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2020 SUMMER PROGRAMS JUNE 8- LEARN, CREATE & EXPLORE! - Lake Ridge Academy
2020 SUMMER
                   PROGRAMS                    JUNE 8 –
                                               JULY 17

LEARN,
CREATE &
EXPLORE!
Co-Ed camp offerings
for kids K* – 12

NEW CAMPS FOR 2020! REGISTER AT WWW.LAKERIDGEACADEMY.ORG
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LAKE RIDGE ACADEMY
        2020 SUMMER PROGRAMS / JUNE 8 – JULY 17
A diverse and dynamic program offering full and half day experiences open to all
area students! Come join us to explore, experience, create, think and have fun!

Program Length
We offer six weeks of summer program options from June 8 –
                                                                    INSIDE
July 17, 2020. Camps and classes are offered in one to five         2020 Summer Program Details                    2–3
week blocks.                                                        Discovery Camps (Full & Half Day, K* – 4th)        4

Daily Schedule                                                      Fine Arts & Technology Camps                   5–7
The day includes half (9:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm – 4:00           Chess Camp (USA Chess)                             7
pm) and full day (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) sessions, before and
                                                                    Environmental & Experiential Camps             8–9
after-school care, and a supervised lunch.
                                                                    Academic Camps                                9 – 10
Registration                                                        Athletic Camps                                    11
Online registration is available by visiting
www.lakeridgeacademy.org/summer. You will receive an
immediate electronic confirmation that your registration         an option to be added to a waitlist. Grade levels printed
has been received. All registrations are accepted on a           in the course descriptions indicate grades that
first-come, first-served basis. Once a class is full, there is   students will enter in Fall 2020.

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Online Registration Process
    We are excited to offer online registration for our Summer Program. Please note some vendor programs
    require online registration on their organization’s website (check course description).
    1. V
        isit www.lakeridgeacademy.org/summer to access the online registration link. You will also be able to
       access links to our vendor camps.
    2. View the course offerings and make your selections.
    3. You will be asked to set up an account with our provider, Active Network.
    4. Complete the Medical Authorization, Photo Authorization, and Waivers.
    5. Pay by credit card or echeck.
    6. Y
        ou will receive an automated email that your registration has been received. Any additional information will
       be emailed prior to the start of the course.

Tuition and Cancellation/Withdrawal                              Class Size
All tuition payments are made online during registration.        Personalized attention is an important feature of the
Please see class descriptions for program fees. Courses          Summer Program; therefore, class size is limited and set by
with insufficient enrollment will be canceled no later than      the Summer Program Director.
June 1, and a full refund of tuition will be made. Those
cancelling or withdrawing from a class will be subject to a      Instructors
fee of 10% of the total tuition or $50.00, whichever is          Most summer programs are taught by Lake Ridge Academy
greater. No refunds will be made after June 8. Optional          faculty. All of our instructors are certified teaching
registration insurance is also available (see online             professionals or highly experienced in their field of
registration form for more information). Lake Ridge              instruction. In many programs, a Lake Ridge Academy
Academy reserves the right to dismiss a student for              Upper School student or graduate will serve as a counselor/
inappropriate behavior with no refund for the tuition paid.      assistant.

