CCDSummer 2023
Cincinnati Country Day School's beautiful 60-acre campus features expansive athletic fields, gymnasiums, a performing arts theater, an all-weather track, turf field, multi-age playgrounds, a dining facility, a 6-lane pool, 7-court tennis complex, amphitheater, hiking trails, playscape, and natural outdoor classrooms.
Day Camps are filled with creative and fun opportunities that promote growth, encourage discovery, and instill a strong sense of self for children ages 18 months through entering grade 8. Our campus boasts indoor and outdoor learning spaces that promote exploration, collaboration, and endless possibilities to boost children’s growth and development.
The school’s character virtues—Respect, Courage, Integrity, Compassion, and Responsibility— guide the development of our learning environment, allowing campers to build knowledge, foster friendships, develop independence, and take healthy risks, all while igniting curiosity and creativity.
This summer, we are offering the following programs:
Country Play Parent and Child Program
10-24 months
CCDSparks Toddler Camps
18-38 months
CCDSprouts Nature Camps
age 3, age 4, Kindergarten, and a multi-age group for grades 1 – 4
CCDSports Day Camps
multi-age group for grades 1 - 4 and grades 5 – 8
CCDSTEM Day Camps grades 1 – 8
CCDStudio Arts Camps
multi-age group for grades 1 - 4 and grades 5 – 8
CCDScholar Private Instruction, Tutoring, Summer PE for Credit
age 4 – grade 12
Extended Camp Programs After-Care Camps, Pre- and Post Camps
18 months – grade 8
Age 10 – 38 months
Country Play is a parent-child program is for children ages 10 to 24 months and runs one day a week for six weeks. It will offer activities and guidance that parents can incorporate at home to support child development and learning during the formative years. Children will engage in sensory, finemotor, gross-motor, social-emotional, and nature experiences with indoor and outdoor activities.
CCDSparks Toddler Camp is designed for our youngest campers ages 18 – 38 months to foster their first academic experiences and personal growth connections. The carefully designed environment offers endless possibilities for learning, creativity, and imagination and supports social-emotional development and self-help skills.
Age 3, 4, Kindergarten
CCDSprouts Nature Camp offers multi-sensory, immersive learning opportunities to develop children’s understanding and appreciation of nature. Campers will become keen observers of the natural world and be empowered to try new and diverse activities that build confidence and independence.
Grades 1 – 4
CCDSprouts Nature Camp offers multi-sensory, immersive learning opportunities to develop children’s understanding and appreciation of nature. Campers will become keen observers of the natural world and be empowered to try new and diverse activities that build confidence and independence.
CCDSports Camp introduces campers to different sports, to help them develop their physical skills and coordination and encourage a love of physical activity and healthy living. In addition to a weekly sports focus, yoga, group games, and swimming are also part of the camp's activities. Campers who enjoy playing sports will benefit from this active, engaging, and fun camp experience.
Grades 1 – 8
CCDStudio Arts Camp is designed for campers entering grades 1 – 8 who are interested in visual and performing arts. These camps allow participants to learn new techniques, develop their skills, and explore creativity in a supportive and encouraging environment. The camps will be a survey of the arts with new themes and topics each week.
CCDSTEM Camp provides campers with hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The curriculum is both challenging and fun, with activities that are educational and engaging. The goal is to introduce campers to different STEM concepts to help develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. In addition to STEM activities, campers will enjoy yoga, swimming, games, and other interactive experiences.
Grade 5 – 8
CCDS Elite Athletic Camp is facilitated by CCDS varsity coaches and designed for athletes entering grades 5 – 8 who are interested in learning or advancing their techniques and skills. These camps provide instruction in the fundamentals of each sport with a focus on positions, sports-specific skills, speed and agility training, and sportsmanship.
Age 18 months – grade 8
Extended Camp Programs provides after-care camps, pre- and post-camps.
Country Play Parent and Child Program
10 – 24 months
This parent-child program is for children ages 10 to 24 months and runs one day a week for six weeks. It will offer activities and guidance that parents can incorporate at home to support child development and learning during the formative years. Children will engage in sensory, fine-motor, grossmotor, social-emotional, and nature experiences with indoor and outdoor activities.
