Location: the kartrite resort & indoor waterpark
overview
- Lodging for 8 days during Thanksgiving Holiday November 19-27, 2023
- 3 healthy hot meals, healthy snacks, and beverages for all students every day
- Meeting room for daily meals, programs, meetings, classes and evening entertainment
- Innovative Bold Idea World Problem Projects | SAT/TOEFL Prep Courses | LAW | Social Learning
- Daily Access to Indoor Water Park | Climbing Wall, Ropes Course, Laser Tag, Virtual Reality, etc.
- A Staff of Certified Teachers. Administrators, and Safety Certified Life Guards
- Award winning Aquatic Safety waterpark with staff certified in First Aid & CPR
join us at our 2023 thanksgiving holiday bold idea retreat
For english: CONTACT DR. B. DARLENE SPURLOCK | for chinese: CONTACT ALINA nA yU
Our Bold Idea Retreat will be an unforgettable holiday retreat filled with indoor water park fun, innovative project-based learning, modern lodging, and delicious healthy meals all under the supervision of highly qualified educators.
For Applicants who speak English contact:
Dr. Spurlock by phone 859.779.9902 or email info@myamericanmentor.com
For Applicants who speak Chinese or Mandarin contact:
Ms. Alina Na Yu by phone 917.963.6609 or email alina.americanmentor@gmail.com
tropical indoor waterpark fun & exciting indoor adventures
ultra modern kartrite resort & indoor waterpark in the breathtaking catskill mountains
The Kartrite Water Park Resort is the largest indoor water park in the state of New York. For a full tour visit The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark
exciting waterpark fun indoors
Imagine you are in a tropical oasis in a balmy 84 degree water wonderland.
The Kartrite Resort and My American Mentor offer to our students:
· INDOOR Swimming Pool | Water Slides & Rides | Wave Rider
· Tropical Vegetation Lazy River Ride & Island
· 100 Water Adventures & Water Dump Bucket
· Water Sports Courts & Relaxing Lagoon
the kartrite resort offers more than water fun
The Kartrite Resort and My American Mentor offer adventures to our
students such as:
· Climbing Wall | Ropes Course | Laser Tag
· Virtual Reality | 4D Theatre |Mini Bowling | Escape Room
Weather Permitting Outdoor Activities:
Tennis Courts | Basketball | Catskill Mountain Themed Adventure
fresh healthy meals, beverages, and snacks
breakfast buffets
Our students will start each day off with healthy nutrition from The Kartrite's breakfast buffet or a continental breakfast.
lunch at surfside cafe
Lunch of Student Choice at the Indoor Waterpark Surfside Cafe.
We will also provide a Pizza Party as a treat one day.
Themed dinner buffets
Each night dinner will be a different cultural themed buffets such as: American, Thanksgiving, Italian, and Chinese. The Chinese buffet will consist of: Lomein, Beef & Broccoli, Stir Fry Veggies and Sesame Chicken
healthy snacks and fresh water
My American Mentor and The Kartrite will provide fresh fruits, healthy snacks, and cold water.
bold idea retreat directors
PRESIDENT| administrator | CAMP CO-FOUNDER
B.S. | MA Ed (EKU) | MA Ed. (UC) | Ed.D.
She has over 30 years of experience educating students in grades K-12, and leading K-12 teachers who are college undergraduates, and graduate students.
- · University Professor in Teacher Prep Program
- · Action Research for School Administrators Instruction
- · Retired School Principal
- · Experienced Science, Math, & Technology Teacher
- · Gr. 6-12 Teacher Instructional Coach
- · Experienced Research Analyst for State Ed Office
- · Harvard Strategic Data Project Fellow (1stYr)
- · Freelance Web Developer Associate
- · Former Zipline Canopy Tour Course Manager
- · Experienced High School Swim Team Coach
OWNER | CEO |DIRECTOR | CAMP CO-FOUNDER
B.A. | M.A.
Alina Na Yu is an innovative educational leader that provides high quality preparation for international students whose goal is to attend secondary schools and universities in U.S.A. She hires only the best U.S. educators and administrators.
