Tailored for students in Grades 1–3, this new experience blends the joy of board games with language learning, offering an environment where campers can enhance their communication skills in Spanish and engage in strategic board games that promote critical thinking and problem-solving. Throughout the program, students will acquire new vocabulary in Spanish to play and participate in exciting tournaments, reinforcing teamwork and communication. 8–11 a.m. Led by LJCDS Educator Jezabel Rabaneda Boo

Unlock creativity and problem-solving through the exciting world of Minecraft Education! In this hands-on camp, young builders will design and explore interactive digital worlds while learning the fundamentals of architecture, engineering, and teamwork. Campers will tackle fun challenges like constructing towering castles, designing roller coasters, and building redstone-powered machines—all within the immersive Minecraft universe. No previous Minecraft experience is needed—whether your child is a beginner or an expert, they’ll develop new skills while bringing their ideas to life in an exciting and collaborative environment. This camp is perfect for young creators who love to build, imagine, and explore! July 14–18 8–11 a.m. Led by Kodely

Participants will design their own superhero costumes, create comic strips, and learn to draw dynamic superhero poses, embracing the exciting world of graphic storytelling. Unleash your inner hero! July 21-25 8–11 a.m. Led by EcoArts Kids Educators

Campers will craft optical illusion art, create enchanting fairy and wizard characters, and paint magical landscapes that spark the imagination. Experience the enchantment of Art Magic Camp! July 14-18 8–11 a.m. Led by EcoArts Kids Educators

Craft unique art pieces using textiles, wood, and repurposed materials collected from beach clean-ups. The session ends in a family-friendly “Craft Party” with a performance by the Improve & Music Camp. Sign up for both camps to make art in the morning and practice singing and acting in the afternoon! July 28-Aug 01 8–11 a.m. Led by EcoArts Kids Educators

Campers will create cosmic art pieces like galaxy spin paintings, alien sculptures, and rocket models, all while learning about the mysteries of outer space. Blast off into a universe of creativity with the Outer Space Art Camp! July 7-11 8–11 a.m. Led by EcoArts Kids Educators

Craft unique art pieces using textiles, wood, and repurposed materials collected from beach clean-ups. The session ends in a family-friendly “Craft Party” with a performance by the Improve & Music Camp. Sign up for both camps to make art in the morning and practice singing and acting in the afternoon! June 16–20 8–11 a.m. Led by EcoArts Kids Educators

Young artists will sketch, paint, and sculpt vibrant depictions of exotic animals and lush habitats, crafting everything from animal masks to clay animal figurines that capture the wild spirit of nature. Dive into a creative jungle with the Wildlife Art Safari Camp! June 23-27 8–11 a.m. Led by EcoArts Kids Educators

Checkmate! Experienced coaches from Excelsior Chess, San Diego’s premier scholastic chess program, share their passion and insights into the game. Group participation, playing skills, and sportsmanship are taught daily, along with other fun activities, culminating with a mini-chess tournament at the end of the week. June 16–20 June 23-27 July 14-18 July 28-Aug 01 8–11 a.m. Led by Excelsior Chess

Blast off into game design with an out-of-this-world arcade challenge! In this exciting camp, young creators will design and build their own space-themed arcade games using MakeCode Arcade. From asteroid obstacle courses to rocket launch simulators, campers will learn the fundamentals of game design and interactive storytelling—all while crafting their very own intergalactic adventures. After designing their arcade worlds, campers will take their creativity beyond the screen with movement-based space challenges! They’ll navigate astronaut training obstacle courses, team up for a planetary rescue mission, and test their engineering skills in a gravity-defying bridge-building competition. July 21–25 8–11 a.m. Led by Kodely

Step into a world of glowing creativity where science and innovation light up the imagination. Campers will experiment with electricity and design dazzling illuminated projects using LED lights, copper tape, and batteries. Throughout the week, they will build futuristic light-up cityscapes, design wearable glowing art like LED bracelets and badges, and create motion-activated inventions that respond to touch and movement. The week concludes with a "Glow & Show" showcase, where campers will proudly display their illuminated creations, bringing their innovative ideas to life in a brilliant display of light and technology. July 28–Aug 01 8–11 a.m. Led by Kodely

