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2009-2010 Events

March

W, Mar. 3: Grades 2-4 Science Fair (2-3 p.m., gym)

Th, Mar. 4: Grades 5-6 Science Fair (2-3 p.m., gym)

F, Mar. 12: International Day, No Hot Lunch Service

W, Mar. 24: Parent Seminar by Patti Aretz on "Affluenza," 6:00 p.m.

April

Th & F, Apr. 1-2: Grade 5 Overnight Trip

Th & F, Apr. 1-2: Parent Conferences, Rooms 1-3 Preschool and Grades K-4

F, Apr. 2: Parent Conferences (see above)--No School

M-F, Apr. 5-9: Spring Break--No School

F, Apr. 23: Spring Performance, Grades 5 & 6

Welcome to Summer Session 2009

The Gillispie School is located in the village of La Jolla and offers a wide range of fun, educational activities. A special summer awaits children in Preschool through Grade 4 as they participate in our camp, enrichment, or academic classes. Gillispie’s Summer Session is built on our school’s mission. Our program serves as a “springboard for children’s love of learning, creativity, and readiness for the future.”

Kim Haas
Kimberly Haas
Summer Session Director
858-459-3773 ext. 107
khaas@gillispie.org

Calendar

Session One: June 22 – July 3
Session Two: July 6 – July 17
Session Three: July 20 – July 31
Session Four: August 3 – August 14

Hours

The campus opens at 8:00 a.m. and closes at 5:00 p.m. Sign-in sheets will be available at drop off and pick up for early childhood students. Extended care is provided at no additional charge for Elementary students from 8-8:30 a.m. and 3-5 p.m.

Registration (New Policy)

Elementary applications will be available to Gillispie students enrolled during the 2009-2010 school year beginning Monday, March 16, at 7:00 a.m. Elementary applications will be accepted for all other students on Friday, March 20, at 7:00 a.m. Classes are filled on a first come first serve basis and parents may only sign up their child/children. In addition, because of the popularity of the art classes, a student may only be enrolled in one art enrichment class. Applications received by June 1, 2009, will determine class availability. Early childhood classes are only open to children enrolled in Preschool - Prekindergarten at Gillispie during the 2009-2010 school year. The application and prices are included in this packet.

Summer Session 2009 Early Childhood Application

Summer Session 2009 Elementary Application

Fee Policy

Fees vary and are indicated on the application in the packet. Payment for all registered classes must be submitted with your application. If payment is received before March 30, 2009, a 10% discount will apply. All classes are subject to adequate enrollment. If the minimum class size is not met, a full refund will be made. If a student withdraws on or before June 1, 2009, 90% of the fees will be refunded. No refunds are given after June 5, 2009.

Grade level and Conduct

All grade levels listed refer to the grade the student will be entering in September, 2009. Conduct expectations are outlined in the Parent Handbook (available at the front desk).

The Gillispie School will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected classification.

Early Childhood Day Camp

Preschool & PreKindergarten: Our early childhood teachers are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the physical, intellectual, and social development of young children. The teaching staff includes several Gillispie faculty members who have a wealth of teaching experience. Children will enjoy an array of activities during camp, including indoor and outdoor games, water play, crafts, dramatic play, and rhythm and movement. The early childhood classes are only open to children enrolled in Preschool - Prekindergarten at Gillispie during the 2009-2010 school year.

Elementary Day Camp

Kindergarten – Grade 4: Gillispie Day Camp provides an opportunity for children to have fun while learning. Children entering Kindergarten through Grade 4 will have a great time making new friends and creating lasting memories of the summer. Morning activities include sports, arts & crafts, games, and cooking. The afternoon activities change each session, but include swimming, Theatre & Art, and other creative projects.

Afternoon Camp Activities

Sessions One & Two:: Swimming at the Coggan Aquatic Center! The Coggan Aquatic Center swim instructors teach group lessons and each camper will be placed in the appropriate swim-level group and learn skills that will improve their swimming ability. After the lessons the campers will have free swim under the supervision of a certified lifeguard and the Gillispie teachers. The Coggan Aquatic Center is conveniently located at La Jolla High School.
Session Three:: Theatre & Art with Ms. Haas & Ms. Walters! The campers will be taught acting skills that include: facial expression, body language, and voice projection. All campers experience the thrill of being on stage. The fun continues as students create masks, costumes, and set designs for the final performance on Friday, July 31, at 2:00. Don’t miss the fun! Come and enjoy being a star!
Session Four:: Take a "crash course" in Demolition Derby, design a Mighty Metropolis, challenge the Battle Track, build and race a Locomotive faster than a speeding Worm Drive. Explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture. Children will be given instruction, design challenges, and competitions appropriate to their facility with LEGO™ Technic and System components. This class is not affiliated with the LEGO Group. The second week will be filled with super science experiments with Mr. Edwards.

