Summer at St. Mary’s

Munchkin Camps
This unique experience for our youngest campers will be filled with many of the same fun activities as the big day camp but scheduled at Munchkin pace. Munchkins learn through art, music, free-play, storytelling, and water play. Each week has a different theme with a dress-up day on Wednesday and a special activity on Friday.
For girls and boys in rising grades PK - JK
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $165 each week (Early-Bird Special: $150 before May 1, 2022)

Day Camps
Every day is loaded with fun adventures from exploring nature, creating tasty treats, playing field games, cooling off at the pool, and more. Whatever the activity, campers will delight in discovering new and exciting experiences and making new friends. Each camper belongs to a core group assigned by grade level that travels to activities with songs and smiles along the way. We provide snacks, but campers will need to bring a sack lunch each day. Our trained activity leaders keep campers smiling with new projects. Campers will remember their group leaders for years to come. Each week of camp has a different theme with a dress-up day on Wednesday and a special activity on Friday.
For boys and girls in rising SK and girls in rising grades 1 - 7
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $215 per week (Early-bird Special: $200 before May 1, 2022)

Half Day Camp
Summer at St. Mary’s also offers half-day options for our day camp. These can be attached to any specialty camp or chosen as a singular option. 
For boys and girls in rising SK and girls in rising grades 1 - 7
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. or 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $110 per week

Weekly Themes
May 31 - June 3: Aloha, Summer (St. Mary’s Families Only)
June 6 - 10: Fun on the Farm
June 13 - 17: Amazing Race
June 20 - 24: Decade Week
June 27 - July 1: Party in the U.S.A.
July 11 - 15: Join the Circus
July 18  - 22: Christmas in July
July 25 - 29: Hollywood
August 1 - 5: Summer Safari
Note: Summer at St. Mary’s is closed the week of July 4 - 8 to observe Independence Day, July 4. 

Aloha Summer 
This camp is currently full. Please email Jenny Madden to be placed on the waiting list. 
Let's hula and celebrate the start of summer the Hawaiian way! Campers will be transported to the beach to enjoy crafts, water play, group games, and so much more as we get started on a great summer at St. Mary's.
Schedule: May 31 - June 3 | Tuesday – Friday

Fun on the Farm
Grab a partner and do-si-do down to St. Mary's for a fun week on the farm! We have a lot of work to do - herd the cattle, feed the chickens, and saddle up the horses. Campers will get to experience what it's like to live on a farm. Dust off your cowboy hat, pull on those overalls, and giddy up for a week of themed games, crafts, treats, and more.
Schedule: June 6 - 10 | Monday – Friday

Amazing Race
Grab your bag, pack your snacks, and don't forget your keys! We will discover clues and race our way to different cities, making pit stops at must see attractions. Each of our crafts, snacks, games, and activities will be themed based on where we end up. Come ready to explore and investigate while we race to the finish!
Schedule: June 13 - 17 | Monday – Friday

Decade Week
Welcome to the 1920's, or the 1950's or the 1980's! You pick the decade and grab your costume, put on your wig, and make sure your decade is known! Games, crafts, snacks, and more will all be themed around the best of each decade. Get ready to show off your style and travel back in time to a different decade!
Schedule: June 20 - 24 | Monday – Friday

Party in the U. S. A.
Show your patriotic spirit and celebrate the 4th of July all week long. Wear your red, white, and blue, and let's take fun to the next level. Campers will celebrate Independence Day with crafts and games that are not only entertaining but will also camp themed. Get the fireworks ready, there's a party in the U. S. A. !
Schedule: June 27 -  July 1 | Monday – Friday

Join the Circus
Let's go to the circus for the second half of summer. We will create the greatest show on earth... you can't imagine all the fun we have in store. This week will be full of color, imagination, and whimsy as we create themed crafts, treats, and more. We will go on Circus adventures and whip up entertaining activities, so make sure you are ready to join the circus.
Schedule: July 11 - 15 | Monday – Friday

Christmas in July
It's Christmas in July! Let's celebrate all of the Holidays of the season with arts and crafts, and a lot of merrymaking fun! Campers are sure to "deck the halls, " and spread some holiday cheer throughout by playing reindeer games, reading holiday stories, and singing our favorite Christmas carols. We are going to have a "holly jolly Christmas" in July!
Schedule: July 18 - 22 | Monday – Friday