Extended Day                                                     Field Trips
Before and after-school supervision is available for a fee of    Several camps and classes will be taking field trips. Parents
$8.00 per hour. Extended Day times are from 8:00 am –            will be informed of the trip destination prior to the day of the
9:00 am and from 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm. Students remaining           trip. Field trips are chaperoned by Lake Ridge Academy staff
in Extended Day past 5:30 pm will incur a late fee at a rate     and transportation is provided.
of $1 per minute. Extended Day is operated by experienced
Lake Ridge Academy faculty and staff. You may register for       Campus Directions
Extended Day as the need arises. Billing is handled through      All campers should check-in for their camp or class at our
the Business Office.                                             main entrance located in the Community Resource Center
                                                                 (CRC). The CRC is the two-story brick building located on
Health & Wellness                                                the west side of our campus. Take the first right-hand turn
During the Summer Program, there is NO NURSE on duty.            after crossing the bridge. This road will lead you to the
In the event of an emergency, 911 will be contacted.             large parking lot in front of the CRC entrance which is
                                                                 located under the large metal awning.
Lunch/Snacks
Parents are responsible for providing their child with a lunch   More Questions?
(including beverage). Refrigeration is available. Morning and    If you have additional questions about the Summer
afternoon snacks are provided by Lake Ridge Academy.             Program, please contact Mrs. Katherine Hatcher, Summer
                                                                 Program Director, at (440) 327-1175, ext. 9141, fax: (440)
                                                                 353-0324, or email: hatcherk@lakeridgeacademy.org.

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DISCOVERY CAMPS
K*–4TH
Discovery Camps are multi-disciplinary day camps designed to provide children with an enriching, and
rewarding learning experience in an environment of summer fun. Campers will encounter a variety of hands-
on learning experiences each week, and they will try new things, visit new places, and meet new people all
under the guidance of experienced, caring, Lake Ridge Academy faculty and staff.

Discovery Camps are led by Ms. Regan Pore, Mrs. Rachel Reighley, Mrs. Kristy Rodriguez, Ms. Lauren Thome,
and other Lake Ridge Academy faculty. Teachers are assisted by camp counselors, consisting of both Upper
School and college students.

Week One: June 8-12
All For One and One For All!
Gather your suit of armor and prepare for a tournament of
knights! Laugh and joke at the Jester’s court, create a wizard
wand, and craft a coat of arms. Live your favorite fairytale and
end the week with a Masquerade and Renaissance Faire,
Discovery Camp style!

Week Two: June 15-19
Under the Sea
Put on your swimsuit, goggles, and don’t forget your imagination!
We are headed below deck to explore life under the sea! We will
look at the water cycle, water transportation, animals and their
aquatic habitats, and see if we can reach the ocean floor by the
end of the week. Come join us as we understand the importance
of water to people and animals alike.

Week Three: June 22-26
… And the Winner Is
Take your place on the podium for an Olympic week of winning!
Get ready for a week of games and a look at this ancient tradition
of honoring athletes and sport from around the world!                   Week Six: July 13-17
                                                                        Curtain Up! Drama Camp (Full-Day Only)
Week Four: June 29-July 3                                               Led by Lake Ridge Academy drama teacher, Mrs. Kristy Rodriguez,
What’s Your Superpower?                                                 this week introduces students to the stage. Students will dance,
KAPOW! WHAM! POW! Calling all Superheroes – grab your                   sing, perform in group theater games, and explore theatrical
capes, masks, and your sidekick. We will spend the week training        improvisation. This creative, low pressure environment provides
to be the best heroes we can be. Not only will we explore different     campers with an introduction to musical theater. Students will
superheroes and their powers, but we will also understand what it       present a showcase of their work on the final day of camp for their
means to be a hero! Let’s join forces to create, discover, and see if   family and friends.
our superpowers can save the world. Don’t miss your chance for
Superhero training!
                                                                        Sign up for a full day (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) or a
Week Five: July 6-10                                                    half-day (9:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:00 – 4:00 pm)
Rain, Rain, Go Away!
Ever wonder why it rains or snows? What about why it can be             Cost: Full Day $345.00 Half Day $195.00
sunny one minute and cloudy the next? Join us for a week of
weather exploration to answer these questions and more! We will
craft, record in our weather journal, and conduct experiments to
test all types of weather. It is time to be a meteorologist!

                                                                                                        * Admitted Lake Ridge Academy
                                                                                               Kindergarteners are invited to join the fun.

