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MSSM Summer Camp Inspired teaching and learning in the fields science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

2013 Required Forms

For Accepted Campers

February 25, 2013

Dear Camper,

Congratulations! You've been accepted to take part in MSSM Summer Camp. We're thrilled that you've

decided to join us this summer!

In order to get things rolling, please look over the enclosed Registration Statement, so that we can be certain

that our information about you is correct. If you find any errors, please return the form with the appropriate

corrections or send changes via email to Sarah Ryan at ryans@mssm.org.

Enclosed you will find the required forms for participation in the MSSM Summer Camp. These include the:

transportation form, roommate form, health history form, and course selection form. These forms must be

completed for every camper and returned no later than May 15, 2013.

We look forward to being a part of your summer at camps this year. If you have any questions, please call

Sarah Ryan at 325- 3610 or email us at mssmsummercamp@mssm.org.

Sincerely,

Lisa R. Smith

Outreach Director

MSSM Summer Camp, 95 High St., Limestone, ME 04750

207-325-3610

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Transportation Form 2013

This form is to be completed by all campers. Campers must have written permission to depart with anyone other than a legal parent or guardian. All campers must sign out before leaving.

Camper Name:

Please check one: June 23-29 (Boys, Ages 10-12) June 30-July 6 (Boys, Ages 11-13) July 7-13 (Boys, Ages 12-14) July 14-20 (Girls, Ages 10-12) July 21-27 (Girls, Ages 11-14)

Arrival at Camp MSSM Camper Bus: A camp chaperoned bus will travel from Limestone, ME to South Portland, ME, stopping along Rt. 95 at designated areas. If you would like to take the bus to and from camp, please check below. There is limited space on the bus, so you must indicate you would like to take the bus in advance. Bus requests will not be accepted after May 15, 2013.

I would like to take the MSSM bus to camp. By Alternative Bus or Plane: Carrier Name: Date and Time:

Location of Drop-Off:

Departure from Camp MSSM Camper Bus:

I would like to take the MSSM bus from camp. By Car

With legal parent or guardian, name: ___________________________________________________________

With alternate driver, name: Relationship to Camper:

Driver's Phone Number:

By Alternative Bus or Plane (Please make sure campers have tickets when they are arrive at camp.)

Carrier Name: Date and Time:

Destination:

Required Signatures: Parent or Guardian: __

Please Print.

Parent or Guardian:

Signature Date

Carpool Some families would like to share travel. Please complete the following if you are interested in participating. We, at MSSM Summer Camp, do not arrange carpools but will distribute car pooling information to other camp families. Interested parties should contact one another. Please check all that apply:

I am willing to provide transportation to Camp. I am willing to provide transportation from Camp.

I am looking for transportation to Camp. I am looking for transportation from Camp.

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MSSM SUMMER CAMP

2013 Rooming Questionnaire

Your response to this questionnaire is very helpful in placing you with the ideal roommate. Be sure to list rooming preferences.

Please check one:

June 23-29 (Boys, Ages 10-12) June 30-July 6 (Boys, Ages 11-13) July 7-13 (Boys, Ages 12-14) July 14-20 (Girls, Ages 10-12) July 21-27 (Girls, Ages 11-14)

Name: ______________________________________________________Age: Grade Entering: ________ First Middle Last Rooming options consist of two or three campers per room. Your preference is to live in a:

double triple no preference

Name(s) of other campers with whom you would prefer to live while at MSSM Summer Camp (if any):

1. _______________________________________ 2. __________________________________________________ Answer the following as honestly as you can:

1. When I meet new people, I am usually (choose one): talkative shy a little of both

2. Three adjectives that describe me: 1. ____________________ 2. ___________________ 3. __________________

3. I am a (choose one): morning person night owl

4. I have been known to (select all that apply): snore sleep-walk sleep-talk

5. Is this your first experience at overnight camp? yes no

6. After a long day, I would prefer to: spend time alone (reading, listening to music, etc)

hang out with my friends and talk other:____________________________________________

7. What activities do you enjoy?

8. Describe your ideal roommate.

9. Are there any special considerations that we should consider when placing you with a roommate? (i.e. a medical

condition) If so, please explain: 10. Please add any information that might be helpful as we select your roommate(s):

Campers who wish to room together should each be certain to list one another on this form. While the staff at MSSM Summer Camp will do everything possible to accommodate campers, we may not be able to fulfill all requests. Siblings are discouraged from rooming together and will be allowed to do so only after direct consultation between the director and the campers' parents.

