Each day is a new adventure in the Adventure Camp! Campers will travel and enjoy the sights and sounds of Coastal Georgia and South Carolina. Each week includes a theme with field trips and activities based on the weekly theme. Campers will explore lots of creative activities throughout the summer and will enjoy sports, games, history and exploring nature in several scheduled field trips. In addition, there will be outdoor play, movies, and time to spend with old and new friends. Students will be transported by school bus for all field trips. Experienced adult instructors will accompany the students on field trips. Parents are kept informed of all activities and field trip locations with a weekly agenda for the camp. It is imperative that parents familiarize themselves with each week’s activities. Because of time constraints, the bus cannot wait for students who arrive late to camp. Students who arrive late for field trips will return home with parents. The Community Education Office reserves the right to make changes in the weekly agendas based on enrollment, scheduling conflicts, or weather conditions. Parents will be kept informed of any schedule changes. Open to students entering grades 1 - 8. Before and after care are available for Summer Adventure Camps.

All-Star Athletes is a program that will develop your child’s physical strength, power, speed, agility, endurance, and flexibility. Sessions will provide introduction and practice of dynamic stretching, form running, agility training, and body weight strength conditioning. The week-long camp will each include skills practice and development in a variety of recreational sports including basketball, soccer, baseball/softball, football, lacrosse, volleyball and a variety of other games and activities. Open to grades 1-5. No transport is available for this camp. No before or after care is available for this camp.

June 1-5 - Olympics Camp: Experience the World Games! With the Amazing Athletes "World Games" Olympics Camp, we will go on a fun cultural journey through the various countries and their most popular sports. We’ll learn, practice, and play while exploring the history, culture, and interests from countries worldwide. Open to students entering grades K-2. Before and after care are NOT available for this camp. June 15-19 - Olympics Camp: Experience the World Games! With the Amazing Athletes "World Games" Olympics Camp, we will go on a fun cultural journey through the various countries and their most popular sports. We’ll learn, practice, and play while exploring the history, culture, and interests from countries worldwide. Open to students entering grades 3-6. Before and after care are NOT available for this camp. June 29-July 2 - Sports & STEAM: At our Sports & STEAM Camps, kids have an incredible experience developing skills on the field and enhancing cognitive abilities through sports, arts, music, and more! Our camps follow the cherished structure of a typical camp, promoting teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving. Open to students entering grades K-2. Before and after care are NOT available for this camp. July 6-10 - Sports & STEAM: At our Sports & STEAM Camps, kids have an incredible experience developing skills on the field and enhancing cognitive abilities through sports, arts, music, and more! Our camps follow the cherished structure of a typical camp, promoting teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving. Open to students entering grades 3-6. Before and after care are NOT available for this camp.

Archery Camp Archery summer camp is designed to introduce students to the sport of archery. This camp is designed specifically for middle schoolers balancing the technical discipline of the sport with high-energy games. The program follows a "Safety First, Fun Always" philosophy geared toward beginning and intermediate archers. This camp will ensure participants are knowledgeable in the "11 Steps to Archery Success" (NASP standard), range etiquette, and team-based competition. Equipment is provided for use during camp, and participants are responsible for the following: Wear a long sleeve shirt Wear closed toe shoes Hair must be tied back No dangling jewelry “Arm guards” can be worn if you have your own. Open to students entering grades 4 - 8; There is no bus transport for this camp. No before or after care is available for this camp.

Welcome to our Artistic Expressions Summer Camp where creativity knows no bounds! Campers will explore a variety of art mediums in a fun and lighthearted environment. This class is a perfect for those who want to dive deeper into their artistic interests and experiment with new techniques! All materials are provided. Open to students entering grades 3-6. Before and after care are NOT available for this camp.

This course teaches students to meet the basic needs of children in a care-taking environment with a focus on safety. The training will help students develop leadership skills, start a babysitting business and learn how to communicate with parents while keeping themselves and others safe. Students will also learn child feeding and diapering techniques. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certification card. This class also incorporates a Pediatric First Aid Course that instructs students on how to deal with first aid issues to include medical emergencies, the use of an Epi-pen injector, injury emergencies, how to handle environmental emergencies, and Stop the Bleed training. Also covered are adult/child and infant CPR procedures as well as how to react to a child or infant who is choking. Only 20 students are accepted for this course, so early registration is encouraged. NOTE: Students must attend all classes in order to receive certification. Open to students ages 11-17. Before care is available.