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FINE ARTS AND
TECHNOLOGY CAMPS
Oberlin Choristers’ World of Music Camp 2020: A
Nordic Adventure!
Come with us into the mystical Nordic lands of Finland, Denmark,
Iceland, Sweden, and Norway. In this week-long day camp for
singers in grades 3-8, we will explore the music and cultures of
Northern Europe through song, dance, instruments, and even a
smorgasbord! This fun and interactive week will conclude with a
finale concert to showcase the highlights of the week. Activities
include choral music and singing games, instrumental music and
dancing, fun and games outdoors, art and culture, food inspired by
Nordic cuisine and time spent building friendships!

   Instructor:  Oberlin Choristers Artistic Staff
   Grade Level: 3-8
   Dates:       June 8 – 12
   Session:     9:00 am - 4:00 pm
   Cost:	$175 ($200 after May 1st)
                Email info@ochoristers.org for more info.
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Super Summer Fun Pottery and Art Camp
Students will begin by learning how to throw pottery on the wheel
including cups, bowls, and plates. We will also be exploring 2
dimensional techniques including painting on canvas, collage, and
drawing in their sketchbooks. Fiber art will also be explored with tie
dye t-shirts, and the choice to create a tote bag or pillow! Students
will have fun creating pieces that they can display and use every day!
This is a two-week course.
   Instructor:     Ms. Valerie Grossman
   Grade Level:    1-8
   Dates:          June 8 – 19 (two-week session)
   Session:        1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
   Cost:           $395

LEGO® Robotics Challenge
Led by the Lake Ridge Academy Robotics director Todd Morrison,
this course will give students the chance to compete in a robotics
challenge. Students will begin with a generic EV3 robot and learn
to program it to move using the Mindstorms software, which is
GUI based programming. During the week they will have the
opportunity to build accessories on their robot to accomplish tasks
and challenges on a custom game board. The final day will host an
official competition where a winning team will be determined.
   Instructor:     Mr. Todd Morrison
   Grade Level:    6-12
   Dates:          June 15 – 19
   Session:        1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
   Cost:           $195

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Creating in 3 Dimensions
Have you ever had an idea that you wished you could bring to life?
Ever drawn a sketch and thought how cool it would be to have your
design created in 3 dimensions? Are you interested in the world of
Computer Aided Design (CAD) and 3D printing? Consider joining
this class where you will utilize Sketchup to create objects in virtual
space and then see them printed on one of Lake Ridge Academy’s
3D printers. Examples have included airfoil test sections, various
chess pieces, and even the ancient Greek Temple of Venus.
   Instructor:     Mr. Andy Wright
   Grade Level:    6 – 12
   Dates:          June 15 – 19
   Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm
   Cost:           $195.00

CODEMONSTER CODING CAMPS
Arduino Robotics Camp
Arduino robotics programming will be entirely new and different           Creating Your First iPhone/iPad Mobile Game
from the previous year. We will build a working robot that kids can       Students will learn how to code and create their own computer
bring home at the end of the camp and program it intuitively using        games and animation on the IOS platform. Instead of just playing
a real programming language.                                              games on the iPad, students can learn how to create their own
                                                                          games by dragging and dropping LEGO-styled blocks on the
This one-of-a-kind course teaches kids robotic programming using          screen. This class will improve students’ critical thinking, logic, and
a unique approach. We first introduce and discuss all components          creativity. Campers will also focus on algorithm and logic thinking
needed for the robot build before actually building it. Once the robot    using pseudocoding, explore the advantage of reusable codes
is completed, we will program the robot to give it intelligence!          using functions, and improve their knowledge on technical jargon.

