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Celebrate
Earth Day
everyday
By JOLIE CHYLACK
County Intermediate Unit. In order to
compete at the championship match, all
three teams had to first outscore their peers
from 18 other Chester County public, nonpublic and charter high schools.
When asked how the team will prepare
for the May 7 state competition, Rustin cocaptain Josh Hunt said jokingly that the
team will “continue to drink knowledge.”
This statement came after the team
incorrectly answered a literature question
regarding a quote from Alexander Pope’s
“An Essay on Criticism.”
The question asked what readers are
instructed to “drink deep or taste not the
Pierian spring,” with the answer being
knowledge (the quote in its entirety is, “A
little learning is a dangerous thing; drink
Thousands of school children, families
and community members will celebrate the
40th Anniversary of Earth Day on April 22
by participating in a “green” special event
or activity.
Some will choose to volunteer to clean
up a local habitat or park space. Some may
begin a school or community-wide
recycling program while others may
choose to save energy by hiking or biking
rather than turning on the car. And, some
will save energy by turning off their lights
for a period of time, an activity made
popular by the World Wildlife Funds’
world-wide “Earth Hour” event held each
year on a Saturday in late March.
The National Earth Day celebration was
founded in 1970 by Wisconsin Sen.
Gaylord Nelson. This environmental hero
recognized the need for governmental
support of environmental advocacy during
an era of pollution and land miss-use, and
during a time when many of America’s
native animals (including our national
emblem, the bald eagle) were being
threatened with extinction.
In that same year President Nixon
created the Environmental Protection
Agency, a governmental agency that would
protect both public health and the
environment.
Even though 40 years later, more
American citizens and politicians are
cognizant of the environmental threats that
we face in the future, the earth continues
sending signals that we need to do more.
After recently facing some of the strangest
winter weather patterns ever (especially
here in the northeast), the effects of
climate change are clearly being
demonstrated to us first hand.
The message from these signals is that
we all need to celebrate Earth Day every
day, not just once a year.
In the home, school and community,
one of the best ways to help the earth is to
consistently maintain a recycling mentality
and instill it in the minds of our children
who will need to continue to carry such
programs out in the future.
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Shakespeare Festival
Spelling bee
As narrators for The (Oxford) Hopewell Players’ ‘Judgment Day,’
Katelyn Reph Potter and Morgan Boohar Machione keep the story
moving and the audience on track as the scenes switch between
the ‘Taming of the Shrew’ and ‘Romeo and Juliet.’ For more on the
Chester County Shakespeare Festival, see page 3.
After three hours and hundred of words, Nieliesh
Vinjamuri, a student at Lionville Middle School,
Downingtown, prepares to spell ‘pestilence’ and
win the 2010 Chester County Spelling Bee. For
more on the spelling bee, see page 5.
Rustin wins academic competition
By MARY JEANNE CURLEY
After four years of frustration, the
academic team from West Chester Bayard
Rustin High School not only made it to the
Chester County Academic Competition
Championship match but also won it.
On March 11, academic teams from
Rustin, West Chester East and Conestoga
high schools faced off at the Chester
County Academic Competition to vie for
scholarship money, bragging rights and a
seat at the Pennsylvania State Academic
Competition in May.
Rustin emerged victorious with 115
points. Conestoga came in second with
100 points and West Chester East finished
third with 75 points.
This is four-year-old Rustin’s first time
at the Chester County academic
championships. During that time, Rustin’s
academic team competed in the semi-final
matches three of those years, and came
one question away from advancing to the
championship match in two of those years.
This year, team members finally savored
the sweet taste of victory.
The junior varsity championship, held
the same day, was an even closer match.
Devon Preparatory School took home the
championship trophy with 90 points.
Conestoga settled for second with 85
points and Unionville finished third with
70 points.
The Chester County Academic
Competition, now in its 26th year, is
sponsored by Franklin Mint Federal Credit
Union and conducted by the Chester
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To be or not to be, that is the question.
To be at the 2010 Shakespeare Festival,
was the answer for the nearly 400
Chester County elementary, middle and
senior high school students who
participated in the 21st annual Chester
County Shakespeare Festival at
Immaculata University in March.
The event is designed to be
entertaining and educational, according
to Rebecca Givler, the special events
coordinator for the Chester County
Intermediate Unit. The study of
Shakespeare in the classrooms of county
schools is an integral part of the
language arts curricula, said Givler.
“As a result, a love for Shakespeare
and an enthusiasm for theatre comes
alive within many students,” said Givler.
“The festival gives students an avenue to
share their Shakespearian passion and to
perform before an appreciative
audience.”
Although a festival and not a
competition, individual and group
awards recognize specific aspects of
student and school performances.
“We try to recognize outstanding
performances, special contributions to
the stage,” said Givler. “The awards are
made up to go with each presentation,
and each school gets recognized for its
performance. We try to keep it as noncompetitive as possible because the
purpose of the festival is to cultivate a
love of Shakespeare and theater in our
students and to enrich the language arts
curricula of our schools.”
For example “sensational sinister
laugh,” “gossip girl,” “grand gestures,”
and “scene stealer” were among the
many awards presented this year.
If you were not lucky enough to
attend the Shakespeare Festival in
person, you can see rebroadcasts of the
award-winning performances on CCiTV
at http://ccitv.cciu.org.
Each school was given 25 minutes to
perform and adapt a Shakespearian
production. The two-day event was
conducted by the Chester County
Intermediate Unit.
The following received awards:
Day 1 - Individual Awards
• Jack Biederman, Great Valley
Middle School – “Great Gestures Award”
for “Much Ado About Nothing;”
• Evelyn Maguire, Stetson Middle
School, West Chester – “The Gossip Girl
Award” for “Fortuneteller, A Twist of
Fate;”
• Joe Mariani, Fugett Middle School,
West Chester – “Sam and Dean Award
for Supernatural Acting” for “3 Witches
and Some Other Guy;”
• Dayna D’Avieo, Hopewell
Elementary School, Oxford – “Sandra
Bullock Superior Stage Presence Award”
for “Katherine, Judgment Day;”
• Shaishvi Shrivastava, Peirce Middle
School, West Chester – “The Tribe Has
Spoken Award for Acting” for “Bianca,
Shakespeare Survivor: Prospero’s
Island;”
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One good friend
That’s all you really need
When she was in sixth grade, my friend
Barbara joined a new crowd. She had been
my “best-next-door-friend” and we had
spent years climbing trees, riding bikes
and sharing books.
But when she entered junior high and
moved into preteen-hood, I remained a
part of her childhood. She moved on.
Even though we lived next door to each
other, we attended different schools.
During the week, Barbara spent time with
her new friends. She was a great athlete
and spent hours practicing with this team
or that and rode home on the late bus.
I caught up with her on weekends when
we still sprawled in her bedroom reading
together or listening to music. But
eventually, her new friends invaded the
weekend, too, and I got left behind more
and more.
One weekend, one of Barbara’s new
friends, Eva, was having a sleep-over.
Sleep-overs were the Nirvana of sixth
grade. Barbara regaled me with the plans
her gang had made — prank phone calls,
popcorn, pizza, horror movies and Twister.
I went home and cried. I couldn’t
explain to my mother what the fuss was
about. Strangely enough, in the middle of
my flood of tears, the phone rang.
“Hi, Lisa. It’s Eva. Want to come to my
sleep-over?”
I couldn’t believe it. Eva lived in the
neighborhood, but she was Barbara’s
friend. I said yes as tears still dripped
down my cheeks. I called Barbara and we
squealed about the fun we would have. I
hung up and again burst into tears – this
time tears of happiness.
That Friday night, I arrived at Eva’s
with my brother’s sleeping bag and a
suitcase full of “just-in-case” clothing.
There were five other girls from the junior
high school and the party was a blast. We
spread out our sleeping bags in Eva’s
basement, and then invaded the kitchen
for pizza and ice cream.
We dialed random numbers and asked
“Is your refrigerator running? Yes? Then
you’d better catch it!”
We watched scary movies with our
blankets up over our heads. We danced
until we dropped and Eva’s mother yelled
down the stairs, “All right, you girls settle
down now.”
After we crawled into our sleeping
bags, Barbara and her friends starting
gossiping about junior high issues. Since I
was the only outsider there, I lay quietly
with my eyes closed ... listening. As I was
drifting off, I heard my name mentioned.
“Why’d you want me to invite her
anyway?” Eva asked. “She’s weird and
she talks funny.”
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My eyes burned with tears. During the
party, some of the girls had mimicked me,
but I had thought it all part of the fun. A
few bumps and shoves during the games
seemed harmless at the time. I noticed that
my sleeping bag had been maneuvered
into the corner too. Giggles punctuated
Eva’s remark. I waited for Barbara’s reply.
Barbara answered, “I don’t care. She’s
my friend.”
Years and years have passed and I can
still feel how my heart stopped when
Barbara uttered those words. It didn’t
matter that the other girls thought I was
weird. It didn’t matter that I talked funny.
Barbara had not abandoned me. She was
one good friend.
Nowadays, when tearful eyes search
mine wondering why little friends have
forsaken them, I remember Barbara and
what she said that night.
I ask, “Do you have one good friend?
That’s all you really need.”
One good friend. Someone you’ll never
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KIDS
APRIL 2010
VOLUME 19 • NUMBER 2
APRIL 2010
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‘Pestilence’ a
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bee champion
By STACY OSOSKIE
For Nieliesh Vinjamuri, a student at
Lionville Middle School, Downingtown, it
was now or never. An eighth grader, it was
his last year of eligibility for the Chester
County Spelling Bee and therefore his last
chance to qualify for the Scripps National
Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.
Vinjamuri was no stranger to the March
11 bee at the Chester County Intermediate
Unit’s Educational Service Center in
Downingtown. A four-time contestant, he
had the opportunity to secure the
championship two years ago in a gutwrenching, 54-round final, but instead
finished in second place. This year, 20
rounds were Vinjamuri needed to win.
The final could have been over in round
16, but second place finisher Brandon
Elliott of Pope John Paul II Regional
Catholic Elementary School, Coatesville,
mistakenly added the letter ‘k’ to the
beginning of the word neckerchief,
opening the door for Vinjamuri.
Elliott was disappointed, but still
enjoyed the contest. He was even able to
joke with the judges at the conclusion of
the bee, asking, “Could I have just spelled
hanky instead?”
The competition continued until Elliott
missed the ‘e’ at the end of the word gaffe
in round 19, meaning that all Vinjamuri
had to do was spell one more word
correctly to secure the championship. That
word was pestilence.
“I knew I had the word right away,”
said Vinjamuri. “It feels great to finally
achieve what I have waited four years to
do. I am really looking forward to the
national competition.”
Vinjamuri and an official companion
will travel to Washington, D.C. for the
Scripps National Spelling Bee May 31June 6. The trip includes round-trip
transportation, meals, incidental expenses
and hotel accommodations.
The winner also received the Samuel
Louis Sugarman Award Certificate (a $100
U.S. Series EE Savings Bond), Websters
Third New International Dictionary, and a
one-year subscription to the Britannica
Online Student Edition. Elliott received a
Merriam-Webster Collegiate Dictionary, a
one-year subscription to the Britannica
Online Student Edition and a $20
Amazon.com gift card.
Breanne McDermott of Springton
Manor Elementary School, Downingtown,
and Sanjana Narayanan of K.D. Markley
Elementary School, Great Valley, were the
third place finishers. Both were awarded a
one-year subscription to the Britannica
Online Student Edition, as well as a $20
Amazon.com gift certificate.
The spelling bee, sponsored by
Keystone Federal Credit Union, was open
to all students enrolled in a Chester County
public, private, parochial or home school
in grades five through eight and who had
not reached their 15th birthday by Sept. 1,
2009. Fifty-eight students participated.
Each of them was a winner at his/her
school’s spelling bee.
(Stacy Ososkie is a communications
specialist for the Chester County
Intermediate Unit.)
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Celebrate Earth Day every day
to reconnect with the earth.
The easiest way to cultivate a
recycling mentality in your family is to
begin participating in the recycling
program offered now by most trash
haulers. Find out which materials your
recycling program accepts by making a
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Next, create a station in a convenient
area preferably close to the kitchen
where much of the waste to be recycled
is generated, a place where you can
deposit your recylables into separate
containers (glass, metal, plastic,
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Did you know that the average person
creates 9.5 pounds of trash every other
day. Furthermore, more than 80 percent
of the trash we throw away each week
should not end up in our landfills
because it is recyclable or compostable.
Committing to a firm recycling
regime in your household, workplace,
school and community not only saves
energy and waste, but it can also
generate money and supplies and create
opportunities for fun social events and
family activities. It is an excellent way
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the curb. Also, be sure to involve your
children in this effort by having
discussions that empower them with a
sense of pride because they are helping
the family and caring for the earth.
If you do not have access to a
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Children will enjoy swapping their “old”
for “new” things and, again, remind
children that they are helping their earth
by keeping things out of the landfills.
•
At Great Valley Nature Center, we
know that while Earth Day is lots of fun
it needs to be practiced every day.
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KIDS 7
OXFORD
APRIL 2010
11 FLBA members qualify for state competition
By ART SALATTO
Fifty-six members of the Oxford Area
High School chapter of Future Business
Leaders of America were among the more
than 400 students from 13 area high
schools attending the Pennsylvania FBLA
Region 9 Competition at Immaculata
University in January.
Competing in several business-related
categories, 11 chapter members qualified
for the state competition April 12-14 at the
Hershey Lodge and Convention Center.
They included:
• Second-place finisher Elizabeth
Peabody, for Introduction to Parliamentary
Procedure;
• Third-place finisher Rachel Axelsson,
for FBLA Principles and Procedures;
• Third-place finisher Matthew Portugal,
for Introduction to Business;
• Third-place finisher Brendan Mundy,
for Computer Help Desk;
• Third-place finisher Mike Del Sordo,
for Word Processing II;
• Fourth place-finisher Mandy Mank for
Business Law;
• Fifth-place finisher Nick Stahl for
Computer Help Desk;
• Sixth-place finisher Erika Eisele for
Accounting II;
• Sixth-place finisher Kristin Walters for
FBLA Principles and Procedures.
The following students placed in the top
five in their category, but did not qualify
for the state competition:
• Briar Foran, second place for Public
Pictured above are members of the Oxford High School
chapter of Future Business Leaders of America who finished
in the top six places in their categories in the Pennsylvania
FBLA Region 9 Competition at Immaculata University in
Speaking I;
• Maria Lombardi, third place for Public
Speaking II;
• Megan Harvey, fourth place for World
Processing I;
• The team of John Orcutt and Spencer
Palmer, fourth place for Emerging
Business Issues;
• Joey Gray, fifth place for Word
Processing I;
• The team of Justin Arnold and Jalisa
January. Nine of them will attend the state competition, along
with chapter vice president Julie Mason and secretary Liz
Atkisson, who were elected to their respective offices for
Region 9.
Torres, fifth place for Desktop Publishing;
• The team of Kelsi Holbrook, Beca
Szczwchowski and Sara Rebar, fifth place
for Banking and Financial Systems;
• Jazmyn Hudson, fifth place for
Computer Applications.
In addition, chapter vice president Julie
Mason was elected Region 9 vice president
and chapter secretary Liz Atkisson was
elected Region 9 secretary, while Oxford
was named Outstanding Region 9 chapter
for the third consecutive year.
Any individual, business or organization
interested in making a donation to the
FBLA chapter to offset the cost of
attending the state competition may
contact adviser Kimberly Webber at 610932-6640.
(Art Salatto is the communications
specialist for the Oxford Area School
District.)
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KIDS 8
APRIL 2010
Less time watching TV,
more time being active
By ANGELA CRIBARI
Everyone enjoys watching television,
playing video games and spending time
on the computer. But many children are
spending too much time on these
activities instead of being physically and
mentally active.
Decreasing “screen-time” and
increasing creative activities and games
will challenge your children mentally
and will help keep them from falling
behind at school. Being more active will
also keep your child from gaining
weight.
It is very important to participate in
these activities with your children as
much as possible. Setting a good
example for your kids is key. Children
will practice what they see. Make it fun.
It doesn’t have to be all about exercise.
Keep in mind that getting the kids away
from the TV and computer is the goal.
Here are some tips on how to control
the amount of screen time in your
household:
• All meals should be eaten together
as a family when possible, without the
TV on.
• Do not put a TV or computer in your
child’s bedroom.
• Try to set a maximum amount of
time you will allow your children to
spend watching TV or on the computer.
A maximum of one-to-two hours a day is
recommended.
• Routines are very important. Having
a set schedule will allow your child to
feel comfortable and understand what is
going on and what is happening next.
• Set a good example. If you spend
hours in front of the TV your child will
want to do the same.
• Incorporate fun and creative
activities throughout the day to keep
your child stimulated and moving.
• Don’t use the TV as a fall back.
Have children play independently nearby
with toys that challenge their
imagination.
Here are a few fun activities that you
and your children can do together that
will help promote activity and creativity:
• Put on a play with your kids. Be the
director and have your children pick one
of their favorite stories or books to act
out. Don’t forget the costumes.
• Have arts and crafts time.
• Play board games as a family.
• Start a band. Have each member of
the family pick an instrument, anywhere
from a keyboard to a tambourine and
have a jam session. You can use
household items to make instruments as
well. Using pots and pans for drums or
dry rice in a coffee can for maracas are a
few examples.
• Roller skating or bicycling. If it’s
too cold outside, supervise your children
as they turn the garage or basement into
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• Play active games, such as musical
chairs, “Simon Says,” hide and seek, and
obstacle courses made out of boxes or
couch cushions.
(Angela Cribari, a graduate student at
Immaculata University, is an intern for
Chester County Woman, Infants and
Children Program. WIC is a
supplemental nutrition program that
provides nutrition education,
breastfeeding support, and healthy foods
at no cost to eligible woman and
children. For more information, call
610-344-6240.)
Beginning on Monday, April
12, the Coatesville Area School
District will launch a central
registration system at the Benner
Education Center, 545 E. Lincoln
Hwy., Coatesville.
The district is initiating the
central registration system for
students in grades 1-8, those who
are re-enrolling in the district, or
those transferring to and within
the district.
Students in grades 9-12 will
register at their home school on
the campus.
For kindergarten children, new
registration occurs at the building
level in the spring. Parents who
will be registering their child
after June 4 must contact Patti
Conner at central registration.
Here’s the lone exception:
kindergartners who transfer from
a previous school district after
the start of the school year must
register at central registration.
Visit www.coatesville.kl2.pa.us
for additional information about
the district’s registration process,
registration hours, appointment
procedures and registration
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APRIL 2010
KIDS 9
East Vincent students
‘Go for the Greens’
Over the last three years, East Vincent
Elementary School, Owen J. Roberts, has
been celebrating “Go For the Greens” to
encourage youth and families to make
healthy eating, including a variety of
green fruits and vegetables, and active
living a part of daily life.
“Go for the Greens” is sponsored by
The Pennsylvania Advocates for Nutrition
and Activity, a statewide coalition of
public and private partners working with
schools and communities to improve
health. This annual event reminds
everyone that eating healthy can be fun,
too.
This year’s campaign opened with an
Emmy Award-winning, live theatre
presentation of “Watch Kids Take Charge
of Growing Up HEALTHY and FIT” by
FoodPlay, which rocked the school’s
gymnasium on March 11.
FoodPlay’s shows, educational
resources and media campaigns have
received a number of national awards,
outstanding evaluations and rave reviews
for their innovation and effectiveness in
improving the nutrition and health habits
of youth in America.
“The assembly was nothing short of
fantastic,” said Jo-an Rechtin, wellness
coordinator for the Owen J. Roberts
Wellness Council.
While FoodPlay makes good eating
great fun, its messages are quite serious.
In the last 25 years, obesity rates have
doubled among schoolchildren and tripled
among adolescents.
The educational assembly was followed
by a week of student involvement that
included broccoli trivia, daily taste testing,
individual fruit and vegetable intake
tracking and, finally, a green surprise. The
students were encouraged to participate
for a chance to win an “extra recess” and
“no homework for a night” passes.
The students announced the daily trivia
question over the intercom system which
jump started the day and was followed by
a daily taste testing of green vegetables.
What would you choose— zucchini or
cucumber?
A St. Patrick’s Day visit by “Broccoli
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vegetable — broccoli, of course. The
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Vincent students ate nearly 80 pounds of
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broccoli.
Sixth graders were overheard telling
their friends, “I ate 11” ... “Well I ate 13.”
Enthusiasm to try fresh healthy vegetables
was evident throughout the cafeteria.
The school ended the fiesta with its
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“I can’t believe there is spinach in this
smoothie” was a typical comment voiced
by students and volunteers throughout the
day. Trying new foods is an essential way
to reduce food fears and improve health.
Many individuals within the school
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volunteers, staff and students, worked
together to make this a week of fun and
learning. Even though “Go for the
Greens” may be over for this year, the
East Vincent school community continues
to work diligently to improve the health of
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COATESVILLE
KIDS 10
APRIL 2010
Students participate
in free dental program
By KIM STEFANSKI
More than 70 students from Caln
Elementary School, Coatesville, recently
worked with the Chester County
Community Dental Center to coordinate a
free dental health program.
The program is co-sponsored by the
Chester County Health Department,
which secured a state grant to provide
dental sealants and exams for children in
schools with significant enrollment in the
subsidized lunch program.
Chester County Community Dental is
a non-profit organization established in
2002 in Coatesville by a group of
dedicated and concerned professionals in
response to the critical need for dental
services and prevention education for atrisk families in Chester County. The
center’s professional staff includes
dentists, hygienists, dental assistants,
executive director and an office manager.
Students in second and third grade
participated in this 1.5-hour educational
trip to the Chester County Community
Dental Center where they received a free
dental exam and dental sealants. Dental
sealants are thin, clear covers painted on
back molar teeth to prevent cavities on
the chewing surfaces, where most
cavities start. This protective coating
seals out sugars and bacteria from deep
groves for five-to-10 years. Services
were provided by licensed dental health
professionals only.
Each child began this educational
experience practicing tooth brushing and
flossing on dental puppets. Students
learned the proper techniques and taught
each other so they could earn their
“doctor” name tag.
These children brought home dental
supplies and a copy of their dental exam,
which may be shared with each family’s
dental office. A copy of each student’s
dental exam will go to the school nurse at
Caln Elementary School as well.
•
King’s Highway Elementary School.
“Remembering the past … shaping the
future.”
King’s Highway Elementary School,
Coatesville, recently celebrated Black
History Month. All students in
kindergarten through fifth grade were
encouraged to participate in a black
history trivia contest.
A February calendar was created with
questions for the students to answer each
Monday through Thursday. On Friday, a
little known black history fact was read
during the morning announcements.
Students and parents were encouraged to
have evening chats, discuss the questions
and research the answers. As an
incentive, students received pencils and
bookmarks representing black history and
its culture.
The teachers each week collected the
Pictured above (front, from left) are Caln Elementary School second grade students
Tyjon Pittman, Gavin Patel, Bradin Waldrop, Nyla Brickhouse, Allaja Wilson and
Arthur Rulon, (back, from left) Austen Gleber Musso, a Penn State student studying
nutrition, Joan Berdich, a dental assistant with Chester County Community Dental,
Luz Garzón, a dental health program coordinator with the Chester County Health
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hygienist and outreach, education and grant coordinator with the Chester County
Community Dental Center.
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special drawing to win a black history
month T-shirt. Every Friday a winner
from each grade level was chosen. The
purpose of this activity was to increase
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By JENNIFER DiFILIPPO
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On March 5, students at Unionville
Elementary School participated in their
eighth annual “Invention Convention.”
The convention highlights the
creativity and ingenuity of the fourth
grade students under the direction of
teachers Jill Colella, Sally Greenwood,
Michelle Lafferty and Jenny Lane.
The students started off by reading a
story from “The Kids’ Invention Book” by
Arlene Erlbach. Then they went through
the invention process from start to finish.
The students brainstormed and made a list
of problems they experience in their own
lives and see in the lives of others.
They were encouraged to be observant
and to discuss these problems and
possible solutions with teachers, family
members and friends. After choosing a
problem to solve, the students planned
and designed a solution — their
invention.
They submitted an “Intend to Invent”
form to their teachers for approval. Each
student then made a prototype of his/her
invention, which was displayed at the
annual “Invention Convention.”
