Parents: Here's a list of summer camps and activities for your children

CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY/
MIDDLE SCHOOL DAY CAMPS
(operated by individual schools
or church parishes)
(504) area code unless noted

IN NEW ORLEANS

➤ CHRISTIAN BROTHERS
Boys and girls entering grades pre-K4 through 7. Younger children (entering pre-K4 through second grade) will be on the St. Anthony campus. Onsite “field” trips, water games, outdoor and indoor games, educational technology, arts and music. Four two-week sessions, June 5-July 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended care available. Cost, $270 per two-week session plus $50 registration. Discounts for multiple sessions. Contact [email protected]

Older children (entering grades 3-7) will be on the City Park campus. Indoor and outdoor games, educational technology, drama, art and field trips. Three two-week sessions, June 5-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Extended care available. Cost, $270 per two-week sessions plus $50 registration fee. Discounts for multiple sessions. Contact [email protected]

Bridge Builders Camp, boys and girls, grades 5-7, three, two-week sessions, June 5-July 14, 3:30 to 5 p.m., City Park campus. Each session is four days (Monday and Wednesday). Cost, $125 plus $25 registration fee. Contact, [email protected]

Bridge Builders Camps, boys and girls, grades 1-4, July 24-28, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Cost, $125 plus $25 registration fee. Contact, [email protected]

Specialty Camps in lacrosse, band, volleyball, basketball, “bigger-faster-stronger”; www.cbs-no.org for details.

Academic Excellence Camps in English, reading comprehension, writing and math. Students in grades 1-4 and in grades 5-7, City Park campus. July 24-28, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost, $150 plus $25 registration. Contact, [email protected]

IN BELLE CHASSE

➤ OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
Boys and girls entering grades pre-K3 to 7, June 5-Aug. 4, 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. Information, 394-0757 or email [email protected]

IN GRETNA

➤ ST. CLETUS
Boys and girls ages 5-13. June 4-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., plus a separate camp for younger children, 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, gold, zoo, mobiles and inflatables. Daily breakfast and lunch included in camp tuition. Cost, $125 per week, plus one-time $35 registration. Register May 21 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Before-care is free, after-care is available. Information, 366-3538 or email stcletus [email protected]

IN HARVEY

➤ ST. ROSALIE
St. Rosalie School Summer Enrichment Program for students entering grades pre-K through 7 who attend any Catholic school within the archdiocese. All camp staff affiliated with St. Rosalie School. May 30-July 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Daily prayer, Bible study, physical activities, computer activities, unique field trips, drama, music, swimming, arts and crafts, talent shows, weekly water slide and more. National School Service Feeding Program provides free breakfast and lunch to all campers. Extended care available. Information, 341-4342.

IN LULING

➤ HOLY FAMILY
Boys and girls ages 4-11, June 5-30 and July 10-28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $725, 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 27. (985) 785-9244.

IN MARRERO

➤ IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
ICS Summer Camp for boys and girls ages 4-12; counselor-in-training program for ages 13-14. Session I: June 5-30; Session II: July 10-28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily swimming on campus, field trips, karaoke, line dancing, sports, game room fun, playground, arts and crafts and drama. Cost, $120 per week, plus $30 registration. Registration April 8 from 8 a.m. to noon in Hebert Hall. Extended care available. Information, 347-4409.

IN METAIRIE

➤ OUR LADY OF DIVINE PROVIDENCE
Boys and girls entering grades pre-K4-7. June 5-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Field trips, pizza party, movies, magic show, cooking, Science, art, cooking, skating, Talent Day, karate demo, swimming, bumper bowling, guest speakers, computer fun, storytelling, snowball treats, learning and video games, arts and crafts, organized play and more. Cost, $735 for six weeks, plus $45 registration. Multi-family discounts. Extended care available. Information, Joanna Cancienne, 452-9601. Email, [email protected]

➤ ST. BENILDE

Summer at Benilde, June 5-Aug. 4, gives children from ages 3 through 13 an opportunity to live, laugh, love and learn in a safe, child-centered environment. Campers will enjoy field trips, swimming, outdoor and indoor games and inflatables. They will have the opportunity to participate in art and science specialty camps. Tutoring programs are also available. Cost, $125 per week with a $60 registration fee. Lunch and a T-shirt are included. Camp director, Cecilia Wilson, 833-9894; [email protected]; www.stbenilde.com.

➤ ST. CHRISTOPHER

Camp for boys and girls entering grades pre-K3 through 7 (3- and 4-year-old camp is open to St. Christopher students only; grades K-7 open to all schools). June 5-July 21, 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Swimming, sports, movies, parks, bowling, music, museums, karate, various enrichment programs and more. Cost, $175 per week; Multi-child discounts available. Extended care available. Registration: March 30 and April 26, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., and June 1, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., at St. Christopher Parish Center. Information, 833-5591; email Sarah Todd, [email protected]
➤ ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

Camp Jaguar for boys and girls ages 3-11 (must be potty-trained). May 30-July 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weekly field trips, swimming, indoor and outdoor play, arts and crafts, Space Walks, snowballs, theme days. Weekly cost, $105, plus $60 registration fee for first child ($25 for each additional child). Extended care available. Information, [email protected] mail.com. Register at website, www.stfrancisxavier.com.

➤ST. LOUIS KING OF FRANCE

Camp Crusader for boys and girls entering grades Pre-K4 through 7. Three three-week sessions, May 30-June 16, June 19-July 7 and July 10-28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Campers are grouped according to school grade level with age-appropriate programs. Pre-K4 will have activity centers, creative arts classes, STEM classes, sports, water play, storytime and more. Grades K-4 will have swimming, sports creative arts, STEM, activities involving technology, literacy, food fun. Grades 5-7 will have specialized classes in engineering, art, drama, wood working, architecture, technology, robotics and Louisiana studies in the morning; sports and swimming in afternoon. Cost, $160 per week, $465 per session, $1,250 for full summer, plus $50 registration fee (includes camp T-shirt) by May 1. Extended care available. Information, 833-8224.