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Health History

Name First Middle Last

Physician's name:

Physician’s phone number:

Date of Birth Date of last physical exam

Date of last tetanus shot:

Please check yes or no for each of the following questions. If you check yes, please provide details on the History Details Page

which follows.

Has the above

named had:

Yes No Is the above named

subject to:

Yes No

Asthma Bed wetting

Appendicitis Colds

Chicken Pox Cramps

Diabetes Earaches

Epilepsy Fainting

Heart Trouble Hay Fever

Kidney Disease Headaches

Hepatitis Nosebleeds

Glasses Sinus Infections

Contacts Sleep Walking

Arthritis Depression or Anxiety

Is the above named sensitive or allergic to any medications? Yes No

Is the above named sensitive or allergic to horses or any other animals? Yes No

Does the above named have any other allergies (e.g., milk, peanuts) Yes No

If yes to any of the above, please describe:________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

I agree to inform the camp directors should I have knowledge that the above named has been exposed to any infectious disease

during the three-week period prior to arriving at camp. I further certify that the above named is up to date on all immunizations as of

June 20 of this calendar year (please provide documentation). I also certify that the information I have provided above is correct

to the best of my knowledge:

Signature (Parent/Guardian Signature if under 18) Date

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Health History Details

Please describe in detail any medical conditions or any other important health information that may be helpful to medical staff or

MSSM Summer Camps staff members.

PRN TREATMENT RECORD (For Use ONLY By Health Supervisor during Camp)

Date Time Complaint/Response Treatment Dose Route Initials

Possible routes of administration are:

Oral, Parenteral (injection), Sublingual, Topical (transdermal, inhalation, optic)

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Medication Form

(Required if under 18)

Prescription and Other Scheduled Meds - All medications must be in the original containers marked with camper's full name

and current instructions.

Drug Name Purpose Dosage

(how much?) Administration

Schedule

Route

(oral, topical, etc.) Self-medicating?

(y or n)

Breakfast

Lunch Dinner

Bed Other

Breakfast

Lunch Dinner

Bed Other

Breakfast

Lunch Dinner

Bed Other

Breakfast

Lunch Dinner

Bed Other

Breakfast

Lunch Dinner

Bed Other

Does the camper carry a prescription epi-pen for any allergies? Yes No

If yes, please provide two epi-pens upon start of camp. One is to be carried with the camper and the other is to remain in the medical

office, in the case of an emergency.

Non-Prescription Medications

In the unlikely event that your child becomes sick, it is helpful for our camp nurse and directors to have explicit permission to

administer nonprescription medication. Please check any cough, cold, headache, allergy or antacid medications that your child may

receive. (Please do not send these non-prescriptions.)

Motrin® (ibuprofen)

Tylenol® (acetaminophen)

Aleve® (naproxen)

Robitussin® (guaifenesin)

Benadryl® (diphenhydramine and pseudoephedrine)

Cough Drop

Other

Please check the appropriate box and sign below.

I do not give permission to administer any unscheduled, non-prescription medications without first contacting me.

I do give permission to the camp nurse or directors to administer any and all medications as outlined above.

Signature (Parent/Guardian Signature if under 18) Date

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Medical Permission Form

(Required if under 18)

Insurance Information

Primary Parent's / Guardian's Full Name:

Relationship:

Insurance Company:

Plan: Policy Number:

Date of Birth: Social Security #:

Permission Your child is enrolled in MSSM Summer Camps at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics. In the event that your child becomes ill or injured in any way, we will make every effort to contact you through the information that you give below. This form will also enable us to act in the best interest of your child on your behalf if we are unable to reach you.

