CCDSummer 2023

Cincinnati Country Day School's beautiful 60-acre campus features expansive athletic fields, gymnasiums, a performing arts theater, an all-weather track, turf field, multi-age playgrounds, a dining facility, a 6-lane pool, 7-court tennis complex, amphitheater, hiking trails, playscape, and natural outdoor classrooms.

Day Camps are filled with creative and fun opportunities that promote growth, encourage discovery, and instill a strong sense of self for children ages 18 months through entering grade 8. Our campus boasts indoor and outdoor learning spaces that promote exploration, collaboration, and endless possibilities to boost children’s growth and development.

The school’s character virtues—Respect, Courage, Integrity, Compassion, and Responsibility— guide the development of our learning environment, allowing campers to build knowledge, foster friendships, develop independence, and take healthy risks, all while igniting curiosity and creativity.

This summer, we are offering the following programs:

 Country Play Parent and Child Program

10-24 months

 CCDSparks Toddler Camps

18-38 months

 CCDSprouts Nature Camps

age 3, age 4, Kindergarten, and a multi-age group for grades 1 – 4

 CCDSports Day Camps

multi-age group for grades 1 - 4 and grades 5 – 8

 CCDSTEM Day Camps grades 1 – 8

 CCDStudio Arts Camps

multi-age group for grades 1 - 4 and grades 5 – 8

 CCDScholar Private Instruction, Tutoring, Summer PE for Credit

age 4 – grade 12

 Extended Camp Programs After-Care Camps, Pre- and Post Camps

18 months – grade 8

Age 10 – 38 months

Country Play is a parent-child program is for children ages 10 to 24 months and runs one day a week for six weeks. It will offer activities and guidance that parents can incorporate at home to support child development and learning during the formative years. Children will engage in sensory, finemotor, gross-motor, social-emotional, and nature experiences with indoor and outdoor activities.

CCDSparks Toddler Camp is designed for our youngest campers ages 18 – 38 months to foster their first academic experiences and personal growth connections.  The carefully designed environment offers endless possibilities for learning, creativity, and imagination and supports social-emotional development and self-help skills.

Age 3, 4, Kindergarten

CCDSprouts Nature Camp offers multi-sensory, immersive learning opportunities to develop children’s understanding and appreciation of nature. Campers will become keen observers of the natural world and be empowered to try new and diverse activities that build confidence and independence.

Grades 1 – 4

CCDSprouts Nature Camp offers multi-sensory, immersive learning opportunities to develop children’s understanding and appreciation of nature. Campers will become keen observers of the natural world and be empowered to try new and diverse activities that build confidence and independence.

CCDSports Camp introduces campers to different sports, to help them develop their physical skills and coordination and encourage a love of physical activity and healthy living. In addition to a weekly sports focus, yoga, group games, and swimming are also part of the camp's activities. Campers who enjoy playing sports will benefit from this active, engaging, and fun camp experience.

Grades 1 – 8

CCDStudio Arts Camp is designed for campers entering grades 1 – 8 who are interested in visual and performing arts.  These camps allow participants to learn new techniques, develop their skills, and explore creativity in a supportive and encouraging environment. The camps will be a survey of the arts with new themes and topics each week.

CCDSTEM Camp provides campers with hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The curriculum is both challenging and fun, with activities that are educational and engaging. The goal is to introduce campers to different STEM concepts to help develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. In addition to STEM activities, campers will enjoy yoga, swimming, games, and other interactive experiences.

Grade 5 – 8

CCDS Elite Athletic Camp is facilitated by CCDS varsity coaches and designed for athletes entering grades 5 – 8 who are interested in learning or advancing their techniques and skills. These camps provide instruction in the fundamentals of each sport with a focus on positions, sports-specific skills, speed and agility training, and sportsmanship.

Age 18 months – grade 8

Extended Camp Programs provides after-care camps, pre- and post-camps.

Country Play Parent and Child Program

10 – 24 months

This parent-child program is for children ages 10 to 24 months and runs one day a week for six weeks. It will offer activities and guidance that parents can incorporate at home to support child development and learning during the formative years. Children will engage in sensory, fine-motor, grossmotor, social-emotional, and nature experiences with indoor and outdoor activities.

Program Requirement

The child must be walking, and an adult must accompany and participate in activities.

