2016 SUMMER ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS

SCHOOL

DATE TITLE DESCRIPTION

Elementary

June 13 – July 21 Read to Succeed Summer Reading Camp

Through the Read to Succeed legislation, the legislature directs districts to provide summer reading camps for 3rd grade students who are reading significantly below grade level. The 2016 reading camp will serve 177 current 3rd grade students and 60 current 2nd grade students this summer. Students were selected using the following data points: reading level ranges, Fall to Spring MAP growth, and teacher recommendation. Students will work in small class settings to learn and practice strategies for reading and writing during the five week camp at Polo Road Elementary.

ELEMENTARY Anna Boyd June 6 – June 30

ABS Summer Enrichment Students in 4th – 7th grades will participate in a variety of enrichment

opportunities at iT-oLogy, Columbia Museum of Art, and Camp Discovery.

Bethel Hanberry

June 6 – August 5 BHE Summer Express The program will provide a combination of childcare and enrichment for students.

August 2 - 4 KinderBear Academy The three day experience is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

Bookman Road August 1-5 Kindergarten Camp This camp experience is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

Bridge Creek

June 6 – August 5 Quest Zone Summer Camp

The program will provide a combination of childcare and enrichment for rising K – 5th grade students.

August 1- 5 Kindergarten Camp The experience is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

Center for Knowledge, North

August 4 -5 Kindergarten Camp The experience is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

June 13 - 14 June 20 - 21 June 27 - 28 July 11 - 12 July 18 - 19 July 25 - 26

Boost Reading Camp The camp is for K- 1st grade students who need academic support in the area of reading.

Center for Knowledge, South

August 4 -5 Kindergarten Camp The experience is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

June 13 - 14 June 20 - 21 June 27 - 28 July 11 - 12 July 18 - 19 July 25 - 26

Boost Reading Camp The camp is for K- 1st grade students who need academic support in the area of reading.

Conder June 20 – 30 July 11 - 21

21st Century Camp The program will provide academic enrichment for students through the utilization of artists in residence, field studies and STEAM activities.

Forest Lake

June 6 – August 5 FLE Summer Care The program is for students from K – 5th grade and is a combination of childcare, enrichment and field studies for students.

Keels

June 20-23 June 27-30 July 11-14 July 18-21

21st Century Summer Explorers

This program will provide academic enrichment for students. Students will focus on reading and math integrated with science, social studies, and health through the utilization of artists in residence, field studies and hands-on activities.

July 11-14 July 18-21

Richland County Sheriff’s Department Stars of Tomorrow

The Richland County Sheriff’s Department will host the Stars of Tomorrow Summer Camp. This is a 2-week session for rising 3rd -5th graders. The camp will include an introduction to DARE and Great programs as well as activities to promote fitness and team building.

Killian

June 13- July 1 July 11-July 15

21st Century STEAM Summer Program

This summer program will offer expanded opportunities for our 21st Century Junior Scientists, Technology Specialists, Engineers, Artists and Mathematicians. It will include Lego Mathematics, Lego Story Building, Robotics, Hands-On/Minds-On Science Investigations and Engineering. Drumline, Strings, Junior STEAM Chefs, and Chess will also be offered.

June 6 – August 5 Boys & Girls Club The program will provide childcare and enrichment opportunities for students.

Langford July 26 - 28 Kindergarten Camp The camp is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

Nelson August 8 Kinderbee Camp The camp is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

North Springs June 6 – July 5 PLAYERS Summer Program This summer program is designed to provide summer recreation and fun field trips for students.

July 11 - 15 Camp Invention Students will brainstorm product ideas and build original prototypes using real tools and components found in everyday devices. They will also participate in the following:

Explore the lives of giant insects, colorful animals and their environments

Construct and personalize a DIY solar-powered cricket with a unique habitat

Discover the science of slime, demolition, electronic sound, giant squid and coding

Polo Road TBD Kindergarten Camp Rising kindergarten students will participate in a variety of activities to successfully transition into kindergarten.

Pontiac June 6 - 30 Primary Montessori Summer Camp

The program will immerse students in weekly themes that will align with the Montessori Method.

June 6 – 24 July 11 - 29

Montessori Lower Summer Camp

The program will immerse students in weekly themes that will align with the Montessori Method.

