9:00 a.m. to noon
Little Aprons (Co-Ed / Rising 1st - Rising 5th)
JPII's "Little Aprons" is designed to give campers a week to be creative with their kitchen skills. Activities include designing personal aprons, learning and experimenting with multiple "no bake" recipes, and cookie/cupcake decorating competitions. Campers will also curate a personalized cookbook with all recipes explored together throughout the week. Additionally, each day will have a surprise theme to guide the lesson. Campers of any skill set are welcome to attend! Alleyxa Heisserer, Camp Director
Board Gaming: Fun Unplugged (Co-Ed / Rising 4th - Rising 8th)
"There's more to life than increasing its speed, sometimes you need to slow down and play a board game." Video games and technology are great, but sometimes, we need to unplug and do something a little more hands-on and socially interactive. If you are looking for a break from the screens, this is the camp for you. We will learn to play board games that are challenging and thought-provoking and build skills like creative thinking, decision-making, and how to adjust goals as problems arise. Campers will learn about board game mechanics and how they work and hopefully discover some great games that can be an alternative to screen-based entertainment. Nick Nitsch, Camp Director
Ceramic Tic-Tac-Toe Board Game Design (Co-Ed / Rising 3rd - Rising 8th)
Get ready to use your creative skills to create your very own ceramic tic-tac-toe board! Campers will design and construct a creatively themed tic-tac-toe gaming board, utilize ceramic hand-building techniques and glaze, and take home their tic-tac-toe board at the end of the week. Get your creative thinking caps on and start building!!! Campers of any skill set are welcome to join. Please wear clothes that can get dirty and dusty. Margaret Finaly, Camp Director
Disney Faith Club (Co-Ed / Rising Pre K - Rising 2nd)
Embark on a unique exploration of faith and virtue at our Disney Pixar Scripture Connection Camp! Designed for young hearts and minds, this camp offers a magical blend of cherished Bible scriptures and the moral lessons found in beloved Disney Pixar movies. From the bravery of Toy Story to the self-discovery in Moana, the power of family in Cars, and the strength of friendship in Finding Nemo, each day unveils a spiritual lesson intertwined with the enchanting narratives.
Campers will engage in activities that bridge the timeless teachings of the Bible with the modern wisdom imparted by Pixar's animated masterpieces. Through thoughtful discussions, creative projects, and uplifting worship, children will discover how these cherished stories echo the timeless truths found in scripture.
Join us at Disney Pixar Scripture Connection Camp, where faith and imagination come together in a harmonious celebration of joy, friendship, and the enduring values that shape both our spiritual and everyday journeys. It's a camp where the magic of Disney meets the timeless wisdom of the Bible! Arrione Galvin, Camp Director
Lights! Camera! Action! Musical (Co-Ed / Rising 1st - Rising 8th)
Lights! Camera! Action! is a fun musical revue featuring songs from the movies! This is an all-day camp to allow time for rehearsing the full musical theatre production over the duration and ending with a performance. This musical revue features favorite songs from the hit movies SpongeBob SquarePants, Finding Nemo, The Polar Express, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and Shrek. We will roll out the red carpet for parents and families to come and watch the show at the end of the week! Heather Martin, Camp Director
Junior Tech Coders (Co-Ed / Rising 3rd - Rising 6th)
Welcome to Junior Tech Coders Academy, where young minds dive into the fascinating world of coding using Scratch and interactive bots. Our camp provides an immersive experience, combining the creativity of Scratch coding with the excitement of hands-on exploration with programmable bots. Participants will unleash their imaginations, building games, animations, and real-world interactions. Junior Tech Coders Academy is the perfect blend of learning and fun, empowering the next generation of tech-savvy innovators. Campers will need to bring a digital device. Cara Wade, Camp Director
Baseball Fundamentals (Boys / Rising 1st - Rising 8th)
Come out for a fun week of baseball! Players will learn various skills related to throwing, catching, hitting, and base-running. This is a great opportunity to work with JPII's new head coach John Rypel. John coached baseball at the collegiate level for 17 years before coming to JPII. John Rypel, Camp Director
Golf Fundamentals (Co-Ed / Rising 1st - Rising 8th)
Golf camp will cover golf basics, including the full-swing fundamentals, grip, posture, alignment, and ball position. The camp will also cover short game basics, pitching, chipping, putting, and bunker play. Each camper will receive one-on-one and group instruction in each area of the game. Campers will also have the opportunity to put their skills to the test through fun competitions. Please note that the cost of the camp includes a $30 greens fee and that campers must be dropped off and picked up at Twelve Stones Golf Club. It is recommended that each camper have their own clubs. If they do not, please contact the camp director, to discuss options. Chris Wantz, Camp Director
Advanced Girls Lacrosse (Girls / Rising 6th - Rising 8th)
Is your middle schooler looking to improve her lacrosse skills in a fun and supportive environment over the summer? This is the camp for her. Girls can expect to practice their catching, throwing, cradling, and shooting while also enjoying structured gameplay to improve the skills they're learning in real-time. Some experience is preferred - but if your daughter is brand new to the sport, please feel welcome! This camp is for 6th-8th graders. Girls should bring their own mouthguards, goggles, and sticks. Please reach out to the camp director with specific questions about gear or experience level! Emily Clavin, Camp Director
On Your Mark, Get Set, GO! (Co-Ed / Rising 3rd - Rising 8th)
Come out and experience Track and Field at JPII! Campers will spend the week learning running techniques, drills, strength and conditioning, and field events, including high jump, long jump, shot put, and discus. Students will compete on teams in the relay events, obstacle courses, and other team challenges. The entire week will be filled with chances to improve as a runner and an athlete. The camp ends with a track meet open to spectators on Friday. Kim Childress and Betsy Pierpaoli, Camp Directors
Beginner Wrestling (Co-Ed, Rising K - Rising 4th)
This wrestling camp is for those who are new to wrestling or early in their wrestling career! We will introduce and work on all wrestling fundamentals while simultaneously developing mental toughness. If possible, we will work with individual wrestlers on skills they want to improve on as well. There will also be live wrestling. No previous experience is required! Wrestling shoes are preferred, but not mandatory. Jason Allman, Camp Director