All Camps and Courses will take place at Bragg Elementary School. Registration closes on May 31. Use the Magnifier Glass Feature on top right-hand side of this page to search by teacher name, camp/course type, dates, or grade level . Please contact the teacher running the camp or course with specific questions.
30th Annual Chester Basketball Camp
Dates: June 22-25
Grades: Open to students entering grades 4-9
Instructor: Jim Yankowicz (chesterbasketballcamp@gmail.com)
Description: The Chester Basketball Camp is all about teaching fundamentals to develop the camper’s skill in every area and learning the proper way to play the game. To be a successful player at the HS level a player must be able to dribble, pass and shoot the basketball. They must also learn to play hard and develop an understanding of the game. The camp includes 6-8 teaching stations and a variety of competitive games where teamwork is emphasized. Players of all ability levels will be challenged!
Price: $250.00 or $420 for both weeks
Registration: Click here to access flyer and registration form.
Chester Basketball Shooting Camp
Dates: June 29-July 2
Grades: Open to students entering grades 5-10
Instructor: Jim Yankowicz (chesterbasketballcamp@gmail.com)
Description: The Chester Basketball Shooting Camp is designed to develop the camper’s skill in the art of shooting a basketball. An emphasis is placed on learning proper technique and shooting form. Players of all ability levels will develop and refine their shooting form and have lots fun at the same time!
Price: $200.00 or $420 for both weeks
Registration: Click here to access the flyer and registration instructions.
Benvenuti a Italian Camp
Dates: June 22-25 and June 29-July 2
Grades: Entering Grades 3-5
Instructor: Micol Viscuso (micol.viscuso@chester-nj.org)
Description: Learn basic Italian, culture and prepare and enjoy Italian foods.
Price: $350.00 per week/per child
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Stick With it Field Hockey Camp
Dates: July 7-9 and July 13-15
Grades: Open to students entering grades 5-8
Instructors: Melissa D'Auria (melissa.dauria@chester-nj.org) and Milli Roskie (millicent.roskie@chester-nj.org)
Description: Field Hockey Camp with BRMS Field Hockey Coaches
Price: $300.00 per student/per week
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
American Girl Doll Camp
Dates: June 22-25
Grades: Open to students entering grades K-3
Instructor: Jennifer Christal (jennifer.christal@chester-nj.org)
Description: She was an American Girl…Travel back in time to a different period in history to learn how young girls like you lived! You and your daily guest (your American Girl doll or other doll of your choice) will explore foods, crafts, dance, games and fashion together. Campers will have endless fun while learning about history, culture, and character through the lens of a famous American Girl.
Price: $295.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access registration form.
Imagination Creation Camp
Dates: June 22-25, July 6-9, July 13-16
Grades: Open to students entering grades K-4
Instructor: Mrs. Miller (dani.miller@chester-nj.org)
Description: Are you looking to have tons of fun this summer? Do you like SUPER COOL science experiments, activities, crafts, projects and using your imagination? Do you like making things EXPLODE? Do you like using your hands and getting MESSY? If you answered yes, you should attend Mrs. Miller’s Imagination Creation Science Camp! We will do lots of fabulous and exciting science experiments, projects, and activities, such as flying rockets, dancing spiders, tie dye t-shirts, slime, growing rainbows, lava lamps, salt paintings, magic invisible ink, homemade playdough marshmallow catapults, tie dye name tags, cloud dough monsters, Skittles science experiments, erupting soda & Mentos geysers, chemical reactions with balloons, tie dye art with your name and so much more!
Price: $300.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access registration form.
Kodable Summer Fun
Dates: June 22-25
Grades: Students entering grades 2-3
Instructor: Katie Strauss (katherine.strauss@chester-nj.org)
Description: Get ready for a summer of creativity and problem-solving! In this exciting coding camp, students entering grades 2 and 3 will work with Mrs. Strauss, our STEM and computer teacher, to dive deeper into advanced coding using the Kodable program. Campers will design and code their own games, explore more advanced Kodable worlds, and strengthen their logical thinking skills. Students will also have the opportunity to join live Kodable events, collaborating and coding alongside students from around the world. In addition to computer-based coding, students will complete two hands-on, non-computer STEM projects during the week that promote creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. This camp is perfect for young learners ready to take their coding skills to the next level while having fun!
