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Community Programs
This resource guide lists programs and opportunities for students in our community.
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The West Irondequoit Central PTSA is offering six $100 scholarships to students entering grades 7-12 in the fall of 2008 for summer programs in the areas of math, science and technology. Click here for application and information. Application deadline is May 2, 2008 Many of the programs listed on this Web page qualify for the scholarships. |
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University of Rochester - Rochester Scholars Program www.rochester.edu/college/osp/youth.html 585-275-2344
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Summer Session Rochester Scholars Juniors Students in grades 6-8 One-week classes, August 4-8, 2008 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Application deadline: June 27, 2008
Rochester Scholars Students in grades 9-12 Two 2-week sessions during July 2008 May choose from morning and/or afternoon classes. Application deadline: June 13, 2008 Don’t miss the courses offered by the Life Sciences Learning Center. |
| The Rochester Scholars Programs offer a wide variety of classes, many of which explore math, science and/or technology. Students sign up for specific classes. Scholarships are available. |
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University of Rochester Pre-College Experience in Physics for Women in Science 585-275-5306
Female students currently in grades 9 & 10 July 7 - 30
Learn about the laws of physics and engineering through team projects. Develop lab skills and investigate how physics concepts relate to real life. Interact with scientists in a range of fields and careers and have fun with other women interested in science.
There is no fee for this program.
Application deadline: April 30, 2008 |
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Rochester Institute of Technology Kids on Campus 585-475-5987
Students entering grades 5-12 Two 2-week sessions, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (additional 3-5 p.m. option) July 9 – August 3
Students enroll in specific workshops focusing on cutting-edge topics involving computers, science, math and technology. Activities include swim/recreation time. |
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Everyday Engineering Science Camp www.rit.edu/~women/index.php3#Calendar 585-475-6321
Girls entering grades 4-9 Two weeks - July 7-18 9 a.m – 4 p.m. – extended day available
Hands-on activities to open students’ eyes to the engineering that is all around us. |
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Infotonics Science Camp at Nazareth College www.naz.edu/dept/chemistry/summercamp.cfm 585-389-5125
Students entering grades 4-9 One-week camps July 7 – August 1
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Each week focuses on a different scientific investigation. Lots of hands-on experience.
Program is offered in conjunction with Penn State University. |
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Monroe #1 BOCES Bathysphere Underwater Biological Project (BUBL) 585-473-7112
Students entering grades 7-9 Three 1-week sessions during July 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Students will work in virtual underwater laboratories conducting both environmental and ecological studies, visit the Powder Mill Fish Hatchery, and spend a day aboard a research vessel on Seneca Lake.
Application deadline: June 20, 2008 |
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Rochester Museum and Science Center Summer Fun Camps 585-697-1942 http://www.rmsc.org/Experiences/Camps/
Ages 2-15 Sessions run July 7-August 29, 2008
Half-day and full-day sessions at the museum on East Avenue and full-day sessions at the Cummings Nature Center on a variety of topics. |
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NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Education Summer Camps www.dec.ny.gov/education/29.html 518-402-8014
Ages 12-17 One-week sessions, July & August
This residential camp program consists of a variety of workshops and activities which are designed to help campers become more aware of the environment around them. The activities and workshops, a blend of learning and recreation, are conducted outdoors providing the camper with direct hands-on experience with their environment. |
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Allendale Columbia School Summer Programs 2008 www.allendalecolumbia.org/summer2008 585-381-4560 Ext. 235
Students entering grades 5-8 Weird Science (CSI) Camp – July 7-11
Courses for different age groups on additional topics are available, but do not qualify for WICPTSA Math/Science/Technology Scholarship. |
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Our Lady of Mercy High School Technology Camp www.mercyhs.com/2008%20Mercy%20Camps%20-%20revised.pdf 585-288-7120
Girls entering grades 5-8 August 11-15 Beginning Computing August 18-21 Intermediate Computing 12-3 p.m.
