2010 Summer Program Catalog

Summer Programs Mission StatementWeaving together accomplished teachers and engagedstudents in fun and supportive learning environmentsthat promote critical thinking, celebrate academicachievement, encourage personal reflection, andfoster social and emotional growth, the FrancisParker School Summer Program seeks to inspire,challenge, empower and enrich young minds—in the classroom, in the arts and in athletics.

Program OverviewThe notion of “inspiring excellence”—a notion thatdefines so much of the fall/winter/spring terms atParker—is integral to Francis Parker School’ssummer classes and related activities. From juniorkindergarten through grade 12, Parker’s SummerProgram offers a wide array of learning opportunitiesin the classroom and beyond. Be it at the LowerSchool, the Middle School or the Upper School, thefocus is on enrichment and advancement with theoverarching mission of keeping students’ “brains inthe fast lane” during the summer months.

While a number of traditional courses remain thebedrock of a broad curriculum, we invite studentsand parents to consider some new and excitingadditions for the coming summer. For example:Destination: Space Camp (with a scheduled trip tothe Space Center in Huntsville, Alabama a part of thecourse) and Spanish Immersion at the Lower School;to a genealogy course entitled Who Do You ThinkYou Are? and Survive: Self Defense Training at theMiddle School; to Dancing Through San Diego: A Choreography Workshop and The Science ofSuperheroes at the Upper School. On theathletics/skills development side, Cheerleading Prep:Acrobatics, Gymnastics and Aerobics and Fencing:Learning Sword Skills have been added to an alreadyextensive list of sports options. In total, 34 additionalcourses have been added to the Summer Program.

This coming summer, the Parker program featuresthree separate sessions:

June 21-June 25: Athletic Academies (with othersports clinics and camps offered at later points in thesummer)

June 28-July 16: Academic Enrichment &Advancement Session I

July 19-August 6: Academic Enrichment &Advancement Session II

Please review the general information, courses and relatedactivities presented on the pages that follow. To register forcourses or activities, please find a 2010 Summer ProgramRegistration Form at the end of this brochure for your use.(You may wish to make copies of this registration form forregistering additional students.)

Should you have any questions about the curriculum, the registration process or the Parker Summer Program ingeneral, please contact me directly in the Summer andExtended Programs Office, located on the Linda VistaCampus of Francis Parker School.

Thank you. The entire Parker teaching and coaching staffand I look forward to providing the very best possiblesummer experience for each and every student who joins usthis summer.

Tim KatzmanDirector, Summer and Extended Programs

Telephone: 858-569-7900, x4236email: [email protected]

PLEASE CHECK OFTEN AT FRANCISPARKER.ORG/SUMMER FOR PROGRAMUPDATES TO INCLUDE THE STATUS OF LISTED COURSES, POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL COURSES AND OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

Welcome!

Lower School CoursesFor all who have had the opportunity to visitor spend time on the Lower School campuslocated in Mission Hills, it is clear that this isa magical place. For summer 2010, someunique learning programs have beendeveloped by a remarkably innovative faculty.Under the direction of Letty Robinson andDavid Glassey, a child-centered program is presented.

At the junior and senior kindergarten levels,“Little Explorers” is back once again. For 1st-5th grade students, an engaging morningprogram (“Sumer Sizzle”) offers a rotation offive distinct courses Session I (June 28-July16) and again in Session II (July 19-August 6).The Summer Sizzle rotation includes reading,science, computers, Singapore math and artduring Session I, and reading, science,“visual” poetry, woodshop and musicaltheatre during Session II. Students may preferto sign up for “stand alone” courses that runthe length of each morning, including SpaceCamp, Spanish Immersion and a pair ofgrade-specific “JumpStart” courses.

The afternoons at the Lower School(“Summer Fun”) often find the children off-campus, involved in age-appropriate, fun

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activities. The younger kids may enjoy a variety of beachand aquatics adventures, games and crafts — all supervisedclosely by a veteran Parker staff. The older students (grades3-5) will also enjoy time at the beach in addition to fieldtrips to local attractions like Soak City, Solid Rock Gym,Boomers and other destination points in and around SanDiego. Regardless of age or grade level, the emphasis ofSummer Fun is to indeed, have fun.

ALL-DAY PROGRAM

Little Explorers Program Instructors: Laurie Stall, Kym Farkas

This activities-based, closely-supervised program isappropriate for incoming junior and senior kindergartenstudents. Each week of the three-week program is theme-based and experiential, with an emphasis on providing thechildren with appropriate socializing skills as they enter thelower grades.

Week #1’s signature activity includes a variety of daily fieldtrips to local fun or cultural destinations, preceded by a“circle time/reading/lesson.”

Weeks #2 and #3 are designated as “swim weeks,” witheach morning offering a theme-based, group craft activity.The swimming lessons that follow are conducted at NoonanPool and run Monday-Thursday.

A school-prepared lunch is included prior to the start of theafternoon session. Afternoon activities may include somephysical education, canyon walks, movies or additionalreading activities. There is also scheduled rest time and anutritious snack provided prior to the end of the session at3:30 pm.

MORNING ACADEMIC ROTATION

Summer Sizzle 2010Director: Letty Robinson

1st through 5th graders: Come join a new, exciting LowerSchool summer program!

“Summer Sizzle 2010” has scheduled a number of coursesto exercise and stretch the brain, all adding to the fun ofsummer. Dive into fun reading and writing activities;

Dates: June 28–July 16 Dates: July 19–August 6

Times: 8:30am-3:30pm Times: 8:30am-3:30pm

Course Code: LK1E Course Code: LK2E

Tuition: $1545.00 Tuition: $1545.00


sharpen math skills; produce a movie; express the creativeside in art or woodshop; create an explosion in science.Students may even present a musical play for family andfriends! Summer Sizzle 2010 offers two (2) hands-on,experiential 5-course “rotations” each three-week session.All courses are taught by Parker Lower School teachers;each class runs approximately 30 minutes.

SESSION I

Catch the Reading Bug (Teacher: Patti Diaz)Weird, Wacky Science (Teacher: Roberta Imbimbo)Flip For It: Make a Movie! (Teacher: Brigid Williams)Magical Math (Teacher: Blair Spearn)Artistic Encounters of the Creative Kind (Teacher: Margo Sharpe)

SESSION II

Catch the Reading Bug (Teacher: Patti Diaz)Weird, Wacky Science (Teacher: Roberta Imbimbo)“Visual Poetry (Teacher: Heather Gray)Adventures in Woodshop (Teacher: Coach Mike Crone)Let’s Show Off: A Musical Theatre Adventure (Teacher: Darleen Herriman)

SESSION I SESSION II

STAND-ALONE COURSES

1st Grade “JumpStart:” Reading/Writing Skills NEW! Instructor: Birdy Hartman

This course is designed to provide incoming first gradestudents reading and writing enrichment and help sustaintheir reading levels during the summer months. IndependentReading, Guided Reading and Writer’s Workshop—allpresented with a fun twist—are the cornerstones of thisJumpStart course. Classes promise to be fun-filled andentertaining, with an overarching academic focus. Class sizeis limited to 8 students, both sessions.

June 28–July 16 (M-F) July 19–August 6 (M-F)

8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm

Course Code: LE1P Course Code: LE2P



3rd, 4th and 5th Grade “JumpStart:”Reading/Writing and Mathematics NEW! Instructors: Annemarie Behrens, Jennifer Hayman

This grades-specific course is designed to reinforce literacyand math skills over the summer months and is teamtaught. Students emerge from this experiential classroomexperience well-prepared to attack the next grade level. Theliteracy component includes work in reading groups, wordstudy, and advancing writing skills. In addition, substantialtime will be devoted to experiential math instructionalactivities. The course orientation shifts between individualand small-group focus.

Note: This JumpStart course is for rising 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students.

Destination: Space Camp NEW! Instructor: Jennifer Hayman

(For rising 5th and 6th grade Students)Ever wondered what it would be like to be an astronaut?This course provides that exciting opportunity! Here’s howthe course will be laid out:

Week #1: In the classroom, students learn about the historyof space exploration, perform some amazing space-relatedexperiments, and prepare for a student trip to Space Camp.One day will be spent at the Air and Space Museum inBalboa Park.

Week #2: Six days at Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama!Students fly to Huntsville for six action-packed days atSpace Camp. Activities include simulated space missions,building robotics and much more. Students experience first-hand what it is like to be an astronaut.

Week #3: Back at the Lower School, students create aniMovie, complete with video and photos of their SpaceCamp experience. The course concludes on Friday with astudent-generated movie premiere for family and friends!


8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm

Course Code: LE1F Course Code: LE2F


June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: LE1T

8:30am-12:30pm Tuition: $885.00


Limited to twelve (12) students.

Fee includes $1500.00 for Space Camp trip and Parkercourse fee of $885.00.

Spanish Immersion: ¡Siempre! NEW!Instructor: Gwen Giek

¡Bienvenidos!! Students experience Spanish language andculture through a “total immersion” from the time theyenter the classroom until they depart the Mission Hillscampus! They will be exposed to functional andconversational Spanish through art, cooking, exploratoryplay, and possible demonstrations by local Latino artists.Additional activities may include outings to various localdestination points, including but not limited to restaurants,museums and markets.

Note: For incoming 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students.

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: LE2N

8:30am-12:30pm Tuition: $2385.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: LE1S

8:30am-12:30pm Tuition: $885.00


AFTERNOON PROGRAM

Summer Fun!Director: David Glassey

The Summer Fun! program provides a great range ofactivities tailored to the little ones—both outdoors andindoors, supervised closely by an experienced staff. Thechildren will find themselves involved in a number of groupactivities with the emphasis on fun and socialization.Afternoons of swimming, sailing, exploring and workingwith arts and crafts are certain to keep the children engagedeach and every afternoon.


12:30pm-3:30pm 12:30pm-3:30pm

Course Code: LE5S Course Code: LE6S



middle school courses


Middle School CoursesFalling precisely “in the middle,” the Middle SchoolSummer Programs courses and activities serve as animportant bridge for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students, artistsand athletes as they move from the lower grades or preparefor their upcoming Upper School years.

