Summer Camps
2025 Academic Camps
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Beginning Theatre Camp: Finding Nemo
Age/Grade: Grades 3-5
Date/Time: June 9 - 13, 2025, 9am - 11:30pm (Friday will end around 1:00pm)
Fee: $225
Where: Cafetorium
About: Campers will take part in a week filled with engaging theatre games, singing, dancing and acting as they prepare for a Friday afternoon performance of Finding Nemo Kids. The goal of the week will be to have fun as we work cooperatively as a team to put on an entertaining show! Students participating in this camp will participate in several numbers as the colorful Sea Chorus in Finding Nemo Kids. Students should wear comfortable clothes, tennis shoes and bring a water bottle and a snack each day. Campers will receive a camp t-shirt. The week will end with a show on Friday at 12:15.
*Rising 5th graders who have limited theatre experience should choose the Beginning Theatre camp, Rising 5th graders with more extensive theatre experience, may prefer the Intermediate Theatre camp.
Email Kathleen Moore with questions kmoore@ndpma.org.
Intermediate Theatre Camp: Finding Nemo
Age/Grade: Grades 5-8
Date/Time: June 9 - 13, 2025, 10:30am - 2:00pm (Friday will end around 1:00pm)
Fee: $275
Where: Cafetorium
About: Campers will take part in a week filled with engaging theatre games, singing, dancing and acting as they prepare for a Friday afternoon performance of Finding Nemo Kids. The goal of the week will be to have fun as we work cooperatively as a team to put on an entertaining show! Students participating in this camp will be cast as the characters in Finding Nemo Kids. Students should wear comfortable clothes, tennis shoes and bring a water bottle and a lunch each day. Campers will receive a camp t-shirt. The week will end with a show on Friday at 12:15.
*Rising 5th graders who have limited theatre experience should choose the Beginning Theatre camp, Rising 5th graders with extensive theatre experience, may prefer the Intermediate Theatre camp.
Email Kathleen Moore with questions kmoore@ndpma.org.
College Application Essay Writing Workshop
Age/Grade: Grade 12
Date/Time: Session 1: June 23 - 27, 2025, 9am - 12pm
Session 2: July 14 - 18, 2025, 9am - 12pm
Session 3: July 28 - August 1, 2025, 9am - 12pm
Fee: $280
Where: Library
About: Any incoming senior is welcome to attend this process-based camp. Students will write about themselves in a clear, concrete, honest and original voice. The focus of this camp will be to avoid generic, pedestrian writing in favor of a colorful and refreshing style that will stand out in quality and originality. Sign up early for this camp as it sells out each year!
Middle School 101
Age/Grade: Grade 6 or new to Notre Dame Middle School
Date/Time: June 23 - 26, 2025, 9:00am - 12pm
Fee: $220
Where: ND Middle School
About: Welcome to all our new NDP Middle School students, 6th - 8th grades. This camp provides interactive, hands-on activities to allow students to socialize with each other, make new friends, and learn all about life in middle school. We will tour the school, meet new people, and have lots of fun.
STEM Innovators Tech Camp: Hands-On Tech Adventures to Unleash your Child's Inner Genius!
Age/Grade: Grades 4 - 7
Date/Time: July 7 - 11, 2025, 9am - 12pm
Fee: $250
Where: Computer Lab (E5)
About: Unlock your child's inner innovator! This STEM-infused tech camp offers young learners a unique opportunity to dive into the world of technology. They'll not only learn to program a micro-computer (which they get to keep!), but also design their own video game, experience the thrill of managing a cybersecurity threat, understand the importance of digital citizenship, and use code to solve exciting puzzles. We use Minecraft Education Edition to gamify the learning process, making it creative and enjoyable. No prior tech skills are required – just an interest in exploring STEM!
Middle School Jazz Workshop
Age/Grade: Grades 7 - 8 (Middle school student must have completed at least two years of Band)
Date/Time: June 23, 25, 27, 2025, 10am - 12pm
Fee: $350
Where: GAC - Band Room
About: The MS Jazz Workshop is a wonderful “first step” into the world of Jazz for any young musician! This workshop will introduce students to the basic repertoire performed in the High School Jazz Band including Big Band standards ‘Girl from Ipanema’, ‘In the Mood’, ‘Satin Doll’, and ‘PA-65000’. Students will receive a basic introduction into instrumental improvisation, exploring chord changes and how to decipher them as well as learn how to search, listen to, and compare and contrast Jazz performances through the triangulation technique.
