

Register Now for Summer Camp at St. Anne’s
Ages 3–13
June 15–August 7
Half Day & Full Day Options
Traditional + Specialty Camps
Held at St. Anne’s in Middletown
Heron Day Camp at St. Anne’s offers thoughtfully designed summer experiences for children ages 3–13 in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment.
Summer Camp for Preschool Through Middle School
Heron Day Camp offers thoughtfully designed summer experiences for children ages 3–13 in a safe, supportive environment.
Dates / Weeks Offered
Heron Day Camp runs from June 15–August 7. Families may register by the week.
Ages / Grades Served
Camp is available for Preschool through Middle School students. Program options vary by age and camp type.
Location
Heron Day Camp is hosted on the campus of St. Anne’s Episcopal School in Middletown, DE.
WEEKLY TUITION AND EXTENDED CARE
A Typical Day at Camp
A typical camp day includes supervised drop-off, engaging activities, outdoor play, lunch or snack breaks, and structured pick-up.
Important: Schedules may vary by camp and age group. Please refer to your registration confirmation for exact times and details.
Explore Our 2026 Summer Camps
Heron Day Camp offers a range of camp experiences for children of different ages, interests, and stages of development. Families can choose from Traditional Camp and a variety of Specialty Camps.
Traditional Camps
Traditional Camp offers full-day summer fun through hands-on activities, outdoor play, creative projects, and themed weekly experiences.
Campers enjoy a welcoming environment where they can explore, make friends, and stay active throughout the summer.
Heron Day Camp is designed to give children meaningful summer days and families peace of mind.
Specialty Camps
Specialty Camps give children the chance to explore favorite interests through focused, hands-on experiences. Options vary by age and may include sports, creative arts, STEM, cooking, nature, and more.
Families can explore camps by age group to find the best fit for their child.
- Summer Wellness in the Woods
- Whisk it Up Kids Cooking and Baking Camp
- Fairytales and Foes Adventure Camp
- Chess
- Co-Ed Volleyball
- Digital Dreamer:Unleash Your Inner Coder,
- Survival Adventure
- Design-A-Park Math Camp
- Summer Stage
- Creative Writing
- Build, Code, Compete: Vex Robotics Summer Camp,
- Soccer Shots
- Executive Functioning Back-To-School- Bootcamp
- Field Hockey, Wings and Wands: A Wizarding Journey, and Mindful Explorers Camp.
Age requirement depends on the specific camp. All camps require a minimum of 8 campers for the camp to run.
👉 View Specialty Camps Sessions
Specialty Camps by Age
Rising K-1
Rising Kindergarten
Soccer Shots
For Rising Kindergarten through 3rd Graders
Group Size: Maximum of 20
At Soccer Shots, soccer is more than just a game. Our engaging, age-appropriate programs introduce children to the fundamentals of soccer while fostering teamwork, respect, and confidence. We create a positive, non-competitive environment where every child can learn and grow – all while having tons of FUN! Our goal is to instill a love for movement and build healthy habits that extend far beyond the soccer field.
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising Kindergartners and 1st Graders
- June 15 - 19
- July 6 - 10
- June 27 - 31
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
Our camp offers a positive, calm, and nurturing environment where children can move, explore, and learn outdoors. Through simple, playful, and discovery-focused activities—including outdoor games, creative projects, and mindfulness exercises like simple yoga—campers will cultivate a love for nature and build confidence and teamwork skills. Activities emphasize sensory exploration and hands-on learning, with examples such as nature scavenger hunts, listening walks, and story circles in the woods
Rising 1st Grade
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising Kindergartners and 1st Graders
- June 15 - 19
- July 6 - 10
- June 27 - 31
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
Our camp offers a positive, calm, and nurturing environment where children can move, explore, and learn outdoors. Through simple, playful, and discovery-focused activities—including outdoor games, creative projects, and mindfulness exercises like simple yoga—campers will cultivate a love for nature and build confidence and teamwork skills. Activities emphasize sensory exploration and hands-on learning, with examples such as nature scavenger hunts, listening walks, and story circles in the woods
Welcome to Fairy Tale and Foes Adventure Camp!
For Rising 1st through 3rd Graders
Session:
- June 15 - 19
- June 22 - 26
- June 29 -July 2
Camp Leader: Tara Liguori
Group Size: Maximum of 12 Campers
Throughout this immersive week, campers will breathe life into classic tales by tackling engaging STEM challenges, creating imaginative crafts, and solving story-inspired problems. Each day is structured to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and ensure collaboration as children explore and uncover the enduring magic of storytelling.
Students will step into the roles of fairy tale detectives, embarking on mysteries and quests inspired by cherished characters. The adventure includes: Constructing enchanted LEGO creations, Engineering clever contraptions to assist storybook heroes, Deciphering clues to outsmart classic foes, and Discovering famous artists while producing their own whimsical masterpieces.
Prepare for an unforgettable week of discovery, adventure, and applied learning, where every participant emerges as the true hero of their own narrative! Please note: To ensure a fresh and unique experience for returning campers, a different fairy tale will be featured each week.
Soccer Shots
For Rising Kindergarten through 3rd Graders
Group Size: Maximum of 20
At Soccer Shots, soccer is more than just a game. Our engaging, age-appropriate programs introduce children to the fundamentals of soccer while fostering teamwork, respect, and confidence. We create a positive, non-competitive environment where every child can learn and grow – all while having tons of FUN! Our goal is to instill a love for movement and build healthy habits that extend far beyond the soccer field.