Session One

Woodworking

Ms. Pirtle & Mr. Sim
Session One - June 22 - July 3
9:00-12:00
Grades 1-4
$380 per session

This class is designed to engage both boys and girls in the art of woodworking. The children will learn safety and the proper use of hand tools. Each child will make a pencil holder and build other wooden projects. Come and learn while having fun.

Magical Mathematicians

Session One - June 22 - July 3
9:00-12:00
Grades 1-2
$380 per session

Let your mind soar as you solve word problems, create math treats and learn tricks to spark your interest in math. Students will explore place value, addition, subtraction, money, and graphing in this math class filled with fun. This course is perfect for students who want to maintain or enrich their grasp of math concepts. Literature and manipulatives will be used to enhance the learning process.

Math Masters

Session One - June 22 - July 3
9:00-12:00
Grades 3-4
$380 per session

This class is designed to help children with math concepts and skill retention. Students will explore multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, place value, and rounding. Standardized test practice, games, and literature will all be a part of this fun, dynamic math class!

Violin or Guitar

(See Session Two for description.)
Violin - $120 per session
Guitar - $120 per session

Session Two

Extreme Art!

Ms. Walters
Session Two - July 6 - July 17
9:00-12:00
Grades K-2
$380 per session

Fabulous Clay! Awesome Paint! Incredible Pastels! On the Edge Sketching! Extraordinary Ink! Fantastic Photography! and much, much more! Take your imagination for a wild ride! Two art packed weeks of fun in the Gillispie Art Studio. If you just can’t get enough art, this is the summer class for you! Come join us.

Violin

Session Two: July 6 - July 17 M.W.F.
Violin One 3:15 - 4:00 Grades K-2
Violin Two 4:00 - 4:45 Grades 3-4
$120 per session

Budding violinists will experience the joy of making music together while learning the basics of string technique on the violin. Correct posture, bow hold, and music fundamentals are integral elements of this class. Maximum 5 students.

Guitar

Session Two: July 6 - July 17 M.W.F.
3:15 - 4:00
Grades 3-4
$120 per session

The fundamentals of guitar playing are introduced with a collaborative and fun approach. Learn to play with correct posture and hand position through the study of classical and popular techniques. Maximum 5 students.

Session Three

Sew Yourself Silly!

Sewing for Beginners
Ms. Blake
Sessions Three: July 20 - July 31
9:00-12:00
Grades 1-4
$380 per session

Boys and girls, join in and sew up a storm! Learn sewing basics such as sewing on a button and mending a hole. Create an extra-special sewing project that you’ll be sure to like. “Sew” why not sign up for some summer stitching with Ms. Blake?

Extreme Art!

Ms. Walters
Session Three - July 20 - July 31
9:00-12:00
Grades 2-6
$380 per session

Violin or Guitar

Session Three: July 20 - July 31 M.W.F.
Violin One 3:15 - 4:00 Grades K-2
Violin Two 4:00 - 4:45 Grades 3-4
(Violin - $120 per session)
Guitar 3:15 - 4:00 Grades 3-4
(Guitar - $120 per session)

(See Session Two for class description.)

Session Four

Reading Adventures

Mrs. Pirtle - Kindergarten
Ms. Schissler - Grade 1
Session Four: August 3-14
9:00-12:00
$380 per session

Reading Adventures is a class designed to encourage reading, writing, and spelling in a fun, nurturing environment. Educational games, books, songs, and worksheets will be used.

Reading Corner

Mrs. Davis - Grades 2-3
$380 per session
Session Four: August 4-15
9:00-12:00
$380 per session

This course is designed to help students gain confidence in reading and improve basic skills. Story writing, phonics, and standard readers will be used to meet the child’s individual needs. Love of reading is fostered through poetry reading, story telling, and teacher directed literature activities.

Project Funway!

Sewing Level Two
Ms. Blake
Session Four: Aug. 3 - Aug. 14
9:00-12:00
Grades 2-4
$380 per session

This class will build upon skills taught in Sew Yourself Silly-Sewing for Beginners! Design and sew a fashionable wardrobe for a wooden doll. You will also create sewing projects such as a pillow and a purse. The cost includes all the supplies and materials needed for the two-week class.

Extreme Art!

Ms. Walters
Session Four: Aug. 3 - Aug. 14
9:00-12:00
Grades K-6
$380 per session

Violin or Guitar

Session Four: Aug. 3 - 14 M.W.F.
Violin One 3:15 - 4:00 Grades K-2
Violin Two 4:00 - 4:45 Grades 3-4
(Violin - $120 per session)
Guitar 3:15 - 4:00 Grades 3-4
(Guitar - $120 per session)

(See Session Two for class description.)