Academic Adventures

Babysitter Boot Camp gives girls the opportunity to build confidence, have fun, and gain real-world skills while completing the American Red Cross Babysitter Training Course and earning certification in Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED. Campers will learn the essential skills needed to become safe, responsible, and successful babysitters. Through hands-on activities, role-playing, and creative projects, girls explore real-life scenarios while building knowledge in safety and emergency procedures, first aid, caring for children of all ages, problem-solving, communication, and professionalism—including how to start and manage their own babysitting business. Daily themed activities—such as a Baby Care Lab, babysitting kit crafting, activity creation, snack prep workshops, storytime practice, CPR and first aid simulations, and a marketing mini-studio—bring learning to life. A special project invites each camper to create a personalized babysitter binder, business cards, and other professional materials. By the end of the week, every camper will leave with nationally recognized certifications, a ready-to-use babysitting portfolio, helpful family resources, and increased confidence and leadership skills—making this the perfect camp for girls who love working with children and want to become the best babysitter on the block!

Campers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle each day.

Camp Director: Mrs. Christina Actis, Health and Physical Education Teacher

Get ready to dive into the exciting world of photography with a hands-on, engaging camp designed to teach the fundamentals of using a Single-Lense Reflex (SLR) camera. Indoor and outdoor sessions will help students learn how to compose great photos, master basic camera settings and capture stunning images in both controlled and natural environments. They'll also explore creative concepts such as lighting, framing and storytelling through photography, all while building their technical skills and confidence behind the lens. Campers will also learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop and photo editing. Professional-style digital cameras will be provided for use during this camp but if campers prefer, they can bring their own. Each of the two sessions will cover similar concepts but will provide different activities for those who have previously taken this camp or would like to attend both sessions.

Campers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle each day.

Set off on a flavorful journey around the globe! Each day of camp transports young chefs to a new country, where they’ll dive into rich culinary traditions and create an authentic dish from scratch. Guided by Chef Emily—a passionate food entrepreneur, seasoned chef, philanthropist and SJA alumna—campers will chop, stir, sauté and taste their way through an international menu. Campers will also build confidence in kitchen safety, practice thoughtful table etiquette and master essential culinary techniques. Every creation is theirs to proudly take home, along with designed recipe cards so they can recreate each dish for family and friends. The week culminates in an exciting “Around the World” showcase, where families are invited to sample their creations and celebrate their culinary voyage. A fun, flavorful, hands-on adventure that will inspire curiosity, creativity and love of cooking!

Campers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle each day.

Camp Director: Chef Ms. Emily Del Greco Campion '10, Food Entrepreneur and Professional Chef

The Engineering & Design Honors Program presents an innovative summer camp that will inspire girls to invent, program and create! Held in Saint Joseph Academy’s Howley Makerspace innovation lab, campers will be immersed in each of the STEAM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) throughout the week. Girls will learn the basics of creative design with laser engraving and cutting, vinyl printing and cutting, transforming 2D designs to 3D and Robotics in a hands-on learning environment. The camp fosters a culture of creativity and innovation while providing space to explore technology through collaboration with new friends. This year, there will be a parent/guardian showcase on the final day of camp. Get ready to be engaged in summer STEAM fun!

Campers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle each day.

Camp Director: Mr. Bryce Ormiston, Engineering Teacher and Department Chair

For students passionate about music, singing, dance and the arts, this camp offers an exciting performance experience! Campers will develop their vocal skills, creativity, confidence and stage presence by experiencing the process of putting on a show beginning with the audition process and culminating in a final performance for family and friends on the last day of camp. This year, we are excited to invite boys to join the camp. Both camp sessions will cover the same content, so please register for only one session.

Campers are encouraged to bring a refillable water bottle each day.

Camp Directors: Mrs. Anne Ising, Performing Arts Teacher and Theater Director and Mrs. Hilary Watts, Performing Arts Teacher and Vocal Music & Dance