Summer Camp Education & Programs - February 2017 SCT
Summer Camp Education & Programs - February 2017 SCT
Summer Camp Education & Programs - February 2017 SCT
SUMMER CAMP
Education & Program Guide
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SUMMER CAMPS
GRADES 2-8
Sharpen your skills in the classroom and on the field.
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314.531.0330 @SLUHsummer
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CAMPS the diverse animal family, camp has a chickens, and wire a circuit to create
Nerinx Hall
Summer Camps Abiding Savior Lutheran School six-element ropes course that includes their own Spy Gadget Alarm Box. Lo-
Exciting opportunities for athletes, (314-892-4408) values educational ex- zip-lining, climbing and rappelling, cal educators lead a week of hands-on
artists, and kids ready to explore cellence and partners with families to craft and pottery studios, archery and activities that will launch each childs
Age 5 - Grade 8 12 Camps help children meet their academic and riflery ranges, and trails for hiking and imagination. Visit campinvention.org
spiritual potential. Enrolling now for botany studies. Cub Creek strives to or call 800-968-4332. Use promo code
school and summer camps. Visit www. allow campers to be themselves, make INNOVATE25 by 3/20 to save $25 on
www.nerinxhall.org/camp aslsonline.org. lasting friendships, and create bonds registration.
with animals in a safe, loving envi-
Ackermanns Swim Program 67 ronment. The facilities and cabins are Chaminade College Preparatory
years of group swimming lessons for 4-11 air-conditioned. All meals are served Schools summer camp offerings have
year olds in Kirkwood. Non-competitive buffet style with many alternative meal been developed to give parents and
backyard camp environment in which options. ACA accredited. Visit www. children a chance to sample all that
to build confidence and self-esteem by mosciencecamp.com. the school has to offer academically,
teaching the life skill of swimming and athletically and artistically. Summer
water safety. Four heated pools for pro- Camp Invention has multiple loca- is a wonderful time for young men and
gressive learning. www.aspkirkwood. tions throughout the greater St. Louis women and their families to enjoy one
com [email protected] area. This summers all-new curricu- another, their hobbies, activities and in-
lum allows children in kindergarten terests. To that end, the school has put
Over 300 animals make up Cub through 6th grade to experience re- together some fantastic opportunities
Creeks camps hands-on zoo and in- al-world problem solving and creative for young men and women to challenge
cludes lemurs, alpaca, parrots, porcu- thinking as they transform a distant themselves, create, laugh and enjoy.
pines, foxes, lizards, snakes and wal- exoplanet, take risks as future entre- www.chaminade-stl.org/summer_camp
labies among many more. Outside of preneurs, blast rockets and rubber
FUTURE
INNOVATORS
Cor Jesu Enrichment and Sports more than 30 exciting course options to return each day. All camps are locat-
camps are for girls in 3rd-8th grades. for students in grades 1-8. Students will ed on the sprawling 100-acre MICDS
New 2017 camps include knitting, me- have an opportunity to explore many campus and supervised by enthusiastic
dia production, standardized test-prep new avenues, such as, art, swimming, counselors and expert staff. Pursue new
and robotics, along with the annual guitar, dance, investigative science, passions, explore new cultures, exercise
drama, cooking and baking, writing, animal world, archery and sports. For athletic skills and stretch the limits at
art and myriad sports camps. For more information, call 314-729-2400, x4908, MICDS summer camps. Visit www.
information and to register, visit www. or email [email protected]. MICDS.org/summeradventure.
corjesu.org/camps.
Make a childs summer magical with Building happy, healthy, fit and con- since 1949
Kraus Farms offers Barnyard Camp, a one-of-a-kind summer camp experi- fident dancers. Themed dance camps
which entails farm critters, mother na- ence. Campers participate in fun, edu- each week of summer 2017. Mon- A neighborhood preschool
ture and organic gardening, and Eques- cational activities, explore the Magic day-Thursday 10 a.m. to noon. Ages for 3, 4 and 5 year olds.
trian Camp, which entails riding with House and more. Call 314-822-8900. 5-7, 8-19, 11+. $100. Online enrollment
Providing children with joyful
either English or Western disciplines. at mjperformingartsacademy.com
learning experiences through music,
A summer adventure awaits at MICDS. begins March 1.
art, yoga, creative movement and
The Lab School (314-822-8282) Camp Its four camps Pegasus, Language Im-
cooking programs.
