Summer Programs 2023

Weekly Schedule

Week 1 (6/20-6/23) Week 2 (6/26-30) Week 3 (7/5-7/7) Week 4 (7/10-7/14) Week 5 (7/17-7/21) Week 6 (7/24-7/28)

Magic of Math ACT/SAT Hybrid Prep

Scientist in Training Fun with Phonics

Science Palooza, 1/2 day p.m.

Art Safari Art.chitects

Reading to Succeed Bulldog Boost into 1st Grade Bulldog Boost into 1st Grade

Science Palooza Electrifying Electronics, 1/2 day a.m. Habits of Learning!

L.S.Study Skills & Keyboarding Enchanted Engineering

Python Programers, 1/2 day a.m.

Python Programers, 1/2 day p.m.

Academy’s Got Talent Academy’s Got Talent Dance Through the Decades

Dance Around the World Listen to Your Art! Art Lab Crafts for Kids Listen to Your Art!

Literature to Life (weeks 1 & 2)

Basketball, Boys Cheerleading Junior Sports Baseball Lacrosse, Boys, 1/2 day a.m. Junior Sports for Girls

Bike Flag Football Wrestling, Bulldog

Girls with Sticks Head, Shoulder, Knees, Toes Lacrosse, Boys, 1/2 day a.m.

Learn to Play/Basketball & Tennis Junior Sports Junior Sports, 1/2 day p.m. Soccer, Bulldog Soccer, Bulldog

Sports in the Sand Karate, 1/2 day a.m.

Wellness Week for Girls

Chess & 3D Printing Fairytale Princess

Junior Sports Plus, 1/2 day a.m. Karate, 1/2 day a.m.

Karate, 1/2 day a.m.

Brick Bonanza Around the World in 5 Days Brick Bonanza

Extreme Animals Ninja Warrior Come Grow with Me Hero Camp Hampton Rds. Junior Adventures

Great Volcano Experiment Hampton Rds. Adventures

Madden Camp YouTube® ContentCreator,1/2daya.m.

YouTube® ContentCreator,1/2day p.m.

Creative Builders Dungeons & Dragons, 1/2 day p.m. Hogwarts

Hobbits Rainforest Explorations Secret Agent

Roblox® Makers, 1/2 day a.m. Time Travels in a Treehouse

Roblox® Makers, 1/2 day p.m.

Survival Skills

Warhammer – Veteran Time Travels in a Treehouse

Warhammer – Recuits YouTube® FX Masters, 1/2 day a.m. You Tube® FX Masters, 1/2 day p.m.

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Welcome to Summer at the Academy 2023!

Whether your interest is sports, academics, arts, technology, or a little bit of everything in our Academy Day Camps, at Summer at the Academy we are committed to providing a summer filled with fun and adventures! Our high-quality camps are led by talented and enthusiastic teachers and coaches who are passionate about what they do! Located on the beautiful 70-acre campus of Norfolk Academy, Summer at the Academy promises to provide a positive and rewarding day camp experience for your child.

A FEW CAMP HIGHLIGHTS:

□ Free Bus Service

□ Free Lunch included in all camps

□ Swim time offered in most programs

□ Before and Aftercare available

□ Field trips in many camps

□ Before and After Camp Swim Academy sessions

□ New friends and memories for a lifetime!

Register online at www.norfolkacademy.org/summer.

Summer at the Academy OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

As the Director of Summer at the Academy, I have the privilege of working with some of the most talented teachers and coaches in our area. These educators provide a summer filled not only with fun, but they inspire our campers mentally, physically, and socially! It has been an amazing experience to work in an environment where creativity and passion are the driving forces to provide our campers a summer they will not soon forget!

Anita Pozin, Director of Summer at the Academy apozin@norfolkacademy.org

| 757-461-1787

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

▶ Program Information............ Pgs. 4-5

▶ Transportation & Bus Routes..................... Pgs. 6-7

▶ Pick-up & Drop-off................ Pg. 8

▶ Swim Academy......................Pg. 8

▶ Before Care/After Care......... Pgs. 9-10

▶ FAQ’s.................................... Pg. 11

▶ Camp Calendar by Week.......Pgs. 12-17

Week One.......... Pg. 12

Week Two........... Pg. 13

Week Three........ Pg. 14

Week Four.......... Pg. 15

Week Five........... Pg. 16

Week Six............. Pg. 17

▶ Half-day Camps.....................Pgs. 18-19

▶ Academy Day Camps............Pg. 20

▶ Academic Camps.................. Pgs. 21-23

▶ Fine Arts & Drama Camps.....Pgs. 24-25

▶ Sports Camps......................... Pgs. 26-29

▶ Specialty Themed Camps..... Pgs. 30-35

▶ Campus Map.........................Pgs. 36

Program Information

AGES:

Summer at the Academy

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

TELEPHONE: (757)461–1787

EMAIL: apozin@norfolkacademy.org

DIRECTOR: Anita Pozin

SUMMER PROGRAMS 2023: JUNE 20 – JULY 28

Week 1: June 20 – 23

*Closed Monday, June 19

Week 2: June 26 – 30

Week 3: July 5 – 7

*Closed Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4

Week 4: July 10 – 14

Week 5: July 17 – 21

Week 6: July 24 – 28

Please note: registrations will not be accepted over the weekend prior to a session starting.

CAMP HOURS:

Full-day camp: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Half-day morning camp: 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

Half-day afternoon camp: 11:45 to 3:00 p.m.

More information on half-day camps can be found on pages 18-19.

Please see camp descriptions for grade level requirements. Our youngest campers must be at least 5 years old by September 1, 2023, in accordance with Virginia state licensing requirements.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Birth Certificate and Physical

BIRTH CERTIFICATE: IS required if

□ Child’s first time attending Summer at the Academy.

□ Child is not a current Norfolk Academy student.

▶ Can be emailed to: summer@norfolkacademy.org

▶ Is due by June 1, 2023

Failure to submit birth certificate could result in forfeiture to attend camp.

BIRTH CERTIFICATE: IS NOT required if

□ Child has previously attended Summer at the Academy.

□ Child attended Norfolk Academy for the 2022-2023 school year.

New incoming Bulldogs: If you have already submitted to Admissions, please email Anita Pozin at apozin@norfolkacademy.org to confirm.

PHYSICAL: IS required if:

□ Child is not a current Norfolk Academy student. (Did not attend Norfolk Academy for the 2022-2023 school year.)

PHYSICAL: IS NOT required if:

□ Child attended Norfolk Academy for the 2022-2023 school year.

New incoming Bulldogs: If you have already uploaded to Magnus, please email Anita Pozin at apozin@norfolkacademy.org to confirm.

▶ Physicals must include immunization page and be less than 365 days old.

▶ Can be emailed to: summer@norfolkacademy.org

▶ Form (State of Virginia: MCH-213G) can be found on our website.

▶ Is due by June 1, 2023

Failure to submit physical could result in forfeiture to attend camp.

MEDICAL:

We have a registered nurse on campus from 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

▶ Medications needed during camp must be brought to the clinic in their original containers.

▶ Must be brought to the clinic by a parent or guardian.

▶ Must be accompanied by documentation signed by a physician, indicating administration and dosage.

REGISTRATION & FEES:

▶ Registrations are accepted MondayThursday.

