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popular fashion courses, as well as classes in advertising, marketing, and jewelry design. Field trips to many museums and industry showrooms acquaint youngsters with the realities of a career in fashion.

OUR TAKE: This would be a great opportunity for the creative student who wants to learn the fashion ropes and get some useful background in marketing, advertising, and more.

OUR RECOMMENDATION: If your child is interested in fashion design, this is probably the best place to be. It’s a great head start! Since there is no boarding program, it is best to check early to see what is available nearby.

PARSONS PRE-COLLEGE ACADEMY Design camp

Charlotte Rice, Director

Office Pre-enrollment programs 2 West 13 Street

New York, NY 10011 [phone] [e-mail] www.parsons.edu/ce

QUICKTAKE: An art design camp that allows students to spread their wings and explore any type of art they choose. Students are guided by a talented faculty as they begin to experience the fun of design and evaluate how they can use this tool in college.

AGE REQUIREMENT: 9–18

FEES: Application fee, $7; day program, $168–$672 depending on the length of the program. Financial aid is available.

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SPONSORSHIP/OWNERSHIP/ACCREDITATION: Parsons School of

Design

BACKGROUND: Originally called the Chase School, the Parsons School was founded by impressionist painter William Merrit Chase in 1896. Frank Alvah Parsons, who joined Chase in 1904 and later became president of the institution, helped to make the school the first institute in fashion and interior design. In 1939, the name was changed. Parsons is a leader in fashion, computer, and architecture design education. The summer program began in 2000 to acquaint aspiring students with the world of professional art design.

DESCRIPTION: The program ranges from five to eleven days every month, except June. The attendees are divided into three groups based on their level of study: Elementary—for rising 4th, 5th, and 6th graders, who attend in the morning; Junior— for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders, and Senior—for 10th, 11th ,and 12th graders, who attend morning and afternoon sessions. All students focus on electives of their choice, which range from animation design to fashion to photography. Junior and senior students must also enroll in Drawing Studio, which is held in the morning.

OUR TAKE: This is an excellent opportunity for a student interested in any of the many types of art design offered at Parsons. The students also receive college credit, which will look great on college applications.

OUR RECOMMENDATION: This is a program for artistically talented kids, and it shouldn’t be passed up! Since housing is not provided, if you live outside the New York metropolitan area, you may want to call on friends or relatives or consider a vacation in the city.

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PRATT INSTITUTE SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Art and architecture camp

Joelle Danant, Administrator

Center for Continuing and Professional Studies ISC Building, Room 205

200 Willoughby Avenue

Brooklyn, NY 11205-9975 [phone] [e-mail] www.prostudies.pratt.edu

QUICK TAKE: For any high school student who wants to work in design or architecture, this would be an excellent place. This camp is part of the well-known arts school, Pratt. Here your student will work to improve his or her understanding in many fields of art and get to make a portfolio. The student also earns college credit after attending.

AGE REQUIREMENT: 16–18

SPONSORSHIP/OWNERSHIP/ACCREDITATION: Pratt Institute

FEES: Boarding program, $3,000. $1,850 for students who commute. Merit-based financial aid is available.

BACKGROUND: The Pratt Institute was founded in 1887 by Charles Pratt, who wanted to create a college focused on art, design, and architecture. The college has campuses in Brooklyn and Manhattan, both in close proximity to theaters, museums, and galleries. This summer program is available to high school students who desire a future in the arts, and it affords them the opportunity to work on their portfolios and earn college credit.

DESCRIPTION: The Manhattan campus is only for commuter students; Brooklyn accepts residential students and com-

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muters. The students will work within their subject areas, but must also take four required courses: Foundation of Art and Design, Art History Appreciation, Portfolio Development, and one elective. Other classes include Graphic Design, Illustration, Fashion Design (only offered in Brooklyn), Photography, and Painting and Drawing. On weekends there are opportunities to visit New York City and see art exhibits and architecture. The thirty-day session occurs in July.

OUR TAKE: If your student has a strong interest in the arts, Pratt should be on your list. The school has much to offer the aspiring art student, and it has the culture of New York City in its backyard.

OUR RECOMMENDATION: This is an extremely intense program; applicants should be reasonably certain that their future lies in art. Check the Web site and call the administrator for additional information.

RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN PRE-COLLEGE

Art camp

Marc Torick, Summer Foundation Program Division of Continuing Education

2 College Street Providence, RI 02903 [phone] [e-mail] www.risd.edu/summer.cfm

QUICK TAKE: This arts program helps students understand art as a major. It is located at the Rhode Island School of Design, near the town College Hill. The students are given challenging art classes in their own field of choice. The knowledge

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acquired in this camp will help your student with his or her plans for college.

AGE REQUIREMENT: 16–18

FEES: The day program is between $2,900 and $3,600. The boarding program is from $3,800 to $4,200. Financial aid is available based on need and merit.

SPONSORSHIP/OWNERSHIP/ACCREDITATION: Rhode Island

School of Design

BACKGROUND: Since its inception in 1970, the program has been allowing high school students from around the world to experience an intense artistic atmosphere. The program is directed at students who want art as a career and those who are interested in complementing their liberal arts work.

DESCRIPTION: Students select their focus from a variety of programs (from fashion and jewelry design to photography and painting). The students must take three required courses: foundation drawing, basic design, and art history. The schedule is packed with work from 7:30 AM to 11 PM on weekdays, with some of this time devoted to independent out-of-class work. The camp lasts for six weeks during the summer.