➤ST. MARY MAGDALEN 

Cougar Camp for boys and girls entering grades pre-K3 through 7. Three 3-week sessions available June 5-July 28. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sports, crafts, swimming, petting zoo, movies, water slides, video arcade bus, bowling and more. Cost, $35 daily; $145 weekly; $1,056 for 8 weeks; call for multi-child discount. $40 registration fee includes camp bag and shirt. Extended care available for additional fee. Information, email [email protected]

➤ST. PHILIP NERI
CampTastic for boys and girls ages 3-13. June 5-Aug. 4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Field trips, bowling, zoo, guest speakers, mobile video van, Zoo-to-You visit, 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 $10-$50, depending on number of children. Additional fee of $15 charged if registered after May 12; campers registered before April 13 receive free camp T-shirt. Extended care available. Breakfast, lunch and snacks available for purchase. Information, Christine Grote, 887-5600. Email, [email protected]

Drama Camp, for boys and girls entering grades 1-9, June 12-July 27, 4 to 6 p.m. Indoor and outdoor theater activities that teach focus, cooperation, collaboration and confidence building. Prepare for a musical production July 21-23. Cost of seven-week program, $150 for St. Philip Neri students, $195 for other students. Sibling discounts available. Contact camp director, Stacy Taliancich Randall, to register, [email protected]; 427-3340.

IN RESERVE

➤ST. PETER
Summer Daycare Camp for boys and girls, ages 18 months through 4 years old, May 25-Aug. 4, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Cost, $120 per week for the five-day program and $85 per week for the three-day program. Interactive games, art, manipulatives, use of technology and outdoor play. Camp director, principal Marie Comeaux; [email protected] reserve.org; (985) 536-4296.

IN RIVER RIDGE

➤ST. MATTHEW THE APOSTLE
Boys and girls entering grades pre-K3 through 7. June 12-July 28. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weekly, three-week and seven-week sessions available. Field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, magic show, computer fun, science lab, bowling, karate, inflatables, movies, snowballs, ice cream, cooking, music, firefighter and police officer visits, fun and fit activities, storyteller and scavenger hunt. Cost, $800 for seven weeks; $435 for four weeks; $360 for three weeks; $30 per day; $35 registration fee. Discounts for multiple campers. Extended care available for additional fee. Information, camp director, Dennise Brennan, bren [email protected], 737-4604 (school); www.smaschool.net.

IN SLIDELL

➤OUR LADY OF LOURDES
May 30-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Swimming, bowling, rock climbing, gymnastics, karate, movie theater and more. Free breakfast and lunch. Registration $40 per family, $10 T-shirt (required for all campers). Camp pricing, which offers multi-child, multi-week discounts, can be found on website, ollonline.com. Extended care available. Information: Kim Maples, (985) 643-3230; email, [email protected] lourdes.org or Gina Hattier, camp director, [email protected]

➤ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST
Seven-week summer day camp, May 29-July 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., free before care starting at 7 a.m.; after care available. Boys and girls ages 5-13 can attend weekly sessions or all seven weeks. Many fun activities. $40 registration fee; $120 week. 910 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell. (985) 641-6429, (985) 641-6570.

HIGH SCHOOLS

(Day camps, sports camps, activities offered by high schools in the Archdiocese of New Orleans) 

➤ Academy of the Sacred Heart

www.ashrosary.org under “Campus Life” and “Summer Camp” tabs; [email protected]; 269-1230

➤ Summer Hearts Early Childhood Camp I and II

Boys and girls, must be 1 by May 30 for Hearts I, and 2 or 3 by May 30 for Hearts II, May 30-July 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mater Campus, 4301 St. Charles Ave. 

Science, art, cooking,water play and movement. Cost, $225 per week; camp director, Kris Blamphin.

➤ Summer Fun Day Camp
Girls, entering grades pre-K to 4th, May 30-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mater Campus. Swimming, field trips, bowling, creative and educational events, waterslide, inflatables, enrichment. Cost, $225 per week; camp director, Erin Sabludowsky.

➤ Sports ‘N More Day Camp for Boys
Boys entering pre-K to 4th, May 30-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mater Campus. Sports and other activities. Cost, $225 per week; camp director, Drake Maloan.

➤ Creative Hearts
Girls entering grades K-4, June 5-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mater Campus. Art, music, dance, knitting, theater and Imagineers (computers and science). Cost, $725 for each three-week session; camp director, Susan Nichols.

➤ Creative Choice
Girls entering grades 5-8, June 5-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Rosary Campus, 4521 St. Charles Ave. Music, arts and ceramics, sewing dance, sports and more. Cost, $725 per three-week session; camp director, Sheila David.

➤ Theater Camp
Boys and girls entering grades 2-8, June 26-July 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mater Campus. Learn all aspects of theater and end with a July 13 production of “Schoolhouse Rock.” Cost, $725 per session; director, Mat Grau, and music, Emily Berner.

➤ Cheerleading Camp I, II and III
Girls ages 4-6, 7-8 and 9-12, June 19-23 and June 26-30, Mater Campus. Cost, $225 for one week or $425 for both weeks; instructor, Milicent Roussell.

➤ Coaching Clinics
Girls entering grades 1-8, June 5-30, Rosary Campus

➤ Soccer, girls entering grades 1-4, June 5-9, 9 to 11:30 a.m.
➤ Soccer, girls entering grades 5-8, June 5-9, 12:30 to 3 p.m.
➤ Volleyball, girls entering grades 1-4, June 12-16, 9 to 11:30 a.m.
➤ Volleyball, girls entering grades 5-8, June 12-16, 12:30 to 3 p.m.
➤ Tennis, girls entering grades 1-4, June 19-23, 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tennis rackets provided.
➤ Basketball, girls entering grades 1-4, June 26-30, 9 to 11:30 a.m.
➤ Basketball, girls entering grades 5-8, June 26-30, 12:30 to 3 p.m.

