Summer Camps
Lifelong learning starts young! Delaware County Community College’s summer programs for kids and teens at the Marple Campus give motivated students ages 5-15 an opportunity to enjoy learning in a college environment. Classes are small, with hands-on participation and lots of individual attention.
Summer 2014
Build Your Skills
Calling All Actors!
Develop your interest and talents as we work on improv, pantomime, dialogues, characterizations and displaying emotions.
- July 7-10
Ages 5-7, CRN 781, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 782, 1-4 p.m.
Calling All Chefs
Have safe, creative fun with cooking.
- June 23-26
Ages 5-7, CRN 141, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 142, 1-4 p.m.
Calling All Chefs II
More creative and safe fun in the kitchen!
- July 7-10
Ages 8-11, CRN 296, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 191, 1-4 p.m.
Calling All Chefs III
Learn more basic kitchen techniques and prepare more great dishes. Recipes included. Calling All Chefs I and II are recommended as a prerequisite but not required.
- July 14-17
Ages 5-7, CRN 270, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 792, 1-4 p.m.
Calling All Chefs IV
Learn basic kitchen techniques while preparing great dishes. Recipes included. Calling All Chefs I, II, and III are recommended as a prerequisite but not required.
- July 21-24
Ages 5-7, CRN 191, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 296, 1-4 p.m.
CheckMate
Learn the pieces and the moves, or expand you knowledge of the ancient game of chess. Build your skills according to your ability.
- July 14-17
Ages 10+, CRN 795, 1-4 p.m.
Chocolate Lovers
Learn basic kitchen techniques while preparing chocolate oriented treats
- July 28-31
Ages 12-15, CRN 190, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 189, 1-4 p.m.
Computer Keyboarding
Learn the keyboard, hand coordination and finger placement.
- June 23-26
Ages 10+, CRN 275, 9 a.m.-noon
ESL for Kids
Is English your second language? Enjoy fun-filled days learning about the history, culture and food of our community, while you sharpen your English skills.
- July 28-31
Ages 8-11, CRN 820, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 821, 1-4 p.m.
More ESL for Kids
More opportunities to develop your English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, while having fun at the same time!
- August 4-7
Ages 5-7, CRN 834, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 835, 1-4 p.m.
French I
A fun program where you learn about French customs and the language through games, songs, stories and interactive activities.
- July 21-24
Ages 8-11, CRN 805, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 806, 1-4 p.m.
Go Fly A Kite
Discover the history of kites and learn to create and fly a variety of kites.
- July 21-24
Ages 5-7, CRN 807, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 808, 1-4 p.m.
Karate Kids
Improve physical coordination and dexterity through the study of martial arts.
- June 23-26
Ages 8-11, CRN 769, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 768, 1-4 p.m.
Karate II for Kids
More physical coordination and mental skills development. Emphasis on flexibility and endurance.
- July 28-31
Ages 5-7, CRN 822, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 823, 1-4 p.m.
Magic Manners
Learn manners that will make you a sought after guest, all your life.
- July 7-10
Ages 10+, CRN 778, 9 a.m.-noon
On Your Mark, Get Set, Read
Improve and enhance reading, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Learn to love reading!
- August 4-7
Grades 1-2, CRN 840, 9 a.m.-noon
Grades 3-4, CRN 841, 1-4 p.m.
Spanish I
Have fun learning about Spanish customs and the language through games, songs, stories and other interactive activities.
- July 7-10
Ages 5-7, CRN 779, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 780, 1-4 p.m.
Spanish II
More fun games, songs, stories and other interactive activities to build Spanish language skills.
- July 14-17
Ages 8-11, CRN 793, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 794, 1-4 p.m.
Speak Easy
Build confidence, articulation, and organization for speaking in front of your class or an audience.
- July 21-24
Ages 10+, CRN 809, 1-4 p.m.
Study Smarter
Learn to improve your concentration, memorize and relax. Discover how note and test taking skills can help you enjoy studying, resulting in more confidence and better grades.
- August 4-7
Ages 12-15, CRN 838, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 839, 1-4 p.m.
Summer Bridge
Build a smooth transition from one grade to the next. Reading, writing, math and language skills will be reviewed. Build confidence and self-esteem with activities that prepare students for the grade they enter this fall.
- July 28-31
Grade 2 into 3, CRN 832, 9 a.m.-noon
Grade 3 into 4, CRN 833, 1-4 p.m. - August 4-7
Grade K into 1, CRN 842, 9 a.m.-noon
Grade 1 into 2, CRN 843, 1-4 p.m.
Super Sitters
Be a responsible babysitter! Learn first aid, CPR, care and feeding, and how to prevent accidents and handle emergencies.
- June 23-26
Ages 10+, CRN 770, 1-4 p.m. - July 28-31
Ages 10+, CRN 824, 9 a.m.-noon
Teen Cuisine
Learn basic kitchen techniques while preparing delicious and healthy means for teens.
- August 4-7
Ages 16-17, CRN 836, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 12-15, CRN 837, 1-4 p.m.
Career Exploration
So, You Want to Be A Nurse
Discover what it takes to become a nurse. Visit the SymLab at the College to understand firsthand what it’s like to be a nurse.
