Summer at PCA
Registration Page (pricing listed)
PCA is excited to be able to offer our summer programming again for 2011! Eight weeks of thrilling, competitive, and educational day programs will be available for children entering grades K-8! We are expanding the options and will now be offering three different programs simultaneously this summer to better meet your family’s needs and interests.
The programs will run for 8 consecutive weeks starting Monday, June 20, and ending Friday, August 12. (We will be closed on Monday, July 4.) Each week will have a different theme and activities. Parents may register their child for one or multiple weeks. These programs are available to all children of the appropriate age.
All programs will begin at 9 AM and end at 3 PM. Extended care will be available, both before and after, if needed.
“Little Eagles”
This program is for children that will be entering Kindergarten – 2nd grade in the fall. It will be led by one of PCA’s Kindergarten teachers, Betsy Hickey. Each week children will explore a different theme and make new discoveries about the world around them. Themes will include Lego Building, Creepy Crawlers, Under-the-sea, Bears, The Safari, Outer Space, Superheroes, and Sports. Each day will consist of crafts, games, and activities that relate to the theme for the week. Parents are able to register their child either by the week or by the day based on their needs. To learn more details about each theme, follow this link: Little Eagle themes
“Challengers”
This program is for children that will be entering 3rd – 8th grade in the fall and who are looking for a challenge! Whether it’s building a rocket to launch, engineering a motorized Lego vehicle, or dissecting a shark, your child will enjoy experiencing and discovering new things each day. A different instructor, specializing in each theme, will lead the instruction time each week. Themes will include Lego Collision Cars, Outdoor Adventures, Theatre, Lego Vehicle Engineering, Rocketry, and Marine Biology. Days will consist of three to four hours of core instruction time followed by games, activities, or crafts that relate to the theme for that week. To learn more details about each theme, follow this link: Challengers themes
“Kamp Kaleidoscope”
This program is for children that will be entering 3rd – 8th grade in the fall. Children will participate in fun and exciting games, activities, and crafts pertaining to a different theme each week. Themes will include Lego/Engineering, Basketball, Outdoor Adventures, Acting, Soccer, Rocketry, and Marine Biology. They will also enjoy off campus field trips throughout the summer. Parents are able to register their child either by the week or by the day based on their needs. To learn more details about each theme, follow this link: Kamp Kaleidoscope themes
For those who wish to purchase lunches, Papa Gino’s will be supplying our lunches for the summer. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays we will be offering 2 slices of three-cheese blend pizza. On Tuesdays, hotdogs on a toasted bun will be served; and on Thursdays, 3 chicken tenders (approx. 6 oz.) will be offered. Each lunch will also come with one snack of the child’s choice from our snack stand (a bag of chips, fruit snacks, gold fish, cookies, etc).
This option is for those that would only like to register their child for the pizza. This would include 2 slices of Papa Gino’s three-cheese blend pizza and a snack of the child’s choice form our snack stand - on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Click on the link below to fill out forms that must be turned in before your child may participate in our programming. These forms may be filled out and saved electronically and
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faxed to 603.750.0490, Attn: Derek Summers or
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mailed to PCA, Summer Program, 20 Seaborne Dr., Dover, NH 03820.
Your registration is not complete until these forms are turned in:
- All registrations must be accompanied by payment in full and must be received 4 weeks prior to the start of the applicable program. All payments are non-refundable, unless a program becomes unavailable. We do not confirm each child's registration. If a program does become unavailable, we will return the full registration fee(s).
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Each week may have a field trip with an additional charge of $3 - $6.
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Extended Care: There will be morning care from 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM and aftercare from 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM if needed. The rate for extended care is $5.50 per hour which will be billed in half hour increments.
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Tax Information: For your tax purposes, please keep all email receipts as a record of payment. Our Tax ID # is: 02-0465448.
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If you have any questions, please contact Derek Summers at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 603.742.3617, Ext. 137.
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Discount opportunity: Register for 6 full weeks or more by May 15, 2011, and receive a 5% refund off your total registration at the completion of your weeks.
The PCA summer staff is committed to providing a fun, safe, and educational environment for your children this summer.
Derek Summers – Summer at PCA Program Director
Derek is currently the Afterschool and Summer Program Director for Portsmouth Christian Academy at Dover. He has coached the PCA Junior High Boy’s Basketball team for the past 2 years. He has degrees from Cedarville University in Sports Management, Business, and Coaching. He also has ten year’s experience in retail and customer service. Derek is CPR and First Aid certified and is also certified to drive PCA’s mini-bus.
