CCDS Summer Courses

• Adventure Crew
• Call is a Comeback (A Return to In-Person Learning)
• Cooking and Food Exploration
• Creative Playtime
  • Pre-requisite:  Enrolled student for the 2021-2022 Academic Year
• Handwriting and Phonics Bootcamp
• iSPACE 
  • Cool Chemistry
  • RoboBlast (LEGO® EV3 Robots) - FULL 
  • SMArt (Science Meets Art) - FULL 
  • WeDo 2.0 Camp – Nature Bots - FULL 

Adventure Camp
Grades 1 – 6
Dates: 8/2/2021 – 8/6/2021
Times:  9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Instructors:  Jennifer Jensen, Connections Academics
Course Fee:  $300
Description:  Adventure Camp creates opportunities for children to collaborate, problem-solve, tackle physical challenges, navigate risk, practice perseverance, and gain self-confidence.  This is the perfect antidote for the hurried, overstructured lifestyles, digital distractions, and manufactured environments that leave children few opportunities to explore, create, take responsibility for themselves, and make decisions.  Participants will be presented with a variety of outdoor survival challenges throughout the week, in addition to having plenty of time for unstructured play and exploration.  Lunch is not included.

Call it a Comeback (A Return to In-Person Learning)
Grades 2 - 8
Dates:  6/29/2021 – 8/5/2021   (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Students will meet for 12, two-hour sessions over six weeks, 6/29/2021 through 8/5/2021.
Times: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Instructor: Valerie Gerber and Renee Pavlisko, CCDS Faculty
Course Fee:  $550
Description:  “Where is my pencil? Do I do this by myself? Take a test? I am so confused! WHERE IS MY BACKPACK AND WHAT SHOULD I PUT IN IT?” These are the thoughts and questions racing through your child’s mind.

How has the Pandemic, masks, remote learning, physical distancing, and social awareness changed the classroom?  This course is designed to fill your child’s backpack with non-cognitive, executive function, and metacognitive skills while focusing on collaboration, independence and self-advocacy as they prepare to return to in-person learning in the fall.   Time management is an essential skill in performing daily tasks, including planning, projects, taking tests, self-care, and classroom expectations.

Practice will feel like play as students reclaim the skills needed to acclimate back into the classroom and leave having agency.

Cooking and Food Exploration Club: Summer Party Favorites
Kindergarten – Grade 4
Dates: 7/19/2021 – 7/23/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  New Leaf Kitchen
Course Fee:  $250
Description:  When children take part in growing and preparing their own food, they learn new skills and are more willing to try new foods.  This camp will explore foods and the food process from the root up. Campers will make ten healthy snacks using fresh foods to practice food preparation skills and also enjoy hands-on art and gardening activities.  Lessons nurture all aspects of learning (physical, cognitive, social/emotional, language arts), and encourage food exploration with all five senses. The course has a minimum enrollment requirement of 12 campers.

Recipes: Coconut Cream Iced Cream, Garden Artichoke Dip, Broccoli Tacos, Herbed Edamame Hummus, Iced Figgy Oat Bars, Banana Cream Milkshakes and many more!

Cooking and Food Exploration Club: All Rolled Up in Summer
Kindergarten – Grade 4
Dates: 7/26/2021 – 7/30/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  New Leaf Kitchen
Course Fee:  $250
Description:  When children take part in growing and preparing their own food, they learn new skills and are more willing to try new foods.  This camp will explore foods and the food process from the root up. Campers will make ten healthy snacks using fresh foods to practice food preparation skills and also enjoy hands-on art and gardening activities.  Lessons nurture all aspects of learning (physical, cognitive, social/emotional, language arts), and encourage food exploration with all five senses. The course has a minimum enrollment requirement of 12 campers.

Recipes: Cinnamon Rollers, Mashed Pea Pinwheels. Lasagna Roll-Ups, Sticky Rice Rolls, Pesto Pizza Rollers, Rolled Citrus Berry Juicers, and many more!

