Special Interest Camps

Ahoy, Mateys…let’s set sail on an adventure into the world of mermaids and pirates. Treasure hunts, sandcastle building, and mystical ocean discoveries await our pirates and mermaids. This adventure will dive deep into music, arts, language development, and social skills- just don’t tell the real pirates!

Grades: Age 3 - 4

rade 1Dates: June 17-21, 2019; 8:45-11:45 a.m.

 

Catch an insect, grow a terrarium and save the earth…all while learning about nature and the world around us through exciting expeditions, science and environmental exploration. Our Green Thumb Club will ignite your child’s passion for nature, recycling and learning about the earth through educational activities and science investigations. It’s time to join the Green Thumb Club!

5, 4, 3, 2, 1 blast off to a galaxy far, far away to learn about Earth and the amazing solar system. Discover all things galactic such as comets, planets, shooting stars, rockets and more. Learn about flight, the adventures of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch!

 

Hear Ye, Hear Ye, calling all girls entering St. Catherine’s Junior Kindergarten in the fall 2018! Come meet new classmates and explore the campus in a play-oriented environment.

Dates: July 29-Aug. 2, 2019;  8:45-11:45 a.m.

Grade: Rising St. Catherine’s JK students

Class Fee: $250

Fun-filled activities to help practice and review math, reading and study skills in preparation for the upcoming school year. You do not have to be a St. Catherine’s student to attend this class.

Grade: Rising grade 1

Dates: July 29-Aug. 2, 2019; 8:45-11:45 a.m.

Class Fee: $250

 

Discover dance while connecting various dance forms to Latin language and culture. Each camp includes classes in Latin dance, ballet, modern and hip-hop. Dance history, drums and percussion, arts, crafts and much more will also be explored. This unique program is taught by professional dancers and musicians who have years of performance and teaching experience to share with students. Each session culminates with a final student performance, based on international legends and myths.

Ages: 5-14

Half day: June 10-14, 2019; 9 a.m.-noon

Class Fee: $250

Full day: June 10-14, 2019; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Is there a doctor in camp?  Join us this summer as we bring Mini Med School to camp! Our little doctors will use stuffed animal patients to take blood pressure readings, give “stitches,” put on a cast and make their own first aid kit, all while learning lots about what doctors, dentists, EMTs and other medical professionals do on a daily basis. Join us in this fun filled camp.

Is there a doctor in camp?  Join us this summer as we bring Mini Med School to camp! Our little doctors will use stuffed animal patients to take blood pressure readings, give “stitches,” put on a cast and make their own first aid kit, all while learning lots about what doctors, dentists, EMTs and other medical professionals do

5, 4, 3, 2, 1 blast off to a galaxy far, far away to learn about Earth and the amazing solar system. Discover all things galactic such as comets, planets, shooting stars, rockets and more. Learn about flight, the adventures of space travel, and

Do you have what it takes to save the world? Do you have the sparkle to rule the world? Train to be the superhero or princess you were meant to be! Save the world from evil-doers everywhere in this interactive and high energy camp. The

 

 

Hi-ho, Hi-ho it’s off to camping we go! Gather around our campfire to hear tall tales, learn about nature and of course make s’mores! We will have a nature scavenger hunt, make

This class is designed to provide the foundation to Singapore Math through hands on activities and application of skills to problem solving. Only for students new to St. Catherine’s Lower School.

Tales and Treats cooks up the perfect recipe of books, games, music and cooking. We will blend early literacy skills and pair them with social skills such as following directions and turn taking. Tales and Treats will make a tasty camp memory for your little scholar.

Calling all inventors, creators, builders and designers! Come build some awesome creations with us! We will create our own designs and make structures using recyclable materials, Legos and many other interesting items. Skills necessary… none! Skills gained: communication, problem solving, reasoning, developing

Calling all builders, creators and designers! Let's get building with LEGOS. Each day the campers will work on different tasks utilizing thousands of LEGO blocks. Creativity will abound as the main rule will be to have FUN! Campers will get those creative juices flowing as they create vehicles, scenes and buildings to match scenarios that are presented! Everything is Awesome!

Do you dream in dough?  Budding pastry chefs will be preparing cakes, cookies, tarts and drinks while learning the front and back of the house realities of running a successful bakery.  On Friday - students open the Sweets Shoppe to "sell" their wares to friends and families.

Let’s get our hands dirty as we learn about gardening and food! Garden with us by making take home garden boxes with a variety of herbs and other accessories for your garden. Create some daily delicious treats with healthy foods! Toss in our special ingredient of nature based crafts and you have from garden to spoon camp!

Grades: 2-3

Dates: June 24-28, 2019; 8:45-11:45 a.m.

Class Fee: $220

Instructors: Little Scholars

Come discover, experiment, and create as we learn about the colliding worlds of art and science in this STEAM-based camp. We will create biomes from around the world, star gaze at constellations, master meteorology, investigate how things work and dabble in chemistry and physics. Put on your learning cap and grab the art supplies because this STEAM camp will rock your world.

Join us on a science discovery mission! We will explore the world of science through everyday objects, experiments and encounters. This camp will enhance the STEM education philosophies with a big punch of fun. Physics, biology, chemistry, geology, astronomy and zoology will all be covered in the camp.

Calling all wizard fans! This is like no other camp you have experienced. We will take a magical journey into the world of wizards. We will design wands, make magic potions, go on a magical creature .hunt, play Quidditch, and participate in activities that will astound all Muggles.

