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thinksummerSame magic. Different format.J U N E 7 – J U LY 1 6, 2 0 2 1@A L B U Q U E R Q U EA C A D E M Y
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thinksummer 2021Same magic. Different format.Since 1984, Albuquerque Academy’s summerprogram has provided Albuquerque-areafamilies with a wide variety of summer optionsfor children of all ages in a safe and caringenvironment. To ensure compliance withCOVID-safe practices, we’ll be welcomingsignificantly fewer students to campus thissummer. You may recognize many of ourThink Academy teachers, classes, and programs—and see we’re offering the same hands-on,project-based learning in a significantlydifferent “block” format this summer.Rest assured the magic is still happening!Small but mighty.We’re filling rooms at 50% of classroomcapacity and welcoming close to 1280students (about 66% of our traditionalsummer enrollment) back to campus thissummer. We couldn’t be happier to announcethat ALL Think Academy Summer programsand courses will be offered in person thissummer!4
Gotta stick together!Commitment to students:Keeping our school community safe this summerIt’s been a tough learning year for all students,means we’ve changed things up. A LOT.and we know many of our youngest studentsBlock programs. Student cohorting. Reducedhave really struggled with online learning.capacity. Masks social distancing. LimitedAlthough we can’t offset pandemic-eracontact points throughout the day. Stayinglearning loss in 29 days, we’re committedhome when you’re sick. Your signature on ourto helping our youngest students catch up onCommunity Pledge. This year won’t look likebasic math and reading skills—and helping allother years. While some parts of the program—children work on social skills and get used tolike swim lessons, food services, and in-personbeing in classrooms again. We’ve prioritizedour favorite enrichmentperformances—will be absent,activities, such as art,rest assured that the bestmusic, and sports. Kids needparts of the program—theQUESTIONS?to run, play, and make friendsexceptional, inspirational,this summer. Mostly, they justand seriously fun experiencesFor more information visitneed to have FUN!—remain the same.aa.edu/thinksummerFull-day enrollment forMiddle School studentsYou may enroll your childin ONE A.M. and ONE P.M.Learning Pod plus A.M.and/or P.M. Extended Careas long as there are nounsupervised gaps in yourchild’s daily schedule. Lunchsupervision will be providedfrom 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Please make sure yourchild brings a sack luncheach day.Our Think Academy staffis dedicated to providingexceptional service andsupport. Let us knowhow we can help.505-858-8811summer mail@aa.eduaa.edu/thinksummerThink Academy Summer.where children learn, grow—and thrive!Joe ColemanInterim DirectorThink Academy Programs5
Thinking about Albuquerque Academy?Consider Think Academy Summer!Whether you are considering AlbuquerqueAcademy for your child’s middle- to high-schoolyears or wishing to support their early academicsuccess through summer or after-schoolenrichment, Think Academy Programs introduceyour child to the world of educational andextracurricular opportunities available atthe Academy.Think Academy courses are thoughtfullydesigned to serve young learners of all ages,promoting qualities we value in our schoolcommunity, including: Intellectual curiosity Collaborative learning in an engaging,interdisciplinary environment Academic and social confidence buildingand risk taking Team building and sportsmanship Imaginative and artistic expression Service to and support of othersOur mission at Albuquerque Academy isto nurture your child’s natural passion forlearning through transformational educationalexperiences with intellectual peers. Manychildren who love their Think Academyexperience also find success in our admissionprocess because they are engaged and curiouslearners. We invite your child to apply formiddle or high school!For more information about AlbuquerqueAcademy’s admission and tuition assistanceprocesses for grades 6-12, please visit ourwebsite at www.aa.edu, check out ourvirtual tour or contact us at admission or(505) 828-3208. We can’t wait for your childto begin their own Academy journey!Julianne Puente, Head of SchoolAmy Keller, Director of Admission andEnrollment Management6
