• Wicked the Musical – The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz, Summer 2009, Day Trip
• American Sign Language for Kids - Summer Class
• Digital Photography for Kids - Summer Class
• Athletic Summer Camps 2009
  • Baseball Individual day camp for grades K-6
  • Volleyball Individual day camp for grades 2-12
    
  • Women's Basketball Individual day camp for grades 3-9
    
  • Men's Basketball Individual day camp for grades K-6
    
• Technology Spring and Summer Camps 2009
  • Girls Tech Academy, April 2, 2009 through Thursday, May 28, 2009
• Health Profession Camps 2009
  • Boys H.O.T.T. Skills Day Camp, June 2 from 8 - 4:30
• Music Summer Camps 2009
  • Middle School and Junior High Band Camp, June 8-12, 2009
  • High School and College Brass Camp, June 15-19, 2009
  • 9th - 12th grade Jazz Band Camp, June 22-26, 2009
    
  • Seventh Annual Jazz Improv for Strings (High School) Camp, July 6-10, 2009
    
  • High School A.C.E. and E.V.E. Choral Camp, July 12-17, 2009
  • Academy of the Arts Summer Camp 2009, July 27-31, 2009
    
• 2009 Youth Learning Opportunities Press Release

Wicked the Musical – The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz, Summer 2009, Day Trip

Once upon a time, two girls meet in the Land of Oz. The one born with emerald green skin is smart, fiery, and misunderstood. The other is beautiful and very popular. The Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch conjure up a spellbinding show.

Parents—Take a magical journey with your child(children) BEYOND the Yellow Brick Road! We will grab a bite to eat in Tulsa (not included) before the show. Travel on coach to Tulsa with your children for a fun-filled day and a Wickedly good time!

Is Wicked appropriate for children? Wicked is not a children's show, as in for pre-school kids. Young people about the age of 10 and older are going wild for it. The applause has been tremendous during matinee crowds with large numbers of school or youth groups in the audiences. There are discrimination issues, love triangles, fascinating set pieces and costumes, powerfully belted songs, tender songs, characters who are transformed through time, and a storyline plotted like a mystery novel. No foul language and only playful violence.

CRN 6088
July 16, Thursday
9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m
Tulsa
Fee: $119 (includes coach travel and tickets)

For more information about our Wicked trip, contact the Center at (479) 788-7220 or by e-mail: Center for Lifelong Learning.

American Sign Language for Kids - Summer Class

Do you know your ABC's? Learn them in sign language. Children ages 9-12 start by learning to fingerspell the alphabet and their names and progress to learning signs for everyday activities. Signing is a fun way to communicate and you'll enjoy games that reinforce your skills. Mom & Dad, Grandma & Grandpa are welcome to join the last class for "Sign and Tell."
Ages 9-12
June 2-18, Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Flanders 111
CRN: 2020
Fee: $53

For more information about our Sign Language for Kids, contact the Center at (479) 788-7220 or by e-mail: Center for Lifelong Learning.

Digital Photography for Kids - Summer Class

See the world in a whole new way with digital photography. What part should I focus on? What angle do I want? Learn how to use your camera, download pictures, share, and send them to family and friends. Youths ages 8-15 can enjoy fun, step-by-step lessons. Bring your camera and your enthusiasm, along with your instruction manual and memory card.
Ages 8-15
June 30-August 4, Tuesdays
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Baldor 123
CRN: 2021
Fee: $46

For more information about our Digital Photography for Kids, contact the Center at (479) 788-7220 or by e-mail: Center for Lifelong Learning.

Athletic Summer Camps 2009

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith Athletic Department offers summer camps in baseball, volleyball, and volleyball for children in grades K-12. For more information about our Athletic Summer Camps, call (479) 788-7590 or visit our UA Fort Smith Athletics website at www.uafortsmith.edu/Athletics.

Baseball Individual day camp for grades K-6

Hitting, fielding, catching, and base running—learn the fundamentals of baseball.
3 different sessions
Cost is $80 per session per camper
Some group and family discounts available, call for info (479) 788-7590.
Session I June 1, 2, 3
Session II June 8, 9, 10
Session II June 15, 16, 17
9 am-Noon each day

Volleyball Individual day camp for grades 2-12

Serving, passing, setting, hitting, blocking—learn the fundamentals of volleyball.
2 different sessions
Cost is $150 per session per camper
Some group & family discounts available, call for info(479) 788-7590.
Session I June 1, 2, 3 from 9 am-4 pm
Session II June 29, 30 & July 1 from 9 am-4 pm

Women's Basketball Individual day camp for grades 3-9

Shooting the basketball—Learn the fundamentals.
3 different sessions
Cost is $150 per session per camper
Some group & family discounts available, call for info (479) 788-7590.
Session I June 8, 9, 10 from 9 am-4 pm
Session II June 22, 23, 24 from 9 am-4 pm
Session II July 27, 28, 29 from 9 am-4 pm

