Week 2

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

In this two-week course, you will learn all the fundamentals of pottery from hand-building techniques, to wheel throwing and sculpting. Learn or expand your knowledge of the tools, materials, and techniques used in pottery making. No prior experience is necessary -- our instructor will be there to guide you through every step of the process. By the end of the camp, you will have the skills and confidence to create beautiful, functional, and unique pottery pieces of your own. 
instructor: Kristi Duckworth (ceramist and painter)
cost: $450 two-week camp

Join us for a week of cultural exploration, culinary delights, and language learning, where your camper can immerse themselves in the vibrant world of Hispanic traditions and make lasting memories. 
instructor: Jennifer Lastra
cost: $230

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