Discovery (Grades K-6)/Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
Registration
Registration is now open for 2022! Registering online gives you immediate access to scheduling classes.
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Overview
Summer enrichment courses at Wright State University are designed to encourage your child’s creativity and enthusiasm for learning. Pre-College Programs is pleased to offer summer enrichment for students entering grades K-9. Students who desire a challenge, are interested in learning and personal growth, and have the motivation to succeed are encouraged to take advantage of these hands-on, exploratory courses. Teachers and professionals from the Miami Valley provide exciting, educational, and challenging learning environments that encourage creativity and critical thinking. All courses are held on the Dayton campus of Wright State University.
COVID-19 Protocols
Welcome to Wright State University’s Summer Enrichment Program. This year’s program will follow COVID-19 approved protocols. To do so, we require assistance from parents.
Health Assessment
Parents/guardians will receive and be required to agree and acknowledge that they will follow daily heath monitoring practices for their child(ren)
Instructional Supplies
Students will bring their own high-touch classroom materials from home. Those include scissors, pencils, pens, crayons, markers, glue, and glue sticks. Materials provided by Pre-College will be handed out each day and nothing is to be shared.
Face Coverings
As of April 1, 2022, The university's on-campus mask policy will now follow the CDC community risk level for Greene and Mercer Counties. The risk level is currently considered low, or green, in both counties. Therefore, following CDC guidelines, masks are no longer be required on campus, If the risk level returns to yellow, masks will once again be required in classrooms and lab settings, and if red, inside all campus buildings.
Social Distancing
Students, staff, and instructors will maintain social distancing whenever possible.
Classrooms
Classrooms being used all have a COVID capacity of 15 or more.
Discovery Morning Recreation Break
Students will be instructed to be seated while eating. All recreation equipment will be sanitized before and after use.
Lunch Break
Students will bring their own lunches. Students must be seated while eating. Recreation equipment will be sanitized before and after use.
Water
Please send a large filled water bottle (one that your child can carry) with your child each day. Please include additional drinks for their lunch and snack. We will be outdoors as much as possible this summer.
Participant Illness
In the event that a participant becomes ill while on campus, the parent/guardian will be contacted. Students will be isolated in 116 Allyn Hall. Parents will be expected to pick up their children immediately.
Contact Tracing
If we are notified of any student contracting COVID-19, and your student has been identified as being in their class, or near them, for an extended period of time you will be notified by email and by phone. Should this happen, CDC guidelines for quarantine will be enforced. Refunds will be given based on class days that are canceled.
2022 Summer Course Information
Weekly Fee
The fee for each session is $140. A registration deposit of $70 per session is due with each application. The registration deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE after acceptance into the selected course. The balance due must be paid in full two weeks prior to the start of the session. Any payments made after the balance due date will be charged a $10 late fee. Pre-College Programs reserves the right to cancel any registrations if payments are not made by the given due date. After May 1, 2022, a fee of $10 per course will be charged to change a course selection once a student is officially enrolled in the program.
Confirmation of Registration
Upon acceptance, you will receive an email confirmation of your student’s registration.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancellation/Refund Policy: The registration deposit of $70 per session is NON-REFUNDABLE after acceptance into a selected course. All requests for refunds due to cancellation must be submitted in writing. A fee of $35 will be deducted from refunds requested after May 1, 2022. Course changes or cancellations will not be accepted past the registration deadline. In the event that a course is canceled due to insufficient enrollment, a full refund will be issued. Refunds will not be issued for students dismissed for disciplinary reasons.
Extended Care
Is available for parents who need to drop their student(s) off and/or pick up their student(s) before or after normal program hours of 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Parents who take advantage of the Extended Care option may drop off their student(s) between 7:30-8:00 a.m. and must pick them up by 5:30 p.m. The Extended Care option is an extra $55 per session, per student. There is a limited enrollment of 30 students per Extended Care session. Registration deadline for Extended Care, providing space is available, is the Wednesday prior to the start of each session at noon. A charge of $10 for every five minutes late during pickup time will be charged.
Lunch
Students should bring a mid-morning snack and sack lunch with a drink each day. There is to be no sharing or trading of items.
Recreation
Students should bring their swimsuit and towel on Tuesdays and Thursdays for swimming.
Supplies
Students will bring their own high-touch classroom materials from home. Those include scissors, pencils, crayons, markers, glue, and glue sticks. Materials provided by Pre College will be handed out each day and nothing is to be shared.
