Western New York Catholic School Summer Band Service Camp

am camps
9 am-12 noon
pm camps
12:30 pm-3:30 pm
Western New York
Catholic School Summer Band
The Paul Effman Music Service runs band programs at several
Catholic Elementary Schools and is offering a Summer Band
program for boys and girls entering grades 4-8. One year of
band experience is recommended. The program will focus on
a combination of small group instruction and full ensemble
rehearsals. A wide variety of music will be performed.
Five week session, Tuesdays and Thursdays,
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., beginning July 14.
Separate application required, please visit www.pemusic.com/assets/km2015summer-band-form.pdf
Service Camp
{ week one }
Spend a week sharing your time and talents by volunteering at
a variety of agencies throughout Western New York. Each day
we will volunteer at a different service site and learn about each
organization. Some possible service sites include: Canine Helpers for the Handicapped, Rainbow K School, American Cancer
Society, Hope Lodge, and Weinberg Campus. Maximum enrollment is 13 girls. Camp is open to girls entering grades 6-8.
June 29-July 2 (no camp on 7/3), AM camp
Instructor: Maria Clare, SHA campus minister
Introduction to Ukelele
Have you always wanted to learn how to play a musical instrument? The ukulele is fun and easy to learn! Over the course of
this camp you will learn everything from string names to tablature to strumming as well as the history and culture of Hawaiian
music. No experience necessary. We will provide the ukuleles
which will be available for purchase after the camp.
June 29-July 2 (no camp on 7/3), AM camp
Instructor: Riley Stepnick, SHA music teacher
Science Camp
Interested in all kinds of science? This camp will explore different science concepts within the lab in a fun and exciting way.
Activities to include making soap (and the science behind it),
edible chemistry experiments, and other sustainable projects to learn
about recycling and reusing every day materials.
June 29-July 2 (no camp on 7/3), AM camp
Instructor: Melanie Whitney, SHA Science teacher
Mixed Media Art Camp
Do you love creating art? This camp will teach you about a variety
of mediums and techniques to allow you to create several finished
works. You will glaze ceramic pieces, create three dimensional wire
sculptures, paint a mini tapestry and more! All levels of experience
welcome.
Printmaking
An introduction to the art of printmaking. You will explore a variety
of printmaking methods and materials including mono prints, reduction and wood blocks prints as well as silk screening. Create your
own beautiful works of art. No experience necessary.
June 29-July 2 (no camp on 7/3), PM camp
Instructor: Gina Cutrona, SHA Art teacher
July 6-10, AM camp
Instructor: Chris Kary, Art teacher, Buffalo Public Schools
Do It!
Introduction to Digital Photography
Join us as we head out for a week of doing new and different things at
some of Western New York’s most popular and unique destinations.
Maximum enrollment is 13 girls.
In this week-long workshop we will explore what it means to make
a portrait - of the self and others. We will begin with a quick survey
of portraiture (in various media). Camera and lighting techniques
will be reviewed before you begin to make your own portraits. The
class will culminate with each student producing four portraits of
themselves – traditional and/or abstract – and make them into an
accordion book.
June 29 – July 2 (no camp on July 3), PM camp
Instructor: Melanie Whitney ‘96, SHA Science teacher
Leadership Camp
{ week two }
This program encourages young women to explore and practice skills
in the 5 B’s of Leadership: Becoming a young adult leader, Belonging
to a community called school, Believing in God and one’s own self,
Building relationships and Bettering our world. If you would like to
be considered for admission to this program please attach a letter of
interest and/or a recommendation from a teacher or principal with
the application. Each participant is eligible for a $250 tuition credit
to Sacred Heart Academy upon registration at Sacred Heart for the
2016-17 school year.
July 6–10, 9 am – 3:30 pm girls entering grade 8 only
Instructor: Maria Clare ‘95, SHA Religion teacher & Campus Minister
CSI at SHA
Learn the basics of forensics technology and apply these not only
to the crime scene but also to environmental problems. Classroom
experimentation combined with fieldwork will enable you to better
understand the use of these scientific principles in the mysteries of
everyday life.
July 6-July 10, AM camp
Instructors: Sr. Mara Walton, SHA Science teacher
July 6-10, PM camp
Instructor: Nancy J. Parisi, SHA Art teacher, Freelance Photographer & Journalist
Arts & Crafts Camp
Do you enjoy making things? All week we will create different arts
and crafts projects, utilizing a variety of techniques and resources.
