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SummerTime 2023 SEATTLE’S CHILD 3 „ Read us online at seattleschild.com „ Get weekly tips delivered to your inbox Seattle’s Child email newsletters Scan this code with your phone camera to subscribe, or visit seattleschild.com/subscribe SUMMER CAMPS SEATTLE & EASTSIDE LOCATIONS FOR AGES 6 - 18 DAY, OVERNIGHT-and-EXPEDITIONS wildernessawareness.org

FIELD TRIPS

Guided or self-guided tours, interactive demonstrations, group rates, private rentals and more available.

6410 23rd Ave NE Tulalip, WA 98271 360-716-2600 info@HibulbCulturalCenter.org HibulbCulturalCenter.org the history and culture of the Tulalip Tribes

PLAN YOUR SUMMER: Visit our online Directory to find new classes and camps added daily. It’s searchable by type of activity, location, age range and camp length.

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YOUR GUIDE TO SUMMER CAMPS AND CLASSES AROUND THE PUGET SOUND

ACADEMICS

AoPS Academy Bellevue

Grades 2-10 1750 112th Ave. NE, Suite B-100, Bellevue 98004 425-777-7550, bellevue@aopsacademy.org bellevue.aopsacademy.org

AoPS Academy Bellevue’s two-week summer courses meet daily to help students sharpen critical thinking, writing, and problem-solving skills for the upcoming school year. We offer advanced math, science, and language arts classes featuring activity-based learning designed to pique students’ curiosity and keep them engaged. Enroll today to secure your student’s spot.

Bellevue Children’s Academy

Grades PreK-4

14600 NE 24th St., Bellevue 98007 425-649-0791 (option 1), summer@bcacademy.com bcacademy.com/programs/summerschool

Summer School at Bellevue Children’s Academy® is a great way to reinforce learning and prepare for the new school year. Our program includes thought-provoking English and math curricula, along with exciting project-based science and social studies units that promote creativity, independent thinking, self-confidence and the quest for personal excellence.

Chess4Life

Ages 5-15

Online Nationwide 425-283-0549, kids@Chess4Life.com Chess4Life.com

Give your child the opportunity to build a growth mindset while having fun. Chess4Life curriculum teaches critical thinking, patience and focus while learning chess. Join in live, interactive online chess classes, camps and tournaments hosted daily and weekly. Our small team of experienced coaches is dedicated to individual progress tracking, boosting confidence and encouraging positive life skills. We welcome beginning through advanced players.

College Coach Kate

Grades 8-12

Collegecoachkate@gmail.com collegecoachkate.com

College Coach Kate helps students by offering a supportive and informed partnership throughout the college application journey. By gaining clarity on your goals, finding the best college fit for you, and having an application and essay strategy that presents your best self, we guide you into the next stage of your life, with support by your side.

Debate Camp

Grades 5-10

University of Washington, Seattle 1-888-512-8154, info@debatecamp.com debatecamp.com/seattle

At Debate Camp, we provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop some timelessly important skills; to hear opposing views and to confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others. Debate Camp specializes in parliamentary debate, impromptu and prepared public speaking. We ensure that all program areas are highly interactive and suited to a variety of age groups and multiple ability levels.

Eastside Catholic School

EC Summer Camps

Grades K-12

232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 425-295-3000, landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer

Learn. Create. Compete! Join us this summer

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for in-person, fun, inspiring and affordable athletic and enrichment camps, led by experienced Eastside Catholic faculty, coaches and community experts. You do not need to attend Eastside Catholic to attend our summer camps; we look forward to welcoming you here.

Hamlin Robinson School

Grades 1-8

1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167, info@hamlinrobinson.org hamlinrobinson.org/summeracademy

Hamlin Robinson School ignites the academic and creative potential of students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. Students discover the joy of learning, build positive self-esteem, explore creative potential, and acquire the specific language skills necessary for success.

Hugo House

Grades 5-12

1634 11th Ave, Seattle 98122 206-322-7030, welcome@hugohouse.org hugohouse.org/scribes

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Hugo House’s Scribes Summer Camps allow young writers to focus on, dig deep into, and nurture their inner writers in various writing-focused topics. Campers will work alongside instructors who are published writers and educators themselves, as well as guest teaching artists. Camps are all-day workshops, either week-long or half-week, with in-person and online options available.

Kennedy Catholic High School

140 S. 140th St., Burien 98168 206-246-0500, info@kennedyhs.org kennedyhs.org/summerlife

Life at Kennedy Catholic High School doesn’t end when the summer bell rings. It’s just the beginning. Students: come spend your summer with the Lancers! Whether you love athletics, fine arts or academic enrichment, you can try something new, sharpen current skills, learn from strong mentors and build lasting friendships. Reserve your fun today.

Mercer Education Summer Camps

SAT/ACT, Language Arts, College Counseling Online and In-person

1240 116th Ave. NE, #200, Bellevue 98004 425-373-0870, info@mercereducation.com Mercereducation.com

Founded by a Harvard graduate, ME offers college counseling, SAT/ACT prep and Language Arts camps and year-round programs. With innovative curricula and professional educators, our programs go beyond test-taking skills and academic excellence to cultivate vibrant, intelligent minds. Take advantage of summer to hone your academic skills with us!

Morningside Academy

Summer School at Morningside Academy

901 Lenora St., Seattle 98121 206-709-9500, info@morningsideacademy.org Morningsideacademy.org

Morningside Academy’s internationally acclaimed program allows students to catch up, build up and get ahead. Our research-based curriculum and highly

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Day Camp SEATTLE GIRLS CHOIR seattlegirlschoir.org

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trained teachers lead to exceptional student success. We offer a 1:12 teacher/student ratio with Daily Support Cards. We place students by skill level rather than by age or grade. Enroll full year or summer school.

Russian School of Mathematics

Grades K-12

Locations in Bellevue, Factoria and Redmond 425-616-3511

bellevue@russianschool.com redmond@russianschool.com factoria@russianschool.com Mathschool.com

The Russian School of Mathematics is an award-winning after-school math program. Recently named “among the top schools in the world” by the Johns Hopkins CTY, we help children of all levels excel in mathematics. At RSM, we believe all children are capable of developing a solid foundation in math, if taught correctly. Math empowers the mind for independent thought. Whether it’s excelling on a test, getting into a top university or succeeding in any career, math is what gets you there.

School for Creative Arts: Cornish College

Ages 14-18

1000 Lenora St., Seattle 98121 206-726-5185, extension@cornish.edu summer.cornish.edu/ Summer@Cornish offers a unique approach to summer arts learning by encouraging teens to mix and match courses over four weeks, which culminate in community celebrations with families and new friends. We believe that

creative learning is a balance of technical skill development in one core discipline while continuing to develop creative expression through multiple artistic modalities. Early Bird Tuition Discount available through March 1.

ANIMALS & FARMING

Oxbow Summer Farm Camp

Ages 7-11

10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134, camp@oxbow.org oxbow.org/education/summercamp/ FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

A summer outdoors—playing, laughing, learning and getting messy—can motivate kids to engage with their environment in new ways, unplug from screens, and connect with nature. Oxbow Summer Farm Camp offers creative ways to explore environmental connections through engaging educational activities and child-led creative play on a real-life farm!

Red Gate Farm Day Camp

Ages 6-12

23836 SE 24th St., Sammamish 98075 425-466-3800, redgatefarmtraining@gmail.com Redgatefarmdaycamp.com

Build self-confidence while enjoying the pleasures of riding and developing a friendship with your camp horse. Campers will be assigned one horse with another camper that will be theirs for the whole week. They will learn everything about horse care, including basic grooming, saddling and even horse psychology! Other activities include arts, crafts

and games. On the last day of every session, campers demonstrate their new riding skills with a horse show.

Tilth Alliance Summer Farm & Garden Camps

Ages 1-15

Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St., Seattle 98118

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, #100, Seattle 98103 206-633-0451, youthprograms@tilthalliance.org Tilthalliance.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

At Tilth Alliance’s Summer Farm & Garden Camps, kids spend summer days outdoors being urban farmers and gardeners, discovering where food comes from and learning about the natural world. Summer camp is also a time to have fun adventures exploring our gardens and farm, engaging in science investigations, making art, singing songs and cooking up delicious dishes.

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Charles Wright Academy

Grades 1-8

7723 Chambers Creek Road West, Tacoma 98467 253-620-8373, admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org

Are you looking for a fun and engaging summer camp for your child? Students entering grade 1 through 8 can choose from options including STEM, sports, arts, hiking, yoga, en-

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gineering, and more. All camps are taught by CWA faculty and staff, and trusted partners such as Tacoma Mountaineers, Bricks 4 Kidz, Tacoma Fencing Club, and more!. Don’t delay in securing your child’s spot. Spaces will fill quickly!

Eastside Catholic School

EC Summer Camps

Grades K-12

232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 425-295-3000, landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer

Learn. Create. Compete! Join us this summer for in-person, fun, inspiring and affordable athletic and enrichment camps, led by experienced Eastside Catholic faculty, coaches and community experts. You do not need to attend Eastside Catholic to attend our summer camps; we look forward to welcoming you here.