Program Calendar

Six-week Session (meets one day a week)

Wednesdays: 8:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Program Pricing

$175

CCDSparks Toddler Camp

18 – 38 months

The toddler camp is designed for our youngest campers to foster their first academic experiences and personal growth connections.  The carefully designed environment offers endless possibilities for learning and creativity supporting social-emotional development and self-help skills. Activities include:

• investigation and discovery

• imaginative play

• nature connection

• creative art

• splash pad water play

• toilet training (if applicable)

The toddler camp offers two four-week sessions. Consistent groupings provide comfort and familiarity at camp, allowing children to get the most out of their camp experience.

June 12 – July 7 *

Camp will be in session on June 19.  Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.

*Camp will be closed on July 4.

Program Pricing

Pricing includes snacks and a nutritious lunch.

3-Day Half-Day Program

5-Day Half-Day Program

3-Day All-Day Program

5-Day All-Day Program

Creative Playtime After-Care Camp

$495 session I *no camp 7/4

$540 session II

$825 session I *no camp 7/4

$900 session II

$825 session I *no camp 7/4

$900 session II

$1425 session I

$1500 session II

3-Day: $198 session I/$216 session II

5-Day: $342 session I/$360 session II

new and diverse activities that build confidence and independence. The camp focuses on:

• developing skills and knowledge

• fostering human-nature relationships

• teaching conservation and sustainability

• nurturing health and well-being

• building a sense of community

• supporting age-appropriate risk-taking

Activities include:

• exploration

• gardening

• animal care

• healthy life skills

• yoga and mindfulness activities

• splash pad water play (half-day program)

• swim instruction (all-day program)

The nature camp offers two four-week sessions. Consistent groupings provide comfort and familiarity at camp, allowing children to get the most out of their camp experience.

Program Requirement

Must be independently toileting.

Program Calendar

Session I Session II

June 12 – July 7 *

July 10 – August 4

Camp will be in session on June 19.  Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.

*Camp will be closed on July 4.

Program Options (age 3, 4, and kindergarten)

Half-Day Program All-Day Program

5-Day Option

8:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Program Options

(grades 1 – 4)

5-Day, All-Day Option

8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Program Pricing

(T/W/TH) or 5-Day Options

a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Program Camps

Pricing includes snacks and a nutritious lunch. 5-Day

5-Day All-Day Program $1425 session I $1500 session II

Creative Playtime After-Care Camp (age 3 – kindergarten)

3-Day: $198 session I/$216 session II

5-Day: $342 session I/$360 session II

Extended Program Camps (grades 1 - 4) $ 90 - $100 per week

CCDSTEM Camp

Grades 1 – 8

The STEM camps focus on providing campers with hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The curriculum is designed to be both challenging and fun, with activities that are educational and engaging. The goal is to introduce different STEM concepts and help campers develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. In addition to STEM activities, campers will enjoy:

• swimming

• yoga

• outdoor experiences and activities

• enrichment with Nati Ninja

Each week, a new topic and activities are introduced, allowing campers to attend one or more weeks.

Week Themes

June 12 – June 16

June 19 – June 23

June 26 – June 30

July 3 – July 7

July 10 – July 14

July 17 – July 21

July 24 – July 28

July 31 – August 4

Building a Theme Park

Paper Circuits

Reverse Engineering

Coding

Space Camp

Rube Goldberg Machine

Science Fair

Cardboard Regatta

*Camp will be in session on June 19.  Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.

**Camp will be closed on July 4.

CCDStudio Arts Camps

Multi-age Groups: Grades 1 – 4 and Grades 5 – 8

The arts camps are designed for campers interested in visual and performing arts.  Campers will learn new techniques, develop their skills, and explore creativity in a supportive and encouraging environment. Through this experience, young artists will leave camp with pride in their achievements and stronger skills involving:

• concentration

• attention to detail

• hand-eye coordination

• problem-solving

• social skills

• decision making

• time management

The camps will be a survey of the arts introducing a new theme and topic each week, allowing campers to attend one or more weeks.

Week Grades 1 – 4

June 12 – June 16

June 19 – June 23

June 26 – June 30

July 3 – July 7

July 10 – July 14

July 17 – July 21

July 24 – July 28

July 31 – August 4

Performing Arts: Show Choir

Visual Arts: Fiber Arts

Performing Arts: Stomp!

Visual Arts: Painting

Performing Arts: Children's Theater I

Visual Arts: 3-D Art

Performing Arts: Musical Theater

Visual Arts: Printmaking

Grades 5 – 8

Visual Arts: 3-D Art

Performing Arts: Lion King Jr. Musical

Visual Arts: Upcycled Storytelling

Performing Arts: Rhythm is Alive

Visual Arts: Painting

Performing Arts: Children's Theater II

Visual Arts: Printmaking

Performing Arts: Show Choir

*Camp will be in session on June 19.  Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.

