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Band Lessons for Beginners
2025-2026 School Year Grade 4 (Fall 2026 Grade 5) Instructor: MS Band Director Jay Downie Get a jump start on middle school band all before the school year begins. By taking lessons in the summer students will learn the fundamentals of playing a band instrument. Lessons will start at the basics with how to properly assemble their instrument, making a proper sound and become familiar with the first several pages in their method book. Method books are required as part of MS Band and they can be purchased at the beginning of summer lessons from the instructor. If a student did not participate in the band tryout sessions mid-April and are still interested in joining band a tryout session can be scheduled with the instructor before the end of the school year. If a current middle schooler, grade 5-8, has not participated in band previously they could enroll in these lessons in preparation of joining band this upcoming school year. Please Note: If students are using a personal instrument instead of renting from Eckroth Music, please make sure it is in good working order prior to lessons beginning so that your students has the best experience. -
Build & Code Lego Robotics Camp, Gr. 4-8
Every participant will build and program their own robot to complete fun challenges, including navigating mazes, following winding paths, sensing and avoiding obstacles, creating simple mechanisms, and even performing a robot dance. Students will explore, experiment, and create using coding blocks, LEGO Technic parts, sensors, motors, and the programmable LEGO Spike Prime hub. This class is perfect for kids interested in LEGO League or looking to develop their robotics and programming skills. -
Child & Babysitting Safety Program
Instructor: Ariane Bromberg The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from the American Safety and Health Institute offers comprehensive training to ensure safe and successful babysitting. It covers everything from starting a babysitting business to essential safety, caregiving, and first aid practices. Upon completing the course and meeting the core learning objectives, students receive a certification valid for two years, and instructions to access a digital copy of the Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) Student book. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. -
Clay Bead Jewelry
Instructor: Annette Bohnsack Join this 2-session class to design and create your own one-of-a-kind polymer clay beads, then turn them into beautiful custom bracelets. The possibilities for color and design are endless! -
Creative Canvas, Gr. 2-8
Grades 2-8 Instructor: Annette Bohnsack Unleash your creativity in this fun and engaging painting class. Over the course of two sessions, artists will explore basic acrylic painting techniques, including blending, layering, and adding texture to bring their masterpieces to life. With step-by-step guidance from Annette, participants will work on a themed painting, building their skills and confidence along the way. All materials are provided—just bring your imagination and a willingness to create! No prior experience is needed, just a love for art and a desire to learn. Join us for two fun-filled sessions and take home a beautiful acrylic painting to showcase your artistic talents! -
Friday Night Out
Grades 1-6Instructor: Marlee Cates Give your kids an unforgettable Friday night while you enjoy some well-deserved time to yourself! Drop them off for an evening packed with fun—swimming, snacks, and a movie with friends.The night begins with an exciting splash in the pool, followed by a snack to refuel. After swimming, kids will settle in for a kid-friendly movie in a relaxed, fully supervised environment. It’s the perfect balance of active play and wind-down time. Please have your child arrive dressed for swimming and bring a towel. After pool time, they may change into comfortable clothes. Pillows and blankets are welcome for extra coziness during the movie. Parents must check in their child upon arrival. Early drop-offs are not permitted, and pre-registration is required. This session’s movie: Shrek Once upon a time, in a far-away swamp, an ogre named Shrek finds his quiet life turned upside down by a group of fairy-tale characters. Rated PG. Sign up today—space is limited to 50 students! Please pick-up and drop off: Performing Arts Center Lobby, PAC Door -
Home Alone
Instructor: Ariane Bromberg Is your child prepared for the responsibility of staying home alone? This class empowers children with the confidence and skills needed to handle being home alone, whether it's just for an hour or throughout the day during summer breaks. Our comprehensive curriculum includes: age-appropriate guidelines, establishing safe habits and house rules, structuring after-school routines, managing phone calls and unexpected visitors, emergency protocols for pets, personal safety and unexpected situations handling, gun safety awareness, preparing for severe weather and fire emergencies, intruder alertness, and basic first aid techniques. Students attend this class independently and should come prepared with a notebook and pen. Parents are encouraged to review the take-home information and discuss it with their child. -
Jazz Band - Middle School
Grades 6-8Do you love jazz and rock music? Looking to join a vibrant music ensemble? Explore this exciting middle school extracurricular activity!Participants are expected to attend 95% of rehearsals. Performances include the 7th & 8th grade band & choir concerts on December 15 and May 4, as well as the Annual DC Jazz Fest on April 25.High School Band Room (ENTER Main HIGH SCHOOL) -
Merch Lab: T-Shirts, Stickers, Buttons
Instructor: COR Robotics Turn your creativity into something you can wear and share! In Merch Lab, students will design their own T-shirts, stickers, and buttons using the same digital art tools that real designers use. Throughout camp, participants will learn how to bring their ideas to life on screen, experiment with bold colors and unique styles, and watch their creations transform into real, take-home merchandise. Each camper will receive a custom T-shirt and a full set of stickers and buttons featuring their designs, making this camp the perfect mix of art, technology, and hands-on fun. Whether you’re an aspiring artist or just love creating cool stuff, Merch Lab is your chance to show off your style and walk away with one-of-a-kind gear! -
