Denver Acadmey 2011 Summer Brochure

2011 Summer ProgramsSession I June 6 - July 8Session II July11 - July 29

4400 East Iliff Avenue • Denver, Colorado 80222 • 303-777-5870 • www.denveracademy.org/summerandseasonalprograms

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Denver Academy Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

High School Academic Courses (Session I) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5High school students will receive .5 credit upon the successful completion of all academic courses. Literature, writing, science, Spanish,various levels of mathematics and history are offered. It is strongly recommended that all non-Denver Academy students taking coursesfor credit verify that specific courses, grades achieved and credits earned are transferrable to their home school.

Middle School Academic Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6A variety of traditional courses are offered for your middle school students. Middle school level mathematics and literature are available.Our Writer’s Workshop focuses on the process of writing all types of compositions. For students needing to enhance their study skills, acomprehensive course is also available.

Elementary School Academic Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Math, reading and writing courses provided for our elementary students are individualized as much as possible and taught to the student’sindividual learning style. Three levels for each class will be provided. Elementary students will be evaluated prior to the summer term andplaced into appropriate level classes. Evaluations will be set up following student registration.

Elementary, Middle and High School Academic Courses (Session II) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A morning (8:00 am-Noon) and afternoon (12:30-5:30 pm) sports/recreational/arts and crafts activity camp will be offered this year.Emphasis will be on helping each child develop his/her individual skill levels in a structured, affirming, fun and nurturing atmosphere.On and off campus activities will include, but are not limited to, swimming, hiking, tennis, basketball, softball, volleyball, tie-dying, fieldtrips, arts and crafts and guest presenters.

Experiential Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13A rocketry class for elementary and middle school students is available. Students will build and launch their rockets, learn about the historyof rocketry, the aerospace industry and key pioneers in the field. Robotics Camp is offered to students who have completed seventh gradethrough high school. Two one-week sections of Instructional Welding in the Saipe Family Metal Arts Studio, our on-campus welding shop,are not to be missed for middle and high school students who love tools, metals, creativity, getting dirty and having fun! Four one week out-ings into the wilds of the Rocky Mountains will be offered to all middle and high school students. An international trip to India (pg. 12) isoffered to DA high school students only. Both the West Star Expeditions and “The World is Your Oyster”/India Trip require interview andassessment with program leaders before acceptance into the programs. “Broadway Blast” is for elementary, middle and high school actors wholove to sing. A final performance the last day of class will be the culminating activity.

Results Learning Tutoring / Non-Tutoring Supervision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Tuition Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Summer Programs Quick Reference Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17

Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Meet the Faculty! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-20

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Denver Academy leads as a center of excellence for the education of students with learning differences in orderto help them fully develop their intellectual, social, creative, physical and moral potentials within a diverse andnurturing environment, so they may acquire the skills and confidence to be successful in life.

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Denver Academy Mission Statement

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Session I (Classes are from 8:00 am through 2:00 pm) isour long-standing program that has helped thousands ofDenver Academy and non-Denver Academy studentsstrengthen their math, reading and writing skills, workhabits, self concept and earn crucial credit toward highschool graduation.

There will be a short break for lunch for students takingclasses after 12:30 pm. Students are encouraged to bringtheir own lunches.

• Tardy/Absence Policy: students will not receive creditduring Session I if they miss more than two classesduring that session. Punctuality is expected forstudents enrolled in both sessions but this isparticularly important in the first session as threetardies equal one absence.

• Students are expected tocommunicate with their teachersabout making up work for anymissed classes

• Class size is limited to 14 students

• There will be no classes scheduledMonday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day

• Students can enroll in one, to as many as four classes

• High school students can receive a half (0.5) credit perclass upon completion of the course work.

• Report cards are generated for each student’s progressin Summer Session I. If you wish to meet with yourchild’s teacher at the conclusion of summer classes,contact that teacher directly.

Academic Courses June 6-July 8Session I (Five Weeks)

Have vacation plans at the start of the summer? Denver Academy has you covered!

We’ve added a three week academic session (Classes arefrom 8:00am - 12:25pm) for elementary, middle andhigh school students in math, reading and writing. (Noacademic credit is offered in this session for highschool students.) What remains the same is theoutstanding instruction given by seasoned teachers whoare skilled and experienced in working with studentswith learning differences.

•Tardy/Absence Policy: Attendance and punctuality areexpected for all levels

• Students are expected to communicate with theirteachers about making up work for any missed classes

• Class size is limited to 14 students

• Students can enroll in one, to as many as three classes

• Report cards are generated for each student’s progressin Summer Session II. If you wish to meet with yourchild’s teacher at the conclusion of summer classes,contact that teacher directly.

