MORE SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE (714) 856-5895
Anteater Sports Camp Offers a commuter camp for boys and girls, designed to promote personal and physical development by providing sports skill instruction through demonstrations, drills, lead-up games, tournaments, rules, sportsmanship and safety. Fee: $140 one-week session; $230 two-week session Ages: 5-13 When: July 10-14, July 17-28, July 31-Aug. 11 and Aug. 14-18. For more information call (714) 856-8782.
Anteater Girl’s Basketball Camp Designed to promote personal and physical development by providing skilled instruction through demonstrations, drills, sportsmanship and safety. Fee: Day Camp-$150; Resident Camp-$299 Ages: grades 7-11 When: Day Camp: June 26-30, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Resident Camp: Aug. 13-18, Sunday-Friday For more information call (714) 856-5895.
UCI Writing Project Young Writers’ Workshop A unique opportunity for students to develop their talent as writers under the guidance of experienced teacher/consultants from the UCI Writing Project. Students will write descriptive, narrative and expository papers, share their writing within a supportive circle of friends and learn to revise, edit and publish their work. Fee: $150; includes Young Writers’ Notebook and Young Writers’ Anthology and Young Writers’ T-shirt. Ages: Grades 2 to 12 When: Session I--July 3-21, Monday-Thursday, 9-11:30 a.m. Session II--July 31-Aug. 17, Monday-Thursday, 9-11:30 a.m.
UCI Young Mathematicians’ Workshop An exciting opportunity to explore mathematics with unique and stimulating lessons. Students will discover interesting mathematical concepts through a series of investigations in geometry, logic, patterns, algebra, statistics and probability. Fee: $150; includes Young Mathematicians’ Notebook and Young Mathematicians’ T-shirt Ages: Grades 2-12 When: Session I--July 3-21, Monday-Thursday, Noon-2:15 p.m. Session II--July 31-Aug. 17, Noon-2:15 p.m.
UCI Pre-College The courses are designed to help prepare students to meet the increasingly selective admission standards for competitive universities and to perform successfully at them. Students have an opportunity to explore future education and career options and will select one core course area fast-paced math, critical thinking and writing or speech and theater, and two or three elective courses.
FAST-PACED MATH COURSES:
Math 43 Pre-Algebra An introductory course providing the background necessary to prepare for formal algebra course work. Prerequisite: completion of 7th grade.
Math 45 Algebra I Introduction to the methods and languages of algebra, properties of numbers, fractions, factoring, solving and graphing linear equations. Prerequisite: completion of pre-algebra.
Math 47 Geometry Includes elementary logic, deductive reasoning, congruent triangles, parallel lines and parallelograms, circles, ratios, proportions, similar polygons, geometric constructions and coordinate geometry. Prerequisite: Algebra I.
Math 49 Algebra II Continuation of Math 45. Properties of numbers, fractions, factoring, solving and graphing linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, polynomials and rational algebraic expression. Prerequisites: Algebra I and Geometry.
Math 51 Pre-calculus An intensive review of elementary functions, trigonometry and analytic geometry, fundamental concepts, polynomial and rational functions, trigonometric functions, systems of equations and inequalities, sequences and series. Prerequisite: Algebra II.
WRITING AND CRITICAL THINKING COURSES:
Thinking and Writing WR 30A Designed to develop reading, critical thinking and writing strategies necessary for academic success. Emphasis is on writing as a tool for learning that fosters critical thinking.
Thinking and Computer-Aided Writing WR30B Same as 30A, except that course includes introduction to writing composition software. In addition to writing instruction class also includes a computer lab component where students learn about writing software application. Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of a personal computer. Lab fee: $35
Math Tutorial: Review of Quantitative Skills-Math 10 For students needing extra help in math. A review of arithmetic, geometry and elementary algebra skills; topics include integers, fractions, decimals, percents, exponents, polynomials and linear equations, and inequalities.
Writing Tutorial WR 10 For students needing extra help in critical thinking and verbal skills. Writing emphasis on paragraph and short theme organization. Review of punctuation, grammar, sentences, and paragraph writing with special emphasis on American idioms and complex sentence structure.
COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSES:
Introduction to Computers ICS 10 Basic introduction to computers for students with little or no previous experience. Students learn the basics of opening a file, storage and retrieval of files and printing of files. Through selected computer games students learn the basics of software application. Lab fee: $45
Intermediate Computers-Principles of Design Creative computer course in which students learn to utilize the software program “Hypercard” to design a new application. No previous computer training required but familiarity with the MacIntosh computer would be helpful.
