Camps for Rising 2nd Graders

This high-energy camp gives young athletes the chance to try a variety of sports and games in a supportive, fun environment. Campers will rotate through activities like soccer, basketball, tee-ball, relay races, and more — developing teamwork, coordination, and confidence along the way. Whether your child loves to kick, throw, jump, or run, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and succeed at. Join us for a week of sports, skills, and smiles!
Instructor: Hutchison Athletics
Cost: $180

Bring your doll and join us for one of the most in-demand camps in town. Bloom Studios founder Emily Cantrell leads a week of exciting activities, doll dress-making, creating accessories, and tea parties, just to name a few.
Instructor: Emily Bernal (Bloom Studios)
Cost: $300

Instructor: Anne Sawyer
Cost: $220

This creative camp introduces campers to the vibrant world of flowers through art. Each day, young artists will explore different flowers, learning about their colors, shapes, and textures. They'll engage in hands-on activities such as painting, crafting, and creating collages, all inspired by the beauty of flowers. The camp aims to foster creativity, enhance fine motor skills, and deepen appreciation for nature. By the end of the camp, each child will have a portfolio of their floral artwork to take home, celebrating their artistic journey and the beauty of flowers.
Instructor: Martha Berge (Hutchison Art Teacher)
Cost: $180

Cost: $190

Explore the fascinating chemistry of food as we transform everyday ingredients into edible experiments. Students will tend to their own living sourdough starter while learning the science behind heat, pH, and fermentation through hands-on activities.
Instructor: Renee Reim (Hutchison Upper School teacher)
Cost: $215

Build, decorate, and bring your very own dream dollhouse to life! In Dollhouse Design Camp, campers will step into the role of mini architects and interior designers as they plan, construct, and personalize their very own dollhouse. Throughout the week, we’ll explore creative design, color choices, and hands-on building skills using craft materials and imagination. Campers will paint walls, choose furniture styles, add special touches like rugs and wallpaper, and make accessories to make each room feel just right. By the end of the week, every child will go home with a custom, ready-to-play dollhouse they designed themselves — perfect for display, playtime, or sharing with friends and family!
Instructor: Madison Hollingsworth (Hutchison Early Childhood teacher)
Cost: $250

Disney’s Finding Nemo KIDS is a 30-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo KIDS brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure. 
Instructors: John Michael Joiner (Hutchison Performing Arts Director)
Cost: $495

This camp encourages creativity, problem-solving, and exploration through a variety of engaging do-it-yourself projects. Campers will explore various musical instruments, learn basic rhythms and melodies, and even create simple instruments, turn their pictures into puzzles, learn basic sewing techniques to create and personalize stuffed animals, and so much more! Combine creativity with practical skills in this awesome DIY camp. 
Instructor: Alex Bunkley (Hutchison Lower School teacher)
Cost: $230

Create Fairy Magic by exploring literature, art, and the world of fairies. Read fairy stories, design and build tiny fairy gardens, tooth fairy keepsakes, and end the week with a fairy tea party.
Instructor: Heather Fontana (kindergarten teacher)
Cost: $225

This enchanting camp offers a hands-on experience in crafting and decorating a whimsical fairy house from clay, followed by designing a magical landscape complete with rocks, moss, mushrooms, and other delightful fairy accessories.
Instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
Cost: $275

Calling all Fancy Nancy fans! Celebrate Fancy Nancy with a unique (that’s fancy for a one-of-a-kind) camp. Imagine the adventurous fun you will have at this summer camp filled with fancy stories, creative crafts, pirouettes (that’s a fancy ballet name for spins), tea parties, fancy indoor campout, spa day, and other activities that are tres magnifique. Based on books from the Fancy Nancy series by Jane O’Connor.
Instructor: Heather Fontana and Alex Bunkley (Hutchison Lower School teachers)
Cost: $230

Become a Master Chemist in this high-energy, glow-in-the-dark adventure! Campers will create "Living" magnetic slimes, "Supernova" cloud drizzles, and glowing galaxy jars while exploring the science of polymers and invisible forces. Each day features hands-on lab creation and "Blacklight Zone" games.
Instructor: Kelly Wortham (Hutchison Lower School Teacher)
Cost: $225

Uniquely You is an interactive fashion camp experience where
Participants will explore self-expression through fashion. Each camper will discover the power and symbolism of colors and what they mean to them and their personal style. Through creating custom looks, participants will learn creative ways to repurpose recycled clothing and accessories to develop new design styles. Campers will also focus on the value and significance of building self-confidence skills throughout the week. At the end of the camp, girls will showcase their unique custom outfits in a fashion show!

*Please note that this free summer class is being taught by one of our rising seniors, Lucy Belle Rounder, as part of her myExperience project at Hutchison’s Institute for Responsible Citizenship. Upper School girls in this program create a unique project in an area of personal interest and, in cases such as this one, conduct field research by teaching a curriculum that they have written. Lucy Belle will be in charge of the class day-to-day, while also being assessed and supervised by the Institute faculty. 

