The place for Madison County Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, aunt, uncle, and teacher to find fun in Madison County, Illinois. With Granite City, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Alton, Godfrey, O'Fallon, Collinsville, and much more!
Camp Waterschool Put your science sleuth skills to work in this fun-filled day of exploration. We will learn about our local waterways through hands-on activities and will use our senses to experience rivers in a whole new way.
CECK-978-F2 July 7, 9am-4pm Ages 12-15
CECK-978-F4 Aug. 16, 9am-4pm Ages 12-15
National Great Rivers Research and Education Center, East Alton, IL. Call (618) 468-2222 or (618) 468-5701 to register today! Questions? Contact: Sarah Fisher. Phone: (618) 468-2783, Email: saafisher@lc.edu
Kids at Summer Immersion Program is a live, virtual, 2-week introductory computer science course for current eligible 9th, 10th, and 11th grade US students and international students ages 14-18. SIP participants learn web development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript while getting an inside look into the tech industry through incredible company partners. In addition to a completely free program, we offer grants up to $500 and tech support for qualifying students.
The Self-Paced Program is a 6-week flexible computer science course for current eligible 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grade US students (including SIP alumni and graduating seniors) and international students ages 14-18 who prefer not to adhere to a set schedule. Self-Paced Program participants can choose to earn beginner-level badges in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for web development or an intermediate-level badge in Python for cybersecurity. Students will also have the opportunity to build community through weekly live advisory sessions and Girls Who Code activities.
Camp Waterschool Water, Water Everywhere! We use it every day but have you ever stopped to think about where it comes from? How much we have on the planet? In this camp, we will discover and explore water using our local rivers as inspiration. Through hands-on activities, arts and crafts, and outdoor adventures, campers will see our local rivers in a whole new way. The week will include a visit to a working lock and dam, stream walks, and will culminate with a canoe trip led by experienced guides. By reflecting on their personal experiences with the river, campers will appreciate how they can make positive differences in their watershed and community. National Great Rivers Research and Education Center, East Alton, IL
Call (618) 468-2222 or (618) 468-5701 to register today! Questions? Contact: Sarah Fisher. Phone: (618) 468-2783, Email: saafisher@lc.edu. Registration Cost:$50 CECK-977-F2
At Online Graphic Design, learn how to
use free online resources to create their own pieces of digital art. The skills learned can be used to create both fine and
commercial art. Participants will learn about using graphics, color and typography in effective and eye-catching
ways. Students must have access to an email (for creating
free, online accounts), a computer and the ability to save
files onto their computer. (CECK-434-Z1)Instructor: Louise Jett
Camp Waterschool Put your science sleuth skills to work in this fun-filled day of exploration. We will learn about our local waterways through hands-on activities and will use our senses to experience rivers in a whole new way.
CECK-978-F2 July 7, 9am-4pm Ages 12-15
CECK-978-F4 Aug. 16, 9am-4pm Ages 12-15
National Great Rivers Research and Education Center, East Alton, IL. Call (618) 468-2222 or (618) 468-5701 to register today! Questions? Contact: Sarah Fisher. Phone: (618) 468-2783, Email: saafisher@lc.edu
Get some laughs at Visual and Performing Arts Institute trains participants in various artistic expressions through performance opportunities and exposure to the arts through educational programing as we continue the legacy of the renowned icon, Ms. Katherine Dunham. Students will be trained in: Dance (Modern, Jazz, Tap, Ballet and Hip Hop), Music (Piano, Drums, Violin, Guitar, Voice and Chorus), Theatre Arts (Acting for Stage and Film, Stagecraft, Lighting and Sound), Visual Arts
(Drawing and Painting, Crafts, Costumes and Makeup). SIUE East St. Louis Center at 601 James R. Thompson Blvd. Brady Blvd. East St. Louis, IL 62201. Early Registration Prior to June 3: Child NOT enrolled in Performing Arts After School Program: $250. Child enrolled in Performing Arts After School Program: $150. Siblings NOT enrolled in Performing Arts After School Program: $200. Paid Registration After June 3: Child NOT enrolled in Performing Arts After School Program: $275. Child enrolled in Performing Arts After School Program: $175. Siblings NOT enrolled in Performing Arts After School Program: $275. Fees must be paid on-site, in cash or money order payable to SIUE. No checks are accepted. All registrations are final, and fees must be paid prior to admission date. There are NO refunds.
Join Jr. Goshen Theatre Project, for a 2 week full experience
summer theatre camp. Campers have the opportunity to learn the entire process of performing in a fully staged musical. Beginning with how to audition, campers will also learn about acting, staging, lighting, set and costumes - everything you need for a full scale production. Camp runs 9am-4pm daily.
Camp and camp performances will take place at the Goshen Theatre Project Headquarters at 114 West Main Street, Collinsville IL. Camp Registration is conducted on a first-come first-serve basis.