Finally, the student inventors explained
and demonstrated their inventions
to the adults and children who attended
the convention.
Prior to the convention, each inventor
submitted a patent application requesting
“exclusive rights to manufacture and sell
their invention.” Their “official” patents
were also on display at the convention.
In addition to his/her invention, each
student designed a trademark to represent
his/her company or invention and created
an advertisement with a “catchy” slogan.
Another component of the unit was a
research report on the inventor and
invention of their choice. Many skills and
subject areas were integrated into this
project. Most importantly, the students
learned how to problem solve and were
given the opportunity to be creative.
Those who attended the event were
amazed by the clever, and often simple,
inventions these “scientists of the future”
had created.
(Jennifer DiFilippo is the
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BOOKS
KIDS 14
APRIL 2010
April showers bring poetry and
stories of mystery and adventure
By CINDY THEOBALD
With the arrival of April comes the
beginning of warmer weather, and, of
course, spring showers which herald
May flowers... these books will help
warm and brighten the lives of their
readers.
Picture books, ages 3-7
“Poetrees,” written and illustrated by
Douglas Florian (Beach Lane Books of
Simon & Shuster $16.99).
A clever look at the fascinating tree –
its parts from the bark and root, to leaf
and cone. Douglas Florian uses rhyme to
educate the reader on all things “tree.”
His use of free flowing drawings adds to
the readers’ enjoyment.
Beginning readers, ages 5-8
“Wild Times at The Bed & Biscuit,”
written by Joan Carris and illustrated by
Noah Z. Jones (Candlewick Press
$15.99).
Grampa Bender is the owner of the
Bed & Biscuit and a retired veterinarian.
He takes care of his pets Ernest, a
helpful pig, Gabby, a very talkative
mynah bird, Milly the cat and Scottie,
the new inquisitive puppy.
It is when the local wildlife shelter
asks Grampa Bender to help with a few
wild animals that the boarding house
gets interesting. First comes the giant
goose that has been wounded by a
hunter’s arrow. Next, a pair of young
foxes left without their mother. And,
finally, a crusty, old muskrat with a
wounded foot.
All these animals, both wild and
domestic, make for a very funny and
sometimes chaotic adventure. This is a
book that is sure to please any animal
lover.
Middle readers, ages 8-12
“13 Treasures,” by Michelle Harrison
(Little Brown & Co. $15.99).
The evil fairies are at it again, rousing
Tanya from a fitful sleep. She has
annoyed her mother with her continual
pranks – ones skillfully orchestrated by
the fairies themselves. The crashing of
the light fixture in her room is the last
straw. Her mother worries about Tanya,
and feels a change is in order.
If only the fairies would just go and
leave her alone, but it is Tanya who must
go. Her mother has decided to send her
to live for a few weeks with her
grandmother.
When she arrives at Elvesden Manor,
her grandmother’s home, Tanya’s
adventure is just beginning. What she
finds are several secrets lurking in her
grandmother’s house, all tying back to a
fairy realm known only to children and
true believers.
There is the bracelet with13 charms,
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the article about the missing girl, the old
gypsy who wanders through the woods
and the old lady who runs into Tanya in
the town of Tickey End.
The old lady gives Tanya a compass
that holds special powers. All of these
help Tanya learn the secrets of the fairy
realm and help save her from being
trapped there forever.
This is another great page turner that
will delight every middle reader.
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“The Billionaire’s Curse,” by Richard
Newsome (Walden Pond Press or Harper
Collins, $16.99).
Gerald Wilkins is a 12-year-old boy
counting the hours until he is off on his
vacation, snowboarding with his best
friend Ox. That is, until he is summoned
to the principal’s office and told of his
great-aunt’s death. Gerald and his
parents then take the long plane ride to
England to the funeral of a relative that
he never met.
Shortly after the funeral, Gerald learns
he has inherited his great-aunt
Geraldine’s (his namesake’s) vast
fortune. He has been given many letters
and clues from his great-aunt indicating
that her death was no accident.
Now, with new friends, Ruby and
Sam, Gerald begins a journey from the
British museum to the manors of the
English countryside, looking for clues
and possibly a murderer. Can the
threesome find out where a missing,
mysterious artifact of great power is and
how it may lead to his aunt’s assailant?
“The Billionaire’s Curse” will keep
the reader anticipating each new book in
the series.
(Cindy Theobald is a bookseller in the
Kids’ Department at Chester County
Book & Music Company in the West
Goshen Shopping Center. For more
information, call 610-696-1661 or visit
www.ccbmc.com.)
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‘Invention Convention’
Unionville Elementary School student Emily McClellen shows off her entry in
the school’s annual ‘Invention Convention.’ Her pitch: just use the ‘Slobber
Stopper,’ and you’ll never have to wipe sloppy dog slobber again. She said
she invented the gadget because her dog slobbers a lot, and she and her
brother have to take turns wiping it off. Her slogan was ‘Clobber the Slobber.’
Story on Page 12.
APRIL 2010
GREAT VALLEY
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David Kim, concertmaster of The
Philadelphia Orchestra, recently worked
with 65 string orchestra students at Great
Valley High School. His visit was funded
by Great Valley School Board President
Bruce Chambers, a friend of Kim’s.
The Great Valley High School
orchestra includes students in grades nine
through 12. The student musicians, led by
director Douglas Wilfert, perform in
assemblies, concerts and other school and
district functions. Membership in the
orchestra is through the director’s
approval, with most student musicians
participating for all four years of their
high school careers.
“It was exciting for my students to
learn from one of the finest violinists in
the world,” said Wilfert. “I hope they
were truly inspired by Mr. Kim.”
During his visit, Kim worked with two
violin students — Alec Ren and Megan
O’Keefe. He stressed to students that
playing an instrument is all about
adjustments and using your own ear as
your guide. He worked with the
musicians on their posture, their
confidence and their form. Kim also
talked about his own experiences and
training before taking questions.
Kim has been the concertmaster of The
Philadelphia Orchestra since 1999. He
started playing the violin at the age of
three, began studies with famed
pedagogue Dorothy DeLay at the age of
eight, and later received his bachelor’s
and master’s degrees from the Juilliard
School.
In 1986, he was the only American
violinist to win a prize at the International
Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, and
in 1990, he was a prize winner at the
International Violin Competition of
Indianapolis. At age 12, Kim appeared
with Itzhak Perlman as the subject of
“Prodigy,” a WNEW-TV (New York)
production.
He has since been featured nationally
in specials on the CBS, NBC and PBS
networks. He has also been featured
prominently on National Public Radio
and in Newsweek magazine. In 2008,
Kim was awarded the C. Hartman Kuhn
Award, which is given annually to “the
member of The Philadelphia Orchestra
who has shown ability and enterprise of
such character as to enhance the standards
and the reputation of The Philadelphia
Orchestra.”
Kim devotes a portion of his schedule
each year to bringing classical music to
children and visits numerous schools in
the Philadelphia area each season.
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“Chalk Talk.” The Great Valley School
District’s Community Relations Office is
participating in radio station WCHE’s
education radio program “Chalk Talk.”
The program is dedicated to allowing
local school districts time to share news
and information with the community.
The show airs every Thursday
afternoon at 2 p.m. Great Valley shares
the program with the Downingtown Area
School District, the West Chester Area
School District, and the Chester County
Intermediate Unit. The show airs out of
West Chester and can be heard on AM
station 1520 or online at www.wche1520
.com.
Great Valley’s first segment, “Green
Initiatives and Learning Opportunities in
GVSD,” was broadcast Feb. 18. The
program is hosted by Jennifer Blake,
community relations coordinator.
Building and Grounds Supervisor Rich
Krumrine spoke about the district’s
recycling program, an energy reduction
incentive program and a solar panel
project at Great Valley Middle School. He
also highlighted other district initiatives
that benefit the environment, like the use
of biodiesel fuel and the district’s garden
project.
Sandy Claus, coordinator of
Partnerships and Volunteers, joined the
program to talk about partnerships and
service learning opportunities that enable
students to participate in projects related
to the environment.
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INTERMEDIATE UNIT
KIDS 16
APRIL 2010
78 ‘scientists’ advance
to Delaware Valley fair
By STACY OSOSKIE
The inspiration for nearly 600 projects
from Chester County’s future scientists
came from many places, but they all had
one thing in common – they helped to find
some answers to every day problems.
For example, Laura Lucarello, a sixth
grade student at St. Maximillian Kolbe
School, West Chester, wanted to help her
dad clean his coin collection.
Adam Bensinger, a sixth grade student
at St. Basil the Great, Kimberton, wanted
to find the best way to study – both to
improve his grades and to prove his
mother wrong.
According to Bensinger, his mom would
urge him to write down the material he
was studying, saying that it is more
effective in retaining information.
However, he thought speaking the content
out loud would do the trick. Thanks to his
project, Bensinger and his mother were
finally able to settle the family feud.
“Now my mom and I don’t have to
spend time disagreeing on the most
effective study method anymore,” said
Bensinger. “I found out that it all depends
on the person and what type of learner he
or she is. So, it’s all about figuring out
what way works best for you.”
Here’s another thing the competitors
had in common: They all wanted to
advance to the Delaware Valley Science
Fair in June.
Nearly 600 students entered 486 science
projects in categories ranging from
biochemistry and botany to physics and
zoology in the annual Chester County
Science Research Competition. Of those
students, 78 were selected to move on to
the Delaware Valley Science Fair. Students
competing at the Delaware Valley fair will
have the opportunity to win their share of
nearly $1 million in college scholarships as
well as go to the International Science and
Engineering Fair in San Jose, Calif.
Chiraag Nataraj of Conestoga High
School, Tredyffrin-Easttown, the best-ofshow winner at the 11th grade level, has
been playing with robots since he was five,
though they were not nearly as complex as
the swarm robots used in his science
competition entry.
Swarm robotics were initially used to
mimic group animal behavior like bird
flocking and fish schooling, said Nataraj.
However, his project, which he constructed
with the help of a team in Villanova
University’s autonomous lab, explored
alternate uses for the robots such as bomb
detection and search and rescue efforts in
avalanches and earthquakes.
“I am very interested in robotics and
engineering and want to go to school for
engineering,” said Nataraj. “The fair is
great practice in making sure I have the
details of the project mapped out correctly
in my mind and then can explain it
coherently to others.”
Nataraj, along with 77 other Chester
County students will move on and explain
their project to another group of judges at
the beginning of April.
Of the 486 projects entered in this
year’s science fair, 16 projects were
awarded a “best of show” trophy,
including: Nataraj, first place, 11th grade;
Alexander Wood, Unionville High School,
second place, 11th grade; Elizabeth
Zuponcic, Chester County Home School,
third place, 11th grade;
Andrew Romine, Unionville High
School, first place, 10th grade; Vadim
Tanygin, Great Valley High School, second
place, 10th grade; Perry Hopkins,
Unionville High School, third place, 10th
grade; Kenneth Au, Downingtown West
Best-of-show winner at the 11th grade level, Chiraag Nataraj of Conestoga High
School, Tredyffrin-Easttown, has been playing with robots since he was five,
though they were not nearly as complex as the swarm robots used in his science
competition project.
High School, first place, 9th grade;
Ashish Streatfield, Unionville High
School, second place, ninth grade;
Alexander Horne, Upland Country Day
School, third place, ninth grade; Shashwat
Kishore, Patton Middle School,
Unionville-Chadds Ford, first place, sixth,
seventh and eighth grade; Shyanne
Marquette, Downingtown Middle School,
second place, sixth, seventh and eighth
grade; Sarah Cooperman, Chester County
Home School, third place, sixth, seventh
and eighth grade;
Radhika Chunduru, Andrew Friedman
and Michael Gu, West Chester Henderson
High School, level A-D team project, first
place; Bhaskaran Balaji and Jason
Silverman, Unionville High School, level
A-D team project, second place; Dahlia
Kenawy and Valentina Parisi, Unionville
High School, level A-D team project, third
place; Ryan Buggy, Sarah Morris and Eric
Dax, Avon Grove Charter School, level E
team project, first place.
The Chester County science fair is a
feeder fair to the Delaware Valley fair at
Great Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks,
April 7–8. The competition will include
some 1,000 students from the New Jersey,
Delaware, and southeastern Pennsylvania.
The Chester County Science Research
Competition is sponsored and conducted
by the Chester County Intermediate Unit.
Sixth through 12th grade students
competed on March 2 at the Dr. Lucy
Balian Rorke Fair at the Center for Arts &
Technology Pickering Campus in
Phoenixville. Fourth and fifth graders
competed in the Dr. Jonas Salk Fair on
March 3 at CAT Pickering.
ETHAN MARSHALL
KENNETH JONES
(Stacey Ososkie is a communications
specialist for the Chester County
Intermediate Unit.)
Rustin takes academic crown
(Continued from page 1)
deep, or taste not the Pierian spring:
there shallow draughts intoxicate the
brain, and drinking largely sobers us
again.”). Fortunately, for Rustin that
was only one of a very few questions the
team missed during the competition.
Rustin coach Jake Frechette has a
different strategy on preparing the team.
“We’re going to continue practicing
three days a week to keep everything in
the front of their minds,” said Frechette.
“It’s also important to keep up the
students’ spirits, and the sense of
camaraderie within the team.”
In a match, three high school teams
answer an array of questions from six
subject areas including: mathematics,
literature, history, science, potpourri and
current events. The teams with the top
nine highest cumulative scores from the
regular season advanced to the
semifinals in February.
At the semifinals, teams competed in
three matches with the winner of each
match advancing to the championship
game that led to the showdown between
Rustin, Conestoga and East on March 11.
In addition to sponsoring the
competition, Franklin Mint presented
$3,500 in scholarships to the three top
teams and hosted an awards luncheon for
all the teams on March 22. At the
luncheon, Rustin was presented the
championship trophy and the All-ChesCo
Academic Team, the Chester County AllStar Team, the Coach of the Year, and
the Competitor of the Year awards were
announced.
Ethan Marshall of Rustin was named
Competitor of the Year. Marshall, a
senior, has been a member of the team
for four years and this year served as cocaptain.
The All-ChesCo Academic Team
recognizes the top competitor from each
school. This year’s team includes: Henry
Cornell, Avon Grove High School; Fran
Orlando, Avon Grove Charter School;
Jack Hess, Coatesville High School;
Thomas Donahue, Collegium Charter
School; Rob Xu, Conestoga High
School; Matt Gruchacz, Devon
Preparatory School; Rebecca Selin,
Downingtown East High School; Peter
Kunze, Downingtown West High School;
Ray Li, Great Valley; Diane Libert,
Kennett High School; David Torres, Jr.,
Malvern Preparatory School; Catherine
Imms, Octorara High School; Arjun
Pande, Owen J. Roberts High School;
Liam Duffy, Oxford Area High School;
Meg Boeni, Unionville High School; M.
Patrick Morgioni, West Chester East
High School; Preeti Arunapuram, West
Chester Henderson High School; and
Ethan Marshall, West Chester Rustin
High School.
From the All-ChesCo team, an all-star
team was selected to represent an
academic “dream team.” Those selected
included: Arunapuram, Hess, Gruchacz
and Morgioni, West Chester East High
School.
Coatesville High School’s Kenneth
Jones was named Coach of the Year in
recognition for his leadership and his
team’s overall improvement.
TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN
APRIL 2010
KIDS 17
Art Goes to School
Parade of characters
Tina Whitlow, an Art Goes to School of Delaware Valley volunteer in the
Tredyffrin-Easttown School District, shows a piece of art to students at Devon
Elementary School. AGTS volunteers spent a week in February in Devon’s Art
Gallery helping to foster an appreciation of arts for the students in kindergarten
though fourth grade. The volunteers used 19 art reproductions that incorporate
different forms and styles, ranging from a Dutch oil painting from 1434 to a local
artist’s watercolor from 2000. Caravaggio, Van Gogh, Kandinsky and Braque
were among the famous artists that were discussed.
Students in Beth Adams’ first grade class at New Eagle Elementary School,
Tredyffrin-Easttown, are dressed in costume as their favorite storybook
characters. All first grade students paraded around the school to honor Dr.
Seuss and ‘Read Across America.’ Began in 1998, ‘Read Across America’ is
designed to motivate children to read, which is an important factor in student
achievement and creating lifelong successful readers. Research has shown that
children who are motivated and spend more time reading do better in school.
The day is held each year on March 2, Dr. Seuss’ birthday.
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INTERMEDIATE UNIT
APRIL 2010
Awards aplenty at annual Shakespeare Festival
(Continued from page 3)
• Lani Santos, Avon Grove Intermediate
School – “Marvelous Mischief Maker
Award” for “Oberon, A Midsummer
Night’s Dream;”
• Paul Hammer, Engle Middle School,
Avon Grove – “Dynamic Diction Award”
for “Macbeth;”
• Alison Roberts, Great Valley High
School – “Back Seat Writer Award” for
“Queen Elizabeth, When There’s a Will,
There’s a Way;”
• Kat Kleeman, Great Valley Middle
School – “Eloquent Elocution Award” for
“Beatrice, Much Ado About Nothing;”
• Carly Powers, Stetson Middle School,
West Chester – “Doomed by Destiny
Award for a Dramatic Performance” for “
Juliet, A Twist of Fate;”
• Danielle Allaire, Fugett Middle
School, West Chester – “Screaming
Sensation Award” for Witch No. 3 in “3
Witches and Some Other Guy;”
• Tiernan Harsh, Hopewell Elementary
School, Oxford, – “Verily A Villainous
Performance Award” for “Shylock,
Judgment Day;”
• Amelia Struck, Peirce Middle School,
West Chester – “Drama Queen Award” for
“Shakespeare, Shakespeare Survivor:
Prospero’s Island;”
• Makalu Moorech, Avon Grove
Intermediate School – “Scene Stealer
Award” for “Helena, A Midsummer
Night’s Dream;”
• Marie LeClaire, Engle Middle School,
Avon Grove – “Ghostly Performance
Award” for “Banquo, Macbeth;”
• Annie Zhang and Josie Hungerbuhler,
Great Valley High School
– “Real Housewives of Windsor Award”
for “Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Page: When
There’s a Will, There’s a Way.”
Day 1 - Group Awards
• Great Valley Middle School –
“Shakespeare Made Simple Staging
Award” for “Much Ado About Nothing;”
• Fugett Middle School, West Chester –
“Best Dramedy Award for Having
Fantastic Fun During a Tragedy” for “3
Witches and Some Other Guy;”
• Stetson Middle School, West Chester
— “Well Rehearsed and Well Versed Cast
Award” for “A Twist of Fate;”
• Hopewell Elementary School, Oxford
– “Fantastic Finery Award for Costumes”
for “Judgment Day;”
• Avon Grove Intermediate School –
“Sensational Scenery Award” for “A
Midsummer Night’s Dream;”
• Peirce Middle School, West Chester
— “Shipwrecked Fools Award for a Crazy
Cast of Characters” for “Shakespeare
Survivor: Prospero’s Island;
• Fred S. Engle Middle School, Avon
Grove – “True to his Word (Almost)
Award for a Nearly Faithful Rendition of a
Shakespearean Tragedy” for “Macbeth;”
• Great Valley High School – “Globe
Theater Award for Stage Production” for
“When There’s a Will, There’s a Way;”
• Great Valley Middle School – “Slam
Award for a Dramatic Reading” for “Much
Ado About Nothing;”
• Stetson Middle School, West Chester
– “Alanis Morisette Award for an Original
Screenplay” for “ A Twist of Fate;”
• Fugett Middle School, West Chester –
“Award for an Awesome Adaptation of a
Shakespearean Production” for “3 Witches
and Some Other Guy;”
• Peirce Middle School, West Chester
— “Best Reality Production of a
Shakespearean Play” for“ Shakespeare
Survivor: Prospero’s Island;”
• Avon Grove Intermediate School –
“Epic Performance by an Entire Cast
Award” for “A Midsummer Night’s
Dream;”
• Fred S. Engle Middle School, Avon
Grove – “James Cameron Award for Stage
Direction” for “Macbeth;”
• Great Valley High School – “Stellar
Casting Award” for “Much Ado About
Nothing 2010 Chester County
Shakespeare.”
Day 2 - Individual Awards
• Maddie Myers, Downingtown Middle
School – “Superior Supporting Actress
Award” for “Helena, A Midsummer
Night’s Dream;”
Frazier, Downingtown Middle School –
“Sensational Scenery Award” for “Living
Scenery, A Midsummer Night’s Dream;”
• Kim Corteruas, Penn’s Grove School,
Oxford – “Campy Character Award” for
“Horatio, Canned Hamlet;”
• Emily Sheeler and Isabel Jobe,
Octorara Intermediate School –
“Sensational Sinister Laugh Award” for
“Shakespeare Vignettes;”
• Thomas Dayle, Lionville Elementary
School, Downingtown – “Awesome
Wingman Award” for “Mercutio, Romeo
and Juliet;”
• Abbey Kwietnak, Avon Grove High
School – “Scene Stealer Award” for
“Viola, Dough on Both Sides;”
Sutton Bonilla and Lani Santos reprise Shakespeare’s mischief makers Puck and
Oberon in Avon Grove Intermediate School’s rendition of ‘A Midsummer Night’s
Dream’ at the 2010 Chester County Shakespeare Festival.
• Chris Chavez, Penn’s Grove School,
Oxford – “Caspar Award” for “Ghost,
Canned Hamlet;”
• Anna Cassidey, Octorara Intermediate
School – “Social Climber Award” for
“Lady Macbeth, Shakespeare Vignettes;”
• Liz Schossler, Lionville Elementary
School, Downingtown – “Sassy Servant
Award” for “Nurse, Romeo and Juliet;”
• Andrew Doerfler, Avon Grove High
School – “Jim Carey Overzealous Suitor
Award” for “Petrucchio, Dough on Both
Sides;”
• Makena Rasmussen, Lionville Middle
School, Downingtown – “Gossip Girl
Award for Narration” for “Narrator, The
Taming of the Shrew;”
• Alyssa Marion, Tredyffrin-Easttown
Middle School – “Sprightly Performance
Award” for “The Tempest;”
• Logan Reigel, Mary D. Lang
Elementary School, Kennett – “Awe
Factor Award” for “Lord Capulet, Romeo
and Juliet;”
• Elizabeth Lapp, Octorara Middle
School – “Grand Gestures for Stage
Presence Award” for “Petruchio, The
Taming of the Shrew;”
• Lauren Montgomery and Mark
• Anna Kramer, Lionville Middle
School, Downingtown – “Extremely
Expressive Award” for “Katherine, The
Taming of the Shrew;”
• Jenna Sharpless, Tredyffrin-Easttown
Middle School – “Most Monstrous
Performance” for “Caliban, The Tempest;”
• Spencer Fox, Octorara Middle School
– “Best Bearded Character” for “Baptista,
The Taming of the Shrew;”
• Chole Clark, Mary D. Lang
Elementary School, Kennett – “Elegant
Elocution Award” for “Nurse, Romeo and
Juliet;”
• Clementine Harvey, Downingtown
Middle School – “Fairy Great
Performance” for “Puck, A Midsummer
Night’s Dream;”
• Thomas Summer, Penn’s Grove
School, Oxford – “Princely Performance
Award” for “Hamlet, Canned Hamlet;”
• Emily Bright, Octorara Intermediate
School – “Mini-Drama Queen Award” for
“Queen Gertrude, Shakespeare Vignettes;”
• Emma Bachofer, Lionville Elementary
School, Downingtown – “Head Over
Heels Award” for “Jester, Romeo and
Juliet;”
• Ryan Dean, Avon Grove High School
– Sir Lawrence Oliver Award for Acting”
for “Hortensio, Dough on Both Sides;”
• Lauren Jobe, Lionville Middle School,
Downingtown – “Dynamite Diction
Award” for “Lucentio, The Taming of the
Shrew;”
• Callie Maslowky, Tredyffrin-Easttown
Middle School – “Millionaire Matchmaker
Award” for “Prospero, The Tempest;”
• Amelia Ventura, Octorara Middle
School – “Shakespearean Stepford Wife
Award” for “Obedient Kate, The Taming
of the Shrew;”
• Lydia Pebly, Mary D. Lang
Elementary School, Kennett – “Doomed
by Destiny Award for Dramatic Acting”
for “Juliet, Romeo and Juliet;”
Day 2 — Group Awards
• Downingtown Middle School –
“Fantastic Finery Award for Authentic
Period Costumes” for “A Midsummer
Night’s Dream;
• Penn’s Grove School, Oxford – “Say
What Award for Timely Translation” for
“Canned Hamlet;”
• Octorara Intermediate School –
“Reader’s Digest Award for Abridged
Shakespeare” for “Shakespeare Vignettes;”
• Lionville Elementary School,
Downingtown – “Terrific Townspeople
Supporting Cast Award” for Romeo and
Juliet;”
• Avon Grove Intermediate School –
“Sensational Scenery Award” for “A
Midsummer Night’s Dream;”
• Avon Grove High School – “As Good
as it Gets Award” for “Dough on Both
Sides;”
• Lionville Middle School,
Downingtown – “Well Rehearsed and Well
Versed Cast Award” for “The Taming of
the Shrew;”
• Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School –
“Crazy Cast of Characters Award” for
“The Tempest;”
• Mary D. Lang Elementary School,
Kennett – “Classic Choreography Award”
for “Romeo & Juliet;”
• Octorara Middle School – “Cool
Chorus Award” for “The Taming of the
Shrew;”
• Downingtown Middle School –
“Authentic Adaptation Award” for “A
Midsummer Night’s Dream;”
• Penn’s Grove School, Oxford –
“Shakespearean Comic Relief Award for
Adding Laugher to a Tragedy” for
“Canned Hamlet;”
• Octorara Intermediate School –
“Ambitious Undertaking Award” for
“Shakespeare Vignettes;”
• Lionville Elementary School,
Downingtown – “Superior Staging Award”
for “Romeo & Juliet;”
• Avon Grove High School – “The
King’s Men Shakespeare Festival Award”
for “Dough on Both Sides;”
• Lionville Middle School,
Downingtown – “Epic Performance by an
Entire Cast” for “The Taming of the
Shrew;”
• Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School –
“The Lost Award for an Island Production”
for “The Tempest;”
• Mary D. Lang Elementary School,
Kennett – “Pint-Size Production Award”
for Romeo & Juliet;
• Octorara Middle School – “Stellar
Casting Award” for “The Taming of the
Shrew.”
