Chelmsford Community Education
Summer Fun for Kids
Summer Activities 2013
Register at least 1 week before the start date to ensure your program runs! Registration will continue until the class is full. A few programs have a two-week advance enrollment policy. ENROLL RIGHT AWAY!
FUN FOR KIDS
FUN IN THE KITCHEN — KIDS COOKING FAMILY FAVORITE MEALS (Course #116) – NEW
$115, CommEd Kitchen, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–12 PM
1 week beginning July 29 (ages 10–15)
Learn how to create awesome meals that will amaze your family and friends. We’ll review cooking basics so you can make family favorites like meatloaf, cupcakes, chicken wings, pizza, brownies, potato salad, (oven) fried chicken and macaroni and cheese. Be sure to bring an apron, container for leftovers and your appetite! (For safety reasons, please wear sneakers or shoes—NOT sandals or flip-flops.) Instructor: Kay Benaroch.
ADVENTURES IN SPACE (Course #103) – NEW
$102, CommEd Room 10
Monday–Friday, 9 AM–12 PM
1 week beginning July 15
(ages 7–11)
For future space explorers: We are pleased to offer the opportunity to experience a five-day space odyssey. On this journey, you will learn about flying, both in and out of the Earth’s atmosphere and what it’s like to live and work in space. You will also design your own space station, moon base or Mars base. Discover how rockets work from the ground up by building and launching your own model rocket. Instructor: Adventures in Space Staff.
A SPECTACULAR SUMMER SCIENCE PROGRAM (Course #100)
$102, CommEd Rec Room
Monday–Friday, 8:45–11:45 AM (Half day, mornings)
1 week beginning July 8 (ages 5–9)
Come join this very cool and fun summer program! Over the past 18 years, Top Secret Science has worked hands-on with over 1,000,000 local children. Each day the kids will explore up to 20 weird and wacky hands-on science experiments and will make and take home at least eight different projects. The scientists are fast paced and funny and your kids will be thoroughly entertained (they’ll even learn some interesting things, too). We will explore weird motions and flying things, air and water pressure; crazy chemistry, light and sound, science magic, electricity, magnets, astronomy and more. Be prepared for lots of fun stuff. Offering 50% different experiments from last summer. Instructor: Top Secret Science Staff.
A SPECTACULAR SUMMER SCIENCE PROGRAM (Course #102)
$102, CommEd Rec Room
Monday–Friday, 12–3 PM (Half day, afternoon)
1 week beginning July 8 (ages 5–9)
See previous course description
A SPECTACULAR SUMMER SCIENCE PROGRAM (Course #101)
$192, CommEd Rec Room
Monday–Friday, 8:45 AM–3 PM (Full day)
1 week starting July 8 (ages 5–9)
See previous course description.
Students who attend the whole day session need to bring a lunch. Supervision is provided by the Top Secret Science staff at no extra charge. Breaks will be outside, weather permitting.
AMAZING MIDDLE SCHOOL HANDS ON SCIENCE (Course #105) – NEW
$102, CommEd Rec Room
Monday–Friday, 8:45–11:45 AM (Half day, mornings)
1 week beginning July 29 (ages 10–14)
Come join this very cool and fun summer program! Over the past 18 years, Top Secret Science has worked hands-on with over 1,000,000 local children. Curriculum and inquiry based, this program is geared for middle school students who just can’t get enough science!! Each day the kids will explore up to 20 weird and wacky hands-on science experiments and will make and take home at least 10 different projects. The scientists are fast paced and funny and your kids will be thoroughly entertained (they’ll even learn some interesting things, too, like problem solving, critical thinking and scientific reasoning). We will explore physics, simple machines, forms of energy, crazy chemistry, science games, science magic and more. Be prepared for lots of fun stuff. Instructor: Top Secret Science Staff.
AMAZING MIDDLE SCHOOL HANDS ON SCIENCE (Course #107)
$102, CommEd Rec Room
Monday–Friday, 12–3 PM (Half day, afternoons)
1 week beginning July 29 (ages 10–14)
See previous course description
AMAZING MIDDLE SCHOOL HANDS ON SCIENCE (Course #106)
$192, CommEd Rec Room
Monday–Friday, 8:45AM–3 PM (Full day)
1 week beginning July 29 (ages 10–14)
See previous course description.
