Donate to the Summer Arts Camp Scholarship Fund!Donations to the Summer Arts Camp Scholarship Fund will be used to provide access to the Summer Arts Camp and other City Youth Matrix sponsored activities to children in need of financial assistance. To find out more about the City Youth Matrix, please visit: www.cityyouthmatrix.com
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Camp Info
Summer Arts Camp
Sponsored by City Youth Matrix
Mission
The Summer Arts Camp seeks to engage young members of the Frederick community and empower them as artists and citizens through mentoring by passionate and experienced staff, unlocking creative potential through a variety of arts based projects and studies, and building community through collaboration.
Description
The Summer Arts Camp is a one week day camp for students in grades 3-5 that runs from 9am-2pm Monday through Thursday. Campers are able to focus in music, dance, drama, or visual art, but they will also participate in small workshops in each of the other areas as well. Campers participate in daily instruction through project based learning and will also attend daily performances/exhibitions by professionals. The camp concludes with a showcase for parents where students demonstrate some of what they learned during the week.
Focus area Descriptions
Art: the art focus provides students experience in various visual arts projects that may include drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, and even computer graphics. Students are guided through the creative process as they explore the elements of art in fun and creative ways. Completed projects are displayed at the final showcase and students get to take their work home.
Music: the music focus provides students experience in singing, playing instruments, and writing music. Students will learn songs in various styles, the basics of piano and keyboarding, play percussion instruments, and unlock their inner composer by writing simple songs. Students will perform some of their selections during the final showcase.
Drama: the drama focus provides students experience in acting and writing through small ensemble scenes, acting games, improvisation, and script development. Students are encouraged to find their stage voice, express themselves, and create unique short scenes with given themes and characters. Students will present some of their work during the final showcase.
Dance: the dance focus provides students experience in a variety of dance styles as well as the basics of choreography. Students will study foundational techniques as well as many contemporary styles. Performing as a small ensemble will be a focus and students will also get the chance to create movement to short musical examples.
Camp schedule
Monday-Wednesday Schedule
8:45-9:00 Drop Off
9:00-11:00 Lesson/Studio Time
11:00-11:30 Lunch
11:30-12:15 Guest Artist Presentation in auditorium
12:20-12:55 Exploratory Arts Workshop
1:00-2:00 Lesson/Studio Time
Friday Schedule
8:45-9:00 Drop Off
9:00-11:00 Lesson/Studio Time
11:00-11:30 Lunch
11:30-12:45 Rehearse Showcase/Setup Time
1:00-2:00 Final Showcase for parents, family, and friends
Opportunities after camp
If campers are looking for more arts experiences after this camp is over, they are encouraged to check out the following:
Description of sponsors
City Youth Matrix:
cityyouthmatrix.com
City Youth Matrix is a community-based public nonprofit 501(c)(3). The "nuts and bolts" of City Youth Matrix is that we remove barriers. We will provide registration opportunities, scholarships, and transportation for children and their families to be immersed in the wealth of enrichment opportunities that Frederick provides. This means that all youth will now have greater opportunities to enjoy any youth recreational sports program, art program, performing arts program, life skills program and mentor program that is being offered in any capacity.
Additionally, and critically, we invest a great deal of time and focus in helping parents or guardians fill gaps and access resources that will help them independently support their children beyond the enrichment programs….. We call this our Family Empowerment Platform.
Camp Regulations and Procedures
Cost/Registration info
SIGNING IN/OUT
Parent, guardian or authorized person over the age of 18 must sign campers in & out each day and must show photo identification. Staff is required to ID all persons picking up children.
LATE PICKUP POLICY
If a parent or authorized person is late picking up the camper, a late fee of $1 for every 3 minutes will be applied.
CHILDREN’S BELONGINGS
Please label all belongings. Personal belongings should be kept in a bag or backpack. Cell phones and electronic devices are allowed to be carried in the child’s backpack but must be turned off during camp hours. We strongly discourage campers from bringing these items to camp.
CAMP ATTIRE
Children are encouraged to dress comfortably. Students in the dance focus will want to wear clothes that are comfortable for dancing. Please do not send your child to camp in open-toed shoes or sandals.
LUNCH
Campers are required to pack a non-perishable lunch, snacks and a water bottle.
CAMP STAFF
Camp staff are carefully screened and selected for their activity skills, level of enthusiasm, ability to work well with children, and good judgment. Training is provided on safety procedures and expected conduct, as well as program planning and implementation. By state law, all staff undergo background checks and must be certified in CPR and First Aid.
Sponsored by City Youth Matrix
Mission
The Summer Arts Camp seeks to engage young members of the Frederick community and empower them as artists and citizens through mentoring by passionate and experienced staff, unlocking creative potential through a variety of arts based projects and studies, and building community through collaboration.
Description
The Summer Arts Camp is a one week day camp for students in grades 3-5 that runs from 9am-2pm Monday through Thursday. Campers are able to focus in music, dance, drama, or visual art, but they will also participate in small workshops in each of the other areas as well. Campers participate in daily instruction through project based learning and will also attend daily performances/exhibitions by professionals. The camp concludes with a showcase for parents where students demonstrate some of what they learned during the week.
Focus area Descriptions
Art: the art focus provides students experience in various visual arts projects that may include drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, and even computer graphics. Students are guided through the creative process as they explore the elements of art in fun and creative ways. Completed projects are displayed at the final showcase and students get to take their work home.
