Grades 3 & 4

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3D Printing for Minecraft and Roblox by Lavner Education

Welcome creators! At 3D Printing Camp for Minecraft and Roblox, take your Minecraft and Roblox creations to the next level and receive 3D prints of your builds. Finally, you will have the chance to see your builds in real life! Your printed items will truly be one of a kind when you design with Minecraft and Roblox platforms and 3D print at camp.

3D Printing for Minecraft and Roblox is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
3D Printing with 3D Modeling by Lavner Education

In 3D Printing Camp, 3D model and print items that show your true passion! Themes will include: doll accessories, Pokémon characters, spy gadgets, desk pets, and dinosaurs. Lessons will focus on scalability and how designs can be easily uploaded and printed for mass consumption. Discover what it's like to operate, clean, and care for a 3D printer. Using cutting-edge 3D printers, campers will model prototypes, mod existing designs, and print them in 3D!

3D Printing with 3D Modeling is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Adventures on Bikes

A bike camp for your young cyclist who wants to get out and ride with friends for an adventure-filled morning on our beautiful on-campus trail. We will work on mastering essential bike riding skills and participate in fun bike competitions to challenge ourselves! Interspersed with our riding will be breaks to cool off and play indoor games. Campers will need a bicycle and helmet, which can be stored on campus during the camp week.

Please note: Campers must be able to ride a bicycle. If your child is still learning, please register for First Bike Ride.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (full-day camp)
Before Care and After Care are available for an additional fee.
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available for an additional fee.

Tuition: $840 (full-day camp, June 2-6); $410 (half-day camp)
Lunch is included in the cost of tuition for the week of June 2-6.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Afternoon Book Club

This reading class will read selections from the Hockaday Summer Reading List and incorporate a variety of games and activities to enhance the understanding of the text. If you love reading, come join us as we read together, dig for meaning, examine character development, and engage new vocabulary! All are welcome to join us for this enriching reading experience.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 30 – July 3*, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $276

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition has been reduced.
All-Girls STEAM - Innovators by Lavner Education

Experience the power of STEAM in an all-girls setting. Each day, we will dive deeply into an aspect of STEAM and at least one famous woman in STEAM! Explore the power of polymers and linked chains of atoms. Learn about the science of Stephanie Kwolek, the inventor of Kevlar and a polymer scientist! See the science come alive by making your own bouncy ball. Follow Grace Hooper's story, the inventor of the COBOL computer language! Dive into the basics of binary and learn basic coding using Scratch. Before you leave, listen to Reshma Saujani, founder of Girls who Code, a passionate advocate for girls in technology. Have you ever driven across the Brooklyn Bridge? You've seen the work of engineer Emily Roebling! Join us in a day of engineering as we get hands-on with a set of bridge design challenges sure to get you thinking! Every time you have used an Apple product, you've seen the work of Susan Kare, a famous graphic designer! Learn about icon design, pixel-based art, and graphic design basics. Next, learn about Cheiko Asakawa, who helped pioneer text-to-speech and other accessibility technology for multimedia. End the day with a bang by 3D printing your icon design on a keychain! By breaking the Enigma code, mathematicians helped decipher German signals during World Word II. Learn about the only woman on the project, Joan Clark. Then, use your new cipher skills to break out from our digital escape room before it's too late!

All-Girls STEAM – Innovators is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 5

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
American Girl Camp

Travel through time with your favorite American Girl stories! We will explore aspects of American history through this popular series. Come enjoy a week of crafts, acting, reading, hands-on activities, and much more. Your doll is invited to join you for all the fun!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 3

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
American Girl Kindness Camp

Travel through time with your favorite American Girl stories! We will explore aspects of American history through this popular series. Come enjoy a week of crafts, acting, reading, hands-on activities, and much more. Not only will we enjoy the traditions of the American Girl series, we will also focus on kindness. What patterns of kindness can we find in the American Girl characters? We will work as a camp to create and complete a service project to spread kindness to others in our community. One camp day will even include a pajama party! Your doll is invited to join you for all the fun!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 3

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740
Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
App Development with App Inventor by Lavner Education

Learn how to plan, design, code, and publish your very own apps! Whether you want to create a game, photo editor, to-do list, or something completely different, App Development Camp is the place to start! The software is user friendly, making this camp an excellent choice for those looking to learn programming or develop awesome apps with little coding experience.

App Development with App Inventor is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 7

Date/Time:
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Art Club

Join us for Art Club 2025! Each week will consist of multi-media art projects and experiences. Sessions will include different projects from previous weeks, so you are welcome to register for multiple weeks of Art Camp!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to preare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 14– July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics by Lavner Education

Artificial intelligence is an exciting new forefront of technology that is changing the way we live. In this camp, you will explore cutting-edge AI topics through engaging and fun hands-on experiences with artificially intelligent robots, machine learning, programs, and code! Compare and contrast AI models while discussing AI training. Create your own AI superhero and save the world!

Artificial Intelligence and Robotics is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 5

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Basketball Fundamentals by Kidokinetics

Let your child score big with Kidokinetics Basketball Fundamentals! Our program introduces basic skills of the game in a fun and inclusive environment, adapted from USA Basketball concepts and techniques. Coaches focus on ball handling, passing, shooting, footwork, and even introductory game play to build confidence in young athletes. Not only will your child learn fundamental basketball skills, but they will also develop speed, agility, coordination, accuracy, and endurance. It's a fun way for your child to improve physical skills while learning a new sport and building self-confidence.

