St. Paul Summer
St. Paul Christian Academy summer camps run for eight weeks during the months of May, June, and July. St. Paul Summer offers camps to children ages 4-12 and most programs are open to the entire Nashville community. Registration is now open! Use the drop-down menus below to browse and register. Have questions? Contact Kevin Connelly, Summer Camp Director. We can't wait to see you this summer!
St. Paul Summer 2024
- Week of May 20
- Week of May 27
- Week of June 3
- Week of June 10
- Week of June 17
- Week of July 8
- Week of July 15
- Week of July 22
- Week of July 29
Week of May 20
Tree Tops Adventure Camp
Instructors: Emily Carletello & Josh Ledyard
Dates: Monday, May 20 to Thursday, May 23
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising K-3rd
Look no further if you seek an unforgettable outdoor adventure and exploration camp. We are taking our popular St. Paul Adventure Camp and bringing it to Tree Tops. Each day, campers will be bused to our Tree Tops campus for a spiritual experience of learning, sports, and adventure! Compete in epic games, go on wooded adventures and channel that inner explorer in this four-day camp. It's sure to be one of the most memorable weeks of the summer!
One Crazy Camp
Instructors: Cheryl Phillips & Bobby Huff
Dates: Monday, May 20 to Thursday, May 23
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising 3rd-7th
Join us for a crazy week of camp filled with sports, games, crafts, and more! Each day will balance indoor and outdoor activities and fun themes such as sports, color, water, and glow! So come make memories with us at “One Crazy Camp.”
Super Summer Camp
Instructors: Katie Holliday & Shannon Mizell
Dates: Monday, May 20 to Thursday, May 23
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising 5th-7th
Join Shannon Mizell and Katie Holiday to kick off your summer with fun and adventure, while also learning and growing. Students will explore a different local outdoor site for outdoor activity each day, fostering a love for nature and outdoor learning. They will then return to school to make and enjoy a homemade summer treat, learning about cooking and teamwork. Each day will also include fun activities like kickball, games, and even a slip-and-slide obstacle course on the final day of camp, for rising 5th-7th graders, including this year’s graduates.
Morning Camps
JK Play (JK)
JK Play Camp
Instructors: Emily Yanes & Anna Morgan
Dates: Monday, May 20 to Thursday, May 23
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising JK
JK Play Camp is a fun week full of crafts, games, outdoor play, and more! This is a wonderful way for incoming junior kindergarten students to get to know some of the teachers and the campus and start making friendships with their future classmates.
Week of May 27
Adventure Camp
Instructors: Alex & Michelle Florez
Dates: Tuesday, May 28 to Friday, May 31
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising JK-3rd
Embark on a unique adventure camp experience! Engage in thrilling games like capturing the flag on campus, explore the world through virtual reality trips, and venture into the woods to discover new places. This four-day camp promises to be a highlight of your child's summer!
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Morning Camps
Basketball (4th-6th)
Basketball Camp
Instructors: Jonathan Barfield & Laquanda Gooch
Dates: Tuesday, May 28 to Friday, May 31
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 4th-6th
Keep your basketball skills fresh this summer, get in extra practice, and have fun all at the same time. This camp is structured to work on skills, teamwork, and decision-making through drills, competitions, and scrimmages. Coach Barfield and Coach Quandie will meet campers at their ability level and push them toward the next level. Campers should come ready to work hard and have fun!
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Week of June 3
Tree Tops Adventure Camp
Instructors: Emily Carletello & Josh Ledyard
Dates: Monday, June 3 to Thursday, June 6
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising K-3rd
Look no further if you're looking for an unforgettable outdoor adventure and exploration camp. We are taking our popular St. Paul Adventure Camp and bringing it to Tree Tops. Each day, campers will be bused to our Tree Tops campus for a spiritual experience of learning, sports, and adventure! Compete in epic games, go on wooded adventures and channel that inner explorer in this four-day camp. It's sure to be one of the most memorable weeks of the summer!
Morning Camps
JK Play (JK)
JK Play Camp
Instructors: Emily Yanes & Anna Morgan
Dates: Monday, June 3 to Thursday, June 6
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising JK
JK Play Camp is a fun week full of crafts, games, outdoor play, and more! This is a wonderful way for incoming junior kindergarten students to get to know some of the teachers and the campus and start making friendships with their future classmates.
Princess (JK-1st)
Princess Camp
Instructor: Sarah Mitchell
Dates: Monday, June 3 to Thursday, June 6
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising JK-1st (Must be four years old by the start of camp)
Hear ye, Hear ye…
Gowns, Crowns, and Castles, too,
Nothing short of a royal time will do!
Princess stories and crafts galore,
Will have you sparkling and wanting more!
