poly prep summer 2016

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Registration for Poly Prep Summer now open!

Families must register online using our website: www.polyprep.org/summer2016

We are happy to answer questions and assist with your summer planning! Call us at (718) 836-9800, ext. 3220 or email us at [email protected].

New programs and facilities for 2016:

Enrollment for Poly Prep Summer is first-come, first-served.

Register online: www.polyprep.org/summer2016Full payment is due by May 1. After May 1, all deposits and payments are non-refundable.

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Poly Prep Summer 2016

6-week program (full day)

5-week program(full day)

4-week program(mornings)

5-week program(afternoons)

1-week programs (full day)

1-week programs (full day)

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Week of: RequiredPrograms: 6/13 6/20 6/27 7/4** 7/11 7/18 7/25 8/1 8/8 8/15 8/22 Deposit

Summer Experience Day Camp* pages $500For children entering Pre-K–Grade 10 in 2016 6–11

Performing Arts Camp* pages $500For children entering Grades 4–9 in 2016 12–14

Summer Academic Program pages $150/For children entering Grades 3–11 in 2016 15–16 course

Specialty Camps* pages $150/For children entering Grades K–11 in 2016 17–24 camp

Learn to Swim*** page PaymentFor children ages 2–16 25 due in full

*Round-trip bus service available! **No camps are in session on Monday, July 4 in honor of Independence Day. ***Last Monday session is 8/8.

Poly Prep Summer

Our MissionTo help children grow in mind, body, and character

through a unique spectrum of enriching opportunities that foster exploration, discovery, learning, and fun.

Our VisionWe nurture the academic, artistic, athletic, and social potential

of each child through thoughtfully designed, age-appropriate programs led by passionate, skilled professionals in a healthy, supportive community —

all available on our green 25-acre campus in Brooklyn, New York.

This summer, give your child the giftof discovery, growth, and fun.

Make it a Poly Prep Summer!3

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Facilities at Poly Prep

Poly Prep Summer programs fully utilize the facilities on our 25-acre campus including:Three heated swimming pools

State-of-the-art theaterWorld-class squash courts

Baseball/softball fieldsBaseball/softball training center

Three playground areasSoccer/lacrosse fields

Synthetic trackTurf field

Weight-training facilityDance studio

Camp infirmaryTennis courts

Two gymnasiums Outdoor basketball court

Four art studiosGreenhouse

Two computer labsAir-conditioned classrooms

Science center

FAQ

Can you help me plan my child’s Poly Prep Summer?Absolutely! Please call us at (718) 836-9800, ext. 3220 or email us at [email protected].

Can we visit your campus?Yes! Please join us with your child at an Open House on any of the following dates:

Sunday, January 31, 10 AM–12 PMSaturday, February 27, 10 AM–12 PM

Sunday, March 13, 10 AM–12 PMWe would love to meet you!

Where is Poly Prep located?All Poly Prep Summer programs are held on our Dyker Heights campus. Please see page 26 for directions.

Do you offer transportation?Yes! We offer a round-trip bus service option for many of our summer programs. Please refer to page 26 for details.

How long is the camp day?All full day programs run from 9:00 AM–3:30 PM with drop-off beginning at 8:30 AM and late pickup ending at 4:00 PM.

The times of morning-only and afternoon-only programs vary as noted on specific program pages in our brochure and website.

Do you provide lunch?Nutritious and delicious lunches and snacks are included in Summer Experience Day Camp and

Performing Arts Camp tuition. All meals are nut/peanut free and a daily non-dairy alternative is available to campers.Specialty campers are required to bring a bagged lunch that is nut/peanut free.

Do all Poly Prep Summer enrollees use the swimming pools?Poly Prep Summer programs incorporate swimming into the camp experience with the exception of: Summer Academics,

Chess with Grandmaster Learning, The Handwork Studio, and i2 Engineering Camp. Please see specific program pages for details.

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Dear Parents, As winter turns to spring, and spring to summer, so too does the 25-acre Poly Prep campus transform at the conclusion of the academic year. Each June, our campus becomes a playground for the body and a learning ground for the mind. Consistent with our school’s mission, Poly Prep Summer is filled with choices rich in pursuits to grow the mind, body, and character of our summer community — your children. This year, we have designed a summer for your child to remember. Our customizable program begins in June and runs for 11 weeks. Whether your child is perfecting his forehand on our new world-class squash courts, thinking strategically about her next move in chess camp, or handbuilding a vase in our day camp ceramics elective, our experienced, caring, and energetic team of faculty, coaches, and counselors will be there to help your child flourish. We go above and beyond to provide child-centered opportunities in a nurturing environment that allow campers to feel challenged while safe and having fun. Our leadership team and staff of over 200 responsible and skilled individuals have been selected for their outstanding talents — their experience in the field of education, their ability to establish warm relationships with children, and their skills at promoting the physical, social, and emotional growth and wellness of your child. They use our state-of-the-art facilities as a backdrop for fostering laughter, learning, friendship, and smiles. We hope you will consider joining us this summer. We cannot wait to make a positive difference for you and your child. Carrie Quigley

Director of Ancillary Programs

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S U M M E R E X P E R I E N C E

O U R P L E D G EWe hope each camper leaves Summer Experience with meaningful friendships, a stronger sense of self-confidence, a feeling of belonging in our community,

a commitment to making good choices, and an enthusiasm toward trying new things. We pride ourselves in being a source of positive memories

for campers and counselors alike.