Cool Chemistry
Grades 4 - 6
Dates: 8/2/2021 – 8/6/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Instructor:  iSPACE
Course Fee:  $350
Description:  Join our group of mad scientists! Be prepared to brew, blend, and build while exploring bizarre and beguiling experiments. Cool chemistry concepts include acid and bases, chromatography, polymers, boats that run on soap, density, and more! This camp is sure to charm and captivate the chemist in you!

Handwriting and Phonics Bootcamp
Kindergarten – Grade 1
Dates: 6/21/2021 – 6/25/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  Kathi Bagnoli, CCDS Faculty
Course Fee:  $200
Description:  Campers will develop their writing skills using the "Handwriting Without Tears" curriculum to guide a multi-sensory approach to writing basics, including pencil grip, and proper letter formation. They will also review letter sounds and blending words, essential phonics skills to help build a strong foundation for early literacy. The handwriting and phonics activities use a hands-on approach, so children actively learn while engaged in various sensory modalities toward mastering handwriting.

Practical Life Skills
Kindergarten – Grade 2
Dates: 7/12/2021 – 7/16/2021
Times 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  Kathi Bagnoli and Prissy Schoeny, CCDS Faculty
Course Fee:  $225
Description: Everyday life skills are essential for gaining independence and boosting confidence.   This active, hands-on week will focus on teaching practical life skills that will equip children for life.  Making the bed, helping with laundry, setting the table, meal preparation, table manners, cleaning, and organizing will all be covered during this fun week of learning!   

RoboBlast (LEGO  EV3 Robots)
Grades 4 - 6
Dates: 8/9/2021 – 8/13/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Instructor:  iSPACE
Course Fee:  $350
Description:  Calling all cadets! Enlist in this exciting adventure where campers will work in teams to build and program LEGO® MINDSTORM EV3 robots. Combining LEGO robots, daily robotic challenges, a rocket, and new friends is sure to make this camp a blast!

SMArt (Science Meets Art)
Grades 1 - 3
Dates: 8/2/2021 – 8/6/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Instructor: iSPACE
Course Fee:  $350
Description:  What happens when a camper’s inner Picasso meets their inner Einstein? The combination will cause reactions that will be filled with oohs and ahhs! Campers will not only discover that science is fun (and messy) but also how science plays an important part in the process of creating art and toys. Campers will also use robotics and coding along with other media to design one-of-a-kind masterpieces!

WeDo 2.0 Camp – Nature Bots
Grades 1 - 3
Dates: 8/9/2021 – 8/13/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Instructor:  iSPACE
Course Fee:  $350
Description: Explore the perilous side of nature from the comfort of your…LEGO® builds? Using LEGO’s newest WeDo 2.0 robotics kits and programming platform, campers will be challenged to come up with solutions for some of the scientific world’s most pressing questions. How do we save the bees? How can we prevent coastal flooding? What can we do for earthquake-prone areas? LEGO® Engineers will put their brains together to become the scientist of tomorrow! Are you ready to tame nature’s fury?

Please see the CCDSummer Online Registration form for more details on the following course offerings:

• Private Piano Lessons
  • 30-minute lessons
  • 45-minute lessons
• Sewing Camps
  • SEW Excited for Summer
  • SEW Ready for School

 

Private Piano Lessons (30 Minute)
Kindergarten – Grade 12
Dates:  6/7/2021 – 7/30/2021
Times:  TBD
Instructor:  Elena Belfor, CCDS Faculty
Course Fee:  $250
Description:  Playing an instrument is an excellent way to strengthen eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills.  Demonstrating good phrasing, fingering, posture, rhythm, and note readings skills will be a focus during each lesson.

Six half-hour individual lessons will be scheduled throughout the summer and formatted to accommodate all performance levels building upon each individual’s musical strengths. Only one make-up lesson is granted during the summer.