Test Taking Strategies (6th)
Test-Taking Strategies (June: Week One)
Instructor: Cheryl Phillips
Dates: Monday, June 3 to Friday, June 7
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 6th
This two-week course will allow your child to practice taking the ISEE test and evaluating their strengths and weak areas. The course will focus on assessment content areas and allow the students to reassess their strengths and weaknesses at the end of the course. This course will be a great way for the students to go into their 6th-grade year, identifying the areas to work on before taking assessments for next-level schools.
Please note that this course does not replace the ISEE course offered through St. Paul during your child's 6th-grade year. It is, however, a valuable opportunity to identify and work on areas before the ISEE prep course. We strongly recommend that your child attends the entire course across both weeks to benefit fully from the class.
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Afternoon Camps
Create a Canvas (1st-6th)
Create-a-Canvas Art Camp
Instructor(s): Caroline Patton
Dates: Monday, June 3 to Thursday, June 6
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 1st-6th
Embark on a week of artistic adventure with Mrs. Patton! Your child will create a stunning 24x24 canvas featuring a picture collage of themselves or an abstract painting. They'll also get to explore various mixed-media projects and crafts, all in a vibrant, fun-filled environment. It's a week that promises to be full of color, a little mess, and, most importantly, fun!
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Showtime Performing Arts (2nd-5th)
Showtime Performing Arts Camp
Instructors: Music Studio Staff
Dates: Monday, June 3 to Thursday, June 6
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 2nd-5th
This camp is great for students who love acting, singing, and dancing! Students will work on age-appropriate monologues and fun, collaborative pieces. Students learn choreography from a Broadway musical and gain self-confidence through movement. Students are also coached as they learn a Broadway musical song while working on technique and early fundamentals. Confidence will grow as students rehearse and collaborate with others in creative ways.
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Week of June 10
Fun Camp
Instructors: Jessica Williams & Molly Nickels
Dates: Monday, June 10 to Thursday, June 13
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising 4th-6th
St. Paul Fun Camp will be all about...FUN! Join Mrs. Williams and Miss Nickels for games like balloon basketball, capture the flag, catch the cane, charades, and more. Boys and girls will engage in active games like egg toss, use their imagination, collaborate, and have a blast with friends! This four-day co-ed camp will foster new friendships and strengthen old ones. On Thursday, we will end the camp with a field trip! Additional information and field trip costs will be provided closer to the start of camp.
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Morning Camps
All Sports (K-3rd)
All-Sports Camp
Instructor: Kevin Connelly
Dates: Monday, June 10 to Thursday, June 13
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising K-3rd
Campers will learn and review skills related to all sports, such as throwing, catching, kicking, and dribbling. Basketball, football, soccer, and hockey will be among the many sports activities offered at this camp. Other games and activities will include dodgeball, tag-style, and chasing & fleeing games. Interactive drills will include engaging agility and speed training. No equipment is required from the campers for this non-competitive camp.
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Test Taking Strategies (6th)
Test-Taking Strategies (June: Week Two)
Instructor: Cheryl Phillips
Dates: Monday, June 10 to Friday, June 14
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 6th
This two-week course will allow your child to practice taking the ISEE test and evaluating their strengths and weak areas. The course will focus on assessment content areas and allow the students to reassess their strengths and weaknesses at the end of the course. This course will be a great way for the students to go into their 6th-grade year, identifying the areas to work on before taking assessments for next-level schools.
Please understand that the full benefit of this course can only be realized if your child attends the entire course across both weeks. We strongly recommend this to ensure your child's comprehensive understanding and preparation for the ISEE test.
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Afternoon Camps
Cupcakes & Crafts (K-6th)
Cupcakes & Crafts Camp
Instructor: Cheryl Phillips
Dates: Monday, June 10 to Thursday, June 13
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising K-6th
This camp is all about creativity! The campers will create masterpieces as they transform an ordinary cupcake into an animal or a high-heeled shoe using various treats and frosting. They will also make crafts like homemade sugar scrubs, paint masterpieces using shaving cream, and other fun crafts. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get creative!
Math Readiness (3rd)
3rd Grade Math Readiness Camp
Instructor: Will Mitchell
Dates: Monday, June 10 to Thursday, June 13
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 3rd
Are you ready to cross math summer work off your to-do list? Join Mr. Mitchell as we knock out our summer work packet together, reinforce math skills learned over the school year, and practice some concepts for the upcoming 3rd grade year. Don’t worry; we’ll play plenty of math games to ensure we have plenty of fun along the way.
STEM Club (1st-3rd)
STEM Club Camp
Instructor: Josh Ledyard
Dates: Monday, June 10 to Thursday, June 13
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 1st-3rd
Join the STEM Club and get ready for a hands-on learning experience! Led by Mr. Ledyard, you'll have the chance to conduct thrilling science experiments, go on virtual field trips, build unique contraptions and structures, create your own coding patterns, and much more! Plus, you'll get to take home your very own STEM projects to continue the learning at home!
