LINX Science Camp Promises Expert-Level Counselors and a Hands-On Engaging Curriculum for Summer 2014

WELLESLEY, MA – May 12 –For a second consecutive summer, LINX Camps of Wellesley, MA, has recruited expert-level counselors to head its Science Camp, located at the Dana Hall Campus, for Summer 2014. The full day camp, designed for children in K – 8th grade, will engage children in weekly hands-on experiments and activities in Physics/Engineering, Chemistry, Biology/Earth Science, Electronics, and Outer Space/Flight. Traditional camp activities, such as swimming and sports, are also included to round out the camp week experience. 

Tara Stewart (Ph.D. Biomedical Neuroscience, Boston University), is experienced in teaching 4th and 5th grade scientists through hands-on experiences, and is energized to continue the adventures as a LINX Science Counselor for Summer 2014. “Campers have a head counselor who leads them to many of the science specialists throughout the day/week. In this way, the campers get exposure to different projects and teaching methods from experts in each of the areas of science!” said LINX Vice President Josh Schiering. Other experts leading LINX’s Science Camp include Rod Thomas, (B.A. Psychology, Colgate University, Masters in Education, Salem University), and Jake Dore, well-known at LINX last summer for his creation of “Mysterious Chemical X”. Dore, (B.S. in Elementary Education, Boston University) and current 4th grade teacher, is back for more lessons that promise to be not only mysterious, but gooey and sticky as well. Sean Conley, 7th grade Science teacher in Natick, MA, and lead Science counselor for LINX last summer, is looking forward to sparking the curiosity of his students and getting them thinking about the world around them. In addition to teaching science, Conley trained other science educators on how to present fun and energetic science programs. 

“LINX Science Camp has experienced a 40% increase in enrollment this year and it is showing no signs of slowing down as we get closer and closer to camp,” said Schiering. “Combining our fun-based hands-on approach to learning with experienced Science Teachers who are trained in the LINX methodology has propelled our program to new heights,” Schiering added.

Serving Wellesley and surrounding communities, LINX is now in its seventh year of operation with over thirty premier camps. The main office is located at 141 Linden Street in Wellesley, MA. For more information on LINX Science Camp or to register, visit www.linxcamps.com/SpecialtyCamps/Science or call 781-235-3210.

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