Course Name 

Grade Level as of Sept. 2025 

Date & Time

Location of program 

Description

Cost 

Lights. Camera. Action. Film Fun for Middle Schoolers

7th-8th

June 30 - July 3

9AM-12PM

CHS

Did you ever want to be an actor/actress, a filmmaker, a costume designer, producer and/or director? Well, this is the class where students get to explore film from its onset up to present day, learning about the earliest inventions and viewing several films. Students will be taken back in time when cinema first started, exploring silent films like Mickey Mouse and City Lights. Students will learn fun facts about Mickey Mouse's first word which was "Hot Dog," all about the mechanical shark in Jaws as well as how a scene from Spider Man took 156 takes. Students will learn about film shots, color, angles, flip books to create animation and produce zoetropes. At the end of the discovery course, students will write a script, make a storyboard while producing and acting in their very own film.

$350

Advanced Topics- Algebra I Enrichment 

8th-9th 

July 7-11

or

July 14-18

9AM-1PM

BTHS

This non-credit-bearing enrichment program fosters curiosity and deeper mathematical thinking, preparing students for future success in high school math. It is designed for students with a foundation in Algebra I. Through dynamic instructional activities, problem-solving challenges, and real-world applications, students will dive into linear inequalities, systems of equations, exponents, polynomials, and quadratics. They’ll find rigor and engagement in investigation and collaboration that brings algebra to life.

Students should bring a lunch.

$450

Ladies at SEA: Science & Engineering Applied

7th-8th

Aug. 25-29

9AM - 2PM

MAST

“SURFace Level”: This week-long  camp will introduce rising 7th/8th grade female students to the exciting field of marine science and technology in 5 full day sessions. Students will learn to use state of the art equipment to perform the following techniques: 3D modeling, laser cutting and engraving, design elements, photography, and electronics. In addition, students will participate in beach profiling, a data focused beach sweep plus sail on the 65-foot research vessel, The Blue Sea for a full day trip.

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

MAST SeaStars 

6-8th

June 30 - July 3

or 

Aug. 18 -  22

9AM-1PM

MAST

A week-long Marine Science program focused on hands-on, outdoors learning experiences in the unique setting within Sandy Hook National Park. Campers will engage in STEM challenges in the lab that include studying buoyancy (for boats, divers, and plankton) and anatomical lessons using dissections.  There will be a daily outdoor component, where campers will explore different habitats within our site, including a maritime holly forest, mud flats, salt marsh estuarine grass, and ocean bay. Discover what plants and animals make these habitats their homes and learn the important role each one plays individually and collectively in our marine ecosystem. 

Students should bring their lunch.

$450

$550

Wild Writing Course 

9th-10th

July 7-11

9AM-12PM

HTHS

Did you know that spending time in nature has been shown to lower stress levels, increase self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and improve your mood? Nature is all around us, but too often we fail to really see it. Spend the week immersing yourself in nature and practicing your observation and writing skills. Over the course of the week, we will create a nature journal, practice translating our observations into creative nonfiction and poetry, and learn from classic and contemporary nature writing. Who knows- you might even come up with an idea for your college admissions essay! Field appropriate attire is recommended; please bring your own sunblock, bug spray and refillable water bottle. 

$400

College Essay Writing Workshop 

11th-12th 

July 7-11

9AM-12PM

AAHS

College Essay Writing Workshop: A course with instruction, drafting, feedback, and revision of both students’ common app. essay and supplemental essays for their college applications. 

$350

GlamCamp: Intro to Hair Styling 

7th-9th

July 7-11

or

July 14-18

9AM-12PM

Neptune Annex 

Join us at GlamCamp’s one week academy, where budding beauty enthusiasts can dive into the exciting world of cosmetology! 

Get ready to style, curl, and create in this one-week summer program. Whether you're looking to perfect your personal look or explore hairstyling as a skill, this hands-on workshop will teach you the techniques and tools to achieve polished, professional results.

Taught by an experienced instructor, this fun and interactive program gives students the confidence to style their own hair or assist friends and family! Whether you’re interested in beauty, fashion, or just want to master your everyday look, this class will leave you feeling empowered and ready to style with skill!

$450

Introduction to VEX Robotics 

6th-8th 

July 7-11

or

July 14-18

9AM-2PM

HTHS

This week-long course will be presented by members of the HTHS competitive VEX teams and the cypHER organization. The HTHS students will teach the course participants how to construct and program a VEX robot using the Python programming language. The course will focus on many hands-on activities allowing the participants to learn how to operate the hardware and software. The course will culminate with an event where the teams of students will be able to race their robots against each other in order to complete the game's goals. No previous experience is necessary.

