St. Albans 2015 Summer Programs

St. Albans School 2015 Summer

ProgramsJune 8–August 21

(202) 537-6450 • www.stalbansschool.org/summer

St. Albans School

2015 Summer ProgramsJune 8–August 21

Sports Camps: June 8–August 14

Summer School: June 22–July 31

Breakout Lacrosse: June 8–June 12

Capital Fencing Academy at St. Albans: August 3-7

Headfirst Camps at St. Albans: June 15–August 21

i2 Camp at St. Albans: June 29–July 24

No classes/camps/before or after care on Friday, July 3

Table of ContentsSummer at St. Albans ...................................................... 1

Summer School General Information .....................3

Academic Course/Grade Level Matrix ...................4

Lower School Course Descriptions .........................5

Middle School Course Descriptions ........................8

Upper School Course Descriptions ........................ 11

Schedule Overview ........................................................ 16

Sports Camps General Information....................... 18

Sports Camps .................................................................... 19

Partner Camps ................................................................. 26

Before and After Care Programs.............................31

General Information ........................................................31

1 ST. ALBANS SCHOOL 2015 SUMMER PROGRAMSwww.stalbansschool.org/summer | fax: (202) 537-5278 | (202) 537-6450

Summer at St. Albansl Nearly half a century of providing area and out-of-town youth and teens with top-notch summer scholastics and

sport. l Helping our participants get stronger in the classroom, on the field, and within themselves. l We’d love

for your son or daughter to be part of this legacy, wouldn’t you?

Learn more at our Summer Programs Open House • Sunday, March 8, 1 ‑ 4 pm @ St. Albans School

Summer SchoolOur summer school faculty is comprised of superb teachers from area schools who loyally return year after year, with a sub-stantial number of them holding advanced degrees in their subject areas. While some students use our summer courses to review past work, others use them to prepare for the future. In either case, they benefit from a diverse selection of courses, small classes, dedicated teachers, first-rate facilities, and a supportive environment. This year, we are proud to announce a few great additions to our 2015 summer curriculum: for Lower School, we have added Art Explorations and Music & Movement; for Middle and Upper Schools, there’s Biotechnology; and Marine Biology & Oceanography and Psychology for the Upper School.

Summer CampsSt. Albans continues to create the best summer camp experience in the area! This summer, St. Albans varsity head coaches will offer swimming, football, golf, and rowing camps. New to St. Albans’ offerings this year will be a baseball camp and a week of kayaking. We have also entered into a partnership with the Capital Fencing Academy to bring fencing classes to St. Albans for the first time. As in years past, St. Albans will also partner with Headfirst Camps, which will offer Science & Engineering (featuring LEGO®), multi-sport, soccer, basketball, and travel camps for children entering Kindergarten through 7th grade, as well i2 Camp, which broadens middle schoolers’ exposure to STEM with a wide variety of innovative courses not seen in traditional middle school education.

2 2015 SUMMER PROGRAMS ST. ALBANS SCHOOL (202) 537-6450 | fax: (202) 537-5278 | www.stalbansschool.org/summer

Meet the DirectorsKARIM NAJDIDirector of Summer Programs

This is Karim’s 10th year as the Summer Programs Direc-tor; he is also Director of the Tennis Club and the Head Varsity Tennis Coach.

TOM CARROLLDirector of Summer School

Tom is the Chairman of the Science Department at St. Albans and teaches AP Biology. This is his second year as the Director of the Summer School.

Combining Academics, Arts, and AthleticsFull- and half-day campers take advantage of the wonderful array of offerings available through our Summer Programs. Some boys and girls spend part of the day in the classroom and the rest at sports camps; others spend the full day developing diverse athletic skills.

Additional Offerings ▪ Before and after care. See page 31 for details.

▪ “Combo-Camp” discount available to all campers who select different morning and afternoon sports camps during the same week.

▪ A daily “cool down” in the St. Albans indoor pool for all full-day campers. This hour provides the children with free time under the supervision of trained lifeguards.

▪ Water, fruit, and/or popsicles are provided during the day to campers by certain sports camps.

“We were thrilled with both camps this summer and the ease of

transition between camps midday.”


Lunch Students who will be on campus much of the day must bring their own lunch. Summer School staff will direct them to appropriate locations to eat and rest before afternoon classes. If there are students going to a St. Albans afternoon sports camp, a staff member will escort them to the Martin Gym to meet with a counselor from that camp, and they will eat then.

▪ St. Albans does not serve lunch to students or have a snack bar where they can purchase food.

▪ If your son/daughter finishes class at 12:00 p.m. and has no other activities on campus, it is expected that he or she will leave campus at that time and not eat lunch at school.

Drop Off ▪ Students arriving for St. Albans Before Care should be dropped off at Grant Meadow between 7:30–8:30 a.m.

▪ All other students should be dropped off at Senior Circle.

Pick Up ▪ Students enrolled in St. Albans After Care should be picked up from the Activities Building no later than 6:00 p.m.

▪ All other students should be picked up at Senior Circle.

Inclement Weather Policy Should there be extreme heat or dangerous weather (rain, lightning), no students will be allowed to wait outside at Senior Circle, and will be moved indoors. Staff will be present outside (if not hazardous to them) in order to facilitate pick up in a safe manner.

Other InformationSummer School Office (202-537-6576)

Monday–Friday 8:00 am–3:15 pm

Summer School Open HouseThursday, June 18 10:00 am–1:00 pm

St. Albans Bookstore (202-537-6422)

Thursday, June 18 10:00 am–1:00 pm

June 22–June 26 8:00 am–3:00 pm

The bookstore accepts only cash or check. Checks should be made payable to St. Albans Bookstore. Credit and debit cards are not accepted.

Summer School Library HoursDaily 8:00 am–12:00 pm

The Library is open to any student enrolled in a Summer School class.

Summer School General InformationSt. Albans Summer School offers academics for students in 1st through 12th grades. Courses

are offered in 2-, 3-, or 6-week sessions and last from one to three hours, depending on the

course, so please be mindful as you look at scheduling. Course descriptions appear in the

following pages. Find general information that pertains to all Summer School courses below.


GRADE LEVEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12ARTS COURSESArt Explorations (p. 6) llllMusic & Movement: “Folkmania” (p. 6) lllllENGLISH COURSES

Basic Grammar and Writing (pp. 9, 11) lllCreative Writing (p. 12) ll l lEnglish (pp. 8, 9, 11, 12) lllll l lReading & Writing: Descriptive Writing (p. 6) llllReading & Writing: Grammar (p.6) llllReading & Writing: Narrative/Essay Writing (p. 6) llllFOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES

Chinese I (pp. 10, 14) lllll l lChinese II (pp. 10, 14) lllll l lChinese III (p. 14) ll l lFrench I (pp. 10, 14) lllll l lFrench II (p. 14) ll l lFrench III (p. 14) ll l lLatin I (pp. 10, 14) lllll l lLatin II (p. 15) ll l lLatin III (p. 15) ll l lSpanish I (p. 10, 15) lllll l lSpanish II (p. 15) ll l lSpanish III (p. 15) ll l lGENERAL STUDIES

ACT Prep (p. 15) ll l lReading and Study Skills (p. 8) lllSAT Skills (p. 15) ll l lSkills Development (p. 5) lllll

GRADE LEVEL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12MATHEMATICS

Algebra I (pp. 9, 12) lllll l lAlgebra II (p. 12) ll l lCalculus (p. 12) ll l lGeometry (p. 12) ll l lMath (pp. 6, 9) lllllPre-Algebra (p. 9) lllPrecalculus (p. 12) ll l lSCIENCE AND SOCIAL SCIENCE

Biology (p. 12) ll l lBiotechnology (p. 10, 13) lll l lChemistry (p. 13) ll l lMarine Biology & Oceanography (p. 13) ll l lPhysics (p. 13) ll l lPsychology (p. 13) ll l lSummer Science Fair (p. 6) llllTECHNOLOGY

Robotics & Digital Animation (p. 7) llllRobotics II (p. 7) llllWeb Design and Multimedia (p. 10) lllSTEM

STEM programming for Middle School provided by our partner, i2 camp. See page 30 if interested.

