Camp Schedule Monday–Thursday:45-minute group lessons are organized by instrument. Each instrument has two available session times—please choose either the AM or PM option. Friday:Full rehearsal, all 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMCamp Showcase 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Introduce your student to the world of middle school band! Professionally led by APS Band directors, this program ensures musical skills stay fresh right before school begins. It’s the ultimate experience for incoming students to build confidence and ensure a successful, seamless transition this fall. Joining band empowers students to boost their brainpower, build lasting friendships, and develop the disciplined teamwork necessary for lifelong success.

Join us in this unique opportunity is designed for students planning to play a musical instrument in band. With limited scheduling during the school year, we strongly encourage all interested students to begin their lessons over the summer for the best experience. Registration and instrument pick up will take place during the Beginning Band Display Nights at DMS on Wed, Apr 9 and 10 from 4-7 pm.

Camp Schedule Monday–Thursday:45-minute group lessons are organized by instrument. Each instrument has two available session times—please choose either the AM or PM option. Friday:Full rehearsal, all 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMCamp Showcase 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Introduce your student to the world of middle school orchestra! Professionally led by APS Orchestra director, this program ensures musical skills stay fresh right before school begins. It’s the ultimate experience for incoming students to build confidence and ensure a successful, seamless transition this fall. Joining Orchestra empowers students to boost their brainpower, build lasting friendships, and develop the disciplined teamwork necessary for lifelong success.

Join us for some fun as you 'Stuff & Fluff' your way to a new best friend! Hand-stuff your own furry companion (no sewing required), make a wish on a heart, and tuck it safely inside. The excitement continues as you name your animal, fill out a birth certificate, and take your new friend home. Choose from over 30 animals, including cats, dogs, unicorns, dinosaurs, and more—you'll recognize your perfect pet as soon as you see it!

Students will explore the fundamentals of robotics and STEM through engaging, hands-on activities. Working in small groups, they will design, build, and program robots using Lego Mindstorms kits that feature both electrical and mechanical components. Guided by experienced and enthusiastic instructors, students will develop problem-solving, teamwork, and engineering skills. Parents are invited to watch their child’s creations come to life during exciting and friendly competitions such as drag racing, dueling robots, and more.

The high school FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC), 3313 Mechatronics Team invites you to learn robotics by designing, building, and programming with EV3/Spike Prime kits. Students will develop critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while performing missions. Develop your skills in engineering, programming, problem-solving, and collaboration, while promoting a passion for science and technology.

The high school FIRST Tech Competition (FRC), 3313 Mechatronics Team invites you to learn robotics by designing, building, and programming with Tetrix FTC robot kits. Students will develop critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while performing missions. Develop your skills in engineering, programming, problem-solving, and collaboration, while promoting a passion for science and technology.

Gyotaku is the traditional Japanese method of printing using fish. Learn about the ancient practice and create your own prints to display at home.

Dive into summer fun with Hooked on Cookie’s: Summer Edition! In this creative class, youth will decorate cookies inspired by sunny beach days and fishing adventures. From seashells and starfish to fishing poles and colorful catches, each cookie becomes a playful canvas for imagination. Participants will learn simple decorating techniques, experiment with vibrant colors, and bring their summer stories to life through edible art. At the end of class, everyone will take home their decorated cookies to share with family and friends—sweet souvenirs of a summer well spent.

Embark on an action-packed introduction to comic creation! Learn the essentials of paneling, character design, and visual storytelling in this exciting crash course. Whether you're a comic enthusiast or a newcomer, you’re in for a one-of-a-kind experience as we guide you through the basics of bringing your stories to life on the page.

If you like playing video games, you’ll love designing them! Trained instructors will teach students how to program their own video games using an engaging program called Kodu. They will create their own world, populate it with characters, and then play the games they create during class. Students will learn important programming skills while having tons of fun, with no prior experience needed!

Welcome to Little Einstein's Lab, where curiosity bubbles over and science fizzes to life! In this hands-on, high-energy course, young scientists will explore the wonders of chemistry using the scientific method to guide their wild investigations. This session transforms ordinary household items—like baking soda, vinegar, milk, soap, and food coloring—into spectacular experiments that pop, fizz, foam, and surprise.

Come and learn the basics of macrame in this beginner & youth friendly class! We will cover essential knots, materials, and techniques while creating a finished plant propagation station. No prior experience required - just come ready to knot, relax, and have fun!

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Take your Minecraft skills to the next level with Minecraft Engineering Challenge, the ultimate STEM-powered sequel for fans of the game! Students will dive into the world of Redstone to design circuits, build logic gates, and optimize resource pipelines while sharpening problem-solving and systems thinking skills. The camp builds toward an exciting “Engineering Olympics,” where participants put their creations to the test in timed challenges that reward both creativity and efficiency. This camp offers a hands-on way to explore real engineering concepts inside the game kids already love—perfect for players ready to go beyond building and into the science of how things work!

Embark on a creative adventure with our Kids' Creative Art Classes! Each session features a unique craft. June 29 -salt painting July 27- bedroom door signs, August 10- mini clay figures

Kids can get their feet wet in the time-honored tradition of model boat building in this class. We’ll be using beginner level model boat kits geared towards kids ages 10 & up.

Get ready to jump, chant, and cheer your heart out! In this high-energy class, students will learn fun cheer moves, spirited chants, and beginner-friendly stunts—all while building confidence, teamwork, and a strong sense of community. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to have a blast while staying active, this class focuses on positivity, encouragement, and school spirit. Led by Alicia Sidd, a certified USA Cheer/Rec Safety & Risk Management instructor, students will learn in a safe and supportive environment.