(Stacy Ososkie is a communications
specialist for the Chester County
Intermediate Unit.)
DOWNINGTOWN
APRIL 2010
KIDS 19
Jump roping at
Uwchlan Hills
raises $26,000
In 2009, Uwchlan Hills Elementary
School, Downingtown, earned the
distinction of being Chester County’s top
“Jump Rope for Heart” fund-raising school
in Chester County.
Through a combination of community
support and students’ jumping, Uwchlan
Hills raised $24,000 last year for the
American Heart Association. That amount
placed the school in the top 40 for all
schools who participated in this annual
effort. Although pleased with this effort,
the Uwchlan Hill’s community set a goal
to beat last year’s record. And, that’s just
what they did. The students jumped their
way to an amazing $26,000 total during
their 2010 “Jump Rope for Heart Event.”
Physical education teachers Leo
Suniaga and Melissa Sweeney were quick
to say that this was a community and
school effort.
“We have been doing this event for
several years because the American Heart
Students at Uwchlan Hills Elementary School, Downingtown, jump rope their way to $26,000 in pledges.
Association is such an important
organization,” they said. “Our students,
parents and school worked very hard to
organize, educate, and promote this event
and the final result showed it.”
According to the American Heart
Association,“Jump Rope for Heart”
promotes the value of physical activity to
elementary students while showing them
they can contribute to their community’s
welfare. These are the years when positive
learning experiences can help establish a
positive attitude and appreciation for
participating in regular, daily and physical
activity for life.
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WEST CHESTER/AVON GROVE
APRIL 2010
EPA awards district an
energy reduction grant
The United States Environmental
Protection Agency has awarded a
$149,992 grant to the West Chester Area
School District to fund a project in which
district high school students would
encourage and teach area businesses
simple, no-cost measures to reduce energy
consumption.
The project is one of 20 nationwide
funded by the EPA to showcase how
communities are fighting climate change.
Last year, the West Chester Henderson
High School Environmental Club
spearheaded a program at the school called
“Power Down Fridays.” The program,
which encouraged the use of minimum
energy usage (turning off lights and
computers when not needed), resulted in a
reduction of energy costs by 22 percent,
savings taxpayers $60,000 annually.
Due to its success, the program has
migrated in various forms throughout the
district.
Superintendent Dr. Jim Scanlon said:
“Our students are a great resouce for ideas
and care so much about the future of our
community. That’s why they’re a key part
of the implementation strategy.”
As part of the EPA-funded project, the
district plans to broaden its conservation
efforts by creating a Student Conservation
Corps made up of high school students
who will work with the West Chester
Borough’s BLUER (Business Leaders
United for Emissions Reduction)
Committee. The students will visit area
businesses to survey, audit, track and
recommend ways to reduce energy
consumption.
The goal of the program is to achieve a
10 percent reduction in energy use and
greenhouse gases for participating
businesses and, in turn, have those
businesses share their experience with
other entities.
“EPA is proud to support students who
are taking responsibility for the future
of our environment,” said Shawn Garvin,
the mid-Atlantic regional administrator for
EPA. “Their efforts to engage businesses
in conserving energy will have payoffs
economically and for the larger
community by improved air quality.”
For more information about the EPA
program, visit www.epa.gov/statelocal
climate.
•
The West Chester Area School District
recently received two significant
educational grants from PECO, an Exelon
Company, designed to supplement the
district’s science curriculum at the middle
school level.
The amount will exceed $20,000. The
Chester County Intermediate Unit alerted
county schools to the availability of two
PECO NEED grants (National Energy
Educational Development program)
Representatives of the West Chester Henderson High School Environmental Club
(from left) Deana Oganesian, Jazz Salach, Mike Gardo, Mike Rabbetts, Emily Wylie,
John Griese and Veronica Reynolds pose with a check from the United States
Environmental Protection Agency in the amount of $149,992.
available for middle school science use.
Two grants were offered in each county
within PECO’s Philadelphia region, and
the West Chester Area School District was
awarded both grants for which the county
was eligible. One grant is being
implemented at Fugett Midde School and
the other at Stetson Middle School.
The grant will allow the students to
conduct a school energy audit with a
NEED scientist’s assistance. This will
provide students an important contact with
a real-world scientific professional
associated with energy conservation. Each
school receives 90 home energy survey
kits so students may conduct a home audit
with their family.
This will be accomplished through the
technology education department in
seventh grade which covers the use of all
90 kits. In addition, three energy
curriculum units will be taught — one
each on water, wind and solar alternative
energy sources.
Fund-raiser
tally: $7,000
Avon Grove Intermediate School fifthgraders (from left) Jesse Orozco, Angelo
Bonetti, Justin DeVice, Victor Brescia
and Garrett Wasson jump a rope turned
by physical education teacher Kim
Travis during the school’s ‘Jump Rope
for Heart’ fund-raiser in February. Nearly
100 fifth- and sixth-graders participated
in the after-school event, raising $7,000
for the American Heart Association.
Family, friends and neighbors
sponsored the students and paid a set
amount when the students completed
the challenge. The event was
coordinated by Travis and her fellow
physical education teachers — Carl
Benson, Jeff Whitmer, Heather Mitch,
Stacy Mengel, Sarah Weaver, Tyler
Jones and Phil Conzentino. During the
fund-raiser, students jumped solo and in
pairs with short jump ropes and
participated in a variety of jumpskipping exercises and games with both
long and short ropes. ‘Jump Rope For
Heart’ teaches students how exercise
benefits the heart and shows students
that volunteering can be fun and
beneficial to the whole community. The
activity is cosponsored by the American
Heart Association and the American
Alliance for Health, Physical Education,
Recreation and Dance. This was the
31st year for the program, and the
second time Avon Grove Intermediate
School has participated.
SPECIAL NEEDS
APRIL 2010
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS
www.vfes.net.
SUCCESSFUL DAILY LIVING – STRATEGIES AND
ROUTINES FOR HOME & COMMUNITY with Kathy Fox,
autism specialist for The ARC of Chester County. April 6. The
ARC of Chester County, West Chester. 10-noon.
Info/registration: 610-696-8090, ext. 220. (Register one week
prior to training.)
“CBT – A THERAPY that WORKS” with Dr. Russell
Ramsey, associate director of AD/HD Treatment and Research
at University of Pennsylvania. May 11. Kesher Israel
Congregation, 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester. 7 p.m.
Understand what cognitive behavioral therapy is and why it can
be so successful for children with AD/HD. Info: www.CHADD
.org.
“MAKING a DIFFERENCE: EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES
that WORK!” Pennsylvania Department of Education’s annual
conference. April 6-9 from 7:30-4 p.m. Excellent training
opportunity; parent scholarships. Info/registration: www.pattan
.net.
“AUTISM RESEARCH and TREATMENT” with Dr. David
Amaral, director of research, University of California, Davis
M.I.N.D. Institute. April 8. Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia,
Abramson Research Center, Room 123ABC. 7-9 p.m. Web site:
www.research.chop.edu/car.
“THE WANNA PLAY PROGRAM: UNDERSTANDING
SOCIAL INTERACTION SKILLS” with Ruth Herron Ross, CEO,
The Wanna Play. April 8. Valley Forge Educational Services
Activities Center, 1681 N. Valley Rd., Paoli. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Incorporate the social strategies needed to function in society
into fun interaction. Info: Maria Kreiter at 610-296-6725, ext.
168, or makreiter@vfes.net.
NATIONAL SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVOCACY
TRAININGS. April 10-May 15. ARC of Philadelphia, 2350 W.
Westmoreland St., Philadelphia. Saturdays 9-3:30 p.m. (8:30
a.m. registration). Featured speaker: Dr. Marie Lewis, R.N.
Seminars can be taken individually or as a series for the Board
Certified Educational Advocate designation. April 10 —
“Behaviors: ABC...Z.” April 24 — Autism case management, a
person-centered developmental approach. April 17 —
“Research-based Educational Programming.” April 24 —
“Autism Case Management: A Person-centered, Developmental
Approach.” May 1 — Optional attendance for board certification.
May 15 — Proactive IEP meeting preparation. Contact Donna
Bouclier at 215-229-4550, ext. 112, or e-mail donnas@
arcpddc.org. Limited seating; last year was beyond capacity
enrollment. Parents $20/seminar. Comprehensive course outline
is posted at: autismnational resources. org/6936/index.html. Act
48 credits being offered.
“MAKING and KEEPING FRIENDS who ARE GOOD for
YOU” with Michele Novatni. April 13. Kesher Israel
Congregation, For the AD/HD Community. 1000 Pottstown Pike,
West Chester. 7 p.m. Info: www.CHADD.org.
“BRAIN TRAINING: A THERAPY to HELP CHILDREN and
TEENS IMPROVE ATTENTION” with Janet Rutzel, executive
director, Learning Rx Main Line. April 13. Kesher Israel
Congregation, 1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester. 7 p.m How
do weak cognitive skills contribute to or cause attention
difficulties? Info: www.CHADD.org.
MINI COURSE SERIES on DEVELOPMENTAL
DISABILITIES with Kathy Snow, author of “Disability is Natural:
Revolutionary Common Sense for Raising Successful Children
with Disabilities.” April 15. Crown Plaza Hotel, Presidential
Boulevard, Philadelphia. 10-noon. Free; registration
recommended. Info: Carol Csaniz at 215-204-1356 or
www.temple.edu/instituteondisabilities/register/miniseries.
“CHESTER COUNTY AFRICAN AMERICAN HEALTH and
WELLNESS EXPO.” April 17. Child & Career Development
Center, Coatesville. 9:30-3 p.m. Free information and
workshops on health, health screenings, fitness demonstrations,
entertainment, door prizes, giveaways. Info: Schenay Miles at
610-594-2816.
JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEM SIBSHOP. April 17.
Devereux Day School, 600 Boot Rd., Downingtown. 9:30-12:30
p.m. For siblings with brothers/sisters in the juvenile justice
system. $5/registration. Info: Debbie Willet at 484-238-4594 or
e-mail dwillet@childandfamilyfocus.org.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS INFORMATION SESSION.
April 22. The ARC of Chester County, 900 Lawrence Dr., West
Chester. 7 p.m. Learn more about the free and proven one-toone youth mentoring service available to female siblings of
special needs children. Registration requested, but not
necessary. Info: Janice Miller at 610-696-8090, ext. 220.
FIFTH ANNUAL AUTISM CONFERENCE, sponsored by the
Autism Alliance of Chester County. April 26. Chester County
Intermediate Unit, 455 Boot Rd., Downingtown. 8-4 p.m.
Features researchers from the Center for Autism Research.
Presenters include: Dr. Bob Schultz, Dr. Craig Newschaffer, Dr.
David Mandell, Dr. Peter Diehring, and Dr. Margaret Souders,
CRNP. Info: 484-237-5550 Info: www.autismallianceofchester
county.org.
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS RESOURCE FAIR,
hosted by Chester County Intermediate Unit. April 26. Chester
County Intermediate Unit (third floor), 455 Boot Rd.,
Downingtown. 8-6 p.m. Programs represented include: social
skills groups, OT therapy, speech therapy, camps, resource
materials, consultation/training services for families and other
therapy/programs for children and adults with autism and
related disabilities. Info: www.autismallianceofchestercounty.org.
EARLY INTERVENTION LAWS-EDUCATION LAW
CENTER-PENNSYLVANIA with Nancy Hubley, Esq., director of
Pittsburgh Education Law Center, and Jenny Lowman, Esq.,
director of Client Services and Training Education Law Center,
Pennsylvania. April 28. 9:30-noon. Telephone conference and
webinar on legal myths, legal realities and developing inclusive
early intervention programs. Register online by April 14. Web
site: www.elc-pa.org/trainingregistration.html.
“BEHAVIORS and ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES for
CHILDREN with AUTISM” with Kathy Fox, autism specialist for
The ARC of Chester County. May 4. The ARC of Chester
County, 900 Lawrence Rd., West Chester. 10-noon or 7-9 p.m.
Info/registration: www.arcofchestercounty.org or Janice Miller at
610-696-8090.
“BREAKTHROUGH RESEARCH in AUTISM SPECTRUM
DISORDERS and the HOPE for the FUTURE” with Dr. Bob
Schultz, director, Center for Autism Research, CHOP. May 11.
Valley Forge Educational Service, 1181 N. Valley Rd., Paoli.
6:30-8:30 p.m. Meeting provides an overview of the latest
research in the neurobiology of ASD, focusing on recent findings
in the fields of genetics and neroimaging. $10/registration. Info:
WEB-BASED EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS – SEIZURE
MANAGEMENT SERIES 2010. May 11, July 20. 7-9:30 p.m.
Part I: “What Families and Caregivers Need to Know about
Managing Seizures.” Part II: “DIASTAT as Treatment for Acute
Seizures.” Register by logging onto: http://eparent.webex.com.
34th ANNUAL PHILADELPHIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE
on DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. May 14. 8:30-2:30 p.m.
Forum discusses areas of mutual concern, foster partnerships
and the latest developments. Registration deadline April 30.
$50/ registration professional; $10/student/family
member/parent. Questions: Sarah Yerkes at 215-590-7466 or
yerkess@email .chop .edu. Info: www.visionforequality.org/
pdf/2010% 20Brochure%20March%202010.pdf.
LEHIGH UNIVERSITY ‘S 37th ANNUAL SPECIAL
EDUCATION CONFERENCE. May 14. Lehigh University’s
Mountaintop Campus. 7:30-4 p.m. Topic: “Special Education
Law: Legal Currency — A Good Idea for Exceptional Students.”
Info: www.lehigh.edu/specialseminars/agenda.shtml.
CHADD EDUCATION CONFERENCE on AD/HD:
“KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!” May 22. Hyatt Regency, Reston,
Va. 7:30-5 p.m. Keynote Address by Sharon Weiss, M.Ed. Info:
www.chadd.org/Content/CHADD/Conferences_Training/Regional
Conference/default.htm.
ADHD CHADD ONLINE PARENT TRAINING
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socialization and motivation by having fun with drama and
theatre. 10-noon. $160. Info: Kate McLenigan Altman at 610283-2230, or kate@theatrehorizon.org.
DANCE. DIAMOND DIVAS. A drill and step team for girls
ages seven-to-16 years. Info: Geri Allen at 610-380-4465 or
gbadiva@verizon.net.
“ACTING ANTICS.” Drama workshops are designed for
students with Asperger Syndrome, nonverbal learning disorders
and/or social cognition deficits. Theater teaches the power of
body language, voice modulation and facial expressions. Info:
Cindy Schneider, education consultant/theater director, at 610913-6018.
DAY CARE. LAUREN’S HOUSE, a caring center for special
children ages birth to eight years with skilled medical/nursing
needs, acute or chronic in nature. A medical day health center;
can be used in lieu of or as a complement to private duty
nursing in the home. Located in Boothwyn and Coatesville area.
Info/registration: 888-340-9420. Web site: www.laurenshouse
.com.
AD/HD CHADD TEEN SUPPORT GROUP with Jill
Crawford meets the third Thursday each month. Exton
Community Baptist Church. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Info: 610-564-6835,
or jill@jillcrawford counseling.com.
AD/HD GO GIRLS CLUB for girls ages 8-to-12 years (or in
third to sixth grade) with ADD or ADHD. Girls must be aware of
their diagnosis. $100 for six-month registration. Info: Natalie
Knochenhauer at 215-275-4978, info@ ahdhaware.org, or
ADHDA Aware.org.
AD/HD BOY2BOY CLUB for boys ages 8-to- 12 years (or in
third to sixth grade) with ADD or ADHD. Boys must be aware of
their diagnosis. $100 for six-month registration. Info: Natalie
Knochenhauer at 215-275-4978, info@ ahdhaware.org, or www.
ADHDAware.org.
ART. ART PARTNERS STUDIO. Art classes and
participation at special events for ages six-to-12 years. Info:
Lindsay Brinton at 610-384-3030, or ycrow@mac.com.
ART. CENTER for CREATIVE ARTS, Hockessin, Del.
Classes for special needs students ages 6-to-12 years. Info:
www.ccarts.org, or 302-239-2434.
ART. EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY GROUPS for
CHILDREN. Building Bridges, Media. Two fall sessions forming,
DRIVERS TRAINING. Two courses: “Classroom (Highway
Safety)” and “Behind the Wheel” offered by the Chester County
Intermediate Unit. Info/brochure: www.cciu.org/Departments/
CustomEd/drivereducationpdfs/DriverEd2009-10.pdf or 484237-5189.
EDUCARE STREET SMARTS. KenCrest’s extended
school-day transition support for students with autism and other
developmental disabilities. Building bridges to the community for
school-age children 13-to-21 years. Info: 610-636-1575.
FEEDING. SPARC, Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
Center in partnership with West Chester University. 1160
McDermott Dr., West Chester. Evaluations and treatment in
clinic, home, and community/school. Info: 610-430-5678, or
sparc@wcupa.edu.
HOMEWORK. BRIDGE ACADEMY and COMMUNITY
CENTER. For ages four-to-18 years or 18 years and up.
Homework Club, arts and crafts, dance, sewing, carpentry,
computer classes. Info/registration: Jordan at 610-466-9505, or
Jordan.crans@gmail.com.
MENTORING. CHESTER COUNTY FUTURES. – School
and community-based mentoring program for ages 14-to-18
years. Info/registration: Kathy at 610-516-1050, or
kmclaughlin@ccfutures.org.
MENTORING. GIFTS. Mentoring program for teen-age girls
ages 13-to-18 years. Info/registration: Jackie at 610-384-3344,
or jcarter@nlicf.org.
QUEST
Therapeutic Services, Inc.
Located in the West Chester/Marshallton area, we are a non-profit pediatric
therapy program for children with special needs.
Our programs include:
Hippotherapy — Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists use the horse as a
tool to achieve therapy goals in children from the age of 2 years old.
Therapeutic Riding — Instructors teach adapted riding skills.
Equestrian Special Olympics — Children experience the thrill of training and
competing in horse shows.
Early Intervention Program — Therapists and other support services work with
families and caregivers to enhance the growth and acquisition of skills of children
with special needs aged birth to three.
Candidates for this program include children with cerebral palsy, spina bifida,
down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, sensory integration dysfunction,
autism/PDD, developmental delays, and learning disabilities.
Cost for therapy services is covered under most medical insurance plans.
For more information please call Sandra McCloskey, P.T., HPCS at 610-692-6362
Quest Therapeutic is a 501c3 non-profit organization
Donations, volunteers and fund-raising opportunities are always welcome.
461 Cann Road, West Chester
610-692-6362 • www.QuestTherapeutic.com
MENTORING. TIMS. Mentoring program for youth ages 11to-18 years. Info/registration: Alphonse at 610-384-8595, or
anewsuan@comcast.net.
MENTORING. YOUNG LIFE. Mentoring and youth
programs for ages 14-to-18 years. Info/registration: Josh at 484354-9496 or jdcrans@aol.com.
MUSIC. “MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC,” an interactive parentchild music group. The ARC of Chester County, West Chester.
Group for 0-to-3-year-olds Wednesdays from 9:15-10 a.m.;
group for 3-to-5-year-olds Fridays 9:15-10 a.m. $80. Class
limited to 10 children. Info/registration: Janice at 610-696-8090,
ext. 200.
MUSIC. TEMPO MUSIC THERAPY SERVICES. West
Chester and King of Prussia. Individual and group music
therapy sessions for children, teens and adults as well as
inclusive family music (Music Together) classes. Info: 610-3447030, or www.tempotherapy.com.
READING. –COATESVILLE AREA LIBRARY. Reading
programs, story-time, play groups, family groups and special
events for ages birth to 12 years. Info: 610-384-4115.
RECREATION. FREE LIFETIME ACCESS PASS to
NATIONAL PARKS for permanent residents with a permanent
disability. Links/info: www.store.usgs.gov/pass/access.html.
RECREATION. COATESVILLE ARTS and RECREATION
DEPARTMENT. Summer/winter basketball leagues, summer
programs and art classes for ages eight-to-15 years. Info: 610384-0300.
RECREATION. COMMUNI-TEENS. A service and
recreational program for teens using wrap-around services and
neighborhood peers sponsored by The Institute for Behavioral
Change. Limited to 10 teens. Contact: 610-383-1432.
RECREATION. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT. First Friday each
month at 7 pm. The Journey Church in West Chester. Movies
shown on 9x13-foot big screen. Soda and popcorn provided.
Info: Scott Smith, pastor, at Scott@thejourneywc.org.
RECREATION. FUN CLUB. For 6-to-12-year-olds one
Saturday a month. Community fun. Info: lmeyers@arcof
chestercounty.org, or 610-696-8090, ext. 240.
CONFERENCES: www.CHADD.org/Content/CHADD/
Conferences_Training/ParenttoParentProgram/Online_Parent_to
_Parent_Class/.
ASCEND EVENTS: www.ascendgroup.org/.
CHADD AD/HD TRAININGS: Local — www.chadd.org/ 222.
CHESTER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT COURSES:
www.cciu.org and click “courses.”
DPW OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMS (PUNS,
Consolidated Waiver, IFSP, etc):Web site: www.odpconsulting
.net/. Web casts: www. odpconsulting.net/index.php?option
=com_content&task=view&id=163&Itemid=223.
NAMI MH EVENTS: namipa.nami.org/programs index.htm.
PATTAN TRAININGS: www.pattan.net/profdev/
trainingcalendar.aspx.
ACTIVITIES, SUPPORTS
for CHILDREN & TEENS
ACADEMICS. AFTERNOON PROGRAM for K-AGE.
Crossroads School, North Valley Road, Paoli. Supplemental
support in academic/language areas. For children enrolled in
traditional AM kindergartens, needing a more enriched school
experience in a small group setting with individualized attention.
Info: 610-296-6765. Web site: www.TheCrossroadsSchool.net.
ACADEMICS. School-based academic support program for
ages 14-to-18 years. Call Coatesville Rotary at 610-384-9196.
ACTING/DRAMA for 8-to-13-year-olds on the Autism
Spectrum. Six-week program improves communication,
ages 5-9, and 10-13. Monday evenings. Info: 484-574-2858, or
debleoni@comcast.net.
