Exciting Summer Camps and Enrichment Programs for Students

CMS Title 1 Parent University It May Be Cold Outside, But Summer Camps Are Open For Business! January 10, 2017

Summer Camps & Enrichment Programs Summer time is a great opportunity for students to learn about new experiences of what college is like; college life, college campuses and to learn/study subjects they are interested in. There are many great summer programs and camps in different areas, lengths, dates, costs and subject areas. Take time researching different summer programs and camps to find one that best matches your needs and your child s interests. There s a variety of camps available across the US and abroad.

University of Georgia Registration Opens February 15, 2017 http://www.georgiacenter.uga.edu/youth/summer-academy#courses questions@georgiacenter.uga.edu, 706-542-3537 or toll-free at 1-800-811- 6640 Program Coordinator, Brian Stone, at 706-542-7255 or brian.stone@georgiacenter.uga.edu. Various classes, various sessions, several age groups, June 5th July 19th Costs: $360-$930 (day students and overnight students, depending on class) All scholarship applications received by the deadline of March 14, 2017 will be considered at that time and awarded based on financial need. Full details and application requirements will be available on website via the 2017 SAUGA Financial Assistance Form (this will be available once registration opens on February 15, 2017)

Camp Kessem 2 Atlanta Locations Registration opens January 15th The Emory University Camp Kesem 2017 camp will be held from July 2-7 at Athens Y Camp in Tallulah Falls, GA. Contact: emory@campkesem.org Chapter Mailing Address: PO Box 121080, Atlanta, GA 30322 The University of Georgia Camp Kesem 2017 camp will be held at Camp Westminister in Conyers, GA Contact: www.campkesem.org/uga 404.919.9688 | 102U Tate Student Center #48, Athens, GA 30602 uga.outreach@campkesem.org To register visit, https://campscui.active.com/orgs/Camp Kesem Camp Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent s cancer. A program of Kesem, Camp Kesem operates over 70 free summer camps in 34 states for children ages 6 to 16 who have been touched by a parent s cancer.

Georgia Tech Camps Camp CEISMC at Georgia Tech https://www.ceismc.gatech.edu/ceismc-summer-peaks Applications open late winter Send email to get on mailing list for updates and program window CEISMC's Summer P.E.A.K.S. Spring to register to 2017 PEAKS programs. Visit their Frequently Asked Questions page, as you may find your answer there. If you have any additional questions, please contact: summerpeaks@gatech.edu or (678) 929-7639. Email is the most efficient way to get a timely response. For Middle School students, visit: https://www.ceismc.gatech.edu/studentprograms/summer-peaks_programs/middle For High School Students, visit: https://www.ceismc.gatech.edu/studentprograms/summer- peaks_programs/highschool Georgia Tech also offers Sports Camps and Educational Camps. Visit: http://www.gotech.gatech.edu/content/158/camps-on-campus

Love Animals and Nature? Zoo Atlanta Offers: Up-close animal encounters Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center: Exclusive tours Applications open: January 20th Arts and crafts and hands-on learning using pictures & bio-facts www.georgiawildlife.com/Charlie Elliott/camps Animal shows and feedings www.charlieelliott.org Keeper talks & educational videos First come first serve Wildlife and Natural Resources Applications open at end of Jan. Call 404.624.5822 or email education@zooatlanta.org

UGA Summer Music Camp Cost: $420 - $630, depending on type of camper Orchestra Band Application window open now Chorus http://summercamp.uga.edu/index.htm Guitar June 4th June 8th Jazz Band Piano Applications due by May 25th, first come first serve Contact UGA Summer Music Camp office (706) 542-2061 or email the camp office at smcamp@uga.edu. Camp Director: Dr. Skip Taylor Associate Camp Directors: Dr. Rachael Fischer, Dr. Stephen Fischer Graduate Associate Director: Josh Gardner

Centennial Aviation Academy http://www.centennialaviationacademy.com/s ummer-camps.html Registration is now open Session Dates: June 12-14, June 19-21, June 26-28 July 17-19, July 24-26 Time: 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday* we will schedule a 2 hour block for your actual flight. The Wednesday flight schedule will be made available the first day of camp. Ages: 12- 17 Cost: $299 (camp+free flight) Contact us, 678-686-9086 or pdkadmin@centennialaviationacademy.com

Camps At The House! Morehouse Middle School Programs Morehouse School of Medicine Viven Thomas Summer Research Program (rising 9th grade) Morehouse College has numerous summer programs available for different grade levels. Application opens Feb 1st NuMaSS (for rising 9th grade) 6-week program (early June mid July) SMASH Pathways (current 8th grade) Cost: $600 iSTEM (6th 8th grade) MSM Summer S.T.E.A.M. Academy Program dates have not yet been listed. Continue to check back at website below Applications open Feb 1st Cost: $800/4 week session Mon Fri; 8am 4pm; entire month of June http://www.morehouse.edu/academics/ summer/academy/ http://www.msm.edu/Education/PipelinePro grams/index.php

Camps at Emory University Summer Institute for the Gifted The mission of the Summer Institute for the Gifted is to provide the highest quality educational and social opportunities for academically gifted and talented students through programs designed to meet their abilities and needs. http://www.giftedstudy.org/Residential/emory/ Session Dates: June 18 - July 8, 2017 Emory Summer Science Academy To provide high school students from traditionally underrepresented minority backgrounds the opportunity to develop a better understanding and appreciation of science by exposing them to an educational environment that is conducive to learning, motivating, challenging, and fun. https://www.med.emory.edu/summercamps/ For rising 9th & 10th graders Students who will be ages 9 - 17 by August 31, 2017 Program Fees: Residential: $4,195 Extended Commuter: $3,395 Commuter: $2,695 Final Payment: May 4, 2017 Admission to the Summer Institute for the Gifted program is on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis for qualified students. Topics Covered are: Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology Human Anatomy Neuroscience Human Diseases Genetics

Keep in mind, there are many camps with various costs. Keep searching for the one that best suits your needs. This presentation is just the tip of the iceberg! *Please note, many colleges and universities have various camps listed throughout their website, especially through their outreach programs and their continuing education departments.

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