Academic Course/Grade Level MatrixQuickly find the courses that are available for your student’s grade level.

Learn more at our Summer Programs Open HouseSunday, March 8, 1 ‑ 4 pm @ St. Albans School


SKILLS

Skills DevelopmentGrades 1–5This year, we’re offering this comprehensive course in two three-week blocks to help families with their summer scheduling. Each day, we’ll spend time on reading and comprehension skills, language arts/writing, and mathematics. Short breaks for physical activity and snacks are built into the schedule. Stu-dents may take either three-week block or both for a six-week learning experience. Open to children who are entering grades 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 in the fall.

June 22–July 31 9:00 am–12:00 pm $1,450June 22–July 10 9:00 am–12:00 pm $740July 13–July 31 9:00 am–12:00 pm $740

Lower School Courses(Grades 1 – 5)

“My son really seemed to like the subject matter of the books and stories that were chosen… The camp was very

well organized from drop-off, to class, to pick-up. The staff were

so friendly, knowledgeable, and on top of everything.”


ENGLISH

Reading and WritingGrades 2-5 The Reading and Writing program offers three distinct modules—Grammar, Descriptive Writing, Narrative/Essay Writing—that can be taken indi-vidually or in succession. Each session combines reading and writing, focusing on clear and creative composition, as well as enhancement of reading and vocabulary skills, as a means to hone in on the ses-sion’s objective. All modules include a novel, daily journal writing, reading comprehension exercises, and vocabulary improvement.

Grammar: June 22–July 2 12:30–3:00 pm $438Descriptive Writing: July 6–July 17 12:30–3:00 pm $490Narrative/Essay Writing: July 20–July 31 12:30–3:00 pm $490

MATHEMATICS

MathGrades 2–5This course is for children making satisfactory prog-ress in school and who want to maintain or increase their mathematical skills. This developmental course focuses on basic mathematical concepts, computa-tion, and word problems.

June 22–July 10 8:00–9:00 am $335July 13–July 31 8:00–9:00 am $335

ART AND MUSIC

Art ExplorationsGrades 2-5Designed for those in grades 2–5 with an interest in visual arts, this new course provides students with the opportunity to experiment with a variety of materials, while exploring design elements through theme-based projects. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of artists, styles, and cultures, students will practice using different techniques and media to develop their creative responses

June 22–July 2 9:00 am–12:00 pm $460July 6–July 17 9:00 am–12:00 pm $460

Music & Movement: “Folkmania”Grades 1–5This music class involves learning folksongs, dances, and games from a variety of cultures. It is offered in three two-week sessions. Each session will focus on one or two cultures. Participants will learn to accompany themselves in song on xylophones, glock-enspiels, drums, and other percussion instruments. Students are encouraged to improvise melodies on these instruments as well as choreograph free move-ments to drum or recorded music. This course will offer some basic music vocabulary, as well as simple rhythm and melodic patterns. Singing and move-ment will be further melded through dramatic pre-sentation at the end of each session.

June 22–July 2 12:30–3:00 pm $460July 6–July 17 12:30–3:00 pm $460July 20–July 31 12:30–3:00 pm $460

SCIENCE

Summer Science FairGrades 2–5Science is an exciting but increasingly sophisti-cated subject for many students. This course aims to broaden horizons and reinforce concepts through age-appropriate activities such as experiments, demonstrations, videos, readings, crafts, and com-puter games. Topics will be drawn from the life sci-ences, physical sciences, earth science, and technology.

June 22–July 2 12:30–3:00 pm $460July 6–July 17 12:30–3:00 pm $515July 20–July 31 12:30–3:00 pm $515

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Lower School Courses (Grades 1 – 5)


TECHNOLOGY

Robotics and Digital AnimationGrades 2–5Robots and cartoons—what a combination! This course joins two dynamic areas of technology in a morning full of fun and excitement. First, you’ll build and program LEGO® WeDo and MIND-STORMS robots, learning how to work with gears, sensors, servo motors, and robot programing lan-guage. Then you’ll draw your own characters on a computer screen and bring them to life using ani-mation software, adding sound effects and music to make a finished product that will amaze friends and family. In both activities, you can set your imag-ination free while developing critical thinking and problem solving skills.

June 22–July 2 9:00 am–12:00 pm $515July 6–July 17 9:00 am–12:00 pm $565July 20–July 31 9:00 am–12:00 pm $565

Robotics IIGrades 2–5This exciting course is designed for students who have had some experience with Lego® Robotics and are looking to expand their knowledge and exper-tise. In the course, students will explore advanced topics in the LEGO® MINDSTORM system. They will build and program MINDSTORM NXT robots and learn to think as an engineer. This course is a wonderful follow-up to the Robotics and Digital Ani-mation course.July 6–July 17 12:30–3:00 pm $565July 20–July 31 12:30–3:00 pm $565

Lower School Courses (Grades 1 – 5)

“They loved the academic games and creative

approaches to learning.”


SKILLS

Reading and Study SkillsGrades 7–9A skills course designed for students entering grades 7 through 9, this course provides two of the most essential skills needed for being an effective student: how to read critically and how to learn. Students learn to make reasonable judgments about what they read, distinguish fact and opinion, distinguish the author’s purpose, and draw conclusions. Skim-ming, scanning, and reading pace are worked on concurrently. Study skills are addressed through a learning style and metacognitive approach. Instruc-tion focuses on the following areas: listening, note taking, memory, test taking, and time management.

June 22–July 31 9:00–10:00 am $665June 22–July 31 10:00–11:00 am $665

ENGLISH

English, Grade 6Grade 6For students who have successfully completed the 5th grade or who wish to review 6th grade English, this course concentrates on the fundamentals of English grammar, spelling, public speaking, litera-ture, and both creative and expository writing. Stu-dents focus on writing effective sentences and unified

Middle School Courses(Grades 6–8)


paragraphs. Special attention is paid to helping stu-dents strengthen specific areas of weakness.

June 22–July 31 8:00–9:00 am $665

English, Grade 7–8Grades 7–8A course for students who have completed grades 6, 7, or 8, this course provides the student with a thorough review of English grammar and with prac-tice writing compositions (with special attention to developing effective paragraphs) and various types of speeches. Students read different works of litera-ture, in addition to studying vocabulary and spelling. Several papers are assigned each week, from descrip-tions to character sketches to short stories. Attention is given to the needs of each student.

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Basic Grammar & WritingGrades 7–9This course for students in grades 7, 8, and 9 involves high-intensity instruction in which the student con-centrates on review and practice of those basic skills necessary for the writing of effective sentences and for detecting and correcting common structural errors in sentences. The goal of the course is the development of the student’s ability to write accept-able high-school-level prose in unified, coherent, ade-quately developed expository paragraphs. This goal is reached by covering the areas of grammar, mechan-ics, punctuation, spelling and diction, effective sen-tences and finally, the paragraph. Writing assign-ments vary from critical to expository to creative. (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

MATHEMATICS

MathGrade 6A course for students who have completed the 5th grade or who wish to review 6th grade math, the course offers a study of basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, posi-tive fractions, decimals, and other material as time permits.