**Camp will be closed on July 4.

5-Day

Pricing includes snacks and a nutritious lunch.

$375 per week

$300 week of 7/3

$ 90 - $100 per week

June 12 – June 16

Show Choir offers a fun musical experience for aspiring young singers and performers to develop their poise in performing. Campers will work together to hone their talents and will dazzle the audience at an end-of-week performance. Performers will walk away with new friends, greater confidence, and a song in their hearts!

Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.

Instructor: Aimée Ward

Grades 5 – 8

Exploring 3-D art is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums, discover their unique artistic style, and develop their skills as they explore set and costume design. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Instructor: Ully Marin

June 19 – June 23

Exploring fiber arts is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums, discover their unique artistic style, and develop their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a memorable stitch in time!

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Instructor: Linda Yokel

June 26 – June 30 Stomp! on stage while creating rhythms and playing drums! Campers will craft and create drums, play rhythms, and develop their own mini version of Stomp! The week will end with a Stomp performance for fellow campers, friends, and families.

Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.

Instructor: Stephanie Wietmarschen

The Lion King, Jr. musical offers young performers from the Cincinnati area a chance to participate in a unique musical theatre experience in a fast-paced, high-level production of The Lion King Jr. Campers will take part in a full production of the show, complete with choreography, music, and staging. The week will end with a performance for fellow campers, friends, and families.

Participants should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the art of musical theater and ready to experience a theater in a high-school-like setting.

Instructor: Greg Miller

Upcycled Storytelling will use materials such as old books, magazines, and cardboard to tell visual stories, using found images and objects to fuel imaginations. Campers will learn the fundamentals of drawing human and animal figures to design characters that come to life, then create movable figures, altered books, dioramas, and puppet theaters using collage, drawing, painting, and paper sculpture techniques.

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Instructor: Amy Brand

July 3 – July 7

Exploring painting is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Rhythm is Alive! Campers will play different types of hand drums and percussion instruments, exploring sounds and listening to different styles of traditional and non-traditional folk songs from around the world.

Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.

Instructor: Stephanie Wietmarschen

Week

July 10 – July 14

Grades 1 – 4

Children’s Theater I campers will take to the stage in this dramatic experience where campers can learn about acting, character, and stage directions while performing in our amazing Keeler Theater!

Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.

Instructor: Nick Rose

July 17 – July 21

Exploring 3-D Art is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums, discover their unique artistic style, and develop their skills as they sculpt their imaginations. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Instructor: Linda Yokel

July 24 – July 28

Calling all future Olivers and Matildas to Musical Theater Camp!  Join us for a week of acting, singing, and dancing during Center Stage Musical Theatre Camp! This camp teaches children the basics of auditioning, rehearsing, and performing. The week ends with a cabaret-style performance to showcase the campers’ newfound talents.

Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.

Instructor:  Aimée Ward

July 31 – August 4

Printmaking is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember as they leave their print at CCDSummer.

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Instructor: Linda Yokel

Grades 5 – 8

Exploring painting is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Instructor: Ully Marin

Children’s Theater II campers will take to the stage in this dramatic experience where campers can learn about acting, character, and stage directions while performing in our amazing Keeler Theater!

Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.

Instructor: Nick Rose

Printmaking is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember as they leave their print at CCDSummer.

In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.

Instructor: Linda Yokel

Show Choir offers a fun musical experience for aspiring young singers and performers to develop their poise in performing. Campers will work together to hone their talents and will dazzle the audience at an end-of-week performance. Performers will walk away with new friends, greater confidence, and a song in their hearts!

Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.

Instructor: Aimée Ward

CCDSports Camps

Grades 1 – 4

The sports camp is designed for campers who enjoy playing sports and would benefit from an active and engaging camp experience. Campers will explore and discover skills needed for a variety of sports. In addition to a weekly sports focus, group games and swimming are also part of camps activities.

Week

June 12 – June 16

June 19 – June 23

June 26 – June 30

July 3 – July 7

July 10 – July 14

July 17 – July 21

July 24 – July 28

July 31 – August 4

Sports Focus

Volleyball

Basketball

Lacrosse

Flag Football

Track and Field

Soccer

Racquet Sports (Tennis, Paddle Ball)

Backyard Games (Kickball, Dodgeball, Frisbee Golf)

*Camp will be in session on June 19.  Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.

