REGISTRATION
Week 1: July 6th - 10th
Starting with basic skills like catching and throwing, then gradually progress to dribbling, passing (chest passes, bounce passes), shooting with proper form, and simple defensive positioning, all while having fun.
Teacher: Ms. Dominae
Kids will dive into fun, hands-on building through exciting themed challenges. Each session starts with a playful prompt to spark ideas, followed by guided building time where kids learn problem-solving, planning, and teamwork skills. After the challenge, builders get plenty of free-build time to explore their own creative ideas and bring unique creations to life. This class encourages creativity, confidence, and collaboration in a relaxed, supportive environment
Teacher: Mrs. Jankowski
Designed for 2nd & 3rd graders, this session invites young artists to explore painting through fun, guided projects and open-ended creativity. Campers will experiment with different painting tools and techniques, mix colors, and create vibrant masterpieces inspired by stories, nature, and their own imaginations.
Teacher: Mrs. Strubhar
We will have fun playing with our friends through fun crafts and activities! If you like playing with kinetic sand, making your own keychains, making art, and creating sensory jars, this is the camp class for you. Let’s have fun meeting new friends and making some fun crafts!
Teacher: Mrs. Lomelin
Let's Get Crafty will explore student's imagination with a fun filled day of creativity. Students will learn that more than just paint can be art material. Each day will be a different theme and we will get crafty and creative with a new project each day.
Teacher: Mrs. Adamson
It’s a week of variety, high-energy drills, and friendly tournament play. Whether you're a racket rookie or a court veteran, come find your new favorite game! We will explore all types of net games-- tennis, volleyball, badminton, and more!
Teacher: Ms. Garcia
The slime craze continues in this week long SLIME adventure! Make new slime every day, learn a science concept or two, and create fun slime projects. Be sure not to wear your favorite outfit...this could get messy!
Teacher: Mrs. Hudler
This class is perfect for our newest elementary students! Meet a kindergarten teacher, get familiar with Chesterbrook, learn classroom routines, create fun art, and make new friends. You’re a big kid now!
Teacher: Mrs. Strubhar and Mrs. Soulos
We will have fun with some fun arts and crafts activities! Making bracelets and some awesome paintings and your very own pom poms and so much more.Let's have fun meeting friends and making fun crafts.
Teacher: Mrs. Jonkers
Do you like getting wet? Do you like science too? Let's combine them both and see what water can do! As scientists, we will explore how water works, sink and float, figuring out the fastest way to rescue animals trapped in ice and so much more! We will record our observations in our science notebooks. We'll also have some fun with water games when those summer days get hot!
Teacher: Ms. Kuduk
A class for students to learn about the basics of improvisation in an acting and performance setting. Students will create imaginary moments where "Yes, and" goes a long long way for acting different scenes to performing made up songs on the spot! Great for students who are wanting to do more with Theatre, Drama, Music, and Performing on stage.
Teacher: Mr. Morris
Kids will dive into fun, hands-on building through exciting themed challenges. Each session starts with a playful prompt to spark ideas, followed by guided building time where kids learn problem-solving, planning, and teamwork skills. After the challenge, builders get plenty of free-build time to explore their own creative ideas and bring unique creations to life. This class encourages creativity, confidence, and collaboration in a relaxed, supportive environment
Teacher: Mrs. Jankowski
This is a hands on class where students will cook, eat, and bring home extras to share with their family! At the end of the week, students will be given a recipe book to take home so they can continue to cook at home!
Teacher: Mrs. Adamson
It’s a week of variety, high-energy drills, and friendly tournament play. Whether you're a racket rookie or a court veteran, come find your new favorite game! We will explore all types of net games-- tennis, volleyball, badminton, and more!
Teacher: Ms. Garcia
The slime craze continues in this week long SLIME adventure! Make new slime every day, learn a science concept or two, and create fun slime projects. Be sure not to wear your favorite outfit...this could get messy!
Teacher: Mrs. Hudler
Get ready to kick, pass, and score in this high-energy soccer session designed especially for elementary students! Campers will build confidence on the field while learning fundamental soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, and game strategy. Through fun drills, skill-building challenges, and small-sided games, players of all experience levels will improve coordination and sportsmanship in a supportive environment.
Teacher: Ms. Dominae
Who doesn’t love fairy tales? Well, have you ever wondered just how did Alice in Wonderland get out of the maze? Or just how long and wide was the Billy Goat Gruff’s bridge? Or just how much air was needed to knock down a house made from straw? Here’s your chance to find out. Join us as we explore different fairy tales and use critical thinking and engineering to solve dilemmas.
Teacher: Ms. Kuduk
This class is perfect for our newest elementary students! Meet a kindergarten teacher, get familiar with Chesterbrook, learn classroom routines, create fun art, and make new friends. You’re a big kid now!
