2021 Summer Cool Brochure by dsha9

S UM M E R CO OL 125+ Camps for Girls in Rising Grades 1-9

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School | Summer 2021

THERE IS SOM ET H I NG FOR e ery girl at SUM M E R C O OL ! Whether you prefer to spend your summer on the soccer field or with your nose in a book — or a little of both! — DSHA has you covered this summer with 125+ camps created and designed with girls in mind.

Athletics

Study Skills

Faith

Theatre

Leadership

Visual Arts

Music

Wellness

Reading

Writing

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Si tiene interés en hablar con alguien que hable español sobre los cursos de verano, favor de hablar con la Sra. Lisette Rodriguez-Reed, Directora de Servicios Estudiantiles, Equidad y Participación | 414.721.2903

TABL E OF C ON T E N TS 3

Build a customizable camp experience that works for you!

COVID-19 safety precautions

Important dates

Daily schedule

9 - 14

Camp schedules by week

15 - 18

Camps for rising grades 1-3

19 - 24

Camps for rising grades 4-6

25 - 30

Camps for rising grades 7-8

31 - 32

Camps for incoming high school freshmen

33 - 36

Athletic camps

37 - 38

DSHA Community Theatre Works

39 - 40

Registration & important camp info

41 - 42

Parents –– learn more about DSHA!

CREAT E YO U R best summer yet! CR E ATE Build a customizable schedule that works for you.

Choose your weeks.

Camp schedules by week can be found on pages 9-14.

Community Theatre Works schedule can be found on page 38. Choose individual camp sessions; an entire week of camp; or come for the whole summer.

Choose camps by grade level.

Camp descriptions are organized by grade level on pages 15-32. Athletic camps for all grades can be found on pages 33-36.

Community Theatre Works is available for both girls and boys in rising grades 5-8 (page 38).

Choose camps by areas of interest.

Look for category icons next to the camp descriptions to find camps that suit your interest.

Need help building a camp schedule that works for your family?

We’d lo e to help you.

Contact Community Relations Officer Norma Herbers, at HerbersN@dsha.info or 414.721.7975. 3

C OV I D -1 9 S A F E T Y P R E C AU T I O N S

As this brochure goes to print we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic as a community. DSHA has implemented a health and safety plan approved by the Milwaukee Health Department and will continue to abide by any regulations in order to protect the health and safety of all members of our community—including our Summer Cool participants. Camp enrollment for 2021 will be limited to allow social distancing in each classroom or meeting space. Any other health department requirements in effect during summer 2021 will be enforced.

MARK YOU R C AL E N DA RS

Important Dates: March 1

March 31

May 15

Online registration begins at dsha.info/summer.

Last day to save 20%!

Last day to register for all camps and ensure your desired t-shirt size.**

S A V E 2 0 %* on Summer Cool!

*Discount does not apply to Community Theatre Works.

**Camps with low enrollment may be cancelled after May 15; you will have the option to enroll in an alternate camp.

DAILY Schedule

8:30 - 8:45 a.m. | Drop-off — all campers report to the Commons.

8 : 4 5 - 9 a.m. | All-camp morning assembly

9 - 1 1 a.m. | Camp session 1

1 1 - 1 1 : 3 0 a.m. | All-camper lunch

11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Camp session 2

1:30 p.m.-2 p.m. | Outdoor recess (weather permitting)

2-4 p.m. | Camp session 3

4 p.m. | Campers dismissed from the Commons— must be picked up by 4:15 p.m. 7

Camp Schedules:

CTW

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMEN

GRADES 7-8

GRADES 4-6

GRADES 1-3

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

LUNCH

W E E K O F J U N E 14 -18 SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

Canvas Creations p. 15

Cursive Writing p. 15

Origami p. 17

Wisconsin and the Other 49! p. 18

Parts of a Whole p. 17

STEAM Candy p. 18

First Aid and Safety p. 20

Canvas Creations p. 19

Girls Who Code p. 21

Workshop for Authors p. 23

STEAM Candy p. 22

Dance Camp p. 19

STEAM Candy p. 29

First Aid and Safety p. 26

Dance Camp p. 25

Vocal Music Camp p. 30

Girls Who Code p. 27

Canvas Creations p. 25

Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying (M-TH) p. 32

DSHA Application Workshop: 6/15 only 8th Graders Only 9:30-11:15 a.m. | p. 26

Basketball, p. 33, 8-9 a.m. | Gr. K4-4 Basketball, p. 33, Gr. 5-7 Cross Country, p. 33, Gr. 5-9 | (M-TH) Field Hockey, p. 33, Gr. 9

Basketball, p. 33, Gr. 8-9 Fit. & Performance, p. 33, Gr. 7-9 | (M & W)

Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 4-8 | (TH only) 5:45-7 p.m. (Week 1 of 6) p. 22, 29 Golf, p. 33, Gr. 6-9 | (M only) 1-3 p.m.

Field Hockey, p. 33, Gr. 5-8

Musical Theatre Youth Camp Gr. 5-6 | (Week 1 of 3) p. 38

Advanced Musical Theatre Youth Camp Gr. 7-8 | (Week 1 of 3) p. 38

WEEK OF JUNE 21-25 OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

Delicious Art of Decorating p. 15

Canvas Creations p. 15

Money Smarts p. 16

Gooey Science p. 16

Wonderful Writers p. 18

Pets and Their Care p. 17

Skills, Drills & Critical Thinking p. 22

Creative Writing p. 19

Delicious Art of Decorating p. 20

Grace Anatomy p. 21

Gooey Science p. 21

Quilting p. 22

Grace Anatomy p. 27

Delicious Art of Decorating p. 25

Quilting p. 29

Handbells p. 27

Unplug p. 29

Fiction Writers Workshop p. 26

Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying (M-TH) p. 32

DSHA Application Workshop: 6/24 only 8th Graders Only 9:30-11:15 a.m. | p. 26

CTW

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMEN

GRADES 1-3

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

GRADES 4-6

LUNCH

GRADES 7-8

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

Volleyball All Skills, p. 34, Gr. 5-6 | (M-TH)

Volleyball All Skills, p. 34, Gr. 7-8 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fit. & Performance, p. 33, Gr. 7-9 | (M & W)

Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 4-8 | (TH only) 5:45-7 p.m. (Week 2 of 6) p. 22, 29

Golf, p. 33, Gr. 6-9 | (M only) 1-3 p.m.

