$200 per session (3 hours/day, Monday-Friday). A few camps have additional fees for transportation and/or supplies.

Extended day supervision available. Campers may stay until 4:15 in a supervised Extended Day program in our Commons. Campers may choose activities such as arts & crafts and board games in a safe and fun setting, similar to our school-year Study Club. Campers must register in weekly increments prior to July 1st. Choose “Extended Day Week 1” and/or “Extended Day Week 1” when you register in Popsicle to reserve a spot for your child.

Refunds: If plans change, you can switch programs (if space permits) or receive a full refund (minus any processing fees) until May 31, 2026. Cancellations will be refunded at a 50% rate (minus any processing fees) from June 1 to June 30. After June 30, no refunds will be available.

Financial Aid: Financial aid may be awarded based on need. Applicants in need of financial aid are invited to contact Jimlene Pleva, Financial Coordinator, jimlene@eagleschool.org.

EAGLE Summer Camps are designed for gifted, talented, and academically advanced students entering grades 1-9 in the fall.

Students not currently attending EAGLE School are more than welcome!

This application will gather information about the student that will allow us to confirm that EAGLE Summer Camps are a great fit. Because this application process may take some time, please get started with the application process above when you are ready. Once approved, you will be able to register.

Snacks, Breaks, and Water: Participants are encouraged to bring snacks for mid-morning and mid-afternoon breaks. A water bottle is also a great idea; water dispensers and drinking fountains are available.

Bug Spray: As weather and curriculum permit, students may have class outside, or may explore grasslands and woodlands where mosquitos and ticks may be present. EAGLE staff will follow the preferences you indicate on the health form (that you will submit when registering) with regard to applying insect repellent provided by you or EAGLE.

Sunscreen: EAGLE does not provide sunscreen. Please send sunscreen with the participant if you feel that is necessary.

What to wear? Participants should dress appropriately for both indoor and outdoor activities. EAGLE Clothing Guidelines stipulate that clothing may not advertise or advocate the use of firearms, alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, or other controlled substances. Clothing may not use obscenities or depict hate speech targeting groups based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or any other protected group.

Drop-off & Pick-up will happen at the main entrance (not the auditorium entrance).

Participants can arrive up to 15 minutes before the start of their first session (8:15am or 12:00pm). We ask that participants be picked up no later than 15 minutes after they are done for the day (either at 11:45am or 3:15pm). Please only use the Main Entrance (east side of building, closest to Gunflint Park).

Before- and After-Camp : Students can arrive as early as 8:15 am and must be picked up no later than 15 minutes after they are done for the day (either at 11:45 or 3:15).

Extended Day supervision will be available between 3:15 and 4:15. Campers may stay until 4:15 in a supervised Extended Day program in our Commons. Campers may choose activities such as arts & crafts and board games in a safe and fun setting, similar to our school-year Study Club. Campers must register in weekly increments prior to July 1st. Choose “Extended Day Week 1” and/or “Extended Day Week 1” when you register in Popsicle to reserve a spot for your child.

Participants enrolled in both a morning and an afternoon session should bring a lunch. Lunch time will be supervised and take place inside. When students are finished with lunch, they may play on the playground outside (weather permitting). Milk will not be offered (as it is during the regular school year).

Students attending only a morning or afternoon camp are welcome to join us for lunch as well. Please choose Lunch when you register on Popsicle.

Fold, create, and explore the art of paper crafting in our exciting Fun with Origami Camp! Campers will learn to make everything from classic origami designs to paper airplanes, games, fashion accessories, bookmarks and more. With plenty of hands-on fun and creative challenges, this camp is perfect for young makers who love to transform a simple sheet of paper into something amazing!

This program is led by EAGLE Language Arts, Social Studies, and Drama Teacher Dani Oldfield.

Open to students entering grades 1-4 in the fall.

Review chess rules and dive into the strategy and tactics of the game. Participants will examine different opening set ups, typical middle-game plans, topical tactical motifs, and endgame principles. Students will be involved in tournament playing and puzzle solving as well in interactive discussions.

