Registration for Grant Public School’s Recreation & Enrichment classes will begin June 1st  at the Grant Administration Office weekdays from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM or by calling 834-7119!  Class sizes are limited and enrollment is on a first come, first serve basis.  Many classes require a minimum number of students to avoid cancellation, so please register as soon as possible.   Enrollment is based on the grade the student will enter this fall.  Registrations may be made by phone; however, all fees must be paid before reservations are confirmed.  An additional $5.00 fee will be charged to all participants from outside the Grant Public School district. Registration deadline for classes will be one week prior to the start of the class.
Refunds will ONLY be made if a class is canceled due to insufficient enrollment. 

Camps Offered:
Boys' Basketball Camp, directed by our Varsity Basketball Coach, Brandon Miller, will emphasize the development of individual skills and team play with the goal of preparing players to succeed in the winter basketball league.

Girls' Basketball Camp, directed by Varsity Coach, Mark Walters.  He will provide players with an opportunity to increase their knowledge of the game as well as improve their individual skills and techniques.

Youth Basketball - Boys and Girls entering 1st-2nd grades and girls 3rd-4th grade will be able to attend this fun-fill week.  Butch Brown will be coaching them on skills and increasing their knowledge of the game.

Girls' Volleyball Camp, led by our new Varsity Coach, Tricia Schuitema..  This will include one-on-one coaching, lots of individual instruction and challenging playing experiences for you to test your new skills!  This camp will give you a high level of instruction and practice time in each skill area. 

Football Camp will be offered for all 1^st-8^th grade football players.  Varsity Coach Jim Stickney, is excited to work with the “Future Grant Tiger Football Players!”

Soccer Camp offers instruction in the fundamental skills of the game and is ideal for introducing children to the sport as well as preparing them for the fall youth leagues.  Led by Varsity Coach Ben Rodgers.

Tennis Camps:  Coach Scott Zerlaut will be offering 2 sessions for participant’s convenience his summer.  Students Kgt.- 12^th grade can learn the skills needed to play, improve and compete.

Cheerleading Camp, will be directed by our Varsity Cheerleading Coach, Kristina Bracket, and the Grant Varsity Cheer Team!  This camp is for all our youth cheerleaders and coaches.  Participants will learn stretches, flexibility skills, jumps, motions, and chants, tumbling skills, games and teambuilding. 

Rocket Football Cheerleading Signup  Registration Procedures: Students entering grades 1^st -7^th  may register for Rocket Football Cheerleading at the Grant Administration office beginning June 1, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  The cost for Rocket Cheerleading is $45.00 for a new uniform, $30 if you have one. YOU MUST REGISTER BY JUNE 26^TH.  THERE WILL BE NO LATE REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED.  Only a paid registration fee and completed registration form will ensure you a place in this program.

 Hug-A-Bear Day Camp provides 3 to 4 year olds with a rich environment for stimulating play experiences and imaginative outdoor activities.  The camp is taught by Tina Joling. 

Field Trip:
A trip to Craig's Cruisers for children 8-13 years of age is planned for July 14th.  All activities and a buffet lunch of pizza, pasta, salads, & dessert for $20.00.  The trip is limited to 35 children and fills up quickly.  Only a paid registration will hold a reservation.

For those 11 years and older, we will be going to Michigan’s Adventure on June 24^th.  The cost to enjoy 50 rides and a catered lunch will be $20.00.  All participants, with a parent or guardian, must attend a meeting prior to leaving on the bus.

Rainbow Express:
We are excited to again offer these summer fine arts programs for children in kindergarten through eight grade.  This wonderful opportunity for rich learning experiences is made possible through the generous funding of the Fremont Area Community Foundation.  To provide the opportunity to attend Rainbow Express to more students, many classes are being offered evenings.

 Art Classes   There will be two fun weeks of art.  Bring your imagination and creativity with you.

Summer Chorus  -  Join us as we experience music from around the world and right here at home.  We will explore both the vocal and the instrumental sides of music in fun, interactive ways. There is no better way to learn about music than hands on activities and games This class is for anyone interested in music. There will be one class for 3rd-7^th grade students and a second class for 8^th through 2010 graduates..  Public concert will be Friday, Augurst 6^th  .

Summer Theater Program
Acting & Stagecraft – “Let’s put on a show!”  A two week experience for kids that is full of theater!  Kids will learn “backstage” skills like costuming, make-up and set construction as well as “on stage” skills by putting on a play.  This performance will be directed by Jessica Alverson who is a student majoring in Theatre Education at Spring Arbor Univ.  There is a maximum of 20 participants.

New Children’s Healthy Lifestyle Classes
In our Fun with Foods Cooking Class, student cooks will learn how to prepare recipes.  They will learn kitchen safety, basic nutrition, cooking terms, and more.  There will be a beginners and an advanced class.  Due to the popularity of these classes, you may only participate in one class.

Red Cross Babysitter Certification Class is being offered to students 12 years and older.  This is a must for all youth who baby-sit.  It includes first aide as well as CPR.

Children’s First Aide & CPR. is a class that will be helpful in teaching children 9-11 yrs. old, basic first aide and CPR. procedures.  This class is a must for children who stay home alone.

This is a summary of activities offered this summer.  Watch for the June Newsletter, coming out next week, for more information.