Summer Camps
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Art, academic, & athletic adventures await your daughter at Harpeth Hall
Carol Garaby, Auxiliary Programs Director
WELCOME!
Whether it is serving a tennis ball or serving others, catching bugs or catching basketballs, building theatre sets or building business savvy, there is so much to try this summer at Harpeth Hall. For more than 18 years, the summer programs at Harpeth Hall have displayed excellence in teaching, leadership, and coaching, and this year is no exception. Echoing Harpeth Hall’s school mission, this summer we will teach your girl to think critically, lead confidently, and live honorably — and have fun, too!
I welcome you to look through the camp offerings below with your daughter and discover why I say, “Harpeth Hall has it all!”
Featured Camps
Summer Musical Intensive
This two-week program will provide an opportunity for rising 4th - 6th grade girls to audition, rehearse, and perform Seussical Kids!
During rehearsals, students will master the music from the show as well as learn the musical’s staging and choreography. The two weeks will culminate with two full performances on Friday, June 16, at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Students are expected to attend all rehearsals and performances.
2023 Calendar of Camps
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- Week 1 | May 30 - June 2
- Week 2 | June 5 - 9
- Week 3 | June 12 - 16
- Week 4 | June 19 - 23
- Week 5 | June 26 - 30
- Week 6 | July 3 - 7
- Week 7 | July 10 - 14
- Week 8 | July 17 - 21
- Week 9 | July 24 - 28
Week 1 | May 30 - June 2
Week 1 | May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp week)
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- All Sports Camp (1st - 3rd grades)
- Let’s Play All Sports Camp (4th - 8th grades)
- Parks, Picnics, and Play (1st – 3rd grades)
All Sports Camp (1st - 3rd grades)
Rising 1st – 3rd grades
Week 1: May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp) $325
Week 2: June 5 - 9 ($385)
Week 3: June 12 - 16 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In All Sports Camp and Crafts, campers will spend their days active. From sport-specific sessions such as softball and basketball to fun games like dodgeball and octopus tag, girls will learn athletic skills, compete in a fun environment, and stay active! Depending on the weather, campers will also have the opportunity to work on their crafting skills by designing sport specific art and crafts based on the theme for the day. Harpeth Hall coaches will lead the campers in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem, confidence, and sportsmanship.
Let’s Play All Sports Camp (4th - 8th grades)
Rising 4th – 8th grades
Week 1: May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp) $325
Week 2: June 5 - 9 ($385)
Week 3: June 12 - 16 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In Let’s Play All Sports, campers will spend their days active. From sport-specific sessions such as softball and basketball to fun games like dodgeball and octopus tag, girls will learn athletic skills, compete in a fun environment, and stay active! Harpeth Hall coaches will lead the campers in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem, confidence, and sportsmanship. Coaches will teach fundamentals and intermediate skills for each sport and incorporate these skills into the games and activities throughout the week. Girls are grouped by experience level and will rotate through the various sports throughout the week.
Parks, Picnics, and Play (1st – 3rd grades)
Rising 1st – 3rd grades
Week 1: May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp) ($325)
Week 2: June 5-9 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Red rover, red rover, can your girl come over? Join Harpeth Hall upper school science teacher Jennifer Perry as she takes the girls to a different park every day. The girls will play games such as chalk art, Perler beads, tag, and various board games under the parks’ covered patios. Afterward, they will enjoy a shaded picnic lunch. The afternoon will take place back at Harpeth Hall, where campers will enjoy a frosty snack, continue crafts and games, and experience different creation stations for a fun-filled day! Space is limited.
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
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Introducing Harpeth Hall's latest summer camp addition! Summer Musical Intensive
This two-week program will provide an opportunity for rising 4th - 6th grade girls to audition, rehearse, and perform Seussical Kids!
Director: Heidi Wolter, Harpeth Hall's middle school music teacher and theatre director
Dates: June 5-16 (two weeks) The camp will end with two performances on June 16 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday for a two-week intensive
Location: Frances Bond Davis Theatre
Cost: $795
During rehearsals, students will master the music from the show as well as learn the musical’s staging and choreography. The two weeks will culminate with two full performances on Friday, June 16, at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Students are expected to attend all rehearsals and performances.
