2023 – By The Week

Week 2 (June 12th-16th)

  Adventures with STEAM / Day Camp (K-1st)  Adventures with STEAM (am)- Calling all junior engineers in grades K&1st….Please join me for an Adventure with STEAM. This week we will be focusing on the zoo and what habitats the animals need to be in when taken out of their natural environment and brought to the zoos so that we can all enjoy seeing them.  We will build and design mini habitats for our https://highlandersummer.org/1792-2/animals and take a virtual tour of the Bronx Zoo in NYC and learn about the animals, how they live, and what we could do to improve their habitat.   Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Belle Warren (am) / HDC Staff (pm) *The content is the same as Week 4 and campers should not register for both weeks.     Art A-La-Carte (5th-8th)  All campers must be enrolled by 5/31 due to the ordering of supplies. In Art A-La-Carte, campers will get a “taste” of many different art mediums such as acrylic painting, watercoloring, printmaking, photography, ceramics, sewing and art journaling. Students will create unique works of art, depending on what interests the class. We will take breaks during the week to swim in the pool. It is sure to refresh our artistic inspiration! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Pamela Greening *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (1 and/or 2).*   Babysitting (5th-8th)  Qualities, expectations, and responsibilities of an excellent babysitter will be the focus as students are trained in the basics of childcare, first aid, and how to handle emergencies. This course will allow your future sitter to interact with our youngest Highlanders, learn to entertain and create, as well as establish awareness of safe surroundings. This class is a must for anyone who is ready to become an expert babysitter!  First Responder and CPR lessons will be taught by Conan Bickford, LHPS Security Director.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Jennifer Ireland The content is the same as Week 1 and campers should not register for both weeks.   Baseball Camp- boys (2nd-12th)  Lake Highland baseball camp is designed to develop student-athletes on the field and teach them the game of baseball. There will be high-level instruction, simulated games and fun activities during the week. Campers must wear normal baseball attire (pants, hat, cleats) and bring their own baseball equipment (glove, bat, helmet). A catcher’s glove is not necessary. M-F | 8:45-11:45 Taught by Conor Szczerba *This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.* *This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY) for those campers in 2nd-6th.*   Basketball Camp- coed (6th-8th)  Quality basketball instruction stressing fundamentals, techniques, philosophy, strategy, and intensive skill development will be during the week. Teamwork and an enthusiastic attitude will also be emphasized. Players should bring a water bottle, gym shorts, two t-shirts, basketball shoes and socks. M-F | 8:45-11:45 Taught by Ben Fratrik *This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY) for 6th grade.     Bon Appetit: A Cooking Camp (6th-12th)  If you like to eat, this is the class for you. Learn how to be a master in the kitchen! Come to learn how to prepare and perfect meals; each day is devoted to a skill and theme to master in 3 to 4 dishes that add up to one incredible meal. All ability levels are welcome! M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Melissa Hargis *This camp is held at the Charles Clayton Campus on Mills Avenue.*   Budding Entrepreneurs (6th-8th)  Join other intrepid campers and develop a business plan for your own business idea. You will learn to take risks and persevere, while making business-like decisions about strategy, marketing and finance (optional activities include building a website and designing business cards). Campers build confidence “learning by doing” throughout the week and make their pitch presentations on the last day!  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Jason Shaffer in conjunction with SPARK Business Academy   Calling All Mermaids (K-1st)  Calling All Mermaids is BACK! Splash on in and join us for a week of learning fun facts about mermaids. We will read mermaid books and make crafty mermaid projects! We will swim in the LHBP Ocean, located at our own Highlander Aquatics pool. By the end of the week, you will become a mermaid with a special mermaid tail of your own!  We look forward to watching these campers turn into mermaids!  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Deb Ernst and Dorothy Boone The content will repeat in Week 6 and campers should not register for both weeks.   Culture of Cooking (3rd-6th)  We can all agree that good food is fantastic! Food has shaped cultures around the world and spanned continents to bring people together. This camp will focus on various regions of the world and explore the country, culture, and foods that make our world such a wonderfully delicious place to live. Students will learn about countries in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. We will be making and tasting the foods that make those countries famous. Students will also learn basic cooking skills such as dough making, kitchen safety, and how to pair ingredients. Each student will receive a starter chef kit to jumpstart their home kitchen. Join us on the cultural culinary adventure! Week 2 – Asian  *Please be aware that we will be working with allergens such as dairy, eggs, and gluten. Parents are always allowed to send in a substitute ingredient, if necessary.  *We will be making food, however, it is important that students bring lunch as we will be making individual portions. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by William Pavlovich *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for multiple weeks (2,3, and/or 4).   eSports: Elevated Gaming (3rd-5th)  Get ready for an unforgettable week of gaming fun! This eSports summer camp is designed for kids who love playing video games and want to take their skills to the next level. The campers will be playing on a Nintendo Switch provided by the school while they are at camp. We will be playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and other age-appropriate games. You’ll get to spend your days playing your favorite games, learning new gaming strategies, making new friends who also love gaming, and working with a team to win big. When we need a break from the digital world, campers will participate in Lego challenges and strategy puzzles.   **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Brandon Goodman *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (2 and/or 7).*     Exploding Science Coding Camp (2nd-4th)  Science and coding go hand in hand in our Exploding Science coding camp. Students learn Scratch™️to code their own interactive stories, animations, and games. In the process, they learn to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively  — everything leads up to a friendly end-week competition. Hands-on science experiments are incorporated into each day and teach campers about Chemistry, Engineering, Physics, and Astronomy. Exciting team-building games and pool time round out the fun.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Exploding Bacon Robotics Team 1902     Fishing (3rd-8th)  It has been said that a bad day of fishing beats a good day at work! Come and learn to bait a hook and cast a line in our very own Lake Highland as well as other local lakes within walking distance. All equipment is provided, but if you have that lucky pole or gear, feel free to bring it with you. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by JP Gainza *Campers may sign up for all weeks (2,3,5 and/or 6), if they would like to do so.     Florida Wildlife Friends (4th-5th)  Become a Florida Wildlife Friend this summer and join us for an unforgettable wildlife experience, including animal-themed games, nature crafts, nature excursions and much more! Each camper will receive their very own set of binoculars and a field journal to document the various wildlife we see on our nature walks across the LHPS campus. Each day we will focus on the different animals that are native to our local environment such as the Florida panther, manatees, sandhill cranes, green anoles, and so much more! We will cap our week with a trip to the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey. This camp is a fun way to stimulate learning about wildlife and instill a life-long respect for the environment. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Grace Langley     Forensic Frenzy (5th-8th)  Unravel a mystery as you conduct an investigation and build a body of evidence. Campers will learn and practice forensic techniques including fingerprint and DNA analysis. Strengthen your logic and problem solving skills through puzzles, games, and fun challenges. We will wrap up our camp with a field trip to an escape room to apply our new problem solving skills and detective skills. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Cindy Price Miller   FROZEN in Summer (K-3rd)  Do you wanna build a snowman? Are you worth melting for? Do you feel like it’s time to Let It Go? If so, then come join us for a Big Summer Blowout as we explore the magic and fun of FROZEN. Through stories, crafts and cooking, we will have some frozen fun in summer.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Wendy Fogg and Blair Childers The content will repeat in Week 7 and campers should not register for both weeks.   Golf Camp- coed (6th-12th)  Golf, “the sport for a lifetime,” combines physical aptitude and mental fortitude inspiring golfers to continually exceed their personal best. Whether your junior desires to get off to a fundamentally correct start or to represent Lake Highland as a member of a golf team, Highlander Summer offers award winning golf instruction led by Lead Instructor Chris Spalla at Rosen Shingle Creek. Lake Highland coaches along with Chris and his certified instructors, all with high school, collegiate, and professional playing experience, provide small group instruction from putting through full swing. These are based on daily goals with take home drills to reinforce good habits. Juniors will review their progress via motion analysis technology. Course management includes rules, strategy, and for experienced juniors, specialty lies. Each week wraps up with individual and small team “beat the coach” challenges.    M-F | 8:30-2:00 Taught by Bret Young Campers may be dropped off at LHP at 8:00 to ride the shuttle to Shingle Creek or parents may drop off directly at 8:30. In addition, parents may pick up at 2:00 at Shingle Creek or meet at LHP at 2:30.  Campers are encouraged to supply their own golf clubs. A full set is not necessary, however the key clubs to bring are putter, wedge, mid-iron, and driver. We also encourage campers to bring a refillable water bottle. A hat/visor, towel,  and sunglasses are helpful, but optional. *Campers may sign up for both weeks (2 and 4), if they would like to do so.* Campers may purchase a daily lunch at Rosen Shingle Creek for $12.00 or bring their own. Extended Care services are not available for Golf Camp.       Highlander Day Camp (PK)  PK Camp:  Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer exploring new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Our Lower Camp group will be rising PreK campers led by a certified teacher and other Highlander staff. This group will move together through a weekly schedule of over twenty age-appropriate activities such as:  Arts and Crafts, Beads, Bingo, Gym Games, Karaoke, Outdoor Sports, PE games, Scavenger Hunts, Storytelling, Yoga and more! PK Camp will also have a designated time period for outside water-play each day.  M-F | 9:00-3:30 *This camp is open to incoming LHP PreK students and PreK campers throughout our community. *All campers must be four years old prior to September 1, 2023. Non-incoming LHP PreK campers must show proof of age (birth certificate, etc.) prior to the start of camp. *All PreK campers must be potty-trained.   Highlander Day Camp (K-6)  Lower, Middle & Upper Camps:  Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer challenging themselves to explore new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Campers are placed into age appropriate “cabin groups” led by a college-aged camp counselor, and additional Highlander staff who will be an amazing role model to your child. Camp groups will rotate through a weekly schedule of over twenty-five different activities such as: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Beads, Bingo, Capture-the-Flag, Football, Gym Games, Kickball, Lanyards, Karaoke, Rock Climbing, Scavenger Hunts, Shrinky Dinks, Special Events, Wacky Water Games, Waterslides, Yoga, and more!  Due to the limited number of campers allowed in the pool each day, groups will be rotating days between the LHP pool and other water activities. With so many activities, no two weeks are the same!    M-F | 9:00-3:30   Highlander Day Camp PM (1st-6th) Highlander Day Camp PM is only available to campers who are registered for a half-day morning specialty or sports camp to create a full-day experience. Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program.  M-F | 11:45-3:30   Introduction to PreKindergarten (PK)  Experience the joys of LHPS’s PreKindergarten. Students will become familiar with the LHPS pre-k classrooms, campus, and routines. The children will create theme-related projects and participate in theme-related activities. New friendships will be established through socialization activities in the classroom, on the courtyard, and on the playground.  M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher *All Intro to Pre-K campers must be potty-trained.* *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for all weeks (1,2,3, 4 and/or 6).* *This program is open to all new LHP students entering PreKindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.*   Jurassic Adventures (K-2nd)  Calling all aspiring paleontologists! Join us for an exciting week of Dinosaur Camp! We will explore and share dinosaur knowledge through creative play, crafts, games, books, technology, and hands-on activities. Following a curiosity driven approach to exploration, each student will get the opportunity to create and collaborate meaningful keepsakes. So come join us for some prehistoric play and dino discovery! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Phoebe Scanga The content will repeat in Week 3 and campers should not register for both weeks.   Kids in the Kitchen (2nd-3rd)  Come join the fun this summer and learn how to cook and make healthy food choices. Our class is fun, safe and creative. The summer curriculum will encompass math skills through measuring, counting, fractions and sequencing. Reading and writing skills are enhanced daily.  Our campers will make new friends and improve their culinary language skills. Crafts and a cookbook will be completed by the end of the week. We will teach chemistry concepts by making predictions, experimenting, and observing how food changes. Come join the fun this summer with Mrs. Roderick and her sister, Chef Kim. Please be aware that we will be working with allergens such as dairy, eggs, and gluten. Parents are always allowed to send in a substitute ingredient, if necessary.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Denise Roderick and Chef Kim   Lacrosse Camp- boys  (1st-5th)  Lacrosse Camps are designed to allow players, from beginner to experienced, the opportunity to raise their lacrosse skills to the next level. The camp’s focus is on individual and team skills, situational awareness, and positional training. It also emphasizes athleticism, team mentality and other proven winning philosophies.  M-F | 8:45-11:45 Taught by Jeff Vander Meulen **Boys MUST bring their own Lacrosse equipment.** *This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.* *This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*     Leadership Service Camp (7th-9th)  Join Ms. Hujik and Ms. Gallagher for a week of serving our community in person and virtually! In order to become effective leaders in both our school and community, students will learn about leadership through service. Students will have the opportunity to serve at different organizations to help discover their service interests and passion as they build their path to serving others in the future. Students will also go through team building and leadership activities throughout the week. Students will be able to apply their volunteering hours to x2Vol (service hour tracker).  M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Ms. Hujik and Ms. Gallagher *This camp is held at the Charles Clayton Campus on Mills Avenue.*     Pencil Play / Day Camp  (K-2nd)  Pencil Play (am)- art, skill and manner of handwriting for students K-2nd will be addressed through fine motor and visual perceptual skills. Strengthen letter formation and sizing skills through crafts, games and play!  Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Ellery Scherrer (am) / HDC Staff (pm) The content will repeat in Week 7 and campers should not register for both weeks.   Robotics Camp: FIRST LEGO League  (4th-6th)  Join the LS robotics coaches as we take you through a competitive robotics mini-season! Students in this camp will practice and strengthen their skills as they divide into teams and tackle a previous season’s FIRST LEGO League challenge. Students will be asked to build and program a robot, create an innovation project that solves a real-world problem, and participate in challenging team building activities — just like we do during the school year. This camp is a great opportunity for any student who is interested in joining any competitive robotics team for the first time this upcoming school year, or any returning robotics student who would like to learn some new skills for the new season.  LHP Students: Please note that participation in this camp does not guarantee acceptance to the robotics team during the 2023-24 school year. Acceptance to the competitive team for the 2023-24 season will be determined based on an application process which begins in the first few weeks of the school year. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Dominic Canora The content will repeat in Week 7 and campers should not register for both weeks.     Sew Much Fun  (1st-2nd)  Are you looking for an engaging crafting experience that will promote problem solving, encourage mindfulness, and increase fine motor skills? Sewing is an art form that can greatly influence your child’s creative side. What better way to put their vast imagination to good use than by thinking of all the possibilities that come with learning a new skill.  Whether it’s learning to thread a needle, sew on a button, make a superhero cuff or a stuffed friend, this hands-on learning experience will be bursting with creativity and fun!  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Catherine Johnson The content is the same as Week 1 and campers should not register for both weeks.     Tennis Camp- coed (2nd-6th) Welcome to Highlander Summer Tennis Camp!  During our week with your child, we will be teaching all the fundamentals of tennis. Depending on the tennis level of  their tennis, beginner or intermediate, each student will be placed in a group accordingly.  To supplement our training, we also include fun tennis games and good sportsmanship.  We hope each of our summer tennis campers will take with them, a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime!  We hope to see you this summer!   M-F | 8:45-11:45 Taught by Hadas Ronen-Vazquez *Campers may register for multiple weeks (1,2,3,4,6, and/or 7).* *Campers may bring their own racquet or may borrow one. Borrowed racquets will be cleaned at the end of each day.* *This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.* *This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*   Theatre Performance Camp (5th-9th) *wks 2 &3*   Are you looking to advance your craft, get connected with friends, and have fun!  Do you love using your imagination, collaborating, moving, singing, learning fun choreography, and acting with others to bring characters and stories to life?     If the answer is, “YES!” then join us June 12th through June 23rd for LHPS Summer Theatre Production Camp Presents: Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Jr., and get connected through drama!! “There’s no people like show people!”  You will have the chance to connect with old and new friends, play theatre games, develop vocal and physical expression, stretch your creativity,  quick-thinking with improvisation, and advance your craft, strengthening your audition and acting skills.     Students do not need previous performance experience, but should be ready to be part of an ensemble performance.  Auditions will be arranged after registrations are in, and completed with final casting on our first day, June 12th.  Students are expected to commit to the two-week camp which is performance-based.  We will perform Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Jr. for families and friends in the Black Box Theatre on Friday, June 23rd.    NOTE: We encourage actors who sing – as well as those who think they don’t- to join us.  Singing will happen in this musical theatre ensemble, yet is NOT required of all actors.  There are always non-singing roles, too – something for everyone!  All focused, sincere, creative, and expressive actors from rising 5th to rising 9th graders with the intention to advance their craft are highly encouraged to attend! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Rosita Darden and Betsy Briley (aka Pavlovich)

