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2022 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE nwkidsmagazine.com
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Editor’s Note The spring equinox is just around the corner and we can’t wait. As we’re seeing a decline in Covid cases, this spring comes with the glimmer of hope that life will be returning to something that resembles normal at some point on the horizon. Here at NW Kids, we’re gearing up for our first in-person Summer Camp Expo since 2019. Trackers Earth is sponsoring the expo this year and all signs point to a fantastic summer camp season. We’re bringing all of the best area camps to OMSI on Saturday, April 23rd (10am-5pm). Bring your families, pick up some swag, check out your favorite camps and learn about some new ones! We can’t wait to see you there. Speaking of summer camps, this is our first Summer Camp Guide of the season. Take a look and start planning for summer 2022. In the meantime, may you and yours be well! Cheers,
Mary
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Contents MARCH 2022 8 2022 Summer Camp Guide 20 PJA Perspectives
Cover photography by OREGON MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
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Listings Aim High Martial Arts..................................... 2 All Families Surrogacy..................................... 7 Audubon Portland........................................... 2 Alpengirl........................................................22 Art World School............................................15 Balance Soccer...............................................14 Baxter Sports.................................................15 Bennett Suzuki...............................................11 Bike First!........................................................22 Bodyvox.........................................................15 Camp PDX......................................................14 Catlin Gabel....................................................14 Cedarwood Waldorf School...........................19 Code Ninjas Bridgeport/Bethany..................22 Ekone Ranch...................................................14 FAIS................................................................24 German International School........................21 Happy Hollow Children’s Center....................11 Herrold Stables...............................................11 Infinity Golf....................................................14 International Leadership Academy...............11 Little Fruit Farm................................................ 7 NW Adventure Company...............................10 NWCT.............................................................10 NWK Summer Camp Expo............................... 3
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Oregon Children’s Theatre..............................23 OES.................................................................21 OMEGA Gymnastics.......................................22 OMSI...............................................................19 Play Fit Fun.....................................................23 Polaris Dance Theatre.....................................14 Portland Village School.................................... 7 Scuola Italiana di Portland............................14 The International School................................10 The International School................................14 The Movement Park.......................................11 Tucker Maxon................................................... 7 Willowbrook Arts Camp................................14 Yoga Playgrounds..........................................10
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2022 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE Summer will be here before you know it and now is the time to sign up for camp. We’ve rounded up options that will make for a fun, engaging summer for your kids!
ACADEMIC PJA Summer Discovery PJA’s Summer Discovery program offers enriching classes from experienced, passionate, professional teachers who incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) to enhance learning in a fun and nurturing way. pjaproud.org/summer
ARTS & CRAFTS Art World School Half day and full day camp options from 6/27 – 9/9 with 6 different art classes daily. Fine Art drawing/ painting, clay, arts and crafts, mixed media, 3D art, and calligraphy). Different weekly themes for ages 4 -14. artworldschool.com
Camp PDX Outdoor arts camp. Each week campers have a different theme - from goats & yoga, various arts, crafts & outdoor skills to water fun, music making & archery. They stress the beauty of independence & combine the art of cooperation with the focus on fun. camppdx.org
One River School of Art + Design One River School of Art + Design offers unique transformational week-long K-12 camps! Your child will have fun making amazing art while building friendships and skills. They welcome all levels and provide supportive small classes. Sign-up at 503.606.8861 lakeoswego.oneriverschool.com/camps
Tucker Arts Camp Tucker Arts Camp travels the world! Over the course of eight weeks, children in preschool through grade 5 explore the art of storytelling through music, visual arts & culture from diverse countries around the world at their beautiful SE Portland campus. tuckermaxon.org/tuckerartscamp 8 | NW Kids Magazine
Willowbrook Arts Camp June 27 - August 5. Join Willowbrook for their 40th summer! Step outside to explore. They offer a multi-aged, child-driven experience in visual, performing, literary and textile arts, and nature in Brown’s Ferry Park. willowbrookartscamp.org
