Camps, cool activities abound for kids this summer

CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL DAY CAMPS (operated by individual schools or church parishes)

IN NEW ORLEANS
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS
                        Little Falcons Summer Camp, 4600 Canal St., New Orleans, for boys and girls entering grades pre-K4 through 2. Three, two-week sessions, June 8-19, June 22-July 3, July 6-17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Onsite and offsite field trips, water games, inflatables, outdoor and indoor games, arts and music, STEM activities, structured play and snowballs. Cost, $400 for one session, $725 for two sessions and $1,050 for three sessions. Registration, $60 per family. Pay in full before May 15 and receive a $50 discount. Extended care available. Register at www.cbs-no.org/cbs-summer-camp; email, [email protected].
                        Christian Brothers Summer Camp, 8 Friederichs Ave., New Orleans, for boys and girls entering grades 3-7. Three, two-week sessions, June 8-19, June 22-July 3, July 6-17. Certified instructors, new organized sports program, rock climbing, indoor and outdoor games, structured play, educational technology, bowling, movies, team skill-building, archery, field hockey, drama, art and crafts, guest speakers, field trips and snowballs. Lunch is included. Extended care available. Contact Heath Barker at [email protected] or (504) 486-6770.
 
ST. PIUS X
                        Spx Summer Camp, 6600 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans, for boys and girls enrolled in St. Pius School entering grades pre-K3 through 1. Four, one-week sessions, June 1-26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended care available. Contact (504) 282-2811.
 
IN BELLE CHASSE
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help 
                        Hornet Summer Camp, 8970 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, for boys and girls entering grades pre-K1 to 7, June 1-July 31, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Extended care available. Morning prayer service, daily Bible study, gym games, art time, water fun, technology, crafts, sports, reading, math facts, field trips and visiting performers. Cost, $150 per week, $50 registration. Contact, (504) 394-0757 or email [email protected].
 
IN GRETNA
ST. CLETUS
                        St. Cletus Summer Camp, 3610 Claire Ave., Gretna, for boys and girls ages 5-13, June 8-July 17, 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., plus a separate camp for younger children who are St. Cletus students, ages 3-4, who stay on campus for all activities. Swimming three times a week, weekly field trips, games, outdoor activities, waterslides, snowballs, movies, skating, golf, zoo mobiles and inflatables. Daily breakfast and lunch included in camp tuition. Cost, $135 per week, plus one-time $35 registration due by May 23. Before care, 7-9 a.m., free. Extended care is available. Contact, (504) 366-3538 or email [email protected]. Camp director Wendy Usannaz.
 
ST. JOSEPH
                        St. Joseph Preschool Program, 610 6th St., Gretna, for boys and girls ages 2 (by Sept. 30) through kindergarten, June 1-26 and June 29-July 24, full- and part-time hours available. Fun and educational with weekly themes and hands-on activities, on-campus field trips, special snacks and water day. Cost, $405, full day; $330, part-time. Director, Rebecca Rivarde, [email protected]; (504) 261-0454.
 
IN HARVEY
ST. ROSALIE
                        Hawks’ Haven, 617 Second Ave., Harvey, for infants and toddlers, ages 6 weeks to 2 years. Daycare program is open, with before care beginning at 6:45 a.m. and extended care from 3 to 6 p.m. Breakfast is served from 7:20 to 7:50 a.m. For information, call Caren Creppel, director of Hawks’ Haven and principal of St. Rosalie School, at (504) 341-4342.
 
IN LAPLACE
ASCENSION OF OUR LORD
                        Ascension of Our Lord Summer Camp, 1809 Greenwood Drive, LaPlace, for boys and girls entering grades K-7. June 1-July 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Swimming, movies, games, crafts, water fun. Cost, $130 a week; $80 for three days. Registration, $25 ($50 after April 17). Extended care available. Registration, April 17 or May 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. Information, (985) 652-4532 or www.aolcrusaders.org.
                       
IN LULING
HOLY FAMILY
                        Holy Family Summer Camp, 155 Holy Family Lane, Luling, for boys and girls ages 5-11, June 1-26 and July 6-24 (no camp June 29-July 3), 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $730, with discounts available for multiple children in one family. Before and after care are available for an additional fee. Field trips, Space Walk, contests, dodge ball, arts and crafts, relay races, swimming, water days, magic shows and many other indoor/outdoor activities. Registration opens March 16. Contact, (985) 785-9244; [email protected]. 
 
IN MARRERO
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
                        ICS Summer Camp, 601 Avenue C, Gretna, for boys and girls ages 3-12. Session I: June 1-26; Session II: July 6-24, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Daily swimming on campus, field trips, karaoke, line dancing, sports, game room fun, playground, arts and crafts, and drama. Cost, $135 per week, plus $35 registration. Discounts for multiple children in same family. Registration April 25 from 8 a.m. to noon in Hebert Hall. Extended care available. Contact, (504) 347-4409.
 
IN METAIRIE
ST. BENILDE
                        Camp Benilde, 1801 Division St., Metairie, for boys and girls ages 3 through 12, June 1-July 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. No camp June 29-July 3 (when Vacation Bible School is held). Safe, fun and exciting environment. Campers will enjoy field trips, swimming at Paradise Manor, outdoor and indoor games and inflatables. Cost, $145 per week. Extended care available. Breakfast and lunch included. Directors, Molly Zamora and Eric Kaftan, (504) 833-9894; [email protected]; www.stbenilde.com. 
 
ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA
                        St. Catherine Of Siena Summer Camp, 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, for boys and girls entering grades pre-K4 through 7 (open only to current St. Catherine of Siena School students and parishioners). Three two-week sessions, June 1-12, June 15-26 and June 29-July 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Field trips, field and water days, sports, crafts, electives and daily prayer. Camp will be engaging, fun and formative. Cost, $350 per session with discounts for multiple sessions and multiple siblings. Extended care, lunch and snacks available. Camp director, Matt Orillion, (504) 831-2688 or [email protected].
 
ST. CHRISTOPHER 
                        For boys and girls entering grades pre-K3 through 7. Seven weekly sessions, June 8-July 24, 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Students from other schools welcome. Swimming, sports, movies, parks, bowling, music, museums, karate, various enrichment programs and more. Two snacks daily included, lunch available. Cost, $175 per week, discounts for additional weeks and for multiple children. Extended care available. Participants in Early Education Summer Camp must be potty-trained. Registration: March 24 and April 23, 3:30 to 6 p.m., and May 28, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., at St. Christopher Parish Center. Call Lindsay Naquin or Sarah Todd for more information, 833-5591.
 
ST. LOUIS KING OF FRANCE 
                        Camp Crusader, 1600 Lake Ave., Metairie, for boys and girls entering grades pre-K4 through 7. May 26-July 24, 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Campers are grouped for age-appropriate programs. Campers attend daily sports, creative arts and STEM classes. Camp Crusader has an onsite swimming pool, and campers free swim daily. Cost, $175 per week, $1,340 for full summer (available through April 30), plus $75 registration fee beginning March 16. Extended care available. Camp directors are Janea Boyd, Beth Tusa and Trisha Hebert. Information, (504) 267-9982 or (504) 833-8224; email, [email protected].
 
ST. MARY MAGDALEN
                        Cougar Camp, 6421 West Metairie Ave., Metairie, for boys and girls entering grades pre-K3 through 7. June 1-July 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost, $150 a week; $1,100 for eight weeks; daily drop-in rates available; registration, $45. Sports, crafts, swimming, Laser Tag, bowling, rock climbing and more. Information, (504) 733-1433; www.smmcougars.org. Camp director, Caren Favaloro, [email protected].
 
ST. PHILIP NERI
                        Camptastic! 6600 Kawanee Ave., Metairie, for boys and girls ages 3-13. June 1-July 31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Younger children, ages 3-4, will remain on campus. Reading round-up, field trips, bowling, zoo, guest speakers, mobile video van, swim skills, arts and crafts, library and computer time, inflatables, water slide. Cost, $150 per week, with discounts available for multiple children. Registration fee ranges from $15-$50, depending on number of children. Additional fee of $15 charged if registered after May 10; campers registered before April 3 receive free camp T-shirt. Before care is free; after care is an extra charge. Information, Christine Grote, (504) 887-5600. Email, [email protected].
                        Drama Camp, for boys and girls entering grades K-9, June 8-July 24, 4 to 6 p.m. Indoor and outdoor theater activities that teach focus, cooperation, collaboration and confidence building. Prepare for a musical production, July 24-26. Cost of seven-week program, $200 for St. Philip Neri students, $245 for other students. Sibling discounts available. Contact director, Stacy Taliancich Randall, to register, [email protected]; (504) 427-3340; www.stphilipneri.org.
 
IN RESERVE
ST. PETER 
                        St. Peter School Summer Camp, 188 West 7th St., Reserve, for boys and girls in pre-K grades only, May 26-July 31, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost, $135 for five-day weekly program and $90 for three-day weekly program. Camp director, Marie Comeaux; [email protected]; (985) 536-4296.
 
IN RIVER RIDGE
ST. MATTHEW THE APOSTLE
                        SMA Camp Crusader, 10021 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, for boys and girls entering grades pre-K3 through 7. May 25-July 17 (no camp July 3), 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weekly and four-week sessions available. Cost, $150 a week; $500 for four weeks (prepaid); $950 eight weeks (prepaid); $35 registration fee. Discounts for multiple campers. Swimming, bowling, skating, karate, movies, laser shows, inflatables, puppet shows, museums, zoo, Aquavan, Bugmobile, storyteller, pony rides, petting zoo, train rides, Tumblebus, firemen and policemen visits, science lab, cooking classes, music and dance, games, weekly theme parties and more. Extended care available for additional fee. Information, camp director, Dennise Brennan, [email protected], (504) 737-4604 (school); www.smaschool.net.
 
IN SLIDELL
OUR LADY OF LOURDES
                        OLL Summer Camp, 345 Westchester Blvd., Slidell, for boys and girls entering grades pre-K4 to 7. June 1-July 31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weekly themes in global cultural awareness; arts and crafts; fairytales and fantasy; local heroes and first responders; science and technology; sports and fitness; under and on the sea; Vacation Bible School; and wildlife and nature. Plus, swimming, splash pads, field trips, skating, dance, martial arts, skits and shows. Breakfast, lunch and all activities included. Cost, $125 a week; daily drop-in rate, $30; registration in school cafeteria, $40, March 28 and April 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and May 18 from noon to 1:30 p.m.; T-shirt, $10. Extended care available. Information, director Roy Delaney and assistant director Sadie Westmoland;  [email protected]; (985) 643-3230; https://ollonline.com/summer-camp.
 
ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST
                        St. Luke the Evangelist Summer Camp, 910 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell, for boys and girls ages 5-13, May 25-July 3, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free before care starting at 7 a.m.; after care available. Can attend weekly sessions or all six weeks. Many fun activities. $40 registration fee; $120 week. Open house April 4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; May 16, 9 a.m. to noon. Free T-shirt if camper registers before May 1. Registration forms accepted Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m.). Contact, (985) 641-6570; www.saintlukeslidell.org/summercamp; [email protected]. 
 