Summer Stage - Full Day
For Rising 1st through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: James Fuerst
Group Size: Maximum 20 Campers
It will be an exciting week of exploring the theater arts with young artists while finding our voices on stage and behind!Join The St. Anne’s Heron Stagecrafters for a fun and action-packed week of acting, singing, and stage tech! No experience is necessary to participate as an actor, vocalist, or stagehand. We will cover many aspects of the theater arts, starting the week by casting short one-act plays while simultaneously building the sets, organizing costumes and props, and setting up the staging, lighting, and sound. The week will culminate in a showcase performance on Friday, July 24.
Rising 2nd-4th Grade
Rising 2nd Grade
Chess Camp
For Rising 2nd through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Coach Greg
Group Size: Maximum of 20 Campers
Join Coach Greg, a Pennsylvania and Delaware Scholastics Chess Champion, for an engaging half-day Chess Camp! This exciting strategy camp is designed for students who have completed 1st through 8th grade. Learn the game, sharpen your attacks, and have fun!
Instruction is tailored to three skill levels:
Beginners: Master the fundamental rules and moves to become a competent player.
Novice: Develop essential techniques, including piece development, center control, creating weaknesses, attacking the enemy king, and tactical analysis.
Intermediate: Explore various openings, study critical endgames, analyze complex middle-game positions, expand your attacking repertoire, and gain access to online instructional support.
Summer Stage - Full Day
For Rising 1st through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: James Fuerst
Group Size: Maximum 20 Campers
It will be an exciting week of exploring the theater arts with young artists while finding our voices on stage and behind!Join The St. Anne’s Heron Stagecrafters for a fun and action-packed week of acting, singing, and stage tech! No experience is necessary to participate as an actor, vocalist, or stagehand. We will cover many aspects of the theater arts, starting the week by casting short one-act plays while simultaneously building the sets, organizing costumes and props, and setting up the staging, lighting, and sound. The week will culminate in a showcase performance on Friday, July 24.
Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp
For Rising 2nd through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Alex Bydlon
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
This Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp for rising 2-4 provides a fun, supportive environment where children learn the foundational skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. Through games, hands-on activities, and guided practice, students will build executive functioning skills such as planning, organization, time management, task initiation, working memory, self-control, attention flexibility, perseverance, and early metacognitive awareness. Study skills are taught in concrete, developmentally appropriate ways that help children understand routines, follow directions, and complete tasks more independently. Emotional regulation is intentionally incorporated through movement, yoga, and body-based strategies to help students calm their bodies, focus their minds, and develop healthy coping tools they can use both in and out of the classroom.
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising 2nd and 3rd Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
Our Wellness in the Woods summer camp offers a fun, peaceful place for kids to move, explore nature, and learn through outdoor games, mindfulness activities, and creative projects. Campers build confidence, teamwork, and a love of the outdoors all while enjoying a calm, positive camp experience. They will gain a deeper understanding of mindfulness, yoga, and other wellness concepts. Activities include engaging in hikes, building things, and group challenges, while practicing safe participation and following instructions well. Examples of activities are journaling in nature, beginner forest bathing, mindful hiking, team building games, and learning coping strategies.
Mindfulness Explorers Camp
For Rising 1st through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Liz Agamie
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
Mindful Explorers Camp is a fun, peaceful summer camp where kids get to play outside, explore the woods, sit by the lake, move their bodies, make art, and learn simple ways to feel calm and happy. We’ll practice yoga, breathing, gratitude, mindful games, and nature journaling while making new friends and enjoying the beauty of our campus.
Welcome to Fairy Tale and Foes Adventure Camp!
For Rising 1st through 3rd Graders
Session:
- June 15 - 19
- June 22 - 26
- June 29 -July 2
Camp Leader: Tara Liguori
Group Size: Maximum of 12 Campers
Throughout this immersive week, campers will breathe life into classic tales by tackling engaging STEM challenges, creating imaginative crafts, and solving story-inspired problems. Each day is structured to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and ensure collaboration as children explore and uncover the enduring magic of storytelling.
Students will step into the roles of fairy tale detectives, embarking on mysteries and quests inspired by cherished characters. The adventure includes: Constructing enchanted LEGO creations, Engineering clever contraptions to assist storybook heroes, Deciphering clues to outsmart classic foes, and Discovering famous artists while producing their own whimsical masterpieces.
Prepare for an unforgettable week of discovery, adventure, and applied learning, where every participant emerges as the true hero of their own narrative! Please note: To ensure a fresh and unique experience for returning campers, a different fairy tale will be featured each week.
Whisk It Up Kids Cooking and Baking Camp
For Rising 2nd through 5th Graders
- June 15 - 19
- July 13 - 17
Camp Leader: Niya Evans, owner and baker of Kee’s Cupcakes in Smyrna
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
The Junior Chefs & Sweet Treats Culinary Adventure Camp is an immersive, week-long experience designed for young aspiring chefs. The goal is to build foundational kitchen skills, confidence, foster creativity, and emphasize teamwork in a safe, fun, and hands-on environment. Campers will be actively involved in preparing a diverse array of kid-friendly dishes, balancing savory cooking with delightful baking. Critical skills learned include proper kitchen safety and hygiene, fundamental measuring techniques, basic food preparation methods (chopping, stirring, kneading), and following recipes (literacy and comprehension). Each day is structured around a savory cooking activity and a baking project, with themes like Breakfast Favorites, Comfort Foods from Around the World, Sweet Treats and Dessert Decorating, and Healthy Snacks and Simple Meals. Beyond culinary skills, the curriculum promotes important life skills such as Responsibility, Independence, Patience, Teamwork, and a profound sense of Confidence Building. The week culminates in an exciting Cooking Challenge and Celebration, where each camper receives an official Certificate of Completion and a curated Recipe Pack to continue their culinary journey at home. This camp will take a trip to Kee's Bakery on June 17.
