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SUMMER 2017

Questions? Contact Dionne Brelsford at 412-578-7533 or [email protected]

WT Summer Camp Rocks!Our dynamic learning environment challenges and guides camp-ers to become confident and creative thinkers who are excited about learning and achievement. At our City Campus, we offer unique courses, experiences, and programs for students entering grades 6-12. Options range from sports to music, from art to engineering, from robotics to mathematics, and so much more. WT’s innovative faculty members develop and teach many of these outstanding academic and enrichment programs. In ad-dition, well-known organizations and program partners in and around the Pittsburgh community create camp programs, giving young adults a chance to learn from the experts. Our camp ex-periences are designed to promote learning, growth, adventure, and FUN!

Please refer to our program descriptions for more information.

n Half- and full-day programs

n NEW in 2017! Roundtrip transportation provided from WT’s North Hills Campus and from Aspinwall each day.

n Fees vary by camp

n Lunch: If attending a full day camp, camper must bring a bagged lunch

Register online: www.winchesterthurston.org/summercampRegistration deadline: May 1, 2017

Space is limited. Please register early.

Cancellation Policy: All summer camp offerings are subject to minimum and maximum enrollment. In the event of cancellation, Winchester Thurston will attempt to notify families in advance and refund the entire course fee. If a camper must cancel and cancellation is received 21 days prior to the class start date, you will receive a full refund (less a $20 non-refundable season registra-tion fee). If cancellation is received less than 21 days, but at least seven days prior to the camp start date, you will receive a 50% refund of the camp cost. There is no refund for cancellations received less than seven days before the camp start date.

Questions? Contact Dionne Brelsford at 412-578-7533 or [email protected]

Register online: www.winchesterthurston.org/summercamp

WT Summer Camp 20176 7 8 9 10 11 12

Driver’s Education Classroom Theory

Camp Pittsburgh: Extreme Adventure

Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, AM (week one of two)

Animal Behaviors Lab

En Plein Air Art Studio

Pre-Calculus (week one of six)

Backstage Pass Rock Band Camp

WEEK ONE: JUNE 5-9

WEEK TWO: JUNE 12-16

Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, PM (week one of two)

GRADE LEVEL

Make Your Mark Engineering Workshop (week one of two)

#LIT Music Camp with Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K. (week one of two)

Camp H20

Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, AM (week two of two)

Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, PM (week two of two)

Writer's Workshop: City Journal

Senior Golf Clinic

VEX IQ Robotics

Pre-Calculus (week two of six)

WEEK THREE: JUNE 19-23

Make Your Mark Engineering Workshop (week two of two)

Pre-Calculus (week three of six)

WEEK FOUR: JUNE 26-30

#LIT Music Camp with Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K., PM (week two of two)

WT MD: Medical Health Sciences Lab

FANatics Sports Camp

Food Glorious Food - Pittsburgh

Archeology Lab

Shark Tank v.WT

22 Hoops Basketball Skills Development Program, AM

22 Hoops Basketball Skills Development Program, PM

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Pre-Calculus (week four of six)

Magician's Clinic: Tricks of the Trade

Painter's Studio



Bio Lab: Dissections

Fundamentals of Personal Finance & Volunteer Service Corps



WEEK FIVE: JULY 10-14

NO COURSES OR PROGRAMMING DURING THE WEEK OF JULY 3

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Pre-Calculus (week five of six)

Outdoor Adventure

WEEK SIX: JULY 17-21

Sports of All Sorts Workout

Physics Lab (week one of two)

Pre-Calculus (week six of six)

WEEK SEVEN: JULY 24-28

Camp H20

Modding with Minecraft & Mobile Game Design

Cycle A Century

Fun Fore All Golf Clinic

Physics Lab (week two of two)

Clay Studio

Digital Recording Workshop

Coding for Girls

Skateboarding Camp

JavaScript and Movie Making

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Sharpen Your Algebra Skills (week one of two)

WEEK EIGHT: JULY 31- AUGUST 4

Film Forum: Focus Pittsburgh

Train Your Brain Workshop, AM

Earth, Air, Fire, and Water Art Studio

Pittsburgh Explorers: Urban Active

Coding for Girls

Summer Olympians - Percy Jackson Adventure

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Sharpen Your Algebra Skills (week two of two)

WEEK NINE: AUGUST 7-11

Guitar Jam: Songwriting, Improv, Performance Workshop

IMPROV & Acting Workshop

Beyond Train Your Brain Workshop

WT Fashion Runway

Movie Maker's Apprentice: Special Effects Workshop

Cycle A Century

College Application Seminar, AM

NAUI Open Water SCUBA Diver Course

6 7 8 9 10 11 12


WT Summer Camp 20176 7 8 9 10 11 12

Driver’s Education Classroom Theory


Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, AM (week one of two)

Animal Behaviors Lab

En Plein Air Art Studio

Pre-Calculus (week one of six)


WEEK ONE: JUNE 5-9


Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, PM (week one of two)

GRADE LEVEL

Make Your Mark Engineering Workshop (week one of two)

#LIT Music Camp with Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K. (week one of two)

Camp H20

Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, AM (week two of two)

Speech I: The Art of Public Speaking, PM (week two of two)

Writer's Workshop: City Journal

Senior Golf Clinic

VEX IQ Robotics

Pre-Calculus (week two of six)


Make Your Mark Engineering Workshop (week two of two)

Pre-Calculus (week three of six)


#LIT Music Camp with Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K., PM (week two of two)

WT MD: Medical Health Sciences Lab

FANatics Sports Camp

Food Glorious Food - Pittsburgh

Archeology Lab

Shark Tank v.WT



6 7 8 9 10 11 12

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Pre-Calculus (week four of six)

Magician's Clinic: Tricks of the Trade

Painter's Studio



Bio Lab: Dissections

Fundamentals of Personal Finance & Volunteer Service Corps




NO COURSES OR PROGRAMMING DURING THE WEEK OF JULY 3

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Pre-Calculus (week five of six)

Outdoor Adventure


Sports of All Sorts Workout

Physics Lab (week one of two)

Pre-Calculus (week six of six)


Camp H20

Modding with Minecraft & Mobile Game Design

Cycle A Century

Fun Fore All Golf Clinic

Physics Lab (week two of two)

Clay Studio


Coding for Girls

Skateboarding Camp

JavaScript and Movie Making

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Sharpen Your Algebra Skills (week one of two)

