​All Summer Camps have been CANCELLED

for 2020 due to Covid-19.

We will happily refund your deposits.

We are leaving the descriptions up so we can all see what we are missing!
​

Summer Camps on The Rise
All camps are organized into Morning Camps (9am-Noon) with a couple of exceptions* and Afternoon Camps (12:30-3:30). Snack and lunch breaks are included. Snack is scheduled during the morning camp at 10:30. Lunch break is scheduled between the two camps from noon-12:30. All campers must bring their own snack and lunch from home, and a water bottle. Afternoon campers who need to stay even longer in the late afternoon can join Aftercare from 3-6pm.  

To Register for any camp and for Aftercare, please submit the form at the bottom of this page. A deposit of $100/child/camp is required to secure your registration.

Payment Options: Pay us through PayPal (look for hello@schoolontherise.com on the PayPal site) or snail mail us a check. You can pay in full or pay the balance on the first day when you bring your child. There will be some paperwork to sign then, too. Checks can be mailed to Summer Camps on The Rise 8805 Tara Lane, Austin, Texas. 78737. (This is not the school's location, BTW.)
 

Morning Camps from 9am-Noon*    

June 1-5     
Stained Glass Mosaics- Using bits of broken and cut colored glass and sanded grout, we will make some beautiful framed pieces to take home and hang in a window. Perhaps we will also make some mosaic rocks or jar lanterns. You can't go wrong with colored glass and sunlight! Ages 10 and up.  $ 180 for the week 

*Baseball Camp- 8:30am - 11am  Meet at Dick Nichols Park on Beckett St. in south Austin 
In this camp we will learn the skills and rules of baseball and have fun batting, throwing, catching and running, all in a  non-competitive environment. Beginners welcome! Please note the early start to avoid the summer heat. Ages 7-12. $100.00 for the week

June 8-12
Making Forts in the Woods- This camp focuses on playing in nature and lets the children experiment and explore while they figure out what works and what doesn't. We'll be outside rain or shine! Ages 7 and up. $150 for the week

June 15-19
Carpentry- This camp offers experiences with using hand tools, hammering, sawing, hand drilling to make raised garden beds, bee and bird houses, and much more! Ages 7 and up. $150 for the week

June 22-26
Games of All Kinds- In this camp we will learn new skills, and have fun throwing, catching, hitting, kicking, aiming, running, etc. We will play lots of different games including ping pong, kickball, wiffleball, croquet, and many others. We will focus on eye hand coordination, accuracy, and enjoyment. Ages 7 and up. $150 for the week.

*July 13-17  9am - 1pm
Woodworking & Music-In this camp we will learn the skills to hand carve wood and make some very cool items to take home. We will also have singing and music breaks to bring a unique and fun energy into our work. Ages 10 and up. Please note the later ending time. $180 for the week



Afternoon Camps  12:30-3:30pm    

June 1-5
Stained Glass Mosaics- Using bits of broken and cut colored glass and sanded grout, we will make some beautiful framed pieces to take home and hang in a window. Perhaps we will also make some mosaic rocks or jar lanterns. You can't go wrong with colored glass and sunlight! Ages 10 and up.  $ 180 for the week

June 8-12
Craft Like Crazy!- We will spend the week making lots of different projects with lots of different craft materials. Some of the possibilities are rock sculpting and painting, puppets, jewelry, sling shots, picture frames, string art, needle felting, and who know what else?! Imagine what we can do with the right crafting stuff and a little imagination!              Ages 10 and up. $180 for the week.

June 15-19
​Cake Decorating- From mini cupcakes to large fancy wedding cakes, the basic skills are the same. Begin to learn the skills of a professional cake decorator.  Use piping bags, tips, and different kinds of icing to decorate cakes both large and small. Take home your very own set of tips and bags, eat cake everyday, what else would you want?
Ages 10 and up. $180 for the week.
Dietary Disclaimer: This camp is not about healthy ingredients. It is about learning to control and shape the icing. We will use sugar, butter, cream cheese, eggs, and boxed cake mixes, so...be forewarned.  


Aftercare   3:30-6pm                        $100/wk 
Extended child care is available for campers who have been enrolled in the afternoon camp that week. This will be a time for quieter free play indoors or outdoors with board games, books, and the wide world of nature. Children are welcome to bring games from home to play with others or favorite books to read. Please make sure your child has an extra snack packed. Note: There is no Aftercare for July camps.

Questions? If you have questions about any of our camps, just send an email to hello@schoolontherise.com or leave a message on the phone (512) 696-8525 and we'll get back in touch with you ASAP.