Saint Mark Summer Academy
At St. Mark's we've been working hard to bring you the third year of our annual Summer Academy. The Summer Academy is where summer learning meets academic excellence.
Meet the Staff
Mrs. Laura Dusek (Coordinator)
Laura has a Masters from Lindenwood University in Education. Laura has established herself as a teaching star at St. Mark.
Mrs. Becky Lemont
Becky is our full-time Spanish teacher who brings a wealth of knowledge to our summer program.
Mrs. Molly Faley
Molly is a St. Mark graduate and long-time teacher aide and expert at promoting character and tradition at St. Mark.
Mrs. Terry Mischler
Our director of religious eduation, Terry takes the lead in spiritual development of our students and staff.
Mrs. Christy Roberson
Cristy will be graduating from Bradley University in May. She was a novice teacher in our first grade classroom this year. The outstanding jo she did for us prompted us to employ her for the summer academy.
Mrs. Mariella Caldwell
Mariella brings valuable knowledge, experience, and creativity to our Summer Academy. Mariella's talents in arts and crafts and summer fun will help make our summer camp the best in town.
Other helpers: Included in our program will be Notre Dame High school students earning their CSP hours.
What we Offer!
Academic Bridge Work: Unique to our Summer Academy will be a focus on academics. Students will be divided daily into age appropriate academic groups for bridge curriculum work. The goal to the bridge curriculum is to help students better transition for the coming year. The academic component of our Summer Academy will provide your child(ren) with a solid head start for the coming school year.
Theme Based Learning: Each week will feature a different educational theme supported daily with structured activites, arts, and crafts. In addition each student will have plenty of free play to enjoy the summer. We seek to establish the perfect balance where summer learning becomes summer fun! Field trips included!
Catholic Identity: In addition to excellent academic prep work for the coming year, athletic opportunities, and summer fun, our Summer Academy remains focused on our Catholic mission of evangelization. St. Mark's Summer Camp will feature daily prayers and catechesis focused on Bible stories.
* full time enrollment in the Summer Academy also reserves a seat in our Parish Vacation Bible School free of charge.
The Facilities
The Summer Academy will be housed at St. Mark Catholic School. Air conditioning will be made available for the summer in the rooms on the South end of the campus to help battle the summer heat. The Summer Academy will frequently use the computer lab, gym, playgrounds, and academic classrooms.
Who May Enroll?
Enrollment is open to any St. Mark student who will be enrolled in grades Pre-k 
4 thru 6th grade for the 2008-2009 school year. In house enrollment ends May 1st. Open enrollment will run from May 2nd-May 23rd. Special situations will be considered.
How do I register my child for this great summer experience?
Print out the registration form below and return it to St. Mark Catholic School. Space is available on a first come first serve basis. A $50 registration fee is due for each child. This fee will cover the cost of a camp shirt (must be worn for field trips), and the cost of your child's bridge book for summer learning.
* Fees include a daily snack. Students are to bring a sack lunch daily.
*St. Mark Catholic School reserves the right to cancel the Summer Academy with notification by May 15th.
Scheduled Weeks of Operation and Themes
schedule subject to change
| Week 1 | June 9-13 | Jungle/Zoo |
| Week 2 | June 16-20 | Health/Fitness/Sports |
| Week 3 | June 23-27 | Adventure Park (Vacation Bible School) |
| Week 4 | June 30-July 3 | Patriotism (Closed July 4th) |
| Week 5 | July 7-11 | Ocean |
| Week 6 | July 14-18 | Go Green (Earth/Recycle) |
| Week 7 | July 21-25 | Space |
| Week 8 | July 28-August 1 | Dinosaurs |
| Week 9 | August 4-8 | Hawaii/Pirates/Castles |
Hours of Operation
8:00-4:30 Regular Hours
7:00-8:00 Pre Care Available
4:30-5:30 Aftercare Available
Summer Tuition and Fees
Full Time Fees:
Fees apply to families electing to enroll for at least eight weeks of the nine week program.
1 student -- $130 per week
2 students -- $230 per week
3 students -- $305 per week
Half Day Fees:
These fees apply to families electing to send their children to the summer academy for half days (under 4.5 hours per day).
1 students -- $90 per week
2 students -- $145 per week
3 students --- $190 per week
Audit Fees:
This applies to families electing to enroll for one week at a time based on interest.
1 student -- $150 per week
2 students -- $250 per week
3 students -- $325 per week
Pre and Aftercare Fees:
pre and after care fees are $10 per week
*All tution must be paid in full by Thursday of the previous week.
*Any family not current with their summer tuition will be denied enrollment for the coming week.
Registration Form: