Sr. Maria Pares` Basketball Camp School of Rock A Book of Your Own

{ week one & three }
Sr. Maria Pares’ Basketball Camp
Two sessions: June 28-July 2 & July 12-16, 9 am- 3 pm,
girls entering grades 3-9
Coach: Sr. Maria Pares ‘58, SHA Varsity basketball coach and former head coach
at Marquette University.
SEPARATE APPLICATION REQUIRED, PLEASE CALL
834-2101 EXT 301 TO REQUEST.
School of Rock
{ week one }
June 28-July 2
Bring out the rocker in you! This camp will explore many
aspects of songwriting - including inspiration and craft,
composition, and performance with award-winning musician and songwriter Alison Pipitone. Your week will include
an exploration of building a song, looking closely at the lyrics
of some your favorite songs, writing your own lyrics, developing a melody for your song, and creating a group song. You’ll
learn the process of putting music to words, exploring the art
of performance, using a microphone and singing, and finallyrecording a song to take home and share with your family and
friends. No experience necessary; just a willingness to meet
your inner rocker!
June 28-July 2 AM camp
Instructor: Alison Pipitone
Alison Pipitone is a nationally recognized award-winning singer, guitarist and
songwriter and has been performing with the Alison Pipitone Band for the past ten
years and most recently the band, Girls Gone Mild. She is a seven-time winner of
the Buffalo Music Award for Top Original Female Vocalist (2003-2008) and
her band garnered the Top Original Rock Band Award in 2005. She has toured
extensively throughout the United States, opening for a variety of bands including
Barenaked Ladies, Lowest of the Low, and 5440.
A Book of Your Own:
Poetry and Bookmaking
Work closely with a professional writer from Just Buffalo Literary Center, discovering new and creative ways to turn your ideas
and dreams into poems. Specific lessons include: developing
your writer’s voice, composing a personal statement, exploring your inner personality and poetic sensibility. The camp will
end with learning paper folding and bookbinding techniques to
make your own handmade artist’s book. Don’t miss this chance
to share your writing talents with family and friends!
June 28-July 2, AM camp
Instructor: Margaret Konkol, Just Buffalo Literary Center
Margaret Konkol is a Ph.D. student in the Poetics Program at SUNY Buffalo. She
received her M.A. from the University of Virginia and her B.A. from Reed College. Her
poems have found homes in Small Press Collective, Rude Girl Press, Buffalo Vortex,
Fusion and Love Factory.
Sculpture Camp:
Create Yourself in 3-D
{ week two }
July 5-9
Using a variety of materials and techniques, create a small scale
model of yourself as well as a life-size sculpture! You will explore
3-D art including gesture and pose and how it communicates emotion and ideas. Add a collage to your sculpture to make it truly a
one-of-a-kind work of art. A fun hands on camp for all girls. To
see an example of the sculptures, visit our website at www.sacredheartacademy.org/Admissions/Workshops and Summerspace.
July 5-9, AM camp
Instructor: Shirley Tokash Verrico, Art Educator
For the past 15 years, Shirley Tokash Verrico has worked in Western New York as an
educator, artist, and cultural critic. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Master of Arts and
Humanities and is a NY State Certified art teacher. Her artwork and her writing explore
the use of art to communicate ideas beyond the simple production of the object itself. Ms.
Verrico teaches students that art is about ideas and as artists, they must be thinkers as well
as makers.
Babysitting 101: How to Start a
Babysitting Business
Everything you need know to launch your own babysitting business!
Begin with the two-day Red Cross certification course; thenlearn
how to market your babysitting business through creation of personalized flyers and business cards; engage in activities designed for
all ages; and finally put your skills to the test with a day of hands-on
learning from diaper changing, bottle making, game playing and
more with kids from infants to toddlers.
July 5-9, PM camp, girls ages 11-15, only
Instructor: Faculty from the American Red Cross, and Melanie Whitney,
SHA Science teacher and Mom of two young girls
Cheerleading Camp
This cheerleading camp is for both beginner and experienced
cheerleaders. You will be introduced to the basics of cheerleading,
including motions, jumps, cheers, sidelines, and dances. For the
more experienced cheerleader, you will have the chance to work on
basic stunting technique and routines to take back to your elementary school teams.
July 5-9, PM camp
Instructor: Kirsten Smith Kenny ‘96, SHA Dance teacher and Cheerleading coach
A Leadership Experience
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 for
the 2011-12 school year.
July 5 – 9, 9 am – 3 pm girls entering grade 8 only
Instructor: Maria Clare ‘95, SHA Religion teacher & campus minister
Science Camp:
Lotions and Potions!
