Summer Programs Overview

Back to School Camps

Get Ready for the New School Year

Back to School camps are offered to new and returning St. Catherine’s students with the goal of helping ease the transition back to school. These classes focus on students becoming familiar and comfortable in school spaces, socializing with peers, easing the anticipation of a new grade level, and reviewing material from the prior grade.  Students are not required to attend Back to School classes, they and will not be behind if they do not attend. Each camp is taught by current St. Catherine's grade level faculty.

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  • Jump into Jr. Kindergarten

    Jump into JK is designed to help ease your JK student into the start of the school year.

    Dates: August 4-8
    8:45-11:45 a.m.
    Grade: Rising or newly enrolled St. Catherine’s JK students
    Cost: $285
    Instructors: St. Catherine's Jr. Kindergarten teachers
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  • Kickstart Kindergarten

    This is a wonderful opportunity for new and returning students to meet new classmates and explore the campus in a play-oriented schedule.

    Grade: Rising or newly enrolled St. Catherine’s kindergarten girls
    August 4-8
    Times; 8:45-11:45 a.m. 
    Cost: $285
    Instructors: St. Catherine's Kindergarten Teachers

  • Fly into First Grade

    Preparing for first grade will be a breeze after a week with St. Catherine’s teachers, getting to know each other and the schedule for the new year. Fun activities will help prepare students academically, socially, and emotionally for the first day of school.

    Grade: St. Catherine's girls in rising grade 1
    Dates: Aug. 4-8
    8:45-11:45 a.m
    Cost: $285
    Instructor: St. Catherine's Grade 1 Teachers
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  • Slide into Second Grade 

    Teachers have curated a fantastic schedule to help new and returning students become acquainted with a new schedule, review math, reading and study skills

    Dates: August 4-8
    8:45-11:45 a.m.
    Grade: Rising or newly enrolled St. Catherine’s grade 2 students
    Cost: $300
    Instructors: St. Catherine's grade 2 teachers
     

  • Thrive in Third Grade

    Students will become familiar with new leadership roles, celebrate new teachers and friends, and review math and reading skills in this week-long preparatory camp.

    Grade: St. Catherine's girls in rising 3
    Dates: August 4-8
    8:45-11:45 a.m.
    Cost: $300
    Instructor: St. Catherine's Grade 3 teachers

  • Flourish in Fourth

    Congratulations, your daughter is now an honorary “Fourthie”! During this preparatory week, she will learn about her new leadership responsibilities and club opportunities, review reading skills, and meet new students. New and returning St. Catherine's students only.

    August 4-8 
    8:45-11:45 a.m.
    $300
    Instructors: Angela Brittingham and Sloan Hiscock, St. Catherine's Grade 4 Teachers
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  • Singapore Math (Gr. 1-2)

    This class is designed to provide the foundation to Singapore Math through hands-on activities and application of skills to problem solving.

    Grades: 1-2
    Dates: Aug. 4-8
    Time: 12:45-3:45 p.m.
    Cost: $300
    Instructor: Katherine ApplewhiteSt. Catherine's Lower School Math Specialist 

  • Singapore Math (Gr. 3-4)

     
    This class is designed to provide the foundation to Singapore Math through hands-on activities and application of skills to problem solving.

    Grades: 3-4 
    Dates: Aug. 4-8
    Time: 8:45 -11:45 a.m.
    Cost: $300
    Instructor: Katherine Applewhite, St. Catherine's Lower School Math Specialist 
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  • Saints Strings (Gr. 3-4)

    Calling 3rd & 4th grade St. Catherine's strings students! Join us to brush up on violin, viola or cello skills. This is an engaging week of reviewing the fundamentals, building stronger technique, learning new songs and having fun with their instrument.  Each student brings their own instrument to the camp.  

    August 4-8
    8:45-11:45 a.m.
    Grade: Rising or newly enrolled St. Catherine’s grade 3 and students
    $300
    Instructor: Loretta McCray, St. Catherine's Stings Instructor

  • Make Way for Middle School (Grade 5-6)

    Students entering St. Catherine's Middle School will experience fun-filled activities to help them get acquainted with all things "Middle School". We will explore the campus, meet the faculty, and learn about the schedule and routine of Middle School.  New and returning St. Catherine's students only.

    Grades: Rising 5-6
    Dates: Aug. 4-8
    12:45-3:45 p.m.
    Class Fee: $300
    Instructor: Michelle Johnston, MS Learning Support and Counselor 

  • Engage in Middle School Math and English (Grade 5-6)

    Need a quick boost before school starts? Join us for a week of reviewing key middle school math and English concepts! We'll refresh important skills through engaging and collaborative activities.
     
    We will cover:
     
    Math:
    Essential operations & problem-solving
    Fractions, decimals & percentages
    Basic algebra concepts
    Real-world math applications
    English:
    Reading comprehension strategies
    Writing fundamentals
    Grammar basics
    Vocabulary building

    Grades: Rising 5-6
    Dates: Aug. 4-8
    Times: 8:45-11:45 a.m.
    Class Fee: $300
    Instructors: 
    Jay Bechtel, Middle School Critical and Creative Thinking Skills teacher
    Sharon Hancock, Middle School Math teacher

  • Kick Start to 7th Grade Math

    Hit the ground running for your 7th-grade year by polishing up on your 6th-grade math skills.  You’ll receive the attention necessary to provide you with a strong foundation for your future success in the upcoming school year. Join us for some mathematical fun! New and returning St. Catherine's students only.

    Grades: Rising 7th
    Dates:  Aug. 5-9
    8:45-11:45 a.m.
    Cost: $300
    Instructor: Aliyah Jones

  • Kick Start to 8th Grade Math

    Hit the ground running for your 8th-grade year by polishing up on your 7th-grade math skills.  You’ll receive the attention necessary to provide you with a strong foundation for your future success in the upcoming school year. Join us for some mathematical fun! New and returning St. Catherine's students only.

    Grades: Rising 8th
    Date/Time:  Aug. 4-8
    12:45-3:45 p.m.
    Cost: $300
    Instructor: Aliyah Jones
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Richmond, Virginia 23226
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Located in the heart of Richmond, Virginia, St. Catherine’s School is a private, all-girls pre-K, kindergarten, elementary, middle and high school. We provide a well-rounded educational experience for girls from communities across Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico and all of central Virginia. St.Catherine’s all-girls educational experience is rooted in more than a century of history and tradition. From our revolutionary past to our dynamic present, St. Catherine’s has always focused on preparing students for a boundless future.