Discipline Policy
It is expected that students will take responsibility for their own behavior and act appropriately to foster a positive environment for all participants. If a student should act inappropriately during the program, a warning will be given to the student and to the parents on the day of the infraction. If inappropriate behavior recurs, the child will be removed from the class and may be removed from the program. Severe or malicious infringement of the Discovery rules or policies will result in immediate dismissal from the program.
Holiday
No classes will be held on Monday, June 20, 2022, and Monday, July 4, 2022. All fees will remain the same for that week.
2022 Courses
Week 1: June 6—10, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 1 is June 1, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- ASC 101: Spy
Discover how to improve your detective skills through the power of observation. Learn logic skills through playing games. Explore how detectives use fingerprints and shoe prints to help in their analysis. Read detective stories.
Grades 2-3
- ASC 102: Dollars & Sense
Why are candy bars placed next to the checkout aisle? Explore how advertisements influence you. Create your own marketing campaign. Develop a budget to help you save money.
- ASC 103: Junior Detective
Put your crime scenes skills to the test when you learn about fingerprints, handwriting analysis, and more. Learn how to interview suspects and how detectives use logic and reasoning to solve mysteries.
- ASC 104: Knights of the Round Table
Learn what it was like to be a knight in shining armor as you journey through history and study famous castles, kings, and queens. Create your own coat of arms and build your own castle. Build a catapult and practice with different projectiles. Create your own piece of art using a catapult and painted objects.
Grades 4-5-6
- ASC 105: Building Block of Creativity
Students will utilize Lego-style building blocks to work through engineering challenges. How can you create a floodgate that operates? What tower design produces the most structural support? How can you problem-solve with limited resources? Students will research, develop plans, build structures, and problem-solve when challenging scenarios are given to them.
- ASC 106: Webmaster
Have you ever wanted to make your own webpage? Learn the basics about developing and creating your own page. Discover how to make links to cool sites, add graphics, and your own pictures. Learn the importance of safety while using the Internet.
- ASC 107: Carnival Science
Everyone loves the games at a carnival, but did you know that science plays a role in how easily you can win? At what angle do you want to toss the ball in basket toss? What height, curve, and velocity do you need to score big in skeeball? What level of water in bottles makes it easiest to knock them down? Create, play, and test a variety of carnival-style games. Learn how to make a favorite carnival treat.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- ASC 108: Science of Sports
Ever wonder what angle is best used when playing billiards? Is it beneficial to put a spin on a ball? Learn the strategy and physics of sports as you participate in sporting events. Plan and develop your own sporting strategies and theories.
Week 2: June 13—17, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 2 is June 8, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- BSC 101: Imagination Destination
Become the next Picasso! Experiment with art by using stamps, spray bottles, stencils, sponges, and much more. Use a variety of materials to create your own masterpieces.
Grades 2-3
- BSC 102: Perfect Pets
Have you been wanting a new furry friend or maybe you already have one? Learn about the different variety of pets available. Research the skills and training needed to properly care for a wide variety of pets. This class is not appropriate for children with allergies to animals as special appearances will be made.
- BSC 103: Magnetic Madness
Examine the world of electromagnets as you investigate the magnetic properties of various materials. Study rocks that contain magnetic properties. Investigate how magnets are used in building structures.
- BSC 104: Energy In/Energy Out
Students will spend half the day creating science experiments while learning about potential and kinetic energy. The other half will be allotted to games and activities for students to release their own kinetic energy. A great class for students with lots of energy.
Grades 4-5-6
- BSC 105: Codes and Ciphers
Do you want to stop your younger sibling from reading your note? Do you want to feel like a real “secret” agent by passing a coded message to your friends? This class will show you many codes and ciphers, from simple letter switching to historic code tools. Students will also learn tips and tricks for breaking many types of codes.
- BSC 106: Uncommon Sports
Learn the rules and great teamwork when you participate in uncommon sports such as Frisbee golf, bocce ball, and others. Learn how to adapt sports so all can plan. Plan and develop your own uncommon sports.
- BSC 107: Popular Books
Do you love reading? Explore what makes a book great and what it takes to make it popular. From Goosebumps to Harry Potter, to Dork Diaries, and more, discuss popular themes throughout the stories. Play games, create art and make a favorite snack from one of the many popular books.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- BSC 108: Goldberg Innovations
Study, design, and create complex gadgets to perform simple tasks. Research past designs through Rube Goldberg’s cartoons and then create your own Rube Goldberg innovations.