DANCE, GYMNASTICS & ACTIVE PLAY Bodyvox Each student will work with a BodyVox teaching artist to dance, expand their imagination, and move their body. They will explore the connections between dance, rhythm, music and creativity. bodyvox.com
OMEGA Gymnastics OMEGA’s Summer Camps keep your kids active with supervised play, gymnastics instruction, and craft. Choose half day or full day weekly options. omega-gymnastics.com/camps
Play.Fit.Fun Their Mobile Camps come to you! Once per week, 2-3 days per week, 5 days per week, they match their schedule with your needs! PFF Kids Action Camps are a FUN mix of P.E., Minute To Win It, Field Day & Team Building! Fun! Active! Healthy! playfitfun.com
Polaris Dance Theatre Polaris Dance Theatre is offering in-person camps all summer long for students ages 3-16. Camps will incorporate several dance disciplines including Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, Aerial, Jazz, and more. Child care options will be available. polarisdance.org
The Movement Park Experience the ultimate FUN at Parkour Camp! Climb through parkour obstacles exploring fictional worlds and storylines, work with new friends to conquer missions & challenges, and enjoy the “Best Day Ever”! Ages 5-11 themovementpark.com/summer-camps continued on p. 12
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GENERAL Aim High Academy of Martial Arts They strive to offer a safe, creative, and integrated camp environment for all kids to learn, stay active and have fun! They host a wide variety of camps and other events throughout the school year and all summer long! Check out their website today! aimhighma.org/camps
Catlin Gabel School Catlin Gabel welcomes students from preschool to high school to their 67-acre wooded campus. Weekly camps run from June 27 to August 17 and offerings include academics, technology, sports, music, arts, and day camps. catlin.edu/summer
Cedarwood Waldorf School Bring some Cedarwood magic into your summer! Cedarwood’s camps are filled with crafting, storytelling, outdoor adventure, and plenty of time for play as campers explore the season of summer together. cedarwoodschool.org/break-summer-camps
International Leadership Academy June 27-Aug 19 Arts and Craft, Soccer, Yoga, Movie, Baking, Spanish and much more. Sing, Play, Explore, Learn. Open to all. Camp hours 9am-3pm. 7:30am early care (free). Lunches are prepared by their own chef and snacks are included. $385/week ilapdx.org/summer2022
MJCC Summer Day Camp Have an AWESOME summer at MJCC Day Camp! Health + safety is their top priority. Enjoy quality, age-appropriate programs that are super fun: sports, cooking, Jewish culture, drama, + more! Flexible options 7:45 am – 5:30 pm. Open to everyone ages 3-15. oregonjcc.org/daycamp 12 | NW Kids Magazine
Oregon Episcopal School OES is excited to bring back all in-person camps for ages 4-17, expanded hours 8 a.m.-6 p.m. More variety than ever before. Offerings include River Runners, Rock Climbing, Dungeons & Dragons, Outdoor Exploration, Fencing, Leadership, and more! oes.edu/summer
Steve & Kate’s Camp Campers choose minute to minute from a variety of activities including, sewing, stop-motion animation, music, sports & recreation, makers crafts, baking, and more. They’ll decide what they want to do, and for how long. steveandkatescamp.com/portland
Yoga Playgrounds Packed with playfulness, positivity and fun, these yoga camps include a wonderful mix of poses and movement, games, mindfulness, creativity, nature exploration and art. Join them! yogaplaygrounds.com/summer-camps
HORSES & FARM Ekone Summer Camps They offer a variety of programs that include art, wilderness skills, ranch life, cooking, music, horses and more! Programs give campers a chance to experience a supportive camp community, healthy peer relationships, and a positive work ethic. ekone.org
Herrold Stables, LLC Horse Back Riding Day Camps, Riding Lessons, Horse Riding Parties. Open now for 2021. Social distancing and masks used. Experienced schooling horses, and professional instruction for ages 3 to adult group by age at event. herroldstables.com continued on p. 16
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LANGUAGE German International School GIS Summer Camps are fun, adventurous, and filled with learning opportunities! They are a great way for interested families to try GIS out and get exposure to the German or Mandarin language. gspdx.org
International School of Portland It’s a world of fun at their award-winning, language immersion summer camps! Japanese, Chinese and Spanish come to life through hands-on projects, field trips, and outdoor fun! Beginner through Advanced levels. Ages 3 5th grade. Extended-day options! intlschool.org/summer
Scuola Italiana di Portland Memorable Italian adventures are made through language, culture, cuisine, art, music and more. Camps are available for children ages 4 – 12 years-old. Camps are tailored to the age and language experience of the children; although, no prior Italian language experience is necessary. scuola.us
NATURE Alpengirl Camp Alpengirl is an overnight summer adventure camp for girls ages 11-16. Their 1-2 week outdoor camps are multiadventure and include a variety of adventure activities such as backpacking, horseback riding, rafting, sea kayaking, rock climbing and more! alpengirlcamp.com
NW Adventure Company Their week-long Summer Adventure camps focus on building community with one another and the natural environments they explore. Each week is unique and builds upon previous camps or can exist as a standalone camp. Their instructors thoughtfully design weeklong programming that delves deep into their passions. nwadventurecompany.com