This robotics class is fun and engaging while providing a learning        No prior knowledge of computer programming is required;
experience for kids who love to build and code. We will use an            however, students should know how to use the touch screen to
open-sourced platform for our robotic building and C++ for coding.        navigate around the screen.
No prior knowledge of robotic programming is required for this
course. Some form of coding like Scratch or equivalent is preferred.         Instructor:     CodeMonster Instructor
                                                                             Grade Level:    2-5
   Instructor:     Mr. Anthony Ng                                            Dates:          July 13 – July 17
   Grade Level:    5-9                                                       Session:        9:00 am - 4:00 pm
   Dates:          June 29 – July 3                                          Cost:           $350
   Session:        9:00 am - 4:00 pm
   Cost:           $350                                                   Creative Scratch 3 Programming with Microbit
                                                                          Scratch 3.0 is the third and current major version of Scratch. It is a
Graphical Robotics Jr. Programming                                        complete redesign and re-implementation of Scratch, a
Robotics programming is NOT only for big kids. Younger kids can           programming platform developed by MIT for children. All relevant
build and code a robot as well. They will bring home a fully              concepts of programming language can be demonstrated in
working robotic rover at the end of the camp.                             Scratch in a very kid-friendly environment. Scratch will build
                                                                          coding interest in kids through games and animations.
We first introduce and discuss all components needed for the
robot build before actually building it. We will discuss the everyday     BBC Mircobit is a small microcontroller board that can be
robotics technology around us and understand their                        programmed to do a number of nifty things. Kids will learn how to
implementation. The kids will build a simple robotic rover with           write simple games using Scratch and program the Microbit as a
fewer parts and program it with intuitive graphical blocks similar to     game controller.
Scratch. The microcontroller board used in this camp is the BBC
Microbit.                                                                 No prior knowledge of computer programming required. Students
                                                                          should know how to use the mouse to navigate around the
No prior knowledge of robotic programming is required for this            computer screen.
course. Some form of coding like Scratch or equivalent is preferred.
                                                                             Instructor:     CodeMonster Instructor
   Instructor:     CodeMonster Instructor                                    Grade Level:    3-5
   Grade Level:    3-6                                                       Dates:          July 13 – July 17
   Dates:          July 6 – 10                                               Session:        9:00 am - 4:00 pm
   Session:        9:00 am - 4:00 pm                                         Cost:           $350
   Cost:           $350