SUMMER EXPERIENCE DAY CAMPFor boys and girls ages 3½–15

A camp where children learn, explore, discover, lead, create, try,

and have fun through our well-planned six-week program.

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How do we ensure a positive Summer Experience for all campers?

CAMP GROUPSOur camp community has many layers, all of which support campers in feeling connected to their Summer Experience. Campers are divided into age-leveled divisions, allowing them to participate in developmentally appropriate games and activities. Each camper is also a member of a smaller camp group that is staffed by a team of energetic and compassionate counselors who act as role models, encouraging campers to act in a kind and responsible manner, and challenging them to develop their individual strengths each day.

TEAM TIMECampers assemble each morning and afternoon with their group and counseling team to participate in games, activities, and discussions that help them interact, build community, and feel comfortable engaging throughout the day. These organized gatherings combine fun with active learning about problem solving, communication style, decision-making, and group dynamics. Through deliberate team-building efforts, we encourage campers to experience the joy of working together!

GROUP GAMESAll campers engage in healthy, inclusive, outdoor play on a daily basis. Smiles and laughter abound as groups partake in a wide-range of accessible games that foster agility, cooperation, teamwork, and strategic thinking. Campers stretch and grow physically, socially, and emotionally as experienced program directors create choice and variety while maintaining a positive play culture.

STAFFOne word – amazing! Led by Michael Junsch ‘71, P’94, ‘95, a Poly faculty member and 30-year veteran of camp leadership, our experienced directors, skilled counselors, and talented program specialists are the backbone of Summer Experience. They are selected for their maturity and proven experience with children. Teachers, coaches, and experts in their fields are supported by hand-picked college and high school students who work as a team to help campers blossom into confident youngsters.

SPECIAL EVENTS Each summer offers of mix of expected and unexpected special days that infuse our camp with spirit. Theme days, special guests, and extraordinary events, such as drumming workshop, magic shows, and Wacky Water Day, unify campers and provide opportunities for our fun and zany counselors to add elements of surprise to each week.

SWIMMINGSwimming is an integral part of Summer Experience for all campers. Through a daily combination of instructional and recreational swim periods, all campers learn swimming and water safety skills, gain confidence, and build the foundation for a healthy lifestyle while learning a lifelong sport. With the addition of two new teaching pools, campers will spend more time in the pool than ever before!

SAFETYSummer Experience campers are safe, engaged, and connected from the moment they arrive until their afternoon departure. Our 25-acre campus and wide ranging outdoor and air-conditioned indoor facilities allow us to offer campers a comprehensive day camp experience without leaving the grounds.

LUNCHCampers cool down in our air-conditioned dining hall to enjoy delicious daily lunches with their group. There is plenty of food available to replenish hungry appetites and we offer grab and go fresh fruit for all ages. Each Wednesday, campers picnic on the front lawn and enjoy an outdoor barbecue party. Visit our website to view the mouthwatering items on our 2016 menu.

SPECIALTIESAll campers work with specialists in their fields to nurture passions and discver new ones. Through a rotating schedule of high-quality programs such as tennis, dance, art, circus, yoga, magic, music, science, swimming, and playing–campers take safe risks as they broaden their horizon of interests.

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NURSERY DIVISION

Designed specifically for first-time campers, this program offers your child a well-rounded camp experience in a nurturing and supportive pre-school environment.

• Emphasizes fun, friendship, imagination, and play• Provides 4:1 camper-to-staff ratio• Includes hands-on science and nature exploration• Fosters creativity through craft-making and story time• Integrates music, movement, and games that teach social and physical skills• Incorporates daily swim and group sprinkler time• Offers rest time and AM/PM snacks


How do campers in each division develop new skills?

Division name For children entering Tuition (lunch & snack included)

Nursery Pre-K in 2016 $3,120Junior Kindergarten and Grade 1 in 2016 $3,120Intermediate Grade 2 and Grade 3 in 2016 $3,120Senior Grade 4 through Grade 8 in 2016 $3,120CIT Grade 9 and Grade 10 in 2016 $2,000

We design and implement camper-centered games, activities, and instruction that specifically target each division’s developmental needs and goals.

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JUNIOR DIVISION

Whether your child is new to Summer Experience or a veteran camper, our junior division is a welcoming environment for him or her to explore, discover, and build a sense of independence.

• Emphasizes socialization, problem-solving, and self-direction• Provides 6:1 camper-to-staff ratio• Includes weekly themes for art, music, dance, and literacy activities• Builds coordination and teamwork through playful physical games• Incorporates two daily swim periods• Offers AM/PM snacks


INTERMEDIATE DIVISION

Play is the name of the game for intermediate campers! In this program, campers participate in activities that span our spacious campus and each group makes choices in how they would like to spend the day.

