Summer Camps

Sharpen your math skills to get a head start for high school Algebra 1. Join us for fun and engaging math activities in a supportive and caring environment. You will learn the math skills necessary for success and receive tips and tricks on how to stay organized when preparing for math tests.

$50
Grades 8-9
June 7-8 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Audrey Hehman at ahehman@mercyjaguars.com or Matt Schaab at mschaab@mercyjaguars.com

Sharpen your math skills to ensure success in Algebra 2. This camp reviews Algebra 1 and Geometry concepts needed for success in Algebra 2. You will also receive tips and tricks on how to stay organized in upper-level math courses.

$50
*Must have completed Algebra 1 & Geometry
June 7-8 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Janine Volk at jvolk@mercyjaguars.com

Experience the broad range of STEM-related experiences available at Mercy. Most of each day will be hands-on and include a variety of projects from 3-D printing to electronic music to computational thinking to food chemistry. Students will see, feel, hear and even taste the science!

$125
Grades 6-9
June 7-10 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Eric Wong at ewong@mercyjaguars.com

Beginner and intermediate archers are welcome! As a beginner, learn the fundamentals of shooting the bow and how to maintain proper form and technique. As an intermediate archer, review the proper execution of the shot and enjoy using our 3-D targets. Scoring and tournament regulations are covered, along with additional shooting aids that are tournament legal.

$50
Grades 5-9
July 12-14 / 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Laura Parrish at lparrish@mercyjaguars.com

Improve your individual basketball skills in all areas of the game from Mercy coaches and current players. Work on ball handling, shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding and defense as well as the importance of being a team player. 

$50
Grades K-3
June 10-11 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

$75
Grades 4-9
June 7-9 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Angela Passafiume at apassafiume@mercyjaguars.com

Dive into the world of clay, in this introduction to ceramics camp (no previous experience is necessary). Design and build your very own piece using traditional pinch pot, coil and slab techniques and glazing. Suitable for beginners and experienced students alike. 

$110
Grades 5-9
June 21-24 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Michael Braaksma at mbraaksma@mercyjaguars.com

Take this camp in conjunction with Ceramics I, or join for a more advanced ceramic camp. You will continue to build upon the skills acquired in Ceramics I, including construction techniques and glazing methods.

$110
Grades 5-9
July 12-15 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Michael Braaksma at mbraaksma@mercyjaguars.com

Cheer, chant and learn stunts to lead the crowd and support your team! Our current Mercy cheerleaders and coaches teach you the basics of cheerleading. From motions, stunts, jumps and tumbling to sideline and age appropriate short dances, learn what it takes to lead your team to victory.

$50
Grades PreK-8
August 2-4 / 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Deidre Mackin at dmackin@mercyjaguars.com

Discover how to cook healthy and delicious after-school snacks. Also, learn how to cook creative appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts. Don’t worry; we won’t make you taste anything you don’t like!  We will provide a list of supplies and groceries needed in advance. 

$30
Grades 5-9
June 14-17 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Melissa Schoenbachler at mschoenbachler@mercyjaguars.com

Looking for a new craft to be able to hang in your room, turn into a pillow, or give as a gift to family members? This camp explores the art of needlepoint, with a special emphasis on cross-stitching. This age old trend has come back again, and you will learn how to create your own designs. At the end of the camp you'll have a piece to take home with you, as well as a new hobby!

$110
Grades 5-9
July 19-22 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Abby Kremer at akremer@mercyjaguars.com

Learn the advanced forensic science techniques that are critical in a real-life crime scene investigation, as well as the basic psychology that leads someone down a criminal path. You will examine your own fingerprints and analyze them for their unique characteristics, perform an “autopsy” on a specimen to determine cause of death, compare DNA profiles of various suspects, and test for blood and other trace evidence at a staged crime scene. By the end of the week, you will be prepared to collect evidence and use your new skills to solve a crime – and have lots of fun in the process! 

$125
Grades 7-9
July 12-15 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Eric Wong at ewong@mercyjaguars.com

Explore the various STEM disciplines through hands-on activities with each day dedicated to a single discipline (Monday - Science, Tuesday - Technology, Wednesday - Engineering, Thursday - Math).

