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School of Architecture • Athletic Department • Lowe Art Museum
Hurricane Debate Institute • Frost School of Music
Summer Reading Programs • Summer Scholars Program • Theatre Arts
Wellness Center Mini Canes Sports Camp • Non UM Programs
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI PROGRAMS
SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE
305-284-3438 • www.arc.miami.edu
The School of Architecture offers two different summer programs for high school students, one residential and the other daily. Typically held for three weeks, faculty and advanced architecture students offer courses of study designed to give high school students an introduction to the profession as well as to the university experience. For more information, visit www.arc.miami.edu/programs/high-school-summer.
This residential studio course for outstanding high school students builds familiarity with design processes and the role of architects and designers in society. Students enrolled in Explorations receive three (3) college credits. Scholarships may be available for qualified students who require financial assistance.
This program introduces secondary students (Grades 9-12) to the field of environmental design through projects offered in architecture, landscape architecture, and planning. It serves to engage students in the design process of creative problem solving. The program consists of three consecutive one-week sessions meeting Monday through Friday from 9:30 am - noon.
ATHLETICS
305-284-3822 • www.hurricanesports.com
Athletics summer camps are administered by the coaches of each sport and are usually staffed by coaches and UM student athletes. See below for a list of contact information.
LOWE ART MUSEUM
305-284-3535 • www.miami.edu/lowe
The Beaux Arts camp programs are designed for students ages 5-12. In each of the five sessions offered throughout the summer, campers will explore various art techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpture, paper mache’ and much more. For more information, visit www.beauxartsmiami.org/art_camp/artcamp.html or call 305-668-8499.
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION
Hurricane Debate Institute
305-284-5553 • www.debate.miami.edu
The University of Miami Debate Team invites Middle School and High School students of all experience levels to participate in the 16th Hurricane Debate Institute Summer Camp. For more information, visit www.debate.miami.edu/workshops or e-mail dave@miami.edu.
PHILLIP AND PATRICIA FROST SCHOOL OF MUSIC
305-284-2241 • www.music.miami.edu
The Frost School of music has summer programs designed for various age groups and include the following:
Director: Dr. Rene Gonzalez
Students in grades 5-12 will have the opportunity to experience music of all styles including jazz, classical, and rock. Each student participates in ensembles and master classes. Class topics include instrumental techniques, music reading, improvisation, and theory. Drum set, bass guitar, and keyboard are also included in the camp.
Director: Sarah Neham Salz
A full-time music camp for students ages 7 - 18, the Young Musicians’ Camp offers a wide variety of programs, spanning guitar, piano, strings, wind, percussion, orchestra, jazz, voice and musical theater. Whether you are a young beginner or an experienced player, you will find a program that is appropriate for you.
MusicTime Camp is designed for children from birth through eight years of age and offers a full and varied music curriculum including singing, listening, ear training, movement, playing instruments, and musical notation. Keyboard Camp is for children ages 6-8. The focus of the curriculum is on keyboard with a variety of related musical activities, including singing, movement, drumming, dancing, and rhythmic and tonal patterning. These programs also integrate music and art activities that heighten the awareness of the natural environment.
SUMMER READING PROGRAMS
800-964-8888 • www.miami.edu/reading
For an enjoyable activity with lifelong benefits, register for one of eight different reading skills programs taught by instructors from the Institute of Reading Development. For information, select an age group below:
SUMMER SCHOLAR PROGRAMS
305-284-6107 • www.miami.edu/summerscholar
E-mail: ssp.cstudies@miami.edu
High school students can explore career possibilities through the Summer Scholar Programs(SSP). Each program offers a three-week, educational experience that lets you live like a college student on campus while earning valuable college credit. Choose from one of the following Programs:THEATRE ARTS
305-284-4474 • www.as.miami.edu/theatrearts
Summer Theatre Academy is for young actors (grades 1-7 and 8-11). Participants receive experience in acting, improvisation, stage movement, play writing, music and dance in a small class size setting. Students cap off the summer by participating in a final production at the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre. Tentative dates for 2009 are June 8 - July 17. For more information or to request to be put on their e-mail list for updates, contact the department at 305-284-4474.
WELLNESS CENTER
305-284-8500 • www.miami.edu/wellness
Children age 6-12 can swim, play basketball and tennis, and take part in a variety of other indoor games at the Mini Canes Recreational Sports Camp. Named one of the top summer camps in Miami-Dade County by South Florida Parenting Magazine, the camp is run by energetic, well-qualified UM professionals, Miami-Dade County teachers, and college students. For more information, call 305-284-8510.
NON-UM PROGRAMS , CORAL GABLES CAMPUS
FUNCAMPS
305-666-2992 • www.funcamps.com
Our programs offer a fun and creative approach to the world of day camps. Launching our Magicamp program 20 years ago, Funcamps has grown to include 4 more exciting program selections including Jurassicamp, Space and Rocket Camp, Amazing Science Camp and Camp Idol/StarKidz. Our goal is to provide our campers with the highest standards of care, personal training, and a well structured curriculum. We are proud to have been selected by Disney as a top 5 camp in the country and are one of only two Miami camps with national accreditation from the American Camping Association for our excellence in providing safe and exciting programs.iD TECH CAMPS
888-709-TECH (8324) • http://www.internaldrive.com/florida/miami.asp?loc=UMIAMI
Our summer kids’ camps and teen camps are designed for beginner to advanced learners. Our popular University of Miami summer day camps and overnight camps average 6 students per instructor for customized instruction delivered by highly trained adult-only staff.FIRST GIRLS CLUB SUMMER CAMP
305-233-8362 • www.firstgirlsclubcamp.com
“Where girls can be girls,” this all girl’s summer camp is for ages 4-11 and focuses on enriching young girls with self esteem, leadership skills and important attributes for success.CAMP Ñ
305-669-6776 • www.campn.net
“A fun way to learn Spanish,” our goal is to motivate campers to learn Spanish. We want them to leave camp Ñ with a better understanding of the Spanish language and a desire to continue learning it. Campers will have the opportunity to listen, speak, read and write Spanish through a variety of fun activities.WISE CHOICE SUMMER CAMP
305-630-3600 • www.WiseChoiceSummerCamp.com
Directed by Florida certified teachers, Wise Choice Summer Camp provides a safe, fun environment for campers ages 5 - 12. Each week, campers will engage in a range of activities including outdoor sports, games, and educational field trips. With weekly trips around Miami, campers will enjoy a variety of fun and educational destinations. Past trips have included Miami Metro Zoo and Jungle Island and this summer will include great new outings at Wannado City and Miami Children’s Museum.