My signature below provides a release for medical treatment from these sources:

Walk-In Care, North Street Healthcare in Presque Isle The Aroostook Medical Center (including Emergency Room) in Presque Isle Cary Medical Center (including Emergency Room) in Caribou

I understand that every effort will be made to contact me in the event that medical attention is needed for my child. If I cannot be reached at the following numbers, I give my permission for an MSSM Summer Camp’s directors to act in the best medical interest of my child. I agree that I will not in any way hold MSSM Summer Camp or the Maine School of

Science and Mathematics responsible for any treatment deemed necessary for medical or dental services. Primary Parent/Guardian(s):

Daytime Phone #: Evening Phone #:

Secondary Parent/Guardian(s):

Daytime Phone #: Evening Phone #:

Primary Parent/Guardian: Signature Date

In the absence of above parent/guardian(s), please notify:

Daytime Phone Number: Evening Phone Number:

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Rock-climbing Forms (Optional)

Rock-climbing will be offered at Gentile Hall at the University of Maine in Presque Isle. Campers who choose

to participate in this activity will be chaperoned by MSSM Summer Camp adults and supervised by

University of Maine staff at the rock-wall. In order for a camper to join the rock-climbing activities, he/she

must have the two following Rock Wall Release and Assumption of Risk forms signed by a legal

parent/guardian.

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE SYSTEM

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT PRESQUE ISLE

Gentile Hall – Rock Wall Release and Assumption of Risk

(Minor)

(Please print all information clearly and read both pages.)

Climber’s Name:__________________________________________Date of Birth: _______/______/_______ Month Day Year

Parent or Legal Guardian’s Name: _______________________________________________________________ (Parent or Legal Guardian’s name required if climber is under the age of 18 years)

___________________________________________________________________________________________ Street Address City State/Province Zip/Postal Code

Emergency Contact:_____________________________ Phone # __________________or __________________

I, the parent or legal guardian of the above named individual acknowledge, declare and agree as follows:

1. That I have voluntarily agreed to allow my minor child to engage in activities involving the use of the Gentile Hall Rock Wall, (the “GHRW) at the University of Maine at Presque Isle (University) and in

consideration of being permitted to use the GHRW, do voluntarily execute this “Release and Assumption

of Risk” on behalf of myself, his/her heirs; my heirs and next-of-kin, personal representatives and estate.

2. That I have been fully informed of the nature, scope and demands of the use of the GHRW, and I understand that such use may include activities which could be dangerous to my minor child and other participants and

which could cause property damage, bodily injury and/or death. Such dangers, hazards and risks of this

activity may include, but are not limited to injuries inflicted by the following:

Abrasions, entanglements, and other injuries resulting from activities within the GHRW

including but not limited to climbing, rappelling, ascending, descending, bouldering, and

any other rope or climbing techniques or maneuvers – injuries resulting from falling or

dropped items including but not limited to rope, climbing equipment, climbing

holds/hardware, chalk, chalk bags, personal items, and other climbers – cuts, abrasions

and burns resulting from contact with the climbing wall, bouldering wall, the floor, ropes,

and/or other people – failure of ropes, slings, harnesses, climbing hardware, anchor

points, or any part of the climbing wall, bouldering wall, or GHRW area – injuries caused

through inappropriate technique or overuse including but not limited to tendonitis,

strains, sprains, abrasions, bruises, dislocation, joint swelling, muscle aches, and fractures

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– other harm and injury, including shortness of breath, light headedness, resulting from

increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and strenuous physical activity.

3. That the University has informed me that there may be dangers and hazards inherent to participants at the GHRW because of the activities involved, and that I personally recognize and appreciate that such dangers

and hazards exist. I accept and assume full responsibility for all harm and injury, of every nature, including

death, which may occur to my minor child or which he/she may suffer or cause to others and for all

damages or loss to any personal property owned by him/her or damaged by him/her, while participating at

GHRW. I agree to indemnify, hold harmless and release the University, the University of Maine System,

its Trustees, faculty, employees, volunteers and agents from and against any and all claims, demands,

actions or causes of action, on account of damage or loss to his/her personal property, his/her personal

injury or death, or the bodily injury, death or damage to personal property of others caused by him/her,

which occur or result directly of indirectly from his/her participation at and the use of the GHRW,

INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, DAMAGES, DEMANDS

ACTIONS OR CAUSE OF ACTION RESULTING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE

UNIVERSITY, ITS TRUSTEES, FACULTY, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES OR VOLUNTEERS.