Hollywood
Lights, camera, action! It's time for our campers to walk the red carpet and show off their talents. From the moment you step out of the car, St. Mary's paparazzi will be there to get a glimpse of the bright young star that everybody knows you are! Dress to impress and get ready for a week of art projects, activities, and more that will be sure to get you noticed by all of Hollywood.
Schedule: July 25 - 29 | Monday – Friday

Summer Safari
Summer is ending, and we need to take a trip! We will trek through the desert, and be on the lookout for all types of wild animals. Each day, we will explore the crafts, activities, games that you might find when on Safari. Campers are going to have a roaring good time as we say goodbye to summer!
Schedule: August 1 - 5 | Monday – Friday

Additional Care Options
Summer at St. Mary’s offers a variety of options for parents in need of care beyond the hours of the regular day, munchkin, or specialty camps during select summer programs at an additional cost. Registration is required for all extended day, before, and after care options.

Extended Day for Munchkins (PK and JK boys and girls)
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Cost: $60 per week

Early Care
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. 
Cost: $25 per week

After Care
Schedule: Monday - Friday | 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. 
Cost: $40 per week

Spy Science
Campers will learn the science behind everything SPY in a clever mix of chemistry, physics, and biology. Their activities include dusting for fingerprints, using microscopes to analyze evidence, extracting DNA, and writing in invisible ink. They will even build intruder alarms and learn to crack secret codes. This camp is a perfect fit for super-spies and scientists alike!  Become a secret spy and take a fascinating journey into the world of forensic science. Don't forget to bring the perfect disguise!
Instructor: Creative Education
Grades: rising 1st - 5th
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30 a. m. –  11:30 a. m.
Cost: $215

Our Rising Grade Camps are for St. Mary's girls only. 

Step into St. Mary’s Place
This camp is currently full. Please email Jenny Madden to be placed on the waiting list.
It’s your first experience at big girl school and we can’t wait to have you! Come and join us for an introduction into the magical world of St. Mary’s Place. Each day we will visit a new special subject, learn about your new school, and get ready for a wonderful first year of school. Come just one day or all four!
Instructors: Allison Coates 
Schedule: July 25-28 | Monday – Thursday | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $40 per day  

Prep for Pre–K 
Get your little girl ready for school at St. Mary’s! Discover the wonder of St. Mary’s in this week long camp specifically for the class of 2037! Make some new friends and get ready for a wonderful year of school as we learn what is special about PK at St. Mary’s.
Instructors: Catie Morgan and Reed Vergos
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175 

Jump into JK 
This camp is currently full. Please email Jenny Madden to be placed on the waiting list. 
Come and explore the world of Junior Kindergarten and spend a week designed just for the class of 2036! Girls will play on Mrs. Humphrey’s playground, spend time with new and old friends, prepare a special birthday box, plan their tea party, and be totally immersed in the wonderful JK experience at St. Mary’s!
Instructor: Sarah Marshburn
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175  

Soar into SK 
You are the big girl on campus this year! Come spend some time with old and new friends as we review basic reading readiness and math concepts to make this a great year! We will practice our ABCs, counting, listening skills, and much more as we have fun in this class specifically designed for the class of 2035!
Instructor: Teila Walker and Rachel Drozinski
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175 

Flip into First Grade 
This camp is currently full. Please email Jenny Madden to be placed on the waiting list. 
Welcome to the Lower School! Come join first grade friends in a class that will help them get ready for a great first grade year. This class will review basic math and language arts skills as well as help your daughter become acclimated to life in the Lower School. Flip into First grade is designed for the class of 2034 and will have your daughter ready to hit the ground running when she starts school in August.
Instructor: Alison Ederle
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175  

Skip into Second Grade 
This class is about getting the girls ready for a successful year at St. Mary’s. Each day students in the class of 2033 will review reading, writing, phonics, and math skills as well as catch a glimpse into some of the special activities planned for 2nd grade this year. We will reunite with friends and get ready for another amazing year at St. Mary’s.
Instructor: Gwen Collier
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175  

Twirl into Third Grade 
Class of 2032, it’s your last year in the Davis building! Join old friends and new as you jump-start your third grade year. We will review math and language arts skills as well as organizational and study skills. We will talk about special events for third grade including our international study, special projects, and everything else that makes your 3rd grade year unique and special at St. Mary’s. 
Instructor: Elizabeth Ray
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175  

