2020 Summer Cool Brochure

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SUMMER COOL 140+ CAMPS FOR GIRLS IN RISING GRADES 1-9

D I V I N E S AV I O R H O LY A N G E L S H I G H S C H O O L

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SUMMER 2020

For girls in rising grades 1-9!

THERE IS SOMETHING FOR E V E R Y G I R L at DSHA Summer Cool Whether you prefer to spend your summer on the soccer field or with your nose in a book – or a little of both! – DSHA has you covered this summer with 140+ camps created and designed with girls in mind.

Athletics

STEM

Drama

Study Skills

Faith

Visual Arts

Leadership

Wellness

Music

Writing

Reading

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(414.721.2903)

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S 3

Build a customizable camp experience that works for you!

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Important dates

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Daily schedule

9 - 14

Camp schedules by week

15 - 18

Camps for rising grades 1-3

19 - 24

Camps for rising grades 4-6

25 - 30

Camps for rising grades 7-8

31 - 32

Camps for rising high school freshmen

33 - 36

Athletic camps

37 - 38

DSHA Community Theatre Works presents Matilda the Musical

39 - 40

Registration & important camp info

41 - 42

Parents –– learn more about DSHA!

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C R E AT E Y O U R

best summer yet!

B U I L D A C U S T O M I Z A B L E S C H E D U L E T H AT WORKS FOR YOU. IT’S AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3!

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CHOOSE YOUR WEEKS. Camp schedules by week can be found on pages 9-14.

Community Theatre Works schedule can be found on pages 37-38.

Choose individual camp sessions; an entire week of camp; or come for the whole summer.

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CHOOSE CAMPS BY GRADE LEVEL. Camp descriptions are organized by grade level on pages 15-32.

Community Theatre Works is available for both girls and boys in rising grades 5+.

Athletic camps for all grades can be found on pages 33-36.

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CHOOSE CAMPS BY AREAS OF INTEREST. Look for category icons next to the camp descriptions to find camps that suit your interest.

IMPOR Similar camps offered during multiple weeks will be different each week. For example, the Canvas Creations offered during the red and blue weeks will create differ- ent projects – sign up for one or all!

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NEED HELP BUILDING A CAMP SCHEDULE THAT WORKS FOR YOUR FAMILY?

We’d love to hear from you.

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Contact Community Relations Officer Norma Herbers, at HerbersN@dsha.info or 414.721.7975.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Important Dates

FEBRUARY 14

MARCH 15

MAY 15

JUNE 1

Online registration begins at dsha.info/summer.

Last day to save 20%!

Last day to register for all camps and ensure your desired t-shirt size.**

Last day to register for Community Theatre Works’ production of Matilda the Musical!

Register by March 15 to

S A V E 2 0 %* on Summer Cool!

*Discount does not apply to Community Theatre Works.

**Camps with low enrollment may be cancelled after May 15; you will have the option to enroll in an alternate camp.

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D A I LY

Sc hedule

8:30 - 8:45 a.m. | Drop-off – all campers report to the Commons

8:45 - 9 a.m. | All-camp daily huddle

9 - 11 a.m. | Camp Session 1

11 - 11:30 a.m. | Lunch – all-camper lunch in the Commons

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Camp Session 2

1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Outdoor recess

2-4 p.m. | Camp Session 3

4 p.m. | Campers dismissed from the Commons;

must be picked up by 4:15 p.m.

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Ca mp Sc h e dules : SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

STEAM Candy p. 18

Games Galore p. 16

The Wacky World of Dr. Seuss p. 18

Saints Alive! p. 17

Fairy Tales p. 16

Bloom for Girls/GraceGirls p. 19

Canvas Creations p. 20

STEAM Candy p. 23

Vocal Music p. 23

Creative Writing p. 20

Mingle and Meditate p. 22

Bloom for Girls/GraceGirls p. 25

UnPlug p. 29

GRADES 1-3 GRADES 4-6 GRADES 7-8 INCOMING FRESHMAN ATHLETICS CTW

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Canvas Creations p. 15

Fiction Writers Workshop p. 27 Canvas Creations p. 25

STEAM Candy p. 29

Handbells p. 27

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LUNCH

WEEK OF JUNE 15-19

DSHA Application Workshop: 6/18 only 8th Graders Only 3-4:30 p.m.; p. 26

Gearing up for Algebra p. 27

Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School without Spending All your Time Studying (M-TH) p. 32

Basketball, p. 33: Gr. K4-3 | 9 - 10 a.m. / Gr. 4-6 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. / Gr. 7-9 | 1-3 p.m.

Field Hockey, p. 33: Gr. 5-8 | (M-TH) 8 - 10 a.m. / Gr. 9 | (M-TH) 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cross Country, p. 33: Gr. 4-9 | (M&W) 9 - 11 a.m. (Week 1 of 2) Fitness & Performance, p. 34: Gr. 7-9 | (M&W) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Week 1 of 6)

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Rehearsal for Matilda the Musical Gr. 5-12 | (Week 1 of 4) p. 37

WEEK OF JUNE 22-26 LUNCH

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

Pinspiration p. 17

The Delicious Art of Decorating p. 15

Parts of a Whole p. 17

Plays and Playwriting p. 17

Blast into Summer! p. 15

Pets and Their Care p. 17

Fraction Fun p. 21

Pinspiration p. 22

Blast into Summer! p. 19

Plays and Playwriting p. 22

GRADES 4-6

GRADES 1-3

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

The Delicious Art of Decorating p. 20

Dance Camp p. 20 Pinspiration p. 28

GRADES 7-8

Fabric Fun p. 26

INCOMING FRESHMAN

Vocal Music p. 30

Math Olympics p. 27

Writing for the Stage p. 30 DSHA Application Workshop: 6/24 only 8th Graders Only 2:30-4 p.m.; p. 26

Dance Camp p. 26

Leadership Boot Camp One day camp on Tuesday, June 23 | 12-6 p.m. p. 32

CTW

ATHLETICS

Volleyball | All Skills, p. 35: Gr. 5-6 | (M-TH) 9 - 11 a.m. / Gr. 7-8 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Cross Country, p. 33: Gr. 4-9 | (M&W) 9 - 11 a.m. (Week 2 of 2) Golf (off-site), p. 34: Gr. 6-9 | (M) 1 - 3 p.m. (Week 1 of 3) Tennis (off-site), p. 35: Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Fitness & Performance, p. 34: Gr. 7-9 | (M&W) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Week 2 of 6)

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Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 1-8 | (TH only) 5:30 - 7 p.m.

(Week 1 of 5) p. 17, 22, 28

Rehearsal for Matilda the Musical Gr. 5-12 | (Week 2 of 4) p. 37 10

Ca mp Sc h e dules :

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

Science and Math of Cooking p. 17

Vision Boards p. 18

Fast Facts p. 16

Games Galore p. 16

The Wacky World of Dr. Seuss p. 18

Wisconsin and the Other 49 p. 18

Math Olympics p. 22

Science and Math of Cooking p. 22

Vision Boards p. 23

Acting Workshop p. 19

Writing Workshop: Oh, the Places You’ll Go! p. 23

Harry Potter p. 22

Vision Boards p. 29

Harry Potter p. 27

Acting Workshop p. 25

Blast into Summer! p. 25

Science and Math of Cooking p. 28 DSHA Application Workshop: 7/7 only 8th Graders Only 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.; p. 26 Creative Writing p. 26

CTW

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMAN

GRADES 7-8

GRADES 1-3

LUNCH

GRADES 4-6

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

WEEK OF JUlY 6-10

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Volleyball | All Skills, p. 35: Gr. 7-8 | (M-TH) 9 - 11:30 a.m.