4. I understand that before my child starts any exercise program, I should consult with a physician. I declare that he/she is able to physically withstand and cope with the indicated rigors of the activities at the GHRW

with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation is needed, I will contact Gentile Hall

staff.

5. This “Release and Assumption of Risk” shall be construed and interpreted pursuant to the laws of the State of Maine, and if any portion thereof is held invalid, unenforceable or illegal, the remainder shall continue

in full force and effect.

I declare that I completely understand and have fully informed myself of the terms and conditions of this “release

and Assumption of Risk” by having read it, or having it read to me, before signing and I intend to be fully bound

thereby. This “Release and Assumption of Risk” shall remain in effect from the date hereof and on every occasion

that my minor child participates at the GHRW. I acknowledge and accept responsibility for my minor child’s

personal actions. I understand and accept that failure to comply with the GHRW safety policies and procedures

may result in suspension and/or termination of my minor child’s access privileges to GHRW.

In consideration for my use of GHRW, I acknowledge that I agree that my minor child will abide by the GHRW

policies as posted in the GHRW area. (Policies also available in individual printed format at the climbing wall or

so published in the Gentile Hall Rules & Regulations booklet, copies available at the front desk.)

_____________________________________________________________Agreed to: _______/______/_______ Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian Month Day Year

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Gentile Hall Membership PROGRAM PARTICIPANT AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE

1. I understand that the University of Maine at Presque Isle/Gentile Hall strongly recommends a physical examination within

the last 12 months for all individuals who are apparently healthy and beginning a exercise program.

2. I further understand that if I have any activity limiting illness or injury that I should obtain written permission from my personal physician prior to participation in this program.

3. I understand that I am responsible for determining with my physician my suitability for this program. 4. I understand that there are inherent risks and hazards to me in my use of this facility and this equipment and also due to

actions of other participants and my proximity to them in the facility.

5. Therefore, I do for myself, my heirs and personal representatives, defend, hold harmless, indemnify, and release the University of Maine System, and all its officers, agents and employees from and against all claims, demands, actions or

causes of actions resulting from any injury to me, including death, which may result from the use of the Gentile Hall

facility and which may result from causes which are not the fault or negligence of the University or Maine System, its

officers, agents, or employees.

6. This assumption of risk and release shall remain in effect from the date hereof and everyday thereafter that I shall participate and use the Gentile Hall and its equipment.

7. I understand that there is currently no fee for programming above regular established membership fees consistent with specific services rendered. If appropriate programming fees are established, they will be due upon meeting with the

specified UMPI programmer.

8. PARKING: I understand that any vehicle(s) which I may drive on the campus of the University of Maine at Presque Isle must be parked in the Gentile Hall parking lot. Currently you are not required to purchase a parking permit with the Safety

and Security Office (Emerson Hall Annex). However, if in the future you are required to display or purchase a decal,

appropriate action will be taken to notify you of such change in policy. Currently, if your vehicle is parked in campus

parking areas other than Gentile Hall Parking Lot, you will be subject to the Safety and Security Office parking policy to

include parking fines and/or towing.

9. AUTHORIZATION TO REPRODUCE PHOTOGRAPH AND LIKENESS: I hereby grant to the UMPI and its nominees, designees, successors and assigns, or others for whom and with whom they are acting or may act, full authorization and

absolute right and permission to assign, convey, reproduce, copyright use and or publish my photograph, likeness, voice

and/or name in any photograph in which I may be included in whole, in part, or in composite, or in which the character or

form is distorted, in conjunction with my own or any other picture, product, person, name or reproduction, in color or

otherwise, made through any media at any time for art, advertising, commerce, business, or trade, or any other lawful

purpose whatsoever. As used in this release, “photograph” means any photographic reproduction – still or moving – on

