June 11-15
Morning: 9-11:30 a.m. $190
Afternoon: 12:30-3:00 p.m. $190
*Full Day: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. $380
*full day campers must bring peanut/tree nut free lunch and water

Our chess summer camp will help your student expand their chess knowledge for greater game success. A professional instructor will provide a high-level of instruction, which will include opening theory, middle game tactics and planning, and end game combinations so to move each student to new level of enjoyment and skill.

July 9-13, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450

Computer science faculty Andy Stone will lead campers in a week exploring various methods focusing on Physical Computing (programming devices that use sensors, motors, lights, sound, etc). Campers will also have outside games and activities and lunch each day.

June 25-29, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450

Join middle school faculty Bobby Oommen and Amy Atkinson for a week filled with programming and challenges! Students will spend the week using curriculum developed by the Air Force Association to learn basic cybersecurity concepts, how to secure a computer, and how to prevent attacks on their computers and networks. Campers will participate in a nationwide security challenge at the end of the week to see if they can successfully secure their system.

Ages 7-10 
Prerequisite: must be able to swim 100m unassisted
June 25-29, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  

Ages 11-14 
Prerequisite must be able to swim 200m unassisted
July 9-13, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  

Cost: $450 per week. Lunch included.

Aquatics Director and Certified USA Triathlon coach Danielle Carlson will lead campers in a week-long training for junior triathletes following the Chicago Triathlon’s motto: swim, ride, run and fun! Athletes will learn foundation triathlon skills so they can successfully navigate between swimming, biking and running on race day. 

Available for the 9 a.m. arrivals and 3 p.m. departures only.
Session 1: June 11-July 6
Session 2: July 9- July 27
$50 per week

Latin Day Camp contracts with an independent bus company to provide safe, reliable door-to-door bus service to our camp families. Busing is available within the following boundaries: from 600 north (Ohio Street) to 4600 north (Wilson Avenue) and from Lake Shore Drive to 1600 west (Ashland Avenue).

Morning Extended Day: M-F 8-9 a.m.
$65 per week

Section A – M-F 3-4 p.m. dismissal
$65 per week

Section B – M-F 3-5 p.m. dismissal
$130 per week

Section C – M-F 3-5:30 p.m. dismissal
$162.50 per week

Flex at $13/hr.

Extended Day is available only to full-day campers on each day that camp is in session. The program takes place in Latin's Lower School and provides a safe, supervised environment where children can choose from a number of informal activities including board games, craft activities, gym play, and quiet time.

June 11-15, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$600

Students will explore basic concepts of cinematography and visual storytelling while honing their dance technique, improvisation, and composition skills.

June 18-July 6, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
$875
Credit: 0.5
 
Students will learn about computer science from the ground up, including investigating how computers work and designing algorithms that use computers to solve real world problems. 

Successful completion of this course prepares students to take Computer Science Principles 2.

June 18-July 27, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
$1080
Credit: 1

The equivalent of a full-year course and prerequisite for Algebra II, this class will cover linear equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, exponents, and graphing. 

A TI-83 calculator is required of all students registered in this class.

June 18-July 6, 9-10:45 a.m.
$535

This course is intended for students who want to solidify their understanding of the fundamental concepts of Pre-Algebra and begin to study elementary algebraic concepts. 

June 18-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$780

Through individualized and group instruction, students will increase their understanding of the critical reading, math, and writing components of the SAT, as well as the mathematics, grammar and reading comprehension of the ACT. 

June 18-29, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
$395

This course will cover the fundamental principles of writing a solid thesis-driven essay. 
 

June 18- 29, 9-11 a.m.
$395
Students will practice close reading, note taking, and essay writing through work on various reading assignments geared towards incoming freshmen. Students can expect to solidify study skills as they prepare for success in high school. Enrollment is open to students entering 9th grade at Latin in the fall.

June 18-July 6, 1:15 p.m.-3 p.m. 
$535

Students will develop their writing skills, enhance their vocabularies, and read poetry and prose to build on the analytical abilities needed to complete writing assignments in the areas of exposition, argumentation, description, and narration.

June 6, 4:30-5:30 p.m.; June 11-15 Noon-6 p.m.
$350

Through videos, group discussion and hands-on practice, you’ll learn teamwork, rescue and surveillance skills, First Aid and CPR/AED and other skills you need to work as a professional lifeguard. 

 June 18-22, 9 a.m.-Noon
$150 

Campers will receive excellent instruction in spiking, setting, blocking, passing, and serving--the fundamental skills necessary to become a well-rounded volleyball player. 

Section A: June 11-15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Section B: June 25-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Section C: July 9-13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$280 per section
 
This camp will emphasize the positive benefits of the sport: discipline, dedication, sportsmanship, and fun. 

Section A: June 18-22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Section B: June 25-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

$300 per section

The camp consists of a daily exercise and agility training routine followed by instructive drills focused on base running, pitching, defense, infield and outfield play, batting practice, and other hitting drills. 

June 18-22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450 per week

Students will learn the technologies behind the web, HTML & CSS and how to code and create their own web pages. 

July 23-27, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$450

Digital Fabrication brings campers together in Latin’s Maker space to explore a variety of our machines, including the laser cutter, vinyl cutter, and 3D printer. 

July 2-6, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$450

Moldables allows campers to explore a variety of media to make 3D projects, from clay to papier-mâché to homemade play-dough. 

