summer Camp

A Co-Ed Day Camp in New York City

Hewitt Summer Camp is a dynamic extension of our academic schedule. Campers are invited to join us for exciting week-long pursuits in STEM, personal finance, culinary science, creative writing, and the performing arts. Our programs feature hands-on learning, themed workshops, field trips, and the opportunity to learn from current Hewitt faculty as well as fantastic instructors from across New York City. Students participating in Hewitt Summer Camp build meaningful relationships with other campers, make new friends from different grades, and explore new areas of interest.

Summer Camp Offerings

In addition to the activities mentioned in the course descriptions below, all campers also enjoy free play, meditation time, arts and crafts, and recess in Central Park. Snacks and lunch will be provided.

Campers can sign up for all five weeks of camp, or select the number of sessions that fit with their summer schedule. Families who register for four weeks of camp will receive a 5% discount. Families who register for all five weeks of camp will receive a 10% discount.

Rising Kindergarteners

Rewritten Fairy Tales
June 21-24 ($740)
Working together as authors, engineers, actors, and artists, campers will reimagine familiar magical tales. Campers will investigate fairy tales and rewrite them to challenge gender stereotypes and add their own personal touches. The setting of each story will be brought to life through building projects and imaginative illustrations.

Budding Entrepreneurs
June 27-July 1 ($925)
July 5-8 ($740)
During this week-long program, our budding entrepreneurs will use math, reading, writing, and artistry to create fun and unique business opportunities such as setting up an ice cream shop or running a lemonade stand. Throughout the week, our youngest campers will have the chance to build relationships with new friends and develop their self-confidence and independence.

Kinder Camp
July 11-15 ($925)
July 18-22 ($925)
During this week-long program, our youngest campers will have the chance to build relationships with new friends and develop their self-confidence and independence. Campers will deepen their knowledge of their ABCs and 1, 2, 3s, providing a perfect opportunity for them to build excitement about entering kindergarten in the fall.

Rising 1st Graders

Broadway Bound
June 21-24 ($740)
Explore the exciting world of Broadway with teaching artists who are all working professionals on stage and screen! Budding young performers will learn songs and choreography from hit shows such as The Music Man, Hamilton, Wicked, Beauty and the Beast, and The Lion King and build confidence and develop their public speaking skills through theater games, scene work, and improvisation. At the end of the week, they will put on a one-of-a-kind performance in person or on video incorporating everything they've learned and crafted in this fun, supportive, and creative environment!

Culinary Science
June 27-July 1 ($925)
Campers will enjoy a week filled with hands-on kitchen explorations, putting their math skills into real-life practice as they measure, mix, and make observations. Curious campers will find out how yeast makes dough rise and study various recipes to determine how different combinations of ingredients can change the final outcome of a dish. In addition to learning the magic and science behind cooking, campers will also take a field trip to a farmer’s market to explore local culinary delights.

Broadway Stars: Encanto
July 5-8 ($740)
Each of us has a special gift even if we don’t recognize it right away. Let’s sing and dance through Disney’s hit musical, Encanto, and find what makes us special! Students will learn how to build their confidence through acting, singing, and dancing in this immersive summer program. By the end of the week, campers will be ready to perform songs and scenes from Encanto.

Woodworking
July 11-15 ($925)
Calling all young, aspiring engineers! This summer, we will challenge each and every camper to bring their creativity, logic, mathematical thinking, and engineering abilities to woodworking. Campers will be tasked with designing, building, and decorating their own wooden objects, and along the way, they will familiarize themselves with tools and supplies like screwdrivers and wire.

Make-a-Book Workshop
July 18-22 ($925)
Students will create one-of-a-kind handcrafted books featuring their own writing and/or artwork. In the first few sessions, participants will practice effectively telling a compelling story through words and/or pictures. Once they have completed a story to their satisfaction, they will choose from provided materials to design and make front covers, back covers, and interior pages, as well as bind their work into a completed book.

Rising 2nd-4th Graders

Culinary Science
June 21-24 ($740)
Campers will enjoy a week filled with hands-on kitchen explorations, putting their math skills into real-life practice as they measure, mix, and make observations. Curious campers will find out how yeast makes dough rise and study various recipes to determine how different combinations of ingredients can change the final outcome of a dish. In addition to learning the magic and science behind cooking, campers will also take a field trip to a farmer’s market to explore local culinary delights.

Broadway Bound
June 27-July 1 ($925)
Explore the exciting world of Broadway with teaching artists who are all working professionals on stage and screen! Budding young performers will learn songs and choreography from hit shows such as The Music Man, Hamilton, Wicked, Beauty and the Beast, and The Lion King and build confidence and develop their public speaking skills through theater games, scene work, and improvisation. At the end of the week, they will put on a one-of-a-kind performance in person or on video incorporating everything they've learned and crafted in this fun, supportive, and creative environment!