Fly into Fourth Grade 
This camp, designed for the class of 2031, will review both math and language arts skills. We will review best homework practices, study skills, and organizational tools necessary for a successful fourth grade year. We will work in small groups to practice grammar, social studies, reading, math, and writing skills, and review these skills with a variety of hands-on activities, games, and problem-solving strategies.
Instructor: Lindsey Ferguson
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175 

Flourish in Fifth Grade 
Class of 2030, let’s make the most of your last year in the Lower School! This dynamic camp will provide 5th graders with the tools to organize and study for quizzes, tests, and projects. We will review math and language arts skills as well as important leadership skills that every fifth grader should know as you become amazing fifth grade leaders!
Instructor: Jesse Osias
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 8:30  –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $175  

Reading/Writing Workshop

Grades 1 and 2:
This one-week workshop is designed to meet the emergent reader's needs needing remediation and the independent, fluent reader seeking enrichment. Individualized instruction that helps develop your child's contextual reading, word study, and fluency reading, as well as small group discussions that build text comprehension, word attack skills, and vocabulary, are all part of the daily routine. Small group instruction will also include handwriting, journaling, and sentence mechanics.

Grades 3 - 5:
During the one-week session, your student will be developing a deep understanding of academic vocabulary definitions and applications; read, discuss, and analyze poetry; participate in fictional literature discussions about character development, author's viewpoint, story structure; and receive explicit instruction on how to analyze information in non-fiction texts. Instruction will include the draft and editing process for written work.

Grades: rising 1st - 5th
Session 1: Monday – Friday | July 11-15 | 8:30 - 11:30 a. m.
Session 2: Monday – Friday | July 18-22 | 8:30 - 11:30 a. m.
Cost: $325 per session or $500 when bundled with the Math Skills Workshop for the same week

Math Skills Workshop

Get ready for the start of school with this general math review. Using a math center model, this course is designed to review current math skills and prepare students for the upcoming school year. A low student-teacher ratio encourages each student to build individual skills and receive problem-solving practice in a structured environment. Students will work on building number sense, math facts automaticity, spatial awareness, math vocabulary, and more.

Session 1: Monday – Friday | July 11-15 | 12:00 – 3:00 p. m.
Session 2: Monday – Friday | July 18-22 | 12:00 – 3:00 p. m.
Grades: rising 1st - 5th
Cost: $200 per session or $500 when bundled with the Reading and Writing Workshop for the same week

Jumpstart the upcoming academic year with these one-week courses that benefit students who want to review and prep grade-level skills in math, reading, grammar, writing, and study skills.
 

Grades: rising 6th - 8th
Schedule: July 25-29 | Monday – Friday | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $100 for each section or $450 for all five sections

Note: A supervised area is provided for students to eat lunch and/or rest between classes.  Any student waiting for a class must report to the supervised area.

Grammar Skills Review
Grade 6
Brush up on your grammar skills! This class focuses on grammar basics: parts of speech, sentence structure, and usage. individual instruction will allow students to receive personal attention in specific skill areas.
Schedule: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Grammar Skills Review
Grades 7 and 8
Sharpen your grammar skills! This class focuses on grammar basics: parts of speech, complements, clauses, verbals, agreements, and usage. 
Schedule: 11:20 – 12:20 p.m.

Math Skills Review
Grade 6
This course provides a review of the core skills needed for rising 6th grade students. Those include: decimal, fraction, and integer operations as well as basic algebraic equations and word problems.
Schedule: 11:20 – 12:20 p.m.

Math Skills Review 
Grade 7
This course provides a review of core Pre-Algebra skills including integer and fraction operations, equations, inequalities, percent, slope, and word problems.
Schedule: 10:10 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.

Math Skills Review 
Grade 8
This course provides a review of core Algebra 1 skills including equations, simplifying expressions, inequalities, fractions, and word problems.
Schedule Grade 8: 12:50  - 1:50 p.m.

Writing Skills Review
Grades 6 - 8
This class provides a review of expository and creative writing skills. individual instruction allows students to receive personal attention in special skill areas. 
Schedule Grade 6: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Schedule Grade 7: 12:50 – 1:50 p.m.
Schedule Grade 8: 10:10 - 11:10 a.m.

