July 14-25, 2025

Hotchkiss Summer Portals developed the The Concord Review History Camp to align with The Concord Review’s mission. This intensive workshop in history, research, and writing offers students an advisory structure in which to work on historical research papers on topics of their own choosing. Students arrive at the program with a research topic in hand that they then develop over the course of two weeks, with the end goal of writing a first draft of a historical research paper on their topic.

The Concord Review is a journal that showcases the academic excellence and writing ability of high school students who are studying history. It is meant to inspire others to achieve the next level of performance. The Concord Review was founded in 1987 to recognize and to publish exemplary history essays by high school students in the English-speaking world. With the Fall Issue (#134), 1,460 research papers have been published from authors in 46 states and 45 other countries. The Concord Review remains the only quarterly journal in the world to publish the academic history papers of secondary students.

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Offered by Grand Central Atelier (GCA) in partnership with Hotchkiss Summer Portals.

June 23 - July 5, 2025

Study alongside teens who are deeply committed to advancing their drawing and painting skills, who would love nothing better than to draw and paint from sunrise to sunset for ten days.

• Professional artist faculty, Grand Central Atelier alums
• Open to students entering grades 10-12 (ages 15-18)
• Tuition includes a single dorm room and meal plan
• Instruction is indoor and outdoor: art studios, campus grounds and Fairfield Farm

Build and refine your skills in observational drawing. Learn to draw from classical casts, the skull, and the live portrait model. Dive into oil painting fundamentals by painting landscapes en plein air alongside GCA’s Hudson River Fellowship residency artists. Small class sizes will provide an environment for fun, focused study with daily individualized critiques.

Must possess willingness to learn and be open to a structured methodology, have a solid work ethic, self-motivation, persistence and patience. All levels are welcome to apply on the GCA website.

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About Grand Central Atelier:

Grand Central Atelier (GCA) is the world’s leading destination for artists seeking an authentic classical art education. The studio provides rigorous training in drawing, painting and sculpture, resident artist studios, exhibitions and fellowships – including its signature, longstanding Hudson River Fellowship landscape painting residency.

July 6-10, 2025
Boys and girls ages 8-15

This is an active lacrosse lifestyle camp. Camp days include a blend of high-intensity lacrosse, cross-training, swimming and other outdoor activities. Led by an all-star staff of counselors and located at the beautiful Hotchkiss School in Lakeville, CT, campers receive a first-class lacrosse experience while enjoying summertime days as kids.

Highlights include:

• Lacrosse instruction from the top minds in the game
• Staff of players from top collegiate programs
• Adventure sessions (hiking, lake swim, other sports games)
• Fresh food from The Hotchkiss School's incredible dining hall team
• Overnight accommodations in The Hotchkiss School boarding dorms
• Grow as a player and as a person

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July 20 - July 24, 2025
Boys and girls ages 10-16
Overnight and extended day only

Campers will enjoy The Hotchkiss School lacrosse fields, beautiful scenery, and on-site lake featuring a number of fun activities. The waterfront area features a dock, stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, and more! In addition to cooling off in the lake water, campers will take part in daily leadership activities, yoga classes, and a camp talent show!

Camp is open to boys and girls ages 10 to 16 at all ability levels. Each camper will be assessed and grouped with campers of similar age and ability levels. Adjustments to the groups may be made throughout the week to provide campers with opportunities to train with and compete against different players. Drills and games are designed to help each camper learn, improve, and have fun!

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The Girls Lacrosse and Leadership Camp also offers a multi-sport option for girls who also play field hockey and want to split up their week playing both sports.

June 30 - July 4, 2025

Arsenal Soccer Camps are an incredible opportunity for boys and girls ages 7 - 15 to experience the methodology of one of the world’s most successful clubs. Official Arsenal coaches conduct training sessions that come directly from the famed Arsenal academy. Players enjoy the customized Arsenal Football Development program that gives insider access to the proven methods Arsenal use to develop its own youth talent. Players improve technically and tactically for the ultimate soccer experience.

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July 14-17, 2025
Co-ed, ages 8-15
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Improve your game in summer 2025 with The Hotchkiss School's Head Boys Basketball Coach Joseph Busacca and staff at this coed basketball camp in Lakeville, CT. Focus on the fundamentals and fine-tuning your positional work, shooting technique, footwork and ball-handling skills.

The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing or guard position.

