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DELAND_________________________________________________________
Location: Stetson University
421 N. Woodland Blvd.
Site Coordinator: Lynn Albinson
July 21-25, 2008
Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:30

BERETS (K-3) - Session ONE

BER - 101  Magic Tree House Adventures
Grab your backpacks and notebooks and join us for a fun filled week as we climb into the mysterious tree house of Frog Creek, PA. We will be transported back in time with Jack and Annie as we explore the worlds of dinosaurs, knights and mummies!  Don’t let this be an ordinary old summer. Come and discover what life was like in the Cretacous period, Middle Ages and Ancient Egypt!  
(Grades K-3/July 21-25, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Amanda Cosner)

HATS I (Grades 4-6) - Session ONE

DEL-101 BLAST OFF!
Discover the fascinating world of rocketry this summer in an action-packed, fun-filled, hands-on program. Using the scientific investigative process, we will explore rocketry and Newton’s laws of motion. Be prepared to design and build your own balloon rockets, compressed air rockets, and water rockets. We’ll top off the week by building and launching model rockets. And when your friends ask, you can tell them, “Yes, as a matter of fact, it is rocket science!”
(Grades 4-6/July 21-25, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Marty Ingoldsby)

DEL-102 SUPER SCIENCE
Can’t possibly pick just one thing you love about science?  Then Super Science is for you!  All week we will journey through all facets of science through hands on experiments and activities.  Colossal chemistry experiments, phenomenal physics, eco-friendly ecology, incredible inventions, you name it, we can do it!  Each day will bring a new series of engaging experiences.  Bring your love of science and remember Science Rules!
(Grades 4-6/July 21-25, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Gina Triboletti)

 HATS II (Grades 6-9)

DEL-201 FORENSIC SCIENCE - CSI: DELAND
What is Forensic Science? What evidence does an investigator utilize to solve a crime? Come and explore the science behind Fingerprinting, Footwear Analysis, Handwriting Analysis, Hair and Fiber Analysis, Blood Spatter Analysis, Tool Mark Examination, Profiling and Crime Scene Processing. Students in this session will also be working with latent print development. Join us for a spine-tingling week of Crime Scene Investigation. Let’s crack the case and Help Arrest The Suspects!
(Grades 6-9/July 21-25, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Alicia Parker)

DEL- 203 WHAT A CHARACTER!
This fun summer course is designed to give the student experience in creating and acting out a character.  Basic drama skills of projection, articulation, and expression will be explored, and the importance of posture and movement will be stressed.  Each student will be designing a character from "concept" to "presentation."  A great way to grow your talents in sketching, planning, writing, and public speaking.  The course will end with a production that will feature each of the newly created characters performing a monologue.
(Grades 6-9/July 21-25, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Andrea Finkle)

HATS I & II (Grades 4-9)

DEL-301 COMIC STRIP STUDIO   
Whether you're a skilled artist or a consummate doodler, you, too, can become a cartoonist. All you need is your imagination. What's your favorite cartoon? Zits? Peanuts? Calvin and Hobbes? This course will introduce you to techniques used by professional cartoonists to bring characters and ideas to life on the Sunday comics page. We'll supply the materials and instruction, you'll supply the imagination. Taught by the creator of the Mr. Fitz comic strip, you'll enjoy a unique opportunity to learn cartooning from a professional cartoonist.
(Grades 4-9/July 21-25, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: David Finkle)

DELAND_________________________________________________________
Location: Stetson University
421 N. Woodland Blvd.
Site Coordinator: Lynn Albinson
July 28 - August 1, 2008
Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:30

HATS I (Grades 4-6) - WEEK TWO

DEL-121 FORENSIC SCIENCE - CSI: DELAND
What is Forensic Science? What evidence does an investigator utilize to solve a crime? Come and explore the science behind Fingerprinting, Footwear Analysis, Handwriting Analysis, Hair and Fiber Analysis, Blood Spatter Analysis, Tool Mark Examination, Profiling and Crime Scene Processing. Students in this session will also be working with latent print development. Join us for a spine-tingling week of Crime Scene Investigation. Let’s crack the case and Help Arrest The Suspects!
(Grades 4-6/July 28 - August 1, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Alicia Parker)

