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Summer CampFort Bend

Sneak Peek 2011Written by Natalia Naranjo and Julie Dold

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Camp Amazing Kids Kids ‘R’ Kids kidsrkidsfortbend.com Get ready for the ultimate 10 weeks of exhilarating fun as you discover the incredible talents and interests of the amazing kid within you! Offered at several area locations, the camp begins June 6 and lasts until the start of school in August. F, P

Camp Broadway Bound 16215 Lexington Blvd. / 281-879-1055bbymt.orgCamp Broadway Bound offers total theater immersion, plus all of the fun of a great summer camp for students ages 6 to 18 of all levels. Campers will participate in classes for acting, dancing, and voice, in addition to rehearsing for their end-of-camp showcase based on a Broadway musical. P

Camp Lonehollow830-966-6600lonehollow.comCamp Lonehollow’s top priority is to provide children with the best summer camp experience ever. Kids will enjoy breathtaking landscapes, a multitude of fun activities, gourmet food, and luxury stone cabins. Camp Lonehollow is a week-long adventure camp for boys and girls ages 7 to 16. S

Camp PrimrosePrimrose Schools1810 Lewisville Dr. / 281-342-29001315 Soldiers Field Dr. / 281-277-8585Explorers can cook up something good this summer as they dig in the garden, stir together ingredients, and then chomp on the fruits of their labor. Camp Primrose offers both full- and part-day programs for children ages 5 to 10. Camps run from June 6 to Aug. 18. F, P

Christ United Methodist Church3300 Austin Pkwy. / 281-980-6888cumcsl.orgChrist United Methodist Church will offer vacation Bible school from June 13 to 17 for kids ages 4 and up. Kids will enjoy an action-packed week of fun including Bible stories, crafts, skits, games, and songs. V

City of Sugar Land Summer Camp281-275-2885sugarlandtx.govSugar Land’s annual day camp begins June 9 for kids ages 5 to 13. This 11-week camp includes entertaining trips, imaginative arts and crafts, pool days, and recreational sports. F

CompuCamp 4111 Sweetwater Blvd. / 713-221-8032compucamp2011.comComputer enthusiasts ages 10 to 17 will learn the basics of understanding computer applications and programming at CompuCamp. Participants with a working knowledge of an operating system like Windows, Mac, or Unix will leave with a thorough understanding of the ins and outs of computers. F, P

wWhile many children look forward to summer, many parents may fret over finding fun activities for their kids during the long break. Luckily, Fort Bend is full of summer camps, ranging from music and theater camps to dance and sports camps. Campers can register anywhere from a day of camp to the full summer break.

Drama Kids Summer Camp14056 S.W. Fwy., Ste. 110A / 832-885-4869dramakids.comWhen school is out, drama is in! Kids will be introduced to acting, performing, and creative speaking. The camp offers different week-long programs, with a performance for family and friends at the end of each. F, P

First Colony Church of Christ Summer Camp at Lake Tomahawk 408 Lake Tomahawk / 281-980-7070firstcolonychurch.orgFirst Colony Church of Christ will host its summer camp at nearby Camp Tomahawk from July 10 to 14 for students who have completed grades one through 12. Lake Tomahawk is a place for campers to worship, have fun, and experience God. S

Fort Bend YMCA Summer Camps4433 Cartwright Rd. / 281-499-9622ymcahouston.orgThe YMCA’s day camps and specialty camps all share one thing: They’re about discovery. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories. F

Imaginare School 748 Crabb River Road. / 281-545-9470imaginareschool.comImaginare offers structured summer camps with a combination of in-campus planned group activities and field trips. Their programs vary according to age group to ensure fun, safety, and learning.

Iron Cross Summer Camp225 Gonyo Ln., #202 / 281-342-4766ironcrossgymnastics.comIron Cross Summer Camp offers days of fun, energy, and excitement, with camps running from June 6 to Aug. 19. Each day, kids 4 and up can participate in gymnastics training, games, and arts and crafts, with a movie to wind down, all in a safe and encouraging environment. F

Musical Theatre Camp Fort Bend Theatre2815 N. Main / 281-208-3333fortbendtheatre.comCome be a part of the Fort Bend Theatre’s Musical Theatre Camp, with sessions offered on weekdays from June to August. Each camp includes a performance on the last day of class. P

School Skills Gymboree Play & Music3340 FM 1092 Rd., #120 / 281-208-4302gymboreeclasses.comSchool Skills is a summer program designed to help children ages 3 to 5 prepare for kindergarten. The class encourages curiosity and builds self-confidence in preschoolers through art, science exploration, play, and story time. P

