ELEMENTARY SUMMER CAMP

Foodie FUN
Grades 1 & 2
Maggie Haber
$395 - includes a $20 non-refundable materials fee

Put on your aprons and get ready for a sweet cooking adventure! We’ll mix, bake, taste and create as we dive into new themes each day while exploring tastes and textures and utilizing our culinary imagination! Through books, cooking, games and collaboration, students will discover how food connects to culture, science, and the world around them! This camp encourages curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration, all while tasting yummy foods and having fun with new friends! The week will be filled with a delicious mix of learning, laughs, and creativity!

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American Girl: The Tradition Continues
Grades 1- 4
Jeanine Wright & Maddy Probst
$375

Calling all doll lovers! Get ready for a week of creative fun where you can get messy, make new friends, and create amazing projects for both you and your doll (or stuffed animal)! It’s the ultimate week to let your imagination shine!

Throughout the week, campers will dive into exciting activities like baking tasty treats, learning the basics of sewing, crafting items for you and your doll, and playing fun games. Whether you're designing sparkly dresses, sewing cute accessories, or having a doll tea party, there's always something fun and creative to do!

All dolls and stuffed animals are welcome to join the fun, and extra dolls will be provided by the instructor for those who want a new friend to share in the adventure for the week. Join in the Daycroft AG Summer Tradition and make new friends too!

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Gone Fishing!
Grades 2 - 6
Dave Willoughby & Bonnie Dingman
$375 - Limit 15 campers

Mr. Dave is back by popular demand!

Learn the basics of fishing including how to tie knots, kinds of lures and how they work, rods and reels, casting, fish identification, characteristics, and the habits of fish.

Make lures and learn some fly tying too! After practicing casting and fishing safety, we’ll fish for largemouth bass and sunfish in the pond next to the school!

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Dungeons & Dragons
Grades 3 - 6
Fun Learning Company
$375

Unleash your inner hero and embark on a fantastical adventure like no other in Dungeons & Dragons. Dive into a realm of endless possibilities and forge lasting connections with your peers. Experience the transformative power of cooperative storytelling, social skill development, reading, and probability through exhilarating play sessions. Take on the role of courageous adventurers, intrepid explorers, and treasure seekers in a world of fantasy, ancient ruins, and magic while working together to solve puzzles, find treasure, defeat monsters, and save the day!

This immersive roleplaying experience is a game-changer for anyone seeking to unleash their creativity, build stronger social bonds, and hone critical thinking skills. As the story unfolds and complications arise, you'll have the chance to describe what your “Adventurer” does and how they react, even taking on the personality, gestures, and voice of your character. It's a thrilling journey that will leave you feeling empowered, inspired, and deeply connected to your fellow players.

Whether you're a seasoned fantasy enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of roleplaying, Dungeons & Dragons is the perfect way to unleash your inner adventurer and embark on a transformative journey, unlocking a world of wonder, camaraderie, and personal growth.

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Hometown Heroes
Grades 3 - 6
Dana Woodley & Debbie Sarafian
$375

One of our best camps from the past is back once again to inspire and inform our youth. Heroes come in many forms. Join us for a week of discovery of the heroes around us and what they do every day to help others! Build up your social superpowers and show your appreciation, empathy, and compassion. Gain insight into the world around us and discover your own superpowers and what you can do to help others! Make blankets for animals at the shelter, write letters to veterans, make treats for our local firefighters, and organize and participate in helping our neighbors with food scarcity. Learn to be the change you’d like to see in others!

Imagination in Motion
Grades 1 & 2
Maggie Haber
$375

Twirl, tap, leap, and groove into a world where stories come to life through movement! Students will explore jazz, tap, ballet, hip hop, and more using creative movement and joyful self-expression. Guided by enchanting storybooks—like The Nutcracker—campers will learn playful choreography while discovering dance history, fun terminology, and moments for improvisation. Each day opens a new story, inviting children to travel across cultures and styles through movement and imagination. Along the way, campers build confidence, body awareness, self-expression, and emotional intelligence as they move, dream, and dance their way through magical tales.

