Our Education

Summer Saints

Planning Guide

Thank you for your interest in St. Paul’s Episcopal School’s summer programs. Our summer programs offer engaging educational and recreational programs for learners of all ages beginning as young as rising St. Paul’s Early Education (EEC) 3K.

If you would like to apply to work for Summer Saints Day Camp, please click here.

Please see the following sections for more information on each summer learning opportunity.

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  • Contact Information

    Questions? If you can't find the information you need on this page then please feel free to contact one our summer program coordinators:

  • How to Register

    To register your student for Summer Saints Day Camp, Summer Enrichment Classes, or Summer Sports, please click here.

    Information and schedules about each are below.

  • Day Camp: K-5th Grade

    Summer Saints Day Camp will begin on Monday, June 5th and will end on Friday, July 28th. Camp will be closed July 3rd and 4th. The last day of camp, July 28th, will be a half day. The hours will be 7:30am-3:00pm with an optional aftercare from 3:00pm-5:30pm for an additional charge. The weekly tuition is $165 per child except for the week of July 5th which is $100 per child. The aftercare option is an additional weekly fee of $70 per child except for the week of July 5th which is $45 per child.

    Summer Saints Craze - June 5th-9th
    Welcome to Summer Saints 2023! We are so excited to kick off this summer with a crazy and fun first week. We have lots of activities planned to show our students how fun the summer can be! From Mob Sno to a giant waterslide, we will have ourselves a great first week of Summer!

    Wilderness Explorers - June 12th-16th
    Ever seen the movie Up? Our students will have the opportunity to earn badges throughout the week by completing tasks just like Russell does in the movie! Children will be learning about nature, animals, and everything outdoors. Come explore the outdoors with us!

    Welcome to Wonderland - June 19th-23rd
    Come join us in the magical world of Wonderland! During this Disney-filled week we will have a theater camp for the students to enjoy and learn about different aspects of putting on a show. 

    Ooey Gooey Mess Fest - June 26th-30th
    Welcome to our STEAM week! What is better than fun activities and projects that stimulate our student's minds? Ooey, gooey, and messy activities! Make sure to wear clothes that can get messy!

    Super Saint Spy School - July 5th-7th
    Do you have what it takes to become a Super Saint Spy? This week will be full of spy training, puzzles, and mysteries for the students to practice. By the end of the week, all the students will have enough training to become a Super Saints Spy!

    Where in the World Are the Saints? - July 10th-14th
    The Saints will travel to different places around the world to learn about their cultures! Our students will spend the week learning about different cultures through activities such as games, cooking, and crafts. Where will we go first?

    You’re a Wizard, Saint! - July 17th-July 21st
    This week Summer Saints will transform into Hogwarts! The students will be sorted into the Hogwarts Houses, make their own wands, and even play in a Quidditch Tournament. Come join us for a magical week!

    Survivor Week - July 24th-July 28th
    Outwit, Outplay, Outlast. During the last week of Summer Saints, students will train and compete in challenges throughout the week to win points for their team! 

  • Day Camp: 3K & PreK

    Summer Saints Day Camp will begin on Monday, June 5th and will end on Friday, July 28th. Camp will be closed July 3rd and 4th. The last day of camp, July 28th, will be a half day. The hours will be 7:30am-3:00pm with an optional aftercare from 3:00pm-5:30pm for an additional charge. The weekly tuition is $165 per child except for the week of July 5th which is $100 per child. The aftercare option is an additional weekly fee of $70 per child except for the week of July 5th which is $45 per child.

    If your child is not potty trained, they will not be allowed to register for this summer program.
     
    The Land Before Time - June 5th-9th
    Once upon a time, dinosaurs ruled the earth. Your child will travel back in time on a prehistoric trek as we earn our title of Junior Paleontologists for a week!

    It’s a Bug’s Life - June 12th-16th
    Dung beetles, fireflies, and bees, oh my! The secret life of bugs unfolds this week! Your child won’t want to miss these wings.

    Mermaids and Pirates of Mobile Bay - June 19th-23rd
    Ahoy matey’s! Find your sea legs or mermaid tail and join the crew for a week of adventure on the high seas of summer camp! Get ready to search for treasure, walk the plank and explore the deep ocean. Anchors away, it’s time to set sail!

