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SALLY RIDE
SCIENCE CAMPS for girls entering grades 4–9
2007 summer programs
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reach for the stars
f o r g i r l s e n t e r i n g g r a d e s 4 – 9
Sally Ride Science Camps provide:
an exclusive sally ride science curriculum designed to engage and empower girls
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a supportive girls-only environment
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lots of hands-on learning activities and experiments not found in school
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a chance to meet great role models — female scientists & science teachers
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three “major” subjects to choose from during camp, including astronomy,
marine science, and robotics
Education Unlimited® and Sally Ride Science™ have partnered
to provide outstanding Sally Ride Science Camps for girls
entering grades 4–9 this summer!
Sally Ride Science™ was founded by pioneering astronaut Sally
Ride to support the large numbers of girls and young women
who are (or might become) interested in science, math and
engineering — and provide this support in ways that they will
find interesting and entertaining. Education Unlimited® was
founded in 1993 with the mission of giving every high school
student the best possible chance of gaining admission to the
college of their choice. Today, Education Unlimited® is the leading
summer academic enrichment program provider in the nation.
Together, we will offer nine sessions of Sally Ride Science
Camps on five prominent university campuses this summer.
“It was an awesome experience. I got to
spend a week and a half doing science,
making friends – all at camp!”
Katherine Karwoski, 9th grade Sally Ride Science camper
table of contents
s a l ly r i d e s c i e n c e c a m p s
Dear Students and Parents, table of contents
I would like to take this opportunity to invite all young women Curriculum Overview 4
entering 4th – 9th grades to participate in our 2007 Sally Ride Major Topics 4
Science Camps. These unique and innovative programs are Sample Schedule 5
designed to encourage girls’ interests in science, engineering, and Faculty 6
technology in a supportive and fun environment. Dates and Prices 6
Our goal is to foster girls’ natural interests in science by Facts at a Glance 7
giving them the hands-on science learning that is often not found Application 8
in school. By participating in workshops, labs, and activities,
girls will build confidence in themselves and learn that science is
interesting, exciting, and a lot of fun!
An all-girls environment gives young women the opportunity
to explore their science interests in single-gender groups, and it
provides them with the experience of living and working with
female science professionals, teachers, and students in a
encouraging community setting.
Sally Ride Science Camps have been very popular over the last
few summers and we will continue to hold our programs at the
University of California, Berkeley, the University of San Diego,
and Stanford University. We are also pleased to be hosting new
sessions of the programs at Caltech and the Massachusetts Institute
of Technology. Experienced and inspiring staff will supervise and
instruct girls during the program.
Any young woman who is curious about science, technology
and engineering should be encouraged to explore her interests.
Providing opportunities for science learning in the home, at
school, and outside of school can engage her and inspire her
excitement for science. Attending a Sally Ride Science Camp is
one way to encourage girls’ interests. To learn more about other
ways to involve girls in science, engineering and technology, go to
www.SallyRideScience.com.
If you choose to take the opportunity to enroll in a Sally
Ride Science Camp this summer, please mail in the enclosed
application soon. Space is limited, and we accept applications on
a first-come, first-served basis.
I wish that I would have had the opportunity to attend a
program like this when I was younger!
Sincerely,
Sally Ride
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Sally Ride Science Camps encourage girls’ interests in science
by giving them hands-on science learning and activities in an
environment that is designed to be supportive, enriching, and — most
importantly — fun! These unique, overnight camps provide girls
an opportunity to explore science, technology, and engineering
while having fun on a college campus.
Core Curriculum All students attend a morning lab session in
their Major subject, which includes science instruction, lab work
and techniques, and individual and group work on projects
and problems. In the afternoons, students attend enrichment
activities and workshops designed to build their confidence, science
knowledge, leadership skills and teamwork abilities. In the
evenings, girls participate in supervised recreational activities.
8th and 9th Grade Program For 8th and 9th graders, we have
created an advanced and extended version of our program to provide
girls with extra time to explore our unique majors and activities.
Science Majors Each student will choose a Major, which will
be the main focus area of her morning lab sessions. This year,
we offer three exciting majors, each of which culminates in a
substantial project (marked in bold)*.