WEEK EIGHT: JULY 31- AUGUST 4

Film Forum: Focus Pittsburgh

Train Your Brain Workshop, AM

Earth, Air, Fire, and Water Art Studio

Pittsburgh Explorers: Urban Active

Coding for Girls

Summer Olympians - Percy Jackson Adventure

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Sharpen Your Algebra Skills (week two of two)


Guitar Jam: Songwriting, Improv, Performance Workshop

IMPROV & Acting Workshop

Beyond Train Your Brain Workshop

WT Fashion Runway

Movie Maker's Apprentice: Special Effects Workshop

Cycle A Century

College Application Seminar, AM

NAUI Open Water SCUBA Diver Course

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Registration deadline: May 1, 2017


PROGRAM OPTION I:

Driver’s Ed — Classroom TheoryPROGRAM OPTION II:

Driver’s Ed — Classroom Theory and Behind-the-Wheel InstructionStudents ages 15 1/2+ can take advantage of the convenience of this Driver’s Ed Classroom Theory Program at WT’s City Campus. Start the summer off right as you prepare yourself for your upcom-ing driver’s test. Whether in the classroom or on the road, young drivers will benefit from thorough training. And parents may even enjoy a discount on insurance as a result—an amazing return on your investment!

Here is what we will cover in the classroom theory portion of your training:

n Passive restraint systems, air bags, and anti-lock braking systems

n Occupant kinematics (the science of crash testing)n Reaction distance, braking distance, and total

stopping distancen Effects of natural forces on a car in motion, including

centripetal force, centrifugal force, and frictionn Study of the Implied Consent Laws, Driving Under the

Influence (DUI) penalties, Blood Alcohol Content, etc.

WEEK ONE: JUNE 5-9


n “Driver’s License Compact” (DLC)- used to exchange information concerning license suspensions and traffic violations of non-residents and forward them to the state where they are licensed

n Highway signage, road signs, pavement markings, etc.n Interpretation and applicationn Construction zonesn The Pennsylvania point system, point distribution,

and removaln Graduated licensing and pedestrian safety, such as the right-

of-way of pedestrians in crosswalksn Discussion of taking the permit test and road testn Introduction of “House Bill 10” in Pennsylvania and what it

means to the teen population in PAn Reactions to funerals, emergency vehicles, and

railroad crossings

The 30-hour theory course is required along with six hours of Behind the Wheel driving instruction for the benefit of insurance reduction. To par-ticipate in the classroom theory course, the student does not have to be 16 years of age and does not need to have a learner’s permit. Once the student is 16 years of age and obtains a PA learner’s permit he or she may call to schedule the six hours of on-the-road driving instruction (given in four 90-minute appointments to total six hours).

Grades: 10, 11, 1211:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Program Option I: Classroom Theory fee: $190.00

Program Option II: Classroom Theory and Behind-the-Wheel Instruction (four 90-minute lessons scheduled at student convenience)

fee: $550.00**Combined program includes insurance certificate Lead Instructor: Cindy Cohen School of Driving, LLC - Celebrating 60 Years of Service

WEEK ONE: JUNE 5-9


WEEKS TWO - SEVEN: JUNE 12-JULY 28

Pre-CalculusTake advantage of this opportunity to get ahead in math! All registered students must prove successful completion of Algebra 2 and Geometry. This course provides students with an applications-oriented, investigative curriculum in which they analyze complex situations and use technology to solve problems and enhance their understanding of mathematics. Problem contexts provide an introduction to the mathematics used in engineering, the physical and life sciences, business, finance, and computer science. Mathematical topics include mathematical modeling; properties of functions and their graphs; and an in-depth study of classes of functions including exponential, logarithmic, circular, polynomial, and rational functions. This course lays a foundation to support future course work in mathematics, including Calculus and Statistics.

Grades: 10, 11, 12June 12 through July 28, from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Six week program, Monday-Thursday (no class Fridays, and no class during the week of July 3)(total of 120 hours of classroom instruction)*Students will earn credit and a letter grade, which will appear on their transcript, for this course. Students must earn a grade of C or higher to progress to the Calculus 1 (AP Calculus AB) course.

fee: $1,180.00 (does not include program textbook)

Program Instructors: WT Upper School Math Faculty

*Registration is subject to the recommendation and approval by WT Math Faculty.


Backstage PassRock Band Camp

Campers will bring their own instruments to form a band and rehearse songs of their choice. The experience will end with a live performance at the Hard Rock Café. Mentored by a profes-sional musician with extensive recording and stage experience, campers will build confidence as they improve their technical proficiency and stage presence.

This camp is for ambitious musicians and performers looking for an intensive week of practice and a chance to rock out in front of a live audience under the spotlight of a premier stage. All campers will walk away with the experience of a lifetime and a recording of their epic gig.

Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Daniel Marcus, WT Performing Arts Teacher, and professional composer, producer, guitarist, and vocalist

WEEK TWO: JUNE 12-16 OR WEEK FIVE: JULY 10-14


Speech I: The Artof Public Speaking

This program offers an additional opportunity for WT students entering grades 10, 11 and 12 to fulfill graduation requirements and to accelerate academic achievement.

Open to tenth, eleventh, and twelfth graders, this course is de-signed to train students to speak confidently and competently in a public forum. It offers both theory and practice in all areas of oral expression. General areas of study are speech delivery, speech composition, persuasion, effective listening, and group discussion. Required for graduation.

Grades: 10, 11, 12SECTION 1: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.SECTION II: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.TOTAL COURSE LENGTH: 10 sessions / 40 hours of classroom instructionTRANSCRIPT INFORMATION: 2 earned credits; Students will earn credit and a letter grade for this program. This information will appear on the student transcript.

fee: $450.00

Program Instructor: Barbara Holmes, WT Upper School Performing Arts Teacher

Each course will run with a minimum of 5 students and a maximum of 10 students.

WEEK TWO - THREE: JUNE 12-23

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Camp Pittsburgh:Extreme Adventure

Spend this amazing week with us as we celebrate summer by enjoying the many pleasures and adventures that Pittsburgh has to offer! We will spend our days appreciating experiences and activities that range from visits to Kennywood and Sand-castle to bouldering, bouncing, biking, hiking, kayaking, climb-ing, skating, and exploring Pittsburgh’s hidden treasures!

