Summer Camp 2019
All camps are open to school-age children (ages 5 and up). Children will be divided into smaller groups within the classroom, to complete age-appropriate projects with others of similar age and ability. Camp days are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Half-day adaptive camps are available for some sessions. Please see below for further details.
Pioneer Days - July 1-5 (no camp on July 4) $180 per child This week we will have art projects in a variety of media exploring topics such as frontier settlement, agriculture, clothing, etc. We will spend a full day on the history of Smithton/Columbia settlement and a full day on George Caleb Benton. Students also will work collectively to create their own city plan and mock government for a fictional “settlement” of their own. |
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Winged Sensations - July 8-12 $220 per child
*Adaptive Camp $95, half-day
Join us for a week of celebrating birds and other flying creatures (both real and fictional!) Campers will spend dedicated time every morning in our greenspace and sensory garden, observing the environment around them. They will chart the birds they see onto hand-drawn maps of the space. After charting, they will gather together to compare notes and discuss what they saw, including other creatures and people, noises, etc., and how those environmental factors affected the birds. Supplemental projects will include other bird-related art: sculpting clay models of birds they observe, painting real or fictional birds, building nests out of sticks and scavenged fabric, etc. They also will be learning art history this week, viewing master artists' renditions of birds and creating a copy of their favorite one.
Ancient Civilizations - July 15-19 $220 per child
Discover the lost worlds of the Incans, Aztecs, Romans, Persians, Greeks, and more this week. Campers will examine architecture, economy, social customs, and lots of other factors that define a civil society. Through individual and group projects, they will learn about what made these civilizations rise and fall, while also exploring how similar topics manifest in their own worlds today. Of course, we’ll also study art that was made during those ancient times.
Inside Out and Back Again - July 22-26 $220 per child
Based on the book by Thannha Lai, a story of a 10-year-old girl immigrating to America from Vietnam. A series of free-verse poems describe her family’s journey: they must learn a new language, go to school, find work, make friends, deal with bullies and suspicion -- and figure out how to become Americans. Camp projects will explore various ethnic cultures “inside out and back again”, finding similarities and differences, and developing appreciation for them all.
Fish in a Tree - July 29-August 2 $220 per child
*Adaptive Camp $95, half-day
In the book Fish in a Tree, by Lynda Mullaly Hunt, we learn, “Everyone is smart in different ways. But if you judge a fish on its ability to climb a tree, it'll spend it's whole life thinking it's stupid.” This week we will abandon the rules of physics and biology to create our own fictional environments. Worlds where bumblebees are six feet tall or gravity doesn’t exist or water is neon green, perhaps. Who’s to say it’s not real? Underlying themes will include individuality, creative expression, learning styles, and acceptance of others.
Endangered Species - August 5-9 $220 per child
This week’s focus will be on how our actions affect our planet. We will examine those endangered species—like tigers, rhinos, whales and marine turtles—whose protection influences and supports the survival of other species. We’ll also explore topics of food waste, butterfly migration, and personal carbon footprints. Through these subject-integrated lessons, students will learn how their actions help shape the future of nature, all while celebrating the beauty and complexity of the world’s wildlife.
*Half-day Adaptive Camps are available, for weeks indicated above, for those children who have disabilities or who just prefer a shorter day. These Adaptive Camps will explore the same theme and will be held in collaboration with the full-day camps, allowing for an inclusive environment for learners of all ability levels. Please select the Morning or the Afternoon option when registering. Mornings (9:00-12:00) will focus on Fibers and 2D projects. Afternoons (1:00-4:00) will focus on Clay and 2D projects. $95/child
*Adaptive Camp $95, half-day
Join us for a week of celebrating birds and other flying creatures (both real and fictional!) Campers will spend dedicated time every morning in our greenspace and sensory garden, observing the environment around them. They will chart the birds they see onto hand-drawn maps of the space. After charting, they will gather together to compare notes and discuss what they saw, including other creatures and people, noises, etc., and how those environmental factors affected the birds. Supplemental projects will include other bird-related art: sculpting clay models of birds they observe, painting real or fictional birds, building nests out of sticks and scavenged fabric, etc. They also will be learning art history this week, viewing master artists' renditions of birds and creating a copy of their favorite one.
Ancient Civilizations - July 15-19 $220 per child
Discover the lost worlds of the Incans, Aztecs, Romans, Persians, Greeks, and more this week. Campers will examine architecture, economy, social customs, and lots of other factors that define a civil society. Through individual and group projects, they will learn about what made these civilizations rise and fall, while also exploring how similar topics manifest in their own worlds today. Of course, we’ll also study art that was made during those ancient times.
