Summit Summer 2026 LS Grades 1-4

GRADES 1-4 SUMMER FUN

www.summitcds.org/summer 2161 Grandin Road • Cincinnati, Ohio 45208

Extended Day

Welcome to Summit Summer!

From hands-on camps and engaging classes to a full season of early childhood day camps, there’s something for every age and interest. Open to all children in the Cincinnati area, Summit Summer is the perfect place to learn, explore, and have fun. Discover what’s waiting for you this summer!

Ages: Toddler-Grade 4 (Available to all camps) Dates: Monday-Friday June 1- July 31 Location: On the ground floor of the Upper School building Times: Before Care, 8-8:45 a.m.

After Care, 3-5 p.m.

Cost: Before Care, $50/week. After Care, $100/week.

Instructor: Summit Summer team members The Extended Day program is a childcare program which provides a safe, supervised and interactive environment for Summit Summer campers (Toddler-Grade 4). We want this time with the children to truly be an extension of their fun-filled day.

The Details Sign In/Out: Campers must be dropped off and picked up in the carline (at the designated areas) by an authorized adult when they leave each day. If they are not picked up, they will be sent to after-camp care where a late fee will be assessed. This service ends at 5:00 p.m.

Dress: The appropriate dress for most days will be shorts, a T-shirt, tennis shoes and socks. Sandals are discouraged since they may pose a safety hazard in the gym or outside activities.

Snacks: Snacks and water are provided throughout the day. If your child is staying all day, campers will need to bring a packed lunch and a drink.

Health Forms: All participants (including current Summit students) are required to have a current health form on file. Please complete the health information section on the registration site. It is the parent’s responsibility to notify summer camp staff, via email, of any allergies or required medications.

Contact Information Chris Woodard, 1-12 Camps Manager Email: summitsummer@summitcds.org Betty Woodard, Montessori Camps Manager Email: summitsummer@summitcds.org

Photographs: We will be taking many photographs of the children throughout the camps to use for future publications. Your summer registration includes a photo release that allows us to do so, unless notified otherwise.

Cancellation and Refunds: The Summit reserves the right to cancel any class or summer day camp. Fees will be refunded if a class or camp week is canceled.

GRADES 1- 4 CAMPS OVERVIEW LOWER SCHOOL CAMPS OFFERED ALL NINE WEEKS

June 1 - 5

Laffalot Grades 1-6 • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Animal Kingdom Day Camp K–Grade 2 • 9 a.m. to noon Art Camp Grades 4-8 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Comic Book Creations Grades 4-8 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mystery Writers Grades 2-5 • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June 8 - 12

Movie Making Madness Grades 4-8 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Glitz and Glamor Day Camp K–Grade 2 • 9 a.m. to noon It’s Cool 2B Kind Service Camp Grades 4-9 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Summit Boys Lacrosse Camp Grades 3-8 • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Summit Girls Lacrosse Camp Grades 3-8 • 9 a.m. to noon Recycled Art Grades 1-5 • 9 a.m. to noon Minecraft Camp Grades 3-5 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Game Masters: Design Your Own Board Games Grades 2-4 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Basketball (co-ed) Grades K-3 and Grades 4-6 9 a.m. to noon/Grades K-3; 1-4 p.m./Grades 4-6

June 15-18* (*short week due to Holiday)

LEGO Adventure Day Camp K–Grade 2 • 9 a.m. to noon Soccer (co-ed) Grades K-6 • 9 a.m. to noon Storybook Adventures Grades 2-4 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

LEGO Creators Grades 4-8 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cardboard Creations Grades 2-5 • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cameras & Canva Grades 4-8 • Noon to 3 p.m.