The Evergreen School

Summer Program

Ages 3-14, Grades PS-8

15201 Meridian Ave. N, Shoreline 98133

summerprogram@evergreenschool.org

camp focused on empowering girls in STEAM subjects. Our hands-on themes capture the imagination, ignite deeper mathematical thinking and help campers feel confident in their capabilities. As part of a community where “Girl Power’’ rules, our campers develop leadership skills, make friends, take on challenges and learn together in a meaningful way. In addition to camps for grades 1- 6, Girls Rock Math offers middle school leadership camps for grades 7-8 and a Teen Leadership Program for grades 9-12.

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Hugo House

Grades 5-12

1634 11th Ave, Seattle 98122

206-322-7030, welcome@hugohouse.org hugohouse.org/scribes

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Illumination Learning Studio

Grades Preschool-5

7720 Greenwood Ave. N, Seattle 5501 8th Ave NW, Seattle

206-900-7452, info@ilskids.com ilskids.com

Since 2013, Illumination Learning Studio has provided quality programming based on the four pillars of the arts (dance, drama, music and art) from half-day preschool and Pre-K, afternoon arts programming and private music lessons for K-5, and summer and school year camps.

Kennedy Catholic High School

Grades 3- 9

140 S. 140th St., Burien 98168

206-246-0500, info@kennedyhs.org kennedyhs.org/summerlife

Life at Kennedy Catholic High School doesn’t

end when the summer bell rings. It’s just the beginning. Students: come spend your summer with the Lancers! Whether you love athletics, fine arts or academic enrichment, you can try something new, sharpen current skills, learn from strong mentors and build lasting friendships. Reserve your fun today.

KidsQuest Children’s Museum

KidsQuest Summer Camp

Ages 4-10

1116 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98004 425-637-8100, education@kidsquestmuseum.org kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/summer-camp/

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

With children’s health, education and growth top-of-mind, KidsQuest is thrilled to offer a variety of summer camps in 2023. KidsQuest camps offer hands-on fun and learning through science experiments, artistic exploration, and collaboration. Check out our in-person programming, featuring photography, physics, kitchen science, and more. We will also be offering virtual summer camp opportunities and will ship materials right to your doorstep for a screen-free summer!

Neo Art School

Summer Art Camp

Ages 6-12 (recommended)

Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N., #121, Seattle 98103 206-632-2530, neoartschool@gmail.com Neoartschool.com

Founded in 1982, family owned and operated for two generations, Neo Art School offers the highest quality Fine Arts and Pottery classes

for children (and adults) in the Northwest!

Summer Camp 2023 and all other School

Break Camp enrollment is now open. Offering day camp during the school year, and weeklong camps during the summer, full-day and half-day options available with extended care. Camps start June 14th! Come experience an array of art projects!

School for Creative Arts: Cornish College

Ages 14-18

1000 Lenora St., Seattle 98121 206-726-5185, extension@cornish.edu summer.cornish.edu/

Summer@Cornish offers a unique approach to summer arts learning by encouraging teens to mix and match courses over four weeks, which culminate in community celebrations with families and new friends. We believe that creative learning is a balance of technical skill development in one core discipline while continuing to develop creative expression through multiple artistic modalities. Early Bird Tuition Discount available through March 1.

Seattle Art Museum

Grades 1-6

Seattle Asian Art Museum

1400 E Prospect St., Seattle 98112 206-654-3100, samcamp@seattleartmuseum.org seattleartmuseum.org/samcamp

Make art and new friends at SAM Camp! Led by local arts educators and inspired by SAM’s art collection, each week is a new adventure. Join us Monday-Friday, July 10-28 from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Seattle Asian Art Museum in

Our camps are packed with awesome, hands-on experiences that allow your child to discover new skills and talents while having fun and making new friends!

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begin each day at the school and then head variety of activities in real time, including 206-633-0451, youthprograms@tilthalliance.org

At Tilth Alliance’s Summer Farm & Garden Camps, kids spend summer days outdoors learning about the natural world. Summer camp is also a time to have fun adventures exploring our gardens and farm, engaging

Self-guided walks on trails through woods, 425-644-1111, info@crossroadsbellevue.com

Crossroadsbellevue.com

Crossroads Bellevue is a one-of-a-kind shopping, dining and entertainment destination featuring unique shops, 30 international restaurants, live music every weekend, an 8-screen cinema, rock climbing, art classes, a farmers market and much more.

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Experience Anacortes

All Ages

819 Commercial Ave., Suite F, Anacortes 98221

360-293-7911, info@anacortes.org

Anacortes.org

Anchored by a vibrant, friendly downtown and surrounded by water, Anacortes is a picturesque destination year-around. Explore the local shops, taste delectable Northwest cuisine, and plan your own adventure through the trails, tide pools, beaches and parks. Whether you’re camping under the stars in a grove of pine trees, relaxing in an RV with a view of Mt. Baker or spending the night in a cozy room, infinite adventures await.

Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve

Hilbulb Summer Field Trips

Ages 6-18

6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip 98271

360-716-2600, info@hibulbculturalcenter.org

Hibulbculturalcenter.org

The Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve is a place to learn about the cultural values and history of the Tulalip Tribes. Interactive displays offer a historic perspective of the connectedness of the Tribes. Celebrate the traditional, usual and accustomed territories of Tulalip that serve as a constant reminder of the Tribes’ historic connection to the land. Plan your trip to visit the museum today.

Seattle Historic Waterfront Association

All Ages Alaskan Way, Seattle Seattlewaterfront.org

Seattle’s historic waterfront is open to entertain you. Bring your family down to experience fun activities/attractions, an array of adventures and family-friendly restaurants. Park in the Pike Place Garage and ask for a voucher at any one of the 45 restaurants or attractions on the Waterfront for 2 hours of FREE parking.

Visit Lake Chelan

216 Woodin Ave., Chelan, WA 98816 509-682-3503, info@lakechelan.com Lakechelan.com

Discover a Washington Original! Only in Lake Chelan will you find four seasons of wine, over 300 days of sunshine, stunning natural beauty and adventures that you can tune to your own tastes. Enjoy over 35 award-winning wineries that hug the shores of a breathtaking crystal-clear lake.

LANGUAGE & CULTURE

The Alliance Française de Seattle

Ages 6-12

4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103 info@afseattle.org

afseattle.org/learn-french/summercamps

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The Alliance Française de Seattle is dedicated to the promotion of the French language and

Francophone cultures in the Puget Sound region. Students get to discover or practice French during weekly summer camps combining French language and culture with the fun of a traditional summer camp. Open to all children who are complete beginner, beginner or intermediate in French. Campers will go home having learned new words and phrases (and having made new friends).

Edmonds Center for the Arts

Ages 7-16

410 4th Avenue North, Edmonds 98020 425-274-9595, boxoffice@ec4arts.org Ec4arts.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Edmonds Center for the Arts (ECA) presents diverse, week-long arts, culture, and S.T.E.A.M. camps for young people ages 7-16. Hosted both onsite in ECA’s state-of-the-art theater and classrooms, as well as in offsite outdoor spaces, these creative programs are designed to inspire and foster a love of the arts and creative collaboration in students!

Launch

Ages 3-12

3401 Rainier Ave. S, Ste. A, Seattle 98108 206-726-7972, enrollment@launchlearning.org launchlearning.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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www.swim.guru

Summer Day Camp

An Equestrian Training Center in the heart of Sammamish

Summer Horse Camp

seven continents as our theme, and learn about each area’s culture, food, music, art, geography and more! Summer enrollment opens March 17t, register online at launchlearning.org.

MULTI-ACTIVITY

Annie Wright Schools

Grades 1-6

827 N Tacoma Ave., Tacoma 98403 253-272-2216, communications@aw.org aw.org/summer

Annie Wright Schools offer a wide array of arts and athletics camps for students entering grades 1-6 from any school. From music, theatre and visual arts to soccer, swimming and sports clinics, we offer a robust lineup of programming all summer long. We can’t wait to see you this summer!

BASIS Independent Bellevue

Ages 6-14

Weekly Sessions

June, July & August

redgatefarmdaycamp.com

Ages 6 to 12 Counselors 12 and over Training • Lessons • Leasing • Sales Jamie Smith – Trainer/Owner (425) 466-3800

15749 NE 4th St., Bellevue 98008 425-749-3006 blv.summercamp@basisindependent.com basisindependent.com/blv.summer

We’ve designed the perfect camp for your child, complete with all the fun, enriching activities they love, and the important safety measures and flexible hours you expect. And with many options to choose from, including day camp and sport camps, campers will have endless, AWESOME experiences to keep them engaged and excited all summer long.

Boys & Girls Club of Bellevue

Summer Camp

Ages 3-18

Clubs throughout greater Bellevue 425-454-6162, admin@bgcbellevue.org bgcbellevue.org/programs

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue is committed to providing high-quality programs for youth during the summer. Our programs specifically focus on keeping kids engaged and active. From specialized theme camps, including Art, Cooking, Photography, Tech, Engineering and Video Production, to leadership opportunities and high school internships, there is a place for everyone at Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue’s summer camp!