▶ Registrations are NOT accepted Friday-Sunday prior to a session starting.

▶ Applications must be completed online: www.norfolkacademy.org/summer and click the “Register Now” button. Registration is managed through our online registration system, Campwise.

▶ $100 deposit per camp is due at the time of registration.

▶ Payment plans will be set up in equal payments to be fully paid by June 1st, 2023, and charged automatically to the credit card on file.

▶ If registering after June 1st, camp registrations must be paid in full. Campers with an outstanding balance will not be permitted to participate in Summer at the Academy. Visa, American Express, MasterCard, and Discover are accepted.

REFUND POLICY:

▶ A refund will not be given unless requested in writing two weeks prior to the opening date of the session(s) for which your camper is enrolled.

▶ No refund will be given for a camper dismissed due to disciplinary action.

▶ Camp fees will not be prorated for illness or other reasons camper is unable to attend the full week(s).

▶ Cancellations before June 1st, 50% of the per camp deposit is non-refundable.

▶ Cancellations after June 1st, 100% of the per camp deposit is non-refundable.

▶ All camps and course offerings are subject to maximum and minimum enrollments.  Under-enrolled programs may be cancelled.

LUNCH:

▶ Is included in ALL camp registrations.

▶ Campers may bring a bagged lunch or eat a hot lunch in our Refectory.

▶ Lunch service includes an entree, side, dessert, and drink.

▶ We also have a deli bar available and a fruit and yogurt bar.

The Summer lunch menu will be available online June 1, 2023.

SWIMMING:

▶ The Norfolk Academy indoor pool (depth 4' to 13') is used for both swimming lessons and free-swim periods.

▶ Most camps include a swim period so campers should pack a swim suit and towel daily.

▶ The pool staff consists of certified lifeguards and instructors. Lifeguards will review the pool rules at the start of each week.

▶ A swim test will be taken the first day of camp.

CLOTHING:

▶ All clothes and equipment should be labeled with your camper’s name.

▶ Campers must wear athletic shoes for both indoor and outdoor activities. Flip flops, open-toed shoes, Crocs, and other shoes not secured to the feet are NOT permitted.

▶ Each camper will receive one T-shirt with his or her summer registration. Please remember to indicate size preference on the application.

LOST & FOUND:

▶ Norfolk Academy will not be responsible for any items lost while participating in summer camps.

▶ Found items are held a maximum of two weeks before donated.

▶ Follow us on IG@NAHAPPYCAMPER. Found items will be posted weekly.

FIELD TRIPS:

▶ Your online signature on the camp registration form gives your child permission to participate in sponsored field trips and to travel in authorized Norfolk Academy owned or contracted vehicles.

▶ Participation on field trips and riding in camp transportation is a privilege. Please review the bus conduct rules with your child. See page 6 for transportation information and bus rules.

PARENT HANDBOOK:

▶ Parents, visit www.norfolkacademy.org/ summer to download the parent handbook or watch the video for additional tips and guidelines, and for up-to-date information regarding camps.

Camp Transportation & Bus Routes

BUS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE: FREE!

▶ Round-trip bus service is available for full-day campers.

▶ Registration is required.

▶ Bus service is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

▶ Mid-day transportation is not provided.

PLEASE NOTE: All campers under the age of 11 must be met at the bus by an adult. Permission to walk from the bus stop must be submitted in writing for children older than 11.

BUS CONDUCT RULES:

▶ No fighting, swearing, or abusive behavior.

▶ Children must remain seated with seat belts (when available) at all times.

▶ Children must not have any part of their bodies out of the vehicle.

▶ No eating or drinking in the vehicles.

▶ Potentially dangerous actions will not be tolerated.

ROUTE 1: PORTSMOUTH/NORFOLK

ROUTE 2: NORFOLK

ROUTE 3: VIRGINIA BEACH

PLEASE NOTE:

▶ Campers should be at bus stops and out of their cars at least 5 minutes before scheduled times.

▶ P.M. times on all routes may vary 5 minutes before or 10 minutes after scheduled time.

ROUTE 5: VIRGINIA BEACH

4: CHESAPEAKE

TRANSPORTATION CHANGES:

▶ If the parent/guardian needs to change transportation arrangements during a camp session, we require written notice.

▶ You may either send a note to camp with your child or email the Summer at the Academy office: apozin@norfolkacademy.org.

Drop-off & Pick-up

CARPOOL:

Morning Drop Off:

▶ Cars will be unloaded on the curb between 8:35 a.m. and 8:55 a.m.

▶ Please follow all directions given by staff and security on campus.

Afternoon Pick Up (Full day camps):

▶ Afternoon dismissal is done alphabetically

▶ All campers with last name A-L will be in the lanes closest to the bookstore and Johnson Theater. (ODD LANES).

▶ Campers with last names M-Z will be in the lanes closest to Virginia Wesleyan (EVEN LANES).

▶ Campers should be picked up by 3:15 p.m.

▶ Campers remaining after 3:20 p.m. will be supervised in our After Camp Program.

▶ A fee of $18.00 may be charged for supervision.

*Half-day campers please refer to the paragraph regarding half-day camps for your pick up and drop off information located on page 18-19.

SPECIAL PICK-UP DURING CAMP HOURS:

▶ We appreciate advance notification when a parent/guardian wishes to pick up a camper during camp hours.

▶ Any child leaving camp during camp hours must be picked up from the Summer at the Academy office and must be signed out by the parent/guardian.

DASHBOARD CARDS:

Every registered camper will receive a “Dashboard Card”

▶ Place on your vehicle dashboard so it is EASILY VISIBLE to our staff.

▶ Each card is color coded by weekly session and is printed with camper’s last name and camp.

▶ A properly displayed dashboard card is important to a fluid afternoon dismissal, and entry onto campus.

TRANSPORTATION CHANGES:

▶ If the parent/guardian needs to change transportation arrangements during a camp session, we require written notice.

▶ You may either send a note to camp with your child or you may email the Summer at the Academy office: apozin@norfolkacademy.org.

Swimming

SWIM ACADEMY

Grades K-6

BEFORE CAMP: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

AFTER CAMP: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $75/week

Swim Academy and Stroke Development is a 45-minute swimming program offered MondayFriday in two convenient sessions. This program is for beginners and advanced swimmers. We will focus on the basics of floating and water exploration to competitive stroke techniques including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, starts, and turns. Students will be put in groups that best fit their needs. Swim instructors will give in-water instruction and are certified American Red Cross Lifeguards. Lesson plans are based on Norfolk Academy’s Lower School swimming curriculum.

Campers attending Before Camp Swim Academy will need to provide their own transportation, and may be dropped off in the Summer at the Academy office in the Lower School. A light snack and change of clothes is suggested. Upon completion of Before Camp Swim, all campers will be taken to their registered program. If a Swim Academy attendee is not staying for camp, they can be picked up in front of the Lower School at 9:00 a.m.

Campers attending After Camp Swim Academy will be escorted to the pool. Campers can be picked up in front of the Lower School at 4:00 p.m. or can be taken to our supervised aftercare (additional fee).

BEFORE CAMP & AFTER CAMP EXTENDED CARE:

BEFORE CAMP CARE (MORNING):

INFORMATION

▶ This program is a service provided for parents requiring extended care for their children.

▶ We offer quality supervision before camp and after camp hours.