film, videotape, or other medium (whether it be know or yet to be discovered or developed) in which I may be identifiable

or otherwise appear to be depicted. I hereby waive any and all rights that I may have to inspect or approve any finished

product or an advertising copy which may be used in connection herewith or any use to which it may be applied. I hereby

release, discharge and agree to hold harmless the University of Maine at Presque Isle and its nominees, designees,

successors and assigns, or others for whom and with whom they are acting or may act, from any liability of any nature or

description by virtue of an use whatsoever, whether intentional or otherwise or from any change that may occur or be

produced in the taking of said photograph or in any processing tending towards the completion of any finished product,

unless it can be shown that said use or change is solely for the purpose or subjecting me to conspicuous ridicule, scandal,

reproach, scorn, or indignity.

10. Picture Identification Cards are created and encoded when membership is started. Members are required to swipe in for admittance to Gentile Hall. This card is for the person pictured on the card only and not to be loaned or altered.

11. We encourage you and all on your membership to become familiar with Gentile Hall Rules & Regulations. The Rules & Regulations are posted in all specific areas of Gentile Hall, available on our university web-site, and are available by

request in printed format. Gentile Hall reserves the right to revoke privileges for any rule violation.

Children under 14 years of age, must be directly supervised at all times by an adult, 18 years of age or older. Children 13 &

younger* are NOT permitted in the Fitness Center. *Children 12 & 13 with direct adult supervision may use cardio. *Infants

secured in carriers may be allowed with permission.

The above recommendations and information are provided to ensure that you have a positive, enjoyable, safe, and healthy

experience. I have read and understand the above conditions.

Print Name: __________________________________________________ Phone Number: ___________________________

Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________

Street or P.O. Box City State/Province Zip/Postal Code

X _______________________________________________________________________________ ___________________

Member Signature, OR Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian if individual is under 18 years of age Date

2013 Course Selections

MSSM Summer Camp

Welcome to Mars, Your New Home Instructor: Christopher Beckwith Humans are about to establish a sustainable human colony on Mars, but what will it look like? In this course, you will use Google Earth to learn about the topographical features and existing conditions of Mars. You will become a specialist designing a part of the Red Planet’s Martian colony using 3D modeling with Google SketchUp. Finally, you’ll work with fellow colonists to create a public relations video marketing the colony to perspective Earthling settlers.

Crime Scene Investigation Instructor: Christopher Beckwith

Ever wanted to be a crime scene detective? From the moment you visit the crime scene with the police tape barrier and “chalk outline,” you will begin collecting evidence in the form of a mysterious white power, suspicious black fibers, ink samples and fingerprints. As a lead detective, you will conduct a series of tests using microscopes, water, heat, and chemicals to identify the components of each sample. Will your detective skills be good enough to solve this mysterious case?

Lift-Off! Instructor: Larry Berz You can do it! Engineer, construct, launch, and recover your own rocket from its flaming flight into the troposphere and back. Campers will investigate rocket theory, propulsion, and calculation, and will review the marvelous milestones of the moon-bound few who left their boot prints on our nearest neighbor in space. Highly recommended for those seeking a life-changing experience!

Astronomical Adventure Tours Instructor: Larry Berz

Come into cosmic contact with the fundamental wonders and awesome scale of space! You will encounter white dwarfs, supernovas, pulsars, black holes, and quasars. Engineered as a hands-on, exhilarating experience of discovery and activity, this astronomical tour, now in its 16th year at camp, ranks as an unforgettable experience for curious campers.

Rube Goldberg Crazy 2.0 Instructor: Erin Boggs Create a gadget of pure imagination! In this course, campers let their creativity run wild. We’ll learn about Rube Goldberg machines, the physics that makes these work (thank you very much Isaac Newton!) and work in teams to build the craziest, coolest, creative machines!

Archaeology Rocks! Instructor: Erin Boggs

Indiana Jones, move over! In this class, we will uncover our own archaeology site. Through the collection of artifacts, we will piece together the past and maybe even put together a fossilized skeleton! What could it be? If you want to learn more about archaeology and the study of fossils, this is a class for you.