Basketball Fundamentals is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades K – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
July 14 – July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Brain Games & Critical Thinking

Learn about one of the largest and most complex organs of our body – the brain. We will learn the anatomy of the brain, how it functions and also understand how the brain can be manipulated using brain-teasing magic puzzles. We will challenge our brains with problem-solving activities and brain teasers. Come join us and sharpen your minds!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Chess Camp by Lavner Education

This camp is for recreational players who love chess! Learn everything from openings to endgames, midgame strategies, tactics, positional play, and more to improve your game. Practice your opening, midgame, and endgame, and study classic games! This will prevent you from falling for traps and help you develop a repertoire that leads to positions with which you are comfortable. Come improve your chess game!
Chess Camp is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 7

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $719
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Chess Tournament Week by Lavner Education

This tournament is for recreational and rated players! Put your competition skills to the ultimate test in local and team tournaments full of action-packed challenges, team play, and fun. Spend mornings learning and developing skills for tournament competitions, including openings, end games, puzzles, and positional play. Tournaments are primarily held in the afternoons. Come improve your chess game!

Chess Tournament Week is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 7

Date/Time:
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $719
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Coding 101 with Scratch by Lavner Education

Gain great experience with computer science using Scratch™, a program designed by the MIT Media Lab, to code, create, and share projects. Scratch uses a custom programming language that is easy to understand. By moving and combining blocks of code, you will be able to develop your own super cool animation projects. You can even make your animations interactive by including instructions, designing the character's costumes, adding unique background images and sounds, and programming characters to dance, sing, talk, and more!

Codking 101 with Scratch is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Computer Skills 101 by Lavner Education

Using and becoming comfortable with computers is one of the most valuable skills that a child can learn to develop critical thinking skills that open up endless possibilities. In this camp, you'll get a head start learning to type, using computer programs, and coding with Scratch™!

Campers may attend one week or multiple weeks and move up in curricula each week!

Computer Skills 101 is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 3

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $639
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19. Tuition has been reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4. Tuition has bene reduced.
Cooking Club

This fun hands-on class will teach kitchen basics. We'll learn how different kitchen tools work, how to be safe in the kitchen, and how to make simple go-to recipes. Learn how different ingredients work together to achieve the perfect flavor!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to make preparations for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $420

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Creative Writing for Filmmaking & YouTube - Young Writers by Lavner Education

Interested in becoming a future screenplay writer? Want to make your YouTube videos more engaging? Engage with fellow campers through the storyboarding process to create innovative storylines, add exciting dialogue, develop explosive sound effects, and layout precise camera instructions. During YouTube video scripting, learn how to build channel branding, improve storytelling, and add visual and auditory elements to your script to increase viewer engagement. At the end of the week, leave with your very own YouTube video script!

Creative Writing for Filmmaking & Youtube - Emerging Writers is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 5

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Creature Features and Garden Adventures by Dallas Arboretum

Step outside and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature with a guided adventure each day! Whether you are birdwatching, capturing insects in nets, building pill bug traps, or discovering how earthworms help the soil thrive, there is always something new to explore. Learn about the plants that call our land home, tend to the garden, uncover the mysteries of pollinators, and so much more. Every day brings a fresh outdoor discovery, with a nature guide to show you the way. Join us for daily adventures and watch the world around you come to life!

Creature Features and Garden Adventures is offered in partnership with Dallas Arboretum.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 - June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740
Lunch is included. Please do not send lunch to camp.
Dallas Trinity FC Summer Soccer Day Camp

Get ready for an action-packed, fun-filled summer at our Soccer Day Camp! This camp is designed by Dallas' newest professional soccer team for young athletes of all skill levels who are eager to learn, grow, and improve their soccer game while making new friends and having a blast on the field. Throughout the camp, participants will receive expert coaching from experienced trainers who are passionate about the sport. The camp focuses on building technical skills, improving fitness, enhancing teamwork, and fostering a love for the game. Players will work on dribbling, passing, shooting, and defending in a variety of drills and games that are both challenging and fun.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time: June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Tuition: $345

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 10

Date/Time: June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Tuition: $740

Dallas Trinity FC is Dallas' newest professional women's soccer team.
Dance Camp

With so many fun dance styles available, how do you pick just one? In Dance Camp, you can pick them all! Each week will include a variety of dance styles. We will also learn the history behind the dance genre explored. Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, and Musical Theatre, and more! End-of-camp dance parties have become a favorite activity for all. Even Summer at Hockaday staff joins in! Register for multiple weeks in one of our most popular and upbeat camps for boys and girls!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Digital Art with Framed Piece - Young Artists by Lavner Education

Join us to learn how to create beautiful pieces of art using a digital platform. Sketch, draw, point, shadow, style, and much more! At camp, you can use your trackpad, mouse, or stylus (optional) to draw a self-portrait, paint a still life, create anime figures, draw a favorite doll, create a new Pokémon character, create a cartoon script with text, paint landscapes, and much more. Learn the art of creating shadowing, textures, and 2D/3D objects, utilizing spacing, color, and much more! Campers will produce a digital art show to share with all campers at the end of each camp week. Additionally, campers will pick their favorite piece from the week to be printed, framed, and mailed to the camper's home. (Please allow approximately 3-6 weeks to receive your framed piece of art in the mail.)