Campers will build solar ovens to cook snacks, design wind-powered contraptions, and engineer water filtration systems using everyday materials. They will participate in outdoor challenges, such as team-based shelter building and obstacle courses, while learning how science applies to the natural world. June 23-27 (LJCDS is closed June 19) 8–11 a.m. Led by Kodely

Join Mad Science as they take junior inventors on a journey of discovery, from the real-life inventions of da Vinci, Edison and the Wright brothers to Isaac Asmiov’s dreams of future inventions. With a little bit of ingenuity, campers are challenged to recreate some of the most important and exciting inventions of all time, including catapults, bridges, circuits and light bulbs. Next, they’ll overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors and the most important tool of all—their minds! July 21–25 8–11 a.m. Led by Mad Science SD

Come be a rocket scientist! Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring campers the excitement and wonder of space. They explore the science involved in rocket construction by building and launching their own rocket and watch an amazing rocket launch as it soars into the sky. Campers use teamwork to complete an important space mission and build a model space station. Explore the farthest reaches of the solar system and create a lunar eclipse in the Mad Science planetary tour. This stellar camp is your ticket to the stars as you journey through the galaxy. July 14–18 8–11 a.m. Led by Mad Science SD

Become a secret agent and take a fascinating journey into the world of detection, forensics, and classified information. Learn code language to send secret messages as part of the mission. Use special spy glasses to help learn about surveillance and the important role it plays in security. Investigate a pretend crime scene and sift through clues to crack the case. As part of the Mad Science Bureau of Investigation, students gain observational skills that are used by secret agents. June 16–20 8–11 a.m. Led by Mad Science SD

This foundational Mandarin camp offers a fun and immersive way for students to acquire Mandarin through interactive activities, including arts and crafts, catchy nursery rhymes, and exciting games. No prior Mandarin experience is required—just curiosity and enthusiasm! June 16-20 June 23-27 8 - 11 a.m. Led by LJCDS Upper and Middle School Mandarin Educator Lillian Sung

Join Seaside Arts Center for a musical theater revue of Wicked, the musical built on the principles of play, ensemble, and empathy. This program not only empowers individuals to speak with full voices, stand confidently in front of others, and lead with a playful imagination, but it also empowers them within a collaborative ensemble. The one-week session will conclude with a brief performance. June 23-27 8–11 a.m. Led by Seaside Arts Center

Join Seaside Arts Center for a musical theater revue of Frozen, the musical built on the principles of play, ensemble, and empathy. This program not only empowers individuals to speak with full voices, stand confidently in front of others, and lead with a playful imagination, but it also empowers them within a collaborative ensemble. The one-week session will conclude with a brief performance. July 21–25 8–11 a.m. Led by Seaside Arts Center

Join Seaside Arts Center for a musical theater revue of Moana, the musical built on the principles of play, ensemble, and empathy. This program not only empowers individuals to speak with full voices, stand confidently in front of others, and lead with a playful imagination, but it also empowers them within a collaborative ensemble. The one-week session will conclude with a brief performance. July 14–18 8–11 a.m. Led by Seaside Arts Center

Join Seaside Arts Center for a musical theater revue of Newsies, the musical built on the principles of play, ensemble, and empathy. This program not only empowers individuals to speak with full voices, stand confidently in front of others, and lead with a playful imagination, but it also empowers them within a collaborative ensemble. The one-week session will conclude with a brief performance. July 7–11 8–11 a.m. Led by Seaside Arts Center

From Wicked to Frozen to Hamilton, the dancing on Broadway makes the shows. Spend a week learning how to move like the stars with daily dance classes and real Broadway routines. Each one-week session concludes with a brief performance. July 28–Aug 01 8–11 a.m. Led by Seaside Arts Center