• Provides 9:1 camper-to-staff ratio with coeducational groups• Fosters independence through supervised campus exploration• Develops athletic skills in a noncompetitive environment• Encourages decision-making and creativity by offering group activity choice in art and play• Strengthens mind and body through circus arts program• Incorporates two daily swim periods

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SENIOR DIVISION (BOYS/GIRLS)

In addition to enjoying the camaraderie that comes with being part of a camp group, senior division campers can celebrate their uniqueness by selecting specialized weekly workshops in arts, athletics, and academics. Campers build independence as they travel to their chosen electives, learn new skills, and meet campers from outside of their home-base camp groups.

• Groups 25 single-sex campers into age-appropriate clusters• Fosters decision-making skills and personal responsibility• Maintains home-base camp group for team time, lunch, swim, tennis, and group games• Includes 1-2 week rotations through a wide array of camper chosen electives• Encourages active engagement in areas of interest• Incorporates daily swim period

Online elective choice begins in March for registered Senior Division campers.

Below are some possibilities for our 2016 elective choices:

Make art! Play sports! Build things! Beyond!

Ceramics Baseball skills Maker space Musical theater

Cartooning Disc golf Flying machines Chess

Bedazzled by beads Water polo Knit and sew Pay it forward

Painting Soccer Juggling and jokes Glee club

Dragoncraft Aquadventures Improv show Special effects makeup

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COUNSELORS IN TRAINING (CIT)

Our CIT program is a hands-on leadership program designed for high school students looking to gain professional experience by working with young children and adults.

• Perfect for past Summer Experience campers• Includes training in leadership, counseling, and communication skills• Requires creative, friendly, and responsible participants• Allow for hands-on participation with younger campers• Certifies participants in American Red Cross CPR and First Aid• Combines a half-day assignment to a specific camp group with a half-day of CIT activities, including arts and athletics• Swimming is optional• Space is limited

Summer Experience FAQ Can you place my child in a group with his friends?Our oldest campers frequently tell us that their reason for returning to Summer Experience year after year is to spend time with the new friends that they made at camp. While we honor one friend request per camper when assigning our groups, we place great value on helping campers develop new friendships each summer while nurturing the old. How will camp keep in touch with me?We use email to communicate frequently with all camp families both before and during the camp season. If an issue or concern arises that is specific to your child, you will receive a phone call from a member of our camp leadership team. If you ever need to speak with your child’s head counselor, we would be happy to connect you through our main camp hotline. What is your policy on electronics?We believe that camp is a place for your child to connect with other campers in the real world and not the virtual world. We strive to provide a program free from electronics except in places where we have thoughtfully incorporated them. Please do not permit your child to bring cell phones, video games, or other electronics for use during the camp day. My child has allergies. Can she eat the camp lunch?Our campers self-select their daily lunch from a menu of healthy, delicious options. All menu items are nut/peanut free, and each day our menu offers a dairy-free choice. Our lunch program is unable to accommodate ANY other allergies or restrictions. Please contact [email protected] with questions. For other Poly Prep Summer FAQ, visit www.polyprep.org/summer2016.

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P E R F O R M I N G A R T S

PERFORMING ARTS CAMPFor boys and girls entering Grades 4–9Dates: July 5–August 5Tuition: $2,295 (lunch included)

This comprehensive five-week program will develop campers’ creativity by adapting a story for the stage.

Campers will be able to:• Create their own characters and dialogue• Write lyrics and compose their own songs• Structure a dramatic progression• Choreograph dance and movement• Design costumes and sets• Perform on stage

Under the guidance of teachers, campers will:• Learn to read music and play an orchestral instrument• Learn stage combat and acrobatics• Strengthen vocal skills, including articulation and vocal production• Strengthen concentration skills

Group instruction is provided on the following instruments:• Woodwinds: flute, clarinet, and alto and tenor saxophone• Brass: trumpet and trombone • Percussion: drum set and bells • Strings: violin, viola, and cello

How will kids benefit?Kinesthetic learners flourish in the camp, as texts and ideas are directly connected with movement. Abstract thinkers also benefit as they learn to physically express ideas and emotions. The collaborative structure of Performing Arts Camp fosters improved communication skills, increased self-confidence, a feeling of belonging, and the opportunity for creative self-expression. When possible, campers are grouped together according to years of training.

Our 8th and 9th grade campers perform in a scripted musical from the Broadway canon and follow a different five-week progression, focusing intensively to build and perfect performance techniques rather than create new material. They also will participate in the instrumental program and play in the gala concert at the end of the five weeks, whether or not they have had previous musical experience.

Program includes: Outdoor recreation including tennis, swimming, and free play.

Registration:This unique and popular five-week camp fills quickly! Students are registered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Notes: • Campers entering Grades 8 or 9 must have performing arts experience and should arrange an interview with the director before enrolling.• Performing Arts Camp is a cumulative instructional program that requires consistent attendance. Campers may not enroll in the Summer Academic Program or plan for extended absences.