The Chess program is led by professional chess instructor and EAGLE Chess Club Coach, Alex Betaneli.

Open to students entering grades 2-9 in the fall.

Have you ever wondered how skyscrapers are built? Or what keeps bridges from collapsing? Then Design Buddies is the place for you! Students will participate in a variety of engineering challenges, where they will design, build, and test various devices and models, all while learning basic engineering principles and the scientific method.

This program is led by EAGLE alum Petra Fondrk.

Open to students entering grades 2-4 in the fall.

Wisconsin is home to one of only eleven National Scenic Trails in the United States called the Ice Age Trail. In this camp, students will have an opportunity to learn about the different landscapes and unique geologic features of the Ice Age Trail. In addition, they will learn strategies of nature observation and journaling. They’ll even have the opportunity to hike and explore a local segment of the Ice Age Trail. Come join us for learning, outdoor exploration, and a truly memorable summer experience!

This program is led by EAGLE Language Arts Teacher Todd Kemper & EAGLE Physical Education Teacher Yann Biancat

Open to students entering grades 4-9 in the fall.

Immerse yourself in Spanish-speaking cultures through conversation, crafts, and food! Campers will build piñatas, make and eat pupusas, and explore the many places where Spanish is spoken. Instruction will be given in English, but Spanish conversation will be welcome and encouraged as well. Whether students are completely new to Spanish, or proficient in the language, fun will be had by all. ¡Vámonos!

This program is led by EAGLE Spanish Teacher, Jessica Devine.

Please note that this camp is repeated in Session 2.

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Do you like fantasy books and boardgames? Then Magic The Gathering Camp is the place for you. Come join us to learn and play matches against one or more friends. We will talk about strategy as well as  deck-building.  Experience is not necessary. Players are welcome to bring their own cards or we will also have cards available for use.

This program will be led by EAGLE Alum and long-time Magic enthusiast Seamus Sidney.

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Join EAGLE’s Music Teacher, Mark Wurzelbacher, to rehearse and perform a theatrical adaptation of Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Carnival of the Animals.” Campers will learn songs, staging, and choreography, and will perform on the auditorium stage with costumes, set, and lights!

Open to students entering grades 1-5 in the fall.

Does pineapple belong on pizza? Should all museums be free for everyone? Should homework be banned? Should the voting age be lowered? Or raised? While addressing questions like these, participants will develop their reasoning and communication skills through the world of speech and debate. Along the way, they will explore and develop a variety of tools — such as logical reasoning, organizing arguments, oral communication, listening, and note-taking — through fun activities and formal debates.

This program is led by EAGLE Speech & Debate Coach, Maggie Flamingo-Capra.

Open to students entering grades 6-9 in the fall.

JDo you have what it takes to be a master detective? Put your skills to the test in this murder mystery camp! Campers will spend the week exploring the building blocks of classic detective stories, from collecting clues and discovering motives to conducting high stakes interrogations. By the end of the week campers will put it all together and solve their own thrilling murder mystery!

This program is led by University of Manitoba student Veronica Sikorski.

Open to students entering grades 6-9 in the fall.

Do you like art, engineering, or city planning? If you answered yes to any of these, Cardboard City is the place for you! At this camp, students will design and build a model city, all out of cardboard and other recycled materials. It’s a great opportunity to get creative while also learning about urban planning. Donations of recycled materials encouraged.

This program is led by long-ago Cardboard City camper and EAGLE alum, Petra Fondrk.

Open to students entering grades 1-4 in the fall.

Join us for a week of creativity and fun as we explore the world of needle crafts! Campers will learn the basics of cross-stitch, needlepoint, and knitting, building skills while creating their own unique projects. With hands-on guidance and plenty of room for imagination, this camp is perfect for beginners and young crafters eager to stitch, sew, and knit their way to something special!

This program is led by EAGLE Language Arts, Social Studies, and Drama Teacher, Dani Oldfield.

Open to students entering grades 2-5 in the fall.

