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NDA Summer Camps

NDA Summer Camp

NDA Summer Camp

NDA Summer Camp

2024 Summer Camps

A summer camp program provides a safe environment for children to develop social skills, decision-making skills, and enjoy the great outdoors. Summer Camps can help children transition to independence as they explore the world in a new and exciting way. Independence also helps boost a child's self-esteem. Raising an independent child means teaching responsibility, encouraging exploration and providing a safe environment for a child to make decisions independently. Summer Camps can help do this.

Camp Fee: The fee covers the costs associated with running the camp, any supplies/activities that are part of the camp theme. Any field trips or costs related to the camp are covered in the camp costs. NDA families that are registered for the 2024-2025 school year will receive the NDA pricing. Please click on the correct button when registering.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch will be provided to all students. If your child is a picky eater, please pack their lunch!

Must Bring: It is required that all students bring a snack that is nut free, water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, hat, sunglasses, beach towel, bathing suit and backpack and wear sneakers, no open toed shoes!

Camp Times: Camps Start at 8 a.m. and end at 3 p.m. Drop off is from 8- 8:30 and pick up is from 2:30-3:00 p.m.

After Camp Care: We will be offering after camp care until 4:30pm. This will work the same way our after school care works. Families will be charged $9 per hour per child and we will be using the PROCARE app. To manage your account and pay,  you will need to set up an account and download the app. 

Location: All camps are held at the Abbott Campus.

Once you have registered you will receive a confirmation email. Communication regarding your child’s camp will be sent via email two weeks prior to the camp starting.

Any questions regarding summer camps please reach out to info@notredamebuffalo.org.

July Camps

America - PreK 3 & 4

Max 20 kids

Instructors: Jeanne Roche & Paige Meidenbauer

Come learn about America during our Red, White and Blue week! This camp will teach students all about American culture and the inventions our country has brought to the world! Children will make crafts including creating our own flags, and throughout the week we will use various craft supplies including paint so be ready to get messy! We will also introduce the children to different American foods, landmarks, sports, genres of music and everything that makes America great. Get signed up for this camp and get ready for a Party in the USA!

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost:

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Sports With Moore & Tutko - Elementary Ages 5-10

Limited to 30 Campers

Instructors: Kristie Moore and Meghan Tutko

Campers will be taught a daily skill and then walk to a park to practice that skill in a game such as, but not limited to;  soccer, pickleball, kickball, baseball, lacrosse, and swimming at Cazz pool!  Guaranteed to be a ton of fun for those campers that like to be involved in sports.

What to Bring:

Backpack with Water Bottle, Snacks, Must Wear Comfortable Sneakers and Socks! Pack lunch if a picky eater, towel, bathing suit. Campers need a good attitude and a willingness to learn a new sport and be ready to be active all day.  

Cost:

  • NDA Families $200
  • Non-NDA Families $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Dino Camp - Kindergarten/Grade 1 Ages 5-7

Max 25 kids

Instructors: Shawna McMahon & Brooke Kielma

This week at camp come and enjoy learning and doing dinosaur things. We will be digging for dinosaurs in dinosaur eggs. Making our own dinosaur terrarium. We will be painting dinosaur toys and making our dinosaur glow in the dark sun catchers. We will enjoy a dinosaur movie with some Dino snacks. We will be taking a field trip to Penn Dixie to dig for our very own fossils as well as many other fun activities.  

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Family: $200
  • Non-NDA Family: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Art Camp - Grades 2-5th

Max 20

Instructor: Emily Meidenbauer

We will be working on a Mural in the Abbott Gym, a special project to take home, and potentially a field trip to the AKG (depending on numbers).

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Backyard Games PK Style - Prek 3 & 4

Max 20

Instructors: Ang Monolopolus & Kelly Bankowski

On your mark, Get set, Go! Come get sporty with Mrs. Monolopolus and Ms. Bankowski in one of our best camp weeks! Throughout the week, we will be getting our energy out with all your favorite backyard games. Kan Jam, Cornhole, Kickball, Ladder Golf, relay races and so many more! We will end our fun week with a “backyard” cookout with hotdogs! 

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Out of This World Week - Kindergarten/Grade 1 Ages 5-7

Max 25

Instructors: Marissa May & Kelly Helminiak

10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 Blast Off with Miss. May and Mrs. Helminiak to a week of fun in Outer Space. During Outer Space Week, campers will learn about the solar system through 3D solar system scenes and planet books. Kids will participate in space themed craft activities, games, and other fun happenings throughout the week! A trip to the Buffalo Museum of Science is included! We are looking forward to a week filled with an out of this world experience!