Camp Galileo

Grades K-10

Seattle Madison Valley: The Bush School 3400 E Harrison St. Seattle 98112 1-800-854-3684, info@galileo-camps.com galileo-camps.com

Camp Galileo is coming to Seattle Madison Valley: The Bush School this summer! At Camp Galileo, K to 8th graders enjoy creative STEAM-inspired projects and get active outside. Our dynamic staff helps kids turn ideas into reality, collaborate with peers and play hard outdoors. Stanford research shows that kids who experience Gaileo’s curriculum demonstrate perseverance, confidence and resilience. Enroll during Early Bird registration and save $50 per week!

Charles Wright Academy

Grades 1-8

7723 Chambers Creek Road West, Tacoma 98467 253-620-8373, admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org

Are you looking for a fun and engaging

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2023 Summer Youth Programs

We’re not like the other summer camps. Create epic music videos and record songs, be a STEAM explorer through fantasy worlds, and perfect your drag-tastic performance at MoPOP.

Rock ‘n’ Rolling!

July 17–21 | ages 10–13

Learn what it takes to be a rockstar. Make your own music video and go behind the scenes from songwriting skills to lights, camera, action.

Drag-Tastic: The Art of Drag

July 24–28 and August 7–11 | ages 12–18

Calling all future kings and queens! Investigate drag history and work together with local artists, creating your own personas to sashay the day away!

Fantasy STEAM Explorers

July 31–August 4 | ages 7–10

Create your very own fantasy world using the magic of science and engineering. Watch imagination become reality as you discover limitless possibilities and, like Dr. Frankenstein, bring your creations to life.

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summer camp for your child? Students entering grade 1 through 8 can choose from options including STEM, sports, arts, hiking, yoga, engineering, and more. All camps are taught by CWA faculty and staff, and trusted partners such as Tacoma Mountaineers, Bricks 4 Kidz, Tacoma Fencing Club, and more!. Don’t delay in securing your child’s spot. Spaces will fill quickly!

City of Redmond Parks & Recreation

Ages 4-18

15670 NE 85th St., Redmond 98073 425-556-2300, guestservices@redmond.gov redmond.gov/register

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

When your children attend camp, they will play, create, explore and seek adventure. They will meet new friends, play games and create lifelong memories. The City of Redmond offers full- and half-day camps, which provide a safe and healthy environment for children to choose their own adventures.

The Evergreen School

Summer Program

Ages 3-14, Grades PS-8

15201 Meridian Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-957-1594 summerprogram@evergreenschool.org evergreenschool.org/summer-program/ overview

Our program helps students embrace the natural environment, fosters artistic abilities and provides many opportunities for healthy recreation and socialization. We offer sports camps, fine arts classes, performing arts classes, outdoor recreation, day camps and more. Our class/camp sizes remain small and offer personal attention and greater focus on student health and safety. Join us this summer!

KidsQuest Children’s Museum

KidsQuest Summer Camp

Ages 4-10

1116 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98004 425-637-8100, education@kidsquestmuseum.org kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/ summer-camp/

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Launch

Ages 3-12

3401 Rainier Ave. S, Ste. A, Seattle 98108 206-726-7972, enrollment@launchlearning.org launchlearning.org

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Join Launch for a fun summer program centered around the theme of “Around the World”, with lots of activities that help kids make friends, create, discover, and learn. We’ll navigate the global community with the seven continents as our theme, and learn about each area’s culture, food, music, art, geography and more! Summer enrollment opens March 17t, register online at launchlearning.org.

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The Northwest School Summer Camp

Ages 10-16

1415 Summit Ave., Seattle 98122 206-816-6070

northwestschool.org/summer

Explore, learn and make friends—locally and globally! Are you ready for a summer camp that’s fun and engaging and offers a variety of classes? You can dance, make music, act onstage and bring an artistic vision to life, dive into Marine Biology, design a robot or build an architectural model. It is all possible this summer.

Sammamish Montessori School

Montessori Classes, Discovery Camps and STEAM

Ages 3-8

7655 178th Pl. NE, Redmond 98052 425-883-3271, info@sammamishmontessori.com

Sammamishmontessori.com

Spend the summer in a bright, happy environment with lots of individual attention, exciting activities and professional, caring teachers. Montessori Classes, Discovery Camps and STEAM Camps are run all summer long in two-week sessions, morning and/or afternoon to provide flexibility for vacations. Discovery Camps may include arts and crafts, science, cooking, sports, world travels, drama, pets and animals, and more. Current students, new students, siblings, neighbors and alumni are all welcome to attend!

Spruce Street School

Summer Camp

Ages 5-10

914 Virginia St., Seattle 98101 206-621-9211, office@sprucestreetschool.org sprucestreetschool.org

This summer, come to downtown Seattle and have an adventure every day! In this small summer camp program, campers begin each day at the school and then head out for the field trip of the day. Campers return to the school for an afternoon of art projects, crafts, games, playing on the rooftop playground and more.

Steve & Kate’s Camp

Ages 4-12

Locations in Capitol Hill, Meadowbrook and Bellevue steveandkatescamp.com

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge. Campers ages 4–12 choose from a variety of activities in real time, including sewing, coding, maker crafts, sports and more. Families can buy any number of days, to use at any time. If your plans change, we’ll automatically refund any unused passes in full. Lunch, snacks and all hours (8 a.m.–6 p.m.) are included.

Stroum Jewish Community Center

Summer J Camp Grades PreK-10

3801 E. Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7117, johns@sjcc.org sjcc.org/j-camp

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer J Camp returns in 2023 from June

26-August 25. With more than 50 camps to choose from, you can build your own experience with Summer J Camp. From Core Camps to Specialty Camps, you can create a summer schedule that works best for your family. Save 10% when you register by March 1.

Villa Ventures Summer Camp

Ages 4-14

5001 NE 50th St., Seattle 98105 206-524-8885, summer@thevilla.org thevilla.org/summer

Located in Laurelhurst just north of Seattle

Children’s Hospital, Villa Ventures Summer Camps feature high-quality, engaging outdoor and indoor experiences designed for curious and creative minds, ages 4-14. Explore our 31-acre campus featuring forests and gardens, a state-of-the-art athletic field, and a historic school building with art studios and science labs.

YMCA of Greater Seattle

Summer Camp and Outdoor Leadership Programs

Ages 3-18 909 4th Ave., Seattle 98104 registration@seattleymca.org seattleymca.org/camp

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Whether you are interested in day camp in your neighborhood, week-long overnight camps at Orkila or Colman, or backpacking expeditions in the Olympics or Cascades, you’ll find your adventure, find your friends and find your fun at Y camp.

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daily to our online Directory: seattleschild.com/directories

AWARD-WINNING, OUTDOOR CHILDREN’S ART CLASSES & CAMPS! 206-632-2530 • NeoArtSchool@gmail.com FULL WEEK CAMPS 8 AM - 6 PM Plus extended care and half days available! Download the Summer 2023 Packet from our website! Creative and nurturing art classes for children since 1982 Find more information at NeoArtSchool.com Summer Program Begins June 14th Celebrating 41 years!

ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE SEATTLE

Ages 6-12

4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Suite 205, Seattle 98103 206-632-5433 info@afseattle.org afseattle.org/summercamps

Have fun in French this summer! The Alliance Française de Seattle is inviting children ages 6 to 12 (beginner to intermediate) to experience French through themed weekly camps and a playful, action-oriented approach. Campers will enjoy a mix of short French lessons, games and outdoor play in beautiful Meridian Park, exploratory activities in the historical Good Shepherd Center, and hands-on projects to express themselves in French through creativity and collaboration. Full-day camps. Registration opens on February 21.

SUMMER@ANNIE WRIGHT

Grades 1-6 827 N. Tacoma Ave., Tacoma 98403 253-272-2216 summer@aw.org aw.org/summer

Annie Wright Schools oﬀer a wide array of full- and half-day arts and athletics camps for students entering grades 1-6 from any school. From music, theatre and visual arts to soccer, swimming and sports clinics, we oﬀer a robust lineup of programming all summer long. We can’t wait to see you this summer!

BELLEVUE CHILDREN’S ACADEMY®

Grades PreK-4 in fall 14640 NE 24th St., Bellevue 98007 425-649-0791, option 1

summer@bcacademy.com bcacademy.com/programs/summerschool

BCA® welcomes all students (BCA & non-BCA) entering Pre-K through 4th grade to join our Summer School. Summer School at Bellevue Children’s Academy® is a great way to reinforce learning and prepare for the new school year. Our program includes a thought-provoking English and math curriculum along with exciting activities in project-based science and social studies units that promote creativity, independent thinking, selfconﬁdence and the quest for personal excellence. A warm and nurturing environment is facilitated by dedicated BCA staﬀ and teachers.