➤ ENRICHMENT >
➤ACT/SAT/PSAT COURSE PREP
Girls entering grades 10-12, June 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28, 30; 10 to 11 a.m. (ACT); 11 a.m. to noon (PSAT/SAT), Rosary Campus. Cost, $465 per course; Director, P.H. Fred.

➤ Jump Start I
Girls entering grades K-4, Aug. 7-11; 9 a.m. to noon (grade K), $150; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (grades 1-4), Mater Campus, $250.

➤ Jump Start II
Girls entering grades 5-7, Aug. 7-11; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mater Campus, $250.

➤ Path to Success
(math help)
Girls entering grades 5-6, June 26-July 14, 8 to 9:30 a.m., Rosary Campus, $525 for three weeks; director, Stacy Crane.

➤ Tech It Out
Boys and girls entering grade 1-5, June 5-9, Mater Campus. Basics of computer science; $275 for three weeks; instructors, Lynette Moody and Marybelle Bates.

➤ Game Makers
Girls entering grades 3-4, July 10-14, Mater Campus. Construct simple board games. $225 for three weeks; instructor, Marybelle Bates.

➤ Wild Hearts
Girls and boys entering grades 3-4, June 12-16 and June 19-23, Mater Campus. Unstructured and creative play and nature discovery. Cost, $225 per week. Instructor, Ashley Testerman.

➤ Archbishop Hannan

The registration form for all camps can be found at www.hannanhigh.org.
➤Little Hawk Day Camp
Boys and girls, ages 5-12, June 5-23 and June 26-July 14, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Camp holiday July 4. Field trips to Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center, Elevation Station, Kids & Family Arena, X-Fusion, Randazzos, CLAPS, fire station, movie theaters and more. Arts and crafts, petting zoos, karate demonstrations, sports, games and waterslides.

Info: (985) 249-6363; [email protected]; www.hannanhigh.org; camp director, Ashley Puntila; cost, $165 per week. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Before and after care additional. Sibling discounts available. Early registration discounts through May 5.

➤ Enrichment Camps
All enrichment campers will receive a Hannan T-shirt. Space is limited.
➤Ceramics & Painting, May 30-June 2, 12:30 to 4 p.m., $140. Boys and girls, ages 12 and up. Info: Jamie Alonzo at [email protected]
➤Video Production, June 5-8, 1 to 4 p.m., $75. Boys and girls, ages 11-14. Info: Kristi Shaffer, [email protected]

➤Sports Camps
All sports campers will receive a Hannan Athletics T-shirt.
➤Baseball, boys, ages 7-12, May 30-June2, 8:30 a.m. to noon, $150, Coquille Sports Park. Info: Coach Chris Yeager, [email protected].
➤Basketball, boys and girls, ages 7-13, July 17-21, 8:30 to noon, $150. Info: Coach Mike Senna, [email protected]➤Soccer, boys and girls, ages 8-14, May 30-June 2, 8 a.m. to noon, $165, Hawk Field. Info: Coach Bryan Villa, [email protected]
➤Softball, girls, ages 7-12, June 5-9, 8:30 a.m. to noon, $140, Coquille Sports Park. Info: Coach Becky Lambert, [email protected]
➤Volleyball, ages 7-12, May 30- June 2, 8:30 a.m. to noon, $150, Hannan gym. Info: Coach Bekki Bonnaffee, [email protected]

 

➤Archbishop Rummel

➤Raider Day Camp

Boys and girls, ages 5-12, May 29-July 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Info: 834-5592; [email protected]; register online, at www.rummelraiders.com; extended care available; cost, $840 for seven weeks, $150 per week; camp director, Kevin Carrigee.

➤Raider Sports Camps

➤Baseball, May 29-June 2, 9 a.m. to noon, $125. Info, Nick Monica, [email protected] ers.com, www.rummelraiders. com, 834-5592.

➤Basketball, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon, $125. Info, Troy Holley, [email protected], www.rummelraiders.com, 834- 5592.

➤Geni Junior Theatre Camp

June 12-16, 1 to 3 p.m., $125. Info, Carol Eshleman, ceshle [email protected], www.rummelraiders.com, 834-5592.

➤Mini Geni Theatre Camp

June 12-16, 10 a.m. to noon, $125. Info, Carol Eshleman, [email protected], www.rummelraiders.com, 834-5592.

➤Brother Martin

➤Crusader Camp

Boys, ages 6-12, May 29-July 7, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Art, baseball, basketball, flag football, intramurals, soccer, wrestling, swimming at UNO, movies and field trips.

Info: 283-1561, ext. 3022; [email protected]; www.brothermartin.com; camp director, Stephen Lewis; cost, $150 per week and $90 for Week 6 (July 5-7). Discounts for registration by April 14; before-care free, after-care available; lunch available for $25 per week.

➤Sports Camps

Info: www.brothermartin.com or Patty Larkin, 283-1561, ext. 3022.

➤Baseball, boys, ages 6-13, May 29-June 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Farley Field, $175.

➤Baseball, boys, ages 8-14, July 10- 14, 9 a.m. to noon, Farley Field, $40 per day or $150 per week.

➤Basketball, boys, ages 6-13, July 17-21 or July 24-28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-

Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon Friday, Conlin Gymnasium. Limited to 125 campers per week; $135 per week (pre-registered) or $160 per week (walk-up).

➤Football, boys entering grades 5-8, June 17, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Conlin Gymnasium & Farley Field, $15 per camper.

➤Lacrosse, boys ages 10-13, June 24, 8 a.m. to noon; Brother 

Martin, $45.

➤Soccer, boys and girls entering grades 5-12, July 24-28, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Audubon Park Soccer Fields (at The Fly), $150.

➤Jeff Ragan Wrestling Camp, boys, June 13-16; 2 to 6:30 p.m., $175. Campers must have prior 

wrestling experience.

➤All-American Wrestling Camp, boys, July 10-14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., $225. Campers must have prior wrestling experience. If both wrestling camps are attended by a camper, then the price will be $350. 