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Soccer Stars
Grades 1 - 4
Coach Paul Greifenberger
$375

Soccer is the fastest-growing youth sport in the U.S., and now is the perfect time to get your young athlete in the game. At Soccer Stars, the largest youth soccer program in the country, we bring 20+ years of experience to deliver a week packed with age-appropriate, skill-building fun.

With 130 expertly designed lesson plans, we provide a comfortable learning experience for beginners and a fast-track program for players with advanced skills. Each day is filled with action-packed drills, exciting games, and countless opportunities to build teamwork, confidence, and a love for the game.

Kick it with us this summer and watch your camper grow both on and off the field!

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Calling All Swifties
Grades 2 - 5
Bonnie Dingman & Maddy Probst
$375

She’s BACK! Calling all young fans of Taylor Swift! Welcome to this ultimate summer camp where the music, magic, and inspiration of Taylor Swift comes to life!

Designed to celebrate the songs, stories, and creativity of one of the world’s most beloved artists in a fun and interactive way, “Calling All Swifties” campers will dive into Taylor’s iconic music through sing-alongs, dance parties, and fun games inspired by her albums.

Whether it’s shaking it off to “Shake It Off,” learning the moves from “You Belong With Me,” or making friendship bracelets to share, each day is packed with music, movement, and creativity!

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Play with Clay I
Grades 2 - 6
Suzanne Higgins & Saige Edmondson
$750- Limit 15 campers
Week #1 of two week camp

Come dive into two weeks of pottery fun! Campers will begin by brainstorming what they would like to make. Pieces from the instructor’s pottery collection along with a slew of pottery books will be brought in for inspiration.

During the first week, campers will devote their time to working with wet clay to build pieces using coils, slabs and pinched forms. During the second week, our artists will glaze their work and help load it back into the kiln for a glaze firing.

By being immersed in this creative process, much will be learned about the possibilities of clay, altered forms, pottery tools and glazing techniques.  

Come enjoy this ever popular two week camp, where artists will remember their experience and have creations from the final day’s
Art Show to keep and use forever!

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Battle Bots
Grades 3 - 6
Fun Learning Company
$375

Calling all future engineers and robotics enthusiasts! Battlebots is a popular LEGO robotics camp that will have you designing, building, and coding your own battle-ready robots. Choose from a variety of models like bulldozers, rattlesnakes, and turtles and team up with friends to combine your creations and build the ultimate Battlebot. Use hands-on learning to master the essentials of robotics and coding and witness your Battlebot in action at the final showdown at the end of the week! Get ready to put your problem-solving skills to the test as you learn to construct and program your very own robots. Battlebots is the perfect way for aspiring builders, coders, and competitors to unleash their creativity and bring their robotic visions to life. Whether you're a LEGO expert or new to the world of robotics, this camp will transform you into a Battlebot master, ready to dominate the arena.

Creative Crew
Grades 1 -3
Maggie Haber
$375

Be a part of the Creative Crew and step into a rainbow-filled world where creativity sparkles and imaginations take flight! This camp offers loads of choices and invites young artists to explore, experiment, and create using a delightful mix of materials and hands-on fun.

Each day brings a brand-new creative adventure designed to spark curiosity, inspire problem-solving, and celebrate artistic expression. By week’s end, campers will proudly gather a treasure trove of one-of-a-kind masterpieces—and a bright new confidence in their ability to dream, imagine, and create big!

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Blend It Up!
Grades 2 - 4
Vineyard App Company
$395 - includes a $20 non-refundable materials fee

Is your child ready to mix, mash, and whirl their way through a world of yummy creations? Blend It Upinvites young food explorers on a tasty adventure where simple ingredients turn into magical treats! Campers will spin up smoothies and whip together dips inspired by flavors from around the world—like Mediterranean hummus, Mexican guacamole, and classic American smoothies. Along the way, children will learn safe blending skills, explore new culinary words, and build confidence in the kitchen. This hands-on program is a delicious journey filled with curiosity, creativity, and healthy fun!

