Throughout the school year, GUS offers FUN@GUS vacation break programming.

More information on school year 2022-23 programs coming soon!

Vacation break programs are offered in December, prior to the GUS winter break, in February and April during public school vacations, and during the first week of the GUS spring break in March.

  • High staff:camper ratio and small group sizes

  • Program facilitators are GUS faculty and college-age students

  • Programs run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with Extended Care available

  • Children bring a lunch and we provide snacks

  • Please contact Nancy Hartmann, Director of Auxiliary Programs at 978-927-1064 ext. 131 or auxiliary@gus.org to arrange any After Care needs or with any questions.

 

Past events:

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FULL! Exploring the Watershed: April Vacation Camp
Apr 19
FULL! Exploring the Watershed: April Vacation Camp

Utilizing the GUS Nature Trail, outdoor classroom and greenhouse, GUS Faculty will lead children on an investigation of the wetlands on campus - part of the greater Salem Sound Watershed.

FUN@GUS Vacation Camp
Mar 13
FUN@GUS Vacation Camp

Our March FUN@GUS Vacation Camp is open to GUS families and the greater community alike. In an effort to provide program consistency and allow for adequate staffing, single and drop-in days are unavailable.

December Vacation Camp: Grades 3-5
Dec 20
December Vacation Camp: Grades 3-5

Every day campers will enjoy off campus adventures. Off-campus adventures include Metro Rock, Bean Stalk, Clay Dreamin, Aloha Indoor Mini Golf, Mosley Pines, Patton Park, and Dane Street Beach Park.

Cost: $320 (ALL four days) or $85 per day

>> View Weekly Schedule

December Vacation Camp: PK - Grade 2
Dec 20
December Vacation Camp: PK - Grade 2

We will enjoy activities throughout the GUS campus including outdoor adventures, activity themes, games, arts, and more! Children should bring their own snack and lunch. Drop off at 9:00 AM, pick up at 3:00 PM.

Cost: $300 (ALL four days) or $80 per day

>>View Weekly Schedule (PK-K)

>> View Weekly Schedule (Grades 1-2)

March Vacation Camp
Mar 9
March Vacation Camp

Outdoor adventures, science explorations, games, arts, cooking and more throughout the GUS campus!

March Vacation Camp: Adventure Program
Mar 9
March Vacation Camp: Adventure Program

Every day campers will spend part of their day on campus and then enjoying an off campus adventure. Off-campus adventures will include: Bean Stalk Ropes Course, Metro Rock, Clay Dreaming, Cape Ann Bowling, Gymja Warrior.

February Vacation Camp: Outdoor Fun with Kestrel Educational Adventures
Feb 18
February Vacation Camp: Outdoor Fun with Kestrel Educational Adventures

Kestrel Educational Adventures will lead participants through a winter wonderland of fun as they learn to be winter naturalists, enjoy campfires, tell stories, and enjoy fun games together.

February Vacation Camp: Exploring Art on the North Shore
Feb 18
February Vacation Camp: Exploring Art on the North Shore

Young artists with a passion for all things art and who love to pursue their own creative ideas will enjoy mornings working in the GUS art studio. Each day after an early lunch we will take excursions on the North Shore to explore art exhibits and experiential learning.

February Vacation Camp
Feb 18
February Vacation Camp

Campers will enjoy a variety of activities each day including gym time, movement, outdoor fun, drama games, arts & crafts, and time on our playground. A great way to spend the week with friends and lots of fun!

Holiday Vacation Camp
Dec 30
Holiday Vacation Camp

Vacation break programs feature different activities across the GUS nature trails, Idea Garage, art studios, and gymnasium including outdoor adventures, science explorations, games, arts, cooking, and more! Friends from across the North Shore community - independent schools or home schoolers - are welcome to join us!