You will find descriptions of the many Summer Youth Programs listed alphabetically by Course Number and Course Title. Many of the camps are offered more than once during the summer. The CRN# listed on the schedule pages indicates which section/week that the class that is being held. See the Summer 2009 schedule pages for dates and times for the classes.
| Course |
Title |
Description |
| YOU114 |
3-2-1 Blast-Off! |
 This action-packed week will focus solely on rockets and the physics of rocket flight. After learning the model rocket safety code, you will build a number of different rockets. Divided into three groups of altitude trackers, launch preparation, and launchers, you will participate in the launching, mission control, propulsion, and finally recovery of the rockets that were built. |
| SCH367 |
Adventures in Math |
This fun-filled basic math adventure boosts your basic math skills and confidence while you have fun. Learn math tricks, play games, and create Palindromes with addition. See how simple strategies can help with subtraction, division, and word problems. Learn tricks to help you memorize those pesky multiplication facts. Instructor: Shirley Upchurch |
| YOU064 |
Adventures in Robotics |
Here’s your chance to explore the exciting world of robotics! Working in teams, construct and program robots and compete in fun challenges to earn prizes. Learn the basics of design and programming and get hands-on experience in making your robots “see” and move. Invite your friends and family to come on the last day of camp to cheer you on at the final competition and awards party! No previous experience in robotics necessary. |
| SCH969 |
Aggressive Learning I for Middle School Students |
Are you a successful middle school student? Feeling overwhelmed with the amount of homework? You study hard and you still aren’t making the grades that you feel you can? If you are experiencing this type of frustration, take this course. Learn strategies from an IRT and Team Leader. Learn how to better manage your time. Trick your teachers and work smarter. You are already working hard! Learn how to study efficiently and experience success in middle school. |
| SCH971 |
Aggressive Learning I for Students Entering High School |
Are you making a successful transition into grades 9-12? Do you feel overwhelmed with the amount of homework? You study hard but you still aren’t making the grades that you like? If you are experiencing this type of frustration, take this course. Learn strategies from an IRT and Team Leader. Learn how to better manage your time. Trick your teachers and work smarter. You are already working hard—now learn how to study efficiently and experience success in high school. Instructor: Don Milner |
| SCH967 |
Aggressive Learning I for Students Entering Middle School |
Do you want to make a successful transition into middle school? Are you afraid of feeling overwhelmed with the amount of homework in middle school? If you achieved good grades in elementary school but are now worried, you should take this course. Learn strategies from a sixth-grade IRT and Team Leader. Learn how to better manage your time, trick your teachers, and work smarter. You are already working hard—now learn how to study efficiently and experience success in middle school. Let us help you transition with ease. Instructor: Don Milner |
| YOU068 |
Aggressive Learning II for Middle School Students |
If you have taken or are currently enrolled in Aggressive Learning I, this class is a great next step for you. Learning objectives reinforce the study skills taught in Aggressive Learning I and give specific study strategies for each core content area, like Science, Math, Social Studies, English, and Foreign Language. Learn tried and true study strategies that help you improve your academic standing. Learn the science behind learning and what motivates you to learn new information. Instructor: Don Milner |
| SCH972 |
Aggressive Learning II for Students Entering High School |
If you have taken or are currently enrolled in Aggressive Learning I, this class is a great next step for you. Learning objectives reinforce the study skills taught in Aggressive Learning I and give specific study strategies for each core content area, like Science, Math, Social Studies, English, and Foreign Language. Learn tried and true study strategies that help you improve your academic standing. Learn the science behind learning and what motivates you to learn new information. Instructor: Don Milner |
| SCH968 |
Aggressive Learning II for Students Entering Middle School |
If you have taken or are currently enrolled in Aggressive Learning I, this class is a great next step for you. Learning objectives reinforce the study skills taught in Aggressive Learning I and give specific study strategies for each core content area, like Science, Math, Social Studies, English, and Foreign Language. Learn tried and true study strategies that help you improve your academic standing. Learn the science behind learning and what motivates you to learn new information. Instructor: Don Milner |
| SCH094 |
Algebra I |
 For students who will take Algebra I in the upcoming school year. Topics covered include patterns, relations, equations, and functions (linear and non-linear.) |
| SCH096 |
Algebra II |
For students who will take Algebra II, Algebra II with Analysis, IB AAF in the upcoming school year. Topics include polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. |
| YOU025 |
Alice in Computerland |
Learn exciting new computer programming techniques in an innovative 3D environment. Want to create animations for videos, storytelling, or playing interactive games? ALICE is new software that uses a drop-down interface and 3D graphics to make programming easy and fun to use! Instructor: Priscilla Wilson |
| SCH858 or YOU056 |
Animal Diversity |
 This camp is designed with the amateur naturalist in mind. It is ideal if you are seeking to gain an introduction to the diversity of animals inhabiting our planet. Culminating in a day at the zoo. |
| SCH860 |
Art Attack |
Use your imagination and different materials to create unique artworks in this exciting class. Mold, carve, or build a clay sculpture. Paint your own masterpiece in the different colors and styles of Van Gogh or choose to do a Blue or Rose period painting like Picasso. Explore the process of making photomontages and learn about Romare Bearden. Using finger paint, put movement into your picture of a windy meadow or a storm over a sea. Do a splash or drip painting, and then put forms, lines, words, letters, or hidden messages in the painting. Acrylic and tempera paint will be used, so bring an old T-shirt—painting can be messy! Instructor: Myra Maslowsky |
| SCH804 |
Be a Poet |
Free yourself to have fun with words as you increase your vocabulary, getting comfortable with using the imaginative phrases of the poet you’re becoming. Discover new ways of using language, and experiment with different poetic forms. Receive one-on-one guidance from your instructor during the creation of your work, and keep a notebook to record your development. |
| SCH862 |
Biology: Life in the Ocean |
Marine Biology is the study of marine life. Examine marine organisms from each of the major oceanic zones. Both live and preserved specimens will be available for observation, experimentation, or dissection (preserved only). Develop a greater appreciation and understanding of marine systems, specifically the role these representative organisms play in the ecosystem. Particular attention will be paid to the anatomy, reproduction, and ecology of representative organisms. Many of the labs will be messy. NOT FOR THE SQUEAMISH!! Instructor: Dr. Ijeoma Otigbuo |
