Session 1: June 1-5, 2026

Summer Sharks

Rising Pre-K 4 - 5th $300

Ready for the best summer ever? Come join JCDS in celebrating 55 years of summer camp with Summer Sharks! Spend your summer with us swimming, in our beautiful gym, and competing in special events. Campers will travel on a weekly off-campus field trip, earn the 2026 bottle badges, visit the art room and enjoy game time with friends in their cabin.

New for 2026 we are introducing the Invention Lab! This will be a space for campers to explore creativity, test out their skills and challenge their minds and friends to a weekly special project.

Daily lunch and a snack are included for all campers. Get ready to spend your summer the right way with JCDS!

Field Trip:
Pre-K 4 - 2nd: Campers will be headed to Tree Hill Nature Center for a fun educational program and to explore the trails, nature center and animals.

3rd - 5th: Campers will be to The Igloo for Ice Skating fun! (Tentative).

Tiny Tales Dance Camp

Rising Pre-K 4 - K $350
presented by Josie Camp

"Come explore the world of dance in a storybook-inspired dance camp where classic children’s stories come to life through movement! Each day, dancers will jump into favorite tales like Goldilocks and the Three Bears and The Three Little Pigs, bringing the stories to life with creative dance, music, games and crafts. This camp is perfect for young dancers. This camp encourages imagination, storytelling, and confidence. No reading required, just lots of dancing, giggles, and fun! This camp will be led by JCDS Dance Instructor Josie Camp."

Young Engineers

Rising Pre-K 4 - K $375
presented by Sarah Lockley

Come learn about the world through the eyes of an engineer! Campers will focus on a new topic each day and explore a variety of scientific and engineering concepts, culminating each topic in a unique student created 3d model. Campers will study everything from mechanical concepts like the wheel and axle, learn about the life cycle of bugs, and even mechanisms of flight! This program will be led by JCDS partner & Young Engineers staff, Sarah Lockley.

Books and Bricks 

Rising K - 2nd $350
presented by Kate Krawiec

Dive into reading and tap into your creativity! During camp, we will explore books of various genres and topics, bringing the stories to life and developing a love for all things literature. Using Legos, we will create characters and settings to complement the stories, using gross motor skills and imagination to tie it all together. Students do not need to be readers for this camp, and LEGO masters of all levels are welcome. This program will be led by JCDS Director of Technology, Kate Krawiec.

Cooking with Dough

Rising 1st - 4th $400
presented by Iliana Leonard

Turn your child into a culinary wizard this summer! This immersive, hands-on experience is perfect for young chefs who want to explore the versatile world of dough. Campers will learn essential techniques to make a variety of delicious creations, including breads, sweet treats, and global flavors. This yummy, dough-themed camp will be led by JCDS Spanish Specialist, Iliana Leonard

Outer Space Art

Rising 1st - 5th $400
presented by Alli Flores

Ready to blast off? This week of interstellar exploration will be a journey of art related to the stars, planets, suns, moons, and all of their travelers! Campers will get to explore clay sculpting, printmaking, chalk pastels, and more while creating fun "out of this world" pieces. Outer Space Art will be led by JCDS Art Specialist Alli Flores.

K Pop Heroes

Rising 2nd - 5th $350
presented by Cristina Knodel

Are you ready to be GOLDEN? K-Pop Heroes Camp invites kids into a high-energy world where imagination meets creativity and fun. Campers form their own K-Pop hero teams, create a logo, design their own light sticks and stage accessories, and build performance skills through teamwork games. With music, movement, and plenty of creative expression, campers enjoy an action-packed week of rhythm, collaboration, and K-Pop–inspired excitement! This program will be led by JCDS Computer Science and Technology Integration Specialist, Cristina Knodel.

See the Seas

Rising 2nd - 5th $350
presented by Chloe Mazurik

Dolphins, whales, and sharks, oh my! Dive into an underwater adventure at our marine-themed camp! Explore the fascinating world of dolphins, whales, and sharks while discovering the importance of oceans and water conservation. Campers will learn about pollution’s impact on marine life, uncover the mysteries of deep-sea creatures, and gain a deeper appreciation for the incredible wildlife that calls the ocean home. This program will be led by JCDS 2nd-grade Teacher Chloe Mazurik.