The Hockaday Experience
Summer at Hockaday

Summer Lower School: Grades 3-4

General Information

Welcome to Summer at Hockaday 2024!

Lower School in-person camps and classes will take place in weekly, half-day sessions with a few full-day options, as noted in the schedule. 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.

The following Enrollment Contract and will require an electronic signature within the registration process. Please read prior to registering.
 

Download the Camps-At-A-Glance schedule on the right-hand side of this page to view camp schedules by week. To view camp details, scroll this page.

We are looking forward to welcoming your child to Hockaday this summer!
 

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Camp Invention - ILLUMINATE

A SUMMER AT HOCKADAY FAVORITE!
 
Camp Invention is where BIG ideas become the next BIG thing! Join us this summer for our brand-new curriculum - ILLUMINATE! Local educators lead the week of hands-on activities as boys and girls spend time exploring brand-new themes: Be an Innovative All-Star with In the Game, Shine Bright with Let's Glow, Explore the Earth and Water with Operation: Hydro Drop, and Build Big Ideas with Prototyping Studio. Lessons explore connections between science, technology, engineering, and innovation. Don’t miss out on brand new challenges.
 
Camp Invention is a creation of the National Inventors Hall of Fame.
 
What to bring: brown bag lunch with drink

Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 6

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

Tuition: $570 (Brown bag lunch is required.)

Explorations Camps for Grades 3 and 4

Lower School Explorations offers weekly in-person camps for children entering kindergarten through fourth grade. Programs offer a variety of activities and enrichment that span a wide range of interests. Classes are offered as half-day options with the opportunity to create a full-day of programming by selecting a morning and an afternoon program. Participants who attend a combination of a morning and afternoon offering within the same week should add lunch to their camp schedule for an additional fee.

Lunch is served to all campers who participate in a full-day schedule of programs, which includes a morning and afternoon program within the same week or a full-day program. Lunch includes hot and cold options, fresh fruit and vegetables, yogurt, a fresh salad bar, and dessert on Fridays.
 
Register for multiple weeks to create a summer experience of creative learning and enrichment! 

Explorations takes place in person June 3 through July 19 with morning sessions occuring 9:00 a.m. to noon and afternoon sessions occurring 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Lunch takes place from noon to 12:30 p.m. Before and After Care is available for an additional fee. 

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

Download the Camps-At-A-Glance schedule on the right-hand side of this page to view camp schedules by week. To view camp details, scroll this page.

Click on the boxes below to view details.

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  • 3D Innovation & Design with Minecraft by Lavner Education

    3D Minecraft Camp is for beginner, intermediate, and advanced campers with separate activities for all three levels. Campers will utilize their creativity, learn and improve skills, and work individually or collaboratively in a unique virtual world on Lavner's exclusive private servers. In addition to designing and building, campers will learn: (1) installing and using mods, (2) using WorldEdit, (3) survival & scratch crafting recipes, (4) using Redstone & electrical circuits, (5) game design and mini-games, (6) working with multiplayer servers, and  (7) competition skills in weekly Minecraft tournaments. On Fridays, everyone participates in weekly tournaments, and the excitement is off the charts! Campers may attend one week or multiple weeks, and move up in curricula each week!  
     
    3D Innovation & Design with Minecraft 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 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.
  • 3D Printing for Minecraft and Roblox by Lavner Education

    Take your Minecraft and Roblox creations to the next level (and dimension), and receive 3D prints of your builds! Your printed items will truly be one-of-a-kind when you design them inside the Minecraft and Roblox platforms and print them out at camp. Using Minecraft to create your own epic worlds and Roblox to create and customize characters, campers will create designs such as foods, vehicles, tools, and more.
     
    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:     
    July 8 – 12, 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.
  • 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 17 – June 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available for an additional fee.
     
    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 Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
    **Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition has been 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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 24 – June 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available for an additional fee.
     
