Summer Experience 2022 by The Steward School

SUMMER EXPERIENCE 20

SUMMER EXPERIENCE

The Steward Summer Experience is proud to offer families a chance to determine a summer plan that best works for their schedule. Looking for a full day of camp? Morning camp + afternoon camp = 9 a.m.-4 p.m. or simply choose a morning or afternoon camp during the registration process. For those in need of early morning coverage or extended day, we feature an early drop-off option beginning at 7:45 a.m. or extended day until 6 p.m. Design a summer that’s customized to your individual needs.

Sign up fOr the full summer (June 13–August 26) and save! Grade levels are based on the grade the camper will be entering in the fall of 2022. Camps are open to all students – expect your child to make plenty of new friends. Traditionally, half of our campers are not Steward students. Our camps are sure to excite, inspire, and entertain your child. Lunch Option: We are excited to add a lunch offering to the Steward Summer Experience! Each week we will have healthy and delicious options to choose from. Meals will be provided by Meriwether-Godsey and will accommodate allergies/dietary restrictions while providing a tasty and nutritious meal. More information inside the back cover! Parent and Kid Workshops: We are excited to add a series of parent and child workshops to select evenings this summer. The workshops are designed to give parents a fun sample of our summer experience while bonding with their child. Workshops will include painting, yoga, pottery, cooking, and more. More information inside the back cover!

ACADEMIC CAMPS

ARTS CAMPS

INNOVATION CAMPS

SPORTS CAMPS

TRADITIONAL CAMPS

11600 Gayton Road • Richmond, Virginia 23238 • www.stewardschool.org/summer

GRade Levels Use the color-coded blocks to identify camps that match your child’s age group.

JK/K – learning while playing – – minimum age 4 – – school readiness –

LS – explore new activities – – spend time outside – – expanded list of camps –

MS – learn new skills – – navigation for middle school – – discover passions –

US – expand horizons – – productive preparation for the future – 4

Academic Camps ALGEBRA REFRESHER

FULL STEAM AHEAD

This class is the perfect way to rejuvenate or build upon math skills for the upcoming academic year. Topics will switch each day, and may include but are not limited to solving equations, linear functions, factoring, inequalities, and radicals. Prior exposure to these topics in an Algebra 1 class is required. The class will be formatted to include direct instruction, practice, and activities that support the day’s focus. The camp is open to all and students will hone their algebraic skills in a relaxed environment.

Refresh your campers’ skills in this math and science camp this summer! For one week, students will be engaged in learning both math and science that will help prepare them for the upcoming year. This camp will include interactive games and real-life scenarios that will make learning easy and fun. This camp will be split into two parts: one week for rising second and third graders and one week for rising fourth and fifth graders.

Instructor: Karen Hudson, Steward faculty Grades: 9–12 Date and Time: July 11-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP Do you dream about writing the next billiondollar superhero franchise, or perhaps the next great American novel? Whether you want to write imaginatively about stories set in a galaxy far, far away, or poems exploring your own inner world, the Creative Writing Workshop is geared toward developing skills you can apply to writing and critiquing literary works in any genre. Students will spend time indoors and outdoors writing about their imaginative and physical landscapes, using exercises that incorporate spoken word, visual media, scriptwriting, and collage, as well as traditional challenges like formal poetry and flash fiction. This fun workshop is sure to unearth or advance the writer in you. Instructor: Jessica Conley, Steward faculty Grades: 9–12 Date and Time: August 8-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

Instructors: Ron Coles and Emily Oliff, Steward faculty Grades: 2-3; 4-5 Date and Time: June 27-July 1 (Gr. 4-5), July 1115 (Gr. 2-3), 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

KINDERGARTEN DISCOVERY CAMP Develop school-readiness skills and bridge the gap from JK/preschool to kindergarten at this fun camp. The activities will help students feel comfortable in a new setting while being introduced to the routines of kindergarten. Children will explore the classroom, meet new friends, and interact with faculty, led by veteran early education teacher Lyn Lunsford. This camp is suitable for any student preparing for kindergarten and developing the skills necessary for success in school. Instructor: Lyn Lunsford, Steward faculty Grade: K Date and Time: July 25-29; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: BUILDERS IN TRAINING Calling all inventors, builders, and designers;

come and build some awesome creations with us! We will create our own designs and make structures using Legos, recyclable materials, and many other interesting items. Skills necessary: none! Skills gained: communication, problem solving, reasoning, developing creativity, and teamwork. Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: JK–K Date and Time: June 13-17; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: WORLD OF WIZARDS Calling all wizard fans! This is like no other camp you have experienced. We will take a magical journey into the world of wizards. We will design wands, make magic potions, go on a magical creature hunt, play quidditch, and participate in activities that will astound all muggles. Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: 1-5 Date and Time: June 13-17; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: SCIENTISTS IN TRAINING Take a dash of engineering and a sprinkle of earth science, toss it together with some fun and games, and you have a STEAM-based camp. Our future scientists will explore different worlds of science through take-home creations. Join us for this exciting journey into the world of science. Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: JK-K Date and Time: June 20-24; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: ART SAFARI Grab your binoculars because we are going to take a safari around the world! We will visit different countries each day and learn about

native animals through literature, games, and art. Discover the thrill of the hunt without leaving camp! Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: JK-K Date and Time: June 27-July 1; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: DINO DISCOVERY Do you know which dinosaur was nicknamed “long neck?” Do you know which dinosaur had the biggest head? Join us for a colossal journey into the world of dinosaurs. Build a dinosaur replica and have an archaeological dig just like a real paleontologist. In Dino Discovery, you will have a swamp stomping good time. Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: JK–K Date and Time: July 11-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: MINI MED SCHOOL Is there a doctor in the camp? Join us as we turn camp into Mini Med School. Our little doctors will use stuffed animal patients to take blood pressure readings, give “stitches,” put on casts, and make their own first aid kits, all while learning about what doctors, dentists, EMTs, and other medical professionals do on a daily basis. Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: JK–K Date and Time: August 1-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: INFINITY AND BEYOND 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, blast off! Your camper will be headed to a galaxy far, far away to learn about earth and the amazing solar system. Discover all things galactic, such as comets, planets, shooting stars, rockets, and more. Learn about

flight and the adventures of space travel, and participate in a rocket launch!

businesses. Campers will manage their own portfolios and budgets throughout the week.

Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: JK–K Date and Time: August 8-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

Instructor: Scott Barrett Grades: 6–8 Date and Time: June 20-24; 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: WHIZ KIDS

MATH BRAINS AT WORK

Grab your goggles and lab coat; we are on a scientific discovery mission! Explore the world of science through everyday objects such as food and nature. Learn the science behind the things we use in our daily lives. There will be some explosions, a few creations, and a whole lot of discoveries. Don’t miss out on this mission!

This camp is filled with games and activities that will engage every rising first and second grader’s math brain! The best way to learn and practice math is by using concrete materials, manipulatives, and real-life situations; a fun, effective way to do this is through playing math games. At the end of the week, each camper will take home a folder full of learning games and manipulatives to continue building math confidence.

Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: JK–K Date and Time: August 15-19; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE BOOKWORMS Ready to read? Ready to laugh? Ready to fall in love with the written word? This camp will be focused on learning language arts skills specifically related to the process of reading — concepts of print, vocabulary, and writing; associating letters with sounds; and blending letter sounds to form words and sentences. Campers will explore rich literature and writing through centers, individual and small group instruction, exploration of books, and play to help with reading readiness. Instructor: Jenny Haar, Steward faculty Grades: JK–K Date and Time: June 20-24; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

MAKE DOLLARS MAKE SENSE! Who wants to be a millionaire? Campers in this session will learn the basics of financial literacy through math and play-based lessons, simulating real-life situations. Students will learn budgeting, fundamentals of economics, managing finances, and opening their own

Instructor: Mary Ann Taylor, Steward faculty Grades: 1–2 Date and Time: July 18-22; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

MIDDLE SCHOOL INSIDER This camp is designed specifically to help your student navigate the academic, socioemotional, and organizational challenges of middle school. Students will learn skills such as communicating with peers and instructors, time management and organization, notetaking and test preparation. Instruction will also focus on reading strategies and applying them to different types of texts. In addition, there will be instruction about developing good organizational habits, efficient management of individual classes, and communication techniques. Students will spend time indoors and outdoors. This fun camp is designed to set up rising sixth graders for success during their middle school years and is open to all rising sixth graders, not just Steward students. Instructor: Yaa Akinfolijami, Steward faculty Grade: 6 Date and Time: August 1-5; 1-4 p.m. Cost: $215

MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH Regardless of what level math class your child is entering, we have a math camp that will suit their needs — one class will focus on general math, and another will be geared toward students who are entering Pre-Algebra and Algebra I. This morning camp will also allow Steward students to cross several of the math requirements off their summer to-do lists. Students who want to complete their schoolprovided math packets should explore the Math Packet Lunch Hour supplementary session. Instructors: Jacqueline Tuck and Alexandra Spitzer, Steward Faculty Grades: 6–8 Date: July 25-29; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH PACKET LUNCH HOUR This option is a popular opportunity for your student to work on their school-assigned summer math packets. Bring your lunch, and the teachers will use the time to help with individual questions that your middle school student may have. This is an add-on session for all middle school students to receive focused attention on their summer math requirements. Open to students from all schools; a comprehensive math packet will be provided for those who do not have school-provided summer math exercises. Instructors: Jacqueline Tuck and Alexandra Spitzer, Steward Faculty Grades: 6–8 Date and Time: July 25-29; 12-1 p.m. Cost: $25 for Middle School Math camp participants, $35 for non-camp participants

MIDDLE SCHOOL READING AND WRITING 101 Sixth grade is the first big step on the path toward being prepared for upper school and beyond. Because the demands are different in middle school than in previous years, this

camp will provide instruction to help students be successful in this transition. The writing portion of camp will focus on grammar instruction, including parts of speech, clauses, and mechanics. Over the course of the week, each camper will write a three-paragraph essay focusing on: developing ideas, composing topic sentences, and organization. Students will be given instruction on how to use the MS/US library catalog and time to work on summer reading! In addition to the focus on reading and writing, there will be instruction about developing good organizational habits, including working in Google Classroom and effective communication with teachers. Rising seventh- and eighth-grade students are encouraged to register for Middle School Reading and Writing 201. Instructor: Crystal Hamlin, Steward faculty Grade: 6 Date and Time: July 18-22; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

MIDDLE SCHOOL READING AND WRITING 201 Rising seventh- and eighth-grade students who have adjusted to managing a middle school schedule but who need to step up their language arts skills will benefit from this camp. It will focus on two areas: writing and reading. The writing portion will include a review of grammar, parts of speech, and mechanics. Students will research and outline a five paragraph essay, with focus on topic sentences and organization. Time will be devoted to reading directions, rubrics, and assessing one’s work. For the reading portion, students will be given a review of how to use the library catalog and locate a book. Each day, time will be set aside to allow students to cross off some summer reading from their to-do lists. Rising sixth-grade students are encouraged to register for Preparing for Middle School Reading and Writing 101. Instructor: Crystal Hamlin, Steward faculty Grades: 7–8

Date and Time: July 18-22; 1-4 p.m. Cost: $215

MINI-MATH BRAINS AT WORK Mini-Math Brains is for all young mathematicians. Campers will learn about basic addition and subtraction, graphing, telling time, fractions, word problems, and money. Campers will have plenty of time for fun with educationbased play and will develop math skills to help with future STEAM success. Instructor: Amy Hendrick, Steward faculty Grades: JK–K Date and Time: July 11-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

SAT PREP Take advantage of the summer to brush up on your test-taking skills before the ACT/ SAT. The strategies program is designed to improve scores, increase confidence, and reduce testing stress. All areas of the SAT test are covered in this class. Verbal instruction will focus on techniques for achievement in both the language and critical reading sections, while also strengthening writing and editing skills. Math instruction will review mathematical skills, including number sense, algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics, while learning how to approach multi-layer questions. While the offering is geared towards the SAT, both sessions will focus on testing strategies that can be used to prepare for the ACT as well, such as pacing goals and elimination strategies. Instructors: Peter Hurley and Jennifer Maitland, Steward faculty Grades: 10–12 Date and Time: August 8-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $300 (includes up-to-date SAT Prep and Practice Book with practice tests)

SCHOOL PREP STRATEGIES Southeastern Therapy for Kids is partnering with The Steward School to offer an

occupational therapy-based handwriting camp with gross motor, fine motor, and visual skill interactive activities. These activities will help engage every child to develop improved handwriting and school-based skills that translate into the classroom. These groups will be FUN but they will also be centered around improving legibility and foundational writing skills, including sensory strategies. The therapist will provide activities that are focused on preparing children for the upcoming school year and will tailor individual feedback for each child to help them to reach their goals. They will also include a home program so that when camp ends, there can be continued carryover and fun at home to keep the learning going! Instructor: Ivy Rehab Staff Grade: JK-2 Date and Time: June 20-24, July 25-29; 9 a.m.12 p.m. Cost: $215

SCRIBBLES AND WIGGLES A camp designed to help your little one prepare for school in the fall, this camp will focus on strengthening the rising junior kindergartners or kindergartner’s school readiness. This is a process-oriented class that will promote essential school-readiness skills. Each week will build on information covered in the previous camp session, however, the camp is accessible for new students to join at any time. Structured play, outdoor time, and crafts will be included as essential components to this camp to help your little one learn. This is a school-readiness offering that will work to acclimate your camper to components of the traditional academic curriculum at an independent or public school. Parents interested in a smaller group experience should look at the School Prep Strategies camp. Instructor: Amy Hendrick, Steward faculty Grade: JK-K Date and Time: August 1-5; 1-4 p.m. Cost: $215

SEDIMENT TO THE STARS SCIENCE TOUR

SUMMER CLASSROOM CATCH-UP

An immersive science-based camp offering an in-depth and fun look at science from the ground up. Campers will learn about geology, chemistry, forces of motion and flight, and astronomy. Campers will explore the cosmos as well as our campus, expanding upon their love of science and its impact upon our world.

Refresh your camper’s memory on important knowledge to gear up for the new school year! This camp will go over topics such as mathematics, grammar, and science so that students will be ready to jump right back into learning. This camp will include instruction, practice, and activities that will be educational and fun! In addition to academic instruction applied in a fun and engaging way, the campers will paint, play outside, and do other activities.