In the Astronomy major, scientists will:
■ Simulate the Big Bang theory
■ Use a pinhole camera to measure the diameter of the sun
■ Study the surface of the sun
■ Make spectrometers and explore light and diffraction
■ Learn about constellations and star lore
■ Investigate the orbital mechanics of the International
Space Station
■ Launch and safely retrieve ‘eggstronauts’ using water rockets
In the Marine Science major, scientists will
■ Explore major marine habitats
■ Write and perform phylum dramas
“The attitudes and energy of the camp
administration was really good. They were
always willing to help and were really
energetic.” Shannon Pai, 7th grade SRS camper
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c i e n c e f u n
■ Investigate adaptations in a creative creature project sample schedule
Sally Ride Science Camp
■ Dissect a fish, mollusk, or echinoderm
■ Experiment with chemical and physical properties of water 8:00 am – 8:45 am Breakfast
■ Use EarthKAM lithographs and more to learn about 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Morning lab session (in Major)
current marine issues 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm Lunch
■ Present findings in a peer-run ‘Marine Conference’
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm Supervised recreation time
In the Robotics major, scientists will
2:30 pm – 2:45 pm Afternoon meeting
■ Build a robot from the ground up
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm First afternoon workshop
■ Remotely control their robot
■ Experiment with light and pressure sensors 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm Second afternoon workshop
■ Create drive trains for different terrains 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Dinner
■ Build and control a robotic arm 6:45 pm – 7:00 pm Evening meeting
■ Design and play robotic sports
7:15 pm – 8:15 pm Group activity with counselors
■ Design and perform a robotic extraction challenge
8:15 pm – 9:15 pm Free time in dorm
* Examples of activities and projects are tentative and subject to change.
9:15 pm – 10:15 pm Students on floors,
Enrichment Activities and Workshops In the afternoons and getting ready for bed
evenings, girls participate in activities that give them the 10:15 pm Room check and lights out!
opportunity for informal science learning, as well as leadership and
problem-solving training, through workshops, experiments, guest
speakers, and recreational activities. Students will also attend a
mid-program excursion to a local attraction or science venue.
Examples of some workshop topics available to choose from
at selected camps:
■ Outdoor initiatives / team-building
■ Science ethics debates
■ Slimes, gels, and ooblicks lab
■ Mini World Cup soccer tournament
■ Inventors’ challenge
■ Humorous interpretation and improv
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■ Friendship bracelet design
■ Public speaking activities
■ On-campus excursions (to a lab, museum, etc.)
Guest Speakers Although Astronaut Sally Ride may appear in
person at one or two of the sessions, at most sessions campers
will speak to her through video conference or watch a special “This was my first time coming to an
video presentation from Dr. Ride.
Girls will also meet a local science professional or academic
overnight camp for a whole week! The
who will visit the camp.
program went over and beyond my
call 510-548-6612 or expectations.” Stephanie Shimizu, 7th grade SRS camper
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faculty
c u r r i c u l u m d i r e c t o r s
Stephanie Rafanelli is a veteran science teacher and
camp director. She has taught science in the Bay Area for
thirteen years, including ten years at Menlo School. In the
world of camps, Stephanie has participated in, founded,
and directed various programs including Stanford Sierra
Camp, East Bay School of the Arts, Summer Explorations at Menlo
School, and the Sally Ride Science Camp at Stanford. Stephanie has a
Bachelor of Science from Stanford University, where she also played
varsity soccer. Stephanie spends all of her free time with her six and three
year-old sons.
Nancy McIntyre returns for her third year as Lead Instructor
at the Sally Ride Science Camps. Nancy is an experienced
science teacher and currently serves as the Eagle Engineering
Program Director at Chaminade College Preparatory in
West Hills, CA. Her numerous teaching accomplishments
and awards include being selected as a Fulbright Memorial Scholar and
serving as teacher in residence at the John Glenn Research Center.
sally ride dates & prices Nancy received her B.S. from C.W. Post College in New York, earned her
Location Grades Tuition Dates teaching credential at Adelphi University, and did graduate work at New
York University.
Stanford University 4 –5 $985 June 23 – June 26
6–7 $1,525 June 27 – July 3 Jenny Herbert Creek is an honors graduate of Stanford
8–9 $1,985 July 5 – July 14 University, where she earned her B.A. in Political Science
UC Berkeley 5–8 $1,525 Aug. 5 – Aug. 11 and Feminist Studies. Jenny has published independent
research on gender equity in education, and has served as
Univ. of San Diego 6–7 $1,485 July 29 – Aug. 4
a research consultant for Sally Ride Science and the U.S.
8–9 $1,925 July 29 – Aug. 7 Women’s Bureau. She is currently Education Unlimited’s CFO and helps
Caltech* 4–9 $600 July 23 – July 27 to develop program curriculum for Education Unlimited® camps.
MIT 6–7 $1,725 Aug 1 – Aug. 7
8–9 $2,185 Aug. 1 – Aug. 10
*Day Camp only. No overnight accomodation provided.
cancellation insurance
We recommend that you purchase cancellation insurance. Insurance costs
8% of the total tuition and entitles you to a refund as listed (except for
cost of insurance):
Days Before Camp Refund Amount
31 or more 100%
15 – 30 70%
3 – 14 40%
2 or fewer days 0%
No refund of any kind is offered without cancellation insurance. Insurance
can only be purchased on initial application and cannot be added later.
