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1 Summer Academies 2015 STEM & Arts Academies KidsCollege New This Year! More Arts Academies 3D Printers! ACE (Assistant Counselor Education Program) Extended Days ollege 15 C y t i mun ug. 14, 20 m o C A a rgini June 15i V t n aders edmo at Pi g 3rd-9th Gr r Risin Fo 1

2 Summer Academies 2015 Welcome! Enriching, fun and educational hands-on morning and afternoon workshop-type classes for rising 3rd-9th graders. Week-long and project-based, Academies provide an in-depth exploration into STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering and Math) and Arts areas. Taught by experienced instructors. Bring a lunch and stay all day with our After-Academy Clubs program. All students receive a certificate of completion and a PVCC Student ID. Spring Break Program! We re offering one week of our summer academies during Spring Break (April 6-10)! Sign-up soon; enrollment is limited. Plus we offer 10th-12th grade Spring Break Career Exploration Boot Camps! See page 3. Special New Summer Highlights! More Arts Academies at our second on-campus location in the Dickinson building. (Transportation between Stultz and Dickinson buildings provided.) New Academy utilizing 3D Printers! Experienced 10th-12th graders can apply to our ACE program (Assistant Counselor Education) pg 13. Extended day to meet working parents schedule. Off-site summer Academies in Fluvanna, Nelson and Greene Counties. (Contact us for more info.) For the latest Academy updates and news, visit our Web site: Our Facebook page, provides highlights and photos Questions? [email protected] or call SPRING BREAK PROGRAMS APRIL 6-10 Spring Break Academies 3 rd -9 th graders Monday-Friday, morning and afternoon sessions at PVCC Stultz Building, $135 per academy. Fun, educational hands-on in STEM (Science,Technology, Engineering and Math) and Arts. Bring a lunch and stay all day with our After-Academy Clubs program. Class # ACADEMY TIME AGE FEE Kodu Game Lab 8:45 a.m.-noon 3 rd -6 th grade $ Wide World of Computer Graphics! 8:45 a.m.-noon 6 th -9 th grade $ Lights, Camera, Action-Build a Show! 8:45 a.m.-noon 3 rd -6 th grade $ Do It Yourself with 3D Printers! 8:45 a.m.-noon 3 rd -6 th grade $ LUNCH with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment noon-1 p.m. 3 rd -9 th grade FREE LUNCH with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment noon-1 p.m. 3 rd -9 th grade $ Advanced Kodu Game Lab 1-4:15 p.m. 6 th -9 th grade $ Captivating Comics using Tech 1-4:15 p.m. 3 rd -6 th grade $ Sculpture Creations-Out of this World! 1-4:15 p.m. 3 rd -6 th grade $ D Printers! Design, Model & Create 1-4:15 p.m. 6 th -9 th grade $ AFTER-ACADEMY CLUB 4:15-5:15 p.m. 3 rd -9 th grade $25 Career Exploration Boot Camps 10 th -12 th graders Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at PVCC main campus, $89 per Boot Camp hh Choose from three boot camps: Health Sciences, Entrepreneurship/Business, Engineering. hh In-depth exploration of a career path and educational training. hh PVCC instructor-led skills workshops & info on college admissions and financial aid. hh Field trips. Class # BOOT CAMP TIME AGE FEE Health Sciences 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 10 th -12 th grade $ Engineering 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 10 th -12 th grade $ Entrepreneurship/Business 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 10 th -12 th grade $89 To Register: Use the Registration forms in this catalog. Scholarships available based on financial need. For detailed Academy and Career Exploration Boot Camp descriptions or call [email protected] 2 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

3 Academy Descriptions For Rising 3rd-6th Graders Black Rocket Partner Black Rocket has over a decade of experience designing camps in the S.T.E.M. and Digital Arts fields. Every program is powered by the camper s innate imagination and designed to bring their ideas to life in a fun, handson, learning environment. All Black Rocket programs mirror real life experiences and the collaborative nature of the design process. Students are encouraged to work in pairs or teams for most of the Academy. WEEK 1: June New! Kitchen Chemistry Who knows what chemicals lurk on your kitchen shelves? Create volcanoes, breed life forms, and rubberize a chicken bone, all with ingredients you already have in your kitchen pantry. Explore scientific concepts in a fun and funny way, with safe experiments that you can even try at home. Instructor Dolly Joseph is a former science teacher and is an educator, designer and instructional technology expert. M-F 6/15-6/19 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 New! Kodu Game Lab Race Trials Let s create games using Kodu, an intuitive visual programming language. You will develop a physicsbased racing game of your own design. First you will build the world and track, then player controls, followed by checkpoints, scoring, win conditions and balanced opponents. By the end, you ll have a playable game. Along the way, we ll review computer, mathematical logic, problem solving and creative storytelling skills. Instructor John Haverkamp has a background in artisanal crafts and computer software instruction for youth and adults in university and community settings. M-F 6/15-6/19 1-4:15 p.m. $135 LEGO Films and Stop Action! Make your LEGOs come to life! Bring in your favorite action figures or LEGOs and create a short film with your friends. Whether you want to recreate a scene from Star Wars or design a world of your own, this class brings your dreams to the screen. You will need to bring in LEGOs or action figures from home, but all other equipment provided. Your films will be available on a password protected Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 6/15-6/19 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 Minecraft Designers If you love the game Minecraft, but always wanted to design your own characters and buildings for your games this class is for you! Learn the basics of creating 3-D models using a new software to design your very own objects, create skins for characters, and import them into your favorite Minecraft games. To access your project at home you must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone and game console version of Minecraft are not compatible. Parent address is required to use 3-D modeling software. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 6/15-6/19 1-4:15 p.m. $199 WEEK 2: June New! The Glam Gamers Club Hang out with friends, have fun and learn key S.T.E.M. skills in this one of a kind class! Candy Crush, Facebook and Instagram were all built by people who understand the foundations of design and technology. In this class learn the basic elements of 2-D game design. Each day will have a tech challenge and a profile of the female stars of the tech world. Your games will be available on a Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers, Mac versions can be created after the program for $15 conversion fee. You will work in teams for most of the program. This Academy is open to all students. M-F 6/22-6/26 1-4:15 p.m. $199 Video Game Animation Take your game design to the next level by creating and animating your own character sprites, objects, and backgrounds. Start with a name, develop the character s personality, signature moves, special powers, and a story line. Finish with a fully animated character to be used in future games. You do not need any prior experience in game design, animation, or sketching. Your animations will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers; Mac versions can be created after the program for $15 conversion fee. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 6/22-6/26 8:45 a.m.