Summer Camps

About Our Weekly Camps:

The Friends School of Atlanta offers weekly STEAM-inspired day camps over the course of 7 weeks for rising kindergarten through rising 9th grade students during the summer months of June and July. We offer a variety of camps that are designed to engage and challenge kids at every stage of development.

Each week, our campers embark on a new journey as they discover a new subject matter of area of interest. From coding and robotics to dance camp and creative writing workshops with real authors, your child will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of STEAM subjects throughout the summer. Our weekly camps offer more than just a summer break activity, they’re enrichment tools. We believe the best way to learn is by doing, and our campers will participate in exciting, hands-on-activities and projects that make science, technology, engineering, arts, and math come alive. We also understand the importance of play in a child’s development. Our schedule incorporates plenty of active play time to keep your child engaged, healthy and having a blast.

Our passionate and experienced instructors are dedicated to sparking curiosity and fostering creativity in every child. They proactively provide a supportive and safe environment for learning and exploration. Our camps emphasize teamwork and collaboration. Children learn to work together, share ideas, and solve problems, which are essential life skills that extend beyond the classroom. At the end of each week, most camps offer children the opportunity to showcase their projects and discoveries to friends and family. Community invitations are typically tied to our arts and performance camps.

What We Offer:

60+ weekly STEAM inspired camps for rising kindergarten to rising 9th grade students
Full day programming (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM) from June 3rd to July 26th
Aftercare Available (Until 6:00 PM) at additional cost
Clean, fun and safe environment for students to create unforgettable memories

Jodeci Acosta-Gorman

Director of Summer Camps

Summer Camp Pricing:

The weekly rate for all camps is $300 per week. Aftercare is also available for an additional fee of $80 per week.

Schedule:

Week 1: June 3rd – June 7th
Week 2: June 10th – June 14th
Week 3: June 17th – June 21st
Week 4: June 24th – June 28th
Week 5: July 8th – July 12th
Week 6: July 15th – July 19th
Week 7: July 22nd – July 26th

Summer Camp registration is managed through our UltraCamp registration portal. Please scroll past the student clubs section to see registration for our summer camps. Kindly note, families should register for aftercare at the time of summer camp registration as spots fill up quickly.

2024 Tentative Summer Camp Lineup

Rising K - Grade 2:

Adventure Explorers: Weekly themes allowing children to use their imagination while learning math, literacy, art, and science skills.
Aqua Explorers Camp: This camp offers an immersive summer experience where students engage in hands-on exploration of the water cycle, unraveling its mysteries through activities focused on evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
Blue Planet: Arts, Crafts, and Conservation: Campers will embark on a thrilling journey, creating marine-themed masterpieces while nurturing a passion for ocean preservation.
Butterfly Art Camp: Explore a week of Butterfly Arts & Crafts by reading, playing, creating, and enjoying the fun-filled activities.
Culinary Kids Camp: Embark on a delectable journey at our Culinary Camp, where aspiring chefs explore the world of flavors, techniques, and creativity, crafting unforgettable dishes while igniting their passion for cooking!
Premium Dragons: Martial Arts: Embark on an epic adventure at the Premium Dragons Martial Arts Camp led by the legendary Donald Jett, where kids dive into thrilling martial arts techniques, ancient wisdom, and loads of fun, making lifelong friends while mastering the art of awesome!
Talented Twirls Dance Camp: Immerse your child in dance history and hands-on fun, fostering a love for movement and cultural diversity.
Friendship Formulas Camp: A carefully crafted program designed to nurture your child’s emotional intelligence, foster meaningful relationships, and instill essential life skills.

Rising K - Grade 4

Elementary Drama Camp–Kids Take the Stage: Immerse your child in the enchanting world of theater with our delightful camp, where they’ll joyfully discover the basics of stage movement and terminology through engaging games and activities.
Listening 4 Justice: The Listening 4 Justice camp offers young people developmentally appropriate opportunities to learn about race and racism. Through personal and collective stories shared in highly engaging and interactive ways, campers work together to answer the question: What is ours to do for racial healing and cultural justice?
Wonder of Nature: Explore native plants, practice nature-based Ground Kids Yoga and Mindfulness, and engage in daily nature crafts in our various outdoor environments.