DEL-124 GEOCACHING: TREASURE HUNT!
It's a real life treasure hunt. Everywhere you go there are hidden items. Really... this is not a metaphor for anything - there are hidden boxes of "treasures" all around DeLand (and the world)! Only a select few know where and how to look - in this class you can become one of those. We will learn how to use GPS (Global Positioning System) technology to search the world for this treasure, make and hide some of our own, and become members of this elite group known as "cachers." This class is also great exercise because we have to "hoof it" to find our treasure. Bring your bottle of water!
(Grades 4-6/July 28- August 1, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Jeff Krob)

 HATS II (Grades 6-9)

DEL-221 BLAST OFF!
Discover the fascinating world of rocketry this summer in an action-packed, fun-filled, hands-on program. Using the scientific investigative process, we will explore rocketry and Newton’s laws of motion. Be prepared to design and build your own balloon rockets, compressed air rockets, and water rockets. We’ll top off the week by building and launching model rockets. And when your friends ask, you can tell them, “Yes, as a matter of fact, it is rocket science!”
(Grades 6-9/July 28- August 1, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Marty Ingoldsby)

DEL-223 ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Have you ever wondered about the marine animals that inhabit our local beaches? Get ready to get your feet wet and go on an adventure to the Indian River Lagoon. We will study marine biology, perform experiments in a lab setting, go on a total immersion field study at the Marine Discovery Center, and analyze our data using statistics. On our field study we will go on a boat tour of the lagoon, stop at several islands, and compare the fish population by seining for fish and using dip nets and cast nets. We will also perform water quality tests and identify different species of plankton.
(Grades 6-9/July 28- August 1, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Laura French)

HATS I & II (Grades 4-9)

DEL-321 HARRY POTTER SCIENCE MAGIC
Hop on the Hogwarts Express! Have you ever thought about being a student at a school similar to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Then come immerse yourself in the fictional world of Harry Potter. Discover the magic as we explore the world of the famous wizard in classes such as Arithmancy, Astronomy, Care of Magical Creatures, Charms, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Divination, Herbology, History of Magic, Potions, and Transfiguration. Once students are sorted into their houses they will work together on cooperative learning projects and experiments, as well as earning house points. Aspiring witches, wizards and warlocks welcome. Leave the Muggle world behind and meet me at Platform 9 3/4.
(Grades 4-9/July 28-August 1, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Lynn Albinson)

DEL – 322  ANIMATION STUDIO – THE ILLUSION OF LIFE
In this class students will learn the history of animation, from before film to the present day. We will watch and analyze films about the art of animation, and view classic examples of animation from Disney, Chuck Jones, and others. Students will learn how to create hand-drawn animation, including scripting, storyboarding, creating flip-books, and making hand-held animation devices.
(Grades 4-9/July 28 - August 1, 2008/DeLand/Instructor: Dave Finkle)

DELRAY BEACH_________________________________________________________
Location: Plumosa School of the Arts
1712 NE 2nd Ave
Delray Beach, FL 33444
Site Coordinator: Sally Smollar
Monday-Thursday, 8:30-4:00  
June 23-26, 2008

HATS I (Grades 4-6)  

 DLB - 103  PODCASTING 101
Introduction to podcasting. Students will learn to create audio, enhanced and video podcasts on a variety of topics. They will build fluency, vocabulary and self-confidence while having fun using the latest technology. By the end of our week, we will publish our podcasts, and they will be able to access, subscribe to and share them with iTunes from anywhere in the world.
(Grades 4-6/June 23-26, 2008/Delray Beach/Instructor: Sally Smollar

