2016 DCPS Summer Opportunities
Local Academic & Enrichment Opportunities for DCPS Students!
Message from the Superintendent
On behalf of the School Board and Dinwiddie County Public Schools' staff, let me officially welcome you the 2016 summer of learning!
Throughout the school year our staff and students are afforded numerous opportunities to learn in new and innovative ways. The successes of these efforts have generated great interest in formally coordinating learning activities that take place during the summer months. In response to these requests, this booklet is intended to provide the Dinwiddie Community (students, staff, families, county administrators, residents, etc.) with a resource for accessing learning opportunities offered by numerous sponsors during the summer months.
I hope you will find this booklet to be a unique resource as you schedule your summer of learning. Please be certain to check back often as new activities will be added as they are submitted by event sponsors.
Thank you for your interest in the DCPS' Summer Opportunities of Learning. I look forward to hearing about your experiences and spending another summer learning alongside you.
Sincerely,
David W. Clark
Superintendent
FREE AUDIO
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SYNC - FREE SUMMER AUDIOBOOK PROGRAM
SYNC is a free summer audiobook program for teens 13+.
The 2016 season is May 5th - August 17th 2016.
SYNC 2016 will give away 30 titles - two paired audiobook downloads a week! A current young adult title along with a thematically paired classic or required summer reading title.
Sign up and be first to know when new titles are available to download at http://www.audiobooksync.com/.
Summer Reading
In light of that,
CLICK HERE: Prevent the Summer Slide to find links to e-Books, Virtual Field Trips, book suggestions and various summer reading programs. Some programs offer rewards for reading like free meals, books, even $10! Try one this summer or all of them!
SUMMER READING TOP PICKS:
AMERICAN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION releases 2016 Summer Reading lists. Each list is available to download for FREE!
http://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2016/05/alsc-releases-2016-summer-reading-
BARNES AND NOBLE SUMMER CHALLENGE
Kids Earn a Free Book!
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/kids/get-ready-for-bns-summer-reading-triathlon/
VSRA READERS" CHOICE AWARDS - Top Picks for Summer
VIRGINIA STATE READING ASSOCIATION wants to encourage young readers to become better acquainted with contemporary books with outstanding literary appeal, to broaden students’ awareness of literature as a life-long pleasure, to encourage reading aloud in classrooms as a means of introducing reading for pleasure, and to honor favorite books and their authors. https://www.vsra.org/vrc/
REDSKINS READ PROGRAM
Make Sure To Sign Kids Up For Redskins Read Across Richmond Program. Reading is important, but not just during the school year. The Redskins Read Program, which had a highly successful campaign last year – more than 11,000 students tracked more than 5 million minutes during the summer months – is now amping up once again.
FLYING SQUIRRELS SUMMER READING - "GO NUTS FOR READING"
The Richmond Flying Squirrels have teamed up with Richmond area schools & M & T Bank to promote literacy among elementary school students. Simply by reading eight books over two months, students can earn a free ticket to a Flying Squirrels game this summer!
http://www.milb.com/content/page.jsp?sid=t3410&ymd=20100302&content_id=8645088&vkey=team3
READ VIRGINIA
When children read what they enjoy, they learn to love reading and become better readers. The free summer reading programs at your public library will help your child keep reading and learning while having fun all summer long.
Greg Tang Math Summer Challenge
Are you looking for an activity that will allow your child to continue learning and have fun over the summer break? Then check out Greg Tang’s Summer Break Math Challenge! (http://gregtangmath.com/summer)
A math challenge game board for students to complete over the summer, using the online games and books. Students who complete the challenge can be entered into a prize drawing by their parent or teacher.
Tuesday, May 10, 2016, 08:00 AM
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The Quantile Framework for Mathematics
The Summer Math Challenge is a FREE math skills maintenance program based on grade-level standards that help prepare students for college and careers. The program is targeted to students who have just completed grades 1 through 7 and is designed to help kids retain math skills learned during the previous school year. From June 20th through July 29th parents will receive daily emails with fun activities and links to educational resources. When the program ends parents can print an award certificate to celebrate their child's summer math accomplishment!
Southside Health Careers Exploring Middle School Camp
The Southside Health Education Foundation is providing a one-of-a-kind camp that offers a unique experience to rising 7th, 8th and 9th graders (current middle school students). This day camp will give participants real-life experiences in health care and higher education around the Tri-Cities. This camp is sure to be an unforgettable experience for all participants!
Time: 9 am to 3 pm
Cost: $125 (includes lunch, snacks and supplies)
Location: Health South Rehabilitation Hospital of Petersburg
Participants: Rising 7th, 8th and 9th graders
There are a limited number of spaces available.
Complete this application to apply: 2016 Health Careers Explorers MS Summer Camp Application
No payment is due when you complete this application.