Week 3 (June 20-23) *no camp, Monday, 6/19*

 

Adventures with STEAM / Day Camp (1st-2nd) 

Adventures with STEAM (am)-Calling all junior engineers in Grades 1&2…Please join me for an Adventure with STEAM! This week we will be visiting the wild, wild west…..cowboys, horses, cows and what it was like so many years ago in Texas and other states out west when the country was just being settled.  We will design a fun horse and have horse races along with other cowboy themed games.  Some painting on bandanas and designing of a brand for your imaginary ranch.  We will be kicking up some dust for sure.

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Belle Warren (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and/or 7).

 

Basketball Camp-coed (2nd-5th) 

Quality basketball instruction stressing fundamentals, techniques, philosophy, strategy, and intensive skill development will be during the week. Teamwork and an enthusiastic attitude will also be emphasized. Players should bring gym shorts, two t-shirts, basketball shoes and socks.

M-F | 8:45-11:45

Taught by Ben Fratrik

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*

 

 

Chess Camp by Board One (2nd-6th) 

Chess summer camps are the perfect way to introduce the game of chess to beginning students or sharpen the skills of tournament players. Coach Steve and his team of coaches will provide daily classes, opening workshops, and observation of tournament games. Campers will be placed in groups appropriate to their age and skill level. Most of our class time will be dedicated to analysis of student’s games; these custom lessons are more engaging and relevant to the campers.  Campers will also participate in camp games, pool and other activities. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Board One Coaches

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and 5), if they would like to do so.

 

 

Culture of Cooking (3rd-6th) 

We can all agree that good food is fantastic! Food has shaped cultures around the world and spanned continents to bring people together. This camp will focus on various regions of the world and explore the country, culture, and foods that make our world such a wonderfully delicious place to live. Students will learn about countries in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. We will be making and tasting the foods that make those countries famous.

Students will also learn basic cooking skills such as dough making, kitchen safety, and how to pair ingredients. Each student will receive a starter chef kit to jumpstart their home kitchen. Join us on the cultural culinary adventure!

Week 3 – European

*Please be aware that we will be working with allergens such as dairy, eggs, and gluten. Parents are always allowed to send in a substitute ingredient, if necessary. 

*We will be making food, however, it is important that students bring lunch as we will be making individual portions.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by William Pavlovich

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for multiple weeks (2,3, and/or 4).

 

DJ: Mix it Up! (5th-8th) 

Have you ever wanted to learn how to flawlessly mix songs, perform like the pros, and keep a party going? Students will spend a week using real DJ hardware and software learning how to beat match, mix between songs, use effects, and control the energy of a dance floor! This camp will end with a showcase where students will have the opportunity to perform for family, friends, and students from other camps.  

Want to keep the party going at home? At registration, campers have the option to purchase a Pioneer DDJ-200, the same digital DJ controller students use in the camp to keep. 