| SCH098 |
Calculus |
For students who will take AP Calculus (AB or BC), Calculus with Applications in the upcoming school year. Topics covered include continuity, limits, derivatives of functions, and their applications. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus. |
| YOU065 |
Careers in Biotechnology |
 Explore the field of biotechnology! Learn some basic laboratory techniques and try your hand at experimental design. Hear how biotechnology businesses work and why biotechnology offers some of the most exciting career choices today. |
| SCH796 |
Cartooning, Comic Book Creation, and Graphic Storytelling |
Explore the many forms of cartoon drawings (caricatures, one-panel sight gags, editorial cartoons), comic strips/books (superhero comics, adventurous illustrations, westerns, sci-fi, and detective comics), long-form illustrated narratives (graphic novels, non-fiction subjects), and Japanese manga. Apply your powers of observation and imagination to a variety of projects including creating original characters, designing pages, drawing caricatures, making flip books, and developing a comic strip/book. You will be encouraged to experiment with various drawing media and techniques. Instructor: Ellen Vartanoff, freelancer for Marvel & D.C. Comics |
| YOU119 |
Chemistry Collision |
How much fun can one day bring! You will get to understand the three states of matter by watching how "cool" dry ice can be. Melt metal and make the nastiest slime you can! What's the difference between an acid and base? Find out after you perform some super fast experiments and see how sticky stick stuff can be! Each day you will bring at least 2 very cool experiments home. |
| YOU060 |
Chess Strategies |
Beginning to intermediate players, power up your chess play by learning time-proven strategies for chess success. Strengthen your opening, middle, and end games. Learn about forks, double attacks, revealed attacks, and much more. You must already know the rules of chess. Mr. Bruce McBarnette, has been ranked by the United States Chess Federation. |
| SCH362 |
Computer Animation Using Macromedia Flash |
Learn how to draw and animate using Web-based animation software. Learn about the tools of the trade for graphic designers and Web designers. Gain hands-on experience using top-of-the-line software to create frame-by-frame animations and “tweened” animations. Learn basic animation concepts and procedures used by all professional animators. Instructor: John Overman |
| SCH175 or SCH838 |
Computer Programming Camp for Boys and Girls |
Find out what it takes to write a computer program in this summer camp designed to teach the fundamentals of programming in a fun environment. Create cool projects to try out your new programming skills. The camp will focus on Visual Basic programming language and present programming logic and problem solving, the basis of any computer programming language. Experience in Windows and on or above grade level in math REQUIRED! Instructor: David Hill. |
| YOU078 |
Computer Programming for Middle School Girls |
Find out what it takes to write a computer program in this summer camp designed to teach the fundamentals of programming in a fun environment. Create cool projects to try out your new programming skills. The camp will focus on Visual Studio.net programming language and present programming logic and problem solving, the basis of any computer programming language. Experience in Windows and an on or above-average grade level in math REQUIRED |
| YOU003 |
Computer-aided Drafting/Design (CADD) using Autodesk Inventor |
Learn to develop 3-D solids, parts, and assemblies using Autodesk Inventor. Learn the basics of CAD as a replacement for drawing and designing with pencil and paper. Start by drawing, editing, and refining simple objects, and progress to highly complex three-dimensional, interactive models. Inventor is the engineering and manufacturing software used by Montgomery County Schools for all engineering programs. Instructor: Doug White |
| SCH983 or SCH984 |
Cooking It Up with Kids |
Learn to use fractions and measurement concepts, math vocabulary, and reading to perform a task and complete a set of directions for a recipe. Create a wonderful snack or meal without using an oven, while reinforcing math and reading concepts and strategies. Get a copy of each recipe made in class to take home and make them for yourself in the future. These recipes can be used as an after school snack or fun for the whole family to make together. Learn the safe way to handle food and utensils. Note: There will be no use of raw or sharp objects in this class. |
| YOU103 |
Create a Fictional World |
Do you love to read and write stories? Are your favorite stories the ones that take place in "worlds" of their own? If you love science fiction and fantasy like Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Eragon, this class is for you! Go behind the scenes of some of literature's most famous fantasy/sci-fi settings, and create one of your own. Develop a "world" journal that will help you establish the rules of your own special fictional place. Design your world's geography, history, weather, plants, animals--even the people. Then just add stories! You'll do some writing, plus lots of hands-on activities like building a 3-D map, creating a diorama, and sculpting a creature or person from your world. |
| YOU104 or YOU105 |
Create a TV Show! |
Want to create your own television show? That's our plan for this week-long class. You'll start at the very beginning and take the project through to a finished product of sample scenes you can take home on a DVD. Discover how to develop a TV-worthy concept, identify your audience, create a show "bible" with characters, situations, and settings, write a sample script, and even film a few scenes! |
| SCH823 or SCH824 |
Creative Speaking and Writing |
Learn to create an impressive presentation that informs, persuades, inspires, and conveys a compelling message. Through practice and feedback, master the techniques for delivering consistent, successful presentations. Create powerful visual aids to add impact, and learn the tools and techniques needed to grab and hold the interest of an audience. Overcome your public speaking fears and gain confidence to deliver polished presentations of any kind. Instructor: Nekesha Price |
| YOU115 |
Crime Scene and Chemistry |
Mad Science introduces you to life in the form of cells and organs and how the science behind life can help you solve a crime! Discover the secrets behind batteries and design marshmallow molecules! Conduct electricity and power a Mad Science whirligig. Experience blood pumping through the heart and air moving through the lungs. Use ooey-gooey ingredients to build a model cell and use your own traits to decode and decipher your DNA. |
| SCH868 |
Crime Solvers |
How realistic are popular shows such as CSI? What do real investigators do? Solve a crime using techniques used in forensic science and listen to experts in the field talk about their work in this week’s program. |
| SCH869 or SCH999 |
Digital Game Design and Creation |
Learn to design your own board game and strategy game using Gamemaker software. Uncover why award-winning games are successful, and how the design is taken from concept to final product. Share your ideas with other students while playing new games and learning about the different types of games. Create your own design of a game, produce the basic elements, and test the game while playing with other students. Instructor: John Overman |
| SCH365 |