for ages 3-5, June 5-30. Water fun, art, mersion Camp, Rams Sports Camp and Nerinx Hall offers opportunities for
dramatic play, guests, hands-on curric- Eliot Summer Academy offer a unique athletes, artists and children ready to Half-day preschool with early care
ulum. Weekly 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Catered variety of activities for kids age 5-18 explore. Camps include art, photogra- and extended days available.
lunch. Degreed staff. from any school. Campers will explore phy, theatre, basketball, cross-country,
an array of exciting activities, sports, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer and volley- 9 S. Bompart 314-961-2393
The Lindbergh Activities Office and hobbies to ensure that brains and ball. Visit www.nerinxhall.org/camp. [email protected]
Summer Enrichment program offers bodies are active and campers are eager continued on page 12
2017
SPICE CHESS
SUMMER CAMP
June 19-23 and July 17-21
Ages 5-15
All day and half day sessions
Early bird rates until May 10
Instructors are members of #1 ranked collegiate team
in the nation including Grandmasters
For more information:
webster.edu/spice 314-246-8075
[email protected]
Archery Riflery
Arts & Crafts
Cookouts Basketball
Campfires Canoeing
SUMMER 2017 Climbing Tower
Water Trampoline
Half Day Kids Camp Dance Drama
Drawing Fishing
KIDS
March 26, April 9, Snorkeling Singing
April 30, May 21 Spelunking/Caving
Swimming
Tennis Soccer
Summer Camp 2017 Volleyball Yoga
YMCA CAMP LAKEWOOD All-Camp Games
and much more!
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continued from page 11 week concludes with a sharing session the game for intermediate or advanced
Come join the fun and get better at ten- for friends and family. For registration players. Instructors are SPICE Chess
nis this summer at the Dwight Davis and camp information visit Experience- Team members who teach based on
Memorial Tennis Center Nike Tennis Opera.org/camps or call 314-963-4251. Susan Polgars world class curriculum.
Camp. Junior full-day and half-day Visit webster.edu/spice.
camp options for boys and girls ages Pinots Palettes Little Brushes camp
An early childhood 5-18, as well as wheelchair tennis for for ages 5-13 is available May 30-June St. Louis Gym Centre (314-968-9494,
education center serving ages 9-21. All ability levels welcome. 2, June 13-16, June 27-30, July 18-21 www.stlouisgymcentre.com) offers gym-
children age 6 months - 5 years and Aug. 1-4. The half-day camp is four nastic instruction for ages one to adult.
Tues - Fri 9 a.m. - noon There are many camp possibilities at days per week from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Summer 5-day and half-day camps and
September - May Notre Dame High School this sum- Camp includes painting, break time, fun classes available. Birthday parties, field
Program includes: Music, mer. Check out the athletic and enrich- activities and crafts. Meals are not pro- trips and adult open workout.
ment camp options at www.ndhs.net. vided. Each week has a different theme
Science and Gross Motor for those who want to sign up for multi- St. Louis University High Schools
Extended days available Opera Theatre of Saint Louis Op- ple weeks. Every Monday has a family Summer Enrichment Academy offers
Tuesday - Thursday, noon - 2 p.m. era Camp for Kids lets students enter- day class from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This is high-achieving students (girls and
ing grades 4-7 spend a week singing, not part of Little Brushes. It is meant to boys), entering 7th & 8th grades, a fun,
Webster Hills UMC dancing, composing, making instru- be Mommy & Me. Teens 13+ can attend challenging experience. Choose part or
Preschool ments and learning about all the things without parental supervision. full day and a variety of subjects: Al-
698 W. Lockwood Webster Groves that go into Opera Theatres acclaimed gebra, Story Writing, Chemistry, Act-
961-8722 ext. 228 productions. Campers work with OTSL The SPICE Chess Summer Camp at ing Improvisation or Physics. Robotics
[email protected] professionals and music educators and Webster University (314-246-8075) classes teach Intro to EV3 and Robotics
www.websterhillsumc.org see a live performance of Puccinis be- is a fun way to introduce chess to new- II (Intro to Robot C) for 4th-8th grade
loved classic Madame Butterfly. The comers and deepen understanding of girls and boys. Athletic Camps in a va-
riety of sports are available for grade Performing Arts Academy this summer There is something to be said for longev-
school boys and girls. Experienced June 5 to August 4. Enjoy engaging day ity, and Vetta Sports Summer Camps
SLUH teachers and coaches will help camps featuring returning favorites of have been around for more than 25
camp
kids have a memorable summer experi- Broadway Babies and Acting Adven- years. Active affordable fun is what Vet- register for
ence. Go to sluh.org/summer-programs. tures, as well as an array of magical ta Sports Camps offer, at six locations
Registration starts March 1. new programs including On Your Feet, across the St. Louis metro area. Camps
Rock the Mic, Neverland Pirates and include soccer, basketball, tennis, rac-
Looking for a one-of-a-kind summer pro- more. STAGES unique Broadway Per- quetball, kickball, inflatables, arts & magic house
gram for kids? Check out Camp KangaZoo formance Workshops include Seussi- crafts, and special guests such as the
at the Saint Louis Zoo, where campers cal Kids and Rent. Exciting dance and mad scientist, the Reptile Experience and
learn all about Zoo animals. Programs are acting intensive offerings for teens are awesome field trips. Sports camps are for
available for students of all ages. Camp-
ers have the opportunity to see and touch
also available. Camps are held Mon-
day through Friday as various times.