Students will be notified by May 27th if they are selected for this year’s camp.
Monday, Jun 20, 2016, 09:00 AM
95 Medical Park Boulevard, Petersburg, VA 23805, United States
Health Career Explorers Camp
The Southside Health Education Foundation is providing a one-of-a-kind camp that offers a unique health career exploration experience for rising 10th, 11th & 12th graders. This week long, half day camp will give participants real-life experiences in health care and higher education around the Tri-Cities.
Dates: July 11-15, 2016
Time: 9 am to Noon
Cost: $110
Location: John Tyler Community College- Chester Campus
Participants: Rising 10th, 11th & 12th Graders
Preference given to students residing in: Colonial Heights, Dinwiddie County, Hopewell, Petersburg, Prince George County, Southern Chesterfield County and Sussex County.
There are a limited number of spaces available.
Complete this application to reserve your space: 2016 Health Career Explorers Camp Summer Camp at JTCC July 10 2016!
Monday, Jul 11, 2016, 09:00 AM
John Tyler Community College - Chester Campus, Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, VA, United States
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
HOURS
The Garden is open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving Day, Dec. 24 & Dec. 25. Open Thursdays till 9 p.m. June - August.
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden - Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® Bricks
A big bumblebee weighing 60 pounds; a dramatic dragonfly with a three-and-a-half-foot wingspan; and a soaring seven-foot-tall red rose: these are just a few of the sculptures on display at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden May 27 – September 18, 2016, as part of Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® Bricks. Created with half-a-million LEGO bricks, the award-winning exhibit by New York artist Sean Kenney will feature 27 sculptures in 14 displays throughout the Garden. Cost is included in regular Garden admission.
Many of the sculptures are larger than life and highlight the inter-connectivity of all living things. For example, an over-sized hummingbird and flower demonstrate concepts of co-evolution. A centerpiece sculpture of an Eastern tiger swallowtail butterfly, built from 37,000 LEGO pieces, draws attention to protecting the habitat of Virginia’s State Insect. There’s even a chance for guests to be part of the exhibit with a photo opportunity built into a mosaic of a garden scene.
Fittingly, Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden’s passion is connecting people and plants to improve our community.
http://www.lewisginter.org/event/nature-connects-art-with-lego-bricks/
Friday, May 27, 2016, 09:00 AM
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Lakeside Avenue, Henrico, VA, United States
2016 Manufacturing & Technology Camp
Members of the 2015 winning team were Kevin Gallager of Atlee,Zary Vazquez of Prince George, Nicholas Daniel of Dinwiddie, Samuel Childress of Dinwiddie, Brianna Brown of Prince George, Kyah Yeager of Hopewell and Camille Tucker of Dinwiddie. Each student received a $500 scholarship.
The 2015 blue team was victorious!
2016 Manufacturing & Technology Camp
The mission of the camp is to introduce today's high school students to the manufacturing process through a variety of activities, including tours of local
manufacturers, hands on learning and lectures from industry professionals. Each of the teams are led by industry professionals that guide the students through their team projects.
The camp is FREE and open to rising 9th - 11th graders from Hopewell, Dinwiddie and Prince George High Schools thanks to sponsoring companies. Students whose parents work at any of the camp sponsors are also permitted to attend.
Where: ITAC Engineers & Constructors
Register online at www.dreamitdoitvirginia.com
Click Explore > Click Technology Camps
For sponsorship or volunteer information, contact Rachell at (804) 414-1131 or rpest@itac.us.com
Wednesday, Jul 27, 2016, 09:00 AM
13141 N Enon Church Rd, Chester, VA 23836, United States
JTCC LOCATIONS & DIRECTIONS
STEM-H in the Summer at JTCC
MSIC Camp Innovation @ JTCC
STEM-H in the Summer at John Tyler
In July and August, Tyler and its partners are holding classes and camps designed for upper elementary through high school students who want to discover more about science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health care.
Monday, Jul 11, 2016, 09:00 AM
John Tyler Community College - Chester Campus, Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, VA, United States
Announcing the Virginia CyberCamp 2016 Program
Virginia high school students will get the chance to learn about the cybersecurity industry during the summer.
The state is funding 32 "summer cybercamp" programs that will teach students about career opportunities in the fast-growing field.
The state education department says the camps will offer at least 70 hours of instruction. Students will get to participate in field trips and hear from guest speakers, among other activities.