* While an audition is not required to participate, it is recommended for students wanting to be considered for a major speaking or singing role. An audition workshop will take place at Harpeth Hall on Saturday, May 13, from 9-11a.m. Students will attend the workshop, or, if unavailable, may submit a video for consideration. More audition information will be shared with participants after registration.
About Seussical Kids!
Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat (our narrator) tells the story of Horton the elephant.The sweet-natured Horton discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos, including young Jojo, who gets in trouble for thinking too many "thinks." Horton's challenge is twofold — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping, and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community emerge triumphant!
Don't miss these additional summer offerings at Harpeth Hall!
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STEM Summer Institute
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Select 6th through 12th grade students from across Middle Tennessee can apply to participate in our STEM Summer Institute, Harpeth Hall's premier research-based STEM summer program where girls use the engineering design process to solve real-world problems as they create, build, and test prototype solutions. As they learn, campers visit local laboratories and engage with a diverse group of women in STEM careers. At the end of the two-week experience, students present their projects to a team of STEM professionals to gain feedback and greater understanding. The application for summer 2023 is available now. Camp takes place May 30 - June 9, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday. Log in to the registration portal and apply before April 15 to be considered. Interested students must provide a teacher or counselor reference as part of the application process.
Spark!
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Harpeth Hall’s newest program, Summer Spark for Girls, will ignite the joy of learning, inspire academic and personal growth, and celebrate the whole girl as she makes discoveries and develops supportive friendships in a small cohort of learners. This two-week, full-day program for rising 6th grade students offers classes in language arts, math, and leadership. Working with Harpeth Hall faculty and staff, students will explore humanities, STEM, athletics, and the arts as they participate in activities that will keep their curiosity alive all summer long. Spark seeks to uplift and connect creative and purposeful girls from across Nashville. Priority consideration will be given to students from Metro Nashville schools. Current Harpeth Hall students are not eligible to participate. Camp takes place July 10-21, 2023, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday - Friday. Spaces are limited. Apply now! Questions: Email program director Natasha Robinson.
Time to Rise
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Nashville-based nonprofit Time to Rise offers positive and life-enriching activities and experiences for at-risk youth. The organization operates academically focused summer programs for students in 4th through 6th grades at four independent schools in Nashville. Each summer for the month of June, Harpeth Hall welcomes approximately 30 rising 5th and 6th grade girls to its campus for the month of June. Harpeth Hall teachers partner with students through learning and enrichment opportunities to discover empowerment through education and further develop character and confidence. Visit Time to Rise to learn more and apply.
Week 2 | June 5 - 9
Week 2 | June 5 - 9
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- All Sports Camp (1st - 3rd grades)
- Let’s Play All Sports Camp (4th - 8th grades)
- Parks, Picnics, and Play (1st – 3rd grades)
- Two Week Session! Summer Musical Intensive - Seussical Kids
All Sports Camp (1st - 3rd grades)
Rising 1st – 3rd grades
Week 1: May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp) $325
Week 2: June 5 - 9 ($385)
Week 3: June 12 - 16 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In All Sports Camp and Crafts, campers will spend their days active. From sport-specific sessions such as softball and basketball to fun games like dodgeball and octopus tag, girls will learn athletic skills, compete in a fun environment, and stay active! Depending on the weather, campers will also have the opportunity to work on their crafting skills by designing sport specific art and crafts based on the theme for the day. Harpeth Hall coaches will lead the campers in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem, confidence, and sportsmanship.
Let’s Play All Sports Camp (4th - 8th grades)
Rising 4th – 8th grades
Week 1: May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp) $325
Week 2: June 5 - 9 ($385)
Week 3: June 12 - 16 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In Let’s Play All Sports, campers will spend their days active. From sport-specific sessions such as softball and basketball to fun games like dodgeball and octopus tag, girls will learn athletic skills, compete in a fun environment, and stay active! Harpeth Hall coaches will lead the campers in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem, confidence, and sportsmanship. Coaches will teach fundamentals and intermediate skills for each sport and incorporate these skills into the games and activities throughout the week. Girls are grouped by experience level and will rotate through the various sports throughout the week.