- June 23-26
Ages 10+, CRN 771, 9 a.m.-noon
So, You Want to Be A Journalist
Learn the fundamentals of journalism and experience the range of opportunities available in the field of journalism.
- July 7-10
Ages 10+, CRN 783, 9 a.m.-noon
So, You Want to Be A Lawyer
Learn what it takes to become a Lawyer. Participate in a make-believe trial and see what it takes to convince a judge and jury.
- July 14-17
Ages 10+, CRN 796, 9 a.m.-noon
So, You Want to Be A Police Officer
Learn about the knowledge, skills and abilities required to become a Police Officer. Learn how the police enforce laws, regulate traffic, prevent crime and make arrests.
- July 21-24
Ages 10+, CRN 810, 9 a.m.-noon
So, You Want to Work in the Building Trades
Learn about the various jobs available in the world of construction. Explore a variety of different skills required in the building trades.
- July 28-31
Ages 10+, CRN 825, 9 a.m.-noon
So, You Want to Be A Teacher
Identify the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to become a teacher. Learn to prepare a lesson plan, practice teaching a class, grade papers, and much more.
- Aug. 4-7
Ages 10+, CRN 844, 9 a.m.-noon
Creative Adventures
Art Expose
Using tempera, acrylics and watercolor, create landscapes, still lifes and more.
- July 28-31
Ages 8-11, CRN 826, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 12-15, CRN 827, 1-4 p.m.
The Best of Storytelling
Create and illustrate a story using characters and story lines from your own imagination.
- July 28-31
Ages 8-11, CRN 828, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 829, 1-4 p.m.
Books on Stage
Transform a children’s classic into a play, acted out by you! Work on scenery, costumes and acting techniques.
- July 21-24
Ages 5-7, CRN 813, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 814, 1-4 p.m.
Comic Strips
Create your own comic strips, and develop characters and lettering skills. Bring an 11 x 14 sketchbook.
- June 23-26
Ages 8-11, CRN 135, 9 a.m.-noon
Dazzling American Girl Dolls
Learn about American history while sharing American Girl Dolls’ own stories. Includes a tea party and fashion show! Bring your American Dolls and book(s).
- Aug. 4-7
Ages 8-11, CRN 846, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 847, 1-4 p.m.
Fundamentals of Art
Use a variety of creative media to enliven your imagination and express your artistic talent.
- June 23-26
Ages 5-7, CRN 772, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 773, 1-4 p.m.
Great Little Puppet Workshop
Create characters for a story, and then make finger and hand puppets and marionettes to go with your very own “theater.”
- July 14-17
Ages 5-7, CRN 797, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 798, 1-4 p.m.
Fun With Fashion
Explore the world of fashion with fun and creative activities that will spark your fashion flare!
- July 14-17
Ages 8-11, CRN 799, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 12-15, CRN 800, 1-4 p.m.
Paint Like the Artists
Discover the versatility, beauty, new techniques, and the fun of painting in acrylics and watercolors and more, while exploring methods used by famous artists.
- Aug. 4-7
Ages 10+, CRN 845, 1-4 p.m.
Photography
Learn the techniques of taking great pictures Bring to class any type of camera you have.
- July 7-10
Ages 10-15, CRN 786, 1-4 p.m.
Ages 16-17, CRN 787, 9 a.m.-noon
Printmaking
Explore the world of printmaking using a variety of tools, textures and techniques.
- July 7-10
Ages 8-11, CRN 784, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 785, 1-4 p.m.
Suitcase Art
Join us for a “traveling” art class! Our beautiful campus will provide the landscape for exploration. Nature will provide the materials for drawing, painting and printmaking.
- July 21-24
Ages 5-7, CRN 811, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 812, 1-4 p.m.
STEM Explorations
Engineering with LEGO
Learn the basics of stable structures, mechanisms, and simple machines using real life examples.
- June 23-26
Ages 5-7, CRN 202, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 192, 1–4 p.m.
Exploring Space
Discover the challenge of space exploration, what it’s like to be in space, life on the space shuttle and what it takes to become an astronaut.
Explore the procedures and problems of space travel as well as getting an overview of the objects and planets in our solar system.
- July 7-14
Ages 5-7, CRN 801, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 8-11, CRN 802, 1–4 p.m.
Extreme Animal Makeovers
Discover what metamorphosis is all about as you examine various forms of life.
- July 21-24
Ages 8-11, CRN 815, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 816, 1–4 p.m.
Flash Animation
Jazz up your website! Use Flash 8 to work with layers, text, banners, morphing, buttons, motion and sound.
- July 21-24
Ages 10+, CRN 138, 9 a.m.-noon
Fun With Math
Review, practice and hands-on learning to sharpen you math skills.
July 21-24
Grades 1-2, CRN 818, 9 a.m.-noon
Grades 3-4, CRN 819,1– 4 p.m.
Geometry All Around
Geometry is all around us! Join us as we investigate the shapes in our everyday world. You’ll be surprised what you find, and where you find it.
- July 7-10
Ages 8-11, CRN 790, 9 a.m.-noon
Ages 5-7, CRN 791, 1–4 p.m.
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