Musical Theatre Youth Camp Gr. 5-6 | (Week 2 of 3) p. 38

Advanced Musical Theatre Youth Camp Gr. 7-8 | (Week 2 of 3) p. 38

Camp Schedules:

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

Cooks and Books! p. 15

Cursive Writing p. 15

Entrepreneur Adventures p. 16

Manners Matter p. 16

Fabric Fun p. 16

Stained Glass and More p. 18

Fabric Fun p. 20

Harry Potter at DSHA! p. 21

Cooks and Books! p. 19

Service—DSHA Style p. 22

Math Olympics p. 21

Writing Workshop p. 23

Service—DSHA Style p. 29

Cooks and Books! p. 25

Fabric Fun p. 26

Harry Potter at DSHA! p. 27

Etiquette p. 26

Math Olympics p. 28

INCOMING FRESHMEN

GRADES 7-8

GRADES 1-3

LUNCH

GRADES 4-6

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

W E E K O F J U N E 2 8 - J U LY 2

Leadership Boot Camp p. 32 (W Only) 12-6 p.m.

CTW

ATHLETICS

Tennis, p. 34, Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH) Fit. & Performance, p. 33, Gr. 7-9 | (M & W)

Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 4-8 | (TH only) 5:45-7 p.m. (Week 3 of 6) p. 22, 29

Golf, p. 33, Gr. 6-9 | (M only) 1-3 p.m.

Swimming & Diving, p. 34, Gr. 6-12 | (M-F) 4-6 p.m. Musical Theatre Youth Camp, Gr. 5-6 | (Week 3 of 3) p. 38 11

Advanced Musical Theatre Youth Camp, Gr. 7-8 | (Week 3 of 3) p. 38

W E E K O F J U LY 1 2 - 1 6 SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

Art with the Greats p. 15

Escape Room p. 16

Vision Boards p. 18

Saints Alive p. 17

Outdoor Fun! p. 17

Art with the Greats p. 19

Escape Room p. 20

Forensics Summer Series p. 20

How to Succeed at Studying Without Really Trying p. 21

Vision Boards p. 23

Chess for Beginners & Beyond p. 19

Escape Room p. 26

How to Succeed at Studying Without Really Trying p. 27

Chess for Beginners & Beyond p. 25

Writing for the Stage p. 30

Mingle & Meditate p. 28

Vision Boards p. 30

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMEN

GRADES 1-3

Fairy Tales p. 16

GRADES 4-6

LUNCH

GRADES 7-8

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

Camp Dasher p. 32 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Rugby, p. 34, Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH)

Softball, p. 34, Gr. 4-6 | (M-TH) 9:30-11 a.m.

Softball, p. 34, Gr. 7-9 | (M-TH) Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 4-8 | (TH only) 5:45-7 p.m. (Week 4 of 6) p. 22, 29 Fit. & Performance, p. 33, Gr. 7-9 | (M & W) 12

Camp Schedules:

ATHLETICS

LUNCH

SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

Greeting Cards p. 16

Games Galore p. 16

Confident Communicator p. 15

Plays & Playwriting p. 17

Pinspiration p. 17

Science & Math of Cooking p. 17

Mingle & Meditate p. 21

Calligraphy p. 19

Investing & Finance p. 21

Science & Math of Cooking p. 22

Plays & Playwriting p. 22

Pinspiration p. 22

Pinspiration p. 29

Investing & Finance p. 27

Calligraphy p. 25

Super Brain: Math p. 29

Science & Math of Cooking p. 29

Girl Power Book Club p. 27

DSHA Application Workshop: 7/20 only 8th Graders Only 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. | p. 26

Forensics Boot Camp p. 32

INCOMING FRESHMEN

GRADES 7-8

GRADES 4-6

GRADES 1-3

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

W E E K O F J U LY 1 9 - 2 3

Volleyball All Skills, p. 34, Gr. 7-8 | (M-TH) 8:30-11 a.m.

Lacrosse, p. 34, Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Volleyball Freshman Skills, p. 35, Gr. 9 | (M-TH) 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Fit. & Performance, p. 33, Gr. 7-9 | (M & W)

Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 4-8 | (TH only) 5:45-7 p.m. (Week 5 of 6) p. 22, 29

W E E K O F J U LY 2 6 - 3 0 SESSION 2: 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

OUTDOOR RECESS

SESSION 3: 2-4 P.M.

Creating with Clay p. 15

Super Learner Math Fact Workshop p. 18

Wacky World of Dr. Seuss p. 18

Blast into Summer! p. 19

Escape Room p. 20

Girl Power Book Club p. 20

Movie Making p. 22

Geo Journeys p. 20

Acting Workshop p. 19

Escape Room p. 26

Engineering & Space Science p. 26

Acting Workshop p. 25

Mock Trial Camp p. 28

Movie Making p. 29

Gearing up for Algebra! p. 26

Soccer, p. 34, Gr. 1-5 | (M-TH)

Soccer, p. 34, Gr. 6-9 | (M-TH)

Mother Daughter Yoga Gr. 4-8 | (TH only) 5:45-7 p.m. (Week 6 of 6) p. 22, 29

Fit. & Performance, p. 33, Gr. 7-9 | (M & W)

Volleyball Tune Up, p. 35 Gr. 9 (T, W, TH) 5-7 p.m.

Blast into Summer! p. 15

Escape Room p. 16

ATHLETICS

INCOMING FRESHMEN

GRADES 1-3

Girl Power: Disney Heroines p. 16

GRADES 4-6

LUNCH

GRADES 7-8

SESSION 1: 9 - 11 A.M.

GRADES 1-3 Art with the Greats

Explore your creative side by learning about legendary artists in history and copy their artistic techniques for your own masterpieces! Gain a stronger appreciation of art and the confidence to use your creative skills as you explore the works of artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Georgia O’Keefe, and more. July 12-16 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

Blast into Summer!

Learn to build and decorate your own rocket to be launched at the end of the week! See how boosters work and what America has planned for its new space program. And did you know that a DSHA alumna worked on the rover that explored the surface of Mars?! July 26-30 | 2-4 p.m.

Confident Communicator

Develop your public speaking skills early! Using a Toastmaster’s approach, campers will learn the art of organizing a meeting, how to organize a speech, practice delivery, and how to give and receive feedback. We’ll also talk about how to be a good audience and how to interact with a speaker. July 19-23 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Cooks and Books!