Daniel Dickens – Assistant Director and Kamp Kaleidoscope Leader
Dan is currently a high school math teacher at PCA. He is an EMT for the town of Newmarket and is licensed to teach CPR, AED, and First Aid. He has coached boys’ and girls’ soccer, girls’ basketball, and softball at all levels from junior high to varsity. Dan has a degree in Electrical Engineering from Tufts University. He is certified to drive PCA’s mini-bus.
Betsy Hickey – Little Eagles Leader
Betsy has been teaching Kindergarten at Portsmouth Christian Academy at Dover for two years. Her prior camp experience includes the Stony Brook School Summer Program in Stony Brook, NY and Camp Cowabunga at Moharimet Elementary School in Madbury, NH. She received her teaching degree from Gordon College. Betsy is CPR and First Aid certified.
Lisa Haverly – Craft Coordinator
Lisa has over ten years of experience working with children. She is currently finishing up her fifth year at PCA working as a teacher’s aide for first and second grade. She also has five year’s experience as a special education paraprofessional in a public school for grades K-4. Lisa teaches several game and art workshops for the PCA Kaleidoscope program and has a background in printing and graphic arts. This will be her second year of leading the crafts for the PCA Summer Program. Lisa is First Aid and CPR certified.
Michael Hickey – Head Counselor
Mike is now in his second year of teaching 5th grade at PCA. He is also PCA’s junior high girls’ soccer coach and boys’ JV basketball coach. He enjoys working with children and has had prior head instructor experience at PCA's Summer Program. Prior to coming to PCA, he had seven years of experience working at the Stony Brook School Summer Programs in New York. He received his teaching degree from Gordon College. Mike is CPR and First Aid certified and is also certified to drive the PCA mini-bus.
Chris Drew – Lead Counselor
Chris is a PCA alumnus, and is currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration at the University of New Hampshire. He has three year’s experience working in aftercare and is currently overseeing the junior high aftercare program at PCA. This will be his fourth year working for the PCA Summer Program. Chris is trained in CPR.
Calling all animals lovers! We will be exploring wild animals throughout the week… from lions, elephants, and zebras to giraffes, cheetahs, and much more! Create a macaroni lion and your own safari binoculars. Play active games like “pull the monkey’s tail” and “hippos in the mud”. If you love wild animals, you’ll love exploring them with us!
Come wearing your favorite team’s jersey as we jump into action this week playing many sports and games! Learn the basic skills necessary to play a variety of sports like soccer, basketball, flag football, kickball, and more. Create your very own pennant and decorate a team visor. Participate in the “Little Eagles” Olympic Games and win your very own metal!
Brown bears? Black bears? Polar bears? Panda bears? Teddy bears? We’ll examine them all this week! We’ll take a look at the similarities and differences between these bears, and play games such as “Bear hunt” and “Mr. Bear, are you sleeping?” With crafts such as “pom-pom teddy” and “panda bear mask”, this week is going to be a “beary” good time!
Do you have a favorite super hero? Join us this week to enter a world of superhero fun! Come dressed up as your favorite character! Design your own hero mask and create your own shield and cape. Challenge yourself with an obstacle course and superhero relays. Sore to new heights and be a superhero all week long!
Investigate all kinds of creepy crawlers this week! Go on a “bug hunt” to discover what creepy crawlers are right here on campus. Learn about the parts of an insect and explore various bug habitats using fun crafts and games. Make edible caterpillars and colorful butterfly sun catchers. Don’t “bug” out! This week will be fun for all.
Engineer buildings, bridges, vehicles, etc. using materials such as Legos, blocks, straws and tape, and other creative things! Form teams and create the highest structure and the strongest bridge. Go on Lego scavenger hunts and participate in Lego relay races. Enjoy Lego crafts such as making a Lego picture frame. Excitement is “built” into every activity!
Come “under-the-sea” this week as we explore ocean life! Hear stories about creatures of the sea and discover how whales communicate. Create a jellyfish mobile and design your very own crab. Play games like “swim fishy swim” and “Who caught a fish in the big blue sea.” Also, marine biologist, Katherine Watson, will come in each day to allow children to engage in hands-on learning with local marine life!
3..2..1.. Blastoff! Become an astronaut this week and explore the wonder of outer space. Discover new facts about our solar system through crafts and activities. Build a “seltzer rocket” and your own model space ship. Play games like “moon rock relay race” and “space freeze walk.” Come enjoy an experience that will be out of this world!
For those of you who are in need of day care for specific days through out the summer, but not looking to purchase a whole week at a time, we are able to accomodate you! Email Derek Summers at
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with each date that you would like to be registered for. The cost for pre-registered days (at least 2 weeks in advance) is $35 per day. Last minute additions or changes will be billed at $45 per day.
