SUMMER AT SEM
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Summer at SEM is a unique experience designed for girls entering fourth through ninth grade. Camp runs every week from June 20th to August 11th and offers a variety of themes and activities that change weekly. Campers are invited to experience all SEM has to offer ranging from a creative science class to a knitting workshop.
We value each camper's interests and hobbies, allowing them to customize their weekly schedules complete with four daily activities. Each camper is encouraged to try new things and learn as much as possible about what camp is all about: fun!
DATES
SEM to Themselves: June 20 - June 23
a week for girls entering 4th and 5th grades only
a week for girls entering 4th and 5th grades only
Regular Day Camp
Week 1: June 26 - June 30
Week 2: July 3 - July 7 (no camp July 4)
Week 3: July 10 - July 14
Week 4: July 17 - July 21
Week 5: July 24 - July 28
Week 6: June 30 - August 4
Week 7: August 7 - August 11
Camp Policies
DEPOSIT
A deposit of $150 per child per week is required at the time of registration to secure your camper’s spot. The deposit is applied to your total camp fee.
CANCELLATION & MODIFICATION POLICY
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Weeks of camp can be canceled without penalty and for a full refund (including deposit) through June 16, 2023.
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For cancellations made after June 16, 2023, the $150 per child per week deposit will not be refunded.
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Weeks of camp can be modified based on availability.
2023 Pricing
- $450 per week for day camp
- $250 per week for Equestrian Camp (in addition to the fees paid to the Equestrian Center)
- $50 extra for early drop off or late pick up.
- Some of our special programs have additional fees
Regular Camp Hours are 9 am - 4 pm
Lunch is provided
Health and Permission Forms
Schedule and Core Class Descriptions
Class Schedules
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Arts and Crafts
What are some things you’ve always wanted to make? Tie-dye shirts? DIY tote bags? Canvas paintings? In arts and crafts, campers are encouraged to connect to their creative side and let their inner artist roam free! From group art activities to solo projects, campers will have every opportunity to create their own masterpieces!
Calligraphy
"Calligraphy" is an engaging summer camp class that teaches kids the art of beautiful writing. Through hands-on instruction and creative exploration, students will learn the fundamental techniques of calligraphy, from creating different letter styles to mastering flourishes and embellishments, providing a fun and artistic outlet for kids to express themselves.
Creative Chemistry
"Creative Chemistry" is a fun and interactive summer camp class that teaches kids the basics of chemistry through engaging and easy experiments. Led by enthusiastic SEM counselors, this class provides hands-on experience in creating fun projects like lip balm, slime, and more, while also introducing fundamental concepts in chemistry, fostering a love for science and discovery.
Fiber Arts
"Fiber Arts" is a fun and creative summer camp class that explores the art of working with fibers to create unique and beautiful pieces of art. From knitting and crocheting to weaving and embroidery, students will learn a variety of techniques and explore different materials to create their own one-of-a-kind fiber art projects, encouraging creativity and self-expression.
It’s A Small World
"It's a Small World" is a creative summer camp class that teaches kids the art of making small clay figurines and landscapes. Through hands-on instruction and creative exploration, students will learn sculpting techniques and create their own miniature worlds, fostering creativity and imagination in a fun and engaging way.
Jazzed Up Jewelry
Add a little shimmer to your life with bejeweled creations! In Jazzed Up Jewelry campers have the opportunity to create their own necklaces, bracelets, and earrings with beads and jewels!
Knitting
"Knitting" is a fun and rewarding summer camp class that teaches kids the fundamental techniques of knitting. Through hands-on instruction and creative exploration, students will learn how to cast on and off, knit and purl stitches, and follow a pattern, creating their own unique projects and developing valuable skills in a fun and engaging way.
Lights, Camera, Action!
"Lights, Camera, Action" is an exciting summer camp class for kids interested in the art of filmmaking. This class teaches the fundamentals of directing, producing, and filming a movie, from scriptwriting and storyboarding to editing and post-production, providing an immersive and hands-on experience in the world of cinema.
Mythical Beasts
If you have a flare for fantasy and an active imagination, you will love Mythical Beasts! In this class, campers will be able to create their own incredible creatures and dreadful dragons using clay, papier mache, and other materials! Use your imagination to stir up a fantastical world of your own creation!
Nailed It
"Nailed It" is a sweet summer camp class that teaches kids the art of making delicious desserts. Dabbling in different types of desserts, this class encourages creativity and imagination in the kitchen while developing fundamental baking skills.
Ready, Set, Draw!
Calling all doodlers, drawers, and sketchers; Ready, Set, Draw is the class for you! Work with charcoal, ink, graphite, and more to draw up the masterpiece of your dreams! All experience levels are welcome, and we encourage all campers to join in on the fun!
Scrapbooking
Save your photos, letters, artwork and other memories in one place where you can revisit each moment again and again. Preserve camp memories and your favorite pictures in a beautiful scrapbook of your own creation.
SEM’s Got Talent
Do you have a secret talent you’ve always wanted to share? Show your inner superstar in SEM’s Got Talent. Campers can spend the whole week cultivating a talent act individually or in groups and practicing it to perfection, then finally perform their act in front of the camp.
SEM Outdoors
"SEM Outdoors" is an exciting summer camp class that gets kids outside and exploring nature. This class offers a variety of outdoor activities, from nature scavenger hunts and outdoor crafts, providing an opportunity for kids to enjoy the great outdoors and develop a love for nature.
