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Animation (10-day program)

Dates: July 21 – August 1, 2025
Price: $250/week

This program is taught by Sanford Upper School teacher, Gavin Gibson. From stop-motion to video games, animation is integral to the creation of appealing and entertaining media. This animation course will educate you in the fundamentals of the craft and the technological literacy of current animation tools. By the end of this course, students will be able to 3D animate a movement sequence of their choice and learn to self-improve their own animation work for the future. The course will cover the basics of animation and with focus on applied animation skills. *Sanford Students are required to attend all classes if they wish to receive school credit.

Please note: This class requires a 2-week minimum commitment, for the weeks of July 21-25 and
July 28-Aug 1. The tuition listed below is the weekly rate, not the 2-week rate.

  • Grades: 9 - 12
  • 7/21 - 8/1
  • 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Books and Nature

Dates: July 21-25, 2025
Price: $500/week

This program is taught by Sanford Lower School teacher, Laura Jezyk. Come join us for a fun-filled week of exploring nature and children’s literature. We will utilize the beautiful Sanford campus to inspire our budding artists and readers! The week will include different crafts, dramatic play, writing, storytelling, and more. It is a great way to keep your child’s mind and body active and also reinforce academic skills and their love of reading.

This program runs from 9am – 12pm. Children will then eat lunch and join their Bunk in ESF’s Junior Camp: Intermediate Division for remainder of the afternoon. Pickup is at 3pm.

  • Grades: 1 - 2
  • 7/21 - 7/25
  • 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Creative Writing (10-day program)

Dates: July 21 – August 1, 2025
Price: $250/week

This program is taught by Sanford Upper School teacher, Mike Symons. Whether you’re interested in journaling, novel writing, or curious to explore the power of the written word, this course will give you a chance to explore your unique voice on the page! Students will engage in all aspects of the writing process, from creative spark to publication submission! In this seminar-style writing workshop, students will keep a notebook where they respond to creative prompts and free-writes, eventually developing their favorites into complete poems and stories. They will both share their work and receive feedback as a writer and read the work of their peers and offer feedback as an editor. After only two weeks, students leave the course with a creative writing portfolio ready to be submitted for writing contests and publication! *Sanford Students are required to attend all classes if they wish to receive school credit.

Please note: this class requires a 2-week minimum commitment, for the weeks of July 21-25 and
July 28 – Aug 1. The tuition listed below is the weekly rate, not the 2-week rate.

  • Grades: 9 - 12
  • 7/21 - 8/1
  • 9:00AM - 1:00PM

Intro to Acting

Dates: July 21 – 25, 2025
Price: $500/week

This program is taught by Sanford School teacher, Clint Williams. Nervous to speak in front of a group? Want to become more comfortable presenting and performing? Well if so, this class was designed for you! Students will gain skills in acting, improvisation, visualization, breathing, and relaxation, as well as a working vocabulary of theater terms. Additionally, students will learn valuable public speaking skills in a safe space where they are free to learn the proper way to combat nerves that may impede successful speaking in front of groups of people.

This program runs from 9am – 12pm. Children will then eat lunch and join their group in ESF’s Senior Camp for remainder of the afternoon. Pickup is at 3pm.

  • Grades: 5 - 8
  • 7/21 - 7/25
  • 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Intro to Acting and Theater (10-day program)

Dates: July 21 – August 1, 2025
Price: $250/week

This program is taught by Sanford Upper School teacher, Noel Williams. This class is specifically designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of stage acting. Students will develop essential skills in acting improvisation, visualization, breathing, and relaxation techniques. Additionally, they will acquire a robust vocabulary of theater terms. No previous acting experience is necessary, as this class is open to all students. Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on an exciting journey into the world of acting! *Sanford Students are required to attend all classes if they wish to receive school credit.

Please note: this class requires a 2-week minimum commitment, for the weeks of July 21-25 and
July 28 – Aug 1. The tuition listed below is the weekly rate, not the 2-week rate.

  • Grades: 9 - 12
  • 7/21 - 8/1
  • 9:00AM - 1:00PM