Instructor: Lucy Belle Rounder (Hutchison rising senior)
cost: Free

Campers will learn about the history and evolution of jewelry while creating beautiful masterpieces of their own. Every camper will learn to make different pieces of jewelry, show off their creations, and bring home a variety of pieces.
Instructor: Alex Bunkley (Hutchison Lower School teacher)
Cost: $190

Campers will explore the squishy, soft, and super-easy modeling material known as Model Magic to sculpt, shape, and create amazing 3D masterpieces. Model Magic is lightweight and easy to mold, so kids can use their imaginations to build characters, animals, imaginative worlds, colorful sculptures, and more — then let their creations air-dry to keep forever! Activities will include color mixing, texture play, creative challenges, and group projects that encourage artistic expression and fine motor skills. Whether shaping a tiny creature or designing a unique piece of art, every camper will have a blast bringing their ideas to life!
Instructor: Martha Berge (Hutchison Lower School art teacher)
Cost: $180

Campers will explore the soft, squishy fun of Model Magic to sculpt beads, charms, pendants, and other wearable treasures they can proudly take home. Throughout the week, kids will experiment with color mixing, shapes, and textures to design necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more — using air-dry clay techniques that are perfect for young hands. We’ll also add fun details like ribbon, cord, and embellishments to bring each piece to life. This camp encourages imagination, fine motor skills, and artistic expression as every camper creates their own custom collection of jewelry to wear and share!
Instructor: Martha Berge (Hutchison Lower School Art Teacher)
Cost: $220

Instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramics and painting)
Cost: $295

The enchanting world of fairy tales comes alive in this immersive camp offering a blend of storytelling, creativity, and adventure, designed to captivate young imaginations.
Each day, campers will delve into classic stories, discovering beloved characters and timeless plots. Through interactive readings and discussions, children will gain a deeper appreciation for these narratives. Encouraging creativity, campers will craft their own fairy tales, developing storytelling skills and expressing their unique ideas. A variety of crafts and games inspired by fairy tales will bring stories to life, and hands-on activities will allow campers to construct castles, fostering teamwork and imaginative play. 
Join us at Once Upon a Summer Camp for a magical summer filled with stories, creativity, and fun.
Instructor: Alex Bunkley (Hutchison Lower School Teacher)
Cost: $225

Explore your creativity in clay and build your pottery skills while making whimsical and fun hand-building projects, such as toad houses, mugs, ornaments, and wind chimes. Also, try your hand at throwing on the wheel.  
Instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
Cost: $450, two-week camp

Prepare for a drum learning experience like no other with Drums Unlimited Renegades of Rhythm.
Instructor: Andrew Hatfield (Renegades of Rhythm)
Cost: $170

Get ready to begin the school year feeling confident and excited! Campers revisit important skills and build a strong foundation before the school year starts. Through fun, hands‑on activities, students will practice key reading, writing, and classroom routines in a low‑pressure, supportive setting. Campers will enjoy group games, creative projects, and review exercises that help strengthen skills like comprehension and writing with confidence — while also making new friends and building excitement for second grade!
Instructor: Melissa Berthelson (Hutchison second-grade teacher)
Cost: $205

Grab your needle and thread because we are "SEW" happy for your budding seamstress to join us each day as we explore the basics of sewing. Your child will design and create a variety of hands-on projects throughout the week of camp. We provide all fabrics, sewing machines, and supplies; you just bring the creativity. 
Instructor: Creative Education Services
Cost: $255

Instructors: Clint Browne (Hutchison soccer coach) and Upper School Soccer player helpers
Cost: $180

This immersive camp introduces children to the thrilling world of espionage through hands-on activities and engaging mysteries. Campers will learn the art of invisible ink, crafting secret messages that can only be revealed with special techniques. This activity combines fun with a touch of science, as children discover how to create and decode hidden notes. Delve into the science of fingerprinting by dusting for prints and analyzing them to solve mysteries. This hands-on experience introduces basic forensic techniques in an interactive setting. Each day, campers will read and discuss a chapter from an A-Z Mystery book, enhancing their reading skills while unraveling clues alongside their favorite characters. Join us for an unforgettable adventure where young minds can explore the world of espionage, develop critical thinking skills, and have a blast solving mysteries!
Instructor: Molly Bond (Hutchison Lower School teacher)
Cost: $230

This mixed media art camp is the perfect introduction to a range of media and techniques for your budding young artist. Through creative exploration and experimentation, your child will be introduced to a variety of materials and tools to create exciting and unique artwork. From drawing and painting to sculpture, collage, and more, this class will introduce your child to a range of materials and techniques to help them explore their artistic style. With guidance and support from their teacher, your child will create artwork that is both fun and meaningful to them.
Instructor: Martha Berge (Hutchison Lower School Art teacher)
Cost: $225

This camp invites young performers to bring an island to life through movement, storytelling, and ensemble play. Inspired by Peter Brown’s beloved novel, The Wild Robot, campers explore belonging, empathy, and community as they create a visually rich, collaborative performance filled with animal characters and imaginative design.
Instructor: Julia Hinson (actress and theater teacher)
Cost: $225

Is it true that it can rain fish? Does space smell like burnt steak? And can a shark actually glow in the dark? Inspired by the world-famous National Geographic Kids book series, this high-energy, hands-on camp invites curious minds to explore the "wild, wacky, and wonderful" side of science and history. Each day, campers will dive into a new theme—from the gross biology of the human body to the mysterious "Midnight Zone" of the deep ocean.
Instructors: Kelly Wortham and Jessica Wilson (Hutchison Lower School Teachers)
Cost: $225

Campers will explore a world where science sparkles and imagination shines! Guided by a little "goodness and glitter," they'll build, create, and experiment as they discover that real magic comes from curiosity, courage, and kindness. With creativity that defies gravity and confidence that shines from within, campers will see that science can be just as enchanting and inspiring, proving that being popular means being brave, bright, and wonderfully unique! 
Instructor: Creative Education Services
Cost: $255

Anthropologist and world travel adventurer, Emily Bernal, presents an engaging curriculum covering different countries and cultures through crafts, music, and language!
Instructor: Emily Bernal (Bloom Studios)
Cost: $300