Digital Imaging with Adobe Photoshop |
Learn how to create digital art and animations using the professional computer software Adobe Photoshop. Learn to edit and fix old pictures, make covers for CDs, and create outrageous collages using this software. Explore how animations work, and the variety of tools used to create animated computer-generated images. Work with the software the pros use. You will be able to design and save animations. Basic computer skills recommended. Instructor: John Overman |
| YOU079 |
Digital Media Arts/ Photoshop and Illustrator for High School Students |
Learn to use the computer as an art medium, producing artwork in traditional and contemporary styles. Use basic tools and processes on the computer to create portraits, illustrations, and commercial/advertising art. Learn to use a variety of techniques, processes, and applications including Adobe PhotoShop CS and Adobe Illustrator CS. Learn about imaging and file formats and composition. Use a variety of unique tools found in digital imaging software packages to produce graphics for Web and print output. Instructor: John Overman, 2007 curriculum design lead for the School Board-approved digital art curriculum for MCPS. |
| YOU120 |
Dinosaurs & More! |
Make a cast of a T-Rex tooth when you study the ancient world of dinosaurs. find out how rocks are formed and go "panning" for minerals. Learn the dramatic differences between physical and chemical changes as you explore chemistry. Try out space-age plasma balls to learn the secrets of electricity. Learn what polymers are, how sound travels, and the secrets of bubbles, air pressure, and buoyancy. |
| SCH873 |
Drawing and Painting |
Come join us for an exciting exploration into the world of drawing and painting. Learn how to look at artwork with critical understanding. Draw the connections between contemporary artwork and their precedents in art history. Develop your drawing techniques using a variety of media, and experiment with painting with oils on canvas panels. Instructor: Susan Newman |
| YOU113 |
Earth Space and Beyond |
Mad Science invites you to decipher the world around you. As young astronauts, we will explore the mysteries of the solar system. How do astronauts live and work in space? The sun, moon and the stars are only a few of the things that must be dealt with on this Mad Science space mission! Use Morse code to send secret messages to your friends. Learn the basics of water pollution, acid rain and the benefits of solar energy. Recycle your own garbage to make your very own paper to take home! |
| SCH964 |
Effective Writing |
Writing is one of the most important skills needed to succeed academically. Learn some of the practical skills for effective writing. Practice writing and gain confidence in recognizing and correcting grammatical errors and understanding the fundamentals of sentence structure, punctuation, and word usage. Learn techniques for generating divergent ideas for compositions and story writing. Instructor: Anita Blank |
| SCH142 or SCH143 |
Empowered Writing |
Language is power—learn to use this power to discover the writer within you. Build and develop practical writing skills that you will use in the classroom and beyond. Working with other students, with the instructor, and on your own, you will respond to readings, persuade others, and support your position. Learn to express your opinions, collaborate with others, and confer with the instructor on your writing. By the end of the course, you will have produced your own portfolio of written work. Instructor: Cynthia Krauchi |
| SCH998 |
Environment Express |
Learn more about our environment and how you can help protect it in this week-long camp. |
| SCH965 |
Everyone’s A Star |
Experience first hand what it’s like to work with a team to put on a play that’s fun and educational at the same time. Go through auditioning, rehearsing, creating costumes, putting on make-up, gathering props, building sets and, finally, performing, all within the boundaries of fun and direction. Each student gets an on-stage part, and is part of the performance process. Fun guaranteed. ACTORS: Please dress comfortably for each rehearsal; wear shoes that have backs (for safety); and bring a small, healthy snack (ex. fruit or pretzels) and a water bottle with your name on it. Instructor: Claire Dus Sault (Ms. Dus Sault has been working in Educational Theatre for more then 15 years.) |
| YOU074 or YOU076 |
Explore the Magic of Reading, Writing, and Technology |
Authors of children's books often include in their stories hidden meanings, a mystery, amazing facts, or an interesting effect through art. Come explore these fascinating books by a variety of authors including Chris Van Alsburg, Eric Carle, and Mary Pope Osborne. Improve your reading and writing skills while adding a touch of technology to enhance your author study. Discover which author writes adventure stories, about dreams, games, and more! |
| YOU074 |
Explore the Magic of Reading, Writing, and Technology |
Authors of children's books often include in their stories hidden meanings, a mystery, amazing facts, or an interesting effect through art. Come explore these fascinating books by a variety of authors including Chris Van Alsburg, Eric Carle, and Mary Pope Osborne. Improve your reading and writing skills while adding a touch of technology to enhance your author study. Discover which author writes adventure stories, about dreams, games, and more! |
| SCH487 or YOU059 |
Exploring Archaeology in Maryland |
This hands-on experience explores the interdisciplinary nature of archaeology. Using history, science, and mathematics, together with mapping techniques and critical thinking, you will work at a historic 18th or 19thcentury site in Montgomery County. Instructor: Tara Tetrault |
| YOU096 |
Express Yourself through the World of Books! |
In this interactive class, you will discover all that books have to offer by studying the elements that make up a great story. Learn about the literary elements: plot, mood, theme, characterization, conflict, symbolism, point-of-view, irony, and imagery. Use the computer to research the different elements and find examples of the stories you read. Finally, create your own storybook that reflects your own personal interests, while integrating literary elements you have learned. |
| YOU101 or YOU102 |
Fiction Writing Workshop |
Learn to write fiction! This class gives you the nuts and bolts of writing great stories. We'll focus on the short story but will cover techniques that work for writing novels, screenplays, flash fiction, and more. This workshop-style class includes writing exercises, interactive discussions, and assignments that take you from initial brainstorm to finished draft. Topics include structure, plot, voice, setting, character, dialogue, and sentence-level revision--plus tips on how to get your story published! |
| SCH095 |
Geometry |
For students who will take geometry or honors geometry in the upcoming school year. Topics covered include properties of two- and three-dimensional geometry shapes and development of mathematical arguments about geometric relationships. |
| YOU086 or YOU087 or YOU088 or YOU089 |
Germantown Baseball Summer Camp |
 The Montgomery College Germantown Baseball Camp stresses the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, pitching, throwing, base running, and all of the important aspects of the game. All levels of abilities are welcome. Teamwork and Sportsmanship will be stressed. Campers will be placed with their appropriate level of play. Come join us at Gryphon Park for an exciting week of baseball, games, swimming, and fun.