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StaffPerforming Arts Camp was founded in 1990 by Sonya Baehr P’00, Poly Prep faculty member and professional actor and director. Performing Arts Camp is run by an experienced and talented teaching team including:

Cynthia Babak, Camp Director• Lead teacher at camp under Sonya Baehr for 10 years• Professional actor, director, playwright• Teaching artist at Roundabout Theater Company• BFA, Drama, NYU Tisch School of the Arts• Director, Poly Prep Freshman/Sophomore Play for 6 years

Laurie Uguccione, Musical Director• Composer of film scores, musicals, and operas • Attended NYU’s program in musical theatre composition• Taught at 92nd Street Y and the Third Street Music School

Jeffrey Adler, Instrumental Director• Poly Prep faculty member• Experience ranging from elementary schools to music conservatories• Regular performer in Broadway musicals such as Les Misérables, Crazy for You, and Jerome Robbins’ Broadway• Performs with Long Island Philharmonic and the American Symphony Orchestra

William Treviño, Stage Combat Instructor• Licensed instructor• Tours internationally

Chris Heller, Teaching Artist• Faculty member at Dance New Amsterdam• Artistic director of the Brooklyn Children’s Theatre in Park Slope• Teaching artist for Arts Connection in NYC

Jenny Campbell, Teaching Artist• Nationally recognized puppeteer• Certified arts educator in puppetry, improv, devising, and musical theater John Bowen, Teaching Artist• Nationally recognized musical director and keyboard player

QUESTIONS?Cynthia Babak at [email protected]

SUMMER STARSAcademic Enrichment Programs

Experienced teachers make learning fun in these small group (4:1) instructional programs in reading/writing and math. Teachers meet students at their individual levels after analyzing each child’s day one diagnostic assessment.

Reading/Writing9:00 AM–10:30 AMSummer Stars Reading/Writing gives younger students an opportunity to publish their own nonfiction “expert book” while older student produce a well-crafted literary essay. Each session includes mini-lessons on core curricular ELA standards. Instruction is collaborative and students benefit from small group discussions and lessons while boosting their confidence for the school year ahead.

Math10:30 AM–11:30 AMSummer Stars Math encourages students to solve real-world math problems which concentrate on an individualized set of skills and concepts. Through lessons, games, and hands-on learning experiences, students review math from the previous school year and preview concepts for the upcoming year. Students become mathematically self-reliant as they master the skills required for independent success.

Can I combine a Summer Stars Program with Summer Experience Day Camp? Sure! Together, Summer Stars and Summer Experience provide a wonderfully enriching opportunity to bolster student confidence while having fun, too.

If students combine these programs, will they miss any camp? Students enrolled in both programs will miss parts of the camp day that cannot be made up.

Is there a discount if students do both programs? If a student registers for both programs, the tuition for any course in Summer Stars is half-price, provided they are accepted into the day camp.

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4:1StudentTeacher Ratio

Sharpen your learning skills this summer!Our three Summer Academic Programs will help students reach their full potential next fall. Our courses are small and afford optimal opportunity for individualized attention and concentrated learning. A relaxed atmosphere and air-conditioned classrooms assist in creating a pleasant summer learning environment.

All classes run from July 11–August 5.

Program: Provides: For students: Tuition:

Summer Stars Individualized skill-building Entering $1,375*Reading/Writing and enrichment in Grades 3–8 reading/writing

Summer Stars Individualized skill-building Entering $975*Math and enrichment in math Grades 3–8

Upper School Courses Review or acceleration in Entering $1,375/class targeted subject areas Grades 8–11

SAT Prep Customized instruction Entering $2,195PSAT Prep geared to raise test scores Grades 10–12 *50% tuition reduction if student is also registered in Summer Experience Day Camp

EvaluationWritten evaluations of progress are mailed home for both Upper School and Summer Stars’ students. Upper School class students will receive grades.

Note: We are unable to provide lunch or bus service to students enrolled solely in Summer Academics. We do offer access to vending machines.

QUESTIONS?Poly Prep Summer Office(718) 836-9800, ext. [email protected]


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UPPER SCHOOL COURSES

If the best school year ever is your child’s goal, look no further than a summer class at Poly Prep with a veteran teacher who will inspire excellence. These classes are geared for students entering Grades 8 through 11 who would like to prepare for the upcoming school year or review material from a previous year.

All classes run for 90 minutes between 9:30 AM–12:30 PM. Exact class times will be determined the week before classes begin and students will receive a letter confirming registration, class time, and room.

Upper School HumanitiesStudents engage in critical thinking, active reading, attentive listening, persuasive speaking, and analytical and personal writing in this course, helping them prepare for success in a wide range of subjects, including history and English.

Algebra ISmall group instruction allows students to review or preview key Algebra I concepts before advancing to Geometry. A topic list is available on our website. The course employs a variety of educational technologies, including interactive SmartBoard lessons and the TI-83/84 graphing calculator.

GeometryThis course will reinforce the understanding of geometry skills and concepts for students entering Algebra II. A topic list is available on our website. This discovery-based course requires students to use and manipulate real-world data and ideas.

Algebra IIIn Algebra II, students solidify their grasp of skills and concepts before entering more advanced math courses. A topic list is available on our website. Students will use real-world data and digital applications.

