Summer Programs 2025 - Annapolis Area Christian School

2025 Camp Program Schedule by Week

You can find descriptions for all camps and contact info for specialty camp directors in the drop down menu lower on this page. For program specific questions, please reach out to the individual directors for each program. For questions about Eagles Explorations day camp (EE) or general questions concerning registration or billing, contact the Summer Programs office.

Week "Zero": June 9-13

Week "Zero" features a Shot Doctor clinic, our Field Hockey camp and the All 4 Him Tournament Sports camp. Shot Doctor is a 2-day program (Tuesday & Wednesday), while Eagles Field Hockey and All 4 Him are Monday -Friday. Shot Doctor will take place in Annapolis at the middle school while the other camps will be at the Upper School in Severn. No bus transportation is available this week. No before or after care is available this week.

Week 1: June 16-20

Week 1 is the start of our usual camp schedule, but is a four day camp week due to the Juneteenth holiday! (No camp on Thursday, the 19th.) Note: All programs running this week are hosted at the Upper School in Severn. Bus transportation is available from Annapolis to Severn each morning, and back to Annapolis every afternoon. Extended care is available at our Upper School campus only. Check the FAQs section lower on this page for more details about adding subprograms for your camper.

Week 2: June 23-27

Note: Shot Doctor is located at the Middle School campus. All other programs are at the Upper School in Severn. Bus transportation is available from Annapolis to Severn each morning, and back to Annapolis every afternoon. Extended care is available at our Upper School campus only. Check the FAQs section lower on this page for more details about adding subprograms for your camper.

Week 3: June 30-July 3

Week 3 is a four day camp week due to the July 4th holiday! Camp will only run Monday-Thursday this week. We will have FirePower Basketball running at the Middle School in Annapolis. All other camps will be at the upper school. Bus transportation is available from Annapolis to Severn each morning, and back to Annapolis every afternoon. Extended care is available at our Upper School campus only. Check the FAQs section lower on this page for more details about adding subprograms for your camper.

Week 4: July 7-11

Note: Weber Basketball camp is located at the Middle School campus. All other programs are at the Upper School in Severn. Bus transportation is available from Annapolis to Severn each morning, and back to Annapolis every afternoon. Extended care is available at our Upper School campus only. Check the FAQs section lower on this page for more details about adding subprograms for your camper.

Week 5: July 14-18

Week 6: July 21-25

Week 7: July 28-Aug 1

EE Weekly Themes

Eagles Explorations (EE) is a six week, full-day program designed to be a well-rounded and exciting experience for campers from 3.5 years to 13. Each week’s session centers around a unique theme and includes special activities and new opportunities for learning and play! That means your child can attend all six sessions and always be challenged in a new and fun way. EE day camp is now open to non-AACS students as well!

All sessions of Eagles Explorations are held AACS Upper School campus: 109 Burns Crossing Rd., Severn

Week 1: June 16-20 (This is a 4 day week. There will be NO CAMP on THURSDAY due to the Juneteenth holiday.)

Blast from the Past: Our summer starts off with this exciting theme! Campers may come in contact with their favorite dinosaur, or an interesting person from History class!

Week 2: June 23-June 27

Once upon a Time: This week at camp will be filled with fairy tales! Campers will explore enchanted worlds through storytelling, crafts, and games, bringing their favorite stories to life!

Week 3: June 30 - July 3 (This is a 4 day week due to the July 4th holiday. There will be NO CAMP on Friday.)

Christmas in July: Exactly like it sounds, this short week is all about getting in the Christmas spirit...summer style! We'll decorate, sing, and probably eat some cookies. We're dreamin' of a hot and humid Christmas in July!

Week 4: July 7 - July 11

Super Hero Helpers: This community service focused week engages campers in a variety of ways to play with a purpose, including our annual food drive effort. It culminates in a high energy dance party to celebrate the SOUPer heroes (campers) that help make it all happen!

Week 5: July 14 - July 18

Wet N' Wild West: Our traditional water play themed week takes on a fun western twist, so prepare to giddy up, slip n' slide, and don't forget your towel! This is always a camper favorite, and a great way to celebrate the summer.

Week 6: July 21 - July 25

Carnival Week : Cotton candy, popcorn, and lots of sunshine! We celebrate our last week of camp by building up to our famous carnival day on Friday the 25th.

