KOCSummer2023

Kids on Campus • Summer 2023 1 2 KOC747 Creative Writing for Middle School Students AGES 10-13 & 12-15 Our world has many stories, and in this class, students will learn to write their own sophisticated plot, structure, and character development. Develop your critical reading and writing skills as you prepare yourself for the literary engagement essential to middle and high school curricula. And get ready to explore your own world of ideas and creativity in this supportive class. KOC748 Exploring Short Fiction AGES 12-15 Explore several classic short stories and discuss themes relevant to daily life. The elements of a great story will be analyzed with an emphasis on style, prose, and thematic development. KOC751 Chess Nuts AGES 10-15 Are you a first time chess player, or do you want to sharpen your skills and discover some inside secrets that will help you beat your friends? From basic playing skills and strategies, to developing more advanced tactics, learn this traditional game of the mind. Focusing on decision making, consequences of actions, rewards, and fun, you’ll learn the fundamentals of playing chess. Science, Math & STEM KOC615 Junior Scientists Explore: Weird &Wacky Science AGES 6-9 & 8-11 If you are looking for some fun, cool, and even mind-blowing science experiments, this is the class for you. Discover how science can be fascinating, and sometimes delicious with these hands-on activities. Whether you make ice cream in a baggie, create your own lava lamp, or grow colorful crystals, the scientist in you will be bursting with excitement! KOC636 Structural Engineering AGES 6-9, 8-11 & 10-13 Learn what it takes to become a junior engineer. Plan and construct complex projects and structures using simple household materials. Design and build bridges, towers, and domes out of drinking straws, toothpicks, popsicle sticks, and balsa wood. Students compete against each other in a friendly competition to see who can design and build the strongest structures. KOC671 It’s Elemental: Chemistry through the Use of the Periodic Table of Elements AGES 12-15 Through plenty of cool hands-on experiments, you’ll explore the Periodic Table of Elements while you learn to use the academic Chemistry lab. Discover how some of the most common elements react with others and learn about the properties of each of the different families of the table. Note: Closed toed shoes are required. Price for this full day class includes Lunch Bunch: Bring Your Own Lunch. KOC740 Teamworks AGES 8-11, 10-13 & 12-15 Can your team cross the river without getting wet or move through a hula hoop without letting go of your teammates? Spend the week taking on challenges with friends and unleash creative problem solving skills. There are no right or wrong answers as you collaborate with other students to put your plans into action in this fun filled cooperative games experience. KOC741 Active Math AGES 6-9 & 8-11 This is Math for kids who love to move. Math concepts are exciting when you use your whole body to learn facts and skills! Using common items found around campus and all the space they need. The interactive games and activities will keep their brains engaged in conceptual math so that when they return to school, they will be ready to learn in traditional ways. KOC769 Accessible Algebra AGES 12-15 High School is coming fast! Get a great review of material you’ve already learned or catch a preview of 9th grade math. This class will cover expressions, equations, linear relationships, patterns and functions, real numbers, the Pythagorean Theorem, and more. This class is designed for students entering 7th grade accelerated math, 8th grade math, or for students entering 9th grade who are looking for a review. KOC338 Zany Brainy Fun with Math AGES 6-9 Have fun with math through games and play! Expand your knowledge and practice your math skills in an entertaining and interactive way. Using dice, LEGO bricks, puzzles, and board games, have a blast and learn at the same time. No pencils and paper found here ... just fun! KOC364 STEM Challenges AGES 6-9 & 10-13 Think creatively as you plan and troubleshoot to complete STEM Challenges. The creative activities are endlessly fun as you learn concepts you’ll need for future study. Have so much fun, you won’t realize how much you are learning! KOC596 Spy Academy AGES 8-11 & 10-13 Train to be a top-level spy and avoid Kids on Campus dangers. Prepare for your assignment by learning how to break codes, solve logic problems, stay stealthy, and uncover secrets. Master obstacle courses and learn espionage skills necessary to complete the mission.

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