 DLB - 106  DIGITAL ARTISTS
Have some fun exploring your creative side. If you like the art of Romero Britto and Peter Max, this class is for you.  Can't draw a straight line? Using computer technology, you can be an artist in ways you may not have dreamed of.  We will create digital and print portfolios to display your work, and finish the session with an art gallery to share your masterpieces with friends and family. 
Grades 4-6/June 23-26, 2008/Delray Beach/Instructor: Sally Smollar

MELBOURNE_________________________________________________________  

 Location: Indialantic Elementary
1050 N. Palm Ave. Indialantic 
Site Coordinator: Barbara Deppner
June 16- 20, 2008
Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:30

MEL – 102  BRAINSTORMS GALORE!
Sign up for this class if you love applying your creativity skills through the use of technology, puzzles, art, problem solving, and more! You will learn the 4 components of creativity, build your own Photostory, learn Toon Boom Studio animation techniques, and more!
(Grades 4-6/June 23-27, 2008/Indialantic/Instructor: Robin Robb)

ORLANDO_________________________________________________________
Location: Aloma Elementary
2949 Scarlet Rd.  Winter Park
Site Coordinator: William Charlton
July 21-25, 2008
Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:30 

 HATS I (Grades 4-6)

ORL – 101  MATH IN SPORTS
Swoosh! Crack!  Do you love sports?  Do you love math?  Then heads up, this class is for you!  Sports is a field that is entirely surrounded by math.  When looking at sports statistics you learn about fractions, decimals, and percents.  You learn to understand ratios and probability.  Join us for a week of delving into the past and present world of sports statistics.  We’ll finish off the week, collecting our own data to analyze during our very own “Sports Day” where we will take a swing at waffle balls and throw horseshoes!  Bring your enthusiasm for math and your calculator and get ready to “have a ball”!!
(Grades 4-6/July 21-25, 2008/Orlando/Instructor: Erin Thompson)

ORL - 102 BE AN INVENTOR
Ever wonder how parachutes, pulleys, catapults, and whirligigs work?  Join us for a week of experimenting, designing, building, and testing models which we will use to develop our own inventions.  Who knows, maybe you'll be the next famous inventor with the next big creation!
(Grades 4-6/July 21-25, 2008/Orlando/Instructor: Jennifer Sheloske)

ORL - 103 MYTHICAL CREATURES
Join fellow dreamers in the search and understanding of Mythical Creatures.  Here you will discover mythical creatures such as the Dragons, Unicorns, Pegasus, Chimeras, Mermaids, Kraken and Cerebus.  Explore the facts and fantasy of mythical creatures from popular legends.  Learn about real animals that inspired these tales.  Hear the sailor's story of the mermaid, compare a narwhal to a unicorn, and delve into sea monsters in this mythical exploration!  We will create sculptures, paintings, and cultural objects ranging from medieval tapestries to shadow puppets to ceremonial masks and helmets.  Come prepared for a week of FUN, FUN, FUN!
(Grades 4-6/July 21-25, 2008/Orlando/Instructor: Leanda McMurtry)

ORL - 105  ROME:  AN EMPIRE
Students will set foot for a week within the walls of Ancient Rome, a civilization that began as a republic, and grew into an empire.  Students will solve events that occurred throughout the history of this ancient civilization, and will learn through math, writing, reading, decision making and debating.  This week long experience will allow students to live through the events that led to and engulfed this epic and tumultuous time period, that would eventually change the course of history, forever.  Students will experience the empire through the eyes of the people who lived it, and for just one week, live, as the Romans did, 2000 years ago. 
(Grades 4-6/July 21-25, 2008/Orlando/Instructor: William Ogle)

ORL - 107 - CHEMISTRY - THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENT
Explore the world of chemistry through hands-on experiments.  Discover the reactions from both chemical and physical changes.  Engage yourself in a study of the Periodic Table of Elements.  Do you enjoy baking homemade bread, making icecream the old-fashioned way and touring our community to look for chemistry in action?  If so, join us for a week of excitement, discovery and active learning.
(Grades 4-6/July 21-25, 2008/Orlando/Instructor: Susan Hoover)

HATS II (Grades 6-9)

