Summer Opportunities:

Summer reading program at Teton County Library: www.TCLib.org/teens.

Ishael Baeh visit and opportunities: August 1-7. If you are interested in being involved, email Michelle Rooks at mrooks@teton1.k12.wy.us

Teen Power Parking - Make $$ during the FAIR. If you are interested, email Michelle Rooks at mrooks@teton1.k12.wy.us.

Art Association Offerings: http://www.artassociation.org/education/childrens/index.html

(These two are for younger kids - but I think you could convince her to let you enroll if you were interested)
August 10 - 13 - WEST AFRICAN WORKSHOP: DRUM, DANCE AND ART MAKING
August 18 – 21 - MYTHS AND LEGENDS - good for next year?

Grades 6 - 9

June 29 – July 3 CREATIVE WRITING CAMP: THINKING LIKE A WRITER
July 20 – 24 DIGITAL ART CAMP: grades 6 & 7
August 10 – 14 FILMWORKS FILMMAKING

JHSC FREERIDE Program The Freeride Program summer schedule insludes freeride/downhill mountain biking and skateboarind programs. The program is designed for skaters of all abilities the cance to develop their skills and explore different skateparks both in and out of Jackson. If you are interested, contact Jeff Moran at jmoran@jhskiclub.org or call 307-733-6433 x107.

When? June 13 - September 1, Tuesday 3-6pm, Saturday 11 -5 pm
Full summer costs: $840
One month $315
or
Daily drop-ins: Tuesday $35 or Saturday $70.

Child Development

The great Greek philosopher Plato once mused, "You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation."

A great site for Child Development

Information about Erik Erikson and his work with Child Development.

Another great site about Child Development - lots of great ideas!

Parenting an adolescent! (Some faith based ideas)

NPR interview and Excerpt of the book: The Secret Life of Boys

Reading More!

Book Adventure Website

Helping BOYS find books they will love!  Another great reading site for boys....

The ultimate reading lists and ideas for TEENS.

School Success

How to Raise IQ - interesting NY Times article. Very practical ideas.

Harvard Study on Student Achievement - very interesting!