SummerFest 2026

Grace-St. Luke’s

SUMMER

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June 1 -July 31

2 0 2 6 For Boys & Girls Ages 2-13 Grades PK - 8 www.gslschool.org

WELCOME TO SUMMERFEST WELCOME

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SUMMERFEST For more than 40 years, GSL has offered summer programs to boys and girls in the Memphis area regardless of school affiliation. We offer a variety of programs for every interest, from sports, science, and reading to hip hop, math, and art. GSL's SummerFest provides a safe and fun environment each week, while giving your child the opportunity to experience something new and create long-lasting friendships. If we can answer any questions, please call or email. We look forward to seeing you this summer at GSL!

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EMILY MERRELL

ARIEL DENTON

Director of SummerFest emerrell@gslschool.org

Director of Auxiliary Programs adenton@gslschool.org

CONTENTS

CONTENTS 4 Camp Policies

5 SummerFest at the Preschool

6-7 Quick Guide: Rising PK-SK Camps & Weekly LL Themes

8-15 Rising LL-SK Camps by Week

16 SummerFest Main Campus

17-20 Quick Guide: Rising 1st-8th Grade Camps

21-36 Rising 1st-8th Camps by Week

Ready to join us?!

Register today at: gslschool.org/summerfest

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CAMP POLICIES

CAMP POLICIES SummerFest 2026 @ GSL is open to all students entering JK through eighth grade, regardless of school affiliation. Programs for rising LL & PK students are for returning GSL students only. Programs are limited and fill up quickly, so register now on UltraCamp.

All SummerFest camps are led by current or former faculty/staff/coaches, GSL alumni, or trusted school vendors.

Program fees must be paid in full for your child to be officially registered. All programs are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Cancellations must be made via email to Emily Merrell, Director of SummerFest, five business days prior to the start date in order to receive a refund (less a $25 cancellation fee).

No refunds will be given for absences or cancellations within five business days.

Campers may not be registered for a partial week. GSL reserves the right to reschedule, modify, or cancel a program. In the event of a cancellation by the school, a refund for closed camp days will be issued. GSL may also add a program after the print date of this brochure.

Morning camp drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m. Morning-only campers should be picked up at 12:00 p.m.; afternoon-only campers should be dropped off at 12:45 p.m. Campers should be picked up between 5:00 p.m and 5:30 p.m. A late pickup fee of $5 per minute, due at time of pickup, will be charged for any child who remains after 5:30 p.m. Pick-up and drop-off for rising LL-SK campers will be at GSL’s Preschool at Miss Lee's (1760 Peabody Avenue).

Pick-up and drop-off for rising 1st-8th grade campers is on Lemaster Street outside of the Anchor Center Cafeteria (250 Lemaster Street).

It is expected that every camper attending SummerFest adhere to the school's procedures and standards of behavior, which can be located in the handbooks posted on our parents portal and are available upon request. GSL reserves the right to dismiss any camper whose behavior becomes unmanageable or who is disruptive to SummerFest activities.

We ask that you please not send your child to camp when s/he is not feeling well.

If your child develops cold/flu/Covid-19-type symptoms while at camp, you will be contacted and asked to come pick him/her up as soon as possible.

By registering for SummerFest, you agree to allow GSL to publish photos, artwork, videos, podcasts, and any other materials created by your children or featuring your children, in both online and printed communication materials for GSL, unless you notify the SummerFest Director otherwise in writing.

Thank you for your interest in SummerFest 2026 @ GSL!

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SUMMERFEST

AT THE PRESCHOOL

GSL’S PRESCHOOL AT MISS LEE’S, 1760 PEABODY AVE.

For students entering PK*, JK, SK *PK programs available for current Little Luker students only

7:30am-8:00am 8:00am-12:00pm 12:00pm 12:00pm- 5:00pm 5:00pm-5:30pm

Drop off for morning and all-day Morning Camps Pick-up for morning-only campers Aftercare ($100 per week) Pick-up

*PK-SK campers must be fully potty-trained in order to attend SummerFest

For students entering LL* *LL programs are all-day from 7:30am-5:00pm and are available for current Little Saints students only ($325 per week)

LL and aftercare campers must be picked up by 5:30pm.

There will be a late fee of $5 per minute after 5:30pm.

Morning campers should bring a morning snack and water bottle.

All-day campers should bring a morning snack, water bottle, lunch, an afternoon snack, plus a blanket if needed for nap time.

LL Campers should bring the above along with diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes.

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Quick Guide: Rising PK-SK Camps & Weekly LL Themes WEEK 1: JUNE 1-5

To Infinity & Beyond

WEEK 2: JUNE 8-12 Wonder Art

Messy Camp

Dinosaur Roar

Creative Masterpieces

Little Dribblers

Under the Sea

Sew Crafty

Pamper Me Party

Splat! Science Outdoors

Tiny Taste Makers

Little Art Explorers

Theme: Space Week

Theme: Garden Week

WEEK 3: JUNE 15-19

WEEK 4: JUNE 22-26

Bug Out! Beach Days Glow Painting with a Twist

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Hip-Hop Fitness & Fun Adventures in Zootopia

Nature Crafts

Littlest Chefs

Adventures in Zootopia

Little Lab Explorers

Giggles & Games

Daisy Chains

Theme: Safari Week

Theme: Camping Week

Quick Guide: Rising PK-SK Camps & Weekly LL Themes WEEK 5: JULY 6-10

GSL Kids Cookbook KidoKinetics SportsPlay Bodies in Motion Barbie’s Dream Camp Battle of the Bricks

Theme: Ocean Week

WEEK 6: JULY 13-17

Bodies in Motion Pumped for PK Trip Around the World Christmas in July Swiftie Camp: Summerfest era Learning in Motion

Theme: Disney Week

WEEK 7: JULY 20-24

WEEK 8: JULY 27-31

Spaced Out

Hip-Hop Fitness & Fun

Gymnastics Fun

Pete the Cat Book Club

Junior Chess Camp

Unicorn & Dragon Fun

Glow in the Dark Camp

Gymnastics Fun & Fundamentals

Tasty Treats Shop

Ready, Set, Read Theme: Superhero Week

Welcome to SK Theme: Storybook Week

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JUNE 1-5 Tiny Taste Makers

To Infinity & Beyond Creative Education Services $275 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

3,2,1… Blast off!! Young astronauts will have a blast in our out-of-this-world summer camp.

Campers will build and explore life in outer space with LEGOs, K’Nex, magnets, and other hands-on tools. Imaginations will soar as we explore the solar system together. Don’t let gravity hold you down ... sign up today!

Natasha Cole $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Let’s explore the joy of cooking through handson, age-appropriate culinary adventures.

Campers will mix, measure, and create simple, tasty recipes while learning about healthy foods, teamwork, and kitchen safety.

Messy Camp

Anden Hamilton & Mimmie Fisher

$165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Put on your play clothes and get ready to enjoy some messy, sensory fun! We will play and create with sand, soap, slime, and more!

Campers will get hands-on with paint popsicles, shaving cream, edible mud, frozen jello, and water play!

Creative Masterpieces Marsy King $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Calling all tiny Picassos and creative explorers!

In this camp, young artists will experiment with colors, textures, and shapes through painting, drawing, collage, and simple sculpture. Each day is designed to spark imagination, build fine motor skills, and encourage self-expression in a fun, nurturing environment.

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Pamper Me Party Cheryl O’Bannon $165 Rising JK-SK (GIRLS ONLY) 8:00am-12:00pm

A fun and fancy spa-time adventure! Little ones will enjoy bubbly hand and foot soaks, kid-friendly mani/pedis, and simple spa crafts. It’s colorful, sweet, and perfect for little friends who love sparkles!

Under the Sea MíDeonna Owens $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Learn about ocean life while letting your curiosity of the sea bring your creativity out! We will focus on sea animals to create crafts, make treats, and even practice ocean yoga.

JUNE 8-12 Wonder Art

Little Art Explorers

Come and explore all that art has to offer, from painting to sculptures to collage-making. This fun, hands-on class will turn any little one into an artist. Each child will come away with their very own special artist portfolio.

Come and make some magic!

In this camp, kids will use a wide variety of art mediums and techniques - painting, collage, watercolor, glue, drawing, clay, and more. We’ll do lots of process-based art projects and sensory play to keep it fun and messy! Kids will bring home a portfolio of projects at the end of the week.

Cynthia Hill $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Dinosaur Roar!

Amanda Coile $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Let’s go explore dinosaurs by excavating, creating dino art, and doing some archeological experiments. We will be doing all things dinosaurs and will even create a dino treat to end our week.

The Art Project $250 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Splat! Science Outdoors Jeanette Walton $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Love hands-on experiments? Let’s get messy in the backyard with fizzy play-dough, exploding baggies, frozen vinegar, and more!

Little Dribblers

Sew Crafty

Creative Education Services $275 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Lily Thompson $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Experience the excitement of basketball and soccer in a nurturing environment.

Our program works with the basics of both sports, including ball handling, footwork, dribbling, shooting, passing, and scoring a goal.

Come get “sew” crafty with us! Campers will hone their fine motor skills using a variety of age-appropriate tools and techniques, including learning basic sewing stitches, all while creating fun and crafty projects! No previous sewing experience is necessary.

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JUNE 15-19 Bug Out!

Nature Crafts

Lily Thompson $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Sarah Langford $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Get acquainted with some creepy crawlies!

Campers will learn about various insects through literature, science, and art. We will also have insect-inspired treats and go on an insect-finding expedition. Come “bug out” with Ms. Thompson!

Art and our environment meet in this art studio designed to inspire campers to explore and create with nature’s gifts.

We’ll use found and thoughtful materials to craft pieces such as lanterns, birdhouses, and more!

Beach Days

Adventures in Zootopia

Amanda Coile $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Let’s go explore the ocean and its creatures!

We will create crafts and art all around the ocean and the fish of the sea! So let’s take a swim and dive into some fun!

Glow Painting With a Twist Robert Ward $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm Jam out to your favorite kid tunes while painting masterpieces, glow-in-the-dark style. Once you are done mixing up your paint colors, mix up your morning with games and other goodies.

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Creative Education Services $275 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Adventure awaits in the city where animals of every kind live, work, and play together. Little Explorers will journey through Zootopia’s amazing habitats discovering new places, meeting friendly creatures, and learning through hands-on STEAM play.

Giggles & Games Natasha Cole $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm Join this high energy, fun-filled camp where campers will enjoy ageappropriate indoor and outdoor games that encourage team work, creativity, and friendly competition.

JUNE 22-26 Hip-Hop Fitness & Fun

Robert Ward & M-Town Image $165 Rising PK - SK 8:00am-12:00pm An irresistible opportunity for some of our youngest campers to develop coordination skills while learning various dance moves to today’s hottest music. Campers will demonstrate their newfound skills for parents at a showcase on Friday.

Adventures in Zootopia Creative Education Services $275 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Adventure awaits in the city where animals of every kind live, work, and play together. Little Explorers will journey through Zootopia’s amazing habitats discovering new places, meeting friendly creatures, and learning through hands-on STEAM play.

Littlest Chefs Jeanette Walton $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

There is something about preparing your own food that makes it special. Campers will read books like Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog and Dragons Love Tacos, then practice their fine motor skills as they prepare their favorite, fun foods from the stories.