ages 5-12. Vetta Sports also offers Kick-
aroos camps for ages 3 to 5, and Leader-
june
live animals, attend a Sea Lion Show, hop To register call 636-449-5775 or visit ship Camp for teens age 13-15. Sign up through
aboard the Zooline Railroad, tiptoe around
the Zoo at night and sleep overnight at
stagesstlouis.org. by April 15 and save. Discounts vary by
location. Easy online registration. Visit
august
the Zoo. Camp KangaZoo T-shirt, group The teaching staff at Tower Tee Golf www.vettasports.com/page/camp.
photo, snacks, Thursday pizza dinner Complex is focused on the junior golfer.
and Friday morning breakfast included. Summer programs are for golfers ages WGSD Adventure club provides a safe
For more information visit stlzoo.org/ 4 and above and include clinics, camps space for children to dream, organize,
campkangazoo. and leagues for juniors and adults. A interact and actualize their interests, For session themes, details and
birthday party or gathering at Tower and learn new exciting things. Weekly to make your reservation, visit
Experience fun and imaginative musi- Tee offers fun for all ages. Call 314-481- sessions June1-July 21. (314-963-6440) www.magichouse.org/camp
cal theatre-inspired camps at STAGES 5818 to book. continued on page 14
Lab School
Webster Groves Parks & Recreation The
FULL & HALF DAY
SUMMER
CAMPS The Lab School
Camp Webegee ~ June 5 - Aug. 4 Nurturing Children Since 1964
Theme weeks, swimming, special events, field trips! 514 E. Argonne Drive - Kirkwood
formerly Eden Laboratory School 1964-2004
Sports & More Camp ~ May 30 - June 2
Kinder Camp ~ May 30 - June 2 SUMMER CAMP
Now Enrolling for
Circus Camp ~ May 30 - June 2 June 5 June 30
Safety Camp ~ June 5 - 9 or June 12 - 16 Fall 2004 Preschool Classes
British Soccer Camp ~ First Kicks and Half Day,
Weekly Sessions
June 19 - 23 9 a.m. 1 p.m.
Soccer Goalkeeper Training May 1-23 or July 10 - Aug. 1 HALF DAY (morning or afternoon) &
Secret Agent Lab ~ July 3 - 7
Catered Lunch
FULL DAY (7:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Magical Mystery Camp ~ Aug. 7 - 11 H AGES
H H3-6H(pre-kindergarten)
HHHHH
Outer Limits Camp ~ Aug. 7 - 11
Performing Arts Camp ~ Aug. 7 - 11 NOW ENROLLING
Licensed Accredited Degreed Teachers
Aqua Camp ~ Aug. 7 - 11 Half Day & Full Day Preschool
Ozzie Smiths Sports Academy ~ May 30 - June 2 314. 822.8282
3s, 4s, and 5s
and Aug. 7 - 10
Experienced and qualified staff
For
514 E.2017 Academic
Argonne Year
Drive (at Woodlawn)
Kirkwood, Missouri 63122
Before & After Club available for most camps Fully Licensed/Degreed Teachers
www.thelabschool.com
For more information visit
www.webstergroves.org
314.822.8282
or call (314) 963-5600
www.thelabschool.com
GAME DESIGN CAMP All camps are held 9 a.m. to 5 pm. each day at the Webster Groves campus.
Monday, June 5-Friday, June 9 Overnight accommodations may be available.
Get introduced to game design and development.
FILMMAKING CAMPS Webster University is also holding a High School Screenwriting Competition.