Architectural Extravaganza Instructor: Daniel Dow From ancient grass huts to goliath skyscrapers, architecture has developed into one of the most exciting technical professions in the world. Campers will learn what goes into designing modern buildings and even have a chance to build a model of their dream house, the way the pro’s do.

Out of the Box Engineering Instructor: Daniel Dow

How could you light a candle if all you had was a battery, a plane ticket, hand sanitizer, and a metal dish scrubber? You will discover this and more in “Out of the Box Engineering.” Engineers use their knowledge of the physical world to solve problems, and you can too! Campers will learn various techniques for out of the box problem solving. Then they will use these skills to crack tough and fun engineering challenges.

Codemaking and Codebreaking: The Mathematics of Cryptology Instructor: Clint Givens Ever wanted to be a spy or detective? In this class, you will explore some of the codes and ciphers used throughout history to hide secret messages. You will create your own cipher wheel as well as learn a variety of other techniques to encrypt and decrypt codes. We will be using prime numbers, modular arithmetic, binary numbers, and frequency distributions in our study of cryptology. Campers who sign up for this course should be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

One, Two, Three…Infinity (And Beyond) Instructor: Clint Givens

Infinity is a mathematical concept explored in Calculus, but you can understand infinity long before you make it to Calculus class. In this course, we will play with sequences and sets, fractals, and different types of infinity. Campers who sign up for this course should be able to easily add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, fractions and decimals.

Computer Programming Instructor: Alex Hennings (boys’ weeks) & Greg Hamlin (girls’ weeks) Computers control so many things around us. But who is controlling the computers? We will be writing programs to make the computer do our bidding. Each student will work on their own version of a large class project which will be chosen as a group. This class is perfect for any camper who loves computers and wants to see some of what’s going on behind the scenes. Past projects created in this class have been small games, physics simulators, and fractal generators.

Robotics Instructor: Alex Hennings (boys’ weeks) & Greg Hamlin (girls’ weeks)

We’re making robots! Using Lego Mindstorm NXT, we’ll design, build, program and compete our robots. We might race them; we might crash them; we might battle them; we might put them through a maze. Whatever we do, we’ll need to use motors and sensors to get it done.

Food Chemistry Instructor: Amber Howard Have you ever been told not to play with your food? Well, we’re going to break the rules in this biochemistry course. Be prepared to start a fruit fire, make test-tubes bubble over with goop, look at food DNA , and make pickles light up. It could get messy!

Microscope Madness Instructor: Amber Howard

Take a look at the microscopic world around you. In this course, you will prepare your own wet mounts, tissue sections and slides. Specimens will be gathered from daily tours around campus, and cell structure, function, and growth examined. We’ll also microscopically watch flat worms regenerate entire portions of their bodies, even after dismembering heads or tails.

How To Train Your Goldfish Instructor: Christopher Howard Can you really train a cat to use the toilet? Can you really train a goldfish to play soccer? The answers to these questions and more will be explored in this hands-on psychology course. We will be learning about operant conditioning and to test out our new operant conditioning techniques, we will be training goldfish to “play” sports.

Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse Instructor: Christopher Howard

Unexpectedly, a zombie virus outbreak has occurred and the world is in big, big trouble. Humans panic and scramble to protect themselves while trying to understand and stop the pandemic. Psychology, anatomy, and epidemiology collide as students think about the science behind science fiction. We will compare normal brains to zombie brains, measure how rapidly infectious diseases spread, and learn survival techniques to ensure you stay alive during the Zombie Apocalypse.

(Note: This course includes a guided dissection of a sheep brain.)

Vertebrate Vibes Instructor: Kevin Malady Hold live animals in this class including tree frogs, bearded lizards, ball pythons, turtles and sugar gliders! If you ever wanted to learn more about fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals this is the class for you. Each day we will explore a vertebrate through a hands-on lab experience including animal behavior studies like a Siamese fish fighting competition. (Note: This course also includes dissections of fish and frogs.)