NOTE: The DJ controller is not a “stand-alone” device and will need to connect to an iPad or computer with music purchased by the student’s family for at-home use.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Dominic Canora

 

Fine Motor Bootcamp / Day Camp (K-3rd) 

Fine Motor Bootcamp (am)- Through discovery and play, students K-2nd will develop and strengthen fine motor skills that support movement and coordination for academic success! 

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Ellery Scherrer (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

The content will repeat in Week 5 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Fishing (3rd-8th) 

It has been said that a bad day of fishing beats a good day at work! Come and learn to bait a hook and cast a line in our very own Lake Highland as well as other local lakes within walking distance. All equipment is provided, but if you have that lucky pole or gear, feel free to bring it with you.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by JP Gainza

*Campers may sign up for all weeks (2,3,5 and/or 6), if they would like to do so.

Golf Camp- coed (2nd-5th) 

Golf, “the sport for a lifetime,” combines physical aptitude and mental fortitude inspiring golfers to continually exceed their personal best. Whether your junior desires to get off to a fundamentally correct start or to represent Lake Highland as a member of a golf team, Highlander Summer offers award winning golf instruction led by Lead Instructor Chris Spalla at Rosen Shingle Creek. Lake Highland coaches along with Chris and his certified instructors, all with high school, collegiate, and professional playing experience, provide small group instruction from putting through full swing. These are based on daily goals with take home drills to reinforce good habits. Juniors will review their progress via motion analysis technology. Course management includes rules, strategy, and for experienced juniors, specialty lies. Each week wraps up with individual and small team “beat the coach” challenges.   

M-F | 8:30-2:00

Taught by Joel Dobrowolski

Campers may be dropped off at LHP at 8:00 to ride the shuttle to Shingle Creek or parents may drop off directly at 8:30. In addition, parents may pick up at 2:00 at Shingle Creek or meet at LHP at 2:30. 

Campers are encouraged to supply their own golf clubs. A full set is not necessary, however the key clubs to bring are putter, wedge, mid-iron, and driver. We also encourage campers to bring a refillable water bottle. A hat/visor, towel,  and sunglasses are helpful, but optional.

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (1 and 3), if they would like to do so.*

Campers may purchase a daily lunch at Rosen Shingle Creek for $12.00 or bring their own.

Extended Care services are not available for Golf Camp.

 

 

Highlander Day Camp (PK) 

PK Camp: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer exploring new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Our Lower Camp group will be rising PreK campers led by a certified teacher and other Highlander staff. This group will move together through a weekly schedule of over twenty age-appropriate activities such as:  Arts and Crafts, Beads, Bingo, Gym Games, Karaoke, Outdoor Sports, PE games, Scavenger Hunts, Storytelling, Yoga and more! PK Camp will also have a designated time period for outside water-play each day. 

M-F | 9:00-3:30

*This camp is open to incoming LHP PreK students and PreK campers throughout our community.

*All campers must be four years old prior to September 1, 2023. Non-incoming LHP PreK campers must show proof of age (birth certificate, etc.) prior to the start of camp.

*All PreK campers must be potty-trained.

 

Highlander Day Camp (K-6) 

Lower, Middle & Upper Camps: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer challenging themselves to explore new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Campers are placed into age appropriate “cabin groups” led by a college-aged camp counselor, and additional Highlander staff who will be an amazing role model to your child. Camp groups will rotate through a weekly schedule of over twenty-five different activities such as: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Beads, Bingo, Capture-the-Flag, Football, Gym Games, Kickball, Lanyards, Karaoke, Rock Climbing, Scavenger Hunts, Shrinky Dinks, Special Events, Wacky Water Games, Waterslides, Yoga, and more! 

Due to the limited number of campers allowed in the pool each day, groups will be rotating days between the LHP pool and other water activities. With so many activities, no two weeks are the same!   

M-F | 9:00-3:30

 

Highlander Day Camp PM (2nd-6th) 

Highlander Day Camp PM is only available to campers who are registered for a half-day morning specialty or sports camp to create a full-day experience. Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

M-F | 11:45-3:30

 

Introduction to PreKindergarten (PK) 

Experience the joys of LHPS’s PreKindergarten. Students will become familiar with the LHPS pre-k classrooms, campus, and routines. The children will create theme-related projects and participate in theme-related activities. New friendships will be established through socialization activities in the classroom, on the courtyard, and on the playground. 

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

*All Intro to Pre-K campers must be potty-trained.*

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for all weeks (1,2,3, 4 and/or 6).*

*This program is open to all new LHP students entering PreKindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.*

 

 

Junior CEOs (6th-8th) 

How cool would it be for you to be the boss at Apple or Nike for a day? In this leadership program, you can! Campers act as CEOs for leading companies and collaborate to make strategic recommendations to address real business issues. Case studies include popular companies and examine the role of female and minority CEOs. Campers enhance their problem-solving skills, develop business savvy and cultivate a strategic mindset as future leaders.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Jason Shaffer in conjunction with SPARK Business Academy

 

 

Jurassic Adventures (K-2nd) 

Calling all aspiring paleontologists! Join us for an exciting week of Dinosaur Camp! We will explore and share dinosaur knowledge through creative play, crafts, games, books, technology, and hands-on activities. Following a curiosity driven approach to exploration, each student will get the opportunity to create and collaborate meaningful keepsakes. So come join us for some prehistoric play and dino discovery!

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Phoebe Scanga

The content is the same as Week 2 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Kindergarten Highlights (K) 

This is a great opportunity for children to enhance their academic skills and meet new friends. Let’s Go Camping (Week 3) and A Week at the Beach (Week 6) are the respective themes for language arts and math activities that are enhanced with literature, art, music, computers and outdoor activities. We will also visit the LHP pool.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Sue Koch and Patti Exum

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and/or 6).

This program is open to the local Orlando community and LHP students entering Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

 

Lacrosse Camp- girls (1st-8th) 

Lacrosse Camps are designed to allow players, from beginner to experienced, the opportunity to raise their lacrosse skills to the next level. The camp’s focus is on individual and team skills, situational awareness, and positional training. It also emphasizes athleticism, team mentality and other proven winning philosophies. 

M-F | 8:45-11:45

Taught by Sol Blazers Lacrosse

*This camp is held at the Charles Clayton Campus on Mills Avenue.*

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY) for those campers in 1st-6th.*

 

 

Mix-Match-Make Science (3rd-5th) 

Are you a budding scientist? Learn about chemistry, biology, physics, astronomy and more! Campers will explore and increase their interest in the sciences through engaging, interactive experiments involving everything from rocks and minerals to chemicals and the stars. Students will also have the opportunity to use and become familiar with laboratory equipment and tools such as microscopes, heating plates, scales, test tubes, beakers, flasks and pipettes. Join us for a week filled with fun, engaging, hands-on activities such as growing crystals, launching rockets and building volcanoes.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Cindy Price-Miller

The content will repeat in Week 5 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Odyssey Camp (1st-3rd) 

Odyssey of the Mind is the largest and longest-running team-based creative problem-solving competition, with participants from Kindergarten through college and from nations around the world. LHPS sponsors several Odyssey teams that have competed successfully at the regional and state levels. The program teaches out-of-the-box thinking, promotes creativity, and above all encourages teamwork and leadership.

 

Camp Odyssey is open to all 1st-grade, 2nd-grade, and 3rd-grade students — those who have participated in Odyssey before, those who would be interested in being on an Odyssey team in 2023–24, and those who enjoy challenges centered around creative thinking, design, and engineering.

 

In Camp Odyssey, students will use critical thinking and creativity to solve a variety of hands-on STEM problems. Modifications to the Odyssey format will be made to allow for teamwork and collaboration while maintaining social distancing and safety protocols.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Debbie Freeland

 

Primary Science (K-1st) 

Calling all Junior Scientists!  Come explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math in a week of hands-on and collaborative science investigations designed especially for you.  We will also conduct multiple experiments each day in Primary Science.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Shannon White and Leslie Cherry

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and/or 4).

 

Star Wars Jedi Training Academy (2nd-3rd)

Come join other Star Wars-loving friends as we embark on a galactic journey as Jedi in training. Throughout the week, each young Jedi will create their own force-inspired crafts.  Star Wars games, activities and stories will be woven into each fun-filled day!

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Jennifer Neldner

 

Summer Strummers: Beginner Ukulele (3rd-6th) 

One week.  Four strings.  Strum this summer at Beginner Ukulele Camp.  Never picked up a ukulele before?  This camp is for you!  Played just a little bit?  This camp is for you! Fun and challenge awaits as you learn a new instrument.  You will learn chords, finger picking, and tablature and prepare your own songs for a mini recital at the end.  To mix things up and to keep your fingers from getting sore, you will play outside, have pool time, and do some crafts.  Bring your own ukulele, if you have one, but if you don’t, one will be provided for you to use during camp time.  A fun, creative way to rock a week!!  After taking this camp, you will know enough to sign up for Intermediate Ukulele camp.  

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Margaret Smith

 

Tennis Camp- coed (2nd-6th)

Welcome to Highlander Summer Tennis Camp!  During our week with your child, we will be teaching all the fundamentals of tennis. Depending on the tennis level of  their tennis, beginner or intermediate, each student will be placed in a group accordingly.  To supplement our training, we also include fun tennis games and good sportsmanship.  We hope each of our summer tennis campers will take with them, a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime!  We hope to see you this summer!  