Daisy Chains

Sarah Langford $165 Rising JK-SK (GIRLS ONLY) 8:00am-12:00pm Create beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of wearable art with friends using fun fabric and yarn techniques and bright, playful jewelry findings!

Little Lab Explorers Natasha Cole $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Let’s explore the wonders of science through fun, hands-on experiments. Become a mini scientist engaging in bubble reactions, color mixing, and simple STEM challenges that spark imagination and critical thinking.

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JULY 6-10 GSL Kids Cookbook

Bodies in Motion

Robert Ward $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Gwen Barber $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

This camp is perfect for young chefs and bookworms alike. Dive into enchanting tales, create kid-friendly recipes inspired by each story, and enjoy themed activities that bring each book to life.

Play multiple games that help build and improve motor skills, concentration, competitiveness, and more! These games offer so much fun that children don't realize they are learning and improving.

Campers should wear tennis shoes every day and be ready for a challenge.

Kidokinetics SportsPlay Kidokinetics $250 Rising PK - SK 8:00am-12:00pm SportsPlay Camp introduces children to a wide variety of sports through fun, high-energy activities designed to build confidence, coordination, and a love of movement. Campers explore new equipment, practice age-appropriate skills, and learn the fundamentals of multiple sports in an encouraging, play-based environment.

Barbie’s Dream Camp MíDeonna Owens $165 Rising JK-SK (GIRLS ONLY) 8:00am-12:00pm

This is the ultimate girly experience. Campers will get to learn and enjoy all things Barbie.

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Battle of the Bricks Creative Education Services $275 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm LEGO enthusiasts will tap into their genius through guided free-build missions, interactive team-driven LEGO competitions, and the ultimate Battle Royale.

JULY 13-17 Bodies in Motion Trip Around the World Gwen Barber $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Natasha Cole $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Play multiple games that help build and improve motor skills, concentration, competitiveness, and more! These games offer so much fun that children don't realize they are learning and improving. Campers should wear tennis shoes every day and be ready for a challenge.

Let’s take a summer trip around the world!

Create your own passport and learn about different countries and cultures. Try new foods, read books, and listen to music from other countries. Let’s explore!

Pumped for PK

Victoria Blackwell & Jamesha Horton $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm Learn everything there is to know about being in pre-kindergarten at GSL. Meet PK teachers, learn routines, and have fun at our Preschool.

Swiftie Camp: SummerFest Era Martha Humber $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm You belong with me at Swiftie summer camp! Join us as we travel through each of Taylor Swift’s eras! We will explore her music and career with fearless dance parties, enchanting photoshoots, and Swiftiethemed games. Each day, we will do themed crafts for dazzling take-home souvenirs like accessories, decorations, and, of course, friendship bracelets!

Christmas in July Tiffany Mitchell $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Deck the halls and celebrate Christmas in July with us this summer as we create ornaments, read Christmas-themed books, and enjoy fun and festive activities! You’ll almost forget the Memphis heat!

Learning in Motion Germantown Speech Language & Learning Clinic $225 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

This camp is hosted by occupational therapists, wellness trainers, and speechlanguage pathologists. Through the power of movement and play, we will integrate evidence-based activities focused on body awareness, social problem solving, and emotional, behavioral, and impulse control.

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JULY 20-24 Hip-Hop Fitness & Fun Robert Ward & M-Town Image $165 Rising PK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

An irresistible opportunity for some of our youngest campers to develop coordination skills while learning various dance moves to today’s hottest music. Campers will demonstrate their newfound skills for parents at a showcase on Friday.

Pete the Cat Book Club Ariel Denton $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm We have some exciting news, Pete the Cat fans!

Pete’s adventures continue this summer. Every day, we’ll read a new Pete the Cat book and do activities associated with the story. Your child will create fun crafts, sing and dance to Pete’s groovy songs, and even take adventures in our magic sunglasses. Come join us for this fun Pete the Cat Book Club experience.

Unicorn & Dragon Fun Camp Victoria Blackwell $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm Come spend a week playing, making, and having fun with unicorns and dragons. We will make unicorn and dragon slime, read unicorn and dragon books, and even make a pool noodle unicorn or dragon.

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Gymnastics Fun & Fundamentals Wings Gymnastics $255 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Learn beginning skills on the floor, bars, balance beam, and vault (mini trampoline).

Develop flexibility, strength, coordination, and confidence - all of which promote focus and healthy habits for life. This camp includes games, obstacle courses, arts and crafts, snacks, awards, and more! Campers should wear athletic clothes and bring a water bottle daily.

Ready, Set, Read Jenn Futrell & April Howard $165 Rising SK 8:00am-12:00pm

This camp is designed to build confidence with early literacy skills while developing attention, self-regulation, and classroom readiness. Through hands-on, multimodal activities, children explore letters, sounds, stories, and early writing in ways that feel like play - not school.

JULY 27-31 Spaced Out

Glow in the Dark Camp

Amanda Coile $165 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

MíDeonna Owens $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Let’s go explore our galaxy! We will have so much fun exploring the planets and stars in our solar system. But first, we will need some brave explorers to help build and paint a rocket ship in order to blast off into space.

This camp includes hands-on sensory play, storytime sessions, and simple art projects centered around glow in the dark, such as glow in the dark Play-Doh, paint, and even a neon dance party.

Gymnastics Fun Wings Gymnastics $255 Rising PK 8:00am-12:00pm

Learn beginning skills on the floor, bars, balance beam, and vault (mini trampoline). Develop flexibility, strength, coordination, and confidence all of which promote focus and healthy habits for life. This camp includes games, obstacle courses, arts and crafts, snacks, awards, and more!