Applied Pascal ICS 27 Students learn Pascal and principles of physics simultaneously. A unique computer program developed by a UCI professor enables students to graphically represent and observe principles of physics in action. Lab Fee: $45.
ADVANCED COMPUTERS:
Directed Study of Computer Applications For the student who has already had extensive experience with computers. In a small group seminar with a UCI professor students review Pascal and design a computer program that can teach others. Prerequisite is consent of Pre-College Director. Lab Fee: $45
International Relations IR 12 Based on the Peace Project and research of a UCI professor. Students view, discuss and debate pros and cons of selected international issues. Course utilizes videotaped interviews of famous international figures and a computer system enabling discussion with foreign students. Lab Fee: $10.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Health and Fitness PE10 Aerobic exercise and group games plus discussions on healthful living.
Sailboating PE11 Students learn the basics of rigging and sailing a small sailboat. Students must pass a swimming test on the first day of class in which they tread water for one minute and swim one 25-meter lap in a pool. Class meets at UCI Marine Base. Prerequisite: completion of 9th grade, parental permission. Lab (boat) Fee: $24
PREPARATION FOR COLLEGES AND CAREERS:
Career Exploration CC23 Course deals with principles of identifying and selecting career options. Includes guest lectures from professionals in careers such as engineering, law, computer science, business and writing.
Vocational Testing and Advisement CC24 Course by arrangement. Requires four-five hours of individual testing and advisement. Students take a vocational test utilizing an interactive computer program (SIGI). Students are helped to identify careers, interests, priorities and talents.
Strategies for Success at Selective Colleges and Universities CC25 Covers the ins and outs of getting into a selective college or university. Topics include how to write a college admission essay, interviewing, scholarships and financial aid, selecting a university, selecting a major, study and learning skills for college. Especially recommended for students going into the 10th grade. Course includes individualized academic counseling.
SAT Prep-Principles of Math of Verbal Problem Solving Provides extra help in developing skills for analyzing and solving complex math problems and identifying key concepts in reading materials. The techniques in this course are applicable to test-taking in academic courses and for the Scholastic Aptitude Test. Fee: $535 for 3-4 courses Ages: Grades 8-10 When: July 10-28, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. For more information call (714) 856-5518
DANA POINT HARBOR YOUTH AND GROUP FACILITY 34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point, (714) 661-7122
Beginning Windsurfing New longer basic certification class. Teaches beginning windsurfing, self-rescue and safety priorities. Students learn with special training equipment. Includes boards, rigs, wet suits. Must weigh 70 pounds or more, be a swimmer and pre-register. Fee: $80 Ages: 10-adult When: Saturday and Sunday, June 10, 11; Saturday and Sunday, June 17, 18; Tuesday and Thursday, June 27, 29; Tuesday and Thursday, July 11, 13; Tuesday and Thursday, July 25, 27; Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 16, 17. All sessions 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Youth Outrigger Canoeing Club Students will learn beginning to advanced outrigger canoeing techniques and competitive skills to prepare for summer canoe races. Races are held from San Diego to Santa Barbara on the weekends. Must be a swimmer. Bring swimsuit and towel to the first practice. Boys and girls welcome. Fee: $10 club dues plus $4 race fees Ages: 10-14 When: Mondays and Wednesdays, May 15-July 22, 4:30-5:30 p.m. For more information call Karen Viele at (714) 493-2379.
Body Boarding A preliminary class to surfing. Ocean safety and awareness are highly stressed. A safe way for younger students to learn wave riding and to become comfortable with the ocean. Must be a strong swimmer. Students supply own equipment and pre-register. Fee: $47.50 Ages: 8-15 When: Monday-Friday, June 26-30, July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, July 31-Aug. 4, Aug. 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 7:30-9 a.m./9-10:30 a.m.
Surfing-Beginning and Advanced This class is designed to teach beginning surfers and advanced surfers wanting to learn new moves, surfboard designs or who are thinking about going into competition. Few rental boards will be available. Pre-register. Fee: $57.50 Ages: 10-adult When: Monday-Friday, June 26-30, July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, July 31-Aug. 4, 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 7:30-9/9-10:30 a.m.
Round Robin Boating Rowing, canoeing, sailing and basic boating safety. Good beginner course. Must be a swimmer. After registration day, call (714) 979-7900 to register with the Girl Scouts. Fee: $35 for Girl Scouts, $40 for non-Girl Scouts Ages: 10 (or entering 5th grade) to adult When: Monday-Friday, June 26-30, 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-4 p.m.; July 10-14, 1-4 p.m.; July 17-21, 9 a.m.-Noon; July 24-28, 9 a.m.-Noon; July 31-Aug. 4, 1-4 p.m., Aug. 7-11, 1-4 p.m.