June 22–July 31 9:00–10:00 am $665

Pre-AlgebraGrades 6–8Pre-Algebra combines a review of arithmetic oper-ations with a presentation of skills that form the foundation for first year Algebra. Students learn to approach word problems by means of logic and simple first-degree equations.

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

Algebra IGrades 6–12An elementary course in Algebra where emphasis is placed on developing facility in working with alge-braic terminology, students study concepts, includ-ing variables, linear equations, factoring, graphing, and verbal problems. Classroom lectures are supple-mented by homework assignments and video lessons from an electronic textbook. (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Middle School Courses (Grades 6 – 8)


FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Chinese IGrades 6–12This course is designed for beginners and students who want to strengthen their Chinese foundation. Students will learn the Chinese phonetic system, greetings and self-introduction, and conversational Chinese relating to shopping and school life. Cultural activities include calligraphy, Chinese brush paint-ing, Tai-chi, and making dumplings. (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Chinese II Grades 6–12This course is designed for students who have studied Chinese for one to two years. The teacher will help students enlarge their vocabularies and expand the topics they can talk about in conversational Chinese. Students will explore new topics such as campus life, entertainment, media, and travel. Basic writing skills will also be taught. Chinese culture and history will also be introduced in the class. (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

French IGrades 6–12A course for students who want a thorough review of first-year French or who want to begin their study of French, this course focuses on grammar, verb drills, and vocabulary. (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Latin IGrades 6–12An introduction to the elements of Latin grammar, all cases of nouns are learned as are all tenses, active and passive, of the verb in the indicative mood. Learning basic forms and vocabulary through drills and written exercises is stressed, with additional attention to Latin derivatives in English and aspects of Roman culture. (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Spanish IGrades 6–12An elementary course in Spanish for beginners and for those who wish to review first year Spanish, this course concentrates on grammar, verb drills, and vocabulary building, with oral work, reading, and writing. (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

SCIENCE

BiotechnologyGrades 8–12Biotechnology is a one-week, laboratory-based enrichment course for rising 8th through 12th graders. The course will start with a review of DNA structure and genetics. From there, student will explore the major techniques used to study DNA, including DNA extraction from plant and animal cells, pipetting, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis, and microarrays. The only pre-requisite for this class is a desire to learn! (Also listed for Upper School.)

June 22–26 9:00 am–12:00 pm $250

TECHNOLOGY

Web Design and MultimediaGrades 6–8Jump into the exciting world of web design and online multimedia! In this course, you’ll be part pro-grammer, part technician, and part artist, creating your own interactive website with the latest technol-ogy and programs. The course will also include pre-sentation tools such as PowerPoint, Prezi, Animoto, and SMART Boards. Students will learn how to cus-tomize images, graphics, and artwork. By the end of the course, they’ll have a website to show to friends and family anywhere in the world.

June 22–July 2 12:30–3:00 pm $455

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Middle School Courses (Grades 6 – 8)

“Small groups allow for lots of interaction with the instructors.”


Upper School Courses(Grades 9–12)

ENGLISH

Basic Grammar & WritingGrades 7–9This course for students in grades 7, 8, and 9 involves high-intensity instruction in which the student con-centrates on review and practice of those basic skills necessary for the writing of effective sentences and for detecting and correcting common structural errors in sentences. The goal of the course is the development of the student’s ability to write accept-able high-school-level prose in unified, coherent, ade-quately developed expository paragraphs. This goal is reached by covering the areas of grammar, mechan-ics, punctuation, spelling and diction, effective sen-tences, and finally, the paragraph. Writing assign-ments vary from critical to expository to creative. (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

English, Grades 9–10Grades 9–10For students who have completed grades 8 and 9, or for those who wish to review 10th grade English, the goal of this course is to provide students with a com-plete and systematic review of the fundamentals of English grammar, to help students write clearly and correctly, and to introduce students to several works of literature with emphasis on the fundamentals of fiction. Instruction focuses on writing the longer essay with an effective thesis statement and supporting


paragraphs. Vocabulary and spelling are also studied, depending on the needs of the individual.

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

English, Grades 11–12Grades 11–12A course for students who have finished 10th and 11th grade or for those who wish to review 11th and 12th grade English, this course has goals similar to those of English 9/10. English 11/12 deals with the material in an accelerated and more sophisticated manner. The fundamentals of English grammar are reviewed, and the principles of clear, correct writing are studied, with attention given to sentence varia-tion and subordination. Literature—fiction, drama, and poetry—is analyzed and discussed in depth, and several types of essays are assigned. Literary terms, vocabulary, and spelling are also studied. Particular emphasis is placed on writing about literature.

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Creative WritingGrades 9–12This is a course for students in grades 9 through 12 who wish to enlarge their experience in writing. Means of instruction include lecture, discussion, and conferences with the instructor. About half of the writings in the course are specific assignments intended to develop various skills in writing fiction and poetry; the rest are open so that each student may attempt the form or forms of his or her choice. Students read various models of creative writing as well as each other’s work.

June 22–July 31 12:30–2:30 pm $1,325

MATHEMATICS

Algebra IGrades 6–12This is an elementary Algebra course where emphasis is placed on developing facility in working with alge-braic terminology. Students study concepts includ-ing variables, linear equations, factoring, graphing, and verbal problems. Classroom lectures are supple-mented by homework assignments and video lessons from an electronic textbook. (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Algebra IIGrades 9–12A review and extension of topics from Algebra I, new topics studied in Algebra II include absolute value, exponents and radicals, quadratic and higher polynomial functions, and logarithms. Students also receive an introduction to Trigonometry. Prerequi-site: Algebra I

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

GeometryGrades 9–12A deductive Euclidean Geometry course in two and three dimensions, students study logical systems, lines, planes, angles, triangles, congruence, polygons, and circles. The course also covers the volume and surface area of three dimensional figures. Prerequi-site: Algebra I

June 22–July 31 12:30–2:30 pm $1,325

PrecalculusGrades 9–12An intensive development of the elementary func-tions of a single variable, students learn about real numbers, inequalities, analytic geometry of the plane, and the function concept. Polynomial, expo-nential, and logarithmic and trigonometric functions are studied in detail. Prerequisite: Algebra II

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

CalculusGrades 9–12The fundamental concepts and techniques of dif-ferential and integral calculus are developed with emphasis on their application in a variety of fields. Prerequisite: Precalculus

June 22–July 31 12:30–2:30 pm $1,325

SCIENCE

BiologyGrades 9–12A review of the basic principles of biological science, this course surveys biochemistry, energet-ics, molecular biology and genetics, botany, animal physiology, reproduction and development, as well as evolution and ecology. Biology includes both experimental and observational laboratory expe-riences, as well as field trips.

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–1:00 pm $1,440

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Upper School Courses (Grades 9 – 12)



BiotechnologyGrades 8–12Biotechnology is a one-week, laboratory-based enrichment course for rising 8th through 12th graders. The course will start with a review of DNA structure and genetics. From there, student will explore the major techniques used to study DNA, including DNA extraction from plant and animal cells, pipetting, polymerase chain reaction (PCR), gel electrophoresis, and microarrays. The only pre-requisite for this class is a desire to learn! (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–26 9:00 am–12:00 pm $250

ChemistryGrades 9–12An introductory course in Chemistry, emphasis is on developing problem solving skills, conceptual analy-sis, and laboratory techniques. Specific topics covered are stoichiometry, gas laws, atomic theories, periodic properties, and ionic and covalent bonding, as time permits.