Spanish IA skill booster before advancing to Spanish II, this course is designed for students who have completed Spanish I and includes instruction in vocabulary, conjugations, and pronunciation by engaging students in frequent dialogues and readings.

Spanish IISpanish II prepares students for the demands of Spanish III by helping them master all principal concepts of syntax and grammar. Students will enrich vocabulary and improve Spanish reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

Spanish IIIThis course offers a heavy review of Spanish grammar, including the subjunctive mood, and is geared toward students who have completed Spanish II. It allows students to further develop oral and listening skills through video and audio sources.

SAT PREP PSAT PREP9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Summer is a perfect time for students to prepare for upcoming SAT and PSAT exams. CATES Tutoring and Educational Services provides warm and supportive instructors who deliver engaging summer intensive courses to students who are looking to raise their scores.

Both the SAT and PSAT courses begin with a diagnostic assessment from which CATES builds individual student profiles to measure progress. CATES groups students according to their strengths and weaknesses, and customizes the class based on their common needs.

Fifty hours of instruction, including four mock tests, give students the opportunity to apply their new skills and allow the class leader to adapt to the students’ changing needs. Consistent attendance is essential to success.

Visit www.catestutoring.com

S U M M E R A C A D E M I C S

Poly Prep offers 15 wide ranging specialty programs that broaden campers’ exposure to the arts, athletics, science, and technology. These exciting week-long camps inspire participants to focus intensively on areas of interest or curiosity.

All specialty camps:• Teach collaboration, communication, teamwork, and goal-setting• Provide training from a team of experts• Emphasize learning through fun, organized activities• Accommodate a range of skill levels• Include recreational swim periods• Feature inspiring special guests

QUESTIONS?Poly Prep Summer Office(718) 836-9800, ext. [email protected]

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Space isLimited!

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3 New Camps!

Specialty Camps Session: I II III IV V VISummer 2016 Week of: 6/13 6/20 6/27 7/4 7/11 7/18 7/25 8/1 8/8 8/15 8/22

Rookie Multi-Sport Grades K–4 ✱ ✱ ✱ ✱

Junior Multi-Arts Grades K–3 ✱ ✱ ✱ ✱

Chess New! Grades 1–9 ✱ ✱

Baseball Grades 1–9 ✱

Soccer Grades 1–9 ✱

Squash Grades 2–8 ✱ ✱ ✱

Handwork Studio New! Grades 3–10 ✱ ✱ ✱ ✱ ✱

Innovation Space Grades 3–7 ✱ ✱ ✱ ✱

Competitive Swim Grades 3–11 ✱ ✱

Basketball Grades 4–10 ✱ ✱ ✱

Girls’ Running & Wellness Grades 4–8 ✱ ✱

Boys’ Lacrosse Grades 4–9 ✱ ✱

Girls’ Lacrosse Grades 4–9 ✱ ✱

i2 – Engineering Design Grades 5–8 ✱ ✱

Ultimate Frisbee New! Grades 5–9 ✱

Summer Experience Day Camp

Performing Arts

Learn to Swim

Summer Academics

Explore your passion or build new skills at a Poly Prep Specialty Camp.

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ROOKIE MULTI-SPORT CAMPFor boys and girls entering Kindergarten–Grade 4Tuition: $440/session

Show your child how to embrace a love of sports and play under the guidance of Poly Prep’s talented physical education faculty. Enthusiastic youngsters gather for this popular, week-long camp to learn by doing, make friends, and have fun. A wide range of physical skills, strategies, and sports are taught through inclusive games, activities, and projects in a low pressure, high-energy environment. All of our rookies shine as they gain the worthwhile benefits of participation in athletics.

Campers will:• Receive instruction in both team and individual sports• Gain control, accuracy, coordination, and timing• Develop large motor skills• Play games and controlled scrimmages• Learn respect, teamwork, and self-discipline


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JUNIOR MULTI-ARTS CAMPFor boys and girls entering Kindergarten–Grade 3Tuition: $440/session

Join us for an arts adventure! Using playful themes as springboards, young campers use dance, music, drama, and visual arts to bring stories to life. Geared toward children who love to create and move their bodies, this stimulating camp provides a daily rotation of visual and performing arts workshops that include costume and prop design, dance creation, rhythmic exploration, and pantomime. Led by Poly Prep faculty — all professional artists in their fields —campers will:• Gain creative inspiration from an inspiring theme• Make friends while collaborating artistically• Discover techniques for self-expression• Experiment with drawing, painting, building, and design• Learn how to communicate through dance and music Session II: Rumble in the JungleSession III: Zap! Splat! Superheroes!Session V: Myths and LegendsSession VI: At the Seashore

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BASEBALL

BASEBALL CAMPFor boys and girls entering Grades 1–9Tuition: $440/session

This camp is always a home run! Matthew Roventini ‘92, P ‘21, Poly’s varsity baseball coach, who has steered his team to national prominence on the baseball diamond, leads baseball camp. Campers of all ages are grouped by age and skill level and learn how to play successful baseball through training from an outstanding lineup of professional, college, and high school coaches and players. Past guests have included players from the Brooklyn Cyclones, Atlanta Braves, and Boston Red Sox.

