Student Life
Summer Camp at Pine Street School
Pine Street Sports Camp 2025 (Sports Camp w/ Target Language, Art Enrichment and Basic Entrepreneurship)
For rising 1st through 8th Graders
About Green Ivy Summer Camp at Pine Street School
Pine Street Sports Camp offers a unique blend of sports (Pickleball, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball), target language classes (Spanish or Mandarin), art enrichment through 4th grade, entrepreneurship for rising 5th graders and up as well as thrilling field trips to sports venues, cultural sites, and more. A fun and engaging summer camp experience for children entering 1st-8th Grade.
WEEKLY FEES
Full Day (8:30am-3:30pm): $1,125
Early Drop-off (8-8:30am): $35
Late Pick-up (3:30-5pm): $65
Walking Bus (older siblings: round trip from BPM to PSS): $80
*Lunch & snack and field trips are included.
Payments/Refunds: Payment is due in full at the time of registration. Refunds of 50% are possible if you cancel before May 1, 2025. After May 1, summer camp payments are non-refundable.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Early Care
- Early campers received by summer camp staff
- Led to camp spaces and guided through relaxing morning activities
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Morning Arrival & Warm-Up
- Welcome campers, morning check-in.
- Light activity like drawing or journaling (depends on age)
- Dynamic stretching
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Sports Activity 1.
- Skill-building drills, teamwork exercises, and short scrimmages determined by the sport of the week.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Snack Break
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM: Foreign Language Enrichment
- Interactive activities like games, songs, and conversational practice in the target language (Spanish or Mandarin).
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM: Sports Activity 2
- Rotate to a different sport or engage in a broader physical activity like obstacle courses or relay races.
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: Lunch & Free Play
- Enjoy a packed or provided lunch followed by supervised free play.
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM: Team Building/Strategy Games/Art Enrichment
- Non-physical activities that encourage teamwork and strategic thinking, like board games, puzzles, or X’s and O’s from the last exhibition game.
- Watch “tape” of certain physical/ sports-related skills being taught or learning rules of the sport at hand
- Twice a week, students will engage in an art or crafting activity with Togetherhood – one of the vendors we use during the year in our after school program!
- Rising 5th through 8th grade students take basic entrepreneurship classes in our makers lab!
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Sports Activity 3
- Small-group tournaments or creative sports variations (e.g., a game of Horse, capture the flag, volleyball minigames, etc.)
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Cool Down & Reflection
- Gentle stretches, mindfulness exercises, and group discussions about the day’s activities and achievements.
3:15 PM – 3:30 PM: Camper Dismissal
- Wrap-up announcements, pick-up
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Late Care
- Campers will have a chance to practice skills learned throughout the day with summer camp staff.
- They will also have access to study spaces for further target language acquisition or project work.
WEEKLY THEMES
Week 1: Sports Camp, June 23-27 | Pickleball
We’re launching our very first Pine Street Sports Summer Camp with two weeks of Pickleball, the sport that swept the nation over the past few years! Come play with us both indoors and outdoors, where you’ll join in real games and practice your fundamental pickleball skills! Each week of camp features a real coach supported by a team of counselors and our Athletic Director, Chase Holliday.
Week 2: Sports Camp, June 30- July 4 | Pickleball
In the second session, we will build on the skills we learned during the first week, giving children a chance to show off their progress. Campers can advance to more complex drills and show off what’s possible when they put their time and effort into a sport like pickleball!
Don’t fret if you missed the first week. There will be plenty of fun to be had matching up against your friends in exciting pickleball activities and games!
**Camp will not be in session on Fourth of July**
Week 3: Sports Camp, July 7-11 | Basketball
Welcome to the highly anticipated first session of our Basketball Sports Summer Camp! Get ready to lace up your sneakers and hit the court for an action packed adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, our great coaches are here to help you sharpen all of your basketball skills. Our basketball weeks will be led by Chase Holiday.
Week 4: Sports Camp, July 14-18 | Basketball
Get ready to take your game to the next level! Whether you’re a returning player or joining Chase Holiday and the crew for the first time, our dedicated coaches are here to help you refine your techniques, elevate your teamwork and master the court!