Highlights Include:

• Skill development drills for players of all abilities
• Discussion of nutritional goals and off-court activities to benefit on-court game
• Receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and other prizes!

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July 21-25, 2025
Co-Ed, ages 6-14
Half Day: 9 a.m. to noon
Full Day: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Join us for an unforgettable soccer experience at the Nike Soccer Camp hosted at The Hotchkiss School with Missy Wolff, head coach of Hotchkiss girls varsity soccer! This premier camp offers players ages 6-14 the chance to elevate their soccer skills, whether you're a first-timer or an aspiring player. Make memories and friends that last a lifetime!

Highlights include:

• Unique and structured curriculum
• Elite technical training & game knowledge development
• Competitive and fun scrimmages
• Low camper-to-coach ratio
• Campers grouped by age and ability level
• Nike Camp T-shirt
• Team Discounts for groups of 4 or more!

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The afternoon creative writing class introduces students to various genres including poetry, short story writing, and playwriting. In a fun and collaborative setting, students are encouraged to be creative and write pieces from various perspectives—comedy, drama, thrillers, mystery, and autobiographical. All supplies provided.

This program is taught by professional artists from the Grand Central Atelier. They will learn the fundamentals of plein air painting and will bring their easels to various vistas on our campus at the Hotchkiss farm as they work on their paintings. Students will need to bring some supplies, which can be shipped to:

Hotchkiss Summer Portals: Landscape Painting
Student Name
11 Interlaken Rd
Lakeville, CT 06039

Only for students with previous experience playing golf. Hotchkiss sits on a beautiful 9-hole course. In this program, experienced golfers will be allowed to play three to five holes a day under the supervision of a faculty member. Students must bring their own golf clubs or have them sent to Hotchkiss (using the address below). To participate, a full set of clubs is not necessary. A "half set" of clubs or just having a 3 iron, 7 iron, 9 iron, and putter is sufficient. 

Hotchkiss Summer Portals: Golf
Student Name
11 Interlaken Rd
Lakeville, CT 06039

Hotchkiss has two outdoor climbing walls. Under the guidance of a trained and certified climbing instructor, students will learn the basic climbing and safety skills involved in rock climbing. All supplies provided.

Students will be run through drills designed to improve their footwork, dribbling, and passing skills, and each day will end with a scrimmage. While students can participate with sneakers, we recommend that they bring soccer shoes/cleats.

Only for students with previous squash experience. Hotchkiss has nine well-maintained squash courts. Each afternoon, students will be able to hit and compete with each other under the supervision of a faculty member. Students are required to bring and wear non-marking shoes with clear or white bottoms in order to participate. Please see these links for high end and moderately priced squash shoes. Students must bring their own racket, and if they prefer to ship rackets and shoes to Hotchkiss, they should ship it to:

Hotchkiss Summer Portals: Squash
Student Name
11 Interlaken Rd
Lakeville, CT 06039

Students will take practice tests, gain insights into the test and strategies, and gain confidence with the format and expectations of the SSAT. Only sign up for the class if you are fully committed to it!

Only for students with previous tennis experience. Hotchkiss has 15 well-maintained tennis courts. Each afternoon, students will be able to hit and compete with each other under the supervision of a faculty member. Students must bring their own racket, and if they prefer to ship the racket to Hotchkiss, they should ship it to:

Hotchkiss Summer Portals: Tennis
Student Name
11 Interlaken Rd
Lakeville, CT 06039

The afternoon creative theater introduces students to the fundamentals of stagecraft. The class gives students greater comfort with public speaking and character development. They will read a variety of scenes and interpret the author’s intent and the characters’ motivations. They will even try their hand at developing their own short scenes for the final performance. All supplies provided.

Under the supervision of a faculty member, students will be accompanied to the jetty on Lake Wononscopomuc on the Hotchkiss campus. Students must bring their own fully outfitted spin rods and tackle suitable for bass, and if they prefer to ship these items to Hotchkiss, they should use the following address: 

Hotchkiss Summer Portals: Evening Fishing
Student Name
11 Interlaken Rd
Lakeville, CT 06039

Evening SSAT Prep is for students who sign up for afternoon activities (tennis, golf, soccer, rock climbing, squash, creative writing, theater, and landscape painting), enabling them to participate in these activities in the afternoon and SSAT Prep in the evening. Students will take practice tests, gain insights into the test and strategies, and gain confidence with the format and expectations of the SSAT. Only sign up for the class if you are fully committed to it!