All campers:• Receive personalized instruction in hitting, throwing, base running, and fielding• Develop skills in pitching, catching, infield, and outfield• Learn situations for bunting, sliding, and stealing• Are challenged in league games and competitions

CHESS

CHESS WITH GRANDMASTER LEARNINGFor boys and girls entering Grades 1–9Tuition: $550/session

Say yes to chess! Join Grandmaster Learning LLC for an exceptional week-long chess program geared toward beginner and intermediate players. Campers will be coached by a dynamic team of FIDE-rated chess players who will teach about opening, middle, and end game strategies as well as tactics for tournament play. Campers will link the patterns of chess and music through daily afternoon enrichment, and will explore other games of strategy while making friends and having fun.

Campers will:• Receive daily instruction from world renowned players• Develop strong analytic and strategic thinking skills• Work with campers of similar ability• Participate in fun play and tournament play• Enjoy daily outdoor free play (no swimming)

Visit www.grandmasterlearning.com to learn about its talented coaches and its mission of creating the strategic thinkers of the future.

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SOCCER

SOCCER CAMP AND ACADEMYFor boys and girls entering Grades 1–9Tuition: $440/session

Players of all levels get a kick out of soccer at Poly Prep Soccer Camp and Soccer Academy. Younger players join Devon Whalen, Poly’s esteemed varsity coach, for an engaging Soccer Camp that builds foundational skills and enthusiasm for the sport. Older and more experienced players are trained to reach their potential through our competitive Soccer Academy, led by Bill McNally, a 25-year veteran coach who has developed accomplished players at Poly Prep.

Campers are grouped by age and skill level to effectively:• Develop technical skills of dribbling, shooting, passing, trapping, and heading• Cultivate understanding of offense and defense• Enjoy tournament games and skill contests• Learn from special guest soccer stars

SQUASH

SQUASH CAMPFor boys and girls entering Grades 2–8Tuition: $595/session

Hit off the wall at Poly Prep’s Squash Camp! Work with head coaches of Poly’s varsity squash teams, including Meredeth Quick, top Princeton player, former member of the U.S. National Team, and Junior Women’s National Coach and Ben Oliner, former number one player at Brown University, All-American, and assistant college coach. Geared towards children of all age and skill levels, this camp offers a fun, action-packed week aimed at fostering a love and success with the sport.

Highlights include:• Individualized instruction in swing technique, movement, and footwork• Aerobic and anaerobic outdoor fitness routines• An opportunity to apply strategies in daily match play and Friday tournaments• Guest visits from world champions and professional players• Written evaluation of each player’s progress• 5:1 camper to coach ratio

Advanced clinics available! Call (718) 836-9800, ext. 6410.

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INNOVATION SPACEFor boys and girls entering Grades 3–7Tuition: $595/session

Do you love to solve problems, imagine, and create? Do you want to bring your inventive ideas to life? Poly Prep’s Innovation Space camp offers campers four different week-long programs that foster creative thinking, collaboration, and design. All campers use a wide range of cutting edge technologies to build interactive projects. Our passionate instructors and flexible curriculum ensure that each camper has fun achieving his or her own level of mastery. Prerequisite: Campers need basic technology skills, including familiarity with the computer keyboard and mouse, accessing the internet, and navigating between programs.

Each unique week-long session includes:• Computer lab time: building programs, spaces, and objects• Outdoor time: integrating technology with the environment• Daily “unplug” time: swimming, playing, and outdoor games• Varied technology and problem solving strategies

Visit www.polyprepsummer.org/innovationspace for weekly session descriptions.

HANDWORK

THE HANDWORK STUDIOFor boys and girls entering Grades 3–10Tuition: $575/session

Whether you are a budding fashionista with your own sense of style or a crafty kid who craves making one-of-a-kind creatures, you will be delighted to join The Handwork Studio at Poly Prep for an award-winning needle arts and fashion camp. Join a caring team of energetic and imaginative counselors while working on a wide array of unique projects that teach fun and practical arts such as knitting, crocheting, hand and machine sewing, embroidery, quilting, fashion, and crafts.

Visit the Poly Prep Summer website for each camp description:• Handwork Day Camp: For campers entering Grades 3-7• Machine Sewing Camp: For campers entering Grades 5-10• Project variety for multi-week enrollment• Talented instructors encourage “can do” attitude

To learn more, visit www.thehandworkstudio.com.

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BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL CAMPFor boys and girls entering Grades 4–10Tuition: $440/session

This is a slam dunk! A team of highly respected coaches trains new and experienced players to reach their potential while having fun. Bill McNally has over 25 years of successful coaching experience. He and his staff of professional coaches, college basketball stars, and special guests teach kids how to excel. Past guests have included NBA and college coaches and players.

This course focuses on and features:• Fundamental skills, including shooting, dribbling, passing, screening, cutting, ball-handling, and rebounding• Strategies for offense and defense• Games, tournaments, and skill contests• Play with campers at similar skill levels

COMPETITIVE SWIMFor boys and girls entering Grades 3–11Tuition: $440/session

Dive in! Our competitive swim camp teaches technical skills to proficient swimmers of varied levels. Grouped by age and experience, campers receive concentrated instruction in all four competitive strokes, starts, turns, and finishes. The program includes age-appropriate technical instruction, games, and races. Thatcher Woodley, Poly Prep’s swim coach, partners with other veteran middle and high school coaches in preparing campers to reach their potential in the upcoming competitive swim season.

