Teel Camps

Dates: June 21-25, 2021 (all day 9:00am-3:00pm)
Ages: rising 5th-8th
Instructor: Mrs. Friedman
Cost: $325
Create unique pieces using the wheel and traditional clay building methods to create art in our fully equipped pottery studio. Campers will discover and improve techniques on the wheel while learning to center, throw, trim and glaze the medium of clay. We’ll form works by hand, select and apply glazes, learn firing techniques and refine your skills. Designed for all skill levels. Let's get messy in the studio!

Dates: June 28-July 2, 2021 (all day 9:00am-3:00pm)
Ages: rising 6th-8th
Instructors: Ms. Josey and Ms. Wesley
Cost: $325
Compete in physical, mental and teamwork challenges to show your allegiance to your "tribe." Food challenges, obstacle courses, survivor skills, scavenger hunts and team races are just some of the fun-filled competitions campers will enjoy during this fast-paced week of survival adventure!

Dates: July 5-9, 2021 (all day 9:00am-3:00pm)
Ages: rising 5th-8th
Instructors: Ms. Ford and Ms. Carsley
Cost: $325
Writers and artists will read different types of graphic novels (manga, superheroes, adaptations, memoirs, etc.) and discuss writing and illustration styles. Students will then write, illustrate, and craft their own graphic novels. We will brainstorm fun characters, write their dialogues, and send them on an adventure! Budding authors and artists should come with an open mind and a desire to try out different art techniques to make their anime, animals, and super hero characters come alive.

Dates: July 26-30, 2021 (afternoon 1:00pm-3:00pm)
Ages: rising 5th-8th
Instructor: Mrs. Mitchell
Cost: $125
In this session, we will learn all about mindfulness and how to work with our minds to be more present in our lives. Living a more mindful life leads to greater feelings of peace and happiness, increased focus and concentration, and better emotional regulation. Campers will practice mindful walking, meditation, and learn how to create a regular mindfulness practice in their lives.

Dates: July 12-16 (morning 9:00-12:00)
Ages: rising 5th-8th
Instructor: Ms. Ford
Cost: $200
In our short story book club, we'll read short stories from a variety of authors and think about what makes a story compelling. Is it the characters? The plot? Creative conversation? Students will then use their skills to write their own short stories, workshop with their peers, and wrap up the week with their own collection of stories.

Dates: July 26-30, 2021 (morning 9:00am-12:00pm)
Ages: rising 6th
Instructor: Ms. Shaener
Cost: $200
6th-grade campers will review and preview key concepts in the sixth-grade math curriculum through fun hands-on games and activities.