Summer Camp 2023

Augustine is an entomologist (bug scientist) by training, who earned a BA from the University of Georgia and a is naturalist at heart. In 2021 they received a Urban Naturalist certification from Georgia Institute of Technology. They love nothing more than teaching others about how interesting insects can be! Augustine has over 5 years of experience in entomology and ecology educational outreach with K-12 students.

They are currently helping our local community to create a neighborhood food garden in Tucson utilizing the principle of regenerative agriculture and urban gardening. Not to mention also teaching seasonal entomology and biology focused courses for high school students and K-12 teachers at the Tucson Botanical Gardens. They grew up in the humid old-growth forests surrounding Atlanta, Georgia, and have been learning all about the beautiful flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert since moving to Tucson. You can find Augustine gardening, hiking up in the mountains, and taking care of their many buggy pets.

Tasha Burr earned a BA in Elementary Education from the University of Alaska Anchorage in 2015. She has had the pleasure of working with elementary school age children for over two decades! To say it is her passion would be an understatement.

She’s been in the classroom as a teacher, led youth groups for summer retreats as a counselor, and has been a ‘team mom’ for her children's sports groups. Currently, Tasha directs an after school acting program. She believes children have a natural desire to learn and build when given the opportunity and direction to do so. Her aspiration is to help children reach their potential and instill confidence by focusing on their strengths and setting achievable goals.

As a member of TMS (Tucson Miniature Society) and Miniature Club Casita, Tasha utilizes an array of skills which aid her in being a resourceful and well-rounded teacher. She’s cultivated a lifelong love for crafting and tinkering. We’re excited for her to be one of our instructors and hope that you’ll join us to create something wonderful! 

Tiger has her MFA in sculpture from California College of the Arts in San Francisco, sat in on an entire MFA program in Interactive Media from University of Southern California in Los Angeles and received her BS in Printmaking, Drawing and Painting from Portland State University. Earlier in her college career she simultaneously earned three degrees in Engineering Technology: Civil, Mechanical and Architectural, where she honed her interests in inventing, construction, mathematics, practical sciences, and also minored in both theater and environmental studies.

Her interest in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, combined with an artistic flair and mastery of a litany of different crafts has given her a unique skill set, and has led to exciting endeavors. She has worked on many Stop Motion projects in various cities, designing sets, props, costumes, armatures, rigging systems, puppets, costumes, storyboards and whatever else was needed to get the job done. Tiger has also had her hand in voice acting, singing, animating, producing and directing. Most notably, she was part of the hard-working team that created Charlie Kaufman’s Academy Award-nominated, Anomalisa!

Tiger loves to learn and enjoys passing her skills and passions on to others. She started teaching regularly in Portland, after attending a painting class where the teacher spontaneously asked her if she wanted a job. She has been actively teaching art to people of all ages ever since, and is incredibly excited to present this very special and one-of-a-kind STEAM curriculum to young aspiring miniaturists.

You can register for summer camp online using the button below, by phone at 520-881-0606 or in person at the museum.

Guardian(s) will be required to complete The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures camp registration documents in full including a waiver of liability related to the COVID-19 pandemic.  These documents will be emailed in advance to the email address listed in this registration and will also be available to be completed on the first day of camp.  All forms must be fully completed to participate.

The museum reserves the right to refuse service to those who do not comply with our policies. By visiting The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures and/or participating in TMTM programs, you agree to abide by our policies and procedures and voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

All materials and supplies to complete each project will be provided.  Note that these camps can be take multiple times or repeated if desired.  This is an in-person program taking place at The Mini Time Machine Museum’s facility rather than an online or remote class. 

PLEASE NOTE, YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED REGISTERED UNTIL PAYMENT HAS BEEN MADE IN FULL.

Questions?

Contact Director of Education Djamila Jean-Charles at 520-881-0606 ext. 105 or by email djamilajc@theminitimemachine.org 

A REFUND OF PAID TUITION CAN BE ISSUED IN THE EVENT OF A CANCELLATION IF IT MEETS OUR REFUND POLICY REQUIREMENT. THE CANCELLATION MUST BE RECEIVED 10 OR MORE BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF CAMP. THE MUSEUM WILL WITHHOLD A $25 REGISTRATION PROCESSING FEE PER PARTICIPANT.

THE MINI TIME MACHINE MUSEUM CANNOT OFFER REFUNDS FOR INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS MISSED AS A RESULT OF STUDENT ILLNESS, EMERGENCIES OR OTHER EVENTS BEYOND OUR CONTROL.

*Please provide as much notice as possible if you are requesting a refund. Refunds cannot be processed after the start of camp except in extreme circumstances as supplies have already been purchased.  

Scholarships based on financial need are available. The museum offers two scholarships per camp session on a first-come, first-serve basis. To qualify, you must prove need based on the 2023 Federal Poverty Guidelines (https://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty-guidelines).  Applicants must fall at or under the 250% range based on household size and income and prove need with qualifying documents: current, personal tax return or a letter showing active benefits from WIC, EIC, AHCCCS or other government assistance.

Any questions or concerns regarding scholarships, please contact Director of Education Djamila Jean-Charles at 520-881-0606 ext. 105 or by email djamilajc@theminitimemachine.org

Masks are recommended but not required for all persons in the museum over the age of two. Campers and caregivers are welcome to wear face mask if they wish. This policy is subject to change based on guidance from the Pima County Health Department and recommendations from the CDC. By visiting The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures, you agree to abide by our policies and procedures and voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

Before attending camp sessions, participant guardians or caregivers should make sure their child/children do not have a sore throat or other signs of illness, like a cough, diarrhea, severe headache, vomiting, or body aches. Children with a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher should not attend this program. 

Please send appropriate snacks labeled with your child’s name along with a bottle of water. Note that children may become messy during some camp activities; participants should dress in comfortable clothing appropriate for play.

Items not directly related to camp activities or at risk of loss or theft should be left at home (i.e., toys, cell phones, personal music players, games, cards, etc.). The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen personal items; however, any found items will be kept in the lost/found at the admission desk.

The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures may use trained and screened volunteers as a supplement to our regular camp staff to assist with projects or activities. Volunteers will not have unsupervised access to minors at any time during camp sessions.

Your donation can help provide a scholarship to a child who wouldn't otherwise be able to experience these enriching programs.

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