Soccer Shots
For Rising Kindergarten through 3rd Graders
Group Size: Maximum of 20
At Soccer Shots, soccer is more than just a game. Our engaging, age-appropriate programs introduce children to the fundamentals of soccer while fostering teamwork, respect, and confidence. We create a positive, non-competitive environment where every child can learn and grow – all while having tons of FUN! Our goal is to instill a love for movement and build healthy habits that extend far beyond the soccer field.
Mindfulness Explorers Camp
For Rising 1st through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Liz Agamie
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
Mindful Explorers Camp is a fun, peaceful summer camp where kids get to play outside, explore the woods, sit by the lake, move their bodies, make art, and learn simple ways to feel calm and happy. We’ll practice yoga, breathing, gratitude, mindful games, and nature journaling while making new friends and enjoying the beauty of our campus.
Rising 3rd Grade
Chess Camp
For Rising 2nd through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Coach Greg
Group Size: Maximum of 20 Campers
Join Coach Greg, a Pennsylvania and Delaware Scholastics Chess Champion, for an engaging half-day Chess Camp! This exciting strategy camp is designed for students who have completed 1st through 8th grade. Learn the game, sharpen your attacks, and have fun!
Instruction is tailored to three skill levels:
Beginners: Master the fundamental rules and moves to become a competent player.
Novice: Develop essential techniques, including piece development, center control, creating weaknesses, attacking the enemy king, and tactical analysis.
Intermediate: Explore various openings, study critical endgames, analyze complex middle-game positions, expand your attacking repertoire, and gain access to online instructional support.
Summer Stage - Full Day
For Rising 1st through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: James Fuerst
Group Size: Maximum 20 Campers
It will be an exciting week of exploring the theater arts with young artists while finding our voices on stage and behind!Join The St. Anne’s Heron Stagecrafters for a fun and action-packed week of acting, singing, and stage tech! No experience is necessary to participate as an actor, vocalist, or stagehand. We will cover many aspects of the theater arts, starting the week by casting short one-act plays while simultaneously building the sets, organizing costumes and props, and setting up the staging, lighting, and sound. The week will culminate in a showcase performance on Friday, July 24.
Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp
For Rising 2nd through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Alex Bydlon
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
This Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp for rising 2-4 provides a fun, supportive environment where children learn the foundational skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. Through games, hands-on activities, and guided practice, students will build executive functioning skills such as planning, organization, time management, task initiation, working memory, self-control, attention flexibility, perseverance, and early metacognitive awareness. Study skills are taught in concrete, developmentally appropriate ways that help children understand routines, follow directions, and complete tasks more independently. Emotional regulation is intentionally incorporated through movement, yoga, and body-based strategies to help students calm their bodies, focus their minds, and develop healthy coping tools they can use both in and out of the classroom.
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising 2nd and 3rd Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
Our Wellness in the Woods summer camp offers a fun, peaceful place for kids to move, explore nature, and learn through outdoor games, mindfulness activities, and creative projects. Campers build confidence, teamwork, and a love of the outdoors all while enjoying a calm, positive camp experience. They will gain a deeper understanding of mindfulness, yoga, and other wellness concepts. Activities include engaging in hikes, building things, and group challenges, while practicing safe participation and following instructions well. Examples of activities are journaling in nature, beginner forest bathing, mindful hiking, team building games, and learning coping strategies.
Whisk It Up Kids Cooking and Baking Camp
For Rising 2nd through 5th Graders
- June 15 - 19
- July 13 - 17
Camp Leader: Niya Evans, owner and baker of Kee’s Cupcakes in Smyrna
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
The Junior Chefs & Sweet Treats Culinary Adventure Camp is an immersive, week-long experience designed for young aspiring chefs. The goal is to build foundational kitchen skills, confidence, foster creativity, and emphasize teamwork in a safe, fun, and hands-on environment. Campers will be actively involved in preparing a diverse array of kid-friendly dishes, balancing savory cooking with delightful baking. Critical skills learned include proper kitchen safety and hygiene, fundamental measuring techniques, basic food preparation methods (chopping, stirring, kneading), and following recipes (literacy and comprehension). Each day is structured around a savory cooking activity and a baking project, with themes like Breakfast Favorites, Comfort Foods from Around the World, Sweet Treats and Dessert Decorating, and Healthy Snacks and Simple Meals. Beyond culinary skills, the curriculum promotes important life skills such as Responsibility, Independence, Patience, Teamwork, and a profound sense of Confidence Building. The week culminates in an exciting Cooking Challenge and Celebration, where each camper receives an official Certificate of Completion and a curated Recipe Pack to continue their culinary journey at home. This camp will take a trip to Kee's Bakery on June 17.
Build, Code, Compete! VEX Robotics Summer Camp
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
Camp Leader: Caitlin Egan
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
Gear up for a week of hands-on engineering and dive into the world of robotics using VEX EXP equipment. Campers will design, build, and program their own base bot and claw bot as they explore engineering fundamentals, creative problem solving, and teamwork. Each day will bring a new challenge: navigating an obstacle course, completing engineering missions, and experimenting with different robot builds. No experience needed–just curiosity, creativity, and a desire to make something awesome.
Welcome to Fairy Tale and Foes Adventure Camp!