Students who attend the whole day session need to bring a lunch. Supervision is provided by the Top Secret Science staff at no extra charge. Breaks will be outside, weather permitting.
ART STUDIO 7–11 (Course #108)
$60, CommEd Room 6, Tuesdays, 9–11 AM
4 weeks beginning July 9 (ages 7–11)
Come have fun and begin to learn the basics of drawing. We will explore form and shading and apply this learning to create more realistic and three-dimensional landscapes. Still life drawing requires careful observation of inanimate objects; it is up to the artist to draw life into the subject! Take on this challenge and enjoy the process with us. We may even have time to add a little color to our art with paint! Instructor: Richard Marion.
CHARCOAL & PASTEL ART STUDIO (Course #110)
$60, CommEd Room 16
Monday–Thursday, 9 AM–12 PM
4 classes held on July 29–August 1 (ages 8–16)
Students will use the still life model constructed by the instructor as a subject. Drawing techniques in outline, contour, shading, blending and detailing are taught. Material list on charcoal drawing and pastel drawing is available at the CommEd Center, approximate cost $45–50, without the cost of an easel. Instructor: Alma Bella C. Solis.
CHEMICAL MAGIC (Course #111) – NEW
$154, CommEd Room 10
Monday–Friday, 8:30–11:30 AM
1 week beginning August 5 (ages 6–11)
Learn to make batteries from fruits or potatoes. Make a fantastic crystal tree. Work with invisible ink. See the happy and sad balls. Work with our powerful magnets. Look at our prepared slides using our microscopes. Learn about the different types of rocks and minerals from our interesting rock and mineral collection. Be a chemical detective. Make glob from glue. Use paper chromatography to separate colors. Make dirty pennies turn clean and clean pennies turn green. Everything will be explained to you so you can go home having learned some interesting science. Hands-on science is the best way to learn. Do it the Sciensational way! Instructor: Sciensational Staff (and high school assistant, depending upon class size).
DUCT TAPE DESIGNS (Course #114) – NEW
$50, CommEd Room 16
Monday–Friday, 10 AM–12 PM
1 week beginning July 15 (ages 7–12)
In this course students will create fun duct tape accessories including flower pens, bracelets, wallets and more! Who knew duct tape could be so cool? Please bring a pair of scissors; instructor will provide all other materials and will collect a $10 material fee at the first class. Instructor: Allison Gover.
FINE ARTS FOR KIDS (Course #115)
$70, CommEd Room 15
Monday–Friday, 11 AM–2 PM
1 week beginning July 8 (ages 5–12)
In this fine arts program, students will explore different acrylic painting techniques on canvas. Students will be working on various size canvas panels as well as framed canvas. Out of the four projects you will create a 16 x 20 canvas! All the material will be provided by the instructor who will collect a $25 material fee at the first class. Students should bring an old t-shirt to protect clothing. Please bring drink/snack for break. Instructor: Gopika Luthra.
HOME ALONE (Course #117)
$25, CommEd Room 17, Tuesday, 10 AM–12 PM
1 class July 16 (ages 8–12)
Does your child know what to do in an emergency or if a stranger comes to the door? The Home Alone Program is designed to teach children simple rules and procedures for responsible self-care. The class will have a discussion concerning these very important issues. Participants will receive a certificate of completion. Instructor: Janet Cullinane.
LEGO ™ ROBOTICS (Course #119)
$205, CommEd Room 10
Monday–Friday, 8:15 AM–12 PM (Half day)
1 week beginning July 22 (ages 7–11)
Register at least 2 weeks before the start date to ensure your program runs! Registration will continue until the class is full.
The Lego™ Mindstorms program takes kids to the next level of designing and building robots to meet a variety of fun challenges and tasks. The Mindstorms programs are written on computers and then downloaded to the free-roaming robots. Programmers can change the robot’s behavior using environmental stimuli such as sound and light sensors, and these robots can incorporate up to three motors. In our program we emphasize problem-solving, process, group work and fun in a relaxed atmosphere as kids compete in low-stakes trials to develop a superior automaton. Please bring a snack and drink. Instructor: Wicked Cool Staff.
LEGO ™ ROBOTICS (Course #120)
$330, CommEd Room 10
Monday–Friday, 8:15 AM–3:15 PM (Full day)
1 week beginning July 22 (ages 7–11)
See previous course description. Students who attend the whole day session need to bring a lunch, snack and drink. Supervision is provided by the Wicked Cool Staff at no extra charge. Breaks will be outside, weather permitting.