▶ Parents are required to sign their children in and out each day using the Procare Registration System. New users will be directed to create an account.

Before Camp attendees must be registered for either a full-day camp, or a morning camp the same week they are registered to attend Before Camp Care. Our Extended Care staff will take campers to their camp at 9:00 a.m.

Parents are encouraged to send a morning snack with their campers.

AFTER CAMP CARE (AFTERNOON):

AFTER SWIM ACADEMY CARE (AFTERNOON):

After Swim Academy Care is available if your camper is attending Swim Academy following camp. Our Swim Academy staff will take your camper to After Camp Care.

Please see Fee Chart on the following page.

▶ Parents are encouraged to send a morning snack with their campers.

▶ A snack is provided in the afternoon.

After Camp attendees must be registered for either a full-day camp, or an afternoon camp the same week they are registered to attend After Camp Care. Our Extended Care staff will take campers to After Care at afternoon dismissal.

A snack is provided in the afternoon.

Summer at the Academy

OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

DIRECTOR: Anita Pozin |

TELEPHONE: (757)461–1787 |

EMAIL: apozin@norfolkacademy.org

CAMP REGISTRATION: www.norfolkacademy.org/summer

BEFORE & AFTER CAMP EXTENDED CARE 2023 FEE CHART

Summer Programs FAQ’s

▶ Can I register for camp online?

Yes! We only accept online registrations. Please visit www.norfolkacademy.org/summer and click the “register now” button. You will be directed to our online registration system, Campwise. If you have an account, you will complete the box on the left side. If you need to create an account, please follow the directions on the right. ProTip: Add your Campwise login information as a contact in your phone, so it’s always easy to access.

▶ How does the deposit process work?

Before June 1st, each participant must submit a $100 deposit for each camp they register for. (For example: If you’re registering your child for four camps, your deposit would be $100 x 4= $400). Without the $100 deposit, a spot will not be reserved for your child. The deposit will then be applied to the total dues for each camp.

▶ How does the payment plan work?

Once you register, and make the deposit towards camp, you will be contacted with payment plan details. Until the balance is paid in full, monthly payment will be auto charged using a credit card on file. All balances must be paid on or before Thursday, June 1, 2023.

▶ May I still register for camps after June 1st?

Yes, but full camp tuition will be required to reserve your child’s place in camp.

▶ What is your refund policy?

Cancellations before June 1st will result in a 50% forfeiture of the per camp deposit. After June 1st, camp deposits are 100% non-refundable. Refunds will not be given if a camper is dismissed from camp due to disciplinary action. Camp fees are also not prorated for illness or other reasons a camper may not be able to attend camp.

▶ How will I know if a camp my child wants to attend is full? Is there a waiting list? Many camps fill by early Spring. If you are trying to register for a camp that is full, our registration system will notify you and you will be placed on a wait list. No payment is necessary if you are placed on a wait list. If an opening becomes available, you will be contacted to determine if you are still interested in the camp. All wait lists are in chronological order of registration date.

▶ Should I read the “Camp Handbook?” Yes! The handbook was created to provide parents and guardians with necessary information to make Summer at the Academy as stress free as possible. Many questions that may arise can be answered by consulting the handbook first. The website also contains updated information.

▶ My child does not attend Norfolk Academy, can he/she still attend?

Absolutely! In fact, last year over 40% of our campers were not Norfolk Academy students!

▶ What forms do you need for registration? BIRTH CERTIFICATE:

□ If this is the first time your child is attending Summer Programs and is NOT a current Norfolk Academy student (did not attend NA for the 2022-2023 school year), a birth certificate IS required.

□ If you are a current Norfolk Academy student, but never attended Summer Programs, you do NOT need to submit a birth certificate.

□ If you are a new incoming Bulldog for the 2023-2024 school year, and have already submitted to Admissions, please email Anita Pozin at apozin@norfolkacademy.org to confirm.

□ Birth Certificates are due by June 1st.

PHYSICAL:

□ If this is the first time your child is attending Summer Programs and is NOT a current Norfolk Academy student (did not attend NA for the 2022-2023 school year), a physical is required to attend. It must be less than 365 days old and must include the immunization page. NA students who completed the 2022-2023 school year do NOT need to provide a physical.

□ If you are a current Norfolk Academy student (attended the 2022-23 school year), AND this will be your first year attending Summer Programs, you do NOT need to provide a physical.

□ If you are a new incoming Bulldog for the 2023-24 school year and have submitted to the Clinic or to Magnus, please email apozin@norfolkacademy.org to confirm.

□ Physicals are due by June 1st.

Failure to submit birth certificates and/or physicals could result in forfeiture to attend.

▶ What if I want to register my child over the weekend for a camp that begins on Monday? The Summer at the Academy office is closed and does not accept weekend registrations.

▶ Is lunch included with camp tuition?

Lunch is included in all our camps. The Summer menu will be online by June 1st.

▶ Do you offer a bus service? Is there a fee? Bus service is included in registration. Bus routes and times can be found on pages 6-7 or by visiting www.norfolkacademy.org/summer. Please note: These are limited in comparison to our regular school routes.

▶ Do you offer Extended Care?

Yes! We offer both Before Care and After Care. Our Before Care opens at 7:30 a.m., and Aftercare is open until 6:00 p.m. Additional fees apply. Information can be found on pages 9-10.

Week One: June 20-23 | No camp on Monday, June 19

Limited School Bus Transportation is provided at no additional cost and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Week Two: June 26-30

See page 8 for Swim Academy information. After Swim Academy Care is available. Register soon!

Week Three: July 5-7 | No camp on Monday, July 3 or Tuesday. July 4

Register soon!

ALL

WEEK THREE CAMPS ARE FULL-DAY ONLY

Week 1: June 20-23 (no camp June 19)

Week 2: June 26-30

SummerFun!Camp

Week 3: July 5-7 (no camp July 3 or 4)

Week 4: July 10-14

Week 5: July 17-21

Week 6: July 24-28

Make some memories, have some fun!

Week Four: July 10-14

Academic Camps

ALL CAMPS FULL-DAY UNLESS NOTED

Please note: registrations will NOT be accepted over the weekend prior to a session starting.

Week Five: July 17-21

ALL CAMPS FULL-DAY UNLESS NOTED Lunch is included in all our camps. The Summer menu will be online by June 1st.

Week Six: July 24-28

Academic Camps

ALL CAMPS FULL-DAY UNLESS NOTED

Limited School Bus Transportation is provided at no additional cost and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Half-day Camps

WEEK ONE: JUNE 20-23

WEEK TWO: JUNE 26-30

WEEK FOUR:

Half-day Camp Information:

▶ All half-day campers will eat lunch at 11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

▶ Mid-day transportation is NOT available.

▶ Pick-ups and drop-offs will be at the Summer at the Academy office located in front of the Lower School.

▶ Only Academy Morning Half-day Campers have swim.

▶ Before and After Camp Extended Care are available as applicable.

WEEK FIVE: JULY 17-21

WEEK SIX: JULY 10-14

▶ Mid-day transportation is NOT available. ▶

If a camper is attending a morning camp only, parents may pick up at 12:15 p.m. after lunch. ▶

If a camper is attending an afternoon camp only, parents may drop off at 11:45 a.m. for lunch.