Campers should wear athletic clothes and bring a water bottle daily.

Junior Chess Camp Mid-South Chess $175 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Chess is for everyone, even preschoolers!

Beginners will learn about the amazing game of chess through play, songs, and crafts.

Tasty Treats Shop Erica Peters $165 Rising JK-SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Make and bake a variety of delish treats using easy recipes in this tasty camp. We will create mini-waffles, cake pops, cupcakes, and more!

Welcome to SK Caroline Canon $165 Rising SK 8:00am-12:00pm

Prepare for the transition to the big school by learning about SK. Explore the classrooms, learn the daily schedule, and engage in STEAM activities. Campers will also hone in on early literacy by making a book and exploring what it means to be an author and illustrator.

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SUMMERFEST Anchor Center 250 Lemaster St.

For rising 1st through 8th grade students 7:30am-8:00am 8:00am-12:00pm 12:00 12:00pm-1:00pm

Drop off for morning and all-day campers Morning Camps Pickup for morning-only campers Lunch/recess* *Only for campers registered for both morning and afternoon sessions.

12:45pm-1:00pm Drop-off for afternoon-only campers 1:00pm-5:00pm Afternoon Camps 5:00pm-5:30pm Pick-up

All campers must be picked up by 5:30pm.

There will be a late fee of $5 per minute after 5:30pm.

Campers should bring a snack, water bottle, and lunch if staying all day.

Campers should also bring a swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen for visits to our on-campus pool.

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Quick Guide: Rising 1st-8th Grade Camps WEEK 1: JUNE 1-5

All-Day Camp All-Day All Sports Camp

Morning Camps

Afternoon Camps

Defying Gravity

BeAuty is being you: Barbie Camp

Girl Talk

Messy Camp - big kid style The Crafty Cricut Studio

WEEK 2: JUNE 8-12

Morning Camps

Afternoon Camps

LEGO Masters

Sewing School

PJ Pamper Camp

Games, Games, Games

Minecraft, Roblox, & More!

Dodgeball Extravaganza

We’re the authors

Mini Masterpiece

chopped

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Quick Guide: Rising 1st-8th Grade Camps WEEK 3: JUNE 15-19

Morning Camps

Afternoon Camps

Movies & More!

American Girl Doll Camp

Focus, Aim, & Snap!

Circus Camp

LEGO Challenge Camp

Hip-Hop Camp

Disney Discoveries

Crafty Creations

Chopped Europe

WEEK 4: JUNE 22-26

Morning Camps

Afternoon Camps

Forest Fairy Fun

Battlebots

Manners 101

Exploring nature through art

Flag Football Passport to the USA Next level brain: Executive functioning camp

Tie-Dye Frenzy real deal robotics basketball skills & Drills Middle School theatre

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Quick Guide: Rising 1st-8th Grade Camps WEEK 5: JULY 6-10

Morning Camps

Afternoon Camps

Focus & Fun: executive Function skills camp

color wonder

swiftie camp: summerfest era

tennis academy

minecraft, roblox, & more! csi camp cardboard creations

fun with fairy tales, folk tales, & fables

girls just wanna have fun basketball skills & drills

WEEK 6: JULY 13-17

Morning Camps

Afternoon Camps

learning in motion

battle of the bricks

ninjakinetics

lower school theatre

no boys allowed!

magical homes for fairies & gnomes

passport around the world

hip-hop camp

minecraft challenge camp focus, aim, & snap!

happy honmoon creators camp

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Quick Guide: Rising 1st-8th Grade Camps WEEK 7: JULY 20-24

Morning Camps

Afternoon Camps

doll art camp

super mario galaxy

building memphis camp

gymnastics fundamentals

seuss-tastic summer

i scream for ice cream

lego robotics & coding

escape gsl: Glow in the dark edition

sewing school

genre spinning writing camp

cartooning camp

basketball skills & drills

WEEK 8: JULY 27-31

Morning Camps

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Afternoon Camps

Rising 1st & 2nd Math

Power tumbling

jr. lego challenge camp

the magic of musical theater

creative drawing, painting, & sculpting

young knights chess camp

percussion drum camp

Rising 3rd & 4th Math

harry potter mania!

5/6 volleyball camp

Rising 5th & 6th Math

5/6 football camp

7/8 Football camp

Rising 7th & 8th Math

JUNE 1-5 All-Day & Morning Camps All-Day All Sports Camp Rick Kohlhof & Debbie Callahan $330 Rising 1st-6th 8:00am-5:00pm Campers will love this movement-based camp.

Learn and play a variety of games and sports, including soccer, four square, basketball, floor hockey, capture the pins, kickball, and dodgeball.

We will also leave campus for skating fun.

Defying Gravity

Girl Talk

Shauna Gwinn & Zaria Franklin $165 Rising 1st-3rd 8:00am-12:00pm

Caroline Canon $165 Rising 1st-4th (GIRLS ONLY) 8:00am-12:00pm

Calling all good witches, curious creators, and brave heroes! Step into the spellbinding world of Wicked for a week packed with magic, music, and unforgettable fun!

Whether you’re a Glinda or an Elphaba, there is a place for everyone in the world of Oz!

Let’s take time with our girlfriends to learn how to braid hair, paint nails, and make friendship bracelets. Each day, we will make a craft, learn new games to play, enjoy girltalk, and have dance parties, because girls just wanna have fun!

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JUNE 1-5 Afternoon Camps Messy Camp - Big Kid Style Anden Hamilton & Mimmie Fisher

$165 Rising 1st-3rd 1:00pm-5:00pm

Put on your play clothes and get ready to enjoy some messy, sensory fun! We will play and create with sand, soap, slime, and more!

