The River School Summer Camp - Washington DC

2023 Camp: June 20 - August 4
No camp the week of July 3

Camp River is for children ages 3 to 10 (rising Preschool through Grade 4).

Campers include current students, former students and children from neighboring communities. Camp River sold out quickly last year! Early bird and multi-session discounts available.

2023 Camps for Ages 3 - Rising Grade 2

June 20-23: Summertime Magic
June 26-30: It's Wild In Here
July 10-14: Make Your Own Fun
July 17-21: Gettin' Buggy With It
July 24-28: Flights of Fantasy
July 31-August 4: Remember the Times

2023 Camps for Rising Grades 2 - 4:

June 20-23 (choose one):
- Cooking Up Magic
- Fleming Tech Camp: Minecraft Adventures 4 Kids
June 26-30 (choose one):
- Wild & Delicious Recipes, Cooking Camp
- Fleming Tech Camp: Digital Animation 4 Kids
July 10-14: Stitchin' Up Some Fun Sewing Camp
July 17-21: Hiking on the River, Local Ecology Camp
July 24-28: Super Stitchers Sewing Camp
July 31-August 4: Hiking on the River, Local Ecology Camp

Camp River

June 20 - August 4, 2023

Camp River provides children with a balanced schedule of creative, intellectual and physical activities which serve as an “educational bridge” for the summer months. In age-based groups, campers explore new topics and face exciting challenges, all focused on weekly themes. Children ages 3 to Grade 4 from River and the community are welcome to attend.

We offer engaging and creative themes and visiting camps! From cooking crab croissants to building a Jello-Lego fort, we have seven weeks of fun adventures for your camper and their friends!

Campers over the age of 5 are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Camp cleaning protocols and safety measures will be maintained, and each group will have a dedicated outdoor space to use throughout the day.

Please note:

COVID-19 vaccinations are required and must be up to date for all Camp River participants and staff.
All campers must be toilet trained.
Please note that if Camp River cancels programming or should your camper be unable to join us due to COVID-19, all impacted programming will be refunded. Otherwise, registering for Camp River includes a 10% non-refundable deposit. After June 1, 2023, we are unable to refund cancellations for non-COVID reasons.
Tuition must be paid in full, and required forms are due by June 1.

Leadership Development & Counselor Preparation Program

Camp Technicians (Rising Grades 5-7; two-week sessions)

For those bigger kids who love camp so much they want to see behind the scenes. Join a dedicated group for a two-week session designed to combine summer fun with working behind the scenes. This is the first step in our Leadership Development and Counselor Preparation Program, and a great way for young teens to start exploring what it's like to work as a Camp Counselor. Camp Technicians will be asked to submit a resume and cover letter, and will have an interview as part of their program. Email Camp Director Capi Anderson to apply.

CIT (Counselor In Training, Rising Grades 8+)
This is the second step in our path to becoming a Camp River Counselor for teenagers who love children, enjoy camp activities and want to keep coming back for more! Counselors in Training (CITs) work with a class and Camp Counselors to bring the magic of camp to life. Being a CIT is a great way to gain experience for babysitting or camp counseling jobs, to fulfill volunteer hours for school, and to make summer memories that last a lifetime! CITs will be asked to submit a resume and cover letter, and will have an interview as part of their program. Email Camp Director Capi Anderson to apply.

Summer Employment Opportunities

Camp Counselors (Ages 15+)

Build your organizational and leadership skills and gain fantastic hands-on experience working with children. You will help manage a group of children, design activities and work as a team with other Camp Counselors to keep camp running smoothly. Working as a Camp Counselor builds many skills that future employers look for and will stand out on your resume. Experience with children and committing to all six weeks are preferred but not required. Email a resume, cover letter, and three references to Camp Director Capitola Anderson to apply.

Camp Instructors

Are you a summer-fun maker? Camp River needs classroom leaders to head their group teams and facilitate weekly thematic camps. Special skills including Maker based skills, sewing, sports, cooking with kids, and more are great assets in this rewarding seasonal position. Experience working with children is required, a college degree and commitment to all six weeks is preferred. Email a resume, cover letter and three references to Camp Director Capitola Anderson to apply.

Fun 'Til Five Counselors

At Camp River the fun doesn't stop when camp does. We are looking for a few dedicated counselors who are interested in bringing their skills and energy to after hours programming. This can be done in conjunction with working during the day or separately. Email a resume, cover letter and three references to Camp Director Capitola Anderson to apply.