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ACTIVE LEARNING SERVICES                                                 Kodu Video Games - Mario Go-Kart Style
VIDEO GAME CREATION CAMPS                                                Create your own Mario Go-Kart style game. Campers begin by
Active Learning Services’ Video Game Creation Camps offer                designing their own world. Worlds can have mountains, valleys,
programs that use custom designed curriculum to encourage                lakes, hills, etc. or they can be a design unlike anything you have
campers to use their creativity as they learn to program a video         ever seen before. Next, they place characters into the world and
game using step-by-step instructions. All Active Learning                program them to move about, interacting with other characters,
Services’ Video Game Creation Camps are half-day programs                even talking using scripts written for the characters. They can
that can be combined to create a full-day experience for                 program characters to pick up objects, engage opponents, and
$510.00 or matched with a half-day Chess Camp for $485.00.               overcome villains. Children will use their creativity as they build a
Registration must take place directly with Active Learning               world full of racing tasks. This is a half-day program. Students can
Services/USA Chess and not through Lake Ridge Academy.                   add an additional program to make it a full day camp.
For questions or to register, please visit www.
                                                                            Instructor:     Active Learning Services Instructor
activelearningcamps.com or call 1-888-652-4377.
                                                                            Ages:           6 – 16
                                                                            Dates:          July 6 – 10
Modding, Networking and Hosting with Minecraft
                                                                            Session:        1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Minecraft is hugely popular because it is collaborative, open-ended
                                                                            Cost:           $315.00
and moddable. Our program promotes those qualities for a week of
fun! The week begins with learning the game, controls, recipes and       >R
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a bit about hosting & networking. Next, campers are connecting to
different worlds hosted on our secure server and experimenting
                                                                         USA Chess: National Chess Camp
with character skins, mods and custom maps. By day three, the kids
                                                                         This summer, USA Chess is offering our exciting and entertaining
are building in the Active Learning World that grows over time.
                                                                         chess camp at more than 100 locations nationwide. USA Chess is
Whether adding a room, building a moat or even creating a
                                                                         the largest premier chess camp organizer for children in the United
chessboard, the possibilities are nearly limitless. As with all of our
                                                                         States. The staff is comprised of the finest children’s chess
game creation options, this camp encourages creativity, storytelling,
                                                                         instructors in North America. Registration options include mornings,
programming and problem solving for their young minds.
                                                                         afternoons and all-day sessions. Campers experience chess
   Instructor:     Active Learning Services Instructor                   instruction and play in a fun-filled environment designed to improve
   Ages:           6 – 16                                                their skills whether they are interested in casual or competitive
   Dates:          July 6 – 10                                           chess. Tuition includes trophy, chess set and much more.
   Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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                                                                           egistration must take place directly with USA Chess
   Cost:           $315.00
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  egistration: www.activelearningcamps.com                                 Instructors:    USA Chess Staff
                                                                            Grade Level:    K* – 12
Scratch Animation                                                           Dates:          July 6 – 10
Students are introduced to programming by creating short story
animated movies with a focus on fun. Campers will create animated           Sessions:                                         Cost:
stories using the Scratch animated programming tool which allows            Morning Chess (9:00 am – 12:00 pm)                $275.00
them to program interactions between characters. They will use a            Afternoon Chess (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm)               $275.00
gallery of characters, scenery and custom animations that are               Full Day Chess Camp (9:00 am – 4:00 pm)           $445.00
designed to help develop their story. The students will learn basic         Half-Day Chess & Half-Day Computer Camp           $485.00
programming skills and have the opportunity to broaden their
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imagination. This is a half-day program. Students can add an
additional program to make it a full day camp.
   Instructor:     Active Learning Services Instructor
   Ages:           7 – 16
   Dates:          July 6 – 10
   Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm
   Cost:           $315.00
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ENVIRONMENTAL AND
EXPERIENTIAL CAMPS
Need for Speed: Rockets
Build and launch your own model rocket! As part of this program,
you will investigate the principles of rocketry. You will observe,
record, measure, and calculate information related to concepts such
as thrust, acceleration, speed, altitude, trajectory, and variables.
Building your own models will teach building skills, and allow you to
make adjustments for increased speed or agility. Blast off with us!
   Instructor:     Mr. David Harris
   Grade Level:    4 & up
   Dates:          June 8 – 12
   Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm
   Cost:           $195.00