HIGH SCHOOLS
(Day camps, sports camps, activities offered by high schools in the Archdiocese of New Orleans) 
 
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY
                        The Academy Of Our Lady Summer Camp, 5501 Westbank Expy., Marrero, offers a variety of activities for both boys and girls, ages 3-12; Session 1, June 1-26; Session 2, July 6-24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Swimming, arts and crafts, sports, daily swimming (on campus), gym games, game room, line dancing and more. Registration is March 21, 8 to 11 a.m. or online at theacademyofourlady.org; extended care available. Cost, $125 a week plus $35 registration. Contact, camp director Genia Roper, (504) 341-6217; [email protected]; www.theacademyofourlady.org.



ACADEMY OF THE  SACRED HEART
                        Academy Of The Sacred Heart Summer Camp, 4301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, for boys and girls, ages 1-13, June 1-July 17. Arts, sports, water fun, music, cheerleading, competitive games, yoga, fitness, sports, track and field, Jump Start and more. This year’s theater camp will stage “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” All programs directed by experienced, qualified and dedicated faculty and staff. Lunch is included in the tuition, and before/after-care are available for all camps. Cost depends on camp choice. Check website, www.ashrosary.org/summer. Information, (504) 269-1230; [email protected]. Director, Meliss Saltaformaggio, [email protected].
 
ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE
                        Chapelle Summer Camp And Acorn Camp, 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, June 1-26 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Acorn Camp is open to girls entering grades 1-3. Summer Camp is open to girls entering grades 4-7. Select customized camp schedules to fit each individual camper. Program allows campers to make lasting memories through spirited team builders, weekly themed activities and shared Chapelle traditions. Teachers, alumnae and current students supervise the camp. Before-care free, after-care available through 5:30 p.m. Cost, $160 per week plus one-time $30 registration fee. Registration now open. Camp director, Emily Radcliffe, ’11. Information, (504) 467-3105; [email protected]; chapellesummercamp.com.
                        Chapelle Sports Camps, May 26-29, for girls entering grades 3-7; basketball or softball, 9 a.m. to noon; volleyball, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.; $75 per session or $140 for both morning and afternoon sessions. Camp director, Emily Radcliffe. [email protected]; (504) 467-3105.
 
ARCHBISHOP HANNAN
                        Little Hawk Day Camp, 71324 Hwy. 1077 Covington, for boys and girls, ages 5-12, June 1-July 10, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Camp holiday July 4. Field trips to Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center, Kids & Family Arena, Mandeville Social, Randazzo’s, Maritime Museum, Children’s Museum of St. Tammany, CLAPS, movie theaters and more. Enjoy arts and crafts, petting zoos, karate demonstrations, sports, games and waterslides. Online registration only. Contact: (985) 249-6363; [email protected]; www.hannanhigh.org; camp director Ashley Faucheux and Brittany Zibilich; cost, $170 per week. Extended care also available.
                        Archbishop Hannan Sports Camps: All sports campers who register by May 1 will receive a Hannan Athletics T-shirt. Online registration only. Information, www.hannanhigh.org or contact director Ashley Faucheux at (985) 249-6363 or [email protected].          
                        Baseball, boys, ages 7-12, May 26-29, 8:30 a.m. to noon, $150, Coquille Sports Park. Info: Head baseball coach Paul Wineski, [email protected].
                        Basketball, boys and girls, ages 7-13, May 26-29, 12:30 to 4 p.m., $150. Info: Head basketball coach Errol Gauff, [email protected].
                        Soccer, boys, ages 7-13, June 1-5, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., $165, Hawk Field. Info: Head soccer coach Trey Labat, [email protected].
                        Volleyball, ages 7-12, May 26-29, 8:30 a.m. to noon, $160, Hannan gym. Info, head coach Bekki Bonnaffee, [email protected].
                        Archbishop Hannan Hawkettes Dance Camp, girls ages 4-13, July 13-16, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., learn hip hop, jazz, kick and pom dance techniques. After lunch, watch dance-related movies, make crafts and play games. Culminates with special Thursday performance. Cost, $165. Director, Brittany Zibilich. 
                       
ARCHBISHOP RUMMEL
                        Archbishop Rummel Day Camp, 1901 Severn Ave., Metairie, for boys and girls, ages 5-12, May 26-July 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Indoor games, sports, arts and crafts, swimming and field trips. The safety and well-being of each child is vitally important. Information, (504) 834-5592; [email protected]; register online, at www.rummelraiders.com; extended care available. Pay by the week or choose a discounted seven-week package. Camp director, Kevin Carrigee.
                        Archbishop Rummel Arts and Athletics Specialty Programs will be offered in football, baseball, basketball, track and wrestling. Age requirements vary. For more information, visit www.rummelraiders.com and click on “summer camp information.” Camp directors are coach Frank Cazeaux (baseball); coach Nick Monica (football); coach Scott Thompson (basketball); coach Rod Cusachs (wrestling); coach Bobby Sanders (track). Register online at www.rummelraiders.com.

ARCHBISHOP SHAW
                        Archbishop Shaw Summer Experience, 1000 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, for boys and girls, ages 4-12, June 1-July 10, 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. Daily activities include swimming, games and sports. New this year: Summer Science Camp for ages 10-14. Info: camp director Ben Russo, [email protected]. Archbishop Shaw also will host sports camps coordinated by Shaw coaches in various sports.
 