Instructor: Mike Mailey, Steward faculty Grades: 6–8 Date and Time: August 1-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

SUMMER BOOK CLUB Reading is the fundamental component for a lifelong love of learning. Children are invited to join us for a fun one-week book club. Club members will grow this love in a positive and relaxing community of readers. Activities will include reading for a purpose through a novel study, instruction in reading strategies, independent and small group reading with teacher coaching, and writing about reading. This will be a perfect opportunity for club members to re-engage as readers and review literacy skills before school begins. Parents will have their own summer homework of cooperative reading with their child each night! The older session will also focus on critical analysis and decoding literary themes and structures. There will also be plenty of time for fun indoor and outdoor play and group activities. Instructor: Jenny Haar (Gr. 2-3), Heidi Bailey (Gr. 4-5, July 18-22), Janell Kauffman (Gr. 4-5, August 1-5), Steward faculty Grades: 2–3, 4-5 Date and Time: June 27-July 1 (Gr. 2-3), July 18-22 (Gr. 4-5), August 1-5 (Gr. 4-5); 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

Instructor: Ashley Lenhart, Steward faculty Grades: 3-4 Date and Time: July 25-29, August 1-5; 9-12 a.m. Cost: $215

WONDERFUL WORDS This exciting program is designed to immerse children in focused reading and writing activities. This full-day camp addresses the literacy needs of children at all levels of ability. Highlights of the camp will include opportunities to read books, recipes, craft directions, and poems. Reading instruction is designed to build decoding skills, fluency, comprehension, and an understanding of how to choose appropriate reading material (“just right” books). Writing instruction is focused on the quality of storytelling and the mechanics of writing. Daily word work builds skills in phonemic awareness, phonics, spelling, and handwriting. This camp specializes in individual, small-group, and whole-group instruction with a low teacher-to-child ratio. Instructors: Mary Ann Taylor and Sabra Willhite, Steward faculty Grades: 1–2 Date and Time: July 11-15; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $425

ARTs Camps CLAYMATION STOP….and animate! Tap into the incredible practice of stop-motion film production and learn the technique from the ground up. Using both stop motion and paper animation techniques plus scripting, students can create the story of their choosing. Claymation Camp contains everything students need to create their own, individual movies, including topquality clay, fun-to-use software, adorable cameras, and an amazing curriculum that turns anyone into a filmmaker. Instructor: Janell Kauffman, Steward faculty Grades: 3-5 Date and Time: June 20-24; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

LITTLE SCHOLARS: COMIC CREATIONS Do you have a knack for drawing? Do you like to write? We have the class for you! Come join us as we explore the world of comics. We will learn about the different styles of cartooning, create new characters, and build a portfolio. This camp is for all aspiring artists, no matter the skill level. Instructors: Little Scholars staff Grades: 1–5 Date and Time: August 15-19; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

MELODY MAGIC: MUSIC ADVENTURE Ignite your child’s passion for music in this week-long camp. Designed for beginners in music, students will be able to experiment with multiple different instruments and be able to try a variety of music styles. Each day will focus on different instruments and different music

styles so that your child will leave this camp with more knowledge and appreciation for music. Level: Beginner Instructors: Melody Magic Music Studio staff Grades: 1–5 Date and Time: July 11-15; July 25-29, August 8-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

OH SNAP! PHOTOGRAPHY CAMP FOR BEGINNERS Want to learn the essentials of digital photography and how to tell a compelling story with your work? Oh Snap! Photography Camp will teach you what all the buttons on your digital camera do. You’ll learn about the exposure triangle, white balance, resolution, and megapixels. We’ll discuss how to capture an image that speaks a thousand words. Daily adventures coupled with in-class discussions will help you master your camera settings and develop a creative eye. Students should bring a digital camera with manual adjustment capacities and a camera manual to class. Camera must be a DSLR or mirrorless camera that shoots in manual mode. In addition to photography, the second half of the day will focus on digital editing and photo development. (For guidance on appropriate cameras, please contact Aaron.Ledesma@ stewardschool.org.) Instructor: Aaron Earley-Ledesma, Steward staff Grades: 6-12 Date and Time: July 11-15; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $375

PAINT AND POTTERY Mrs. Grissom and Mrs. Zinder, Steward art teachers, have many years of experience teaching a combination clay-and-paint class. Join them again this summer for a two-week exploration into these wonderful art forms. The first week will focus on several different hand-building techniques in clay. As we wait for projects to dry, students will learn about different art styles as well as different artists such as van Gogh, Mondrian, Kahlo, and more! We will also experiment with paint and students will be able to let their creativity shine through their projects. Students must be present for both weeks to complete all projects. Instructors: Lynn Zinder and Cindy Grissom, Steward faculty Grades: 3–8 Date and Time: TWO-WEEK CAMP July 11-15 and July 18-22, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $385 (includes supplies)

SPARC: BRAVO During this camp, each day is filled with engaging performing arts activities such as acting workshops, musical theatre training, audition skill building, creative movement, and artistic collaborations. Each week of camp will include opportunities to share your creativity as well as an original musical theatre production at the end of camp. No camp on June 20th or July 4th. Instructor: SPARC staff Grades: 6–8 Date and Time: TWO-WEEK CAMP June 21-24 and June 27-July 1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. OR July 5-8 and July 11-15; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $605 Early Arrival and Extended Day available: Early Arrival 8:15-9 a.m. ($76 additional), Extended Afternoon: 3-4:30 p.m. ($152 additional) For more information, contact Paul Major at pmajor@sparcrichmond.org, and to register, visit www.sparcrichmond.org. Registration must take

place directly with SPARC and not through The Steward School.

SPARC: BRAVO SUMMER COMPANY This challenging, contemporary, nonaudition-based program will train company members in skills like acting, music, dance, and script writing. Members of Bravo Summer Company will work collaboratively to form an ensemble and use their skills to devise an original musical theatre-based piece! Carefully curated workshops and master classes taught by industry professionals round out this dynamic summer experience. Your final day will culminate with a performance of the original work that you helped to create! No camp on June 20th or July 4th. Instructor: SPARC staff Grades: 9–12 Date and Time: TWO-WEEK CAMP June 21-24 and June 27-July 1; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. OR July 5-8 and July 11-15; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $605 Early Arrival and Extended Day available: Early Arrival 8:15-9 a.m. ($76 additional), Extended Afternoon: 3-4:30 p.m. ($152 additional) For more information, contact Paul Major at pmajor@sparcrichmond.org, and to register, visit www.sparcrichmond.org. Registration must take place directly with SPARC and not through The Steward School.

SPARC: BROADWAY BLAST In this fast-paced musical theatre-focused camp, youth will learn legendary songs and dances from some of the greatest Broadway musicals. Campers will practice their musical theatre skills during each active day of Broadway Blast as they prepare to share what they’ve learned in their final shared performance. No audition necessary to be a Broadway star this summer!

Instructor: SPARC staff Grades: 4–7 Date and Time: TWO-WEEK CAMP July 18-22 and July 25-29; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $664 Early Arrival and Extended Day available: Early Arrival 8:15-9 a.m. ($85 additional), Extended Afternoon: 3-4:30 p.m. ($170 additional) For more information, contact Paul Major at pmajor@sparcrichmond.org, and to register, visit www.sparcrichmond.org. Registration must take place directly with SPARC and not through The Steward School.

WINDSTARS MUSIC CAMP Come and learn the fundamentals of string instruments, music, and rhythm all in one week! This camp will include fun activities, practice, and introductory lessons in the ukulele. Participants will have the opportunity to learn to play songs as a group and individually. Campers will discover a new passion for music and learn the basics of rhythm and musical theory. The last day of camp will feature an informal recital. Level: Beginner to Intermediate Instructor: Samson Trinh, Steward faculty Grades: 2–5 Date and Time: July 18-22; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

InnOvatiOn Camps ARCHITECTURE Steward Middle School teacher Maria McCarthy was an architect who ran her own firm in Arizona for 16 years before moving to Virginia and becoming a teacher. She will combine her architectural expertise and her love of teaching for this exciting camp in the Bryan Innovation Lab. Students will learn about proportion, scale, measurement, and craftsmanship to create and design a building that will fit in a selected site plan. They also will design interior spaces of buildings throughout the week. They will utilize creativity to recreate a familiar location, such as Downtown Richmond or Short Pump Mall, to “build” their favorite restaurant or landmark, and to imagine a dream house. Using professional-grade resources and recycled materials, campers will bring home the miniature architectural models they create during camp. Architecture 101 + 201 have been combined into a single fun offering. Instructor: Maria McCarthy, Steward faculty Grades: 6–12 Date and Time: June 13-17 and July 18-22, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $250

BRICKS 4 KIDZ Campers will follow model plans designed by engineers and architects as they build with LEGO® bricks. The LEGO® project kits offered will give campers the opportunity to learn STEM-based principles through fun and educational play. These camps will help children improve fine motor skills, build selfesteem, and learn important classroom lessons such as organization and following directions. Campers will also have the opportunity to explore their imaginations through free play.