Volleyball | Advanced Skills, p. 35: Gr. 9 | (M-TH) 12 - 2:30 p.m.

Golf (off-site), p. 34: Gr. 6-9 | (M) 1 - 3 p.m. (Week 3 of 3) Fitness & Performance, p. 34: Gr. 7-9 | (M&W) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Week 3 of 6)

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Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 1-8 | (TH only) 5:30 - 7 p.m.

(Week 2 of 5) p. 17, 22, 28

Rehearsal for Matilda the Musical Gr. 5-12 | (Week 3 of 4) p. 37

W E E K O F J U LY 1 3 - 1 7 SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

STEAM Candy p. 18

Girl Power: Fictional Heroines p. 16

Gooey Science p. 16

Fabric Fun p. 15

Escape Room p. 15

Parts of a Whole p. 17

Gooey Science p. 21

STEAM Candy p. 23

Escape Room p. 20

Girl Power: Literary Heroines p. 21

Faith, Service & Leadership p. 20

Fabric Fun p. 21

Escape Room p. 26

Faith, Service & Leadership p. 26

STEAM Candy p. 29

Study Strategies: Math p. 29

Fabric Fun p. 26

Girl Power: Women in STEM p. 27

CTW

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMAN

GRADES 7-8

GRADES 1-3

LUNCH

GRADES 4-6

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

Softball, p. 34: Gr. 4-6 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. / Gr. 7-9 | 1:30 - 4 p.m.

Rugby, p. 34: Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH) 8:30 - 11 a.m.

Fitness & Performance, p. 34: Gr. 7-9 | (M&W) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Week 4 of 6)

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Strike for Matilda the Musical Gr. 5-12 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Week 4 of 4) p. 37

Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 1-8 | (TH ONLY) 5:30 - 7 p.m.

(Week 3 of 5) p. 17, 22, 28

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Ca mp Sc h e dules :

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

GRADES 1-3

LUNCH

Cooks and Books p. 15

Canvas Creations p. 15

Anatomy ABC’s p. 15

Vision Boards p. 18

Fast Facts p. 16

Fairy Tales p. 16

GRADES 4-6

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

WEEK OF JUlY 20-24

Geo Jouneys p. 21

Cooks and Books p. 20

Movie Making p. 22

Vision Boards p. 23

GRADES 7-8

Canvas Creations p. 25

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMAN

Mock Trial p. 28

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Canvas Creations p. 20

Successful Study Skills p. 23

Movie Making p. 28

Cooks and Books p. 25

Successful Study Skills p. 29

Vision Boards p. 29

Camp Dasher (M-TH) 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. p. 32

Lacrosse, p. 34: Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Volleyball Tune-Up, p. 36: Gr. 9 | (M&W) 9 - 11 a. m. (Week 1 of 2) Fitness & Performance, p. 34: Gr. 7-9 | (M&W) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Week 5 of 6) Swimming & Diving (off-site), p. 35: Gr. 6-12 | 4 - 6 p.m.

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Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 1-8 | (TH only) 5:30 - 7 p.m.

(Week 4 of 5) p. 17, 22, 28

W E E K O F J U LY 2 7 - 3 1 SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

Art with the Greats p. 15

Science and Math of Cooking p. 17

Wonderful Writers p. 18

Greeting Cards p. 16

Stained Glass and More p. 18

Harry Potter p. 22

Pinspiration p. 22

Art with the Greats p. 19

Girls Who Code p. 21

Science and Math of Cooking p. 22

Workshop for Authors p. 23

The Delicious Art of Decorating p. 26

Harry Potter p. 27

Pinspiration p. 28

Scientific Forensics CSI Dasher Style p. 29

Mingle and Meditate p. 28

Girls Who Code p. 27

GRADES 4-6

GRADES 1-3

Pinspiration p. 17

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMAN

GRADES 7-8

LUNCH

Volleyball Tune-Up, p. 36: Gr. 9 | (M&W) 9 a.m. - 11 p.m. (Week 2 of 2) Soccer, p. 35: Gr. 1-5 | (M-TH) 9 a.m. - 11 a. m. / Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Fitness & Performance, p. 34: Gr. 7-9 | (M&W) 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Week 6 of 6)

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Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 1-8 | (TH only) 5:30 - 7 p.m.

(Week 5 of 5) p. 17, 22, 28

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GRADES 1-3 ANAT O M Y A B C ’ S

C AN VAS C R E AT IONS

Let’s learn about our bones, how they work, and how we can take care of them! We’ll play games that teach the real scientific names of our skeleton parts and figure out what makes us able to walk, talk, eat, sleep, and play.

July 20-24 | 2-4 p.m.

Grab a paintbrush and canvas and start creating! By following the primary example canvas, you can put your own spin on interesting samples to create your own artwork while creating friendships in the process.

June 15-19 | 9-11 a.m. a n d / o r July 20-24 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

| $50

| $75/week

ART WI T H T HE G R E AT S Open the door to the world of artistic expression. Explore the creative side of learning by looking at the works of legendary artists in history. Gain a stronger appreciation of art and the confidence to use those creative skills.

July 27-31 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

BLAST I N T O S UM ME R! Learn to build and decorate your own rocket to be launched at the end of the week! See how boosters work and what America has planned for its new space program. And did you know a DSHA alumna worked on the rover that explored the surface of Mars?!

June 22-26 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75

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C OOK S AN D BOOKS Learn to make easy, tasty, and nutritious snacks while reading and creating fun stories to go along with them! We’ll learn the importance of healthy eating and creatively connect good food with good stories!

July 20-24 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

T H E DE L I C I OUS ART OF DE C ORAT I NG Channel your creativity into a delicious masterpiece! Learn the basics of decorating cupcakes, cookies, and more tasty treats!

Get hands-on experience creating beautiful snacks and desserts and then—let’s eat!

June 22-26 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

ES CAP E R OOM: DAS H ER EDIT ION Escape Rooms are a type of physical adventure game in which a group of people are locked in a room and have to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape the room within a set time limit.

Let’s try it at DSHA! We’ll devise a challenge that will get you to use your detective skills and work as a team to solve the mystery!

July 13-17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

FABR IC FUN Tie dye, puffy paint, and fabric markers, oh my! Each day, you’ll design and decorate a piece of clothing including socks, hats, and more. Creativity and individualism are strongly encouraged, and you will be able to work together to perfect fabulous fashion pieces! A list of required clothing pieces will be provided before camp begins.

July 13-17 | 9-11 a.m. | $75

FAIRY TA LE S Each day we’ll read and discuss a new fairy tale. Then we’ll take on a series of activities including themed scavenger hunts and art projects that will create a magical week for you! Let’s think about how the damsels in distress could have solved their own problem and how others can help! Come learn something new about common fairy tales and really bring them to life!

June 15-19 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 20-14 | 2-4 p.m. | $50/week

G I RL POW E R: F I C T I ON AL H ER OINES

GR EET ING C AR DS AND M OR E

Girls Rule! From Disney princesses to Wonder Woman we can see how girls are portrayed in books and movies and how we can learn courage, leadership, compassion, strength, honesty, and humility from each of them! We’ll talk about how to look at fictional characters and pick out their best traits. Maybe we’ll even create a heroine of our own!

July 13-17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Everyone loves getting mail!