June 25-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (grade 3-6)
$450

Learn the basics of cartooning, character design, layout, inking, and more from Greenpeace cartoonist and illustrator, Joe Mohr. Mr. Mohr will share his expertise with students, providing a fun and intricate look into the world of cartoons and comics. www.joemohr.com.

June 18-22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
$450

Led by Latin’s Technology Integration Specialist and lower school teacher Fiona Deeney, Wearable Tech will explore coding and circuitry opportunities used in modern fashion. Campers will design and develop their own wearable creation.

July 16-20, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450  

Campers will build upon their knowledge from the Introductory and Intermediate levels using some of the more advanced features of Scratch. 

July 9-13, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
$450  

Campers will build upon their knowledge from the Introductory Scratch camp learning how to program more complicated games and interactive stories using the “Scratch” programming language. 

June 18-22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450
 
Campers will learn how to program their own games and interactive stories using the “Scratch” programming language. 

July 16-27, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$800

Welcome to the international LEGO Mindstorms robot competition that brings together young people from all over the world to develop their creativity, design & problem-solving skills through challenging & educational robot competitions and activities.  

June 25-29, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450

How do food scientists calculate the amount of calories in food? How is candy made and how does it get its color? The only way to answer these questions is to "do" science. This is a hands on laboratory class where students obtain skills necessary for middle and high school science while having FUN!

July 9-13, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450

Campers will take part in hands-on investigations of Chicago's aquatic ecosystem by identifying the micro and macro fauna present in different local waterways, testing abiotic factors of water quality, and analyzing and comparing our collected data to determine the health of the water systems tested. 

June 18-22, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
$450

We will explore and conduct different types of chemical reactions and realize that chemistry is not just something that happens in the lab; it is all around us. 

M-F, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. 
 
Week 1: July 30- August 3   $400
Week 2: August 6-10           $400
 
NEW! Extend your camp experience. Explore all that Chicago has to offer by going on a new trip daily. 

M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Session 1: June 11- July 6 = $1520
Session 2: July 9- July 27 = $ 1200

In this challenging program, Leaders in Training (LITs) will develop organizational skills, patience, and strategies for working with younger children, and will learn how to implement creative camp ideas.

M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Session 1A: June 11-22          $825
Session 1B: June 25-July 6     $745
Session 2A: July 9-20             $825
Session 2B: July 23-July 27    $425
Session 3:   July 30-August 3  $425
Session 4:   August 6-10         $425

Camp Trekker is based at the Latin School, but campers will travel off-site daily, visiting favorite Chicago attractions and hidden city treasures. Campers learn to plan and to traverse Chicago using public transportation, walking, and buses.

M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Session 1A: June 11- June 22  $800
Session 1B: June 25-July 6      $720
Session 2A: July 9- July 20      $800
Session 2B: July 23- July 27    $400
 
Explorers will have the opportunity to learn about leadership, community, and friendship, all while enjoying new activities and camp favorites! Group and individually selected activities will give campers the chance to "explore" and challenge themselves.

M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Session 1: June 11- July 6   $1520
Session 2: July 9- July 27    $1200

Campers will find fun and challenges with new experiences as well as with camp favorites such as swim lessons, creative arts, and sports. Activities may be mixed-ages depending on interest. 

M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Session 1: June 11- July 6 = $1520
Session 2: July 9- July 27 = $ 1200

Take a voyage through the summer with a program designed for the active and creative camper. Sports, crafts, scavenger hunts, field trips, and swim lessons will round out this camp experience.

M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Session 1: June 11- July 6 = $1520
Session 2: July 9- July 27 = $ 1200

Endless activities are the key to the success of our youngest full day camp.

M-F, 9 a.m.-noon (half day)
Session 1: June 11-July 6,  $1075
Session 2: July 9-July 27,   $850
 
The Discovery program is designed to introduce our youngest campers to day camp in a welcoming, fun way through games, activities, special field trip days, and much more! 

Prerequisite: Algebra I
June 18-July 27, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
$1080
Credit: 1

The equivalent of a full-year course, this class will stress proofs and teach students the use of inductive and deductive reasoning to solve problems. 

June 18-July 6, 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
$535

This course will explore fractions, decimals, percents, and introductory algebraic concepts including equations, inequalities, and number theory. 

June 18-July 6, 9-10:45 a.m
$535

This skills-building class will help students enhance their vocabularies and improve reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and study habits.

June 18-July 6, 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m
$535

This course will teach students the more formal language required for written assignments by focusing on correct grammar, word usage, spelling, punctuation, and parts of speech.

July 9- July 27, 1-5 p.m.
$875
Credit: 0.5
 
This course serves as an introduction to visual communication skills using a variety of digital media that may include digital photography, digital video, audio recording, digital storytelling, animation, digital painting, digital collage, computer graphic design, and web page design. 

July 9-July 27, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
$875
Credit: 0.5

This course welcomes beginning, intermediate, and experienced photographers. 

June 18-July 6, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
$875
Credit: 0.5

This class is appropriate for the student who wants to explore various elements of the visual arts. 

June 18-July 6, 1:15-3 p.m
$560
 
Taught by Latin Visual Arts Instructor Derek Haverland, students will develop artistic styles and techniques through work in mixed media, drawing, painting, and printmaking.