Week 3: June 21—24, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 3 is June 15, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- CSC 101: Nature All Around Us
Discover the world of nature. Examine trees, birds, and bugs as you explore the campus nature trails. Create your own nature journal, map, and creepy crawly crafts
Grades 2-3
- CSC 102: Junior Science Magicians
Become a science magician! Discover how physics and chemistry make magic. Experiment with things that glow in the dark and optical illusions. Concoct potions that change color. Learn how magicians read minds and impress your friends with coin and card tricks.
- CSC 103: Making Music
How are music and math related? Make homemade instruments throughout this class and discover how to stay on beat. Drums, guitars, and more can be made out of materials around the house. Learn how music relates to math as you explore the instruments.
- CSC 104: Mummy Mysteries
Get “wrapped up” in ancient Egypt. Learn how ancient civilizations made their mummies; explore how the pyramids were built as you create your own miniature model to take home. Write your name in hieroglyphics. Join us as we discover Egyptian mysteries.
Grades 4-5-6
- CSC 105: Star Warriors Academy
Is there life on another planet? Learn science facts from science fiction when you explore the planets, creatures, and vehicles in movies and books; as you learn about the real planets, robots, and other space technology used.
- CSC 106: Travel the World
Discover a different part of the world each day. Try different foods, play games, read stories and create projects based on different countries. Explore unique cultures, plant life, and animals from different locations.
- CSC 107: Make Perfect Cents
Do you like money? Would you like to know how you can earn it, keep it, manage it, and make more? Learn about checking and savings accounts, credit, investing, stocks, and more. Learn what it takes to have a budget now and in the future.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- CSC 108: Kid Biz
Develop your own business from choosing your product to naming your business, designing a logo, understanding pricing, and profit margins, and marketing your idea. Research trends in advertising and create a budget for success.
Week 4: June 27—July 1, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 4 is June 2, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- DSC 101: Reading the Sky
Have you seen Orion and the Big Dipper? Learn about the sun, stars, and constellations. Activities will focus on math and science. Students will create their own planet mobile.
Grades 2-3
- DSC 102: Kid-ventions
Do you like to imagine inventions, create cool gadgets, and engineer exciting structures? Come and learn about kid creators, remake some of their inventions, and design your own.
- DSC 103: Art All Around
Join us and experience multiple art forms. Imagine yourself in Asia, Africa, Central America, or the Middle East! Make crafts from these areas as you create rain sticks, masks, and more. Explore these and other art forms as it is made all around us.
- DSC 104: Reptiles and Amphibians
Can you be the next reptile wrangler? Students will learn all about their favorite cold-blooded friends. Research where they live, what they eat, and if they are venomous. Create an art project based on your findings.
Grades 4-5-6
- DSC 105: The Great Escape
Codes, clues, riddles, and puzzles will all be a part of this crazy adventure. Using teamwork and troubleshooting, students will solve a series of challenges to unlock the “breakout” box. Students will learn the premise of the popular Escape Room challenges and create their own breakout game to use with friends.
- DSC 106: Survivor Skills
Learn about surviving in the wilderness. Subjects covered will include: setting up a camp, making knots, map reading, signaling, and rescues. Learn to identify food and water sources.
- DSC 107: DC v Marvel
Who would win a fight between Superman and the Hulk? Explore the DC and Marvel Universes. Compare and contrast superheroes and their powers. Learn how to deliver a persuasive speech on who would win. Create your own superhero and develop your own illustrations.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- DSC 108: Social Psychology
Have you ever wondered why you act, talk, or interact with your peers the way you do? Start with an introduction to social psychology. Examine your personality as we explore how brain structure and culture can explain only a portion of the question, “Who am I?”
Week 5: July 5—8, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 5 is June 29, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- ESC 101: Cave Explorers
Spelunking Discovery style! Students will learn how caves are formed and what animals can be found in them. Students will explore various cave paintings and make one of their own.
Grades 2-3
- ESC 102: Marshmallow Mania
Do you love fluffy marshmallows? Spend the week conducting experiments using them. Estimate how many can fit in a shoebox. Predict how far you can launch one across the quad. Experiment with the density of a marshmallow to make it sink. Create a marshmallow art project and dessert.