July 6-10, PM Camp
Instructors: TBD
Cooking Camp
{ week three }
Have you always wanted to learn how to cook and make meals for
your family? Learn how with chef Jill Forster of Nickle City Cheese
& Mercantile. This unique, hands-on learning experience will take
place at Artisan Kitchens & Baths (on Amherst Street in Buffalo,
transportation provided to and from Sacred Heart), with state-ofthe-art equipment and facilities. You will learn the basics of cooking
and spend one day creating desserts. Space is limited!
July 13-17, AM Camp
Instructor: Jennifer Forster, Owner, Nickle City Cheese & Mercantile
{ week four }
Fashion Design and Sketching
Introduction to Lacrosse
Join us for a week of fun learning how to design a line of clothes and
how to sketch designs using colored pencils and markers. We will
explore the fashion markets of New York, Paris and Tokyo. Using
actual fabric swatches, complete a fashion design project showing the
latest trends and colors. At the end of the week you will be amazed at
your success as we display the fashion designs. Class size is limited.
No experience necessary!
This camp will focus on the fundamentals of the game, emphasizing basic skills, techniques, and concepts. You will learn and
practice basic to intermediate stick skills including cradling,
passing, catching, and shooting drills. In addition, you will learn
offensive and defensive techniques and engage in daily scrimmages. Equipment needed: mouth guard, lacrosse goggles and
stick (SHA has a limited amount of sticks for those who don’t own
one).Team play will be highlighted as well as individual play.
July 13-17, AM Camp
Instructor: Darellyn McKnight, Alumni, Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC Fashion Designer, Barneys NY, Portrait Artist
Catholic High School Entrance
Examination Prep Course
Prepare yourself for the entrance exam in November. Learn strategies for test taking along with review in each section. Girls will take
a practice exam on the final day. (This course will also be offered
October 17-November 7.)
July 13-17, AM camp, girls entering grade 8 only
Instructors: Tina Gilbert, SHA Math teacher, and Eileen Maloney, SHA English teacher
Introduction to Filmmaking
Have fun in this hands-on engaging camp. Learn the art of pixilation animation which uses live actors and other objects to act as
stop-motion characters that can do ANYTHING and go ANYWHERE your imagination goes. You will work together as a group
to produce a short animated film that will be full of fantasy and fun.
The process will include instruction in stop-motion animation,
script writing, and video and sound production.
July 13-17, PM Camp
Instructor: Candace Camuglia, Squeeky Wheel
Music Camp - The Beat Goes On!
Get ready to groove…and move! This camp will explore the ‘rhythm of
music’ through performance with various hand-held drums, percussion, and keyboard instruments. We will also incorporate singing, calls
& responses, lyrics, rhythmic patterns and some movement/dancing
along with the drumming to create and perform pieces that are fun for
you and the audience! Instruments will be provided, but feel free to
bring your favorite drum! No previous experience necessary
July 13-17, PM Camp
Instructor: Terry Madill, SHA Music teacher
July 20-24, AM camp
Instructor: Linda Mroz, SHA lacrosse coach (2013 & 2014 Monsignor Martin
League Champions)
Jewelry Making 101
Would you like to pick up a new hobby and learn how to make
your own jewelry? This camp will teach you all the fundamentals
of jewelry making including how to use chain, wire, different
types of knotting cords and leather. You will make several trendy
pieces throughout the week that will give you the skills you need
to become designers and create your very own jewelry!
July 20-24, AM Camp
Instructor: Samantha Hoar ‘12
S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology,
Engineering, Art, Mathematics)
Camp
Explore the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and
math. Each day will revolve around one of these topics and
include a fun activity. This camp will challenge your mind and
highlight the power of female ingenuity!
July 20-24, PM Camp
Instructors: TBD
Stained Glass Fusion
Have fun making art by fusing glass using glass kilns. Make jewelry, frit cast ornaments, glass paintings, and so much more! This
class for beginners is totally hands on and very creative. You will
take home everything you make at the end of the week!
July 20-24, PM Camp
Instructor: Sister Ann Therese Kelly, Villa Maria College
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>> Morning camps are from 9 am - 12 noon,
and afternoon camps are from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm.
Musical Theatre
GRADE FALL 2015
>> Girls staying for both morning and afternoon camps should
bring a lunch and drink. Snacks are included each day.
Spend a week learning about live theatre and how to become a part
of it. Learn many different aspects of theatre, including movement,
dance, voice and acting, as well as other technical and creative components such as costumes, set design, and make-up. Each day you
will participate in a series of activities which will prepare you for a
performance piece to be presented on the final day of the program.
SCHOOL
>> All camps are taught by Sacred Heart faculty members
unless otherwise noted.
PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME(S)
>> Sacred Heart reserves the right to cancel courses for which
there is not sufficient enrollment.
July 27-31, AM camp
Instructor: Terri Filips, SHA Musical Director & Associate Theatre Professor,
Niagara University
CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Volleyball
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One camp...........................................................$125*
Check Camp(s) desired:
July 27-31, PM Camp
Instructor: Samantha Hoar ‘12
Family discount: $25/family (two or more girls)
{week one} June 29-July 2
{week four} July 20-24
○ Service (AM)
○ Ukulele (AM)
○ Mix It Up Science (AM)
○ Art (PM)
○ Do It (PM)
○ Lacrosse (AM Camp)
○ Jewelry 101 (AM Camp)
○ S.T.E.A.M. (PM Camp)
○ Stained Glass Fusion (PM Camp)
○ Leadership (Full Day)
○ CSI (AM Camp)
○ Printmaking (AM)
○ Digital Photography (PM Camp)
○ Arts & Crafts (PM Camp)
{week three} July 13-17
○ Cooking (AM Camp)
○ Fashion Design (AM Camp)
○ Prep Course (AM Camp)
○ Filmmaking (PM Camp)
○ Music (PM Camp)
{week five} July 27-31
○ Field Hockey (AM Camp)
○ Musical Theatre (AM Camp)
○ Volleyball (PM Camp)
○ Jewelry 102 (PM Camp)
Financial assistance is available to qualified families. For more information, call
the Admissions office, 834-2101 ext 311.
To register online visit www.sacredheartacademy.org or
mail application form and check (payable to Sacred Heart
Academy) to:
Summerspace ‘15
Sacred Heart Academy, 3860 Main Street
Buffalo, New York 14226
A confirmation email will be sent upon
receipt of application.
Questions?
Call the Admissions Office, 834-2101 ext. 311
www.sacredheartacademy.org
For girls in grades 4-7, Fall 2015
This camp will teach you all the fundamentals of jewelry making including how to use chain, wire, different types of knotting cords and
leather. You will make several trendy pieces throughout the week that
will give you the skills you need to become designers and create your
very own jewelry! For girls who have completed Jewelry Making 101
OR girls entering grades 7 and 8.
Leadership Camp ...............................$250 (no discounts)
* Service, Ukulele, Art, Science and Do It Camps (week of June 29-July 2, no
camps on 7/3): $100 for one camp, $175 for two camps
{week two} July 6-10
Jewelry Making 102
Two or more camps .......................................$100 each*
After-School Science Club
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For girls in grades 4-7, Fall 2015
July 27-31, PM Camp
Coach: Ron Stepien, SHA Science teacher
Cost
Mother-Daughter Book Club
This camp is designed to meet the needs of both beginning and
intermediate players. As a beginning player, you will learn the
basics of volleyball including passing, setting, hitting and serving,
and an introduction to team play. If you have experience you will
further develop your team skills with a volleyball player who has
already mastered the basics. In addition, we will teach offensive and
defensive tactics through drills and scrimmages.
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Summer Camps for Girls
entering 5th to 8th Grades
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July 27-31, AM camp
Instructor: Linda Mroz, SHA Field Hockey Coach
2015
Summerspace
>> Summerspace offers both morning and
afternoon camps. Girls can pick a morning camp,
an afternoon camp or both. There are many campers who
stay for a full day.
to current resident or
A confirmation will be mailed upon receipt of your registration.
>> All camps take place at Sacred Heart Academy,
except where noted.
Thursday, September 24, 5:00-7:00 pm
Sunday, September 27, 11:00 am-2:00 pm
pm camps
12:30 pm-3:30 pm
>> Summerspace is open to girls entering
grades 5-8 except where noted.
Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
Open House 2015 for
Prospective Families
am camps
9 am-12 noon
Mark Your Calendar:
This camp will focus on the fundamentals of the game, emphasizing
basic skills, techniques, and concepts. You will learn and practice
basic to intermediate stick skills including dribbling, passing, receiving, and shooting drills. In addition, you will learn offensive and
defensive techniques and engage in daily scrimmages. Equipment
needed: mouth guard, goggles, shin guards and stick (SHA has a limited amount of sticks for those who don’t own one).Team play
will be highlighted as well as individual play.
Please mail the application form
below and check to:
Summerspace 2015
Sacred Heart Academy
3860 Main Street
Buffalo, New York 14226
Details
Non-profit
U.S. Postage
PAID
Buffalo, NY
Permit No. 1536
Introduction to Field Hockey
Application Form
Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
3860 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14226
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