• Help your child roar into fall by having their academicskills honed by talented, experienced, empatheticDenver Academy teachers to help them lay a foundationto make the 2011-2012 school year a success.

Academic Courses July 11-July 29 NEW!Session II (Three Weeks)

Our summer school courses are open to Denver Academy and non-Denver Academy students. To register please fill out the registration form on page 18 and return it as soon as possible.

All non-Denver Academy students must go to the Summer and Seasonal Programs link on our website and printout and complete all documents in the “Non-DA Elementary Form” or “ Non-DA Middle School and High SchoolForm.” These documents must be completed and submitted with the registration form along with a 10 percent

deposit to ensure enrollment.

It is strongly recommended that all non-Denver Academy high school students taking courses for credit verify that course grades and credits are transferable to their home school. (Session I Only)


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HIGH SCHOOLAcademics

Algebra I*Chad Lindburg • 8:00am - 9:25am This course will cover the essentials of Algebra I, typicallycovered during the first semester. During the last week ofthe summer session we will begin touching on materialcovered during the second semester. The actual topicswill depend on the results of pre-testing during the firsttwo days of the session.

Algebra II*Chad Lindburg • 8:00am - 9:25am This course will highlight the more challenging materialcovered in Algebra II. These topics will include exponen-tial and logarithmic functions, and quadratic functions.We will also focus on specific areas highlighted during thepre-testing taking place the first two days of the session.

*These classes will be combined and instruction differentiateddepending upon the academic needs of each individual student.

ChemistryKyle Kirby • 8:00am- 9:25amStudents will be introduced to process skills such asgraphing, metrics and conversions, density, periodic table,chemical reactions, identifying compounds, balancingequations and how to write up a lab. Safety practices in alab will be learned and practiced throughout the class.

United States HistoryAndy Klaus-Corritore • 8:00am - 9:25amThis course will be a brief survey course of the social,political and economic development of the United States.It is ideal for those students needing American History tofulfill graduation requirements, or for those who justwant a review of major American historical concepts.

High School Writer’s WorkshopAndy Klaus-Corritore • 9:30am - 10:55amHigh school students are expected to competently pro-duce in a variety of writing genres: fiction, researchpapers, poetry, expository writing, essay development,oral presentations and the inevitable college applicationessay. Get a start in or hone your written expressionskills in this class that will challenge you according toeach student’s needs.

Study/Life SkillsGayle Bell • 9:30am - 10:55amLearn to be an advocate, hone your study skills, build self-confidence, write a resume, practice an interview and tastesamples of the adult life you are headed into! These areonly some of the topics that will be covered in this coursededicated to self-exploration and life skills. Students willalso learn time management and organizational strategiesthat can be incorporated into any curriculum. Class timewill be spent in a variety of environments. Outdoor edu-cation activities, team building initiatives and field tripswill be part of the weekly schedule.

LiteratureGayle Bell • 11:00am - 12:25pmThis course will focus on the enhancement of readingcomprehension at the high school level. Short stories andclass novels will be taught to increase not only readingcomprehension, but reading speed and enjoyment as well.

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Geometry*Chad Lindburg • 11:00am - 12:25pmThis class will approach the basic tenets of geometry in adeductive reasoning approach. Students will explore geo-metric figures and discover properties from these explo-rations. In addition, students will learn how to applythese concepts in a variety of settings.

Pre-Calculus*Chad Lindburg • 11:00am - 12:25pmStudents will explore the six trigonometric functions andhow they are applied. Included in this are right triangles,unit circles, radians and trigonometric identities. Criticalthinking and problem solving will be stressed andapplied in projects to accompany class work.

*These classes will be combined and instruction differentiateddepending upon the academic needs of each individual student.

Spanish I**Ben Vega • 12:30pm - 1:55pmThis course is designed to teach students the basics ofSpanish which includes introductions, colors, days of theweek and counting from 1-100. We will introduce verbconjugations in the present tense as well as emphasizeculture and geography. This is a great class for studentslooking to fulfill a high school foreign language credit.

Spanish II**Ben Vega • 12:30pm - 1:55pmStudents will be learning verb conjugations in the futuretense, past tense and in the subjunctive. The cultures ofthe Mayan, Aztec, and Inca Empires will be studied.Advanced vocabulary such as objects in the house, cloth-ing and body parts, as well as speaking and writingaspects will be addressed.