ORL - 201 THE QUEST
Will you become a legend?  In this course students will search their imagination and create a fantasy to assist a hero in completing his journey.  Students will create and propose an idea for a board or video game based on a quest and persuade a gaming company to buy it.  Game On!
(Grades 6- 9/July 21-25, 2008/Orlando/Instructor: Deanna Hasty)

ORL-203 VIDEO PRODUCTION
Lights!  Camera!  Action!  Have you ever wondered how a movie was made?  Have you dreamed of making your own movie?  Here is your chance to learn about the process of production by creating your own short video project.  As a class, you will write a story, plan all the elements needed, shoot, and then edit the project.  Students will receive a DVD of their production at the end of the week.  Come join the exciting world of filmmaking!
(Grades 6- 9/July 21-25, 2008/Orlando/Instructor: Stephen Wise)

TAMPA_________________________________________________________ Location: Stetson University Tampa Law Center
1700 N. Tampa St.
Site Coordinator: Pat Sanders
June 23-27, 2008
Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:30 

HATS I (Grades 4-6): 

TAM-101 LEGOS AND HARDHATS
What do LEGOS, math, and architecture have in common? Come spend a busy and fun-filled week exploring mathematics from concrete to abstract, and you will discover the “connections.” You will work in teams to design and construct a entire city of buildings from LEGOS. After the buildings are completed, you will explore scale, proportion, and ratio by converting your LEGO buildings to scale drawings. You will outfit your buildings while following a budget, paying sales tax, and working with percentage discounts. At the end of the project, you'll get to “sell” your buildings to the class using PowerPoint presentations and sales brochures. Join us for a construction project that starts with an idea and ends with an "Ah ha!"

TAM-103 WRITE AND PUBLISH YOUR OWN BOOK
Do you have a great story idea? Are you interested in becoming a writer? This class will help you write and publish your own book from idea stage, to first draft, revision, editing, illustrating, printing, and binding. On the last day, we'll celebrate with a BookFest and Author's Autograph Party. Come learn how to create your own book from an experienced author, editor, and teacher.

HATS II (Grades 6-9):

TAM-201 LEGAL EAGLES 
Has your mother ever complimented your powers of persuasion by saying, “You ought to be a lawyer!”? Do you enjoy debating and making your case? If courtroom deliberations, copyright laws, and other legal issues intrigue you, what better place for an introduction to law than at HATS located at the Stetson Law Center? Join us for a week of enlightenment, thoughtful deliberation, and mini-trials to gain a better insight to the American justice system.

VERO BEACH_________________________________________________________
Location: The Community Church
1901 23rd Street
Vero Beach, FL  32960
Site Coordinator: Concessa Bowman
July 14-18, 2008
Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:30 

VRB - 101 CHEMISTRY:  IT'S A MYSTERY
Science and language arts meet in this chilling experience. Solve the mystery of the powders. Join in the Mystery Festival as you use crime lab tests to find a culprit. Explore the use of mystery as a reading strategy, and plan your own mystery novel. No one will ever guess what happens next…
(Grades 4-6, July 14-18, Instructor: Laurie Boulden)

Q&A
What is the HATS Summer Program?
An array of week long classes that are challenging and fun, sponsored by Stetson University. Students are encouraged to register for a class based on their strengths and area of interest. Classes are not intended for remediation. 

Who is eligible to participate?
Florida students in grades 4-9 who participate in gifted programs or have scored at or above the 95th percentile on any subject area on the FCAT or any other standardized test are invited to participate. Also, 4th-9th grade students who are members of the Belin-Blank Exceptional Student Talent Search (BESTS) are invited to participate. Class size is limited to 20 students, so early registration is encouraged.

When are classes held?
Classes are offered during the summer and last one week, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am until 3:30 pm. Dates vary depending on the location (see below).

Why do students attend HATS classes?
High achieving students enjoy classes that stimulate their unique interests and challenge them in their strongest subject areas. Our instructors demonstrate expertise in their chosen fields of study and are trained to work with gifted and high achieving students. They prepare an exciting curriculum that is hands-on, full of challenge, and fun! (Don't worry - we haven't forgotten that you're on summer vacation, and we're thrilled you want to spend some of it with us!)