The emphasis at the Middle School falls squarely onenrichment. While a slateof traditional courses isoffered, parents andstudents are encouragedto consider any of thefollowing: Adventures inLibrary Research (6thgrade students);SURVIVE: Self-DefenseTraining (6th, 7th and 8thgrade students); CreatingFrench Graphic Novels orExploration in Leadership(7th and 8th gradestudents.) These are but afew of the excitingcourses available thissummer. (The majority ofMiddle School academiccourses are offeredmornings.)

The afternoon session features Lancer Camp and other funactivities. For students who enroll in morning andafternoon activities, lunch is provided by the staff runningthe Parker Café. For students who sign up for only morningor afternoon classes, lunch is available for purchase for only $5.00.

An Extended Day option for students who wish to remainon campus following the afternoon session (beginning at3:30 pm and running until 5:30 pm) is also a special featureof the Middle School program. Supervised by Parker facultyor staff, the charge is $6.00 per hour.

Middle School summer students have all their classes andactivities conducted on the Linda Vista campus, located at6501 Linda Vista Road.


6th Grade June 28 July 16

8:00-10:00 6th Grade JumpStart 6th Grade Math Brush-Up

6th Grade Library Research (9-10am) Ceramic Art

6th Grade Math Brush-Up Computer Games

Ceramic Art Graphic Arts

Graphic Arts Guitar Beginning (9-10am only)

Musical Theatre Vocal Workshop Our Restless Earth

Our Restless Earth Survive! Self-Defense (Boys)

Exploring Digital Photography Woodworking

Survive! Self-Defense (Boys)

Woodworking

10:00-12:00 6th Grade Math Brush-Up 6th Grade JumpStart

6th Grade Writing Process 6th Grade Math Brush-Up

Around the World in 15 Days Around the World in 15 Days

Ceramic Art Ceramic Art

Enhancing Life With iLife Graphic Arts

Graphic Arts Guitar Classical (10-11am only)

Spanish Immersion Survive! Self-Defense (Girls)

Stone & Steel Typing

Survive! Self-Defense (Girls) Woodworking

Woodworking

12:30-3:30 Funny Business Jazz Band

Lancer Camp Lancer Camp

Superheroes



8:00-10:00 7th & 8th Grade Writing Process 7th Grade Math Brush-Up

Ceramic Art Ceramic Art

French Graphic Novels (9am-12pm) Computer Games

Graphic Arts Genealogy

Java Programming I,II (8am-12pm) Graphic Arts

Leadership Guitar Beginning (9-10am only)

Musical Theatre Vocal Workshop Our Restless Earth

Our Restless Earth Survive! Self-Defense (Boys)

Exploring Digital Photography Woodworking


Woodworking

10:00-12:00 7th Grade Math Brush-Up Around the World in 15 Days

Around the World in 15 Days Ceramic Art

Ceramic Art Graphic Arts

Enhancing Life With iLife Guitar Classical (10-11am only)

Graphic Arts Survive! Self-Defense (Girls)

Spanish Immersion Typing

Stone & Steel Woodworking

Survive! Self-Defense (Girls)

Woodworking



Superheroes



8:00-10:00 7th & 8th Grade Writing Process Ceramic Art

8th Grade Math Brush-Up Computer Games

Ceramic Art Genealogy

French Graphic Novels (9am-12pm) Graphic Arts

Graphic Arts Guitar Beginning (9-10am only)

Java Programming I,II (8am-12pm) Our Restless Earth

Musical Theatre Vocal Workshop Survive! Self-Defense (Boys)

Leadership Woodworking

Our Restless Earth

Exploring Digital Photography


Woodworking

10:00-12:00 Around the World in 15 Days 8th Grade Math Brush-Up

Ceramic Art Around the World in 15 Days

Enhancing Life With iLife Ceramic Art

Graphic Arts Graphic Arts

Spanish Immersion Guitar Classical (10-11am only)

Stone & Steel Survive! Self-Defense (Girls)

Survive! Self-Defense (Girls) Typing

Woodworking Woodworking



Superheroes


GENERAL/ “JUMPSTART”

6th Grade “JumpStart” Instructor: Heather Heilman

Incoming 6th grade students have the opportunity to get a “jump start”on the upcoming academic year with this skills-based course designed toready them for that first year of Middle School. This three-week courseteaches critical reading and writing skills that will be a large part of sixthgrade History and English (and that continues into the 7th and 8thgrades). Students also learn effective study strategies for tests, tips forstaying organized, and preparation for daily routines crucial to overallacademic success.

Survive! Self-Defense Training NEW! Instructor: Kelly Rudolph

In the first half of SURVIVE! Self-Defense Training, students learn simpleways to avoid verbal, mental, emotional and physical attack through astudy of the subconscious mind, understanding personal boundaryestablishment and enforcement, acknowledging, trusting and followinggut feelings, establishing confident body language and using voice as aweapon. The focus is building confidence and raising self-esteem prior tolearning basic self-defense, which will be practiced and then stored inmuscle memory during the second half of the training. Class size limitedto 13-15.

For Girls

For Boys


8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MA1J Course Code: MA4J


June 28–July 14 (M-W) July 19–August 4 (M-W)

10:00am-12:00pm 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MB3D Course Code: MB4D


June 28–July 14 (M-W) July 19–August 4 (M-W)

8:00am-10:00am 8:00am-10:00am

Course Code: MB1D Course Code: MB2D



ENGLISH/LIBRARY RESEARCH/HISTORY/GEOGRAPHY

Adventures in Library Research NEW! Instructor: Carol Brown

This course prepares incoming 6th grade students to begin their first yearof Middle School as experienced researchers and effective library users.Through a variety of fun-filled and hands-on activities, students learnhow to locate and make the best use of primary, secondary and tertiarysources, including magazines, newspapers, books, maps and websites. At the conclusion of the three-week session, students will have acquiredan ability to navigate a library successfully and be ready to take onassigned research projects and papers with confidence.

Writing Process Boot Camp: 6th GradeInstructor: Kristy Keith

This course prepares incoming 6th grade students to become confident,proficient writers. Students explore the writing process through variouslearning activities designed to hone their writing skills and enhance theirunderstanding of the recursive quality of composition. Prewriting, logicalorganization, and a commitment to revision will be emphasized in dailyinstruction, as will appropriate writing mechanics and conventions.Through the composition of simple paragraphs and multi-paragraphessays, students will leave this course better prepared to begin the newschool year with confidence.

Writing Process Boot Camp: 7th & 8th GradeInstructor: Kristy Keith

This course prepares incoming 7th and 8th grade students to becomeconfident, proficient writers. Students explore the writing process throughvarious learning activities designed to hone their writing skills andenhance their understanding of the recursive quality of composition.Prewriting, logical organization, and a commitment to revision will beemphasized in daily instruction, as will appropriate writing mechanicsand conventions. Through the composition of simple paragraphs andmulti-paragraph essays, students will leave this course better prepared tobegin the new school year with confidence.

June 28–July 15 (M-Th) Course Code: MA1L

9:00am-10:00am Tuition: $175.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MA3E

10:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $445.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MC1E

8:00am-10:00am Tuition: $445.00

The Science of Superheroes NEW! Instructor: DJ Walcott

The course takes an in-depth look at the science behind a cast ofSuperheroes as well as the effects these characters continue to have onseveral fields of science and popular culture. Class discussions are shapedby an analysis of Superhero icons historically, as portrayed in comicbooks (early 1900s, 2000s), television programs (1950s, 1960s), andmovies (1970s, 1980s, 1990s). Each student is responsible for creatingand presenting his or her own Superhero with science-based powers.Students gain a better understanding of the distinction between scienceand science fiction and how Superheroes continue to shape and impactmodern culture. (Appropriate for 6th-12th grade students.)

Our Restless Earth NEW! Instructor: Jon Cartmell

This course is for all budding volcanologists, seismologists ormeteorologists. For those who wonder why the earth shakes, what makesmountains erupt, and where hurricanes come from. In short, this courseexplores and explains the Earth’s forces. Students investigate the differenttypes of natural disasters and why they occur. Class members willunderstand that so-called “random” natural disasters are actually not sorandom but rather part of an ongoing chain of events. (Appropriate for6th, 7th and 8th grade students.)

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MB5V

12:30pm-3:30pm Tuition: $665.00


8:00am-10:00am 8:00am-10:00am

Course Code: MB1E Course Code: MB2E



Around the World in 15 Days! NEW! Instructor: Jon Cartmell

Discover a whole new world in a fun-filled class exploring countriesaround the world. Students research both locally and globally, micro tomacro, starting out mapping the School, then the City of San Diego, on toCalifornia, North America, and then all the continents. Students trekacross deserts, climb mountains, and travel across entire continents. The class “visits” the pyramids, “crosses” the Sahara, travels the Amazonand learns about famous landmarks like the Great Wall of China plus amultitude of other important world features. No passport needed!(Appropriate for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students.)

W ho Do You Think You Are?—A Study in GenealogyInstructor: Mary Ong-Dean

Sarah Jessica Parker, Lisa Kudrow, Spike Lee and many other celebritiesare traveling the world seeking to discover their family history, and in theprocess, more about themselves. Incoming 8th grade students can do thesame by simply traveling to Parker for three weeks this summer. Asstudents set about uncovering their family pasts, they will developresearch, Internet, writing, and PowerPoint presentation skills. The classwill be punctuated by current events discussions so students come tounderstand how their family fits into the larger world.

Exploration in LeadershipInstructor: Jeremy Howard

Nelson Mandela, Caesar Chavez, Martin Luther King, MohandasGandhi, and Eleanor Roosevelt were proven leaders. Why were theyfollowed? What are the characteristics of a leader and how does onebecome one? What is the difference between an effective and anineffective leader? Students explore these questions along with manyothers that help prepare them to assume leadership roles.