-noon. $199 NEW! Hablas Español? Spanish Adventures Our adventure begins by making passports and money to tour in Spain! Next, we have to eat! We ll cook authentic comida latina. Buen viaje! Come take a voyage to experience making art, cooking food, singing, crafts and speaking en Español! We will create a short skit in Spanish. No previous Spanish necessary! Instructor Amanda Evans, a local Spanish teacher, has taught people of all ages both at home and abroad. Her passion for dance, art, food and culture influences every lesson. M-F 6/22-6/26 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 For Rising 3rd-6th Graders NEW! Mixed Media Mania What happens when you combine paper, jewelry, yarn, found objects, leaves, grass, dirt, chalk, and a little of whatever else? Mess or Magic? Yes!! Design 2-D and 3-D art through combining traditional art materials plus found objects. You will plan and create pieces all over the world. Instructor Dolly Joseph is a lifelong artisan, craftsperson and an educator, designer and instructional technology expert. M-F 6/22-6/26 1-4:15 p.m. $135 WEEK 3: July 6-10 Updated! App Attack! Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app! Using a specialized app and game development tool, students will explore the world of web-based apps. In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and game development, you will also see firsthand how the world of App publishing functions. Your created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. No prior experience is necessary and you do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to take the class. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 7/6-7/10 1-4:15 p.m. $199 Engaging students with relevant technology. He was very excited to come to class each day. -PARENT OF MINECRAFT DESIGNERS STUDENT 4 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

4 For Rising 3rd-6th Graders For Rising 3rd-6th Graders I changed my boring t-shirt into something I d LOVE to wear daily. -FASHION DESIGN STUDENT NEW! Let s Draw Fashion Designs Become a fashion designer for a week! Learn about how designers create their own fashion designs. Explore your own design style using a variety of drawing and paint materials. Instructor Kimberly Ramberg is a sewing and fashion design instructor for children and adults at Les Fabriques. M-F 7/6-7/10 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 Minecraft Designers See page 4 for class description. M-F 7/6-7/10 8:45 a.m.-noon. $199 NEW! Mix it Up! Collage Time We ll make collages using everything from photos to found objects. Famous artists like the scissor art of Matisse, will inspire us to create exciting, dynamic compositions. There are infinite possibilities using magazines, photography, papers, and found objects. Instructor Lou Haney is a painter and educator for over 15 years. M-F 7/6-7/10 1-4:15 p.m. $135 NEW! Physics Olympics! Ever heard of Newton s Laws? We ll experiment with the amazing laws of physics and play with the nature of light and vision, conduct experiments related to balance, friction and gravity (Newton s Laws!) and even create our own Physics Olympics! M-F 7/6-7/10 1-4:15 p.m. $135 NEW! Sculpty Clay Action Toy Let s play with clay! We ll learn the basics of hand sculpting with pre-made molds to create our own action figure, doll or toy. We ll use polymer clay to learn how to use sculpting tools and the skills related to design, painting and detailing. You will have at least one original creation to take home. Materials fee included. Instructor John Haverkamp has a background in artisanal crafts and computer software instruction for youth and adults in university and community settings. M-F 7/6-7/10 8:45 a.m.-noon $144 WEEK 4: July NEW! 3-D Printers! Make it Real Create your own 3-D design! Explore the exciting new world of 3-D printing and how to use the latest technology with your creative ideas. You will learn about the design process, brainstorm solutions, model your design and finally fabricate it on the 3-D printer. Have you ever heard of solid modeling? You will learn the fundamentals of industrial design and engineering in the manufacturing process. Instructor Mark Potter is a PVCC Engineering student and lab assistant with the PVCC Engineering program. M-F 7/13-7/17 1-4:15 p.m. $135 Updated! App Attack! See page 5 for class description. M-F 7/13-7/17 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 Make Your First Video Game! If you love playing video games, this is the camp for you! Make your first video game in this one-of-akind class that shows you the keys to designing your first 2-D game. Conceptualization, play experience, challenge levels, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we ll explore. No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun. Your created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers, Mac versions can be created after the program for $15 conversion fee. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/13-7/17 1-4:15 p.m. $199 NEW! Move! Dance! Flash Mob!!! Let s move, explore and DANCE! Where can you dance at PVCC? EVERYWHERE!! On the hill, by the pond, on the grass even on the Dickinson stage! Come explore the many ways to create original movement, learn how to put it all together and have fun in a week of dance experiences ending with a FLASH MOB performance--who knows where? Instructor Anne Megibow is the founder and head of the PVCC Dance Program and a founding member of McGuffey Art Center. M-F 7/13-7/17 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 NEW! Parlez-vous français? Fun in French When you think of Paris, what do you think of? The Eiffel Tower, great food and art, n est-ce pas (right)? Join us for a journey into heart of Paris and discover how to make your masterpieces and culinary curiosity, and learn to sing in French! (Yes, there will be la musique too!). For the final project, you will create a short skit en Français as well as delectable items for parents to déguster (taste). No previous French necessary. Instructor Jen Waine is a French instructor, loves everything about Paris (her second home). M-F 7/13-7/17 8:45-noon $135 NEW! Ready, Set, Draw! Ever want to know how to draw from life? This workshop will teach the skills to draw realistically. We will do guided drawings as a class and then work from a still life. You will learn concepts such as measuring shapes in space and linear perspective. Drawing is a skill everyone can learn. Amaze yourself with the super special skill to draw what you see! On your mark, get set, draw! Instructor Lou Haney is a painter and educator for over 15 years. M-F 7/13-7/17 1-4:15 p.m. $135 WEEK 5: July NEW! Jewelry That Sparkles Do you want to create your own bling? Let s make jewelry! We ll learn several jewelry-making techniques, including making our own beads, stringing necklaces, knotting, wire wrapping and more! Students will make necklaces, bracelets and earrings in multiple styles. Instructor Dolly Joseph is a lifelong artisan, craftsperson and an educator, designer and instructional technology expert. M-F 7/20-7/24 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 Creative Design and Robotics The world of the future belongs to robots! Robotics is one of America s fastest growing industries. Learn the fundamentals of motorized mechanisms and basic design principles in this unique class. Separate fact from fantasy by designing and building your first robot. After learning the basic principles of design, students will build prototypes and learn problemsolving to improve how their robots function in a series of design challenges! Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 7/20-7/24 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 Explore Graphic Design Do you like to draw and design? Do you want to take your talents to the next level? Learn about graphic design as a career option learning many different career paths and activities using graphic design and typography. Create logos, posters, still life and landscapes using Illustrator and Photoshop. We ll go on a virtual field trip to see graphic design in action. Instructor Karen Tucker is an educator and local design and marketing professional. M-F 7/20-7/24 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 Fun with Photography Explore the tools of your digital camera! Discover a bird s eye and bug s eye perspective! Frame light and shadow, play with texture, line and repetition. Explore aperture and shutter speed, process pixels in Photoshop and prepare your favorite shots to print and frame! M-F 7/20-7/24 1-4:15 p.m. $135 New! Minecraft Modders Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mod! Introductory coding will also be taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Your projects will be available on a Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. To access your project at home you must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone and game console version of Minecraft are not compatible. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/20-7/24 1-4:15 p.m. $199 6 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