Private Piano Lessons (45 Minute)
Kindergarten – Grade 12
Dates: 6/7/2021 – 7/30/2021
Times: TBD
Instructor:  Elena Belfor, CCDS Faculty
Course Fee:  $375
Description:  Playing an instrument is an excellent way to strengthen eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills.  Demonstrating good phrasing, fingering, posture, rhythm, and note reading skills will be a focus during each lesson.

Six 45-minute individual lessons will be scheduled throughout the summer and formatted to accommodate all performance levels building upon each individual’s musical strengths. Only one make-up lesson is granted during the summer.

SEW Excited for Summer
Grades 2 - 6
Dates: 6/21/2021 – 6/25/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  Julia Rutherford, CCDS Community Member
Course Fee:  $225
Description: We’re SEW excited for some summer fun by the pool!  Campers will create their own pool cover up, pool bag, sunglasses case, and other summer accessories.  They will be the envy of everyone at the pool or on the beach in their one-of-a-kind creations.  All this fun while learning the basics of pattern reading and construction, simple hand stitching, and sewing machine use and safety.  By the end of the course, campers will have completed up to five projects to take home.  All equipment and fabric will be provided. 

SEW in Need for Charity - Capes for Kids
Grades 2 - 6
Dates: 6/21/2021 – 6/25/2021
Times:  1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Instructor:  Julia Rutherford, CCDS Community Member
Course Fee:  $175
Description: Capes are SEW awesome!  Ever put on a cape and felt just a little stronger or more powerful?  Campers will put their sewing skills to use to create Capes for Kids.  These capes will be donated to homeless children.  Our capes will empower homeless children to tap into their own strength – their imaginations.  Our capes will be their daily armor and a tool for believing in themselves.  By the end of the course, campers will have done a great service to homeless children everywhere.  All equipment and fabric will be provided.

Please see the CCDSummer Online Registration form for more details on the following course offerings:

• Acceleration Sports Training
• Basketball Skills
• CCDSports Camp
• Football Camp
• Gymnastics Camp
• Lacrosse Camp 
• NIKE US Sports Girls Basketball Camp
• NIKE US Sports Boys Basketball Camp
• Summer Physical Education for credit
• Volleyball Camp

Acceleration Sports Training
Grades 4 – 12/Ages 10 – 18
Dates: 6/14/2021 – 6/18/2021 (Tuesday, Thursday)
            6/21/2021 – 6/25/2021 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  Jamie Doxsey, Tekulve Trainer
Course Fee:  $150
Description:   This intensive, five-day acceleration training camp extends over two weeks providing a unique experience that benefits athletes of all levels. Through the use of correct biomechanics, campers will focus on improving speed, agility, quickness, explosiveness, foot coordination while reducing injuries.  Campers will work hard and leave with a greater sense of mental toughness, a stronger work ethic, increased mental toughness, and more confidence.  Put more in, get more out! 

Acceleration Sports Training
Grades 4 – 12/Ages 10 – 18
Dates: 7/19/2021 – 7/23/2021 (Tuesday, Thursday)
            7/26/2021 – 7/30/2021 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  Jamie Doxsey, Tekulve Trainer
Course Fee:  $150
Description:   This intensive, five-day acceleration training camp extends over two weeks providing a unique experience that benefits athletes of all levels. Through the use of correct biomechanics, campers will focus on improving speed, agility, quickness, explosiveness, foot coordination while reducing injuries.  Campers will work hard and leave with a greater sense of mental toughness, a stronger work ethic, increased mental toughness, and more confidence.  Put more in, get more out! 

Basketball Skills Co-ed Camp
Grades 1 - 4
Dates: 6/7/2021 – 6/11/2021
Times:  1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Instructor:  Greg Ross, Varsity Basketball Coach
Course Fee:  $150
Description:  This skills camp teaches players the fundamentals of basketball. Fun drills and games will boost players’ passing, dribbling, and shooting skills, so they’ll leave camp with more confidence in their abilities when it’s time for tip-off.