Collision Cars
An instructor from All About Learning, Inc., a company based out of Michigan that serves children and schools with quality technology education, will be leading this week of highly competitive LEGO mania! Students will use their unique Lego kits to build a variety of battling machines and compete against classmates. This is a class of exploration, problem solving, and risk-taking with a goal of learning and experimenting with how machines work and compete. Students will learn a variety of concepts throughout this class, including basic engineering principles, gearing and gear ratios, electric motors and energy, problem solving, and communication skills.
Let your light shine!
Have you ever wanted to be an actor? Do you love to play games? If so, this camp is perfect for you. Students will learn to use their God given creativity to create theatre through acting exercises, improvisation, movement, music, and story drama. Everyone will be cast in a short production to be performed for parents on the last day of camp. All experience levels are encouraged to join. There are only 14 spaces available!
Grace Thorsen is excited to teach this year’s summer theatre camp at PCA. She brings with her a rich experience in the theatre as a professional artist on stage and screen. Some of her credits include an actor at Oregon Shakespeare Festival, winner of best actress award at IMTA Los Angeles, best actress at the Portland 48 hour film festival, Christian sitcom’s, and award winning films at festivals including Cannes. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre and has spent many years teaching theatre to youth. Her students have guest starred on popular shows such as CSI and done major commercials for companies such as Macdonald’s and Gap. Most recently she has directed several plays and a musical at PCA. She looks forward to working with your children and sharing the joy of theatre with them.
Vehicle Engineering
An instructor from All About Learning, Inc., a company based out of Michigan that serves children and schools with quality technology education, will be leading this week of intense LEGO mania! Students will build up to 13 different motorized vehicles capped off with a final project using our unique Lego kits. Vehicles include everyday vehicles, concept cars, construction machines and more. Students will learn a variety of concepts throughout this class, including basic engineering principles, gearing and gear ratios, electric motors and energy, problem solving, forces in motion, and communication skills.
Our marine biology camp is designed to highlight New England marine plants and animals and allow the children to engage hands-on with local marine life. This session is for children who are interested in science and are curious about the ocean. By raising awareness about the marine environment (through fun activities like encountering tide pool animals, learning about beaches and estuaries, dissecting a shark, and recognizing marine life from seaweeds to whales), our children can learn to be better stewards of these important ecosystems. The camp will feature lessons, activities and games and will include a field trip to the Seacoast Science Center. This week will be taught by Katherine Watson, a marine scientist and PCA Environmental Science teacher with degrees from Northeastern University and Long Island University.
Blast off to fun!
Have you ever wondered about space exploration? Or have you wanted to build a rocket and blast it off? Now you can learn about both at PCA this summer! In our elementary rocket science program, students will learn about the history of space exploration from its earliest days, continuing through the 1950s "Space Race", and culminating with NASA's current programs. Each day will include lessons about these topics, as well as hands-on construction of a model rocket. By the end of this week, students will have a greater understanding of the history of space exploration and rocket science and will also have the chance to launch their model rocket!
Michael Hickey is a graduate of Gordon College in Wenham, Massachusetts and is currently teaching fifth grade at Portsmouth Christian Academy, and this will be his second year of teaching the Rocketry summer program here at PCA. He has worked at the Stony Brook School Summer Programs on Long Island for 7 years, and he directed their science and rocket program for elementary students. He was responsible for developing and delivering the curriculum to the 45 students in the program. He enjoys teaching rocket science to young students and exposing them to the wonder and excitement that so easily follow!
The theme for this week is speed! Whether children are competing in an obstacle course, completing a scavenger hunt, stacking cups, or playing capture the flag… the name of the game is speed. They will be challenged in mental speed games as well, such as speedy tongue twisters, Sudoku puzzles, and much more. Your child will “race” through this week with high energy as they participate in many fun activities!
This week will be filled with skills, drills, and competitions on the court. It will be led by PCA basketball coaches Michael Hickey, Derek Summers, and Dan Dickens. There will also be a guest appearance from PCA’s Varsity Boys Basketball coach Lewis Atkins. We will focus on the fundamentals of the game, such as proper shooting technique, ball handling skills, and defensive stance. Competitions will include a 1-on-1 competition, 3-on-3 tournament, free throw shooting contest, and on the final day a game verses the coaches and counsellors.
Does your child like to hike, swim, or climb? If so this is the week for them. Activities will include hiking at the Great Bay Wildlife Refuge, spending time on a climbing wall, eating s’mores around a campfire, swimming at a local public pool, and a using maps and compasses on a scavenger hunt. Dan Dickens, a certified EMT, will also teach each child basic outdoor first aid and injury prevention. Children will discover that putting down electronics and getting out in the open air can be so much fun.
