SUMMER ENRICHMENT
So much to do this summer at NDA!
Whether you are a computer wizard, budding artist, a musician, a theatre buff, an athlete, or you are just looking for something fun to do this summer, Notre Dame Academy has all sorts of opportunities for you!
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Junior High Summer Art Camp
This year, the process that we will be going over will lead students to design their own standard sized skateboard deck. Students will work on creating original ideas that they will bring to life on their own skateboard deck.
Who: Any current 6th, 7th, and 8th Grader (Limit 24 students per session)
What: Students will design their own skateboard deck using a variety of techniques including using spray paint, paint markers, sharpie markers, tracing paper.
When:
Session A: Monday, July 15th – Wednesday, July 17th, 9 am – 11am
Session B: Monday, July 15th – Wednesday, July 17th, 12 pm – 2 pm
Where: The Art Studio at Notre Dame Academy
Cost: $90 per student and includes instruction, studio costs, supplies, skateboard, t-shirt
If you are interested in registering for the class, please complete the registration form by May 24.
High School Summer Art Sessions
Week 1: July 8 – 12 – 3D or NOT 3D
Students will be creating works in 3D mediums including clay, plaster, found objects and mold making mediums. NOTE: Works in clay will take a week or so to dry, so students taking JUST this week of class may need to come back in a later week to collect projects.
Week 2: July 15 – 19 – TEXTILES!!!
Students will be shifting studios and take on a week of Textiles. In Textiles class students will be creating the Zipper Bag and will start with an introduction to the machine and sewing and learning decorative stitches.
Week 3: July 22 – 26 – Painting and Printmaking
Students will be experimenting with different styles of painting depending on their level and will also be experimenting with different types of printmaking that may vary between screenprinting, blockprinting and gel printing.
Week 4: July 29 – August 2 – Drawing and Mixed Media Skateboard Design
Students will be working using reference material to create drawings on the front and back of a skateboard deck. Techniques included will be prepping a surface, creating an interesting surface to work on, drawing from a grid, using regular pencils and colored pencils and basic concepts in composition.
If you are interested in registering for the class, please complete the registration form by May 24.
ART
2026 Junior High Summer Studio Art Class
Exploring Creative Art Mediums: June 22 – 26
This one-week art camp is designed to give 6th, 7th and 8th-grade students the opportunity to explore a variety of artistic mediums while nurturing their creativity and expanding their artistic skills. Each day will focus on a different medium, starting with traditional drawing and progressing through markers, chalk pastels, watercolor, and acrylics. Students will learn how to manipulate each medium to bring their imagination to life, all while experimenting with different art themes and subjects inspired by famous artists and pop culture. Through guided instruction, hands-on practice, and individual creative projects, campers will develop their artistic abilities and confidence. Each day’s lesson will culminate in a take-home project, providing students with a portfolio of work to showcase their progress. Register HERE.
2026 High School Summer Art
Sculpture & 3D Design Camp: July 13 – 17
This one-week summer camp invites creative students to dive into the exciting world of sculpture and three-dimensional design. Throughout the week, students will experiment with a variety of materials—such as wire, armature foam, cardboard, clay, wood, and found objects—to build original 3D artworks. They will explore construction methods, additive and subtractive sculpture techniques, surface finishing, and how to transform concepts into fully realized dimensional pieces. By the end of the week, each student will complete multiple sculptural studies and one polished final sculpture to display during a celebratory end-of-week showcase. Register HERE.
ATHLETICS
2026 Summer Camp Information Coming Soon!
MUSIC
LEARN A BAND INSTRUMENT
All students grades 7-12 are welcome to join us this summer to learn a band instrument for FREE!
Come join us and be a part of the NDA/CCH Summer Learning Band ’25.
We have wind instruments you can use.
Rehearse: Mondays 7 – 8:15 pm at School
Starting on June 2nd
Contact Information:
Director: Mr. Greg Cerimele
NDA Email: cerimeleg@ndapandas.org
CCH Email: gcerimele@covcath.org
If you already play a band or string instrument be sure to contact Mr. Cerimele so that you will receive updates regarding Summer Rehearsals.