How do planes fly? What careers are in aviation?What does an aerospace engineer do? What would it be like to live in space? Learn the answers to these questions as you complete hands-on activities in aerodynamics and engineering, learn to fly a drone, explore aviation careers, and learn about the pioneers of aviation.

$125
Grades 1-3
July 11-14 / 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

$125
Grades 4-6
July 18-21 / 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Laura Swessel at lswessel@mercyjaguars.com

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 13-14 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Matt Schaab at mschaab@mercyjaguars.com

Attention animal lovers! It's time to make a difference in the lives of your own pets and animals in our community. Campers will explore animals through games, art, activities and special visitors. You'll learn about pet care, animal safety, and work on a service project to help out a local animal shelter.

$110
Grades 4-9
June 6-9 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Amy Wheatley at awheatley@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
Beginners 3-Day Camp
All grades welcome. Sign up for this camp if you have no prior NASP experience.
June 13-15 / 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.

$50
Beginners 1-Day Camp
All grades welcome. Sign up for this camp if you have no prior NASP experience.
July 23 / 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (lunch provided)

$50
Advanced 3-Day Camp
Grades 6-9. Prior NASP experience required.
June 13-15 / 7:00 - 8:30 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 13-15 / 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

$75
Grades 4-9
June 13-15 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Nick Cann at ncann@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 13-16 / 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 1-3 / 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Randi Carter at rcarter@mercyjaguars.com

Who doesn't want to add new recipes to their current collection?! Come join us to learn more about kitchen safety, measurements, cooking basics and quick tips. You'll learn how to make breakfast, packable lunches, appetizers, family dinners and desserts. Not only will you enjoy cooking in Mercy's kitchen, but your friends and family will love tasting your new recipes, as well.

$125
Grades 4-9
June 6-9 / 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
June 27-30 / 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 11-14 / 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Pat Burton at pburton@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).

$125
Grades 1-3
July 11-14 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

$125
Grades 4-6
July 18-21 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Laura Swessel at lswessel@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 21-22 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Brittany Johnson at bjohnson@mercyjaguars.com

Come learn how to satisfy your sweet tooth by learning the basics of baking. You'll learn how to combine ingredients to make beautiful, tasty works of art. On the final day of camp, there will be a competition where you create your own confection.

$120
Grades 5-9
June 13-16 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. OR 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Allison Shontz at ashontz@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 19-20 / 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Tom Hill at thill@mercyjaguars.com

Explore your creative side through arts and crafts. You will help the environment by upcycling jars, t-shirts and cardboard boxes into beautiful gifts. From clay pens to duct tape pouches and canvas art, you'll have a great time expressing your creativity. Each day, you'll bring home various crafts to hang in your room or to gift a loved one.

$125
Grades 4-9
June 6-9 / 1:00 - 4:00 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
July 11-14 / 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 18-21 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Erin Glaser at eglaser@mercyjaguars.com

Come explore Musical Theatre - expand your horizons and awaken the artist within you through learning new songs, dances and acting styles! You will dance, sing in new styles and develop your character through song and words from some of Broadway's top musicals. 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 6-10 / 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

$175
Grades 6-9
June 6-10 / 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Amanda Simmons at asimmons@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
May 31 - June 2 / 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

$75
Grades 6-9
May 31 - June 2 / 12:30 - 2:00 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 19-21 / 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Questions? Contact James Brentlinger at jbrentlinger@mercyjaguars.com

Learn the mechanics of pitching from Mercy coaches and current players.

$50
Grades 4-9
July 18-20 / 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact James Brentlinger at jbrentlinger@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 9-10 / 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

$50
Grades 3-4
June 9-10 / 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

$85
Grades 5-6
June 6-8 / 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

$85
Grades 7-9
June 6-8 / 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Connie Hulsmeyer at chulsmeyer@mercyjaguars.com

Learn specific self defense strategies to effectively combat any kind of threat that you may encounter. This class is taught in a way that no matter what your strength or size may be, you can easily protect yourself against any threat. You'll learn the basics of standing and ground techniques, basic chokes, escapes and hair grab defenses.

A waiver must be signed before participating and all campers must wear long pants such as leggings, athletic attire or sweat pants.

$75
Grades 6-8
June 6-9 / 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

$75
Grades 9-12
June 6-9 / 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Questions? Contact Allison Shontz at ashontz@mercyjaguars.com