Location Grades Insurance Location Grades Insurance
Stanford Univ. 4–5 $79 U. of San Diego 6–7 $119
6–7 $122 8–9 $154
8–9 $159 Caltech 4–9 $48
UC Berkeley 5–8 $122 MIT 6–7 $138
8–9 $175
facts at a glance
a p p l i c a t i o n i n f o r m a t i o n
Financial Aid Need-based aid is available. Education Unlimited is
Fee Schedule For all camps priced less than $1,600, a $395 deposit committed to making programs available to students regardless of the
that is credited toward the cost of the camp is required upon application. ability to pay. We encourage all interested students to apply. Initial
For camps priced between $1,600 and $3,500, a $595 deposit that is deposits must accompany all applications. Tax forms are required for
credited toward the cost of the camp is required upon application. For consideration. To request an aid application or get more information,
camps priced more than $3,500, a deposit of $995 that is credited email aid@educationunlimited.com.
toward the cost of the camp is required upon application. This deposit
Fees Cover Residential program fees cover all classes, residence hall or
is not refundable unless cancellation insurance is purchased (see below)
hotel lodging for the duration of the program, all meals, all required
at the time of application. Payment for the remaining balance is due 45
workbooks and materials, planned recreational and evening activities,
days before the first day of the program in which the student is enrolled.
and camp memorabilia. Special fees may be required for some Summer
Families may pay in full upon application.
Focus elective classes. Day camp fees cover all classes, all required
Enrollment Process Once application has been received for any of our workbooks and materials, and camp memorabilia.
programs by mail or online, the enrollment process begins and the
Fees Do Not Cover Residential program fees do not include
initial deposit is nonrefundable unless cancellation insurance is
transportation to and from the program site (except Tours), optional $5
purchased. Failure to complete the enrollment process for any of our
for camp shirt, optional calling card, spending and laundry money. Day
programs also results in the forfeiture of the deposit unless cancellation
camp fees do not cover lodging and meals, transportation to and from
insurance is purchased, and then all rules regarding our Cancellation
the program site, optional $5 for camp shirt, or spending money.
Insurance Policy are applicable. The responsibility lies with the family/
student to complete the enrollment process by the due date stated in the Student Responsibilities and Conduct Students are expected to
enrollment packet. College Admission Prep Camps, Prep Camp Excel attend all scheduled events, classes, and seminars. Students must
and A+ programs require the submission of official or unofficial conduct themselves in a mature and responsible manner, following all
transcripts for all grades completed at time of application. Summer program and/or school/University guidelines and fully respecting the
Focus, A+ programs and CAPC Intensive require a minimum 3.0 GPA. rights of others. After application and upon acceptance to the program,
Summer Focus program requires the submission of official transcripts, students will be sent a follow-up packet with final enrollment materials.
at least one academic letter of recommendation and the completion of a All forms must be completed, signed, and returned to Education
phone interview. All programs require that the student/family review Unlimited before a student may participate in any Education Unlimited
and return camp enrollment forms (i.e. medical release forms, rules and program.
regulations forms, enrollment agreement) and required payments and
damage and/or key deposits sent to them by Education Unlimited. If, International Students Please add $50 to the tuition. This fee is used
once the enrollment process is complete, a student is not accepted into to offset increased administrative, phone and mailing costs.
an Education Unlimited program, all monies paid will be refunded. Cancellation Insurance Sometimes families must cancel their
Payment Options Education Unlimited accepts credit cards for the registration due to unforeseen circumstances and we are unable to issue
initial deposit only. For all programs except East Coast College Tour refunds in such cases. We recommend that families purchase cancellation
(ECCT), payment in full is due 45 days before program begins and must insurance. This insurance provides a refund (including the normally
be paid by check, cash, or money order. For ECCT and Summer Focus non-refundable deposit but not the insurance premium itself) if camp
programs, payment is due 60 days before start of each program. enrollment is cancelled by written notification prior to the start of the
Families applying for camp fewer than 45 days prior to the first day of program. No refund is provided if the cancellation request is cancelled
the program may have a different payment schedule. Late payments after the camp begins. The total fee for the insurance is 8% of the total
(received fewer than 15 days prior to the start of a program) must be cost of the program before any discounts (10% for Summer Focus).
paid by cash, cashiers check, or money order. Cancellation insurance can only by purchased on initial application, and
cannot be added later. Cancellation Insurance is not offered for the East
Early Applications Applications received 21 days or more before the Coast College Tour. This written cancellation policy is always binding
start of a camp will be eligible for an $80 early enrollment discount. and no verbal communication from EU staff can override the written
This discount may not be combined with any other discounts or offers, policy. Only a financial officer of the company (CEO or CFO) can
including Alumni, Fall, and Winter offers and our group discount approve a waiver to this policy; requests must be submitted in writing.
program.