Learn to make easy, tasty, and nutritious snacks while reading and creating fun stories to go along with them! We’ll learn the importance of healthy eating and creatively connect good food with good stories! June 28-July 2 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

| $75

Canvas Creations

Grab a paintbrush and canvas and start creating! By following the primary example canvas, you can put your own spin on interesting samples to create your own artwork while creating friendships in the process. June 14-18 | 9-11 a.m. and/or June 21-25 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75 15

Creating with Clay

Let’s explore your creative side using air-hardening clay and sculpting tools to create different projects. New themes each day will help us build masterpieces that we can display at the end of the week. July 26-30 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75

Cursive Writing

Did you know there is a science behind the art of cursive writing? Research shows cursive writing stimulates brain synapses and synchronicity between both sides of the brain. This camp will introduce the lost art of cursive handwriting to not only help campers improve their handwriting but improve brain activity as well. Campers will learn upper and lower case cursive letters and write sentences by the end of the week! June 14-18 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and/or June 28-July 2 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Delicious Art of Decorating

Channel your creativity into a delicious masterpiece! Learn the basics of decorating cupcakes, cookies, and more tasty treats! Get hands-on experience creating beautiful snacks and desserts and then—let’s eat! June 21-25 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

Entrepreneur Adventures

Starting your own business is a dream! Everything from lemonade stands to jewelry shops to art sales should begin with a plan. Come learn what to think about when you start a new business: What do you want to sell? How will you let people know? What will you charge? How will you collect and use the money you earn? June 28-July 2 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Escape Room: Dasher Edition

Escape Rooms are a type of physical adventure game in which a group of people are locked in a room and have to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape the room within a set time limit. Let’s try it at DSHA! We’ll devise a challenge that will get you to use your detective skills and work as a team to solve the mystery! July 12-16 | 2-4 p.m. and/or July 26-30 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Fabric Fun

Tie dye, puffy paint, and fabric markers, oh my! Each day, you’ll design and decorate a piece of clothing including socks, hats, and more. Creativity and individualism are strongly encouraged, and you will be able to work together to perfect fabulous fashion pieces! A list of required clothing pieces will be provided before camp begins. June 28-July 2 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75

Fairy Tales

Each day we’ll read and discuss a new fairy tale. Then we’ll take on a series of activities including themed scavenger hunts and art projects that will create a magical week for you! Let’s think about how the damsels in distress could have solved their own problems and how others can help! Come learn something new about common fairy tales and really bring them to life! July 12-16 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Games Galore

Have fun learning new games and playing some you may already know! The games we play will allow you to practice math facts, strengthen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and have fun at the same time. You’ll be ready to impress everyone with your new skills and make new friends along the way! July 19-23 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Girl Power: Disney Heroines and More!

Girls rule! From Disney princesses to Wonder Woman, we can see how girls are portrayed in books and movies and how we can learn courage, leadership, compassion, strength, honesty, and humility from each of them! We’ll talk about how to look at fictional characters and pick out their best traits. Maybe we’ll even create a heroine of our own! July 26-30 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Gooey Science

Let’s have some summer fun with classic experiments—with a twist! SLIME!! EXPLODING VOLCANOES!! And MORE!! Come dressed for messy, messy fun! June 21-25 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

Greeting Cards and More

Everyone loves getting mail! Getting a homemade card is even more special! Let’s create cards for every occasion, including birthday greetings, Christmas cards, thank you notes, get well wishes, and more. We’ll take a “field trip” to the Art Gallery here at DSHA and talk to our artist in residence Sr. Karlyn Cauley, SDS, DS ’61, who makes beautiful greeting cards for a living! We’ll also learn how to address envelopes, write a letter, and mail our creations to someone we love! July 19-23 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

Manners Matter

Manners are important in everyday life to be successful socially and later, professionally. This fun, interactive camp will teach essential manners and social skills to help our campers become more confident in any situation. June 28-July 2 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Money Smarts

When you get an allowance or cash for a present, what do you do with it? Let’s talk about how to count money, how it works, and the best uses for it when you have it. We’ll play games and do activites that are fun and build math skills as well. June 21-25 | 2-4 p.m. | $50 16

Grades 1- 3 (c ont.) Origami

The ancient art of paper folding provides a wide range of personal development benefits. Campers will use hands-on geometry to problem-solve, develop math skills, strengthen concentration and listening skills, while practicing patience and exercising creativity to create beautiful art projects and have fun! June 14-18 | 2-4 p.m. | $65

Outdoor Fun!

Scavenger hunts, huge games of tag, kickball, mini Olympics, and more! Join us for some good ol’ outdoor fun while making new friends and soaking up some vitamin D. If the Wisconsin weather doesn’t want to be our friend, no worries, we’ll take the fun inside to our wonderful gym to play and explore. This camp is designed to strengthen the body while empowering the brain! July 12-16 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Parts of a Whole

Get a jump start on fractions. Campers will begin each day with a story and then see how fractions are part of that story and are part of everyday life! We’ll work together on creative projects that help visualize fraction concepts with hands-on crafts and games! June 14-18 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 17

| $50

Pets and Their Care

We LOVE our pets! Here’s a camp where you can learn about furry and feathered friends. Whether you have a pet or wish you did, we can learn about the health benefits of having an animal in your home, why breeds look and behave so differently, and how to keep them happy and healthy! We can even design our own collars, leashes, and food bowls. June 21-25 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Pinspiration

Do you love DIY projects? We’ll take a look at what’s trending on Pintrest and create projects using imagination and crafting techniques. Get ready to turn everyday household objects into art! July 19-23 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75

Plays and Playwriting

Create and act out your very own play. We will learn the skills that go into developing and creating a play, practice acting skills, and teamwork. In groups, you will brainstorm, write, direct, and perform your very own show to be presented at the end of the week! July 19-23 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Saints Alive!

Our Catholic faith is full of role models to help us live in God’s beautiful world—they’re called SAINTS. Let’s learn about some of them as we read stories of their lives, learn where and when they lived, and make some saint-related crafts, prayer cards, and rosaries. July 12-16 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Science and Math of Cooking

How do milk, sugar, and salt turn into ice cream? What does gluten do to bread? How does milkfat affect the taste of cheese? Explore the science behind these and other popular foods through hands-on experiments. After a week of measuring, cooking, and testing, you will leave with delicious recipes, mental math tricks, and plenty of fun food facts to impress your family and friends! July 19-23 | 2-4 p.m. | $65

Stained Glass and More

The rainbows of broken colors and shapes in bright, beautiful stained glass are like puzzles of light. Truly a sight to behold. With easy and safe techniques girls can bring that beauty home as they create their own mini masterpieces. We will not only create projects each day, but we can take a tour to get inspiration from the art glass around the campus of DSHA! Happy crafting! June 28-July 2 | 2-4 p.m. | $75

STEAM Candy

A sweet twist on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Spend the week completing STEAM candy-themed activities and experiments. From constructing candy cars and boats to creating your own candy maze, you will collaborate with your fellow scientists and dig deep into understanding STEM concepts with art. Get ready for your sweetest summer camp yet! June 14-18 | 2-4 p.m. | $75

Super Learner Math Fact Workshop

Learn about numbers, geometry, and math history all while improving math skills, speed, and accuracy. This Super Learner camp is designed to reinforce, enrich, and challenge campers to develop and broaden math skills beyond the typical grade level requirements. July 26-30 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Vision Boards—Design the Life You Love

As you prepare for a new school year, envision your plans and goals and devise a plan to achieve them. Learn the importance behind a vision board and spend the week discovering what drives you and inspires you to meet your goals. Create your own beautiful vision board for the upcoming year. July 12-16 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

Wacky World of Dr. Seuss

Let’s practice our reading, writing, and rhyming skills using the books of the fabulous Dr. Seuss! We’ll check out foxes in soxes, cats in hats, and other wild and wacky adventures, all while we practice our reading and rhymes. Come check out the fantastic creatures in so many of Dr. Seuss’s books and we’ll even create a fantastic creature of our own! July 26-30 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Wisconsin and the Other 49!