CHESS4LIFE SUMMER CHESS CAMPS

Ages 6-12 13219 NE 20th St., Suite #203, Bellevue 98005 425-283-0549

Kids@Chess4Life.com

Chess4Life.com

This summer, your child can learn and build skills on the chess board that will beneﬁt them all year long. Chess4Life in-person Summer Chess and Chess PLUS Camps teach valuable chess skills while players learn focus, sportsmanship, and a “Win, Draw, Learn” attitude. Add extra excitement with Chess PLUS Table Tennis and Chess PLUS LEGO Camps. Beginners and advanced chess players are welcome to join multiple skill groups oﬀered weekly. Hosted June 19 through September 1.

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CITY OF REDMOND SUMMER CAMPS

Ages 4-18

Various locations in Redmond 425-556-2300 guestservices@redmond.gov www.redmond.gov/SummerCamps

From sports to arts to STEM, there’s an adventure for everyone with City of Redmond’s summer camps. Our camps for ages 4-18 provide fun and unforgettable experiences with full- and half-day camps throughout the Redmond area. Play sports, meet new friends, and make memories to last a lifetime.

CODEWIZARDSHQ

Ages 8-18

Classes are virtual 800-213-2417 school@codewizardshq.com codewizardshq.com

CodeWizardsHQ oﬀers the most fun (and eﬀective) virtual coding camps and classes for ages 8-18. Hands-on interactive learning and highly rated instructors provide an experience students love. Minecraft and Roblox-themed coding camps are perfect for gamers interested in coding. Kids build projects in one-week camps while learning real-world coding. Three-week accelerated classes cover the same content as our structured program. Students can complete three full courses in one summer, learning Python, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Scratch and Java. Save $20 with Code SC20!

DESTINATION SCIENCE CAMP

Ages 5-11

Multiple King County locations 888-909-2822

destinationscience.org

The fun science day camp for curious kids. Become a robot engineer, explore coaster science, create a biobot and join the DS space force this summer!

More than 15 STEM activities and make-and-take projects, three science stations per day, plus games, challenges, silly songs and all the friendship and fun of camp. Our energetic, professional educators make learning fun!

Locations in Bellevue, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Mountlake Terrace, and Seattle. Enroll today for early bird and multi-week savings.

DRAMA KIDS SUMMER CAMPS

Ages 6-17

Locations in Bellevue, Renton, Kent 425-654-0699 eastsidedramakids@gmail.com dramakids.com/redmond-bellevue-wa/class-schedule/ drama-camps/

When school is out – Drama is IN!

We oﬀer Kent, Renton and Bellevue day camps for acting and drama including a variety of super fun weeklong themes that are run on half and full-day schedules. Working families will love the option of dropping oﬀ as early as 8am and picking up as late as 6 p.m. (Drama Llama Daycare is $10/hour beyond 9 a.m.-4 p.m.). Register before March 1 for last year’s rates.

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EDMONDS CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Ages 7-16

410 4th Ave. N, Edmonds 98020 425-274-9595 boxoffice@ec4arts.org

Ec4arts.org

Join us this summer at Edmonds Center for the Arts for diverse, weeklong arts, culture, and STEAM camps. Featuring our brand-new Dungeons & Dragons Camp hosted on site at ECA and the return of community favorite Crows Camp hosted this year at the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden. These programs are designed to inspire and foster a love of the arts, creativity, collaboration and storytelling in students. Camps run July-August 2023. Registration begins at the end of February. Need-based scholarships are available.

GIRLS ROCK MATH

Grades 1-6

3201 E. Republican St., Seattle 98112 206-408-8078 camp@girlsrockmath.org girlsrockmath.org

Girls Rock Math is an arts-based math camp focused on empowering girls in STEAM subjects. Our hands-on themes capture the imagination, ignite deeper mathematical thinking and help campers feel conﬁdent in their capabilities. As part of a community where “Girl Power” rules, our campers develop leadership skills, make friends, take on challenges, and learn together in a meaningful way. With so many curricular themes to choose among, there truly is something for everyone!

HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL SUMMER ACADEMY

Entering grades 1-8 1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167 info@hamlinrobinson.org hamlinrobinson.org/summeracademy

Hamlin Robinson School ignites the academic and creative potential of students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. Students discover the joy of learning, build self-esteem, explore creative potential, and acquire specific language skills necessary for success. HRS Summer Academy is for students entering grades 1-8. Summer Academy offers a 3 ½-week Slingerland® morning class and a variety of afternoon camps. The Summer Academy class and Summer Academy camps can be combined to create a full-day experience.

SUMMER L.I.F.E. AT KENNEDY CATHOLIC

Grades 3-9 140 S. 140th St., Burien 98168 206-246-0500 kennedyhs.org/summerlife

Students are invited to spend summer with the Lancers! Whether you love athletics or ﬁne arts – or both – you can:

• Try something new;

• Sharpen current skills;

• Learn from strong mentors;

• Build lasting friendships.

No matter what you try, you’ll be inspired by those around you and empowered to live your best summer LIFE at Kennedy Catholic.

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LAUNCH

Ages 3-12

5 Seattle locations - see website for details 206-726-7972 enrollment@launchlearning.org launchlearning.org

Join Launch for a fun summer program centered around the theme of “Around the World,” with lots of cool activities that help kids make friends, create, discover and learn! We’ll navigate the global community with each of the seven continents as our weekly theme, and learn about each area’s unique culture through food, music, art, geography, animal life, sports, outdoor play and guest speakers.

MAJESTIC ADVENTURES

Ages 6-17 Seattle Camps at Woodland Park 360-836-0386 info@majesticadventures.net questnorthwest.com

In Adventure Quest™, children and teens become the heroes of an incredibly fun and dynamic quest, working together in a mythical and magical world to overcome interesting challenges, solve mystifying riddles, brainstorm unique solutions to puzzling dilemmas, and swashbuckle with foes. Campers experience the excitement and conﬁdence that comes from banding together to defend a village, solving a perplexing mystery, or negotiating a peace treaty. Questers end the program feeling empowered, excited, and full of stories to tell!

MERCER EDUCATION

Grades 3-12

Online and In-person Programs 1240 116th Ave. NE, Suite 200, Bellevue 98004 425-373-0870 info@mercereducation.com mercereducation.com

Founded in 1999 by a graduate of Harvard University, Mercer Education oﬀers year-round college counseling, SAT/ACT prep and Language Arts camps as well as private and small-group programs. With innovative curricula and professional educators, our programs go beyond test-taking skills and academic excellence to cultivate vibrant, intelligent minds. Every year, our students enter some of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the U.S. We work with students locally as well as from around the country. Be in touch for a free consultation.

OPEN WORLD BY DIGIPEN

Ages 5-18 (Grades K-12) 9931 Willows Road NE, Redmond 98052 425-629-5046 OpenWorld@digipen.edu discoveropenworld.com

Open World by DigiPen offers fun, engaging summer workshops in the STEAM fields of the future, including Game Design, Art and Animation, Programming, Music and Sound Design, Robotics, and More. Daily drop-off/pick-up workshops run June 26-August 11 at two convenient Eastside locations: DigiPen Institute of Technology in Redmond and Cascadia College in Bothell. An extended day program for afternoon care is also available. Visit DiscoverOpenWorld.com for more information.

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OXBOW SUMMER FARM CAMP

Ages 7-11

10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134 camp@oxbow.org

oxbow.org/education/summercamp/

A summer outdoors—playing, laughing, learning and getting messy—can motivate kids to engage with their environment in new ways, unplug from screens, and connect with nature. Oxbow Summer Farm Camp oﬀers creative ways to explore environmental connections through engaging educational activities and child-led creative play on a real-life farm.

PACIFIC SCIENCE CENTER CAMPS FOR CURIOUS MINDS

Grades PreK-8

200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2925 edprograms@pacsci.org pacificsciencecenter.org/camps

PacSci’s award-winning summer camps offer exciting opportunities for exploration and experimentation. In-person sessions are held at six locations: Pacific Science Center; Mercer Slough in Bellevue; Explorer West Middle School in West Seattle; St. Thomas Middle School in Medina; Kirkland Seventh-Day Adventist School; and Salish Sea Elementary in South Seattle’s Othello Square. Girls-Focused and Sensory-Friendly options are available. PacSci is proud to offer 300 scholarships for qualifying prospective campers. Applications open February 1 and are accepted through March 27. Registration begins February 13.

SAMBICA

Grades 2-12

4114 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway SE, Bellevue 98008 425-746-9110 camp@sambica.com sambica.com

Located on the shores of Lake Sammamish, SAMBICA oﬀers 10 thrilling weeks of summer camp to kids of all ages. Serving as “A Light on the Lake” for more than 100 years, SAMBICA combines the language of play with the vision of inspiring youth to a relationship with Jesus Christ.

SAM CAMP AT SEATTLE ASIAN ART MUSEUM

Grades 1-6

1400 E. Prospect St., Seattle 98112 206-654-3100 SAMCamp@seattleartmuseum.org seattleartmuseum.org/samcamp

Make art and new friends at SAM Camp. Led by local arts educators and inspired by SAM’s art collection, each week is a new adventure. Join us Mondays-Fridays, July 10-28 from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Seattle Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park. Afternoon extended care is available until 5:30 p.m. every day. At the end of each week, SAM Camp artists invite family and friends to attend a special Friday Showcase from 2:30–3:30 p.m. to celebrate the artworks created and meet the talented Teaching Artists. Registration opens February 15. Sign up now.