Academy Day Camps

Summer at the Academy knows that learning happens when it is experiential, purposeful, and fun! Campers will find all that and more in our Academy Day Camps! A more traditional day camp experience, campers will explore a variety of age-appropriate activities that will engage their interests, pique their curiosity, and maximize fun! Days will be filled with arts and crafts, sports and games, music and movement, splashing in the pool, exploring outside and off campus and so much more, all while celebrating the week’s theme! Academy Day Camps are available in half-day options (morning or afternoon)as well as full-day.

Director: Lindsay Olson, Tabb High School Teacher and Varsity Field Hockey Coach

▶ Half-day: 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $215 (Morning camp includes pool time.)

▶ Half-day: 11:45 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. | $215 (Afternoon camp does not include pool time.)

▶ Full-Day | $350 *Lunch is included in camp registration.

Academy Day Camp Sample Timeline

9:00 a.m. Check-in & Free-Time: Art, Games, Technology

9:30 a.m. Pool-Time: Icebreakers

11:45 a.m. Lunch: Lunch is included in registration or campers can bring lunch from home.

12:30 p.m. Quiet Time: Art, Board Games, Chess, Educational Videos, Reading

1:00 p.m. Indoor & Outdoor Games: Fun Challenges, Trivia

2:00 p.m. Arts & Crafts

July 5-7: No Camp July 3rd or 4th Stars and Stripes!

Cost: $210 full-day

You guessed it! It’s all Red, White and Blue this week as we celebrate the 247th birthday of our great land! This will be the best Fourth of July picnic ever! Everything from water balloons and bubbles to stars and stripes! Camp attire will be patriotic every day, and of course there will be both birthday cake and some history lessons as we wish the United States a very happy 247th!

*Please note, full day camp only.

July 10-14: Museum Madness

Cost: $450 full-day | Grades 3-8

Hampton Roads is full of exciting adventures, and campers will spend this week discovering what our great area has to offer! Each day campers will explore an off campus museum and/or historical site. From learning how our local area helped shape America to discovering works of art, getting to know the creatures that live in our local waters, and everything in between! This week guarantees to be a week of fun, learning, and growth! *Please note, full day camp only.

3:00 p.m. Pick-up

July 24-28: Best of the Best!

Cost: $350 full-day; $215 half-day

This week will be filled with games and activities that campers from earlier weeks liked the best! There will be some new challenges and fun, but as the last week of Summer at the Academy comes to a close, we are going to enjoy all the best of Summer 2023!

These three weeks of Academy Day Camps are guaranteed to be extra fun with creative themes.

Academic Camps

Please register online. www.norfolkacademy.org/summer.

ACT/SAT Combo Prep Course

Cost: $500

Director: Trudeau College Testing Staff

In this combo ACT/SAT program, students will learn how to successfully prepare for both the ACT and SAT tests! We will focus on strengthening your test-taking skills, developing test taking strategies, increasing confidence and speed. A review of content for both ACT/SAT includes basic math, algebra, geometry, data analysis, statistics, and probability. Reading comprehension, grammar, and essay writing will be covered as well. Practice with real, timed ACT and SAT test sections is also an integral part of the course. We will spend the morning focused on the ACT and will switch to SAT work after lunch. Lunch is included! Students are encouraged to eventually take both exams as they are closely aligned. A graphing calculator is required for the course.

Bulldog Boost into First Grade

Cost: $400

Director: Beth Clark, Norfolk Academy Teacher

Welcome to Bulldog Boost for any rising 1st grader. Join us for a week filled with activities, games, and hands-on exploration all dedicated to enhancing your student’s preparation for entering first grade. Students will engage in one-on-one instruction in reading and writing foundations, fine motor-skill building, and number awareness with teachers and counselors. All of this will take place in our play-based, day camp environment. Students will also enjoy a daily swimming session, recess time, and a trip to the canteen. Come Bulldog Boost with us!

Electrifying Electronics Half-Day

Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $250

Director: Robert Call, Ph.D., Norfolk Academy Physics Teacher

Electronic devices are an especially important part of our day-to-day life, but do you know the engineering behind electronics? While engaging in fun and innovative projects, this halfday camp will review the science of electrons! We will design and build electric circuits using transistors, microchips and more. We will study the behavior of these movements and how they are both different and similar in our homes, cars, video games, computers, robots and more! Dr. Call will expand your knowledge in this branch of physics and technology and open your eyes to limitless possibilities with electronics.

Enchanted Engineering (Little Scholars)

Cost: $450

Director: Little Scholars Staff

Once upon a time, our favorite storybook characters found themselves in sticky situations! Through STEAM and Engineering principles, we will save our favorite characters and create an enchanted ending.

Fun with Phonics

Cost: $400

Director: Kimberly Warburton, Norfolk Academy Teacher

Hip, hip, hooray for reading! Fun with phonics is an interactive program designed to explore the relationship between letters and sounds. Children will engage in multisensory activities to learn the proper sounds that all letters make and practice how to write them. This camp is targeted for rising Kindergarten and 1st grade learners. Our learning time will be in the 1st grade classrooms at Norfolk Academy, but there will be plenty of fun in the sun and swimming each day to enjoy the beautiful summer.

Habits of Learning: Success in Middle School!

Cost: $400

Director: Susie Coker, Norfolk Academy Teacher

This course is specially designed for middle school students. Brain-based research will be introduced to students to learn in a more effective, meaningful way. Campers will examine how their dominant learning style is used to make significant connections between understanding a skill’s relevance and application to build both confidence and positive attitudes toward learning. They will practice organizational and time management skills using a computer, active reading, and notetaking techniques, listening and memory skills, test-taking strategies, and other practical tips for studying more efficiently to become an active, proactive learner. Students will leave the course with a binder full of tips, tricks, and information to help them launch successfully into the upcoming school year.

Lower School Study Skills & Keyboarding!

Cost: $400

Director: Phillip Call, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Lower School Assistant Administrator

Take control of your own learning! This oneweek study skills/keyboarding course will enable students to explore and discover their own unique learning styles and preferences to become more efficient learners. Students will learn a variety of study strategies, and skills including organization, communication, time management, test preparation, stress management, and how to create an effective study environment. Keyboarding instruction will take place during a portion of each day and focus on correct finger placement and methods to build speed and accuracy. This course will help students become independent learners and achieve greater success in the classroom by building positive habits that can last a lifetime!

Magic of Math

Cost: $320

Director: Eileen Byler, Beach Day School Teacher; Lydia Smith, Sunnybrook Day School Teacher

Come explore the magic of math! A variety of math games, computer activities, math manipulatives, videos, and math-related edible snacks will be offered each day. On our thrilling magical journey, we will explore money and time; weights and measures; addition and subtraction; geometry; and much more! A math-filled adventure field trip to local businesses will show campers how math helps people make decisions every day.

NEW!

Python Programmers (Black Rocket)

Half-Day

GRADES: 3-5

Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $250

GRADES: 6-8

Half-day 11:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | $250

Director: Black Rocket Instructors

Want to learn about the world’s fastest growing programming language favored by Google®, NASA®, YouTube®, and the CIA? Learn how to code with Python to create engaging apps and games. Each lesson takes you step by step on a programming path that will let you challenge friends with fun content you create from start to finish! Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years.

Reading To Succeed!

