Make cool science projects that mom won't let you do at home! Chemistry rockets, exploding Mentos, elephant toothpaste, egg in a bottle, and smoke bomb launchers. Experiment with magnets, electricity, air pressure, eggs, and sound. Get ready to get messy and have fun!
instructor: Lucy Wesson (lower school science specialist)
cost: $225

Plein Aire painting, art history education, and Impressionist style lessons based on the work of Monet are sure to delight your budding artist. Anytime you’re with Madeline, you’ll be sure to learn some fun French phrases too! 
instructor: Miss. Emily (Bloom Studios)
cost: $300

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

Campers will enjoy learning a variety of painting techniques to further develop their artistic skills and creative thinking skills. We will learn about different artists while creating fun age-appropriate art projects
instructor: Rachel Wilkes (Hutchison Early Childhood Assistant)
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, and wind chimes. Also, try your hand at throwing on the wheel.  
instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
cost: $450, two-week camp

Embark on a week-long journey where music and the animal kingdom unite! Each day, campers will explore a different animal, delving into its unique characteristics and the sounds it inspires. Through engaging discussions, interactive activities, and musical explorations, children will discover how animals influence music across cultures and genres. This camp offers a harmonious blend of education and creativity, fostering a deeper appreciation for both wildlife and music.
instructor: Patrick Jones (Hutchison Music Teacher)
cost: $220

instructor: Cheer Coaches
cost: $225

Please note that this free summer class is being taught by one of our rising seniors, Iris Bird, 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. Iris will be in charge of the class day to day, while also being assessed and supervised by the Institute faculty, including Helen Guyton. 

instructor: Iris Bird (Hutchison rising senior)
cost: Free

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’Conner.
instructor: Heather Fontana and Renee Grinder (Kindergarten teachers)
cost: $230

Use the flowers at the Hutchison farm to make beautiful preserved and living art! Girls will make flower crowns while also practicing patterning and counting. Explore the beauty of the farm with petal suncatchers, sun prints, and floral printmaking.
cost: $220

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: Rachel Wilkes (Hutchison Lower School assistant teacher)
cost: $230

Embark on a magical journey with Magic Treehouse Adventure Camp! Inspired by Mary Pope Osborne's beloved Magic Tree House series, this camp offers a blend of storytelling, exploration, and hands-on activities that bring the adventures of Jack and Annie to life. Campers will delve into different Magic Tree House books, exploring diverse settings and historical periods. Through interactive readings and discussions, children will engage with the stories and characters, fostering a love for literature. Engage in activities that mirror the adventures of Jack and Annie, including nature walks, treasure hunts, and so much more! Join us at Magic Treehouse Adventure Camp for a summer filled with imagination, learning, and unforgettable adventures!
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, and wind chimes. Also, try your hand at throwing on the wheel.  
instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
cost: $450, two-week camp

Collaborate on a couture gown from beginning to end while learning the fundamentals of machine, hand sewing, and embroidery.
instructor: Miss. Emily (Bloom Studios)
cost: $300

This camp is geared toward enhancing the camper's creative skills. Using imagination, mixed media, and color to extend each camper’s level of crafting. 
instructor: Anne Sawyer
cost: $175

The Quickstart method makes the game of tennis easily accessible to the little ones by using a smaller court, net, racquet, and larger foam tennis balls. DROP OFF AND PICK UP AT TENNIS CENTER
instructor: Wellford-Dunavant Tennis Center Coaches
cost: $115

Whether you have previous experience or want to experience clay for the first time, this class will be a fun exploration of this hands-on and versatile medium. You will build your skills through a series of small projects utilizing different construction techniques, including slab building, pinch pot, extruding, coils, and throwing on the wheel.  We will look at traditional and contemporary sculptures and then you will design and create your inspired 3D forms.
instructor: Kristi Duckworth (Ceramist and Painter)
cost: $450

instructors: Clint Browne (Hutchison soccer coach)
cost: $125

instructors: Soccer Shots Coaches
cost: $225

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 including, doll dress-making, creating accessories, and dream doll bed construction, just to name a few.
instructor: Emily Cantrell (Bloom Studios)
cost: $300

cost: $225

Join us for a fun and exciting magical experience this summer! Campers will enjoy various hands-on activities, such as Care of Magical Creatures, Potions, Charms, and more. Campers will also participate in special events such as Quidditch matches, scavenger hunts, and the art of the wand while reading and analyzing the original literature.
instructors: Lucy Wesson (lower school science teacher) and Robert Lofton (upper school science teacher)
cost: $230

