There’s nothing like spending summer vacation at Speyer! Our camp programs are committed to maintaining the same level of excellence for accelerated learners that is provided throughout the academic year. Speyer's summer line-up is designed to delight the curious, gifted mind. Creativity and ingenuity guide our program. All of our camps are fully staffed by our fabulous Speyer faculty! INspeyerED Summer Camps are open to children in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade.
REGISTRATION, INFORMATION, AND DETAILS
REGISTRATION
INspeyerED Summer Camp runs the weeks of June 16 and June 23, from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM daily. Please note there will be no camp on June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Registration opens on Wednesday, April 23, at 10:00 AM on ACTIVE and the button on your PARENT PORTAL. It closes Thursday, May 15, at 3:00 PM.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
The weekly cost for Summer Camp is $800 for Week 1 (four days) and $975 for Week 2 (five days). There is a $25 ACTIVE system registration fee per student. A discount is available to families who receive tuition assistance prior to registration (see information below). Those families will be provided a coupon code sent from Speyer on April 21 to use when registering. Early Arrival services are $20 per day and begin at 8:15 AM daily. Families can sign up for Early Arrival when registering. Camp dismissal is at 4:00 PM. There is a five-minute grace period; after 4:05 PM, a $25 late pick-up fee will be charged through ACTIVE.
REFUNDS, WITHDRAWALS, AND CANCELLATIONS
You may withdraw your child's registration until May 28 for a refund. A $50 fee will be applied to all cancellations. Refund requests must be made to inspeyeredregistration@speyerlegacyschool.org. No refunds will be issued after May 28 if a child is unable to attend camp.
WAITLIST
Programs fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Once camp reaches enrollment capacity, you may add your child to the waitlist at no charge.
ELECTIVES
Campers in all grades participate in electives. At the time of registration, families rank the electives in order of preference. Campers are guaranteed one of their top three choices. Electives are mixed age.
FINANCIAL AID DISCOUNT
Any families currently receiving a Financial Aid from the school will receive the same level of assistance up to a maximum discount of 50% for one week of camp. If registering for both weeks, a discount of up to 50% will be applied to the five-day week and 20% to the four-day week. Financial assistance codes will be sent to eligible families on April 21.
HEALTH AND SAFETY PLAN
Programs strictly follow Speyer’s health and safety guidelines. Non-Speyer Students must submit a medical release form and a current health form.
CODE OF CONDUCT
We reserve the right to remove a child because of behavior issues. There will be no refund in such cases.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions, please contact the Camp Director, Sara Cardillo at scardillo@speyerlegacyschool.org.
WEEKLY RATES
Week 1 (June 16-20 for four days): $800 (Note: camp is closed June 19 for Juneteenth)
Week 2 (June 23-27 for five days): $975
INspeyerED Summer Camp
(Rising First Grade — Sixth Grade)
This camp is offered Week 1 and Week 2
This is the heart of our summer programming! Each day begins with a camp-wide, community-building assembly to set a positive tone and energize our campers for the exciting adventures ahead. Every camper will engage in dedicated group time focused on hands-on projects that culminate in a meaningful showcase at the end of the week. These integrated projects combine art, literacy, math, critical thinking, and collaboration; fostering creativity and teamwork. In addition to project-based learning, campers will participate in mixed-age, student-selected elective classes. They will also enjoy specialist-led sessions in cooking, robotics and engineering, art, and sports.
Physical activity, curiosity-driven inquiry, and play are woven into every aspect of our camp experience, ensuring a fun, dynamic, and enriching environment for all campers.
100% Speyer Faculty!
Homeroom Counselors: Abbie Rindfuss; Jeanete Pina Baez; Sylvia Morales; Tracie Pankow
Specialist Counselors: Julia Duffy; Tori Sonlin; Marc Brea; Gaby Hernandez; Kyle Lindenberger; Elena Cuesta; Flora Villegas
Program highlights include:
Camp-wide assemblies to start each day!
Specially designed classes to promote critical thinking, innovation, and creativity!
Choice time and collaborative games each day!
Multiple opportunities for campers to direct their own learning!
Self-selected daily electives in art, STEM, movement, and more!
Small teacher-to-camper ratio!
Open gym and terrace time daily!
Extended blocks in cooking, robotics/engineering & and sports!
Dedicated group time for hands-on student projects!
Daily PE, movement, and camp games!
Friday project celebration, pizza party, and outing!
Lil’ Dragons Kindergarten Camp
This camp is offered Week 1 and Week 2
This is a very special kindergarten version of our INspeyerED Camp for rising kindergarteners! Campers enjoy the same classes as older INspeyerED campers, while also getting to meet special members of our Speyer community! It is a wonderful way for rising kindergarteners to get to know Speyer before the first day of school. The groups are smaller in size to provide extra support and nurturing to our youngest campers.
100% Speyer Faculty!
Homeroom Counselors: Nellie Dwyer and Ellyn Noll
Program highlights include:
Small group size to provide additional nurturing and support!
Specially designed classes to promote critical thinking, innovation, and creativity!
Multiple opportunities for campers to direct their own learning!
Engaging classes in STEAM, sports & camp games, yoga & mindfulness, Spanish, and theater!
Dedicated group time for hands-on projects and community-building games!
Multiple daily opportunities for physical activity!
Special Kindergarten Visits with Speyer Faculty:
Storytime with Ms. Mehler, Speyer’s Librarian
Tour of the building with Frank Nup, Speyer’s Head of Facilities
Chess chat in the Chess Lab with Speyer’s Chess Director, Mr. O’Hanlon
Visit to Nurse Allyce’s office
Visit to the Makers Lab!
