The College's Summer Academy program is open to all students who will be entering grades five, six, seven and eight for the Fall 2005 school year. Transportation is not provided for the program, therefore, campers will need to provide their own transportation to and from camp each day.

The College understands that many of our camper's parents are working full-time. Therefore, for a small additional fee, the College offers the
opportunity for camper's to arrive early (any time between 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.) or remain late (must be picked up by 5:30 p.m.).

While the content of each camp is quite different, the basic layout of the
day remains the same to create consistency for the campers.
•9:00 a.m. - Camp Begins
•10:30 a.m. - Snack Break
•12:00 noon - Lunch and Free Time
•1:00 p.m. - Camp
•3:30 p.m. - Camp Ends for the Day
Each camper is asked to provide his or her own lunch. For a small
additional fee, campers can purchase lunch through the College's dining
services.

Why Attend Alvernia's Summer Academy Adventures

• Educational yet FUN
• Taught by Alvernia University faculty
• Action-packed and exciting topics
• All-inclusive, affordable tuition
• Full-day and half-day options

Week 1: June 27th - July 1st, 2005

Summer Theater Adventure
The love of theater begins at an early age. Through this highly interactive camp, students will be introduced to the basics of the theater world. Planned topics include: the finer techniques of stage acting, voice projection and elocution, and coreography. Learn what is included in costume design and dressing, make-up, and hair styling. Students will explore the designing, set-up, and changing of stage props and backgrounds. The purpose and use of stage curtains and what use they serve in the production and presentation of stage shows, musicals, and plays. Learn the history and background of the wonderful, interesting and fascinating world of theater and the arts. Students will also explore the many superstitions and lore, which adds to the excitement and mystery of the theater.
   • Basic Camp Tuition (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)- $165
   • Morning Mini - $15
   • Lunch - $25 (Optional)
   • Afternoon Mini - $25

Week 2: July 11th - July 15th

Fantastic Forensics-CSI
What does a crime scene investigator do, and what is it like to be one? This camp will introduce students to some of the actual laboratory and crime scene techniques used by real-life investigators. Students will learn about the science of DNA in forensics, build DNA models, make shoe-print castings with plaster-of-paris, and examine bite-marks by using gum. Learn how identifying in solving a crime. Also, students will use a variety of laboratory chemicals to evaluate "fake"blood tests. Participants will learn to follow and document an evidence trail to solve a crime.
   • Basic Camp Tuition (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)- $165
   • Morning Mini - $15
   • Lunch - $25 (Optional)
   • Afternoon Mini - $25

Week 3: July 18th - July 22nd

The Mysterious and Magical World of Science
Science is fun and fascinating for everyone. Students will have an opportunity to delve into the various sciences as they try their hand at various laboratory experiments. Inside and outdoors, science is everywhere. Do mammals fly? Why does Saturn have rings? What is the difference between neutrons and electrons? Love bugs? We do!!! Learn about biology, chemistry, physics, and forensics. Most importantly...HAVE FUN WITH SCIENCE!!!
   • Basic Camp Tuition (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)- $165
   • Morning Mini - $15
   • Lunch - $25 (Optional)
   • Afternoon Mini - $20

Week 4: July 25th - July 29th

Crafty Kids
Do you like to create with your hands? Did you always want to learn to knit, crochet, scrapbook, make jewelry, and all other kinds of crafty "stuff". This is your chance to make a crochet or knit hat or scarf for yourself, for your mother, aunt, or grandmother. Students will learn to make pocket pillows and purses from old pants and shorts. Learn how to make the new fleece knotted blankets that everyone is just crazy over. Students will also keep their creative juices flowing by designing and painting their own t-shirts, tye-dying, and preserving memories through scrapbooking. Students will learn how to make their own crafty holiday crafts by making bubble bath, bath salts and fizzy bath bombs that will make your bath soft and scented. Student will also learn to make lip-gloss, a Mexican pinata, stained glass jars, and jellied bubbles. Have a pet dog? Learn how to make your dog treats that will sure to delight him or her. Every day students will go home with a new project in their hands. Note: An additional materials is charged for this camp.
   • Basic Camp Tuition (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)- $165 (+ $20 Materials Fee)
   • Morning Mini - $15
   • Lunch - $25 (Optional)
   • Afternoon Mini - $20

Week 5: August 1st - August 5th

The Creative Writer in You
Get creative! Do you have a special letter or note to send to your mom, dad, aunt, uncle, grandmother, grandfather, or best friend but have difficulty in trying to express what you really want to say? Is there a good story wrapped up inside of you and you can not find the right words to put it on paper? Did you ever want to write an article for your school newspaper? Are you moved by feeling that creating a poem will only explain? Students will learn various techniques to use in the art of writing and expression. They will learn the techniques of how to set up their thoughts on the creative letter, story or poem. Using the various sections of creating and writing, students will use power words to grasp the reader's attention, keep it, and make an important impact in the closing. This will be a fun course for any interested and creative student. The student will also refresh his or her schools in spelling, grammar, punctuation, structure, and proof reading. Students will become more confident with their writing, and more creative in their approach when asked to write a letter, short story, article, or poem.
   • Basic Camp Tuition (9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)- $165
   • Morning Mini - $15
   • Lunch - $25 (Optional)
   • Afternoon Mini - $20

Additional Questions?

Contact Chrissy by telephone at (610) 568-1474 or by email at chrissy.schaeffer@alvernia.edu.

• Registration Form for the 2005 Alvernia Academy
• Camp Dates
• General Information

Alvernia University reserves the right to adjust or cancel camps as needed.

Updated: November 18, 2005