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/news/news_releases/2016/03_mar09.shtml
LITTLE GENERALS FOOTBALL CAMP
Monday, Jun 6, 2016, 06:00 PM
Dinwiddie High School, Boisseau Road, Dinwiddie, VA, United States
BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP
Monday, Jun 20, 2016, 08:00 AM
Dinwiddie High School, Boisseau Road, Dinwiddie, VA, United States
GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP
Ages: 6-15 years old
Cost: $40.00 (registration starts April 18)
Info: (804) 564-7897
Tuesday, Jun 21, 2016, 06:00 PM
Dinwiddie High School, Boisseau Road, Dinwiddie, VA, United States
BABY GENERALS CHEER CAMP
The Baby Gens camp layout is going to be skill focused. DHS Varsity Cheerleaders will teach the baby Gens in a specific area each day, focusing on technique, stunts, tumbling, jumps and motions, and cheers!
- Monday: Neon Day! Wear your bright colors for the Stunt and Tumble clinic.
- Tuesday: Blackout Day! Wear all black for the Jumps and Motions clinic.
- Wednesday: Generals Day! Wear your navy and red for the Cheer and Dance clinic!
Ages: 5-12 years old
Cost: $40.00 (if registered by June 10)
For questions and additional information: Contact Coach Jarvis at (804) 469-4280 or dhsgeneralscheer@gmail.com
Monday, Jun 27, 2016, 05:00 PM
Dinwiddie High School, Boisseau Road, Dinwiddie, VA, United States
Check Us Out!
See our Facebook page for pictures, videos, and testimonials about the camp!
Dave Burton, Camp Director
(215) 694-2276
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LIFESEEDS SUMMER CAMP
BASKETBALL * FLAG FOOTBALL* BASEBALL * SOFTBALL * VOLLEYBALL
- Since 2001, Dave Burton has directed an amazing and successful summer camp in Southeastern PA. This summer, Dave is bringing this amazing experience to his home state - offering a week of LifeSeeds Summer Camp in Dinwiddie, VA!
- LifeSeeds is truly a special experience for kids of all ages. In addition to fundamental sports instruction and completition, campers will participate in a myriad of team building, leadership, and character development activities.
- Guest speakers and professional entertainment will be featured multiple times throughout the week. There will also be theme days, water activities, and pizza on Friday!
For more information and to register online go to www.kifeseeds.org
Monday, Jul 11, 2016, 09:00 AM
Dinwiddie High School, Boisseau Road, Dinwiddie, VA, United States
TRACK & FIELD SKILLS CLINIC SERIES
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Ages: 1st - 8th grade
Cost: FREE to Dinwiddie Students
Info: (757) 582-0087
SUMMER CAMP SERIES 1
Location: Eastside Community Enhancement Center
Monday, Jul 18, 2016, 09:00 AM
7301 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, Dinwiddie, VA 23803, United States
SUMMER CAMP SERIES II
Location: Eastside Community Enhancement Center
Monday, Jul 25, 2016, 09:00 AM
7301 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United States
SUMMER LEAGUE BASKETBALL - REGISTRATION
Cost: $35.00
Season: July
Location: Dinwiddie High School Gymnasium
For more information: http://www.dinwiddieva.us/index.aspx?NID=1159
Monday, May 16, 2016, 09:00 AM
7301 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA, United States
FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE SERIES
July 15 at the McKenney Town Square: Avengers Age of Ultron
August 5 at Eastside: Jurassic World
August 19 at the McKenney Town Square: Inside Out
September 2 at Eastside: Star Wars the Force Awakens
For more Information: http://www.dinwiddieva.us/index.aspx?nid=1085
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4-H Youth Development Camp
http://offices.ext.vt.edu/dinwiddie/programs/4h/index.html
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. 4-H, the largest comprehensive youth development program in the nation, educates young people, ages 5 to 18, through a variety of experiential techniques that encourage hands-on, active learning.
More than 20,000 adults and teens volunteer their time and energy annually to help youth experience 4-H. Our programs assist more than 170,000 Virginia youth discover and build on their own ability to make good decisions, manage resources wisely, work effectively with others, and communicate successfully. Our 4-H camping program is one of the largest in the country and provides character-building experiences to participants at our six 4-H educational centers.
Monday, Jul 18, 2016, 09:00 AM
15189 Airfield Rd, Wakefield, VA 23888, United States
Virginia Summer Camps outside of Dinwiddie County
For information: http://www.engineeringedu.com/store/index.phproute=information/information&information_id=56
George Mason University Opportunities
Summer Camps and Youth Programs 2016
This website is updated regularly as new camp offerings are listed.
Check back often!
Camp listings are based on the best available information
and are subject to change.
Contact each camp or program organizer directly for more information, to register, or to get assistance with a Tax ID.
If you are offering/sponsoring a summer camp or program at George Mason University, email gmutoday@gmu.edu to be included on this webpage.
If you are interested in hosting a youth camp or program at George Mason University, visit ae.gmu.edu/pec-home for more information.
It is the policy of George Mason University to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodations to fully participate in a camp or program, please contact the host department. Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.