For more information contact Coach Rascher at 240-678-0279 |
| YOU090 or YOU091 or YOU092 or YOU093 |
Germantown Softball Summer Camp (girls only) |
 Montgomery College Germantown is offering its 1st Softball Camp for girls, ages 8–14. The camp will be directed by the 2008 Baltimore Sun & Digital Sports Coach of the Year, Paul O’Brien from Pallotti High School. Camp will stress the fundamentals of playing the game of softball in hitting, fielding, base running, and pitching.
For more information contact Coach Rascher at 240-678-0279 |
| YOU050 |
Getting Ready for Kindergarten |
This course is designed for children who will be entering kindergarten in the fall. Learn to interact and socialize with other children in an educational environment. This course will focus on reading, writing, and mathematical skills which are commonly taught in the kindergarten classroom. Children will have fun while preparing for the transition into elementary school. Instructor: Lisa Rule |
| SCH181 or SCH469 |
GURL Power |
Come join us for our FUN two-week camp session filled with creative and interesting projects designed especially for middle school girls! Create cool digital graphics and design your own Web sites while using your creativity and sense of style. Our two-week camp will include field trips to see how technology is being used in interesting and exciting ways. Meet with invited guests to explore technology careers, and include time for swimming, art, and other cool stuff. |
| SCH842 |
Hands On Art: Exploring New Territory |
Explore texture and pattern. Combine wet and dry mediums, splash or pour paint, then make a design and cut it up to make a picture from the pieces. Paint a still life in a new way. Draw with paint and draw in paint. Use surprising colors in your work. Design a fantasy castle or fantasy tree. Piet Mondrian created a distinct style of painting hard edge designs; do a logo of your name in this style. Learn to develop your creativity by following your impulses to become more spontaneous. Acrylic and tempera paint will be used—bring an old T-shirt in case the paint drips! Instructor: Myra Maslowsky |
| YOU057 |
Intensive Creative Writing Workshop |
This exciting class is for kids who are self-motivated writers. The course will not focus on a particular form of writing, but rather on developing and pursuing creative and original ideas for writing in any genre the writers are interested in. The young writers will work on developing pieces of interest to them during computer time. Writing games and exercises will focus on specific issues. Each day will include a group critique that looks at the specific issues of what they are working on. Class stresses learning to talk about writing like writers and to read like writers. Discussions of structure, rhythm of language, good word choice, imagery, ways of communicating, where ideas come from, and the publishing world and how it works will all be included during the class. Bring your lunch. Instructor: Sallie Lowenstein |
| YOU110 |
Jazz Workshop for High School Students |
 Study jazz improvisation, music theory and arranging, and jazz history under the direction of professional educators and jazz musicians. Participate in a variety of large and small group ensembles with frequent showcase opportunities throughout the week. The focus of this workshop is on the development of individual skills. |
| YOU010 or YOU052 |
Jewelry Making |
Explore several beading techniques. Learn to string beads to make a variety of necklaces, anklets, and bracelets. Discover the world of Memory Wire, and learn how to make colorful, exciting pieces using the peyote and spiral stitches. Instructor: Emily Aumaitre |
| YOU063 |
Joy of Art: 20th Century Artists |
 Joy of Art: 20th Century Artists. Come and play with the likes of Picasso, O’Keefe, Matisse, Oldenburg, Kahlo, and Goldsworthy. Art = fun!! |
| YOU067 |
Joy of Art: Calling All Weavers and Crafters |
Joy of Art: Calling All Weavers and Crafters. Joy of Art campers love to weave. Here’s a chance to learn new skills in weaving as well as craftmaking using earth-friendly materials, tools, and techniques. |
| YOU062 |
Joy of Art: Galloping Galapagos |
Joy of Art: Galloping Galapagos. Iguanas, Boobies, Tortoises, Flamingos...Celebrate the fantastic and inspiring creatures of the Equator through painting, sculpture, collage, and more. |
| YOU066 |
Joy of Art: Me and My Community |
Joy of Art: Me and My Community. President Obama can’t do it all alone. Neither can we. It takes a community to bring out the artistic gifts in each of us. Enjoy self- and collaborative expressions in many media, including masks, self portraits, and urban streetscapes. |
| SCH416 |
Keyboarding for Computers |
It’s not too soon to learn basic keyboarding skills. Don’t get caught in the hunt-and-peck method trap! Using state-of-the-art computer tools, learn correct finger position so you will be an efficient computer operator. One student per IBM-compatible computer. Instructor: Barbara Thorn. |
| YOU108 |
Making 3D Models |
The Game Industry is about to become the 2nd largest entertainment industry in this country. So who wants to be a game maker? Do you have any idea of what is involved in the production of games? Do you know if you have any of the skills needed? Here is your chance to find out. Learn the four elements of making a good game: 1.) an idea, 2.) a character, 3.) programming to create behavior and movement, and 4.) voices and sounds. Learn to work with some of these components to create objects and characters. Add some sound and maybe some motion. It would be good if you have had Algebra and are not afraid to sketch. Instructor: Calvin Edwards |
| SCH740 |
Master Your Presentations |
Wow your classmates! Learn to write and present your speeches using the latest technology. By working individually and in small groups you will learn to inform, persuade, and entertain while mastering Microsoft PowerPoint, Publisher, and inspiration software. Instructor: Anita Blank |
| SCH982 |
Mastering Writing Techniques |
Do you want an opportunity to improve your writing skills? If you are an avid reader or a serious writer, then this course is for you. Examine samples of children’s books by famous writers. Learn how they use figurative language to create masterful works of art. Share ideas and critique works by your peers. Then create your very own masterpiece. |
| SCH691 |
Math Logic |
