The ACT Prep Course consists of four, three-hour, classes that meet once a day each week for four weeks. This course includes diagnostic testing, instruction in time management, overcoming test anxiety, science reasoning, English strategies and review, essay writing, reading comprehension, and math strategies and review. Students enrolled in this course benefit from personal instruction provided by our experienced instructors. Students can make up any class they miss at other available class locations and may REPEAT any of the ACT prep courses by requesting the Self-Paced Online ACT Prep Course free of charge.

Take your watercolor painting skills to new heights with our thrilling advanced art class! Dive into the world of watercolors and uncover exciting techniques that will truly elevate your artwork. This class is tailor-made for students who are ready to take their skills to the next level. As you explore different watercolor techniques, you'll have the opportunity to create breathtaking misty mountain landscapes, a garden of mushrooms, and even unleash your inner creativity with whimsical doodle flowers. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Young engineers, big ocean adventures! Spend a week exploring the wonders of the shore with hands-on STEM fun—all indoors! Dig for fossils, make squishy sand slime, craft coral reefs, explore tide pools, and uncover hidden ocean treasures. Every activity is playful, hands-on, and full of adventure for young ocean explorers!

Explore different art styles and cultural traditions from around the globe. Imagine the kids creating Aboriginal dot paintings, Japanese ink art, or Mexican folk art-inspired pieces! Each project will introduce them to new techniques, patterns, and the rich history behind each art form, fostering an appreciation for global cultures and artistic expression.

POP! Get ready for a world of bubbly, gooey excitement in our Bubbles and Slime Science class! Young scientists will dive into hands-on experiments, exploring the magic of bubbles and the fun of slime. It's all about playing, learning, and being amazed by the chemistry behind these messy, fun concoctions. Perfect for curious minds who love to get their hands dirty! Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child each day.

Camp Move Forward is a mental health education group designed for middle school age students and provides a space for students to explore who they are and gain insight in a supportive and engaging environment. Through interactive activities, discussions, and games, students will build self-esteem, develop social skills, and gain a better understanding of mental health topics such as communication, emotion regulation, personal strengths, and identity. This group encourages self-expression, peer connection, and focuses on building positive coping strategies through fun, structured weekly sessions.

Step into the sweet world of Candyology! This exciting STEAM adventure combines science, creativity, and hands-on fun with a sugary twist. Kids will design and build candy machines, craft vibrant candy fish aquariums, and engineer thrilling candy rollercoasters. It’s a delicious mix of learning, building, and tasting that turns candy into an unforgettable educational experience! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child each day.

For students entering grades 1-5 All levels welcome. The {YEL!} Teach It!…Practice It!...Play It! method keeps chess students progressing with 60+ chess lessons and thousands of puzzles as well as guided games and an end-of-week in-class tournament. Class fee includes ChessKid.com membership for the session. Battle summer brain drain...sign up today.

Step into the world of Pokémon with a week of exciting STEAM adventures! Students will design and build their own coding projects, from interactive games to creative animations, while also making Pokémon-themed stop-motion films. They’ll construct sets and props, tackle fun STEAM challenges, and bring their ideas to life through coding and creativity. Along the way, students strengthen problem-solving and teamwork skills. Basic reading skills recommended. Bring a USB drive on the last day. Pokémon is a trademark of Nintendo of America Inc. This camp is not affiliated with them.

Animal lovers rejoice! An all-new-all-passel workshop is here! Students will learn pastel drawing and texturing techniques to illustrate whimsical bees, a fanciful army of frogs, a striking owl and more artistic critters filled with detail. Challenge your creative kids by introducing them to the world of pastels, These pastel drawings will reward students with a great sense of pride and accomplishment. Enroll now!

Do you like to create unique and personalized craft projects for yourself, or to give to special friends or family? Lets learn the art of crafting by using fun materials and techniques such as resin, painting and more.