Getting a homemade card is even more special! Let’s create cards for every occasion including birthday greetings, Christmas cards, thank you notes, get well wishes, and more. We’ll take a “field trip” to the Art Gallery here at DSHA and talk to our artist in residence Sr. Karlyn Cauley, SDS., who makes beautiful greeting cards for a living! We’ll also learn how to address envelopes, write a letter, and mail our creations to someone we love!

July 27-31 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

G OOE Y S C I E N C E FAST FA C T S Learn about numbers, geometry, and math history all while improving math skills, speed, and accuracy. Fast Facts is designed to reinforce, enrich, and challenge campers to develop and broaden math skills beyond the typical grade level requirements.

July 6-10 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 20-24 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Let’s have some summer fun with classic experiments—with a twist!

Slime, exploding volcanoes, and more! Come dressed for messy, messy fun!

July 13-17 | 2-4 p.m.

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| $50/week

G AMES G A LO R E Have fun learning new games and playing some you may already know! The games we play will allow you to practice math facts, strengthen your critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, and have fun at the same time. You’ll be ready to impress everyone with your new skills and make new friends along the way!

June 15-19 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 6-10 | 9-11 a.m. | $50/week

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PART S OF A WH OL E

P L AY S AND P L AYWR IT ING

Get a jump start on fractions.

Parts of a Whole takes a unique approach to working with fractions. Campers work in a problem-solving format, while learning a little history, trivia, and fun facts about items such as crayons, paper clips, and toothpaste.

June 22-26 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 13-17 | 2-4 p.m.

Create and act out your very own play. We will learn the skills that go into developing and creating a play, as well as practice acting skills and teamwork. In groups, you will brainstorm, write, direct, and perform your very own show to be presented at the end of the week!

June 22-26 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

| $50/week

S AINT S AL IV E! PE T S AN D T H EIR C AR E M OTHE R D A UG HT ER OUTDO O R Y O G A S ERI E S Girls look to their moms for support, guidance, and love. This yoga series will enhance your unique bond through the sharing of fun, accessible, friendly, partnerpose yoga and active relaxation, followed by open conversation and artistic journaling. Classes will weave in prevalent social issues such as building healthy self-esteem, positive- self talk, and reducing stress. Empowered with information and support, our daughters will feel confident to make healthy decisions as teen years approach and independence beckons. And mothers will feel grateful as they cultivate a safe space for their growing daughter to stay connected and open hearted. No prior yoga experience necessary, just a willingness to be as you are and come together through wellness.!

June 25-July 30 (TH) | 5:30-7 p.m. | $75/mom | $75/ea. daughter

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We LOVE our pets! Here’s a camp where you can learn about furry and feathered friends. Whether you have a pet or wish you did, we can learn about the health benefits of having an animal in your home, why breeds look and behave so differently, and how to keep them happy and healthy!

We can even design our own collars, leashes, and food bowls.!

June 22-26 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

PI N S PI RAT I ON Do you love DIY projects? Come express yourself in this Pinterestinspired class! We’ll create projects from bath bombs to mason jars using imagination and crafting techniques. Get ready to turn everyday household objects into art!

June 22-26 | 9-11 a.m. a n d / o r July 27-31| 9-11 a.m. | $75/week

Our Catholic faith is full of role models to helps us learn and live in God’s beautiful world—they’re called saints. Let’s learn about some of them as we read stories of their lives, learn where and when they lived, and even make some saint-related crafts, like prayer cards and rosaries.

June 15-19 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

S C IENC E AND M AT H OF COOKING How do milk, sugar, and salt turn into ice cream? What does gluten do to bread? How does milkfat affect the taste of cheese?

Explore the science behind these and other popular foods through hands-on “experiments.” After a week of measuring, cooking, and testing, you will leave with delicious recipes, mental math tricks, and plenty of fun food facts to impress your family and friends!

July 6-10 | 9-11 a.m. a n d / o r July 27-31 | 2-4 p.m. | $65/week

STAIN E D G LA S S AND MO R E The rainbows of broken colors and shapes in bright, beautiful stained glass are like puzzles of light. Truly a sight to behold.

With easy and safe techniques, girls can bring that beauty home as they create their own minimasterpieces. We will not only create projects each day, but we will also take a tour to get inspiration from the art glass around the campus of DSHA! Happy crafting!

July 27-31 | 2-4 p.m.

V I S I ON B OARDS — DE S I G N T H E L IFE Y OU L OV E As you prepare for a new school year, envision your plans and goals and devise a plan to achieve them. Learn the importance behind a vision board and spend the week discovering what drives you and inspires you to meet your goals. Create your own beautiful vision board for the upcoming year.

July 6-10 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. a n d / o r July 20-24 | 9-11 a.m. | $65/week

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STEAM C A N D Y A sweet twist on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Spend the week completing STEAM candy-themed activities and experiments. From constructing candy cars and boats to creating your own candy maze, you will collaborate with other scientists and dig deep into understanding STEM concepts with art. Get ready for your sweetest summer yet!

June 15-19 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

a n d / o r July 13-17 | 9-11 a.m. | $75/week

T H E WAC K Y WOR L D OF DR. S E U S S Let’s practice our reading, writing, and rhyming skills using the books of the fabulous Dr. Seuss! We’ll check out foxes in socks, cats in hats and other wild and wacky adventures, all while we practice our reading and rhymes. Meet the fantastic creatures in so many of Dr. Seuss’s books and we’ll even create a fantastic creature of

WIS C ONS IN AND T H E OT H ER 49!

“In our common, objective opinion Wisconsin is the best of the fifty, nifty U-ni-ted States”— so let’s learn about our home state and all the others! We’ll learn interesting facts, where they are, and maybe sample some special foods from those states!

July 6-10 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

WONDER FUL WR IT ER S Looking for a fun and creative opportunity to improve your writing this summer? Come practice different styles of writing, apply effective editing and grammar strategies, and create published pieces with bindings and illustrations. Take your writing skills to the next level – you’re on your way to becoming a published author!

Grab those creative hats for some writing fun!!

July 27-31 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

our own!

June 15-19 | 9-11 a.m. a n d / o r July 6-10 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50/week

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GRADES 4-6 AC TIN G W O R K S HO P

ART W I T H T H E GR EAT S

Do you love to act? Do you love to watch and be in plays? Do you want to improve your speaking skills? Dip your toe into theatre and stretch yourself creatively!

Delve into new acting, improv, and movement skills. At the conclusion of camp, you will perform a short play for your family and friends.

July 6-10 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Open the door to the world of artistic expression. Explore the creative side of learning by emulating legendary artists in history. Gain a stronger appreciation of art and the confidence to use those creative skills.

July 27-31 | 2-4 p.m. | $65

B L AS T I N T O S U M M ER !

Learn to build and decorate your own rocket to be launched at the end of the week! See how boosters work and what America has planned for its new space program. And did you know a DSHA alumna worked on the rover that explored the surface of Mars?!

June 22-26 | 9-11 a.m. | $75

BL OOM FOR GIR L S AND GR AC E GIR L S Alternating between two wellknown programs, Bloom for Girls and GraceGirls, we will build self- esteem, leadership skills, and strong bodies, all while having fun! Get ready for daily self-discovery workshops that will leave you laughing, sharing, and learning from one another with art, discussion, movement, and other creative activities. We will be exploring beauty, power, confidence, strength, exercise, mindfulness, determination, and friendship in dynamic ways that will not only spur your imagination, but also remind you why you’re uniquely amazing.

Stretching our minds and bodies helps us “bloom” & “discover strong is beautiful!”