Camp includes:• First day evaluation and group placement• Video stroke analysis• Dry-land training• Injury prevention techniques• End-of-week review book

Prerequisite: Campers must be able to swim 50 yards of freestyle without stopping.

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GIRLS’ RUNNING AND WELLNESS CAMPFor girls entering Grades 4–8Tuition: $440/session

Girls will hit their stride at the Poly Prep Girls’ Running and Wellness Camp! Led by Adrien Ricci, Poly’s head cross-country and indoor and outdoor track coach, this camp emphasizes how running fits into the lifelong wellness of the female body. Ricci, a former All-American and college coach, has prepared her runners to continually qualify in the top five at the Ivy League and NYSAIS Championships.

Campers will:• Learn running fundamentals• Receive technique analysis and goal-setting strategies• Participate in aquatic cross-training• Practice yoga, stretching, strength, and conditioning• Understand value of nutrition, hydration, and mental wellness• Meet special guest coaches and runners

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RUNNING

Through instruction, scrimmages, and games, elite coaches and talented players help campers:• Develop skills in catching, carrying, and passing• Build power and precision in throwing• Apply tactical plays to game situations• Learn offensive and defensive strategies• Understand the team phases of the game

LACROSSE

BOYS’ LACROSSE CAMP GIRLS’ LACROSSE CAMPFor boys and girls entering Grades 4–9Tuition: $440/session

Learn a sport that is fast-paced and full of action at Poly Lacrosse Camps! Athletes will learn to develop the skills, strategies, and techniques required for them to take their game to the highest level. Led by Brooks Sweet, former U.S. World Team member, and Nazy Kerr, Poly Prep’s varsity girls’ coach and UMass star player, athletes receive top notch instruction and individual attention from the staff while nurturing their love of the game.


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ULTIMATE FRISBEE CAMP For boys and girls entering Grades 5–9Tuition: $440/session

Pass the “disc” and learn the newest sport to be recognized by the International Olympic Committee. Led by two-time College National Champion, 2007 Callahan Award recipient (National MVP), and Poly Prep’s Head Ultimate coach, Dan Heijmen, this camp provides an action-packed week where campers will develop their skills and have a blast! Our Ultimate Frisbee Camp will introduce campers to America’s fastest growing sport and all of the fun and excitement it has to offer.

Campers can expect:• Daily workshops, scrimmages, competitions, and games• Introduction to Ultimate’s official rules and “Spirit of the Game”• Individual instruction on throwing techniques and strategy• Frisbee golf on Poly’s beautiful campus• Ultimate-specific conditioning and drills

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i2 CAMPEngineering Design WorkshopFor boys and girls entering Grades 5–8Tuition: $695/session

Explore how engineers design and build our magical modern world. Join i2 Camp and Poly Prep’s talented STEM faculty to learn about the process of engineering through a series of creative andcollaborative games and challenges that include the development of your own underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). In an atmosphere that fosters curiosity and risk-taking, you will participatein inspiring hands-on workshops that will teach you to think and act like an engineer. This course was developed by MIT Edgerton Center, an education center whose mission is to provide engaging engineering experiences outside of the conventional classroom.

Each session includes:• Attentive, caring instructors• Visits from real engineers• Daily outdoor time for camp games and physical play

Visit www.i2camp.org for more information.

Session II, Week of 6/20: Grades 7–8Session III, Week of 6/27:Grades 5–6

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Jump into summerwith swim lessons at Poly Prep!

LEARN TO SWIM CLASSES

Poly offers swim lessons to children from ages two through 16. Led by Kevin Dolan, veteran summer Aquatics Director, and a team of highly qualified instructors, our swim program teaches swimming skills and fosters comfort and confidence in the water.

Ages 2–5: Our Tuesday/Thursday program provides introductory swim instruction in newly constructed shallow teaching pools. Our instructors encourage children to develop the basic steps required to learn to swim. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is willing to participate in the lesson. Only one child per adult will be allowed in the pool.

Ages 6–16: Our Monday/Wednesday program provides personalized swimming instruction that helps each swimmer meet his or her potential. On the first day, each swimmer’s ability is reviewed. Instructors will then place children in small groups according to swimming ability and comfort in the water. Swimming skills and strokes will be taught throughout the lessons.

Children 2 through 5 years oldTuesdays and Thursdays Dates: July 5–August 4Tuition: $210 for a total of 10 30-minute sessions

Times:2–3 year-olds 4:30 PM–5:00 PM4 year-olds 5:05 PM–5:35 PM5 year-olds 5:40 PM–6:10 PM

Children 6 through 16 years old Mondays and Wednesdays Dates: July 6–August 8 Tuition: $210 for a total of 10 30-minute sessions

Times: 4:30 PM–5:00 PM 5:05 PM–5:35 PM 5:40 PM–6:10 PM

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T E S T I M O N I A L S

DIRECTIONS Poly Prep Country Day School 9216 Seventh Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11228

From the Belt ParkwayTake Exit 4, 14th Avenue-Bay 8 Street. At the light, turn left onto Cropsey Avenue and go two blocks to 14th Avenue. Turn left and continue around the golf course for about one quarter of a mile. 14th Avenue runs into 7th Avenue. Poly is on the left.