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Sports With Moore & Tutko - Elementary Ages 5-10

Limited to 30 Campers

Instructors: Kristie Moore and Meghan Tutko

Campers will be taught a daily skill and then walk to a park to practice that skill in a game such as, but not limited to;  soccer, pickleball, kickball, baseball, lacrosse, and swimming at Cazz pool!  Guaranteed to be a ton of fun for those campers that like to be involved in sports.

What to Bring:

Backpack with Water Bottle, Snacks, Must Wear Comfortable Sneakers and Socks! Pack lunch if a picky eater, towel, bathing suit. Campers need a good attitude and a willingness to learn a new sport and be ready to be active all day.  

Cost:

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Music Camp - Grades 2-5

Max 20

Instrucors: Emma Davignon

Description coming sooon

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $200

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Sports With Moore & Tutko - Elementary Ages 5-10

Limited to 30 Campers

Instructors: Kristie Moore and Meghan Tutko

Campers will be taught a daily skill and then walk to a park to practice that skill in a game such as, but not limited to;  soccer, pickleball, kickball, baseball, lacrosse, and swimming at Cazz pool!  Guaranteed to be a ton of fun for those campers that like to be involved in sports.

What to Bring:

Backpack with Water Bottle, Snacks, Must Wear Comfortable Sneakers and Socks! Pack lunch if a picky eater, towel, bathing suit. Campers need a good attitude and a willingness to learn a new sport and be ready to be active all day.  

Cost:

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Disney Camp - PreK 3 & 4

Max 20

Instructors: Jeannie Roche & Alexa Zippier

M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E-! Come join Mrs. Roche and Ms. Zipper in one of the most magical weeks of summer! Campers are going to explore the wonderful world of Disney! We will have themed crafts daily with outside play.  We even will have a special visit from some very special characters! Daily they should wear sneakers/shoes to participate on the playground,  bring sunscreen, a water bottle and a snack.

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

STEAM Camp - Kindergarten/Grade 1 Ages 5-7

Max 25

Instructors: Beth Budniewski & Kelli Albi

Explore the world of STEAM! Science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics join forces this week as students participate in crafts and activities bringing STEAM to life!

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Animal Adventures Camp - Grades 2-5

Max 25

Instructors: Sara  Callahan & Jen Colby

Students will learn more about animals, adaptations, and how zoos provide enrichments for animals in their care. We will take a trip to the Buffalo Zoo and (hopefully) a local nature preserve. Students will work together to create enrichments for a zoo animal, create animal crafts, and even make animal-themed snacks! This week is sure to be filled with animal adventures for all. 

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Sports With Moore & Tutko - Elementary Ages 5-10

Limited to 30 Campers

Instructors: Kristie Moore and Meghan Tutko

Campers will be taught a daily skill and then walk to a park to practice that skill in a game such as, but not limited to;  soccer, pickleball, kickball, baseball, lacrosse, and swimming at Cazz pool!  Guaranteed to be a ton of fun for those campers that like to be involved in sports.

What to Bring

Backpack with Water Bottle, Snacks, Must Wear Comfortable Sneakers and Socks! Pack lunch if a picky eater, towel, bathing suit. Campers need a good attitude and a willingness to learn a new sport and be ready to be active all day.  

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Disney Camp - PreK 3 & 4

Max 20

Instructors: Jeannie Roche & Alexa Zippier

M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E-! Come join Mrs. Roche and Ms. Zipper in one of the most magical weeks of summer! Campers are going to explore the wonderful world of Disney! We will have themed crafts daily with outside play.  We even will have a special visit from some very special characters! Daily they should wear sneakers/shoes to participate on the playground,  bring sunscreen, a water bottle and a snack.

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Under the Sea Adventure - Kindergarten/Grade 1 Ages 5-7

Max 25

Instructors: Jessica Wozniak & Darlene Majchrzak

We will explore ocean animals with some hands-on fun! Make your own ocean slime, complete a frozen ocean animal rescue, play ocean themed games, enjoy fun ocean themed crafts, and finish the week off with a diy ocean themed snack!

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Space Themed Camp - Grades 2-5

Max 25

Instructor: Dr Lanker

Join us for an interactive week of learning all about our solar system.  We will work on a project throughout the week exploring each planet in a fun and interactive environment.  We will be going outside each day (depending on weather) and could get messy so please wear comfortable clothes you are willing to get dirty in.

