2006 Program Details

July 10 - 28, 2006

Who should attend

We are offering a unique multidisciplinary summer program for 13-17 year olds. Come join other creative young people with an interest in science. Together we will research, create, plan, and perform in an all-American School of Magic.

• Participate in a creative project
• Perform a valuable community service
• Be part of a scientific team
• Enhance your college resume!

Details

This is a three-week program sponsored by Villanova University in partnership with Science Resources and the Philadelphia Department of Recreation.

In the first two weeks:

• attend lectures and demonstrations by Villanova University science faculty who will mentor and support you as you...
• work alongside university students to explore the science and ...
• use your imagination to create "lesson plans" for the magic school, based on the scientific principles that you studied;
• learn magic tricks from a professional performing magician;
• work closely with faculty and students from Villanova's renowned theatre department to create characters that will serve as the teachers and other personnel of the magic school;
• participate in creating a story for the "School of Magic";
• create a website for the School of Magic
• earn service-learning credits

During the final week:

We will "enroll" summer camps with younger children in our "School of Magic." This will give you an opportunity to perform as a magic teacher. In addition to having fun, you will be providing a valuable community service by getting the younger children excited about science.

The basic framework for the magic school is inspired by J K Rowling's Harry Potter series of books. You'll work with a preliminary sketch of the setting, characters, and events by applying your talent and creativity to answer open-ended questions and create the performance.

Hours

This is a three week day program with a significant community service component. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Cost

$1200 for 3 weeks. Cafeteria lunch is included. Scholarships available.

Lunch

Lunch is included and will be provided at the student cafeteria.

Transportation

Classes are held at various locations in the Villanova University campus. Villanova is accessible by public transportation on the R5 train or Route 100 trolley (but watch out for the whomping willow after you cross Lancaster avenue!). For SEPTA information call: 215-580-7800 or http://www.septa.org.

Registration

We are interested in choosing a group of 15-20 highly qualified and motivated young people between the ages of 13 and 17 that have a strong interest and ability in science and will work well together.

1. Fill out the application form, including contact information for two teachers (at least one from science) as your references.
2. Mail to:
   • Dr. M.A. Papalaskari
     Dept. of Computing Sciences
     Villanova University
     Villanova, PA 19085

Questions?

(610)519-7307 or magicschool@villanova.edu

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