Steppingstone Summer Day Camps are open to the public.
| Computer Take Apart! ($200) |
Dr. Morse |
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Session I-A: June 14 - 18
Four years of medical school and a surgical residence are not required to dissect a working computer! We will look at the important parts under a microscope and learn how the parts work alone and together. Be prepared to have fun!
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| About the Instructor |
Dr. Morse, Biophysics Prof. Emeritus, Illinois State Univ., Pres. of Scientific Software Services and Steppingstone Computer Programming instructor
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| What’s Bugging You? ($210) |
Grandpa Don Gaines |
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Session I-B: June 14 – 18
How many legs does a bug have? How about six or maybe even eight? Does a bug have 2 or 3 body parts? Where do they live? How about we build some houses for some of them so we can watch how they eat and what kind of houses they build. Sign up, and when we’re finished, not so many bugs will BUG you!
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| About the Instructor |
Grandpa Don Gaines, retired engineer, inventor and instructor for Science is Super, a Steppingstone After School Program
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| Young Author’s Workshop ($230) |
Janelle Schultz |
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Session II-A: June 21 – 25 (Ages 8 - 12)
Full of imagination? Is storytelling fun and exciting? Know characters who need "storybook homes"? If so, this is the camp for you! Use an author’s process (brainstorming, character and plot development, editing, etc.) to create a work of fiction with illustrations and/or photos. Take home a hard-bound book for a long-lasting tribute to your efforts!
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| About the Instructor |
Janelle Schultz , Steppingstone instructor
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| Cooking from Scratch ($250, includes lunch) |
Emiko Bigler |
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Session II-B: June 21 – 25
Come to cook and learn to bake from scratch. From chicken pot pies and bread to brownies,
we will learn about kitchen safety, the importance of measuring and kitchen chemistry! Join us for a week of fun in the kitchen.
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| About the Instructor |
| Emiko Bigler, Steppingstone alum, graduate of Hope College, and gourmet cook
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| Ever Wonder How Bridges Stay Up? ($200) |
Carol Powell |
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Session III-A: June 28 – July 2
Explore the design and strength of bridges. In this class young scientists learn key design principles that are needed to build bridges. They will "bridge" the gap between science and engineering concepts while using toothpicks to construct simple bridges and test their strength. To add variety, campers will also use these principals to construct and destruct towers and cranes.
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| About the Instructor |
Carol Powell, Steppingstone instructor
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| Volleyball ($200) |
Janelle Schultz |
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Session III-B: June 28 - July 2
Students will develop basic skills and strategic play as well as team-building, leadership and sportsmanship. Parents are invited to observe skills and cheer for their child at the "Camp Conclusion Match" on Friday.
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| About the Instructor |
Janelle Schultz, Steppingstone teacher & Volleyball Coach
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| Computers + Music = Fun! ($200) |
Oliver Thompson |
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Session III-C: June 28 - July 2
Learn from a highly energized "real life" composer who will break down musical concepts for even the newest of learners. Students will learn, record, and compose all kinds of music using fun programs on the computer. Campers will record their music and save it as a "track." Using various software, this track can then be added to other tracks, such as a drum beat, guitar or orchestral instruments. Learn basic music theory, history, and composition. Build self-confidence through music while always having a blast!
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| About the Instructor |
Oliver Thompson, BM graduate in composition at Oakland University and freelance composer
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| Scrapbooking 101 ($230) |
Mary Gage |
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Session IV-A: July 12 – 16
Ever wonder what to do with all those pictures? Give them to your child to organize during this camp. By Friday, children will have the photos artistically laid-out into a memorable, individualized album. Campers will learn to design page layouts, incorporate short written captions, crop photos, and cut paper with artistic style and flair.
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| About the Instructor |
| Mary Gage, Instructor of Art at Steppingstone, a graduate of Aquinas College, exhibited her art locally and throughout the Midwest
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| Japanese ($200) |
Mieko West |
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Session IV-B: July 12–16
The Japanese Camp is primarily based in learning to speak and write some Japanese words using the Hiragana and Katakana alphabets. Campers will sing songs and play traditional Japanese games, make Origami figures, listen to Japanese literature, participate in storytelling, and practice in Dalcrose Rhythmic music activities. Children will also have instruction in Japanese calligraphy and cook traditional foods.