Price: $295.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Happy Campers
Dates: July 13-16 and July 20-23
Grades: Students entering grades K-2
Instructor: Barbara Knowles (barbara.knowles@chester-nj.org)
Description: Come and enjoy learning about nature and campground life. Join me in the adventures of camping. We will go on nature hikes and scavenger hunts around the school campus. We will make our own snacks, crafts and more! Learn how fun camping life can be indoors and outdoors this summer!
Price: $285.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration Form: Click here to access the registration form.
Sculpture Exploration: A Summer Art Camp!
Dates: June 22-25
Grades: Students entering grades K-6
Instructor: Lori Vilagos (lori.vilagos@chester-nj.org)
Description: This is just the program for young artists who love to experiment, explore, and create to their imaginations' delight! Campers will explore various forms of sculpture with guidance.
Price: $210.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
So Much More Than D&D (Social/Soft Skills)
Dates: June 29-July 2
Grades: Students entering grades 5-8
Instructor: Brandon Kornbluh (brandon.kornbluh@chester-nj.org)
Description: This is a Social Skills group disguised as a D&D group. Students will learn problem solving, conflict resolution, team-building and other soft skills via the well-known storytelling game played with dice.
Price: $250.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Yoga and Mindfulness
Dates: July 13-16
Grades: Students entering grades 2-5
Instructor: Margaret George (margaret.george@chester-nj.org)
Description: Enjoy yoga asanas (poses), stories, games, crafts, healthy snacks and new friendships!
Price: $275.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Chinese Culture and Language Camp
Dates: June 22-July 2 (K-3) and July 6-July 16 (4-8)
Grades: Students entering K-3 or 4-8 depending on session chosen
Instructor: Haiping Wang (haiping.wang@chester-nj.org)
Description: Join us for an exciting summer journey! Students will explore the rich heritage of China through hands-on activities, traditional arts, and delicious food.
Price: $300.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Technology Creation Lab
Dates: June 22-June 25 and July 27-30
Grades: Students entering grades 4-5
Instructor: Danielle Haggerty (danielle.haggerty@chester-nj.org)
Description: Create, code, and explore! Students will dive into hands-on digital projects using Chromebooks, design eBooks, make their own movies, and build virtual reality worlds. We’ll also tinker with Breakout EDU–style websites, coding platforms, and other fun digital creation tools. A high-energy workshop where creativity and technology come together!
Price: $250.00 per week
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Creative Crafts Camp with Mrs. DiFabrizio
Dates: June 22-June 25
Grades: Students entering grades 3-5
Instructor: Andrea DiFabrizio (andrea.difabrizio@chester-nj.org)
Description: Creative Crafts Camp is for campers who want to make calming jars and stress balls, create one-of-a-kind art, design beaded bracelets, and concoct fluffy slime. Campers will also play kid-friendly games, sing silly tunes, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors.
Price: $160.00 per week
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Ready, Set, Kindergarten!
Dates: June 22-June 25
Grades: Students entering kindergarten
Instructor: Liz Wilson (liz.wilson@chester-nj.org) and Nicole Healy (nicole.healy@chester-nj.org)
Description: The program offers a fun, supportive environment where children build confidence and essential skills for kindergarten success. This kindergarten readiness camp will be taught by Dickerson School’s Reading Specialist, Nicole Healy and Kindergarten teacher, Liz Wilson. This four-day camp is designed for children entering kindergarten this fall.
Price: $300.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.
Summer Math Review
Dates: June 22-June 25 and June 29-July 2
Grades: Students entering grades 6-8 (see flyer for specific times)
Instructor: Kim Derosa (kimberly.derosa@chester-nj.org)
Description: Summer math packet completion and review.
Price: $300.00
Flyer: Click here to access the flyer.
Registration: Click here to access the registration form.