    Tuition: $380

    *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.
  • 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:     
    July 1 – July 5*, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $256

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 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.
  • 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 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $648
    Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
  • Animal Encounters (Field Trip Camp)

    Animal lovers unite! This week is all about animals - learning about them and seeing them in person. Hockaday's transportation department will take us on fun and educational field trips in the DFW area to locations where we can view and interact with animals. Please make sure you bring a brown bag lunch as we will picnic together each day! A water bottle and sunscreen are also a must!

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

    Tuition: $730
    Campers will need to bring a lunch to camp for daily field trips.
  • App Development with App Inventor by Lavner Education

    If you want to have an impact now or in the future, learning how to create apps is a great first step! With MIT App Inventor campers will learn how to plan, design, code, and publish their very own apps. Create a game, photo editor, to-do list, or something completely different and unique. Develop your programming skills and familiarize yourself with the app creation process while working on a variety of fun, mini projects, such as a mini-golf game, a text-to-speech app, a chase game, a magic 8 ball app, or a whack-a-mole game. 

    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 8 – 12, 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 2024! 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 10 – 14, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 1 – July 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – July 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15– July 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320

    *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.
  • Bash 'em Bots using LEGO® Materials

    Design your custom LEGO® bot to take on any challenge. Mix and match chassis designs using wheels, treads, or walking legs. Combine these with tools like drills, hammers, and battering rams as you refine your masterpiece by sparring with friends and overcoming obstacles. Apply real-world engineering and physics concepts to help you bash and crash your way to victory. 
     
    Bash 'em Bots 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 2 – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • Bike Mania

    Five full days of bike challenges and fun will include daily bike adventures. We will begin with mastering essential bike skills and proceed to a new bike adventure each day. Camp will include a trip to the new Creekside Bike Skills Park with transportation provided by Summer at Hockaday! We will have relays, games on bikes, and our super-fun Tour de Meadow bike race. Interspersed with our riding will be breaks to cool off and play lawn 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    June 24 – June 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $780
    Lunch is included. Please do not send 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.
  • 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 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • Brilliant Strengths

    This camp is for students who have a diagnosis of dyslexia. Led by a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT), this strengths-based camp is based on Nicki Winter's program, Brilliant Strengths. It is designed to increase self-esteem and lower anxiety in students with dyslexia by incorporating children's literature, emphasizing strengths, and focusing on inspirational people with dyslexia. Campers are welcome to participate in multiple sessions.

    Please note: Camp occurs in two-week sessions.
     
    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 10 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 24 – July 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available for an additional fee.
     
    Tuition: $820

    *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.
  • Camp Invention - ILLUMINATE

    Camp Invention is where BIG ideas become the next BIG thing! Join us this summer for our brand-new curriculum - ILLUMINATE! Local educators lead the week of hands-on activities as boys and girls spend time exploring brand-new themes: Be an Innovative All-Star with In the Game, Shine Bright with Let's Glow, Explore the Earth and Water with Operation: Hydro Drop, and Build Big Ideas with Prototyping Studio. Lessons explore connections between science, technology, engineering, and innovation. Don’t miss out on brand new challenges. 
     
    What to bring: brown bag lunch with drink.
     
    Camp Invention is a creation of the National Inventors Hall of Fame
     
    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 – 6
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $570
    Campers will need to bring a lunch to camp.
  • Chess Camp by GM Annakov Chess Academy

    Chess Summer Camps are the perfect way to introduce the game of chess to those new to the game and to deepen chess understanding for established players. Grandmaster instructors will provide daily lessons, puzzles, and play to help guide you through each session. Grandmasters will share their chess vision on (1) Tactics, (2) Strategy, (3) Middlegame Planning, and (4) Endgame Technique. Each camp provides opportunities to practice these skills with classmates in a variety of activities and workshops. 
     
    Chess Camp is offered in partnership with Annakov Chess 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 – 8
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $648
    Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
  • Coding 101 with Scratch by Lavner Education

    Join Coding Camp 101 to gain lots of hands-on experience with computer science, game design, and animation! Scratch is a program designed to gain plenty of skills in coding, design, and more! Learn how to create story lines, use cool design features, and create interactive games with your newly acquired skills at camp. After creating your first animation, you'll work on a wide variety of interactive projects such as a maze game, a basketball game, a whack-a-mole game, a fruit droppers game, a Tron game, a table tennis game, a pinball game, or an asteroids arcade game, complete with levels and scoring! Each camper will finish the camp week with at least two projects.