Men's Basketball Individual day camp for grades K-6

Ball-handling, defense, shooting—learn the fundamentals of basketball.
3 different sessions
Cost is $150 per session per camper
Some group & family discounts available, call for info 479) 788-7590.
Session I June 15, 16, 17 from 9 am-4 pm
Session II July 20, 21, 22 from 9 am-4 pm
Session III August 3, 4, 5 from 9 am-4 pm

Technology Spring and Summer Camps 2009

The University of Arkansas – Fort Smith and the College of Applied Science and Technology will again offer non-traditional career exploration opportunity for teens in various areas of technology.

Girls Tech Academy, April 2, 2009 through Thursday, May 28, 2009

8th-12th Grade Girls—Enjoy hands-on activities in Welding, CADD (Architecture, Forensics, Digital Animation and GPS/GIS), IT and Electronics.

The Girls Tech Academy meets nine Thursdays in the Baldor Technology Center begins Thursday April 2, 2009, and runs through Thursday, May 28, 2009.
No fee, but each student will require a teacher's recommendation.

Click here for the

• Camp CEO Tech Academy Flyer

• Camp CEO Application Form

• Camp CEO Teacher Recommendation Form

For more information contact Lori Cravens at (479) 788-7767 or email lcravens@uafortsmith.edu.

Health Profession Camps 2009

Boys H.O.T.T. Skills Day Camp, June 2 from 8 - 4:30

Health Occupations for Today and Tomorrow (H.O.T.T.) Skills Day Camp for Boys is planned for Tuesday, June 2, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

There is no fee but participants will require teacher recommendations.

Click here for the

• HOTT Flyer

• HOTT Application Form

• HOTT Teacher Recommendation Form

For more information contact Lori Cravens at (479) 788-7767 or email lcravens@uafortsmith.edu.

Music Summer Camps 2009

The University of Arkansas - Fort Smith music faculty will again be sharing their talents with youth this summer. For more information, click Music Summer Camps.

Middle School and Junior High Band Camp, June 8-12, 2009

* 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
* 6:30 p.m. Friday, Band concert
* Cost $95 for early registration (includes a UA Fort Smith Band Camp t-shirt)
* Cost $105 for late registration or registration on the first day

Contact Charles Booker, Director of Band Activities or by phone (479) 788-7536 for more information. Click here for the Band Camp Brochure and Application.

High School and College Brass Camp, June 15-19, 2009

* 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
* Registration Cost $150 (includes a UA Fort Smith Camp t-shirt)

Contact Dr. Alexandra Zacharella or by phone (479) 788-7972 for more information.

9th - 12th grade Jazz Band Camp, June 22-26, 2009

* 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
* Special Friday night performance
* Cost $95 (includes a UA Fort Smith Camp t-shirt)
* Registration deadline is June 1, 2009.

Contact [[http://www.uafortsmith.edu/Home/Email?skin=&to=dbailey] [Don Bailey]]or by phone at (479) 788-7554 for more information.

Seventh Annual Jazz Improv for Strings (High School) Camp, July 6-10, 2009

* 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
* Special Friday night performance with "jam session" at Sweeet Bay Coffee following the concert
* Cost $95 (includes a UA Fort Smith Camp t-shirt)
* Registration deadline is June 12, 2009.

Contact [[http://www.uafortsmith.edu/Home/Email?skin=&to=dbailey] [Don Bailey]] or by phone at (479) 788-7554 for more information.

High School A.C.E. and E.V.E. Choral Camp, July 12-17, 2009

* Sunday, July 12, register, audition for voice placement and start the first full large ensemble rehearsal.
* Other days 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
* Friday evening will culminate in a concert
* Cost $150

Contact [[http://www.uafortsmith.edu/Home/Email?skin=&to=rmoore] [Dr. Rager H. Moore II, Director of Choral Activities]]or by phone at (479) 788-7554 for more information.

Academy of the Arts Summer Camp 2009, July 27-31, 2009

The Academy of the Arts, a division of Lifelong Learning at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, offers private and class instruction in the performing arts. The Academy teaches students and adults of all ages and skill levels in the Fort Smith and surrounding areas.

Summer Camp Explozion for grades 3-11, and Kinder Kidz Camp for babies through 2nd grade will be held July 27-31, 2009, with performances set for August 1 at the Xtreme Artz Kidfest.

For more information about the Academy of the Arts and the Youth Summer Programs, click the above link.

2009 Youth Learning Opportunities Press Release

Click the here for a the 2009 Youth Learning Opportunities Press Release.

Click here for news about our camps.

For more information about our Youth Programs, contact the Center at (479) 788-7220 or by e-mail: Center for Lifelong Learning.

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