Camps are still being added!

June 16 - 20

Creative Writing
Instructor: Leslie S. March, Ph.D.
Designed for campers entering grade 5 through 9
Time: 9:00AM—11:45AM
Fee: $100

Students will respond to writing prompts, guided visualizations, and exercises to stimulate creative thinking. We will concentrate specifically on writing short pieces and poetry. At the end of the week, each student will receive a booklet of class writing. Peer evaluation and editing will increase participation, and sensitivity to others will be the tone of this class.  

FINE  ARTS  FOR  CHILDREN  1 (session 1)

Children ages 5– 8  will experiment with a variety of artistic materials while gaining experience in drawing, painting, and ceramics.  A different project will be planned for each day of the week  including  their own “Art Exhibit” on Friday.
Monday through Friday 10:00 AM-Noon
Fee: $135

FINE  ARTS  FOR  CHILDREN  2 (session 1)
Instructor: Tina Reilley
Designed for campers entering grades 3 through 5
Monday through Friday 1PM - 3PM
Fee: $135
More advanced techniques in drawing, painting, and ceramics will be introduced to children ages 9 – 14.

Tennis Camp
Director: Andy Stoner
For more information go to www.stonertennisacademy.com

June 23 through 27

FINE  ARTS  FOR  CHILDREN  1 (session 2)
Children ages 5– 8  will experiment with a variety of artistic materials while gaining experience in drawing, painting, and ceramics.  A different project will be planned for each day of the week  including  their own “Art Exhibit” on Friday.
Monday through Friday 10:00 AM-Noon
Fee: $130

FINE  ARTS  FOR  CHILDREN  2 (session 2)
Instructor: Tina Reilley
Monday through Friday 1PM - 3PM
Fee: $130
More advanced techniques in drawing, painting, and ceramics will be introduced to children ages 9 – 14.

MUSICAL MIX-UP
Instructor: Heather Woodbridge
Monday through Friday 10AM-Noon with an afternoon show on the 27th.
Fee: $110
Campers entering 3rd through 5th grades
Budding young actors and singers, grades 3-5, can hit the stage and participate in a mini-musical.  Students will act, sing and dance their way through the week.  On Friday, the actors will present their production to the entire camp.  Students interested should be outgoing and comfortable being on stage, singing and learning lines in a short amount of time. 

Cup Stacking
Instructor: Mona Northrup
Monday through Friday 10AM-Noon
Fee: $100
Campers Entering 3rd through 5th grades
In this camp you will learn how to stack and unstack, complete 3 different cycles of cup stacking, and race against your friends. Cup stacking is a great sport for all ages. It helps with motor skill and hand-eye coordination. Come join the fun and see what cup stacking is all about!

Everyday Science
Instructor: Mona Northrup
Monday through Friday 1PM-3PM
Fee: $110
Campers Entering 3rd through 5th grades
Campers will conduct a differentexperiment everyday and discuss how it applies to our everyday lives.

July 7 through 11

Chess Camp at Harrisburg Academy

 This summer USA Chess is offering a fun and entertaining chess camp at Harrisburg Academy. Children ages 5-16, from beginner to advanced are all welcome! USA Chess is the largest and premier chess camp organizer for children in the United States. Their staff is comprised of the finest children’s chess instructors in North America. Registration options include mornings, afternoon and all-day sessions. Campers experience chess instruction and play in a fun filled environment designed to improve their skills whether they are interested in casual or competitive chess. Tuition includes trophy, chess set and much more. Please visit: www.chesscamp.com for program details. Registration must take place directly with USA Chess and not through Harrisburg Academy.  

Video Creation Camp at Harrisburg Academy

NEW for 2008! If your child, ages 8-16, loves playing computer games then we have just the camp for them. Imagine how much fun they will have designing and programming their very own professional looking video games.  All that’s required is some computer know-how and a bit of imagination because there are no limits ! Tuition includes all instruction, software license, camp T-shirt, trophy, certificate with group photo and daily snack . Our camp uses state of the art computers & software combined with expert instruction.

For more information please visit: http://www.gamebuildercamp.com/video.htm or call 888.652.4377. Registration must take place directly with USA Chess and not through Harrisburg Academy.  

July 14 through 18

Horsing Around
Instructor: Ms. Amy Nickol
9:00am-11:30am (Field Trip Days may be longer)
Cost: $120 per camper

A mini-camp open to children entering grades k-4. The focus of the camp will be on horses and horseback riding. Children will be taught a basic knowledge of horse breeds, horse care, and horseback riding through hands-on activities. Activities include: horse crafts; reading horse books; a field trip to “CATRA” (Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association) in Grantville; a visit to Heritage Acres for a picnic, pony rides, and a lesson on grooming and barn safety. Special guests will visit to talk about their jobs with horses.

August 4 through 8

15th Annual Magic Bus” Camp
Campers entering grades 1 through 8
9:00AM-5:00PM / August 4-8
Fee: $270

Join us for our 15th year of the “Magic Bus” Camp. Each day we take an all day trip to an exciting location. All admissions are included in the price of the camp. Stay tuned for more details.