Evolution: On Earth and Beyond! Instructor: Kevin Malady

That’s right. In this course, we’ll explore the different theories of the evolution of life on this planet and build on those patterns to examine the possibility of life occurring elsewhere. You’ll learn about mutations, you’ll dissect a squid, and at the very end you’ll dissect… …an ALIEN!

Veterinary Medicine Instructor: Susan Smith Do you want to be a veterinarian or veterinary technician someday? This course will teach you all about medical care for animals. Learn how veterinarians assess an animal’s health, administer vaccines and other medications, determine whether an animal has a parasitic infection using tests and microscopes, read x-rays, and suture and splint. This course is taught by a current student attending Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. Understanding the Mammalian Body Instructor: Susan Smith

Have you ever wondered what the heart or the lungs really look like? In this course, campers will explore how the circulatory, respiratory, digestive and nervous systems work in the mammalian body. Through the dissection of a fetal pig, you will see for yourself how the body is intricately connected. This is a great course for anyone interested in veterinary or human medicine. (Note: This course includes a guided dissection of a fetal pig.)

Good Vibrations: The Physics of Music Instructor: Brian Sullivan What is vibration? What are waves? Why do different instruments and voices sound different from each other? How does resonance work? Why do some notes sound good together while others sound bad together? In this class, we will answer these and many more questions related to the physics of music. Additionally, campers will build flutes, reed flutes, thumb pianos, and diddly bows basing their designs on their understanding of sound waves and the speed of sound.

The Lighter Side: Hands-On Optics Instructor: Brain Sullivan

Do you like playing in the dark with lasers, prisms, mirrors, and lenses? Would you like to better understand how cameras work? If so, then this is the camp for you? This camp will be an introduction to both geometric and physical optics. Campers will investigate light and its many properties, characterized by rays, waves, and photons. Activities will involve lasers, flat and curved mirrors, lenses, telescopes, fiber optics, prisms, and diffraction gratings.

INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES

Christopher Beckwith Chris Beckwith has over twenty years of experience teaching physical and life science, math and technology. He is currently a math and technology teacher at Reeds Brook Middle School in Hampden, ME. Beyond the classroom, his after-school computer clubs attract throngs of students because they know he is a 42 year old with a Star Wars toy collection at home that made international news, and he is an avid video game player. Larry Berz (aka “Sunny Acres”) Larry Berz continues his 16th year of service as an instructor at the MSSM Summer Camps. Larry is also an instructor of astronomy at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics during the school year. He is the planetarium director and astronomy educator at the Francis Malcolm Science Center in Easton, ME. Larry is a native of Chicago, a graduate of Stanford University, and a current resident of Aroostook County, ME. Erin Boggs Erin Boggs is a returning MSSM Summer Camp Instructor. She has a bachelors degree in geology and a masters degree in environmental science. She taught for four years at a science magnet school in Prince William County, Virginia, before moving to Maine. She now teaches science at Kennebunk High School. Erin has a thirst for teaching and learning. Daniel Dow Daniel Dow is an alumni of the Maine School of Science and Mathematics, class of 2003. He has a bachelors degree in civil engineering specializing in structural engineering and construction management. Daniel currently teaches middle school in Indiana. He was a part of the MSSM Summer Camps in 2006, and he also taught camp courses last year in 2012. Clint Givens Dr. Givens is a current mathematics instructor at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics. He grew up in Norman, OK, where he attended college at the University of Oklahoma. After graduating, he moved to sunny California where he earned his Phd in mathematics at UCLA. Dr. Given’s thesis research focused on the theory of cryptography. Dr. Givens and his wife, Jessica, currently share their home with two white rabbits in Limestone, Maine. Greg Hamlin Greg Hamlin teaches programming, robotics, and other technology classes at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics. He received a bachelors degree in electrical engineering, and a PhD in computer and systems engineering (with a focus in robotics) from Rensselaer. He worked for fifteen years as a software engineer before joining MSSM, and continues to work as a software consultant. Alex Hennings Alex Hennings attributes his love and career in computer programming to his own experience as a camper during the boys’ camp many years ago. Inspired by a computer programming course at MSSM Summer Camp, Alex went on to major in computer science at USM. He now uses his vacation time to give back to campers each summer.

