DESTINATION EXPLORATION
This summer @ The BraineryTM we will embark on a fantastic adventure with Destination Exploration, where our children will become EXPLORERS! Students will learn about the various types of exploration from the land and seas to exploration into new technologies and understanding. These concepts and ideas will be imparted through a series of activities that will teach the children about the weekly theme, but also help to develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills
From designing submarines and lunar landers to using AI tools and extracting DNA, the children will be hands-on participants in their own learning. During each interactive bi-weekly subject, children will discover another unique aspect of exploration, as well as how they can be an explorer themselves.
Campers will experience art projects, science experiments, critical thinking activities, cooking projects and math and literacy activities. Our unique Proud to be PoliteTM curriculum promotes manners and life skills daily. Our Young Entrepreneurs and PhilanthropistsTM program will allow children to build four businesses and will donate their earnings to charity. Children will also participate in exciting and educational field journeys at least twice a week, as we explore the world around us.
Sign up today for the adventure of a lifetime, that will lead to a lifetime of adventure!
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Prevent the Summer Learning Gap!
Keep your child engaged at our School-Age Summer Camp with our inspired and innovative curriculum
Stepping Stone School
2024 Summer Sports Camp
Featuring KIDLYMPICS!
Join us for an exhilarating summer filled with athletic prowess, teamwork, and personal growth as children train in various sports and developmental activities to prepare for our epic Olympic-style event at the end of the season.
Throughout the summer, the children will engage in a dynamic curriculum designed to enhance their physical skills, boost confidence, and foster a spirit of sportsmanship. From mastering track and field events to honing their skills in soccer, basketball, and more! Every child will have the opportunity to shine and reach new heights.
Under the guidance of Coach Antonio and our experienced instructors, participants will not only develop their athletic abilities but also learn valuable lessons in perseverance, dedication, and teamwork. Whether they’re racing towards the finish line or conquering new challenges, every step of the journey will be a triumph.
Collaborative Campus Flag Design
School-Age Students will work together to design their unique flag to fly during Summer Camp, and will march with it during the First Annual Kidlympics!
KIDLYMPICS!
AUGUST 5th through 9th – Students will build camaraderie, confidence, and participate in a series of exciting sports competition inspired by the Olympics!
Meet Coach Antonio
Coach Antonio is a dynamic coach, embodying a lifelong passion for athletics both on and off the field. Growing up in a busy household, he was introduced to a multitude of sports from an early age, sparking a love for education and competition that would shape his journey.
Coach Antonio’s experience extended across various sports, showcasing his versatility and natural athleticism. Excelling as a standout wide receiver in football, he played college football for a year and he earned many accolades including two-time All District recognition and an invite to the prestigious Adidas All American Combine.
In addition to football, Coach Antonio’s love for basketball was evident as he played varsity basketball and spent a decade competing in travel basketball leagues.
His commitment to soccer was equally impressive, boasting a remarkable 20 years of experience at the highest levels of travel play, including an invitation to the Olympic Development Tryouts, a testament to his skill and dedication to the game.
Even beyond the realm of traditional team sports, Coach Antonio competed in track and field, where he excelled in short distance events, shot put, and discus. His early exposure to gymnastics, coupled with his athleticism, laid the foundation for a successful athletic career. He also has experience as a small group and individual trainer, sharing his wealth of knowledge and passion for sports to aspiring athletes.
Beyond his achievements on the field, Coach Antonio’s calling emerged in his passion for coaching and mentoring young athletes. With over three years of experience coaching children in multiple sports, he has become a supportive figure in the community, instilling not only the fundamentals of each sport but also valuable lessons of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
Today, Coach Antonio continues to inspire the next generation of athletes through his work at Stepping Stone School. Whether on the field, court, or track, his dedication to excellence and love for education serves as an inspiration for all who have the privilege of meeting this remarkable educator and coach.
Enroll your School-Age children today for the Stepping Stone School Summer Program at The BraineryTM where they will embark on Destination Exploration
Calendar
Into the Deep
May 28 – June 7
Leader of the Week:
Jacques Cousteau
This week, students will journey to the depths of the ocean. They will learn about the physics of the underwater world as well as the vehicles and technology that allow us to explore this hidden world.
Flight School
June 10 – 21
Leader of the Week:
Amelia Earhart
Campers will learn about the different modes of manned flight from the simplest to the most complex. We will investigate how such heavy objects can defy gravity, as well as building several flying machines of our own.
Protecting Our Planet
June 24 – July 5
Leader of the Week:
Rachel Carson
This theme focuses on the importance of protecting our land and environment. Students will learn to think meaningfully about how they can preserve the Earth so it can be explored for many more years to come.
The Final Frontier
July 8 – 19
Leader of the Week:
Katherine Johnson
Children will explore the furthest reaches of space during this two-week session. We will discover how rockets work, as well as develop an understanding of what it will take to live in space and explore other worlds.
Health and the Human Body
July 22 – August 2
Leader of the Week
Edward Jenner
This theme focuses on the exploration being done to better understand the human body. Campers will learn about how the human body functions, as well as how medicines are created, and cures found for diseases.
Into the Future
August 5 – 16
Leader of the Week:
Marc Raibert
Here we will investigate what the shape of exploration may look like in the future. We will discover new emerging technologies, such as robotics and AI, as well as hypothesizing what new technologies may be on the horizon.
Kindness and EmpathyTM
The BraineryTM summer camp offers a series of compassion and character-building activities to accompany each lesson plan. Research demonstrates helping others is key to happiness. There will also be weekly activities dedicated to growing the kindness, empathy, and character of our campers. Your children will also have an opportunity to participate in guided reflective thinking each day.
Every activity your child participates in at The BraineryTM will further their knowledge, increase their curiosity, peak their imagination and move them forward in their development.
All of this and more awaits your child at The BraineryTM
The Atelier™
The Atelier™ is a unique and innovative concept designed specifically by Stepping Stone School to expand the artistic and design opportunities for our children. The Atelier™ raises the bar for school-age experiences beyond anything offered elsewhere.
The experience goes beyond the mere provision of materials. It focuses on the inner creative genius inherent in all children and provides them with character and creative role models, allowing them to set goals and ascend to the highest levels of their creative potential. By pairing information with imagination, our children will be offered a priceless opportunity to exponentially expand their creativity, problem solving capabilities and the harmonizing of their ideas with others.
Swim Lessons available at most campuses!
Campers at Stepping Stone School will also experience our unique Young Entrepreneur and PhilanthropistTM program. Children will participate in multiple philanthropic and service projects throughout the summer, particularly concentrating on assisting our communities.
This year’s summer camp will feature exciting bi-weekly themes delving into the concept of S.T.R.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Relationships, Engineering, Arts and Math) through fun, engaging and educational activities.