EE Daily Schedule

Mornings

Before Care: 7:30 - 8:30am
Regular drop off window: 8:30-9:00am
We begin the day together in the field house, reviewing rules and the focus for the week, participating in fun skits and activities, and connecting with our group
Daily class and activity rotations begin around 9:30
Activities might include, for example: Archery, Bible, Art, PE, Theme activities, etc.
On Tuesday mornings of all 5-day weeks, we take an off campus field trip to the pool or similar, fun destination for active play! More details on these outings will be available soon.
- Discoverers group (3.5 to 5 yr olds) do not go on field trips

Lunch

For all full day campers, lunch is included and will be served daily in the dining hall
Half day specialty campers who add on Eagles Explorations or another afternoon program receive lunch. Half day campers who get picked up at noon do not receive lunch.
Campers' food restrictions are carefully monitored by our staff and accommodated to the best of our ability by our amazing food service team
Lunch is important down time for kids to connect with friends and a good opportunity to visit the camp store

Afternoons

More class and activity rotations
Might include, for example: Drama, Slip n' Slide/Water Play, Video creation, Science, etc.
On Wednesdays, we also have chapel in the afternoon!
Groups return to the field house at 3:45 to prepare to head home
Our staff facilitates a safe, efficient carline dismissal procedure, beginning at 4pm
Any campers not picked up by 4:20 are able to stay for aftercare
Friday afternoons are special (see below)

Friday Celebrations

Every Friday, campers are invited to dress up according to the week's theme
During the afternoon, we host a unique field day event and then invite parents to join us at the end of the day for a slideshow celebration of the week

EE Groups by Age Range

All age ranges are referencing the child's age at the time of camp.

Discoverers: 3.5 to 5 year olds

Discoverers enjoy story time, water play, Bible lessons, playground time, games, classroom learning, and more as they build friendships and create memories in a safe, nurturing environment with experienced pre-K teachers. *NOTE: Campers MUST be fully potty trained in order to attend.

Flyers: 6 to 7 year olds

Flyers are challenged each day with a balanced mix of active learning and play. Their daily schedule includes science, art, nature walks, drama, water play, theme activities, Bible class, PE, free play, and more!

Voyagers: 8 to 9 year olds

Voyagers' schedules are built to accommodate their curiosity and energy! They get to enjoy theme activities, eco explorations, engaging Bible lessons, PE, video production, game room time, art and drama, and much more!

Pioneers: 10 to 11 year olds

Pioneers are on the move. They get to enjoy all previously listed activities...PLUS more advanced art projects, tech options & archery!

Trailblazers: 12 to 13 year olds

While trailblazers have more opportunities for choice built into their schedule, trained counselors and staff will help these campers stay focused and engaged. They'll stay busy participating in all previously listed activities throughout the week! *Note for parents: We will be implementing a strict no-device policy for all campers, but Trailblazers may have a few specific blocks of free time throughout their week, where personal devices may be taken out of backpacks and used in a highly monitored setting. Outside of these times, we ask that you expect us to enforce the no device policy and that you speak with your Trailblazers about that policy before registering them for camp.

CIT Program: 14 to 16 year olds

Our Counselor in Training (CIT) Program is a unique opportunity for teenagers who are interested in leadership development, and who are accepted via an application and interview process into the program. CITs participate in a mentorship program while also gaining practical experience in helping to run the day to day operations of Eagles Explorations. For teens who are looking for a productive way to spend their summer, we are proud to offer an option that bridges the gap between being a camper and being a counselor. CITs will participate in leadership development activities, check in daily with their mentor, and take special team building field trips during their time in the program. If you are interested in having your teen participate, reach out to Jacob Roth at jroth@aacsonline.org.

EE Activity Descriptions

Physical Education

Campers will enjoy building skill in a variety of sports as they have the opportunity to compete and play against their fellow campers. Sports include kickball, handball, soccer, basketball, and more!

Arts & Crafts

Art class may include painting, drawing, building, designing, sculpting, and more! Campers create unique projects each week, develop skill, and flex their creativity!

Science & Eco Explorations

Campers conduct fun experiments and do lots of hands on projects as they explore scientific principals and often make a bit of a mess in the process! Our very own camper-tended green house is the perfect place for kids to get their hands dirty and explore God's creation through project based learning. This unique experience will give them insight into the biology of organisms as they work to plant and harvest organic vegetables and herbs.

"Theme" Activities

This part of the schedule is specifically designed with a focus on the theme for each week. Campers play theme-specific games, make theme-related projects, and complete thematic challenges that help them prepare for Friday's concluding event.

Drama

A fun time of creativity and laughter, drama class builds acting skills and involves a variety of activities! Campers will create skits, play improv games, and enjoy building confidence on the stage in Kerr auditorium.

Photography & Video Production

After learning some of the basics of photography, campers will have the chance to try out their skills by taking photos of various camp activities happening during the week. Using their own photos to also practice editing skills, the final product is a slideshow of camper photography shown during each Friday celebration. Campers will develop, plan, and produce music videos, short films, camp newscasts, or other creative video projects throughout the week in video production. Their final products will be shared during the Friday end-of-week celebrations!