Cost: $400

Director: Kimberly Warburton, Norfolk Academy Reading Specialist

Once children break the code for learning how to read, they transition to reading to learn! Join us for a fun-filled week of finding perfect recipes for reading comprehension success! We will dive into the comprehension strategies that will aid each child in becoming a more thoughtful reader. We will practice these strategies in a variety of ways, including using children’s pictures books, creating fun crafts and even a little cooking! Children will also have time to swim and play outside.

Scientist in Training (Little Scholars)

Cost: $320

Director: Little Scholars Staff

Take a dash of engineering and a sprinkle of earth science, toss it together with some fun and games, and you have a STEAM-based program. Scientists will explore the different worlds of science through take home creations.

Science Palooza (Little Scholars)

Half-Day

GRADES: 3-6

June 26-30 | Half-day 11:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | $250

GRADES: Rising K-2

July 10-14 | Full-day camp | $400

Director: Little Scholars Staff

Come discover, experiment, and create as we learn about the colliding worlds of art and science in this STEAM-based class. Create simple machines, dabble in the world of robots, and discover the magic of science. Put on your lab coat and grab your art supplies because this STEAM program will rock your world.

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

-Dr. Seuss

Fine Arts & Drama Camps

Academy’s Got Talent!

Cost: $450

Director: Becky Peterson and Kristen Turrietta, Norfolk Academy teachers

With the expertise and pep that only Mrs. Peterson and Mrs. Turrietta can provide, join us this week and experience two camps in one! There will be an “Arts Showcase” at the end of the week, with a talent show and art show all in one! Tap into your artistic talents on stage and in the art room! Mrs. Peterson will orchestrate and produce the talent show while Mrs. Turrietta will help you produce some magnificent art! Led by your imagination, Mrs. Peterson and Mrs. Turrietta will engage campers to reach their creative potential!

Art.chitects: Engineering and Arts (Little Scholars)

Cost: $450

Director: Little Scholars Staff

In this camp, kids will learn the basics of architecture including drawing, designing, and creating structures and buildings. Design the home of your dreams, discover the inspiration for famous buildings and bridges, or plan a new roller coaster for your favorite theme park. Unleash your inner art-chitect with us this summer.

Art Lab! (Rock It Science)

Cost: $400

Director: Bubbles, Bugs, and Butterflies Staff

This year we are excited to introduce the sibling to Rock-It Science… ART LAB! Science is a highly concrete subject in which students rarely have the opportunity to be creative. By integrating art projects into your science lessons, you can create super cool artwork and learn some super cool science too! Join us as we create beautiful art inspired by volcanoes, insects, dinosaurs, and more!

Art Safari (Little Scholars)

Cost: $320

Director: Little Scholars Staff

We are going to take a safari around the world! Visit a new country each lesson and learn about animals native to that location with a sprinkle of literature, dabble of games, and a whole lot of art. Grab your passport and discover the thrill of the hunt without leaving school!

Crafts for Kids

Cost: $450

Director: Olivia Fox, Norfolk Academy Teacher

Imagine a room full of crayons and colored pencils, glitter and glue, paints and pompoms, beads and baubles! We have just that for your little artist! Using a variety of mediums, we will employ literature as a springboard for our projects, learning safe and proper craft techniques. This crafty camp will provide young campers an avenue to express themselves with different materials to create their own beautiful treasures. Each day will include an outdoor recreational period of supervised games and play

Dance Around the World

Cost: $320

Director: Suzy Gunn, Norfolk Academy Lower School Dance Teacher

This summer we are so excited to dance around the world! Our summer camp for will explore the beauty of how we are different and how much we are the same! We’ll learn new steps from around the globe, dancing our favorite way: TOGETHER!!! Join us as we explore music and dance from around the world, movement games, costume and set crafts, and choreography.

Listen To Your Art!

Cost: $450

GRADES: K-3 | June 26-30

GRADES: K-3 | July 24-28

Director: Kristen Turrietta, Norfolk Academy Art Teacher

Get ready for all things art! Using a variety of media, we will sketch, draw, paint, craft, sculpt…CREATE! After we work through some projects together, campers can take their ideas in their own direction. Our week will end with an exhibit full of surprises!

Literature to Life

Art triviA:

Q: Who created the famous painting, “Starry Night?”

A: Vincent Van Gogh

Q: What are the 3 primary colors?

A: Red, Yellow, & Blue

Dance Through the Decades

Cost: $400

Director: Suzy Gunn, Norfolk Academy Lower School Dance Teacher

Come for a week of time traveling through the decades from the French court of Louis the XIV to the Modern Day! This fun camp focuses on the technique of jazz dance while incorporating dance moves and crazes from decades past! Dancers will increase coordination, rhythm, strength, and flexibility through the use of age-appropriate choreography and music.

Cost: $800

Director: Valerie Thornton, Norfolk Academy Teacher

Award-winning author, Kevin Henkes, will be the featured writer for this summer’s Literature to Life Drama Club as we present, a showcase entitled, “The Works of Kevin Henkes.” Participants in this dynamic program, affectionately known as “Lit to Life,” will share in every facet of producing a play as we bring some of Henkes’s much-loved literature to life. We will work together to develop scenery, props, costumes and, of course, the play itself as we animate these Kevin Henkes books:

Chrysanthemum, Chester’s Way, Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse, and Julius, Baby of the World! (The number of books we do will depend on the number of campers enrolled.) If you love drama but don’t care to take to the stage, there is still a place for you in set and costume design! At the end of the session, we will present our play to parents and our fellow campers. This camp promises to be a show-stopper!

Q: Which 2 colors mixed together make green?

A: Yellow & Blue

Q: What do you call a point with no end?

A: A line

at the Academy

Sports Camps

Baseball

Cost: $400

Director: Tim LaVigne, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Varsity Baseball Coach

Get ready for a week of top-level instruction with Coach LaVigne and his staff of current and former Norfolk Academy players! Camp will begin each morning with a focus on fundamentals, including hitting, pitching, infield, outfield, catching, base running, bunting, cut-offs & relays, rundowns, and sliding. In the afternoon, it’s game time and a chance for campers to put the techniques learned in the morning to the test! Players will need to bring a bat, glove, athletic shoes, and water bottle. Cleats are optional.

Sports Trivia:

Q: How often are the Olympic Games held?

A: Every 4 years.

Q: In basketball, how many steps is a player allowed to take without dribbling the ball?

A: Two steps

Basketball Camp, Boys

Cost $320 Director: Cory Coffer, Princess Anne High School Boys Varsity Coach

Join Princess Anne High School Boys Varsity Coach, Cory Coffer to work and improve your game!

Our technical basketball camp instruction, rigorous drill sequences and guided gamesituational play approach, combined with physical and mental conditioning, helps campers between the ages of 12-16 of any skill level evolve their game to play at their highest potential. Establish and enrich shooting form and technique, ball-handling skills, defensive and offensive concepts and philosophy in a developmental athlete first setting, ideal for every skill-set. Learn dynamic stretching, conditioning, shooting and shot-fake techniques, passing, ball handling, finishing techniques and level up your basketball intelligence.