Digital Art with Framed Art Included - Young Artists is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 6

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Digital Fashion Design by Lavner Education

In this fun and creative camp, participants will create a custom tote bag and a digital design portfolio! Campers will be exposed to West Coast Vibes, including a relaxed vibe that boasts a casual and effortless look full of fringes, tassels, and bold colors. We'll move to East Coast Vibes, which boasts a level of refinement and bold looks wile not seemingly overstated. Campers will then plan out and design their own projects, creating clothing patterns online that can be printed and use. Using graphic design software, campers will design fabric patterns, a fashion logo to be custom printed on a tote bag, and develop a mood board and designs for a fashion line. (Please allow 4-6 weeks to receive your tote bag in the mail.)

Digital Fashion Design is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 6

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $679
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition has been reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition has been reduced.
Discover Magic Green Wand Course - Unlocking Mystery

The Dallas Magic Academy presents the Discover Magic program. It exists to create more happiness in our kids and more empathy in our world. It's for kids who want to have fun, make friends, feel special, and have something exciting to look forward to. The focus is on magic, fun, and learning. The magic makes the fun happen; the fun makes the learning easy. Learn how to cut a lady in half, give your friends superhero powers, make invisible objects appear in a magic pencil pouch, and more!

Discover Magic Green Wand Course is offered in partnership with Dallas Magic Academy.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 4

Date/Time:
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Discover Magic Orange Wand Course - Unlocking Wonder

Get ready to take an amazing adventure into the exciting world of magic! Learn how to teleport objects across the room, find hidden magical treasures, and levitate a cup of popcorn, just to name a few. In this course, you will learn the three parts that make up a magic trick with a special focus on presentation. More importantly, you will discover the real secrets to becoming a true magician as each lesson reveals an important life skill to help build your confidence and communication skills. You will receive custom magic props, a top-secret file folder, and a secret word to unlock bonus videos in an online video vault!

Discover Magic Orange Wand Course is offered in partnership with Dallas Magic Academy.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740
Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
Discover Magic Purple Wand Course - Unlocking Secrets

Have fun learning magic skills while also learning life skills as this camp is designed to teach not only magic but also how to interact successfully with others. Learn how to read people’s minds, make money appear out of nowhere, and travel through time with a magic bandana, just to name a few! Join us for all wand courses to add more tricks and skills to your repertoire!

Discover Magic Purple Wand is offered in partnership with Dallas Magic Academy.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Drone Flying Adventures by Drone Together

Drone Together is excited to bring back our exhilarating and innovative drone flying camp to Hockaday this summer. Come have fun spending time in one of the fastest growing spaces in technology - drone flying. All flying abilities are welcome, as we build on basic flying skills to advance to more challenging and exciting opportunities. Some of the opportunities include tricks, team flying challenges, flying adventures, obstacle design, and course design. All activities are designed to be collaborative, fun, and safe for all students. Come see what all the buzz is about and join us as we zoom, flip, and soar our way through an exciting season of learning.

Drone Flying Adventures is offered in partnership with DroneTogether.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Egg Drop Engineering

Calling all aspiring engineers! The challenge for this week is the famous Egg Drop! You will be challenged to build contraptions that will protect your egg during a drop at various heights. We will use numerous materials to provide protection and challenge us to complete a successful drop. Mistakes along the way will be a teaching tool to improve our contraptions.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to make preparations for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
Engineering with littleBits - Invent & Code by Lavner Education

littleBits uses small magnetic circuit boards that snap together to make amazing electronic devices. Each bit has a specific function such as a button, light, or speaker. The variety of specialized bits means there are thousands of possible combinations allowing for unique inventions! Using the code bit, you will learn to code hardware using drag and drop programming. Build awesome projects like an electric guitar, a tug of war game, a Morse code machine, or your own invention!

Engineering with littleBits - Invent & Code is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 5

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Entrepreneur's Club

Take a risk! These are the very words that entrepreneurs act upon. Do you have an idea that you feel can become something great? Come learn what it takes to be an entrepreneur and a design thinker! Work with your classmates to create solutions that will improve the world around you. Who knows - your first invention might have its beginnings in this very class!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to make preparations for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 6

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6 , 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740
Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Epic Day Camp: Bikes, Hoops, Skateboards, Scooters & Forts

This is a camp for energetic kids who love a variety of activity and play! We will ride our bikes on the campus trails, shoot hoops on the basketball court, ride scooters and skateboards, and build modular structure forts. Each day will bring a new adventure and more fun - an EPIC DAY!

Campers will need a bicycle and helmet and a scooter and/or skateboard and pads, which can be stored on campus during the camp week.

Please note: Campers must be able to ride a bicycle. If your child is still learning, please register for First Bike Ride.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available for an additional fee.

Tuition: $840
Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced
Filmmaking by Lavner Education

Do YOU want to be in film? If so, this camp is for you! Join us to learn how to create a film project from start to finish. Gain hands-on experience in all the steps of the filmmaking process: (1) write a script, (2) develop characters, (3) rehearse lines, (4) act, (5) film, (6) edit video using cutting-edge video editing software, (7) add special effects and credits, and (8) produce a final version of your work! If time allows, we will also create commercials and/or a blooper reel. Campers will work in teams each camp week to create a film.