ALL BRICKS 4 KIDZ CAMPS ARE AS FOLLOWS: Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz staff 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

B4K: NATURE AND ANIMALS

Build items and craft kits based on the natural world. Creativity and love of nature make these builds a blast for all of our intrepid junior explorers. Grade: JK-K Date: June 13-17

B4K: MINING AND CRAFTING

Ready your pickaxe, design a house, or prepare a defense against a dragon. Players will work solo and in teams to create things from the world of Minecraft. Grade: 1-5 Date: June 13-17

B4K: JUNIOR ROBOTICS: TICKET TO RIDE

All aboard! Join us for a week of fun creating your favorite carnival rides and even making your own. Grade: 1-5 Date: June 20-24

B4K: SUPERHERO ACADEMY

Come build your favorite superheroes or create your own in this superpowered camp! Grade: 1-5 Date: June 27-July 1

B4K: JUNIOR ROBOTICS: SUPERHEROES

Craft, build and control the ultimate superhero in this fun robotics camp blending technology and your imagination. Grade: 1-5 Date: July 11-15

B4K: TICKET TO RIDE

All aboard! Join us for a week of fun creating your favorite carnival rides and even making your own. Grade: JK-K Date: July 18-22

B4K: GALAXY FAR AWAY

Learn the ways of the force and create anything from the world of Star Wars! Grade: 1-5 Date: July 18-22

B4K: JUNIOR ROBOTICS: NATURE AND ANIMALS

Build items and craft kits based on the natural world. Creativity and love of nature make these builds a blast for all of our intrepid junior explorers. Grade: 1-5 Date: July 25-29

B4K: PIRATE ADVENTURE

Ahoy mateys! Join the crew and create your own sea-worthy adventure by building your own ships, monsters, and treasures. Grade: 1-5 Date: August 1-5

B4K: JUNIOR ENGINEERS: WORK VEHICLES

If you love cars and trucks, this is the camp for you. Come build your very own super-charged vehicle and become an engineer! Grade: JK-K Date: August 8-12

B4K: JUNIOR ROBOTICS: TRANSPORTATION TIMELINE

Go through time and build trains, airplanes, and anything in between! Grade: 1-5 Date: August 8-12

B4K: GAME ON!

If you love video games, board games, or anything in between, you will love this camp!

Build characters, create your own games, and get creative with this camp! Grade: 1-5 Date: August 15-19

CARDBOARD CREATIONS Students will use design and technical skills to create their own furniture. The campers will explore a wide range of creation techniques, including cutting, measuring, planning, fastening, and several other skills to build while having fun. Their individual creativity will be on display as they are guided through the fundamentals of building. This camp can be done on its own, and it also pairs perfectly as an afternoon option for students who attend the Architecture camp. Instructor: Maria McCarthy, Steward faculty Grades: 6–12 Date and Time: July 18-22, 1-4 p.m. Cost: $250

CODEMOJI 1.0: JUNIOR CODING! Rising first and second graders will learn the basics of coding and computer science as they are immersed in STEM activities. Students will collaborate to program robots to complete tasks, work with emojis as they dive into the online Codemoji platform, and participate in offline unplugged coding activities and games. Throughout the program, students will design a website and learn to utilize their newly acquired coding skills to advance through interactive lessons. The Codemoji Coder program will challenge students as they advance through HTML, CS, and JS coding basics and promote the desire to continue their coding learning outside of the classroom. Want to sign up for more than one session? No problem, our content is different every time! Instructor: Codemoji staff Grades: 1–2 Date and Time: June 20-24, June 27-July 1 and August 8-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

CODEMOJI 2.0: CODE IT! Does your third-fifth grader love navigating how things work on a computer? Codemoji’s computer science programs teach students to enjoy all things related to coding and the web while building problem-solving and creativethinking skills. Our staff of educators delivers clear, entertaining instruction to ensure students have fun while learning complex coding skills by using popular emojis that represent HTML text, which lowers the barriers to new coders and increases their excitement and understanding of computer science. Students build animation, websites, and video games; explore multiple coding languages; program robots; create STEM-based projects both on and offline; and are encouraged to share their projects on our web-based platform when they get home. Students also work with interactive circuit boards to understand the basics of currents and work with their teacher to build a handful of fun hands-on projects! Want to sign up for more than one session? No problem, our content is different every time! Instructor: Codemoji staff Grades: 3–5 Date and Time: June 20-24, June 27-July 1 and August 8-12; 1-4 p.m. Cost: $215

DOING MATH WITH PYTHON Join in the fun as students explore the basics of coding and programming language to create script, carry out commands, and have interactive fun. This course is based on the book Doing Math With Python by Amit Saha and will have students playing with both math and coding. The daily activities are appropriate for those with coding experience as well as those who are looking to learn. This course will also work on the elements of design and development along with some camper-guided fun. To facilitate a close learning experience and collaborative projects, this camp will be limited to 10 campers.

Instructor: Karen Hudson, Steward faculty Grades: 7–12 Date and Time: August 1-5; 1-4 p.m. Cost: $215

DREAM IT, BUILD IT Calling all future engineers! Campers will stoke their creative passions by conducting science experiments and building various models and designs. The building phase will focus on reusing real-world materials to build existing and imaginative designs. Science experiments will focus on connecting young students with the natural world while helping to engender a lifelong love of science. Instructor: Amy Hendrick, Steward faculty Grades: JK–K Date and Time: June 27-July 1; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

JR. DRONE PREP Ever dream of flying a drone? From flying to rolling to jumping, this camp will teach you all about flying drones! With safety in mind, your camper will be given unique tasks and challenges navigating through, around, and over obstacles. Communication, teamwork, and creativity will be needed! This hands-on, immersive camp will be educational and fun for your child all week long. Instructor: Laura Akesson, Steward faculty Grades: 1–2 Date and Time: June 20-24; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $250

LEARNING TO PLAY In ‘Learning to Play,’ students will discover the power of flexible and positive thinking. Through loosely structured challenges and puzzles, students will practice imagining and finding solutions as they stretch their minds in new ways to build structures out of spaghetti, break secret codes, create silly inventions, and more. Take a break from technology and focus on being imaginative, silly, and scrappy: that’s all you need to have fun!

Instructor: Scottie O’Neill, Steward faculty Grades: 4-6 Date and Time: July 25-29; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

Instructor: Janell Kauffman, Steward faculty Grades: 3-5 Date and Time: June 13-17; 9 a.m.-12p.m. Cost: $215

LES PETITS CHEFS: MINI COOKING CAMP

TAKE TO THE SKIES!

Our youngest campers will learn proper techniques in the kitchen, including hygiene, safety, and cooking techniques. This camp is designed to connect children to the joy of cooking and establish a love of healthy eating for our youngest campers. Expect your camper to want to help out at home after they spend a week in this camp making delicious and healthy recipes. Instructor: Janell Kauffman, Steward faculty Grade: JK-K Date and Time: July 25-29; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

NEEDLEPOINT Come stitch with us! This camp will teach students different categories of decorative stitches and how to create stitches of their own. Campers will learn several techniques and be able to create multiple beautiful works of art. All skill levels are welcome, and your child will leave with new skills and a new enthusiasm for needlepoint! Instructor: Carlee Cutchin, Steward faculty Grades: 3-5 Date and Time: June 27- July 1, 9 a.m.-12p.m. Cost: $215

SEWING CAMP Come and learn all the basics of sewing during this camp and more! Your child can make multiple new projects this week all while improving their skills and having fun. Your child will have the option to choose from several different projects during this camp. Beginner level projects will include pillows, stuffed animals, and room decorations. All skill levels welcome!

