• a 12-week academic and fun-filled residential summer enrichment program

• aimed at high school girls who are intellectually prepared for their next school year and who have completed any high school year by June 2008.

• offers weeks of workshops, lectures,

• packed with fun activities, sports, new skills, opportunities to grow and great trips

A summer with Rocklyn is filled with meaningful friendships, personal growth and individual attention. The essential ingredient in the Rocklyn Summer Enrichment Semester is summed up by:

“We are made to live life together, and to do this in an environment where we can succeed, grow, and discover what we are great at.”

Personal Time:

Rocklyn recognizes that personal time off is a healthy balance amid an active summer semester. Hence, girls will have adequate time to relax, work quietly on projects, or practice for upcoming shows or tournaments.

COURSE CREDITS OFFERED:

Students must attend the entire 12 week program in order to earn both credits offered.

1. PAD 20 )
   PAD 30 ) Physical Education credit which focuses on outdoor activities.
   PAD 40 )
   
2. AEA40   Exploring the Arts.(Related to drama, dance, arts, music and visual art)
   

MONEY MATTERS

Please call for tuition and deposit details.

APPLICATIONS:

Enrolment: Not restricted to Rocklyn students. There are only 27 spaces available. Any young girl in high school qualifies for enrolment.

Included: Room and board, transportation to/from all external outing locations, equipment provisions, tools, materials, meals, staffing, laundry, craft items, camp shirts.

To Apply:          Fill out Application

Activities Description:

The summer semester activities include, but are not limited to the following described below. Activities are subject to change and are dependant upon availabilty, weather, etc.

(1) LANDSPORTS:

Team Sports: (Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Volleyball, Lacrosse, Hockey) Beginners learn the rudiments of each sport and all girls improve their skills.

Raquet Sports: (Tennis, Badminton) Girls are placed in classes according to their ability (general or advanced). They develop and improve their skills through group instruction and by playing the game.

All Sports: (Croquet, Rugby, Fencing, Frisbee and Golf) Proper rules and skills are taught. However, these are elective sports.

(2) FINE ARTS:

Photography: Girls will have use of Rocklyn Academy's digital cameras. Photo Shop software is used to instruct on cropping, sizing, treating and printing pictures taken with an instructed view toward capturing nature at its’ finest.

Silk Screening: Water-based inks are used to transfer created designs onto paper and then fabrics, etc.

Stained Glass: Soldering techniques are taught for connecting glass pieces. Beginners start with straight edges while advanced learners use more intricate and complicated construction.

Jewelry: Beadwork, stringing, foil, brass and copper wire and sheeting are taught.

Woodshop: Make trays, bird houses, and other decorative items which can be painted or finished. Various soft and hard woods are utilized as well as tool such as sanders, and power hand tools

African Drumming: Drum circles, lessons on African rhythms and techniques.

Drama and Dance: Girls will learn basic drama techniques including improvisation. Many different types of dance will be introduced including hip hop, latin, ballroom, yoga etc.

Oils and Watercolours: Girls will develop and improve their brush techniques through instruction

(3) ARTS & CRAFTS 

This category includes a wide range of activities such as painting and drawing, calligraphy, sewing, stitching, bead work, paper-Mache, creative writing, etc. Designed to stimulate creativity and develop skills and techniques.

(4) WATERFRONT:

Swimming: Swimming will be a required class activity.

Canoeing: Beginners, intermediate and advanced classes will be offered.

Kayaking: Various levels of kayaking instruction are taught at Paisley River.

Sailing: Girls learn how to tie all knots; how to rig and sail “Sunfish”. More experienced girls improve their skills. Sailing levels will be awarded for each proficiency level achieved

Fishing: Girls will learn basic angling techniques including fly-fishing. They will even taste their catch after learning proper preparation and cooking

(5) EQUESTRIAN: 

Horses are chosen to suit each rider’s abilities. Girls will be tested on their first day of the Semester. There are five instruction levels. Our aim is to encourage girls to become confident, knowledgeable horsewomen and to relate and understand horses with a caring, gentle attitude. This is achieved through sound instruction and established standards.

(6) ADVENTURE & TRIPS

Canoe Tripping: Girls will use their skills of camping, canoeing, hiking and outdoor cooking during a 4-7 day canoe trip in beautiful Algonquin Provincial Park

Camping and Hiking: This is all about enjoying the outdoors. Nature study, animal tracking, reading weather, trip planning, orienteering, and astronomy are just part of the elements of this program.

High & Low Ropes: Ropes are set amidst the woods and presents a challenge for the most adventurous girls. This focuses on developing self-esteem, team building and trust. Over 20 different rope elements – including a 50 foot rappelling platform, swinging rock into thin air, cargo netting, and zip line – are guaranteed to get the adrenaline and the laughter flowing.

Outdoor Cooking: Girls plan, prepare, cook and eat a variety of tasty and nutritious outdoor meals and treats.

Six Nations: Girls will be introduced to Indigenous Culture through 4 days of teachings, gatherings and ceremonies