Offered to 7th and 8th grade students, this course is designed to beeducational, skills-based and interactive. Students develop communicationskills through role-playing and public speaking via story telling. Gamesand simulations will be used to build upon critical thinking and problemsolving. Students learn about the importance of developing intrapersonal


10:00am-12:00pm 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MB3E Course Code: MB4E


July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: MC2H

8:00am-10:00am Tuition: $445.00


skills from the position of authority, as well as how that position isviewed by those who follow. Connections will be made betweenleadership skills learned from the techniques of past influential leaders.

MATH/COMPUTER

6th Grade Math Brush-Up Instructor: Melanie Robak

This course provides a refresher of math skills most critical to success inthe 6th grade and provides students with a sneak peak at some of the keymath concepts that await them the coming school year. In a highlyinteractive classroom environment, students practice and demonstratetheir learning through games, puzzles, computer drills, and writtenexercises. This is the ideal course for students who may be feeling anxiousabout taking those next steps in math. Part of the course is dedicated tobuilding number sense (no more counting on fingers!) and learning basicto intermediate mental math strategies. (This course is not recommendedfor advanced math students.)

7th Grade Math Brush-UpInstructors: Corrine Towers, John Hulsey

In this course, students sharpen and recharge their math skills. In theprocess, they develop confidence in their math abilities by reviewingprevious topics and by getting a sneak preview of topics at the next level.Problem-solving skills, fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, signednumbers, and introduction to algebra are all topics that will be covered.In addition, assistance will be given with the required Summer MathPacket for Parker students.

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MC1L

8:00am-10:00am Tuition: $445.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) June 28–July 16 (M-F)

8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MA1B Course Code: MA3B


July 19–August 6 (M-F) July 19–August 6 (M-F)

8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MA2B Course Code: MA4B



8th Grade Math Brush-UpInstructors: Corrine Towers, John Hulsey

Another in the series of effective Math Brush-Up courses. Studentsdevelop further confidence in their math abilities by reviewing previoustopics and by getting a sneak preview of topics at the next level. Problem-solving skills, fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, signed numbers, slope,and graphing are all topics that covered with a special emphasis placed onbuilding those skills necessary to succeed in algebra. Students also receiveguidance on how to best work through the required Summer MathPacket, a Parker staple. The individualized pace of the course is itsdefining component.

Beginning KeyboardingInstructor: IT Staff

This self-paced, skills development course familiarizes the student withkeyboard use. An invaluable class for the beginner as well as for thestudent who wishes to heighten his or her keyboarding/typing skills.

Computer Games Instructor: IT Staff

This course positions students to put a little “byte” into their summeractivities schedule while having lots of fun in the bargain. Studentsexplore the Parker computer lab’s full repertoire of stimulating,interactive computer games and network with classmates to enjoy state-of-the-art computer software. A hands-on, interactive classroom is the result.


10:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-10:00am

Course Code: MC3B Course Code: MC2B



8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MC1B Course Code: MC4B


July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: MB4T

10:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $445.00

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: MB2H

8:00am-10:00am Tuition: $445.00


Enhancing Your Life with iLife!Instructors: Lesley Underwood, Stephanie Oberle

Students create a website integrating a movie, blog, podcast, and originalmusic using the iLife Suite, a Mac-based program. Each studentresearches a topic using Parker databases and learns how to cite sourcescorrectly. After building a website, the Middle School student is preparedto tackle more complex technology assignments and projects in a varietyof curricular areas. (Open to 6th-8th grade students.)

Programming Workshop in Java (I & II)Instructor: Jim Partridge

This hands-on, project-based course is designed to be a fun way to eitherbegin learning about computer programming or to improve on existingprogramming skills. (The course is offered during the Parker school yearas Programming in Java A, B, C, D, E, F.) The range of a student’sprojects will be determined by that student’s level of experience. Thecourse is taught in Java, the language used in AP Computer Science. Thiscourse is open to incoming 7th to 12th grade students, and appropriatefor complete beginners to advanced programming students. No priorknowledge of Java is required.

Java I Java II

LANGUAGES

¡Vamos a hablar!Instructor: Señora Monica Gallardo

For students taking Spanish currently who wish to build language skillsduring the summer months. Through real life situations, engaging topicsand fun games, students put into practice the Spanish they have learnedand integrated to date. This is a conversational Spanish course that seeksto increase communication skills. Course components include a review ofgrammar with classes conducted entirely in Spanish. ¡Nos vemos en elverano! (For rising 7th and 8th grade students.)

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MB3V

10:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $445.00

June 28–July 9 (M-F) July 12–July 16 (M-F)

8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MC1J Course Code: MC7J


June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MB3F

10:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $445.00


Creating French Graphic Novels NEW! Instructors: Frederic Skrzypek (French) & Cynthia Stan Mellow (Art)

Create your own French graphic novel! A picture is worth a thousandFrench words! Learn French and become an artist in the process!

Over the span of this two-week interdisciplinary course (French andDrawing), students write a screenplay in French and then bring their storyto life through their own illustrations. French teacher Frederic Skrzypekguides the students in producing and applying the vocabulary necessarywhile visiting Visual Arts teacher Cynthia Stan Mellow teaches theaccompanying drawing and artistic skills. At the end of the course, eachstudent will have created a French graphic novel. (This course isappropriate for incoming 7th and 8th grade students who have taken atleast one year of French. Other interested students by permission fromMr. Skrzypek.)

PERFORMING ARTS

Guitar: The Beginning Sessions NEW! Instructor: Sam Hunt

This class is for beginning guitar students as well as for those with little orno guitar experience. The course first focuses on the fundamentals ofmusicianship and concludes with an introduction to different styles andapproaches of playing. Students learn the basic skills and techniques ofplaying guitar, in addition to reading music, understanding theory,absorbing guitar history, and examining different styles and techniques of the prominent guitarists. Students learn and perform songs of theirchoosing.

Classical Guitar (Continuing) NEW! Instructor: Sam Hunt

Students focus on training right and left-hand technique, building fingerstrength, speed and dexterity, learning basic theory and history, readingmusic notation, and playing gorgeous music. This class is for those youngmusicians who seek to get better at playing guitar. Much of the classroomtime is spent on developing physical agility of the right and left hands.

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MC1F

9:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $665.00

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: MB2G

9:00am-10:00am Tuition: $225.00


The class concludes with a formal concert on the final day. Non-classicalplayers are also welcome. (This class is designed for continuing studentsof guitar only. Beginners and those with little musical experience areadvised to take “Guitar: The Beginning Sessions.”)

Jazz Band: The Summer SessionsInstructor: Jim Witt

This course provides the perfect environment for those students interestedin further developing their skills as a member of a jazz band. Studentslearn to play a variety of jazz styles and idioms, improve their musicreading skills and play solos (improvised and written). The entire bandperforms two concerts at the end of both the second and third weeks.

Musical Theatre Vocal Workshop NEW! Instructor: Dr. Anne-Marie Dicce

This class provides students with the proper techniques, training and“inside” information to gain experience in musical theatre. Students buildconfidence when performing a song or scene in front of others. Anemphasis on basic vocal skills including projection, vocal range andproper breathing (among others) will be explored, in addition to selectingthe best audition song for each performer. Class members will alsoexperience singing in an ensemble and expanding basic music conceptsand repertoire to become better-rounded performers. Other topics includeprofessionalism and expectations in the world of theatre, as well as howto create and meet personal goals as a performer. (For 6th, 7th and 8thgrade students.)

Funny Business NEW! Instructor: Leah Garland

Students read short comedic plays or sketches and follow up with aperformance of their own design in dedicated comic scenes. Students learnhow an actor/actress analyzes a script and then prepares for performance.Emphasis will be placed on collaboration, active listening, timing, andhow to select appropriate comic choices. (For 6th-8th grade students.)

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: MB4G

10:00am-11:00am Tuition: $225.00

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: MB6M

12:30pm-3:30pm Tuition: $665.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MB1T

8:00am-10:00am Tuition: $445.00


VISUAL ARTS

Ceramic Art: Clay, Water and FireInstructor: Steve Cook

This lively ceramics class encourages each student to develop and explorehis or her own artistic vision through three-dimensional sculpture andpottery. Students work directly into clay with a variety of techniqueschosen specifically for each individual project. The results will be fired inone of Parker’s kilns and become a lasting record, an accompaniment todaily life either on the coffee table, the bookshelf or as an object ofinspiration. No experience necessary—both beginners and advancedstudents will be challenged to produce their best works.

Graphic Arts & DesignInstructor: Alan Johnson

The class permits students to experience a range of different artistic mediaincluding pencil, colored pencil, pen, water color, and acrylic paints.Work is done on illustration board, and in a sketch book, among otherformats. Students are taught according to their individual abilities. (Open to 6th-12th grade students.)

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MB5D

12:30pm-3:30pm Tuition: $665.00


8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MB1C Course Code: MB3C



8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm




8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MB1A Course Code: MB3A



8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MB2A Course Code: MB4A



Seeing Digital: Exploring Digital PhotographyInstructor: Andrew Rubin

This is an introductory course to digital photography beginning with thebasic elements of photography and how to capture the best possibleimages on the digital SLR camera. In conjunction with learning how totake professional-grade photographs, students come to understand howto navigate Adobe Photoshop software. Students also develop variousprojects utilizing basic graphic design techniques, including the creationof a comic book, movie poster, and/or album cover from scratch usingdigital photographs and Adobe Photoshop. (Students may make a shortmovie entirely out of still images while learning Final Cut Pro editingsoftware.) Each student must provide his or her own camera. While adigital “point-and-shoot” camera will suffice, digital SLR cameras arepreferred. Cameras must have a minimum 8 mega-pixel quality. (This course is appropriate for 6th, 7th and 8th grade students.)

Stone Carving/Steel FabricationInstructor: Tom Crowley

This course emphasizes standard techniques and approaches to workingwith stone and steel as important art mediums. Students work withdiamond saws, pneumatic hammers, chisels, rasps and other power toolsto design and execute three-dimensional sculptures in alabaster and othersoft stone. Skills developed include bending, cutting, and welding of steelforms. Students will be expected to produce one finished work (mounted,on a base) by the end of the three-week class. A field trip to a localsculpture garden may be scheduled. (For 6th, 7th and 8th grade students.)