M-F | 8:45-11:45

Taught by Hadas Ronen-Vazquez

*Campers may register for multiple weeks (1,2,3,4,6, and/or 7).*

*Campers may bring their own racquet or may borrow one. Borrowed racquets will be cleaned at the end of each day.*

*This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.*

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*

 

Ultimate Unicorn Camp (K-1st)

Unicorn lovers unite! Magical crafts are as enchanting as they are fun! This unicorn camp is perfect for young learners to share and explore their knowledge about unicorns. Students will make unicorn crafts, play unicorn games and so much more. Students will get a chance to do hands-on activities. Additionally, students will get to enjoy this great experience while having fun and learning.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Carlene Honor

Week 4 (June 26-30)

 

Adventures with STEAM / Day Camp (K-1st) 

Adventures with STEAM (am)- Calling all junior engineers in grades K&1st….Please join me for an Adventure with STEAM. This week we will be focusing on the zoo and what habitats the animals need to be in when taken out of their natural environment and brought to the zoos so that we can all enjoy seeing them.  We will build and design mini habitats for our animals and take a virtual tour of the Bronx Zoo in NYC and learn about the animals, how they live, and what we could do to improve their habitat.  

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Belle Warren (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

*The content is the same as Week 2 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

 

Archery Camp- coed (6th-8th) 

Come try your hand at Olympic Recurve Archery! This is designed for campers who have never shot an Olympic Recurve Bow before. Lake Highland offers one of the most competitive archery teams in the country at both the middle school and high school levels. This camp will introduce archers to shooting from their first shot all the way to mock competitions. Campers will get to pop balloons and learn fun shooting games. Campers who participate will learn the fundamentals of archery, details of archery equipment, range safety protocols and a variety of shooting techniques. This introduction to archery is a great way to try out archery.  

M-F | 8:45-11:45 

Taught by Gloria Boisvert

*This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.*

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY) for 6th grade.

 

Baking Bootcamp (6th-12th) 

Do you like bread? Cake? Pie? I do! Let’s come together to celebrate baked goods! Sweet or savory, in this camp students will learn the basics of baking by making breads, cakes, candies, and other carb-o-licious treats! Each week of Baking Bootcamp will feature different recipes and all skill levels are welcome!  

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Melissa Hargis

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (1 and/or 4).*

*This camp is held at the Charles Clayton Campus on Mills Avenue.*

 

 

Bulls & Bears Stock Market Simulation (6th-8th) 

Learn investing fundamentals and how you can start investing at a young age! Build your own $100,000 stock portfolio and trade stocks like Apple, Nike or Amazon with a cool investing simulation tool. This hands-on experience empowers campers with the tools and mindset to face future investment decisions with confidence and buy low, sell high! A solid

foundation for successful future investors!

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Jason Shaffer in conjunction with SPARK Business Academy

 

 

Cheerleading Camp (1st-6th) 

Got Spirit? If so, then this is the camp for you! Spend time with LHP cheerleaders as we cheer, jump, dance, tumble, and stunt. Throughout the week, teams of similar age campers work on developing a cheerleading routine to present in a show for families and friends on Friday! Every day also includes games, crafts, and swimming. Campers attending must wear comfortable clothes, athletic shoes, and bring a drink and snack each day. 

 **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Stephanie Bingle

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (4 and 7), if they would like to do so.*

*This camp is held at the Charles Clayton Campus on Mills Avenue.*

 

 

Culture of Cooking (3rd-6th) 

We can all agree that good food is fantastic! Food has shaped cultures around the world and spanned continents to bring people together. This camp will focus on various regions of the world and explore the country, culture, and foods that make our world such a wonderfully delicious place to live. Students will learn about countries in North and South America, Europe, and Asia. We will be making and tasting the foods that make those countries famous.

Students will also learn basic cooking skills such as dough making, kitchen safety, and how to pair ingredients. Each student will receive a starter chef kit to jumpstart their home kitchen. Join us on the cultural culinary adventure!

Week 4 – The Americas

*Please be aware that we will be working with allergens such as dairy, eggs, and gluten. Parents are always allowed to send in a substitute ingredient, if necessary. 

*We will be making food, however, it is important that students bring lunch as we will be making individual portions.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by William Pavlovich

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for multiple weeks (2,3, and/or 4).

 

Golf Camp- coed (6th-12th) 

Golf, “the sport for a lifetime,” combines physical aptitude and mental fortitude inspiring golfers to continually exceed their personal best. Whether your junior desires to get off to a fundamentally correct start or to represent Lake Highland as a member of a golf team, Highlander Summer offers award winning golf instruction led by Lead Instructor Chris Spalla at Rosen Shingle Creek. Lake Highland coaches along with Chris and his certified instructors, all with high school, collegiate, and professional playing experience, provide small group instruction from putting through full swing. These are based on daily goals with take home drills to reinforce good habits. Juniors will review their progress via motion analysis technology. Course management includes rules, strategy, and for experienced juniors, specialty lies. Each week wraps up with individual and small team “beat the coach” challenges.   

M-F | 8:30-2:00

Taught by Joel Dobrowolski

Campers may be dropped off at LHP at 8:00 to ride the shuttle to Shingle Creek or parents may drop off directly at 8:30. In addition, parents may pick up at 2:00 at Shingle Creek or meet at LHP at 2:30. 

Campers are encouraged to supply their own golf clubs. A full set is not necessary, however the key clubs to bring are putter, wedge, mid-iron, and driver. We also encourage campers to bring a refillable water bottle. A hat/visor, towel,  and sunglasses are helpful, but optional.

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (2 and 4), if they would like to do so.*

Campers may purchase a daily lunch at Rosen Shingle Creek for $12.00 or bring their own.

Extended Care services are not available for Golf Camp.

 

 

Highlander Day Camp (PK) 

PK Camp: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer exploring new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Our Lower Camp group will be rising PreK campers led by a certified teacher and other Highlander staff. This group will move together through a weekly schedule of over twenty age-appropriate activities such as:  Arts and Crafts, Beads, Bingo, Gym Games, Karaoke, Outdoor Sports, PE games, Scavenger Hunts, Storytelling, Yoga and more! PK Camp will also have a designated time period for outside water-play each day. 

M-F | 9:00-3:30

*This camp is open to incoming LHP PreK students and PreK campers throughout our community.

*All campers must be four years old prior to September 1, 2023. Non-incoming LHP PreK campers must show proof of age (birth certificate, etc.) prior to the start of camp.

*All PreK campers must be potty-trained.

 

Highlander Day Camp (K-6) 

Lower, Middle & Upper Camps: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer challenging themselves to explore new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Campers are placed into age appropriate “cabin groups” led by a college-aged camp counselor, and additional Highlander staff who will be an amazing role model to your child. Camp groups will rotate through a weekly schedule of over twenty-five different activities such as: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Beads, Bingo, Capture-the-Flag, Football, Gym Games, Kickball, Lanyards, Karaoke, Rock Climbing, Scavenger Hunts, Shrinky Dinks, Special Events, Wacky Water Games, Waterslides, Yoga, and more! 

Due to the limited number of campers allowed in the pool each day, groups will be rotating days between the LHP pool and other water activities. With so many activities, no two weeks are the same!   

M-F | 9:00-3:30

 

Highlander Day Camp PM (2nd-6th) 

Highlander Day Camp PM is only available to campers who are registered for a half-day morning specialty or sports camp to create a full-day experience. Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

M-F | 11:45-3:30

 

Hogwarts’ Adventure (3rd-8th) 

All campers must be enrolled by 5/29 due to the ordering of park tickets.

A magical week-long event is planned! For five fun “Muggle-free” days, you will learn “The Hogwarts Way”, wand making, potions, and care of magical creatures. Enjoy Quidditch Matches, Defense against the Dark Arts, Charms, and many hands-on Harry Potter activities! Lessons will be derived from all of the books. Even if you have not read the books, you are welcome to join! Wizards will also travel to Universal Studios/Island of Adventure one day during the week (daily ticket cost included in camp price).

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by JP Gainza

The content will repeat in Week 7 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Introduction to PreKindergarten (PK) 

Experience the joys of LHPS’s PreKindergarten. Students will become familiar with the LHPS pre-k classrooms, campus, and routines. The children will create theme-related projects and participate in theme-related activities. New friendships will be established through socialization activities in the classroom, on the courtyard, and on the playground. 

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

*All Intro to Pre-K campers must be potty-trained.*

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for all weeks (1,2,3, 4 and/or 6).*

*This program is open to all new LHP students entering PreKindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.*

 

Introduction to Kindergarten (K) *wks 4 & 5*

Enjoy two weeks with Kindergarten friends and teachers while engaging in themed activities that reinforce critical educational concepts. Students “visit” countries from around the world during the first session and participate in Western themed activities during the second. Language Arts and mathematics will be emphasized, along with literature, art, music, computers, and outdoor play. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

This is a two week program that begins Week 4.

Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for all weeks (1 and 2, 4 and 5, and/or 7).

*This camp is open to all new and returning LHP students entering Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.*

 

Introduction to First Grade (1st)

Welcome to First Grade! New and returning LHP students will delight in this weeklong course full of fun as they discover every aspect of First Grade. Themed activities will concentrate on spelling, reading, math and writing to prepare for greater success during the upcoming school year. We will also swim in the LHP pool. Come meet some new friends and be ready for the upcoming school year! 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

The content will repeat in Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering First Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

Introduction to Second Grade (2nd)

Please join us for an orientation to Second Grade. LHP students will be engaged in interactive activities and games to help prepare for a successful transition to Second Grade. We will review math, language arts, and handwriting. Students will enjoy working individually and in small groups. We’ll also visit the LHP pool and playground during the week. This will be a fun engaging week for students and informative too.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

The content will repeat in Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Second Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

Introduction to Third Grade (3rd)

Students will enjoy language arts and math activities that support their excitement for discovery and investigation while promoting valuable strategies and habits needed for academic success. Students will be introduced to third grade routines. We will build community through Morning Meeting, structured games, and fun, hands-on activities. Enrichment activities will encourage creative problem solving and continued, individualized development of academic skills. We’ll also visit the LHP pool and playground during the week.  