Develop math skills in logic and problem solving with challenging activities and games. A variety of hands-on activities will sharpen mathematical wits and deepen critical- thinking, problem-solving, and logical-reasoning skills. Have fun with math, use calculators and computers, play with math games, and explore real world mathematics problems. Graphing projects, manipulatives, cooperative activities, and learning math through art are included. Instructor: Anita Blank |
| SCH895 |
Math Magic |
The magic of mathematics is everywhere! Explore a variety of math concepts through computers, hands-on activities, games, and books. This adventure will weave through many topics of math to improve math skills. Understanding concepts, using strategies, and problem solving increase math competence. Will this math motivation go beyond this class? |
| SCH538 |
Mathematics Fun |
Did you know that every time you throw a pair of dice or play cards you are relying on mathematical probability? Did you realize that when you bake your favorite recipe, measurements are involved? Even ordering a pizza can lend itself to a variety of mathematical applications, besides fractions. If you want to experience the many fun applications that mathematics plan in our everyday lives, then this class is for you. |
| YOU026 |
Mixed-Media Adventures |
In this camp, you are encouraged to use a variety of different mediums. Create a paper mosaic of a dragon in a fantasy habitat or an animal in their environment. Sculpt an abstract sculpture or build a space station with clay and other fun stuff. Create a collage and write something about it. Continue this story or make other collages creating a book of short stories. Choose a color scheme for your next painting from a color wheel; then do your painting using a mixture of different mediums. Make a necklace with beads or airplanes with paper. Draw with colored pencils, ink and magic markers. Acrylic and tempera paint will be used--bring an old T-shirt in case the paint spatters! |
| SCH986 |
Movement and Dance for the Young Actor |
Movement and dance are important aspects of the art of acting, so if you want to act, this is the course for you. Explore the body and movement techniques as applied to movement improvisation and elements of dance. Learn how to communicate through movement including relaxation, coordination and alignment, and spatial relationships. Explore movement in tribal, ballet, and modern dance and choreograph your own movement/dance piece to music of your choice. There will be individual and group exercises |
| YOU118 |
NASA: Journey into Outer Space! |
From our Earth's atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, this hands-on program sends you on a quest for exploration! Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Learn about the four forces of flight, the challenges of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch! |
| SCH802 |
Newsletter Writing |
Gather the news, graphics, headlines, etc. and prepare a two-page newsletter that spreads good news to your class, school, family, or community. Discover interesting topics and write articles to inform and excite your readers. Using state-of-the-art computers, learn how to create columns, insert graphics, compose headlines, and understand the importance of proofreading your work. Instructor: Barbara Thorn |
| SCH524 |
Number Sense |
Gain a better understanding of number concepts, number operations, and the application of numbers. Learn to make mathematical judgements and develop useful strategies for handling numbers and number operations. Explore number patterns, develop mental computation skills, and learn to recognize the reasonableness of numbers while improving your estimation skills. |
| YOU121 |
Ooey, Gooey, & Yummy |
Learn all about static electricity...Watts that? Let your taste buds sour with tantalizing tastes. Get slimed! Things are not always as they appear as you'll see with optical illusions. What makes the world go round? It's magnetic power! Light rays and dyes...what's the difference? How is cotton candy made?It's heat of course! What's that? I didn't hear you...find out how sound travels. |
| YOU015 |
Paint, Paint, Paint |
Explore your creative side by doing fun art projects. Paint a design on your own T-shirt, experiment with different mediums and learn new techniques. Play with sculpty and work with beads. Use oil pastels or inks to create a picture of the weather such as fog, rain storm, hot sun, tornadoes, or snow. Discover artist Winslow Homer and how he used color to make things appear near or far. Design a flat painting. Examples will be shown. Acrylic and tempera paint will be used. Bring an old T-shirt that can take dripping paint! |
| SCH988 |
Phonics Fun—Level 1 |
Get a jump start in school by developing the prerequisite skills necessary for learning to read. Get help understanding the letter–sound relationship in the written language by learning to recognize, hear, reproduce, and manipulate letter sounds in words. Learn these prerequisite skills in a fun, interactive, and highly engaging manner while gaining a life-long love of learning and reading. This course is packed full of hands-on activities that address the different ways we learn. Enjoy songs, games, movement, manipulatives, and computer-based activities that will improve your readiness to read while having fun! This course is perfect for preschool students entering kindergarten, emergent readers, second-language learners, and others who have not yet made these phonemic awareness connections. |
| YOU081 |
Phonics Fun—Level 2 |
Get a jump start to the school year by developing the prerequisite skills necessary for learning to read. Get help understanding the letter-sound relationship in the written language by learning to recognize, hear, reproduce, and manipulate letter sounds in words. Learn these prerequisite skills in a fun, interactive, and highly engaging manner while gaining a life-long love of learning and reading. This course is packed full of hands-on activities that address the different ways we learn. Enjoy songs, games, movement, manipulatives, and computer-based activities that will improve your readiness to read while having fun! This course is perfect for students entering first or second grade, emergent readers, second-language learners, and others who have not yet made these phonemic awareness connections. |
| YOU084 |
Playing with Shakespeare |
Are you sometimes confused when you try to read Shakespeare? Crack open the meaning of his verse by learning to play with the language. Learn to look for clues in the text to help the words make sense. But, we won't stop at working with our heads. We will discover the joy of making the verse come alive by acting it out with our bodies. If you already love Shakespeare, you will really enjoy digging into his work with our lively activities. This class is suitable for students at all levels of experience. |
