MCC Kids' College - Summer '09 Camp Schedule

3-D Sculpture Art

July 6-16, 2009

$40.00

MTWTH, 1-3 p.m.

AVC 5081.09

This art camp will focus on the art of 3-D sculpture using mixed media, including wood, wire, paper, and much more. This camp is designed to help campers ages 9 and up enhance and encourage their artistic expression. Supply fee is $10.

Advanced Arts & Crafts

June 22-July 1, 2009

$40.00

MTWTH, 10 a.m.-noon

AVC 5081.05

Students will experiment with paper mache, painting, mosaics, and more in this advanced arts and crafts camp. Supply fee is $10. For ages 9 and up.

Art & Crafts—Painting

June 8-18, 2009

$40.00

MTWTH, 8-10 a.m.

AVC 5081.01

This fun-filled camp will experiment with acrylics and watercolor in conjunction with special papers. Students will also learn basic drawing skills using pencil, ink chalk, and pastels. For ages 6-8.

Color Wheel, Collage & More

June 8-18, 2009

$40.00

MTWTH, 10 a.m.-noon

AVC 5081.02

Through fun projects like color wheels, clay and collage, students ages 6-8 will learn how these elements and principles work together to form the basic structure of art.

Methods of Expression Art

July 6-16, 2009

$40.00

MTWTH, 10 a.m.-noon

AVC 5081.08

Students ages 6-8 will experiment with new methods of expression: paper mache, watercolor, chalk drawing, acrylics, and much more! This is one of our most popular camps! Supply fee is $10.

Mixed Media Art Camp

Ages 6-8 July 20-30, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 1-3 p.m.	AVC 5081.12
Ages 9 and Up June 8-18, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 1-3 p.m.	AVC 5081.03

This camp is an 'anything goes' art camp that uses a variety of everyday materials as well as art-based mediums to create grand projects.

Modern Art Camp

Ages 6-8 July 6-16, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 8 a.m.-10 a.m.	AVC 5081.07
Ages 9 and Up July 20-30, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 10 a.m.-noon	AVC 5081.11

Campers will have 'a fun time outside the lines' as they learn about the world of modern art. This art extravaganza includes splatter painting, graphic design, and much more. Supply fee is $10.

Tin Punching

Ages 6-8 June 22-July 1, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 1-3 p.m.	AVC 5081.06
Ages 9 and Up July 20-30, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 8-10 a.m.	AVC 5081.10

Students will learn to create candle holders, frames, ornaments, and more! Supply fee is $10.

Wire Wrapping & Tin Punching

June 22-July 1, 2009

$40.00

MTWTH, 8-10 a.m.

AVC 5081.04

This art camp will teach students, ages 9-14, the techniques of wire wrapping and tin punching to create jewelry, decorative bottles, candle holders, frames, and more. There is a $10 supply fee for this camp.

Sports & Fitness

Basketball Skills Camp

For Girls June 19, 2009 July 31, 2009	$40.00 $40.00	F, 8:30a.m.-noon F, 8:30a.m.-12:30p.m.	AVC 3004.01 AVC 3004.02
For Boys June 19, 2009 July 31, 2009	$40.00 $40.00	F, 1-4:30 p.m. F, 1-4:30 p.m.	AVC 3004.03 AVC 3004.04

This fun-filled camp is designed for students ages 8-14 and is divided by gender. MCC women's basketball coach Ricky Rhodes will teach campers the fundamentals of dribbling, shooting, defense, and passing with games and drills. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Boot Camp for Athletes

June 8-18, 2009	$75.00	MTWTH, 10 a.m.-12 noon	AVC 1957.02
July 6-17, 2009	$75.00	MTWTH, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.	AVC 1957.03

Kids College Boot Camp for Athletes will be conducted by Texas Ultra Fit (TUF) fitness trainers. This is a high intensity fitness program for middle school and high school students conducted by a certified child fitness trainer. Activities will include fitness training, total body conditioning, resistance training, and heavy cardio training. This camp is recommended for those who are at least at a moderate fitness level and have a desire to take it to the next level.

Camp Yoga

July 13-23, 2009

$35.00

MTWTH, 1:30-3 p.m.

AVC 1957.01

Certified Yoga instructors will teach students how to explore the mind and body though Hatha Yoga! Yoga improves strength, flexibility, balance, and energy level. This camp is suitable for beginning or experienced students. Learn traditional routines of posture and breathing exercises and receive individual help on how to create or deepen your own personal yoga practice. Students will need to bring a blanket and small pillow. This class is for ages 12-18.

Children's Swimming: Level 1-2

June 1-11, 2009

$39.00

MTWTH, 5:45-6:30 p.m.