AUTISM. CLASSROOM PROGRAMABLE. Discovery Day
School, Five Points Road, West Chester. Tuesday and Thursday
9:30–12:30 p.m. “Building the Basics through Learning
Experiences” for two-year-olds; run by The ARC of Chester
County (First Step) and taught by a skilled speech therapist with
a unique blend of TEACCH, total communication, positive
reinforcement and child-centered learning. Info/registration:
Anne Bernstein at 610-696-8090.
AUTISM. SPARC (Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
Center), in partnership with West Chester University. Non-profit
clinic serving children, adolescents and young adults with ASD.
Includes: diagnostic services, behavioral therapeutic services,
feeding evaluations and treatment, home programs, academic
tutoring, social skills, consultative services, daycare/school/
service providers, consulting services, babysitting/respite care.
Located on the WCU campus. Info: sparc@wcupa.edu, or 610430-5678.
AUTISM. SUPPORT GROUP for parents of children under
five years with autism. St. Matthew's United Church of Christ,
2350 Conestoga Rd, Chester Springs. Share experiences, voice
questions, seek advice and share in laughter with other parents.
Call Janice at 610-696-8090 for dates and times.
AUTISM. TODDLER/PRE-SCHOOL PLAY GROUP for
children with ASDs. Structured play dates where children can
develop social/play skills w/peers, while parents network with
and support each other. Communicate through Yahoo group:
groups. yahoo.com/group/ASD_Playgroup/ Subscribe by
sending email to ASD_Playgroup-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.
COMPUTERS. Low-cost, refurbished computers available
for $50 to $300 for qualifying families. Download an application
from web site: www.TeamChildren.com. Info: 610-666-1795.
RECREATION. LITTLE LEAGUE. Spring 2010 registration
for West Chester West Side Little League Challenger Division
(ages five-to-21 years). Practice once a week beginning midMarch; games begin April. Info/registration: Ellen or Andrew at
610-344-0979, or Challenger@westside littleleague.org.
RECREATION – SYNERGY RECREATION. Home-based
services offering personalized activities, and designing
meaningful recreational experiences by building on client's
current interests and helping people create lasting relationships
within families and communities. All about fun! Info: Heather at
synergyrecreation.com, or 610-324-8307.
RECREATION. TEEN CLUB. For 13-to-21-year-olds, one
Saturday a month for four-plus hours. Community based. Info:
Lori at 610-696-8090, ext. 240, or lmeyers@arcofchestercounty
.org.
RESPITE. ARC of Chester County TAP PROGRAM
(Temporary Assistance Provider) offers one-on-one respite
assistance to families by the hour, day or week. All ages. Info:
Janine at 610-696-8090, ext. 239, or jcaldwell@arcofchester
county.org.
RESPITE. ARCares (ages 18+) COMMUNITY RESPITE
and EXCURSION SERVICES RESPITE PROGRAM. Planned
community excursions each month at same time of month allow
caregivers to schedule respite time on a consistent basis. Info:
Janine at 610-696-8090, ext. 239.
RESPITE. CHESTER COUNTY RESPITE NETWORK.
Respite provider as well as in-school 1:1 support service
provider (personal care assistants), participating in the
Phoenixville Grant program, Waivers, family-driven dollars,
agency pay, and private pay for respite. School services are
funded by the districts. Info: Donna at respitenetwork@
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RESPITE. MH HELPING HANDS. Respite for caregivers
with children from birth to 21 years living in Chester County who
receive MH services.Info: jcaldwell@arcofchestercounty .org, or
610-696-8090, ext. 239.
RESPITE. PARENT’S NIGHT OUT. Opportunities for worryfree nights out.YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, Coatesville.
Info: brendae@cciu.org, or 484-237-5354. Calendar of events:
www. autismallianceofchestercounty.org.
RESPITE. WCUPA AUTISM RESPITE CARE. West Chester
University student volunteers trained in ASD and behavior
principles provide free in-home respite care to families of
children on the spectrum. Weekday evenings. To receive respite
services, contact Dr. Corinne Murphy, WCU assistant professor,
at cmurphy@wcupa.edu.
RIDING. HOPE SPRINGS EQUESTRIAN THERAPY. Green
Lane Road, Malvern. Weekly group and individual sessions and
summer programs. Info: Jeannie Knowlton at 610-827-0931.
RIDING. MAKING STRIDES HIPPOTHERAPY and
THERAPEUTIC RIDING. Programs and instruction for both
typically developing children and adults as well as those with
disabilities. Individual programming and flexible schedule with
physical therapist. Brinton’s Bridge Road, West Chester. Info:
610-656-8438, or Robin.Langerhans@comcast.net.
RIDING. QUEST THERAPEUTIC SERVICES, INC., Cann
Road, West Chester, provides a full range of therapy services,
including hippotherapy, with flexible scheduling with OT/PT and
therapeutic horseback riding for children with special needs.
Indoor arena heated for year-round use. Some types of
insurance reimbursable. Info: 610-692-6362, or Sandra
McCloskey@msn.com.
RIDING. BARN at SPRINGBROOK FARM, Locust Grove
Road, West Chester, offers animal-assisted activities for children
with disabilities. Provides a loving and caring environment in
which children have fun while interacting with farm animals for
the purpose of gaining knowledge, confidence and self-esteem.
Info: 610-793-1037. Web site: www.springbrook-farm.org.
SCOUTING. GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN
PENNSYLVANIA. Girl Scout Troop for disabled girls and nondisabled girls who would like to join as buddies. Ages 6-to-13
years. Meets in an accessible home on the Honey
Brook/Coatesville border with three cats and one dog as
honorary members of the troop. Info: Meira at 610-273-7858, or
meira-harvey@att.net.
SCOUTING. BOY SCOUT TROOP 599, Hawk Mountain
Council. For boys and young men with special needs 11 years
old and up. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Old Swede Road, Amity
Township. Cost: $40/year. Info: Chris or Kim Murray at
cm6klr@dejazzd.com, 610-404-1206, 484-638-4906 or 484-6382002.
SCOUTING. CUB SCOUT PACK 599, Hawk Mountain
Council. For boys 7-to-11 years old with special needs. St.
Paul’s Lutheran Church, Old Swede Road, Amity Township.
Cost: $40/year. Info Chris or Kim Murray at cm6klr@
dejazzd.com, 610-404-1206, 484-638-4906 or 484-638-2002.
SCOUTING. CUB SCOUT PACK 64, Chester County. For
boys on the Autism Spectrum. St Phillip and James Church,
Exton. Web site: www.cubscoutpack64.com.
SELF-ADVOCACY. PENNSYLVANIA YOUTH
LEADERSHIP SELF-ADVOCACY. Monthly conference calls to
explore topics of interest to young self-advocates. First Sunday
each month from 7-8 p.m. Info: 1-309-946-5255 (access code
376191#). Visit the PYLN web site at www.pyln.pbwiki.com for
additional information.
SENSORY. SNACK and PLAY: A PLAYGROUP for
CHILDREN 3-to-5 YEARS who ARE “FUSSY EATERS.” One
group of five children will meet three times per week for four
weeks, led by an instructor and an OT. Info: Karen Schillinger of
Easter Seals at 610-873-3990.
SIBLING GROUPS ONGOING. Second Saturday each
month. Wayne. 8:45-10 a.m.for 4-to-6-year-olds and 10-noon for
7-to-11-year-olds. Uses play, arts and crafts, snack, talking, and
stories. Facilitators: Dale Fisher, LCSW; Deirdre Miller, MA. Cost
$35. Info: 610-668-8890. E-mail: dalefish2000@aol.com.
SIBSHOPS for 8-to-13-year-old brothers and sisters of
children with special needs. Mixture of new games, discussion
and guest speakers. Brandywine YMCA, Coatesville. Session
info: 610-783-1788, ext. 223. E-mail: rkbrenneman@childand
familyfocus.org.
SIBSHOPS. Second Saturday each month (September
through May). Creative Health Services, Pottstown. Info: 610326-2767. E-mail: jtyson@creativehs.org.
SIBSHOPS for TEENS. Info: 610-783-1788, ext. 223. Email: rkbrenneman@childandfamilyfocus.org.
SOCIAL SKILLS/GROUPS. Theraplay, Inc., 638
Brandywine Parkway, West Chester. Info: 610-436-3604, ext.
12, or mhugel@theraplayinc.com. Web site: www.theraplay
inc.com.
SOCIAL SKILLS/GROUPS. Little Wonders Child Growth
and Development Center, Inc., Germantown Pike and Swede
Road, East Norriton. Led by licensed speech pathologist and
physical therapist. Dynamic, interactive and fun sessions. Info:
610-275-KIDS.
SOCIAL SKILLS. PROMPT and PLAY CENTER. For 3-to18-year-olds in need of social skills, life skills and counseling.
Web site: www.promptandplay.com.
SOCIAL SKILLS. YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL CLUB/TEEN
CLUB of CHESTER COUNTY, sponsored by Easter Seals of
Southeastern Pennsylvania for teens/young adults with
disabilities. Meets twice a month, usually the first and third
Fridays each month. Have lots of fun exploring community,
karaoke, dance, cook and socializing. Info: Kim at 610-5652353.
SOCIAL SKILLS. YOUNG CHILDREN GROUP (4-to-6year-olds). Wayne. Second Saturday each month. 8:45-10 a.m.
Info: Dale Fisher at 610-668-8890. E-mail: dalefish2000@
aol.com.
SPORTS. COATESVILLE AREA LITTLE LEAGUE. Little
League Baseball Program for ages five-to-18 years.
Info: Pat at 610-384-5689.
SPORTS. COATESVILLE MIDGET FOOTBALL. Little
League football, cheerleading program and flag football for ages
four-to-14 years. Info: Patty 610-384-2404.
SUMMER CAMP for AMPUTEES/THOSE with LIMB
DIFFERENCES. www.amputee-coalition.org/fact sheets/Kids
camps.html.
ADOPTION: FOLLOWING ADOPTION PARENT SUPPORT
GROUP. Focusing on Attachment Disorder/other issues for
parents of adopted children. Meets second Tuesday each
month. Room 339, Government Services Center, 601 Westtown
Rd, West Chester. 7-9 p.m. Info: Dianne at dckuchlak@aol.com;
610-280-9555, ext. 3; Nancy at 610-255-3664, or nancyjhg
@comcast.net. Web site: www.attachment disorderhelp
.homestead.com, and www.attachment disorder.net.
APRAXIA SUPPORT GROUP. Info/dates/times: Wendy at
wenobrooks@aol.com or Lia at jimliagorman@comcast.net.
APRIL 2010
/ListServ. Info: Jennifer M. Seale, M.S. CCC-SLP, at seale@
temple.edu, or voice mail at 215-204-3032.
COMMUNITY CARE FAMILY ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
Community Care manages mental health and substance abuse
treatment services for individuals with MA under Health Choices
program. The Advisory committee meetings are held quarterly.
Info: 1-866-771-1259.
CONCERNED PARENTS of PHOENIXVILLE AREA
SCHOOL DISTRICT. Info: CPPASD, Box 633, Phoenixville,
Pa.,19460, or forconcernparents@yahoo.com.
ASCEND-DELAWARE COUNTY CHAPTER meets the
second Tuesday every other month. Grace Chapel, Darby and
Eagle roads, Havertown. 7:30 p.m. Info: Deirdre at 610-4496776. E-mail: dcwright@ascend group.org. Web site: www.
ascend group.org.
DEPRESSION/BI-POLAR SUPPORT GROUP for MH
consumers. Thursdays. Community Crossroads Peer Support
Center, 825 Paoli Pike, West Chester. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info John
at 610-429-1702. E-mail: community.crossroads@hhinc.org.
ASCEND-SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY, WEST GROVE
meets the second Wednesday each month. Avon Grove Charter
School. 7 p.m. Info: 610-345-1156. E-mail: JaneLeeT@aol.com.
DIFFICULT/CHALLENGING TEEN-PARENT SUPPORT
GROUP meets at Willowdale Chapel, Rt. 82, Unionville. Info:
610-274-2248.
ASPERGER’S/ASCEND-WEST CHESTER meets the third
Tuesday each month. Grove United Methodist Church, Room
210, West Chester. 7-9 p.m. Networking and support. 9:3011:30 a.m. Info: 610-701-0466. E-mail: Barb.Sullivan@
comcast.net.
“DOUBLE TROUBLE.” Consumer support group for those
recovering from addiction and mental health problems.
Tuesdays and Thursdays. Community Crossroads Peer Support
Center, 825 Paoli Pike, West Chester. 3:30-5 p.m. Call John at
610-429-1702. E-mail: community.crossroads@hhinc.org.
SUMMER CAMP – HEMIPLEGIA AND STROKE (CHASA).
www.chasa.org/summercamps.htm.
ASPERGER SUPPORT GROUP of WEST-MONT meets
the third Wednesday each month. St. Luke's United Church of
Christ, 200 W. Main St., Collegeville. Support, information,
educational programs, social/buddy groups. Info: Valarie at 610454-7217.
DOWN SYNDROME INTEREST GROUP of CHESTER
COUNTY meets the first Thursday each month.The ARC in
West Chester. 7:30 p.m. RSVP to Hotline: 610-889-0291. Web
site: www.ccdsig.org. Note: Newsletter is going to e-mail format
only; send in your e-mail address to DSIG.
SUMMER CAMP — SPECIAL NEEDS. www.mysummer
camps.com/camps/Special Needs Camps/index.html.
www.tinyurl.com/yzr66da.
ATTACHMENT DISORDER NETWORK ONLINE
SUPPORT. E-mail: Nancy@radzebra.org or julieb@radzebra
.org.
DOWNINGTOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPPORT
for PARENTS of STUDENTS with SPECIAL NEEDS meets the
fourth Tuesday each month. Lionville Middle School. 7 p.m. Info:
Talis.family@comcast.net or 610-518-2343.
THEATER. CHILDREN’S THEATER. Children’s theater
program for ages 11-to-14 years. Info: Rev. Sherry at 610-3844771.
AUTISM ASA PHILADELPHIA LIST-SERVE for families of
adults with ASD and related disorders. Restricted to family
members in Pennsylvania. Join at health.groups.yahoo.com/
group/FamiliesOfAdultsAutism-ASAphilly/.
SUMMER CAMP for those with CHRONIC, LIFETHREATENING ILLNESS/DISABILITY. www.brave-kids.org/
camps.
SUMMER CAMP —CANCER. www.acor.org/ped-onc
/cfissues/camp.html.
SUMMER CAMP for the DEAF or HARD of HEARING.
www.tinyurl.com/yzk3ngx.
SUMMER CAMP – DIABETES. www.childrenwith
diabetes.com/camps or www.diabetescamps.org/.
SUMMER CAMP. EASTER SEALS DIRECTORY of DAY
and RESIDENTIAL CAMPS. www.easterseals.com/site/Page
Server?pagename=ntl_directory_camprec.
VOCATIONAL/GED-CHESTER COUNTY OPPORTUNITIES
INDUSTRIALIZATION CENTER. GED, computer, employment
and certified nursing training for ages 16-to-24 years. Info: 610692-2344, Joyce Chester at jchester@cc-oic.org or Gina Venuti
at gvenuti@cc-oic.org.
VOCATIONAL/GED-CAREER LINK. Adult, GED
preparation, vocational training, resume writing, computer
workshops and Job Corp fo ages 16-to-adult. Info: 610-3849393.
VOCATIONAL/TRANSITIONAL-EARN CENTER. Job
readiness, occupational training, employment activities and
retention for ages 18-to-24 years. Info: Lila at 610-384-6900 or
lsingleton@chesco.org.
WORSHIP. REJOICING SPIRITS WORSHIP SERVICE.
Second Sunday each month. 4 p.m. Innovative inclusive
ministry at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Lionville/Exton. Lots of
music, refreshments, fellowship follow the service. Info: 610363-6264, info@rejoicingspirits.org, or www.rejoicingspirits.org.
All faiths welcome.
YOUTH OUTREACH UNION. Peer-driven support and
advocacy network of young adults for young adults. Web site:
www.youthoutreachunion.com.
SUPPORT/ADVOCACY GROUPS
RIGHT-to-EDUCATION TASK FORCE-CHESTER COUNTY
usually meets the second Thursday each month. Chester
County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown. 10-12:30 p.m. Get
involved and improve your skills as an advocate. Meets
September through June. Info/activity schedule/resource
manual: www.righttoed .org or contact Lauren LaFountain at
LaurenL@cciu.org, or 484-237-5057; voice mail 610-696-8090,
ext. 348. Task force monitors and advises local special
education services, provides training and network opportunities
for parents and informs public about state/national special
education issues. Time set aside at every meeting to address
individual concerns.
RIGHT-to-EDUCATION TASK FORCE, DELAWARE
COUNTY. Delaware County Intermediate Unit, Room 171, 200
Yale Ave., Morton. 6-8 p.m. Training opportunities. Info: 610938-9000, ext. 4037.
RIGHT-to-EDUCATION STATE TASK FORCE via
videoconference. May 12. PaTTAN, King of Prussia. 10-noon.
Info: King of Prussia office at 1-800-441-3215. Get involved.
ADOPTION. SHARING OUR ADOPTION RESOURCES
(SOAR). Parent support group discussing joys and challenges
of raising post-institutionalized, school-age children adopted
internationally. E-mail: Lvandivner@aol.com.
ADULTS with PHYSICAL DISABILITIES SUPPORT
GROUP. For young/older adults to share information support,
socialization, resources. Info: 610-524-5850. E-mail: LindaR
@ccdisability.org.
The ARC’s “AGENCY with CHOICE” PROGRAM for MR
WAIVER SERVICES. Would you like to have more control over
the services a person with MR receives via his/her ISP, and/or
be able to select your own provider of MR services. Contact
AWC Program Director Kari Burdeau at 610-696-8090, ext. 241,
or kburdeau@arcofchestercounty.org.
ARCONNECTIONS empowers parents of special needs
students through training in the special education process,
sharing of resources/ knowledge, and the offering of emotional
support from other parents who are also working to get
appropriate educational supports for their children. Info: Connie
or Barbara at 610-696-8090, ext. 220. Web site: www.arcof
chestercounty.org.
ADOLESCENT SUPPORT GROUP. E-mail: Lvandivner@
aol.com. CHILDREN'S SUPPORT PROGRAM. E-mail: pkfunk
@verizon.net.
ADOPTION: Orientation/information nights will be held for
those interested in low-cost adoptions. Friends Association, 206
N. Church St., West Chester. Call Melrena Flowers at 610-4313598, ext. 209, to attend or if you have questions about the
program.
AUTISM ALLIANCE MEETING. Chester County
Intermediate Unit, Boot Road, Downingtown. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Info: Brenda, Autism Network coordinator, at brendae@cciu.org,
or 484-237-5354. Ask about Parents' Night Out events.
EARLY INTERVENTION — CHESTER COUNTY LICC.
Room 300, Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown.
9:30-11:30 a.m. Meetings for professionals and parents with
children with special needs in the early intervention years.
Mission: support families and enhance the quality of services.
Info/newsletter/event listing: Co-chair Patty at 610-436-3600,
pmiller@theraplayinc.com, co-chair Lynne at 610-344-5946 or
lgoetting@chesco.org.
AUTISM. CHESTER COUNTY AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP.
Parent luncheons around the county and families-only listserv
(chesterco-supportgroup@yahoogroups .com), open by
invitation. Get connected. Info: Jane at 610-345-1156. E-mail:
JaneLeet@aol.com.
EDUCATION for ALL COALITION of PENNSYLVANIA
works together to promote education that includes all children.
Online community, Parent Consultant Network, training/technical
assistance. Info: Diane Perry at 610-522-0698. E-mail:
dperry300@paedforall.org. Web site: www.paedforall.org.
AUTISM — DELCO FAMILY “PASS” (PDD/Autism
Spectrum Support). Monthly support meetings, newsletter,
scholarships and parents-only listserv. Info: 610-626-9511,
www.delcofamily pass.com or barbzimmerman@delcofamily
pass.com.
ESPECIALLY FOR PARENTS. On-line support group for
parents of children with special health care needs. Visit
www.pamedicalhome.org and click on the “Parents” button.
AUTISM GROUP for FAMILIES and CAREGIVERS of
ADULTS on the SPECTRUM. Coordinated by the Adult
Services Committee of the ASA of Greater Philadelphia Chapter
for those with loved ones on the autism spectrum 17 years old
and above. Support and learn from each other. Web site:
groups.yahoo .com/group/FamiliesOfAdultsAutism-ASAphilly.
AUTISM — SPARC (Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
Center). Non-profit clinic, In partnership with West Chester
University, serves children, adolescents and young adults with
ASD. Includes: Diagnostic Services, Behavioral Therapeutic
Services, Feeding Evaluations and Treatment, Home Programs,
Academic Tutoring, Social Skills, Consultative Services,
Daycare/school/service providers Consulting Services,
Babysitting/Respite Care. Located on the WCU campus. Info:
sparc@wcupa.edu, or 610-430-5678.
AUTISM – TACA (“Talk about Curing Autism”). National
non-profit now holds monthly meetings in Pennsylvania on the
first Friday each month. 16 Campus Blvd., Suite 200, Newtown
Square. Info: Honey at 610-405-5388, or honey.rinicella@
tacanow.org. Web site: www.tacanow.org.
AUTISM WEB SITE: The Help Group —
www.thehelpgroup.org/autism-info.htm#programs. Various
downloads and articles.
BRAIN INJURY. ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY NETWORK
SUPPORT EVENTS and NEWSLETTER. www.abin-pa.org,
Mailing list: 215-699-3391, or b2272@prodigy.net.
CARING COMMUNITIES COALITION MEETING. COAD,
Exton. Info/date and time: Kathleen at gyphy@kennett.net.
CELIAC - MALVERN R.O.C.K. (Raising our Celiac Kids)
New. A free support group for parents, families and friends of
kids on the gluten-free diet because of celiac disease, gluten
intolerance, autism, ADD/ADHD, allergies, or personal
preference. Info/registration: www.malvernrock.org or e-mail Jen
Manzi at Jennifer_manzi@yahoo.com.
CHADD – CHESTER COUNTY CHILDREN and ADULTS
with ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER –. PARENT/TEACHER
MEETINGS. Support/education meetings at Kesher Israel
Congregation, West Chester. CHADD Message Line 610-4294060. Web site: www.chestercountychadd.org; for specific dates
and topics visit www.CHADD.net/222.
CHESTER COUNTY HEALTH and HUMAN SERVICES.
Web search — search for services provided in Chester County
by category, key word, or agency/program name. Web site:
www.referweb.net/chesco/.
CHESTER COUNTY COLLABORATIVE BOARD. Service
providers, community, parents addressing issues involving
children/ families. Info: Kathy Brauner at 610-344-5262.
CHESTER COUNTY FAMILY and COMMUNITY
PARTNERSHIP. Families, funders, providers, community
organizations working together to build awareness, share
information, improve efforts on behalf of children and families in
Chester County. Info: 610-783-1788, ext. 223. E-mail:
rkbrenneman@childandfamilyfocus.org.
COMMUNICATE PA. COMMUNITY. 0n-line community for
individuals with complex communication needs and their
families, advocates, service providers, policy makers and other
stakeholders. Web site: http:// communicatepa.wikispaces.com/.
To join the listserv: http://communicatepa.wikispaces.com
EXCEPTIONAL CHILD SUPPORT GROUP for parents with
children with all types of exceptionalities. Discuss educational
ideas to help all children experience success and shine, and
currently sponsor a special child in the community. Info:
JaneLeeT@aol.com, or 610-345-1156.
FEELING BLUE SUICIDE PREVENTION COUNCIL. Nonprofit community service organization in St. David’s serving the
tri-state area. Now offering trainings. Info: 1-800-273-TALK. Web
site: www.feelingblue.org.
FOSTER CARE. Orientation and information for those
interested in becoming foster parents. Friends Association, West
Chester. Info/registration: Melrena Flowers at 610-431-3598,
ext. 209.
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS/ADVOCACY COMMITTEE of
THE ARC OF CHESTER COUNTY. The ARC of Chester
County, West Chester. Info: 610-696-8090, ext. 220.
GREAT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT PARENTS of
SPECIAL NEEDS and THE GIFTED. Support group,
presentations and parent information center. Meets at the
district office, Malvern. Visit information center at the Great
Valley Middle School. Info: Sandra at 610-640-0507. E-mail:
SADDSMom @aol.com.