Bible

Bible class will include games, songs, lessons, and discussion. The weekly focus will relate to a specific Bible story and/or character trait, and will help campers tie together the lessons they are learning and the good news of the Gospel as they connect with God during their time at camp.

Archery

Older campers will learn the basics of archery and will participate in fun challenges and weekly competitions. Younger campers enjoy target shooting practice with age-appropriate equipment and safety in mind! Everyone gets to participate in weekly Nerf wars on Thursdays!

Swimming (or other off-campus field trip experiences)

On Tuesday mornings of full, 5-day weeks, Eagles Explorations campers travel by bus to the Severna Park Community Center to swim, or to another fun off-campus site for a special active play experience! *Discoverers age group remains on campus at AACS to participate in water activities during this field trup time. *The Tuesday morning field trips are not part of any specialty camp programs.

Other

Water play options (sprinklers, slip n' slide, soap hockey, etc.) are available throughout the week so campers stay cool.

Free play periods are filled with nature walks along the creek or friendly competition in the game room or aux gym.

Weekly chapel times include singing and a short message, followed by small group discussion to encourage campers to connect with God and each other!

Summer Programs General FAQs

Can I register for a variety of different kinds of camp weeks?

Yes! AACS students and their siblings can extend a half day specialty camp by adding Eagles Explorations to the afternoons to create a full day. You can also diversify your camper's entire summer by choosing some weeks of EE day camp and other weeks of speciality camps to create a complete, summer-long, comprehensive experience that is tailored to your family's needs!

Where are these camps located?

AACS Summer Programs camps are located on two of our school campuses in Anne Arundel County. Our Middle School hosts Shot Doctor, FirePower, and Weber Bulldog basketball camps, while the remainder of the programming is hosted at the Upper School campus. Transportation is available to bring full day campers from Annapolis (the bus leaves from the Middle School location) to the campus in Severn.

Middle School: 716 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401

Upper School: 109 Burns Crossing Road, Severn, MD 21144

The AACS Middle School location offers air-conditioned rooms, including a gymnasium, classrooms, and computer lab. Fields and a playground are also available outdoors.

The AACS Upper School location provides state-of-the-art buildings on 62-acres of property. Facilities include air-conditioned classrooms, an art room, computer labs, and a 715-seat theater in the Kerr Center for the Arts. Our campers enjoy use of the 82,000 square foot Kilby Athletic Center, including two regulation basketball courts, a fully equipped weight room, a 275 seat dining hall/concession area, computer and robotics labs, and meeting rooms. The Kilby Athletic Center also contains a 22,500 square foot multipurpose indoor artificial turf arena used for soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, baseball, softball, football, and much more. Adjacent to the Kilby Athletic Center, there are two AACS athletic fields, a sand volleyball/soccer courts, and a tennis complex.

How do I apply discounts to my registration?

*Please note: Discounts apply only to Eagles Explorations day camp and not to any specialty camps, unless specific offers or arrangements have been made with a particular director.

If you're registering on or before March 31st, an automatic $25 Early Bird discount will be applied to each week of EE for each child you register! Please contact the office at summer@aacsonline.org if you have questions about how discounts have been applied to your enrollment or if you believe they have not been applied correctly. AACS faculty discounts can be requested during the registration process as well, but will have to be confirmed by our office before they are applied to your final balance.

Is a deposit required to register, and how do refunds/cancellations work?

Yes, a $100 deposit per child, per session is required in order to hold that spot for your camper. Deposits are non-refundable after 7 days, except in unique circumstances, which are assessed on a case-by-case basis. (No payment adjustments will be made for voluntary, non-medical withdrawal or absence.) The remainder of the funds due beyond the initial deposit must be paid by June 1st, or immediately at the time of registration if registering on or after June 1st. Failure to make payment in full by that date will result in your camper's spot being opened for someone on the waiting list. You will receive reminder emails from Campwise concerning remaining payments needed to be made.

How does the bus option work?

If you want to take advantage of the daily bus that takes campers from Annapolis to Severn and back again at the end of the day, simply add the "transportation" subprogram option during your registration. The bus fee is $65/week per camper. During camp weeks, plan to drop off your camper between 7:30-7:45am and pick them up between 4:45-5:00pm each day at AACS's Middle School location at 716 Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD 20401.

How does the extended care option work?

Extended care is only offered at the Upper School location and is available as a subprogram add-on option during the registration process.

PRICING FOR 5 DAY WEEKS (prices are prorated in Campwise for shorter weeks):

AM Only (7:30-8:30): $30 per camper per week

PM Only (4:20-6:00): $45 per camper per week

AM & PM: $60 per camper per week

Drop-In Rates per Day (pay at the time of service): $10 for AM before care, $15 for PM aftercare

Will my child with special needs enjoy this camp?