Parks, Picnics, and Play (1st – 3rd grades)
Rising 1st – 3rd grades
Week 1: May 31 - June 3 (four-day camp) ($325)
Week 2: June 6 - 10 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Red rover, red rover, can your girl come over? Join Harpeth Hall upper school science teacher Jennifer Perry as she takes the girls to a different park every day. The girls will play games such as chalk art, Perler beads, tag, and various board games under the parks’ covered patios. Afterward, they will enjoy a shaded picnic lunch. The afternoon will take place back at Harpeth Hall, where campers will enjoy a frosty snack, continue crafts and games, and experience different creation stations for a fun-filled day! Space is limited.
Two Week Session! Summer Musical Intensive - Seussical Kids
Director: Heidi Wolter, Harpeth Hall's middle school music teacher and theatre director
Dates: June 5-16 (two weeks) The camp will end with two performances on June 16 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday through Friday for a two-week intensive
Location: Frances Bond Davis Theatre
Cost: $795
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fashion Makers- Creative Explorations in the Science of Textiles (4th-7th grades)
Rising 4th - 7th grades
Week 2: June 5 - 9
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$225
Discover how fabric is made and the science behind creating woven materials. From printing on fabric to making LED bracelets to using fusible textiles to create a fabric art piece, we explore how fabric is useful, beautiful, and functional. Every day is a fun new project using science, art, and your unique ideas! Kids Create Code instructor Sharon Mendonsa teaches this camp.
Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Comic Books and Creative Writing (4th - 7th grades)
Rising 4th - 7th grades
Week 2: June 5 - 9
12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
$185
Calling all creative writers! Ever wondered how to craft a colorful character or use an onomatopoeia? Grab your pencils and get ready for a jam-packed week of adventures in poetry, fiction, and memoir. Over the course of the week, you will explore the world of storytelling through engaging activities and creative prompts. Write, edit, and publish your work with an exploration and guide to getting published!
Week 3 | June 12 - 16
Week 3 | June 12 - 16
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- All Sports Camp (1st - 3rd grades)
- Let’s Play All Sports Camp (4th - 8th grades)
- Camp Sparkle! (K - 2nd grades)
All Sports Camp (1st - 3rd grades)
Rising 1st – 3rd grades
Week 1: May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp) $325
Week 2: June 5 - 9 ($385)
Week 3: June 12 - 16 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In All Sports Camp and Crafts, campers will spend their days active. From sport-specific sessions such as softball and basketball to fun games like dodgeball and octopus tag, girls will learn athletic skills, compete in a fun environment, and stay active! Depending on the weather, campers will also have the opportunity to work on their crafting skills by designing sport specific art and crafts based on the theme for the day. Harpeth Hall coaches will lead the campers in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem, confidence, and sportsmanship.
Let’s Play All Sports Camp (4th - 8th grades)
Rising 4th – 8th grades
Week 1: May 30 - June 2 (four-day camp) $325
Week 2: June 5 - 9 ($385)
Week 3: June 12 - 16 ($385)
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
In Let’s Play All Sports, campers will spend their days active. From sport-specific sessions such as softball and basketball to fun games like dodgeball and octopus tag, girls will learn athletic skills, compete in a fun environment, and stay active! Harpeth Hall coaches will lead the campers in an atmosphere that promotes self-esteem, confidence, and sportsmanship. Coaches will teach fundamentals and intermediate skills for each sport and incorporate these skills into the games and activities throughout the week. Girls are grouped by experience level and will rotate through the various sports throughout the week.
Camp Sparkle! (K - 2nd grades)
Rising K (must be 5 years old by May 30, 2023) – 2nd grades
Session 1 - Week 3: June 12-16
Session 2 - Week 4: June 19-23
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$385
This is the camp that little girls’ dreams are made of! Rainbows, unicorns, mermaids, science, and all things that sparkle and bubble! Harpeth Hall science teachers Legare Vest and Jennifer Perry will help your daughter explore the magic of science through experiments, crafts, potions, and creation stations. Girls will leave the week confident, curious, and in love with the magic of STEM. Each week includes different sparkly activities.
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
My First Lemonade Stand (1st - 4th grades)
Rising 1st - 4th grades
Week 3: June 12 - 16
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$225
Let's sell lemonade! Young students become "lemonade entrepreneurs'” and learn how to make yummy lemonade and earn money selling it! From designing marketing flyers to estimating profits to experimenting with recipes, students have fun while developing business savvy. Then, as an optional showcase event, students launch their lemonade stand to raise money for a charity they select! Spark Business Academy leads this camp.