- ESC 103: Building Blocks of Creativity
Students will utilize Lego-style building blocks to work through engineering challenges. How can you create a floodgate that operates? What tower design produces the most structural support? How can you problem-solve with limited resources? Students will research, develop plans, build structures, and problem-solve when challenging scenarios are given to them.
- ESC 104: Lemonade Stand
Discover a variety of math concepts as you manage your lemonade stand. Make business decisions such as pricing, quality of product, inventory, and supplies. Learn to perform various mathematical functions to make your stand successful!
Grades 4-5-6
- ESC 105: Archaeology Alive
Learn what a real archaeologist does as you explore techniques used to dig, recover, and document artifacts. Make your own fossil impressions. Investigate to discover clues to our past.
- ESC 106: Hogwarts
Experience the world of Harry Potter as we combine literature and art to create projects and art based on the popular book series. Learn about the mythical spells, people, places, and much more. Discuss your favorite books and characters. Investigate Fantastic Beasts from the movie!
- ESC 107: Origami
Learn and use basic folds to make almost anything out of paper. Students will make a variety of plant and animal models with increasing complexity. Level up your creativity with the simple art of folding.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- ESC 108: Art Expo
Drawing, sculpting, and computer designs are all forms of art. Explore with us as we create unique works of art from these and other various art forms. Students will also be introduced to artists and artwork that relate to their own creations.
Week 6: July 11—15, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 6 is July 6, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- FSC 101: Continents and Culture
Discover the world this week through the exploration of customs and cultures from around the world. Each day explore a different continent and its location. Learn common phrases, games, and songs from across the globe.
Grades 2-3
- FSC 102: Artful Antics
Discover the world of art as you explore a different art technique each day. Learn how to paper mâché, paint, draw, sculpt, and more. Use your creativity and explore the many mediums of art.
- FSC 103: Night at the Museum
Help historical figures come to life! Learn about famous people from different decades. Stand in as a wax statue of your favorite historical figure in Discovery’s very own museum of History. Create your own costume and show off your wisdom of the past when you come to life for museum visitors!
- FSC 104: Young Leaders
Learn the importance of good character and leadership. Explore how one can be a good leader and a great team player through a variety of games and activities. Discover what it means to be a good sport at all times and how to work with others. Develop new skills you can use at home, school, or camp.
Grades 4-5-6
- FSC 105: Junior United Nations
Create your own government. Negotiate with other countries and experience diplomacy at its best. Create your own flag, native crafts, and traditions. Design your country’s parliament and develop laws to make your country succeed.
- FSC 106: Discovery’s Got Talent
Ever wonder what it is like to be a superstar? Discover songwriting, singing, choreography, dancing, and comedy! Don’t be shy, come on by and discover your hidden talents.
- FSC 107: Sea Life
Watch out shark week! Students will explore how marine animals live and adapt to various environments. How long can a dolphin hold their breath underwater and how do they do it? How does the temperature of water affect marine life? Make your own octopus or jellyfish as you learn about the oceans and what lies beneath.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- FSC 108: Life Lessons
Are you ready to move out already? Discover what will help you when it is time. Learn basic skills of cooking, laundry, job etiquette, money management, and more. Get a heads up on important life lessons.
Week 7: July 18—22, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 7 is July 13, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- GSC 101: Manipulating Math
Solve math problems in fun and exciting ways. This class will cover a variety of concepts including graphing, measuring, estimating, recognizing patterns, keeping track of time, and more
Grades 2-3
- GSC 102: Math Games Galore
Students will enjoy creating and playing math games to sharpen their skills. Card games and dice are just a few things this class will use to make math fun.
- GSC 103: Wacky Science
Enter the wacky world of science that allows you to explore a different area of science every day. Learn about plants, animals, rocks, ocean creatures, and the human body. Do experiments and conjure up the budding “-ologist” in you.
- GSC 104: Rainforest Wonders
Learn about the ecosystems that exist in the canopy of the rainforest. Research your favorite rainforest creatures and discover the climate they inhabit. Explore books on the rainforest and create projects based on your findings.
Grades 4-5-6
- GSC 105: Pokémon™ Adventures
Explore the history of Pokémon™. Create your own Pokémon™ characters and develop their storyline. Discuss the success of Pokémon™ and develop your own marketing plan to get even more people interested. Hands-on learning while utilizing your favorite characters.
- GSC 106: Exciting Egypt
Through hands-on exploration learn the history of Egypt and how it impacts us still today. Examine pyramids and build your own. Discover hieroglyphics and write your own. Explore mummification and what purpose it served.