Within the extent of our ability, our goal is always to be accommodating and inclusive. We have trained ed support and behavior support specialists on our summer programs team to help campers who need more assistance. We desire to partner with families to ensure every child has a productive, safe, and enjoyable time at camp. Clear, upfront communication about needs and expectations is a helpful part of the process. Please thoroughly and honestly complete the Camper Profile questions during the registration process so that we can prepare to support your child to the best of our ability.

My question isn't on this list. Can I talk to someone?

Of course! Email us at summer@aacsonline.org or call the Summer Programs office at 410.519.5300 x3150. Keep in mind that during the off season, the camp director may not check and respond to voicemails every day, but will respond as soon as possible.

If you have a technical question related to Campwise (login problem, payment issue, etc.), you can contact the Campwise Customer Support team directly at: 866-433-4548. Looking for an answer related to a specialty camp? Feel free to contact that camp's specific director by using the email provided for them in the camp description drop down below.

Sports Camps

Basketball Camps

Shot Doctor Basketball

Camp Description:

Shot Doctor is a national program, and we are so glad to be able to offer two sessions of this camp locally in Annapolis! This program is focused on the use of personalized drills and special instruction including video analysis. If players want to have a video of their shooting technique to keep, they should bring a phone with video capabilities for both days of the clinic. We will learn fundamental shooting techniques, how to correct common shooting flaws, and offensive moves that create open shots. This is a camp for rising 6th through 12th graders.

About the Director:

Coach Bob Topp, AACS Boys’ Middle School Head Basketball Coach

Email: btopp@aacsonline.org

About the Director: Coach Topp has a personal record of making 142 consecutive free throws and was the 2008 Maryland Senior Olympics free throw champion. He brings a wealth of coaching and training experience from his years of coaching basketball at the middle school, high school, college, and semi-pro levels. While coaching at Anne Arundel Community College, his team was ranked sixth in the nation for DIII JUCO free throw percentage. He has worked with NBA shooting coach Buzz Braman and operates shooting camps across the country for Shot Doctor Basketball Camps. He has helped players of all ages and skills to improve shooting techniques. Coach Topp is the head coach of the Boys’ Middle School A team at AACS. For two years, he was the head coach of the Bay Area Shuckers, a semi-pro team that played its games at AACS.

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Eagles Girls Basketball

Camp Description:

The Eagle’s Girls’ Basketball Camp stresses individual fundamentals and team play for girls ages 8 – 14 all while providing a fun and competitive environment. This camp will include skills training and small sided games for our young rising female basketball stars. Players will be grouped by age and skill. The camp will include team tournaments and focus on developing leadership and sportsmanship both on and off the court. The camp will include prizes and awards including the camps “Most Improved Camper.”

About the Director:

Coach Eric Fagan, AACS Girls' Varsity Head Basketball Coach

Email: efagan@aacsonline.org

About the Director:

Coach Eric Fagan is in his second season as the head coach for the AACS Lady Eagles basketball team. Prior to coaching the Lady Eagles, Coach Fagan has been a head coach at both the middle school and high school varsity levels for boys. Coach Fagan was a 4-year scholar athlete as a member of the Shepherd College (now Shepherd University) men’s basketball team. Currently, Coach Fagan also serves as a mathematics teacher at the AACS Upper School in Severn.

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Fire Power Basketball

Camp Description:

This camp is designed to provide players of all ages and abilities an experience that enhances their individual basketball skills, while also being fun and rewarding. Players will be grouped by age and skill. Improvement on fundamentals and sportsmanship will be stressed, and the camp experience will include games and contests, station drills, shooting instruction, end-of-camp evaluations, prizes, and more!

About the Director:

Coach Doug Scheidt, Annapolis Area Christian School Varsity Boys' Head Coach

Email: dscheidt@aacsonline.org

Coach Doug Scheidt is a seasoned coach and former Wheaton College player from the Chicago area. He has been the Boys' Varsity Head Coach at AACS for 17 years, a program which now plays in the MIAA-A conference! Coach Scheidt brings his passion and intensity, as well as his love for basketball, athletes, and kids.

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Weber's Bulldogs Basketball, Inc.

Camp Description:

This widely popular and entertaining youth basketball camp was awarded The Capital Readers Choice 2018 and 2019 BEST SPORTS CAMP WINNER. Campers will be taught individual skills as well as the fundamentals of team play. Campers will also spend a small portion of the day outside as well as have a 30 min resting period where a sports video will be shown. Special awards are given daily for enthusiastic campers as well as to end-of-session outstanding teams and contest champions.

Lunch/Concessions: Pizza, hotdogs, chips, candy, Gatorade, and other snacks will be available daily for separate purchase.