For Rising 1st through 3rd Graders
Session:
- June 15 - 19
- June 22 - 26
- June 29 -July 2
Camp Leader: Tara Liguori
Group Size: Maximum of 12 Campers
Throughout this immersive week, campers will breathe life into classic tales by tackling engaging STEM challenges, creating imaginative crafts, and solving story-inspired problems. Each day is structured to ignite curiosity, foster creativity, and ensure collaboration as children explore and uncover the enduring magic of storytelling.
Students will step into the roles of fairy tale detectives, embarking on mysteries and quests inspired by cherished characters. The adventure includes: Constructing enchanted LEGO creations, Engineering clever contraptions to assist storybook heroes, Deciphering clues to outsmart classic foes, and Discovering famous artists while producing their own whimsical masterpieces.
Prepare for an unforgettable week of discovery, adventure, and applied learning, where every participant emerges as the true hero of their own narrative! Please note: To ensure a fresh and unique experience for returning campers, a different fairy tale will be featured each week.
Mindfulness Explorers Camp
For Rising 1st through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Liz Agamie
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
Mindful Explorers Camp is a fun, peaceful summer camp where kids get to play outside, explore the woods, sit by the lake, move their bodies, make art, and learn simple ways to feel calm and happy. We’ll practice yoga, breathing, gratitude, mindful games, and nature journaling while making new friends and enjoying the beauty of our campus.
Soccer Shots
For Rising Kindergarten through 3rd Graders
Group Size: Maximum of 20
At Soccer Shots, soccer is more than just a game. Our engaging, age-appropriate programs introduce children to the fundamentals of soccer while fostering teamwork, respect, and confidence. We create a positive, non-competitive environment where every child can learn and grow – all while having tons of FUN! Our goal is to instill a love for movement and build healthy habits that extend far beyond the soccer field.
Digital Dreamer: Unleash your Inner Coder!
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
July 6 - 10
Camp Leader: Caitlin Egan
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
Are you ready to go from playing games to making them? Using Scratch, a free, block-based programming language developed by MIT, campers will learn the essential building blocks of computer science in a highly creative, low-pressure environment. Over five days, campers will dive into making their own animated stories, designing interactive games, and building digital art projects. They won't just learn "code" they'll develop crucial life skills like problem-solving, logical thinking, and project design that are valuable in any future career.
Rising 4th Grade
Chess Camp
For Rising 2nd through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Coach Greg
Group Size: Maximum of 20 Campers
Join Coach Greg, a Pennsylvania and Delaware Scholastics Chess Champion, for an engaging half-day Chess Camp! This exciting strategy camp is designed for students who have completed 1st through 8th grade. Learn the game, sharpen your attacks, and have fun!
Instruction is tailored to three skill levels:
Beginners: Master the fundamental rules and moves to become a competent player.
Novice: Develop essential techniques, including piece development, center control, creating weaknesses, attacking the enemy king, and tactical analysis.
Intermediate: Explore various openings, study critical endgames, analyze complex middle-game positions, expand your attacking repertoire, and gain access to online instructional support.
Summer Stage - Full Day
For Rising 1st through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: James Fuerst
Group Size: Maximum 20 Campers
It will be an exciting week of exploring the theater arts with young artists while finding our voices on stage and behind!Join The St. Anne’s Heron Stagecrafters for a fun and action-packed week of acting, singing, and stage tech! No experience is necessary to participate as an actor, vocalist, or stagehand. We will cover many aspects of the theater arts, starting the week by casting short one-act plays while simultaneously building the sets, organizing costumes and props, and setting up the staging, lighting, and sound. The week will culminate in a showcase performance on Friday, July 24.
Design-A-Park Math Camp
For Rising 4th through 6th Graders
Camp Leader: Barbara Hoffer
Group Size: Maximum 12 CampersKids become amusement park designers in this hands-on project-based math camp! Using area, perimeter, scale drawings, and budgeting skills, campers will plan, design, and build their own amusement park from the ground up. Through collaborative challenges, creative problem-solving, and real-world math applications, students strengthen geometry skills while having fun! The week culminates in a final park model and presentation they'll be proud to share!
Field Hockey
For Rising 4th through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 14 campers
This camp is perfect for players of all skill levels, whether you’re just looking to sharpen your game. Led by experienced coaches, participants will learn fundamentals of field hockey, improve their skills and enjoy fun, competitive games. Our camp focuses on building confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game in a supportive, and energetic environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to develop your skills and make new friends this summer.
Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp
For Rising 2nd through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Alex Bydlon
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
This Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp for rising 2-4 provides a fun, supportive environment where children learn the foundational skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. Through games, hands-on activities, and guided practice, students will build executive functioning skills such as planning, organization, time management, task initiation, working memory, self-control, attention flexibility, perseverance, and early metacognitive awareness. Study skills are taught in concrete, developmentally appropriate ways that help children understand routines, follow directions, and complete tasks more independently. Emotional regulation is intentionally incorporated through movement, yoga, and body-based strategies to help students calm their bodies, focus their minds, and develop healthy coping tools they can use both in and out of the classroom.
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising 4th and 5th Graders
- June 29 - July 2
- July 20 - 26
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
Give your fourth or fifth grader a fun, peaceful place to move, explore nature, and learn! This program builds confidence, teamwork, and a love of the outdoors all while enjoying a calm, positive camp experience. Each refreshing day begins with calming mindfulness and gentle yoga to help students stretch, breathe, and get centered. Afterward, we head into the woods for hands-on activities, nature exploration, creative play, and team challenges. This program encourages movement, confidence, curiosity, and a strong connection to the outdoors, all in a fun, supportive environment.