**These classes will be combined and instruction differentiateddepending upon the academic needs of each individual student.

High School Academic Courses Session I • June 6-July 8

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Middle School MathematicsMark Wood • 8:00am - 9:25amA self-paced, individualized course designed to remediateany middle school math gaps that the student may have.This course will focus on strengthening the student’soverall knowledge on a variety of mathematical concepts.

Middle School Study SkillsBarrie Bodden • 9:30am - 10:55amThis course will focus on study skills, including testtaking strategies, improving memory, organization, criticalthinking and other “tools” to maximize the effectivenessof study time.

Middle School LiteratureMark Wood • 9:30am - 10:55amThis literature course is designed for middle school stu-dents reading at or slightly below grade level who desireto improve their fundamental skills in the area of readingliterature. Focus will be on literary terminology, multi-level comprehension and reading for enjoyment throughthe use of short stories and novels.

Middle School Writer’s WorkshopKacey Bennett • 11:00am - 12:25pmThe focus of this course will be on the basics of shortstory and essay writing, word processing and desktoppublishing. Basic writing, editing and revising techniqueswill be taught.

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ELEMENTARYAcademicsElementary School Academic CoursesSession I • June 6-July 8

“This summer, Dominic attended a summerschool program where he thrived and learned tolove school again. He learned more in five weeksat Denver Academy’s Summer School Programthan he learned the entire previous school year. Iknew then that this was the school that he neededto be in to be a successful learner.”

Kelly Santoveña,Parent of Dominic Santoveña-Elementary Student

Elementary MathematicsJennifer Perry, BJ Peavler, Barrie Bodden8:00am - 9:25amThis course will focus on level-appropriate math conceptssuch as: whole numbers, addition, subtraction, multipli-cation, decimals/percents and fractions. Emphasis will beplaced on the use of concrete manipulatives as well as thecomputational aspects of math.

Elementary ReadingJennifer Perry,Tammy Curran, BJ Peavler9:30am - 10:55amThis course will concentrate on the improvement of read-ing comprehension at the elementary level. The instructorwill utilize a broad approach to reading and will includesome individualized tutoring several days a week, classnovel reading and short story work.

Elementary Writer’s WorkshopJennifer Perry,Tammy Curran, Keegan Nadon11:00am - 12:25pmThis course will focus on writing as a process and willaddress the many reasons for written communication.Students will write creative stories, essays and personalnarratives.

All elementary students will beevaluated and placed into appropriatelevel courses for mathematics,reading and writing. All evaluations will be set upfollowing student registration.

Please note, there are three sections for the elementary mathematics, reading and writing courses. Register students for each classthey will attend. Evaluations given prior to Summer School will help determine placement. Parents will be contacted by a DenverAcademy teacher to schedule evaluations.

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All elementary students will be evaluated and placed into appropriate level courses for mathematics, reading and writing.

All evaluations will be set up following student registration.

Academic Courses Session II • July 11-July 29

Elementary Math: 8:00-9:25 am Dawn Bower • 8:00am - 9:25amAs in Session I, instruction will be level-appropriatedepending on the student’s need for remediation and/orchallenge. Students may brush up on the basics or breakground in new concepts.

Elementary Reading:Keegan Nadon • 9:30am - 10:55amReading of short stories, examining, discussing and pro-cessing different reading genres in a variety of creativeand imaginative methods will highlight this course.

Elementary WritingKeegan Nadon • 11:00am - 12:25pmWho says writing has to be dull? Students learn numer-ous ways to allow the author in them to emerge. Getready to learn how to produce a variety of writing sam-ples and have fun!

Middle School MathShelby Soto • 8:00am - 9:25amDifferentiated instruction to help sharpen the logical-quantitative saw for the 2011-2012 school year!Remediation of gaps and challenge of new concepts arethe name of the game in this class!

Middle School ReadingDawn Bower • 9:30am - 10:55amA lively and compelling three weeks of reading in a vari-ety of genres will be the bread and butter in this class.Improve fundamental reading skills while developing animportant academic skill for the classroom and life.

Middle School Writer’s WorkshopJessica Greenberg • 11:00am - 12:25pmImproving in written expression: presentations, essays,creative writing, research projects, poetry are all part ofthe mix in this class that will help the student be morecomfortable and confident finding the writer that liveswithin them.

High School AlgebraKyle Kirby • 8:00am - 9:25am*Students will learn the basics of identifying and solvingvariables, integers, inequalities, constants, graphing, find-ing slope, absolute zero, matrices, vectors and solvingmulti-step equations.