HARD OF HEARING CHILDREN meets the fourth Tuesday
each month. CHADD, 139 W. Market St., West Chester. Contact
Janine Ruch if you are interested in joining us. Info: ruchjm@
comcast.net, or 610-918-6250.
HOPEWELL SPECIAL PARENT SUPPORT GROUP meets
the first Wednesday each month September through April.
Hopewell United Methodist Church, 852 Hopewell Rd.,
Downingtown. All welcome to join for a relaxed and informal
time of devotions and prayer. Contact: Rose at
garyrose@verizon.net or Vicki at vicki@hopewell.org.
H.O.P.E. (Helping by Offering Prayer and
Encouragement). Christian support for parents of special
needs children. Downingtown. Info: Karyn at 610-873-4698; or
Debbie at 484-888-5443. E-mail: musictchr@earthlink.net.
KIDS TOGETHER, INC. Volunteer, non-profit provides
information on inclusive communities/education. Advocates,
listing service. E-mail: staff@ kidstogether.org. Web site: www.
kidstogether.org.
MH — BRIGHT FUTURES. Helping those in recovery
access their educational and employment goals. Open to any
Chester County resident who is in mental health recovery. No
cost for classes or materials. Funded by the Chester County
Department of MH/MR. Classes two days a week for nine
weeks from 9-noon. Info: Carelink at 610-429-1702 or Chester
County MH/MR at 610-344-6265.
MH — CONSUMER WARM LINE. 877-846-2722.
MH — VALLEY CREEK CRISIS CENTER. 877-918-2100.
MH FAMILY MEMBERS SUPPORT GROUP, Eastern
Chester County, meets the fourth Wednesday each month.
Daylesford Abbey, Paoli. 7 p.m. Info: 610-296-8036.
MH RE-INTEGRATION. Local site: Stepping Stones
Clubhouse. Info: Stepping_Stones@verizon.net.
MOTHERS of CHILDREN with DISABILITIES SUPPORT
GROUP. Mondays. The ARC of Chester County, West Chester.
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APRIL 2010
SPECIAL NEEDS
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‘Acting Antics’
Acting Antics, 310 Swinehart Rd., Glenmoore, is hosting its third annual fund-raiser,
a musical revue entitled ‘Acting Antics Extravaganza: Storytime!’ on Saturday, April
17 from 1-4 p.m. at Downingtown High School East auditorium, 50 Devon Dr.,
Downingtown. Acting Antics is a non-profit organization founded in 2000 by
Chester County educator and author Cindy Schneider. With 27 years of special
education experience, Schneider created Acting Antics to provide social instruction
to students, diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other social
disabilities, through music and drama. In 2007, a permanent home in Glenmoore
opened. Classes are enjoyed by students at the Swinehart Road location and via
area school districts. The annual fund-raiser supports the Acting Antics
Scholarship Fund, which makes classes available to all students in need,
regardless of whether they can afford tuition. The scholarship fund is critical in
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9:30-10:30 a.m. Coordinated/facilitated by The ARC of Chester
County and The YWCA Mother's Center. Purpose: to meet,
share experiences, learn from one another. You are not alone.
Registration: 610-692-3737.
NAMI (NATIONAL ALLIANCE on MENTAL ILLNESS).
Vast information and resources: www.nami.org. Children and
adolescent issues: www.nami.org/caac. Medications, stigma,
faith net, family to family, peer-to-peer, veterans, resources,
networking, membership, persons missing, etc.
NAMI CAN. Support group for families of a child or
adolescent up to age 22 with severe emotional disturbances
meets the second Monday each month. Central Presbyterian
Church, Downingtown. 7-9 p.m. Call ahead: 610-935-0739 or
610-296-0377.
network. Info: 1-800-947-4941. E-mail: pafamilies@comcast
.net.
PARENTS OF PREEMIES, a support for parents of preterm babies in the NCIU or at home, meets the fourth
Thursday each month. 74 Pottstown Pike, Suite 1001, Chester
Springs. 7 p.m. Info: Melissa Anstine t 610-715-5253 or e-mail
Support@ ThePreemieLife.com.
PENNSYLVANIA FAMILY SUPPORT ALLIANCE. Support
and education group meets at CYWA in Coatesville. Info: 610384-9591.
NAMI CHESTER COUNTY HELPLINE – 610-430-0177.
REACTIVE ATTACHMENT DISORDER /DIFFICULTIES
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP. Lincoln University area. Info:
Nancy at 610-255-3664.
RECOVERY, INTERNATIONAL. Support group for adults
seeking self-help addressing nervous symptoms and fears.
Wednesdays. Phoenixville area. 7-9 p.m. Info: 610-415-0920.
NAMI-FAMILY-to-FAMILY. Family member
education/coping course (free). 7-9 p.m. weekly for 12 weeks.
Regard to persons 18 years and older who have a severe
mental illness. Instructors are trained NAMI family members.
Must call ahead: 484-947-5673.
“RECOVERY WORKS” CONSUMER SUPPORT GROUP
(formerly Schizophrenia Support Group). Tuesdays.
Community Crossroads Peer Support Center, 825 Paoli Pike,
West Chester. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info: John at 610-429-1702. Email: community. crossroads@hhinc.org.
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP meets the second
Thursday each month. Phoenixville. MH facilitator attends. Call
ahead. Info: 610-430-0177 or e-mail gmurphy4@verizon.net.
SELF-DETERMINATION ACTION TEAM meets the first
Wednesday each month. Government Services Center, 601
Westtown Rd., West Chester. Call for time. Help implement
changes to the MR system through education, and
identification of needs, by challenging barriers that limit funding
and community resources. Info: Sue at 610-344-6265. E-mail:
sberg@chesco.org.
NAMI GRIEF and LOSS FAMILY and FRIENDS
SUPPORT GROUP meets the second Thursday each month.
Held at private home. 7-9 p.m. MH facilitator attends. For MH
family members, who have experienced death of a loved one
or loss of hope/dreams of a loved one who develops mental
illness. Info/RSVP: 610-269-3476.
NAMI MH FAMILY MEMBERS SUPPORT GROUP for
Eastern Chester County meets the fourth Wednesday each
month. Daylesford Abbey, Paoli. 7 p.m. MH facilitator. Info:
610-296-8036.
NAMI PEER-to-PEER. MH education course taught by
trained MH consumers to MH consumers. Contact Marian
Stevenson Jr. at 610-384-6058 or 610-293-1422 to register.
NAMI PAOLI REGION FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP meets
the fourth Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Call ahead: 610-2968036.
NAMI SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY family support
group meets the first Thursday each month. Friends Meeting
House, Rt. 82, Kennett Square. 7:30-9 p.m. Info: 610-4445993.
NAMI SUPPORT GROUP for FAMILIES AFFECTED by
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY\DISORDER. Info: 610-6470177.
OWEN J. ROBERTS Parents of Special Needs Students
meets the third Wednesday each month. Large Group Room,
OJR High School, Bucktown. 7:30-9 p.m. Speakers, open
forum and support. E-mail: Banks207@aol.com.
PARENT NETWORK. Workshops held the second
Tuesday each month. East Brandywine Township Building,
1214 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown. 8 p.m. Info: Martie Muzzy
at 610-696-8211, or trmfoundation@gmail.com.
PENNSYLVANIA FAMILIES INC. Statewide family
@verizon.net. Web site: patourettesyndrome.org.
TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT B.U.I.L.D.
(Better Understanding of Individuals with Learning Disabilities).
Call for date and time. Education Services Center, 738 First
Ave., Berwyn. Info: 610-202-4371. Web site: tesd.k12.pa.us.
TRANSITION COUNCIL MEETING. Quarterly meetings. Is
your child 14-to-21-years-old and preparing for transition from
high school to employment, independence, or further
education? Info: Cindy at 484-237-5000.
TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY. Group meets the second
PHYSICAL DISABILITIES-SUPPORT GROUP for
PARENTS of CHILDREN with CP and OTHER PHYSICAL
DISABILITIES. Exton. Share information, knowledge,
resources and support. Info: Jen at CPA of CC at 610-5245850. E-mail: JEshenbaugh@ccdisability.org.
NAMI-PENNSYLVANIA. www.namipa.org.
NAMI CHESTER COUNTY. General meetings the third
Thursday each month. Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, Paoli
Pike and Line Road, Malvern. 7-9 p.m. Guest presenters. Info:
484-947-5643. Web site: chester.nami.org.
helping cover the costs of hiring experienced, professional instructors and to pay
the overhead expenses involved with running the programs. The ‘Acting Antics
Extravaganza’ is a rollicking two hours of song and dance from popular Broadway
shows and contemporary artists, presented by local performers and Antics
students. Children in the audience join in the fun with audience-participation
numbers. Intermission features raffles, children’s games and refreshments. Doors
open at 12:30 p.m. for this open seating show. Admission is a $10 tax-deductible
donation per person. Reservations are not required. For more information about
Acting Antics and this year’s fund-raiser, contact Schneider at either 610-913-6081
or cindy@actingantics.org; visit www.actingantics.org; or contact Julia Liebhardt,
publicity volunteer, at liebhaus@yahoo.com or 484-678-9775.
SEVERE and PROFOUND SUPPORT meets the second
Tuesday each month. Exton Speciality Care Center, Children’s
Hospital of Philadelphia. 7:30-9:30 p.m. For parents of children
with severe/profound disabilities including genetic disorders,
neurological impairments, seizures, MR and physical
limitations. Info: Barbara Beck, RN, CPNP CHOP, Neurology
Department, at 215-590-4583.
STARFISH ADVOCACY ASSOCIATION. Online
community for families of children with neurological disorders
(ADHD, ASD, Bipolar, PDD, SID LD, OCD, Tourette's, etc).
Info: 216-283-2377. Web site: starfishadvocacy.org. E-mail:
starfish@starfish advocacy.org.
SUICIDE PREVENTION COUNCIL — FEELING BLUE.
Non-profit community service organization serving
Pennsylvania and the tri-state area. Box 7193, St. David’s.
Now offering trainings. 1-800-273-TALK. Web site:
www.feelingblue.org.
SUICIDE. CHESTER COUNTY YOUTH SUICIDE
PREVENTION TASK FORCE. COAD, Exton. Info/date and
time: 610-594-9740.
SURVIVORS of SUICIDE SUPPORT meets the second
Wednesday each month. Paoli Memorial Hospital (Potter
Room). 7:30 p.m. Info: 215-545-2242.
SYSTEM of CARE ADVISORY TEAM. Government
Services Center, 601 Westtown Rd., West Chester. Info:
kbrauner@chesco.org.
TOURETTE’S SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP meets the
second Tuesday each month. 7:30-9 p.m. Individual
advocacy/IEP support available. Info: Lesley at 610-409-0833,
lgeyer@comcast.net, Eileen at 610-222-4870 or acklerfamily
Tuesday each month. Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, Malvern. 7
p.m. For survivors, families, caregivers. Info: 610-251-5400.
WEST CHESTER AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
PARENT/CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP meets the first
Wednesday each month. Spellman Administration Building,
829 Paoli Pike, West Chester. 7-9 p.m. Group provides a
resource of information, a place to share knowledge as well as
periodic meetings and presentations for parents of children
with learning differences. Meets September through May.
Info/support: Peggy at 484-571-6725, or mccaughern@yahoo
.com.
—Compiled by Connie Mohn and Dottie Slamon, The ARC
FOR MOMS
KIDS 24
La Leche League
La Leche League meetings in Chester
County: Helping mothers to breastfeed through
mother-to-mother support, encouragement,
information and education. Info: beanmom.com
/laleche.
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Downingtown La Leche League meets
Tuesday, April 27. Messiah Lutheran Church, 46
W. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. 7:30 p.m.
Fathers are welcome for this meeting. Mothersto-be and nursing mothers, and their babies,
welcome. Info: 610-466-7430.
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Exton-Lionville La Leche League meets
Thursday, April 8. Exton Community Baptist
Church, 114 E. Swedesford Rd., Exton. 7:30
p.m. Expecting and nursing mothers, and their
babies, welcome. Info: 610-363-6206.
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Kimberton La Leche League meets Tuesday,
April 6. Centennial Evangelical Lutheran Church,
1330 Hares Hill Rd., Kimberton. 9:30 a.m.
Topics: Extended nursing; benefits and
challenges; loving guidance and gentle
discipline, and toddler safety and tips.
Expecting and nursing mothers, and their
babies, welcome. Info: 610-321-0319.
•
La Leche League of Glenmoore-Elverson
meets Monday, April 19. Forks of the
Brandywine Presbyterian Church, Rt. 322,
Glenmoore. 10 a.m. Expecting and nursing
mothers, and their babies, welcome. Info: 610321-0319.
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La Leche League of Southern Chester
County meets Wednesday, April 21. Avondale
Presbyterian Church, 420 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Avondale. 9:45 a.m. Expecting and nursing
mothers, and their babies, welcome. Info: 610869-4845 or 610-925-3939.
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La Leche League of West Chester meets
Wednesday, April 21. Room 240, West Chester
Borough Building, 401 E. Gay St., West Chester.
9:30 a.m. Topic: “The Advantages of
Breastfeeding.” Expecting and nursing mothers,
and their babies, welcome. Info: 610-344-7433.
MOMS Club
MOMS Clubs of Chester County. Info on any
of the 18 chapters in the county: momsclub
@aol.com.
•
MOMS Club of Chadds Ford meets on the
last Wednesday each month. Brandywine Baptist
Church, Baltimore Pike (Rt. 1), Chadds Ford.
9:30 a.m. All mothers and children living in
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District welcome
(babysitting available). Info: Nicole@cfmoms
club@hotmail.com.
•
MOMS Club of Coatesville meets on the
third Thursday each month. Lutheran Church of
the Good Shepherd, 17th Avenue, Coatesville.
9:30 a.m. All at-home mothers and their
children welcome to attend two meetings for
free before deciding to join. Info: 610-3848470, or www.geocities.com/momsclubof
coatesville.
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MOMS Club of Downingtown East (East
Ward, Bradford Heights, West Bradford and
Beaver Creek elementary schools) meets on the
second Tuesday each month. 10-11:30 a.m.
Central Presbyterian Church, 100 Uwchlan Ave.
(Rt. 113), Downingtown. Moms and children
welcome. E-mail: momsdtowneast@yahoo.com.
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MOMS Club of East BrandywineDowningtown meeting on the third Tuesday
each month. Wallace Township Building, 1250
Creek Rd., Glenmoore. 9:30-11 a.m. Support
group for stay-at-home moms and their children
in Brandywine-Wallace elementary school
attendance area in Downingtown. Info: 484228-8070. E-mail: eastbrandywinemomsclub@
yahoo.com.
•
MOMS Club of Exton East meets on the
fourth Wednesday each month. 10 a.m. Support
group for stay-at-home moms and their
children. Info: 610-350-8348. E-mail: momsclub
extoneast@yahoo.com.
•
MOMS Club of Exton West. Support group
for stay-at-home moms and their children in
Mary C. Howse Elementary School attendance
area in West Chester. For meeting times and
more information, e-mail: extonwestmoms
club@gmail.com.
•
MOMS Club of Great Valley meets on the
third Thursday each month. Malvern United
Methodist Church, 16 Monument Ave. 10 a.m.
Info: 610-889-9911.
•
MOMS Club of Honey Brook meets on the
fourth Thursday each month. Honey Brook
Presbyterian Church. 10:30-noon. Info: 610-3808917.
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MOMS Club of Jennersville meets on the
second Monday each month. 9:30 a.m. Open to
moms in London Grove, New London and Penn
townships and West Grove Borough. Info:
moms.jennersville@gmail.com.
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MOMS Club of Kennett Square meets on the
second Thursday each month. 10 a.m. Children
welcome. Info: kennettmoms@yahoo.com.
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MOMS Club of Landenberg meets on the
second Tuesday each month. West Grove United
Methodist Church, 300 N. Guernsey Rd., West
Grove. 9:30 a.m. Moms and kids welcome. Info:
momscluboflandenberg. E-mail: moms.lberg
meets on the first Wednesday each month.
Support group serves stay-at-home mothers,
part-time working mothers and their children.
Info: 495-5380, or phoenixvilleMOMSclub
@yahoo.com.
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MOMS Club of Pickering Valley meets on the
first Thursday each month. Henrietta Hankin
Library Community Room, 215 Windgate Drive,
Chester Springs. 9:45 a.m. All at-home mothers
in the Pickering Valley Elementary School area of
Downingtown Area School District welcome.
Info: 610-996-5886. Web site: geocities.com
/momsclubofpv.
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MOMS Club of Thornbury meets on the last
Tuesday each month. 9:45 a.m. All mothers and
children welcome. Babysitting available.
Info/location: 610-399-8194.
•
MOMS Club of Twin Valley meets on the
fourth Monday each month. 10 a.m. Village
Library, Morgantown. All at-home mothers in the
Morgantown and Honey Brook areas of Twin
Valley School District welcome. Info: 610-273-
When:
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Drop off start time: 9am
Drop off end time: 8pm
Drop off Location:
Zion Lutheran Church
39 Bonnie Brae Road
Spring City, PA 19475- 2401
Why:
All the non-perishables and canned goods that are collected will help to
replenish the Spring City Food Bank.
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the location listed above. There will also be a
campsite set-up by Troop 406 in the parking lot!
Thank You for your support!
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MOMS Club of Lionville meets on the third
Monday each month. 10 a.m. All at-home moms
and their children in the Lionville Elementary
School boundaries of Downingtown Area
School District are welcome. E-mail: lionville
momsclub@gmail.com
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MOMS Club of New London meets on the
second Tuesday each month. New London
Presbyterian Church, Rt. 896. 9:30-11:30 a.m.
For mothers in the Oxford, Nottingham and
Lincoln University areas. Info: 610-998-1296, or
dcmilner@zoominternet.net.
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MOMS Club of Oxford meets on the first
Friday each month. Church of the Nazarene,
Penn Avenue and Locust Street, Oxford. 10 a.m.
For mothers in the Oxford, Nottingham (Chester
County side), Lincoln University (Oxford school
area) and Cochranville areas. Info: 610-9989890.
•
MOMS Club of Phoenixville/East Pikeland
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MOMS Club of Valley Forge-Phoenixville
East meets on the third Friday each month. First
Presbyterian Church, Main and Morgan streets,
Phoenixville. 9:30 a.m. All mothers and children
welcome. Info: 610-917-3973.
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MOMS Club of Vincent meets on the first
Friday morning each month in Spring City. Athome mothers and their children in the Vincent
Elementary School area of the Owen J. Roberts
School District welcome. Park days, storytimes.
social events., etc., offered. Info: e-mail
momsclubofvincent@ymail.com. Web site:
www.geocities.com/momsclubofvincent
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MOMS Club of West Chester-East usually
meets on the third Thursday each month.
Meeting days and locations may change from
month to month. 9:30 a.m. All mothers and
children residing in the 19382 zip code area
welcome. Info: 610-696-2378 or momsclubwce
@yahoo.com.
•
APRIL 2010
MOMS Club of West Chester-West meets on
the third Wednesday of the month. Meeting
days and locations may change from month to
month. 10 a.m. All mothers and children
residing in 19380 zip code area welcome. Info:
610-436-4899 or momsclubwcwest@yahoo
.com.
Others
Preemie Parent Support Group. A free
support group for parents of pre-term babies
currently in the NCIU or at home meets on the
fourth Thursday each month. 7-8:30 p.m. 74
Pottstown Pike, Suite 1001, Chester Springs.
Register by calling Melissa Anstine at 610-71505253, or e-mail Support@ThePreemieLife.com.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) meets on
the first and third Wednesday of each month.
9:15-11:15 a.m. Calvary Fellowship Church, 95
W. Devon Dr., Downingtown. All mothers of
children newborn to kindergarten age are
welcome. Info: 610-363-7171, or
hdelgrande@calvary-fellowship.org.
•
Chester County/Main Line chapter of
Mothers & More meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first
Wednesday of each month. Upper Main Line
YMCA, 1416 Berwyn-Paoli Road, Berwyn. Info:
610-558-4452. E-mail: chapter156@hotmail
.com. Web site: www.156mothers.org.
•
PHACT (Parents Having Allergic Children
Team) provides support, information and
awareness for Chester County area families and
their children who have food allergies. New
members are welcome. For information visit our
web site at WorkNotes.com/PA/ChesterCo/
PHACT or e-mail ParentsHavingAllergicChildren@
yahoo.com.
•
Nursing Mothers of Southern Chester
County meets on the third Tuesday each month.
West Grove Presbyterian Church, West Evergreen
Street. 7 p.m. Expecting and nursing mothers
and their babies welcome. Info: 610-255-5223.
•
West Chester Nursing Mothers, a
breastfeeding support group, meets on the first
Thursday each month. United Church of Christ,
Rt. 352 and Greenhill Road, East Goshen. 10
a.m. Parents, babies and children welcome.
Info: 610-429-0640.
•
Nursing Mothers of Wayne-Paoli-King of
Prussia and surrounding areas meets on the
fourth Thursday each month. St. Luke’s Lutheran
Church, Valley Forge and Conestoga roads,
Devon. Enjoy the company of other nursing and
pregnant moms. Info: 610-225-3734. Web site:
www.nursingmothersalliance.org.
•
The Chester County Mothers of Multiples
Club meets on the third Thursday each month,
except in December and June. Downingtown
Area Senior Center, Ashbridge Commons, 983 E.
Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. 7 p.m. All
mothers of multiples and those expecting
multiples welcome. Info: 610-942-3452. Web
site: www.ccmomc.org.
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Parents Without Partners, Chester County
Chapter 1324, meets on the second and fourth
Tuesdays each month. Exton Community Baptist
Church, 114 E. Swedesford Rd., Exton. New
member orientation 7 p.m. Fun activities for
adults and children are planned. Members
include men and women, with or without
custody, who are divorced, widowed, adoptive
parents or otherwise find themselves parenting
along. Info: 610-363-9830. E-mail: PWP1324
@yahoo.com. Web site: www.geocities.com
/pwp1324.
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Following Adoption: A Support Group for
Parents. Group meets each month in West
Chester to discuss issues concerning school,
discipline, behavior problems, and attachment.
Info: 610-255-3664. E-mail: info@following
adoption.com. Web site: www.following
adoption.com.
•
Alcoholics Anonymous for Young People
meets every Wednesday. Brandywine Valley
YMCA, Coatesville. 7 p.m. Group is for young
people who have a desire to stop drinking
alcohol. Info: 610-380-9622, ext. 102; ask for
“Brandywine Beginners.”
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Food Allergy Support Group for parents in
the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District area.
Ask questions and share ideas with others
dealing with the complexities of food allergies
in their children. Info: e-mail Kelli at
Kelliannd2003@yahoo.com.
APRIL 2010
PHOENIXVILLE/DOWNINGTOWN
KIDS 25
‘Read Across America’
In March, students at the Phoenixville Area Kindergarten Center welcomed ‘Read
Across America’ week and Dr. Seuss’ Day (March 2) with a variety of events and
activities. Decorations for the classrooms and the hallways became in-school
and at-home projects in order to involve everyone in the celebration.
Decorations included birthday cards for Dr. Seuss, character mobiles, ‘Cat in the
Hat’ hats and rhyming posters. Guest readers from the local Rotary Club and
from an area preschool took time out of their busy schedules to visit the
different classes and read a Dr. Seuss book to the students. The reading
specialist and several staff members set up learning stations in the classrooms,
such as: generating rhymes, drawing the ‘Cat in the Hat,’ and graphing the
books that they read at home. The student body as well as the staff wore special
clothes each day during ‘Read Across America Week’ to add to the fun. During
the week, they wore kindergarten t-shirts, red and white clothes, green for the
Grinch, different socks on foot day and stripes on ‘Diffendoofer Day.’
‘Beaver Bash’
‘Beaver Bash,’ the annual family fun festival at Beaver Creek Elementary
School, 601 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Downingtown, is scheduled for Friday,
April 30 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. A significant fund-raiser for the school’s
Parent Teacher Organization, this annual tradition helps support student
educational and assistance programs throughout the year. In past years,
the ‘Beaver Bash’ has included games, an obstacle course, educational
demonstrations about stream water quality, an exhibit where kids could
make toys for cats (to take home or donate to homeless cats), craft-making
stations, and the always popular ‘cake walk’ (pictured above). Food and
raffle tickets also are available. Community and alumni are invited to join
in the fun. Admission is free; the event is held rain or shine. For more
information, call 484-467-7537 or e-mail kylescribner@ comcast.net.
