Camp Stephens

CSSC Summer Program: Ages 3 (Toilet Trained) – Rising 3rd Grade

Weekly in June & July (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm) | Cost: Sign up per week at $255/week, Sign-up for all 6 weeks = Reduced Cost: $245/week

Summer at The Children’s School is a season of discovery, creativity, and joyful learning. Rooted in our child‑centered philosophy, our full‑day weekly camps invite children ages 3 (toilet trained) through rising third grade to explore, play, and grow in a nurturing environment. Guided by experienced teachers with degrees in education, campers engage in inquiry‑based activities that spark curiosity and support both social and intellectual development. With exciting weekly themes—from Color Chaos and Construction Zone to Mission: Possible and Water Week—each session offers hands‑on adventures designed to inspire imagination all summer long.

The CSSC Summer Program is led by the Children’s School at Stephens College. The summer program will be held at the Children’s School (Hickman Hall, 1200 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201)

Equine Science Camp: 8-15 yrs

Five Day Session: June 1-5 (8am-12pm) | Cost: $550

Welcome to our Equine Veterinary Camp, specifically designed for those with a passion for horses. This camp offers an opportunity to explore equine medicine while experiencing hands-on learning and while visiting local equine facilities. 

Horsemanship: Summer Riding Program: 7-14 yrs

Five Day Session: June 15-19 (8am-12pm) | Cost: $550

Welcome to our Horsemanship Camp, specially designed for individuals with no prior horse experience who are eager to immerse themselves in the world of equine care and management. This camp offers a unique opportunity for participants to experience a “day in the life” of an equestrian, providing hands-on learning to develop a deeper understanding of horse care and handling. Led by experienced instructors, our Horsemanship Camp promises a supportive and nurturing environment where participants can learn, grow, and develop a deep appreciation for the bond between horses and humans. 

Horsemanship: Summer Riding Program: 7-14 yrs

Five Day Session: June 22-26 (8am-12pm) | Cost: $550

Welcome to our Horsemanship Camp, specially designed for individuals with no prior horse experience who are eager to immerse themselves in the world of equine care and management. This camp offers a unique opportunity for participants to experience a “day in the life” of an equestrian, providing hands-on learning to develop a deeper understanding of horse care and handling. Led by experienced instructors, our Horsemanship Camp promises a supportive and nurturing environment where participants can learn, grow, and develop a deep appreciation for the bond between horses and humans. 

Equestrian Camps are led by the Stephens College Equestrian Department. Camps will be held at the Stephens College Equestrian Center (205 Old 63 N, Columbia, MO 65201).

Want a fun and creative way to beat the heat? Join us this July for Ragtag Summer Camp! Enjoy five full days of immersive film critique and filmmaking workshops for Columbia area middle schoolers, led by the Ragtag Film Society team in partnership with The Conservatory at Stephens College.

Register today to book your spot!

Details:

Monday, July 20th – Friday, July 24th
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Arrive between 8:00 – 8:30 AM at Ragtag Cinema
Pickup between 3:00 – 3:30 PM at Stephens College

Each participant must bring their own sack lunch; popcorn & light snacks provided.

Monday-Thursday, kids will watch and discuss a film in the morning at Ragtag. In the afternoon they’ll walk to Stephens College, where they will participate in workshops that will breakdown individual aspects of the filmmaking process. As they build their skills throughout the week they will create a short film that will be screened on Friday, which family and friends are encouraged to join!

Open to community members aged 11 – 14; films and film discussion will be geared towards this age group.

Cost: 

$325 per student for the week
$250 for each additional sibling
Needs-based scholarships available upon request.

Questions? Contact: Education Programmer, Gabby Galarza, at: gabby@ragtagcinema.org

Basketball Kids Camp: Pre-K- 4th Grade (Girls & Boys)

Saturday, May 23 (9am-12pm) | Cost: $50

Campers will participate in:

• Fundamental skill development
• Fun competitions and games
• Teamwork activities
• Mini games and scrimmages

The goal of the Little Stars Camp is to help young athletes learn the game, build confidence, and fall in love with basketball while having a great time with friends.

Note: Bring your own basketball, water bottle and lunch.

Basketball Skills Camp: 6th -12th Grade (Girls only)

Saturday, June 6 (9:30am-1:30pm) | Cost: $60

Camp sessions will include:

• Advanced ball handling and scoring moves
• Position-specific skill development
• Game situation training
• Competitive drills and live play
• Leadership and basketball IQ development

This camp is perfect for players who are motivated to improve their skills, compete against strong competition, and prepare for the next level of basketball.