Portland Audubon Join Portland Audubon for nature-based adventures all summer long! Camps combine art, science experiments and games with explorations of their beautiful, 172-acre Nature Sanctuary neighboring Forest Park and adventures all over the Pacific Northwest. audubonportland.org/our-work/learn/youthprograms/camps-for-kids/summer-camp 16 | NW Kids Magazine
PERFORMING ARTS Northwest Children’s Theater and School Whether you’re new to theater or you’re ready to enhance your acting, singing, and dancing skills, there’s something for everyone at NWCT! Half-day and fullday options are available across the Portland metro area for ages 4-15. nwcts.org/summer-2022
Oregon Children’s Theatre OCT’s Acting Academy offers classes for ages 3-18 in NE and SW Portland. Whether it’s your child’s first experience acting or they’re ready to take their skills to the next level, they’ll help them learn and grow while having fun along the way! octc.org/classes
SPECIAL NEEDS ABI Bike First! Bike First! teaches people with & without disabilities skills to ride typical bikes. Quick Start! is for those who need a jump start! A Refresher is also available. BF! is for 8 years and older. QS! is for 5 years and older. abicommunity.org/bikefirst
SPORTS Balance Soccer The most FUN, OVERNIGHT soccer camps ever! Designed to encourage personal responsibility, develop soccer skills, improve self awareness and have tons of FUN! Join them for their 5 year anniversary! Boys Camp: June 23-27 / Girls Camp: July 13-17. balancesoccer.com
BaxterSports Camps Est. 2008 in Portland, BaxterSports offers a holistic approach to teaching and coaching kids. Mixing traditional sports with a variety of creative games, their camps are fun, active and engaging no matter your child’s experience or skill level. baxtersports.com
Infinity Golf Infinity Golf is offering13 weeks of 5 day Summer Camps for ages 8 - 17. They use a fun and engaging method for rapidly improving your child’s golf skills using games, contests, and points mixed with hands-on instruction and video swing analysis. Their simulators speed improvement with precisely measured swing and ball data. Kids are grouped by age and skill level. infinitygolf.com/kids-summer-camps continued on p. 18
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STEM Cadence Academy Preschool Their summer program is safe, fun & focused on elementary school readiness. The theme for 2022 is “World Odyssey” where children will learn about various countries like Greece, Brazil, China, and Egypt as they take a virtual journey around the world. cadenceeducation.com/programs/summer-camps-programs
Code Ninjas Bridgeport/Bethany Their camps offer an immersive environment for children ages 7-14 to explore technology, develop new skills, and have a great time with friends. They’ll participate in FUN, engaging camps, gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. codeninjas.com/or-tigard/camps
Code Ninjas Hillsboro Code Ninjas Camps offer an immersive environment for kids to explore and develop new tech skills, gain confidence, & have fun with friends. It’s an unforgettable experience for kids ages 5-15. Camps include: Minecraft, Roblox, Python, STEM, & more! codeninjas.com/or-hillsboro
Coding With Kids Leap forward on your coding journey! Coding with Kids provides online camps through their unique Coders Pathways®️ for ages 5-18. Virtual camps are conducted live, in small groups, and teach a variety of subjects, from game development in Scratch or Python to Minecraft Modding, Roblox, Java/C#, and 3D Design. In-person camps are also available at many locations. codingwithkids.com
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) Find your summer adventure! With 200+ day and overnight camps to choose from, OMSI offers a variety of K-12 programs designed to spark your students’ curiosity. Become an OMSI member to get 20% off all camps and classes! omsi.edu/summer 18 | NW Kids Magazine
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Portland Jewish Academy (pjaproud.org) provides a rich
academic cultural learning experience for kids from early The PJAandPerspective childhood through 8th grade. We’ve invited budding writers from the middle school Humanities classes and writing exploratory to join our team for a series that gives you a glimpse into thoughts and life - from their perspective.
If Only
Gardening Thoughts
by Avna
by Yon
If only there had been a flower Outside my door Instead of all the worries I never want to explore The dark, the frightening, ready to be released from captivity To break the walls and burst through as I try to run away They say they just want to play Trying to convince me to stay If only there had been a flower To break the silence And end the violence It would have given us guidance If only there had been a flower We could have saved hours It would have given us tons of power Goodbye flower Now we have to cower Thank you, flower Goodbye, power Avna is a current sixth-grader at PJA. In addition to writing, she enjoys acrobatics, her dog, and Humanities class!
A new idea Sprouting in my mind A buttercup A pretty idea Just to be sweet And loving A new idea Sprouting in my mind A Venus flytrap A dangerous idea Just to kill And be selfish A new idea Sprouting in my mind A dandelion A unique idea Just to change And become My mind is like a garden Very pretty, yes But there are also weeds And I can’t get rid of them all There’s love and death Change and stillness Not a new idea Not even sprouting A very little snake Slithering Even with the weeds It still calls my mind home Yon is a current seventh-grader at PJA. In addition to writing, they enjoy drawing, birds, and Steven Universe.
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