Far-Out Field Trips

Dates: July 16-20

Times: 8:30 AM-4:00 PM

Ages: 9-11 years old 

Cost: $315 (includes $20 transportation fee)

Come and experience many of the sites of the Washington, DC area! Each day will be a fabulous field trip to places like the American History Museum, Dulles Air and Space Museum, National Zoo, and Great Falls National Park. Field trips will last all day. Students will need to bring a sack lunch each day.
Instructors: Chris Kalleberg and Caren Norris

Instructor Bios:
Chris Kalleberg received a B.A. in Elementary Education from Arizona State University and a Master of Arts from National University. She also holds a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential as well as a California Reading Certificate. She currently serves as the third grade teacher at Fourth School.

Caren Norris received a B.A.in Russian Language and Literature from the University of Virginia and an MLS in School Library Media from the University of Maryland. She is the Library Media Specialist at Fourth School.

Study Skills

Dates: July 16-20

Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Ages: 10-13 years old 

Cost: $150

The purpose of this course is to help middle school students learn and practice effective study skills that will prepare them for the challenges of high school. During this week long class, students will learn organizational skills, time management techniques, and note-taking strategies. They will also acquire study strategies for taking tests and quizzes. Participants will use computers and designated websites to practice creating outlines, graphic organizers, and study sheets. In addition, students will focus on reading comprehension skills in terms of gaining information from texts and taking notes from textbooks. By being introduced to a variety of study skill strategies and practicing them with individualized supervision, students will be better prepared for classroom instruction and for identifying the study strategies that will be most effective for them.
Instructor: Laura Griffin

Instructor Bio: Laura Griffin is a veteran teacher and learning specialist—holding B.S. degrees in both Elementary Education (K-6) and Special Education (K-12) from Vanderbilt University, as well as a Master of Education in Special Education from Vanderbilt. In 2001, she was named the Outstanding Special Education Teacher of the Year by the Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations. She currently serves as the Learning Specialist for Fourth School.

SAT Math Prep

Dates: July 16-20
Times: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Ages: Rising 10th through 12th graders
Cost: $150 plus purchase of SAT preparation book

SAT math problems require more than a knowledge of what you did in math class. Bring your pencils and notebooks and be prepared to work through many math problems. We will discuss typical SAT math problems and solution strategies. You will also create your own personalized study guide. Advance purchase of a specific SAT preparation book will be required.
Instructor: Marie LeDuc

Instructor Bio: Marie received her B.A. in Liberal Arts and Science from the University of Virginia and her Masters of Public Health from the University of Alabama. She currently teaches Grade 5 Math Honors and Algebra 1 at Fourth School.

Growing Gardeners

Dates: July 23-27
Times: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Ages: 5-7 years old
Cost: $165 (includes $15 supplies fee)

Description coming soon!
Instructor: Beth Gabel

Instructor Bio:  Beth Gabel received a B.A. in Communications from Michigan State University and is also a Licensed Bachelor's Social Worker. She has been a certified Master Gardener for 13 years. Beth currently works as an Adoption Specialist at Bethany Christian Services in Madison Heights, Michigan.

International Cooking Class

Dates: July 23-27
Times: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Ages: 8-10 years old
Cost: $165 (includes $15 supplies fee)

Each day the class will focus on a specific country and its customs, language, and food. We will then make something from that country and enjoy it together. On the last day, we will have a special day of eating a full American picnic lunch together and invite mom or dad to join us!
Instructor: Chris Kalleberg

Guitar Camp

Dates: July 30-August 3

Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Ages: 10-13 years old

Cost: $150 

If you’ve wanted to learn to play guitar but haven’t been sure how to get started, come to Guitar Camp and learn the basics. You will learn other musical skills along the way and by the end of the week, you will have the chance to compose your own song to sing with the guitar! You will need to bring your own acoustic, classical, or electric guitar to camp.
Instructor: Vicki Fanara

Instructor Bio: Vicki Fanara has a B.S. in Music Education from the University of Maryland and has been teaching in schools for over nine years. She has also performed as a soloist, been a member of several choirs, and has taught private voice lessons. In addition to classroom teaching, she also serves as the Celebration Choir director at Fourth Presbyterian Church.  She currently serves as the K-8 Music Teacher and Girls' Ensemble director at Fourth School.