Program / Camp Switching within Education Unlimited Because
Security Deposits Two separate damage and key deposits (of up to Education Unlimited incurs many non-recoverable fees once a student
$100 each) are required. Charges for damage to furniture or building has enrolled in a program, switching from one program to another is
structure will be levied against these deposits. Forfeiture of deposit will considered to be two different transactions, (1) the cancellation of the
also result if keys are not returned upon departure. At the conclusion of first camp and (2) the enrollment in the second camp. Families that have
each summer security deposit checks that have not been cashed are purchased cancellation insurance for the cancelled program will be
destroyed (usually in October or November following camp). refunded the full amount due per our cancellation insurance refund
schedule. For families that have not purchased cancellation insurance,
the camp fees paid are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred to the
new camp.
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R e g u l a r E n r o l l m e n t Applicants cancellation insurance (see page 7 for details).
are considered on a first come, first Early Applications Applications received 21 days or more
served basis. A check for full tuition before the start of a camp receive a $80 early enrollment
or a deposit of $595, which is credited discount. This discount may not be combined with any other
toward the total program cost, must discounts or offers.
accompany your application form. Checks should be made Commuter Option is available at a 15% discount. Approximate daily
payable to Education Unlimited®. Students may pay in full schedule is 8:30am – 8:30pm; Includes lunch and dinner. Tuition
upon application. The deposit is nonrefundable, except with for the Caltech Day Camp already includes the commuter discount.
Financial Aid Students with financial need are encouraged to
i a m a p p ly i n g f o r call or write for financial aid information, or send an e-mail to
Sally Ride Science Camps aid@educationunlimited.com.
Location ✓ Grades Tuition Dates Enrollment Procedure Summary
Stanford University –
4 5 $985 June 23 – June 26
■ Mail:
–
6 7 $1,525 June 27 – July 3
❑ Completed application
–
8 9 $1,985 July 5 – July 14
❑ Full tuition or deposit check of $595
UC Berkeley –
5 8 $1,525
Aug. 5 – Aug. 11
University of San Diego 6 7
– $1,485 July 29 – Aug. 4
❑ Cancellation insurance fee (optional, see page 7 for details)
8 9
– $1,925 June 29 – Aug. 7
❑ International students please add $50
Caltech (Day Camp) 4 9
– $600 July 23 – July 27
■ Wait for your enrollment packet in the mail! (Please do not
MIT –
6 7 $1,725
Aug. 1 – Aug. 7
make any travel plans until you receive written confirmation
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8 9 $2,185
Aug. 1 – Aug. 10
of your acceptance)
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I am ready to apply! Enroll me as a: Resident Commuter
Cut along line and mail
Student’s Name Age Grade Fall 2007
Home Address City State Zip
Home Phone Student E-Mail
Date of Birth Major (circle one) Astronomy Marine Science Robotics
Parent #1 Name Parent #2 Name
Parent #1 Work Phone Parent #2 Work Phone
Parent #1 E-Mail Parent #2 E-Mail
Parent Cell Phone School Name
School Address City State Zip
How did you first hear about the program?
cover image (far left): audrey luke PhotoWorks
Reminder You must remit the $595 deposit with your completed application. Without cancellation insurance this deposit is non-
refundable unless not accepted into the program. Make checks payable to Education Unlimited. Enrollment is limited — Apply early!
We recommend that you purchase cancellation insurance, which provides a full or partial refund, as explained on page 7. The fee for the
insurance is 8% of the total tuition before any discounts and must be purchased with this application. No refund of any kind is offered
without insurance. If you answer yes for cancellation insurance, full payment for the insurance must be sent in with this application.
Cancellation Insurance enclosed: Yes No Total Enclosed $
I hereby give permission for my child to participate in the above indicated program. I am also indicating my agreement to all terms
and conditions of enrollment listed on page 7 of this brochure and upon this application.
Signature of Parent Date
www.sallyridescience.com Mail To: Sally Ride Science Camps Sally Ride Science Camps
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www.educationunlimited.com c/o Education Unlimited® c/o Education Unlimited®
campinfo@educationunlimited.com 1700 Shattuck Avenue, #305 8070 La Jolla Shores Drive #527
510-548-6612 Berkeley, CA 94709 La Jolla, CA 92037
What each student gets out of the program is dependent upon the individual student’s motivation and abilities.