OUR TAKE: An excellent program for students with an interest in the arts. It puts students on track when it comes time to prepare their portfolios for college applications.

OUR RECOMMENDATION: This is a very focused and rigorous program, so before sending your kid, make sure he or she understands the background of the camp. It’s located in a safe and scenic environment for students and is near other great colleges in the Boston area.

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WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS: ARCHITECTURE DISCOVERY PROGRAM Architecture Camp

Sandy Brennan, Director Campus Box 1079 Givens Hall, Room 105 One Brookings Drive

St. Louis, MO 63130 [phone] www.wustl.edu/

QUICKTAKE: A camp designed for juniors and seniors who are really interested in a future in architecture. Set in the beautiful city of St. Louis, this camp has a driven and strong faculty whose members allow students the freedom to create projects as they acquaint them with the field. This is a great experience that takes college searching to a new level, where students can receive a better feel for campus life.

AGE REQUIREMENT: 16–18

FEES: Application fee, $30. Boarding Program, $1,200 to $1,500.

SPONSORSHIP/OWNERSHIP/ACCREDITATION: Washington Uni-

versity in St. Louis

BACKGROUND: Washington University was founded in 1853. The Discovery Program began in 1985 with the goal of offering high school students the opportunity to get a real feel for college and the opportunity to explore a potential career choice.

DESCRIPTION: This fifteen-day program takes place each June. Each day is divided into two sessions. In the morning, students attend lectures or seminars, visit construction sites, and more. In the afternoon (and sometimes in the evenings),

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they work on their projects in the School of Architecture. The Art and Architecture Library next door is also available to them. Students are given time on the weekends to enjoy the architecture of St. Louis and understand its function.

OURTAKE: Programs that offer students a glimpse into the college atmosphere and provide insight into a potential major are an excellent way to get your student prepared for the college search.

OUR RECOMMENDATION: See if your high school student has a genuine interest in architecture. Sign your child up, if he or she hopes to study in that field. If not, there are several other university summer camps that cover a wide variety of interests.

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ENTREPRENEUR

Financier, Economist

reating a business from an idea is an amazing accom- Cplishment, a combination of air and a little bit of capital; but then that’s what an entrepreneur does. An entrepreneur can also be a lemonade stand owner, a paperboy with his own route, a baseball card collector who trades up until he or she has the “perfect” deck, or it can be the junior high school girl who creates a summer day camp for the local kids in her backyard.

Enterprising kids are often overlooked until adulthood. Finding programs that tap into their entrepreneurial spirit will help build resilience and instill self-reliance. These programs start in your own community and are usually implemented in junior high and high school. The Wharton Business School Leadership in Business Program is an example of a program that offers high school seniors the opportunity to attend a camp in which they can explore the field of business and leadership and have fun at the same time.

JULIAN KRINSKY BUSINESS SCHOOL AT WHARTON: LEADERSHIP IN THE BUSINESS WORLD

Leadership camp

Julian Krinsky Business School 610 South Anderson Road King of Prussia, PA 19406 (800) TRY-JKST

[e-mail]:[e-mail]

www.jkst.com

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QUICK TAKE: A camp where kids can explore their interests in the fields of business and leadership, with time for recreational activities. The Julian Krinsky School offers students the chance to live at Haverford University and take courses in business.

AGE REQUIREMENT: Entering high school seniors

FEES: Boarding program, $4,000

DATES: 4 weeks from July to August.

SPONSORSHIP/OWNERSHIP/ACCREDITATION: Wharton School of

Business, University of Pennsylvania

BACKGROUND: Julian Krinsky camps are located in several states and provide a variety of programs to suit any kid’s interests. This program is held at Haverford College in Philadelphia. The camp is offers a traditional summer camp experience, with exciting activities for kids, along with academic concentration.

DESCRIPTION: “Leadership in the Business World” encompasses all parts of business and helps students to wrap their minds around the many issues of the market. They get to learn about career planning, equity, loans, and advertising, all while still enjoying their summer vacation.

OUR TAKE: This is a great way for your student to become knowledgeable about the business world, but still have some time for “R&R” before high school classes resume and get the experience of living in a college environment.

OUR RECOMMENDATION: If your kid wants to know more about ideas and careers in business, then sign up! Your child will get the fun of a camp, plus knowledge of the business world.

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HISTORIAN

istory shows that the past can teach us about the present Hby explaining who we are today and how we got here. The ideal is that the lessons of the past will be applied to present problems to create a more positive future.

The three programs listed in this section provide exciting hands-on programs to spark a child’s imagination and provide knowledge and experiences that can shape his or her future.

The Alabama Museum of Natural History Summer Expedition allows kids to participate in an archaeological dig and provides an opportunity to see the process by which history is uncovered.

The American Museum of Natural History offers a strong group of programs that cover a variety of areas.

The Rust College Study Abroad in Africa program enables a group of kids to learn about African history and culture and how it relates to our country. Kids come away with a first-hand view of Africa and an experience that may change their lives.

ALABAMA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY SUMMER EXPEDITION

ARCHEOLOGY CAMP

Judy Hamilton Box 870340

Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 [phone]

[e-mail]

QUICK TAKE: A camp for future archeologists and paleontologists. Kids get the chance to do extensive research at a natural history museum to experience college living, and receive credit. What’s unique is that a parent may also attend.