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Summer at SJA

This summer, St. Joseph’s Academy is excited to offer the "Summer at SJA" on-campus enrichment program for 5th-8th grade girls.

Safety regulations set forth by St. Louis County will be followed, including completing a daily health screening form, mask wearing, social distancing and frequent hand washing.

For any questions regarding enrichment camps, please contact Mrs. Cori Castellano Sallaberry '96 at csallaberry@sja1840.org.

Week 1: June 7-11, 2021

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STEM Summer Camp

Session 1: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Session 2: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

5th-8th Grade

Welcome to a fun-filled week of STEM! This week, we will focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math activities, labs and engagement. Each day of the week, we will focus on a different Science subject (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Forensics and Environmental Science). Come experience what being a future Angel scientist is all about!

Instructors: Mrs. Jennifer Bisch and Mrs. Rachel Kupper, SJA Science Teachers

Fee: $125
Sphero Robotics Intro Course

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

5th-8th Grade

Using the Sphero Sprk+, we will explore basic programming concepts and participate in a variety of activities from bowling to darts to racing and more! Each day, we will try something new with our Sphero Sprk+ and learn how certain code elements allow us to perform these tasks. A tablet or laptop is required. No coding experience is necessary!

Instructor: Ms. Carrie Hill, SJA Computer Science Teacher

Fee: $125
Living Faith Through Inclusivity and Activism

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

5th-8th Grade

Do you want our community and world to experience an explosion of love? Are you willing to be vulnerable and courageous as you learn about bias, stereotypes, prejudice, and how to call your friends and family in instead of calling them out? Can you name your superpower and see how you can use it to be an activist as you create an inclusive and safe community? Each day, students will look at creating inclusive communities through the lens of scripture, the CSJ charism, and various activities that will be both reflective and creative. These discussions and activities will take place in a supportive and safe environment.

Instructor: Ms. Ann Hammer, SJA Theology Teacher

Fee: $125
Arts & Crafts

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

5th-8th Grade

Spend the morning working on arts and crafts! A variety of hands-on crafting techniques and supplies will be used, including paint, beads, tissue paper, string and tie-dye. The focus will be on FUN and CREATIVITY!

Instructor: Mrs. Cori Sallaberry, SJA Business Teacher

Fee: $125
Improv

Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

5th-8th Grade

Have you ever watched Whose Line Is It Anyway or secretly wanted to show the world your comedy skills? Or, are you trying to break out of your shell and build your confidence? Either way, this is the camp for you! During this fun-filled week, we will participate in lots of socially distanced improv activities and games like “Freeze” and “Questions Only” that are sure to build your confidence and fine-tune your comedy skills. All you have to do is bring your imagination!

Instructor: Ms. Carrie Hill, SJA Computer Science Teacher

Fee: $125
Origami

Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

5th-8th Grade

This craft camp will explore the Japanese art of paper folding. We will learn how to make basic origami folds on a flat piece of origami paper, and how to combine those into a three-dimensional paper sculpture. Participants will use a variety of folding techniques to create a wide range of paper figures, including flowers, animals, boxes, and geometric shapes. No prior craft or art experience is necessary!

Instructor: Ms. Hannah Decker, SJA World Language Teacher

Fee: $125

Week 2: June 14-18, 2021

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Sphero Robotics Intro Course

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

5th-8th Grade

Using the Sphero Sprk+, we will explore basic programming concepts and participate in a variety of activities from bowling to darts to racing and more! Each day, we will try something new with our Sphero Sprk+ and learn how certain code elements allow us to perform these tasks. A tablet or laptop is required. No coding experience is necessary!

Instructor: Ms. Carrie Hill, SJA Computer Science Teacher

Fee: $125
Living Faith Through Inclusivity and Activism

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

5th-8th Grade

Do you want our community and world to experience an explosion of love? Are you willing to be vulnerable and courageous as you learn about bias, stereotypes, prejudice, and how to call your friends and family in instead of calling them out? Can you name your superpower and see how you can use it to be an activist as you create an inclusive and safe community? Each day, students will look at creating inclusive communities through the lens of scripture, the CSJ charism, and various activities that will be both reflective and creative. These discussions and activities will take place in a supportive and safe environment.

Instructor: Ms. Ann Hammer, SJA Theology Teacher

Fee: $125
Arts & Crafts

Time: 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.

5th-8th Grade

Spend the morning working on a variety of arts and crafts! An array of hands-on crafting techniques and supplies will be used, including paint, beads, tissue paper, string and tie-dye. The focus will be on FUN and CREATIVITY!