Campers will get hands-on with paint popsicles, shaving cream, edible mud, frozen jello, and water play!

Beauty is Being You: Barbie Camp Creative Education Services $275 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Fashion, friendship, and pure Barbie fabulousness! Students will embrace their “inner Barbie” with a week full of fun, hands -on, creative, and inspirational activities to showcase art and science. Every day will have different themes and activities! We will end the week with a Barbie Dance Party and Fashion Show. “Get Your Sparkle On, Show the World Where You Belong!”

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The Crafty Cricut Studio Erica Peters $165 Rising 4th-8th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Come explore the basics of using a Cricut machine. Learn about tools, mats, vinyl, and different materials. Campers will then learn about Cricut Design Space to create unique designs. They will also learn to use a heat press and tumbler press to create their own crafty Cricut projects.

JUNE 8-12 Morning Camps LEGO Masters Caroline Canon $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Minecraft, Roblox, & More!

Max White '17 & Marley White '20 $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Let’s take LEGO Club to the next level! Complete fun, hands-on ultimate challenges and builds each week while strengthening critical thinking skills, sharpening creativity, and developing a love for all things STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math). Each day will focus on a new theme such as Minecraft, pixels, buildings, superheroes, and so much more!

Survive, build, code, and more in today’s popular online programs! Campers must have an online (computer use) Minecraft account in order to play Minecraft. No account is needed for any of the other programs we will use this week. Game on!

PJ Pamper Camp

Mimmie Fisher & Mary Catherine Moore $165 Rising 1st-4th (GIRLS ONLY) 8:00am-12:00pm Do you love being pampered? Come join us for a week of fun painting nails, enjoying facials, and making crafts, all while in our jammies. We will have a week packed with fun, friendship, and memories!

We’re the Authors Katie Shadow $165 + $26 printing fee Rising 2nd-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Campers will use humor and creativity to create a short story about one day when everything went wrong (or right!). Campers will combine their stories into one class-authored book that will be published, printed, and given to each camper when completed.

Chopped

Allyson Campbell $165 + $50 supply fee Rising 5th-8th 8:00am-12:00pm

Do you love to mix it up in the kitchen? Test your skills and creativity with a week of fun cooking challenges based on classic American cuisine! Student chefs will work in teams to compete in two Chopped challenges each day.

Take the challenge and come chop with us!

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JUNE 8-12 Afternoon Camps

Sewing School

Games, Games, Games

It’s “sew" much fun! Campers will learn the basics of hand sewing using kid-friendly tools. Create your own fun fabric projects including pillows, stuffed animals, clothing, and embroidery pieces. No needle experience is necessary.

Bring your A-game! Learn loads of new games spanning various countries and time periods.

From movement games to traditional board games, campers will play them all!

Mini Masterpiece

Dodgeball Extravaganza

Lily Thompson $165 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Lee Schaffler & Lanie Schaffler '21 $165 Rising 4th-6th 1:00pm-5:00pm Come design and create tiny artworks using a variety of media, including paint, fiber, collage, shrink plastic, and more. Campers will also learn about inspiring artists while exploring new techniques and styles. The week wraps up with a special gallery walk where parents can view and celebrate their child’s artwork. Campers will take home their masterpieces and sketchbooks to keep ideas flowing long after camp ends.

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Sara Ralston $165 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Debbie Callahan $165 Rising 1st-6th 1:00pm-5:00pm

How many variations of dodgeball are there? Find out and explore other foam ball games during this camp!

Enjoy the excitement of these traditional games with new twists.

JUNE 15-19 Morning Camps Disney Discoveries

Movies & More!

This camp is a mix of learning, creativity, imagination, and movement. In the Disney Creativity Lab, students will be inspired by characters through books, movie bits, and songs. Won’t you be our guest?

Do you like movies? Do you like popcorn and sweet treats?! How about dance parties to our favorite soundtracks from our favorite movies? Come join us for some lighthearted fun!

We’ll watch some of our favorite movies, get cozy with stuffies, and finish up with some creative crafts and snacks.

Katie Shadow $165 Rising 1st-3rd 8:00am-12:00pm

Focus, Aim, & Snap!

Cynthia Hill $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm Explore the art of photography by working hands-on with various cameras and equipment. Learn effective photography techniques and receive guidance in developing pictures. At the end of the week, campers will display their photographs for family and friends.

Lily Davis & Abby Hensley $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

LEGO Challenge Camp Carrie Galphin & Joyce Bruno $165 Rising 3rd-5th 8:00am-12:00pm

Discover all of the amazing things you can build and design with LEGOs. The sky’s the limit! Each day will be packed with exciting challenges, friendly competitions, and stimulating projects.

Chopped Europe Allyson Campbell $165 + $50 supply fee Rising 5th-8th 8:00am-12:00pm

Do you love to mix it up in the kitchen? Test your skills and creativity with a week of fun cooking challenges based on classic European cuisine! Student chefs will work in teams to compete in two Chopped challenges each day. Take the challenge and come chop with us!

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JUNE 15-19 Afternoon Camps American Girl Doll Camp Lily Thompson $165 Rising 1st-4th (GIRLS ONLY) 1:00pm-5:00pm

Grab your favorite doll and get ready for oodles of crafts and fun. Hear some extraordinary and empowering stories as you learn about each doll’s unique background and history.

Circus Camp Sara Ralston $165 Rising 1st-3rd 1:00pm-5:00pm

Step right up for fun under the big top! We’ll play circus and carnival games, learn some magic tricks, make delicious snacks, and more!