June 15-19 | 9-11 a.m. | $100

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CANVA S C R E AT I ON S Grab a paintbrush and canvas and start creating! By following the primary example canvas, you can put your own spin on interesting samples to create your own artwork while creating friendships in the process.

June 15-19 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. a n d / o r July 20-24 | 2-4 p.m. | $75/week

COOKS A ND B O O K S Learn to make easy, tasty, and nutritious snacks while reading and creating fun stories to go along with them! We’ll learn the importance of healthy eating and creatively connect good food with good stories!

July 20-24 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

CRE AT I VE W R I T I N G Do you love reading? Want to try your hand at writing your own new favorite book or poem?

Sign up to learn all the basics and tools you’ll need to write anything you want! We will cover everything from creating characters to writing dialogue and describing the setting of your story. No prior knowledge required!

June 15-19 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

DAN C E C AM P FOR J U N I OR DAS HER S

FAIT H , S ERV IC E, AND L EADER S H IP

Join the Dasher Dance Team for a great opportunity to dance, make friends, and have fun! This camp is designed to learn the basics of dance and dance team. Come learn an exciting routine that you will love to perform at an endof-camp showcase. Parents and friends are welcome!

June 22-26 |2-4 p.m. | $50

Service is such an important aspect of being a Dasher! Come and participate in some of the same service projects DSHA students do during the school year — and learn what it takes to create your own service project! Each day we will work together to contribute to a service project grounded in DSHA’s sponsoring order’s Salvatorian mission of sharing the goodness and kindness of Jesus Christ.

July 13-17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

T H E DE L I C I OU S ART OF DE C OR AT I N G

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Channel your creativity into a delicious masterpiece! Learn the basics of decorating cupcakes, cookies, and more tasty treats!

Get hands-on experience creating beautiful snacks and desserts and then—let’s eat!

June 22-26 | 2-4 p.m. | $65

E S C APE R OOM: DAS H E R E DI T I ON Escape Rooms are a type of physical adventure game in which a group of people are locked in a room and have to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape the room within a set time limit.

Let’s try it at DSHA! We’ll devise a challenge that will get you to use your detective skills and work as a team to solve the mystery!

July 13-17 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

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FABRIC F UN

G E O J OU RN E Y S

GIR L S WH O C ODE

Tie dye, puffy paint, and fabric markers, oh my! Each day, you’ll design and decorate a piece of clothing including socks, hats, and more. Creativity and individualism are strongly encouraged, and you will be able to work together to perfect fabulous fashion pieces!

A list of required clothing pieces will be provided before camp begins.

July 13-17|2-4 p.m.

Where can a map take you?

Everywhere! We’ll start with our own map pinpoint and travel across the ocean and back again.

Find out about life and culture in places north, south, east, and west. We’ll map it old school and new school with both foldout maps and technology such as Google Earth. Take a trek around the world with latitude and longitude. We’ll encounter new people and places along the way!

July 20-24 | 9-11 a.m.

Join the mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like. Girls Who Code provides girls with a safe, fun and supportive learning environment. With the support of their peers and role models, girls learn to see themselves as computer scientists.

Through fun and interactive curricula, girls will not only learn about how to positively impact their community through code, but they will also be taught to be brave and resilient. Come learn basic computer science concepts in a fun and creative way.

July 27-31 | 9-11 a.m.

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FRAC T I O N F UN Exploring math has never been so much fun! Prevent the summer slide and keep the brain engaged.

This camp is designed to meet the needs of the camper whether that is getting ahead, filling-in gaps, or just maintaining that hard-earned skill. This hands-on interactive math camp will make fractions fun and interesting with running, music, games, cooking, and more!

Our campers love math and learn math.

June 22-26 |9-11 a.m. | $50

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G I R L POW E R : L I T E RARY H E R OINES Come explore books whose female main characters are leaders, heroes, the champions that save the day, find the cure, or go on an adventure. This camp provides girls with tremendous educational, social, and selfesteem boosting benefits. Through exposure to these amazing Girl Power stories, we are fostering the next generation of girls who will pursue whatever dreams they choose.

July 13-17 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

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GOOEY S C IENC E Let’s have some summer fun with classic experiments—with a twist!

Slime, exploding volcanoes, and more! Come dressed for messy, messy fun!

July 13-17 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

HARRY P O T T E R AT DS H A What if you were accepted to Hogwarts? From receiving your admission letter to having the Sorting Hat choose your house to creating your own wand, you will be able to experience all the magic of Harry Potter, but right here at DSHA! And did you know the adventures of Harry and his friends can have lessons connected to our Catholic faith? Come have fun with Harry, but see how love is the ultimate weapon against evil— sound familiar?!

July 6-10 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 27-31 | 9-11 a.m. | $65/week

MATH O LY M P I C S Compete in the brainiest challenge in Olympic history. Campers learn problem-solving strategies that foster mathematical creativity to stimulate enthusiasm and love for math.

July 6-10 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

MING LE A N D M E DI TAT E Take a break from all the stress in your life and spend a couple hours learning meditation techniques and popular yoga poses. You’ll help yourself create positive friendships and boost self-awareness. It’s been shown that managing stress and your emotions can help achieve success in school—so let’s try it!

June 15-19 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

M OT H E R DAU GH T ER OU T DOOR Y OGA S ER IES Girls look to their moms for support, guidance, and love. This yoga series will enhance your unique bond through the sharing of fun, accessible, friendly, partner-pose yoga and active relaxation, followed by open conversation and artistic journaling. Classes will weave in prevalent social issues such as building healthy selfesteem, positive-self talk, and reducing stress. Empowered with information and support, our daughters will feel confident to make healthy decisions as teen years approach and independence beckons. And mothers will feel grateful as they cultivate a safe space for their growing daughter to stay connected and open hearted. No prior yoga experience necessary, just a willingness to be as you are and come together through wellness.

P INS P IR AT ION Do you love DIY projects? Come express yourself in this Pinterest-inspired class! We’ll create projects from bath bombs to mason jars using imagination and crafting techniques. Get ready to turn everyday household objects into art!

June 22-26 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and/or July 27-31 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75

P L AY S AND P L AYWR IT ING Create and act out your very own play. We will learn the skills that go into developing and creating a play, as well as practice acting skills and teamwork. In groups, you will brainstorm, write, direct, and perform your very own show to be presented at the end of the week!

June 22-26 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

June 25-July 30 (TH) | 5:30-7 p.m. | $75/mom | $75/ea. daughter

M OV I E M AK I N G Campers learn to write, direct, and edit their own short movie in a fun educational atmosphere. Learn the elements of storytelling, editing, and special effects. Turn your summer memories into your own motion picture!

July 20-24 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

T H E S CIENCE AND MAT H OF COOKING How do milk, sugar, and salt turn into ice cream? What does gluten do to bread? How does milkfat affect the taste of cheese? Explore the science behind these and other popular foods through hands-on “experiments.” After a week of measuring, cooking, and testing, you will leave with delicious recipes, mental math tricks, and plenty of fun food facts to impress your family and friends!

July 6-10 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and/or July 27-31 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

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STEAM C A N D Y A sweet twist on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Spend the week completing STEAM candy-themed activities and experiments. From constructing candy cars and boats to creating your own candy maze, you will collaborate with other scientists and dig deep into understanding STEM concepts with art. Get ready for your sweetest summer yet!

June 15-19 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 13-17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75/week

SU CCE S S F UL S T UDY SKILLS You need to study, but you have so much to juggle: classes, sports, family, and friends! We’ll talk about the most effective ways to study and prepare for middle and high school. Learn creative ways to study with methods that work across all subjects and adapt to your individual learning style.

