Summer Camp
with Science FUN
Spend the summer learning more about our planet, exploring it's natural wonders and get involved in saving it!
When a summer at Camp Dscovery
and an adventure trip of your choice
See the Science Fair page for details
Camp Discovery at Mt. Calvary Holy Church is back with an all new line up for 2011 that's sure to excite curious scientist ages three to thirteen.
Our 2011 lineup includes programs for preschoolers, gifted/honors students, campers with special needs and science exploration trips. Summer will never be the same!
Come and discovery the world of science at Camp Discovery!
Test your science
knowledge and win
About Camp Discovery . . .
At Camp Discovery our goal is to make learning fun by keeping children actively engaged through hands-on, minds-on learning. We use the natural curiosity of children to explore age appropriate science topics and mathematical principles. Our recipe for guaranteed participant delight is the combination of scientific concepts, experimental processes, surprising materials, creativity, character education and LOT'S OF SUMMER FUN. Children share in science discovery while being introduced to science concepts through hands-on experiments, activities and take-home science projects. Our programs reinforce the five core knowledge areas of science: Life Science, Physics, Chemistry, Space/Earth Science and Technology. Sessions also include language arts and mathematical components which are created to enrich and empower children to reach their full potential.
How Does Our Program Work . . .
We use science as the bases to work on all the major area's of learning over the summer.
* In order to complete scientific process campers must READ and COMPREHEND the information provided
* By working with their peers participants gain SOCIAL and LANGUAGE skills
* Most science projects and experiments require the use of MATH functions to succesfully complete them
* Even though we are an academic based program we still spend 50% of the summer engaging in traditional
summer day camp activites such as swimming, field trips and arts and Crafts.
Read What Parents Have To Say About Us
Storybook Science program is designed to encourage a young childs curiosity, increase sensory awareness, and provide an introduction to basic science concepts. We combine both early literacy and science skills to build a program that is fun, exciting and educational! In each session a series of storybooks set the stage for fun activities and investigations that spark campers curiosity and creativity. Activites include experimenting with light and shadows, mixing concoctions, exploring nature, and learning about animals.
We encourage family participation with weekly take home activity packs.
Ponds and Sea's
June 20th - July 1st
Let's go under water to see what we can "sea". We will begin this session by creating our own pond habitat to explore and recreate the books that we read. We will discover what lives in a shell, how frogs grow, where do pearls come from and how do dolphins talk.
Books include: Growing Frogs, What's In A Pond, Turtle Splash, Who's In The Sea and Joshua By The Sea
SUMMER IS HERE!
June 15th - 17th
Kick off the summer with lots of fun. This short week will help our youngest campers get acclimated to camp and making new friends.
This session is subject to change as make up days for inclement weather are added to the 2010-2011 school year calendar.
Bugs, Beetles, and Butterflies
July 5th - 15th
Young Explorers will learn to recognize some insect friends of our garden, and follow their life cycles from egg to adult. Their shapes, color patterns and behavior. We will watch insects crawl, hop, fly, wiggle, and swim; During this session campers spend time exploring our vegetable garden and butterfly bushes. Books for this session include:
The Hungary Catepillar, Jacks Garden, The Grouchy Ladybug, Hey Little Ant, The Beetle Alphabet Book
Rates and Fee's
Registration $50
Weekly rate $85
Camp Hours 7:15am - 5:45pm
2 week session rate $160
1/2 Day option $60 weekly
Mommy and Me option $50
*Special Needs call for pricing*
Are You My Mother
July 18th - 29th
**Mommy and Me Option This Week*
We use the timeless classic "Are you my mother" to introduce children to the world of baby animals and their mothers. We explore different animal types, different habitats and unique animal characteristics. Students will even make there on book asking the question Are you my mother. Books for this session are: Are you my mother, Mama do you love, Animal babies in polar lands, Animal babies A to Z and Global babies
Science Adventures
August 1st - 12th
Do you like mixing ingredients together to make potions? Then this is the camp for you! First, we must collect and sort ingredients by using scientific tools. Then, using the ingredients we collect, we will invent our own potion recipes (including edible treats), simple machines and artwork. Experiment, observe, discover, and play! Books this session include:
The holes in your nose, Water and Air Is All Around You
Mommy and Me Science Camp
August 15th - 19th
This camp is designed for all children under 5 and a parent (an adult). Each Day we read a book from the Lets read and find out science series, complete a science activity and an arts activity based on the book and end the day with a fun snack
Camp hours 9-1230 Space for this camp is limited
Monday - Clouds
Tuesday - Ant Cities
Wednesday - What's Alive
Thursday - Volcanoes
Friday - Pop! A Book of bubbles
This session is $50
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At Camp Discovery we believe that students learn best by doing, so there's no better way to discover the world around them than thru creative science investigation. We will use hands on activites to explore the science seeds and plants, weather, animal habitats and more.