Through Sunset Hills Golf camps include traditional weeklong summer Half day and full day camps.
Kahok Sports Camps 7th - 9th grade practice from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM. K - 6th grade practice from 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM. Location: Fletcher and Aux gym.
Kahok Sports Camps K - 4th Grade from 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
5th - 9th Grade from 10:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: K - 4th Grade $30
5th - 9th Grade $40
Registration Includes: 4 days of baseball training, games, competitions, Kahok Baseball Camp T-Shirt, Awards, and door prizes. Groups and stations will be grade and experience specific. Fun training tools and technology will be utilized.
Location: Fletcher Field in Woodland Park. Bring any baseball equipment you have (glove, bat, helmet, cleats, etc.) Contact: Coach Brett Swip at bswip@cusd.kahoks.org or 618-514-0290.
Summer Dance Intensive is a week of classes in contemporary, modern, ballet, jazz, hip hop and partnering. Seminars will be available in dance conditioning, injury prevention and more! This seminar is geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers.
Kahok Sports Camps 2nd-5th Graders practice from 8:00 - 10:00 am for $20. 6th-9th Graders practice from 10:30 - 1:00 pm for $40. The CHS Softball Coaching Staff, along with the 2021 Varsity and Junior Varsity players will host this three-day softball camp as an opportunity for youth players to experience throwing, hitting, fielding, baserunning, and more. All campers will receive a CHS softball camp t-shirt! Bring any softball equipment you own (glove, bat, helmet, cleats, etc.) Meet at KAHOK SOFTBALL VARSITY FIELD (FIELD 5) 103 COMPLEX DRIVE. Contact: Coach Schmitting at jschmitt@cusd.kahoks.org or 618-806-8230
At Self Defense Camp, Kids will learn what behaviors to watch for and practice how to escape to safety. They will also learn important strategies to help avoid violent situations, plus tactics and techniques for handling violence when it is unavoidable. This class is for students with any level of knowledge or skill, beginner to advanced. Students will acquire in-depth knowledge of self-protection while increasing overall fitness through practical drills. Participants will receive an informational packet with descriptions of the techniques covered in class plus at-home tips for parents. On the final day, the students will do a final review plus participate in an “escape and evasion” course and a confidence-boosting “board breaking
session.” (CECK-178-01) Instructor: Brendan Neal
Beverly Farms Riding Camp Make it a fun-filled summer on horseback! Kids have fun while advancing their skills. Each day is filled with fun activities and a riding lesson. Beginner students with less than one year of horse experience learn the basics of horsemanship. Intermediate students expand on foundational knowledge. Expceptional Equestrian riders learn to ride with disabilities. Gymkhana camp focuses on fun and games with horses. Monday-Friday: 9am- 12pm
Exceptional Equestrian: 9-11am
Beginner: June 6-10, June 20-24, and July 11-15
Intermediate: June 13-17, June 27-July 1, and July 18-25
Exceptional Equestrian: 9-11am July 4-8
Gymkhana:
July 25-29.
Highland Saddle Club Monday - Friday. 9-2pm
Participants learn safety, grooming, care, anatomy, and nutrition. Crafts and games complement riding. Lunch, drinks, and snacks are served. Horse show on Fridays.
A day at Group Piano Camp is for those who have never taken a piano lesson or had less than six months of piano lessons. The beginner camps are a fun and engaging introduction to the fundamentals of piano playing (posture, fingering, piano geography) and basic music theory (rhythm, notes, staffs, dynamics etc.). Students also learn about various composers and music genres in a fun and engaging way. The camp is broken into two 50-minute sessions of classes of piano and music theory. South St. Louis Location. Enrollment begins March 1.
A day at Percussion Institute is a total percussion experience camp for 5th-12th grade students. This four-day camp includes master classes, clinics, performances, ensemble rehearsals and more. Camp focus areas include: Orchestral/Concert
Marching
Drumset
Auxiliary
World
Ensemble
SFlute Camp is an immersive flute experience.
Summer Jazz Camp is available for students of all experience levels. Campers will learn performance and improvisation techniques from faculty members in the SIUE jazz department. Students will work on mastering the fundamentals of jazz improvisation with some of the areas top performers and educators through combo rehearsals, master classes, and jam sessions.
To close out the week, the students will perform a Friends and Family concert in Dunham Hall room 1109 at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 24. Camp Notes: The first day of camp will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 21. If you still have paperwork to submit, it is recommended that you arrive early. Each day begins at 9:30 a.m. The daily schedule will consist of group rehearsals, master classes and jam sessions. Family and friends are invited to the concluding concert at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 24, in Dunham Hall, Room 1109. Parents may begin picking up attendees at 3:30 p.m. each day. If you purchased a parking tag, you may park in Lot E. All others should pay to park in the visitor's lot. For a printable map of campus, visit siue.edu/maps. Camp attendees have the option to purchase or bring their own lunch. During lunch, students will be escorted as a group to the food court on campus. For more information on campus dining, visit siue.edu/dining.
