1. Come be great at Merryhill School
Unique Learning Experiences. Real Fun. Pure Genius.
Merryhill School 711 West Arbrook Boulevard
Arlington, TX
Arlington.merryhillschool.com

2. Welcome Summer Camp Description Camp Hours
Camp at Merryhill School offers fun-filled summer programs for children who have completed Kindergarten and older.
Each week, campers jump into action, participating in exciting sports programs, exploring nature, becoming involved in performing and creative arts, playing a part in group activities, and attending special events.
Our campers have the opportunity to expand their horizons during the summer, embarking on new adventures, and having fun! Our exceptional program and dedicated staff create an environment that forges lifelong friendships among our campers. We create a summer experience that is unforgettable!
It all starts with our outstanding camp counselors.
A camp is only as good as its staff, and we are extremely proud of ours. Talent, creativity, love of children, leadership and devotion make our camp counselors the heart and soul of the program. We take our camp programs seriously and begin our summer with intensive staff training and orientation. Camp counselors and specialists are doing exactly what they enjoy most: spending a summer inspiring campers to explore, reach for new heights, and expand their horizons.
Camp at Merryhill School gives you choices.
Camp includes five days of activities, from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. You can choose to add extended hours and specialty camps to your menu of summer fun. We offer a range of outdoor activities, plus indoor activities conducted in our fully air conditioned facility. Our specialty camps are optional programs, operating during regular camp hours, which provide even more choices for unique and exciting adventures.
Camp Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Extended Care 6:30am - 6:30pm
Camp Schedule (no camp July 4, August 25-26)
Week 1 June 6 – 10
Week 2 June 13 – 17
Week 3 June 20 – 24
Week 4 June 27 – July 1
Week 5 July 5 – 8
Week 6 July 11 – 15
Week 7 July 18 – 22
Week 8 July 25 – 29
Week 9 Aug 1 – 5
Week 10 Aug 8 – 12
Week 11 Aug 15 – 17
Special Features
Quality staff
Flexible, extended hours
Field trips, special events
Indoor and outdoor camp
Air conditioned facility/bus
Lunch program
Family activities
On campus activities
Activities
Sporting events
Swimming
Physical education
S.T.E.M.
Themed activities
Wii Fitness system
Specialty camps
Arts and crafts
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3. Highlights Sample Daily Schedule Field Trips & On Campus Activities
7:00 – 8:30 am Before Care
8:30 – 9:30 am Morning Rally/Meeting
Snack/Campers Choice
9:30 – 10:30 am Recess/Academics
10:30 – 11:30 am Team Building/Field Trip
11:30 am – 12:00 pm Lunch
12:00 – 1:00 pm Group Project/Field Trip
1:00 – 2:00pm Arts and Crafts
2:00 – 3:00pm Theme Project
3:00 – 4:00pm Engineering
4:00 – 4:30pm Group Game
4:30 – 6:30pm After Care
Field Trips & On Campus Activities
All Campers
Merryhill School Camp Adventure features a unique selection of indoor and outdoor activities and field trips that take advantage of resources in the local area.
Our summer campers have the opportunity to expand their horizons, embark on new adventures, and have fun. Our exceptional program and dedicated staff create an environment that forges lifelong friendships among our campers. We create a summer experience that is unforgettable! Camp activities include sports & games, creative arts, arts & crafts, science & cooking, songs & skits, field trips, group activities, special guests water play and/or swimming.
Klutz: Designed for Doing, NOT Just Reading
Klutz has it all: drawing, bead art, fairies, jewelry, magic, science and more. Klutz books and activities are perfect for exploring new creative interests and for expanding on old favorites. Most activities come in multiple themes to appeal to discerning creative minds. Klutz books brings creativity to life during our Camp activity hour!
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4. Activity Weeks
Each week campers will engage in unique activities that offer relevant, meaningful experiences that allow them to construct new knowledge while connecting to previous knowledge. Activities provide an opportunity for campers to engage, explore and make sense of the natural world through inquiry and project-based learning.
WEEK 1 Photography: A portable studio Campers are immersed in the art and craft of still photography, and are introduced to the tools necessary to capture great images and refine them through digital imaging.
WEEK 7 Color Wars
Campers are divided into teams, each of which is assigned a color. The teams compete against each other in challenges and events to earn points.
WEEK 2 Drama-The Musical
Campers learn basic knowledge of acting techniques and stage movement to develop their imagination, creativity and confidence.
WEEK 8 Lego-Inspired Engineering
Dream it. Build it. Wreck it. Repeat! Campers build elaborate objects, structures and vehicles, while they explore fundamental principles of engineering and physics.
WEEK 9 Citizenship & Friendship Brigade
Campers will find creative ways to give back, while learning about how they can make a difference, strengthening their character and friendships along the way.
WEEK 3 Iron “Camp” Chef
Campers will practice a variety of kitchen skills and use their
creativity, while getting messy, and eating delicious foods!
WEEK 4 Science Gurus
Practical and fun experimentation and project building send campers home with enthusiasm and the knowledge required to take the sciences further as hobbies.
WEEK 10 Games Galore
Come be part of a summer camp that continues to emphasize a vast exposure to a variety of sports and games.
WEEK 5 Urban Designers
Draw. Decorate. Design. Campers will explore a multitude of design challenges, including interior design, architectural design and fashion design.
WEEK 11 Artist Studio
Draw it! Paint it! Sculpt it! There is no right or wrong when it comes to making art. Use your creativity to express your inner artist.
WEEK 6 Time Travelers Through the Decades
Come explore the Roaring 20’s, Fabulous 50’s, and Excellent 80’s. We will travel through each decade and study important inventions, as well as historical milestones.
WEEK 12 Technology Stop
With an emphasis on creativity, exploration, and friendship, campers discover new tech skills in an energetic, kid-friendly learning environment.
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5. Camp Registration Form
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