We can take a “road trip” around the USA for a week of fun with our 50, nifty United States! Let’s learn about our home state and the others! We can talk about why states are shaped the way they are, and maybe sample some special foods! June 14-18 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Wonderful Writers

Looking for a fun and creative opportunity to improve your writing this summer? Come practice different styles of writing, apply effective editing and grammar strategies, and create published pieces with bindings and illustrations. Take your writing skills to the next level—you’re on your way to becoming a published author! Grab those creative hats for some writing fun! June 21-25 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

GRADES 4-6 Acting Workshop

Do you love to act? Do you love to watch and be in plays? Do you want to improve your speaking skills? Dip your toe into theatre and stretch yourself creatively! Delve into new acting, improv, and movement skills. At the conclusion of camp, you will perform a short play for your family and friends. (Grades 4-8) July 26-30 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Art with the Greats

Blast into Summer!

Learn to build and decorate your own rocket to be launched at the end of the week! See how boosters work and what America has planned for its new space program. And did you know a DSHA alumna worked on the rover that explored the surface of Mars?! July 26-30 | 9-11 a.m. | $75

Calligraphy

The art of calligraphy is fun and easy to learn! Build your techniques with century-old fundamentals. Campers will start with the basics of artful lettering, ending with a personal and unique piece of art to show off their new skills! July 19-23 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Canvas Creations

Chess for Beginners and Beyond

Campers will focus on the fundamentals of chess through a combination of instruction and chess play. We’ll learn opening strategy, basic checkmates, and tactics to start campers on the path to a love of this fascinating game. (Grades 4-8) July 12-16 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Cooks and Books!

Where do chefs and cooks find the delicious ideas for the foods they create? They start with cookbooks! Let’s look at the art of creating good recipies and gathering them together. We’ll look at how cookbooks are arranged, written, and presented and then we’ll make our own. At the end of the week, we’ll celebrate with snacks we’ve invented! June 28-July 2 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Creative Writing

Want to try your hand at writing your own new favorite book or poem? Sign up to learn all the basics and tools you’ll need to write anything you want! We will cover everything from creating characters, to writing dialogue, and describing the setting of your story. No prior knowledge required! June 21-25 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Dance Camp

Join the Dasher Dance Team for a great opportunity to dance, make friends, and have fun! This camp is designed to learn the basics of dance and dance team. Come learn an exciting routine that you will love to perform at an end-of-camp showcase. Parents and friends are welcome! (Grades 4-8) June 14-18 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Delicious Art of Decorating

Escape Room: Dasher Edition

Escape rooms are a type of physical adventure game in which a group of people are locked in a room and have to solve a series of puzzles, find clues, and escape the room within a set time limit. Let’s try it at DSHA! We’ll devise a challenge that will get you to use your detective skills and work as a team to solve the mystery! July 12-16 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and/or July 26-30 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Fabric Fun

First Aid and Safety

Come learn the basics of first aid! Simple emergency procedures including use of the bystander CPR and AED system will be covered. We’ll talk about recognizing emergency situations and how to get help. We’ll also assemble a home first aid kit and put together a safety plan to complete with your family. You won’t receive a formal certification, but you will gain important skills. June 14-18 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Forensics Summer Series

Extemporaneous speaking, dramatic interpretation, poetry, prose, and more! Whether you’re preparing for a future forensics season or just wishing to build self-confidence and poise, this camp will help you practice and hone your skills all while being in a supportive environment. Working with DSHA Assistant Forensics Coach & MUHS Director of Debate Annabelle Arney explore the Mid-Level Forensics Association of Wisconsin categories to find the best fit for you. Campers will focus on voice and breath control, vocal warm-ups, and teamwork. Let’s add some fun to your summer and get you excited to speak up! Beginners and more seasoned presenters are welcome. July 12-16 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Geo Journeys

Where can a map take you? Everywhere! We’ll start with our own map to pinpoint and travel across the ocean and back again. Find out about life and culture in places north, south, east, and west. We’ll map it old school and new school with both foldout maps and technology such as Google Earth. Take a trek around the world with latitude and longitude. We’ll encounter new people and places along the way! July 26-30 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Girl Power Book Club

Come explore books whose female main characters are leaders, heroes, the champions that save the day, find the cure, or go on an adventure. This camp provides girls with tremendous educational, social, and self-esteem boosting benefits. Through exposure to these amazing girl power stories, we are fostering the next generation of girls who will pursue whatever dreams they choose. July 26-30 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Grades 4 - 6 (c ont.)

Girls Who Code

Coding is one of the fastest growing fields today! Only 26% of all coders are women. Join the mission to close the gender gap in technology and change the image of what a programmer looks like. Girls Who Code provides girls with a safe, fun, and supportive learning environment. With the support of their peers and role models, girls learn to see themselves as computer scientists. Through fun and interactive curricula, girls will not only learn about how to positively impact their community through code, but they also are taught to be brave and resilient. Come learn basic computer science concepts in a fun and creative way. June 14-18 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Gooey Science

Let’s have some summer fun with classic experiments—with a twist! SLIME!! EXPLODING VOLCANOES!! And MORE!! Come dressed for messy, messy fun! June 21-25 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

Grace Anatomy

GraceGirls is a well-known program that introduces the fun of fitness while promoting strong bodies, strong minds, and strong hearts! GraceGirls daily workouts will feature fun ways to exercise for girls of all skill levels. But we won’t just work out—we’ll use fun games and activities to help us figure out how our body parts work together to exercise, walk, talk, eat, sleep and play. Whether you are fit as a fiddle or have never done a burpee, you’ll move and learn that “Strong is Beautiful” and our bodies are amazing! (Grades 4-8) June 21-25 | 9-11 a.m. | $75 21

Harry Potter at DSHA!