‘Find a Cure’
On March 29, Bradford Heights Elementary School, Downingtown, hosted
‘The Most Amazing Relay Races to Find A Cure’ for diabetes. On March 5,
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation representatives visited the school
with a message about diabetes, healthy eating and exercise. They also
explained the JDRF ‘Kids Walk’ program and provided students with ideas on
how they could collect donations to help find a cure for diabetes. Each year
more than 13,000 children in the United States are diagnosed with type 1
diabetes. If your school would like to sponsor a ‘Kids Walk,’ contact Kate
Wickersham of Bradford Heights at katiewick@msn.com or JDRF
representative Amanda Foxman at afoxman@jdrf.org.
KIDS 26
CALENDAR
APRIL 10
Kids consignment sale. St. Matthews
School, 2440 Conestoga Rd., Chester
Springs. 8-12:30 p.m. For sale: gently used
quality clothing in sizes newborn through
16, toys, books, bicycles, baby items and
maternity. Fifty-percent off sale begins at
11 a.m. Rain or shine. Info: 610-458-2044.
•
“Dr. Mom, Colonial Style!” The Mill at
Anselma, Rt. 401, Chester Springs. 10-4
p.m. From the ridiculous to the deadly
serious, learn how to cure a headache or
a hangnail the colonial way. Admission
also includes a flour-milling demonstration
and other family-friendly activities.
$5/adults; $4/seniors; and $3/children.
Info: 610-827-1906, e-mail jenngreen@
anselmamill.org or www.anselmamill.org.
APRIL 26
“Teeny Tiny Trackers: Lenape Kids.”
Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Rd., Media.
10-11 a.m. Experience the daily life of a
young Lenape Indian who lived in the
region more than 1,000 years ago.
Discover what they wore and ate, the
games they played, how they trained for
hunting and where they lived. For threeyear-olds. $6/members; $8/non-members.
Adults must accompany child; fee for
child only. Pre-registration required.
Info/registration: 610-566-9134, ext. 215,
or jlandau@tylerarboretum.org.
APRIL 12
“Teeny Tiny Trackers: Colors of
Spring!” Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Rd.,
Media. 10-11 a.m. Search for early spring
flowers, including crocuses, glory-of-thesnow and daffodils. For three-year-olds.
$6/members; $8/non-members. Adults
must accompany children; fee for child
only. Pre-registration required.
Info/registration: 610-566-9134, ext. 215,
or jlandau@tylerarboreum.org.
APRIL 13
“Garden Sprouts: Plants in a Tiny
Package.” Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter
Rd., Media. 1-2 p.m. Explore the world of
seeds and learn how they grow and how
they travel. For four- and five-year-olds.
$6/members; $8/non-members. Adults
may accompany children; fee for child
only. Pre-registration required.
Info/registration: 610-566-9134, ext. 215,
or jlandau@tylerarboreum.org.
APRIL 15
“Tiny Trackers: Magic Meadow.” Tyler
Arboretum, 515 Painter Rd., Media. 1-2:30
p.m. Sun, meadows and buzzing bugs
create a special experience in the hunt for
insects; take a peek at the homes of
carpenter ants, wasps and bees. For fourand five-year-olds. $6/members; $8/nonmembers. Adults may accompany
children; fee for child only. Pre-registration
required. Info/registration: 610-566-9134,
ext. 215, or jlandau@tylerarboreum.org.
APRIL 17
Outgrown sale. Bradford Heights
Elementary School, 1330 Romig Rd.,
Downingtown. 9-1 p.m. Items include
gently used infant and children’s clothing
(sizes 0-14), baby equipment, maternity
clothes and indoor and outdoor toys.
Info: contact bhogsale@gmail.com.
‘Dash 4 Diabetes’
On April 10, runners and walkers will join The Chester County Hospital’s
Diabetes Self-Management Program for the 16th annual ‘Parkway Dash 4
Diabetes’ in West Chester. The event, which supports diabetes education
in the community, drew more than 650 participants last year. The Dash
includes a 5K run, a 2.5K walk and a kids run. To register, or to find more
information about the related ‘Dash and Dine’ event, visit www.chester
countyhospital.org. Day-of-registration will begin at 3 p.m. at the Chester
County Justice Center, 201 W. Market St., West Chester. The kids run will
begin at 4 p.m. and the 5K run and 2.5 K walk will start at 4:30 p.m. from
Church and Market streets. The fee for the walk or run is $20 per person.
Cash prizes will be awarded to the first-through-fifth-place men’s and
women’s overall winners in increments of $125, $100, $75, $50 and $25.
The event is sponsored by Parkway Dry Cleaners and Bryn Mawr Trust Co.
On the evening following the Dash, participants and area residents can
continue to support The Chester County Hospital during the ‘Dash & Dine’
event. Simply dine at one of many downtown West Chester restaurants,
which will donate a portion of their sales to support The Diabetes Self
Management Program. Donations for the Dash also can be made online at
www.chestercounty hospital.org. Those who wish to participate in the
optional fund-raising program will be eligible to win an iPod Touch by
raising the most funds for the Diabetes Self-Management Program.
ext. 215, or jlandau@tylerarboreum.org.
APRIL 19
“Teeny Tiny Trackers: Buzzing Bees.”
Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Rd., Media.
10-11 a.m. Learn fascinating facts about
bees and their friends, the flowers. For
three-year-olds. $6/members; $8/nonmembers. Adults must accompany
children; fee for child only. Pre-registration
required. Info/registration: 610-566-9134,
ext. 215, or jlandau@tylerarboreum.org.
APRIL 22
“Tiny Trackers: Earth Day, Every Day.”
Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Rd., Media.
1-2:30 p.m. Take a ramble and learn how
to take care of “Mother Earth” and say
“thank you” for all she does. For four- and
five-year-olds. $6/members; $8/nonmembers. Adults may accompany
children; fee for child only. Pre-registration
required. Info/registration: 610-566-9134,
APRIL 2010
APRIL 24
“Art & Garden Celebration.” Pocopson
Elementary School, Unionville-Chadds
Ford, Rt. 926 and Pocopson Road. 10-2
p.m. Fair features silent auction, craft fair,
plant sale, bake sale, and highlights the
artistic talent of local artisans, students
and families. Rain or shine. Info: http://pes
.ucfsd.org.
•
“Fairville Friends Fun Fair.” Fairville
Friends School, Rt. 52 and Ponds of
Woodward, Mendenhall. 11-3 p.m.
Activities include pony rides, games,
moonbounces, food, crafts, entertainment
and face painting. Free admission. Rain
date: April 25. Info: 610-388-1268.
•
Opening of Historic Yellow Springs
37th Annual Art Show. Historic Yellow
Springs, 1685 Art School Rd., Chester
Springs. Daily 11-5 p.m. Event showcases
more than 170 artists, who will exhibit
paintings, drawings, graphics and
dimensional work in a variety of styles
from classic to abstract. Activities include
art workshops and a treasure hunt for
kids. Proceeds benefit historic
preservation, environmental protection
and educational programming of Historic
Yellow Springs. Info: 610-827-7414. Web
site: www.yellowsprings.org.
APRIL 24, 25
Disney’s “Seussical Junior,” presented
by Beth Chaim Schmata Productions, a
community youth theater. Yellow Springs
Cultural Center, 1685 Art School Rd.,
Chester Springs. Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m.;
Sunday at 4 p.m. $5. Info: 610-873-1129
or e-mail schmataproductions@yahoo.
com.
ONGOING
“Looking at Animals.” The Academy of
Natural Sciences, 1900 Benjamin Franklin
Parkway, Philadelphia. Monday-Friday 104:30 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 10-5 p.m.
Enjoy Boston photographer Henry
Horenstein’s collection of black-and-white
animal photographs, from the wavy wet
tongue of a Great Dane to the naked
snout of a pig. The Academy will display
corresponding animal specimens from its
own world-renowed research collection.
Free with museum admission: $12/adults;
$10 ages 3-to-12 years, seniors, college
students and military personnel;
free/children under three. Through May
16. Info: 215-299-1043. Web site: www.
ansp.org.
•
“Drawing from a Story: Illustrations by
Selected Caldecott Medal Winners.”
Brandywine River Museum, Rt. 1, Chadds
Ford. Adults will return to their
childhoods and children will be
enchanted by this exhibit of original
illustrations from award-winning books.
Authors featured include Maurice Sendak,
Robert McCloskey, Ezra Jack Keats and
2010 Caldecott medal winner Jerry
Pinkney, among others. The museum is
offering one free admission ticket to any
child age 12 and under who reads, or has
read, eight Caldecott Medal-winning
books. Parents can download a form and
a list of Caldecott Medal winners at
www.brandywinemuseum.org. Once the
form is completed with the names of the
eight required books, and signed by a
parent, bring the completed form to the
museum and receive one free admission
ticket when purchasing admission.
$10/adults; $6/seniors ages 65 and over,
students and children ages 6-12;
free/children under age six. Info: 610-3882700 or www.brandywinemuseum.org.
UPCOMING
MAY 2
“May Day Festival,” sponsored by West
Chester Parks and Recreation Department.
Everhart Park, West Union Street and
South Brandywine Avenue, West Chester.
11-5 p.m. Featured: arts and crafts, family
entertainment, fresh food, children’s
make-it-and-take-it, moon bounce and
artisans and crafters. Info: 610-436-9010
or www.west-chester.com.
•
MAY 2
The 30th annual Northbrook Canoe
Challenge. Northbrook Canoe Co., 1810
Beagle Rd., West Chester. Entry
applications accepted until 9 p.m. May 1.
Race day sign-in time is from 8:30-10:30
a.m. The challenge is 9.5 miles long and
takes about two hours to complete.
$25/person; $10/ages 10 and under;
$20/canoe rental. Proceeds benefit the
Cerebral Palsy Association of Chester
County. Awards presented following the
race. Info/entry forms: 610-524-5850 or
www.ccdisability.org.
APRIL 2010
OCTORARA
KIDS 27
‘Stop Everything and Read’
Students at Octorara Elementary School participated in a ‘Stop Everything and
Read’ event on March 2 in celebration of Dr. Seuss' birthday and the
Pennsylvania State Education Association-sponsored ‘Read Across America.’
Students and staff were encouraged to stop and read for at least 15 minutes.
Students in Vicki Mundy’s fourth grade class (photo at left) and in Dena Schott’s
third grade class (above) take time out to read a book. ‘Read Across America,’
which began in 1998, is designed to motivate children to read, which is an
important factor in student achievement and creating lifelong successful
readers. Research, according to the PSEA, has shown that children do better in
school when they are motivated and spend more time reading. The day is held
each year on March 2, Dr. Seuss’ birthday.
KIDS 28
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LITTLE LEAGUE SUMMER CAMPS
Downingtown Little League — July 5-9 from 9-2 p.m. at Downingtown LL Complex
East Brandywine Little League — Aug. 9-12 from 9-2 p.m. at EBYA Community Park
Exton Little League — July 26-29 from 9-2 p.m. at Exton LL Complex on Ship Road
Great Valley Little League — Camp 1 June 28-July 1 from 9-2 p.m. at GVL Complex, King Rd.
Great Valley Little League — Camp 2 July 12-15 from 9-2 p.m. at GVL Complex, King Road
West Side Little League — Aug. 2-5 from 9-2 p.m. at WSLL’s Waltz Field
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Camp
Summer Fun for ALL!
OUT OF REACH FARM
1325 Paoli Pike, West Chester
610-738-8147
Don’t drag your kids kicking and screaming
to the same old summer camp. This year, let
them kick… scream… and have a great time
at the Martial Arts Studio’s Karate Camp.
SUMMER
CAMP
Each week your camper will…
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Train to be a Samurai and Ninja.
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Swim at Mt. Gretna Lake.
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Enjoy a pizza party & water games.
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Take 3 field trips to: baseball games,
local caverns, laser stadiums, tubing,
rock climbing, and MORE!
Excitement Guarantee… We promise your
kids will have a summer they’ll never forget.
Space is limited. Call today!
(610) 280-0873
To find out more, go to: www.martialartspa.com
Featuring:
Catching
Grooming
Tacking
Untacking
Daily Lessons
Daily Horse Bathing
Arts & Crafts
Games & much more!
Session
Session
Session
Session
Session
Session
1* — June 21
2* — June 28
3 — July 12
4* — July 19
5 — Aug. 9
6 — Aug. 16
All sessions Mon. thru Fri.
*Mini-camp (9-noon)
Full-day camp (9-3 p.m.)
Call for information or visit
www.out-of-reach-farm.com
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Saturday, May 1st: 12 - 3pm
Stitchcraft Summer Camps
The Stitchcraft Studio, 1150 Boot Rd., Downingtown, offers summer sewing
camps for ages six-to-18 years from June 21-July 31. There is a different
theme for each week, including ‘Learn to Sew,’ ‘PJ Party’ and ‘American Doll®
and Me.’ Camps are structured for the very beginner to the very advanced.
Advanced campers also take a field trip to Philadelphia’s Fabric Row. For
more information, call 610-873-2484 or visit www.TheStitchcraftStudio.com.
• Inflatable obstacle course, moonbounce
and giant slide
• FREE carnival games with prizes
• DJ to entertain the kids with music and
contests
• Talk to team acac about
what’s new at camp this year.
• Last day to save 10% off the
price of camp when paying
in full!
Bring your bathing suit and relax in our Activity
Pool with tumble buckets, water slide and zero
grade entry...perfect for little ones.
1130 McDermott Drive, West Chester • 610.431.7000 • acac.com
INDIAN SPRINGS DAY CAMP
Located in a Beautiful Poconos-like Setting in Chester Springs
Climbing Wall
2 Olympic Size Pools & Slide
Red Cross Instructional Swim Program
3 Acre Lake
Boating & Fishing (Catch Bass, Catfish & Blue Gills)
46 Wooded Acres
Spacious Barn
Country House
Dining Room/Lunch Served
Cabins
Picnic Groves
HOUSE
Riding Program
OPEN
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Teen Age Program
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Crafts, Nature
10- p
All Sports
Archery, Golf
Hockey Stadium
Soccer & Basketball
Call for Brochure:
Dr. Ben Coren (610) 827-9444 • Ted Furman (610) 645-0932
e-mail — indiansprings59@aol.com
www.indianspringsdaycamp.com • www.campresource.com
THE FINEST IN DAY CAMPING SINCE 1959 • CELEBRATING OUR 51st YEAR
Serving Main Line & All of Chester County: West Chester, Malvern, Exton, Downingtown, Chester Springs and Phoenixville
• Door-to-Door Transportation •
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
KIDS A4
MaJAZZSTIC TWIRLERS
School of Baton Twirling, Cheerleading, Color Guard & Dance and Tumbling
Summer
Day Camps and
Summer Classes
(Ages 3 & up)
Instr uction in…
Under the direction of
World Champion Alysha Depp
Ask about our
FREE TRIAL
class
• Baton Twirling
• Cheerleading & Poms
• Color Guard
• Ballet / Jazz
• Tumbling
Located in Exton,
Downingtown & Pottstown
BE AMAZED at
HOW MUCH YOU LEARN!
SportBaton twirling teaches self confidence,
hand-eye coordination, good work ethnic, team work
skills, poise, sportsmanship and stage presence.
Call Today!! 610.608.8185
www.TwirlSport.com
APRIL 2010
ACAC SUMMER DAY CAMP
1130 McDermott Drive, West Chester
610-431-7000
www.acac.com
Programs and Events: Each day focuses
on sports, crafts and recreation, providing
children with opportunities to choose
different activities and participate in a
wide range of programs. Activities include
giant inflatables, rock wall, waterslides,
recreational swim, outdoor swimming
pools, arts and crafts, group games,
science and nature and sports and games
(basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football,
swimming and street hockey). New camps
include “Ultimate Frisbee,” babysitting and
“Harry Potter.”
Academies are offered in swimming,
junior lifeguarding, film and photo, tennis,
dance and golf. Teen Camp provides
campers with one-day adventures to local
amusement parks, recreation centers and
the beach. Adventure Camp combines
traditional day camp with two off-site
trips.
Tuition: Early bird discounts offered if
registered and paid in full by May 1. Open
house discounts and payment plans for
ACAC members available. Visit
www.acac.com for more information.
Ages: For ages three-to-15 years.
Adventure Camp for nine-to-12-year-olds.
Dates and Times: Full- and half-day
weekly camps from June 14-Aug. 27.
Transportation: Provided from Malvern
and Downingtown on specific weeks.
Miscellaneous: Parents may send
campers with a bag lunch or purchase a
lunch package. One drop-off and pick-up
location for parent convenience. Beforeand after-care included in camp day.
Large, spacious campus for campers’
enjoyment.
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ACTING ANTICS
310 Swinehart Road, Glenmoore
Business Office
809 Country Lane, Morgantown
610-913-6018
www.actingantics.org
Programs and Events: Social skills
building through drama and music.
Programs for a variety of students with
social and/or developmental needs. Peer
role models also welcomed.
Tuition: Varies, according to specific
program. Some assistance is available.
Ages: For three years through young
adult.
Dates and Times: Visit www.acting
antics.org to see full schedule.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Sessions taught by
professional educators with specialized
training.
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AERIALS “FIT'N'FUN” GYMNASTICS
SUMMER DAY CAMP
The Shoppes at Valley Forge, Rt 23
238 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville
610-983-9044
www.Aerialsgymnastics.com
Email: info@Aerialsgymnastics.com
Contacts: Kim Kelley and Julie Morrow
Programs and Events: All programs
include ball-handling skills and
introduction to sports. Half-day available
all 12 weeks; engineered for ages threeto-15 years. Program combines progressive
gymnastics instruction on all Olympic
events and trampoline with Parisi-brand
fitness, Kidzart, movement and problem
solving to create the right mix. Full-day
camp, available starting June 8, is designed
to encourage and advance children.
Campers participate in three hours of
progressive gymnastics instruction each
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Visit our website to download
a camp guide and register
online: www.ymcabwv.org
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Adventure Camps
Skateboard Camps
Drama, Art & Dance Camps
Nature Camps
Sports Camps
Traditional Day Camps
Preschool Camps
Teen Camps
Not all camps are available at all locations.
Brandywine YMCA
Kennett Area YMCA
Octorara YMCA
Jennersville YMCA
Twin Valley YMCA
295 Hurley Road
West Brandywine
101 Race Street
Kennett Square
3095 Limestone Rd
Cochranville
880 W. Baltimore Pike
West Grove
51 South Pine Street
Elverson
610-380-YMCA
610-444-YMCA
610-593-YMCA
610-869-YMCA
610-913-YMCA
We build strong kids, strong families, strong communities.
SIGN UP NOW!
West Chester
Area YMCA
West Chester
Youth Program Center
605 Airport Road
West Chester
One East Chestnut Street
West Chester
610-431-YMCA
610-696-YMCA
Financial Assistance
Available
Before & After
Camp Care
Available
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day on all Olympic events and trampoline.
Children six and older participate in off-site
activities, including mini-golf, swimming and
bowling. “Cheer-Nastics Day Camp” provides
clinics for cheerleaders ages six to high
school who need to improve their
gymnastic skills.
Dates and Times: Half-day camp begins
June 1; half- and full-day camps begin June
7, continuing every week all summer.
Extended day morning and afternoon
available. Half-day camp 9-noon, 9-1 or
noon-4 p.m. (new), five days or any threedays; full-day camp Monday through Friday.
Philosophy: We provide children with an
ideal environment for having fun while
enhancing physical coordination, agility,
endurance, strength, balance and motor
skills. Our program builds confidence
through success. We believe that small
successes build confidence, that newfound
confidence leads to bigger successes and
an even higher level of confidence. Through
this progressive “success-confidencesuccess” method, we help children
understand how to set realistic goals and
then achieve them.
Miscellaneous: Professional adult staff
with an 8:1 student/teacher ratio; staff
safety certified by USA Gymnastics; two inground trampolines; 30-foot-long tumbling
trampoline; instruction for boys and girls on
all Olympic events; air conditioned; daily
snacks.
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ALL-STAR BASEBALL ACADEMY
417 Boot Road, Downingtown
610-518-7400
52 Penn Oaks Drive, West Chester
610-399-8050
www.allstarbaseballacademy.com
Program and Events: Located at West
Chester University’s Athletic Facility and
Serpico Field. Daily instructional talks, skill
and trampoline. Children six and older
rotations (infield, outfield, throwing,
pitching, base running and hitting),
instructional games and daily awards.
Players participate in “World Series” on
Fridays.
Ages: For 7-to-14 years.
Dates and Times: June 28-July 2, Aug. 26 and Aug. 9-13 from 9-4 p.m.
Miscellaneous: Players are organized by
age and ability. Optional lunch and
transportation to and from Downingtown
and West Chester facilities available. Register
online at www.allstarbaseball academy.com.
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BATON TWIRLING, CHEERLEADING,
COLORGUARD
SUMMER CAMPS by MAJAZZSTIC TWIRLERS
Exton, Downingtown and Pottstown
610-608-8185
Program and Events: Baton Twirling
Camp, Cheerleading Camp, Tumbling/Poms
Camp, Preschool Tiny Tot Dance/Baton
Camp, Combo Camp (baton twirling, dance
and gymnastics tumbling).
Tuition: Call for details.
Ages: From three-to-18 years.
Dates and Times: Day camps June 2325, July 5-9, July 12-15, July 19-22 and July
26-30.
Miscellaneous: Be amazed at what your
child learns by the end of this camp. No
previous experience needed. Come try the
unique art of baton twirling for a week and
discover your niche. Camp will include
instruction in baton twirling, cheerleading,
dance, juggling and gymnastics tumbling.
Camp time is broken into separate classes
according to age and level. Camp is taught
by the professional staff of World Champion
Alysha Depp, director of Chester County's
KIDS A5
Recognized as one of the
best dance studios
in Chester County
Now registering for
Performing Arts Camps
and Summer Dance Classes!
{ Call for a brochure }
We have
Birthday
Parties!
DOWNINGTOWN
Milltown Square
150 E. Pennsylvania Ave.
Downingtown, PA 19335
610.518.2130
downingtown@tocdance.com
BROOMALL
483 Park Way
Broomall, PA 19008
610.328.1800
Info@tocdance.com
FOLSOM
106 Swarthmore Avenue
Folsom, PA 19033
610.586.6020
folsom@tocdance.com
www.TouchofClassDance.com
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DAY CAMP
SPORTS CAMP
SENIOR CAMP
At M on tg om er y Sc ho ol
CAMP
OPEN HOUSE!
4/24/10
From 1 PM to 4 PM
At Montgomery
School
CAMPS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS • AGES 3-15 • IN CHESTER SPRINGS, PA
(610) 581-7100 • www.esfcamps.com/Montgomery
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
KIDS A6
Voted Best
Children’s Camp in
Chester County!
-Parent’s Choice
Great Valley Nature Center
Summer Nature Camps
-Trailrompers
(ages 4-5)
-Elementary Explorers
(ages 6-7, 8-10)
-Youth Adventure
(ages 10-12)
-Enviro-trek
(ages 12-15)
-Nature themed, FUN and educational
-Half/full/overnight travel camps
-Small groups
-Pre- and after-camp extended hours
Great Valley Nature Center
Rt. 29 & Hollow Road - Devault
(3 miles from Malvern - 2 miles from Phoenixville)
ADVENTURE CAMPS FOR AGES 10 - 15
Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Water
Adventures, Horseback Riding, Paintball, Ocean
Exploring, Camping, Live Animals and More!
610.935.9777 - www.gvnc.org - gvnature@gmail.com
For more information please call, download a detailed brochure from our website, or email us :
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accomplished MaJazzstic Twirlers (Disney's
"Twirl Mania Team of the Year").
Depp has taught at camps and
conventions around the world. Sport baton
twirling teaches eye-hand coordination,
quick reflex skills, poise, stage presence,
teamwork skills, flexibility and athleticism.
