Need some summer care or structure? Read on!

Many of you have begun asking about dates for summer camp so you can make your plans for the season.  Here is a bare bones version of how we plan to implement themes into the ongoing things we do such as outdoor art, water play, hiking, and theme rooms, such as fire house or grocery store.  I'm thinking there may be an Asian room this year, and maybe some other new ideas.  This is not complete yet, more will be coming out in the next few weeks, but hopefully it will answer some questions and give you enough to start your planning. We would love a response as to when you might be joining us so we can finalize details such as staffing and in depth activities. For hours and details go to www.auburnmontessori.com and click on summer camp info  under the About Us link.  I have attached this for your convenience if you would like a hard copy.

                                                                         Summer Camp 2010

Auburn Montessori summer camp is designed for fun , relaxation and flexibility for working parents, or non working parents who just want some structure and entertainment for their kids a few hours a week.  Our curriculum this summer will be a combination of new themes and old favorites to meet everyone’s interests.

Our calendar this year will run from June 14^th to August 20^th,  our options include 3 and 5 day, half or full day options.  Three day options are T, W, Th to accommodate the best of the curriculum being offered, and facilitate consistency for young children. Mondays and Fridays will incorporate more flexible outdoor activities including wading pools and outdoor art.

We are roughing out the schedule at this time, and asking for your input as to when you would like to be here. We will complete the itinerary in the coming weeks as we see what the enrollment looks like, as staffing, activities and materials will all depend on attendance.  Final enrollment commitment will be requested as of April 1^st.

 6/ 14 and  21:   Two week session of  Gardening and Nature; Big favorite and so much fun in the late spring/early summer. Our relaxation garden grows more beautiful every year, and we will be populating it with home grown butterflies and worms.  Science and nature activities and specialists will be ongoing through out the two weeks.

6/28 :  One week session featuring Movement and Asian culture, including the animal based exercises found in Tai Chi, games, music, Asian cuisine, relaxation and high drama movement.

7/5  Summer camp closed, day care available if needed – contact us EARLY if you want to do a small day care group with a staff member which may include off site activities.

7/12 –and  19: Music and Drama – exploration of different musical instruments, parades, singing and games, music that inspires drama, creating props and costumes to put on a musical story.

7/26: Wildlife in our woods, hiking, beaver dams, habitats, and visiting specialists to  unlock the secrets of our woodlands. Nature inspired art.

8/2 and 9: Two week session focusing on the arts!  Famous artists, practicing different techniques and masterpieces galore.

8/16:  DOGS!  Mary Doane of Project Nature and a recent graduate of Humane Education Certificate Program is joining forces with our school to address the problem of canine overpopulation and homelessness with children. Art, music, puppetry and visiting handlers will combine to give the children a sense of empowerment in moving ahead to help solve a crisis of epic proportion.  Many shelters and rehab centers are already running camps, and the response has been huge.  Factor in the entertainment and dramatic skills of Miss Mary and it will be one of the highest impact weeks we have ever offered! Students up through age 10 will be accepted, limit of 8.  Younger students will participate in many, but not all activities.