Robotics (3rd - 6th grades)
Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
ARTchitects: Engineering & Art (4th - 6th grades)
Rising 4th - 6th grades
Week 3: June 12 - 16
12:30 p.m. - 3 pm
$250 (includes all materials)
In this camp, kids will learn the basics of architecture, including drawing, designing, and creating structures and buildings. Discover the inspiration for famous buildings and bridges, and design the home of your dreams or plan a new rollercoaster for your favorite theme park. Unleash your inner art-chitect with us this summer! This camp is run by Little Scholars.
Week 4 | June 19 - 23
Week 4 | June 19 - 23
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
My First All Sports Camp (K - 2nd grades)
K – 2nd grades (must be 5 years old by June 1)
Week 4: June 19 - 23
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$385
Harpeth Hall coach Liz Nelson and others will lead My First All Sports Camp, formerly called Let’s Play Sports Jr. This fun-filled week will be geared toward introducing girls to different sports and physical activities. Coaches will lead alternative wacky sports and games like scooter hockey, medic, and octopus. Friday will be a competitive Field Day. Let's Play Sports Junior is an excellent introduction to sports and fun P.E. games that keep girls active all day long! NOTE: all campers must be 5 years old by June 1, 2023.
Camp Sparkle! (K - 2nd grades)
Rising K (must be 5 years old by May 30, 2023) – 2nd grades
Session 1 - Week 3: June 12-16
Session 2 - Week 4: June 19-23
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$385
This is the camp that little girls’ dreams are made of! Rainbows, unicorns, mermaids, science, and all things that sparkle and bubble! Harpeth Hall science teachers Legare Vest and Jennifer Perry will help your daughter explore the magic of science through experiments, crafts, potions, and creation stations. Girls will leave the week confident, curious, and in love with the magic of STEM. Each week includes different sparkly activities.
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Care Bears (4th - 8th grades)
- Tennis (3rd - 6th grades)
- Middle School Tennis (7th – 8th grades)
- Invent: Design inspired by Nature STEM Camp (3rd - 6th grades)
- Beginner Soccer (3rd - 8th grades less than 2 years of soccer experience)
- Advanced Soccer (5th - 8th grades more than 2 years of soccer experience or currently playing rec or club soccer)
Care Bears (4th - 8th grades)
Rising 4th - 8th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$185
Spend a week of service, crafting and caring for others! Nothing brightens someone’s day quite like something handmade with love. During this exciting week, campers will learn about local non-profit agencies, travel off campus to various sites, and craft something unique that will benefit those whom the agencies serve. Girls will have a great time making the world a brighter place! Harpeth Hall Middle School Public Purpose Coordinator Katie King leads this camp.
Tennis (3rd - 6th grades)
Rising 3rd - 6th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$165
Led by Varsity Tennis Coach Buffy Baker, this camp is a good fit for beginner to intermediate tennis players. Campers will learn ground strokes, volleys, serving, and other fundamentals. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the rules for singles and doubles as well as the opportunity to compete in both. Each session will split players based on skill and age level. If campers have their own rackets, please bring them. If campers need to borrow equipment, please let us know in advance, and we will provide it.
Middle School Tennis (7th – 8th grades)
Rising 7th – 8th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$165
Led by Varsity Tennis Coach Buffy Baker, this camp is designed to fit the needs of beginner and intermediate tennis players. Campers will learn ground strokes, volleys, serving, and other fundamentals. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the rules for singles and doubles as well as the opportunity to compete in both. Each session will split players based on skill and age level. If campers have their own rackets, please bring them. If campers need to borrow equipment, please let us know in advance, and we will provide it.
Invent: Design inspired by Nature STEM Camp (3rd - 6th grades)
Invent: Design inspired by Nature STEM Camp
Rising 3rd - 6th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
Week 8: July 17 - 21
9 a.m. - noon
$225
Did you know that watching birds fly, whales swim, and spiders build webs has led to amazing discoveries that bioengineers use to make life better? Studying the unique characteristics of animals and plants helps us design better products, better medicines, and improve life on our planet. Each day campers will explore one example from nature and use that knowledge to inspire new ideas involving science, engineering, and art. Kids Create Code instructor Sharon Mendonsa teaches this camp.