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–1:00 pm $1,440


Marine Biology & Oceanography Grades 9–12This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of oceanic systems and processes through both lecture and laboratory components. Students will investigate various disciplines—biology, chemistry, physics, geology, and atmospheric sci-ences—as they relate to the oceans and increase their performance of the following Next Generation Science Standard practices: asking questions and defining problems, developing and using models, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematics and com-putational thinking, constructing explanations and designing solutions, engaging in argument from evi-dence, obtaining, and evaluating and communicat-ing information. Periodic field trips will be a part of this course.

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–1:00 pm $1,440


PhysicsGrades 9–12This course is designed to foster students’ scientific abilities and to provide a solid foundation in core topics of physics. Through a variety of hands-on activities and lab experiences, students will learn to make observations, collect data, model natural phe-nomena, and use appropriate mathematics to make predictions. The goal is to develop a deeper under-standing of how physicists explore and explain the natural world. Topics covered include motion in one and two dimensions, Newton’s laws, momentum, energy, simple harmonic motion, waves, and elec-tricity. Special emphasis will be placed on the appro-priate use of models, mathematics and experiments to understand core concepts.

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–1:00 pm

(ends at 1:30 pm on Thursdays) $1,440

PSYCHOLOGY

Psychology: An IntroductionGrades 9–12This course is designed to help students further their understanding of how people think, feel, and behave when interacting with others. Topics across general psychology will be covered with a specific emphasis on social psychology and current events. The goal is to further our understanding of how we are influ-enced by those around us, in addition to the power of social influence in our lives. We will do this in two ways: first by using classic and contemporary works of general and social psychology, and second by reflecting on the developing classroom dynamic to see how these theories and classic works play out in real-life interactions. An introduction to the field

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of psychology will be followed by topics, includ-ing group dynamics, conformity, obedience toward authority, attitude formation, theories of violence and aggression, and current events.

June 22–July 31 (8:00–10:00 am) $1,325

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Chinese IGrades 6–12This course is designed for beginners and students who want to strengthen their Chinese foundation. Students will learn the Chinese phonetic system, greetings and self-introduction, and conversational Chinese relating to shopping and school life. Cultural activities include calligraphy, Chinese brush paint-ing, Tai-chi, and making dumplings. (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Chinese II Grades 6–12This course is designed for students who have studied Chinese for one to two years. The teacher will help students enlarge their vocabularies and expand the topics they can talk about in conversational Chinese. Students will explore new topics such as campus life, entertainment, media, and travel. Basic writing skills will also be taught. Chinese culture and history will also be introduced in the class. (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

Chinese IIIGrades 9–12This intermediate-level class is conducted in Chinese, and is for students who know about 200 basic Chinese characters. The course focuses primarily on the further development of reading, translation, and writing skills in Chinese. Students will strengthen their writing skills by composing advanced essays, drawing on materials from authentic news, maga-zines, and modern Chinese literature. In addition, short stories and poems from classical Chinese liter-ature will be introduced as supplementary readings. Advancement of oral expression and communication skills will be emphasized as well.

June 22–July 31 12:30–2:30 pm $1,325

French IGrades 6–12A course for students who want a thorough review of first year French or who want to begin their study of French, this course focuses on grammar, verb drills, and vocabulary. (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

French IIGrades 9–12A course for students who have already studied French I or who want to review second year French, the basics of grammar are reviewed. Oral work is extensive.

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

French IIIGrades 9–12A course for students who have finished French II or who want to review third year French, this course is taught almost exclusively in French. The course focuses on advanced grammar and drill idioms.

June 22–July 31 12:30–2:30 pm $1,325

Latin IGrades 6–12An introduction to the elements of Latin grammar, all cases of nouns are learned as are all tenses, active and passive, of the verb in the indicative mood. Learning basic forms and vocabulary through drills and written exercises is stressed, with additional



attention to Latin derivatives in English and aspects of Roman culture. (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Latin IIGrades 9–12This course is a continuation of Latin I with a rapid survey of basic forms and syntax followed by com-pletion of the elements of grammar—participles, uses of the infinitive and the subjunctive mood. Written exercises and reading passages reinforce forms, vocabulary, and new constructions.

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

Latin IIIGrades 9–12The course begins with a review of grammar and syntax as needed, with emphasis on reading actual Latin from such prose authors as Caesar, Cicero, and Sallust, or such poets as Ovid and Catullus. Back-ground to the literature from Roman history and culture is included.

June 22–July 31 12:30–2:30 pm $1,325

Spanish IGrades 6–12An elementary course in Spanish for beginners and for those who wish to review first year Spanish, this course concentrates on grammar, verb drills, and vocabulary building, with oral work, reading, and writing. (Also listed for Middle School.)

June 22–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $1,325

Spanish IIGrades 9–12A course for students who have finished Spanish I or who want to review second year Spanish, this course reviews the fundamentals of Spanish I, expands vocab-ulary, and increases facility through oral and written work.

June 22–July 31 8:00–10:00 am $1,325

Spanish IIIGrades 9–12A course for students who have finished Spanish II or who want to review Spanish III, this course is taught almost exclusively in Spanish. The course focuses on a comprehensive review and on an in-depth anal-ysis of the intricate patterns of the language, with oral presentations, both in- and out-of-class read-ings, and an introduction to Spanish history, liter-ature, and art.

June 22–July 31 12:30–2:30 pm $1,325

TEST PREPARATION

SAT SkillsGrades 9–12This is an intense three-week course designed to prepare high school students for the critical reading, mathematics, and writing sections of the SAT I and to strengthen math and verbal skills that are the foundation for success in high school and beyond. The verbal section of the course covers all areas tested by the SAT, such as vocabulary, reading com-prehension, and writing. Students also study the fundamentals of Algebra and Geometry appearing on the math portion of the SAT. Generous amounts of class time are allotted to drill and SAT practice testing.

June 22–July 10 10:00 am–12:00 pm $665

ACT PrepGrades 9–12More and more students in the Washington area are choosing the ACT to meet testing requirements for the college application process. Others are taking both the ACT and the SAT in an effort to opti-mize their testing profiles. This three-week course is designed to introduce students to the ACT and to help them review content for each of the test’s sections. Test taking strategies are included, as well as recommendations for further work. Generous amounts of class time are allotted for drill and prac-tice testing.

July 13–July 31 10:00 am–12:00 pm $665


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Summer Schedule Overview

Skills Development 1–5 (9:00 am–12:00 pm)

Reading & Study Skills (9:00–10:00 am)

Reading & Study Skills (10:00–11:00 am)

Basic Grammar & Writing (8:00–10:00 am)

English 6 (8:00–9:00 am)

English 7–8 (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

English 9–10 (8:00–10:00 am)

English 11–12 (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

Calculus (12:30–2:30 pm)

Biology (10:00 am–1:00 pm)

Chemistry (10:00 am–1:00 pm)

Marine Biology (10:00 am–1:00 pm)

Physics (10:00 am–1:00 pm)

Psychology (8:00–10:00 am)

6-week Academic Sessions

Skills Development 1–5 (9:00 am–12:00 pm)

Math 2–5 (8:00–9:00 am)

SAT Skills (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

Skills Development 1–5 (9:00 am–12:0 0 pm)

Math 2–5 (8:00–9:00 am)

ACT Prep (10:00 am–12:00 pm)


Art Exploration (9:00 am–12:00 pm)

Music & Movement: Folkmania! (12:30–3:00 pm)

Reading & Writing: Grammar (12:30–3:00 pm)

Robotics & Digital Animation (9:00 am–12:00 pm)

Summer Science Fair (12:30–3:00 pm)

Art Exploration (9:00 am–12:00 pm)


Reading & Writing: Descriptive Writing (12:30–3:00 pm)


Robotics II (12:30–3:00 pm)


Web Design & Multimedia (12:30–3:00 pm)


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1-week Sports CampsAM = Morning (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)PM = Afternoon (1:00 pm - 3:30 pm)AD = All Day (9:00 am - 3:30 pm)

i2 Camp 9:00 am–4:00 pm

Headfirst Camps 9:00 am–4:00 pm

Biotechnology 1-week session (9:00 am–12:00 pm)




Breakout Lacrosse 9:00 am–4:00 pm


i2 Camp 9:00 am–4:00 pm

Partner Camps

Creative Writing (12:30–2:30 pm)

Math 6 (9:00–10:00 am)

Pre-Algebra (8:00–10:00 am)

Algebra I (8:00–10:00 am)

Algebra I (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

Algebra II (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

Geometry (12:30–2:30 pm)

Precalculus (8:00–10:00 am)

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Reading & Writing: Narrative/Essay Writing (12:30–3:00 pm)


Robotics II (12:30–3:00 pm)


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Partner Camps

How To Read The Schedule This calendar view of our offerings lets you see how the classes and camps match up in terms of times and date availability, helping you build your child’s summer schedule of activities.

Our academic classes are available in 2-, 3-, or 6-week sessions (Biotechnology is a 1-week session). Classes can last anywhere from one to three hours, so please be mindful of that as you make selections. Times for classes appear in parentheses after the class name.

All of our sports camps are offered in 1-week sessions, and you may sign up for as many weeks as you wish. Sports camps generally have morning, afternoon, and all-day options, but some offer only one scheduled time. The times available for camps are noted to the right of the camp name.

Further details can be found in the course or camp description pages or online at www.stalbansschool.org/summer.

Before Care and After Care

Before Care and After Care are available

every day that a St. Albans-sponsored

Sports Camp or Academic Course is held.

See page 31 for details.

Chinese I (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

Chinese II (8:00–10:00 am)

Chinese III (12:30–2:30 pm)

French I (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

French II (8:00–10:00 am)

French III (12:30–2:30 pm)

Latin I (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

Latin II (8:00–10:00 am)

Latin III (12:30–2:30 pm)

Spanish I (10:00 am–12:00 pm)

Spanish II (8:00–10:00 am)

Spanish III (12:30–2:30 pm)

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LunchAll-day campers must bring their own lunch. They will be escorted by counselors/coaches to the Martin Gym for the lunch period. Morning campers going to a different afternoon sport or academic class will be escorted by staff to the appropriate areas for lunch. Free swim is available during this period to all-day sports campers (even if attending different morning and afternoon sports).

Drop Off and Pick UpCampers should report to the sports camp drop off (Grant Meadow on Pilgrim Road) shortly before the start of their camp (either by 9:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.). From there, they will be escorted by counselors and coaches to the camp’s location. Pick up will occur in the same area (12:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m).

Campers enrolled in golf, kayaking or rowing camp should be at the drop off area 5 to 10 minutes before scheduled departure time.

In case of rain or extreme heat, parents/guardians will be directed to indoor facilities for drop off/pick up.

Inclement Weather PolicySports camps will not be canceled, regardless of weather! In case of rain or extreme heat, camp will be moved indoors where students will have the opportunity to watch sports- related videos and perform indoor activities.

Partner Camps at St. AlbansNot finding what you’re looking for from our camp offerings? Check out our partners on pages 26–29: Breakout Lacrosse (3rd year at St. Albans), Headfirst Camps (10th year at St. Albans) and Capital Fencing Academy (1st year).

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Age/Sports Camp Matrix

Sports Camps General InformationJoin us at St. Albans for an array of sports from Football, Golf, Rowing, Swimming to Fencing. Also, there’s a good

chance your child can sign up to play Tennis, Lacrosse, or Baseball (pending our athletic fields project completion).

Our summer camps are available in 1-week sessions and most are offered in the morning, afternoon, or all day. All

sports camps don’t run for the entire summer or may have fewer weeks than others. Check the schedule on pages

16–17 for an overview, and see the camp pages for details. Below is information pertinent to all St. Albans camps.

Learn more at our Summer Programs Open House • Sunday, March 8, 1 ‑ 4 pm @ St. Albans School


St. Albans Baseball Camp will create a positive and motivating environment for serious ballplayers intent on improving their game over the summer. We focus on repetition of core baseball fundamentals in a high-energy environ-ment. Camp will also feature two games per day. As an added element, we will be joined several times a week by elementary school students from the Bishop Walker School in Washington, D.C. Campers will help pass on their baseball skills to the Bishop Walker students as well as have reading time with them. This is a baseball camp with a social service and literacy component.

Six one-week sessions are offered from June 22–July 31

9:00 am–12:00 pm $295 1:00–3:30 pm $295 9:00 am–3:30 pm $440June 29–July 2: Half-Day $236; All-Day $352

Eligibility: Boys and Girls, 12–15 years old

Facilities: Camp will be held on the new St. Albans baseball field

What to bring to camp

▪ Baseball glove, hat, and a bat if you would like.

▪ Players should wear baseball clothing. Baseball pants are not required, but there will be sliding.

DIRECTOR

The St. Albans Baseball Camp will be under the direction of St. Albans Head Varsity Baseball Coach, RJ Johnsen, and the St. Albans Varsity Baseball Coaching Staff. Coach Johnsen is in his second year as the Varsity Coach at St. Albans after serving as Assistant Head Coach for eight seasons. Coach Johnsen holds a B.A. from the University

of Rochester where he was a four-year starter and All-Conference Honoree. Coach Johnsen lived and coached in the Dominican Republic for two years and takes the Varsity Baseball team each year to the Dominican for Spring Training. The day-to-day operations of the camp will be primarily handled by Assistant Head Coach Dan Pfohl and Head Pitching Coach Maurice Bankston. Coach Pfohl has experience coaching on both the college and high school levels and has been an assistant on the St. Albans Coaching Staff for four years. Coach Bankston is in his second year as the Head Pitching Coach, coming to St. Albans after a five-year career with the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. He currently teaches special education in Arlington.

St. Albans Baseball Camp and Bishop Walker Baseball School


Football camp is designed to teach the basic funda-mentals and techniques of blocking and tackling, as well as learning how to run, throw, and catch the football. The camp will also feature agility work, stretching techniques, and guest speakers focusing on academics and hard work.

A single one-week session is offered June 15–19

9:00 am–12:00 pm $295

Eligibility: Boys, 9–16 years old

Facilities: Campers should report to Grant Meadow. Camp will be held on the Little Field. Footballs are provided. Helmets, shoulder pads, and mouthpieces are provided to all to campers who do not have their own.


▪ Football cleats and sneakers

▪ All players should wear shorts and a t-shirt

DIRECTOR

Gary Schnell is the Athletic Director and Head Football coach at St. Albans. He has been coaching college and high school football for the past thirty-three years. Coach Schnell is a 1978 graduate of Towson University and holds a B.S. degree in Physical Education.

Football Camp

“The faculty and coaches were top notch!”