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

The content will repeat in Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Third Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

 

 

Introduction to Fourth Grade (4th)

Your Fourth Grade adventure starts here! Build confidence by practicing important time management tips, organizational skills, and test-taking strategies. Expectations for specific content areas are shared and effective study tips for success are demonstrated. Students are given quality time to work with iPads, multiple apps, and websites used in the school year. Summer math and reading requirements are discussed; setting goals for completing prior to the start of the new school year. Math skills are sharpened through the use of games and technology. Reading comprehension strategies are practiced. Creative writing talents are fine-tuned as students practice the writing process used by great writers and authors. We’ll also visit the LHP pool and playground during the week. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

The content will repeat in Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Fourth Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

Introduction to Fifth Grade (5th)

Join us and begin preparing for a successful Fifth Grade year! From the moment students enter camp they will be immersed in the ways of Fifth Grade. Students will explore their new classroom environment, learn procedures, and practice organizational skills. Each day students will practice using specific technology programs that will be used throughout the school year. Students will preview Math 5 through the use of games and technology, as well as have daily check points discussing the summer reading assignments. Come spend a week with us making new friends, swimming in the LHPS pool, and learning the ways of Fifth Grade!

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

The content will repeat in Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Fifth Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

Introduction to Sixth Grade (6th)

Enjoy your first week as a Sixth Grader during one of these fun and interactive summer classes. We will introduce you to life in the Sixth Grade Center with exciting academic activities, team-building games, and even a campus scavenger hunt. You will gain an understanding of the academic curriculum while learning study and time-management tips for success.  Whether you are a returning or new LHP student, this is a great opportunity to prepare for success in Sixth Grade, get ahead of the game, and make new friends at LHP! We will also swim in the LHP pool!

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

The content will repeat in Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Sixth Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

Pen Craft / Day Camp (2nd-5th)

Pen Craft (am)- Through discovery and play, students K-2nd will develop and strengthen fine motor skills that support movement and coordination for academic success! 

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Ellery Scherrer (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

The content will repeat in Week 6 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Pokemon Go & Card Masters (4th-8th)

During the morning, you’ll get to explore the Lake Highland area, search for new Pokemon, and participate in exciting challenges and competitions with other campers. With the help of experienced trainers, you’ll learn new tips and tricks to help you become a better Pokemon Go player. And the best part? You’ll make new friends who love Pokemon Go just as much as you do. You’ll have a blast playing together, sharing your experiences, and bonding over your love of the game. It’s going to be a week filled with adventure, learning, and most importantly, catching Pokemon!

 

Students may use an existing Pokemon Go account, if they do not have a Pokemon Go account, we will work with parents prior to the start of camp to assist in setting up a parent-approved account for the camper. Students will have school-issued iPads to use during the Pokemon Go camp, which they will log into with their accounts to play the game.

 

After lunch, we’ll take the action indoors for some one-on-one Pokémon Trainer battles. Campers will be using pre-constructed decks to play Pokémon: TCG (The Card Game). Campers will learn the parts of each card, the mechanics of the game, the steps of battling, and how to emerge victorious from the stadium. Decks will be constructed only from cards playable in the current Pokémon Standard tournament format.

 

Want to keep battling at home? At registration, campers have the option to purchase a Pokemon TCG Starter Kit which will include one 60 card deck, card sleeves, one deck box, one set damage dice, one set condition tokens, and one Pokemon battle play mat. All starter kits will be delivered on the final day of camp.

 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Brandon Goodman and Debbie Freeland

 

 

Primary Science (K-1st) 

Calling all Junior Scientists!  Come explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math in a week of hands-on and collaborative science investigations designed especially for you.  We will also conduct multiple experiments each day in Primary Science.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Shannon White and Leslie Cherry

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and/or 4).

 

 

Princess Power: Caring, Courage & Kindness (K-3rd)

Are you caring like Snow White, forgiving as Cinderella? Do you treasure knowledge and accept others like Belle? Do you respect nature and possess strength like Pocahontas or work hard and persevere like Tiana? Are you brave like Mulan?  Through stories, sharing, crafts and cooking, we will discover, strengthen and celebrate the princess in each of us.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Wendy Fogg and Blair Childers

The content will repeat in Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

 

Tennis Camp- coed (2nd-6th)

Welcome to Highlander Summer Tennis Camp!  During our week with your child, we will be teaching all the fundamentals of tennis. Depending on the tennis level of  their tennis, beginner or intermediate, each student will be placed in a group accordingly.  To supplement our training, we also include fun tennis games and good sportsmanship.  We hope each of our summer tennis campers will take with them, a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime!  We hope to see you this summer!  

M-F | 8:45-11:45

Taught by Hadas Ronen-Vazquez

*Campers may register for multiple weeks (1,2,3,4,6, and/or 7).*

*Campers may bring their own racquet or may borrow one. Borrowed racquets will be cleaned at the end of each day.*

*This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.*

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*

 

Unsolved Mysteries (4th-8th)

Does Bigfoot really exist? Is there life on other planets? Examine the underlying facts and theories that surround perplexing mysteries like the disappearance of Amelia Earhart and the creation of Stonehenge. Students will practice logic and reasoning skills while we examine both real-life and made for fun mysteries of the Universe.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Cindy Price-Miller

 

Week 5 (July 3-7) *no camp, Tuesday, 7/4**

 

Chess Camp by Board One (2nd-6th) 

Chess summer camps are the perfect way to introduce the game of chess to beginning students or sharpen the skills of tournament players. Coach Steve and his team of coaches will provide daily classes, opening workshops, and observation of tournament games. Campers will be placed in groups appropriate to their age and skill level. Most of our class time will be dedicated to analysis of student’s games; these custom lessons are more engaging and relevant to the campers.  Campers will also participate in camp games, pool and other activities. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Board One Coaches

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and 5), if they would like to do so.

 

Core Golf  / Day Camp (1st–2nd) 

Core Golf (am)- Core Kids Golf teaches children golf, athleticism, and life skills in a safe and fun holistic learning environment, with beginner-oriented golf equipment. During these half-day golf camps, children will learn foundational golf skills such as full swing, putting, chipping, and pitching. Along with golf skills, children will learn how to become better athletes and valuable life skills such as respect, sportsmanship, and perseverance.

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Core Golf (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (5 and 7), if they would like to do so.*

 

Eco Adventuring (2nd-3rd) 

Let’s explore green grassland, soggy swamps, and prickly pine forest to learn about the living world around us. What is the oldest tree? Why do alligators appear to smile? Do you ever wonder why we have afternoon rains in summer? Together we will explore some of Florida’s wild wonders and discover how we can help protect them. 

*Campers will walk to Lake Ivanhoe Park and Lake Highland Park. Campers will also travel to a local county park. Campers must be able to hike at least one mile.*

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Heather Walker

 

Fine Motor Bootcamp / Day Camp  (2nd-3rd) 

Fine Motor Bootcamp (am)- Through discovery and play, students K-2nd will develop and strengthen fine motor skills that support movement and coordination for academic success! 

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Ellery Scherrer (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

The content is the same as Week 3 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Fishing (3rd-8th) 

It has been said that a bad day of fishing beats a good day at work! Come and learn to bait a hook and cast a line in our very own Lake Highland as well as other local lakes within walking distance. All equipment is provided, but if you have that lucky pole or gear, feel free to bring it with you.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by JP Gainza

*Campers may sign up for all weeks (2,3,5, and/or 6), if they would like to do so.

 

 

Future Millionaires (6th-8th) 

Join us for this unique financial literacy and business camp with various daily themes: personal finance, investments, entrepreneurship, leadership and innovation. This multidisciplinary program empowers campers with essential 21st century skills and the ability to make sound financial decisions.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Jason Shaffer in conjunction with SPARK Business Academy

 

 

Highlander Day Camp (PK) 

PK Camp: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer exploring new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Our Lower Camp group will be rising PreK campers led by a certified teacher and other Highlander staff. This group will move together through a weekly schedule of over twenty age-appropriate activities such as:  Arts and Crafts, Beads, Bingo, Gym Games, Karaoke, Outdoor Sports, PE games, Scavenger Hunts, Storytelling, Yoga and more! PK Camp will also have a designated time period for outside water-play each day. 

M-F | 9:00-3:30

*This camp is open to incoming LHP PreK students and PreK campers throughout our community.

*All campers must be four years old prior to September 1, 2023. Non-incoming LHP PreK campers must show proof of age (birth certificate, etc.) prior to the start of camp.

*All PreK campers must be potty-trained.

 

Highlander Day Camp (K-6) 

Lower, Middle & Upper Camps: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer challenging themselves to explore new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Campers are placed into age appropriate “cabin groups” led by a college-aged camp counselor, and additional Highlander staff who will be an amazing role model to your child. Camp groups will rotate through a weekly schedule of over twenty-five different activities such as: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Beads, Bingo, Capture-the-Flag, Football, Gym Games, Kickball, Lanyards, Karaoke, Rock Climbing, Scavenger Hunts, Shrinky Dinks, Special Events, Wacky Water Games, Waterslides, Yoga, and more! 

Due to the limited number of campers allowed in the pool each day, groups will be rotating days between the LHP pool and other water activities. With so many activities, no two weeks are the same!   

M-F | 9:00-3:30

 

Highlander Day Camp PM (2nd-6th) 

Highlander Day Camp PM is only available to campers who are registered for a half-day morning specialty or sports camp to create a full-day experience. Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

M-F | 11:45-3:30

 

Mix-Match-Make Science (3rd-5th) 

Are you a budding scientist? Learn about chemistry, biology, physics, astronomy and more! Campers will explore and increase their interest in the sciences through engaging, interactive experiments involving everything from rocks and minerals to chemicals and the stars. Students will also have the opportunity to use and become familiar with laboratory equipment and tools such as microscopes, heating plates, scales, test tubes, beakers, flasks and pipettes. Join us for a week filled with fun, engaging, hands-on activities such as growing crystals, launching rockets and building volcanoes.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Cindy Price-Miller

The content is the same as Week 3 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Soccer Camp- coed (2nd-5th) 

Join us for an exciting week of soccer at our Highlander Summer Soccer Camp! Our experienced coaches will teach the fundamentals of the game, including dribbling, passing, and shooting, while also promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. In addition to on-field instruction, we’ll also have fun off-field activities to keep campers engaged and active. This camp is open to players of all skill levels and is the perfect opportunity for young players to improve their skills and have fun in a safe and supportive environment. Sign up now and get ready to score some goals this summer!