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Week of June 17
Adventure Camp
Instructors: Alex & Michelle Florez
Dates: Monday, June 17 to Thursday, June 20
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising JK-3rd
Embark on a unique journey of learning, sports, and adventure at our Adventure Camp! Engage in thrilling games of capture the flag on our campus, explore the world through virtual reality, and venture into the St. Paul Tree Tops Campus. This four-day camp promises to be a highlight of your child's summer!
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Chess Camp
Instructors: William Dean & Vishal Parikh
Dates: Monday, June 17 to Thursday, June 20
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising 1st-6th
Join Montgomery Bell Academy graduating seniors William Dean (St. Paul alum) and Vishi Parikh for St. Paul's summer chess camp! Back for their second year, William and Vishi are both experienced chess players and coaches and are excited to incorporate a mixture of lessons, free play, tournaments, and time outside each day. This camp is open to rising 1st-6th graders. They look forward to providing a fun and educational experience for your kids!
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Morning Camps
Math Madness (6th)
Math Madness Camp
Instructor: Amy Stone
Dates: Monday, June 17 to Thursday, June 20
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 6th
We will complete all our assigned math summer work, prepare for 6th-grade math and teaching styles, and begin preparing for ISEE (the 7th-grade entrance test)!
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Afternoon Camps
Grammar (6th)
Grammar Camp
Instructor(s): Anne Smith
Dates: Monday, June 17 to Thursday, June 20
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 6th
Rising sixth-grade students will review and reinforce their grammar skills in preparation for their final year at St. Paul. Emphasis will be placed on subjects, predicates, and sentence structure. Students will focus on the parts of speech by analyzing and diagramming sentences. Finally, they will practice writing with attention to the rules of capitalization, punctuation, and the use of quotations.
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Inklings Writing Workshop (4th)
Inklings Writing Workshop Camp
Instructor(s): Monica Gurley
Dates: Monday, June 17 to Thursday, June 20
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 4th
This summer, students will participate in the writing process in an engaging, meaningful way. Students will gain confidence in their writing and learn to express their ideas better by examining mentor texts, working in small groups, and receiving encouragement and feedback on their writing as they create a writing notebook. We will experiment with both creative and essay writing and have fun in the process. Plus, we’ll devote some time to completing one of the students' writing assignments over the summer!
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Wild About Words (5th)
Wild About Words Camp
Instructor(s): Katie Holliday
Dates: Monday, June 17 to Thursday, June 20
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 5th
Let’s have fun with grammar! Rising 5th-grade students will review and reinforce their grammar skills in preparation for 5th grade at St. Paul. Students will play games to focus on the parts of speech, sentence structure, and diagramming! Additionally, students will complete the grammar and writing summer work packet.
Week of July 8
Barefoot Republic Camp
Instructors: Barefoot Republic Counselors
Dates: Monday, July 8 to Thursday, July 11
Time: 9 to 4 p.m.
Grades: Rising K-6th
St. Paul is partnering with Barefoot Republic to offer an immersive camp experience on our campus to St. Paul students and children from the broader Nashville community. This Christ-centered camp will be focused on fun but also team building, collaboration, and partnering with children who make up God's full kingdom.
Week of July 15
Fun Camp
Instructors: Jessica Williams & Molly Nickels
Dates: Monday, July 15 to Thursday, July 18
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Grades: Rising 1st-3rd
St. Paul Fun Camp will be all about...FUN! Join Mrs. Williams and Miss Nickels for games like balloon basketball, capture the flag, catch the cane, charades, and more. Boys and girls will engage in active games like egg toss, use their imagination, collaborate, and have a blast with friends! This four-day co-ed camp will foster new friendships and strengthen old ones. On Thursday, we will end the camp with a field trip! Additional information and field trip cost will be provided closer to the start of camp.
Register Here
Morning Camps
Grammar (6th)
Grammar Camp
Instructor(s): Anne Smith
Dates: Monday, July 15 to Thursday, July 18
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 6th
Rising sixth-grade students will review and reinforce their grammar skills in preparation for their final year at St. Paul. Emphasis will be placed on subjects, predicates, and sentence structure. Students will focus on the parts of speech by analyzing and diagramming sentences. Finally, they will practice writing with attention to the rules of capitalization, punctuation, and the use of quotations.
Math Readiness (2nd)
2nd Grade Math Readiness Camp
Instructor: Will Mitchell
Dates: Monday, July 15 to Thursday, July 18
Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 2nd
Are you ready to cross math summer work off your to-do list? Join Mr. Mitchell as we knock out our summer work packet together, reinforce math skills learned over the school year, and practice some concepts for the upcoming 2nd grade year. Don’t worry; we’ll play plenty of math games to ensure we have plenty of fun along the way.