What if you were accepted into Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? From receiving your admission letter, to having the Sorting Hat choose your house, to creating your own wand, you will be able to experience all the magic of Harry Potter, but right here at DSHA! And did you know the adventures of Harry and his friends have lessons connected to our Catholic faith? Come have fun with Harry, but see how love is the ultimate weapon against evil—sound familiar? June 28-July 2 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

How to Succeed at Studying Without Really Trying

Master the 21st Century skill of learning faster. Learn new skills while unlearning bad habits and gain confidence in your learning ability. July 12-16 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Investing and Finance

It’s never too early to learn about money and how to become financially savvy! We’ll use fun and interactive activities to learn financial literacy. Let’s look at how money works, how to earn it, and save it for that special item or for your future! We’ll talk about money basics: save, spend, donate, and invest. July 19-23 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Math Olympics

Compete in the brainiest challenge in Olympic history! Using creative and fun math games and projects, campers will sharpen their problem solving strategies that foster mathematical creativity. Individuals and teams will compete for the gold medal and strengthen their math skills at the same time. June 28-July 2 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Mingle and Meditate

Summer is a time to take a break from the stress and busyness of school and after-school activities. Learn some concrete strategies for relieving stress, staying calm, and working collaboratively. We’ll experience different calming techniques including some yoga practices. Campers will walk away from this week feeling refreshed and energized and with some tips on how to stay that way through the school year! July 19-23 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Mother Daughter Outdoor Yoga Girls look to their moms for support, guidance, and love. This yoga series will enhance your unique bond through the sharing of fun, accessible, friendly, partner-pose yoga and active relaxation, followed by open conversation and artistic journaling. Classes will weave in prevalent social issues such as building healthy self-esteem, positive-self talk, and reducing stress. Empowered with information and support, our daughters will feel confident to make healthy decisions as the teen years approach and independence beckons. And mothers will feel grateful as they cultivate a safe space for their growing daughter to stay connected and open-hearted. No prior yoga experience necessary, just a willingness to be as you are and come together through wellness. This is a partner activity so moms or other parenting female and daughter should both sign up. (Grades 4-8) Thursdays ONLY June 17, 24, July 1, 15, 22, 29 | 5:45-7 p.m. | $75/mom | $75/ea. daughter

Plays and Playwriting

Quilting

Join Julie Leack Karasek, DSHA ‘90, owner of The Patched Works Quilting Shop in Elm Grove, and get introduced to the wonderful world of quilting. We will discuss technique and quilt-math to create your own patterns. Julie will provide fabric and supplies to design, plan, and complete a hand-quilted project. See how artistic creativity and math go together to produce a beautiful work of art! No previous sewing experience necessary. (Grades 4-8) June 21-25 | 2-4 p.m. | $75

Science and Math of Cooking Movie Making

Campers learn to write, direct, and edit their own short movie in a fun educational atmosphere. Learn the elements of storytelling, editing, and special effects. Turn your summer memories into your own motion picture! July 26-30 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

Pinspiration

Service—Dasher Style

Service is such an important aspect of being a Dasher! Come and participate in some of the same service projects DSHA students do during the school year—and learn what it takes to create your own service project! Each day we will work together to contribute to a service project grounded in our sponsoring order’s Salvatorian mission of sharing the goodness and kindness of Jesus Christ. (Grades 4-8) June 28-July 2 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Skills, Drills, and Critical Thinking

Exploring math has never been so much fun! Prevent the summer slide and keep the brain engaged. This camp is designed to meet the needs of the camper whether that is getting ahead, filling-in gaps, or just maintaining that hard-earned skill. This hands-on interactive math camp will make fractions fun and interesting with running, music, games, cooking, and more! Our campers love math and learn math. June 21-25 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

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Grades 4 - 6 (c ont.)

Vision Boards—Design the Life You Love

As you prepare for a new school year, envision your goals and aspirations and devise a plan to achieve them. Learn the importance behind a vision board and spend the week discovering what drives you and inspires you to meet your goals. Create your own beautiful vision board for the upcoming year. July 12-16 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

Workshop for Authors

Take your writing skills to the next level! We will practice different styles of writing, apply effective editing and grammar strategies, and create published pieces with bindings and illustrations. Let’s get on the way to becoming a published author! June 14-18 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Writing Workshop: Oh, the Places You’ll Go!

If you love to write, you want your readers to feel that they are right inside the story! Let’s improve your descriptive writing skills to make that happen. We’ll experiment with settings and descriptive techniques that turn your stories into a 3-D experience! June 28-July 2 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

G R A D E S 7- 8 Acting Workshop

Calligraphy

The art of calligraphy is fun and easy to learn! Build your techniques with century-old fundamentals. Campers will start with the basics of artful lettering ending with a personal and unique piece of art to show off their new skills! July 19-23 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Canvas Creations

Chess for Beginners and Beyond

Dance Camp

Cooks and Books!

Where do chefs and cooks find the delicious ideas for the foods they create? They start with cookbooks! Let’s look at the art of creating good recipies and gathering them together. We’ll look at how cookbooks are arranged, written, and presented and then we’ll make our own. And at the end of the week, we’ll celebrate with snacks we’ve invented! June 28-July 2 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Delicious Art of Decorating

DSHA Application Workshop (8th graders only)

Join us for a tour of DSHA and a workshop to learn more about the DSHA admissions application! Hear from the admissions team for a one-session deep dive into everything you need to complete the process. At the end of each session, participants will receive a waiver code for the admissions application fee. You won’t want to miss this chance to reduce stress in the fall of your eighthgrade year! June 15 (T) Tour | 9:30-10:30 a.m. Workshop | 10:30-11:15 a.m. June 24 (TH) Tour | 9:30-10:30 a.m. Workshop | 10:30-11:15 a.m. July 20 (T) Workshop | 11:30-12:15 p.m. Tour | 12:15-1:15 p.m. | $35

Engineering and Space Science

Design and build your own rocket to be launched at the end of the week! Learn the science behind aeronautical design and see how boosters, thrust, and reentry work with the successful launch and recovery of space missiles. See what America has planned for its new space program and the Space Force! And did you know a DSHA alumna worked on the rover that explored the surface of Mars?! July 26-30 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $75

Escape Room: Dasher Edition

Etiquette

Learn essential manners and social skills that will provide more self-confidence as you encounter more challenging personal interactions in middle school, high school, and beyond. With fun and interactive role-playing we’ll learn things from introductions to public speaking to good sportsmanship to table manners. June 28-July 2 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Fabric Fun

Fiction Writers Workshop

Get ready for a crash course in the fiction writing process. From planning and plotting, to revisions and edits, you’ll get the insider’s view to the world of storytelling. You’ll also have a chance to put your knowledge to work on your own writing and have an opportuity to give feedback on each other’s creations. Start being the best writer you can be! June 21-25 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

First Aid and Safety

Gearing up for Algebra!

Enhance your math skills in a fun, relaxed environment. Get a jump start on the new school year. Develop a basic understanding of algebra concepts, build models, practice algebraic thinking, and build confidence. Algebra is right around the corner. Previous knowledge of algebra not necessary. July 26-30 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Grades 7- 8 (c ont.)