Basketball Camp at MES This camp is designed to teach kids the fundamentals of basketball. Lessons will focus on shooting form, dribbling skills, and passing. The class is taught by Mario Anderson, an experienced basketball coach and former player. Mr. Anderson has coached basketball at the middle school, high school, and college levels. Beginners and experienced students are welcome. Students will have the opportunity to play five on five against each other. Developing a positive culture that promotes self-confidence, teamwork, and fun will be the foundation. Students will be engaged in various drills and games to help improve their basketball fundamentals. Maximum 24 students for this class. Open to students entering grades 3 - 5. There is no bus transport for this camp. No before or after care is available for this camp.

In this camp, campers will learn how to play chess or improve existing knowledge of the game. Campers will learn rules, tactics, and strategies all while engaging in friendly competitions. Open to beginners and players with experience entering grades 3-6. Before care is available for this camp. After care is NOT available for this camp.

Dance Camp Music, movement, dance, and more! Dance camp is the perfect way for children to learn about dance, make new friends, and create lasting memories. Designed for dancers of all levels, this camp gives students the opportunity to try a wide variety of styles such as ballet, tap, and jazz. Twirl, hop, spin, jump, bend, and move in this fun, camp. Open to students entering grades K - 8. Before care is available for this camp. After care is NOT available for this camp.

This flag football camp for young girls is designed to introduce and teach the fundamentals of the game in a fun and supportive environment. Through engaging activities and practice sessions, players will learn the basic rules, skills, and techniques of flag football, including passing, catching, running, and flag pulling. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork, sportsmanship, and building confidence both on and off the field. Students should wear athletic shoes, have hair tied back, and bring a water bottle. Open to rising K-5 students. Students will be grouped into smaller groups within the camp based on age. Before care is available for this camp. After care is NOT available for this camp.

Summer Gymnastics Gymnastics camps will be offered for the groups listed below. The camps are open to boys and girls. The camps will emphasize flexibility and conditioning, movement education, and apparatus training including beam, uneven bars, parallel bars, vault, mini-trampoline, and floor. Registration is limited in each age/ability grouping. The instructor is Deborah Hager-Luebbert who has taught gymnastics and tumbling with Community Education for 34 years. She is an accomplished gymnast winning a state title championship and competing at nationals and the SEC-NCAA on a four-year collegiate gymnastics scholarship. She coached as an assistant coach after graduation and then directed Savannah Gymnastics for seven years. She is featured in the book “Legacy of The Blues” for her collegiate competition years. Come join the fun while learning and understanding the concepts of physical and mental training in the sport of gymnastics. Before and after care are available for all classes except Tumbling Tots and for Tumbling the week of July 20. Tumbling Tots: The goal of Tumbling Tots camp is for 2-year-old to 3-year-old students to enjoy being active and to gain an understanding of body-in-motion awareness. Studies show that important reading skills and perceptual motor skills are enhanced if a child’s level of self-confidence and motor skills are raised during the formative preschool years. This half-day gymnastics camp is designed with positive reinforcement for developing skills that will accelerate motor development, agility, coordination, flexibility, strength, a love for physical activity, and high self-esteem. Classes include movement education, tumbling, balance beam, uneven bars, mini-trampoline, and vaulting. The use of other apparatus such as balls, hula hoops, parachute, bright colored squares, blocks, and circles will be used to enhance the awareness of shapes and colors. Before and after care are NOT available for this class. Intermediate/Advanced Gymnastics: Students in this class will be working on the more advanced skills on all the apparatus equipment of floor, uneven bars, beam, vault, parallel bars, and mini-trampoline. Drills and conditioning are a must to develop strength and flexibility. This is an all-day camp that is open to intermediate-level students who can perform the basic back walk-over, front walk-over, and are working on perfecting back handsprings. This camp is also open to those performing skills at the advanced level, such as standing back tucks, round-off back handsprings, back layout, and full twist. Students should bring a lunch and drink every day. Preschool/Beginner Gymnastics: This camp is open to Pre-K-3rd grade. Students should bring a lunch and drink each day. Early registration is a must. In addition to the basic development of gymnastics skills on the balance beam, uneven bars, vault, mini-trampoline, and tumbling, preschool students will work on cognitive skills such as letters, shapes, colors, the skeletal system, and major muscle groups. Activities are designed to help improve self-confidence, flexibility, balance, and rhythm. Preschool gymnastics students will participate in a study of good nutrition and the importance of a healthy body. They will develop skills enhancing their fine motor skills and gross motor skills. This will be a physically challenging camp that teaches the skills that give young children stronger bodies and sharper minds as well as an understanding of their bodies’ capabilities while emphasizing fundamental gymnastics skills on all apparatus and appropriate-sized mats and equipment. All preschool students must be four years old by May 26, 2025 to attend this camp. Beginner/Intermediate Gymnastics: This is an all-day camp open to new or beginner students with little or no previous gymnastics training. The students will be working on progressing basic skills such as cartwheels, one arm cartwheels, front walkovers, back walkovers, and round-offs. Drills and conditioning will be emphasized to enhance and perfect strength and coordination to enable the students to learn more advanced skills safely. Students will learn basic skills on all apparatus such as the balance beam, parallel bars, uneven bars, vault, floor, and mini-trampoline. Students should bring a lunch and drink every day. Tumbling Camp: This camp specializes in tumbling skills for all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Students will be training and conditioning to enhance strength and agility and will be performing drills to reach skill level goals of each individual student. This camp will include floor exercise skills and mini-trampoline. Students must have at least one year of prior gymnastics experience and must have completed the second grade or higher to enroll. Students should bring a lunch and drink each day. Before and after care are NOT available for this class the week of July 20. Gymnastics/Tumbling Camp: This camp specializes in gymnastics and tumbling skills for all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Students will be training and conditioning to enhance strength and agility and will be performing drills to reach skill level goals of each individual student. This camp will include floor exercise skills and mini-trampoline. Students must have at least one year of prior gymnastics experience and must have completed the second grade or higher to enroll. Students should bring a lunch and drink each day. Before and after care are NOT available for this class the week of July 27.