    Ooey Gooey Mess Fest - June 26th-30th
    Explore the wonders of science during this camp that invites children to get messy with all things ooey, gooey, and slimy. Campers will experiment with goop, slime, exploding soda, volcanoes, and so much more.

    Fantastic Friendships - July 5th-7th
    Come join us for our kindness camp! We will learn how to be kind to our friends and family, our community and our world as a whole!

    Cooking with Books - July 10th-14th
    Watch out iron chefs here we come! This week we will pair a book with a recipe and cook away! We’ll learn how to measure and pour and learn about proper table manners! Crafts will be centered on food themes and we will sample our tasty creations!

    Princesses and Superheroes in Training - July 17th-July 21st
    Calling all Princesses and Superheroes in training! This week will be full of activities and games to learn how to be a proper Princess and a heroic Superhero. Each student will create their very own fairy or superhero garden to take home with them!

    Cars and Trucks and Things that Go! - July 24th-July 28th
    Planes, trains, cars, trucks and boats carry us around town and across the open sea. This week is all about how we find our way across short and long distances every day!

  • Athletic Camps

    Saints Golf Camp
    May 30-31 and June 1, 2023
    12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
    Rising 3rd – 7th grade
    $150

    Saints Baseball Camp
    May 31 – June 2, 2023
    8:30-11:00 a.m.
    Rising 1st –6th  graders
    $100

    Saints Girls’ Basketball Camp
    June 5 – 7, 2023
    10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Rising 3rd – 6th grade
    $100

    Saints Boys Basketball Camp
    June 5 – 7, 2023
    10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Rising 3rd – 6th grade
    $100

    Saints Lacrosse Camp
    July 10-13, 2023
    5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
    Rising K – 6th grade
    $165: includes a professionally strung lacrosse stick for future use
    or $165: bring your own stick

    Saints Golf Camp
    June 13-15, 2023
    9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
    Rising 3rd – 7th grade
    $150


    Saints Softball Clinic
    June 13 – 15, 2023
    2:30 – 5:00 p.m.
    Rising 3rd – 6th grade
    $100

    Saints Volleyball Camp
    June 26 - 28, 2023
    9:00-11:30 a.m.
    Rising 3rd-6th
    $100

    Saints Cheerleading Camp
    July 17 – 19, 2023
    9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
    Rising Kinder - 4th grades
    $100 (No walk-up registrations please.)

    Saints Football Camp
    July 17 - 19, 2023
    8 – 11 a.m.
    preK – rising 6th
    $100

    Saints Soccer Camp
    August 21 – 25, 2023
    4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
    Girls and Boys – preK – rising 6th
    $100

  • Enrichment Classes

    Drivers’ Education
    Must be 15 years of age and have a valid learner's permit before completing the driving portion. Upon satisfactory completion of the course students will receive a certificate of completion for drivers' education that may be used for insurance discounts. Students will also have the opportunity to earn their boaters certification. In addition to the above, students may also be able to satisfy the driving portion of the driver's license test through drivers' education. They will drive with the instructor and receive a certificate through Alabama's third-party drivers' education course.
    May 30 - June 5, 2023 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    (Tuesday - Friday the first week and Monday the next)
    $300 for students enrolled at St. Paul’s/$325 for Non-St. Paul’s students
     
    Spy School! (Robots, Coding & Mysteries) Kim McDonald
    Recruiting top secret agents to join Mrs. McDonald’s Spy Team. Crack the codes, solve the Breakout Box mysteries and uncover some of the best detective books in the library. Join the forces and learn your secret agent identity!
    June 13 - 15, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 am OR 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
    Rising K - 3rd graders
    $140

    PreK Readiness Camp Whitney Barnett and Shelley Kennedy
    You’re O’ fish’ ally in PreK! Come join Mrs. Barnett and Mrs. Kennedy for a four-day week of learning the ins and outs of our daily routines, and get a little sneak peek of all the fun we have in PreK. We will spend the camp days exploring different specials offered during the year and practicing PreK skills like cutting, gluing, and creating. We will have morning meeting time, story book time, and center time to become familiar with our new classroom routines. We cannot wait to meet our newest little saints. The fish are biting so HOOK your spot now!! Available for rising PreK students.
    **Please send your child with a snack and drink daily.
    June 19 - 22, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 am
    July 10 - 13, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 am
    Rising PreK
    $160
     
