Summer Activity Camps - Aurora Christian Schools

Important Information

SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
- Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Enrollment will be limited.
- Each camp must be paid in full at the start of the camp.
- Payment for each camp(s) (except for Ready Set Code Camps) can be dropped off in the front office with cash or check. Checks made out to ACS Sycamore.
- If you are an ACS student, your all accounts must be current to register.

SUMMER CAMP REFUND/TRANSFER POLICY
- 100% refund if registration canceled more than 3 weeks prior to the start of the camp. A $15 processing fee will be charged to all canceled camp registrations.
- 50% refund if registration is canceled less than 3 weeks, but more than 2 weeks prior to the start of the camp.
- NO refund will be given when registration is canceled less than 2 weeks prior to the start of the camp.
- A full refund will be provided if a camp is canceled by ACS Sycamore.

DROP-OFF PROCEDURES
- Drop-off will be at ACS Sycamore's main entrance no earlier than 15 minutes prior to the start of camp or Door 7 for sports camp.
- Students will be checked in at the summer camp check-in table prior to entering the building.

PICK-UP PROCEDURES
- For pick-up parents will park their car, enter ACS Sycamore’s main entrance or Door 7 for sports camp.
- Students must be picked up no later than 15 minutes after the end of camp.

LUNCH & SNACKS
- ACS Sycamore does not provide lunch during summer camps.
- Students participating in a FULL-DAY camp during the same week should bring a lunch from home. Lunch supervision will be provided by ACS Sycamore summer staff.
- Unless otherwise noted, students will need to bring their own snack.

Sports Camps

Boys/Girls Basketball Camp with Coach Balderas
Learn from Coach Balderas along with NIU student athletes in this fantastic clinic! Participants need to bring a snack and water bottle. Participants will also receive a t-shirt.
Grades: Entering 5 - 8
Dates: June 2 - June 5
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
Cost: $85

Boys/Girls Basketball Camp with Coach Balderas
Learn the basics of basketball from Coach Balderas and NIU student athletes in this fantastic clinic! Participants need to bring a snack and water bottle. Participants will also receive a t-shirt.
Grades: Entering K - 2
Dates: June 9 - June 12
Time: 9 am - 10 pm
Cost: $35

Boys/Girls Basketball Camp with Coach Balderas
Learn from Coach Balderas and NIU student athletes in this fantastic clinic! Participants need to bring a snack and water bottle. Participants will also receive a t-shirt.
Grades: Entering 3 - 4
Dates: June 9 - June 12
Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Cost: $55

Aggression Volleyball Camp
Introduction to volleyball. Come and learn the basics of the sport and see if your son or daughter enjoys it, and/or wants to grow their abilities. Aggression Volleyball Club (who we partner with) will run this super fun 3 day camp! Students will need to bring a snack and a water bottle.
Grades: Entering 2 - 8
Dates: July 8 - July 10
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Cost: $65

Soccer Camp
Join Coach Balderas as he reviews the basics of soccer ball control, passing, and dribbling, but adds on game formation and tactics. Participants will need to bring a water bottle and their own soccer ball.
Grades: Entering 4 - 8
Dates: July 14 - July 18
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Cost: $60

Pee-Wee Soccer Camp
Join Coach Balderas as he teaches the basics of soccer focusing on ball control, passing, and dribbling. Participants will need to bring a water bottle and their own soccer ball.
Grades: Entering 1 - 3
Dates: July 14 - July 18
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Cost: $55

Chess Camps

Intro to Chess
This camp is for the beginner chess player and led by Chess Club coach Mrs. Portillo. No experience is necessary. Participants will also get a chess board of their own at the end of camp. A snack will be provided.
Grades: Entering 1 - 8 max. 22 students
Dates: June 23, June 25, June 27 (MWF)
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost: $75

Play like a Grandmaster Series - Part 1
This camp is for the experienced chess player and led by Chess Club coach Mrs. Portillo. This first part will go in depth teaching mid-game tactics and strategies. A snack will be provided. (You do not need to attend the second level camp)
**Must have chess playing experience**
Grades: Entering 3 - 8 max. 22 students
Dates: June 24 and June 26 (T/Th)
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost: $60 ($125 if Part 1 and Part 2 are both taken)

ENDGAME: Close like a Grandmaster Series - Part 2
This camp is for the experienced chess player and led by Chess Club coach Mrs. Portillo. In this camp, end game will be the focus. Learn to close like a grandmaster chess player. Students will receive a Chess shirt and certificate of completion. A snack will be provided. Discounted cost of $125 for both levels of Grandmaster.
**Must have chess playing experience**
Grades: Entering 3 - 8 max. 22 students
Dates: July 21, July 23, July 25 (MWF)
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost: $85 ($125 if Part 1 and Part 2 are both taken)

Additional Offerings

Positively Chic
Girls, join Mrs. Ellis and Mrs. Bailey for this is 4 day journey that is designed for you to explore your creativity while connecting with friends. Each day the girls will spend time curating keepsakes that represent their unique personalities and imagination. Beyond creating something beautiful, this workshop will foster a sense of accomplishment, community, self-confidence, and encouragement. Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Girls entering 4 - 6. max 18 girls.
Dates: June 9 - June 12
Time: 12:45 pm - 2:45 pm
Cost: $55