  BROTHER MARTIN
                        Brother Martin Crusader Camp, 4401 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, for boys, ages 6-12, May 25-July 3, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activity and sport concentrations as well as art, band (new), computer, STEM (new), swimming and field trips are offered. Cost, $160 per week and $870 for all six weeks. Discounts for registration by April 24. Before-care free, after-care available until 5 p.m.; lunch available for $25 per week. Info: (504) 283-1561, ext. 3022; [email protected]; www.brothermartin.com; camp director, Donnie Midkiff.
                        Brother Martin Specialty Camps in baseball, basketball, middle-school golf, lacrosse, soccer, wrestling and study skills/test prep (fees, dates and ages vary) will be held. Instruction for all specialty camps will be provided by Brother Martin staff or varsity coaches and players. Info, www.brothermartin.com or Patty Larkin, (504) 283-1561, ext. 3022.
                        Baseball, boys 6-13, May 25-29, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Farley Field. Optional lunch. Cost, $190, includes T-shirt.
                        Baseball, boys 8-14, July 6-10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Farley Field. Cost, $165 or $45 a day.
                        Basketball, boys 7-13, July 6-10 or July 13-17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Monday-Thursday) and 9 a.m. to noon (Friday), Conlin Gymnasium. Cost, $140 per week or $250 for both sessions.
                        Middle-School Golf Outing, boys grades 5-8, June 6, 2 p.m. shotgun start at Bayou Oaks North Course. Cost, $60 for two-person team (student and parent/guardian). Register in advance with coach Ron Brisbi, (504) 810-0121.
                        Lacrosse 7 on 7 Camp, for boys 10 years old through high school, Wednesdays, May 27 through July 8. Boys placed in age-appropriate groups, starting at 4 p.m. Cost, $100.
                        Study Skills and Test Prep, boys entering grades 6-7, July 30 and 31 and Aug. 3 and 4, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost, $125. Includes snacks.
                        Tennis Camp, boys and girls ages 6-13, July 13-17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Chateau Golf and Country Club. Cost, $190, includes T-shirt. Optional lunch.
                        Crusader Wrestling Camp, June 11-13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with two sessions and live wrestling and open mat. Cost, $175.
                        All-American Wrestling Camp, July 23-25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with two sessions and live wrestling and open mat. Cost, $175. If a camper attends both wrestling camps, cost is $300.
 
CABRINI
                        Camp Cabrini, 1400 Moss St., New Orleans, for girls and boys entering grades 1-7; five weekly sessions, May 25-June 26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fishing, sewing, cooking, STEM, cross-stitching, volleyball, basketball, dance, cheer, games, arts and crafts, painting, drama, track and field, softball, kickball, movies, media, water games, soccer, jewelry-making and more. Friday Extravaganzas featuring special activities or field trips. Info: (504) 482-1193; [email protected]. Director Lisa Dubus. Cost, $150 per week, $60 non-refundable registration fee. Extended care available. Fees due by May 22.
                        Cabrini Performing Arts Camp for girls and boys entering grades 4-8, July 6-10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (cost, $250) or 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (cost, $300). Drama, singing, instrumental music and movement with a showcase Friday afternoon. Info: [email protected]; directors, Elizabeth Argus, Caroline Harris and Meghan Kessel.
                        Cabrini Sports Camps include:
                        Basketball, girls and boys, grades 1-7, July 6-10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $170; head coach Nancy Walsh; [email protected]
                        Volleyball, girls and boys, entering grades 1-7, July 13-16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $170; coach Kasey Laird-Dennies; [email protected]
                        Soccer, girls entering grades 1-7, June 29-July 2, 8 to 11 a.m., $140 plus $20; coach Ryan Hodkinson, [email protected]
                        Softball, girls entering grades 1-7, July 20-23, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., $140; coach Sydney Loupe, [email protected]
 
  HOLY CROSS
                        Holy Cross Summer Camp, 5500 Paris Ave., New Orleans, for boys and girls, ages 4-12, two, three-week sessions, June 1-19 and June 22-July 10, 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Six weeks of focused, fun enrichment and skills development. Clinics include math, reading, science, computer skills, art, music karate, wrestling, football, baseball, basketball, soccer, cheerleading/dance, drama, water activities and lagniappe. Off-campus field trips once a week. Cost, $500 per three-week session or $195 per week for one child, discounts for multiple children. Extended care free (7:30 to 8:45 a.m. and 2:45 to 5:30 p.m.); non-refundable registration fee of $35 ($50 after May 1). Camp director, Phil White, ’06, (504) 942-2434; [email protected]; register at www.holycrosstigers.com. 

JESUIT
                        Jesuit Summer Day Camp, 4133 Banks St., New Orleans, for boys, ages 5-12. Three- or six-week sessions available, June 1-19 and June 22-July 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Swimming, field play, sports, water play, movies, picnics and all-day field trips.
                        Three-week camp is $415; six-week camp is $710. Weekly rates, sibling discounts, lunch and extended care available. Registration includes two T-shirts, a sports bottle and a camp bag. Register online at www.jesuitnola.org/summer-programs. Camp director, Troy Baglio, [email protected], (504) 251-1204. Early registration ends on May 22. Any registrations received after that time will be charged a one-time fee of $50.
                        Jesuit Sports Camps include:
                        Jesuit Basketball Camps (four separate camps) for boys, ages 5-13. Head basketball coach Chris Jennings offers daily instruction in fundamentals covering areas of ball handling, shooting, passing and defensive play. There is also team play, individual competition and instructional videos. More information: [email protected].
                        Four camps are as follows: 
                        Jay Kids Camp (Basketball), ages 5-7, May 28-29, 9 a.m. to noon.
                        Biddy Basketball Camp I, ages 6-11, June 1-5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost, $265 for full-day camp or $165 for morning session and $130 for afternoon session. 
                        Biddy Basketball Camp II, ages 6-11, June 8-12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost, $265 for full-day camp or $165 for morning session and $130 for afternoon session. 
                        Basketball Camp III, ages 8-13, June 15-19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost, $265 for full-day camp or $165 for morning session and $130 for afternoon session. 
                        Jesuit Baseball Camp, for boys, ages 6-12, June 8-11 and June 22-25, 8 a.m. to noon, at John Ryan Stadium. One-on-one instruction, skills checklist, hitting, fielding, base running and coach-pitched games. Directed by head baseball coach Kenny Goodlett and his staff. Cost, $150.
                        Jesuit Study Skills Camp, for boys and girls in grades 5-9, July 6-9 and July 13-16, 9 a.m. to noon. Offered as helpful instruction. Program investigates a student’s individual learning style and introduces the student to a diverse number of study skills. Instruction on note-taking, time management and test-taking skills. Instructor, John Webre. Info: www.jesuitnola.org/summer-programs.
 
MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY
                        Mount Carmel Summer Camps, 7027 Milne Blvd., New Orleans, offer a vast array of specialty camps for girls entering grades 5-8, and junior camps for girls entering grades 2-4. June 1-26. Morning sessions, 9 a.m. to noon; afternoon sessions, 1 to 4 p.m. Extended care available. Cost, $35 registration per child before May 1; $40 after May 1. Camp fees, $80 to $105 per session. Check website for comprehensive list of offerings, which include arts, embroidery, crafts, journaling, scrapbooking, animation, toy-making, athletics, cheer, dance, softball, basketball, soccer, life skills, cooking, board games, creative writing, party planning, sewing, etiquette, coding, forensics, photography, 3-D modeling, Harry Potter, theater, music, video production, science, volleyball, yoga and Disney. Camp director, Denna Cheramie. Registration available online at www.mcacubs.com through May 22. Information, [email protected]; (504) 288-7626.
 
POPE JOHN PAUL II
                        Pope John Paul II Summer Athletics, Art, Drama And Academic Camps, 1901 Jaguar Drive, Slidell, will be offered in June and July. For more information, go to www.pjp.org or call (985) 649-0914.
                        Archery Camp, for boys and girls entering grades 6-9, July 6-9, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Practice 11 steps to successfully shooting arrows. Director, Bryan Wilson. Cost, $175.
                        Boys’ Basketball Camp, for boys entering grades 5-9, June 15-18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drills in agility, ball-handling, passing, offensive and defense drills. Coach Brendan Stanton. Cost, $225.
                        Tennis Camp, for girls and boys entering grades 3-9, June 15-18, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Designed for beginners and intermediate players. Coach Susan McDonough. Cost, $175.
                        Field Hockey Camp, for girls entering grades 5-9, June 15-18, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Focus on fundamentals through individual and team drills and daily games. Coach Kristin Rodgers. Cost, $175.
                        Youth Football Camp, for boys entering grades 5-9, June 22-25, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Football fundamentals, teamwork and character development. Coach Rory Graver. Cost, $175.
                        Youth Boys’ Lacrosse Camp, for boys entering grades 5-9, July 13-19, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Teaches lacrosse fundamentals, teamwork and character development. Coach Matt Bildstein. Cost, $175.
                        Volleyball Camp, for girls entering grades 5-9, July 13-16, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Focus on fundamentals through competitive individual and team drills. Coach Myah Cordrey. Cost, $175.
                        Baseball Camp, for boys entering grades 5-9, June 13-16, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Campers will participate in practices, activities and games that focus on fine-tuning their game for high school. Coach Charles DeLuzio. Cost, $175.
                        Softball Camp, for girls entering grades 5-9, June 22-25, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Pitching, hitting, catching and infield/outfield fundamentals. Coach Amanda Knight. Cost, $175.
                        Cheerleading Camp, for girls entering grades 3-9, June 15-18, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Director, Beth Price. Cost, $175.
                        Youth Girls’ Camp, for girls entering grades 5-9, June 22-25, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Focuses on developing technical and tactical skills, fun. Coach Virginia McElroy. Cost, $175.
                        Fine Arts Camp, for girls and boys entering grades 5-9, June 22-25 and July 6-9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Work in two- and three-dimensional media such as pencil, charcoal, pastel, colored pencil, clay, wire, plaster, acrylic paint and printmaking. Director, Mary Jo Tella. Cost, $240.
                        Young Artists Camp, for girls and boys entering grades 1-4, June 22-25 and July 6-9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Use your imagination to create arts and crafts projects using many different materials. Director, Susan Greco. Cost, $240.
                        Performing Arts Camp, for girls and boys entering grades 3-9, June 15-19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Explore the world of theater and build confidence. Director, Marusia Lynn. Cost, $225.
                        Study Starter, for Pope John Paul II students entering grades 9-10, June 22-25, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Improve ability to retain information. Cost, $175.
                        College Prep Camp, for Pope John Paul II rising seniors, June 24-27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get a jump start on senior year by writing and revising college essays, completing the common application, practicing interview skills and looking for scholarships. Director, Kristen Shoemaker. Camp is free.
 
ST. AUGUSTINE
                        Junior Purple Knights Summer Camp, 2600 A.P. Tureaud Ave., New Orleans, offers four weekly sessions for boys in grades 4-7, June 1-26, 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Tons of summer fun with sports, creative arts, adventure, STEM projects and more. Cost, $175 per week, with a $30 registration fee that includes a camp T-shirt.  Extended care available. Register online at www.StAugNola.org. Information, (504) 944-2424 or [email protected]; camp director, Kenneth McNair.
 
