Specialty Camps

Teen Leadership Camp

Teen Leadership Camp is designed for young teens entering grades 9-11 to help develop leadership skills while also having some camp fun in the morning. . Each week will consist of 2 off campus field trips in the morning. Other mornings they will work on team building and how to become better leaders and role models. In the afternoon teen leaders will be assigned to camp groups to work with our experienced Camp Nova counselors. They will assist with activities and supervision. Teen leaders will be responsible for coming up with their own activity or game to lead their assigned group daily. Teen leaders must commit to the first four weeks, the last four weeks or all summer. 

Camp cost includes lunch and a snack.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIMES COST

Session 1-2

June 8–July 2, 2026

9:00am–5:00pm

$800

Session 3-4

July 6–July 31, 2026

9:00am–5:00pm

$800

Session 1-4

June 8–July 31, 2026

9:00am–5:00pm

$1,600

Camp cost includes lunch and a snack.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm

Animation Camp

Where does art and action come together? Animation Camp! Animation camp is the place for imagination to come to life. Learn and practice animation with daily activities to get creative juices flowing and up your artistic skills. We've got the craft supplies, clay, dolls, action figures, tech and tricks to turn ideas into movie clips- we just need you!

Camp cost includes lunch and a snack.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIMES COST

Session 1: 2 Weeks
(Grades 2-4 Only)                

June 8-19, 2026  

9:00 – 11:45am

$900

Session 2: 2 Weeks
(Grades 4-8 Only)                 

June 22-July 2, 2026

9:00 – 11:45am

$900

Session 3: 2 Weeks
(Grades 4-8 Only)                

 July 6-17, 2026

9:00 – 11:45am

$900

 Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm

 

 

Marine Science Camp

This camp will take place off-campus at the NSU Oceanographic Center. Mornings will consist of field trips where campers will be one with the water, participating in paddle-boarding, water skiing, an everglades boat ride, and more. In the afternoon, campers will hear from guest speakers and learn all about marine science, the study of marine life, and organisms in the ocean.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 1 (Grades 4-8)

June 8-19, 2026

9:00am - 4:00pm

$1,200

Lunch and snack are included in the cost of tuition.

Full Day Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm
**There is no before or after care for this camp. Drop off and pick up is at the NSU Oceanographic Center.

 

 

Princess Camp

Once upon a time in a not so far away land, Tippi Toes planned a beautiful Princess Dance Camp. Young campers will come from near and far dressed in princess or ballerina outfits, and meet princesses, fairies, and ballerinas. This camp will be filled with dancing, princess crafts, and lots of FUN!

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 1  (Grades K–1)

June 8-19, 2026

9:00– 11:45 am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Art Innovators

This hands-on program is a great wat to introduce future artists to art and innovation! Students draw self-portraits, model sculptures, and create captivating collages-cultivating essential creativity and risk-taking skills. Art innovators will empower children to envision, create and inspire through the transformative power of art.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 1 (Grades K-1)

June 8-19, 2026

9:00am - 11:45am

$900

 

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Passport to Robotics

Campers dive into hands-on STEM learning through LEGO Robotics as they build and program robots inspired by travel, transportation, and imaginative design. Campers develop real-world skills in engineering, coding, problem-solving, and teamwork while exploring the engineering design process in a supportive environment.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 1  (Grades 2–4)

June 8–19, 2026

9:00– 11:45am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

YouTube AI Production Studio

Lights, Camera, AI! In this creative camp, students become digital creators using YouTube’s newest AI tools to turn their ideas into eye catching videos. Campers will transform photos into videos, add special effects, generate custom music, and use AI brainstorm ideas, plan scripts, and design scenes that would be impossible to film in real life.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 1  (Grades 5–8)

June 8–19, 2026

9:00am–5:00pm

$1200

Lunch and snack are included in the cost of tuition

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

The R.E.E.F. Summer Specialty Camps

The R.E.E.F. (Robotics, Exploration, Experimentation Fabrication) provides 4,831 square feet of cutting-edge space dedicated to robotics, engineering, and competitive esports. The facility comprises three distinct areas, each designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and technical skill development. Please see below for unique opportunities this summer for your child.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 1 - *Robotics Academy 
(Grades 3–6)