Program Requirement
The child must be walking, and an adult must accompany and participate in activities.
Program Calendar
Six-week Session (meets one day a week)
Wednesdays: 8:45 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Program Pricing
$175
6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26
CCDSparks Toddler Camp
18 – 38 months
The toddler camp is designed for our youngest campers to foster their first academic experiences and personal growth connections. The carefully designed environment offers endless possibilities for learning and creativity supporting social-emotional development and self-help skills. Activities include:
• investigation and discovery
• imaginative play
• nature connection
• creative art
• splash pad water play
• toilet training (if applicable)
The toddler camp offers two four-week sessions. Consistent groupings provide comfort and familiarity at camp, allowing children to get the most out of their camp experience.
June 12 – July 7 *
Camp will be in session on June 19. Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.
*Camp will be closed on July 4.
Program Pricing
Pricing includes snacks and a nutritious lunch.
3-Day Half-Day Program
5-Day Half-Day Program
3-Day All-Day Program
5-Day All-Day Program
Creative Playtime After-Care Camp
$495 session I *no camp 7/4
$540 session II
$825 session I *no camp 7/4
$900 session II
$825 session I *no camp 7/4
$900 session II
$1425 session I
$1500 session II
3-Day: $198 session I/$216 session II
5-Day: $342 session I/$360 session II
Session I Session II
Program Calendar
July
August
10 –
4
Program All-Day Program 3-Day (T/W/TH) or 5-Day Options 3-Day (T/W/TH) or 5-Day Options 8:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. 8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Extended Program Camp 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Program Options Half-Day
new and diverse activities that build confidence and independence. The camp focuses on:
• developing skills and knowledge
• fostering human-nature relationships
• teaching conservation and sustainability
• nurturing health and well-being
• building a sense of community
• supporting age-appropriate risk-taking
Activities include:
• exploration
• gardening
• animal care
• healthy life skills
• yoga and mindfulness activities
• splash pad water play (half-day program)
• swim instruction (all-day program)
The nature camp offers two four-week sessions. Consistent groupings provide comfort and familiarity at camp, allowing children to get the most out of their camp experience.
Program Requirement
Must be independently toileting.
Program Calendar
Session I Session II
June 12 – July 7 *
July 10 – August 4
Camp will be in session on June 19. Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.
*Camp will be closed on July 4.
Program Options (age 3, 4, and kindergarten)
Half-Day Program All-Day Program
5-Day Option
8:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Program Options
(grades 1 – 4)
5-Day, All-Day Option
8:30 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Program Pricing
(T/W/TH) or 5-Day Options
a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Program Camps
Pricing includes snacks and a nutritious lunch. 5-Day
5-Day All-Day Program $1425 session I $1500 session II
Creative Playtime After-Care Camp (age 3 – kindergarten)
3-Day: $198 session I/$216 session II
5-Day: $342 session I/$360 session II
Extended Program Camps (grades 1 - 4) $ 90 - $100 per week
3-Day
8:30
Extended
3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Half-Day
I *no camp 7/4
Program $825 session
$900 session II
*no camp 7/4
3-Day All-Day Program $825 session I
$900 session II
CCDSTEM Camp
Grades 1 – 8
The STEM camps focus on providing campers with hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The curriculum is designed to be both challenging and fun, with activities that are educational and engaging. The goal is to introduce different STEM concepts and help campers develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. In addition to STEM activities, campers will enjoy:
• swimming
• yoga
• outdoor experiences and activities
• enrichment with Nati Ninja
Each week, a new topic and activities are introduced, allowing campers to attend one or more weeks.
Week Themes
June 12 – June 16
June 19 – June 23
June 26 – June 30
July 3 – July 7
July 10 – July 14
July 17 – July 21
July 24 – July 28
July 31 – August 4
Building a Theme Park
Paper Circuits
Reverse Engineering
Coding
Space Camp
Rube Goldberg Machine
Science Fair
Cardboard Regatta
*Camp will be in session on June 19. Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.