| SCH996 |
Poetry, Read It, Understand It, Enjoy It! |
Does poetry frustrate you—or do you love it? Are you uncomfortable with it--or does it speak to you in a personal way? Either way, this class is for you. Participate in relaxed, creative activities within a friendly atmosphere, and experience poems that will relate to your own life, feelings, and imagination. Read with greater understanding and expand your appreciation of the language of poetry. Discover and celebrate what poetry offers-and maybe even find the poetic soul within you. |
| SCH001 |
Pre-Algebra |
For students who will take Math A, B, C, or IM (or other similar courses) in the upcoming school year. It is also a good review course for future Algebra I students. Topics covered include order of operations, decimals, fractions, percents, pattern, relations, and introduction to functions. |
| SCH097 |
Pre-Calculus |
For students who will take Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus with Analysis, IB Pre-Calculus, or IB Math Studies. Topics covered include trigonometry, vectors, sequences, and series. |
| SCH032 |
Puppets, Poetry, and Prose |
You may decide to animate your choice of more than 175 hand puppets, or you can make one with a spoon, bag, and scrap puppets (cut and paste, no sewing). Present fun poetry and prose (such as plays) alone or in a cooperative group. Explore telephone poems, alphabet stories, and the elements of playwriting. |
| SCH909 |
Reading Adventures |
Travel to many exciting places through the magic of books. Reading, vocabulary, and comprehension skills will be increased through discussions, writing, and art projects. Come journey through the adventures of reading! |
| YOU112 |
Red Hot Robots |
Learn about the uses of robots in the world. spend time playing with our super cool red-hot robots.Use your skills to build your very own working robot to take home to "live" with you. Experiment with different robot designs and invent your own robot using recycled materials. Investigate the differences between humans and their robot counterparts. Experiment with super cool robots such as soccer robot, a line tracker, a hyper peppy, and a robotic arm. |
| YOU098 or YOU099 |
Rockville Summer Baseball Camp |
 Montgomery College Baseball Camp is open for baseball players to improve throwing, hitting, base running, pitching and practice games. Athletes should be between the ages of 7 - 14. Lunch is not provided.
For further information, please contact: Coach O'Conor 240-567-7985 or robert.oconor@montgomerycollege.edu. |
| YOU097 |
Rockville Summer Softball Camp, Ages 15 - 18 (Girls only) |
 Montgomery College Softball camp is open for female softball players to improve on their pitching, hitting, and base running. Athletes should be between ages 15-18. Camp is from 9-5 pm. and lunch is not provided. For further information please contact: LeeAnn Serls or Coach Jerry Watkins. They can be reached via email : Signman66@comcast.net and ribbon91@msn.com or at the office phone 240-567-4157. |
| YOU100 |
Rockville Women's Basketball Camp, Ages 7-14 (Girls only) |
 ATHLETES in this camp will participate in drills to improve agility, speed, basketball I.Q., conditioning, and shooting. They will also
participate in a three point contest, dunking contest, and full court game. Scrimmages will include offense and defense strategies, out of bound plays, full court press, and exploiting the trap. For more information, contact Coach McMiller at 240-567-7588 or ladysharpshooters3223@yahoo.com |
| YOU116 |
Science in Motion! |
Discover how things move with science. Take apart pellets to see what an owl cannot digest! View the world through a camera obscura that you make yourself. Join a team of camper engineers and build bridges, domes, cubes, and pyramids. Assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults, and simple machines. Make your own sidewalk chalk, crystal gardens, and chromatography-dyed T-shirt. |
| YOU117 |
Science in Motion! |
Discover how things move with science. Take apart pellets to see what an owl cannot digest! View the world through a camera obscura that you make yourself. Join a team of camper engineers and build bridges, domes, cubes, and pyramids. Assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults, and simple machines. Make your own sidewalk chalk, crystal gardens, and chromatography-dyed T-shirt. |
| SCH034 |
Science Potpourri |
Delve into a variety of hands-on science activities. Explore the “magic” of magnets and electricity. Complete experiments with balls, vibration, salination, and more. Have fun learning about the scientific process and how to create a valid experiment for your science fair project. |
| SCH434 |
Smithsonian Museum Tours (SMT) |
 Get excited about world discoveries! Tour eight to ten of the seventeen Smithsonian Museums. Visit the IMAX Theatre and Einstein Planetarium. Learn about Art, Zoology, Sculptures, Air and Space, Natural History, American History, and other cultures. |
| YOU071 |
SOS for High School Students |
Learning good study habits now will lay the groundwork for successful work habits as an adult. SOS is designed to provide background knowledge, resource materials, and suggestions that will relieve academic distress and help you optimize your success as a lifelong learner. This course is academic relief at your fingertips!! Learn to use academic and practical tools to increase your likelihood for success, including organizational tools, time management techniques, test preparation and test-taking strategies, note-taking guidance and/or personal responsibility tips. |
| YOU070 or YOU072 |
SOS for Middle School Students |
Learning good study habits now will lay the groundwork for successful work habits as an adult. SOS is designed to provide background knowledge, resource materials, and suggestions that will relieve academic distress and help you optimize your success as a lifelong learner. This course is academic relief at your fingertips!! Learn to use academic and practical tools to increase your likelihood for success, including organizational tools, time management techniques, test preparation and test-taking strategies, note-taking guidance, and personal responsibility tips. |
| SCH197 |
SOS: Learning to Learn |