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| About the Instructor |
Mieko West, a native of Japan, graduate of Asian Languages at U of M, and Steppingstone's Japanese teacher
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| Think You Can Act? ($200) |
Kathy Nellett |
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Session V-A: July 19 – 23
Join this theater camp to see if you have a future on Broadway. This is your chance to find out if acting is your bag. This camp will provide you with an introduction to the world of theater and will cover vocal performance/articulation, stage presence, eye contact, ensemble building, and character work. Teacher will adapt lessons depending on ages and skill level of campers. There will be a short performance on Friday at 3:00 p.m.
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| About the Instructor |
Kathy Nellett, Steppingstone Creative Dramatics Instructor
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| Blender Game Animation ($200) |
Dr. Morse |
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Session V-B: July 19 – 23 (Ages 8–12)
Blender is an open-source, free, and powerful tool for animation. Learn to use Blender to make games by creating characters and linking their movement to a mouse, keyboard, or even a joystick. Copies of the most current version of Blender with plenty of examples, Blender’s Game Engine, Game Toolkit, and much more will be included on a CD that students can use home and keep. Be prepared to have fun and work hard!
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| About the Instructor |
Dr. Morse, Biophysics Prof. Emeritus, Illinois State Univ., Pres. of Scientific Software Services and Steppingstone Computer Programming instructor
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| Watt’s Up? ($210) |
Grandpa Don Gaines |
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Session VI-A: July 26 – 30
What is a Watt? What is an Amp? How are they related? Why are they necessary? Can they do work? Boy, that is sure a lot of questions! Why not register for this camp and see if we can come up with a few answers? We will also learn how to be safe around electricity. Sign up and get ready for a shocking good time!
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| About the Instructor |
Grandpa Don Gaines, retired engineer, inventor and instructor for Science is Super, a Steppingstone After School Program.
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| Robotics and so Much More! ($230) |
Keith Bozin |
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Session VI-B: July 26–30 (Ages 9–12)
These hands-on activities are the core of technology. Use math and science concepts to design, construct, and program robots with a design competition on Friday. Campers will also study simple machines and the principles of motorized machines.
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| About the Instructor |
| Keith Bozin, Instructor of Physics, Chemistry, & Robotics at Lawrence Tech University and Schoolcraft College
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| Fiesta! ($200) |
Francisca Roth |
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Session VII-A: August 2 - 6
This is a Spanish language class - but so much more! During each session, campers make crafts and play games while interacting with other children using Spanish vocabulary. The computer lab will be used to research cultural clothing, foods, and games. On Friday, students will enjoy cooking, sampling foods, and playing games that are popular in Latin countries - don’t pack lunch on this day!
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| About the Instructor |
Francisca Roth, a native Spanish speaker, Berkely Public School teacher who uses immersion techniques
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| Creative Arts and Crafts ($210) |
Mary Gage |
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Session VII-B: Aug 2 - 6
Campers will have fun expanding their imagination and creativity while completing craft projects such as jewelry making, masks, and so much more. They will enjoy various activities that will allow them to explore different artistic concepts. Students’ artistic skills will develop while having have fun. Be sure to dress for the mess!
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| About the Instructor |
Mary Gage, Instructor of Art at Steppingstone, a graduate of Aquinas College, exhibited her art locally and throughout the Midwest
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| Suzuki Violin Camp ($350) |
Dr. Marc Levine and Dr. Tami Morse |
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Session VII-C: August 2 - 6
Sharpen your violin skills in only one week by working intensely with two visiting music doctorates! This is perfect for students wanting to experience solo and ensemble performance. In addition to traditional private lessons, students will learn about baroque performance, use baroque bows, music history and theory, and have the opportunity to play the harpsichord. This class is open to high school students.
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| About the Instructors |
Dr. Marc Levine, Doctor of Musical Arts in violin performance and Dr. Tami Morse, Doctor of Musical Arts in harpsichord performance
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| Fencing Fun! ($200) |
Maestro Jerzy Radz |
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Session VIII-A: August 9 - 13 (Ages 10 - 12)
Experience the exciting world of fencing, no experience necessary! Students will receive instruction in footwork and technique, take part in fencing drills and games, learn about the history of fencing, and even compete in an in-class fencing tournament! Instructors are nationally trained with years of experience in making the sport accessible and fun for every child while building self-esteem and confidence!
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| About the Instructor |
| Maestro Jerzy Radz, Steppingstone’s Fencing Instructor and Head of Wayne State University fencing program since 1981 and coach to seven different national champions
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