**Camp will be closed on July 4.
Program Options for Single-Week Camps 5-Day All-Day Program 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Extended Program Camps 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Pricing
includes snacks
a nutritious lunch. 5-Day All-Day Program $375 per week $300 week of 7/3 Extended Program Camps $90 - $100 per week
Calendar 6/12 – 6/16 6/19 – 6/23 * 6/26 – 6/30 7/3 – 7/7 ** 7/10 – 7/14 7/17 – 7/21 7/24 – 7/28 7/31 – 8/4
Program
Pricing
and
Program
CCDStudio Arts Camps
Multi-age Groups: Grades 1 – 4 and Grades 5 – 8
The arts camps are designed for campers interested in visual and performing arts. Campers will learn new techniques, develop their skills, and explore creativity in a supportive and encouraging environment. Through this experience, young artists will leave camp with pride in their achievements and stronger skills involving:
• concentration
• attention to detail
• hand-eye coordination
• problem-solving
• social skills
• decision making
• time management
The camps will be a survey of the arts introducing a new theme and topic each week, allowing campers to attend one or more weeks.
Week Grades 1 – 4
June 12 – June 16
June 19 – June 23
June 26 – June 30
July 3 – July 7
July 10 – July 14
July 17 – July 21
July 24 – July 28
July 31 – August 4
Performing Arts: Show Choir
Visual Arts: Fiber Arts
Performing Arts: Stomp!
Visual Arts: Painting
Performing Arts: Children's Theater I
Visual Arts: 3-D Art
Performing Arts: Musical Theater
Visual Arts: Printmaking
Grades 5 – 8
Visual Arts: 3-D Art
Performing Arts: Lion King Jr. Musical
Visual Arts: Upcycled Storytelling
Performing Arts: Rhythm is Alive
Visual Arts: Painting
Performing Arts: Children's Theater II
Visual Arts: Printmaking
Performing Arts: Show Choir
*Camp will be in session on June 19. Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.
**Camp will be closed on July 4.
5-Day
Pricing includes snacks and a nutritious lunch.
$375 per week
$300 week of 7/3
$ 90 - $100 per week
Options for Single-Week Camps 5-Day All-Day Program 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Extended Program Camps 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Program
Program Pricing
All-Day Program
Calendar 6/12-6/16 6/19-6/23 * 6/26-6/30 7/3-7/7 ** 7/10-7/14 7/17-7/21 7/24-7/28 7/31-8/4
Program
June 12 – June 16
Show Choir offers a fun musical experience for aspiring young singers and performers to develop their poise in performing. Campers will work together to hone their talents and will dazzle the audience at an end-of-week performance. Performers will walk away with new friends, greater confidence, and a song in their hearts!
Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.
Instructor: Aimée Ward
Grades 5 – 8
Exploring 3-D art is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums, discover their unique artistic style, and develop their skills as they explore set and costume design. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Instructor: Ully Marin
June 19 – June 23
Exploring fiber arts is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums, discover their unique artistic style, and develop their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a memorable stitch in time!
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Instructor: Linda Yokel
June 26 – June 30 Stomp! on stage while creating rhythms and playing drums! Campers will craft and create drums, play rhythms, and develop their own mini version of Stomp! The week will end with a Stomp performance for fellow campers, friends, and families.
Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.
Instructor: Stephanie Wietmarschen
The Lion King, Jr. musical offers young performers from the Cincinnati area a chance to participate in a unique musical theatre experience in a fast-paced, high-level production of The Lion King Jr. Campers will take part in a full production of the show, complete with choreography, music, and staging. The week will end with a performance for fellow campers, friends, and families.
Participants should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about the art of musical theater and ready to experience a theater in a high-school-like setting.
Instructor: Greg Miller
Upcycled Storytelling will use materials such as old books, magazines, and cardboard to tell visual stories, using found images and objects to fuel imaginations. Campers will learn the fundamentals of drawing human and animal figures to design characters that come to life, then create movable figures, altered books, dioramas, and puppet theaters using collage, drawing, painting, and paper sculpture techniques.
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Instructor: Amy Brand
July 3 – July 7
Exploring painting is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Rhythm is Alive! Campers will play different types of hand drums and percussion instruments, exploring sounds and listening to different styles of traditional and non-traditional folk songs from around the world.
Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.
Instructor: Stephanie Wietmarschen
Week
Grades 1 – 4
Week
July 10 – July 14
Grades 1 – 4
Children’s Theater I campers will take to the stage in this dramatic experience where campers can learn about acting, character, and stage directions while performing in our amazing Keeler Theater!
Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.
Instructor: Nick Rose
July 17 – July 21
Exploring 3-D Art is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums, discover their unique artistic style, and develop their skills as they sculpt their imaginations. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Instructor: Linda Yokel
July 24 – July 28
Calling all future Olivers and Matildas to Musical Theater Camp! Join us for a week of acting, singing, and dancing during Center Stage Musical Theatre Camp! This camp teaches children the basics of auditioning, rehearsing, and performing. The week ends with a cabaret-style performance to showcase the campers’ newfound talents.
Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.
Instructor: Aimée Ward
July 31 – August 4
Printmaking is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember as they leave their print at CCDSummer.
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Instructor: Linda Yokel
Grades 5 – 8
Exploring painting is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember!
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Instructor: Ully Marin
Children’s Theater II campers will take to the stage in this dramatic experience where campers can learn about acting, character, and stage directions while performing in our amazing Keeler Theater!
Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.
Instructor: Nick Rose
Printmaking is a fun and creative experience for young artists! Campers will explore a variety of mediums while discovering their unique artistic style and developing their skills. This camp is perfect for young artists of all skill levels and will surely be a summer to remember as they leave their print at CCDSummer.
In addition to daily art activities, campers will participate in outdoor activities, games, yoga, and swimming.
Instructor: Linda Yokel
Show Choir offers a fun musical experience for aspiring young singers and performers to develop their poise in performing. Campers will work together to hone their talents and will dazzle the audience at an end-of-week performance. Performers will walk away with new friends, greater confidence, and a song in their hearts!
Campers will participate in outdoor activities, karaoke, yoga, theater games, and swimming.
Instructor: Aimée Ward
CCDSports Camps
Grades 1 – 4
The sports camp is designed for campers who enjoy playing sports and would benefit from an active and engaging camp experience. Campers will explore and discover skills needed for a variety of sports. In addition to a weekly sports focus, group games and swimming are also part of camps activities.
Week
June 12 – June 16
June 19 – June 23
June 26 – June 30
July 3 – July 7
July 10 – July 14
July 17 – July 21
July 24 – July 28
July 31 – August 4
Sports Focus
Volleyball
Basketball
Lacrosse
Flag Football
Track and Field
Soccer
Racquet Sports (Tennis, Paddle Ball)
Backyard Games (Kickball, Dodgeball, Frisbee Golf)
*Camp will be in session on June 19. Campers will engage in activities to commemorate the Juneteenth federal holiday.
**Camp will be closed on July 4.
Program Options for Single-Week Camps
Program Calendar 6/12-6/16 6/19-6/23 * 6/26-6/30 7/3-7/7 ** 7/10-7/14 7/17-7/21 7/24-7/28 7/31-8/4
5-Day All-Day Program 8:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Extended Program Camps 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Program Pricing Pricing includes snacks and a nutritious lunch. 5-Day All-Day Program $375 per week $300 week of 7/3 Extended Program Camps $90 - $100 per week
CCDSports Camps
Grades 5 – 8
CCDS Elite Athletic Camps are facilitated by CCDS varsity coaches and designed for athletes interested in learning or advancing their techniques and skills. These camps provide instruction in the fundamentals of each sport with a focus on positions, sports-specific skills, speed and agility training, and sportsmanship.
Elite Athletic participants looking to add an afternoon option can register to attend the CCDSports Mini Camp. T he afternoon activities will develop sportsmanship and confidence through teambuilding activities and games. This minicamp includes lunch.