This strengthening of Skills (SOS) study skills program will teach you the five essential tools of learning: listening, note taking, memory, time management, and test taking. These skills are vital to your success! Find out how you learn best and master specific techniques to improve your learning performance. Take a pre-test to determine your learning style and skill levels, and a post-test to document your achievement. Results will be mailed home. Learn how to work and study smarter! (The SOS program, developed by Lynn O’Brien, Ph.D. is offered in partnership with Specific Diagnostic Studies. This program has been developed locally and is currently distributed nationally by an arm of the U.S. Department of Education.). |
| YOU095 |
Spelling: What’s All the Buzz About? |
In this class, you will explore a range of vocabulary. Each day will focus on a new theme that will include activities and games such as: word scrambles, word searches, matching words to sounds, art projects and much more. Discover multiple ways of learning new vocabulary and become master spellers. Using multiple intelligences in hands-on activities, you’ll learn to enhance the development of your mind! By the end of the course, you will be a spelling “BEE” who knows what the Buzz is all about. |
| SDT001 |
Summer Dinner Theatre (Ages 16 and up) |
 Summer Dinner Theatre is an educational experience that focuses on producing musical theatre in a dinner theatre setting. In this intensive 11-week course, we present two major musicals, giving 15 public performances and serving more than 5,000 meals. We look for students who are talented, willing to work hard, and have some theatrical experience. Although Summer Dinner Theatre is a college-level course, we encourage talented high school students and interested community members to audition and/or interview for the course. Scholarships are available. Students can earn back some of the tuition costs through a work option which includes working during dinner (waiting tables, setting-up, etc.) Please go to our Web site www.montgomerycollege.edu/sdt for complete information. If you prefer, you may call 240-567-7676 for information. Performance auditions and technical position interviews will be held May 8-10, 2009. You must audition and/or interview prior to registering for class. Classes and rehearsals are held Monday through Friday in the evening with some special rehearsals being scheduled on weekends before public performances begin. Public performances will be on weekends, June 19 through July 26. The 2009 shows are Cabaret and All Shook Up. Summer Dinner Theatre is held in the Theatre Arts Building on the Rockville Campus. |
| SCH377 |
Summer Science Camp for Girls |
An all-girls camp designed to get girls excited about scientific discoveries. Learn about various scientific fields. Interact with female science mentors. Be a detective everyday and conduct hands-on science experiments. Take a tour of Montgomery College’s Health Sciences Center and discover the programs offered there. Camp Director: Karen Marshall |
| SCH391 |
Summer Student Writing Institute |
 The Summer Student Writing Institute recognizes and encourages aspiring writers by giving them instruction in the writing process. The average student/instructor ratio in this class is 13/1. Each group will be taught by two Writing Project teacher/consultants who are acknowledged as outstanding teachers of writing. The purpose of the Summer Writing Institute is to immerse participants in the writing process used by professional writers. A variety of activities—including directed instruction, free writing time, peer sharing and interviewing—fosters students’ creativity and enjoyment of writing. Students are encouraged to write from their own experience. All Institute participants will contribute one original piece to a final class publication. |
| SCH415 |
Super Sleuths Meet the Challenge |
Everyone loves riddles and mysteries. Join the investigative team and delve into tricky, complex pieces of literature. Collect and sift through clues to discover what’s hidden in the pages. Sharpen your critical reading and creative thinking skills. Use your creative talents to match wits and create an extraordinary summer adventure. Instructor: Sandra Freeman. |
| YOU018 |
Super Software Mania |
Want to create exciting class reports? Discover how the correct software can help you get the job done. PowerPoint allows you to design snazzy book reports or super science presentations. Excel spreadsheets help you create tables, graphs, and charts as you play with numbers. Whether it’s school or family newsletters...greeting cards or invitations...Publisher is your creative tool. If you have a basic understanding of how to use the Windows operating system, join us to navigate in the Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Publisher environments to quickly and efficiently create and format professional-looking documents, calendars, newsletters, greeting cards, flyers, presentations, and much more. |
| YOU107 |
The New Doll House |
Pick a person, any person—short, tall, 5 years old or a basketball player. Now you decide what they are going to wear to the stock market, to the vegetable market, to the sports arena, on the “Red Carpet”. You decide the fabric, the style of the garment, the setting, and the interior decoration. All these things make up fashion and you will decide what is hot and what is not for your client. In this class, you will look at the three major areas that make up the concept of style. Create fabric patterns, design sample garments and decorate an environment to showcase your work and promote your name. Learn to create a room in 3D space just like the professionals. Learn how Interior Designers showcase their work, and work with computers in the same way that professional designers do to create fashion. Instructor: Calvin Edwards |
| YOU055 |
The Propaganda Pie |
The Propaganda Pie will examine techniques used in the power of persuasion in the media, politics, and film. Through exciting, dramatic group exercises you will develop and share your unique skills. Join Ms. Wallace, the Mistress of Critical Thinking, for this new cutting-edge course. If pie is your thing, then this course will surely sweeten your mental appetite. Instructor: Allega Coates Wallace |
| YOU049 |
Theatre Arts and Design |
Have you ever seen a play and wondered how that amazing set was built? How those costumes got put together? How the makeup looked so real? Have you ever wanted to try creating those things for yourself? Then, look no further! This course is designed for you! Explore the theatre arts and learn the basics of costume, makeup, and scenery. Work on individual and group projects such as designing costumes for a play of your choice, putting on stage make up, and drawing three-dimensional sets. A brief history of theatre will be given and you will be encouraged to develop both your skills and imagination. Instructor: Natalie Blank |