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CAMP BILL

Grades 3-12

Various Locations

206-733-8228

education@seattleshakespeare.org

seattleshakespeare.org/camp-bill

Join us for a Shakespearean Summer ﬁlled with theatre day camps.

• Put on a “Bottled Bard” production;

• Learn Battles and Brawls;

• Do a fantasy-ﬁlled acting camp;

• Try our Production Intensive.

Whether your student is a Shakespeare pro, or brand new to the Bard, Seattle Shakespeare has something for almost every age and level.

STEAMOJI

Ages 5-12

16630 Redmond Way, Suite 110, Redmond 98052 425-242-0350

redmond@steamoji.com

steamoji.com/camps-usa.html

Steamoji is a maker academy for kids that trains builders, makers, inventors and entrepreneurs. Turn downtime into discovery time this summer with kids’ STEM camps in coding, 3D printing, robotics, engineering and more. A fun week of discovery, experimentation and invention for kids.

In winter, spring and summer, we’ve got you covered during school breaks. Engaging full-days, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Fun, scalable learning for everyone. Let’s get building!

STEVE & KATE’S

Ages 4-12

Three Seattle locations 415-389-5437

letschat@steveandkate.com steveandkatescamp.com/puget-sound-camps

Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge of their own learning experience. Kids ages 4-12 choose from a variety of activities in real time, including sewing, coding, building, baking, sports and more!

Families can buy any number of days, and use at any time–no weekly reservations required. Or buy a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. Either way, all unused passes are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Lunch, snacks and all hours (8 a.m.-6 p.m.) included.

SUMMERSTAGE

Ages 5-17

Meridian Playground, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Seattle 98103 Jefferson Park, 3801 Beacon Ave. S, Seattle 98108 206-388-9212 education@stonesouptheatre.org stonesouptheatre.org

Join us this summer at our two outdoor park locations in north and south Seattle (Meridian Playground | Jeﬀerson Park). Weekly theatre camps run from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday with before- and after-care available. Choose from one of our many fun and exciting musicals or plays: Elephant & Piggie, Encanto, Hamilton, Mary Poppins, Percy Jackson, Pokémon, The Wizard of Oz, Wizarding School and many more. Visit our website to enroll or learn more.

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STUDIO EAST SUMMER THEATER CAMPS

Ages 4-19

348 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland 98033 425-820-1800 info@studio-east.org

studio-east.org/summer-camps

Thirty years ago, our Summer Camps built our reputation as a provider of stellar performing arts education. Studio East has the most varied, fun programming, the most knowledgeable Instructors, and the most experienced support staﬀ you could need. Whether you have a 4-year-old or a high school senior, we have a camp to delight. Pokémon and PAW Patrol? Check. Wizarding school and Sherlock Holmes? Check. Teen musicals, tech workshops, comedy camps? Check, check, check. Early bird discount available through March 31.

SUMMIT DANCE CO. CAMPS

Ages 2-18

22500 NE Marketplace Drive, Suite 100. Redmond 98053 425-549-3434 staff@summitdanceco.com summitdanceco.com

Summit weeklong camps are known for being the highlight of the summer!

Led by our energetic staﬀ, each day is ﬁlled with games, crafts, and of course dancing. At the end of the week, campers get to present a special themed show to their families and friends.

“(He) comes home everyday saying it was the best day ever!”

-2021 Camp Family

CAMP KALSMAN

Grades 1-11

14724 184th St. NE, Arlington 98223 425-284-4484 campkalsman@urj.org campkalsman.org

There are not too many places where children can challenge themselves on a high ropes course, canoe on a lake, cook over a campﬁre and sing with friends under the stars – all in the same day. Located north of Seattle, Camp Kalsman has 300 acres ﬁlled with a wide variety of activities: arts, sports, team building, hiking, high ropes, guitar and much more. Children can explore all aspects of camp and participate in fun programs, all while exploring their Jewish identity.

VILLA VENTURES

Ages 4-14 5001 NE 50th St. Seattle 98105 206-524-8885 summer@thevilla.org thevilla.org/summer

Villa Ventures Summer Camps feature high-quality, engaging outdoor and indoor experiences designed for curious and creative minds ages 4-14. Explore our 31-acre campus featuring forests and gardens, a state-of-the-art athletic ﬁeld, and a historic school building with art studios and science labs. Our small group sizes and expert instructors guarantee personal attention that fosters experiential learning and conﬁdence. There are activities for everyone—carpentry, coding, forest games and more! Program dates are June 20 - 30 and July 10 - August 4.

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NATURE & ENVIRONMENT

Beach Camp at Sunset Bay

Ages 8-15

14725 Norma Beach Road, Edmonds 98026 206-324-6715, sunsetbay@sunsetbaywharf.com sunsetbaywharf.com

Beach Camp is a one-of-a-kind marine science and outdoor education summer camp located on a beautiful stretch of sandy Puget Sound beach in Edmonds. We teach many water-related activities, from kayaking, snorkeling and skim-boarding to canoeing, paddle boarding and sailing – all while teaching campers what makes our marine ecosystem tick.

Charles Wright Academy

Grades 1-8

7723 Chambers Creek Road West, Tacoma 98467 253-620-8373, admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org

Are you looking for a fun and engaging summer camp for your child? Students entering grade 1 through 8 can choose from options including STEM, sports, arts, hiking, yoga, engineering, and more. All camps are taught by CWA faculty and staff, and trusted partners such as Tacoma Mountaineers, Bricks 4 Kidz, Tacoma Fencing Club, and more!. Don’t delay in securing your child’s spot. Spaces will fill quickly!

The Evergreen School

Summer Program

Ages 3-14, Grades PS-8

15201 Meridian Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-957-1594 summerprogram@evergreenschool.org evergreenschool.org/summer-program/ overview

Lasting Adventures

Ages 11-17

P.O. Box 1078, Groveland, CA 95321 800-513-8651, staff@lastingadventures.org lastingadventures.com

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Lasting Adventures has over two decades of experience guiding youth in the outdoors. We focus on adventure-based programming, delving into the backcountry, and personal growth. We’re a non-profit with a mission to foster environmental stewardship and give every youth an opportunity to get outside. In Olympic NP, we offer day hikes, multi-day summer camps and family programs.

Majestic Adventures

Ages 6-17

1200 Dupont St., Bellingham 98225 Seattle Camps at Woodland Park 360-836-0386, info@majesticadventures.net questnorthwest.com

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Bloedel Reserve is a place where kids of all ages can explore the wonders of Nature.

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Bainbridge Island | Timed tickets are required for admission Open Tuesday–Sunday, rain or shine | bloedelreserve.org

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puzzling dilemmas, and swashbuckle with foes. Questers end the program feeling empowered, excited, and full of stories to tell!

Oxbow Summer Farm Camp

Ages 7-11

10819 Carnation-Duvall Road NE, Carnation 98014 425-788-1134, camp@oxbow.org oxbow.org/education/summercamp/

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Tilth Alliance

Summer Farm & Garden Camps

Ages 1-15

Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands 5513 S Cloverdale St., Seattle 98118 Good Shepherd Center 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, #100, Seattle 98103 206-633-0451, youthprograms@tilthalliance.org Tilthalliance.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Villa Ventures Summer Camp

Ages 4-14

5001 NE 50th St., Seattle 98105 206-524-8885, summer@thevilla.org thevilla.org/summer

Located in Laurelhurst just north of Seattle Children’s Hospital, Villa Ventures Summer Camps feature high-quality, engaging outdoor and indoor experiences designed for curious and creative minds, ages 4-14. Explore our 31-acre campus featuring forests and gardens, a state-ofthe-art athletic field, and a historic school building with art studios and science labs.

Wilderness Awareness School

Wilderness Awareness Summer Camp

Ages 6-18

20410 320th Ave. NE, Duvall 98019 (also Issaquah, Seattle, Carnation and Kenmore) 425-788-1301, wasnet@wildernessawareness.org wildernessawareness.org/youth-programs

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

For 40 years, Wilderness Awareness School students have been discovering the wonders of nature, exploring the outdoors and building friendships. Campers work together gaining nature awareness and experiential knowledge of plants, animals, animal tracks, birds and survival skills. Storytelling and engaging activities make learning fun and nurture students’ connection to the earth.

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Learn to fence at Rain City Fencing Center! Half-day and full-day camps for ages 8-16. All equipment provided. Sign up now!