WoodworkingInstructor: Kit Camp

Find out why woodworking is a satisfying, lifelong pursuit for so many.Students choose from a broad menu of woodworking projects designed toexpose them to the safe use of both hand and power tools, whileexploring traditional joinery techniques. Students have the opportunity topersonalize their work, not only through the choice of wood and finish,but also by selecting further embellishments like carving or painting. Noprevious woodworking experience is necessary. At the same time, studentspossessing advanced skills will be challenged as they are introduced tomore sophisticated woodworking techniques and tools.

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MB1P

8:00am-10:00am Tuition: $445.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: MB3S

10:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $445.00



Lancer CampCoordinator: Seth Tunick

After a morning of stretching the mind, it’s time for students to enjoy allthat San Diego has to offer. Lancer Camp is all about sampling the funand sun that defines America’s Finest City. Heading to the beach,splashing in the surf, kayaking in Mission Bay, sliding at Soak City, takingin a movie—the list is virtually endless. Lancer Camp provides closely-supervised and safe summer experiences on a daily basis for MiddleSchool students.


8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MB1W Course Code: MB3W



8:00am-10:00am 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: MB2W Course Code: MB4W



12:30pm-3:30pm 12:30pm-3:30pm




Upper School CoursesExciting academic, arts and sports courses and programs are offered atthe Upper School Level this summer. Whether students are seeking atrimester, semester or year-credit course, or simply wish to take a class (or classes) for enrichment, the Upper School program has a wide array ofchoices from which to choose. For the student who enrolls in both amorning and an afternoon course (or courses), lunch is provided. Allother students may purchase a mid-day meal for $5.00.

Students are encouraged to consider one or more of the new coursesadded to the mix, including: Dancing Through San Diego: A Choreography Workshop; Musical Theatre Vocal Workshop; orperhaps, The Science of Superheroes.We believe there is a course oractivity for every student seeking to keep his or her brain in the fast laneduring the summer months!

All students who wish to take courses for full-year credit must receivedepartmental approval prior to enrolling.

upper school coursesFull Year Credit Semester Credit Trimester Credit Enrichment

Biology Graphic Art & Design Graphic Art & Design CollegeApplication Workshop

Chemistry Ceramic Art: Clay, Ceramic Art: Clay, College Essay Water & Fire Water & Fire Writing

Geometry Stone Carving Stone Carving/ Guitar BeginningSteel Fabrication Steel Fabrication

Latin I - IV Woodworking Woodworking Guitar Classical

Algebra 1B Java Programming Creative Writing Jazz Band

Motion Media Dance Mechanics ofWriting

Photography Java Programming Musical Theatre Vocal Workshop

Martial Arts Pre-Calculus JumpStart

Motion Media Reading & Writing Enrichment

Photography Superheroes

Speech The Math Communications Advantage

Speed Development Verbal Section Prep: PSAT/SAT/ACT

Virtual Language Lab

Volleyball Conditioning


COLLEGE APPLICATION PROCESS

College Application Workshop for Rising SeniorsInstructors: Parker College Counseling Team

Join members of the College Counseling and English Departments, as well as CollegeAdmission Officers and receive expert guidance in the college search, application andselection process. Through a series of presentations and exercises, students take controlof the college planning process. Sessions will address the formation of a college list,essay writing, financial aid and scholarships, interviewing skills, and the filing ofapplications, among other topics. Students leave the program with the organizationalskills, knowledge, and confidence that will enable them to handle their own individualcollege searches

Workshop for Francis Parker School students only

Workshop for non-Parker students

The College Essay: From Conception to Execution Instructor: Carol Obermeier

This course focuses exclusively on the preparation of the college essay. Providingindividualized attention and instruction, the instructor helps students brainstormconcepts, inspire to write, edit “common application” essays and University ofCalifornia-specific essays, and essays applicable to various colleges and universitiesthroughout the nation.

June 14–June 18 (M-F) June 28–July 2 (M-F)

12:30pm-4:30pm 10:00am-2:30pm

Course Code: UE1O Course Code: UE3O



10:00am-12:00pm 10:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: UE3E Course Code: UE4E


June 21–June 25 (M-F) June 21–June 25 (M-F)

8:00am-12:00pm 12:30pm-4:30pm

Course Code: UE1N Course Code: UE5N



Verbal Section Prep: SAT/PSAT/ACTInstructor: Carol Obermeier

Students prepare for the SAT/ACT verbal section, vocabulary, the SAT II Literaturesection and/or the Writing requirement. All skill levels and grades are welcome. This course provides significant one-on-one guidance as appropriate.

MUSIC/PERFORMING ARTS

Guitar: The Beginning Sessions NEW! Instructor: Sam Hunt

This class is for beginning guitar students as well as for those with little or no guitarexperience. The course first focuses on the fundamentals of musicianship and concludeswith an introduction to different styles and approaches of playing. Students learn thebasic skills and techniques of playing guitar, in addition to reading music,understanding theory, absorbing guitar history, and examining different styles andtechniques of prominent guitarists. Students learn and perform songs of their choosing.

Classical Guitar (Continuing) NEW! Instructor: Sam Hunt

Students focus on training right and left-hand technique, building finger strength, speedand dexterity, learning basic theory and history, reading music notation, and playinggorgeous music. This class is for those young musicians who seek to get better atplaying guitar. Much of the classroom time is spent developing physical agility of theright and left hands. The class concludes with a formal concert on the final day. Non-classical players are also welcome. (This class is designed for continuing studentsof guitar only. Beginners and those with little musical experience are advised to take“Guitar: Beginning.”)

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UE2G

9:00am-10:00am Tuition: $225.00

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UE4G

10:00am-11:00am Tuition: $225.00


8:00am-10:00pm 8:00am-10:00am

Course Code: UE1V Course Code: UE2V



Jazz Band: The Summer SessionsInstructor: Jim Witt

This course provides the perfect environment for those students interested in furtherdeveloping their skills as a member of a jazz band. Students learn to play a variety ofjazz styles and idioms, improve their music reading skills and play solos (improvisedand written). The entire band performs two concerts at the end of both the second andthird weeks.

Dancing Through San Diego: A Choreography Workshop NEW! Instructor: Deborah Stern

Explore the many urban spaces and coastal places that define San Diego. Experience theocean, museums, harbor, and City on daily field trips to observe art, the environment,and architecture. Then return to the new dance studio on campus with fresh movementideas and create dances inspired by what has been observed. Students also practice avariety of dance styles, and learn about famous choreographers. By course’s end,students celebrate San Diego with a final dance showing. (Open to 9th-12th gradestudents.)

This course receives trimester credit.

Musical Theatre Vocal Workshop NEW! Instructor: Dr. Anne-Marie Dicce

This class provides students with the proper techniques, training and “inside”information to gain experience in musical theatre. Students build confidence whenperforming a song or scene in front of others. An emphasis on basic vocal skillsincluding projection, vocal range and proper breathing (among others) will be explored,in addition to selecting the best audition song for each performer. Class members willalso experience singing in an ensemble and expanding basic music concepts andrepertoire to become better-rounded performers. Other topics include professionalismand expectations in the world of theatre, as well as how to create and meet personalgoals as a performer. (For 7th-12th grade students.)

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: UT1D

8:30am to 11:00am Tuition: $735.00

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UE6M

12:30pm-3:30pm Tuition: $665.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: UE3T

10:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $445.00


VISUAL ARTS

Ceramic Art: Clay, Water and FireInstructor: Steve Cook

This lively ceramics class encourages each student to develop and explore his or herown artistic vision through three-dimensional sculpture and pottery. Students workdirectly into clay with a variety of techniques chosen specifically for each individualproject. The results will be fired in one of Parker’s kilns and become a lasting record, anaccompaniment to daily life either on the coffee table, the bookshelf or as an object ofinspiration. No experience necessary—both beginners and advanced students will bechallenged to produce their best works.

The following sections receive trimester credit:

The following sections receive semester credit:

Stone Carving/Steel FabricationInstructor: Tom Crowley

This course emphasizes standard techniques and approaches to working with stone andsteel as important art mediums. Students work with diamond saws, pneumatichammers, chisels, rasps and other power tools to design and execute three-dimensionalsculptures in alabaster and other soft stone. Skills developed include bending, cutting,and welding of steel forms. Students will be expected to produce one finished work(mounted, on a base) by the end of the three-week class. A field trip to a local sculpturegarden may be scheduled. (For 6th-12th grade students.)

July 26–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UT8C

8:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $735.00


8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: UT1C Course Code: US7C



8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: US1C Course Code: US2C



The following section receives trimester credit:

The following section receives semester credit:

Graphic Arts & DesignInstructor: Alan Johnson

The class permits students to experience a range of different artistic media includingpencil, colored pencil, pen, water color, and acrylic paints. Work is done on illustrationboard, and in a sketch book, among other formats. Students are taught according totheir individual abilities. (Open to 6th-12th grade students.)




8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: UT1A Course Code: US7A


July 26–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UT8A

8:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $735.00


8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: US1A Course Code: US2A


June 28–July 9 (M-F) Course Code: UT1R

8:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $735.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: US1R

8:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $1095.00


WoodworkingInstructor: Kit Camp

Find out why woodworking is a satisfying, lifelong pursuit for so many. Studentschoose from a broad menu of woodworking projects designed to expose them to thesafe use of both hand and power tools, while exploring traditional joinery techniques.Students have the opportunity to personalize their work, not only through the choice ofwood and finish, but also by selecting further embellishments like carving or painting.No previous woodworking experience is necessary. At the same time, studentspossessing advanced skills will be challenged as they are introduced to moresophisticated woodworking techniques and tools.



PhotographyInstructor: Mark Byrne

“The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera.”Dorothea LangeThis course provides a thorough introduction to the technical aspects of photography,as well as its aesthetic, expressive and cultural qualities. The goal is to enable studentsto communicate through the medium of the lens whether work is recorded on film or indigital form. (Class size limited to 17 students.)

Lower Levels: The emphasis is on the technical aspects of photography, includingcamera operation, lighting, darkroom and studio. (University of California Accredited)

Upper Levels: Students concentrate on strengthening their portfolios and learning thecritical aspects of visual culture.