**We will do different craft projects than in the previous week, so you are welcome to join us for two full weeks!

Instructor: Mrs. Cori Sallaberry, SJA Business Teacher

Fee: $125
Improv

Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

5th-8th Grade

Have you ever watched Whose Line Is It Anyway or secretly wanted to show the world your comedy skills? Or, are you trying to break out of your shell and build your confidence? Either way, this is the camp for you! During this fun-filled week, we will participate in lots of socially distanced improv activities and games like “Freeze” and “Questions Only” that are sure to build your confidence and fine-tune your comedy skills. All you have to do is bring your imagination!

Instructor: Ms. Carrie Hill, SJA Computer Science Teacher

Fee: $125
Origami

Time: 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

5th-8th Grade

This craft camp will explore the Japanese art of paper folding. We will learn how to make basic origami folds on a flat piece of origami paper, and how to combine those into a three-dimensional paper sculpture. Participants will use a variety of folding techniques to create a wide range of paper figures, including flowers, animals, boxes, and geometric shapes. No prior craft or art experience is necessary!

Instructor: Ms. Hannah Decker, SJA World Language Teacher

Fee: $125
Exploring Drawing

Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

5th-8th Grade

This camp is designed to explore and build drawing skills. The idea is for individuals to learn to view the world differently allowing drawing skills to immediately develop and improve. You will be amazed how simple tricks and pointers can enhance your love of drawing. Any level of artist is welcome!

Instructor: Ms. Mary Beth Wilson, SJA Art Teacher

Fee: $125
Children of the Holocaust

Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

5th-8th Grade

Are you interested in the Holocaust? Maybe you have read and enjoyed The Diary of Anne Frank, or Number the Stars or The Book Thief? Then, you should journey with me as we explore children’s experiences during the Holocaust through art, diaries, poetry, photos, and the life story of a child survivor. You will be asked to use your writing, reading, and speaking skills in unison to write poetry, create a photo collage, artistically embellish butterfly symbols, construct an art exhibition, as well as write a letter & virtually “speak” to a child Holocaust survivor. Materials needed: markers, glue stick, scissors, pen or pencil, and 1 subject notebook.

Instructor: Mrs. Kelly Berry, SJA English teacher and Holocaust Literature Teacher

Fee: $125

2021 Summer Athletic Camps

Click here to see all of our summer athletic camps.

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Matheny-Goessling-Stock Basketball Camp

When: June 1 - 3, 2021, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Who: Girls entering 5th - 9th grades
Camp fee: $120.00
Location: St. Joseph's Academy
Contact: Coach Julie Matheny by phone at (314) 984-9313 or by email at jmatheny@sja1840.org

Click here for the registration form.
Field Hockey Camp

When: June 21 - 24, 2021, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Who: Girls entering 3rd - 9th grades
Camp fee: $100.00
Location: St. Joseph's Academy
Contact: Coach Claire Aubel by phone at (314) 814-1844 or by email at caubel@sja1840.org

Click here for the registration form.
Golf

Golf does not offer a camp, please contact Carol Fromuth at (314) 494-6306 or by email at cfromuth@sja1840.org for information on summer programs and tryout information.
Lacrosse Camp

When: June 7 - 10, 2021, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Who: Girls entering 5th - 9th grades
Camp fee: $100.00
Location: St. Joseph's Academy
Contact: Coach Jen Bisch by phone at (314) 324-6125 or by email at jbisch@sja1840.org

Click here for the registration form.
Soccer Camp

When: June 14 - 17, 2021, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Who: Girls entering 3rd - 9th grades
Camp fee: $100.00
Location: St. Joseph's Academy
Contact: Coach Maureen McVey by phone at (314) 374-8562 or by email at mmcvey@sja1840.org

Click here for the registration form.
Softball Camp

When: June 14 - 16, 2021, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Who: Girls entering 6th - 9th grades
Camp fee: $100.00
Location: St. Joseph's Academy
Contact: Coach JP Cummings by email at jcummings@sja1840.org

Click here for the registration form.
Swimming/Diving

The Swim & Dive Team does not offer a summer camp. Contact Coach Mary Beth Wilson for information on summer programs at mawilson@sja1840.org.
Tennis Camp

When: July 27 - 29, 2021, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Who: Girls entering 7th - 12th grades
Camp fee: $100.00
Location: St. Joseph's Academy
Contact: Coach Doug Smith by phone at (314) 753-1343 or by email at dsmith@sja1840.org

Click here for the registration form.
Volleyball Camp

When:
Session 1: June 7-10, 2021, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. for girls entering 3rd - 6th grades
Session 2: June 7-10, 2021, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. for girls entering 7th - 9th grades
Camp fee: $100.00
Location: St. Joseph's Academy
Contact: Coach Jacqui Zancanata by phone at (314) 974-3097 or by email at jzancanata@sja1840.org

Click here for the registration form.

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St. Joseph’s Academy is a private, Catholic high school for girls in St. Louis, Missouri, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Our mission is to provide quality Catholic education for young women in an environment that challenges them to grow in faith, knowledge, and respect for self and others. Our community expects these young women to make a profound impact in the world.