About the Director:

Coach Bill Weber, Archbishop Spalding High School

Email: coach@webersbulldogbasketball.com

Bill Weber has been coaching youth basketball in the Annapolis area for over 20 years. A former high school and collegiate basketball player, Coach Weber was a member of the Washington College Varsity Basketball Team in Chestertown, MD. There, he competed in the Division III NCAA Final Four. He then transferred to Shepherd College, where he earned an athletic scholarship and a position on the Division II Varsity Basketball Team. Coach Weber now works full-time as the Assistant Principal of Student Affairs at Archbishop Spalding High School in Severn, Maryland. He lives on Kent Island with his wife and children and now enjoys coaching his son and daughter’s rec sports and travel teams.

Eagles Football

Camp Description:

This camp is designed to incorporate group training, position specific skill work, and game like scenarios. Whether your camper is new to the game or an experienced player looking to sharpen their skills, this camp will peak the interest of any young athlete. All are welcomed to come and FLY LIKE AN EAGLE.

About the Director:

Coach Eric Wright, AACS Assistant Football Coach

Email: ewright@aacsonline.org

Eric Wright, also known as Coach Bishop, is an energetic, fun loving and detailed oriented coach that loves the game of
Football. After playing the game he fell in love with as a 6-year-old child to now coaching the game almost 2
decades, Coach Bishop’s dedication to teach the game "the right way" as he puts it is now his life’s mission. His
focus on safety and the breaking down of various skills and techniques helps to keep him feeling like a kid
again. The lessons he’s learned from his coaches and mentors have prepared him for opportunities to
educate, encourage and empower the next generation of football players.

Eagles Soccer Camps

Eagles World Cup Soccer

Camp Description:

The World Cup is the most popular sporting event, uniting teams and nations from all over the world. In the spirit of the World Cup, we seek to share our passion for the beautiful game with kids who seek to develop their talents and love for soccer. Players will have the opportunity to play on our Bermuda grass and indoor turf fields. Each day we will also watch film from previous men’s and women’s World Cups. Our camp is staffed with professional and collegiate soccer players/coaches, offering instruction of the highest level. Players of all levels and experience are welcome! All campers will also receive free tickets to a Baltimore Kings Pro Soccer game.

Daily Topics Breakdown: Monday - Dribbling & Defending, Tuesday - Passing & Receiving, Wednesday - Shooting & Finishing, Thursday - Tricks & Skill-Moves, Friday - Testing & Competitions

Note: Please bring your own ball, a pair of cleats, flat-soled shoes, and a water bottle each day.

About the Director:

Coach Josh Danza: AACS Varsity Soccer Coach

Email: jdanza@aacsonline.org

Coach Danza will be entering his 10th year at AACS. A current professional soccer player for the Baltimore Kings, Danza has spent the past 11 years playing for teams across the U.S. He was first called up to the Puerto Rico Men's National Team in 2012 and most recently in June of 2015 ahead of qualifiers for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. He holds a coaching license from USSF (United States Soccer Federation), the official governing body of soccer in the United States overseeing the U.S. Men's/Women's National Teams, Professional, and Amateur soccer in the country.

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Eagles Striker & Goalkeeper Camp

Camp Description:

Strikers - Score over 500 goals in one week! Put the ball in the back of the net with shooting and finishing drills designed specifically for forwards. Goalkeepers - Make over 500 saves in one week! Protect your net while receiving goalkeeper-specific training. We will also study film of the world’s best goalscorers and goalkeepers, reviewing techniques and skills used by the pro’s. Players will have the opportunity to play on our Bermuda grass and indoor turf fields. Our camp is staffed with professional and collegiate soccer players/coaches, offering instruction of the highest level. Players of all levels and experience are welcome! Players will be split by age and skill-level. All campers will also receive free tickets to a Baltimore Kings Pro Soccer game.

Note: Please bring your own ball, a pair of cleats, flat-soled shoes, and a water bottle each day.

About the Director:

Coach Josh Danza: AACS Varsity Soccer Coach

Email: jdanza@aacsonline.org

Eagles Sports

Eagles Sports Camp

Camp Description:

Come learn how to become a better teammate! This camp is designed for campers of all ability levels who want to participate in an active, fun-filled week of sports and games. Each day campers will learn and play a variety of sports that may include soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, flag football, and floor hockey! We will focus on skill development, game tactics, teamwork, and playing to the best of your ability.

About the Director:

Coach Eric Wright, AACS Assistant Football Coach

Email: ewright@aacsonline.org

Eagles Trick Shot Camp

Camp Description:

Unleash your inner Dude Perfect, That's Amazing, or How Ridiculous in a summer camp full of trick shots. This camp reinforces resilience and to push forward proving you are capable of hard things with God's help. Ping pong, basketball, bottle flipping, soccer, cup, and many more! Come to camp and celebrate your achievements with your friends in a positive environment. Stations will be utilized to maximize camper participation.