**Camp will be closed on July 4.

Program Options for Single-Week Camps

CCDSports Camps

Grades 5 – 8

CCDS Elite Athletic Camps are facilitated by CCDS varsity coaches and designed for athletes interested in learning or advancing their techniques and skills. These camps provide instruction in the fundamentals of each sport with a focus on positions, sports-specific skills, speed and agility training, and sportsmanship.

Elite Athletic participants looking to add an afternoon option can register to attend the CCDSports Mini Camp. T he afternoon activities will develop sportsmanship and confidence through teambuilding activities and games. This minicamp includes lunch.

Week

June 12 – June 16

June 19 – June 23

June 26 – June 30

July 10 – July 14

July 17 – July 21

July 24 – July 28

Sports Focus

Football

Volleyball

Boys Basketball

Girls Soccer

Girls NIKE Basketball

Boys Lacrosse

Boys NIKE Basketball

Girls Lacrosse

Tennis

Boys Lacrosse

Dennis Coyle

Chris Bannister

Greg Ross

Theresa Hirschauer & Brittany Woods

NIKE US Sports *

AJ Froelich

NIKE US Sports *

Marisol Allison

Brian Schubert & Kyle Scully

AJ Froelich

GSS Boys and Girls Soccer  Get Sharp Soccer *

*These camps are offered through partnerships with the school and have different fee structures and schedules. Registration is accessed on the partner's website.

NIKE US Sports Camps Get Sharp Soccer

Program Options for Single-Week Camps

CCDScholar

Private Music Instruction, Tutoring, Summer PE for Credit

Summer Physical Education

Grades: 9 – 12

Dates: 6/12/2023 - 6/23/2023

Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Instructor: CCDS faculty member Steve Conner

Course Fee: $475

Description: This course for credit focuses on maintaining a health-enhancing level of physical fitness and the importance of physical activity through various stages of life, whether for health, enjoyment, or competition. Participants will develop and demonstrate skills through varied physical activities that meet the Ohio Department of Education Physical Education Standards. Lunch is provided.

Course Credit: PE participants will earn .25 credit. Students who fail to meet the course requirements will not earn credit.

Course Structure: The course runs for two weeks, meeting for 6.5 hours daily. The curriculum covers basketball, flag football, golf, leisure activities, racquet sports, soccer, softball, volleyball, and exercise.

Course Requirements: For the student to receive credit for this course, the following requirements must be met:

• participate in the classes for a minimum of 60 hours.

• receive a passing grade.

• obtain prior approval for missed classes (only one class will be approved, and the student will be required to make up missed hours)

Private Music Instruction (30 minutes)

Grades: Kindergarten – Grade 12

Dates: 6/12/2023 – 8/4/2023

Times: TBD

Instructor: CCDS Fine Arts Instructors

Course Fee: $320

Description: Six half-hour individual piano, violin, or voice lessons will be scheduled throughout the summer and formatted to accommodate all performance levels building upon each individual's musical strengths. The lessons will include instruction on proper finger techniques and note-reading skills focusing on posture, practice exercises, and pieces for the campers to learn. Only one make-up lesson is granted during the summer session.

Private Music Instruction (45 minutes)

Grades: Kindergarten – Grade 12

Dates: 6/12/2023 – 8/4/2023

Times: TBD

Instructor: CCDS Fine Arts Instructors

Course Fee: $440

Description:  Six 45-minute individual piano, violin, or voice lessons will be scheduled throughout the summer and formatted to accommodate all performance levels building upon each individual's musical strengths. The lessons will include instruction on proper finger techniques and note-reading skills focusing on posture, practice exercises, and pieces for the campers to learn. Only one make-up lesson is granted during the summer session.

CCDS Extended Camp Programming

After-Care Camps, Pre- and Post-Camps

After-Care Camps

June 12 – June 16

Creative Playtime

Baseball Camp

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Gymnastics Camp

Baseball Camp

Baseball Camp

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Gymnastics Camp

Baseball Camp

June 19 – June 23

June 26 – June 30

July 3 – July 7

July 10 – July 14

July 17 – July 21

July 24 – July 28

July 31 – August 4

Creative Playtime

Creative Playtime

Creative Playtime

Creative Playtime

Creative Playtime

Creative Playtime

Creative Playtime

After-Care Camp Programs

Creative Playtime After-Care Camp

Grades: Toddler - Kindergarten

Dates:

Session I: 6/12/2023 – 7/7/2023

Session II: 7/10/2023 – 8/4/2023

Time: 3:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Fee:

3-Day: Session I: $198 - Session II: $216

5-Day: Session I: $342 - Session II: $360

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Gymnastics Camp

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Soccer Camp

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Basketball Camp

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Volleyball Camp

Tennis Camp

Etiquette Rules!