Bike

Cost: $320

Director: Rich Peccie, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Coach Know how to ride a bike? Comfortable riding without training wheels? Then bring your bike and spend a week having fun and getting some exercise! We will introduce young riders to bicycle safety and teach them skills that will keep them safe while on the road. We will have some challenges and games and take longer rides around campus. With a high counselorto-camper ratio, safety is our main priority, but we’ll be sure to have lots of fun, too. Bring your bike (we’ll keep them secure at camp until the end of the week), a helmet, sunscreen, and a water bottle, and get ready to ride! *Bikes may be dropped off any time prior to the start of camp, including the morning of. Bikes are not permitted on Tranquest buses. Please contact Anita Pozin at apozin@norfolkacademy.org for further details.

Cheerleading

Cost: $400

Director: Stephanie Cress, Norfolk Academy Teacher

G-O-B-U-L-L-D-O-G-S!

Calling all spirited campers to Cheer Camp!

Join Norfolk Academy teacher Stephanie Cress and some fantastic counselors for a funfilled week learning cheers and a short dance routine. Campers will perform what they’ve learned for their parents on the last day of camp at their very own “pep rally.” Get excited for a week filled with fun and spirit!

Girls with Sticks

Cost $400

Director: Emma Johnson, Norfolk Academy Teaching Associate

This camp is great opportunity for girls to be introduced to sports with sticks! Have experience already? Not to fret, there is room for you! This camp will run through basic field hockey and lacrosse skills as well as work on hand eye coordination with a stick. Campers will learn to be comfortable using a field hockey and lacrosse stick as an extension of their body. This will improve skills on the field and in life! We will introduce some basic concepts of movement on the field as well.

Junior Sports Full-Day

GRADES: 1-4

June 26-30 | $400

GRADES: 1-4

July 5-7 | $240

Half-Day

GRADES: 3-5

July 10-14 | Half-day 11:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | $250

Director: Rich Peccie, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Coach

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes

Cost $400

Flag Football

Cost: $400

Director: Michael Cress, Virginia Beach Public School Teacher and Coach

Join us as we take to the field to promote the development of basic football skills in a noncontact environment! We will offer instruction to strengthen skills such as handing off, passing, receiving, running proper pass patterns, and other fundamentals of the game. The daily schedule will emphasize individual drills and skills development during the morning, while the afternoon sessions will focus on applying the learned skills in game settings.

Director: Emma Johnson, Norfolk Academy Teaching Associate

Does your child love to build? Or maybe needs help with the classic game of Simon Says? This camp will focus on fun filled activities to promote the use and strength of fine motor skills at an early age. Campers will use PlayDoh, pencils, bouncy balls and everything in between! We will develop skills that are used in school and in life to encourage building confidence. Many activities will be on an individual basis, however campers will compete in daily challenges to improve their skills and race against time! We will aim to have all campers tying their shoes by the end of the week!

Using Norfolk Academy’s playing fields and air-conditioned gymnasiums, campers will participate in activities such as flag football, basketball, kickball, volleyball, prison ball, dodgeball, capture the flag, wiffleball, and soccer. Our counselors will provide instruction on a variety of athletic activities while emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, and cooperation. We will encourage and promote the enjoyment of sports in a healthy, competitive environment. Remember to wear athletic shoes and come prepared to have fun!

Junior Sports PLUS!

Half-Day

GRADES: 6-8

July 10-14 | Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $250

Director: Rich Peccie, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Coach

Just like it’s brother program, Junior Sports, this camp is just as fun and filled with all the game, but it’s for grades 6-8!

Karate

Half-Day

Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $250

Director: Sensei Andre

Welcome to Genbu Kai Karate of Virginia, where we instruct students in the art of traditional Shito Ryu Karate. Our goal is to develop good character and to become the best version of ourselves. Through our teachings, we instill a good work ethic, positive attitude, a resilient mind and spirit, along with a strong physical body.

Junior Sports for Girls!

Cost: $400

Director: Charlotte Zito, Norfolk Academy teacher

Come play with us! In this warm and caring environment, girls develop their physical skills while practicing good sportsmanship and working together as a team! This weeklong camp will introduce girls to the basics of basketball, cross country, lacrosse, softball, and soccer. We will work on our flexibility with daily yoga and stretching sessions. We will even create “vision boards” to represent our athletic dreams and goals in an artistic form! Junior Sports for Girls emphasizes teamwork and basic skills. Girls will participate in ageappropriate challenges in all the sports offerings. Classroom leadership sessions of “Play BEYOND the Game” help build character and sportsmanship. Campers utilize these lessons while participating in fun games-building a marshmallow tower, working together to escape a “string maze”, and more. Girl athletes of all skill levels are welcome, including beginners or those with a few seasons under their belts!

Lacrosse Camps, Boys Half-Day

GRADES: 6-9

July 17-21 | Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $285

GRADES: 1-5

July 24-28 | Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $285

Director: Ryan Tucker, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Varsity Coach

This camp will include all the basics for what it takes to be a lacrosse player. We will teach the fundamentals and basic movements in a fun, engaging way. The boys will be able to play once every day, in a small group setting, to put their skills to the test. By the end of the week, each player will leave with at least one new skill and with a greater appreciation for the game. The foundation will be laid for many competitive years ahead! Wanna stay the whole day? Pair this morning camp with an afternoon offering and play the day away!

Learn to Play Camp: Basketball and Tennis

Cost: $320

Director: John Lindbeck, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Coach

Under the guidance of Norfolk Academy’s award-winning coaches, campers will be exposed to the fundamentals of both games. Tennis instruction will focus on hitting forehands, backhands, serves, and volleys, as well as keeping score. Basketball instruction will focus on the basics of dribbling, shooting, and defense. In addition to fun and dynamic drills, campers will also enjoy competitions such as king/queen of the tennis court, jailbreak, and half-court basketball games such as knockout. Campers will use ageappropriate equipment (racquets and balls) and courts (quick start tennis and low rims). We will also stay out of the summer heat and humidity by utilizing the NA Pavilion, which has three, full-size tennis and basketball courts. After this fun-filled week of first-rate instruction, your child will be challenging you to a match or a game of one-on-one!

Soccer, Bulldog

GRADES: 2-5 | July 17-21 | $400

GRADES: 3-6 | July 24-28 | $400

Director: Rich Peccie, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Girls Varsity Soccer Coach

This popular camp will introduce youngsters to the world’s most popular sport. Each camper will receive an appropriate-sized soccer ball, and our counselors will lead them through numerous and enjoyable soccer related activities, including line soccer, knockout, keep-away, and sharks and minnows. Campers will learn and practice individual skills and play in smallsided games. At this level, the emphasis is on fun and participation with small teams so that everyone gets many chances to be successful. A water bottle is required, and both cleats and shin guards are highly recommended but optional. Please arrive wearing athletic shoes for indoor play.

Sports in the Sand

GRADES: 6-7 | June 20-23 | $340

GRADES: 4-5 | June 26-30 | $415

Director: Kathleen Locke, Norfolk Academy Teaching Associate and Assistant Aftercare Director

Sports in the Sand highlights the very best things about Virginia Beach in the summertime: the beach and fun with friends! In this high-energy camp, campers will have the chance to go to the beach every day and play different sports. We stress the importance of hydration and sunscreen application to keep our campers performing at their best. Some sports we will play include soccer, speedball, relay races, football, pro kadima, corn hole, and more. If you would like to spend your summer outside enjoying all that Virginia Beach has to offer, then this is the camp for you! Campers need to wear closed-toe shoes to camp and bring a water bottle, bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. Campers may pre-order a bagged lunch or pack their own. All campers are required to take a swim test in the Norfolk Academy pool on the first day of camp.