    Camp Kindergarten Emily Foster
    Come and get ready for Kindergarten! We will explore the new building, go over morning routines and rules, and play some fun games to get us prepared! We will practice important skills to help us be ready the upcoming school year. Let’s let the first day of Kindergarten be a piece of cake!
    **Please send a snack and drink each day.
    July 10 - 12, 2023 - 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
    OR
    July 24 - 26, 2023 - 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
    Rising Kindergarten
    $160
     
    Get Ready for 1st Grade! Melissa Sigler
    Come join Mrs. Sigler in 1st grade. We will have fun learning all about 1st grade. We will review reading and math skills, enjoy centers, make crafts and even have recess time. Come and get ready for 1st grade!
    July 10 - 12, 2022 - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    Rising 1st graders (minimum of 10, maximum of 20)
    $135

    Chess Summer Camp Ashley Lamar
    Beat the heat while you learn the ancient game of chess!  Join Mr. Lamar, the St. Paul's Chess Coach along with student volunteers from our upper school chess team to learn strategy, practice puzzles, and develop your board vision.  We have the chess mats, the pieces and some coaches willing to work with you.
    July 11 – 13: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
    Rising 3rd-8th
    $150
     
    Calling All Reading & Lego Lovers! Kim McDonald
    Do you love books? Do you love Legos? If so, this is the camp for you! We will combine STEM with reading to create a new challenge each day! The students will listen to a story and be given something they must create. This camp will encourage team-work, curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity through hands-on, playful learning.
    July 31 - August 2, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. OR 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
    Rising K - 3rd graders
    $140
     
    It’s a whole new world…Get Ready for 3rd Grade! Stacy Fasanello
    Is your rising 3rd grader nervous about moving to the big campus? If so, this camp will be perfect! We will tour the campus, explore classrooms and the cafeteria, and answer all of your child’s burning questions about 3rd grade life! At the same time, we will review 2nd grade math skills needed to have a successful start to the year. Your child will end this camp excited and ready to begin 3rd grade with confidence!
    **Students will need a snack and drink each day.
    July 18 - 20, 2023 - 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
    Rising 3rd graders
    $140
     
    3rd Grade Summer Reading Stacy Fasanello and Amy Strickand
    Wrap up your summer with your friends and the 3rd grade summer reading book! We will read Third Grade Angels together and complete the required assignment. We will also do some fun Angel activities and art projects. Your assignment will be completed and ready to turn in on the first day of school!
    **Students will need their own copy of the book as well as a snack and drink each day.
    July 25 - 27, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    Rising 3rd graders
    $140
     
    Reader’s Theater Cazra Guy
    Reader’s Theater is an oral reading strategy for building fluency, reading with expression, and increasing reading confidence. You do not have to memorize a part! Reading the script over and over builds their fluency! In addition to practicing our reading fluency, we will get to be crafty! We will create a backdrop and props to use in their final performance!
    July 11 - 13, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    Rising 3rd and 4th graders (minimum of 8, maximum of 22)
    Cost: $140
     
    Discover the Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing Karen Baldwin
    Would you like to work on your summer reading requirement with a group of friends? Come join Ms. Baldwin for a fun-filled week as we explore the adventures of Peter and Fudge! Activities will include daily reading and book discussions, pre-reading activities, reader’s theatre, vocabulary and grammar activities, character discussion, and games and art - all with the focus on the book The Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. The result at the end of the week will be the completion of your summer reading requirement and project!
    **Students will need a copy of the book Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing as well as a snack and drink each day.
    June 19-22, 2023 - 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or
    July 10 - 13, 2023- 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
    Rising 4th graders
    $175
     
    Super Fun Summer Math Camp Mary Allison Potts
    Rising 4th graders will use exciting games and activities to brush up on important math skills before school starts. Join Mrs. Potts for Super Fun Summer Math Camp, and start your 4th grade year off right. Have fun and brush up on your math skills before 4th grade!
    July 25 - 27, 2023 -1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
    Rising 4th graders
    $140
     