mid-school enrichmentMay Center for LearningSummer LEAP Program7
May Center for LearningSummer LEAP ProgramLiteracy, Empowerment, Advocacy, and Principles!PRE 3 – 8Help your child make a LEAP this summer! SummerLEAP is an intensive, individualized skill-buildingprogram targeting essential reading, writing, andmathematicskills in a smallSummer LEAPgroup setting.ProgramAppropriatefor studentsJune 7 – July 16with diagnosed8:10 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.learningpre-grades 3 – 8differences,tuition: 3900those studentswhowantto make gainsin their academicskills over thesummer, andI N PA R T N E R S H I P W I T Hmake a leapthis summerA D M I S S I O N B Y A P P L I C AT I O NT O(continued on next page)A P P L Y ,V I S I TM A Y C E N T E R . O R G8
Summer LEAP Program (continued)PRE 3 – 8those transitioning to a new school or programin grades 3 through 8, Summer LEAP empowersstudents to learn more about how they learn best,and explicitly teaches students the skills to ask forwhat they need in the classroom.In order to target instruction for each student’sindividual needs, May Center requires an admissionsassessment to be completed before Summer LEAPbegins. Once you submit your application materials,May Center personnel will contact you to set up atime for the admissions assessment.To schedule an appointment to discuss the LEAPprogram, contact amy@maycenter.orgLEAPINGAHEADLEAP is an intensive, individualizedskill-building program for studentsdiagnosed with learning differences.T OA P P L Y ,V I S I TAmy Miller is co-founder and Executive Directorof May Center for Learning, a school and outreachcenter for students with language-based learningdifferences in Santa Fe, NM. She earned her BAfrom American University, her MA from St. John’sCollege, and her MFA in Writing from Arizona StateUniversity. Amy is a nationally Certified AcademicLanguage Practitioner (CALP) and a trainer forthe SEE Multi-Sensory Language Teaching Program.She is a frequent presenter at regional educationconferences and at varied schools and organizations,recently partnering with the New Mexico PublicEducation Department to produce an onlinecourse on Structured Literacy and Dyslexia for allelementary school teachers in New Mexico. Amyis also President of the board of the Southwestchapter of the International Dyslexia Association(SWIDA). She founded Dyslexia Justice League, anempowerment group for children with dyslexia thatuses superhero stories as a vehicle for learningabout self-advocacy, growth mindset, and thestrengths of the dyslexic mind. Where I Come From,a book that Amy co-authored with May Centerstudents, won the 2014 New Mexico/ArizonaYoung Adult Book of the Year.M A Y C E N T E R . O R G9
F U L L - D AY P O D SacademicsChildren’s WorkshopPRE – KDiscovery-Go-Round!Making Fun of EverythingPRE 1 – 2Play on Words!The Art of Language,Literacy & MathPRE 2 –3All Star Day CampPRE 1–3PRE 4 – 7Great Explorations!Camps for Boys & GirlsPRE 1–3PRE 4 – 6full-day learning pods10
F U L L - D AY P O D Schildren’s workshopPRE – KExperience the never-ending fun and excitementof learning through play! Teachers gently guideand facilitate a joyful learning process through aseries of interrelated discoveries about the world.Through awide variety ofchildren’sexperiential andworkshopinterdisciplinaryactivities, youngJune 7 – July 16learners explore8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.math, science,pre-K (must be age 5reading,by 8/31/2021)language,tuition: 2195writing, andJennice Coté, Teachers gently guide and facilitatea joyful learning process.experiencenever-ending funF A C U L T Y Jennice Coté Lisa Sebastian Chelsea Smith Daniela Stromberg11
&DISCOVERYF U L L - D AY P O D SJOURNEYStudents enjoy daily grade-levelreading and math instruction.discovery-go-roundMaking Fun of EverythingPRE 1 – 2Happiness flows in a circular motion during ouramazing journey of interdisciplinary discovery! Fromart, cooking, and the five senses to design, science,and engineering, we’ll explore the wondrous worldaround us—and the imaginary world within!Students enjoydaily grade-leveldiscoveryreading andgo-roundmath instructionwith our earlyJune 7 – July 16elementary8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.reading andpre-grades 1 – 2math specialists.tuition: 2195Join us as wemake fun outof everythingalong the way!Passport to Reading & Writing 1 & 2Our love of language comes to life as we explorethe wonderful world of reading and writingwith an emphasis on word-attack skills, phonics,comprehension, and oral reading.Math Explorations 1 & 2Through fun, hands-on activities, we’ll review andreinforce the math concepts you learned during theschool year (weeks 1–2), then extend and buildon what we’ve learned as we introduce next-levelconcepts (weeks 3–6).explorethe wonderF A C U LT YBobbi Beckstrom Alexa Grodner Patricia Chavez, Reading & Writing Milagro Tognoni, Math12
F U L L - D AY P O D SplayTheonwords!Art of Language, Literacy & MathPRE 2 – 3Through a wide variety of fun, hands-on experientialactivities, Play on Words allows young learners toexplore literacy and math through a variety ofinterdisciplinarysubject areas.play on words!Children “playto learn” inJune 7 – July 16a nurturing,8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.positive,pre-grades 2 – 3and joyfultuition: 2195environmentas they buildconfidence inkey skills criticalto academicsuccess.Passport to Reading 2 & 3Paying close attention to learning styles andreading levels, we’ll experience a variety of literarygenres while focusing on increased readingability and comprehension, accuracy and fluency,language enrichment and academic vocabulary,and writing skills.Pictures Words & StoriesOur love of language comes to life as we explorethe writing process! We’ll build confidence andreadiness as we read, revise, illustrate, and publishbooks of our own—and foster a love of languageas we become enthusiastic and thoughtful writers.Math Explorations 2 & 3Through fun, hands-on activities, we’ll review andreinforce the math concepts you learned duringthe school year (weeks 1–2), then extend and buildon what we’ve learned as we introduce next-levelconcepts (weeks 3–6).Additional Subject RotationsYoung learners explore literacy and math throughdirect instruction in art, drama, indoor and outdoorgames, and other subject areas designed to supportskills acquisition and learning retention.F A C U L T Y Tara Debevec, Story Theatre Lori Hart, Fun & Games Diana Heimer, Reading 2-3 Robyn Vines Smith, Math 3 Joe Mitchell, Joy of Music Regina Potis, Pictures, Words & Stories Dot Dot Art Sarah Raether, Math 213
F U L L - D AY P O D Sall star day campPRE 1 – 3PRE 4 – 7Join us for fun-filled days of great “kid work,” whereevery day is a new adventure! We’ll engage in awide variety ofactivities whileall star day campplaying to learnin cooperativeJune 7 – July 16and collaborative8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.ways. Activitiestuition: 1095include artAll Star Day Campprojects, groupOption Asports, andpre-grades 1 – 3traditional andcooperativeAll Star Day CampOption Bgames.pre-grades 4 – 7Lower-/no-contactversions ofsports andrecreationalactivities includetraditional andFUN-FILLEDD AY SActivities include art projects, group sports,and traditional and cooperative games.cooperative games, gym activities, group sports,group skits, theme days, and celebrations. Participantsmay do individual-level work and distanced and/ormasked group training in lieu of group competition.Our schedule remains flexible and is contingentupon weather and appropriate health guidelines.Bring a sack lunch and a water bottle each day—and wearsunscreen, a hat, and athletic shoes.Campers are supervised by well qualified high-school andcollege student counselors under the close guidance ofCamp Directors. Camp groups are age-appropriate andseparated by gender (1:6 staff-to-camper ratio).F A C U L T Y Rich Harbin Peter Gloyd Jordin West14