Amber Howard Amber Howard is an Anatomy and Physiology and General Biology professor at Husson University in Bangor, ME. She has a PhD in Molecular Medicine and a bachelors degree in General Chemistry. Amber’s research includes diabetes, nutritional supplementation, microscopy, and cell biology. Christopher Howard Christopher Howard is Assistant Professor of Psychology at Husson University in Bangor, ME. He has a PhD in Experimental Psychology. He has presented and published on a number of research studies involving memory and test-taking. Both Christopher and his wife Amber are returning to camp for their second year. Kevin Malady Kevin Malady is joining us for his second year at MSSM Summer Camp. Kevin has 35 years of teaching experience in the middle and high school classroom. He received degrees in education and science at the University of Miami. He has led a number of Advanced Placement workshops on science throughout the state. He taught biology at Lawrence High School to both the MSSM Camp Director and MSSM Executive Director. Brian Sullivan Brian Sullivan is joining us for his third year at MSSM Summer Camp. Brian received degrees in mathematics and physics from Westminster College in 2003 and then completed his PhD in physics at Dartmouth College in 2008. Brian teaches physics at the Maine School of Science and Mathematics, his wife Beth’s alma mater. Before joining MSSM, he worked as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of New Hampshire’s Space Science Center. He has many talents and hobbies including bird watching, knitting and spinning, juggling, cooking, playing string instruments, and Argentine tango. Susan Smith Susan Smith is joining us for her second year at MSSM Summer Camp. Susan is a graduate of Wellesley College where she majored in Biochemistry. She is currently a second year student at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine where she is earning her doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Susan’s interests include shelter medicine and virology research. She is also an avid baker and a self-confessed cookie addict.

COURSE SELECTIONS

MSSM SUMMER CAMP 2013

Camper Name: ______________________________________________________________________________ First Last Camper Week(s):

Boys’ Week #1, June 23-29 Boys’ Week #2, June 30-July 6 Boys’ Week #3, July 7-13

Girls’ Week #1, July 14-20 Girls’ Week #2, July 21-27

Directions: Please indicate the order of your top ten choices for courses. Mark a “1” for your first choice and a “10” for your tenth choice. Please do not mark any “ties.”

Please note there are two pages to this document.

Welcome to Mars, Your New Home

Crime Scene Investigation

Lift-Off!

Astronomical Adventure Tours

Rube Goldberg Crazy 2.0

Archaeology Rocks!

Architectural Extravaganza

Out of the Box Engineering

Codemaking & Codebreaking: The Mathematics of Cryptology

One, Two, Three…Infinity (And Beyond)

Computer Programming

Robotics

Food Chemistry

Microscope Madness

How to Train Your Goldfish

Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse

Vertebrate Vibes

Evolution: On Earth and Beyond

Veterinary Medicine

Understanding the Mammalian Body

Good Vibrations: The Physics of Music

The Lighter Side: Hands on Optics

How do we determine which courses campers get into it? Once we receive all of the camper course selections, we begin determining courses for campers. We go through each campers course selection form and try to place him/her in his/her #1 choice. If a course fills, we will look at who turned his/her form in first. Once all the #1 courses have been determined, we go back through and try to place campers into their next top priority course—this might be #2 #6, etc. depending on which courses filled during the first go-around. We repeat this again to place campers in

their third course. Campers who have turned in their course selection forms early have top priority when courses fill.

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Camper Forms Checklist

Please make sure you have completed all forms in their entirety and to the best of your knowledge.

Incomplete forms may cause a delay in processing.

Please check that you have completed and enclosed each of the appropriate items. These forms are due

before May 15, 2013.

Transportation Form

Roommate Questionnaire

Health History Form (4 pages)

Copy of immunization records

Rock-climbing Forms (both forms) (optional)

Course Selection Form

Final Camp Payment

Mail completed application to: MSSM SUMMER CAMP

Maine School of Science and Mathematics

95 High Street

Limestone, ME 04750

MSSM Summer Camp, 95 High St., Limestone, ME 04750

207-325-3610

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