June 22-26

Laffalot Grades 1-6 • Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Comic Book Creations Grades 4-8 • Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Recycled Art Grades 1-5 • 9 a.m. to noon Jump Start Reading Grades K-2 • 9 a.m. to noon Girls’ Volleyball Grades K-3 and Grades 4-6 9 a.m. to noon/Grades K-3; 1-4 p.m./Grades 4-6 Kids Who Code Grades 2-5 • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June 29-July 2* (*short week due to Holiday)

Baking Buddies Day Camp K–Grade 2 • 9 a.m. to noon LEGO Creators Grades 4-8 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Artful Eats: Adventures for Young Cooks Grades 2-6 • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Becoming a Bookworm Grades 2-4 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

July 6-10

Movie Making Madness Grades 4-8 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Operation Math: Solve It! Grades 2-4 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Roblox Camp Grades 3-5 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

July 13-17

Jump Start Math Grades K-2 • 9 a.m. to noon Broadway Bound Theatre Camp Grades 2-6 • 9 a.m. to noon Let’s Get It Write Grades 2-5 • 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

July 20-24

Gym Day Camp K–Grade 2 • 9 a.m. to noon Chess Grades 1-8 • 9 a.m. to noon Exploratarium Camp Grades 1-8 • 9 a.m. to noon

July 27-31

Storybook Adventures Day Camp K–Grade 2 • 9 a.m. to noon

GRADES 1 - 4

Grades 1 -4 Camps Laffalot Offers kids a week of fun-filled activities that will leave them smiling, exhausted and ecstatic. Led by well-trained counselors, campers will spend the day playing high-energy sports and games that help them develop teamwork, build total body coordination, learn sportsmanship, improve interpersonal skills and enjoy friendly competition. This camp is run through Laffalot Summer Camps by their staff and communication will come from them.

Week(s): June 1-5, 8-12, 22-26, July 6-10, 13-17, 20-24, 27-31 Laffalot Grades 1-6 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $350

Animal Kingdom Day Camp Campers get to explore the amazing world of animals through fun, hands‑on activities. Each day features a new environment from the rainforest to the tundra. Animal themes with crafts, games, and stories will help make this an exciting experience.

Week: June 1-5 Ages: K–Grade 2 Time: 9 a.m. - noon Cost: $300 Instructor: Aniya Woodard ‘22

Art Camp Come explore art materials and techniques during this weeklong camp. Have you had an artistic idea with no extra class time to make it? This camp is for you! Explore ceramic work, make your own sketch book and explore painting and printmaking. We will move through a variety of art mediums, so come ready to create!

Week: June 1-5 Grades 4-8 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $400 Instructor: Samantha England, Summit Middle School Art Teacher

Comic Book Creations Campers will create their own comic book or graphic novel as they learn how to create characters, script a scene, and draw action panels with narration. Campers will work with local comic book artists and take a behind-the scenes field

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trip to various comic book shops in the area. Each student will receive a comic book gift pack signed by the writer and artist included in the fee. A camper may wish to take both sessions to work on a longer comic project.

Week(s): June 1-5; June 22-26 Grades 4-8 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $425 (includes comic book package and field trip) Instructor: Brendan McEachern, Summit Middle School Teacher

Mystery Writers Unlock your inner detective as you read and write thrilling mystery stories filled with twists and clues. Then bring your tales to life through coding as you animate your characters, scenes and suspenseful surprises.

Week: June 1-5 Grades 2-5 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $400 Instructors: Megan Druffel & Allison Finkleman, Summit 3rd Grade Teachers

Glitz and Glamor Day Camp A fun and sparkling camp where young children get to shine like stars! Campers enjoy dress‑up, creative crafts, music, dancing, and imaginative play inspired by all things bright and colorful. Each day features playful activities like making glittery art, walking a “red carpet,” and celebrating confidence.

Week: June 8 - 12 Ages: K–Grade 2 Time: 9 a.m. - noon Cost: $300 Instructor: Aniya Woodard ‘22

Movie Making Madness Campers will brainstorm ideas, scout locations, script, film and edit a video project. Topics can range from comedy to action to adventure. It is up to the imagination. Campers will also be editing, adding special effects, and adding music to their movies. Campers will post their projects online for the world to see. Then, everyone will enjoy a field trip to a movie theater on the last day of the week.

The trip is included in the fee. A camper may wish to take both sessions to work on a second movie project while advancing their skills in editing and short film creation.