August 2 - 3 Kindergarten Camp The camp is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary setting.

Rice Creek June 6 – August 5

Boys & Girls Club The program will provide enrichment opportunities for students focusing on the arts, health & life skills, sports & recreation, character leadership and education & career development.

August 2-4 Kindergarten Camp This experience is designed to help rising kindergarten students transition into the elementary school setting.

Windsor June 20 - 30 July 11- 28 August 1 - 3

Winning Windsor Wildcats Students will receive intensive reading and math instruction and participate in enrichment activities provided by the Boys and Girls Club of the Midlands.

All Middle Schools

August 16 Step Up to 6th Grade The program will offer support for rising 6th grade students to ensure successful transitions to middle school. Each middle school will host Step Up to 6th Grade on August 16th.

June 13 - August 4 Youth Development Academy

The Urban League of Columbia is sponsoring a camp for district students from the ages of 10 – 13 on the campus of Dent Middle School. The camp focuses on leadership, life skill development, career awareness and service learning.

June 27 – July 16 Tri-District Arts Consortium Rising 6th - 9th grade artistically gifted and talented students from the Midlands (Richland 2, Richland/Lexington 5, & Lexington 1) will participate in the annual Tri-District Arts Consortium. Tri-DAC will provide intense courses in band, creative writing, dance, strings, theater, visual art, and vocal. Participation by a variety of guest artists and performers will enhance instruction. Students will share their final products in a culminating showcase.

June 6 -9 June 13 - 16

Engineering Camp for Middle School Boys

The camp is designed to increase non-traditional completion of CATE programs by focusing on middle school boys interested in engineering. It will utilize the summer curriculum sponsored by Project Lead The Way entitled “Gateway Academy” to prepare students for the rigors of high school science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) classes and will be located at Spring Valley High School.

June 20 – 23 June 27 - 30

Engineering Camp for Middle School Girls

This camp was designed to increase non-traditional completion of CATE programs by focusing on middle school girls interested in engineering. It will utilize the summer curriculum sponsored by Project Lead The Way entitled “Gateway Academy” to prepare students for the rigors of high school science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) classes and will be located at Spring Valley High School.

July 25 - 29 Richland County Sheriff’s This is a character education camp for middle school students sponsored

Department by the RCSD. It will be hosted at Blythewood High School.

Blythewood Academy

June 6 - June 30 July 18 – August 4

Summer Enrichment

The program will provide opportunities for students to enhance their learning experiences in all content areas while completing the requirements for Blythewood Academy. Students will have the opportunity to improve their academic skills in all core content areas and to participate in a variety of enrichment opportunities at IT-oLogy, State Museum of Art and Camp Discovery.

Blythewood Middle

July 25 - 27 6th Grade JumpStart Camp This transition camp for rising 6th graders is designed to help students learn the ins and outs of middle school. Students will participate in scavenger hunts, science experiments, and summer reading activities. They will learn how to navigate their lockers, play academic games and get to know the 6th grade teachers while making friends.

Dent Middle June 6 - 30 GEAR UP Summer Academic Institute

This summer institute is sponsored by GEAR Up and will focus on reading, writing, and mathematics.

June 13 - 16 Summer Academy The purpose of Summer Academy is to provide academic support for students who have struggled academically.

July 18 – July 28 Richland County Sheriff’s Department Sports Camp

The camp is designed for rising 7th – 9th graders and is sponsored by the Richland County Sheriff’s Department. It will include an introduction to fundamentals and skill building for a variety of sports to include basketball, flag football and baseball. The focus will be on team building, character and sportsmanship.

July 25 - 28 TLC- Transition for Success This camp is an orientation for TLC students.

August 2 - 4 TWO Transition Program This program is designed to transition TWO Academies students to middle school.

E. L. Wright Middle

August 8 - 9 LAW Orientation The camp will help students transition to the LAW Program.

June 20 -30 GEAR UP Summer Academic Institute

This camp for rising 9th graders will focus on Algebra I, English I, AVID strategies and soft skills.

Kelly Mill Middle

June 6 - 20 Summer Academy The purpose of Summer Academy is to provide academic support for students who have struggled academically.