Reading Skills Review
Grades 6 - 8
A student’s ability to construct meaning while reading is essential to his/her success, and good readers use a variety of comprehension strategies every time they read. This class will provide special comprehension instruction in a variety of strategies and will include varied opportunities for practice.
Schedule Grade 6: 12:50 – 1:50 p.m.
Schedule Grades 7 and 8: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Study Skills
Grades 6 - 8
Improve your grades and make study time more efficient! Learn mind-mapping techniques to improve note-taking skills and writing capabilities in this class. Testing and study techniques also will be emphasized. You will receive a booklet containing information that can be used long after the course has ended.
Schedule Grade 6: 10:10 – 11:10 a.m.
Schedule Grade 7 and 8: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

SAT Prep Workshop 
Math
Get a boost before taking the SAT with this algebra and geometry skills refresher using word problems and data interpretation. Practice test-taking techniques throughout the course and take an actual SAT. All materials are provided to the student, and practice testing will be a part of the class.
Verbal
This class provides practice for all parts of the verbal SATs: sentence completion, critical reading, grammar, and essay writing. The course also includes daily vocabulary building and test-taking strategies using actual SATs. Preliminary diagnostic and SATs will measure each student’s progress. All materials are provided to the student, and practice testing will be a part of the class.
Grades: rising 11th and 12th 
Instructors: Lynda Lyttle (Math) and Marilou Mulrooney (Verbal)
Schedule: Monday – Friday | August 1- 5 | 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
Cost: $375

PSAT Prep Workshop 
Math
This one-week class provides practice for taking the PSaT with an emphasis on refreshing algebra and geometry skills using word problems and data interpretation; test-taking techniques are explored and actual PSaTs will be given. all materials for this class are provided to the student, and practice testing will be a part of the class.
Verbal
This one-week class provides practice for all parts of the verbal PSaT including sentence completion, critical reading, and grammar. Students use actual PSaTs to familiarize themselves with the format and the content of the test; preliminary diagnostic and PSaTs will measure each student’s progress. All materials for this class are provided to the student, and practice testing will be a part of the class.
Grades: rising 9th - 11th
Instructors: Lynda Lyttle (Math) and Marilou Mulrooney (Verbal) 
Schedule: Monday – Friday|August 1- 5 | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 
Cost: $275

ACT Prep Workshop
This class provides comprehensive reviews of math, science, and verbal skills necessary for taking the ACT.  Students also learn test-taking strategies and complete practice tests during class. Students need to bring the calculator they plan on using for the exam and writing utensils; all other materials and practice tests will be provided.
Grades: rising 10th - 12th
Instructors: Marilou Mulrooney (Verbal), Lynda Lyttle (Math), and Judy Brundige (Science)
Schedule: 2 Saturdays | August 20 and 27 | 8:00 a. m. - 1:00 p. m.
Cost: $350

Theatre Camp
St. Mary's Theatre Broadway Revue Camp is a camp for girls and boys who love Broadway-style tunes and choreography. Students will learn many kid-friendly arrangements from Broadway and Disney themed music. Boys and girls will set these songs to choreography and perform in front of a live audience. The students will have an opportunity to have solo singing and minimal speaking parts. This program will introduce students to foundational elements of theatre performance, stage presence, music, and public speaking.
Instructor: Jauna Ellis
Grades: rising 1st - 5th
Session 2: August 1-5 | Monday – Friday | 12:00 p. m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $225

Creative Art Factory
Grab your paint brush and get ready for your inner artist to bloom this summer! Young artists will explore many different mediums in this hands-on art camp. Students will create and work with different types of paints, oil pastels, mosaics, and  weaving materials. We emphaize producing creativity and imagination with a special focus on skill. Campers will explore pointillism, silhouettes, self-portraits, canvas painting, and many other unconventional art projects. Each budding artist will present their original artwork to family and friends at the gallery showing on the last day of camp. Sign up today and let your inner Picasso shine through!
Instructor: Creative Education
Grades: rising 1st - 5th
Schedule: July 11-15 | Monday – Friday | 12:00 p. m. –  3:00 p.m.
Cost: $215