Whisk It Up Kids Cooking and Baking Camp
For Rising 2nd through 5th Graders
- June 15 - 19
- July 13 - 17
Camp Leader: Niya Evans, owner and baker of Kee’s Cupcakes in Smyrna
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
The Junior Chefs & Sweet Treats Culinary Adventure Camp is an immersive, week-long experience designed for young aspiring chefs. The goal is to build foundational kitchen skills, confidence, foster creativity, and emphasize teamwork in a safe, fun, and hands-on environment. Campers will be actively involved in preparing a diverse array of kid-friendly dishes, balancing savory cooking with delightful baking. Critical skills learned include proper kitchen safety and hygiene, fundamental measuring techniques, basic food preparation methods (chopping, stirring, kneading), and following recipes (literacy and comprehension). Each day is structured around a savory cooking activity and a baking project, with themes like Breakfast Favorites, Comfort Foods from Around the World, Sweet Treats and Dessert Decorating, and Healthy Snacks and Simple Meals. Beyond culinary skills, the curriculum promotes important life skills such as Responsibility, Independence, Patience, Teamwork, and a profound sense of Confidence Building. The week culminates in an exciting Cooking Challenge and Celebration, where each camper receives an official Certificate of Completion and a curated Recipe Pack to continue their culinary journey at home. This camp will take a trip to Kee's Bakery on June 17.
Build, Code, Compete! VEX Robotics Summer Camp
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
Camp Leader: Caitlin Egan
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
Gear up for a week of hands-on engineering and dive into the world of robotics using VEX EXP equipment. Campers will design, build, and program their own base bot and claw bot as they explore engineering fundamentals, creative problem solving, and teamwork. Each day will bring a new challenge: navigating an obstacle course, completing engineering missions, and experimenting with different robot builds. No experience needed–just curiosity, creativity, and a desire to make something awesome.
Mindfulness Explorers Camp
For Rising 1st through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Liz Agamie
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
Mindful Explorers Camp is a fun, peaceful summer camp where kids get to play outside, explore the woods, sit by the lake, move their bodies, make art, and learn simple ways to feel calm and happy. We’ll practice yoga, breathing, gratitude, mindful games, and nature journaling while making new friends and enjoying the beauty of our campus.
Sultana Camp - Waterfront camp on the Chesapeake Bay
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
This trip is ideal for students interested in exploring the Chesapeake Bay while spending quality time with their St. Anne’s classmates prior to the start of the new school year. Days are filled with kayaking, fishing, swimming, and beachcombing, while evenings are spent camping in tents, playing games, and relaxing around the campfire at a waterfront basecamp on a private Eastern Shore farm. SEF’s experienced staff provide individualized instruction in safety and paddling skills, and all food and camping gear are provided.
Digital Dreamer: Unleash your Inner Coder!
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
July 6 - 10
Camp Leader: Caitlin Egan
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
Are you ready to go from playing games to making them? Using Scratch, a free, block-based programming language developed by MIT, campers will learn the essential building blocks of computer science in a highly creative, low-pressure environment. Over five days, campers will dive into making their own animated stories, designing interactive games, and building digital art projects. They won't just learn "code" they'll develop crucial life skills like problem-solving, logical thinking, and project design that are valuable in any future career.
Rising 5th - 8th Grade
Chess Camp
For Rising 2nd through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Coach Greg
Group Size: Maximum of 20 Campers
Join Coach Greg, a Pennsylvania and Delaware Scholastics Chess Champion, for an engaging half-day Chess Camp! This exciting strategy camp is designed for students who have completed 1st through 8th grade. Learn the game, sharpen your attacks, and have fun!
Instruction is tailored to three skill levels:
Beginners: Master the fundamental rules and moves to become a competent player.
Novice: Develop essential techniques, including piece development, center control, creating weaknesses, attacking the enemy king, and tactical analysis.
Intermediate: Explore various openings, study critical endgames, analyze complex middle-game positions, expand your attacking repertoire, and gain access to online instructional support.
Sultana Camp - Waterfront camp on the chesapeake bay
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
This trip is ideal for students interested in exploring the Chesapeake Bay while spending quality time with their St. Anne’s classmates prior to the start of the new school year. Days are filled with kayaking, fishing, swimming, and beachcombing, while evenings are spent camping in tents, playing games, and relaxing around the campfire at a waterfront basecamp on a private Eastern Shore farm. SEF’s experienced staff provide individualized instruction in safety and paddling skills, and all food and camping gear are provided.
Mindfulness Explorers Camp
For Rising 1st through 4th Graders
August 3 - 7
Camp Leader: Liz Agamie
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
Mindful Explorers Camp is a fun, peaceful summer camp where kids get to play outside, explore the woods, sit by the lake, move their bodies, make art, and learn simple ways to feel calm and happy. We’ll practice yoga, breathing, gratitude, mindful games, and nature journaling while making new friends and enjoying the beauty of our campus.
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising 4th and 5th Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
Give your fourth or fifth grader a fun, peaceful place to move, explore nature, and learn! This program builds confidence, teamwork, and a love of the outdoors all while enjoying a calm, positive camp experience. Each refreshing day begins with calming mindfulness and gentle yoga to help students stretch, breathe, and get centered. Afterward, we head into the woods for hands-on activities, nature exploration, creative play, and team challenges. This program encourages movement, confidence, curiosity, and a strong connection to the outdoors, all in a fun, supportive environment.
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Co-Ed Volleyball
For Rising 6th through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Abby Close
Group Size: Maximum 20 Campers
Every session includes engaging activities like skill-building drills, interactive games, and friendly competitions. While learning is key, we always keep the focus on fun! The week culminates in game play and scrimmages where campers are placed on teams to apply their new skills in real-game situations within a supportive and exciting environment. Whether your athlete is a beginner or looking to sharpen their abilities, this camp offers the perfect mix of learning, teamwork, and unforgettable volleyball moments.