From ManhattanTake the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel and follow the signs for I-278 West. Stay to the right when the road divides (around 60th Street) and continue for another two miles, exiting at 92nd Street-Fort Hamilton Parkway (Exit 17), the last exit before the Verrazano Bridge. At the light at the top of the ramp, turn left onto 92nd Street. Go through three traffic lights to 7th Avenue. Poly is on your right.

Please visit www.polyprep.org/directions.

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B U S I N G A N D D I R E C T I O N S

ROUND-TRIP BUS SERVICEProvided by DiMino Bus Service, [email protected](718) 257-2422

Poly Prep Summer partners with DiMino Bus Service, Inc. to provide a reliable bus transportation option to campers. A family-run business, DiMino prioritizes service, comfort, and safety for its riders.

Fees for bus transportation are charged in addition to camp tuition. All prices and options are outlined below.

To reserve a spot on the bus for your child, please submit a completed Bus Transportation Request Form along with payment, directly to DiMino Bus Service, Inc. Bus forms are available to download at www.polyprep.org/summer2016.

Note: We do not offer bus service for students who are registered solely for Summer Academics.

Bus Service for Summer Experience and Performing Arts Campers

Option 1: Door-to-Door ServiceAvailable in Lower Manhattan below Canal Street and most parts of Brooklyn$825 per camper (Manhattan)$775 per camper (Brooklyn)

Option 2: Designated Stop ServiceAvailable in certain parts of Brooklyn$675 per camper

Anticipated stops:• Court and Pacific Streets• Hicks and Montague Streets• Washington and Front Streets• Clark and Hicks Streets • 6th Avenue (from Prospect Avenue to Union Street)• Prospect Park West (from Union Street to Prospect Avenue)• Henry Street* (from Joralemon Street to 4th Place) *under consideration

Bus Service for Specialty Campers

Designated Stop Service onlyAvailable during the weeks of June 13, June 20, June 27, August 15 and August 22.

Note: There is no bus service available to Specialty Campers during the week of August 8.

Fees:Manhattan: $250 per camper per weekBrooklyn: $225 per camper per week

Bus stops:Manhattan:• 5th Avenue at 36th St.• Broadway at Houston Street and Wall Street• Additional stops can be created if there is sufficient interestBrooklyn:• Court Street at Remsen Street, Bergen Street, and Degraw Street• Prospect Park West and 1st Street• 3rd Avenue at Bay Ridge Avenue, Bay Ridge Parkway, 86th Street, and 92nd Street

“As a first time camp parent, I cannot say enough good things about Summer Experience. Everything ran smoothly and your enthusiastic staff had a lasting effect on my twins. Whether dealing with your

professional nurse, your upbeat counselors, your resourceful receptionist, or your knowledgeable swim teachers, I found your team members to be present, committed, knowledgeable, and kind. Thank you!”

Why make it a Poly Prep Summer?

“My children were at Poly Prep for eight weeks this summer and they loved the variety. Tweens are so hard to please, but my son, a “city kid”, thought it was awesome to learn ultimate Frisbee

and lacrosse on your expansive fields. My daughter was so proud of the discoveries she made in i2 Camp and was happily surprised to enjoy both water polo and ceramics. Both kids can’t wait to return each year

to reconnect with their summer friends.”

“My daughter bloomed in so many ways through Performing Arts Camp. While performing on stage was an exciting accomplishment, she most loved creating her own costume and playing her

violin with other musicians. You’ve created a safe environment for discovery and risk-taking. Her newfound confidence is developing just in time for middle school.”

“It was a summer of firsts for Daniel! He rode a yellow school bus, performed magic in the talent show, learned how to swim, ate broccoli, and went to camp without his big sister. He loved every minute

of every day, and we loved watching him get over his fears. We will be back in 2016!”

“I did not expect Kirin to enjoy the academic program as much as he did. Once his caring teachers immersed him in the process of creating an expert book about snakes, he never complained about missing

a minute of camp. I loved knowing that his reading and writing got a summer boost amidst six weeks of outdoor fun.”

Ready to give your child the gift of discovery, growth, and fun?

Register today! www.polyprep.org/summer2016

QUESTIONS: (718) 836-9800, ext. 3220 or [email protected]

“The expertise and professionalism of your coaches is top notch. Justin found role models in your staff and couldn’t wait to learn more each day. He loved meeting professional athletes and I thought

it was cool to get a “report card” of his accomplishments and goals.”

T E S T I M O N I A L S

“Olivia just finished the summer with your new Innovation Space program. My husband and I feel like she is speaking a different language when she eagerly describes the technology

she used to create robots and inventions. Awesome summer at Poly.”

B U S I N G A N D D I R E C T I O N S

Poly Prep Country Day School9216 Seventh Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11228-3698

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