Filmmaking is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 7

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
First Bike Ride

Coach Stewart Ball and his staff of coaches have taught hundreds of children to ride a bike. Let us teach you to ride in this popular, low pressure, enjoyable class. All you need is a bike, helmet, water bottle, and snack. Bikes can be kept on campus throughout the week's class.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades K – 4

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (full day)*
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3***, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $840 (full-day camp, June 2-6); $410 (half-day camp)
Lunch is included in the cost of tuition for the week of June 2-6.

*In this special full-day camp week, campers will experience bike camp lessons in the mornings and participate in gym activities to practice balance and coordination in the afternoons.

**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
***Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
First Tee Golf by Kidokinetics

Calling all future golf pros! Get ready to tee off with the First Tee Golf program. Are you looking for a fun and innovative way for your child to learn the basics of golf? Our program, developed by the First Tee Golf Association and backed by top professionals in the industry, is designed specifically for young children. With oversized club faces, color-coded grips, and target-oriented training tools, your child will be on their way to mastering the four basic shots of golf in no time! Not only will your child develop and improve golf skills, our curriculum is designed to instill important life-enhancing values as well. They'll learn about respect, honesty, and perseverance all while having a blast on the green.

First Tee Golf is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades K – 4

Date/Time:
June 30 – July 3*, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $276

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition has been reduced.
Fundamentals of Cricket by Kidokinetics

Welcome to the exciting and fun world of Cricket! This internationally popular bat-and-ball game is ideal for girls and boys, is fast-moving, and develops vital skills like integrity, sportsmanship, speed, and agility. The program will introduce the fundamentals of Cricket, which include batting, stance, bowling, footwork, fielding, and catching. The children will learn the basics of becoming successful Cricketers!

Fundamentals of Cricket is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Game Design 101 with GDevelop by Lavner Education

Create your own video games and apps that are compatible with PC computers and Android™ and/or iOS devices. This camp is a perfect opportunity for aspiring game designers to come away with new skills and knowledge, awesome projects, and lots of accomplishments! In addition to using objects and scenery, you will be able to manipulate the design of objects and make your own. You can also expand the games and apps to multiple frames and scenes, resulting in a complete multi-level arcade or platform game/app.

Please note: All campers should arrive at camp with a GDevelop account. Accounts are free to create here.

Game Design 101 with GDevelop is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 5

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Game Design Academy with GameMaker by Lavner Education

Discover the process of creating a video game - brainstorming, planning, character design, level design, programming, user interface design, and much more! After learning the graphical user interface in GameMaker Studio, you will begin to plan your game by crafting a storyline and developing characters using the advanced, built-in, digital painting software. Once your characters are created, you will learn about level design and layout floor plans with an easy-to-use, efficient tiling technique that allows for excellent control and precision. Program character movements and interactions and take your first steps toward professional level design and top-level creativity and innovation!

Game Design Academy with GameMaker is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 4 – 8

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $849
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Game Design with Godot Engine by Lavner Education

Godot Engine is a powerful and flexible game engine that is available for anyone to use! Learn how to design and program games with a professional tool that is easy to learn. This camp is for all levels, whether you are just getting started in programming, or you have already made games and want to add to your skills. Godot also allows you to create games in 2D or 3D and publish your games to Mac, PC, Android, or even consoles! Thousands of games have been created and published with Godot Engine. Will yours be next?

Game Design with Godot Engine is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 8

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $679
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition has been reduced.
Graphic Design - Custom Converse & Vans Shoes by Lavner Education

Express your creativity and learn practical and technical computer skills by launching your very own brand and apparel line! Using powerful graphic design software, campers learn to complement their creativity with the proper technical skills to produce designs that communicate messages and leave lasting visual impressions. Create your own custom designs for a pair of white Converse or Vans sneakers! Learning opportunities include typography, pure design elements such as colors, shapes, and images, as well as design skills to organize and convey information, strengthen conceptual skills, and produce clean and effective work products. Please note: allow approximately 4-6 weeks from the last day of the camp week to receive this apparel by mail.

Graphic Design - Custom Converse Sneakers is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 8

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $899
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Graphic Design - Custom Hoodies & T-shirts by Lavner Education

Express your creativity and learn practical and technical computer skills by launching your very own brand and apparel line! Using powerful graphic design software, campers learn to complement their creativity with the proper technical skills to produce designs that communicate messages and leave lasting visual impressions. Create your own custom designs for a custom hoodie and t-shirt! Learning opportunities include typography, pure design elements such as colors, shapes, and images, as well as design skills to organize and convey information, strengthen conceptual skills, and produce clean and effective work products. Please note: allow approximately 4-6 weeks from the last day of the camp week to receive this apparel by mail.

Graphic Design - Custom Hoodies & T-shirts is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 8

Date/Time:
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $849
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Graphic Novel Book Club

Do you love reading graphic novels? Join us as we enjoy this fun genre of reading together. We will also create our own graphic novels! Over the course of the week, you will learn the full process of graphic novel design, including script writing, panel creation, drawing, and inking.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 12, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Gym Games & Rec Play

Join Hockaday coaching staff for a fun and active summer camp! Campers will experience a variety of sports and rec games, such as pickleball, tennis, indoor gym games, outdoor games, and more! This is a fun camp to release and renew energy and to add play to your summer memories!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Harry Potter Camp

Harry Potter fans – this camp is for you! Join us for a week of all things Harry Potter. We will be sorted into houses, create house banners, create wands and practice spells, collect materials for ‘potions,’ create a magical creature, play games, and more!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Iron Man Challenge Kids

Iron Man Challenge Kids is a full-day camp that challenges campers to complete one of three triathlon distances by accumulating swimming, biking, and running miles over the course of the week. Choose Full IM, Half IM, or Olympic IM, and go for it! Created and led by Coach Stewart Ball and his staff, this camp will be a good fit for campers who enjoy challenges. We will work on training and competition skills, endurance, nutrition, and sports psychology.

