Location:Farmington STEAM

Academy 32800 W. 12 Mile Rd.

Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Session 1 June 21 - July 1

Monday - Thursday

Elementary

Elementary

Session 2 July 6 - July 15

Monday - Thursday (No School - July 5)

Summer

Enrichments

Summer

Enrichments

2021

Choose from a menu of options to build your summer learning experience.

2021Are you ready?

Let’s have some fun with engaging hands-on learning

this summer. Let’s get back to exploring, examining, and

enhancing unique and fun ideas. Our fun-filled summer camp will allow you to have a wonderful

experience with Camp Invention, Math Exploration, and amazing hands-on learning. Grab your mask and buckle up as your camp leaders guide you

on an exciting adventure.

Choose from a menu of options to build your summer learning experience.

Register Early

Math Core: K-1This class will focus on strengthening math concepts through small group instruction, math games, and activities. These classes will reinforce math skills learned this year and provide support for the next grade level. Session 1 & 2 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. 1:25 - 2:25 p.m. 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Reading/Writing Core: K-1This class will incorporate activities that will develop reading and writing skills and stamina through small group instruction with a variety of experiences. Session 1 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session 1 & 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m. Session 2 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m.

K - 1 • Core Classes

Core SelectionsIf registering for core classes, please register your child for the grade

level that they completed in the 2020-2021 school year.

K - 2 • Encore Classes

Grades 2 - 5 • Core Classes

Math Core: 2-3 & 4-5This class will focus on strengthening math concepts through small group instruction, math games, and activities. These classes will reinforce math skills learned this year and provide support for the next grade level. Grades 2 - 3 Session 1 & 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Session 1 & 2 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m. Session 1 & 2 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.Grades 4 - 5 Session 1 & 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Session 1 & 2 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m. Session 1 & 2 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Reading/Writing Core: 2-3 & 4-5This class will reinforce your child’s reading and writing skills and stamina. Using the workshop model, students will participate in a daily mini-lesson and independent reading, while also developing writing skills. These classes will also target areas of concern and provide support for the next grade level. Grades 2 - 3 Session 1 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m.Grades 4 - 5 Session 1 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m. Session 2 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

K - 1 • Camp InventionSession 1 - 11:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 3:30 p.m. Session 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. Session 2 - 1:25 - 3:30 p.m.

Grades 2 - 5 • Camp InventionGrades 2 - 3 Session 1 - 11:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 3:30 p.m. Session 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. Session 2 - 1:25 - 3:30 p.m.

Grades 4 - 5 Session 1 - 11:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 3:30 p.m. Session 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 2:25 p.m. Session 2 - 1:25 - 3:30 p.m.

Camp Invention

The Camp Invention Program provides a unique learning environment for students to explore STEAM via hands-on, problem solving activities that promote authentic development in creativ-ity and confidence, with a STEAM interest. The immersive interdisciplinary curricula inspires students to become curious about their world and empowers them to have an innovative mindset.

Art in Nature - Students spend time sketching and drawing images in nature and using various materials and mediums to recreate these images. Session 1 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m. Session 2 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session 2 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Brain Games - Kids learn through activities and play. Games may include: Seek-A-Boo, Giant Blocks, Giant Puzzles, Balls & Instruments, Abacus, Giant Memory Games, Dinosaur Escape, Imagination Mag-nets, Code Hopper, Block Buddies, Dig It Up, Start Up Circuits, Brain Box Early Learning Games, Magna tiles, Playful Chef, Marble Run, Count Your Chickens, Brain Box, Share and Sparkle, Feed the Woozle,

Stardust Putty Lab, Extreme Dot to Dot Stickers, and Mermaid Island. Session 1 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.

Dance Fever! - Students dance and move to kid-friendly songs, watch videos and immerse themselves in learning various styles of cultural dance including but not limited to Brazil: Samba, China: Dragon Dance, Cuba: Salsa, Russia: Ballet, Switzerland: Traditional Folk Dance, Argentina: Tango, Japanese: Kabuki, Austria: Viennese Waltz and MORE! Session 1 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m. Session 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m.