Week
June 12 – June 16
June 19 – June 23
June 26 – June 30
July 10 – July 14
July 17 – July 21
July 24 – July 28
Sports Focus
Football
Volleyball
Boys Basketball
Girls Soccer
Girls NIKE Basketball
Boys Lacrosse
Boys NIKE Basketball
Girls Lacrosse
Tennis
Boys Lacrosse
Dennis Coyle
Chris Bannister
Greg Ross
Theresa Hirschauer & Brittany Woods
NIKE US Sports *
AJ Froelich
NIKE US Sports *
Marisol Allison
Brian Schubert & Kyle Scully
AJ Froelich
GSS Boys and Girls Soccer Get Sharp Soccer *
*These camps are offered through partnerships with the school and have different fee structures and schedules. Registration is accessed on the partner's website.
NIKE US Sports Camps Get Sharp Soccer
Program Options for Single-Week Camps
Elite Athletic Camps 5-Day Morning Program 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. CCDSports Mini Camp 5-Day Afternoon Program 11:30 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Includes lunch Extended Program Camps 3:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Program Pricing Elite Athletic Camps $150 per week CCDSports Mini Camps $225 per week
CCDScholar
Private Music Instruction, Tutoring, Summer PE for Credit
Summer Physical Education
Grades: 9 – 12
Dates: 6/12/2023 - 6/23/2023
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Instructor: CCDS faculty member Steve Conner
Course Fee: $475
Description: This course for credit focuses on maintaining a health-enhancing level of physical fitness and the importance of physical activity through various stages of life, whether for health, enjoyment, or competition. Participants will develop and demonstrate skills through varied physical activities that meet the Ohio Department of Education Physical Education Standards. Lunch is provided.
Course Credit: PE participants will earn .25 credit. Students who fail to meet the course requirements will not earn credit.
Course Structure: The course runs for two weeks, meeting for 6.5 hours daily. The curriculum covers basketball, flag football, golf, leisure activities, racquet sports, soccer, softball, volleyball, and exercise.
Course Requirements: For the student to receive credit for this course, the following requirements must be met:
• participate in the classes for a minimum of 60 hours.
• receive a passing grade.
• obtain prior approval for missed classes (only one class will be approved, and the student will be required to make up missed hours)
Private Music Instruction (30 minutes)
Grades: Kindergarten – Grade 12
Dates: 6/12/2023 – 8/4/2023
Times: TBD
Instructor: CCDS Fine Arts Instructors
Course Fee: $320
Description: Six half-hour individual piano, violin, or voice lessons will be scheduled throughout the summer and formatted to accommodate all performance levels building upon each individual's musical strengths. The lessons will include instruction on proper finger techniques and note-reading skills focusing on posture, practice exercises, and pieces for the campers to learn. Only one make-up lesson is granted during the summer session.
Private Music Instruction (45 minutes)
Grades: Kindergarten – Grade 12
Dates: 6/12/2023 – 8/4/2023
Times: TBD
Instructor: CCDS Fine Arts Instructors
Course Fee: $440
Description: Six 45-minute individual piano, violin, or voice lessons will be scheduled throughout the summer and formatted to accommodate all performance levels building upon each individual's musical strengths. The lessons will include instruction on proper finger techniques and note-reading skills focusing on posture, practice exercises, and pieces for the campers to learn. Only one make-up lesson is granted during the summer session.
CCDS Extended Camp Programming
After-Care Camps, Pre- and Post-Camps
After-Care Camps
June 12 – June 16
Creative Playtime
Baseball Camp
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Gymnastics Camp
Baseball Camp
Baseball Camp
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Gymnastics Camp
Baseball Camp
June 19 – June 23
June 26 – June 30
July 3 – July 7
July 10 – July 14
July 17 – July 21
July 24 – July 28
July 31 – August 4
Creative Playtime
Creative Playtime
Creative Playtime
Creative Playtime
Creative Playtime
Creative Playtime
Creative Playtime
After-Care Camp Programs
Creative Playtime After-Care Camp
Grades: Toddler - Kindergarten
Dates:
Session I: 6/12/2023 – 7/7/2023
Session II: 7/10/2023 – 8/4/2023
Time: 3:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Fee:
3-Day: Session I: $198 - Session II: $216
5-Day: Session I: $342 - Session II: $360
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Gymnastics Camp
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Soccer Camp
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Basketball Camp
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Volleyball Camp
Tennis Camp
Etiquette Rules!