Activities will be determined by the weather…but not to wor-ry…rain or shine you will never forget this week of fun at WT Summer Camp 2017! We will finish our week with a collage contest of photos from our adventures and fun.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $400.00

Lead Instructor: Adam Brownold, WT Social Studies Teacher and Athletics Coach

WEEK TWO: JUNE 12-16 OR WEEK FIVE: JULY 10-14


Animal Behaviors LabDo you love animals? Do you love science? Animal-crazy and scientific campers, you will enjoy a week observing and provid-ing enrichment for WT’s resident and guest animals on campus. We will also enjoy site visits to the zoo, aviary, and Animal Res-cue League. Campers will have the opportunity to learn about a wide variety of amphibians, birds, fish, invertebrates, mammals, and reptiles and how they interact with their environment. We will conduct independent research and design an experiment about animal behavior to share with the class at the end of our week together.

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Kristen Hannan, WT Science Teacher



En Plein AirArt Studio

Enjoy the outdoors while creating beautiful landscape paint-ings in this painting workshop! En plein air is a French term meaning outdoors/in the open air. Painting en plein air is es-sentially about observing and painting subjects from life out-doors. This practice increased in popularity in the nineteenth century after the invention of tubes for oil paint. We will visit a different park every day and learn to compose landscapes us-ing the oil technique. Just like the nineteenth century Impres-sionists, we will concentrate on capturing the subtle impres-sions of the qualities of light and atmosphere.

Each day we will focus on tools and technique while also learn-ing about composition, drawing and editing. Course artists will also learn about color mixing, brushwork, and paint quality. We will share our work and perspectives with fellow artists.

WT will provide the expert instruction, transportation, can-vases, brushes, and paints…you will provide the talent, inter-pretation and vision to create your own unique works of art to display proudly in your home!

Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 129:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Michele Farrell, WT Visual Arts Teacher


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Make Your Mark:Engineering Solutions to Real-World Problems

Inventor Nikola Tesla stated, “I do not think there is any thrill that can go through the human heart like that felt by the inventor as he sees some creation of the brain unfolding to success...”

When inventions are created to solve important problems and to help people in need, the thrill is exponentially greater. How will you make your mark? This summer course is designed to fuse aspects of the Maker Movement with engi-neering and design principles. Student inventors will gain skills in the areas of CAD modeling, 3D printing and scanning, problem-solving and collaboration, design and engineering, and presenting ideas.

Working in small groups, students will collaborate with each other and a mentor to design products that positively affect people. Students will learn CAD model-ing and each group will have a 3D printer at their disposal. Utilizing a human-centered approach to the engineering cycle, students will receive user- based feedback on their designs. The main goal is to iterate their products as many times as possible. A final “pitch” to the class, parents, and professionals will highlight each group’s journey coupled with a demonstration of their product.

2016 program mentors/partners included:• Doctors Without Borders• Occupational and Physical Therapists• Bike Pittsburgh• Prosthetics/Orthotics Designers

New program mentors/partners will be introduced in 2017.

Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 128:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Pitch Presentations on June 30 from 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.(two week - 40 hour course)

fee: $525.00

Lead Instructor: Graig Marx, WT Science Department Chair, STEM Program and Research Coordinator and 2015 Carnegie Science Center Teacher of the Year Award recipient

WEEKS THREE-FOUR: JUNE 19-30 WEEKS THREE-FOUR: JUNE 19-30


WEEK THREE: JUNE 23-27WEEKS THREE-FOUR: JUNE 19-30

#LIT Music Camp withHip-Hop on L.O.C.K.

Over the last forty years, hip-hop has evolved from a movement in in-ner-city streets to a force with prevalent role in our mainstream culture. Although rap and hip-hop were once considered the language of urban neighborhoods, we can no longer deny that elements of hip-hop have also become a part of our larger society’s culture and language. This camp will track the evolution of hip-hop’s elements into mainstream America by studying its rhetoric in real-world experiences. Through a partnership with Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K., we will examine rap lyrics as poetry; we will also develop an understanding that rap is an evolution of poetic structure and form. We will have hands-on experience examin-ing rhetoric through interaction with disc jockeys, emcees, b-boys, and graffiti artists. Students will work together with a guest producer to cre-ate and record a song at ID Labs, the same studio Wiz Khalifa and Mac Miller have recorded in. If you love music and language, look no more. This will be one lit summer experience! #LITmusiccamp

About Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K.

Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K. is an award-winning arts education and mentor-ing program that employs Hip-Hop as a tool to educate and empower youth K-12 through Leadership Development, Organizational Skills, Co Operative Economics and Knowledge of the music business.

This program is implemented by each student being given an executive position of a mock record label to create a music CD project from con-ception to completion. Additionally, the students will produce and di-rect their own music video. Upon completion of Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K., students receive a certificate of completion followed by a live perfor-mance where students display their work in front of friends, family and the entire community. Upon completion of Hip-Hop on L.O.C.K., the graduates will have a full understanding of the art of Hip-Hop, as well as the entry-level skills needed to operate a business of their own.

Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 121:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (2 week - 30 hour program)

fee: $450.00

Lead Instructor: Patrice Alaquiva, WT Associate Director of College Counseling

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Camp H2O:Summer fun and adventure on the water!

Campers join the crew of Steel City Rowing Club for a week-long Allegheny River adventure. After learning about boat and water safety, we will take to the water each day in kayaks and canoes to explore a new aspect of the river valley ecosystem.

Campers will investigate indicators of a healthy habitat along the river bank, take a Sycamore Island trek to explore 14 acres of reclaimed habitat on an uninhabited river island, and ex-plore Plum Creek in Dark Hollow to learn about the Allegh-eny River Watershed.

As the summer day heats up, we will spend the afternoon frol-icking in the water as we swim, paddleboard, and try out a real “single” sculling boat! We will spend the bulk of the day at the waterfront club. Campers will depart from WT each morning by 9:15am and will return in time for pick-up at 4:00 p.m. All campers should pack a lunch and a snack daily, and bring a swimsuit, beach towel, and a change of weather-appropriate clothes each day. It’s recommended also to bring a water bot-tle, hat or visor, sunscreen, and insect repellant.

Let’s row!

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Steel City Rowing Club Coaches and Faculty

WEEK THREE: JUNE 19-23 OR WEEK SEVEN: JULY 24-28

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Writer’s Workshop: City Journal

This unique writing adventure will be certain to please writers who want to improve skills while engaging in new experiences and making new friends. This weeklong intensive writing course has been created to stimulate creativity, reflection, self-expression and enthusiasm for writing!

Have you ever wondered how authors get ideas for their writing? They do so by experiencing, observing, engaging, notetaking, and reflection. Themes, relationships, and experiences inspire writing!

Young poets and writers will have the opportunity to create po-ems, stories and non-fiction pieces in a variety of settings. Each day of our writing adventure, we will visit a unique Pittsburgh lo-cation and will follow a different path and theme. Themes may include drama, nature, fantasy, graphic novels, history, and sports.

