Jun. 22, 2009
summer workshops
| We still have room for enrollment in some summer workshops. For more information contact Judy Mortkowitz at 619-2040 or jmortkowitz@yahoo.com
Each summer MacPherson Academy strives to provide students with creative learning fun to enhance their summer break experience. During this time we welcome students who are enrolled and not enrolled at the school to join us for the workshops. This year the workshops will be held at Apostles Anglican Church, 200 Colony Blvd., across the street from Christ the King Cathedral, on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from June 22 through July 8.
1. Roller Coasters to Ferris Wheels
Instructor: Barry Stamper
Time: 9-11 am
Students will receive hands-on experience in mathematics and physics, learning how these apply to their everyday world and recreation. They will build model amusement park rides while also building skills in mathematics and physics. No prior knowledge of physics is required. Math skills should be at 8th grade through high school. Mr. Stamper has a B.S. degree in Mathematics and a M.S. degree in Applied Mathematics. He is certified in Mathematics and Integrated Science.
2.Classic Films and Writing
Instructor: Judy Mortkowitz
Time: 1-3 pm
Students will experience an array of classic films and hone writing skills in areas of Cause and Effect, Satire and Irony, Character Identification, Symbolism and Metaphor, Character Analysis, Setting, Compare and Contrast, Dialogue, Short Essay, Point of View and other topics. This class will qualify for one semester of English credit.
3. Math Basics
Instructor: Barry Stamper
Time: 11 am-1 pm
The first purpose of the class is to prepare younger students to be successful in high school mathematics. The second purpose is to help high school students increase their scores on ACT and SAT tests in addition to improving over all scores in their regular math classes. Mr. Stamper is a gifted math and science teacher with extensive teaching experience.
4. Star Wars and Mythology
Instructor: Jane Ann Mortkowitz
Time: 11 am-1 pm
Explore the real-life and mythological connections to George Lucass classic series in this workshop. We will study the real world, historical and philosophical inspirations and links by studying the works of Joseph Campbell and others. Fun for all! Middle school ages and up.
5. Tigers Action Plan
Instructor: Merry Hatmaker
Time: 11am-1pm
This is a course curriculum designed by Tiger Woods and his father, Earl Woods, to give children access to their dreams. Tigers Action Plan helps kids realize they can act on their goals, make a difference and achieve their full potential. It is a program thats all about helping you discover your dreams and goals and showing you how to reach them. Tigers Action Plan is designed around specific activities and Volunteer Service Projects you create and execute. Along the way, well give you lots of tools and information to help you find out more about yourself, develop your talents, explore future careers, and make a difference in your world. Minimum participation of at least 4 students required.
6. Adventures in Creative Writing
Instructor: Diane Carnes
Time: 11 am 1 pm
The workshop will consist of reading short stories and / or poetry with discussion of the important elements of each type of writing. The student will then use these elements in writing projects of their choice.
Tuition and Fees: $180 for each workshop.
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