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Gymnastics Camp

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Soccer Camp

Basketball Camp

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Volleyball Camp

Tennis Camp

Etiquette Rules!

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Fitness, Games, and Fun

Description: This after-care camp is designed to extend the learning for our children who attend the day camps. This camp allows children unstructured playtime, which is critical to developing brains and bodies.

Week Toddler – Kindergarten

Grades 1 - 4

Grades 5 - 8

Baseball Camp

Grades: 1 – 8

Dates: 6/12/2023 – 6/16/2023

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructor: Greg Tissot, CCDS varsity baseball coach

Fee: $100

Description: During the week, campers will be put through a variety of skill-building drills that help develop hitting, fielding, pitching, and baserunning.

Basketball Camp

Grades: 1 – 8

Dates: 7/17/2023 – 7/21/2023

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructor: Greg Ross, CCDS varsity basketball coach

Fee: $100

Description: This skills camp teaches players the fundamentals of basketball. Fun drills and games will boost players’ passing, dribbling, and shooting skills.

Etiquette Rules

Grades: 1 – 8

Dates: 7/24/2023 – 7/28/2023

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructors: CCDS faculty members Prissy Schoeny and Emily Hetrick

Fee: $100

Description: Everyday life skills are essential for gaining independence, boosting confidence, and being a good member of society.  Students will learn etiquette, table manners, communication, and everyday practical life skills that will build a solid foundation for life. Hands-on activities will include food preparation skills (cutting, peeling), table setting, letter writing (invitations, thank you notes), tidiness, helping others, and health.

Fitness, Games, and Fun After-Care Camp

Grades: 1 – 8

Dates: 6/12/2023 – 7/31/2023

Time: 3:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Fee: $90 per week ($72.00 week of 7/3)

Description: This after-care camp will promote physical activity while providing social and recreational activities. Campers will participate in a variety of fitness activities, games, and other recreational activities. This camp offers an enjoyable environment for campers to make friends, try new things, and relax after a long day.

Gymnastics Camp

Grades: 1 – 8

Dates:

Session I: 6/12/2023 – 6/16/2023

Session II: 6/19/2023 – 6/23/2023

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructor: Steve Conner, CCDS varsity gymnastics coach

Fee: $100 per session

Description: Participants will learn basic to intermediate gymnastics skills and skill connections on the floor, beam, bars, and vault. This course works on flexibility and the building blocks for young gymnasts.

Soccer Camp

Grades: 1 – 4

Dates: 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructor:  Brittany Woods, CCDS girls varsity assistant soccer coach

Fee: $100

Description: During the week, campers will work on a variety of skill-building activities and drills while learning positions and playing in small group scrimmages.

Soccer Camp

Grades: 5 – 8

Dates: 7/10/2023 – 7/14/2023

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructor:  Brittany Woods, CCDS girls varsity assistant soccer coach

Fee: $100

Description: During the week, campers will work on a variety of skill-building activities and drills while learning positions and playing in small group scrimmages.

Tennis Camp

Grades: 1 – 8

Dates: 7/24/2023 – 7/28/2023

Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructor: Nikhil Shah `25 and pro tennis coaches

Fee: $100

Description: Participants will learn beginner and intermediate tennis skills on the court. This course is an excellent opportunity to expose campers to the game, new skills, and teamwork. The proceeds of this camp will go toward the Cincinnati Tennis Foundation (CTF). CTF is a nonprofit organization that teaches tennis to underprivileged children and supports blind, wheelchair, and adaptive tennis.

Volleyball Camp

Grades: 1 – 8

Dates: 7/17/2023 – 7/21/2023

Time:  3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Instructor:  Chris Bannister, CCDS varsity volleyball coach

Fee: $100

Description:  During the week, campers will work on a variety of skill-building activities and drills while learning positions and playing in small group scrimmages.