Beginner Soccer (3rd - 8th grades less than 2 years of soccer experience)
Beginner Soccer
Rising 3rd - 8th grades (less than 2 years of soccer experience)
Week 4: June 19 - 23
Week 8: July 17 - 21
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$165
Whether your daughter is interested in playing soccer, wants to try out the sport, or has experience on the pitch, this camp is for you! Beginner players will learn the rules of the game and basic technique, playing fun games both inside and outside. This camp is led by Harpeth Hall varsity soccer coaches, members of the junior varsity soccer team, and is designed by varsity coach Meggie Lucas.
Advanced Soccer (5th - 8th grades more than 2 years of soccer experience or currently playing rec or club soccer)
Rising 5th - 8th grades (more than 2 years of soccer experience or currently playing rec or club soccer)
Week 4: June 19 - 23
Week 8: July 17 - 21
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$165
More advanced players will be coached on technique, strategy and tactics of the game. These sessions, both on the field and in the gym, will focus on competition and small sided games. This camp is led by Harpeth Hall varsity soccer coach Meggie Lucas and members of the varsity and junior varsity soccer team.
Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
- Young Debaters (5th - 8th grades)
- Rackets (1st – 8th grades)
- COLOR WHEELS Art Camp: Tale As Old As Time (1st - 5th grades)
Young Debaters (5th - 8th grades)
Rising 5th - 8th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
$225
In this camp, students learn the art of persuasion and help select interesting debate topics. Using a public forum debate format, students work in groups and practice their skills in a supportive environment, including developing arguments, issuing rebuttals, providing examples, rebuilding their case, and summarizing points of view. Young debaters learn to think
on their feet and enhance their public-speaking skills while gaining self-confidence. Spark Business Academy leads this camp.
Rackets (1st – 8th grades)
Rackets
Rising 1st – 8th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
$165
Join Harpeth Hall Varsity Tennis Coach Buffy Baker for a week of racket sports fun! Campers take it one step further than tennis and learn badminton, ping pong, and pickleball skills. All racket sports have one thing in common, the racket! The skills used for each sport and game have completely different techniques that you can learn and perfect. This camp is open to any skill level.
COLOR WHEELS Art Camp: Tale As Old As Time (1st - 5th grades)
Rising 1st – 5th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$225 (includes all materials)
Using literature as our guide, we’ll create masterpieces inspired by the stories we love. We’ll capture the classics like The Wizard of Oz, Cinderella, and Goldilocks along with modern treasures like Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and Harry Potter through illustration, painting, and sculpting. Projects will include painting the Emerald City, sculpting the Three Bears, illustrating an Oompa Loompa, and many more! Come join the creative fun!
Week 5 | June 26 - 30
Week 5 | June 26 - 30
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
NEW! Camp Honeybear (K - 3rd grades)
Rising K (must be 5 years old by June 15, 2023) - rising 3rd grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30 - Sunshine and Rainbows
Week 7: July 10 - 14 - Flip Flops and Flamingos
Week 8: July 17 - 21 - Wizards and Wonder
Week 9: July 24 - 28 - Sports Around the World
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$385 (lunch is included!)
Formerly known as Little Girls Camp, Camp Honeybear gives girls in rising K - 3rd grade the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities and explore everything that Harpeth Hall has to offer. Camp Honeybear campers will enjoy a fun week filled with games, crafts, science experiments, outdoor activities, and much more. Each week is themed to meet the needs and interests of our campers (and our staff alike!) Harpeth Hall upper school students are carefully selected and trained to serve as counselors and are campers’ favorite part of the week!
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Design the Runway (3rd - 4th grades)
- V.I.B.E. (5th - 6th grades)
- Lacrosse (4th - 8th grades)
- My First Piggy Bank (1st - 4th grades)
Design the Runway (3rd - 4th grades)
Rising 3rd - 4th grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$260
Design your very own fashion line! Budding designers will keep a fashion portfolio, create a one-of-a-kind piece with recyclable goods, and end the week with a runway show to rival NYC Fashion Week! Campers will also participate in several design challenges. Come design the runway with us! This camp is led by Little Scholars.