June 28–July 16 (M-F) July 19-August 6 (M-F)

8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: US1W Course Code: US2W



8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: UT1W Course Code: UT7W


July 26-August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UT8W

8:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $735.00




LANGUAGES

Latin I, II, III, IVInstructor: Dr. John Lown

This multi-level offering allows students to take one semester or one year of Latin atany of four (4) levels, through individual tutorial-type instruction in an acceleratedimmersion program. SAT-geared vocabulary, basic grammar and translation skills arelearned in a self-paced, computer-assisted environment. Roman history, literature, andmythology are also introduced as background for literature and social studies in otherhigh school courses. (Prior approval by the Foreign Language Department is requiredfor Parker students to receive credit.)

Each Latin course runs five (5) weeks, with classes meeting from 8:00 am to 12:30 pmeach day, (approximately 120 hours) the equivalent of two (2) semesters of work during


8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: US1P Course Code: US2P



12:30pm-4:30pm 12:30pm-4:30pm

Course Code: US5P Course Code: US6P



8:00am-12:00pm 8:00am-12:00pm

Course Code: UT1P Course Code: UT7P



12:30pm-4:30pm 12:30pm-4:30pm



July 26-August 6 (M-F) July 26–August 6 (M-F)

8:00am-12:00pm 12:30pm-4:30pm




the regular school year. A student may take any of the four levels of Latin withappropriate guidance and permission from the instructor. (Non-Parker students usetextbooks in place at their current school.)

Note: Field trips to local museum exhibits, movie theaters, or ethnic restaurants may beincorporated into the curriculum, depending on the composition of the class andappropriate offerings at local venues.

This course receives a full year academic credit.

Virtual Language Lab NEW! Instructor: Jim Partridge

Virtual Language Lab is a new, online course under the supervision of a Parker UpperSchool teacher. Student work will be monitored closely; depending on rate of progressand level of achievement, one or two trimesters of credit may be awarded to Parkerstudents. Students from other schools may be entitled to a semester language credit aswell, subject to approval of their school. This course enables students to work at theirown pace and return to school better prepared to continue with their language study.For additional support students may arrange face-to-face meetings with the instructoras necessary. (The Rosetta Stone Method is used as the basis for this course.)This course receives trimester credit.

MATH/SCIENCE/COMPUTER

Algebra 1BInstructor: Carrie Dilmore and Staff

This course positions advanced students to review beginning algebraic ideas whileinvestigating and mastering the challenging concepts from the second half of atraditional Algebra I course. Students participate in a variety of activities that cater toindividual learning styles. Introduction to graphing calculators and problem-solvingtechniques provide new challenges for students who are prepared to advance to the nextlevel in mathematics. Students work both in groups and independently.

The course covers number sets, factoring techniques, order of operations, addition,subtraction, multiplication, and division of algebraic expressions, linear and quadraticequations, trigonometry, probability and statistics, and graphing techniques. Priorapproval by the Mathematics Department is required for Parker students to receiveacademic credit. (Upon successful completion, Parker students move into Geometry.)

June 28–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UTXV

Time: Virtual Class Tuition: $250.00*

June 28–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UTYV

Time: Virtual Class Tuition: $175.00*

June 28–July 30 (M-F) Course Code: UY1L

8:00am to 12:30pm Tuition: $1765.00

*If the student worked with the Rosetta Stone

Method during the 2009-2010 academic year

and has purchased the learning materials.

*If the student is working with the Rosetta

Stone Method for the first time and purchases

the learning materials.



Geometry Instructors: Jessica Lemoine and Anna Khan

This course presents the fundamentals of geometry in a fun and relaxed learningenvironment. Problem solving and critical thinking skills acquired in this class areessential for not only understanding the larger world but also for succeeding in otherdisciplines such as physics, chemistry, computer science and music. Students will beexpected to complete 1.5-2 hours of homework for each class. Note: Much of thecontent covered in this course appears in similar fashion on the SAT—so being an activeparticipant and asking questions enhances the learning experience. Prior approval bythe Mathematics Department is required for Parker students to receive academiccredit.


The Math AdvantageInstructor: Paul Roudebush

This course positions students to refresh their math skills with ongoing, individualizedinstruction. Students choose the level at which they wish to work—from Pre-Algebrathrough Calculus. This is a student-paced learning and skills course that permits areturn to previous math work for a “brush-up” or a move forward to prepare for theupcoming year of math study.

Pre-Calculus “JumpStart”Instructor: Erin Feldman

Planning on taking Pre-Calculus next year? Perhaps feeling a bit unsure of some of theconcepts learned earlier in Algebra II? Have questions about learning those newconcepts of Pre-Calculus? Want to keep using the math concepts learned the pastacademic year so as not to forget them over the summer? If you answered “yes” to anyof these questions, then Pre-Calculus JumpStart is the class for you.

This two-week class reviews key topics from Algebra II, as well as introduces newconcepts to be learned in Pre-Calculus. A review of functions, quadratic equations, andlogarithms is included. There will also be an introduction to Trigonometry, a keycomponent in Pre-Calculus.

(This is a non-credit course, yet offers students the opportunity to get a “jump start”and be better prepared to handle Pre-Calculus.)

July 19–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UE4M

10:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $445.00

June 28–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UY1X

8:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $1765.00

June 28–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UY1G

8:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $1765.00


Biology Instructor: DJ Walcott

This course helps students develop a conceptual framework for modern biology andgain an appreciation of science as a process. Primary focus is on developing anunderstanding of concepts rather than memorizing terms and technical details. Essentialto conceptual understanding: the personal experience in scientific inquiry; recognitionof unifying themes that integrate the major topics of biology; and application ofbiological knowledge and critical thinking to environmental and social concerns.

Week 1: Organic Compounds and Chemical Bonds; Energy; Week 2: TransportMechanisms; Photosynthesis; Week 3: Cellular Respiration; Cell Structure; Week 4:DNA; Protein Synthesis; Week 5: Mitosis & Meiosis; Genetics: Week 6: Evolution;Natural History. Prior approval by the Science Department is required for Parkerstudents to receive academic credit.


ChemistryInstructor: Hima Joshi, Ph.D

This is an introductory course, covering such topics as atomic and kinetic theory,solutions, qualitative and quantitative aspects of chemical reactions and molecular andatomic structure. An emphasis is placed on the scientific method through instruction inperforming experiments, keeping a scientific notebook, and executing laboratoryreports. (Prerequisite: Physics or Conceptual Physics). Prior approval by the ScienceDepartment is required for Parker students to receive academic credit.


June 28–July 9 (M-F) Course Code: UE1M

8:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $595.00

June 28–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UY1B

8:00am to 12:00pm Tuition: $1765.00

June 28–August 5(M-Th) Course Code: UY1C

8:00am to 1:30pm Tuition: $1765.00


Programming Workshop in JavaInstructor: Jim Partridge

This hands-on, project-based course is designed to be a fun way to either begin learningabout computer programming or to improve existing programming skills. (The courseis offered during the school year as Programming in Java A, B, C, D, E, F.) The range ofa student’s projects will be determined by that student’s level of experience. The courseis taught in Java, the language used in AP Computer Science. This course is open toincoming 7th-12th grade students, and appropriate for complete beginners to advancedprogramming students. No prior knowledge of Java is required.

The following section receives trimester credit:


Motion Media: The Short FilmInstructor: Andrew Rubin

“The illiterate of the future will be the person ignorant of the use of the camera as well as the pen.” Laszlo Moholy-Nagy

The ability to express one’s self in sound and moving images is the goal of this course.The camera, lighting, audio, Final Cut Pro non-linear editing, interviews, writing andgraphic design will be learned as students produce a short film. Teaching those skillsnecessary for the production of a compilation style documentary, such as those requiredfor the California History Day Competition are emphasized. Class size limited to nine(9) students.



June 28–July 9 (M-F) Course Code: UT1J

8:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $735.00

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: US1J

8:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $1095.00


12:30pm-4:30pm 12:30pm-4:30pm

Course Code: UT5V Course Code: UT9V


June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: US5V

12:30pm-4:30pm Tuition: $1095.00


ENGLISH/WRITING/SPEECH

Reading and Writing Enrichment NEW! Instructor: Carol Obermeier

This course focuses on developing careful reading and critical thinking skills so that thestudent is positioned to produce clear and concise prose. The three most importantelements of good prose—composition, grammar, and vocabulary—are addressed.Students work at their own level and pace to produce personal essays (similar to collegeapplication essays), formal analytical papers, or a variety of “theme” essays — fromnarration to description to argument. This workshop is a perfect primer whether thestudent is entering the 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade year.

Creative Writing: The Writers’ Workshop—Indoors and OutInstructor: Jared D’Onofrio

Students learn the basic elements of crafting poetry, fiction, and drama in a small grouplearning environment. From quick, in-class sample texts and exercises, students plungedaily into writing, revising, and ultimately submitting for publication a body of work,fortified by feedback from the instructor and from fellow students. Weekly field tripswill complement and inspire student in-class writing. (For grades 9-12.)


The Science of Superheroes NEW! Instructor: DJ Walcott

The course takes an in-depth look at the science behind a cast of Superheroes as well asthe effects these heroes continue to have on several fields of science and popular culture.Class discussions are shaped by an analysis of Superhero icons historically, as portrayedin comic books (early 1900s, 2000s), television programs (1950s, 1960s), and movies(1970s, 1980s, 1990s). Each student is responsible for creating and presenting his orher own Superhero with science-based powers. Students gain a better understanding ofthe distinction between science and science fiction and how Superheroes continue toshape and impact modern culture. (Appropriate for 6th-12th grade students.)

June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: UT3R

10:00am to 12:30pm Tuition: $735.00


8:00am-10:00am 8:00am-10:00am

Course Code: UE1E Course Code: UE2E


June 28–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: UE5V

12:30pm to 3:30pm Tuition: $665.00


Break The Ice: Speech Communications Instructor: Gordon Cantiello

Speech Communications remains a course required for graduation by all Francis ParkerSchool students. Break the Ice is an interactive course exploring informative,demonstrative, and entertaining speech preparation, techniques and delivery. Studentslearn to use visual aids effectively, handle questions and answers, and also develophearing and listening skills. They also analyze communication events.