Woodworking
July 5-8 ($740)
Calling all young, aspiring engineers! This summer, we will challenge each and every camper to bring their creativity, logic, mathematical thinking, and engineering abilities to woodworking. Campers will be tasked with designing, building, and decorating their own wooden objects, and along the way, they will familiarize themselves with tools and supplies like screwdrivers and wire.

Broadway Stars: Encanto
July 11-15 ($925)
Each of us has a special gift even if we don’t recognize it right away. Let’s sing and dance through Disney’s hit musical, Encanto, and find what makes us special! Students will learn how to build their confidence through acting, singing, and dancing in this immersive summer program. By the end of the week, campers will be ready to perform songs and scenes from Encanto.

NYC Exploration (*Open to rising 3rd and 4th graders)
July 11-15 ($1100)
Join Hewitt music teacher, Ms. Kirsten Lindberg, as we explore the greatest city in the world together! Each day, we will use public transportation to take a field trip to a different awesome place in New York City. Destinations may include the Coney Island Aquarium, Spyscape, The Museum of Math, and Central Park. We have prepared safe and fun indoor activities in case heavy rain prevents us from being outdoors.

Farm to Table
July 18-22 ($925)
Calling all health-conscious young chefs! Throughout the week, campers will explore the meaning behind the farm-to-table movement while they cook with ingredients that are primarily sourced locally. In addition to making several recipes, activities will include using food in less common ways like making dyes to add color to food, fabric, or paper. Wondering what kind of market goodies will we experiment with? Zucchini is a great ingredient for going sweet and savory; potatoes offer endless possibilities; and with an abundance of local fruit, a pie might be on the menu! This is the perfect program for foodies who love a social cause.

Rising 5th-6th Graders

Finance Camp
June 21-24 ($740)
Learn how to manage your money in this camp promoting essential life skills! Develop a budget from scratch, set your financial goals, shop for a credit card, calculate the monthly cost of your dream car, apply for a mortgage, learn about FICO scores, and more. By the end of the week, campers will understand the dangers of piling up debt and know how to manage their money — a great step towards future financial independence!

Junior CEOs
June 27-July 1 ($925)
Want to know what it’s like to be the boss at a big company like Apple or Coca-Cola? In this leadership program, you can find out! Campers will act as CEOs for leading companies and collaborate to make strategic recommendations that address real business issues. Case studies include popular companies and examine the impact of successful female CEOs. Campers will enhance their problem-solving skills, develop business savvy, and cultivate a strategic mindset as future leaders.

Explorations in Writing & Bookmaking
July 5-8 ($740)
Students who are curious about different forms of writing, as well as experienced young writers, will have the opportunity to try their hands at poetry, fiction, drama, memoir, and journalism. Each day, we will explore a different genre through readings, fun exercises, and freewriting time. Students will be invited to try all the forms or to focus on the one that they particularly enjoy. They will create one-of-a-kind handcrafted books featuring their own writing and/or artwork. In the first few sessions, participants will practice effectively telling a compelling story through words and/or pictures. Once they have completed a story to their satisfaction, they will choose from provided materials to design and make front covers, back covers, and interior pages, as well as bind their work into a completed book.

NYC Exploration
July 11-15 ($1100)
Join Hewitt music teacher, Ms. Kirsten Lindberg, as we explore the greatest city in the world together! Each day, we will use public transportation to take a field trip to a different awesome place in New York City. Destinations may include the Coney Island Aquarium, Spyscape, The Museum of Math, and Central Park. We have prepared safe and fun indoor activities in case heavy rain prevents us from being outdoors.

Broadway Stars: Encanto
July 18-22 ($925)
Each of us has a special gift even if we don’t recognize it right away. Let’s sing and dance through Disney’s hit musical, Encanto, and find what makes us special! Students will learn how to build their confidence through acting, singing, and dancing in this immersive summer program. By the end of the week, campers will be ready to perform songs and scenes from Encanto.

Hands-On STEM Exploration
July 5-8 ($800)
July 11-15 ($1000)
July 18-22 ($1000)
Join Hewitt robotics and engineering teacher Mr. Andrew Iacono for a week of STEM-based challenges and explorations. Students will learn about physics and engineering and sharpen their problem-solving skills as they make model airplanes, crash test lunar rovers, and build fully functioning radio-controlled race cars. Each week’s activities will be unique, and students can sign up for one or all three weeks of this program. If you love building and creating, this camp is for you!

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