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Summer Camp at St. John's

SJPDS Summer Camp

St. John's Parish Day School Early Childhood Camp 

Ages 3.5 to Entering Kindergarten

 

Summer fun starts here! Summer at St. John’s Parish Day School provides a safe and enriched environment for children ages 3.5 to entering Kindergarten. From June 12 – August 18, 2023, each week explores a unique theme that’s sure to spark curiosity and a love of learning through fun and engaging hands-on explorations. Each activity is developed specifically with young children in mind as St. John's strives to instill a sense of wonder and creative discovery while also celebrating childhood.

 

With options for full and partial day sessions, enrollment is flexible and may be from one to ten weeks to fit every family’s needs. All sessions are open to non-St. John’s Parish Day School students. Read about the weekly themes, hours, and rates below. Email questions to [email protected]

 

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2023 Hours and Rates 
 
Full-Day Camp 
9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
$300
Partial Day Camp  
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
$215
Before Care
7:30 to 9:00 AM
$65
After Care
3:30 to 5:30 PM
$75
 
 
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Session 1 – June 12 - 16 :  “A Camping We Will Go” 

Pitch your tent, grab your fishing pole, and join us by the campfire as we discover all the fun to be had while camping. We’ll explore nature, go on a hike around campus, and learn that marshmallows aren’t just for eating. Don’t forget your binoculars!

 

Session 2 – June 19 - 23: Down By the Bay (no class on June 20th)

Have you ever ridden across the Bay Bridge? What’s in the water under the bridge? From oysters to crabs to blue herons, these animals call the Chesapeake Bay their home.  Let’s sail the bay this week as we learn all about that body of water that is only an hour away from Ellicott City.

 

Session 3 – June 26 - 30: What's in the Underworld of the Ocean?

Climb aboard the SJPDS Camp submarine to see all the sea creatures as they swim by.  Look at the jellyfish with all of his tentacles, the sea turtle as she stretches her neck, and the beautiful starfish.  Does a starfish have eyes?  How long can a sea turtle hold her breath? Does a jellyfish have a brain?  We will find out the answers to these questions and many more as we take our ocean adventure.

 

Session 4 – July 3 - 7 : American Folk Heroes (No class on July 4th)

American Folktales are a fun way for us to connect with our history and pass down cultural values from generation to generation. Grab your lassos and hammers as we learn about Pecos Bill and John Henry.  We will also learn how Molly Pitcher got her name and why Mary’s penny was so important.

 

Session 5 – July 10 - 14 :  What Happens if You Give a Camper a Book?

We bring Laura Numeroff’s characters to life this week as we see what happens if you give a mouse a cookie or a dog a donut.  These animals and others will just want more! From donuts to muffins to cupcakes, what else can we give these amusing characters? 

 

Session 6 – July 17 - 21 :  Out of this World

Strap in, campers!  Let’s take a trip to space.  We will see the moon, the stars, and all the planets. Moonrock toss and searching for stars will be a few activities to do as we ride the spaceship.

 

 Session 7 – July 24 - 28 : We Wish You a Merry Christmas… in July!

Come join us for five days of Christmas in July.  We will hang the stockings as we sing Carols and decorate the tree. Let’s make some snow while we wait for Santa to arrive!

 

Session 8 – July 31 - Aug 4: Construction: Can We Build That?

Calling all construction workers!  The camp is in need of repair.  Can we do it?  Of course, we can, with just the right helpers and tools.  We will call on the help of those famous three little pigs this week to build a strong foundation for St. John’s.

 

Session 9 – Aug 7 - 11 : Aesop’s Fables

Can a mouse and a lion be friends? If a hare and a tortoise raced, who would win? Who prepares better for winter? A grasshopper or an ant?  As we read these and several more of Aesop’s fables we will learn some very important lessons.

 

Session 10 – Aug 14 - 18 : Roaming the Rainforest

Grab your binoculars to explore the world of the rainforest.  Find out how a python dances, a dart frog climbs, and a toucan talks as we see what’s under that umbrella in the rainforest.

St. John's Parish Day School Lower School Camps

For students entering Kindergarten through fifth grade.

 

NEW for this year, St. John's Parish Day School proudly presents Lower School Summer Camp(s)! 

 

Our camps will run for selected weeks during the summer camp session: June 12 – August 18, 2023, with each camp focusing on a different area of enrichment: movement, games, nature, academic, and more!

 

Open for children entering Kindergarten through fifth grade, and with options for full and partial day sessions, be sure to check out each camp! All sessions are open to non-St. John’s Parish Day School students. Read about the weekly themes, hours, and rates below. Email questions to [email protected]

 

2023 Hours and Rates 
 
Full-Day Camp 
9:00 AM to 3:30 PM
$300
Partial Day Camp  
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
$215
Before Care
7:30 to 9:00 AM
$65
After Care
3:30 to 5:30 PM
$75
 
 
Exploring Nature with Ms. Thomas and Ms. Valkanas
 
Offering FULL DAY camps for children entering Kindergarten through second grade. Campers will explore plants, animals, go on a safari, and even have Christmas in July! 
 
Available Sessions
Session 1: June 26 – 30 (Plants)
Session 2: July 3 – July 7 (Animals)
Session 3: July 10 – July 14 (Safari)
Session 4: July 24 – July 28 (Christmas in July)
 
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Supercharge Your Reading with Ms. Esposito
 
Supercharge your reading with up to five weeks of skill building in phonological awareness, letter recognition, phonics, sight words, and reading. This camp is being offered as a PARTIAL or FULL DAY camp for students entering Kindergarten through First Grade.
 
Available Sessions
Session 1: July 3, 5 – 7  
Session 2: July 10 – July 14 
Session 3: July 31 – August 4 
Session 4: August 7 – August 11
Session 5: August 14 – August 18 
 
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"Quinn is LOVING camp and we couldn’t be happier! We thank you and your staff for such a great program!!" –Ashley, parent

"Camille had a great first week at summer camp! Thanks for keeping our kids safe while also having fun!" – Colleen, parent
Club SciKidz MD Science and Tech Camps
In-person, Ages 4 to 15
 
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Club SciKidz will be at St. John's Parish Day School! For over 12 years, Club SciKidz MD has offered mind-blowing, educational fun. Their hands-on, summer programs are more than just camp. They offer opportunities for children, in grade PreK-8th grades, to learn through enriching activities that explore science and technology. Their weekly programs blend academics and recreation giving campers the chance to master skills, meet friends, enhance their knowledge and enjoy their summer.
Registration for Summer 2023 is in full swing and spaces are filling quickly. As of mid-December, we are already 50% full at our SJPDS location! Sibling discounts and multi-week discounts are automatically applied at check-out as long as all registrations are completed in one registration. Guarantee your child’s spot and register today! Questions? Email [email protected]
 
 
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Location: St. John's Parish Day School, 9130 Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD, 21042

Camp Director

Mr. Gregory Wright
For questions, contact our Camp Director.