See below for all programs in the Ballwin/Manchester area for this week.
New this year! Before & After Care is now available for most programs serving youth entering grades 1-6:
- Before care hours: 6:30–9 AM
- After care hours: 3:30–5:30 PM
Before/after care availability is noted in program descriptions below. Select the price option that fits your schedule and needs.

CARMAN TRAILS ELEMENTARY

Aliens and Astronauts | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Carman Trails Elem. | $129 (add $55 for before care)
Do aliens exist? Who knows! Have fun examining “evidence” of alien encounters, hypothesizing what aliens might look like, and exploring what astronauts experience in the vastness of space! Instructor: Community Ed Staff

Make it Your own Crafts | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Carman Trails Elem. | $129 (add $55 for before care) 
Our amazing instructors will introduce a general idea, but where the crafting goes is up to the kids! They can follow along or create something entirely unique. No two crafts will be the same, and that’s just the way we like it! Instructor: Community Ed Staff

Batter Up Baseball | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Carman Trails Elem. | $149 (add $55 for before care)
Spend the week with pro instructors honing your skills and enjoying the game of baseball! Perfect for players looking to improve quickly while having fun on the field. Instructor: TGPS

Pokémon: Cards, Crafts and Creatures | 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Carman Trails Elem. | $129 (add $45 for after care) Grab your cards and prepare for an epic Pokémon adventure! Master trainer or beginner, there is fun for everyone! Enjoy Pokémon-themed crafts and creature creations. Note: while campers are allowed to bring their cards, they will not be allowed to trade cards with other campers. Instructor: Community Ed Staff

LEGO® Challenge | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Carman Trails Elem. | $129 (add $45 for after care)
LEGO® fanatics, get ready for a challenge! Work in teams or on your own and let your creativity shine. With new challenges each day, there’s also plenty of time for free building and play. If someone you know can’t get enough LEGO® time, this camp is perfect! Instructor: Community Ed Staff

Basketball Skills Camp | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Carman Trails Elem. | $149 (add $45 for after care)
Spend the week with pro instructors learning, practicing, and playing the sport they love: basketball! This program is designed for players who want to improve their skills in a short time. Instructor: TGPS

HENRY ELEMENTARY

Explore Engineering | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Henry Elementary | $129 (add $55 for before care)
Build bigger, stronger, and taller! Put on your engineering cap to create, test, and share designs. Explore engineering through hands-on projects, STEM challenges, and more! Instructor: Community Ed Staff

Silly, Slimy Science | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Henry Elementary | $129 (add $55 for before care)
It’s stretchy, squishy and slimy! Mix, stir, and create wacky science projects. Each day, make slime, experiment, and become a budding scientist. Instructor: Community Ed Staff

Flag Me Down Football | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Henry Elementary | $149 (add $55 for before care)
Grow confidence on the field and gain new and improved football skills! Spend the week with passionate pro instructors learning, practicing and playing the sport they love. This camp is designed for kids who want to work hard and see their skills improve in a short time. Instructor: TGPS

Outer Space Odyssey | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Henry Elementary | $129 (add $45 for after care)
Get ready for a thrilling voyage as we navigate the solar system, explore distant galaxies, and uncover the amazing science behind planets, stars, and space travel. Instructor: Community Ed Staff

Boom, It's Science! | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-6 | Henry Elementary | $129 (add $45 for before care)
We love science, especially the kind that fizzes, squiggles, grows and goes boom! Each day you’ll try some of our favorite experiments and get ready to say, “Wow, that’s cool!” Instructor: Community Ed Staff

CRESTVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL

Songwriters in the Making | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Grades entering 6-8 | Crestview Middle School | $165 (morning care not available)
Join our fun and interactive songwriting class designed for young music lovers! This exciting program is the perfect opportunity for kids to explore their creative potential, express their emotions, and learn the craft of writing their own songs. Students will dive into the basics of melody, rhythm, and lyrics, all while creating original songs that reflect their unique voices. Whether they’re inspired by their favorite artists or their own experiences, this class provides the perfect space to make music their own. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions

Jewelry from the Earth: Crafting with Care | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Grades entering 6-8 | Crestview Middle School | $165 (after care not available)
In this eco-friendly jewelry- making course, students embark on a creative journey starting with recycled materials to craft environmentally conscious accessories. They will then advance to using polymer clay to design more intricate and customizable pieces. The course culminates in working with resin to create unique and polished items like bracelets, rings, jewelry boxes, and keychains. Along the way, students will explore their artistic potential while learning important sustainable art techniques, emphasizing the use of eco-friendly practices and materials throughout the creative process. Offered in partnership with Planting Seeds Academic Solutions

ADVENTURE CLUB PROGRAMS

SummerLink | 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Grades entering 1-5 | Carman Trails or Henry Elementary | $295 per week
When school lets out, the summer fun continues with Adventure Club! Our SummerLink programs offer full-day adventures for elementary students, featuring exciting activities, field trips, guest presenters, and plenty of opportunities to make friends, laugh, play, and enjoy a summer filled with unforgettable experiences!
Click here to register for SummerLink

MORE SUMMER PROGRAMS

KARATE | Tuesdays, starts June 3 | Parkway West Middle | $95
Click here to learn more and register

YOUTH TENNIS | Tuesdays or Saturdays, starts June 2 | Parkway South or Lafayette High School |  $109
Click here to learn more and register