“I love seeing boys and girls learn the game of golf with their peers. Every putt that is made

and every shot that gets airborne provides excitement and confidence that helps them

progress as players.” — Coach Rob Wolfe

Join St. Albans teacher, coach, and avid golfer, Rob Wolfe, for a week of fun golf challenges and games! The St. Albans golf camp is designed to give participants of varying ability and experience levels the opportunity to play golf in a structured, supportive, and fun environment. Campers will work on their swing and putting stroke at the practice facilities, expand their knowledge of the game, including the rules and etiquette, and get to play nine holes on one of the golf courses (time and skill-level permitting). Daily competitions between campers for driving, chipping, and putting; and a best-ball format tournament is held on the last day of camp.

Two one-week sessions are offered from July 6–17

9:00 am–3:30 pm $440


Facilities: Campers should report to Grant Meadow 5 to 10 minutes prior to the 9:00 a.m. departure. Campers will be transported to East Potomac Golf Course at Hains Point, in Washington, D.C.

What to Bring to Camp

▪ Comfortable yet neat clothing (no cut-off shorts, tank tops, etc.)

▪ Hat

▪ Athletic shoes

▪ Sunscreen

▪ Water

▪ Lunch

▪ Golf clubs, if you have them. If not, clubs are available at no additional cost.

DIRECTOR

St. Albans Lower School science teacher and coach, Rob Wolfe has been a middle grades teacher and coach for fifteen years. He grew up playing competitive golf and continues to hit the links as often as he can.

Golf Camp


Kayaking Camp

Join the Voyageur instructors on a journey to become a competent paddler through learning the fundamentals of kayaking and an understanding of river safety. Our days will be spent on the Potomac River where students will learn the basics of the equipment, stroke concepts, self and assisted rescue, and how to navigate rapids.

A single one-week session is offered June 22–26

9:00 am–3:30 pm $440

Eligibility: Boys and Girls, Age 10–15 years old

Facilities: Campers should report to Grant Meadow 5 to 10 minutes before the 9:00 a.m. departure time. Campers will be transported to the Old Angler’s Inn launch point on the Potomac River in Potomac, Md. Parents may also drop off and pick up their children at the launch point parking lot.


▪ Swimsuit

▪ Long sleeve sun shirt (UnderArmour type works well)

▪ Water shoes (no flip flops)

▪ Towel

▪ Sunscreen

▪ Water

▪ Lunch

DIRECTOR

Voyageur Instructor and Coach Dustin Sanderson is just finishing his fourth year at St. Albans and is excited to offer this opportunity to help students learn how to become better paddlers. Coach Sanderson has paddled over 30 rivers in 14 states across all corners of the U.S. and Alaska and has been teaching paddling for ten years holding certification as a Level 4

Whitewater Kayak Instructor by the American Canoe Association. In addition he also holds a Wilderness First Responder certification and is a Leave No Trace Master Educator.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

John Velosky is in his tenth year at St. Albans heading up the Voyageur Program. As graduate of Dartmouth College and the Greenfield Outdoor Leadership Program, he has a background tailor-made to teach students how to be the best paddlers they can be. Coach Velosky has been instructing paddlers in kayaks, canoes, and

rafts for ten years and is certified as a Level 4 Whitewater Kayak Instructor by the American Canoe Association and is certified as a Wilderness First Responder.

NEW!


The St. Albans rowing camp offers interested athletes a chance to explore the world of competitive crew. Campers will learn about the basics of the equip-ment, safety rules, and get a chance to row on the Potomac River in St. Albans racing shells. The camp is designed so that students learn the fundamentals of the sport and then get a chance to do some informal racing.

Seven one-week sessions are offered from June 15–July 319:00 am–12:00 pm $295 1:00–3:30 pm $295 9:00 am–3:30 pm $440


Facilities: Campers should report to Grant Meadow 5 to 10 minutes before the 9:00 a.m. departure time. Campers will be transported to the Thompson Boat Center at 2900 Virginia Avenue, N.W. Parents may also drop off and pick up their children at Thompson Boat Center directly.


▪ Athletic clothing (no loose fitting shorts)

▪ Sunscreen

▪ Water

▪ Lunch (for all-day campers)

▪ Swimsuit on the first day There will be a short swim test conducted the first day

DIRECTOR

Ted Haley just finished his twenty-second season as the head coach of the St. Albans crew. Haley graduated from Georgetown University in 1990. He was captain of the lightweight team, and Most Valuable Oarsman in 1989.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Greg King just finished his tenth season coaching and fourth season with the girls of National Cathedral School. Greg graduated from the University of Washington in Seattle with a degree in English Literature, where he directed his crew to three Pac-10 Championships and two National Championships.

Rowing Camp

“Benny has never loved a sports camp as much as your rowing camp. Mr. Haley

and his team … have instilled the fire in my son to row in high school.”

Swim Camp

The primary goal of the St. Albans Swim Camp is to have fun while learning how to be safe in and around the swimming pool. We strive to develop the beginner as well as help the more experienced swimmer reach their full potential. The camp will be divided into six groups appropriate for the skill level and ages of the campers for each week. Screening takes place on Mondays and instruction will be tailored to accommodate each of the campers in attendance. Level 1 teaches Basic Skills (float-ing, breathing, kicking, and stroke introduction). Level 2 focuses on Stroke Devel-opment (freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke). Level 3 takes on Advance Stroke and Turns (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle). Levels 4–6 develop Competitive Skills, including starts, turns, finishes, and interval and sprint training.

Eight one-week sessions are offered from June 8–July 31

9:00 am–12:00 pm $295 1:00–3:30 pm $295 9:00 am–3:30 pm $440


Facilities: The Lawrence Pool is an indoor, six-lane facility. The pool is located at 3551 Garfield Street, NW. Campers should report to Grant Meadow.


▪ Swimsuit

▪ Cap

▪ Goggles

▪ Deck sandals

▪ Towel

▪ T-shirt

▪ Shorts

▪ Lunch (for all-day campers)

DIRECTOR

The St. Albans swim camp is directed by full-time aquatics specialist and Director of Aquatics, Robert J. Green, who is into his thirty-fourth year at St. Albans. Coach Green is also an American Red Cross certified lifeguard trainer, safety trainer for swim coaches, and CPR/AED/First Aid instructor.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Mark Lewis ’80 is the Assistant Director of Aquatics at St. Albans where he was a competitive swimmer under St. Albans legendary Coach Oliver “Skip” Grant. Coach Lewis is in his twenty-sixth year as a coach at St. Albans.

“St. Albans Swim Camp will always have a special place in my heart. During my thirty-plus years as a coach I have seen every type of swimmer come through the Lawrence Pool doors. Each

one with their own level of skill, fears, and insecurities coming in, but by the end of their

time at camp, they have completely transformed into a more confident swimmer.” —Coach Green



Tennis Camp

The St. Albans tennis camp offers a fun, high-quality instruction program to participants of varying ages and abilities. The camp will focus on teaching tennis techniques and strategies, building strength and endurance, improv-ing agility, and enhancing players’ coordination and speed. Players will also work on improving their mental toughness, shot selection, and stroke produc-tion. Coaches will use various teaching techniques, such as one-on-one feedback, video analysis, drills, and match play. Students will be divided into differ-ent groups based on previous tennis experience and age, assuring that each performance level receives the most appropriate and effective coaching. Various day camp activities (such as reading, arts and crafts, etc.) will be available for the 4–6 year old all-day campers during the afternoon session.

Ten one-week sessions are offered from June 8–August 149:00 am–12:00 pm $295 1:00–3:30 pm $295 9:00 am–3:30 pm $440


Facilities: Tennis campers should report to the St. Albans Tennis Club located at 34th and Garfield Streets, NW.


