Summer Enrichment 2015
Mr. Giannetto is teaching two courses:
Animals in Art
Art and the Ocean
Burlington Township School District’s Summer Enrichment 2015 Program
The Burlington Township Board of Education is planning to offer a Summer Enrichment Program to children of Township residents currently in grades 1-8. No credit will be offered for the completion of these courses and the enrichment courses are unrelated to the regular school program. Enrichment course guide and registration form will be posted on our web page the week of May 11th.
The Summer Enrichment Program will be held July 6th -July 31st and is tentatively scheduled from 8:00am to 11:50am, Monday through Friday at the Burlington Township Middle School at Springside. Each course will be one hour and fifty minutes in length:
· Session I 8:00am-9:50am
· Session II 10:00am-11:50am
Transportation will be provided daily for arrival at 8:00am and departure at 11:50am. NO TRANSPORTATION is provided at 9:50am or 10:00am. If you select ONLY one session you must provide transportation AT LEAST one way.
The tentative fee* for each class will be $225. Payment in full must be submitted with the application. Applications received without payment will be returned. Please make checks payable to the “Burlington Township Board of Education.” Completed applications and payment must be returned in person or by mail to The Center for Education, Hopkins Building, P. O. Box 428, Burlington, NJ 08016 by Monday, June 1, 2015.
Seats will be filled on a “first come, first served” basis. Please include a second choice of class for each session for which you wish to register. Classes with fewer than 8 enrolled students WILL BE CANCELLED and monies returned. If after registering, you find your child is required to attend the Academic Reinforcement, Literacy Academy or Extended School Year Summer Program, your check will be returned in full.
This program is open to children who reside in Burlington Township. Please share this information with other Township residents whose children do not attend Burlington Township schools. If you have any questions, please contact The Center for Education, Burlington Township Board of Education, 609-387-3955, ext. 2066 or by emailing Isabel Lynton ilynton@burltwpsch.org.
* A reduction in tuition toward an enrichment course is given based on the following:
Students that qualify for free lunch receive a $10 discount ($215/course).
Students that qualify for reduced lunch receive a $5 discount ($220/course).
Summer Enrichment Application 2015
Session I 8:00am-9:50am Session II 10:00am-11:50am
Courses with fewer than 8 enrolled students as of June 1st will be cancelled and fees refunded if no other course options are available.
Course
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Teacher
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Session
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Grades
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SESSION I
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Animals in Art
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Giannetto
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I
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1-3
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Floor Hockey
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Caracci
|
I
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1-3
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Literacy and Technology
|
David
|
I
|
7-8
|
Musical Theater Workshop
|
Ferguson
|
I
|
5-8
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STEM Exploration
|
Lex
|
I
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3-5
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Summer Mud
|
Lubrano
|
I
|
4-6
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Summer Science Explorers
|
Quinn
|
I
|
4-6
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Spanish Fun
|
Ryan
|
I
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4-6
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Team Sports and Recreation
|
Williams
|
I
|
6-8
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SESSION II
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|
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Art and the Ocean
|
Giannetto
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II
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1-3
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Floor Hockey
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Caracci
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II
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4-7
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Literacy and Technology
|
David
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II
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7-8
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STEM Exploration
|
Lex
|
II
|
6-8
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Summer Glee Project
|
Ferguson
|
II
|
5-8
|
Spanish Fun
|
Ryan
|
II
|
1-3
|
Summer Science Explorers
|
Quinn
|
II
|
1-3
|
Super Summer Mud
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Lubrano
|
II
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6-8
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Team Sports and Recreation
|
Williams
|
II
|
3-5
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SUMMER 2015 ENRICHMENT COURSE BY GRADE LEVEL
Grade
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Session I
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Session II
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1 and 2
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Animals in Art
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Art and the Ocean
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Floor Hockey
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Spanish Fun
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Summer Science Explorers
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3
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Animals in Art
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Art and the Ocean
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Floor Hockey
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Spanish Fun
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STEM Exploration
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Team Sports and Recreation
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Summer Science Explorers
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4
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Summer Mud
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Floor Hockey
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Spanish Fun
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Team Sports and Recreation
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STEM Exploration
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|
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Summer Science Explorers
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5
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STEM Exploration
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Floor Hockey
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Musical Theater
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Summer Glee Project
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Summer Mud
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Team Sports and Recreation
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Spanish Fun
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Summer Science Explorers
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6
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Musical Theater
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Floor Hockey
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Summer Mud
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Summer Glee Project
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Spanish Fun
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Super Summer Mud
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Team Sports and Recreation
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STEM Exploration
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Summer Science Explorers
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7
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Musical Theater
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Summer Glee Project
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Team Sports and Recreation
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Super Summer Mud
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Literacy and Technology
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STEM Exploration
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Literacy and Technology
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Floor Hockey
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8
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Musical Theater
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Summer Glee Project
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Team Sports and Recreation
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Super Summer Mud
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Literacy and Technology
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STEM Exploration
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Literacy and Technology
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Summer Enrichment 2015 Course Descriptions
Applications and Registration Fees due June 1st
Animals in Art (Grades 1-3) Mr. Giannetto Session I
Explore the animal world through art! Each project is focused on a different animal. Create clay birds, origami pets, wooden wild animals, zoo paintings, 3-D dinosaurs and more!