Teacher: Mrs. Strubhar and Mrs. Soulos
We will have fun with some fun arts and crafts activities! Making bracelets and some awesome paintings and your very own pom poms and so much more.Let's have fun meeting friends and making fun crafts.
Teacher: Mrs. Jonkers
Week 2: July 13th - 17th
Bring your doll and get ready to treat her well! In this camp we will create and use many accessories you can take home. We will create items to have a summer picnic with our dolls, including making clay treats for dolls to use, a picnic blanket for your doll, and a doll house fit for the cutest residents! We will also have time to enjoy the dolls together.
Teacher: Mrs. Hancock
Starting with basic skills like catching and throwing, then gradually progress to dribbling, passing (chest passes, bounce passes), shooting with proper form, and simple defensive positioning, all while having fun.
Teacher: Ms. Dominae
Designed for 2nd & 3rd graders, this session invites young artists to explore painting through fun, guided projects and open-ended creativity. Campers will experiment with different painting tools and techniques, mix colors, and create vibrant masterpieces inspired by stories, nature, and their own imaginations.
Teacher: Mrs. Strubhar
Come enjoy an "Enchanted" week of crafting inspired by "Miss Americana" herself, Taylor Swift. From "Paper Rings", "Bejeweled" frames, and
"String" art.
Teacher: Mrs. Wei
This is a hands on class where students will cook, eat, and bring home extras to share with their family! At the end of the week, students will be given a recipe book to take home so they can continue to cook at home!
Teacher: Mrs. Adamson
Do you have a sweet tooth? Do you love Disney Princesses? If you do, then this class is for you! We will bake lots of different treats including: cookies, muffins, cupcakes and parfaits. We will also be decorating some of our creations. Students will get to taste and take hone all of their baked goods along with the recipe too.
Teacher: Mrs. Ruhmel
We will have fun playing with our friends through fun crafts and activities! If you like playing with kinetic sand, making your own keychains, making art, and creating sensory jars, this is the camp class for you. Let’s have fun meeting new friends and making some fun crafts!
Teacher: Mrs. Lomelin
In this Olympic-themed summer camp, elementary students will join a country, design their own team flag, and compete in exciting daily challenges. Campers will participate in fun, age-appropriate competitions while earning points and medals for their team. Through teamwork, creativity, and sportsmanship, everyone will have the chance to shine as we celebrate with our own closing ceremony at the end of the week!
Teacher: Ms. Garcia
Welcome to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Campers will be sorted into Houses, make their own wands, and enjoy a week of classes in Transfiguration, Charms, Potions, and Care of Magical Creatures. Revisit the events f the first novel in the series and experience a year at Hogwarts alongside Harry and his friends. With loads of crafts, games, activities, and even a little Quidditch, this is sure to be a magical week!
Teacher: Mrs. Berthelsen
Jewelry Jam is a creative, hands-on camp where campers become jewelry designers! Students will design and create their own necklaces, bracelets, headbands, key chains, and more using colorful beads, charms, and mixed materials. Campers will learn basic jewelry-making techniques while expressing their personal style and creativity. Each day brings new projects, plenty of sparkle, and lots of fun!
Teacher: Ms. Jonkers
In this hands-on session, campers will learn the basics of knitting in a fun and supportive environment. From casting on to simple stitches, kids will build confidence as they turn yarn into something special. Campers will create useful projects such as scarves, headbands, or small pouches perfect to keep for themselves or give as thoughtful handmade gifts. No prior experience needed!
Teacher: Ms. Idell
Calling all beginning sewers! In this class you will learn to use a needle and thread to form a few basic hand stitches like the running stitch, back stitch and overstitch. With these stitches you will be able to create fun sewing projects like pillowcases, bags, personalized banners, and felt stuffed animals. A total of 5-7 projects will be created during the week.
Teacher: Mrs. Hudler
This class is perfect for our newest elementary students! Meet a kindergarten teacher, get familiar with Chesterbrook, learn classroom routines, create fun art, and make new friends. You’re a big kid now!
Teacher: Mrs. Strubhar and Mrs. Soulos
During this week we will focus on a different author each day. We will dive into their unique storytelling, make crafts to take home, practice reading, acting and retelling the stories. We will make a tasty snack to go with our stories, like "slop soup" with Piggy and Gerald. This camp is a combination of love of stories, crafts, and playtime!
Teacher: Ms. Kuduk
Get ready for an unforgettable Taylor Swift–themed summer camp! Campers will journey through all of Taylor’s Eras, celebrating each one with themed days, creative crafts, music-inspired activities, and more. From making friendship bracelets and designing era outfits each day brings a new era to life. This camp is all about creativity, confidence, friendship, and fun, giving campers a safe and exciting space to shine Taylor’s Version.