▪ Tennis racket

▪ White tennis shoes (running shoes are not allowed)

▪ All-white tennis clothing

▪ Hat (recommended)

▪ Sunscreen

▪ Water

▪ Lunch (for All-Day campers)

▪ Swimsuit (optional, for all-day campers)

▪ Change of clothes (optional)

DIRECTOR

Karim Najdi is the head Varsity Tennis Coach at St. Albans School and Director of the St. Albans Tennis Club. The St. Albans varsity team won the 2011, 2012, and 2013 I.A.C. championships. This year will also mark his 10th year as Director of the St. Albans Summer Programs. Prior to his work at St. Albans, he was head

tennis coach at the National Cathedral School. Coach Najdi is a USTA-certified “high performance” coach, who also holds the USPTA’s “Elite Professional” certification.

The status of tennis camp will not be confirmed until mid-March. If interested, please contact Summer

Programs in March for an update.

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ABOUT

Breakout’s Summer Lacrosse Camp at St. Albans will ensure that your son becomes a better lacrosse player and continues to become an outstanding young man. Breakout’s camp

design focuses on individual skill development and team-concept instruction—while have a ton of fun. Players will improve every aspect of their game: cradling, passing, catch-ing, dodging, shooting, indi-vidual, and team defense; at-tacking in transition; how and when to attack; and how they fit into a team as skilled indi-viduals.

DRILLS

Players will get hundreds of repetitions in every station, drill, and game—with a great player-to-coach ratio (1 coach for every 6-8 players). Each boy will get the atten-

tion they need to thrive. Every day players will have a character focus and a skill focus for the day (e.g. “being a good teammate” and “fundamentals of the game”).

Breakout’s camp is carefully designed to maximize the boys energy, effort, and at-tention:

▪ The boys will focus on small skill stations in the morning, building towards skill-focused games and challenges.

▪ The boys will have an hour for lunch, free-swim, and rest out of the sun.

▪ In the afternoon, the boys will employ their skills in small-sided games and eventually in a scrimmage session to end each day!

PICK UP & DROP OFF

Check-in will take place at Grant Meadow which is lo-cated at 3551 Garfield Street N.W. Campers should report to the Satterlee-Henderson Field at 8:45 a.m. Pick up is at 4:00 p.m. sharp at Grant Meadow. In the event of rain or extremely hot weather, parents or guardians will be directed to indoor facilities for pick up and drop off.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Lacrosse stick(s), arm pads, protective cup, helmet, shoulder pads, cleats, tennis shoes, sunscreen (recommended), gloves, mouthpiece, water/Gatorade, lunch, swimwear/ tow-el if boys are swim-ming).

All boys who wish to swim must under-go a brief swim test!.

Neither St. Albans nor Breakout rents or leas-es equipment.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

Lacrosse camp will not be cancelled, regardless of weather. In case of rain or extreme heat, camp will be moved indoors where stu-dents will have the oppor-tunity to watch sports-related videos and perform indoor activities.

Summer Camp 2015

CAMP DETAILS

Date June 8-June 12

Time 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

Gender Boys

Ages 8-15 years old

Camp Cost $425

*This camp is open to all play-ers (beginner to advanced) and every position. Players will be separated by age and skill level.

FACILITY INFORMATION

All Lacrosse campers should report to Grant Meadow locat-ed at 3551 Garfield Street N.W.

BREAKOUT DIRECTOR MATT BRESLIN

Matt Breslin is a co-founder and the CEO of Breakout La-crosse. Coach Breslin played professionally in the MLL for the New Jersey Pride. A gradu-ate of Duke University, he was a team captain and All-American. In high-school, Coach Breslin was both the Goalie and Player of the Year in the state of New Jersey as a senior.

COACHES

Campers will have the privi-lege of meeting amazing guests, winning awesome prizes, and being mentored by a truly incredible coaching staff including current and former college and profes-sional coaches and players.

For registration and additional lacrosse camp information please visit www.breakoutlacrosse.com

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FENCING CAMP2 0 1 5 S U M M E R

CAPITAL FENCING CAMP AT ST. ALBANSDate | August 3 – August 7

Gender | Boys & Girls

Ages | 8-12 years old

One-Week Session | (M-F)

Half-day | 9 a.m. - Noon

CAMP DESCRIPTIONThis camp is an ideal introduction to the Olympic sport of sabre fencing, for beginners ages 8–12 years old. Individual instruction is paired with fun conditioning, games, footwork, blade work, and fencing strategy to ensure that all campers are engaged and learning from day one. No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided.

WEEKLY COST $295

FACILITIESCamp will be held in the Martin Gym on the campus of St. Albans School, 3551 Garreld St. NW.

REGISTEROnline: www.capfencing.com Email: [email protected]

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP• All campers should wear t-shirts, shorts, and indoor shoes.• A water bottle to rehydrate.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY Fencing camp will not be cancelled, regardless of weather.

PICK UP AND DROP OFF Check-In will take place at Grant Meadow, located at 3551 Garreld Street, N.W. Campers should report to the Martin Gym by 8:45a.m. Pick up will take place at the same location at noon for morning session campers.

Dariusz Gilman is the head coach and owner of Capital Fencing Academy. A certired fencing master with the U.S. Fencing Coaches Association, Coach Dariusz is a former European and World Champion in sabre.

CCoach Dariusz’s students have achieved national and international results of distinction, including being champions and medalists at World Cups, Junior Olympics, NCAA, and US Fencing Association national competitions. His students have fenced for some of the nation’s most prestigious universities and leading collegiate fencing programs, including Yale, Princeton, Columbia, Duke, Haverford, Penn State University, and many others. Coach Dariusz has a master’s degree in physical therapy.

About Capital Fencing AcademyCOACH DARIUSZ


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Junior Day camp 9–3 $479 « « « « « « « « «RisiNG k & 1sT GRADeRs

Day camp 9–3 $459 « « « « « « « « « «Multi-sport camp i 9–3 $439 « « « « « « « « « «science & engineering camp 9–3 $459 « « « « «soccer camp i 9–3 $369 « « « « « « « « «Basketball camp i 9–3 $369 « « « «cooking camp 9–3 $459 « « « «RisiNG 2ND & 3RD GRADeRs

senior Day camp 9–3 $449 « « « « « « « « « «Multi-sport camp ii 9–3 $439 « « « « « « « « « «science & engineering camp (featuring leGO®) 9–3 $459 « « « « « « «soccer camp ii 9–3 $369 « « « « « « « « «Basketball camp ii 9–3 $369 « « « « « «cooking camp 9–3 $459 « « « «RisiNG 4Th & 5Th GRADeRs

Multi-sport camp iii 9–3 $439 « « « « « « « « « «science & engineering camp (featuring leGO®) 9–3 $459 « « « « « « «soccer camp iii 9–3 $369 « « « « « « « « «Basketball camp iii 9–3 $369 « « « « « «Travel camp 9–3 $599 « « « «RisiNG 6Th & 7Th GRADeRs

Multi-sport camp iV 9–3 $439 « « « « « « « « « «science & engineering camp (featuring leGO®) 9–3 $459 « «soccer camp iV 9–3 $369 « « « « « « « « «Basketball camp iV 9–3 $369 « «Travel camp 9–3 $599 « « « «BUs seRVice

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i2 Camp is Back at St. Albans

• Digital Game Design from Scratch• CSi2: Crime Scene Invessgasons

• BugBots: Programming Mini-Robots• Texsle Engineering: Biomimicry & Bioluminescence

• App Inventor• Molecular Biology

• • Spycraa: Reconnaissance and Code-breaking• Surgical Techniques

This Summer’s Courses

i2 courses have been developed by

i2CAMP.ORG646-650-2900

TO ENROLL or for more info visit:

June 29 - July 24 for rising 5th - 8th graders


General InformationGeneral Policies

▪ Admission to the St. Albans Summer School does not include or imply admission to the regular session of St. Albans School.