Inside Out and Back Again - July 22-26 $220 per child
Based on the book by Thannha Lai, a story of a 10-year-old girl immigrating to America from Vietnam. A series of free-verse poems describe her family’s journey: they must learn a new language, go to school, find work, make friends, deal with bullies and suspicion -- and figure out how to become Americans. Camp projects will explore various ethnic cultures “inside out and back again”, finding similarities and differences, and developing appreciation for them all.
Fish in a Tree - July 29-August 2 $220 per child
*Adaptive Camp $95, half-day
In the book Fish in a Tree, by Lynda Mullaly Hunt, we learn, “Everyone is smart in different ways. But if you judge a fish on its ability to climb a tree, it'll spend it's whole life thinking it's stupid.” This week we will abandon the rules of physics and biology to create our own fictional environments. Worlds where bumblebees are six feet tall or gravity doesn’t exist or water is neon green, perhaps. Who’s to say it’s not real? Underlying themes will include individuality, creative expression, learning styles, and acceptance of others.
Endangered Species - August 5-9 $220 per child
This week’s focus will be on how our actions affect our planet. We will examine those endangered species—like tigers, rhinos, whales and marine turtles—whose protection influences and supports the survival of other species. We’ll also explore topics of food waste, butterfly migration, and personal carbon footprints. Through these subject-integrated lessons, students will learn how their actions help shape the future of nature, all while celebrating the beauty and complexity of the world’s wildlife.
*Half-day Adaptive Camps are available, for weeks indicated above, for those children who have disabilities or who just prefer a shorter day. These Adaptive Camps will explore the same theme and will be held in collaboration with the full-day camps, allowing for an inclusive environment for learners of all ability levels. Please select the Morning or the Afternoon option when registering. Mornings (9:00-12:00) will focus on Fibers and 2D projects. Afternoons (1:00-4:00) will focus on Clay and 2D projects. $95/child
Camp Information
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What to Bring
Campers will need to bring a packed lunch that does not need heating or cooling, two snacks, and a bottle of water. They will need to wear shoes they can play in and comfortable clothes that can get messy! Camp days run from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Location & Contact 1724 McAlester Street, Columbia, MO 65201 accessarts@schoolofservice.org or (573) 875-0275 Executive Director: Shawna Johnson Checking In & Out Morning check-in and roll call will occur every day between 8 and 8:15 a.m. Please be prompt! Bring your child to the front entrance of 1724 McAlester Street where you will be greeted by a designated staff member. Every child must be signed in and out every day by a parent or authorized adult. Please come to the door and be greeted by our staff to ensure the safety of all students. We also may have information about the day’s activities or have a question for you. Dismissal will be between 4:45 and 5 p.m. every day. Any child not picked up by 5:15 will be charged an extra $5 for every 15 minutes they remain. Authorized Release If you wish to have someone other than you pick up your child, we must receive written consent from you using the Authorized Release form. Send this signed form with the authorized person who picks up your child. This person must have a photo ID and the signed form or we will not allow the child to leave our care. No exceptions will be made. If you know in advance that someone else will be picking up your child, please let us know at the time of registration. |
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Forms
Please complete and return the Child Information Sheet, Field Trip Permission Slip and the Authorized Release Form (if applicable) to our office, along with payment. You may pay online with this Payment cart and email the forms, or print the forms and mail with a check to our office - Access Arts, 1724 McAlester St, Columbia, MO 65201.
Full-day Summer Camp Forms
Important Information for Parents
Daily Camp Schedule
2019 Child Information Sheet Please fill one out for each child that you wish to register.
Field Trip Permission Slip
Authorized Release Form REQUIRED if you wish your child to be picked up by someone other than you.
Half-day Adaptive Summer Camp Forms
Important Information for Parents
Adaptive Camp Schedule
2019 Child Information Sheet Please fill one out for each child that you wish to register.
Authorized Release Form REQUIRED if you wish your child to be picked up by someone other than you.
Full-day Summer Camp Forms
Important Information for Parents
Daily Camp Schedule
2019 Child Information Sheet Please fill one out for each child that you wish to register.
Field Trip Permission Slip
Authorized Release Form REQUIRED if you wish your child to be picked up by someone other than you.
Half-day Adaptive Summer Camp Forms
Important Information for Parents
Adaptive Camp Schedule
2019 Child Information Sheet Please fill one out for each child that you wish to register.
Authorized Release Form REQUIRED if you wish your child to be picked up by someone other than you.