Field Hockey
For Rising 4th through 8th Graders
August 3 - 7
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 14 campers
This camp is perfect for players of all skill levels, whether you’re just looking to sharpen your game. Led by experienced coaches, participants will learn fundamentals of field hockey, improve their skills and enjoy fun, competitive games. Our camp focuses on building confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game in a supportive, and energetic environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to develop your skills and make new friends this summer.
Specialty Camps by Week
- Session 1 June 15-19
- Session 2 June 22 - 26
- Session 3 June 29 - July 2
- Session 4 July 6 - 10
- Session 5 July 13 - 17
- Session 6 July 20 - 24
- Session 7 - July 27 - 31
- Session 8 - August 3 - 7
- Sultana Camp - August 11 - 13, 2026
Session 1 June 15-19
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising Kindergarteners and 1st Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
This camp offers a calm, nurturing outdoor environment where children can move, explore, and learn through playful, discovery-based activities.
• Outdoor games
• Creative projects
• Mindfulness
• Nature walks
• Story time in the woods
Welcome to Fairy Tale and Foes Adventure Camp!
For Rising 1st through 3rd Graders
Camp Leader: Tara Liguori
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
This imaginative camp brings favorite fairy tales to life through creative play, hands-on projects, and story-inspired challenges. Campers may build, solve, create, and explore as they step into a world of adventure, teamwork, and imagination.
- STEM challenges
- Imaginative crafts
- Story-inspired problem solving
- Building and design activities
- A fresh fairy tale theme each week
Whisk It Up Kids Cooking and Baking Camp
For Rising 2nd through 5th Graders
Camp Leader: Niya Evans, owner and baker of Kee’s Cupcakes in Smyrna
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
This hands-on camp introduces young chefs to cooking and baking through kid-friendly recipes, kitchen skills, and creative food projects. Campers build confidence, practice teamwork, and learn safe food preparation in a fun, supportive environment.
- Cooking and baking projects
- Kitchen safety and hygiene
- Measuring, mixing, and following recipes
- Teamwork and confidence-building
- Field trip to Kee’s Bakery on June 17
Not Just Childcare. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience.
Session 2 June 22 - 26
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising 2nd and 3rd Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This nature-based camp gives children a calm, playful space to move, explore, and learn outdoors. Campers may enjoy games, creative projects, mindfulness activities, hikes, journaling, and hands-on nature experiences that help build confidence and connection.
• Outdoor games and movement
• Creative projects
• Mindfulness activities
• Hikes and nature exploration
• Journaling and hands-on outdoor learning
Welcome to Fairy Tale and Foes Adventure Camp!
For Rising 1st through 3rd Graders
Camp Leader: Tara Liguori
Group Size: Maximum of 12 Campers
This imaginative camp brings favorite fairy tales to life through creative play, hands-on projects, and story-inspired challenges. Campers may build, solve, create, and explore as they step into a world of adventure, teamwork, and imagination.
• STEM challenges
• Imaginative crafts
• Story-inspired problem solving
• Building and design activities
• A fresh fairy tale theme each week
Chess Camp
For Rising 2nd through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Coach Greg
Group Size: Maximum of 20 Campers
Join Coach Greg for an engaging half-day chess camp designed for rising 2nd through 8th graders. Campers will build strategy, strengthen problem-solving skills, and grow as players in a fun, supportive environment.
• Beginner, novice, and intermediate levels
• Rules, moves, and game strategy
• Tactics, openings, and endgames
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Led by scholastic chess champion Coach Greg
Not Just Childcare. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience.
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Session 3 June 29 - July 2
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising 4th and 5th Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This nature-based camp gives rising 4th and 5th graders a calm, supportive space to move, explore, and learn outdoors. Campers may enjoy mindfulness, gentle yoga, hands-on nature activities, creative play, and team challenges that build confidence, curiosity, and connection.
• Mindfulness and gentle yoga
• Nature exploration
• Hands-on outdoor activities
• Creative play and team challenges
• Confidence-building in a supportive setting
Not Just Childcare. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience.
Welcome to Fairy Tale and Foes Adventure Camp!
For Rising 1st through 3rd Graders
Camp Leader: Tara Liguori
Group Size: Maximum of 12 Campers
This imaginative camp brings favorite fairy tales to life through creative play, hands-on projects, and story-inspired challenges. Campers may build, solve, create, and explore as they step into a world of adventure, teamwork, and imagination.
• STEM challenges
• Imaginative crafts
• Story-inspired problem solving
• Building and design activities
• A different fairy tale featured each week
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Session 4 July 6 - 10
Digital Dreamer: Unleash Your Inner Coder!
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
Camp Leader: Caitlin Egan
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
This creative coding camp introduces campers to Scratch, MIT’s block-based programming platform, in a fun and supportive environment. Campers will design games, create animated stories, and build digital projects while developing problem-solving, logical thinking, and design skills.
• Intro to Scratch coding
• Animated stories and digital art
• Interactive game design
• Problem-solving and logical thinking
• Creative, beginner-friendly learning
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising Kindergartners and 1st Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This nature-based camp offers rising Kindergartners and 1st graders a calm, nurturing space to move, explore, and learn outdoors. Campers may enjoy outdoor games, creative projects, mindfulness activities, sensory exploration, and simple nature experiences that build confidence, teamwork, and a love of the outdoors.