June 8-19, 2026

9:00– 11:45 am

$900

Session 1 – *VEX IQ Builders Bootcamp  (Grades 6-8)

June 8-19, 2026

1:30– 3:30 pm

$750

       

*Robotics Academy: Build, Code, Compete (2 Weeks) Students design and build their own robots, then bring them to life with coding. Campers take on exciting challenges, test their ideas, and improve their designs through friendly competitions and teamwork

*VEX IQ Builders Bootcamp Students learn fundamentals of engineering and robot construction using VEX IQ. They explore gear ratios, structural stability, drivetrain design, and autonomous basics before completing a mini‑challenge inspired by the upcoming VEX IQ game.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Unicorn Camp

Dance among the magical and mystical world of unicorns and rainbows! Each day includes unicorn fairy tales, dance, rainbow crafts, games, and more! Your child will delight in discovering movement and music in this magical camp. Students should wear leotards, tights and ballet shoes or leggings, t-shirts, and socks.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIMES COST

Session 2 (Grades K–1)

June 22–July 2,  2026

9:00– 11:45 am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Little Inventors

In this “inventive” program, students design and create solutions to problems, teaming up to identify the need for a new invention, and producing real structures and solutions. In one STEM challenge, students build bridges using a variety of materials and experiment with how much weight they can hold. Students will also learn about famous inventors, and discuss how inventions improve our lives.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 2 (Grades K-1)

June 22 -July 2, 2026

9:00am - 11:45am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Roblox World Building

In the creative, hands-on camp, students learn how to design and build their own 3D Roblox world while developing real coding and problem-solving skills. Whether they are new to Roblox or already love playing, campers will create unique environments, customize games, and bring ideas to life in a fun, supportive setting.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 2 (Grades 2-4)

June 22 -July 2, 2026

9:00am - 5:00pm

$1200

Lunch and snack are included in the cost of tuition

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

AeroTech Academy: The Science of Flight & Drone Explorations

This hands-on STEM summer camp focuses on the fundamentals of aviation and science of flight, giving campers the opportunity to design, build, and fly a variety of high soaring aircraft. They will test their designs, analyze performance, and refine their builds using STEM principles. They will learn basic drone piloting skills and complete simple guided missions, reinforcing their understanding of aerodynamics and control system.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 2 (Grades 5-8)

June 22 -July 2, 2026

9:00 - 11:45am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

The R.E.E.F. Summer Specialty Camps

The R.E.E.F. (Robotics, Exploration, Experimentation Fabrication) provides 4,831 square feet of cutting-edge space dedicated to robotics, engineering, and competitive esports. The facility comprises three distinct areas, each designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and technical skill development. Please see below for unique opportunities this summer for your child.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 2 – *Fusion 360 Design
(Grades 5-8)

June 22-July 2, 2026

9:00– 11:45 am

$900

Session 2 – *VEX V5 Robotics Challenge  (Grades 6-8)

June 22-July 2, 2026

1:30– 3:30 pm

$750

       

*Fusion 360 Design & Prototyping Lab Campers learn Autodesk Fusion 360 for advanced 3D modeling. They design robot parts and functional prototypes, progressing from concept to 3D‑printed creations.

*VEX V5 Robotics Challenge Lab A fast‑paced introduction to competitive VEX V5 design. Campers build drivetrains, experiment with intakes, and program autonomous routines, ending with a scrimmage in the official field.

Camp Hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30 pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00 am (additional fee)

 

ALOHA From Tippi Toes Beach

Pop on your sunnies and get ready to hula at the Tippi Toes island party! This camp combines high-energy Tippi Toes Dance Classes with beach-themed games, crafts, and activities. Campers will have the opportunity to perform at the end of the week's big island beach bash!