ScienceCamp 4111 Sweetwater Blvd. / 713-221-8032compucamp2011.comStudents ages 6 to 12 are invited to experience ScienceCamp, a weeklong adventure hosted by the University of Houston, along with Mad Science and the Health Museum. F, P

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Sienna Stables 8255 Camp Sienna Trail / 281-778-7433siennastables.com Equestrian enthusiasts ages 6 to 18 can enjoy one of Sienna Stables’ week-long summer camps, running from June 6 to Aug. 19. Camps are designed for first-time riders, intermediate riders, and advanced riders. P

Sugar Creek Baptist Church13333 S.W. Fwy., #200 / 281-242-2858sugarcreek.netSugar Creek Baptist Church offers vacation Bible school from June 13 to 16, as well as the Princess Prep and Warrior Prince Academy from July 11 to 15 and a kids’ camp from July 24 to 28. Sugar Creek Baptist will also offer a sleep-away camp at Carolina Creek Christian Camp from July 24 to 28. Children who have completed grades three through five as of June 2011 are invited to attend. V, P, S

Sugar Land Dance Center Summer Camp 9920 Hwy. 90, Ste. B270 / 281-491-7530sugarlanddancecenter.comSugar Land Dance Center offers day camps and week-long camps for kids ages 4 to 9 who are interested in getting their groove on. Day camps meet once a week for six weeks. Other camps include Princess Day Camp for girls ages 4 to 6, Song and Dance Camp for kids ages 5 to 9, and Star Wars Camp for boys ages 5 to 8. P

SummerAcademyIntersection of Highway 59 and University Blvd. / 713-221-8032compucamp2011.comSummerAcademy short camps offer courses for students grouped according to grade levels, with small class sizes. Elementary and junior high students can choose from a wide range of math and communications courses designed for fun, as well as improvement. High school students can hone their SAT skills in preparation for college. P

Summer of Fun & LearningMemorial Montessori5630 W. Riverpark Dr. / 281-238-9626memorialmontessori.comMemorial Montessori’s summer camp includes a Montessori curriculum, academic projects, splash days, theme-based activities, field trips, arts and crafts projects, and mad science projects for kids ages 3 to 8. Three sessions are offered throughout the summer, running from June through August. F, P

Techno Chaos Summer Camps 7320 Hwy. 90A / 281-410-1768techno-chaos.com Summer is a great time for kids to have fun as they apply what they have learned at school in a hands-on setting. Techno Chaos Summer Camps are geared towards learning robotics and leveraging science, technology, engineering, and math fundamentals in a fun environment. P

The Honor Roll School Summer Camp4111 Sweetwater Blvd. / 281-265-7888thehonorrollschool.comThe Honor Roll School provides a great balance of exploring fun topics, discovering new knowledge, making friends, and learning new skills. Campers will enjoy sports and games, swimming, field trips, arts and crafts, science and nature, and many other activities. F, P

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F = full-day camps P = part-day campsS = sleep-away camps V = vacation Bible schools

The Towne Creek School’s Summer Camp 3311 Williamsburg Ln. / 281-499-8030thetownecreekschool.comChildren in grades one through six are invited to join Towne Creek’s summer camp program. Campers will enjoy activities like sports, reading, writing, cooking, and swimming while having fun and learning. F

Victory Sports Summer Camps 750 Sartartia / 281-240-2437victoryvipers.com Victory Sports offers cheer, tumbling, and dance classes for kids of all ages, along with adults. Most camps are open to the public, but Victory Sports also offers private camps catered to the needs of any squad or group. P

Xploration Summer CampHouston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land 13016 University Blvd. / 713-639-4625hmns.orgThe Xploration Summer Camp is a great way for youngsters to explore the wonders of science through the Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land. The camp offers many different science adventures, such as superhero science, weird science, Jedi science, and Hogwart’s science, for kids ages 6 to 12. P

Young Chef’s Academy (P) 2309 Williams Trace Blvd. / 281-242-2665youngchefsacademy.comChildren ages 4 to 16 are invited to join in one of the summer classes at the Young Chef ’s Academy. Kids may choose from an array of classes, including yummy snacks, restaurant replicas, and Chinese cooking. Call for a full listing of classes and times. P SLM

NATALIA NARANJO is a junior at Clements High School and is the features and parents page editor for the Ranger Review.

JULIE DOLD enjoys being the editorial coordinator for Sugar Land Magazine.

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