AVC 1978.02

Instructor Missy Kittner has the personality and experience to help children of all ages and abilities approach swimming and water safety with a positive mindset. This course will introduce children, ages 5-15, to master water exploration and primary skills such as water entry and exit, buoyancy, treading, changing directions and positions, and developing a comfort level in the water. Sign your child up now to begin these lessons that will continue in the summer schedule. Children should bring their own towels. The water will be cool, about 82 degrees; children will warm up as they move around.

Kids College CrossFit Kids

June 8-18, 2009	$75.00	MTWTH, 8 a.m.-9 a.m.	AVC 1957.04
July 6-16, 2009	$75.00	MTWTH, 8 a.m.-9 a.m.	AVC 1957.05

Kids College CrossFit Kids is conducted by Texas Ultra Fit (TUF) fitness trainers. TUF is one of the premier group fitness programs in Central Texas. This camp is a fun and energizing group fitness program, conducted by a certified child fitness trainer, for kids ages 7-17. Activities include all types of general conditioning, aerobic training, resistance training, and fitness games.

Tennis Camp for Beginners

June 22–July 1, 2009	$55.00	1st Week MTWTH, 10:30a.m.–12p.m. 2nd Week MTW, 10:30a.m.–12p.m.	AVC 1500.01
July 6–16, 2009	$55.00	MTWTH, 9–10:30a.m.	AVC 1500.02

This camp is designed for students entering 5th through 8th grades, who want to learn the basics of the game. This fun-filled experience will teach campers basic shots like forehand, backhand, serve and volley, and much more! Students will need to bring their own racket and water bottle. Balls will be provided.

Volleyball Skills Camp

June 15-18, 2009	$60.00	MTWTH, 9-11 a.m.	AVC 1464.01
June 22-25, 2009	$60.00	MTWTH, 9-11 a.m.	AVC 1464.02

This camp is a great opportunity for fifth through 10th graders to learn basic volleyball skills through drills and instruction. If you want to develop agility and maintain conditioning during your summer break, then this is the camp for you! Players will strengthen and develop skills as they serve their way through bumps, blocks, and sets. Our volleyball coaches will cover all aspects of the game through instruction, drills, game scenarios, and more. Students will need to bring their own knee pads.

Training & Certification

Babysitter Camp

June 2-4, 2009	$35.00	TTH, 6-10 p.m.	AVC 5159.01
June 13, 2009	$35.00	S, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.	AVC 5159.02
June 26, 2009	$35.00	F, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.	AVC 5159.03

Come join us to learn the skills necessary to be the best babysitter on your block! This camp is full of fun and exciting ways to help students learn what it takes to make good, responsible decisions when they supervise children and discover ways to adjust their actions to the age of the children they are caring for. Our certified instructor will train students in how to handle an emergency or an illness and how to perform first aid and respond to life-threatening emergencies. After participating in this course, students will earn a First Aid/CPR course completion card. Lunch is included.

Become a Lifeguard

June 22-26, 2009

$180.00

MTWTHF, 6-10 p.m.

FITT 1045.02

This training course is for students ages 15-18 who meet the minimum requirements to become a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard. Lifeguard candidates will learn lifeguard techniques, CPR for the professional rescuer, and other skills and knowledge needed to respond to and prevent aquatic emergencies. Become a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard by enrolling today! Space is limited.

Emergency Care Before 911

June 23, 2009	$25.00	T, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.	AVC 2093.01
June 25, 2009	$25.00	TH, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.	AVC 2093.02
Aug 11, 2009	$25.00	T, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.	AVC 2093.03
Aug 13, 2009	$25.00	TH, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.	AVC 2093.04

This course is designed for students 6-10 years old. Join instructor Steve Walker for a fun and interactive experience in learning basic CPR and first-aid skills, the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), and much more. This course is open to questions or specific needs of the students. Class is taught in an easy-to-understand format. The benefits of this course are endless, so sign up today!

Personal Enrichment

Beginning Sign Language for Children

June 20, 2009	$30.00	S, 9 a.m.-noon	AVC 5020.01
August 15, 2009	$30.00	S, 9 a.m.-noon	AVC 5020.02

Sign language is a rapidly growing foreign language. This course is geared toward the young with the heart to learn. Many children go to school with deaf children and would like to communicate with them; others have seen sign language and have shown an interest in signing. Instructor Cindy Foster will use games and fun activities to introduce students, ages 9-16, to American Sign Language. Enroll today!