{ week three }
July 12-16
This is a hands-on camp where you will learn the science behind
“Lotions and Potions” and explore the fun and fabulous world of
beauty products. Design (and take home) your own products like
soaps, bath fizzes as well as learn how candy is made and design your
own personal treat. One field trip will be taken during the week.
July 12-16, AM camp
Instructor: Melanie Whitney ‘96, SHA Science teacher
Art Camp: The Sky’s the Limit
Have you ever wanted to take a ride on a Hot Air Balloon? During this week we will use a variety of art materials to make our own
sculptural hot air balloon mobiles and use art as a way to talk about
each of our own strengths, and identify our goals and dreams that we
want to rise to, individually and as a group. We will conclude with
our own mini hot air balloon launch ­— and we’ll launch ourselves as
well into our own bright futures! Emphasis on fun and creativity —
no art talent required!
July 12-16, AM camp
Instructor: Lisa Bonn Ishwardas, Art Educator
With a BA in Fine Art and Master’s Degree in Art Therapy, Lisa Bonn Ishwardas believes
everyone is an artist. Having worked in the Expressive Arts for over 20 years and a practicing artist herself, she is especially interested in helping others come to new understandings through their interactions with various media.
Do It!
Grab your camera as we head out for a week of “behind the scene”
tours of some fabulous destinations in Western New York. Excursions may include a tour of a television studio to see how news is
produced, an opportunity to learn the basics of golf, an in-depth
look at the wonderful world of ice cream and a look inside the attic
of the Buffalo Museum of Science. Itinerary is subject to change.
Maximum enrollment is 13 girls.
July 12-16, PM camp
Instructor: Melanie Whitney ‘96, SHA Science teacher
Service Camp
Spend a week sharing your time and talents by volunteering at a
variety of agencies throughout Western New York. Volunteer at
a different service site daily and learn about each organization.
This is a great opportunity to explore our gifts and talents and
to give back and make a difference in the community. 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 and to incoming Sacred Heart freshwomen.
July 19-23, AM camp
Instructor: Ruth Donner, SHA campus minister
Volleyball
CSI at SHA
Experience a behind the scenes look at crime scenes and forensic
science. You will be provided with the opportunity to use deductive
reasoning and scientific skills to uncover and explore the mystery of
unsolved crimes using current forensic techniques. Topics include
crime scene investigation, blood analysis, analysis of hair and fibers,
fingerprinting and DNA analysis.
July 12-16, PM camp
Instructor: Robyn Brewer, SHA Science teacher
Fit Camp
cial Foods and has worked as a caterer and private cook. Ms Callahan is a Yoga and
Pilates Instructor and teaches at several studios in the Buffalo area. Ms. Ziarnowski
is currently pursuing a Masters degree in Physical Education at Canisius College.
{ week four }
July 19-23
This weeklong camp will help you develop the skills for lifelong
health and fitness with an emphasis on healthy body image and acceptance of different body types. Each day you will sample different
kinds of exercise which could include stability balls, pilates, jump
ropes, and pedometers; learn how to make a nutritious snack or
meal; and gain a better understanding of food applications (ie,
reading labels, the food pyramid). In addition, there will be a day
each of yoga and self-defense. Maximum enrollment is 15 students.
July 19-23, AM camp
Instructors: Andrea Mott-Hollamby, Personal Trainer;
Liz Ziarnowski (self-defense), Megan Callahan (yoga)
Ms. Mott-Hollamby has a BS in Community Health Education from SUNY Brockport.
She is certified in nautilus, stability ball, pilates, cycling and personal training and has
operated her own fitness studio for the past four years. She also has a degree in Commer-
Both beginning and intermediate players are welcome. Beginning players will learn the basics of volleyball including passing,
setting, hitting and serving, and an introduction to team play.
Experienced players will further develop team skills with the volleyball player who has already mastered the basics. In addition,
we will teach offensive and defensive tactics through drills and
scrimmages.
July 19-23, AM camp
Coaches: Mr. Chris Jank, SHA Varsity volleyball coach and
Mr. Ron Stepien, SHA JV and Varsity assistant volleyball coach
Digital Art
Explore your creative side through digital art and photography.
You will learn the basics of digital photography and use Adobe
Photoshop to manipulate digital photos and to create multilayered art projects. We will then use your digital art to create
unique projects you can take home such as a t-shirt, sling backpack, and mousepad.
July 19-23, PM camp
Instructor: Ruth Donner, SHA campus minister & former yearbook advisor
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Interested in bringing out the actor in you? This camp will
cover all the basics of drama including writing for the stage
and performance, and stage management. Daily exercises
include warm-ups and acting activities designed to improve
skills. During the week you will write skits, rehearse, organize
costumes and props and then perform! Families are welcome
to the final performance.