Grade 1 - 3

Grade 3 - 5

Homemade Candy Factory: Indulge in a sweet adventure at Homemade Candy Factory camp, where kids explore the delightful world of confectionery, crafting their own delicious treats and learning the art of candy making.
Jewelry Making: Craft a variety of unique jewelry using exciting materials and learning new techniques in a week filled with creative exploration.
Creative Writing Workshop: Have fun brainstorming, collaborating, and writing alongside H.D. Hunter, Atlanta native and author of the science-fiction adventure series, Futureland (Random House). H.D. will lead students through activities that not only make their writing stronger but help them to find their own unique style.
Young Artists: Unleash creativity at Young Artists camp, where students of all skill levels explore various art forms, from collaging to painting, providing an introduction to art principles, design, and historical periods, fostering self-expression and skills for ongoing creative journeys.
Nature All Around Us: Immerse in the wonders of the outdoors where children explore, learn, and connect with the beauty of the natural world through engaging activities and environmental adventures.
Whacky Science with Ms. R: Embark on a wild and whimsical journey at Whacky Science Camp! Dive into hands-on experiments, explosive demonstrations, and lively scientific activities that will spark curiosity and laughter.
Slime Camp: Immerse yourself in a slime-making extravaganza at this camp, where participants will experiment with a variety of materials such as beads, foam balls, glitter, clay, and more, unleashing their creativity in the world of slime.
Culinary Kids Camp: Embark on a delectable journey at our Culinary Camp, where aspiring chefs explore the world of flavors, techniques, and creativity, crafting unforgettable dishes while igniting their passion for cooking!
Creative Writing Workshop: Have fun brainstorming, collaborating, and writing alongside H.D. Hunter, Atlanta native and author of the science-fiction adventure series, Futureland (Random House). H.D. will lead students through activities that not only make their writing stronger but help them to find their own unique style.
Coding Camp: Dive into the world of coding at our camp, where young minds learn essential programming skills through hands-on projects and creative problem-solving.
Premium Dragons: Martial Arts: Embark on an epic adventure at the Premium Dragons Martial Arts Camp led by the legendary Donald Jett, where kids dive into thrilling martial arts techniques, ancient wisdom, and loads of fun, making lifelong friends while mastering the art of awesome!

Grade 5 - 8

Drone Zone: This unique experience invites participants to delve into the exciting world of drone technology while also being tasked with researching real-world challenges and exploring how drones can contribute to innovative solutions.
Intro the Video Production: Students will learn the basics of video production, including writing a script, lighting and shooting a performance, and editing and uploading video.
Middle School Theatre Camp: Middle school students are invited to a week of self-expression and creativity, where they’ll use their voices and bodies to engage in the exciting world of improvisatory theater.
Math and Robotics Camp: This unique program is designed to captivate young minds, offering a perfect blend of mathematical exploration and hands-on robotics adventures.
Creative Writing Workshop: Have fun brainstorming, collaborating, and writing alongside H.D. Hunter, Atlanta native and author of the science-fiction adventure series, Futureland (Random House). H.D. will lead students through activities that not only make their writing stronger but help them to find their own unique style.
Culinary Kids Camp: Embark on a delectable journey at our Culinary Camp, where aspiring chefs explore the world of flavors, techniques, and creativity, crafting unforgettable dishes while igniting their passion for cooking!
Rock Band Camp: Middle school students with intermediate musical skills in guitar, bass, keyboard, drums, and vocals are invited to fulfill the dream of being in a band! This camp is designed for students to enhance their performance abilities and concludes with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.
Crafting Short Stories: Campers will learn the basic building blocks of good short fiction, read several impactful short stories, and begin crafting their own work of short fiction.
Listening 4 Justice: The Listening 4 Justice camp offers young people developmentally appropriate opportunities to learn about race and racism. Through personal and collective stories shared in highly engaging and interactive ways, campers work together to answer the question: What is ours to do for racial healing and cultural justice?
Coding Camp: Dive into the world of coding at our camp, where young minds learn essential programming skills through hands-on projects and creative problem-solving.
Minecraft Camp: Join this thrilling camp where we’ll embark on a game completion adventure, engage in imaginative mini-games, and collaboratively build a town to emphasize social skills, communication, and teamwork in an unforgettable blend of learning and fun.
Disc Sports: Enroll your kids in Disc Sports Camp, an active and fun-filled experience perfect for outdoor enthusiasts passionate about disc sports. From Ultimate Frisbee to Disc Golf, they’ll learn special techniques, creative throws, teamwork, precision, and strategy, all while enjoying the excitement of watching professional games for advanced tactics.

Summer Camps by Week

Week 1 (June 3rd - June 7th)

Week 2 (June 10th - June 14th)

Adventure Explorers
Blue Planet: Arts, Crafts, and Conservation
Cheerleading Camp
Elementary Drama - Kids Take the Stage
Bracelet Making
Homemade Candy Factory
Minecraft Camp
Nature All Around Us
Planet Power
Friendship Formulas
Premium Dragons: Martial Arts
Talented Twirls Dance Camp
Wacky Science with Ms. R
Wonder of Nature
Wonderful World of Watercolors

Week 3 (June 17th- June 21st)

Week 4 (June 24th - June 28th)

Week 5 (July 8th - July 12th)

Week 6 (July 15th - July 19th)

Week 7 (July 22nd- July 26th)

Other Camps:

The Amphibian Foundation, which is a separate organization from FSA, is proud to be returning to the FSA Campus for its 10th year of Critter Camp! In honor of its 10th year, there will be new and improved lessons and activities for campers to participate in!

Critter Camp is an exciting science-based look into the world of reptiles and amphibians. Critter Camp introduces campers to the incredible biodiversity of amphibians and reptiles, using tropical as well as native Georgia species to illustrate aspects of biology and conservation. Critter Camp is a safe, hands-on experience where campers get to touch and hold the amazing animals they learn about! Join us this summer!

Sadly, Critter Camp does not provide an Aftercare option. The camp day ends at 3 pm.

Questions? Please contact Critter Camp Director, Crystal Mandica, ribbit@critter-camp.org or by phone at 562 7 RIBBIT (742248).

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