Chinese Summer Camp Grades 2-5

What

An intensive three-week non-residential program that will allow beginning and intermediate students of Chinese to develop both speaking and writing abilities as well as the understanding of Chinese culture. The program will include interactive activities for novice and intermediate Chinese students. This program is sponsored by the Glastonbury Public Schools.

Who

Rising 2nd – 5th grade students who are highly motivated and enthusiastic to learn Mandarin Chinese in an intensive program. This is a non-residential program for students who live in the Glastonbury area.

Any child with an interest in learning Mandarin Chinese is encouraged to apply. Enrollment is limited to 12 students per level (1-3 Beginning or Continuing or 4-5 Beginning or Continuing) on a first-come, first-served basis. Because of the intensive nature of the program, students are expected to attend all sessions. The camp is partially funded through a federal grant and requires a three-week commitment to the program.

When

June 27 – July 15 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Students are to not to be dropped off before 8:55 am and should be picked up promptly at 12:00 pm.

Where

Glastonbury High School, Glastonbury, CT

Registration

The cost is $200 for Glastonbury students and $225 for out of district students. This fee covers the cost of program supplies. Scholarship funds are available for those who demonstrate need. See application instructions below.  Registration is open to out of town residents after May 15th.

Note: Refunds will not be issued after June 1, 2022. 

How

Please see application instructions below.

Behavioral Expectations

Student behavioral expectations are the same as during the regular school year. All school rules apply.  Students are asked to bring their own nut-free snack to camp.

Extended Day Program

This program is available as an add-on to the elementary Chinese program.  The program runs from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm.  The price of this program is $250 and lunch is not provided.  Students participating in this program will extend their classroom lessons through culturally appropriate crafts, stories and activities.