Category Archives: Summer

Application deadline extended

Newton Community Farm’s 2014 Summer High School Intern Program application deadline has been extended to May 31, 2014!

Newton Community Farm’s Summer internships are unpaid opportunities for high school students to learn about organic and community farming in a fun, friendly environment. No experience is necessary; just a desire to learn and work hard. Minimum requirement for the internship is 8:00 am to noon, three days per week for two, consecutive weeks. After the trial period and with agreement of the Farm Manager, interns can increase the number of hours, days, and/or weeks at the farm.,

If you are interested or if you want more information, please go to NCF’s website at www.newtoncommunityfarm.org. Applications are due at the farm by May 31st.

STEM Summer

The program takes place at MassBay Community College on our Wellesley Hills campus. This program is offered for Middle School Students (entering grades 7 and 8) and they are still accepting registrations.

The program provides middle school students (entering grades 7 and 8) an engaging and hands on STEM experience. Participating students will use creativity and teamwork to explore outer space. This program will provide middle school students an exciting introduction to various STEM careers and allows them to develop new skills. Students will work on small projects collaboratively to investigate, create, and design information relating to “space”. Students will get to work in our science and technology labs and learn to use Math and Science concepts to solve challenges.

For more information on all of the summer 2014 information please go to: http://www.massbay.edu/summer. To learn more and to register for the STEM Summer program please go to: http://tinyurl.com/middle-stem.

Kapparate Computer Camps Accept Younger Students – Lexington MA

(Early registration – before May 15 – will get $50 discount)

· Computer camps during private and public school breaks
· Broad exposure to computer science. Hands-on and project-oriented
· April public school break camp (April 21-25)
· Summer camps (June – Aug)
· Kapparate camp tuition qualifies for FSA
· General information about camps: https://www.ktbyte.com/camps#campschedules
· Camp registration: https://www.ktbyte.com/home/register
· Contact: inquiry@KTByte.com or 818-748-8848 for questions
· Projects done by previous campers: http://showcase.kapparate.com/about-showcase/

Kapparate Computer Camp Curriculum
· For elementary students age 9-11:
Learn how to do amazing things with your computer, from creating your own website, making audio/video, and game modding. No computer experience required.

· For middle and high school students age 12 and up:
Students spend the first half of the camp learning computer science and programming topics through projects involving music, video, encryption, games and math. During the second half , students do a project individually or in groups, and make a presentation on the last day of the camp. The best project will be awarded a prize.

Get Hands On at the BU CityLab Science Program

Gann Academy in Waltham is excited to once again host the Boston University School of Medicine CityLab Biotechnology summer program. This program provides an opportunity for students to develop a deeper understanding of basic techniques and concepts related to DNA science. While working in teams, the students assume the role of a biotechnology company and work together to design and carry out an investigation to solve problems in biotechnology.

New this summer is the Solving Science Mysteries program designed for rising 7th, 8th and 9th graders. Students will solve problems by applying the same techniques and concepts of genetics and molecular biology used in modern research laboratories. Students will solve a crime scene mystery, test for genetic disorders and much more.

For more information, visit http://gallery.mailchimp.com/cb4bec1e3173c650acfd51ab0/files/MS_SL_at_Gann.pdf
or http://www.bumc.bu.edu/citylab/summerlab/curriculum/

ZooCamp Summer Registration Open

Give your child an incredible experience at ZooCamp this summer. Campers at ZooCamp learn about a new theme every day through hands-on-activities designed to engage youth and get them excited about the natural world. At ZooCamp they will meet animals up close, tour behind the scenes, make new friends, and grow all under the leadership of our diverse, enthusiastic, caring staff. Ages 5-11.

For more information and to register  www.campfireusa-emass.org or call 617-745-4150.

Math Summer

Summer is a great time to catch up, keep up and get ahead in Math.

Mathnasium Learning Center in Newton Highlands offers individualized math summer programs in a fun, relaxing environment. Schedule your math tutoring sessions vacations and camps. Save $50 when you register by May 31st.

Visit  www.mathsummer.com or call for Free Trial 617-340-3665.

Arsenal Center’s Spring and Summer Art Class Schedules Now Online

Registration is now open for the Arsenal Center for the Arts spring and summer art classes and workshops. Children’s classes (for K-8) include Art Adventures, Clay Projects, Mixed-Media, Comics & Cartoons, Wheelthrowing, Drawing, Painting and more. Fun Parent/Child workshops (for toddlers and up) are also available.

Spring classes begin the week of March 31st. Summer classes begin the week of June 16th. Classes are held at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street in Watertown, with free parking and access to public transportation. Scholarships and Member discounts are available.

For class descriptions, visit www.arsenalarts.org. To register, call 617-923-0100, ext. 8309.

 

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LatinSummer Camp

Introducing “LatinSummer Boston,” a two-week summer enrichment program that provides students in grades 1-7 a unique chance to learn about Latin and the classical world! Creative and enthusiastic instructors will provide a wide array of exciting and hands-on activities that introduce students to many varied aspects of classical and conversational Latin, Greco-Roman mythology, and Roman culture and daily life. No prior knowledge of Latin or Classics is required.

LatinSummer Boston will run from July 21st – August 1st, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm   at The Brimmer & May School in Chestnut Hill. Registration fee is $295 with significantly reduced rates also available depending on financial need. Tee-shirts provided! Registrations are accepted by mail or online through May 31st. For more information and to register, please visit www.ascaniusyci.org/boston – this summer, let’s carpe diem and do as the Romans did!

Summer Basketball Camp

Summer is right around the corner. The Joe Jones Basketball Clinic will run from June 30th – July 3rd, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. This is a great opportunity for your child to receive individual instruction as well as learn the value of hard work and teamwork.

The clinic will be held at Case Athletic Center on the campus of Boston University. It is designed for boys & girls ages 7-18. The clinic fee is $225.00. Register via the website www.coachjonesbasketballclinics.com.

 

Newton Community Farm announces 2014 summer High School Intern program

Newton Community Farm, 303 Nahanton Street,  is now accepting applications for their 2014 summer High School Intern program. Summer internships are unpaid opportunities for high school students to learn about sustainable growing practices and community farming in a fun, friendly environment. No experience is necessary; just a desire to learn and work hard. Minimum requirement for the internship is 8:00 am to noon, three days per week for two, consecutive weeks. After the trial period and with agreement of the Farm Manager, interns can increase the number of hours, days, and/or weeks at the farm.,

If you are interested or if you want more information, please go to NCF’s website at www.newtoncommunityfarm.org.