Mount Carmel has excelled at giving options

For more than 30 years, Mount Carmel Academy (MCA) has stood at the forefront of summer camps in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, creating a cupboard full of activities from which young girls can choose to spend their time on campus.

Mount Carmel was among the first high schools to offer such a wide range of activity choices, and that vision has earned a faithful, multi-generational following.

Denna Cheramie, longtime  camp director, credits the ingenuity of the Mount Carmel faculty for the ability to raise the bar every year.

“A special aspect of our camp is that it is designed and led by our faculty members, whose expertise and personal passions determine the programs we offer,” Cheramie said. “This ensures high-quality instruction and an engaging, immersive experience for every camper.”

Fast-paced action

For example, Cheramie said, in the morning, a camper might be solving a simulated crime scene – conducting hair analysis, synthetic blood typing, DNA testing and fingerprinting – and then spend the afternoon shooting a short film or digitally designing and printing their own custom stickers.

“The atmosphere of MCA Summer Camp can be summed up in one word – joy,” Cheramie said. “Every moment is designed to create a sense of excitement, friendship and discovery. Whether campers are trying something new, mastering a skill or making new friends, the focus remains on creating unforgettable and, of course, fun experiences.”

Two sessions a day

Mount Carmel Summer Camp is designed for girls entering grades 2-8. It will be held June 2-27, with morning sessions from 9 a.m.-noon and afternoon sessions from 1-4 p.m. Cost is $90-$115 per weekly session, and there is a $50 registration fee per child.

Camp is divided into two sections: junior camps for girls entering grades 2-4 and specialty camps for girls entering grades 5-8. Camp classes are led by Mount Carmel faculty members with assistance from their students. A lunch program is offered, and before and after care are also available. 

Cheramie said the ability to choose their own activities  keeps everyone – parents and campers – content.

Campers can enjoy being artists, scientists, dancers, athletes, cheerleaders, chefs, detectives, designers, actresses and more. Campers can choose to attend by the week. 

“Our campers have the freedom to create a highly personalized experience,” she said. “From cooking to crime-solving, there is something for everyone. The wide variety of options encourages campers to explore new things while having lots of fun. Regardless of what they choose to do, all of our programs are designed to inspire creativity, confidence and joy.”

For more information and to register, visit mcacubs.com/camp; (504) 288-7626; [email protected]; Denna Cheramie, camp director.