Stephens Summer Scholars
June 9–20, June 23–July 3, and July 7–18, 2008
Flexible two-week enrichment sessions for students who have completed grades K-5.
Stephens College Children’s School, corner of Walnut and Melbourne
Stephens College campus

• Morning (8 a.m.-noon) and afternoon (1-5 p.m.) programs available Monday-Friday.
• All classes taught by Stephens College faculty.
• Snack, recess and/or lunch provided.

Session Options:
Session One: June 9-20
Morning
1. Life in Medieval France: This class will introduce kids to what life was like in France in the Middle Ages. We will explore how peasants, priests, lords, ladies, knights, nuns, monks, maidens, kings, and queens lived through the times of the Black Plague, the Hundred Years' War between England and France, the exploits of Joan of Arc, the loyalty of Knighthood, the spectacle of jousts and fairs, and the events of daily life.

2. Poetry: The students will build their experience with poetry by reading many examples and exploring their own interests in order to write their own poems. They will take walks to the park and around campus to help generate ideas about the visual aspects of poetry. They will learn to keep a notebook of ideas and feelings that could be subjects for potential poems.

3. Drawing and Painting: We will work outside to sketch from nature using pencil and conte crayon. Students will also develop cartooning skills using markers and ink to create funny faces and crazy mixed-up animals. We will take our ideas into a large-scale format with mural painting. Join us for an art show at the end of our two weeks.

Afternoon:
4. Life in Ancient Greece: This class will introduce children to life in Ancient Greece. They will investigate the ancient cities of Sparta and Athens, looking at how soldiers, generals, kings, women, children, and politicians lived in these grand cities.

5. Equestrian: This class will be a hands-on experience for children to learn about horses. Children will learn parts of the horse, grooming tools, how to groom and general knowledge about different breeds.

6. U.S. History: Students will learn history through sports, famous women, presidents, music, and government. They will have hands-on experiences to learn about our history through their interests. They will have many opportunities to work with computers, the smart board, and many books.

7. Rainforest Ecology and Maya Life in Belize: Students will receive an introduction to the plants, animals, and natural cycles that make up the rainforest ecosystem of Belize, Central America, while gaining an understanding of the importance of biological diversity in planet Earth's health. The class will also provide students with a cultural experience of how the Maya of Belize live in and survive off of the jungle's resources, including what they grow and eat, how they cook, the making of traditional handicrafts, and the uncovering of ancient Maya temples today. The material is based on the instructor's travel and living experiences in Belize.


Session Two: June 23-July 3
Morning:
8. Life in Ancient Rome: This class will examine what life was like in Ancient Rome. We will follow the development of Rome from its earliest days—living in grass huts at the base of the many hills in Rome—to its grand history as the largest empire in the world!

9. Rainforest Ecology and Maya Life in Belize: See description from Session One.

10. U.S. History: See description from Session One.

Afternoon:
11. A History of Economy: The students will learn about what economy means, and historic business people and leaders. They will use this information to create a business to see how markets and exchange works.

12. Missouri and the U.S. Civil War: The state of Missouri was an important site during the Civil War. We will look at the history of not only the state of Missouri and its role in the Civil War, but also the role Columbia and Boonville played in the war between the states. This class will learn about the men and women from our area and the state who fought in this war.

13. Photography: Students will have the opportunity to learn about photography and use it in their writing. They will work with cameras around the campus and bring their pictures back into the classroom to help generate ideas for writing.

Session Three: July 7-18 Morning
14. Life in Ancient Egypt: In this class, students will explore what life was like in Ancient Egypt. We will study how they built the pyramids, how they carved their art and large tombs, how they mummified their kings and queens, and how they built their cities and temples.

15. Rainforest Ecology and Maya Life in Belize: see description of class in Session One.

16. Photography: See description in Session Two.

Afternoon:
17. Equestrian: See description in Session One.

18. Learning World Mythology: This class will examine World Mythology. We will read, hear, and discuss stories from all over the world and throughout history. We will learn stories from Egypt, Greece, Rome, Israel, India, China, Africa, Ireland, Australia, Mexico, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands. We will also read and hear stories from the culture of Native Americans and the fierce Vikings.

19. U.S. History: See description in Session Two.

20. Poetry: See description in Session One.


Tuition $250, single session; $400, concurrent (morning & afternoon session); discounted fee for Session Two due to Fourth of July ($225, single session; $350, concurrent session)
Registration deadline: June 1.

For more information or to register, contact Beth Crittenden Watson at (573) 876-7260 or Elizacrittenden@hotmail.com.