Summer Camps
2026 Academic Camps
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For Lower School Summer Day Camp info: click here
Math Maniacs (Grades 1–2)
This camp is designed to help young learners strengthen their foundational math skills while having fun. Campers will build confidence through engaging games, activities, and group instruction focused on essential concepts like addition, subtraction, and early multiplication. The goal is to keep students excited about math and prepared for continued learning.
Age/Grade: Entering Grades 1–2
Camp Coach Contact: Not listed
Date/Time: June 2–6, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Tuesday–Friday)
Fee: $150
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, water bottle, and snack
College Application Essay Workshop: Session 1
This process-based workshop helps rising seniors craft compelling college essays. Students will learn to write in a clear, honest, and original voice while avoiding generic writing. The focus is on developing unique, engaging essays that stand out in both quality and authenticity.
Age/Grade: Entering Grade 12
Camp Coach Contact: Not listed
Date/Time: June 8–12, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fee: $280
Where: Notre Dame Prep
What to wear/bring: Notebook, laptop (if available), and writing materials
Math Maniacs (Grades 3–5)
This camp builds on core math skills to help students gain confidence and improve proficiency. Campers will work on addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions through interactive activities and group instruction designed to make learning fun and memorable.
Age/Grade: Entering Grades 3–5
Camp Coach Contact: Not listed
Date/Time: June 9–12, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Tuesday–Friday)
Fee: $150
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, water bottle, and snack
Beginning Theater Camp: Frozen
Campers will enjoy a fun-filled week of theatre games, singing, dancing, and acting while preparing for a performance of Frozen Kids. The focus is on teamwork, creativity, and building confidence on stage. The week concludes with a live performance on Friday.
Age/Grade: Entering Grades 3–5
Camp Coach Contact: Kathleen Moore, kmoore@ndpma.org
Date/Time: June 22–26, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Fee: $300
Where: Notre Dame Prep
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, water bottle, snack
Intermediate Theater Camp: Frozen
This camp is designed for students with more theatre experience. Campers will take on character roles in Frozen Kids while developing acting, singing, and performance skills. The week ends with a Friday performance.
Age/Grade: Entering Grades 5–8
Camp Coach Contact: Kathleen Moore, kmoore@ndpma.org
Date/Time: June 22–26, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Fee: $350
Where: Notre Dame Prep
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothes, tennis shoes, lunch, water bottle
Middle School 101
This camp introduces incoming middle school students to life at NDP. Through hands-on activities, team-building exercises, and school tours, students will build friendships, meet teachers, and gain confidence for the upcoming school year.
Age/Grade: Entering Grades 6–8
Camp Coach Contact: Not listed
Date/Time: June 22–25, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Monday–Thursday)
Fee: $225
Where: Notre Dame Prep
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, water bottle, and snack
College Application Essay Workshop: Session 2
This workshop helps rising seniors develop strong, original college essays. Students will focus on authentic storytelling and clear writing to create essays that stand out in the admissions process.
Age/Grade: Entering Grade 12
Camp Coach Contact: Not listed
Date/Time: June 29–July 3, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fee: $280
Where: Notre Dame Prep
What to wear/bring: Notebook, laptop (if available), and writing materials
STEM Innovators Tech Camp
This immersive STEM camp allows students to explore technology through hands-on learning. Campers will program their own micro-computer, design video games, and develop digital safety skills while engaging in creative, problem-solving challenges.
Age/Grade: Entering Grades 4–7
Camp Coach Contact: Not listed
Date/Time: July 20–24, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fee: $250
Where: Notre Dame Prep
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, water bottle, and snack
College Application Essay Workshop: Session 3
This final session offers seniors another opportunity to refine their college essays with a focus on originality, clarity, and strong personal voice.
Age/Grade: Entering Grade 12
Camp Coach Contact: Not listed
Date/Time: July 27–31, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fee: $280
Where: Notre Dame Prep
What to wear/bring: Notebook, laptop (if available), and writing materials
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)
Summer Day Camp
Week 1: Kindness and Feelings
This camp focuses on helping children understand their emotions, build friendships, and practice kindness in a fun and supportive environment. Through hands-on activities, campers will learn how to express themselves, show empathy, and work collaboratively with others.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: June 8–12, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack
Week 2: Career Week
Campers will explore a variety of careers through interactive, hands-on experiences and creative play. Each day highlights a different career field, encouraging curiosity, confidence, and teamwork as students imagine their future possibilities.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: June 15–19, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack
Week 3: Food Week
This hands-on camp introduces campers to basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and healthy eating habits. Students will prepare simple recipes, explore foods from around the world, and enjoy tasting their creations in a safe and engaging environment.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: June 22–26, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack (allergies will be accommodated)
Week 4: Mad Scientist
Campers will explore the exciting world of science through hands-on experiments, creative projects, and interactive discovery. This camp encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking in a fun and engaging setting.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: July 6–10, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack
Week 5: Christmas in July
Celebrate the magic of the holidays in the middle of summer! Campers will enjoy festive crafts, music, games, and activities that promote creativity, kindness, and joy in a fun summer setting.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: July 13–17, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack
Week 6: Animal Week
This camp invites campers to explore the fascinating world of animals through hands-on activities, creative projects, and interactive learning. Students will discover different habitats, animal behaviors, and the importance of caring for living things.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: July 20–24, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack
Week 7: Space Week
Campers will blast off into an exciting exploration of space through hands-on STEM activities, creative projects, and imaginative play. Students will learn about planets, stars, and space travel while building teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: July 27–31, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack
Week 8: All Things Water
This refreshing camp focuses on water exploration through science experiments, creative activities, and outdoor fun. Campers will learn about the water cycle, aquatic life, and ecosystems while staying active and engaged.
Camp will be led by Notre Dame Prep Lower School staff.
Age/Grade: Ages 3–10 | Entering Pre-K–5th Grade
Camp Coach Contact: Lower School Office (contact TBD)
Date/Time: August 3–7, 2026 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fee: $475 (5 days) | $325 (3 days: M/W/F or T/Th/F) | $50 Extended Care
Where: Notre Dame Prep – Lower School
What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water bottle, lunch, and snack
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 Stephanie Nester at snester@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.