Grades 6th and 7th

¡Exploremos el mundo hispano! Let’s explore the Spanish-speaking world! In this camp, students will “vacation” to 4 different Spanish-speaking countries. As tourists in a new place, they will learn Spanish for travel and communication as well as learn about other cultures’ practices and perspectives. Students will see the sights and observe cultural traditions through games, crafts, storytelling and music. Students will see how exploring the world will create cultural competency and global awareness that are highly sought after traits for many careers today. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required for this camp. 

About the Instructor: 

Hola! Me llamo Katie Schwartz. I am a Spanish instructor at Coconino Community College. I’ve been an educator for 13 years and I am passionate about teaching my students the Spanish language and about the cultures that speak it. Originally from South Dakota, I now call Flagstaff, Arizona my home. In February of this year my husband and I welcomed our first child into our family. We are excited for lots of outdoor adventures and traveling together.

Grades 6th & 7th

Join us on an exhilarating adventure at camp! Dive into Brian Young's captivating novel, "Healer of the Water Monster," exploring the link between local land use, culture, and historical sites. Through readings, virtual expeditions, and artifact creation, become a steward of the land, ready to educate others on being a responsible outdoor adventurer! Let's embark on this thrilling journey together!

*Note that Myla, a certified therapy dog, will be joining this camp. 

About the Instructor:

Katie Paetz has been teaching for 16 years and has her Bachelors and Masters in Education. She teaches 5th graders in the Flagstaff Unified School District. While not teaching, Ms. Paetz likes to hike, snowboard, and walk her dog.

Grades 6th and 7th

Welcome to Creative Inkwell: where young minds come to ignite their creativity through the power of words. Our 4-day retreat is more than just a camp; it's an immersive experience designed to cultivate the next generation of local poets and writers. Inspired by the rich literary heritage of Northern Arizona Book Festival's 25th anniversary and upcoming anthology of odes to the Colorado Plateau, we're celebrating place, and what place means to us as humans. Throughout the week, budding writers will embark on a journey of self-discovery as they explore various forms of expression, from micropoetry to memoir, flash fiction to visual poetry, septet to renga. Our program is not just about writing; it's about finding your voice and learning the craft from an experienced mentor. As we delve into the art of writing, students will keep a journal to capture their thoughts and inspirations. They'll also learn journalistic skills through engaging interviews and delve into the works of Colorado Plateau authors. Our camp isn't just about creating; it's about understanding the world of literature and publishing. Students will submit a piece of writing for possible publication, learn some tips of the trade, research fellow students getting their work published around the globe, find contests and prizes to keep the fuel burning over the 2024-2025 academic year, and work with our Curios Publication here at the college. But it's not all work and no play! We'll indulge in literary-themed games and activities to keep the creativity flowing. There will be a reading, water word war and a magazine component as well. At the culmination of the camp, writers will produce a literary reading and take home their "Pausings on Place" camp anthology, as well as their journal with both drafted and finished products to carry them into the rest of the summer, pen in hand.

About the Instructor:

Katie King holds a Master of Arts in Nonfiction from Wilkes University and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, also from Wilkes. With eighteen publications in literary journals and magazines, she is an accomplished writer, speaker, and coach for aspiring writers. Katie has contributed to the educational sector, having worked with the Flagstaff Unified School District in their FACTS program and served as a tutor at Coconino Community College. Additionally, she offers private tutoring services specializing in reading and literature through A Plus Tutoring. Katie's passion lies in helping students explore various forms of writing and refine their craft to gain deeper insights into themselves and the world around them. A Flagstaff local since 1996, Katie is a proud mother to a 10-year-old son and shares her home with her beloved black corgi named Glen.

Grades 6th and 7th

¡Exploremos el mundo hispano! Let’s explore the Spanish-speaking world! In this camp, students will “vacation” to 4 different Spanish-speaking countries. As tourists in a new place, they will learn Spanish for travel and communication as well as learn about other cultures’ practices and perspectives. Students will see the sights and observe cultural traditions through games, crafts, storytelling and music. Students will see how exploring the world will create cultural competency and global awareness that are highly sought after traits for many careers today. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required for this camp. 

About the Instructor: 

Hola! Me llamo Katie Schwartz. I am a Spanish instructor at Coconino Community College. I’ve been an educator for 13 years and I am passionate about teaching my students the Spanish language and about the cultures that speak it. Originally from South Dakota, I now call Flagstaff, Arizona my home. In February of this year my husband and I welcomed our first child into our family. We are excited for lots of outdoor adventures and traveling together.