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 3  (Grades K–1)

July 6–July 17, 2026

9:00 – 11:45 am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

My First Bake Sale

food truck

Campers select a food theme, choose an ideal location, identify target customers, design appealing menus, and form a comprehensive business plan covering strategy, marketing, operations and finance, including capital-raising needs. Activities include drafting mission statements, setting prices, estimating expenses, and learning key financial metrics. This program offers a tasty way to develop business savvy! Note: no food is handled at camp.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 3 (Grades K-1)

July 6-17, 2026

9:00 - 11:45am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Style Design Studio: Sketch, Create & Shine

food truck

This immersive arts and design camp invites campers to think like future designers and creators as they bring their ideas to life through wearable art. Campers learn essential hand-sewing skills, garment construction, and creative styling, while designing an outfit enhanced by custom made jewelry. Every piece is theirs to keep, and every camper leaves feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to lead with creativity.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 3 (Grades 2-4)

July 6-17, 2026

9:00 - 11:45am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

AI Coding Machine & Learning Camp

food truck

In this hands-on camp, students dive into the world of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning by building games, experimenting with smart systems, and creating AI-powered projects. Along the way campers will strengthen problem-solving, creativity and critical thinking skills while AI can be used responsibly to shape the world around them.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 3 (Grades 5-8)

July 6-17, 2026

9:00am - 5:00pm

$1200

Lunch and snack are included in the cost of tuition

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

The R.E.E.F. Summer Specialty Camps

The R.E.E.F. (Robotics, Exploration, Experimentation Fabrication) provides 4,831 square feet of cutting-edge space dedicated to robotics, engineering, and competitive esports. The facility comprises three distinct areas, each designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and technical skill development. Please see below for unique opportunities this summer for your child.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 3 – *Robotics Academy  (Grades 3-6)

July 6-17,  2026

9:00– 11:45 am

$900

Session 3 – *VEX IQ Builders Bootcamp  (Grades 6-8)

July 6-17, 2026

1:30– 3:30 pm

$750

       

*Robotics Academy: Build, Code, Compete (2 Weeks) Students design and build their own robots, then bring them to life with coding. Campers take on exciting challenges, test their ideas, and improve their designs through friendly competitions and teamwork.

*Students learn fundamentals of engineering and robot construction using VEX IQ. They explore gear ratios, structural stability, drivetrain design, and autonomous basics before completing a mini‑challenge inspired by the upcoming VEX IQ game.

Camp Hours: 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30 pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00 am (additional fee)

 

 

My First Passport

Explore cultural differences across countries, geographic games, famous landmarks, world currencies, current global events and more. Students role-play as diplomats and come up with solutions to key global problems like hunger, poverty and pollution.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIME COST

Session 4 (Grades K–1)

July 20–July 31, 2026

9:00 – 11:45 am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

"Under the Sea" Camp

Join us as we go "Under the Sea" and learn to dance in a fun environment! Dancers will spend 2 weeks dancing, crafting, and singing along to one of their favorite underwater princess stories.  Dancers will also have special visits from their favorite princess mermaid! Students should wear leotards, tights, and pink ballet shoes or leggings, t-shirts, and socks.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIMES COST

Session 4 (Grades K–1)

July 20–31, 2026

9:00 – 11:45 am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Playful Circuits Lab: Makey Makey Creations

This STEM driven camp invites campers to explore electronics and interactive design with Makey Makey inventors’ kits. Campers will experiment with conductivity and simple circuity to turn fun materials into playable instruments, custom game controllers, and quirky interactive projects, it’s a summer of invention, laughter, and learning!

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIMES COST

Session 4 (Grades 2–4)

July 20–31, 2026

9:00 – 11:45 am

$900

Campers may continue on into Camp Nova for an additional $250 per week.

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

 

 

Minecraft Robotics Coding

Campers will use real coding to control robots and automate tasks like farming, mining, and building inside Minecraft Education Edition. They will learn core computer science concepts by turning everyday tasks into exciting challenges, including creative fun, over-the-top in game events.

SESSION LENGTH DATES TIMES COST

Session 4 (Grades 5–8)

July 20–31, 2026

9:00am - 5:00pm

$1200

Lunch and snack are included in the cost of tuition

Camp Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Dismissal/Carline: 5:00–5:30pm
Before Care Hours: 8:00–9:00am (additional fee)

Deposits and Discounts

There is a $100 non-refundable deposit PER SESSION, PER CHILD that is due when registering for this camp. This deposit will be deducted from the total cost of tuition.

NSU University School families receive 15% off total camp tuition if paid in full by March 13, 2026

All other families receive 10% off total camp tuition if paid in full by April 10, 2026.

Each additional sibling within a family will receive 10% off camp tuition.

Full-time NSU faculty will receive 35% off camp tuition. (Pending tuition waiver approval: Please reach out to your HR contact regarding where to fill out the waiver.)