1776 136th Place NE, Bellevue • 425.747.6300 • raincityfencing.com

YMCA of Greater Seattle

Summer Camp and Outdoor Leadership Programs

Ages 3-18

909 4th Ave., Seattle 98104 registration@seattleymca.org seattleymca.org/camp

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

OVERNIGHT

Hidden Valley Camp Summer Camp

Ages 7-16

24314 Hidden Valley Road, Granite Falls 98252 425-330-2974, hiddenvalleycamp@earthlink.net Hvc-wa.com

Hidden Valley Camp is a traditional overnight camp for boys and girls. Activities include horseback riding, swimming, sailing, arts and crafts, hiking, archery, drama and more. HVC offers the opportunity to live in a community setting that helps campers build social skills, gain independence and establish memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. Hidden Valley Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association and has been a tradition in the Northwest since 1947!

SAMBICA

Grades 2-12

4114 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy. SE, Bellevue 98008 425-746-9110, sambica@sambica.com Sambica.com

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Located on the shores of Lake Sammamish, SAMBICA offers ten thrilling weeks of summer camp for kids. Serving as “A Light on the Lake” for more than 100 years, SAMBICA combines the language of play with the vision of inspiring youth to a relationship with Jesus Christ.

URJ Camp Kalsman

Grades 1-11

14724 184th St. NE, Arlington 98223 425-284-4484, campkalsman@urj.org campkalsman.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

At Camp Kalsman, campers unplug and build confidence, independence and connections, surrounded by nature in a joyful Jewish community. On any given day, children can challenge themselves on a high ropes course, canoe on a lake, play basketball, feed a goat, create a mosaic, cook over a campfire and sing with friends under the stars. We strive to make each camper’s experience nurturing and fulfilling, and we do so by making sure that every child feels welcomed and supported by our super-star staff.

Wilderness Awareness School

Wilderness Awareness Summer Camp

Ages 6-18

20410 320th Ave. NE, Duvall 98019

(also Issaquah, Seattle, Carnation and Kenmore) 425-788-1301, wasnet@wildernessawareness.org wildernessawareness.org/youth-programs

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

For 40 years, Wilderness Awareness School students have been discovering the

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Foundation Grades 2-8 Middle School Grades 6-9 901 Lenora St, Seattle www.morningsideacademy.org Morningside Academy FULL YEAR & SUMMER SCHOOL 15201 Meridian Avenue N, Shoreline 98133 | 206-364-2650 | www.evergreenschool.org SUMMERTIME FUN! June 26 –August 18 Preschool—8th grade Learning & Enrichment Outdoor Education Performing Arts Fine Arts

Day Camps Find registration information online: www.evergreenschool.org

Sports

wonders of nature, exploring the outdoors and building friendships. Campers work together gaining nature awareness and experiential knowledge of plants, animals, animal tracks, birds and survival skills. Storytelling and engaging activities make learning fun and nurture students’ connection to the earth.

YMCA of Greater Seattle Summer Camp and Outdoor Leadership Programs

Ages 3-18

909 4th Ave., Seattle 98104 registration@seattleymca.org seattleymca.org/camp

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

PERFORMING ARTS

American Dance Institute

Summer Dance Camps

Ages 5-19

8001 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle 98103 2410 32nd Ave W, Seattle 98199

7500 25th Ave NE, Seattle 98115 1240 NE 175th St. Shoreline 98155 206-783-0755 adiseattle@americandanceinstitute.com Americandanceinstitute.com

Week-long camps include half- and full-day offerings – Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern Dance, Hip-Hop, Flamenco and Irish Dance – at four convenient locations in Greenwood, Magnolia, Shoreline and Wedgwood.

Annie Wright Schools

Grades 1-6

827 N Tacoma Ave., Tacoma 98403 253-272-2216, communications@aw.org aw.org/summer

Creative Dance Center

Summer Camps and Classes

All ages 12577 Densmore Ave. N, Seattle 98133 206-363-7281, info@creativedance.org

Creativedance.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer at CDC includes classes for all ages and multi-arts dance camps. Classes include Nurturing Baby, Family Dance, Caregiver-Child, Creative Dance, Hip Hop, Ballet and Modern. Summer Camps for ages 4-13 include Ballet Stories, Musical Theatre (Matilda and Finding Nemo, JR.), Stories in Motion, Lyrical Dance, and Art in Motion. Our Teen Intensive, for ages 13 and older, provides an opportunity for creative growth this summer.

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SeattleWaterfront.org E XP L O R E E AT P L AY SH O P Enj o y a d a y a t t h e Get up to 2 hours free parking in Pike Garage with purchase on water front

Drama Kids Summer Camp

Ages 6-17

Carco Theatre

1717 Maple Valley Hwy., Renton 98057

Overlake Park Presbyterian Church

1836 156th Ave NE, Bellevue 98007 425-654-0699

dramakidsinternational.wa3@gmail.com dramakids.com/WA1

This summer Drama Kids is offering a variety of imaginative and creative camps for students ranging in age from 6 to 17 years. Be prepared for new imaginative, creative, fun, and highly developmental learning experiences, taught by highly qualified and specially trained teachers. Camp themes range from Hollywood and Broadway to Pirates and Astronauts, with full- and half-day options.

Edmonds Center for the Arts

Ages 7-16

410 4th Avenue North, Edmonds 98020 425-274-9595, boxoffice@ec4arts.org Ec4arts.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The Evergreen School Summer Program

Ages 3-14, Grades PS-8

15201 Meridian Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-957-1594 summerprogram@evergreenschool.org evergreenschool.org/summer-program/ overview

Illumination Learning Studio

Grades Preschool-5

7720 Greenwood Ave. N, Seattle 5501 8th Ave NW, Seattle 206-900-7452, info@ilskids.com ilskids.com

Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

2023 Summer Camp Programs

Ages 7-18

325 5th Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-770-2700, education@mopop.org mopop.org/camps

MoPOP’s summer camps celebrate pop culture’s ability to foster critical thinking, creativity, and innovation. Led by professional teaching artists, students will take to the stage and become a rockstar, create wigs, costumes, and more for a drag-tastic showcase, or use science and engineering

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SummerDirectory

to turn fiction into fact. Early bird pricing through May 31st, scholarships, installment plans and member discounts are available.

The Northwest School Summer Camp

Ages 10-16

1415 Summit Ave., Seattle 98122 206-816-6070 northwestschool.org/summer

Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps - Seattle

Ages 10-18

University of Washington 800-319-0884, info@playbyplaycamps.com playbyplaycamps.com

We’re back for our second year in Seattle at the University of Washington! Campers will practice all aspects of sports broadcasting including sports talk radio, sideline reporting, anchoring, podcasting and more. Live out your sportscasting dream as you host your own shows, meet top sportscasters & athletes, tour stadiums, attend a major/minor league baseball game and make friendships that’ll last a lifetime.

PopRox Dance Studio

Ages 5-11

4571 11th Ave NE. Seattle, WA 98105 206-902-7688, hello@poproxdance.com poproxdance.com

Spend a week celebrating and exploring dance, creating arts & crafts, all while making friends! Campers will learn dance routines, develop their coordination, creativity and memory. There will be opportunities to play games, practice their own dance moves, engage in art projects and celebrate their bodies all week. Campers will show off their dance routines for parents at the end of the week. No experience necessary, all are welcome.

Seattle Girls Choir

Summer Music Day Camp

Grades 2-6

North Capitol Hill 206-526-1900, info@seattlegirlschoir.org www.seattlegirlschoir.org

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Seattle Girls Choir offers a Summer Music Day Camp designed for girls who love singing! Campers will build choral skills, explore sound and rhythm with various instruments, dance and find new reasons to love making music with new friends. Best of all, no experience is necessary.

Seattle Shakespeare Company

Camp Bill Summer Camp

Grades 3-12

Camp Locations: Woodland Park, Columbia Park, and Luther Burbank Park 206-733-8228, education@seattleshakespeare.org seattleshakespeare.org/camp-bill/

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Spend your summer with Shakespeare in the Park! Choose from four offerings: for grades 3-6, a one-week whimsical Fantasy & Fae camp; for grades 6-12, a one-week Bottled Bard presentation of The Tempest, a one-week Battles and Brawls; or a three-week production of Much Ado About Nothing. We’ve got a theater camp for almost every age and level.

Stone Soup Theatre

SummerStage

Ages 5-17

Meridian Playground, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Seattle 98103

Jefferson Park, 3801 Beacon Ave. S, Seattle 98108 206-388-9212, education@stonesouptheatre.org stonesouptheatre.org

Early nurturing of drama skills can create a lifetime of confidence and is proven to improve reading skills. Join us this summer at our two outdoor parks in north Seattle and south Seattle (Meridian Playground and Jefferson Park). Weekly camps run from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday with before- and after-care available. Choose from these exciting Summer Camps: Encanto, Elephant and Piggie, Hamilton, Percy Jackson, Wizard of Oz, and many more. All programs culminate in a Friday performance.

RSM is an award-winning, afterschool math enrichment program. We use the rigorous study of mathematics as a vehicle to develop our students’ math fluency, intellect, and character, empowering them for life. Students can choose from a variety of K-12 courses that will be taught during our 6 week summer session.