Program offers instruction in basic computer skills for students who are new to technology. |
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University of Rochester - Office of Special Programs and Part-Time Studies The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) www.rochester.edu/college/osp/yea.html 585-275-2344 The Young Entrepreneurs Academy is a groundbreaking nine-month program that guides students in grades 6-12 through the process of starting a real business, including business plan development, designing a logo and company identity, pitching to an investor panel, obtaining funding, launching the venture, managing media campaigns, developing e-commerce channels and websites, and attending sales events and trade shows. These are real companies! Students actually register their businesses at the County Clerk’s Office, open bank accounts, file tax returns, and have the opportunity to make real profits. The class meets once a week, from September to May, at the University of Rochester’s River Campus. A limited number of scholarships are available. Application deadline: May 1, 2008 |
| A sampling of opportunities at nearby colleges: CURIE Academy / Cornell University / July 20-26, 2008 / For high school girls who excel in math and science and want to learn more about careers in engineering / www.engineering.cornell.edu/curie CATALYST Academy / Cornell University / July 20-26, 2008 / For high school sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in learning about the diversity of engineering and its related disciplines. www.engineering.cornell.edu/catalyst EGDE - Summer Engineering Workshop for High School Girls (Juniors and Seniors) / Union College / July 13-25, 2008 / Participants are faced with a problem of developing tools for real life disabled children at a local rehabilitation center and use the engineering design and problem solving skills developed during the program to design and create actual toys and communication tools for the children. / http://antipasto.union.edu/edge/ |
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Summer Camps and Programs at Colleges in NYS www.summeroncampus.com/index.html
Ages 8-18
Many colleges offer summer programs for younger students. Visit the Web site to learn about some of the commuter and residential programs at colleges throughout NYS. |
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iD Tech Camps www.internaldrive.com/index.htm
Ages 7-17
Overnight summer computer camps at college locations around the country. |
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Irondequoit Public Libraries http://www.libraryweb.org/irondequoit/ Programs for children and adults throughout the year.
Pauline Evans Branch Helen McGraw Branch 45 Cooper Road 2180 East Ridge Road 585-336-6062 585-336-6060
Early Childhood Literacy Program Parents and children ages newborn - 23 months April 24 / 7 p.m. / Adults only You must attend this session to attend the other sessions. May 1, 8, 15 / 6:30 p.m. OR May 2, 9, 16 / 3:30 p.m. Registration required, call 336-6060 |
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Eastman School of Music Summer at Eastman http://www.esm.rochester.edu/summer/ 585-274-1400
Classes cover a variety of disciplines and age groups. |
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Rochester Broadway Theatre League Summer Stars 585-325-7760
Students in grades 6-12 July 7-18, 2008
Two fun-filled weeks at the auditorium Theatre singing, dancing, acting on stage with a professional master staff, direct from Broadway. |
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2008 Summer Education Program Downstairs Cabaret Theatre 585-325-4370
Students K-12 One and two week sessions, depending on age. June 30-August 17, depending on age.
Acting, singing, dancing, improvisation and performance rehearsal. |
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National Invention Hall of Fame Foundation Camp Invention 800-968-4332
Students entering grades 1-6 July 14-18, 2008 Quest Elementary School, Hilton
Hands-on activities develop creativity, teamwork and inventive-thinking skills while children learn about the basics of science and innovation. |
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Odyssey of the Mind National Web site:
www.odysseyofthemind.com/
Grades 4-12
Odyssey of the Mind is an international educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students. Kids apply their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting their own interpretation of literary classics. They then bring their solutions to competition on the local, state, and World level. Thousands of teams from throughout the U.S. and from about 25 other countries participate in the program. Teams form in the fall and work to create solutions to proposed problems.
West Irondequoit Coordinator: Amy Herbert / 585-342-8195 |
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| Genesee Valley Parent Magazine publishes an annual Summer Camp and Activity Guide. www.gvparent.com/Guides/campguide.html |
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The West Irondequoit Central School District provides this information as a guide for parents but cannot endorse any programs. |
