KCD | Week 5: July 8-12, 2024

Exponential Expansion of Advanced (ACT/SAT/ERB) Vocabulary: ROCK THE TESTS!: Session I (Grades 6th-9th)

This course will involve nothing less than an assault on several professional study guides for ACT/SAT/ERB vocabulary. We will engage in a myriad of creative games and exercises that will aid in burning these words indelibly into our minds. The books we use offer excellent visual mnemonic devices, making learning difficult words much less painful than a standard vocabulary text. Included: FUN BOOK FOR 2021! Vocabulary Cartoons, by the Princeton Review, and ROCK THE SAT, a CD of songs that incorporate the hot 200 SAT/ACT words into catchy, easy-to-remember pop/rock songs (all materials provided by the instructor).

Again this year we will be using the very popular rock music component! Rock The SAT makes learning high-stakes testing vocabulary as easy as listening to your mobile device. I will provide the songs, and students will be able to import them into their iTunes for listening well beyond the week of class! Believe it or not, this class is actually FUN.

Please Note: Should you wish to enroll your child in both this course and the accompanying afternoon course(s) I offer, I will gladly supervise the lunch hour here at school. Students will need to bring their own lunches each morning. Refrigeration is available.

Instructor: Clark Pollitt
Dates: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)

Time: 9 – 11 am

Grades: Entering 6th-9th
Tuition: $265
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Polished Essay Composition in the Digital Age: Session I (Grades 6th-9th)

Using the tremendous technological tools now at our disposal, we will immerse ourselves fully in the writing process, learning the fundamentals of excellence in essay writing. We will pay special attention to the art of self-editing and revision, which will require students to begin to understand writing as a process, rather than a product. Students will produce at least one and possibly two complete essays within our week of work. No homework will be required, but I will offer p.m. digital assistance for any motivated students who want to work and night to go the extra mile!

Please Note: Should you wish to enroll your child in both this course and the accompanying morning course(s) I offer, I will gladly supervise the lunch hour here at school. Students will need to bring their own lunches each morning. Refrigeration is available. Please also look at the full-day English camp option to save money.

Additional Supplies Needed: all supplies provided (STUDENTS SHOULD BRING THEIR CHROMEBOOKS OR LAPTOPS TO CLASS ALL WEEK!)

Instructor: Clark Pollitt
Dates: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)

Time: Noon – 2 pm

Grades: Entering 6th-9th
Tuition: $245
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English Reading Comprehension and Grammar: Session I (Grades 6th-9th)

We will divide the class evenly, working on honing both our reading comprehension and essential English grammar skills. Students will learn and practice strategies for discerning and retaining key information when reading academic texts, and we will review the fundamental grammar knowledge middle school students need to be strong technical writers and to succeed on standardized tests like the ERB, ACT, and SAT.

Instructor: Clark Pollitt
Dates: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)

Time: 2:15 – 3:30 pm

Grades: Entering 6th-9th
Tuition: $215
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English Immersion Week: Session I (Grades 6th-9th)

This full set of classes is the most popular option for the motivated English student. Classes fill each year, and students love the full-day experience. Some call it English Camp, and many come back for multiple years of learning and fun. Including all-day/lunch supervision and Friday trip to The Paddock Shops for a celebratory lunch. Please email me (clark.pollitt@kcd.org) with any questions and register early to ensure a spot.

Instructor: Clark Pollitt
Dates: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)

Time: 9 am – 3:30 pm

Grades: Entering 6th-9th
Tuition: $595
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Pretests for AP Calculus AB: Session I (Grades 10th-12th)

This class will take student through the three worksheets and three pretests that are required for entry into AP Calculus AB. Right now they can do this any time starting the spring before the course begins and ending at the 6-weeks of the course. This will allow students to finish everything during the summer with supervision from Dr. Goldberg.