June 26th – August 4th

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In-person and Online Courses are Available Summer Classes Now Enrolling! Redmond (425) 616-3511 Factoria (425) 230-6452 Bellevue (425) 518-6114 3 Locations in WA MathSchool.com ADVANCE IN MATH this Summer

Studio East Training for the Performing Arts

Grades PreK-12

348 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland 98033

425-820-1800, info@studio-east.org studio-east.org

Studio East Summer Theater Camps have the most varied, fun programming, the most knowledgeable Instructors, and the most experienced support staff you could need. Whether you have a 4-year-old or a high school senior, there’s a camp to delight. Pokémon and PAW Patrol? Check. Wizarding school and Sherlock Holmes? Check. Teen musicals, tech workshops, and comedy camps? Check, check, check.

Summit Dance Co.

Ages 2-18

22500 NE Marketplace Drive, Suite 100, Redmond 98053 425-549-3434, staff@summitdanceco.com summitdanceco.com

Summit Dance Co. welcomes students of all backgrounds, shapes and sizes, from first steps to high school graduation.This is a studio where creativity, individuality and self-expression is encouraged. Summit is a community of teachers, students and families who are passionate about so much more than just dance!

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Samena Swim & Recreation Club

Ages 3-16

15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue 98007 425-746-1160, info@samena.com

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Kids stay active and engaged all summer long at Samena camps, including Preschool Camp, Swim & Tennis Camp, Vanapalooza, Field Trips, Junior Counselors, Junior Lifeguard Camp, Swimming Every Day and much more.

Sammamish Montessori School

Montessori Classes, Discovery Camps and STEAM

Ages 3-8

7655 178th Pl. NE, Redmond 98052 425-883-3271, info@sammamishmontessori.com

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Stroum Jewish Community Center

Summer J Camp

Grades PreK-10

3801 E. Mercer Way, Mercer Island 98040 206-232-7117, johns@sjcc.org sjcc.org/j-camp

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summer J Camp returns in 2023 from June 26-August 25. With more than 50 camps to choose from, you can build your own experience with Summer J Camp. From Core Camps to Specialty Camps, you can create a summer schedule that

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RELIGIOUS SAMBICA

Grades 2-12

4114 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy. SE, Bellevue 98008 425-746-9110, sambica@sambica.com Sambica.com

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

URJ Camp Kalsman

Grades 1-11

14724 184th St. NE, Arlington 98223 425-284-4484, campkalsman@urj.org campkalsman.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

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Beach Camp at Sunset Bay

Ages 8-15

14725 Norma Beach Road, Edmonds 98026 206-324-6715, sunsetbay@sunsetbaywharf.com sunsetbaywharf.com

Camp Galileo

Grades K-10

Seattle Madison Valley: The Bush School 3400 E Harrison St. Seattle 98112 1-800-854-3684, info@galileo-camps.com galileo-camps.com

Camp Invention

Grades K-6

800-968-4332, campinvention@invent.org invent.org/local

Spark your child’s creativity and confidence with our new Camp Invention® program, Wonder! Children in grades K-6 will team up and take on fun, hands-on STEM challenges. They’ll build their own mini skate park, turn a robot into a stuffie and more. Visit invent. org/local to secure your spot. Use promo code SUM25 by 3/30 to save $25.

Charles Wright Academy

Grades 1-8

7723 Chambers Creek Road West, Tacoma 98467 253-620-8373, admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org

Chess4Life

Ages 5-15

Online Nationwide 425-283-0549, kids@Chess4Life.com

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Give your child the opportunity to build a growth mindset while having fun. Chess4Life

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curriculum teaches critical thinking, patience and focus while learning chess. Join in live, interactive online chess classes, camps and tournaments hosted daily and weekly. Our small team of experienced coaches is dedicated to individual progress tracking, boosting confidence and encouraging positive life skills. We welcome beginning through advanced players.

CodeWizardsHQ

Virtual Summer Camps and Classes

Ages 8-18

Virtual 800-213-2417, school@codewizardshq.com codewizardshq.com/

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CodeWizardsHQ offers the most fun (and effective!) coding camps and classes for ages 8-18. Hands-on interactive learning and highly rated instructors provide an experience students love. Minecraft and Roblox-themed coding camps are perfect for gamers interested in coding. Three-week accelerated classes allow students to complete three full courses in one summer!

Coding with Kids

Ages 5-18

PO Box 5025, Bellevue 98009 info@codingwithkids.com codingwithkids.com

Join Coding with Kids this summer for the most fun, educational, and engaging STEM camps! Designed for children of all skill levels from ages 5 to 18. Choose from Python Programming, Scratch Game Development, Minecraft Modding, Roblox Adventure Games, Little Coders, Robotics, and much more! Our half-day camps are available for AM & PM sessions or combine for a full-day camp.

Destination Science Day Camp

Ages 5-11

Multiple King County locations 1-888-909-2822, info@destinationscience.org destinationscience.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The Fun Science Day Camp for Curious Kids! Become a robot engineer, explore coaster science, create a biobot and join the DS space force this summer. Over 15 STEM activities and make & take projects, three science stations per day, plus games, challenges, silly songs and all the friendship & fun of camp! Early Bird & Multi-week Savings!

DigiPen Institute of Technology

Open World Summer Workshops

Ages 5-18

9931 Willows Road NE, Redmond 98052 425-629-5046, openworld@digipen.edu

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Open World by DigiPen offers K-12 summer workshops in STEAM that focus on the fun, hands-on aspects of game design, coding, art and animation, music and sound design, robotics, and more. Every workshop includes a special visit by an engaging, creative guest from the industry. Our daily drop-off/pick-up workshops are conveniently running in both Redmond and Bothell this year.

WRITTEN BY SEATTLE MOM and author Chelsey Glasson, Black Box is a cautionary tale about pregnancy discrimination and a call to action.

Glasson shares her path from feeling like a grateful and proud tech worker, to spending her breaks crying as a vulnerable outcast, to ﬁling a lawsuit against one of the world’s biggest tech giants. Readers will walk away with a better understanding of how to navigate workplace discrimination and harassment and the changes that need to happen to make the path to holding employers accountable more accessible.

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Edmonds Center for the Arts

Ages 7-16

410 4th Avenue North, Edmonds 98020 425-274-9595, boxoffice@ec4arts.org Ec4arts.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Girls Rock Math Summer Program

Grades 1-8

3201 E. Republican St., Seattle 98112 206-408-8078, camp@girlsrockmath.org girlsrockmath.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Girls Rock Math is an arts-based math camp focused on empowering girls in STEAM subjects. Our hands-on themes capture the imagination, ignite deeper mathematical thinking and help campers feel confident in their capabilities. As part of a community where “Girl Power’’ rules, our campers develop leadership skills, make friends, take on challenges and learn together in a meaningful way. In addition to camps for grades 1- 6, Girls Rock Math offers middle school leadership camps for grades 7-8 and a Teen Leadership Program for grades 9-12.

KidsQuest Children’s Museum

KidsQuest Summer Camp

Ages 4-10

1116 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98004 425-637-8100, education@kidsquestmuseum.org kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/ summer-camp/

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

The Northwest School Summer Camp

Ages 10-16

1415 Summit Ave., Seattle 98122 206-816-6070 northwestschool.org/summer

Outer Space Seattle

Ages 5-12

2820 Alki Ave. SW, #2, Seattle 98116 206-397-4591, info@outerspaceseattle.com outerspaceseattle.com

Join us for 8 weeks of full-day summer camp. Your kids will play on our custom-built indoor playground, create art,

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Russian School of Mathematics

Grades K-12

Locations in Bellevue, Factoria and Redmond 425-616-3511

bellevue@russianschool.com

redmond@russianschool.com

factoria@russianschool.com Mathschool.com

Sammamish Montessori School

Montessori Classes, Discovery Camps and STEAM

Ages 3-8

7655 178th Pl. NE, Redmond 98052 425-883-3271, info@sammamishmontessori.com

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Steamoji Redmond

Ages 5-12

16630 Redmond Way, Suite 110, Redmond 98052 425-242-0350, Redmond@Steamoji.com

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Steamoji offers science and STEAM education with a maker mindset, introducing kids to fabrication, physical computing, engineering, digital arts, coding, and applied design. Steamoji’s summer day camps fold science into fun, engaging projects, such as building catapults to topple opponents’ towers and designing working light features for their room.

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City of Redmond Parks & Recreation

Ages 4-18

15670 NE 85th St., Redmond 98073 425-556-2300, guestservices@redmond.gov redmond.gov/register

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Edmonds Center for the Arts

Ages 7-16

410 4th Avenue North, Edmonds 98020 425-274-9595, boxoffice@ec4arts.org Ec4arts.org

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Hamlin Robinson School

Grades 1-8

1701 20th Ave. S, Seattle 98144 206-763-1167, info@hamlinrobinson.org hamlinrobinson.org/summeracademy

KidsQuest Children’s Museum

KidsQuest Summer Camp

Ages 4-10

1116 108th Ave. NE, Bellevue 98004 425-637-8100, education@kidsquestmuseum.org kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/summer-camp/

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With children’s health, education and

growth top-of-mind, KidsQuest is thrilled to offer a variety of summer camps in 2023. KidsQuest camps offer hands-on fun and learning through science experiments, artistic exploration, and collaboration. Check out our in-person programming, featuring photography, physics, kitchen science, and more. We will also be offering virtual summer camp opportunities and will ship materials right to your doorstep for a screen-free summer!