About the Director:

Coach Josh Danza: AACS Varsity Soccer Coach

Email: jdanza@aacsonline.org

Eagles Volleyball

Camp Description:

This will be a fun two weeks of camp developing skills, running drills, and playing games. Girls ages 10-14 are welcome to register. We look forward to a great two weeks of volleyball camp!

About the Director:

Coach Jen Groshek

Coach Groshek has been involved in the youth volleyball scene coaching the fundamentals and introducing the game to young players through the BAYS and Annapolis Eagles organization and is excited to continue to teach and develop more advanced players through their high school career. She was inducted into her high school Hall of Fame for both volleyball and basketball, and attended Johns Hopkins University where she played basketball all four years. Coach Groshek is passionate about volleyball and growing students love and knowledge of the game and our Lord Jesus Christ as she helps steer the program to new heights!

Email: jgroshek@aacsonline.org

Eagles Baseball

Camp Description:

This will be a fun week of camp developing skills, running drills, and playing games. Campers will utilize the batting cage, baseball field, and indoor turf field to help improve as all around players. Boys ages 10-14 are welcome to register. We look forward to a great four days of baseball training with your campers!

About the Director:

Coaches Matt Selmer & Kyle Blucher, AACS Upper School Baseball Program

Email: mselmer@aacsonline.org ; Kyleblucher24@yahoo.com

Aloha Eagles Cheer

Aloha Eagles Cheer Camp

Camp Description:

Looking for a Summer Camp? Join Us for a Week of Cheer Fun in Paradise! Get ready to dive into the ultimate cheerleading adventure with our Aloha Eagles! Tropical Cheer Skills Camp! Designed for girls aged 6-11, this action-packed camp is perfect for young athletes who want to learn and/ or sharpen their cheer skills, make new friends, and have loads of tropical-themed fun. Here's a sneak peek at the fun in store for you:

Each morning begins with invigorating activities designed to foster camaraderie and prepare participants for the day ahead. This includes an overview of camp guidelines, and open mat sessions for warm-up. At Aloha Eagles! Tropical Cheer Skills Camp, team bonding is integral to the camp experience, with engaging games aimed at building friendships and enhancing group collaboration. Skill development remains a priority, with each day dedicated to refining specific cheer techniques, from utilizing cheerleading props to perfecting motions, jumps and tumbling. Themed daily lessons will cover vital topics such as teamwork, safety practices, nutrition, goal setting, and leadership development, empowering participants to evolve as well-rounded athletes. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice various chants, cheers, and dance routines that embody the spirit of the Aloha Eagles. To conclude each day, participants will engage in creative, tropical-themed DIY projects, including cheer bows, bracelets, and personalized megaphones, providing memorable keepsakes of their time at camp. Sign up today to experience a cheerleading paradise at Aloha Eagles! Tropical Cheer Skills Camp!

About the Director:

Coach Sydney Edwards

Email: sedwards@aacsonline.org

Coach Sydney Edwards, known as Coach Syd, brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role as the Director of Aloha Eagles Tropical Cheer Skills Camp. With over 11 years of cheerleading experience, Coach Syd has developed a diverse skill set, having cheered at the collegiate level for Bowie State University. During her time there, she was a proud member of the Golden Girls, actively involved in the CheerPhi organization where she served as President, and contributed as Stroll Master. Additionally, Coach Syd held a leadership role on Bowie’s Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) as Secretary and the point of contact for her cheer team, further demonstrating her commitment to fostering teamwork and leadership.

In her coaching career, Coach Syd has dedicated four years to teaching tumbling at International Elite, focusing on walkovers, handsprings, and tucks. She has a deep understanding of the technical aspects of cheerleading and a strong ability to teach and spot athletes at all skill levels. As the Head Cheerleading Coach at AACS for the past two years, Coach Syd has successfully launched a cheerleading prep team for younger students, ensuring that all athletes have the opportunity to develop their skills from an early age. Under her leadership during her first year coaching at AACS, the Eagles cheerleading team reached a significant milestone going to their first-ever competition, where they earned 4th place and the Best Dance title and award.

Coach Syd has also organized numerous clinics, camps, and halftime performances for AACS events such as Homecoming, Pink Out, and Summer Celebrations, enhancing school spirit and providing students with opportunities to showcase their skills. With her strong leadership, passion for the sport, and commitment to athlete development, Coach Syd is dedicated to creating an inspiring and educational experience for all campers at the Aloha Eagles! Tropical Cheer Skills Camp. Her approach is rooted in fostering growth, teamwork, and confidence in young athletes, ensuring they leave the camp with improved skills and lasting memories.