Teacher: Ms. Roberts
This camp takes kids on a creative journey across continents as they discover artistic traditions, colors, patterns, and techniques from cultures around the globe. Each day encourages creativity, cultural curiosity, and hands-on exploration. Explore different mediums to produce 5-7 projects during the week.
Teacher: Mrs. Hancock
In this Olympic-themed summer camp, elementary students will join a country, design their own team flag, and compete in exciting daily challenges. Campers will participate in fun, age-appropriate competitions while earning points and medals for their team. Through teamwork, creativity, and sportsmanship, everyone will have the chance to shine as we celebrate with our own closing ceremony at the end of the week!
Teacher: Ms. Garcia
Jewelry Jam is a creative, hands-on camp where campers become jewelry designers! Students will design and create their own necklaces, bracelets, headbands, key chains, and more using colorful beads, charms, and mixed materials. Campers will learn basic jewelry-making techniques while expressing their personal style and creativity. Each day brings new projects, plenty of sparkle, and lots of fun!
Teacher: Ms. Jonkers
Let's Get Crafty will explore student's imagination with a fun filled day of creativity. Students will learn that more than just paint can be art material. Each day will be a different theme and we will get crafty and creative with a new project each day.
Teacher: Mrs. Adamson
In this calming and creative summer session, campers will explore ways to care for their minds and bodies through yoga, journaling, and mindfulness activities. Students will learn to recognize and express their emotions, practice kindness toward themselves and others, and build positive coping skills through movement, reflection, and fun group activities.
Teacher: Ms. Idell
This beginner piano class is designed for students with little or no prior experience. Students will learn the basics of the piano, including hand position, simple rhythms, note reading, and basic melodies. Through fun activities and easy songs, students will quickly begin playing music while building confidence and coordination.
Teacher: Mr. Víctor
Princess Party is a magical summer camp session filled with creativity, imagination, and royal fun! Campers will design crowns, tiaras, wands, jewelry, and royal crafts while creating their own unique princess (or royal) characters. Through storytelling, games, music, and art projects, campers will explore themes of kindness, confidence, and friendship.
Teacher: Ms. King
Get your child excited and confident for the start of 1st grade! This engaging summer camp class is designed to review and strengthen essential reading, writing, and math skills in a fun, hands-on way through games, stories, creative projects, and interactive activities.
Teacher: Mrs. Wei
This class is perfect for our newest elementary students! Meet a kindergarten teacher, get familiar with Chesterbrook, learn classroom routines, create fun art, and make new friends. You’re a big kid now!
Teacher: Mrs. Strubhar and Mrs. Soulos
Get ready for an unforgettable Taylor Swift–themed summer camp! Campers will journey through all of Taylor’s Eras, celebrating each one with themed days, creative crafts, music-inspired activities, and more. From making friendship bracelets and designing era outfits each day brings a new era to life. This camp is all about creativity, confidence, friendship, and fun, giving campers a safe and exciting space to shine Taylor’s Version.
Teacher: Ms. Roberts
Get ready to splash into creativity! In this watercolor painting class, campers in Grades 2–3 will explore the magical world of watercolor art. Students will learn basic painting techniques such as color mixing, brush control, and layering while creating fun, imaginative artwork. No prior art experience is needed just curiosity and a love for color!
Teacher: Mrs. Ruhmel
Do you like getting wet? Do you like science too? Let's combine them both and see what water can do! As scientists, we will explore how water works, sink and float, figuring out the fastest way to rescue animals trapped in ice and so much more! We will record our observations in our science notebooks. We'll also have some fun with water games when those summer days get hot!
Teacher: Ms. Kuduk
Get ready to splash into creativity! In this watercolor painting class, campers in Grades 2–3 will explore the magical world of watercolor art. Students will learn basic painting techniques such as color mixing, brush control, and layering while creating fun, imaginative artwork. No prior art experience is needed just curiosity and a love for color!
Teacher: Mrs. Ruhmel
Week 3: July 20th - 24th
Perfect for early elementary students, this exciting camp invites young explorers to discover the amazing world of animals through creativity and play. Campers will enjoy hands-on crafts, interactive games, engaging story time, and themed activities inspired by animals from around the globe. Each day brings new opportunities to learn about habitats, animal behaviors, and how we can care for creatures big and small.
Teacher: Mrs. Hudler
Each day in this class, we will bake and decorate something that relates to summer time or the beach! We will make things like sugar cookies, cupcakes, breakfast pastries, etc. Students will learn how to follow recipes and how to use new decorating techniques. We will also create a recipe book to take home that has all of the recipes used during that week.
Teacher: Ms. Glass
Starting with basic skills like catching and throwing, then gradually progress to dribbling, passing (chest passes, bounce passes), shooting with proper form, and simple defensive positioning, all while having fun.