- · Serves 200+ International Students
- · 5 Years Successful Experience
- · 50+ U.S. Certified Teachers
- · Prepares International Students for Education in U.S.
- · Directs Bold Idea Retreats for International Student
- · Experienced CEO of 2 Flourishing Corporations
our distinguished educators
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
Professor James M. Ingoglia
B.A. | JURIS DOCTOR
Professor Ingoglia is a highly accomplished high school English composition, economics, government & ESL instructor. His legal accomplishments have made him a highly qualified instructor for both high school and university students.
- · SAT Preparation Instruction
- · Chemistry & Biology In
Professor James M. Ingoglia
B.A. | JURIS DOCTOR
Professor Ingoglia is a highly accomplished high school English composition, economics, government & ESL instructor. His legal accomplishments have made him a highly qualified instructor for both high school and university students.
- · SAT Preparation Instruction
- · Chemistry & Biology Instruction
- · English Literature & Composition Instruction
- · Economics & Government Instruction
- · Mock Trial Team Coach
- · Cross Country/Track Coach
- · Litigation Attorney & Counsel
- University Paralegal Instruction
instructor
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
Professor Winston Waldron
B.A. | M.A. | M.B.
Professor Waldron is a twice-honored “Teacher of the Year”. He engages his students with research skills, scientific methodology, and critical thinking skills. His expertise and experience lie in:
- · University BioChemistry
- · University Physics & Chemistry Instruction
- · Regents Chemistry Instr
Professor Winston Waldron
B.A. | M.A. | M.B.
Professor Waldron is a twice-honored “Teacher of the Year”. He engages his students with research skills, scientific methodology, and critical thinking skills. His expertise and experience lie in:
- · University BioChemistry
- · University Physics & Chemistry Instruction
- · Regents Chemistry Instruction
- · Regents Earth Science Instruction
- · Regents Biology Instruction
- · Collegiate Track
- Database Administration
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
Professor George Timko
B.A. | M.S. | M.F.A.
Professor Timko is a university English instructor with expertise in both developmental and advanced English. He uses an inquiry-driven approach to writing and research, teaching rhetorical analysis and argumentation. His expertise and experience lie in:
- · English Literature
- · Creative Writing
- · De
Professor George Timko
B.A. | M.S. | M.F.A.
Professor Timko is a university English instructor with expertise in both developmental and advanced English. He uses an inquiry-driven approach to writing and research, teaching rhetorical analysis and argumentation. His expertise and experience lie in:
- · English Literature
- · Creative Writing
- · Developmental Reading and Writing
- · English Composition
- · Advanced English Comp & Research Skills
- · Teaching & Learning Technology
- Information Technology Analysis
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
Professor Joel Rojas
B.A. | M.A. (WPU) | M.A. (NSUFL)
Professor Rojas is an educational professional with an unwavering commitment to fostering academic excellence. He has proven success on both scholarly and standardized college readiness assessment fronts. Recognized for expertise in:
- · English literature
- · SAT Preparation,
- · English Lit
Professor Joel Rojas
B.A. | M.A. (WPU) | M.A. (NSUFL)
Professor Rojas is an educational professional with an unwavering commitment to fostering academic excellence. He has proven success on both scholarly and standardized college readiness assessment fronts. Recognized for expertise in:
- · English literature
- · SAT Preparation,
- · English Literature
- · College preparation
- · SAT Instruction
- Teaching career spanning two decades
lodging & learning
GIANT KING BED & BUNK SUITES
GIANT KING BED & BUNK SUITES
GIANT KING BED & BUNK SUITES
- ·HD Television | Hairdryer | Iron & Ironing Board
- · Bluetooth Alarm Clock & Docking Station
- Mini Refrigerator, Microwave & Coffee Maker
GIANT KING BED & BUNK SUITES
GIANT KING BED & BUNK SUITES
Family style lodging so students have support from each other.