Junior Art Factory: Extreme S. T. E. A. M Fun
This class is currently full. Please email Jenny Madden to be placed on the waiting list. 
Do you have a budding artist at home? Do you have a child that loves to draw and create? Well, grab your paintbrush and join us for the most creative art class in town. Junior Art Factory allows students to tap into their imagination each week to explore a variety of art mediums, art techniques, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) connections, as well as literature connections to art. Our art classes will help your child develop important skills for school success such as fine motor skills, cognitive skills, language, and following directions. Let us tap into your child's creativity and let's get artsy!
Instructor: Creative Education
Grades: rising PK - SK
Schedule: August 1-5 | Monday - Friday | 8:30 a. m. - 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $215

ARTchitecture Camp
This camp is currently full. Please email Jenny Madden to be placed on the waiting list. 
In this camp, kids will explore all things architecture and art. Projects include painting cityscapes, building challenges, designing their own amusement park and more! This camp will combine fine arts with functional design. Materials will include painting, drawing, printmaking, cardboard, tape, glue guns and more!
Instructor: Art Project
Grades: rising 1st - 5th
Schedule: August 1-5 | Monday – Friday | 8:30 a. m. –  11:30 a.m.
Cost: $215

Creative Drawing, Painting and Sculpture
Join us as we explore a wide variety of art mediums and techniques. Students will draw, paint, collage, learn watercolor techniques, paint on canvas, use clay and much more. Kids will get their very own sketchbook to work on all week long and will bring home a portfolio of projects at the end of the week.
Instructor: Art Project
Grades: rising 1st - 5th
Schedule: August 1-5 | Monday – Friday | 12:00 p. m. –  3:00 p.m.
Cost: $215

Spa Science
Pampering Your Senses Through Science and Art. Mix it, make it, try it out and take it home. This hands-on ALL GIRLS camp uses spa activities to showcase Science and Art. Girls will make fizzy bath bombs, sweet lip smackers, yummy face masks, and more. They'll become clever spa scientists for the week as they learn about ingredients and how to combine them to make fun and fabulous pampering goodies. Each day will also include a daily spa craft. They will experiment with packaging and naming their concoctions in this spy-chemistry exploration. On Friday, the girls will have a Spa Pajama Day where girls sample and share what they have made, while wearing their favorite comfy pjs. It's pure indulgence - and it's science!
Instructor: Creative Education
Grades: rising 1st - 5th, girls only
Schedule: August 1-5 | Monday – Friday | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $215

Babysitter Certification
Babysitter lessons and safety training is an important program for potential babysitters providing extensive training in pediatric first aid, household safety, and the fundamentals of childcare. Students will learn how to handle choking and first aid basics for emergency response. At the end of this one day class, students will leave with a certificate of completion and certification card. We know that many are hoping to booking babysitting jobs and having taken babysitting classes makes you look very appealing to families!
Instructor: Mary Nease, SMS Campus Nurse
Ages: 12 and up
Schedule: August 4th| Thursday| 8:00 a. m. - 12:00 p. m.
Cost: $115

General Information
We are thrilled to offer SAGE Dining Program for the Summer! The Summer Dining Plan is available every week of camp for those staying a full day (from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., or longer). The Dining Plan is not available for campers only registered for a Morning Camp or campers only registered for an Afternoon Camp. 

The Summer Dining Plan costs $32.50 a week and can be added as an option under your Camp Reservation on Ultra Camp. Week 1 (Aloha Summer Day/Munchkin Camp & Carl Schmitt Soccer), the Dining Plan costs $26 for the 4-day week. The Summer Dining Plan is available for the entire week, with no single day options. For help with registration or payment, please contact Briana Morrow, Assistant Director of Auxiliary Programs, at 901-537-1415. 

All Specialty Camps on South Campus will not have the Dining Option, unless your child(ren) is registered for Half-Day Camp. Please reach out to us with questions or concerns.

GENERAL INFORMATION
To register online, please visit Ultra Camp. If you haven’t done so before, please create a complete profile for you and your camper. You can register for camps, as well as make payments through this site. You may also contact Briana Morrow via e-mail or by phone at 901-537-1415 for any registration or payment questions.

A $25 deposit per-camp is required to register. This non-refundable deposit is applied towards the total cost of the camp; it is not an additional fee. The deposit reserves a space for your child, and the remaining balance is due by the start date of the camp. Summer at St. Mary's accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, cash, and checks. Summer at St. Mary's will not prorate camps for any reason. 