Girl Power Book Club: Women in STEM

The world is full of women making incredible discoveries in science, technology, engineering, math, and more! Let’s talk about who and how they are impacting our society. From physicist Madame Curie, to anthropologist Jane Goodall, to Kathryn Johnson one of the “computers” in the early space program, women are making a difference in STEM! One of our own DSHA alumnae is studying engineering at MIT and was named a Rhodes Scholar! Let’s learn their stories and see what it takes to bring girl power to life! July 19-23 | 2-4 p.m. | $50

Girls Who Code

Grace Anatomy

GraceGirls is a well-known program that introduces the fun of fitness, while promoting strong bodies, strong minds, and strong hearts! GraceGirls daily workouts will feature fun ways to exercise for girls of all skill levels. But we won’t just work out—we’ll use fun games and activities to help us figure out how our body parts work together to exercise, walk, talk, eat, sleep, and play. Whether you are fit as a fiddle or have never done a burpee, you’ll move and learn that “Strong is Beautiful” and our bodies are amazing! (Grades 4-8) June 21-25 | 9-11 a.m. | $75

Handbells

Come get a sneak peek at one of the most popular music classes at DSHA! Join Director of the DSHA Handbells Choir Mark Eagon in this introduction to the beautiful art of handbell ringing. Campers will create a chorus of sound while learning about the place of handbell ringing in both music and worship arts. It’s a great opportunity to activate the creative side of the brain by engaging the senses. Campers of all abilities are encouraged to attend this fun and unique music camp. Space is limited to 11 campers. June 21-25 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Harry Potter at DSHA!

How to Succeed at Studying Without Really Trying

Master the 21st Century skill of learning faster. Learn new skills while unlearning bad habits and gain confidence in your learning ability. July 12-16 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $50

Investing and Finance

Math Olympics

Mingle and Meditate

Mock Trial Camp

Do you love CSI and Law & Order and think of a career as a litigator might be for you? Attorney Erin Strohbehn, DSHA ’98, will introduce students to the law, debate, and public speaking as they prepare for and participate in a simulated trial experience. Students will work in teams while tackling legal issues, engaging in legal analysis, and learning about different roles and responsibilities in the courtroom. The camp is a fun way to develop critical thinking and oral advocacy skills. If you participated in this camp in the past, feel free to return—the fact pattern will be different, so you can put past years’ skills to work! July 26-30 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

Grades 7- 8 (c ont.)

Mother Daughter Outdoor Yoga

Girls look to their moms for support, guidance, and love. This yoga series will enhance your unique bond through the sharing of fun, accessible, friendly, partner-pose yoga and active relaxation, followed by open conversation and artistic journaling. Classes will weave in prevalent social issues such as building healthy self-esteem, positive-self talk, and reducing stress. Empowered with information and support, our daughters will feel confident to make healthy decisions as the teen years approach and independence beckons. And mothers will feel grateful as they cultivate a safe space for their growing daughter to stay connected and open-hearted. No prior yoga experience necessary, just a willingness to be as you are and come together through wellness. This is a partner activity so moms or other parenting female and daughter should both sign up. (Grades 4-8) Thursdays ONLY June 17, 24, July 1, 15, 22, 29 | 5:45-7 p.m. | $75/mom | $75/ea. daughter

Quilting

Science and Math of Cooking

Movie Making

Pinspiration

Service—Dasher Style

STEAM Candy

A sweet twist on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Spend the week completing STEAM candy-themed activities and experiments. From constructing candy cars and boats to creating your own candy maze, you will collaborate with your fellow scientists and dig deep into understanding STEM concepts with art. Get ready for your sweetest summer camp yet! June 14-18 | 9-11 a.m. | $75

Super Brain: Math

Numbers are everywhere in our world. This camp will help you learn the complex and abstract subject of math through mathematical games geared to improve your thinking ability quanitatively. July 19-23 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

Unplug: Building Healthy Habits Without a Device!

Everyone needs to relax once in a while but taking a vacation every time you are stressed isn’t very realistic! Let’s encourage healthy habits and activities in a tech-free way. Each day will focus on activities that will help you unplug and recharge yourself with healthy and fun techniques. From activities of movement, to making healthy after-school snacks, to reflection and mediatation, these activities will encourage healthy habits for a successful school year and care for yourself during times of high stress. June 21-25 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | $65

Vision Boards—Design the Life You Love

Vocal Music Camp

This one-week intensive vocal music camp will help you get to know your voice better by exploring registers and effective breathing techniques and learning exciting repertoire (you will learn solo songs as well as group numbers). You will also improve your ear by singing in harmony with other campers. Finally, get more comfortable performing by participating in the concert at the end of the week—friends and family welcome! June 14-18 | 9-11 a.m. | $65

Writing for the Stage

Great theatre begins with the story. This camp is for girls interested in theatre or writing in general. We will read excerpts from different play genres, watch parts of successful productions, and write your own short plays. You’ll learn how play scripts are written and how they are different from regular storytelling. You’ll have the chance to give and receive feedback and hear what your own play sounds like out loud! July 12-16 | 9-11 a.m. | $50

INCOMING FRESHMEN Camp Dasher

Rev up for the new school year! Spend five glorious days at DSHA in this fantastic introduction to your first year. You’ll explore the school, make new friends, meet faculty and staff, learn about classes, and discover ways to make the most of your four years as a Dasher. Sample school curriculum through mini-sessions and gain skills in notetaking, writing, organization, and more. You’ll also participate in a service project, daily reflection, and recreation. July 12-16 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | $125

Forensics Boot Camp

Extemporaneous speaking, dramatic interpretation, poetry, prose, and more! Suitable for seasoned competitors or beginners entering high school, this camp is designed to prepare you for the 2021-22 forensics season. In a fun, supportive atmosphere, you will build on your strengths to refine your communication skills and learn the art of effective delivery. Other areas of focus will include voice and breath control, peer coaching, and using mindfulness to gain a competitive edge. You will receive intensive personalized coaching as well as team-oriented training. DSHA and MUHS students interested in forensics are welcome. July 19-23 | 2-4 p.m.

Leadership Boot Camp

Leadership is a big part of being a Dasher and this boot camp will get you in shape to be a leader at DSHA. This day-long experience will build a connection within the class of 2025 as well as a sense of community while inspiring students to be leaders from their first day at DSHA. Group activities focused on teamwork, critical thinking, and real-life scenarios combined with fun ice breakers will prepare freshmen to make an immediate impact at DSHA. Are you up for the challenge? Are you ready to lead? June 30 (W) | 12-6 p.m. | $25

Learning How to Learn: How to Succeed in School Without Spending All Your Time Studying

This practical, fun, and handson workshop is based on the best-selling book of the same name, and we will use that book as a guide for our workshop. Get ready to learn how you learn most effectively and efficiently so you can eliminate bad habits you’ve (unfortunately) picked up. Learn new things about how people really do learn and use all this as a way to create a learning approach you can put into practice when school starts. Please note: each participant must purchase the workshop book before camp and bring it on the first day. (choose only one) June 14-17 (M-TH) | 9-11 a.m. or June 21-24 (M-TH) | 9-11 a.m. | $50