Over the course of *two* weeks, participants will collaborate to brainstorm, write, stage, and perform an original musical, with props and costumes! We will analyze aspects of some classic musicals and use those to inspire our own original ideas. All experience and comfort levels are welcome.

This program is expanding to two weeks this year to allow for even more awesomeness!

This program is led by EAGLE Music Teacher, Mark Wurzelbacher.

Open to students entering grades 6-9 in the fall.

¡Bienvenidos! Join us for a week of learning Spanish language and Hispanic culture. We will cook a popular dish, play cultural games, listen to Latin music, make art and crafts, and practice beginner-level Spanish vocabulary and grammar through fun daily activities. Students will come home each day with a wealth of knowledge about an ever-growing cultural presence.

This program is led by former MCDS Spanish Teacher, Ruby Conrad.

Open to students entering grades 1-4 in the fall.

Willkommen! Join us for a fun introduction to the German language and culture. Campers will learn simple German words and phrases through games, music, and hands-on activities. We’ll make colorful Karnival masks, play German games, and even try some traditional foods! Together, we’ll learn about a new place and people in a fun, beginner-friendly way.

This program is led by University of Manitoba student Veronica Sikorski.

Open to students entering grades 1-3 in the fall.

Have you ever wanted to learn a role-playing game (“RPG”)? Dungeons and Dragons is one of the oldest and most distinguished RPGs in the world and our summer program will help you get started. Learn character-building, game rules, how to play, and more. Discover the fun of defeating imaginary monsters and dragons with a group of friends, and get a good foundation for learning other role-playing games.

This camp is designed for new players or those with some experience. Make sure to check out the week 2 D&D program for more advanced play! 

This program is led by D&D experts, Claire Titelbaum (EAGLE School ‘22) and Isaac Gildrie-Voyles.

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Make your own game from start to finish at Game Development club! Each student will draw game sprites and code levels for their own unique game using software and coding languages they haven’t explored at EAGLE. At the end of the course, they will be able to take their game home to play or further develop on their chromebooks. Whether you’re trying to expand your skills, are looking for an introduction to coding, or just trying to gain experience, coding club is for you! Students may bring their own chromebooks or use those provided by EAGLE.

This program is led by EAGLE alum Murphy Munson and EAGLE Math Teacher, Erica Munson.

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

With an emphasis on World School and Congressional Debate styles, this session of Speech & Debate takes what students have learned and builds up their debating skills. Still steeped in games and fun activities, Speech & Debate 102 prepares students for formal debates and dives into more complex topics to help students prepare for official debates.

Students should have attended at least one previous session of Speech & Debate (at EAGLE or elsewhere) to enroll in this camp. 

This program is led by EAGLE Speech & Debate Coach, Maggie Flamingo-Capra.

Open to students entering grades 6-9 in the fall.

Do you love solving mysteries, finding patterns, or making food? The science of chemistry explores how substances behave, both on their own and when combined with other substances. We will explore chemistry through chromatography, using indicators, making solutions, and carrying out reactions. Questions we will answer may include: is there really iron in Total cereal? What is the best method for cleaning an oil spill? Join us to zoom in and find out how things work at the atomic scale!

Please note that this camp is also offered in the afternoon.

This program is led by EAGLE alumni, Liam Bradley and Addie Thiel.

Open to students entering grades 1-3 in the fall.

Learn the basics of carpentry and safety as you make your own take-home projects. Possible projects include picture frames, phone amplifiers, and bird houses! We will learn how to safely (and with supervision) use some essential tools, such as hammers, electrical screwdrivers, and jigsaws.

This program is led by EAGLE Music Teacher Mark Wurzelbacher and Physical Education Teacher Yann Biancat.

Open to students entering grades 6-9 in the fall.

Have you ever dreamed of having your very own ultimate dance party machine? What about building a rocket car that sounds like a cat? Or a snack bot that could slingshot popcorn in your mouth on command? Join us at LEGO camp and build your Mega Bot with us!

For this camp, we will: 
– identify a problem 
– dream big and propose a solution
– learn about sensors and coding with LEGO Spike through progressive building and programming
– use your skills in teams to build and program your dream bots and 
– present our solutions!

