Something For Everyone at Kean University Summer Camps

KEAN UNIVERSITY SUMMER CAMPS 2012

Kean University Summer Camps 2012 program has something for everyone ages 6 through adult.  University departments and community organizations are offering a variety of camp sessions during July and August.

An eclectic course schedule provides options in theatre, music, dance, football, volleyball, field hockey, literature, creative writing, mathematics, science, history and creative design.  This exceptional line up is offered in collaborations with Premiere Stages, Liberty Hall Museum, Kean University Athletics, The College of Visual and Performing Arts / Robert Busch School of Design at Kean, American String Teachers Association, Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company, Eldridge Overton School of Excellence, working professionals and teaching artists in all these fields.  Camp sessions are one or two weeks in duration and campus housing is offered for some areas of study.

The following are the programs offered during Kean University’s 2012 Summer Camps:

Premiere Stages: “Let’s Put on a Show” (July 16 – 27).  Students learn the elements of acting and play development through innovative exercises that help translate their creative ideas into original performances.  “Taking the Stage” (July 23 – August 3).  Students focus on acting with scene work, audition technique, monologues, movement and voice / speech.  Contact Clare Drobot at 908.737.4092 (cdrobot@kean.edu)

ASTA (American String Teachers Association):  (July 29 – August 11) All levels of student chamber music players work with top performers and instructors to develop their performance skills. Master classes, instrumental workshops, free elective courses, and presentations by leading string educators and performing artists comprise this exceptional camp.  Contact Chris Kenniff at 908.656.1548 (cmkgtr@yahoo.com)

Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company: (Aug 13 – 17) For teens through adults, beginners through advanced. A dance lover’s dream: daily master classes in modern dance technique,CDDC repertory, choreography, ethnic dance styles, and more! Learn from leading artists in the New York metro area and around the globe.

Lego Robotics: (Aug 6 – 9) Children ages 9 - 12 enjoy hands-on work with LEGO ROBOTICS for the Green City Challenge! Contact Judy April 908.737.7200 (japril@kean.edu)

NJ AIM High Academy:  (July 2 – 23).  “Project Adelante” encourages 6th-12th grade Hispanic students to graduate and continue their education. Math, science, English as a Second Language, and technology classes are offered with mentoring, tutoring, college admission and financial aid workshops.  Contact Jose Caseres at 908.737.0553 (jcaceres@kean.edu)

North South Football:  (July 21 -24).  Intensive football training.  Contact Ken Trimmer at 973.432.3321 (ktrimmer@cwcboe.org)

Upward Bound: (July 23 to August 5).  Contact Veronica Jackson at 908.737.3608 (vjsckson@kean.edu)

AETS (American Education and Travel Services):  (July 23 to August 12).  For ages 13 – 18.  AETS provides a packaged residential program of ESL classes, activities and excursions to international high school students on 7 campuses throughout the US.  Contact Ann Fox at 925.776.7530 (afox@educationandtravel.com)

Foulger International Music Festival: (July 1 – 30).  A presentation of season of 22 concert events in Enlow Recital Hall featuring world renowned Faculty Artists as well as exceptional string and piano students ages 12 to 28.  Contact Eugene Kim at 908.444.0948 (info@foulgermusic.org) 

Paper Mill Playhouse:  (July 2 -27).  Musical theatre instruction from one of the nation’s leading regional theatres. Contact Lisa Cooney at 973.315.1667 (LCooney@papermill.org)

Offense-Defense Football Camps: (July 8- 11)  run the best full-contact youth camps and high school camps in the country, with elite football instruction from NFL Pros and College Coaches.  Training for Defensive Line, Linebacker, and Defensive Back, as well as offensive training for Quarterback, Offensive Line, Running Back, Wide Receiver, and Tight End.  Contact  Jo Troupe at 843-903-1888 ex:8655
(jo@o-d.com or visit www.o-d.com)

History Camp: (July 19 – 13 and Aug 27 – 31).  In a week-long visit to Liberty Hall, children become time travelers and experience the 225 year history of this renowned museum. Junior tour guides share historical crafts, activities and games with new visitors to the museum. At the end of the week, children host their parents at an exhibition and tea party.  Contact Libby Bartone at 908.527.0400 (lbartone@kean.edu)

World Camp, Field Hockey:  (July 12 – 15).  Contact: Leslie Lafronz at 908.737.0626 (llafronz@kean.edu)

Eldridge Overton Educational Programs:  (July 9-20)  The sessions are: Reading Fundamentals I, Singapore Math - Problem Solving Strategies, Minding Your Mendel - DNA Dynamos, Reading Fundamentals II, Math-A-Lympics, The Debate Team. (July 23 - August 3) Intensive Writing Seminar I, Better than Broadway, Fun with Forensics, Intensive Writing Seminar II, Young Entrepreneurs, G&T Introduction to Algebraic Concepts, G&T Word Origins: How Do We Know Them & Why.  (August 6 to17) Sensational Science, Multicultural Art, Jump Start Grade 3, Jump Start Grade 4, Introductory Lego Robotics Course, All the World's Age. Transportation, before and after care may be provided.  Contact Eldridge at 1-877-LEARN13 (info@aypacademy.com  or visit www.aypacademy.com)

Design Camp:  (July 9 – August 2). Campers will be introduced to cross-discipline design in the areas of advertising, promotion, industrial, interactive, and interiors. Contact Rose Gonnell a 908.737.4432 (rgonnell@kean.edu)

Volleyball:  (July 14 – August 2) Our Camp trains players in all volleyball skills, tactics, and strategies.  Contact Don Perkins at 908.7373.0609 (doperkins@kean.edu)

Rapid Fire Field Hockey: (July 16 – 19)  Contact: Leslie Lafronz at 908-737-0626 or email llafronz@kean.edu

Cooperative School of Christian Mission: (July 20 – 22) Contact: Donna Hough via email jdhough2@comcast.net

For further information, contact the camps directly.  Visit:  http://www.kean.edu/summercamps/