    Get Ready for Fourth Grade Karen Baldwin
    Calling all rising 4th graders! Come join Ms. Baldwin as we learn about all things 4th grade. We will learn organizational skills, work habits, study skills, the 4th grade schedule, and routine and basic procedures. We will also review basic reading, math and language arts skills to ensure a successful start to your 4th grade year.
    **Bring a snack and a drink each day!
    July 24 - 26, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    Rising 4th graders
    $140

    Focus on 4th Grade Math Before 5th Grade Begins! Kara Frazer
    Attention all rising 5th graders, come put your math skills back into focus as we practice the math concepts that matter the most to be successful in 5th grade. We will review many different 4th grade math concepts in a variety of fun ways, and you will have a chance to complete your summer math packet as well.
    July 25 - 27 - 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
    Rising 5th graders
    Cost: $155

    Fifth Grade Summer Reading Class: The Wonders of Auggie Pullman Donna Mackin
    Come join Mrs. Mackin for a fun-filled week as we read the required summer reading, Wonder. During the course of the week, we will read the novel, complete activities to enhance reading comprehension, and watch the movie. Fifth graders will also complete their summer reading project by the end of the week!
    **Students will need their own copy of the book as well as a snack and drink each day.
    June 12 - 15, 2023 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    OR
    July 10- 13, 2023 - 1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
    OR
    July 31 - August 3, 2023 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    Rising 5th graders
    Cost $185
     
    Wonderful World of Writing Review! Kara Frazer
    Calling all future 5th graders to review grammar and revision skills through games, color coding and rhyme. This class will be a creative, good time! Bring your new laptop for your writing tool, which will help you be more prepared for school.
    July 25 - 27, 2023 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Rising 5th graders
    Cost: $155

    Information Station 5.0 (computer tips and tricks for the 5th grade and New Middle School Students) Jodi Ivey
    Come and join Mrs. Ivey (5th grade history teacher) for a fun-filled week getting a head start on learning how to use your computer. We will learn the ins and outs of the programs used in 5th grade; such as: OneNote, Office 365, Teams, general personalization of your computer, and much more! Students will need to bring their St. Paul’s issued laptop and a snack each day.
    July 10 - 13, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. OR
    July 17 - 20, 2023 - 1:00 - 3:30 p.m.
    $150
     
    Math Matters! Lisa Rawlins
    This class is designed to help students transition from 5th to 6th grade. Many new math skills are taught in 6th grade and this enrichment class will help them to begin the year with a stronger foundation to build on. Rising 6th graders will do drills, activities, games, and review. Time will also be allotted for assistance and completion of their summer math assignment. Students should bring their laptops with them to class each day.
     
    July 24 - 26, 2023 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. OR 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
    Rising 6th graders
    $175
     
    Explore The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Stacey Burt and Melanie Fromdahl
    Discover the contributions of William Kamkwamba to the African town of Malawi in William’s memoir, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind. Come complete your science and history summer reading with Mrs. Fromdahl and Dr. Burt. We’ll read the novel, work on engineering projects related to the reading, discuss the universal theme of power in history and science, and finish the summer work assigned to the book.
    *Students will need their own copy of the book. (Be sure to get the Young Readers Edition)
    June 5-8, 2023, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. or
    July 17-20, 2023, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
    Rising 6th graders
    $140

    Step into the World of Narnia Elizabeth Campbell
    Dive into a new world with the 6th grade English summer reading book, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. Join Mrs. Campbell for this fun way to accomplish your summer reading for English! During the week, we will read the book, and look closely at vocabulary, character development, and figurative language. 6th graders will also complete their summer reading projects.
    *Summer camp sessions are not a guarantee of a certain grade on summer reading projects.
    **Students need their own copies of the book, and a snack and drink each day.
    June 5 - 7, 2023 - 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. OR
    July 24 - 26, 2023 - 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
    Rising 6th graders
    $140
     
    Join in on The Adventures of Tom Sawyer! Elizabeth Campbell
    Float down the Mighty Mississippi, and enjoy the adventures of two American classic characters, Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. During this reading camp, we will read your 7th grade required English book and complete the summer project.
    *Summer camp sessions are not a guarantee of a certain grade on summer reading projects.
    **Students need their own copy of the book. (Please purchase the newest version: the 75th Anniversary edition that can be purchased from the Campus Store. The version used in previous years is outdated.) 
    June 5 - 7, 2023 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR
    July 24 - 26, 2023 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    Rising 7th graders
    $140
     