This program is led by EAGLE Parents and LEGO League Coaches, Erica Liabo-VanDerPol and Keri Schlecht.

Open to students entering grades 1-4 in the fall.

Want to create something warm and cozy, or crafty and cute? This camp will begin with teaching how to start a knitting project, and then how to do the knit stitch, purl stitch and finally how to complete a project. All supplies will be available to use and participants will keep their projects after the week is up!  Some advanced knitting skills will also be shown to those interested in learning.

This program is led by EAGLE Science Teacher, Jenny Klepper. 

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Get ready to level up your needle craft skills in Stitch & Create 2.0! This intermediate camp is for returning campers who have already taken Stitch & Create. Campers will design their own cross-stitch and embroidery patterns, build confidence with more advanced stitching techniques, and knit fun projects like hats using strip knitting methods. Come ready to create, customize, and take your crafting skills to the next level!

This program is led by EAGLE Language Arts, Social Studies, and Drama Teacher, Dani Oldfield.

Open to students entering grades 3-6 in the fall.

Immerse yourself in Spanish-speaking cultures through conversation, crafts, and food! Campers will build piñatas, make and eat pupusas, and explore the many places where Spanish is spoken. Instruction will be given in English, but Spanish conversation will be welcome and encouraged as well. Whether students are completely new to Spanish, or proficient in the language, fun will be had by all. ¡Vámonos!

Please note that this camp is also offered in Week 1.

This program is led by EAGLE Spanish Teacher, Jessica Devine.

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Zines are small, self-published magazines with a long and interesting history. In Zines Club we will spend the week writing, designing, drawing, and publishing our own zines. Bring your ideas and creativity as we explore a wide-range of styles, materials, and formats for zines. You will leave with copies of your own publications, as well as your clubmates’ creations!

This program is led by EAGLE Language Arts, Social Studies, and Drama Teacher, Katie McEnaney.

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Have you ever wondered if a game was fair?  Or what would be a better move to make in what seems like a game of chance?  Come explore the world of games, chance and probability using math and logic!  We will play games, win games, lose games and figure out how to analyze likely outcomes (and maybe beat our friends and family!).

This program is led by EAGLE Math Teacher Erica Munson.

Open to students entering grades 4-6 in the fall.

Have you wondered what it’s like to be a bird, perched atop a mature oak tree? Climbing tall trees is an exciting and fulfilling activity–all you need is a sense of adventure! We supply all the equipment (ropes, harnesses, etc) and guidance needed to get you into the treetop. Our guides provide easy to follow instructions and encouragement to support you during your journey into the world of tree climbing.

Please note, this is a 3-hour camp, on the morning of July 24 only. Consider pairing this camp with Wildlife Club! (see below)

This facilitated climb is led by Curt Andrews of Treetop Explorer, LLC.

Open to students entering grades 4-9 in the fall.

Join us for a week of immersion in nature as we explore birds and other wildlife around EAGLE School! Activities will include bird identification, making bird feeders, checking trail cams and tracking animals, a nature scavenger hunt, and learning all about Wisconsin trees and animals. Activities, learning, and games will be both inside and outside, so come ready to explore!

Please note: this camp runs Monday – Thursday, July 20-23. We recommend pairing it with Treetop Explorers! (see below)

This program is led by artist and birding enthusiast, Joni Goldman, and veteran birder and EAGLE 8th Grader Gio Rios.

Open to students entering grades 4-9 in the fall.

Do you already have some experience with Dungeons & Dragons? Perhaps you participated in our D&D summer camp last year? Then you’re all set for this D&D RPG follow-up program. Participants will build on their previous knowledge and up their game, building stronger teams and defeating some of the worst monsters and dragons in their imaginary midst.

This program is led by D&D expert, Claire Titelbaum (EAGLE School ‘22) and her father, Mike Titelbaum, Dept. of Philosophy, University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Spark creativity and style in Jewelry Making! Campers will design and create their own accessories, from colorful friendship bracelets to beaded masterpieces and unique polymer bead creations. With endless possibilities for self-expression, this camp is perfect for young artists who love to craft and accessorize!