Wellness Week For Girls

Cost $320

Director: Emma Johnson, Norfolk Academy Teaching Associate

Start your summer off strong and healthy with a wellness week for girls! This camp will cover various aspects of wellness! We will talk about movement and mindfulness to feel strong. Campers will explore different movementbased activities to stay engaged and moving. They will also try different mindfulness activities to work on relaxation. Campers will also have the opportunity to make some yummy, nutritious snacks to fuel the fun! This full day camp will leave campers tuckered out and smiling!

Wrestling, Bulldog

Cost $240

Director: Landon LoAlbo, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Coach Have you wanted to try wrestling, but didn’t know where to start? Or, maybe you are already involved with the sport but want to refine your technique and learn more. THIS is the place for you! Our Bulldog Wrestling Club will meet once a week and cover all the basic fundamentals for new participants while increasing the focus and challenge of those more experienced. Each week will have a strength and conditioning component, as well as games and activities to not only have fun but provide you with the tools necessary to make you a more competitive wrestler.

Specialty & Themed Camps

Around the World… in 5 Days!

Cost: $400

Director: Kathleen Locke, Norfolk Academy Teaching Associate and Assistant Aftercare Director

Explore the wonders of the world as we take a quick trip around the globe – all from the comfort of the Norfolk Academy campus!

The ancient pyramids of Egypt, the Great Wall of China, and the Eiffel Tower in France are just a few places we’ll stop along the way. Campers will explore diverse cultures, try new foods, and even get a little crafty! So, grab your passport and join us as we visit some of the most exciting places in the world!

Brick Bonanza (Little Scholars)

GRADES: K-1 | July 10-14 | $400

GRADES: K-2 | July 24-28 | $400

Director: Little Scholars Staff

Brick builders will explore the world of interlocking bricks through design challenges and interactive projects. Builders will dive into activities such as maze designs, simple machine creations, and constructing one-of-akind masterpieces.

Come Grow with Us!

Cost $400

Directors: Kathleen Locke, Norfolk Academy Teaching Associate and Assistant Aftercare Director; Dixon O’Donnell, The Williams School Teacher

Chess and 3D Printing

Cost: $320

Director: Phillip Call, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Lower School Assistant Administrator

Ever have a great idea for a chess set? Come design your own with a 3D printer and hone (or learn) your chess skills at the same time in this fun and interactive camp! Campers will learn the basics of chess and quickly transition into different types of strategies and defenses. We’ll look at historic chess games and tricky situations to see how you fare. To prepare for our end-of-the week tournament, we’ll pull out the clocks for timed games. Each day, we’ll work on designing a chess set using Tinkercad, and by the end of the week, you’ll have printed your own piece to take home! .

Do you like being outdoors and learning about nature? Join us this summer as we dig deep into flowers, native plants, and gardening! Campers will learn how to build their own garden and how to care for the soil and seeds they choose to plant. We will also take a trip to our beautiful Botanical Gardens in Norfolk to explore the varieties of plants we have in Hampton Roads. This will be an exciting week to get your hands dirty, learn about native plants, and how to grow a garden in your own backyard!

Creative Builders (Little Scholars)

Cost $400

Director: Little Scholars Staff

Bang, Bang, Build, Build… is building things your jam? Construct some awesome creations with us using interlocking building blocks and many other interesting items. Learn the importance of communication, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork, just like real engineers.

Fairytale Princess

Cost: $400

Director: Shim Richardson, Norfolk Academy Teacher

Imagine a royal wand, a lovely crown, and a week to be a fairytale princess. We will read princess books, play princess games, make princess crafts, and play dress-up in our own princess gowns. Campers will celebrate with a fairytale princess tea party at the end of our magical week. It’s a princess party for all fairytale princesses, and you are invited!

Extreme Animals (Little Scholars)

Dungeons and Dragons

Half-Day

Half-day 11:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | $250

Director: Robert Call, Ph.D., Norfolk Academy Physics Teacher

Would you like to go on an adventure? Come learn to play the grandfather of role-playing games, Dungeons and Dragons. Campers will take part in adventures and learn how to craft their own. They will practice creativity and storytelling as they work with their peers to create a world of their own design. Dungeons and Dragons has been used to teach social skills, develop leadership, and even as a therapeutic tool to help children learn how to cope with challenging situations.

Cost $320

Director: Little Scholars Staff

What is the most dangerous animal on earth? What is the weirdest animal adaptation? What creature is resistant to venom? We’ll find out all of this and more as we learn about the world’s most extreme animals. Students will build their science and language skills and they will debate and conduct experiments regarding these crazy creatures.

“Creativity is intelligence having fun.”

- Albert Einstein

The Great Volcano Experiment (

Rock It Science)

Cost: $320

Director: Bubbles, Bugs and Butterflies Staff

The classic volcano experiment has always been a favorite! Children love to explode things and see them erupt, and we will put this classic experiment to the test. This year each camper will build an individual volcano that will be able to erupt repeatedly! We will build a large group volcano that we will erupt twice this year using a heated reaction and the classic Mento/Coke reaction! Along with testing out various reactions on our volcanoes, we will play games, create art, and learn about some active volcanoes! Sign up today for an explosively good time!

Hampton Roads Adventures

Cost: $450

Directors: Emma Johnson, Norfolk Academy Lower School Teaching Associate; Griffin Hanes, Norfolk Academy Lower School Teaching Associate

This camp is an adventure every day! If you are a rising 6th-8th grader and want to see what Hampton Roads has to offer, then register today! We will have a daily off-campus activity, including Monday, when we will go to the beach (so pack accordingly). After Monday, anything from bowling, roller skating, movies, shopping, outdoor adventures... you name it! We will decide as a group how we will spend the week and of course, trips to the canteen are a must! Hope to see you!

Hampton Roads JUNIOR Adventures

Cost: $450

Directors: Emma Johnson, Norfolk Academy Lower School Teaching Associate; Griffin Hanes, Norfolk Academy Lower School Teaching Associate

Just like its sibling, Hampton Roads Adventures, this camp is going to be just as fun and busy but geared toward a younger crowd! We will have a daily off-campus activity, including Monday, when we will go to the beach

(so pack accordingly). After Monday, anything from bowling, roller skating, movies, shopping, outdoor adventures... you name it! We will decide as a group how we will spend the week and of course, trips to the canteen are a must! Hope to see you!

Hero Camp

Cost: $400

Director: Heidi Pollio, Norfolk Academy Latin Teacher

Calling all adventurous boys and girls in grades 4-6! What does it take to be an Ancient Greek hero? Run, swim, show your strength, and hone your skills as a warrior by training like the greatest heroes from Greek mythology. Outsmart your foes and battle ferocious beasts while learning what it means to be an epic hero like Odysseus and Achilles or legends like Herakles, Theseus, and Perseus. Study the works of master mythographers to prepare for the HERO’S QUEST at the end of the week which will put all your physical skills, your mental abilities, and courage to the ultimate test. Make the hero’s journey your world for one actionpacked week.

“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.”

