Registration for Summer Camp 2026
Chrysalis Summer Camp 2026
Ages: 6–15 years old📍 Location: 5017 S. Hermitage Ave., Chicago, IL 60609
📅 Dates: June 29, 2026 – July 31, 2026
🕣 Hours: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
🚌 Field Trip Fridays may include additional costs depending on trip selection.
The Chrysalis Program Summer Camp is a culturally affirming, engaging, and empowering summer experience designed specifically for Black girls. Campers participate in academic enrichment, executive functioning support, social-emotional learning, leadership development, wellness activities, creative arts, STEAM exploration, field trips, and hands-on life skills workshops in a safe and supportive environment.
✨ Summer Camp Orientation
Families are invited to attend our Summer Camp Orientation before camp begins to meet staff, explore the space, ask questions, and learn more about what students will experience this summer.
📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
👨👩👧 Parents and students welcome
🗓️ Weekly Camp Themes🎨 Creative Arts Mondays
Students explore creativity, culture, and self-expression through:
💼 Life Skills Tuesdays
Students build practical skills, confidence, and career exposure through:
🥗 Wellness Wednesdays
Students focus on emotional, mental, and physical wellness through:
🌿 Nature Thursdays
Students connect with nature and community through:
🚌 Field Trip Fridays
Students explore educational, cultural, and recreational destinations throughout Chicagoland, including:
📚 What Students Will Experience
Executive Functioning Support (NEW!)
Students will participate in structured activities designed to strengthen:
Academic Enrichment
Daily small-group instruction in:
Creative Arts & Expression
Students will participate in:
🕣 Daily Schedule
8:30–9:00 AM
Breakfast + Icebreakers + Affirmations
9:00–11:45 AM
Academic & Enrichment Rotations
11:45–12:30 PM
Lunch
12:30–2:15 PM
Afternoon Workshops & Activities
2:15–2:30 PM
Reflection + Affirmations
2:30–3:00 PM
Parent Pickup
💵 Pricing
Registration Fee
$75 per family (Due before June 1, 2026)
Half-Day Camp📅 Monday–Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
💲 $100/week
👧🏾 15% sibling discount after first child
Full-Day Camp📅 Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
💲 $250/week
👧🏾 15% sibling discount available
Drop-In Rate💲 $75 per full day
📌 Weekly payments are due 2 weeks in advance.
💛 Scholarship Opportunities
Income-based scholarships are available for qualifying families.
Eligibility Requirements
Families must:
(Equivalent to half-day tuition)
To inquire about scholarships, contact:
📩 [email protected]
Why Families Choose The Chrysalis ProgramAt The Chrysalis Program, we create spaces where Black girls are encouraged to:
✨ Seen
✨ Safe
✨ Supported
✨ Empowered
✨ Celebrated
Ages: 6–15 years old📍 Location: 5017 S. Hermitage Ave., Chicago, IL 60609
📅 Dates: June 29, 2026 – July 31, 2026
🕣 Hours: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
🚌 Field Trip Fridays may include additional costs depending on trip selection.
The Chrysalis Program Summer Camp is a culturally affirming, engaging, and empowering summer experience designed specifically for Black girls. Campers participate in academic enrichment, executive functioning support, social-emotional learning, leadership development, wellness activities, creative arts, STEAM exploration, field trips, and hands-on life skills workshops in a safe and supportive environment.
✨ Summer Camp Orientation
Families are invited to attend our Summer Camp Orientation before camp begins to meet staff, explore the space, ask questions, and learn more about what students will experience this summer.
📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
👨👩👧 Parents and students welcome
🗓️ Weekly Camp Themes🎨 Creative Arts Mondays
Students explore creativity, culture, and self-expression through:
- African Dance (NEW!)
- African Drumming
- Theater & Acting
- Spoken Word
- Painting & Crafts
- Music & Creative Expression
💼 Life Skills Tuesdays
Students build practical skills, confidence, and career exposure through:
- Braiding Workshops (NEW!)
- Barbering Workshops (NEW!)
- Entrepreneurship
- Leadership Activities
- Financial Literacy
- Career Readiness & Soft Skills
- Life Etiquette
- Conflict Resolution & Teamwork
🥗 Wellness Wednesdays
Students focus on emotional, mental, and physical wellness through:
- Mindfulness & Coping Skills
- Mental Health Awareness
- Healthy Communication
- Relationship Building
- Self-Confidence Strategies
- Nutrition Education
- Smoothie Making & Healthy Cooking
- Fun Fitness Activities & Zumba
🌿 Nature Thursdays
Students connect with nature and community through:
- Gardening & Horticulture
- Nature Walks & Hiking
- Environmental Activities
- Beach Days
- Outdoor Wellness Activities
- Team Building Challenges
🚌 Field Trip Fridays
Students explore educational, cultural, and recreational destinations throughout Chicagoland, including:
- Museum of Science and Industry
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- Millennium Park
- Navy Pier
- Garfield Park Conservatory
- Additional field trip experiences throughout the summer
📚 What Students Will Experience
Executive Functioning Support (NEW!)