Art and the Ocean (Grades 1-3) Mr. Giannetto Session II
Explore all the ocean has to offer! All art projects are focused on the ocean theme. Create clay fish, 3-D boats, seashell paintings, seahorse mobiles, shark art, tropical fish mosaics, origami whales, and more!
Floor Hockey (Grades 1-3 and 4-7) Mr. Caracci Sessions I and II
Helmets are required to play. The students will receive game-ready skills instruction, coordination drills and real-action games. The students will be exposed to real-game scenarios & tips for successful teamwork.
Literacy and Technology (Grade 7-8) Mr. David- Sessions I and II
This course is designed to allow students to transition away from “pen and paper” literacy and into “technological literacy” in fun and innovative ways. Students will explore online resources to connect with texts and build 21st century reading skills to prepare them for the rigor they will encounter in high school
Musical Theater Workshop (Grades 5-8) Mrs. Ferguson- Session I
Students will learn about the different aspects of musical theater; from auditions, rehearsals, dancing, singing, costumes, to staging. The course will culminate in a production of Annie Jr. which will be performed for family, friends, and other students attending the summer enrichment courses.
*Exiting grade 8 students are welcome.
Spanish Fun (Grades 4-6 and 1-3) Ms. Ryan Sessions I and II
This course will incorporate literature, music, movement, games and projects to give students an exposure to Spanish language and culture. Exposure to a second language assists students in many ways including boosting memory and brain power, gaining flexibility and appreciation for cultures, building self confidence and improving primary language skills.
STEM Exploration (Grades 3-5 and 6-8) Mr. Lex Sessions I and II
The STEM Exploration course will feature many hands-on activities and experiments that involve building, problem solving, creating and tinkering. Be investigating and creating, we will explore the fields of science, technology, and engineering.
Summer Glee Project (Grades 5-8) Mrs. Ferguson Session II
The Summer Glee Project is an opportunity to improve your singing skills throughout the summer while singing some of the hit songs from the popular TV show Glee. We will work on the basics of using your singing voice, reading music, and the fun of making music in a group where everyone is committed to learning and making music together. *Exiting grade 8 students are welcome.
Summer Mud (Grades 4-6) Mrs. Lubrano Session I
Turn a lump of clay into a beautiful work of art while having lots of fun! Be introduced to the magic of clay! Learn various techniques like pinching, coiling and slab building.
Summer Science Explorers (Grades 1-3 Session II and 4-6 Session I ) Ms. Quinn
Do you love science and science activities? If so, Summer Science Explorers is the place you will want to be this summer! Come have fun with us as we explore the wonders of science through discovery and experimentation. Each summer we offer new and exciting activities!
Super Summer Mud (Grades 6-8) Mrs. Lubrano Session II
This fun course is for students with some experience in clay. Students will develop their creativity, and gain confidence all while engaging in the magic of clay.
Team Sports & Recreational Activities (Grades 3-5 Session II and 6-8 Session I) Mr. Williams
This class is designed to challenge students, through physical and organized play and explore the fundamentals and game strategies for activities such as: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Volleyball, Baseball/Softball, Golf, and more! This class offers Wii activities as well as cooperative learning activities that develop skills to become successful in school and when participating in all sports and activities.
SUMMER ENRICHMENT APPLICATION 2015
Note: To be eligible for a class, the student must have completed the minimum grade level (listed next to the course title) during the 14-15 school year. For example, a student completing 2nd grade is not eligible to take a class for students in grades 3-6.
Payment in full must be submitted with the application. Applications received without payment will be returned. Seats will be filled on a “first come, first served” basis. Some classes fill quickly! You are encouraged to return this form and payment as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted through June 1, 2015
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Return to Isabel Lynton in Center for Education by June 1, 2015.
In the event the first choice class is full (or canceled due to lack of enrollment), please list a second choice class for each session your child will attend. Every effort will be made to place students in their first choice.
Sessions run Monday-Friday from July 6th-July 31st
Session I: 1st Choice:_______________ 2nd Choice:__________________
Session II: 1st Choice:_______________ 2nd Choice: __________________
Child’s Name:_____________________________ Current Grade:_____
What school does your child attend? _______________________________
Parent’s Name:________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________
Home Phone:___________________ Cell Phone:___________________
Parent Email: _________________________________________________
Emergency Contact: (name and number)_____________________________
Transportation is limited to arrivals at 8:00 AM and departures at 11:50 AM. There is no bus transportation between Session I and Session II. PLEASE NOTE: If your child takes only a Session I class, you are required to pick him or her up at 9:50 AM. If your child takes only a Session II class, you must drop him or her off at 10:00 AM.
Please sign next to ALL appropriate statements:
Parent will provide transportation to program. ___________________
Parent will provide transportation from program. ___________________
Bus will provide transportation to program (approx. 7:40am pickup) _______________
Bus will provide transportation from program (approx. 12:15pm drop off) ___________
Must include payment with application.
Total Included _______
Check or Money Order Number_____________
