Oak Grove Summer Camp Program – 2020
Story Tables
(formerly known as Imagination Workshop)
(REMOTE CAMP)
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 22–26 | 10:00am-5:00pm with a lunch break from 12:30-2:30pm
AGES: Middle School & High School
PRICE: Free for Oak Grove families
INSTRUCTORS: Ashton MacSaylor
CAMP CODE: 209
The Imagination Workshop uses an original role-playing game, similar to Dungeons and Dragons, to explore fantastic imaginary worlds while building teamwork and problem-solving skills. It’s one part improv theatre, one part collaborative storytelling, and one part game.
The day goes from 10am-5pm, with a daily schedule as follows:
- 10:00-12:30: Morning creative session
- 12:30-2:30: Lunch
- 2:30-5:00: Afternoon creative session
Hope to see you there—your adventure awaits!
*** Spaces are limited. Participants will be selected by random lottery on June 10, 2020. You must be a currently enrolled Oak Grove School student to register.
Sewing: Hand Stitching
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 15-19 | 9:00am-12:00pm
AGES: 6-8
PRICE: $300
INSTRUCTORS: Bettina Hohner & Luna Hohner-Shields
CAMP CODE: 201
In this fun class, students learn basic stitches and hand sewing skills. Our easy sewing projects include felt animals, dolls, and toys!
Sewing & Textile Art
DATES: Monday-Friday, June 15-19 | 2:00pm–5:00pm
AGES: 9 and up
PRICE: $300
INSTRUCTORS: Bettina Hohner & Luna Hohner-Shields
CAMP CODE: 203
Sewing is a fun and rewarding activity that can be enjoyed by students at all skill levels. This class will teach basic skills for sewing a skirt or a pair of pants, including learning about fabric, seams, and measurements, using patterns, as well as sewing machine operation and safety. Whether it’s their first time or they are already experienced, in this class students can make their own piece of fashion and work at their own pace. Planning meeting on Saturday, June 13, at 9:00am.
Surfing
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 15-19 | 9:00am–2:30pm
AGES: 10-15
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Eric Cowen & Tiarnan Nelson
CAMP CODE: 205
This camp is focused on surfing, swimming, and playing at the beach. During this camp we provide transportation to and from the beach. Our experienced instructors will teach basic surf techniques and students will learn about ocean safety and proper surfing etiquette. There will be time to play in and out of the water (Boogie Boards are welcome). In addition, we will take a trip to the Channel Island National Parks Visitor Center. This is a great opportunity to spend time getting more familiar with our beautiful coast!
A variety of surf boards will be provided. Campers are responsible for their own wetsuits.
Creative Writing, Mindfulness & Art
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 15-19 | 9:00am–2:00pm
AGES: 8-12
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Mary Kelley & Jeanette Stampfli
CAMP CODE: 207
In this camp we aspire to strengthen our relationship with ourselves, each other, and nature. Through a series of mindfulness exercises, written reflections, and art projects we will explore our world. Together we will reflect on our discoveries. Of course there will be time to play and enjoy the peaceful environment of Oak Grove School.
Imagination Workshop
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 22–26 | 10:00am-5:00pm
AGES: Middle School & High School
PRICE: $450
INSTRUCTORS: Ashton MacSaylor
CAMP CODE: 209
The Imagination Workshop uses an original role-playing game, similar to Dungeons and Dragons, to explore fantastic imaginary worlds while building teamwork and problem-solving skills. It’s one part improv theatre, one part collaborative storytelling, and one part game.
The day goes from 10am-5pm, with a daily schedule as follows:
- 10:00-12:30: Morning creative session
- 12:30-1:30: Lunch Hour
- 1:30-2:30: Ultimate Frisbee
- 2:30-5:00: Afternoon creative session
Hope to see you there—your adventure awaits!
Ocean Camp
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 22-26 | 9:00am-2:00pm
AGES: 6-10
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Eric Cowen and Tiarnan Nelson
CAMP CODE: 211
In this camp we provide transportation to and from the beach. Our experienced instructors will teach basic surf techniques and students will learn about ocean safety and proper surfing etiquette. There will be time to play in and out of the water (Boogie Boards are welcome). In addition, we will take a trip to the Channel Island Science Center. This is a great opportunity to spend time on our beautiful coast!
Students are responsible for their own wetsuits.
Culinary Adventures
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 29-July 3 | 9:00am-12:30pm
AGES: 9-12
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Chefs Anna Woolis & Wynne Bailey
CAMP CODE: 213
In this course, we will explore the wonderful and creative world of food. We will learn how to balance a meal, practice knife skills, explore cooking methods, and visit a local farm to learn about sustainable, organic agricultural practices. Each class will include the preparation of delicious vegetarian food, culminating in a festive lunch (bring one guest!) on Friday, July 3.
