Period 2: 10:20-11:45

 

Card Games with Coach JP

Grades: 3-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45
Instructor: Jean Pierre (Coach JP)

Lab Fee: 15

Looking for a fun and educational activity to engage your child this summer? This class will combine the thrill of playing cards with the valuable lessons in strategy, math and critical thinking. From simple shedding games and matching games to trick taking and competitive games. e emphasis will be on social skills like teamwork, communication and sportsmanship as we learn to play classic games using just a deck of cards all the way to modern deck building games. Tournament style play for weekly champions will also be done.

 

Chamber Music for Strings

Grades5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Robert Folsom

Lab Fee: 10

Do you play a string instrument and want to get experience playing in small groups? Would you like to explore different genres of music on your instrument and rehearse in a fun and relaxed atmosphere? If so, Chamber Music for Strings is for you! In this course, you will get experience rehearsing and performing in small ensembles including duos, trios, and quartets. Individual groups will be formed based on level and experience and each group will play a role in choosing music from Mr. Folsom’s library of chamber music. Music choices will include classical, pop, bluegrass, and more. ere will be a small performance the last week of summer school. is course is for string players with at least one year of playing experience. Instruments include violin, viola, cello, and string bass.

 

Fundamentals of Weight Training

Grades: 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Brandon Garner

Lab Fee: 10

Want to get stronger?! This class will focus on building and maintaining athletic abilities. rough a combination of strength, endurance and flexibility. You will learn different weight training methods for beginners as well as more advanced liters. The focus will be on understanding the right form for safety and learning the joy of building up yourself and others. We will be using a state of the weight room at HMS that allows for multiple types of trainings in a safe environment.

 

Indoor-Outdoor Gaming

Grade: 1-3

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Angel Solis

Lab Fee: 15

Students will use critical thinking skills, hand eye coordination, sportsmanship, and teamwork learning to play indoor games and outdoor games. Indoor games will include Chess, checkers, Jenga, ping pong, and other board games. Outdoor games will include nontraditional games such as Ultimate Frisbee, Olympic handball, frisbee golf, lag tag and traditional games will include baseball, kickball, handball, etc... Each week will feature a different class tournament while focusing on positive behavior, sportsmanship, and respect.

 

Manga, Graphic Novels, and Comics

Grades: 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Eric Giford

Do you like reading Manga, Graphic Novels, and Comics? Have you ever wanted to try making your own? Join us as we read, write, and draw stories to share! No drawing or writing skills are required! We will have a manga, comic, or graphic novel to share at the end of our class.

 

Model Making Fun

Grades: 4-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Neil Almoite

Lab Fee: 15

Model Building has been offered as a Summer School class for over 40 years in San Marino. Many of our previous students have gone on to professions including engineering, dentistry, medicine and sciences. Model building improves reading comprehension, the ability to complete sequential activities, promotes patience and builds confidence in young students. Modelers provide their own kits and materials available at local stores. Most students succeed well with level 2-3 kits with some graduating to level 4. Most kits are automobiles, airplanes, ships or anatomical models.

 

Musical Theater

Grades: 1-5

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Lindsay Crary

Lab Fee: 10

Does your child love to sing and dance? Are they often dramatic and enjoy acting over the top? This Musical theater class provides the outlet they need to direct their creative energy into a fun performance! In this course students will be learning scenes from popular plays and musicals. Each scene is carefully chosen so there is a part for every child, at every level of skill. Students can choose what aspect they are comfortable participating in- be it only acting and stage movement, or incorporating dance and singing, or running backstage and tech operations. Students will improve in various skills based on the show that most interests them- but most importantly, students will have fun as they learn a bit about the theater, its history, and performing. is course will culminate in a musical showcase!

 

Robotics League

Grades: 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: John Gulick

Lab Fee: 5

Design and build two different robot models and compete against your friends. The first robot will be programmed to complete specific mission tasks on a robotics table. e second robot will be remotely controlled to compete in different games like Racing, Soccer, Capture the Flag, and even Battle Bots. (Space is limited to 16 students)

 

Science Smorgasbord

Grades: 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor- Michael Condie

Lab Fee: 50

Have your child feast on a cornucopia of hands-on science activities designed to stimulate their creativity and curiosity in science. Major topics include: anatomy, forensic science , geology, solar power, cooking chemistry, and blueprint & construction with balsa wood. is class is the perfect platform for learning various math, science, and engineering skills. Labs will include DNA extraction, various animal dissections, investigation of fossils, drawing blueprints and constructing balsa bridges to be tested for strength, building solar ovens to cook food, and making homemade ice cream to learn the science behind it. Still going strong after 20 years, this course fills up quickly, so enroll today.