Woodworking
Are you interested in working with your hands as well as your
mind? Learn an important skill and proper technique for using
hand and power tools as we design and build a variety of useful
projects for our campus and your home, including bird houses, bat
boxes, and more!                                                          Engineering Challenges
   Instructor:     Mr. David Harris                                       Take on challenges in engineering by learning to experiment,
   Grade Level:    4–8                                                    research, design and build to solve problems, develop new ideas
   Dates:          June 8 – 12                                            and more in the Kemper Science and Engineering Exploratorium
   Session:        1:00 pm – 4:00 pm                                      and engineering labs. This exciting class is for students who
   Cost:           $195.00                                                want to explore their engineering potential.
                                                                             Instructor:     Mr. David Harris & Mr. Rob Robertson
Ichthyology and Fishing                                                      Grade Level:    4 & up
Do you fish or want to learn how? Ever thought about learning to             Dates:          June 22 – 26
tie your own flies or building your own fishing pole? Spend                  Session:        9:00 am – 4:00 pm
wonderful summer days around our school pond, on nearby rivers,              Cost:           $395.00
and on the lake learning to bait a line, use a spin lure, and to cast a
fly fishing rod. Students receive instruction and guided practice as      Ultra|Missions Paddleboard Camp
needed. The class will also focus on learning about local fish            With an emphasis on instruction and skill development in standup
anatomy, habitat, behavior and food resources. As we will be on           paddleboarding, Dr. Lynne Nagy of Ultra|Missions leads camp
and off campus, future ichthyologists should dress for the weather,       activities with support from a highly trained, professional staff. Join
bring a life vest, snack and their patience.                              Dr. Nagy for a week of instruction and skill development in the
                                                                          sport of paddleboarding. Water and land activities build problem
   Instructor:     Mr. David Harris & Mr. Rob Robertson
                                                                          solving skills and enhance fitness in a fun, safe, and collegial
   Grade Level:    4 & up
                                                                          environment. Campers will be bused to Huntington Beach daily
   Dates:          June 15 – 19
                                                                          and will return to Lake Ridge Academy at the end of camp.
   Session:        9:00 am – 4:00 pm
   Cost:           $395.00                                                   Instructor:     Dr. Lynne Nagy
                                                                             Grade Level:    4 – 12
Cooking for Kids!                                                            Dates:          June 22 – 26 or July 13 – 17
These cooking classes have been created to inspire and excite kids           Session:        9:00 am – 1:00 pm
to try new foods and healthier eating. Students will have the                Cost:           $350.00 per weekly session
opportunity to cook and have fun in the kitchen while being
introduced to cooking vocabulary and techniques, tools and                Hike and Bike Week
utensils, safety, kitchen math and new foods! We’ll talk about            Spend the week outdoors hiking and biking the best of our
setting the table and etiquette and eat what we cook every day!           region’s trails and parks. Learn how to use a compass, GPS,
Space is very limited!                                                    maps and the natural world to find your way. We’re on the move
                                                                          this week to Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Metroparks,
   Instructor:     Ms. Jennifer Shaw                                      so grab your daypack, your hiking shoes, and let’s hit the trail!
   Grade Level:    3–5
   Dates:          June 15 – 19 or June 22 – 26                              Instructor:     Mr. David Harris and Mr. Rob Robertson
   Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm                                        Grade Level:    4 & up
   Cost:           $195.00                                                   Dates:          June 29 – July 3
                                                                             Session:        9:00 am – 4:00 pm
                                                                             Cost:           $395.00

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Nature Photography
Enjoy a summer’s week on our beautiful campus, Sandy Ridge,
and Indian Hollow capturing the essence of nature through a lens.
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Providing in-field, hands-on instruction in digital camera use,
composition and elements of design along with the fundamentals
of digital darkroom, this course is an introduction to the art of
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nature and photography. Photographers should dress for the
summer weather including a hat, bug spray and SPF lotion.
   Instructor:    Mr. Rob Robertson
   Grade Level:   4 & up
   Dates:         July 6 – 10
   Session:       9:00 am – 12:00 pm
   Cost:          $195.00

Camp LEAD: The Amazing Chase
This week-long day camp with high-energy activities promotes
leadership and social emotional learning. Inspired by TV show The
Amazing Race, campers learn about healthy competition,
collaboration and accomplishing goals. Campers will stretch
personal limits through interactive indoor and outdoor activities
that will encourage them to learn from each other and become
effective leaders.
   Instructor:     ELA Instructor
   Grade Level: 5-8
   Dates:          July 13-17
   Session:        9:00 am – 3:00 pm
   Cost:           $275.00 by 3/31; $295 after 3/31
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  egistration: effectivela.org or call 216.292.8775                  This class is designed for new or current middle school students
                                                                      who would benefit from further instruction in the close reading of
Sporting Life - Overnight!                                            fiction texts, as well as sentence and paragraph writing. In the first
Four days of outdoor adventure! Camp includes two days of             half of each session, students will read a variety of short stories
shooting sports, including firearms safety and expert instruction,    and will learn and practice Notice and Note’s six fiction signposts.
followed by two days in the woods (overnight will be July 16). We     These signposts alert students to significant moments in the text,
will enjoy camping overnight in a primitive setting and learn many    and give them strategies to explore and find evidence to support
back-country skills including setting up a tent, how to cook, hike,   their interpretations. In the second half of each session, students
and how to be safe in the woods and on the river. We will learn       will practice concrete writing strategies that they can apply to all
basic paddling safety skills and finish our adventure with an         subjects.
exciting 10-mile canoe trip. Students should be physically capable
of lengthy hiking and canoeing. They must have their own sleeping        Instructors:    Ms. Lisa McElwain
bag, raingear, swimsuit and boots. Everything else will be               Grade Level:    6–8
provided.                                                                Dates:          June 8 – 12
                                                                         Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm
   Instructors:   Mr. David Harris and Mr. Rob Robertson                 Cost:           $175.00
   Grade Level:   5-10
   Dates:         July 13 – 17                                        Stop, Think, Plan, Act: Executive Function Coaching
   Session:       9:00 am - 4:00 pm                                   Our executive functions allow us to make plans, set goals, stay
   Cost:          $395                                                organized, and get things done. This class is for middle school
                                                                      students who would benefit from explicit support and instruction
                                                                      in building their executive functions. Students will learn concrete
                                                                      strategies to organize their materials, time, and assignments that
                                                                      they can take with them and apply to both school and home life.
                                                                      When middle schoolers feel more in control of their executive
                                                                      functions, they become more confident and more independent.