July 26 –30, PM camp
Instructor: Karen Szalach, SHA English teacher and director of SHA’s dramas.
Mrs. Szalach is an actress and singer who performs locally, most recently with Kaleidiscope Theatre, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Lancaster Opera House.
>> All camps take place at Sacred Heart Academy,
except otherwise noted.
Address:
>> Summerspace offers both morning and
afternoon camps. Girls can pick a morning
camp, an afternoon camp or both.
City, State, Zip Code:
Phone & E-mail:
Check camp(s) desired
>> Morning camps are from 9 am - 12 noon, and
afternoon camps are from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm,
except where noted.
Week 1 (June 28- July 2):
School of Rock (AM Camp)
Poetry and Bookmaking (PM Camp)
>> Girls staying for both morning and afternoon
camps should bring a lunch and drink.
Refrigeration of lunches is provided. Snacks are
included each day.
Week 2 (July 5-9):
A Leadership Experience (9am - 3 pm), 8th graders, only
Sculpture Camp (AM Camp)
Babysitting Business (PM Camp)
Cheerleading Camp (PM Camp) Indicate yrs of experience ___________
Week 3 (July 12-16):
Science Camp: Lotions and Potions (AM Camp)
Art Camp (AM Camp)
Do It! (PM Camp)
Science Camp: Forensics (PM Camp)
Week 4 (July 19-23):
Fit Camp (AM Camp)
Service Camp (AM Camp)
Digital Art (PM Camp)
Volleyball (PM Camp) Indicate yrs of experience ___________
Week 5 (July 26-30)
Make It (AM Camp)
Intro to Lacrosse (AM Camp)
Drama 101 (PM Camp)
Catholic High School Entrance Exam Prep Course (PM Camp)
Sr. Maria Pares’ Basketball Camp (girls entering grades 3-9)
June 28-July 2 and July 12- 16
* Separate application required for Basketball Camp,
please call 834-2101 ext. 301 to request.
>> All camps are taught by Sacred Heart faculty
members unless otherwise noted.
Cost
>> Sacred Heart reserves the right to cancel courses
for which there is not sufficient enrollment.
Full day (two camps per week)s: $200
Half day (one camp per week): $125
Leadership Camp: $250
Family discount: $25 (two or more girls)
Financial assistance is available to qualified families through the generosity of the
East Hill Foundation. For more information, call the Admissions office,
834-2101 ext 311.
Questions?
Call Kirsten Kenny ’96,
Summerspace director
834-2101 ext. 329
www.sacredheartacademy.org
Spirit. Mind. Body.
Drama 101
Parent Name:
Summer camps for girls entering 5th–8th grades.
Saturday, November 20
July 26-30, PM camp, girls entering grade 8 only
Instructors: Tina Gilbert, SHA Math teacher, and Sue Farwell, director of
SHA’s Learning Center
Elementary School:
Catholic High School Entrance
Examination for 8th grade girls
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 16-November 6.)
>> Summerspace is open to girls entering grades
5-8 and incoming SHA freshwomen (must be
registered for 2010-11), except where noted.
Name of Camper
Saturdays: October 16-November 6
Catholic High School Entrance
Examination Prep Course
Grade Fall 2010:
High School Entrance
Examination Preparation Course
July 26-30, AM camp
Instructor: Emily Canty O’Donnell ‘04, SHA lacrosse coach
2010
Summerspace
The Details
Thursday, September 30, 5:00 -7:00 pm
Sunday, October 3, 11:00 am 2:00 pm
This camp will emphasize basic skills, techniques, and concepts. 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.
pm camps
12:30 pm-3:30 pm
Open House ‘10 for
Prospective Families
Introduction to Lacrosse
am camps
9 am-12 noon
Mark Your Calendar:
July 26-30, AM camp
Instructors: Bea Slick (candles,votives), Barbara Rooney ’74 (quilting), Jane
Coughlin (beading and pillowcases), Ruth Donner (baking)
Please mail the application form below and
check payable to Sacred Heart Acdemy to:
Summerspace 2010
Sacred Heart Academy,
3860 Main Street
Buffalo, New York 14226
Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
Non-profit
U.S. Postage
PAID
Buffalo, NY
Permit No. 1536
A week of learning new skills and crafts! Projects include
dressing up your bedroom with customized pillowcases, learning to bake fun treats, quilting your own carry-all bag, making
unique beaded bracelets, and homemade candles and votives.
Application Form
Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
3860 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14226
Make It!
{ week five }
July 26-30