Week 5: Sports Camp, July 21-25 | Soccer
Calling all players! Whether you’re a budding talent or a seasoned player, our passionate soccer coaches can help campers refine their dribbling, passing, shooting and defensive skills. There will be lots of soccer fun to be had throughout the week, including both drills and games.
Week 6: Sports Camp, July 28-August 1 | Soccer
In the second session of our Soccer Sports Summer Camp, we will be building on the skills and teamwork from our first session. Get ready to elevate your game to new heights. Both new and returning campers are encouraged to join as we will differentiate our coaching to suit the needs of any child that wishes to play!
Week 7: Sports Camp, August 4-8 | Volleyball
Spike it! Volleyball week is here and we can’t wait to join the campers on the court as they bring their volleyball skills to 156 William Street. Join us in the same gym we practice real volleyball in throughout the year with the same coaching staff! Learn from some of the best as we practice and play during a full week of volleyball excitement!
Week 8: Sports Camp, August 11-15 | Volleyball
Both new and returning campers continue on through our volleyball summer camp’s second week, starting Aug. 11. Come join our cast of qualified coaches and get better at one of the most accessible and entertaining sports you can play both indoors and outdoors!
Week 9: Sports Camp, August 18-22 | Dynamic Sports
The final two weeks of the Pine Street Sports Camp feature a thrilling blend of athleticism and teamwork throughout a diverse range of sports activities including basketball, soccer, volleyball, floor hockey, and more. Join us for an unforgettable summer filled with sportsmanship, skill-building and memories that will last a lifetime!
Week 10: Sports Camp, August 25-29 | Dynamic Sports
Get ready to dive back into the world of sports with even more energy and enthusiasm in session 2 of our Dynamic Sports Summer Camp! Once again, we’ll focus on a variety of sports including basketball, volleyball, pickleball and more. No matter which sports and games you prefer, this session promises non-stop action and excitement for everyone!
Summer Camp FAQ
A sibling discount does not apply to our Summer Camp programs.
We typically confirm staff in May. Historically, the staff include current (and former) teachers and Afterschool counselors, returning camp staff from prior years, and one or two new staff members from any of our Green Ivy Schools. We select camp staff with the same emphasis on nurturing and health and safety that we use when hiring classroom teachers. We also hire Spanish speaking counselors as our program is bilingual.
Yes, lunch and snacks are included for all campers.
We share camp lunch menus with families ahead of time via email.
Yes, snacks are provided and included in camp fees.
Drop-off takes place at the front door, where campers are greeted by Green Ivy staff and brought to their classrooms.
Due to space limitations, we are not allowing storage of scooters, bikes, etc. at drop off.
Depending on the week, we may visit local sports facilities and parks on days with good weather. Educational field trips to correspond with the sport of the week (basketball, soccer, etc.) are planned as well.
Yes! We share photos/videos frequently with families.
Campers should wear comfortable athletic clothing including: tee shirts, tank tops, shorts, sweatpants, etc. Campers should also wear comfortable athletic sneakers. Dress shoes, sandals and Crocs are highly discouraged. If a camper arrives with clothing that could be considered unsafe to play in, we may have to hold them out of activities until more appropriate clothing is acquired.
Shin guards for soccer and knee pads for volleyball are highly recommended. Please bring your own water bottles!
As this is a sports camp, we ask that you don’t bring any devices outside of a cell phone that is kept in the camper’s bag and only checked during scheduled times. Contacting our directors and counselors will give you immediate access to communicate with your children, should there be an emergency.
Green Ivy Summer Camp at Battery Park Montessori
Small, safe, fun & enriching Summer Camp | Ages 1-5
Green Ivy Summer Camp for Little Kids at Battery Park Montessori provides a warm and enriching summer camp experience for children ages 1-5 (must turn 1 by the start of their camp week). Guided by current best practices for early childhood development and education, we provide a playful, engaging, and safe “first camp” experience for your child. Plus kids get exposure to languages during our Spanish and Mandarin weeks!
Registration is by the week, and each week is highlighted with a fun, engaging theme!