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AT H L E T I C S Basketball

DSHA Head Basketball Coach Brian Hendricks provides basic instruction in the fundamentals of basketball. A major portion of each session will be devoted to exposure and mastery of these skills. Come learn from the best – and have a great time during this fun-filled week! June 14-18 (M-F) Grades K4-4 | 8-9 a.m. Grades 5-7 | 9-11 a.m. Grades 8-9 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $85

Cross Country

DSHA Head Cross Country Coach Andy Lelinski will introduce you to distance running, as well as individual instruction in techniques and training necessary to prepare for the 2021 fall season. Workouts, guest lectures, and fun activities are all designed to instruct, entertain, and motivate. This camp acknowledges a wide variety of talent and experience and will tailor the running portion of the program to suit the individual needs of participants. Get a jump start on your summer training and join the fun! June 14-17 (M-TH) | 9-11 a.m. Grades 5-9 $85 33

Field Hockey

Learn a new sport! Join the DSHA Varsity coaching staff, current players, and alums to learn the sport of field hockey. DSHA Head Coaches Sue Walline and Quinn Loucks will provide everything you need to know! Youth Camp—join the fun and learn a new sport! Incoming Freshman Camp—get a jump on tryouts and see what the sport is all about. Shin guards and mouth guard are required. Cleats or turf shoes preferred, but sneakers are allowed. Sticks will be available to borrow; if you are planning to play this fall, it may be a good idea to purchase a stick. Equipment is available for purchase at Burghardt Sporting Goods in Brookfield and Fox Point or online at 4WinnersFieldHockey. com, longstreth.com, and Amazon. June 14-17 (M-TH) Grades 5-8 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Grade 9 | 9-11 a.m. $85

Fitness & Performance Camp

DSHA Director of Fitness and Performance Brian Calhoun will provide a safe and effective training program to improve overall fitness and performance, and reduce injury. This camp will introduce the five basic bio-motor skills in speed, strength, endurance, flexibility, and coordination. This camp is for athletes and non-athletes alike. June 14-July 28* (M & W) *Will not meet the week of July 5th 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Grades 7-9 $85

Golf

DSHA Head Golf Coach Phil Plautz will provide instruction on the fundamentals of the game of golf. Campers will learn the rules of the game and golf etiquette, in addition to swing instruction and putting, to make this a camp you won’t want to miss. Camp is held at Missing Links Golf Course, 12950 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon. June 14, 21, 28 (M) | 1-3 p.m. Grades 6-9 $60

Lacrosse

Come learn the fastest growing sport in Wisconsin! DSHA Head Lacrosse Coach Emily Lopez will provide you with basic instruction in the fundamentals of the game, as well as offensive and defensive strategies. Required equipment includes cleats or sneakers (for inside if it rains), a mouth guard, goggles, and a stick. Email Coach Lopez at lopeze@dsha.info to reserve a stick or goggles from DSHA. July 19-22 (M-TH) | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Grades 6-9 $85

Rugby

National and State Championship winning DSHA Head Rugby Coach John Klein will provide you with basic instruction on the fundamentals of this game that is fast-growing in popularity. Sessions will focus on individual and positional skills, as well as team skills and concepts. July 12-15 (M-TH) | 9-11 a.m. Grades 6-9 $85

Soccer

DSHA Head Soccer Coach Kevin Roethe will provide four days of intense and fun-filled soccer training. You will have the opportunity to improve technical ability to achieve tactical success. The sessions will include technical training in individual skill work, tactical training in offensive and defensive skills, and daily games. July 26-29 (M-TH) Grades 1-5 | 9-11 a.m. Grades 6-9 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $85

Softball

DSHA Head Softball Coach Tom Montgomery will provide you with instruction in the fundamentals of fielding, throwing, and hitting. The sessions will focus on building the proper fundamentals needed to be a successful high school softball player for both new and experienced players. July 12-15 (M-TH) Grades 4-6 | 9:30-11 a.m. Grades 7-9 | 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $85

Swimming and Diving

DSHA Head Swim Coach Bailey Belanger and DSHA Diving Coach Herman Acevedo will run the swim and dive camp at the Wauwatosa West High School pool. You will choose to either swim or dive. Coach Belanger will help you perfect your swim strokes and start preparation for the fall season. Coach Acevedo will work with divers to teach those just learning to dive and help seasoned divers to perfect their skills during this week-long camp. Come see what high school swimming and diving is all about during this fun-filled camp. June 28-July 2 (M-F) | 4-6 p.m. Grades 6-12 $85

Tennis

DSHA Head Tennis Coach Melissa Gebhardt will provide you with instruction on the fundamentals of the game of tennis. Rules of the game and tennis etiquette, in addition to serving and various tennis strokes, will make for a fun week. Camp is held at Elm Grove tennis courts, 13600 Juneau Blvd., Elm Grove. June 28-July 1 (M-TH) | 11:30a.m.1:30 p.m. Grades 6-9 $85

Volleyball All Skills

DSHA Head Volleyball Coach Caitie O’Brien Ratkowski, DSHA ‘02, will provide instruction for those who want to improve the basic skills necessary to play competitive volleyball. A progression of all skills will be taught, along with some position-specific drills for those skills. Camp will include a combination of drills, fun, and games to put those skills to work, ending the week with competitive play. This four-day camp will provide a lot of learning and tons of fun. Come get ready for your upcoming season with one of the best high school coaches in the area! 7th/8th grade campers should pick only one of the two All Skills camps offered. Grades 5-6 June 21-24 (M-TH) | 9-11 a.m. $85 Grades 7-8 (choose one) June 21-24 (M-TH) | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. or July 19-22 (M-TH) | 8:30-11 a.m. $85

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Volleyball Freshman Skills

DSHA Head Volleyball Coach Caitie O’Brien Ratkowski, DSHA ‘02, will provide instruction for those who want to improve the basic skills necessary to play competitive volleyball. A progression of all skills will be taught, along with some position-specific drills for those skills. Camp will also include more advanced techniques. Additional skills will be taught along with more position-specific drills and more competitive play. This four-day camp will provide challenging drills and tons of fun. Come take your game to the next level and get ready for your upcoming season with one of the best high school coaches in the area! 9th graders are encouraged to sign up for this camp as well as Tune Up camp (below).  July 19-22 (M-TH) | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Grade 9 $85

Volleyball Tune Up

Here’s your chance to hone your skills before tryouts. DSHA Head Volleyball Coach Caitie O’Brien Ratkowski, DSHA ’02, coaches advanced techniques and skills while offensive and defensive strategies are emphasized. If you are interested in trying out for a high school volleyball team, this camp is highly recommended. 9th graders are encouraged to sign up for this camp as well as the Freshman Skills camp (above). July 27, 28, 29 (T, W, TH) | 5-7 p.m. Grade 9 $65

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CTW: Musical Theatre Youth Camp This three-week program focuses on developing performance skills for students entering grades 5-6 next fall. For the first two weeks of camp, students will learn vocal technique unique to musical theatre as well as Broadway-style choreography for 3-4 songs. During the 3rd week, this camp will be combined with the Advanced Camp to provide a dress rehearsal experience as students prepare for a final performance on the evening of Thursday, July 1. No experience necessary! Come on out and have fun singing and dancing with your friends!