High School LiteratureShelby Soto • 9:30am - 10:55am*Strengthen your reading comprehension skills, vocabu-lary, and cultural literacy in this class filled with sure-to-please and challenge short stories and novels.

High School English CompositionGary McMillin • 11:00am - 12:25pm*Get ready for a class that will help students hone theirwritten expression skills in the many areas high schoolstudents are expected to be competent in: researchpapers, college application essays, creative writing andother forms of written expression.

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Taking vacation in the early part of summer? We’ve got you covered!

This is the perfect place and time to sharpen reading, math and writing skills to prepare for a successful start for the 2011-2012 school year!

Elementary/Middle School/High School Math: 8:00am - 9:25amElementary/Middle School/High School Reading: 9:30am - 10:55amElementary/Middle School/High School Writing: 11:00am - 12:25pm

Middle and high school students can expect differentiated instruction in their classes. Prior to the start of class there will bean interview with Summer and Seasonal Programs Director to determine level of instruction.

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We have you covered from early morning to late afternoon.Mix and match! Morning academic and /or half and full dayrecreational activities to fit your child’s needs and your busysummer schedule!

Denver Academy’s day camp, known for its nurturing, gentlechallenge and affirmation of elementary age children givesyou half-day and full-day activities for your children underthe tutelage of Denver Academy faculty! Students will partici-pate in structured activities both on and off campus that willimprove skill level and foster a love for physical activity.Tennis, softball, volleyball, basketball, swimming, hiking, tie-dying and art projects are just a few of the activities studentswill enjoy! Field trips to local attractions (museums, pools)as well as visits from guest presenters are offered.

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Day CampDenver Academy Summer Day CampMonica Johnson, Michael Eskesen and Randy Buckle • Ages 7-12 • June 6-July 29

Course Name Course Dates Course Time Age Group FeeAM Half Day Camp June 6-July 29 8:00am - Noon 7-12 $250/ wk

$875/ 5 wks$1,625/ 8 wks

PM Half Day Camp June 6-July 29 12:30 - 5:30pm 7-12 $275/ wk$1,000/ 5 wks$1,825/ 8 wks

Full Day Camp June 6-July 29 8:00am - 5:30pm 7-12 $450/ wk$2,025/ 5 wks$3,420/ 8 wks


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EDUCATIONExperiential

The Art and Science of RocketryAlan Price • 2nd-7th GradesMust be entering 2nd grade in 2011-12 (Limit 10)June 13-17 • 10:00am - 2:00pm • $185.00This course will introduce elementary students to thefundamentals of rocketry and flight. Students will buildand launch model rockets and learn about the history ofspace flight and exploration.

Mad Scientist Robotics Camp Paul Sasaki and Jeff BransonMust be entering 8th grade in 2011-12 (Limit 10)June 6-14 (weekdays) • 9:00am - 3:00pm • $375.00Are you fascinated by video games, computer technology,machines and taking things apart? Robotics gives form andpurpose to those curiosities and talents. In this 7-day camp,learn robotic concepts using existing robotics platforms andthen expand those concepts with programmable micro-processors and electronic components. You've seen LEGO,you've seen VEX -- now learn to build from scratch.

Broadway Blast: Musical Theatre Training CampLeigh Anne Jensen and Katie BradfordElementary CampJune 6-10 • 9:00am - Noon • $195.00 (Limit 20)Must be entering 1st grade in 2011-2012Middle/High School CampJune 13-17 • 10:00am - 3:00pm • $330.00Must be entering 7th grade in 2011-12 (Limit 20)For actors who love to sing. Students will participate in amusical intensive, working on scenes, songs and choreog-raphy from several Broadway shows, culminating in afinal performance for parents and friends.

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Welding - Section 1Bev Ball • Must be entering 7th grade in 2011-12 (Limit 6)June 13-17 • 9:00am - 2:00pm • $450.00Welding - Section II Bev Ball • Must be entering 7th grade in 2011-12 (Limit 6)June 20-24 • 9:00am - 2:00pm • $450.00This course provides students with the rare opportunityto learn to use welding and metal shop tools in a small,safe studio setting. Students will be introduced to thebasics of oxy-acetylene and MIG welding, plasma cutting,the operation of the chop saw, drill dress, band saw andhand tools. The rules of shop safety will be emphasizedin this course, along with teamwork, problems solvingand manual skill building.

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Denver Academy is proud to present a new, extensive, experiential summer program:

Brief Itinerary:June 08, 2011: (Wednesday)Leave from Denver.