Eagles Field Hockey

Camp Description:

Come join AACS for a week of Field Hockey! This camp is programmed for new players or experienced players. The camp will go over the fundamentals, drills, game play, and all aspects of field hockey. The structure of the camp will be to teach the players skills while incorporating game play scenarios, play fun games to promote team-building, and scrimmage in games to get the full experience of the sport.

About the Director:

Coach Julianne Riley, AACS Varsity Field Hockey Head Coach

Email: jriley@aacsonline.org

Jules Riley started playing field hockey in 4th grade. In high school, she started varsity as a freshman, lettered all 4 years, and was captain her senior year. Jules played Division I at Robert Morris University and junior year was named to the All-MAAC Conference Team. After graduation, she was the Assistant Director of Field Hockey at Koa Sports for 2 years. Now she coaches for the club organization, Maryland Legacy and completed her second season as the AACS Varsity Field Hockey Head Coach. Jules has been involved with field hockey for over 20 years in various ways from playing to coaching. She loves teaching new players about field hockey, establishing good habits, and creating strong fundamentals within athletes who want to continue to better themselves while playing sports.

All 4 Him Sports Tournament Camp

Camp Description:

Experience a wide variety of sports and activities, set up in tournament style with campers competing for both team and individual awards each day. Culminating in an "olympics" style event and awards ceremony on the final day, this is a program that will engage and challenge any active kid who enjoys running around and playing with friends! No previous sports experience is required, as we will provide short lessons on rules and skills prior to each event. This is a chance for campers to learn and enjoy a ton of different sports and games in a competitive format that is fun, low key, and Christ-centered. Each day will include snack and lunch breaks as well as a short devotional time to focus on Christian character traits that we can all practice growing in as we play.

About the Director:

Brian and Katie Dennstaedt

Brian and Katie Dennstaedt, former AACS Camp Directors, are excited to return to campus this coming summer to host The All 4 Him Tournament Sports Camp. This is a program they have enjoyed running in years past at schools in both Pennsylvania and Mississippi, and they now look forward to sharing it with AACS campers. Brian and Katie have been teaching and coaching for many years, and enjoy sharing their love of sports with kids of all ages, including their own three children.

Email: bdennstaedt@aacsonline.org, krdennstaedt@gmail.com

Academic/STEM Camps

Eagles STEM

Camp Description:

This hands-on STEM camp will creatively cover all aspects of STEM through daily activities in areas such as electricity, flight, space and physics. As campers work through different STEM activities each day, they will also work on their very own rocket, which they may launch at the end of the week!

About the Director:

Madelyn Smith, AACS Engineering & Tech Teacher

Email: msmith@aacsonline.org

Madelyn Smith currently teaches Engineering & Technology at the AACS Upper School campus. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Tuskegee University. Prior to teaching, she worked in the Automotive Industry at Toyota and General Motors in interior, safety, and concept vehicles, and was the lead engineer for Corvette seats. She has developed and implemented many STEM activities. Most recently she piloted the AACS Severn Lower School STEM Day which was led by the upper-level engineering students. The event has now expanded to include the AACS Annapolis Lower School students. Mrs. Smith looks for every opportunity to expose students to STEM!

SAT Prep Course

SAT Prep: 8 Day Course

Camp Description:

This is an intensive, focused review of the math and verbal sections of the SAT, as well as a condensed review of the writing section, designed to help students maximize their scores. Two SAT tests will be given – one at the beginning and one at the end of the course so that progress may be measured.

IMPORTANT NOTES: The SAT Test will be administered on the first day and the seventh day of class. STUDENTS MUST REGISTER FOR BOTH WEEKS 1 and 2 of SAT PREP, as it is one 8 day course stretched across two weeks of sessions.

Week 1: M/T/W/F (no class on Thursday)

Week 2: M-Thurs (no class on Friday)

About the Director:

Thomas Pfenson, AACS Teacher

Mr. Pfenson holds a Bachelor's degree from Greenville University (IL), and a Master's from Duke University. He has been teaching high school English at AACS since 2016, and enjoys working with students on the craft of effective writing and the art of clear thinking.

Young Enrepreneur

Young Entrepreneur

About the Camp:

Here’s where dreaming for the future meets financial literacy in a hands-on business basics camp for kids! Campers will learn about what it takes to start and run a business as they brainstorm how to create a pitch, draft a budget, prepare advertising, etc. Working toward their unique venture will allow their ideas to come to life and inspire their entrepreneurial spirits!

Note: Young Entrepreneur camp is open for enrollment in the afternoons only as a stand-alone program OR as an afternoon add-on program to pair with a morning half day camp in order to create a full day of programming for your camper. (If you select a morning half day camp in week 1 or week 6, and want to add the Young Entrepreneur camp to the afternoon, look for that option as a subpogram add-on during the registration process in Campwise. Please contact our office with any questions!)