Students will build basketball fundamentals including dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense through fun drills, small-sided games, and 5-on-5 scrimmages. All skill levels are welcome, and this camp emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence alongside skill development, giving kids a chance to grow on and off the court in a supportive, high-energy environment. Open to students entering grades 3 - 6. There is no bus transport for this camp. No before or after care is available for this camp.

Saddle up for a rootin’-tootin’ week of fun at Little Buckaroos Rodeo Camp! Young cowboys and cowgirls will dive into a week of Wild West excitement, packed with hands-on creativity and big outdoor energy. Campers will decorate their own cowboy hats, belt out lively campfire songs, race through action‑packed games like sack races and stick‑horse barrel racing, and build confidence while making new friends on the trail. It’s the perfect blend of imagination, adventure, and summertime joy. Open to ages 4-7. Before and after care are available for this camp.

Embark on a week of outdoor adventure where campers will explore nature through exciting activities like archery, kayaking, fishing, and hiking! Designed for elementary-aged and middle school explorers, this hands-on program teaches outdoor skills, teamwork, and a love for the great outdoors. Campers will build confidence, make new friends, and create lasting memories in the wild! Open to students entering grades 4-8. No transport is available for this camp. No before or after care is available for this camp.

Paper Crafts Explore the world of paper constructions in this unique new class! Students will learn origami, pop-up book techniques, Paper/STEM crossover constructions, and create art with paper cutting. Students will develop a pop-up book and a frame worthy piece of art by the end of the week. Equipment used during the class (except for hobby knives) will be given to the students at the end of the class to continue making their own works. Skills developed in this class will last a lifetime. Open to students entering grades 4-5 and 6-8. Before and after care are available for this camp.

Summer Pickleball Camp – Join the Fun! Looking for a fun and active way to keep your child engaged this summer? Sign them up for our Summer Pickleball Camp led by Coach Shank and Coach Landolt. This camp is perfect for beginners and those looking to improve their skills. Students will be immersed in the world of pickleball through a variety of skill building practices, technique training, as well as some fun game play experiences. What to Expect: ✅ Learn basic pickleball skills, techniques, and rules ✅ Improve fitness, flexibility, and sportsmanship ✅ Enjoy fun drills and game play ✅ All equipment provided for use during camp ✅ Camp will be held indoors Limited spots available! Sign up today and let’s get rallying! Open to students entering grades 3 - 7. Bus transport is NOT available for this camp. Before and after care are NOT available for this camp.