Future Fashion 2030 - Do you enjoy color, style, and design? Well, design your way into the year 2030 fashion and jewelry. We will sketch, design, and model our own pieces in class. Session 1 & 2 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m.

Grades 3 - 5 • Encore Classes

Game of Games - Math and Science and Social Studies Oh MY! Students will reinforce skills in Social Studies, Math, and Science through game play. Games that may be included based on availability: Scrabble Junior, Zingo, Sequence Numbers, Rock On, Moons and Planets: Solar System Memory, Magic School Bus: Science Explosion, Catan Jr., Great States Jr., Explore the World, In a pickle, Buzz Word Jr., Rack-O, Blokus, Even Steven’s Odd, Somebody, What’s the Matter, Dr. Dreadful Scabs and Guts, Careers, Scrabbled States of America, Monopoly City. Session 1 & 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m. Session 2 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Happy Harvest - Learn to make snacks from healthy produce. Learn about healthy foods that are easy to make and yummy as well. Make, eat, repeat.

Session 1 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Session 2 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m.

Kid Yoga - Stretch, turn, tumble, leap, jump, play through movement, musical interpretation, and more! Come join a class that will help prepare our world travelers for engaging with locals through movement and music. Session 1 & 2 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session 1 & 2 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Lego Coding Express - Inspire early learners to explore early coding concepts such as sequencing, looping, and conditional coding, while developing problem-solving skills, critical thinking, collabora-tion, and social and emotional skills. Session 1 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m. Session 2 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

STAR Action – Do you love to act and sing? Do you want to be a star? Work with other students to put on scenes from your favorite books, stories, and movies. Work on memorization techniques, voice projection, fluency, and developing your character. Perform in small groups and for your class! Session 1 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Session 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m.

The Great Outdoors - Children need to get outside and play! This class is perfect. Students will play traditional games: Hopscotch, Hide and Seek, Kick the Can, Capture the Flag, Parachute, Red Light/Green Light, Four Square, Jump Rope, Double Dutch, Jacks, Marbles, Mother May I, Simon Says, Tag, Traffic Cop, Freeze Tag, and MORE! Session 1 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m. Session 1 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Session 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Session 2 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m.

Art in Nature – Students spend time sketching and drawing images in nature using various materials and mediums to recreate these images. Session 1 & 2 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session 1 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Session 2 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m.

Chess Masters - Have you thought about the benefits of learning the strategic game of Chess? This class is designed to teach children with no or little knowledge, the game of chess. Introduction to the chessboard kingdom, rules of chess, and having fun playing with classmates! Session 1 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Session 2 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m.

Future Fashion 2030 - Do you enjoy color, style, and design? Well, design your way into the year 2030 fashion and jewelry. We will sketch, design, and model our own pieces in class. Session 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.

Game of Games - Math, Science, and Social Studies, Oh MY! Students will reinforce skills in math, science, and social studies through game play. Games that may be included, based on availability are: Scrabble Junior, Zingo, Sequence Numbers, Rock On, Moons and Planets: Solar System Memory, Magic School Bus: Science Explosion, Catan Jr., Great States Jr., Explore the World, In a Pickle, Buzz Word Jr., Rack-O, Blokus, Even Steven’s Odd, Somebody, What’s the Matter, Dr. Dreadful Scabs and Guts, Careers,

Scrabbled States of America, and Monopoly City. Session 1 & 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m. Session 2 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Kid Yoga - Stretch, turn, tumble, leap, jump, play through movement, musical interpretation, and more! Come join a class that will help prepare our world travelers for engaging with locals through movement and music. Session 1 & 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m.

Kitchen Harvest - Learn to make yummy snacks!!! Given a bowl of ingredients, students will work in teams to come up with an original recipe. After preparing their dishes, “judges” will do a taste test and award the winning chefs! Everyone needs a tasty delicious snack! Session 1 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m. Session 2 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.