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA FamiliesL $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

August Camps

Down on the Farm - PreK 3 & 4

Max 20 kids

Instructors: Meghan Tutko & Barb Bartz

Come Join the fun at NDA for Farm week! Campers will be able to giddy up on live ponies, discover things to do with hay, experience a petting zoo, sing songs, make crafts, and so much more!

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Color Collisions - Kindergarten/Grade 1 Ages 5-7

Max 25

Instructors: Kelly Helminiak & Darlene Majchrzak

Campers will be exploring and learning about the world of color!  They will be able to mix colors and discover what happens when colors collide! Campers will have a great time creating tie dye, and will marvel to see colors fizz! Campers will also go exploring on an outdoor color adventure.

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Sports with Ms Beth - Elementary Ages 5-10

Limited to 30 Campers

Instructors: Beth Budniewski & Mr Jon

Campers will be taught a daily skill and then walk to a park to practice that skill in a game such as, but not limited to;  soccer, pickleball, kickball, baseball, lacrosse, and swimming at Cazz pool!  Guaranteed to be a ton of fun for those campers that like to be involved in sports.

What to Bring

Backpack with Water Bottle, Snacks, Must Wear Comfortable Sneakers and Socks! Pack lunch if a picky eater, towel, bathing suit. Campers need a good attitude and a willingness to learn a new sport and be ready to be active all day. 

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Spanish Immersion - Grades 2-5

Max 25

Instructors: Sara Callahan & Jen Colby

That's right! Spend a week immersed in the Spanish language and various cultures. Each day, students will take virtual tours of different Spanish-speaking locales, including Spain, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and more. Students will learn more about what it's like to live in these locations, create crafts, and try out recipes inspired by our virtual travels. Depending on availability, students will be treated to a performance from a local Puerto Rican music and dance ensemble. They will also get to meet a Cuban-American who will share her life story, including her family's journey from Cuba to Buffalo. 

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and a lunch, along with applying sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

NDA Eras Tour - Grades 3-8

Max 25

Instructors: Candice Lackie and Shawna McMahon

This summer students grades 3 and up can be a part of the NDA Eras Tour, a fun musical production of Taylor Swift music.

What to Bring

Plenty of water and a folder.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Ocean Animal Camp - Kindergarten/Grade 1 Ages 5-7

Max 25

Instructors: Meghan Tutko & Paige Meidenbauer

Ocean Animal camp will feature some fun ocean themed crafts with sea shells, sand, clay, and ocean animal toys. We will play with ocean animal toys in the water outside, learn about ocean animals and their habitat, and play with our friends on the playground. We will also make a special ocean themed cookie snack, and make our own Mason Jar aquariums to take home at the end of the week! So much summer fun! 

What to Bring

A backpack with an extra set of clothes, water bottle, fresh towel daily, snacks, and lunch is provided daily but if your child is a picky eater; please pack a lunch!  Don’t forget to apply sunscreen and packing extra to apply throughout the day as needed. Campers need to wear sneakers, no open toed shoes or slip ons.

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Cheerleading Camp - Grades 2-8

Max 30

Instructor: Melody Nardone

Join us for an unforgettable week of cheerleading fun at NDA's Cheerleading Camp, happening August 12th-16th from 8am-12pm! 🎉 Hosted by our very own cheerleading coach, Melody Nardone, this camp is perfect for students in grades 2-8. Get ready to learn basic cheers, perfect stunts, and groove to a fantastic routine to showcase for family and friends on Friday, August 16th at 12pm! 🌟 Don't forget your water bottle, sneakers, and most importantly, your positive attitude! Let's make memories and cheer our hearts out together!

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration

Sports with Ms Beth - Elementary Ages 5-10

Limited to 30 Campers

Instructors: Beth Budniewski & Mr Jon

Campers will be taught a daily skill and then walk to a park to practice that skill in a game such as, but not limited to;  soccer, pickleball, kickball, baseball, lacrosse, and swimming at Cazz pool!  Guaranteed to be a ton of fun for those campers that like to be involved in sports.

What to Bring

Backpack with Water Bottle, Snacks, Must Wear Comfortable Sneakers and Socks! Pack lunch if a picky eater, towel, bathing suit. Campers need a good attitude and a willingness to learn a new sport and be ready to be active all day. 

Cost

  • NDA Families: $200
  • Non-NDA Families: $250

NDA Familty Registration for Summer Camp     Non-NDA Family Camp Registration