➤Middle School Test Prep Workshop

Boys and girls entering grades 5-7, July 27, 28, 31 and Aug. 1, 8 a.m. to noon, $125, includes workbook. Info: www.brothermar tin.com or Patty Larkin, 283-1561, ext. 3022.

➤Cabrini

➤Camp Cabrini

Girls and boys entering grades 1-7, May 29-June 30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fishing, cooking, sewing, swimming, arts and crafts, painting, volleyball, sports, basketball, games, media, drama, dance, cheerleading, movies, soccer, track and field, cross-stitch, jewelry making, kickball, softball, ultimate football and more. Friday Extravaganzas featuring field trips and camp show.

Info: 482-1193, ext. 364; www.cabrinihigh.com/camp; camp director Lisa Dubus; cost, $140 per week, $60 non-refundable registration fee. Extended care available.

➤Drama Camp

Girls and boys entering grades 5-8, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with presentation of short play on Friday in the Cabrini gym. Info: www.cabrinihigh.com/drama-camp; director, Caroline Argus-Harris; cost, $200 plus $25 registration due May 25. 

➤Choral Music Camp

Girls and boys entering grades 5-8, June 12-16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with concluding concert in the chapel Friday at 3 p.m. Info: www.cabrinihigh.com/music-camp; director, Elizabeth Argus Meehan; cost, $250 plus $20 registration due May 1. 
➤Art Camp

Girls and boys entering grades 5-7, June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon, with artwork reception Friday from noon to 12:30 p.m. Info: www.cabrinihigh.com/art-camp; 

directors, Cissy Gardner and Renee Boyer; cost, $200 plus $20 registration due June 1.

➤ STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) Camp
Girls entering grades 5-7, June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon Monday to Thursday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday for off-campus field trip. Info: www.cabrinihigh.com/stem-camp; director, Anne Jeanmard; cost, $180 plus $20 registration.

➤ Sports Camps
Info for sports camps: 482-1193, ext. 364
➤ Soccer, girls, grades 1-8, July 3-7 (no camp July 4), 8 to 11 a.m., $120 plus $20 registration by June 5; director, coach Ryan Hodkinson; cabrini high.com/soccer-camp.
➤ Basketball, girls and boys, grades 1-8, July 10-14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $150 plus $20 registration; director, coach Nancy Walsh; www.cabrinihigh.com/basket ball-camp.
➤ Volleyball, girls and boys, grades 1-8, July 17-20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $150 plus $20 registration; director, coach Kasey Laird; www.cabrinihigh.com/volley ball-camp. Additionally, from 3 to 4 p.m., a STRIVE leadership academy will be offered; $10 a day or $40 for the week.
➤ Softball, girls, grades 1-8, July 24-28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $150 plus $20 registration; director, coach Lance Chetta; www. cabrinihigh.com/softball-camp.
➤ Basketball Clinic, girls and boys, grades 1-8, June 6 (dribbling), 8 (shooting), 13 (guard) and 15 (post), 6 to 8 p.m.; $20 per night; director, coach Nancy Walsh; www.cabrinihigh. com/basketball-clinic.
➤ Basketball Position Camp, girls and boys, grades 1-8, July 10-12, 6 to 8 p.m.; $20 for the session; director, coach Nancy Walsh; www.cabrinihigh.com/basket ball-position-camp.

➤ De La Salle
➤ Cavalier Volleyball Camp
Girls, ages 9-13, June 5-9, 8 a.m. to noon, $75 by May 1 and $100 after May 1; director, Melissa Grubbs; 895-5717, [email protected]

➤ Holy Cross
➤ Summer Camp
Boys and girls, ages 4-12, June 5-23 and June 26-July 14, 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Fun, enrichment and skill development. Clinics and workshops include math, reading, science, computer skills, art, music, karate, wrestling, football, basketball, baseball, soccer, cheerleading/dance, drama, water activities and off-site field trips (6- to 12-year-olds).
Info: 942-1884; [email protected]; register at www.holycrosstigers.com; $465 per session or $180 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 $50 ($35 if received by May 1); camp director Eric Rebaudo.

➤ Jesuit
➤ Summer Day Camp
Boys, ages 5-12, May 30-July 7 (no camp on July 3-4), 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Field trips and tours, swimming, bowling, softball, kickball, Laser Tag, movies, Bounce Spectrum, flag football, basketball, picnics and more. Info: 486-6631; register online at www.jesuitnola.org; [email protected]; $690 for six-week session, $400 for each three-week session; camp director, Troy Baglio. Early registration ends on May 12 at 4 p.m. Any registrations received after that time will be charged a one-time fee of $50. Registration closes on May 26 at 4 p.m.

➤ Mount Carmel Academy
➤ Summer Camp
Junior camp for girls entering grades 2-5, and specialty camps for girls entering grade 5-8, June 5-30, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Campers customize camp experience by picking their favorite classes from a diverse selection: art, science, dance, athletics, cheerleaders, chefs, detectives, design, drama and more.
Info: 288-7626, register at www.mcacubs.com through May 26; [email protected]; $80 to $150 per session; registration, $30 per child by May 1; $40 per child after May 1; lunch program and extended care available; camp director, Denna Cheramie.

➤ Specialty Camps

➤ Art Camps
For girls entering grades 5-8; register at www.mca cubs.com.

➤ Art Detective, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon; unravel mysteries and puzzles, search for clues,
scavenger hunts.
➤ Hands in Clay, June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m.; experiment with clay and the pottery wheel.
➤ Holiday Craft Bonanza, June
5-9 or June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m.; learn how to make crafts for every holiday.
➤ Paint Like Picasso, June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; explore the art of painting in acrylic.
➤ Pope Art, June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon; paintings, sculptures, printmaking projects and more in the style of Andy Warhol and other famous pop artists.
➤ Preserving Memories-Scrapbook- ing, June 5-9 or June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; for the beginner or proficient; design and create scrapbooks.
➤ Super Girl, June 26-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; learn to draw in the style of comic book artists.
➤ Wild About Art, June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; learn to draw and paint animals in different mediums, including dot
painting, Oaxacan-inspired painting, zentangle art and printmaking.
➤ 3-D Sculpture, June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; create papier-mâché flowers, animal sculptures, face masks, wooden boxes a

➤ Athletics, Cheer and Dance Camps
For girls entering grades 5-8; register at www.mcacubs.com.