Our site visits each morning will engage students in physical and cerebral activities that are designed to support writing activities and assignments when we return to campus each afternoon to re-treat, write, revise, write, revise, and write more in a relaxed and fun environment! Prompts, constructive feedback, and voluntary readings will round off our time together each day.

By the end of our creative week together, students will leave with their own chapbook and inspiration to continue expressing thought and ideas through the written word!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Elizabeth Lamitina, WT Middle School Language Arts Teacher


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Senior Golf ClinicAttention all Upper School golfers – have we got a camp for you! Campers will enjoy time practicing, and refining golf skills while enjoying time outdoors with fellow golf enthusiasts! The morning will start with campers of all ability levels working on swing mechanics and mental and physical conditioning. Coach-es and special guests will focus on corrective drills and practicing techniques related to driving, pitching, putting, club selection, and the art of the game. Each afternoon will be spent on a dif-ferent WPA golf course!

Campers must wear collared shirts and khaki pants. They should bring their own putter, driver, wedge, balls, and golf bag. It’s rec-ommended that they also bring a water bottle, sunscreen, and money for lunch.

Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 129:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Adam Brownold, WT Social Studies Teacher and Athletics Coach



VEX IQ RoboticsDesigned for Middle School students, this program will en-gage students in science, technology, engineering, and math-ematics (STEM).

Young engineers will learn key concepts of machines and mo-tions and will build and program with VEX IQ Robots. Stu-dents will build their first robot by connecting and pairing the controller and the robot brain, and by using other VEX parts such as gears, axles, beams, and wheels. They will learn how to program using fundamentals of RobotC, a C-based pro-gramming language used to command a robot, which includes the use of conditional statements, Boolean operations, loops, variables, functions, and how to use sensor feedback to con-trol the robot’s motion. Students will work in pairs and use their acquired knowledge and creativity to design or change their robots, and create programs to complete several VEX IQ Challenge Games.

This course is an integrated learning experience that allows students to learn, apply, and test several concepts in a real world environment while having fun working in a team and solving different challenges every day.

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.fee: $375.00


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WT MD: Medical Health Sciences LabThis science enrichment program is ideal for the camper who is interested in learning more about health sciences, anatomy and physiology, and the wide range of career possibilities that exist in the field of health care. We will explore important is-sues and current topics in health care. Each day will involve different expert guest speakers and site visits to local institu-tions and facilities that focus on health sciences.

All campers will leave this week’s experience with CPR and First Aid Certifications and/or refresher updates as well as new knowledge linked to emergency health care, hematology, sports medicine, surgery, orthopedics, and more. We will enjoy hands on experiences, tours, and activities that will result in science education and fun.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Bev Jones, RN, WT School Nurse




FANaticsSports Camp

Take Me Out to the Ballgame! Let’s Go Pens! Here We Go Steelers! GLORY, GLORY PITTSBURGH RIVER HOUNDS!

This week of sports and adventure will focus on the profes-sional and collegiate sports that are prevalent in Pittsburgh.

We will play, tour, watch, participate, and create projects linked to Pittsburgh teams and Pittsburgh sports. Daily activi-ties will include conditioning, skills and drills, games, behind-the-scenes tours, skating, and more. We will celebrate and explore black and gold and beyond!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Adam Brownold, WT Social Studies Teacherand Athletics Coach


Food Glorious Food – Pittsburgh Edition

Pittsburgh is one DELICIOUS city and this camp will prove this statement beyond a doubt! Our city has such a rich his-tory that links to culture and food.

Under the leadership of our City as Our Campussm Direc-tor, Adam Nye, we will explore the neighborhoods and the food that make Pittsburgh unique and fabulous! During this weeklong intensive exploration of our city, we will visit impor-tant historical sites, markets, restaurants, bakeries, ice cream shops, candy factories, and more! Our travels will take us to destinations in The Strip, Bloomfield, South Side, North Side, Squirrel Hill, and beyond.

We will balance consumption with physical activity and will also take time to bake, cook, and create following unique-to-Pittsburgh recipes that we can share with family and friends.

This camp experience is designed to encourage a sense of ad-venture to try new things and to foster a better understanding and respect for the amazing tastes, smells, textures, and history of our city!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Adam Nye, Director of City as our Campus


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Archaeology LabYou are really going to DIG this weeklong intensive explora-tion of Archaeology and how the past links to the present…and the future!

Our days will consist of a perfect combination of lab time, site visits, expert discussions, and hands on activities that will in-clude art, science, and technology. We will use chemistry to learn how to date artifacts. We will study and create pottery from different periods in history. We will use 3D printers and technology to design stamp impressions in clay. We will en-gage in activities and challenges that put our newly acquired knowledge to the test!

Our experiences will include visits to the Kelso Museum of Near Eastern Archaeology, Carnegie Museum of Natural His-tory, and dig sites in Western Pennsylvania.

Topics of discussion will include but not be limited to: • The work of archaeologists • Cultural diversity• The importance of preservation and exploration• Interpreting shapes and symbols through Archaeology

This week of science, adventure, learning, and exploration is designed to leave a lasting impact on your young archaeologist and to inspire continued inquiry to learn more about the past so that you can make a difference in our future.

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Dr. Lynn Horton, WT Upper School Science Teacher and Girls Soccer Coach


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Shark Tank v.WTWe are all creators and inventors! This Shark Tank camp experience will give you the chance to explore and enhance your ideas, talents, and skills!

During this week long intensive creative incubator, students will get a chance to come up with an invention concept, prototype that con-cept, and develop a sales pitch around the new concept/product to solve a problem or challenge in everyday life.

The final element and culminating experience for our campers will be the opportunity to deliver a pitch to a special panel of WT Bear Sharks for feedback.

We will utilize tools in WT’s Middle School RAPID Lab including 3D printing to develop our ideas. This camp experience offers a great opportunity to push your creativity and thinking!

Perceive. Imagine. Think. Rethink. Design. Redesign. Create. Grow!

All of this will happen at WT Shark Tank Camp!

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: David Piemme, WT Middle School Technology Teacher and Athletics Coach


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WEEK FOUR: JUNE 26-30 OR WEEK FIVE: JULY 10-14

22 Hoops Basketball Skills Development Program

Take advantage of this opportunity to take your basketball skills and fitness training to the next level this summer at WT!

Our daily skills, drills, and play time will focus on ball control, proper shoot-ing footwork and balance and technique to improve agility, decision-making, leadership, and good team play.

