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• Week 5 – Race to Space
• Week 6 – Stories of Empires (Real & Imagined)

D-E Summer Connections Adventures programs are for students who will be entering Preschool (age 3) through Grade 5 in Fall 2021.  

The programs offer age-appropriate activities that are carefully designed so that every child has a chance for observation and discovery. This weekly program runs from (9:00 AM – 1:30 PM) offers academic courses that include math, language arts, and science. We also believe that creative endeavors should be a part of a young child’s life. As a result, performing and visual arts like music, dancing, painting, and storytelling constantly find themselves in the curriculum. To balance these activities, physical exercise in the form of physical education and recess are also included in the schedule. Dedicated faculty and an animated staff complete the picture for the Lower School Programs by providing the children with a safe and fun atmosphere where children of all ages can grow. 

This weekly program (9:00 AM – 1:30 PM) is designed to foster independence and creativity. Serving children who are in preschool between the ages of 3 – 6, we want your child to stay engaged, experience varied activities, be challenged, and have a great time. Teachers and qualified assistants provide a stimulating environment. Surrounded by warm, enthusiastic staff members who specialize in early childhood, campers will enjoy air-conditioned classrooms in Drapkin Hall, which serves as their camp base as well as an outdoor playground, for large motor and water play fun. Children are introduced to various elements of the classroom such as practical life, cooking, sensorial activities, arts, crafts, music, and movement. Each week, new themes related to 2021 Oh the Places You’ll Go general theme lead children to discover and explore basic concepts in science, math, language arts, geography, and other academic areas. Lunch as well as nutritious snacks are provided in the morning and afternoon. The price of special events are included, as are snacks and daily lunch. Summer Discoveries participants must be at least three-years old and also fully potty trained.

The Adventures Program at Dwight-Englewood School is a full-day program (9:00 AM – 1:30 PM). Summer Adventures guides students through a variety of activities that focus upon building individual initiative and group participation. Activities include interdisciplinary theme-based enrichment experiences in academics and related arts. (See Typical Daily Schedules below.) Adventure campers will be exposed to a variety of learning experiences; studies may include interactive lessons on geography, wildlife, historical figures, measuring, and science experiments. Campers practice their presentation skills and gain confidence performing in Summer Showcases for their families and peers.

At Summer Adventures, the faculty prides themselves in making learning feel like it is all fun and games, while avoiding the academic summer slide. Our children get a break from their regular school routine, gain new friends, independence, and maturity in a memorable learning experience they will treasure. Throughout the summer, our teachers break down the weekly theme into engaging lessons. Every week includes visits to our specialty areas that provide exploration of music, art, foods, Spanish, science, movement, and drama. Every Wednesday with Adventures will feature a field trip or a special onsite campus event. These activities are meticulously planned and are an important part of the magical experience that Adventures offers.

All children must have current medical and field trip forms submitted prior to attending Summer Connections. Weekly on-campus field trips and programs are organized for Adventures campers. Events are subject to change based on scheduling, availability, and weather. The price of field trips and special events are included, as are snacks and daily lunch.  Throughout the week campers are scheduled for water play, recess, siesta, and organized games outside. Traditionally, Adventures hosts Spirit days, Color War activities, a Scavenger Hunt, and an End-of-Camp Field Day. Dwight-Englewood School Summer Connections brings together new and old friends each year; different adventures every week; and innovative learning every day. For more information, contact the Director of the Adventures Program at de360info@d-e.org.

The AfterCare Program is offered to campers in Pre-K through Grade 8. Students enjoy a nutritious snack, planned and organized sports and activities, and the use of our library facilities. With a lot of fun activities, the kids will be kept creatively engaged and to keep our campers safe, we’ve devised some fun themed outdoor activities  just for The Explorers Club (Note: participants divided by age/grade level) .

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• Week 5 – Ms. Stacy’s Game of Games
• Week 6 – Outdoor Storytellers