M-F | 8:45-11:45

Taught by FC Highland

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*

*This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.*

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (5 and/or 7), if they would like to do so.

 

Spanish Super Stars (2nd-4th) 

Inviting all super start students! Invitando a todos los estudiantes super estrellas! Come and join Sra. Pazmino for a week of fun and immersive learning in SPANISH/ESPAÑOL! This summer camp is designed to help students learn a foreign language through songs, art, games, and storytelling. This dynamic class incorporates interactive play and technology. Swimming will be each afternoon, so don’t forget a swimsuit and towel. A pinata will be part of our last class fiesta celebration of your steps to Spanish fluency!

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Annet Pazmino

 

Strings Camp (5th-6th) 

The Strings Camp will supplement what has been taught during the school year. Students will gain more technique but will do so by playing more fun music, games and traditional music.

M-F | 9:00-11:45

Taught by Michael Simpson

*This is for established players with 2-3 years of experience. This camp is not for beginners. 

*Players must bring their own instrument. 

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*

Week 6 (July 10-14)

  Baking Bootcamp (6th-12th)  Do you like bread? Cake? Pie? I do! Let’s come together to celebrate baked goods! Sweet or savory, in this camp students will learn the basics of baking by making breads, cakes, candies, and other carb-o-licious treats! Each week of Baking Bootcamp will feature different recipes and all skill levels are welcome!   M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Melissa Hargis *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (4 and/or 6).* *This camp is held at the Charles Clayton Campus on Mills Avenue.*   Build a Better Mouse Trap (4th-6th)  Have you ever wondered how something works or thought I could do that better? We will explore how simple machines work and then get a chance to try to build them ourselves. WIth friends you will apply basic science and math concepts to make creations that actually work. Campers will have a chance to choose what simple machines they want to knwo more about and then create. We’ll use a mix of Legos, basic crafting materials, and reused household items to see what we can create.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Heather Walker   Calling All Mermaids (K-1st)  Calling All Mermaids is BACK! Splash on in and join us for a week of learning fun facts about mermaids. We will read mermaid books and make crafty mermaid projects! We will swim in the LHP Ocean, located at our own Highlander Aquatics pool. By the end of the week, you will become a mermaid with a special mermaid tail of your own!  We look forward to watching these campers turn into mermaids!  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Deb Ernst and Dorothy Boone The content is the same as Week 2 and campers should not register for both.   Culinary Kids / Day Camp (K-1st)  Culinary Kids – We are not a Cooking Club but a STEM certified hands-on culinary program that explores different types of ingredients, foods, and culinary cultures from around the world in a fun learning environment.  We are the only STEM Certified Culinary program worldwide which helps reinforce school taught math and science with everyday applications through cooking and how chemical functions and math of each play in recipes.    Our classes help students develop their knowledge behind the food and have successfully opened minds and pallets to a variety of healthy foods (yes, even vegetables!).  For children who love to eat, we help them learn more about the history, culture, and science behind the ingredients in creating amazing healthy dishes.  For those that are a bit finicky with food, we help open their minds to tasting new ingredients by exposing them to flavors and creating something tasty and fun with their class and receiving a “Taster Pin” for each new item. This simple reward and reinforcement program helps encourage exploration with food and flavors.    Head Chef Zelen has had the honor to be a chef at the world-renowned James Beard House in New York City, she was also honored as a Chef de Chaine (only 2000 worldwide) with the exclusive Chaine des Rotisseurs (the oldest worldwide foodies organization from 1248 AD), and she has spent countless hours working on charity events centered around fine dining like the United Way Chef’s Gala. Her work has received numerous accolades in many national and local publications and television programs.   Her career has spanned many decades at many notable restaurants, resorts and companies. Most recently she was Director of Bakery Operations for 4 Rivers Smokehouse, The Coop and Central Bakery. She was also the Department Chair of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Orlando becoming the first female to hold a lead department position at the college. She is the previous owner of the American Brownie Co. Inc., which she opened in 2003 and was prominently featured on the Food Network show Unwrapped.    To read her full biography and an expanded description of the camp click here. To view the Culinary Kids website, click here.   *Lastly, we understand the seriousness of food allergies, and our professional chefs know how to handle them properly and safely.  Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Culinary Kids (am) / HDC Staff (pm)   eSports: Elevated Gaming (6th-8th)  Get ready for an unforgettable week of gaming fun! This eSports summer camp is designed for kids who love playing video games and want to take their skills to the next level. The campers will be playing on a Nintendo Switch provided by the school while they are at camp. We will be playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and other age-appropriate games. You’ll get to spend your days playing your favorite games, learning new gaming strategies, making new friends who also love gaming, and working with a team to win big. When we need a break from the digital world, campers will participate in Lego challenges and strategy puzzles.   **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Brandon Goodman *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (1 and/or 6).*     Fishing (3rd-8th)  It has been said that a bad day of fishing beats a good day at work! Come and learn to bait a hook and cast a line in our very own Lake Highland as well as other local lakes within walking distance. All equipment is provided, but if you have that lucky pole or gear, feel free to bring it with you. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by JP Gainza *Campers may sign up for all weeks (2,3,5 and/or 6), if they would like to do so.   Florida Wildlife Friends (2nd-3rd)  Become a Florida Wildlife Friend this summer and join us for an unforgettable wildlife experience, including animal-themed games, nature crafts, nature excursions and much more! Each camper will receive their very own set of binoculars and a field journal to document the various wildlife we see on our nature walks across the LHPS campus. Each day we will focus on the different animals that are native to our local environment such as the Florida panther, manatees, sandhill cranes, green anoles, and so much more! We will cap our week with a trip to the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey. This camp is a fun way to stimulate learning about wildlife and instill a life-long respect for the environment. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Grace Langley   Highlander Day Camp (PK)  PK Camp:  Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer exploring new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Our Lower Camp group will be rising PreK campers led by a certified teacher and other Highlander staff. This group will move together through a weekly schedule of over twenty age-appropriate activities such as:  Arts and Crafts, Beads, Bingo, Gym Games, Karaoke, Outdoor Sports, PE games, Scavenger Hunts, Storytelling, Yoga and more! PK Camp will also have a designated time period for outside water-play each day.  M-F | 9:00-3:30 *This camp is open to incoming LHP PreK students and PreK campers throughout our community. *All campers must be four years old prior to September 1, 2023. Non-incoming LHP PreK campers must show proof of age (birth certificate, etc.) prior to the start of camp. *All PreK campers must be potty-trained.   Highlander Day Camp (K-6)  Lower, Middle & Upper Camps:  Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer challenging themselves to explore new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Campers are placed into age appropriate “cabin groups” led by a college-aged camp counselor, and additional Highlander staff who will be an amazing role model to your child. Camp groups will rotate through a weekly schedule of over twenty-five different activities such as: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Beads, Bingo, Capture-the-Flag, Football, Gym Games, Kickball, Lanyards, Karaoke, Rock Climbing, Scavenger Hunts, Shrinky Dinks, Special Events, Wacky Water Games, Waterslides, Yoga, and more!  Due to the limited number of campers allowed in the pool each day, groups will be rotating days between the LHP pool and other water activities. With so many activities, no two weeks are the same!    M-F | 9:00-3:30   Highlander Day Camp PM (2nd-6th)  Highlander Day Camp PM is only available to campers who are registered for a half-day morning specialty or sports camp to create a full-day experience. Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program.  M-F | 11:45-3:30   Introduction to PreKindergarten (PK)  Experience the joys of LHPS’s PreKindergarten. Students will become familiar with the LHPS pre-k classrooms, campus, and routines. The children will create theme-related projects and participate in theme-related activities. New friendships will be established through socialization activities in the classroom, on the courtyard, and on the playground.  M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher *All Intro to Pre-K campers must be potty-trained.* *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for all weeks (1,2,3, 4 and/or 6).* *This program is open to all new LHP students entering PreKindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.*   Introduction to First Grade (1st) Welcome to First Grade! New and returning LHP students will delight in this weeklong course full of fun as they discover every aspect of First Grade. Themed activities will concentrate on spelling, reading, math and writing to prepare for greater success during the upcoming school year. We will also swim in the LHP pool. Come meet some new friends and be ready for the upcoming school year!  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher The content is the same as Week 4 and students should not register for both weeks. This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering First Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.   Introduction to Second Grade (2nd) Please join us for an orientation to Second Grade. LHP students will be engaged in interactive activities and games to help prepare for a successful transition to Second Grade. We will review math, language arts, and handwriting. Students will enjoy working individually and in small groups. We’ll also visit the LHP pool and playground during the week. This will be a fun engaging week for students and informative too. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher The content is the same as Week 4 and students should not register for both weeks. This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Second Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.   Introduction to Third Grade (3rd) Students will enjoy language arts and math activities that support their excitement for discovery and investigation while promoting valuable strategies and habits needed for academic success. Students will be introduced to third grade routines. We will build community through Morning Meeting, structured games, and fun, hands-on activities. Enrichment activities will encourage creative problem solving and continued, individualized development of academic skills. We’ll also visit the LHP pool and playground during the week.   **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher The content is the same as Week 4 and students should not register for both weeks. This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Third Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.   Introduction to Fourth Grade (4th) Your Fourth Grade adventure starts here! Build confidence by practicing important time management tips, organizational skills, and test-taking strategies. Expectations for specific content areas are shared and effective study tips for success are demonstrated. Students are given quality time to work with iPads, multiple apps, and websites used in the school year. Summer math and reading requirements are discussed; setting goals for completing prior to the start of the new school year. Math skills are sharpened through the use of games and technology. Reading comprehension strategies are practiced. Creative writing talents are fine-tuned as students practice the writing process used by great writers and authors. We’ll also visit the LHP pool and playground during the week.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher The content is the same as Week 4 and students should not register for both weeks. This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Fourth Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.   Introduction to Fifth Grade (5th) Join us and begin preparing for a successful Fifth Grade year! From the moment students enter camp they will be immersed in the ways of Fifth Grade. Students will explore their new classroom environment, learn procedures, and practice organizational skills. Each day students will practice using specific technology programs that will be used throughout the school year. Students will preview Math 5 through the use of games and technology, as well as have daily check points discussing the summer reading assignments. Come spend a week with us making new friends, swimming in the LHPS pool, and learning the ways of Fifth Grade! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher The content is the same as Week 4 and students should not register for both weeks. This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Fifth Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.   Introduction to Sixth Grade (6th) Enjoy your first week as a Sixth Grader during one of these fun and interactive summer classes. We will introduce you to life in the Sixth Grade Center with exciting academic activities, team-building games, and even a campus scavenger hunt. You will gain an understanding of the academic curriculum while learning study and time-management tips for success.  Whether you are a returning or new LHP student, this is a great opportunity to prepare for success in Sixth Grade, get ahead of the game, and make new friends at LHP! We will also swim in the LHP pool! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by a grade level teacher The content is the same as Week 4 and students should not register for both weeks. This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Sixth Grade for the 2023-2024 school year.   Kindergarten Highlights (K)  This is a great opportunity for children to enhance their academic skills and meet new friends. Let’s Go Camping (Week 3) and A Week at the Beach (Week 6) are the respective themes for language arts and math activities that are enhanced with literature, art, music, computers and outdoor activities. We will also visit the LHP pool. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Sue Koch and Patti Exum *Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and/or 6).   Money Math & My First Food Truck (3rd-6th)  Money Math (am) – This innovative foundation on financial literacy serves as a practical math lab where campers learn and reinforce computational skills, while developing a mindset for healthy financial habits. From playing money math games to learning about budgeting through engaging activities, campers have fun while they enhance their “real life” math skills! My First Food Truck (pm) – Campers select a food theme, choose an ideal location, identify target customers, design appealing menus, and form a comprehensive business plan covering strategy, marketing, operations and finance, including capital-raising needs.  Activities include drafting mission statements, setting prices, estimating expenses and learning key financial metrics. This program offers a tasty way to develop business savvy! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Samantha Wheeler   Pen Craft / Day Camp (2nd-5th) Pen Craft (am)- Through discovery and play, students K-2nd will develop and strengthen fine motor skills that support movement and coordination for academic success!  Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program.  **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Ellery Scherrer (am) / HDC Staff (pm) The content is the same as Week 4 and campers should not register for both weeks.   Princess Power: Caring, Courage & Kindness (K-3rd) Are you caring like Snow White, forgiving as Cinderella? Do you treasure knowledge and accept others like Belle? Do you respect nature and possess strength like Pocahontas or work hard and persevere like Tiana? Are you brave like Mulan?  Through stories, sharing, crafts and cooking, we will discover, strengthen and celebrate the princess in each of us. **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Wendy Fogg and Blair Childers The content is the same as Week 4 and students should not register for both weeks.   Saturday Night Live! (5th-8th) An exciting performance camp where you’ll pitch ideas, write, and perform a sketch comedy show in one week – just like the pros on SNL. Camp culminates in a performance on Friday afternoon (ok, so it’s not quite “Saturday Night”). Hone your creative writing skills and your performance chops with this whirlwind, creative camp. Live from Maxwell Hall – it’s Saturday Night! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Taylor Ferrera   Soccer Camp- coed (1st-3rd)  Join us for an exciting week of soccer at our Highlander Summer Soccer Camp! Our experienced coaches will teach the fundamentals of the game, including dribbling, passing, and shooting, while also promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. In addition to on-field instruction, we’ll also have fun off-field activities to keep campers engaged and active. This camp is open to players of all skill levels and is the perfect opportunity for young players to improve their skills and have fun in a safe and supportive environment. Sign up now and get ready to score some goals this summer! M-F | 8:45-11:45 Taught by FC Highland *This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).* *This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.*   Star Wars Jedi Training Academy (K-1st) Come join other Star Wars-loving friends as we embark on a galactic journey as Jedi in training. Throughout the week, each young Jedi will create their own force-inspired crafts. Star Wars games, activities and stories will be woven into each fun-filled day! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Jennifer Neldner The content will repeat in Week 7 and students should not register for both weeks.     Summer Strummers: Intermediate Ukulele (3rd-6th) One week.  Four strings.  Strum this summer at Ukulele Camp.  This camp is for you if you have taken a semester of ukulele as a fifth grader, have previously attended an after school Ukulele Academy or did Summer Strummers last summer.  You will review the chords you know and learn many more, do more complicated strumming patterns and explore more finger picking.  To mix things up and keep your fingers from being sore, you will play outside, have pool time and do some crafts.  A fun, creative way to rock a week! **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.** M-F | 9:00-3:30 Taught by Margaret Smith   Tennis Camp- coed (2nd-6th) Welcome to Highlander Summer Tennis Camp!  During our week with your child, we will be teaching all the fundamentals of tennis. Depending on the tennis level of  their tennis, beginner or intermediate, each student will be placed in a group accordingly.  To supplement our training, we also include fun tennis games and good sportsmanship.  We hope each of our summer tennis campers will take with them, a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime!  We hope to see you this summer!   M-F | 8:45-11:45 Taught by Hadas Ronen-Vazquez *Campers may register for multiple weeks (1,2,3,4,6, and/or 7).* *Campers may bring their own racquet or may borrow one. Borrowed racquets will be cleaned at the end of each day.* *This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.* *This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*   Volleyball Camp- coed (2nd-7th) Join the LHPS Volleyball coaching staff and the Girls and Boys Varsity players for a week full of fun and games. Fundamentals, skill development, and team strategies will be emphasized. Skill groups will be formed to accommodate both the beginner and more advanced player. Players should be dressed in athletic clothing including socks and sneakers. Each player will be given a team shirt made at camp.   M-F | 8:45-11:45 Taught by Katie Gallagher *This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY) for those campers in 2nd-6th grade.