This program will focus on offensive and defensive play and will challenge athletes to grow physically and mentally while enjoying play time with friends and new teammates.

About Our Leader and Coach, Jason Matthews

Jason was heavily recruited to play collegiate basketball. Ultimately it was John Calipari (now head coach at the University of Kentucky) who convinced Jason to join the University of Pittsburgh and a very special recruiting class — Darelle Porter, Bobby Martin, Sean Miller (now head coach at the University of Arizona), and Brian Shorter. These freshmen went on to be named one of the all-time Top 5 Recruiting Classes in NCAA history. Jason held NCAA, Pitt, and Big East records for 3 point field goal percentage and free throw per-centage. He was named to the Big East All-Freshman Team and was selected 3 times to the All-Big East Team. Scoring over 1,800 points at the University of Pittsburgh, Jason ranks #6 on Pitt’s All-Times scoring list.

For more information, please visit www.22Hoops.com.

Section I: Grades 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Section II: Grades 9, 10, 11, 122:00 – 5:00 p.m.fee: $250.00

Lead Instructor: Jason Matthews, 22 Hoops


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Magician’s Clinic: Tricks of the Trade

Take advantage of this opportunity to add some magic to your life!

Magician apprentices will work closely with Weird Eric, a professional local magician and educator, to learn the skills and knowledge necessary to perform basic stage illusion tricks that have been performed by famous magicians. This camp will combine instructor presentation, step-by-step explanation, hands-on instruction, group practice sessions, and individual performance.

Campers will assume a stage name and will have the chance to dazzle an audience at the end-of-program magic performance.

Upon successfully completing the camp, magicians will have the necessary tools to not only perform several small and big illusion magic tricks, but also to personalize these tricks with performance style and flair!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Weird Eric, WT’s Favorite Magician, Educator, and Program Partner


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Painter’s StudioWelcome to the Painter’s Studio!

During our time in the studio we will explore traditional technical skills in color theory and the translation from life, to drawing, to painting. Young artists will learn to apply these skills to their individual artistic visions and create finished works of art including traditional still life paintings and self-portraiture.

We will learn the skills required to stretch our own canvas, refine our sense of color, and will build a vocabulary for discussing great works of art. We will spend time in the Carnegie Museum of Art galleries and will discover master artists and master works to help us understand and inspire our efforts in the studio.

We will have the indulgent advantage of extensive studio time to develop finished pieces. Demonstrations will lead to independent work time with one-on-one instructor support and constructive feedback from fellow young artists. This program is designed to build your skill sets using traditional methods, preparing you to continue your personal practices through life.

Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 129:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Lauren Wilcox, Artist and Educator


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Bio Lab: DissectionsThis intensive lab experience offers a hands-on, interactive op-portunity for young scientists to learn about the proper process-es, tools, and investigation and observation recording processes required for thoughtful and meaningful dissections.

We will focus on safe and accurate lab skills as we work with slides, microscopes, lab equipment, and dissecting tools to sup-port our study of unique specimens.

Young scientists will get up close and personal with organisms such as an earthworm, a frog, perch, grasshoppers, crayfish and a rat. Additional specimens may be added as the week progresses.

Each morning, Upper School Biology Teacher Nicole Nesbitt will guide students through a process of research, discovery, dis-section, and experimentation as we add a new dimension to our study of life sciences and biology. Mornings will be devoted to focused demonstrations, discussion, and lab time.

Our afternoons will include adventures to local institutions for behind-the-scenes access, tours, and observations at the Pitts-burgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, the National Aviary, and the Carnegie Museum.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to enhance your study of biology this summer!

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 129:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Nicole Nesbitt, WT Upper School Science Faculty


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Fundamentals of Personal Finance &

Volunteer Service CorpsOur full day program will combine elements of fiscal and social re-sponsibility. Our mornings will be devoted to classroom discussion and activities that focus on personal finance and our afternoons will be spent off campus working with community organizations and vol-unteering our time to have impact on our community.

This personal finance segment each day will educate, inspire, and empower students to make sound financial decisions for life. Based on Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace School Curriculum, discussion and exercises will take place linked to: Saving Money and Building Wealth, Negotiating Great Deals, Establishing a Budget that Works, Identifying and Understanding Different Types of Investments, The Dangers in Debt, and Becoming an Aware Consumer. This course could be a “game-changer” for any Middle School Student!

Afternoon service programs and connections will focus on animals, the environment, the aging, children, and homelessness and hunger. Activities will be diverse and we will take time for physical activities that will engage, rejuvenate and promote wellness and mindfulness.

Our goal is to inspire campers to make smart decisions that will have an impact on their finances and the role that they play in making our world a better place.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Peter Carslon, WT Summer Camp Program Partner


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Sports of All SortsWorkout

This uber-active camp experience will focus on fitness and fun. Each day we will explore and play sports while focusing on skills and drills unique to team and individual sports.

We will spend time in the gym, on the athletic field, at the track, at local courts and courses, and beyond.

Sport selection will include tennis, golf, dek hockey, basketball, beach volleyball, whiffle ball, Ultimate Frisbee, racquetball, kickball, dodge ball, soccer, flag football, and more. We will spend balanced time indoors and outside and will discuss the role of nutrition and balance in an athlete’s life.

Our goal will be to focus on the rules of the game, equipment selection, teamwork, and the importance of physical condi-tioning to support performance and strength.

Let’s work out!

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Coach Mark Haffner, Certified Teaching Proand AFAA Certified Personal Trainer


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Outdoor AdventureLooking for a chance to challenge yourself while having fun in the outdoors? This day camp experience will offer the chance to conquer ropes courses, hike a hidden urban trail, canoe on the river, kayak in a lake, hike in the woods, master a climbing wall challenge, swim and play beach volleyball, zip on a line, and so much more! As we explore the environment we will get our hands dirty tying knots, building fires, and actively commu-nicating. The group will work together to solve problems and help each other be the best “self” we can be! We will spend the bulk of our days at local ropes courses, trails, parks, and more.

Our week together will end in an ultimate challenge and feast on Friday afternoon. Ready … Set … Go!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Nicole Nesbitt, WT Upper School Science Facultyand Outdoor Enthusiast


Physics LabThis hands-on physics course will take basic physics textbook concepts and bring them to life!

Under the guidance, supervision, and inspiration of Dr. Bemer, we will explore forces and linear motion, two-dimensional and periodic motion, energy transformation, matter/wave interac-tions, and electricity and magnetism through experiments and exercises.