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BRANDYWINE VALLEY YMCAS
Brandywine YMCA
295 Hurley Road, West Brandywine
610-380-YMCA
Programs and Events: Imagine a summer
camp that is so much fun that your child
can’t wait to go back tomorrow. Brandywine
YMCA’s full- and half-day camp options
include: Kinder Kamp, Camp Brandywine Day
Camp, Sports Camp, Teen Adventure Camp,
Babysitter Blast Camp, Stomp, Tap & Twirl
Camp, Y’s World of Sports Camp, Skateboard
Camp, Fishing Camp, Tennis Mania Camp and
more. Kids love running and playing on the
YMCA’s 30-acre campus that includes a
swimming pool with water slide, ball fields
and more.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance available.
Ages: Preschool through 15 years
Dates and Times: June 14 through
Aug. 27, from 9-4 p.m. Free extended care
from 7-8:45 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: Brandywine YMCA
summer camp features easy drive up/drop
off and pick up, along with free before- and
after-camp care. Pick up a registration
packet at the YMCA or download one at
www.ymcabwv.org. Register online, by
phone, at the YMCA or by mail. Call 610380-YMCA or visit www.ymcabwv.org to
download a summer camp guide.
Jennersville YMCA
880 W. Baltimore Pike, West Grove
810-869-YMCA
Programs and Events: Your child is going
to have so much fun at camp that they will
be excited about coming back tomorrow.
Jennersville YMCA’s full- and half-day camp
options feature a summer full of fun: Camp
Chippewa, Preschool Camp, Sports Camps,
Teen Camps, Aquatic Adventure Camp, Bike,
Hike & Canoe Camp, Creative Arts Camp,
Super Science Camp and more. Kids love
running and playing on the YMCA’s 16-acre
campus featuring a swimming pool with
water slide, ball fields, pavilions, playground
and access to the YMCA’s indoor facilities.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: Age three to 10th grade
Dates and Times: June 14-Aug. 27 from
9-4 p.m. Free before- and after-camp care
from 7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: YMCA summer camp
features easy drive up/drop off and pick up
for parents, along with free before- and
after- camp care. Pick up a registration
packet at the YMCA or download one at
www.ymcabwv.org. Register online, by
phone, at the YMCA or by mail. Call 610869-YMCA or visit www.ymcabwv.org to
download a summer camp guide.
Kennett Area YMCA
101 Race Street, Kennett Square
610-444-YMCA
Programs and Events: Imagine how much
fun your child is going to have at YMCA
camp this summer. Kennett Area YMCA’s fulland half-day camp options feature a summer
full of fun — Camp Lenni Lenape, Sports
Camps, Enrichment Camps, Adventure
Camps, Activate Camps, Montessori
Preschool Camp, Full-Day Preschool Camp,
Traveling Teen Camp, Counselor-In-Training
Camp. New — Full-Day Soccer Camp, Tennis
Camp, Camp Caravans and much more.
A typical morning or afternoon at camp
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features an educational component,
practical instruction and an opportunity for
creative exploration. Campers will also
splash around in the outdoor and indoor
pool a few times a week.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: From 3-to-17 years
Dates and Times: June 14-Aug. 27 from
9-4 p.m.; 9-noon or 1-4 p.m. half day. Free
extended care from 7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: Pick up a registration
packet at the YMCA or download one at
www.ymcabwv.org. Register online, by
phone, at the YMCA or by mail. Call 610444-YMCA or visit www.ymcabwv.org to
download a summer camp guide.
Octorara YMCA
3095 Limestone Road, Suite 4
Cochranville
610-593-YMCA
Programs and Events: Boys and girls
have so much fun at Camp Octorara that
they can’t wait to come back the next day.
Octorara YMCA summer camp offers a
variety of activities like recreational games,
field trips, arts and crafts, sports, nature,
drama and more. Specialty clubs are back
this summer. Each week the groups will
spend the morning learning new skills,
being creative, and having fun. Specialty
clubs include Arts & Crafts Club, Science
Clubs, Games and Sports Clubs, and much
more. Preschoolers will also enjoy full- or
half-day camp, featuring theme-based
weeks full of stimulating hands-on activities.
Kids spend time indoors and outdoors
enjoying literacy-based crafts, songs and
games that will aid our quest to nurture
their love of learning.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: From two years to sixth grade
Dates and Times: June 14-Aug. 27 from
9-4 p.m. full-day; 9-noon or 1-4 p.m. halfday. Free before- and after-camp care from
7-9 a.m. and/or 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: Pick up a registration
packet at the YMCA or download one at
www.ymcabwv.org. Register online, by
phone, at the YMCA or by mail. Call 610593-YMCA or visit www.ymcabwv.org to
download a summer camp guide.
Twin Valley YMCA
51 S. Pine Street, Elverson
610-913-YMCA
Programs and Events: Image a summer
where your child runs, plays and has the
time of his/her life, Twin Valley YMCA’s
exciting camp options are perfect for any
child, including full-day camps such as
Camp Windswept and CIT (Counselors-inTraining) and our newly expanded half-day
preschool camp. School age kids and teens
• All Sports
• Adventure Course with
60 ft. Zip Line Tower
• Arts & Crafts
• Canoeing
• Gymnastics
• ATVs
• Special Event Days
• Swimming twice daily
• Go-Karts
• Archery
• Mountain Biking
• Cooking
• Fishing
love swimming, fishing, canoeing, creating
crafts and playing camp games on the
beautiful campus of Windswept Farm in
Honey Brook. Preschoolers engage in
weekly themes, crafts, games, story time,
play time and plenty of fresh air at the Twin
Valley Elementary Center.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: From three through 15 years.
Dates and Times: Weekly sessions from
June 21-Sept. 1. Extended hours available
7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: YMCA summer camp
features easy drive up/drop off and pick up
for parents, along with before-and aftercamp care. Pick up a registration packet at
the YMCA or download one at
www.ymcabwv.org. Register online, by
phone, at the YMCA or by mail. Call 610913-YMCA or visit www.ymcabwv.org to
download a summer camp guide.
West Chester Area YMCA
605 Airport Road, West Chester
610-431-YMCA
Programs and Events: Imagine all the fun,
memories and excitement that await your
camper this summer at West Chester Area
and exciting camp options that are perfect
for any child, including full- and half-day
camps, such as Day Camp, Enrichment
Camp, new Turf Sport Camps, Competitive
Swim Camp, Junior Lifeguard Camp,
Gymnastics, Y's World of Sport Camp,
Health & Wellness Camps, Preschool Camp,
new Karate Camp, new Montessori Camp
and more.
Your camper will enjoy arts and crafts,
nature, daily recreational swim, special
theme days, large and small group games,
weekly themes and more. Camp features
two locations — West Chester Area YMCA
(Airport Road) which has three outdoor
pools, including a pirate’s ship and a 35foot, double water slide, a pavilion nestled
in the camp site and access to the YMCA’s
indoor facilities; the YMCA Youth Program
Center in the Borough of West Chester
featuring indoor turf field, karate studio,
and gymnastics center as well as indoor
track and gym.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: From three to 16 years.
Dates and Times: June 21-Aug. 27 from
8:30-4:30 p.m. full-day; 8:30-noon or 14:30 p.m. half-day. Free before- and aftercamp care from 7-8:30 a.m. and 4:30-6
p.m.
Miscellaneous: Pick up a registration
packet at the YMCA or download one at
www.ymcabwv.org. Register online, by
phone, at the YMCA or by mail. Call 610431-YMCA or visit www.ymcabwv.org to
download a summer camp guide.
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Southern Chemier
County’s Pr
Day Camp!
Oxford, PA • June 28th – August 20th
REGISTER TODAY!
Limited Space is Available • 888-477-CAMP
Visit our Open Houses: 10am – 1pm
Saginaw Day Camp, 740 Saginaw Road, Oxford, PA
Sunday, April 17 • Sunday, May 16 • Saturday, June 19
www.saginawdaycamp.com
• 2, 4, 6, & 8 week
sessions available
• 9 AM - 4 PM
• Lunch provided daily
• Extended hours and
transportation available
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SPRING/SUMMER
JUNIOR TENNIS
PROGRAM
Wayne/Tredyffrin Township
• Spring/Summer Junior
• Tennis Clinics (April-August)
• USPTA/PTR Certified Tennis
• Professionals
• Junior Team
• Junior Day Camps
For more information
please contact us!
Phone: 484-880-2336
Email: picketpost10s@yahoo.com
Website: www.picketpost.org
Picket Post Swim
and Tennis Club
355 Chase Road
Chesterbrook, PA 19087
BRIGHT LIGHT EARLY LEARNING CENTER
SUMMER CAMP 2010
70 Senn Drive, Chester Springs
610-458-5428
www.brightlightelc.com
Program and Events: Weekly themes,
field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, special
visitors and much more.
Tuition: Call for tuition
Ages: For ages six-to-12
Dates and Times: Monday through
Friday, June 21-Aug. 27 from 7 a.m. to 6
p.m.
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CAMP BOOMER
Boomers Family Fun Center
1056 Gap-Newport Pike, Avondale
610-268-5678
www.boomersfamilyfun.com
Programs and Events: Have your kids
enjoy days filled with excitement and
adventure at Camp Boomer this summer.
Games and activities (kickball, dodgeball,
basketball, volleyball, flag football and
more), team-building activities, laser tag,
arts and crafts, miniature golf, driving range,
weekly field trips and more.
Tuition: Ten-week session; full-day and
half-day weekly and daily rates available.
Early bird discount available.
Ages: Coed day camp for children fiveto-13 years.
Dates and Times: Pre-Week — June 1418; 10-week dates — June 21-Aug. 27; and
post-week — Aug. 30-Sept. 3. Before (early
as 7:30 a.m.) and after (until 6 p.m.) care
available.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Boomers Family Fun
Center is also the 2010 host site to half-day
Mad Science camps, Club Z educational
camps and Golf Center camps. Combine
one of these with an afternoon at Camp
Boomer. Boomers Pizza on site and camper
meal plan available. 10:1 camper/counselor
ratio.
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CHESTER COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION
100 N. Bradford Avenue, West Chester
610-696-5600
www.chestercountyarts.org
Programs and Events: Art classes for kids
— everything from sculpture to
photography, fashion design to recycled
art.
Ages: From three to 18 years.
Dates and Times: Five sessions —
mini-workshop session from June 21-25;
Session 1 — June 28-July 9; Session 2 —
July 12-23; Session 3 — July 26-Aug 6;
Session 4 — Aug. 9-20. Younger children
meet for an hour and a half each day. Older
children meet for three hours a day. Come
for morning or afternoon sessions or both.
Miscellaneous: We’re the only art camp
in West Chester affiliated with an
established art association. Hands-on
instruction by talented, creative,
credentialed art teachers. Visit our web site
to register or call 610-696-5600 for more
information.
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CHESTER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT
SUMMER CAREER ACADEMIES
455 W. Boot Road, Downingtown
484-237-5525
sca@cciu.org
www.cciu.org
Programs and Events: A variety of
enrichment programs offered at CAT
Brandywine, CAT Pickering, Technical
College High School and West Chester Area
School District.
Tuition: Ranges from $155-$260,
depending on the academy.
Ages: From nine-to-15 years.
Dates and Times: From June 21-July 30.
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Transportation: No
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CHESTER VALLEY DANCE ACADEMY, LLC
“ICARLY & PRINCESS WEEK”
130 S. Village Avenue, Lionville
610-594-2771
chestervalleydanceacademy.com
Programs and Events: Students are
instructed in tap, jazz, ballet, acting, arts
and crafts, hair and makeup and Cheer
Dance with a dance demonstration at the
end of the week.
Ages: From 4-to-10 years.
Dates and Times: “iCarly & Princess” July
19-23 from 9-12:30 p.m. Summer Dance
Session (July 6-Aug. 10) features ballet, tap,
jazz, hip-hop, modern and Irish step
dancing. Theatre Program (July 6-Aug 10)
features voice, acting and theatre dance.
Every student participating in the theatre
program will perform in an in-house
performance in August.
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CFS SUMMER DAY CAMP
1001 E. Lincoln Highway, Exton
610-854-1637
www.umly.org/cfs
Programs and Events: A safe, noncompetitive program where campers are
encouraged to have fun, meet new friends
and enjoy new experiences. Activities
include swimming, land sports, arts and
crafts, tennis, soccer, basketball, nature,
computers, archery and performing arts.
Ages: For ages 41/2-to-12 years (age
four by Jan. 1, 2010).
Dates and Times: Full session (six weeks)
from June 28-Aug. 6; first session (three
weeks) June 28-July 16; second session
(three weeks) July 19-Aug. 6. New this
year: flexible one-week options.
Miscellaneous: Camp is celebrating its
35th year.
(Continued on page A10)
APRIL 2010
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
KIDS A9
Monday, June 21-Friday, June 25
8:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Attention all current K-5th Graders...
Join us for an awesome week of recreational sports
or creative arts (your choice), with an emphasis on
persevering through life’s challenges that will be
applicable for everyone. We will also have daily wipeout
challenges to watch or try out ... will you wipeout?
Wipeout camp is a blast for kids and it costs $115.
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MaJazzstic Twirlers, with studios in Exton, Downingtown and Pottstown,
offers camps in baton twirling, cheerleading, tumbling/poms, a combo camp
(baton twirling, dance and gymnastics tumbling) and a Preschool Tiny Tot
Dance/Baton Camp. Camps run from June 23-July 30 for ages three-to-18
years. No previous experience is needed; camp time is broken into separate
classes according to age and level of ability. The camps are taught by the
professional staff of World Champion Alysha Depp, director of Chester
County’s MaJazzstic Twirlers. For more information, call 610-608-8185 or visit
www.TwirlSport.com.
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WILLOWDALE WIPEOUT
Willowdale Chapel
675 Unionville Street, Kennett Square
KIDS A10
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
(Continued from page A8)
Horsemanship Camp
Locust Lane Riding Center, in conjunction with Book Family Farm, Coatesville,
is presenting a horsemanship camp for eight weeks between June 21-Aug. 27.
Boys and girls will learn about and take part in the feeding, caring and riding
of horses from 9-3 p.m. The camp is for beginners through advanced riders
who are interested in having fun. For more information, visit hallelujahhorses
.com.
DISCOVERY DAY CAMP
325 N. Five Points Road, West Goshen
610-696-5984
610-430-0883 (fax)
discoveryschoolandcamp.com
Program and Events: Recreational
weekly theme-based activities; four-acre
outside campus; two pools; field trips
and more.
Tuition: $185/weekly. Discount
available for two or more children in the
family. Flexible daily/weekly enrollment
options.
Ages: From 3-to-12 years; C.I.T.
program available for 13-to-15-year-olds.
Dates and Times: Monday through
Friday 9-4 p.m. from June 11-Aug. 27.
Daily/weekly enrollment with extended
care available.
Miscellaneous: Our outside program is
on a four-acre wooded campus.
Theatrical events, daily swimming and
lessons, animal care and field trips
offered.
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EASTER SEALS — CAMP CAREFREE
181 Sharp Lane, Exton
610-873-3990
www.easterseals-sepa.org
Programs and Events: Daily Specialty
Rotation Academy includes sensory
experience, sports, physical movement,
arts and crafts, science, and music and
rhythm.
Tuition: $585 with transportation;
$325 without transportation.
Ages: From five-to-21 years.
Dates and Times: July 12-Aug. 13
Transportation: Yes
Miscellaneous: Program is designed to
meet the needs of all children, including
those with special needs and autism.
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APRIL 2010
ESF SUMMER CAMPS
at MONTGOMERY SCHOOL
Summer: 1141 Route 113
Chester Springs
Winter: P.O. Box 505
Haverford, Pa., 19041
610-581-7100
Programs and Events: Day camp for
boys and girls ages 3-8 years. Day camp
offers arts and crafts, swimming, sports,
music and drama, world cultures, science,
martial arts, archery, theme days, special
events and much more.
Sports camp available for boys and
girls ages 7-14 years. We offer instruction
and league games in soccer, basketball,
baseball, street hockey, lacrosse, team
handball, football and golf. Swimming is
available daily.
Senior Camp, for boys and girls ages 915 years, is designed to broaden the
horizons of the older camper. We offer
art, swimming, sports, archery, martial
arts, fencing and “True Life Adventures”
into the worlds of outdoor adventure,
drama, music production, broadcast
media, ESF ultimate games, cooking and
more.
Tuition: Two-to-nine-week options
available; call for details.
Ages: Boys and girls ages 3-15 years.
Dates and Times: Camp runs from June
21 through Aug. 20 with 2-to-9-week
sessions available. Monday through Friday
from 9-3 p.m. Club O.T., our extended
day program, allows campers to arrive as
early as 7:45 a.m. and stay as late as 6
p.m. Due to the camps’ objectives and
unique format, enrollment is limited.
Miscellaneous: ESF provides awardwinning, carefully designed programs and
activities, a dedicated, experienced and
well-trained staff, and a caring, safe
(Continued on page A11)
3 Unique Programs
June 28 – July 30, 2010
July & August, 2010
June 28 – August 6, 2010
Is Your Child Struggling
in School?
An Experiential Program
Where Learning Is For
Everyone!
For students who
qualify for ESY in order
to maintain skills and
reduce regression in the
summer months
For students entering
Kindergarten thru 6th grade
Reinforce Reading,
Writing, & Math Skills
Build Early Literacy & Math Skills
610.296.6725 x115
info@summermatters.org
The program also offers:
• Speech/Language Instruction
• Occupational Therapy
• “Lunch Bunch” Program
• Afternoon Recreation Program
Travel Programs in July & August
• Sailing Away in NJ
• Beach Week
• Hiking Expedition in VA
• Shenandoah Edventure
Multi-Day Programs in August
• Great Outdoors Adventure
• Horseback Riding
• Sensational Science
• Friends are Fundamental
Morning Academics
(Reading, Math & Writing)
Afternoon Social Skills Programs
Speech, Occupational and
Physical Therapies
Teen Vocational Experiences
Full-Day Program
Day Camps
• Tools of the Trade
• History Camp
• ART-rageous
www.summermatters.org
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
APRIL 2010
(Continued from page A10)
environment with premier facilities. Through
education, sports and fun, ESF offers
opportunities for campers to believe in
themselves and to achieve their full
potential.
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GREAT VALLEY NATURE CENTER
NATURE DISCOVERY CAMPS
4251 State Road, Phoenixville
610-935-9777
www.gvnc.org
Programs and Events: Nature day camps
and overnight camps with weekly themes.
All camps are educational and fun.
Environmental games and activities, crafts,
live animals, field exploration, pond, stream
and more. Age-appropriate day, travel and
overnight camps. Specializing in adventure
camps for ages 10-to-15 years — activities
include canoeing, kayaking, swimming, rock
climbing, paintball, white water rafting,
horseback riding, camping and more. The
variety of camps include “Critter Camp,”
“Splish Splash Water Camp,” “Green Teens,”
“Camp Pocono,” “Camp PA Grand Canyon”
and more.
Tuition: Call for brochure or visit
www.gvnc.org.
Ages: From four years through 15.
Trailrompers (ages 4-to-5); Elementary
Explorers (ages 6-to-7, 8-to-10); Youth
Adventure (ages 10-to-12); and Envirotrek
(ages 12-to-15).
Dates and Times: Weekly sessions June
14-Aug 23. Half-, full-day, overnight and
travel camps available.
Transportation: No
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INDIAN SPRINGS DAY CAMP
Chester Springs
610-827-9444 or 610-645-0932
www.campresource.com
www.indianspringsdaycamp.com
Contacts: Dr. Ben Coren and Ted
Furman.
Program and Events: Crafts, nature,
boating, fishing, paddleboat, climbing wall,
tunnel slides, soccer, football, softball,
dance, cookouts, hockey stadium, golf and
individual horseback riding program. Four-,
six- and eight-week programs available.
Tuition: Call for brochure.
Ages: Three through 14.
Dates and Times: June 21-Aug. 13
Transportation: Yes
Miscellaneous: Located on 46 beautiful
acres in Chester Springs; lunch provided;
small groups with limited enrollment. Camp
enjoying its 51st year in operation.
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KARATE CAMP
THE MARTIAL ARTS STUDIO
14 N. Village Avenue, Exton
610-280-0873
www.martialartspa.com
Programs and Events: Train to become a
Samurai or Ninja daily. Go swimming at Mt.
Gretna Lake every Monday. Take three field
trips, including go karts, rock climbing,
baseball games, stadium tours, water parks
and more. Enjoy inflatable water slides and
a pizza party every Friday. In addition, kids
will learn how to use nunchuku, double
(Kali) sticks and other
Samurai equipment.
Ages: For children 6-to-14 years.
Tuition: $180-$207, depending on the
number of weeks attending. Uniform and
Dates and Times: June 21-25, June 28July 2, July 12-16, July 19-23, July 26-30,
Aug. 2-6, Aug. 9-13 and Aug. 16-20. Camp
runs from 8:30-5 p.m. daily.
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LET’S PLAY LACROSSE! CAMP
100 Garnet Lane, Coatesville
610-952-0371
www.ucfsd.org/girlslax
Program and Events: Camp for girls
entering grades four through eight. Camp
will be at Patton Middle School, Unionville.
Beginner and intermediate level instruction
offered. Camp for beginners and
intermediates teach fundamental skills and
elementary game tactics to novice players.
Intermediate players learn skill refinement.
Players are grouped according to skill level
and experience.
Tuition: Discount if paid before June 12.
Ages: Girls entering third grade through
eighth grade.
Dates and Times: June 28-July 2 — halfday from 9 a.m. to noon; full-day from 9
a.m. to 3 p.m.
Miscellaneous: The camp provides
ability grouping, individual skill and tactical
instruction, team contests, group and team
S e w i n g C a m p a t P e e D e e B e e H a n d b a gs
(Continued on page A12)
Starting in June, We will MAKE DESIGNERS OUT OF YOU!
Each class $35
Five classes $175
The studio offers
375 fabric choices.
Each class is
approximately
two hours.
Our new sewing camp
will consist of many
fun projects. Fabric
Belts, iPOD case/cell
phone holder/DS
holder, Trendy pillows
and many other fun
projects. We will give
an introduction to basic
sewing with a machine.
To sign up for a sewing class, e-mail us at peedeebeebags@aol.com
or call our studio at 1300 W. Strasburg Rd., West Chester
610-653-8051 • www.peedeebee.com
Acting Antics
Social S kills through mus ic & theatre
SUMMER CAMPS FOR ALL LEVELS!
www.actingantics.org
610-913-6018 or email cindy@actingantics.org
KIDS A11
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
KIDS A12
(Continued from page A11)
tactics, small-sided games and full field play.
Snacks and drinks provided daily; end-ofcamp awards; free T-shirt for each camper
registered by June 12. For more information
and a downloadable registration form, visit
our web site.
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LIONVILLE COMMUNITY YMCA
100 Devon Drive, Exton
610-363-9622
www.lionvilleymca.org/camp
Programs and Events: Full-day
kindercamp for children 3-to-5-years old
and day camp for 6-to-12 year-olds.
Specialty camps include full-day and halfday programs in arts, dance and nature.
Sports camps include, basketball, tennis
and golf.
Tuition: Financial assistance is available.
Contact the YMCA for information.
Dates and Times: June 1-Aug. 27. Oneand two-week sessions. Full- and half-day
options. (9-4 p.m.) Before- and after-camp
extended hours are available.
Miscellaneous: More information at
lionvilleymca.org/camp.
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LOCUST LANE RIDING CENTER
in conjunction with
BOOK FAMILY FARMS
presents HORSEMANSHIP CAMP
375 Coffroath Road, Coatesville
610-283-3173
www.hallelujahhorses.com
Programs and Events: Boys and girls will
learn about (and take part in) feeding,
caring for and riding horses. We are all
about having fun with horses as we
discover how God created these awesome
creatures for our use. Students need to
wear a secure shoe with a one-inch heel
and bring a lunch.
Tuition: $295/week.
DISCOVERY
SCHOOL
& CAMP
610-696-5984
discoveryschoolandcamp.com
Ages 3-12/C.I.T. 13-16 yrs.
JUNE 11-AUGUST 27
Daily/Weekly Enrollment
4-Acre Campus • 2 Pools
Animals • Music • Drama • Crafts
Sports • Field Trips • Swimming Lessons
325 N. Five Points Road • WEST CHESTER
Fully Accredited
Est. 1968
Ages: For nine-years and older.