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Machine Learning with Python 

9th-11th

July 21-25

9-2PM

HTHS 

Machine learning is an essential for working with AI. In this camp, students will first learn the fundamentals of programming and modeling using Python. Various machine learning programming techniques will then be covered, including: Tree/Forest & Support Vector Machine (SVM) models, Neural Networks, Image Models & Language Models. No previous Python programming experience is required, however students should be comfortable with basic algebra (algebraically solving and graphing basic equations and functions). This camp is meant for students who have a strong interest in programming/AI and who may want to incorporate machine learning in school projects (such as research projects or science fairs).

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Programming for Beginners Using Python

6th-8th

July 7-11

or

July 28-Aug. 1

9AM-2PM

HTHS

This week-long course is designed for middle school students with limited or no computer programming experience. Campers will be utilizing the Python programming language, which is recognized as an official language at Google, to explore programming topics. Subjects such as variables, loops, and data types will be used to design algorithms and perform creative problem solving. All concepts are taught at a level and pace in a fun environment that allows campers to fully appreciate the beauty of programming. The goal is for students to continue exploring the world of software programming at home upon the conclusion of camp.

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Biotech Bootcamp

6th-8th 

July 7-11

or

July 14-18

or

July 21-25

9AM-1PM

BTHS

During this one week camp, get ready to learn about biotechnology, DNA fingerprinting, genetics, genetic engineering, cloning, stem cells, polymerase chain reaction, transformation and genetically modified organisms. We will dive into some fun and educational labs alongside current BTHS students. 

(DNA extraction, Gel electrophoresis

DNA fingerprinting, etc.)

Students should be their lunch.

$500

Bejeweled Beading Workshop 

7th-8th

July 14-18

9AM-12PM

BTHS

This is a one week creative adventure where students will craft their own homemade jewelry. Whether designing for fun, as gifts, or even with a future in business in mind, this hands-on workshop will teach essential beading and jewelry-making techniques while letting creativity shine! 

$400

Culinary Adventures

6th-8th

July 7-10

9AM-12PM

CEC

This week-long course with Chef Eugenio will show students proper and effective ways to prep and cook foods. They will learn  how to prepare healthy breakfast, lunch, and dinner entrees. They will learn how to read recipes and turn them into their own with just a few minor adjustments. They will cook, laugh, and have fun with culinary basics. 

$500

Skills for Freshmen: Study Smarter, Not Harder!

9th 

July 7 - 11

or 

July 14-18

9AM-11AM

CHS

Get ready for high school success with Skills for Freshmen, a one-week summer program designed to help incoming 9th graders build the essential skills needed for a smooth transition into high school. This interactive course focuses on study strategies, organization, and time management, equipping students with tools to stay on top of their workload and boost academic confidence.

With engaging instruction and guided practice, students will leave this program feeling prepared, confident, and ready to tackle their freshman year with success!

$300

Blueprint to 3D: Intro to CAD Design 

6th-8th

July 14-18

9AM- 2PM

HTHS

Unlock your creativity and bring your ideas to life in this one-week summer camp focused on Computer-Aided Design (CAD)! Perfect for students eager to explore the world of digital design and 3D modeling, this hands-on course introduces the fundamentals of CAD software, technical drawing, and 3D visualization.

Campers will:
*Learn the basics of CAD software used in engineering and design
*Create and manipulate 2D and 3D models with precision
* Design real-world objects and prepare them for 3D printing

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Historical Technology Building Camp

6th-8th 

Aug 4 - 8 

9AM-2PM

HTHS

Campers in the Historical Technology camp build and test several technologies while comparing the original designs historically and identify the advancements over the years of development. Technologies include, clinometers for measuring height, sundials for measuring time, 8 foot hot air balloons for transportation and other technologies. All students successfully demonstrate their technical products after building and testing. Student hot air balloons can reach 20 feet of height at launch which students find the most memorable activity.

Because we will be using tools, students are required to bring and wear long pants and closed toe shoes while in the technology lab. Safety glasses will be provided. Students also need email accounts (Gmail preferred) to activate classroom software for their designs.

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Website Design for Beginners 

6th-8th 

July 14-18

9AM-2PM

HTHS

This one-week summer camp is perfect for middle school students with little to no experience in web design. Campers will learn the fundamentals of website development using raw HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) and explore techniques for creating visually appealing and user friendly webpages. Along the way, they'll have the opportunity to incorporate essential web technologies like hyperlinks, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, and tables to enhance their designs. By the end of the week, students will have built their own website and gained the confidence to continue developing their web skills beyond camp.

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Programming Robots with Arduino Microprocessors (Intro Level)

6th-8th

July 7-11

9AM-2PM

HTHS 

Campers in this 1 week introduction course learn how to program Arduino microprocessors at an entry level to control lights, motors, and other output components. Students will then program small robots while learning simple electronics at an entry level and incorporating Arduino microcontroller programming to robots. Utilizing their Arduino programming skills, students then compete against each other to test out their new skills at the end of the course.