ROBOTIC ARM SCIENCE (Course #124) – NEW
$176, CommEd Room 10
Monday–Friday, 12–3 PM
1 week beginning August 5 (ages 9–13)
Learn the science of robotics as you have fun building, commanding and taking home your own five-motor arm! With your Robotic Arm you can command your gripper to open and close, move your robotic wrist, elbow, base and command vertical and horizontal reaching moves. Your robot will be equipped with 100 grams of lifting capacity. Additional features include a search light on the gripper for night operation. With your Robotic Arm you will have total command and visual manipulation using the five switch wired controller. Plus, have fun building a wide range of additional robotic designs with the robotic building system. Participate in our robot Olympic-style challenges, robot battles and more! Instructor: Sciensational Staff (and high school assistant, depending upon class size).
POTTERY PLUS (Course #122)
$40, CommEd Room 15
Monday–Friday, 10:30–11:45 AM
1 week beginning July 15 (ages 5–13)
One week of pure fun with paints. We will paint four pieces of ready-made pottery along with one canvas painting. Class will consist of projects that will be easy and fun for the kids to do. We will teach step by step directions with several different methods of painting. Any pieces that are not returned during the class schedule will be dropped off at a designated spot to be determined by the Community Education Office one week after the class ends. Instructor will provide the material and will collect a $50 materials fee at the first class. Instructor: Tricia Langeleh.
POTTERY PLUS (Course #123)
$40, CommEd Room 15
Monday–Friday, 10:30–11:45 AM
1 week beginning August 5 (ages 5–13)
See previous course description.
TEAM BUILDING AND SCIENCE (Course #125) – NEW
$84, CommEd Room 10
Monday–Thursday, 9 AM–12 PM
4 classes held on July 8–July 11 (ages 6–10)
Come join in the fun! Kids will do hands on cool stuff and learn to work as a team as well. This is science and fun with a positive influence and outlook. There will be team building activities such as marshmallow tower building, straw rocket aeronomics, ice cube experiments, Mentos rockets, seriously fun putty, magnifying things, microscope and more. Please bring a snack to class. Instructor: Christy Wood.
WATERCOLOR PAINTING (Course #126) – NEW
$50, CommEd Room 16
Monday–Friday, 10 AM–12 PM
1 week beginning July 8 (ages 7–12)
In this beginner’s level course students will learn to use a variety of watercolor techniques to create beautiful works of art! Instructor will provide all materials needed and will collect a $20 material fee at the first class. Instructor: Allison Gover.
KIDS SPORTS & FITNESS
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE TUMBLING (Course #109) – NEW
$250, CommEd Room 18
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9 AM–12 PM
5 weeks beginning July 8 (ages 4–10)
Does your child have endless energy and love doing flips, cartwheels and making new friends? Then beginner/intermediate tumbling is a great place to be. We will be doing tumbling and group skills used in cheerleading and playing games. It is a great way to improve tumbling skills, while having fun. High school assistant may be present depending on enrollment. Instructor: Eileen DiRienzo.
FIELD PLAY (Course #128)
$40, Carson Track at Chelmsford High School
Thursdays, 6:15–7:30 PM
4 weeks beginning July 11 (ages 4+)
Your child will enjoy outdoor field games and events including races, jumping, throwing and much more! This is a low competitive atmosphere where children are introduced to track & field skills and get the opportunity to run and play games. This is a large boisterous gathering: an adult is requested to stay and watch the fun! Ribbons will be distributed to all participants each evening. All participants who pre-register by June 12th are guaranteed a t-shirt opening night. T-shirts will be available at the CommEd office July 8–10 from 7 AM–2 PM. Please pick them up early if possible to help eliminate the long lines on our first evening. T-shirts will also be distributed on the first night of the program. Please bring water for your child to drink. Instructors: Garrett McCarthy & student assistants.
SKY HAWKS — Tiny Hawks (Course #135)
$55, CommEd Field, Monday–Friday, 9–9:45 AM
1 week beginning July 8 (ages 3–4)
Along with every registration form, each participant must provide a record of their most recent physical and immunization dated within the past two years.