Learn to fly a drone and learn their importance in different situations! Campers will split up into teams and face off in this action packed camp to take on the roles of a flight squad. This camp will include a lot of fun and realistic challenges where they can creatively outsmart their opponents and solve challenging problems. Campers will learn all features of a drone and how to work with a team, take initiative, and become more confident in their skills throughout the week. Lead a team to victory! Instructor: Laura Akesson, Steward faculty Grades: 3–5 Date and Time: June 20-24; 1-4 p.m. Cost: $250

YOUNG CHEFS ACADEMY: CULINARY CAMPS The Young Chefs Academy Program will immerse young chefs in a world of culinary creativity and discovery. In addition to developing cooking skills, our classes incorporate elements necessary for a budding young chef including kitchen safety, food preparation, proper food handling, presentation, reading, math, science and history. Through hands-on participation, children build life-enriching skills and experience the thrill of discovering, creating, and tasting new foods. All recipes are nut free and will feature ingredients from Steward’s community garden. Students will also learn kitchen safety and discuss the importance of nutritious and quality sourced ingredients. Instructors: Young Chefs staff Grades: 1–5 and 6–8 Dates: June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29, August 1-5, August 15-19; Grades: 1–5 (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) and 6–8 (1-4 p.m.) Cost: $250

Sports Camps ALL SPORTS K&L This full-day sports camp will take place at K&L Sports in nearby Montpelier with transportation provided to and from Steward each day. K&L Sports promotes sportsmanship and camaraderie while increasing athletic skill level, using a 6-to-1 student-to-pro ratio. Each week, the activities include tennis, basketball, baseball, horseshoes, swimming, football, soccer, wiffle ball, dodgeball, kickball, frisbee, hiking, and other field and team games. This full-day camp includes a K&L Sports t-shirt, Friday pizza party, and lots of daily prizes. Coach: Kurt Hammerschmidt, Steward tennis coach Grades: 3–8 Dates and Time: June 20-24, July 11-15; 8:20 a.m.-4:20 p.m. Cost*: $380 (includes transportation), $320 (without transportation)*

ARCHERY Stay on target and learn a new skill this summer! Students will learn the basics of archery from range safety, shooting form, parts of the bow, and sportsmanship. During this camp, they will be able to practice with different types of bows and learn different types of archery, all while improving their technique. Bows and arrows will be provided. Coach: Tony Sorrell, Steward faculty Grades: 6-9 Dates and Time: July 25-29, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

BOYS BASEBALL Steward’s Baseball Camp focuses on fundamentals and skill development with an exciting game each day. Coach Bruce Secrest

and his varsity players will give each camper individualized attention and drills for continued improvement at home. The daily routine will include work on throwing, fielding, and hitting, followed by the opportunity to apply new and improved skills in the daily game. Each camper will leave camp as a better baseball player with a focus on the fundamentals of the game. Coach: Bruce Secrest, Steward athletic director and varsity baseball coach Grades: 1–7 (Players will be grouped according to age, size, and ability.) Date and Time: June 27-July 1; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

CHAMPIONSHIP GIRLS BASKETBALL State-champion coach Kara Bacile will lead your athlete through basic fundamentals of shooting, ball handling, and passing while focusing on individual skills as well as team play. Campers will have fun learning the technical, physical, and strategic skills of basketball in an appropriate way based on all skill levels. Players will work on drills, scrimmage as 2 v 2, 3 v 3, and full games. Whether new to the sport or an experienced player, campers will definitely leave as better players. They will also receive a skills guide to continue their training at home. Open to female players of all skill levels! Coach: Kara Bacile, Steward varsity girls basketball coach Grades: 3–8 Dates and Time: August 8-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

CHEERLEADING Do you have spirit? Let’s hear it! Catch the spirit of cheerleading as you join The Steward

School cheerleaders and coaches for a week of fun. Campers will not only learn cheers and dances, but will also work on the fundamentals of cheerleading, including basic motions, jumps, and stunts with an emphasis on safety. Campers will showcase what they learn when they perform a mini-routine for parents and guests at week’s end. Coach: Braeden Glancy, Steward cheerleading coach Grades: 2–8 Date and Time: June 20-24; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

CORE: GYMNASTICS At CORE, our mission is to instill and develop confidence, fitness, and life skills through gymnastics. We believe every child has different strengths and talents, and we strive to enhance each child’s individual physical capabilities through personal coaching in a group setting. Our students increase coordination, balance, flexibility, strength, and self-confidence through tumbling, hopping, stretching, and conditioning. Our certified instructors will progressively help develop skills such as: donkey kicks, log rolls, forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and handspring progressions using proper form and execution. Coach: CORE Gymnastics staff Grades: K–4 Date and Time: June 13-17 and July 11-15, 1-4 p.m. Cost: $190

CORE: NINJA This high-octane combination of obstacle training, martial arts, gymnastics, and freestyle movement is designed to harness the limitless energy of young ninjas for a total body workout that builds strength, endurance, and character. Our students increase coordination, agility, strength and self-confidence through ninja skills and obstacle course training. Coach: CORE Gymnastics staff

Grades: K–4 Date and Time: July 25-29 and August 15-19, 1-4 p.m. Cost: $190

DISCOVER KARATE FOR KIDS The Budo Center uses modern karate as a vehicle to increase balance, coordination, confidence, respect, and focus, and to enhance goal-setting characteristics. This program consists of basic kicks, punches, blocks, stances, forms, and curriculum all while safely having FUN! The Budo Center’s courses are designed to instill confidence and build a solid foundation in life for every student by assisting them in achieving a healthy mind, body, and spirit. Coaches: The Budo Center staff Grades: 2–5 Date and Time: August 15-19; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS Stronger, healthier, and more fit kids turn into healthy and productive adults. Our Fitness Fundamentals Camp ensures your kids learn how to be their best, whether they need to get healthier or run faster in their sports. Their camp training will include sport-specific warmups, sport-specific fitness, flexibility, balance, and mobility, among many other skills. Coach: Chad Twining, Steward strength and conditioning coach Grades: 6–9 Dates and Time: June 13-17; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

GOLF Sports 4 Life coaches supply everything for your child during golf camp, including ageappropriate kid-size clubs, foam and low compression balls, miniature pitching/chipping nets, and putting greens. Campers will learn all about golf: pitching, putting, chipping, driving, hand-eye coordination, balance, how to keep score, fun golf games, and positive character

traits. Coaches keep it FUN and educational. All are welcome! Coaches: Sports 4 Life staff Grades: K–5 (Players will be grouped according to age, size, and ability.) Date and Time: July 18-22, August 8-12; 9 a.m.12 p.m. Cost: $190

INTRO TO SOCCER: SOCCER SHOTS Shoot and SCORE this summer with soccer! Each young athlete will learn new skills on the field and take home important values such as teamwork and good sportsmanship. Students will learn how to pass, dribble, and shoot through fun and interactive team games. Don’t pass on this opportunity for campers to grow through fitness and character development! Instructor: Soccer Shots Staff Grades: JK-1 Date and Time: July 25-July 29 or August 8- 11 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