SUMMER IS HERE! June 15th - 17th
Kick off the summer with lots of fun. This short week will help campers get acclimated to camp and making new friends.
This session is subject to change as make up days for inclement weather are added to the 2010-2011 WSFC School year calendar.
June 20th - June 24th
June 27th - July 1
Winds, Weather and Water
July 5th - July 8th
Edible Science
July 11th - July 15th
Gizmos and Gadgets
July 18th - July 22nd
Things That Go BOOM
July 25th - July 29th
Sandwhich Bag Science
August 1st - 5th
Imagination Station
August 8th - 12th
Slime and Goo
Science Investigation
August 22nd - 24th
Camp hours 7:15am - 5:45pm
Tuition rate does not include field trips and weekly swimming fee
WE ARE GOING GREEN
This summer we are happy to announce the development of a community garden that will be planted and cultivated by our camp family. We will use the garden to supply fresh produce but also as a hands on tool to learn many scientific principles.
Field Trip Schedule and Cost Camp Registration
field trips 2011
This summer we will connect with classrooms around the world to discuss and colaborate on projects that affect our environment and our lives
The earth is our most precious commodity! Earth Watch focuses on the natural wonders of the earth, its vast resources and what we can do to save it. Students will visit a natural wonder on every continent that is endangered as well as endangered species. We will work together to discover new ways to grow food, produce fuel and reduce waste. The highlight of this camp is an environmental project that students will design and implement over the course of the summer with the help of our staff.
Kick off the summer with lots of fun. This short week will help our campers get acclimated to camp and making new friends.
Eco-Explorations
Habbitat Hoppers
Endangered Species
August 15th -19th
Natural Disasters
A Science Celebration
Ready, Set, Grow
Tuirion rate does not include field trips or weekly swim fees
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are the four domains that make up a STEM program. Camp Discovery is a member of the National STEM Education Coalition and this summer we are pleased to offer a very rigorous STEM camp for campers in grades 5-8 who are up to the challenge. In conjunction with regular summer camp activities campers will spend time doing laboratory exercises, hands-on activities, and field work. Students not only explore unique content, but they also learn science processes as they work individually or in groups to gather and interpret data and master STEM concepts. All STEM camp session emphasize inquiry-based learning, in which instructors facilitate students making their own great discoveries.
Additional discounts
Tution cost do not include field trips amd weekly swim fees
An Introduction To STEM!
Movie Science
Ecosystems and Biomes
Innovative Inventions
Hydroponics and Hydraulics
Wind and Solar Power
Zoology
Science Celebration
Win a free summer at camp!
See science fair page for details
Need Help?
Need help getting your child to reach their full scientific or mathmatic potental?
Contact us via email or twitter and we can help!
Educating Our Children
Parents all across our country are concerned about the quality of public education their children are receiving. Camp Discovery stands with parents in this fight and our programs are designed to keep students engaged and learning throughout the summer. Storybook Science address two skill sets literacy and critical thinking skills. Sensational Science and Earth Watch use exploration to gain confidence and master the scientific method. STEM Camp will challenge students to work above grade level and gain important academic skill sets. We are also here to offer support to parents who need help navigating the public education system (testing, special educations, IEP, etc.). We are here to help! We are available to come in and speak with parents and various organizations.
Science can be a wonderful way for children to gain confidence, explore their world and gain academic proficiency. If you are an organization, school, church or homeschool group who would like to form a science club please give us a call for more details
336-624-2640
If you missed it last year our adventure trips are back!
This Year we will explore Brevard, NC (also known as the land of waterfalls) and The Outer Banks.
$50 deposit is required for each trip and is due by May 31st, space is limited and will be given on a first come first bases.
All deposits are non-refundable .
The balance for Mountain Hike is due by June 20th
The balance for Outerbanks Excursion is due by July 15th
We will visit Brevard, NC (the land of waterfalls) to study fresh water streams, soil samples and weather patterns. We will experience the rush of sliding rock, explore a few of the more than 200 local waterfalls and the woodland habitat of Pisgah National Forest
Cost $150
includes transportation, lodging and meals
campers will need to buy their own dinner our last nigh and spending money is optional
The Outer Banks is rich in history and wildlife and we will explore both. We will visit historic light houses, the aquarium, Alligator River and Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. We will also take a guided canoe trip to get an up close view out a marshland habitat.
