Experience A Summer of Adventure and Play at Kalamazoo Country Day School Summer Camp
Summer is my favorite season.
As a child, the anticipation of waiting for the faint tune of the ice cream truck to grow louder as it wound through the neighborhood is a long-treasured memory.
As a parent, I still enjoy the “lazy days of summer,” but want to incorporate learning for my children that continues after the school year ends.
Is there a camp that combines the fun of summer, while still reinforcing learning and social emotional connections?
Kalamazoo Country Day School is excited to offer themed summer camps to extend learning beyond the classroom year.
Through these camps, children will continue their academic and character development while participating in a wide variety of fun
activities including soccer, magic, art, fitness, classic summer fun and the Summer Olympics.
Kids will leave camp with a reawakened curiosity and desire to learn.
Can Anyone Attend KCDS Camps?
Yes! While Kalamazoo Country Day School is a private school, their summer camps are open to everyone- not just just KCDS students!
Read on to see how KCDS has everything your kiddo needs for a memorable summer experience.
In this Article
• Weekly Camp Themes
• Camp Packing List
• Camp FAQs
• KCDS School Intel
KCDS’s Themed Camps Ensure No One Will be Bored
Every week is something new at Kalamazoo Country Day School’s summer camps. Through activities, experiments and adventure, kids will have a blast learning something new each week of camp.
Do you have a soccer enthusiast? Future artist? Scientist in training? KCDS has camp sessions for all.
And with flexible schedules (full or half day) and child care available, they can accommodate busy families as well.
KCDS summer camps are offered to children aged two years, nine months through nine years old.
2024 KCDS Weekly Camps
• Soccer with Coach Wright (June 10-14): Come see how we learn through drawing, counting and playing the world’s most perfect game! We use sportsmanship and rules of the game as a basis for academic organized play with Coach Adam Wright and his staff.
• Magical Summer Fun (June 17-21) : Magic summer camp will be an unforgettable experience for your child as they learn to read minds and magically vanish objects into thin air!
• Classic Summer Fun (June 24-28): How about back to those old neighborhood picnic days? How about sack race, tug-of-war and popsicle days? Let’s make a lemonade stand! We’ll use the money to buy a bunch of pizza and ice cream and have a water fight!
• Independence Week (July 1-3): Students will enjoy lots of patriotic games and crafts throughout the week!
• Adventures in the Great Outdoors (July 8-12): This theme allows kids to get outside and explore the natural world. They might participate in nature hikes, learn about plants and animals, and have fun getting active in the great outdoors.
• Summer Olympics (July 15-19): Students will explore the Summer 2024 Olympics by playing our own Olympic sports like 3-legged race, and balloon relay! They will learn sportsmanship, and working together as a team.
• Art & Artists (July 22-26): On this colorful exploration, the children will learn about colors, various artists and create artwork based on different fun techniques!
• Science Fun (July 29-Aug 2): Slime, bubbles, edible art, and more. There will be some explosions, a few creations, a whole lot of fun, and messy discoveries!
• Fitness Bootcamp (Aug 5-9): With a focus on cardiovascular fitness, each camper will learn proper technique and the importance of healthy living.
• Summer Childcare (Aug 12-16): Summer Childcare Week provided by our Aftercare Director. This week will be less structured and focused on back to school themes while celebrating the final week of summer camp.
KCDS Camp Packing List
• Water Bottle
• 2 Snacks
• Lunch
• Nap Blanket and travel pillow
• Extra Set of Seasonal Clothing
• Bathing Suit & Towel
• Sunscreen & Bug Spray
• All items must be labeled with the child’s first and last name
KCDS Summer Camp FAQs
• Ages: 2 years, 9 months – 9 years old. All campers must be potty trained
• Schedule: All camps run from 8:15 AM – 3:15 PM
• Half-Day Option: Half Day sessions are available and conclude at 11:45 AM
• Child care: Available from 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Camp Staff: Camps are taught by KCDS faculty members
Have more questions or need more information? Email the KCDS team for more info.
About Kalamazoo Country Day School
KCDS began in 1979 when local families saw a need for an independent, non-profit school in the Kalamazoo area.
This Pre-K through 8th grade school was built on collaboration with families, staff, alumni and friends to create lifelong learners.
KCDS students are enriched with Spanish four times per week beginning in preschool; additional subjects include music, visual art, technology and physical education.
Every year, the school seeks to admit talented and motivated students and are committed to economic diversity. Kalamazoo Country Day School is tuition-based and financial aid is available.
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Portage, MI 49002
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