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Explore and Discover at Great Hearts Summer Camps

Great Hearts Academies April 22, 2024 -

group of summer camp kids at art table

As summer approaches, parents across Arizona are seeking engaging and enriching experiences for their children, and Great Hearts Summer Camps offer just that. With a blend of education, exploration, and excitement, these camps provide an ideal setting for young scholars to make the most of their summer break.

The full-day summer camp is an experience for any student in rising grades 1st-5th (including those on the Great Hearts waitlist) that is reminiscent of traditional camps from your childhood with the same quality you have come to expect from Great Hearts. Each week incorporates topics including science, math, art, literature, athletic skills, and more with themes that include Operation Summer CampNature’s Hidden WondersCelebration of Nations, and the always-popular Farm to Table. Campers will laugh as they compete in crazy camp games, sing silly campfire songs, enjoy engaging activities, and make new friends. It’s a traditional summer camp experience with a classical twist!

Summer camp student holding a bunny

Great Hearts Summer Camps are available to scholars from all 12 of our Arizona Archway academies, from our far-north academy at Great Hearts Anthem to our southernmost academy, Archway Lincoln in Chandler, and even accommodating scholars from Great Hearts Online. While camps are not available at the Great Hearts Christos campuses, Christos scholars are invited to join a camp of their choice.

Running from June 3rd to the 28th, these camps operate Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm**, providing working parents with a convenient and reliable option for childcare during the summer months.

**Dates and times for the Maryvale camp may be different. 

Two summer camp students at a lego table

Previous summer camp participants and parents have praised the Great Hearts Summer Camp experience, expressing gratitude for the well-rounded and engaging programs. Testimonials from these parents and teachers speak volumes about the quality and impact of the summer camps:

Summer camp student with goggles at summer camp table“Thank you for the most amazing 4 weeks of Summer Camp!” said one parent. “Our kids had such fun every week and every day! They came home every day filled with excitement and a bundle of things they had created; it’s been such a fun time for them! Thank you for making it an amazing camp experience!”

Another parent said, “[My child] is loving the summer camp! Wonderful program that you put together. Just outstanding and greatly appreciative of all of your effort.”

“My kids had an absolute WONDERFUL TIME at summer camp! I could not believe ALL the amazing crafts, activities, and special guests the camp had.” Said a parent who also serves as a Great Hearts teacher.

While testimonials like these provide a glimpse into the positive impact of Great Hearts Summer Camps, the real magic lies in the memories made, friendships forged, and skills developed by campers throughout their summer experience.

Save $25 each week when you register before our early bird discount expires on May 1st, 2024, so be sure to secure your scholar’s spot soon! For more information and registration details, visit https://arizona.greatheartsamerica.org/summer/. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this summer one to remember for your scholar!

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