ANDENGAGINGF U L L - D AY P O D SFUNHands-on and project-based learning supportskills acquisition and learning retention.great explorations!Camps for Boys & GirlsPRE 1 – 3PRE 4 – 6Great Explorations! Camp helps kids get their mojoback with plenty of fun and engaging play, activelearning, andjust the rightgreatamount ofexplorations!academicenrichment.June 7 – July 16We’ll combine8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.indoor andtuition: 1795outdoorCamp Option Aorganizedpre-grades 1 – 3games andCamp Option Brecreationalpre-grades 4 – 6activities withthree dailypull-out rotationsof reading andwriting, math,and an additionalsubject area.G R E AT E X P L O R AT I O N S !SAMPLE SCHEDULESEACH SCHEDULE REFLECTS 3 ENRICHMENT COURSESBOYS COHORT 1PERIODPRE-GRADE 2GIRLS COHORT 1PRE-GRADE 21Atomic Readers Writers Melinda PaezCamp Activities2Math Explorations 2 Carmen MaresAtomic Readers Writers Melinda Paez3Camp ActivitiesMath Explorations 2 Carmen Mares4Camp ActivitiesCamp ActivitiesSupervised LunchSupervised Lunch5Camp ActivitiesCamp Activities6Drawing Painting Carisa OteroCamp Activities7Camp ActivitiesDrawing Painting Carisa OterolunchAll Learning Pods include reading, writing and mathinstruction. Each Learning Pod also includes an additionalenrichment rotation. (See ENRICHMENT by Grade Levelfor a complete list.)(continued on next page)15
F U L L - D AY P O D SFA C U LT Y G R E AT E X P L O R AT I O N S !great explorations! (continued)PRE 1 – 3PRE 4 – 6Lots of fun hands-on and project-based learningsupport skills acquisition and learning retention.Low-/no-contact versions of sports and recreationalactivities include traditional and cooperative games,gym activities, group sports, group skits, theme days,and celebrations. Participants may do individual-levelwork and distanced and/or masked group trainingin lieu of group competition. Our schedule remainsflexible and is contingent upon weather andappropriate health guidelines. Bring a sack lunchand a water bottle each day—and wear sunscreen,a hat, and athletic shoes.Campers are supervised by well qualified high-school andcollege student counselors under the close guidance ofCamp Directors. Camp groups are age-appropriate andseparated by gender (1:5 staff-to-camper ratio).P R E - G R A D E S 1 - 3 enrichmentPod 1 (pre-grade 1)Christina Ivey: Math 1; Building Blocks Architecture 1Melinda Paez: Atomic Readers Writers 1Pod 2 (pre-grade 2)Melinda Paez: Atomic Readers Writers 2Carisa Otero: Drawing Painting 2Carmen Mares, Math 2Pod 3 (pre-grade 3)Alex Herring: Atomic Readers Writers 3; Math 3Mallory Kucala: Art Exploration 3P R E - G R A D E S 4 – 6 enrichmentPod 4 (pre-grade 4)Ricky Carrido: Universal Beat 4Stephanie Silva: Atomic Readers Writers 4Elizabeth Herrera: Math 4Pod 5 (pre-grade 5)Sara Cook: Word by Word: Readers Writers 5Hovey Corbin: Marimba Band 5Lisa Spencer: Jump Rope Games 5Kelly Sauer: Math 5Pod 6 (pre-grade 6)Hovey Corbin: Marimba Band 6Bert Greenberg: Math 6Lisa Spencer: Jump Rope Games 6LeAnn Stubbs: Word by Word: Readers Writers 6F A C U L T Y Jimmy Romero DeAnna Sherred16
A.M. Variety Sports CampPRE 4 – 6Woodworking WorkShopoption aPRE 4 – 6Fiber Arts WorkshopA.M. PODSPRE 1 – 3PRE 4 – 7Baseball Training CampPRE 4 – 8Sports & Rec CampPRE 4 – 6PRE 6 – 8Pump TrackPRE 5 – 7PRE 6 – 8Expressions in 2D ArtPRE 5 – 7Intro to Sculptureoption aPRE 5 – 7a.m. learning pods17
PRE 1 – 3A.M. PODSa.m. varietysports campPRE 4 – 6Variety Sports Camp offers something for everyone!We’ll spend each week learning the fundamentalsof at least twosports anda.m. varietypracticing oursports campskills throughactiveplay.June 7 – July 16Activities8:30 – 11:30 a.m.include low-/tuition: 995no-contactA.M. Variety Sports Campversions ofOption Asports—e.g.,pre-grades 1 – 3soccer, tennis,A.M. Variety Sports Campfloor hockey,Option Bflag football,pre-grades 4 – 6volleyball,ultimateFrisbee ,kickball,basketball,baseball,ACTIVEP L AYLearn the fundamentals of sports bypracticing our skills through active play.and softball. Participants may do individual-leveldrills and distanced and/or masked group trainingin lieu of group competition.Our schedule remains flexible and is contingent uponweather and appropriate health guidelines.Be sure to send sunscreen and a water bottle for yourchild every day.F A C U L T Y Monty Blodgett Justine LeMaster Sarah Garcia18
A.M. PODSwoodworkingworkshop option aPRE 4 – 6Learn basic woodworking skills while working onseveral different introductory projects! We’ll learnsafety precautions, including general safety protocolsfor the classroomand proper usewoodworkingof all tools.workshopStudents areoption aintroducedto the use ofJune 7 – July 168:30 – 11:30 a.m.power toolsincluding thepre-grades 4 – 6electric sander,tuition: 1100cordless drill,rotary carvingand sandingtools, scrollsaw, and drillpress. ClassesemphasizesustainabilityBUILDINGSKILLSLearn basic woodworking skills whileworking on introductory projects!and the use of renewable resources for carpentry andwoodworking. Wood-finishing techniques featurewater-based wood finishes and stains.Safety glasses and equipment are provided.Students must wear closed-toed shoes.F A C U L T Y Tom Tolbert19