ST. CHARLES CATHOLIC
                        St. Charles Catholic, 100 Dominican Drive, LaPlace, will offer the several sports and specialty camps. For information, call (985) 652-3809 or go to www.stcharlescatholic.org:
                        Baseball, ages 6-13, June 1-3, 9 a.m. to noon, coach Wayne Stein, (985) 703-0672; [email protected]. Cost, $75.
                        Boys’ Basketball, ages 8-12, June 9-11, 8 to 10:30 a.m., coach Jeff Montz, (985) 652-3809; [email protected]. Cost, $75.
                        Volleyball, ages 9-13, Aug. 3-5, 3 to 5 p.m., coach Tricia Lowry, (985) 652-3809; [email protected]. Cost, $80.
                        Cheerleader Mini Camp, ages 4-13, June 1-4, 9 a.m. to noon, instructor Dennille Monica, (225) 445-1018, [email protected]. Cost, $50.
                        Starstepper Mini Camp, ages 4-13, June 15-18, 9 a.m. to noon, instructor Sarah Faucheux, (985) 817-9883, [email protected]. Cost, $50.
                        Creativity Camp, ages 9-13, July 13-17, 8 a.m. to noon, instructor Robyn Denny, [email protected]. Cost, $80.
                        Football, ages 7-12, July 13-17, 8:30-11:30 a.m., coach Frank Monica, (985) 652-3809, ext. 108 or (504) 915-0374.
 
ST. MARY’S DOMINICAN
                        Dominicamp, 7701 Walmsley Ave., New Orleans, for girls, entering grades 5-9, June 1-19, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Do-“mini” Chefs, jewelry-making, dance, math mania, Domini-tectives, TechTastic, science quest and drama. Director, Meg Womble, (504) 518-5004; [email protected]; www.stmarysdominican.org. Cost, $225 for one week, $440 for two weeks and $625 for three weeks. Registration, $40 ($60 after May 1). Before-camp care is free; extended care available. Daily lunch included.
                        Jumpin’ For Joy Camp for girls, entering grades 2-5, June 1-19, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; enjoy arts and crafts, cheerleading, music and much more. Director, Meg Womble, (504) 518-5004; [email protected];  www.stmarysdominican.org. Cost, $175 for one week, $275 for two weeks and $385 for three weeks. Before-camp care is free; extended care available. Daily lunch included.
                        St. Mary’s Dominican’s Specialty And Sports Camps for girls, entering grades 5-9. There is limited space. Each camp costs $125. Check www.stmarysdominican.org or call (504) 518-5004.
                        Band Camp, June 1-5, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
                        Drama Camp: June 8-12, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
                        Studio Art Camp: June 15-19, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
                        Basketball Camp: June 1-5, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
                        Volleyball Camp: June 1-5, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
                        Soccer Camp: June 8-12, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
                       
ST. SCHOLASTICA
                        St. Scholastica Specialty And Sports Camps, 122 S. Massachusetts St., Covington, has several specialty camps in cheer and dance, movie making, cartooning/character sculpting, STEM, reading, volleyball, college essay and soccer. For all programs, contact (985) 892-2540, ext. 129 or go to www.SSAcad.org and search for “summer.”
                        Cartooning/Character Sculpting Camp, for boys and girls entering grades 4-8, June 1-5, 1 to 4 p.m. Directed by Peter Bertucci, digital media teacher. Create a 3-D model of your favorite character. Cost, $150.
                        Movie-Making Camp, for boys and girls entering grades 4-8. Three sessions: June 8-12, June 15-19 and June 22-26, all from 9 a.m. to noon. Directed by Peter Bertucci, digital media teacher. Learn how to make a short digital movie, from concept to post-production editing. Cost, $150.
                        Cheer And Dance Combo Camp, for girls entering grades K-5, June 8-12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with showoff at noon on Friday in the SSA gym. Learn various cheer and dance techniques. Cost, $175.
                        STEM Design Challenge, for boys and girls entering grades 4-8, June 1-5 and June 8-12, 9 a.m. to noon; June 15-19, 1 to 4 p.m. Instructor, SSA science teacher Kyle Smith. Campers will explore science, technology, engineering and math topics. Cost, $175 per week.
                        Volleyball Camp, for girls entering grades 4-8, June 1-5, 9 a.m. to noon, SSA gym. Directed by coach Pete Bertucci and athletic director Charles Richard. Campers of all ability levels welcomed. Cost, $115.
                        College Essay Boot Camp, for boys and girls who are incoming seniors only, June 9-11, 1 to 3 p.m. Help with constructing your college essay. Cost, $100.
                        Soccer Camp, for girls entering grades 4-8, June 22-25, 5 to 7 p.m., SSA soccer field. Directed by head coach Matt Jacques and assistant coach Kyle Smith. Campers of all ability levels welcomed. Cost, $100.
                        Summer Reading Jumpstart, for girls entering grades 5-8, June 8-12, 9 a.m. to noon. Instructor, SSA teachers Brandie Domangue and Megan Eddy. Hone your reading comprehension and written expression skills. Cost, $150.
 
  URSULINE ACADEMY
                        Camp U: A Camp For Every Girl, 2635 State St., New Orleans, offers three individual camp styles for girls to mix and match with their interests and schedules:
                        Camp Invention for girls entering grades 1-6, June 1-5, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Girls are empowered to have big ideas while taking on challenges that inspire them to question, brainstorm, collaborate and build prototypes. Director, Jalan Richardson, [email protected]. Register online at invent.org/programs/camp-invention. Cost, $260.
                        Camp Create, two sections – for girls in grades Toddler3-K (June 1-26 and July 6-31, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and for girls entering grades 1-7 (June 8-26 and June 29-July 2, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.). Younger girls do activities to strengthen creative art and gross motor skills, take in-house field trips and enjoy water play. Older students take classes in art, acting, singing, cooking, decorating, baking, sewing, creative writing, cross stitch, piano, music, ceramics, sports, swimming and more. Artists visit on Wonderful Wednesdays. Check website for costs.
                        Camp Of Champions, for girls ages 7-14, who choose from a one-sport or two-sport day.
                        Volleyball, June 1-5, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost, $100, plus $30 registration.
                        Basketball, June 1-5, 1 to 4 p.m. Cost, $100, plus $30 registration.
                        Softball, June 8-12, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost, $100, plus $30 registration.
                        Soccer, June 8-12, 1 to 4 p.m. Cost, $100, plus $30 registration. 
                        Running, June 15-19, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost, $100, plus $30 registration.
                        Basketball, June 15-19, 1 to 4 p.m. Cost, $100, plus $30 registration.
                        Half-day options are available only to students also registered for a morning or afternoon session of Camp of Champions. For more information or to register, go to www.uanola.org/camp-u or email [email protected] or call (504) 861-9150.
 