- GSC 107:Science Myth Busters
What kitchen supplies will clean a penny? Can you squeeze an egg without it cracking? Discover the truth or untruth behind many science myths. Design Investigations, choose experiments, test your theories and do data analysis. Explore the scientific method as you research and test your hypothesis.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- GSC 108: Mythology
Explore mythological landscapes through the lens of monsters, gods, and heroes. Put on your toga as you learn about the magic, power, and exciting stories of the past. Students will gain knowledge about Greek, Norse, and Native American myth cultures.
Week 8: July 25—29, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 8 is July 20, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- HSC 101:Rhythm and Moves
Explore basic rhythm patterns while playing various percussion instruments. Create your own drums out of common objects. Increase your rhythm as you are introduced to different dance moves and styles.
Grades 2-3
- HSC 102: Creative Clay
Coil it, pinch it, and work it with your hands! Using self-hardening clay, you will create many unique clay objects. Express your creativity as you use beads, ribbons, and more to decorate your pottery.
- HSC 103: Tree House Magic
Experience the world of Jack and his little sister Annie, as we combine literature and art to create projects based on the popular Magic Tree House series. Join us as we enjoy their adventures as they travel through space and time.
- HSC 104: Da Vinci Science
Explore gizmos, gadgets, and ingenious inventions! Discover Leonardo and his amazing contraptions. Learn to write in “mirror writing.” Experiment with simple machines and build some of your own inventions.
Grades 4-5-6
- HSC 105: Fractured Fairy Tales
Write your own fantastic fairy tales and develop a different ending to a familiar tale. Make crafts about the fairy tales you create and read about. Prepare to use your imagination. Students will create adventures to remember.
- HSC 106: It Can Fly
Investigate airplanes, hot air balloons, kites, birds, and more. Discover the aerodynamics that allows these items to fly. Work on your own designs to build the most efficient flying contraptions. Use research and trial and error to improve your flying machines.
- HSC 107: Physics Fun
Explore magnetism, optical illusions, balloon science, and more as you discover the principles of physics. Participate in many hands-on experiments. Create your own experiments based on physics principles.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- HSC 108: Podcasts 101
Learn the ins and outs of creating, writing, and voice acting a podcast. What does it take to make a podcast? How do you tell a memorable story? Students will lay out the foundation for making their own podcast.
Week 9: August 1—5, 2022
The registration deadline for Session 9 is July 27, 2022. Absolutely no registrations will be accepted after this time.
Discovery (Grades K-6)
Grades K-1
- JSC 101: Snap, Crackle, Pop
Join us as we mix, squish, and create chemical concoctions that may crackle, pop, fizz, or sometimes safely explode. Learn to love experiments early on in school.
Grades: 2-3
- JSC 102: Rainbow Art & Science
Embark on an exciting Science-Art fusion. Learn how colors can be combined to make other colors. Students will learn about rainbows and color refraction while creating colorful art pieces.
- JSC 103: Go West
Experience frontier life as you make candles, butter, and soap – the old-fashioned way. Learn about the trip west on the Oregon Trail and design your own covered wagon.
- JSC 104: Green Thumb
Do you ever wonder what you can do to show the earth how much you care? Learn about gardening, recycling, and the importance of pollination. Students will make an art beehive.
Grades 4-5-6
- JSC 105: What’s Your Point
Improve your speaking and listening skills. Communication is not just spoken words, body language matters. Children will participate in interactive discussions and develop critical thinking skills as they dispute why pineapple does not belong on pizza or why rocky road ice cream is better than cookie dough ice cream.
- JSC 106: Ahoy Matey
Join a pirate crew and set sail for an adventure! We will recreate the world of the Golden Age of Piracy, circa 1715. Pirates will spend time each day studying biographies of their fellow pirates, constructing model ships, and identifying parts of a ship.
- JSC 107: STEM
Explore & integrate the STEM discipline through authentic hands-on projects and real-world applications. Let your mind guide you as you learn what engineers and dynamite doctors do.
Camp Odyssey (Grades 7-9)
- JSC 108: Career Choices
What do I want to be when I grow up? Let’s figure out your strengths and how they can apply to different jobs. What can I do if I love math? Do I have to be an accountant or are there other options? I love to work with my hands, what can I do? When do I need to make those choices? Definitely not now, but let’s explore options.