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Gymnastics Camp
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Soccer Camp
Basketball Camp
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Volleyball Camp
Tennis Camp
Etiquette Rules!
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Fitness, Games, and Fun
Description: This after-care camp is designed to extend the learning for our children who attend the day camps. This camp allows children unstructured playtime, which is critical to developing brains and bodies.
Week Toddler – Kindergarten
Grades 1 - 4
Grades 5 - 8
Baseball Camp
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates: 6/12/2023 – 6/16/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Greg Tissot, CCDS varsity baseball coach
Fee: $100
Description: During the week, campers will be put through a variety of skill-building drills that help develop hitting, fielding, pitching, and baserunning.
Basketball Camp
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates: 7/17/2023 – 7/21/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Greg Ross, CCDS varsity basketball coach
Fee: $100
Description: This skills camp teaches players the fundamentals of basketball. Fun drills and games will boost players’ passing, dribbling, and shooting skills.
Etiquette Rules
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates: 7/24/2023 – 7/28/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructors: CCDS faculty members Prissy Schoeny and Emily Hetrick
Fee: $100
Description: Everyday life skills are essential for gaining independence, boosting confidence, and being a good member of society. Students will learn etiquette, table manners, communication, and everyday practical life skills that will build a solid foundation for life. Hands-on activities will include food preparation skills (cutting, peeling), table setting, letter writing (invitations, thank you notes), tidiness, helping others, and health.
Fitness, Games, and Fun After-Care Camp
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates: 6/12/2023 – 7/31/2023
Time: 3:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Fee: $90 per week ($72.00 week of 7/3)
Description: This after-care camp will promote physical activity while providing social and recreational activities. Campers will participate in a variety of fitness activities, games, and other recreational activities. This camp offers an enjoyable environment for campers to make friends, try new things, and relax after a long day.
Gymnastics Camp
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates:
Session I: 6/12/2023 – 6/16/2023
Session II: 6/19/2023 – 6/23/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Steve Conner, CCDS varsity gymnastics coach
Fee: $100 per session
Description: Participants will learn basic to intermediate gymnastics skills and skill connections on the floor, beam, bars, and vault. This course works on flexibility and the building blocks for young gymnasts.
Soccer Camp
Grades: 1 – 4
Dates: 6/26/2023 – 6/30/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Brittany Woods, CCDS girls varsity assistant soccer coach
Fee: $100
Description: During the week, campers will work on a variety of skill-building activities and drills while learning positions and playing in small group scrimmages.
Soccer Camp
Grades: 5 – 8
Dates: 7/10/2023 – 7/14/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Brittany Woods, CCDS girls varsity assistant soccer coach
Fee: $100
Description: During the week, campers will work on a variety of skill-building activities and drills while learning positions and playing in small group scrimmages.
Tennis Camp
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates: 7/24/2023 – 7/28/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Nikhil Shah `25 and pro tennis coaches
Fee: $100
Description: Participants will learn beginner and intermediate tennis skills on the court. This course is an excellent opportunity to expose campers to the game, new skills, and teamwork. The proceeds of this camp will go toward the Cincinnati Tennis Foundation (CTF). CTF is a nonprofit organization that teaches tennis to underprivileged children and supports blind, wheelchair, and adaptive tennis.
Volleyball Camp
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates: 7/17/2023 – 7/21/2023
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Instructor: Chris Bannister, CCDS varsity volleyball coach
Fee: $100
Description: During the week, campers will work on a variety of skill-building activities and drills while learning positions and playing in small group scrimmages.
Pre-Camps
Archery Camp
Grades: 4 – 8
Dates: 6/5/2023 – 6/9/2023
Times: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Instructor: Lisa Tyler and Theresa Hirschauer, head of middle school
Fee: $150
Description: This camp is designed to build basic knowledge and skills for the beginner archer. Campers will learn the 11 steps to archery success and safety rules for the sport. Additionally, campers will learn how to make a string bow and determine eye dominance when shooting at the targets. Throughout the week, campers will strengthen their fundamentals of archery and end their week with an Olympic-style tournament. An excellent sport for mental and physical exercise!
