Summer Programs

List of 6 items.

• Camp Greyhound Day Camp (Grades K-6)

  Week of June 3 - week of August 5 (10 weeks)

  8 00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

  Before care begins at 7: 15 a.m.

  Extended day until 5:30 p.m.

  $295 week/ $350 with extended day options

  
  

   Camp Greyhound Information

  • 12:1 student, counselor ratio
  • Swimming Mondays and Fridays at Green Valley
  • Camp fees include a nutritious lunch and snacks
  • Enrollment is based on the camper’s grade as of September 1, 2024
  • Camper drop-off is 8 a.m. and pick-up is 4 p.m.
  • Before care and extended care is available starting at 7:15 a.m. and ending at 5:30 p.m.  for an additional fee
  • Register for 4 or more weeks of camp at one time and receive a 10% discount on the weekly program fee
  • Register a sibling for 4 or more weeks at a time and receive an additional 10% discount on the weekly program fee

  
  

  For questions regarding Camp Greyhound, please contact summercamps@ycds.org.

• Cooking Camps

  Disney Cooking & Crafts

  Grades entering K - 3

  In this session, we are celebrating all things Disney! Each day, kid chefs will make themed snacks including Disney Dole Whips, Mickey Waffles, and "Frozen" Trail Mix. Daily crafts include decorating Disney journals, making mandalas, and personalizing a favorite character pillowcase. We will also have Disney-themed trivia, games, movie clips, and more!

   

  Please contact Michelle Schneider for more information at mschneider@ycds.org.

  
  
  

  Session 1 Dates: June 17 - 21 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
  Note: We will closed Wednesday June 19 for holiday. 

   

  Price for Session 1: $176
  
  
  Session 2 Dates: June 24 - 28 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
  
  Price for Session 2: $220 

• Art Camps

  Creative Clay Creations Art Camp -  

  Grades 2-6

  Creative Clay Creations art camp is the perfect session for little artists who love sculpting with clay.  For five mornings, your artist will create a variety of both functional and decorative pieces using slab, coil, and pinch sculpting methods.  Artists will learn hand-building and glaze techniques to make fun sculptures, mugs and more! 

  
  

  Schedule:
  

  June 10 - 14 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

  OR

  June 24 - 28 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

  
  

  For questions regarding this camp, please contact Amber Dacheux adacheux@ycds.org.

  
  

  Price: $250 

  
  

  Painting Art Camp

  Grades 2-6
  

  Painting Art Camp will experiment with a variety of mediums throughout the week such as acrylic, tempera, watercolor, and other creative mediums. Artists will explore designs and techniques of painting with a variety of tools, and materials, as well as alternative processes. This camp will develop skills in mixing and blending colors, creating values, composition and preparing artwork and space.

   

  Schedule: August 5 - 9 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

   

  For questions regarding this camp, please contact Amber Dacheux at adacheux@ycds.org.

   

  Price: $220

  
  

  Sculpture Art Camp

  Grades 2-6

  Sculpture Art Camp will explore paper mache, wire, cardboard, wood, and clay.  Artists will learn about transforming something two-dimensional into something three-dimensional and develop skills in creating armatures, forms, textures and finishes on their sculptures.  

   

  Schedule: July 8 - 12 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. 

   

  For questions regarding this camp, please contact Amber Dacheux at adacheux@ycds.org.

  
  

  Price: $250 

  
  

  
  Fiber Art Camp 

  Grades 2-6

  Fiber Art Camp explores the art of hand-sewing, embroidery, weaving, and needle felting. Artists will learn to create stuffed animals, pillows, and other accessories with fiber. 

   

  Schedule: July 22 - 26 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. 

   

  For questions regarding this camp, please contact Amber Dacheux at adacheux@ycds.org.

   

  Price: $220

• Preschool Camps

  Little Learners Camp - Campout!

  Ages 3-5 

  The children will be immersed in a preschool style campground. They will play games together, create art with a camping theme,  experience the outdoors with nature walks and lots of play, and sing camping style songs. Campers will even participate in a couple cooking projects.

  
  

  Please contact Jennifer Steel for more information at jsteel@ycds.org. 

  
  

  Date: June 10 - 14 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

  
  

  Price:$220

  
  
  

  Little Learners Camp - Olympics

  Ages 3-5

  Preschoolers will celebrate the 2024 olympics their own way with preschool appropriate events. Students will participate in an obstacle course, run, skip, and hop in races, show their strength, and use preschool appropriate equipment for a variety of events. They will play together in teams, and have tons of fun. Medals will even be won, but the children will make them first as part of a craft project.

  
  

  Please contact Jennifer Steel for more information at jsteel@ycds.org. 

  
  

  Date: June 17 - 21 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
  Note: We will be closed Wednesday June 19 for holiday. 

  
  

  Price:$176

  
  

• Robotics, Science, and STEAM Camps

  Explore Lego Robotics Camp

  Grades 2-3

  Play with lego gears, pulleys, and motors to construct various machines. Using the LEGO WeDo platform, as well as the process of design thinking, campers will design and build and program robotic systems. Students will practice using sensors to activate devices. Basic programming skills will be introduced. Creativity, perseverance, and teamwork will be celebrated and encouraged.