ITTY BITTY YOGIS: POSE, RUN & HAVE FUN! Join Itty Bitty Yogis for a week of yoga-play and mindfulness fun at The Steward School! Your camper will spend the week balancing their bodies and brains as they discover yoga through yoga-inspired games, yoga stories, partner poses, and mindfulness crafts. This is not your typical yoga camp! Our campers will pose, run, and have some fun as they learn all about yoga and mindfulness in an engaging environment. Instructors: Katie Cooke and Itty Bitty Yogis staff Grades: JK–2 Date and Time: August 1-5 and August 15-19; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

JUNIOR ALL SPORTS Does your young athlete love sports? In this sports camp specially designed for our littlest campers, budding athletes will enjoy an actionpacked week of soccer, kickball, and other favorites. Each day will have sessions in two or more different sports with an emphasis on sportsmanship and teamwork. Fundamentals will be reviewed and reinforced each day, followed by prizes and popsicles. Coaches: Tony Sorrell and EJ Watkins, Steward faculty Grades: JK–1 Date and Time: July 18-22; 9 a.m-12 p.m. Cost: $190

BOYS LACROSSE The boys varsity lacrosse coach and his players will teach a range of fundamental skills in a fun, competitive atmosphere with daily games and contests on the field. This popular camp differentiates itself by providing a low player-to-coach ratio in order to dedicate greater attention to every child. Points of emphasis will include correct techniques for ground balls, throwing, catching, shooting, fast breaks, unsettled offense/defense, transition, and face-offs. Campers should bring their own equipment, including stick, helmet, gloves, shoulder pads, elbow pads, cleats, and mouthguard. Contact Coach Tyler at jetyler1022@gmail.com with any equipment questions or to borrow (limited supply available). Coach: Jim Tyler, Steward varsity lacrosse coach Grades: 2–9 (Players will be grouped according to age, size, and ability.) Date and Time: June 20-24; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $200 (includes reversible pinnie)

NEXT LEVEL BASKETBALL Next Level Basketball camp is designed to teach all aspects of the game. Your athlete will work with Coach Foley on the basic fundamentals of shooting, ball handling, and

passing and will play in 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5 tournaments. There will also be other games and contests with chances to win great prizes. Coach Foley’s camps are known for bringing fun and excitement to basketball. Coaches: Bob Foley and staff Grades: 1–9 Dates and Time: June 27-July 1, July 18-22, August 1-5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $265 ($250 if paid by April 1) To register and for more information go to www. bobfoleybasketball.net or contact Bob Foley at (804) 387-9493 or bob@bobfoleybasketball. net. Registration must take place directly with Bob Foley Next Level Basketball and not through The Steward School.

BOYS SOCCER Athletes will score a great summer experience by attending the popular Steward Soccer Camp! They will learn all the important skills of the game such as passing, shooting, trapping, and possession play. Camp will begin each day with a skill of the day, followed by technical training (fundamentals or skill games), and finally team play. Coach: EJ Watkins, Steward Soccer Grades: 2–9 (Players will be grouped according to age, size, and ability.) Dates and Time: June 20-24, July 25-29; 9 a.m.12 p.m. Cost: $190

GIRLS SOCCER Athletes will score a great summer experience by attending the popular Steward Soccer Camp! They will learn all the important skills of the game such as passing, shooting, trapping, and possession play. Camp will begin each day with a skill of the day, followed by technical training (fundamentals or skill games), and finally team play. Coach: Chris Sullivan, Steward Soccer Grades: 2–9 (Players will be grouped according

to age, size, and ability.) Dates and Time: June 20-24, July 25-29; 9 a.m.12 p.m. Cost: $190

GIRLS SOFTBALL Steward’s Softball Camp focuses on fundamentals and skill development with an exciting game each day. The coaches will give each camper individualized attention and drills so they can continue to improve at home. Each day of camp will include practice throwing, fielding, and hitting, followed by the opportunity to apply new and improved skills in a daily game. Each camper will leave camp as a better softball player with a focus on the fundamentals of the game. Coach: Amy Hendrick, Steward faculty Grades: 1–7 (Players will be grouped according to age, size, and ability.) Date and Time: June 20-24; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

SPORTS CONDITIONING The demands of sports can wear down your kids, especially when all they do is run from practice to practice and game to game. With our Sports Conditioning Camp, they will work on bodyweight and strength training, speed and agility training, ACL injury prevention, the selfdiscipline required for next-level athletics, and how to have fun while getting better at sports. Coach: Chad Twining, Steward strength and conditioning coach Grades: 6–9 Dates and Time: August 1-5; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

SPORTS SPECTACULAR Does your young athlete love sports? In the on-campus morning program, campers will enjoy an action-packed week of touch football, soccer, street hockey, dodgeball, and other favorites. Each day will have sessions in two or more different sports with an emphasis on

sportsmanship and teamwork. Fundamentals will be reviewed and reinforced each day during game time, followed by prizes, popsicles, and the popular downhill water slide on the hottest days!

or on a boat. We maintain a 1-to-5 counselorto-camper ratio to ensure every camper gets some one-on-one time each day to advance their skills. Virginia Outside provides all bait and tackle, rods and reels, and life jackets.

Coaches: Tony Sorrell and EJ Watkins, Steward faculty Grades: 2–8 (Players will be grouped according to age, size, and ability.) Dates and Time: June 13-17 and July 11-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

Instructor: Virginia Outside staff Grades: 1–3 Date and Time: June 27-July 1; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost: $425

TENNIS

This camp focuses on teaching the entire process of fishing from rigging rods, tying knots, and baiting hooks to driving boats with trolling motors, all while introducing campers to the great wealth of fishing opportunities the area has to offer. We have access to some great private ponds, where campers are assured success; the camp will split time between the ponds and the James River, where we will chase down our own river monsters (flathead and blue catfish up to 30 lbs.) right here in the city.

Join Steward’s state-championship tennis coach for a great week of tennis. New players, regardless of age, will be given beginning instruction, while experienced campers will be grouped with others who are striving to be competitive. Players will focus on performing drills, developing championship skills, and improving their knowledge of the sport of tennis. Coach: Kurt Hammerschmidt, Steward tennis coach Grades: 6–12 ONE-WEEK TENNIS CAMP Date and Time: June 27-July 1; 9-11:30 a.m. Cost: $250 MINI TENNIS CAMP (Three-Day Camp) Date and Time: July 18-20; 9-11:30 a.m. Cost: $150

VIRGINIA FISHING ADVENTURES FOR YOUNGER CAMPERS This one-week fishing camp is designed to spark interest in fishing and teach basic tactics as well as get our younger campers outdoors and having fun. We fish in a combination of public and private ponds and reservoirs, and will often find an hour to splash around in a local river in search of crayfish, frogs, and salamanders. Safety is our number one priority, so all campers will wear life jackets when in the water

VIRGINIA FISHING ADVENTURES FOR OLDER CAMPERS

Instructor: Virginia Outside staff Grades: 4–9 Date and Time: July 25-29; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost: $575

VIRGINIA OUTSIDE ADVENTURE CAMP Fishing, rock climbing, tubing, kayaking/ canoeing, and looking under rocks in the river to see what’s there are just some of the activities in this awesome camp. We will explore the natural environment of the James River Park System and other area parks, creating a safe time for kids to be kids and enjoy time outside. Having fun, learning for themselves, starting to see a progression of skill development, and building a base that your child will carry for life are just some of the things they will acquire in our wonderful outdoor playground that is so close by: the James River Park System. So put on your outdoor clothes, tie your shoes tightly, and prepare for some adventure and excitement.