Basic Sailing Learn to sail in 15 hours. Course covers beginning skills in an 8-foot Sabot, rigging and points of sail. For those who have completed Round Robin. Must be swimmer and pre-register. After registration day, call (714) 979-7900 to register with the Girl Scouts. Fee: $35 for Girl Scouts, $40 for non-Girl Scouts Ages: 11-adult When: Monday-Friday, June 26-30, 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-4 p.m.; July 10-14, 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-4 p.m.; July 17-21, 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-4 p.m.; July 24-28, 1-4 p.m.; July 31-Aug. 4, 9 a.m.-Noon; Aug. 7-11, 9 a.m.-Noon.
Family Basic Sailing Learn to sail with your children. Course covers basic sloop rigging, sailing, boating, safety and points of sail in 14-foot boats. Parent participation with child if under 17 years of age. Must be a swimmer and pre-register. Fee: $34 plus $10 lab and book fee payble to instructor at first class Ages: 11-adult When: Sundays, July 9-Aug. 6, 9:30 a.m-12:30 p.m.
Aqua Camp Participants will spend half days on the water learning sailing, canoeing, rowing, basic boating skills and water safety. The other half of the day is spent doing activities from water games, arts and crafts to a fishing trip. Must be a swimmer. Pre-register and bring a large lunch, suit, towel and sunscreen each day. Fee: $98 plus $20 fishing and materials fee Ages: 10-12 When: Monday-Friday, July 10-14 and July 31-Aug. 4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Creatures of the Deep and Shallow Learn about ocean creatures. Students will use a multi-sensory approach with arts, crafts, songs, and movement to explore our local inhabitants of the oceans and tide pools. Fee: $35 Ages: 5 & 6 (4-year-olds with parent participating) When: Monday-Friday, July 10-14 and July 17-21, 9-11 a.m.
Surf Camp Course will allow students to tune up surfing abilities, learn proper wave judgment and surfing techniques under adult supervision. Participants are responsible for providing own equipment and large lunch. Cold drinks provided. Fee: $137 Ages: 7-14 When: Monday-Friday, June 19-23, July 10-14, 24-28, Aug. 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sea Squirts-Ocean Explorers A hands-on approach using arts and crafts to learn basic marine biology from sea weeds to marine mammals. There will be a fresh squid and fish dissecting experience. Basic scuba diving equipment will be exhibited. Fee: $48 Ages: 7-9 When: Monday-Friday, July 10-14, 9 a.m.-Noon and 1-4 p.m.; July 17-21, 9 a.m.-Noon
Beach Safari Day Camp Daily activities such as water games, outrigger canoeing, arts and crafts, boogie boarding, sand sculpting, tide pool exploration, ocean awareness, weekly barbeques and a camp T-shirt. Bring large lunch, sunscreen, swimsuit and towel every day. Must be a swimmer and pre-register. $25 must be paid to instructor on first day for fishing trip and materials. Fee: $80 plus $25 materials and fishing trip Ages: 6-9 When: Monday-Friday, June 26-30, July 10-14, 17-21, 24-28, July 31-Aug. 4, Aug. 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Beginning Skin Diving This course is for those who are confident around water and interested in developing skills in skin diving. Marine life and safety will be stressed. Mask, fins, snorkel and wet suit are recommended, but not required. Course will conclude with an open water skin dive at a local beach. Pre-register. Fee: $37 Ages: 10-adult When: Monday-Friday, July 10-14, 10 a.m.-Noon.
Sea Rascals Beach Camp Boogie boarding, crafts, sand castles, tide pools and a fishing trip. Bring a lunch, swimsuit, towel and sunscreen daily. $20 paid to instructor first day for fishing trip and supplies. Fee: $90 plus $20 for fishing trip and supplies Ages: 7-10 When: Monday-Friday, June 26-30, July 10-14, 24-28, July 31-Aug. 4, Aug. 7-11, 14-18, 9 a.m-4 p.m.
