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Community Programs
This resource guide lists programs and opportunities for students in our community. |
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The West Irondequoit Central PTSA offers up to six $100 scholarships for students participating in math, science and technology activities during the summer of 2010. Students must be enrolled at Dake Junior High School or Irondequoit High School for the fall of 2010. Many of the offerings below qualify for the scholarships. Applications are due May 7, 2010.
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West Irondequoit Central School District Community Education Programs available this summer for toddlers to teens! We have music, theater, photography, ceramics, bowling, computers, and babysitting. Visit our Web site for complete details of programs available. |
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Rochester Institute of Technology ImagineIT: DesignIT Workshop Girls in grades 7-11 March 20-21, 2010
The workshop is designed to open the eyes of young women to the pervasiveness of computing in everyday lives and to an engaging spectrum of creative computing activities including 3D programming, problem solving, design and soft skills |
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Rochester Institute of Technology RoboWeekend http://mabl.rit.edu/roboweekend Students in Grades 6-10 January 23-24, 2010 Additional dates may be added. This weekend event is meant to create a solid foundation in the science and programming involved in robotics. The introductory class is geared towards students with little to no exposure to robotics and Lego Minstorms NXT kits. Soon more classes will be offered which will build upon this foundation. |
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University of Rochester - Rochester Scholars Program www.rochester.edu/college/osp/youth.html 585-275-2344 Students in grades 9-12 Rochester Scholars Juniors Students in grades 6-8
Programs are offered during the February and April school recess weeks and during the summer.
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| The Rochester Scholars Programs offer a wide variety of classes, many of which explore math, science and/or technology. Students sign up for specific classes. Scholarships are available. |
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Irondequoit Public Libraries http://www.libraryweb.org/irondequoit/ Programs for children and adults throughout the year.
Pauline Evans Branch Helen McGraw Branch 45 Cooper Road 2180 East Ridge Road 585-336-6062 585-336-6060 |
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Odyssey of the Mind National Web site:
www.odysseyofthemind.com/
Grades 4-12
Odyssey of the Mind is an international educational program that provides creative problem-solving opportunities for students. Kids apply their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting their own interpretation of literary classics. They then bring their solutions to competition on the local, state, and World level. Thousands of teams from throughout the U.S. and from about 25 other countries participate in the program. Teams form in the fall and work to create solutions to proposed problems.
West Irondequoit Coordinator: Amy Herbert / 585-342-8195 |
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Rochester Institute of Technology - College and Careers 2010 http://www.rit.edu/emcs/admissions/careers/index.php 585-475-6631 Students in grade 11 (2009-10) July 23 & 24 and August 6 & 7, 2010
Students have the opportunity to attend four workshops to learn about a variety of career choices and may experience campus life by staying in a dorm and using in the dining hall. Parents may also attend sessions to learn about RIT. |
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NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Education Summer Camps www.dec.ny.gov/education/29.html 518-402-8014 Ages 12-17 One-week sessions, July & August 2010
This residential camp program consists of a variety of workshops and activities which are designed to help campers become more aware of the environment around them. The activities and workshops, a blend of learning and recreation, are conducted outdoors providing the camper with direct hands-on experience with their environment. |
| Earth Science students and their families might enjoy a variety of day trips in our area. WICSD science teachers have compiled a list which can be found at www.westirondequoit.org/ihs/Science/EarthScience/day_trips.htm |
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The programs listed below were held in summer 2009. Many of these groups will offer similar programs this summer, and in some cases, during the school year. We will update the entries as information becomes available.