A.M. PODSfiber arts workshopPRE 4 – 7Learn basic fiber-arts skills such as hand sewing,knitting, crocheting, macramé, and embroidery! Ourfun and engaging projects including hand-sewingfelt emojikeychains andfiber artsfinger puppetsworkshop(which we’llembellish withJune 7 – July 16sequins, buttons,9 a.m. – noonand beads),pre-grades 4 – 7crochetingtuition: 1100granny squares,knitting basicscarves, weavingfriendshipbracelets,embroideringpatches, andmore. Onceyou’re comfortable with theFUNANDENGAGINGLearn hand sewing, knitting, crocheting,macramé, and embroidery!design andconstructbasics, we’ll encourage you to design and constructyour own fiber-arts projects!Students will be provided with a dedicated set of toolsand materials that only they will use throughout the day.F A C U L T Y Athena Burch Karen Katzenberger20
A.M. PODSbaseballtraining campPRE 4 – 8Join us for a baseball fundamentals grand slam!We’ll refine both offensive and defensive skills aswe concentrate on the essential areas of baseball:hitting (batting)and basebaseballrunning,training camppitching,catching,June 7 – July 16and fielding.9 a.m. – noonWe’ll focus onpre-grades 4 – 8the technicaltuition: 850aspects ofthe gamewhile workingon tly—having fun!GRANDSLAM!Refine both offensive and defensive skillsas we concentrate on the essential areasof baseball.focus onteamworkBring a mitt, a snack, and a water bottle—and wearsunscreen, a hat, and athletic shoes (cletes are optional).F A C U L T Y Chad Kuhn Malik Yzaguirre21
PRE 4 – 6A.M. PODSsports & rec campPRE 6 – 8Learn and build athletic skills in a fun and supportivelearning environment! Camper cohorts rotate throughbasketball, soccer, and tennis instruction each dayfor a well-rounded intro to team and recreationalsports. As we build technical skills, we’ll also buildconfidence andenjoyment ofsports & rec campthe game—June 7 – July 16while having a9 a.m. – noonwhole lot of fun!tuition: 1050Sports & Rec Option Apre-grades 4 – 6Sports & Rec Option Bpre-grades 6 – 8All equipment willbe provided. Bringa snack and awater bottle—andwear sunscreen,a hat, and athleticshoes. Optional:Students arewelcome to bringtheir own tennisracquets, soccershin guards,and/or cletes.WELL-ROUNDED SKILLSCamper cohorts rotate through basketball,soccer, and tennis instruction.F A C U L T Y Monty Blodgett, Coordinator22
PRE 5 – 7A.M. PODSpump trackPRE 6 – 8Learn to ride like a pro on Albuquerque Academy’spump track! Traversing through a series of rollers andberms that forma continuouspump trackmotion track,you’ll buildJune 7 – July 16momentum bytuition: 525“pumping” thePump Track Option Avarious features,pre-grades 5 – 7no pedaling8:15 – 10 a.m.required.Beginners canPump Track Option Bpre-grades 6 – 8ride slowly and10:15 a.m. – noondevelop theskills required toincrease speedand momentum.With a littlemore speedand skill, rollersbecome gapRIDELIKEAPROTraverse through series of rollers and bermsthat form a continuous-motion track.jumps—and berms can be used to jump to differentsections of track.Bring a snack and a water bottle—and wear sunscreen, ahat, and athletic shoes. Recommended but not required:full-finger bike gloves, sunglasses, skate/bike shoes.F A C U L T Y Mike Hanselmann23
A.M. PODSexpressions in 2D artPRE 5 –7Nurture your inner artist during our creative journeythrough a variety of media, techniques, and styles!We’ll discover line, color, shape, and texture aswe become acquainted with a variety of materialsincluding pastels, charcoal, watercolor, acrylic paint,and more. Ourcourse includesexpressionsan introductionin 2D artto printmaking,consideredJune 7 – July 16the link between8:30 – 11:30 a.m.the fine artpre-grades 5 – 7of drawingtuition: 1000and paintingand the moretechnicalcomputer-aidedand mechanicaldesign disciplines.Along the way,we’ll make art inCREATIVEEXPRESSIONNurture your inner artist during ourcreative journey through a variety of media.joy ofcreativitythe studio and en plein air—placing an emphasison the joy of creative self-expression as we developindividual style and improve technique.F A C U L T Y Lyn Pierre24