Music: the music focus provides students experience in singing, playing instruments, and writing music. Students will learn songs in various styles, the basics of piano and keyboarding, play percussion instruments, and unlock their inner composer by writing simple songs. Students will perform some of their selections during the final showcase.
Drama: the drama focus provides students experience in acting and writing through small ensemble scenes, acting games, improvisation, and script development. Students are encouraged to find their stage voice, express themselves, and create unique short scenes with given themes and characters. Students will present some of their work during the final showcase.
Dance: the dance focus provides students experience in a variety of dance styles as well as the basics of choreography. Students will study foundational techniques as well as many contemporary styles. Performing as a small ensemble will be a focus and students will also get the chance to create movement to short musical examples.
Camp schedule
Monday-Wednesday Schedule
8:45-9:00 Drop Off
9:00-11:00 Lesson/Studio Time
11:00-11:30 Lunch
11:30-12:15 Guest Artist Presentation in auditorium
12:20-12:55 Exploratory Arts Workshop
1:00-2:00 Lesson/Studio Time
Friday Schedule
8:45-9:00 Drop Off
9:00-11:00 Lesson/Studio Time
11:00-11:30 Lunch
11:30-12:45 Rehearse Showcase/Setup Time
1:00-2:00 Final Showcase for parents, family, and friends
Opportunities after camp
If campers are looking for more arts experiences after this camp is over, they are encouraged to check out the following:
- FCPS Courses: beginning in middle school and high school, enroll in arts based classes like band, orchestra, choir, drawing and painting, ceramics, sculpture, theatre, dance, and much more! FCPS offers many opportunities for students to pursue the arts during the school day for free!
- Academy for the Fine Arts: this is a career pathway program for students in grades 10-12 that is part of FCPS. Students from any high school in the county can apply and attend for half of the school day to receive in depth instruction in art, dance, music, and theatre. Scholarship opportunities and college credit through FCC are both part of this program!
- Delaplaine Courses: the Delaplaine Arts Center is located in downtown Frederick and offers several after school and summer courses where students can get in depth instruction in Visual Art
- Local Dance Studios: Frederick is home to many excellent dance studios such as 24/7, Elite Feet, and Dance Unlimited.
- Frederick Regional Youth Orchestra: FRYO is an after school organization that provides several ensembles for students to play in based on ability level. Ensembles include symphonic orchestra and jazz band. Rehearsals take place once a week and concerts are performed regularly.
- Fredericktowne Players
- Maryland Ensemble Theatre
Description of sponsors
City Youth Matrix:
cityyouthmatrix.com
City Youth Matrix is a community-based public nonprofit 501(c)(3). The "nuts and bolts" of City Youth Matrix is that we remove barriers. We will provide registration opportunities, scholarships, and transportation for children and their families to be immersed in the wealth of enrichment opportunities that Frederick provides. This means that all youth will now have greater opportunities to enjoy any youth recreational sports program, art program, performing arts program, life skills program and mentor program that is being offered in any capacity.
Additionally, and critically, we invest a great deal of time and focus in helping parents or guardians fill gaps and access resources that will help them independently support their children beyond the enrichment programs….. We call this our Family Empowerment Platform.
Camp Regulations and Procedures
Cost/Registration info
- Complete the Registration Form Online by visiting:
- https://www.fcpsartsacademy.org/summerartscamp.html
- Tuition for Summer Arts Camp is $100 per student.
- Scholarship opportunities are available through the City Youth Matrix. Contact aaron@cityyouthmatrix.com
- Registration includes a t-shirt for all campers and any projects created during the week.
- https://www.fcpsartsacademy.org/summerartscamp.html
- Download the Camper Health Form and bring on the first day of camp. Parents/guardians who do not bring the form will have to complete it on site the first day. All campers must have a completed health information form on file at the camp location in order to attend. You may receive additional forms/newsletter specific to your child’s camp through email before the camp begins.
- If needed, completed the Medication Authorization Form if camp staff needs to administer any medications between 9am and 2pm.
- Students need to bring a lunch each day. Snack items will be provided.
- Tuition is refundable up to two weeks prior to the start date.
SIGNING IN/OUT
Parent, guardian or authorized person over the age of 18 must sign campers in & out each day and must show photo identification. Staff is required to ID all persons picking up children.
LATE PICKUP POLICY
If a parent or authorized person is late picking up the camper, a late fee of $1 for every 3 minutes will be applied.
CHILDREN’S BELONGINGS
Please label all belongings. Personal belongings should be kept in a bag or backpack. Cell phones and electronic devices are allowed to be carried in the child’s backpack but must be turned off during camp hours. We strongly discourage campers from bringing these items to camp.
CAMP ATTIRE
Children are encouraged to dress comfortably. Students in the dance focus will want to wear clothes that are comfortable for dancing. Please do not send your child to camp in open-toed shoes or sandals.
LUNCH
Campers are required to pack a non-perishable lunch, snacks and a water bottle.
CAMP STAFF
Camp staff are carefully screened and selected for their activity skills, level of enthusiasm, ability to work well with children, and good judgment. Training is provided on safety procedures and expected conduct, as well as program planning and implementation. By state law, all staff undergo background checks and must be certified in CPR and First Aid.
