I am UNboreable in the great outdoors.

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I am UNboreable in the great outdoors.
Professional Instructors
As an experienced team of teachers, we nurture and mentor
our campers and help them discover more about who they are
in a safe and creative environment. Below are short biographies
and a favorite quote from each Professional Instructor.
“I am
UNboreable
in the
great
outdoors.”
— P. J. Rourke
Dana Altman,Visual Arts, graduated from the University of Vermont with a degree in Art Education. After teaching
in Vermont for a number of years, she joined the Thornton
Academy faculty in 2013 and continues to teach visual
“I can’t wait until
Next Summer!”
— Camper 2014
438 Main Street, Saco, Maine
ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” — Thomas
Merton
Emma Campbell, Dance, is an alumna of Thornton
Academy and Bates College. Currently directing Thornton’s
Dance Program, Emma teaches dance technique, directs
the repertory group, choreographs for theatre productions,
as well as teaching in private dance studios and working
professionally with SONARdance. “I see dance being used as
communication between body and soul, to express what is
Summer Arts
Justine Frappier, Visual Arts, is a graduate from the
University of Southern Maine with a BFA in Art Education.
Justine teaches visual art to elementary students in southern
Maine and enjoys working in clay, painting, photography, and
printmaking. Justine has a passion for bringing out the artist
in every student. “Earth without Art is just eh.”
— Unknown
Jenna Guiggey, Music, is a graduate student at the University of Southern Maine School of Music, studying vocal
pedagogy. Through her time at USM, she is extremely active
in performing, especially in the USM Chamber Singers and
Chorale. She is very excited to share her love of music
again this year! “Music is the shorthand of emotion.” — Leo
Tolstoy
David Hanright,Theater, received his BFA in Painting from Maine College of Art and has taught visual arts
and theater at TA since 1994. He has directed the Theater
Program at Thornton since 2005 and has both acted and
designed for Community Theater in Maine , as a board
member of the Legacy Theater and now with Maine Repertory Theater. “There’s a reason we call them plays.”
Carol LaBonte, Culinary Arts, believes that children
about the importance of good nutritional habits when they
participate in cooking activities. Carol has been part of the
Thornton Academy faculty since 2000 and teaches Current
Issues in Wellness and Nutrition and Healthy Cooking. “This
is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook - try
new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above
all have fun!” — Julia Child
Keil Martin, Physical Education, received his BA in
Communications and Public Relations at St. Joseph’s College where he played four years of collegiate baseball and
ran cross country. Keil is a devoted teacher at Thornton
with his students. “Just play. Have fun. Enjoy the game.” —
Michael Jordan
Thornton Academy
Camp for Kids
About the Director
Jodi Thomas, Director, is an artist and has
been teaching visual arts since 1996. She earned her
BFA in Art and Art Education at the University of
and a Masters in Arts Education from Fitchburg State
College. “To create one’s world in any of the arts
takes courage. — Georgia O’Keeffe
Dance, Music,Theatre,Visual Arts,
Culinary Arts and Physical Education
July 13-17, 2015
Ages 8-12
Please visit our website for a listing of
Summer Arts for Teens, Ages 13-16
www.thorntonacademy.org/summercamps
2015 REGISTRATION FORM
Welcome
to Arts Camp
Thornton Academy Summer Arts Camp celebrates its fifteenth year and it promises
to be exciting and fun for everyone! Campers will explore and discover their unique
talents as they express and communicate
through the visual arts, music, theatre, dance,
culinary arts, and physical education.
“Look deep into Nature,
and then you will understand everything better.”
— Albert Einstein
Each year the professional staff designs and implements engaging and age-appropriate activities
around one theme. This year’s theme is “The Great
Outdoors!” Join us as we act, play and make art
celebrating the natural beauty of the world around
us!
The week in 2015
Arts Camp runs July 13-17, 2015, Monday through
Friday, 9AM to 3PM daily, for children ages 8-12.
The cost of Arts Camp is $180 for each camper for
the weeklong session. Register early and save with
full payment of $170 postmarked by April 1st. Otherwise, full payment in the amount of $180 must be
Name of Camper ___________________________________
Address ___________________________________________
__________________________________________________
Age at time of camp ___ Gender: M F
School ___________
Please Circle T-Shirt Size: Child L, Adult S, Adult M, Adult L
Parent/Guardian Name(s)
1. __________________________ Phone _______________
2. __________________________ Phone _______________
Tuition is non-refundable.
We accept full payments only (no deposits and balances due). Please make checks payable to Thornton
Academy. Look for a “Welcome to Camp Letter”
and a “Permission for Pick-up Form” as registration
We believe that the arts are an essential part
of a full and satisfying life. Exposure to the
arts sharpens the skills of observation and
opens the mind to possibilities. This camp
is designed to engage students intellectually,
physically, and emotionally. We look forward
to greeting new campers and familiar faces
again this summer!
Our theme
Tuition Rates
Thank you for choosing Thornton Academy’s Summer Arts Camp!
Please use one registration form per camper
and print the following information carefully:
Each day begins with all campers joining together for
Circle Time to discuss the day and upcoming events.
Campers are grouped by age and follow a rotating schedule of activities where they participate in
projects and activities in each subject based on the
week’s theme. At the end of each day, groups gather
to share their experiences and creations and to play
outside games.
E-mail address ______________________________________
For receiving brochures and other information about camp
Emergency Contact Name _________________Phone
____________
In case Parent/Guardian can not be reached
Relationship to Camper
_________________________________
return the “Permission for Pick-up Form” to the
Director ASAP.
Physician and Phone__________________________________
Each camper will receive a t-shirt, included in the
cost of tuition. Please check appropriate size on the
registration form.
Date of last Tetanus Shot: ______________________________
Children are grouped by age at Arts Camp. We
apologize, but we can not accept buddy requests.
As always, Arts Camp encourages campers to make
new friends!
REGISTER EARLY!
Campers should dress for an active day in comfortable clothing, apply sunscreen before coming to Arts
Camp. Please bring a morning snack, a water bottle,
and a bag lunch.
All questions and concerns should
be directed to Jodi Thomas,
Summer Arts Camp Director at:
jodi.thomas@thorntonacademy.org
or by phone (207)282.3361 ext 8191
We will celebrate the week on Friday at 2 PM with
open studios and performances in the Garland Auditorium.
Please check our website for news,
updates and additional forms!
www.thorntonacademy.org/summercamps
Preferred Hospital ___________________________________
* List any Allergies, Physical Limitations or Medical Conditions to be aware of:
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
WAIVER: My child has permission to participate in the TA Summer Arts Camp activities. I certify that my
child is in excellent health and that there is no limit to his/her participation except stated in writing on this
form. Permission is granted for my child to receive emergency medical treatment at my expense if I can
not be reached. Furthermore, I hereby agree to release Thornton Academy and all employees harmless
from any claim of any kind arising from my child’s participation in TA Summer Arts Camp activities. TA
Summer Arts Camp is given permission to use my child’s photo for promotional materials. I have read this
Parent/Guardian Signature ___________________________Date __________
Payment Enclosed:
_____ $170 full tuition, postmarked by April 1, 2015
_____ $180 full tuition, postmarked by June 1, 2015
_____ Total Enclosed
How did you hear about TA’s Summer Arts Camp for Kids?
_______________________________________________________
Please return your registration with full payment to:
Jodi Thomas, Summer Arts Camp Director
Thornton Academy
438 Main Street Saco, Maine 04072