2017 Course Planner - Rising 3rd Grade

STUDENT NAME: ______________________________________________
SESSION(S): ___ Session I ONLY ___ Session II ONLY ___ BOTH Sessions
RISING GRADE (circle):
3rd
SESSION I (AM)
Rank
1–5
Rank your top 5 course choices for SESSION I (June 5-16) AM classes from most desired (1) to least
desired (5). Leave blank if you are not participating in Session I.
Playgrounds: Extreme Machines (Serves Grades 2-3)
Slip, slide, swing, and ride! In Playgrounds: Extreme Machines, you’ll learn what makes all your favorite
playground equiment so thrilling and Atlanta’s famous parks such exciting places to be!
Let’s Rock! (Serves Grades 2-3)
Let’s Get Rockin! You’ll love learning about rocks and minerals through food {yum!}, creativity, and songs. This
class will not only allow us to identify and learn the characteristics of different rocks and minerals, but you will
do so as young chefs! This class is jammed-packed full of investigations that will allow scholars to develop a
love for inquiry.
Rumble in the Jungle (Serves Grades 2-3)
Come inside the jungle where there are EXPLORE-ations galore! Let’s get up close and dirty to the who, the
what, and the how of the mighty jungle! Have you ever wondered what creepy-crawlies live in jungles? How
about the plants or beasts that live there? You will investigate and build on your knowledge of habitats and
explore different animal adaptations and physical characteristics.
Hola La! Llegó la FIESTA! (Serves Grades 2-3)
Let’s talk in SPANISH! Gain exposure to new cultures and have a blast in the process. We will incorporate
original music, dance, games, storytelling and more! We will make piñatas and tortillas, as we travel through
different countries where Spanish is the official language. We will learn about their music, their food, and
much much more. VAMONOS!!
Candy Shop (Serves Grades 2-3)
Welcome to the Candy Shop! Where SCIENCE is such a SWEET THING! Explore, create, and learn about the
sweet mysteries of physical science. At the end of each visit, your tummy will have something yummy. See
you at the Candy shop - it is going to be SO SWEET!
SESSION II (AM)
Rank
1-5
Rank your top 5 course choices for SESSION II (June 19-29) AM classes from most desired (1) to least
desired (5). Leave blank if you are not participating in Session II.
Haywire for Habitats (Serves Grades 2-3)
Come one! Come all! Join us for an animal kingdom ball! We will take an adventure through all types of lands,
explore habitats, and create food chains. During this adventure you will investigate a variety of organisms and
recreate a habitat. Participate in an animal tracks scavenger hunt. Research adaptations and determine how
animals use them to survive. Join us for a WILD time!
Blast Off (Serves Grades 2-3)
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star…do you know where you are? The curator of the Xanadu Museum is requesting
your help in the development of a new Solar System exhibit. Prepare to research, explore and create. Time to
BLAST OFF!!!
Tiny House Builders (Serves Grades 2-3)
Who said habitat is just for humanity? In this class we will be learning different types of bird habitats in
Georgia and beyond. We will be exploring different endangered birds, and problem solving ways to create
bird sanctuaries. You will put your imagination to use designing and building the ultimate bird house. Come
put your hands to use building the ultimate home for our fair feather friends.
American Girl Doll: Xanadu Edition (Serves Grades 2-3)
Are you unique? Are you creative? Are you brave? If so, you could be the designer of the Xanadu American
Girl Doll of the Year! The famous American Girl Doll company is looking to market a brand new doll just like
you. Read about various eras of history through the eyes of the popular American Girl Doll collection. Then
showcase your artistic talents through the creation of your very own American Girl Doll: Xanadu 2017 Edition!
Candy Shop (Serves Grades 2-3)
Welcome to the Candy Shop! Where SCIENCE is such a SWEET THING! Explore, create, and learn about the
sweet mysteries of physical science. At the end of each visit, your tummy will have something yummy. See
you at the Candy shop - it is going to be SO SWEET!
STUDENT NAME: ______________________________________________
SESSION(S): ___ Session I ONLY ___ Session II ONLY ___ BOTH Sessions
RISING GRADE (circle):
3rd
PM Classes
Rank
1-5
Rank your course choices for SESSION I & II afternoon classes from most desired (1) to least desired
(5). PM classes remain the same for both sessions.
Get SmART (Serves Grades 1-3)
Art isn’t just drawing or paint and paper. Art can be made from any material known to man. Create your
own original art pieces from a wide range of mediums and materials! Get creative and get smART as we
build a Xanadu Gallery.
Drama, Dance & Performing Arts (Serves Grades 1-3)
Do you have a noteworthy special talent or quality? Then you may have the X Factor! If you enjoy singing,
dancing, or acting, then this class is for you. Learn all about what it takes to be a great performer and work
with an ensemble to showcase your acquired skills during the “Big Show.”
Games Galore (Serves Grades 1-3)
Kickball, jump ropes, bean bags, and more- join us as we play GAMES GALORE! The more physically fit
you are, the better you score! So come and play GAMES GALORE!
Musical Me (Serves Grades 1-3)
Do, Re, ME, Fa, So, La, Ti! Put yourself in the music as you express yourself through rhythm, movement, and
performance. Create instruments out of common household materials, learn choreographed dances, and
lift your voice to sing!
Fitness Information Training (F.I.T.) USA (Serves Grades 1-3)
Working our way toward a F.I.T. USA. Travel with us as we explore food and nutrition awareness,
choreographed fitness routines, yoga, meditation, and more! Learn about the many ways you can get
physically, mentally, and academically FIT!
Watch This! (Serves Grades 3-5)
Voila! Learn to create 3D optical illusions on a flat surface. Explore the concept of op art techniques
combining color theory into a variety of mixed media.
Dance, Drama & Performing Arts (Serves Grades 3-5)
Do you have a noteworthy special talent or quality? Then you may have the X Factor! If you enjoy singing,
dancing or acting, then this class is for you. Learn all about what it takes to be a great performer and work
with an ensemble to showcase your acquired skills during the “Big Show.”
Avengers Assemble (Serves Grades 3-5)
Just like Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk and Thor have different strengths, but come together to work as a
team, students will come together to work toward a common goal. Play a variety of different team sports and
games and develop your ability to think critically and creatively, solve problems, and have fun! Avengers
Assemble!
Drumline (Serves Grades 3-5)
Join the Xanadu Drumline where you will learn how to play percussion instruments in preparation for the
“Big Show” at the end of camp! Learn rhythms, notes, and creative flashy movements. You know it can’t be
BEAT!
Rise Up with Unforgettable Music (Serves Grades 3-5)
Rise Up and Sing! Rise Up and Dance! Rise Up and Compose! It's time to Rise Up with Unforgettable Music! Go
above and beyond with your musical talents! Come and join a great group of musicians that simply adores
everything music has to offer. We will dance to the beat, sing to the beat, and write our very own song. Don't
wait another second, the time is now for you to RISE UP with UNFORGETTABLE MUSIC!
Young Filmmakers Academy (Serves Grades 3-5)
Lights! Camera! Action! If you are passionate about film, television, and online media, then join the Young
Filmmakers Academy. Get involved in a variety of exercises and roles that allow you to understand the
core skills required for screen content creation. Learn how to write scenes, use a camera and lighting, work
with actors, record sound, and edit your video content.