Minecraft Engineering Challenge
Instructor: COR Robotics Take your Minecraft skills to the next level with Minecraft Engineering Challenge, the ultimate STEM-powered sequel for fans of the game! Students will dive into the world of Redstone to design circuits, build logic gates, and optimize resource pipelines while sharpening problem-solving and systems thinking skills. The camp builds toward an exciting “Engineering Olympics,” where participants put their creations to the test in timed challenges that reward both creativity and efficiency. This camp offers a hands-on way to explore real engineering concepts inside the game kids already love—perfect -
Ms. B's Ice Cream Science
Instructor: Ms. B Get ready for a sweet blend of science and fun! In Ice Cream Science, youth will explore the cool chemistry behind one of their favorite treats. Through hands-on experiments, they’ll learn how ingredients transform into ice cream, discover the role of temperature and salt in freezing, and see science in action as they stir and mix their way to delicious results. After making their own batch, participants will enjoy tasting their creations together—and the best part? They’ll take home their homemade ice cream to share with family and friends. -
Ms. B's Little Einsteins
Instructor: Ms. B Welcome to Little Einstein's Lab, where curiosity bubbles over and science fizzes to life! In this hands-on, high-energy course, young scientists will explore the wonders of chemistry using the scientific method to guide their wild investigations. This session transforms ordinary household items—like baking soda, vinegar, milk, soap, and food coloring—into spectacular experiments that pop, fizz, foam, and surprise. -
Ms. B's STEM Exploding Paint Rocket Art
Get ready to mix science with splatter! Explore the explosive reactions behind color and motion while designing vibrant works of art. Through safe, guided experiments, students will learn the basics of chemical reactions and pressure dynamics—all while launching paint bombs that create stunning abstract masterpieces. This course is a blast—literally! -
Ms. B's Sparkle & Sprinkle: 4th of July Cake Pops
Instructor: Ms. B Celebrate Independence Day with a burst of creativity and sweetness! In Sparkle & Sprinkle: 4th of July Cake Pops, youth will roll, dip, and decorate their very own cake pops in patriotic style. Using red, white, and blue shimmers, sprinkles, and edible glitter, each cake pop becomes a dazzling treat that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Participants will learn simple cake pop techniques, experiment with colorful designs, and create festive treats perfect for the holiday. At the end of class, everyone will take home their decorated cake pops to share with family and friends—adding sparkle to any 4th of July celebration. -
Music Tech & Beatmaking
Instructor: COR Robotics Unleash your inner music producer in Music Tech & Beatmaking! This creativity-first camp introduces students to the world of digital music production as they craft drum patterns, bass lines, and melodies, then arrange loops into full tracks. With simple tools and beginner-friendly techniques, students will also learn basic “mastering” skills to give their songs a polished, punchy sound. By the end of camp, everyone will walk away with their own exported tracks to share with friends and family—making this the perfect blend of technology creativity, and self-expression through music. -
RC Wars
Instructor: COR Robotics In RC Wars, teams of students will build their own Remote Control vehicles to race and battle against other teams. Students will need to design their vehicles to not only be faster and stronger than other teams’ creations, but also better than purchased RC Cars and Drones! RC Wars will feature land and air races, obstacle courses and more as students learn mechanical and electrical building skills in an energetic and exciting environment. -
Robot Coding Camp, Gr. 5-8
Learn how to program a LEGO Spike Prime robot in Python using PyBricks, a versatile yet user-friendly coding platform that’s great for beginners. This class introduces the basics of text-based programming and shows how code can control sensors, motors, and robot movement. Participants will explore the structure of a Python program, work with variables and functions, and learn how to use logic and simple debugging techniques to improve their code. As their skills grow, students will apply what they learn to real robot challenges such as navigating paths, responding to sensors, and completing tasks. Along the way they will experiment with reading sensor data, controlling motors, creating movement functions, and even using keyboard controls to drive their robots or build simple multiplayer robot games. This hands-on class is a great opportunity for students interested in robotics and coding to build problem-solving skills while learning how programming brings robots to life. -
Robotics: Summer Skills Development, Gr. 8-11
Grades 8-11Instructor: Robotics Mentors Patrick Schuette & Sandy Stertz The robotics season kicks off in December, but students can sharpen their skills over the summer to prepare for next year’s FIRST Robotics competition. FIRST Robotics blends the thrill of sports with the challenges of science and technology. Within strict rules, limited time, and constrained resources, student teams must fundraise, develop a team brand, refine teamwork skills, and design, build, and program industrial-sized robots to compete in a challenging field game. Join D-C's Robotics mentors this summer to get a head start on the competition! -
Youth Theatre Mini-Camp (YTC)
Instructors: FungusAmongus Players Take a peek behind the curtain at this two-day theatre mini-camp! Students will broaden their knowledge of essential theatre skills through a rotation of interactive classes led by local experts. Topics will include dance choreography, character development, set design, and more! Students will learn firsthand what it takes to bring a production to life. Camp activities will be featured in a slideshow and displayed this summer during FungusAmongus’s production of Newsies, giving participants the chance to see their work showcased in a real community theatre performance.