Developed for rising preschoolers (age 3) through 8th graders, Catherine Cook Summer Camps provide a diverse lineup of programming designed to keep bodies and minds active over the summer through outdoor and indoor exploration, exercise, and engaging academic activities. Campers will explore their interests, learn new skills, and make new friends in a fun and safe environment.

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Day Camps – Full Day & Half Day Options

Sunshine & Discovery Camp, rising Preschool (age 3) – Senior Kindergarten (age 6)

Adventure Island, rising 1st – 4th grades

Our two-week day camp experiences will provide your child with a memorable summer, featuring:

Dates

• Session 1: Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 28 (no camp on June 19 [Juneteenth])
• Session 2: Monday, July 8 – Friday, July 19
• Session 3: Monday, July 22 – Friday, August 2

Full Day: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. with optional Extended Camp from 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Half Day: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Pricing: $800.00 and $1,250 /Session* | Extended Camp: $250/session (applies to full-day campers)

*Price includes snacks, materials, field trip costs, and t-shirt

Cougar Tech Academy – Half Day

Catherine Cook has partnered with Code Advantage to run the first-ever Cougar Tech Academy. Code Advantage has been working with Catherine Cook for many years, offering many after-school tech classes for students.  Each half-day session runs for one week.

Junior Coder Camp, rising 2nd-3rd grades
Learning to code at any age is beneficial to students. Similar to learning another language, early exposure can help a child pick it up with confidence and ease. Our Junior Coder camp gives kids a way to learn critical coding skills while creating video games, programming LEGO robots, creating worlds in Roblox Studio, and coding their way through Minecraft. Students will explore faraway countries, cities, and even the world of Harry Potter!

Pro Game Designer Camp, rising 4th-5th grades
We know kids LOVE their video games! In this amazing gaming adventure, kids will learn critical coding skills, open up new ways to be creative, and enhance problem-solving skills. Campers will build and code projects using Roblox Studio, program a handheld LEGO robot creation, and code their own spells while exploring Hogwarts. 

Dates

• Session 1: June 24-28
• Session 2: July 15-19
• Session 3: July 29 – August 2

Time: 8:00-11:30 a.m. (option to extend day with Mighty Cougars Sports Camp until 3:30 p.m.)

Pricing: $475.00/session
 

Mighty Cougars Sports Camp – Half Day

Catherine Cook has partnered with Hot Shots Sports to run the first-ever Mighty Cougars Sports Camp. Hot Shot Sports has been working with Catherine Cook for many years, offering many after-school sports classes for students.  Each half-day session runs for one week.

All rising 2nd-5th graders are welcome, whether beginners or advanced! Campers are divided into groups based on age, size, and ability.  

Campers will focus on skill development and fundamentals for a sport each day, followed by gameplay. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship. Sports include:

Dates

• Session 1: June 24-28
• Session 2: July 15-19
• Session 3: July 29 – August 2

Time: 12:30-3:30 p.m. with optional Extended Camp from 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Pricing: $325.00/session | Extended Camp: $200/session
 

Cougar Tech Academy + Mighty Cougars Sports Camp – Full Day

Dates

• Session 1: June 24-28
• Session 2: July 15-19
• Session 3: July 29 – August 2

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with optional Extended Camp from 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Pricing: $750.00/session | Extended Camp: $200.00/session
 

Cougar Cubs Welcome Camp (Only Available to Incoming Cook Students)

Join us for a fun-filled, engaging, and educational mini-camp specifically designed for incoming Early Childhood students. We aim to help your child acclimate to their new school environment, establish a routine, and build confidence as they embark on this exciting new chapter. Students can visit their classroom, lunchroom, rooftop playgrounds, library, main office, security, nurse's office, the Head of School's office, and so much more! 

Dates: August 5-9

Time: 8:00-11:00 a.m.

Pricing: $250
 

August Mini-Camps

Looking for a one-week camp focused on a single interest? Rising Junior Kindergarteners (age 4) through 8th graders are invited to join us for an August Mini-Camp, where we will explore topics like coding, art, math, science, and more! The full list of mini-camps is now available to view in the Summer Camp Registration System. 

Dates: August 5-9

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Pricing: Varies, based on camp materials*

*Price includes snacks and materials
 

Registration

Registration for 2024 Summer Camps is now open! Please click here to register.

Questions can be directed to Rachel Pujol, Director of Auxiliary Programs, at rpujol@ccookschool.org or 312.266.3381 x2145.

 

All camp programs will begin and end at Catherine Cook School, 226 W. Schiller St., Chicago.