| SCH993 |
Think Quik! |
Think Quik! is a series of creative problem-solving opportunities that are sure to increase the speed and accuracy of your thought processing. Thinking is, without a doubt, the most important skill you will learn in your entire school career. That’s right! What you think, how you think, and how quickly you can turn your thoughts into action will determine your success or failure. |
| YOU061 |
Turbo-Charge Your Memory |
Learn to memorize and recall information. Practice techniques to help improve your academic performance. It’s challenging and fun! |
| SCH797 |
Video Production |
Have you ever wanted to produce a video? This is your opportunity. Working together in a creative and respectful learning environment, learn to identify and describe the functions of standard video equipment. Describe the positions involved in creating a finished product. Examine the components of an effective commercial, and design a storyboard that follows a script written to clearly communicate information to an audience. Learn the functions and operation of a digital camera and how to accurately control the image and audio settings. Work with sample raw footage to learn the editing process. Use editing software to develop a finished and polished clip. Prerequisite: Computer Programming, GURL Power, and/or Web Design. Instructor: David Hill |
| YOU069 |
Video Script Writing |
Have you ever wanted to put words in someone else’s mouth? Learn the art of writing plays and how to develop a script using your own creativity! Begin by looking at plays (reading and writing) and then write your own script for short video clips. |
| YOU109 |
Volleyball Camp |
 Coaches will instruct players on individual skills such as hitting, blocking, passing, setting and defense specialties. Players will learn to run multiple offenses and advanced defences.
For further information contact Coach Mafinejad at 240-567-4157 |
| SCH840 |
Web Design Camp for Boys and Girls |
Come join us for our FUN two-week camp session filled with creative and interesting projects designed especially for middle school students! Create cool digital graphics and design your our Web site while using your creativity and sense of style. Basic computer familiarity required! |
| SCH359 |
Who Done It? |
Are you interested in becoming part of a criminal investigative team? Can you follow a trail of evidence that leads to solving an unsolved case? Well, WHO DONE IT INVESTIGATIONS welcomes you to our fourth summer investigation team. Come and see if your analytical skills can help bring a criminal to justice. Learn how to follow a trail of evidence from interviewing skills to how to conduct research. Computer access included. Instructor: Allega Coates Wallace |
| YOU051 |
Who Done It—Part II |
This summer, take a trip to remember on the haunted cruise ship Lady Martha. Enjoy your travels through the Southern Caribbean as she stops in five ports of call you’ll never forget. Meet people from all over the world who, just like you, are thrilled at solving the most complex case. Instructor: Allega Coates Wallace |
| YOU054 |
Whose Line Is It Anyway? |
Do you enjoy watching “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” Do you ever wish that you could be a pro at improvisation, just like those actors? Well, look no further! Join us and learn the secrets behind great improv, as well as techniques to become better at the craft of acting! If you want to learn how to develop characters, play cool games, and ace your future acting auditions, this course is for you! Breathing techniques, method acting, and film analysis will also be reviewed. What are you waiting for? Sign up today! Instructor: Natalie Blank |
| YOU082 |
Write Sense-itively |
Create exciting, lively writing by tuning in to your senses. Develop your powers of observation as you sharpen your writing skills. Enjoyable games and creative activities will lead you into composing vivid descriptions and stories that will show your unique world to others. The instructor will spend time guiding each student toward a polished piece built on fresh, vibrant sensory detail. |
| SCH991 |
Writing for the SAT |
Prepare for the writing section of the SAT. Analyze typical SAT essay prompts and sample responses, and heighten your comfort with the testing situation. Learn to support your opinions by using your own experiences and readings to accomplish the task of writing to a persuasive prompt. Using logical thinking, enhance your awareness of the structure of your arguments and avoid fallacies in reasoning. Practice writing the parts of an essay, composing entire essays, and revising and evaluating your own writing and that of your peers. Increase your ability to write in timed situations. Add rhetorical strategies to your repertoire of writing skills and improve your understanding of standard English usage through direct instruction and practice. |
| YOU083 or YOU094 |
Writing Just for Fun |
Do you enjoy creative writing? Do you like taking flights of fancy? Multiply your fun in this class, where you can spark the imagination of your classmates by helping to invent amusing short pieces with other budding writiers. You’ll play some writing games, create small writings on your own, and also get lots of new story ideas for your personal enjoyment. |
| SCH140 |
Young Artist Program |
Paint using different color schemes, work in the style of a master or copy their work, and do a palette knife painting. Carve a clay relief or facial expressions, do a painting using the cracked wax effect, and explore different techniques for painting skies and trees. Learn about Ndebele murals in Africa and do your own design for a mural using their style. Learn about the work of Georgia O’Keeffe, Picasso, and Vincent Van Gogh. Acrylic and tempera paint will be used. Bring an old T-shirt or smock—when painting with passion, it splashes everywhere! |
| SCH379 or SCH433 |
Young Scientists’ Academy |
 Learn how to be a scientist. Investigate problems and solve mysteries. Discover new and exciting scientific concepts. Design and participate in scientific experiments. Tour the various Health Science programs at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. In this exciting six-week academy, you will learn about biological research and careers in the health sciences. You will also study language and math and develop your problem solving and critical thinking skills. Instructors: Ijeoma Otigbuo and Karen Marshall |
