing Along Fun – Karaoke Style! Do you like to sing? Would you like to improve your singing ability? Can you sing along with songs on the radio? This is the class for you! In this class, we will learn basic singing rounds, canons and fun warm-up exercises. We will also sing along to our favorite karaoke tunes! Bring your favorite song titles and get ready to improve your singing ability! Instructor: Desiree’ Fernandez

SoccerLearn soccer fundamentals and techniques such as ball control, correct forms for the different types of passes, playing positions with and without the ball, when and where to shoot, and basic offense and defense patterns (defending and scoring). Students will have a chance to practice the skills they have learned in three-on-three as well as full-field games. See what you have learned and evaluate your progress. This step-by-step approach to teach inexperienced players will help the student to feel the success of having learned new skills. Groups will be divided by experience. • European Ball Handling Techniques • Small Side Games • Drills for Scoring and Defending • Fun Soccer Games. Coach: Dennis Kaminski

Leesburg: Kids’ College 2018Spirit: CheerleadingDo you like to cheer and learn dance routines? If so, then this class is for you! Spirit Class is for all boys and girls who are interested in cheering, dancing, and pom-pom routines. (Cheerleaders are encouraged to bring their own pom-poms to the class.) You will learn to stretch correctly, lead a crowd in a cheer, basic dance moves and how to be a leader. A spirit award will be given each day to the MVSL (Most Valuable Spirit Leader) and a performance held at the end of class. SO, GET UP OFF YOUR SEAT, AND YELL “SPIRIT CLASS CAN’T BE BEAT!” Instructor: Kelly Cook

Star Wars Jedi Academy Grades 2-6 A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away.... there was the Jedi Academy that taught the ways of the Force, and you can join! Learn to channel the Force, study the planets and moons (and the Death Star!); and learn about the different species and droids you are to protect from the Empire. “You have only begun to discover your power. Join me, and I will complete your training.” Instructor: April Von Maxey

Superhero Universe!Come fly with Superman, swing with Spiderman, and hop in Wonder Woman’s invisible jet as they fight the never-ending battle against the forces of evil. Join forces with the X-Men and the Fantastic Four as they use their wits and super powers to defeat such villains as Magneto and Doctor Doom. Come join them—it’s up to you to save the universe! Instructor: Kim Fisher

TennisStudents will be using tennis rackets and tennis balls that are just right for them as we develop knowledge, stroke production, consistency, hand-eye coordination, physical skills, motor movement, strength, health and self-esteem. The course consists of a warm-up exercise, instructional presentation, and tennis-related games that are designed for safety and fun. A tennis challenge tournament will also afford an opportunity to learn and progress. Rackets will be furnished or you may bring your own. Instructor: John Alvarez-Torre

Trading Card Battles Grades 5-9 Pokemon, Yu-gi-oh, and Magic: The Gathering. If you have a deck you have constructed and want to practice playing someone else or if you want to learn to play a new trading card game other than the one you know, this is the class for you! You will use your own constructed deck to compete in mock battles, draft tournaments, one-on-one tournaments and doubles tournaments. Put your critical thinking skills to the test! Instructor: Anthony Ritter

Trash to Treasure: Eco-Art Grades 3-9 Did you know that you make beautiful and useful creations with stuff that you throw away? Reduce, Reuse and Recycle by learning how to make your masterpiece and keeping it from being garbage. You will also learn the responsibility of helping the Earth by doing so. Make wonderful projects such as wind chimes, bowls, sun catchers, denim bags, and more. You will see endless possibilities on recycled creations. Instructor: Connie Bame

Underwater Art Exploration Grades 5-9 Create a work of art inspired by Wyland. Study the coral reef and its inhabitants through painting and sculpture. Students will learn new watercolor techniques and receive instruction on drawing sharks, sea turtles and dolphins. Incorporate all your new skills into a phenomenal mixed media collage. Instructor: Kristine Minner

Whiffle/Kick Ball Students will learn the different skill levels in whiffle and kick ball. From base running to team work on playing together, students will be able to put all skills together on the field and play. Instructor: Cassandra Gamble

Yoga Yoga and kids are a great match! Learn poses inspired by animals, plants and constellations; before you know it you will become a HUMAN PRETZEL! We will use games, crafts and other tools and activities to help focus your mind and stretch your body, all while having loads of fun. Bring a mat or towel. Water bottles encouraged. Instructor: Kelly Messer

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Minecraft – Master of the Blocks Everyone has played Minecraft. Now, experience the “blockbuster” game like you never have before: playing with 20 friends - in the same room! Build entire cities and ingenious devices! Compete in ten-on-ten battles! Share your Minecraft knowledge and learn from others to become a Master of the blocks! Instructor: Program 1, Kristine Minner; Program 2, Kelly Cook; Program 3, Jordan Ritter

Regular Late CareLate care is supervised free time for children of parents who cannot pick up by 4:30 p.m. and extends the day of Kids’ College to 5:30 p.m. Instructors: Program 1, Skellie Morris; Programs 2 & 3, Patsy Sperry

Science with Candy Creatures Make animals out of snack foods and candy. Learn fun scientific facts about the animals. Participate in animal trivia. Oh, and then you get to eat the animal snacks. Allergy Notice: Peanut Butter and Chocolate will be used and eaten in this class. Instructor: Marni Whitehead