June 09, 2011: (Thursday)Arrive Delhi: Late night meeting and assistance by TBi airport representativeon arrival at Delhi International airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotelin Delhi.

June 10, 2011: ( Friday)In Delhi: Breakfast at Hotel. Bicycle/Rickshaw Tour of Old Delhi Town Hall, SisGanj Gurudwara – Sikh Temple, and the Wholesale Cloth and Paper market), RedFort Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

June 11, 2011: (Saturday)TAJ EXPRESS for Agra: Guided tour of AGRA FORT. Enjoy a Magic Show andParrot Astrologer, before DINNER at the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Agra.

June 12, 2011: (Sunday)Agra – Jaipur: Early morning visit for a guided tour of the fabulous TAJ MAHAL(SUNRISE). Arrive in Jaipur Orientation drive of the PINK CITY.Overnight at the hotel in Jaipur.

June 13, 2011: (Monday)In Jaipur: Guided tour of Amber Fort Evening Orientation drive of city with a photo stop at Palace of Winds, drive byCity Palace and Jal Mahal Later enjoy a Short Bi Cycle Rickshaw ride in thefamous Pink City Markets Enjoy a FOLK DANCE PERFORMANCE. Overnight athotel in Jaipur.

June 14, 2011: (Tuesday)Jaipur – Delhi: Leave for Delhi by Coach ( approx 5 ? hrs drive )..Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

June 15, 2011: (Wednesday)Delhi – Amritsar: SHATABDI EXPRESS train for Amritsar. Proceed to WaghaBorger to attend the Parade Ceremony. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Amritsar.

June 16, 2011: (Thursday)Amritsar-Dharamsala: Visit Historical Golden Temple & Jalianwala Bagh Transferto Mcleodganj (Evening arrival at Mcleodganj and check-in-to hotel. Evening dinner and overnight at hotel.

June 17, 2011: (Friday)In Dharamsala: Morning after breakfast full day sight-seeing of Macleod-ganjcovering Dalai Lama Temple and Tibetan Medical center. Afternoon visit the DalLake, Bhagsu Nag Temple and St. John’s Church. Evening free for leisure atMcleod-ganj Market. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

June 18, 2011: (Saturday)In Dharamsala: Visit the Norbulingka Institute ( State Museum, War Memorial,Tapovan, Chinmaya Tapovan Trust, Karmapa Temple.) Dinner and overnight athotel.

June 19, 2011: (Sunday)In Dharamsala: Drive towards Sarah Village (where the Tibetan University islocated), Afternoon drive to Local Village for Cooking Classes. In the eveningenjoy live Kangra Folk dance & music. Dinner and Overnight at hotel.

June 20, 2011: (Monday)Dharamsala – Pathankot – Delhi: To the Pathankot station. Board the JammuMail for Delhi. Overnight on board the train.

June 21, 2011: (Tuesday)Train arrives at Delhi Railway station. Meeting and assistance on arrival by ourrepresentative. Day at Leisure. Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

June 22, 2011: (Wednesday)Morning proceed for guided tour of Qutab Minar, Lunch at Laziz AffaireRestaurant. Optional visit to Bal Bhawan or in the evening visit India Gate (Tworooms reserved till departure). Assistance by our representative and transfer toInternational airport to board our return flight to the USA.

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The World Is Your OysterStretching Our Wings to the Far Corners of the Globe

INDIA-‘Land of the Gods’: Delhi, Agra,Jaipur & the Dhauladhar RangesJune 8-22, 2011 (A 15-Day Journey) • $4,195 (Limit 12)Deposits by February 15; Full payment due March 1

Denver Academy is offering once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for students tolearn from Classroom Earth: the purest form of education! “The World Is YourOyster” program takes education out of the classroom and into places of fabledbeauty and cultural diversity. Academic credit available for high school students!

Denver Academy’s Summer School Programs for 2011 offer an exceptionalexploration of some of the world’s favorite destinations: the Taj Mahal in Agrawith camel-rides in Jaipur, and the Moghul Red Fort in Delhi as well as its com-plex of market bazaars. In addition we will train overnight to Amritsar, then toDharamsala where we walk among the surrounding Dhauladhar Ranges thattower above.