➤ Ace of Cubs Tennis Camp, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon; girls of all skill levels; campers must be dropped off at the UNO
tennis facility. Bus
transportation will be available at noon from the facility to MCA if necessary for afternoon camp.
➤ Carmelettes Pirouettes, June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; jazz, pom-pon, novelty, and high kick routines; camp director, Gloria Doran, assisted by the Carmelette dance team.
➤ Dig It and Dig Deeper, June 5-9 or June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m.; Dig It is designed for girls of all
volleyball skills levels; Dig Deeper is an advanced camp for girls who have prior knowledge of the game.
➤ Fast Pitch Frenzy, June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; girls of all softball ability levels; camp held at the softball fields in City Park; bus transportation will be available at noon from the facility to MCA if necessary for afternoon camp.
➤ Hoop It Higher, June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; fundamental
basketball skills for players of all levels; camp director, coach
Jamie Thomatis, assisted by the MCA basketball team. 
➤ So You Think You Can Dance With the Cubs, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon; camp will simulate what it is like to be on a reality television dance show, culminating with a live show for family and friends; camp
director, Kelly Amstutz and Lisa Peters, with assistance from the Rhythm Dance team.

➤Soccer Camp, June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon; advanced camp introducing the technical aspects of soccer; camp director, coach Pavlos Petrou, with assistance from members of the MCA soccer team; camp will be held at the Marconi Meadows Fields in City Park; bus transportation will be available at noon from the facility to MCA if necessary for afternoon camp.

➤Life Skills Camps

For girls entering grades 5-8; register at www.mca cubs.com.

➤A Beautiful Me, June 5-9, 1 to 4 p.m.; learn how to have a healthy mind, body, and spirit through journaling, yoga, crafts and working with clay.

➤Cooking with Class I and II; Cooking I is June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m.; Cooking II is June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; beginner and more advanced camps; camp directors, Kim Schultz and Cathy Pennison, assisted by Mount Carmel students.

➤Cub Kitchen Creations, June 26- 30, 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m.; gain nutrition information and culinary skills foe healthy eating from a local dietitian/caterer. 

➤Cupcakes, Cookies and Cakes, O My, June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m.; learn the basics of baking.

➤Have a Blast with Board and Strategy Games, June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; learn the basics of chess, and experience games such as Bananagrams, Scattegories and Jeopardy.

➤I Am an Author, June 12-16 or June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon; explore the imaginative world of creative writing.

➤Sew Fun 101, June 5-9 or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; cover the basics of the sewing machine and how to use it correctly.

➤Southern Belles, June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m.; learn interactive etiquette.
➤Science, Technology and Magic Camps

For girls entering grades 5-8; register at www.mcacubs.com.
➤A Week in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m., or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; all things Harry Potter. 

➤Can You Dig It? June 12-16 or June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon; uncover artifacts, cataloging 

findings and form hypotheses.

➤Cubs Can Code, June 26-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; basics of coding using block-based visual programming; no coding experience required.

➤CSI-MCA, June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m.; work as part of an elite team of investigators to help solve a crime. 

➤Makerbot Magic, June 5-9, 1 to 4 p.m., or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; transform an idea on paper into a 3-D model, brought to life with a 3-D printer.

➤MCA Meets Apple, June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; explore the uses of Mac products, along with Office.

➤Museums and Magic: The Carmel Museum of Fairytale History, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon, or June 26-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; research, conserve, and design exhibits for the most important artifacts in fairytale history.

➤Theatre and Film Camps

For girls entering grades 5-8; register at www.mcacubs.com.
➤Adventures in Digital Filmmaking, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon; create digital movies.

➤Make-up Makeover for Theater, June 5-9, 1 to 4 p.m., or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; explore the various types of characters found on stage.

➤Summer in the Spotlight II: Shrek the Musical Junior, June 12-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; singing, dancing and acting culminating in a final production of “Shrek the Musical Junior.” Open to girls and boys entering grade 5-8.

➤Ready for Your Closeup? June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; tackle the audition, preparing for your role and your moment to shine.

➤Mount Carmel Academy Junior Camps

For girls entering grades 2-5; register at www.mcacubs.com.
➤American Ninja-Princess Warrior, June 5-9 or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; Fitness challenges like beachball running, parachute games, extreme bowling, team challenges and a crazy obstacle course.

➤Beach Time Blast, June 26-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; create beach bag, flip flops, sunglasses, beach balls, as well as art creations using seashells and sand.

➤BEADazzled, June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; create one-of- a-kind necklaces, bracelets, brooches, headbands, hairclips and more.

➤Creature Creations, June 5-9 or June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; experience the art of storytelling through puppetry, and make 2- and 3-D puppets.

➤Cub Cheer, June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon, or June 26-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; introduction to toe touch, spread eagle, and tuck, and basic tumbling.

➤Disney Craftacular, June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m.; Disney art projects.

➤E-Magination Creations, June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m., or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; build your own web pages and iMovies. 

➤Fun With Music, June 5-9, 1 to 4 p.m.; learn how to sing and dance together as a group.

➤Have a Blast with Board and Strategy Games (Junior Version), June 5-9, 1 to 4 p.m.; learn the basics of board games.

➤Hoop It Up, June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; instruction in fundamental basketball skills for players of all skill levels.

➤Junior Carmelette Pirouettes, June 5-9 or June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; introduction to jazz, pom-pon and novelty routines; camp director, Gloria Doran, assisted by the Carmelette dance team.