• Outdoor games and movement
• Creative projects
• Mindfulness and simple yoga
• Sensory exploration
• Nature walks, scavenger hunts, and story circles
Co-Ed Volleyball
For Rising 6th through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Abby Close
Group Size: Maximum 20 Campers
This co-ed volleyball camp helps rising 6th through 8th graders build skills, grow confidence, and enjoy the game in a fun, supportive setting. Campers will practice through drills, games, and scrimmages while developing teamwork and applying their skills in real-game situations.
- Skill-building drills
- Interactive games
- Friendly competition
- Teamwork and confidence-building
- Scrimmages and game play
Not Just Childcare. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience.
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Session 5 July 13 - 17
Whisk It Up Kids Cooking and Baking Camp
For Rising 2nd through 5th Graders
Camp Leader: Niya Evans, owner and baker of Kee’s Cupcakes in Smyrna
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
This hands-on culinary camp invites rising 2nd through 5th graders to explore cooking and baking through kid-friendly recipes, creative food projects, and fun kitchen challenges. Campers build confidence, practice teamwork, and discover new flavors while learning practical skills in a supportive environment.
• Cooking and baking projects
• Kitchen skills and simple techniques
• Creative food challenges
• New flavors and ingredient exploration
• Field trip to Kee’s Cupcakes on July 15
Wellness Camp - Grades 1 & 2
For Rising 1st and 2nd Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This nature-based wellness camp gives rising 1st and 2nd graders a calm, supportive space to move, explore, and learn outdoors. Campers may enjoy mindfulness activities, simple yoga, hikes, creative projects, and team challenges that build confidence, teamwork, and a love of nature.
• Mindfulness and simple yoga
• Nature hikes and outdoor exploration
• Creative projects
• Team-building games and challenges
• Journaling, coping strategies, and wellness activities
Survival Adventure Camp
For Rising 5th through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: Rik Egan
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
This outdoor adventure camp gives rising 5th through 8th graders the chance to build practical skills, confidence, and teamwork through hands-on challenges. Campers may explore archery, shelter building, navigation, knots, and survival-based activities in a fun, supportive environment.
• Archery and safety skills
• Shelter building
• Navigation challenges
• Knot tying and problem-solving
• Ultimate survival simulation and archery tournament
Not Just Childcare. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience.
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Session 6 July 20 - 24
Summer Stage - Full Day
For Rising 1st through 8th Graders
Camp Leader: James Fuerst
Group Size: Maximum 20 Campers
This full-day theater camp invites rising 1st through 8th graders to explore acting, singing, and stage production in a fun, supportive environment. Campers may perform in short plays, help with sets, costumes, props, lighting, and sound, and work toward a showcase performance at the end of the week.
• Acting and singing
• Short one-act plays
• Sets, costumes, and props
• Lighting and sound
• Friday showcase performance on July 24
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising 4th and 5th Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This nature-based camp gives rising 4th and 5th graders a calm, supportive space to move, explore, and learn outdoors. Campers may enjoy mindfulness, gentle yoga, hands-on nature activities, creative play, and team challenges that build confidence, curiosity, and connection.
• Mindfulness and gentle yoga
• Nature exploration
• Hands-on outdoor activities
• Creative play and team challenges
• Confidence-building in a supportive setting
Not Just Childcare. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience.
Creative Writing
For Rising 5th through 8th Graders
Led by: Janine Young
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
This creative writing camp invites rising 5th through 8th graders to explore storytelling, poetry, comics, dialogue, and other forms of imaginative writing in a fun, supportive environment. Campers will strengthen their writing skills, develop their unique voice, and bring original ideas to life through creative prompts and guided practice.
• Stories, poetry, and creative prompts
• Dialogue and storytelling techniques
• Graphic comics and illustrated writing
• Voice, originality, and self-expression
• A supportive workshop-style environment
Soccer Shots
For Rising Kindergarten through 3rd Graders
Group Size: Maximum of 20 Campers
This active soccer camp introduces rising Kindergarten through 3rd graders to the fundamentals of the game in a fun, age-appropriate setting. Campers will build skills, confidence, teamwork, and a love of movement through positive coaching and engaging activities.
• Soccer fundamentals
• Age-appropriate skill development
• Teamwork and confidence-building
• Positive, non-competitive environment
• Fun, active play
Build, Code, Compete! VEX Robotics Summer Camp
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
Camp Leader: Caitlin Egan
Group Size: Maximum 12 Campers
This hands-on robotics camp introduces rising 3rd through 6th graders to engineering and coding through VEX EXP challenges. Campers will design, build, and program robots while developing problem-solving skills, creativity, and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment.
• Build and program VEX robots
• Engineering and coding basics
• Obstacle courses and team challenges
• Creative problem-solving
• Beginner-friendly, hands-on learning
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Session 7 - July 27 - 31
Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp
For Rising 2nd through 4th Graders
Camp Leader: Alex Bydlon
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This back-to-school camp helps rising 2nd through 4th graders build executive functioning skills in a fun, supportive environment. Through games, hands-on activities, movement, and guided practice, campers will strengthen organization, planning, focus, independence, and emotional regulation.
• Planning and organization
• Time management and task completion
• Focus, flexibility, and working memory
• Movement, yoga, and self-regulation strategies
• School-readiness skills for a strong start
Summer Wellness in the Woods - Full Day
For Rising Kindergartners and 1st Graders
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This nature-based camp offers rising Kindergartners and 1st graders a calm, nurturing space to move, explore, and learn outdoors. Campers may enjoy outdoor games, creative projects, mindfulness activities, sensory exploration, and simple nature experiences that build confidence, teamwork, and a love of the outdoors.