Here, among some of India's most beautiful mountain-meadow landscapes stu-dents will explore societies based on hard-working Tibetan refugees and Indianvillagers. Visits to small-irrigated farms that cling to mountain-side terraces willfascinate us. Tibetan handicraft ateliers will beckon us, while dozens of Hinduand Buddhist temples and monasteries invite us to listen to their chanting ormeditate a while. We will visit wildlife parks for endangered species and reviewenvironmental efforts to save the ecology of this remarkable, fragile region.Denver Academy’s 2011 Summer School Programs offer a unique combinationof cultural and travel experiences in one of the friendliest and most relaxedregions of the world. Students are well advised to bring cameras and sketchpadsfor the splendid 360-degree views that abound throughout the journey.

Contact Ramsey Brookhart:[email protected] or 303 777-5870 x247 for details.

Note: Prospective D.A. participants in “The World is Your Oyster”/India Trip Abroad will be required to interview with program leaders before acceptance into this program.


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West Star Adventures Joins Denver Academy’sSummer Program…a Winning Combination!

West Star Adventures, a brainchild of Matt Brink, PsyD., a familiar face to the Denver Academy community in his five yearsas a counselor to all DA students, offers four one-week outings into the wilds of the Rocky Mountains this summer forDenver Academy and other middle and high school students.

Due to changing weather, snow-melt and early to late summer conditions of trail, mountain and river the location of eachexpedition’s journey will be announced prior to departure.

Dr. Brink employs skilled, experienced lead guides who are trained as therapists understanding the needs of children andhave worked extensively in outdoors/wilderness environments. Prospective participants will be assessed and interviewed byDr. Brink and his associates before admission to the program.

Expedition I: Departs Monday, June 6 and returns Friday, June 10Expedition II: Departs Monday, June 27 and returns Friday, July 1Expedition III: Departs Monday, July 25 and returns Friday, July 29Expedition IV: Departs Monday, August 1 and returns Friday, August 5

The price for each week’s outing is $695.00 per child. (Limit ten students per expedition.) Please contact Dr. Brink at www.weststarwilderness.com or call him at (303) 459-7195 for further information.



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Tutoring

Results Learning at Denver AcademyIndividual Tutoring • $75.00 Per HourGroup Tutoring • $37 Per Hour (3-4 students)

Does your child need specific tutoring? Results Learning teams with Denver Academy to give your child the prescriptiveand diagnostic attention and help she/he needs.

Results Learning at Denver Academy offers one-on-one and small group Academic Coaching and Tutoring customized toyour child’s learning style. Individual and/or group tutoring sessions are an effective way to provide intensive and prescrip-tive programs in reading, writing, spelling and math. Programs are offered before, after and in-between summer schoolclasses and camps. This service is also available independent of other program offerings.

Offerings:

F.AS.T. Reading Tutoring:The F.A.S.T. Reading Program founded by Denver Academy is an amaz-ing, systematic phonics based approach to reading. Prescriptive 20 and30 hour “intensive” packages are being offered and can quickly increaseyour child’s reading ability.

Customized Tutoring:Whether the need is spelling, writing or math, Results Learning tutorsare highly skilled in each subject matter and will teach your child usinghis or her strongest learning style. This approach allows your child torealize and utilize his or her learning style strengths while improvingsubject matter content and knowledge.

Non-Tutoring Supervision:Is your child in need of supervision during the morning or afternoonportions of his/her day? We have supervision and/or structured activitiesavailable at only $15.00 an hour or $22.50 for an hour-and-a-half block.

“Two years ago, our son Dillon was tutoredby Results Learning using the F.A.S.T.Reading System in conjunction with DA’ssummer programs. During this time, we sawour son’s self-esteem increase with his newfound skills. He advanced two grades inreading that summer and continues to use thetools that he gained through Results Learningto help him be the successful student that heis today”.

Jacki McGreevy, Parent of Dillon McGreevy, 10th Grader Attending Denver Academy

2011 Summer Program2 0 1 1 S u m m e r P r o g r a m TuitionInformation

• A 10 percent non-refundable deposit must accompany all student registration forms to ensure enrollment.

• All non-Denver Academy students must go to the Summer and Seasonal Programs link on our website(www.denveracademy.org/summerandseasonalprograms). Print out and complete all documents in the“Non-DA Elementary Form or Non-DA Middle School and High School Form.” These documents mustbe completed and submitted with the registration form.

• If a high school student accrues more than two absences (3 tardies equal one absence) he/she will bewithdrawn from class. No credit will be awarded and no refunds given.

• No student will be able to attend Denver Academy Summer Courses or Camps until payment has beenreceived in full.

• Students who withdraw prior to the start of classes (June 6th) will be refunded 90 percent of the totalcost of tuition and fees of classes for which they are enrolled.