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Play with Clay I
Grades 2 - 6
Suzanne Higgins & Saige Edmondson
Week #2 of two week camp

Come dive into two weeks of pottery fun! Campers will begin by brainstorming what they would like to make. Pieces from the instructor’s pottery collection along with a slew of pottery books will be brought in for inspiration.

During the first week, campers will devote their time to working with wet clay to build pieces using coils, slabs and pinched forms. During the second week, our artists will glaze their work and help load it back into the kiln for a glaze firing.

By being immersed in this creative process, much will be learned about the possibilities of clay, altered forms, pottery tools and glazing techniques.  

Come enjoy this ever popular two week camp, where artists will remember their experience and have creations from the final day’s
Art Show to keep and use forever!

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Build and Program Your Own Computer
Grades 3 - 6
Fun Learning Company
$395 - includes a $20 non-refundable materials fee

Unlock the secrets of computing with this hands-on "Build and Program a Computer" experience!

Learn the fundamentals of electronics and how they power the tech we use every day. Develop coding skills in Python and test your programs in the fun Minecraft Pi Edition. Construct a Turing Tumbler, a marble-powered computer, to solve logic puzzles and gain a deeper understanding of computer logic and how code makes it all work.

Imagine the pride and sense of accomplishment you'll feel when you build your own computer from the ground up. This one-of-a-kind program takes you on a journey from basic components to full-fledged programming, giving you the skills to truly understand the technology that shapes our world. Whether you're a budding engineer, a curious student, or simply want to demystify the machines we rely on, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

The Road to Grandmaster
Grades 1 - 6
Coach Bryan Wilson - Implodians
$375

Join National Champion Coach Bryan Wilson for an immersive chess camp, dedicated to introducing the renowned IMPLOD system. This week is perfect for players ranging from beginners to tournament-ready enthusiasts. Dive into the essentials of chess, from basic tactics to advanced strategies, all tailored to elevate your game. The week culminates in a USCF-rated tournament, providing a real-world test of your newfound skills.

Beyond our daily chess play, we’ll enjoy an array of fun outdoor games designed to refresh and inspire.

All participants are required to secure a $20 USCF membership, ensuring their official rating upon camp completion - to be paid directly to Coach Bryan on the first day of camp.

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Get Fit with Karate - Presented by Master Lockman’s Black Belt Academy
Grades 1 - 6
Master Brandon Lockman & Maya Vigil
$375

Join us for a fun, active, martial arts-themed, sports-oriented camp for beginners and experienced martial arts students. Emphasis is on cardiovascular, endurance, and strength-based exercise. Play simple karate games and drills to padded nunchaku practice, obstacle courses, Ga-Ga ball games and more! Anti-bullying strategies, confidence-building and basic self-defense exercises will be taught.

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3D Printing
Grades 2 & 3
Fun Learning Company
$375

Are you ready to turn your ideas into reality, layer by layer? 3D Printing is your ticket to a whole new world of design and innovation. Dive into the exciting world of 3D design using the intuitive TinkerCad platform; the latest industrial design process for prototyping, research, and build solutions. 3D printing allows for rapid and easy prototyping of any creative object that researchers, professionals, and engineers want to test out in the real world.

As you tackle a series of hands-on design challenges, campers will learn how to transform their imagination into 3D models that can be brought to life. Campers will get to see their creations come to fruition on state-of-the-art professional-grade 3D printers.

Whether you're a budding engineer, artist, or just someone who loves to tinker, this camp will open your eyes to the endless possibilities of 3D printing. By the time you leave, you'll have a new set of skills - and a collection of custom-printed objects to show off to your friends and family.