Grab your passport because we are going to take a journey around the world! Visit a new country each day through literature, games, art activities, geography and history. Discover the thrills of travel without leaving camp!

Become a certified babysitter while learning how to care for infants and children, create a safe environment, make good decisions, solve problems and handle emergencies.

Grades: Rising 6-8

Dates: Aug. 5-9, 2019; 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Class Fee: $160

Instructor: Tara DiGiacomo

 

Do you have a knack for drawing? Do you like to write? We have the camp for you! Come join us as we explore the world of comics. We will learn about the different styles of cartooning, create new characters, and build a portfolio of your work.

Learn how to design a business through foundational lessons in entrepreneurship and experiences with dynamic guest lecturers and local small businesses. From vision and market research to personal branding and business plans, get a taste of what it means to transform dreams into reality.

 

St. Catherine’s and Virginia Outside have teamed up to offer one-week, all-day fishing camps. Students meet in the Maple Avenue parking lot and are transported to various locations in the James River Park System and surrounding wild spaces.

Fun-filled activities to help practice and review math, reading and study skills in preparation for the upcoming school year. You do not have to be a St. Catherine’s student to take this class.

Grade: Rising grade 4

Dates: July 29-Aug. 2, 2019; 8:45-11:45 a.m.

Class Fee: $250

Instructor: Sloan Hiscock

 

For students new to St. Catherine’s Middle School. Get your motor running! Come experience fun-filled activities to help you get acquainted to St. Catherine’s Middle School while learning new skills in math, reading and studying.

Grades: Rising 5-6 new to St. Catherine’s School

Dates: July 29-Aug. 2, 2019; 8:45-11:45 a.m.

Class Fee: $250

Instructor: Rachel Stoller

 

Discover dance while connecting various dance forms to Latin language and culture. Each camp includes classes in Latin dance, ballet, modern and hip-hop. Dance history, drums and percussion, arts, crafts and much more will also be explored. This unique program is taught by professional dancers and musicians who have years of performance and teaching experience to share with students. Each session culminates with a final student performance, based on international legends and myths.

Ages: 5-14

Half day: June 10-14, 2019; 9 a.m.-noon

Class Fee: $250

Full day: June 10-14, 2019; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Build and design Robots using the LEGO EV3 system. Learn basic robotic engineering, programming principles and the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robotics Invention system. Work together in small groups to design, build and program robots to complete missions.

Feeling patriotic? Celebrate our nation with the ultimate treasure hunt. Unravel mysteries, crack clues, and decode cyphers to unlock the secrets to our nation’s history. Learn to solve a variety of complex coded puzzles as you delve deep into the symbols of our past. Who will be the first to claim the treasure?

From fishing, to mountain biking, to tubing, to kayaking, to just looking under rocks in the river, we explore the natural environment of the James River Park System and other area parks. We create a safe time for the kids to be kids and enjoy time outside. Having fun, learning for themselves and seeing a progression of skill development are just some of the things students will acquire in the wonderful outdoor playground  that is the James River Park System. So put on your outdoor clothes, tie your shoes tight and prepare for some adventure and excitement.

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Study Skills helps students become more effective and efficient learners. Daily activities focus on academic strategies related to goal setting, organization, time management, mental processing and retention, and assessment preparation. Students will build confidence and success while having fun.

If you love everything games, computers and web, Superhero Coders is the program for you! Learn how to build a website in a hands-on, half-day summer coding program for students that are confident coders or in grades 4-6. In the first three days, you’ll learn programming terms, wireframing, HTML, CSS and JS basics. Then, you’ll put your knowledge to use during the final two days as you build your own personal website! Plus, we’ll provide follow-up instructions for the students (and parents) so they can continue learning and improving their website at home

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The Saints volleyball staff will teach you skill progressions and tactical strategies for all offensive and defensive positions on the court.

Become a certified babysitter while learning how to care for infants and children, create a safe environment, make good decisions, solve problems and handle emergencies.

Grades: Rising 6-8

Dates: August 5-9, 2019; 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Cost: $160

Instructor: Tara DiGiacomo

 

Become a more confident communicator. Develop traditional and 21st century communication skills that apply to personal and professional writing styles. Practice formal letter writing, email and internet etiquette, cover letters and resumes, slide presentations, public speaking and personal self-reflection.

 

 

 

St. Catherine’s and Virginia Outside have teamed up to offer one-week, all-day fishing camps. Students meet in the Maple Avenue parking lot and are transported to various locations in the James River Park System and surrounding wild spaces.

This is an opportunity to participate in meaningful service to the local community. In this service learning program, we will enhance our group and interpersonal skills through working with diverse members in the Richmond community. Our goal is to establish sustainable relationships with our community while also creating meaningful connections. Some of the local organizations for summer 2019 will include Habitat for Humanity, Housing Families First, Tricycle Urban Community Gardens, Church Hill Academy & Tutoring, Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Food Pantry, and the Red Door Ministry Soup Kitchen of Grace & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church.

From fishing, to mountain biking, to tubing, to kayaking, to just looking under rocks in the river, we explore the natural environment of the James River Park System and other area parks. We create a safe time for the kids to be kids and enjoy time outside. Having fun, learning for themselves and seeing a progression of skill development are just some of the things students will acquire in the wonderful outdoor playground  that is the James River Park System. So put on your outdoor clothes, tie your shoes tight and prepare for some adventure and excitement.

Grades: Rising grades 4-9

Don’t put off what you can do today. Take this course and by the end of the session you will have several drafts that could be used for topics that colleges predictably assign.