Upper School Program

Camp Dates:

July 3 - July 28, 2023

$3900 - Full Day (9 am - 4 pm)

$2900 - Mornings Only (9 AM - 12:30 PM)

Upper School Opportunities

Summer Seminar - 9 am - 12 pm

This year's Upper School Summer Enrichment Program, led by Nicole Lauria, will be focused on government and what it means to be a citizen.

Topics will include:

The role of government
The branches of government
Governing documents
Our role as citizens

Program Dates: July 3 - July 28, 2023 (Off July 4th)

Program Time: 9 am - 12 pm Monday - Friday

Perks Include:

Meeting local speakers like Conshohocken Mayor Yaniv Aronson and US Rep. Madeleine Dean.
Field trips to places like the Constitution Center, and the Montgomery County Courthouse.
Students who participate are excused from the summer homework packet. (Except for honors class work)

Want to stay closer to home, but still engage in summer learning and off-campus exploration? Sign up for our Local Seminar program, exploring Philadelphia through the lens of Government & Citizenship.

Students will receive four weeks of on-campus learning (July 3-28) with at least 4 off-campus excursions in the greater Philadelphia area and sessions with visitors to aim.

This program is open to both AIM and non-AIM students, entering grades 9 through 12.

AND DON'T FORGET - AIM students who fully participate in the Summer Seminar program will receive credit for AIM's assigned summer work and will NOT be required to complete AIM's summer reading and writing requirements.

MATH SKILLS MAINTENANCE ADD-ON ($690)

Since our Upper School Summer Seminar program is focused primarily on the Humanities and Literacy, we are offering an add-on program for math skill maintenance. This program runs each morning before the start of the seminar program and is for Upper School students (rising 9th-12th) who are continuing to work on fluency with math facts or fundamental algebraic concepts. This is not tied to a particular math curriculum or grade level and is designed to provide an opportunity to practice core math skills during the summer months.

Afternoon Workshops (Grades 9-10)

Upper School students entering grades 9 and 10 will have the opportunity to extend their day and explore their creative interests in a “can do” environment. Choose four week-long workshops from a variety of options, including STEAM, visual arts, sports and fitness, and other adventures. *Students will choose one workshop for each week of the summer program.

Students must be enrolled in a morning program to participate in Afternoon Workshops. Please contact Erin DeVault at edevault@aimpa.org if you need to access the selection form emailed to registered students.

Workshop Schedule

WEEK ONE (July 3-7)

*please note that we are closed on July 4th

All Grades: Outdoor Adventures (Session I) - Join us for a week of classic summer camp fun! Each afternoon will be dedicated to a different off-campus adventure. Tentative activities (dependent on weather and scheduling) include: hiking, fishing, frisbee golf, creek walks, and swimming at a nearby swim club. *Please note: Space in this group is limited by the number of seats available in the AIM van.

Grade 8-10: Video Game Intensive - Come play! This workshop is for gamers of all interests and ability levels. Try out new games and equipment, including VR headsets. A variety of challenges await you as you engage in both teamwork and some friendly competition. Share your love of video games with new friends; you may even learn some tips and tricks to take back to your favorite console. *Please note: All games will be rated appropriately for the age of the group.

Grades 8-10: Classic Camp Crafts - If you've ever been to summer camp and loved the Arts and Crafts cabin, this workshop is for you! Spend your afternoons making classic camp staples (lanyards, friendship bracelets, tie dye, pet rocks, ironing beads, etc.) in a relaxed and creative atmosphere.

WEEK TWO (July 10-14)

All Grades: Outdoor Adventures (Session II) - Join us for a week of classic summer camp fun! Each afternoon will be dedicated to a different off-campus adventure. Tentative activities (dependent on weather and scheduling) include: hiking, fishing, frisbee golf, creek walks, and swimming at a nearby swim club. *Please note: Space in this group is limited by the number of seats available in the AIM van.

Grades 8-10: Art with a Purpose - What does art have to do with cars, lamps, and shoes? This unique art experience will explore the magical place where art and design come together. Dive into the purpose of art and discuss whether different pieces are focused more on “form” or “function”. Students will explore different art mediums and gain exposure to artists, designers, and commercial products as they create their own “functional art”. A field trip to the nearby IKEA will provide examples and inspiration, in addition to walks around our own campus!

Grades 8-10: “All Labs” Life Science (Anatomy & Physiology Session) - Is your favorite part of science the LABS?! Have you ever thought about being a biologist, doctor, nurse, psychologist, veterinarian, mortician...? Then this workshop is for you! Students will enjoy an engaging experience performing dissections, creating models of human body systems, making edible DNA and brain models, creating and participating in body system games, and much more!

WEEK THREE (July 17-21)

All Grades: Tennis for All Levels (Session I) - Players will practice the game of tennis on outdoor courts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or you've never picked up a racket before, everyone will develop their skills through a variety of fun activities. This is a great way to improve your form, footwork, and movement on the court, as well as get some exercise! You can bring your own racket or borrow one from the camp. *Please note: Space in this group is limited by the number of seats available in the AIM van.

All Grades: 4 Chords Music Workshop (Session I) - Last summer, students in this workshop rocked out to some '80s classics! What will the genre be this summer...Join us to find out! In this workshop, students will learn to play 4 chords (C, D, Em, G) on the piano and guitar, as well as the fundamentals for playing the bass and drums. After tutorials in each, students will pick their instrument of choice and together they will form a band and learn to play various songs using the 4 chords learned. No musical skills required!

Grades 8-10: Advanced Lego Creation - Have you ever dreamed of being on Lego Masters? In this workshop, you can get all the fun of complex team Lego builds without the stress of competition! Find each other’s strengths and work together to see how big, how beautiful, or how strong your build can be. No experience required.

WEEK FOUR (JUly 24-28)

All Grades: Tennis for All Levels (Session II) - Players will practice the game of tennis on outdoor courts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or you've never picked up a racket before, everyone will develop their skills through a variety of fun activities. This is a great way to improve your form, footwork, and movement on the court, as well as get some exercise! You can bring your own racket or borrow one from the camp. Please note: Space in this group is limited by the number of seats available in the AIM van.

All Grades: 4 Chords Music Workshop (Session II) - Last summer, students in this workshop rocked out to some '80s classics! What will the genre be this summer...Join us to find out! In this workshop, students will learn to play 4 chords (C, D, Em, G) on the piano and guitar, as well as the fundamentals for playing the bass and drums. After tutorials in each, students will pick their instrument of choice and together they will form a band and learn to play various songs using the 4 chords learned. No musical skills required!

Grades 8-10: “All Labs” Life Science (Ecology Session) - Is your favorite part of science the LABS?! Have you ever thought about being a wildlife biologist, environmental engineer, activist, park ranger, outdoor adventurer...? Then this workshop is for you! Students will create mini ecosystems, design terrariums, study live animals, and explore nature on and off campus!

Camp Counselors (students 16 years and over)

AIM Camp Counselors work with our elementary-age afternoon campers from 12:30-4:15 daily throughout the summer program.

To apply: email Erin DeVault at edevault@aimpa.org.

Counselor Responsibilities:

Escort small groups of students between activities
Participate and encourage students during activities
Help supervise students during free play

Application Requirements:

Must be 16 years or older at the start of the program
Must participate in a low-pressure interview and attend an orientation and training day during the spring
Must submit any required paperwork, background checks, or clearances (AIM's HR department will help guide students through exactly what they need)

Counselors can receive either volunteer hours or a small stipend payment for their time

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