5 For Rising 3rd-6th Graders For Rising 3rd-6th Graders Week 6: July Code Breakers Calling all future coders, programmers, & designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript, and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg or the high school student who just made $1 million for programming in his bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 7/27-7/31 8:45 a.m.-noon. $199 NEW! Box Puppet Pioneers Create an original puppet show! We ll create small puppets and a mini-set from everyday recycled and up cycled materials. To inspire us, we ll watch short videos of puppet shows. We ll learn about the world of puppetry and how to use mixed materials to create our own puppet world. Instructor Sally McDowell is a multi-media artist and experienced instructor with children and youth. M-F 7/27-7/31 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 NEW! Act Out! It s All Drama and Games Improv acting is not only fun, but can make people laugh! Come join the fun, play theatre games, and make friends, as well as learn theatrical and life skills. An improv and theatre games performance will take place on the last day for parents and friends. Instructor Hanna Rahilly is an educator, professional actress and director who works in the theatre and film industry. M-F 7/27-7/31 1-4:15 p.m. $135 Updated Make Your First 3-D Video Game! Try this new version of a Black Rocket classic! By popular demand, we redesigned our 3-D game design class from beginning to end. This new class allows you to develop a game concept that goes well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2-D game design classes. You will learn the physics behind 3-D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling flow of game play and story telling. Your games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/27-7/31 1-4:15 p.m. $199 NEW! Masks and Monsters Let your imagination run wild! Whether a prince or princess, a space invader or beautiful butterfly we will make a mask to bring our character to life. We will look at several types of masks from different cultures, such as African and Native American masks, to inspire our own. Instructor Lou Haney is a painter and educator for over 15 years. M-F 7/27-7/31 1-4:15 p.m. $135 WEEK 7: Aug. 3-7 NEW! Awesome World of 3-D Printers Explore what you can create with 3-D Printers! Design a new product, model it on the computer and print it on a 3-D printer. How do professionals use 3-D printers? This Academy will cover the basics of the manufacturing world and engineering. Learn how to use this new technology on your computer and print your own creative design! Instructor Mark Potter is a PVCC engineering student and lab assistant in the PVCC engineering program. M-F 8/3-8/7 8:45 a.m.-noon. $135 NEW! Extreme Kodu Games Let s create games using Kodu, an intuitive visual programming language. You will develop a challenging game of your own design. First you will build the world, then the extreme challenges, scoring and balanced opponents. By the end, you ll have a playable game. Along the way, we ll review computer, mathematical logic, problem solving, and creative storytelling skills. Instructor John Haverkamp has a background in artisanal crafts and computer software instruction for youth and adults in university and community settings. LEGO Video Games Combine your two favorite activities: LEGOs and Video Games! Students will create their own LEGO universe, characters, and adventures in an interactive 2-D Video Game. Everyone is welcome in this one of a kind class. At the end of the program, every student will have a finished LEGO Video Game that can be shared with friends and family through a password protected Black Rocket Web site. Games are only compatible on PC computers; Mac versions can be created after the program for a $15 conversion fee. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 8/3-8/7 1-4:15 p.m. $199 LEGO YOUniverse: Make Your Own Adventure! In this LEGO adventure YOU are the star! Pick your favorite LEGO genre or create an alternate universe to create a digital illustrated story. Whether you want to fight alongside Batman, be part of a Ninjago clan, hang with Ninja Turtles, or go into space with Bionicle the only requirement is that you put yourself in the story! You will end the class with a digital comic book that can be shared with friends and family on a password protected Web site! You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 8/3-8/7 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 WEEK 8: Aug NEW! Print Making in Wild Ways We ll use the sun, food and everyday objects to explore various methods of print-making. Have you heard of sun printing with photo-reactive paints? We ll even use foods, wood blocks and objects to print on fabric and paper. Learn about the various methods of printmaking throughout history. Bring your imagination and designs to create a finished product, such as a booklet, cards or a fabric piece. Instructor Sally McDowell is a multi-media artist and experienced instructor with children and youth. M-F 8/10-8/14 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 NEW! Hablas Español? Spanish Adventures Our adventure begins by making passports and money to tour in Spain! Next, we have to eat! We ll cook authentic comida latina. Buen viaje! Come take a voyage to experience making art, cooking food, singing, crafts and speaking en Español! We will create a short skit in Spanish. No previous Spanish necessary! Instructor Amanda Evans, a local Spanish teacher, has taught people of all ages both at home and abroad. Her passion for dance, art, food and culture influences every lesson. M-F 8/10-8/14 1-4:15 p.m. $135 New! Minecraft Modders See page 7 for class description. M-F 8/10-8/14 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 Video Game Odyssey Unlock the keys to game design by choosing your own adventure! Unlike any other Black Rocket game design course, students in this program will make special top-down adventure games like Pokemon or Zelda to compete with their friends. Design unlimited rooms and levels as you continue your quest in becoming a game design master. Your games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 8/10-8/14 1-4:15 p.m. $199 After-Academy Club During Club Time, you will have a chance to explore various interests from technology fun to games and crafts. When the weather allows, you ll enjoy outdoor explorations and games as well. M-F All weeks 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 M-F 8/3-8/7 1-4:15 p.m. $135 8 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