- Joseph Campbell

Hobbits

Cost: $400

Directors: Phillip Call, Norfolk Academy Teacher; Heidi Pollio, Norfolk Academy Latin Teacher

If you’ve ever wanted to climb inside a really great adventure with dwarves, goblins, dragons and elves from the comfort of a cozy room, grab your imagination and come away with us. We will give a dramatic reading of JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit as we explore Middleearth with Bilbo and Gandalf, eating and cooking like a Baggins but adventuring like a Took. Learn the skills Bilbo and company needed to accomplish their mission: riding ponies; burgling dragons, trolls, and elves; fighting giant spiders; matching wits with master riddlers; riding barrels; reading dwarf runes and maps; finding magic rings and becoming a master archer. Prepare to go there and back again this summer!

Hogwarts at the Academy

Cost: $400

Director: Heidi Pollio, Norfolk Academy Latin Teacher

Accio campers! Look for your owl inviting you to a special summer session at the Hogwarts School (temporarily located on the NA campus). Join us for a week celebrating Harry Potter! After campers are sorted into their houses, they will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, including Potions classes, Wand-making, Herbology, advanced Magical Theory, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Divination, Care of Magical Creatures, transfiguration, and a Tri-wizard Tournament/ Horcrux Hunt. But it doesn’t end there, magical theory, alchemy, discovering the hidden messages and meanings of spells, characters, and beasts by exploring classical mythology and the Latin underpinnings of the world of wizardry will also fill our days!

Be ready to play Muggle Quidditch every day and take the opportunity to speak Mermish with denizens of the Black Lake (gillyweed not included). Campers are guaranteed to have a magical week. Athletic shoes must be worn for both indoor and outdoor activities.

Madden Cost: $320

Director: Steven Goldburg, Norfolk Academy Teacher and Coach

Do you enjoy playing video games AND enjoy the sport of football? The goal of this camp is to provide football knowledge via a medium that kids will enjoy! Campers will receive instruction on football terminology, schematics, and game planning! Campers will build their team from the ground up by participating in a mock draft, training camp and pre-season. Once the season starts, campers will become proficient in the day-to-day operations of their team, Including injury reports, trades, and practice. Campers will participate in playoffs and champions will be crowned!

Ninja Warrior

Cost: $450

Director: Laura Gibson, Norfolk Academy Teacher

Flip, climb, swing, and jump your way into summer this week! This camp is for all girl and boy ninjas who are looking to enhance their agility, strength, balance, and endurance through exciting obstacle course training. Ninjas will use their abilities throughout the week by participating in games, parkour, stretching, and swimming! In addition, we will use our skills during a field trip to Sky Zone! Our ninjas will also get the opportunity to create their own headband and gear throughout this fun week!

“In a hole in the ground, there lived a hobbit... it was a hobbit hole, and that means comfort.”

Rainforest Explorations (Rock It Science)

Cost: $400

Director: Bugs, Bubbles and Butterflies Staff

The Amazon Rainforest is home to 427 mammal species, 1,300 bird species, 378 species of reptiles, and over 400 species of amphibians. Join us as we create mini rainforests models, mix up forest slime, and make it rain! The possibilities are endless when you explore the rainforest.

Secret Agent

Cost: $400

Director: Kathleen Locke, Norfolk Academy Teaching Associate and Assistant Aftercare Director

You are a secret agent, and you have just been assigned a mission! Your mission will require you to make and break codes, uncover important secrets, hunt for clues, and do a little tactical training on the side. Come join the elite group of recruits as we take on top secret tasks! Now it’s your turn to join the ranks!

Survival Skills

Cost: $450

Director: John Galler, Ph.D., Norfolk Academy Teacher

Adventurous campers will enjoy learning exciting outdoor skills such as building tools and small shelters, using a compass to navigate on land, digging solar stills to get drinking water… and much more. Will we all agree on the best tasting camp food? There will be daily challenges to test your skills and earn prizes. Campers will use their skills during an overnight stay on campus at the end of the week.

Time Travels in a

ROBLOX® Makers (Black Rocket)

Half-Day

GRADES: 3-5

Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $250

GRADES: 6-8

Half-day 11:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | $250

Director: Black Rocket Instructors

Unlock the power of ROBLOX® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world ROBLOX® developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your ROBLOX® world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design. Student-created projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

Treehouse

Cost: $400

Director: Stacy Dobbs, Norfolk Academy Media Specialist

Join Mrs. Dobbs as she brings the adventures of Jack and Annie to life in our Time Travels in a Treehouse Camp! Campers will read Magic Treehouse books by author Mary Pope Osbourne, and then will bring these adventures to life with story-themed arts, crafts, games, challenges, and activities! With over 63 adventures to choose from, campers could be swept away to the streets of ancient Rome, the decks of the Titanic, or even a Civil War battlefield. Campers could find themselves making papyrus, crafting ninja throwing stars, or digging for dinosaurs. Using their imaginations and energy as their guide, the possibilities for fun and learning are endless!

Warhammer-Recruits

Cost: $400

Director: Matt Wilkens, Norfolk Academy Teacher

In this camp, campers will be introduced to the miniature model battle game called Warhammer 40k. This international game fosters creative imagination, and mixes crafting, painting, and an exciting dice-based battle game together into one exhilarating experience. Each camper will receive a standard unit of soldiers that they will build, paint, and develop a back story. In addition, campers will learn the basics of the battle portion by playing the game! In a wide variety of scenarios, we will strategize, fight, and conquer our enemies through friendly competition. Campers get to keep their own soldiers! Join the fight and put an end to all who oppose you! (See games-workshop.com to learn more about Warhammer 40k.)

Warhammer-Veterans

Cost:$400

Director: Matt Wilkens, Norfolk Academy Teacher

The battle continues in Veteran Warhammer! Campers who have completed at least ONE previous Warhammer Camp are eligible to advance their skills as a Veteran. Campers will play full length battles with fully painted armies provided by the camp. Using a wide variety of units from many different factions such as Space Marines, Orks, Aeldari Craftworlds, Tau, Imperial Guard, and much more, campers will continue to learn the advanced rules of the game. Each day these Generals will put their skills to the test to defeat their enemies, and obtain the coveted title of “War Master!” Start sending your prayers to the “dice-gods” now, and get back in to the fight in Veteran Warhammer!

Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube® and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship. Develop your on-camera presence, your own channel branding, and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your own channel with the content created in class! Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

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YouTube® FX Masters (Black Rocket)

Half-Day

GRADES: 3-5

Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $250

GRADES: 6-8

Half-day 11:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | $250

Director: Black Rocket Instructors

YouTube® Content Creators (Black Rocket)

Half-Day

GRADES: 3-5

Half-day 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. | $250

GRADES: 6-8

Half-day 11:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | $250

Director: Black Rocket Instructors

Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube® star.

Do you love movies with exciting special effects, like The Avengers, Star Wars, or Harry Potter? Amaze your friends by swinging a lightsaber or blasting fire from your hands and becoming a master of the illusions used by Hollywood artists to create visual effects magic. Whether you want to enhance your YouTube® videos or create a cool scene to amaze your friends; this class teaches the tools you need. Experiment with visual effects as you learn the dynamics of camera angles, editing, graphic layering, and sound effects. Then watch as your new creations take your channel content to the next level! Student projects are available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family.

Welcome to Summer at the Academy