August 1 -3 Ready, Set, thINC! Camp The camp is offered to rising 6th grade INC students. It will provide support for students transitioning to the INC Program.

Longleaf Middle June 13 – 16 June 20 - 23

Summer Success The purpose of Summer Success is to provide academic support for rising 7th and 8th grade students who have struggled academically.

August 1- 4 LEAP into Algebra This Algebra readiness camp is sponsored by GEAR Up. The curriculum

will reinforce skills that are critical for Algebra as well as preview critical Algebra 1 content.

June 13 - 16 Leopard Ink Students will explore the art of creative expression through writing. Leopard Ink is designed for students who enjoy reading and writing short stories and poetry.

June 13 -16 Game On! Sports and Fitness Camp

The camp incorporates physical activity, healthy habits and social awareness to move students toward a lifetime of health and wellness.

June 13 - 16 Color Me RAD! Students will create a painting daily while learning about mixing colors, blending, brush techniques and a bit of art history.

June 20 – 23 Mock Trial Prep Students will learn the basics of Mock Trial for participation on next year’s Mock Trial Team.

July 11 - 14 Summer Engineering Academy

The camp is designed for students with a high interest in math and science and who may be interested in engineering careers. Students will have opportunities to explore engineering in this exciting, hands-on camp via interactive activities and competitions.

Muller Road Middle

June 7 – 9 Summer Academy

The purpose of the academy is to provide academic support students who have struggled academically.

August 2 - 4 Summer Stampede The camp will provide rising 6th graders with a jump start on middle school life.

August 8 - 9 Lead Up The camp is designed as an orientation for rising Leadership Academy students.

All High Schools

June 20 – July 28 Summer School for Grades 9 - 11

An online district summer school will be provided for 9th – 11th grade students at Spring Valley High School.

August 16 Fresh Start The program will offer support for rising 9th grade students to ensure successful transitions to high school. Each high school will host a Fresh Start Program on August 16th.

Blythewood High

June 23 July 18 July 19

Alive at 25 This program has been developed for adolescent drivers by the National Safety Council to focus on making good decisions and avoiding risky behaviors.

June 6 - 8 Bengal Softball Camp The camp is designed for students from 1st – 8th grades interested in softball.

June 6 - 9 Bengal Baseball Camp There will be two baseball camps this year. One will focus on the

June 13 - 16 fundamentals of baseball while the other will focus on advanced pitching and hitting for more advanced players.

June 20 -23 Bengal Soccer Camp - Boys

The camp is designed for students from 6 – 14 years of age interested in soccer. Players will be challenged to improve their abilities through drill, games and competitions.

June 20 – 23 Bengal Soccer Camp - Girls

The camp is designed for students from 6 – 14 years of age interested in soccer. Players will be challenged to improve their abilities through drill, games and competitions.

June 20 - 23 Engineering Camp The camp is designed to introduce students to engineering.

July 18 -22 Band Guard Camp Band color guard members will prepare for the 2016-17 band season.

August 8-9 Band Camp Band members will prepare for the 2016 -17 band season.

August 8 Football/Marching Band Orientation

Band members will prepare for the 2016-17 band season.

Richland Northeast High

June 21 - 23 Football Camp This is a development camp for 3rd - rising 9th grade students interested in football.

Session 1: June 13 – 16 Session 2: July 11 - 14

Basketball Camp The camp is designed for students from ages 7 – 13 interested in basketball.

June 13 -15 Soccer Camp The camp is designed for 2nd – 9th graders interested in soccer.

June 13 – July 14 Credit Recovery Students will participate in opportunities for credit retrieval.

June 13 – July 1

Excessive Absences Students who exceeded state requirements for attendance will have the opportunity to make up seat time.

June 27 - 30 Baseball Camp The camp is designed for students from ages 5 – 13 interested in baseball.

July 12 - 14 Volleyball Camp The camp is designed to provide athletic instruction in volleyball technique and competition.

July 18 – August 12 Band Camp Band and color guard students will prepare for the 2016-17 band season.

July 25 - 27 Cheerleading Camp The camp is designed for RNE cheerleaders.

June 13 - 15 Soccer Camp The camp is designed for rising 2nd – 9th graders interested in soccer.