Teacher: Ms. Dominae
This is a hands on class where students will cook, eat, and bring home extras to share with their family! At the end of the week, students will be given a recipe book to take home so they can continue to cook at home!
Teacher: Mrs. Adamson
Navigate the hazards of the prehistoric world, complete your daily survival missions, and earn your status as an Elite Dino-Explorer. Gear up, stay low, and get ready to ROAR!!
Teacher: Ms. Garcia
Campers will be sorted into Houses and spend the week exploring the wizarding world through themed days, hands-on crafts, magical games, and imaginative challenges. This enchanting camp is designed to spark imagination, build friendships, and make every camper feel like part of the magic.
Teacher: Ms. Roberts
In this hands-on session, campers will learn the basics of knitting in a fun and supportive environment. From casting on to simple stitches, kids will build confidence as they turn yarn into something special. Campers will create useful projects such as scarves, headbands, or small pouches perfect to keep for themselves or give as thoughtful handmade gifts. No prior experience needed!
Teacher: Ms. Idell
This class is perfect for our newest elementary students! Meet a kindergarten teacher, get familiar with Chesterbrook, learn classroom routines, create fun art, and make new friends. You’re a big kid now!
Teacher: Mrs. Strubhar and Mrs. Soulos
Super Hero Creators invites campers to unleash their imagination and design their very own superheroes! Campers will create hero names, powers, costumes, masks, gadgets, and comic-style stories through hands-on art projects and creative challenges.
Teacher: Ms. Jonkers
Do you like getting wet? Do you like science too? Let's combine them both and see what water can do! As scientists, we will explore how water works, sink and float, figuring out the fastest way to rescue animals trapped in ice and so much more! We will record our observations in our science notebooks. We'll also have some fun with water games when those summer days get hot!
Teacher: Ms. Kuduk
A class for students to learn about the basics of improvisation in an acting and performance setting. Students will create imaginary moments where "Yes, and" goes a long long way for acting different scenes to performing made up songs on the spot! Great for students who are wanting to do more with Theatre, Drama, Music, and Performing on stage.
Teacher: Mr. Morris
Each day in this class, we will bake and decorate something that relates to summer time or the beach! We will make things like sugar cookies, cupcakes, breakfast pastries, etc. Students will learn how to follow recipes and how to use new decorating techniques. We will also create a recipe book to take home that has all of the recipes used during that week.
Teacher: Ms. Glass
Navigate the hazards of the prehistoric world, complete your daily survival missions, and earn your status as an Elite Dino-Explorer. Gear up, stay low, and get ready to ROAR!!
Teacher: Ms. Garcia
Campers will be sorted into Houses and spend the week exploring the wizarding world through themed days, hands-on crafts, magical games, and imaginative challenges. This enchanting camp is designed to spark imagination, build friendships, and make every camper feel like part of the magic.
Teacher: Ms. Roberts
Let's Get Crafty will explore student's imagination with a fun filled day of creativity. Students will learn that more than just paint can be art material. Each day will be a different theme and we will get crafty and creative with a new project each day.
Teacher: Mrs. Adamson
In this calming and creative summer session, campers will explore ways to care for their minds and bodies through yoga, journaling, and mindfulness activities. Students will learn to recognize and express their emotions, practice kindness toward themselves and others, and build positive coping skills through movement, reflection, and fun group activities.
Teacher: Ms. Idell
This beginner piano class is designed for students with little or no prior experience. Students will learn the basics of the piano, including hand position, simple rhythms, note reading, and basic melodies. Through fun activities and easy songs, students will quickly begin playing music while building confidence and coordination.
Teacher: Mr. Víctor
Get ready to kick, pass, and score in this high-energy soccer session designed especially for elementary students! Campers will build confidence on the field while learning fundamental soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, and game strategy. Through fun drills, skill-building challenges, and small-sided games, players of all experience levels will improve coordination and sportsmanship in a supportive environment.
Teacher: Ms. Dominae
Who doesn’t love fairy tales? Well, have you ever wondered just how did Alice in Wonderland get out of the maze? Or just how long and wide was the Billy Goat Gruff’s bridge? Or just how much air was needed to knock down a house made from straw? Here’s your chance to find out. Join us as we explore different fairy tales and use critical thinking and engineering to solve dilemmas.
Teacher: Ms. Kuduk
Super Hero Creators invites campers to unleash their imagination and design their very own superheroes! Campers will create hero names, powers, costumes, masks, gadgets, and comic-style stories through hands-on art projects and creative challenges.
Teacher: Ms. Jonkers
Young Scientist focuses on hands on exploration of physical science, life science, earth and space science. In this session kids learn to develop vocabulary and think/communicate like scientist.
Teacher: Mrs. Anitha
Questions? Please contact our PTA President, Natalie Kennedy at president@chesterbrookpta.org