$110
Grades 1-3
June 14-17 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
or
July 19-22 / 1:00-4:00 p.m.

$110
Grades 4-6
June 14-17 / 1:00-4:00 p.m.
or
July 19-22 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Laura Swessel at lswessel@mercyjaguars.com

Gain the tools you need to live boldly at school and in the community. Define your own beauty and self-worth by navigating healthy boundaries with friends, social media and yourself. This camp includes a series of fun, engaging and interactive activities.

$110
Grades 6-9
June 21-24 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Allison Shontz at ashontz@mercyjaguars.com

Train, get better and have fun! Improve your individual skills in all fundamental areas of the game. Mercy coaches and current players teach you hitting, passing, shooting, defending and ball control. You will also learn good sportsmanship and how to play as a team. 

$50
Grades 2-8
June 16-17 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Brittany Johnson at bjohnson@mercyjaguars.com

Sharpen your math skills in a fun and supportive environment. This camp reviews important Algebra 1 concepts needed to help you prepare for high school Geometry. You will also receive tips and tricks on staying organized when preparing for upper-level math courses.

$50
*Must have completed Algebra 1
June 7-8 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Amy Wheatley at awheatley@mercyjaguars.com

Join us for an opportunity to learn more about the animal kingdom by dissecting a number of specimens that are not generally offered in high school science courses. Dissections include (but are not limited to) mammals, reptiles, amphibians, aquatic organisms, birds and large mammalian organs. At the end of the week, take home a personal set of dissecting tools. 

$150
Grades 9-12
June 21-24 / 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Pat Burton at pburton@mercyjaguars.com

Create your own puppets in various styles such as sock puppets, hand and rod puppets and shadow puppets. Spend the week learning to papier-mâché, glue, and paint your puppets to their perfect characters. (Maximum 14)

$110
Grades 5-9
June 21-24 / 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Michael Braaksma at mbraaksma@mercyjaguars.com

Practice offense, defense, throwing, cradle passing, catching, shooting and more. Learn and improve your lacrosse skills alongside current Mercy players and coaches to become a better player and teammate. No experience necessary.

$50
Grades 4-9
July 13-14 / 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Tom Hill at thill@mercyjaguars.com

Explore your creative side through crafts. Find creative ways to use household items such as duct tape and mason jars. Also learn how to make homemade scented candles, lip balm and bath bombs!

$125
Grades 4-8
June 7-10 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Melissa Schoenbachler at mschoenbachler@mercyjaguars.com

Dive into blood and guts as you perform an in-depth dissection of an animal specimen. You will learn about the medical school process and different options in the medical field, including general practice, surgery, radiology and more, and will have the opportunity to interact with medical professionals in the classroom and potentially in the field. Guests include practicing physicians, dentists, physical therapists, nurse practitioners and medical students. Plus, you get to keep your own set of dissecting tools!

Warning: This course involves in-depth dissection and is guaranteed to get messy. 

$125
Grades 7-9
June 21-24 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Pat Burton at pburton@mercyjaguars.com

Learn about the American judicial system and the work of trial attorneys by actively experiencing a legal case. Play the roles of attorneys and witnesses, work in teams to study the case and examine legal issues, and prepare strategies and arguments for trial. On the final day, participate in a full mock trial. You will also learn about the law school process and various areas of legal practice. See you in court!

$75
Grades 6-9
July 12-15 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Erin Glaser at eglaser@mercyjaguars.com

Come explore Musical Theatre - Bring a Friend! Make a Friend! "You ain't never had a camp like this!" You will dance, sing in new styles, and develop your character through song and words from some of Broadway's top musicals such as, Anything Goes, Charlie Brown, Dear Evan Hansen and many more! This camp is designed for you to take risks, be silly, learn new things, and grow as a performer. At the end of camp, you will perform in an open classroom with an invited audience.

$100
Grades 2-5
June 7-11 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

$175
Grades 6-9
June 7-11 / 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Amanda Simmons at asimmons@mercyjaguars.com

Come be introduced to personal finance concepts including earning income/taxes, banking/saving/compound interest, credit/debit/budgeting and investing. Through a variety of hands-on activities, you will gain the tools needed to build a solid foundation for a successful financial future.