Special focus will target the physics behind balloons and rock-ets. We will use 3D printers, circuit boards (arduinos), and technology tools to measure and report details linked to tem-perature, mass, force, and density.

This summer course offers the chance to experiment and ex-plore physics in greater depth. A certificate of completion will be issued to all students who successfully complete this non-credit enrichment experience.

Grades: 7, 8, 98:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (40 hours of instruction and experiments)

fee: $525.00

Lead Instructor: Keith Bemer, Upper School Science Teacher

WEEK SIX - SEVEN JULY 17-28

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Coding for GirlsLet’s use our amazing female problem-solving minds to learn the basics of coding and explore solutions to real-world problems through technology!

During this intensive one-week course, we will work individually and in groups to learn basic coding and scripting in Python – a multipurpose programming language that has become a favorite of software developers across the globe. We will also learn about Java in Processing.

Our instructors and mentors will work to educate, inspire, and equip campers with confidence, skills, and resources in order to help them solve real world problems and challenges.

Students will leave this intensive week with:• New skills and knowledge linked to coding and problem-solving

through simulations.• Connections – This course will work to establish quality peer

relationships that are important for the continued pursuit of knowledge and technology skills. Campers will meet industry experts and participate in presentations and talk-backs led by women who are making a difference in technology-related fields in our city. We will participate in several site visits linked to our topics of focus. This will offer the opportunity for our campers to make connections with potential future career and academic mentors and advisers.

• Inspiration to take our knowledge and skills to the next level.

WT Coding for Girls Camp is for beginners with little to no coding back-ground or knowledge. We will work with you to build this knowledge!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Katherine Sickler, WT Upper School Computer Science Teacher

WEEK SIX: JULY 17-21 OR WEEK EIGHT: JULY 31-AUGUST 4


Skateboarding CampBalance, push, kick, drop, and ride! This camp will focus on the basics of skateboarding and the importance of knowing your equipment, skill-level, and technique. Campers will have the opportunity to personalize their equipment, learn about the parts of their board, equipment, and maintenance, and create their own unique skater identity.

A portion of the day will be spent on campus learning about the sport of skateboarding and researching famous moves and skaters. The rest of the day will be spent visiting different in-door and outdoor skate parks in the area and gaining access to local trainers and experts in the sport. In addition, camp-ers will enjoy lots of board time and practice, practice, prac-tice. Each day will include a new challenge, activity, and game linked to the sport of skateboarding.

The local skate parks that the group will visit all offer beginner areas for novice riders, plus more advanced equipment such as mini ramp half-pipes and vertical ramp half-pipes, plus bowls, and other unique areas for practice. Campers will learn in a group and one-on-one setting.

While fun will be the focus, safety will also be of utmost con-cern! All campers must have their own board, helmet, and pads in order to participate.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructors: Peter Carslon, WT Summer Camp Program Partnerand Upper School Skaters



JavaScript and Movie Making Workshop

This camp is designed to introduce middle school students to JavaScript programming and teach them how to create dynamic web pages that include videos produced by the stu-dents themselves.

Students will learn the fundamental skills of computer pro-gramming by creating and manipulating different types of variables, using conditional and loops statements, creating and using several types of functions, and learning how to use JavaScript libraries to perform advanced tasks by adding a few lines of extra code to their program. They will also learn how to create a basic HTML web page to visualize their programs on a web browser, and link different elements to it.

Students will record and produce several videos or slide shows, edit them with movie editing tools, and incorporate them in their final work. The movie editing tools will allow students to add elements such as titles, transitions effects, music, and narration. By mastering the basic concepts of Ja-vaScript programming, HTML documents, and creation of videos, students can let their imagination run to produce a variety of fun projects to share with friends and family while leaning programming skills and integrating technologies in a real world environment.

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.fee: $375.00


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Modding with Minecraft& Mobile Game Design

Each morning, young technology enthusiasts will learn real coding and add their own custom touches to the Minecraft experience! In this program, you will be introduced to the Ja-vascript (JS) programming language and explore how it can be used to create your very own Minecraft Mods (Modifications) that you’ll love to share with friends!

Each afternoon, we will work on Mobile Game Design Skills. Campers will create a game that can played anywhere! This is your chance to create and publish a game you and your friends can play on any mobile device. Students will use special soft-ware (GameSalad) designed to allow the creation of complex games using a visual, drag and drop interface. Once students finish their games, they will have the ability to publish them so they are available for play on iPhone, iPad, Android Devices, Kindle, and Nook.

Our lunch break will focus on time outdoors and physical ac-tivity each day. Let’s create, explore, and play!

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Shawn Walk, NBCT, Owner Hi-Tech Learning


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Cycle a Century Trail Adventure on WheelsRIDE ON! Campers will spend their days exploring the region on a bike! Each day will involve cycling 20+ miles by tak-ing advantage of routes designed by Bike Pittsburgh cycling experts. Campers will also learn valuable information about bicycle safety and maintenance. Each camper will receive his or her own repair kit to keep after their camp adventure.

Campers will navigate many of the traffic-free biking paths and designated low-traffic routes within the city. Daily routes will include treks through Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods and in-teresting pit stops along the way.

Active campers will bring their bikes and helmets to campus on Monday morning and will log more than 100 miles on local trails by Friday afternoon.

Our focus will be on safety and fun, while logging the miles that we need to reach a Century Ride!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Peter Carlson, WT Program Faculty

WEEK SEVEN: JULY 24-28 OR WEEK NINE AUGUST 7-11


Fun Fore AllGolf Clinic

Attention all young, aspiring golfers – have we got a camp for you! Campers will enjoy time learning, practicing, and refin-ing golf skills while enjoying time outdoors with fellow golf enthusiasts! The morning will start with campers of all ages and ability levels working on swing mechanics and mental and physical conditioning. Coaches and special guests will focus on corrective drills and practicing techniques related to driving, pitching, putting, club selection, and the art of the game. Each afternoon will be spent on a different WPA golf course!

Campers must wear collared shirts and khaki pants. They should bring their own putter, driver, wedge, balls, and golf bag. It’s recommended that they also bring a water bottle, sun-screen, and money for lunch.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Daniel Marcus, WT Performing Arts Teacher



Clay StudioLet’s get fired up…about clay! This week-long art immersion experience will explore the exciting world of clay though an array of projects! We will learn and practice building and fin-ishing techniques to create unique and personal pieces. Camp-ers will throw clay on the wheel to create a variety of ves-sels that focus on centering the clay, opening up the clay, and bringing up the walls of the clay to an even thickness. Once these skills are mastered, we will learn to trim the vessels and adhere handles to our completed works of art. In addition, we will focus on hand building methods (slab, coil, pinch pots).