➤Junior Cub Camp & More, June 12-16, 1 to 4 p.m., or June 19-23 or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; art projects, Bible crafts, games, science projects, computer games, camp songs, kickball, parachute fun, bowling and circle games; visits from magicians, zoo animals, drum corps and pottery makers.

➤Let’s Put on a Show of Dances, June 26-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; no previous dance experience required; learn pom, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary in preparation for a show on Friday.

➤ STEAM Fun 101, June 5-9 or June 26-30, 1 to 4 p.m.; explore fun side of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.
➤ Summer for the Senses, June 12-16 or June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; fun, messy games and art activities.
➤ Summer in the Spotlight I, June 5-23, 9 a.m. to noon; theatre camp features singing, dancing and acting culminating in a final production.
➤ The Amazing Race, June 5-9 or June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; work in teams “around the world” to complete various challenges.
➤ We HEART Art I, June 5-9 or June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; introduction to drawing, painting, clay sculpture, print-making and mixed-media art.
➤ We HEART Art II, June 19-23 or June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon; build upon your skills in first camp; campers do not have to take We HEART Art I.
➤ YoGappy, June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon or 1 to 4 p.m.; healthy living and friendship through arts and crafts, relaxation yoga and
stretching and nutrition groups.

➤ St. Mary’s Dominican
➤ Summer Camps
➤ Jumping’ for Joy Camp
Girls, entering grades 1-4, June 5-23, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; enjoy arts and crafts, cheerleading, music and much more.
Info: 518-5004; “Summer Programs” link at www.stmarysdo minican.org; [email protected] dominican.org; camp director, Meg Womble; cost, $375 for three weeks; $265 for two weeks; $170 for one week; lunch, catered by Sage Dining Services, is included for full-day campers.

➤ DominiCamp
Girls who have completed grades 4-8, June 5-23, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; Do-“mini” Chefs, jewelry making, dance, math mania, Domini-tectives, science exploration and drama.  
Info: 518-5004; “Summer Programs” link at www.stmarysdo minican.org; [email protected] dominican.org; camp director, Meg Womble; cost, $620 for three weeks; $435 for two weeks; $220 for one week; lunch, catered by Sage Dining Services, is included for full-day campers.

➤ Sports Camps
Girls who have completed grades 4-8; info, 518-5004; [email protected]; cost, $125 for each sports camp
➤ Volleyball, June 5-9, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.(for girls who have completed grades 4-5); and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. (for girls who have completed grades 6-8.
➤ Basketball, June 12-16, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
➤ Softball, June 19-23, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.; at Harahan Playground (optional
transportation available to and from Dominican)
➤ Soccer, July 31-Aug. 4, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.; at Playmakers Indoor Sports (optional
transportation available to and from Dominican)

➤ Specialized Camps
Girls who have completed grades 4-8; info, 518-5004; [email protected]; cost, $125
➤ Drama, June 12-16, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
➤ Band, June 5-9; 12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
➤ Studio Art, June 19-23, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
➤ DominiTech, two one-week sessions offered June 12-16 and June 19-23, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

➤ St. Paul’s School
➤ Sports Camps
Boys, 8-14; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., after care available; cost, $200; www.stpauls.com; camp director, Craig Ketelsen; [email protected] or [email protected]; (985) 892-3200
➤ Baseball, June 5-9
➤ Football Skills, June 12-16
➤ Wrestling, June 19-23
➤ Basketball, June 26-30
➤ Lacrosse, July 10-14
➤ Soccer, July 17-21
➤ Speed/Strength, July 24-28

➤ Specialty Camps
➤ Drama Camp, boys and girls, ages 9-13, June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; camp director, Denny Charbonnet; [email protected] com.
➤ Vex Robotics, boys and girls, grades 5-6, June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon; grades 7-8, 1 to 4 p.m.; camp director, Julie Beck; [email protected]; $150.
➤ Video Production, boys and girls, ages 10-14, June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; camp director: Brad Guillory; (985) 892- 3200; $135.

➤ St. Scholastica
➤ Sports Camps
Girls, grades 4-8; (985) 892-2540, ext. 129
➤ Basketball, June 12-16; 9 a.m. to noon, SSA gym; instructor, coach Elicia Ocmond; $115.
➤ Softball, June 5-7, 9 a.m.
to noon (rain days June 8 and 9), SSA athletic fields;
instructor, coach Lacey Sharp; $90.
➤ Volleyball, June 5-9, 9 a.m. to noon, SSA gym;
instructors, coach Pete Bertucci and athletic director Charles Richard; $115.
➤ Cheer and Dance
Combo Camp
Girls in grades K-8; June 19-23, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with showoff at noon on Friday; SSA gym; instructors, St. Paul’s cheer coach Julie Autin, St. Paul’s Golden Blues coach Katherine Banta, SSA cheer coach Jessica Esquivel ’09 and SSA Royalettes coach Laurell Szczepanski; pom technique, dance routines, leaps, jumps, cheers, chants, games, team building, strength and conditioning, crafts and more; $175; (985) 892-2540, ext. 129.
➤ Specialty Camps
Girls and boys, grades 4-8; (985) 892-2540, ext. 129
➤ Cartooning Camp, June 12-16,
1 to 4 p.m.; SSA classroom; instructor, Peter Bertucci, digital media teacher; learn the basics of cartoon design with an intro duction into animation; $150.
➤ Movie Making Camp, Session I (June 12-16), Session II (June 19-23) and Session III (June 26- 30), 9 a.m. to noon; SSA class room; instructor, Peter Bertucci, digital media teacher; learn how to make a short digital movie, from concept to post-production editing; $150.
➤ Sculpting Camp, June 5-9, 1 to 4 p.m., SSA classroom;
instructor, Peter Bertucci,
digital media teacher and eighth-grade studio art teacher;
create a 3-D wire armature sculpture of your
favorite character; $150
➤ Video Game Camp, June 19-23, 1 to 4 p.m.; SSA classroom; instructor, Peter Bertucci, digital media teacher; learn from and compete against fellow gamers; $100.