▪ The School will issue reports for academic courses at the end of each semester (at the end of the third and final weeks). If an additional report should be sent to the student’s school, please contact Susie Spaulding, the Summer School Registrar, at [email protected] or 202-537-6412.

▪ No reports will be sent to parents or schools, and no course credits will be registered, until settle-ment of all financial obligations.

▪ The school reserves the right to request the withdrawal (without refund) at any time of a student/camper who, in its judgment, is unwilling to comply with the rules and practices of the Summer Programs.

▪ Since Summer Program costs (salaries, mainte-nance, etc.) are fixed, no refunds for absences or voluntary withdrawal from a camp or class will be made.

▪ With prior approval of the head of the Upper School, a St. Albans student who completes a summer school course may receive academic credit. Other secondary schools may be willing to give similar credit for St. Albans courses, but in each case individual arrangements must be made by the student with his/her school before he/she embarks on his/her course of study. St. Albans is not prepared to incorporate special requirements of another school into its courses.

Before and After Care Before Care is available weekdays from

June 8–August 14*

Weekly: 7:30–9:00 am $75 Daily: 7:30–9:00 am $15

After Care is available weekdays from June 8–August 14*

Weekly: 3:30–6:00 pm $125 Daily: 3:30–6:00 pm $25

Elibigility: Boys and Girls, 4-14 years old

Daily EnrollmentReservations preferred, but not requiredOffice: (202) 537-6450

Walk-up registrations are always welcome, but, if possible, please call the office at least one day ahead so we are able to process your daily enrollment in a more efficient manner.

The daily rate must be paid the morning of the drop off at the attendance check-in table. Acceptable payment will be cash, credit card, or check.

Weekly EnrollmentFor weekly care, please enroll your camper online at: www.stalbansschool.org/summer

Inclement Weather PolicyBefore Care and After Care will not be canceled, regardless of weather.

In case of rain, lightning, or extreme heat, camp will be moved indoors where students will have the opportunity to perform indoor activities.

*There will be no Before or After Care Program on Friday, July 3.

Summer Programs Office: (202) 537-6450

Before Care Program The Before Care Program takes place at the Summer Programs office. A counselor will accompany campers to their specific camp each morning around 8:45 a.m.

Drop Off: Campers should report to the Grant Meadow, which is located at the end of Pilgrim Road (near 35th & Garfield Streets). Access Pilgrim Road from the Massachusetts Avenue entrance.

After Care ProgramAfter their afternoon activities are done, registered campers will be escorted to the Summer Programs office for a selection of fun activities, including rec-reational sports and games, reading, drawing, and watching short videos. After Care is also an opportu-nity for students to study. A light snack will be pro-vided, and campers may bring their own as well.

The After Care program ends promptly at 6:00 p.m. St. Albans has an extremely strict late pick up policy. Please pick up your camper by 6:00 p.m. to avoid penalties. See the registration form for late pick up penalty fees.

Pick Up: Campers will be picked up from the Summer Programs office in the Activities Building, 3551 Garfield Street, NW.

If you wish to pick up your camper before the beginning of After Care, please contact the office at (202) 537-6450, so that we may coordinate with your child’s counselors for a pick up at the Pilgrim Road site.

i2 Camp is Back at St. Albans

• Digital Game Design from Scratch• CSi2: Crime Scene Invessgasons

• BugBots: Programming Mini-Robots• Texsle Engineering: Biomimicry & Bioluminescence

• App Inventor• Molecular Biology

• • Spycraa: Reconnaissance and Code-breaking• Surgical Techniques

This Summer’s Courses

i2 courses have been developed by

i2CAMP.ORG646-650-2900

TO ENROLL or for more info visit:

June 29 - July 24 for rising 5th - 8th graders

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▪ Dress is informal; however, the school expects that a student’s appearance will be in keeping with the academic aims of the School.

▪ Students and parents are responsible for knowing and abiding by the rules of the Summer Programs and are expected to give their full cooperation both to the rules and to the educational objectives of the School.

▪ Before the beginning of classes, the School will provide information on where to purchase the textbook(s) required for the course(s). Textbooks, paper, pencils, etc., are available at the school bookstore, which accepts only check or cash.

▪ Lower School students enrolled in multiple camps and/or classes on the same day will be escorted from one session to another by summer program faculty and/or staff.

▪ In order to encourage attendance for the entire session of summer courses, tuition is not prorated. By agreement prior to registration, one week of credit may be granted to students who will miss one or more weeks of Summer School.

▪ We reserve the right to close registration for full sessions and to cancel those under-enrolled.

Drop Off/Pick Up No students should be dropped off or picked up on Garfield Street at any time. Please do not wait for your child on Garfield Street, on the gymnasium service road, or in the St. Sophia’s turn-around area. Summer School Students should be dropped off next to the Little Sanctuary on Pilgrim Road or at the Senior Circle. Parents of campers should enter campus via Pilgrim Road off Massachusetts Avenue and then proceed up Pilgrim Road, cross the intersec-tion by the Peace Cross, and go down the hill to the

designated drop-off area at the Grant Meadow. Pick up is in the same location. We ask that parents not stop (except to drop off students) or park their vehi-cles in the drop-off lane. Parents may exit campus by using Pilgrim Road.

Financial Aid for St. Albans Students ▪ Requests for financial aid will be handled by the Summer Programs Office.

▪ Students are eligible for scholarships if they are required to take the course; no scholarships will be provided for elective courses.

▪ Scholarships are only available for academic courses.

▪ The deadline to apply for financial aid is Wednesday, April 15.

Financial Aid for Students of Other Schools ▪ For students not regularly enrolled at St. Albans, select summer program scholarships are offered through not-for-profit organizations and not by St. Albans.

▪ Interested students/parents must work directly with those organizations to pursue scholarships. St. Albans does not provide a list of such organizations.

Inclement Weather Policy Summer programs will not be canceled, regardless of weather. In case of rain or extreme heat, camps will be moved indoors, where campers will have an oppor-tunity to watch sports-related videos and perform indoor activities. Dangerous weather may require altering drop off/pick up procedures; advance notice will be given if possible, otherwise staff will direct on-site.

Special Events Since St. Albans is a part of the Washington National Cathedral, any high-level events to be held and attended by dignitaries and other VIPs, like state funerals, will require the complete shut down of all activities on the property for that day. St. Albans Summer Programs will issue credits or refunds to affected families, if this occurs. You will need to check with our Partner Camps regarding their policy.

Medical CareEither a nurse, athletic trainer, or certified first aid/CPR provider is always on campus during Summer Programs.

RefundsNo refunds for absences or voluntary withdrawals will be made. There will be a $35 charge for every sched-ule change; however, no charges apply if such changes are initiated by St. Albans School.

Contact Information For more information visit our web-site at www.stalbansschool.org/summer or call us at 202-537-6450.

Location St. Albans Summer Programs, St. Albans School, Mount St. Alban, Washington, DC 20016.

General Information (continued)

Summer Programs Office HoursJanunary to May and late-August to DecemberMonday–Friday 9:00 am–3:00 pm

May to June Saturdays Only 9:00 am–1:00 pm

June to mid-AugustMonday–Friday 8:00 am–4:00 pm

Phone: (202) 537-6450

Fax: (202) 537-5278

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.stalbansschool.org/summer

St. Albans School

2015 Summer ProgramsJune 8–August 21

St. Albans 2015 Summer Programs

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