A.M. PODSintro to sculptureoption aPRE 5 – 7Explore your ideas in 3D using a variety of materials!Using clay and other mediums (including but notlimited to recycled, natural, and found items), we’lllearn basictechniquesintro to sculpture(carving,option aassembling,and modeling).June 7 – July 16We’ll investigate8:30 – 11:30 a.m.the principlespre-grades 5 – 7of balancetuition: 1000(compositionaland physical),movement,texture, form,and positive andnegative space.We’ll supercharge ourimaginationsLEARNTECHNIQUESWe’ll investigate the principles of balancemovement, texture, form, and positiveand negative space.exploreyour ideasand foster self-expression as we create sculpturalforms inspired by stories, past and current events,creative ideas, and dreams!F A C U L T Y Sandria Cook25
P.M. Variety Sports CampPRE 1 – 3PRE 4 – 6No-Contact KaratePRE 4 – 8Musical TheatreWorkShopPRE 6 – 8PRE 6 – 8Intro to Sculptureoption bPRE 6 – 8P. M . P O D SWoodworking WorkShopoption bp.m. learning pods26
p.m. varietysports campPRE 4 – 6Variety Sports Camp offers something for everyone!We’ll spend each week learning the fundamentalsof at least twosports andp.m. varietypracticing oursports campskills throughactiveplay.June 7 – July 16Activities12:30 – 3:30 p.m.include low-/tuition: 995no-contactP.M. Variety Sports Campversions ofOption Asports—e.g.,pre-grades 1 – 3soccer, tennis,P.M. Variety Sports Campfloor hockey,Option Bflag football,pre-grades 4 – 6volleyball,ultimateFrisbee ,kickball,basketball,baseball,P. M . P O D SPRE 1 – 3ACTIVEP L AYLearn the fundamentals of sports bypracticing our skills through active play.and softball. Participants may do individual-leveldrills and distanced and/or masked group trainingin lieu of group competition.Our schedule remains flexible and is contingent uponweather and appropriate health guidelines.Be sure to send sunscreen and a water bottle for yourchild every day.F A C U L T Y Monty Blodgett Justine LeMaster Jeb Pinckley27
no contact karatefor all levelsKenpo karate—a traditional martial art with rootsin China and Japan—is designed to improvebalance, coordination, physical conditioning, andmental focus. We’ll emphasize awareness of yourenvironmentby teachingno contact karateself-defense.for all levelsIn small cohorts(grouped byJune 7 – July 16age and ability),1 – 3 p.m.we’ll work onpre-grades 4 – 8earning yourtuition uniform: 650gold belt oradvanced beltand certificateby the end ofthe class.KENPOKARATEP. M . P O D SPRE 4 – 8Improve balance, coordination, physicalconditioning, and mental focusemphasizeawarenessStudents mustarrive dressed intheir uniformseach day.F A C U L T Y Bruce Davis Alex Willson28
musical theatreworkshopWith an emphasis on process, not product, we’lldevelop key skills and techniques in a fun andsupportive learning environment! Each day, studentcohorts rotatethrough amusical theatreseries of theatreworkshopexercises,structuredJune 7 – July 16classes, and12:30 – 3:30 p.m.practicums inpre-grades 6 – 8acting, dancing,tuition: 1995music, singing,and stagecraft.Whether you’rea beginner oran experiencedactor, P. M . P O D SPRE 6 – 8Develop key skills and techniques in a funand supportive learning environment!supports the learning process as wellas the creative process.This course focuses on expanding students’ abilities andpotential through the building of skills and techniques;there is no culminating performance.F A C U L T Y Darby Fegan, Music and Singing Laurie Finnegan, Acting Karroll Candelaria-Bauer, Dancing M.K. (Mimi) Peavy, Stagecraft29
BUILDINGSKILLSLearn basic woodworking skills whileworking on introductory projects!woodworkingworkshop option bLearn basic woodworking skills while working onseveral different introductory projects! We’ll learnsafety precautions, including general safety protocolsfor the classroomand proper usewoodworkingof all tools.workshopStudents areoption bintroducedto the use ofJune 7 – July 1612:30 – 3:30 p.m.power toolsincluding thepre-grades 6 – 8electric sander,tuition: 1100cordless drill,rotary carvingand sandingtools, scrollsaw, and drillpress. ClassesemphasizesustainabilityP. M . P O D SPRE 6 – 8and the use of renewable resources for carpentry andwoodworking. Wood-finishing techniques featurewater-based wood finishes and stains.Safety glasses and equipment are provided.Students must wear closed-toed shoes.F A C U L T Y Tom Tolbert30