Grades 5-6 | three-week camp: Wk 1: June 14 - June 18 (M-F) | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Wk 2: June 21 - June 25 (M-F) | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Wk 3: June 28 – July 1 (M-TH) | 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Please note performance time is 6 p.m. on July 1 for all campers. | $350

CTW: Advanced Musical Theatre Youth Camp This three-week program focuses on developing performance skills for students entering grades 7-8 next fall. For the first two weeks of camp, students will learn vocal technique unique to musical theatre as well as Broadway-style choreography for 3-4 songs. During the 3rd week, this camp will be combined with the Youth Camp to provide a dress rehearsal experience as students prepare for a final performance on the evening of Thursday, July 1. No experience necessary! Come on out and have fun singing and dancing with your friends!

Grades 7-8 | three-week camp: Wk 1: June 14 - June 18 (M-F) | 2 - 4 p.m

Wk 2: June 21 - June 25 (M-F) | 2 - 4 p.m Wk 3: June 28 – July 1 (M-TH) | 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please note performance time is 6 p.m. on July 1 for all campers. | $350

CTW Summer 2021 Performance July 1, 2021 | 6 p.m. The performance may be live-streamed or in-person based on recommendations by the CDC, City of Milwaukee Health Department, and Divine Savior Holy Angels. The schedule is adjusted during the week of June 28 to accommodate the performance. There will not be a strike following the performance.

FAQ | Community Theatre Works, Summer 2021 Edition Is space limited? 20 campers may register for each level — reserve your spot today! Who will teach the camps? The DSHA Theatre faculty and staff will lead the camps, along with high school theatre students as assistants. DSHA Theatre Faculty and Producing Director Amanda Marsala will run production aspects of the workshop; DSHA Director of Theater, Choir, & Liturgical Music Zach Ziegler will direct acting and singing instruction; and choreographer Christal Wagner will assist with dancing and movement instruction. Are boys able to participate? CTW is open to both boys and girls in grades 5-8. Do I need to audition? No auditions are required, and prior experience is not needed. Will there be space for high school students or adults this year? CTW is traditionally available for both high school students and community adults. Due to limited space and to maintain social distancing, CTW will be reserved for grades 5-8 this summer. 38

R EGI STE R FOR Summer Cool It’s Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Customize your best summer yet — choose camps by week, grade level, and area of interest. Come for one or spend all summer at DSHA! Grade levels noted in brochure and online registration refer to the 2021-2022 academic year.

Register online at dsha.info/summer. Don’t forget: March 1 | Registration opens online March 31 | Deadline to receive 20% early bird discount May 15 | Registration deadline to ensure T-shirt size Check out our website for details and updates

If you have questions, we would love to hear from you. Contact Community Relations Officer Norma Herbers at HerbersN@dsha.info or 414.721.7975.

Meet the Summer Cool Staff Our Summer Cool staff is comprised of DSHA coaches, staff, current students, and alumnae, each dedicated to sharing their expertise and love for DSHA with a community of future Dashers. The camp faculty will be led by Summer Cool Administrator and Dean of Student Affairs Ruby Brock, DSHA ’92,, assisted by Summer Cool Coordinator Tess Zukowski, DSHA ’13.. All staff members are professional educators or college students focusing on education and communications. They look forward to working together to bring the most positive, safe, and exciting experience to our campers. 39

Additional Information PAYMENT LOCATION

CANCELLATION/ WITHDRAWAL POLICY

ATTENDANCE

Payment is due in full at the time of registration. All camps are located at Divine Savior Holy Angels High School unless otherwise noted. DSHA is conveniently situated near Wauwatosa and Brookfield, in the Mayfair neighborhood at 4257 N. 100th Street, Milwaukee. DSHA reserves the right to cancel any camp for any reason, including low enrollment, and full refunds will be made for camps cancelled by DSHA. Prior to May 15th, withdrawals are eligible for a refund of the camp fee, minus a $10 withdrawal fee. After May 15th, no refunds for camp withdrawals will be made without a medical excuse. Camp registrations are non-transferable. If a camp is cancelled for low enrollment, campers will be given the opportunity to enroll in another camp and only pay the difference in fees or receive a refund. Daily attendance is encouraged and expected for the continuity of camps. Campers should be dropped off and picked up for their camps within 15 minutes of the start and end times of their camp. To ensure the safety and supervision of all campers, students must be in a registered camp session if they wish to remain on campus during Summer Cool hours.

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DSHA complies with the City of Milwaukee Health Department guidelines for in-person gatherings during the pandemic. If required, all campers must wear masks, will be socially distanced, and must comply with any other guidelines ordered by the health department or adopted by DSHA at the time of any camp taking place. Lunch will be supervised but not provided. Please bring a bag lunch and a water bottle. Visit dsha.info/summer or contact: Community Relations Officer Norma Herbers at HerbersN@dsha.info or 414.721.7975 40

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During Summer Cool

He y Pare nts ! While your daughter is living it up at DSHA Summer Cool, the DSHA admissions team has scheduled a number of casual events to give you more information about Divine Savior Holy Angels High School. Join other parents on campus and see for yourself why all girls makes all the difference at DSHA!

DSHA Campus Tours | Every Monday at 9 a.m. during Summer Cool! Drop your daughter off and stay awhile! A member of the DSHA admissions staff will be available to give an overview of the DSHA experience, answer questions, and lead a casual tour of the campus. No registration necessary.

Schedule a tour at your convenience. The admissions team works all summer and would love to show you around at your convenience. Call 414.466.3707 to set up a tour. For more information on the DSHA admissions process, visit dsha.info/admissions.

Fut ure Dashe r Application Workshop | Cl a ss of 2026! Get your 8th grader a head-start on the admissions application!

We have three sessions scheduled this summer to give parents and future students a chance to tour our campus, receive application tips, and get assistance with any questions they may have. And here’s a bonus: if you take the DSHA Application Workshop, we’ll waive the application fee for 2021! Visit page 26 for more information.

Who We Are T h e D S H A Mis s ion Divine Savior Holy Angels High School is a Catholic college-preparatory high school for young women that excels at developing the whole person. Sponsored by the Sisters of the Divine Savior and grounded in their mission to make known the goodness and kindness of Jesus Christ, we develop our students into capable young women of faith, heart, and intellect who accept the gospel call to live lives that will make a difference.

T h e D S H A Vis ion DSHA will be #1: recognized as the premier choice for a girl seeking to grow into her full potential as a woman of faith, heart, and intellect.

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School SPONSORED BY THE SISTERS OF THE DIVINE SAVIOR

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