Craft Camp
Age/Grade: Grades 3 - 5
Date/Time: Session 1: June 4, 6, 11, 13, 2025, 9am - 12pm
Session 2: June 18, 20, 25, 27, 2025, 9am - 12pm
Fee: $250
Where: Lower School Art Room
About: Get ready to dive into a world of creativity at our Craft Camp! This is where your imagination comes to life! Join us for a fun-filled week of hands-on crafting, where we’ll be playing with clay, designing beautiful scrapbooks, weaving funky patterns, and so much more! Each day is a new adventure as we explore different art projects and let our creativity run wild! *Please note session 1 and 2 will offer the same activities*
✨ Create Your Own Crafting Apron ✨
Before we get messy, you’ll have the chance to design your very own personalized apron to wear while you craft. From picking your favorite colors to adding unique details, your apron will be as special as the masterpieces you’ll create!
🌸 Scrapbooking Fun 🌸
Get crafty with colorful papers, stickers, and embellishments to create a scrapbook that tells your own story. You’ll treasure this keepsake for years to come!
🧵 Weaving Wonders 🧵
Learn the art of weaving and make beautiful creations of wall hangings! It’s a perfect way to unwind while crafting something special.
🎨 And More Surprises! 🎨
We have plenty of other exciting projects in store that will let you explore the world of arts and crafts in the most fun and unique ways. Every day will be a new crafting adventure!
Don’t miss out on the chance to unleash your inner artist! Grab your paintbrushes, bring your ideas, and get ready to craft, design, and make memories at the Creative Craze Craft Camp!
Theater Camp - Ms. Kathleen Moore (kmoore@ndpma.org)
College Application Essay Workshop – Mr. Anthony Butorac (abutorac@ndpma.org)
Stem Innovators Tech Camp – Mr. Eden Konja (ekonja@ndpma.org)
Middle School 101 – Ms. Kelly Patterson (kpatterson@ndpma.org)
Middle School Chamber Music and Jazz Workshop - Ms. Claire Zavolta (czavolta@ndpma.org)
Craft Camp - Ms. Natalie Steimel (nsteimel@ndpma.org)
Notre Dame Summer Camp FAQ
Where is camp located?
Camp is held on Notre Dame’s beautiful campus located at 1300 Giddings Road in Pontiac, Michigan. Check camp description for specific building and room/venue location.
Do I have to be a Notre Dame student to attend camp?
No! All kids from near and far are welcome to attend any of Notre Dame Prep’s summer camps.
What happens if my child can only attend for part of the scheduled camp time?
No problem. Be sure to let the camp leader know if your child’s schedule will be different from the scheduled camp days and times. Camps are not prorated.
Will my child be supervised?
Each camp is supervised and led by a Notre Dame teacher, coach or faculty member and their staff. Current students may also help monitor. In addition, security is on campus for the entire summer camp experience.
How do I register my child?
You can conveniently register for summer camp through our online registration management system.
Do I need to purchase an Active membership to register my child for summer camp?
No. You will need to set up a free account through the Active online registration management system, but you will not need to purchase an Active membership.
Will my child get a t-shirt?
Some camps offer a t-shirt to go along with summer camp.
How do I cancel my child's registration?
In the event you need to cancel your child's registration, please contact Maureen Radulski at mradulski@ndpma.org. All cancellations are assessed a 50% cancellation fee.
Who do I contact if I have question?
Contact Maureen Radulski at mradulski@ndpma.org or 248-373-5300 with any camp questions.
Notre Dame Preparatory School's youth summer camps will soon be here on campus. And this year, Notre Dame's summer program is bigger and more diverse than ever before and parent/student interest is expected to be high. So it's time now to sign up to ensure your children get a spot in the camp of their choice.
As one of the area's most recognized programs, ND's summer camps curriculum provides safe, fun, and skill-focused experiences for kids entering grades kindergarten through 12. This year's lineup includes a variety of both athletic and academic camps. Camps range offer instruction for all skill levels, from introductory to advanced. All camps are run by NDP faculty members or NDP coaches.
Notre Dame has been providing quality and fun-filled summer-camp experiences for more than 15 years and maintains a proven safety track record. Under the expert care of our camp coaches, kids not only learn individual, sport-oriented or creative skills, but also develop personally and socially, learning teamwork and building life skills through interaction with fellow campers.
Register now! Great camps get cancelled because too many parents wait until the last minute to register. Keep in mind our cancellation policy – A fee of 50% of the camp cost will be assessed for any cancellations. No paper registrations accepted.
A WORD ON CONCUSSIONS
With increased awareness about the risks of concussions, Notre Dame Preparatory School has chosen to follow the MHSAA concussion protocol for suspected head injuries that occur during our camps. We ask that all parents and participants review the information regarding concussions (Click here) prior to attending any of our camps. For more information, please contact the NDP athletic office at 248-373-5300.
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