Basketball Skills Co-ed Camp
Grades 5 - 8
6/7/2021 – 6/11/2021
Times:  1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Instructor:  Greg Ross, Varsity Basketball Coach
Course Fee:  $150Description:  This skills camp teaches players the fundamentals of basketball. Fun drills and games will boost players’ passing, dribbling, and shooting skills, so they’ll leave camp with more confidence in their abilities when it’s time for tip-off.

CCDSports Camp
Grades 1 - 8
Dates: 6/1/2021 – 6/4/2021 (Tuesday - Friday)
Times:  9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Instructors:  Dennis Coyle, CCDS Athletic Director and Coaches
Course Fee:  $275
Description:  The mission of CCDSports Camp is to teach fundamental skills that span multiple sports and boost overall athleticism. Participants will explore and discover skills needed for a variety of sports, leaving camp with a better concept of team and the fundamentals associated with each sport. A typical day will consist of various games and skill-building activities including but not limited to dodgeball, basketball, flag football, soccer, tennis, and whiffle ball.

Football Camp
Grades 1 – 4
Dates: 6/7/2021 – 6/11/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  Dennis Coyle, CCDS Athletic Director and Varsity Football Coach
Course Fee:  $150
Description:  This position focused, skills based camp is designed for players looking to learn or advance their techniques and skills.  Players will benefit from quality football instruction and gain confidence as a player on and off the field toward getting game ready!  Position skill focuses:

Running Backs: Ball handling, stance, release, faking, ball carrying, running, cutting, blocking, pass receiving.
Quarterbacks: Stance, center exchange, drop back, setting-up, throwing, release, follow through, ball handling, faking, reading defenses, play action passing.
Receivers: Stance, release, pass patterns, running, pass catching, stalk block technique.
Offensive Linemen: Stance, pass protection, run blocking, pulling, center / QB exchange.
Defensive Backs: Stance, alignment, pass coverage, zone and man cover techniques, form tackling, pursuit and run support.
Inside and Outside Linebackers: Stance, alignment, pass drops, how to read offenses, form tackling, pursuit.
Defensive Linemen: Stance, pass rush, reading offensive linemen, stunt techniques, form tackling, pursuit, reaction drills.

Football Camp
Grades 5 - 8
Dates: 6/7/2021 – 6/11/2021
Times:  9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructor:  Dennis Coyle, CCDS Athletic Director and Varsity Football Coach
Course Fee:  $150
Description:  This position focused, skills based camp is designed for players looking to learn or advance their techniques and skills.  Players will benefit from quality football instruction and gain confidence as a player on and off the field toward getting game ready!  Position skill focuses:

Running Backs: Ball handling, stance, release, faking, ball carrying, running, cutting, blocking, pass receiving.
Quarterbacks: Stance, center exchange, drop back, setting-up, throwing, release, follow through, ball handling, faking, reading defenses, play action passing.
Receivers: Stance, release, pass patterns, running, pass catching, stalk block technique.
Offensive Linemen: Stance, pass protection, run blocking, pulling, center / QB exchange.
Defensive Backs: Stance, alignment, pass coverage, zone and man cover techniques, form tackling, pursuit and run support.
Inside and Outside Linebackers: Stance, alignment, pass drops, how to read offenses, form tackling, pursuit.
Defensive Linemen: Stance, pass rush, reading offensive linemen, stunt techniques, form tackling, pursuit, reaction drills.

Gymnastics Camp
Grades 1 - 8
Dates: 6/21/2021 – 6/25/2020
Times:  3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Instructor:  Steve Conner, Varsity Gymnastic Coach
Course Fee:  $150
Description:  Participants will learn basic to intermediate gymnastics skills and skill connections on the floor, beam, bars, and vault. This course works on flexibility and the building blocks for young gymnasts.

Lacrosse Camp
Grades 1 -  8
Dates: 6/14/2021 – 6/18/2021
Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructors:  AJ Froehlich, Varsity Lacrosse Coach and Director of True Cincinnati Lacrosse
Course Fee:  $150
Description: The camp is designed to teach the fundamentals of lacrosse while promoting athleticism, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Beginner and intermediate players will learn or improve all aspects of their game in a positive, fun, challenging environment as they work to develop their full potential both on and off the field.