$100
Grades 6-9
June 14-17 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Lorraine Carner at lcarner@mercyjaguars.com

Do you ever feel overwhelmed when it comes to school in regard to reading, writing and studying? Do you sometimes think “hmm, it would be so nice to have someone provide and support my learning with tips for studying, organization and note-taking?” Do you want to work on building your confidence when it comes to breaking down a challenging text? Well, if this describes you at all, or if you just want to strengthen your study habits and note-taking skills, this is the camp for you!

Every student needs good reading and writing skills to succeed in their academic studies. Sometimes it can be overwhelming to recognize what specific strategies work best for you as a student. This camp provides attendees with specific, research-based best practice strategies for reading, writing and study skills which are tailored to the individual student. This camp is for students who want to work on developing their reading and writing skills across the curriculum, but specifically focusing on fiction and nonfiction texts. Attendees with work with a certified Literacy Specialist in order to develop and enrich his or her literacy (reading and writing) and study skills. 

$110
Grades 6-9
August 2-5 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Andrea Peavler at apeavler@mercyjaguars.com

Enjoy a three-day camp with a strong focus on individual skills to advanced team tactics. Your sessions start with training in techniques such as finishing, passing, dribbling and ball control. Then, you will progress to team drills and concentrate on tactical development. 

$75
Grades 3-5
June 1-3 / 5:00-6:30 p.m.

$75
Grades 6-9
June 1-3 / 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Andrew Gottbrath at agottbrath@mercyjaguars.com

Learn softball skills from current Mercy softball players and coaches. Work on hitting, base running, fielding and positioning. Practice drills and games that build your skills. There is also a camp specifically for pitchers and campers to learn proper technique. 

$60
Grades 2-9
July 22-24 / 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact James Brentlinger at jbrentlinger@mercyjaguars.com

Learn the mechanics of pitching. 

$40
Grades 4-9
Dates TBD / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact James Brentlinger at jbrentlinger@mercyjaguars.com

Join us virtually for an interactive baking camp where you will learn how to bake like a professional! Learn baking safety, how to make a cake from scratch, frosting tips, and join in for a collaboration session with our 13 year old baking entrepreneur from Colorado that has been in baking competitions, and runs her own successful cake and cookie business. When joining this camp you will get to choose from two different recipes to try out for the week. Dry supplies such as flour, sugar, spices, etc will be provided in a goodie bag before the camp begins, and wet supplies such as milk, water, eggs, and food coloring will need to be collected beforehand on your own.

$100
Grades 5-9
June 7-10 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Allison Shontz at ashontz@mercyjaguars.com

It’s thyme to get involved with the cooking in your home. Learn how to make quick-fix and tasty meals your family will love and ways to add a little pizzazz to boring meals. Cook entrees, sides, appetizers and desserts. On the final day, show off your talent in our annual cook-off. This camp is for those with a little cooking experience.  We will provide a list of groceries and supplies, in advance of the camp.
*Cooking for Beginners is not required to take prior to this camp.

$30
Grades 5-9
June 14-17 / 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Melissa Schoenbachler at mschoenbachler@mercyjaguars.com

Improve your volleyball skills with Mercy coaches and current players. Work on passing, setting, hitting, blocking, serving and defense. Then, mix into teams and play six-on-six games. 

$50
Grades K-2
June 14-15 / 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

$50
Grades 3-4
June 14-15 / 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

$85
Grades 5-6
June 7-9 / 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

$85
Grades 7-9
June 7-9 / 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Connie Hulsmeyer at chulsmeyer@gmail.com

Learn the basic concepts of cybersecurity so you can help combat criminal hackers and security breaches of massive computer systems. This camp delves into how to secure personal information when online, how to minimize exposure to attacks, and how to recognize attempted cyber-break-ins. You will also study your adversaries - what are some common ways to attack a person, or a company, or even a country through the internet, and what can a middle or high school student do to help make the cyber world safer?

$120
Grades 6-9
June 7-10 / 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Eric Wong at ewong@mercyjaguars.com