OTHER DAY CAMPS
AUDUBON ZOO CAMP
                        Audubon Zoo Camp for boys and girls ages 4-10. Session I, June 1-26, and Session II, July 6-31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Campers will get behind-the-scenes access to the acclaimed Audubon Zoo. Learn about favorite animals and express creativity through arts and crafts. Cool Zoo Splash Park is part of the weekly schedule. Cost, $280 a week for members, $310 a week for non-members. Extended care available. www.audubonnatureinstitute.org; (504) 212-5380.
                        Audubon Zoo Conservation Heroes Summer Camp, for boys and girls ages 11-13; Session I, June 1-26, and Session II, July 6-31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For campers interested in becoming the next leaders in conservation, while engaging in hands-on activities, games and projects, weekly field trips, meeting animals and exploring the outdoors. Cost, $330 a week for members, $360 a week for non-members. Extended care available. www.audubonnatureinstitute.org; (504) 212-5380.
                        Audubon Zoo Nature Center Camp, for boys and girls ages 7-11; Session I, June 8-19, and Session II, June 29-July 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Each week of the two-week camp has a different focus: Wild Creatures gives children a close-up look at Louisiana animals, especially those whose home is the swamp; Adventure Camp is about working together as a team and seeing how animals survive in their natural habitat. Cost, $245 a week for members, $270 a week for non-members. Extended care available. www.audubonnatureinstitute.org; (504) 212-5380.
 
VACATION BIBLE CAMPS
HOLY NAME OF JESUS  (NEW ORLEANS)
                        “The Way Gets Wider,” 6220 LaSalle Place, New Orleans, for boys and girls ages 4-10, June 15-19, 9 a.m. to noon. Discover how God’s plan for salvation history invites more and more people to the way. Play Godly Golf miniature course, enjoy arts and crafts, music, stories, movies, skits and activities. Cost, $35; $25 for each additional child. Director, Patricia Mathes, [email protected]; (504) 865-7430.
 
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (KENNER)
                        Vacation Bible School, 1908 Short St., Kenner, June 1-12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., for children who have completed grades K-7. Cost, $75 per week. Information, (504) 464-0361.
 
ST. ANN (METAIRIE)
                        St. Ann Vacation Bible School, 4940 Meadowdale St., Metairie, for boys and girls ages 4 through grade 4, June 29-July 10, 8:30 a.m. to noon (or 3 p.m. or 6 p.m.). Campers can attend half day, school day or full day. Activities include games, crafts, Bible stories, drama skits, music, snacks and videos. Sponsored by St. Ann’s Faith Formation Committee. Cost, $45, $110 or $145 a week. Director, David Wilson, [email protected]; (504 ) 455-7071.
 
ST. ANSELM (MADISONVILLE)
                        “Rocky Railway: Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through,” 306 St. Mary St., Madisonville, for boys and girls entering grades K-5, June 1-5, 9 a.m. to noon. Online registration soon at https://www.stanselmparish.org. Register before May 25 to receive T-shirt. Contact Sheri Williams at (985) 845-7342 or [email protected]. Cost, $60.
 
ST. CLEMENT OF ROME (METAIRIE)
                        Vacation Bible School will be offered for boys and girls in pre-K4 through grade 4. Have a fun, faith-filled getaway during summer vacation. June 1-5, 9 a.m. to noon. For more information, contact Patty Swonger, (504) 887-7821.
 
ST. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR (METAIRIE)
                        “Rocky Railway: Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through,” 4901 West Metairie Ave., Metairie, for boys and girls entering pre-K4 through grade 6. July 6-10, 9 a.m. to noon. Discover that trusting Jesus pulls kids through life’s ups and downs through Bible activities, songs, games, themed snacks and fun, science-related gizmos they can take home. Director, Erin Gass, [email protected], (504) 888-6353. 
 
ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI (NEW ORLEANS)
                        “Rocky Railway: Jesus’ Power Pulls Us Through,” 631 State St., July 27-31, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Open to children entering grades pre-K4 through 5. Adult volunteers and youth helpers needed. Cost, $50 for first child and $25 for each additional child, includes T-shirt and snack. Registration deadline, June 30. Christi Schott, (504) 891-4479, [email protected].
 
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER (METAIRIE)
                        Vacation Bible School, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie, July 27-31, 9 a.m. to noon. Directed by Claudia Todaro, (504) 834-0348; [email protected]. Cost, $45.
ST. GENEVIEVE (SLIDELL)
                        “Kids of the King,” 35382 Hwy. 433, Slidell, for boys and girls, July 20-24, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Find out how we are all truly “Kids of the King” through hands-on activities, crafts, lessons and entertainment. Dinner provided each evening. Director, Megan Lacourrege, [email protected]. Free. (504) 450-4168.
 