• Students who withdraw prior to the end of the first week (June 10th) will be refunded 50 percent of thetotal cost of tuition and fees of the classes for which they are enrolled.

• No refunds will be given to students withdrawing from classes after June 10th.

• All students should bring basic supplies for your classes on the first day. If specific suppliesare required, teachers will provide students with a list on the first day of class.

CREDIT for course completion:

• .5 credit will be issued upon successful completion of each high school academic course.

ACCREDITATION:

• Denver Academy is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools and the National Association of Independent Schools.

Non-Academic Courses and Camps• A minimum 10 percent non-refundable deposit must accompany all registrations to ensure enrollment.

• Payment in full must be received two weeks prior to the start of all courses unless otherwise stated.

Tuition Early Enrollment by 5/20/11 Late Enrollment after 5/20/11

1 course $495.00 add $50.00

2 courses $915.00 add $100.00

3 courses $1235.00 add $150.00

4 courses $1555.00 add $200.00

Tuition Early Enrollment by 6/24/11 Late Enrollment after 6/24/11

1 course $310.00 add $31.00

2 courses $576.00 add $52.00

3 courses $780.00 add $64.00

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Academic Courses Session I

Academic Courses Session II

Summer Program Quick Reference GuideS u m m e r P r o g r a m Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e G u i d e

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Academics June 6-July 8 SESSION I

Academics July 11-July 29 SESSION II

1 Course$495.00

2 Courses$915.00

3 Courses$1,235.00

4 Courses$1,555.00

1 Course$310.00

2 Courses$576.00

3 Courses$780.00

Course Name Course Time Age Group TuitionAlgebra I 8:00am - 9:25am High SchoolAlgebra II 8:00am - 9:25am High SchoolChemistry 8:00am - 9:25am High SchoolU.S. History 8:00am - 9:25am High SchoolHigh School Study/Life Skills 9:30am - 10:55am High SchoolHigh School Writer’s Workshop 9:30am - 10:55am High SchoolHigh School Literature 11:00am - 12:25pm High SchoolGeometry 11:00am - 12:25pm High SchoolPre-Calculus 11:00am - 12:25pm High SchoolSpanish I 12:30pm - 1:55pm High SchoolSpanish II 12:30pm - 1:55pm High SchoolMiddle School Mathematics 8:00am - 9:25am Middle SchoolMiddle School Study Skills 9:30am - 10:55am Middle SchoolMiddle School Literature 9:30am - 10:55am Middle SchoolMiddle School Writer’s Workshop 11:00am - 12:25pm Middle SchoolElementary General Mathematics 8:00am - 9:25am ElementaryElementary General Reading 9:30am - 10:55am ElementaryElementary Writer’s Workshop 11:00am - 12:25pm Elementary

No classes will be held on

Monday, July 4th

Course Name Course Time Age Group TuitionElementary Math 8:00am - 9:25am Grades 1-6Elementary Reading 9:30am - 10:55am Grades 1-6Elementary Writing 11:00am - 12:25am Grades 1-6Middle School Math 8:00am - 9:25am Grades 7-8Middle School Reading 9:30am - 10:55am Grades 7-8Middle School Writing 11:00am - 12:30am Grades 7-8High School Math 8:00am - 9:25am Grades 9-12High School Reading 9:30am - 10:55am Grades 9-12High School Writing 11:00am - 12:25am Grades 9-12

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Tutoring and Supervision

Summer Program Quick Reference GuideS u m m e r P r o g r a m Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e G u i d e

Course Name Course Dates Course Time Age Group FeeDrama Lunch Club June 6-10 Noon-12:30 pm Elementary $10/30 minutes

June 13-17 Noon-12:30 pm MS/HS $10/30 minutesResults Learning June 6-July 29 NA NA $75/hr (Individual)

$37/hr Group (3-4 students)Supervision Between Classes June 6-July 29 NA NA $15/hr

$22.50/hr and a halfclass block time

Camps and Experiential EducationCourse Name Course Dates Course Time Age Group FeeSummer Day Camp June 6 - July 29 1st-6th Grades (must be entering

Half-AM 8:00pm - Noon 1st grade in 2011-12) $250/wk$875.00/5wks • $1,625.00/8wks

Half-PM 12:30pm-5:30pm $275/wk$1,000/5wks • $1,825/8wks

Full Day 8:00am - 5:30pm $450/wk$2,025/5wks • $3,420/8wks

Art & Science of Rocketry June 13-17 10:00am - 2:00pm 2nd-7th Grades $185Welding - Section 1 June 13-17 9:00am - 2:00pm 7th-12th Grades $450Welding - Section 2 June 20-24 9:00am - 2:00pm 7th-12th Grades $450Broadway Blast June 6-10 9:00am - Noon Elementary $195

