Elementary School Camp: Age 6 - 9

Our camp for kids who have completed 1st Grade by the summer and up blends classroom study of the German language in the morning with engaging activities in the afternoon.

Morning German classes are separated into language level groups with max. 15 students and one teacher. In the classroom, instructors teach in German exclusively, no matter the level of German.

Afternoon Activities are held in the same class setting this year with max. 15 students and a teacher and are likely to be outdoors. Activities are exciting, active, and social, and offer a "lived" experience of German. Instructors speak mostly German, with a sprinkling of English to ensure everyone can follow along.

Our camp is a week-long or multi-week intensive immersive German environment that brings students closer to the language and culture, and to their peers who share a connection with or interest in German.

Enrollment for Summer Camp is on a first come, first served basis.

Once capacities for sessions are reached, or if we do not have enough staff due to teacher's shortage, if not enough children sign up for a class, or if CDC guidelines change we cannot guarantee desired schedules or camp availability.

Enrollment from waitlists when possible.

PM Camp: Afternoon Activities

Our morning German language classes are complemented by an exciting afternoon program that immerses students in sports, music, art, and other activities. While primarily conducted in German, some activities may include English.

Afternoon Enrichment Activities: Offer a variety of week long mini camps including: 

• 3D Pen Studio: Hands-on engineering and design challenges promoting creativity and teamwork. students embark on a new journey, whether it's designing a prototype, crafting unique jewelry, or tackling exciting team-based challenges like building a bridge or tower. These hands-on activities promote creative thinking, self-expression, and teamwork, equipping students with valuable skills for their future. Our step-by-step lessons ensure that every student, regardless of their experience level.

• Air and Space/Flight School: Students will explore the principles of aerodynamics and engineering. Throughout the program, they will engage in various hands-on projects, including a paper airplane challenge, constructing model rockets, and creating and flying their own kites.

• Junior Chef: This fun and educational program allows young chefs to explore a wide range of delicious recipes, from creamy homemade ice cream to delightful vegetarian sushi. Each class is designed to teach essential cooking skills, foster creativity, and encourage healthy eating habits.

• Intro to Stop Motion Animation: This program teaches students how to create captivating short stop motion videos using an iPad and a variety of props/clay. Students develop essential skills in storytelling, script writing, character and set design, and voice-over sound effects. advanced learners.

GISSV reserves the right to modify or expand the summer activities program at its discretion to include new offerings.

PM Camp: 1pm - 4pm