Flute Camp for any middle school or junior high school wind or percussion student, grades 6-10. Activities focus on developing individual and ensemble instrumental performance skills; exposure to varied musical activities: performances, clinics, and sectionals by SIUE faculty and students, developing rhythmic and melodic reading skills, tone quality, intonation, phrasing, and style, embouchure, posture, hand position, and practice habits. We have individualized instruction through a large ensemble experience, exploring widely varied musical literature, ending with a final concert for family and friends.
String Development Camp is a music camp for violin, viola and cello players using Suzuki Book 2 and above! Campers will participate in orchestra, chamber music, private lessons, master classes and a variety of electives. SIUE Campus Dunham Hall. Please complete the camp registration form. Contact: Mikaila Seo. mseo@siue.edu or 618-650-2839
Group Piano Camp is for those who have never taken a piano lesson or had less than six months of piano lessons. The beginner camps are a fun and engaging introduction to the fundamentals of piano playing (posture, fingering, piano geography) and basic music theory (rhythm, notes, staffs, dynamics etc.). Students also learn about various composers and music genres in a fun and engaging way. The camp is broken into two 50-minute sessions of classes of piano and music theory. South St. Louis Location. Enrollment begins March 1.
Piano Duets & Ensemble This camp will engage students in learning to play piano in a duet and ensemble perfomance setting. Students should know how to read music OR at least have solid understanding basic rythm and note values. Students not posessing such knowledge will feel lost and frustrated, so please carefully consider if this is a good fit for your child. (Free camp tuition is based on 2021/2022 income guidelines and proof of income.)
Music Technology and Composition campers will explore music by writing their own pieces on computer, experiment with MIDI instruments, and will create their own electronic hybrid instruments. No previous experience with computers or keyboards is necessary. Supplies and materials will be provided, including computer generated manuscripts of student's compositions. Group and individual activities will be provided for students with a variety of backgrounds and interests.
Piano Duets & Ensemble This camp will engage students in learning to play piano in a duet and ensemble perfomance setting. Students should know how to read music OR at least have solid understanding basic rythm and note values. Students not posessing such knowledge will feel lost and frustrated, so please carefully consider if this is a good fit for your child. (Free camp tuition is based on 2021/2022 income guidelines and proof of income.)
Edwardsville YMCAhas weekly field trips, gymnastics time, and swim are typically included. Additional specialty camps are traditionally offered for an additional charge.
Summer Writing Day Camp The SIUE is an attractive opportunity for youth ages 8 to 18 who wish to combine learning with recreation. Presented through the Department of English Language and Literature, the Writing Day Camp offers intensive and practical development in basic writing skills in combination with a full and vigorous recreational program.
Also Available July 11-22, 2022
Healthcare Diversity Summer Camp has been created to expose underrepresented high school students to the healthcare fields of: Pharmacy, Nursing, Dental Medicine, And more! We recognize that diverse representation of healthcare students translates to diverse representation in healthcare, which is vital to meet the growing needs of our local community, region, country and world. Camp is hosted on the SIUE campus, which allows students the opportunity to have firsthand experiences of college life and learn more about all SIUE has to offer. There is no cost to attend, and camp is open to rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors from Illinois and Missouri. Free of charge to participants. Application Forms: All forms are available on the School of Pharmacy event page. Forms must be completed by the applicant and a parent and/or legal guardian. In addition to the online application, a current transcript must be emailed. Application materials are due Friday, April 22. Contact: Dr. Lakesha Butler. lwiley@siue.edu. 618-650-5119
Summer Writing Day Camp The SIUE is an attractive opportunity for youth ages 8 to 18 who wish to combine learning with recreation. Presented through the Department of English Language and Literature, the Writing Day Camp offers intensive and practical development in basic writing skills in combination with a full and vigorous recreational program.
4H Camp This overnight camp includes five days of adventure in the out-of-doors. There's waterfront programs, arts and crafts, nature programs, and recreational sports and games. There's swimming, canoeing, rock wall climbing, leather tooling, shooting archery, arts & crafts, fish, hay rides, S.T.E.M. activities, hiking, s’mores over a camp fire, fishing, orienteering, volleyball, basketball, softball, archery, the team challenge course, and much much more!
With a 360-acre lake, over 5,000 acres of forest-covered hills, caves, creeks and more, there are many opportunities for natural exploration and experiential learning. Enjoy campfires, swimming, archery, zipline, sports, canoeing, cookouts, fishing, kayaking or camp games.Camp Lakewood offers four-day camp programs for children ages 6-16 and week camp programs for kids ages 8-17. Shorter sessions are perfect for the first-time camper to be introduced to camp before attending a full-week session. There's something for everyone!
Cub Creek Science Camp Fun and educational STEM summer programs.
