The Second Wave Program is Coming!

The Wave Thanks Verizon for Gizmos!

The Wave Program would like to thank Verizon for providing two gizmo watches provided to one boy and one girl camper in a special drawing that was held duing the three-week summer camp. Below are the winners and quotes from their parents.

Bella Blackmon shows off her Verizon GizmoThank you for such a wonderful program, Bella absolutely loved going to camp everyday! As for the Gizmo, we were looking into getting Bella a phone this upcoming school year but were extremely hesitant due to the fact that she's only 10 and didn't want to open the door to internet and social media access. The Gizmo is definitely the best alternative to a phone. Having the Gizmo has given Bella a sense of independence, being able to walk to and from camp on her own each day and allowing myself to have the security of calling her and even locating her by the GPS app on my phone. I have been recommending this watch to all my friends as well. Thank you for this great opportunity!
L. Blackmon

Nathaniel Wade proudly displays his Gizmo provided by VerizonThis was a great opportunity for the kids of our community. We have heard great responses from every one we know that attended. The Gizmo worked great. It is a simple yet effective way to communicate with your child if they do not have a phone, and a nice alternative even if they do have a phone. Nathaniel mentioned that it would be nice if the time could be displayed continuously. You have to push a button for it to tell you the time out loud. This would not be good in class, but other than that he loved it. Thanks for the opportunity to demo it. Yes, you can post the photo. Thank you for bringing the Wave program to Pacific Grove. It’s people like you that help make our town what it is, great! We hope it continues for many years to come.
J. & C. Wade

The Wave Program's Final Day: Fun, Music and Hotdogs 

The three-week camp - "thewaveprogam" - came to an end on Friday, July 28 with hotdogs (provided by Charley Higuera and Grove Market” Thanks Charley!), a local band "Tom Faia and the Juice" and specal events. All who came had a great time! Looking forward to seeing you back next summer!
The awesome campers get some LA Chargers gear on the WAVE's last day.



Linda Williams, Principal of Robert Down, Roberto Dixon (Physical Ed teacher at Robert Down) and Michelle Williams deliver hot dogs to thewaveprogram kids on the last day of camp.Wave kids and student teachers enjoy 'Tom Faia and the Juice" a local band playing at thewaveprogram celebration, They were AWESOME!!

Making Friends at the Wave Program!

Lillian, of Robert Down School and Emma, who attends Forest Grove School, became fast friends at during the three-week summer camp "thewaveprogram." The three-week camp - "thewaveprogam" - is a great place for campers from other schools in the Pacific Grove community to become fast friends. This experience has allowed the staff at Pacific Grove High School (PGHS) and the youth to interact providing motivation and an introduction to the sports and classes theiy will encounter in the future.

Major League Baseball Partners UP with The Wave!

PGHS baseball player Colby Burnell and Wave camper Oliver OttmarMajor League Baseball (MLB) has stepped up to the plate to partner with “thewaveprogram”. Colby Burnell (at right), a Pacific Grove High School (PGHS) baseball player sports a a Charlie Blackmon Colorado Rockies T-Shirt. The Rockies along with the Atlanta Braves and San Francisco Giants are the first three professional sports teams to partner with "thewaveprogram." 

A Special Thanks To:

Farrah Magee - Colorado Rockies; Dave Fahrney - Rawlings
Brian Crookham - Colorado Rapids and Major League Soccer
Frank Snowden - Under Armour and CLIF Bar
Jim Hemphill - Atlanta Braves; Tom George - KMS
India Hoffman - United States Tennis Association
Peter Burwash - Peter Burwash International
Tom Faia and the Juice - provided music on last day of camp
Micheal & Helen Spanos: The L.A. Chargers
Dr. Brian Kim, Chess; Jennifer Yan, Yoga
Charley Higher and Grove Market
The Entire Staff - Monterey Verizon Del Monte Shopping Center

These individuals listed below also deserve a special thanks for taking time to volunteer with the head coach and helping campers in the sports listed below More to come on the Thank You's!

Baseball
Gil Ruiz: Coach
Trevor Heyn; Colby Burnell; Chianti Carter; Dylan Graham; Kevhan Ebron; River Watts; Hunter Hanes

Lacrosse
Schuyler Horn: Coach
Josue Sanchez; John Kerrick; Parker Macanally; Blake Moore

Soccer
Brian O'Donnell: Coach
Linsey Llantero; Sean O’Donnell; Sarah Grandalski

Softball
Sal Lucido: Coach
Lauren Coppla; Jasmine Malone; Rachel Consiglio; Hannah Lopez; Diana Hughes; Danielle Pasquariello; Alana Henden; Parker Llantero; Vada Courtney

Swimming
Mark Temple: Coach
Ashley Wachtell; Jocelyn Trejo; Christine Bottaro; Sierra Burton; Caroline Kieth; Megan Kou

Tennis
Kathy Buller: Coach
Gabby Giraldo; Michaela Keller; Sofia Moore; Natalie Von Giese; Tanya Von Giese

Track & Field
Steve Watkins: Coach
Kulaea Tulua; Taylor Biondi; Jacob Zeidberg; Jada War

Volleyball
Molly Kennedy: Coach
Mary Grebing; Megan Grebing; Jacquiline Cox; Ashley Bilyeu; Rhapsody Shaoul; Tristin Sahlie; Kulea Tulau

Wrestling
Travis Selfridge: Coach
Fernando Roman; Trystan McAtee; Luis Jeronimo; Julius Guterriez; Evan Gutfeld

Art Class
Matt Kelly: Teacher
Ashley Hartwell; Maddie Kiely; Mel Erickson; Tristan Masterson; Nicolle Leon; Lily Montori

Dance
Tatum May: Coach
Selene Talbot; Katrina Kitayama; Sophia Levy; Shira Kershner  Kinza Pervaiz

WHAT IS THE WAVE PROGRAM?

The WAVE program is a three week summer day camp for girls and boys, ages 10,11, and 12. This program hopes to spark interest in team sports, individual sports, and the arts electives offered at Pacific Grove High School, "The Breakers." The WAVE program's daily emphasis will be to provide an active, healthy and positive camp experience.

The Wave Program is coming back in July 2018

The WAVE experience will include:

● Instruction in fundamentals, and athletic skills - Playing lead up games and instilling fun competition in sports.

● Introduction to the arts in dance, art classes, and music.

● Fitness, health, and nutrition.

● Swim Lessons.

The WAVE program is committed to developing respect for self and others, the importance of following the rules, loyalty, and sportsmanship. We also hope to instill an appreciation of a strong work ethic. Because the WAVE program believes a strong work ethic lays the foundation for success, these ideals are just a few intangible values that are emphasized in The WAVE. The WAVE program is a character building experience and our staff is committed to helping build our youth into outstanding young citizens!

Darryl Smith
Executive Director

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