Week(s): June 8-12; July 6-10 Grades 4-8 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Cost: $425 (includes fee for field trip to Mariemont Theater) Instructor: Brendan McEachern, Summit Middle School Teacher

It’s Cool 2B Kind Service Camp During this week of service-learning camp, students will take on community service projects that aim to improve the lives of the people and animals in our neighborhoods. Trips will be taken each day throughout our city to locations where service projects will be completed. Campers will not only lend a hand, but this week will also provide opportunities for leadership and personal growth. For those who need service hours, teachers will track and sign forms at the end of the week. We will end the week heading to a movie to celebrate with one another.

Week: June 8-12 Grades 4-9 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $375 Instructor: Laura Dennemann, Summit Middle School Religion Teacher

Summit Boys Lacrosse Camp This camp will feature skill clinics and game play to help each player develop all facets of their game. Skills clinics include shooting, ground balls, defense, dodging, stick skills and face-offs. Camp placement is limited, and the fee includes an onsite trainer.

Week: June 8-11 Grades 3-8 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $325 Instructor: Pat Collura, Summit Head Boys’ Lacrosse Coach & 2020 Ohio Lacrosse Hall of Fame Inductee, USA, Southern Ohio and OHSLCA Members

Summit Girls Lacrosse Camp This camp will feature skill clinics and game play to help each player develop all facets of their game. Skills clinics include shooting, ground balls, defense, dodging, stick skills and face-offs. Camp placement is limited, and the fee includes an onsite trainer.

Week: June 8-12 Grades 3-8 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $300 Instructor: Meghan Byrne ‘18, Summit Girls’ Lacrosse Coach and Grades 1-8 Admissions Counselor

materials available only during this week. Save the earth while creating marvelous works of art.

Week(s): June 8-12, June 22-26 Grades 1-5 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $390 Instructor: Hilary Carvitti, Summit Lower School Art Teacher

Minecraft Camp In this camp, we turn “screen time” into learning time – while still preserving all the fun! Campers will learn valuable skills for today’s digital world while playing Minecraft. Projects will help develop campers’ problemsolving, teamwork, and planning skills. Along the way, we’ll do a James Webb Space Telescope Challenge, a Moon Base One Build Challenge, and explore the Planet Earth Collection to learn about animals and their habitats.

Week: une 8-12 Grades 3-5 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $400 Instructor: Myles Head, Summit Tech Department

Game Masters: Design Your Own Board Games Get ready for a week of creativity, teamwork, and fun at Game Masters: Design Your Own Board Game Adventure!

This exciting camp is perfect for students who want to tap into their imagination and create their very own original board games. Campers will work together, solve problems, and explore game mechanics, storytelling, and design principles as they bring their ideas to life.

Week: June 8-12 Grades 2-4 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $400 Instructor: Courtney Pieper, Summit 2nd Grade Teacher

Basketball (co-ed) The Summit Basketball Camp will focus on detailed instruction on all the key fundamentals of the game. There will be a focus on individual and team, improvement through the combination of drills, games, and fun and friendly competitions.

Week: June 8-12 Grades K-3 and Grades 4-6 Times: 9 a.m. to noon/Grades K-3; 1-4 p.m./Grades 4-6 Cost: $150 Instructor: Summit Alumni

Recycled Art Come explore how materials that would normally be disposed of can be reinvented into beautiful works of art.

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GRADES 1 - 4

Soccer (co-ed) The Summit Soccer Camp will work on building fundamentals and confidence in young players. Working with trainers, players will practice footwork, passing, getting touches, and shooting. They will also play scrimmages.

Week: June 15-18 Grades K-6 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $150 Instructor: Summit Alumni

LEGO Adventure Day Camp At LEGO Adventure Camp, young builders will explore their creativity using colorful LEGO bricks! Campers will work together to build fun models and use their imaginations to design their own creations. This camp is perfect for kids who love to create, build, and have fun with friends!

Week: June 15 - 18 (Four day week due to Holiday) Ages: K–Grade 2 Time: 9 a.m. - noon Cost: $280 Instructor: Aniya Woodard ‘22

Cameras & Canva A hands-on camp that allows students to explore photography and graphic design. We will use digital cameras and accessible programs like Canva. Students will learn basic photography techniques, practice designing graphics and have the chance to create content for The Summit’s social media accounts. Bring your excitement and creativity... we’ll provide the rest! Note: since our camp begins at noon, we will provide snacks and drinks for students to enjoy at the beginning of each session.