 

Soccer Skills

Grades 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Moises Arreola

Lab Fee:

This class is designed to teach children the basics of soccer in a class or group setting. Led by HMS' current boys soccer coach, this class will focus on introducing young participants fundamental soccer skills, fostering a love for the game, and providing a positive and enjoyable learning experience. The class will cover aspects such as dribbling, passing, shooting, basic tactics, and teamwork. Age-appropriate activities, games, and drills are used to engage participants, promote physical activity, and develop both soccer-specific skills and general motor skills. We will aim to create a supportive environment where children can learn, have fun, and build a foundation for future involvement in the sport. Experienced and beginners are all encouraged to sign up!

 

Spanish for Beginners

Grades: 2-5

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Yvonne Mejia

Lab Fee: 10

Uno - Dos - Tres! Who is ready to learn Spanish? We will be learning the alphabet, numbers, greetings, about family, home and school by PLAYING fun games and skill-building activities. We will learn how to order of a menu in Spanish and enjoy a festive lunch the last week of summer school.

 

Soccer and Physical Education

Grades 1-4

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Allison Hensley

It’s Good to have GOALS! Run, Kick, Score, Repeat. Learn Ball Skills, Goalie Training, Conditioning Exercises and the Game of Soccer. Healthy body, healthy mind!

 

Sports and Recreational Courses

Grades: 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Arnett Mosley
Lab Fee: 0
"Let's ready to rumble!" Learn by participation in various sports and recreational activities. is course is designed to increase your self-confidence through active participation. We will participate in sports and recreational activities like soccer, golf, tennis, frisbee, dance, yoga and more.

 

Study Skills for Success

Grade: 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Elise Brunner

Lab Fee: 15

Establishing effective study habits is critical to a student’s success in school. This class will cover a variety of strategies that will help you boost your grades and set you up for academic success! Some of the topics that will be covered in this class are time management, note-taking, goal setting and prioritizing, paper organization, test preparation, test-taking strategies, homework and project planning, and memorization techniques .... just to name a few! Lessons are taught in a fun, engaging, and interactive manner. Additionally, students will read a selected novel in class as a way to practice new study strategies. The skills gained in this class will positively impact your life - both inside and outside the classroom!

 

Tennis Camp (Beginner/Intermediate - not for advanced or competitive players)

Grades: 5-7

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Roger Hollomand

Let's Hit! Have fun learning or improving your tennis skills.

 

Volleyball

Grades: 6-7

Period 2: 10:20-1145

Instructor: Jackson Wong

Pass, Set, Spike!!! is class will focus on the fundamentals of volleyball. Emphasis on the basics of serving, passing, hitting & setting, reinforced through game play and cooperative drills. is class will also incorporate learning through concepts of rotations, positions, rules, and strategies in defense and offense. Designed for more intermediate and advanced level players who want to train and practice for competitive volleyball on a school team or club team.

 

Visual Art

Grades: 3-5

Period 2: 10:20-1145

Instructor- Michelle Ohm

Lab Fee: 40
Visual Art: Painting and Drawing. Explore painting and drawing techniques in this summer intensive class. Students will have full use of all the art studio's materials in order to make as many works of art as they want. We will review observational skills and the elements of Art as well as work with our imaginations. Students will learn about contemporary artists and find their own creative voices.

 

The Wacky and Wonderful World of Rube Goldberg...and Dominoes!

Grades: 3-7
Period 2: 10:20-1145

Instructor: Summer Cervantez
Lab Fee: 35
Students will explore the wacky and wonderful engineering world of Rube Goldberg, learn about basic engineering and physics principles, and design and build their own Rube Goldberg machines. Additionally, students will learn the art of domino building and toppling. Students will be actively involved with research, public speaking, and hands-on, collaborative learning. Want to learn more about Rube? Visit https://www.rubegoldberg.com/rube-the-artist/

 

6th Grade ELA and Writing Skills

Grade: 6

Period 2: 10:20-11:45

Instructor: Heinrich Ranches

Lab Fee: 15

Jumpstart 6th grade writing and critical thinking skills in this engaging, project-based course! rough creative lessons and cooperative activities, students will learn how to write descriptive sentences and well-structured paragraphs! They will learn strategies for responding to literature and work collaboratively to hone new skills! Each week, students will explore different modes of writing (expository, argumentative, descriptive, etc.) as they create a standards-based Writer's Reference Guide that they can use during their middle school years! In addition, study skills strategies and critical thinking skills are explicitly taught to get students ready for middle school life! is course is low-stress with high-impact results: helping the new 6th grade student gain confidence and skills to begin the middle school journey!

 

7th Grade Math Enrichment

Grade: 7

Period 2: 10:20-1145

Instructor:Georgia Giannoulias

Lab Fee: 15

This course will provide students the skills needed to be ready for 7th grade Math. This course is a review of the following standards: 1. Analyze proportional relationships and use them to solve real-world and mathematical problems. 2. Apply and extend previous understandings of operations with fractions. 3. Use properties of operations to generate equivalent expressions. 4. Solve real-life and mathematical problems using numerical and algebraic expressions and equations. Students will be able to practice their mathematical skills and strategies through games and project based learning.