Ocean Awareness Day Camp Uncover the dark secrets of the ocean depths. Hands-on experience with marine biology techniques. Study the colorful tide pools; dissect a fish, fishing trip, crafts, games and beach time. Bring lunch daily, pre-register; $25 must be paid first day for supplies and boat trip. Fee: $90 plus $25 for supplies and boat trip Ages: 7-10 When: Monday-Friday, June 26-30, July 17-21, 24-28, July 31-Aug. 4, 7-11, 14-18, 21-25, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
How to Cruise Catalina and Santa Barbara Island A sailing adventure on a 70-foot ketch to every cove on these islands. Designed for the beginning cruiser. Veteran sailor and coast guard-licensed skipper. Will discuss navigation aids, hazards, history and favorite anchorages. Fee includes all expenses. Must pre-register. Limited enrollment. Fee: $245 Ages: 13 and older When: July 7-10, leave 7 p.m. Friday, return 6 p.m. Monday
Sea Explorers Program for junior high and high school students. It includes leisure sailing, seamanship competition, competitive racing, extensive off-shore cruising, maintenance, leadership, scuba diving and navigation. Fee: from $39-$125 a year Ages: 14-21 When: all year For more information call (714) 493-3952
U.S. Navy League Cadets Develops young men and women’s interest in seamanship, seagoing discipline, builds patriotism and self-confidence. Fee: $75 yearly Ages: 11-17 When: all year For more information call Lt. James Nelan at (714) 496-2607.
Youth Beach Volleyball Clinic Learn to play with experienced beach volleyball players. Each class will include demonstrations and drills covering all volleyball skills. Players will also play each day in supervised games and will be grouped according to age and ability level. Pre-registration recommended. A $20 material fee must be paid on first day of clinic. Capo Beach courts, T-shirt, certificate, prizes and awards included. Fee: $50 plus $20 material fee Ages: 10-20 When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 11-27 and Aug. 1-17, 8-10 a.m.; July 11-27 and Aug. 1-17, 10 a.m.-Noon
Children’s Discovery in Art I, II Children will experience their own creativity in eight classes by exploring ways of self-expression in a wide variety of media including paints, chalks, pastels and collage. Marine subjects will be used. Must pre-register. $25 materials fee due on first day. Fee: $60 plus $25 materials fee Ages: 7-10 When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 6-Aug. 1 and Aug. 8-31, 1-2:30 p.m.
Oceanic Cartooning (Beginning and Advanced) Young artists will develop their hidden cartooning talents and skills while learning how to draw original cartoons of fish, sharks, surfers, waves and underwater scenes. They’ll also incorporate expressions, action, captions and shading. All materials included. Pre-register. Fee: $45 Ages: 6-12 When: Beginning class: Wednesdays, June 14-July 12 and July 19-Aug. 16, 3:30-5 p.m. Advanced class: Wednesdays, July 19-Aug. 16, 5-6:30 p.m.
Seascape Painting in Oil All levels of ability will be accepted. Individual help will be provided at student’s level. Field trips to the ocean, selected art galleries and museums included. All pertinent topics to create a seascape painting will be covered. Materials list provided. Pre-register. Fee: $90 Ages: 14-adult When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 11-Aug. 15, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Cartooning for Big Kids Students will develop their hidden cartooning talents and skills. Participants will learn how to draw their own cartoon characters, people and animals. Only prerequisite is desire to have fun. Materials included. Pre-register. Fee: $45 Ages: 13-adult When: Wednesdays, June 14-July 12, 5-6:30 p.m.
Bear-le There Tots Gymnastics Gym and movement education conducted in a warm, caring, non-competitive environment. Equipment is scaled down to the young child. Music is used extensively. Child/teacher ratio is 6/1 ratio. Must pre-register. Free introductory class. Fee: $24 per month; $12 per month for parent participation class Ages: 16 months to 6 years When: Thursdays; 16 months-2 years, 9:30-10 a.m.; 3-4 years 10-10:50 a.m.; 3-4 years, 11-11:50 a.m.; 5-6 years, Noon-12:50 p.m. For more information call Peggy Shima at (714) 831-9259
Fashion, Modeling and Charm Workshop Natural skin care, daytime make-up, color and coordination, personality, plus accessories to update wardrobe. Walking gracefully, sitting elegantly and modeling turns will be covered. Pre-registration required. Bring a lunch and a favorite hat. Fee: $28 each session Ages: 8-16 When: ages 12-16, Monday, June 26; ages 8-11, Tuesday, June 27; ages 12-16, Monday, July 10; ages 8-11, Tuesday, July 11; ages 8-11, Tuesday, July 18. All dates 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
LOST VALLEY SCOUT RESERVATION Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America, 3590 Harbor Gateway North, Costa Mesa, (714) 546-4990 For Cub Scouts: Archery, games, cooking, fishing, arts and crafts and other summer sports. Other day camps available also. Fee: $37-$42 per week Ages: 8-10 When: June 21-Aug. 11 (week-long sessions)