CCDSports Camp
Grades: 2 – 8
Dates: 6/5/2023 – 6/9/2023
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Instructors: Dennis Coyle, CCDS athletic director, and coaches
Fee: $350
Description: The goal of CCDSports Camp is to teach fundamental skills that span multiple sports and boost overall athleticism. A typical day consists of various games and skill-building activities, including but not limited to dodgeball, basketball, flag football, soccer, and whiffle ball. Participants will explore and discover skills needed for a variety of sports, leaving camp with a better concept of team and the fundamentals associated with each sport.
Cooking and Food Exploration Club
Ages: Age 4 – Grade 1
Post-Camps
CCDSurvival Skills Camp
Grades: 5 – 8
Dates: 8/7/2023 – 8/11/2023
Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday – Wednesday
5:00 p.m. Thursday Overnight Camp-Out
9:00 a.m. Friday Pick-up
Instructor: The Roaming Naturalist
Fee: $350
Description: Adventure into the great outdoors with an experienced naturalist and outfitter guide from The Roaming Naturalist! Campers will learn outdoor survival skills, including building a shelter and starting a fire, identifying plants and animals, reading a compass, and tying knots. Through hands-on activities, games, and team-building exercises, campers will gain confidence, make new friends, and deepen their understanding of the connection between humans and nature.
Cooking and Food Exploration Club
Grades: 1 – 4
Dates: 8/7/2023 – 8/11/2023
Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Instructor: New Leaf Kitchen
Fee: $425
Description: For kids who want to learn more about healthy cooking, this camp will teach them how to harvest and prepare meals for an authentic farm-to-table experience. Through hands-on lessons incorporating all five senses, campers will learn lifelong skills—gardening, following a recipe, and using measuring tools—through cooking activities. They'll also enjoy making healthy snacks using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Your child will enjoy this tasty way to learn and develop an interest in eating healthier.
Creative Playtime
Ages: Age 3 – Kindergarten
Dates: 8/7/2023 – 8/11/2023
Times: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $350
Prerequisite: Must be enrolled for the 2023-2024 academic year
Description: Creative Playtime is a post-camp offering for ages 3 through entering Kindergarten and is designed to extend summer learning for children of working families. This camp allows children more unstructured playtime, which is critical to developing brains and bodies. Facilitated exploration and activities will be open-ended and child-initiated, allowing campers to explore their interests while boosting their creativity skills. Time will be spent at our Outdoor Education Center (7125 House) and our 60-acre campus. Lunch service is not offered. Activities include:
investigation and discovery
imaginative play
nature connection
creative art
splash pad water play
Registration
Programming
Camps run from June 5 through August 11, 2023.
Pre-camp offerings (June 5 – June 9) include Archery Camp, CCDSports Camp, and Cooking and Food Exploration Camp.
Post-camp offerings (August 7 – August 11) include Creative Playtime, CCDSurvival Skills Camp, and Cooking and Food Exploration Camp.
Enrollment is evaluated two weeks before the start date (30 days for courses for credit) to determine if registration is sufficient. CCDSummer reserves the right to cancel due to insufficient enrollment. Registrants will receive a full refund of course fees for canceled camps.
Cincinnati Country Day School does not discriminate based on race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age (40 or over), national origin, ancestry, or military service/veteran status in the administration of its educational programs and policies, admission decisions, tuition aid programs, employment practices and benefits, athletics, or other schooladministered programs.
Registration Policy
A separate online form must be submitted for each registrant on the Veracross My CCDS Portal .
Camp placement is based on entering grade/program for the upcoming school year or age by June 1.
Camp and class sizes are limited, and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is encouraged.
Payment in full by credit card or e-check is due at the time of registration.
We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express, and e-checks (ACH).
Refund Policy
Course fees are refunded if the registrant cannot enroll in a program due to space constraints.
There are no pro-rated fees or refunds for campers arriving after the start of the session, leaving before its completion, or missing any time during camp.
Refunds will only be granted with a request in writing by June 1. The registrant will receive a 90% refund of the course fee.
o Cancelations after June 1 forfeit the course fee.
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