                                                                         Instructor:     Ms. Lisa McElwain
                                                                         Grade Level:    6–8
                                                                         Dates:          June 15 – June 19
                                                                         Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm
                                                                         Cost:           $175

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History Through Film
If you love film and history, than this is the summer session for you.
Come spend a week exploring the history of the United States
through film. Campers will look at a range of films that cover broad
topics of American history and will examine the accuracy of these
films and why sometimes Hollywood changes the details to make
a better story.
   Instructor:     Mr. Mathew Barker
   Grade Level:    7-12
   Dates:          June 22-26
   Session:        9:00 am - 12:00 pm
   Cost:           $175

Model UN Camp
Come spend the summer learning all about Model UN and how to
be the best delegate you can be. This summer session explores
the ins and outs of the United Nations, discusses important world
topics and current events, and helps hone your delegate skills.
   Instructor:     Mr. Mathew Barker
   Grade Level:    7 – 12
   Dates:          June 22 – 26
   Session:        1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
   Cost:           $350.00
                                                                          Study Skills
Budgeting Life Skills!                                                    Achieve greater academic success with improved skills in time
Mrs. George and Mr. Barker want to give you a taste of the real           management, organization, listening and taking notes, test
world. Come spend some time this summer learning life skills such         strategies, critical reading, research and more. Goal setting, stress
as stocks, budgets, real-world economic experiences and have              management, and overcoming procrastination will also be covered.
some fun with two awesome teachers!                                       Individualized programs will be designed to accommodate various
   Instructor:     Mr. Mathew Barker & Mrs. Erin George                   needs and abilities.
   Grade Level:    6-8                                                       Instructor:    Mr. David Harris
   Dates:          June 29 – July 3                                          Grade Level:   4–8
   Session:        1:00 pm – 4:00 pm                                         Dates:         July 6 – 10
   Cost:           $175                                                      Session:       9:00 am – 12:00 pm
                                                                             Cost:          $175.00
The Historian’s Toolbox 2020
This class is designed for middle school students who are interested      Math Rules
in learning and refining strategies for historical reading and writing.   This class is designed for students who love math and want to
The first half of each session will focus on learning close reading       explore numbers and patterns and move through the basics and
strategies for nonfiction texts using Notice and Note’s 3 Big             into more advanced mathematics at their own pace. This is a great
Questions and 5 Nonfiction signposts. The second half will focus on       class for the math student who would benefit from additional math
developing key skills for investigating historical questions and          practice and instruction.
analyzing primary and secondary sources with the purpose of
improving their research and writing skills.                                 Instructor:    Mr. David Harris
                                                                             Grade Level:   4–6
   Instructors:    Mr. Mathew Barker and Ms. Lisa McElwain                   Dates:         July 6 – 10
   Grades:         6–8                                                       Session:       1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
   Dates:          June 29- July 3                                           Cost:          $175.00
   Session:        9:00 am – 12:00 pm
   Cost:           $175