7:30am-10:00am 10:00am-12:30pm

Course Code: UT1S Course Code: UT3S



1:00pm-3:30pm 7:30am-10:00am




10:0am-12:30pm 1:00pm-3:30pm




Athletic AcademiesFrancis Parker School prides itself on educating and shaping the entire child and hasalways subscribed to the notion of “sound mind, sound body.” Accordingly, theSummer Program offers an extensive list of Athletic Academies/Camps, many of whichare held during the week of June 21-June 25. From Martial Arts and Fencing, toBaseball, Basketball and Football, young athletes might choose to try a new sport orsharpen their skills in a sport they already play. (Athletic Academies are appropriate forLower School, Middle School and Upper School student-athletes.)

Fencing: Learning Sword Skills NEW! Director/Instructor: Maestro Stuart Lee

One of the fastest growing sports in San Diego is also one of the safest. Combining thephysical attributes of strength, agility and power with the mental demands ofchess, fencing holds great appeal for the student who may not fit into traditional sportsprograms. This course provides an introduction to foil fencing and couples thetraditions of honor and chivalry with the speed, timing, strategy and tactics of a video game.

The instructor is Stuart Lee, a Foil Fencing Master, a former Pacific Coast Championand NCAA Head Coach. All fencing equipment is provided. Students simply wearathletic footwear, long pants and t-shirt.

June 21–June 25 (M-F) Course Code: AC5E

12:00pm-4:00pm Tuition: $150.00

athletic academies


Beginning Cheerleading NEW! Director/Coach: Dana Litchman

A new Summer Program course that provides cheer training with an emphasis on balance, flexibilityand fun. The younger students will be encouraged to focus on teamwork and safety as well ascreating precision in skills learned, while discovering the basic fundamentals of cheerleading andgymnastics. Acquired techniques are shaped by flexibility, jumps, motions, and beginning tumblingskills that will be displayed in a cumulative routine on the final day of the course. Along withinteractive team games, students come to grasp the importance of sustaining team spirit. Theopportunity to perform with the Upper School cheerleaders is projected to be a part of the course.Instruction will be given on the Linda Vista Campus. (For grades 3-5, or by permission of instructor)

Cheerleading Prep: Acrobatics, Gymnastics, Aerobics NEW! Director/Coach: Dana Litchman

This specialized program provides fitness training with the emphasis on strength, balance, andflexibility. Students focus on safety and teamwork while discovering the fundamentals of cheerleadingand gymnastics. A range of techniques including methods, jumps, motions, stunts and basic tumblingare learned and in turn, presented in a cumulative routine on the final day of the course.

Both courses are taught by Dana Litchman, Parker’s Cheerleading coach and a certified member ofthe National Cheerleading Association, National Federation of State High School Associations, andAmerican Association of Cheerleading Coaches and Administrators. Litchman is a former CollegiateCheerleading National Championship Competitor and Connecticut State Champion Gymnast. (For Grades 6-9—or other grades, by permission of instructor).

TENNIS

Summer “Blast-Off” Tennis Camps at the Barnes Tennis Center NEW! Instructor: Tom O’Brien and Staff

Tom O’Brien, Summer Programs Director at the Barnes Tennis Center is currently the Parker BoysVarsity Head coach. His squad won the CIF Championship in 2009. O’Brien is a USPTA P1 LevelTeaching Professional and brings over 20 years of tennis instruction and program-building experienceto the Parker Summer Programs.

Recreational Tennis and Sports Camp NEW! Join us for a fun kick-off to summer with a tennis camp experience that takes a “games approach” tolearning and improving basic tennis skills. Afternoons include “Team Tennis” on clay, hard, “shortcourt” and “beach tennis” games, as well as non-tennis activities. Ages 6-16; “Teen Tennis Zone” justfor the older kids. Beginner and Advanced Beginner levels. B.Y.O. lunch or $5/day Kids-Menu fromSnack Bar; Snack and drink included daily; Souvenir water bottle, t-shirt and photo included.Complimentary early-drop-off starting at 7:30 am. Free racquet if needed.

July 12–July 16 (M-F) Course Code: AC7C

12:30pm-3:00pm Tuition: $195.00

July 6–July 9 (T-F) Course Code: AC5C

1:30pm-3:30pm Tuition: $105.00


High-Performance Competitive Camp NEW! Our elite team of tennis professionals and junior tennis experts has designed this camp for satelliteand open tournament players who seek to improve their tournament play. Includes 25 court-hours ofstrategy, fitness and mental toughness drills. Ages 8-18. Designed for kids who are eager to compete!Intermediate level thru Open-level players. B.Y.O. lunch or $5/day Kids-Menu from Snack Bar. Waterbottle and t-shirt included. Snack and drink included daily

Afternoon Tennis Camp NEW! The afternoon program is a fun combination of drills, games, team-tennis short-court tennis, beachtennis and other fun activities. For players, ages 6-16. Players have 2 enrollment options: One orboth, consecutive 3-week sessions, or on a weekly basis.

3-Week Sessions

Session 1 Session 2

Weekly Sessions


1:00pm-3:30pm 1:00pm-3:30pm

Course Code: AC5L Course Code: AC6L


June 28–July 2 (M-F) July 6–July 9 (T-F)

1:00pm-3:30pm 1:00pm-3:30pm

Course Code: AC5T Course Code: AC7T


July 12–July 16 (M-F) July 19–July 23 (M-F)

1:00pm-3:30pm 1:00pm-3:30pm



June 21–June 25 (M-F) June 21–June 25 (M-F)

9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-5:30pm

Course Code: AC1T Course Code: AC1F

Tuition: $295.00 Tuition: $315.00* total

June 21–June 25 (M-F) Course Code: AC1H

8:30am-2:30pm Tuition: $295.00

*For players requiring 5:30pm pickup,add $20 and select Course Code ACIF


BASEBALL

Baseball Skills Level I Director/Coach: Ryan Guidi

Targeted at beginners or children relatively new to the game. Participants are introduced to allbaseball fundamentals, with a special emphasis by the coaching staff placed on communicating theproper techniques and mechanics for fielding, throwing and hitting. All drills and exercises areadjusted to fit the individual child’s abilities. Tuition includes a 2010 Summer Baseball academy t-shirt.

Baseball Skills Level IIDirector/Coach: Ryan Guidi

This academy is appropriate for the Middle School athlete, advanced beginner or intermediate player.The fundamentals of the game are reinforced, both on offense and defense. Players also receiveindividual instruction on the mechanics of pitching, as appropriate. The various strategies of baseball are communicated in simple terms. Players of varying skill levels will benefit as drills andexercises are adjusted to engage to fit each child’s ability level. Tuition includes a 2010 SummerBaseball academy t-shirt.

BASKETBALL

Basketball AcademyDirector/Coach: Jim Tomey and Staff

Jim Tomey, Parker’s boys’ basketball head coach offers his signature one-week basketball clinic onceagain during the coming summer. Emphasis is on the development of individual skills andcommunicating the importance of team play for those young athletes learning the game.

Tomey is one of only four San Diego boys’ basketball coaches to have captured a state title (1998:University of San Diego High School). His Parker boys’ basketball team won the 2010 CIF SectionChampionship. Tomey was inducted into the San Diego County Hall of Champions in 2001. (Open to Lower School and Middle School boys and girls.)

July 6–July 9 (T-F) Course Code: AC5P

12:30pm-3:00pm Tuition: $195.00

June 21–June 24 (M-Th) Course Code: AC5B

12:00pm-2:30pm Tuition: $155.00

July 26–July 30 (M-F) August 2–August 6(M-F)

1:00pm-3:30pm 1:00pm-3:30pm



July 6–July 9 (T-F) Course Code: AC1P

8:00am-11:00am Tuition: $195.00


The Jim Tomey Advanced Basketball AcademyDirector/Coach: Jim Tomey

This specialized basketball academy is targeted at the player with a higher skills set, or competitive orteam experience. The two-week comprehensive camp emphasizes offensive skills development with aparticular focus on enhancing the player’s shooting abilities.

Tomey is one of only four San Diego boys’ basketball coaches to have captured a state title (1998:University of San Diego High School). His Parker boys’ basketball team won the 2010 CIF SectionChampionship. Tomey was inducted into the San Diego County Hall of Champions in 2001. (Open to Upper School or high school-aged players, or by permission of Coach Tomey.)

Girls’ Basketball Skills and Development AcademyDirector/Coach: Dale Parker

The camp – exclusively for Middle School girls (grades 6, 7 and 8)—teaches the basic fundamentalsof dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, “post” moves, footwork and court presence andawareness. The program is open to girls with some basketball experience who are keen on buildingskills with the intent of becoming or remaining involved with team play on a competitive level. Drillsthat enhance mental toughness and impart the importance of sportsmanship are also emphasized.

The director of the academy is Dale Parker, current Parker varsity girls’ basketball coach. Coach Parker draws on his extensive experience coaching at Cornell University from 1986-1989when the school captured its first Ivy League title and from playing professionally for several years inSouth America.

In the Paint: Girls’ “Post” Academy NEW! Director/Coach: Dale Parker

This skills-specific academy is designed and structured to teach the basic fundamentals of post play togirls who play or seek to play the position with greater confidence. Playing the low post requires thatgirls establish themselves as a physical force and presence “down low,” coupled with a unique mentaltoughness. This academy covers learning the proper footwork techniques, the basic post moves,effective rebounding, post defense and running the floor as a post player.. The goal of the academy isto help create players who can become a powerful force on both ends of the court.

The director of the academy is Dale Parker, current Francis Parker School’s varsity girls’ basketballcoach. Coach Parker draws on his extensive experience coaching at Cornell University from 1986-1989 when the school captured its first Ivy League title and from playing professionally for severalyears in South America.