Life can get crazy so be one step ahead and have the right tools to help you succeed!

July 20-24 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

V I S I ON B OARDS— DE S I G N T H E LIFE Y OU L OV E

WR IT ING WOR KS H OP : OH , T H E P L AC ES YOU’L L GO!

As you prepare for a new school year, envision your goals and aspirations and devise a plan to achieve them. Learn the importance behind a vision board and spend the week discovering what drives you and inspires you to meet your goals. Create your own beautiful vision board for the upcoming year.

July 6-10 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 20-24 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

In this course you will improve your descriptive writing skills.

The focus of the week will be writing a descriptive piece about your favorite place. To accomplish this, you will experience effective and engaging minilessons, such as learning about figurative language and sensory details. These concepts will be implemented in your writing as you improve your descriptive writing piece through the stages of the writing process. Get ready to write and have some fun!

July 6-10 | 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

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V OC AL M U S I C CAM P This one-week intensive vocal music camp will help you get to know your voice better by exploring registers, effective breathing techniques, and learning exciting repertoire (you will learn solo songs as well as group numbers). You will also improve your ear by singing in harmony with other campers.

Finally, get more comfortable performing by participating in the concert at the end of the week—friends and family welcome!

June 15-19 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

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WOR KS H OP FOR AUT H OR S If you’re looking for a fun and creative opportunity to improve your writing this summer, this camp is just for you! We will practice different styles of writing, apply effective editing and grammar strategies, and create published pieces with bindings and illustrations. Take your writing skills to the next level — you’re on your way to becoming a published author!

Grab those creative hats for some writing fun!

July 27-31 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

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GRADES 7-8 AC TIN G W O R K S HOP Do you love to act? Do you love to watch and be in plays? Do you want to improve your speaking skills? Dip your toe into theatre and stretch yourself creatively!

Delve into new acting, improv, and movement skills. At the conclusion of camp, you will perform a short play for your family and friends.

July 6-10 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

BLAST I NT O S UM M E R! Learn to build and decorate your own rocket to be launched at the end of the week! See how boosters work and what America has planned for its new space program. And did you know a DSHA alumna worked on the rover that explored the surface of Mars?!

July 6-10 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75

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B L OOM F OR GIR L S AN D G RAC E GIR L S Alternating between two wellknown programs, Bloom for Girls and GraceGirls, we will build self- esteem, leadership skills, and strong bodies, all while having fun! Get ready for daily self-discovery workshops that will leave you laughing, sharing, and learning from one another with art, discussion, movement, and other creative activities. We will be exploring beauty, power, confidence, strength, exercise, mindfulness, determination, and friendship in dynamic ways that will not only spur your imagination but also remind you why you’re uniquely amazing.

Stretching our minds and bodies helps us “bloom” & “discover strong is beautiful!”!

June 15-19 | 9-11 a.m. | $100

CANVAS CR EAT IONS Grab a paintbrush and canvas and start creating! By following the primary example canvas, you can put your own spin on interesting samples to create your own artwork while creating friendships in the process.

June 15-19 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 20-24 | 9-11 a.m. | $75/week

COOKS AND BOOKS Learn to make easy, tasty, and nutritious snacks while reading and creating fun stories to go along with them! We’ll learn the importance of healthy eating and creatively connect good food with good stories!

July 20-24 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

CRE AT I VE W R I T I N G Do you love reading? Want to try your hand at writing your own new favorite book or poem? Sign up to learn all the basics and tools you’ll need to write anything you want! We will cover everything from creating characters to writing dialogue and describing the setting of your story. No prior knowledge required!

July 6-10 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

DANC E C A M P F O R JUNIOR D A S HE R S Join the Dasher Dance Team for a great opportunity to dance, make friends, and have fun! This camp is designed to learn the basics of dance and dance team. Come learn an exciting routine that you will love to perform at an endof-camp showcase. Parents and friends are welcome!

June 22-26 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

DE LIC I O US A RT FOR DE C O R AT I N G Channel your creativity into a delicious masterpiece! Learn the basics of decorating cupcakes, cookies, and more tasty treats!

Get hands-on experience creating beautiful snacks and desserts and then — let’s eat!

DS H A APPL I C AT ION W ORK S H OP ( 8T H G R ADE R S ON LY ) Get a head start on your DSHA admissions application! Join the admissions team for a onesession deep dive into everything you need to complete the process. We’ll go over each step, what you’ll need, and even give you time to get started! At the end of each session, participants will be given a waiver code for the admissions application fee.

You won’t want to miss this chance to reduce stress in the fall of your eighth-grade year!

Only one session needed per student: June 18 | 3-4:30 p.m.

June 24 | 2:30-4 p.m.

July 7 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | $35

E S C APE R OOM: DAS H E R E DI T I ON Escape Rooms are a type of physical adventure game in which a group of people are locked in a room and have to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape the room within a set time limit.

Let’s try it at DSHA! We’ll devise a challenge that will get you to use your detective skills and work as a team to solve the mystery!

July 13-17 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

FABR IC FUN Tie dye, puffy paint, and fabric markers, oh my! Each day, you’ll design and decorate a piece of clothing including socks, hats, and more. Creativity and individualism are strongly encouraged, and you will be able to work together to perfect fabulous fashion pieces! A list of required clothing pieces will be provided before camp begins.

June 22-26 | 9-11 a.m. a n d / o r July 13-17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m | $75/week

FAIT H , S ERV IC E, AND L EADER S H IP Service is such an important aspect of being a Dasher! Come and participate in some of the same service projects DSHA students do during the school year — and learn what it takes to create your own service project!

Each day we will work together to contribute to a service project grounded in DSHA’s sponsoring order’s Salvatorian mission of sharing the goodness and kindness of Jesus Christ.

July 13-17 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

July 27-31 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

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G I R L POW E R : WOMEN IN STEM

FIC TION W R I T E R S WORK S HO P Get ready for a crash course in the fiction writing process. From planning and plotting to revisions and edits, you’ll get the insider’s view to the world of storytelling.

You’ll also have a chance to put your knowledge to work on your own writing and have an opportunity to give feedback on each other’s creations. Start being the best writer you can be!.

June 15-19 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

G E AR I NG UP F O R ALGEB R A !

Enhance your math skills in a fun, relaxed environment. Get a jump start on the new school year.

Develop a basic understanding of algebra concepts. Build models. Practice algebraic thinking and build confidence.

Algebra is right around the corner. Previous knowledge of algebra not necessary.

June 15-19 | 11:30-1:30 p.m. | $50

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The world is full of women making incredible discoveries in science, technology, engineering, math, and more! Let’s talk about who and how they are impacting our society. From physicist Madame Curie to anthropologist Jane Goodall to Kathryn Johnson, one of the “computers” in the early space program, women are making a difference in STEM! One of our own DSHA alumna is studying engineering at MIT and was just named a Rhodes Scholar! Let’s learn their stories and see what it takes to bring Girl Power to life!

July 13-17 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

G I R L S W H O C O DE Join the mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like. Girls Who Code provides girls with a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment. With the support of their peers and role models, girls learn to see themselves as computer scientists.

Through fun and interactive curricula, girls will not only learn about how to positively impact their community through code, but they will also be taught to be brave and resilient. Come work in teams to use coding skills and bravery to solve real world problems they care about.

July 27-31 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

H ANDBEL L S Campers of all abilities are encouraged to attend this fun and unique music camp. This camp provides a great opportunity to activate the creative side of the brain by engaging the senses. In this introduction to the beautiful art of handbell ringing, ringers will create a chorus of sound while learning about the place of handbell ringing in both music and worship arts.