Instructor: Michael Goldberg
Dates: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)
Time: 9 am – Noon
Grades: Entering 10th-12th
Tuition: $165
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Lower School Basketball Camp (Grades JK-4)

Come join Coach Wilkinson at KCD's fun-filled Basketball Camp designed for our Lower School students. Our camp is designed to accommodate all abilities and skill levels. Campers will learn and develop basketball skills including dribbling, passing and shooting. We will incorporate basketball skills into fun drills and games. Join us this summer to meet new friends and have a great time together.

Instructor: Adam Wilkinson
Dates: July 8-11 (Mon.-Thurs.)
Time: 9 am – Noon
Grades: Entering JK-4th
Tuition: $170
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Gaga Ball! Build and Play (Grades 1st-8th)

Gaga Ball is a recreational game staple that promotes striking, dodging, and agility while having fun. Campers will play Gaga Ball with their friends as well as build a Gaga Pit on Campus. Campers will be provided a tee shirt and snack but should bring their own water bottle.

Instructor: Arron Davis

Date: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)
Time: 9 am – Noon

Grades: Entering 1st-8th
Tuition: $175
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All About Animals (Grades JK-4th)

We know what happens If You Give A Mouse a Cookie or If You Give A Pig a Pancake. But, if you want to learn what happens if you give a goat some Cheerios or share your fruits and vegetables with cows and horses, come to All About Animals Camp and find out. We will make animal themed crafts and snacks as we explore our wonderful world of animals. We will separate large bags of dog food into gallon size bags to donate to My Dog Eats First, a fantastic non-profit organization that supports the pets of homeless and underserved people of Louisville. We hope you will join us for this absolutely, pawsitively, tail-waggin' week of furry fun.

We will meet at TRIBE ANIMAL SANCTUARY on Tuesday, July 9 for a private tour. Parents will drop off their child at Tribe Animal Sanctuary at 9:00 am and pick them up at noon. Parents and siblings are welcome to join us on this day at no additional cost. Address: 2604 Flat Rock Rd, Louisville, KY 40245

Instructor: Val Vertrees
Dates: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)

Time: 9 am – Noon

Grades: Entering JK-4th
Tuition: $180
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World Explorers (Grades K-6th)

Travel the world without leaving KCD! Each day, we will explore a different country's unique culture, language, and cuisine. We'll begin our journey together in Japan where we will create origami animals, learn basic Japanese phrases, and enjoy delicious sushi snacks. Other countries on our trek will include Peru, Australia, England, and Tanzania. Let's go on an adventure!

Instructor: Rachel Sallaberry
Date: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)
Time: 1 – 4 pm
Grades: Entering K-6th
Tuition: $185
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Scavenger Hunt and Orienteering (Grades 1st-8th)

What's more fun than a scavenger hunt? Campers will create and participate in a variety of themed scavenger hunts that encourage critical thinking and problem solving. Campers will learn compass basics and apply that knowledge to hunting around our beautiful campus to hunt for landmarks.

Instructor: Arron Davis
Date: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)
Time: 1 – 4 pm
Grades: Entering 1st-8th
Tuition: $175
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Middle School Basketball Camp (Grades 5th-8th)

Come join the fun with our Middle School Basketball Camp! Never played basketball before? No worries, KCD's Middle School basketball camp will be a great opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the game as well as help develop students with advanced skills. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in drills, games and competitions. Beginner and advanced level campers will learn the skills needed to play basketball at a high school level.

Instructor: Adam Wilkinson
Date: July 8-11 (Mon.-Thurs.)
Time: 1 – 4 pm
Grades: Entering 5th-8th
Tuition: $170
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Pokemon Club! (Grades JK-5th)

Calling all Pokemon fans! Join Coach Cam for an exciting week of looking at different Pokemon cards, learning about all Pokemon, and Snorlax snacks! Please bring a water bottle, tennis shoes, and a small snack.

Instructor: Cam Sample
Date: July 8-12 (Mon.-Fri.)
Time: 1 – 4 pm
Grades: Entering JK-5th
Tuition: $200
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