Academic
Grades 6 - 8
Description
Gear Up's are ONLY for currently enrolled or incoming (accepted) St. Margaret's students. This is an all day camp - the morning is spent in the classroom with academic instruction. The afternoon will be spent having fun in the sun at Doheny beach. Students will be transported to and from the beach.
Accelerate your reading and writing skills in this packed week of writer’s workshop! Study from mentor texts, create your own stories, and develop a love of writing. This course will focus on the writing process and the benefits of generating strong ideas, drafting, revising, and editing our work prior to final publication. Personal narratives, creative writing, persuasive writing, and writing conventions will all be a focus as we develop our writing skills. Join us this summer to elevate your writing skills in this fun filled week of exploration!
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What to bring
No supplies needed. All supplies will be provided for this activity.
Cancellation policy
📌 Class & Summer Camp Policies
🗓️ Program Details & Schedule Changes
All class and camp details — dates, times, grade levels, costs, and teachers — are subject to change until registration opens.
If a program has low enrollment, families will be notified before the first class or camp that it may be at risk of cancellation. We always aim to run every offering, but if the minimum enrollment is not met, the program may be cancelled. If that happens, families will be offered alternative class/camp options, when possible. If no alternative works, a full refund will be issued
🔄 Withdrawals & Transfers
Before the published withdrawal deadlines, you may withdraw for any reason and receive a full refund. You may request to transfer to another class or camp — we will do our best to accommodate. If the new program has higher tuition or materials fees, the difference will be billed.
💵 Refunds
If SMES cancels a class or camp, families will receive a full refund. After the deadlines listed below, no refunds or credits will be issued. If you have questions or unique circumstances, please reach out — we’re happy to help.
📚 Enrichment Classes – Spring 2026: Withdrawal Deadline: February 27, 2026
☀️ Summer at St. Margaret’s 2026 — Refund Policy
No refunds will be issued for any cancellations made on or after May 1, 2026.
Cancellations requested before May 1, 2026, are eligible for a refund minus the applicable cancellation fee ($100 for Early, Lower, Middle School programs and Upper School Athletics, and $300 for Upper School Academics and Summer Scholars). No refunds will be issued for any cancellations made on or after May 1, 2026.
No refunds for canceled classes or camps on days when the school closes fields due to inclement weather.
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About the provider
Extension Programs at St. Margaret’s: where learning and community continue beyond the school day.
St. Margaret’s Extension Programs offer safe, engaging, and joyful experiences beyond the school day through after-school enrichment, Extended Day, and Summer at St. Margaret’s. With hands-on learning across science, arts, athletics, outdoor adventures, and imaginative play, we nurture the whole child and uphold our core values. Programs serve current SMES students year-round, and many summer camps are also open to the broader community.