June 15-19 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

H AR RY P OT T ER AT DS H A What if you were accepted to Hogwarts? From receiving your admission letter to having the Sorting Hat choose your house to creating your own wand, you will be able to experience all the magic of Harry Potter, but right here at DSHA! And did you know, the adventures of Harry and his friends can have lessons connected to our Catholic faith? Come have fun with Harry, but see how love is the ultimate weapon against evil— sound familiar?

July 6-10 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and/or July 27-31 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50/week

MAT H OLYMP ICS Compete in the brainiest challenge in Olympic history. Campers learn problem-solving strategies that foster mathematical creativity to stimulate enthusiasm and love for math.

June 22-26 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

MING LE A N D M E DI TAT E Take a break from all the stress in your life and spend a couple hours learning meditation techniques and popular yoga poses. You’ll help yourself create positive friendships and boost self-awareness. It’s been shown that managing stress and your emotions can help achieve success in school — so let’s try it!

July 27-31 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

MOCK T R I A L C A M P Do you love CSI and Law & Order and think a career as a litigator might be for you? This camp introduces students to the law, debate, and public speaking as they prepare for and participate in a simulated trial experience.

Students will work in teams while tackling legal issues, engaging in legal analysis, and learning about different roles and responsibilities in the courtroom. The camp is a fun way to develop critical thinking and oral advocacy skills.

If you participated in this camp last year, feel free to return— the fact pattern will be different, so you can put last year’s skills to work!

July 20-24 | 9 a.m.-11 a.m. | $65

M OT H E R DAU GH T ER OU T DOOR Y OGA S ER IES Girls look to their moms for support, guidance, and love.

This yoga series will enhance your unique bond through the sharing of fun, accessible, friendly, partner-pose yoga and active relaxation, followed by open conversation and artistic journaling. Classes will weave in prevalent social issues such as building healthy selfesteem, positive- self talk, and reducing stress. Empowered with information and support, our daughters will feel confident to make healthy decisions as teen years approach and independence beckons. And mothers will feel grateful as they cultivate a safe space for their growing daughter to stay connected and open hearted. No prior yoga experience necessary, just a willingness to be as you are and come together through wellness.

June 25-July 30 (TH) | 5:30-7 p.m. | $75/mom | $75/ea. daughter

P INS P IR AT ION Do you love DIY projects? Come express yourself in this Pinterestinspired class! We’ll create projects from bath bombs to mason jars using imagination and crafting techniques. Get ready to turn everyday household objects into art!

June 22-26 | 2-4 p.m. a n d / o r July 27-31 | 2-4 p.m. | $75/week

T H E S CIENCE AND MAT H OF COOKING How do milk, sugar, and salt turn into ice cream? What does gluten do to bread? How does milkfat affect the taste of cheese?

Explore the science behind these and other popular foods through hands-on “experiments.” After a week of measuring, cooking, and testing, you will leave with delicious recipes, mental math tricks, and plenty of fun food facts to impress your family and friends!

July 6-10 | 2-4 p.m. | $65

M OV I E M AK I N G Campers learn to write, direct, and edit their own short movie in a fun educational atmosphere. Learn the elements of storytelling, editing, and special effects. Turn your summer memories into your own motion picture!

July 20-24 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

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SCIEN T I F I C F O R E N S I C S— CSI DA S HE R S T Y LE

S T U DY S T R AT EGIES : M AT H

Do you love a good mystery?

Does the thought of solving a crime intrigue you? Spend a few days in the DSHA lab learning to gather, test, and analyze evidence — and we’ll solve some mysteries together. Learn new lab techniques, practice your evidence-based reasoning skills, and collaborate with other Dasher sleuths to figure out whodunit!

July 27-31 | 9-11 a.m.

Learn creative ways to study math. Did you know there are different skills needed to study math? In this camp you will learn these skills along with identifying your areas of strength. This Dasher Study Skill camp will give campers strong foundational skills to succeed in math. All students of any math ability can benefit from this camp.

July 13-17 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

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STEAM C A N D Y A sweet twist on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Spend the week completing STEAM candy-themed activities and experiments. From constructing candy cars and boats to creating your own candy maze, you will collaborate with other scientists and dig deep into understanding STEM concepts with art. Get ready for your sweetest summer yet!

June 15-19 | 9-11 a.m. a n d / o r July 13-17 | 2-4 pm. | $75/week

S U C C E S S F U L S T UDY SKILLS You need to study, but you have so much to juggle: classes, sports, family, and friends! We’ll talk about the most effective ways to study and prepare for high school. Learn creative ways to study with methods that work across all subjects and adapt to your individual learning style.

Life can get crazy so be one step ahead and have the right tools to help you succeed!

July 20-24 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

UNP L UG: BUIL DING H EALT H Y H ABIT S WIT H OUT A DEV IC E Everyone needs to relax once in a while but taking a vacation every time you are stressed isn’t very realistic! Let’s encourage habits and activities in a tech-free way.

Each day will focus on activities that will help you unplug and recharge yourself with healthy and fun techniques. From activities of movement to making healthy after-school snacks to reflection and meditation, these activities will encourage healthy habits for a successful school year and care for yourself during times of high stress.

June 15-19 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

V IS IONS BOAR D— DES IGN T H E L IFE Y OU L OV E As you prepare for a new school year, envision your goals and aspirations and devise a plan to achieve them. Learn the importance behind a vision board and spend the week discovering what drives you and inspires you to meet your goals. Create your own beautiful vision board for the upcoming year.

July 6-10 | 9-11 a.m. a n d / o r July 20-24 | 2-4 p.m. | $65/week

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VOCAL M US I C C AM P This one-week intensive vocal music camp will help you get to know your voice better by exploring registers, effective breathing techniques, and learning exciting repertoire (you will learn solo songs as well as group numbers). You will also improve your ear by singing in harmony with other campers.

Finally, get more comfortable performing by participating in the concert at the end of the week—friends and family welcome!

June 22-26 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

WRITI NG F O R T HE S TAG E Great theatre begins with the story. This camp is for girls interested in theatre or writing in general! Read excerpts from different play genres, watch parts of successful productions, and write your own short plays. You’ll learn how play scripts are written and how they are different from regular storytelling. You’ll have the chance to give and receive feedback and hear what your own play sounds like out loud!

June 22-26 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

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INCOMING FRESHMAN CAMP D A S HE R

L E ADE RS H I P BOOT CAM P

Rev up for the new school year!

Spend four glorious days at DSHA in this fantastic introduction to your first year. You’ll explore the school, make new friends, meet faculty and staff, learn about classes, and discover ways to make the most of your four years as a Dasher. Sample school curriculum through mini-sessions and gain skills in notetaking, writing, organization, and more. You’ll also participate in a service project, daily reflection, and recreation.

July 20-23 (M-TH) | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | $175

Leadership is a big part of being a Dasher and this boot camp will get you in shape to be a leader at DSHA. This day-long experience will connect freshmen with their new classmates, build a sense of community within the Class of 2024, and inspire students to be leaders from their first day at DSHA. Group activities focused on teamwork, critical thinking, and real-life scenarios combined with fun ice breakers will prepare freshmen to make an immediate impact at DSHA. Are you up for the challenge? Are you ready to lead?