Are you seeking a dynamic and enjoyable activity for your kids during Summer, look no further than Playball Sports Summer Camps! Our camps are packed with thrilling games, skill-building activities, and engaging drills. We utilize our top coaches and provide all the necessary Playball equipment and more. Catering to ages 3-7, our camps are inclusive, emphasizing fun, activity, and social interaction. Join us for a memorable and energetic experience! Before care is available for the morning camps. After care is NOT available for the afternoon camps. Child must have turned 3 before the start of camp and must be fully potty trained.

Pre-K Kiddie Kamp for 4-year-olds and 5-year-olds Kiddie Kamp provides four and five-year-old preschool students a summer filled with adventure, new discoveries, and fun. The hands-on curriculum spans many themes and presents preschool students with age-appropriate responsibilities and challenges. These students have a natural curiosity and desire to learn, and they enjoy being with other students their age. This camp has been designed to provide activities that build on social and learning skills and present opportunities to learn about sharing, respecting others, building friendships, and developing new interests. The hands-on, structured environment of this camp allows the preschool camper to explore activity centers, enjoy indoor and outdoor activities and field trips, and learn new skills. Campers will also have free time to enjoy group or individual activities through learning opportunities to prepare them for pre-kindergarten or kindergarten classes next school year. Campers must be at least four years old by June 1, 2026 to enroll in this camp. Before and after care are available for these camps. Campers will have a 30 to 45-minute rest time each afternoon. Parents will be provided with a weekly agenda. Campers must bring a lunch and drink. The Community Education Office reserves the right to make changes in the weekly agendas based on enrollment, scheduling conflicts, or weather conditions. Parents will be kept informed of any schedule changes.

Snapology Camps Bringing STEM to life using LEGO® bricks! Snapology Savannah summer camps provide a fun and safe environment for children to learn science, technology, engineering, and math concepts using LEGO® bricks and other building tools. We offer computer programming, robotics, animation, and STEM based programs as well as other themed favorites. Your child will learn, create, and innovate while having a blast in our camps! Robotics & Super Sampler (July 6-10; 9:00 AM-4:00 PM): Snapology’s Full-Day Robotics & Super Sampler combines hands-on STEM learning with imaginative building for an exciting, well-rounded day. In Creature Creator Robotics, campers design and program animal-inspired robotic models while exploring gear ratios, sensors, simple machines, and coding. In the Super Sampler session, kids dive into creative themes inspired by Star Wars, ninjas, super heroes, mining and crafting, and Harry Potter—bringing each world to life through engaging challenges built with LEGO bricks. It’s the perfect blend of creativity, problem-solving, and fun packed into one amazing day! Open to students entering grades 1 - 3. Before and after care available. Robotics Games & Engineering (July 13-17; 9:00 AM-4:00 PM): Snapology’s Full-Day Robotics Games & Engineering blends interactive robotics with hands-on mechanical design for a fun, skill-building experience. In the Robotics Games session, campers create and program their own playable robotic games while exploring gear ratios, sensors, pulleys, and coding—bringing creations like robotic hockey players, pinball machines, and ring toss challenges to life. In Foundational Engineering: Machines and Contraptions, students investigate how simple machines and mechanical movement work by building and testing dynamic models with LEGO bricks. Through designing, experimenting, and collaborative play, campers strengthen problem-solving skills, spark curiosity, and discover the excitement of engineering in action. Open to students entering grades 4 - 6. Before and after care available.

Pack your (imaginary) passport and get ready for a week of language, laughter, and global adventure! In this fun and energetic Spanish & French Language Camp, students will explore two exciting world languages side by side through music, games, movement, crafts, and hands-on activities. Campers will learn basic greetings, fun expressions, the alphabet, colors, weather, foods, family words, and more — all while discovering the vibrant cultures, traditions, and holidays of Spanish- and French-speaking countries. From singing catchy songs to playing interactive games and creating themed crafts, each day will feel like traveling to a new place around the world. This camp is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and show students how fun learning a new language can be. No prior experience is needed — just a willingness to play, explore, and try something new! Open to students entering grades 2-6. Before care is available for this camp. After care is NOT available for this camp.