Photoshop Essentials
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 29-July 3 | 9:00am-12:30pm
AGES: Middle School & High School
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Cassandra C. Jones
CAMP CODE: 215
Lead by digital collage artist, Cassandra Jones, this introductory course covers the fundamental functions and creative capabilities of Adobe Photoshop CC. Through a series of project-based tutorials, students will learn how to edit, retouch, enhance, and add special effect elements to images. They will also learn essential skills including layering, color correcting, complex selections, blending modes, and filter applications. No experience necessary.
Fun with Stories by Eric Carle
DATE: Monday-Friday, June 29-July 3 | 9:00am–2:00pm
AGES: 6-8
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Chris Elmore & Mary Kelley
CAMP CODE: 217
This one-week camp will be a fun and stimulating experience in which students will become more familiar with the books of the beloved children’s author/illustrator, Eric Carle. Students will participate in interactive read-alouds of some of his most popular books, and then engage in math, science, writing, and arts and crafts activities centered around these charming stories.
Come join us for a fun time with Eric Carle! There will also be time each day for unstructured play in nature and on the playgrounds of Oak Grove’s beautiful campus.
Eastern Sierra Camping Trip
DATE: Monday-Friday, July 27-31 | 5 days/4 nights
AGES: Middle School & High School
PRICE: $600
INSTRUCTORS: Ron Schindel, Bo Qalandar, & Brittany Borowitz
CAMP CODE: 219
We will be heading into the Golden Trout Wilderness to explore the upper Big Kern river. Located in the southern Sierras, the Big Kern runs through the Sequoia National Forest and provides the opportunity to experience one of the most iconic watersheds in California. We will camp along the Big Kern and spend each day exploring a different section of this beautiful river. Granite canyons, crystal clear water, and abundant wildlife combine to make this an adventure that will never be forgotten.
Baking
DATE: Monday-Friday, August 3-7 | 9:00am-12:30pm
AGES: 7-12
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Anna Woolis & Wynne Bailey
CAMP CODE: 221
We will learn the science of baking, including how to read and follow recipes, understand time and temperature management, through working with different bread doughs. Students will make bread and healthful baked goods (like cookies), exploring creative freedom in textures and flavors – sweet, savory, and pungent. They will also learn about the exciting possibilities and techniques of decorating baked goods.
Imagination Workshop (second date)
DATE: Monday-Friday, August 3-7 | 10:00am-5:00pm
AGES: Middle School & High School
PRICE: $450
INSTRUCTORS: Ashton MacSaylor
CAMP CODE: 223
The Imagination Workshop uses an original role-playing game, similar to Dungeons and Dragons, to explore fantastic imaginary worlds while building teamwork and problem-solving skills. It’s one part improv theatre, one part collaborative storytelling, and one part game.
The daily schedule goes as follows:
- 10:00-12:30: Morning creative session
- 12:30-1:30: Lunch hour
- 1:30-2:30: Ultimate Frisbee
- 2:30-5:00: Afternoon creative session
Hope to see you there—your adventure awaits!
Broadway Tap & Jazz
At Cassidy’s studio
DATE: Monday-Friday, August 10-14 | 9:00am-12:00pm
AGES: Middle School & High School
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Cassidy Linder
CAMP CODE: 225
Learn how to dance like the Broadway stars! Through technique, combinations, and tricks, teens will learn how to move their body with control and ease, gain better body awareness, improve their musicality, and dance like a star! The 3-hour class is broken into tap and jazz, with a break in between. At the end of each day, the teens will perform the combinations they have learned thus far, ending the week with two full routines in tap and jazz each.
No experience necessary!
Creativity Camp
DATE: Monday-Friday, August 10-14 | 9:00am–2:30pm
AGES: 7-11
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTOR: Jeanette Berkovitz & Marga Kasper
CAMP CODE: 227
We will put on a play! We will explore students’ original ideas for subject matter, plot, and characters in discussions and art explorations, write our own lines, and create sets and costumes. Of course there will be time to explore our beautiful campus, engage in games, and play with friends!
Exploration Camp
DATE: Monday-Friday, August 10-14 | 9:00am-12:00pm
AGES: 4-6
PRICE: $400
INSTRUCTORS: Terra Solecki & Vashti Blacker
CAMP CODE: 229
Bring your children to our beautiful wooded campus, where summer is filled with laughter, choices, and creativity. In Exploration Camp, our youngest campers will have the opportunity to explore a variety of different materials. We will experience sensory play materials such as oobleck (cornstarch and water), finger-paint, and, of course, lots of sand and water. Children will also have the opportunity to experiment with other creative materials like watercolor, beading, and fiber arts. During this time for collaboration with each other, children will be supported by teachers in their exploration of peer relationships through peaceful methods of conflict resolution.