➤Ursuline Academy

➤Camp U: A Camp for Every Girl

Camp U offers five individual camp styles for girls to mix and match with their interests and schedules.

➤Camp Invention (girls in rising grades K-6) is an enrichment program empowering girls to take on fun challenges that emphasize STEM, creative problem-solving, collaboration and entrepreneur- ship through innovation.

➤Camp Create (for girls, ages 3 through rising grade 8) offers classes in art, acting, singing, cooking, decorating, baking, sewing, creative writing, cross stitch, piano, music, ceramics, sports, swimming and more.

➤Camp ROAR (girls in rising grades 1-7) is a reading and language arts camp that gives girls opportunities to strengthen their phonics skills, oral reading fluency, reading comprehension skills and vocabulary development.

➤MANE Camp (girls in rising grades 1-7) is for students in need of additional support  to improve their math skills, build self-confidence and improve overall math competency.

➤Camp of Champions (girls in rising grades 1-8) is an athletic camp that offers one-week sessions in volleyball, softball, basketball, running, cheer, tennis and soccer.

Fees, deadlines and costs vary per camp. Camp director, Andrea Williams; register online at uanola.org; 866-5260.

OTHER DAY CAMPS

➤AUDUBON ZOO CAMP

Zoo Camps for boys and girls. One five-week session, May 30-June 30, and one three-week session, July 10-28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Campers will explore nature and animal science topics through a schedule of arts and crafts, daily visits to zoo exhibits. Hands-on activities, animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours and more. Cost, $205 a week for members, $240 a week for non-members. Information, camp director, Charlotte Page, 212-5357 or [email protected] Register online at www.audubon natureinstitute.org.

➤KEHOE-FRANCE 

Southshore camp, 720 Elise Ave., Metairie, for boys and girls ages 8 weeks old (by June 1) to 13. Offers an eight-week session June 5-July 28 ($1,710) or six-week session, June 5-July 14 ($1,360). 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Optional part-time camp available. Swimming, ceramics, arts and crafts, tennis, team sports, computer activities, cookouts on Southshore campus. Enrichment camps also available in computers and science, as well as a basketball camp. Camp open house, April 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information, 733-0472, www.kehoe-france.com

Northshore camp, 25 Patricia Drive, Covington, for boys and girls ages 6 months old to 13. Offfers Session 1, June 5-16, $460; Session 2, June 19-30, $460; Session 3, July 3-7 (no camp July 4), $175; Session 4, July 10-21, $460, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., with before and after care. Six weeks, $1,325; seven weeks, $1,425. Swimming, ceramics, arts and crafts, tennis, team sports, computer activities, cookouts, nature trails, scientific experiments and more. Camp open house April 29, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (985) 892-4415, www. kehoe-francens.com.

VACATION BIBLE CAMPS

➤ST. ANGELA MERICI (Metairie)

 The Maker Fun Factory Vacation Bible School for boys and girls entering grades pre-K4 through 5. May 30-June 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children grow closer to Jesus, the light of the world, through science, games, Scripture, praise and worship. Online registration March 15-April 15 at www.stangela.org. Cost, $80 and includes camp T-shirt. Extended care available. Information, Cathy Canter, 835-8491 or email [email protected]

➤ST. ANSELM (Madisonville) 

Vacation Bible School, June 5-9, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 

➤ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA (Metairie)

Vacation Bible School for boys and girls entering grades pre-K4 through 5. June 12-16, 9 a.m. to noon. Cost, $45. Parental participation required, with care available for volunteers who have younger children. Information, Michelle Alley, 835-9343. Email, [email protected]

➤ST. CLEMENT OF ROME (Metairie)

“Mighty Fortress: In Jesus, the Victory is Won,” offers boys and girls in preK3 through grade 4 a fun, faith-filled getaway during summer vacation. June 5-9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost, $75 per child. Registration deadline May 12. Information, 887-78211.

➤ST. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR (Metairie)

For boys and girls entering pre-K4 through grade 6. June 26-30, 9 a.m. to noon. Bible-learning activities, songs, science fun, exploring environment for God sightings, daily closing celebration. Cost, $30 plus $5 for T-shirt. Discounts for siblings. Information, 888-6353. 
➤ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI (New Orleans)

Camp Assisi VBS “Fun Factory: Created by God, Built for a Purpose,” (631 State St.), July 31-Aug. 4, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Open to children entering grades K-5. Children sixth grade and up can volunteer. Cost, $50 for first child and $25 for each additional child, includes T-shirt and snack. Registration deadline, June 30, Christi Schott, 891-4479, [email protected]

➤ST. JANE DE CHANTAL (Abita Springs)

Vacation Bible School for boys and girls who have completed kindergarten through fourth grade. June 19-23, 9 a.m. to noon, Barre Center. Information, (985) 892-1439.

➤ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST (Slidell)

Bible Camp, July 17-21, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Accept 4 years old through seventh grade. Music, lesson, craft, activities, adoration time. (985) 641-2570.

BABYSITTING SEMINARS

➤CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Boys and girls grades 6-8. The Parenting Center and the Junior League of New Orleans partner to provide Safe Sitter, a national nonprofit organization devoted to preparing young teens with the life and safety skills they need when they are home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. Ten, one-day certification sessions offered from early June through early August at Junior League headquarters, 4319 Carondelet St. Pre-registration is required. Information, 896-9591 or www.theparentingcenter.net. 

BOARDING CAMPS

➤ CAMP ABBEY
Boys-only and girls-only one-week camp sessions for those entering grades 3 though 9. There are four, one-week sessions for boys offered June 4-July 1 and four one-week sessions for girls offered July 2-29. Overnight accommodations sponsored by the Archdiocese of New Orleans’ CYO and Young Adult Ministry Office. Swimming, boating, team sports, arts and crafts, archery, fishing, music and more in a natural setting. Opportunities for Mass, eucharistic adoration, confession. Per-session cost of $409 a week includes all activities, lodging, three daily meals, snacks and T-shirt. Registration is first-come, first-served. Information, (985) 327-7240, email [email protected] or visit www.camp abbey.org. 77002 KC Camp Road, Covington.

