Saratoga Independent School Camps
459 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs (518) 583-0841 www.siskids.org
Whether exploring the past or designing the future, the summer enrichment experience at Saratoga Independent School is sure to engage and excite children ages 3 to 12 years old. Our morning program themes change from week to week with topics of all interests. Campers will spend time with a variety of teachers, including STEM, PE, and Art, all while experiencing theme-based exploration. Afternoon sessions are available if you would like to extend camp to a full day. The afternoon sessions will be multi-age and less structured than our morning sessions.
We will offer water play, outdoor activities, and a variety of other opportunities for personal expression. Our teachers are fully committed to providing a nurturing, respectful, and exciting summer for your child. Make this a summer to remember at Saratoga Independent School.
Love what you Sow, Eat what you Grow
July 3-7
Nothing tastes better than food you grow yourself! This week we will dig into how and where fruits and veggies of the rainbow grow. Some garden work will be part of each day, as well as some yummy taste testing.
Animal Adaptations and Look-a-Like Creatures
July 10-14
Is it an alligator or a crocodile? A leopard or a jaguar? The wild world of animals inspires questions at every turn. Children will really sink their teeth into this week, designing their own creature and habitat as they learn about some of nature’s most amazing creatures.
Holiday-a-Day
July 17-21
Get your passport ready as we travel across five continents in five days learning and celebrating some lesser- known holidays from around the world. Add in a little geography, some map skills, and an appreciation for varied cultures and we can get this party started.
Wet, Wild, and Weird
July 24-28
This water-themed week is sure to “wet” your appetite for fun. Water plays such an important role on our earth. We will learn about different bodies of water and the animals that live there, as well as how to help keep the water on our planet clean. Waterslide design will wrap up this week and we hope to even test out some of our plans.
Summer is STEAM’N!
July 31-August 4
STEAM shouldn’t be limited to the kitchen or the science lab! This week we are taking it outdoors and into NATURE. From symmetry to structures, our future artists and engineers will use things found in our environment to observe, experiment, craft, and build.
Closing Camp Out
August 7-11
Summer wouldn’t be summer without a little (day) camping. Try your hand at setting up a tent, building a shelter, and learning some outdoor safety tips and tricks. A leisurely pretend (cardboard) boat ride and some (play) fishing will leave you recharged and ready to roast some marshmallows as we say goodbye to the summer of 2023
Emerging Community Leaders Program
Being a leader is more than just good communication and organizational skills. It means stretching yourself, facing challenges and having a positive impact on your community and the issues you care about.
This full day option for children 9-12 is an incredible opportunity to build teamwork, problem solving, and leadership skills. In the mornings, the students will volunteer in our day camp classrooms. Responsibilities may include running a PE game or setting up a craft station for preschoolers.
In the afternoon each student will design an action plan for a cause that is close to his/her heart. Campers have raised money for animal shelters, food banks, and even beautified our school garden. Each plan is as unique as the person creating it. Guidance will be offered throughout to ensure the success of each project and the passion of the designer.
*A two week commitment is encouraged, but not necessary.
Click the button below to register for Summer Camp 2022. Please note that the grade level is where your child will be in the fall of 2022.
Please email us at summercamp@siskids.org if you have any questions or if you would like to be added to the waitlist for any closed weeks.