V.I.B.E. (5th - 6th grades)
Rising 5th - 6th grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$225
What’s your V.I.B.E.? Find your voice, ignite your positive identity, build a sense of belonging, and engage in your community. In this camp, girls participate in individual and group activities to develop the essential skills that will be with them for a lifetime. Catch your V.I.B.E.! This camp is run by Little Scholars.
Lacrosse (4th - 8th grades)
Rising 4th - 8th grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30
9 a.m. – noon
$165
Led by Harpeth Hall’s Varsity Lacrosse Head Coach Megan Clark, this camp is divided by grade level to allow for age-appropriate instruction in a fun yet competitive atmosphere. Games, drills, and scrimmages take place throughout the week to teach basic skills in an exciting environment.
My First Piggy Bank (1st - 4th grades)
Rising 1st - 4th grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$225
Earn, save, spend, and donate! Let's learn about money! This innovative program provides a solid foundation of financial literacy for kids in a fun setting. Games and hands-on activities help students internalize key concepts (like money, budgeting, and saving) in an engaging and supportive environment fostering teamwork. In addition, students use their arts and crafts skills to make piggy banks! Spark Business Academy leads this camp.
Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Design the Runway (5th - 6th grades)
Rising 5th - 6th grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30
12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
$260
Design your very own fashion line! Budding designers will keep a fashion portfolio, create a one-of-a-kind piece with recyclable goods, and end the week with a runway show to rival NYC Fashion Week! Campers will also participate in several design challenges. Come design the runway with us! This camp is led by Little Scholars.
V.I.B.E. (3rd - 4th grades)
Rising 3rd - 4th grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$225
What’s your V.I.B.E.? Find your voice, ignite your positive identity, build a sense of belonging, and engage in your community. In this camp, girls participate in individual and group activities to develop the essential skills that will be with them for a lifetime. Catch your V.I.B.E.! This camp is run by Little Scholars.
Week 6 | July 3 - 7
Week 7 | July 10 - 14
Week 7 | July 10 - 14
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
NEW! Camp Honeybear (K - 3rd grades)
Rising K (must be 5 years old by June 15, 2023) - rising 3rd grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30 - Sunshine and Rainbows
Week 7: July 10 - 14 - Flip Flops and Flamingos
Week 8: July 17 - 21 - Wizards and Wonder
Week 9: July 24 - 28 - Sports Around the World
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$385 (lunch is included!)
Formerly known as Little Girls Camp, Camp Honeybear gives girls in rising K - 3rd grade the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities and explore everything that Harpeth Hall has to offer. Camp Honeybear campers will enjoy a fun week filled with games, crafts, science experiments, outdoor activities, and much more. Each week is themed to meet the needs and interests of our campers (and our staff alike!) Harpeth Hall upper school students are carefully selected and trained to serve as counselors and are campers’ favorite part of the week!
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Enchanted Engineering (1st - 4th grades)
Rising 1st - 4th grades
Week 7: July 10 - 14
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$235
Once upon a time, our favorite storybook characters found themselves in sticky situations! We will save our favorite characters through STEAM and engineering principles and create an enchanted ending. This camp is run by Little Scholars.
Basketball (4th – 8th grades)
Rising 4th – 8th grades
Week 7: July 10- 14
9 a.m. - noon
$165
This camp will teach a variety of offensive moves and the proper mechanics of shooting by breaking down each step of the perfect shot. Led by Harpeth Hall’s Varsity Basketball Coach Amy Josephson, campers focus on shooting, shooting off the dribble, shooting off the pass, using a screen to get open, open court moves, use of a shot fake, and other offensive moves. Campers will be divided on the first day by age and experience level.
Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Volleyball (4th – 8th grades)
Rising 4th – 8th grades
Week 7: July 10 - 14
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$165
Led by Harpeth Hall Varsity Head Volleyball Coach Hannah Asafo-Adjei, this camp is for girls who want to develop fundamental skills and advanced techniques. Camp will focus on passing, setting, serving attack, and serve receive. Through games and fun competitions, campers will refine their skills. Emphasis will be placed on mastering fundamentals and obtaining a genuine understanding of the game. Players will be grouped by age and skill level.
Improv and Stand Up (4th - 7th grades)
Rising 4th - 7th grade
Week 7: July 10 - 14
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$185
Week 2: Rising 4th-7th
Improv and Stand Up
Calling all budding comedians! This camp session will focus on the
basics of comedy, from improv games to writing your very own hilarious
monologue. Avid SNL fans and silly geese welcome!
