Summer
camps 2015
Holy Cross Regional
Catholic School
Writing Camps
Poetry Party
July 20–23, Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–12 p.m.
Rising 6th–12th graders
Campers will learn to craft a Concrete Poem, Tanka, Villanelle, Sonnet,
etc… and will have the opportunity to perfect previously written poetry.
Crafting the Perfect Science Fiction Story
July 20–23, Monday–Thursday, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Rising 6th–12th graders
Campers will study some of the best science fiction short stories, while
mastering helpful literary techniques, resulting in the final fun of crafting
their own exciting stories.
How to Improve Your Writing Skills
August 3–6, Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Rising 6th–12th graders
Campers will improve their basic writing and editing skills. Let’s “spice” up
your writing—BAM!
Edgar Allan Poe Creative Fiction/Poetry Camp
August 3–6, Monday through Thursday, 1:00–4:00 p.m.
August 7, Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Rising 6th–12th graders
Camp will include the following:
n Studying the writing techniques of the master of
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n Studying Poe’s unique poetic techniques
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n Writing one’s own horror or mystery story
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n Writing one’s own Poe-like poetry
nTraveling to Richmond Poe Museum
n Instructor: Pam St. Angelo
n Location: Holy Cross School Media Lab and Mrs. St. Angelo’s classroom
n What to Bring: Laptop (if you have one), paper, pens, USB, other
supplies TBD if needed
n Minimum Number of Students Needed per Session: 6
n Cost: $100 per camp; $130 for Poe camp plus additional costs for
museum entrance fee, food and spending money
summer camps REGISTRATION information
nRegistration: The registration deadline for all camps is Monday, June 1, 2015. Holy Cross Regional Catholic School
reserves the right to cap a camp at a certain number if we are not able to accommodate with staffing.
n Registration Fee: $25 per camp due by Monday June 1, 2015 to be credited toward your camp fee.
nCAMP Fee: The remaining balance must be paid by the first day of the camp in which your child is registered.
Complete this form and mail with the registration fee to the following address:
Summer Camp Program, Holy Cross Regional Catholic School, 2125 Langhorne Road, Lynchburg, VA, 24501.
Please make checks payable to Holy Cross School. One registration form per camp and per child, please.
Photocopied forms for additional camps will be accepted.
2015 summer camps REGISTRATION FORM
Parent/Guardian_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City______________________________________ State___________________________________ Zip ______________________________________
Home phone___________________________________________________ Cell phone____________________________________________________
Email_________________________________________________________ Work phone __________________________________________________
Camper’s Name____________________________ Age_____________________________________ Grade completed__________________________
Current school attending______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Camp name___________________________________________________ Camp dates__________________________________________________
Registration fee enclosed_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
How did you hear about us?___________________________________________________________________________________________________
Local Emergency Phone Numbers
primary contact
Name_________________________________________________________ Relationship to child____________________________________________
Home phone_______________________________ Work phone _____________________________ Cell phone _______________________________
secondary contact
Name_________________________________________________________ Relationship to child____________________________________________
Home phone_______________________________ Work phone _____________________________ Cell phone _______________________________
Medical Information
Physician______________________________________________________ Phone_______________________________________________________
Insurance_____________________________________________________ Policy number_________________________________________________
Allergies____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Medicines__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
My child will need to have medication administered during the camp.
Yes
No
If yes is checked, the School will provide parents with any additional forms needed.
I hereby authorize school/medical officials to provide emergency medical care for my child according to their best judgement.
I agree to pay any costs so incurred, including ambulance transportation if necessary.
Parent/Guardian Signature Required:___________________________________________________ Date____________________________________
Soccer Camp
Basketball
Camp
June 9–12
Tuesday–Friday 9:00-11:30 a.m.
Co-ed, K–8th graders
Calling all soccer fans! Spend time with Coach Turille this summer
learning more about the game of soccer. During this four-day camp,
students will improve their skills through individual touches with the
ball, improve their tactical knowledge
of positions, improve their
self-confidence, develop a
positive attitude as well
as demonstrate
sportsmanship.
July 6–10
Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Co-ed, K–8th graders
Campers will learn and practice the basic
fundamentals of basketball, such as ball
handling, passing, shooting and defense.
Students will also learn the importance of
hard work and good sportsmanship.
n Instructor: Randy Turille
n Location: Holy Cross
n Instructor: Brian Blackstock
n Location: Holy Cross Gym
n Cost: $50
n Minimum Number of Students Needed: 10
n What to Bring: Snacks, drinks, water.
Volleyball Camp
Baseball Camp
June 29–July 2
Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Coed, PreK–rising 12th graders
Campers will be taught all aspects of the
game, including throwing and catching,
hitting, fielding, pitching and base running.
Older campers will be paired with younger
campers for mentoring opportunities.
n Instructor: David Knight
n Location: Holy Cross Baseball Field
n Cost: $40
n Minimum Number of Students Needed: 10
n What to Bring: Glove, cleats or sneakers and
water bottle. Please arrive with sunscreen and
bug repellent applied.
Soccer Field
n Cost: $75
n Minimum Number of Students Needed: 15
n What to Bring: Water bottle and snack. Please arrive with sunscreen
and bug repellent applied.
June 22–26, Monday–Friday
Girls, 6th–8th graders, 3:00–5:00 p.m. Holy Cross students only
This is a basic skills camp open to Holy Cross students to prepare
for the Fall 2015 volleyball season. Those girls selected at tryouts
for the middle school team should attend. Coaches for the summer
session will be Coach Barlotta, Coach Wesley, and Kate Lemley.
June 22–26, Monday–Friday
Girls, 9th–12th graders, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Holy Cross students only
This camp is for rising 9th through 12th graders that attend Holy
Cross. Those girls selected for the varsity team at
tryouts are expected to attend if they are in town.
The purpose of this camp is preparation for the
Fall 2015 season. Coaches for the
sessions will be Coach Barlotta
and Kate Lemley.
n Instructors: See above
n Location: Holy Cross Gym
n Cost: No charge
n What to Bring: Players should wear knee
pads, tennis shoes, shorts and t-shirts.
Please bring a water bottle.
summer
camps
2015
Holy Cross
R EGIONAL C AT HOLIC SC HOOL
A Catholic school for all faiths since 1879
2125 Langhorne Road
Lynchburg, Virginia 24501-1449
Fun, week-long camps for both
Holy Cross and area students!
Writing Camps
Poetry Party
How to Improve Your Writing Skills
Crafting the Perfect Science Fiction Story
Edgar Allan Poe Creative Fiction/Poetry Camp
Sports Camps
Volleyball, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer
Vacation Bible School
Miracles and Parables
Miracles and Parables
Vacation Bible School
July 14–16, Tuesday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
K–5th graders; 6th–12th graders may serve as
helpers/counselors.
Come join us as we learn more about Jesus through
His miracles and storytelling. We will have crafts, lots of
singing and dancing, story time and play acting.
nInstructor: Sherry Schemmel and Dianne Delledera
nLocation: 2nd grade classroom, elementary school library
and cafeteria
nCost: $20 for one student/$30 for two/$35 for 3+
nMaximum Number of Students: 50
nWhat to Bring: shoebox, toilet paper rolls and egg carton
For more info about our summer camps call 434-847-5436 or visit holycrossforyou.org