Hobart and William Smith Colleges are very excited to announce the
details of the 2008 Kids College Summer Camp! This year, Kids College
will have returning leaders - a husband-and-wife pair of teachers who
are alums and parents alike. John '95 and Carin (Caravita '92)
Cunningham, who teach at Geneva's North Street Elementary
School.
CAMP DIRECTORS
Carin (Caravita) Cunningham '92
Graduated from DeSales High School in 1988, William Smith College in
1992 with a B.A. Major in English and Education minor. She received
her M.S. in Education from University of New England in 2003 and
holds permanent certification. Cunningham has taught grades 3-5 since
1995 and currently teaches 4th grade at North Street Elementary in
Geneva. She teaches extended studies at North Street Elementary
School, grades K-5. She serves on the District Literacy Team, and has
established Helping Hands Community Service group. She is co-leader
of Student Council at North Street, Ski Club Advisor, Little League
Softball Coach.
John Cunningham '95
Graduated From Francis Lewis High School, Queens, NY in 1986 and
Hobart College in 1995 with a Major in Psychology. He received his
Masters from Nazareth College in 2001 and holds permanent
certification in general and Special Education. He is also certified
in Literacy Collaborative from Lesley University 2005 and has taught
grades 4-5 since 1995. He is currently the Literacy Coordinator at
North Street Elementary for grades 3-5. He serves on the District
Literacy Team, Building Literacy Team and Site Council, at NSS Lake
Deleware Boys Camp, Delhi NY and has been the Assistant Director for
7 years. He is also a Ski Club Adviser.
Grade levels for the camps
The six-week Kids College offers three age-groupings, for children
who have completed second and third grades, fourth and fifth grades,
and sixth and seventh grades. Each group will be limited to 15
students.
Facilities Used for Kids College
The Hobart and William Smith Kids College utilizes the facilities
and resources of the Colleges to provide children an opportunity to
have a summer full of academic activity and fun in a safe and
friendly environment.
• Kids College will be centered at Napier classrooms.
• The Scandling Center will provide a daily buffet style lunch.
When attending a field trip, students will receive a bag lunch from
the Scandling Center.
• Transportation to field trips will be provided by certified
drivers
in the HWS Van Fleet and contracted commercial bus.
• The students will swim in Bristol Pool daily under the
supervision of Red Cross certified lifeguards.
Bring your bathing suit, sunscreen and towel every day!
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2008 Kids College Sessions and Dates |
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All camps are for boys and girls entering grades 3-8 |
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June 30 - July 3 |
•During Mystery Math Day you will become a
crime scene investigator and use your math problem solving skills
to solve the mystery. •Make math fun through interactive learning and how it relates to everyday life. |
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July 7 - 11 |
• Spend the week developing leadership and life skills
in the classroom and in the community. • Come to understand the courage and leadership of Harriet Tubman while visiting the Harriet Tubman Museum. • Work together to research famous leaders and pioneers then create your own play/video where they all meet for the first time. • Optional overnight trip for middle school level campers to historic Philadelphia July 8-9; additional $75. |
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July14 - 18 |
• Study the styles of popular artists Vincent van Gogh
and Andy Warhol • Go on virtual field trips to art museums and to the library • Combine your efforts into an expressive art form to be framed, displayed at the Graduation Gala and then taken home. |
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• Become a scientist for a week and work with our
visiting faculty and staff on science experiments • Find your inner strength while you climb a mountain. • Get your feet wet, literally, when you explore the Finger Lakes. Don't forget your water shoes! • Are you the next Franklin, Edison or Curie? Get those creative juices flowing and design a "Green" Invention to help the environment. |
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• Campers will be moving while learning the nuts and bolts of theatrical performance. Each day will be devoted to set construction, costume design and the performance itself. The final performance will be Friday afternoon, parents and grandparents are encouraged to attend. |
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• Conclude your summer at Kids College with a
"Celebration of Me" by learning a new language, create a
scrapbook of memories or learn a new hobby with the help from our
visiting professors and educators. • Graduation Gala on Friday afternoon with family and friends to "Celebrate summer, friendships and me." |
For brochures and information regarding the overnight and day camps, please contact:
Conferences & Events
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Scandling Center
300 Pulteney Street
Geneva, NY 14456
Phone: (315) 781-3103
Fax: (315) 781-4325
Email: events@hws.edu