Students will participate in structured activities designed to strengthen:
- Organization & planning
- Focus & attention strategies
- Task initiation & completion
- Emotional regulation
- Time management
- Problem-solving & adaptability
Academic Enrichment
Daily small-group instruction in:
- Reading
- Math
- Literacy support
- Hands-on learning activities
Creative Arts & Expression
Students will participate in:
- Arts & Crafts
- Recycling & Sculpture
- Theater & Music Therapy
- Cooking Experiences
- Creative Design Projects
- Cultural Enrichment Activities
🕣 Daily Schedule
8:30–9:00 AM
Breakfast + Icebreakers + Affirmations
9:00–11:45 AM
Academic & Enrichment Rotations
11:45–12:30 PM
Lunch
12:30–2:15 PM
Afternoon Workshops & Activities
2:15–2:30 PM
Reflection + Affirmations
2:30–3:00 PM
Parent Pickup
💵 Pricing
Registration Fee
$75 per family (Due before June 1, 2026)
Half-Day Camp📅 Monday–Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
💲 $100/week
👧🏾 15% sibling discount after first child
Full-Day Camp📅 Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
💲 $250/week
👧🏾 15% sibling discount available
Drop-In Rate💲 $75 per full day
📌 Weekly payments are due 2 weeks in advance.
💛 Scholarship Opportunities
Income-based scholarships are available for qualifying families.
Eligibility Requirements
Families must:
- Receive SNAP benefits or Medicaid
- Provide snacks for camp, OR
- Provide lunch for students, OR
- Volunteer one day per week
(Equivalent to half-day tuition)
To inquire about scholarships, contact:
📩 [email protected]
Why Families Choose The Chrysalis ProgramAt The Chrysalis Program, we create spaces where Black girls are encouraged to:
- Build confidence
- Strengthen leadership skills
- Develop healthy friendships
- Explore creativity
- Improve academic skills
- Learn life skills
- Strengthen emotional wellness
- Discover new passions and possibilities
✨ Seen
✨ Safe
✨ Supported
✨ Empowered
✨ Celebrated
Annual Glamping Retreat 2026
OVERVIEW
The Chrysalis Program Annual Glamping Retreat is back this year at Camp Sullivan. The primary aim of the retreat is for students to forge connections with fellow program members and with nature.
On Friday evening, students will arrive between 4:30 pm and 5 pm. Once settled, they'll indulge in manicures, pedicures, and facials provided by black-owned cosmetology businesses setting up in our bunkhouse. Dinner will follow, accompanied by campfire snacks and storytelling.
Saturday kicks off with breakfast, followed by a hiking excursion and participation in various social-emotional and life skills workshops. A crafting session precedes an afternoon of rock climbing. After dinner, we'll gather for a lively campfire last-night party.
Sunday morning, we'll engage in a reflective discussion about our retreat experiences, distributing giveaways before parents pick up by 11 am.
LOGISTICS
The Chrysalis Program Annual Glamping Retreat is back this year at Camp Sullivan. The primary aim of the retreat is for students to forge connections with fellow program members and with nature.
On Friday evening, students will arrive between 4:30 pm and 5 pm. Once settled, they'll indulge in manicures, pedicures, and facials provided by black-owned cosmetology businesses setting up in our bunkhouse. Dinner will follow, accompanied by campfire snacks and storytelling.
Saturday kicks off with breakfast, followed by a hiking excursion and participation in various social-emotional and life skills workshops. A crafting session precedes an afternoon of rock climbing. After dinner, we'll gather for a lively campfire last-night party.
Sunday morning, we'll engage in a reflective discussion about our retreat experiences, distributing giveaways before parents pick up by 11 am.
LOGISTICS
- The retreat has limited spots, with only 30 students able to attend. Once these spaces are filled, we will not accept additional students.
- The cost is $150 per person, with payment options available in installments if paid in full by July 16, 2025. A nonrefundable deposit of $50 per person is required to reserve each spot.
- Participants are required to bring bedding, toiletries, towels, signed waivers, and other camping essentials (a detailed list will be provided).
- Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns at [email protected].