Week 7 (July 17-21)

 

Adventures with STEAM / Day Camp (1st-2nd)

Adventures with STEAM (am)- Calling all junior engineers in Grades 1&2…Please join me for an Adventure with STEAM! This class will be off to the tropical jungle! Toucans, snakes and other fun creatures that live in the rainforest and other tropical locations will be the focus of our week. We will create some canvas paintings of our favorite animals and some fun other birds and snakes too.  We will design a great habitat from cardboard for all the creations to live in as they travel home for the rest of the summer with your student.  

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Belle Warren (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (3 and/or 7).

 

Ahoy Mateys! (K-1st) 

Yo, Ho! Let’s Go! It’s the pirates’ life for us! We will read about pirates, dress like pirates, hunt for buried treasure, and make lots of pirate crafts! You will dive for treasure while swimming in Lake Highland’s “clear, blue sea.” We will even make model pirate ships to sail! Shiver me timbers!  

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Dorothy Boone and Patti Gordon

The content is the same as Week 1 and students should not register for both weeks.

 

 

 

Biking Buddies (2nd-5th) 

Biking Buddies is a chance for students to explore the Orlando area by bicycle. We will ride to different locations, such as parks, playgrounds, and other fun stops. We will cover bicycle safety in a fun way that promotes fitness and being outdoors.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Drew Shaner

**Must be riding a bike independently without training wheels.**

 

Cheerleading Camp (1st-6th) 

Got Spirit? If so, then this is the camp for you! Spend time with LHP cheerleaders as we cheer, jump, dance, tumble, and stunt. Throughout the week, teams of similar age campers work on developing a cheerleading routine to present in a show for families and friends on Friday! Every day also includes games, crafts, and swimming. Campers attending must wear comfortable clothes, athletic shoes, and bring a drink and snack each day. 

 **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Stephanie Bingle

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (4 and 7), if they would like to do so.*

*This camp is held at the Charles Clayton Campus on Mills Avenue.*

 

Core Golf  / Day Camp (1st–2nd) 

Core Golf (am)- Core Kids Golf teaches children golf, athleticism, and life skills in a safe and fun holistic learning environment, with beginner-oriented golf equipment. During these half-day golf camps, children will learn foundational golf skills such as full swing, putting, chipping, and pitching. Along with golf skills, children will learn how to become better athletes and valuable life skills such as respect, sportsmanship, and perseverance.

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Core Golf (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (5 and 7), if they would like to do so.*

 

Culinary Kids / Day Camp (2nd-3rd) 

Culinary Kids – We are not a Cooking Club but a STEM certified hands-on culinary program that explores different types of ingredients, foods, and culinary cultures from around the world in a fun learning environment.  We are the only STEM Certified Culinary program worldwide which helps reinforce school taught math and science with everyday applications through cooking and how chemical functions and math of each play in recipes. 

 

Our classes help students develop their knowledge behind the food and have successfully opened minds and pallets to a variety of healthy foods (yes, even vegetables!).  For children who love to eat, we help them learn more about the history, culture, and science behind the ingredients in creating amazing healthy dishes.  For those that are a bit finicky with food, we help open their minds to tasting new ingredients by exposing them to flavors and creating something tasty and fun with their class and receiving a “Taster Pin” for each new item. This simple reward and reinforcement program helps encourage exploration with food and flavors. 

