If you have any questions or need additional information, please email SummerCamps@np.edu.
Summer camps are open to students entering the 3rd to the 10th grade. Please see the list below for full details on available summer camps.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
Adventures in Art will take campers on an artistic journey. Campers will experience
different techniques including pottery, painting, collage, and cardboard construction
to create a unique
book. Each camper will make one ceramic piece of an animal/character theme and paint
it with underglaze colors, paint pages for the story book and cut up collage pages,
create a
cardboard character (animal), paint it, and have articulated arms and legs and will
combine all these elements into a book with a story of adventure and journey. The
pottery piece will
be fired in the kiln and ready for pick up at a later date.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
This fiber arts class will introduce weaving techniques for making fabric. Students will learn how to weave on a Inkle, pin, cardboard, and frame looms. They will have the opportunity to make various items from their woven creations such as, bookmarks, bracelets, hot pads, and pocket bags.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
STEM-based computer science camp to kickstart your child's future in programming, gaming, and the world of microcontrollers. This camp provides hands-on learning to those new to programming or who enjoy computer science and gaming. We will use Block Coding and Python and learn how to set up and use a Raspberry Pi Pico, plus more!
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
With the Microsoft Minecraft education curriculum, students will learn computer science in a fun and engaging environment while using the all-time favorite game, Minecraft. Minecraft has over 140 million active users and is a common go-to for both young and older students. The curriculum promotes and encourages a coding mindset while teaching computational problem-solving skills. The students will learn the core concepts of programming in Minecraft using the convenience of block-style coding. The skills learned in this curriculum can later be transferred into careers in the gaming/esports or general computer science fields.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
If you are fascinated with space and what lies beyond our Earth, then our Rocket Summer Camp is perfect for young future engineers. Join us to learn about, make and experiment with rockets. We will soar into the world of rocketry with hands on manufacturing techniques and demonstrations. Starting with the basic Laws of Motion to design and optimize our rockets for flight. Come watch your creation take flight! With the Rocket Science Curriculum, students will grasp the fundamental principles of engineering via hands-on manufacturing and demonstration. The curriculum emphasizes problem-solving skills throughout the design and manufacturing phases, in a creative and supportive environment. The skills acquired transition into careers within the engineering, manufacturing, and computer science fields.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
With the Lego Robotics curriculum, students will learn how to bring their favorite set of toys, Legos, to life. The Lego Robotics curriculum will allow students to build and assemble Lego Robots before programming them. Students will learn core concepts of programming using the convenience of block-style coding in the Lego Education Spike App. The curriculum promotes and encourages a coding mindset while teaching computational problem-solving skills. The skills learned in this curriculum can later be transferred into careers in the robotics, mechanical engineering, or general computer science fields.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
Welcome to Global Eats Culinary camp, where young chefs embark on a flavorful journey around the world! At Global Eats, campers will learn basic knife skills, kitchen safety, and the art of plating and presentation. Campers will explore nutrition, including vegetarian and vegan options, while delving into international cuisines. From Asian stir-fries to Italian classics, our campers will learn to create delicious dishes while honing their food photography skills. Join us for a culinary adventure that is both educational and delicious!
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
The Art of Words offers campers an opportunity to learn the exciting craft of storytelling. Campers will explore lessons including heroes vs. villains, making maps and worlds for your story, creating conflict for your story, getting practical help and input on your story and more. Through games and interactive activities, campers will discover the fun and enlightening art of storytelling.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
Help! Someone from an enemy planet has tangled up the timeline! Team up with Tungsten from the planet Me Tal to "travel through time" and learn about Earth. On your journey, you will solve puzzles and put the timeline back in order. If you're really smart, you might figure out who disrupted the timeline!
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
Campers will learn the fundamentals of film making including scriptwriting and storyboards, casting, responsibilities of every position on a working film including directing, acting, camera operation, choreography, set design, music composition and editing. Campers will use all of their new knowledge and skills to create a short film!
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
Campers will explore the world of music and storytelling alongside entertainer Tommy Stanco. During this camp, you experience the magic of storytelling while learning about different stage performance techniques such as poetry and songwriting, vocal techniques, creative dramatics and some basic magic tricks. Campers will create mini play by the end of the camp.
3rd-6th Grades
7th-10th Grades
$115 per student
Learn the art of dance by experiencing a different style of dance each day. Campers will learn different techniques in Ballet, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz and Musical Theatre. Please wear comfortable athletic clothing.
If you are interested in college sports, NPC’s sports camps are the perfect opportunity to discover which sport(s) are for you. Campers will learn new and exciting skills and will receive instruction from NPC’s Nighthawk coaches and student athletes.
Ages 6-14
June 10-12 9:00 am-Noon at Majestic Park
$75 – Price includes a t-shirt
National Park College Baseball campers will get to interact with players and coaches from the Nighthawks Baseball program for three days covering all facets of the game. Learn pitching, hitting, fielding and base running just like the college athletes. We will have a fun environment for all levels of baseball competitors. Camp will be held at Majestic Park. Please bring your glove, sunscreen and a water bottle. Each camper will receive a Nighthawk Baseball Camp t-shirt.
July 8, 2024
10:00 am-4:00 pm
$75
July 9, 2024
10:00 am-4:00 pm
$75
July 10, 2024
9:00 am-Noon
$75
Campers will work through drills developing basic soccer skills such as passing, dribbling, defending, and shooting with current players on the NPC men’s and women’s soccer teams. Each day will end with small-sided play, ranging from 3 vs 3 to 7 vs 7, depending on camp numbers. Campers can expect to learn new and exciting skills, drills, and perspectives related to soccer from our talented and diverse counselors.