This week your child will be able to celebrate some of their favorite characters. Your child will be saving the world from injustice on Super hero day, acting out their favorite cartoon, T.V., or Disney character, and even creating their own character. Each day will have a new and exciting theme with fun activities and crafts that will surely bring a laugh!
Does your child like to build things and take things apart? During Construction Engineering week, your child will be challenged with projects such as building the best egg protection vehicle for an egg drop competition or by building the strongest bridge with limited resources. Your child will also be deconstructing some of our favorite electronics to see what is on the inside.
Come improve your skills of the number one game in the world. PCA soccer coaches Dan Dickens and Mike Hickey will be leading this week. Athletes will learn skills, both tactical and technical to become better soccer players. Through small sided games, and teachable moments, campers will be challenged to improve their game. At the end of the week campers will be given a guide that is tailored for each of them individually to use the skills they learned and be the best that they can be.
This week is dedicated to all things water. Activities will include a trip to the beach, going swimming, having water balloon fights, playing drip – drip – drop, and much, much more! This week will not only be filled with fun, but it will also be educational as well. We will explore how water is used to create electricity and take a trip to the Seacoast Science Center. Get cooled off in the hot summer sun as we explore and play with water.
This week will be all about flight and space. We will have our famous paper airplane competition, rocket launch party, and back by popular demand… our water balloon launch competition. We will take a look at zero gravity and what it would be like on the moon. We will also get to help build a model rocket and launch it on the last day. Be prepared to have a “blast” with games and activities that are out of this world!
Registration by the day
For those of you who are in need of day care for specific days through out the summer, but not looking to purchase a whole week at a time, we are able to accomodate you! Email Derek Summers at
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with each date that you would like to be registered for. The cost for pre-registered days (at least 2 weeks in advance) is $35 per day. Last minute additions or changes will be billed at $45 per day.
Come join Coach Keleher and Coach Lilly for Volleyball Camp!
Open to incoming 6th – 8th grade girls
WHEN: JUNE 13-16, 2010
TIME: 9:00AM – 11:00 AM
WHERE: PCA MAIN GYM
COST: $40
Whether you are an experience player or just want to learn more about the game, this camp is for you. (Minimum 6 players – Maximum 18 players)
For more information contact Carole Keleher
603-674-5190
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Want to get a jump start on training for next year’s sports season? The multi-sport Jump Start Summer Training Program is for all athletes who want to maximize their athletic performance. The program focuses on improving speed, strength, agility, power, and vertical jump and is customized to the individual’s sport, ability, and goals. Improvements by previous participants average 2” for vertical leap and 3” for horizontal leap in just 6 weeks. Each practice is an hour and a half long and includes a dynamic warm-up, speed/agility/footwork drills, power/plyometric exercises, medicine ball training, core and total body strength training. Practice will finish with flexibility training and brief discussions about other training and nutrition factors essential to maximizing athletic performance.
Program Dates and Time - June 16 – July 28: Mondays and Thursdays 3:30 - 5:00 pm (we will not be meeting on Monday, July 4.)
Cost Per Participant – $84
Age Range for Participants – students entering Grades 7 -12
Instructor:
This program will be directed by Portsmouth Christian Academy Varsity Track and Cross Country Assistant Coach, Naomi Crystal. Naomi is pursing her Master’s Degree at the University of New Hampshire in Exercise Science. She teaches a Plyometric Sports Drills and Core class at the UNH Student Recreation Center. Naomi is a certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. She is also certified in CPR, First Aid, and Sports First Aid. She has been trained to coach athletes in speed and agility drills, in plyometric and power exercises, and in strength and medicine ball training.
The staff will be made up of other coaches on the Portsmouth Christian Academy staff.
Player Benefits:
Vertical leap, speed, strength and agility evaluations pre and post training
Improvements in all aspects of physical fitness
Reduced risk of injury during competitive season
Registration:
Register on line at the Summer Program Registration page
For questions please contact Naomi Crystal at
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or Derek Summers at
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Music Lessons:
Offered: Tuesdays; July 5, 19, 26, August 2, and 9.
Day & Time: Arranged between parent and instructor
Registration Fees:
$115.00 for 5 lessons @ $23.00 / 30 minutes
$165.00 for 5 lessons @ $33.00 / 45 minutes
Notes:
There are 5 available Tuesdays to complete 5 lessons. However, Mr. Stevens will be
willing to be fairly flexible to help work around vacation weeks.
