Offerings:
Session 1 (Grades K-1)
FULL
Overview:
This session offers an opportunity for fun, friendship, and exploration with water, through fun-filled, hands-on, recreational, and learning activities.
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KQPS 2022 Summer Intersessions
Time - 9:00am - 2:00pm
Transportation, breakfast, and lunch provided.
What is an intersession?
An intersession is a short period between academic terms used by students to engage in projects outside the normal academic program. KQPS will have three (3) intersessions this summer where teachers will share their "Passion" Projects.
What are these "Passion" Projects?
Passion Projects are projects that inspire you; projects that push you to explore your inner creativity and personality. They are fun, educational, and different from the normal school curriculum!
CLICK HERE to access the request form.
Deadline to request a spot in summer intersessions is May 27, 2022.
*Availability is limited. This form is to request a spot in projects, but your spot is not guaranteed. Requests will be assessed on a "first come, first served" basis. Parents will be contacted after the request window is closed.
SUMMER INTERSESSION 1
JUNE 13-23
*All courses will be held at Central High School
SUMMER INTERSESSION 2
JUNE 27-JULY 8
*All courses will be held at Central High School
SUMMER INTERSESSION 3
JULY 11-JULY 21
*All courses will be held at Central High School
Aqua-Venture and Under the Sea (with Ms. Johnson and Ms. Washington)
Summer Fun has just begun! Grab your towel and dive in as we go on an aqua-venture exploring water while having tons of fun.
Design a Zoo (with Ms. Moore)
Do you love creating and designing? Do you love animals? Come combine these passions by creating your very own zoo!
Offerings:
Session 1 (Grades K-1)
Maximum of 10 students
Session 2 (Grades 2-3)
FULL
Session 3 (Grades 4-5)
FULL
Overview:
In this course, you will create the perfect zoo for your animals and guests. Come find out what it takes from start to finish in building the perfect zoo. From researching different animals' needs and habitats, to creating ticket prices and attractions, and even making your own commercial for your zoo, you will be an expert zoologist in no time! This course includes math, language arts, science, art, and technology to bring your zoo to life! We can't wait to see what you design.
Agriculture Explorers: Feeding the Future (with Ms. Coleburn)
Want to know how your food gets from the farm to your table? This course will educate about the critical aspects of farming and agriculture.
Offerings:
Session 1 (Grades 2-3)
FULL
Overview:
Students learn about the history of agriculture, grow flowers and plants, and appreciate the importance of farming to feed the world.
Classroom Campout (with Ms. Harlow)
Come join me for a classroom campout where students will be practicing real-world math and reading applications while having a blast!
Offerings:
Session 1 (Grades 2-3)
Maximum of 10 students
Session 2 (Grades 2-3)
Maximum of 10 students
Overview:
Students will participate in hands-on activities to strengthen their math, reading, writing, and social skills while having tons of fun!
Around the World in 7 Days (with Ms. Pohlman)
Do you wish you could travel the world? Would you like to learn about other countries and cultures? This course could be for you!
Offerings:
Session 1 (Grades 4-5)
Maximum of 10 students
Overview:
Students will virtually travel the world, learning about other countries and cultures through music, games, crafts and foods.
Kitchen Science Lab (with Ms. Winder)
Have a foodie scientist? Learn your way around a kitchen while exploring hands-on how you can eat your science in this sensory packed class!
Offerings:
Session 1 (Grades 4-5)
FULL
Session 2 (Grades 2-3)
Maximum of 10 students
Overview:
Learn how to use kitchen tools safely, read recipes, all while making delicious treats!
Social Emotional Wellness (with Ms. Cassie Hurley)
Lift up your "voice!"
Offerings:
Session 1 (Grades 4-5)
FULL
Session 2 (Grades 2-3)
Maximum of 10 students
Overview:
Students will explore safe and healthy methods to express emotion and strengthen mental connections internally while learning calming methods that include counting and exercise. Students will journal daily and engage in group and one on one discussion to encourage willingness to verbalize feelings and emotions. Students will strengthen their "voice" and be more willing to verbalize their feelings and emotions.
Mo Willems Author Exploration (with Ms. Jenkins and Ms. Washington)
Do you like funny stories? Would YOU let the pigeon drive the bus?
Offerings:
Session 2 (Grades K-1)
Maximum of 20 students
Overview:
In this course we will read some of Mo Willems best books. We will make and put on a puppet show, do art projects, have special snacks and even write our own books like Mo!
This course will include math, language arts, art and storytelling.
Board Game Bonanza (with Ms. Pohlman)
Do you like to play board games? Do you like to win? Board Game Bonanza may be for you!
Offerings:
Session 2 (Grades 4-5)
Maximum of 10 students
Overview:
Students will get the opportunity to learn how to play a variety of popular board games. They will discover strategies to help them play better. Students will take what they learn to create their own board game.
Fun with Recipes (with Ms. Kelly Harvey)
Come explore with recipes this summer. We are going to make and eat tasty treats.
Offerings:
Session 2 (Grades 4-5)
FULL
Overview:
We will explore reading and making simple recipes. We will incorporate reading, writing, and math skills into this course.
The Wizarding World of King and Queen (with Ms. Hardy)
Step into the adventure that awaits at the King and Queen School for Witchcraft and Wizardry - experience school as a witch or wizard, not a muggle!
Offerings:
Session 2 (Grades 4-5)
Maximum of 10 students
Overview:
Students will read and discuss parts of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and attend King and Queen's version of Hogwarts. They will be sorted into houses, "travel" to Diagon Alley, create their own wands, and attend classes like potions, herbology, and charms!
Sense.able Play (with Ms. Cassie Hurley)
Have fun while using all your senses!
Offerings:
Session 3 (Grades K-1)
FULL
Overview:
Students will experiment with creating tangible sensory using math and reading skills to measure ingredients and follow step by step instructions while writing hypothesis, observations and results. Students will engage in fun filled activities creating and improving fine motor skills.
Alice in Musicland (with Ms. Sanderson)
Join me to travel through Musicland and discover the 8 elements of music with Alice and her friends.
Offerings:
Session 3 (Grades K-1)
Maximum of 10 students
Overview:
During this session, students will travel through Musicland and meet Alice and some of her friends. Throughout the journey we will learn about the Eight elements of music and discuss what music means to us. Art, math, reading, and writing will also be incorporated through our fun daily activities. I’m so excited for you to join me on this journey.
Don't Throw Away Your Future: Start Recycling Today! (with Ms. Coleburn)
Help conserve the Earth by learning about recycling!
Offerings:
Session 3 (Grades 2-3)
FULL
Overview:
This course will educate students about the importance of recycling, as well as the other ways they can conserve resources. We will make graphic designs to spread awareness, organize a clean-up, and more!
MATH - Making All Things Healthy (with Ms. Washington)
Learn how to make quick, simple, and healthy meals!
Offerings:
Session 3 (Grades 4-5)
FULL
Overview:
Students will learn how to bake and cook! They will use measurements, convert time, and follow step by step instructions to make tasty treats that are also healthy.