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University of Rochester Pre-College Experience in Physics for Women in Science 585-275-5306
Girls currently in grades 9 & 10 July 6 - 29, 2009
Learn about the laws of physics and engineering through team projects. Develop lab skills and investigate how physics concepts relate to real life. Interact with scientists in a range of fields and careers and have fun with other women interested in science. There is no fee for this program. Application deadline: April 30, 2009 |
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Rochester Institute of Technology Kids on Campus 585-475-5987
Students entering grades 5-12 Two 2-week sessions, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (additional 3-5 p.m. option) July 6 – July 31, 2009
Students enroll in specific workshops focusing on cutting-edge topics involving computers, science, math and technology. Activities include swim/recreation time. |
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Everyday Engineering Science Camp http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/women/index.php?we=events 585-475-6321
Girls entering grades 4-7 Two weeks - July 6-17, 2009 Girls entering grades 4-10 One week – July 20-24, 2009 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. – extended day available
Hands-on activities to open students’ eyes to the engineering that is all around us. |
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Rochester Institute of Technology - We Build http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/women/WE_Build083_flyer.pdf 585-475-6321 Girls in grades 4 & 5 April 25, 2009
Learn how engineers design and create! |
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Infotonics Science Camp at Nazareth College www.naz.edu/dept/chemistry/summercamp.cfm 585-389-5125
Students entering grades 4-9 One-week camps July 6 – 31, 2009 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Each week focuses on a different scientific investigation. Lots of hands-on experience.
Program is offered in conjunction with Penn State University. |
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Camp Invention / CAMP-CREATE The Harley School 800-968-4332 Students entering grades 1-6 August 3-7
A national program that seeks to instill creative problem-solving and critical-thinking skills that will encourage children's future success. |
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Monroe Community College Summer College for Kids http://www.monroecc.edu/depts/kids/ 585-292-2650 Students entering grades 1-6 Three 2-week sessions in July & August 2009 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Program offers a blend of educational and recreational activities. |
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Monroe #1 BOCES Bathysphere Underwater Biological Project (BUBL) 585-473-7112 Students entering grades 7-9 Three 1-week sessions during July 2009 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Students will work in virtual underwater laboratories conducting both environmental and ecological studies, visit the Powder Mill Fish Hatchery, and spend a day aboard a research vessel on Seneca Lake.
Application deadline: June 25, 2009 |
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4-H Career Explorations Conference http://nys4hevents.pbwiki.com/ At Cornell University 607-255-0896 Students entering grades 8-12 June 30 – July 2, 2009
Program offers a hands-on introduction to careers in science and educational opportunities provided by Cornell University. |
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Rochester Museum and Science Center Family Programs 585-697-1942 http://www.rmsc.org/Experiences/FamilyPrograms/
Summer 2009 programs: Ages 6-15 Half-day and full-day sessions at the museum on East Avenue and full-day sessions at the Cummings Nature Center covering a variety of topics. |
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University of Rochester - Office of Special Programs and Part-Time Studies The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) www.rochester.edu/College/OSP/apply/yea_app.html 585-272-3535 The Young Entrepreneurs Academy is a groundbreaking nine-month program that guides students in grades 6-12 through the process of starting a real business, including business plan development, designing a logo and company identity, pitching to an investor panel, obtaining funding, launching the venture, managing media campaigns, developing e-commerce channels and websites, and attending sales events and trade shows. These are real companies! Students actually register their businesses at the County Clerk’s Office, open bank accounts, file tax returns, and have the opportunity to make real profits. The class meets once a week, from September to May, at the University of Rochester’s River Campus. A limited number of scholarships are available. |
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Allendale Columbia School Summer Programs 2009 http://www.allendalecolumbia.org/page.cfm?p=53 585-381-4560 Ext. 235
Students ages 4-18 years
One-week camps on a variety of topics |
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iD Tech Camps www.internaldrive.com/index.htm
Ages 7-17
Overnight summer computer camps at college locations around the country. |
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Eastman School of Music Eastman Community Music School http://www.esm.rochester.edu/community/ 585-274-1400
Classes cover a variety of disciplines and age groups. |
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Rochester Broadway Theatre League 585-325-7760
Check out the Education Outreach link. |
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Summer Camps and Programs at Colleges in NYS www.summeroncampus.com/index.html
Ages 8-18
Many colleges offer summer programs for younger students. Visit the Web site to learn about some of the commuter and residential programs at colleges throughout NYS. |
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Genesee Valley Parent Magazine publishes an annual guides on a variety of topics including family resources, education and summer activities. |
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The West Irondequoit Central School District provides this information as a guide for parents but cannot endorse any programs. |