Week 8 | July 17 - 21
Week 8 | July 17 - 21
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
NEW! Camp Honeybear (K - 3rd grades)
Rising K (must be 5 years old by June 15, 2023) - rising 3rd grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30 - Sunshine and Rainbows
Week 7: July 10 - 14 - Flip Flops and Flamingos
Week 8: July 17 - 21 - Wizards and Wonder
Week 9: July 24 - 28 - Sports Around the World
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$385 (lunch is included!)
Formerly known as Little Girls Camp, Camp Honeybear gives girls in rising K - 3rd grade the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities and explore everything that Harpeth Hall has to offer. Camp Honeybear campers will enjoy a fun week filled with games, crafts, science experiments, outdoor activities, and much more. Each week is themed to meet the needs and interests of our campers (and our staff alike!) Harpeth Hall upper school students are carefully selected and trained to serve as counselors and are campers’ favorite part of the week!
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Brick Bonanza (1st - 3rd grades)
- Beginner Soccer (3rd - 8th grades less than 2 years of soccer experience)
- Advanced Soccer (5th - 8th grades more than 2 years of soccer experience or currently playing rec or club soccer)
- Invent: Design inspired by Nature STEM Camp (3rd - 6th grades)
Brick Bonanza (1st - 3rd grades)
Rising 1st - 3rd grades
Week 8: July 17 - 21
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
$225
Brick builders will explore the world of interlocking bricks through design challenges and interactive projects. Builders will dive into maze designs, simple machine creations, and constructing one-of-a-kind masterpieces. This camp is run by Little Scholars.
Beginner Soccer (3rd - 8th grades less than 2 years of soccer experience)
Beginner Soccer
Rising 3rd - 8th grades (less than 2 years of soccer experience)
Week 4: June 19 - 23
Week 8: July 17 - 21
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$165
Whether your daughter is interested in playing soccer, wants to try out the sport, or has experience on the pitch, this camp is for you! Beginner players will learn the rules of the game and basic technique, playing fun games both inside and outside. This camp is led by Harpeth Hall varsity soccer coaches, members of the junior varsity soccer team, and is designed by varsity coach Meggie Lucas.
Advanced Soccer (5th - 8th grades more than 2 years of soccer experience or currently playing rec or club soccer)
Rising 5th - 8th grades (more than 2 years of soccer experience or currently playing rec or club soccer)
Week 4: June 19 - 23
Week 8: July 17 - 21
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$165
More advanced players will be coached on technique, strategy and tactics of the game. These sessions, both on the field and in the gym, will focus on competition and small sided games. This camp is led by Harpeth Hall varsity soccer coach Meggie Lucas and members of the varsity and junior varsity soccer team.
Invent: Design inspired by Nature STEM Camp (3rd - 6th grades)
Invent: Design inspired by Nature STEM Camp
Rising 3rd - 6th grades
Week 4: June 19 - 23
Week 8: July 17 - 21
9 a.m. - noon
$225
Did you know that watching birds fly, whales swim, and spiders build webs has led to amazing discoveries that bioengineers use to make life better? Studying the unique characteristics of animals and plants helps us design better products, better medicines, and improve life on our planet. Each day campers will explore one example from nature and use that knowledge to inspire new ideas involving science, engineering, and art. Kids Create Code instructor Sharon Mendonsa teaches this camp.
Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
- Builders (1st - 3rd grades)
- Softball (3rd – 8th grades)
- COLOR WHEELS Art Camp: Flora and Fauna (1st– 5th grades)
Builders (1st - 3rd grades)
Softball (3rd – 8th grades)
Rising 3rd – 8th grades
Week 8: July 17 - 21
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$165
Led by Harpeth Hall Varsity Softball Coach Sara Van Egtern, this camp is designed for players of all levels and athletic backgrounds. We will work on softball fundamentals, including throwing, hitting, base running, infield, outfield, pitching, and catching, as well as communication and teamwork. The girls will be grouped according to age and ability and will play friendly games against one another. Campers should bring a glove, facemask, helmet, and bat if they own them. We will provide equipment for those who need to borrow it!
