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Meet Our New Directors!

We’re excited to announce that Mrs. Amanda Martin and Mrs. Hillary Harris will serve as Co-Directors for Summer at St. Mary’s! Both bring tremendous creativity, experience, and heart to this role, and they are already planning a fun, engaging, and joy-filled June for our campers.

Amanda and Hillary are especially eager to continue a favorite St. Mary’s tradition — welcoming back our alumni as summer volunteers and leaders. Their shared dedication to our students and to the mission of St. Mary’s promises a summer full of adventure, curiosity, and community.

Summer at St. Mary's opens February 2nd, 2026 for families enrolled at St. Mary's and March 2, 2026 for all others.

Please join us in celebrating Amanda and Hillary as they step into these new leadership roles!

A Note from Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Martin:

“We’re delighted to lead this year’s Summer at St. Mary’s! We’ve planned an imaginative and joy-filled month packed with activities students (and teachers!) will look forward to each day. We can’t wait to spend June with you!”

 

Summer at St. Mary's - June

Summer fun kicks off with four straight weeks of outdoor exploration, enrichment, friendship, and adventure!

Led by St. Mary’s Preschool Teacher Hillary Harris and Kindergarten Teacher Amanda Martin, our June camps are staffed by St. Mary’s faculty and are always a highlight of the summer. Families may register for all four weeks or choose the sessions that fit their schedule best—we can’t wait to share all the fun June has in store!

June Camps are open to children ages 3–11.
Campers must be potty-trained and able to manage their bathroom needs independently. Advance registration and payment are required. Camp sessions are filled on a first-come, first-paid basis.

Camp Schedule
Monday–Friday
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Campers will be placed in classrooms based on the grade they will enter in the fall of 2026.
 

Registration will open March 2nd for campers not enrolled at SMES. Currently enrolled SMES students, and SMES students enrolled for the 2025-2026 school year may register beginning February 2nd.

Please register for the grade level your child will enter in the fall of 2025. 

Registration coming soon!

Power up for a week of creative play, problem-solving, and digital imagination!

Gamer Week invites campers into a pixel-inspired world where learning meets play. Campers will explore classic and modern gaming themes through art, building challenges, coding-style thinking, music, and movement. Activities encourage logic, collaboration, and creativity while celebrating the fun of games both on-screen and off.

From hands-on maker projects and math games to active outdoor play and imaginative storytelling, Gamer Week is a high-energy start to summer that keeps minds engaged and bodies moving.

Where stories come alive, and imagination leads the way.

Storybook Week immerses children in the magical world of books, fairy tales, and beloved characters. Campers will explore classic and contemporary stories through creative art projects, dramatic play, STEM challenges, and campus-wide reading experiences.

Children will engage in author and illustrator studies, story-inspired games, and collaborative problem-solving activities — all designed to nurture a love of reading, spark their imagination, and build communication skills in joyful and playful ways.

Teamwork, movement, and camaraderie! 

Sports Week celebrates physical activity, cooperation, and perseverance. Campers will rotate through a variety of movement-based games, friendly competitions, and team challenges that promote healthy habits, sportsmanship, and confidence.

This week combines fitness, fun, and encouragement — providing campers with opportunities to try new skills, cheer for one another, and experience the joy of active play.

Create, explore, and celebrate creativity!

Maker Week is a hands-on celebration of imagination and innovation. Campers will design, build, paint, and experiment through a variety of art, STEM, and creative engineering projects inspired by the joys of summer.

Throughout the week, children work on collaborative and individual projects using a variety of materials and techniques. From guided art projects to open-ended making, students are encouraged to problem-solve, take creative risks, and express themselves in joyful, meaningful ways — all while developing fine motor skills, confidence, and a love for creating.

BTC - Beyond the Camp

Beyond the Camp is returning for all camps in June this summer! More details to come. BTC registration will be available with camp registration.

BTC Highlights:

  • Hands-on Arts & Crafts
  • Outdoor Games & Sports
  • Hiking & Fishing
  • STEAM Activities & Creative Challenges

Summer at St. Mary's - July

We are so happy to offer once again specialty camps taught by SMES teachers this July! Please see details and registration information below.

July Camps:

Cheer & Tumbling Camp with Mrs. Martin
Coding & 3D Printing Camp with Mrs. Sutch
Art Camp with Mrs. Jaggers
Cooking Camp with Mrs. Young

Registration coming soon!

Campers will enjoy a full week of high-energy fun while learning new tumbling skills and an exciting cheer routine! Throughout the week, participants will build confidence, coordination, and teamwork in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Parents are invited to a special performance at the end of the week, where campers will showcase what they’ve learned.

Please send your camper with a lunch and water bottle each day—and get ready for a week full of pep, spirit, and cheer!

9 am - 2 pm | Preschool through 5th | Mrs. Martin

Registration coming soon!

Campers will dive into the exciting world of technology as they create and code their own programs and games using a variety of beginner-friendly coding languages. In addition, campers will build a foundation in 3D modeling while designing and printing their very own 3D creations to take home.

This hands-on camp encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking while introducing valuable STEM skills in a fun and engaging way. 

9am - Noon | 1st through 5th grade | Mrs. Sutch

Get ready to paint, draw, and create your way into a world of imagination! Each day is a brand-new adventure in color and creativity as campers explore a variety of materials, tools, and artistic techniques. From bold brushstrokes to detailed designs, young artists will have the freedom to express themselves and discover their unique artistic style.

Come experience your creative side this summer with Mrs. Jaggers at Art Camp!

9:30 - 11:00 a.m. | 1st -5th Grade | Mrs. Jaggers

Young chefs will roll up their sleeves for a week full of hands-on culinary fun! Campers will learn basic kitchen skills, practice safe food handling, and follow simple recipes with the guidance of an adult helper. Each day, they’ll measure, mix, and create a tasty dish—then enjoy sampling their delicious creations at the end of each session.

This camp encourages independence, teamwork, and confidence while making learning fun (and yummy!). Please send your camper with a water bottle and an appetite for cooking, creating, and tasting!

9am - Noon | 1st - 5th Grade | Mrs. Young