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

Read books about zoo animals, learn about natural habitats with hands-on projects, and go on a walking safari to the Hutchison Farm.
instructor: Brooke Fulcher (Early Childhood Teacher)
cost: $225

This class takes a deep dive into what it takes to succeed on the ACT. Participants will examine the tendencies of the ACT and learn general and content-specific strategies. Students will also gain valuable experience by working through problems from actual ACT tests.
cost: $425

Get ready to roar and explore! In this exciting camp, little paleontologists will go on prehistoric adventures to uncover the mysteries of dinosaurs. Through hands-on activities, dino digs, and interactive games, campers will learn about fossils, dinosaur habitats, and what made these amazing creatures roar. This camp is perfect for curious minds who love to discover and imagine. 
instructor: Creative Education Services
cost: $250

Build, Experiment, Create! Spend the week exploring different STEM-based subjects through fun daily activities that expand your knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math while building your creative mind.

instructor: Lucy Wesson (Hutchison LS Science Teacher)
cost: $225

Students will learn proper technique, rudiments, and reading as well as beats.
instructor: Andrew Hatfield (director, Renegades of Rhythm)
cost: $140

Students will learn proper technique, Rudiments, reading, and playing beats.
instructor: Andrew Hatfield (director, Renegades of Rhythm)
cost: $160

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 (lower school art teacher)
cost: $225

Campers will explore the art of punch needle embroidery. Learning to use a punch needle tool to create textured designs on fabric, enhances their fine motor skills and artistic expression. The camp offers a variety of projects, including wall hangings, coasters, and decorative pieces, allowing campers to experiment with different patterns and colors. This hands-on experience fosters creativity, patience, and a sense of accomplishment as campers complete their own unique artworks.   
instructor: Ann Sawyer
cost: $230

Join us as we explore the magical world beneath the waves, discovering colorful fish, playful dolphins, and the wonders of the ocean. Through songs, crafts, games, and storytelling, little ones will learn about sea creatures and the importance of protecting our oceans and have a splash-tastic time with their friends. Perfect for curious young explorers who love to swim, splash, and imagine! 
instructors: Jazmine Aguilar and Avery Penn (Hutchison Early Childhood Teachers)
cost: $225

The Hutchison Middle School volleyball camp will offer opportunities for campers to strengthen individual skills while also growing a better understanding of team concepts, with a strong focus on the fundamentals of the game. Coaches will use a variety of drills, games, demonstrations, and individual instruction to help each girl improve their performance on the court while providing a fun and engaging environment. Campers will benefit from opportunities to apply what they are learning in both small (ex: 2v2) and large (ex: 6v6) group settings throughout the camp.
instructors: Anne Willson (volleyball coach)
cost: $220

Young actors will jump down the rabbit hole into a world of imagination! Through creative play, storytelling, and movement, students will help bring Alice in Wonderland to life. 
instructor: Julia Hinson
cost: $225

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: $225

Join us for a summer adventure blending the wonders of nature with the magic of fairy tales. Each day, young campers embark on guided nature walks, discovering the beauty of the outdoors while engaging in hands-on crafting activities that enhance fine motor skills. Inspired by beloved fairy tales, children create themed crafts, such as building castles from natural materials or crafting crowns fit for royalty. This immersive experience fosters creativity, physical development, and a deep appreciation for the natural world. By combining the enchantment of fairy tales with the exploration of nature, Enchanted Explorers offers a unique and enriching summer experience for young children.
instructors: Jazmine Aguilar and Avery Penn (Hutchison Early Childhood Teachers)
cost: $225