6 Academy Descriptions For Rising 6th-9th Graders Black Rocket Partner Black Rocket has over a decade of experience designing camps in the S.T.E.M. and Digital Arts fields. Every program is powered by the camper s innate imagination and designed to bring their ideas to life in a fun, handson, learning environment. All Black Rocket programs mirror real life experiences and the collaborative nature of the design process. Students are encouraged to work in pairs or teams for most of the Academy. WEEK 1: June NEW! Chic Geeks: Build an App, Change the World This Academy will empower you to bridge the technology gap, have fun and unleash your creative potential. You will learn how to build an App in a collaborative exciting environment. Technology is changing everything - the way we work, communicate, educate and govern. Meet professional women with cool tech careers out in the field. The Academy is geared towards learning about women involved in the technology field but it is open to all students. Instructor Dolly Joseph is Chief Creative at Wiggle Learning and is an educator, designer and instructional technology expert. This academy is open to all students. M-F 6/15-6/19 1-4:15 p.m. $135 NEW! 3D Printers! Design, Model & Create Create your own 3D design! Explore the exciting new world of 3D printing and how to use the latest technology with your creative ideas. You will learn about the design process, brainstorm solutions, model your design and finally fabricate it on the 3D printer. Have you ever heard of solid modeling? You will learn the fundamentals of industrial design and engineering in the manufacturing process. Instructor Mark Potter is a PVCC engineering student and lab assistant with the PVCC engineering program. M-F 6/15-6/19 8:45 a.m.-noon. $135 Minecraft Designers If you love the game Minecraft, but always wanted to design your own characters and buildings for your games this class is for you! Learn the basics of creating 3-D models using a new software to design your very own objects, create skins for characters, and import them into your favorite Minecraft games. To access your project at home you must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone and game console version of Minecraft are not compatible. Parent address is required to use 3-D modeling software. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 6/15-6/19 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 NEW! Ultimate Claymation and Stop Action! Specifically designed for children who like to make something out of nothing! From Gumby to Chicken Run sometimes the action doesn t require an actor! Whether you want to recreate your favorite scene from Shrek or invent an original short film, this camp will allow you to produce a movie out of nothing but an idea and a piece of clay. Clay, most supplies and equipment provided. Your claymation will be available on a password protected Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 6/15-6/19 1-4:15 p.m. $199 Information about the KidsCollege Academies is distributed to students through mailings, at community events and through area schools. Albemarle County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, pregnancy, or marital status. Questions or concerns regarding compliance with the School division s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to: Director of Human Resources, 401 McIntire Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902; Phone: WEEK 2: June New! Digital Storytellers From the Hunger Games to Harry Potter we all love a great story. Whether you want to rewrite the ending to Star Wars, add yourself to a Divergent tale, or create a new adventure about your friends - any topic is possible in this class! Start with a concept, design the storyboard, add some dialogue, and watch as the characters in your imagination come to life in your first graphic novel! Projects will be available on a Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 6/22-6/26 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 New! Do It Yourself with 3D Printers! Explore what you can create with 3D Printers! Design a new product, model it on the computer and print it on a 3D printer. How do professionals use 3D printers? This Academy will cover the basics of the manufacturing world and engineering. Learn how to use this new technology on your computer and print your own creative design! Instructor Mark Potter is a PVCC engineering student and lab assistant in the PVCC engineering program. M-F 6/22-6/26 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 New! Vámonos! Let s Travel to Spain Our adventure begins by making passports and money to tour in Spain! Next, we have to eat! We ll cook authentic comida latina. Buen viaje! Come take a voyage to experience making art, cooking food, singing, crafts and speaking en Español! We will create a short skit in Spanish. No previous Spanish necessary! Amanda Evans, a local Spanish teacher, has taught people of all ages both at home and abroad. Her passion for dance, art, food and culture influences every lesson. M-F 6/22-6/26 1-4:15 p.m. $135 Video Game Animation For Rising 6th-9th Graders Take your game design to the next level by creating and animating your own character sprites, objects, and backgrounds. Start with a name, develop the character s personality, signature moves, special powers, and a story line. Finish with a fully animated character to be used in future games. You do not need any prior experience in game design, animation, or sketching. Your animations will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers; Mac versions can be created after the program for $15 conversion fee. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 6/22-6/26 1-4:15 p.m. $199 WEEK 3: July 6-10 Acting for Film Lights! Camera! Action! Want to be a film actor? You ll have a blast in this workshop learning script analysis, experiencing moment-to-moment acting techniques, performing for the camera and establishing a confident performance through the pursuit of dramatic intention. You ll be assigned a scene from a Hollywood movie to develop a character, work with scene partners and perform on camera. Instructor Robert Wray is a teacher, playwright and actor with appearances in numerous films and New York City theater productions. M-F 7/6-7/10 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 This class was excellent. I would absolutely recommend it for any student wanting to learn more about acting, writing, screen plays and film. Robert Wray was so inspiring and really encouraged my son. Well worth the time and money. - BARBARA NEWTON, PARENT OF ACTING FOR FILM STUDENT 10 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

7 For Rising 6th-9th Graders It was awesome to build models. -ARCHITECTURE STUDENT Architecture Design If you could design your own building, what would it look like? Dream big and then design it in detail! Create layered drawings by hand and build a physical 3-D model. You will learn about building design and incorporate what you learn into your drawings and models. You will present your drawings and architectural models to classmates and parents! Instructor Clinton Lees is a workshop instructor for the U.Va. School of Architecture and a Historic Building Materials Inventory Specialist with University of Virginia. M-F 7/6-7/10 1-4:15 p.m. $135 Updated! App Attack! Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app! Using a specialized app & game development tool, students will explore the world of web-based apps. In addition to learning the basics of mobile app design and game development, you will also see firsthand how the world of App publishing functions. Student created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. No prior experience is necessary and students do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to take the class. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 7/6-7/10 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 Build a Computer from Parts Yes, you can build a computer in one week! We ll start with the computer system fundamentals including the binary number system and logic gates, the elements of any computer system and operations at a basic level. We will build a complete computer system from parts and load the operating system. Instructor Josh Fitzpatrick is Educational Technologies Office Manager with U.Va. Curry School of Education. M-F 7/6-7/10 8:45 a.m.-noon. $135 New! Sculpty Clay Figures Let s design with clay! We ll learn the basics of hand sculpting and how to create molds to create our own figure. We ll use polymer clay to learn how to use sculpting tools and the skills related to design, painting and detailing. Students will have at least one original creation to take home. Materials fee included. Instructor John Haverkamp has a background in artisanal crafts and computer software instruction for youth and adults in university and community settings. M-F 7/6-7/10 1-4:15 p.m. $144 Minecraft Designers If you love the game Minecraft, but always wanted to design your own characters and buildings for your games this class is for you! Learn the basics of creating 3-D models using a new software to design your very own objects, create skins for characters and import them into your favorite Minecraft games. To access your project at home you must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone and game console version of Minecraft are not compatible. Parent address is required to use 3D modeling software. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/6-7/10 1-4:15 p.m. $199 New! Parlez like a Parisien: French Adventure When you think of Paris, what do you think of? The Eiffel Tower, great food and art, n est-ce pas (right)? Join us for a journey into heart of Paris and discover how to make your masterpieces and culinary curiosity, and learn to sing in French! (Yes, there will be la musique too!) For the final project, you will create a short skit en Français as well as delectable items for parents to déguster (taste). No previous French necessary. Instructor Jen Waine is a French instructor, loves everything about Paris (her second home). M-F 7/6-7/10 8:45-noon $135 New! Silk-Screen Printing! You will explore the ins and outs of silk-screen printing and how to apply the technique with various methods. You ll create your own unique print design and explore using silk-screen printing on both paper and fabric. Finally, you will learn about the old school and hightech methods used in the past and today. M-F 7/6-7/10 1-4:15 p.m. $135 ACE PROGRAM Assistant Counselor Education Rising 10th-12th Grade Application Deadline: April 17, For further information and application information, please contact or [email protected]. For Rising 6th-9th Graders The ACE program is a four-week half-day program open to rising 10 th -12 th graders interested in assisting with the Summer Academy programs and gaining leadership and job readiness skills. Interested students will need to apply for the program and attend a mandatory training session. Students will receive training, education and support from the summer staff. Students will not be required to supervise younger students on their own. Responsibilities Assist with classroom needs, program coordination and administrative duties. Qualities Responsible, mature and interested in working with younger students. Project Design and lead one activity during lunch or After-Academy Club. Certification of Completion at end of the program. Program # ACE Program Dates TIME FEE ACE June 15-July 17 (no program June 29-July 3) 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m. $300 ACE June 15-July 17 (no program June 29-July 3) 12:45-5:30 p.m. $300 ACE July 20-Aug a.m.-12:45 p.m. $300 ACE July 20-Aug :45-5:30 p.m. $ KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

8 For Rising 6th-9th Graders WEEK 4: July App Adventures: The Next Level! Continue your quest to make the next viral app! Whether you want to move past the basic techniques learned in App Attack or want to jump right in, we are ready for you! All students will choose from a selection of different mobile app types and explore more in depth programming concepts. Your apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. No prior experience is necessary and you do not need to own a smart phone or tablet to take the class. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/13-7/17 1-4:15 p.m. $199 New! Explore the Power of Playwriting! Do you have a story to tell? Are you a person who is play-full and full of ideas? Learn to write a play and express yourself creatively with this fun and fascinating workshop! We will brainstorm and write a play and participate in a staged reading. Playwriting is an empowering way to tell the stories that are important to you. Instructor Hanna Rahilly is an educator, professional actress and director who works in the theatre and film industry. M-F 7/13-7/17 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 New! From Sound to Music! AV and Audio Engineering In this exciting introduction to audio engineering and electronic music compositions, we ll record sounds and noises, use instruments and tech tools to create our own musical composition. Learn about the diverse and growing field of AV technology industries from an expert! Instructor Nathan Lopez works for the AV Company and has a background in record and entertainment industry technology. M-F 7/13-7/17 1-4:15 p.m. $135 Make Your First Video Game! If you love playing video games, this is the camp for you! Make your first video game in this one-of-akind class that shows you the keys to designing your first 2-D game. Conceptualization, play experience, challenge levels, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we ll explore. No prior experience necessary, just a desire to have fun. Your games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. Games are only compatible on PC computers, Mac versions can be created after the program for $15 conversion fee. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/13-7/17 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 New! Let s Dance! It s Flash Mob Time!!! Let s move, explore and DANCE! Wikipedia defines a FLASH MOB as a group of people who assemble suddenly in a public place, perform an unusual and seemingly pointless act for a brief time, before quickly dispersing. Pointless? NOT! Come explore the many ways to create original movement and have fun! We ll explore dance and end with a FLASH MOB performance somewhere at PVCC! Susan L. Wiesner, PhD, is a choreographer, teacher, and researcher in dance and directs Range of Motion Dance at the McGuffey Art Center. M-F 7/13-7/17 1-4:15 p.m. $135 New! Sculpture with Nature Who needs an art store? You can make art work of any scale with natural materials we find outdoors. We will make a variety of sculptures that explore the design elements of scale, texture, repetition and similarity. We ll gain inspiration from the work of Andy Goldsworthy and play with color and contrast. Instructor Dolly Joseph is a lifelong artisan, craftsperson and an educator, designer and instructional technology expert. M-F 7/13-7/17 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 WEEK 5: July New! Awesome Fabric Sculptures Who says that fabric has to be flat? Create your own visual story and artworks through manipulating fabric. We ll glue, stitch and sew. Explore how color, shape, pattern, and texture can work together to make vibrant pieces to wear, display or use. Students can create a bag, fabric jewelry and/or ornament. We will learn about the process and history of making, trading and selling of fabrics. Instructor Dolly Joseph is a lifelong artisan, craftsperson and educator, designer and instructional technology expert. M-F 7/20-7/24 1-4:15 p.m. $135 Creative Design and Robotics The world of the future belongs to robots! Robotics is one of America s fastest growing industries. Learn the fundamentals of motorized mechanisms and basic design principles in this unique class. Separate fact from fantasy by designing and building your first robot. After learning the basic principles of design, students will build prototypes and learn problem-solving to improve how their robots function in a series of design challenges! You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 7/20-7/24 1-4:15 p.m. $199 New! Dance, Music, Geometry and Algebra! Huh??? What do geometry and algebra have in common with music and dance? To find the answer, come and explore dancing in a cube, an octahedron and an Icosahedron. Discover crystalline forms through your body. Learn how 1/2y = 2x as you move to the beat! We re going to put some dance into math. Susan L. Wiesner, PhD, is a choreographer, teacher and researcher in dance and directs Range of Motion Dance at the McGuffey Art Center. M-F 7/20-7/24 1-4:15 p.m. $135 What I liked the most was my son describing every day as awesome! Thank you! -PARENT OF CREATIVE DESIGN & ROBOTS STUDENT Photography - Eyes on Your World Explore the tools of your digital camera! Discover a bird s eye and bug s eye perspective! Frame light and shadow, play with texture, line and repetition. Explore aperture and shutter speed, process pixels in Photoshop and prepare your favorite shots to print and frame! M-F 7/20-7/24 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 Graphic Art: From Drawing to Design Do you like to draw and design? Do you want to take your talents to the next level? Learn about graphic design as a career option learning many different career paths and activities using graphic design and typography. Create logos, posters, still life and landscapes using Illustrator and Photoshop. We ll go on a virtual field trip to see graphic design in action. Instructor Karen Tucker is an educator and local design and marketing professional. M-F 7/20-7/24 1-4:15 p.m. $135 New! Minecraft Modders For Rising 6th-9th Graders Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mod! Introductory coding will also be taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Your projects will be available on a Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. To access their project at home students must own a PC/MAC version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone, and game console version of Minecraft are not compatible. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/20-7/24 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 New! You are Sew Beautiful Accessories are sew important! Learn how to design and make your own fashion accessories. We ll learn basic fabric cutting and hand sewing skills. Learn about various fashion design styles and how accessories have played a role in fashion. Instructor Kimberly Ramberg is a sewing and fashion design instructor for children and adults at Les Fabriques. M-F 7/20-7/24 8:45 a.m.-noon $ KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

9 For Rising 6th-9th Graders WEEK 6: July Boe-Bot Robot: Tell a Robot What to Think! Want to control a robot? In this hands-on electronics class, students will learn to program the brain of a robot, the microcomputer inside most electronic products called the microcontroller. You will build electronic circuits using a microcontroller to flash LEDs, produce sounds on a speaker and transmit messages! You will learn to control robot movements and use a variety of different sensors so the robot can see in the dark, measure distance, detect objects and more! You will also gain experience with electronic test equipment to test their circuits. Instructor Johnny Cornett has taught Fundamentals of Logic Design and Microprocessor Applications at PVCC. Tuition includes supplies. M-F 7/27-7/31 1-4:15 p.m. $139 Code Breakers Calling all future coders, programmers and designers! Learn the basics of coding languages like HTML, JavaScript and CSS through a series of web projects and design challenges each day and be on your way to becoming the next tech star! Whether you want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg or the high school student who just made $1 million dollars for programming in his bedroom, this course has the essentials you need to begin your journey. Projects will be available on a Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. M-F 7/27-7/31 1-4:15 p.m. $199 The class taught me how to make things on Photoshop this class rocked! MARISA DODD, GRAPHIC DESIGN STUDENT New! First Aid, Safety and Fighting Fires! Learn firsthand from local emergency and safety professionals! Hands-on scenarios and challenges. We ll also learn basic first aid skills and home safety. We ll explore what it takes to have a career in the field. M-F 7/27-7/31 1-4:15 p.m. $135 New! Giant Murals that Move! Using a giant canvas, we ll create and design a mobile mural. Bring in our imagination and out-of-the box thinking to utilize mix media techniques, such as fabric collage, paint and embellishments to plan and design our own giant creation to take home. Along the way, we ll learn about famous murals and mural artists. Instructor Sally McDowell is a multi-media artist and experienced instructor with children and youth. M-F 7/27-7/31 1-4:15 p.m. $135 New! Improv and Theater Games! Improvisation is not only fun, but it has the uncanny ability to make people laugh! Come join the fun, play theatre games, and make friends, as well as learn theatrical and life skills. An improv and theatre games performance will take place on the last day for parents and friends. Instructor Hanna Rahilly is an educator, professional actress and director who works in the theatre and film industry. M-F 7/27-7/31 8:45 a.m.-noon. $135 Updated Make Your First 3-D Video Game! Try this new version of a Black Rocket classic! By popular demand, we redesigned our 3-D game design class from beginning to end. This new class allows you to develop a game concept that goes well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2-D game design classes. Students will learn the physics behind 3-D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, controlling flow of game play, and story telling. Student created games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. Students will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 7/27-7/31 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 New! Discover Your Drawing Skills Ever want to know how to draw from life? This workshop will teach the skills to draw realistically. We will do guided drawings as a class and then work from a still life. You will learn concepts such as measuring shapes in space and linear perspective. Drawing is a skill everyone can learn. Amaze yourself with the super special skill to draw what you see! On your mark, get set, draw! Instructor Lou Haney is a painter and educator for over 15 years. M-F 7/27-7/31 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 Robots in Action Do you like to build and program robots? In this class, you will work in teams to program NXT LEGO robots for specific, complex tasks including multiple moves forward and rotations. Use a light sensor so your robot can follow a dark line! Use the touch sensor and combine with rotation and movement forward. Put it all together for a robotics obstacle course and presentation. Instructor Mark Potter is a PVCC engineering student and lab assistant with the PVCC engineering program. Tuition includes supplies. M-F 7/27-7/31 8:45 a.m.-noon $139 WEEK 7: Aug.3-7 App Adventures: The Next Level! See page 14 for class description. M-F 8/3-8/7 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 ipad Movie Explore the amazing capabilities of the Apple ipad in the new ipad creativity class! Gain experience with Apps such as Pages, GarageBand, imovie and Storyboard Composer HD. Work in teams to write, direct and create your own movie! Create your own masterpiece as you plan, shoot and edit your project all on the ipad! No prior experience necessary. You do not need to own an ipad to take the class. M-F 8/3-8/7 8:45 a.m.-noon $135 New! Minecraft Modders See page 15 for class description. M-F 8/3-8/7 1-4:15 p.m. $199 After-Academy Club During Club Time, you will have a chance to explore various interests from technology fun to games and crafts. When the weather allows, we ll enjoy outdoor explorations and games as well. TV Field Production For Rising 6th-9th Graders Produce your own TV show! Learn to operate a digital video camera, sound equipment and a portable lighting kit. Then edit your footage using editing software in order to produce your show! Air your shows on Charlottesville Public Access (CPA) TV and YouTube! Successful completion of the class leads to becoming a CPA-TV Certified Producer, allowing free access to use CPA field production equipment and editing facilities. Materials fee included. Instructor Calvin Tate directs the CPA TV station. M-F 8/3-8/7 1-4:15 p.m. $144 WEEK 8: Aug New! Bling Jewelry Making Do you want to create your own bling? Let s make jewelry! We ll learn several jewelry-making techniques, including making our own beads, stringing necklaces, knotting, wire wrapping and more! You will make necklaces, bracelets and earrings in multiple styles. Instructor Dolly Joseph is a lifelong artisan, craftsperson and an educator, designer and instructional technology expert. M-F 8/10-8/14 1-4:15 p.m. $135 New! Minecraft Modders See page 15 for class description. M-F 8/10-8/14 1-4:15 p.m. $199 Vámonos! Let s Travel to Spain See page 11 for class description M-F 8/10-8/14 8:15 a.m.-noon $135 Video Game Odyssey Unlock the keys to game design by choosing your own adventure! Unlike any other Black Rocket game design course, students in this program will make special top-down adventure games like Pokemon or Zelda to compete with their friends. Design unlimited rooms and levels as you continue your quest in becoming a game design master. Your games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket Web site to share with friends and family. You will work in teams for most of the program. M-F 8/10-8/14 8:45 a.m.-noon $199 M-F All weeks 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 16 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