June 21–June 25 (M-F) Course Code: AC5G

1:00pm-4:00pm Tuition: $235.00

June 21–July 8 (M-Th) Course Code: AC1B

8:30am-11:30am Tuition: $325.00

August 9-10 Course Code: AC0G

9:30am-3:30pm Tuition: $125.00


FOOTBALL

Lancer Technique Football AcademyDirector/Coach: John Morrison, Parker Staff

Young athletes wishing to get a jump on the upcoming football season or beginners keen on simplygetting the best possible feel for the fundamentals of the game are encouraged to sign up for theLancer Technique Football Academy. While the primary focus is on throwing and catching, thisfootball camp incorporates other aspects basic to both flag and tackle football.

Daily dress is t-shirt and shorts; appropriate football cleats for Parker’s synthetic turf field arerequired. Attendees are encouraged to bring a drink and a snack each day. All participants receive aParker Football Academy t-shirt. (For grades 3-8.)

SOCCER

World Cup Soccer AcademyDirector/Coach: Colleen Fogarty and Staff

In celebration of the 2010 World Cup, this starter soccer camp is open to young players (girls andboys), JK through 5th grade. Daily activities include a skills focus that is taught and then practiced insmall groups named after participating World Cup teams. A special skills competition match will takeplace, applying newly-learned skills as well as concluding each day with a “World Cup” scrimmage.

Colleen Fogarty has played for the La Jolla Nomads, University of San Diego High School, in theOlympic Development Program, and the at the University of San Diego, where the team on which sheplayed made four NCAA tournament appearances. Fogarty began coaching at Parker in 2000. Shehas been on the staff of a number of soccer camps including the San Diego Spirit, Soccertron,Cathedral Catholic HS and here at Francis Parker School.

Parker Soccer AcademyDirector/Coach: Seth Tunick, Parker Staff

This co-educational skills development camp is open to both Middle and Upper School-aged players(6th-12th graders), but geared toward the intermediate/advanced player. The 5-day academy willreview basic skills with an emphasis on how to adapt learned skills to game situations. Key individualteaching components include finishing (shooting), defending/attacking and one-on-one drills. Teamskills focus on attacking the goal in the offensive third of the field/pitch, creating effective midfieldplay and using the defense to build an attack. The academy will also feature extended scrimmagingand a concluding “small-side” tournament and will be conducted at Lauer Field on Francis Parker’sLinda Vista Campus.

Seth Tunick is in his third year as boys’ varsity head coach and enters his 8th year as part of theParker athletic staff. He currently coaches at CSC San Diego where he has been a mainstay for 17years. Tunick has been named “Coach of the Year” three times and spent three years as a member ofthe club’s Board of Directors.

June 28–July 2 (M-F) Course Code: AC5F

12:30pm-3:30pm Tuition: $235.00

June 21–June 25 (M-F) Course Code: AC1S

8:30am-11:30am Tuition: $235.00


VOLLEYBALL

Parker Volleyball AcademyDirector/Coaches: Eric Sato, Diane Pascua

Beginning Volleyball: The Building BlocksThis camp focuses on developing the fundamentals necessary to securing a successful start involleyball. Sharpening individual skills as well as understanding the importance of teamwork are thekey components emphasized in this academy. This is a co-educational activity and open to theyounger Middle School-aged kids.

The camp is directed by Eric Sato, two-time U.S. Olympic medalist (Gold, 1988; Bronze, 1992) andCalifornia Volleyball Coach of the Year (2005). Sato is the current girls’ volleyball head coach atFrancis Parker School. Sato will be assisted by new, incoming Parker girls’ coach, Diane Pascua.Pascua was a collegiate standout at Gonzaga University and has been competing in the United StatesProfessional beach Volleyball Tour since 2003.

Intermediate/Advanced Volleyball: Competitive Skills-BuildingThis intermediate to advanced skills volleyball camp, while continuing to emphasize fundamentals,empowers young players to take their game to the next level. This camp is geared toward players(girls and boys) with some Middle School or club playing experience. Players are introduced and thenhave reinforced advance techniques and a variety of team concepts.

The camp is directed by Eric Sato, two-time U.S. Olympic medalist (Gold, 1988; Bronze, 1992) andCalifornia Volleyball Coach of the Year (2005). Sato is the current girls’ volleyball head coach atParker. Sato will be assisted by new, incoming Parker girls’ coach, Diane Pascua. Pascua was acollegiate standout at Gonzaga University and has been competing in the United States Professionalbeach Volleyball Tour since 2003.

Volleyball ConditioningInstructor: John Landicho

This sport-specific strength and conditioning class is designed to increase a volleyball player’s generalathletic abilities. It is intended for incoming 9th-12th grade boys and girls. Thrice a week weighttraining sessions utilize a combination of weight machine, free weight, and body weight exercises toincrease strength and power, with a special emphasis on core stability. Twice weekly sessions focus onplyometric, speed, and agility exercises to increase quickness. Daily flexibility work will also aid inpreparing the volleyball player for the upcoming season.


June 21–June 25 (M-F) Course Code: AC5S

12:30pm-3:30pm Tuition: $235.00

June 21–June 25 (M-F) Course Code: AC1V

8:00am-10:00am Tuition: $155.00

June 21–June 25 (M-F) Course Code: AC3V

10:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $155.00


Girls’ Volleyball Team Strategies and Team ConceptsDirector/Coach: Diane Pascua and Staff

This end-of-summer camp is open to competitive or advanced girls—those who have acquired asubstantial skill set through past team play and earlier competition. Players acquire the tactical skillsthat enable them to lift their level of play, both offensively and defensively.

The camp is directed by new, incoming Parker girls’ volleyball coach, Diane Pascua. Pascua was acollegiate standout at Gonzaga University and has been competing in the United States Professionalbeach Volleyball Tour since 2003.

Volleyball I: Technical Skills Training (Girls and Boys) NEW! Director/Coach: Diane Pascua and Staff

Each training session seeks to develop a variety of technical skills. The primary objectives are tocommunicate and teach mechanics, body positioning and footwork so players achieve maximumresults with every move or on-court position. Skill sets include: passing, setting, serving, attackingoptions, blocking fundamentals, receiving of serve, back-row defense and general defending.

These training sessions are directed by new, incoming Parker girls’ volleyball coach, Diane Pascua.Pascua was a collegiate standout at Gonzaga University and has been competing in the United StatesProfessional beach Volleyball Tour since 2003.

(Volleyball I is appropriate for 7th and 8th grade girls and boys.)

Volleyball II: Technical Skills Training (Girls Only) NEW! Director/Coach: Diane Pascua and Staff

Each training session seeks to develop a variety of technical skills. The primary objectives are tocommunicate and teach mechanics, body positioning and footwork so players achieve maximumresults with every move or on-court position. Skill sets include: passing, setting, serving, attackingoptions, blocking fundamentals, receiving of serve, back-row defense and general defending.

These training sessions are directed by new, incoming Parker girls’ volleyball coach, Diane Pascua.Pascua was a collegiate standout at Gonzaga University and has been competing in the United StatesProfessional beach Volleyball Tour since 2003.

(Volleyball II is appropriate for 9th–12th grade girls.)

July 6–July 9 (T-F) Course Code: AC7V

1:00pm-3:00pm Tuition: $125.00

August 9–11 (M-W) Course Code: AC0V

8:00am-12:00pm Tuition: $185.00

June 21–August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UT3V

10:30am-12:30pm Tuition: $265.00

July 12–July 15 (M-Th) Course Code: AC9V

1:00pm-3:00pm Tuition: $125.00


OTHER

Conditioning & Speed DevelopmentInstructor: Jeff Rose

This course is structured to benefit a wide range of the athlete’s needs and is tailored to fit a variety ofsports. Aspects of training include: weighted cardio, improving joint integrity, building first-stepquickness, creating lateral agility, developing motor skills, and enhancing vertical leap/lateralexplosion, change of direction, reaction time and flexibility. Regardless of sport, this intensivesummer training program helps improve power, speed, quickness, agility and balance. The courseworks with young athletes in groups or on an individual basis as appropriate.


Martial Arts: Arnis/Escrima—Filipino Fencing NEW! Instructor: Steve Cook

This is a traditional self-defense, martial arts course that finds its historical roots in the Philippines.The course solidifies basic concepts of attack and defense with fluid, energetic, balanced bodymovements through the practiced use and control of one, or two, rattan batons. (These durable anddense sticks are substitutes for the traditional machetes used in daily life in the Philippines.) A fun,action-packed class that provides hands-on learning applications. Open to both girls and boys,appropriate for beginning and advanced martial arts students. Cook was a student of renownedmartial arts instructor Rodel Dagooc in Manila. (For grades 9-12 only or by permission of instructor.)


July 19-August 6 (M-F) Course Code: UT6M

1:00pm-3:30pm Tuition: $735.00

June 28-August 5 (M-Th) Course Code: UT5K

2:00pm-4:00pm Tuition: $265.00


2010 Summer Programs General Information

REGISTRATION

Registration for all courses and activities beginson Monday, April 12, 2010, at 8:00 am. Allcourses and activities are filled on a first come,first served basis!

Students and families wishing to register for acourse or activity may do so by submitting acompleted registration form by mail or bydropping it off at either the Lower School orUpper School. A printable form is availableonline or one may be requested from theSummer Program office. (Please note: Oneregistration form per student.) If by mail, pleasesend to: Francis Parker School SummerProgram, 6501 Linda Vista Road, San Diego,California 92111. If the preference is to deliverthe completed registration form in person, thismay be done at one of two locations, beginningat 8:00am on Monday, April 12:

Mission Hills Campus: With one of the secretaries in the Lower School office.

Linda Vista Campus: With the receptionist, Monica Sawaya, in the reception area of theStudents Services/Administration Building.

Please note: A student will not be registered until both a completed registration form and thefull tuition payment are received. A registration form may be accessed online (printableversion) at www.francisparker.org/summer. There is also a registration form in the back of the2010 Summer Programs catalogue that may be removed and completed.

ATTENDANCE

Due to the abbreviated length of the summer sessions, absences should be avoided, barringextenuating circumstances. For courses receiving credit, two (2) or more absences will prevent astudent from fulfilling the terms of a course and warrant a “no-credit” status.