Instructor: Virginia Outside staff Grades: 4–8 Date and Time: July 18-22 and August 15-19; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost: $550

VIRGINIA OUTSIDE MOUNTAIN BIKING Richmond has some of the best urban mountain biking trails around. Join our staff of experienced riders for a week on the trails this summer. Campers will develop beginner and intermediate mountain biking skills, including steering, shifting, hill climbing and descending, log hopping, dodging obstacles, etiquette, maintenance, safety, and more. Campers ride in the morning, take a midday break for an activity like tubing or snorkeling on the James River, then get back on the bikes in the afternoon. Campers are placed in groups from beginner to advanced-intermediate, so they are riding with campers of the same ability. We provide bikes and helmets, but campers

are also welcome to bring their own. Campers should know how to ride a bike before signing up for this camp. Instructor: Virginia Outside staff Grades: 3–8 Date and Time: August 1-5; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Cost: $550

VOLLEYBALL Open to all experience levels, this camp will focus on the basics of volleyball, including passing, setting, hitting, and serving. Instruction will include basic fundamental techniques and team building, and game play at the end of each day will give players a chance to put their new skills to use. Coach: Steward varsity volleyball coach Grades: 4–9 (Players will be grouped according to age, size, and ability.) Date and Time: July 11-15; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $190

TraditiOnal Camps AFTERNOON ADVENTURES Afternoon Adventures is the perfect way to extend your camp day. Every Monday afternoon is spent at Steward with a variety of entertaining visitors, and field trips are taken to local places every Tuesday through Friday. This camp can be done separately or as part of an entire Summer Experience day. This is a popular afternoon offering that fills up early. Instructor: Summer Experience staff Grades: JK–8 Dates: June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29, August 1-5, August 8-12, August 15-19; 12-4 p.m. Cost: $200

BEST WEEK OF SUMMER To close out the summer, join us for an extra-fun, week-long extravaganza of oncampus activities and off-campus field trips. Students will meet at Steward each morning and head off for full- and half-day adventures. Examples of activities include arts and crafts, trips to Fredericksburg FunLand, Go Ape ropes course, children’s theatre productions, and other exciting opportunities in and around the Richmond area. We guarantee a great time! Instructor: Summer Experience staff Grades: JK–8 Date and Time: August 22-26; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $400

MINI-BEST WEEK OF SUMMER! This is a new special half-week adventure in July! All campers will meet at Steward in the morning on Wednesday-Friday and then set off for half-day or full-day adventures. Examples of

activities include arts and crafts, Mission Laser, the Science Museum, sports and more! No camp on July 4th and July 5th. Instructors: Summer Experience staff Grades: K-6 Date and Time: July 6-8; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $250

RVA CHESS AND BOARD GAME CAMP Chess RVA teaches your child how to play chess and become better players. Playing chess helps kids think more clearly and improves math and reading skills. Classes include both instruction and supervised play. Chess RVA offers all the tools you will need to introduce chess to beginners or guide the more experienced player toward more competitive play. Other board games such as Backgammon, Blokus, Mancala, Q-bitz, and Set will be used to help expand the strategic mind. Instructor: Chess RVA staff Grades: 3–8 Date and Time: June 27-July 1, August 8-12; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: $215

COMMUNITY SERVICE SAMPLER Part of being a good steward in the community is contributing to projects that help others. This week of service will include time spent with multiple organizations that make a significant impact on many lives. Each morning, the Steward bus will depart campus with a team of young volunteers and Steward faculty who will spend the day putting themselves to work in a meaningful way. Hours can be applied to school-required community service credit.

Instructors: Wallace Inge and Rashad Lowery, Steward faculty Grades: 8–11 Date and Time: July 25-29; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: $400

DRIVER’S EDUCATION RVA Driving Academy instructors will guide soon-to-be drivers through the classroom portion of driver’s education for nine days in June. Students may choose to register for the classroom session only and/or behind-thewheel instruction. The classroom curriculum will include the Virginia Department of Education certified 10-module driver’s education curriculum. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory. The seven required behind-the-wheel sessions will be scheduled once classes begin. Behind-the-wheel scheduling and payment will be coordinated with RVA Driving Academy at the conclusion of the classroom sessions. Instructor: RVA Driving Academy staff Ages: 15–18 Dates and Time: Classroom Session: June 6-10 and June 13-17, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Cost: Classroom $300

KIDSACTIVE ADVENTURE CAMP Time to get out and explore! This camp will focus on learning more about plants and wildlife, spending quality time outside, and having fun. Campers will get to play games, make crafts, and get a close-up look at the world. Featuring exciting trips to trails, the James River, and more, students will leave this camp with a new love for all the outdoors has to offer! Instructor: Kidsactive Staff Grades: 1-5 Date and Time: June 13-17, August 8-12; 9 a.m.12 p.m. Cost: $250

SPARTAN COUNSELOR APPRENTICES

(Steward Students Only)

Current Steward students are invited to apply for the Spartan Counselor Apprentice (SCA) program. Learning to be helpful stewards is an important component of the early teen years, and this program is a fantastic way for students in rising grades 7–11 to take leadership roles during the summer. They will work with a variety of teachers and students each week, leading younger groups around campus and assisting instructors with lessons. Through this program, the young counselors will help our talented teachers by serving as volunteers in a low-key setting. Interested students should submit applications and will take part in short interviews as part of the selection process. The application includes a place for parents to mark the weeks their students are available during the summer. Students who need to submit volunteer hours for school can apply their working time from this experience. Applications can be found on the Steward website and are due by April 1, 2022. Applicants will be notified by April 30, 2022. Due to the success of this program in recent years and our need to make sure the SCAs enjoy rewarding experiences, limited spaces are available each week. This program is limited to current Steward students. Applicants must be available for training on June 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Grades: 7–11 at the time of application Dates and Time: June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15, July 18-22, July 25-29, August 1-5, August 8-12, August 15-19, August 22-26; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cost: There is no cost associated with this program for accepted applicants.

New fOR 2022 Parent + Kid WOrkshOps Now YOU can join the Summer Experience too! Come learn and play with your child through pottery, cooking, yoga, and other collaborative experiences. This is a great opportunity to make new memories together that you will cherish forever. To allow the small group experience that is desired, the offerings will be limited in capacity. The session cost is for a parent and child pair. The offerings are:

YOGA WITH YOGASIX STUDIO:

CANVAS CLASSICISM:

Stretch, relax, and have fun! You and your child will learn about the importance of exercise while building balance, strength, poise and character. Join us for a relaxing evening and movements to practice together at home.

Spend an evening creating a hand-painted canvas with Steward faculty member Lynn Zinder based on the work of a classical artist. Based on the works of famous artists such as Canaletto, Manet, Da Vinci and others, each parent and child will craft a canvas worthy of the mantle. In addition to painting, tips for brushwork, balancing, and perception will be provided by expert teacher Lynn Zinder.

Dates and Time: June 23, August 11; 6-7 p.m. Cost: $35

COOKING WITH YOUNG CHEFS ACADEMY: Order up! Fix up your favorite dishes and new ones with your child that will be fun to cook and fun to eat. Your stomach and your heart will be happy after this evening together. In addition to learning new culinary techniques, kitchen safety will also be emphasized to allow your camper to become proficient in the kitchen. Dates and Time: June 30, July 21; 6-7 p.m. Cost: $35

POTTERY WITH ALL FIRED UP: Create a new mug, vase, or tile and show off your creativity! Both you and your child will get to create your own piece of art that you can take home. Dates and Time: July 28; 6-7 p.m. Cost: $35

Dates and Times: July 14, August 4; 6-7 p.m. Cost: $35

2022 LUNCH OFFERING: This summer will introduce a dining service available as an option to all campers. The service will feature a morning snack and a delicious lunch provided by Meriwether Godsey. Menus will be sent two weeks in advance and will be able to accommodate most dietary/allergy restrictions. The weekly cost is $35 and we are excited to provide this service to continue to enhance the camper and parent experience. Morning-only or Afternoon-only campers can also add on the lunch option if preferred. Morning only campers will stay for lunch.