    Coding 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 – 5
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 24 – 28, 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 with Lavner Education

    Using and becoming comfortable with computers is one of the most valuable skills that a child can learn to get a step ahead. Getting an early start with computers can help you succeed in school and develop critical thinking skills that open up endless possibilities. In this camp, campers will get a head start learning to type, using computer programs, and coding with Scratch! Activities will focus on: (1) using the mouse and keyboard, (2) using standard programs, (3) coding with Scratch, and (4) safe computer practices wile playing educational and fun games in a dynamic learning environment. This camp is perfect for beginners and even some intermediate computer users who want to build their skills, improve their coding, and learn to type faster. 

    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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 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 Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition will be 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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $395

    *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.
  • 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 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 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 Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
    **Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
  • 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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • Digital Art with Framed Art Included - Young Artists by Lavner Education

    Join us to learn how 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, creating textures, creating 2D/3D objects, utilizing spacing, utilizing 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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5*, 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, July 4, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • 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 3 – June 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 17 – June 21*, 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.
  • Discover Magic Blue Wand Course

    Get ready to take an amazing adventure into the exciting world of magic! Learn how to move objects with your mind, escape from chains, and operate a time machine, just to name a few. In this course, you will learn several types of magic from dinner table tricks to the big stage illusions. 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 Blue 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:     
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • Discover Magic Green Wand Course

    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 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $648
    Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
  • Discover Magic Orange Wand Course

    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 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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 17 – 21*, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.

    Tuition: $320

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • 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 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. 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 – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    June 24 – June 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $780
    Lunch is included. Please do not send 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.
  • 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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (full day)
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $380; $780 (June 3-7 only - full-day camp)
    Lunch is included in the cost of tuition for the week of June 3-7.
     
    *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.
  • 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 your way to mastering the four basic shots of golf in no tie! Not only will your child develop and improve golf skills, but 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:     
    July 1 – 5*, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m.  – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.

    Tuition: $320

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 5, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • FlagPlay by Kidokinetics

    Looking for a fun and exciting way to get your child up and moving? Look no further than Kidokinetics FlagPlay program! With a variety of games utilizing flag belts, children will be running, throwing, catching, and flag-pulling their way to victory while developing important gross and fine motor skills. Our focus on speed, agility, coordination, balance, accuracy, and cardiovascular endurance will keep your child active and engaged in a team-oriented environment. From flag football to capture the flag, our program introduces a range of games that are designed to put the fun first while keeping participants challenged and excited while building confidence.

    FlagPlay 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 17 - 21*, 9:00 a.m. –  12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $256

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
  • Game Design 101 with GDevelop by Lavner Education

    At Video Game Design Camp, you'll use GDevelop to create your own computer video games and learn how to create Apps that are compatible with PC computers and Android and/or iOS devices. The is the perfect opportunity for aspiring game designers to come away with new skills, knowledge, awesome projects, and a lot of accomplishments! GDevelop is a super intuitive game engine with an endless list of special features. This quick and flexible game engine has hundreds of features that will allow you to create any game you can imagine! The games created in this camp can run anywhere and can be exported with the click of a button. You can export to the web, as a mobile app on iOS and Android, and publish on Steam or the Microsoft Store! 
     
    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 3 – 7, 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

    In Video Game Design Camp with GameMaker, you will create incredible games with AWESOME graphics and learn to implement computer programming. Go through the process of creating a video game - programming, creating a user interface, and much more! Craft a storyline and develop characters using the advanced, built-in, digital painting software. Create floor plans with an easy-to-use, efficient, tiling technique that allows for excellent control and precision. Write your own code to power your game or use the drag-and-drop programming options. Campers will create at least one main project and one mini project. 
     
    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:     
    July 1 – 5*, 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.