The Northwest School Summer Camp

Ages 10-16

1415 Summit Ave., Seattle 98122 206-816-6070 northwestschool.org/summer

Pacific Science Center

Camps for Curious Minds

Grades PreK-8

200 2nd Ave. N, Seattle 98109 206-443-2925, edprograms@pacsci.org pacificsciencecenter.org/camps

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

PacSci’s award-winning summer camps offer exciting opportunities for exploration and experimentation. There are in-person sessions at six locations: Pacific Science Center; Mercer Slough in Bellevue; Explorer West Middle

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School in West Seattle; St. Thomas Middle School in Medina; Kirkland Seventh-Day Adventist School and Salish Sea Elementary in South Seattle’s Othello Square. Girls-focused and sensory-friendly options are available.

Stone Soup Theatre

SummerStage

Ages 5-17

Meridian Playground

4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Seattle 98103 Jefferson Park

3801 Beacon Ave. S, Seattle 98108 206-388-9212, education@stonesouptheatre.org stonesouptheatre.org

Tilth Alliance

Summer Farm & Garden Camps

Ages 1-15

Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands

5513 S Cloverdale St., Seattle 98118

Good Shepherd Center

4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, #100, Seattle 98103 206-633-0451, youthprograms@tilthalliance.org Tilthalliance.org

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At Tilth Alliance’s Summer Farm & Garden

Camps, kids spend summer days outdoors being urban farmers and gardeners, discovering where food comes from and learning about the natural world. Summer camp is also a time to have fun adventures exploring our gardens and farm, engaging in science investigations, making art, singing songs and cooking up delicious dishes.

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Annie Wright Schools

Grades 1-6

827 N Tacoma Ave., Tacoma 98403 253-272-2216, communications@aw.org aw.org/summer

BASIS Independent Bellevue

Ages 6-14

15749 NE 4th St., Bellevue 98008 425-749-3006 blv.summercamp@basisindependent.com basisindependent.com/blv.summer

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Come explore at KidsQuest Children’s Museum!

Summer Camps: Online registration opens March 13.

KidsQuest Summer Nights: Explore the Museum after-hours on Fridays and Saturdays with special guests and activities. Starting Friday, July 7.

At the Museum: Spark imagination with STEAM-based activities that infuse camp vibes. Register to play!

Charles Wright Academy

Grades 1-8

7723 Chambers Creek Road West, Tacoma 98467 253-620-8373, admissions@charleswright.org charleswright.org

Eastside Catholic School

EC Summer Camps

Grades K-12

232 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish 98074 425-295-3000, landerson@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org/summer

The Evergreen School

Summer Program

Ages 3-14, Grades PS-8 15201 Meridian Ave. N, Shoreline 98133 206-957-1594, summerprogram@evergreenschool.org

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Visit the Museum to discover the possibilities! Exhibits include: • 2.5 story climber • Hands-on water exploration • A real semi-truck cab

natural environment, fosters artistic abilities and provides many opportunities for healthy recreation and socialization. We offer sports camps, fine arts classes, performing arts classes, outdoor recreation, day camps and more. Our class/camp sizes remain small and offer personal attention and greater focus on student health and safety. Join us this summer!

Kennedy Catholic High School

Grades 3- 9

140 S. 140th St., Burien 98168 206-246-0500, info@kennedyhs.org kennedyhs.org/summerlife

Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps - Seattle

Ages 10-18

University of Washington 800-319-0884, info@playbyplaycamps.com playbyplaycamps.com

PopRox Dance Studio

Ages 5-11

4571 11th Ave NE. Seattle, WA 98105 206-902-7688, hello@poproxdance.com poproxdance.com

Pump It Up

Ages 5-12

11605 NE 116th St., Kirkland 98034 18027 Highway 99, Suite J, Lynnwood 98037 425-774-2297, manager@pumpitupwa.com pumpitupparty.com

Our camps offer active play and creative thinking to build healthy bodies and minds. Camps are for kids 5 to 12, and are held from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday from the end of June through August. $175 per week, with discounts for siblings and extra weeks.

Rain City Fencing Center

Summer Fencing Camps

Ages 8-14

1776 136th Pl. NE, Bellevue 98005 425-747-6300, info@raincityfencing.com raincityfencing.com

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opponent without getting hit yourself? It takes fast thinking, dynamic footwork and a good strategy. The Olympic sport of fencing is safe, exciting and fun. We offer half- and full-day summer camps in July and August. All fencing equipment is provided. Think. Fast. Fencing!

Samena Swim & Recreation Club

Ages 3-16

15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue 98007 425-746-1160, info@samena.com

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Seattle Dance Fitness

Ages toddler-adult

1501 N. 200th St., Warehouse A. Shoreline 98133 206-354-7019, jessica@seattledancefitness.com Seattledancefitness.com

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At Seattle Dance Fitness it is our mission to help kids and adults find joy in simply MOVING their bodies for fitness and for FUN in a friendly and encouraging environment. We offer Dance & Fitness Classes for all levels and ages, as well as themed Summer Camps for elementary school kids, focused on movement and creativity through dance and arts and crafts.

Steve & Kate’s Camp

Ages 4-12

Locations in Capitol Hill, Meadowbrook and Bellevue steveandkatescamp.com

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE

Summit Dance Co.

Ages 2-18

22500 NE Marketplace Drive, Suite 100, Redmond 98053 425-549-3434, staff@summitdanceco.com summitdanceco.com

SwimGuru

6 months-adult

Seattle, Lynnwood, Mukilteo and Bellevue 206-200-9449, support@swim.guru swim.guru

SwimGuru is Seattle’s most effective swim and water safety school. Our experienced instructors receive months of extensive in-water training and classroom work before they coach on their own. We believe private lessons are the best choice for beginners, they yield the best results. We teach all clients high-level problem solving skills, necessary to save their own life in the water.

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online Directory: seattleschild.com/directories Index The Alliance Française de Seattle 11 American Dance Institute 26 Annie Wright Schools 12, 26, 36 AoPS Academy Bellevue ..................................... 5 BASIS Independent Bellevue 12, 36 Beach Camp at Sunset Bay ....................... 23, 30 Bellevue Children’s Academy 5 Bloedel Reserve 10 Boys & Girls Club of Bellevue 12 Camp Galileo 12, 30 Camp Invention ................................................. 30 Charles Wright Academy 7, 12, 23, 30, 36 Chess4Life ....................................................... 5, 30 City of Redmon Parks & Recreation 14, 35 CodeWizardsHQ 31 Coding with Kids 31 College Coach Kate 5 Creative Dance Center 26 Crossroads Bellevue 10 Debate Camp .......................................................... 5 Destination Science Day Camp 31 DigiPen Institute of Technology 31 Drama Kids Summer Camp 27 Eastside Catholic School 5, 8, 36 Edmonds Center for the Arts 11, 27, 32, 35 The Evergreen School 8, 14, 23, 27, 36 Experience Anacortes ........................................ 11 Gage Academy of Art 8 Girls Rock Math.............................................. 8, 32 Hamlin Robinson School 6, 35 Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve 11 Hidden Valley Camp...........................................25 Hugo House 6, 9 Illumination Learning Studio 9, 27 Kennedy Catholic High School 6, 9, 37 KidsQuest Children’s Museum 9, 14, 32, 35 Lasting Adventures 23 Launch 11, 14 Majestic Adventures ......................................... 23 Mercer Education Summer Camps 6 Morningside Academy 6 Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) 27 Neo Art School 9 The Northwest School Summer Camp ................................... 15, 28, 32, 35 Outer Space Seattle 32 Oxbow Summer Farm Camp 7, 24 Pacific Science Center 34, 35 Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps - Seattle 28, 37 PopRox Dance Studio 28, 37 Pump It Up 37 Rain City Fencing Center 37 Red Gate Farm 7 Rock Solid Science 34 Russian School of Mathematics ................. 7, 34 Samena Swim & Recreation Club 29, 38 SAMBICA ........................................................ 25, 30 Sammamish Montessori School 15, 29, 34 School for Creative Arts: Cornish College 7, 9 Seattle Art Museum ............................................ 9 Seattle Dance Fitness 38 Seattle Girls Choir 28 Seattle Historic Waterfront Association 11 Seattle Shakespeare Company 28 Spruce Street School .................................... 10, 15 Steamoji Redmond 35 Steve & Kate’s Camp .............................. 10, 15, 38 Stone Soup Theatre 28, 36 Stroum Jewish Community Center 15, 29 Studio East Training for the Performing Arts ................................................. 29 Summit Dance Co. 29, 38 SwimGuru............................................................ 38 Tilth Alliance 7, 10, 24, 36 URJ Camp Kalsman 25, 30 Villa Ventures Summer Camp 15, 24 Visit Lake Chelan 11 Wilderness Awareness School ................ 24, 25 YMCA of Greater Seattle 15, 25, 26

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