Arts-X-press is a summer arts immersion program for 7th and 8th grade students created by the Pacific Symphony in celebration of Cole Carsan St.Clair. 150 students are nominated by teachers throughout Orange County to come together for 5 days of creative exploration each summer. The program has two goals: 1) To expose students to all 5 performing and visual arts; and 2) To foster respect for and interest in each student’s individuality, talents, interests, and background.

Monday, June 24, 2013

Excursion Spotlight: Pacific Symphony


All of our students will have the chance to meet fabulous Pacific Symphony musicians while they are at camp. Many of them will also get the chance to see these musicians onstage!


Session 1 will travel to Verizon Wireless Amphitheater to hear Gustav Holst's "The Planets," inspired by the galaxy itself! Stunning footage from outer space accompanies Holst’s sweeping music, which you’ll recognize as the soundtrack for video games, TV shows and movies.


Session 3 will be part of Symphony in the Cities in Mission Viejo. These free outdoor concerts are a great way to enjoy music under the stars, conducted by our very own Carl St.Clair.

Friday, June 21, 2013

Getting ready!

In case you misplace it, here is all the information that was distributed at the Summer Orientations:
Medicine labeling form
Packing list
Bus schedule
Parent Presentation flier

We're looking forward to summer fun!

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Summer Orientations

It's June! That means it's time to start getting ready for realz!

Please plan to attend a summer orientation meeting this week so you don’t miss out on important info on bus stops, excursions, and what to pack. Students are encouraged to attend this meeting as it is their first chance to meet some of their fabulous counselors! Please bring all remaining forms and payments with you.
Tuesday, June 18, 7:00 pm, Building D
Saturday, June 22, 10:00 a.m., Building A

Both meetings are at the Orange County Dept. of Education, 200 Kalmus Dr., Costa Mesa



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Can't make it to one of these meetings? Please e-mail us or call (714) 876-2336 to make other arrangements.