Supplies, instruction, and resources will be plentiful! Camp-ers should arrive with creative vision and the energy that it will take to throw, pinch, mold, paint, glaze, create, and finish! Our experience will include several field trips to local art orga-nizations for additional instruction and inspiration

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Mary Martin ’88, WT Visual Arts Teacher




Calling all guitar players and music enthusiasts! Join us at WT this summer for a weeklong intensive celebration of guitars, music and creativity. We will focus on some of the guitar legends and songwrit-ers in history who have left their mark on different genres of music.

We will focus on guitar maintenance and all campers will have the opportunity to play a different style of guitar from their own. All campers should arrive with their own guitar but will have access to acoustic, electric and bass guitars to experiment, learn and play. We will also experiment with different amplifiers, guitar tones, and effects pedals.

Musicians will learn how to digitally record guitar tracks using elec-tric and acoustic guitars. We will work in the orchestra room to prac-tice, play and compose individually and as a group.

We will also spend creative time in the lab where we will use technol-ogy to manipulate and add our tracks to recorded songs. All talent will leave this week of creative performance time with 2-3 finished recorded unique songs to release and share!

Special field trips will be organized as we visit and learn from local experts in the guitar world and live music performance venues.

Take advantage of this quality time to take your playing and art to the next level with WT’s guitar instructor and professional musi-cian, Jeff Ellsworth.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Jeff Ellsworth, WT Guitar Instructor and Professional Musician


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Sharpen YourAlgebra Skills

– A Refresher Course in AlgebraTake advantage of this opportunity to refresh and accelerate your academic achievement in math as you enter Upper School.

This course helps students represent and analyze mathematical situations through the use of algebraic symbols to represent and explain relationships and to solve problems.

Students will use tables, graphs, and equations to represent linear and non-linear relationships and will become proficient at sim-plifying expressions and solving equations and systems of equa-tions. Various methods of solving quadratic equations will also be covered.

In order for us to make the most of our time together, evening practice work will be assigned.

This summer refresher course gives 9th Grade Math Students the rocket fuel they need to start off their Upper School Math Path with a boost!

Grade 9 Only10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.(10 sessions / 20 hours of classroom instruction)

fee: $400.00

Lead Instructor: Michael Davidson, WT Upper School Math Teacher

This course will run with a minimum of 6 students and a maximum of 12 students.

WEEK EIGHT - NINE: JULY 31-AUGUST 11


Summer Olympians– Percy Jackson Adventure

Here it is, Middle School Demigods – Your chance to chal-lenge your knowledge of Percy Jackson and Greek Mythology!

This summer enrichment program takes our exploration of Greek Mythology to a new level of excitement, exploration, and challenge. We will get up close and personal with Gods and Goddesses, campers, hunters, spirits, centaurs, and mon-sters through challenges, site visits, story-telling, special guests, and more. Our adventures will take us off campus to muse-ums, libraries, and parks. We will learn about sword-fighting and forging and will use our time to explore Greek-themed projects, activities, and myth-writing. Campers will work to-gether to solve mazes, to decode messages, and to capture the flag! Our adventures as demigods and goddesses will work to achieve the common goal of increased confidence, knowledge, and power – all for good!

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Weird Eric, WT’s Favorite Magician, Educator,and Program Partner

WEEK EIGHT: JULY 31-AUGUST 4

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Film Forum:Focus Pittsburgh

Did you know that Pittsburgh has starred in more than 120 films and television shows since 1990? Not only does the film industry help to boost our local economy, but it also showcases the beauty and dimen-sion of our beautiful city and promotes tourism!

Movie enthusiast campers will learn fun-facts about Pittsburgh movies (filming started in our city in the early 1900s!) and will explore locations that have been featured in films such as “Night of the Living Dead,” “Striking Distance,” “Inspector Gadget,” “Flashdance,” “Dogma,” “Angels in the Outfield,” “Lorenzo’s Oil,” “Wonder Boys,” “The Dark Knight Rises,” and more!

We will visit with leaders from the Pittsburgh Film Office, Steeltown Entertainment, and Pittsburgh Filmmakers, and will have the oppor-tunity to participate in a special custom tour with the Pittsburgh Tour Company.

We will enjoy movie screenings in unique locations and behind-the-scenes access at movie theaters and beyond.

This week will be full of facts, memories, games, and will offer a different perspective on our fabulous city!

Camera! Action! Pittsburgh!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Adam Nye, Director of City as Our Campus


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Train Your Brain Workshop

Learning How and Why You Learn Best

Middle School is a big change — whether you feel like you could use a head start or are a current Middle School student interested in discovering how you learn best, this camp is for you! Students will learn how their adolescent brains process information and discover their personal learning preferences to help them become more successful, confident students.

In each half-day session, students will explore different orga-nizational strategies and study skills so that they can learn and be at their best for the independence of Middle School and beyond. In addition, the group will work to improve compre-hension in all content areas and apply these skills to summer reading novels. Collaboration and engagement are the key to optimal learning and will be at the core of each day’s activities. Learning can be fun! Take advantage of this opportunity to grow and to become a stronger student!

Grades: 6, 7, 89:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.fee: $190.00

Lead Instructor: Gina Kilpela, Learn to Learn Tutoring



Earth, Air, Fire, andWater Art Studio

Artists should take advantage of this opportunity to engage with the elements and to create one-of-a-kind works of art using metal, glass, wood, clay, and more.

Under direction and inspiration from professional artists and instructors, Mary Martin ’88 and Trish Morris, campers will learn to enamel on metal, create glass beads, try their hand at jewelry stamping, work with leather and clay, and blacksmith and work the wood shop.

We will become familiar with the work of local artists and visit local studios where professionals are creating, displaying, cel-ebrating, and selling their work.

There will be no lack of artistic inspiration and resources. This camp is your canvas and your oyster – it is an experience like none other offered in our city!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 109:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructors: Mary Martin ’88, WT Visual Arts Teacherand Trish Morris, WT Program Partner



Pittsburgh Explorers:Urban Active

Adventurers should take advantage of this opportunity to engage high energy explorers – register now! This is your op-portunity to experience our city’s trails, stairways, rivers, and parks like never before.

We will cycle, tour, climb, golf, bowl, hike and paddle our way through the week. With Peter Carlson as the instructor, guide, and inspiration behind this unique week of physical ex-cursions, campers will stay active while exploring Pittsburgh sites, enjoying unexpected experiences, and getting a good workout with new friends.