Wild About Words (5th)
Wild About Words Camp
Instructors: Katie Holliday
Dates: Monday, July 15 to Thursday, July 18
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 5th
Let’s have fun with grammar! Rising 5th-grade students will review and reinforce their grammar skills in preparation for 5th grade at St. Paul. Students will play games to focus on the parts of speech, sentence structure, and diagramming! Additionally, students will complete the grammar and writing summer work packet.
Afternoon Camps
Math Madness Camp
Instructor: Amy Stone
Dates: Monday, July 15 to Thursday, June 18
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 6th
We will complete all our assigned math summer work, prepare for 6th-grade math and teaching styles, and begin preparing for ISEE (the 7th-grade entrance test)!
Register Here
Week of July 22
Morning Camps
Math Readiness (4th)
4th Grade Math Readiness Camp
Instructor: Will Mitchell
Dates: Monday, July 22 to Thursday, July 25
Time: 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 4th
Are you ready to cross math summer work off your to-do list? Join Mr. Mitchell as we knock out our summer work packet together, reinforce math skills learned over the school year, and practice some concepts for the upcoming 4th-grade year. Don’t worry; we’ll play plenty of math games to ensure we have plenty of fun along the way.
Mixed Media Art (K-4th)
Mixed Media Art Camp
Instructor: Caroline Patton
Dates: Monday, July 22 to Thursday, June 25
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising K-4th
This will be a fun week of creating amazing art with Mrs. Patton! Campers will explore various techniques, including painting, printmaking, and collage. It will be a week full of color, a little mess, and lots of fun!
*If there is interest in a rising 5th-6th grade mixed media camp, please email cpatton@stpaulchristian.org. An afternoon camp the week of July 22-25 will be considered!*
Princess Dance (JK-K)
Princess Dance Camp
Instructors: Music Staff Studio
Dates: Monday, July 22 to Thursday, July 25
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising JK & K
This camp is not just about learning; it's a magical and fun-filled dancing experience for rising JK through 1st-grade students. Your little princess will be immersed in the world of ballet through enchanted fairytales, experiencing beginner fundamentals and creative storytelling through dance. The curriculum is packed with a variety of activities, including structured dance time, imaginative movement, games, and arts & crafts. Your little girl will not only enjoy spending time with friends but also make new ones before the school year begins, creating a joyful and memorable start to her summer.
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Test Taking Strategies (6th)
Test-Taking Strategies (July: Week One)
Instructor: Cheryl Phillips
Dates: Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26
Time: 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Grades: Rising 6th
This two-week course will allow your child to practice taking the ISEE test and evaluating their strengths and weak areas. The course will focus on assessment content areas and allow the students to reassess their strengths and weaknesses at the end of the course. This course will be a great way for the students to go into their 6th-grade year, identifying the areas to work on before taking assessments for next-level schools.
This is not a replacement for the ISEE course offered through St. Paul during the students' 6th-grade year but rather an opportunity to recognize and work on areas before the ISEE prep course. Although the students can be registered for either week, attending the whole course across both weeks is highly encouraged to get the maximum out of the class.
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Afternoon Camps
All Around Dance (1st-4th)
All Around Dance Camp
Instructors: Music Staff Studio
Dates: Monday, July 22 to Thursday, July 25
Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 1st-4th
This camp is perfect for any rising 1st-4th grade student who wants to learn a little and rehearse a bit of everything! The class curriculum includes a variety of dance genres, including Hip Hop, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Cheer, and Musical Theatre. Dancers will also have fun playing games and working on arts & crafts. Come enjoy spending time with friends and making new ones this summer!
Math Readiness (5th)
5th Grade Math Readiness Camp
Instructor: Will Mitchell
Dates: Monday, July 22 to Thursday, July 25
Time: noon - 3 p.m.
Grades: Rising 5th
Are you ready to cross math summer work off your to-do list? Join Mr. Mitchell as we knock out our summer work packet together, reinforce math skills learned over the school year, and practice some concepts for the upcoming 5th-grade year. Don’t worry; we’ll play plenty of math games to ensure we have plenty of fun along the way.
Week of July 29
Test-Taking Strategies (July: Week Two)
Instructor: Cheryl Phillips
Dates: Monday, July 29 to Friday, August 2
Time: 9 to Noon
Grades: Rising 6th
This two-week course will give your child the opportunity to practice taking the ISEE test and evaluating their strengths and weak areas. The course will focus on assessment content areas and offer an opportunity for the students to reassess their strengths and weaknesses at the end of the course. This course will be a great way for the students to go into their 6th grade year identifying the areas to work on before taking assessments for next level schools.
This is not a replacement for the ISEE course offered through St. Paul during the students 6th grade year, but rather an opportunity to recognize and work on areas prior to the ISEE prep course. We highly encourage that students attend the whole course (both weeks) to get the maximum out of the class.
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