What is the cost of summer programs?
Cost is $260 per student per one-week class and includes a "HATS" T-shirt and materials. For students who receive free or reduced lunch, the cost is $160. Students may register for more than one class, schedule permitting. Students who enroll in more than one class, or families that register more than one child are eligible for a Multiple Class Discount of $210 per class. Parents are responsible for transportation to and from the program and for providing a bag lunch each day for their child as cafeteria facilities vary from site to site. Please note: We work hard to keep the cost as affordable as possible and have not raised our rates in many years. In Summer 2006, we began offering families the Multiple Class Discount as yet another way to keep the program affordable. One way to reduce costs (and pass the savings on to families) is through electronic communication, such as our web site and the use of e-mail. When you do register for classes, we ask you to provide an email address to keep postage costs as low as possible. Families often wish to purchase additional T-shirts. These are available at a cost of $10 and can be ordered at the time of registration.

Where are classes held?
All classes are sponsored by Stetson University in DeLand, Florida. However, we realize that not all eligible students live in close proximity to our campus. Therefore, we work with various institutions to offer classes at several locations throughout Florida. Summer 2007 classes were offered in: DeLand, Melbourne, Orlando, Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Augustine, Tampa, and Vero Beach.

(Please note: If you are an educator and interested in working with us to sponsor classes in your area for Summer 2008, please contact the program director, Lynn Albinson, at hats@stetson.edu or 386.822.7091.)

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the difference between HATS I and HATS II? Do I have to attend HATS I before attending HATS II?
A: HATS I is for students who are in grades 4-6 during the 2007/2008 school year. HATS II is for students who are in grades 6-9 during the 2006/2007 school year. Participation in HATS I is NOT required for participation in HATS II. Please note: If you are a 6th grade student during the 2007/2008 school year you may choose to participate in HATS I or HATS II.

Q: Do I attend the same class for the entire week, or can I go from class to class each day?
A: If you sign up for "Photography" you will be in "Photography" for the entire week. Different classes cannot be attended on different days.

Q: Can I take more than one class, or am I limited?
A: You can sign up for more than one class, and you can sign up at different locations if you like. There is no limit to the number of classes you may take.

Q: How do I sign up for more than one class?
A: Print and complete a registration form for each class you want to attend. Send with payment to the address provided on the top of the registration form.

Q: Is transportation available?
A: No. Parents are responsible for providing transportation to and from the HATS Program.

Q: Will I receive a grade or any type of college credit for my HATS class?
A: No, there are no grades or college credit. However, you will receive a written evaluation from your HATS instructor on the last day of class along with a certificate of participation.

Q: How can I apply for a scholarship to the HATS Summer Program?
A: All students who participated in BESTS (took the EXPLORE or ACT in 2008) are eligible to receive a scholarship for the HATS Summer Program. The highest scoring students at each grade level will be offered scholarships to the HATS Summer Program. Should a student decline the scholarship it will be offered to the next high scoring student.

Q: How do I apply for a scholarship to attend Stetson someday?
A: The names of all HATS participants and BESTS members are provided to the Stetson University Department of Admissions. When you are ready to apply to Stetson, please advise your Admissions Counselor that you have attended a HATS Summer Program and/or participated in BESTS. You will automatically receive the HATS Scholarship in addition to any other scholarship awards. (Please Note: HATS and BESTS students typically are strong students who qualify for substantial scholarship opportunities at Stetson.)

Q: Can I pay for classes online?
A: No, we do not accept credit cards, so simply print and mail the application with a check made payable to HATS.

Q: Why are some classes canceled?
A: Classes are canceled when too few students sign up for them. We then contact families to determine whether another class is acceptable or if a refund is required.

Q: How do I know if a class is available?
A: As long as the class is listed on the site you may register for it. If a class fills up, we will post a notice by the course description.