The essentials of soccer and/or basketball are introduced in a fun, safe environment with lots of encouragement. Children will learn balance, body movement, hand/eye coordination and skill development through a series of sport-specific games. All participants should bring appropriate clothing, a water bottle, running shoes and sunscreen. A parent/guardian is requested to stay. Participants must be toilet trained. Instructor: Skyhawks Staff.
Sky HAWKS — Tiny Hawks (Course #136)
$55, CommEd Field, Monday–Friday, 9–9:45 AM
1 week beginning August 5 (ages 3–4)
See previous course description.
Sky HAWKS — Mini Hawks (Course #131)
$119, CommEd Field, Monday–Friday, 10 AM–1 PM
1 week beginning July 8 (ages 4–6)
Along with every registration form, each participant must provide a record of their most recent physical and immunization dated within the past two years.
This T-ball, basketball and soccer program gives young children a fun and positive first step into athletics. Through games and activities, children explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, a snack, a water bottle, running shoes and sunscreen. Instructor: Skyhawks Staff.
Sky Hawks — MINI HAWKS (Course #132)
$119, CommEd Field, Monday–Friday, 10 AM–1 PM
1 week beginning August 5 (ages 4–6)
See previous course description.
Sky Hawks — MULTI-SPORT (Course #134)
$119, CommEd Field, Monday–Friday, 10 AM–1 PM
1 week beginning July 8 (ages 7–10)
Along with every registration form, each participant must provide a record of their most recent physical and immunization dated within the past two years.
Our Multi-Sport program is designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. For this program we combine two or three sports into one fun-filled week. Athletes will learn the rules and essentials of each sport through skill-based games and scrimmages. By the end of the week, your child will walk away with knowledge of two or three new sports along with vital life lessons such as respect, teamwork and self-discipline. Instructor: Skyhawks Staff.
Sky Hawks — GOLF: SNAG (Starting New At Golf) (Course #137) – NEW
$119, CommEd Field, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–12 PM
1 week beginning July 15 (ages 5–9)
Along with every registration form, each participant must provide a record of their most recent physical and immunization dated within the past two years.
One of our most popular programs, Skyhawks Golf focuses on building the confidence of young athletes through proper technique and refining the essential skills of the game. As we know, golf is a challenging and lifelong sport, so young athletes need proper focus on the fundamentals of form, swinging, putting and body positioning. To assist in this training, Skyhawks has adopted the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) system to its curriculum. Developed by PGA professionals, SNAG is specifically designed for the entry-level player; SNAG simplifies instruction so that young players can make an easy and effective transition onto the golf course. No need to bring your own clubs, all equipment is provided. For safety reasons we utilize special helmets for all participants and keep the instructor to child ratio for this program very low. As a result these programs fill up quickly. Instructor: Skyhawks Staff.
Sky Hawks — LACROSSE (Course #133)
$119, CommEd Field, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–12 PM
1 week beginning July 29 (ages 7–10)
Along with every registration form, each participant must provide a record of their most recent physical and immunization dated within the past two years.
Lacrosse combines basic skills used in soccer, basketball and hockey into one fast-paced game. Athletes will learn the fundamentals of stick handling, cradling, passing and shooting in a fun, non-checking environment. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, a snack, a water bottle, running shoes and sunscreen. Mouth guards are recommended. Instructor: Skyhawks Staff.
YOUTH TENNIS (Course #129)
$59, McCarthy Tennis Courts
Monday–Thursday (rain date Friday)
This program is a great way to get introduced to tennis or to build upon existing skills. Participants should bring a racquet (a limited amount of demo racquets will be available for use). Wear good sneakers and bring a water bottle. Tennis balls are provided. Instructor: The Next Champions Staff.
| Group | Times | Ages | Levels |
| A | 9:00 am - 9:45 am | 4 - 6 | Tennis Tots |
| B | 10:00 am - 10:55 am | 7 - 10 | The Aces |
| C | 11:00 am - 11:55 pm | 11 - 16 | The Challengers |
| Dates: Session 1 | June 25–28 (June 29 rain date) |
| Dates: Session 1 | July 8–11 (July 12 rain date) |
| Dates: Session 3 | July 15–18 (July 19 rain date) |
| Dates: Session 4 | July 22–25 (July 26 rain date) |
| Dates: Session 5 | July 29–Aug 1 (August 2 rain date) |
| Dates: Session 6 | August 5–8 (August 9 rain date) |
| Dates: Session 7 | August 12–15 (August 16 rain date) |