Dates and Times: June 21-25, July 12-16,
July 19-23, July 26-30, Aug. 2-6, Aug. 9-13,
Aug. 16-20 and Aug. 23-27 from 9-3 p.m.
Miscellaneous: Our instructors are
qualified and we have lots of volunteer
help to make sure everyone gets personal
attention and stays safe. The camp is for
boys and girls, beginners through advanced
who are interested in having fun. Come to
either open house (Book Farm May 8 and
Locust Lane May 15) to sign up and receive
a 10 percent discount. For more
information, visit www.hallelujahhorses.com.
•
THE MALVERN DAY CAMP
20 Creek Road, Glen Mills
610-558-3200
www.malverndaycamp.com
Programs and Events: Specialty clinics
with certified instructors in lacrosse, soccer,
baseball, cooking and more. We also offer
weekly theme days, special events and
visitors. Athletics, swimming, computers,
arts and crafts, ceramics, fishing, archery,
pedal go-carts, kayaking and water park.
Tuition: Call for rates.
Ages: From 5-to-14 years.
Dates and Times: June 14-Aug. 20 from
9-4 p.m; extended day available from 7
a.m. to 6 p.m.
Transportation: Provided from select
Malvern School locations — Malvern, Frazer,
Downingtown, Lionville, Newtown Square
and King of Prussia.
•
OUT OF REACH FARM
SUMMER RIDING DAY CAMP
1325 Paoli Pike, West Chester
610-738-8147
Programs and Events: Hands-on
experiences include catching, tacking and
untacking, grooming and daily riding
lessons. Games and arts and crafts also
planned.
Ages: Beginners through advanced for
ages 5-15; mini-camp for ages 5-8.
Tuition: Beginners through advanced
camps — $400/week or $100/day; minicamp $300/week or $75/day.
Dates and Times: Beginners through
advanced weekly sessions June 28, July 12,
Aug. 9 and Aug. 16 from 9-3 p.m. Weekly
mini-camps June 21 and July 19 from 9noon.
Miscellaneous: Full-day campers need a
packed lunch and plenty of drinks; minicampers need a snack and plenty of drinks.
All campers must wear long pants and hardsoled shoes; a change of clothes
recommended for hot days. We have a
limited number or riding helmets for use.
•
PEE DEE BEE HANDBAGS SEWING CAMP
1300 W. Strasburg Road, West Chester
610-653-8051
www.peedeebee.com
Program and Events: Sewing classes for
kids. Creating and designing your very own
handbags, pillows, belts, ipod case/cell
phone holders, DS holders, aprons and
many more fun and trendy projects.
Tuition: $35/class; $175/five classes.
Ages: Seven years and up.
Dates and Times: Starting in mid-June
through August. Call for scheduling.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: This camp is a great way
for kids to get in touch with their creative
sides. Kids will work on a different project
each week.
•
PENN OAKS TENNIS & FITNESS CLUB
52 Penn Oaks Drive, West Chester
610-399-3800
pennoakstennis&fitness.com
Programs and Events: Tennis lessons for
all ages and abilities.
Dissect a shark!
Construct a catapult!
Build and launch
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Mix a “ma
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OPEN HOUSES:
Book Farm May 8 • 10-2 pm
Locust Lane May 15 • 12-6 pm
Sign up then for 10% discount
Coatesville
JUNE 28-JULY 2
SUMMER
SCIENCE
CAMPS
FOR AGES 7-11
JUNIOR CAMPS FOR AGES 4-6
toll free (877) 870-9517
www.ScienceExplorers.com
610-283-3173
All Horses
All Day
www.hallelujahhorses.com
hallelujahhorses@verizon.net
FREE VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
‘ So n Q u e s t R a i n f o r e s t’ • J U L Y 1 9 - 2 3
BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEST CHESTER
221 S. HIGH STREET, WEST CHESTER
To register,
go online at www.bcwc.org
or call 610-696-7466
(Continued on page A13)
We put the wonder back into the world!
presents
in conjunction with
Book Family Farm
June 21-25 • July 12-16
July 19-23 • July 26-30 • Aug. 2-6
Aug. 9-13 • Aug. 16-20 • Aug. 23-27
9-3 p.m. for ages 9 and up
Ages: From 4-to-16 years.
Dates and Times: Monday through Friday
June 7-Sept. 3 from 9-3 p.m.
•
PICKET POST SWIM and TENNIS CLUB
SPRING/SUMMER TENNIS PROGRAM
355 Chase Road, Chesterbrook
484-880-2336
picketpost10s@yahoo.com
www.picketpost.org
Programs and Events: Starting the week
of April 5 and running through August,
Picket Post Swim and Tennis Club will be
holding Junior Tennis clinics and camps for
children ages 4-to-18 years. The clinics and
camps are broken up into 13 affordable,
high-quality sessions.
Dates and Times: Session 1 — April 529; Munchkins (ages four-to-six) MondayWednesday 4:15-5 p.m., Hot Shots (ages
seven-to-10) Monday-Wednesday 5-6 p.m.,
Aces (ages 11 and 12) Tuesday-Thursday 45 p.m. and High School (ages 13 and older)
Tuesday-Thursday 5-6 p.m. Session 2 — May
3-27; Munchkins Monday-Wednesday 4:155 p.m., Hot Shots Monday-Wednesday 5-6
p.m., Aces Tuesday-Thursday 4-5 p.m. and
High School Tuesday-Thursday 5-6 p.m..
Session 3 — June 2-16; Munchkins MondayWednesday 4:15-5 p.m. and Hot Shots
Monday-Wednesday 5-6 p.m.
Session 4 — April 11-May 23 (Sundays);
Hot Shots 2-3 p.m. and Aces 3-4 p.m.
Sessions 5-11 are all-ages camps. Session 5
— June 21-25 from 8:45-3 p.m.; Session 6
— June 28-July 2 from 8:45-3 p.m.; Session
7 — July 6-9 from 8:45-3 p.m.; Session 8 —
July 12-16 from 8:45-3 p.m.
Session 9 — July 19-23 from 8:45-3 p.m.;
Session 10 — July 26-30 from 8:45-3 p.m.;
Session 11 — Aug. 2-6 (pre-high schoolers)
from 8:45-3 p.m.; Session 12 — Aug. 2-6
(high school girls camp) from 8:45-3 p.m.;
Let's Play
Lacrosse! Camp
LOCUST LANE RIDING CENTER
HORSEMANSHIP CAMP
APRIL 2010
Age 3 through
completion of 5th Grade
9 a.m. till noon
for Girls Entering
Grades 3 thru 8
Instruction for
Beginners and
Intermediates
Half-day & Full-day camp available
For free brochure,
call 610-952-0371 or visit
www.ucfsd.org/girlslax to register
Summer Art Camp
Chester County Art Association
ART CAMP SESSIONS
Mini Workshop -- June 21 - 25
Session I -- June 28 - July9
Session II -- July 12 - July 23
Session III -- July 26 - August 6
Session IV -- August 9 - 20
Classes for Ages 3-18
New Artist-Teachers
& Exciting New Classes
this Summer!
100 North Bradford Ave.
West Chester PA 19382
610-696-5600 x13
Schedule available online
www.chestercountyarts.org
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
APRIL 2010
(Continued from page A12)
and Session 13 — Aug. 9-13 (high school
girls camp) from 8:45-3 p.m.
Tuition: Call for brochure.
Ages: The camps/clinics serve kids ages
four-to-18 years.
Miscellaneous: The clinics and camps will
feature fun games, drills, cross training,
strategy and match play. Children of all ages
and skill levels are invited to come out and
enjoy the camps and clinics which will
feature something for all skill levels,
whether you are just picking up a racquet
for the first time or you’re a high
performance player.
•
SAGINAW DAY CAMP
740 Saginaw Road, Oxford
(Winter: 125 N. Burnt Mill Road,
Cherry Hill, N.J., 08003)
888-477-CAMP (2267)
www.saginawdaycamp.com
Programs and Events: Swimming twice
daily, go-karts, arts and crafts, mountain
bikes, 60-foot climbing wall, zip-line,
outdoor adventure, cooking, all sports,
ATVs and fishing.
Tuition: $370/week (two-week
minimum)
Ages: From 4-to-15 years.
Dates and Times: June 28-Aug. 20 from
9-4 p.m. with extended care available.
Transportation: Yes (additional fee).
Miscellaneous: Saginaw Day Camp
provides a wide variety of activities and a
qualified staff. Counselors are carefully
screened, interviewed and selected on the
basis of skill, enthusiasm and a desire to
work with children. We offer a safe and
healthy environment which encourages
each child to discover and excel at new
activities, develop life-long friendships and
promote self-confidence.
•
SCHOOL OF ROCK SUMMER BOOT CAMP
478 Acorn Lane, Downingtown
866-695-5515
www.schoolofrock.com
Programs and Events: One-week rock
camps and two-week studio camps
available.
Tuition: $595 and $1,250 (discounts
available, call the school).
Ages: From 8-to-17 years.
Dates and Times: June 28-July 2, July 12July 23, Aug. 2-6 and Aug. 16-20 from 10-3
p.m..
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Rock camps offer a
unique blend of one-on-one private lessons
and group rehearsal where students are
encouraged to find their inner rock star.
Camp ends with a free performance in our
venue where the kids debut their songs.
KIDS A13
The studio camp is a two week camp
perfect for kids who are forming their own
bands or looking to fine tune their studio
skills. Kids at Studio Camp will make their
own CD, including naming a band, writing
songs, recording them and designing an
album cover. Each student goes home with
a copy of the CD.
•
SCIENCE EXPLORERS
P.O. Box 245, Blue Ball
877-870-9517
www.ScienceExplorers.com
Programs and Events: Hands-on science
camps.
Tuition: $175/week for half-day junior
camps; $185/week for half-day camps; and
$305/week for full-day camps.
Ages: For ages 7-to-11 years; junior
camps for ages 4-to-6 years.
Dates and Times: Weekly camps from
June 14-Aug. 16 .
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Exciting topics include
"Leonardo's Toy Chest," “Take a Dive,” “Far
Out Space Academy,” “ Dig It!,” “Potions,
Powders and Polymers,” and “Science
Explorers Jr.” programs.
•
THE STITCHCRAFT STUDIO
2010 Summer Sewing Camps
1150 Boot Road, Downingtown
610-873-2484
thestitchcraftstudio.com
Programs and Events: “Learn to Sew,” “PJ
Party,” “American Girl Doll® and Me” and
more.
Tuition: Varies
Ages: From 6-to-18 years.
Dates and Times: June 21-July 31
Transportation: Extra for field trip to
Philadelphia’s Fashion Row.
Miscellaneous: Each week has a
different theme with different projects.
Advanced camp has a field trip to
Philadelphia’s Fabric Row. Camps are for the
very beginner to the very advanced.
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SUMMER at CROSSROADS
1777 N. Valley Road, P.O. Box 730, Paoli
610-296-6725, ext. 115
www.summermatters.org
Programs and Events: Five-week
academic and recreational program offering
reading/language arts, math, early literacy
and pre-math, speech/language instruction
& occupational therapy available, optional
“lunch bunch” program and afternoon
recreation.
Tuition: Visit web site or call for details.
Ages: For students entering grades K
through six in September 2010.
Dates and Times: June 28-July 30,
SUMMER CLAY CAMP at
Let your kids turn up the volume somewhere other than home!
School of Rock offers weekly full-day summer camps
• Guitar, drum, vocal, keyboard, and bass clinics
• Speed-learning song parts
• Writing original music
• Recording basics and introduction
All taught by our expert staff of professional musicians
*FIELD TRIPS*
SPORTS*ARTS &
CRAFTS*LASER
TAG*MINI GOLF*WATER
DAYS*AND MORE!
Camps run weekly: see website for dates www.harmonpottery.com
Cost: $145.00 per week
Clay Camp age 7 through teens. All projects are age-appropriate. Each day a new
theme is presented. Campers create projects according to the theme of that day.
Campers learn through hand building, and some work on the Pottery wheel. They
also learn to glaze their completed pieces.
610-772-0433
866-695-5515
www.SchoolofRock.com
CAMP
WHAT ARE YOUR KIDS
DOING
THIS SUMMER?
the
Pottery Place
478 Acorn Lane, Downingtown, PA
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Held at
Boomers Family Fun
Center
1056 Gap-Newport Pike
Avondale, PA 19311
Call us: 610-268-5678
BOOMER
Why us?
ʎ We are in the
FUNucational business
year round
ʎ 10-1 Camper/ Counselor
ʎ Geared to Ages 5-13
ʎ Before or After Care
available
ʎ Meal plans available
ʎ Choices to meet your
budget and family's
needs:
Email:
Campboomer@boomersfamilyfun.com
Full Summer
Weekly
Full or Half Day
Daily
www.boomersfamilyfun.com
Sign up for as many weeks as you’d like!
WEST CHESTER PARKS & RECREATION DEPT.
SUMMER CAMPS 2010 • STARTING JUNE 21
KIDDIE CAMP
June 22 - August 13, 2010
at
credit courses
Chemistry 1
Geometry
Woodworking
Enrichment Courses
for K-12 + Adults:
Theater
Science
Art
Dance
Outdoor Adventures
Cooking
Summer Sports
SAT Prep
Driver’s Ed
Creative Writing
All School Open House
February 15, 9:00am
April 5, 9:00am
Five weeks (June 21-July 23) • Location TBA
9 a.m.-Noon on Mon.-Wed.-Fri. for ages 3-4 • Basic cost: $275
SUMMER DAY CAMP
Eight weeks (June 21-Aug. 13) • Hoopes Park or Everhart Park
7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday for ages 5-10
Costs vary; please call for details
CAMP B.I.G.
Eight weeks (June 21-Aug. 13) • Location TBA
7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for ages 11-14
Costs vary; please call for details
Weekly trips (depending on the camp), special guests, sports activities,
arts & crafts, morning snack, and lots of fun! This year’s theme: England!
Registration forms available from West Chester Parks & Recreation Dept., 401 E. Gay St.
...and More!
www.
westtown.edu/Summer
610.399.7569
opportunities...
WEST CHESTER PARKS & RECREATION DEPT.
610-436-9010
www.west-chester.com/recreation.php
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
KIDS A14
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Monday-Friday; (program times vary); no
program on July 5.
Miscellaneous: Summer at Crossroads
offers a program that gives you the
flexibility to choose the academic program
your child needs or to build a full-day
program of academics, lunch and
recreation. Students work in small groups
with experienced educational
professionals who individualize instruction
to meet your child’s unique learning
needs.
Summer L.I.F.E.
1777 N. Valley Road, P.O. Box 730, Paoli
610-296-6725, ext. 115
www.summermatters.org
Programs and Events: Summer L.I.F.E. is
an experiential learning program that
provides students with opportunities to
refine academic and social skills within the
context of "real world" experiences,
including day camps, overnight travel trips
and community-based programming from
mid-July to late-August.
Tuition: Visit web site or call for details.
Ages: For ages 6-to-21 years.
Dates and Times: Varies with each
session; day camps run from 9-3 p.m. daily;
Travel excursions and overnight trips from
mid-July to late-August.
Transportation: Regional drop-off/pickup offered at additional cost.
Miscellaneous: The 2010 program
includes components in: acting,
cartooning, sailing, woodworking, science,
horseback riding, outdoor education,
history, creative arts and traveling.
The Extended School Year Program
at The Vanguard School
1777 N. Valley Road, P.O. Box 730, Paoli
610-296-6725, ext. 115
www.summermatters.org
Programs and Events: Comprehensive
full-day program for students who qualify
for ESY in order to maintain skills and to
reduce regression over the summer
months.
Tuition: Call for details.
Ages: For ages 6-to-21 years.
Dates and Times: Monday through
Friday, June 28-Aug. 7, from 9-2 p.m.; no
program on July 5.
Transportation: Provided by students’
home school districts.
Miscellaneous: This program is
designed to maintain skills and to reduce
regression through the use of “thematic
learning” in small-group and individualized
instruction that incorporate academic,
social, behavioral and vocational needs of
students from individual IEP goals.
Afternoon activities, such as gardening,
drama and cooking, offer students
opportunities to generalize skills and focus
Discovery Day Camp
At Discovery Day Camp, West Chester, campers may have an encounter with
the llamas that inhabit the four-acre, wooded campus. Discovery offers
weekly camps between June 11-Aug. 27 for boys and girls ages three-to-12
years. There’s also a counselor-in-training program for 13-to-15-year-olds. For
more information, call 610-696-5984 or visit discoveryschoolandcamp.com.
on interpersonal skills in the context of
engaging activities.
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SUMMER CLAY CAMP
at the POTTERY PLACE
1426 Marshallton-Thorndale Road
Downingtown
610-772-0433
www.harmonpottery.com
e-mail: chris@harmonpottery.com
Programs and Events: Clay camp for
children ages seven-to-teens. All projects
will be done in clay through hand-building
and some pottery wheel. A new theme is
introduced each day and campers create
projects according to the theme of the
day.
Dates and Times: Camps are offered 911:30 a.m. or 12:30-3: p.m. Visit web site
for dates and times.
•
BRIGHT LIGHT
EARLY LEARNING CENTER
SUMMER CAMP 2010 • JUNE 21-AUG. 27
• Family owned/operated
• Fun weekly themes
• ages 6 to 12
• 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Activities include field trips, arts and crafts, swimming, and much more!
610.458.5428
70 Senn Drive, Chester Springs, PA 19425
www.brightlightelc.com
SUMMER SESSIONS
at WESTTOWN SCHOOL
975 Westtown Road, West Chester
610-399-7569
www.westtown.edu/SummerSessions
Programs and Events: Westtown
Summer Sessions offer co-educational day
enrichment programs in arts, academics,
athletics and outdoor education. Our
programs consist of hands-on, discoverydriven activities in a creative, supportive
and inclusive environment. Exciting
morning enrichment activities and
afternoon day-camp options create a
flexible schedule you tailor to your child's
desires and your family's needs. Class sizes
are limited to maximize fun and education,
but they fill quickly.
Math, science and art courses are
available for high school credit as well as
SAT prep and driver's education. We also
APRIL 2010
have some great new evening programs for
parents.
Ages: For children entering PK-12 in the
fall of 2010, plus adults.
Dates and Times: June 21-Aug. 13
Miscellaneous: Enjoy our 600 acres of
summer fun with our talented professional
faculty of teachers, artists and coaches.
Full-day and half-day weekly enrollment
are available.
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TOUCH OF CLASS DANCE STUDIO
PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS
and DANCE CLASSES
Milltown Square
150 E. Pennsylvania Avenue
Downingtown
610-518-2130
www.touchofclassdance.com
Programs and Events: A fun and fanciful
experience for the dancer in your life.
Each camper has a chance to express
themselves and grow as individuals both
on the stage and behind the scenes. Daily
classes are offered in dance, drama and
stagecraft and chorus. Campers are
exposed to each area and then showcase
their talents on the last day of the session
in a performance for their friends and
family.
Tuition: Performing Arts Camp —
$200/two-week session.
Ages: Mini-camp for five- and six-yearolds and junior camp for 7-to-10 year-olds.
Dates and Times: Session 1 — MondayFriday June 21-July 2; Session 2 —
Monday-Friday July 5-16 from 9-noon.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Summer dance classes
run June 21-July 26. Classes in
introduction to jazz/basic hip-hop,
advanced hip-hop, jazz, ballet, open tap,
open modern and kickboxing available.
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UNITED SPORTS
1426 Marshallton-Thorndale Road
Downingtown
610-466-7100
www.unitedsports.net
Programs and Events: United Sports has
created an interactive camp experience
that you wish you had when you were a
kid. Boys and girls participate in ageappropriate games and activities, including
Day Camp, Total Sports Camp, PeeWee
Camp, Sport Specific Camps and Lil’
Kickers. Our sport-specific camps include
soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, baseball,
basketball, volleyball, football and inline
hockey.
Tuition: Call for information or check
web site.
Ages: Boys and girls ages 3-to-15 years.
Dates and Times: Full-day and half-day
options; one-week sessions for the
different camps between June 7-Aug. 23
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APRIL 2010
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or full summer option. Half-day 9-noon;
full-day 9-3 p.m. Extended hour camps
available for early drop-off and late pickup; please inquire. Lunch program is
available.
Miscellaneous: With an unbelievable
indoor facility, there are no rainouts.
Inquire about special Peewee (ages 3-to-6
years) themes for weekly camps.
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CAMP UMLY
Upper Main Line YMCA
1416 Berwyn-Paoli Road, Berwyn
610/647-9622
www.umly.org/camp
Programs and Events: Full-day and halfday camps for children 2 1/2 years and
older. Traditional day camp headlines our
offerings while specialty camps and
academies in arts, nature and sports round
out our summer program. Old favorites like
fishing and tennis and our travel academies
sell out quickly, so register early.
Dates and Times: Early sessions for
younger children begin June, 1. Most
camps run June 21-Aug. 13.
Miscellaneous: More information at
umly.org/camp.
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USA CHESS
The Wyndcroft School, Pottstown,*
Woodlynde School, Strafford/King of
Prussia,* Wilmington Friends School,
Wilmington, Del.
(*video game and animation
creation camps offered)
888-65-CHESS
www.chesscamp.com •
www.gamebuildercamp.com
Program and Events: Summer chess,
video game and animation creation camps.
Video Creation Camps — If your child loves
playing computer games then our Video
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
Creation camps are the place for them.
Imagine how much fun they will have
creating and designing their own video
game or 3-D animated short story. All that is
required is some computer know-how and
a bit of imagination because there are no
limits.
Tuition: Varies
Ages: Coed for ages 5-to-16 years for
chess (beginners through advanced) and
coed ages 8-to-15 for video and animation.
Dates and Times: Morning, afternoon
and all-day sessions available.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: USA Chess is the largest
and premier summer camp organizer for
children in the United States with more
than 100 schools nationwide. Campers
experience a fun-filled week while learning
the skills needed to play casual and/or
competitive chess. Registration for these
camps must take place directly with USA
Chess via the web site.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
‘SonQuest Rainforest’
Baptist Church of West Chester
221 S. High Street, West Chester
610-696-7466
www.bcwc.org
Programs and Events: Music, crafts, Bible
lessons and musical production at week’s
end.
Tuition: Free; donations accepted.
Ages: From three years to those who
have completed fifth grade.
Dates and Times: July 19-23 from 9noon.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: This is the 16th year we
have offered a free camp for children. Last
year about 60 children from West Chester
and surrounding communities participated.
Many volunteers from the church are
involved in the planning, production and
daily activities. For more information, or to
register, visit www.bcwc.org or call 610696-7466. Registration deadline is May 31.
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WEST CHESTER RECREATION
SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM
KIDDIE CAMP/SUMMER DAY CAMP
CAMP B.I.G.
401 E. Gay Street, West Chester
610-436-9010
www.west-chester.com/recreation.php
Program and Events: Weekly themes,
sports, music, crafts, swimming, bus trips
and special guests.
Tuition: Prices vary depending on camp
and camp package.
Ages: Kiddie Camp — 3-4 years old;
summer day camp — 5-to-10 years old;
and Camp B.I.G. — 11-to-14 years old.
Dates and Times: Kiddie Camp June 21July 23, Monday-Wednesday-Friday, from 9noon; day camp June 21-Aug. 13, Monday
through Friday, from 7:30-6 p.m.; and Camp
B.I.G. June 21-Aug. 13, Monday through
Friday, from 7:30-5:30 p.m.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: For more information,
call 610-436-9010 or visit www.westchester.com/recreation.php.
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WILLOWDALE WIPEOUT
Willowdale Chapel
675 Unionville Street, Kennett Square
www.willowdalechapel.org
Programs and Events: Wipeout Sports
and Arts Camp
Tuition: Early registration by April 15 is
$95; regular registration from April 16-June
14 is $115.
Ages: For children in grades K-5 during
the 2009-2010 school year.
Dates and Times: June 21-25 from 8:451:30 p.m.
KIDS A15
SUMMER CAMP
Weekly Sessions
June 7-Sept. 3
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon-Fri
• Indoors & Outdoors
• Separated by Age
& Ability
Call
PENN OAKS TENNIS
& FITNESS CLUB
610-399-3800
Learn a Lifetime Sport!
Adult Lessons for All Levels
$10 Off
Any Lesson or
Summer Camp Session
New Customers Only. With mention of this
ad when you call. Expires 6/30/10
KIDS A16
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
APRIL 2010
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