   

  Please contact Dennis Hearn for more information at dhearn@ycds.org.

   

  Schedule: June 3 - 7 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

  OR

  Schedule: June 10 - 14 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

   

  Price: $220

  
  

  
  First Lego League- Art and STEM

  Grades 4-8

  The incorporation of art into STEM provides a perfect challenge for aspiring engineers. Join the YCDS FTC teams - the Gearhounds #9242 and the Hackin' Hounds #21234 - in tackling some creative challenges that will simulate what engineers consider when designing communication and entertainment systems.

   

  Using the LEGO Mindstorms SPIKE Prime platform, as well as the process of design thinking, campers will design and build robotic systems that will activate entertainment models, create art, transport audience members, interact with industry experts, and more.

   

  Students will practice navigating to a specific location, collecting and moving materials, and identifying the environment with the touch, ultrasonic, and color sensors. Basic programming skills will be highlighted with advanced programming skills introduced based on the skills of the campers. Creativity, perseverance, and teamwork will be celebrated and encouraged. 3-2-1 LEGO!

   

  Please contact Elizabeth Charleston for more information at echarles@ycds.org

   

  Session 1: June 17 - 21 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.
  Note: We will be closed Wednesday June 19 for holiday. 
  
  Session 1 Price: $176 ( 4 day week)

  OR

  Session 2: June 24 - 28 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

   

  Session 2 Price: $220 

  
  
  

  FIRST Tech Challenge Experience

  Grades 7-9

  FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) students learn to think like engineers. Teams design, build, and code robots to compete in an alliance format against other teams.

   

  In this week-long intensive camp, students will work as part of a team and use FTC hardware and software to design, build, and program an FTC robot from the ground up. After learning some basic functions of their robot, teams will tackle some of the required tasks from the previous season’s FTC game, competing on a full FTC field with all game elements in a fun and exciting tournament. Lunch will be provided June 10-13. 

   

  Please contact Elizabeth Charleston for more information at echarles@ycds.org

   

  Schedule:
  June 10 - 13 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. 
  &
  Friday June 14 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

   

  Price: $425 per session

• Academic Camps

   

  Kindergarten Readiness Camp

  Age: Entering Kindergarten 

  One of the greatest transitions in a child’s life is moving from the preschool age to kindergarten. Are you wondering what skills your child needs to be ready for Kindergarten? Join Mrs. Wallace as she works with students on kindergarten readiness skills. In this session, students will work on letters, numbers, and pre-literacy skills.  Your child is sure to learn new skills, play, and meet new friends!

  
  Schedule:
  July 22 - July 26 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

  
  

  For questions regarding the Kindergarten Readiness Camp, please contact Regina Wallace at rwallac2@ycds.org 

  
  

  Price: $220 

  
  Math Skills Camp 

  Grades 1 and 2 

  Mathematics is a vital subject that plays a crucial role in the early education of your child. To ensure their continuous growth and prevent any setbacks during the summer break, we have developed an exclusive Math Camp tailored specifically for first and second grade students.

   

  During this specialized camp, your child will focus solely on strengthening their math skills by revisiting crucial concepts from the previous school year or gaining a head start on the upcoming academic year. Our Math Camp provides an immersive and engaging learning environment where your child can thrive.

   

  Using a variety of interactive activities such as games, one-on-one instruction, problem-solving tasks, and hands-on exercises, your child will actively learn and develop a solid foundation in mathematics. Join us for an unforgettable Math Camp experience that will empower your child with the mathematical skills they need to excel in their academic journey!

   

  Schedule: July 22 - 26 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

   

  Please contact Beatrice Heath for more information bheath3@ycds.org

   

  Price: $220
  
  

  Reading Skills Camp

  Grades 1-2

  Maintaining reading skills over the summer can be a challenge. This camp helps support your child’s reading skills by providing them with one on one time with a teacher as well as small group instruction. Your child will have the opportunity to practice their reading skills from the previous year or get a jumpstart into their next school year. Our reading session will also include a “book study” where students will participate in creative writing and project based activities that help bring a book to life. At the end of the session, the teacher will provide activities to use throughout the summer to maintain their reading ability and stamina.

   

  Schedule: June 10 - 14 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

   

  Please contact Kelly Linnell at klinnell@ycds.org for more information.

   

  Price: $220

  
  
  World Culture Camp

  Grades 2-4

  Embark on a global journey of discovery at our World Cultures Camp! Join us for an immersive and enriching experience where campers explore the rich tapestry of traditions, customs, and lifestyles from across the globe. Campers will gain a deeper understanding of different societies, through stories and crafts, and develop a global perspective that will last a lifetime. Come and be part of a unique and exciting adventure that bridges continents and fosters a love for cultural exploration at World Cultures Camp!

   

  Please contact Suzanne Burt for more information sburt@ycds.org.

   

  Schedule: June 24 - 28 ∎ 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

   

  Price: $220