The morning schedule will consist of four structured activities and a snack. Campers will divide into age appropriate groups to attend each morning session.
Weekly Theme
Having a weekly theme at lower school summer camp is essential for creating a structured and engaging experience for young campers. Themes provide a cohesive focus, allowing for a variety of activities and projects centered around a central idea, which keeps children excited and motivated. This approach adds variety to the camp experience, ensuring that each week offers something new and intriguing, while also integrating educational elements into fun activities. Themes foster creativity and exploration, as campers delve into different concepts and apply their imagination in themed contexts. Additionally, a shared theme enhances teamwork and builds a sense of community, as children collaborate on projects and participate in group activities. Overall, weekly themes make the camp experience more dynamic, memorable, and enjoyable for everyone involved.
Physical Education
Each morning, campers will engage in focused, physical activity. We will stretch muscles and bodies with activities like basketball, tag games, soccer, tumbling, throwing and catching, and running. Children will have the opportunity to participate in a different physical activity each day of the week. In competitive and noncompetitive games, campers will develop cooperation and communication skills. This daily session will combine physical education with the fun of recess.
Design Space
At summer camp, a design space is a creative area where campers work on engaging design projects that fit within a single week long session. Campers may rotate through different stations or focus on one project at a time, such as crafting a themed item, building a simple model, or creating a group mural. This setup allows them to quickly dive into hands-on activities and see their creations come to life in a short amount of time. The design space encourages creativity and exploration, providing a fun and interactive environment where kids can experiment with different materials and techniques without the need for extensive refinement.
STEAM
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics, and it involves learning about these areas through hands-on activities. At summer camp, STEAM rotation means campers move through different activities each week that covers various STEAM topics. This setup keeps kids engaged and allows
them to explore each field in a fun, structured way. The daily activity may offer a new project or challenge, helping campers develop problem-solving skills and understand how STEM concepts apply to real life, all while having a great time.