Cost $180
campers will need to buy their own dinner our last night and spending money is optional
Our Doors Are Open To Special Needs Campers . . .
Our program is designed to maximize a child's potential, locate and develop strengths and hidden abilities. We believe education encompasses both academic and social/emotional growth for each individual participant. We address these skill sets by working on camper's individual needs in conjunction with themed based group assignments. At Camp Discovery, we recognizing that every child has his own individual capabilities, the childs environment is structured in order that he is able to achieve his potential growth through the development of a positive self-concept. Emphasis is placed on self-respect and respect for others.
WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE . . .
* Each special needs camper has a personalized plan for the summer designed to coincide with their IEP or
other modifications
* Academic enrichment keeps skill sets sharp over the summer
* All of our activities are instructional by design to help children make important strides in their lives
* Our staff has a combined total of over 20 years of experience in education, social work, special education
and psychology
Have specific questions?
Give us call
Thank You For Your Interest In Camp Discovery!
When children walk through our door for the first time they immediately become part of the Camp Discovery family. We pride ourselves in fostering summer experiences that are academically sound and engaging to young minds. It is our sincere hope that your child gains knowledge, meets new friends and creates happy memories that will last for years to come.
Read what other parents have to say about us . . .
Latasha, the Director, was very helpful and always timely with emails and in returning phone calls. She always had time to talk to a parent regarding concerns that you may have had. Her staff was as friendly as she was and took time with each child. I loved to talk to my daughter every day to see what project they were working on for the week. I wanted my daughter to enjoy her summer but continue to learn as well. I was very pleased to find such a Sumer Camp that believed in this. I can truly say that I can see an improvement in her studying this year. I do owe a lot of that to Latasha and her staff. They made each child feel important and even when we see one of them since school has started they ask her how is she doing in school. I have never seen my daughter so excited about getting up and going to learn during her summer vacation. I have recommended the camp to others
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Field Trip Schedule and
Payments
We accept online payments through paypal. All transactions are secure and show up instantly. You do not need a paypal account to make a payment. You will be redirected to our paypal payment page. You will need to enter your payment amount. Transactions will appear on your statement as "learning and adventure payment". For assistances with online or credit card payments please call 336-624-2640.
* Eat a good breakfast
* Dress in comfortable clothing and tennis
shoes daily
* No halter tops, open toe sandals or Heelys
* Put on sunscreen and insect repellant
* Bring a lunch and a water bottle
* Leave all electronic devices at home
* Read group calendar every morning
* Bring sleeping bag & pillow for movie/rest time
We Are Hiring
Summer Camp Counselors
Volunteer Jr. Counselors
Earn Crosby Schoolars or
Volunteer Credits
2011 Registration Form
Our registration form can be completed as a PDF form and emailed to latasha_discoveryws.com or printed and faxed to 336-245-4670
Please feel free to contact us!
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We are pleased to announce our first annual Science Fair Contest. This contest is open to all students in grades 5 - 8. The winner of the contest will receive a scholarship to Camp Discovery STEM Camp and one of the over night science adventures.
In order to be accepted into this years fair students need to complete the entry form and return it by April 30th. Forms can be faxed to 336-245-4670, emailed to latasha_discoveryws.com. The science fair will take place May 14th from 11am - 1pm during open house. All contestants need to arrive by 10:30 to set up their display and to meet with the judges. A winner will be announced at 1pm.
Science Fair Requirements
There are two requirements for all science fair entries, a logbook, research essay and exhibit board.
Logbook: The logbook contains a dated account of everything that concerns the project. Every student is required to keep detailed notes, original observations and data from the experiment in the logbook. From the logbook comes the information that will be the basis for the research essay. The log book is approximately 20 points of the final project score.
Exhibit Board: The purpose of the display is to show what the student has done. The exhibit should be visually appealing, using color and photos(must not include your face) to convey the work accomplished by the student. Photographs that are dated and labeled are useful to relay the progress of the experiment, and/or the outcome of the experiment. The exhibit includes a component called an abstract, which is a one-page summary that states the purpose, hypothesis, procedures and conclusion of the project
This site gives details on how to construct a great science fair project
http://www.thesciencefair.com/guidelines.html
camp discovery 2011 science fair entry form
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