Take flight in this hands-on adventure where students explore drones, learn the principles of flight, and tackle exciting missions like package delivery, firefighting, and medical rescues. Campers work in teams of three to design and build their drones, pledging to handle them carefully and responsibly. This camp is ideal for students who can balance fun with focus, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity while experiencing the technology of the future!

Discover the exciting world of Dungeons & Dragons! In this camp, students will learn the basics of the game, design their own character, and take part in a one-shot adventure filled with creativity and teamwork. Beyond the tabletop, they’ll explore D&D-inspired STEAM activities, including designing their own D&D-themed video game. This blend of storytelling, problem solving, and design brings the magic of D&D to life in new and engaging ways. Students should bring a USB drive on the last day to save their creations.

Dungeons & Dragons Summer Adventure Club invites students in grades 2nd–6th to become heroes in their own epic stories! Whether you're a brave warrior, clever wizard, or curious explorer, every student will create a unique character and embark on thrilling quests guided by an experienced Dungeon Master. Each session includes both Monday and Wednesday classes (4:15–6:00 PM), giving players time to dive deeper into the story, build friendships, and develop their skills. Each of the 6 sessions will feature a brand-new campaign, featuring different worlds, challenges, and characters. Drop in for one week or all summer long! No experience needed, just bring your imagination!

Grab your family and step into a world of magic, monsters, and imagination! In this beginner-friendly Dungeons & Dragons workshop, families will create their own characters, explore mysterious lands, and work together to complete exciting quests. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and sense of adventure! Children who register must be in grades 3rd and above. Family pricing covers up to three participants ($35), with a $10 fee for each additional person. All participants must be registered to attend. Family pricing must complete the attached question.

Join us for a fun-filled archery experience where both adults & children can learn and enjoy the art of archery together! In this unique class, each child participant must have at least one accompanying adult (or each adult with have at least one accompanying child). All equipment provided. Please register each person individually. Children must be at least 7 years of age.

Join us on a family nature walk at Westwood Hills Nature Center. Led by a naturalist, we will walk through Westwood and learn about the marsh, woods and restored prairie, and we may even see deer, fox, mink, and owls! Participants should meet at the front of the building prior to each walk. This is an inclusive walk and all are welcome!

Introduce the kids to iconic artists and their works. They could recreate their own versions of Van Gogh's sunflowers, try pointillism like Seurat, or experiment with Picasso-inspired portraits. This class will inspire them to appreciate art history and develop their own artistic styles by learning from the greats.

New and returning students invited. Your favorite instructors return with more knowledge, refined coaching skills and, of course, your favorite fencing games and arm bands. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks, chest plates and jackets, in a high-octane, inclusive environment. Sign up today to join this sport deemed the “sport of the intellectual athlete!”

Dive into a world of exciting experiments and discoveries! In this hands-on camp, kids will explore foam, slime, and potions while creating color-changing elixirs and bouncy balls. Each activity blends creativity with science, sparking curiosity and wonder. Learning becomes a bubbling cauldron of fun and unforgettable exploration!Please pack a nut-free snack and drink for your child each day.

Are you a good witch or a bad witch? Step into the magical world of Wicked! In this magical class, we'll learn fun songs from the hit musical and play highenergy theatre games to unlock your creativity and confidence. Work on your singing, acting, and performing as we prepare a showcase to perform at our last class. Get ready for a thrilling adventure!

Come join the magic! This is the silliest, singing-est class around! We'll move, play super-fun theatre games, and sing catchy songs from a big musical called Wicked. It's all about making new friends, using your imagination, and learning how to be changed "for good." No experience needed—just bring your sparkle and your loudest singing voice! We’ll perform some of our favorite songs at a showcase during our final class!

Grab your explorer hat and digging tools—an incredible fossil site is waiting to be discovered! Join our team of junior paleontologists as we uncover dinosaur bones, footprints, and eggs, learning the secrets of these amazing prehistoric creatures along the way. Through hands-on activities, campers will dig, study, and even prepare fossils, exploring how dinosaurs lived and how engineers and scientists bring their discoveries to life. Adventure, discovery, and dino-sized fun are just a dig away!