ST. MATTHEW THE APOSTLE (RIVER RIDGE)
                        “The Vatican Express,” 10021 Jefferson Hwy, River Ridge, for boys and girls in grades pre-K3 through 4, June 1-5, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Explore Vatican City and the leaders in the Catholic Church through Bible stories, skits, games, art, music and snacks that all reinforce the daily theme. Director, Mark Elvir, [email protected]; (504) 737-4537. Cost, $35. 
 
ST. PETER (COVINGTON)
                        “Marvelous Mystery: The Mass Comes Alive,” 125 East 19th Ave.., Covington, for boys and girls entering grades K-4, June 8-12, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Director, Penny Flores, [email protected]; (985) 893-2446.
 
BOARDING CAMPS
CAMP ABBEY RETREAT CENTER
                        Summer Camp at Camp Abbey, 77002 KC Camp Road, Covington, boys-only and girls-only one-week sleepover camp run by the Archdiocese of New Orleans for those completing grades 2 though 8. There are four, one-week sessions for boys offered May 31-June 27. The four, one-week sessions for girls (June 28-July 25) are at capacity, but parents can register online to be placed on the wait list ( www.campabbey.org through the “parent portal”). Campers at Camp Abbey make lifelong friends, great memories and grow in their relationship with Jesus. Activities include arts and crafts, archery, swimming, hiking, boating, sports, camping, prayer, Mass, reconciliation and adoration. Per-session cost of $409 a week includes all activities, lodging, three daily meals, snacks and T-shirt. Registration is first-come, first-served. Administrator, Denise Emmons. Information, (985) 327-7240, [email protected]. Register at www.campabbey.org.
 
CAMP ARGENTUS
                        Camp Argentus, at Camp Bocamb, 81495 Hwy. 437, Covington, for boys in grades 5-8, June 1-7. Arrive by 6 p.m. on Monday and depart after the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Camp is a youth ministry program allowing boys to grow in knowledge of the Catholic faith and friendship with Christ. The legend of the Realm of Argentus is lived out in real time by the campers. Cost, $495. Legionaries of Christ Fathers Gregory Usselmann and Jaime Lorenzo are camp directors. Information, (203) 631-8867; [email protected]; www.campArgentus.com.
                        Leadership Camp at Camp Bocamb for boys, ages 13-16, June 9-13. A challenging, mission-oriented, age-tailored experience. Engaging talks on character formation for young men, paintball battles and a mission trip to New Orleans. Cost, $295 per child. Information, (203) 631-8867.
 
CAMP TEKAKWITHA 3.0                
                        Camp Tekakwitha 3.0 At Camp Bocamb, 81495 Hwy. 437, Covington, for girls in grades 5-8, June 21-27. Cost is $495 if paid by April 30 (after April 30, $515). Registration information, www.ecydgirlsla.com. (ECYD stands for Encounters, Convictions and Your Decisions.) Camp is a project of the Regnum Christi movement. Information, (203) 631-8867.
 
CAMP MARYMOUNT
                        Camp Marymount is a Catholic residential camp on 340 pristine acres in Tennessee for boys and girls entering grades 1-11. It is celebrating more than 80 years of operation and was selected recently as the No. 1 overnight camp. Camp is located in Fairview, Tennessee, in the Diocese of Nashville. Horseback riding, arts and crafts, nature hikes, canoeing, archery and more. It offers a two-week session for girls, May 31-June 12; a three-week session for girls, June 14-July 3; a one-week session for boys, July 12-17; and a two-week session for boys, July 19-31. Information, (615) 799-0410, www.camp marymount.com.
 
MUSIC
 
GREATER NEW ORLEANS YOUTH ORCHESTRA
                        Summer Music Festival, June 1-5; Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Two orchestras, for boys and girls, ages 7-12 and 12-19, participate in weeklong collaboration with professional musicians at all practices and in a public performance. Cost, $350 if paid before April 1 ($450 after April 1). Information: www.gnoyo.org; [email protected]; (504) 861-1801.
                        Summer Orchestras, Tuesday evenings, June 23-July 28 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. No audition necessary. Placement is based on proficiency and enrollment is first-come, first-served. Final public concert July 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the Loyola University Communication and Music Complex. Cost, $175 if paid before April 1 ($250 after April 1). Information, www.gnoyo.org; [email protected]; (504) 861-1801.
 
SEWING
PAULA HARDIN 
                        Offers “Learn to Sew” courses at Hobby Lobby in Harahan, Harvey, Covington, Slidell and Hammond for children ages 8 and up. Info, www.paulassewingschool.com; (504) 884-9627. 
 
OTHER ACTIVITIES
ASCENSION OF OUR LORD SUMMER BASEBALL PROGRAM
                        Ascension of Our Lord Summer Baseball and T-Ball program, 1809 Greenwood Drive, LaPlace, for boys and girls, ages 4-14. Practice begins in May and evening games start in June; registration in April. All games will be played at Ascension of Our Lord School. Director, Mike Abbate Sr., [email protected]
 
ENRICHMENT CAMPS
ST. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR
                        St. Edward the Confessor Summer Reading and Math Clinics, 4901 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, June 2-July 3, with pre-testing dates May 26, 27, 28. Students receive 50 minutes of daily instruction for five weeks. Cost, $300 per course plus $15 book fee and $25 registration. Information, Aimee Gardner, (504) 888-6353, [email protected].
 
ST. MARGARET MARY
                        St. Margaret Mary School, 1050-A Robert Blvd., Slidell, will host a STEAM Camp for boys and girls in grades K-7, June 15-19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students engage in creative, problem-solving activities that range from science experiments to coding to building to art. Staff members are St. Margaret Mary teachers. Cost, $135 with $60 registration fee. Camp director, Erin Abdalla, [email protected]; (985) 643-4612.