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
  • Graphic Design - Custom Converse Sneakers 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 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 – 7
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 24 – 28, 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 – 7
     
    Date/Time:     
    July 8 – 12, 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 Design - Custom 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 white custom Vans shoes! 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 Vans Shoes 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 15 – 19, 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 Novel Book Club

    Do you love reading graphic novels? Join us as we enjoy this fun genre of reading together. We will also create out 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 10 – 14, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m
    June 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • KidOlympics by Kidokinetics

    Looking for a fun way for your child to go for the gold this summer? KidOlympics by Kidokinetics is for you! Our programs are designed to introduce kids to a variety of sports and activities with a fun Olympic theme. With options like golf, tennis, basketball, baseball, football, hockey, and more, there's something for every interest. Each day will feature activities and games that promote healthy habits and positive socialization!

    KidOlympics 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. –  3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $648
    Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
  • Kitchen Olympics

    Let's go for the gold together in this Olympic-themed cooking camp. We will create multiple kitchen creations in our own version of friendly competition, team building, and fantastic results. We will sample dishes from various Olympic countries, learn about food choices that are good for our brains and bodies, and have a great time cooking and baking together.
     
    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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. –  3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $730
    Lunch is included. Please do not send a lunch to camp.
  • Learning Lacrosse by Kidokinetics

    Let's learn Lacrosse! Your child will have the opportunity to learn and develop important skills such as scooping, passing, catching, cradling, and shooting through a non-competitive environment with trained coaches. Not only will they develop tactical, technical, and cooperative skills for lacrosse but also speed, agility, coordination, endurance, and accuracy for a healthy and active lifestyle. By utilizing USA Lacrosse's curriculum, Learning Lacrosse fosters confidence-building for your child and ensures they get interested in this exciting sport that continues to gain popularity nationwide.

    Learning Lacrosse 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 17 – 21*, 12:30 –  3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $256
     
    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
  • LEGO® Engineering Design Challenge

    Are you ready to up your engineering game? Our instructors will introduce mechanisms to get your gears turning; then, it's your job to take it to the next level! Go head-to-head or work towards a new personal best as we get ready to apply real-world concepts to Lego challenges!

    LEGO® Engineering Design Challenge 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 – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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. All equipment, including skates, knee/elbow guards, and safety helmets are included. Perfect for entry level girls and boys! 

    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 K – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    July 1 – 5*, 9:00 am. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
     
    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • 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 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 – 7
     
    Date/Time:     
    July 1 – 5*, 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, July 4, 2024. Tuition has been reduced
  • 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (full day)
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 10 – 14, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m..
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320; $720 (June 3-7 full-day camp)
    Lunch is included in the tuition for the week of June 3-7.
     
    *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.
  • Minecraft with Harry Potter-Themed Builds 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 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 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 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.
  • 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 K – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 am. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 10 – 14, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • Pickleball FUNdamentals

    Join Hockaday coaching staff for this new camp and learn to play Pickleball! Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. We will be able to play indoors or outdoors and will learn the elements of the game, practice growing our skills, and engage in friendly competition. Don’t miss this one – it’s going to be tons of 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 2 – 4
     
    Dates/Time:     
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    July 8 – July 12, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • Pokemon Master Engineering using Lego® Materials

    Lego® Master, you are chosen! In the race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokemon Champion, we need your help! Learn to build your favorite Pokemon, level up by teaching them special moves, evolve them into more powerful versions, and come face to face with the current champion in an epic battle for the title.

    Pokemon Engineering 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 2 – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 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 Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • Pretty Please

    In this class, you will learn table etiquette and manners in a fun and educational environment. We blend correctness, social poise, and manners for all occasions with kindness, consideration, and respect. You will have the opportunity to participate as host(ess) or guest of honor during the practice sessions and will learn that etiquette is not only for special occasions, but for daily activities as well. Pretty Please strives to instill a life-long social confidence. Come join us!