COLOR WHEELS Art Camp: Flora and Fauna (1st– 5th grades)
Rising 1st – 5th grades
Week 8: July 17 - 21
12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$225 (includes all materials)
COLOR WHEELS Art Camp: Flora and Fauna
Let’s celebrate the earth’s stunning array of plants, flowers, and animals. We will paint, draw, color, assemble, and sculpt a variety of charming projects inspired by our local flora and fauna. Projects will include painting Black-eyed Susans and red foxes, drawing irises and raccoons, sculpting salamanders and squirrels, and many more! Come join the creative fun!
Week 9 | July 24 - 28
Week 9 | July 24 - 28
Full-Day: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
NEW! Camp Honeybear (K - 3rd grades)
Rising K (must be 5 years old by June 15, 2023) - rising 3rd grades
Week 5: June 26 - 30 - Sunshine and Rainbows
Week 7: July 10 - 14 - Flip Flops and Flamingos
Week 8: July 17 - 21 - Wizards and Wonder
Week 9: July 24 - 28 - Sports Around the World
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$385 (lunch is included!)
Formerly known as Little Girls Camp, Camp Honeybear gives girls in rising K - 3rd grade the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities and explore everything that Harpeth Hall has to offer. Camp Honeybear campers will enjoy a fun week filled with games, crafts, science experiments, outdoor activities, and much more. Each week is themed to meet the needs and interests of our campers (and our staff alike!) Harpeth Hall upper school students are carefully selected and trained to serve as counselors and are campers’ favorite part of the week!
Positively Printmaking (4th - 5th grades)
Rising 4th - 5th grades
Week 9: July 24 - 28
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
$425 (includes all materials fees)
Positively Printmaking is a camp designed with the fun, lesser-known art form in mind — printmaking! Campers will be stamping, stenciling, screen printing, and making prints of a wide variety all week. The camp experience will take place in the beautiful studios at Harpeth Hall and will also involve a field trip to the famous Hatch Show Print to learn about the history of printmaking.
Morning: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Track and Field (3rd – 8th grades)
- Middle School Soccer - Skills and Advanced Technique (5th - 8th grades 5+ years of soccer experience)
- Dance Intensive (5th - 8th grades)
Track and Field (3rd – 8th grades)
Rising 3rd – 8th grades
Week 9: July 24 - 28
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$165
Led by Harpeth Hall Varsity Track Coach Jim Romero, this camp will teach the fundamentals of track and field. An introduction to events such as the shot put, high jump, long jump, sprints, relays, and hurdles will be presented in a fun and entertaining manner. The girls will also learn about how general conditioning will help them in all sports and the importance of good nutrition. The camp will conclude with a mini track meet on Friday with the girls divided into teams so they can participate in their favorite events.
Middle School Soccer - Skills and Advanced Technique (5th - 8th grades 5+ years of soccer experience)
Rising 5th - 8th grades (5+ years of soccer experience)
Week 9:July 24 - 28
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Geared as an advanced level training camp for individuals or teams, this camp will begin each day training with the Harpeth Hall Varsity and Junior Varsity team, Players will work on technical skills and tactical applications in a highly competitive environment. Great for individuals looking to advance their soccer skills and to prepare for the upcoming season. Teams are welcome. If you have more than 5 girls from the same team, please reach out to the Auxiliary Programs Director for more details on how to register as a team.
Dance Intensive (5th - 8th grades)
Dance Intensive
Rising 5th – 8th grades
Week 9: July 24 - 28
9 a.m. – noon
$175
This camp is for dancers with previous experience. Dancers will work in various genres including ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, and musical theatre. They will focus on using various techniques to create individual and group combinations using repertoire from the genres! This camp is led by Harpeth Hall Dance teacher Carrie Farmer.
Afternoon: 12: 30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Comic Books and Creative Writing (4th - 7th grades)
Rising 4th - 7th grades
Week 2: July 24 - 28
12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
$185
Calling all creative writers! Ever wondered how to craft a colorful character or use an onomatopoeia? Grab your pencils and get ready for a jam-packed week of adventures in poetry, fiction, and memoir. Over the course of the week, you will explore the world of storytelling through engaging activities and creative prompts. Write, edit, and publish your work with an exploration and guide to getting published!
Frequently Asked Questions
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More questions?
Email Harpeth Hall’s Auxiliary Programs Director, Carol Garaby.