Special getting to know you activities with Speyer’s amazing teachers!
INspeyerED Chess Camp
(Rising First Grade — Eighth Grade)
This camp is offered Week 1 and Week 2
Explore the beauty of chess through the games of the masters and the games of the students. Chess Camp is an opportunity for chess players to extend their engagement in the chess process with two weeks of dynamic chess thinking, playing, studying, analyzing, and learning. This camp is open to campers who have participated in a minimum of nine tournaments during the school year (September through May). The daily schedule includes a non-rated G/45 tournament game and features a guest International Master or Grand Master to lecture and analyze campers’ games (week 1 only). Throughout the two weeks, campers will build their own customized tactics packet to build their chess toolbox. In addition to dedicated chess time, campers attend two daily elective classes.
NOTE: Week 1: Open to all USCF ranked players in rising First-Eighth Grades; please input USCF number upon registration. Week 2: Open to all USCF ranked players under 1,400.
100% Speyer Faculty!
Instructor: Sean O’Hanlon
Program highlights include:
Specially designed chess classes to promote critical thinking, innovation, and creativity!
Daily learning experiences with an International Master or Grand Master during Week 1!
Multiple daily opportunities for physical activity and trips to the park!
Daily Elective Classes!
INspeyerED Young Writers Workshop
(Rising Sixth — Eighth Grades)
This camp is offered Week 1 and Week 2
Sharpen your writing skills this summer in our Young Writers Workshop, designed for rising fifth through eighth graders who want to strengthen their essay and expository writing while also exploring creative expression. Under the guidance of one of our own Middle School Humanities faculty, students will learn to craft clear, compelling essays, develop strong arguments, and organize ideas effectively. While the focus is on academic writing, campers will also engage in creative exercises to enhance their style and storytelling abilities. With a blend of structured lessons, interactive activities, and collaboration with peers, campers will gain confidence in their writing — all while having fun!
100% Speyer Faculty!
Instructor: Ayala Glass
Program highlights include:
Engaging writing workshops focused on essay and expository writing, with opportunities for creative expression!
Daily instruction from a dedicated middle school humanities faculty member!
Interactive activities to strengthen argumentation, organization, and clarity in writing!
Creative exercises to enhance storytelling and writing style!
Multiple opportunities for physical activity and brain breaks throughout the day!
Daily elective and specialty classes in STEAM, Yoga & Mindfulness, Theater, and Spanish!
INspeyerED STEM Explorers Camp
(Rising Sixth — Eighth Grades)
This camp is offered Week 1 and Week 2
Calling all curious minds and future innovators! Our STEM Explorers camp is designed for rising fifth through eighth graders who love to build, experiment, and uncover the science behind how things work. Campers will engage in hands-on projects that challenge them to design, model, and test their ideas while learning the principles of engineering, physics, and problem-solving. Through exciting challenges and real-world applications, students will develop critical thinking skills and gain a deeper understanding of STEM concepts—all while having a blast! Led by experienced instructors, this program is perfect for students who love to tinker, create, and explore the world through science.
100% Speyer Faculty!
Instructor: Andrea Koralewski
Program highlights include:
Hands-on STEM projects that emphasize building, modeling, and scientific exploration!
Daily instruction from experienced STEM educators, guiding students through real-world problem-solving!
Interactive challenges to develop critical thinking, engineering, and design skills!
Experiments and investigations that explain the science behind students' creations!
Multiple opportunities for physical activity and brain breaks throughout the day!
Daily elective and specialty classes in STEAM, Yoga & Mindfulness, Theater, and Spanish!
INspeyerED Debate & Public Speaking Camp
(Rising Fifth — Eighth Grades)
This camp is offered Week 1
Take your debate and public speaking skills to the next level! This dynamic camp helps students strengthen case structure, refine argumentation, and master rebuttal techniques. Through engaging drills, strategic challenges, and team debates, campers will sharpen their critical thinking and persuasive speaking skills. Guided by experienced debate coaches, students will analyze complex topics, build strong cases, and deliver compelling speeches. Whether you're a seasoned debater or just starting out, this camp builds confidence in a fun, fast-paced, and supportive environment. Get ready to think fast, speak clearly, and debate like a pro!
100% Speyer Faculty!
Instructor: David Levin
Program highlights include:
Excellent preparation for the Middle School Debate team!
Gain practice and confidence in engaging in debate and public speaking!
Daily electives and specialty classes
INspeyerED Assistant Counselor Program
(Speyer Class of 2025 Graduates)
For recently graduated Speyer students, we’re excited to offer a dynamic and enriching hybrid opportunity! Each morning, assistant counselors will collaborate with teachers in classrooms, supporting campers and gaining valuable hands-on teaching experience. In the afternoons, they’ll participate in Specialty Classes and Electives, carefully designed to keep the energy, fun, and learning going strong. The week concludes with a camp-wide assembly showcase, a pizza party lunch, and an afternoon field trip to a local museum, park, or art space. This unique experience strikes the perfect balance of responsibility, creativity, and adventure all week long!
Note: This program is limited in enrollment to 10 rising ninth graders at $325 for the first week (four days) and $395 for the second week (five days).
Program highlights include:
Camp-wide assemblies to start each day!
Dedicated daily time working with younger campers and gaining leadership experience!
The opportunity to plan and lead project based learning activities!
Applicants must:
Be available every day of the registered week
Arrive by 8:50 AM and stay until 4:15 PM
Attend two lunchtime training sessions in June