    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:     
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 15 – July 19, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • Reader's Theater

    This reading class will look at classic stories by using a fun performance style, reader’s theatre. You will explore the power of your own voice to bring characters to life right off the page with no pressure, because there is no heavy memorization required. Imagine giving voice to a woodland creature or creating thoughts for the leader of the townspeople. Public speaking exercises, theatre games, and improv will all be used as part of 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 3 – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    July 1 – 5*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $256

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
  • Roblox with Custom Obbys & Lua Coding by Lavner Education

    Roblox is an amazing platform 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 have to jump through and navigate correctly to reach an end goal. Campers will learn how to design and model a course like this in a three-dimensional environment. We will focus on programming and creating games using Roblox Studio and the programming language Lua. Lua is a high-level programming language that we can use to code features such as 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 8 – 12, 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

    Roblox is one of the fastest growing digital game development platforms as it allows users to quickly and easily create a huge variety of fun games with limitless creativity. In this Roblox Camp, you will learn how to design, customize, and code your very own Roblox games! Build the ultimate obby, or obstacle course, and design and create your very own 3D worlds complete with your choice of world type and custom environments. Daily learning opportunities include using LUA Programming to power different features in Roblox. At the end of each camp week, campers will go home with one or two customized Roblox games! 
     
    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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 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, July 4, 2024. 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 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

    This is the ultimate robotics and coding experience! As one of the original creators of Lego Mindstorms Robotics Camps, we offer a unique experience that embodies engineering, coding, problem solving, and teamwork. Our challenges throughout the week and the Friday ROBOWARS make camp epic. Campers will learn the fundamentals of robotics and engineering. By learning important principles, you'll acquire the ability to build robots first by following step-by-step instructions, and eventually by using your own creativity to free build. You'll also learn how to remote control your robots, work in teams, and program robots to move and use sensors! Campers will utilize math, logic, and critical thinking skills through building, programming, the use of trial and error, and the measurement of speed, time, and distance during daily challenges. 
     
    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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 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.
  • Roller Coaster Design with STEM Education by Lavner Education

    Join us for Roller Coaster Design Camp and learn to create your own model-sized roller coasters! In addition to having tons of fun and building skills in design and construction, you will also learn basic concepts in physics such as gravity, mass, inertia, velocity, acceleration, and potential energy, that you can apply when building the ultimate roller coaster. Working in teams, campers will use FAO Schwarz and Thames and Kosmos kits to build two to three motorized roller coasters each week. Fridays will include team demonstrations of their final roller coaster designs. 
     
    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 10 – 14, 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.
  • Run the Bases by Kidokinetics

    Get ready to score big! Join us for Run the Bases, where kids will learn the essentials of running bases while having fun playing kickball, t-ball, and baseball. Our program not only teaches the fundamentals of these sports but also helps children develop cardiovascular endurance and teamwork skills in a supportive and exciting environment. Imagine the sense of accomplishment and exhilaration as your child races across home plate with confidence and skill. Run the Bases gives your child an unforgettable experience that sets them up for success both on and off the field! 

    Run the Bases 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 10 – 14, 9:00 am. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 10 – 14, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • 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 – 7
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 15 – 19, 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.
  • 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 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 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.
  • Spy Camp with Among Us Competitions 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:     
    July 8 - 12, 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.
  • Spy Tech by Lavner Education

    Immerse yourself in the world of spy technology with brand-new, action-packed missions for 2024! 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 10 - 14, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    June 24 - 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 1 - 5*, 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, July 4, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • STEM Explorations with Lego® Materials

    Master 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 campers get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your creative ideas!
     
    STEM Explorations with 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 2 – 4
     
    Dates/Time:     
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $256

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
  • Summer Musical Theater: SEUSSICAL 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 the show Seussical KIDS on stage! "Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! 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 3 – 7, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $648
    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 10 – 14, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m
    July 1 – July 5*, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m
    Before Care and After Care are available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition will be reduced.
  • Superhero with STEM Education by Lavner Education

    Have you ever wished that you could be a hero? Join us for Superhero Camp, and you can live the dream! Boost your confidence and explore your imagination while entering the world of superheroes and learning valuable science, technology, engineering, ad math concepts. Gain spectacular hands-on experience with building, designing, and creating as you navigate your way through superhero missions and create your very own superhero identity! Campers will learn engineering and critical thinking skills to build superhero headquarters and robots. Discover the science behind awesome superhero powers like flight, night vision, time travel, magnetism, and much more. Special superhero events and challenges take place on Fridays! 
     