Please note: Campers will need a complete triathlon training kit: bike, helmet, shoes, clothing, and support gear.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 4

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available for an additional fee.

Tuition: $840
Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
LEGO Builders Workshop by Lavner Education

If you love LEGO®s, this is the camp for you! We will teach you the fundamentals of building and what can make structures and designs more sturdy. We will even have some competitions to see who can build the strongest structure! Using structures and cars, we will learn about forces and energy to better understand what makes things move or what makes them hold steady. Work together with other campers in a fun and friendly environment building with LEGOs blocks and other materials!

LEGO Builders Workshop is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 3

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $749
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19. Tuition will be reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4. Tuition will be reduced.
Let's Bowl by Kidokinetics

Welcome to Kidokinetics bowling where kids can strike up fun and make new friends! This exciting class and camp is designed to teach young bowlers the fundamentals of the game while promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. Each day offers skill-building drills, friendly competitions, and fun challenges that help improve their technique and confidence. Our experienced coaches will guide the campers through proper bowling form, scoring, and etiquette, ensuring that everyone leaves with a love for the game. Whether your child is a beginner or looking to enhance their skills, Let's Bowl is the perfect place for them to roll into lots of strikes and smiles!

Let's Bowl is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Let's Skate by Kidokinetics

Kidokinetics rollerblading, sponsored by Skate in School, creates a fun and healthy environment for young children. Rollerblading boosts youth fitness and teaches a life-long physical activity. Your child will develop cardiovascular endurance, balance, and coordination while having fun and building confidence. Perfect for entry level girls and boys!

Please note: Campers will need to bring skates, knee/elbow guards, and safety helmets to camp.

Let's Skate is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Little Chefs Academy

Welcome to Little Chefs Academy, where budding young cooks explore the joys of the kitchen in a fun, hands-on environment! This interactive camp teaches basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and the magic of transforming simple ingredients into delicious creations. Each day, campers will mix, measure, chop (with kid-friendly tools!), and taste their way through exciting themed recipes—from breakfast favorites to sweet treats. Along the way, they’ll learn teamwork, creativity, and confidence in the kitchen. Join us for a week of flavorful fun and tasty adventures!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $810
Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
Math Club

Get ready for some fun! We will cover word problems, decimals, multiplication, division, and several other concepts. We'll use a number line, hundreds grid, and additional tools to solve math challenges. Come join us and you'll see just how fun math can be!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Minecraft - 3D Innovation and Design by Lavner Education

In this camp, utilize your creativity, learn and improve your skills, and work individually or collaboratively in an exclusive virtual world on our own private servers! You will experience individual/multiplayer building, installing and using mods, playing survival & scratch crafting recipes, customizing Minecraft maps, utilizing Redstone & electrical circuits, learning game design, and competing in building competitions and weekly Minecraft tournaments!

Minecraft - 3D Innovation and Design is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Minecraft Channel for YouTube by Lavner Education

Do you want to create YouTube-style Minecraft videos and vlog like a pro? Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned YouTuber, join us to take your digital movie production skills to the next level! Learn many aspects of the digital movie production industry, such as ideating and creating content, researching, scripting, filming, using screen capture software, adding special effects, promoting a channel, gaining likes and shares, understanding the importance of digital citizenship and safe practices when using the internet, and lots more. Gain experience with video recording, editing software, green screens, and more!

Minecraft Channel for YouTube is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 8

Date/Time:
June 30 – July 3*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Minecraft Robotics & Engineering using LEGO® Spike Prime

Venture into the world of Minecraft while learning to build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using the LEGO Spike Prime system. Join us as we learn basic programming skills while traveling through biomes, harvesting resources, and battling the Ender Dragon. Campers will build LEGO based projects incorporating motors, sensors, and lights while also diving into building shelters to keep out Creepers, craft mystical items that only true masters can wield, and perfect our crossbow skills to stop the Wither from taking over! If you can imagine it, we can build it.

Minecraft Robotics & Engineering using LEGO® Spike Prime camp is offered in partnership with Play-Well TEKnologies.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $840
Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
Minecraft U Creative with Active Play

Minecraft U specializes in playing Minecraft in Creative mode, the mode kids love best! This year will include a break from the screen to venture outside, play a few summer games, and refresh ourselves for the next round of building in our Minecraft world. This camp will capture your child's creativity, provide recreational fun, and form long-lasting camp friendships!

Please note: Campers will need a Minecraft Java Edition license available at here. Each camper will need to bring their login information to camp on the first day.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m..
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Minecraft with Harry Potter-Themed Builds & Events by Lavner Education

Immerse yourself in the world of Harry Potter with Minecraft by designing and building some of the famous buildings from the Harry Potter universe, using Redstone to create magical special effects, as well as using a custom magic plug-in to design and create magic Harry Potter-themed mini games. Lavner's private servers allow campers to work together on projects, creating a super fun and dynamic group environment.