 

Head Chef Zelen has had the honor to be a chef at the world-renowned James Beard House in New York City, she was also honored as a Chef de Chaine (only 2000 worldwide) with the exclusive Chaine des Rotisseurs (the oldest worldwide foodies organization from 1248 AD), and she has spent countless hours working on charity events centered around fine dining like the United Way Chef’s Gala. Her work has received numerous accolades in many national and local publications and television programs.

 

Her career has spanned many decades at many notable restaurants, resorts and companies. Most recently she was Director of Bakery Operations for 4 Rivers Smokehouse, The Coop and Central Bakery. She was also the Department Chair of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Orlando becoming the first female to hold a lead department position at the college. She is the previous owner of the American Brownie Co. Inc., which she opened in 2003 and was prominently featured on the Food Network show Unwrapped. 

 

To read her full biography and an expanded description of the camp click here.

To view the Culinary Kids website, click here.

 

*Lastly, we understand the seriousness of food allergies, and our professional chefs know how to handle them properly and safely. 

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Culinary Kids (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

 

 

eSports: Elevated Gaming (3rd-5th) 

Get ready for an unforgettable week of gaming fun! This eSports summer camp is designed for kids who love playing video games and want to take their skills to the next level. The campers will be playing on a Nintendo Switch provided by the school while they are at camp. We will be playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and other age-appropriate games. You’ll get to spend your days playing your favorite games, learning new gaming strategies, making new friends who also love gaming, and working with a team to win big. When we need a break from the digital world, campers will participate in Lego challenges and strategy puzzles. 

 **Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Brandon Goodman

*Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for both weeks (2 and/or 7).*

 

 

Flight & Space Adventures (5th-8th) 

Learn about the science, history, engineering and careers of aviation and space exploration. This camp will include in-depth explorations, hands-on builds and activities, and science experiments. Campers will also take a field trip to the Kennedy Space Center (daily ticket cost included in camp price) and to Orlando Executive Airport.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Cindy Price-Miller

 

Forensic Files (3rd-5th) 

Are you a diligent detective? Can you work with your teammates to find the clues before the camp ends? Work with others to find hidden information, crack secret codes, interview witnesses, and learn deductive techniques to help you gather information. We will use scientific forensic techniques and our powers of observation to learn about solving crimes. See how your deductive skills stack up as you race against other teams to solve the clues.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Heather Walker

 

FROZEN in Summer (K-3rd) 

Do you wanna to build a snowman? Are you worth melting for? Do you feel like it’s time to Let It Go? If so, then come join us for a Big Summer Blowout as we explore the magic and fun of FROZEN. Through stories, crafts and cooking, we will have some frozen fun in summer. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Wendy Fogg and Blair Childers

The content is the same as Week 2 and campers should not register for both.

 

Highlander Day Camp (PK) 

PK Camp: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer exploring new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Our Lower Camp group will be rising PreK campers led by a certified teacher and other Highlander staff. This group will move together through a weekly schedule of over twenty age-appropriate activities such as:  Arts and Crafts, Beads, Bingo, Gym Games, Karaoke, Outdoor Sports, PE games, Scavenger Hunts, Storytelling, Yoga and more! PK Camp will also have a designated time period for outside water-play each day. 

M-F | 9:00-3:30

*This camp is open to incoming LHP PreK students and PreK campers throughout our community.

*All campers must be four years old prior to September 1, 2023. Non-incoming LHP PreK campers must show proof of age (birth certificate, etc.) prior to the start of camp.

*All PreK campers must be potty-trained.

 

Highlander Day Camp (K-6) 

Lower, Middle & Upper Camps: 

Highlander Day Camp is a place where campers spend an exciting summer challenging themselves to explore new interests, building new friendships, and being an integral part of their groups’ success. Campers are placed into age appropriate “cabin groups” led by a college-aged camp counselor, and additional Highlander staff who will be an amazing role model to your child. Camp groups will rotate through a weekly schedule of over twenty-five different activities such as: Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Beads, Bingo, Capture-the-Flag, Football, Gym Games, Kickball, Lanyards, Karaoke, Rock Climbing, Scavenger Hunts, Shrinky Dinks, Special Events, Wacky Water Games, Waterslides, Yoga, and more! 

Due to the limited number of campers allowed in the pool each day, groups will be rotating days between the LHP pool and other water activities. With so many activities, no two weeks are the same!   

M-F | 9:00-3:30

 

 

Highlander Day Camp PM (2nd-6th) 

Highlander Day Camp PM is only available to campers who are registered for a half-day morning specialty or sports camp to create a full-day experience. Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

M-F | 11:45-3:30

 

Hogwarts’ Adventure (3rd-8th) 

All campers must be enrolled by 6/19 due to the ordering of park tickets.

A magical week-long event is planned! For five fun “Muggle-free” days, you will learn “The Hogwarts Way”, wand making, potions, and care of magical creatures. Enjoy Quidditch Matches, Defense against the Dark Arts, Charms, and many hands-on Harry Potter activities! Lessons will be derived from all of the books. Even if you have not read the books, you are welcome to join! Wizards will also travel to Universal Studios/Island of Adventure one day during the week (daily ticket cost included in camp price).

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by JP Gainza

The content is the same as Week 4 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Introduction to Kindergarten (K) 

Enjoy a week with Kindergarten friends while engaging in themed daily activities that reinforce basic skills. Language Arts and mathematics will be emphasized, along with literature, art, music, technology, stem activities and outdoor play. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by a grade level teacher

Content will not be repeated, so campers may sign up for all weeks (1 and 2, 4 and 5, and/or 7).

This program is open to all returning and new LHP students entering Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 school year.

 

 

Math Energizer (4th) (5th) (6th)

New and returning students are invited to learn, practice, and fine-tune Singapore math strategies that are needed for solving real-world problems. New students will learn and practice the strategies presented in previous grades; they will be well-prepared for the instruction and expectations of the new school year. Returning students will be able to continue their practice of strategies in order to deepen their understanding and utilize these strategies with greater efficiency.  The Singapore problem-solving strategies will be taught, practiced, and reviewed through the CPA (concrete-pictorial-abstract) approach in which students first develop conceptual understanding with manipulatives, then transfer these understandings to number bonds or bar models and traditional expressions or equations. In conjunction with the math instruction, habits and attitudes such as reasoning, communication, perseverance, and self-regulation of thinking are encouraged.

M-F | 9:00-11:45

Taught by a grade level teacher

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*

 

Pencil Play / Day Camp  (K-2nd) 

Pencil Play (am)- art, skill and manner of handwriting for students K-2nd will be addressed through fine motor and visual perceptual skills. Strengthen letter formation and sizing skills through crafts, games and play! 

Highlander Day Camp (pm)- Campers will participate in their morning camp until 11:45 a.m., enjoy lunch, and then participate in the Highlander Day Camp scheduled activities until 3:30 p.m. You may view the complete Day Camp description above under the full-day program. 

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Ellery Scherrer (am) / HDC Staff (pm)

The content is the same as Week 2 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Robotics Camp: FIRST LEGO League  (4th-6th) 

Join the LS robotics coaches as we take you through a competitive robotics mini-season! Students in this camp will practice and strengthen their skills as they divide into teams and tackle a previous season’s FIRST LEGO League challenge. Students will be asked to build and program a robot, create an innovation project that solves a real-world problem, and participate in challenging team building activities — just like we do during the school year. This camp is a great opportunity for any student who is interested in joining any competitive robotics team for the first time this upcoming school year, or any returning robotics student who would like to learn some new skills for the new season. 

LHP Students:

Please note that participation in this camp does not guarantee acceptance to the robotics team during the 2023-24 school year. Acceptance to the competitive team for the 2023-24 season will be determined based on an application process which begins in the first few weeks of the school year.

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Dominic Canora

The content is the same as Week 2 and campers should not register for both weeks.

 

Soccer Camp- coed (2nd-5th) 

Join us for an exciting week of soccer at our Highlander Summer Soccer Camp! Our experienced coaches will teach the fundamentals of the game, including dribbling, passing, and shooting, while also promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. In addition to on-field instruction, we’ll also have fun off-field activities to keep campers engaged and active. This camp is open to players of all skill levels and is the perfect opportunity for young players to improve their skills and have fun in a safe and supportive environment. Sign up now and get ready to score some goals this summer!

M-F | 8:45-11:45

Taught by FC Highland

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*

*This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.*

*Campers may sign up for both weeks (5 and/or 7), if they would like to do so.

 

Star Wars Jedi Training Academy (K-1st)

Come join other Star Wars-loving friends as we embark on a galactic journey as Jedi in training. Throughout the week, each young Jedi will create their own force-inspired crafts. Star Wars games, activities and stories will be woven into each fun-filled day!

**Campers will visit the LHP pool on a rotating schedule throughout the week.**

M-F | 9:00-3:30

Taught by Jennifer Neldner

The content is the same as Week 6 and students should not register for both weeks.

 

Tennis Camp- coed (2nd-6th)

Welcome to Highlander Summer Tennis Camp!  During our week with your child, we will be teaching all the fundamentals of tennis. Depending on the tennis level of  their tennis, beginner or intermediate, each student will be placed in a group accordingly.  To supplement our training, we also include fun tennis games and good sportsmanship.  We hope each of our summer tennis campers will take with them, a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime!  We hope to see you this summer!  

M-F | 8:45-11:45

Taught by Hadas Ronen-Vazquez

*Campers may register for multiple weeks (1,2,3,4,6, and/or 7).*

*Campers may bring their own racquet or may borrow one. Borrowed racquets will be cleaned at the end of each day.*

*This camp is held at the Lake Highland Athletic Complex on Brookhaven Drive.*

*This camp is eligible to be combined with Highlander Day Camp (PM ONLY).*