SEM Sports
"SEM Sports" is a high-energy summer camp class that encourages kids to get active and develop their athletic abilities. With a focus on teamwork and sportsmanship, this class provides a fun and supportive environment where kids can learn and play a variety of sports.
Sign Language
"Sign Language" is an engaging summer camp class that teaches kids the basics of American Sign Language (ASL), even with no prior knowledge of the language. Led by Ms. Judy, this class provides an interactive and immersive experience, introducing students to the alphabet, basic vocabulary, and sentence structure, while also fostering an appreciation for deaf culture and communication.
So You Think You Can Dance?
"So You Think You Can Dance" is an exciting summer camp class for kids who love to dance and want to improve their moves. Led by SAS counselors, this class offers a fun and supportive environment for kids to learn and showcase different dance styles.
TechWhiz
"TechWhiz" is an exciting summer camp class for kids interested in computer science, video game design, and robotics. This class offers hands-on experience in coding, game development, and operating SEM robots, providing an immersive and engaging experience for kids looking to explore the world of technology.
Theatre Magic
Have you ever wanted to write and star in your very own play? Do you write scripts and movies in your spare time, just for fun? Are you interested in theatre, and want to see if it’s for you? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then I invite you to try Theatre Magic! Campers are given free reign to write, direct, and act in their own plays and perform them for the whole camp!
The Voice
Sing your heart out with a class all about karaoke! Campers can spend their time singing their favorite songs with their counselors and friends and show their singing expertise!
Special Programs
Summer at SEM has wonderful opportunities for all campers to expand their horizons and participate in unique "Special Programs" that take their SAS experience to the next level. Summer at SEM partners with the Buffalo Scholastic Rowing Association, Chef Krista Van Wagner, The Buffalo Yacht Club, The Buffalo Equestrian Center, SEM Varsity Squash Coach Mike Ferrick and Fashion Lab NY to allow our campers to learn new skills and master the craft of design, sport and cuisine. These programs have limited availability and are on a first come first serve basis. Some do require an additional fee. See below for more information. Sign up for these special programs when you register for camp.
Cooking with Chef Krista
Buffalo Seminary celebrated Chef Krista Van Wagner is back for her 4th year, and will present a series of culinary classes with a seasonal line-up that is sure to please. Chef Krista will introduce basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, knife skills, and her favorite recipes from her travels around the world. Budding young chefs will enjoy a fun-filled cooking class with Chef Van Wagner. Knife skills, food safety, Mise En Place, and basic culinary techniques will be explored in each session.
(Crew) Learn to Row
Rowing is the ultimate team sport! Summer at SEM partners with the BSRA to bring a unique camp experience to our summer program. This program teaches campers about communication, leadership and character. Rowers will learn about time management and dedication so they can have respect for themselves, teammates and coaches through programs such as Learn to Row 101 & 102 and Sculling classes. Rowing is a sport that you can do for the rest of your life, it will challenge you physically and mentally. It's excellent aerobic and anaerobic and welcome to campers ages 12 and under!
Equestrian
Buffalo Seminary has partnered up with The Buffalo Equestrian Center again to offer an unforgettable summer camp opportunity for their campers. At the BEC, campers experience a fun introduction to riding for beginner and intermediate riders between the ages of 9 and 12 years old. This camp program features group riding sessions and instruction on grooming & bathing, braiding, bandaging, tack & equipment, and horse crafts! Campers will also participate in all aspects of stable activity, including feeding and general horse care. Camp runs Tuesday - Friday from 8:30am - 12:00pm. To register call (716) 877 - 9295 or email becandbtrc@aol.com for registration paperwork!
Fashion Lab
Become a Designer at one of our Fashion and Sewing Mini Camps this Summer at SEM! Spend the Summer with us being creative and having fun with new friends, while you learn amazing new life skills. Our Fashion Design and Sewing Camps allow campers to sew different clothing or craft projects, and work to improve their confidence and skills through following basic patterns, pinning, cutting fabric, sewing on the line, and working with various stitches and fabrics. All supplies, trims, and sewing machines are provided by Fashion Lab NY. Fashion Lab NY returns with New PROJECTS! Make your ideas come to life - learn machine sewing, upcycle clothing, and fun dyeing techniques! Afternoons at SEM weeks of 7/3 – 8/7. Space is filling, and limited spots are available!
Sail Away with SEM
Summer at SEM is going back on the water with the Buffalo Yacht Club’s sailing program. In our SAS sailing program, campers ages 9-12 are invited to Sail Away With SEM. Our campers sail primarily FJ and J/22 sailboats and an assortment of larger keelboats. This program is designed for girls who love to be on the water and want to sail a variety of different sailboats. This experience allows campers to get a feel for the sport and have fun doing it. Campers learn the parts of the boat, points of sail, knots, and many other important aspects of sailing. Experience is not required to participate in the program, and all skill levels are encouraged to participate!
Squash
The Summer at SEM Squash elective will have the purpose of introducing new players to the sport and continuing to grow players’ skills who have already been playing squash in order to prepare them to compete at the high school level. The squash program will encompass racket skills and technique, court movement, and fitness. Gameplay, rules, and proper sporting behavior will also be a focus of the program. Taught by the head coach of SEM’s Varsity Squash team, Mike Ferrick, campers will get to experience the joy of this lifelong sport while allowing them the opportunity to experience all that SEM Squash has to offer. Squash is a lifetime activity that your child will be able to engage in for the rest of their life if they learn through our program.