Students will need email accounts (Gmail preferred) to activate classroom software.

Learn how to program the Boe Bots

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcTAQok9GfQ

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Digital Circuit Technologies

6th-8th

July 21-25

9AM-2PM

HTHS

This is where electrical engineering, the field of designing and developing new electronic equipment begins. Discover the inner workings of circuits by building electronic devices using resistors, LEDs, Integrated circuits and more. Learn the basics of soldering techniques then move on to more difficult projects. Explore the inner workings of integrated circuit chips by building circuits on computers using logic gates. Completed projects can be brought home after the last day of camp.

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

Magnetic Levitation and Solar Technology

6th-8th 

July 21 - 25

9AM-2PM

HTHS

Campers in this one week summer course learn about Magnetic Levitation and Solar Technology. Students design, build, test and race a vehicle across a track. Students learn electronic concepts covering direct current obtained through solar cell power and build solar activated devices and competition skills to race their peers. The aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle shape is outlined in the success of transportation while students perform experiments and compete in races using a mag-lev track & their scaled vehicles.. An aerodynamically efficient body shape reduces friction between the air and the vehicle allowing for a scientific and fun filled race. 

Each student designs and builds a solar powered device and magnetic levitation car  to take home.

Because we will be using tools, students are required to bring and wear long pants and closed toe shoes while in the technology lab. Safety glasses will be provided. 

Students also need email accounts (Gmail preferred) to activate classroom software to create their designs.

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

CO2 Car Designing & Racing

6th-8th 

July 28 - Aug. 1

9AM-2PM

HTHS

Campers in the CO2 dragster car camp design, build and race against their peers on a race track.

Learn how aerodynamics and compressed air can propel your race car to reach 60 miles per hour while utilizing 3D modeling software and provided parts. Each student will get to keep their dragster cars after the last day of class.

Because we will be using tools, students are required to bring and wear long pants and closed

toe shoes while in the technology lab. Safety glasses will be provided. 

Students will need email

accounts (Gmail preferred) to activate classroom software to design CO2 dragster cars.

CO2 Car Race previous years

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upGjST43574

Students should bring their lunch.

$550

A Dive into Creative Writing

9th-12th

August 11-15 

9AM-12PM

CHS

Come enjoy some creative writing during the fleeting days of summer.  This enriching, optional, summer course, driven by student interest, explores narrative writing, poetry, memoir, children's literature, myths and fables, satire, and drama.  Students explore both the daily genre and have an opportunity to write shorter pieces or one sustained piece on their own.

$400

Automotive Basics - Auto in the Know  

8th-10th 

July 14-17 

9-11 AM 

or 

12-2 PM

TF

This hands-on summer program is designed for students in grades 8-10 who want to gain essential automotive knowledge and skills to handle common roadside emergencies. Whether you’re a future driver or just want to be prepared, this course covers the basics of vehicle maintenance, safety, and troubleshooting in real-world situations.

Students will learn how to:
*Change a flat tire
*Jump-start a car safely
*Check and top off essential fluids
*Identify warning lights and what they mean

$350 

Animate with Adobe Animate 

8th-10th 

Aug. 4-8

10-12 AM

or 

Aug. 11-15

10-12AM

CHS

Calling all aspiring animators! This one-week summer program is designed for those who want to bring their ideas to life using Adobe Animate. Whether you're new to animation or looking to refine your skills, this hands-on course will teach you the fundamentals of digital animation, frame-by-frame movement, tweening, and character design.

Throughout the week, students will:
*Learn the basics of Adobe Animate’s tools and workspace
*Create their own animated characters and backgrounds
*Develop short animations using motion and shape tweening
*Explore industry techniques for storytelling and visual effects

$350 

Mechanical Applications 

9th

June 30-July 3

9-12 PM 

TF 

This summer camp is designed for 9th graders with an interest in engineering and mechanics. Taught by our Applied Mechanical Engineering teacher, this hands-on program introduces students to the fundamental principles of mechanical systems, tools, and design concepts used in various engineering fields.

Through interactive projects, teamwork, and guided instruction, students will gain a deeper understanding of mechanical engineering while developing problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. 

Get ready to think like an engineer and bring mechanical concepts to life!

$400

Podcasting & Audio Editing for Beginners 

7th-8th 

Aug. 11-15

9AM-12PM

CHS

Dive into the exciting world of podcasting and audio production in this one-week summer program designed for 7th and 8th graders! Whether you're interested in storytelling, journalism, or just want to create your own show, this hands-on course will teach you the fundamentals of recording, editing, and producing high-quality audio content.

By the end of the week, each camper will have a completed podcast segment to share with family and friends. 

$400