Minecraft with Harry Potter-Themed Builds & Events is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
NFL Play 60 Flag Football by Kidokinetics

Score a touchdown with your kids this season! Want your kids to learn football fundamentals and teamwork without the worry of tackling? NFL Flag Football, brought to you by Kidokinetics, is the perfect solution. Our coaches use a curriculum designed by NFL professionals to build the skills needed for success on and off the field, all while emphasizing sportsmanship and confidence-building. Your child will gain agility, speed, coordination, strength, and accuracy while having fun with their peers. NFL Flag Football is the ideal way to introduce your children to a new sport or further develop their existing skills. NFL Flag Football will help your child score big in every aspect of their life!

NFL Play 60 Flag Football is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 5

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 am. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740 (full day)
Lunch is included. Please do not send lunch to camp.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Nothing but Nets by Kidokinetics

Is your child ready to have some fun and learn new skills? Kidokinetics Nothing but Nets program is the perfect solution! Our coaches will help your child learn the fundamentals of various net sports including tennis, pickleball, soccer, badminton, and volleyball. These games not only provide fun, but they also promote the development of key physical skills such as agility, accuracy, and coordination in a team-oriented environment. Your child will gain self-confidence while having a great time. Our program creates a positive learning environment that encourages kids to stay active and try new things. With fun games and basic skill introduction, your child will become comfortable with these net sports in no time. And who knows? They may discover their new favorite sport!

Nothing but Nets is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades K – 3

Date/Time:
June 30 – July 3*, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Passport Series: Journey to Africa

Get ready for a transformative adventure as we take you on a journey to Africa - a camp that promises to immerse you in the rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and wildlife that define this incredible continent. This unique experience is designed to offer campers a diverse and captivating exploration of Africa's history, traditions, and natural wonders. Join us for an extraordinary Passport Series where every day is an opportunity to discover the wonders and embrace the spirit of this extraordinary continent. Pack your bags, and let the adventure begin!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
July 14 – July 18, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Passport Series: Journey to France

Bonjour, adventurers! Get ready to be transported to the enchanting world of France in this fun and educational Passport Series. This immersive experience is crafted to offer campers a delightful blend of French culture, art, cuisine, language, and adventure. From the romantic streets of Paris to charming countryside, this camp promises an unforgettable exploration of all things French. Join us for an unforgettable Passport Series where every day is a new chapter in the exploration of this captivating country. Pack your bags, and let the adventure begin!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Passport Series: Journey to Italy

Embark on a cultural adventure like never before with our Journey to Italy Camp, where campers will be transported to the enchanting landscapes, rich history, and vibrant traditions of Italy. This immersive experience is designed to offer a taste of the Italian way of life, blending education, exploration, and fun. We'll explore culture, language, culinary delights, the arts, Italian landscapes, and more! Join us for an unforgettable Passport Series where every day is a new chapter in the exploration of this captivating country. Pack your bags, and let the adventure begin!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Play Pickleball by Kidokinetics

Let your child take part in the Pickleball craze! Our program provides a fun and engaging introduction to the fastest growing sport in the US. Pickleball is the perfect blend of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, making this an exciting, teamwork-oriented activity for young boys and girls. The fun and engaging curriculum is great for developing essential skills such as agility, coordination, balance, accuracy, speed, and confidence!

Play Pickleball is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Before Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Pokemon Engineering using Lego® Materials

Calling all Pokémon trainers! With the Pokémon Championship approaching, join our enthusiastic Play-Well Instructors as we build and catch our favorite Pokémon, rescue Pikachu from Team Rocket, take a ride on the S.S. Anne to uncover rare and mystic Pokémon, and battle to see who will hold the title of Pokémon Master. Come along on our journey to catch 'em all!

Pokemon Engineering using LEGO® Materials camp is offered in partnership with Play-Well TEKnologies.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades K – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Pokémon with Games, Strategies & Competitions by Lavner Education

Discover the secrets of Pokémon while creating the ultimate team! Find out how to most effectively battle your friends so you can come out on top! Join in Pokémon card games using your own decks and online simulators at camp, in addition to battling against AI and other campers! You'll also learn how to take your Pokémon battle skills to the next level by learning what Pokémon types and moves are effective against your opponents. Each day, learn new and improved ways to utilize your Pokémon team to its full potential. Exciting tournaments take place each week!

Pokémon with Games, Strategies & Competitions is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 5

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $749
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Radical Rides using LEGO® Materials

Start your engines with tens of thousands of LEGO parts as you dive into the vast world of vehicles! Build and design an array of exciting machines, traversing land, sea, and air, with the assistance of experienced Play-Well instructors. Learn about the engineering principles behind motors, gears, and everything that vrooms and zooms!

Radical Rides using LEGO® Materials camp is offered in partnership with Play-Well TEKnologies.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades K – 4

Date/Time:
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Roblox with Custom Obbys & Lua Coding by Lavner Education

Roblox is an amazing program that allows you to design and play unique and fun games. This course focuses on creating your very own Obbys. An Obby, short for obstacle course, is a series of platforms and challenges that players must jump through and navigate correctly to reach an end goal. You will learn how to design and model a course like this in a three-dimensional environment. We will also include the programming language Lua. Lua is a high-level programming language that you can use to code features like traps, power-ups, scoreboards, character movement, and more!

Roblox with Custom Obbys & Lua Coding is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 4 – 8

Date/Time:
July 7 – 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Roblox with Game Design & Competitions by Lavner Education

At Roblox Camp, you will design and create your own 3D worlds. Choosing from a variety of different templates, you can select your type of world and customize your environment. Add awesome features such as drawbridges, scoreboards, clocks, traps, power ups, and customized terrain! With so many options to include, you can create a game that is unique, fast-paced, and fun! You can also learn how to add characters to your environment and how to hatch your own Roblox pet.