• Outdoor games and movement
• Creative projects
• Mindfulness and simple yoga
• Sensory exploration
• Nature walks, scavenger hunts, and story circles
Not Just Childcare. A Thoughtfully Designed Experience.
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Session 8 - August 3 - 7
Field Hockey
For Rising 4th through 8th Graders
August 3 - 7
Camp Leader: Ali DeFino
Group Size: Maximum 14 Campers
This field hockey camp helps rising 4th through 8th graders build skills, confidence, and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Campers of all experience levels will practice fundamentals, sharpen technique, and enjoy active game play throughout the week.
• Open to a range of skill levels
• Field hockey fundamentals
• Skill development and drills
• Teamwork and confidence-building
• Fun, active game play
Wings and Wands: A Wizarding Journey
For Rising 4th through 8th Graders
August 3 - 7
Camp Leader: Abby Close
Group Size: Maximum 14 Campers
This immersive camp invites rising 4th through 8th graders into a magical week of puzzles, games, and story-inspired adventures. Each day features hands-on challenges, teamwork, and creative problem-solving as campers explore a new part of the wizarding world.
• A new book-inspired theme each day
• Puzzles, clues, and escape-style challenges
• Teamwork and creative problem-solving
• Quidditch, Butterbeer, and wizarding games
• End-of-camp celebration
Mindfulness Explorers Camp
For Rising 1st through 4th Graders
August 3 - 7
Camp Leader: Liz Agamie
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This peaceful, nature-based camp invites rising 1st through 4th graders to explore the outdoors, move their bodies, create art, and practice simple mindfulness skills. Campers may enjoy yoga, breathing exercises, gratitude activities, mindful games, and nature journaling while building friendships and confidence.
• Outdoor exploration
• Yoga and breathing exercises
• Gratitude and mindfulness activities
• Art and nature journaling
• Friendship and confidence-building
Executive Functioning Back-to-School Boot Camp
For Rising 5th through 8th Graders
August 3 - 7
Camp Leader: Alex Bydlon
Group Size: Maximum 10 Campers
This back-to-school camp helps rising 5th through 8th graders build executive functioning skills in a fun, supportive environment. Through hands-on activities, guided practice, movement, and mindfulness, campers will strengthen organization, planning, focus, independence, and emotional regulation for a confident start to the school year.
• Planning and organization
• Time management and task completion
• Focus, flexibility, and working memory
• Movement, yoga, and mindfulness strategies
• School-readiness skills for a strong start
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Sultana Camp - August 11 - 13, 2026
Sultana Camp - Waterfront camp on the chesapeake bay
For Rising 3rd through 6th Graders
Group Size: Maximum 10 campers
This trip is ideal for students interested in exploring the Chesapeake Bay while spending quality time with their St. Anne’s classmates prior to the start of the new school year. Days are filled with kayaking, fishing, swimming, and beachcombing, while evenings are spent camping in tents, playing games, and relaxing around the campfire at a waterfront basecamp on a private Eastern Shore farm. SEF’s experienced staff provide individualized instruction in safety and paddling skills, and all food and camping gear are provided.
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
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Traditional Camp (Preschool - 8th Grade)
Our traditional camp offers a full-day summer experience with weekly themes, outdoor play, creative projects, and age-appropriate activities.
Nestlings
Nestlings are children who are age 3 before the start of camp. This group enjoys a nurturing morning program with outdoor exploration, hands-on activities, and early camp routines designed for younger learners. Preschool (Ages 3 and 4) - Must be completely independent in the bathroom.
Preschool / K–1 / Juveniles
From our youngest campers to older elementary students, each group enjoys weekly themes, outdoor exploration, arts and crafts, games, and classic Heron Day Camp traditions in an age-appropriate setting.
2026 Themes
- Session 1: Birds of a Feather June 15 - June 19
- Session 2: Roar and Explore - Dinosaurs June 22 - June 26
- Session 3: Stars and Stripes June 29 - July 2. There will be no camp on July 3.
- Session 4: Water World July 6 - July 10
- Session 5: Under the Sea July 13 - July 17
- Session 6: Metamorphosis Magic July 20 - 24
- Session 7: Native Species Among Us July 27 - July 31
- Session 8: Carnival Extravaganza August 3 - August 7
Calm & Nurturing
Small groups and caring adults create a steady, positive environment.
Engaging & Hands-On
Children move, create, build, explore, and learn through real experiences.
Confidence-Building
Kids try new things, collaborate, and grow in independence.
Joyful & Balanced
Children come home happy, proud, and ready to return each day.
Small by Design
Group sizes are intentionally limited so every child receives attention, guidance, and care.
Led by People Who Know Children
Our camps are led by trusted educators, coaches, artists, and specialists who understand how children learn and grow.
Whole-Child Focus
Confidence, teamwork, creativity, movement, and emotional well-being are woven into each day—not treated as extras.
By spring, many families are already worrying about summer.
Too much screen time.
Camps that feel chaotic or impersonal.
Large groups where kids get lost.
“Fun” that leaves children overstimulated and exhausted.
And the quiet question parents don’t always say out loud:
Is my child really okay all day?
Summer Shouldn't Feel This Stressful
Contact:
April Smallwood
ASmallwood@stannesde.org
There is another way to do summer.
Summer doesn’t have to feel like survival mode.
It can be calm.
It can be structured.
It can be meaningful.
And it can give parents peace of mind—while giving children days they genuinely enjoy.
A summer where children are known and supported.
A summer where children are known, supported, and genuinely excited to be here.