10 WEEK 1- JUNE ST=Stultz Building, DK=Dickinson Building Color Code: Maroon = 3rd-6th Grade, Blue=6th-9th Grade, Green=ACE Program Lego Films & Stop Action! $199 ST Kitchen Chemistry $135 ST Minecraft Designers (6th-9th) $199 ST D Printers! Design, Model & Create $135 ST Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST/DK Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST/DK Minecraft Designers (3rd-6th) $199 ST Kodu Game Lab - Race Trails $135 ST Ultimate Claymation and Stop Action! $199 ST Chic Geeks: Build an App, Change the World! $135 ST ACE Assistant Counselor Education 10th-12th Grade ACE June 15-July 17 8 a.m.-12:45 p.m. (4 weeks) must apply $300 ST/DK ACE June 15-July 17 12:45-5:30 p.m. (4 weeks) must apply $300 ST/DK After-Academy Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST WEEK 2- JUNE ST=Stultz Building, DK=Dickinson Building Video Game Animation (3rd-6th) $199 ST Hablas español? Spanish Adventures $135 ST Digital Storytellers $199 ST Do it Yourself with 3D Printers! $135 ST Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST/DK Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST/DK Glam Gamers Club $199 ST Mixed Media Mania $135 ST Video Game Animation (6th-9th) $199 ST Vámonos! Let s travel to Spain $135 ST NO CLASSES: JUNE 29-JULY 3 WEEK 3- JULY 6-10 ST=Stultz Building, DK=Dickinson Building Minecraft Designers (3rd-6th) $199 ST Sculpty Clay Action Toys $144 DK Let s Draw Fashion Designs $135 DK App Attack (6th-9th) $199 ST Build a Computer from Parts $135 ST Parlez like a Parisien: French Adventure $135 ST Acting For Film $135 DK Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST/DK Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST/DK App Attack (3rd-6th) $199 ST Physics Olympics $135 ST Mix it UP! Collage Time $135 DK Minecraft Designers (6th-9th) $199 ST Architecture Design $135 ST Silk-Screen Printing $135 DK Sculpty Clay Figures $144 DK After-Academy Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST Don t forget your lunch! 18 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer After-Academy Academies 2015Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST 19

11 WEEK 4- JULY ST=Stultz Building, DK=Dickinson Building App Attack (3rd-6th) $199 ST Parlez-vous français? Fun in French $135 ST Move! Dance! Flash Mob! $135 DK Make Your First Video Game (6th-9th) $199 ST Sculpture with Nature $135 DK Explore the Power of Playwriting $135 DK Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST/DK Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST/DK Make Your First Video Game (3rd-6th) $199 ST D Printers! Make it Real $135 ST Ready, Set, Draw! $135 DK App Adventures (6th-9th) $199 ST From Sound to Music! AV & Audio $139 DK Let s Dance! It s Flash Mob Time! $135 DK After-Academy Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST Move! Dance! Flash Mob! Photography WEEK 5- JULY ST=Stultz Building, DK=Dickinson Building Architecture Creative Design & Robotics (3rd-6th) $199 DK Jewelry That Sparkles! $135 DK Explore Graphic Design $135 ST Minecraft Modders (6th-9th) $199 ST You are SEW Beautiful! $135 DK Photography - Eyes on Your World $135 DK Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST/DK Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST/DK Minecraft Modders (3rd-6th) $199 ST Fun with Photography $135 DK Creative Design & Robotics (6th-9th) $199 ST Dance, Music, Geometry and Algebra! Huh??? $135 DK Awesome Fabric Sculptures $135 DK Graphic Art: From Drawing to Design $135 ST ACE Assistant Counselor Education 10th-12th Grade ACE July 20-Aug a.m.-12:45 p.m. (4 weeks) must apply $300 ST/DK ACE July 20-Aug :45-5:30 p.m. (4 weeks) must apply $300 ST/DK After-Academy Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST 20 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

12 WEEK 6- JULY ST=Stultz Building, DK=Dickinson Building Code Breakers (3rd-6th) $199 ST Box Puppet Pioneers $135 DK Make Your First 3-D Video Game (6th-9th) $199 ST Robots in Action $139 ST Improv and Theater Games $135 DK Discover Your Drawing Skills $135 DK Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST/DK Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST/DK Make Your First 3-D Video Game (3rd-6th) $199 ST Act Out! It s All Drama and Games $135 DK Masks and Monsters $135 DK Code Breakers (6th-9th) $199 ST First Aid, Safety and Fighting Fires $135 ST Boe-Bot Robot: Tell a Robot What To Do $139 ST Giant Murals that Move! $135 DK After-Academy Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST Robots! Jewelry-Making WEEK 7- AUG. 3-7 ST=Stultz Building, DK=Dickinson Building Lego YOUniverse $199 ST Awesome World of 3D Printers! $135 ST App Adventures $199 ST ipad Movie $135 ST Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST Lego Video Games $199 ST Extreme Kudo Games $135 ST Minecraft Modders (6th-9th) $199 ST TV Field Production $144 ST After-Academy Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST WEEK 8- AUG Minecraft Modders (3rd-6th) $199 ST Print Making in Wild Ways $135 ST Video Game Odyssey (6th-9th) $199 ST Vámonos! Let s travel to Spain $135 ST Lunch with both a.m. & p.m. enrollment FREE ST Lunch with either a.m. or p.m. enrollment $20 ST Video Game Odyssey (3rd-6th) $199 ST Hablas Español? Spanish Adventures $135 ST Minecraft Modders (6th-9th) $199 ST Bling Jewelry-Making $135 ST After-Academy Club (3rd-9th) 4:15-5:15 p.m. $25 ST 22 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

13 2015 REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER ACADEMIES Student s (Child s) Name Student I.D. School Grade level (2015/2016) Circle: Male Female Date of Birth: / / Social Security #: Student previously enrolled in a PVCC Academy or class? qyes qno Parent or Legal Guardian Name Phone (Home) (Cell) Address Address: Student Name (for office) Student I.D KIDSCOLLEGE@PVCC STUDENT INFORMATION Sign-in/Sign-out Information (additional names can be added later by parent/guardian) Please list the names of the parent(s) and/or other adults who will be picking the student up, including parent signing below. By signing this form, the parent gives permission for the adults listed below to pick his or her child up from the Academies: (1) Name Relation to student: Phone number: City: State: Zip: (Optional) Additional Parent or Legal Guardian) Name Phone (Home) (Cell) Address Address: City: State: Zip: Student s Ethnicity: qhispanic/latino q Asian qamerican Indian/Alaska Native qblack/african-american qwhite/caucasian qnative Hawaiian/Other qpacific Islander qchoose Not To Specify Is the student a U.S. citizen? qyes qno If no, country of citizenship: Permanent Status: qresident alien Asylee Refugee #: What is the student s current immigration status with the U.S.? qnot in U.S. I am requesting visa status qcurrently in U.S. qstudent is a dependent of someone who served in the military. How did you learn about KidsCollege@PVCC Program? How to Register - Complete all forms FAX: Fax registration form to DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR CREDIT CARD INFO. Call to make payment. Visa/MC/Amex. us at [email protected]. DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR CREDIT CARD INFO. Call to make payment. Visa/MC/Amex. PHONE: Call MAIL: Complete all forms and mail them with your check, money order (payable to PVCC) or credit card information to: Piedmont Virginia Community College WORKFORCE SERVICES/KidsCollege 501 College Dr., Charlottesville, VA IN PERSON: Bring your registration form and payment to Workforce Services in the Stultz Center. Scholarships are available based on financial need. All scholarship and registration forms can be found at (2) Name Relation to student: Phone number: (3) Name Relation to student: Phone number: Adults listed above may be asked to show photo I.D. at pick-up. Please have I.D. ready. Emergency Contacts In case an emergency situation arises, contact: Name Relation to student: Phone number: (OPT. Additional Phone number: ) Name Relation to student: Phone number: (OPT. Additional Phone number: ) Health Needs/Special Considerations Does the student take any medications? qno qyes Please list: Does the student carry a respirator, EpiPen or other medical device? qno qyes Please explain: Does the student have any special learning or behavioral needs? qno qyes Please explain: Additional comments: Send payment, registration and assumption of risk forms to: PVCC Workforce Services, 501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA For more information or to register by phone with a credit card, please call or [email protected] 24 KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

14 [OFFICE USE: NAME Student ID# ] Piedmont Virginia Community College KidsCollege@PVCC ASSUMPTION OF RISK & STUDENT CONDUCT FORM I, (student name) agree that as a participant in the 2015 KidsCollege@PVCC Programs at Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC), including Spring and Summer Academies, Boot Camps and Workshops, scheduled between January 1, 2015, and Dec. 30, 2015, I am responsible for my own behavior and well-being. I accept this condition of participation, and I acknowledge that I have been informed of the general nature of the risks involved in this activity. I understand that in the event of accident or injury, personal judgment may be required by College personnel regarding what actions should be taken on my behalf. Nevertheless, I acknowledge that the College personnel may not legally owe me a duty to take any action on my behalf. I also understand that it is my responsibility to secure personal health insurance in advance, if desired, and to take into account my personal health and physical condition. I further agree to abide by any and all specific requests by the College for my safety or the safety of others, as well as any and all of the College s rules and policies applicable to all activities related to this program. In consideration for being permitted to participate in this program, and because I have agreed to assume the risks involved, I hereby agree that I am responsible for any resulting personal injury, damage to or loss of my property which may occur as a result of my participation or arising out of my participation in this program, unless any such personal injury, damage to or loss of my property is directly due to the negligence of the College. I understand that this Assumption of the Risk form will remain in effect during any of my subsequent visits and program-related activities, unless a specific revocation of this document is filed in writing with the program coordinator, at which time my visits to or participation in the program will cease. Student Code of Conduct (Parent/guardian and student to review) I will treat fellow students, PVCC faculty and staff with respect at all times, including: respectful listening, participation during hands-on activities, avoid distracting behavior and follow directions from PVCC staff as necessary to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience by all. I understand that the College reserves the right to exclude my participation in this program if my participation or behavior is deemed detrimental to the safety or welfare of others. I agree to the expectations for behavior, which includes not smoking, chewing gum, rough-housing or using inappropriate language. I understand that cell phones and electronic games are allowed for limited use as permitted during breaks. I understand that the consequences for breaking these rules may include (1) a warning from the Instructor (2) meeting with Program Manager and/or staff (3) a phone call and/or meeting with the parent/guardian (4) being asked to leave the program without a refund. Photo/Video Release I hereby grant to PVCC, and to the press and media, the right to photograph, videotape, or otherwise digitally collect my likeness, voice and sounds (as Works ) during my participation in the KidsCollege@PVCC programs. I further acknowledge that these cooperating entities have the right to use or sub-license these Works in all forms and for all purposes, including without limitation, advertising and other promotions for the KidsCollege@PVCC programs, including on the KidsCollege@PVCC Facebook page. It is a PVCC policy not to print a minor s name with his/her picture without specific permission from his/her parent or guardian. I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand this document. I further acknowledge that I agree to the terms and conditions of this form, and I am accepting these personal risks and conditions of my own free will. Date: Student signature If participant is less than 18 years old, the following section must be completed. My child/ward is under 18 years of age and I am hereby providing permission for him/her to participate in this program, and I agree to be responsible for his/her behavior and safety during KidsCollege@PVCC programs. Child s Name Date: Parent/Guardian signature ACADEMY SELECTION Student Name: Student ID Please register academies (fill in completely) ACADEMIES (Include lunch & After-Academy Club, if applicable) Class # Date Academy Title Fee TOTAL $ Please make payment to Piedmont Virginia Community College. Method of payment: Check Money Order Visa MasterCard AMEX Card No.: Exp. Date: / Billing Zip Code: Name on Card: Signature: Total Amount Enclosed $ CANCELLATIONS: Workforce Services reserves the right to cancel any class. REFUNDS: Participants may withdraw from a class up to five (5) business days before that class is scheduled to begin and receive a full refund. No refunds will be provided after this time. Refund requests must be made in writing by mail, fax or (include your name, class title, and reason for refund). NOTICE: In compliance with the sex offender and crimes against minors registry, a portion of this information will be submitted to the Virginia State Police. DISABILITY STATEMENT: If you are a student with a disability who needs classroom accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, you are required to meet with the Disability Services Counselor, Susan Hannifan to request accommodations. Her office is located in Rm. 125 in the Main building, Phone: , [email protected]. To receive academic accommodations for this class, please obtain the proper forms and meet with me at the beginning of the semester. NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Piedmont Virginia Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. PVCC does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, family medical history or genetic information, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other non-merit base factor. The College also prohibits sexual harassment including sexual violence or misconduct. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding any of these policies: Human Resources Manager, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M810, Charlottesville, VA 22902; KidsCollege@PVCC Summer Academies

15 Scholarship support thanks to Rotary Club of Charlottesville, Albemarle County Rotary Club, Freas Foundation and individual contributions. Summer Academies 2015 Resident/Occupant Time Sensitive Material: Please Deliver by February Piedmont Virginia Community College 501 College Drive, Dr., Charlottesville, VA VA NON-PROFIT ECRWSS ORG. NON-PROFIT ECRWSS ORG. US POSTAGE PAID Charlottesville VA Permit No Summer Academies 2015