Ridge View High

June 13 - 16 AVID Summer Survival Camp for rising 9th grade AVID students

June 6 - 21 Freshmen Credit Recovery

Opportunity for credit recovery for RVHS freshmen.

June 6 – August 1

GradPoint Students will participate in opportunities for credit retrieval.

June 6 - 24 Credit Retrieval This is an opportunity for underclassmen who exceeded state attendance requirements to make up seat time.

June 6 - 8 Cheer/Dance Camp The Athletic Department Cheerleading Camp is designed for elementary and middle school students interested in cheerleading.

July 25 - 27 Just Kickin It Summer Soccer Camp

The soccer camp is designed to improve soccer skills and confidence for K- 8th graders.

July 29 Football Camp The camp is designed for rising K – 8 grade students interested in football.

August 1 - 4 Summer GEAR UP Academy

This camp is for rising 9th graders and will focus on preparation for Algebra I and Algebra II.

Spring Valley High

June 4 SAT Administration of SAT

June 11 ACT Administration of ACT

June 6 - 9 Sports Academy Baseball Basketball – Boys Lacrosse - Girls Softball

The goal of the Spring Valley Sports Academy is to provide students with experiences that will enhance their skills and prepare them for the next level of competition. Coaches focus on teaching sports fundamentals while encouraging good sportsmanship.

June 13 - 16 Sports Academy Basketball - Girls

The goal of the Spring Valley Sports Academy is to provide students with experiences that will enhance their skills and prepare them for the next level of competition. Coaches focus on teaching sports fundamentals while encouraging good sportsmanship.

Sports Academy Soccer- Boys & Girls

The goal of the Spring Valley Sports Academy is to provide students with experiences that will enhance their skills and prepare them for the next level of competition. Coaches focus on teaching sports fundamentals while encouraging good sportsmanship.

June 23 Sports Academy Volleyball

The goal of the Spring Valley Sports Academy is to provide students with experiences that will enhance their skills and prepare them for the next level of competition. Coaches focus on teaching sports fundamentals while encouraging good sportsmanship.

July 11 – 14 Sports Academy Cheerleading Soccer – Boys & Girls Track

The goal of the Spring Valley Sports Academy is to provide students with experiences that will enhance their skills and prepare them for the next level of competition. Coaches focus on teaching sports fundamentals while encouraging good sportsmanship.

July 18 - 21 Sports Academy The goal of the Spring Valley Sports Academy is to provide students with

Football Lacrosse – Boys Tennis – Boys & Girls

experiences that will enhance their skills and prepare them for the next level of competition. Coaches focus on teaching sports fundamentals while encouraging good sportsmanship.

June 13 – July 5

Credit Recovery Students will participate in opportunities for credit retrieval.

June 14 – August 12 Band Camp This camp will provide training and rehearsal time for band students in preparation for the 2016-17 band season. Leadership Camp/Color Guard/Percussion Camp, Rookie Camp, Full Band Camp

August 1 - 5 Engineering Camp The camp is designed to focus on engineering for interested high school students.

Westwood High

June 13 – 30 July 11 - 28

Credit Recovery Students will participate in opportunities for credit recovery.

June 13 – July 14 Excessive Absence Makeup

Students who exceeded state requirements for attendance will have the opportunity to make up seat time.

July 18-22 (Color Guard & Percussion): July 25-August 9, August 11 & 15 (Full Band)

Band Camp This camp will prepare students for the 2016-17 band season.

June 6-9 Redhawk Volleyball Camp

The camp is for students in 1st – 9th grades - interested in volleyball.

June 20 -22 Westwood’s 3rd Annual Softball Camp

The camp is for students in grades 3- 11 interested in softball.

June 20 - 23 Westwood Girls Basketball Academy

The camp is for girls from ages 6 – 15 interested in basketball.

June 27 - 29 Redhawk Youth Football Camp

The camp is for rising 1st – 8th grade students interested in football.

July 18 - 21 Redhawk Baseball The camp is for students from ages 6 - 12 interested in baseball.

July 18 - 22 Summer GEAR UP Academy

This week-long camp will focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics - STEAM.

August 3 August 8

Alive at Five This program has been developed for adolescent drivers by the National Safety Council to focus on making good decisions and avoiding risky behaviors.