Must be entering 1st grade in 2011-12

Broadway Blast June 13-17 10:00am - 3:00pm Middle/High School $330Must be entering 7th grade in 2011-12

Mad Scientist Robotics Camp June 6-14 (Weekdays) 9:00am - 3:00pm 7th-12th Grades $375Must be entering 8th grade in 2011-12

*India/Land of the Gods June 8-22 (15 day journey) NA 9th-12th Grades $4,195 (.75 credit)*West Star Adventure June 6-10 (5 day journey) NA 7th-12th Grades $695 *West Star Adventure June 27-July 1 (5 day journey) NA 7th-12th Grades $695*West Star Adventure July 25-29 (5 day journey) NA 7th-12th Grades $695*West Star Adventure Aug 1-5 (5 day journey) NA 7th-12th Grades $695*Interview with teacher and administrator required; departure dates subject to change.

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Denver Academy Summer Programs Registration Form

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How did you hear about DA’s Summer Program?____________________________________________________________________Please list any allergies, chronic illnesses, physical limitations, and/or medications:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________In case of accident, illness, or emergency, it is necessary for the school to know your preference for the care of your child. Please listyour choices below:Parent/Guardian _______________________________Phone #s Hm.:_____________Bus.: _______________Cell: ______________

Parent/Guardian _______________________________Phone #s Hm.:_____________Bus.: _______________Cell: ______________

Email Addresses: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

The undersigned agrees to the terms of the 2011 Summer Program Tuition Information outlined on page 15 of this brochure.

I/We, the undersigned, give permission for my/our child to go on field trips or other events supervised by members of theDenver Academy summer staff and give permission for photographs of my/our child to be used for promotional purposes.

Signature of Parent or Guardian _______________________________________________________Date_________________

Total for all courses and campsDeposit

Amount to be billed

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Title of Course Fee

Academics June 6-July 8 SESSION I

Title of Course Fee

Academics July11-29 SESSION II

Title of Course Fee

Camps and Experiential Education

Student’s Name: Home Telephone:

Address: Last Grade Completed Birthdate: (as of June 2011):

City: State: Zip: Current School:

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Bev BallWelding

Gayle BellHigh School Life Skills/High School Literature

Kacey BennettMiddle/High School Teaching Assistant

Middle School Writer’s Workshop

Barrie BoddenElementary Math/

Middle School Study Skills

Marilyn BoylanElementary

Teaching Assistant

Randy BuckleElementary Teaching Assistant/

Summer Day Camp

Elizabeth GriffinElementary

Teaching Assistant

Katie BradfordBroadway BlastDrama Camp

Jeff BransonRobotics Camp

Matt BrinkWest Star Adventures

Tammy CurranElementary

Reading & Writing

Michael EskesenSummer Day Camp

Leigh Anne JensenBroadway BlastDrama Camp

Cyle FeingoldResults Learning

Chris [email protected]

Director • (303) 777-5870 x247

Monica JohnsonSummer Day Camp

Andy Klaus-CorritoreHigh School US History/

High School Writer’s Workshop

Chad LindburgHigh School Algebra I / IIGeometry / Pre-Calculus

Gary McMillinHigh School

English Composition (Session II)

Keegan NadonElementary

Reading & Writing (Session II)

Dawn BowerElementary Math/

Middle School Reading (Session II)

Ramsey Brookhart“The World is Your Oyster”

India Study Abroad

Jessica GreenbergMiddle School

Writers Workshop (Session II)

Kyle KirbyHigh School

Chemistry & Algebra (Session II)

BJ PeavlerElementary Math/

Reading

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Your input is important to us. Part of our

development plan is to expand our Summer

Program with courses and activities that are

valuable to our parents and students. If you

have any suggestions on how we could improve

our Summer Program, please email Chris

Hegele at [email protected].

Thank you in advance for your time and effort

in helping us to better serve you.

Feedback

Jennifer PerryElementary Math / Reading / Writing

Alan PriceRocketry

Paul SasakiRobotics Camp

Shelby SotoHigh School Literature

Middle School Math (Session II)

Ben VegaSpanish

Mark WoodMiddle School Math / Literature

Cheyenne Zurfluh“The World is Your Oyster”

India Study Abroad

Denver Acadmey 2011 Summer Brochure

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