To cancel a reservation, please contact Summer at St. Mary's with a minimum of 10 days notice to receive a refund, less the non-refundable deposit. Except in cases of illness or emergency, refunds will not be given after a program begins. No refunds will be given for those campers that choose not to attend a program without their parents' knowledge. Registration confirmation will be sent to the primary email via Ultra Camp; the confirmation email will show account balances. All account balances must me paid by the start date of the camp in order to attend. Camps with insufficient enrollment are subject to cancellation with a full refund. 

LATE PICK-UP POLICY
If your child is registered for After Care, it is from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Early Childhood Center. Late fees will apply for campers not picked up by 5:30 p.m. Campers not picked up by 5:30 p.m. will be charged $2.00 per minute for the first 10 minutes, and then $5.00 per minute for each additional minute. All late fees are due at the time of pick-up. If you are late picking your camper up on two occasions, we are no longer able to offer after care to your child. 

BEHAVIORAL POLICY
Campers are expected to adhere to the policies of St. Mary’s Episcopal School. We reserve the right to dismiss from the program (without refund) any camper whose behavior becomes unmanageable.  Campers are not allowed to be unsupervised on campus and are expected to be neatly and properly dressed. The use or possession of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products is not allowed, and any students in possession of such items will be expelled from the program, without refund, and the appropriate authorities will be contacted. 

Campers must be at least three years of age by June 1, 2022 and fully potty trained, including nap time, to attend Summer at St. Mary's. If more than three accidents occur within a 7 day period, the Director of Auxiliary Programs may request that your child remain home from camp.

COVID-19 POLICY
While COVID-19 transmission numbers remain low, mask-wearing is optional during Summer at St. Mary's. We will respect and support each family’s decision on mask-wearing. We reserve the right to adjust our masking protocols during summer camp should COVID-19 cases rise. Please alert the Director of Auxiliary Programs if your daughter is positive for COVID-19 or has been identified as a close contact. If your child is showing any signs of illness, please keep them home. Please get tested when recommended and follow contact tracing, quarantine, and isolation protocols. To cancel a reservation, please contact us with a minimum of 10 days notice to receive a refund, less the non-refundable deposit. Please reach out to Jenny Madden if you have any questions. 

What does my camper need to wear and bring to camp each day?
Campers should wear comfortable clothes suitable for outdoor play, games, cooking, and crafts for our munchkin and day camps.  We might get a little messy, so please do not send your camper in anything that cannot get dirty.  Please have your camper wear athletic shoes. On Wednesdays, be sure to send your camper in creative attire that matches our theme for the week. Please do not go to any additional expense to purchase costumes; feel free to use items you have on hand at home. Each camper should bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, waterproof shoes, and a plastic bag for wet clothes each day. You will receive an email the Friday before camp starts detailing any specific things to wear or bring for any of our specialty camps. 

What is for lunch during camp?
We now offer SAGE Dining Services during Summer Camp. Please visit the Dining Services tab for further information. Please contact Briana Morrow for help with registration or payment for the Summer Dining Plan. If you choose, you may still send your camper a packed nut-free lunch. This includes any products that may have been packaged in a nut facility. If you pack sun butter or soy butter, please put a note on the lunchbox. If your camper is attending a Specialty Camp on South Campus, please pack a lunch.

When can I drop off or pick up my camper?
Summer at St. Mary's offers a range of care options to fit our families' needs. Early Care begins at 7:30 a.m. in the Early Childhood Center; please park and walk your camper in through the After3 doors near the cafeteria. If your child is not dropped off by 8:20 a.m., we ask that you join our 8:30 a.m. carpool around the Early Childhood Center.

If your child is enrolled in a morning camp and not early care, you will drop off in the 8:30 a.m. carpool and pick up from the 11:30 a.m. carpool. If your child is only enrolled in an afternoon camp, you will drop off at the 12:00 p.m. car pool. If your child is enrolled in a camp until 3:00 p.m. and you are not utilizing after-care, you will pick up in the 3:00 p.m. carpool. Picking up your child from camp prior to 3:00 p.m. must be done with advance notice to the Auxiliary Programs staff. 

After Care is from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Early Childhood Center. Late fees will apply for campers not picked up by 5:30 p.m. Campers not picked up by 5:30 p.m. will be charged $2.00 per minute for the first 10 minutes, and then $5.00 per minute for each additional minute. All late fees are due at the time of pick-up. If you are late picking your camper up on two occasions, we are no longer able to offer after care to your child.