The winning script will be used during Filmmaking Camp and produced as
Monday, June 12-Friday, June 16
a film. The winning scriptwriter will receive an iPad mini, as well as the
Learn to plan, shoot, and edit a short film.
opportunity to attend the Filmmaking Camp at no charge.
MUSIC RECORDING CAMPS
Choose: Monday, June 12-Friday, June 16 Enrollment in all camps is limited, and early
or Monday, June 19-Friday, June 23 registration is encouraged.
Learn useful recording and music mixing skills.
Visit webster.edu/mediacamps for
SPORTS COMMUNICATION CAMP screenwriting competition rules and
Monday, July 10-Friday, July 14 guidelines and to register for summer camps.
Explore the world of sports communication.
continued from page 13 The Community Music School of and conquering new skills. A 360-acre
Webster Groves Parks & Recre- Webster University offers summer lake, 5,200 wooded acres, cave, creeks
ation camps (314-963-5600, www. music programs for all ages, from and more create opportunities for ad-
webstergroves.org) provide quality and birth-18 years, including Kinder- venture, exploration and learning.
specialty indoor/outdoor experiences musik, band, flute, string, composi- While campers love sports, horseback
emphasizing nature, games, sports, tion, chamber music and individual les- riding, arts & crafts, water activities,
crafts, performing arts and field trips. sons. For more information visit www. caving, climbing, ziplining and more,
315 W. Pacific Webster Groves webster.edu/cms or call 314-968-5939. they also grow into well-rounded in-
314-968-9494 Webster Summer Media Camps: dividuals learning about respect, re-
Four different camps and a screenwrit- Amazing things happen when kids un- sponsibility, belonging and accomplish-
Summer Session ing competition for high school stu- plug and reconnect with others. Y Sum- ment. Children gain knowledge of the
Gymnastic Classes dents. Love to play video games? Learn mer Day Camp provides a fun, safe ex- world through culturally-diverse staff,
the basics of video game design at the perience for kids to learn new skills, build all within the Ys fun and safe environ-
June 12 August 3 June 5 to 9 Game Design Camp. Learn self-confidence and make lasting friend- ment. This is why Camp Lakewood is
Full Day Camps to tell powerful stories, plan, shoot, and
edit a short film at the June 12 to 16
ships. The Y offers camps for all interests,
including traditional outdoor camps, a
My Camp. Visit www.camplakewood.
org. Located at 13528 Highway AA, Po-
(ages 5 and up)
Filmmaking Camp. Be a recording en- huge variety of sports camps, and themed tosi, MO 63664.
Two - 5 day camps
gineer and produce a compact disc at camps. Across 22 branch locations in both
June 5-9 AND August 7-11
Music Recording Camp June 12 to 16 MO and IL, the Y runs camp weekly May
or June 19 to 23. Conduct play-by-play 30 August 11. Visit www.gwrymca.org/
commentary and develop a podcast at summerdaycamp for details.
1/2 Day Camps the July 10 to 14 Sports Communica- YMCA Camp Lakewoods summer
(ages 3 and up) Available during tion Camp. Visit webster.edu/mediaca- overnight camp gets boys and girls 6-17
our summer session mps for more details and to register. outdoors having fun, making friends
June 12 - Aug. 3 9-Noon
Kraus Farms
Equestrian Camp N E W!
Barnyard Camp
OPERA CAMP FOR KIDS
Mini Camps 5 & 6 Year Olds
Equestrian Camps 7 - 14 Ages 6 10
Spend a week singing, dancing, composing, making instruments, and learning Public Trail Rides Boarding Lesson Programs for Youth
about costumes, makeup, lighting, and set design all the things that go
into Opera Theatres productions! Campers will see a live performance of
Puccinis beloved classic Madame Butterfly, and share their own operas with HWY 44 & 14
friends and family! St. Louis, MO www. KRAUS FARMS .com 636-225-9513
Webster Groves
Presbyterian
Church
Early Childhood Center
FUNDRAISER MARCH 5
Dewey's Pizza Webster location
Pizza School Open to All With
Advance Ticket
Ages 1 - 5
1 2 3 4 5 days/week
KIDS DAY OUT
WEDNESDAY 8:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.
ONE/TWO ARE FUN
TUESDAY 9 - 11:30 A.M.
LUNCH BUNCH
45 W. LOCKWOOD
962-9210 ext. 3105
PARENT CHOICE COOPERATIVE PROGRAM
The Webster Groves Presbyterian Church Early Childhood Center
admits students of any race, color and national or ethnic origin.
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