This weeklong adventure will be full of surprises, activity and challenge, unique exposures, and memorable experiences!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Peter Carlson, WT Program Faculty



Guitar Jam: Songwriting, Improv and Performance

WorkshopThis week of intense exploration of lyrics and music will appeal to young musicians who wish to better understand music and to refine stage presence and performance skills.

We will explore many different genres of music and will take a trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum on our “Camp Hump Day – August 9.” Campers will take advantage of guitar and voice instruction each day and inspiration will be provided for lyric writ-ing and music composition.

We will work with accessible and easy to navigate technology tools to produce and record our music to share our songs with family and friends.

The program offers a great opportunity to collaborate, share, per-form and grow with other talented, passionate young musicians.

Write. Play. Sing. Perform.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 109:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (August 9 schedule will be 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Dante Romito, WT Guitar Instructor and Professional Musician


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Improv & Acting Workshop

This intensive, creative teen workshop for the self-motivat-ed theater student, gives participants an opportunity to take charge of their own production. Emphasis will be placed on more advanced script-writing techniques, character develop-ment, improvisational skills, and production design.

This workshop will include advanced theater acting exercises and improvisation games, playwriting, rehearsal, set construc-tion, costume design, and sound/lighting design.

The week will culminate with late afternoon public perfor-mance of the campers’ original play.

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 129:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $400.00

Lead Instructor: Gemini Theater Company Faculty



Beyond Train Your Brain Workshop:

Strategies to Succeed Beyond Your Best in High School

High school requires self-motivation, management skills, and ana-lytical thinking in order to be successful. It is the stage for you to showcase your abilities while you prepare for what you choose to do beyond high school. This camp is packed with strategies for actively engaging in note taking and studying so that you approach your classes with a renewed confidence and vigor.

This course is designed with the high school student’s schedule in mind. We will meet for three half days of thoughtful learning, collaboration, and practical applications to meet the demands of high school. Students will learn about the unique teenage brain, define their optimal learning style, and leave with strategies they can employ on the first day of freshman year through senior year. If your goal is to be your best in high school, this is the place to start!

Grades: 9, 109:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, August 7-9fee: $135.00

Lead Instructor: Gina Kilpela, Learn to Learn Tutoring



WT Fashion RunwayLet’s work it! This hands-on full-day, full-week immersion course will focus on the basic elements of fashion and design. We will create our own unique sketches and wearable art by focusing on sewing skills and embellishments and modifications that differentiate your work from the work of others.

Students will learn about big name international designers as well as designers who are making their living in fashion in the Pittsburgh area.

We will spend time off campus as we visit local boutiques and shop for supplies for our projects. We will also have the opportunity to host special guests who will share hair and make-up secrets that are used behind the scenes by stylists to make models look extra fabulous on the runway.

Campers will create their own fashion portfolios and investigate dif-ferent ways to pair colors, fabrics, and textures.

We will also discuss current fashion trends and how they compare to past trends and try to imagine the future of fashion.

Campers will participate in fashion challenges that have been inspired by the popular television series hosted by Heidi Klum and the week will be full of surprises led by our Fashion Leader, Marie Sauret.

We will enjoy our own version of a Funway/Runway show on Friday afternoon. Fashion has never been so much fun!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 109:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Marie Sauret, WT Camp Faculty


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Movie Maker’s Apprentice:Special Effects Workshop

Are you looking for an opportunity to be creative while learning new skills? This week of program and instruction will stretch your imagination and skills, and will provide you with material to start your movie-making portfolio!

Through interactive, hands-on training, students will learn basic tips linked to make-up and we will experiment with mask making, fake wounds, bruises, burns, bullet holes, and scars. Daily themes will focus on superheroes, ani-mals, zombies/vampires, age and character development, mystical creatures, and disguises. We will use media to inspire our projects and will take time to explore special effects and the importance that lighting, props, costumes and music play in creating the ultimate sensory experience for the movie-goer.

Campers will also design and create movie style props and costumes after a trip to a local thrift store to gather materials (WT will provide guidelines and a small shopping budget for each camper) that can be repurposed.

Campers must not be afraid to experiment and to get dirty. Campers must dis-close any skin conditions or allergies on the camper medical form. This camp program is not recommended for students with Latex allergies.

Each day will offer the perfect combination of learning, experimenting, de-signing, and celebrating the creative process involved with special effects and the behind-the-scenes skills required in movie-making!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 99:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $375.00

Lead Instructor: Eric Costello, WT Program Partner, Professional Magician,Educator, and Movie-Maker


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College Application Seminar

Take advantage of the long days that summer has to offer and get the bulk of your college application process underway!

In this session, you can start and complete your common appli-cation, draft and polish your essay, conduct a mock admissions committee meeting, practice interviewing techniques, and have the opportunity to receive feedback from an admissions counselor at Carnegie Mellon University.

Grade 12 Only9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.fee: $200.00

Lead Instructor: Patrice Alaquiva, WT Associate Director of College Counseling

WEEK NINE: AUGUST 7-11 WEEK NINE: AUGUST 7-11

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NAUI Open WaterSCUBA Diver Course

Your underwater adventure begins! Imagine watching the water level move up your mask as you slowly go below the surface — and continue to breathe! It’s the most exciting feeling imaginable and yours when you become a NAUI Scuba Diver!

Scuba Diver is our entry level scuba certification course during which you will learn the fundamental knowledge and skills to safely scuba dive in open water.

Our mornings will be spent on campus with classroom and theory instruction in our science labs. We will venture off campus for lunch each day and will spend the afternoon at the pool.

Your will learn about dive equipment, the science of diving, responsible diving practices, and the environment. You will also learn many skills in the water with practice time for your safety and comfort; and ultimately will need to complete your training with a minimum of four open water dives post-camp. All students must complete the full week camp program before scheduling open water dives. The course will taught in part by WT Science teacher Peter Frischmann (NAUI Rescue Diver) as well as instructors from Pittsburgh Scuba.

After completing this camp and follow-up dives, you will be safe and free to ex-plore and discover the many wonders of the underwater world…and, you will have earned a NAUI Scuba Diver certification card – the most respected diver certification card in the world.

Come on and dive in…a lifetime of fun, adventure, memories, experiences, and new friends awaits you!

Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 129:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.fee: $550.00

Lead Instructor: Peter Frischmann, WT Science Teacher; Pittsburgh Scuba Faculty


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