Lego WeDo 2.0 - LEGO Education WeDo 2.0 Core Set is a hands-on STEM solution that combines the LEGO brick, classroom-friendly software, engaging standards-based projects, and a discovery-based approach. Designed with collaboration in mind, each Core Set supports two students, introducing them to computational thinking and engineering principles in a fun and engaging way. Session 1 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Session 1 - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Session 2 - 9:35 - 10:35 a.m. Session 2 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m.

Mini-Business - Become an entrepreneur! Learn about the market economy and basic economic skills by creating and marketing a small product to other students. You’ll create and print your own money to run your own business! Session 1 & 2 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m.

STAR Action – Do you love to act and sing? Do you want to be a star? Work with other students to put on scenes from your favorite books, stories, and movies. Work on memorization techniques, voice projection, fluency, and developing your character. Perform in small groups and for your class! Session 1 & 2 - 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

K - 2 • Encore Classes

For more information, visit: www.farmington.k12.mi.us/summer-school

Important Information

REGISTERRegistration Deadline Friday • June 11, 2021 1. Register Online: http://bit.ly/FPS21Elem 2. Space is limited. As courses fill up, they will no longer appear on the registration form. 3. For additional assistance, contact 248.489.3827

Kindergarten Classses: Kindergarten classes are designed for students who are five-years-old by December 31, 2021. Visit www.farmington.k12.mi.us for more information. Lunch: Lunch is NOT provided: Students staying for lunch will be required to bring a bag lunch with them.

Arrival & Departure: For your child’s safety, he/she must be picked up immediately after class. Please sign your child in and out daily. Students picked up after 3:45 p.m. will be charged the $18.50 daily drop-in fee for after care.

Cancellations: Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment requirements will be canceled. You will be notified of cancellations or other program changes.

ENRICHMENT QUESTIONS? Please do not contact Farmington STEAM Academy.Contact: Crystal Etheridge - Elementary Summer School SupervisorEmail: Crystal.Etheridge@fpsk12.netCall: 248.489.3827

Before/After CareThe Farmington Family YMCA will be providing before and after care during summer enrichments. Before/After Care Hours: 7 - 8:30 a.m. and 3 - 6 p.m.AM Care: $6.50/day for morning care onlyPM Care: $15/day for after care onlyAM & PM Care: $18.50/day for a.m. and p.m.Friday Care: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. - $48/day - lunch included - Offered offsite at the Farmington Family YMCA.Register: http://bit.ly/YMCACare

Before/After Care YMCA Questions: Contact: Tanya Murphy at tmurphy@ymcadetroit.org and/or Lauren Savage lsavage@ymcadetroit.org

Class Fees

Residents: NO COST if you reside within the FPS District boundaries. Registration is not available to non-residents at this time.

Farmington Public Schools shall not discriminate against any person based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status in any of its programs, services, activities or employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: Director, State & Federal Programs, School Improvement, School Safety, Title IX Coordinator, 32789 W. Ten Mile, Farmington, MI 48336, or by email at tyrone.weeks@fpsk12.net.

Grades 3 - 5 • Encore Classes

Farmington Public Schools, their agents and employees, are not responsible for damages, losses, or bodily injury which could result from participation in this

The Great Outdoors - Children need to get outside and play! This class is perfect. Students will play traditional games: Hopscotch, Hide and Seek, Kick the Can, Capture the Flag, Parachute, Red Light/Green Light, Four Square, Jump Rope, Double Dutch, Jacks, Marbles, Mother May I, Simon Says, Tag, Traffic Cop, Freeze Tag, and MORE! Session 1 - 11:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m. Session 2 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m.

Virtual Reality - ClassVR is a ‘stand alone’ Virtual Reality headset complete with a unique student-friendly interface, gesture controls, embedded educational resources and simple-to-use teacher controls. ClassVR is a groundbreaking new technology designed to help raise engagement and increase knowledge reten-tion for students of all ages. Session 1 & 2 - 10:40 - 11:40 a.m. Session 1 - 1:25 - 2:25 p.m.

If a class no longer appears on the

registration form, the class is closed or full and is no longer available.

Register EarlyLimited Capacity

Register Early Limited Capacity

There is something for everyone in the Farmington Public Schools’

K-5 Summer Enrichments Program.