    Join in on Night! Elizabeth Campbell
    Join us for this quick reading camp for the 8th grade English required book Night by Elie Wiesel.
    *Summer camp sessions are not a guarantee of a certain grade on summer reading projects.
    **Students need their own copy of the book and a snack and drink each day.
    June 5 - 7, 2023 - 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. OR
    July 24 - 26, 2023 - 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
    Rising 8th graders
    $140
     
    Middle School Study Skills Molly Wagner
    This course will address the study skills that will help students succeed in Middle School. Mrs. Wagner will cover topics like setting goals, how we learn, identifying individual learning styles, getting organized, reading and following directions, reading and writing strategies, memory techniques, test-taking strategies and using graphic organizers.
    August 7 - 10, 2023 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Rising 5th - 8th graders
    $150
     
    Math and Test-taking “brush-up” John Brigham
    Join Mr. Brigham as he teaches you habits to help you get the best possible results out of your time and effort throughout the new school year. This course will focus on a refresher for math skills and will include the pre-algebra and algebra skills needed for all St. Paul’s math classes. Students will then review the math course that they just finished before previewing the math course that they are moving into. The math portion of the ACT will also be addressed. In addition to math skills, there will be test taking and study skills for all subjects covered. Students will be given access to a OneNote notebook which contains practice problems and lessons for every Math class from grade 7 -12 (a wonderful resource for the future if ever they need extra help).
    July 31 - August 3, 2023: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Rising 7th-12th graders
    $150
     
    Gulf Coast Young Engineers Lego Robotics Camp
    The Best of the Best
    Campers will build our most popular robotics models while learning about the mechanical and scientific principles of the transmissions as well as other interesting scientific facts. Students have lots of fun while fully engaging their inquiring minds.
    June 19 - 22, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
    Rising 4th -7th graders
    $250

    Gulf Coast Young Engineers Lego Robotics Camp
    Advanced Engineering Robotic Design
    This camp is for advanced robotics builders. Campers will build advanced models while learning the mechanical and scientific principles of the transmissions. Students will then have the opportunity to design their own robots using the transmission of the day. This camp teaches complex principles and advanced building skills.
    June 19 - 22, 2023 - 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
    Rising 6th-9th graders
    $250

    Advanced Placement History Bootcamp Marty Smisson
    Want to get a jump on learning the skills required for Advanced Placement History? Come to AP Bootcamp where students will be introduced to the historical thinking skills, reasoning processes, and associated task requirements for AP. Exercises in document analysis, essay writing, the DBQ (document based question), and college level textbook reading will be included. Recommended for students new to Advanced Placement European History or those seeking AP skills practice.
    July 24 - 26, 2023 - 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
    $125
     
    June ACT Boot Camp Karen Duren
    This course will refresh your knowledge in the content areas and familiarize you with the ACT test in the week prior to the June test date. You will practice types of questions typical on this test and basic strategies for optimizing your score and use of time. We will cover one section each day, using the blank tests in your practice book. The Friday session will be for additional practice in sections as determined by the group.
    June 5 - 9, 2023 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    $175, student must also purchase the book
    The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023*
    ISBN-13: 978-1119865902
    *There will be a newer version of this book released soon: 2023-24 with online materials. It is not yet available but you may opt for this newer version if it is released before the class date. The books will be very similar. Either book will suffice for the course.
    Rising 11th - 12th graders

    July ACT Boot Camp Karen Duren
    This course will refresh your knowledge in the content areas and familiarize you with the ACT test in the week prior to the June test date. You will practice types of questions typical on this test and basic strategies for optimizing your score and use of time. We will cover one section each day, using the blank tests in your practice book. The Friday session will be for additional practice in sections as determined by the group.
    July 10 - 14, 2023 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    $175, student must also purchase the book
    The Official ACT Prep Guide 2022-2023*
    ISBN-13: 978-1119865902 *There will be a newer version of this book released soon: 2023-24 with online materials. It is not yet available but you may opt for this newer version if it is released before the class date. The books will be very similar. Either book will suffice for the course.
    Rising 11th - 12th graders

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