June 23 (TU) | 12-6 p.m. | $25

L EAR NING H OW T O LEARN: HOW TO SUCCEED IN S CH OOL WIT H OUT S P ENDING AL L Y OUR T IME S T UDYING This practical, fun, and hands-on workshop is based on the bestselling book of the same name, and we will use that book as a guide for our workshop. Get ready to learn how you learn most effectively and efficiently so you can eliminate bad habits you’ve (unfortunately) picked up. Learn new things about how people really do learn and use all this as a way to create a learning approach you can put into practice when school starts.

PLEASE NOTE: Each participant must purchase the workshop book before camp and bring it on the first day. You can order through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or your local bookseller.

Required book: Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All your Time Studying Barbara Oakley, Ph.D., Terry Sejnowski, Ph.D. and Alistair McConville. ISBN: 978-014-313-2547 June 15 – 18 (M-TH) | 9-11 a.m. | $50

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BASK E T B A LL

C R OS S C OU N T RY

FIEL D H OCKEY

DSHA Head Basketball Coach Brian Hendricks provides basic instruction in the fundamentals of basketball.

A major portion of each session will be devoted to exposure and mastery of these skills. Come learn from the best — and have a great time during this fun-filled week!

Grades K4-9 June 15-19 (M-F) Grades K4-3 | 9-10 a.m.

Grades 4- 6 | 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Grades 7-9 | 1-3 p.m. $85

DSHA Head Cross Country Coach Andy Lelinski will introduce you to distance running, as well as individual instruction in techniques and training necessary to prepare for the 2020 fall season. Workouts, guest lectures, and fun activities are all designed to instruct, entertain, and motivate. This camp acknowledges a wide variety of talent and experience and will tailor the running portion of the program to suit the individual needs of participants. Get a jump start on your summer training and join the fun!

Grades 4-9 June 15, 17, 22, 24 (M&W) | 9-11 a.m. $85

Learn a new sport! Join the DSHA coaching staff, current players, and alums to learn the sport of field hockey. Head Coaches Sue Walline and Quinn Loucks will provide everything you need to know!

Incoming Freshman Camp — get a jump on tryouts and see what the sport is all about. Youth Camp — join the fun and learn a great sport!

Shin guards and mouth guard are required. Cleats or turf shoes preferred, but sneakers are allowed.

Sticks will be available to borrow; if you are planning to play this fall, it may be a good idea to purchase a stick. Equipment is available for purchase at Burghardt Sporting Goods in Brookfield and Fox Point or online at 4WinnersFieldHockey.com, longstreth.com and Amazon.

Grades 5-9 June 15-18 (M-TH) Grades 5-8 | 8-10 a.m.

Grade 9 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. $85

FITNE S S A ND P E RFOR M A NC E C AM PS Brian Calhoun, DSHA Director of Fitness and Performance and Fitness & Health Department Chair, will provide a safe and effective training program to improve overall fitness and performance, and reduce injury.

This camp will introduce the five basic bio-motor skills in speed, strength, endurance, flexibility, and coordination. This camp is for athletes and non-athletes alike.

Grades 7-9 June 15-July 29* (M&W) | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. *will not meet the week of June 29 $85

L AC R OS S E

S OFT BAL L

Come learn the fastest growing sport in Wisconsin! DSHA Head Lacrosse Coaches Sabrina Boehlke and Emily Lopez will provide you with basic instruction in the fundamentals of the game, as well as offensive and defensive strategies. Required equipment includes cleats or sneakers (for inside if it rains), a mouth guard, goggles, and a stick. Email sabrina. boehlke@cuw.edu to reserve a stick or goggles from DSHA. Grades 6-9 July 20-23 (M-TH) | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $85

DSHA Head Softball Coach Tom Montgomery will provide you with instruction in the fundamentals of fielding, throwing, and hitting. The sessions will focus on building the proper fundamentals needed to be a successful high school softball player for both new and experienced players.

Grades 4-9 July 13-16 (M-TH) Grades 4-6 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Grades 7-9 | 1:30-4 p.m. $70 for grades 4-6; $85 for grades 7-9

RU G B Y G OLF DSHA Head Golf Coach Phil Plautz will provide instruction on the fundamentals of the game of golf. Rules of the game and golf etiquette, in addition to swing instruction and putting, will make this a camp you won’t want to miss.

Camp is held at Missing Links Golf Course, 12950 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon.

Grades 6-9 June 22, 29, July 6 (M) | 1 -3 p.m. $60

National championship-winning DSHA Head Rugby Coach John Klein will provide you with basic instruction on the fundamentals of this game that is fast-growing in popularity. Sessions will focus on individual and positional skills, as well as team skills and concepts.

Grades 6-9 July 13-16 (M-TH) | 8:30-11 a.m. $85

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SOCCER

TENNIS

DSHA Head Soccer Coach Kevin Roethe will provide four days of intense and fun-filled soccer training. You will have the opportunity to improve technical ability to achieve tactical success. The sessions will include technical training in individual skill work, tactical training in offensive and defensive skills, and daily games.

Grades 1-9 July 27-30 (M-TH) Grades 1-5 | 9-11 a.m.

Grades 6-9 | 11:30-1:30 p.m. $85

DSHA Head Tennis Coach Melissa Gebhardt will provide you with instruction on the fundamentals of the game of tennis. Rules of the game and tennis etiquette, in addition to serving and various tennis strokes, will make for a fun week. Camp is held at Elm Grove tennis courts, 13600 Juneau Blvd., Elm Grove.

Grades 6-9 June 22-25 (M-TH) | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $85

SWIMM I N G A N D DIV IN G C A M P DSHA Head Swim Coach Bailey Belanger and DSHA Diving Coach Herman Acevedo will run the swim and dive camp at the Wauwatosa West High School pool. You will choose to either swim or dive. Coach Belanger will help you perfect your swim strokes and starts in preparation for the fall season. Coach Acevedo will work with the divers to teach those just learning to dive and help seasoned divers to perfect their skills during this week-long camp. Come see what high school swimming and diving is all about during this fun-filled camp.

Grades 6-12 July 20-24 | 4-6 p.m. $85

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V OL L E Y B AL L | AL L -S K I L L S C AMP DSHA Head Volleyball Coach Caitie O’Brien Ratkowski, DSHA ‘02, will provide instruction for those who want to improve the basic skills necessary to play competitive volleyball. A progression of all skills will be taught, along with some position-specific drills for those skills. Camp will include drills, fun, and combination games to put those skills to work, ending the week with competitive play.

This four-day camp will provide a lot of learning and tons of fun.

Come get ready for your upcoming season with one of the best high school coaches in the area!

Grades 5-6 June 22-25 (M-TH) 9-11 a.m. $85 Grades 7-8 June 22-25 (M-TH) 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. or (choose one) July 6-9 (M-TH) 9-11:30 a.m. $85

V OL L EYBAL L | ADVANCED S KIL L S CAM P DSHA Head Volleyball Coach Caitie O’Brien Ratkowski, DSHA ‘02, will provide instruction for those who want to improve the skills necessary to play competitive volleyball. A progression of all skills will be taught, along with some positionspecific drills for those skills.

Camp will include drills, fun, and combination games to put those skills to work, ending the week with competitive play. This four-day camp will provide a lot of learning and tons of fun. Come get ready for your upcoming season with one of the best high school coaches in the area!

At the 9th grade camp, more advanced techniques and skills will be taught along with more position-specific drills and more competitive play. This four-day camp will provide challenging drills and tons of fun. Come take your game to the next level!

9th graders are encouraged to sign up for this camp as well as Tune-Up Camp.