Week: June 15-18 Grades 4-8 Time: Noon to 3 p.m.

Cost: $300 Instructors: Emily Fernback, Communications Specialist and Pieper Buckley, Digital Media Coordinator

Storybook Adventures Unleash your imagination at Storybook Adventures, a magical, week-long camp where kids will dive into the world of fairy tales and fables. Campers will craft their own captivating stories filled with heroic characters, wild adventures, and enchanted settings. With a mix of creative writing, role playing, and art, this camp will bring your child’s imagination to life in the most fun and exciting ways!

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Week: June 15-18 Grades 2-4 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $350 Instructor: Courtney Pieper, Summit 2nd Grade Teacher

LEGO Creators Join us as we dive into the world of bricks, gears, and imagination, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for innovation. Whether it is designing futuristic cities or constructing city towers, this camp promises an immersive experience that fosters collaboration, problem-solving, and endless fun. On Field Trip Thursday, campers will spend the entire day visiting LEGO stores in the area.

Week(s): June 15-18; June 29-July 2 Grades 4-8 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $345 (includes field trip fee) Instructor: Brendan McEachern, Summit Middle School Teacher

Cardboard Creations Unleash your imagination by creating something amazing out of ordinary cardboard boxes. Students will use real design techniques, careful measurement, and creative problem-solving. Join us for a camp where hands-on building, collaborative challenges, and creativity come together!

Week: June 15-18 Grades 2-5 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $320 Instructors: Megan Druffel and Allison Finkleman, Summit 3rd Grade Teachers

Jump Start Reading Reading campers will be introduced to Orton-Gillingham and its multi-sensory approach that fosters growth in reading and spelling. Students will receive daily O-G instruction in the following skills: phonological awareness, word attack, phonics, reading, spelling, and writing.

Campers will participate in language arts games and activities. Reading concepts and games will be played on the interactive ActivBoard. Stories will be read aloud daily and students will share one of their own stories too. Please join us for a fun filled week learning all about reading!

Week: June 22-26 Grades K-2 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $400 Instructors: Sherry Schneider, Summit 1st Grade Teacher & Molly Fine, M.Ed., Learning Disabilities, Science and Reading

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Girls’ Volleyball

Roblox Camp

The Summit Volleyball Camp will focus on detailed instruction of all the key fundamentals of the game. There will be a focus on individual and team improvement through the combination of drills, games, and fun and friendly competitions.

Week: June 22-26 Grades K-3 and Grades 4-6 Times: 9 a.m. to noon/Grades K-3; 1-4 p.m./Grades 4-6 Cost: $150 Instructor: Summit Alumni

In this camp, we get creative with video games! Campers will learn valuable skills for today’s digital world while playing Roblox. Projects will help develop campers’ problem-solving, patience, and planning skills. Along the way we’ll create our own tower defense game using some of the same skills and thought processes that programmers use!

Week: July 6-10 Grades 3-5 Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Cost: $400 Instructor: Myles Head, Summit Country Day Tech Department

Kids Who Code This summer, let your child explore the exciting world of coding! At this interactive camp, students will learn basic programming skills in a fun environment.

Week: June 22-26 Grades 2-5 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $400 Instructor: Allison Finkleman, Summit 3rd Grade Teacher

Artful Eats: Adventures for Young Cooks This camp for kids combines a love of food and creativity.

The camp will teach children the basics of kitchen safety as well as proper use of tools we can find in a kitchen. Young cooks will learn to read a recipe, prepare their space for cooking and begin cooking delicious recipes. The campers will work in teams through the cooking process to create their own unique dishes and other food-related creations.

Important Note: We ask that campers do not have any food allergies, as we are not able to accommodate allergies at this time.

Week: June 29 – July 2 Grades 2-6 Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $375 Instructor: Kristen Fleming, Summit Upper School Teacher

Becoming a Bookworm Calling all young readers! Dive into the magical world of reading in the ultimate camp for building a love of books and stories. Young booklovers will explore various genres, authors, and themes. Readers will build their confidence in understanding and enjoying words through comprehension and fluency activities. If you already love books or want to enrich your reading journey, this camp is for YOU! Week: June 29 – July 2 Grades 2-4 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $350 Instructor: Anne Marie Deye, M.Ed. Summit 3rd Grade Teacher

Operation Math: Solve It! Calling all problem solvers and mathematicians! A handson summer camp where 2nd–4th graders bring math to life through creative, real-world projects. Campers will design a zoo, plan and budget a lemonade stand, run their own restaurant, and more—building problem-solving, teamwork, and confidence along the way. It’s the perfect blend of learning and fun that helps kids see how math really works in the world around them.