Gang Intervention Training

June 27, 2009	$40.00	S, 8 a.m.-4 p.m	AVC 5064.01
July 18, 2009	$40.00	S, 8 a.m.-4 p.m	AVC 5064.02

This one-day training will benefit a variety of people—including teachers, educators, parents, and students—and will bring awareness to a problem that is affecting the youth of our community on a daily basis. A Certified Gang Intervention Specialist will educate each participant and provide key insights on ways to identify gang activity. This training also provides an opportunity to earn CEUs in this area of interest. Space is limited; enroll today! (14 years old and older)

Guitar Camp

June 19-July 17, 2009

$80.00

F, 9-10:30 a.m.

AVC 1194.01

This fun, introductory course will teach students (grades four through nine) the basics, including simple strums, chords and introductory music theory. Students must bring their own guitars. Music book included.

It's All About ME

For Girls July 20-23, 2009	$35.00	MTWTH, 9-10:30 a.m.	AVC 1544.10
For Guys July 20-23, 2009	$35.00	MTWTH, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	AVC 1544.11

This camp is especially designed for students entering grades five through nine and is divided by gender. The focus of this camp is YOU! This fun-filled camp features topics ranging from choosing good friends to making excellent choices in goal setting, and much more. Character-building activities and exercises are sure to boost your self-esteem and self-image. Space is limited.

Kids in Business

June 15-18, 2009	$40.00	TBA	AVC 1544.07
June 22-25, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.	AVC 1544.08

Attention all students entering fourth through sixth grade: You don't have to be an adult to start a business! This camp will take you on the exciting journey of learning how to be a successful entrepreneur. You will acquire the necessary skills to put your ideas to work in business by learning all about kid-owned companies and how they got their start.

Math is FUN!

3rd - 5th Graders
July 27-30, 2009

$45.00

MTWTH, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

AVC 1413.02

This one week camp is designed for 3rd - 5th graders. Students will learn FUN ways to gain a greater interest in Math, better skills in problem solving and critical thinking, and more confidence in facing academic challenges. Come and explore math and its application through projects and various activities. Each student will be able to create and discover mathematical concepts through practical application and use of manipulatives.

Math Methods

6th - 8th Graders
July 6-9, 2009

$45.00

MTWTH, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

AVC 1413.01

This one week camp offers an opportunity for students in 6th - 8th grades to expand their mathematical horizon. Enroll today and learn methods of how to discover, how to improve, how to solve and more through projects & various activities!

No More Bullies

June 15-18, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 9-10:30 a.m.	AVC 1544.05
June 22-25, 2009	$40.00	MTWTH, 9-10:30 a.m.	AVC 1544.06

This camp is designed for students entering grades four through six. No More Bullies uses a short video to get the discussion started. Throughout the week, role play will help students develop a plan for how to 'keep the peace' in a creative and positive way. Space is limited, so enroll today!

Party Planning for Teens

June 29 - July 1, 2009

$30.00

MTW, 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

AVC 5032.01

Party like a Professional! This exciting course is a great opportunity for all young party planners to learn the basics of party planning that professionals use. Campers will learn to create unique cutting-edge events with emphasis on how to save time, money and energy. Space is limited so enroll today! For students 10 and older.

Public Speaking

July 13-16, 2009

$40.00

MTWTH, 10 a.m.-noon

AVC 1544.09

This camp is for both the experienced speaker and those wanting to feel more comfortable by developing confidence when speaking in front of groups. This course is taught by a UIL Speech Judge who makes learning memorable. Space is limited, so enroll today! For students entering grades seven through eleven.

Reading Improvement Skills

5 - 8 year olds
July 13-23, 2009

$80.00

MTWTH, 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

AVC 4012.01

This camp is designed to help students, 5 to 8 years old, exceed their potential in Reading and assist in improving their reading skills. Students will receive personal attention in a small group settings. Space is limited.

Teens Take Charge

June 12, 2009	$40.00	F, 9 a.m.-Noon	AVC 1544.03
July 31, 2009	$40.00	F, 9 a.m.-Noon	AVC 1544.04

Join us for an experience you won't forget! Learn how teens made a difference in the world during the Civil Rights Movement and how you can, too! This unique one-day camp covers TAKS objectives and is designed for high school students utilizing the "They Had a Dream, Too" Curriculum. Make a difference in our world … enroll today!

A Work in Progress for Teens

June 29 - July 1, 2009

$30.00

MTW, 10 a.m.-noon

AVC 2054.01

This fun and interactive course is sure to influence the behavior, thinking, and development of life and social skills. This 3 day camp is designed to help focus on social etiquette, money matter, leadership and time management skils, skincare basics, and more. For student ages 12 to 17.

Yes, I'm a Leader

June 5, 2009	$40.00	F, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.	AVC 1544.01
July 17, 2009	$40.00	F, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.	AVC 1544.02

This camp develops listening and leadership skills in the most fun way! It is ideal for members of student government, student council, youth councils and other youth groups. Students have raved about the content of this eight-hour course! Reserve your spot today!