Prep Summer Programming

Explore  Academic, social, and safe Summer programming

Saint John’s Preparatory School is offering a variety of summer programs for students and families to make your summer count!

Young explorers Day camp Series

Kids entering grades 5-8 have fun making new friends, getting plenty of fresh air and experiencing the beautiful 2,900 acre campus of Saint John’s Prep and Saint John’s University. Participants will enjoy adventure and age-appropriate discovery activities, guided by academic themes of arts, sciences, and cultural exploration. Each date is filled with fun group activities that exercise the body, challenge the mind and nurture the spirit of our youth. See full camp details here.

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Join us at the SJP/SCSU Chinese Immersion STEAM Summer Camp!

We are excited to announce a summer camp designed for inquiring, open-minded makers and creators who also are on a path in Chinese immersion.  We have pulled out all the stops to create a one-of-a-kind, eco-minded summer camp that combines a STEAM-focused series of design challenges and the richness of Chinese culture and language! Campers may choose 1 week from these two options: Week 1 July 18-22, or Week 2 – July 25-29, 2022.

We are hoping to create a Chinese immersion environment, so our camp is open to rising 5th-8th grade students who are either currently enrolled in a Chinese immersion program, have graduated from an elementary school Chinese immersion program, or have completed at least 3 years of Chinese as a foreign language.

• Morning language sessions: We will provide fun, engaging language labs that will target vocabulary used in the design challenges for that day.
• Maker labs: Campers will create hydraulic and robotic machines and more!
• Chinese Culture Arts: Campers will celebrate the richness of cultural and artistic diversity in China, trying their hand at art forms such as 蜡染 – Miao (Chinese Hmong) Batik, and Shaanxi 农民画 （Hu County Farmer Painting）
• Chinese camp collaborative conservation project: Campers will be able to connect directly with peers in China to compare results, reflect on their findings, and establish an action plan for continued collaboration.
• Minnesota Summer Camp Downtime: Campers will be able to alternate activities listed above with enjoyable Minnesota summer pastimes.
• An inclusive, fun, and nurturing camp environment: Our camp is hosted by educators passionate about immersion education and who celebrate all peoples of the world.

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League of Legends esports Camp

Esports is growing in the United States, with many colleges and universities offering competitions and scholarships. Join our team at Saint John’s Prep covering League of Legends. Learn how to improve your skills individually and work in teams, boosting your overall game sense and abilities as players. Teamwork is an essential component of each game, and campers learn how to become effective teammates and leaders. In addition, teamwork can sometimes determine a win or a loss in esports. See full camp details here.

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Art & Nature Day camps with Mr. Balko

Art and Nature Camps with Mr. Balko are full of fun for your middle school student. Campers will prepare for chalk drawings, moss art, collecting clay from the Saint John’s Land, natural tie-dye, daily hikes in the woods, creating “becorns,” and activities based on student interest. Parents are also invited to dinner in the Refectory, followed by an art show on the last day of the camp! See full camp details here.

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Middle School Girls’ Basketball Camp

The Middle School Girls Basketball Camp is for girls wanting to have fun while learning more about basketball and the skills needed to play. We will introduce the game of basketball while teaching the basic skills of the sport and teamwork. The Saint John’s Prep Girls Varsity coaches will provide close individual attention to each camp participant with an approximate 1:4 ratio to coach.  See full camp details here.

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Osprey Wilds Summer Camp (off-site)

Osprey Wilds is a fully accredited Residential Environmental Learning Center established in 1968. They are located on Grindstone Lake in Sandstone, Minnesota, about 90 miles north of the Twin Cities. Their diverse, 780-acre sanctuary, includes a variety of habitats, including old growth red and white pines, hardwood forests, restored wetlands and prairies. While we have several traditional classrooms, our emphasis is on getting outdoors for maximum learning. See full camp details here.

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We will continue to update this page as more summer programming opportunities are confirmed. Please contact Ryan Brandon, Director of Residential Life, with questions regarding facilities and programming.