STEM through Literature (Full Day)
Students will read a variety of STEM themed books (picture books, nonfiction books, graphic novels and chapter books) with Mrs. Moncrief & Mrs. Gonzalez. They will write in a variety of genres in response to our reading. There will be math and science activities that correspond to the book/STEM themes. Some examples of activities are: Making oobleck and conducting experiments with it. Designing a spaceship to land on an ocean of oobleck. Research animal habitats and island ecosystems and create a model. Camouflage a robot for a specific habitat/ecosystem. Solve puzzles related to book themes. Following simple recipes. Taking measurements and recording data. Students will need to bring a lunch.
Grades: Entering 1 - 8 max. 24 students
Dates: June 16 - June 19
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost: $210

STEM through Literature (Half Day - morning)
Students will read a variety of STEM themed books (picture books, nonfiction books, graphic novels and chapter books) With Mrs. Moncrief & Mrs. Gonzalez. They will write in a variety of genres in response to our reading. There will be math and science activities that correspond to the book/STEM themes. Some examples of activities are: Making oobleck and conducting experiments with it. Designing a spaceship to land on an ocean of oobleck. Research animal habitats and island ecosystems and create a model. Camouflage a robot for a specific habitat/ecosystem. Solve puzzles related to book themes. Following simple recipes. Taking measurements and recording data. Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Entering 1 - 8
Dates: June 16 - June 19
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $105

STEM through Literature (Half Day - afternoon)
Students will read a variety of STEM themed books (picture books, nonfiction books, graphic novels and chapter books) with Mrs. Moncrief & Mrs. Gonzalez. They will write in a variety of genres in response to our reading. There will be math and science activities that correspond to the book/STEM themes. Some examples of activities are: Making oobleck and conducting experiments with it. Designing a spaceship to land on an ocean of oobleck. Research animal habitats and island ecosystems and create a model. Camouflage a robot for a specific habitat/ecosystem. Solve puzzles related to book themes. Following simple recipes. Taking measurements and recording data. Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Entering 1 - 8
Dates: June 16 - June 19
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Cost: $105

Human Video Drama
Come experience this performance art blending storytelling, dramatic acting, and human movement to convey a message rooted in Scripture with Mrs. Wiegartz. No experience is necessary. Participants will need to wear comfortable, stretchy clothing and socks. Bring a water bottle and snack.
Grades: Entering 3 - 8 max. 15 students
Dates: July 7 - July 10
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $40

God's Galaxy Art Camp
Explore different mediums and art styles as we consider God’s amazing creation with Mrs. Cantrell. “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1 Each day of this 3 day camp we will create 2 different art pieces, make our own space themed snacks and dig into God’s Word to see the truth about how our universe was created. Enjoy a space themed outdoor activity. Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Entering 1 - 4 max. 12 students
Dates: July 15 - July 17
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $50

Ready Set Code Camps

Design & Print your own Desk Pet
Explore advanced 3D printing by designing your own desk pet. Students will enhance their CAD skills and discover techniques for creating colorful and functional prints using an AMS 3D printer. Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Entering 1 - 2
Dates: June 23 - June 26
Times: 9:00-11:00 am
Cost: $175

Build & Code Your Own Model Plane
In this course you will assemble a mini plane and a speaker, adding sound effects and playing your own songs as you control its flight. Students will take their project home at the end of class, with the cost included in the total fee. Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Entering 3 - 5
Dates: June 23 - June 26
Times: 9:00-11:00 am
Cost: $175

Operation Panda: Coding Adventure with mTiny
Join Operation Panda and embark on coding adventures with the mTiny robot. As students solve fun challenges alongside mTiny, they'll develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while exploring the basics of programming. Get ready for a thrilling adventure in the world of coding! Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Entering 1 - 2
Dates: June 23 - June 26
Times: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Cost: $150 + $50 option to keep your robot

Coding Essentials: Mission to Mars w/Codey Rocky using Block Code/Phyton
Embark on an exciting space-themed adventure as you navigate the Martian surface with Codey Rocky! In this course, students will learn the basics of programming through block-based coding and Python, guiding Codey Rocky on thrilling missions across the red planet. As they tackle fun challenges, young explorers will develop essential problem-solving skills and gain hands-on experience with coding. Students will need to bring a snack.
Grades: Entering 3 - 5
Dates: June 23 - June 26
Times: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Cost: $150 + $50 option to keep your robot

Circuit Scribers
Sketch circuits with Circuit Scribe - a pen that draws with conductive ink, no wires or metal soldering required. Students will learn how electronics work as they draw and redraw low-voltage circuits interacting with LEDs, buzzers, DC motors, switches, sliders, and more!
Grades: Entering 1 - 2
Dates: July 21 - July 24
Times: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Cost: $150

Build and Code your own Finger Piano
Unleash your inner inventor with the Finger Piano! In this hands-on class, students will explore the basics of circuits and sound by creating their own unique musical instrument. They'll learn how to assemble a working piano using simple materials, sparking creativity and problemsolving skills. Students will take their project home at the end of class, with the cost included in the total fee.
Grades: Entering 3 - 5
Dates: July 21 - July 24
Times: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Cost: $175

Coding with Minecraft 101
Combine the creativity of Minecraft with the power of coding! Students will learn to program within the Minecraft environment, using simple coding concepts to build and interact with their virtual worlds.
Grades: Entering 1 - 2
Dates: July 21 - July 24
Times: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Cost: $150

Design & Print your own Multi-Color Print
Explore advanced 3D printing by designing multi-color objects. Students will enhance their CAD skills and discover techniques for creating colorful and functional prints using an AMS 3D printer.
Grades: Entering 3 - 5
Dates: July 21 - July 24
Times: 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Cost: $175