About the Director:

Lari Brent-Chandler, AACS Before/After Care Programs Director

Email: lbrent@aacsonline.org

Lari's teaching experience spans over 25 years. Her expertise is running Before and Aftercare Programs in Prince George’s and Anne Arundel Counties. She is currently the AACS Before/After Care Programs Director at the Severn Lower School. Lari’s many facets of experience in education include teaching life skills and self esteem, as well as encouraging students to improve their lives through education. Lari has been an Entrepreneur and very involved with the family business for over 30 years. She has run several businesses in DMV, obtaining a host of contracts with Bowie State University, Chick-Fil-A, Starbucks, Ft. Meade Base, Andrew Air Force Base, and several churches.

Wonder Lab Camp

About the Camp:

The Wonder Lab is a week long, full day program that will engage young campers in learning, discovery, and play! Drawing from the directors' experience as a preschool teacher in a Monstessori/Reggio inspired school, this camp will include art, science, music, and an overall focus on nature. Campers will spend a healthy dose of time outside each day, including nature walks and shallow creek water play. Your camper is invited to come explore and discover the WONDER of God's big world.

About the Director:

Katie Dennstaedt, former AACS Camp Director, is excited to return to campus this coming summer to host The Wonder Lab Camp. Katie has taught and coached for many years, primarily at the upper school level, but recently has enjoyed teaching at a local preschool! In her work in the classroom as well as in her very important role as a mother to 3 really cool kids, Katie has always desired to facilitate environments that encourage kids' curiosity and evoke a sense of wonder.

Email: krdennstaedt@gmail.com

Art Camps

Eagles Art Camp

Camp Description:

Let’s get creative! 5 days of arts and crafts! A great blend of art instruction and just-for-fun creativity, perfect for summer! Young artists will be creating amazing masterpieces by painting, drawing, printmaking and more!

About the Director:

Allison Kim, Lower School Art Teacher

Email: akim@aacsonline.org

Allison Kim is an AACS alum and the lower school art teacher with several years of teaching under her belt. She has a passion for cultivating creativity in children and loves to integrate faith and art. She and her husband live in Annapolis with their 3 boys.

Mr. & Miss Manners

Mr. & Miss Manners Etiquette Camp

About the Camp:

This camp will teach etiquette for the home, school, and any environment imaginable. Classes will cover manners, self-esteem, and life skills. Each week will conclude with a mock “Elegant Luncheon” to finalize the week’s lessons and apply skills learned. Demonstrations and Guest Speakers will be present. Come join the uniqueness and FUN TIMES with "Mr. & Miss Manners" Etiquette Camp! What are you waiting for? Register NOW!! ALL SUPPLIES ARE INCLUDED.

About the Director:

Lari Brent-Chandler, AACS Before/After Care Programs Director

Email: lbrent@aacsonline.org

Musical Theatre Camp

Musical Theatre Camp (2 week program)

Camp Description:

Students will learn the basics of musical theatre performance through rehearsing and performing! Activities will be centered around training their skills as actors, singers, and teammates. At the end of the camp, all students will participate in a performance of a short musical!

About the Directors:

Sara Bierc, AACS Upper School, Fine Art & Social Studies

Email: sbierc@aacsonline.org

Sarah Bierc has a B.S. and M.A. in History from Liberty University and has taught Fine Arts and Social Studies courses at Annapolis Area Christian School for the past seven years. She has had the great joy of advising the Upper School Drama Club and serving as director of Troupe #7256 of the International Thespian Society for the past three years. During that time, she directed the Upper School Drama Club’s productions of Pride and Prejudice, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Radium Girls, Godspell, and You Can’t Take It With You. A proud alumna of AACS (Class of 2011), while a student here, she was an active member of the Drama Club and International Thespian Society, performing in productions such as The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Godspell, and You Can't Take it With You. After high school, while pursuing her Associate’s Degree in Theatre Arts, Ms. Bierc performed as Grace Bradley in The Best Christmas Pageant Ever and Petruchio in a gender-role reversal production of Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew, for which she was nominated for the Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship at The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival in 2012. Other recent credits include AACS’s productions of Little Women (Production & Properties Manager), You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Production & Properties Manager), and Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre’s production of Footloose (Costume Crew).

Emily Hendrix, AACS Upper School, Music

Email: ehendrix@aacsonline.org

Emily Santucci-Hendrix is a music teacher at Annapolis Area Christian School Upper School. She holds a B.Mus. in Music Education and B.S. in Bible from Cairn University, and is currently working towards a M.M. in Instrumental Conducting from Messiah University. She has led and performed with various choral and instrumental ensembles, and made her debut in musical theatre as the music director for last year’s AACS production of Hello Dolly! She is passionate about music education, and strives to provide tools for students to not only perform well, but to become independent musicians and develop a love for music that points them towards Christ.

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