Hip-Hop Camp

Robert Ward & M-Town Image $165 Rising 1st-8th 1:00pm-5:00pm Mr. Robert, owner of the locally grown and nationally known dance crew “M-Town Image,” will work with campers to develop coordination skills and various dance moves with today’s hottest music. Campers will demonstrate their newfound skills for families at a showcase on Friday.

Crafty Creations Shauna Gwinn & Zaria Franklin $165 Rising 3rd-6th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Campers will create exquisite personalized items like keychains and coasters, showcasing their creativity. Come and get crafty with us!

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JUNE 22-26 Morning Camps Forest Fairy Fun

Passport to the USA

Join us for a week of magical fairy adventures! Let’s explore, create, celebrate, and have fun being our most magical selves.

We will read stories, make fairy wings, eat fairy fruit and bread, host a tea party, and even build our own garden fairy houses.

Don’t miss the fairy dust!

Campers will explore the five regions of the United States through maps, stories, crafts, games, and food. Each day, campers will “travel” to a new region and learn about famous landmarks, national parks, important people, and regional traditions.

Sarah Ranson $165 Rising 1st-3rd 8:00am-12:00pm

Manners 101 Jennifer Atkins $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Learn how to write thank-you notes, set and clear a table, make introductions, be a good guest, and even how to handle “sticky” social situations!

Flag Football Rick Kohlhof $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

We’ll have instruction on running, ball control, passing, and catching skills through various drills and daily gameplay.

Katie Shadow $165 Rising 2nd-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Next Level Brain: Executive Functioning Camp Jenn Futrell & Francesca McKee $165 Rising 5th-8th 8:00am-12:00pm Set your middle schooler up for success in this dynamic camp designed to strengthen executive functioning skills - like planning, organizing, self-control, time management, and working memory. Campers will enjoy hands-on projects and interactive games, and learn practical strategies they can use in school and beyond.

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JUNE 22-26 Afternoon Camps Battlebots Tie-Dye Frenzy

Creative Education Services $275 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Greetings, Bot Builders! Let’s get ready to rumble.

Campers will design, build, program, and compete in head-to-head competitions with their battlebots. Work with multiple types of bots for competitions and daily challenges. Bring your game face … winner takes all!

Exploring Nature Through Art Harmony Swenson $165 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Are you into nature? Let’s get down in the dirt with a magnifying glass and discover the wonders of the insects, leaves, flowers, rocks, and animals that make up our natural world.

Real Deal Robotics Creative Education Services $275 Rising 3rd-8th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Shauna Gwinn & Zaria Franklin $165 Rising 2nd-5th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Campers become color-crazy artists as they transform plain garments into bold, one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Every day is a new adventure in color as campers design new creations.

Basketball Skills & Drills Andrew Sichting '15 $165 Rising 3rd-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Get ready to take your basketball game to the next level! Basketball Skills & Drills Camp is designed for young athletes eager to improve their skills in a fun, supportive, and high-energy environment. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this camp will help you develop key fundamentals like shooting, dribbling, passing, and defense.

Middle School Theatre Sunfish Children‘s Theatre $240 Rising 5th-8th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Never before have young coders had the opportunity to code and program lifelike Our focus is on the individual child using creativity robots like this! Meet Blue: our expressive, and self-expression to involve, educate, and programmable robot head that students encourage. Students will learn storytelling, stage can program with human-like speech, movement, characterization, and basic facial gestures, sensing, and more. memorization of poems, songs, and narratives.

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JULY 6-10 Morning Camps Focus & Fun: Executive Function Skills Camp Jenn Futrell & Francesca McKee $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

This hands-on camp is designed to help young learners build essential executive functioning skills - such as attention, organization, emotional regulation, and flexible thinking - through games, movement, creativity, and play.

Swiftie Camp: SummerFest Era Martha Humber $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

You belong with me at Swiftie summer camp! Join us as we travel through each of Taylor Swift’s eras! We will explore her music and career with fearless dance parties, enchanting photoshoots, and Swiftiethemed games. Each day, we will do themed crafts for dazzling take-home souvenirs like accessories, decorations, and, of course, friendship bracelets!

Minecraft, Roblox, & More!

Max White '17 & Marley White '20 $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Survive, build, code, and more in today’s popular online programs! Campers must have an online (computer use) Minecraft account in order to play Minecraft. No account is needed for any of the other programs we will use this week. Game on!

CSI Camp Elizabeth Bayzie $165 Rising 2nd-5th 8:00am-12:00pm Join us as we explore what it’s like to be a crime scene investigator. We will solve puzzles and riddles, use ciphers and clues to unlock mysteries, search for prints, and learn what it’s like to be a detective. Come crack the case with us this summer in CSI camp! *Please send in a white T-shirt for a special take-home project.

Cardboard Creations Will Merrell $165 Rising 5th-8th 8:00am-12:00pm

Want armor like Iron Man or Wonder Woman? Want to create life-sized wings that light up? What about a costume that’s all your own? Learn how to create it out of cardboard, LEDs, and imagination in this fun-filled camp!

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JULY 6-10 Afternoon Camps Fun with Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, & Fables Sara Ralston $165 Rising 1st-3rd 1:00pm-5:00pm

Tennis Academy Creative Education Services $275 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Tennis Academy is perfect for campers of all ages and skill levels who want to learn Campers will read new versions of traditional fairy tales, folk tales, and fables and complete proper footwork, racquet handling, and the required body mechanics. We provide all a variety of responses to the stories including the equipment needed. Campers will puppets, snacks, games, STEAM activities, and participate in drills, games, and relays, more! The books we read in this camp can also which allow for everyone to participate and count for your summer reading! be successful. Tennis shoes required.