Create Fairy Magic by exploring literature, art, and the world of fairies. Read fairy stories, design and build tiny fairy gardens, and tooth fairy keepsakes, then 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

Join us for a week of music, fashion, and fun, where your child can unleash their inner pop star and create unforgettable memories!
instructor: Aleshia Smith
cost: $225

The Quickstart Academy will use the Quickstart Tennis teaching method, a program designed to help young athletes learn tennis. The Quickstart method makes tennis easily accessible to children by using a smaller court, net, racquet, and larger foam tennis balls.
DROP OFF AND PICK UP AT TENNIS CENTER
instructor: Wellford-Dunavant Tennis Center Coaches
cost: $150

instructor: Thomas Jones (varsity basketball coach, AAU coach, and basketball trainer)
cost: $175

Through acting, storytelling, and teamwork, young performers will help create a fun play where the audience decides what happens next.
instructor: Julia Hinson
cost: $225

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: $225

Don't let your summer go without piecing together some fun and beautiful creations out of tile, marbles, broken dishes, glass, rocks, and hand-made tile. Explore mandalas, create your own garden stone, animal/sea creature, and much more in this one-of-a-kind 3-D class. Space is limited. 
instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
cost: $295

instructor: Kristi Duckworth
cost: $295

This fun-filled camp lets little ones express themselves through music, rhythm, and movement. From clapping hands to stomping feet, jumping, twirling, and playing instruments, campers will explore different sounds, beats, and music styles. Each day, we’ll sing catchy tunes, dance to fun rhythms, and create silly, joyful moments that get everyone moving. Perfect for campers who love to sing, dance, and let their imagination run wild!
instructor: Lisa Hill (Hutchison Early Childhood Teacher)
cost: $225

Need help getting all of your summer work done? Tired of haggling with your daughter to get it done? Send her to Packet Pacer! Summer work assistance for math packets, IXL, summer reading, and journaling. 
instructor: Hutchison lower school teachers
cost: $150

Get ready...this camp is going to BLOW YOUR MIND! Never before have young coders had the opportunity to code and program lifelike robots. Meet Blue, our expressive, programmable robot head that is built with seven motors that tilt and turn the head and eyes, and move its eyelids and lips. Students can program human-like speech, facial gestures, sensing, and more. 
instructor: Creation Station
cost: $275

3, 2, 1...Blast Off!! Young astronauts will have a blast in our out-of-this-world summer camp. Campers will build and explore life in outer space with LEGOS, K'Nex, magnets, and other hands-on tools. Imaginations will soar as we explore the solar system together. Each day your little space engineer will create one-of-a-kind art projects, explore planets, and participate in intergalactic challenges. 
instructor: Creative Education Services
cost: $275

instructor: Heather Fontana (Hutchison lower school teacher)
cost: $205

instructor: Alex Bunkley and Marianna Heimbach (Hutchison lower school teachers)
cost: $205

instructor: Jessica Wilson (Hutchison lower school teacher)
cost: $205

instructor: Maddie Beene (junior kindergarten teacher)
cost: $205

Change your ADDitude about math with this fun, fast-paced skill-building experience. Improve math skills and gain confidence for the new school year. Speed and accuracy of math facts will be a focus. 
instructor: Jessica Wilson (Hutchison lower school teacher)
cost: $155

instructor: Molly Prewitt (Upper School Math Teacher)
cost: $180

instructor: Molly Prewitt (Upper School Math Teacher)
cost: $180

instructor: Andrew Hatfield (director, Renegades of Rhythm)
cost: $275

instructor: Melissa Berthelson (Hutchison second grade teacher)
cost: $205

instructor: Lauren Perry (Hutchison third grade teacher)
cost: $205

instructor: Anne Sawyer
cost: $220

instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
cost: $275

Classic Still Lifes, Landscapes, and Portraits enhanced with hand-made, and found paper and other objects
instructor: Kristi Duckworth
cost: $275