➤ CAMP MARYMOUNT
Ages 6-17. Two-week sessions for girls June 4-16; three-week session for girls June 18-July 7, with option to sign up for all five weeks. One-week session for boys July 9-14; two-week boys’ session July 16-28 or can sign up for all three weeks. Catholic overnight camp is located 17 miles from Nashville, Tennessee. Horseback riding, arts and crafts, nature hikes, canoeing, archery and more. Non-refundable $150 deposit required after completing online application; it is applied to camp tuition. Information, (615) 799-0410, email [email protected] mount.com or visit www.camp marymount.com.

➤ ST. STANISLAUS
A day and resident camp for boys and girls ages 8-15; four, one-week sessions, June 11-July 8; Father and Son camp, July 8-9. Sailing, water skiing, archery, field sports and more. Cost, one week $695 (residential) and $340 (day); two weeks, $1,290 (residential) and $655 (day); three weeks, $1,885 (residential) and $970 (day); four weeks, $2,480 (residential) and $1,285 (day); Father and Son camp, $230 (first son) and $100 (second son). 304 South Beach Blvd., Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. (228) 467-9057, ext. 277, campstanislaus.com.

➤ GIRL SCOUT CAMPS
Overnight summer camps for girls entering grades 1-12, May 28-July 21, at Camp Covington, Camp Marydale in St. Francisville and Camp Whispering Pines in Independence, July 6-22. Three-, four-, five- and two-week sessions available. Facilities at Marydale include sports field, archery field, low-rope challenge course, hiking trails, equestrian center and swimming pool. Facilities at Camp Whispering Pines include high-rope challenge course, rock climbing wall, swimming pool, hiking trails, and stocked 23-acre lake for canoeing, row boating, kayaking, fishing, and a large slide. Participants who are not Girl Scouts are welcome to attend camp but must pay the Girl Scouts’ $15 membership fee. Session information, www.gsle.org; registration information, (800) 644-7571; program information, [email protected]

ENRICHMENT CAMPS

➤ ST. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR
St. Edward the Confessor Summer Reading and Math Clinics, May 30-June 30, with pre-testing dates May 23-25. Students receive 50 minutes of instruction, Monday-Friday, for five weeks. Cost, $300 per course plus $15 book fee and $25 registration. Information, Aimee Gardner, 888-6353, [email protected]

EXERCISE/GYMNASTICS

➤ ELMWOOD GYMNASTICS CENTER
A variety of camps to provide boys and girls ages 3-14 with summer fun and to keep them physically fit. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The programs include:
Kidsports Camp, May 15-Aug. 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., before and after care. Campers will have access to two floors of gym space, including the Adrenalin Rush – a 40-foot long inflatable obstacle course; the 100-yard long Adventure Challenge Maze featuring rope climbs, slides and obstacles; and a 40-foot tumble track trampoline; and daily swimming in Elmwood’s pools. Field trips for campers 5 and older include the Saints training facility, Airline Skate Park and Adventure Quest Laser Tag. Program also offers arts and crafts, talent show, and dress-up days based on weekly themes. 733-1200, www.elmwoodfitness.com. 1200 South Clearview Pkwy., Suite 1200, Harahan.
Gymnastics and Tumbling Camp, May 22-Aug. 11. For potty-trained boys and girls ages 3 and up, campers are divided by age and ability and have access to the 18,000-square-foot gym with beam, bar, floor exercise area, vault, a tumbling track, trampoline and cheerleading instruction, arts and crafts, camp songs; swimming nearby (at Elmwood Fitness), 700 C Elmwood Park Blvd., Harahan. 733-4496.

➤ LOYOLA UNIVERSITYNEW ORLEANS

➤ SUMMER JAZZ CAMP
For non-beginners entering grades 8-12 who play brass, woodwind or string instruments, piano, bass, guitar or drum set; June 12-15, Music Building, corner St. Charles and Calhoun, sponsored by School of Music. Combos, improvisation, theory, ear training, appreciation, faculty performances, individual lessons, master classes. Cost, $225. Registration deadline, May 23; Gordon Towell, [email protected]; 865-2164 or 865-3037.

➤ Summer Design Camp
Boys and girls entering grades 10-12, June 19-23 and June 26-30. Good Wood Nola and Loyola’s Department of Design sponsor this camp in which students will work with professors and professionals in game design, animation design, photo design, 3-D printing and design, hand lettering/chalking design, coding and design build. Cost, $250 for one session and $400 for two. Info: [email protected]; 861-5456

➤ Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong Summer
Jazz Camp
Students, ages 10-21, June 26-July 14. In this pre-eminent jazz education program, students study a primary instrument and may select from along the following electives: music composition, swing dance or voice. Participants must audition by appointment on June 13 or 14. Tuition and Fees: http://louisarmstrongjazzcamp.com/registration/tuition-fees/. 715-9295; [email protected] jazzcamp.com.

➤ Loyola University Kids Art Summer Camp
Boys and girls ages 7-14. Visual arts enrichment program that is art history-based and provides supervised hands-on experience in painting, drawing, printmaking, ceramics and sculpture. Concludes with art exhibit. Cost, $400 for one two-week session; [email protected]

➤ Electric Girls Summer Camp 2017
Girls, ages 5-8 and 9-14. Campers learn the fundamentals of electronics and programming, and use these new skills build their own inventions. They are guided through the design process. (505) 850-7578; [email protected]

➤ Loyola International Music Institute-NOLA
Open to pre-professional level, university level, high school level and middle school level musicians, Aug. 2-5 and Aug. 7-13. Audition video required. Intensive private lessons, master classes, technique classes, ensembles, as well as solo and ensemble performances at the end of each session. Session I, $375 plus $75 registration fee; Session II, $600 plus $75 registration fee. 616-1652; [email protected].