This program is led by EAGLE Language Arts, Social Studies, and Drama Teacher, Dani Oldfield.

Open to students entering grades 1-4 in the fall.

Calling all designers and builders! Use your creativity, precision, and zest for problem-solving to conquer a fun engineering design challenge: building a roller coaster track! Though our project is inspired by Science Olympiad, no prior experience with Science Olympiad is necessary (and participation in this camp and the school-year team are treated separately). Learn the physics behind the potential and kinetic energy of roller coasters through pHet simulations and your own engineering. Design, build, test, and improve your roller coaster track throughout the week, to prepare for the final testing with Science Olympiad criteria!

EAGLE Sci Oly Coaches Ellie Tumarkin and Jenny Klepper will help you bring your designs to life!

Open to students entering grades 5-9 in the fall.

Do you love solving mysteries, finding patterns, or making food? The science of chemistry explores how substances behave, both on their own and when combined with other substances. We will explore chemistry through chromatography, using indicators, making solutions, and carrying out reactions. Questions we will answer may include: is there really iron in Total cereal? What is the best method for cleaning an oil spill? Join us to zoom in and find out how things work at the atomic scale!

This program is led by EAGLE alumni, Liam Bradley and Addie Thiel. *Please note that this camp is also offered in the afternoon.

Open to students entering grades 1-3 in the fall.

Do you love crafting and creating? How about science and stories? Join EAGLE 5th Grade teacher Katie McEnaney on a week-long exploration of building and designing fairy houses (miniature scenes and worlds) using found objects and items from nature. We will also stretch our creative muscles with writing and storytelling about the scenes we’ve created.

This program is led by EAGLE Language Arts, Social Studies, and Drama Teacher, Katie McEnaney.

Open to students entering grades 2-6 in the fall.

Learn the ropes, so to speak, of rock climbing! We will practice proper positioning and footwork to propel ourselves while conserving energy. In addition to using the EAGLE rock climbing wall to practice climbing techniques, we will have a day of bike riding on local bike paths. Please be prepared to bring a bike if you have access to one for a day of camp. There will also be other outdoor activities on the EAGLE school grounds.  We will cap off the week with a field trip to Greater Heights Climbing Gym, where campers will have the chance to boulder and climb with harnesses using an auto belay system. Come join us for Peak Adventure!

This camp is led by EAGLE Physical Education Teacher, Yann Biancat, and EAGLE Language Arts, Social Studies and Drama Teacher, Todd Kemper.

Open to students entering grades 4-9 in the fall.

Over the course of *two* weeks, participants will collaborate to brainstorm, write, stage, and perform an original musical, with props and costumes! We will analyze aspects of some classic musicals and use those to inspire our own original ideas. All experience and comfort levels are welcome. This program is expanding to two weeks this year to allow for even more awesomeness!

This program is led by EAGLE Music Teacher, Mark Wurzelbacher.

Open to students entering grades 6-9 in the fall.

For students who have completed the Game Development camp (either in 2025 or 2026), join us for another level of challenge! Continue working on the game you made previously, or come up with something new. Students can choose to fly solo or team up, adding features to make their project even cooler and more ambitious. By the end of the week, you’ll have a functioning game to share with the group and wow your friends and family! Students may bring their own chromebooks or use those provided by EAGLE.

This camp is led by EAGLE alum Murphy Munson and EAGLE Math Teacher, Erica Munson. 

Open to students entering grades 6-9 in the fall.

Make something from nothing! In this camp, students will transform waste materials into creative, sustainable artistic pieces. Students will learn Spanish vocabulary surrounding a project focused on learning to braid and weave plastic bags to create a mural of up-cycled materials to adorn the EAGLE School halls!

This camp is led by former MCDS Spanish Teacher, Ruby Conrad, and EAGLE Parent Keri Schlecht.

Open to students entering grades 3-9 in the fall.