Note: Bring your own basketball, water bottle and lunch.

Basketball Elite Camp: 8th – 12th Grade (Girls only)

Saturday, August 8 (9:30am-2pm) | Cost: $70

Camp sessions will include:

• Scholarship opportuntiy
• Advanced ball handling and scoring moves
• Position-specific skill development
• Game situation training
• Competitive drills and live play
• Leadership and basketball IQ development

This camp is perfect for players who are motivated to improve their skills, compete against strong competition, and prepare for the next level of basketball.

Note: Bring your own basketball, water bottle and lunch.

Led by Stephens Stars Athletics. The camp will be held at Silverthorne Arena (107 Dorsey Street, Columbia, MO 65203).

Lil’ Stars Soccer Clinic: PreK – 4th Grade (Boys and Girls)

Friday, July 31 (9am-12pm) | Cost: $45 (includes t-shirt)

The clinic focuses on teaching the basic skills of soccer in a fun and exciting atmosphere and features coaches/players from Stephens College.

Note: Bring soccer equipment, balls, water, snacks, & sunscreen.

Stars Soccer Clinic: 5th – 8th Grade (Boys and Girls)

Friday, July 31 (9am-12pm) | Cost: $45 (includes t-shirt)

The clinic focuses on teaching more advanced soccer skills in a fun and exciting atmosphere and features coaches/players from Stephens College.

Note: Bring soccer equipment, balls, water, snacks, & sunscreen.

Stars Soccer ID Camp: 9th – 12th Grade (Girls only)

Friday, August 7 (9am-1pm) | Cost: $60 (includes t-shirt & campus tour)

The camp is designed for advanced players who aspire to eventually play college soccer. Players will have the opportunity to interact with coaches/players from Stephens College. In addition to the camp, campers will have the opportunity to tour campus and meet with admissions representatives.

Note: Bring soccer equipment, balls, water, snacks, & sunscreen.

Led by Stephens Stars Athletics. The camp will be held at Cosmo Park (1615 Business Loop, 70 W., Columbia, MO 65202).

Softball Camp: 2nd-5th Grade

Wednesday, May 27 (9-11am) | Cost: $35

Skills based camp that will provide instruction on offense and defense. Camp will be broken down into positional work with coaches and players from Stephens College. All aspects of the game of softball will be covered.

Softball Camp: 6th-8th Grade

Wednesday, May 27 (1-3pm) | Cost: $35

Skills based camp that will provide instruction on offense and defense. Camp will be broken down into positional work with coaches and players from Stephens College. All aspects of the game of softball will be covered.

Softball Camp: 2nd-5th Grade

Wednesday, June 3 (9-11am) | Cost: $35

Skills based camp that will provide instruction on offense and defense. Camp will be broken down into positional work with coaches and players from Stephens College. All aspects of the game of softball will be covered.

Softball Camp: 6th-8th Grade

Wednesday, June 3 (1-3pm) | Cost: $35

Skills based camp that will provide instruction on offense and defense. Camp will be broken down into positional work with coaches and players from Stephens College. All aspects of the game of softball will be covered.

Softball Prospect Camp: 9th – 12th Grade (Girls only)

Wednesday, June 10 (9am-12pm) | $75

Open to all prospects 9th through 12th grade. This camp will focus on more refined skills in all areas of softball. Players will be tested for many attributes such as speed, throwing, and hitting among others. These skills will be put together in game-like situations.

Softball Prospect Camp: 10th – 12th Grade (Girls only)

Sunday, August 9 (9am-12pm) | $75

Open to all prospects 9th through 12th grade. This camp will focus on more refined skills in all areas of softball. Players will be tested for many attributes such as speed, throwing, and hitting among others. These skills will be put together in game-like situations.

Led by Stephens Stars Athletics. The camp will be held at Legion Field (606 Legion Lane, Columbia, MO 65203).

Rising Stars Youth Camp: K – 5th (Boys and Girls)

Wednesday, April 22nd (6pm) | Cost: $30 (includes t-shirt)

Skill Development Camp

Fast Fours

June 1st – 4th | July 13th – 16th | August 3rd – 6th

Cost: $5 per camper, sign in at the door, walk-ins welcome

Skill Development Camp

Led by Stephens Stars Athletics. The camp will be held at Silverthorne Arena (107 Dorsey Street, Columbia, MO 65203).