Week: July 6-10 Grades 2-4 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $400 Instructor: Courtney Pieper, Summit 2nd Grade Teacher

Jump Start Math This math camp allows students to strengthen math concepts, think creatively, and develop problem solving skills. Students will strategize through interactive, problemsolving games and activities. These activities will include math strands such as number sense, operations, shapes, patterns, geometry, estimation, and probability. Interactive games using the ActivBoard will be used to promote math drills and skills. Campers will learn about shapes and patterns and how they relate to architecture. Students will create their own cityscapes and then build them using LEGOS! Campers will learn about the 3 D Printer, how it works and observe it in action as it creates a famous Cincinnati landmark! Please join us for a fun filled week learning all about math.

Week: July 13-17 Grades K-2 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $400 Instructors: Sherry Schneider, Summit 1st Grade Teacher and Molly Fine, M.Ed., Learning Disabilities, Science and Reading

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Broadway Bound Theatre Camp

Exploratarium Camp

Calling all musical theatre fans! Come spend a week singing, dancing, and acting to some of your favorite tunes. Throughout this week, students will have the opportunity to learn musical theatre songs, complete with choreography and blocking, along with some theatre games and ensemble-building activities. The week will culminate in a showcase performance where students will take the stage in Kyte Theatre to tell a story through song and dance!

Week: July 13-17 Grades 2-6 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $300 Instructors: Amy Batchelor, Summit Theatre Director and Jessica Bailey, Summit Middle School Music Teacher

Students are invited to join Mrs. Newton in Summit’s maker space, the Exploratarium. This camp is designed to spark creativity through hands-on exploration and project-based learning. We will work with 3D printing, laser cutting, hand tools, and plenty of creative materials to make amazing things!

Week: July 20-24 Grades 1-8 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $300 Instructor: Mary Kate Newton, Summit Exploratarium Coordinator

Let’s Get It Write Join us for an inspiring week of creative writing! Grab your pencil and paper as we explore a diverse range of writing forms, including personal narratives, letter, silly stories, poetry, and more. Through engaging activities, mentor texts, and step-by-step guidance, we will use our imaginations to craft stories. Come ready to create, collaborate, and discover the JOY of writing!

Week: July 13-17 Grades 2-5 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $425 Instructor: Anne Marie Deye, M.Ed., Summit 3rd Grade Teacher

Chess Chess is a hobby that develops critical thinking, focus, and visual-spatial skills, all while being incredibly fun! Students of any age and ability will gain or refine the rules, strategies, tactics, and skills necessary to play chess recreationally or competitively. Students will finish the week by playing in a friendly tournament and able to pursue a lifelong hobby of enjoying and competing in chess!

Week: July 20-24 Grades 1-8 Time: 9 a.m. to noon Cost: $200 Instructor: Derek Duncan, Summit Upper School Physics Teacher and Professional Chess Coach

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Baking Buddies Camp Join us for a sweet week of baking where campers will mix, measure, and create fun treats while learning the basics of baking. Each day is filled with hands-on activities, simple recipes, and plenty of smiles in the kitchen.

Week: June 29 - July 2 (Four day week due to Holiday) Ages: K–Grade 2 Time: 9 a.m. - noon Cost: $280 Instructor: Bry Woodard ‘21

Gym Camp Everyone’s favorite class is in a weeklong camp! Come play games, run around and have fun working as a team.

Week: July 20 - 24 Ages: K–Grade 2 Time: 9 a.m. - noon Cost: $300 Instructor: Bry Woodard ‘21

Storybook Adventures Dive into some classic children’s stories with games, crafts and reading.

Week: July 27 - 31 Ages: K–Grade 2 Time: 9 a.m. - noon Cost: $300 Instructor: Bry Woodard ‘21