Katherine Knowles - Private strings and piano lessons for grades (K-12)
Offered: Thursday mornings, July 7 - August 11.
Day & Time: Arranged between parent and instructor
Registration Fees:
$115.00 for 5 lessons @ $23.00 / 30 minutes
$165.00 for 5 lessons @ $33.00 / 45 minutes
Notes:
There are 6 available Thursdays to complete 5 lessons.
Offered: Thusdays; June 23 - August 4
Day & Time: Arranged between parent and instructor
Registration Fees:
$138.00 for 6 lessons @ $23.00 / 30 minutes
$198.00 for 6 lessons @ $33.00 / 45 minutes
Notes:
There are 7 available Thursdays to complete 6 lessons.
Offered: Tuesdays; July 5, 11, 19, 26, and August 9.
Day & Time: Arranged between parent and instructor
Registration Fees:
$115.00 for 5 lessons @ $23.00 / 30 minutes
$165.00 for 5 lessons @ $33.00 / 45 minutes
Notes:
There are 5 available Tuesdays to complete 5 lessons. However, Mrs. Stevens will be
willing to be fairly flexible to help work around vacation weeks.
Summer Orchestras:
What better way to get together with your friends and enjoy valuable time on your stringed instrument than to join Summer Orchestra? This summer, PCA is offering two string ensemble opportunities: one for those going into 5th grade and one for JH students. Directed by our strings teacher, Susie Stevens, our young musicians will be meeting twice a week from early July to mid-August, preparing pieces for a summer concert with a picnic potluck to follow.
10 Rehearsals:
Every Tuesday and Thursday from 7/5 - 8/11
(We will not meet 8/2 and 8/4)
1:00 - 2:00 5th Grade Summer Orchestra
2:30 - 3:30 JH Summer Orchestra
Summer Concert and Picnic at PCA: August 14 at 5:30
Cost: $80 (No refund for missed rehearsals)
What better way to get together with your friends and enjoy valuable time on your stringed instrument than to join Summer Orchestra? This summer, PCA is offering two string ensemble opportunities: one for those going into 5th grade and one for JH students. Directed by our strings teacher, Susie Stevens, our young musicians will be meeting twice a week from early July to mid-August, preparing pieces for a summer concert with a picnic potluck to follow.
10 Rehearsals:
Every Tuesday and Thursday from 7/5 - 8/11
(We will not meet 8/2 and 8/4)
1:00 - 2:00 5th Grade Summer Orchestra
2:30 - 3:30 JH Summer Orchestra
Summer Concert and Picnic at PCA: August 14 at 5:30
Cost: $80 (No refund for missed rehearsals)
Minimum of 5 students required.
Tutoring On-site (K-12th) (Scheduled as needed)
Does your child struggle with science? Is he or she falling behind in reading? On-site tutoring can help! We provide on-site tutoring for any academic subject. These services can be done with a PCA teacher, Dynamic Learning Solutions or through Sylvan Learning. Contact Derek Summers for more information at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Instructor: PCA Faculty
Day & Time: Monday-Friday, time of day to be agreed upon
Registration Fee:
*$105.00 for 6 sessions @ $17.50/ 30 minutes
*$158.00 for 6 sessions @ $26.25/ 45 minutes
*$210.00 for 6 sessions @ $35.00/ 60 minutes
Does your child struggle with science? Is he or she falling behind in reading? On-site tutoring can help! We provide on-site tutoring for any academic subject. These services can be done with a PCA teacher, Dynamic Learning Solutions or through Sylvan Learning. Contact Derek Summers for more information at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Instructor: PCA Faculty
Day & Time: Monday-Friday, time of day to be agreed upon
Registration Fee:
*$105.00 for 6 sessions @ $17.50/ 30 minutes
*$158.00 for 6 sessions @ $26.25/ 45 minutes
*$210.00 for 6 sessions @ $35.00/ 60 minutes
Would your child benefit from an extra review in reading or phonics over the summer? Marisa Arens, 2nd grade teacher and certified Orton Gillingham tutor, will be offering individual tutoring sessions in the area of reading for 1-2 days per week during the summer. The Orton Gillingham Method is a scientifically researched approach that uses a multi-sensory instructional method to master phonics and spelling. A pre-assessment will be given at the beginning of tutoring to know where to begin instruction. We will also focus on increasing reading fluency, phonological awareness, and reading comprehension. One hour sessions will be scheduled at a mutually convenient time.
Instructor: Ms. Marisa Arens
Days & Times: TBD
Registration Fee: $245 for 7 - 1 hour private sessions
$490 for 14 - 1 hour private sessions
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