intro to sculptureoption bPhoto courtesy of Roger EvansLEARNTECHNIQUESP. M . P O D SExplore your ideas in 3D using a variety of materials!Using clay and other mediums (including but notlimited to recycled, natural, and found items), we’lllearn basictechniquesintro to sculpture(carving,option bassembling,and modeling).June 7 – July 16We’ll investigate12:30 – 3:30 p.m.the principlespre-grades 6 – 8of balancetuition: 1000(compositionaland physical),movement,texture, form,and positive andnegative space.We’ll supercharge ourimaginationsA.M. PODSPRE 6 – 8We’ll investigate the principles of balancemovement, texture, form, and positiveand negative space.exploreyour ideasand foster self-expression as we create sculpturalforms inspired by stories, past and current events,creative ideas, and dreams!F A C U L T Y Sandria Cook31
a.m. podsLegends & Legacyof HomerPRE 6 – 8ExpeditionsPRE 6 – 8Earth & SkyPRE 6 – 8p.m. podsScience of the GreeksPRE 6 – 8Scientists in ActionPRE 6 – 8Middle School Math 7PRE 7Pre-AlgebraPRE 7 – 8ComicsPRE 7 – 9mid-school enrichmentMID-SCHOOLENRICHMENTmid-school enrichment32
M I D - S C H O O L A.M. E N R I C H M E N TPRE 5 – 7scientists at workJune 7 – July 16pre-grades 5 – 7tuition: 385Scientists at WorkOption A8:30 – 10 a.m.NCScientists at WorkOption B10:30 a.m.– noonCAF A C U L T Y Sandi MaynesEDSecure yoursafety gogglesas we investigatethe awesomeness of thescientificmethod! We’llidentify andapply thesteps throughhands-onscienceexperimentsand find possibleexplanations forour observationsas we predictand validateour data.LLElegends & legacyof HomerPRE 6 – 8Embark on a literary voyage that explores Homer’sIliad and Odyssey and the remarkable achievementsof ancient Greek society! With Doc Field as ourcaptain, we’ll meet wanderers and warriors; sitdown to a mystical feast laden with lots of foodfor thought; add a dose of myth, a big helping ofhistory, and a splash of archaeology, and celebratethe amazing culture that spawned Homer’s legendsand legacy.Join us as welegends & legacyencounter theof Homerbeauty, mystery,and power ofJune 7 – July 16these epic tales8:30 – 11:30 a.m.that informpre-grades 6 – 8so much oftuition: s at workF A C U L T Y Richard “Doc” Field, Ph.D.33
M I D - S C H O O L A.M. E N R I C H M E N Tdiscovering the world and its peoplePRE 6 – 8earth & skygeology & astronomyPRE 6 – 8Dive deep into an exploration of our world and itscultures! Through high-interest texts and excellentdocumentaries, we’ll begin to understand thedifferent ways that people have learned to livemeaningfully in their local communities, facing andmeeting the challenges posed by their environment,traditions, and current world realities. Employingproblem-solving games, map study, and focusing oncurrent events, we’ll develop close reading, criticalthinking, and communication skills. There willbe a special focus on Chinese culture, includinglanguage, philosophy, arts, crafts, and food.Our coursecapstone willexpeditionsbe a simulatedpanel discussionJune 7 – July 16of experts8:30 – 11:30 a.m.discussingcontemporarypre-grades 6 – 8tuition: 750issues ofimportance.Geology: Explore New Mexico’s ancient—andamazing—geological features! From the nearly20,000 images and designs in Petroglyph NationalMonument to the carbonate shelf structures ofCarlsbad Caverns National Park to the dramaticgeological formations of the Sandias, we’ll discoverthe wonders of our very own Land of Enchantment.F A C U L T Y Dennis FazioF A C U L T Y Doug BryanAstronomy: Brush up your stargazing skills and getready to watch humankind’s first TV, New Mexico’svery own night sky! We’ll learn to identifyconstellations, imagine the thrill of flying to planetswithin our own solar system, investigate howastronomers locate and identify celestial objects, andshow you howto fi
ALL Think Academy Summer programs . and courses will be offered in person this summer! Same magic. Different format. Since 1984, Albuquerque Academy's summer . program has provided Albuquerque-area . families with a wide variety of summer options . for children of all ages in a safe and caring environment. To ensure compliance with