Roblox with Game Design & Competitions is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 2 – 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 9 – 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Robotics League: Battles & Competitions with Lego® Robots by Lavner Education

Do you want to design your own battle robot and lead it to victory in our epic Robowars competitions? At the Lavner Robotics League Camp with Lego Mindstorms, you can design, build, customize, and battle robots every day! Each camp week will include building awesome robots, testing robots in the arena, daily competitions and events, robot upgrades, and learning while having fun.

Robotics League: Battles & Competitions with LEGO Robots is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 7

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 30 – July 3**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
**Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
Robotics with Lego® Robots - Engineering & Coding by Lavner Education

In this camp, you will learn the fundamentals of robotics by getting hands-on experience with LEGO Robots. Explore the principles of robotics and coding by imagining and creating your own robots, in addition to following instructions for specific robots provided by LEGO. You will then be able to add a wide variety of sensors and motors to your robot before programming it. Participate in a camp tournament called ROBOWARS on Friday each week. Robotics with LEGO Robots - Engineering & Coding is offered in partnership with Lavner Education. To learn more, visit https://www.lavnercampsandprograms.com.

Robotics with Lego® Robots - Engineering & Coding is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 5

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Robotics with Take-Home Robot - Innovators by Lavner Education

Join us for an exciting week-long camp where you will learn the fundamentals of robotics and coding using the popular Arduino platform. Together, we will build a robot, from designing the hardware to writing the software that brings it to life. By the end of the camp, you will create a personalized robot that you can take home and continue to explore and modify.

Robotics with Take-Home Robot - Innovators is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 5

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $899
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
Roller Coaster Design with STEM Education by Lavner Education

Build and digitally design roller coasters using FAO Schwarz kits, Thames & Kosmos kits, and Roblox. In addition to having tons of fun and building skills in design and construction, campers also learn about physics concepts such as gravity, mass, inertia, velocity, acceleration, potential energy, and more!

Roller Coaster Design with STEM Education is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 5

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $749
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
Science Club

This class will prove that science is COOL! Using many facets of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), you'll have fun doing hands-on experiments, rocket launching, and learning how things work. Future scientists begin right here! Each week will explore different lessons and experiences so join us for multiple weeks!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Science Discoveries by Lavner Education

Welcome to Science Discoveries, a lab-based science camp for our enthusiastic science loving campers! Do you crave fun and exciting science experiments that are mind riveting, challenging, and educational? Do you want to engage in a hands-on experience, acquire lots of knowledge, and be able to WOW your family and friends? Using a holistic approach each week, you will conduct experiments in physics, earth science, paleontology, and chemistry. Engage in a week full of hands-on experiments and learning such as: Dinosaur Day, Earthly Disasters, The Science of Slime, Machine Mania, and the Science behind Electricity. Prior to each experiment, you will be provided with background knowledge, divided into groups, and given safety and practical instructions. During the experiments, you will use a scientific, step-by-step approach to achieve great results. After the experiments, you will present your final results, summarize findings, share discoveries, ask additional questions, and relate the experiment to ‘real world’ practicality. Science Discoveries is designed for maximum participation, experiential learning, and tons of excitement! Please note: closed-toe shoes/sneakers are required.

Science Discoveries is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 8

Date/Time:
June 30 – July 3*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $749
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Soccer Skills Camp

This camp is for the curious at heart! We will dive into problem-solving challenges, scavenger hunts, mystery games, and more! You will strengthen your analytical and critical thinking skills as we work together to reach conclusions based on evidence. Games, puzzles, stories, quests, and more! Each week will contain different challenges, so join us for multiple weeks!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Space Exploration by Lavner Education

NASA. SpaceX. Boeing. Space is one of the most cutting-edge industries today and could have a huge impact on the future. Many countries, universities, and private companies are heavily investing in space research, discover, and travel, and now you can, too! Campers will be sent out on specially developed fun and exciting space missions that provide educational opportunities in physics, rocketry, astronomy, and math. Each day, campers will receive new missions and challenges that keep camp exciting and fun while creating their own spaceship, rocket launching with Roblox, and building a rover.

Space Exploration is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 6

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 14 – July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
SportsPlay Field Day by Kidokinetics

Looking for a fun way for your child to stay active? SportsPlay by Kidokinetics is for you! Our programs are designed to introduce kids to a variety of sports and activities, helping them build essential skills while having a blast. With options like golf, tennis, basketball, baseball, football, hockey, and more, there's something for every interest. Each day features a warm up, an introduction to a new sport or activity, free play, cool down, and an age-appropriate anatomy and physiology lesson. Not only is SportsPlay a great way for kids to have fun and stay active, it also promotes healthy habits and positive socialization!

SportsPlay is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering 2 – 5

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740
Lunch is included. Please do not send lunch to camp.
Spy Strategies & Competitions with Among Us by Lavner Education

We need you to use your special skills and deductive reasoning to determine who is sus and help us take them down! Hone your spy skills with special lessons that will teach you how to tell when someone is lying, how to go undetected and gain trust, and other important abilities that every spy needs. Spy gadgets will be available to help you become a master spy! Play the popular game Among Us and learn how to solve the case quickly as an expert detective, all while pulling off impressive imposter plays that will shock friends at camp! Learn special strategies, play fun and hilarious settings, and compete in exciting camp tournament! Each day a camper will be selected at random to be the 'imposter' and will have special missions to complete without detection from other campers. Do you think you have what it takes to pull it off?