Pre-Camps

Archery Camp

Grades: 4 – 8

Dates: 6/5/2023 – 6/9/2023

Times: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Instructor: Lisa Tyler and Theresa Hirschauer, head of middle school

Fee: $150

Description: This camp is designed to build basic knowledge and skills for the beginner archer.  Campers will learn the 11 steps to archery success and safety rules for the sport.  Additionally, campers will learn how to make a string bow and determine eye dominance when shooting at the targets. Throughout the week, campers will strengthen their fundamentals of archery and end their week with an Olympic-style tournament.  An excellent sport for mental and physical exercise!

CCDSports Camp

Grades: 2 – 8

Dates: 6/5/2023 – 6/9/2023

Times:  9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Instructors:  Dennis Coyle, CCDS athletic director, and coaches

Fee: $350

Description:  The goal of CCDSports Camp is to teach fundamental skills that span multiple sports and boost overall athleticism. A typical day consists of various games and skill-building activities, including but not limited to dodgeball, basketball, flag football, soccer, and whiffle ball. Participants will explore and discover skills needed for a variety of sports, leaving camp with a better concept of team and the fundamentals associated with each sport.

Cooking and Food Exploration Club

Ages: Age 4 – Grade 1

Post-Camps

CCDSurvival Skills Camp

Grades: 5 – 8

Dates: 8/7/2023 – 8/11/2023

Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday – Wednesday

5:00 p.m. Thursday Overnight Camp-Out

9:00 a.m. Friday Pick-up

Instructor: The Roaming Naturalist

Fee: $350

Description: Adventure into the great outdoors with an experienced naturalist and outfitter guide from The Roaming Naturalist! Campers will learn outdoor survival skills, including building a shelter and starting a fire, identifying plants and animals, reading a compass, and tying knots. Through hands-on activities, games, and team-building exercises, campers will gain confidence, make new friends, and deepen their understanding of the connection between humans and nature.

Cooking and Food Exploration Club

Grades: 1 – 4

Dates: 8/7/2023 – 8/11/2023

Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Instructor: New Leaf Kitchen

Fee: $425

Description:  For kids who want to learn more about healthy cooking, this camp will teach them how to harvest and prepare meals for an authentic farm-to-table experience.  Through hands-on lessons incorporating all five senses, campers will learn lifelong skills—gardening, following a recipe, and using measuring tools—through cooking activities. They'll also enjoy making healthy snacks using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.  Your child will enjoy this tasty way to learn and develop an interest in eating healthier.

Creative Playtime

Ages: Age 3 –  Kindergarten

Dates: 8/7/2023 – 8/11/2023

Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $350

Prerequisite: Must be enrolled for the 2023-2024 academic year

Description:  Creative Playtime is a post-camp offering for ages 3 through entering Kindergarten and is designed to extend summer learning for children of working families. This camp allows children more unstructured playtime, which is critical to developing brains and bodies.  Facilitated exploration and activities will be open-ended and child-initiated, allowing campers to explore their interests while boosting their creativity skills. Time will be spent at our Outdoor Education Center (7125 House) and our 60-acre campus.  Lunch service is not offered. Activities include:

 investigation and discovery

 imaginative play

 nature connection

 creative art

 splash pad water play

Registration

Programming

Camps run from June 5 through August 11, 2023.

 Pre-camp offerings (June 5 – June 9) include Archery Camp, CCDSports Camp, and Cooking and Food Exploration Camp.

 Post-camp offerings (August 7 – August 11) include Creative Playtime, CCDSurvival Skills Camp, and Cooking and Food Exploration Camp.

Enrollment is evaluated two weeks before the start date (30 days for courses for credit) to determine if registration is sufficient. CCDSummer reserves the right to cancel due to insufficient enrollment. Registrants will receive a full refund of course fees for canceled camps.

Cincinnati Country Day School does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age (40 or over), national origin, ancestry, or military service/veteran status in the administration of its educational programs and policies, admission decisions, tuition aid programs, employment practices and benefits, athletics, or other schooladministered programs.

Registration Policy

 A separate online form must be submitted for each registrant on the Veracross My CCDS Portal .

 Camp placement is based on entering grade/program for the upcoming school year or age by June 1.

 Camp and class sizes are limited, and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is encouraged.

 Payment in full by credit card or e-check is due at the time of registration.

 We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express, and e-checks (ACH).

Refund Policy

 Course fees are refunded if the registrant cannot enroll in a program due to space constraints.

 There are no pro-rated fees or refunds for campers arriving after the start of the session, leaving before its completion, or missing any time during camp.

 Refunds will only be granted with a request in writing by June 1. The registrant will receive a 90% refund of the course fee.

o Cancelations after June 1 forfeit the course fee. 

CCDSummer 2023