ATTIRE

Student dress is intended to be in keeping with summer and fun—thus, cool, comfortable andcasual at all times. We do ask that students exercise good judgment, however. Recommendedattire for girls is blouses or polo shirts, slacks, shorts or simple dresses or skirts. For boys, sportor polo shirts, slacks or shorts. Jeans and nice t-shirts for both girls and boys are acceptable, butthey should be neat and free of holes or tears.

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BEHAVIOR

The Francis Parker Summer Program reserves the right to dismiss at any time, any student whose deportmentor conduct is deemed to be unsafe, inappropriate and/or counter to the classroom experience or to the goals of the Summer Program. In the instance of a dismissal (or a student withdrawal), no refund of tuition or feeswill be issued.

GRADES

Grades will be communicated at the end of each three-week session for semester and trimester credit courses.Year-long courses will issue a grade report every two (2) weeks.

LUNCH/SNACKS

Lunch is provided from 12:00 pm-12:45 pm for students attending both morning and afternoon sessions at theMiddle and Upper School levels. Others may purchase a lunch for $5.00 on the Linda Vista campus. Thereare vending machines on campus that dispense beverages only. Lunch is included for Lower School studentswho attend classes on the Mission Hills campus, attending morning and afternoon sessions.

POTENTIAL COURSE CHANGES

At the time of printing, all information contained in both the catalogue (paper copy, available upon request)and the electronic version was deemed accurate. However, due to the possibility of changes to courses,teaching assignments and enrollment levels, the Summer Program reserves the right to make changes asnecessary and appropriate. PROSPECTIVE AND ENROLLED STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES AREURGED TO CHECK THE SUMMER PROGRAMS LINK AT WWW.FRANCISPARKER.ORG/SUM FORMODIFICATION AND UPDATES. (ALL COURSES TO BE CONFIRMED DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF JUNE 2010).


TRANSPORTATION

Parker offers a shuttle bus that departs the Linda Vista campus at 8:05 am daily for the Mission Hills campus. A return shuttle bus departs the Mission Hills campus for the Linda Vistacampus at 3:30 pm daily.

TUITION/PAYMENT

Payment is due at the time the completed registration form is submitted. Payment is to be madeby check, payable to Francis Parker School, or in cash.

Sports Skills Development Academies

June 21, 2010-June 25, 2010

Academic/Arts Session I

June 28-July 16

Academic/Arts Session II

July 16-August 6

Campus LocationsAll classes are held on Francis Parker School’s two campuses:

Lower School Classes:

Mission Hills campus4201 Randolph StreetSan Diego, California 92103Telephone: 619.298.9110Fax: 619.298.5128

Middle and Upper School Classes:

Linda Vista campus6501 Linda Vista RoadSan Diego, California 92111Telephone: 858.569.7900Fax: 858.569.0621

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1. Q: How are course and activities registration handled?

A: A printable registration form may be downloaded from Parker’s Summer Program link (at

www.francisparker.org/sum), completed and then mailed to the Summer Program office at Francis Parker

School. Registration forms and tuition payment may be dropped off in person with either the Upper School

receptionist or at the Lower School office.

2. Q: For what grade levels are courses and activities offered during the Parker Summer Program?

A: Pre-kindergarten through the 12th grade.

3. Q: Are courses offered that eligible to receive academic credit?

A: Many courses are structured to award academic credit—in most cases, trimester or year-long credit.

4. Q: Will all courses published online and in the catalogue be offered as advertised?

A: Assuming that an appropriate minimum number of students enroll in a given course (varies by course),

it will be offered.

5. Q: What if that minimum number of students is not reached?

A: The course will be cancelled, with all courses confirmed during the first week of June 2010.

In the event a course is cancelled due to under-enrollment, parents and students will be notified and a full

refund will be granted.

6. Q: Will additional courses or activities be added to the initially-published roster of courses prior to the

beginning of the summer session?

A. Quite possibly. The Summer Program office recommends that students interested in attending Parker this

summer check Parker’s site and the Summer Program link for changes to the list of courses and activities.

7. Q: What form of payment does the Summer Program accept for course tuition and activity fees?

A: The Summer Program asks that all payments be made in the form of personal or business check,

payable to Francis Parker School, or in cash.

8. Q: Will classes be taught on Monday, July 5?

A: In honor of the National Holiday that falls on Sunday, July 4, there will not be classes on Monday, July 5.

9. Q: May students who do not attend Parker during the fall/winter/ spring terms attend the School’s Summer

Program?

A. Yes.

10. Q: Does the Summer Program offer an “extended” care option?

A: Yes. Extended Care is offered at the Lower School and Middle School at the rate of $6.00/hour.

At the Lower School, Extended Care is available in the morning from 7:30-8:15 am and in the afternoon from

3:30-5:30 pm. At the Middle School, Extended Care if offered only the afternoon, from 3:30-5:30 pm.

Billing takes place at the end of Session I and Session II.

Top 10 Questions Being Asked Regarding The 2010 Summer Programs


Please submit one form per student. You may photocopy this form or request additional ones from the Summer Program Office.

Last Name First Name Middle Name

CURRENT PARKER STUDENTS NEED NOT COMPLETE THE REST OF THIS PAGE; THEY SHOULD CONTINUE TO THE REVERSE SIDE.

Address

City State Zip SSN

� M � F Date of Birth How did you hear about this Summer Program?

Home Telephone Email Address

School in Fall 2010 Grade in Fall 2010

Father’s Name Home Telephone

Address (if different from above) Other Telephone

Employer Work Telephone

Mother’s Name Home Telephone

Address (if different from above) Other Telephone


If the student is enrolled by a guardian other than parents, please provide:

Guardian’s Name Relationship

Address Home Telephone


Student’s Physician Address Telephone

Student’s Dentist Address Telephone

Allergies

Additional student medical information

Insurance Company Group Number Policy Number

Name of Insured Hospital of choice if required by insurance

If parents or guardian cannot be reached, please provide the name of phone number of two people to be contacted in an

emergency:

Name Relation Home Telephone Work Telephone

Name Relation Home Telephone Work Telephone

AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL AND SURGICAL CARE: In the event that my child is injured in an accident and requires medical

attention, and I or my designee cannot be reached, I hereby authorize the Director of the Summer Programs to arrange for the transportation of my child

to a licensed emergency medical care facility to receive prompt treatment. Further, I authorize the medical personnel at the facility to provide such

treatment to my child as is indicated by the nature and extent of his or her injury and in accordance with the protocols of standard medical practice.

Finally, I accept financial responsibility for all costs associated with the conveyance of my child and for the treatment provided by the medical care

facility to my child.

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian (required) Date

2010 Summer Programs Registration Form


Please list selected courses separately. Please pay special attention to the course code and note that Parker students must have the permission of the appropriate department before enrolling in a full-year, credit class!

Beginning on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 8:00am, registration forms for Parker students will beaccepted by mail, or in person. Beginning Monday, April 19, 2010 at 8:00am, we shall acceptregistrations for students from schools other than Parker.

To register, please complete the registration form and enclose payment for the total fees. Please make checks payable to Francis Parker School. Upon processing, confirmation of registrationwill be mailed.

Course fees will not be considered for pro-ration for partial participation until the first day of class.

A $50.00 administrative fee, per course, will be charge for withdrawals prior to May 1, 2010. A 50%refund, less the $50.00 administrative fee, will made for withdrawals between May 1–June 1, 2010.No refunds will be made for withdrawals after June 1, 2010. A full refund will be made in the eventa course is canceled.

Francis Parker School reserves the right to remove a student at any time if, in the sole judgement ofthe School, that student’s industry, progress, conduct, or influence on or off campus, is not in keepingwith the School’s accepted standards, as determined by the School. There will be no refund of tuitionor fees where such enforced withdrawal occurs.

Agreed and accepted:

Parent or guardian signature Date

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NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Francis Parker School values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from different backgrounds. The School has adopted the California Association of Independent Schools Principles of Good Practice for Schools. Accordingly, the School does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, genetic information, sex or sexual orientation in the administration of its procedures or programs.

Tim Katzman came toFrancis Parker School lastNovember, following a 14-year stint with the San Diego Padres as theclub’s Director of CorporateCommunications.

Katzman has extensiveexperience in the field ofindependent education.Following graduation fromMiddlebury College, hetaught history and coacheda variety of sports during his14 years at The HotchkissSchool (Lakeville, CT). Healso founded and served asthe Director of the AmericanIndependent Schools—South African IndependentSchools Student ExchangeProgram, and was aSummer Fellow at theKlingenstein Institute atTeachers College, ColumbiaUniversity. He holds aMaster of Arts in Teachingfrom the University of St.Thomas (St. Paul, MN).

Paul Roudebush has beenassociated with the FrancisParker Summer Program forthe past 14 years, servingas its director. For the 2010Summer Program, heprovides invaluabletechnical support andguidance. Roudebush is theAcademic Dean of Parker’sUpper School during thefall/winter/spring schoolyear, teaches AP CalculusBC, AP Statistics,Multivariate Calculus andLinear Algebra, and is aformer chair of MathematicsDepartment. He has 26years of experienceteaching at both the collegeand secondary schoollevels. Roudebush earnedhis BA and MA inmathematics from theUniversity of California, San Diego.

Dave Glassey returns onceagain as the Director of theSummer Program at theLower School. He has spent34 years at Parker, servingin a variety of capacities:as Head of the LowerSchool for 11 years, as ateacher at the MiddleSchool and as a coach atboth the Middle and UpperSchool levels. He receivedhis BA in Physical Educationfrom Cal State Fullerton andan MA in EducationAdministration from AzusaPacific University.

Letty Robinson is theDirector of the “SummerSizzle” Morning Program atthe Lower School. Inaddition to her summerduties, she teaches dramato grades JK–5 during theregular school year. This isMrs. Robinson’s 26th yearteaching at Francis ParkerSchool and her 10th yearas a Summer Director. Sheis also a Parker parent andalumna. Mrs. Robinsonreceived her BA in Dramaand her teaching credentialfrom San Diego StateUniversity.

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