POlicies REGISTRATION AND CONFIRMATION To participate in a Summer Experience camp or class, please visit www.stewardschool.org/ summer to register and complete all necessary forms, including medical information. Registrations will not be processed without deposit or full payment. A confirmation email will be sent upon receipt of registration. An informational letter including drop-off and pick-up locations, supply lists (if necessary), and other pertinent information will be sent to campers as the camp date approaches. For additional or specific information, please contact the Summer Experience staff at Camps@stewardschool.org.

BEHAVIOR POLICY We expect all campers to abide by Steward values while on our campus. Campers will act with respect for themselves, their peers, their leaders, and their surroundings. Should the summer staff have concerns about camper behavior, parents will be informed, and campers may be asked to leave. No refunds will be given for individuals who are asked to leave a camp or program because of behavior.

CANCELLATION OF CLASSES There are minimum class sizes for all camps and programs. The Steward School reserves the right to cancel any course, program, or activity as necessary. In such cases, a full refund will be made. Tuition is refundable after June 1

only if The Steward School cancels a course or program. Cancellations made after this date will be subject to an 8% cancellation fee plus loss of deposit. In the event of extreme weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to cancel or postpone any part of camp for the safety of the campers and cannot provide a refund for any cancellation or postponement that is weather-related.

INSURANCE INFORMATION Parents/guardians agree to provide health and accident insurance for the student and to indemnify the school and its personnel against any liability for student accident or health problems.

PAYMENT A $50 non-refundable deposit is required for all Summer Experience programs. Installment payments may be paid monthly or bi-monthly. Remaining balances must be paid in advance of the start date for the camp. Monthly payment options are available during the registration process.

DROP-OFF & PICK-UP Students may be dropped off for camp 15 minutes prior to the start of camp and picked up no later than half an hour after the end of camp (usually 4:00 p.m.). For those who need extra coverage, Early Drop-Off (7:45 a.m.) and/or Extended Day (4-6 p.m.) are available. Please select the Early Drop-Off or Extended Day option during the registration process. The

cost is $35 per week per option. Please email camps@stewardschool.org if further care is needed.

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CAMP STAFF

ALLERGIES AND MEDICATIONS

All Summer Experience camps are supervised by a qualified adult camp leader. Safety and a positive experience are the most important aspects of our summer program, and we believe that this is best accomplished with knowledgeable adults who are passionate about your child’s experience. Our camps also staff a trained medical professional. Teen counselor apprentices will be used to help with experience, play, and group movements but your camper will always be supervised by a qualified roster of adult counselors and program leaders. Most camp counselors and coaches are trained in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Epi-Pen administration.

Important notice to parents of campers with allergies: The Steward School camps are NOT free of peanuts, wheat, dairy, or allergens. We make every reasonable accommodation for campers with allergies. If your child is in a camp where cooking or food preparation is part of the curriculum, please discuss your child’s dietary needs with the camp director. Children who require the use of epinephrine for lifethreatening emergencies will be asked to keep their devices with them at all times (a small backpack works well) or store them safely for the week with our medical staff.

LUNCH SUPERVISION

If you have any questions about our camps, please send an email to camps@ stewardschool.org. One of our friendly camp administrators will get back to you as quickly as possible.

Campers staying for the full day can bring bagged lunches every day or order a meal from dining services, and they will eat under the supervision of Steward camp staff. Many camps will also request that the campers bring snacks daily.

PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY Unless we receive a written letter to the contrary, The Steward School exercises the right to use any photographs and/or

QUESTIONS

SUMMER EXPERIENCE DIRECTOR Chuck Robinson Chuck.Robinson@stewardschool.org 740-3394, ext. 6529 ASSOCIATE HEAD OF SCHOOL Lisa Dwelle Lisa.Dwelle@stewardschool.org 740-3394, ext. 2307

11600 Gayton Road • Richmond, Virginia 23238 • www.stewardschool.org/summer

Short Pump Glen Allen

Innsbrook

Lakeside

West Creek

The Steward School

Willow Lawn

Scott's Addition

The Fan

Bon Air

Midlothian

Brandermill

Woodlake

DIRECTIONS The address for The Steward School is 11600 Gayton Road, Richmond VA 23238. The campus is easily accessible from Interstate 95, Route 288, and Interstate 64, as well as Broad Street, Patterson Avenue, and Gayton Road.

Index ACADEMIC CAMPS Algebra Refresher (9-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Creative Writing (9-12). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Full Steam Ahead! (2-3, 4-5). . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Kindergarten Discovery (K). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Little Scholars (JK-K, 1-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Little Bookworms (JK-K). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Make Dollars Make Sense (6-8) . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Math Brains (1-2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Middle School Insider (6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Middle School Math Camp (6-8) . . . . . . . . . 8 MS Reading & Writing 101 (6). . . . . . . . . . . . 8 MS Reading and Writing 201 (7-8). . . . . . . . . 8 Mini-Math Brains (JK-K) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 SAT Prep (10-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 School Prep Strategies (JK-2) . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Scribbles & Wiggles (JK-K). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sediment to Stars Science Tour (6-8) . . . . 10 Summer Book Club (2-3, 4-5). . . . . . . . . . . 10 Summer Classroom Catch-up (3-4). . . . . . 10 Wonderful Words (1-2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ARTS CAMPS Claymation (3-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Comic Creations (1-5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Melody Magic Music St. (1-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Oh Snap! Photo. for Beginners (6-12). . . . . 11 Paint & Pottery (3-8). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 SPARC: Bravo (6-12). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 SPARC: Broadway Blast (4-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 WindSTARS Music Camp (2-5). . . . . . . . . . 13 INNOVATION CAMPS Architecture (6-12). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Bricks 4 Kidz w/ LEGO® (JK-K, 1-5) . . . . 14-15 Cardboard Creations (6-12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Codemoji Coding Camps (1-2, 3-5). . . . 15-16 Doing Math with Python (7-12) . . . . . . . . . 16 Dream It, Build It (JK-K). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Junior Drone Prep (1-2). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Learning to Play (4-6). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Les Petit Chefs (JK-K) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Needlepoint (3-5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Sewing (3-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Take to the Skies! (3-5). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Young Chefs Academy (1-5, 6-8). . . . . . . . . 17 SPORTS CAMPS All Sports K&L (3-8). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Archery (6-9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Baseball (1-7). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Girls Basketball (3-8). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Cheerleading (2-8) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 CORE: Gymnastics (K-4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 CORE: Ninja (K-4). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Fitness Fundamentals (6-9). . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Golf (K-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Karate (2-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Soccer Shots (JK-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Jr. All Sports (JK-1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Boys Lacrosse (2-9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Next Level Basketball (1-9). . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 IBY: Pose, Run & Have Fun! (JK-2). . . . . . . 20 Soccer (2-9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Girls Softball (1-7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Sports Conditioning (6-9) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Sports Spectacular (2-8) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Tennis (6-12). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Virginia Outside (1-9). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Volleyball (4-9). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 TRADITIONAL CAMPS Afternoon Adventures (JK-8). . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Best Week of Summer (JK-8). . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Mini-Best Week (JK-8) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Chess and Board Game (3-8) . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Community Service Sampler (8-11) . . . . . 24 Driver’s Education (Ages 15-18). . . . . . . . . 25 KidsActive Adventure Camp (1-5). . . . . . . . 25 Spartan Counselor Apprentices (grades 7-9 in spring 2022). . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 New in 2022. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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