Spy Camp with Among Us Competitions is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 5

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
Spy Tech by Lavner Education

Immerse yourself in the world of spy technology with brand-new, action-packed missions for 2025! Take your technology skills to the next level by participating in exciting spy missions throughout the week. Agents will need to fly virtual drones, create surveillance systems, encrypt messages, and much more! Using forensic science, spy skills, robotics systems, Roblox spy games, and encryption via ciphers, campers will learn about running an investigation using forensic science to complete exciting missions.

Spy Tech is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 7

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
STEAM Competition Week by Lavner Education

Join us for an exhilarating week-long STEAM camp where you will put your creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills to the test. Each day of the camp will be themed around a different letter in STEAM. Spend mornings learning and developing skills for tournament competitions in the afternoons, some of which will take place against other camp locations across the United States!

STEAM Competition Week is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 8

Date/Time:
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.
STEAM Escape by Lavner Education

Join us for a week-long adventure at our STEAM Escape Room Camp. Each day, you will work with your team to crack codes, solve puzzles, and decipher clues to break-out from a different STEAM-themed escape room. You will even have the opportunity to design and build your own escape room as you work with your team to develop a theme, design puzzles, and create the necessary props and clues.

STEAM Escape is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 6

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 16 – June 20*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition will be reduced.
STEM FUNdamentals with Lego® Materials

Level up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your creative ideas.

STEM FUNdamentals using Lego® Materials is offered in partnership with Play-well TEKnologies.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades K – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
Summer Musical Theater: Disney's Finding Nemo Kids

Summer at Hockaday's musical theater is for ALL who have an interest in musical theater - no experience is necessary. Come have a blast with us as we produce Disney's Finding Nemo Kids on stage! Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Be amazed at all your child will accomplish in one, fast week, and join us on Friday for our camp finale on stage!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 8

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740
Lunch is included. Please do not send lunch to camp.
Super Sleuths

This camp is for the curious at heart! We will dive into problem-solving challenges, scavenger hunts, mystery games, and more! You will strengthen your analytical and critical thinking skills as we work together to reach conclusions based on evidence. Games, puzzles, stories, quests, and more! Each week will contain different challenges, so join us for multiple weeks!

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
June 23– June 27, 12:30 p.m – 3:30 p.m
July 7– July 11, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
USA Archery Fundamentals by Kidokinetics

Kidokinetics USA Archery Fundamentals program is designed for elementary children looking to learn the basics of this fantastic Olympic sport! Archery will give your child the opportunity to develop important skills such as focus, concentration, coordination, balance, strength, stability, and accuracy. As an official partner of USA Archery, our camps utilize their nationally recognized curriculum. Lead coaches are certified by USA Archery for safety and quality of curriculum presentation. Your child will have fun with games and challenges teaching the to thrive on and off the range!

USA Archery Fundamentals is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4

Date/Time:
June 9 – June 13, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 23 – June 27, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $345
USTA NetGeneration Tennis by Kidokinetics

USTA NetGeneration Tennis is a fun and engaging way to introduce your child to the exciting world of tennis! Our program is designed specifically for young children, teaching them all the basic skills they need to know without requiring a court. Our curriculum includes a range of fun games and exercises to keep kids engaged while they learn. With NetGeneration Tennis, your child will not only learn valuable skills like serving, volleying, and backhand/forehand strokes, they will also gain confidence and an interest in the game. Our expert instructors are dedicated to providing a positive learning experience that sets your child up for success.

USTA NetGeneration Tennis is offered in partnership with Kidokinetics.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
June 16 – June 20*, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
After Care is available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $276

*Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025. Tuition has been reduced.
Wild About Art and Nature by Dallas Arboretum

Budding artists will explore the wonders of the great outdoors, turning leaves, twigs, and flowers into beautiful masterpieces. With a splash of sunshine and a touch of imagination, we will paint, sculpt, learn how to capture nature's beauty through photography, and create unique art inspired by the beauty of nature. Let your child's creativity bloom in the heart of summer!

Wild About Art and Nature is offered in partnership with Dallas Arboretum.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 3 – 4

Date/Time:
July 14 - July 18, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $740
Lunch is included. Please do not send lunch to camp.
YouTube® Video Production by Lavner Education

At YouTube® Video Production Camp, learn the exciting process of creating a successful vlog/video for YouTube! Identify an audience, create a brand, brainstorm a creative format, produce engaging content, and create at least one YouTube-style video. Sample topics may include Minecraft tutorials, video game walkthroughs, technology unboxing, product reviews, how-to videos, fashion videos, travel vlogs, lifestyle tips, and so much more! By the end of each camp week, campers will have created at least one video, written a description for a YouTube channel, and discovered strategic ways to make YouTube channels a success.

YouTube® Video Production is offered in partnership with Lavner Education.

Registrations will close at 11:59 p.m. every Thursday for the upcoming week to allow us to prepare for new groups of participants.

Ages: Entering Grades 2 – 5

Date/Time:
June 2 – June 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 9 – June 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
June 23 – June 27, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
July 7 – July 11, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

Tuition: $799
Campers have the option to add lunch at the time of registration or bring a lunch to camp.

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