    Superhero 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 – 3
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 10 - 14, 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.
  • Transportation Engineering using LEGO® Materials

    Break the sound barrier on a supersonic jet, deliver cargo by train, and explore a swamp in your airboat. Build and create different modes of transportation out of more than 20,000 pieces of LEGO®, all while learning about the engineering concepts that make vehicles and vessels work.
     
    Transportation Engineering 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 2 – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    July 1 – 5*, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $256

    *Summer at Hockaday will be closed Thursday, July 4, 2024. Tuition has been reduced.
  • 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 K – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    After Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320
  • Video Production for YouTube® by Lavner Education

    At Video Production for YouTube®  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. 
     
    Video Production 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 2 – 5
     
    Date/Time:     
    June 17 – 21*, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 1 – 5**, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 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.
  • Wizarding World of Engineering using Lego® Materials

    Master the magic of Harry Potter using Legos®! Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Quidditch, and duel with the evil Lord Voldemort. Hone your magical skills while learning about advanced Muggle (STEM) concepts.
     
    Wizarding World of Engineering using Lego® 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 – 4
     
    Date/Time:     
    July 15 – 19, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Before Care is available at the time of registration.
     
    Tuition: $320

Athletic Camps

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  • All-Skills Volleyball Camp

    Coached by Andy Gass, Head Varsity Coach at The Hockaday School, Allison Camp, Varsity Volleyball Assistant Coach at The Hockaday School, and Christy Alvillar, Junior Varisty Volleyball Coach at The Hockaday School.

    Volleyball Camp is designed for the 4th-8th grade athlete as an introduction to the sport of volleyball. Players will build on individual skills such as serving, passing, setting, and hitting. Players will also strengthen basic offensive and defensive concepts.

    Ages: Entering Grades 4 – 8
     
    Dates/Time: July 29 – August 2, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
     
    Tuition: $200

  • Basketball Camp (Coed)

    Get ready for an action-packed basketball extravaganza this summer! We are excited to announce the upcoming Hockaday youth basketball summer camp for K-4th grade! Our Varsity coaching staff’s specially crafted program will cover fundamental basketball skills like dribbling, shooting, and passing in a fun and supportive environment. But our camp is not just about drills – we've got a lineup of dynamic games and activities that will instill a love for the game and foster a sense of teamwork. In addition to the on-court experience, all participants will receive a camp t-shirt, and light snacks. Don’t wait, enroll today! 

    Ages: Entering Grades K – 4
     
    Dates/Time: July 22 – 26, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
     
    Tuition: $360
  • Soccer Skills Camp

    Get ready for an exciting soccer experience this summer at The Hockaday School's Soccer Camp! Our camp is designed to provide players of all skill levels with a dynamic and engaging environment to develop their soccer abilities while having a blast on the field. Camp highlights will include daily focus on specific aspects of the game, scrimmages that are active and friendly, positive reinforcement from Hockaday’s excellent coaching staff, and age-appropriate learning for beginner and experienced players.

    Coached by Hockaday’s own Johanna Sanchez, Coach Joh has been coaching youth soccer since 2007 and has dedicated her career to nurturing young athletes and instilling a passion for the beautiful game. Starting in 2007 with the Houston Dynamo youth and later transitioning to the FC Dallas youth in 2011, she has had the privilege of working with players of all ages, ranging from 2 to 18 years old.

    Ages: Entering Grades 1 – 4
     
    Dates/Time:
    June 10 – 14, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    June 24 – 28, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
    July 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
     
    Tuition: $320
Within the private school community, The Hockaday School is an independent college-preparatory day school for girls from grades PK–12 located in Dallas, Texas. Students realize their limitless potential through challenging academic curricula, arts, athletics, and extracurricular programs so that they are inspired to lead lives of purpose and impact.