10 x LAKE RIDGE ACADEMY 2020 SUMMER PROGRAMS
ATHLETIC CAMPS
Tennis Camp
Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned player, the LRA Tennis
camp is the place to learn basic skills and strategy all while having
fun learning a game that can be played your whole life. LRA
coaches will lead athletes through all strokes and give individualized
instruction throughout each session. Classes are held Monday-
Thursday. This is a six-week camp.
  Instructor:   Coach Rich Robbins
  Dates:        June 8-11, 15-18, 22-25, 26-July 2
		              July 6-9, 13-16
  Sessions:     Grades K*-2, 12:30-1 pm
		              Grades 3-5, 1-2 pm
		              Grades 6-12, 2-3 pm
  Cost (for 5-week camp):
		              Grades K*-2, $175
		              Grades 3-5, $200
		              Grades 6-12, $225
Coach Info:
Rich Robbins started his tennis journey playing in the Florida Juniors
program which then lead to a college career at Flagler College.
Currently, Rich teaches at Fox Creek Tennis Club in Lorain. Rich has
been the LRA Boys Tennis coach for 10 years and coached the girl’s
team last fall.

Basketball Camp
The LRA Basketball camp is the place for young athletes who aspire
to be the kings and queens of the court. Led by head LRA Girls and
Boys coaches, athletes will learn the basics of dribbling, shooting,
and many other skills that help develop individual and team success.     athlete towards the next step in game-like settings. This camp is
All skill levels are encouraged.                                         held Monday-Thursday.
  Instructors:    Coach Lisa Medvetz and Coach Alan George                 Instructor:	Coach Everett Palache
  Dates:          June 15-17                                               Dates:       June 15 – 18
  Grade Level:    1–8                                                      Grade Level: 1 – 8
  Sessions:       Grades 1-3, 10:00 am - 11:30 am                          Sessions:    1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
		                Grades 4-8, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm                          Cost:        $75
  Cost:           $75
                                                                         Coach Info:
Coach Info:                                                              Everett Palache (a licensed coach and U.S. soccer coach educator)
Lisa Medvetz started her basketball career at Elyria High School         played high school soccer at NDCL and after graduating went on to
where she earned, among many top honors, a scholarship to play at        play at Philadelphia University. His passion for coaching led him
Indiana State. After scoring over 1,000 points for the Sycamores,        back to NE Ohio where he currently is the Director of Coaching for
Lisa came back home where she has coached the Lady Royals since          Cleveland Force Soccer Club (CFSC), one of the area’s biggest clubs.
2012. Coach Medvetz is also a PE teacher at LRA.                         Coach Palache took over the boys program in 2014.

Alan George began his playing career at St. Edward High School
and earned a scholarship to play at Thiel College. A presence in the     Archery Camp
paint, Alan began coaching the boys at LRA as an assistant in 2013       Come out and have fun learning or improving your archery skills in
and took over the boys program in 2016. Coach George is also a PE        this outdoor camp. Students will learn and practice both basic
teacher at LRA.                                                          techniques and safety principles as well as participate in both
                                                                         individual and group challenge activities. A variety of bows will be
                                                                         available including the long, recurve, compound, and Genesis bow.
Soccer Camp
Soccer is the fastest growing sport in the US and the most                 Instructors:    Mr. Alan George
popular sport in the world. At the LRA Soccer Camp, led by LRA             Grade Level:    4 – 12
coaches, younger athletes will play in fun, game-like activities           Dates:          June 22 – 26 or July 6 – 10
that teach basic foot skills, dribbling, and passing while older           Session:        1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
athletes will work on skill development and focus on guiding the           Cost:           $195.00 per weekly session

                                                                                                          * Admitted Lake Ridge Academy
                                                                                                 Kindergarteners are invited to join the fun.

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2020 SUMMER PROGRAMS / JUNE 8 – JULY 17
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