bunk beds
GIANT KING BED & BUNK SUITES
unrivaled learning experiences
Modern Clean Rooms with Queen Beds Plush Pillowtop Mattresses & Luxury Bedding
In addition to a king bed and queen sofa bed, there are 4 bunk beds in each suite.
unrivaled learning experiences
unrivaled learning experiences
unrivaled learning experiences
- Morning Meeting
- Family Style Meals
- Evening Whole Group Mtg
- Social Emotional Learning Mini-lessons
- SAT /TOEFL Test Preparation
- BOLD IDEA PROJECTS: Science/ Technology, Law, Debate, and Research
daily schedule
unrivaled learning experiences
daily schedule
- 8:00 Breakfast
- 9:00-9:30 Social Learning
- 10:00 – 12:00 Class
- 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch
- 2:00 – 4:00 Class
- 4:00 – 7:00 Free Time
- 7:00-8:00 Dinner
- 8:00–10:00 Free Time
- Movies & Entertainment
- 10:00 Prep for Bedtime
- 11:00 Bedtime
curriculum & instruction
Additional Information
DAILY SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING MINI-LESSONS (DR. SPURLOCK)
Our scholars will participate in daily activities to strengthen their social emotional skills for navigating our rapidly changing world in school, sports, home and workplace.
We will delve into the concept of improving our living spaces in the realms of: (1) Community, (2) Active Listening, (3) Respect, (4) Regulating Emotions, (5) Empathy, (6) Communication,
(7) Integrity, (8) Mindfulness, (9) Goals, and (10) Resilience. There will be dedicated lessons as well as integrated lessons in the group project work.
SAT | TOEFL | REGENTS TEST PREP SESSIONS (PROFESSOR ROJAS)
Our incredibly accomplished professors will offer college readiness preparation for both SAT and TOEFL sessions. While the high school students are engaged in college readiness test
preparation, the middle school students will be participating in general study skills and Regents assessments test taking skills.
DAILY LESSONS IN YOUR RIGHTS AND OTHER LEGAL MATTERS (PROF. INGOGLIA)
Fourth Amendment (Right to be Free from Unreasonable Searches), Miranda Warnings (Rights once Detained by Police), Navigating DHS Contacts, Resources for
Obtaining Pro Bono Counsel/Lawyers, Managing Your Immigration/Travel Papers, Your Rights as a Minor, and Consulting Your Consulate
INNOVATIVE BOLD IDEA RESEARCH PROJECTS:
SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY (PROF. WALDRON)
RESEARCH (PROF. TIMKO)
Scholars will spend most of their academic time involved in an innovative world problem solving research project. Our advanced science, English, and research professors will lead
our scholars in the skills of formulation of original ideas, identifying world problems, identifying/synthesizing credible articles, books, research journal articles, and other reference
materials to establish background knowledge. Next student teams will form hypotheses, use quantitative/qualitative data analysis, create data illustrations, formulate conclusions and recommendations on how to innovatively solve the problem. Additionally, scholars will read and listen critically and analytically, write clearly and coherently in varied academic
formats to communicate persuasively across a variety of contexts, purposes, audiences, and media. Scholars will use online databases, credible news articles, data analysis
software, word processing tools, and multimedia presentation tools and tools that employ the conventions of ethical attribution and citation.
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transportation
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transportation
Students will be picked up and delivered back to their respective schools in NY, NJ, PA, MA, and VT.
If students live in other states, we will try to work with you to transport students to and from the closest airport. We will email with details.
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transportation
CALL OR EMAIL TODAY TO RECEIVE YOUR APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION INTO THIS SPECIAL RETREAT. RESERVATIONS ARE LIMITED SO CALL OR EMAIL TODAY!
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STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BRING: Students will need to bring enough comfortable clothes for 8 days and nights, swim wear, flip flops, beach towel and closed toe athletic shoes. Most student clothing and shoes will need to be comfortable enough for indoor sports, climbing, and for occasional outdoor activity (weather permitting). For classes and projects, students will need to bring their laptop, writing utensils and notebook.