Grades 9 July 6-9 (M-TH) Noon–2:30 p.m. $85

VOLLE Y B A LL | T UN E -U P Here’s your chance to hone your skills before tryouts. DSHA Head Volleyball Coach Caitie O’Brien Ratkowski, DSHA ’02, coaches advanced techniques and skills while offensive and defensive strategies are emphasized. If you are interested in trying out for a high school volleyball team, this camp is highly recommended.

9th graders are encouraged to sign up for this camp as well as the Advanced Skills Camp.

Grades 9 July 20, 22, 27 & 29 (M & W) | 9-11 a.m. $85

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C O M M U N I T Y T H E AT R E W O R K S NS ITIO D, AUD UIRE REQ NG E S R A RI I LL IN A 2 1 T 5BU DES N GRA RT I A AP GET W! SHO THE

AGE

AUDITION DATE

TIME

Grade 9-12

June 1 (M)

4-7 p.m.

Grade 5-8

June 2 (T)

4-7 p.m.

Adults*

June 1 and 2 (M&T)

7-8 p.m.

Callbacks

June 3

5-7 p.m.

*Members of the Class of 2020 must audition as adults.

DSH A P R E S E N T S : MATILDA THE MUSICAL Shine on stage at DSHA! Community Theatre Works (CTW) is an intensive, four-week rehearsal process combining the talents of DSHA students and alumnae, middle school students, and community members. Students in grades 5-12 will work in tandem with local theatrical talent in a caring theatre environment that involves mentoring, teaching, learning, and growing to produce a summer musical. All aspects of the production will be involved –– from initial auditions and rehearsals to full performances before eager audiences. Campers will even have some limited exposure to the behind-thescenes set-building and stage crew process.

Students grades 5-12 must register before auditions. Please bring your audition packet with you to auditions.

To download the audition packet, visit dsha.info/CTW. | $350

RE H E A RS A LS June 15 - July 1 | Monday - Friday | Grades 5-8 | 1-4 p.m.

Grades 9-12 | 12-4 p.m.

July 2 | Tech Rehearsal | Grade 8+ | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 3 | Tech Rehearsal | All | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 4 and 5 | No Rehearsal July 6 | Tech Rehearsal | All | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

July 7-9 | Dress Rehearsal | All | Noon- 5 p.m.

P E RF O RM A NC E S July 10 | 7 p.m.

July 11 | 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

July 12 | 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

A D D ITIO N A L D ATE S Parent Meeting | June 15 | 4:15-5 p.m.

Strike | July 13 | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

M O RE I NF O RM ATIO N Boys are eligible and encouraged to participate in CTW. Pre-registration is required to audition. Go to dsha.info/summer to register.

In addition to registering for the camp, all participants must fill out an audition packet; available beginning March 15 at dsha.info/summer.

In order to participate you must attend all performances and may not miss more than two rehearsals.

Adults are called to audition for this community theatre experience with adult rehearsals being flexible.

Performances take place in The Robert and Marie Hansen Family Fine Arts Theatre at DSHA. Tickets will be available online in July at dsha.info/tickets. $12 for students and seniors; $15 for adults.

An additional refundable $50 check per family must be submitted to be returned on July 15 after participation in strike. (It will be deposited only if absent from strike.)

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REGISTER

for Summer Cool

It’ s Easy as 1, 2, 3!

1.

2.

Customize your best summer yet – choose camps by week, grade level, and area of interest. Come for one or spend all summer at DSHA! Register online at dsha.info/summer beginning February 14.

Don’t forget: Grade levels noted in brochure and online registration refer to the 2020-2021 academic year.

March 15 | Deadline to receive 20% off early bird discount May 15 | Registration deadline for all non-Community Theatre Works Camps June 1 | Registration deadline for Community Theatre Works production of Matilda the Musical

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If you have questions, we would love to hear from you.

Contact Community Relations Officer Norma Herbers at HerbersN@dsha.info or 414.721.7975.

Meet the Summer Cool Staff

Our Summer Cool staff is comprised of DSHA coaches, staff, current students, and alumnae, each dedicated to sharing their expertise and love for DSHA with a community of future Dashers. The camp faculty will be led by Summer Cool Administrator and Dean of Students Ruby Brock, DSHA ’92, assisted by Summer Cool Coordinator Tess Zukowski, DSHA ’13. All staff members are professional educators or college students focusing on education and communications. They look forward to working together to bring the most positive and exciting experience to our campers.

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ADDITIONAL

PAYMENT LOCATION

Information

Payment is due in full at the time of registration.

All camps are located at Divine Savior Holy Angels High School unless otherwise noted; this includes a few athletic camps designated as “offsite�. DSHA is conveniently situated near Wauwatosa and Brookfield, in the Mayfair neighborhood at 4257 N. 100th Street, Milwaukee.

CANCELLATION/ WITHDRAWAL POLICY

DSHA reserves the right to cancel any camp for any reason, and full refunds will be made for camps cancelled by DSHA. Prior to May 15th, withdrawals are eligible for a refund of the camp fee, minus a $10 withdrawal fee. After May 15th, no refunds for camp withdrawals will be made without a medical excuse. Camp registrations are non-transferable.

ATTENDANCE

Daily attendance is encouraged and expected for the continuity of camps.

Campers should be dropped off and picked up for their camps within 15 minutes of the start and end times of their camp.

To ensure the safety and supervision of all campers, students must be in a registered camp session if they wish to remain on campus during Summer Cool hours.

LUNCH

Lunch will be supervised but not provided. Please bring a bag lunch and a water bottle.

Questions?

Visit dsha.info/summer or contact: Norma Herbers, Community Relations Officer. HerbersN@dsha.info | 414-721-7975

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LEARN MORE ABOUT DSHA

Dur ing Sum mer Coo l

HEY PARENTS !!

While your daughter is living it up at DSHA Summer Cool, the DSHA admissions team has scheduled a number of casual events to give you more information about Divine Savior Holy Angels High School.

Join other parents on campus and see for yourself why all girls makes all the difference at DSHA! Join us for coffee every Monday at 8:45 a.m. during Summer Cool.

Drop your daughter off and stay awhile! Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Ann Duffy, DSHA ’10; Admissions Assistant Kenya Price, and Community Relations Officer Norma Herbers will be available to give an overview of the DSHA experience, answer questions and lead a casual tour of the campus. No registration necessary.

Schedule a tour at your convenience.

The admissions team works all summer and would love to show you around at your convenience. Call 414.466.3707 to set up a tour.

For more information on the DSHA admissions process, visit dsha.info/admissions.

FUTURE DASHER APPLICAT ION WORKSH OP Get your 8th grader a head-start on the admissions application!

We have three sessions scheduled this summer to give application tips and assistance to incoming freshman. And here’s a bonus: if you take the DSHA Application Workshop, we’ll waive the application fee for 2020! Visit page 26

for more information.

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Who We Are THE DSHA MISSION Divine Savior Holy Angels High School is a Catholic college preparatory high school for young women that excels at developing the whole person. Sponsored by the Sisters of the Divine Savior and grounded in their mission to make known the goodness and kindness of Jesus Christ, we develop our students into capable young women of faith, heart, and intellect who accept the gospel call to live lives that will make a difference.

THE DSHA VISION DSHA will be #1: recognized as the premier choice for a girl seeking to grow into her full potential as a woman of faith, heart, and intellect.

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BY THE

S ISTERS

OF THE

D IVINE S AVIOR

4257 North 100th Street | Milwaukee, WI 53222 All Girls Makes All the Difference | dsha.info

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Girls in rising grades 1-9:

Ger ready for your best summer yet!

REGISTER FOR DSHA SUMMER COOL AT D S H A . I N F O / S U M M E R

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