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Play with Clay II
Grades 2 - 6
Suzanne Higgins & Debbie Sarafian
$750 - Limit 15 campers
Week #1 of two week camp

Come dive into two weeks of pottery fun! Campers will begin by brainstorming what they would like to make. Pieces from the instructor’s pottery collection along with a slew of pottery books will be brought in for inspiration. During the first week, campers will devote their time to working with wet clay to build pieces using coils, slabs and pinched forms. During the second week, our artists will glaze their work and help load it back into the kiln for a glaze firing. By being immersed in this creative process, much will be learned about the possibilities of clay, altered forms, pottery tools and glazing techniques.  

Come enjoy this ever popular two week camp, where artists will remember their experience and have creations from the final day’s Art Show to keep and use forever!

Cardboard Creations
Grade 1 - 3
Fun Learning Company
$375

Step into a world where cardboard becomes castles, costumes, critters, or any clever idea! Cardboard Creations invites young builders to unleash their inner architect and engineer using one surprisingly magical material…cardboard! With curiosity as their compass, students will explore how form, function, and creativity come together as they design and build wearable creations, playful animals, or so much more. Guided through the engineering design process, campers will imagine, sketch, tinker, test, and construct full-scale projects using cardboard, simple tools, and the kid-safe ChompSaw - made just for kid-friendly cardboard crafting.

With only a few materials and a whole lot of imagination, campers will develop problem-solving and design skills while bringing bold ideas to life. From fancy hats to rolling vehicles or interactive games, every cardboard creation tells a story of innovation, ingenuity, and hands-on fun!

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Play with Clay II
Grades 2 - 6
Suzanne Higgins
Week #2 of two week camp

Come dive into two weeks of pottery fun! Campers will begin by brainstorming what they would like to make. Pieces from the instructor’s pottery collection along with a slew of pottery books will be brought in for inspiration. During the first week, campers will devote their time to working with wet clay to build pieces using coils, slabs and pinched forms. During the second week, our artists will glaze their work and help load it back into the kiln for a glaze firing. By being immersed in this creative process, much will be learned about the possibilities of clay, altered forms, pottery tools and glazing techniques.  

Come enjoy this ever popular two week camp, where artists will remember their experience and have creations from the final day’s
Art Show to keep and use forever!

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All Aboard the Hogwarts Express
Grades 2 - 6
Vineyard App Company
$385 - includes a $10 non-refundable materials fee

All Aboard the Hogwarts Express! Designed for young enchanter enthusiasts, come dive into the fascinating world of Harry Potter! Campers will craft magical wands, brew ‘potions’ using safe ingredients, and participate in ‘house’-themed challenges that bring favorite wizardry stories to life. Young wizards-in-training will explore their creativity by designing magical creatures, creating enchanted maps, and discovering the imaginative elements that make these beloved stories so captivating. Campers will participate in wizard-themed games, learn about the literary elements behind magical storytelling, and develop friendship bonds through collaborative mystical challenges! We will empower scholars with a deeper appreciation for fantasy literature while encouraging teamwork, creative thinking, and the magic that happens when imagination is given room to flourish. Please Note: This is a hands-on, literature-inspired creative camp for students focused on crafts and games, not a reading-intensive book club

*There will be NO Elementary Camps June 13th - July 5th

Thank you for your patience as we make building improvements at Daycroft School this summer!

2026 Summer Camp Schedule:

Week 1 - June 8 - 12 (all levels, toddler through Grade 6)

NO CAMPS:  June 15th - July 3rd (Construction project)

Week 2 - July 6 - 10  (toddler, preschool and kindergarten camps ONLY)

Week 3 - July 13 - 17  (all levels, toddler through Grade 6)

Week 4 - July 20 - 24  (all levels, toddler through Grade 6)

Week 5 - July 27 - 31  (all levels, toddler through Grade 6)

Week 6 - August 3 - 7  (all levels, toddler through Grade 6)

Week 7 - August 10 - 14  (toddler, preschool and kindergarten camps ONLY)