Summer Camps at Abiqua School in Salem, Oregon
Abiqua School’s 2025 summer programs offer two exciting options designed for children entering Preschool through 5th Grade in the 2025–2026 school year:
Abiqua Adventures and Spanish Immersion Summer Camps! Camps run: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Before care: 8:00-9:00 AM. After care: 3:00-5:00 PM
Both programs are open to current Abiqua families and the wider community. Spots are limited—register early to secure your child’s place!
Hands-on fun, creative weekly themes, and field-based experiences make this an unforgettable summer for campers of all ages. Camps run: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Before care: 8:00-9:00 AM. After care: 3:00-5:00 PM
Each week includes on-campus field day fun for all campers and off-campus field trips for students entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
2025 Weekly Themes
June 30: Express Yourself*
July 7: Game Masters
July 14: Marvelous Machines
July 21: Wild & Wonderful Nature
July 28: Seaside Adventures
August 4: Mad Scientists Lab
August 11: Splashtastic!
*No camp on July 4
Through language, culture, and creativity, students build Spanish vocabulary and confidence while exploring weekly themes through games, projects, and hands-on experiences.
Each session is taught in Spanish and is designed for the developmental level of the students enrolled. These camps do not include field trips. Camps run: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Before care: 8:00-9:00 AM. After care: 3:00-5:00 PM
Spanish Immersion Weekly Themes
June 30–July 3 (4-Day Camp)
¡Qué Rico! Food and Culture of Mexico
For incoming Kindergarten–3rd Graders
Campers explore Mexican foods through tasting, crafts, and play. They build vocabulary around flavors, food words, and kitchen actions—no cooking required.
July 7–11
México Mágico: Misión Exploradores
For incoming 2nd–5th Graders
Campers go on a pretend mission across Mexico, learning about geography, history, and landmarks through games and creative projects.
July 14–18
Ritmo y Rima: Música y Movimiento del Mundo Hispano
For incoming 2nd–5th Graders
A high-energy week exploring rhythm, instruments, and movement from Spanish-speaking countries.
July 21–25
Guardianes de la Tierra: Eco-Héroes de México
For incoming Kindergarten–3rd Graders
Campers learn about nature and sustainability while expanding vocabulary and Spanish verbs through eco-themed activities.
July 28–August 1
Ninjas de los Números: Math Masters en Español
For incoming 2nd–5th Graders
Campers practice math skills in Spanish using games, puzzles, and obstacle courses.
August 4–8
Guerreros del Abecedario
For incoming 2nd–5th Graders
Students strengthen their language skills through word games, storytelling, and fun literacy-based activities in Spanish.
$400 per week
Includes lunch and two snacks daily
Before and after care included
Take-home keepsakes and camp merchandise
Open to fully potty-trained children age 3 and older (Abiqua Adventures only)
Payment options: credit card, check, cash, or family account billing (for currently enrolled students only)
Full payment is required before the first day of camp
If a camp is canceled by Abiqua, a full refund will be issued
Refunds are not available after June 25 unless the camp is canceled by the school
For emergencies or special circumstances, please contact the Business Office at accounting@abiqua.org
For general camp questions, contact Laurel Goschie at laurel.goschie@abiqua.org.
For Spanish camp-specific inquiries, contact Maestra Paige at paige.schindler@abiqua.org.
$400 per week session
Includes
*July 4th is a holiday so there will only be four days of camp this week.
Creativity flourishes through a week of art, drama, dance, and music! Campers will paint, perform, play instruments, and even design their own costumes and characters. This is the perfect camp for kids who love to shine in their own unique way!
$400 per week session
Includes
*July 4th is a holiday so there will only be four days of camp this week.
For Incoming Kinder–3rd Graders: In this sensory-based camp, students will explore Mexican foods through tastings, crafts, and play. They’ll build vocabulary around flavors, food words, and kitchen actions—no cooking required!
$400 per week session
Includes
It’s game time! From life-sized board games and sporty challenges to puzzle-solving and designing a unique board game, this week is packed with competitive fun and teamwork. Campers will put their strategy, creativity, and sportsmanship to the test in daily challenges and a grand tournament!
$400 per week session
Includes
Incoming 2nd–5th Graders: Campers become explorers on a pretend mission across Mexico! Through games and creative projects, they’ll learn about landmarks, geography, history, and weather—all in Spanish.
$400 per week session
Includes
Imaginations will run wild as campers discover the exciting world of mechanical engineering! Each day will feature simple machines—levers, pulleys, inclined planes—and build toward creating original inventions. This hands-on camp strengthens critical thinking while celebrating the wonder of how things work in the world around us.
$400 per week session
Includes
Incoming 2nd–5th Graders: This high-energy camp dives into music and dance from Spanish-speaking countries. Children will explore rhythm, instruments, and movement while expanding vocabulary related to music, emotions, and actions.
$400 per week session
Includes
Campers will explore the great outdoors, engaging scavenger hunts, taking nature walks, and diving into animal science with hands-on activities and nature-inspired crafts! Each day is filled with fresh air, discovery, and a deeper appreciation for our natural world.
$400 per week session
Includes
Incoming Kinder–3rd Graders: Campers will discover Mexico’s natural beauty and learn how to protect the planet. With hands-on activities, they’ll learn nature vocabulary and practice Spanish verbs like “care,” “plant”, “recycle”, and much more!
$400 per week session
Includes
Ahoy! Campers will set sail on a week of pirate play, beach games, and ocean exploration. From treasure maps to sea creature crafts, this salty-sweet camp brings the magic of the seaside to life.
$400 per week session
Includes
Incoming 2nd–5th Graders: This camp combines active play with math skills—all in Spanish! Campers will learn numbers, patterns, and math actions through games, puzzles, and obstacle courses.
$400 per week session
Includes
As they step into the lab for a week of bubbling, fizzing, and exploding fun. Campers will conduct hands-on science experiments and explore the world of STEM through curiosity and creativity. From slime to volcanoes, every day is full of discoveries!
$400 per week session
Includes
Incoming 2nd-5th Graders: Language lovers unite! In this camp, kids practice letters, words, and sentences while playing word games, writing stories, and strengthening their Spanish language foundations through fun literacy-based activities.
$400 per week session
Includes
Campers will be making a splash in this ultimate water-filled week of summer! They will enjoy water games, sponge tag, sprinkler fun, and wacky wet challenges that keep everyone cool and smiling. All should be ready to get soaked and laugh their way through this refreshing camp favorite!