Color Wonder Sarah Langford $165 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Basketball Skills & Drills Andrew Sichting '15 $165 Rising 5th-6th (BOYS ONLY) 1:00pm-5:00pm

Get ready to take your game to the next level! Our Nothing says summer quite like bright, Basketball camp is designed for young athletes colorful tie-dye! Campers will learn and eager to improve their skills in a fun, supportive, experiment with a variety of fabric dyeing and high-energy environment. Whether you're a and printing techniques, creating wearable beginner or have some experience, this camp will art they’ll enjoy all summer long and beyond. help you develop key fundamentals like shooting, dribbling, passing, and defense.

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Allyson Campbell $165 Rising 5th-8th (GIRLS ONLY) 1:00pm-5:00pm

Unleash your inner fashionista, dance the day away, and revel in an all-day slumber party! Join us for an unforgettable time of fun, friendship, and fabulousness!

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JULY 13-17 Morning Camps Learning in Motion Germantown Speech Language & Learning Clinic $225 Rising 1st-3rd 8:00am-12:00pm Our camp is hosted by occupational therapists, wellness trainers, and speech-language pathologists.

Through the power of movement and play, we will integrate evidence-based activities focused on body awareness, social problem solving, and emotional, behavioral, and impulse control. Our goals are to tap into the mind-body connection to make learning fun and help children ready their bodies for learning.

Ninjakinetics Kidokinetics $250 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Minecraft Challenge Camp Emily Merrell & Ty Merrell '24 $165 Rising 3rd-6th 8:00am-12:00pm

Ready to put your skills to the ultimate test?

Campers will dive into a world of creativity, strategy, and teamwork! Each day brings two exciting challenges: a mini-challenge that will test building skills, speed, and survival smarts, and a mega-challenge where campers will work in teams to design, build, and complete an epic Minecraft task.

Passport Around the World Katie Shadow $165 Rising 2nd-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Pack your bags for a fun-filled journey around the world! Campers will explore countries from five different continents through hands-on Bring out your inner ninja through high-energy crafts, interactive map activities, stories, and obstacle courses, strength challenges, and agilitykid-friendly foods.

based movement. Campers build confidence as they climb, jump, balance, crawl, and problemsolve their way through strength and body control.

No Boys Allowed!

Annie Chisholm & Jenn Futrell $165 Rising 1st-4th (GIRLS ONLY) 8:00am-12:00pm Join Mrs. Chisholm and Mrs Futrell in this exclusive NO BOYS ALLOWED camp. We will do all things girly like sing at the top of our lungs to Taylor Swift, make friendship bracelets, paint nails, make bath bombs, and even play mahjong! It’s bound to be a girly time, so join us!

Focus, Aim, & Snap!

Cynthia Hill $165 Rising 5th-8th 8:00am-12:00pm

Explore the art of photography by working hands-on with various cameras and equipment. Learn effective photography techniques and receive guidance in developing pictures. At the end of the week, campers will display their photographs for family and friends.

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JULY 13-17 Afternoon Camps

Battle of the Bricks Creative Education Services $275 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Hip-Hop Camp

Robert Ward & M-Town Image $165 Rising 1st-8th 1:00pm-5:00pm

LEGO enthusiasts will tap into their genius through guided free-build missions, interactive team-driven LEGO competitions, and the ultimate Battle Royale.

Lower School Theatre Sunfish Children‘s Theatre $240 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Our focus is to bring each student into the world of story and poetry through creative drama, character development, environment, exploration, and movement. Students will learn storytelling, stage movement, characterization, and basic memorization and will present a short performance at the end of the session.

Magical Homes for Fairies & Gnomes Harmony Swenson $165 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Happy Honmoon Creators Camp Sarah Langford $165 Rising 3rd-5th 1:00pm-5:00pm

In this KPop Demon Hunters-themed studio, campers will create art, crafts, and wearables inspired by HUNTRIX, The Saja Boys, and the global phenomenon of KPop. Beyond the art, we’ll enjoy sampling Korean food and snacks and listening to some of the best KPop from today and years past.

Do you love all things magical? If you like to wander and play in the woods imaginatively and would like to make your own fairy house, this camp is for you.

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Mr. Robert, owner of the locally grown and nationally known dance crew M-Town Image, will work with campers to develop coordination skills and various dance moves with today’s hottest music. Campers will demonstrate their newfound skills for parents at a showcase on Friday.

JULY 20-24 Morning Camps

Doll Art Camp

LEGO Robotics & Coding

The Art Project $250 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Elizabeth Bayzie $165 Rising 2nd-5th 8:00am-12:00pm

Come make art with your favorite doll! We’ll spend the week making fun things for your dolls - think jewelry, clothes, hair accessories, cardboard furniture, and more! Perfect for American Girls or similarly-sized dolls.

Love building with LEGOs? We will spend the week working in groups to build and code using our LEGO Boost and LEGO Spike kits. With more than 60 LEGO projects to choose from, your biggest challenge will be narrowing down which build to do!

Seuss-tastic Summer Katie Shadow $165 Rising 1st-3rd 8:00am-12:00pm

This camp is a creative workshop that is literacy-based with silly themes throughout. Campers will explore Dr. Seuss classics that will encourage problem solving, teamwork, and creativity.

Building Memphis Camp Harmony Swenson $165 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm Do you love to design and build? In this camp, we will be building a large scale model of Memphis using blocks and many creative items. If you love to draw, design, and collaborate with others through open-ended block play, this camp is for you.

Sewing School Lily Thompson $165 Rising 4th-8th 8:00am-12:00pm

It’s “sew" much fun! Campers will learn the basics of hand sewing using kid-friendly tools. Create your own fun fabric projects including pillows, stuffed animals, clothing, and embroidery pieces.

No needle experience is necessary.

Cartooning Camp Lyn Forsyth $165 Rising 3rd-8th 8:00am-12:00pm

Do you like cartoons? Channel your inner graphic artist and learn to create your own animated cartoons on the computer using different design tools.

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JULY 20-24 Afternoon Camps Super Mario Galaxy

I Scream for Ice Cream

Creative Education Services $275 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Ashley McPherson $165 Rising 1st-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Let’s a-go, Mario! Join Mario and friends for a whirlwind of adventures through Mushroom Kingdom. Each day, campers will level up their creativity, coding, logic, and problemsolving skills to explore, conquer obstacles, and race to rescue the princess.

Make delicious homemade creations every day including ice cream, yogurt, and sherbet!

Gymnastics Fundamentals Wings Gymnastics $255 Rising 1st-5th 1:00pm-5:00pm Come join the fun! Learn beginning and intermediate skills on floor, bars, balance beam, and vault (mini-trampoline). Develop flexibility, strength, coordination, and confidence.

Escape GSL: Glow in the Dark Edition Robert Ward $165 Rising 3rd-6th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Put your super-sleuthing skills to the test by solving riddles, unlocking padlocks, and entering different codes to escape a mystery room before time runs out.

Can you beat the clock?

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Genre-Spinning Writing Camp Lily Thompson $165 Rising 4th-8th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Explore the different genres of writing with this fun “spin” on creative writing. Campers will write personal stories and, while learning about different types of writing, “spin” their stories into different genres, such as autobiography and biography, myths, fables, and science fiction.

Basketball Skills & Drills

Andrew Sichting '15 $165 Rising 7th-8th (BOYS ONLY) 1:00pm-5:00pm Get ready to take your game to the next level!

This camp is designed for young athletes eager to improve their skills in a fun, supportive, and high-energy environment. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this camp will help you develop key fundamentals like shooting, dribbling, passing, and defense.

JULY 27-31 Morning Camps Rising 1st & 2nd Math Harry Potter Mania!

Sara Ralston $165 Rising 1st-2nd 8:00am-12:00pm

Emily Merrell & Annie Chisholm $165 Rising 3rd-5th 8:00am-12:00pm

Review math skills from last year and prepare for the Calling all Harry Potter fans! Come explore new school year. Time will also be provided to Hogwarts this week. Get sorted into your house, complete any required summer math work. make your own wands, play Quidditch, and

Junior LEGO Challenge Carrie Galphin & Joyce Bruno $165 Rising 1st-3rd 8:00am-12:00pm Discover all the amazing things you can build and design with LEGOs. The sky’s the limit! Each day will be packed with exciting challenges, friendly competitions, and stimulating projects.

Creative Drawing, Painting, & Sculpting The Art Project $250 Rising 1st-4th 8:00am-12:00pm

Join us as we explore a wide variety of art mediums and techniques. Students will draw, paint, collage, use clay, and much more! Kids will get their very own sketchbook to work in and bring home at the end of the week.

create potions in this magical camp.

Rising 5th & 6th Math Lyn Forsyth $165 Rising 5th-6th 8:00am-12:00pm

This camp is designed to help students complete their summer math packets and reinforce math procedures and concepts.

7/8 Football Camp Rick Kohlhof $165 Rising 7th-8th (PLAYERS ONLY) 8:00am-12:00pm

Playing football in the fall? Join us for Football Camp, where young athletes will learn the fundamentals of the game, build confidence, and have a blast while improving their skills!

Percussion Drum Camp Robert Ward $165 Rising 1st-8th 8:00am-12:00pm

Explore the world of a snare drum, tenor drum, bass drum, and other percussion ensembles. Our skilled coaches will teach the basic 101 on how to play drums.

Enjoy our percussion showcase concert at the end of the week.

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JULY 27-31 Afternoon Camps

Power Tumbling

Rising 3rd & 4th Math

This class is for beginning and intermediatelevel tumblers. Learn power hurdles, combos, mini-trampoline skills, and, of course, forward and backward tumbling. This class is excellent for focusing on cartwheels, roundoffs, walk-overs, and back handsprings.

Review math skills from last year and prepare for the new school year. Time will also be provided to complete any required summer math work.

Wings Gymnastics $255 Rising 1st-5th 1:00pm-5:00pm

The Magic of Musical Theater Leslie Reddick $165 Rising 1st-6th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Experience the magic of musical theater through scenes of famous productions like Seussical, The Wiz, Annie, and The Lion King. Campers will tread the boards of GSL as they sing and dance their way through some of Broadway’s greatest hits!

Sara Ralston $165 Rising 3rd-4th 1:00pm-5:00pm

5/6 Volleyball Camp Lily Davis & Abby Hensley $165 Rising 5th-6th (GIRLS ONLY) 1:00pm-5:00pm

Look ahead to what playing volleyball in Middle School is like. All skills are welcome and encouraged! Players will focus on fundamentals like passing, setting, serving, rules of the sport, and working as a team.

5/6 Football Camp Rick Kohlhof $165 Rising 5th-6th (PLAYERS ONLY) 1:00pm-5:00pm

Young Knights Chess Camp Playing football in the fall? Join us for Football Mid-South Chess $175 Rising 1st-8th 1:00pm-5:00pm

Camp, where young athletes will learn the fundamentals of the game, build confidence, and have a blast while improving their skills!

Rising 7th & 8th Math

Attention all Kings and Queens! Learn how to play Lyn Forsyth the royal game of chess! Chess has been proven $165 to sharpen concentration, analytical abilities, and Rising 7th-8th critical thinking - and it’s fun! Classes are 1:00pm-5:00pm separated by age and skill level.

This camp is designed to help students complete

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their summer math packets and reinforce math procedures and concepts.