Lacrosse Camp
Grades 1 - 8
Dates: 7/6/2021 – 7/9/2021 (Tuesday – Friday)
Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Instructors:  AJ Froehlich, Varsity Lacrosse Coach and Director of True Cincinnati Lacrosse
Course Fee:  $120
Description: The camp is designed to teach the fundamentals of lacrosse while promoting athleticism, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Beginner and intermediate players will learn or improve all aspects of their game in a positive, fun, challenging environment as they work to develop their full potential both on and off the field.

Nike Basketball Girls' Camp
Ages 8 – 15
Dates: 6/28/2021 – 7/1/2021 (Monday – Thursday)
Times:  9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Instructor:  Coach Kyle Pottkotter
Course Fee:  $305
Description:  The camp will feature a daily emphasis on shooting and fundamental skill development, as well as competitions, 3 on 3, and 5 on 5 play. Tips, notes, and instructional videos will be shared via our CoachNow app. Lunch is included.

Nike Basketball Boy's Camp
Ages 8 – 15
Dates: 7/12/2021 – 7/15/2021 (Monday – Thursday)
Times:  9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Instructor:  Coach Kyle Pottkotter
Course Fee:  $305
Description:  The camp will feature a daily emphasis on shooting and fundamental skill development, as well as competitions, 3 on 3, and 5 on 5 play. Tips, notes, and instructional videos will be shared via our CoachNow app. Lunch is included.

Volleyball Camp
Grades 1 – 4
Dates: 6/14/2021 – 6/18/2021
Times:  1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 
Instructor:  Chris Bannister, Varsity Volleyball Coach
Course Fee:  $100
Description:  Learn the basics of volleyball at this packed full of fun introductory skills camp. Games and drills will be part of the daily activities as campers focus on passing, setting, and hitting.

Volleyball Camp 
Grades 5 - 8
Dates: 6/14/2021 – 6/18/2021
Times:  1:00 PM – 3:00 PM 
Instructor:  Chris Bannister, Varsity Volleyball Coach
Course Fee:  $100
Description:  Learn basic skills and the strategy behind the game of volleyball. Fun games and drills will be put into “play” at the end of each day during live sessions as players begin to learn the process of the game

 

Cincinnati Country Day School two sessions of physical education for high school credit. These courses are open to students from both public and private schools. If a student is not enrolled at Cincinnati Country Day School, permission to enroll in one of our academic credit courses must be approved through the student’s current school administration prior to enrolling in the course.

Students must meet the course requirements as outlined in the descriptions below in order to receive credit. Grades and/or evaluations will be forwarded to other schools upon the completion of the course.

Grades	9 – 12
Dates	Session I:  6/1 - 6/11 Session II: 6/14 - 6/25
Times	Session I:  8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Session II: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Instructor	Steve Conner, CCDS Faculty
Course Fee	$425
Description	This course for credit focuses on the importance of maintaining a health-enhancing level of physical fitness.  This course will teach the importance of physical activity through various stages of life, whether it be for health, enjoyment, or competition. Participants will develop and demonstrate skills through a variety of physical activities that meet the Ohio Department of Education Physical Education Standards.  Lunch is provided.
Course Credit	Students who successfully complete one two-week session of Summer PE will earn one-quarter (0.25) credit. Failure to meet the course requirements below may result in the student not receiving credit for the course.
Course Structure	Each session runs for a two-week period meeting for 6.5 hours a day. The curriculum covers basketball, flag football, golf, leisure activities, racquet sports, soccer, softball, volleyball, and exercise.
Course Requirements	In order for student to receive credit for this course, the following requirements must be met: A student must spend a minimum of 60 total hours. A student will receive both a letter grade and a pass/fail grade. A student may miss no more than one (1) class meeting (with instructor’s approval).